slask111 Posted January 27, 2014 Report Share Posted January 27, 2014 Just received this watch a few hours ago. Had to post a few pics and first impression thoughts. Now i cant compare this to a gen, so all observations are general. I compare fit/finish against other reps like Pam111 and SOSF v2.Bracelet:Was very "rattely" upon arrival. I soaked it in Rock n Roll lube and washed it off. Now if feels very good. No hard edges. Clasp snaps in as it should. SEL fit and endlinks are just great.Case: It collects fingerprints like an iphone screen! I find myself polishing the case with my shirt all the time. The inside corners on the lugs are razor sharp. Maybe its possible to sand thoose down. Otherwise the case is good, sits great on the wrist.Crystal:AR is good. Better than my Noob 111, but not as good as the SOSF v2. Its raised but i don't think its as doomed as the gen. I think.. Color hands/indexmarkers:We know they are not the same color. But you wont notice this on the wrist. This is a non issue.Dial:Just great. Pure class and good execution.Bezel and pearl:Biggest letdown of the watch. It turns pretty easy, but its a 60 click bezel. Maybe it should be like that, but im so used to 120 click bezels so it feel strange. It also feels "sheap" when you turn it, it has a bit of play and the pearl does not center 12 marker with a click. Its between clicks if you know what i mean. pearl is centered and looks good. I know an updated pearl will be released, i don't see any reason to change this pearl. A non issue for me.Conclusion:I have waited for this watch for over a year. Been following the RG thread daily. I had high expectations. But when my boss bought the gen i told myself that this would be a C&R. But im not so sure anymore. Its a stunning watch with a lot of character. The grey dial and gold hand is just purse sex. Its a small watch, but wears pretty big. This is something ppl notice. The feel of the watch is very good, im starting to really love it. I highly recommend this watch. Go get it Now on to the pics. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike on a bike Posted January 27, 2014 Report Share Posted January 27, 2014 Thanks slask, seen them elsewhere but our first one here. Been toying with having a big sale and buying a Gen but now maybe not ? Well wear in good health! PS dial brown not grey right? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FROGMAN Posted January 27, 2014 Report Share Posted January 27, 2014 Good review! Mine is in route and should be here Thursday. Mike, I was thinking about buying the gen too...in fact I went to the AD a few weeks ago....I was little surprised with the bracelet and clasp ....it has a Rolex feel but reminded me of a citizen or seiko implementation......with that said the dial and crystal were amazing. The overall finishing was top notch. I'm jazzed to see the rep and how it compares! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slask111 Posted January 27, 2014 Author Report Share Posted January 27, 2014 Thanks slask, seen them elsewhere but our first one here. Been toying with having a big sale and buying a Gen but now maybe not ? Well wear in good health! PS dial brown not grey right? Thnx Mike I will compare it to a gen later this week, my boss at the desk next to me has one on bracelet. The crystal is the biggest tell i believe. The rep is not as doomed as the gen (i will confirm this later) Brown, black, grey. It changes depending on the light. And my eyesight is not the best so could be that as well Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike on a bike Posted January 27, 2014 Report Share Posted January 27, 2014 I hear you ! " And my eyesight is not the best so could be that as well." 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dannesyd Posted January 27, 2014 Report Share Posted January 27, 2014 Regardless of the flaws, this seems to be one beautiful watch that is going to be owned by many repcollectors in a couple of months. I will most likely buy one later on aswell. It is one sexy watch with that dail, hands and bezel combo! Great pics by the way! thank you for sharing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Legend Posted January 27, 2014 Report Share Posted January 27, 2014 Looks very good.. I have no idea how domed the gen crystal may be, but the watch looks good on its own sitting on your wrist. Congrats! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F.Castro Posted January 27, 2014 Report Share Posted January 27, 2014 Maaaan, that one is a thick brick. I would love it if tudor made a thinner case and with lugholes! But the rep looks realy good when you look at it, well made! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krpster Posted January 27, 2014 Report Share Posted January 27, 2014 Very nice. Can't wait for mine to turn up...any day now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cib0rgman Posted January 27, 2014 Report Share Posted January 27, 2014 Who did you buy from, if I may ask? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martijnp Posted January 27, 2014 Report Share Posted January 27, 2014 Thanks for this review, I still think it's a lovely watch! I might pick one up sooner or later Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slask111 Posted January 27, 2014 Author Report Share Posted January 27, 2014 Who did you buy from, if I may ask? Only one dealer have it right now, Angus at pt. Dont know if he is a supported TD here though. Im sure most dealers will get it eventually. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike on a bike Posted January 27, 2014 Report Share Posted January 27, 2014 Castro not thick just the shot 10-12mm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nightwatch Posted January 27, 2014 Report Share Posted January 27, 2014 Thanks a lot for the review and the pictures. Have been waiting for this one to appear in members pics because it´s quite expensive imho for the Asian movement. The look of it has been growing on me though for the last few weeks. And it looks terrificly well in Your pictures too. Movement and timekeeping are ok on this one? 60 - clicks bezel sounds strange. Waiting for the comparison and please some lumeshots too:) Wear it well, it´s classic and beautiful, quite special. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slask111 Posted January 27, 2014 Author Report Share Posted January 27, 2014 (edited) Thanks a lot for the review and the pictures. Have been waiting for this one to appear in members pics because it´s quite expensive imho for the Asian movement. The look of it has been growing on me though for the last few weeks. And it looks terrificly well in Your pictures too. Movement and timekeeping are ok on this one? 60 - clicks bezel sounds strange. Waiting for the comparison and please some lumeshots too:) Wear it well, it´s classic and beautiful, quite special. Hi, Its a great watch. Comfy on the wrist and stunning to look at. The movement is a A2824-2 clone, its reliable. No worries. The GEN uses a 60 click bezel also, and its known to be a little light as well. So no worries. I was wrong in my first statement. This is my watch (qc) pic: Edited January 27, 2014 by slask111 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aeromatic Posted January 30, 2014 Report Share Posted January 30, 2014 Mine is on on its stop over in the uk ! im thinking of upgrading mine later to gen 2892-2 and a plexy crystal with a correct shape dome or mabe i will like it as it comes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StormTooper4 Posted January 31, 2014 Report Share Posted January 31, 2014 That looks awesome , your crystal edge looks good to. I am sure I read these weren't polished and were almost frosted whereas yours looks spot on and probably gives some nice distortion Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike on a bike Posted January 31, 2014 Report Share Posted January 31, 2014 Must resist!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
professor_yaffle1 Posted January 31, 2014 Report Share Posted January 31, 2014 Can't resist, will be ordering once CNY is over Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike on a bike Posted January 31, 2014 Report Share Posted January 31, 2014 Yup, :bangin: me to most likely. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
archierocks Posted January 31, 2014 Report Share Posted January 31, 2014 that is a thing of beuaty Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sigfrieds Posted February 10, 2014 Report Share Posted February 10, 2014 (edited) thanks for the review, just got my black bay this afternoon and compared it with a gen black bay purchased last year, there a 2 major problems still need to get fixed, first is the pearl, the shape of the repro pearl is different with the gen one the repro pearl: the gen pearl: the font on the case back is also need to be a bit narrow the repro the gen: the bracelet also need a lot of improvements, but certainly we can use a fabric strap to replace it. Edited February 10, 2014 by sigfrieds Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
archierocks Posted February 10, 2014 Report Share Posted February 10, 2014 i thought there was a replacement and improved pearl thats really poor compared to other pearls Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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