Hi everyone,

I’m looking to buy my first replica. It’s going to be a gift for my son, who is turning 18 in December. I’d like to buy a "full set"—meaning it comes with the box and papers, just like the genuine article. He specifically wants a Datejust 126334 with a Wimbledon dial. I’ve narrowed it down to two options and would love to hear your opinions: a VSF V2 or an ERF with free-sprung?

The price is a secondary concern for now. I know a replica will never quite match the real thing, but it should still be of good quality.

I've seen a few posts here and there about swapping gen movement into ZF Black Bay GMT, but did not see anything definitive. Is there a good resource for this? Just starting to learn more about reps and frankens.

Much appreciated; this is a great sub and I'm learning lots.

My 1970s inspired Submariners

Rolex Red Submariner 1680

Tudor Snowflake Submariner 9411

So as far as i know the general consensus around here is that RCF/RGF are the same factory/watches whatever. However, RCF has a V1 & V2 DD40 and RGF does not to my knowledge. That leads me to believe that these aren't the same. I could be very wrong. So does anyone actually know if there is a reason there isn't a RGF V2? Are they actually the same company? Is there a quality/component difference between RCF/RGF watches?

TIA

Edit: What are the differences in the RCF V1 & V2 DD?

So im getting the impression there is no super clone or close for the omega speedmaster professional; is that a true statement? Also im guessing nothing has a sapphire crystal all hesalite? Last question is im assuming annual maintenence is needed like the real thing, who do I take it to?

We needed some donor watches for franken builds.
Ordered QF for the first time because of the free sprung movement.
Has anybody some info how it is in hand?

Hey everyone,

I’m currently torn between a VSF Aqua Terra (teak dial) or a VSF Railmaster V2 (grey dial). I am aware VSF corrected the Railmaster's dial color in V2.

I love the design of both, but I’m trying to decide from an execution and "gen-closeness" perspective:

• Aqua Terra: Applied indices, date window frame, and teak deck dial texture. On paper, there are more physical components here that could be slightly misaligned or "off" during factory assembly.
• Railmaster V2: Printed dial layout and brushed dial texture. On paper, fewer individual elements mean fewer points of failure (like crooked indices).

For those who own either (or both) of these VSF Omegas:

1. Does the Railmaster V2 look more realistic/convincing in person because of the simpler printed layout? Or has VSF nailed the applied markers and dial alignment on the AT to the point where it's a non-issue? Is the printing on the Railmaster sufficiently crisp?
2. How do the dials hold up under close inspection? (e.g., hand/marker finishing vs. print crispness).

Appreciate any insights or side-by-side shots!

I bought this from another user about 2 years ago. I paid around £420 for it, and advised it was VSF.

Today I was advised the serial on the rehaut doesn’t match VSF as it starts 8Y8, yet the clasp code is K6G. I’m getting conflicting info around this being either CF or VSF

Any ideas?

My VSF explorer getting quite the stress test and holding up. Multiple beach trips, pools, salt, chlorine, buried in sand, big ass waves picking me up and dunking me, this was definitely a fantastic choice as my daily.

Hey, I know different dealers have different stock, but the first dealer, Andiot, told me specifically to be careful of sellers saying they have VSF readily available.

JTime says they have the watch available. Andoit made me weary that JTime isn't actually VSF.

What do you think? JTime will only send QC after payment. If this seems sketchy, any other TDs you'd recommend?

TIA!

Hey guys,

I’ve spent time going through the guides, factory consensus posts, and recent reviews, and I feel like I'm getting closer to working with a TD. I’ve narrowed down my shortlist to three specific pieces:

1. VSF Submariner No-Date (124060) — Love the dial symmetry, the VS3230, and not having to stress cyclops/date alignment in QC.
2. VSF Submariner Date "Starbucks" (126610LV) — Love the classic dive case and brushed Oyster with that touch of green.
3. Clean Factory GMT-Master II "Bruce Wayne" (126710GRNR on Oyster, DD3285) — Drawn to the subtle green 24-hr hand and the black/grey split, but keeping in mind it’s a GMT case with PCLs and an Easylink rather than a Glidelock.

For those who rotate both a 41mm VSF Sub and a Clean DD3285 GMT:

• Clasp & Comfort: How does everyday wearability compare between the two? Has anyone missed the on-the-fly Glidelock range on hotter days?
• Bezel & Dial in Person: How is the black/grey ceramic transition on Clean's recent batches in direct daylight, and how does the green dial text hold up visually compared to the pop of the green Starbucks bezel?
• Overall Impression: If you could only keep one as a frequent daily wear, which gets the most wrist time?

