Project 300: Dial and case design

[bob m]

will a bit of lume (triangle) be possible in that bezel?

[Yao]

will a bit of lume (triangle) be possible in that bezel?

The idea is to light up the whole bezel. I am experimenting with a supplier that does the application of the luminous material using a different method than what other companies use. It might be better or a complete train wreck, we'll see.

The primary supplier is using lume printed onto the back of the sapphire insert - tried and tested. Its the way most companies do it (e.g. IWC)

[bob m]

wow that sounds great-I was only hoping for a lumed triangle. The whole bezel being lumed is pretty great. I know korsbek recently had a bad run on lumed sapphire bezels for their long awaited hydro explorer. Its sounds like a tough job to get it just right

[Yao]

wow that sounds great-I was only hoping for a lumed triangle. The whole bezel being lumed is pretty great. I know korsbek recently had a bad run on lumed sapphire bezels for their long awaited hydro explorer. Its sounds like a tough job to get it just right

Its a major PITA, which is why I am spending time and resources to try to line up back ups. You can't take this kind of feature for granted.

[tmoris]

Its a major PITA, which is why I am spending time and resources to try to line up back ups. You can't take this kind of feature for granted.

does that mean that there is a slight possibility that the bezel wouldnt be luminous if this supplier didnt work out?

[Yao]

does that mean that there is a slight possibility that the bezel wouldnt be luminous if this supplier didnt work out?

You should expect a luminous sapphire inlay. I am just covering all of the possible scenarios by trying out another vendor. I am just trying to do everything I can to avoid delays in the production. I would rather be over prepared than caught with my pants down. Even with all of this "insurance" there may still be delays but I thought you guys would appreciate knowing that I am doing everything I can think of.

[tmoris]

You should expect a luminous sapphire inlay. I am just covering all of the possible scenarios by trying out another vendor. I am just trying to do everything I can to avoid delays in the production. I would rather be over prepared than caught with my pants down. Even with all of this "insurance" there may still be delays but I thought you guys would appreciate knowing that I am doing everything I can think of.

yes, certainly. i would rather wait for a luminous bezel insert than get the watch fast without one..

[chris7013]

+1 all the way. I will wait for it to be done right. Keep up the good work Bill

[ljb187]

+1 all the way. I will wait for it to be done right. Keep up the good work Bill

I feel the same way. I've been reading about MKll's high standards on various WUS threads for a couple of years now and therefore am willing to wait till the cows come home for a watch that lives up to the to-numerous-to-count glowing references and positive anecdotes I've seen.

Blessed / cursed with a slim wrist, I would prefer the smaller size. The diameter of 42 mm is not so much the problem, but the 50 mm length is.
Hence, my choice for option C:
Diameter: 41.25 mm
Length (end of lug to lug): 48.50 - 48.95 mm

I also hope that's the answer, but if it's not I'm happy for the people who get their ideal size (though the feeling would be similar to losing a close playoff game in overtime).

[ffernand]

Bill, any word on the survey results? Thanks