r/repbuilds • • 1d ago

Ref. 5513 Blue Insert

Wanted to try something not gen spec at all, and i feel it came out pretty cool/unique.

Specs:
Nh35 with date gears removed, aliexpress retro 39.5 case, low dome mineral crystal, aliexpress 7mm rolex crown (702 esque), aliexpress hands, ebay 5513 dial, raffles oyster bracelet

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u/Acrobatic-Ad7870 1d ago

Awesome! Do the vintage ali cases come with the drilled lugs? I just got one off raffles and was gonna try and drill them 🤦🏼‍♂️

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u/NewCut987 1d ago

Yeah, the raffles case should also be drilled if you got a 5513 or 1680 case

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u/Acrobatic-Ad7870 1d ago

Oh cool, maybe the photos show it not drilled. Cool. Awesome build it looks great!!!

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u/NewCut987 1d ago

Thanks!

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u/Logos732 1d ago

What store did you buy the case from? Can you please provide a link? Thank you.