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@Fizzzz

Unfortunately, the chapter ring on Heimdallr's titanium/bronze case could not be removed.
It was machined as an integral part of the case, and the part that looked like a chapter ring was the case itself.

The SKX007 compatible PAM case, of course, has a removable chapter ring,
so we will check the alignment level and consider the possibility of installing a larger dial.
Laer wrote: December 9th, 2022, 5:44 pm 42mm Titanium Material Military Style Watch Case Rotating Bezel Fit NH35/36 Movement 200m Water Resistant
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005004943001052.html

Quick review:
First of all the overall impression of the product is very good. :thumbup:
The shape of this new titanium/bronze case launched by Heimdallr is similar to a modern submersible case.
The chapter ring on this case does not appear to be removable. (I haven't actually disassembled the case yet)
The caseback itself is flat and has only one groove on the case side for the waterproof gasket,
which makes me somewhat concerned about waterproofing.

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Laer wrote: December 11th, 2022, 10:16 pm @Fizzzz

Unfortunately, the chapter ring on Heimdallr's titanium/bronze case could not be removed.
It was machined as an integral part of the case, and the part that looked like a chapter ring was the case itself.

Thanks again for precious information.
Look forward to see your build.
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I purchased a bronze lug watch from the following link.
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005004801020615.html

Unexpectedly, the MMLP dial was included from the beginning.
It is quite an interesting build, but there are a few problems.
The crown is not screwed in.
It does not appear to be water resistant.
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@Laer
Thanks for sharing

Nice find for this price, with a bonus Brevet crown.
The listing you've linked shows a superdome "sapphire", and "200m" WR :think:

No movement ring and no clamps,
dial feet keys non locked, CN style :?

At least it's a 6497 so you'll be able to modify easilly.
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Bonny B wrote:Is it 42mm. Like the description said? My is bronze case but it seem to be only 40mm. Not including the CB.
Man these 40/42’er cases are all over AliE as of now. I think I’m going to get one too.


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Maybe we should start a thread for these 42mm subbie builds? What do yous think?


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Ok this is interesting…
An Amphibia homage with a Miyota movement for almost as much as a real Amphibia. Probably a better watch than the real one.

US $79.80 16% Off | Automatic Watch Men Big Case Male Mechanical Wristwatch Luminous Large Wrist Watch Luxury Branded Vostok Amphibia Europe Design
https://a.aliexpress.com/_EyKklT5
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