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Today is a special one a project I’ve been wanting to do for quite some time. This is the watch that started it all, or at least that’s what some experts say THE Paul Newman Daytona, reference 6239.

The original sold for an incredible $17 million, setting a new standard and inspiring a whole new wave of vintage watch collectors. This one may not be as fancy, but I put a lot of effort into making it as accurate as possible within the boundaries of what can still be considered affordable.

Built for a client who has now become a friend. Enjoy!

JK base watch with the correct bezel and dial, fully aged and reworked bla bla bla

Today is a special one a project I’ve been wanting to do for quite some time. This is the watch that started it all, or at least that’s what some experts say THE Paul Newman Daytona, reference 6239.

The original sold for an incredible $17 million, setting a new standard and inspiring a whole new wave of vintage watch collectors. This one may not be as fancy, but I put a lot of effort into making it as accurate as possible within the boundaries of what can still be considered affordable.

Built for a client who has now become a friend. Enjoy!

JK base watch with the correct bezel and dial, fully aged and reworked bla bla bla

Today is a special one a project I’ve been wanting to do for quite some time. This is the watch that started it all, or at least that’s what some experts say THE Paul Newman Daytona, reference 6239.

The original sold for an incredible $17 million, setting a new standard and inspiring a whole new wave of vintage watch collectors. This one may not be as fancy, but I put a lot of effort into making it as accurate as possible within the boundaries of what can still be considered affordable.

Built for a client who has now become a friend. Enjoy!

JK base watch with the correct bezel and dial, fully aged and reworked bla bla bla

Come on… is this dial insane or what?

This yellow dial is obviously a fantasy dial, but it’s based on a very real watch called the “Arabian Knight.” What makes it even more interesting is that the caseback is stamped 6265, a reference known for using the steel bezel instead of the black acrylic one (yes, plastic not Bakelite, which is a very common mistake people keep repeating, including me some times).

I’m copying the Phillips article below for anyone curious. I’m also about to get the same dial in black, so stay tuned for that…

https://www.phillips.com/detail/rolex/CH080318/21

Now about this build:

JK base, case reshaped for correct thickness and to fit the Viet bezel, ST19 movement adjusted to fit Valjoux spec dials, Viet rivet bracelet correct for the model, Sternkreuz plexy, and aftermarket but correct spec Rolex crown and tube, everything was reworked and carefully improved. If you have questions, I’m happy to answer.

Come on… is this dial insane or what?

This yellow dial is obviously a fantasy dial, but it’s based on a very real watch called the “Arabian Knight.” What makes it even more interesting is that the caseback is stamped 6265, a reference known for using the steel bezel instead of the black acrylic one (yes, plastic not Bakelite, which is a very common mistake people keep repeating, including me some times).

I’m copying the Phillips article below for anyone curious. I’m also about to get the same dial in black, so stay tuned for that…

https://www.phillips.com/detail/rolex/CH080318/21

Now about this build:

JK base, case reshaped for correct thickness and to fit the Viet bezel, ST19 movement adjusted to fit Valjoux spec dials, Viet rivet bracelet correct for the model, Sternkreuz plexy, and aftermarket but correct spec Rolex crown and tube, everything was reworked and carefully improved. If you have questions, I’m happy to answer.

Come on… is this dial insane or what?

This yellow dial is obviously a fantasy dial, but it’s based on a very real watch called the “Arabian Knight.” What makes it even more interesting is that the caseback is stamped 6265, a reference known for using the steel bezel instead of the black acrylic one (yes, plastic not Bakelite, which is a very common mistake people keep repeating, including me some times).

I’m copying the Phillips article below for anyone curious. I’m also about to get the same dial in black, so stay tuned for that…

https://www.phillips.com/detail/rolex/CH080318/21

Now about this build:

JK base, case reshaped for correct thickness and to fit the Viet bezel, ST19 movement adjusted to fit Valjoux spec dials, Viet rivet bracelet correct for the model, Sternkreuz plexy, and aftermarket but correct spec Rolex crown and tube, everything was reworked and carefully improved. If you have questions, I’m happy to answer.

JK base watch reworked to fit the Viet bezel and dial, reinforced pusher adapters, upgraded crown and tube, and finished with a Tropic 21 plexy. Built with care for a really cool guy, enjoy it brother!

JK base watch reworked to fit the Viet bezel and dial, reinforced pusher adapters, upgraded crown and tube, and finished with a Tropic 21 plexy. Built with care for a really cool guy, enjoy it brother!

JK base watch reworked to fit the Viet bezel and dial, reinforced pusher adapters, upgraded crown and tube, and finished with a Tropic 21 plexy. Built with care for a really cool guy, enjoy it brother!

This build was carefully put together and no part was left unattended. Base is the well-known JK case with an ST19 movement modified to fit the Valjoux-spec dial with frozen 6 o’clock subdial.

One detail I’m especially proud of is the handset. On these early references, the seconds hand is slightly thinner than the other two, and getting that look right was pretty challenging, so I’m very happy about it

The case was reshaped to fit the Viet one-line bezel, my personal favorite, while bringing the thickness down to around 13.6mm using a Sternkreuz Tropic 21 crystal.

