jmb Posted January 20, 2011 Report Share Posted January 20, 2011 M, fantastic collection! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flex Posted January 20, 2011 Report Share Posted January 20, 2011 Nice collection you guys have.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justasgood Posted January 20, 2011 Report Share Posted January 20, 2011 After playing around with various reps. ( Rolex), Modding them with Gen parts (Crowns, tubes, crystals), Shaoing cases and CG’s, and then selling them to various members (Stephane showed one in his post), I decided I would build an Ultimate Franken of what I believe is the most beautiful Rolex I ever laid eyes on. It would be from the year of my birth 1963 and it would have this dial: I started collecting the pieces such as Crown, Tube, bezel assembly, crystal and movement. All Genuine of course. Then I got a donor watch: 1963 Oyster Perpetual Date with 1560 mov’t. Decided the dial was too valuable to put into a Franken, I sold it for a pile-O-cash $$$$$. I bought this: And these: And sent them to The Zigmeister. Bought a case from NDT for big $$$, shaped the CG’s to pointy and built this: Also seen in the pic is a Tudor with Gen dial(from Ubi). Needless to say, and Sad to think about…..it is gone. Sold to a Member. And then the cruel hand of fate smacked me upside the head and dropped this into my lap: Yes, 1963 Gilt Pointed CG All original and unmolested by any polishing. Sadly I couldn’t afford it but I managed to find it a nice home with a member here. I really don’t want to travel back in time anymore as there have been too many watches(all gone) and many Gens that I have brought to members here. Such as: Genuine Omega Moonwatch (Pugster) Genuine GMT Fat Lady(2) One to Lani the other to a member I can’t recall. Genuine Rolex Zephyr Genuine Rolex GMT II Ceramic and genuine Rolex Yachtmaster – Member here Many others. So while not as skilled at modding, I still enjoy helping members whenever I can. RWG, Family, Friends, Forever! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stephane Posted January 20, 2011 Report Share Posted January 20, 2011 @ Ubi....are you a Rolexfan? Those shells...will recognize them anytime, remembers me of good times at Stefanes in Brussels Ubi, a Rolex fan ? Naahhh That was a shock Capice...I mean our first GTG. God I was stressed like if I met a group of Playboy Centerfold Girls From time to time, I'll wander off and try some other brands... AP, PP, IWC... Sometimes Omega or Panerai... But I always come back to vintage Rolex! I know what you mean Ubi and can't agree more. I've owned quite a number of other brands models...nothing beats a 1665! After having sold them all, can't wait to have my "new" 1665 & 1680 back from Tribal. Only few parts left and we're done. Yiiipeeee @ Lhooq: what a fantastic 1016 picture in that water ! Love it. Ah, Kurt, that isn't bad either Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nanuq Posted January 20, 2011 Report Share Posted January 20, 2011 WOW, you guys have nice stuff. And the photo skills to do them justice! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ubiquitous Posted January 20, 2011 Author Report Share Posted January 20, 2011 Indeed... This trip down memory lane has reminded me of the many exceptional pieces that our members have owned; past and current. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freddy333 Posted January 20, 2011 Report Share Posted January 20, 2011 Pace freddy, I don't think I'll ever tire of seeing your ridiculously huge Rolex collections. If you liked those frankens, you should see my gens & reps (which were not included here). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dizzy Posted January 21, 2011 Report Share Posted January 21, 2011 Basicly I used to think this was a good replica about 5 years ago... Now, many years later, I wear these.. Recently Modded Pure Time 1680 Franken old skool MBW1680, gen white tritium dial etc 16030 gen Rolex datejust with ETA2836 replacement motor. MBW franken 16610 Doesnt compete with you other guys here. You have some amazing watches! dizz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lhooq Posted January 21, 2011 Report Share Posted January 21, 2011 jmb: Is it me or is the collection you posted a bit... abridged? I could've sworn you had a few dozen examples of Rolex/Tudor by now! Stephane: Thanks for the compliment! I chose that picture, because I still go swimming with that rep at least three times a week. It really takes a beating. So many nice Rolexes (and Tudors!) in this thread, and many others that I wish I could see. (Any new pictures, Flex?) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capice Posted January 21, 2011 Report Share Posted January 21, 2011 I've been known to dabble a bit in Rolex From time to time, I'll wander off and try some other brands... AP, PP, IWC... Sometimes Omega or Panerai... But I always come back to vintage Rolex! wow a lot of Rolex eyeviolence.. I know the feeling Ubi, have the same but then with Panerai Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmb Posted January 21, 2011 Report Share Posted January 21, 2011 jmb: Is it me or is the collection you posted a bit... abridged? I could've sworn you had a few dozen examples of Rolex/Tudor by now! M, I have about 8 Rollies and 10 Tudors. I just popped up the three pics to illustrate my "horological evolution", so to speak... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeyB Posted January 21, 2011 Report Share Posted January 21, 2011 This is the only one that has turned out decent pictures. OK, how do you do that? I tried taking pics of the lume and got nothing! All very beautiful watches by everyone. Well done! