RWG General discussion

how do you guys decide on what rep to get when you can only get one at a time?

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 02:28:43 +0000

I would get whichever one could have a supply issue at some point, but since the seawolf , and AFAIK the sosf aren't available (sosf AFAIK is only available with 21j while seawolf was only available with "Swiss" eta) I find myself having to choose between other reps I want, which means basically choosing between a planet ocean, a submariner, or maybe a dssd (not sure if I want one). I've had a 45.5 mm planet ocean before, so naturally I'm leaning towards replacing it (though an orange bezel white number one (not an official version of the gen, but can be done by getting a black and white planet ocean and changing the bezel insert to the orange one, and there are a few people that have done so with the gen and I dig the look) mine was black and white) since I liked it a lot, but needed some money at the time, so I sold it since I knew I could always get another one. And I also don't know what a Rolex sub/dssd would feel like (especially being the rolexes are in smaller sizes) and there's the issue of wokky rehaut unless you get a version without rehaut, and idk if a decent rep could do it or if the small things would slightly upset me in the slightest way, especially since it seems Rolex reps have more things that can go wrong, and in the end I might Just wanna get a modded sub/dssd from BK . Can one that can comfortably wear a 45.5 mm planet ocean also comfortably wear a sub/dssd anyways. Really long post, I know.

anybody else must have an ss bracelet with your reps?

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 23:13:59 +0000

If I can't get a rep with an ss bracelet I won't buy it, I Just don't like rubber/polyurethane/leather/whatever straps.

Shipping Issues and delays, anyone have this problem?

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 19:21:54 +0000

So back in January I sent my watch back to china to be repaired after having for less than 8 hours I accept that the CNY probably caused a delay but i didn't think it wouldn't be this long.... still not received by the vendor yet!!!

Took a look at the USPS site with the tracking # and it says it was delivered on the 16th to make matters worse. So obviously double checked my address and info etc... everything is ok as far as that goes.

Anyone else have this problem? This is my first replica and am trying to be as patient as possible, but the $375 i've got wrapped up in this deal isn't exactly chump change for me.. Wondering if i just lost my watch and my money

Anyhow one have any word of advice I know I know i probably should just wait it out... but this is kill'n me!

OFREI: Is there anyone about to place a order?

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 18:43:49 +0000

Hi All,
I would like to place a small order but I had bad past experience with Ofrei (basically he just ignored my requests).
Is there someone who's about to place a purchase order willing to add some small items for me?

Of course I'll paypal you in advance.

I'm located in Eu and it'd be necessary to forward these items to me later on (ne need to say..cost on me) .

If it's not too much hassle, please let me know.

Thanks

Steinhart Watches - What's your Opinion of them?

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 15:05:10 +0000

Hi All,

Just wondering if anyone can offer their views on the Steinhart range of watches?

Looking to buy the Ocean 1 Vintage Red as it looks a great piece, http://www.steinhartwatches.de/de/OCEAN-1-VINTAGE-red,191.html

I love the look of it but are they reliable movements etc and how do they compare quality wise to other brands?

Would appreciate any help you guys can offer

Cheers

Saturday WC

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 07:51:42 +0000

Missing the Mediterranean Coast of Cannes... (There is 18" of SNOW outside right now)

Trip to Local Rolex AD today

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 03:50:03 +0000

I visited one of the authorized Rolex AD's in my area today. Very nice experience, I really frown on the pretentious high brow bs some of the sales people feel they need to engage in at Jewelers/AD's so this store was right up my alley.

Salesman was a young man in his mid to early 20's... kept it friendly,informative, and stuck to the meat and potatoes about the watches. He didn't hype or oversell and didn't try to pinch me into a commitment.. followed my lead and showed me most of the Sports Range they had in the store.

I tried on a Deep Sea

I tried on a Ceramic Sub

i tried on a 39mm Explorer I

I tried on a No Date 14060M sub ( I was surprised how small it looked)

Best surprise was the numbers on the Explorer I 39mm.. I liked the previous version Explorer I which had white luminous on the numerals but was a skosh smaller at 37mm.
From pics of the 39mm I was afraid the numerals would be too big and pronounced for my taste.. But that was not the case.. the numbers blended very well with the rest of the watch and gave it a balanced classic look. The dial was not really jet black .. more of a faded black or grey tint. Very positive impression on the 39mm Explorer I.

Deep Sea was another hit though I'd have liked it to be 45-47mm.. I like the Big Chunky Monkeys. The Ring Lock which seems so prominent in alot of pictures was hardley noticeable at a distance from my eye to my wrist.. subdued, not a prominent gaudy feature and I was happy with the styling. Great Watch.

Ceramic was great.. alot of value there. Had a larger presense than it's 40mm diameter would imply.. Impressive rock solid watch.

14060m/No Date sub.. I was disappointed to be honest, I thought the non date feature might make it seem larger but it seemed very small in comparison to it's
ceramic brother.

I had no intention of buying so I kept the visit brief out of courtesy ... Whole visit was maybe 10 minutes. I tossed out enough product info during our visit that the guy knew I had a grasp on the product line- I think he enjoyed talking to someone who knew the watches. After looking at the models he had on display I spoke with him about my Old 1958 vintage Gen Oyster and then made my exit. Very nice time.

Interesting deal with this store.. Rolex was the only watch brand they carried.. and it was their main business. A splash of jewelry- everything else was Rolex.

Cheers.. Kyle

"Drive" used rep Patek

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 02:42:40 +0000

I watched the movie "Drive" and noticed the lead character's watch was in the movie alot.
That got me curious because I couldn't quite make out what it was..google revealed it was a Patek.
In the article I read they said it was a fantasy watch and they used replicas. Pretty good movie I guess.

http://www.gq-magazine.co.uk/style/articles/2011-09/16/gq-watches-ryan-gosling-watch-from-drive-film-movie

Officially a man now, WUS thread nuked thanks to me.

