billywhiz 312 Posted July 16, 2020 Finally - Sorted Managed to bag this 3646 Deco with modded 618 type 1 style mvt. Dial is crazy. Wired lugs so fancied getting a nice custom ammo for it. Stepping up was @JohnG Nero straps, few emails and he was kind enough to custom make one to my length with just the ends needing finishing. He also supplied me with extra thread, glue needed and a couple of extra keepers I requested. What a guy : ) A special occasion watch now, I'll let pics do the talking. Thx for looking. 6 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Simonix 8,660 Posted July 16, 2020 Beautiful combo mate. Was looking at this watch only last week on DSN's website. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
billywhiz 312 Posted July 16, 2020 7 minutes ago, Simonix said: Beautiful combo mate. Was looking at this watch only last week on DSN's website. He knows his onions for sure. Mvt clinched it for me as he's the only modder doing these as far as I'm aware. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
J.Eric 693 Posted July 16, 2020 Stunning . Congrats 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GingerApple 7,285 Posted July 16, 2020 That's awesome. Why have the strap unfinished though? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GC 4,485 Posted July 16, 2020 I am no fan of Panerai... but this is a real looker. congrats on a stunning timepiece and a superb strap to match 7 minutes ago, TheGingerFerret said: That's awesome. Why have the strap unfinished though? The lugs are welded Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GingerApple 7,285 Posted July 16, 2020 7 minutes ago, GC said: The lugs are welded Ahhhhhhhhh. So it had to be stitched on? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GC 4,485 Posted July 16, 2020 12 minutes ago, TheGingerFerret said: Ahhhhhhhhh. So it had to be stitched on? Elementary my dear Ginger 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GingerApple 7,285 Posted July 17, 2020 4 minutes ago, GC said: Elementary my dear Ginger Hey, I'm working with limited brain cells here! Ta Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GC 4,485 Posted July 17, 2020 3 minutes ago, TheGingerFerret said: Hey, I'm working with limited brain cells here! Ta I quit smoking and I apologize for coming off condescending. Luv ya Ginger 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FunnyStarSystem 7,538 Posted July 17, 2020 Wow, really stunning, especially that strap, a true work of art. What is this "DSN's website" if I may, I assume a modder from another forum? May we get a linky link please? Also, since GC may have confused our Ginger above with his thoughtful sentiment, let me right the wrong. It's a fixed lug you feckless numpty! I know I feel better now. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Psssniper 84 Posted July 17, 2020 Beautiful stuff man. I'll have to look into custom straps for some of my Panerai, it really sets it off. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BadApple 13,081 Posted July 17, 2020 All PAMs need a Nero 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jibuti 958 Posted July 17, 2020 6 hours ago, TheGingerFerret said: That's awesome. Why have the strap unfinished though? fuckin noob.... blind noob... 5 hours ago, TheGingerFerret said: Hey, I'm working with one brain cell here! Ta fixed 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GingerApple 7,285 Posted July 17, 2020 What a kerfuffle though! I think I'd prefer to send the watch to JohnG and let him fix it in place cos I imagine I'd fuck up the stitching and end up with something that looks like Frankenstein's monster. My brain cell still isn't working too well though. I can see (in hindsight) the short strap needs obvious stitching, but the long side seems complete already before it's put on the watch. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
billywhiz 312 Posted July 17, 2020 1 hour ago, TheGingerFerret said: What a kerfuffle though! I think I'd prefer to send the watch to JohnG and let him fix it in place cos I imagine I'd fuck up the stitching and end up with something that looks like Frankenstein's monster. My brain cell still isn't working too well though. I can see (in hindsight) the short strap needs obvious stitching, but the long side seems complete already before it's put on the watch. Both sides needed finishing ( Glue & stitch ) but I'm quite happy to do stuff like that as I've got the tools/needles etc. 10mins saddle stitch and it was done. JohnG had already made the punch holes so a dab with an awl and it was ready to go. : ) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GingerApple 7,285 Posted July 17, 2020 2 hours ago, billywhiz said: Both sides needed finishing ( Glue & stitch ) but I'm quite happy to do stuff like that as I've got the tools/needles etc. 10mins saddle stitch and it was done. JohnG had already made the punch holes so a dab with an awl and it was ready to go. : ) I understood at least half of those words 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alhig72 3,016 Posted July 17, 2020 Looks great mate, nice strap tooSent from my LYA-L09 using Tapatalk 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
