purspeed

I'll take pic's and post 'em here...My camera phone sucks, though...

Or, did U want pic's of the hottie?

Went into the watch store for some pins for my TW Classic (that i finished working on).

I asked for the pins only. The asian sales rep asked if I wanted them to install the bracelet. I said, "yes."

It took them about 20 minutes to install the bracelet, as the factory holes aren't lined up perfectly (I'm calling Folex on Monday about this...).

I was talking to the hot other sales rep when the original sales lady came back and said they were almost done.

The hottie asked what kind of what it was and the asian said, "it's a Rolex replica," in a polite, low voice.

She did not want to embarrass me, but I was not embarrassed. I asked them how much they think I paid. The hottie said 20 bucks. Now, that offended me (not really). I said that I paid 200 bucks but that it was a damn good watch.

I asked how they knew it was fake. The asian said that they could just tell it ain't real b/c they work with watches (including higher end) all day.

The hottie (who was married...of course, I had to ask) asked if I wear it to impress the babes. I said that I wear it to impress upon people that real Rolex's are overrated. I use my charm to impress the babes, and fortunately for everyone here, charm can be replicated at no cost (for a limited time only).

(Btw, my watch is so badass now...me happy)

Oh, and the total price for all work + cost of pins? 4.00 dollars US

That makes sense...I am lost no more...

I just need one set, not 10.

I've sent stuff free to board members...I'll pay for these though...

Thanks friends!!!!!!

I cheaped/lazy'd out and used vaseline on the Oring. I did polish around the areas where the bezel meets the case. Removing the factory "crud" and polishing and a thorough cleaning has now made the bezel move smooth, yet tight.

Vaseline: if it's good enough for gays, it's good enough for my Oring.

Thanks, Jet.

About the oring, what is that Oring's purpose?

Also, should I polish the case where the bezel sits to allow smooth bezel movement or would this create a situation where the bezel wouldn't remain seated?

Thanks!

On second thought, I did not realize that Tudor offered such a variety of models.

Maybe there's hope afterall...

I sure do, Cray. Not sure about the quality of the pic's, though. Now, if someone can host them for me, we can post them here....

I don't really like the Tudors. Seems like a poor compromise. If you're going to spend the money, make the stretch and get a Rolex.

My opinion only, try not to get offended.

Wow, thats good to hear, I have one on order from Eddie Lee and am expecting it soon

I researched, asked a few people here (thank you!) and after a day or so of thinking went with the TW Best Classic.

Next thing is to try to find a nice Panerai, but Im afraid to start looking for one, with all the time and effort I put into picking out my Sub Id need a few more weeks to look for a good 111H or one of the other 10,000 Panerai models out there...

But yeah to the original poster I went with the TW Classic from Eddie Lee. If I felt like spending $100 more I would have gone with the MBW. $70 less, and Id have gone with the Andrew Trusty Watch Guy sub...

You'll be very happy with your sub, but I def. need to see them pic's b/c I wish to compare my older TW to your new TW Classic.

Btw, I am in the process of modding my TW Classic and took some pic's to show. On mine, I removed the bracelet to polish the case correctly, remove tool marks or scratch marks from where-ever they came from, soften the edges, polish the sides. The bezel was not rotating properly, so I was tipped to remove the bezel to clean the crud. I did and decided to polish the bezel while it was off.

Since it was all apart anyways, I decided to order a new insert (swiss) for 17 bucks shipped from a company the guys on here recommended. Just waiting for it to come in and install. Hopefully it'll drop in. It's only a question of if the thickness of the OEM and the rep are the same, as the O/D and I/D appear same as genuine.

I'll keep you posted on my progress, as you may wish to do the same easy mods.

Now, if someone would drill out my case for me....

Hey lefty47

May be your watch is a good watch with Eta but sorry to inform you that the LV does not have a holes on lugs

You better replace the bezel insert for a black one and talking about the ones from O Frei are excellent.

Some early ones did come with holes in the lugs, from what I understand.

Which LV do you have?

The world has taken a turn for the surreal, indeed.

And this is certainly a surreal world.

I think this is why categories are valuable.

Exactly.

Catagorize in terms of "best value" for a given dollar price range. That is absolutely feasible, pragmatic and would save a lot of folks a lot of headache.

For example:

700-1000 dollar price range gets you these models, with these mods and this is what it compares and contrasts to the original

450-700 dollars gets you these...

275-450 dollar budget will get you these...

You may include pic's of gen vs. rep as well as what the person will need to do to achieve the above...

Does this make sense to anyone?

Purspeed's new autobiography...

Thanks for the responses all. The above response made me straight bust up laughing!

Ubiq: That is really useful information. I actually printed out and will consider it a future project. Thanks .

@ Marricvilleboy: Don't approach me like you know me.

You don't know the research that I am doing before I post. And the best way to learn is to ask. If you don't wish to answer or don't have an answer, then don't.

Don't make this board an uncomfortable place for people, especially the noobs.

hmmmmm...Are they?

You should distinguish between TW Best Classic and TW Best Modern. TW Best Classic is of very high quality; basically a MBW with lug-holes and no etched crown (which is correct).

For me, in terms of accuracy:

1) MBW Vintage 1680 Sub

2) TW Best Classic Sub

2) MBW 16610 (modern, no lug holes) Sub

3) TW Best Modern Sub

4) Ultimate Sub

5) Others Subs follow

You see folks, with enough talent, time and attention, we actually can make progress. I agree with your list, Cray.

Can't wait to see your pic's Sonystyle...

When you say best.. you already said it.... Mbw.... with dimensions so exact you can

interchange genuine parts... no other compares...the price also matches all the accuracy

though and you will still have to do some modding on the CG's.

So add all the extra money plus genuine parts..and it remains a replica,...

so... is it worth it ?

Some say yes,.. some no... a great middle ground is the TW best....from EL or River....

So, we have MBW, then TW Best, then....(a pattern is emerging)

Hahaha! Good one...

This is a great board with good members, but I have noobs (and I'm a noob) contacting me out of fear for asking some simple questions.

One of them is which ________ is the best. I agree that all reps have pro's and con's, but let's be real, there is a hierarchy that most would agree to.

For example, most would consider the MBW 1680 the best. Does that mean Trusty's or Josh's are no good? Not at all, but the most accurate rendition is the MBW.

We live in an age of relativism, but let's not go overboard now. We're not looking for the meaning of life or the nature of the universe here. It's a watch, folks, and a mildly retarded copy, at that.

I think that a sticky where folks can vote for the top ____________ would be very helpful.

(flame suit on)

Wanting instant gratification again I see, purspeed ?

You could always....gasp...shock...horror.....use the 'search' function???

No? Too much effort? OK then, check out PT (Precious Time) and his 5517

Why think when I can have you smart folks do the thinking for me. In America, we like to outsource everything, including the thought process.

So...

I don't see too many on the boards. Thanks.

Would like to see what happens...I may just buy this, as well...