JoJo35

Anyone care to take a guess what this is?

I took the day off so the gf and I could take a stroll around Manhattan. Wow, what a gorgeous day it was! I made a special visit to Tourneau, and of course had to visit Chinatown

Here's some pics I took; it was a beautiful day in mid-town

Here's a little more Jay...

Is this a Ford powered by a Chevy???? OMG! Frankin!!! lol

The Batmobile, a car buff's ultimate dream machine, has been redesigned for "Batman Begins" -- the latest installment of the movie franchise, which hits movie screens Wednesday.

This is definitely not your father's Batmobile. Gone are the clean lines and sleek profile that inspired generations of caped crusader fans. The new Batmobile is all business, from its menacing face to its 44-inch off-road rear tires.

And in keeping with the times, the new design is a hybrid -- though not the fuel-stingy, gasoline-electric variety currently coveted by car-buyers. The Batmobile's 5.7-liter Chevy V-8 is mated to a jet engine that enables the car to leap tall buildings in a ... wait, that's another superhero.

The Batmobile is on display today at the Star Southfield movie theater complex as Warner Brothers revs up its publicity machine for the movie's debut.

During a sneak preview of the vehicle Sunday, most theater-goers recognized it as Batman's ride -- despite the radical new design.

But not all were impressed. Seven-year-old Brianna Kennedy of Southfield said she preferred her family's Ford Explorer.

Her father, however, had other ideas. "I'd have fun driving her to school in that," said Brian Kennedy, 34. "It speaks to me. I like it."

"Batman Begins" producers call it a "sports tank," blending the sexiness of a high-performance car with the ruggedness of an SUV.

In the movie, the car is developed for military use by Gotham-based Wayne Enterprises. Called "The Tumbler," it is designed to move soldiers and equipment over hostile terrain -- hence its jet-powered jumping capability.

Working with director Christopher Nolan, production designer Nathan Crowley conceived the car's shape by combining scale models of Humvees and Lamborghinis. Professional car designers are impressed.

"I give the new Batmobile two thumbs up," said Patrick Schiavone, Ford Motor Co.'s director of car design. "The new Batmobile should be considered a character in the film, reflecting Chris Nolan's vision of a simpler, darker, more dramatic Batman."

PS: Sorry to hijack the thread, please resume Frankin discussion

Sorry JoJo, but the Batmobile was a Lincoln Futura built in 1955 by Ghia. It starred opposite Glen Ford in "It started with a kiss" then customized by George Barris for Fox. Hey, you better make the GTG!

Very nice Jay, but you were thinking of the older "MBW" vintage version (I heard that it actually took genuine Ford replacement parts!)

I was thinking of the newer Chevy powered ones! http://rwg.cc/uploads/emoticons/default_wink.gif' alt=';)'> http://www.batmobilehistory.com/

Does this mean I have to jump start my watch with a bolt of lightning?

Hey Batman,

The batmobile was a modded chevy... does that make it a Rep? Custom?

hmmmmm.......... certainly not a Frankin because that car was already being driven by the Munsters!

Can I bring a Cohiba?

Cats,

Great job, wear it well !

Here's a good tip that I've tried: rub some flat black paint into the HEV, and then wipe it off. The paint that remains will give depth since it will stay in the outside edge of the HEV.

lol, and you guys are complaining about rep watch prices? Haha, how's this for supply and demand: item # 120248650648

XRT, you have a keeper!

I wonder what the total cost would be to replicate this? Is the MBW '41 even available anymore?

XRT, that's a gem of a dial gorgeous!

Beautiful collection XRT! I especially love the big crown and the '41

Gorgeous piece! Wear it well

Looks like a tritium pearl too. Very nice!

Wow, those Explorer II's are beautiful! Definitely on my 'must have" list. Till then, I'll have to put up with my old stand by great white

Beautiful! Wear it well!

great tip Jay, thanks!

Alot of nice stuff posted here.

My current DRSD

And a quick glimpse into 1 of my current projects

No cantankerous (aftermarket) datewheel overlays to contend with on this 1.........lurking below the dial is a freshly overhauled

Very nice Freddy! I love the double red dial. I've been searching for one, since I don't like the ND dials. Where did you find this one?

JoJo, your watches are awesome. Was there a reason you decided to sell the 1680? I believe that the 5512 is your most recent addition, so would I be correct to guess that your tastes have shifted a bit towards the no-date subs?

I'd also be interested in learning about your thoughts on the cost/benefit of going with a genuine movement. I guess this isn't the thread for it, in the sense that it's probably intended more as a pictorial...but it's something I've been wondering for a while. My philosophy has always been that it's the 'visible' parts that should get priority, in terms of achieving the effect.

Thanks for the compliments Mezzanine

Although I loved the 1680, I sold it to fund some other projects that have gotten progressively more expensive (is that normal???) Just my opinion, but I think installing gen movements is definitely the way to go if you want a true frankin. The perfection of the movement alone is a sweet prize, just knowing it is in there, even if behind a no-date dial. One of my upcoming projects hopefully will be a 5513 with a 1520.

...and now back to our regular channel An older rep, and far from perfect, but still gets some wrist time. A slightly modded LV with gen pearl, superlume, cg's:

Nice collection, JoJo35

I think you need a Bond in there

Thanks XRT! I agree that Bond should be present....

Ok, here's my contibution:

Two gen movement frankins, my recently sold 1680 and the Great White

MBW 16610 and my gen triple 6

Another shot of the 1665

5512

wow, the weird blue font is killing me

Beautiful collection Stephane! We're in the same boat, my collection of frankens is building! I've always been a fan of the no-date subs, and your 5513 has a stunning dial. I plan on building one eventually, and if I'm lucky, I may be able to source a 1520 Here's my 5512:

If you can wait till the 24th, I know a nice 5508 that will be going up for sale

....besides, it probably misses diving!

Let me guess: 12 grand?

this is getting crazy.

I agree, the vintage rolex market on the bay is going absolutely nuts!