1234 Posted August 29, 2012 Report Share Posted August 29, 2012 Good day fellow Geeks! This forum and community consists of people who love, lust, obsess and baby their watches. For many of our friends and family it is a condition, a sickness but for us ‘’watch aficionados’’ it is rather a hobby that we love so much…Many of us including myself have owned/own genuine watches. I accidentally stumbled on this amazing forum more than 3 years ago while searching the web and never looked back… Like I said it in another post (see link below), this hobby requires so much p-a-t-i-e-n-c-e J . You have to take the time and learn, research, read…etc. Doing so will help you avoid a very pricey experience and above all avoid deception, anger and regret. Want to see amazing pictures of some of BK watches? http://www.rwg.cc/topic/147225-bk-the-unofficial-authorized-rolex-dealer/ A genuine watch will always be a genuine watch; I must have ordered and handled over I guess 50 reps so far mainly HBB, Panerai, Omega, Rolex, Chanel and a few others. I was never really a fan of Rolex to begin with however with time I have developed a certain fascination & respect to this brand which seems to be overpriced for what it is really but since I am a marketing executive I am fascinated how Rolex was able mind you huge marketing funds to build this premium brand image among the general consumers. The Rolex brand remained a classic even an iconic watch that remains current from one generation to another. I have noticed that the Rolex is extremely strong mainly a status symbol in North America especially in the US. On my previous Disney vacations to Florida (Disney Dream Cruise, Polynesian & Grand Floridian Resorts), Rolex=Success. I saw them everywhere even women….In Europe you will see a lot more HBB, Lange, Glashutte, IWC, JLC …etc. To be honest besides the HBB V1 I was let down by all of them with my unrealistic expectation from a replica watch…Call me crazy but I always managed to find barely noticeable irregularities which drove me nuts!!! and I have learned time after time to trust, appreciate and become even a friend with BK’s Garage (Bert). As you can see from my previous post, I have owned many of Bert’s offerings and I have to say that every single watch I got without exception was beyond my expectations. Good components are 1/2 the formula. Putting together the components is the other 1/2, which entails extreme patience and extreme attention to details. This is precisely where Bert shines, offering you a bullet proof watch that rivals with the real one. What you get is an amazing value since you get superb customer service, genuine Swiss clean reliable movement, Swiss standards fit and finish and as a bonus pressure tested to 3ATM for peace of mind J I waited well over 6 months for Bert’s TW LV which I have been wearing every day for the last few months and I still get weekly compliments everywhere I go. The fit & finish is nothing short that being a Swiss factory standards! That is how good it is… So for my 40th birthday coming up soon, I decided to pull the trigger on a FRANKEN classic sub: The Rolex 16610The latest geuine rolex crystal with AR on cyclopGenuine rolex insertGenuine rolex crownAftermarket tube for genuine crown (wholesaleoutlet990 tube) It took several weeks to assemble and the package arrived at work yesterday. I was so excited like a little kid waiting for this package to arrive, taking delivery and opening it only to be yet once again blown away (is really an understatement)…not a single other watch can touch this one. You will find other alternatives and sources for this sub which are great as well; however they are not clearly a winner over the TW sub because of the shorter bezel teeth, poor pearl, so-so SELs, distorted cyclop with over magnification…etc. I always felt that Franken is a waste of time and money especially when modding is literally skies the limits! I feel now that a Gen insert is definitely worth it because the pearl is never replicated in a rep/aftermarket insert. It is simply perfect. Gen crown's top face is rather flat as opposed to the TW sub crown's rounded top face. Some quick pics right after oiling and washing it, excuse the not perfect pictures...some to come on the week end Finally, what can I possibly say other than those simple words: Thank you Bert! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inertiadrifter Posted August 30, 2012 Report Share Posted August 30, 2012 Congrats!! Did BK put the gen part together? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1234 Posted August 30, 2012 Author Report Share Posted August 30, 2012 Yes sir! While driving wearing the TW Black i had the sun hit the watch from the sunroof...and that is when I i barely noticed the etched crown at the 6 o'clock. Once home i could not locate it... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
w33m4n Posted August 30, 2012 Report Share Posted August 30, 2012 How much would one of these cost? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1234 Posted August 30, 2012 Author Report Share Posted August 30, 2012 Here's the link to Bert's TW offering: http://www.rwg.cc/topic/139866-product-offering-tw-16610-sub/ My TW LV does not include any genuine parts and it looks stunning to say the least since it is already heavily modded by Bert I just wanted to go all out on this black one for a special occasion since it will be my daily watch It depends on what you would like to add, send me a pm for details or better yet contact Bert directly... Trust me when I say that his watches are simply the next best thing after Rolex in Switzerland!!! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
