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EDDVM · 25 December 2009, 09:54 AM

There is a local guy that Is doing pvd coatings. Very high quality. He is doing knives and gun's ect. He did a cheap eco-drive watch and it looked GREAT!!. I am thinking about doing my DSSD or maby a SUB in the PVD coating. It would looking something like the pro-hunter. There is a used sub Head only I can pick up for about $2850. I would use a nice aftermarket band no point in spending a 1000 for a band that is going to be coated. or maby a nylon strap like the bond Sub. Its in fair condition and would make a good prospect for modification. I am just wondering what every one thinks about the PVD, Black, and prohunter's. I know its not original but I think it looks cool. Also has any one seen a Genuine Used Pro-hunter on the market.

JBat · 25 December 2009, 09:57 AM

I don't care for it myself.

therolexguy · 29 December 2009, 12:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jbat

i don't care for it myself.

x2

BealeAss · 29 December 2009, 01:05 PM

I like it on the watch, but not the bracelet. Perhaps on a nato it would be the tits.

smallcandle · 25 December 2009, 10:01 AM

Don't like it, but do what makes YOU happy.

JimC · 25 December 2009, 10:33 AM

If you like it, that deal might just be the way to go. Couldn't see taking a new(er) one, complete, but as you said, the head and a strap, might be a different project. Everyone is different, and seems like that look catches your eye. Good luck!

Salmosalar · 25 December 2009, 11:04 AM

PVD is an ok method for surface treatment, but I would prefer DLC, diamond like coating. More expensive but will most likely be more durable.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

tinknock71 · 25 December 2009, 01:38 PM

I have never been a big fan of the murdered out Rolex. But everyone has different taste.

larrysb · 25 December 2009, 03:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Salmosalar

PVD is an ok method for surface treatment, but I would prefer DLC, diamond like coating. More expensive but will most likely be more durable.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

I have a Japan-domestic-market Seiko titanium with Diashield coating. It works great and gives the metal a smooth, silky feeling.

TempoKing · 25 December 2009, 01:43 PM

I think you are asking for trouble...lol

kyle L · 25 December 2009, 02:45 PM

I saw one today at a local Wendys, sorry to say it..... but it looked fantastic.

Real stealthy.

sleddog · 25 December 2009, 06:38 PM

Personaly,PVD is not for me!!!!
If you like it though,go for it.....It's your watch and you'll be wearing it!!

Dr. Robert · 25 December 2009, 06:46 PM

I like it.......& on a black Zulu or NATO strap, very cool............I'd wear it & my hero Darth Vader would wear it

R1@160@alltimes · 25 December 2009, 06:51 PM

not my thing

Tombstone · 25 December 2009, 07:44 PM

I have seen some I love and some which look poor. I say do as you like.

2careless · 25 December 2009, 08:52 PM

Just wondering how deep a scratch is needed on a PVD coated surface to reveal the underlying metal?
Wouldn't it be very unsightly?

phelix_da_kat · 25 December 2009, 09:09 PM

I actually like a bit of black on my Rolex.
But not too much..

Maybe something like

http://www.projectxdesigns.com/details2_limited-1.html

or

http://www.projectxdesigns.com/details2_PXDDS3.html

esm · 25 December 2009, 09:12 PM

wouldn't mind having a PVD or DLC rollie on a strap. That would be cool IMO.

airhkg · 25 December 2009, 09:51 PM

Nope but watches are like anything else. Buy what you like not what others like.

AWATCH · 25 December 2009, 10:38 PM

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Originally Posted by airhkg

Nope but watches are like anything else. Buy what you like not what others like.

SDDS · 25 December 2009, 11:08 PM

i like the look of PVD but would not do it on my watches

Jason71 · 25 December 2009, 11:19 PM

It looks and wears great!!! I wouldn't do it to more than 1 Rolex, or to my only Rolex. But, if you have several Rolex watches to wear........and you have some stones.......I say go for it.

DS_Obsessed · 25 December 2009, 11:30 PM

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Originally Posted by jclevoy

It looks and wears great!!! I wouldn't do it to more than 1 Rolex, or to my only Rolex. But, if you have several Rolex watches to wear........and you have some stones.......I say go for it.

I don't have enough watches to consider it. But if I could pick up a less expensive Sub or SD, I wouldn't mind a watch like Jason's. I think it looks sharp and it's different. But I'm still in the accumulation phaze and am not quite there yet.

accutronman · 25 December 2009, 11:36 PM

Perhaps like this from Luxist.com

Jason71 · 26 December 2009, 03:09 AM

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Originally Posted by DS_Obsessed

I don't have enough watches to consider it. But if I could pick up a less expensive Sub or SD, I wouldn't mind a watch like Jason's. I think it looks sharp and it's different. But I'm still in the accumulation phaze and am not quite there yet.

