droptopman Posted July 21, 2014 Report Share Posted July 21, 2014 This is jmb's budget experiment watch I bought a couple of weeks ago. I polished the case, crown , bezel and crystal then taped her off and brushed the lugs. I like vintage pieces to look restored. Had a nice Donerix croc strap with gen buckle in the parts box, so put that on her. I love the simplicity of the 1016 but was not sure at 6'3" I could work the smaller size. This was an inexpensive way to try out a vintage Explorer. I must say I wore this all day Saturday to the gym in the morning then out to play golf in the afternoon then straight to dinner. The smaller size works great for a sports watch. She is really growing on me. Pretty nice looking piece for $225 with the strap cost included. Hard to beat for the cost. Now that I know I like it on the wrist need to find some gen goodies for her. Jmb does a wonderful job on these. I think the finish work turned out great. Some pics: Sent from my droptop using telepathy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blue. Posted July 21, 2014 Report Share Posted July 21, 2014 The tiny bits of polish (engravings removed) are really improving the Explorer! JMB´s Explorers are quite well done! As you are wearing the Explorer on a leather strap I suggest that you do some proper case engravings one day, should you look for any ideas to improve the package. Wear it well and have fun with it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
droptopman Posted July 21, 2014 Author Report Share Posted July 21, 2014 Yes on strap for now. Sourcing a bracelet. Yes if I go full Franken will look at engravings. Sent from my droptop using telepathy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmb Posted July 22, 2014 Report Share Posted July 22, 2014 I have ordered a 4 axis breakout board for my engraver controller and I'm going to try to build a rotary 4th axis. If successful I may be able to do serial numbers and stuff. This is a few months down the road, though... Looking good on the watch! Hope this reply doesn't blow up the forum like the last one did! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blue. Posted July 22, 2014 Report Share Posted July 22, 2014 Good news, J! Good to hear that you keep improving tools and equipment for excellent builds! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HaydenM Posted July 22, 2014 Report Share Posted July 22, 2014 Gorgeous watch, I need to get myself one of these Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobandshawn Posted July 22, 2014 Report Share Posted July 22, 2014 Blue - timely post, can you recommend someone who currently does case engraving? I purchased a Helenarou 6538 but found that it is not engraved between the lugs... Best, Bob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blue. Posted July 22, 2014 Report Share Posted July 22, 2014 Blue - timely post, can you recommend someone who currently does case engraving? I purchased a Helenarou 6538 but found that it is not engraved between the lugs... Best, Bob I will sum up some info in a PM for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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