Sapphire Casebacks

[nauticajoe]

I know that some of us here are not big fans of modifications. But, to the folks that are 'open' to the idea, which of the 2 would you prefer?

[Cru Jones]

Sorry, I'm lazy.....Pix? Is the Thomas Preik the one that retains the teeth look?

[nauticajoe]

Originally Posted by Cru Jones

Sorry, I'm lazy.....Pix? Is the Thomas Preik the one that retains the teeth look?

Are you referring to the 'teeth' that looks similar to the original? If so, that is the Swiss Watch model.

[Kapture1]

I have seen pics of both while tossing around the idea. The Thomas Preik looked like a better caseback. I hated the Swiss Watch Custom because they actually put "Swiss Watch Custom" lettering on the caseback. Unless you could get a sapphire caseback without the lettering, I would go with a Thomas Preik.

Plus I thought that the Thomas Preik had the "teeth"... threads on the caseback... maybe I'm wrong.

[nauticajoe]

Originally Posted by Kapture1

I have seen pics of both while tossing around the idea. The Thomas Preik looked like a better caseback. I hated the Swiss Watch Custom because they actually put "Swiss Watch Custom" lettering on the caseback. Unless you could get a sapphire caseback without the lettering, I would go with a Thomas Preik.

Plus I thought that the Thomas Preik had the "teeth"... threads on the caseback... maybe I'm wrong.

Matt, I did note that in a few pics that I've seen, but their website models don't show the inscription. I guess that's something to bring up w/ SWC if one would go that direction.

[Kapture1]

This pic was the only Swiss Custom Watch case back pick that I saw when I was thinking about switching.


It appears, tho, they also have these to choose from...





Taken from a thread right here on TRF
http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=89663

Heres a pic of a Thomas Preik case back

[Cru Jones]

Originally Posted by Kapture1

It appears, tho, they also have these to choose from...

This is the one that I remember seeing in another thread...I like the teeth and the thin size.

No idea which is stronger/more robust, though....I guess I will vote for teh Swiss one pictured above.

[nauticajoe]

Originally Posted by Kapture1

This pic was the only Swiss Custom Watch case back pick that I saw when I was thinking about switching.


It appears, tho, they also have these to choose from...

I was under the impression that was just for the PVD option? The SS option didn't have the inscription.

The 2nd photo is the Thomas Preik option.

Thanks for the pics!

[Kapture1]

[QUOTE=nauticajoe;1862930]
The 2nd photo is the Thomas Preik option.
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Second pic is also from the Swiss Watch Custom website

[Dan Pierce]

Anyone know a manufacturer who makes them for Tudor chronos?
dP

[nauticajoe]

[QUOTE=Kapture1;1862939]

Originally Posted by nauticajoe

The 2nd photo is the Thomas Preik option.
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Second pic is also from the Swiss Watch Custom website

You are correct. The 1st pic thru me off. Time for another cup of coffee.

[Kapture1]

[QUOTE=nauticajoe;1862948]

Originally Posted by Kapture1

You are correct. The 1st pic thru me off. Time for another cup of coffee.

drinking my coffee now lol

[nauticajoe]

Originally Posted by Dan Pierce

Anyone know a manufacturer who makes them for Tudor chronos?
dP

Good question Dan. I'd give them a call or send an e-mail. The guy's name is Romaine(sp?) over at SWC. T. Preik, on the other hand, I believe you can PM, since he's a member.

[nauticajoe]

Originally Posted by Cru Jones

This is the one that I remember seeing in another thread...I like the teeth and the thin size.

No idea which is stronger/more robust, though....I guess I will vote for teh Swiss one pictured above.

Cru, I read a post mentioning the Preik model had a slight 'gap' when installed? I know the SWC model provides the Hitrel gasket to insure waterproofness.

[Dan Pierce]

Originally Posted by nauticajoe

Good question Dan. I'd give them a call or send an e-mail. The guy's name is Romaine(sp?) over at SWC. T. Preik, on the other hand, I believe you can PM, since he's a member.

Thanks, Joe!
Just sent SWC an email.
Sent T. Preik an email a few days ago but no reply. Might try a PM, didn't know he was a member.
Since Tudor has the brand etched on the rotor I thought it would be a good candidate for a clear case back.
dP

[nauticajoe]

I too just sent Romain an e-mail asking whether the SS models have the co's inscription on them. I'll let you know.

[nauticajoe]

Just heard back from Romain @ SWC. Their SS casebacks do not have the writing on them.

[Dan Pierce]

Originally Posted by nauticajoe

Just heard back from Romain @ SWC. Their SS casebacks do not have the writing on them.

He didn't answer mine yet.
dP

[nauticajoe]

Originally Posted by Dan Pierce

He didn't answer mine yet.
dP

Hmmmm. Was it sent it - romain.us@gmail.com?

[Kapture1]

Originally Posted by nauticajoe

Just heard back from Romain @ SWC. Their SS casebacks do not have the writing on them.

In that case, I change my vote

[TattooedGQ]

I'd go SWC if you can get it without lettering.....the other just doesn't look Rolex....not that a sapphire case will...but I'm sure you get what I'm saying.

[Dan Pierce]

Originally Posted by nauticajoe

Hmmmm. Was it sent it - romain.us@gmail.com?

Sent an email from the website. But I'll try that too, thanks.
dP