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SubKing · 23 May 2010, 02:28 PM

there has been some buzz around here about project X sub that daniel craig was seen wearing with no crown gaurds to honor the original 6538 big crown vintage that sean conery wore in the 1950's gold finger movie.
project X does not except watches you own for modifications.. only their brand new watches they modify and sell.. only up untill recently as they have received many requests, they now except current watches you own to modify. which is nice because you can design you watch as you see fit.. there is a hefty price tag on each mod tho.. almost 1000 bucks just to remove the crown gaurds then the other mods they charge for, caseback engravings and enameling cystal replacement satin finishing, pvding etc... so i took the plunge, i mean someone had to take one for the team... had them hack up my brand new V serial subLV. i had them do everything that the project X sub had except for the green X printed on the dial which everyone said they did not like as well as myself not being a fan...
so like the title says, you will love it or hate it.
i for one love it.. i think its a one of a kind and well modified. worth every penny as up close, i can see how much work is involved with take the watch completely apart and cutting, re shaping, and polishing the case, then changing the insert which is a no brainer, new crystal and a factory flawless satin polish.. well enough said. can't wait to see everyones thoughts.

Some Pair · 23 May 2010, 03:09 PM

So, a 50+ year evolution huh?
As a former owner of a 6538 marked III/58 when Steve M. opened it, I can say they're only original once. So it's a matter of pocketbook and taste.
Kept put away, or driven/worn often.

I like classic American Musclecars also, and appreciate when (like your 6538), they're modified to the owner's interpretation.
But I chose a number's matching version when purchased, as it's 40 years old and tough to come by, and as i mentioned, only original once.

So while I appreciate the reasoning behind your version of the 6538, I like the way the original 8mm Crown sat on the watch (shorter,squattier version)

Maybe the Crown on this vesion can have about 1/4 to 1/3 sliced off and matched to an acceptable Tube? But for scores of thousands less cost than an original 6538, I'd understand why it would sell.

Just like the Night Train Harleys from a couple years back, that look like something a bit 50's with the Springer Front End, Wire Spoke Wheels, etc.. They all got sold, and quickly also.
JMO,...
and looking forward to other's coming in on this.....

SubKing · 23 May 2010, 03:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Some Pair

So, a 50+ year evolution huh?
As a former owner of a 6538 marked III/58 when Steve M. opened it, I can say they're only original once. So it's a matter of pocketbook and taste.
Kept put away, or driven/worn often.

I like classic American Musclecars also, and appreciate when (like your 6538), they're modified to the owner's interpretation.
But I chose a number's matching version when purchased, as it's 40 years old and tough to come by, and as i mentioned, only original once.

So while I appreciate the reasoning behind your version of the 6538, I like the way the original 8mm Crown sat on the watch (shorter,squattier version)

Maybe the Crown on this vesion can have about 1/4 to 1/3 sliced off and matched to an acceptable Tube? But for scores of thousands less cost than an original 6538, I'd understand why it would sell.

Just like the Night Train Harleys from a couple years back, that look like something a bit 50's with the Springer Front End, Wire Spoke Wheels, etc.. They all got sold, and quickly also.
JMO,...
and looking forward to other's coming in on this.....

thank you for the kind words mate! you are very very lucky to own a 6538 i must say..

nickriebe · 23 May 2010, 03:25 PM

I like it! wear it in good health!

SubKing · 23 May 2010, 03:28 PM

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Originally Posted by nickriebe

I like it! wear it in good health!

thank you! i will and i love it!

dalip · 23 May 2010, 03:41 PM

I like it mate. Looks good on your wrist...enjoy!!!

dalip · 23 May 2010, 03:41 PM

I like it mate. Looks good on your wrist...enjoy!!!

George Ab · 23 May 2010, 04:01 PM

Since I’m not big on mods, as I’m reading the text before I got to the pics, I wanted to say “I hate it”. However, looking at the pics, I think its pretty freaking cool! Thanks for taking one for the team. Enjoy.

wanasub · 24 May 2010, 01:46 PM

Love it!!

Tools · 24 May 2010, 01:55 PM

I don't have any issues with the modified crown guards, It's a good look..

What I don't care for is the NATO strap... I just can't figure out why people want to put a 20 dollar nylon strap on their Rolex.........

Paul B · 24 May 2010, 02:11 PM

I like different, keeps things fresh. Wear it in good health.

Paul

dwr · 24 May 2010, 02:13 PM

Don't like the NATO.

DS_Obsessed · 24 May 2010, 02:53 PM

Good for you. Enjoy your unique piece.

sleddog · 24 May 2010, 03:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dalip

I like it mate. Looks good on your wrist...enjoy!!!

Quote:

Originally Posted by dalip

I like it mate. Looks good on your wrist...enjoy!!!

Stuttering again there OverEasy!!!

