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Well actually, why not ask for better lume, perfect alignment, serviced movements, pics of the exact watch in advance and no PP fees and lower prices as well? Isn't that how it works outside the world of reps?

Just to clarify: While the thread *may* have been initiated innocently enough, there are certainly several mean-spirited statements contained herein. The RWI site happens to be down ATM due to a server upgrade unconnected to the so-called raffle controversy (which ended with a member getting a Gen PAM). While the OP *may* be noble, some comments that followed are akin to kicking a man in the teeth when he's down. That's the mean spirit, which, coincidentally seem to come from members of both RWG and RWI. If those comments were taken to RWI's house to deal with, that's one thing, but the lack of candor is disappointing. I look forward to following the issue back at RWI with my fellow members, where we can directly speak to the matter. This thread's comments reminds me of TMZ...a bunch of guys sitting around speculating on someone elses' celebrity ad nauseum. I'd rather deal with this in a C-SPAN or PBS fashion. "Hints, Allegations And Things Left Unsaid" - Collective Soul

+1, Doctor. Well stated.

LOS did a great job while at RWI, and for several years he was an important part of the team. He's gone for now and many RWI-ers were of course disappointed he decided to leave, but who stays anywhere forever these days? D4M and all the admins and mods work hard for the community and have to pay expenses. No one ripped anyone off....the raffles' winners got their item, and a small profit helps pay expenses for the Board. I'm proud to say that RWI would not speculate on rumors if another rep community had technical issues with a server migration like RWI is having. It's mean-spirited and not appropriate conduct. If you want updates from RWI on its status, there is a Twitter feed at http://twitter.com/replica_watch The staff at RWI has real jobs and volunteer their time to the board, and that included LOS and everyone else. I'd do the same if I could, but frankly I cannot spare the time. If I could, I'd do it for RWI without hesitation. There is no conspiracy, and no stacks of money squirreled away and not one single staff member at RWI has said that there is. Everyone is entitled to their opinions, but it is most disappointing that those that seem to express theirs the loudest have no facts or evidence, because there is no "there" there. I spent several hours tonight talking with the RWI leadership team and I plan to contribute more to RWI than ever, once it is back up later this week. Thanks for letting me post here as a guest.