Viet Gen-Spec 16710 Frankens are here to stay - byebye BP!

[cosmos99]

Hello !
My 16710

 

[Perpetual]

Hello !
My 16710

Specs please

 

[sfbatman787]

Caseback is different from sub, here are comparison pictures with ZZF 116610 caseback (with sticker). The build will end up 12.40mm when you use 2.7mm gasket.







Here is a pic of my 16710 using this case. All gen, except midcase, caseback and insert.

Just bought this case on ebay. Didn't know the seller was on the forums.

Anyhow, planning on putting a gen dial, gen coke insert, gen bezel, gen retainer ring, gen click spring, gen xtal, gen crown, gen tube, gen hands, gen DW with vr3186, and gen caseback.

Really hoping that the case is quality and doesn't require any reshaping of the lugs or cgs.

 

[fatboy637]

Just bought this case on ebay. Didn't know the seller was on the forums.

Anyhow, planning on putting a gen dial, gen coke insert, gen bezel, gen retainer ring, gen click spring, gen xtal, gen crown, gen tube, gen hands, gen DW with vr3186, and gen caseback.

Really hoping that the case is quality and doesn't require any reshaping of the lugs or cgs.

Where did you get the gen bezel? any sources other than tswisst and ebay?

 

[relentless-pinguine]

I read through the whole thread now, and it has been mantioned a couple of times - how to fit a gen insert on vn case. One said it was too small, another said too big, and that he just pressed it against a wooden table.

My insert is too big, have tried pressing it in with a crystal press with no luck. Is there any other way to get it in without sanding it slightliy on the sides

 

[sfbatman787]

Where did you get the gen bezel? any sources other than tswisst and ebay?

I have my own direct source and it's neither of the ones you mentioned.

 

[sfbatman787]

Caseback is different from sub, here are comparison pictures with ZZF 116610 caseback (with sticker). The build will end up 12.40mm when you use 2.7mm gasket.


Here is a pic of my 16710 using this case. All gen, except midcase, caseback and insert.

Are you using a rep insert with gen bezel or is the whole assembly rep? The case is listed as 1:1 but we all know that is never the case with these aftermarket cases. I am wondering now if the gen steel bezel will fit this rep case.

 

[fatboy637]

I have my own direct source and it's neither of the ones you mentioned.

happy for ya boss, if you ever have extras lmk

 

[Perpetual]

I read through the whole thread now, and it has been mantioned a couple of times - how to fit a gen insert on vn case. One said it was too small, another said too big, and that he just pressed it against a wooden table.

My insert is too big, have tried pressing it in with a crystal press with no luck. Is there any other way to get it in without sanding it slightliy on the sides

I've used liquid soap on my Gen insert to fit my VN tudor sub it worked me hope this helps

 

[FiveGuys]

Are you using a rep insert with gen bezel or is the whole assembly rep? The case is listed as 1:1 but we all know that is never the case with these aftermarket cases. I am wondering now if the gen steel bezel will fit this rep case.

I also have the gen insert now. The gen bezel assembly was acquired from the bay, fristclassdials, and the coke insert I have been using was from ST.

 

[relentless-pinguine]

I've used liquid soap on my Gen insert to fit my VN tudor sub it worked me hope this helps

Thanks! Thought you were trolling, but it actually did the job!

 

[Perpetual]

Thanks! Thought you were trolling, but it actually did the job!

I wouldn't steer anyone in the wrong direction great piece it's an absolute stunner!! Congrats

 

[lfarcos]

Reviewing this thread …

I would like to get one of this 16710, lightly modded !! …

 

[silentflight]

You should do it!

 

[cosmos99]

Hi Folks
I've bought on eBay the thin caseback for 16710, and it fits perfectly on my BP 16710. So 12,5 mm thick now !

Here is the link > https://www.ebay.fr/itm/36398208186...rentrq:ccd2d3721830a4b68677cf11ffeef544|iid:1

You can contact the seller, he's selling only the casebacks with gasket for 45€. Great buy.

 

[CarpetRyd]

Best thread!

 

[easy_beaching]

Hi Folks
I've bought on eBay the thin caseback for 16710, and it fits perfectly on my BP 16710. So 12,5 mm thick now !

Here is the link > https://www.ebay.fr/itm/363982081862?_trkparms=amclksrc=ITM&aid=111001&algo=REC.SEED&ao=1&asc=20160908105057&meid=1dc3b25cd6ef465ea37fe57c781a2049&pid=100675&rk=1&rkt=15&sd=363982081862&itm=363982081862&pmt=0&noa=1&pg=2380057&brand=Markenlos&_trksid=p2380057.c100675.m4236&_trkparms=pageci:fef0bc7c-4a42-11ed-b14e-365862aaf09e|parentrq:ccd2d3721830a4b68677cf11ffeef544|iid:1

You can contact the seller, he's selling only the casebacks with gasket for 45€. Great buy.

This is wonderful news! Thank you.

 

[easy_beaching]

Just to give folks an update. I contacted the seller regarding selling only the casebacks and he said that he will be creating a separate listed for just the casebacks in the next few weeks. If anyone gets that listing link it would be appreciated if you could share it here. Thanks!

 

[Perpetual]

I've spoken to him as well, and he told me 16610 sub case sets will be in the works on paper for now and will be in production late next year

Oh Yea

 

[APjumbo]

Just ordered my eBay case this morning.
I have two projects in the works so may still go the VN route for the other.