Aegir update and CD-1 question

[t20569cald]

Thought I would just cut and paste the email update here, and the bottom part is throwing an idea out there.
I would like to see the interest in the CD-1, and the idea that I originally wanted to stay away from, and that is pre-order, and using those deposits to help fund it. The thing is now, that I am confident in my suppliers, and A10 movements have proved what I was hoping they would be, and are currently on order, with around 7 months to delivery. It would take this long to do all the tooling and so on to produce the watches, and with sales already existing in pre=order, then might be the way forward. If not, then maybe by years end the CD-1 will appear.

Hello Gents,

I asked a couple of days back to Mhvj, if movements are still on track
(this time!) for May/June delivery, to which they replied ,,,yes!
So things are looking up, and it appears to finally be close to the
CD-2 being assembled. Good timing too, as the prototype should be
readied for its first saturation dive just after Basel watch fair, as
Thomas Prescher has been busy with a new project for Basel, and I am
happy to wait.
So the new cases are in production with the revised lug holes to
accommodate better the Metta leather, which are being made new to suit
the Ennebi roller buckle, as the pin is thicker.
The rising costs, have been an issue, but all is good.
The boxes will include Metta on the watch, rubber Isofrane in the box,
and the solid case back will also be in the box. I have decided not to
include the Nato strap at this point, as it is all getting far to
costly, especially with the buckle choice last minute and new straps.

Once movements are close to shipping, as it will be quickly after this
that the first watches start shipping, deposits will be asked for to
retain the place in the list, as the wait list is long too, and for
those who may drop out, it would be nice to place someone who is next
on the list a place up. I will be asking for 30% deposits close to the
time, but not yet.


I am considering to speed up the process of the CD-1, to take
pre-orders, to help fund the project. It was something in the past I
have stayed away from, but now that suppliers are known to me,
movements from Soprod are what I expected, and on order, this could be
one way in delivering the watch quicker, as many would like to see, as
well as myself.
Currently, the CD-1 dial, in white is being made by Cador in Germany,
and we are trying the see if the current Appliques will work with the
dial, as it will be between 2 to 3mm larger than the CD-2. With a more
dressy watch, I will need to be careful in not having too thick a
bezel with a smaller dial, so a rapid prototype will be made to make
sure it is a fit. The prototype in metal will not be needed, as it
does share the same case back sealing, and crown as the current CD-2.
The difference will be a larger crystal and dial, and of course hands
to suit and all dial markers to suit, and with new crystal sealing
will not be a WR issue, but all will be tested.
I will post this idea on www.thedivewatchconnection.com to get some
feedback, as the pre-order idea at this point is just that, an idea
for some feedback.

Once this model is made, then I will be able to concentrate on some
special editions for people that have contacted me, and am looking
forward to those projects.
It all takes time and of course money, so just throwing the idea out
there to see what people think.

[Putnam dan]

Ah the white dial

Todd, you know I'm happy to pay any deposit you want.

[giosdad]

All good news. Each update is more promising.

The white dial CD-1 sounds very intriguing and I would not mind a pre-order if I was interested after looking at mock-ups or sample.

[2ar2c1]

a deposit is not a problem, glad to help move the cd-1 along.

[Dedalus]

Hey Todd,

I'm definitely interested in the CD-1, and I do believe I'd be willing to participate in a pre-order.
Assume the black dial would still be standard too (no interest in a white dial for me).

[caesarmascetti]

Todd, I would be willing to pre-order as well, after seeing the prototype/ mockup

[t20569cald]

Hey Todd,

I'm definitely interested in the CD-1, and I do believe I'd be willing to participate in a pre-order.
Assume the black dial would still be standard too (no interest in a white dial for me).

Yep, Black dial would be the standard.
And yes, a render of the exact drawing, and rapid prototype would also be shown.

[craniotes]

I'd be down for a deposit on the CD-1, particularly with a white dial, so as to better differentiate it from my impending CD-2 LE.

