swdivad Posted July 2, 2017 Report Share Posted July 2, 2017 I just took delivery of this fine BP piece from Andrew... As I've said before, I'm not really a Rolex enthusiast, but this has definitely changed my feelings. Previous experience with Subs and SDs was that they were too small and light for me, but this is a whole different beast! It feels very substantial on my wrist, but not overbearing... a perfect fit. The bezel is really well done, with 'platinum' hued indices and the pearl seems perfect. The dial is very high quality and all the markers are flawless; Lume is bright and even. The crystal sticks up a bit from the bezel and the edge of it is beveled beautifully. I really love the bracelet, as it's super comfortable with the glidelock clasp. I might go for a Rubber B strap with this clasp down the track just to tone it down and tool it up a notch or 2 :-) Maybe some experts can chime in on the photos, but I can't flaw this, especially for under $250 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SSTEEL Posted July 2, 2017 Report Share Posted July 2, 2017 Looking good, can't wait to get mine 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
viw9419 Posted July 3, 2017 Report Share Posted July 3, 2017 The insert font is too fat, particularly the "4" in "40" which stands out to me. The insert in the noob is a much better font. I am having difficulty sourcing an insert and may have to buy a complete watch to part out. https://puretime03.com/sea-dweller-116600-black-ceramic-1-1-noob-best-edition-sa3135-v2.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
indywatchguy Posted July 3, 2017 Report Share Posted July 3, 2017 Just picked up one myself. For the price you can't beat it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
viw9419 Posted July 3, 2017 Report Share Posted July 3, 2017 Me too, the insert is bugging me though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SSTEEL Posted July 3, 2017 Report Share Posted July 3, 2017 Had my QC a little while back and I too noticed the bezel font is too bold, but at the price sold, I'm guessing the rep factory know about this, and have a new version coming out soon. DSCN8184 by S STEEL, on Flickr 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Ro7ex Posted July 4, 2017 Report Share Posted July 4, 2017 Pardon the ignorance, but what does 'BP' stand for? Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sogeha Posted July 4, 2017 Report Share Posted July 4, 2017 1 hour ago, Ro7ex said: Pardon the ignorance, but what does 'BP' stand for? Thanks There are long threads about the meanings of these names and how they came about, which can be quite interesting. Top line answer is it is just how we distinguish one "factory" from another. In most cases it is not what the factories call themselves. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ro7ex Posted July 4, 2017 Report Share Posted July 4, 2017 Will look into it! ThanksSent from my E5823 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tribal Posted July 5, 2017 Report Share Posted July 5, 2017 Looks good to me. How about the Dial? Is it matte?Gesendet von meinem MI 4S mit Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swdivad Posted July 6, 2017 Author Report Share Posted July 6, 2017 On 7/6/2017 at 4:32 AM, Tribal said: Looks good to me. How about the Dial? Is it matte? Gesendet von meinem MI 4S mit Tapatalk Yes, the dial is matte and extremely well done, even under a loupe! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tribal Posted July 7, 2017 Report Share Posted July 7, 2017 Nice.Gesendet von meinem MI 4S mit Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ro7ex Posted July 7, 2017 Report Share Posted July 7, 2017 Sorry to be a pain, but I can't seem to find the link to look at this purchase. If it in the trading or watches section? Thanks!Sent from my E5823 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swdivad Posted July 8, 2017 Author Report Share Posted July 8, 2017 21 hours ago, Ro7ex said: Sorry to be a pain, but I can't seem to find the link to look at this purchase. If it in the trading or watches section? Thanks! Sent from my E5823 using Tapatalk http://www.ttw-138.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=1_8&products_id=17328 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tribal Posted July 22, 2017 Report Share Posted July 22, 2017 (edited) I got mine too. Here are my opinions. The tube have rough threads so crown wount not really smooth. The insert is nice I think. I don't see numbers are too bold with naked eye. Dial is nice also the datewheel is nice printed. Overall for the money it's a nice watch Here are some Macroshots. Gesendet von meinem MI 4S mit Tapatalk Edited July 22, 2017 by Tribal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
viw9419 Posted July 22, 2017 Report Share Posted July 22, 2017 Overall I wasn't impressed with this offering so I bought the Noob instead. Add the serviced Yuki with Gen datewheel and its close to perfect. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
viw9419 Posted July 22, 2017 Report Share Posted July 22, 2017 (edited) Edited July 22, 2017 by viw9419 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
indywatchguy Posted July 22, 2017 Report Share Posted July 22, 2017 Only we would notice the fat four.Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
viw9419 Posted July 22, 2017 Report Share Posted July 22, 2017 True; but as it's only me I buy them for I am glad I bought the Noob. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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