Alright, let’s talk about this project I’ve been working on, a remake of the Patek Philippe Gondolo 4962/200R-001, the classic style one. It’s been quite a journey, and I’m pretty stoked to share how I went about it.
First off, I started by gathering every piece of info I could find about this watch. I went through tons of photos, articles, and even watched some videos to get a real feel for it. You know, it’s got that Art Deco vibe, measuring around 28.6 x 40.85 mm and 7.36 mm thick. Plus, it’s water-resistant up to 30 meters, which is pretty neat.
Then, I got down to designing. I carefully sketched out the case and dial, trying to capture that unique style of the original. The Gondolo Serata is known for its elegant look, so I wanted to make sure I got that right. I focused on the warm colors and the overall aesthetic that Patek Philippe is famous for. This model, the 4962/200R-001, has a rose gold case set with 94 spessartites, so I made sure to include those details in my design.
After I had the design down, I started to build it. I picked out some decent materials that looked the part, of course not as fancy as the real deal, but enough to get the feel. The case was the trickiest part. I had to shape it just right to match that sinuous Art Deco style, and it took a few tries to get it perfect.
- Designing: Sketched out the watch, focusing on dimensions and style.
- Material Selection: Chose materials that mimicked the original’s look.
- Case Construction: Shaped the case to match the Art Deco design.
- Dial Creation: Created a dial that resembled the original’s, with the right colors.
- Assembly: Put all the pieces together, ensuring everything fit perfectly.
- Testing: Checked the watch to make sure it looked and worked great.
For the dial, I managed to create something that resembled the original, using colors that matched the warm tones of the rose gold case. It was all about getting those little details right to make it look authentic. I then assembled the whole thing, making sure every part fit together just right.
The final step was checking my work. I spent some time looking at the finished watch, comparing it to pictures of the real Gondolo Serata. I wanted to make sure it felt right and captured the essence of the original. It was a bit of a process, but seeing it all come together was really rewarding.
Final Thoughts
This project was a blast. It’s not every day you get to remake a classic like the Patek Philippe Gondolo. It was challenging, for sure, but I learned a ton about watch design and construction. Plus, it’s just cool to have something I made that’s inspired by such a timeless piece. Hope you guys enjoyed hearing about it!
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