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A couple of new UN acquistions


robertk

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I'm a huge admirer of UN's and was reluctant to pick up some new reps since I already have a ton, but I couldn't resist. But when these showed up..... :whistling:

Picked up a UN Blue Surf and Maxi Diver. Both are very close to the gen and the bracelets are outstanding. The big difference is size. The blue surf is 43mm (approx) and the Maxi diver is 45MM. Both are heavy watches but the Max diver is heavier. That is the difference between the gen and rep. The gen is titanium and rep is stainless steel. That's about the only difference i see.

I'll let the pictures do the talking:

The two side by side: notice the difference in size. The bracelets are different sizes as well:

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Maxi Diver:

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Blue Surf:

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These UN's represent the new quality of reps we're seeing. It's actually pretty scary when you compare them with the Gen's. They appear identical (except for the movement....which nobody see's since we don't wear our watches movement up!)

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I wasn't too sure about some of the UNs because they seem to be a little "fashion forward" and lacking the traditional classic-ness to keep things interesting in the long term. BUT, I have to say, when I saw the 45mm MMD gen with the silver dial in the AD window, it really stood out as something special. There's a sheen to it and dimension that give the watch real interest. The black one posted here is quite something as well.

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Thanks guys. I'm not sure of the lug width Samurai. will have to measure. I understand there are more variations coming up. I'm now going to order the strap for the maxi diver. Nice option and actually the watch may look better on it.

As for these being "designer" watches.......they are. Normally that's not my thing, as you know. I'm a vintage guy. These just stood out and since I'm a serious collector decided to add them to the collection.

I hear from Josh that there are some serious new models coming.

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Nice little review, thanks. I just received my UN maxie 45 from Josh. It Is Indeed a very nice rep. I have the rubber on order,($65.00) I to think It might look a little better, although I do like the bracelet. It Is also keeping excellent time with a very good PR. :) Mike

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Robertk, thanks for pictures.

Ominous bloody colour in the first photo :D

Have you zoomed out wrist photo, with hand and watch on it?

It what to know as they look on a hand, big or normal.

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  • 4 weeks later...

Love the blue surf, but as others have stated, the newer UN's are a little too much for me...I actually prefer the old style MMD. I've been debating purchasing a blue surf, but I really want the dimpled rhodium dialed MMD, which surprisingly has yet to be released. I know lots of others are lusting after this watch after looking at all the photos RobbieG posted of his gen.

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