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ffighter556 · 1 December 2010, 12:01 PM

Is that the Sub-C in the lucky drawing that you put the clear caseback on?

bbqBiker · 1 December 2010, 12:18 PM

Very tempted to try one of these newer GenII versions on my ExpII.

Fr John, if I try it I will let you know how it works/does not work.

I wonder if Mr. Priek would consider a RolexForum group discount if enough of us bought one of these at the same time? Just curious.

Tools · 1 December 2010, 12:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ffighter556

Is that the Sub-C in the lucky drawing that you put the clear caseback on?

I would never modify a watch unless it's mine, or without the owners consent.........

Maybe we should come up with a clear caseback as a contest prize on TRF.........

ffighter556 · 1 December 2010, 12:53 PM

I was just wondering if my prize came with that caseback. LoL, I like it.

dsio · 1 December 2010, 01:55 PM

Just to confirm, is this for modern subs only, or is the thread / caseback the same from old to new subs? (curious as to whether I'd get away with it on a vintage sub)

t e x · 1 December 2010, 02:05 PM

Like your 1680? Thinking about it that's a great question...1575 movement. Somebody should be able to comeback with an answer. you always contact the seller

dsio · 1 December 2010, 02:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by t e x

Like your 1680? Thinking about it that's a great question...

I would really like to see my 1575 movement, yea

I mean, the Speedmaster casebacks tend to fit across decades, just wondering if the 16610 caseback will come close to a 1680

darthmouse · 1 December 2010, 02:45 PM

Superb as usual, Larry! Very thorough review, and can't wait to see it on the 16710.

dsio · 1 December 2010, 03:04 PM

I've sent a message to them asking about the 1680/5513, hopefully will hear back soon

sheldonsmith · 1 December 2010, 03:31 PM

Yes, great review and great pictures. All well said.

-Sheldon

Tools · 2 December 2010, 02:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dsio

Just to confirm, is this for modern subs only, or is the thread / caseback the same from old to new subs? (curious as to whether I'd get away with it on a vintage sub)

Many case-backs do cross reference, but Thomas does have a selection to fit several different models..

The early models used a tapered case-back sealing surface and the gasket was attached to the back... modern references have a groove in the case that the gasket is installed into, so if you go back too far, there is no interchange.

Here is the backside of a 1680.......... You can see that the gasket is attached to the back and so this particular clear back won't seal properly..

I would suspect that if there is a market for a vintage case-back, Thomas could produce one...

Jinder · 9 February 2011, 12:44 AM

That is awesome!

RolexPete · 4 October 2011, 09:54 AM

Ordered one for my YM. Cannot wait to get it. I think the 3135 is beautiful!

dsio · 4 October 2011, 05:48 PM

This is an odd question for the Rolex forum, but Thomas does casebacks for the Omega Speedmaster... all of them share a caseback design. The question I have is, does the Seamaster 300 (vintage) share the Speedmaster caseback design? I know some of those vintage Speedmasters including some of the Mk. series actually were delivered with Seamaster casebacks.

Just wondering if I could slap one on a SM300.

sheldonsmith · 4 October 2011, 10:45 PM

He does... Check his website Here...

-Sheldon

dsio · 4 October 2011, 11:02 PM

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Originally Posted by sheldonsmith

He does... Check his website Here...

-Sheldon

That's for a Seamaster 300M series, I'm talking vintage 1960s Seamaster 300 diver, the Speedmaster Pro or Speedmaster MK2 are likely closer.

eric23 · 5 October 2011, 05:13 AM

Great review Larry!

I want to get one but the only model I put it on is my AK and they don't make one for that model.

Morax · 7 October 2011, 05:37 PM

Very nice review, thanks. Will get one for my SubC.

yannis · 7 October 2011, 06:47 PM

Fantastic review Larry. A belated thank you for the info. I am considering this for my LV...

HRV · 8 May 2012, 06:26 AM

worth reviving this thread?

DiamondJack · 8 May 2012, 08:32 PM

Looks very cool Larry.....

I bought one for my 861 cal Speedy and it looks particularly good on a manual movement....

AeroEngineer1 · 9 May 2012, 05:04 AM

That is absolutely beautiful. I would love one for my Submariner, but I would imagine this would void a factory warranty correct?

tata0116 · 27 August 2012, 02:52 PM

I bought a midsize Omega Seamaster Professional with a case back by Thomas. I can certainly vouch for the quality and fit. It is outstanding.

jok · 24 October 2012, 05:24 AM

Just curious as to how these clear case backs have held up over time. Can anyone post their experience as a long term owner? Any issues with water resistance over time? What about scratches? Pics would be awesome. Thanks in advance.

cruvon · 24 October 2012, 03:25 PM

Anyone knows if he does transparent casebacks for other vintages besides Rolex and Omega? I thnk I had written to him long ago but didn't hear back.

