RWG General discussion

Breitling SOSF experts!

Thu, 23 Feb 2012 00:14:18 +0000

Yo people. I'm looking for buy a Breitling SOSF seeing as they're back available now. What I want is a 1:1 to the genuine, or atleast very very close
to the real deal.

I've been chatting with Josh and he claims he's SOSF that he sells, superlumed and all that is 99.99% close to the genuine (ofc, it's not 99.99%, but
from what I think he means is, damn good close).

I'm wondering, if there is anyone else who has such a rep? or, if I should just stick to Josh and buy it from him. I've also been in contact with WatchInternational and she said that she also got a SOSF but she doesn't know if it's like the gen one, and hers doesn't have the B engraved on the bezel as Josh claims to have.

Link to he's product offering: http://www.1-pc8838.com/blsf00088s-steelfish-ssss-white-p-11912.html (link works if you click it twice).

Thanks in advance folks!

Are educated watch buyers more valuable customers

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 13:02:28 +0000

Just wanted to share..

Are educated watch buyers more valuable customers

Panerai 219 (Luminor Base) from Trusty Time (Andrew)

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 12:45:24 +0000

I recently purchased a Panarai Luminor Base (PN219MRU - Pam 219 M /Lefty > SS/RU Black Asian 6497) from Trusty Time (http://www.yourtrustytime.com).

It was the first time that I bought a Pam replica and I was quite skeptical with regard to the quality of the watch. However, my skepticism was unfounded. The watch is an absolute beauty and it looks just like an original Pam Luminor Base. I really could not tell any difference. This is also true with regard to the weight of the watch. It is very well and solidly crafted.

The watch seems to run very precisely. So far I have not realized noteworthy deviations (Andrew wrote me that the watch may deviate +/-10 sec. per day).

The delivery process went very well. Andrew replied promptly to inquiries and he mailed the watch quickly after payment in a small styrofoam- box. I choose delivery via UK which costs 20 EUR extra but is more secure than direct delivery.

All things considered, it was a very pleasant experience to do business with Trusty Time. And I can really recommend the PN219MRU.

Cheers

Info on deliveries from Josh to Italy?

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 08:41:29 +0000

Hello everyone!
First of all congratulations on this forum - I recently decided to buy a PAM rep, and you people saved me from possible scams )
So I ordered a 029 from Josh, and so far so good. What I am wondering is if anyone has experienced having the watches shipped to Italy through the UK. I tracked it until delivery there, but then was not provided a tracking number from the UK to Italy - is this normal? In past experience, how long does delivery from there take?
Thanks in advance if anyone can shed some light on this!
R

Wednesday Wristies

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 05:06:45 +0000

Going with this one today..

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My Friend's Watch Collection

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 02:26:05 +0000

The guy comes across a bit like a D Bag....but I think he makes some valid points.

What do you think?

Actually he had me at "fucktuss":

Zig Lume .. 3 years down the road.

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 15:47:39 +0000

Here's a total darkness iphone camera shot of my DSSD with (almost) 3yr old Zigmeister lume, taken last night. Notice it's less than a 1 second exposure (no seconds hand movement) so it's not some lame time-exposure to make the lume look better than it really is.

Also, notice the red circle I've drawn on the image; I had to replace a cracked ceramic bezel on this DSSD, and replaced it with a NoobFactory stock bezel and insert, so unfortunately the pearl is no longer Zig-lumed.. This is how standard replica lume looks against SuperLuminova from Zigmeister.

Cartier

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 15:30:48 +0000

hi mates, newbie here!!! first of all, it´s a pleasure to be with us and nice to meet u!!

my first question is, where can i find th best replica of Cartier watches?? i´m interested in this one (model W2020009) in titanium and rose gold!!

Thank u so much

Rolling ball clock

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 13:25:45 +0000

Anyone ever see one of these?

I had one land on my bench today, for a motor overhaul.
The early model motor did one revolution/minute...exactly!
That top rack of balls is 1 per minute for 5 minutes, it then tips to the next level which is 12 lots of 5 minutes = 1 hour, and down to 12 hours.
Then start again. 29 balls required.
They are a most intriguing "toy"
O/S

patek in the wild

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 10:02:00 +0000

I was at a business gathering tonight and something caught my eye -

a guy was wearing a complicated watch, not large, perpetual calendar - I kept trying to steal glances at it...

then I saw the buckle, and bingo confirmed a Patek Philipe

now, I know this is a very expensive watch!

about an hour later I introduced myself and then said "thats a bloody fantastic watch, you've got there" and he said, yeah, its a $20 chinese one!

I smiled and said, "you know the real thing is about half a million bucks?"

I was wearing a Lange, but he didnt notice.....

Tuesday top of your wristcheck

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 08:16:19 +0000

660ft

Black Box Generated View of Hudson Plane Landing This is amazing...computer generated from the black box... In the Hudson River !

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 06:15:07 +0000

http://www.youtube.com/watch_popup?v=tE_5eiYn0D0#t=109

This is amazing, just amazing...

