Johnny Dowell (better known as King Nerd) is a UK-based engraver who has a unique Sinn Replica. The dial looks just like any other Reduced with its bright yellow dial. But when you turn it around and remove the dial, it transforms into something truly special. Snoopy is racing in an F1 with Michael Schumacher's seven-digit number through the giant Omega logo on the caseback. The details don't stop there, as the folding clasp also features Snoopy-as-Schumacher, holding aloft the Formula 1 Championship trophy.
I spoke with King Nerd recently on a podcast that I co-host, called OT:The Podcast. I thought the Sinn Replica Reduced unique story would be ideal for Speedy Tuesday.
Tell us about your unique Snoopy Sinn Replica?
"I always enjoyed going to George's office, The Hive. There are toys everywhere. One day, I'm sure he will press a button to bring out an Aston Martin DB5 from under the desk or somewhere. So, I would be working and thinking that I wanted one of these watches. At the time, my salary was decent, but I couldn't afford a watch, as I had just had my first baby. I needed to spend money on other things. I was trying to think of something different that George didn't have,
Swiss Replica Watches so I decided to engrave a piece. When I saw Snoopy's Omega connection, I knew I had to do something Snoopy. I wanted a unique one. Then I saw the Schumacher version and I immediately knew that I wanted to link Snoopy, Omega, and Schumacher. I chose the yellow version because it's my favourite colour. "It's bright and I don't wear red.
The dial's bright yellow color attracted King Nerd
What was your first thought?
"I got the watch and it's funny. I didn’t look at the size, so when it arrived I thought, ‘has this shrunk’. I didn’t realise it was a Reduced model. I was pleasantly surprised because I have small wrists, and it fit perfectly.
Richard Mille Replica Watches I was surprised when I saw the caseback. I had no idea that it would have the seahorse, the inscriptions and everything else on the back. "I started contacting people via Instagram to try and find a blank back case, but everyone told me that it would be difficult to find one, so I'd have to order one."