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24 September 2020, 11:59 PM | #271 |
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Fantastic. Still leaves remnants of its past life which would be important in a piece that's been handed down.
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25 September 2020, 12:06 AM | #272 |
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Thats right mate, I'm not even getting it polished. It will be so close to its previous state my step father probably wouldnt notice the difference...and that was my intention all along
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25 September 2020, 12:17 AM | #273 | |
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I think what you did is perfect. Youll always remember what it went through when you look at the dial. Yes ideally we all want things to be original and untouched but in your case the sentimental value is priceless. Congrats on the dial, I think it looks great! I cant wait to see the finished result. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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25 September 2020, 12:42 AM | #274 |
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I think the subtle remains of the former thrashing is totally the right decision in this case. Maybe if you were selling it, you could have redone it completely. But this keeps the history in tact, while still looking very handsome. Well done.
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25 September 2020, 03:01 AM | #276 |
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I look forwards to seeing the final product. This is a nice thread to follow through.
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25 September 2020, 03:45 AM | #277 |
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Wow! It does look much better in your pictures. I didn't want to say anything when you showed Michael Young's photos. I like that the lettering wasn't messed with. It's vintage and lived a rough life as intended. It keeps that history.
But what a relief to see that dial! I think it looks wonderful and your watch is going to look amazing.
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Cheers Styles! Thanks!
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Nothing more nothing less, I am just getting this back to a stable wearable state and I will then do exactly that, wear the heck out of it. |
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So we get the dial and hands, but what about the case, movement and bracelet? Any update on those items?
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The bracelet is a work in progress too, I now have all of the links thanks to Filipćo (). So I will be posting all those bag of bits off to HK in a few weeks. The watch itself should be hopefully complete in the next month or so. |
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25 September 2020, 08:37 PM | #285 |
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Cool, got it
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Congrats on the progress!! Cant wait to see the final product!!
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26 September 2020, 04:00 AM | #288 |
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Just found this thread today - looking forward to joining the journey.
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26 September 2020, 04:39 AM | #289 |
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What an exciting journey. So glad you sharing with us. Cant wait to see it. And really appreciate your humor and good spirits. This is a great place and awesome thread!
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26 September 2020, 06:28 PM | #290 |
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Thank you all! I am glad you are getting the same pleasure and enjoyment out of my journey as I am. I have learnt so much the past six months. Hopefully we all have only a month or so to go until the grand reveal!
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27 September 2020, 03:25 AM | #291 |
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Woah. What an extremely pleaseant thread to follow.
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Loving this thread mate. Thanks for allowing us to share the journey with you. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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27 September 2020, 05:07 AM | #293 |
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Where do I start..and how did I miss this thread. One of the best "Reads' in a long time...and it took a while from page 1.
. Narembeen's Fantastic 'Journey' of his 5513 has kept us all enthralled from the start and so glad that you, Narembeen, took the route you did to restore this 'legendary' heirloom. A lot of time, effort and resources from many have contributed to bringing this project to fruition so that you could carry on the tradition. . Kudos to you and your persistence. Well worth it.
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28 September 2020, 06:43 AM | #295 |
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The watch will give a better look if its well fixed and will definitely be of a better value .
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28 September 2020, 10:08 AM | #296 |
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28 September 2020, 10:11 AM | #297 |
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My watch maker now has all of the parts together in the one place for finally assembly/service. The movement is coming along nicely apparently. I just have a feeling it will be ready within the next few weeks!!!
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28 September 2020, 10:26 AM | #298 |
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28 September 2020, 10:36 AM | #299 |
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28 September 2020, 01:23 PM | #300 |
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Absolutely epic thread. Ive subscribed to updates. As a relatively new forum member this is the best thing Ive seen on here by far!
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