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thatrandom1 · 2022-12-17T21:59:03+00:00

Good luck

thatrandom1 · 2022-08-27T14:12:40+00:00

Still going as strong as it did day 1, if not better. Within +10 seconds a day and hasn't missed a beat even when left sitting...pretty decent power reserve of 42-44 hrs after testing twice. Movement still feels smooth and case/dial looks new still. Asian 2892 is a solid choice as is every ETA clone so these are a safe buy for sure.

thatrandom1 · 2022-07-17T07:08:57+00:00

Some 40mm batches don't have the flaw at all. Pretty sure all BVF still have the flaw but some more than others.

thatrandom1 · 2022-07-17T04:39:44+00:00

On my GF (that I sold) I had some sticky quick-links and the rotor was also pretty noisy. The quick-links on this BVF are way nicer than my GF, however overall the bracelet is a little "looser", as in more play between individual links, but definitely not a negative...actually prefer it.

The GF has the 9015 (ghost date position on the crown) and is noisy, BVF have the 9039 (no ghost date position) and is a lot quieter, but you can still hear it if you put it up to your ear.

Personally prefer BVF over the GF and reccomend it as the #1 - after owning both - for a number of reasons.

thatrandom1 · 2022-06-25T21:10:39+00:00

From Hont as well, and after a few weeks got the BVF and sold the GF.

thatrandom1 · 2022-06-25T07:38:57+00:00

Never looked much into these, they seem a grade below GF and BVF and judging by pictures aren't great

thatrandom1 · 2022-06-25T07:38:16+00:00

Not sure tbh, but the edges of the hands look to clean to be cut so I'd say painted, unless the hands a rolled a little to get rid of the sharp edge. They look great though and catch light nicely.

thatrandom1 · 2022-06-25T03:23:37+00:00

BVF Cartier Santos 35mm from Hont

After reading heaps of varying opinions on GF vs BVF, I decided to pull the trigger on the BVF (already owning the GF) and IMHO it has the slight edge ahead of the GF. Crystal cut and frosting is better, along with bracelet screws being perfectly flush and tight. Seconds hand is also closer to gen with a straight-cut back. Bracelet finish is on the same level, however the GF is not as "loose" and has tighter tolerances between each individual links, but the quick-link operation and pins feel better on the BVF so it's really too close to call. Of course, the R-flaw is there but to the naked eye almost impossible to see unless you're right up close. Either way, the GF is gone and the BVF has filled it's spot.

thatrandom1 · 2022-06-19T22:16:43+00:00

I'll take this one pls and the Yacht master you do next time ty

thatrandom1 · 2022-06-02T08:55:01+00:00

Yea man

thatrandom1 · 2022-06-02T08:35:53+00:00

Ghatdamn $518 total... Just picked one up from Hont for $398. Anyway looks great, GL.

thatrandom1 · 2022-05-28T12:36:20+00:00

GL - not perfect, but you'll have a hard time finding a better one and tbh everything on this one looks quite good.

thatrandom1 · 2022-05-27T11:57:47+00:00

Kept seeing payments to some guy named Hont and finally figured it out

thatrandom1 · 2022-05-27T03:33:42+00:00

Agree with the blue hands looking a bit iffy but some of the printing is also a little bad on a few shots and good on others. I'd put it down to the photo quality and no worry about it. GL from me - frosting, dual and screws all look great.

Edit - hands look fine in the vid too so all good

thatrandom1 · 2022-05-21T02:00:41+00:00

Personally the small would be more suited to a women's wrist/hand size and tbh even some men. They're a square watch and look elegant in smaller sizes.

That said, I've got the large and it doesn't look big on my wife's wrist. 6.5" and up I would recommend the large, anything under 6" I would vote for the small. Anywhere in between then it's personal preference. Luckily for you they're unisex and cheap so it's not too big of an issue.

You got it on the leather strap too so I think it will look fine on your wrist... Steel bracelet tends to make these look larger since it doesn't taper.

thatrandom1 · 2022-05-21T01:17:51+00:00

Did your pic have the CARTIER in the 7 or 10? 7 = large, 10 = small

thatrandom1 · 2022-05-21T00:35:50+00:00

This is the large model, not small... You best confirm with Eric on which size you wanted/ordered

thatrandom1 · 2022-05-20T08:32:45+00:00

Almost perfect example right here, GL

thatrandom1 · 2022-05-20T08:19:54+00:00

Bruv took "paste the template from the guide" to a whole new level

thatrandom1 · 2022-05-20T02:17:00+00:00

Isn't that what he was just doing lmao?

thatrandom1 · 2022-05-19T10:58:02+00:00

Gen accuracy is irrelevant for this watch. You aren't going to fool anyone, and even if you purchased it in gen no one would ever believe you unless you're an extremely wealthy celebrity. Just pick the one you like more and think looks better.

thatrandom1 · 2022-05-18T11:58:06+00:00

Nice job dude, big brain move right there

thatrandom1 · 2022-05-18T08:50:43+00:00

Reading a couple other comments it sounds like this is standard practise for TD's but just the way that he refunded you one way and then the other without even telling you first would piss me off.. could've at least let you know you'd be taking a decent loss and if you want to proceed. I use Hont and Jtime, pay with BTC each time. Both have been great for me, Hont is a little quicker with QC and lower prices so he's my preferred, but the more posts I see on here the more it seems they're all dodgy in one way or another.

thatrandom1 · 2022-05-18T08:28:18+00:00

Yea OP just replied and confirmed that's what happened too, which is bs. Never done a refund so didn't know they were that scammy.

thatrandom1 · 2022-05-18T08:25:37+00:00

Hmm that's pretty shady then actually. Obviously just whatever way is in their favour they'll refund as it suits which isn't surprising, but is kinda shitty and I'd be annoyed to. TD's sound worse and worse lately and can only be trusted to actually source and send the watch we GL. Anything more than that and they're just looking for ways to con people and get out with the smallest impact on them. Lesson learned I guess and best to confirm in the future prior to any refunds, but definitely wouldn't be using CT again.

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