PeteM Posted October 27, 2011 Report Share Posted October 27, 2011 Still practising my pics Here is my franken 217... This was the second 47mm released by OP, the first being the 127. These were an homage ( ) by OP to the vintage models of the 1950's (The 6152's). It is the destro with the Marina Militare dial, I think its 4 MM dials now but I cant recall 2011 dials off hand... 5218-202a, 036, 217 and 267 This one was put together for me by Domi 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
valerian Posted October 27, 2011 Report Share Posted October 27, 2011 Stunningly beautiful! Val. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mellons Posted October 27, 2011 Report Share Posted October 27, 2011 wow- great shots as well!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Watchmeister Posted October 27, 2011 Report Share Posted October 27, 2011 Absolutely stunning piece. Nice to see a correctly oriented movement. Please tell us what the components are. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ocram Posted October 27, 2011 Report Share Posted October 27, 2011 My grail watch!!!! This is the best 217 I've ever seen.....and I think I hate you now Sent from my iPhone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeteM Posted October 27, 2011 Author Report Share Posted October 27, 2011 Thanks guys.... It is the best I think I can make it without a gen movement.... Thanks M for the comment on the pics mate... I am practising like mad with a home made light box!! Specs are: Gen 217 Crystal Gen Bezel Gen Crown Gen CG Gen dial Gen Hands Little Hero 219 movement EL Fiddy case EL Caseback which was reengraved with my personal serial number and correct BB number relative to the S/N... took hours to work out and loads of web surfing ! OEM Jules Verne strap with correct OP historic brushed buckle It took a while but for me it was so worth it and its a pleasure to wear.... especially as it attracts so much attention Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Watchmeister Posted October 27, 2011 Report Share Posted October 27, 2011 Pete- Far and away the best 217 (other than gen) I have seen. Congrats on that piece. I can o nly imagine how much effort it took to get all those parts together. BY the way the LH movement looks great. That is one heck of a franken. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeteM Posted October 27, 2011 Author Report Share Posted October 27, 2011 Thanks W Those words mean alot coming from you mate I appreciate it.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
squashlovernk Posted October 27, 2011 Report Share Posted October 27, 2011 AMAZING 217 Pete, love it and congrats!! Best 217 I seen so far, if you could source a gen movement you got yourself a GEN!!! BTW, you forgot one MM, the 82 (Amerigo Vespucci) and the current 339 (composite 8 day Rad). So I believe there are 6 MMs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeteM Posted October 27, 2011 Author Report Share Posted October 27, 2011 Of course the 82... Thanks mate. I have had a few opportunities to buy the gen movement... dont see the need for myself Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snrubb Posted October 27, 2011 Report Share Posted October 27, 2011 There was a 219 without boxes or papers floating around the Gen forums for ~$4200 FYI.... Not sure if it is available still. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
w0lf Posted October 27, 2011 Report Share Posted October 27, 2011 Really really really good looking build, Pete Wear it in good health! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dluddy Posted October 27, 2011 Report Share Posted October 27, 2011 Stunning Pete Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oncyte Posted October 27, 2011 Report Share Posted October 27, 2011 Holy crap! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eton Posted October 27, 2011 Report Share Posted October 27, 2011 Holy crap! +1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeteM Posted October 27, 2011 Author Report Share Posted October 27, 2011 Thank you guys... I really appreciate the kind words Give me a great sense of achievement when people I respect pass positive comments, Thank you Thanks for the heads up S but I decided that this will be as far as I go with this one Still to many more to do Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gianton Posted October 27, 2011 Report Share Posted October 27, 2011 Awesome Pete, just perfect!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vlydog Posted October 27, 2011 Report Share Posted October 27, 2011 Pete, You have really impressed me lately with your parade of beautifully modded PAMs. I can appreciate all that goes into creating each one. First the vision to see it and to know what you want. Then comes the hunt for all the right juicy bits and the patience needed to hold out for that last final jewel. Finally comes the enjoyment of the finished product along with the sense of accomplishment and pride of ownership. Well done my friend and thanks for sharing! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dluddy Posted October 27, 2011 Report Share Posted October 27, 2011 First the vision to see it and to know what you want. Then comes the hunt for all the right juicy bits and the patience needed to hold out for that last final jewel. Finally comes the enjoyment of the finished product along with the sense of accomplishment and pride of ownership. Then you sell it because you realize the whole fun is in the hunt...... oh, wait....that's Marty, not Pete 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeteM Posted October 27, 2011 Author Report Share Posted October 27, 2011 Its already in the sales section Thanks B Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Watchmeister Posted October 28, 2011 Report Share Posted October 28, 2011 Then you sell it because you realize the whole fun is in the hunt...... oh, wait....that's Marty, not Pete No you sell it to build the next one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cloner4 Posted October 28, 2011 Report Share Posted October 28, 2011 Nice going there bro! Very nice, all your missing is the gen mov, go for it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StormTooper4 Posted October 28, 2011 Report Share Posted October 28, 2011 Blooming Heck.................... thats a ridiculous set of parts you've managed to obtain there squire. Great Effort and that movement is the icing on the destro cake Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mir36 Posted October 28, 2011 Report Share Posted October 28, 2011 At a loss for words. WOW. Congratulations! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluerex Posted October 28, 2011 Report Share Posted October 28, 2011 Amazing. Most impressive, bruv. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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