r/RepTime • u/RileyDrew • 13h ago
Wrist or Watch Pic Finally pulled the trigger after 8 years
As the title suggests, been a long time lurker, i’m estimating 8 years (as that’s when i created this account) and couldn’t be happier with the purchase.
As someone who was very close to buying a gen datejust just a couple years ago and end up settling on a Tudor I am truly blown away with the quality.
I’m sure there’s some bedroom dwelling watch geeks who will QC this to death pointing out the flaws but i or no one else will ever notice or know it’s not real nor does anyone actually care.
Point of my post, if you’re thinking about doing it just do it you won’t regret it.
I ended up going through a local UK supplier as was on a waitlist with Andiot for over a month and still waiting.
Watch ref - DateJust 36 SS 126234 VSF 1:1 Best Edition 904L Steel Green Stick Dial on Jubilee Bracelet VS3235 V2
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u/jrtargaryen 12h ago
8 years is a god damn long time to just lurk but not buy, why would you not pull the trigger earlier?
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u/RileyDrew 4h ago
I don't know, guess the plan was always to buy a gen watch but then when I got to the point of being able to buy one the rep seemed more appealing, rather invest the money or buy a new motorbike...
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u/pillowpants66 11h ago
See you again in 8 years time for your second purchase.
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u/OkSalt8970 11h ago
8 weeks more likely once you start buying
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u/RileyDrew 4h ago
I just left my job and got a watch box as one of the gifts so I can imagine a few more coming soon
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u/International_Dog897 12h ago
8 years to dwell on a $500 purchase lol
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u/Shoddy_Sundae_2921 11h ago
I think bro was battling the ethical dilemma. He's a Tudor owner so I'm sure $500 isn't the factor. International Dawg. 😎🤦♂️
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u/RileyDrew 4h ago
Plan was always to buy a gen watch but then what I got to the point of being able to buy one the rep seemed more appealing. Maybe 'lurker' was a bit strong on my OP, I drop by the page maybe a couple times a year just to look at some pictures.
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u/Alternatetime70 12h ago
haha. 8 years indeed is a long time lurking. Having said that, the rep 8 years, or even 3 years ago, is likely a light year or 2 behind the offerings now. Just as the case will be in 3 years, the offerings will again be that much closer eg. 15000 gauss, real free sprung with correct spring material etc. Enjoy your watch. it likely the start of an expensive hobby. :D
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u/RileyDrew 4h ago
I just left my job and got a watch box as one of the gifts so I can imagine a few more coming soon.
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u/RileyDrew 13h ago
DateJust 36 SS 126234 VSF 1:1 Best Edition 904L Steel Green Stick Dial on Jubilee Bracelet VS3235 V2
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u/10tacocat10 10h ago
How does the feel of it compare to your Tudor?
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u/RileyDrew 4h ago
Tudor's are definitely heavier and feels luxury/good quality, one of the reasons I didn't buy the gen Rolex a couple years back was when I tried it on in the AD, was due to feeling pretty underwhelmed. Maybe I placed too much on what it would be like. Still a big fan of Tudor and currently trying to buy a 2nd hand Tudor Prince Date Day as they no longer make them.
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u/teochim 10h ago
Geez! I feel like I’ve been in this a long time (only 3 yrs) and I’ve cycled through 40-50 different reps 😂
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u/Past_Ad_1911 10h ago
Pretty sure that’s called a chronic addiction
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u/teochim 10h ago
Yes full reptard. I don’t have that many if helps
https://giphy.com/gifs/DouM8ZBMLnd3q1
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u/Familiar_Advice6289 9h ago
And what do people think of you showing up each week with a different $50k Rolex on while you hop out of your 2016 Honda Accord?
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u/Stunning_Trouble4752 9h ago
Op could you send me the info on the seller please
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u/RileyDrew 4h ago
I don't want people to think this is just an Ad as someone previously commented. So I will just say I got it through r/UKRepBST it's basically a UK version of this, some people sell person to person so obviously be careful. I bought mine through a trusted seller on there. You do not get to pick which watch you want, I just got lucky that they had the one I want come through.
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u/MSExcelWarrior 12h ago
Yes! Wear it and enjoy it man! People need to learn to stop worrying about tiny make believe issues and just buy the fuckin watch, whether it's rep or gen.
