Hey all. I was wondering, is it feasible to cut a lever notch in a case that does not have one? Or is it a major pain in the neck? Regards, Brad

Brad, If you must, Use a good quality Jeweller's file. Be sure to mark the correct spot first, and also be careful to just file down the inner collar that surrounds the movement.

I keep extra "uncut" cases for more valuable Pendant set movements such as the Hamilton "P" types.

Thanks David. I've got this Keystone case (looks just like the ones that were made for Hamilton 3992B's), but it must have held a Waltham at one time, because the notch is on the left. I've got an Illinois 167 that really needs a case, and would look really great in this. So, I guess I get to do some fileing. Regards, Brad

Just another thought. I personal will not even put another movement in a different case. In plain english the first thing I look at when buying a watch that has a decent case is if there is more than one set of screw marks. If there more than one set. REJECT. And I personally hate it when some one pulls a Elgin out of a Solid Gold case and swap in a Illinois now they Ruined a Great Gold Case.

It might take a little time but a case that matches will come around. There are plenty of 7 jewel watches with great cases. At reasonable prices.

Thats my opinion like it or not.