And now the fun begins...

[J!m]

Recently I went on the hunt for a "birth year" Speedmaster.

1969 was a good year for the Speedmaster for sure...

But I always wanted the "true" moon watch- the 1967 321 movement variant, specifically in the correct serial range as the ones purchased by NASA. (Activate: FULL GEEK)

The other day I purchased a 1968 (reported) 321 movement complete with movement ring, stem and crown. I should take delivery in a week or so. If accurate, the date indicates one of the last 321 movements produced, as '68 is when the 861 was introduced.

I'm looking for many other parts to complete the build. And the "era-correct" parts are quite silly-priced. However, in my various searches, it seems a 321 service dial (luminova) might be a really nice compromise. I can also use a later case as the design was all over the map, and only the pushers and crown were solidly different early v post-68. And any service pusher would be just like the current ones.

So, I'm appealing to all to dig through your parts stash for stuff I might be able to use for my build. I will go "all-in" on certain things, but I don't feel uncomfortable deviating from "era-perfection" to both have something I can wear before I die and also that I won't cry about a ding on the case. Having a luminova dial and hands would be sweet for actual nigh-time legibility too!

I have a bunch of Rolex parts I have collected that could be used for trade too. I just want a couple spare items on hand in case I break something for those. I don't foresee any new Rolex builds.

So, let's see/hear what you have I might be able to use for this exciting build!