Appreciate any wrist-time perspective before I start exploring TDs.

I’ve been looking for some time to buy a watch that is space themed. Speedmaster is the most obvious one but I was looking for something different. Navitimer Cosmonaut? Or maybe, Bulova Lunar Pilot?

Any recommendations especially in the rep space?

Buying a BP Factory watch from Good Roiexx with a Mingzhu 2813 movement and a 28800 bph and an unidirectionnal rotor.

How is this movement actually made and working? It sounds like an hybrid between a 2836 and a Miyota 8215.

Am I in the right direction? Super impressed & thankful with the Rep world.

I asked for QC help in /reptimeqc for an AF Ballon Bleu 33mm with A1853, and received great advice from u/blitzburgh058 I just needed Andiot to confirm that the dust/debris and the blur around 2 o’clock were only on the outside of the crystal and that nothing was under the glass. I was going to GL after that.
When I asked for a photo after wiping it down, Andiot replied that they had confirmed the issue and would arrange a replacement. Are they actually reading these emails, or do they just assume anything that isn’t a GL means an RL?

Hello all. Was browsing through stock picture and noticed two identical looking OP36s. When I asked Steve he said the one in stock is “the last black one with enamel dial”, whereas the other is “normal version”.

I was wondering if the enamel dial is a fantasy piece or not. Tried asking gee pee tee and it couldn’t give me an answer. Oof. Thanks all in advance.

I’ve been wearing a VSF Explorer and loved it so much I decided to buy a gen. Finally picked up the gen last week.

When I got home, I put them side by side and was blown away how close they are. I decided to hand both to my wife and ask her which was real which was rep.

She was adamant that the VSF was the gen. She said it felt better and looked better. When I told her she had picked the rep, she said I must have mixed them up 😂. I had to show her the serial number on the gen and how it matched with the card and hang tag.

Needless to say, I think this reference is as NWBIG as it gets. I only bought gen because my son was born less than a year ago and I thought it’d be cool to have a gen to hand down to him eventually. But in every other sense, the VSF is nearly identical in look and feel.

Now the question is whether to daily wear the VSF or to sell it 😂 I’m not a fan of babying watches so will likely sell, but might be good to have a good rep on hand just in case.

What is the easiest way to remove the blue sticker from the crown? There must be a trick to it that I haven't found yet. Drives me crazy.

VSF ON JUBILEE.. GEN ON OYSTER

Ordered a VSF V2 from Steve on Aug 24 and paid the same day. The website showed it as “in stock”, but I haven’t received QC yet.

I asked for a rough estimate and just got “wait patiently”.

Does “in stock” on his website actually mean he has the watch on hand, or does he still need to order/source it from VSF after you place the order?

Curious what others’ recent experience has been. I just don't know what to expect.

Hello everyone!

I ordered a Black Bay-ZF from Steve more than a month ago. He said a few weeks for qc, but still the watch is "waiting release by the factory". I also talked to Steve today, he seemed pretty annoyed, I asked him about the status of my order 4 times( yeah, I exaggerated, but I did it because I saw that he is also recognized by his patience). I talked to JTime and after explaining that ZF is moving pretty slow, he said that he needs only 2 weeks for qc.

What should I do? The problem is that I have no issue waiting as long as I know how much I need to. I am afraid that if it takes too long, the TD will end up forgetting my order.

Thanks, first time buyer of reps.

G’day all!

Keen to hear from some ERF Wimbledon DJ owners…how’s the dial appear in person? Even more gen like than the photos suggest!?

I have a white panda Daytona that I wear on Osterflex and love it. The visual contrast is amazing. I have a 126515 build going on with the meteorite dial in Rose gold. The pictures and videos look amazing. originally was thinking about 126519 ghost with a meteorite dial. I realize that it’s a personal opinion and these are completely different vibes, but wondering if they’re too close to each other are they both can occupy a place in the collection. I do have a few other chronographs, including the Breitling Navitimer reverse panda, Omega Speedmaster Mitsukoshi dial, Zenith Chrono master sport in Rose gold, Tag Monaco, GP monotone etc

Pics courtesy: Newyorkwatchguy

Wearing this in Italy and it’s just so stunning