w33m4n Posted August 30, 2012 Report Share Posted August 30, 2012 Im a total noob to replica watches... What does TW LV mean? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dan_189 Posted August 30, 2012 Report Share Posted August 30, 2012 Does that case fit a genuine 3135? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tonyyammine Posted August 30, 2012 Report Share Posted August 30, 2012 Congrats. I got the same setup as u but i took off the bracelet and put the tc v3 on it. The watch looks amazing and the fit on the v3 bracelet is like gen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StormTooper4 Posted August 30, 2012 Report Share Posted August 30, 2012 Im a total noob to replica watches... What does TW LV mean? Tiawanese (Source) Lunette Verte (Rolex Type Green Sub) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1234 Posted August 30, 2012 Author Report Share Posted August 30, 2012 Thanks guys Indeed stunning is an understatement I also noticed while driving home the barely noticeable coronet of the 6 o'clock position on the crystal Th sun was hitting the watch from my open sunroof and once home I could not see I again lol Stunning watch especially the chirurgical precision o the fit an finish... I will take better pics over the week end Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danielv2000 Posted August 30, 2012 Report Share Posted August 30, 2012 Congrats!!! The watch is beautiful. BK is the man! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1234 Posted August 30, 2012 Author Report Share Posted August 30, 2012 (edited) I brought my small Canon Powershot Elph at work since it takes better pictures than my iPhone at work...having problems uploading them I noticed that the pearl on the genuine black TW insert looks as if it is wet. Not sure i make sense at all but upon very close inspection i could see the difference vs. my LV. The pearl itself seems is flatter and it shines more with what seems to be a clear coat giving it a nice gloss. Also the metal ring around the pearl is has rounded edges and is simply perfect!!! and also has a gloss vs. a more matt look for the LV metal ring...again being really anal here especially since i was very hesitant to add genuine parts but i do see the difference now... I am in love with it, i sound like such I looser I know Even my wife yesterday told me what now you are geeking in bed??? Edited August 30, 2012 by 1234 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bastianboer@hotmail.com Posted August 30, 2012 Report Share Posted August 30, 2012 Wow! Beautiful! Do you still sell them second hand Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
irolexu Posted August 30, 2012 Report Share Posted August 30, 2012 Does that case fit a genuine 3135? No if your using 3135 or clone 3135 you need a tc or Sean case Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1234 Posted August 30, 2012 Author Report Share Posted August 30, 2012 BK just posted this on the other RG forum: Quote: "The dial is my custom one. The main thing is it has pbdad's SL. The triangular and rectangular markers have thicker rims while the round markers have thinner rims." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tessa Posted August 30, 2012 Report Share Posted August 30, 2012 Im a total noob to replica watches... What does TW LV mean? Looks like we are in the same league. Send me a PM on your thoughts finding your way to a sub. I believe i have choose( havent paid yet) a TC version 2 so now i must find a gen insert Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macjulivert Posted August 31, 2012 Report Share Posted August 31, 2012 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1234 Posted August 31, 2012 Author Report Share Posted August 31, 2012 Gracias Compadre! Even the packaging is top notch... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andstrap Posted September 1, 2012 Report Share Posted September 1, 2012 A very nice watch, my congratulations Mate ! cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1234 Posted November 13, 2012 Author Report Share Posted November 13, 2012 My LV just came back from Bert's SPA as i franken'ed it with very hard to find genuine parts espcially the LV insert: Genuine crown with WholeSaleOutlet990 & aftermarket tube Genuine LV Insert Genuine Crystal with AR'd Cyclop Some quick pics... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1234 Posted November 13, 2012 Author Report Share Posted November 13, 2012 Some better quality pictures... Bert by the way shaved some more the Crown Guards and his own words was it looks "spectacular"...and i tend to agree as close to the gen as you could possibly have and i am very happy withnthe perfect fit of the barecelt no need of TC V3 at this time unless you say otherwise... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
By-Tor Posted November 13, 2012 Report Share Posted November 13, 2012 I have WM9 v2 with pretty much the same mods + gen insert & crown. It's as close to perfect as a Chinese replica watch can be. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1234 Posted November 13, 2012 Author Report Share Posted November 13, 2012 Indeed, looks great a classic iconic watch...a couple of my friends have genuine Subs they handled mine and had no clue since i did not say it was a replica...mind you they are not geeks into watches like us and have no clue regarding the model, movement...etc With those mods i wear them proudly and that genuine crystal with the AR cyclop gives so much depth to the datewheel which is especially evident from certain angles Wear it in good health! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
By-Tor Posted November 13, 2012 Report Share Posted November 13, 2012 When you smoothen the bracelet edges "rounder" there's no way to tell (without opening the back) unless you're an absolute no-life geek (like a few of us). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1234 Posted November 13, 2012 Author Report Share Posted November 13, 2012 (edited) lol...indeed Edited November 13, 2012 by 1234 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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