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So, apparently the best version is the BR01-92 SS black face as I mentioned above (apparently it's 1:1)

I tried the gen on today but I still prefer the BR01-94.

The GMT is NOT a decent rep so avoid for now. FYI there is no gen SS model available.

FYI the thickness of the BR01-94 gen 1s 12.5mm. The rep is 15mm. So it's not actually twice as thick, merely 2.5mm thicker, which is achieved (I believe) by a slightly thicker case back, so the actual watch case is the same thickness. I tried the gen on today and it is far thicker than the BR01-92 (which is about about 12mm)...

In comparison both the AP ROO and Daytona reps have thicker case backs than the gens (about the same 2mm difference, due to the 7750 movement) - it's almost unnoticeable, and to be honest the only people that'll spot it is us lot or a AD and I don't usually try to pass a rep off as a gen anyway. I just like collecting watches...

So, if you want 1:1 then the BR01-92

However if you can live with a 2.5mm difference in the case thickness (which you'd have to have the rep and gen side by side to notice in reality) I'd go for the 94 chronograph, personally I think it's a nicer piece. It's heavier and with the secs running at 3 is almost 1:1...

I am using Mary at the moment for my purchases and so far she has come up trumps every time. Will post some pics when the 094 arrives!

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I haven't been on this site for ages and don't know who Mary is and how to contact her. Can you help?

The dealers should have pictures showing the screws if they have that model.

It might be worth emailing Mary (WatchInternational) as she can look for it for you

Thanks for the reply. You wouldn't know off hand who has the most exact rep for the BR-01 would you?

Thanks for all the info

Am looking at the BR01-92. 1:1 version. Seems the best way to go.

However I also really like the BR01-93GMT

This is the gen...

Andrew has a version here http://www.trustywatchguy.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=104_147&products_id=5862

but the DW is white?

Anyone know if there is a better rep of this and or the quality of this rep?

Thanks

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Thanks for the info. I broke mine because I didn't know about the release button. Do you know if Andrew's has the real screws on the back?

Be careful on the subdials on the quartz models, some of them are incorrectly marked!

I just tried to change the battery on my quart model and it's almost impossible to change it. I ended up breaking the watch. Does anyone know who has the best and most accurate model of the BR-01 (non quartz) I hear there is one that has the screws in the back like the original.

I think that the datewheel maybe changed to those old Asian 7750 low beat. It looks very similar... but so far I have seen only with white background.

I just got the one in blue and it's gorgeous. I don't know about the date wheel but Corum is not a popular brand so you won't see too many gens around to compare it with. The blue is the perfect color to wear with jeans. It's real casual but beautiful as well. The strap and buckle are great as well.

I have a Pan Fiddy that I got awhile ago from King, I believe. I cracked the crystal and need a new one installed. Can anyone lead me to the right place? Any idea of pricing? Also I might get it coated at the same time.

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I have a fiddy that I think is the Russian movement but has the swan neck. I cracked the crystal and need to either have it repaired or get a crystal and replace it myself. The Zigmeister is out of service til 08. Any suggestions?

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That would work but I just took a big cardboard box and cut out two large squares on the sides and taped some heavy white plastic from a trash bag and light it from the sides. Works real well and cost less than a dollar.