Alright, so I got this idea to remake a Patek Philippe Nautilus 5713/1G-010. You know, the one with the white gold and the blue dial? It’s a real looker. I’ve always been into watches, and this one’s a classic. So, I thought, why not try to make my own version?
First off, I started by gathering some info. I looked up the specs of the original watch. It’s got a 40mm white gold case, which is pretty standard for a luxury sports watch. The blue dial is what really makes it pop, though. And it’s got a date function, which is handy.
Then, I started thinking about materials. Obviously, I’m not using real white gold here. That’s way out of my budget. But I found some decent stainless steel that I think will work just fine. It’s not the same, but it’ll give it that shiny, premium look.
Finding the Right Dial
- Spent hours looking for a dial that’s close to the original.
- Found a few that were okay, but not quite right.
- Finally, I stumbled upon one that’s almost a perfect match. It’s got that same deep blue color.
Next up, the movement. I’m not a watchmaker, so I’m not building a movement from scratch. I picked up a reliable automatic movement from a local watch parts store. It’s not a Patek Philippe movement, but it’ll do the job. Plus, it’s got a date function, just like the real deal.
Putting It All Together
This was the tricky part. I had to get the case machined to fit the movement and the dial. I found a local machinist who was willing to take on the project. It took a few tries, but we finally got it right.
Assembling the watch was a delicate process. I had to be really careful not to scratch anything or mess up the movement. But after a few hours of careful work, it was finally done.
The Final Result
Honestly, it turned out way better than I expected. It’s not a perfect replica, of course. But it’s got that same vibe as the original Nautilus 5713. The stainless steel case looks great, and the blue dial really shines. And the automatic movement is keeping good time.
It was a fun project, and I learned a lot about watches along the way. It’s not something I’d do every day, but it was definitely worth the effort. Now I’ve got a unique timepiece that I can be proud of, and it didn’t cost me an arm and a leg. Plus, I can say I made it myself, which is pretty cool. Not bad for a DIY project, right?
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