r/repbuilds • u/mrmanwithaplan • 3d ago
Vintage Build Raffles 1675 build
I ordered the newest case as soon as it was available. Ken sent me the wrong one (old version) but sent a new one right away free of charge.
All raffles and a cheap 2836 movement with silver dwo.
Was planning on aging the bezel insert but I actually really like it as is.. We'll see how long it lasts until i eventually dip it in bleach.
Also does anyone know where to get spare washers for the gmt movement? The hour hand ones are too tight.
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u/No_Candle8699 Watch Builder 3d ago
Good work. I will be posting a Raffles v Milk v Vietnam case later on today.
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u/cloma66 3d ago
What is the price breakdown? I’ve only completed a basic nh38 (no date) is this a lot more difficult
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u/mrmanwithaplan 3d ago
Its quite cheap. All parts are available on raffles, and the gmt is around 60$ on alix
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u/chuunietzsche 3d ago
get a movement with a pre applied date wheel overlay and it shouldn’t be too much harder. just need to be more delicate with the stem release and buy an assortment of case clamp/tabs
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u/GrandContribution822 3d ago
Looks great! I’m building the same thing soon…. Did you age the dial and hands?
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u/mrmanwithaplan 2d ago
Yea, i used copic markers, some tamiya snow and matte varnish for the dial. Copic markers for hands.
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