Ronin

Paradise

Excellent job.

Very nice.

In good jest, and humor-- I am obligated to post the following video clip. Keep up the good work.

A few comments. The so called Base 1 Homage features a MAXI-Dial/Hands combo. This is not correct for a 16610 homage. Also $775, and it is a "synthetic-sapphire crystal". Someone else pointed out the heavy photoshoping of the pics. On the plus side, CG's look nice, and if the case is gen 1:1 construction it might have potential for mods. I have a feeling the crowd here would rather just go for a BK TW, or find a WM9.

A classic no doubt. One of the best.

Sunken DW & Sharp Bracelets. What also annoys me is they still can't get right "Simple / No Date" watches like a 14060 (no date), Explorer I, etc.

That is excellent. Anyone know if there is a USA reseller of these? Also, how are the pillows? I am quickly finding some of these put too much stress on the bracelet/clasp for 7" and smaller wrists. My wife can not use her AceTimer winder for this exact reason. A 6" bracelet is under too much tension on his pillows. Thoughts? ETA movements should be set on the lowest setting. Here is Orbita's guide to TPD: http://www.orbita.net/NEW/Database-E.htm

One of these:

I have one and my father has one. I have to say their "shock protection" is awesome. So far, after 5 years they are still running great. I used to wear mine riding ADV Motorcycling / Dirt bike, and it survived the vibrations and spills.

Probably needed the "Epoxy Fix" to the lg. seconds hand. Common problem, even with fully serviced Spinmaster Daytonas. Hand problem, not movement.

Edited original comment/post. Look up... Thanks for pointing out my omission.

Parts were collected over the last 2+ years. The crown is a correct gen 'service/replacement' part. All crowns these days are 703's from a new/service perspective. Remember, my MO is 'freshly serviced look from RSC'. I am not a period-purist, as I feel it is unrealistic for a 'regularly worn' watch. So the hands and insert are lumi for example, and crown is modern 703. (True, it might be a little too clean/pristine for a late 70's rendition, but I like the idea of letting it age up naturally starting now) (edit, went back and looked at photos above -vs- in person, crown has a 'ding' in it that is reflecting/blurring, also either silicon smudge or finger oil-- so I see why you said that. In person the detail is sharp, crisp, and GEN 703.)

Cool, but, to me my watches are more about fashion and passion (love of mechanical WIS stuff). This phone/watch is 10 years too late. I want my watch analog. I want my phone smart. I want my computer super. I want my women wicked.

No Date

Exactly, having done this with an overlay many times here are some additional tips for re-installation: *Rodico is your friend. Since you will be finessing it in, one side will want to pop back out. Use a little Rodico on the opposite side to hold everything in place. *ONLY unscrew the side you have the arrow pointing at. *When seating it, slightly rotating and pressing in against the spring tension will help. The mechanism is pretty robust, so don't worry. It may take a couple of attempts, but you should be fine.

Vlydog and Zigmeister can confirm the "new/current generation" Yuki case is problematic. I used an "old" Yuki for my 1680 build and it was perfect. So if you go Yuki, you need vintage Yuki for lack of a better explanation. His new case has the glued tube also. edit to add: You can always inquire with Yuki and get some sort of "return" option, and do a dry run/build. His stock changes. Getting around the language barrier might be tough in trying to communicate you want the SAME case he sold 3 years ago.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GHkucr1jJpQ

This won't leave my wrist for some reason...

The DSSD has a similar presence if not more because it is shiny and says Rolex on the dial. I would ask yourself this. Would a broke student be wearing a $9000 DSSD? Your Brietling SOSF, has much more plausibility. Finally, and this is just a personal pet peeve / opinion, but be ready for the "Gas Escape Valve" Jokes. (Why did Rolex have to put that on the FRONT of the DSSD? )

Looks great!

PM'd you.