Hey everyone, you won’t believe what I’ve been up to! I decided to get my hands dirty and remake a classic – the Patek Philippe Gondolo 7042/100R-010. Yeah, you heard that right, the one named after that fancy store in Rio, Gondolo & Labouriau. It’s like a piece of art, but it tells time, you know?
So, first off, I gathered all the parts. It’s a wild mix of original and, well, not-so-original stuff. Found some great resources online, like those that sell all sorts of parts. I mean, you wouldn’t believe the things you can find on the internet these days.
Breaking it Down
I started by taking apart my old watch – completely. It was kinda nerve-wracking, to be honest. Like, what if I mess up? But, you gotta crack some eggs to make an omelet, right?
- Disassembling: I carefully took out all those tiny screws and gears. It’s amazing how many little pieces make up a watch.
- Cleaning: Each part got a good cleaning. You wouldn’t believe how much gunk builds up in there.
- Studying: I spent hours looking at pictures and diagrams of the real Gondolo. Got to know it inside out. It’s like learning a new language, but with gears and springs.
Putting it Back Together
This was the tricky part. I used the knowledge I gained and started putting the pieces back together, but with the new, shiny parts. Some of them were a perfect fit, others, not so much. Let’s just say I had to get creative a few times.
- Assembling: Slowly but surely, I put those tiny parts back in place. It was like solving a really complicated puzzle.
- Adjusting: This was a pain. I had to keep tweaking and adjusting things to make sure it all worked together.
- Testing: I tested it a thousand times. Wore it around, checked the time, listened to the ticking. It’s like music to my ears!
The Final Result
And guess what? I did it! It’s not perfect, but it’s my very own remade Patek Philippe Gondolo. It’s got that classic style, and it actually tells time. It is like having a piece of history on my wrist. I wore it out the other day, and people were giving me all sorts of looks.
So, there you have it. My little adventure in watchmaking. It was a lot of work, but totally worth it. If you’re thinking about doing something like this, go for it! Just be prepared to get your hands dirty and maybe lose a few screws along the way. Trust me, the feeling you get when you finally see your creation ticking away is like nothing else.
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