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 00:06:29 +0000

Well, I guess I am a man now. I managed to post something in a WUS thread, that got me a reprimand and the thread was deleted.

Evidently HELPING members over there my posting a link to a legitimate commercial website is a NO NO, and cuts into their sponsors revenue.

So in short, if you try to save your fellow man money on parts, you are undercutting the AD/Forum Sponsors.

God I love RWG! Long live the "Real Watch Guide" where free speech is still possible.

Augmented Reality

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 22:56:53 +0000

This is really quite amazing. Being in my 30s and well behind the computer power curve a good friend showed me the latest augmented reality demos. Follow this link and download the app if you have an iPhone and it turns boring pictures on A4 paper into live objects using the camera on the phone. Very weird but imagine if you could view watches in perfect Augmented Reality!

http://poweredbystring.com/showcase

Let me know if you enjoy the results.

Cheers

Rob

So I shipped the Cartier I just sold to Miami...

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 22:39:02 +0000

and our forum brother and purchaser sent me a PM concerned as the tracking told him it was out for delivery in my zip code. Ah, how the U.S. postal service is really starting to reflect their growing budget constraints. Thank God I insured it for the full amount of purchase. Let's hope it finds its way to Miami for its new owner. He definitely prefers the watch to a refund.

Moral of this story: The USPS is really starting to suck an egg, so insure insure insure....

--Jer

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Humorous Photo

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 20:24:54 +0000

Justasgood (Kurt)

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 19:50:42 +0000

First!

What the fuck is wrong with the Member trade reviews? Is it locked? If so way?

As i cant leave feedback with my iphone for Kurt becuse sometimes the full version of rwg works maybe 2times out of 10 om this stinking piss of shit phone and the trade review is closed i leave it here! Kurt as soon as i ave acces to a cp i will give you feedback!

Ok here goes!

A few weeks back i was searching for a rivet rolex bracelet WTB, few minutes after i made the post Justasgood (Kurt) pm me telling me he hade one, i thought woooow very very nice but it dident stop there, he sent it to me for free god damn homie he said "just cover the post cost" mother fucker!!! Well it got here today and i have never hade a rivet bracelet feeling this genish, wooow its amazing Kurt, THANK you very very much!!! You made me very happy!!!

Now there is onely 3members (amazing members) that i can trust with my watches when they need service and stuff thouse are Rolexaddict, Justasgood and fxrandy! These three guys are amazing and very proffesional!!!

But way hasent rwg given Justasgood a own "watch service" spot here on rwg, we need guys like him, and who says that it isent room for one more amazing watch guru?

Just for justasgood!

Yuki Case 1675 opinions, looks like a submanriner case

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 17:07:21 +0000

It does look like a submariner, right?

Rumor Mill

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 15:21:39 +0000

Do any of you, guys, have any information on the upcoming/upgraded/updated reps coming after CNY this year from our TDs?

C'mon, spill it, you know you want to...

New Pam 005n or 111n from Noob

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 10:14:45 +0000

I can't decide! After much research...

This is my first panerai..

I have heard (and read from the excellent strip down review by Josh) Noob has the best 111 with only the AR not as good as H.

Whereas the 005 the dial and the AR may not be as good as the H...

Which leads me back to the 111.... but I prefer the closed case back!! (extremely picky I know!) I could always buy a closed case back!

Advice please!!

What would you chose / which is known for being a better rep?

Price Jump in Reps?

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 07:19:22 +0000

I was just browsing a usual rep sites, not one of the TD sites but I've purchased from them half a dozen times and I noticed the prices have jumped at least 40 for most watches! I was browsing for a simple SS datejust and some had almost doubled in price from what they were earlier this week. I hope this is just some temporary gouging because of CNY and not a permanent trend.

mary (watch-international) has a new paypal?

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 07:08:51 +0000

Just wanna know that its not Just me and that I'm not playing somebody's game (got a text message claiming something about the iPhone 5 and I think it tried to redirect to a porn site, and those kinda sites seem to be filled with viruses. (Can the internet on a phone even get a virus?)).

Friday Wristapalooza

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 05:36:55 +0000

Hopefully I'll get the soft-cast off my hand tomorrow and the staples outa my shoulder in the morning!!! Guess I'll wear ol' classy to celebrate...

Could I get some opinions from you vintage guys....good buy?

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 21:36:19 +0000

I've never really cared for Tissot...not a hater...they just dont Interest me that much.

But this is a Tissot like have never seen before. I find It absolutely gorgeous....just stunning.

I have been looking Into vintage pieces lately...was hoping to find a sporty/dress watch....something I could dress up...or dress down. I think I found my watch.

The discription is spot on In It's reference to the pre-moonie Omega....right down to the Tissot cal 6965 movement....made by Lemania.

I wasnt planning on spending around $1.500 for a watch atm....but I feel my money would be well spent on this magnificant piece thats around 65 years old.

It has been recently serviced and has a new leather strap...which I would most likely change anyway. It really hits all the right buttons with me....from the tear drop hour markers to the the domed crystal and detail work within the sub dials....just love It.

I was thinking of making a offer...say $1000.00...and see If they come back with a counter offer. I guess it wouldnt hurt.

Any opinions from you vintage guys out there....thanks.

Mike

http://www.vintagewa...?p=771#more-771

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Just ordered an new rep, but not a watch!

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 18:52:13 +0000

So after a couple of weeks of research, I finally ordered my next rep. Only this time it isn't a watch, its a couple of pairs of Solo HD Beats by Dr Dre. These things are pretty pricey, about $250 a pair at the applestore, and the fact that I'm not really an audiophile led me to go the rep route. Most accounts put the reps on par with the gen for sound quality anyway, and I was just looking for a stylin set of cans that wouldn't break the budget! While I was at it I ordered a second set for my son .

Anyway, i'll do a review when the show up if anyone is interested!

Good place to buy Straps online?

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 17:30:48 +0000

Hey guys,

Any websites you know of where you can get gen straps?

