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 года назад

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

@watchmewithwatches 4 года назад

Glad you enjoyed!

@katerhofmann 4 года назад

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 года назад

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

@timeandnourishment1961 4 года назад

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 года назад

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

@davidbaird1898 4 года назад

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 года назад

But mine started speaking Spanish, is that normal?

@davidbaird1898 4 года назад

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

@tarasmathers7423 2 года назад

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 года назад

Wow! Thank you for your great feedback 👍

@Tom_H327 Год назад

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 года назад

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 года назад

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

@watchmewithwatches 4 года назад

Glad you enjoyed

@Vintiqueture 3 года назад

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!

@fondoman3884 Год назад

.. 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

@AyBi_Studio 3 года назад

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 года назад

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

@michaelford4460 4 года назад

Thank you for explaining so well, brilliant job.

@watchmewithwatches 4 года назад

Glad it was helpful!

@dodgecity6083 3 года назад

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 года назад

Thanks! Enjoy the mod

@benjamincai4901 3 года назад

One of the best tutorials I’ve seen

@watchmewithwatches 3 года назад

Thanks!

@veloway 3 года назад

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 года назад

Thank you

@erickm6134 2 года назад

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.

@CanadianBeachcomber 4 года назад

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 года назад

Nice one! Thanks

@timothythomas1626 4 года назад

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

@watchmewithwatches 4 года назад

Thanks, and you have a great idea

@calcramer 4 года назад

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.

@MrMu5icman 2 года назад

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

@FFHB 3 года назад

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

@rogerauclair1670 2 года назад

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.

@bevboakes8982 4 года назад

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 года назад

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

@gazs7572 3 года назад

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 года назад

I appreciate that!

@Brantoc 4 года назад

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 года назад

Thanks, I agree, its fun and cheap!

@joepotter7763 3 года назад

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.

@gregorybarry4564 3 года назад

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

@TheContreOfficialSkateboarding 4 года назад

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!!

@fellbasher8941 2 года назад

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! 👍🏼

@matthewvz28 3 года назад

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 года назад

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

@rhyscourtney8032 4 года назад

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 года назад

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

@williamjohnbedford5776 3 года назад

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

@rev.waynet.oleary7387 Год назад

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

@TheJaapioo 4 года назад

that has become very nice .. well done mate

@watchmewithwatches 4 года назад

Thanks 👍

@the_9ent 4 года назад

Good job. You make it look so easy

@watchmewithwatches 4 года назад

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

@jasonlim1409 4 года назад

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

@watchmewithwatches 4 года назад

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.

@MikeAustin2012 3 года назад

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.

@bicep1239 2 года назад

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.

@rbmwiv Год назад

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.

@briggslipsitz9342 4 года назад

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

@watchcheapo1801 4 года назад

Just look very cool after mod...nice job

@watchmewithwatches 4 года назад

Thanks 👍

@WatchesChecked 4 года назад

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

@watchmewithwatches 4 года назад

Thank you! Cheers!

@pierce_fierce 4 года назад

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

@watchmewithwatches 4 года назад

Glad it was helpful!

@davedawber527 4 года назад

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

@watchmewithwatches 4 года назад

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

@chrisc475 4 года назад

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

@watchmewithwatches 4 года назад

Definitely!

@joshgiffen7350 3 года назад

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

@nineaqua 4 года назад

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 года назад

You can do it!

@breaktime3269 3 года назад

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

@watchmewithwatches 3 года назад

Thank you so much!

@anotherwatch 2 года назад

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

@watchmewithwatches 2 года назад

Thanks for watching! Happy to help

@tomhurst8307 3 года назад

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 года назад

Glad you liked it!

@JochenVogel 5 месяцев назад

Happy Birthday, Andy!

@colskee 4 года назад

Very nice! Great colour scheme 👍🏾

@watchmewithwatches 4 года назад

Thank you! Cheers!

@AliasEveWatches 4 года назад

What an awesome makeover!

@watchmewithwatches 4 года назад

Thanks, I'm wearing it right now!

@knguncle3 3 года назад

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.

@alanwright3172 4 года назад

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 года назад

Great tip, thanks

@skylinexj100 3 года назад

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

@rbmwiv Год назад

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.

@SidBonkers51 Год назад

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.

@devinvosburgh7148 3 года назад

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

@watchmewithwatches 3 года назад

Thanks devin

@XxDavidLAXx Год назад

Underrated great commentary as well

@watchmewithwatches Год назад

Thank you! 😊

@tawny222 Год назад

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?

@raibeartthehairypict4696 2 года назад

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

@dinner_workingsly 4 года назад

Very cool! Looks way better. Kinda Romega.

@jamespayne6792 4 года назад

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

@watchmewithwatches 4 года назад

Thank you very much!

@JustAboutTime 3 года назад

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 3 года назад

Very good advice! Thank you 😊

@IBoughtAWatch 4 года назад

great looking Mod well done mate!

@watchmewithwatches 4 года назад

Thank you kindly

@brockphilips1189 4 года назад

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

@watchmewithwatches 4 года назад

You can do it!

@MrEpicwong 3 года назад

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

@gitmoholliday5764 4 года назад

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. 👍😎

@that_kouki_26 2 года назад

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

@watchmewithwatches 2 года назад

Go on, give it a go!

@that_kouki_26 2 года назад

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

@milesmacam8265 2 года назад

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

@watchmewithwatches 2 года назад

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

@BoogurTWang 4 года назад

Good on ya...looks a treat.

@watchmewithwatches 4 года назад

Thanks 👍

@haroldcastle 4 года назад

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

@watchmewithwatches 4 года назад

Awesome! Thank you!

