Hey everyone, today I’m gonna share my little adventure of remaking the Patek Philippe Gondolo 7042/100R-010. You know, I saw this Patek Philippe Gondolo 7042/100R-010, and I was like, “Man, that’s a beauty.” It’s got this rose gold case, diamonds all over, and just looks stunning. But, you know, the price tag? Ouch. So, I thought, why not try to remake one myself? Yeah, I know, it sounds pretty wild, but hear me out.
First off, I started by gathering all the info I could find. I looked up pictures, specs, anything I could get my hands on about the original Patek Philippe Gondolo 7042/100R-010. The official website, some watch forums, you name it. I wanted to get every detail right. The rose gold, the diamonds, everything. After that, I made a rough plan of how I would do it.
Finding the Materials
Next up, I needed to find the materials. This was probably the trickiest part. Finding a case that looked like the original was a real pain. It is not easy to find one that really matches. I searched every corner of the internet, from online shops to even some local jewelry shops. I ended up finding a rose gold-plated case that was pretty close. It wasn’t perfect, but it would do.
For the diamonds, I decided to go with cubic zirconia. They look pretty much like the real deal, and I don’t have to sell a kidney to buy them. I ordered a bunch of them, in different sizes to match the ones on the original watch. I remember thinking, “Okay, this is really happening.” I spent hours making sure I had the right sizes and shapes. I didn’t want to mess this up.
Putting It All Together
Once I had all the materials, it was time to put everything together. I started by setting the stones on the case. This was super tedious. I used a tiny tweezer and some strong glue. Each stone had to be placed just right. It took me several evenings to get it all done. My fingers were sore, but seeing it come together was worth it. One by one, I placed the cubic zirconia onto the case and the dial flange. I had to be extra careful not to scratch the case or get glue everywhere. This part took me hours, but it was worth it. Man, I have to say, patience is definitely a virtue with this kind of stuff.
- First, I attached the dial to the movement.
- Then, I carefully placed the movement inside the case.
- Finally, I attached the case back and the strap.
I’ll be honest, it wasn’t easy. There were moments when I thought I’d mess it up completely. But I kept going. And you know what? The end result wasn’t half bad. It wasn’t a Patek Philippe, but it was my own little masterpiece. I felt like the main character in a movie. The watch looked amazing, if I do say so myself. It’s not a real Patek Philippe, but it sure looks like one from a distance.
In the end, did I make a perfect replica of the Patek Philippe Gondolo 7042/100R-010? Not really, but I got pretty darn close. I spent a fraction of the cost of the real thing, and I had a blast doing it. It was a fun project, and I learned a lot along the way. Plus, I’ve got a pretty sweet-looking watch to show for it. What more could a guy ask for? And the best part? I learned so much about watches and crafting. It felt awesome to create something with my own hands. I’m definitely going to try this again with another model. Maybe a simpler one next time, though. Haha!
So, there you have it. My adventure in remaking a fancy watch. Would I do it again? Absolutely! It was a ton of fun, and I learned a lot. Plus, I ended up with a pretty cool watch. I know it’s not the real deal, but hey, it’s mine, and I’m proud of it. What do you guys think? Would you ever try something like this? Let me know in the comments!
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