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Still waiting...

What would you like to see specifically? I'll take a shot of it when I get home...

I know... But if you notice, I didn't bring my camera to your GTG either While I am not opposed to cameras and the sort, I think I purposely leave cameras behind at such events as I know it would be a distraction for me. Plus, I'm not always the most socially outgoing kind of guy (one of my biggest self peeves and character flaws is that I find myself to be a bit shy at times), so if there's no camera for me to fiddle with, I have to be outgoing and engage in discussion. ...Or be the guy in the corner looking at his shoes and kind of shuffling his feet around, being completely anti-social.

I would like to give a big thanks to Ronin, who coordinated a fantastic GTG! Had a great time and saw some fantastic watches on display! Hopefully he will post some pics form the event to share with us all (unfortunately, I didn't bring my camera) Cheers! //ubi

Definitely looks killer!

ROFL... I see what I need to see. But am dying to hear what your insight is on this. I know my answer... But let's hear your thoughts If you're going to call something not gen, let's hear some insight to back it up.

Definitely has a ton of character! Very nice!

6265 today...

Thank you for the kind words, one and all. This project was sort of on a whim; when the dial turned up, I knew it was on. And then all the other bits just sort of fell into place. Serendipity to be sure. The case wears nicely and is very balanced on the wrist. I do agree with a comment made by LHOOQ in that it has the look and feel of being slightly larger than it's actual physical measurements might suggest. And this is definitely one of those 'less is more' kinds of pieces. Simple austerity. It is also a bit different than the common seen Submariner, so this is a nice change and variation for me. A little diversification never hurts I don't sleep as much as I'd like... But only because there's so much to do these days

When one thinks Rolex, the first words that come to mind aren't usually 'basic', or 'understated'... That is, unless you're thinking about a 1016 Explorer! I had oft times looked at these small, simple Oysters with nothing more than a passing glance. It wasn't until I saw a series of 1016 projects by LHOOQ that caused me to stop for a moment and take a second look. After seeing what LHOOQ had accomplished with his builds, I felt compelled to perhaps give one of these little darlings some consideration. And when a gen dial turned up, it was as though all was meant to be. And so it was... The recipe list: -Genuine 1016 dial -Genuine 1570 movement (serviced by Zigmeister and thanks to Panerai153 for the great deal; another item where the stars were aligned) -Genuine hands (courtesy of Ronin) -Genuine 1601 case -Custom bezel machined by jmb (with specs by LHOOQ; thanks gents!) -Genuine 25-22 (thanks, K) -Genuine 24-600 (thanks, K) -Genuine 24-602 (thanks, K)) -Genuine 2mm spring bars -Case drilled for 2mm spring bars Some piccys... And oddly enough, a watch with such a not-so-ostentatious image has managed to stand out on the wrist. Just today, while picking up a prescription, the pharmacy guy took notice of it and inquired. I never get comments or even a slight bit of notice on anything I ever wear; we're talking the 5514, 6265, or even the 16520 for that matter. Of all watches, the 1016 gets noticed Made me chuckle... Thanks for looking! //ubi

Fantastic price! Great score, sly...

Project 1665 has been kinda left on the back burner for now; the 1016 kinda took over as a quick hit/short term priority, and I've also somehow managed to line up a new Panerai project as well. I don't have a whole lot left to do on project 1665- Just need to find a decent caliber 1570 and order up my case. Find a 93150 and put it all together. Definitely within sight. Just need to get focused on it I suppose...

By the by... For what it's worth $600 is STILL a good price on that dial!

They do pop up from time to time at unusually low prices. I've seen 2 since that were sub-$500 in price. Both fairly decent shape too! Of course, gen 1680 white font dials come up fairly regularly in the same range as well... If you like, I can let you know next time a 1665 white dial turns up (not all of them are on VRF or the web for that matter)

Think I got mine for even less! $400 last Aug

Indeed. T'is a truly killer piece! Had the privilege to see this one while in prog. Very well done!

Offshore is indeed one of the very best! We're lucky to have him here

Looks pretty damn sweet, TK!

The fast beat 21600bph Swiss 6497-2's are pretty difficult to find here in the U.S.; Ofrei and Jules Borel have never stocked them (they've only offered the 18000bph 6497-1). So depending on price... I'd definitely be interested!

Simply amazing! The dial and hands absolutely make the watch sizzle, but the case takes this one to an entirely different level!

But super reliable! Zig got this one down to +2 secs/day... Plus it's quite comfy...

Number 3... I like that. I believe you may have just dubbed the nickname for my 1016 once it's completed!

Unfortunately, I have only made the acquaintance of one... At least for a 1016...

5514 today...