crystalcranium Posted October 19, 2006 Report Share Posted October 19, 2006 It looks like Josh and Andrew are working as a conduit for customer feedback from the most discerning collectors back to the manufacturers. The results may be some of the most accurate replicas we've seen yet. They are working on getting a Swiss version of the Instrument B&R perfect. I don't know how much this team contributed to the production of the second generation Omega SMP Chrono Diver but it looks to me to be spot on, at least when I hold up my genuine to the computer screen. The last attempt at this replica was a mess. The dial print was wrong, the crown guards were incorrectly shaped, the crystal was domed and thick resulting in tons of dial distortion and the caseback was engraved "speedmaster". This one looks pretty faultless. About the only thing I can come up with is that the bracelet has a screw instead of a pin at one position close to the lugs. The dial print is exactly right in its font and position around the date window. The pearl is correct. Josh told me this is a 1-1 copy made with a genuine on hand. It shows. Now if I can just get them to make a decorated Swiss Unitas for the FA Jones!!!!! I've been told the economics of that make it un-attainable. Too much to be made from the asian unitas decorated and too much cash up front to bulk order the swiss for modification. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest avitt Posted October 19, 2006 Report Share Posted October 19, 2006 Now if I can just get them to make a decorated Swiss Unitas for the FA Jones!!!!! I've been told the economics of that make it un-attainable. Too much to be made from the asian unitas decorated and too much cash up front to bulk order the swiss for modification. Since you like the Jones, why don't you see if you can get those guys to come up with a decent set of blue steel hands? The ones that come on the rep are a joke. I've had three so far, and they've all been scratched, chipped, or flaked. To me, there's not much point in an improved movement until they can get the hands right. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonton2000 Posted October 19, 2006 Report Share Posted October 19, 2006 http://www.trustytime.com/index.php?main_p...85@CRLFRemember http://img85.imageshack.us/img85/2069/1bandrwj6.jpg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pman Posted October 19, 2006 Report Share Posted October 19, 2006 Please tell me the B&R they're going to make will be the making this beauty!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crystalcranium Posted October 19, 2006 Author Report Share Posted October 19, 2006 http://www.trustytime.com/index.php?main_p...85@CRLFRemember http://img85.imageshack.us/img85/2069/1bandrwj6.jpg Josh said the strap, although the right shape, was of poor quality so it's being sent back for a re-do. This is the cause for the delay in release. They are also manufacturing an allen wrench tool for strap removal and I think he said the screws on the final version will be black. Should be awsome for the B&R enthusiasts. Still looks like a bedside table alarm clock on a belt to me but....so does the genuine!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crystalcranium Posted October 19, 2006 Author Report Share Posted October 19, 2006 Please tell me the B&R they're going to make will be the making this beauty!! Not from what I was sent in the email. just the white and black dial versions. No word on the limited edition. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dario33 Posted October 19, 2006 Report Share Posted October 19, 2006 Those prototype pics look awesome. I better start saving my pennies since this looks like a must-buy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dadog13 Posted October 19, 2006 Report Share Posted October 19, 2006 that thing is huge...i already love it...bring it on guys! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chronus Posted October 19, 2006 Report Share Posted October 19, 2006 Please tell me the B&R they're going to make will be the making this beauty!! That one is beautiful! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dario33 Posted October 19, 2006 Report Share Posted October 19, 2006 That one is beautiful! Agreed. If this particular model doesn't come to fruition, I guess I'll have to settle for it as my screensaver. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JosePR Posted October 19, 2006 Report Share Posted October 19, 2006 im waiting on ^^^that one, i just simply love it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
madonna Posted October 19, 2006 Report Share Posted October 19, 2006 Hope they will make the limited version also, but even the "regular" version is a"must have" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pman Posted October 19, 2006 Report Share Posted October 19, 2006 Crystalcranuim, Please make sure to show them this thread. I think there is a ton of demand for the limited edition. If anybody wants it to be made NOW IS THE TIME TO SPEAK UP!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jake48 Posted October 19, 2006 Report Share Posted October 19, 2006 (edited) Please tell me the B&R they're going to make will be the making this beauty!! I too would prefer the limited version!!! My biggest concern, however, if they decided to offer it would be that they would use the cheezy faux PVD coating that scratches and wears off instead of the real deal - like Davidson uses on his PAM's. Edited October 19, 2006 by jake48 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cracker Posted October 19, 2006 Report Share Posted October 19, 2006 Ill get both but a limited is what I am seeking! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sexypapa Posted October 19, 2006 Report Share Posted October 19, 2006 Yes, I did receive this email from both of them, too. Looks good and can't wait! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mossanti Posted October 20, 2006 Report Share Posted October 20, 2006 i want the orangeee one Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pman Posted October 20, 2006 Report Share Posted October 20, 2006 Keep pouring it on guys. The more to we speak up the better our chances. Actually this is shameless bump. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JosePR Posted October 20, 2006 Report Share Posted October 20, 2006 Orange limited is the one Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doopey Posted October 21, 2006 Report Share Posted October 21, 2006 Orange limited is the one Same here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
longshot Posted October 21, 2006 Report Share Posted October 21, 2006 If they ever rep the orange I'll buy one To me this is a pure 'tool watch' and the orange just looks more right than the black or white! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Highflyingclive Posted October 23, 2006 Report Share Posted October 23, 2006 I was priviliged to see the prototype when I was in China last week. It is utterly fantastic! This watch will redefine the quality that we can expect from reps - no shadow of a doubt. Jos was not happy with the quality of the strap, which surprised me - I thought it excellent - and I am very fussy about straps - but Jos wanted it softer... the man is a perfectionist! And for you guys that want the dial with orange markers... calm down. I saw that dial, too. Excellent - if you like orange markers. I don't care for anything orange... that's just my thing. But my order for the standard version is in! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonton2000 Posted October 23, 2006 Report Share Posted October 23, 2006 And for you guys that want the dial with orange markers... calm down. I saw that dial, too. Excellent - if you like orange markers. I don't care for anything orange... that's just my thing. But my order for the standard version is in! So there is definately a orange dial version soon to be available it seems! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pman Posted October 23, 2006 Report Share Posted October 23, 2006 Highflyingclive, Don't tease me. It would be too painful to get my hopes up and then have them come crashing down to earth. One question, was the case black? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YellowHat Posted October 24, 2006 Report Share Posted October 24, 2006 Amazing! I just bought the 39mmx39mm B&R and now I'll need to buy the 46mm B&R too! Hopefully the Orange/Black will actually come to fruition. My 39mm has stark white (no lume) hands but the 3.6.9,12 and the hour indices are mild yellowish lume - a horrible mismatch - so I sent it to The Zigmeister to get the the hands, numbers and indices all lumed with C1!!! It is going to be sweet! SO the big question will be the quality of the lume on the 46mm. Hopefully the hands will be matched to the face - if not, another international money order made out to The Zigmeister! YH Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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