Thanks

Thursday W>C

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 12:33:48 +0000

How long can this fool wear this watch?

GW for 2-2

$300 for a sexy gen diver, Going to get me one

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 12:19:05 +0000

Damn I love this design

whar do you all think of sea god (new watch brand that pretty much appeared out of nowhere late last year)

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 22:43:23 +0000

The designs, I like, but they more or less seem like all they do is steal Rolex designs, and even the cheaper ones will be somewhere around 2000-3000 pounds (according to a blog) , and their more expensive ones will be a lot more than that. I'm wondering if they will even make it, especially being that they want a lot for their watches, especially considering how they Just seem to have Just appeared out of nowhere late last year. They have a website (though idk what it is, nor can I read it as its in what I believe is Italian) and a Facebook if you wanna have a look at their designs. http://m.facebook.com/pages/Sea-God/111962928839555?id=111962928839555&_rdr#!/photo.php?fbid=264712953564551&id=111962928839555&set=a.264712913564555.57067.111962928839555&__user=100001130566395 one of their designs on their Facebook.

What is the best most ultimate Rep made?

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 18:53:25 +0000

Hi all, im new to this forum and have to say its a great place.

Ive been looking a trusty and perfect clones for my first Rep. Their are so many watches to choose from, my mid is going to explode lol.

What would you say are the top 5 or top 10 best 1:1 Reps available?

Thanks

why do omega planet ocean reps have 1 or no serial number?

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 15:39:14 +0000

While some Rolex/breitling reps claim to have individual serial numbers?

IWJG Show - Watch Wonderland

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 15:12:31 +0000

This monday I was invited to the IWJG watch and diamond show at the Miami Hilton.
I thought it would be a nice little show with some vendors and I could maybe take a look at the one or other vintage piece, but when we were waiting 90 minutes in line to get in I got a feeling it was something a bit bigger.
Once we got our passes and walked in we looked at hundreds of stands filled with hundreds of watches of all brands imaginable. There must have been several hundred million dollars in watches in the ball room.
Making the rounds I got to see and handle all the watches I ever dreamed of.
Sorry, I was so watch-struck that I forgot to take more pics.
Here is a nice 6536 for $14k on my wrist:

All the big name dealers where there, Robert Maron, Matthew Bain, H.Q.Milton and Giulio Bonaccio from luxurywatchexchange just to name a few. And everybody was very accomodating and let you handle any watch you wanted.
I held some of the nicest vintage Submariners and Sea-Dwellers.
Got to play with some amazing PAMs like the 372, 341, 360 and 382.
Had a nice chat with Giulio Bonaccio who showed me his personal 6152 which was in perfect condition and some of his own Rad-style creations with original Rolex 618 movements. I showed him some of my straps I had brought along and he invited me to visit his store in NYC this week and I hope he might sell them in his store in the future.
I was wearing my DW Tudor MonteCarlo and while it was a great test to see how good our reps have become ( a Asian dealer offered me $10K, but of course I said that the watch wasn't for sale) it was also proof that there are people that really know their stuff: While wandering the isles we came across a little stand with an older gentleman sitting behind it. He had some very nice pieces in there (one tropical no crown sub was so nice I would have give a kidney for it and thrown in my left nut). We looked over the watches for a few minutes and I noticed that he kept looking at my watch. Then I saw that he had a gen Tudor Homeplate laying there as well and when I pointed it out to my friend the gentleman nicely said "this is a real one".... I was quite impressed that he could spot it without having the watch in his hands (especially after just having been offered serious money for it from a professional dealer). I was honest and complimented him on knowing his stuff>
When we walked away I read the sign on the front of his stand: JAMES DOWLING - a real authority on vintage Rolex watches.
Al in all in was a true trip to the watch holy land for me and I would guess that the majority off all vintage watches that are currently for sale (at least in the US) and not in private collections where present that day in one room. I think this is also why the prices are controlled the way they are.
The best $26 I have spent in a long time:

I hope you enjoyed it and again sorry for not taking more pics...

Wednesday WC

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 07:35:42 +0000

best rolex sub reps besides BK's modded subs?

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 00:01:36 +0000

Is it better to save up for a BK sub, or save money and get a cheaper rep of a submariner?

Mini SoCal GTG - Jan 30th

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 18:18:43 +0000

Had an opportunity to meet up with mikellem and asimplefarmer last night so we gathered up some watches

A nice pair of 9411's

DG2813

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 17:23:48 +0000

HI, I RECENTLY BOUGHT THE ABOVE MOVEMENT. IT CAME WITH A CIRCULAR METAL RING. CAN YOU TELL ME WHAT THAT RING IS FOR? THANKS ALL,

Newbie Rep questions

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 17:03:11 +0000

Hi

As a self confessed rep newbie, I wanted to ask everyone which Reps are the ones to go for.

I really want to try a Sinn U1 rep, but would like to ask if anyone has tried one.
Also, I have never seen any rep Seiko Tunas, do these exist?

Sorry for the potentialy stupid questions, but like I said, I am new to the Rep scene!

Cheers

Sent from my HTC Vision

HELP,HELP,HELP

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 17:01:50 +0000

As the title suggest, i need some help!!!
I have a an Oris Pro Diver (my wrist buddy) which was purchased from a member not so long ago.
The problem is, it decided to depart from my wrist the other day because the pins dropped out of the lugs (not happy).
Question to you guys is, does anyone know where i can get some new pins and screws so i can reunite it with my wrist.
Oh and, where can i get a good quality diver strap from.
Many thanks for any help/advice in advance.
F/F

A. Lange & Söhne 2012

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 16:01:23 +0000

Has anyone of you heard any rumors about new rep releases for 2012?

Really hoping they will make a better 1815 & maybe a Datograph Flyback... I know it will be nothing like the finish of the gen watches, but I love ALS watches and I cannot afford a gen in any form. Today I received a old model 1815 wich is ok.. But it is to large and the hand finish on my piece was horrible. I have to ask for a replacement handset from my dealer. Streaky blue, lumpy horrible things...

