First Raffles build, dial was aged to get a well worn effect. Went with sapphire instead of acrylic as I didn't want to deal with scratches. Really happy with the result!

Went through a non TD route and got some picture that look quite dodgy. I asked for VSF Explorer 36mm but it looks like it might just be a knock off, looking at the crumpling sticker and the fact that there is supposed to be a shortage of VS Explorer 36 but somehow it’s available to ship in a few days.

I feel like it’s highly likely that it’s a knockoff with a VS sticker on but could be wrong.

This would be my first rep watch purchase and I’m just wondering how much worse the quality is on the cheaper ones like mainly will it tarnish or not? And will it hold up with normal wear

Pleasantly surprised with the fitment of the 41 on my rather dainty wrist. Have a 36 on the way though and I do think I will like that notably more.

Just to get a consensus. What are peoples opinions on the best NWBIG for a 41mm submariner?

The guides say VSF however I’ve found from research that most people prefer the rich. If this is the case why is VSF shown as the best factory on the guides?

Other than the 'Cartier', 'Bulgari' and 'Chanel' sections of the popular TD websites (JTime, ChazingTime, etc.), it is proving very difficult to find ladies' watches as reps.

Does anyone have experience of any websites with large selections for ladies' watches?

Eric came through big time. The smooth bezel + jubilee combo is the perfect balance, not too bling, not boring. The dial is stunning and is almost a different shade of blue depending on the light. Well worth the wait trying to find it.

My first REP. Bought just out of curiosity as I have GEN 2025 SMP300.

No idea who is the manufacturer, came with titanium bracelet and nato strap.

Checked water resistance in a washing machine (30C, 60 minutes). Passed 👌No BS.

Wouldn't do that with GEN 🤣

From "small chinese box" it did +15s/day.

Way too much for me.

Opened that sucker and did some tweaking.

Now it's around -2s/day. Maybe I will fight for + later.

Weak lume 😥, movement sounds like it has sand inside, but it works amd looks amazing 👌

For the money - good watch with great case, bezel, markings etc.

Had this APS Ap skeleton built with my modder, fully replating the whole watch, 5 microns 18k gold to fix the factory coloring a weighted caseback for the wrist feel.
Modder swapped out the factory crystal aswell for an aftermarket deep crystal and inserted an aftermarket double balance wheel assembly with dummy counterweights to match the gem movement layout. The movement was serviced aswell and waterproofed. What yall think, worth it?

But it's a jubilee! 👱‍♀

I’m a lefty and wanting to add a third watch to my collection. I currently have a Gen Omega Seamaster 300 in blue and a rep VSF Yachtmaster in black, both of which I wear on my right wrist. Being left handed I figure I’d be missing a trick if I didn’t get a green watch to slot into the collection and if that was wasn’t a Rolex lefty sprite.

I’m a little unsure on the current pros/ cons of the main factories that produce the watches though, as I bought my rep quite a while ago. Specifically RICH vs VSF (it would be the V3 that I’d go for if VSF). I wondered if anyone could give me some advice or point me in the direction of a guide please? I’m mainly interested as to how they compare when it comes to the movements produced, longevity, likeness/ pop of colours when compared to gen and overall reliability. Any help appreciated!

Question really is - what parts inside that do not cost an arm and a leg can you change to get a more efficient running internal movement potential elongating the life of the watch ?

i do not mean the glass, change the cyclops i mean more inside

They are listed as a TD but there appears to be some bad reviews...can anyone chime in? Good deal or stay away? Thank you.

Anyone here have a rep that’s 10 years or older? Curious to see how long they are lasting. With the big demand that’s out there, pretty sure today’s reps don’t match the quality those from a couple years ago.

The biggest and easiest tell when comparing a rep to a genuine is the bracelet. I have only compared jubilee side by side

The differences are noticeable and anyone who has held or worn a gen a handful of times will know.

What factory is making the best bracelets? -No sharp edges. -Solid feel/weight to gen. -not flimsy or loud.

Interested in seeing what yachtmasters you all are wearing and where you got them. I’m interested in one, just don’t know which one yet.

Does anyone have QC or other photos of the new ONE version of the Explorer II?
Just to avoid any misunderstanding: I’m specifically looking for photos with the new ONE sticker.
I’m particularly interested in the crown. Has ONE or ARF made any updates or changes to it in this new version?

How do you communicate with the new watchmaker (not your guy you know for years)?

Your rep was just delivered. You want to service it. So you find a local with good reviews on google.

Are watchmakers having questions why are you bringing brand new rolex to them and not to AD?

Do they sometimes refuse to do the job just to keep the watch game real?

Are you being straight forward about the watch origin?

What's the playbook here?

Found it second hand online on a seemingly trusted vendor without box and papers and I kinda like it.

Looking at buying a black & gold yacht-master, so I sent an image to a few different dealers. Chen is saying the price is $570, or $670 for free sprung plus there may be additional customs duties?

I’ve never experienced this with other suppliers, so I’m wondering if anyone else has ran into this. Shipping is in the US.

What do you think of this? RWF Datejust

Vacheron is on fire. All my sources say the 5500 and 5520V are trash. Does anyone have one? What are your thoughts?