The 1016: The Under Appreciated Thread

[1016 lover]

Comparison of the thin Raffles 6mm crown, right (for 1016, which you just need to ask for) vs the “regular” 6mm crown, left. In some shots the diameter of the regular seems larger, but they are the same diameter. Very pleased with the result… one step closer to my goal (still not quite satisfied with the hands, but the bezel will be the next priority)! Perhaps we could petition Ken at Raffles to make us a batch

This crown look right, I was really disappointed as just after my last order I discover this option... You pay how much for it?

 

[SummerTimekeeper]

Sure, the WSO bezel thickness is 2.4mm according to my calipers.

 

[369mafia]

 

[wmass]

Sure, I would be glad to! WSO bezel: https://www.ebay.com/itm/311094742115

Additionally, here's how the bezel looks from a side view. I also included a side by side comparison of the two bezels. I hope this info helps!

also, which particular case from raffles did you fit the WSO bezel onto after grinding the inner diameter to 30.4mm?

 

[SummerTimekeeper]

also, which particular case from raffles did you fit the WSO bezel onto after grinding the inner diameter to 30.4mm?

Great question! After increasing the ID, I used the case which had a sapphire crystal.

 

[1016_idiot_savant]

This crown look right, I was really disappointed as just after my last order I discover this option... You pay how much for it?

13USD

 

[1016 lover]

Hey, 13 is not bad, I received some crowns today, about twenty per unit, and seem not very thin.

For the raffle ones, you have to modify the tap thread or the tube is the same? for those , I have to find the correct thread

 

[1016 lover]

In front the raffle, back two different model that look the same

 

[1016_idiot_savant]

Hey, 13 is not bad, I received some crowns today, about twenty per unit, and seem not very thin.

For the raffle ones, you have to modify the tap thread or the tube is the same? for those , I have to find the correct thread

It seems the "front" is the regular Raffles, while the other two are the thinner versions. The thin Raffles fit on the existing "regular" crown tube and screw all the way in, and it looks like the tap is the same.

 

[1675lover]

It seems the "front" is the regular Raffles, while the other two are the thinner versions. The thin Raffles fit on the existing "regular" crown tube and screw all the way in, and it looks like the tap is the same.

The threads are the same.

 

[wmass]

It seems the "front" is the regular Raffles, while the other two are the thinner versions. The thin Raffles fit on the existing "regular" crown tube and screw all the way in, and it looks like the tap is the same.

aesthetically i like the thinner crowns vs the regular. i searched through the crowns avail on the raffles site but didnt see any that specified thin. are you able to link the thin crown?

 

[1016_idiot_savant]

aesthetically i like the thinner crowns vs the regular. i searched through the crowns avail on the raffles site but didnt see any that specified thin. are you able to link the thin crown?

You have to reach out to Ken and request the thin crowns... or just order the regular 6mm branded crown, and the ordering process will lead to a mail to which you can respond with your request.

 

[wmass]

You have to reach out to Ken and request the thin crowns... or just order the regular 6mm branded crown, and the ordering process will lead to a mail to which you can respond with your request.

perfect thank you!

 

[HSV726]

Hi
thought I’d share my progress so far as the thread seems really active at the moment.

Bracelet
I ordered 2 Italian 78360 bracelets (on separate occasions) and unfortunately had the 1st stolen by UPS and then the 2nd stolen 6 weeks later by Royal Mail. I’ve never lost anything in the mail before so I was really disappointed and it took the wind out of the whole project.

The losses were hard to swallow and I couldn’t justify ordering a 3rd so I ordered a Raffles solid link oyster with 455b end links. Arrived today (find Raffles a pleasure to deal with) and I’m delighted with it,the fitment of the end links in particular. I have a genuine 6694 form a similar year and the fitment is equal to that to my novice eye.



Case
I have a question about my case and would really appreciate some advice. The case is a JMB (Jason was a pleasure to deal with)

The case has some tooling marks which I would like to remove. Hopefully the picture below highlights the two issues.
1. The bezel has some quite deep scratches presumably from the manufacturing process
2. The case has some quite deep radial marks (lathe?) I’d like to remove these and give a smooth curve and brushed finish





Originally I planned to send the case away for polishing however after the recent losses I’m loathe to put anything of value in the post.

I have looked at DIY, I’m a complete novice when it comes to watch making and I’m concerned about damaging the case or making a hash of it.

Do you think that this is something that can be done at home? Whilst I am a complete novice when it comes to watches I have plenty of tools and have some metal refinishing experience (classic steel road bicycle components)

Any help or advice appreciated

Thanks

 

[Action_Jensen]

Hi, nice case. Is JMB in the business again or did you order it some time ago?

for the bezel:
I would try a light sand with some high grain sandpaper (800/ 1000 (metric)) and after that i had some really good results with Flitz polishing paste and a micro fiber cloth

 

[Action_Jensen]

@SummerTimekeeper Thanks for the fotos of the WSO and Raffles Bezels again.
I am considering buying a WSO one and wanted to ask if you could provide aditional measurements?
My 2 Raffles Bezels are both 2,4mm high but your WSO looks flatter. The item description on ebay says 2,75mm (could easily be wrong).
Could you measure both of them in comparison? also what crystal did you use? i have a clarks t21 at home but it is more rounded than yours which from that angle looks more like a service one.

Cheers and thanks in advance

 

[1016 lover]

@SummerTimekeeper Thanks for the fotos of the WSO and Raffles Bezels again.
I am considering buying a WSO one and wanted to ask if you could provide aditional measurements?
My 2 Raffles Bezels are both 2,4mm high but your WSO looks flatter. The item description on ebay says 2,75mm (could easily be wrong).
Could you measure both of them in comparison? also what crystal did you use? i have a clarks t21 at home but it is more rounded than yours which from that angle looks more like a service one.

Cheers and thanks in advance

For the bezel, my plan is to do a batch of custom one if you are patient, thickness goal is 2mm to me, but the angle on the WSO look OK, you just need to sand the base to 2mm of thickness

Here, all bezels are 2mm

 

[wmass]

For the bezel, my plan is to do a batch of custom one if you are patient, thickness goal is 2mm to me, but the angle on the WSO look OK, you just need to sand the base to 2mm of thickness

Here, all bezels are 2mm

i'd certainly be in for one of those bezels when theyre available

 

[1016_idiot_savant]

For the bezel, my plan is to do a batch of custom one if you are patient, thickness goal is 2mm to me, but the angle on the WSO look OK, you just need to sand the base to 2mm of thickness

Here, all bezels are 2mm

“For the bezel, my plan is to do a batch of custom one if you are patient,…”
I’m patient, AND I’ve been good this year Sign me up for two or three, please!

 

[1016_idiot_savant]

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