Victoria

Yes. In the interests of full disclosure, I have to admit something which TWP doesn't know. A few of you who have asked me for modding opinions, do -- I often tell people very clearly that TWP is overburdened, and that a few people have questioned his work. I have often suggested Vaccum as a viable alternative or just to go to DSN. I consider him a great guy. And I have seen amazing work from him. But also, I'm not blind nor deluded when I see something wrong. Perhaps those who have received that advice from me, can attest to it now. It is my humble hope that he not attempt this kind of post again, because from what I can see, people are ready to circle the wagons. Given the photos, justifiably so, but still.

I realise what you're saying, but according to the email time, he sent me the email first, and then posted the post (not after the bad reactions). Tell me how to react, V. 'Cause this is why I am not raising the roof in ire -- after having seen my watch altered really badly. Until he replies, I have no recourse but to believe him. Sorry.

I really really hope TWP comes and tells you guys what happened. Let me just say, without revealing an email confidence, that it was apparently somewhat of a joke. I know what you're thinking -- "yeah, that mod job was really a joke, Vic". But I mean, a joke joke. Didn't go down very well, did it... If TWP is reading this, I humbly suggest no more such jokes in future, at least not about your work. That's your bread and butter, capiche? Make jokes about Korean ladies who can't say clock instead!

H&P, your narrowed down choices (or rather, your good lady wife's) make suggesting a watch, a titch difficult. Have a peak at this reply I gave Zaino Detail. It has a lot of links of previous "I need a watch suggestion for a my wife" posts -- I've contributed my thoughts in most. http://www.rwg.cc/members/index.php?s=&amp...st&p=366898 Lastly, the most obvious choice given the criteria is a Cartier Tank Classique. See if she likes these: MOVEMENT: Jap Quartz CASE DIAMETER: 37mm X 28mm THICKNESS: 8mm (Wears smaller) Here I am wearing it: http://www.trustytime88.com/index.php?main...3f29899eb26442e And the RG version, which I\'m thinking of getting: ...oops, I've tried for the past 6 minutes, to get on Josh's site to copy the info. It doesn't load. Here is the link: http://www.pc-80108.com/cart10032-tank-lou...rtz-p-3150.html 2nd page, with red croc band. Very nice watch. EDIT: Got it. I know you said UK-based, but I'm sure Narikaa or PreciousTime can get the exact ones. Good luck!

WEDNESDAY Did someone say understated but classy? Andrew's Cartier Panth

To those who have been following my comments on the similar thread, over at RWI: When I checked my email late in the day, it seems that TWP had sent me an explanatory note about these photos. Without revealing info that I may get wrong (since the thread threatens to be tetchy), he suggests the dial is different from the one pictured here. I'm sure TWP will reply of his own accord, in due course. As a person who is getting these mods for free, out of the goodness of his own generosity, I am in a difficult position. But I thank TWP for whatever extra work he did, and to all who replied, who answered forthrightly on my behalf. Thank you, guys!

You can tell this thread about guns is mostly showing North American physiques (with the exception of By-Tor). In the UK, it seems the standard of cool will always be this: And never this: I love this thread!

This thread is sooo unfair to women. Speaking of guns, I think I'll start a "Rack" thread instead.

Just for you, Mr. Humbug. Some pics of how the Morph may look like. Parting shots for the night. MORPH Open Mode MORPH Open Operating MORPH Phone Mode And the dread MORPH Wrist Mode This might not be around until 2020, and even then, it might cost like a kajillion dollars to own, but DAYUM. Sweet.

Mmm, sweet dark popcorn. Miss it. And thank you for the compliment! I really love that Savage strap. He allowed me to name it -- I called it Albion for its chalky characteristics. I first saw it on RWI, when a member called Jiro had one run up for his wife for her 113. The tailhook design was specially done for me, from a similar high-end design Sav had. Here is my next strap for the DSN 113. Simona's own strap for her 049. Croc, I think. Now, about that date of ours, Cronsell. Your copy of Das Boot or mine?

I'll thank you not to talk about my boyfriend in this fashion, Anton! Hey, T liked it. And we all know his comedic sense is infallible. I'm not sure what is going to happen in the immediate future. I think it might be avarice, and not government crackdown, which might bring down the rep trade -- albeit temporarily. Already I can imagine certain high-end collectors, I don't need to mention names, who are obviously savvier than most, that are thinking of the day when they'll get out of this racket. How many bribes would such a person, be willing to dole out? Can you imagine the amount of protection, both security and of the official kind, they must not have? Who is going to raise a family in such a way -- for REPLICA WATCHES? What I'm saying here, is that we might be living through a rep watch bubble. A Golden Age of Reps. Sure there will be others who will step in to take over, but the kind of watches we see, the kind of watches WE HERE EXPECT... Well, who knows how long that will last. The Canal St. Hoolops and Loleks will always be around. But I'm not sure about the Super Reps, how ever misnamed they are. I'm sure by now most people here know there is a very rich guy who has a hobby. And that hobby finances our rep addiction. When he moves on...? *shrug* @Hike: Speaking of avatars, LOL! at yours.

Coincidentally, my new avatar shows the reaction of one of her clients after she said: "I can fix your c.ock, but I'll have to charge you by the inch."

This is cool. Although as a watch-lover, with all that means to us, this innovative new mobile design which uses Nanotechnology...is anathema to me.

Face it. We're all living on borrowed time with this hobby. It all depends on variables. Variable 1: That collectors will not be imprisoned from one day to the next. Variable 2: That collectors don't sell up and the next person who takes over their domain isn't greedier, or less honest. Variable 3: That governments do not get REALLY serious about cracking down on counterfeiting. Variable 4: That factories keep producing quality goods, and don't go the OPEC route, holding everyone ransom for their precious commodities. Variable 5: That RWG and other forums are not shut down (see Variable 3). Because now that I know what this forum means to me, and to others, I would stop collecting reps INSTANTLY, if I didn't have you guys here.

Ditto. When I got my new Dell HD two weeks ago, I reinstalled that pesky uTorrent. I was always a leech, and I think my previous stats were a horrific, .100. Now, I'm at 2.140, which is a 2:1 ratio. It's great to receive, but it makes you feel so great to give.

Touch

Says the guy who posts photos of his face rubbing his chin, with his Daytona? Actually, Pugwash and I do have something in common, other than our dislike of conspiracy theories. We don't allow others to hang us with our own ropes. Or is that reps? "No, but admitting to a crime on the internet counts. Would you sell a watch here using your real name? I'm not paranoid, but I'm not reckless, either." Quite.

"That way I can see your small [censored] -- I can exprain it to you. I have hundreds of [censored] here."

I'm constantly astounded by Freddy's Daytona knowledge, aren't you? Freddy, you're going to have to tell the story one day -- of just when and where you got interested in the fabled Daytona. I suspect it's a most interesting story.

Oh dear. LOL. I think Jeremy Clarkson would bludgeon him into a pulp. Don't know the Zonda, but the site this comes from, I know well. If you like luxury, like I do, go hither. http://www.goldarths.com/home/

Why would little boys play with train sets and Lincoln Logs, when they can play HALO?

$125, if acceptable.

Gianton, this is great! But please explain to a newbie like me, the difference between a RWC1938a, and a PAM 249. I realise you got the Cali hands, it's not that. But how can that site legitimately sell the other watch for US$950 shipped by EMS courier?

Beauty! I have an HBB YCM too, but mine doesn't come with the little flag on the side. I THINK! I'll go check later.

Famous last words, Rodwc. Those pics are enchanting, especially the Wristcheck. Now you need yourself some straps!