Bracelet is a Viet folded/rivet 19mm, correct for the model, with some light aging throughout the watch.

Really happy with how this one came out, hope the new owner enjoys it as much as I enjoyed building it. Happy to answer any questions.

This build was carefully put together and no part was left unattended. Base is the well-known JK case with an ST19 movement modified to fit the Valjoux-spec dial with frozen 6 o’clock subdial.

One detail I’m especially proud of is the handset. On these early references, the seconds hand is slightly thinner than the other two, and getting that look right was pretty challenging, so I’m very happy about it

The case was reshaped to fit the Viet one-line bezel, my personal favorite, while bringing the thickness down to around 13.6mm using a Sternkreuz Tropic 21 crystal.

Bracelet is a Viet folded/rivet 19mm, correct for the model, with some light aging throughout the watch.

Really happy with how this one came out, hope the new owner enjoys it as much as I enjoyed building it. Happy to answer any questions.

This build was carefully put together and no part was left unattended. Base is the well-known JK case with an ST19 movement modified to fit the Valjoux-spec dial with frozen 6 o’clock subdial.

One detail I’m especially proud of is the handset. On these early references, the seconds hand is slightly thinner than the other two, and getting that look right was pretty challenging, so I’m very happy about it

The case was reshaped to fit the Viet one-line bezel, my personal favorite, while bringing the thickness down to around 13.6mm using a Sternkreuz Tropic 21 crystal.

Bracelet is a Viet folded/rivet 19mm, correct for the model, with some light aging throughout the watch.

Really happy with how this one came out, hope the new owner enjoys it as much as I enjoyed building it. Happy to answer any questions.

I’ll be working on the next builds soon. The next step is case reshaping and aging, so there’s still a lot to do, but this dial selection is beautiful. I’m really happy with how the aging turned out. Enjoy! And stay tuned !

I’ll be working on the next builds soon. The next step is case reshaping and aging, so there’s still a lot to do, but this dial selection is beautiful. I’m really happy with how the aging turned out. Enjoy! And stay tuned !

I’ll be working on the next builds soon. The next step is case reshaping and aging, so there’s still a lot to do, but this dial selection is beautiful. I’m really happy with how the aging turned out. Enjoy! Amd stay tuned

The inspiration for this build is a very rare and special model made in 18k gold with a lemon Paul Newman dial, this is the very definition of a grail,
Specs:
Jkf base replica watch - the pusher adapter was reinforced to avoid any future problems
Viet dial - movement was adapted to fit this dial made for valjoux 72
Clark plexi
Very simple, clean execution, this piece is available for purchase, pm me for details enjoy
(Last picture is an ongoing work, enjoy )

The inspiration for this build is a very rare and special model made in 18k gold with a lemon Paul Newman dial, this is the very definition of a grail,
Specs:
Jkf base replica watch - the pusher adapter was reinforced to avoid any future problems
Viet dial - movement was adapted to fit this dial made for valjoux 72
Clark plexi
Very simple, clean execution, this piece is available for purchase, pm me for details enjoy
(Last picture is an ongoing work, enjoy )

Big thanks to my friend Infamous for always recommending the bees clients !

Not every day I get to build one of these without aging and I’ve gotta say, I love how it turned out.

Specs:

JKF base watch
Viet dial
Viet bakelite bezel
Aftermarket Triplock crown
Alpha hands with thinner subdial hands
Sternkreuz plexi (my favorite, Thanks to my dear friend)

Work performed:

Full disassembly
Mid-case machined to properly fit the Viet bezel
Case back reworked to match 13.5mm
Movement front plate modified to accept the Viet dial (Valjoux layout)
New crown & tube installed
All gaskets serviced and lubricated
Plexi installed

Clean, sharp, and ready to go.

Feel free to ask if you’ve got any questions hope you enjoy it as much as I do. less

Not every day I get to build one of these without aging and I’ve gotta say, I love how it turned out.

Specs:

JKF base watch
Viet dial
Viet bakelite bezel
Aftermarket Triplock crown
Alpha hands with thinner subdial hands
Sternkreuz plexi (my favorite, Thanks to my dear friend)

Work performed:

Full disassembly
Mid-case machined to properly fit the Viet bezel
Case back reworked to match 13.5mm
Movement front plate modified to accept the Viet dial (Valjoux layout)
New crown & tube installed
All gaskets serviced and lubricated
Plexi installed

Clean, sharp, and ready to go.

Feel free to ask if you’ve got any questions hope you enjoy it as much as I do.

Not every day I get to build one of these without aging and I’ve gotta say, I love how it turned out.

Specs:

JKF base watch
Viet dial
Viet bakelite bezel
Aftermarket Triplock crown
Alpha hands with thinner subdial hands
Sternkreuz plexi (my favorite, Thanks to my dear friend)

Work performed:

Full disassembly
Mid-case machined to properly fit the Viet bezel
Case back reworked to match 13.5mm
Movement front plate modified to accept the Viet dial (Valjoux layout)
New crown & tube installed
All gaskets serviced and lubricated
Plexi installed

Clean, sharp, and ready to go.

Feel free to ask if you’ve got any questions hope you enjoy it as much as I do.