Machining a watch case

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Thegreyman wrote: Sat Mar 30, 2019 8:25 pm
Ian Mc wrote: Thu Mar 28, 2019 10:09 pm I got the hammer and chisel out recently, and this emerged:IMG_20190328_205953.jpg
Still got a bit of finishing off to do, but you can see where it is heading.
I see an Ian Mc Royal Oak taking shape 8)
There is an influence on my design, I have to admit it!
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And here we have the latest escapee from Ian's amateur watch works
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That is some hobby you've got yourself involved in there! How on earth do you find the time for it? :clap:
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Can I just say:
'kin' awsome!
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Fab_u_lous. :clap:

That's really stylish. I like the long and rounded lugs. It must have been quite tricky to ensure all four are identical.

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You continue to amaze me!! :thumbup:
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Just read through the whole thread. Absolutely amazing. Great workmanship. You could turn the hobby into a profession. :-)
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Thanks for the comments everyone.
How do I find the time? I work 12 hr shifts which gives me blocks of 4 & 5 days off on regular rotation.
Anyway, after sitting for a couple of days to confirm its running ok, here are a couple more pics.
The next effort is now in the design stage. With luck it should be a step up again.
More to follow in due course.
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You clever sod.

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Can’t believe I’ve missed this thread in the past. Just finished reading it from the start. I tip my flat cap to you, absolutely fantastic work, you should be very proud of your efforts there. Looking forward to the next instalment from IAW
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