Lapping machine - case example pics on page 3

[Omegary]

Sorry Bernard, just seen your post and replied via PM.

Cheers,
Gary

[Bernard]

Sorry Bernard, just seen your post and replied via PM.

Cheers,
Gary

Thanks! I have to admit: didn't check this thread for some time ;-)

[Philip]

Some really impressive results - is there ever a problem with the newly-added metal having a different colour or finish, given the variety of different case alloys?

[Omegary]

Some really impressive results - is there ever a problem with the newly-added metal having a different colour or finish, given the variety of different case alloys?

I know 904L grade steel wire has been used on all the examples to date, so there's no colour difference between it and regular 316L steel as used in most cases. I'd assume that laser filling a titanium case would require a titanium wire to get a good colour match but that's really just a guess. I can find out for certain if you're interested, just let me know.

Cheers,
Gary

[MattG]

This is amazing, so cool to see these watches brought back to their original condition. And great photos!

[ed335d]

My MKII Speedy is with Rocco at the moment.

If pictures are taken, please feel free to post them here!

[jnash123]

My MKII Speedy is with Rocco at the moment.

If pictures are taken, please feel free to post them here!

Seen this on another forum (different watch) - its an incredible restore!

[Matt1974]

Clearly a lapping machine allows the refinishing of SS cases, however as a relative novice in such things, it would be great to understand more.

By the looks of things even deep nicks in a case can be filled and refinished with a range of brushing effects - is there more to it that than? Do they work equally well for polished SS finishes?

From a practical point of view what can a watch maker with one of these do that one without cant ?

Apologies if a bit uninformed but keen to know more!

Cheers

[benny.c]

Well, my newly acquired Flightmaster is going to visit Rocco for a while. Despite being shaped like a well smoothed pebble, Rocco is confident that he can make it look lovely again. He did say it's the worse he's seen and that it will be an "interesting job", but didn't seem daunted in any way.

I have to say the work on this thread so far looks amazing so I'm looking forward to seeing what can be done.

[Jaysagood]

These pics are unbelievable, I didn't even know this sort of thing was even possible. Blown away...