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What is this vintage piece?

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 15:20:24 +0000

I came across this a few days ago...to tell you the truth..I didnt have a clue.

Hint...WW1

Anyone??

Mike

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'VENDETTA' new creation of didymoStrapS

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 12:59:11 +0000

Hi friends,
proudly I want to introduce one of my last creations into didymoStrapS's Limited Series: 'VENDETTA'
This strap is 'V' graven and stitched, made for all types of watches, providing a unique and exclusive vintage look as you can see.
Firm and flexible with 4 to 6mm of thickness, is very comfortable due to having premium cowhide on its back. I've customized this strap according to customers preferences (thread color, number of holes, etc...).
Take a look, please...

I wait for your comments...
Thanks for looking.

Tuesday W>C

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 12:25:59 +0000

Sorry to be so boring but I can't get my newest project off my wrist.

Older MBW case modded by the Zigmeister (CG, lug holes, HEV modification)

Phong HEV and case-back

All other parts genuine Rolex

1665 GW

DIY lume tutorial

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 10:07:31 +0000

Hi guys,

I know that there are a few great modders on this forum, and I've seen some great mods
I am especially interested in learning to lume.
Does one of you know were I can find a great DIY lume tutorial.
With tips and tricks on how to get those sharp edges for instance, or what the best way is to remove old lume.
How to get the right color. etc etc.
I know it takes a lot of practice patience and probably up to a great to be able to do a good lume job on a watch, but that does not scare me off.
So all experienced lumers please chime in and share your knowledge.

Thanks!

what would you do? seller says he shipped the watch but hasnt.

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 07:30:32 +0000

guys i wont be mentioning any names but im in a bit of a pickle.
i have bought stuff from this person on one other occassion. watch
was perfect and as described.

i pay for another watch and am real excited. paid for the item around mid
jan 14ish. part of the reason why i liked this guy is he was always so diligent
in replying and answering all my questions via email. he obviously has push
email on his mobile as his emails and replies were very quick.

soon after i sent numerous emails asking about the tracking number no replies.
no worries all good. on jan 23 He replies back saying he has shipped the item last
week and to drop him a line when i receive item. so shipping must have been jan 18,19,20
Wow cool im excited!!

watch did not arrive and numerous emails and pms later i still get no reply. on jan 29
He apologizes and says a family emergency occured, and hed ship the item out first thing
on monday JAN 30. oK SO now im a bit confused and ticked for obvious reasons but can understand
that a family emergency superceeds anything else.

today i followed up on the watch shipping and he replies saying the watch has not yet been shipped
due to the family emergency. Yet the guy is active in the watch forums and as early as jan 23,24,25

posting watches he received, taking photos etc etc. not too busy to do this but in a emergency he cant
ship my watch. ive been scammed before by guys who sold me 2-3 watches so now im worried.

dont want to be heartless and callous but i was obviously lied to when he said he shipped watch on the 23rd.
what should i do?

AP Montauk Highway please - if anyone has one...

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 06:14:43 +0000

Just received word back from Toro Bravo that although I placed a $300 deposit on an AP Montauk Highway back in November, because I took too long to pay the balance there are none left.

so, if anyone out there has one they are OK to part with, I would still love to buy one.

... quick and the dead ... or quick and the "empty-wristed" I guess - hopefully I am not going to get any hassles trying to get my money back.

I understand that I missed out except that I paid a large deposit to hold one for me and heard nothing between November and last Friday, when I asked Toro what was happening.

Your thoughts on Tag Heuer as a Brand?

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 02:26:25 +0000

What are your thoughts on Tag Heuer as a brand.? i remember the days when most if not all nearly had ETA movments, and in earlys 2000's I think they started to bring out their inhouse movements.

As a brand, do you think they are now worth what they are asking for in their models, with so much competition these days, and their prices are competitive with other Brands like Panerai,Rolex, why do you think a person now would buy a Tag Heuer watch.

Do you think most people who buy a Tag, think they are the best beacuse of all the advertising etc? Or am I totally wrong and been in the closet too long!

Would you buy one???

Interested to hear your thoughts.

Cheers Paneraiguy

B&R Leather Straps

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 00:23:05 +0000

Could someone please point me in the right direction to buy a black leather strap with white stiching for my Bell & Ross BR01-94.

Ebay sucks.

Many thanks in anticipation

So I felt like watching Apocalypse Now last night ..

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 21:51:09 +0000

and I thought Marlon Brando was wearing a 1680 but I was tricked .. I did some research and he's wearing his personal Coke bezel GMT with the entire bezel broken off. Just a fun fact.

custom built watch

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 19:35:14 +0000

hi im looking for someone to help make me a custom watch with cad. new case and maybe a new movement. do i have to go to TW and have it made or is there some one here in the us that can cad it out and then find someone like bk to cut the glass and install a eta in it. i like to start a new watch co. call the Zwatch. by luigi zupito thanks and god bless

Noob question regarding Japanese Quartz vs 7750

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 15:25:55 +0000

Hey Guys,

New here and have purchased one watch from WatchEden and its ok for the $108 spent on it. I am now looking to purchase a full gold Breitling Evolution (pic attached) and see the 7750 version is double the price.

Is this price difference purely based on the mechanics inside of the watch or does it also reflect an upgrage in quality of the materials used? (ex. thicker coating of gold plate)

Just trying to get all the information regarding the difference between two price points.

Thanks for your help

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Monday W>C

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 11:59:43 +0000

1665

Bought two gens this week. Must be going soft...

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 10:46:33 +0000

This week I came across two lovely watches to add to my collection. First is a straightforward Luminox GTL Watch, which I can see in the dark with my glasses off because of the tritium.

Second is a Certina titanium diver watch, which given I can't afford a titanium seamaster is the next best thing. Prices are similar to that of a good rep.