If someone can open the link for me, I would appreciate it. I am computer illiterate!!!

MM

which white faced chrono?

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 03:56:33 +0000

Hi there,

I need a new white faced chrono to add to my collection, exchange rate $0.82NZ makes buying both watches way too much!

Which way should a boy go? Panerai 188 H Daylite SS/LE White or AP ROO Safari with leather???? Love the look of both.

As any new noob should do, I have been reading through the RWG files. The ROO movement appears to be a possible weakness and this has left me a little unsure about reliability.

"first select your dealer...." I will buy from Andrew @ Trustytime, so have no worries about the dealer.

$400-600 is a lot of money to spend, your collective wisdom is much appreciated.

Thanks.

.

Sir Patek

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 19:24:39 +0000

Paul McCartney has been relatively unique within the pop star community in that he has never, to the best of my knowledge, appeared in public wearing anything but modestly priced digital watches

However, in the past year (no doubt due to encouragement/direction from his 3rd wife, Nancy, a successful businesswoman), he seems to have changed his style for the better (he is still a vegetarian though)

No, it is not a rep.

No results found for 'tourbillon'.

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 16:53:02 +0000

Hi,

I just looked for "tourbillon" via the search function and got this:

- No results found for 'tourbillon'.

WHAT? Why is this not working?

Dutchy

Pick your dealer, then the watch?

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 16:20:55 +0000

Gents,

what doe sthis mean: Pick your dealer, then the watch!

Okay I get itm but what does thi sreally mean?

Thankx!

Honey

Monday morning Wrist Check 2/20

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 13:21:06 +0000

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Valjoux 726

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 12:22:11 +0000

Greetings friends,

I have a foot on the path of a 6263 build and have been searching all weekend for a decent V72 or 726.

Would the membership mind taking a look at the pictures below and offering your opinions?

I would appreciate it.

Thank you!

no qc pics from perfect clones?

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 08:37:41 +0000

ive ordered loads from pc the last 2 months, always had qc pics before shipping...but last week i ordered another watch, been waiting till now for qc pics-and thought this morning i would check the tracking just incase....which states its already left the country and should arrive tomorrow!

ummm....ok il be honest im not that fussed on qc pics and trust pc to send a good product...but just wondering if anybody else hasnt recieved any qc pics latley??

More Self Serving Management from Flea-Bay

Sun, 19 Feb 2012 21:46:01 +0000

flEaBAY has long garnered a permanent spot on my dart board. I suppose it's because they are so in your face about getting into your wallet.. unapologetic and aggressive from my viewpoint. Most of the descisions I see them make seem only aimed at serving themselves, lining their own pockets, and being giagantic pains in the ass to anyone selling there.

So when I listed some expensive gen sunglasses 2 days ago on the Bay imagine my surprise when they told me "you cannot list certain items in the 3 day format anymore.. you must list them for 5 days" .. WTF????

How long before it's a 10 day minimum?

[censored] ...

If they allowed 1 day auctions they'd have more viewership... immediate sale for the seller and buyers would hit it up more often in surfing because of the new product
available for sale that day... it would liven it up. Not that I want that.. I want some serious competition to come along and blow them the Hell out of the water.

problem shipping uk > swiss custom

Sun, 19 Feb 2012 21:03:13 +0000

prejudice wanted to ask if anyone has had any problems shipping from England to the Swiss customs?

tanks

chevall

Hublot WiseKey/Hublotista Price?

Sun, 19 Feb 2012 19:38:13 +0000

How much would a genuine Hublot WiseKey sell for?

Thanks

Asian 7750 valjoux, then the improved version?

Sun, 19 Feb 2012 16:37:09 +0000

Hi Guys,

Sorry, but i guess this question has been asked before.. not having any luck finding the answer though.

My father in law has a Breitling Navitimer with an asian 7750 Valjoux 28.800 he bought from a respected dealer in this forum.

It is very difficult to impossible to get it to run right... it is always running to fast or to slow. A watchmaker also tried.

Now he has his eye set on a IWC Portuguese with the improved 29J version of the same asian 7750 valjoux 28.800. We are concerned that he will experience the same difficulties with this one. We can read the that this is the improved 29J version, but is this really more eliable?

Replicageek registration

Sun, 19 Feb 2012 07:59:16 +0000

Guys,

I've been trying to register on replicageek twice without success. Basically, I can go through registration forms but activation email never comes up in my mailbox. Is there still a way to do it or registration is simply not possible? I am using a hotmail address, can this be a problem? I am pretty sure it is not an issue of the activation email being filtered to junk folder as I check my junk folder regularly.

Rgds,
D

Sunday wristies

Sun, 19 Feb 2012 07:58:33 +0000

Going with a Gen today.....

UV glue for cyclops install - can it be bought at local stores? (CONUS)

Sat, 18 Feb 2012 16:56:20 +0000

wondering if any of the local hardware (Ace, Tru-Value) or big box home centers (Home Depot, Lowe's) would have UV glue for a cyclops install...if so, what brands have you used or recommend?...

i know i can get it on the internet - but if it can be found local, that would be great...

thanks...R

What ever happened to HKTAN?

