TeeJay

TeeJay - thanks for the link. I have no clue what kind of mvt. that watch has. I assume it is a quartz? But the case with black bezel looks damn good.

JMB - thanks for your info received by pm!

No the hunt for a Daytona case begins, please cross your fingers, mates

No problem at all The movement would most likely be a 21j asian, where the 3 subdial moves to show days of the month, the 9 subdial moves to show days of the week, and the 6 subdial does a 24 hour sweep. To be honest, quartz would be better, as at least that would be a functional stopwatch As above, for that price, if the bezel was to fit, the rest of the watch could be relegated to the parts tray as spares

T, I like the brushed bezel!

Thanks, bro I think it not only takes away that 'bling quality', but makes for a more uniform look with the dial I couldn't believe how easy it was to re-enamel the scale, I thought I was going to have to wait till it dried in then use paint remover to clean the surface, but I literally just dabbed the paint on each marking (using a lot and making sure to really push it into the recesses) worked my way all round (by which time the paint was starting to fog/dry, and a wipe with kitchen roll and a bit of repeated thumb pressure was enough to remove the overspill. The paint in the recesses was untouched, and I'm really happy with the result

TeeJay, actually I would like a black bezel better but it is very difficult to find a case (except for the very expensive yuki cases. Phong is expensive as well). If I take an elder newman case -those which came with an 7750) it would be wrong because of the missing crownguard... I can try to remove the polished bezel from a D. rep but have no clue where to source a black bezel which will fit.

I wouldn't like to say for sure if this one would fit, but, for the cost, even if it didn't, the watch might be able to provide spares of some kind A bezel from a PVDd modern Daytona would probably fit, but, probably wouldn't look right with the older dial... Another option you might like, is what I've done with my Daytona project... I removed the bezel and used a Scotchbrite pad to create a brushed finish, and then just used some matte black enamel model paint to re-enamel the scale (as the scuffing process took out much of the paint) Maybe not to everyone's taste, and certainly not accurate to gen, but I think it's a nice third alternative to polished or black I nearly forgot, I also brushed the tops of the lugs, as well as the centerlinks of the bracelet, as I'm not really one for the bling of the polished surfaces It looks great on others, just not on me

Heck, I like wearing this even without hands and movement, just because I love how it looks /

Im ex forces,now im a Roofer.

Only problem is,this time of year its either no work or freezing cold and wet.

I dont have a clue how some of you lads manage to stay sane,sitting in offices.

From my days as an office drone, it tended to involve frequent trips to the vending machine, and keeping an appreciative eye on the office MILFs

So glad to hear she's home As you say, a long road ahead, but let's hope it's a smooth one

I really don't know very much about Daytonas at all, but here's my .2c on the aesthetics...

The bezel on the Gen 79180 not only looks cluttered with all those marks in the scale, but I think that overall, the watch would look nicer if it had one of the black bezels like on the Newman era Daytonas, as I think that would really make the panda dial pop

Best of luck with the project

Here you go TeeJay.

Sec @6 on the left Sec. @9 on the right.

Sorry I missed the post, thanks for the photo, I definitely think mine would fit an @9 movement

It looks awesome, bro, I'd wear it in a heartbeat

In a perfect world, it would be a Rolex "Re-issue" (as in brand new) of a 6538... Especially if the dial, hands and case were exact, but with improved modern movement and a better bracelet (seriously if you have ever handled a gen vintage rivet bracelet -- they are pretty crappy). Wishful thinking.

You could always build a franken, and use a modern movement and contemporary bracelet

no problem mate everytime

Much appreciated

when you are so far with your rep, send the movement to me, a person i know will make it reliable for you bro

Thanks for the offer, bro, it's very much appreciated I know I had said that I might eventually spring for an ETA movement for the watch, but, I just realized, there could be an issue of the movement fitting and a suitable retaining ring, so I'll probably just stick with an Asian movement

Fantastic watch, amigo

i was realy thinking that you will say that watch T

and i have to say not only the making of it sounds realy cool, its also a real classy watch, and very unique, its like you bro

and im realy sure that you will have this watch somday completed, cause you are a real fucussed guy

Thanks, bro If the question had been 'which is the most visible dial', I'd say the Snowflake, without question, but I think the stick markers of this dial make it a close contender, as it is so easy to read, and the dial decal being slightly larger than standard layout also lends extra visibility by the size As I've said before, this is by no means a perfect replication, but that's not what I like about it. I like it because it's the watch I custom-built A coin-edge bezel will bring it closer to the 6200, but I'm not installing the bezel for the sake of accuracy, but because I feel it is a better appearance and would offer a better grip Of course, it will probably be quite some time before I fully complete the project, but I'm certainly happy with it as it is (if the movement was more reliable )

Interesting topic, bro

For me, if I could get it stabilized, it would be my 6200 project sub.

Having sold my Planet Ocean and SMP which were bought with inheritance money, the idea of having replacements seems like sacrilege, as they were a willing sacrifice. I admit, my two Tudor-dialled Subs are without question my overall favorite watch dials, but, they are in modern cases, and if this is about the ultimate Exit Watch, I have to admit, I prefer the feel of the vintage low-profile case. As I've said in PM, I believe that the 6200 was the watch Ian Fleming was referring to when he wrote On Her Majesty's Secret Service. Although I was already into watches when I read the novel, that was what first put Rolex into my mind as a brand.