Just be patient, and save your shekels. It does help to have a 2nd 16600. My other SeaDweller is an M-serial in MINT condition. That one will stay completely factory correct

rolexsubdate · 26 December 2009, 03:21 AM

How difficult it is to take it off??? because from what I am seeing, your resale value just dropped 50% ....

SDDS · 26 December 2009, 03:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jclevoy

It looks and wears great!!! I wouldn't do it to more than 1 Rolex, or to my only Rolex. But, if you have several Rolex watches to wear........and you have some stones.......I say go for it.

every time i see this pic.. i think about PVD

Dr. Robert · 26 December 2009, 05:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jclevoy

It looks and wears great!!! I wouldn't do it to more than 1 Rolex, or to my only Rolex. But, if you have several Rolex watches to wear........and you have some stones.......I say go for it.

Jason I love the watch...a lot....it brings out my inner Darth Vader.

carlhaluss · 26 December 2009, 08:36 AM

If you can't live without it, go for it. While the looks are great, in my book it is not very durable. I had a Breitling Blacksteel with the DLC coating - which is even more durable. I banged it against something, and the coating chipped of on the sharp edge of the bezel. You can't get this coating polished or anything, once it is damaged. You have to be even more careful that with just the plain stainless.
Personally, I would not mess with a Rolex and just leave it as is. I agree it's a great look, but as with everything, there is a price to pay not just in $$$$.
Besides, what was at one time an unusual look, is now becoming pretty common anyway. Up to you, but if I wanted to change the look of my watch, I would spend the money on any one of a number of great looking aftermarket leather straps you can get.
Merry Christmas,
Carl

vukotab · 29 December 2009, 02:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jclevoy

It looks and wears great!!! I wouldn't do it to more than 1 Rolex, or to my only Rolex. But, if you have several Rolex watches to wear........and you have some stones.......I say go for it.

I`ll be damn, but that looks awesome!

25 December 2009, 09:54 AM	#1
EDDVM Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Ed Location: salem Watch: more than one :) Posts: 55	PVD coating. what does everyone think. There is a local guy that Is doing pvd coatings. Very high quality. He is doing knives and gun's ect. He did a cheap eco-drive watch and it looked GREAT!!. I am thinking about doing my DSSD or maby a SUB in the PVD coating. It would looking something like the pro-hunter. There is a used sub Head only I can pick up for about $2850. I would use a nice aftermarket band no point in spending a 1000 for a band that is going to be coated. or maby a nylon strap like the bond Sub. Its in fair condition and would make a good prospect for modification. I am just wondering what every one thinks about the PVD, Black, and prohunter's. I know its not original but I think it looks cool. Also has any one seen a Genuine Used Pro-hunter on the market.

29 December 2009, 01:05 PM	#4
BealeAss 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: NH Posts: 423	I like it on the watch, but not the bracelet. Perhaps on a nato it would be the tits. __________________ Rolex 16610 LV Sub Rolex 116500 LN Daytona JLC 270.8.54 Reverso Cartier Santos SS/18K - FS!

25 December 2009, 10:33 AM	#6
JimC "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Jim Location: Anchorage, Alaska Watch: Rolex Posts: 1,188	If you like it, that deal might just be the way to go. Couldn't see taking a new(er) one, complete, but as you said, the head and a strap, might be a different project. Everyone is different, and seems like that look catches your eye. Good luck! __________________ My collection, in order of acquisition: 16610 Sub (Z serial) 16710 GMT-Master II (Coke and Pepsi) (Z serial) 16570 Explorer II (White) (F serial) 116660 Deepsea (V serial) 79270 Tudor Tiger Chrono (red dial)

25 December 2009, 11:04 AM	#7
Salmosalar "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Gary Location: West Michigan Watch: TUDOR ICONAUT Posts: 126	In my opinion...no PVD is an ok method for surface treatment, but I would prefer DLC, diamond like coating. More expensive but will most likely be more durable. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! __________________ That darn TUDOR guy!

25 December 2009, 06:38 PM	#12
sleddog TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Rob Location: Nearby. Posts: 24,930	Personaly,PVD is not for me!!!! If you like it though,go for it.....It's your watch and you'll be wearing it!! __________________ He who wears a Rolex is always on time, even when late!! TRF's "After Dark" Bar & Nightclub Patron-Founding Member..

