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The Twisted World of Watches... (A) The majority of the genuine watch forum bed wetters are: 1...Jealous. 2...Disappointed. 3...Disillusioned. Jealous because replica owners get the Wow! accolades (and the Damsel) same as any Gomer wearing the Real Deal and Disappointed because in reality their $10k 'investment' was a fool's errand, especially when it breaks and needs 'official' $ervice. They are Disillusioned because they believe 'High Achievers and Heroes all wear genuine watches.' All the others are sinners and destined to burn at the stake in Geneva. (B) 1: They do not know much about watches in general and can not tell a higher grade replica from a genuine watch. 2: They have very little or no sense of humor. 3: They tend to identify with the brand and wear 'Macho Brands' and/or certain types of watches as a badge of 'manliness'. Replicas take this all away from them because the guy wearing the replica has the same status, therefore replicas are something to be hated and/or feared along with the person wearing it. They have no problem with pirated DVDs etc though. (C) Most of the genuine watch forum members are replicas of sane, reasonable people.

I get really upset when somebody mentions gens on rep forums [emoji23]

before going to bed make gilt dreams... [emoji632]

I just found a dealer that had NOS FHF 90-5 and it seemed very similar, almost ridiculously similar to ETA. And it still seems very-very similar. Am I missing something? Can these be used? Wait... now I get it. Unitas FHF and AS became ETA. Fig. 1 Fig. 2 Fig. 3 FHF 905 Features automatic sweep second date: quickset Data 11.5''', Dm= 25.6mm, Do= 26.0mm H= 5.4mm F= 1.45mm T= 1.9mm 17/25 jewels f = 21600 A/h power reserve 43h Balance staff U3440 Stem W3352 Mainspring / battery 1.20 x 10.0 x 0.105mm Hands 1.50 x 0.90 x 0.25mm Comments abo Technical data: FHF 90-5 17/25 jewels, Automatic wind, center second, date, quickset. Size: 11.5''' 25.6 mm. H: = 5.4 mm. N: = 18.000 A/h. Power reserve: 43 h. Versions: 90-4: date. 90-5: date. 90-9: day, date. 905: minor modifications, date. 908: minor modifications, day, date. Fig. 1 Fig. 2 Fig. 3 ETA 2451 Features automatic sweep second Data 11.5''', Dm= 25.6mm, Do= 26.0mm H= 5.3mm F= 1.4mm T= 1.85mm 17/21/25/30 jewels f = 18000 A/h power reserve 42h Balance staff U2226 / U3136 for balance with/without screws Stem W2426, W3226 Mainspring / battery Zf869, 1.30 x 9.5 x 0.105 x 300mm Hands 1.50 x 0.90 x 0.21mm Comments about ----- Accoring to the source, it's even 18k bph. So... the small small difference 0.1 mm here and there... Can they be used?

I'm making this post partly as a thank you to JMB for his nice case and work and also great friendly service he gives and I've not done much for a long time either!!! I had a few bits lying around so I bought a 2824 DJ case with lug holes a couple of weeks ago from him and built this one with the following specs. JMB 2824 case(perfect dimensions) Rafflestime oyster bracelet WSO bezel Unknown/possibly Noob crystal Rep dial and hands Gen 603 crown Tc V4 overlay New Seagull 2824 clone It turned out nice I think! Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

Blueberry 42 !

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Try it on a hollow mid-link Jubilee and you'll FORGET you're wearing it!

@hologramet I just got back from an afternoon shopping trip in which I picked up a Gen brand new Hulk from the local dealer at PMT the hour glass. As for the reason I wanted the Smurf, I'm a CEO and founder of the largest Pharmacy Chain in Vietnam. My Pharmacy's Signature colors are blue & green. So, I don't think anyone would question me about my rolex's authenticity, though several people are surprised to learn that many pieces in my collection at in fact replicas, as I never hide the fact. I'm actually very proud of my replica collection. As I mentioned in the first post, this was the first time I was buying online. I decided to buy online because I was specifically looking for this watch, and I have yet to find a good replica or genuine in Vietnam where I live. As for why I was looking for advice on this forum, that's because I really value the quality of the details in the replicas. As you rightly mentioned, no one wants to get buyers remorse, especially if that remorse comes because of poor quality, something that could have been handled by rigorous inspection at the QC phase. ..... Back on topic to my Smurf acquisition, the QC Team at Intime.co is suggesting I buy a Noob V2, and that it is better quality thanthe BP Maker I was ordering. I asked to order both and have them Frankenstein it for me, but it seems they don't want to do that. I might have to do it myself. I'm sure with all the advice in this forum I would be able to figure out how to do it right. I love models, replicas & fine details. I'm actually kind of lookingforward to this Franken project. @pcardoza I took your advice. I asked them to ship it over. I figure I could make some mods to it if it isn't what I expected it to be right out of the box. @Avenue Your advice was also an influence, so thanks. I suppose if it comes and I'm not completely satisfied, I'll be able to mod it. Turn it into a project. I'm actually looking forward to it.

