My first (complete) 6538 build!

[zlwelch]

I've done some basic modding, but this is my first from scratch, complete build. I'm pretty happy with the way it turned out, being my first build, but I can see a few things I'd like to improve on in the future.

Everything came from Helenarou, including the A2836 movement. I've got a big ball, white seconds hand on its way from Tiger, and plan to age the handset to closer match the dial. I did a little Bonesey style aging on the case and insert, and am planning on sanding the bezel edges down a little more.

What do you guys think?

Rolex says money, Tudor says class.

 

[mui.richard]

That 6538 is looking good! But my money will be on the Tudor...

Selling? [emoji6]

a watch is meant to be worn

 

[go000ob]

very nice[emoji1303]

 

[zlwelch]

That 6538 is looking good! But my money will be on the Tudor...

Selling? [emoji6]

a watch is meant to be worn

My next project is making the 7928 more period correct. Gilt dial/hands, 700 crown, and eta 2846 on their way to match the pcg case!

 

[mui.richard]

My next project is making the 7928 more period correct. Gilt dial/hands, 700 crown, and eta 2846 on their way to match the pcg case!

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a watch is meant to be worn

 

[tomtom2]

well done, mate! wellcome to the club...[emoji1303]

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[zlwelch]

Got the white seconds hand. I'm thinking of just leaving the hands alone. I like the way they stand out against the aged dial!

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[ibartsimp]

well done, mate! wellcome to the club...[emoji1303]

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Hey, great build, do you know where I can get that kind of bracelets (riveted on the sides if I'm not mistaken)?
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