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Hi all,
Some time ago I aquired a watch with a movement from a pocket watch. Let's hope they did not scrap the pocket watch for this...
However, now comes the time to move on with the next steps and I just wanted to have your feedback.
Case diameter is a very wearable 42mm which is ok. It is in red gold and I'm not sure I like it that way. So, the question is: new case, if yes, it would have to be in steel (or white gold). I suppose it is inpossble to plate the current case?
The dial, I'm not too sure about it, somehow I would like to keep the minute repeater mechanism visible. Even an hour ring would cover the nicest part. Probable would like the hour weel to be opened up. So any sugestions? Please note that removed the minute hand as it would obstruct the second hand from running as it was bend. Other questions are: do I keep the second hand at 9 o clock
And then the movement..Everything working fine as well time as striking mechanism. Probably just needs a cleaning.
And I'm not sure I'm allowed to ask the question, so PM if appropriate; who could take on such a project without going in stratospheric cost like it would be the case with Kari..... And although the movement is very nicely finished, we are not speaking about a top movement, so everything must be in relation to that.
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Cheers,
Dirk
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Hi all, Some time ago I aquired a watch with a movement from a pocket watch. Let's hope they did not scrap the pocket watch for this... However, now comes the time to move on with the next steps and I just wanted to have your feedback. Case diameter is a ...
I agree it would be a shame to cover it with a dial...
...so what if instead of a full size dial, you have a smaller diameter central dial, with smaller hands, and an even smaller sub seconds dial off to the side...maybe even having the two dials connected. That way, the nicest part of the movement, the outer...
I'm loving Emil's idea.
A small face would leave the rest of the dial visible. I'd not put a dial on the seconds hand spot as it's not really necessary. Stunning watch and it's good that it's getting a new lease of life.
i'm with you on that one
a semi Transparent Crystal Dial so you can see what's underneath but not in full Details ! might work.
Nice LeCoultre movement...
it looks like a variant of the 19/20 RMS from the end of the 19th and early 20th century. -Dean
Thx for that info
As there are no other markings, I was not sure. Thought that it could be a Meylan. Do you happen to have some pictures of the Lecoultre movement you mentioned? Best regards, Dirk
Nice Catch
Wish to have a Minute Repeater someday.. it looks Great. i wouldn't Change anything. the Gold Case is Nice... maybe a set of Blue Hands (more Legible).that's all. but i also like pplater's Idea . Cheers
I would take out all the hands. It's a minutes repeater! A watch for the blind :)))
They have no need for hands. I would choose the case that best accompany the sound not on aesthetic. If I would given the choice Keep us update on the outcome. Safe trip home? Best Tyler
Indeed, also an option
Hi Tyler, Thx for your feedback. Yes, had a good trip home. It wasn't that far either Again, much appreciated that I could handle your One Hertz, what a watch! Cheers, Dirk
Good project!
The movement looks great... wow, if you could get a watchmaker to refinish it nicely it would be most stunning! Thumbs up to pplaters suggestion. Printer or etched hour markers on sapphire crystal dial... can't think of a better idea to keep that gorgeous...
Thank you all for the suggestions
I like the idea with a glas dial most. However, I'm wondering if it would have an impact on the quality of the sound. To be discussed with a knowlegeable watchmaker. Thanks again for all for your input. I'll keep you posted on the progress. Best regards, ...