So, I was browsing around, right? And I found this super cool watch, the Patek Philippe Golden Ellipse 5738R. I saw some folks talking about it, saying how it’s got this “golden section” thing going on. I think that’s a cool design idea, and it made me want to remake this watch in my own way.
I started by grabbing some basic tools. You know, nothing fancy, just some stuff you’d find around. And some metal, of course. The goal was to get that elliptical shape down. I’ve never done something like this before, but hey, there’s a first time for everything.
I spent a good chunk of time just shaping the case. It’s not as easy as it looks, trust me. I tried to follow this “golden ratio” thing, 1 / 1.6181 or whatever. This is a ratio that many people like. It sounds a little complex, but actually I found this is simple to follow in real work. I measured and cut and measured again, trying to get that perfect ellipse. It took a few tries, I won’t lie. But eventually, I got something that looked pretty decent. Not perfect, but hey, it’s my first attempt.
- First, I drew a rough sketch on the metal.
- Then, I started cutting, slowly and carefully.
- After that, I filed the edges to get that smooth, elliptical shape.
Making the Inside
Next up was the movement. This part was tricky. I wanted to make it unique, so each watch would have its own serial number. Just like the real deal, you know? I found a way to engrave the numbers on the back. It’s not super professional, but it adds a nice touch, I think.
- I disassembled an old watch to use its parts.
- Then, I engraved a unique number on each case back.
- Finally, I put it all together, making sure everything ticked just right.
Putting It All Together
After I had the case and the movement, it was time to put it all together. I carefully placed the movement inside the case, making sure everything fit snugly. Then, I added the dial and the hands. I chose a simple, classic design for the dial, because I think it looks really elegant. And for the hands, I went with something slim and sleek.
- First, I placed the movement inside the case.
- Then, I added the dial and secured it in place.
- Finally, I attached the hands, making sure they moved smoothly.
The final step was the strap. I picked out a nice leather strap that I thought matched the watch well. I attached it to the case, and boom, the watch was done. It’s not an official Patek Philippe, obviously, but I’m pretty proud of it. It’s got that cool elliptical shape, a unique serial number, and it actually tells time! Not bad for a little DIY project, right?
So, that’s the story of how I made my own version of the Golden Ellipse. It was a fun project, and I learned a lot along the way. I might even try to make another one sometime. Who knows, maybe I’ll get even better at it. But for now, I’m just happy to have this unique piece on my wrist.
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