Today, I wanna talk about my little project of remaking the Patek Philippe Gondolo 7042/100R-010. I first saw this beauty on the official flagship store, and let me tell you, it was love at first sight. This thing is not just a watch; it’s a piece of art. So, I thought, why not try to recreate it?
First off, I spent hours just staring at the pictures online. The 7042/100R-010 model, man, it’s got this warm 18ct rose gold that just glows. And the diamonds? Don’t even get me started. I noted down every little detail I could, the way the diamonds are set, the shape of the case, that pearl rose gold strap, everything.
Then came the fun part – gathering materials. Now, I didn’t have actual 18ct rose gold lying around, so I had to get creative. I found some pretty decent rose gold-colored metal that could give that warm look. For the diamonds, let’s just say I became best friends with my local craft store. They had these tiny, sparkly rhinestones that looked the part, at least from a distance.
Breaking It Down
- The Case: The Gondolo has this unique, rectangular shape, which Patek Philippe calls a “form” watch. I used some modeling clay to get the basic shape right, then covered it with the rose gold-colored metal. It wasn’t easy, but after a few tries, I got something that looked kinda like the real deal.
- The Dial: Oh boy, the dial. The original has this diamond-paved dial that’s just stunning. I stuck those tiny rhinestones one by one onto a piece of paper cut to fit the case. It took forever, but seeing it all sparkly was worth it.
- The Strap: The strap was the easiest part. I found a rose gold-colored chain that looked similar to the pearl rose gold strap of the original. I just had to adjust the length and attach it to the case.
Putting it all together was like solving a puzzle. I had to be super careful not to mess up the dial or scratch the case. But once everything was in place, I stepped back and, yeah, I was pretty proud of myself. It wasn’t a perfect replica, obviously. I mean, the real one is like, over a hundred grand! But my version, it captured the essence of the Gondolo, the elegance, the luxury, the bling.
This project, it wasn’t just about making a watch. It was about appreciating the craftsmanship, the design, the sheer beauty of the Patek Philippe Gondolo. It made me realize how much work goes into these luxury pieces. And hey, it was a ton of fun. Would I do it again? Maybe. But next time, I might need a magnifying glass and a whole lot more patience.
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