Explorer 1016 Sapphire to Acrylic

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heretical_contrarian

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Feb 22, 2018
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Hey Guys,

I recently ordered a vintage 1016 rep for an extensive mod. I see it comes with a sapphire lens (looks like they all do) and was wondering if anyone has ever swapped the crystal out for an acrylic? I would assume that the bezel is going to make this impossible but just wanted to check.
 

NCRich

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Feb 4, 2018
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Hey Guys,

I recently ordered a vintage 1016 rep for an extensive mod. I see it comes with a sapphire lens (looks like they all do) and was wondering if anyone has ever swapped the crystal out for an acrylic? I would assume that the bezel is going to make this impossible but just wanted to check.
There are really easier ways. JMB case set ($200ish) is the easiest. Your bezel construction is going to be completely different. In truth you can't tell until you take it apart and do some measuring.