Just received my MKS V2. It is nice looking watch but am disappointed with the finishing of the case. I noticed that the inside edges of lug is very sharp and I can feel sharp edges on the back of the case.
Not a big issue, the lower case edging can be easily softened by hand, some 400 grit sandpaper correctly applied with few controlled strokes along the brushed grain, does the trick. Refinished if required with a Scotchbrite green pad (standard green Scotchbrite produces 600-800 grit brushed finish, depending on pressure during brushing) for matched cca 600 - 800 grit brushed finish the XVIII case is finished with.
As for the Miyota 9015, as others have said, it's not perfect mov't for this model but when it comes to reliability and easy outright replacement cost and availability as spare part - very few movt's can match it. Mine isn't even near as noisy as some reported it in this thread. Some of my ETA 2824s and 2836s powered watches (gens) are even noisier, so calm down, no need for concern.
The hand stack pinion height isn't an issue in real life as the tech specs would lead you to believe. I have the new MKS V2 XVIII and compared it with a gen, the difference is unnoticeable with a naked eye.
Cheers,
babs
Not a big issue, the lower case edging can be easily softened by hand, some 400 grit sandpaper correctly applied with few controlled strokes along the brushed grain, does the trick. Refinished if required with a Scotchbrite green pad (standard green Scotchbrite produces 600-800 grit brushed finish, depending on pressure during brushing) for matched cca 600 - 800 grit brushed finish the XVIII case is finished with.
Looks very nice. Do MKS offer these with the bracelet yet?
Looks very nice. Do MKS offer these with the bracelet yet?
Yes, MKS V2 with bracelet is available:
https://puretimewatch.io/mark-xviii...-blue-dial-on-ss-bracelet-miyota-9015-v2.html
There is even a better version available now, V7F, but ist's 600 USD
here:
https://puretimewatch.io/mark-xviii-v7f-1-1-best-edition-blue-dial-on-ss-bracelet-swiss-eta2892.html
The pictures show a simple asian movement, no real ETA. I'd buy this watch with the miyota and swap to a real ETA 2892.
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Here’s mine on a black leather strap!
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Looks very nice mate