Must be going soft in the head!

Roll Call Aussies!

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 09:17:01 +0000

Hi guys,

Who here is from Aussie and what city are you in, hopefully we can all make some new contacts etc.

For one, I'm in Cairns!!

Sent from SUNRAY MINOR

How To Mark Item [SOLD]?

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 09:11:51 +0000

Sorry for the newbie question, but I couldn't find answer around.

I have a watch listed in the trade section and it is sold.

How To Mark Item [SOLD]?

Thanks

Nevermind then

Sun, 29 Jan 2012 18:38:39 +0000

Ok, advice taken.

Someone to put in a sterile dial and work some superlume magic?

Sun, 29 Jan 2012 13:45:30 +0000

Ive got this watch I love. Cost me $45 ws and its quartz. All my other watches, gen and rep are mechanical, but I absolutely love the case on this thing. Is there someone here who could replace the existing dial with a sterile pam in black or blue or brown and superlume the important bits for me?..

I love to wear this watch surf fishing and if the dial were a little cooler and the lume much better for telling the time in the wee small hours Id be very happy indeed!

Matt

Sunday W/C

Sun, 29 Jan 2012 10:34:22 +0000

Packing my bags for a week in the sun

Yees, yes my skills in Photoshop could be better. But this was a 10 min job

Rep Louis Vuitton Attitude Sunglasses

Sun, 29 Jan 2012 09:21:14 +0000

Does anyone know where I can find rep Louis Vuitton Attitude sunglasses in gold colour? Like this http://www.louisvuittonoutletenter.com/images/louisvuittonoutletenter/Louis_Vuitton_Attitude_Z0259U_Gold.jpg They are on ioffer, but I would prefer to buy from a TD or more reputable source

Thanks

2 for 1 at Panatime

Sun, 29 Jan 2012 04:46:05 +0000

Hey all, I saw this and thought some of you might be interested...

Panatime Introduces it's newest Nubuck strap.

As a new promotion buy one Mustang strap and get one free.

Offer ends Monday

Place order for one and in comments request a second Mustang color size and tread for free!!!!

You will love this new strap!

http://www.panatime.com/muco.html

Hi from a Newbie!

Sun, 29 Jan 2012 00:24:49 +0000

Hi guys

Just wanted to say hello, as i just joined the forum today!

Looks like a great place with some very knowledgable people, so i'm looking forward to being here!

Like everyone else here i suspect, i love watches, too many high-end brands that i will never be able to afford.

I have some watches at the moment, most Gen with a few Reps as well.

Here is some pics of a Pam 127 Rep i recently picked up. I have no idea if it's a good one or a terrible one, but i like it, and i like wearing it, so i guess thats all that really matters!

Thanks guys and it's great to be here!

Rare and expensive watches in the media / on TV

Sat, 28 Jan 2012 18:22:29 +0000

Good evening and happy Saturday to all fellow members. This post is ment as a general questions to all, regarding what we have seen in the media, on tv and elsewhere, of rare and expensive watches, in particular if we are not sure wether they are true GENs or in fact reps:-) Who knows, even famous people can wear a rep! If they can afford the GEN, no one will ever ask the question anyway? Especially if they are after a very rare item, with long waiting lists for months and months (is it not years for particular Pateks?) I think most people never have the knowledge to see what is GEN or rep, if there are not very bad made items, or it is a Rolex on a person not likely to afford one.
I also think the small percentage of people like us, who is well familiar with reps, are maybe much more aware of what the flaws are, and have a much more observant eye to the detail so we are more likely to spot the rep in a setting were GEN would be most likely.

As an example, last night I saw the TV-show "The Voice" on Norwegian TV2. One of the judges, local celebrety Yosef from hiphop group MadCon, sported a truly spectacular piece - the Limited Edition Juan Pablo Montoya Rose Gold AP Royal Oak Offshore. He is a person who can afford it, but is he really a person so interested in watches, he would spend 60.000-80.000 USD buying one?
It was made only 500 pcs, and the retail price was about 47.000USD, but it is so rare and considered a collecors item, so they sell at almost double that, this one for 78.500USD:
http://forums.watchu...1-a-215883.html

On the other hand, the item is so rare, only 500 were made, so the chance of 1 of these showing up in the only AD store in Norway carrying AP, (Urmaker Bjerke) I regard as unlikely. Maybe he got it abroad. What can be the market for such a watch in Norway, where the general public look down on those more fortunate, and an unwritten law called "Janteloven", say that you should not think you are better than anyone else", and showing off ones wealth is regarded as rude or over-the-top posh. If you are wealthy, you should hide your wealth, shut your mouth, and pay your tax, which in Norway is from 30-50 % of income, depending on how much you make.

But the celebreties of the new generation, especially the ones in the music business and general entertainment, and maybe people with an exhibitionist mind, give the crap about this "jantelov", and do as they please.

It is not uncommon over here, newspapers writing about this and that person, spending a crazy amount of money, like buying a supersportscar worth 3 mill USD, or a Yacht at 150 mill USD. The rich people should rather sport a low profile, and send what they do not need to the tax department, and sending the rest to any good cause organisation, like "Save the Wolves" or "Save the specled frogs with yellow feet" - or similar type of narrow interest and political correct enviromental organisations.

God forbid, if you spend what is considered a two years salory for the averidge worker in Norway, on something so useless as a watch!

But noone looks at you as the weird fellow, if you spend the same amount of money on a sports car, spending half the year in the garage, since we cannot drive Ferrari's here in the wintertime.
"Oh, he is passionate about nice italian cars, and he can afford it, that is understandable - most of the male population would, if they had the money". But spending the dough on watches, that is a totally different thing

Reps discussed on gen forum...almost balanced opinion!

