preacher62 Posted August 12, 2014 Report Posted August 12, 2014 I built these two DJs a couple of years ago. One is a 16013 in an engraved, gen 16013 case and the other is a 16014 in an engraved, gen 16014 case, both with gen linen dials and both have Swiss made, ETA 2836s on board. I was never really happy with them as they did not have proper DWOs. I contacted MMM to see what he had to offer and he furnished me with these two DWOs that are very near gen looking. One is white and the other champagne. They have open 6s and 9s and round topped 3s. The best part is that they are perfectly centered both horizontally and vertically on all dates. If you have built a 1601 or a 16000 with an ETA movement, you need to contact MyManMatt for one of these DWOs. I love the watches now and wear them everyday. "So many watches...so few wrists." (BTW the one on the left is not wound and set.)
panerai153 Posted August 13, 2014 Report Posted August 13, 2014 Matt is the man!! He is the best when it comes to Datejusts and DayDates.
Ezio Posted August 13, 2014 Report Posted August 13, 2014 I built these two DJs a couple of years ago. One is a 16013 in an engraved, gen 16013 case and the other is a 16014 in an engraved, gen 16014 case, both with gen linen dials and both have Swiss made, ETA 2836s on board. I was never really happy with them as they did not have proper DWOs. I contacted MMM to see what he had to offer and he furnished me with these two DWOs that are very near gen looking. One is white and the other champagne. They have open 6s and 9s and round topped 3s. The best part is that they are perfectly centered both horizontally and vertically on all dates. If you have built a 1601 or a 16000 with an ETA movement, you need to contact MyManMatt for one of these DWOs. I love the watches now and wear them everyday. "So many watches...so few wrists." (BTW the one on the left is not wound and set.) Looks good mate
alligoat Posted August 13, 2014 Report Posted August 13, 2014 I sent my DJ up to Matt for a movement swap- the asian eta had crapped out and he installed a swiss eta 2826-1- DW is perfectly centered and watch is running great. The case is one he sold me- it's holding up well and I have it on a $20 riyi002 GP bracelet. Should be easy to swap the bracelet when it shows signs of age.
GenTLe Posted August 13, 2014 Report Posted August 13, 2014 Great work! Matt, will you ever start to do some DJ/DD II ?
droptopman Posted August 13, 2014 Report Posted August 13, 2014 My two Franken Matt builds. I was never really a DD or DJ guy until I got one of Matt's pieces. Now looking at doing two more builds. All started when I saw a picture of pan153's Vintage DD Matt built. Matt is a great guy and best watch smith I have ever known.
irolexu Posted August 14, 2014 Report Posted August 14, 2014 If you ask Matt politely he can make you one kick ass sub to! 1
panerai153 Posted August 14, 2014 Report Posted August 14, 2014 Here is mine Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
droptopman Posted August 15, 2014 Report Posted August 15, 2014 Here is mine That is the one that started the the non sport watch madness for me...beautiful piece. We are looking at building a vintage tt DJ next and I cannot decide on whether to go vintage or modern on an all stainless silver dial DJ.
AKTime Posted August 15, 2014 Report Posted August 15, 2014 My chapter ring silver dial swiss engine in a 16010 gen case with all gen parts, minus tudor hands. added a white gold bezel
droptopman Posted August 15, 2014 Report Posted August 15, 2014 AK, very nice. That is what I am looking at silver stick marker dial with wg bezel in SS franken. Indecisive between modern or vintage.....I love parts of both models. Couple better close up pics:
samsnelling Posted August 16, 2014 Report Posted August 16, 2014 So beautiful!!! I love DJ's. If anyone doesn't mind, I've been following the work of mymanmatt for a while, and no one has ever said roughly what they paid or put into it. I'd love to hear what his work roughly costs!
panerai153 Posted August 16, 2014 Report Posted August 16, 2014 These are all beautiful examples of non sport watches. There are times when a dive watch just won't do, and these really fill the bill. I don't wear my Day date very often, but when the situation calls for a little "dressier"watch, it's the one I turn to.
droptopman Posted August 16, 2014 Report Posted August 16, 2014 Sam, pm Matt. It is hard to give you a number as each build is its own and cost depends on parts selected. Matt is great to work with.
Daryl80 Posted August 24, 2014 Report Posted August 24, 2014 Hi guys, What's the best way to get hold of MMM? I've shot him a few a PMs a while ago, but unfortunately never heard back. Is there an email or something I can reach him. I'm keen for him to build a DD with the glacier blue dial with Roman numerals. Such a beauty that one. Thanks! Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk
Mendota Explorer Posted August 26, 2014 Report Posted August 26, 2014 (edited) Another Yes! Gorgeous rhodium dial with roman numerals. This is my absolute favorite DJ iteration. Please share more about this build. Edited August 26, 2014 by Mendota Explorer
msm1 Posted August 26, 2014 Report Posted August 26, 2014 Matt is the man, I love DDs UK mods/servicing/repairs email: info@saving-time.co.uk twitter: @savingtimeQC
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