Hey guys
Over the last few weeks I've been slowly working on this Single Red 1680 Mk5 dial, using the newly released Milk case.
Just wanted to share the build details & some pics
I sourced the VN dial from a friend who had an extra one. It's a very reasonable priced Mk5 dials I've seen floating around M2M, they usually trade for about $200-250 and the quality of the print / lume are both solid at this price point. No additional modding work done here (except to cut the dial feet)
The hands came from another build, modded and relumed, decided to use them as they were a perfect match to the dial lume color.
Crystal is from Clarks.
Movement is a low beat Swiss ETA 2846. I added a custom printed overlay with flat 3 and open 6 & 9. Alignment on the overlay should have been better, but after putting it all together I just couldn't be fussed to completely dismantle the watch and re-align it..
The Milk parts used in this build are the case, crown & tube, and insert - All are absolutely fantastic quality for a build at this price point.
Some pics of the final assembly:
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The Milk case is superb for an ETA build. His 1680 case fits a gen spec VN dial with correct diameter at the rehaut. Case profile, bezel, lugs, and CG's are all really nicely finished and no need for additional modding. Much better than using a Cartel base if youre planning an ETA build.
It was a slight challenge getting the case fully assembled as I had never done so before. Some pics of the build process below. I had to re-tap the midcase in order to fully screw down the tube - it was not fitting full flush with the case otherwise.
As was mentioned earlier in Tripdogs post, the Clarks crystal is not pressure fitted and needs to be secured. I used a bit of cyanoacrylate adhesive to secure both crystal & bezel assembly (base).
Once assembled, I tested the case to 5BAR and it passed without any leaks.
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To finish off it was just assembly work, I decided to go with another Milk insert to complete the look, as it seemed appropriate !
The insert again was not a "snap in" fit as the inner measurement of the bezel is slightly larger than the insert diameter. I used a small amount of plaster adhesive to secure the insert and I think it looks fine as is. The finishing on the bezel profile is excellent and it measures only 2mm thick.
Once fitted the bezel turns like gen, with a bit of downward pressure while rotating.
Lastly for those curious - I also mounted the Milk case with a Cartel 93160 bracelet and it fits perfectly
Some final pics with a few strap changes!
(The elastic strap is from https://nickmankeydesigns.com/shop/the-hook-strap-elastic-watch-band . They're one of the most comfortable straps I've owned. Pairs perfectly with vintage builds, IWC, etc. I highly recommended checking them out)
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Hope everyone has a great week and thanks for stopping by !
Over the last few weeks I've been slowly working on this Single Red 1680 Mk5 dial, using the newly released Milk case.
Just wanted to share the build details & some pics
I sourced the VN dial from a friend who had an extra one. It's a very reasonable priced Mk5 dials I've seen floating around M2M, they usually trade for about $200-250 and the quality of the print / lume are both solid at this price point. No additional modding work done here (except to cut the dial feet)
The hands came from another build, modded and relumed, decided to use them as they were a perfect match to the dial lume color.
Crystal is from Clarks.
Movement is a low beat Swiss ETA 2846. I added a custom printed overlay with flat 3 and open 6 & 9. Alignment on the overlay should have been better, but after putting it all together I just couldn't be fussed to completely dismantle the watch and re-align it..
The Milk parts used in this build are the case, crown & tube, and insert - All are absolutely fantastic quality for a build at this price point.
Some pics of the final assembly:
.
.
The Milk case is superb for an ETA build. His 1680 case fits a gen spec VN dial with correct diameter at the rehaut. Case profile, bezel, lugs, and CG's are all really nicely finished and no need for additional modding. Much better than using a Cartel base if youre planning an ETA build.
It was a slight challenge getting the case fully assembled as I had never done so before. Some pics of the build process below. I had to re-tap the midcase in order to fully screw down the tube - it was not fitting full flush with the case otherwise.
As was mentioned earlier in Tripdogs post, the Clarks crystal is not pressure fitted and needs to be secured. I used a bit of cyanoacrylate adhesive to secure both crystal & bezel assembly (base).
Once assembled, I tested the case to 5BAR and it passed without any leaks.
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.
To finish off it was just assembly work, I decided to go with another Milk insert to complete the look, as it seemed appropriate !
The insert again was not a "snap in" fit as the inner measurement of the bezel is slightly larger than the insert diameter. I used a small amount of plaster adhesive to secure the insert and I think it looks fine as is. The finishing on the bezel profile is excellent and it measures only 2mm thick.
Once fitted the bezel turns like gen, with a bit of downward pressure while rotating.
Lastly for those curious - I also mounted the Milk case with a Cartel 93160 bracelet and it fits perfectly
Some final pics with a few strap changes!
(The elastic strap is from https://nickmankeydesigns.com/shop/the-hook-strap-elastic-watch-band . They're one of the most comfortable straps I've owned. Pairs perfectly with vintage builds, IWC, etc. I highly recommended checking them out)
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Hope everyone has a great week and thanks for stopping by !