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Post by scubarob99 on Feb 16, 2015 5:22:23 GMT -8
So, I got this beat up specimen a couple of years ago...it lay in my parts bin, then recently I picked up a yellow 6002 and thought I will need to clean it up a bit, a beat up ex donor is the perfect place to start practicing disassembly and delicate case brushing. I am happy with the results, the trick with the fine sanding pad is great and makes the light brushing fairly easy and foolproof. Rob  |
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Post by scubarob99 on Feb 16, 2015 5:24:32 GMT -8
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Post by sdoocms on Feb 16, 2015 6:57:01 GMT -8
Looks pretty good to me!
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Post by scubarob99 on Feb 16, 2015 7:08:46 GMT -8
It's the black one ( ok...the dark blue one) it was really beat to s&$t and I always just meant to use the case to pretty much store the movement...now I'm waiting on gaskets ,crystal, pushers/ springs and crown/ stem to arrive from different continents so that my donor can become a wearer. Rob. The bits are coming in two's so that the yellow one gets a much needed facelift as well.  |
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Post by Deleted on Feb 16, 2015 8:09:59 GMT -8
It's the black one ( ok...the dark blue one) it was really beat to s&$t and I always just meant to use the case to pretty much store the movement...now I'm waiting on gaskets ,crystal, pushers/ springs and crown/ stem to arrive from different continents so that my donor can become a wearer. Rob. The bits are coming in two's so that the yellow one gets a much needed facelift as well. Rob, I have an inventory of Swedefreak/ East Tech 6139-600x gasket sets.....If you need a set to get the watch completed just say the word and I'll be happy to gift you a set for the project. Also have lots of oem seiko 6139 pushers and springs Shawn |
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Post by trandy on Feb 16, 2015 9:45:32 GMT -8
Looking good Rob!
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Post by Groundhog66 on Feb 16, 2015 9:52:27 GMT -8
Looks good, Rob!
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Post by Deleted on Feb 16, 2015 9:58:44 GMT -8
So, I got this beat up specimen a couple of years ago...it lay in my parts bin, then recently I picked up a yellow 6002 and thought I will need to clean it up a bit, a beat up ex donor is the perfect place to start practicing disassembly and delicate case brushing. I am happy with the results, the trick with the fine sanding pad is great and makes the light brushing fairly easy and foolproof. Rob What a simple solution  I have a selection of these sanding pads; will have to give then a try. |
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Post by scubarob99 on Feb 16, 2015 10:04:07 GMT -8
Thank you, gentlemen for the kind words ( although I shouldn't be encouraged since it just bogs me down deeper into this WIS thing)
Shawn, thank you so much for your generous offer, I do have pushers/ springs and two sets of gaskets coming in from VTA (thank you, Adrian) and crystals that will soon be making their way to me from Colorado ( thank you,Spencer) I thank you again, and I'm very grateful to be part of this community.
Rob
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Post by Deleted on Feb 16, 2015 11:27:45 GMT -8
An electric motor with a small chuck fitted to the shaft is also a cheap way to refinish cases. You can put a flapper wheel or polishing mop into the chuck and away you go.
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Post by mar52 on Feb 16, 2015 11:35:43 GMT -8
An electric motor with a small chuck fitted to the shaft is also a cheap way to refinish cases. You can put a flapper wheel or polishing mop into the chuck and away you go. But how do you control or follow the shape of the case? |
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Post by Deleted on Feb 16, 2015 12:42:32 GMT -8
An electric motor with a small chuck fitted to the shaft is also a cheap way to refinish cases. You can put a flapper wheel or polishing mop into the chuck and away you go. But how do you control or follow the shape of the case? You turn it in your hand. That's what I do but I had a little practice metal refinishing over the years. Another way would be to put a bit of wood with some resting angles on it if that makes sense so when you turn the case it stays at the same level and position. The secret to a good finish is to use the correct wheels/grade grits and to practice, practice, practice. That said if you want 100% perfect every time then you'd need to go buy a lapping machine but my method is better than just spinning them up in a lathe and running sand paper over them. These cases didn't have constant lines hence why you need a flapper wheel to do it factory finish in most cases. Not to say Rob has not done a super job as he has I'm just saying a electric motor is a cheap option rather than a costly lathe or lapping machine. Mike aka polythecat gets amazing results by hand only just like Rob has. The key is not to use the same grit throught. Just my view so don't shoot to kill folks. |
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Post by mar52 on Feb 16, 2015 13:47:46 GMT -8
Thank you. I need to find some "trash" cases with which to play.
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Post by philsinclair on Feb 16, 2015 14:19:24 GMT -8
Hi. Check out the Dremel range of tools and accessories. Careful, that stuff can be addictive. Cheers Phil
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