lipsticktrader

Hi Everyone, I am new to the rep watch world and have been researching on forums and sites but would like your recommendations as there seem to be several good choices for sellers. Looking for a ladies' watch, my first rep, Cartier Ballon Bleu, 36 mm (see photos). Top choice is 2-tone SS/yellow gold. Genuine comes in automatic but I could do quartz as well (if it matches gen). The concern I have is with the 2-tone yellow gold part - sellers claim it's 14K or 18 K gold plating. Will that "rub off" or damage, even though the genuine is plated as well? If that's a concern, I can consider all SS. Willing to pay for best quality and closest to authentic but price differences across sellers (as well as so many good ones) make it hard to choose. If anyone has experience with the gold plating issue or a fave seller for this watch, I'd like to hear your thoughts. Thanks All!

Hi All, new to the rep watch world. Have explored a few websites (Toro, Puretime, Silix) and am liking the selection. I'm interested in a Cartier Ballon Bleu 36 mm to start and have begun reading up on it here. Hope I can ask for some advice and recommendations!