gioarmani Posted October 13, 2009 Report Share Posted October 13, 2009 Next to my SMP chrono review in the Omega section, here's the other half of my latest shipment from Chris @ Eurotimez, up for review. This is a slightly different and slightly better new-style 41mm blue cerachrom Submariner, from the noobfactory. Overall, the craftsmanship, if you will, is sharper and crisper than the one I originally got from Hont. The lugs are a bit sharper, the lume is 100 times better, with crisper dial print... anyway, have a look: One of the nicest things that stood out to me on first impression was the bezel insert--the numbers are engraved a bit deeper and really takes to the paint-mod better than my last one. The pearl and it's triangle are better looking and the insert itself clearly sits below the lip of the bezel, exactly like the gen: The dial print on my previous one from Hont left a little to be desired (no offense to Hont)--the dial print was not raised at all and was printed so thin that the blue showed though the print under a loupe on the edges of the letter. here, the print is raised, nice & shiny, and quite clear: Typical of all blue-sub models, they lack the four gen-like engravings on the underside of the lugs, but other than that the case is nice and sharp, with a beautiful case-back that has sharp teeth, and sits flush & smoothly against the case: Nice CG's; same shape as the gen: The band has a nice gen-like feel to it, as nice as the DSSD, for all intents and purposes. Well constructed, perfectly symmetrical clasp & buckle: The extension isn't the proper glide-lock that was on Hont's, but I guess that's a sacrifice for a better band: Fortunately, I have another band that I can swap it out with.. Nice, clean movement, only gains 2 seconds per day so far! And I'm guessing this is the signature of the quality-control checker... Here's one of the nicest features about this noob-factory version...the lume. It glows like a proper re-lume with luminova. And it doesn't fade out nearly as fast as 99% of other reps. The pearl is different in color, and the lume is a bit green, but it's worth it for the glow. This particular lume--in pitch darkness (not shot out of laziness, being two in the morning)--was still visible over four hours later. All in all, I feel it was definitely worth the upgrade. Thanks for looking! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AllergyDoc Posted October 13, 2009 Report Share Posted October 13, 2009 It's a beautiful watch, one that's very tempting. Thanks for the photos and write up! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stephane Posted October 13, 2009 Report Share Posted October 13, 2009 Thanks for taking the time Gio. I'm not a fan of blue subs but it is good to read and see anyway Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member X Posted October 13, 2009 Report Share Posted October 13, 2009 I'm really liking these at the moment, thanks for the write up Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dluddy Posted October 13, 2009 Report Share Posted October 13, 2009 I've not warmed to the Blue color but nevertheless, a nice replication. Thanks for taking the time to share Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
its_urabus Posted October 13, 2009 Report Share Posted October 13, 2009 great write up! I am with most of the other posters, the blue is just not my thing. I think the gen looks like a rep, something about the shade of blue they chose. anyway, awesome review. wear her well... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fotoman Posted October 13, 2009 Report Share Posted October 13, 2009 great review Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gioarmani Posted October 13, 2009 Author Report Share Posted October 13, 2009 Thanks all. To be honest, a robins-egg blue isn't a traditional color for a watch, but for some reason the color unbelievable thick & rich in person. It reminds me of those classic cars with layers and layers of deep-looking lacquer paint. It really grown on you, once you see how it's actually quite universal with clothing too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jfreeman420 Posted October 13, 2009 Report Share Posted October 13, 2009 Thanks for taking the time Gio. It seems like I need this watch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gioarmani Posted October 13, 2009 Author Report Share Posted October 13, 2009 You're welcome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elprimerozen Posted October 13, 2009 Report Share Posted October 13, 2009 I love it...and i hate it...at the same time!! Nice to see pics!!! Great!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eurotimezhelina Posted October 24, 2009 Report Share Posted October 24, 2009 Nice review Gio, I love your pictures. This one will be raffled to the forum...!!! Chris will reply here a bit later, he just got back from Bangkok. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmb Posted October 24, 2009 Report Share Posted October 24, 2009 Although it looks to be very good quality the color just doesn't "grab me". I love blue but I'm more for deep dark blues... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freddy333 Posted October 24, 2009 Report Share Posted October 24, 2009 I love it...and i hate it...at the same time!! Nice to see pics!!! Great!! Ditto. Excellent review, Geo. Really well done. As for the Smurf itself, I remain torn. Since the gen 1st appeared at Basel, I was 1 of the few who were attracted by its shade of blue (good match with a pair of faded jeans & a t), but all that bling. :shock: Still, I had intended to pick this model up as soon as someone released a version that matched the overall quality of the GMTIIC, which this 1 certainly does. But my experience with the GMTIIC, with its similarly blingy surfaces (& more understated black insert/dial), has dulled me to the idea of buying another blingy watch that will spend most of its time in a case. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lanikai Posted October 25, 2009 Report Share Posted October 25, 2009 Great review and pics gio.. After your first review and now this one.. it is definitely on my list .. Thank you AC Lani Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gioarmani Posted October 25, 2009 Author Report Share Posted October 25, 2009 Cool. Thanks all! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmb Posted October 25, 2009 Report Share Posted October 25, 2009 Gio, you mentioned that the CG were same shape as gen does just this particular model have fatter flat-topped CGs or have they transitioned away from the "pointy" slimmer CGs? I really like the looks of a more substantial CG (like this) but I had just about gotten used to the skinny ones! To me these look like a brand new gear tooth whereas the skinny ones look like a worn out gear tooth! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trailboss Posted October 25, 2009 Report Share Posted October 25, 2009 Great work Gio. Finaly! Decent CGs on a Rolex rep. Not before time either. See? Wasn't all that hard was it factory guys. Still don't like the smurf blue tho. No where near as nice as the old rich blue IMO. Pastels just don't sit right on a watch. Col. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
highoeyazmuhudee Posted October 25, 2009 Report Share Posted October 25, 2009 thats actually REALLY nice. and looks pretty accurate... it could ONLY get more accurate from here Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FIZ Posted October 27, 2009 Report Share Posted October 27, 2009 Lovely watch, I also thought long and hard about buying one of these, but I just couldn't come at the blueness of the blue. According to a local Rolex dealer the Gens are not selling either. Good review and great photos. The dissapointing thing about the new rep Rolexes with the engraved rehaut, (I have two of them)is that not only the word Rolex not commencing on the nine hour marker as it should, but I think more obvious is that the Rolex emblem at the 12 hour mark is always off centre usually to the right as you look at it on your wrist. Anyone with decent eyesight can see this straight away and just about everyone on the planet would know that Rolex would never get that wrong. So a quick and deadly give away!! :-( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RolexShock Posted March 3, 2010 Report Share Posted March 3, 2010 I've seen the genuine watch personally and the blue is TOTALLY wrong. this is a light blue, the genuine is a stronger blue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WatchnRoll Posted March 3, 2010 Report Share Posted March 3, 2010 I've seen the genuine watch personally and the blue is TOTALLY wrong. this is a light blue, the genuine is a stronger blue Yep and why is the pearl blue when the rest of the hour markers green with lume? Not a good copy IMHO. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hiker01 Posted March 3, 2010 Report Share Posted March 3, 2010 The new version with the 316F SS is much better: and the Lume, too: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sneed12 Posted March 3, 2010 Report Share Posted March 3, 2010 I have that model too. I was on the edge of flipping it for a while, but it really does grow on you. Mine is out to Vac for a re-lume right now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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