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some handmade glass for a friend

Post16 Feb 2012, 22:03

it''s not always easy to find specialty glass for our beloved watches...here is a special Zodiac that
need new glass.
The glass was just to small to cut on a machine so i did it by hand..the first one was not to good and
the second was perfect. Cutting by hand is always a challence. The sides are cut so the underside is just
a little bit smaller to have a perfect fit without to much tension in the fold of the metal.

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a bad one
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a perfect one
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now we need suggestion to redo the mirror?
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Re: some handmade glass for a friend

Post17 Feb 2012, 02:49

Brilliant work Kasper !
I wonder who the lucky owner is ;-)

Here are some before shots:
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The lettering on the case is a bit worn, but it's recessed, so it should be quite easy to re-instate. I also plan to re-brush the case.
Does anyone have any suggestions/advice on using spray paint to achieve the mirror on the back of ths glass ? Here's a link Kasper found to a potential product:
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/KRYLON-LOOKI ... 9724987834

Rgds,
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Re: some handmade glass for a friend

Post09 Mar 2012, 15:53

Hi Guys

I never saw that brand before - looks superb. Is it rare ? (I guess so) year ?

Cheers

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Re: some handmade glass for a friend

Post09 Mar 2012, 20:49

1977 first LCD chrono module by ESA, medium rarity
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