Sat, 28 Jan 2012 17:56:51 +0000

First time I've read an even partly balanced opinion about reps in a gen forum. Of course the usual screamers come to the fore, but for once nice to see a thread where there is at least some discussion and even a little nod that reps are indeed a valid hobby. Not that anyone cares what they think but however, a few interesting opinions given. Don't think it will catch on though

Here

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Only baffling part for me is how so many so called WIS are good at being outraged but can't spot a fake rolex

I found this quote particularly amusing!

Any One have any Experience with this dealer?

Sat, 28 Jan 2012 14:37:10 +0000

Wondered if anyone on the forum has had experience with this dealer who is in Guangzhou, China.

http://www.gz-wm.com/gzwm_watch/watch.php

If you have, please post a comment.

Mondo Wristo Saturday

Sat, 28 Jan 2012 11:57:37 +0000

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how is the orange bezel on the planet ocean reps?

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 23:18:47 +0000

Compared to the real thing?

Custom Build from Parts

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 18:04:08 +0000

Too much time and a box of old watch parts? Here's what you can do

What are you waiting for phoband?

Destroying history...or not?

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 16:35:32 +0000

Folks, this is more of a question of ethics!

Is it considered wrong/improper to destroy a historical item to use for a modern purpose?

Namely: Cutting up a WW1 or WW2 ammo pouch to create watch straps?

I know a lot of peeps already do it, and I want to try it myself. But I am asking myself, Is it right?

Total NooB question

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 14:08:12 +0000

Hi,

I have only got one Rep atm which is my beloved B&R 01-94 from Joshua. I have just placed another order with him for a Pam 237H V2 and await delivery to the UK.

My noob question is that, I can obviously only wear one watch at a time so with both these having 7750 movements in them, one is going to loose all its energy. Are these movements OK to put away in a watch box unwound or does the movement perform/last longer constantly on the go?

Thanks

PS. Just thought ide add a piccy of my first Rep

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The one .. the only .. ~ TGIF Wristies ~

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 06:05:36 +0000

Here's my brand new tobacco dial'd Panerai 390 on a custom Donerix strap made from the flanks of a cayman hide ...

OH MY GOSH ... Donerix !

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 05:53:20 +0000

So here I am trying to make the rep strap for my new 390 soak up some Lexol leather treatment when suddenly I remember ..... I have a freakin' Donerix made custom cayman flank strap with no watch attached hanging in my closet!!!

Boom -- I run and grab it .. fit it to the 390 ... and ... what do you folks think?

Why a lot of watches designed in Switzerland but assembled in China?

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 05:21:32 +0000

http://www.tuaw.com/2012/01/22/why-apples-products-are-designed-in-california-but-assembled/

I have a problem with a senior member, I need your help

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 02:32:54 +0000

I can't believe justasgood did not deliver as expected.

In thanking him. So, what happens when you get an idea to do some photos with watch parts as scenery. You ask for a couple of cases or dials or dead movements. Right? So one of your old buddies says. I got some I'll send to you.

Tell me, do you think this would be appropriate for sending me a couple of dials or dead movements?

It's the friendship and relationships that make these forums special and it's the fun of sharing your hobby with similarly mentally ill people. As opposed to trying to impress a girl w a fancy watch.

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Do I have a problem?

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 02:01:55 +0000

I have been a Replica collector for a number of years, but never got into the forum & discussion part of it. Lived out of the country (USA) for almost 20 years and always bought directly from sellers. It was nice to hold it in your hand and look at it before actually putting down the cash.

I relocated back to the USA almost a year ago and have gone through replica withdrawls lately and started to do a little browsing and surfing. I may have to actually step out and make a purchase online.

I personally like Omegas, Panerias, Breitlings and a few Tags. Have a few others and have even given a few to friends.

Here is a few pictures of my collection. Not all were present at the time of the picture. I just might have an addiction! Is the an AA for replica watch collectors?

The pictures are'nt the highest of quality or clearest but you get the idea. I tried to get better ones, but the lighting was messing with me

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For the new folks who have never seen an unpackaging / reveal photoshoot

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 22:13:19 +0000

I posted one just now to the Panerai area of the forum .. here's the link .. enjoy!

http://www.rwg.cc/topic/142347-what-is-this-a-package-for-meeee/

Watch repair. No news is bad news!

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 17:50:29 +0000

Folks,

Please share my pain.

I have a very pretty Pyrolume aviator watch with an asian 6497 movement which has not worked smoothly since I got it last autumn. It finally gave up the ghost before Christmas so I took it into the local branch of my watch repair service. The guy says the movement is toast and I need a new one, so I get one from Fleabay as Pyrolume seems to not be trading.

I take the movement in before Christmas and he says he'll swap them over no problem.

I ring last week to check on progress and the phone keeps ringing. Got busy with work and forgot to try again.

I try again this week and still no answer. I ring their other branch a few miles away as the repair guy travels between three branches.

The lady who picks up the phone explains she is doing up the store at the moment as the watch repair shops went bankrupt. Very kindly she gives me the number of a liquidator who is dealing with the case.

I phone them up and give them the work number on my repair ticket. She says she will look through the materials they have for the store and try and find my watch. She warned me it would take a long time though, and she had no idea what state the watch would be in.

It's a shame as the guy was really friendly and I have taken watches in for resizing/ seals/ batteries for around 5 years now.

N

Upgrade membership issues

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 07:27:18 +0000

Hi all,

Can anyone help me out with upgrading of membership?

When I get to the paypal page, everything is in another language and I cant seem to find any option to switch it back to English.

Appreciate any advise, thanks in advance

Cheers,
BL

Thursday W/C

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 07:09:49 +0000

Grail again.

What kind of movement is this?

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 07:00:27 +0000

So I have a watch I havent used in years. Started up in seconds of being on my wrist, has a date function, seconds at 5 (??), and a day/night indicator. Not sure what movement it is - could someone more experienced help? This is the watch:

Thanks!

Chinese New year holiday week

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 23:20:19 +0000

Anybody know if chinese new year holiday week is over.

Thanks

Let's test ya! Gens or Reps

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 21:28:01 +0000

This is my wife's SD and my 111.

