I fully modify the Pagani Design PD-1661. HOW did I do it?

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I fully modify the Pagani Design PD-1661. HOW did I do it?

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Welcome to another channel first. In this video, I take the latest release from Pagani Design, their 40mm case size PD-1661, and make some changes!
Check out my other video review of this watch to see what it was like before, and what I thought of it:
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In this video you will see me remove and realign the wonky ceramic bezel insert. You will hear me discuss how I removed the cyclops (as that was wonky too). You will see me guide you through the dismantling of the watch to replace the dial and hands with totally different items (that have usable lume) which really transform the look, for not much money! Finally you will see it on a new strap too, completing the overall look of the new version of this watch I call the Britannia Edition. The improvements were done, so I could see if parts meant for a Seiko would fit this watch perfectly, and they do!
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@ronnied13 4 жыл бұрын

I wouldn’t have opted for your colour choices but it was a great informative video and well worth the watch

@watchmewithwatches 4 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed!

@katerhofmann 4 жыл бұрын

Few weeks ago you asked what content we as subscribers want to see. More something like that. Modding ideas and how to do its. Excellent and inspiring video.

@watchmewithwatches 4 жыл бұрын

I like to give people what they want to see, alongside making content I want to make!

@timeandnourishment1961 4 жыл бұрын

Magnificent job, Dan. Your colour choice caused me to shed a patriotic tear (I'm British too - note the spelling of "colour "). As for the finger-johnnies, well.... safe modding, everyone!

@watchmewithwatches 4 жыл бұрын

Lol, I will wear it on the next royal birthday and wedding

@tarasmathers7423 2 жыл бұрын

what an improvement. I feel that the white dial, was a definite improvement. I would like to see it, w/ the stock bracelet, but I also understand, why you wouldn't want, to repeat the process, if you have no intention of wearing. it I too, do my own watch repairs/modifications. Tedious work, and definitely not, for those who have little patience, or aren't mechanically inclined. Really great presentation, on your part, w/ a step by step breakdown. Very informative, and quite realistic, IMHO. You're a born teacher. Thank you for sharing this process. Seriously, one of the best that I've seen. And I've seen many

@watchmewithwatches 2 жыл бұрын

Wow! Thank you for your great feedback 👍

@davidbaird1898 4 жыл бұрын

The best feeling is when the second hand comes to life after you fit it. Then it is just marry the case and movement, and job done. Great looking watch.

@watchmewithwatches 4 жыл бұрын

But mine started speaking Spanish, is that normal?

@davidbaird1898 4 жыл бұрын

watch me with watches ...si, señor...😂😂😂

@Tom_H327 Жыл бұрын

Wow! Impressive mod. I'm not keen on white dials or the hands you chose, but to each their own. I really like that you explained things and went slow. I'm seriously considering building my own watch. 👍🏻

@bogrot69 4 жыл бұрын

Really nice job mate! Love the color scheme you went with. Beauty of a dial as well. I built myself a DLC SKX with hacking/hand winding, a black ceramic YachtMaster bezel insert and double domed sapphire with AR coating and black SKX hands with an original Seiko SKX007 dial. It's a great sense of accomplishment getting jonny'd up and putting together a nice modded piece. 🤣

@jamesreid2651 4 жыл бұрын

Finger Johnnies had me in stitches lol, think I will stick with finger cots. Great video btw.

@watchmewithwatches 4 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed

@michaelford4460 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for explaining so well, brilliant job.

@watchmewithwatches 4 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@Vintiqueture 3 жыл бұрын

I actually had this video playing in the background as sort of a "white noise" if you will, because I was cleaning my watches. Came back and was blown away with what you did with the Pagani! Brilliant job! I'll need to seat down and do a proper viewing :) Keep it up!

@benjamincai4901 3 жыл бұрын

One of the best tutorials I’ve seen

@watchmewithwatches 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@briggslipsitz9342 4 жыл бұрын

Yes! The video we’ve all been waiting for!

@veloway 3 жыл бұрын

I grew up in Philadelphia so I have a different view of the meaning of the red, white, and blue. But I LOVE the result. Don’t get me wrong. I am almost 60 and I would have had preferred HRM ER II over every POTUS of my lifetime but I prefer Philly cheesesteaks to cod and chips, although those are REALLY good fries you guys make I must admit. I cannot thank you enough for the inspiration. I have the PD Daytona and I am totally going to order this PD and see if I can repeat your red, white, and blue conversion because I think it is stunning.