Sat, 18 Feb 2012 16:04:15 +0000

I had a nice Alligator strap made by him several years back and am ready for another. However, I can't seem to find him anywhere. Is he out of business?

If so, can you guys recommend an excellent strap maker who could make a nice Glossy Alligator strap?

I am looking for Honey in color most similar to the OEM Honey Alligator. Thanks.

bezel removal

Sat, 18 Feb 2012 15:53:19 +0000

hi, tried to get the bezel off my sub using the knife procedure, no luck. there are special remover tools made for this. they are pretty expensive. has anyone tried making one ?

Can I please get a diagnosis ?

Sat, 18 Feb 2012 14:42:09 +0000

So I bought a U-boat from Silix and the second hand is loose !

http://s745.photobucket.com/albums/xx97/RoomForRentMarket/?action=view¤t=image.mp4

Sorry about the quality. Shot on my iPhone.

So I emailed Silix, and this is what they recommended I have it fixed locally rather than ship it back as it is a "minor problem".

Problem is I don't know any watch smiths near me, never mind any that fixes replicas.

What do you guys think ?

Sorry about the [censored] poor quality. Keep a close on on the second hand .....

Happy Birthday Valerian

Sat, 18 Feb 2012 11:19:32 +0000

A great Guy that i have had the good fortune to spend some time with, enjoy a glass of wine and a few beers, Heres is wishing you a great day and many more years to come!

Saturday wrist check

Sat, 18 Feb 2012 09:52:44 +0000

Hi guys today I'm busting out my new
Retro 1977 seiko A039 Lcd.picked it up this morning

Itching for a Graham

Sat, 18 Feb 2012 00:08:54 +0000

I've recently got interested in the Graham brand and would like some opinions from anyone who has, or has had, a Graham.

To be honest I'm thinking about the latest Perfect Clones version of the 2008 Oversize Chronofighter Tech Seal, but it's just so different from anything I've got, or from anything else, to be honest!

http://www.1-pc8838.com/ga10033-oversize-techseal-chronofighter-p-11057.html

I have quite a large wrist and I like big watches, so the size is not really an issue, but these things are just so freakin' out there, that I'm not 100% convinced!

I'm really intrigued by the way that they are so different and I think that's what is making me apprehensive.

I have a few other more "mainstream" watches on my wishlist, but I can't get this out of my head!

Help me out here guys?

Cool or extreme watch winders

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 23:33:42 +0000

Hi all just been scouting the net to try find a nice watch box which will store a good amount of watches and maybe wind a few at the same time, whilst I was looking I found this interesting watch winder!

http://www.hedonister.com/2010/09/bugatti-veyron-engine-watch-winder/

If you've found any cool or extreme box/winders post the up

Watch Band help please

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 15:09:38 +0000

Hi Guys,

I know this might technically fall under "watch repair", but I wanted to post in the General Discussion forum so that more of the regular peeps would see this thread and my story.

So I bought this watch (http://www.amazon.co...XC/ref=pd_ybh_1) for my girl for Valentines. I knew the band wasn't the greatest in the world, but liked the face. Anyways, for some reason I thought that there would be a multitude of Michael Kors specific interchangable watch bands in the aftermarket, like there is for Panerai. But there isn't as far I as can see.

Now I do have some experience with adjusting these bands with a watch tool kit I picked up for my own watches, but I don't know a couple of things that I would like your help on, please.

-Subjectively, and in your horological and esteemed aesthetic opinion, what kind of band would you recommend that you think might best suit this watch? I am thinking white leather perhaps, or something other style that I hope you can suggest?

-Where do I source the right band. I've never ordered a replacement aftermarket band before, and don't know how to going about doing so based on the watch's specs. Are there actually Michael Kors specific replacement brands out there that I just haven't been able to find?

Thank you in advance guys (and girls? ) for your help with this. I look forward to reading your replies.

Have a great Friday!

Some things just take time

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 02:08:09 +0000

Well I promised a lightbox show some time ago.

The box was easy. Updating the collection was more challenging, mostly because of $$ both selling used and acquiring new. The most challenging part which grew and became the most ambitious was the natural wood scenery. I acquired some very nice but inexpensive pieces and have been refining my polishing technique on the lesser pieces and sides. I think I found the right combo. It takes time and a lot of hand work sanding and polishing. Its really kicking now.

The donated dead movements and parts are cleaned by the sonic cleaner, my watchmaker is trying to fix the [censored] ups he did to my pieces. Screwed up a movt and scratched the rep AR (gonna send it out anyway)

But I promise it will be worth the useless posts and time .

I hope that you will enjoy the photos and possibly become inspired to find your own photographic adventure. I found the same from members here, TTK, pugwash, and others.

Thank you for reading. That will be all for now.

Friday/End of Week Wristcheck

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 02:06:56 +0000

Vintage 1940's...

how come?

