Today, I took a deep dive into the world of watches, specifically trying to replicate that classic, two-tone blue Rolex Submariner look. You know the one – it’s a real beauty, but the price tag? Ouch. So, I rolled up my sleeves to see if I could get that same vibe without, well, you know, spending a fortune. Here’s how the whole thing went down.
First off, I started hunting for the base watch. I needed something that had that Submariner feel but wasn’t going to be a straight-up copy. Something in the 42-43mm case size range, ’cause that just seems to be the sweet spot for a watch that’s noticeable but not over the top.
- Scoured a bunch of online stores and forums.
- Narrowed it down to a few models that had the right look.
After a ton of looking around, I found a decent base that ticked most of the boxes. It wasn’t perfect, but it had potential.
Next up, the modifications. This is where things got interesting. I wanted that two-tone effect, so I started looking into ways to add some gold accents. Found a couple of places online that sell aftermarket bezels and crowns – score! Ordered a blue bezel insert and a gold-colored crown, hoping they’d fit and look good together.
- Waited (not so) patiently for the parts to arrive.
- Watched a bunch of videos on how to swap out these parts without messing up the watch.
Once everything arrived, it was time to get my hands dirty. I’m no watchmaker, but I’m pretty handy. Carefully took the watch apart, swapped out the bezel insert and the crown. Let me tell you, working with those tiny screws was no joke! But, after some careful maneuvering, I managed to get everything in place.
Putting it all back together was a bit nerve-wracking, but I took my time, and it all clicked into place. Stepped back to admire my work, and honestly, it looked pretty darn good! The blue bezel really popped, and the gold crown added just the right amount of bling. It wasn’t an exact match to the Rolex, but it definitely had that same classy, two-tone thing going on.
The Result
I’ve been wearing my “homage” for a few days now, and I’m really digging it. It’s got that high-end look without the high-end price tag. Plus, there’s something satisfying about knowing I put it together myself. It’s not just a watch; it’s a little project I’m proud of.
So, that’s my adventure in trying to capture the essence of the Rolex Two-tone Blue Submariner. It was a fun little project, and it taught me a thing or two about watches. Would I do it again? Absolutely. Maybe next time, I’ll try a different style. The possibilities are endless, right?
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