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Gen spec 5711 dw project for the 3K movement

legend

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Where I need to be.
And so, I have started this project with the experts blackboxes and Edgematic

This will be a gen spec replacement datewheel to be produced for the 3K movement and the reference datewheel was taken from one of the gen 5711s in my collection. Currently, we have completed the high-res, high precision scan. We are also in the process of finalizing the design of the base disc and gear teeth for the datewheel. The 3D printed prototype will be produced and test fitted before production begins, and alignment/refinement work will be involved to ensure that the datewheel fits the movement as precisely as possible. Even for the gen, the datewheel fitment will vary slightly from watch to watch, so please do not expect perfection. We will settle "highly acceptable" fitment.

If you are keen, please watch this space. One of us will update as the project progresses.

It starts here: The high res scan.
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More to follow.
 

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Amazing project, keeping close to this one!


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Amazing project!!


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Very interesting, very interesting indeed. I'll be eager to see how this project progresses.
 

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Absolutely stunning, This is much needed!! Thanks to the wonderful team for taking this one.
 

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Until the project comes to successful fruition I would say that we have room for a few more guys doing the same!


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These projects are not easy but so worthwhile. A highly qualified person to take the task on as well - I really appreciate this. Sign me up for a few of these once they are made! I have a gen date disc as well, I'll take a pic of mine to compare as I'd love to see if there are any differences between batches at Patek.

Getting the teeth in the right spot will also be part of the challenge. I would love to know your process in getting this done (i.e. what type of company/machines were involved to make the plates).
 
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Wow! Is about time your magic had put to good use. Subscribed

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Definitely subscribing to this & looking forward to following the updates. Good luck, not that you'll need it.