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 18:33:37 +0000

hi all, i bought a submariner for 120$. the watch keeps perfect time for 8 hours then starts to run slow to the tune of 5 minutes. this is repeated. any explanations? i'am assuming a asia 21j or such.

Chinese clock repair

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 12:17:01 +0000

I know its old, but its so funny

Hublot with Titanium inner case! (perhaps)

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 09:33:15 +0000

I see Josh has listed a new Big Bang King and he's claiming a titanium inner case.. well "inner titanium holder" is the exact wording. It's a decent looking rep too. Lets hope they do the Ice Bang King version.

http://www.1-pc8838.com/0hbk00108-bang-king-black-magic-p-11863.html

If so this is quite a nice step.. I love the super light weight of genuine Hublot BB's, the heavy steel case inside the reps does spoil it a little.

Thursday Wristies

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 05:32:56 +0000

(Posting this) Just after midnight

anybody feel weird going from wearing a watch to not wearing a watch?

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 03:35:34 +0000

I could very well be the youngest person here, and I have had a few watches, most were cheap and light, so if I ended up without a watch it wasn't a big change, then I learned about reps and rep forums (I didn't dare Just find a site and spend money, which probably would have been a waste of money), and I had a planet ocean, then I sold it and it kinda feels weird going from a heavy watch to no watch. Thankfully though I have a replacement on the way.

Gen Hublot BIG BANG 44 mm price?

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 01:37:29 +0000

Hello dear RWG buddy's !

After I got my impressions I want to ask seriously to Hublot owners, how much a fair price for a Hublot 301.SB.131.RX is?

I'm looking for the 44mm watch and have a (in my opinion) good offer after a long discussion and I just want to have some feedback from all the guys who have some more clue about prices! I would be glad you could help me and thanks a lot.

sincerely

Soen

replica & fantasy watches in movies

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 23:12:59 +0000

Last night I saw the "Drive" movie and was curious to know which wrist watch did Ryan wear.

I did some digging and was AMAZED to find out that this was a Patek fantasy rep. Don't believe me???

See the link for GQ magazine:
http://www.gq-magazi...rive-film-movie

"With the nature of the movie - Ryan is very active and there's a lot of stunts, a lot of blood. You can't use the real watch or you're going to break it," explains Blount. "Which would just be a shame. So we used five or six replicas."

Who knew?

Received Goodies from TC, Gen Insert does Fit Pic added

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 18:40:18 +0000

My order came today and I snap some pictures for you to see, I order everything execept the crytsal (planing on getting a Gen one, but TC sent one for free if I do a review of the crystal to which I agree ), bracelet (waiting for better version) and insert (have a gen one)

I tried to install the Gen insert and to my surprise it does not fit at all, I wonder if my insert is for a Seadweller; I will make time next week to this Baby together. on to the pictures

Man finds £21,000 Rolex and then another the following day.

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 14:07:41 +0000

He's a blokewhos works for a waste company whos finds a £21,000 Gold Rolex and hands it in tio the Police, he then finds another Rolex the following day and does the same, hands it to the bobbies again.

What would you do!!!!!!

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2101311/The-honest-man-Britain-Contractor-hands-21-000-Rolex-police-finding-drain.html?ito=feeds-newsxml

A watch, that´s not a watch

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 09:27:22 +0000

Ok guys.

Not going to do a write up here, so I just past a link to Ariels blog because he describes this well..
But In short, Haldimann releases a watch that only has a movement, no dial or nothing.. you´r only supposed to listen to the ticking for $150.000..

The most stupid thing ever

Wednesday! What watch you are wearing?

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 09:05:33 +0000

Trusty Time sends me a DOA watch and I have to pay to return it?

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 05:46:07 +0000

I've been a member here for 6 years and I've bought a lot of watches. I don't post a lot, but this situation bothers me. I ordered a top-quality IWC replica from Trusty Time and it arrived DOA. The movement doesn't run at all. It seems to me the right thing to to is to send me a new one ASAP and he pays to ship it back to him. I'm not a new customer to him, I've bought from him before. I emailed him to give him a chance to make it right, I don't expect perfection and I understand problems can happen. Instead I am told to send it back, at my expense, and he will repair it. So instead of getting a new watch I get a repaired watch, delayed by weeks because of shipping back and forth, at my expense.

Does this seem right? Am I being unreasonable?

Vaccum's now doing 10ATM pressure testing .. not sure why he didn't mention it here

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 02:12:09 +0000

So he posted this info last night in his RWI forum, and I knew people here would want to know.

He bought a Bergeon 10ATM tester and is offering the service. For the new people, he's a trusted modder/dealer here so go to his area for contact info.

Micro Rotor Movement Nautilus?

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 20:33:56 +0000

Guys do you know if anyone has successfully done a heart transplant on a ultimate Patek Nautilus and placed in it a micro rotor movement?
Me personally would pay good cash if that is able to be done, as the moment is a huge tell?

Sent from SUNRAY MINOR

timesshop.net scam?

