stevedrk Posted October 27, 2013 Report Share Posted October 27, 2013 (edited) Hello, my name is Steve and I'm a big crown-aholic. This is my fourth 6538 build and I have already been collected parts for another. Unfortunately, I have found myself in situations where I've ended up needing to sell, but I'm hoping I'll be able to hold on to this one. I spent more time and effort putting this one together than previous builds and I have been more particular about the parts I've used. Here are the specs on this one: Helenarou engraved case set, slightly aged, corners rounded Helenarou red triangle insert, slightly aged Bezel aged to allow copper finish to show Clark t19 crystal sanded to the height I like Helenarou Dial, relumed and slightly aged by Daz Tiger handset with big ball second hand, also relumed by Daz Swatch branded ETA 2842 Riyi bracelet (until the NOS rivet I purchased from the bay arrives from Portugal) Okay, yes, onto the photos. I hope you enjoy. Please note photos do not capture the true character and beauty of this watch. r Edited October 27, 2013 by stevedrk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nanuq Posted October 27, 2013 Report Share Posted October 27, 2013 Ohhhhhhhh yes!! Very handsome build! That's one to be proud of. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
panerai153 Posted October 27, 2013 Report Share Posted October 27, 2013 Very nice, you are a card carrying member of the Big Crown Club!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevedrk Posted October 27, 2013 Author Report Share Posted October 27, 2013 Thanks gents. That means a lot coming from you guys. Love your builds. I'm in great company.Sent from my LG-P999 using Tapatalk 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mjmj Posted October 28, 2013 Report Share Posted October 28, 2013 Very nice work! Enjoy it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dieselpower Posted October 28, 2013 Report Share Posted October 28, 2013 Lovely stuff! Wear it well - pardon my ignorance but can you give us further info on the bracelet? I've been looking for a decent rivetted rep for ages. Would you recommend that one? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nanuq Posted October 28, 2013 Report Share Posted October 28, 2013 I've been looking for a decent rivetted rep for ages Try here: http://bit.ly/1clEsGV Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alligoat Posted October 28, 2013 Report Share Posted October 28, 2013 That is a very nice big crown and I like the 2842 in there- we haven't ever seen that one used in a rep that I can recall.Riyi002 has those rivet bracelets for a good price. I think he can even get the Rolex crown on the clasp for you if you ask.http://www.ebay.com/itm/20MM-SOLID-STAINLESS-STEEL-RIVET-OYSTER-BAND-BRACELET-FOR-ROLEX-MEN-WATCH-/350911669177?pt=US_Watch_Bands&hash=item51b3f723b9#ht_539wt_1160 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevedrk Posted October 28, 2013 Author Report Share Posted October 28, 2013 Lovely stuff! Wear it well - pardon my ignorance but can you give us further info on the bracelet? I've been looking for a decent rivetted rep for ages. Would you recommend that one? Thank you, sir. The bracelet Nanuq linked to is good. Very gen-like. I had one but wouldn't fit my wrist. Sent from my LG-P999 using Tapatalk 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevedrk Posted October 28, 2013 Author Report Share Posted October 28, 2013 That is a very nice big crown and I like the 2842 in there- we haven't ever seen that one used in a rep that I can recall. Riyi002 has those rivet bracelets for a good price. I think he can even get the Rolex crown on the clasp for you if you ask. http://www.ebay.com/itm/20MM-SOLID-STAINLESS-STEEL-RIVET-OYSTER-BAND-BRACELET-FOR-ROLEX-MEN-WATCH-/350911669177?pt=US_Watch_Bands&hash=item51b3f723b9#ht_539wt_1160 I couldn't pass it up for the price. Runs great, non-hacking. I'd like to get a few more. I also purchased a NOS 2872 for a good price for my next project. Sent from my LG-P999 using Tapatalk 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aeromatic Posted October 29, 2013 Report Share Posted October 29, 2013 Fantastic build ! i used this case for my black bay homage ! one question your bassy bezel is the one that came with the henenarou case ? i thought it was solid stainless steel also the t-19 did it fit easily on the helen case i wanted to replace my sapphire crystal with t-19 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevedrk Posted October 29, 2013 Author Report Share Posted October 29, 2013 Fantastic build ! i used this case for my black bay homage ! one question your bassy bezel is the one that came with the henenarou case ? i thought it was solid stainless steel also the t-19 did it fit easily on the helen case i wanted to replace my sapphire crystal with t-19 Yes, that is the HR bezel. The t-19 has to be glued in as it is not as tight as the sapphire. Sent from my LG-P999 using Tapatalk 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aeromatic Posted October 29, 2013 Report Share Posted October 29, 2013 Yes, that is the HR bezel. The t-19 has to be glued in as it is not as tight as the sapphire. Sent from my LG-P999 using Tapatalk 2 Thanks stevedrk ! appreciated also your brevet crown is from helenarou ? he was not engraving cases when i ordered my HR case looks super !!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevedrk Posted October 30, 2013 Author Report Share Posted October 30, 2013 Thanks stevedrk ! appreciated also your brevet crown is from helenarou ? he was not engraving cases when i ordered my HR case looks super !!!! Yes, the crown is from HR. You have to ask for branded when you order. The engraving is extra, I think $10 or so. Sent from my LG-P999 using Tapatalk 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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