Alright, let’s talk about this little project I got into – remaking a Patek Philippe Golden Ellipse, the 5738R to be exact. You know, the one with the rose gold and the classy look? I figured, why not give it a shot? So, I rolled up my sleeves and got started.
First thing I did was gather all the info I could find. Scoured the internet, looked at a bunch of pictures, and read through some descriptions. I mean, you can find anything online these days, right? Found out that this watch is 18k rose gold, pretty slim, and has this cool sunburst finish on the dial. The real deal goes for like, what, 30 grand or something? Crazy. Anyway, I wasn’t about to drop that kind of cash, so I decided to make my own version.
Sourcing the Parts
Next, I needed to find the parts. This was a bit of a scavenger hunt. I found a similar-looking case online. Rose gold-colored, of course, but not the real deal, you know? More like a budget-friendly alternative. The dial was a bit tricky. I managed to find one with that sunburst effect, but getting the color just right took some trial and error. I played around with some different paints and finishes until it looked somewhat decent.
- Searched for a rose gold-colored watch case online.
- Located a watch dial with a sunburst effect.
- Experimented with paints and finishes to match the dial color.
- Sourced rose gold-colored hands and a matching strap.
Putting It Together
Once I had all the pieces, it was time to put this thing together. I’m no watchmaker, but I’m pretty handy. I carefully assembled the case, dial, and hands. The movement was another story. I opted for a simple quartz movement – nothing fancy, just something to make the hands go round. It’s not that self-winding 240 caliber that the original has, but hey, it works. Then, I added a nice leather strap. Had to be brown, to match the whole rose gold vibe.
Finally, I stepped back and looked at the finished product. It wasn’t perfect, obviously. But you know what? It looked pretty darn good for something I put together myself. It had that same elegant shape, the rose gold color, and that sunburst dial. Sure, it’s not a real Patek, but it’s my own little version of it. And honestly, I’m pretty proud of how it turned out.
So, there you have it. My little adventure in remaking a Patek Philippe Golden Ellipse. It was a fun project, and I learned a lot along the way. Maybe it’s not worth thousands of dollars, but it’s worth something to me. And that’s all that really matters, right?
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