@watchmewithwatches 4 года назад

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

@daresome1 Год назад

Very nice. Like trading it in and up!

@Dave062YT 3 года назад

Not keen on the hands but the dial is stunning mate .Great tutorial and just ordered some Rodico thanks to you lol

@Trex100 3 года назад

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

@gautamt5014 3 года назад

You should try putting a genuine Rolex dial in place of the Pagani one. So you have a rolex for a fraction of the price lol

@soggz4246 3 года назад

I put a a Pagani dial on my Rolex,so people didn’t think I had too much money to spend on a watch!😉

@joshdfox420 Год назад

Hah I had a plan to build a vintage explorer 3 6 9 dial. Dial,hands,and case 200 bucks! so stupid for.Not buying that

@joshdfox420 Год назад

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

@thegit8698 4 года назад

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 года назад

You can do it!

@jaer.6540 4 года назад

brilliant...looks amazing and quite the transformation

@watchmewithwatches 4 года назад

Thank you! Cheers!

@Ra73n 3 года назад

Nice video! may i know what is the dial size?

@dodgydruid 4 года назад

Oh wow I am so glad to have found your channel, def as you have done Vostok stuff which I recently built a radio room white amphibia 090 using just off the shelf parts and it looks awesome imho lol the video I made of it wasn't so good tho and I swore a bit because of stupid second hands that didn't fit :( I ventured into the Bliger world with my orange chameleon lume (changes from bright orange to yellow then green) sterile bliger with just the broad arrow on dial, chose the Miyota option and its def a keeper. I do like that Parnis bracelet, I would prob grind name off the buckle clasp name and maybe etch or engrave something unique, I am aiming for a Parnis chrono and a Parnis GMT next buys off Alixpress as the chrono is all lume numerals and a functioning canteen crown... canteen crowns are the new black.

@dodgydruid 4 года назад

I have a lot of Soviet and oddball stuff on my channel if you fancy a look :)

@frederickthompson8686 4 года назад

Only a fish-eyed fool would attempt a project like this. But it was entertaining and the end result was quite striking.

@sreekumar1287 4 года назад

That's well done bro... nice transformation

@watchmewithwatches 4 года назад

Thank you so much 😀

@jimmccann806 4 года назад

Great vid mate 👍

@watchmewithwatches 4 года назад

Thanks mate, what build would you have?

@jimmccann806 4 года назад

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

@user-oj8ng4he3f 7 месяцев назад

Hi, very cool result. I have just even started to consider a mod like this and can’t help but to wonder if you wanted to lose the date window for simplicity or it was not an option in the scheme you wanted? Secondly, I have a very similar Pagni with a slightly different bezel (dished out edges instead of coined) and would like to change out the face and hands for improved loom but nut sure hoe to confirm the face size for parts ordering? Thanks and very well articulated video.

@user-oj8ng4he3f 7 месяцев назад

Note that I did figure out my mine is a PD-1667 “James Bond - 007”

@dodgydruid 4 года назад

I bought my trident second hands from the ebay side of one-second, they also do the jagged lightnings, cool that Vostok sizes are the same as Miyota and Seagull sizes.

@JohnHong1006 4 года назад

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

@watchmewithwatches 4 года назад

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

@dangermartin69 Год назад

I think it would be easier to remove the cyclops by holding a soldering iron on it.

@MrLahrbrat 4 года назад

Well done

@watchmewithwatches 4 года назад

Thanks Major

@slicer1952 4 года назад

Hi Dan I just watched your video and I`m very impressed so I joined your channel to see more. Now I`m wondering if you do mods for customers, I have 2 Seiko divers that needs new movements and I hope you can help me?

@watchmewithwatches 4 года назад

I've not thought about that to be honest, would be fun to do projects for people! I will look into it

@slicer1952 4 года назад

@@watchmewithwatches OK let me know what you think, maybe you could make video for your channel about it :-)

@slicer1952 4 года назад

@@watchmewithwatches Hi again so have you thought about eventually helping me with my watches mate, let me know ok

@LamarFaciane 4 года назад

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

@watchmewithwatches 4 года назад

Never enough puffing if you ask me!

@nomdutilisateur 2 года назад

28:31 Enjoy the lovely restroom moment

@fgj4990 2 года назад

Superb work!

@LifestyleoftheAmbitious 3 года назад

That thing looks insane! Awesome Vid

@keats27 2 года назад

You could start a business....if you haven't already. I think with that mod, I'd still replace the bezel with black or red or a combo to go with the hands. Nice even as is though. I wouldn't have the courage to try something like that. I have an Aristo with 2824 movement that has a damaged face (the white paint has cracked). It's a nice watch but needs a new face. Any idea of a business who does mods like this professionally?

@StefaanVdV1961 4 года назад

Good job, well done 👍

@watchmewithwatches 4 года назад

Thank you 👍

@yuribezmenov7623 2 года назад

Awsome watch. Very nice.

@watchmewithwatches 2 года назад

Thank you! 😊

@johncoyle8191 3 года назад

Good job mate . Some good tips

@watchmewithwatches 3 года назад

Glad to help

@jorgeenriquejusticiaferrer4662 3 года назад

Greetings to the channel. Excellent by the way! Do you have any suggestions for how to fix Phylida Planet Ocean GMT Homage (the screw down crown’s tube that goes in the case kind of detached; dnt know if it broke) It fell off my desk thanks to my dog; I have to disassemble it to see if it broke or it just detached itself from the case; the screw down crown is still screwed to the tube. I would appreciate any advice. Thanks! And keep it up

@watchmewithwatches 3 года назад

If detatched, some loktite and careful holding with needle nose pliers should solve it. It broken off, a new stem is definately needed