Thanks Mano, that's what I did here: https://forum.replica-watch.info/fo...ng-and-modding-a-«-fantasy-»-oyster-perpetual
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5500 Air-King Precision with patina dial - circa 1975
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Thanks Mano, that's what I did here: https://forum.replica-watch.info/fo...ng-and-modding-a-«-fantasy-»-oyster-perpetual
Wow impressive dial work. I really like how this is progressing. I need to fill the old spring bars on my explorer cases. Was thinking about solder. Turns out great. Keep it up and more pics please !!!
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Thanks a lot Jsebwc
I'll probably do some work casework within the next months, thining the lugs and the bezel to get as close as possible to the gen.
About to "fill the old spring bars" I'm not 100% certain that I understood what you mean.
Do you want to fill the lug holes ?
If YES ... I have talked about that with jmb and he thought the best way would be TIG solder.
But I'll try with siver solder an see how is sort.
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Thanks buddy
I definitely love that petiteHow is your tan BTW ?.. seems you'll have your first snow next week-end :hehehe:
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My bad ... do you want to fill the existing holes of a watch after your have drilled the lugs ?
If YES you can either use silver solder or some two-components metal glue
Today I am really happy to introduce you to my newcomer, a 5500 Air-King Precision circa 1975.
That watch shows a really nice patina dial and offers a thrilling experience on the wrist ... for vintage watch lovers of course.
And it's been a really long journey to get that petite on my wrist.
I'll tell you the complete story a little later but for the moment … i just hope you'll enjoy the pics.
Very nice dial.
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Thank you :smildzor:
I really lke that one (on my wrist today) though it lacks 3D effect.
About that 3D effect ... since a few days I'm playing with the idea of actually printing my own dials.
At the moment I'm still "gathering knowledge and informations" but I hope I could show some printed dials before the end of this year.
If I succeed it will be a huge step forward :bleh:
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As a Newby to this site this post stands out as being the best in terms of a good introduction to the hobby and the epitome of skill one should I aim for.
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Hi ... sorry but I've been on and off the frorums those days ... Can't find your PM so could you please send it back ?