Also he doesn't seem to explicitly mention Rolex 1680 case backs on his website?

Kobin · 24 October 2012, 11:03 PM

Tempting. I like.

frank777 · 25 October 2012, 10:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Numismatist

I'm waiting for that toothed 2nd generation to be available for a datejust, then I'm all in!

Me too!!!! 116234

GIS8 · 26 October 2012, 09:14 AM

How could a normal person as myself check if the case is still tight enough for no water to leak in? I have a tool to open the rolex, just not sure I'd want to risk having a water leakage, for a lack of closing, to occur.

SubTTKky · 26 October 2012, 11:01 AM

Has anyone order online from Thomas Preik online website before? Is it reliable? Would want to buy a clear backcase for my GMT n Omega...Cheers!

Rolex time is money · 26 October 2012, 04:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GIS8

How could a normal person as myself check if the case is still tight enough for no water to leak in? I have a tool to open the rolex, just not sure I'd want to risk having a water leakage, for a lack of closing, to occur.

Well I did the test myself last night, have a glass of water and then put in the Rolex carefully in, centimeter by centimeter, I was nearly shitting myself the whole time :)

1 December 2010, 01:55 PM	#35
dsio "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Real Name: Ashley Location: Brisbane Watch: Rolex Sub 1680 '79 Posts: 2,301	Just to confirm, is this for modern subs only, or is the thread / caseback the same from old to new subs? (curious as to whether I'd get away with it on a vintage sub) __________________ -- Omega Seamaster Grand-Lux Stepped Pie-Pan 14K Gold OJ2627 '53 -- -- Omega Cal 320 Chronograph 18K Gold OT2872 '58 -- -- Omega Cal 321 Speedmaster Pro 145.012 '67 -- -- Rolex Submariner 1680 "Ghost" '79 -- -- Rolex SS Daytona 116520 '04 --

1 December 2010, 02:05 PM	#36
t e x "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: Joel Location: Renton, WA Watch: 16610LV Posts: 2,990	Like your 1680? Thinking about it that's a great question...1575 movement. Somebody should be able to comeback with an answer. you always contact the seller __________________ ___/ /_/ /_____ 16610LV; Ball Diver EMT II \:::::::::::::::/ ~~~~~~~~~~ Last edited by t e x; 1 December 2010 at 02:21 PM.. Reason: added more info

1 December 2010, 03:04 PM	#39
dsio "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Real Name: Ashley Location: Brisbane Watch: Rolex Sub 1680 '79 Posts: 2,301	I've sent a message to them asking about the 1680/5513, hopefully will hear back soon __________________ -- Omega Seamaster Grand-Lux Stepped Pie-Pan 14K Gold OJ2627 '53 -- -- Omega Cal 320 Chronograph 18K Gold OT2872 '58 -- -- Omega Cal 321 Speedmaster Pro 145.012 '67 -- -- Rolex Submariner 1680 "Ghost" '79 -- -- Rolex SS Daytona 116520 '04 --

1 December 2010, 03:31 PM	#40
sheldonsmith 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Member 202♛ Posts: 1,814	Great review Yes, great review and great pictures. All well said. -Sheldon __________________

4 October 2011, 09:54 AM	#43
RolexPete "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Peter Location: Massachusetts Watch: 214270 Mk2 Posts: 1,963	Ordered one for my YM. Cannot wait to get it. I think the 3135 is beautiful! __________________ 2016 Explorer 214270 Mk2 - 1996 Submariner 14060* - 1972 Datejust 1601 1972 Oyster Perpetual 1002 - 1978 Oysterquartz 17000 Omega Seamaster 2265.80 - Omega Seamaster 300 166.0324 *RIP PAL 1942-2015

1 December 2010, 12:01 PM	#31
ffighter556 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: USA Watch: 16610LV Posts: 841	Is that the Sub-C in the lucky drawing that you put the clear caseback on?

1 December 2010, 12:18 PM	#32
bbqBiker "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Tennessee Posts: 91	Very tempted to try one of these newer GenII versions on my ExpII. Fr John, if I try it I will let you know how it works/does not work. I wonder if Mr. Priek would consider a RolexForum group discount if enough of us bought one of these at the same time? Just curious.

1 December 2010, 12:53 PM	#34
ffighter556 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: USA Watch: 16610LV Posts: 841	I was just wondering if my prize came with that caseback. LoL, I like it.

