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Hello all, this is my first post on the site! I have done some thorough searching before I came to the conclusion that I need to start a new topic. I don't really know how to use this forum yet but I am here to stay and learn, so please work with me! First off, I do have a few reps but they are all low-grade and worthless. Recently I came to the conclusion its best to pay good money for good quality. And thats what I need your help for. Searching through the forum, I found a lot of people talking about someone named 'Andrew' and a company named 'Trusty Time'. At first I was going to buy from 'James' who has a website that he promotes ww w . iparadisiac . co. I came to the conclusion he promoted crap quality watches compared to what reps are out there. So, I have been searching for Andrew, but found nothing but a bunch of people talking about purchasing products from him. I think he is connected to Trusty Time? And, I have been searching trusty time, I found ttw888 . com, trustytimewatches . com and yourtrustytime . info So, which one of these websites is the REAL trusty time? Or is trusty time just a user on this forum that has the best quality reps? Or is Andrew a seller from Trusty Time that sells to us on the forum. Basically, I don't want to buy from the wrong websites / person. So please if someone can help me make sure that I am buying from the right person and points me in the right direction, I would appreciate it so much. Also, if anyone knows a website or person that sells the best quality Ulysse Nardin watches, please tell me!!!! Thank you, all of you! Pay Homage. If any ADMIN sees this, please understand my reasoning for posing website links, for me it is just to clearly understand and let other have the most information needed to understand my situation. Thank you

Took only 6 days after I approved the qc pics from tt to get here. Dial was crooked but easily fixed. Not terrible for a cheapy. What I can see and what I've learned here is that the rehaut engraving isn't supposed to be there on a 16710. The bracelet says 72200 and I believe if that's what style its supposed to be the clasp is also wrong and I don't think that bracelet ever came on a 16710. Anything else I'm missing? Its my first cheapy in about 10+ years. Definitely going to have to start a build now that I've got the watch bug again.

Hey all, Having trouble locating a specific rep clasp. Anyone have anymore info on this/know where I could source one? See link: http://www.rwgforum....real-after-all/ According to Alligoat, these came on 2006 era DRSD's Any help would be greatly appreciated

This has been 8 months in the making, not long by some standards on this forum I know, but the longest for me. I've had some great help along the way, special mentions to Mel, mark_midlands, Elias and 951MAX. The original inspiration came from the movement that I picked up late last year. I know it's not gen but it's a beautiful thing and I couldn't see it mounted in anything else. The case is River's 6154 with a lot of reshaping. Because the stem was 0.9 and I couldn't find a replacement I decided to replace River's crown and tube with one from Athaya (his new bronze 8mm would look amazing here but he doesn't have it in 0.9mm) I drilled out the hole for the tube and wanted to raise the tube away from the case and solder it up like the old Rlx's , after many failed attempts mark stepped in and did an amazing job at soldering for me. Never one to let it be and despite Marks amazing job, I had already ordered the 'correct' solder and decided to add to what Mark had done and sand it back. The dial is one of V's amazing Rol's that I have lightly aged, it is so stunning that I can't bring myself to go nuts with it. The movement is still a little vague, as far as I can make out it's Swiss made and branded Nacar, and all I can find reference to is Turkish railroad pocket watches. I gave it a clean and filled the engraved text with red acrylic, it's the most accurate movement I've owned. Hands are Adrians, I had a spare set of cali hands that I'd stripped off the blue and had been heat treating but I decided to 'borrow' a double pencil minute hand from another set and treat it the same, it's a combination of heat, then egg in a bag, then lumed with the good old stuff AKA cornholio, topped off with a faux CP The strap I made along with Elias's nickel vintage knife edge brass buckle. I wanted it to have some vintage Rol feel the way it is stitched and it is soft as butter. On to the pics, I just re-finished my 6152/1 with an LP dial and new hands so that's crept in to some of the shots too I had some issues with the movement slowing, i think screwing the crown down may have worn away some solder that got on to the thread, I filed down the stem a fraction at a time and it seems to have worked. The crown is not pressing the stem against the movement now and when it's screwed down everything ticks along nicely. Oh and I decided while it was off that I would 'bronze' the crown too.....just becuzzzz here are somenew pics.

HI Everyone, I'm new here. I would like to ask forum members how to get in contact with Tony of asian7750.com because I'm interested in a watch listed on the website. I've tried many times to reach him by email with no success. Please if anyone knows how to get in contact with him, I would greatly appreciate it. By the way, what do you think about this watch as far as quality, etc? It's the SS Oyster Fluted White Sticks Asian 2813 21J Model: RX2508 Thanks, Andy

