yepme Posted November 6, 2006 Report Share Posted November 6, 2006 First, thanks for the forum ... I stumbled accross this and it may have saved me from buying from bestswiss based on the reading I've done last night and this morning. I just read and digested Edge's guides and have read some posts on the Yacht Master, and I have decided on either a Swiss (ETA) or MBW (Maria’s Best Watch)/WM (Watchmaster) for purchase. My real problem is I'm not sure what to "look for" in deciding on the quality of the Rep. I don't expect 100% Gen quality, but would like my rep to be water resistant to a reasonable depth, built from quality materials, have a font, design, and apperance that is a "close match" to a Gen. I don't mind dropping a few hundred bucks on a quality Rep, but it is a chunck of change for me to spend, and I want to make the right decision. Until I found ya'alls board, I was really confised reading reviews from ReplicaInsider, Replicacenter,Replicabillboard and others. I can't believe I almost fell for the bestswiss gig, and would have been paying of a credit card bill for over a year on a poor quality rep. I tried to goto Trustytime and cannot get the link to open. For those that own one, any advice you can provide me in what to look for in a quality Yacht Master rep and your experience with the vendor you selected would be greatly appreciated. I'm leaning toward the stainless model (more than leaning, pretty much decided), as my GF bought me a gold Rep that is fading badly. As a new member who is searching the boards for answers, I appreciate this forum and have put on my flame suit for my newbie post. Cheers! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
omega1 Posted November 6, 2006 Report Share Posted November 6, 2006 Welcome to the boards. I bought my yachty from Andrew (trustytime.com). I could not be happier with his level of customer service. I have only dealt with Andrew for all of my reps, so I can’t really comment about the other dealers. However, any of the dealers on this board offer spectacular service and quality replicas. I just tried Andrew’s site, and it seems to be up and running fine. Perhaps you tried to get into it when maintenance was being performed. I bought the Rolesium model with the nickel plated ETA 2836-2 (ROLYM003). I am very happy with the purchase. Unfortunately, you will not find a replica that is going to be guaranteed water resistant to a certain depth. The only way to ensure that would be to have a watchmaker seal and test the watch. As far as quality is concerned, the dealers here are very honest (with the exception of one or two, but I won’t name names). If they say it is solid stainless steel, then it is. If they say it has an ETA, then it does. The best bet is to pick your dealer, then send them an e-mail with any questions you may have before purchasing the watch. Good luck with your first purchase! Jim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yepme Posted November 6, 2006 Author Report Share Posted November 6, 2006 Thanks for the warm welcome and informative response, Jim, I appreciate your input. I got Andrew's site to open fine now. As a diver, I have a Luminox SS dive watch for the serious depths, thanks for letting me know Reps are not certified to depth, my main concern is I have a cabin crusier and the watch may get wet (to 20-30 feet) free diving to free the anchor from underwater obstructions. I'm leaning towards a model similar to the ROLYM006 from Andrew or another vendor. I have about 15 browser tabs open now reading the site. Thank you for your feedback that was sepcific to my questions, and when (and if, after researching this possible purchase) I get one, I'll share my experience with the board members. Glad you got a watch and service you are happy with, and I'm REALLY glad I didn't go with bestswiss! Anyone willing to share specific feedback on your Yacht Master purchase (be it the ROLYM006 from Andrew, or any others) and tips on what I look for, I would welcome your feedback. Thanks again! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
juyaku Posted November 6, 2006 Report Share Posted November 6, 2006 Thanks for the warm welcome and informative response, Jim, I appreciate your input. I got Andrew's site to open fine now. As a diver, I have a Luminox SS dive watch for the serious depths, thanks for letting me know Reps are not certified to depth, my main concern is I have a cabin crusier and the watch may get wet (to 20-30 feet) free diving to free the anchor from underwater obstructions. I'm leaning towards a model similar to the ROLYM006 from Andrew or another vendor. I have about 15 browser tabs open now reading the site. Thank you for your feedback that was sepcific to my questions, and when (and if, after researching this possible purchase) I get one, I'll share my experience with the board members. Glad you got a watch and service you are happy with, and I'm REALLY glad I didn't go with bestswiss! Anyone willing to share specific feedback on your Yacht Master purchase (be it the ROLYM006 from Andrew, or any others) and tips on what I look for, I would welcome your feedback. Thanks