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 19:55:28 +0000

I have ordered a watch from timesshop.net it went through to a pay service called payease, which I have heard many people online say is a scam. The order status is still awaiting payment. I then ordered again, but through another payment gateway, in which i didn't put in any payment information, and now it says that that order is preparation in progress. So now I have 2 orders and I don't know if someone is going to buy all kinds of things with my credit card, and I'm not sure if I'll receive my purchase. The weird thing is I have heard that this website is legitimate on this forum and it is a trusted seller. If anyone has ordered from them I would like to know how you paid and how the payment went (any problems like mine) and if anyone could give me some advice on this problem it would be greatly appreciated.

U.K. GTG idea Thursday 12th of april

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 16:28:13 +0000

Always wanted to go to a get together with fellow watch minded people, so had an idea combine a get together with a great sporting event and entertainment.

Liverpool Day at Aintree Racecourse brings city-inspired entertainment to the world's most famous racecourse. In addition to racing over the famous course in the John Smith's Foxhunter's Steeple Chase, the day also plays host to the feature race, the £150,000 Grade 1 Totesport Bowl.
Off-course, entertainment line-ups have in past years included a parade of the city's sporting legends, a skydive by the Red Devils, celebrity openers in Ricky Tomlinson and Ken Dodd, as well as performances by The Farm and The Bootleg Beatles not to mention a whole host of Liverpool unsigned talent performing on the Pavilion stage. What's more, Liverpool Day 2012 on Thursday 12th April promises to be bigger and better with Liverpool Band 'The Christians' announced in the line up and they will perform, some of their hits (Forgotten Town, Born Again, Ideal World, Hooverville and Words and Father) this year after racing.

Tickets are £23 from the racecourse itself.
https://salesportal.....aspx?venue=AIN

If you needed to stay over basic hotels start from £25 in liverpool city centre, of course after the races the city centre would be the place to go for a meal or for further drinks/entertainment.

No need to pay upfront for race tickets as you can pay on entry, you can sort a room using laterooms or any other room search engine.

National express are also offering Return coach travel from certain locations and event admission packages from the following link:
http://www.nationale...d-National.aspx

Happy to meet up with anyone who fancies a day at the races

Tuesday Wristcheck

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 07:14:06 +0000

Still going to wear the 7032 for Tuesday:

highoeyazmuhudee, your PM box is full or off. Thanks!

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 00:28:08 +0000

I need to talk to a man about a horse.

Latest addition to the family.. (clone content)

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 11:53:21 +0000

Just wanted to share my latest addition to the family..

Let me introduce Max - the top notch clone!

/modelizer.

Louis Erard watches?

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 09:51:13 +0000

Anyone ever heard of them? Build quality?

nice dial http://www.lausanne-...sanne_sport.jpg

portuguese style http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Louis-Erard-1931-Automatik-Chronograph-mit-Datum-73228AA01-BDC52-/360423201477?pt=DE_Kleidung_Schmuck_Accessoires_Uhren_Armbanduhren&hash=item53eae59ac5

website http://montres-louis..._selected=en_ch

They have some really nice deisgns, mainly using off the shelf ETA's and I'm quite tempted!

http://www.timepiece...-men-watch.html

http://www.timepiece...d_heritage.html

Swapping H factory N factory crystals

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 08:02:32 +0000

Anyone swapped crystals from the 2 "factories" on basically identical models? I wanna swap my AR'd one.

Monday wristcheck

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 04:23:04 +0000

Starting the week off with my 5514...

Have a great week!

//ubi

Pointers on the Art of Sourcing Movements?

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 02:50:28 +0000

It must be an art, right? At least, if you aren't just paying top dollar for donor watches.

I see a number of "as-is" movements "for parts only" for auction. Some of these are obviously water damaged or inside badly damaged cases. Are the clean-looking ones a good risk? If a watch is running at all is that an indication that for a parts-available movement it's likely a fairly trivial operation for a watchmaker to service it and get it running well?

Or does everyone mostly avoid the obvious risks and buy donor watches which are either NOS or at any rate stated to be running well, etc.?

TimeSShop.net 120.00 RWI Submariner Black Face Black Metal Bezel

Sun, 12 Feb 2012 22:03:11 +0000

Thinking on Purchasing A new Sub e-mailed TimeSshop about the difference between their Submariner metal Bezel RWI Promotion (120.00) Asian 2836 movement & their Normal Site metal Bezel Sub (238.00) Asian 2824-2 movement. $138.00 difference for the same watch????? on their web-site the pictures are exactly the same for both watches.

I was told they are the same watch by Timesshop.net

I am willing to pay a little more for a watch if it is worth it. I have the 98.00 (21j) ceramic Sub from Timesshop.net (my first) feels great looks great, bracelet is very nice with clasp extension, but it has 2 markings on the back 18k & a oval etching both are small. I beleive the date magnifaction is a little weak also.

Both of the watches i'm looking at have Black Face & Black Metal Bezel. With the hollow Link Bracelet.

