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Puffy · 16 February 2010, 07:23 AM

I am seeing more and more of Project X's cool bespoke Rolies in the wild here in London.

Would love to see some close ups, does anyone have any good shots?

http://www.projectxdesigns.com/Gallery-Watches.html

shaggy · 16 February 2010, 07:41 AM

one mans meat is another mans poisen
overpriced
de-values the watch
covers all the quality components up
why not get a sub homage like say an Alpha and do it to that?
just my opinion

forget any back up from Rolex within warranty and any service from Rolex at any time afterwards
but if its what you want to spend your hard earned on then do what makes you happy

get ready for

Puffy · 16 February 2010, 07:44 AM

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Originally Posted by shaggy

get ready for

haha. they do look COOL!! would love to see some close up snaps before we discount them completely!

jchampton · 16 February 2010, 07:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by shaggy

one mans meat is another mans poisen
overpriced
de-values the watch
covers all the quality components up
why not get a sub homage like say an Alpha and do it to that?
just my opinion

forget any back up from Rolex within warranty and any service from Rolex at any time afterwards
but if its what you want to spend your hard earned on then do what makes you happy

get ready for

i'm going to have to agree with this sentiment. i will admit that they do look pretty damned cool (IMO) but i would have real trouble allowing such modifications on a Rolex. i think i'd have to use one of my 'less special' pieces for project x pimpification.

WJGESQ · 16 February 2010, 07:55 AM

Wow, that black Daytona looks striking.

spuds · 16 February 2010, 08:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Puffy

I am seeing more and more of Project X's cool bespoke Rolies in the wild here in London.

Mate I'm obviously hanging out in the wrong parts of London!

Only last week I commented to my (WIS) Bank Manager that I'd not seen so much as a half-decent watch "in the wild" for months.

Puffy · 16 February 2010, 07:00 PM

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Originally Posted by spuds

Mate I'm obviously hanging out in the wrong parts of London!

Only last week I commented to my (WIS) Bank Manager that I'd not seen so much as a half-decent watch "in the wild" for months.

Well it's mostly north of the river I've been spotting them! They look pretty sweet, however, I'm not sure I would feel comfortable having my perfectly fine looking Rolex pimped..

spuds · 17 February 2010, 09:38 AM

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Originally Posted by Puffy

Well it's mostly north of the river I've been spotting them! They look pretty sweet, however, I'm not sure I would feel comfortable having my perfectly fine looking Rolex pimped..

"North of the river....?????"

They'll all be ebay-specials then.

dama156 · 17 February 2010, 02:31 PM

love them but the prices are a bit steep....if i could afford it than i would buy one, i have no problem modifying a car so why wouldnt i modify a watch.

padi56 · 16 February 2010, 07:47 PM

Sorry not my cup of tea as they come from the Rolex factory is good enough for me.And yes they say Rolex on the dial but IMHO they are now bastardised almost frankenwatches.

Desperado · 16 February 2010, 08:15 PM

Looks nice IMO but i wouldnt buy a Rolex like this (I may accept it as a gift

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alphamale2012 · 16 February 2010, 09:43 PM

Well said karim.

everose · 16 February 2010, 09:52 PM

Agree with Brett/Shaggy

If i was going to do anything like this it would be with a homage watch(Invicta),NEVER with a Rolex.

Jason71 · 16 February 2010, 10:01 PM

I do like this watch without the crown guards and no cyclops with fixed bars. However..........at $9,800??!! Ridiculous

CPTL · 17 February 2010, 08:44 AM

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Originally Posted by jclevoy

I do like this watch without the crown guards and no cyclops with fixed bars. However..........at $9,800??!! Ridiculous

Yeah...$3K to grind off the crown guards and add a NATO. No thanks.

Clogger · 17 February 2010, 08:52 AM

I really like the PVD'ed Rolies I have seen, but I agree the pricing is a bit out there. Must admit I am not that keen on the modded dials though.

Would be great if Rolex offered the service them selves on the SS sports line. I think it would be great to hand it in to an RSC and get a PVD'ed Rolie back with offical documentation.

