Alright, let’s talk about this little project I got myself into. I decided to remake a Patek Philippe Calatrava 6119G-001. Yeah, that fancy watch everyone’s been talking about. Now, I ain’t no watchmaker, but I figured, how hard could it be, right?
First off, I started digging around for info on this watch. Found out it’s a real beauty – 39mm case, 18K white gold, the whole nine yards. And it’s not waterproof. It’s got a water resistance of 3 ATM. They say it’s a “luxury” watch. Heard folks are waiting like, a year to get their hands on one. A whole year! Can you believe that?
So, I rolled up my sleeves and got to work. I needed to find all the parts, which was a real pain. I searched high and low, online, offline, you name it. Finally, I managed to source most of what I needed.
- Case: I found a similar 39mm case. Not 18K white gold, but it’ll do.
- Movement: This was the tricky part. I couldn’t get the exact one, so I settled for something close.
- Dial and Hands: I got these custom-made. Took a while, but they turned out pretty good.
Then came the fun part – putting it all together. I spent hours, days even, fiddling with these tiny parts. My back was killing me, my eyes were strained, but I kept going. Finally, after many failed attempts, I had something that resembled the 6119G-001.
Now, it ain’t perfect. It’s not a real Patek Philippe, and it sure ain’t worth as much. But, it’s mine. I made it. And let me tell you, it feels pretty darn good to wear something you’ve built yourself.
Honestly, it was a headache and a half. But you know what? I learned a lot. About watches, about patience, and about myself. Would I do it again? Maybe not with this exact watch. But the sense of accomplishment? That’s something you can’t buy.
Was It Worth It?
If you’re thinking of doing something like this, be prepared for a challenge. It’s not easy. But if you’re up for it, go for it. Just don’t expect to get rich off it. It’s more about the journey than the destination, you know?
So there you have it. My little adventure in remaking a fancy watch. It wasn’t easy, it wasn’t perfect, but it was definitely an experience. I hope this was an enjoyable read. Catch ya later!