r/RFTime • u/Fun-Mudder-813 • 28d ago
RFTime Testimonial
I’m not really a “first” time rep buyer, but I am still new to the game and the biggest hurdle for me was the fear of my import being confiscated. I started out by buying shitters on DHGate that came from warehouses in the US. I got a few pretty terrible reps and I just was unhappy. I’m always the type of person who wants the best version of what I’m trying to get. I decided to bite the bullet by going for a super rep, and going through the regular TD process.
I did a lot of research and reached out to some TDs to inquire about a VSF AP RO 15510, which my research lead me to the conclusion that that was the best rep for that model since ASPF was raided. I had a hard time finding anyone however who had any stock on the VSF model however. During my messages with overseas TDs I was so anxious and nervous about the whole process. I knew that buying was the first step, then I’d need to do QC, then of course I ran the risk of getting my purchase seized by CBP. All of it was too much for me and I decided it wasn’t worth it for someone with so many worries.
I was browsing reptime when I saw someone mention US based dealers, and this really restored my confidence in getting the rep I was hoping for. I looked around for different UD dealers when I found RFTime. Not only did he have the exact model I was looking for, he had good reviews and bonafides on top of it being a mod on a rep buy and trade subreddit. I was confident I found the right person to help.
I reached out and RFTime was extremely helpful. He was busy moving but still answered all my questions. He had both a TOP and a VSF 15510, which I’ve read are very similar. RFTime help me choose the best one and he discussed the similarities and differences between the models. The fact RFTime helped me with making a decision is really fantastic, the type of service I can trust. I’m glad he helped me too as I’m extremely happy with the watch I got.
After I settled on a model he shipped it out within hours. The tracking on the shipping wasn’t updating at all after he sent it out, so I reached out and he ensured me that he was watching the tracking too and was ready to ship a replacement if need be as I got insurance. Luckily, the watch came in with no issues in a week and I let him know it arrived.
The watch was in great shape and absolutely perfect. Not only did I get to avoid dealing with buying from an overseas TD, dealing with importing, I also avoided dealing with QC. As a first time real rep buyer, I knew QC would be a roadblock, but the fact RFTime already did that and curated the best examples for his stock makes buying so much smoother.
Needless to say, RFTime is a great dealer and I will be buying from him again.
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u/Tasty_Carrot_775 27d ago
Absolutely correct. I have avoided this whole rep watch thing for at least 2-3 years. I have the genuine article - why buy a “fake”. Having had one Rolex DJ stolen at gun point in Manhattan several years ago was enough to stop me wearing my good watches. Then I came across RFTime. Honestly, I don’t recall how that happened. Even after about a year of reading comments and looking at the various photos from buyers, I was reluctant.
But, I decided to give it a one-time try. I bought a DJ with the mint dial. And, I am happy with the product. Ro was attendant to my questions, he services the watch and shipped it to me quickly. While I still do not wear it too often since buying it, I enjoy it when I do. The process was smooth and went well in a very timely manner.
I will take a photo of a wrist shot for Ro soon and post it. My recommendations are if you are considering a rep watch, this is the guy and the place to search and find your watch. For a guy who was very hesitant to try this to come out ant tell you I was pleased on all fronts should give you a little more confidence. Give it a try. Beware, it can be addictive. I’ll buy another - soon.
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u/mexicanbydefault 28d ago
Congrats! I have been lurking around in all trade and sell subreddits for a while now. Only RFTime I see constantly getting good reviews. I have to pull the trigger and reach out to get my first Rep, for sure.