1000ftSub · 18 February 2010, 09:20 AM

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Originally Posted by jclevoy

I do like this watch without the crown guards and no cyclops with fixed bars. However..........at $9,800??!! Ridiculous

Indeed, to much $$$

Welshwatchman · 16 February 2010, 10:19 PM

Why mess about with the original?

Idle Swede · 16 February 2010, 10:23 PM

two

Mosco · 16 February 2010, 11:43 PM

Ok, I got my flamesuit on: I am presently figuring out a way to buy another inexpensive pre-owned DeepSea for myself and have it a bit 'customized'. That would entail shaving off the crown-guards and brushing the sides of the case. Of course, I will have the original still, but I really, really want to get that done. As a side-project, of course. Does not take away from me loving the original design, so again, don't burn me at the stake.

ParisDakarBmw · 17 February 2010, 12:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Mosco

Ok, I got my flamesuit on: I am presently figuring out a way to buy another inexpensive pre-owned DeepSea for myself and have it a bit 'customized'. That would entail shaving off the crown-guards and brushing the sides of the case. Of course, I will have the original still, but I really, really want to get that done. As a side-project, of course. Does not take away from me loving the original design, so again, don't burn me at the stake.

I can see having a spare case, bezel, and bracelet modified, but not the original parts. If you were to purchase an empty case, and put a good movement inside, I could see that. As long as the original parts are there to reverse the modification..... cool.

Taking a perfectly fine Rollie, and tricking it out beyond reversal is a bad idea to me. Although it looks cool, I'd stay away from any "Tattoo work" on my watch.

Mosco · 17 February 2010, 01:39 AM

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Originally Posted by ParisDakarBmw

I can see having a spare case, bezel, and bracelet modified, but not the original parts. If you were to purchase an empty case, and put a good movement inside, I could see that. As long as the original parts are there to reverse the modification..... cool.

Taking a perfectly fine Rollie, and tricking it out beyond reversal is a bad idea to me. Although it looks cool, I'd stay away from any "Tattoo work" on my watch.

I hear ya, and the logical side of me agrees.... Maybe down the line if I find a fairly 'distressed' DSSD, I would still like to get that done. I know it isn't right, but I must have my toys, you know!

Puffy · 16 February 2010, 11:55 PM

This one does look hideous:

http://www.watchesofdistinction.com/...%20No%20116520

Deyn Man · 17 February 2010, 12:52 AM

the exp looks great as well as the daytonas... different strokes for different folks... not for me though...

PhilM · 17 February 2010, 01:47 AM

Not for me I'm afraid...

Bon Temps · 17 February 2010, 01:49 AM

Go for it Greg, logic should not prevail over passion when it comes to your toys!

Mike1066 · 17 February 2010, 09:03 AM

I like the no crown guards, but overall its not for me.

DeVille · 17 February 2010, 09:09 AM

Not feeling it.

Prince Tudor · 17 February 2010, 09:21 AM

Don't mind the look myself but until Rolex offers it as an option and it's not aftermarket, I would not even consider it.

presario · 17 February 2010, 09:34 AM

They are definitely growing on me. Some of their designs are really cool! But like everyone said, not for the price.

16 February 2010, 07:23 AM	#1
Puffy "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Here and there Posts: 12,485	Project X I am seeing more and more of Project X's cool bespoke Rolies in the wild here in London. Would love to see some close ups, does anyone have any good shots? http://www.projectxdesigns.com/Gallery-Watches.html __________________ Fine Quality is Long Remembered After the Pain of Spending Money is Forgotten

16 February 2010, 07:47 PM	#10
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16 February 2010, 10:01 PM	#14
Jason71 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Jason Location: USA Watch: Rolex/Tudor Divers Posts: 7,973	I do like this watch without the crown guards and no cyclops with fixed bars. However..........at $9,800??!! Ridiculous __________________ Best Regards, Jason Just Say "NO" to Polishing Card-Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch Curmudgeons LIfe is too short to wear inexpensive watches PLEXI IS SEXY

16 February 2010, 10:19 PM	#18
Welshwatchman "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Real Name: Paul Location: Wales, UK Posts: 14,578	Why mess about with the original? __________________ ..33

