PeteM

Copper

Right now I would settle for any one that starts !!

jacobstraps in Spain. http://www.jacobstraps.com/ Or Koon on the gen watch forums.... http://www.k-straps.com/ Both make lovely straps .... Jacob uses metal plates under tabs like the gen.. Or of course expensive go for ABP http://www.abp-paris.com/watchbands_creations_watchstraps.php?rid=7&cid=1 But boy are they quality !!

Welcome mate... look on the bright side at least doing this hobby will cut down on the waffles....

I still worry that it will end up being Uni bronze etc... They are saying CuSn8... well the maker doesnt understand phospor bronze alloys and leaded bronze etc and is relying on the case maker ... who apparently when asked by maker "nodded agreeably" !! I can just visualise that scenario... what we missed from the answer given by the maker was the guy that "nodded agreeably" then turned to his mate who asked "What did they want?" and he replied "Dont know... I just nodded" Problem is they are replicating from a 389 for case shape so the patina means nothing to them like it would to us.... just like how they palm off the steel quality in reps especially PAMs...

Halo mate Welcome on the board...

He sold em all in first hour or so.... plus he has a back list.... but by time next batch arrives you could have bought one off M2M

I dont agree with anyone ...in fact I dont even agree with what I am writing in this post... The only thing I think I can agree is that I dont agree with what I am not agreeing to here.... and if i did then I could only agree to disagree with anything that I may agree with....

I dont think the better versions are made anymore mate...so I would try a WTB ... You will need to ask for a V2 or some guys call it an Ultimate version but it is a V2.... OTB they are very good but they do need some work mainly lume IMHO But you wont get one from a dealer...

I cant say I have seen a gen DW for a 7753 based movement plenty of 7740s... I would start with the Chrono-shop.net or Dr Chrono on Ebay...they get dials and parts so might have some DWs.... but you would need to ask them direct... or just search chrono24 for parts Of course they aint a straight swap into the rep movement unfortunately...

Welcome mate... Nice watch box there... I take it the space is for the one on your wrist or maybe the ploprof Look forward to seeing how that collection changes over the time you are here

One Million Dollars .... !!

Yes to single AR inside and yes to CC but only if scratch is very fine IMHO I would need to see the crystal itself to judge properly best option but if that dont work I might use a low cut compound initialy if it is as fine as it seems to be...I would likely try that first as I dont have diamond paste to hand..but chances are it wont work so I would probaly get the diamond paste scratch removal kit.... but I would start with the finest of the pastes as I dont think this scratch would need the whole method... ie larger grit paste then medium grit then fine or superfine paste... So basically a 0.5micron or preferably 0.25 micron paste.. You can do this by hand or using a tool... pretty quick and easy once you have the paste Here are some reference links to get an idea of what I mean http://forums.timezone.com/index.php?t=msg&goto=1932539#msg_1932539 http://www.pmwf.com/Phorum/read.php?24,32412,32412

I have seen them starting at around $30 for an H makers no AR....upto around $60 ish all in for the better Noob and H maker ones with AR..... A WTB would be best IMHO or you can try contacting Angus etc and getting a quote for one from him direct... Noob dont like selling parts and if they do they are expensive but H maker will ... But a WTB on all the forums might be more successful... or indeed why not ask Marlin mate.... he might have some laying around as spares

I always try to please..... Now get the brunch ready and I will be round....

Just deep breaths my friend...I know...believe me...I know how frustrating this can be.... it is hard but try to keep a balance in your mind.. I am sure matters can be resolved... :) Might I suggest that if the buyer is adamant about a refund and the seller hasnt the money to refund.. That maybe you could between the 2 of you resell the watch...with disclosure and agree a revised asking price etc Then buyer can resell it and seller can cover the difference in actual sale costs.... you can both agree if an offer is made...or if price needs to be reduced further etc etc That way you avoid returning costs etc and trying to get money that seller doesnt currently have... It aint perfect resolution but it might be best way to resolve the issue given seller and buyers position ... and after all we are still talking about a good quality watch so it would still get a decent price.. And while doing that it might be possible to source a good sapphire from a WTB etc that can be also sold with the watch ... if you get what I mean...the seller can perhaps chase that while buyer reposts a sales thread...

Freddy is giving good advice mate.... Hopefully these will be more to your taste this time... so GL mate

Welcome to the forum Daniel.... not a great first post mate.... I would suggest you read this before going any further.... http://www.rwgforum.net/topic/85981-hey-noobor-not-so-noobread-this-now/ TBH you have made the mistake of posting a question that is frowned upon here especially by a noob..... basically this is a "Who has the best sub?" thread and if you read the link you will see how that is viewed by members here....

Unfortunately regulation can be knocked off kilter by shipping.... it does happen....I have had gen watches and swiss movements do it... but It shouldnt take much to do that mate...indeed you could do it yourself if so minded...however you cannot say that the seller mislead you in respect of the regulation mate.... Indeed I am sure Mark didnt mislead you in any respect.... and the issue of the fine scratch could easily be missed..... I believe Mark is a genuine guy and I am sure between the 2 of you that a comprimise can be reached I know it is frustrating but please dont get yourself worked up and make things worse for yourself in your mind..it is easy done..I have done it myself so I know the pitfalls ..

+1 If that is your pic mate...the scratch is clearly there.... and is the same shape as the pic with the red highlight..... The problem is as we all know that a scratch varies in light in angle especially on sapphire so some pics might not reflect it whereas other angles and lighting can... I can understand how you could have missed it... However given it cant be seen too easily it must be light scratch so it can be buffed out without reducing the crystal surface too much..... the AR is single sided so you wont damage the AR.... you need to purchase a diamond paste kit for sapphire scratch removal. Thats if the buyer accepts that or some other arrangement like replace crystal and/or partial refund or return...TBH I would be happy with a partial refund as it can happen and just shows use etc etc.... the issue of course comes if the guy wants to sell it on... so reaching a figure is the difficlut part...

servitude

I have heard of them on another forum but I am not sure about them I guess its like a hpi check with a car And relies on info being on there and being accurate I would start with customer service and research the buyer and follow those leads

The thing that strikes me is the inner edges of those mid links one left one right don't appear to be gold

California (Uber alles)

Apparently the rep one being currently made is the maritime quality bronze ie CuSn8. So we will see a rep that has correct material and more importantly will patina as gen From my understanding they are using a gen 389 case for shaping it and as you say its about 2 months away from release They are also using that gen case for a new 305 too