Okay, so I saw this online store selling this watch, the Patek Philippe Golden Ellipse 5738R, and I got hooked. I did a little digging and found out this model is kinda special. It is celebrating its 50th anniversary, and the design comes from the “golden section” idea from ancient Greek mathematicians. Pretty cool, right? It has this ratio, 1 / 1.6181, that’s supposed to be aesthetically pleasing.
I started by checking out what people were saying about this watch online. Seemed like the market value was all over the place, but I found some info. I tried comparing different deals from different sources. Just wanted to see what the general price range was, you know?
Then, I went deep into the design. I read up on that “golden section” principle, tried to understand how that ratio worked in the watch’s design. It wasn’t easy, but I started to see how the shape and proportions of the watch were based on this. This design makes the watch looks pretty balanced and harmonious. I have to say, the more I looked at it, the more I liked it. It’s like, the perfect mix of classic and elegant.
Next, I decided to replicate it. I started sketching, trying to get that elliptical shape just right. I used some design software to make a digital model. I messed around with the dimensions, making sure they matched up with that golden ratio.
- Sketching: Drew the basic shape on paper.
- Digital Modeling: Made a 3D model using a design app on my computer.
- Refining: Tweaked the model until it looked right.
After I had the digital model, I started thinking about the materials. The original is in rose gold, which is super classy, but I opted for a more accessible material. I figured I’d try to 3D print it first, just to get a feel for the physical form.
Printing was a whole other adventure. I had to adjust the printer settings a bunch of times to get the details right. The first few prints were a bit rough, but eventually, I got a decent model. It wasn’t perfect, but it was good enough to give me a sense of how the watch would look and feel in real life.
Final Thoughts
In the end, I had a pretty good replica of the Patek Philippe Golden Ellipse 5738R. Sure, it wasn’t made of gold, and it didn’t have the intricate movement of the real deal, but it captured the essence of the design. This whole process was super fun and I learned a lot about design, proportions, and even a bit of history. I’m pretty happy with how it turned out, and it’s a cool piece to have. Plus, now I appreciate the original even more. Maybe one day I’ll get the real thing, who knows?
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