Witch is the better over all Purchase Quallity & Price,

Any advice would be appreciated...

Please help..Hublot Full Ceramic Skeleton Tourbillon

Sun, 12 Feb 2012 21:55:31 +0000

Hi this is my first ever post

I really want to buy a replica Hublot Full Ceramic Skeleton Tourbillon like the one in the following thread...

http://www.rwg.cc/topic/135450-23pcs-macro-shot-hublot-full-ceramic-skeleton-tourbillon/page__p__998203#entry998203

Can any of you please recommend me trusted sites or dealers i can buy this from??

I've had a look around the forums and i can't find this 'trusted dealer' list everyone seems to talk about especially for Hublots

I was going to buy from replicaster, or replicahause or jimka.eshop@gmail.com...but all feedback is mixed and some very negative

Would be very grateful for any input the RWG community can provide

Many Thanks

Pesh

Your collection...

Sun, 12 Feb 2012 12:00:42 +0000

Lately I was wondering if I am the only one who has a plan for his collection in the years to come (subjected to slight changes along the way of course). Let's hear what you are planning .

Here's mine. All except the 5513 are gens. I'll probably try a 15300 in rep form prior to the gen 15202 to see how much I actually like the Royal Oak design (no good 15202 reps out there, that I am aware of). Most likely I will have both the Zenith and the Milsub within the next year. I will also buy the gen Daytona racing dial pretty soon as I fear it will be even harder to get and thus more expensive in the coming years.

Imo it's fun to dream about future acquisitions and that it actually makes sense, because you probably get distracted less and don't buy tons of watches and lose ridiculous amounts of your hard earned "watch fund" along the way. Then again my girlfriend thinks I'm totally nuts, of course...

Sunday Wristapalooza

Sun, 12 Feb 2012 12:00:36 +0000

Time to rise and shine!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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Is Sean from Etaswiss still around?

Sun, 12 Feb 2012 08:48:49 +0000

I was trying to contact Sean (etaswiss.net) about his YM case, but I haven't gotten a reply from him.

This is after CNY, so I don't think that's the issue.

Anyone know if he's still active out there?

Thanks,

Garrett

Saturday wristcheck

Sat, 11 Feb 2012 10:38:44 +0000

Wearing my H factory 005 on the A$$ strap. from Kuvarsitwat

Have a nice day

Cats

Help - How to look after a 7750 (chrono movement)

Sat, 11 Feb 2012 10:33:47 +0000

Good people of RWG, I have recently been told that the movement in my IWC Top Gun (Asian Valjoux 7750) is knackered and needs replacing. Problems began when the watch stopped (for no reason) while on the watch winder; to overcome this I started manually handwinding the movement … This worked OK for a few weeks, until one day (whilst hand winding) the noise and feeling inside (sorry for lack of technical terminology) went from a pleasant smooth feel, to a nasty internal ‘crunching’. At this point it was game over … into the repairers, where I was handed the bad news. The joys of rep ownership eh? Boo!

So, I’ve bitten the bullet, and decided to go ahead with a brand new movement, fully serviced and pressure tested. What I now need to know is when the watch is returned to me, how I can prevent a similar situation occurring in the future?

I have heard all sorts of stuff & frankly, I don’t know what to believe (e.g. don’t change the day / date between the hours of 10-2; avoid sudden ‘jerky’ wrist movements (ha, ha!); don’t use the chrono function (which seems weird to me, as surely that’s one of the joys of chrono ownership!) etc etc.)

In short, (and I have read previous posts on the subject) … What’s the score when it comes to 7750’s? Should they be handled like spider webs or are they as robust as regular (non chrono movements)? Lets set the record straight once and for all. Look forward to hearing your comments and as always, many thanks in advance. rclough

Machining the gasket channel on a modified AP mid case... VIDEO:

Sat, 11 Feb 2012 05:58:18 +0000

Just thought I'd share something I've been working on in my shop...

After the thickness of the rep case has been reduced the gasket channel must be created again... only a true endmill will give it the crisp perpendicular edges necessary to create a perfect water tight fitment with the gen gaskets...

Midcase thickness reduced:

Gasket channel milled:

Video of actual milling via rotary table:

I need a watch box

Sat, 11 Feb 2012 03:23:52 +0000

The panty drawer ain't cutting it no more and they ain't my panties

how long does western union take to go from the US to china

Sat, 11 Feb 2012 00:48:19 +0000

Its the first time I've had to use western union due to changes to paypal.

500 Posts, and looking forward to sooooo many more!

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 21:44:48 +0000

I have to thank you all. This is my 500th post, and I wish to thank you all for everything I've learned about watches (both rep and gen) in these last 500 posts. I've learned more from spending time on this forum then all other forums combined. We are blessed with some of the most knowledgable minds around on this forum, and we should never forget that. So, here's to my 500 and 1000s more!

EMS unloading packages, now this is service! ;)

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 21:01:58 +0000

I found this funny....bloody hell fire, no wonder there's parts falling off reps

So you think YOUR watch has a big dial?

