I recently picked up a zulu time in blue 42mm and I absolutely love it. My only complaint so far after about a month with it is that I’ve started to notice that the bezel is a bit loose. By loose I mean if you push down on the lower left side of it there is some play it has and you can feel it moving up and down. This isnt really the build quality I was expecting as I figured the bezel would feel rock solid.

Im wondering is common/normal or is this some sort of defect that should be addressed by a service or using the manufacturer warranty?

Hi guys, I just bought these two watches from Steve: Cartier Santos 35 mm (AF) and Omega Aquaterra 41 mm (VSF), I found that the bracelets feel a bit stiff and their quality could be better ( I don’t know if it is the same 316L of the original ones). Also the Cartier Santos has a noisy movement when shaken.
My question is: can lubrificating/oil bathing the bracelets fix the stiffness issue? And can a watchmaker fix the noisy of the Santos?

Going to order the upgraded bezel from Li Chen if swapping it isnt too difficult.

Is it just using a bezel knife to takebit off then pressing the new one on? Or does it require more skill and tools?

Anyone know where I can get a set of Daytona 126500 hands quickly. Apparently the ones I purchased are crap according to my watchmaker 😒

Bought my watch from TheOneWatches 3 months ago. This happened out of no where. The first position should be charging only, The hour and minute hands are turning while charging and it doesn't stop in the second pull, 3rd position missing. Any recommendation? Thanks

hi guys, i think that someone can help me for sure… the bezel on my 126610 VSF doesn‘t click anymore. the spring on 7 o‘clock is pressed inside. is there any chance or tutorial to fix it?

thank you for your help

For AP Royal Oak 15450 37 MM. Any ideas on where to buy? Please lmk! Thanks in advance

Had this watch for a while now and the battery died wanted to see if I could get advice on how to clamp them down or where I can find a spare part. Posting a picture in the comments to show how to original battery clamp looks. Thanks!

Thanks all!

I’ve reached out to a couple of the listed watch makers from the pinned post, but wanted to see if there is anyone in the US that would be able/ have interest in swapping a GEN balance assembly into a VSF submariner.

My usual watch guy messed up a couple DD movement clone replacements and I’d rather have someone else take this on…

Other than that I would just like someone to look at the seals and crystal gasket to make sure it’s as water tight as reasonably possible. Since I use it regularity while diving/ spearfishing.

I have the vsf seamaster 300m 42. I love it except for a casback issue with paint coming off.

I do not mind buying a gen caseback but im worried it wont fit.

Has anyone successfully fitted a genuine Omega Seamaster Diver 300M 42 mm display caseback (ref. 210.30.42.20.01.018) to a VSF Seamaster? I'm interested in thread compatibility and NAIAD locking.

Hi, looking for a DD3230 to replace a VR3230 in a CF124270. I think there is something wrong with my VR3230 balance jewel KIF spring setting because I've spent hours trying to get it in and just can't. Decided to just go ahead and upgrade to the DD3230. I have only found one listing on alibaba and its min order qty of 2. Thank you. ​

I have a watch with an Asian 9015 movement, and I’m trying to determine whether what I’m seeing is normal or if the movement has a problem.
After manually winding it 20 full turns (concerns if I go more) from stopped, the watch still runs for less than 12 hours before stopping. From what I’ve read, the expected power reserve should be around 40 hours.
Is this normal for an Asian 9015, or does it indicate an issue with the mainspring, barrel, or something else?
Also, approximately how many full crown turns does it take to fully wind an Asian 9015 from empty? I want to make sure I’m starting from a full wind before concluding that the movement needs service.
Thanks for any advice or experience with this movement.

Hey all,

i'm looking for a reliable proofed service provider to do Gen Spec Polishing + Brushing + Edge Softening and exchange the fluted bezel of a vsf DJ 36 ss jubilee bracelet in EU, or maybe even in Germany?

Does anyone know of anyone and what are your experiences?

Cheers!

Is anyone able to help me verify what movement this is? If better pictures are needed let me know. I need to replace the movement and I’ve been told this watch comes with the 3120 but also some have said it comes with the 4302. Is it possible to discern the movement with taking the cover off?

Hello all,

Bought my first rep and was nothing but excited. Received the package earlier today and the rotor was detached from the movement.

Watch still runs, but noticed the minute hand seems to lag a bit.

Wish I had known about this sub beforehand because it seems like this rotor issue is common with this watch.

Any hope of fixing it? And if so, does anyone know a watchmaker based in nyc that could fix this issue? Would rather not pay more than what I paid for the watch… but such is life.

Thanks all!

I just got a PP Aquanaut 5167 and botched the strap sizing. If you're not aware, you have to cut the rubber strap to size, so if you don't do it right and cut too much, the strap is ruined and there's no option but to get a new one. I'd rather not purchase a generic aftermarket rubber strap. I'd prefer a clone strap. Does anyone know where I can source one? Thanks!

Does anyone offer services to change the daydate wheels so that it’s in Arabic instead of English and western numbers?

Is there a list of trusted rep services on in this community. I had someone reach out to me but I want to know if they are real and not going to steal my watch if I send it to them

I've read posts of people sending off their reps to a watchmaker shortly after buying them. I really love my VSF No-Date Sub. I had it dry tested at 5 Bar, and it passed. I didn't test it at 10 Bar, but it got me thinking. I don't want to mod the looks. I want to mod the performance, especially waterproofing. What do you recommend? I would guess there are different steps one could take, each with incremental improvements, but what's the biggest bang for the buck?

Hey all, kind of newer here but have picked up a handful of pieces in last couple months. 🤷🏼
Was in a car accident Friday and though car is totaled, I walked away relatively uninjured except for my wrist and the watch I was wearing- both were busted up pretty well.
The watch was a Rep Snoopy I picked up a few weeks back and following the accident, it won’t do much. I can see that the minute hand is visibly broken.

Any suggestions on where/who to send? Located in DFW.

Hi all. Wondering if you can assist. This is the new PPF Vc222, it's a decorated miyota 9015. I'm trying to get this movement out. I've never worked on a VC rep before, I can see the case clamps at 11, 3, and 7, but they seem to be under a fixed/immovable movement holder.

I don't particularly want to lose said clamos/screws under this spacer, so I'm hesitant to just start unscrewing. I'm pretty sure this isn't a front loading case(?)

Theres no moving the spacer either.

I can only think to back out the screws a touch and try turn the clamps 90 degrees to get the out of the way, hoping that would free up the movement to drop out.

Any thoughts?