A great and bold idea that paid off with a beautiful, classy and unique watch. -{
James Bond: I tend to notice little things like that - whether a girl is a blonde or a brunette...
Tiffany Case: And which do you prefer?
James Bond: Well, as long as the collars and cuffs match...
@Sir Miles - any chance to extract the substantial infos into an article? We haven't had one for a very long time
You could write an article - with pics obviously B-) - and we could send it to Si for him to include it on the site...like we used to in the good old days -{
"A blunt instrument wielded by a Government department. Hard, ruthless, sardonic, fatalistic. He likes gambling, golf, fast motor cars. All his movements are relaxed and economical". Ian Fleming
"A blunt instrument wielded by a Government department. Hard, ruthless, sardonic, fatalistic. He likes gambling, golf, fast motor cars. All his movements are relaxed and economical". Ian Fleming
So as a summary - here are the things which have been improved against the Project X Submariner
1. there is no ROLEX ROLEX ROLEX engracvng on the rehaut
2. there is no green X logo on the dial
3. the case part around the tube is not pointy and there are tiny bevels
4 .the tube carries all gaskets, the watch is fully waterresistant
5. the dial and hands carry blue lume instead of green
Let me emphasize, that all parts are genuine Rolex parts, no aftermarket parts have been used.
I am kind of a purist in that regard at least
President of the 'Misty Eyes Club'.
Dalton - the weak and weepy Bond!
James Bond: I tend to notice little things like that - whether a girl is a blonde or a brunette...
Tiffany Case: And which do you prefer?
James Bond: Well, as long as the collars and cuffs match...
I think the watch is stunning, only thing that would annoy me is the different coloured lume
Stunning Rolex should do a limited run, I certainly think there would be a market
Ross
a lot of things bother me - but the different lume on the bezel does not disturb me.
In real night, the glow is not so strong and you barely see the difference. And I focus on the dial an not on the bezel at night.
I agree, Rolex should release a vintage collection.
President of the 'Misty Eyes Club'.
Dalton - the weak and weepy Bond!
There are loads of Bond Straps, True Bond Straps, Real Bond Straps, Original Bond Straps available now plus variations on the theme. In my opinion, the most accurate version can be found here...
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@Sir Miles - any chance to extract the substantial infos into an article? We haven't had one for a very long time
Dalton - the weak and weepy Bond!
Thanks for that!, I'll have to stick with that watch, because noone will buy such a butchered Rolex anymore
Dalton - the weak and weepy Bond!
Dunno mate, Project X seem to flog em lol
Dalton - the weak and weepy Bond!
Think again!
Dalton - the weak and weepy Bond!
Tiffany Case: And which do you prefer?
James Bond: Well, as long as the collars and cuffs match...
Hmm??? - did it originally have green lume before they switched to the blue lume (ceramic era)??
here is the watch along with a standard 16610LV:
Dalton - the weak and weepy Bond!
Gutted - my Sub never arrived today and its a holiday here Monday, will have to wait till Tues
You could write an article - with pics obviously B-) - and we could send it to Si for him to include it on the site...like we used to in the good old days -{
Nice watch....for a change
Ah, sucks.
Waiting for a new watch is terrible, particularly for you it'll be the first real Submariner
Hope that it arrives soon, Welshie
Dalton - the weak and weepy Bond!
1. there is no ROLEX ROLEX ROLEX engracvng on the rehaut
2. there is no green X logo on the dial
3. the case part around the tube is not pointy and there are tiny bevels
4 .the tube carries all gaskets, the watch is fully waterresistant
5. the dial and hands carry blue lume instead of green
Let me emphasize, that all parts are genuine Rolex parts, no aftermarket parts have been used.
I am kind of a purist in that regard at least
Dalton - the weak and weepy Bond!
You should read my thread
Dalton - the weak and weepy Bond!
Too hungover lol
Whole new, updated interpretation of a classic !! WELL DONE !
Now, ...
what's the total amount in € you've chipped in to make it happen ??
Thanks for the compliment, I'll not speak about money as it's very saddening and complicated
We must see OHMSS together one day!
Dalton - the weak and weepy Bond!
That looks fantastic! Congratulations. Wear it and enjoy it! -{
I think the watch is stunning, only thing that would annoy me is the different coloured lume
Stunning Rolex should do a limited run, I certainly think there would be a market
Ross
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=111006352799&ssPageName=ADME:L:OC:US:3160
Tiffany Case: And which do you prefer?
James Bond: Well, as long as the collars and cuffs match...
In real night, the glow is not so strong and you barely see the difference. And I focus on the dial an not on the bezel at night.
I agree, Rolex should release a vintage collection.
Dalton - the weak and weepy Bond!
There are loads of Bond Straps, True Bond Straps, Real Bond Straps, Original Bond Straps available now plus variations on the theme. In my opinion, the most accurate version can be found here...
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Real-Bond-Nato-Strap-Band-20mm-New-Version-/281207248153?pt=UK_Jewelery_Watches_Watches_MensWatches_GL&var=&hash=item4179421519
It is also my current favourite...
I have a similar one - better quality but don't like it.
Dalton - the weak and weepy Bond!