This is the 4th version of TC 93250 bracelet. It's predecessor was TC 93250 V3. TC 93250 V4 is made by a different bracelet maker. The V3 bracelet maker refuses to make improvements on the V3 clasp coronet or place engravings in the SEL trench. To me, the V3 bracelet served as a good quality stainless steel bracelet. However, the coronet on the V3 clasp is the Achilles' heel because it is not as protruding as V2 clasp, which representing gen oyster clasps from 2002 to 2007, or is not as slim and crisp as gen oyster clasps from 2008 to 2010. Earlier this year I promised Janeto72 to persuade the V3 bracelet maker to make Janeto/TC 93253 bracelet for the two tone Submariner 16613. With the V3 maker reluctant to make further improvements, I had to seek alternative options/makers because making two tone bracelet requires even more accurate tooling and machining. Another reason being the V3 maker was reluctant to make any more counterfeit watch bracelets. I will try to debrief the atmosphere in China some time later. Let's just stick to the topic for now. Sifu L hooked me up with a reputable bracelet maker in Thailand. He vouched for me that I'm not some undercover agent from FHS (Federation de l'industrie horologere Suisse). Then the project 93250 V4 went on. TC 93250 V4 bracelet maker gave me a tour of his factory before I placed the order. I was quite satisfied with what I saw - a clean, organized manufacturing facility with seemingly civilized, Westernized administration, which translates to easier communication. Before my review, I want you to know the batch I received has some variance issues. Here's SSTEEL's review: My Interim Review of Ordering/Purchasing TC's Type II LV Sub. Here's the problem reported from HeuerTag and pbwatch on RG: Pictures: TC 93250 V4 bracelet. After reading the reported problems, I spent the whole weekend unpacking every piece of TC 93250 V4 I received and inspect each one of them. I did find variances and some I would categorize as defective units even by rep standard. To make sure TC 93250 V4 has the best fit with TC Sub case, I have to hand pick and match the bracelet to the case. Therefore I will no longer pass TC 93250 V4 to members as a stand alone part. SSTEEL reported TC 93250 V4 safety clasp edge being a little sharp. It is true. I checked my gen safety clasp and I confirm it is a gen feature. See how gen edge is polished to the point it begins to turn just mirror finish. Same with TC 93250 V4 safety clasp. If you are already accustomed to the modern super cased Submariner 116610 all rounded edges, just a tad sharp at the safety clasp is how classic Submariner 16610 really feels like. If you don't like it, the edge can be dull out by a nail file. Take away the variance issues, TC 93250 V4 bracelet is probably by far the best stainless steel Submariner bracelet I ever found. The V4 SEL has the same good fit to TC Sub watch case as V3 did. TC LV Sub to the left, Gen 16610 Sub to the right. The bracelet edges are gen finish. TC 93250 V4 clasp coronet against gen. Gen to the left, TC 93250 V4 at the center left, TC 93250 V3 center right, TC 93250 V2 to the right. While my pursuit is after the perfect sub, we have to remember that we are also paying 1/15th of the price compare to a gen. With this said, I will have to strive a balance and pick and choose which I will have to sacrifice with my limited resource. This is my logic of evaluation. Since my goal is the aesthetics of looking and feeling like a gen, the improved coronet is a big step forward in the right direction. The SEL trench etching is an added bonus but when push comes to the shelf, the etching I can do without since no one will see. Over all, the improved coronet on the V4 clasp along with the etched 93250 are the winning points for me. In the end of the day, TC 93250 V4 represents the original 93250 finish better than any of its predecessors. TC 8/14/13

Hey guys, Is anyone in touch with Uwe or knows if he's still active and accepts jobs?! For those who don't know Uwe.. He's a German watchmaker (modder if you will) from Dortmund and worked on this http://www.rwgforum.net/topic/157009-dlc-ap-diver-v3/ for example! I tried to contact him but nothing yet?! If anyone knew about his whereabouts or could advice me on how to contact him, I'd be very thankful.

Hey there, I'm looking to purchase a brand new Rolex Milgauss, one of the black with green tint ones. I am looking for a very high quality rep that feels and weighs the same as the original. I need this watch to last a long time and resemble the original as closely as possible. The highest I'd like to pay is $180 and I can only pay with PayPal. If any of you know where I could pick one up, that would be great. Thanks, Henry

Hey all, I'm trying to source a set of Rolex service 1665 hands with no luck. Biggest hurdle so far is getting the service part number for the hands: Apparently naming the model ISN'T ENOUGH I've been googling like crazy for the past couple of days with no results, does anyone have access to a Rolex service part number...guide?

while browsing the TT website, i came across these two rolex DSSD reps: ROLSD017 - http://www.ttw888.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=1_8&products_id=6579 ROLSD029 - http://www.ttw888.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=1_8&products_id=10333 017 was released in 2010, but costs more than the newer version 029. 029 claims to have improved the bezel by making it pitch black instead of the greyish bezels of the early reps. one interesting thing i noticed while looking through the QC pics was the shape of the triangle around the pearl: ROLSD017 - 2010 ROLSD029 which one is the better rep in your opinion? any others you would recommend? edit: AR doesn't seem to be very good on ROLSD029

