MadeOfCheese 0 Posted April 17, 2012 Looking for a little advice here chaps... Just bought a couple of cheap vintage russian watches on the bay with Molnija 3601 mvmts in them. They're pretty cool vintage pieces on their own to be honest, but I had an idea about turning one of the movements into a nice aged rolerai. Something with a 47mm radiomir case, aged dial (radiomir or rolex), plexi, and a glass caseback to see the nice movement. Trouble is, both these movements have russian engraving on them, so this will need to be ground down before the "Rolex" and other markings can be engraved onto it. http://www.ebay.co.u...#ht_4793wt_1141 http://www.ebay.co.u...8#ht_500wt_1044 So, 2 questions: 1) Is the removal and replacement of the engraving possible? 2) Can anyone recommend someone to do the work? Thanks in advance guys Cheese Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mazz 62 Posted April 17, 2012 i belive you can buy bridges that say rolex from nightwatch Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dingle 57 Posted April 17, 2012 i belive you can buy bridges that say rolex from nightwatch +1 .....and by the way, this will become an addiction that cost 3 times as much as the regular reps...... you will need: case--$40.00 - $1200.00....yes, I wrote $1200! brass ring movement holder--$25.00 modified stem -$25.00 dial--$100-$160.00 Hands--$25.00-$45.00 thick caseback--$50.00 - $75.00 Strap w/flat buckle--$85.00-$250.00 Plus whatever you paid for the movement...... There are some experts in this area found here: http://homageforum.com/ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
amuthon 0 Posted April 17, 2012 You should ask DSN for a molly movement with engraving, or even buy the whole watch from him. (280$) Gesendet von meinem GT-I9001 mit Tapatalk Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dingle 57 Posted April 17, 2012 You should ask DSN for a molly movement with engraving, or even buy the whole watch from him. (280$) Gesendet von meinem GT-I9001 mit Tapatalk +1 but there's no fun in that Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greg_r 81 Posted April 17, 2012 Note that the "Rolerai" should be in a 6154 case, not the stock vintage Radiomir case. I hope one day to get mine back from BL: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MadeOfCheese 0 Posted April 17, 2012 Thanks guys, just registered at homageforum. This is a lot to take in! I'm sure it will turn out to be yet another money pit, but I've realised thatI'm far more interested in the vintage look than the bright shiny new ones, and I think this is likely to become my new obsession! As for authenticity, I'm not that bothered really, just want something that looks and feels really nice and...right. In fact, the more I think about it the less I am concerned about the 'Rolex' engravings - I think a nice mish-mash could look really sweet and individual... Thanks for all the advice, keep it coming! Cheese Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dingle 57 Posted April 17, 2012 you are dooooooooooooooooooooomed Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MadeOfCheese 0 Posted April 17, 2012 Yeah, I'm starting to get that impression :o Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Member X 91 Posted April 17, 2012 I hope one day to get mine back from BL: Still no luck? I need to email him... In fact, the more I think about it the less I am concerned about the 'Rolex' engravings - I think a nice mish-mash could look really sweet and individual... Two words. Solid. Caseback. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dingle 57 Posted April 17, 2012 I hope one day to get mine back from BL: Still no luck? I need to email him... In fact, the more I think about it the less I am concerned about the 'Rolex' engravings - I think a nice mish-mash could look really sweet and individual... Two words. Solid. Caseback. one more word.... thick. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sconehead 5 Posted April 17, 2012 ...plus you need a Cortebert 616/620 to go (nearly) the whole hog... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Luthier 1 Posted April 17, 2012 Note that the "Rolerai" should be in a 6154 case, not the stock vintage Radiomir case. I hope one day to get mine back from BL: There will be the only ooonnneee!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Yes, $280 from David, shipped, and fuck the troubles! :P Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DFH 0 Posted April 17, 2012 You should ask DSN for a molly movement with engraving, or even buy the whole watch from him. (280$) Gesendet von meinem GT-I9001 mit Tapatalk +1 but there's no fun in that Oh yes there is!!! My DSN clean vintage is arriving tomorrow!!!! NO muss, no fuss!!! $300 with strap & GPF buckle - 1 week to build and ship Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MadeOfCheese 0 Posted April 17, 2012 Very nice! How do you order from DSN? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DFH 0 Posted April 17, 2012 If you contact DSN - just remember to be as clear and concise as possible - his English is not fantastic, and communications can be challenging at times. Keep it simple, and use his pictures from his own album on photobucket to show him what you want. Once you are both on the same page, he is lightning fast, and his EMS shipping is fast as well - got from HK to Miami in 3 1/2 days!!! Happy hunting! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MadeOfCheese 0 Posted April 17, 2012 Cool thanks for the tip. I work for a Japanese company so hopefully I've got the hang of that Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DFH 0 Posted April 17, 2012 Cool thanks for the tip. I work for a Japanese company so hopefully I've got the hang of that You should be more than ok, then! Here is the link to DSN's photoalbum - lots of great ideas and components there... http://s40.photobucket.com/profile/watchmmx password: mmx Cheers! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
