Mr. T. contacted us through the reservation form.
You set your budget at around 200,000 yen and choose a watch case.
Since you are visiting our store, we will actually see and compare various types of wood.
And check out the watch trays together.
First, check the size
Mr. T who has an appointment is coming to the store.
Thank you very much.
I'll get right to it.
First of all, it is hard to understand on the website,
might not be able to
Check the size of the watch case.
in (i.e. "in a roundabout way")
Most of our customers are
It's pretty big.
The "I'm not sure how I feel about this.
This is probably
There is a possibility that the feeling is in comparison with "some kind of watch case" that you are currently using.
I asked Mr. T to confirm.
As I thought, it seems so.
As an example
For European watch cases,
Compared to the Soulbird watch case
Most of them are about 2 cm lower in height.
Once upon a time
Almost all of them were designed to hold pocket watches or dress watches.
according to its size.
Each case maker may have produced
You can guess.
Then time passed.
With the changing times,
In modern times.
A rather big sized watch...
Many are now sold.
However,
Despite the increase in the number of such big size watches
of each European manufacturer.
The size of the watch case was not updated.
This seems to be the case to date.
When closing the lid
The clock hits the lid!"
that is to say
For Japanese customers
I don't think it should be.
For European customers
They don't seem to mind quite so much.
or perhaps I should say
Like a suitcase.
You have to push it closed with the lid.
Physical.
It's closed.
It may be that there is no feeling of
that (something or someone distant from the speaker, close to the listener)
Still no size update.
European watch cases.
Simply "copying" the
I'm thinking "made in Asia" watch case.
from the start
To hold the clock."
than policies such as
It assumes "a copy of a European-made form."
if one considers that
It makes sense.
However, it is now possible to
Dear "Panerai",
Dear "Breitling",
Dear "IWC",
Dear "Hublot",
Dear "Richard Mille",
Many manufacturers are releasing watches with larger sizes such as
In addition, watches with gothic leather belts and
The shape of the belt is rigid,
More and more watches with rubber belts are also available.
Including those watches.
All wristwatches are stowed."
This is the result of daily research on the subject,
The current Soulbird watch case shape was born.
for work
I believe we are looking at quite a large variety of watches.
tentatively
quite unusual
I'm a "watch case professional"... (laughs)
Lumber with a budget of about 200,000 yen to choose from
well
At the reservation stage,
Budget of about 200,000 yen.
We had heard that the
We will check what kind of material can be used for production as soon as possible.
In the case of Mr. T
Maple" and "Oak" are the most common woods.
Since it was not assumed
Pretty much in focus.
Comparison.
First.
Almost perfect for your budget
It is "zelkova wood."
What? You can buy a keiyaki for 200,000 yen?"
To all of you who wondered,
You are such a person.
It is quite in focus.
I hope you have been reading the blog quite a bit.
Yes, there is a reason.
Or "cracked."
Or "stinks."
It'll break soon."
.............................. .................
That's not what I meant.
It is because it is "plantation timber."
Not that there is anything wrong with plantation timber.
Compared to natural zelkova wood, which is difficult to obtain and is 500 to 600 years old
After all, they are much easier to obtain.
However, this case is
But from such plantation timber
Made exclusively from "mysterious wood".
It's also a "pretty interesting watch case."
Please contact us if you are interested.
At that time.
It may no longer be there. ......
Also,
We had a few good Maple ones type of items.
Let me give you a little guidance.
Much of the maple wood is
Less wood grain.
Most of the "plain maple"
Soulbird has been working with this material for a number of years.
Light brown coloring and
It is available as the most inexpensive watch case.
next
Cloud-like mottled pattern.
Quilted maple.
And the grain of the wood appears like a bird's eye.
Bird's Eye Maple.
When you take a close-up shot...
It just looks like a hole.
And,
Curly Maple" (Tiger Maple)
and others.
Curly Maple,
It's been quite a while!
The rest will be over budget...
Come, my dear.
Tell me!
I don't want to be a contrarian.
We will introduce you first.
Your budget will be exceeded.
I'm sorry, but...
Longing for
Rosewood!
Yes,
I long to be a part of it.
First, Honduran rosewood!
Yes. Washington Treaty.
It is a product that is regulated!
Yes, yes, it is a rare South American type of product.
Honduras~ even if they say
It's South America in an area I'm not familiar with!
Also in Seoul Bird.
We have never been able to guide you in the past.
It is a very rare material.
CITES regulations.
slowly but steadily
Prices are rising.
Next, the area takes over at once.
Indian Rose!
This is also rare!
In Rose in the northern area of India.
Not only is trading prohibited, but also
Even tougher.
It is in the "no logging" category.
This wood is
Imported to Japan as logs in the 1960s
This is a product sawn into planks.
Afterwards,
by chance
We have descended to Soulbird.
But I don't even need to oil it anymore.
It has an oily feel.
This kind of stuff.
This is a material that is grown slowly and carefully.
It is not suitable for the "security-conscious" customer.
Next year rather than this year.
10 years rather than 5 years.
50 years later than 10 years later.
And to the next generation.
Think sustainably.
By taking time.
Value and joy are rising.
It is a gem.
but
Expensive!"
It is.
Indeed,
Kurokaki wood" and "Kurokaki wood
Hawaiian Koa."
The price is not as high as that of ultra-premium materials such as
But I think it is expensive.
From farmed fish
I knew it was natural fish!"
A customer who said,
that (someone or something distant from both speaker and listener, or situation unfamiliar to both speaker and listener)
I love the sizzle!!!!"
For those who do.
Moist.
Shiny, shiny, shiny.