16 February 2010, 11:43 PM	#20
Mosco "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Greg Location: Cincinnati Watch: I like to... Posts: 18,567	Ok, I got my flamesuit on: I am presently figuring out a way to buy another inexpensive pre-owned DeepSea for myself and have it a bit 'customized'. That would entail shaving off the crown-guards and brushing the sides of the case. Of course, I will have the original still, but I really, really want to get that done. As a side-project, of course. Does not take away from me loving the original design, so again, don't burn me at the stake. __________________ Instagram - @CaliberSwiss *“A man who procrastinates in his choosing will inevitably have his choice made for him by circumstance.” - Hunter S. Thompson*

16 February 2010, 07:41 AM	#2
shaggy "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Brett Location: leeds,uk Watch: BLUE ARAB DAYTONA Posts: 691	one mans meat is another mans poisen overpriced de-values the watch covers all the quality components up why not get a sub homage like say an Alpha and do it to that? just my opinion forget any back up from Rolex within warranty and any service from Rolex at any time afterwards but if its what you want to spend your hard earned on then do what makes you happy get ready for

16 February 2010, 07:55 AM	#5
WJGESQ Banned Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 3,753	Wow, that black Daytona looks striking.

17 February 2010, 02:31 PM	#9
dama156 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: David Location: Long Island, NY Watch: gmt c Posts: 130	love them but the prices are a bit steep....if i could afford it than i would buy one, i have no problem modifying a car so why wouldnt i modify a watch.

16 February 2010, 08:15 PM	#11
Desperado "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Karim Location: Dubai Watch: YM Platinum Posts: 653	Looks nice IMO but i wouldnt buy a Rolex like this (I may accept it as a gift )

16 February 2010, 09:43 PM	#12
alphamale2012 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Real Name: Sam Location: UK Posts: 1,305	Well said karim.

16 February 2010, 09:52 PM	#13
everose Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: World Citizen Posts: 593	Agree with Brett/Shaggy If i was going to do anything like this it would be with a homage watch(Invicta),NEVER with a Rolex.

17 February 2010, 08:52 AM	#16
Clogger Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: SE Asia Watch: SS Sub Date Posts: 431	I really like the PVD'ed Rolies I have seen, but I agree the pricing is a bit out there. Must admit I am not that keen on the modded dials though. Would be great if Rolex offered the service them selves on the SS sports line. I think it would be great to hand it in to an RSC and get a PVD'ed Rolie back with offical documentation.

16 February 2010, 10:23 PM	#19
Idle Swede Suspended Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Leo Location: Boca Raton Posts: 13,820	two

16 February 2010, 11:55 PM	#23
Puffy "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Here and there Posts: 12,485	This one does look hideous: http://www.watchesofdistinction.com/...%20No%20116520 __________________ Fine Quality is Long Remembered After the Pain of Spending Money is Forgotten

17 February 2010, 12:52 AM	#24
Deyn Man "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Dean Location: Philippines Posts: 1,037	the exp looks great as well as the daytonas... different strokes for different folks... not for me though...

17 February 2010, 01:47 AM	#25
PhilM "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Phil Location: London Watch: Sea-Dweller Posts: 1,765	Not for me I'm afraid...

17 February 2010, 01:49 AM	#26
Bon Temps "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Brian Location: LA Watch: SD43 Posts: 360	Go for it Greg, logic should not prevail over passion when it comes to your toys!

17 February 2010, 09:03 AM	#27
Mike1066 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: San Diego, CA Watch: 16600 Posts: 728	I like the no crown guards, but overall its not for me.

17 February 2010, 09:09 AM	#28
DeVille "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Jesse Location: London/Miami Watch: SD4K 4 LIFE Posts: 145	Not feeling it.

17 February 2010, 09:21 AM	#29
Prince Tudor "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: Lucas Location: Canada Watch: Rolex and Tudor Posts: 726	Don't mind the look myself but until Rolex offers it as an option and it's not aftermarket, I would not even consider it. __________________

17 February 2010, 09:34 AM	#30
presario "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Andrew Location: Los Angeles Posts: 1,428	They are definitely growing on me. Some of their designs are really cool! But like everyone said, not for the price. __________________

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