1 December 2010, 02:45 PM	#38
darthmouse "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: EC/Midwest Watch: 16710 Posts: 1,016	Superb as usual, Larry! Very thorough review, and can't wait to see it on the 16710.

9 February 2011, 12:44 AM	#42
Jinder Banned Join Date: Sep 2010 Real Name: Jinder Location: Ontario Watch: 116713 Posts: 601	That is awesome!

4 October 2011, 05:48 PM	#44
dsio "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Real Name: Ashley Location: Brisbane Watch: Rolex Sub 1680 '79 Posts: 2,301	This is an odd question for the Rolex forum, but Thomas does casebacks for the Omega Speedmaster... all of them share a caseback design. The question I have is, does the Seamaster 300 (vintage) share the Speedmaster caseback design? I know some of those vintage Speedmasters including some of the Mk. series actually were delivered with Seamaster casebacks. Just wondering if I could slap one on a SM300. __________________ -- Omega Seamaster Grand-Lux Stepped Pie-Pan 14K Gold OJ2627 '53 -- -- Omega Cal 320 Chronograph 18K Gold OT2872 '58 -- -- Omega Cal 321 Speedmaster Pro 145.012 '67 -- -- Rolex Submariner 1680 "Ghost" '79 -- -- Rolex SS Daytona 116520 '04 --

4 October 2011, 10:45 PM	#45
sheldonsmith 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Member 202♛ Posts: 1,814	He Does... He does... Check his website Here... -Sheldon __________________

5 October 2011, 05:13 AM	#47
eric23 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Eric Location: Calgary Posts: 9,595	Great review Larry! I want to get one but the only model I put it on is my AK and they don't make one for that model.

7 October 2011, 05:37 PM	#48
Morax "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Real Name: Jiri Location: Czech Republic Watch: 116610LN Posts: 78	Very nice review, thanks. Will get one for my SubC. __________________ Quality matters

7 October 2011, 06:47 PM	#49
yannis "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Real Name: Yannis Location: Europe Watch: maniac Posts: 9,070	Fantastic review Larry. A belated thank you for the info. I am considering this for my LV... __________________ Rolex Submariner 116610LV \| Tudor 79220N DSSD MEMBERS - OWNERS CLUB

8 May 2012, 06:26 AM	#50
HRV "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Andrew Location: johannesburg Watch: ROLEX Posts: 4,407	worth reviving this thread?

8 May 2012, 08:32 PM	#51
DiamondJack "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: London Watch: Quite a few Posts: 4,315	Looks very cool Larry..... I bought one for my 861 cal Speedy and it looks particularly good on a manual movement....

9 May 2012, 05:04 AM	#52
AeroEngineer1 Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Iowa Watch: Submariner Date Posts: 114	That is absolutely beautiful. I would love one for my Submariner, but I would imagine this would void a factory warranty correct?

27 August 2012, 02:52 PM	#53
tata0116 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Bob Hersh Location: Arizona Watch: Rolex 168000 Sub Posts: 5	I have one I bought a midsize Omega Seamaster Professional with a case back by Thomas. I can certainly vouch for the quality and fit. It is outstanding.

24 October 2012, 05:24 AM	#54
jok "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Rocky Mountains Posts: 212	Just curious as to how these clear case backs have held up over time. Can anyone post their experience as a long term owner? Any issues with water resistance over time? What about scratches? Pics would be awesome. Thanks in advance.

24 October 2012, 03:25 PM	#55
cruvon "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Australia Posts: 4,688	Anyone knows if he does transparent casebacks for other vintages besides Rolex and Omega? I thnk I had written to him long ago but didn't hear back. Also he doesn't seem to explicitly mention Rolex 1680 case backs on his website? __________________ Last thing I remember, I was Running outta sight I had to find the passage back,To the place I was before. ’Relax,’ said this Rolex place,We are programmed to receive. You can checkout any time you like, But you can never leave!

24 October 2012, 11:03 PM	#56
Kobin "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: West Watch: Day-Date Posts: 932	Tempting. I like.

26 October 2012, 09:14 AM	#58
GIS8 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Earth Posts: 230	How could a normal person as myself check if the case is still tight enough for no water to leak in? I have a tool to open the rolex, just not sure I'd want to risk having a water leakage, for a lack of closing, to occur.

26 October 2012, 11:01 AM	#59
SubTTKky "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Kky Location: RolexLand Watch: Rolex Posts: 338	Has anyone order online from Thomas Preik online website before? Is it reliable? Would want to buy a clear backcase for my GMT n Omega...Cheers!

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