PeteM

I understood these were some lesser reps that came out a while back on PTs site... The 305 is coming but the N factory isnt going to try the 382... from info I have seen about it... Did you notice the 088 on there too? And more importantly the lack of fanfare etc that you normally get with the N or H stuff ....

I reckon your right mate.... but I have heard in a few instances that a little machining has cured the issue... but in no way am I saying that is the case here... I guess all I mean is.... dont give up on your hopes just yet... a second opinion from someone more use to these issues might be able to help or draw a line under your aspirations.. Congrats again W... on hitting the big 10K mate Its been a real pleasure and inspiration for me having you around mate I wouldnt have learnt half the stuff I have without help from a guy like you Thank you

I was chatting to a good friend on here... who is IMHO a very knowledgeable guy especially when it comes to HBs He suggested a couple of HBs to me of the recent ones.... The HB latest SS or SS with ceramic... Closest to gen OTB.... to make it spot on then a little mod to the crystal height and possibly AR http://puretimewatch.com/product/big-bang-44mm-steel-2011-on-black-gummy-strap-hub4104/ http://puretimewatch.com/product/big-bang-44mm-steel-ceramic-2011-on-black-gummy-strap-hub4104/

Only thing is mate... You need to get out of the car and put that gear on...

Sorry mate I know very well mate that aint why you wrote it.... and I know you are too decent a guy to do anything but willingly share... I was going to edit my post as I really dont want to detract from a great and informative thread... but it really galls me and I wont cause I aint a decent a guy ! @Max.... If you like it mate just factor in geting AR done.... though I am not sure about the cyclops and if any of our guys can do it...

Congrats mate And yes, F is one of the most genuine blokes I have ever had the pleasure to meet

despite all the recent nice OTB PAMs... there are 2 that really stand out to me as great OTB reps The Radiomir 288 and the Tag Link MOP ladies with CZ bezel.... I really struggled to differantiate these from the gen without having them SbS...

You can also try Polo.... But you will be hard pressed to get one started from scratch... Factories usual need at least a minimum order of 100 to make serious changes but may make variations for less...

Dont be daft he only collects the bags.... then puts them on the bay

77 views... not one acknowledment of the time and effort made to write this... Shame

Seriously mate here is a link to pretty decent summation..... save me some time as I need to spend some quality time with Don These models have just been updated with the new AR (Colourless) but please read W0lf's review of this AR http://www.repgeek.com/showthread.php?t=153660

TBH mate..... I googled it... I have never heard the phrase before but wondered where it came from....

Its been great having you around mate Personally ... You have been a great help to me and an inspiration.... Thank you This place would be a lesser place with out you I look forward to the next 10000 posts Maybe you should start thinking about modding the tool box into a watch case !!

Always glad to help my friends

Yeah I guess it would.... !

I like it.... just wish the pics were better/bigger.... Thanks for sharing mate... I went to thier site but its really hard work trying to view their collections...

Try this.... what you need is in there... http://www.repgeek.com/showthread.php?t=152938

Do you know the exact reason why it wont... Diameter.. thickness etc? Have you sought a second opinion.... with all respect to Vac a few other watchsmiths are more geared to adapting/machining cases and movements etc..

I think the point is... you will just have to ask them all... here and on RG.... plus try the Turk

First off mate.... Thanks for taking the time to share this so coherently... (Do you like that word Mike ) I hadnt taken the time to notice the double AR given I would only buy these reps for the case and would remove the AR from the crystal anyway... Its a real shame as you say.... 2 steps forward...1 step back...... The Noob Factory has made such great strides in these latest PAMs and do seem to want to push the rep OTB envelope.... but making such a weakness in their AR is definitely one that could harm them... Given how much emphasis is placed by the dealers on this AR being done by the 'exact same guy' that does the Swiss models and to Swiss standards.... (not that I ever really understood that last statement! ) it seems that implied standard is not being met and buyers will sooner rather than later suffer the more obvious flaws of these OTB reps.... ie those that can be easily seen on the wrist.. Add to that the issue of the gasket, which you have explained before, It is potentially every rep collectors worse nightmare.... Most guys buying these to wear do not have the inclination to carry out mods let alone the where with all to carry them out... So just like the recent issues coming to fruition now with the DLs that Zig raised not long after their release these issues will without doubt come back to haunt the owners in much more obvious and possibly embarassing ways... Maybe a good argument to start guys thinking about removing their reliance in OTB reps and getting more in to the modding and rep project side of things ... I am glad I have a stock of Matts gaskets though Cheers mate PS... "A little ater bittereth much sweet" Sorry couldnt resist

There are quite a few more in the TD section mate.... Try Fengtony, Polo etc

Hard to know without knowing which usual dealers you are referring to... There is a member sale of one on RG though

I am actualy enjoying the discussion over 'UNofficial resource'.... I mean.... Come on guys!!

Looks sweet mate.... PBdad does some awesome work.... I always loved his vintage lume but that looks great Congrats

You jest? Nico is going to cry over that news!!