What do you guys think? Gen? Phong/Minh? Cartel? - ok maybe not the last one http://www.ebay.com/itm/Rolex-1665-casebody-used-/300924332213?pt=AU_Watches&hash=item46107ce8b5

thebestsub.nl is a site I ran into while looking for purchasing a Submariner 116610. I am a noob but I have been doing some research. The watches here seem to have the correct rehaut engraving, the hour markers seem good with correct size and borders, the cyclops seem to project the date at 2.5 times. The descriptions of the watch on the site are very thorough and have close up pictures as well as a video. The watch runs on a ETA 2836-2 movement with pictures to show that it isnt a clone, which I'm okay with. The bracelet has that hairline finish with no polished links like bad reps have. The guys who run this website also disclose that these watches are from their supplier in Guangzhou, perhaps one of the TDs on this forum? Apologize for any noob remarks but hoping you guys can help out with this. Thank-you

Hello Gents, Check out this eBay listing. Is it me or it this a replica and bad one at that! The pearl is hideous! http://www.ebay.com/itm/ROLEX-SUBMARINER-50TH-ANNIVERSARY-16610LV-MINT-COMPLETE-WITH-BOXES-AND-PAPERS/360676850844?_trksid=p2045573.m2042&_trkparms=aid%3D111000%26algo%3DREC.CURRENT%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D27%26meid%3D8496584489995847805%26pid%3D100033%26prg%3D1011%26rk%3D4%26sd%3D321146471515%26

Hey fellas, Can anyone possibly identify the maker and/or quality of this sub? Basically(as we OCD watch geeks luv to do) critic the heck out it! It does have a smooth sweeping hand that appears to be high beat Swiss movement. The case back hasn't been removed to verify it.This is the first LV release Pre-rehaut engraving. I know the crown and lume dot are not up to specs.The DWO looks like TC's and appears to be very good quality. Any other observations would be appreciated. Now have at it boys!

My small watch collection. It all started with the 1978 Rolex which was passed from my grandfather to my dad and down to me a few months ago. From left to right: Rep Hublot Big Bang 301 (44mm), Gen 1978 Rolex Oyster Air King, Invicta Automatic (no idea of model name), TW Steel Canteen TW-11 (50mm), TW Steel CEO 4004 (48mm). Obviously the TW Steel watches are gen as they only retail for $500 & $900 respectively & the Invicta was about $100 (bargain!). The Rolex as per the receipt was $270 (bought on the 18th May 1978) so by today's inflation makes it about $1000, I did however have it valued recently at $3000 if I had is serviced and some restoration done to remove some scratches and a slightly damaged second hand. Thanks!

Hi Guys, I noticed that there have not been any post regarding the RG Daytona, maybe its somewhat unpopular? Despite that, It seems like an interesting piece, but I am unfamiliar with the accuracy of this RG version. The @6 has its regular flaws, but just want to know if anyone has a RG version out there they'd like to share about. I'm referring to this FYI: http://www.ttw888.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=1_6&products_id=9767 Let us know what you have. Itd be nice sharing Thanks

Just snagged a Phong midcase/caseback, yuki hev, and clarks bezel assembly/crystal from fellow member Think7. All I can say is: WOW. Flawless transaction and the fastest shipping I've ever experienced (coast to coast in 2 days!). I'd like to drop a 1570 in here, but for the moment I will settle with an eta. Does anyone besides yuki sell the eta movement adaptor? I also have an old-school MBW bezel/thin numbers insert - would this be more accurate than the clarks assembly?

Few pictures of my new purchase. I got it from a member here and it is my first Daytona ever It was a cloudy day in Scotland today: People post photos of their dogs so i decided i will show my cats : Thanks!

Hi guys, I want to share with You few photographs i took today while enjoying Scottish seaside. Overcast cloudy sky, but it didn`t rain at least. There were watches, ships, bikes and nice lunch in small Italian cafe Enjoy: Thanks!

It's been really lacking some Tudor action here for the last few weeks so I thought I'd share mine if you share yours too Currently in the box Sub to start Heritage Black Flake Blue Flake (snow for Nanuq) Now it's your turn

Few photos for You enjoyment! Typical Scottish weather today, sunshine and storm at once Thanks

I've been wearing this golden beast daily for a few weeks. Great watch, very comfortable and practical. I have yet to see any pics or comments regarding this watch, so I thought I'd post a pic.

Month old rolex prohunter GMt from Andrew at trusty time glass keeps popping out...lucky to have found it each time but is getting very frustrating. Any tips on best way to secure and keep it in place? Any hop/ideas will be greatly appreciated.

Hello Gents, Here are a few quick pics of my 42mm Ceramic Cobalt Blue Rolex Submariner. I own a gen Sub and when I ask people which one is gen they always pics the 42mm! Of course they're just your average person. We all know Rolex never made a 42mm sub or did they ???LOL Well enjoy the pics!

Hi troops, Bored this evening i thought i might take few photographs of my favorite Rolex. Enjoy! Thanks!