Even though it is far from perfect in terms of replicating the 6200, 'as a watch', it has everything I need: Timing bezel, clear dial markers, water resistance, noticeable hands, and a comfortable case and bracelet. In terms of it as a project, I have modified just about every aspect of the watch, other than the crown and tube, which gives it a very personal connection. The insert has been swapped several times, and I plan to eventually install a coin-edge bezel. I built the dial myself with one of Slartibartfast's dial decals, which meant I had to strip and prepare a dial, apply the decal, lume the indices and varnish the dial. The watch has had new movements, and will eventually get another (might have to spring for an ETA movement for ease of future servicing) It's also had a military-Sub caseback fitted, which adds a little more weight without being too much (also improves comfort) The crystal has been epoxied into place, the bracelet, I built out of two different bracelets, which, while not accurate, for the 6200, is the only bracelet I can get to fit the case, and, I feel the endlinks complement the curve of the crystal. And, of course, it has had vintaging and re-finishing work all round. For me, it is my perfect watch. It's easy to read, it's water resistant, the low-profile case is incredibly comfortable and it goes with any wardrobe selections (I wore the case on a leather strap, with different dial/movement etc, at my best friend's wedding in Tokyo). If I could just complete the project, then if I had to sell all my other watches, and could never have any other watch again, as long as I could keep that one, I know it would meet my needs For me, it's not about the accuracy or details of the watch, but my personal connection to the watch

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Just thought I'd add a photo to show how good it looks on a leather strap

Great work there i love the explorer and the tudor i want to do some dial work on my 5512 i was thinking about a relume and or using matt varnish on the dial to age it, any tips on doing this would be appreciated, actually the dial looks better than my 1665 comex, the comex yellow dots are too bright and too new looking, so may do the 1665 as well i was going to replace the dial but i do like this dial on the 5512 my 5512 eta 2783 powered slow beat!

my comex submariner the only part iv aged so far on this is the crystal(with a 3m scouring pad)

Thanks A coating of matte varnish definitely has a nice effect of aging the dial In the past, I've also baked a dial under a grill for 30 seconds, but that was actually a bit too long, but the effect was quite good The only problem with baking, is it destroys the luminous qualities, so I'm preferring the results with the matte varnish Scouring pads are great to use for re-brushing a case/bracelet, but what I've found most useful, is a 4-surface nail buffer. Put a load of scratches and gouges into the case, (or even the crystal) and then use the buffer to re-finish. It'll take out most of the 'surface' scratches, and blend the deeper ones in really nicely

I'm not sure if it's a part which is easily available to purchase by itself yet... Best of luck with your search If anyone can help you out, it'll be someone here

ok thanks,

just to clear something up....what is drop shipping???

i have heard this term a few times since doinfd some research and i'm unsure what it is

my friend had his replica cartier roadster serviced as it stopped and when it was all put together again it was fine but a couple of weeks later he noticed that the minute hand had snapped!!!! somehow inside the case!!!

all he needs is replacement hands for the watch...is this something that would be simple to do??? if we could just get the parts??

we have no experience of any kind of watchmaking but he's in electronics so has a steady hand etc

thanks,

chris

Drop shipping is where dealers have pics on their sales sites, but don't actually have the watches in crates behind them, so when they get an order in, they order the watch from the factory/their supplier, and simply have that source post the watch to the client, without ever actually having the watch in hand them self.

Swapping hands is fairly easy to do, as long as the new hands fit It's just a case of de-casing the movement and then swapping out the hands. Maybe 10 minutes work

thanks for the reply,

how come nobody does this over here??

Good question. Sadly, there've been a few 'false starts' where the people involved didn't live up to people's expectations. From what I understand, working on reps, is more like restoring old cars, rather than factory servicing modern ones. This is definitely a hobby where it's best to learn to do some basic things at home, but of course, there are still somethings which require the skills of a trained watch smith

As above, a small jewelers is your best bet

Pikey brick!!!!!i like that.

Always been known as the Millwall brick up here,after a little run in trying to get home from a west ham game in 83

I saw an amusing vid on youtube (or something similar) where a guy in the states was trying to reproduce one by rolling/folding the paper along the longest side, and folding that, and seemed confused why it wasn't really hurting when he slapped himself with it Nice to see such 'how to' guides available though

I hope no watches were harmed in the aking of that pic!!

You need to work a bit on that Pikey Brick!!

None were harmed

I thought it was pretty good for a first attempt at one Certainly felt solid when I tested it on my thigh

Some people seem to be going out of their way to prove me right about their shortcomings, and generally piss me off today, so I figured I'd let that frustration out creatively...

Note. These are NOT my new EDC items, just a themed picture to let off some steam

Thanks TJ.. I love the Orange 300T it is the most stream lined out of the 3..and just rest so nicely on the wrist..

My most recent BoR is way too small .. looks like some owner extracted too many links.. probably squeezing out every penny form it..

so I have to open everything to it's full capacity..

but it beats wearing anything else on it..

AC/Lani

Any time, brother You always know when you've found 'the special watch'

This is the closest and best price I can find...

Just a quick update:

The watch has kept perfect time while off the wrist, but the movement of say, raising the wrist to check the time, creates enough rotor spin to freeze the second hand, so although it's keeping accurate time off the wrist, I don't think it can be trusted to be worn...