Okay, guys, let’s dive into this project. I got my hands on this Patek Philippe Golden Ellipse 5738R, and man, it’s a beauty. But you know me, I wanted to make it even better. So, I started by carefully taking it apart. This wasn’t my first rodeo, but every time I do this, I’m always amazed at how intricate these watches are.
First thing I noticed was the 18kt rose gold case. It’s polished and has this really sleek look. The original dial is a black dial, which is nice, but I wanted something a little different. So I went online, did some digging, and found a replacement dial that I thought would look awesome. Once I had the new dial, I carefully removed the original one. This part always makes me a bit nervous, you know? One wrong move and you could mess up the whole thing.
- Took apart the watch.
- Checked out the rose gold case.
- Found a new dial online.
- Swapped the original dial for the new one.
With the new dial in place, I moved on to the movement. This watch has the Patek Philippe calibre 240, which is super thin and self-winding. It’s got 27 jewels and 161 parts, and it beats at 21,600 vph. I cleaned every single part, making sure there was no dust or anything that could cause problems. Then I oiled it up real good, using the good stuff, not the cheap oil.
Putting It All Back Together
Putting it back together was like solving a puzzle. Every part has its place, and you gotta get it just right. I started with the movement, making sure all the gears and springs were exactly where they should be. Then I put the new dial on, followed by the rose gold hands. The final step was putting it all back in the rose gold case. Took me a while, but it was worth it.
I also saw that Patek Philippe came out with a new version of this watch with a chain-style bracelet. It’s the first time they’ve done that since the early 1980s. Looks pretty cool, but I decided to stick with the classic leather strap for this project. Maybe I’ll try the chain bracelet on another watch someday.
When I finally finished, I wound it up and put it on my wrist. It felt great, like I had accomplished something big. Seeing it tick away, I knew all the hard work had paid off. This watch is inspired by the “golden section”, which is a ratio of 1 / 1.6181. It’s supposed to be this perfect proportion that’s found in nature and art. I don’t know about all that, but I do know this watch looks amazing.
So, there you have it. That’s how I remade the Patek Philippe Golden Ellipse 5738R. It was a fun project, and I’m really happy with how it turned out. If you’re thinking about doing something like this, just take your time, be careful, and make sure you have all the right tools. It’s not easy, but it’s definitely worth it in the end.
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