ubiquitous Posted September 7, 2011 Report Share Posted September 7, 2011 For those of you that have been following along, I started a 1665 Sea-Dweller project some 12 months ago (give or take). The project wasn’t exactly planned or really intended, per se; rather, a really good deal on a nice gen dial had fallen into my lap and the project kind-of-sort-of took shape from there.Because the project had more or less found me (instead of me seeking out the project as these things usually occur), I spent a lot of time contemplating whether I really wanted to see this one to completion. I accumulated some bits and pieces here and there, but I almost cut my holdings loose a few times in favor of other projects. It wasn’t until a friend of mine had mentioned that he was building the same project that I actually committed- I agreed to help procure a case set for his project which would be ordered along with my own. That was 9 months ago. My friend is a very patient individual as it wasn’t until the end of August that I finally got off my ass to get the last few remaining parts (case, movement and bracelet).Well, I figure I’ve been slacking long enough on this one and it was finally time to knock it out.The build list--Genuine 1665 white font dial-Genuine 1570 hands-Genuine caliber 1570-Genuine 25-39-Genuine 24-702-Genuine 24-7020-Genuine lumi insert-Phong 1665 case-Genuine 23-12200 spring bars-Genuine 93150 bracelet w/580 endsStill have a few small things to adjust, but for the most part it’s finally together…Thanks to all for keeping me motivated!Cheers and best,//ubi 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redwatch Posted September 7, 2011 Report Share Posted September 7, 2011 Dear god in heaven!!!! That is simply gorgeous R!!! Congratulations on such a fine build! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
its_urabus Posted September 7, 2011 Report Share Posted September 7, 2011 I am in awe. Amazing build. As this is my grail watch, I will do my best to no be too envious. If you ever want to sell her, let me know. I only need one kidney right? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
w0lf Posted September 7, 2011 Report Share Posted September 7, 2011 Simply amazing! Well worth the effort, the wait and the parts hunt, the end result is pure excellence Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmb Posted September 7, 2011 Report Share Posted September 7, 2011 That is downright sexy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woof* Posted September 7, 2011 Report Share Posted September 7, 2011 humina-humina-humina-humina-humina!!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freddy333 Posted September 7, 2011 Report Share Posted September 7, 2011 A beauty, Ubi, but I have a feeling the build cost was close to the current value of a gen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
praetor Posted September 7, 2011 Report Share Posted September 7, 2011 (edited) niice :thumbsupsmileyanim: ... makes me want to finish my 1665 project (probably 6 more months and costs much less than yours). Although it would be nice to have put a superdome in that bad boy, which makes it all roundy, making it look like one of those old submarines. Edited September 7, 2011 by praetor Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ubiquitous Posted September 7, 2011 Author Report Share Posted September 7, 2011 Thanks, gents. Cost to build was surprisingly low (figures rounded up to the nearest 5). Gen dial $425.00 Gen hands $50.00 (service) Gen 1570 $750.00 (paid $900 but it came with $150.00 in add'l parts that reduced the overall cost) Gen 25-39 $80.00 (service) Gen insert $60.00 (service) Gen 702 + tube $10.00 (procured several of these in a lot for around $90 total; cost broken down by unit) Gen 93150/580 $650.00 Case $1100.00 Total $3125.00 Having done the work myself, that also saves some $$ from the bottom line. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woof* Posted September 7, 2011 Report Share Posted September 7, 2011 Really nice R, Its all so perfect and pristine, you must have recieved the case since we talked. You keep settin the bar so high! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
its_urabus Posted September 7, 2011 Report Share Posted September 7, 2011 That's a total bargain if you ask me. Wear it well sir Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HauteHippie Posted September 8, 2011 Report Share Posted September 8, 2011 Thanks, gents. Total $3125.00 Having done the work myself, that also saves some $$ from the bottom line. 1/3 the cost of a gen on a good day for buying gens. Not too shabby!!! Besides it's a beautiful piece, and having built it by oneself is priceless! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ubiquitous Posted September 8, 2011 Author Report Share Posted September 8, 2011 Really nice R, Its all so perfect and pristine, you must have recieved the case since we talked. Indeed sir- Case was delivered @ 10:30 this morning That's a total bargain if you ask me. Wear it well sir 1/3 the cost of a gen on a good day for buying gens. Not too shabby!!! Besides it's a beautiful piece, and having built it by oneself is priceless! Thank you, thank you I can't argue with the price! I still have a couple of small items that I'd like to update down the road... But it's good to go for some wrist time for now at least! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronin Posted September 8, 2011 Report Share Posted September 8, 2011 OMG! Look at that thing! Bravo! Dibs! Say, my 9315 (in 95% shape) would look perfect on that. We should swap bracelets. AWESOME as always! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marsupilami Posted September 8, 2011 Report Share Posted September 8, 2011 cool, I´d like to see the caseback. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbutlerman Posted September 8, 2011 Report Share Posted September 8, 2011 Very nice Ubi! I've been waiting to see this one finished. It looks great! Congrats! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asf Posted September 8, 2011 Report Share Posted September 8, 2011 seriously, BRAVO! Im glad I could see it finished. Hopefully I can see it in person? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Irontomkidd Posted September 8, 2011 Report Share Posted September 8, 2011 I have been watching from the beginning, I expected good but this is amazing. Is the Phong that much better than the Yuki to justify the cost? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tmg Posted September 8, 2011 Report Share Posted September 8, 2011 Good things come to those who wait... That's a winner Ubi! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coolfire Posted September 8, 2011 Report Share Posted September 8, 2011 Good things come to those who wait... That's a winner Ubi! Well, I concur!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray T Posted September 8, 2011 Report Share Posted September 8, 2011 1100 for the case set, you must have some good discounts! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Migge Posted September 8, 2011 Report Share Posted September 8, 2011 Wow R, another amazing build!! To be honest, we have come to expect nothing less from you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sander Posted September 8, 2011 Report Share Posted September 8, 2011 Very very nice build Even if the price was the same as a gen, I would enjoy it more than the gen. It's just so much fun when you finally complete it and wear it for the first time. Way better than just pay for it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alligoat Posted September 8, 2011 Report Share Posted September 8, 2011 Beautiful job R! And the fact that it took a year to build is a good lesson for some of the new guys. Patience is what it takes. You just have to keep looking and working on getting parts, slowly but surely. And I agree, you've built it for 1/3 of what a gen would cost these days. Great job. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vlydog Posted September 8, 2011 Report Share Posted September 8, 2011 This piece is stunning! Nothing beats a crispy clean GW. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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