So are these Gen or Rep???

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Service in U.S.

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 20:55:43 +0000

Anyone know of a good place to get my reps serviced in the U.S.? Would any watch repair shop be able to do a service?

Thanks

Clarks 16610 Submariner crytals which gasket to order

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 19:31:18 +0000

I am ordering a clarks modern sub crystal but he has two different gaskets which one do i need to order, 2.7 or 3.0 mm

Thanks

Cyb

Is anyone else having problems upgrading or donating?

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 17:52:07 +0000

I know that some changes In hardware have affected the upgrade and donating process.

I just wonderd if anyone else was having problems.. I cant upgrade or donate...which is quite Important to me.

I thought it would be a good idea to bring it up....just In case other members were having Issues.. thanks.

Mike

Seeking Advise

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 17:44:47 +0000

Hey all. I have posted before when I was looking for a good dealer and about to make my first purchase. Well, after trusting Trusty Time (with two purchases now), I still have a lot of questions and need a good amount of advise.

Like most things I get into (obsessed with ), I like to learn as much as I can about the subject. Now, after my own research I was under the impression that even though some dealers are better than others, at the end of the day, you are getting a watch from the same few factories. This being said, I was both impressed and disappointed with the quality. Let me explain that and then let you know where I am seeking advise.

After my first purchase, the watch came. It was a Rolex Day-Date with the Presidential band (36mm). As most fake watches I have seen in the past, the band just did not feel nice. After some suggestions, I oiled it up and it felt a lot better. Upon speaking with Andrew, he told me that the new 41mm watches have solid mid links and that I cannot expect a replica of a solid gold watch to feel that close, since gold is denser and will feel nicer. I took his word and ordered a 41mm Roles Datejust with Oyster band. I would also like the note that the first purchase fell apart also. The pins bent easily where the band connected to the face and the latch stopped functioning. Making the watch impossible to wear as a result of two problems, not just one. Nevertheless, I ordered the new Datejust. The watch came and felt nicer and this time I didn't oil the band, I simply cleaned it as suggested for genuine Rolexes. The band feels good, but there was something that bothered me. Although, upon letting people see my watch, they really thought it was real. And these were the same skeptics that spotted the last one right away.

So I should be happy, right? Well, not really. Upon opening the watch, the pin move and the latch fell apart. Thankfully no one was around to bare witness to my embarrassment. but it happened nonetheless. This makes me very worried something like this will happen if someone asks to see my watch. Or even worse, if I am out with a girl. Anyway, I spoke to someone I made friends with on here and they suggested maybe I hold the quality of a genuine a bit too high and maybe that is true for the band. But I know for damn sure a genuine would not be falling apart.

Now here is where I want advise:

What kind of changes can I make to my replica to increase the quality?

Should I change the pins to the type authentic Rolexes use?

Is it worth it to purchase an authentic band and use it?

Here is a big question I have. Am I getting the best replica there is? I read other sites that say they use 440 steel and all authentic screws/pins. Is this just a selling tactic as there are no replica factories that don't cut costs?

Can anyone recommend a better Rolex dealer where they are ridiculous quality (I am willing to spend a bit more for a replica band that is ON POINT)?

Thank you all so much for your help. I am sure others are as intense as I am in subjects that peak their interest. I just hope someone more knowledgeable can help me become a pro.

1st Time buying Replica watches on PerfectClone.net

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 14:39:18 +0000

Hi everyone,

I would like to purchase my 1st replica watch on perfect-clones.net and are the quality of the watches worth the price?

I'm looking at ladies watches priced at around $100..

Thank you!

Watch Dealers

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 05:47:56 +0000

I tried to click on the link to watch dealers and all I kept getting was an error
message.
Can anybody guide me to the watch dealers section?

Thanks

Wednesday Wristies

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 05:20:08 +0000

For some reason, I keep going back to this

Be gone for a few days ...

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 01:01:18 +0000

Had my surgery today - not going to be able to type so the boss is just jotting a quick note to you guys saying maybe next week sometime I'll be able to get back on a keyboard.

Ya'll don't have too much fun without me!

A slap in the face...

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 22:47:17 +0000

If this don't beat all:

"Dear automatico,

Unfortunately your registration at RepGeek.com did not meet our membership requirements.
Therefore your registration was deleted.

Sorry,
RepGeek.com"

...maybe I just ain't low class enough.

The "New" Asian 2836-2 GMT movement, review, defect, upgrade

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 20:58:03 +0000

The latest version of the long running GMT movement is quite well made...finally...after all these years. At least the GMT parts seem to be well made, unfortunately this particular A2836-2 has been ruined by unskilled hands.

The watch was sent in for servicing, the initial teardown showed that despite being wound, the movement was not running, first sign of a problem. During the teardown, a few clues were noted, all the screws were damaged, as you can see here, the last person to work on this one wasn't even capable of selecting the correct sized screwdriver...no wonder there is so much damage...

Once the movement was fully torn down, a quick overall inspection revealed a show stopper, check out the damage where the pivot hole is located in the mainplate for the calendar autochange gear. I have never seen this type of damage.

As you can see in this picture, the hole is somewhat larger than the pivot, it's no wonder the movement would not run, the gear would move sideways and jam up the works.

I am baffled as to how this could happen, it looks as if someone beat it with a punch and hammer, why they did this is beyond me. Here is an overall view of the movement, note in this view the "FAKE" bottom balance c0ck side piece is removed, it's completely disfunctional and serves no purpose.

Here is the movement with the GMT parts removed.

That damage to the mainplate renders it scrap, you need a complete new mainplate, and since this movement is an Asian Clone, it's beyond repair. I offered the owner a couple of options (instead of re-assembling the movement and watch and shipping to China...) one option was that I supply a ETA 2836-2, completely serviced, and switch over the GMT parts from the Asian copy onto the ETA. The owner agreed that this was a good solution, and in reality, a cheaper solution than shipping the watch back to China.

