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23 February 2019, 06:09 AM | #1 |
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Homage to the Unattainable - Custom Design?
First, let me state at the outset that I know I will never own a Rolex Milsub 5513 or 5517. Boy, don't I wish...but, with the prices I've read about approaching $150k, that's not going to happen.
So, my actual dream watch is not attainable. Therefore, I've been researching the idea of creating a "mash-up homage" if you will. Not a clone, but an homage to the unattainable. Some years ago, I came up with the look. Then, I edited 2-3 photos of Rolex/Tudor watches to create an composite image of my actual dream watch style. The attached photos show both the Rolex & Tudor "mashup" versions of that styling. Now, before anyone's head explodes, remember this is a PHOTO SHOPPED IMAGE ONLY, not a fake, replica or anything tangible. I would not frankenwatch it together, even if I could. That would be wrong. But, these images will give you a visual representation of just what it looks like in my head (NO logos, trademarks, etc). The look I want to achieve in my no-name, custom, homage watch includes (in order of importance to me):
So far, I have... ...asked MKII if they would customize a Nassau 369 or Project 300 for me. They will not. ...emailed Helenarou.com to see if they will put something together for me based on their homage 5517 case and 6200 dial. Also, inquired about custom printing on the dial. No answer as yet. ...checked out and rejected (as produced) various Alpha, Parnis, Squale, Incipio and Armada (pretty close) pieces. I have also been looking at Steinhart's and intend to ask them about customization. We'll see if they'll help. Doubt it, though. In the meantime, I'm looking for real photos of their Ocean 39 Vintage in something other than bronze. It's so very close to my dream design. ANY other ideas? Remember, the two most important things are the 369 dial and sword hands -- those are non-negotiables for my "dream" watch. Everything else is wishful thinking, at this point. |
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5513 , 5517 , homage , milsub , submariner |
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