Sapphire Caseback on a GMT-C

[sheldonsmith]

Hi All,

I just recently purchased a Swiss sapphire caseback for my GMT-C and installed it over the weekend. The caseback on my GMT-C is pretty cool. I added the installation steps to my DIY page at http://www.minus4plus6.com/caseback.htm#116710 along with a comparison of the caseback made in Germany.



I know some feel that clear casebacks are sacrilege, but in my mind there is no other way to wonder at the micromechanics inside.

All spelling/photo errors are mine, so feel free to point them out.

-Sheldon

(BTW, I also added some cool watch item reviews over Spring Break)

[Chunster69]

Very nice

[judgement]

Hi All,

I just recently purchased a Swiss sapphire caseback for my GMT-C and installed it over the weekend. The caseback on my GMT-C is pretty cool. I added the installation steps to my DIY page at http://www.minus4plus6.com/caseback.htm#116710 along with a comparison of the caseback made in Germany.



I know some feel that clear casebacks are sacrilege, but in my mind there is no other way to wonder at the micromechanics inside.

All spelling/photo errors are mine, so feel free to point them out.

-Sheldon

(BTW, I also added some cool watch item reviews over Spring Break)

Thanks for sharing. Come to think of it, this is the first time i have come across a case glass back for ROLEX. May i know how much did u pay for the caseback? Is it a custom made or bought off rack?
Thanks

[sportee]

Will it affect water proofing?

[pegasi]

Nice...but I am thinking someone who modifies an expensive watch like this is either having many expensive watches or is very rich, or both

[Tua Pao Xian(CannonDeity)]

2 Thumbs up for the nice caseback=)

[sheldonsmith]

Not rich, and just careful....

The casebacks are available at Swiss Watch Customs ( http://www.swisswatchcustoms.com/sap...case-back.html )

These are also available on eBay at a cheaper price. Pressure tested to 10ATM (same as my GMT).

I have more info on this model as well as the German variety at http://www.minus4plus6.com/caseback.htm

-Sheldon