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 20:21:17 +0000

Attached Images

Off to my watchmaker to pick up THREE watches...

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 17:03:39 +0000

A 1962 Omega Constellation he serviced and installed a gen Omega crystal on. My NOS datejust that is running perfect but needed a case cleaning and new gaskets to pass the pressure test and...
::drum roll please::
A 1954 Tudor Oyster Prince 34 "Explorer" I bought from auction running a flawlessly beautiful Ebauche Fleurier 390 movement that I've sourced a Rolex serviced stretch rivet bracelet for....

Pictures to follow this afternoon :-)

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Tired of this "game"? (constantly need parts..)

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 13:52:43 +0000

Hello guys

this is a "nervous breakdown" of my replica watch passion.. why? I tell you my experience: I started this game by buying the cheap ones. I had several quality issues: screws falling down on the typical 108$ watches.

but, as the passion was growing, the confidence too, I decided to step up to the "A grade 1:1" replicas.

and after some months with those, what happens? my Evo Hublot looses an H screw on the bezel. my secs@12 AP has movement issues and rubberclad quality issues. my 187G PAM looses parts from the bezel.

so, how is it? is this game never going to be troublefree? but mostly: are we condemned to throw in the trash every watch we buy (given in consideration that spare parts are impossible to find to fix them?)

I'm very tired of all this.. and tempted to lock them all in a drawer until I'm rich enough to buy me a gen AP and forget about all this.

cheers! (happy to read your comments..)

Friday wristies - show 'em if you got 'em!

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 10:09:47 +0000

Comfy old Sub for me while waiting for something very special to arrive in the mail!

It's weekend soon!

Val.

eye candy

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 07:07:26 +0000

So my wife walks by me and sees that i'm on the lap top

She walks over lean over my shoulder and says to me " watches again"
Well what can i say to her. So i turn around and said back to her " what you rather me be looking at porn!"
And with that she says " well at lease i could be looking at that with you". I love my wife . LZ

What's the since in giving us QC pictures if the one time you say something...

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 04:55:24 +0000

...they just argue with you and tell you it's fine?!?!? I just bought a vintage Explorer II from Joshua for my vintage 1675 project and the bottom lug holes were drilled waaay off and it shows and I asked him to find a better example and I was met with

"Hi,
This is meant to be a vintage watch .. the end links are loose hollow design.. it will not have a perfect fit ..

It is like this for the genuine as well.

Can i proceed ?"

I understand that it's not going to be perfect and I'm going to have it modded, but the closer it is to start the better the end result. Am I way off base here? Check out these pictures... (And it's not just in these pictures. Others he sent demonstrate the top being pretty good and the bottom being way off)

So, I've heard people talk about RWG 1.1, but...

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 20:27:45 +0000

...what's the difference between them and us? Was there a split? Are there people who are members of both forums? I've heard of RWG 1.1 mentioned, and I just looked around the site (looks to be set up much like ours). I've been a member here for a while and I was just curious of the history...

Transit time taking longer than in the past. Is this something to expect after CNY?

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 15:47:08 +0000

I understand that patience is the name of the game. I'm just not good at that part yet! I have fallen into the trap of checking the tracking info for an update 5 and 6 times a day. Anywho...

In the past when I have ordered, once the watch left China, it hit California about 12 hours later. This one seems to have left, but never arrived. This time, I'm going on 2 1/2 days since it left China. USPS doesn't have it and the EMS doesn't say it is in customs. Is this normal, or should I be concerned?

Thanks!

For reference, this is a previous order.

This is the one I am referring to.

anybody use watch winders?

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 14:26:22 +0000

Would using a watch winder make it less likely to damage or break an automatic watches movement?

rep friendly watch smith UK London

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 14:14:08 +0000

HI all

Just thought id post a thread about rep friendly watch smith ,and the experience ive had so far, from day one meeting up with tomexton who is a rwi rwg homage and wrist check forum member that is offering this service working with watch-smith , has been
very accommodating to all my request with excellent communication ,day to day update on the progress on my watch and very reasonable priced !!

The watch was giving in for poor power reserve and time keeping and waterproofed

Sec@12 ap i was given the good and bad news .. the watch was in a bad way

I was offered 2 option after the work was carried out full service and power re-severe testing
take it back as it was at reduced price .
or a new moment serviced and regulated so ive opted for the later
so will post update when i receive it back

If anyone else is interested getting there watch serviced and repair work carried out please contact

tomexton@yahoo.co.uk who also is rwi rwg homage forum member

Tagging pictures

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 10:13:20 +0000

Hi Guys, just been noticing that lots of sales threads here don't have tagged pics. Was just wondering why that was the case compared to the other rep watch sites.

Better take the bus then.............

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 09:39:20 +0000

Are all Tudors fitted with ETA?