@watchmewithwatches 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@fondoman3884 Жыл бұрын

.. I did it! I soaked my Pagani Design in alcohol .. in 15 minutes I managed to get the bezel off .. then I clean off the remaining glue with alcohol-soaked cotton buds .. I am replacing my watch's bezel, chapter ring, dial and hands with the ones that have much better lum .. can't wait to show off my PD Frankentein to my friends lol

@dodgecity6083 3 жыл бұрын

I like your spin on the pagani. I have the same model. It's always good to see new color schemes. I agree that the lume and the bracelet are the areas they obviously cut costs. The movement in mine holds +2 /day consistently. Water resistance is great. Thanks to you, I'll be modding mine in the near future.

@watchmewithwatches 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Enjoy the mod

@timothythomas1626 4 жыл бұрын

a white and blue stripe NATO Strap would really pop on this beauty... Great idea 💡 Great Application as well.

@watchmewithwatches 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, and you have a great idea

@AyBi_Studio 3 жыл бұрын

This video makes you really appreciate the price that companies like Pagani charge for their watches. Amazing content, I will think about practicing on some old knock off I've got laying around here before I modify a watch that I actually use on a daily basis.

@captbumbler5356 2 жыл бұрын

I totally agree with that thought I have a old Tag copy my son got and while working in the chemical industry the product eat the strap and damaged the case

@JochenVogel 4 ай бұрын

Happy Birthday, Andy!

@CanadianBeachcomber 4 жыл бұрын

Great video! I’ve been doing some mods and upgrades on my pd1661 as well. I removed the bezel first because I am not as trusting with acetone and paint. I enjoyed your video and will use it for a parts reference.

@watchmewithwatches 4 жыл бұрын

Nice one! Thanks

@MrMu5icman 2 жыл бұрын

This is inspiring me to start a mod project, thanks for the tutorial 👍

@calcramer 4 жыл бұрын

God bless you, sir. Tears were rolling down both cheeks when you excised that damnable Mercedes hood ornament. Love the new set of hands. Not crazy about the band you chose, but you’re a hero nevertheless. Excited to be a new subscriber.

@erickm6134 2 жыл бұрын

You can also use grip solvent. Which is non toxic unlike nail polish remover. Grip solvent is used by golfers to remove old grip tape on golf clubs. It’s like water downed version of goo gone.

@Brantoc 4 жыл бұрын

Really from a modding standpoint Pagani's are great.. Cheap if you screw up. Solid movement and well finished case with Sapphire. Just change what you want... Very cool idea..

@watchmewithwatches 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I agree, its fun and cheap!

@the_9ent 4 жыл бұрын

Good job. You make it look so easy

@watchmewithwatches 4 жыл бұрын

A year ago I wouldn't have dreamt of trying this,it just takes practice and research. Thanks for watching

@TheJaapioo 4 жыл бұрын

that has become very nice .. well done mate

@watchmewithwatches 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

@joepotter7763 3 жыл бұрын

Great video! You made it look easy! I've just ordered a pd-1639 and going to attempt modding it. I've gone with Namoki parts.This looks like a clear guide to follow. Thank you.

@AliasEveWatches 4 жыл бұрын

What an awesome makeover!

@watchmewithwatches 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I'm wearing it right now!

@FFHB 3 жыл бұрын

Switching bezel for the second time using this method. It works as shown. Thanks!

@colskee 4 жыл бұрын

Very nice! Great colour scheme 👍🏾

@watchmewithwatches 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Cheers!

@TheContreOfficialSkateboarding 4 жыл бұрын

FIRST OF ALL THE VIDEO IS FANTASTIC! SECOND OF ALL, TO STICK THE BEZEL INSERT I WOULD USE A PRODUCT CALLED GS HYPO CEMENT, CHECK IT OUT. KEEP IT GOING WITH AMAZING VIDEOS! LOVE FROM A 22 YEARS OLD GUY FROM SPAIN!!

