Patek Philippe 6119G-001 Remake: Is it worth it? Find Original order quality here.

Okay, let’s talk about this watch project I did. It was a remake of the Patek Philippe Calatrava, specifically the 6119G-001 model. I’ve always been a fan of these watches, and the “Clous de Paris” pattern on the bezel is just so classy. I thought, “Why not try to recreate this?”

So, I started by looking into the original. I found out that Patek Philippe is this old independent watchmaker from Geneva. They’re like the kings of the watch world. This particular Calatrava model, the 6119G-001, is one of their signature pieces. It’s pretty well-known, and you can tell it’s a Patek just by looking at it.

The first thing I did was try to get a feel for the watch’s size and look. I read somewhere that Patek Philippe slightly increased the diameter of this model. So, I made sure to keep that in mind. Then, I started looking at that “Clous de Paris” pattern. It’s this intricate, hobnail pattern that’s guilloched onto the bezel. It’s a real eye-catcher, and I knew I had to get it right.

I spent hours just studying pictures of the watch, trying to understand how the pattern was made, also read a lot of data. I wanted to capture every little detail. It was tough, but also kind of fun, like solving a puzzle. I started sketching out the design, paying attention to the size and the pattern. It was a lot of trial and error. I redrew it several times until I was happy with it. And then I try to draw the whole design on my computer.

Once I had the design down, I started thinking about how to actually make it. This is where things got tricky. I had to consider materials. I decided to go with the same high-quality materials.

I kept going back to the original design, comparing it to my progress. I wanted to make sure I was staying true to the original. Finally, after many days, I finished it.

I must say, even though I do say so myself, it turned out pretty great. It’s not perfect, of course. There are some small differences. But overall, I think I managed to capture the essence of the original Patek Philippe Calatrava 6119G-001. It’s got that classic look, and the “Clous de Paris” pattern turned out really well. It was a challenging project, but I’m happy with how it turned out. It was a great learning experience, and I’m proud of what I accomplished.

The Key Points of What I Did

• Studied the original Patek Philippe Calatrava 6119G-001 to understand its design and features.
• Focused on the “Clous de Paris” pattern, figuring out how it was made and how to replicate it.
• Sketched the design multiple times, paying attention to the size and proportions of the watch.
• Considered materials and production methods, ultimately choosing high-quality options.
• Compared my work to the original design throughout the process to ensure accuracy.
• Completed the remake, capturing the essence of the original watch.

I’ll keep practicing and maybe try other models in the future. Who knows, maybe one day I’ll be able to create something as iconic as the Calatrava!