25 December 2009, 09:57 AM	#2
JBat "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: John Location: Washington Watch: 16710, 16610, DJ Posts: 7,329	I don't care for it myself.

25 December 2009, 10:01 AM	#5
smallcandle "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Brian Location: Kansas Watch: 16610, Omega PO Posts: 1,898	Don't like it, but do what makes YOU happy.

25 December 2009, 01:38 PM	#8
tinknock71 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Real Name: Derik Location: Michigan Watch: GMT IIC Posts: 101	I have never been a big fan of the murdered out Rolex. But everyone has different taste.

25 December 2009, 01:43 PM	#10
TempoKing Banned Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Anastasios Location: Athens Greece Watch: Rolex GMT 1675 Posts: 8,497	I think you are asking for trouble...lol

25 December 2009, 02:45 PM	#11
kyle L "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: USA Watch: Rolex Explorer I Posts: 10,278	I saw one today at a local Wendys, sorry to say it..... but it looked fantastic. Real stealthy.

25 December 2009, 06:46 PM	#13
Dr. Robert 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Bob Location: U.S.A. Watch: 1655 Posts: 64,018	I like it.......& on a black Zulu or NATO strap, very cool............I'd wear it & my hero Darth Vader would wear it

25 December 2009, 06:51 PM	#14
R1@160@alltimes "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: USA Watch: ♛ Posts: 4,408	not my thing __________________

25 December 2009, 07:44 PM	#15
Tombstone "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Richard Location: LV, NV Watch: LV Sub and others Posts: 2,689	I have seen some I love and some which look poor. I say do as you like. __________________ Always working...by choice

25 December 2009, 08:52 PM	#16
2careless "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Melbourne, AU Watch: Pepsi Posts: 4,370	Just wondering how deep a scratch is needed on a PVD coated surface to reveal the underlying metal? Wouldn't it be very unsightly?

25 December 2009, 09:09 PM	#17
phelix_da_kat "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: UK Watch: 16520 Posts: 351	I actually like a bit of black on my Rolex. But not too much.. Maybe something like http://www.projectxdesigns.com/details2_limited-1.html or http://www.projectxdesigns.com/details2_PXDDS3.html

25 December 2009, 09:12 PM	#18
esm "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Eric Location: Location,Location Watch: this, bro... Posts: 15,340	wouldn't mind having a PVD or DLC rollie on a strap. That would be cool IMO.

25 December 2009, 09:51 PM	#19
airhkg Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Hong Kong Watch: Sub, SMP GMT Co-Ax Posts: 193	Nope but watches are like anything else. Buy what you like not what others like.

25 December 2009, 11:08 PM	#21
SDDS "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Yazan Location: Canada Posts: 4,782	i like the look of PVD but would not do it on my watches __________________ Patek Philippe 5167 Patek Philippe 5905P black dial Rolex Deepsea 116660 M series Rolex Oysterquartz 17000 N series Rolex OP 41MM 124300 Green Dial

25 December 2009, 11:19 PM	#22
Jason71 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Jason Location: USA Watch: Rolex/Tudor Divers Posts: 7,973	It looks and wears great!!! I wouldn't do it to more than 1 Rolex, or to my only Rolex. But, if you have several Rolex watches to wear........and you have some stones.......I say go for it. __________________ Best Regards, Jason Just Say "NO" to Polishing Card-Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch Curmudgeons LIfe is too short to wear inexpensive watches PLEXI IS SEXY

26 December 2009, 03:21 AM	#26
rolexsubdate Banned Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: The Moon Posts: 1,238	How difficult it is to take it off??? because from what I am seeing, your resale value just dropped 50% ....

26 December 2009, 08:36 AM	#29
carlhaluss "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Carl Location: Vancouver, Canada Watch: Rolex Explorer 1 Posts: 1,780	If you can't live without it, go for it. While the looks are great, in my book it is not very durable. I had a Breitling Blacksteel with the DLC coating - which is even more durable. I banged it against something, and the coating chipped of on the sharp edge of the bezel. You can't get this coating polished or anything, once it is damaged. You have to be even more careful that with just the plain stainless. Personally, I would not mess with a Rolex and just leave it as is. I agree it's a great look, but as with everything, there is a price to pay not just in $$$$. Besides, what was at one time an unusual look, is now becoming pretty common anyway. Up to you, but if I wanted to change the look of my watch, I would spend the money on any one of a number of great looking aftermarket leather straps you can get. Merry Christmas, Carl __________________ Those who possess a sense of entitlement are seldom satisfied.

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