@williamjohnbedford5776 3 жыл бұрын

Very nice upgrade, finger johnnies love ir, keep the puffer, puffing mate👍👍👍👍

@watchcheapo1801 4 жыл бұрын

Just look very cool after mod...nice job

@watchmewithwatches 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

@rhyscourtney8032 4 жыл бұрын

Really enjoyed this video..... have wanted to get into watch modding and this has really clear things up for me. Great result in the end I must add 👍🏻

@watchmewithwatches 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! It's a great way to learn about how watches are put together, and they get the confidence to make personal changes. A nice way to creatively express yourself

@rogerauclair1670 2 жыл бұрын

Dan, very nice mod and I’m glad that you chose a dial with a logo and some information on it because a completely sterile dial would have made it look like a $5.00 watch picked up in a Sunday market. The watch dial would have looked much nicer with minute markers and the hands are quite unusual but nice and I particularly like the trident second hand.

@gregorybarry4564 3 жыл бұрын

That lume shot with those hands was fantastic. The colour combination is awesome!

@jasonlim1409 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Dan, thanks for this tutorial. I plan to try this. Keep up your good work!

@watchmewithwatches 4 жыл бұрын

Give it a go! It's a fun project. A year ago I wouldn't have even known how to open the back of a watch. Got to start somewhere. Thanks for watching.

@bicep1239 2 жыл бұрын

They're called finger cots and generally used to protect finger tips from getting wet if you've cut yourself or to protect nails after their done. Also a great way not to get fingerprints on dials/crystals.

@rev.waynet.oleary7387 Жыл бұрын

Excellent. Don't like the strap, but great project. Thanks for explaining things so clearly...

@bevboakes8982 4 жыл бұрын

A cool watch that’s looking even more cool with the red , white and blue modding, and with easy to understand video. Just of to the chemist to see if they have any different colours in their finger jonnies,they say variety is the spice of life. Enjoying your videos keep them coming.

@watchmewithwatches 4 жыл бұрын

Go for the thin ones, better feel for when you are tweaking the movement

@breaktime3269 3 жыл бұрын

just had to watch your enjoyable modding video, for a third time. Good video mate!

@watchmewithwatches 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@joshgiffen7350 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video, i watched it whilst modding my pagani and it was so helpful

@XxDavidLAXx Жыл бұрын

Underrated great commentary as well

@watchmewithwatches Жыл бұрын

Thank you! 😊

@pierce_fierce 4 жыл бұрын

Wow! What a change. I’ve been itching to make some changes to some of my AliExpress/Alibaba watches. Thanks for breakdown!

@watchmewithwatches 4 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@WatchesChecked 4 жыл бұрын

Love the way it turned out! Great and informational video, mate!

@watchmewithwatches 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Cheers!

@matthewvz28 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome video bro. I enjoyed it, very engaging, informative, and entertaining mod video! Interesting hand and dial combination. I have been watching quite a bit of mod videos, and you have inspired me to start with a pagani, when I come around to starting.

@watchmewithwatches 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching mate! Enjoy your project when you do it.

@davedawber527 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent video Dan. My Invicta has a few mods in its future now.

@watchmewithwatches 4 жыл бұрын

I want to see how it works out, find me on watchmecollection on instagram

@MikeAustin2012 3 жыл бұрын

WOW! the lume looks like neon! I had a qhite dace blue bezel qatch and it ended in a drawer. It just didn't excite me. I found a nice white bezel and made it "white on white". Now it's one of my favorites! I like whaat yoou have dome, quite American! Cheers. (You know, Red, White & Blue!) Oh, one more thing, WTF is this HATE on the date magnifier. Maybe when your my age, you'll regret removing that.

@gazs7572 3 жыл бұрын

This video was an awesome insight for any would be Watch modder. I didn’t like the finished Watch but I loved the video.

@watchmewithwatches 3 жыл бұрын

I appreciate that!

@nineaqua 4 жыл бұрын

Nice to watch, too much work to do on my own. Knowing how clumsy I am, I’ll probably ruin the whole thing 😂

@watchmewithwatches 4 жыл бұрын

You can do it!

@chrisc475 4 жыл бұрын

Good fun, isn't it? The NH35 is the perfect movement to start to modify.

