Eton Posted April 13, 2010 Report Share Posted April 13, 2010 Well, here she is... After joining the forum at the beginning of 2009, I didn't really expect to be so taken with Reps...But at this point it's become an addiction, which has come from copious amounts of support and inspirational creations by our members. Most people purchase the UPO because it's an amazing piece out of the box and you would think it would be easy enough to leave it alone...But after seeing Ubi's franken's, which are drop dead gorgeous It's hard to resist, especially as it's one of the more affordable franken's to complete. I was definitely inspired by Ubi and Lani to complete my own franken (with the help of The Zigmeister)! I absolutely LOVE this watch...and what's best about rep collecting is that you can try the watches out and see if it's "for you" prior to possibly purchasing the Gen down the road! I would buy the Gen PO, it's stunning and wears quite well! Cheers guys Here's the specs... Gen Dial Gen Hands Gen Crystal Gen Crown & Tube Gen Rubber Strap & Buckle Here's the pics...I hope you enjoy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patinga Posted April 13, 2010 Report Share Posted April 13, 2010 Very nice. Doing the same thing as we speak with a little help from Vac! Wear it well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
By-Tor Posted April 13, 2010 Report Share Posted April 13, 2010 That's just beautiful! 42mm PO is unbeatable. Enjoy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonio_fr Posted April 13, 2010 Report Share Posted April 13, 2010 That's just beautiful! 42mm PO is unbeatable. Enjoy! Isn't it a 45.5 ??? Nice watch btw Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rytox Posted April 13, 2010 Report Share Posted April 13, 2010 Isn't it a 45.5 ??? Nice watch btw Guess it is, as only the UPO (which is 45.5) accepts gen parts, if I remember correctly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wimpie007 Posted April 13, 2010 Report Share Posted April 13, 2010 Looks great Eton! Looks like a 45,5 mm to me mates. Very nice piece! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MasterOfPuppets Posted April 13, 2010 Report Share Posted April 13, 2010 Great job Eton I also joined this forum in early 2009 And without a doubt, the PO is gona be my first project, the 42mm model that is Wear it well buddy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eton Posted April 13, 2010 Author Report Share Posted April 13, 2010 Thanks for the nice comments guys, really appreciate it! It's the 45, same one Bond wore in Casino Royale! But both the 42 & 45 take Gen parts! Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danza1812 Posted April 13, 2010 Report Share Posted April 13, 2010 Nice, I have same one myself also with gen bezel insert. Awaiting the gen rubbe rstrap dropping through my letterbox any day now! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gran Posted April 13, 2010 Report Share Posted April 13, 2010 purdy!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eton Posted April 13, 2010 Author Report Share Posted April 13, 2010 Nice, I have same one myself also with gen bezel insert. Awaiting the gen rubbe rstrap dropping through my letterbox any day now! Thanks Matt, I find the strap very comfortable! purdy!!! Thanks Gran Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TK471 Posted April 14, 2010 Report Share Posted April 14, 2010 Stunning! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
triplehd Posted April 14, 2010 Report Share Posted April 14, 2010 Guess it is, as only the UPO (which is 45.5) accepts gen parts, if I remember correctly. The 42 PO (v4) takes gen parts as well - dial, hands, crystal and even the bezel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DemonSlayer Posted April 14, 2010 Report Share Posted April 14, 2010 The 42 PO (v4) takes gen parts as well - dial, hands, crystal and even the bezel. Which makes it possible for the 4th gen 42mm PO to be that little bit closer to the gen as compared to the 45mm UPO. As much as I like my UPO, I really hope the new 42mm PO in the works is going to be in the same leauge as the 'super-reps'. I think it would fit better on my wrist over the UPO. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TK471 Posted April 14, 2010 Report Share Posted April 14, 2010 Which makes it possible for the 4th gen 42mm PO to be that little bit closer to the gen as compared to the 45mm UPO. As much as I like my UPO, I really hope the new 42mm PO in the works is going to be in the same leauge as the 'super-reps'. I think it would fit better on my wrist over the UPO. I totally agree with you. I've owned the gen 45mm PO, and I always wished it was just A BIT smaller. It's what lead me to get rid of it. Strange, since now all I wear are PAMs, but something about the shape of the PO made me want it at 42mm. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eton Posted April 14, 2010 Author Report Share Posted April 14, 2010 Thanks for the comments! The 45 can also take the bezel but it requires modifcations...matt2302 has it on his UPO. It is a bit larger, but that's where having both models comes into play It's more comfortable than some other watches (ie. Avenger Seawolf) as it's not as thick nor as heavy. Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DemonSlayer Posted April 14, 2010 Report Share Posted April 14, 2010 I totally agree with you. I've owned the gen 45mm PO, and I always wished it was just A BIT smaller. It's what lead me to get rid of it. Strange, since now all I wear are PAMs, but something about the shape of the PO made me want it at 42mm. Yes it's quite strange, I have a Skyland which is a beast of a watch, but IT looks more balanced and fits better on my wrist than the UPO. The 45 can also take the bezel but it requires modifcations...matt2302 has it on his UPO. I believe he has a gen insert only, not the complete bezel assembly as Ubiquitous has on his v4 42mm PO. But then its really the insert that makes the biggest difference, the UPO bezel feels and looks gen-like. In any case, thats a fine watch you have I too hope to franken my UPO one day when finances are better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
txcollector Posted April 14, 2010 Report Share Posted April 14, 2010 very nice. Almost impossible to distinguish from the gen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eton Posted April 14, 2010 Author Report Share Posted April 14, 2010 very nice. Almost impossible to distinguish from the gen. Thanks! It's pretty darn close! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deniz21 Posted April 24, 2010 Report Share Posted April 24, 2010 great watch wear it with proud Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eton Posted April 26, 2010 Author Report Share Posted April 26, 2010 Thanks D!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plaifender Posted April 26, 2010 Report Share Posted April 26, 2010 that looks gen to me! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eton Posted April 30, 2010 Author Report Share Posted April 30, 2010 Thanks P! It's scary how close it is! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bravoecho Posted May 1, 2010 Report Share Posted May 1, 2010 Eton, You are the responsible one for the big hole in my pocket thanks for all information... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woody99 Posted May 1, 2010 Report Share Posted May 1, 2010 The watch looks great. I am curious if you started out with the most expensive rep (typically about $300) or the entry level (typically $100) before you added the gen parts. With all the exterior mods it seems all that is left of the rep is the case and movement, oh and the bezel I guess. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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