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 Posted: Wed May 5th, 2010 09:39 am
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 bigrustypig wrote:
This is a wonderful idea and looks like a unique project, with low production numbers.

Steve, I am assuming buckles will be same material, too, right? Would you sell an extra buckle (of same to different design) to each buyer?

Brown case, brown dial, distressed brown strap.....picturing this in my mind already. my love.gif

I agree with Froschd.....the cleaner the dial, the better IMHO.


I don't know yet, it looks as if smaller parts like crowns need to be made from steel, I am not sure on the buckle, I will get the details. maybe the crown, case back and buckle are steel and you could specify the finish for those parts.

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 Steve Laughlin wrote: bigrustypig wrote:
This is a wonderful idea and looks like a unique project, with low production numbers.

Steve, I am assuming buckles will be same material, too, right? Would you sell an extra buckle (of same to different design) to each buyer?

Brown case, brown dial, distressed brown strap.....picturing this in my mind already. my love.gif

I agree with Froschd.....the cleaner the dial, the better IMHO.


I don't know yet, it looks as if smaller parts like crowns need to be made from steel, I am not sure on the buckle, I will get the details. maybe the crown, case back and buckle are steel and you could specify the finish for those parts.
Thanks, Steve. Now this is even MORE interesting! I could have the base as bronze then opt for steel/PVD on the rest. A 2-toned tool watch in a unique color and material is something truly elusive.

Then, I'd have lots of flexibility on the straps and maybe natos that come with black hardware. PVD buckles abound. In the end, a collector could build around the different components and colors and end up wth a different watch to suit his moods. Now that's somethingyou rock.gif
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 Ventura wrote: You could possibly have the crown etc pvd coated in a bronze type colour a bit like this copper pvd:

http://www.tz-uk.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=24&t=96758

Thanks heaps, VenturaThumbsUp02.gif. I liked the thread on that forum and really shows that the entire watch may be PVD'd bronze. From what I know, PVD is a process, not a material and if a b-new crown, back and buckle can be bronzed, I'd say that would be superyahoo.gifyahoo.gifyahoo.gif
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 bigrustypig wrote:
Ventura wrote: You could possibly have the crown etc pvd coated in a bronze type colour a bit like this copper pvd:



Thanks heaps, VenturaThumbsUp02.gif. I liked the thread on that forum and really shows that the entire watch may be PVD'd bronze. From what I know, PVD is a process, not a material and if a b-new crown, back and buckle can be bronzed, I'd say that would be superyahoo.gifyahoo.gifyahoo.gif

I think it is better to keep it steel or PVD, the bronze colored PVD will not match the case and it won't patina either. the steel parts or "white metals" will compliment the aging bronze case. the black PVD would also look good against the bronze.
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 Guys this will not be as durable as SS or Ti but the point of the Bronze watch is more of a statement piece. It will hold up rather well and the price point here is awesome. If at the time I am done with my home improvement stuff and updating my home computer network I'll likely jump on this. Have a few more things to do. That is why you all have not seen me buying watches. But may get back at it soon just allot slower for awhile.

Like that bronze Anomino one of my doctors last year had one. Very sweet watches.
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 This is a real cook idea Steve, I'm liking this more and more:)
you are a influence!!:)
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 if anyone wants great info on bronze cases check out ANonimo's site for info...I love the bronze cases...Patina RULES
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 Steve Laughlin wrote: Let's talk about this... A bronze alloy 1000m Moray that would be highly resistant against corrosion. This bronze alloy is used on naval ship parts and hatches that are exposed to sea water at all times.

The bronze will tarnish and Patina quickly into unique colors that would make each Moray have its own personality.

We can make these watches and they will need to be made 1 at a time, so we can make as few, or as many as are requested, but the cost of the Alloy case would put these watches somewhere around $1,400 more or less. Price is subject to change.

This Moray would have the ETA 2824-2 or better movement.

We will also be making brushed, blasted, polished, and PVD Morays in the future with the new Miyota 9015 and pricing similar to the first Moray.

Above: design ideas


Above: Left, a new case. Right, patina from oils, air, and time.



Steve...I'm liking the idea of doing a Bronze cased Moray very, very much.ThumbsUp02.gif

I happen to absolutly love the bronze cased Anonimos (have to admit, I've almost pulled the trigger on one of those several times).

Looks like a fantastic option and the flexibility to build them in low numbers keeps them very exclusive.

Since you are going with the UNI5275 bronze that offers excellent corrosion and oxidation resistance, will you also be offering a true waterproof strap (similar to the kodiak type straps)?

I like it!

 

 
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 AWESOME!!!  Anonimo is one of my favorite watches that I'll probably never buy...this will fill that gap nicely!  Great looking piece!
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 Since the bronze watches are going to be individually made, would it be possible to have a different dial?Something more unique to the bronze moray. Not sure how practical it would be to make a new dial for a just a few pieces.
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 Steve, thanks for your inputs on the steel/PVD viz the bronze PVD. You make senseThumbsUp02.gif.

We will await.
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 abmw wrote:
Since the bronze watches are going to be individually made, would it be possible to have a different dial?Something more unique to the bronze moray. Not sure how practical it would be to make a new dial for a just a few pieces.

I was wondering what a greenish/tarnish colored dial would look like.

We can talk about the dial color and design if you like... any new ideas? let me know.

I like the black dial with the minute marks, but we can come up with some other ideas and see if they look better, and see if it is possible.

Last edited on Fri May 7th, 2010 09:41 am by Steve Laughlin
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