@watchmewithwatches 4 жыл бұрын

Definitely!

@anotherwatch 2 жыл бұрын

Great video. Very helpful as I am thinking of customising the same model. Thanks for upload.

@watchmewithwatches 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! Happy to help

@IBoughtAWatch 4 жыл бұрын

great looking Mod well done mate!

@watchmewithwatches 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you kindly

@fellbasher8941 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! Can you do a video to show how you brush polished steel eg PCL or case sides etc. thanks again, more of these please! 👍🏼

@rbmwiv Жыл бұрын

You can use a plastic bottle cap as a casing cushion. It helps a lot when you’re putting it back in. Plus bottle caps are easy to get. I used one for a year before I bought a proper one. Also you need to do a full 12 hour spin with the hand’s because I have seen issues where an indices hit at 11 o’clock.

@knguncle3 3 жыл бұрын

I bought a PD-1639 recently. I tried using a torch to remove the cyclops but it wouldn't budge. I ended up popping the crystal out of the watch case. Then I tried heating the cyclops some more, and it still would not move an millimeter. I suspect that the newer crystals are made with the cyclops as one piece. So just perhaps a warning for anyone else to try removing it.

@fgj4990 Жыл бұрын

Superb work!

@BoogurTWang 4 жыл бұрын

Good on ya...looks a treat.

@watchmewithwatches 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

@dinner_workingsly 4 жыл бұрын

Very cool! Looks way better. Kinda Romega.

@jamespayne6792 4 жыл бұрын

Great 'how to' video! Well done, nice mods

@watchmewithwatches 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

@MrEpicwong 3 жыл бұрын

Hey great video, have you managed to change a chapter ring in the pagani watch or is the ring built into the case?

@alanwright3172 4 жыл бұрын

Nice mod but I would suggest you take out the crown BEFORE the movement holder which makes it less likely to damage the stem.

@watchmewithwatches 4 жыл бұрын

Great tip, thanks

@haroldcastle 4 жыл бұрын

Great job body!!!!! Nice talent, knowlegde and pacience!! You had me hipnotyze!!!

@watchmewithwatches 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thank you!

@watchmewithwatches 4 жыл бұрын

I offer hypnosis sessions for one million pounds and hour, interested?

@LifestyleoftheAmbitious 3 жыл бұрын

That thing looks insane! Awesome Vid

@tomhurst8307 3 жыл бұрын

Really want to get this pagani to mod it out this is really helpful just to learn what parts are compatible awesome video!

@watchmewithwatches 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it!

@jaer.6540 4 жыл бұрын

brilliant...looks amazing and quite the transformation

@watchmewithwatches 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Cheers!

@devinvosburgh7148 3 жыл бұрын

Great video. I have been playing with moding but never felt comfortable. This made it look really doable!

@watchmewithwatches 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks devin

@milesmacam8265 2 жыл бұрын

Great build. Keep up the work! May I know what the exact size of the is? Many thanks!

@watchmewithwatches 2 жыл бұрын

hi! thank you! The dial is 28.5mm to work on this watch. Regards, Dan.

@daresome1 Жыл бұрын

Very nice. Like trading it in and up!

@jimmccann806 4 жыл бұрын

Great vid mate 👍

@watchmewithwatches 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate, what build would you have?

@jimmccann806 4 жыл бұрын

@@watchmewithwatches something with a green dial and bezel a HULK

@sreekumar1287 4 жыл бұрын

That's well done bro... nice transformation

@watchmewithwatches 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 😀

@skylinexj100 3 жыл бұрын

WOW! Not a fan of your personal colour choice, however, this was massively informative and I feel quite inspired to do something custom now!

@justmeeagainn 2 жыл бұрын

Pretty. Nice job.

@JustAboutTime 2 жыл бұрын

One cautionary remark I would make about polywatch is that you should NEVER use it on a sapphire glass with an anti reflective coating as it will remove that if you’re not exceptionally careful. I once used it to remove damaged AR coating to my Speedmaster after being told you could use it for that. Great … but it also was a BIG warning to say .. keep that sh*t well away from your expensive luxury watches unless you wish to damage your AR coating!

@watchmewithwatches 2 жыл бұрын

Very good advice! Thank you 😊

@that_kouki_26 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome video, this makes me want to attempt some modding myself!

