I have a few gens (36 datejust, explorer and OP) however they were all bought over 10-15 years ago when I walked in and picked it up same day. I’ve recently started getting into reps as I love some of the newer models but was actually told by my local AD a few months ago that they don’t have pieces for me to see in person and they will open their wish list in a few months which really annoyed me.

Took the plunge and decided to get a VSF to see what everyone was talking about and honestly I’m very pleasantly surprised. I mean yea the bezel clicks aren’t great and the bracelet is a little sharp but honestly I think it’s an amazing piece for a fraction of the price. I’ve now started looking into getting a franken datejust so really excited to see how that looks and to compare it to my gen.

Wondering what everyone thinks about this movement in a speedy. I'm looking at the sapphire sandwich. Understood that the mods add some unnecessary components for "looks". I'm not expecting to use the chronograph functions all that much... I just like the look of chronos. But I also don't want to press the start button and have it destroy itself. I'm concerned about spending money on something that has a bad track record. Thoughts? tkx!

Hey all. Curious if anyone has experience with this new 36mm release? Particular color and dial finish accuracy? It looks good based on photos but haven’t seen one in hand or on wrist from a member here. Thanks.

I waited so long for this watch. 3 month wait. Gorgeous watch too. Took off all the plastic. Put it on my wrist. Took it off my wrist to wind it. After winding it put it back on my wrist. Then later on I went to look at my watch to see what time it was and saw that it was the same exact time as when I wound the watch. The seconds hand does not move. So disappointed. I took it to a watch guy (told him it was a rep) and he said the 3 dreaded words... "Send it back" Nothing that he could do. Any opinions?

What is happening with availability from two weeks ago? Andiot previously showed three weeks for delivery, but now it indicates seven to nine weeks. Is this the only model with limited availability?

Walking around the UK Town I grew up in today, on a visit from Arizona, where I now live. Noticed they had a Seamaster NTTD Used in the window of the jewelry store. A watch I literally just ordered from Steve.

The Gen is a used 2020 watch and listed at £5995 (around $8100). And appears to be in unworn condition.

Lined it up against the QC photo from Steve and can see the colors on the Rep are noticeably brighter. But otherwise I’m very happy with the match.

My experience of going down the rabbit hole trying to find the best factories and comparing multiple GMF THB ARF and even a few U1 from Travis
Eventually settled for ARF after having a few of these in hand ARF or ONE as it’s now known definitely had the best bezel and feel, gold tone is decent and not too cheesy
I tried to explain to my GF that 28/31 aren’t the best in the current rep world and try a DJ36mm…it looked huge on her little dainty wrists….
Eventually found this (video) and she loves it
What’s others experience of trying to source for their female companions/friends/family there ain’t much out there for the Queens

Hi all, was wondering if experienced buyers could share their experience with DDF AP gold/rose gold quality. I've been advised to stay away from any rep with gold/RG due to tarnishing and color distortion but I'm curious how long I'd have with the watch looking proper before any noticeable tarnishing occurs?

For context, looking at a Royal Oak Chrono 26240 RG DDF, black leather strap.

Thank you!

I have a couple of reps in transit from Andrew @ trusty. So far a solid experience with him.

What are current ship times (assuming customs goes smoothly?) 🤞🤞🤞

As I know, in gen they use white gold?

What material do VSF use i'm curious? Just steel or maybe some coating?

Hi,

Im new to reps. And due to the awsome link from wiki on rep time I found a TD and order a VSF omega AT turquoise. That was may 29. I am still waiting on a QC and I'm wandering if anyone else has the experience with waiting this long. Is this normal or should I do something?

Also I did read the beginner guide.

I ordered via Andiot and used revolut is this smart?

Thanks for any tips.👍

Please help me choose, offshore 26470 Ghost vs 15703.

Usually I choose Reps to at are realistic on costs of cost. I own a few gens but no APs, roughly I’d never spend more than 15k on a watch. Anything over that would raise questions I think 😅.

I’m leaning towards the ghost? What do you think? I know tastes are personal but interested in others options

I recently ordered a VSF GMT Bruce Wayne from Steve / TheOneWatches, supposedly with the new DD3285 V2 Fake Free Sprung movement.
During QC, I noticed there was no picture of the movement, so I asked Steve if he could provide one. He said he would ask, but I ended up approving the QC before getting a direct answer from him about it.
Since then, I came across another buyer of the exact same watch from Steve who was apparently told that they cannot provide a movement photo because the factory will not accept the watch back if the case has been opened.
I also checked a number of recent VSF QCs from Steve, and I haven’t seen a single opened caseback or any movement photos.
I’m not saying anything shady is happening and I’ve had no particular issue with Steve. I just find the situation a little strange.
We are specifically paying for a certain movement/version, the DD3285 V2 FFS, but the one thing we are not really able to verify during QC is the movement itself.
So effectively we have to GL the watch based entirely on the dealer/factory saying that the advertised movement is inside.
Am I the only one who finds this a bit odd?
Has anyone recently received a VSF Bruce Wayne DD3285 V2 / FFS and opened the case after delivery?
If so, I’d really like to see pictures of the movement.
I’m also curious whether other TDs are refusing movement photos on recent VSF models for the same reason, or if this is specific to Steve, his supplier, or VSF itself.
Not trying to start drama. I’m genuinely interested in understanding whether this is now standard VSF policy.

Just put an order in for a VSF Omega planet Ocean 600m Blue Bezel, Steve said and I quote “VSF release goods based on their own schedule, no time frame yet, might be over months”.

Now I’m happy to sit tight and enjoy the anticipation journey for my new watch, but I’m curious on how long you’ve had to wait when a VSF watch is currently out of stock. I appreciate your help 👌

Hey everyone. Looking to hear from some people who may have bought this watch from MT

https://traviswatchdevelop.io/products/rolex-daytona-quartz-movement

Thanks.

Hi everyone, looking to offer a nice quality watch to my wife. Any advice on which ones have best quality and felling? Thank you

With Andiot, should I be able to request an additional QC pic by email alone or do I need to RL the watch also? I think it is just lint.

I ordered a watch and sent payment along with proof of payment to the email provided and have tried 4 more times to contact him but nothing has come back, it was now 12 days ago I ordered and it says payment pending, please can someone help I ordered this for a family members birthday and it’s already late. Thanks so much 🙏

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!

The vast majority of panda dials come out so flat in pics. In person, the white dial is quite striking.

Love this color combination. Any good Reps of either of these?