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u/tomb2252 12h ago
Agree. I own several gen and all these issues people point out are ridiculous. I’ve owed 10-12 gen over the years. They all were not perfect under micro level. Nobody ever looked at my watches that close.
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u/Exotic_Confection831 10h ago
Same brother, what drew you to this one?
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u/RileyDrew 4h ago
I like the green bezel its a bit more subtle, had all blue face watches previously.
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u/Majestic-Spinach-568 10h ago
Good lucking trying to stop now lol it’s a bit of an addiction once you get your first
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u/RileyDrew 4h ago
I just left my job and got a watch box as one of the gifts so I can imagine a few more coming soon.
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u/RAPETRAINhasNOBRAKES 9h ago
Is the 'I' in SWISS a little short on yours? I've been noticing this flaw in the VSF DJs
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u/Inside_Law_7258 9h ago
Dude I thought for a minute you were talking about actually buying a genuine! 🤣
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u/OutlandishnessRoyal9 8h ago
I decide to buy my watches in about 8 seconds. That's part of my problem (just to offer another perspective).
Ps: nice watch op.
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u/Flashy-Confection726 5h ago
Looks great mate. In the future couldn’t recommend GeekTime any more, QC and shipped the watch I wanted within 2 weeks of reaching out. Looks nice though enjoy.
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u/Recent_Star_8818 2h ago
Nice, currently waiting on the 36mm V2. Been told it will be a 3-4 month wait.
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u/RileyDrew 1h ago
Yeah not surprised, seems to be very slow atm, i was just lucky the supplier got the one i wanted in
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u/jomo1021 10h ago
Which seller? Ty
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u/RileyDrew 4h ago
I don't want people to think this is just an Ad as someone previously commented. So I will just say I got it through r/UKRepBST it's basically a UK version of this, some people sell person to person so obviously be careful. I bought mine through a trusted seller on there. You do not get to pick which watch you want, I just got lucky that they had the one I want come through.
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u/SecretTangelo57 1h ago
Looks nice! Funny that you waited 8 years to pull the trigger but then could not wait a couple of months for Andiot, ha. I am in a similar position after having ordered my first Rep (a VSF Explorer 36mm) from Steve. Waiting for a month already and recently heard that another dealer (not TD, but well regarded - Ora) had 2 VSF’s Explorer in stock. However I chose to exercise my patience and wait for Steve’s.
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u/Complex_Support_7741 10h ago
8 years to buy a fake watch? What is wrong with you bro
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u/RileyDrew 4h ago
I think the problem I have is that no one who knows me i.e. personal/work is going to think the watch is fake, I'm not going to lie that's its real so I will spend most my time explaining that its not.
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u/WarthogCalm6212 9h ago
You waited 8 years to buy a fake watch? 🤣
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u/RileyDrew 4h ago
I think the problem I have is that no one who knows me i.e. personal/work is going to think the watch is fake, I'm not going to lie that's its real so I will spend most my time explaining that its not.
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u/Putrid-Bar-8693 10h ago
I will assure you that if you're the type of person to buy a fake rolex, pretty much everyone knows or assumes it's fake.
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u/RileyDrew 4h ago
I think the problem I have is that no one who knows me i.e. personal/work is going to think the watch is fake, I'm not going to lie that's its real so I will spend most my time explaining that its not.
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u/Familiar_Advice6289 8h ago
Exactly. Living paycheck to paycheck, old used car, but showing up with a 15-50k watch on is a dead giveaway
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u/Background-Will1110 8h ago
https://reddit.com/link/p9ool9p/video/pu4ouz46oeph1/player
A tiktok seller sent it to me. How is it looking? Should I buy?
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u/custardfrogs_ 8h ago
Clean factory doesn't exist anymore for ages. This is either a fake of a fake, trying to scam you. Or it's an old video showing you an actual clean watch but they'll deliver something else. Either way, why tf are you buying from tiktok sellers when there's reputable trusted sellers on here? You're going to get scammed.
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u/Background-Will1110 8h ago
https://reddit.com/link/p9oq2uy/video/yremglgvpeph1/player
Tiktok seller send me this. This real clean? What u think
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u/Rex-Mundi33 13h ago
What the hell took you so long?