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nanuq Posted January 21, 2011 Report Share Posted January 21, 2011 Here's a shot of the collection ca. a year ago, and the "quick winder" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ubiquitous Posted January 22, 2011 Author Report Share Posted January 22, 2011 OK, how do you do that? I tried taking pics of the lume and got nothing! Set up your shot with a tripod and timer or remote. The key to a good lume shot is to have the camera steady. That's where the tripod comes in handy... Using a timer or remote will allow the camera to snap the pic without being disturbed: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alligoat Posted January 22, 2011 Report Share Posted January 22, 2011 After 5 or 6 years you begin to realize that you probably need help.... Here's some early reps, I bought this 5513 from Paul for $139. It has the swiss eta and I trimmed the cg's, installed a better pearl- popped it right in there and finally put a better aftermarket dial in there, here it is on the left, another WR rep! Watch on the right is Paul's $139 DRSD- working HE valve and a swiss eta- I passed the case on to Chi and I'm saving the movement for the matte dial Sea-Dweller- 16660. Future, sorry no pics yet Next up is the noobmariner- this one came from River- $100+ with the asian eta- one of the first out there- trimmed the cg's, gen crown and AM tube, WM pearl and filed the backside of the insert- what a great beater! WR to boot. The asian eta finally crapped out after 3 years- sure wish my watchmaker would work on them! Recent projects include the 6238/9 transitional- here it is with white hands on the subdials- I've since changed to black- this is with a V72 Here's my triumvirate of beaters- 1665 top left, 16800 top right and 16610 on the bottom. All are great beaters and WR, great for wade fishing, jet ski riding and general floating around in the canal on hot summer days w/ a cool adult beverage As for future, there's the 6542 big crown and the 16660 matte dial SD coming up- sorry, no pics yet. Also, the white dialed 6542 from PT is on the way, but as my good friend JMB would say, we're not spending a whole wad of cash on this mod! Stay tuned. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeff g Posted January 22, 2011 Report Share Posted January 22, 2011 Without a doubt THE most significant Rep Rolli thread ever posted anywhere or anytime since I have been online. That would be 7 years. Between Ubi and Freddy there is more knowledge of the Rolex legacy than ANY information currently available on ANY gen forums. We are indeed fortunate to have members like these guys to learn from. Thank you, all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dluddy Posted January 22, 2011 Report Share Posted January 22, 2011 Without a doubt THE most significant Rep Rolli thread ever posted anywhere or anytime since I have been online. That would be 7 years. Between Ubi and Freddy there is more knowledge of the Rolex legacy than ANY information currently available on ANY gen forums. We are indeed fortunate to have members like these guys to learn from. Thank you, all. Yes indeed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dizzy Posted January 22, 2011 Report Share Posted January 22, 2011 Yes there is more vintage Rolex knowledge here than anywhere else. Most of the guys on the gen forums only know how to throw down the VISA to buy a watch or send it out to have work done. Here, almost everyone is trying to learn everything for themselves. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeyB Posted January 22, 2011 Report Share Posted January 22, 2011 Yes there is more vintage Rolex knowledge here than anywhere else. That's precisely why I came here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grifter Posted March 21, 2011 Report Share Posted March 21, 2011 You guys rock! I'm glad to be learning from you all. I will post my humble collection once I take some nice pics and finish a few. I credit you guys for giving me the balls to start making parts and dive into the world of modding! Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lhooq Posted March 22, 2011 Report Share Posted March 22, 2011 Yes there is more vintage Rolex knowledge here than anywhere else. Respectfully, I'd say that VRF has the edge over our humble forum. But it's so much nicer here! And besides, I reckon more than a few RWGers hang out in that shark tank. I credit you guys for giving me the balls to start making parts and dive into the world of modding! "I like you. You have balls. I like balls." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmb Posted March 22, 2011 Report Share Posted March 22, 2011 Grifter, you won't be the first that Ubi's led to ruin - ruined bank account, anyway! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grifter Posted March 22, 2011 Report Share Posted March 22, 2011 LOL guys! My wallet is nearing zero gravity. Soon it will be floating next to me! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Star69 Posted March 22, 2011 Report Share Posted March 22, 2011 cool ! here is a part of my past first Rep: first gen Sub: first MBW: first Franken: first gen vintage Sub: first GMT: first Explorer: first Tudor: the sickness ... cheers, Frank Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ephry73 Posted September 28, 2013 Report Share Posted September 28, 2013 Had to bump this one up. I was having a moment looking at some old posts, and could not help but say, DAMN! such nice pieces and pictures in this thread! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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