To the OP......I really like it,great job and also very unique..!

Macro80 · 25 May 2010, 03:15 AM

I love it!

On your recommendation i aquired a couple of those TSS Nato's. I agree they are more durable than the Corvus!!

SUPERDOC · 25 May 2010, 03:52 AM

You know those commercials where they show animals that are starving or abused, and they need your donations...

That's the first thing I thought of when I saw your pics...
That poor Sub...abused like this...I'm willing to make a donation to have it's cyclops and crown guard put back...

Actually I'm just giving you a hard time...It is Interesting..
And I'm not sure how I feel about it...there's so much to like about it, and yet so much to dislike...

STEELINOX · 25 May 2010, 04:00 AM

I like it !

polaco23 · 25 May 2010, 11:22 AM

looks like something is missing, and you can almost not put your finger on it. but i like it. Its different and makes it that much more interesting.

Dr. Robert · 25 May 2010, 11:28 AM

Sub King....it looks great! I like the watch & the strap...they look good together.

wanasub · 25 May 2010, 05:41 PM

Larry makes a good point. I don't mind the strap, but I'd very much like to see it with the Oyster bracelet.

SubKing · 26 May 2010, 06:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by polaco23

looks like something is missing, and you can almost not put your finger on it. but i like it. Its different and makes it that much more interesting.

whats missing are the crown gaurds..

bewithabob · 26 May 2010, 06:17 AM

it aint cheap, but it aint authentic either. tribute? send it in to RSC and see what happens...

STEELINOX · 26 May 2010, 06:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bewithabob

it aint cheap, but it aint authentic either. tribute? send it in to RSC and see what happens...

Never a need to send this timepiece to an RSC, first off, they WILL NOT SERVICE IT. And any watchmaker worth his salt can work on the "easiest to work on movement" ever made; and why the negativity, eh, nevermind, I've heard it all before !

Mirx · 26 May 2010, 06:37 AM

Outstanding. Well done!

Welshwatchman · 26 May 2010, 06:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bewithabob

it aint cheap, but it aint authentic either. tribute? send it in to RSC and see what happens...

Nothing dramatic, I guess.

Worse case scenario is a new case and the watch back as original.

dieseldragon · 26 May 2010, 07:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bewithabob

it aint cheap, but it aint authentic either. tribute? send it in to RSC and see what happens...

Interesting point, They will say case isn't original and one would assume that they would provide a new mid case?

23 May 2010, 02:28 PM	#1
SubKing "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: USA Watch: where do i start?? Posts: 3,254	Some will love it, some will hate it. you be the judge. 6538 big crown, project X there has been some buzz around here about project X sub that daniel craig was seen wearing with no crown gaurds to honor the original 6538 big crown vintage that sean conery wore in the 1950's gold finger movie. project X does not except watches you own for modifications.. only their brand new watches they modify and sell.. only up untill recently as they have received many requests, they now except current watches you own to modify. which is nice because you can design you watch as you see fit.. there is a hefty price tag on each mod tho.. almost 1000 bucks just to remove the crown gaurds then the other mods they charge for, caseback engravings and enameling cystal replacement satin finishing, pvding etc... so i took the plunge, i mean someone had to take one for the team... had them hack up my brand new V serial subLV. i had them do everything that the project X sub had except for the green X printed on the dial which everyone said they did not like as well as myself not being a fan... so like the title says, you will love it or hate it. i for one love it.. i think its a one of a kind and well modified. worth every penny as up close, i can see how much work is involved with take the watch completely apart and cutting, re shaping, and polishing the case, then changing the insert which is a no brainer, new crystal and a factory flawless satin polish.. well enough said. can't wait to see everyones thoughts.

23 May 2010, 03:09 PM	#2
Some Pair Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Rick Location: seFl.byWayOfBklyn Watch: The Rollie's..... Posts: 609	So, a 50+ year evolution huh? As a former owner of a 6538 marked III/58 when Steve M. opened it, I can say they're only original once. So it's a matter of pocketbook and taste. Kept put away, or driven/worn often. I like classic American Musclecars also, and appreciate when (like your 6538), they're modified to the owner's interpretation. But I chose a number's matching version when purchased, as it's 40 years old and tough to come by, and as i mentioned, only original once. So while I appreciate the reasoning behind your version of the 6538, I like the way the original 8mm Crown sat on the watch (shorter,squattier version) Maybe the Crown on this vesion can have about 1/4 to 1/3 sliced off and matched to an acceptable Tube? But for scores of thousands less cost than an original 6538, I'd understand why it would sell. Just like the Night Train Harleys from a couple years back, that look like something a bit 50's with the Springer Front End, Wire Spoke Wheels, etc.. They all got sold, and quickly also. JMO,... and looking forward to other's coming in on this..... Attached Images

