szvwj Posted March 6, 2011 Report Share Posted March 6, 2011 In an attempt to achieve a Gen-like AR coating (and not being able to get in on one of Chief's runs), over the last year I've contacted various coating houses to find a coating (and process) that would give me acceptable results (not easy). I've had crystals coated twice before but had limited success: http://www.repgeek.com/showthread.php?p=1460069#post1460069. I received my latest crystals today (my 3rd attempt) and I must say that I think it looks amazing. Attached is a photo of my new crystal on top of the Gen. It's very slightly more violet than the Gen, but I think it knocks down reflection even better (and way better than a rep): Here's another picture (mine is on the left): the coating is applied per Military standards and meets or exceeds the following: * Abrasion, Mil-C-675A * Adhesion, Mil-M-13508C * Hardness, Mil-M-13508C ...I'm VERY happy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cougaree Posted March 6, 2011 Report Share Posted March 6, 2011 Congratulations buddy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chronoluvvv Posted March 6, 2011 Report Share Posted March 6, 2011 x 22 so how can we jump on your bandwagon ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plaifender Posted March 6, 2011 Report Share Posted March 6, 2011 Who's your secret!???? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
szvwj Posted March 6, 2011 Author Report Share Posted March 6, 2011 Who's your secret!???? It took a lot of work, money and persistence. I learned more than I thought I ever would about AR coatings. It took me over a year of effort and because of that, I'd prefer to keep my 'secrets' to myself for now . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maxman Posted March 6, 2011 Report Share Posted March 6, 2011 It took a lot of work, money and persistence. I learned more than I thought I ever would about AR coatings. It took me over a year of effort and because of that, I'd prefer to keep my 'secrets' to myself for now . Nice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yannou Posted March 6, 2011 Report Share Posted March 6, 2011 Nice +1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
szvwj Posted March 6, 2011 Author Report Share Posted March 6, 2011 +1 I don't understand, are you being sarcastic? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mickey Padge Posted March 6, 2011 Report Share Posted March 6, 2011 Seems strange to do all the leg work, find a great solution, and then not want to share the fruits of your labour with the community? Simple question, why? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
szvwj Posted March 6, 2011 Author Report Share Posted March 6, 2011 Even if I was willing to 'give' away my information, it would be complicated. I designed and fabricated special holding fixtures and came up with a specific process to get the correct color. I'd have to generate drawings and document the process. In addition, it took time to develop a relationship with my supplier (I've been through several suppliers). These are things I'm not willing to just give away (not yet anyway). I may offer to coat crystals for other members, but I need to make sure that it doesn't violate any forum rules. In addition, I don't want to step on Chief's toes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cougaree Posted March 6, 2011 Report Share Posted March 6, 2011 Guys, AR coating is not a simple process. It's even harder when you want to be perfect, especially having the lab involved. I think we should just be glad that there is finally a person that can coat crystal now. AR or no AR is our choice, it really good go know if we do decide to AR the crystal, there is a place we can send to. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KB Posted March 7, 2011 Report Share Posted March 7, 2011 I may offer to coat crystals for other members, but I need to make sure that it doesn't violate any forum rules. Thank you for being level headed. The admin team has no problem with new service providers as long as the go through the correct channels and let us approve them. There are many eager members in this thread who should know better. Ken Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scottosaurus Posted March 8, 2011 Report Share Posted March 8, 2011 Wow. I'm learning a lot in this thread. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
txcollector Posted March 8, 2011 Report Share Posted March 8, 2011 I applaud your perseverance. AR services for watches is not for the faint of heart, specially if you want to match an existing specification. Great job. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marcelo Posted March 8, 2011 Report Share Posted March 8, 2011 Great Job! AR is indeed very difficult to do! If you want to test on my crystals i will be glad to help you! I have 3 crystals that need AR i would pay for 2 and the other one you can have for tests. Let me know! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marcelo Posted March 9, 2011 Report Share Posted March 9, 2011 I'm sending 3 crystals to him. Let´s see if it is good! By the pictures it seems to be gorgeous! How is the scratch resistant? I will post my crystals today! Thank you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gran Posted March 9, 2011 Report Share Posted March 9, 2011 Wow. I'm learning a lot in this thread. me too.....but "military standard" is sort of vague Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
szvwj Posted March 9, 2011 Author Report Share Posted March 9, 2011 (edited) me too.....but "military standard" is sort of vague ...Kind-of like Military Intelligence. But actually, the Mil-Specs for this coating aren't too bad. You can look them up here: https://assist.daps.dla.mil/online/start/ Just hit the 'QUICK SEARCH' button (on the left of the screen) and type in the number of the Mil-Spec (from my original post) in the 'Document Number' field. Edited March 9, 2011 by szvwj Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gran Posted March 9, 2011 Report Share Posted March 9, 2011 ...Kind-of like Military Intelligence. But actually, the Mil-Specs for this coating aren't too bad. You can look them up here: https://assist.daps.dla.mil/online/start/ Just hit the 'QUICK SEARCH' button (on the left of the screen) and type in the number of the Mil-Spec (from my original post) in the 'Document Number' field. Just tongue in cheek from me....I have no doubt your specs are decent enough Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
szvwj Posted March 9, 2011 Author Report Share Posted March 9, 2011 Just tongue in cheek from me....I have no doubt your specs are decent enough No problem. For once, I actually understood the humor I just though I'd throw in the information on the specs in case anyone wanted to know more about them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yannou Posted March 12, 2011 Report Share Posted March 12, 2011 I don't understand, are you being sarcastic? No sarcasms at all...I was just hoping that you will share or try to developp a new AR servicing for us... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
szvwj Posted March 14, 2011 Author Report Share Posted March 14, 2011 No sarcasms at all...I was just hoping that you will share or try to developp a new AR servicing for us... Oh, good! I'm sending more crystals out this week. I'm including more of my own as well as a few from some friends. I'm keeping it very limited for now. I want to know what my friends think of the coating before I offer it to anyone else. I will, of course, have to go through the proper channels if I want to offer an AR service to the community. I definitely don't want to negatively effect Chief's business. He does a great job and I don't want to do anything to make him want to stop. 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.