Parts were swapped over from the clone to the ETA. Here's the clone and ETA before putting the clone back together.

Movement is running and being tested. Along with the swap of the parts, the GMT gear and it's detent were lubricated, as were the other GMT gears, the GMT hand now snaps perfectly to it's new position when adjusting it.

Total turn time, from when the customer contacted me, to today, less than 2 weeks. How's that for customer service. That is the advantage of being organized and putting your customers first, and not ignoring them for months on end after they send you a watch for a simple job, or better yet, a relume. Barring any running problems, the watch will be in the mail by the end of the week, and back on the customer's wrist.

This is the first of the Asian clone 2836-2's that I have seen with this problem. Normally they are well made and respond well to servicing. Not sure what happend here, I suspect that the watch may have been a customer return (after he or his modder damaged the movement) and that the watch was re-sold. Typically the factory uses the correct screwdrivers, at least the automated movement assembly machines do, and the mainplate pivot hole damage is totally bizzare...knowing that, the only possibility is that it was damaged by unskilled hands.

Thanks for reading.

Lemania winding stem

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 17:48:34 +0000

Hello, does anyone know where I can buy a replacement stem for the
Lemania copy Chronograph movement?

Thanks
Akira

Might be posted wrong here but How do U edit a post in the forum ?

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 09:06:55 +0000

Might be posted wrong here but How do U edit a post in the forum ?
I can seems to find and edit option after i post in someone elase's post?

Tutorial - how to spot a fake rolex by "pawn stars"

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:46:31 +0000

This was just so funny i had to share

Tuesday Wristies

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 02:54:25 +0000

A UPO day today ......

Post Office - Anyone else waiting for a package shipped within the CONUS?

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 14:10:23 +0000

Waiting for my 3 watches sent from PBDAD who had shipped it on 1/17. It left Cali on 1/19 en route to Chi Town. Now, with Priority, i should have received it by the 21st. Tracking has not been updated since it left Cali on 1/19. The only thing that i can think of is that we had a snowstorm on Friday 1/20.

Maybe USPS is a bit behind?

Gen watches sporting A7750 movements

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 11:25:39 +0000

Folks,

Kind of silly question this ...

Do any genuine watch brands use A7750 movements? I just ordered a Luminox as my first GTL watch, and I noticed that their top of the line automatic model uses a 7750 movement. They say they are using Swiss 7750's but I didn't think ETA would sell them any more.

N

A Suggestion for the forum

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 10:01:20 +0000

I'm still a noob here but would like to make a suggestion for the forum for one of the questions I see nearly everyday here and one that I myself found a little hard to find when first using this great place!

Is it possible to have the 'Trusted Dealers' links in a place that is easily discernible? ie instead of the 'Links' then 'Dealer Websites' etc couldn't we have something like 'Trusted Dealers' or 'Buy here' so that new people can find them easily?

We already have some fantastic guides on buying and selecting dealers watches etc which people should and need to do some research on but might it make life a bit easier for everyone?

Have a great day all of you

Monday Wristies

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 09:44:48 +0000

Starting the week with one of my faves....

here is what I built over the Xmas break

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 01:46:05 +0000

Just installed this baby last night and filled it... it is destined for a walk in rode I hope to build, but until then it goes into the corner of the bedroom .... BTW I only built the top section .... the bottom four drawer chest is an original Victorian item I restored years ago. Both are made from Australian Cedar from Queensland. What I used was milled in 1960 and warehoused until I bought it in 1991 with the intention to make 'special' things out of it.

I am happy with it and at least I have a place for my bits and pieces now. Definitely needs a few more watches and pens to round things off though... and before you ask, yes the tie drawers are full ... not just stuck 'up front' for effect.

Nice Dress Watch

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 01:11:00 +0000

Hey guys,
I'd like to poll everyone for some suggestions. I'm looking for a nice dress watch. Something simple and elegant. I have a vision of a simple black face, black leather band and gold (or preferably rose gold) case. I'd like it to be high quality and preferably with an exhibition back.

Here are a few I've found that I like the looks of:

A Lange & Sohne Classic Regulator:
http://www.yourtrustytime.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=18&products_id=8834

IWC Portofino Automatic:
http://www.yourtrustytime.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=30_190&products_id=8033

Piaget Altiplano Ultra Thin:
http://www.yourtrustytime.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=38&products_id=7460

A Lange & Sohne Tourbillon:
http://www.yourtrustytime.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=18&products_id=6405

These watches all look similar, but I'm not married to any of the specs I listed above. It doesn't have to be rose gold or have a black face. I just want something that would fit nicely with a formal suit or tux. Highest priority to the quality of the fit and finish.

Thanks in advance!

Rolex GMT original or redialed face ?

Sun, 22 Jan 2012 22:40:05 +0000

Hi dear all:

A friend is thinking about buying this GMT and he asked me about the dial condition. I told him it's a gen dial (as well as the watch) but it looks the hour markers have been retouched. I could be wrong but the texture of the stark white markers for an old watch like the 1675 is suspicious to me.
What do you guys think ?

Your comment will be welcome, even if they are not encouraging.

Thank you allfor taking the time to read this post.

Best.

Alter

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I need broken, useless scratched watch parts

Sun, 22 Jan 2012 21:27:09 +0000

Hey, if you have some useless unfixable broken watch parts, I'm working on something with my light box. I can only afford to pay a token amount + shipping

thx

Watch servicing UK?

Sun, 22 Jan 2012 20:35:32 +0000

Can anyone recommend a reputable UK rep friendly servicer?

Tried posting in the repair section but very little traction

Pam286 QC Pictures, First Rep!

Sun, 22 Jan 2012 07:31:15 +0000

Hey guys,

Im new on the forum and im ready to start a collect of watches myself! Here is the QC photos from Mary i would like to share
with the community of my first watch Its my first but first of many.
Comments!? Im new to this so any input would be great!
Enjoy!