Regards,
Adam

PS - NATO-schmato; Metta and ISO pay for all.

[t20569cald]

I'd be down for a deposit on the CD-1, particularly with a white dial, so as to better differentiate it from my impending CD-2 LE.

Regards,
Adam

PS - NATO-schmato; Metta and ISO pay for all.

I will be ordering these ones from Carl at GasGasBones, and was planning to then PM any customers both LE and regular, to let them have them for my cost.
Oh, and IF I did a pre-order, the price would be for export, $1700 for the CD-1, shipped on Isofrane as well.
The standard shipping rate of around $70 and $14 is the insurance component.

[Jamie]

Oh yer I another model coming out Todd good news.

Best off luck.

[jimyritz]

Hey Todd,

Thanks for the update. I could be interested pending a mock up...


Mike

[Jamie]

Make sure Carl send some long straps I have boughtb2 and they were always too short

[Putnam dan]

Gas gas NATO yes please

[caesarmascetti]

I'd be down for a deposit on the CD-1, particularly with a white dial, so as to better differentiate it from my impending CD-2 LE.

Regards,
Adam

PS - NATO-schmato; Metta and ISO pay for all.

I will be ordering these ones from Carl at GasGasBones, and was planning to then PM any customers both LE and regular, to let them have them for my cost.
Oh, and IF I did a pre-order, the price would be for export, $1700 for the CD-1, shipped on Isofrane as well.
The standard shipping rate of around $70 and $14 is the insurance component.

HI Todd, one suggestion to you if I may. The screw bar head is there any way to have this changed to an allen-head? I find it much easier to use without scratching the lugs, and the CD-1 IMO is the kind of watch I'll have lot's of straps for.

[mbakes]

Todd, I'm in for the pre-order on the CD-1. While strap changes are easy with the one sided screw bar you use, the lugs do tend to get a little scratched on the surface. A allen head would be perfect, if it can be done. I should add if you careful, the scratches are hardly noticeable.

Would love a GGB strap as well.

[CGSshorty]

Scotch tape is your friend.

[t20569cald]

Todd, I'm in for the pre-order on the CD-1. While strap changes are easy with the one sided screw bar you use, the lugs do tend to get a little scratched on the surface. A allen head would be perfect, if it can be done. I should add if you careful, the scratches are hardly noticeable.

Would love a GGB strap as well.

The trick is not to let the screw driver leave the head! Yeah, easier said than done I know, mine has a scratch or three also. I will look into this option, and see if we can get the diameter right for the lugs. It was the original plan, but as I went for the shortest possible watch, it was scraped. I do agree it would be the way to go, and I will get back to you all on that, but I can see no reason why not.

[mbakes]

The truth is that once I got the hang of it, I reduced the issues. The scratches are minimal and do not bother me much. The allen head would likely eliminate the issue all together and make an already great watch, better.

[BSears]

Provided no one drops out on the CD-2 LE (which could mean an opening for me again ) I would be in for a pre-order on the CD-1. Can't wait to see mock ups and renderings.

[abuemily]

Hey, Todd, this is the one I've been waiting for. I'm happy to pony up for a pre-order on the CD-1. Just put me on the list and let me know when/how much. Too cool.

[kawasakizx7]

Todd,I'd be happy to stump up for the pre order.I think I'd plump for the white dial though, pencil me in then I can take a look beta help me decide which one!

Cheers,craig

[ezcheese]

CD-1 is gonna be killer.

And I think there will be enough people willing to plunk down a deposit to get some funds flowing and get the CD-1 done quicker.

[CGSshorty]

Make mine a white dial with blue accents and I am all over it.

[t20569cald]

Wow, everyone wants White dials! And here was me thinking there was only one.
Well, the first white dial is a trial of Appliques and current print tools, the second is a production dial for Putnam dan, so guess it will be a feature then.

[Putnam dan]

And here I was thinking I was unique

The white really should be limited to the cool crowd