23 May 2010, 03:25 PM	#4
nickriebe "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: Nick Location: 3026'23N 8638'41W Watch: out for pirates! Posts: 692	I like it! wear it in good health! __________________ ~Nick Riebe~

23 May 2010, 03:41 PM	#6
dalip "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Dalip Location: Mumbai and Perth Watch: Rolex PAM Omega Posts: 18,656	I like it mate. Looks good on your wrist...enjoy!!! __________________ ------------------------------------------------------------ *"The liar's punishment is not in the least that he is not believed, but that he cannot believe anyone else." George Bernard Shaw*

23 May 2010, 03:41 PM	#7
dalip "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Dalip Location: Mumbai and Perth Watch: Rolex PAM Omega Posts: 18,656	I like it mate. Looks good on your wrist...enjoy!!! __________________ ------------------------------------------------------------ *"The liar's punishment is not in the least that he is not believed, but that he cannot believe anyone else." George Bernard Shaw*

23 May 2010, 04:01 PM	#8
George Ab "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: George Location: Seattle Watch: One of Them Posts: 6,924	Since I’m not big on mods, as I’m reading the text before I got to the pics, I wanted to say “I hate it”. However, looking at the pics, I think its pretty freaking cool! Thanks for taking one for the team. Enjoy. __________________

24 May 2010, 01:46 PM	#9
wanasub "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Jonathan Location: wisconsin Posts: 386	Love it!!

24 May 2010, 01:55 PM	#10
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,514	I don't have any issues with the modified crown guards, It's a good look.. What I don't care for is the NATO strap... I just can't figure out why people want to put a 20 dollar nylon strap on their Rolex......... __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

24 May 2010, 02:11 PM	#11
Paul B "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Real Name: Paul Location: Canada/NY Watch: Don't go there... Posts: 366	I like different, keeps things fresh. Wear it in good health. Paul

24 May 2010, 02:13 PM	#12
dwr "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Doug R. Location: MidWest USA Watch: Rolex Datejust Posts: 130	Don't like the NATO.

24 May 2010, 02:53 PM	#13
DS_Obsessed "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: J Location: Texas Watch: 116660 V Posts: 438	Good for you. Enjoy your unique piece. __________________ _______________________________ Currently wearing : 116000 V / 116660 V / PAM 292 / AP royal Oak Offshore Safari / Royal Oak Offshore Volcano / Tudor heritage / 116520 “For the strength of the Pack is the Wolf, and the strength of the Wolf is the Pack”

25 May 2010, 03:15 AM	#15
Macro80 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: London Posts: 248	I love it! On your recommendation i aquired a couple of those TSS Nato's. I agree they are more durable than the Corvus!!

25 May 2010, 03:52 AM	#16
SUPERDOC "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: R.J. Location: Canada Posts: 1,546	You know those commercials where they show animals that are starving or abused, and they need your donations... That's the first thing I thought of when I saw your pics... That poor Sub...abused like this...I'm willing to make a donation to have it's cyclops and crown guard put back... Actually I'm just giving you a hard time...It is Interesting.. And I'm not sure how I feel about it...there's so much to like about it, and yet so much to dislike...

25 May 2010, 04:00 AM	#17
STEELINOX 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Sink-O! Location: a praire in AZ Watch: ROLEX-less atm... Posts: 14,021	I like it ! __________________ *Positive Waves Baby* Lug Hole Loyalist / Chamfer Line Inspector INFORTHE WIN SUB-MAH-REEEN-ER ~ !

25 May 2010, 11:22 AM	#18
polaco23 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Michigan Watch: SS 1500 Posts: 3	looks like something is missing, and you can almost not put your finger on it. but i like it. Its different and makes it that much more interesting.

25 May 2010, 11:28 AM	#19
Dr. Robert 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Bob Location: U.S.A. Watch: 1655 Posts: 64,248	Sub King....it looks great! I like the watch & the strap...they look good together.

25 May 2010, 05:41 PM	#20
wanasub "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Jonathan Location: wisconsin Posts: 386	Larry makes a good point. I don't mind the strap, but I'd very much like to see it with the Oyster bracelet.

26 May 2010, 06:17 AM	#22
bewithabob "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Bob Location: Dallas, Texas Watch: Daytona Meteorite Posts: 3,417	it aint cheap, but it aint authentic either. tribute? send it in to RSC and see what happens... __________________ meteor flying to Earth onto my wrist... 116509 Daytona Meteorite, 116520 Daytona Black, 116710 GMTIIC, 16013 DATEJUST, CARTIER SANTOS 100 W20090X8, IWC Big Pilot, IWC Top Gun "Everything works out in the end. If it hasn't worked out, it's not the end."

26 May 2010, 06:37 AM	#24
Mirx "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: UK Watch: RLX Posts: 437	Outstanding. Well done!

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