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Christ!! They finally have the CG down...My wife will definitely kill me if I get this one..I have the older version and always hate the CG..Damn!! Must resist!!!

Just ordered the iPad last week for my wife...Yay..it's really for me:) But, don't you tell her that...

On of my grails! Perfectly vintaged.. not too much and not too little...just perfect!

Still not buying.. The numbers are too thin and the crown guard can be better..Oh..OCD!!! Although, the 212 looks a whole lot better IMO..

Nice!! Can we get a pic of the crown guard. This is one of the biggest disappointments.

I have this same strap on my BP..

Is he building this exact same watch?

Guys, I think these are essentially the same watches. Pictures can vary depending on how you shoot them. I think that Angus has better picture taking skills, but they are the same watches IMO. Can't wait for an MBW vs Cartel comparison review.

What about the CG. What I have read and seen is that it is not a Pre-V CG so I wouldn't have to purchase one from LH or Toro..correct?

Awesome!!! Thanks for the advice. I think that I am leaning that way as well..

Hi Pamologist, Well, I have had a cartel 005 for a while now and since I cannot find a decent 005 dial I wanted to know my options. I also want to know which would be more cost effective. I am not buying gen parts as these would be too expensive for me. I want a good rep not a franken. What would be my options: For a 001 what would I have to mod to get it close to gen and where can I source these items; unfortunately the case might not be an option but other components can: For the 001b 1.Dial (I have reached out to FGD, but not sure he makes these) 2. CG 3. crown (ordering a Palp from Marcus currently) 4. case back For the 005 1. Dial (who has the best dial other than OEM)-- That dang incorrect logo bugs that crap out of me!!! 2. CG (I would go with Toro, but would look into LH) 3. crown (Palp) Your comments and suggestions would be grealy appreciated/

This one until further notice..

This version is the Faux PR. I have heard it has a PR of about 5 days--more than enough for me. EDIT: Thanks for the positive replies!! Love this watch!

Not really sure, but I do believe it goes back to IWC's nautical beginnings. Now I do know that the 5002 has two versions. The first and earlier version of the 5002 has the fish crown, while the second version (called the transitional 5002) all have what they call the Probus crown. The rep is a copy of the 5002-1 version. BTW: This watch is virtually indistinguishable from gen.

I never thought that I'd like the BP. However, after seeing the reviews, the watch, putting it on, and seeing how close to gen it looks and feels one cannot resist. It is a solid watch and feels gen. Love it!!

So I am bored and wanted to take pics of my new BP. Love this thing. Enjoy!

You hit the nail.. I think that a lot of folks are just a bit hypocritical. To say that you buy a rep of this caliber to tell folks that it is a rep is a bunch of BS. One of the real reasons why we buy this stuff is to try to pass it off as the real thing. Especially, the Type A rep collectors for one. If you just did it for the love of the piece why would so many of us be so critical about the flaws.. BTW, I always say they are reps and I am proud of it..lol

He is a dude that makes Rolexes that are not so real, but they look so real that he makes you question why the heck would anybody shell out the Benjamin's for the real thang. He take's his time, but in the end you end up with a product that you don't have to worry about entering an AD with the watch--I wouldn't risk it though. He is getting scary good at it. I think that it's an inside job and he is getting the trade secrets from a clandestine mole. EDIT: I will not mention names, but I think that I know who he is ;-)

WTF... B&R.. I didn't know that the "R" in B&R was really for Rolex not Ross. That is some tacky shat.. BTW.. Love my UN- Minor flaws and all. These look great on the wrist. My Chronometer is the most expensive looking of all my reps.

My Ulysse Nardin Chronometer for sho..

Phoband I am as passionate as you about this brand. I think that they are finally recognizing a true brand. Ulysse Nardin's are in the same league as Breguet's, Lange, Audemars Piguet, Blancpain, Breguet, JLC, Patek Phillipe, Vacheron Constantin. Way more important and recognized in the horological world than Rolex, Tag,Cartiers Omega's, and Breitlings. It is nice to see that they are repping them and at truely great prices. I was truely impressed with my Maxi Chronometer and hope that they continue to expand and come out with more versions.

Awesome...but please do not punch me in the face. BTW, I tried viewing his site, but for some reason I got a IE error. Hmmm..

LOL!!! The dip should not have been too bad considering what one pays for the average rep.. Enjoy it.. You won't be dissapointed. Please post pics as soon as you get it. BTW, which one did you get? Same?