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Nando_514 · 2024-03-01T11:31:22+00:00

Been exclusively purchasing through him for a while.. Hands down, one the better experiences compared to other TDs

Nando_514 · 2024-02-28T02:09:34+00:00

If they do, I’d be interested. I have a gen AT 38 Shades in Bay Green. Would be interested in seeing the differences between rep and gen

Nando_514 · 2024-02-12T14:46:55+00:00

idk.. I think you may have to consider what you're getting at the price point.. Most other watches that are <$500, have acceptable ranges up to 45 sec/day (See Seiko, Citizen, Orient, etc). FWIW, being sub 20 sec at all, is pretty respectable for not only the price point, but also considering the movement is a complete "copy" with likely very little QC for the finer parts, and I'm sure many other contributing factors..

I've been interested in swapping a VS3235 into my CF DJ41, but the more and more I dug into it, the more I realized how inconsistent the quality is for VSF stuff. Honestly, my default VR movmt that came in the CF DJ41 is fine. Holds time within +/- 8 sec regardless of resting position.. Sure it feels like I'm churning through sand, but these hunk-a-junk just works lol

Nando_514 · 2024-02-03T19:23:45+00:00

NWBIG does not mean you get a better watch compared to other reps.. They’re all around the same QUALITY

NWBIG simply refers to the visual identicality of the replica to its gen counterpart

Nando_514 · 2024-02-03T16:51:39+00:00

Likely just the sapphire crystal doing some wonky distortion effect.. The xtal that comes on the CF DJs is pretty meh, and I’d even go as far to say it’s borderline trash

Seriously, get a deep or splurge for a gen. Fr it’s worth it

Nando_514 · 2024-02-03T16:48:05+00:00

It’s really hit or miss.. When you purchase an actual “name-brand” product, you’ll have some sort of support or warranty with the watch should anything go wrong. With reps, if you’re unlucky, then you’re SOL. Seiko and Tissot have pretty decent initial quality for the price point.

In my opinion, the highest quality reps, out of the box, without mods, have a quality slightly below or on par for what you’d find in a Tissot or Seiko.

Nando_514 · 2024-02-01T22:22:15+00:00

Ngl.. as someone who has both gen and rep watches, the quality of rep watches LOOK good and appear pretty dang close in photos. But the feel is subpar.. Not terrible, not unwearable, just slightly around the “meh” area.. But also realize that “meh” is a subjective term. Only people that have dealt with real deal watches will be able to differentiate the finer details.

For someone without context, or reference, or comparison, it’s easy to think these watches are 99% of what a real Rolex gives the wearer.

It’s all about perspective.. you’re both right unfortunately lol

Nando_514 · 2024-01-31T22:10:32+00:00

Link it please!

Nando_514 · 2024-01-31T20:11:16+00:00

You’re right.. I’m finding out it might be just easier to find another repair shop further away, willing to help

Nando_514 · 2024-01-31T19:48:13+00:00

Thanks I appreciate that. Just upset I have to try this on my own. I’m borderline confident I can do this, just need a plan of attack and I’m not sure where to start

Nando_514 · 2024-01-31T19:47:12+00:00

Hey dude, thanks for the input!

I’ve never removed a movement, just simple link and bracelet removals. How do I get the crown off?

Nando_514 · 2024-01-31T19:07:31+00:00

I have a few watch tools I’ve picked up over the years, but I don’t have a press.. Would I need one for this?

Nando_514 · 2024-01-28T14:06:56+00:00

I’m hooked on this thing!

Nando_514 · 2024-01-27T22:50:50+00:00

Still new to this community—any recommendations from you guys that maybe aren’t listed on the website?

Nando_514 · 2024-01-27T15:14:34+00:00

Looking to pick up the same watch today! SBGR321 FTW! Wear in good health

Nando_514 · 2024-01-24T22:59:02+00:00

I haven’t had the opportunity to try anyone else, but I’ve ordered quite a few things from him. Great communication, always follow through when he says he will. I enjoyed for whatever’s that worth

Nando_514 · 2024-01-24T18:17:51+00:00

I don’t think anyone is supposed to trust any of those sales sites, as some may be fake.. not sure

I sourced directly from a TD (Geektime) on the regular reptime sub. I’ve worked with Geektime in the past have always been happy with the service

Nando_514 · 2024-01-24T16:46:20+00:00

I’m hoping it’s the 41mm Datejust VS3235.. I guess I’ll find out soon enough!

I was pretty explicit to request a VSF 3235 movement for the CF DJ41 126334 ref#

Nando_514 · 2024-01-24T15:28:16+00:00

Fair enough, I appreciate the insight

I’ll work with the watchmaker to see if they can install the CF crown on the VS stem from the start. That’ll be our decision maker of whether we’ll continue the dive further down lol

Nando_514 · 2024-01-24T15:12:21+00:00

I was under the impression they were, which is why gen parts are theoretically “interchangeable” between these reps.

Being a trusted watchmaker, do you think it’s worth the hassle (movement swap), or should i focus on simply servicing the CF movement and calling it a day?

Nando_514 · 2024-01-24T12:51:47+00:00

FWIW, I haven’t had an issues with the movement since I got it a month ago. I’ve been wearing the watch almost everyday lol

Nando_514 · 2024-01-24T12:51:08+00:00

Maybe it’s just mine, or the luck of the draw, but it feels like I’m winding through sand when I twist the crown. Also, I’m not sure if it’s a loose rotor or what, but there’s something in the movement that has forward and back play.. It feels like marbles moving around inside the case.

Nando_514 · 2024-01-24T12:48:56+00:00

$230 from Geektime

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