@watchmewithwatches 2 жыл бұрын

Go on, give it a go!

@that_kouki_26 2 жыл бұрын

@@watchmewithwatches Gonna have to watch some more of your vids first haha!

@TheAudirob 4 жыл бұрын

Really enjoyed this. Thank you so much.

@watchmewithwatches 4 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@raibeartthehairypict4696 2 жыл бұрын

Love this one. Maybe it's just the Rangers fc supporter in me? 🇬🇧👍

@1977Danielson Ай бұрын

Nice Job!

@StefaanVdV1961 4 жыл бұрын

Good job, well done 👍

@watchmewithwatches 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you 👍

@SidBonkers51 Жыл бұрын

That has a great clean look to it, so much better than the original, dont tell Pagani I said that 🤫 One of these days I pluck up the courage to 'have a go' myself.

@MrLahrbrat 4 жыл бұрын

Well done

@watchmewithwatches 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Major

@JohnHong1006 4 жыл бұрын

Great video! You gave me something to do with my PD-1661. How did you brush the sides btw?

@watchmewithwatches 4 жыл бұрын

240 grit sandpaper, rub gently in straight lines. Keep going until a nice straight brushed effect. Then finish it off with a green scouring pad. Looks great when done

@gitmoholliday5764 4 жыл бұрын

Could've made a unique "drivers" watch with the dial a bit turned offset with the "12 at position 11 or 01 depending on the hand you like to wear the watch. 👍😎

@justmeeagainn 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful job!

@watchmewithwatches 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Cheers!

@ronymanfredaiple7777 3 жыл бұрын

Great!!!

@yuribezmenov7623 2 жыл бұрын

Awsome watch. Very nice.

@watchmewithwatches 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! 😊

@Quicksyth 4 жыл бұрын

How would you rate the PD-1661 as a watch to purchase specifically for the intent of modding? Is there another, similarly priced, NH35 movement dive watch that you would recommend over the PD-1661? Great channel by the way. I am a new subscriber and I am looking forward to future videos, as well as going back and watching through your older ones.

@watchmewithwatches 4 жыл бұрын

Hi, thanks for watching, you can definitely do the same mods to the PD1651 too. It's a 40mm case size and would work the same way as this. The bezel insert on the 1651 is more yacht master on that one.

@crispysyd9190 4 жыл бұрын

Nicely done, looks terrific!👍⌚

@rbmwiv Жыл бұрын

You can remove the bezel insert using the method you used but use lighter fluid for a zippo and any of them will come off in 10 minutes.

@tawny222 Жыл бұрын

Find it very interesting, building your own watch. Big thank you for sharing. I want to build one, but first I must have a good magnifying scope that I am trying to find. Any ideas?

@LamarFaciane 4 жыл бұрын

I've been keeping up with my puffing all pandemic 😉✌🏽💨 Cool video!

@watchmewithwatches 4 жыл бұрын

Never enough puffing if you ask me!

@joshdfox420 Жыл бұрын

Looks way better without that Cyclops off. I had no idea they came off lol

@johncoyle8191 3 жыл бұрын

Good job mate . Some good tips

@watchmewithwatches 3 жыл бұрын

Glad to help

@erickm6134 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome Mod👍

@watchmewithwatches 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your kind words!

@timeintheuk 4 жыл бұрын

Great work

@watchmewithwatches 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Cheers!

@brockphilips1189 3 жыл бұрын

great info here, I am just waiting on a few tools to come in to start modding my own watches

@watchmewithwatches 3 жыл бұрын

You can do it!

@Trex100 2 жыл бұрын

Enjoyed the journey. I was a bit disappointed that there was no baby tarantula under the glass but fun video nevertheless. Killer dial choice.

@AbrahamJosephPal 3 жыл бұрын

You are brilliant man. Thank you 🙏🏼

@thegit8698 4 жыл бұрын

Loved the hands Not my choice of strap colour but beautiful all the same 😍😘 you have definitely inspired me to have a go myself on my 007, I'd love a burnt meteorite dial, I might even get a pagani myself and do a mod on that, food for thought for sure

@watchmewithwatches 4 жыл бұрын

You can do it!