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 08:03:46 +0000

I have a Ladies Tudor Geneve, fitted with a movement clearly marked 2554. The movement does not have an ETA marking, although it is ETA in appearance.
But ETA do not list this number!
A solid search via Google only raises some spurious "Bargain FS adverts" but no solid information on a Tudor fitted with a calibre like this.
Does anyone have any info, or a cross reference please? Better still a parts list.
Offshore

Thursday W/C

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 07:11:55 +0000

Where can I buy Jacob and co epic II gold?

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 06:29:45 +0000

Hello everyone. I am looking for a safe site to buy the Jacob and co epic II gold rose watch. Thank you

anybody else like this idea?

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 03:21:56 +0000

I've always sorta liked the orange bezel planet ocean, but with the colored numbers (red/orange or w/e), it Just seemed like too much, but then I found http://forums.watchuseek.com/f20/orange-bezel-white-numbers-511884.html and I kinda like the orange bezel with white numbers idea, seems like Just the right kind of pop and will be the next rep I get.

Damn Ladies LEC Rolex Crystal Saphire

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 01:35:06 +0000

I am about to pull all my hair out, hopefully you guys can help or advise me

Ok so here’s the deal after much research and phone calls I am coming up with a big dead ends on obtaining a Genuine Rolex Crystal with LEC (Laser Etched Coronet [Rolex Logo]) for a Ladies DJ project or even a rep for that matter. Multiple promises and all dead ends. This is the last piece I need to complete my Franken Ladies DJ for the my girly.

Here is what I am looking for:

Ladies size with LEC at 6 position. Can anyone lend a brother a hand? Would be happy with a rep at this point and I need quick as I am wwwaaayyy behind. Thanks all in advance.

Date Changes Early

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 22:02:08 +0000

I've noticed that the date on my watch changes early. It started with 5 min before midnight and now the date changes around 12 min before midnight, all in a matter of couple of months. It also looses around 5 sec per day, but this is consistent.
Should I be worried? Can something be done to make the watch change the date around midnight?

Help! I have lost replicamake qc pics Url...

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 21:22:41 +0000

Hi everybody...

I have changed my personal computer and I have lost replicamake QC pics website Url,

I know that he is not still a TD and I am not suggesting to buy from him, but that website has a huge database of very nice QC pics...

could you check if you have it in your bookmarks...?

Thanks in advance...

Greetings from Norway

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 20:56:00 +0000

Me and my best friend Harley the beagle was mountain hiking today. And a nice skier took our picture. So hello RWG!!

Nice weather today -16c 3.2F and sunny..

Aside from RWG...

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 18:57:21 +0000

What's your next favorite rep forum and why?

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PAN237 "ghost" Blue tint or colourless AR?

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 15:15:56 +0000

I looking to buy the this PAM and I like to know if the blue tint looks better person than the colorless AR.This is from an aesthetics point of view only.

Thanks for your help

opinions on 305

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 13:47:40 +0000

anyone have a 305? what is the verdict?

Bracelet for Ipod nano 6th gen.

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 13:20:24 +0000

In case people interested:

http://www.expansys-usa.com/iwatchz-elemetal-collection-silver-226963/

Wednesday WC

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 07:33:03 +0000

Black Suede Strap?

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 04:23:02 +0000

Anyone know where I can pick up a nice black suede strap with black stitching for my PAM 177 at a reasonable price?
Thanks!

satisfaction guaranteed

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 02:53:41 +0000

search da 'tube fur "gets banned from watchuseek"

sm iiH!

Pics that make you Waaaaant it!

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 02:01:32 +0000

Hi guys

Ok, so while i am pretty new to collecting Reps, i have been into watches for years.
I also love photography, and like nothing more than to take some nice shots of my incomings or collection.

So how many times have you seen a picture of a watch and thought "oh man, i NEED this watch" or " you will be mine.......oh yes, you will be mine!"

I saw this pic of a Pam 312 and just fell in love! Looks like a marketing pic, but i love it!

I also saw this pic of a Pam Radi - just look at that dial!

Looking at this pic of the caseback just makes it worse.....now i HAVE to get one!

Lastly, for me, this pic of the new JLC chrono just makes me want to rob a bank to pay for it!!!!

So there you go, pics that would make me seriously consider these (if i had the funds, of course).

Have you seen/got any pictures which would actually influence your buying decision?

Or maybe, you lusted after a specific watch, only to be put-off by horrible pics?

Let's see 'em!

'PRESTIGGIO' another didymoStrapS creation

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 16:54:03 +0000

Every strap of the PRESTIGE SERIES is characterized by its distinctive design, made from selected leather and the highest level finishes to conserve the classic design that many customers wants for their watches.

'PRESTIGGIO' is a Pre-V design strap with 1 fix and 1 float keeper and fully stitched. With 4mm thickness, is flexible and consistent enough. All handmade finishes are intended to resemble the classic Pre-Vendome design, highly appreciated by many 'paneristis' (aged brown burnished edges, vintage character, fine thread, makings between sewing and edges, marked keepers...). 'Prestiggio' straps can be customized with black, brown, natural and white thread.

A few pics...

Thanks for lookin'!!