toehh 0 Posted February 10, 2012 (edited) On what watch and with which mod did you start back in the days? Did you guys buy a cheapie to practice with or start with the real deal? For instance I would like to waterproof my watch but I am kinda scared that I will f*ck up my watch. Edited February 10, 2012 by toehh Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
opus9 0 Posted February 10, 2012 well what ever you do...make sure its some old crappy watch you would bin first to practice on...!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
toehh 0 Posted February 10, 2012 Problem is.. I don't have any. I would have to buy a cheapy sub or something I think Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
James. 4 Posted February 10, 2012 Im thinking the same, awaiting sme lume powder and assortment of tools from the bay. Im hitting up silix on his specials page, a few subs at $30 to prac on Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
opus9 0 Posted February 10, 2012 go on ebay buy a cheap watch etc and start that way... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
toehh 0 Posted February 10, 2012 Anybody got recomendations for a nice cheap watch to start on? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
James. 4 Posted February 10, 2012 Anybody got recomendations for a nice cheap watch to start on? Go on silix on of the TDs he has subs for $30, 21j auto, that's what im waiting on so I don't fuck up something expensive Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
toehh 0 Posted February 10, 2012 Anybody got recomendations for a nice cheap watch to start on? Go on silix on of the TDs he has subs for $30, 21j auto, that's what im waiting on so I don't fuck up something expensive Do you happen to know how much silix charges for shipping? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
James. 4 Posted February 10, 2012 $16 for me to australia for 3 watches. Cost 100 all up for 2 subs and a sea master. He has a shipping calculator on his che out page so you can figure out the exact amount. I've ordered from him before, cheap, good quality for the price and quick shipping Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KeNnY 29 Posted February 10, 2012 My first watch was Rolfs DSSD for 60€. but before that I has some watches from Ebay, what I tried to repair or just mess with it... Just play with something that you will not be angry or sad that you fucked up Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
opus9 0 Posted February 10, 2012 yeah cheapo silix watches are good to play..and the ideal types PO,subs etc Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KeNnY 29 Posted February 10, 2012 yeah cheapo silix watches are good to play..and the ideal types PO,subs etc +1 ! And great for first custom projects... the best way is, you at the beginning scratch something or damage something, you will find some spare part and create some custom watch monster Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greg_r 83 Posted February 10, 2012 I always practice on a monkey. Anyhow, Sconey seems to enjoy it... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dr Yan 8 Posted February 10, 2012 Good Jesus !!! Now thats animal cruelty Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
James. 4 Posted February 10, 2012 I thought the "show yourself" thread died a few weeks ago? ;-) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
powderfreak 0 Posted February 10, 2012 @ Greg: Have some decency! That colour combo is awful.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greg_r 83 Posted February 10, 2012 @ Greg: Have some decency! That colour combo is awful.... Kink's cast-offs I'm afraid... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mazz 62 Posted February 10, 2012 I always practice on a monkey. Anyhow, Sconey seems to enjoy it... That almost qualifies for the museum Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KeNnY 29 Posted February 10, 2012 I always practice on a monkey. Anyhow, Sconey seems to enjoy it... NO watch ?????? tsk, tsk.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WebWind 1 Posted February 10, 2012 I always practice on a monkey. Anyhow, Sconey seems to enjoy it... Sleeves are too long. I can´t see watch. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
toehh 0 Posted February 10, 2012 Could you also practice on this kinda SHIT? http://www.ebay.com/itm/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=140698111925 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
James. 4 Posted February 10, 2012 You might catch something. SWtd. Shite watch transmitted disease Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
frimble 0 Posted February 10, 2012 Eeeek! That's one NASTY watch toehh! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greg_r 83 Posted February 10, 2012 Could you also practice on this kinda SHIT? http://www.ebay.com/...em=140698111925 Serious reply for once... It depends on what you're wanting to practice. If it's just disassembling a movement from the case, etc, then it'll do. If you're wanting to learn how to work on movements, it might suffice as well, although you're probably better to start working on something a little bit larger and easier to work on - the 6497 is often considered an ideal movement for the inexperienced... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Odyseus 1 Posted February 10, 2012 Or you could get a cheapie off Mary and she might be able to supply you an extra dial and hands. Or Get a pilot/PAM type military watch, spare dial and spare hands off the Jackson Tse website Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
