dwisner

Hey guys,

I have a question, and hopefully some of you will lend your vast mountains of knowledge to me. I just got my first rep Rolex Day Date in today. I am in love; however, I can't get DSN's new Pam 111H off of my mind. I have a question of concern. On Josh's website, from whom I ordered my Rolie, it stated it is 38mm. Does this measure just the face or the watch itself? The reason I ask is because I am trying to decide if the Pam 111H would look to big on me being a 44mm. Ultimately I guess I really don't care, as I said I can't stop thinking about it. I don't think that it would be, but I just wanted to here from you mountains of knowledge.

So for the 111H a closed back would be better than the clear one?

Your watch has a power reserve which is essentially determined by the length of the mainspring. Winding the watch winds the mainspring which then provides tension that slowly releases. Without getting too technical, this is more or less what powers your watch. Most ETAs have a power reserve of around 40 hours +/-; anytime the power reserve runs out, the watch will stop. You'll then need to restart the watch again and reset the time and date. If you have an automatic and wear this watch on a daily basis, the power reserve will likely stay pretty static; the auto rotor will wind the watch as it moves from the motion of your arm.

Setting the time and date is performed via the crown; the first position after unscrewing the crown from the tube is winding, the second position is setting the date (and day if you have a day-date) and the thrid position sets the time.

It's here!!!!! How do I set the day/Date?

Are there rep dealers located here in the U.S? This would be handy!

Woohoo!!! Watch was released from customs today. Should be here soon!!!

hard on for these watches now. They are so classic, elegant, vintage, and stylish. This watch from Pure Time has really caught my attention. I have a few questions. What does it mean referring to Swiss/Asian swan neck and canon pin fix? I assume super lumed dial hands is adding that glow that lights it up like the north star. Here is the one I'm interested in: http://www.puretimewatch.com/index.php?pro...cture_id=253380

What say you?

Got it... Thanks for the great info!

Oh... Lost yet again. I guess I have a great deal of learning to do!

someone says seconds running @6 or 9? I have tried to search the lingo but I don't understand. Thanks in advance!

I know that these questions are borderline retarded, but when you say unscrew the crown, does it literally unscrew or does it pull out in a series of clicks? The first click pulled out is winding, the second day date adjustment, and the third pull out would set the time? Thank you for all of your help. I'm already eyeing a second investment!!!

Also, I was looking on the website from which I ordered my watch. They had links that said Zcustom and they were worth X amount of money. Are those watches caught by customs and that is what they owe to get it?

Your watch has a power reserve which is essentially determined by the length of the mainspring. Winding the watch winds the mainspring which then provides tension that slowly releases. Without getting too technical, this is more or less what powers your watch. Most ETAs have a power reserve of around 40 hours +/-; anytime the power reserve runs out, the watch will stop. You'll then need to restart the watch again and reset the time and date. If you have an automatic and wear this watch on a daily basis, the power reserve will likely stay pretty static; the auto rotor will wind the watch as it moves from the motion of your arm.

Setting the time and date is performed via the crown; the first position after unscrewing the crown from the tube is winding, the second position is setting the date (and day if you have a day-date) and the thrid position sets the time.

I know that these questions are borderline retarded, but when you say unscrew the crown, does it literally unscrew or does it pull out in a series of clicks? The first click pulled out is winding, the second day date adjustment, and the third pull out would set the time? Thank you for all of your help. I'm already eyeing a second investment!!!

Edited. Hopefully those links are fixed.

So virtually my watch being shipped through a carrier on a car will feel enough movement to essentially keep it moving, or does it need more of a swirling motion?Also to wind, do your turn the crown clockwise or counter, and does winding set the date and time or do you do that by countering the turn of the crown from that of the wind?

We need a glossary of sorts, methinks.

Crown = the winding crown (little [censored]) at 3:00 that allows you to set the date nd time and manually wind the watch if you feel so inclined Manual winding an auto watch, by the way is not recommended.

ETA = the type of movement your replica is likely to have. ETA is a movement manufacturer owned by the Swatch Group, and ETA produces several movements that are not only found in reps, but several gens as well. Be aware, however that there are Asian clones of the ETA movement.

The more and more you hang around and read, absorb, interact etc. the more likely you'll pick up the majority of these terms.

I lurked for a while and noticed that the site I used seemed to be fairly popular around here. What say you? Also, do you have to wind the watch the first time you get it or should it be good to go?

Good stuff. And yes... This is an addictive hobby, so be prepared to part with some $$$!

It seems that I have quite a bit of lingo to learn as well as maintenance concerns. I have know idea what most of these items are that people speak of such as crowns, ETA, and so on. I hope I don't get hazed for this as I am very green to the subject.

I just wrote an article about Day-Date replicas. Read it [http://www.rwg.cc/members/index.php?showtopic=82047]here.

Happy hunting!

Thanks for all of your help. I decided to go with this pick: http://www.joshwatch.com/rldds01031-presid...836-p-3834.html

The Day Date is more of the classsical, conservative look I wanted to achieve without breaking the bank. For some reason, like I said I have been itching to get a prestigous watch. So now I have finally delved into the world of Reps. I assume this one will not be the last. Thanks Guys

All of the Collectors listed in the Watch Collectors sections are generally considered safe & reliable. For buyers' experiences with a specific collector, read the Reviews section, which is there to answer your question.

If you have a specific question about a watch or collector, just ask. But please browse & read through the various relevant forums before posting 'Who is the best' or 'Which is the best' types of questions.

Haha. Sorry guys, I realized that this was a major pet peeve of the elders on the board. Thanks for steering me in the right direction.

Who are your preferred dealers? I want to order one ASAP. I don't even really wear watches, but this is all I can think about purchasing lately. It must be the status thing.

Hey guys,

I am very new to all of this. I am just curious as to where is the best place to buy a Rolex Replica that is safe, dependable, and affordable. I don't want to spend over $250. I am looking at some Day Date Oyster Perpetuals. White gold with the white face and either sticks on the face or Roman numerals. I have done some looking around, but I don't know which websites are safe. Thanks in adavance for any input!