BM284 1,505 Posted May 9, 2016 Hello all, Right then - an update on the lovely snowflake that I purchased from mstan in m2m not too long ago. Mstan and Frazzle have both given great advice and helped get me in contact with the right people to be able to tweak this great watch! First up Frazzle put me in contact with jmb (next door at RWI) for the case back engraving - it started out as this.... And currently on its way back is this.... The hands and face were removed .... And a vintage re-lume applied (big_dazza RWI ..thanks Frazzle) to look like this.. And to give myself some choice I picked up a lovely TC clasp from Robroy to replace the current one that came on the oyster bracelet and I picked up a fantastic rivet bracelet with Rolex clasp from Irate03... All the parts are booked in with Rolie for the start of next month (gives the caseback a chance to get here) for re-assembly and some Rolie magic! Can't wait!! So big thanks for the help so far and I'll be posting the finished watch when it's back in my possession!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chiruku 25 Posted May 9, 2016 Man, thats going to look amazing when completed! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andylaw1919 386 Posted May 9, 2016 (edited) Can't wait to see the finished product! Edited May 9, 2016 by Andylaw1919 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BM284 1,505 Posted May 9, 2016 Man, thats going to look amazing when completed! Cheers mate - Im really looking forward to wearing the finished watch ... I find the waiting game so bloody hard!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Abe Fromen 1,618 Posted May 9, 2016 Very nice! Can't wait to see the pix of it completed. Mine says hi! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BM284 1,505 Posted May 9, 2016 Very nice! Can't wait to see the pix of it completed. Mine says hi! That's a good looking snowflake Abe - as soon as its done it will be posted! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Abe Fromen 1,618 Posted May 9, 2016 Thanks. I went for the recently serviced, NOS look. Gotta say having the case drilled, and fully engraved makes a world of difference. So does having a low-beat Swiss ETA inside. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mstan 2,146 Posted May 9, 2016 Looks good mate. Pleased it's finally got the mods it deserves. Can't wait to see it finished. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BM284 1,505 Posted May 9, 2016 Looks good mate. Pleased it's finally got the mods it deserves. Can't wait to see it finished. Cheers mate - I've changed the bezel to one of the bluer ones that came with it - I thought waiting for my TC sub was hard...this is torturous! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
J!m 289 Posted May 11, 2016 Op- your watch is looking great! The crown guards need some love however. If you are inclined to work them, I can send pics of my gen and give some guidance on shaping them. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BM284 1,505 Posted May 11, 2016 Op- your watch is looking great! The crown guards need some love however. If you are inclined to work them, I can send pics of my gen and give some guidance on shaping them. Thanks mate - I've pm'd you for some input Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BM284 1,505 Posted June 7, 2016 So the day has arrived ....it's back from its travels (had to pay my thanks in feedback first to Rolie - what a top guy) straight from the postman.... Then mounted on the rivet bracelet ... And finally a wristy .... Quick disclaimer - I lack the photographic skills of Gazzler - the watch looks so much better in reality!! Big thanks to all involved with helping me along with this little project - in the end I didn't work the crown guards, I did think on it for a while, but didnt fancy it (just in case I totally messed it up). End result -- I'm totally chuffed!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
simey83 1,829 Posted June 7, 2016 Lovely mate! Well done. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BM284 1,505 Posted June 7, 2016 Lovely mate! Well done. Thanks mate Here's a lume shot to finish off with... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Abe Fromen 1,618 Posted June 7, 2016 Very nice! Well done and enjoy!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BM284 1,505 Posted June 7, 2016 Thanks for the comments - it's been a great journey to get this point - and to me highlights what a fantastic community there is here - thank you RWG! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Frazzle 5 Posted June 7, 2016 I'm glad you followed through with the tweaks on this already great watch from MStan. Looks like we've both now got fully tweaked watches sourced from MStan's member to member sales! Enjoy it buddy this is a great snowflake! The Caseback looks great and really adds to the authenticity of this build, the rivet bracelet and 580 end links add the right attention to detail and the subtle relume applied by Big Daz looks great! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BM284 1,505 Posted June 7, 2016 I'm glad you followed through with the tweaks on this already great watch from MStan. Looks like we've both now got fully tweaked watches sourced from MStan's member to member sales! Enjoy it buddy this is a great snowflake! The Caseback looks great and really adds to the authenticity of this build, the rivet bracelet and 580 end links add the right attention to detail and the subtle relume applied by Big Daz looks great! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Cheers Frazzle - big thanks to you too for answering all my pm's and putting me in the right direction with the guys next door at RWI. I don't think this is coming off my wrist for quite a while!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DR3M3L 4 Posted June 7, 2016 Came in trough the other thread, I love it! Great build. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sogeha 6 Posted June 7, 2016 Lots to like about this, but for me the biggest improvement was the lume job, it really makes the watch. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rolex321 0 Posted June 19, 2016 Stunning. Could you tell me who engraved the caseback? Got a 5517 that needs engraving. Thanks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BM284 1,505 Posted June 19, 2016 Stunning. Could you tell me who engraved the caseback? Got a 5517 that needs engraving. Thanks. It was a guy next door at RWI called jmb - he's based in Texas, but well worth the effort imo Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rolex321 0 Posted June 19, 2016 Ah that's a shame was hoping it was someone in Europe. He's done a fantastic job on that caseback Share this post Link to post Share on other sites