again! If you're looking for a waterproof rep for those 20-30 foot free dives, you can probably send your rep off to one of the watchsmiths that we have on the board to give the new piece a once over, lube, seal and test to make sure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buckeye Posted November 6, 2006 Report Share Posted November 6, 2006 yepme: I bought my rolesium yachtmaster from Sash5...excellent transaction....It's his "perfect model" and I like it alot...dealing with him was easy and shipping was fast (had the watch in Ohio within 10 days)....I believe I paid $200 (with ETA), however, it was a grand opening sale so if you go with him expect a bit more....nice choice BTW...on the Yachtmasters the biggest issues are the "redness" of the Yachtmaster on the dial and a full complement of second tic marks in the six o'clock position.... So welcome and enjoy the watch! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starbug Posted November 6, 2006 Report Share Posted November 6, 2006 I got mine from Eddie Lee, and it's a very good replica. A few others purchased it too. I don't know if he still has it in stock, but for just under $200 for a very accurate replica, it's well worth it.. Go for an ETA based movement also! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yepme Posted November 6, 2006 Author Report Share Posted November 6, 2006 Thanks for the tip on the second markers, buckeye, I was unaware that was something to watch for ... I've found it impossible to find the proper red color/font on any rep yachtmasters yet ... juyaku, sending a rep to a watchsmith never crossed my mind, thanks! I've been in contact with EL about a Rep similar to the one you purchased, Starbug and he does have them. I did find a THREAD on the specific YM I am looking for from Andrew, and am on the fence as to weather the value added of having it full serviced and certified to 5 bars is worth the extra cash. I'm amazed at the great responses I've recieved both in this thread and in my PM's, I'm doffing my flame suit, nothing but help has come my way thus far, thanks again. At least I figured out how to get my avatar online so far Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pannylovernr1 Posted November 7, 2006 Report Share Posted November 7, 2006 your avatar rocks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrisbailey86 Posted November 7, 2006 Report Share Posted November 7, 2006 Hi my friend. I am also on the hunt for a good yachtmaster. Have been looking for a long time, so let me know if you quest comes to an end! And welcome! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buckeye Posted November 8, 2006 Report Share Posted November 8, 2006 you might want to start following this thread: http://www.rwg.cc/members/index.php?showtopic=10768 Ubi really knows his stuff and if he pulls this off, you know the dial will be great. $120 is not to bad for servicing a movement and waterproofing...you have to decide how you are going to be using the watch....now, if it we're me (I don't let my watches get wet!)...I'd buy the $208 "special" then see if the dial thing pans out...if it does, I'd buy the dial and then send the whole thing off to The Zigmeister to redial and service.... BTW...can someone figure out the math for me....the serviced perfect Yachtmaster is $348 or the same watch (non-serviced) is $208 with $120 for service and waterproof... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yepme Posted November 8, 2006 Author Report Share Posted November 8, 2006 (edited) chrisbailey86, will do ... I've got quick responses on my inquiries from both EL and Andrew ... it is a rough call b/w the two ... check out this THREAD buckeye, Ubi does seem to know his stuff, I'm impressed! I'd like to get into that buy, but that thread gets heated toward the end and I'm too new to try to jump on the bandwagon ... that is making me lean towards EL, and he seems like a stand-up guy from my PM's (Ubi likes EL's model) I had a busy day today, but will proly ask a few more questions ov the sellers (got to read that how to buy a rep thread I ran across last nite and misplaced) Question ... what the HECK is a CG?? Thanks for the great welcome and assistance Edited November 8, 2006 by yepme Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fitmic Posted November 8, 2006 Report Share Posted November 8, 2006 Question ... what the HECK is a CG?? CG=Crown Guard Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yepme Posted November 11, 2006 Author Report Share Posted November 11, 2006 CG=Crown Guard Thanks, fitmic! And thanks to all for the welcome, feedback, and PM's. I didn't have a paypal account, but my uncle does and he just placed my first Rep order for a YM from EL for me, the wait begins! My next purchase will be a ladies model of some kind for my niece's graduation gift in May. This is a great board, I enjoy the international flavor! I've been to 35 countries, and there are a lot of folks from around the world here. Thanks again for the assistance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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