Hey everyone, it’s your boy back at it again. Today, I’m diving into something a bit different, a bit more on the luxury side of things. I’ve been tinkering around, and I’m excited to share my experience remaking the Patek Philippe Calatrava 6119G-001. Yeah, you heard that right, that classic, elegant piece that just screams sophistication.
So, first things first, I got my hands on some 18k white gold. Let me tell you, working with this stuff is no joke. It’s delicate, it’s pricey, and you definitely don’t want to mess it up. I started by shaping the 39mm case. It’s got to be perfect, you know? Every curve, every edge has to be on point. I spent hours, maybe even days, just getting the case to that perfect, timelessly elegant shape that Patek Philippe is known for.
Then came the movement. I managed to find a manual winding, ultra-thin mechanical Caliber 30-255 PS. I’m not gonna lie; fitting that into the case was a sweat. It’s so intricate, so precise. Each tiny part has its place, and it took some serious patience to assemble it all correctly. But man, when I finally got it ticking, it was music to my ears.
Charcoal Gray Dial
- Charcoal Gray Dial: Now, onto the dial. I went with a charcoal gray background. This was the part where I really got to flex my creative muscles.
- Clous de Paris: I used a technique called “Clous de Paris” to give it that beautiful guilloched hobnail pattern. It’s like a tiny pyramid texture, and it catches the light in the most amazing way. Trust me, it’s way harder than it sounds to get those tiny patterns consistent and even.
Next up, the hour markers. I made these faceted applied markers out of white gold, and let me tell you, cutting and polishing those tiny things was a challenge in itself. And the hands? Dauphine-style, of course. Elegant, sharp, and they just complete the whole look. Getting them to sit just right on the dial, perfectly aligned, was another test of patience.
Putting it all together, seeing that charcoal gray dial with the Clous de Paris pattern, the white gold markers, and those sleek hands, all encased in that perfectly shaped white gold case… it was a sight to behold. It felt like I was holding a piece of art, a piece of history, right in my hands.
And you know what? The price tag on an original 6119G-001 is something like 26,000 CHF. Now, I’m not saying mine is worth that much, but the satisfaction I got from creating this, from going through this whole process, it’s priceless. It’s not just about the watch; it’s about the journey, the craftsmanship, the dedication.
So there you have it, my journey of remaking the Patek Philippe Calatrava 6119G-001. It was tough, it was intricate, but it was so worth it. Hope you guys enjoyed this little peek into my world. Let me know what you think, and hey, maybe I’ll take on another project like this soon. Peace out!
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