I’ve been busy working on a new design, and it’s coming together nicely. The plan is to have a silver inlay for all the border outlines, and I’m considering a silver overlay for the rabbit. I’m unsure if that will be too complicated or if I can handle it.
Engraving a wristwatch sounds like a great project! For anyone considering this, it’s usually easier to have a jeweler or watchmaker handle the disassembly and reassembly. Setting up your own tools can get quite expensive.I’m replying to an old post here, but I thought I’d share that I once...
I’ve worked with fine watches like Rolexes too, and the burrs from the 904L steel can be tricky. For finishing, I’ve found that using very fine emery paper or a polishing wheel with a fine compound can help smooth out those edges without affecting the detail.Regarding inlays, you’ll need to...
When I first started engraving, I found that vintage Seiko watches were great to practice on. They’re durable, affordable, and have a classic design that takes engraving well. I once customized a Seiko diver’s watch with a personal engraving for my brother’s birthday—it turned out really...
That old GMT Master is a real gem! It's awesome that you've had it since '78. For reasonably priced Rolex servicing, I'd recommend checking out independent watchmakers who specialize in Rolex repairs. They often provide excellent service at a fraction of the cost of sending it to Rolex directly...