508-Fanatic Posted December 31, 2014 Report Posted December 31, 2014 Hello all! So very excited to be on my way to being a full-fledged member of the community by doing my first 5513 build. This is my first "franken" and first build, so I've taken some time to source the parts, talked to a LOT of members (thank you all) and hopefully sourced the right parts. I had a local member "TheMillerDave" help me with many things, including the movement and case, he's a terrific guy and a great resource. Many other members helped me source gen parts too, including Whoopy, Jerkstore, Cubeians, and I'm probably leaving someone out. What I've got here is Yuki (baked) 5513 2 liner underline, gilt with hands MillerDave PCG case and case-back. Probably will try to source gen case & back still from another friend genuine insert and bezel components genuine 1520 movement genuine twinlock 700 crown, rep tube rep plastic dome crystal, one period correct, one 1665 in case I like it better "BK" Rolex 78790 Bracelet, Clasp code AB9 until correct gen bracelet sourced genuine 2mm fat spring-bars I've found holding my loop up to the iPhone and taking pictures results in pretty good macro shots. I feel a little gilty about spending all this money, but hey, it's a hobby Be kind, it's my first try! More shots and macro-shots to come as build progresses but here's a few just to get us started 2
cc33 Posted December 31, 2014 Report Posted December 31, 2014 Dial looks great, this will be an epic build, will keep an eye out for your completed watch pics!! 1
droptopman Posted December 31, 2014 Report Posted December 31, 2014 Man you do not play around. Great choice on the year Awesome parts selection. She is going to be a beauty. Where in the **** did you find that 700 crown. Looking forward to seeing this one completed. 3
mjmj Posted December 31, 2014 Report Posted December 31, 2014 Very nice parts you have. Looking forward to seeing then put together.
508-Fanatic Posted December 31, 2014 Author Report Posted December 31, 2014 Man you do not play around. Great choice on the year Awesome parts selection. She is going to be a beauty. Where in the **** did you find that 700 crown. Looking forward to seeing this one completed. Watch dealer on eBay willing to make a deal!
Themillerdave Posted December 31, 2014 Report Posted December 31, 2014 Thanks for the kind words brother, I'm a little embarassed by them, but yes: thanks. For someone who doesn't cook, you bake a hell of a dial ... Can't wait to see how the rest of the build comes together.
Champagnesky Posted January 1, 2015 Report Posted January 1, 2015 Nice dial! How much did u pay for the movement? Skickat från min iPhone med Tapatalk
508-Fanatic Posted January 1, 2015 Author Report Posted January 1, 2015 It was included in a package price, roughly $1k but it needs a bit of help. Master watchmaker doing rebuild for me.
508-Fanatic Posted January 22, 2015 Author Report Posted January 22, 2015 Hey all - here is the case - pictures from NeckyZips who did the engraving between lugs. I'll take more high-res ones of the case all around once I have it back and it's going together.
Champagnesky Posted January 22, 2015 Report Posted January 22, 2015 Hey all - here is the case - pictures from NeckyZips who did the engraving between lugs. I'll take more high-res ones of the case all around once I have it back and it's going together.looks great, is he EU based?
508-Fanatic Posted January 22, 2015 Author Report Posted January 22, 2015 looks great, is he EU based? No he's here in the states
Champagnesky Posted January 22, 2015 Report Posted January 22, 2015 No he's here in the statesdamn, we need an engraver in eu
Kime Posted January 25, 2015 Report Posted January 25, 2015 Very nice dial, can I ask about exactly how you baked it? Temp/time etc as this always scares the life out of me :-)
508-Fanatic Posted January 26, 2015 Author Report Posted January 26, 2015 Very nice dial, can I ask about exactly how you baked it? Temp/time etc as this always scares the life out of me :-) I put it in my Breville smart oven for like 20 minutes at 425 degrees. Came out not half bad, nice little aging/patina due to it. Tempted to try baking the insert, then repainting the back of the insert, but I might try other aging techniques as well including high-intensity UV lamp.
mmonesix Posted January 27, 2015 Report Posted January 27, 2015 Oh put it together already!! Very nice lot there
508-Fanatic Posted January 31, 2015 Author Report Posted January 31, 2015 Oh put it together already!! Very nice lot there It's coming soon! Don't worry
Beachcomber Posted January 31, 2015 Report Posted January 31, 2015 Oh put it together already!! Very nice lot there+1 Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
dutchguy2 Posted January 31, 2015 Report Posted January 31, 2015 Great ingredients to cook with. Let us see the end result! Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk HD
508-Fanatic Posted January 31, 2015 Author Report Posted January 31, 2015 Guys you may be wondering where the watch is... I just can't do it, I can't bring myself to build a fake watch. I don't want to be a fake person. I've decided to take the nobler route, and collect Casio's. Here's my first one in KingFrog Green 1
mmonesix Posted January 31, 2015 Report Posted January 31, 2015 Guys you may be wondering where the watch is... I just can't do it, I can't bring myself to build a fake watch. I don't want to be a fake person. I've decided to take the nobler route, and collect Casio's. Here's my first one in KingFrog Green Real men, unite! I see your Frog, and I raise you a DW6900: 1
username here Posted February 1, 2015 Report Posted February 1, 2015 I applaud your stance and I'll take all of the parts off your hands.
508-Fanatic Posted February 2, 2015 Author Report Posted February 2, 2015 I applaud your stance and I'll take all of the parts off your hands. Haha, I'm just messing about. Watch will be done soon
username here Posted February 8, 2015 Report Posted February 8, 2015 :-! I've got a few of these. it's so much fun to wear.
508-Fanatic Posted February 11, 2015 Author Report Posted February 11, 2015 So close I can taste it!! The watch has been running within 3 seconds on the bench... had to replace some parts, all replaced with genuine Rolex parts. I should have it tomorrow! Soooo excited!!!
lhooq Posted February 11, 2015 Report Posted February 11, 2015 Aaarggh!!! That looks fantastic, but dial in the focus on your camera!
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