lhooq Posted January 22, 2014 Report Share Posted January 22, 2014 I am suddenly reminded of the "World's oldest animal killed by scientists" story from a few months back! (It was a mollusk that researchers opened while trying to determine its age. And the Black Bay DOES have an Oyster case...) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whoever Posted January 22, 2014 Report Share Posted January 22, 2014 I really hope the new versions will have some succes so everybody will sell his vintage ones......to me! ;-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abzack Posted January 22, 2014 Report Share Posted January 22, 2014 Ordinarily, I would be ecstatic to finally see this coming out. However, it's very hard to justify that price for a rep with ropey side engravings, and a case that looks not too different from those used in the old quartz FF chronograph reps. $500! How much did the PloProf reps cost when they were released? I agree the case is very similar to the old chrono models. I know this may be sacrilege to some, but I prefer my 41mm vintage to the larger 45mm of this one. I'd prefer a 40-42mm model. Sent from my ME173X using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fraggle42 Posted January 22, 2014 Report Share Posted January 22, 2014 This does look rather strange to me. I've only ever seen originals that have received a lot of love and a lot of wear, just looks odd to see one that is new and unworn! I dont think $500 is a lot for a super rep, the bezel insert isn't a type (material, shape) that's commonly produced, and the sapphire crystal is damn lovely and again very uncommon. Special parts = higher price. The crystal on the Black Bay rep is what let's it down for me. When they said the rep crystal was just like gen that was really the main thing that led me to put my order in for one. The rep BB crystal as is, is still very nice and I've no doubt that after owning if for a couple of months I won't be bothered by the difference. I do wonder why they didn't produce two versions, a BB like crystal for $300, and this one for $500. And I don't believe it will be priced at $800, the rep factories aren't that stupid to go to all this trouble and sell just 100 of them cause no one will pay that for them! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mt666tm Posted January 23, 2014 Report Share Posted January 23, 2014 This FF looks amazing, but if its over 500 then thats rediculous. Just modd a Seiko. Its an awesome watch. Here's mine with aftermarket bezel insert, dial, hands, case back, and strap And I've got a new dial and seconds hand incoming to try another combo... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dude Posted January 23, 2014 Report Share Posted January 23, 2014 While we're showing off our vintage FF's, here's mine: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whoever Posted January 23, 2014 Report Share Posted January 23, 2014 rrrr too much sexinesssssss!! On to the queeeeest! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nikoteen Posted January 23, 2014 Report Share Posted January 23, 2014 I see what's happening here...... "Hey did you hear? The new Blacpain FF is gonna be about $500" All the various fora, reply "$500...Jeez, that' a lot of greenbacks, not sure i'll be paying that" A week or so later and the word on the street (surprise surprise) is that the new FF is actually gonna be $800 "Spread the word....The new FF is gonna be $800" Sooooooo....everyone then thinks.."Well actually $500 big ones ain't so bad" ...and that my friends is how it goes........lol 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whoever Posted January 23, 2014 Report Share Posted January 23, 2014 I see what's happening here...... "Hey did you hear? The new Blacpain FF is gonna be about $500" All the various fora, reply "$500...Jeez, that' a lot of greenbacks, not sure i'll be paying that" A week or so later and the word on the street (surprise surprise) is that the new FF is actually gonna be $800 "Spread the word....The new FF is gonna be $800" Sooooooo....everyone then thinks.."Well actually $500 big ones ain't so bad" ...and that my friends is how it goes........lol hhahahahaha Touché! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
borz Posted January 24, 2014 Report Share Posted January 24, 2014 Hype it up, throw ridiculous price numbers into the mix, release at a slightly lower price, watch the suckers line up - works every time Sent from my SPH-L710 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whoever Posted January 25, 2014 Report Share Posted January 25, 2014 Hello again! Could an expert chime in? Would it be possible to mod this seiko? New bezel etc with lume etc? What do you think of it? http://m.ebay.com/itm/111261717033?nav=SEARCH&sbk=1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
