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I've often been asked how a modified ST19 case compares to a Vietnam V72 case, the latter known to be the closest to gen you can get. Even if I always answer after my mods the cartel case is very close, I'd say 99% because pushers and crown position SLIGHTLY differ, I feel I'm not believed... So here you go !!! See a Phong case beside a Cartel case. Both refinished of course as a stock Phong case isn't that exciting... And you can see for yourself how similar they are on the outside. I won't say which is which... I let you guys guess since some say it's obvious.... It's often stated as a no go the cartel is thicker. It isn't much, it's because of the stock shape, very straight on the sides, that one you'd get the illusion it's much too fat. A V72 movement is not taller than the ST19 (Venus 175). ST 19 is a larger diameter, but that doesn't show once cased. Also, at the end, see a genuine bezel beside a combo of a cartel bezel modified with a Vietnam insert and reshaped. Of course the font differs, I've never seen a 1:1 rep of a 6263 insert, but overall we're there ! It's close enough to be enjoyed when worn. Pictures are unforgiving... End word : a ST19 build is about 1/4 of the price of a V72 build...

This is probably one of the hardest dials to get right... Very subtle. And the silver sunburst is absolutely unforgiving as every small printing detail shows. If there's a flaw, you'll see it like an apple tree in the desert ! Usual specs here. ST19 case, Athaya crown, Vietnam dial and insert, gen coronet and T21... A great late 70's classic !!! A statement really.

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Nice dial and crown guards Bart! Cheers, Rick

Amazing. Love the look of those! Sent from my Pixel XL using Tapatalk

You are a true artist and craftsman. These are wearable artwork. You have incredible skills!

Great job Bart, this looks very nice !

Yes: Vietnam case Gen crystal Gen crown-tube Gen bezel assembly Gen dial Gen insert Gen bracelet Gen finals TC v2 hands Eta Swiss 2846

You can actually put it together with no ring. Once the dial and movement are together you can mount it with just the tabs. You may have to trim the tabs to fit, but that's all you will need. The case has a groove for the dial and once the dial is in that grove, it will not move. The tabs hold it securely in place. Try it, it works really good.

Outstanding work here, I think your right at least 100 a piece for them Can you try some Rolex model buckles next please

Hey gents, Short little update. Orders have been placed at the manufacturer in Switzerland. ETA is approximately the beginning of January. If all goes well it might even be around Christmas. We'll keep you posted accordingly! First batch will be: - white (ivory) background with black font - black background with white font (for the diver etc.) We're getting there!