andyking18

Just wondering.

I am sure we have all seen photos of the gen that shows a stark contrast between the dial and the waves. I have yet to see any pictures of a rep that duplicate this. I have heard people say that there is a contrast on the rep dial but I can't find any photos showing it.

Anyone have a good pic of the rep showing the contrast?

The difference has nothing to do with the angle you view it at, and the waves are raised on the rep as they are on the gen.

The difference is that on the gen the waves are matte while the rest of the face is polished making the contrast of the waves to the rest of the face very strong. On the rep the waves are only raised but not brushed so the contrast is not as strong.

Certainly a noticeable difference but the rep is still a great value.

really nice! whats your fav?

go for it.

screw what they all think.

and if you really hate it you can listen to them next time

Seems like on the RG UNBS they worte "limited to 1846 pieces", problem is that the RG is limited to 500 pieces...

Just saying....

I would LOVE to see a proper Breitling Flying B. This watch is different enough that I think it would draw serious interest if repped properly.

AGREED !!!

So, you're not in love with this gem offered from PC?

LMAO....

If Josh took any pride in his business he would remove those UN's right away !!!

Like I mentioned before, I am not going to hold my breath waiting for a good Ulysse Nardin rep, do to the chrono positions and complications of UN's, etc...

But who can look at these watches (or almost any UN watch for that matter) and not be in complete awe.

Beware: You will drool if you look at these pics!

Is there anybody here who holds enough clout with rep manufacturers to get them to rep a Ulysse Nardin ?

What are your Christmas/New Year wishes?

Hey By-Tor,

I like the Zentih idea, I love the Ebel idea, and personally I am sick of Rolex's.

I think too much time has been spent on Rollies. We already have great and near perfect reps of more than one kind of Rolex. I think it's time to start focusing on other watch brands.

I would like to see some Breitling for Bentley's done properly. With Proper coloring, allignment, AR, etc...

I would like to see an HBB with ceramic bezel for the same price as any other good rep.

I would like to see a nice Breguet rep done properly.

And I would also like to see a good Ulysse Nardin rep, but that is unlikely do to the chrono positions and complications of UN's.

Let's see how many of these wishes come true

That means the package got to customs, and left customs and has continued on it's way to you...

Thanx!

But... Why has it never shown up while tracking any of my other packages?

I ordered a Santos 100 Chrono from Joshua about a week ago.

This morning I decided to track the package.

The EMS website had the usual breakdown of the shipping process that they normally have... Until the last two steps.

The last two steps were - "Handed over to Customs" and "Released from Customs".

Does anybody know what that means?

I do not recall ever seeing custioms mentioned when tracking a package.

Does this mean that i am going to have to pay some sort of fee when the watchis delivered? Or does it mean that they are OK with the package?

Any help is appreciated

fwiw, if i could do it all over again, i'd get the 112h as my first pam.

deltatahoe

Thank You! Your reply is really helpful!

Just one question though...

Why is it that you would get the 112H as your first??

Good luck I am a replica noob as well. This site is amazing I am afraid I have become addicted. Don't know why, I own 4 genuine Rolex including a brand new Kermit, Platinum gents Yachtie, Blue Rolesor Sub and the brand spanking new Ceramic steel GMT. I also have a geniune Planet Ocen Auto. I have also always wanted a Panerai but felt that a genuine Rolex was a more justifible purchase. I had The Ken Trading RXW MM20 for some time which was a beautiful piece. In any event I have my nice gen collection and it's time to be more responsible with my money, especially in this economy!!! The days of $6000- $8000.00 dollar wtches are done. After many hours of reading this site and sore tired eyes I decided to take the plunge, it seems that people are all very happy with TTK, TWP, Andy and Josh. I decided to try out that new Asian7750 regatta Pam253 flyback. From all I read it is an excllent copy. There is a guy who posted pics of his in the Panerai area "and so it arrives by Reklamkillen. It has the glass back showing off a very accurate decorated movement. I already ordered a genuine black croc strap for it as it comes on a rubber strap. I also ordered the "Ultimate" Artos. One thing i did dicover is you have to be very specific in your ordering and ask questions. Tell them what you want and they will make recommendations. I ordered from Andy. But as I said any of those guys are supposed to be good peeps and I think a couple of them may be the same guy or work together. I will post pics when mine arrive(hopefully before x-mas) I also ordered a Panerai 44mm caseback opener so I can grease the gaskets. Don't expect you watch to be water resistant and don't pay for the optional waterproofing some offer it's BS.

Good Luck!!!!

I have already dealt with Josh quite a few times, and I have always been happy with his service.

It's just that as far as I know, his watches need some modding before they are perfect, although they are very good.

I would like perfect

Personally I would go with a DSN 112. The reason being is that this dial is very good compared to his 111H. You get the display caseback, good lume, correct cannon pin, and solid crown and crown guard.

However, Angus ultimate 111 and 112 are also very good. Both Angus and DSN come highly recommended, as I have bought from both I can attest that they will make good on all their promises.

Tankx for the help!

However... From what I've been hearing TWP is phenominal, but he is sought after for the quality of his watches more than how close to gens they are. (Is that incorrect?)

So although I would like a quality watch, I would rather a one that is closer to the gen and a slightly lower quality.

Get a 001 or 002. These are the same as the 111 & 112 only with a solid caseback and 'painted' dial. The crownguard is the correct shape for these earlier models and the solid back means that the unaltered Swiss 6497 is not seen but is correct functionally anyhow. No contest, these are the best buy.

Thank You,

But I especially like the transparent caseback.

Considdering that what would you say?

To all you Panerai aficionados...

I have been collectimg replicas for some time now, and I never understood the appeal of Panerai's. Although I've always been told that "they will grow on you" and "they are aquired taste", etc... I never bought into it. Recently, however, they have been growing on me, and I think I am ready to make the move.

So...

1 - My objective is to get the most authentic looking PAM, for the best possible price. (Very unoriginal, I know).

What I mean to say is, that I would like the watch to look authentic in every way possible, but I am not so specific as to the perfection of the movement.

For example, if when looking through the case-back, a cheaper Chinese movement will look as authentic as a higher end Swiss movement, I would rather the Chinese. Even though it might not keep time as accurately in the long term....

Another example is - I do not want a stainless steel strap, and I know the leather straps are never really authentic looking. I therefore will opt for a rubber strap, since they are authentic looking (aren't they?)and I will not have to spend on an upgrade to an expensive leather strap.

2 - I do not really care which model PAM it is, I care more about the perfection of it. I suppose I would go for whichever model is the most accurate rep. I am thinking about the 111H since it seems to be a great rep, but I am not sure, and your suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

3 - If and when I get Panerai addiction, (which I very likeky will), as so may PAM collectors seem to have gotten, where can I seek help

My project was killed by the maker. only 8 prototypes exist though

How close to the gen did you get with the 8 prototypes, and how can i get one?

Hi TTK,

I'm new to this forum and I just read your post about how you are out of the game.

It's a shame. It would have been nice to have someone like you around to help me with my new hobby.

So.. Am I the first one to get the "Kwitzas Haderech" thing? Or are there alot of "us" out there?

Wishing you much "kvitzas haderech", and "hatzlacha" wherever you go from here.