Rosewood, which is becoming
This is a recommended material for picayune.
Sober to oiled.
Enjoy.
sooner or later
Clad in that atmosphere.
Antique European furniture.
The "M" will have a similar flavor to the "M" in the "M".
Please continue to apply the oil in a modest manner!
And...
That high-end Hawaiian Koa wood is also available.
Some items are available for about 200,000 yen.
There is nothing wrong with the wood.
however
The grain is simple!"
That's all I'm saying.
By the way, here it is.
This image shows.
The grain of the wood is only slightly visible.
The actual product has
It has a proper wood grain.
However, it is a pounding
First love
It is not a feeling.
therefore
It is "wallet-friendly - core."
at this late hour (i.e. it is too late for something)
You don't even have to be that "thrilled"...
For customers who say
It's a pit.
Polish this material carefully and meticulously.
Mirror painting will
Oh my God!
beautiful
The result is a watch case made of Hawaiian koa wood.
Yes, yes!
That thing on the newspaper..."
Bubinga wood.
Yes,
When Mr. T came to the store
degree of accuracy
I've been oiling it.
It was sitting on a newspaper.
I'm sorry for the delay in introducing this.
It is exquisite timing.
I've only been twice.
It is not oiled.
It does not appear to be "sticky!
Many, many times in the future.
By repeatedly applying oil.
It creates the "stickiness" that we are aiming for.
It is a rather lengthy process.
if I had to say then
It is usually a "mirror finish" or
Wiping lacquer," in which lacquer is applied to the surface, is more
It's much faster and easier.
This rose-based bubinga wood!
The "sticky" oil finish seems to be the best suited for this purpose.
therefore
Sober.
Continue to apply oil by hand.
Sober!
incidentally
All from the case on the right side of the reddish
The case with the sap (white part) is more
Prices are higher.
The reason.
simply
Because it's funny."
It is.
Tray materials are also checked at once.
We often receive inquiries about this tray,
Actually, there are various circumstances ........
Physical.
Any wood can be used for production.
However, it is
If you ignore the amount,
That is to say.
in other words
that can produce watch cases.
Thickness," "width," and "length."
Watch cases can also be made from the same material.
If you dare to produce a "watch tray",
It would be "a watch tray for the obvious amount of money."
conversely
Occurs during the production of watch cases.
When producing with "scrap wood",
The result is a "watch tray that is undervalued for its value.
This is
COSPAC!" That's what it means.
If possible,
Wait for the right moment!"
is a method referred to as
It may be the most fun and interesting.
However,
You never know when you're going to run out of scrap wood."
The problem of "what is the best way to get the best results?
Tight delivery time
Watchmaker" and
Many watches need to be shown to customers.
For "Watch Shop,
We cannot be so patient.
In this case,
Slightly rough handling is OK.
Walnut" is most recommended.
It's from North America, and a stable supply is maintained.
Prices are stable.
Furthermore, it is not a mirror finish.
It is OK to treat it "roughly".
Even if it's scratched.
That too, aji!" It can be thought of in terms of
The main thing is that it is "easy" to manage.
but
For "picky" customers
Wait for the scraps!"
I think the best way to do this is to use the following method.
At Soulbird, we are always producing watch cases, so
There will always be "offcuts."
in that case
I can show you how to do this in SUS.
In Ikebukuro
Always available.
Reference.
On the day of Mr. T's visit
It was like this!
There are quite a few.
The image shows
The "model number" and "amount" are listed.
This is
Depending on the "value," "thickness," "length," and "wood grain" of the wood
The decision will be made.
However,
All the parts are made of scrap wood.
I want two of the same one!
What a mess!
all
Only "one piece" can be produced.
such (about the actions of the listener, or about ideas expressed or understood by the listener)
"One and only in the world."
A watch tray that may never be made again."
This is recommended for customers who wish to
However, we have repeatedly stated that
It's "offcuts."
Please note that there is a possibility that we may not be able to produce the "desired size.
the last
I accept everything.
For customers who are interested in this service!
Please understand that
Because wood that is only 20 cm long
Even if you try harder now...
You can't stretch it to 25 cm because...
even
You've come this far.
Put some leather on it.
This amount: ！！！！！
This is ..... It's already at .......
It's almost free.
We think that this is a good idea.
I consider it an amazing service item.
I've written this at length...
Mr. T, we have made a decision!
It was a pleasure to "oil the jimmies."
It's bubinga wood"!
Yes,
This is the left side with the sap.
I've been there!
It is a "peculiar bubinga."
and
Hawaiian Koa Wood" Clock Tray!
This will be delivered with a mirror finish.
From among the scraps
Use it on the long side of the tray."
Up this side.
What a note I see!
This is determined in consultation with the customer.
As much as possible,
I'm here to make the watch tray exactly as you want it.
If you make it this far.
Almost a Hobby ！！！！"
therefore
If you are a customer who can do the math.
I'm sure you understand.
What we're doing.
Not "business."
Hobbies.
world.
If I'm thinking about it correctly.
Seems like a "dumb" thing to do.
We are
Here.
It's funny!!!"
with the expectation that
I "enjoy" facing them.
Mr. T,
You found a good "product"!
Time has passed...
Four months later, it is complete.
First, a few images taken before delivery!
Bubinga silata case!
Interesting.
And a tray of Hawaiian koa.
More than we had planned.
The wood grain is clearly visible.
And Mr. T's who came to the store for pickup.
Borrowing your watch...
Unified in bright royal blue
Watch case and watch tray.
What a beautiful finish!
It took us four long months to complete this project.
We are happy to hear that you are satisfied with our service.
Dear T, please enjoy!
Thank you for your order!