torobravo Posted January 25, 2014 Report Share Posted January 25, 2014 (edited) We don´t know the exact selling price yet but as I´ve heard the words around the noob factory partners it won´t be cheaper than $800. The price wouldn´t be an issue BUT that involves lots of consequences: Well, I expect perfection for that price. Unfortunately a movement fail, a misaligned bezel, a scratch on the dial, poorly applied lume it will be a huge disappointment. And no matter how good it is, it will still be a rep. Still the higher target for internet scammers to buy for the typical monthly creditcard chargeback, stolen package, you name it. We both loose buyer and dealer at the end of the game. Edited January 25, 2014 by torobravo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lhooq Posted January 25, 2014 Report Share Posted January 25, 2014 Hello again! Could an expert chime in? Would it be possible to mod this seiko? New bezel etc with lume etc? What do you think of it?http://m.ebay.com/itm/111261717033?nav=SEARCH&sbk=1 P, I'm not an expert, but I'm pretty sure that the SNZH55 is one of the eligible base watches for a Fifty-five Fathoms mod. The bezel on that watch is lovely. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike on a bike Posted January 25, 2014 Report Share Posted January 25, 2014 It is the base, you are correct Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike on a bike Posted January 25, 2014 Report Share Posted January 25, 2014 Toro: "Well, I expect perfection for that price. Unfortunately a movement fail, a misaligned bezel, a scratch on the dial, poorly applied lume it will be a huge disappointment. And no matter how good it is, it will still be a rep. Still the higher target for internet scammers to buy for the typical monthly creditcard chargeback, stolen package, you name it. We both loose buyer and dealer at the end of the game." Bad price point from both dealer and buyer perspective as well as expectations of quality, absolutely right. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rek001 Posted January 25, 2014 Report Share Posted January 25, 2014 Around $800? Say it isn't so, Toro. Although there is a precedent - does anyone remember a vintage Daytona that was going for $1000? For some reason I recall member ExtraExtra having one. Anyway, what do people think of the current FF chrono available from our dealers? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whoever Posted January 25, 2014 Report Share Posted January 25, 2014 (edited) P, I'm not an expert, but I'm pretty sure that the SNZH55 is one of the eligible base watches for a Fifty-five Fathoms mod. The bezel on that watch is lovely. It is the base, you are correct Thank you gentlemen! But isn't it a problem with the day-date? Edited January 25, 2014 by whoever Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whoever Posted January 25, 2014 Report Share Posted January 25, 2014 Well, i just pulled the trigger.... sorry for hijacking this thread! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
torobravo Posted January 25, 2014 Report Share Posted January 25, 2014 Well, i just pulled the trigger.... Where? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike on a bike Posted January 25, 2014 Report Share Posted January 25, 2014 On the Seiko Toro. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
panerai153 Posted January 25, 2014 Report Share Posted January 25, 2014 @whoever, Might want to pay a visit over to the Seiko Citizen forum, it seems like these FFF watches started out there when someone started modding Seikos with the FFF dials. Just checked over there, got info you might be interested in reading. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whoever Posted January 25, 2014 Report Share Posted January 25, 2014 @whoever, Might want to pay a visit over to the Seiko Citizen forum, it seems like these FFF watches started out there when someone started modding Seikos with the FFF dials. Just checked over there, got info you might be interested in reading. you have an link mate? Good idea! Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
panerai153 Posted January 25, 2014 Report Share Posted January 25, 2014 you have an link mate? Good idea! Thanks Sure http://www.thewatchsite.com/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whoever Posted January 25, 2014 Report Share Posted January 25, 2014 Thanks! :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nightwatch Posted January 26, 2014 Report Share Posted January 26, 2014 Happily disappointed, I wanted this FFF but neither for 500 nor for 800 so I´ll save the 300 I would´ve spent altogether - or than I go the Seiko Fifty Fathoms way on e-bay suggested by Mike (thanks for the hint) and have to wait almost no time:) Haven´t got the AP Roo either because when it gets to the 500´s price range plus shipping I expect what Toro mentioned: "Well, I expect perfection for that price. Unfortunately a movement fail, a misaligned bezel, a scratch on the dial, poorly applied lume it will be a huge disappointment. And no matter how good it is, it will still be a rep" and glad to see a TD mention this - thumbs up . I did never complain on a 128´rep and expectations are lower. BTW on Amazon You send it back if You don´t like it and in a weeks time have Your 128´or 500´ refund and that´s it. Gladly never had to send anything back because everything comes and works as pictured/described anyway. All misaligned bezel/stickers/pearl ones or otherwise flawed should/could be sold at a seriously cheaper price like "2nd choice ware" or something like that anyways, there would be buyers too - but happy buyers for knowing they get it with a flaw but at better price. Like it is now I think the factories (and TD´s) loose much more money from people just turning their backs to reps altogether and forever after getting the 3rd flawed one and loosing their patience. Just my thoughts on that. 800!!??! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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