Okay, so the other day, I got this wild idea to try and remake a Patek Philippe Gondolo 7042/100G-010. Yeah, I know, it sounds crazy, right? But I’ve always been a huge fan of these watches. They’re just so classy and elegant. I’ve been eyeing this particular model for a while now, but getting a real one? Forget about it. The waiting lists are insane, and they’re super exclusive.
So, I thought, why not try to make my own? I started doing some research online, looking up everything I could about this watch. I checked out forums, blogs, and even some videos. I was basically trying to learn as much as possible about the design, the materials, and how these things are put together.
Then came the fun part – actually trying to find the parts. This was way harder than I thought it would be. I spent hours searching online, contacting different suppliers, and even going to some local shops. It was tough, man. But I managed to find some decent parts, some were pretty close to the real thing, and others, well, not so much.
The Assembly
After I had gathered all the parts, I started putting the watch together. This was definitely the most challenging part of the whole project. I had to be super careful and precise. I used some basic tools that I had lying around and some that I had to buy. I followed the guides and tutorials I found online, but honestly, it was a lot of trial and error.
- First, I started with the dial. This is the face of the watch, and it’s one of the most important parts. I had to make sure that everything was aligned perfectly. I made a lot of mistakes, and at times almost destroyed the parts, but I was persistent, it just a hobby for me, after all.
- Then, I moved on to the hands. I had to attach them to the movement, which is the mechanism that makes the watch tick. This was really tricky because the hands are so small and delicate.
- Finally, I put everything into the case. This was like the final piece of the puzzle. I had to make sure that everything fit perfectly and that the watch was sealed properly.
After a lot of sweat and tears, I finally finished it. I have to say, it didn’t turn out exactly like the original, but I was still pretty proud of myself. It was a great learning experience, and I had a lot of fun doing it. Plus, now I have a pretty cool watch that I made myself. It’s not a real Patek Philippe, but it’s mine, and that’s what matters.
So, that’s my story about trying to remake a Patek Philippe Gondolo 7042/100G-010. It was a wild ride, but I’m glad I did it. Would I recommend it to others? Honestly, it depends. If you’re looking for a fun and challenging project, then go for it. But if you’re expecting to make a perfect replica, you might be disappointed. It’s a lot harder than it looks!
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