BigCrown Posted March 30, 2009 Report Posted March 30, 2009 I have been more than happy with my latest project: -OEM case -Swiss 6497 serviced -FGD Dial -DSN hands I have been really impressed with the FGD Logo dials (HUGE THANKS TO SMILEY AND DANI FOR THE DIALS). I really like the thick numbers...a little thicker than the genuine...but it is perfect for me. The delicate printing blows away the DSN version. The base material has a wonderful finish that shines with an iridescence -- almost like an anthracite dial. I am not sure if this one was an experimental version or not, but it is truly unique. The OEM case is from a C series Panerai watch. The crystal is different than any i have seen because it has a very light Yellow AR (single). All I need now is some direction for someone who can fill the indeces with the Tritium I have been saving for this project.... The Zigmeister, if you are reading this, I would love to hire you for your services to finish this piece. Please let me know if you have someone you can refer me to if The Zigmeister it booked. Thank you in advance!
StormTooper4 Posted March 30, 2009 Report Posted March 30, 2009 Sweet and I'm feeling that Nato , good call ST4
VDBroucke Posted March 30, 2009 Report Posted March 30, 2009 nice project cool parts box looks different from gen but a high place for the watch
fishgodeep Posted March 30, 2009 Report Posted March 30, 2009 Really fantastic that crystal makes the dial look fantastic Drop me a mail and I'll reply tomorrow as I have something to help You take this superb project toward Thanks for sharing FGD
turboGUATE Posted March 30, 2009 Report Posted March 30, 2009 Really nice looking project. I'd just add a gen Pre-V strap and buckle and you have a wonderful piece. Cheers!
Thellmann1 Posted March 31, 2009 Report Posted March 31, 2009 Looks amazing!!! Where did you get an OEM case from?
Pre V Posted March 31, 2009 Report Posted March 31, 2009 BigCrown: Amazing piece and project. One thing about the 5218-201/A, the crown is supposed to be a brushed instead of a polished crown. Love the FGD dial! In fact, my Pre-A 002 is in the opposite situation from yours, I have got a Brushed Crown instead of a historically correct Polished. Well, it's always a search in progress towards perfection!
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