Beautiful! Enjoy the sun.

To echo pcardoza relax a bit and just so everybody knows NO they aren't going to switch a bezel insert for you (you guys who have been around know this, nobody told him not to bother to ask..................) , they get the entire watch from factory all done they have no stock of parts. This looks like a good one all in all FYI, keep your expectations realistic how much is this and how much is the gen....................... Send it out for the plat. mod on numbers once you get it if that's all you have wrong.

It might be just me being grumpy after having a horrible nights sleep... But.this isn't the first time you start a thread, and I can't really see what point you're trying to make. It feels like a new thread is like a status update on Facebook. If you want to start a debate and not just start a thread that'll drift unanswered into oblivion, add some more meat to your initial post. What do you want to discuss? That gen owners don't like reps? I wouldn't either if a major part of my self esteem was linked to the fact that my watch is real, shines a little extra and costs a whole lot more. Cheers,

The insert is OK, but the new BP ones are much better (the ones with "wrapped" bezels, bracelets etc...). Don't know if they released a new Smurf however. --- Ask yourself, why do you want the Rolex Smurf? I'm going to do it easy for you. You don't want to regret the buy in half a year, and feel like one of those guys with a 200k $ "Tourbillon" VC or Patek and driving a 10k $ VW Polo. I'm not shallow, and actually don't care about being "called out" as I always say it's a replica/assembled from combination of real and aftermarket parts. BUT the fastest form of communication we send to others is the "iconic" communication. You will more likely be assumed to be shallow/materialistic if you show up at work with foundation, fake Gucci sunglasses, LV bag and pinstripe suit. especially if you work at a call centre. You might create obstacles socially before you even open your mouth for the first time. Why constantly paddle up stream? Sooooo... Let's get back to the point. Why do you want to purchase a rep of a watch that is "white gold" and costs numerous times more than a regular LN or LV? Unless you invested in Apple 1998 and just sold your stocks, the ones that know what it is, will most likely assume that it's fake. The ones that don't know that it's white gold and extremely expensive will also assume it's fake. What I'm trying to say is wear a watch that's right for you, your age, your profession. If you're 20-30 the Black Bay is much more suitable than a Smurf. Or a SM300? Maaaaaaybe a 114060/116610. If you just like the design. And the color isn't thaaaaat important. Just buy the Noob V6s LN. --- To finish my jumpy rant off... If you really want the LB, buy that one. It's about as good as they get from that model/maker (I think), If you now have doubts about the watch, or you want a near perfect rep, reconsider other alternatives. /V 1) Yes 2) I think so. However nowadays, BK is just a glorified drop-shipper that has a good partner in the Orient, that picks among the better ones. Also, the Swiss ETA is from factory, and usually dusty, used. In my opinion it's better to save the extra cash and invest in a gen crystal and a movement clean + regulation of an A2836 Cheers,

Yours looks pretty much spot on to me.

Do yourself a favor and have the dial + hands relumed with genuine Superluminova BGW9. Trust me, it's worth it.

Roger that.

"Beware of the clasp, mine broke very easily." I call them 'Breakaway' clasps. I had one break first time out and have a modern Exp I with the hinge made in this fashion and afraid to wear it. They should make the hinge mounts and blade in one piece. Iirc rwc had to eat a bunch of them along with ceramic bezel inserts for the first few years. Maybe still eating them. Not much of a way to laser weld them together because it would have to be welded outside the contact area and would leave an 'unsightly' bead. That is probably why they solder them together. As for genuine stuff...I ran out of $$ before rolex 'went modern' and stayed with vintage. I guess there is a lot to be said for sheet metal clasps and aluminum inserts.

Personally I like this much better than the HS1. This is a true work of art. Gilt dial and hands with a dome crystal and coin edge bezel To top it off, look at those bevels and lug holes. Much better fusion of modern/vintage with these details from the original big crown. I think this is beautifully executed. Sent from my droptop using telepathy [emoji466]️