IMHO unless you have a super franken that you can completely utilize just as a gen i.e. never worry about that "rep" feeling because you can wear it in the shower, rain, diving, washing dishes etc.. Then I think you guys hit the nail on the head, if it's a typical rep, but I know there are awesome amazing builds on here that come pretty darn close to the real thing which is why we're all here, the passion and appreciation for great horology