I just received the Milky GMT case 2.0 (new and improved), for a 1675 project I'm slowly tackling. I wanted to post up a few pictures & share some of my initial thoughts, as well as highlight some of the updates and improvements with this new batch!
Firstly here are some pics of the case on its own.
These will replace the previous generation of case sets by Milky. Despite all the improvements the price remains the same at $250. Its much cheaper than VN options & I can say confidently the quality is more or less on par with the more expensive alternatives.
First detail I noticed is the midcase profile & caseback is much thinner than the previous batches. This is now a much truer "gen spec" midcase. In addition to this improvement, Milky also ensured the tolerances for both the rehaut and bezel are correct to take gen spec parts. The crystal pictured was pressure fitted, without the need for any additional adhesives. I did not have a gen spec insert to try but I've been told the insert will 'snap' into the bezel correct as with gen (edited)
Another change that was made this time around, the case is now native to accept genuine calibre 1575. This means it can still be fitted with an ETA but will require another movement adapter. It also means this is a really excellent case option if planning a high-end franken project. I'm slowly sourcing a 1575 calibre to potentially build for my project
The final, and by far best imrovement made to this batch is the crown guards. The previous case was intentionally designed with extra material around the CG's in order to be hand-finished into PCG's or SCG's depending on preference. This resulted in a lot of extra work needing to be done. The new case set has proper, proportional, regular crown guards. Perfectly acceptable for late 1960's and onwards models (Matte dial Mk1 etc).
The profile of the CGs are excellent, and even the bevel edge of the lugs look really good with a slight softened edge to appear lightly repolished.
For the next parts of the build am considering between a gen Mk2 dial (my favorite) or a Vietnam printed Mk1 dial with Tiffany stamp..
Will try to continue updating on this, but wanted to share the initial case set and its improvements
Firstly here are some pics of the case on its own.
These will replace the previous generation of case sets by Milky. Despite all the improvements the price remains the same at $250. Its much cheaper than VN options & I can say confidently the quality is more or less on par with the more expensive alternatives.
First detail I noticed is the midcase profile & caseback is much thinner than the previous batches. This is now a much truer "gen spec" midcase. In addition to this improvement, Milky also ensured the tolerances for both the rehaut and bezel are correct to take gen spec parts. The crystal pictured was pressure fitted, without the need for any additional adhesives. I did not have a gen spec insert to try but I've been told the insert will 'snap' into the bezel correct as with gen (edited)
Another change that was made this time around, the case is now native to accept genuine calibre 1575. This means it can still be fitted with an ETA but will require another movement adapter. It also means this is a really excellent case option if planning a high-end franken project. I'm slowly sourcing a 1575 calibre to potentially build for my project
The final, and by far best imrovement made to this batch is the crown guards. The previous case was intentionally designed with extra material around the CG's in order to be hand-finished into PCG's or SCG's depending on preference. This resulted in a lot of extra work needing to be done. The new case set has proper, proportional, regular crown guards. Perfectly acceptable for late 1960's and onwards models (Matte dial Mk1 etc).
The profile of the CGs are excellent, and even the bevel edge of the lugs look really good with a slight softened edge to appear lightly repolished.
For the next parts of the build am considering between a gen Mk2 dial (my favorite) or a Vietnam printed Mk1 dial with Tiffany stamp..
Will try to continue updating on this, but wanted to share the initial case set and its improvements
, member of this forum ? If someone can share the way to contact him, I’m looking for a 1675 case. Thanks