lanikai Posted January 9, 2010 Report Share Posted January 9, 2010 Thank you once again to the Zigmeister for another finely crafted piece..I was again at a loss for words at the finished piece. I started with the MBK 1016 and along the way was attracted to the gilt dial, which I sourced from Yuki's, and after a bit of research decided that this dial was adequate for the project.. the MBK dial is very good but I wanted something a little different.. I did source a NDT dial with "Explorer" instead of the "Superlative Chronometer" line, which was the early dial for the 1016; but in the end rested on the gilt dial. The Crystal is a Clarks T-22 which had to be modded, the diameter would not work with the bezel, so the Zig man shaved off some of the outside of the crystal without a tell..first rate workman ship of course. the hands were made to match the dial colour, the lugs were drilled to specs. So here are pics.. and again .. thanks for viewing Before it made the trip to ZM Now the 1016 Gilt The Case The Dial (glossy) The dial under reflective light A little more of a Vintage look Full view Wristi's Thank you for viewing.. AC/L Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Utheman Posted January 9, 2010 Report Share Posted January 9, 2010 That's awesome Lani! I already liked it before the gilt dial mod, but this recent development is outstanding. Good strap choice also. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lanikai Posted January 9, 2010 Author Report Share Posted January 9, 2010 That's awesome Lani! I already liked it before the gilt dial mod, but this recent development is outstanding. Good strap choice also. Thank you W even if I left the MBK dial in place the T22 acrylic makes a huge difference.. I may put on the oyster bracelet again just to give it some size.. but I would like to get a dark honey tan gator .. I think that would be a handsome match.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
panerai153 Posted January 9, 2010 Report Share Posted January 9, 2010 Lani, That is a great watch!! The Zigmeister is truly a master craftsman. I'm not much of an Explorer person, but I really like this one. It would make a great dress watch to wear on occasions where a Sub or SD would be a little too Sporty. What engine is in this one? Love that Alligator band as well. Cheers Arthur Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spekoli Posted January 9, 2010 Report Share Posted January 9, 2010 that's the first explorer that I've seen that i truly like very nice job Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chiman12 Posted January 9, 2010 Report Share Posted January 9, 2010 That is truly a work of art lani! Congrats!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lanikai Posted January 9, 2010 Author Report Share Posted January 9, 2010 Lani, That is a great watch!! The Zigmeister is truly a master craftsman. I'm not much of an Explorer person, but I really like this one. It would make a great dress watch to wear on occasions where a Sub or SD would be a little too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ubiquitous Posted January 9, 2010 Report Share Posted January 9, 2010 That's a beauty, Lani! Is that the dial that made a short stop over in DEN? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redwatch Posted January 9, 2010 Report Share Posted January 9, 2010 Stunning!!! Your collection never ceases to amaze me Lani! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lhooq Posted January 9, 2010 Report Share Posted January 9, 2010 (edited) Absolutely beautiful, Lani. What a terrific dial you found, and first-class work all around! A Yuki 7206 may be a headache to fit; I'd love to see it on a folded-link bracelet. It looks great with a strap, regardless. Congratulations! Edited January 9, 2010 by LHOOQ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lanikai Posted January 9, 2010 Author Report Share Posted January 9, 2010 That's a beauty, Lani! Is that the dial that made a short stop over in DEN? this is her Ubi.. got the Col./Ubi stamp on her luggage.. .. for those wondering, the karmic path to Hawaii runs through Denver I hope I mentioned to you,...the scratch that appeared to be on the dial was in fact on inside of the plastic container @LHOOQ.. I may have just found use for the riveted bracelet after all. Kama is good.. AC/Lani Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lhooq Posted January 9, 2010 Report Share Posted January 9, 2010 By the way, did you or The Zigmeister have much problems fitting the NDT dial on the ETA (?) movement? It looks like all the aftermarket dials (NDT and Yuki) are made with Rolex movements in mind. Should I ever decide to revisit the 1016, those dials in an MBW or Yuki case might be the way to go. But when I consider the potential cost, I seriously think about saving for a gen! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoJo35 Posted January 9, 2010 Report Share Posted January 9, 2010 Very nice job Lani, it looks great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lanikai Posted January 9, 2010 Author Report Share Posted January 9, 2010 Very nice job Lani, it looks great! thank you JJ.. coming from the Vintage Master.. that is very nice LHOOQ Posted Today, 08:36 PM By the way, did you or The Zigmeister have much problems fitting the NDT dial on the ETA (?) movement? It looks like all the aftermarket dials (NDT and Yuki) are made with Rolex movements in mind. Should I ever decide to revisit the 1016, those dials in an MBW or Yuki case might be the way to go. But when I consider the potential cost, I seriously think about saving for a gen! I leave it to Ziggy ... I just requested that if the feet needed to be clipped to please proceed.. I trust in his knowledge..if it will cause issues Ziggy will tell me thumbs up or not.. that is good enough for me.. this dial was only 139 usd.. that is what prompted me to move ahead; after viewing the history of the gilt dial, 139 seemed very reasonable and 5.00 usd for a Clarks crystal.. that is the extent of the $$ on parts..the hands that I did not use came with the dial. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lanikai Posted January 9, 2010 Author Report Share Posted January 9, 2010 LOOQ.. your spot on.. the 7026 riveted bracelet gives the 1016 an astonishing look.. I have one that I wasn't planning on using.. but things happen for a reason and after wrestling it on.. I cannot use the vintage spring bars though... it looks gret.. I'll have pics up tomorrow.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmb Posted January 9, 2010 Report Share Posted January 9, 2010 Very clean and trim watch. I like it even if it doesn't have any CGs! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lanikai Posted January 9, 2010 Author Report Share Posted January 9, 2010 Very clean and trim watch. I like it even if it doesn't have any CGs! this is the "CG's" again.. sheesh... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rolexmaniac88 Posted January 9, 2010 Report Share Posted January 9, 2010 What a fine piece! The gilt dial is a great choice! Great work from The Zigmeiste, as always. Wear it well Lani RM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lhooq Posted January 9, 2010 Report Share Posted January 9, 2010 LOOQ.. your spot on.. the 7026 riveted bracelet gives the 1016 an astonishing look.. I have one that I wasn't planning on using.. but things happen for a reason and after wrestling it on.. I cannot use the vintage spring bars though... it looks gret.. I'll have pics up tomorrow.. Great to hear. I look forward to being overcome with jealousy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OSRep Posted January 9, 2010 Report Share Posted January 9, 2010 Awesome R, the gilt dial makes a ton of difference to the watch! Def needs a bracelet too... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Salamas Posted January 9, 2010 Report Share Posted January 9, 2010 Super Mod!!! Perfect!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ubiquitous Posted January 9, 2010 Report Share Posted January 9, 2010 this is her Ubi.. got the Col./Ubi stamp on her luggage.. .. for those wondering, the karmic path to Hawaii runs through Denver I hope I mentioned to you,...the scratch that appeared to be on the dial was in fact on inside of the plastic container It's a relief to know that those marks were on the protective container, and not the dial itself! When I first saw your pics, I wasn't sure if this was the same dial, or if you managed an exchange; your reply confirmed it for me though Looks a beaut, buddy! That is definitely a kepper! :wub: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alligoat Posted January 9, 2010 Report Share Posted January 9, 2010 Beautiful job, lani! That Yuki dial is very nice and Zig did a great job matching the hands. These Explorers are growing on me, the gold, the 3-6-9, the classic understatement. Wear it in good health! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lanikai Posted January 9, 2010 Author Report Share Posted January 9, 2010 Got it on a Yuki 7026 riveted last night AC/Lani Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeeJay Posted January 9, 2010 Report Share Posted January 9, 2010 A work of art indeed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.