The case is complete! - My GMT project
Hello, Watchcrunchers!
We are getting closer to the end of this project🍻
Two days ago I received the stainless steel sapphire caseback. With this part, I can finally say that the case is complete!
what's missing and time plan:
Dial and Hands:
If everything goes smoothly, I should receive them around the end of April/ start of May
Front sapphire glass:
Before placing the order, I'm still considering if using the AR coating or not... I would appreciate suggestions from you.
In my mind I was considering without AR, but I still have to think about it.
Please tell me your opinion in the comments!😀
Definitive rubber bracelet:
I will leave this as the last thing to buy, but the material will be black rubber and a deployant clasp in stainless steel.
That's all for now!
As always, if you have questions or suggestions, I'm here💪
Ciao,
Patrick
Hey there! I'm Patrick, a watch enthusiast and product designer. Excited to be working on my GMT watch project. Putting all my passion and free time into creating a unique timepiece."
Looks dope.
My $0.02: AR is very useful and pleasing in a watch (to me).
They say there’s nothing new under the sun, but that case shape is new to me. It’s reading as a sports watch (lugs and crown guard), but the shape suggests dress watch. I like that the GMT hand doesn’t dominate the watch, but I wonder if it will be hard to differentiate between it and the hour hand. Take that with a grain of salt, I realize you’re pretty far down the design road here. As for AR, like sapphire it’s just one of those things I always say yes to. Then again, I guess it depends on what your vision is here (had I been paying more attention, I’d probably already know that). I’d say AR unless you don’t think of this as a sports watch.
Anyway, it looks interesting.
Absolutely have AR!! Internal only tho.
I've got rid of quite a few because of lack of AR coating..
Looks dope.
My $0.02: AR is very useful and pleasing in a watch (to me).
Hi @howmanywatches! thank you for your comment! I will dig more into this AR thing. I'm sure someone on the platform already made a poll or something similar. Thanks!
They say there’s nothing new under the sun, but that case shape is new to me. It’s reading as a sports watch (lugs and crown guard), but the shape suggests dress watch. I like that the GMT hand doesn’t dominate the watch, but I wonder if it will be hard to differentiate between it and the hour hand. Take that with a grain of salt, I realize you’re pretty far down the design road here. As for AR, like sapphire it’s just one of those things I always say yes to. Then again, I guess it depends on what your vision is here (had I been paying more attention, I’d probably already know that). I’d say AR unless you don’t think of this as a sports watch.
Anyway, it looks interesting.
Thank you @thekris !
Actually, I had the same feeling with the GMT hand 2 weeks ago haha that's why on the technical drawings that I sent to the factory, there will be some changes.
How about a time only option?
Looking good. I say AR coating.
Absolutely have AR!! Internal only tho.
I've got rid of quite a few because of lack of AR coating..
Thank you @Inkitatus! Good to know💪🏼
How about a time only option?
Could be interesting! but what would you put on the empty space left from the gmt numbers?
Could be interesting! but what would you put on the empty space left from the gmt numbers?
What about an engraves bezel? Engraving of various parts was popular in the early 1900s and if done right might look good as a bezel embellishment.
Are you planning on mass producing them (like a couple of 100 pieces) at some point?
Are you planning on mass producing them (like a couple of 100 pieces) at some point?
As I said in some previous comments, sometime I find my self thinking about it😬 But I should launch a crowdfunding campaign to get capital.. Anyway, right now this is a prototype and is not ready to mass production! If I have to sell something, the product must be perfect haha never say never! Could be fun to produce them in a small quantity
That's really nice looking! I'd be interested in a watch like that. very unique. Go with the AR.
That's really nice looking! I'd be interested in a watch like that. very unique. Go with the AR.
Thank you for your nice compliment! 💪🏼
Beautiful 😍
AR - yes, but inside only.
The hands Jerry! Otherwise its fucking beautiful 🤌
🔥💡❤️
Beautiful 😍
AR - yes, but inside only.
Thank you!💪🏼
What about an engraves bezel? Engraving of various parts was popular in the early 1900s and if done right might look good as a bezel embellishment.
Oh, nice idea!
The hands Jerry! Otherwise its fucking beautiful 🤌
Ahh those were the most difficult parts to design tbh😂
Love it as is .
AR I can take it or leave it so I'm no good to you there but personally I trust your judgement.
Ahh those were the most difficult parts to design tbh😂
I don’t doubt it! The design you’ve gone with is beautiful but it’s difficult to distinguish time telling at a glance or even a second 😵lol. Keep going mate cheers 🍻
Yes indeed AR coating. You will be very disappointed when it is finished and you cannot read it at times!
Yes indeed AR coating. You will be very disappointed when it is finished and you cannot read it at times!
Thank you for the feedback!
Wow just saw this and I think it's beautiful. I'd definately go with AR but I would probably add a contrasting colour for the GMT hand to differentiate it and perhaps a different coloured lume tip than the rest of the hands. Other than that I would buy one if the price was right.
Wow just saw this and I think it's beautiful. I'd definately go with AR but I would probably add a contrasting colour for the GMT hand to differentiate it and perhaps a different coloured lume tip than the rest of the hands. Other than that I would buy one if the price was right.
@Bridge_Too_Far Thank you for the great feedback!
In reality, the hands should be more contrasted (I hope). Hours, minutes, and seconds will be polished silver while the GMT will be matte white. we'll find out as soon as I get the samples!
@Bridge_Too_Far Thank you for the great feedback!
In reality, the hands should be more contrasted (I hope). Hours, minutes, and seconds will be polished silver while the GMT will be matte white. we'll find out as soon as I get the samples!
That sounds great! Hope it works out. Will be following your progress eagerly.