Rolex 1680 Comex -sneak peak-

[Natas78]

Raw case and caseback, still needs lots of work.

 

[HighQuality]

Cant wait to see progress on this

 

[Pinion Minion]

indeed- lots of pics on your case shaping process would be most appreciated!

 

[Natas78]

The end result:

 

[takamakatai]

Build specs?

 

[dpd3672]

Build specs?

I believe this is the same watch for sale, with the specs listed:

[SOLD] - Rolex 1680 Comex engraved as gen, correct serials.

Dear Vintage watch enthusiasts, Up for sale is my latest build: A very accurate 1680 Comex build, with correct, matching serials and beautifully engraved caseback. The case was thoroughly reshaped and chamfered. Crown guards heavily reshaped. Cost breakdown: Raffles 1680 case €50 Bracelet...

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Pretty tempted myself, but trying to be good until I'm finished Christmas shopping, lol.
I have a gen 1680, but I'd love a daily driver with a little more flair, and this is a damn good replica.

 

[Natas78]

Indeed @dpd3672 thx!

A very accurate 1680 Comex build, with correct, matching serials and beautifully engraved caseback.

The case was thoroughly reshaped and chamfered. Crown guards heavily reshaped.

Cost breakdown:

Raffles 1680 case €50
Bracelet €50
Raffles dial relumed €50
NH35 movement €80
hands €20
Better shape crystal €35
Case reshape, caseback reshape, chamfering, assembly, lume job €300
Engravings €150

Total €735 selling for €690 plus shipping

 

[Pops3434]

Wow! That’s beautiful. Well done!

 

[rolexianer]

Crazy

 

[rosnik]

Nice work
May you get lugholes engraving for me?

 

[Natas78]

Nice work
May you get lugholes engraving for me?

PM me for specific questions please