RWG Technical Posted February 28, 2008 Report Share Posted February 28, 2008 This is the first Aquatimer I have done the lume on. I have done a number of Cousteau models, this one is slightly different, but the same overall. I have been trying to improve my lume application on the bezel, as well as improve on the Gloss finish so it looks nicer. Getting better, not perfect by any means, but practice does allow one to learn and improve. I hope you like the results. First up, new ETA 7750 install...as I went to install the hands, I noted that the 30 minute counter post was broken off, so I had to replace the 30 minute gear, not a big deal and not unusual for used movements to have defects. Now on to the lume shots, since you can't see the movement once the case is closed up anyway... I am not big on Glow shots, as they can be deceiving. This is a 1 second shot in daylight, the lume is C1 so your not going to get the same glow as you do with C3 which is the brightest. But it looks good. Only thing missing is the Chieftang AR coated crystal, but in reality it's not going to look much different than it does now, given that the new AR makes the crystal invisible. Thanks for looking. RG Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smittyscook Posted February 28, 2008 Report Share Posted February 28, 2008 That looks so amazing and professional! Well done. And congratulations to the new owner. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toadtorrent Posted February 28, 2008 Report Share Posted February 28, 2008 That looks awesome. I do love your Cousteau lume work Rob...smokin'. I'm awaiting my 2006 Cousteau from Jay and saving up my pennies to have you do your magic. I picked the 2006 purely for the potential for a Ziggification vs. the 2007 model. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
b16a2 Posted February 28, 2008 Report Share Posted February 28, 2008 Nice work The Zigmeister Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yellomen Posted February 28, 2008 Report Share Posted February 28, 2008 Most impressive Rob This is the best one i've seen untill now... it's smooth and even, lume is nice and strong! What a great job. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dizzy Posted February 28, 2008 Report Share Posted February 28, 2008 Im not a big fan of this watch but the dial and bezel sure do look cool. Its absolutely amazing how you make the lume look perfect on these bezels. Even in the closeups... its perfect. Great work! dizz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dluddy Posted February 28, 2008 Report Share Posted February 28, 2008 Me likes Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UB7 Posted February 28, 2008 Report Share Posted February 28, 2008 WOW, you are truley an artist! Looks great Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Antonio_Montana Posted February 28, 2008 Report Share Posted February 28, 2008 Looks good! Nice work The Zigmeister! Hope puretime will be back soon to reship my by cutoms taken Slevin... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anton Posted February 28, 2008 Report Share Posted February 28, 2008 It is simply beautiful, The Zigmeister. I plan on doing the same thing to my Slevin (my lume kit just came in...), but was perplexed as to where I should apply the lume. You post answered all my questions...thanks! Tell me, what kind of tool did you use to apply the lume? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dario33 Posted February 28, 2008 Report Share Posted February 28, 2008 Beautiful work The Zigmeister! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RWG Technical Posted February 28, 2008 Author Report Share Posted February 28, 2008 Tell me, what kind of tool did you use to apply the lume? I use a metal watch oiler, the red coloured one, you can't paint it on, it's like trying to paint snot, you have to apply it one drop at a time. Total time for only luming the bezel, including the small numerals - 1.5 hours. Total time I reduce my lifetime due to the stress of luming these bezels - 1 month. @ dluddy Thought you would like the results. Thanks for the kind words. RG Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vlydog Posted February 28, 2008 Report Share Posted February 28, 2008 exquisite! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ravishingrick Posted February 28, 2008 Report Share Posted February 28, 2008 Amazing job! Congradulations to the lucky owner... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raijor Posted February 28, 2008 Report Share Posted February 28, 2008 Excellent lume application Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TK471 Posted February 28, 2008 Report Share Posted February 28, 2008 Oh, Lordy. Now April can't get here fast enough! Great job, Zig. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lanikai Posted February 28, 2008 Report Share Posted February 28, 2008 NO DOUBT.... my Slevin is going on a trip soon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capice Posted February 28, 2008 Report Share Posted February 28, 2008 amazing lume on this beautie Rob, respect for your work Hope you don't have to do alot of these... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FasTTaP Posted February 28, 2008 Report Share Posted February 28, 2008 Wow... it really makes a big difference... BTW, when are you coming to Paris The Zigmeister ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eunomians Posted February 28, 2008 Report Share Posted February 28, 2008 Incredible, The Zigmeister! Really incredible! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaggi Posted February 28, 2008 Report Share Posted February 28, 2008 Simply, Exceptional work. I'm sure the owner would wear this one very proudly. I'll be sending my Slevin with Yellow accent that I asked you a while back and hope you can do something with it as well while serviceing at the same time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pafre Posted February 28, 2008 Report Share Posted February 28, 2008 Very good looking. As soon as I can get an ETA 7750 and an appointment with you, mine is going to get the same treatment. I can't wait Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pugwash Posted February 28, 2008 Report Share Posted February 28, 2008 Very nice work, as usual. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rower Posted February 28, 2008 Report Share Posted February 28, 2008 The Zigmeister- I have gens that don't look this good. It's kind of like watching pro sports...from my couch it looks easy...when I try it I realize how hard it really is. It is not fair that you have been blessed with two gifts! You are the best master watchmaker around and you also have the artisans gift of being able to do incredible lume work. Great Job. I am jealous of every watch and dial I see you work on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toadtorrent Posted February 29, 2008 Report Share Posted February 29, 2008 I just came back from the AD and tried on the gen Slevin after checking out these mods, and I have to say, Rob's work is honestly better than what I saw on the gen. The gen lume on the stick markers was not applied as tightly/neatly within the lines as what Rob is doing...amazing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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