Man, I’ve been wanting to get my hands on a Patek Philippe Golden Ellipse for ages. You know, that super classy watch they have at the official flagship store? The 5738R model, to be exact. It just looks so sleek and timeless. I finally got this wild idea the other day – why not try to remake it myself? I know, it sounds crazy, but I was feeling adventurous.
So, I started by looking at a ton of pictures of the 5738R online, just trying to get a feel for all the little details. The case shape, the dial, the hands, the strap – everything. I wanted to make sure I understood how it all came together before I even started thinking about how to recreate it.
Next, I started thinking about the materials. The real Golden Ellipse 5738R is made of rose gold, which is way out of my budget. I started looking into other metals that could give a similar look and feel without breaking the bank. I also needed to find a material for the dial that would match the original’s sunburst effect.
Once I had a good idea of the materials I wanted to use, I started working on the design. I used some basic design software to create a 3D model of the watch, trying to get the proportions and details as close to the original as possible. It wasn’t easy, let me tell you! There were a lot of curves and angles to get right. The best part, though, was figuring out how to get that signature elliptical shape of the case.
With the design finalized, I moved on to the actual making process. I started with the case, shaping it out of the metal I had chosen. I had to use a combination of tools and techniques to get that smooth, polished finish. It took a lot of patience and a few tries, but I eventually got it looking pretty good.
The dial was the next challenge. I found a piece of material that had a similar color and texture to the original, and then I carefully shaped it to fit inside the case. I also had to figure out how to recreate the sunburst pattern, which was no easy feat. I ended up using a combination of techniques to get the desired effect.
The hands were probably the easiest part. I just needed to find some thin pieces of metal and shape them to match the original hands. I then carefully attached them to the dial, making sure they were properly aligned.
Finally, I needed a strap. I decided to go with a simple leather strap that would complement the overall look of the watch. I found a nice piece of leather and cut it to the right size, and then attached it to the case. It is just a simple strap but it took me ages to find the right one!
After many hours of work, I finally had my own handmade version of the Patek Philippe Golden Ellipse 5738R. It’s not perfect, of course, but I’m pretty proud of how it turned out. It was a fun and challenging project, and I learned a lot along the way. Plus, now I have a unique watch that no one else has, and I made it myself! This is so cool! If you’re thinking about trying something like this, I say go for it. It’s a great way to learn new skills and create something truly special.
- First step: Look at pictures, study details.
- Second step: Think about materials, find alternatives.
- Third step: Design in software, focus on proportions.
- Fourth step: Make the case, shape and polish metal.
- Fifth step: Create the dial, match color and texture.
- Sixth step: Shape the hands, attach to dial.
- Seventh step: Find and attach a strap.
- Final result: A handmade watch, not perfect but unique.
It was a wild ride, but totally worth it. I might try remaking another watch soon, maybe a Rolex next time. Who knows? The possibilities are endless when you’re making things yourself!
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