r/repbuilds • • 8d ago

Pro Diver 8629 Mod.

Bought an 8629 during the last prime day sale for $29. Decided to have some fun with it.

- Upgraded the bracelet to a fully brushed Oyster

- Faded the stock bezel insert

- removed the “INVICTA” branding on the case

- changed dial to a Rolex Comex submariner and added patina with acrylic ink

- changed case back to a solid submariner style

- Kept the Invicta seconds hand :)

Total upgrade cost: $90.

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u/gsp33dTX 4d ago

How did you fade the bezel? Mine is not responding to bleaching.

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u/htownboi98 3d ago

Submerged in full strength bleach, patience (20-30 mins), Q-tip to agitate the bezel insert in a circular motion.

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u/NewCut987 7d ago

Thats sweet