Stephane Posted February 18, 2007 Report Share Posted February 18, 2007 Hi All, In the topic My So Called Perfect Sub, Freeman wanted me to shoot some other watch than a Rolex. So, here it is. This watch was bought in june 2006 to a german dealer, long before I discovered RWG. It was my third rep, and I really love it. I got a BOB band for it and also got the box from eBay. I'd love the experts opinion on the watch but also on the box: it was sold to me as a genuine (the box). I'm not that proud of the photos. I still have to buy lights and create some shooting "area". It is really hard to get rid of the reflects... Cheers Stephane Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pugwash Posted February 18, 2007 Report Share Posted February 18, 2007 Interesting Fiddy: That is the same as the one Brand9 is selling over on RWI. The serif typeface on the '1950' is intriguing. ps. Good pics. Don't stop Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stephane Posted February 18, 2007 Author Report Share Posted February 18, 2007 Interesting Fiddy: That is the same as the one Brand9 is selling over on RWI. The serif typeface on the '1950' is intriguing. ps. Good pics. Don't stop Many thanks Pug...For sure I will... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbadbrad Posted February 18, 2007 Report Share Posted February 18, 2007 Lovely photos - and what a nice box to go w/ your 1950 - I'm envious! The 1950 is one of the best to photograph, IMO. ps thanks The Zigmeister! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
b16a2 Posted February 18, 2007 Report Share Posted February 18, 2007 Very nice photo's! @BBB - do i detect a hint of superlume on that dial? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stephane Posted February 18, 2007 Author Report Share Posted February 18, 2007 Lovely photos - and what a nice box to go w/ your 1950 - I'm envious! The 1950 is one of the best to photograph, IMO. ps thanks Ziggy! Wow that is a very very nice photo Brad I'll try to make one tonight ;-) About the box: I was mad enough to pay 142€ / 186$ I wouldn't do that again and sincerely hope this one is gen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pugwash Posted February 18, 2007 Report Share Posted February 18, 2007 Your 1950 text is bugging me. I recommend a new dial. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stephane Posted February 18, 2007 Author Report Share Posted February 18, 2007 Your 1950 text is bugging me. I recommend a new dial. Hmmm you are scarring me Maybe I'll have to send it to Ziggy for lume anyway so, a new dial, why not ? But overal, do you like the case ? By the way...I tried a lume shot Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
babola Posted February 18, 2007 Report Share Posted February 18, 2007 Yup, the dial is quite a bit off. Dial txt is of incorrect font size shape and letter spacing. Numerals cutouts are also bigger than standard, resulting in 'recessed' 45 sec marker on the second subdial. Crown and CG lever are non-standard, strap buckle neither... Some of die-hard Fiddy rep collectors will "kill" for that caseback with a tottaly unusual serial, nice one for sure Mate, not trying to put you down or sometning really, but since you asked for opinions... This must be one of those early Fiddy reps before the rep manufacturers agreed on gen Fiddy standards and dimensions. The box looks gen, but hard to say for sure from photos. cheers, babola Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stephane Posted February 18, 2007 Author Report Share Posted February 18, 2007 Mate, not trying to put you down or sometning really, but since you asked for opinions... This must be one of those early Fiddy reps before the rep manufacturers agreed on gen Fiddy standards and dimensions. The box looks gen, but hard to say for sure from photos. cheers, babola Hey Babola, I am more than happy to get opinions, including yours. Remember I got this watch 7 months before discovering RWG. So, because I like this model, I really want to know what I should do: try to fix this one or buy another one ? FYI: I'm not a mod freak. I'm only loving getting the as close as possible one rep without entering the crazyness of gen parts. Bonsoir... Stephane Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
babola Posted February 18, 2007 Report Share Posted February 18, 2007 Hey Babola, I am more than happy to get opinions, including yours. Remember I got this watch 7 months before discovering RWG. So, because I like this model, I really want to know what I should do: try to fix this one or buy another one ? FYI: I'm not a mod freak. I'm only loving getting the as close as possible one rep without entering the crazyness of gen parts. Bonsoir... Stephane Cheers, PM sent... babola Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
