yellomen Posted January 12, 2008 Report Share Posted January 12, 2008 yeah that's first problem, any other options? Yep... i already covered that in my post... there's a Chinese copy of the 2892 which might fit the dimensions. I don't have such a movement here however so i can't measure it. I'm pretty sure it must be in one of Ziggy's post or maybe someone else knows it... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
k2222 Posted January 12, 2008 Author Report Share Posted January 12, 2008 Yea. I think if this project done at all, it should be done correctly with a 2892A2 as the engine. Or an alternative would be the Selita SW 300. But if it can't be 1:1, I would say don't bother. second that 1:1 or nothing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HauteHippie Posted January 12, 2008 Report Share Posted January 12, 2008 second that 1:1 or nothing The Asian 2892 knockoff would be fine and is most viable... I just meant the case needed to be sized correctly. I can put my own swiss movement in after the fact. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pugwash Posted January 12, 2008 Report Share Posted January 12, 2008 I want one so badly! Me too, mate. It's such a clean simple watch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pugwash Posted January 12, 2008 Report Share Posted January 12, 2008 The Asian 2892 knockoff would be fine and is most viable... I agree. The Seagull would be bgreat, as long as it runs at 28k Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cronsell Posted January 12, 2008 Report Share Posted January 12, 2008 This sounds like a pretty simple watch to build for them. It must be a 1:1 case and dial (bracelet would be nice too, but just the watch would make me happy!) I love it!!! This is some great stuff, a lot of interest, a lot of quality information, a lot of noise!!! Let's keep it going, IF THEY BUILD IT, WE WILL BY IT!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yellomen Posted January 12, 2008 Report Share Posted January 12, 2008 The Asian 2892 knockoff would be fine and is most viable... I just meant the case needed to be sized correctly. I can put my own swiss movement in after the fact. Exactly my thought Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pugwash Posted January 12, 2008 Report Share Posted January 12, 2008 Gen from Joyful Collection: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stephane Posted January 12, 2008 Report Share Posted January 12, 2008 The Asian 2892 knockoff would be fine and is most viable... I just meant the case needed to be sized correctly. I can put my own swiss movement in after the fact. Ok, so when is the shipping planned ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FxrAndy Posted January 12, 2008 Report Share Posted January 12, 2008 I agree. The Seagull would be bgreat, as long as it runs at 28k seagull st 18 would work fine for this i think and it would not put me off for a second, infact a rep with a repped movement is even better Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eunomians Posted January 12, 2008 Report Share Posted January 12, 2008 And what are people looking at outside? Not such a beauty, too classic, not noticable on the wrist as a "top" watch. The Mark Series have always been hugely popular in Asia. The zen-like simplicity is the allure. The dial was, without a doubt, designed with using the Golden Section. These dials have some sort of weird magnetism or draw. They are perfectly balanced. It is actually odd and strangely compelling. Own one and you will see what I mean. The Mark XV is a perfect watch in every way. I know of no other watch that is perfect like this. The MK XVI, although different, is build upon the same base as the other MK Series. It is a nice 'young son', of MK XV so to speak. And I do believe it is a hot seller since the XVI is flying off the shelves at various ADs I've visited around the world. Remember this: the Mark Series have a devoted and dedicated worldwide following. They have ever since the caliber 89-powered Mark XI M.O.D. Type 48 (made to 6B/346 spec) was made! Bring on the Mark XVI!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
erwinner Posted January 12, 2008 Report Share Posted January 12, 2008 It's crazy, we've been begging to have this one made for a long while now. Totally agree... Eunomians and myself have been starting posts on the mk XVI for over a year now... Bring it on! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stephane Posted January 12, 2008 Report Share Posted January 12, 2008 These dials have some sort of weird magnetism or draw. They are perfectly balanced. It is actually odd and strangely compelling. Monsieur Euno, I agree. I was not clear maybe. We, on the forums, do love that dial, that watch. But rep makers aren't looking at us only: they are looking at masses and for sure this watch isn't what masses are looking for as first choice.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jj69 Posted January 13, 2008 Report Share Posted January 13, 2008 I too cast my vote for a Mark XVI rep, but it has to be a SUPERB copy. Even the slightest tell on a simple, classic design like this will be GLARING. This rep should be good enough to make up for the sins of the abysmal Mark XV rep. In fact, the existing Mark XV rep bracelet should be a perfect match for the XVI. The XV rep case was 39mm (incorrect for the 38mm gen XV, but correct for the 39mm gen XVI). I believe the lug size was accordingly larger as well. The most they would have to do with the bracelet would be new end links, if anything. They should DEFINITELY use the Seagull 2982 movement. Rep makers have to STOP using the overpriced ETA 2824. It was a fine movement when it could be had for under $50, but at its new $125+ street price, it is outrageously overpriced. If you have to use a 2824 in a rep, use the very fine Chinese copy, or go with a Sellita equivalent if you must have Swiss. If a factory could make a flawless rep of this watch with decent AR and sell it for under $150 with an Asian 2982, there would be no stopping the sales. It would be an instant rep of 2008. It boggles my mind that the rep makers go to great lengths to make complicated reps for which there is virtually no market (like the DeWitt's, for example), yet they ignore the simple Mark XV and XVI. The gens can be had fairly cheap (under $3,000), so they should pick one up and rep it 1:1. All they need to do is get the dial and case right, use the S2892 movement, and assemble the case like the gen (not the joke that is the XV rep), and they'll have an instant winner! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
puttputt Posted January 14, 2008 Report Share Posted January 14, 2008 I've wanted one of these since trying one on at a dealer last summer. I would definitely buy one if they come up with a high-quality rep of this watch. Seems like a consensus is growing here that this would be a popular model... I hope the dealers are paying attention. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yellomen Posted January 15, 2008 Report Share Posted January 15, 2008 So now we will start bumping this thread daily untill we finally get what we want? Cool.... BUMP Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
k2222 Posted January 15, 2008 Author Report Share Posted January 15, 2008 I'm in contact with Angus, he asked about it yesterday, if he have to buy a genuine to copy that, ofcourse we all know the answer:) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seadweller4000 Posted January 15, 2008 Report Share Posted January 15, 2008 Haha, cool. Looks like we already achieved something. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lazarini Posted January 15, 2008 Report Share Posted January 15, 2008 Love the design and look of this piece ... tried one on my business trip to Munich mid 2007 in an AD and absolutely love it ... Hope they make this one my vote is in regards Laz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alant Posted January 15, 2008 Report Share Posted January 15, 2008 Wow k2222, that's good news! Thanks for the update. Hope to see them being rep soon. With a nice matching strap, this watch will stand out. Guess I'm one of those waiting eagerly for this watch! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
k2222 Posted January 15, 2008 Author Report Share Posted January 15, 2008 i don't even care for a brecelet for myself, nice croco will work better though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seadweller4000 Posted January 15, 2008 Report Share Posted January 15, 2008 i don't even care for a brecelet for myself, nice croco will work better though Agreed. Just make the lugwidth correct... (Unlike the MarkXV replica) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
letter Posted January 15, 2008 Report Share Posted January 15, 2008 would love one of these. hope the project takes off. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stephane Posted January 15, 2008 Report Share Posted January 15, 2008 Jakub, I promise to bump this thread every now and then Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dachshund Posted January 15, 2008 Report Share Posted January 15, 2008 If done correctly, I'm in for the mark XVI Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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