patient being prepared for the operation
patient being prepared for the operation
That would be great to see the progress
I would like to have it done to a watch of mine how did you make initial contact and what sort of money are we talking
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Sounds good (and considerably cheaper than Viljo, I enquired about his rates becasue owning the Aevig Corvid made me want to get one done).
I shall be watching this with interest. Does he anticipate any issues with the use of titanium in the case/bracelet?
At that scale of cost, I am getting all tempted again.
The Corvid eventually went back to the guy who had it engraved, he realised (perfectly correctly) that he was mad to let it go.
He was even kind enough to offer more for it than I paid him. Involuntary profiteering - I bet that has some people here all conflicted.
Dave
Being a black powder pistol shooter I do like engraving, most watches leave me a bit cold, but when the engraving works well, it looks really good. Your design looks nice so interested to see the final result.
Ok test links finished do the work can start for real / first lines etched today. I learned already in this process - you can’t rush an engraver. It’s 3 weeks since I sent the watch, so as long as people are ok with delays then all good apologies for photo quality - just the update snaps he sends me
I heard some Rolex ADs offer free engraving on ceramic Daytonas:-)
Just picked up this hand engraved beauty. Sorry for the duplication with the new arrival thread but it deserves another post. Not everyone cup of tea but brings a smile to my face.
Engraver has some health issues so work was postponed but back on it now ....
I really like the look of that it looks like great work too
Dan
Good luck ! look forward to the outcome
Given that it’s purely for me and not to be sold on (my son wants it ) I decided to ask the guy to make the clasp a Scotland flag variant. No idea how that would turn out but told him just to crack on - he sent me a pic - I like it so I guess that’s all that matters.
Very interesting.
I love looking at the pictures of it and really appreciate the craftsmanship, just not sure if it's 'me'.
Interesting to see different things about though.
marks up pattern, then digs out the gaps and inks it
Very nice - the Scotland clasp is a nice touch.
Thats looking really good so far, brilliant thing to keep.
Looks fantastic! Would you be able to PM me a rough price, as considering something similar
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Such great craftsmanship, you have every reason to be chuffed, Rusty!
Has added detailing to the case side now
heres Bram Ramon
https://youtu.be/sfyj-J0YxT8
skilled job
before
after.
Can’t wait to get some pics in proper lighting
I really like that! Wish I was brave enough to try it on one of mine. You must be pleased with what you've seen so far.
I really like it and thanks for the updates as its been interesting seeing it come along, I think a quality solid link Oyster combined with Seiko diver/Sumo would be a good engraving project, got me thinking!
He has uploaded clearer pics on his Facebook page so I’ve pilfered the pics (with his permission) - I think it looks great !!
Wow that looks great, bet you can’t wait to get it back
Dan
Have to be honest, it’s not my kind of thing but the level of detail is impressive. Clearly it works for you and therefore I hope you enjoy it when you finally get it on the wrist.
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So, I think that looks amazing. BUT, now the case and bracket are so intricate...do you feel a need to mod the dial?!
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Watch arrived home and whilst not absolutely perfect I am delighted with it and at the price it’s amazing. Je ne regrette rien.
Something different and interesting. Doubt if I can carry it off but certainly interesting.
Looks amazing, I really like the work on the clasp, would make an interesting little standalone feature for someone who was perhaps less bold than yourself.
Was a fun process and not overly expensive - interestingly despite the intricate nature of it all there is a side benefit which I hadn’t considered - namely that swirlies and scratches won’t really show! As such I think this watch will be perfect for wearing on holiday or fishing or camping etc etc.
I wouldn’t do it to a more expensive watch so I think my choice of watch/victim/subject was the right one.