jackflash

That is worth it to pay just 25 more for custom color.  I didn't know that it was only 25 more dollars and an option.  He does the hands too?

You can also ask HR to customise the dial for you. Costs around $25 extra.

6538 today

And yea my watch needs a lot of aging overall lol it’s the only thing I’ve not done yet. Can’t decide how far to take it. 

Very nice! So pleased to see a decent 5517 insert at long last!! Thanks for the shots. Looks good now, it’ll looking great after you done the subtle ageing

Received my Ruby inserts today ! They look amazing compared to the phong version. When I get it sorted I’ll post a photo. 

Here is mine using a Vietnam case, custom dial/hands, gen 1520 movement, gen crown and stem and a phong insert. 

What seconds hand are you using ? Seems more correct than mine. 

Very nice spec!

I’ve got a Yuki second hand on there, changed it so often I’m beginning to loose track. Had to shape the tip slightly too, rather than the tail.

Ruby's site said $89 usd when I pulled it up- seems fair to me

She has them again ???????

94010 today

Ugh the damn 5517 lol been a while building mine. Down to a good insert quest now. Good luck this build can be a heart breaker. 

I’ve ordered this one from Ruby.

http://rubyswatch.com/products/k15-|-submariner-|-5517-|-bezel-insret-1878

Looks like the numerals are better than the Phong I currently have installed.

Added an original spec NDC watch strap, as per the MN watches.
https://www.silvermans.co.uk/products/marine-nationale-watch-strap?variant=33505519491


Another option. Erikas Originals have a derivative design of MN straps too. Slightly misleadingly trademarked as Original MN.
https://erikasoriginals.com/mn-straps/original.php

Nice! Still think you would have been better served with the Yuki handset though. Apart from the second hand tail, the minute hand looks a little too long and thick to me.

Looks like the crystal has some fracturing around the edge. So you may want to replace it at some stage.

Agree, 702 crown and tube would be the way to go.

Comfort

Excellent! Now what’s your next build

Since I’m with a matte black dial I need to decide on the insert. Three to choose from: Phong Black, Slay Kissing 40 Black, or Phong Blue. Nothing has been aged yet but when I do it’ll be a light touch. Lets crowd source some thoughts on this, what do you like best? 

2 hours ago, JCC1968 said:

Hi
 
Got a set of Phong hands and I hear the second hand is too long. How much do I trim off the hand t make it correct?
 

@JCC1968 Check your original thread:
https://rwg.cc/topic/193424-need-help-building-a-franken-5517-rolex/?tab=comments#comment-1551071

4 hours ago, JCC1968 said:

How much of the second hand do I cut off to be correct? 

 

Best thing to do is pick an original watch as a reference for your build. Take a look at the length of the tail of the second hand, here’s an example.

Another option. The Yuki handset, at least the second hand, looks to have better proportions than the Phong.

http://www.yukiwatch.net/Submariner-5517-hand-set-p35282255

Beautiful lume work. Excellent job!

Really looking forward to seeing these pan out. I've got a hankering for a 9411 too so will be looking for hints and tips.

Looking good! Any plans to tackle the Rehaut?

Agreed Jack! Nice catch. I was so enamored with everything else that I missed that. I also believe that yours is one of the best ever! And I’ve always been jealous of it.

MilesD did one of my all time favorites.

MBW 5513 Case
Cartel Insert
Yuki Pearl
Gen Tropic 19 Plexi
Aftermarket 702 Tube
Gen 702 Crown!!!!
NDT 5517 Dial
Omega SM300 Hands
ETA2846

 

http://www.homageforum.com/viewtopic.php?f=25&t=7685&hilit=5517

Nice. With one flaw to watch out for when buying 5517 bezel inserts. Too many minute markers after the 50, it should have 3, not 4.

16 hours ago, jimcon11 said:

How do the HR milsub dials compare to the others?

In general I think they are great value. I used HR dials for my 5513, 6538 and 94010 builds. The 5513 is probably the most accurate, so with the addition of the tritium mark it should be pretty good for an ETA build. The dials do need reluming though. Something HR will do too on request if you decide not to do it yourself.