clem2192 Posted July 3, 2013 Report Share Posted July 3, 2013 Hi, Well it looks like the rep bug has well and truly bitten!! Received my first purchase Rolex Sub 16610 from Josh (Perfect Clones) last week and now on the search for my next rep.... A 42mm Omega Planet Ocean 600m. Can anyone recommend the best rep for this model?? I have heard things about the HE valve being in the wrong position and 'Happy Feet', have these issues been rectified in the latest versions?? I know there are 2 sizes 42mm & 45.5mm but the 45.5mm is too big for my tiny wrist !! I would like the model with the orange 12, 6 & 9 digits. Ideally able to take gen parts so I can go the Franken route in the future should I wish to! Any help would be much appreciated. Cheers R Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest khashayar Posted July 3, 2013 Report Share Posted July 3, 2013 As you perhaps know, there are 2 versions of this watch; the older model with a closed case back, and the new ceramic ones with an open one. Purchasing either has it pros and cons. The old one is easily frankened as gen parts are offered at for example ofrei.com. With a closed case back it's harder to tell the difference between rep and gen. The new ones have a more shiny and durable bezel; the ceramic ones, which offer a "better" looking watch on the front IMHO. New clasp, new dial and doesn't have the issues with happy feet and the HE valve positioned wrongly. Problem with the ceramic ones are that the gen use a Omega in-house movement, which can't be repped correctly. And since it has an open case back, the difference is of course substantial to the gen. Here is a link for the aesthetically different models: http://s1183.photobucket.com/user/bmendick1/media/Picture007.jpg.html Old one to the left, new one to the right. Here is a link to Andrew (Trusty time) who sells the newer PO with the options you prefer: http://www.ttw888.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=35_114&products_id=10437 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clem2192 Posted July 3, 2013 Author Report Share Posted July 3, 2013 Thanks for the info khashayar, much appreciated! I am after the new ceramic bezel version as I much prefer the look of this watch. I'll have a look at Andrew (Trusty Time) and see what he offers on the newer one. Have you purchased one of the newer POs?? Do you know if the newer ones (TrustyTime) are interchangeable with genuine parts?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ceejay Posted July 3, 2013 Report Share Posted July 3, 2013 I received one of these today with the Swiss movement. Lovely, lovely watch. If you like the look of it wait till you have it, it oozes class! There was a for sale advert a couple of days back of a member selling a super Franken version of this watch, apparently most of the parts are interchangeable. Just the crown & HE valves/tubes need minor mods. Just what I read. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uki_don Posted July 3, 2013 Report Share Posted July 3, 2013 Any pics to share Ceejay? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clem2192 Posted July 3, 2013 Author Report Share Posted July 3, 2013 Yes!! Do share pics !! I must admit the images on the website do not seem to do it justice, the QC pics & Videos seem to do much more for the watch! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
59vampire Posted July 3, 2013 Report Share Posted July 3, 2013 Hi. I hope I can contribute to conversation. I was just at Trustys website and found a closed case back po 42 with no happy feet, ar, and correct according to the site he position. I am not knowledgeable enough to say that this is accurate per old specs but it is nice. So if you change your mind and want a closed back model they do have it. For what it is worth, I just got a delivery today from Trusty. Under two weeks time, excellent communication and a beautiful time piece. I will discusss it in the appropriate forum. But trusty delivers the goods. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clem2192 Posted July 4, 2013 Author Report Share Posted July 4, 2013 Thanks afor all the help guys, I have ordered the new PO from Andrew @ Trusty Time so I will keep you updated and post pics once I receive the watch Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest khashayar Posted July 4, 2013 Report Share Posted July 4, 2013 I received one of these today with the Swiss movement. Lovely, lovely watch. If you like the look of it wait till you have it, it oozes class! There was a for sale advert a couple of days back of a member selling a super Franken version of this watch, apparently most of the parts are interchangeable. Just the crown & HE valves/tubes need minor mods. Just what I read. But it's the UPO, right? Not the ceramic ones? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ceejay Posted July 4, 2013 Report Share Posted July 4, 2013 Quickie from this morning, sitting on my skinny 6 1/2" wrist Uploaded with ImageShack.us Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justudor Posted July 4, 2013 Report Share Posted July 4, 2013 All latest planet ocean versions don't have happy feet. But they are the crucial things to look for when picking the next piece. The ceramics are not known for their ability to take gen parts (I presume movement is of a different type and height etc) The super franken I actually was lucky enough to snap up. Pics are below. Sent from my Galaxy Nexus using Tapatalk 4 Beta Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justudor Posted July 4, 2013 Report Share Posted July 4, 2013 And this is another I have that isn't as 'frankened' Dial, date wheel and gen insert. Sent from my Galaxy Nexus using Tapatalk 4 Beta Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dinokun Posted July 4, 2013 Report Share Posted July 4, 2013 very beautiful watches, i have a question on how can we get a super franken? do the sellers sell them??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sgtguk Posted July 4, 2013 Report Share Posted July 4, 2013 No Dealers sell them as franken pieces ootb you need to source the Gen parts and then build the piece up from there, either that or pick one up from the sales forum when they come up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justudor Posted July 4, 2013 Report Share Posted July 4, 2013 ^^^ yep, so in other words; by yourself, or;when the moons align, go blue and I get sick of omegasSent from my Galaxy Nexus using Tapatalk 4 Beta 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clem2192 Posted July 4, 2013 Author Report Share Posted July 4, 2013 Quickie from this morning, sitting on my skinny 6 1/2" wrist Uploaded with ImageShack.us Looks awesome Ceejay, is that from Andrew @ Trusty Time ?? Whats the sweep like on the second hand?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ceejay Posted July 4, 2013 Report Share Posted July 4, 2013 Looks awesome Ceejay, is that from Andrew @ Trusty Time ?? Whats the sweep like on the second hand?? I bought this from another forum member. so dont know who supplied it. As for the sweep, it's a gen ETA 2836-2 movement beating at 28,000 so it's as good as it gets Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chaplin Posted July 21, 2013 Report Share Posted July 21, 2013 Excuse my ignorance fellas but what do you mean by the term "happy feet" or no "happy feet" ? only joined the forum today so aint got a clue. Cheers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maevit4996 Posted July 21, 2013 Report Share Posted July 21, 2013 Excuse my ignorance fellas but what do you mean by the term "happy feet" or no "happy feet" ? only joined the forum today so aint got a clue. Cheers. Look at the Omega logo, the two "feet" that stick out should be flat. "Happy feet" refers to Omega logos where those two feet kind of flick up. This is Happy Feet No Happy Feet Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chaplin Posted July 21, 2013 Report Share Posted July 21, 2013 Look at the Omega logo, the two "feet" that stick out should be flat. "Happy feet" refers to Omega logos where those two feet kind of flick up. This is Happy Feet No Happy Feet Gotcha.Thank you for that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clem2192 Posted July 23, 2013 Author Report Share Posted July 23, 2013 Does anyone know if gen parts are interchangeable with the PO 42mm ?? I have seen a gen bezel & crystal for sale and wondered if they would fit my recent purchase. Cheers! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Manners Posted July 24, 2013 Report Share Posted July 24, 2013 I have a UPO 45.5 and have to say its a fantastic watch. The watch pictured looks really nice however have read that the ceramic fades over time. Is the crown screw in tightly? or does it feel loose with only a couple threads keeping it secure? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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