namor Posted February 18, 2007 Report Share Posted February 18, 2007 Hey Babola, I am more than happy to get opinions, including yours. Remember I got this watch 7 months before discovering RWG. So, because I like this model, I really want to know what I should do: try to fix this one or buy another one ? FYI: I'm not a mod freak. I'm only loving getting the as close as possible one rep without entering the crazyness of gen parts. Bonsoir... Stephane If you ask this way... Buy a new one - there's so much to fix at your watch, it would be cheaper and better to buy a new, actual one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stephane Posted February 18, 2007 Author Report Share Posted February 18, 2007 If you ask this way... Buy a new one - there's so much to fix at your watch, it would be cheaper and better to buy a new, actual one. Ok, thanks for your opinion. Very much appreciated. Cheers Stephane Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
namor Posted February 19, 2007 Report Share Posted February 19, 2007 You're welcome. But you still have a very nice watch ! It may not be very accurate, but you can modify it to a custom watch with very small effort ! For example: clean the dial and repaint it matte-black, sand away the Reg. T.M. from the Crownguard, remove the stick-on plates from the movement and you'll have a clean custom watch without the necessarity to be accurate... Just some Ideas... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mojua Posted February 19, 2007 Report Share Posted February 19, 2007 The watch is very nice. Doesn’t look like a gen 127, but it’s a cool looking piece. Box is also nice. The emblems are correct, the hinges are correct, the black, mat color of the inside is correct, the magnetic latch/clasp looks good, and the aesthetic is appropriate. The only two possible discrepancies I can see are the color of the wood (seems too light, but might just be the result of photo exposure), and the black felt-like material that covers the watch (the piece with Officine Panerai on it). I can’t put my finger on what’s funky about it, just doesn’t look exactly right. The only other thing is that it’s not the right box for a Fiddy…special edition boxes are almost twice the size of the standard ones…this one is standard, Fiddy is special edition. Regarding your question about modding this one or getting a new one, depends on whether you like THIS watch or not. If it fits well and you’re happy with it, keep it and get something different. If you’re looking for the best possible Fiddy rep, don’t spend the effort and $$ on this one…start over and get the best and latest model from one of the dealers here…nothing’s perfect, but some of them are getting pretty darn close. Cheers! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stephane Posted February 19, 2007 Author Report Share Posted February 19, 2007 Thanks again guys. Cheers Stephane Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pete2528ca Posted March 29, 2007 Report Share Posted March 29, 2007 my suggestion, dump that fiddy and get a better looking one. that dial is horrible and so is that buckle. the crown is tooooooo thin. wrong movement too. the only good thing is the case back, and box. my 2 cents. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stephane Posted March 29, 2007 Author Report Share Posted March 29, 2007 my suggestion, dump that fiddy and get a better looking one. that dial is horrible and so is that buckle. the crown is tooooooo thin. wrong movement too. the only good thing is the case back, and box. my 2 cents. Yes, that is what I decided ! I posted a new topic in the Panerai area to ask you experts to show me which one I should get ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flavor flav Posted April 19, 2007 Report Share Posted April 19, 2007 looks like the 44mm fiddy..... the strap is not focused but i think i see 24mm.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrisbailey86 Posted April 19, 2007 Report Share Posted April 19, 2007 I like it the way it is! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stephane Posted April 19, 2007 Author Report Share Posted April 19, 2007 I like it the way it is! do not hesitate! Buy it !!! I am anyway going to get another one... Cheers Stephane Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbadbrad Posted July 14, 2007 Report Share Posted July 14, 2007 Very nice photo's! @BBB - do i detect a hint of superlume on that dial? Yep - done by Zigg, as was the pin and service. @Stephane - glad you have got an upgraded Fiddy from this one!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Victoria Posted July 15, 2007 Report Share Posted July 15, 2007 Wow, that was great, Stephane! Vaguely like a striptease...ta da da da, ta da da da...boom! boom! too doo boom! Boob shot! But classy, mind -- the Dita von Teese of posts. Very nice indeed. My fave shot was the fold-over strap buckle/movement, 24.jpg. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flyby75 Posted September 19, 2007 Report Share Posted September 19, 2007 Nice pics, and nice box. Thanks!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stephane Posted September 19, 2007 Author Report Share Posted September 19, 2007 Wow, this thread comes back again Well, that watch doesn't exist anymore. I got my self a new one (see my sig). This one is currently being modded to become a fantasy one. ...and of course, the genuine box is still in my cabinet Cheers Stephane Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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