gioarmani Posted July 21, 2007 Report Share Posted July 21, 2007 (edited) Just received a new SMP chrono from Andrew--less than 5 days for delivery yet again. The date quit advancing on my old model (only via the stem's date position) when I replaced the crown--still advances fine at midnight by itself and by adjusting the time; go figure. Anyway, I popped the case-back of the new one to inspect the movement and regulate & waterproof it, and noticed the new decorated movements & rotors they're putting in them lately. Painted screws to look anodized too. Beautiful though--a nice unexpected change; I didn't know if anyone else had noticed this on the latest reps or not. Check it out: (Edited to add pics--gen box & bookset not included ) Edited July 22, 2007 by gioarmani Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fireman_Fred Posted July 21, 2007 Report Share Posted July 21, 2007 I recently bought the new SMP Olympic Chrono from Andrew which basically appears to have the same case and movement, and I've noticed that the case has a serial number, (a la uPO), etched onto the underside of one of the lugs (which I see from the photo, yours has too). I also own the standard SMP Chrono which I bought a few months ago but the serial number is missing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stephane Posted July 21, 2007 Report Share Posted July 21, 2007 Very nice looking. Congrats, Cheers Stephane Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vric Posted July 21, 2007 Report Share Posted July 21, 2007 (edited) Very nice looking decoration.. Worth a clear case back Edited July 21, 2007 by vric Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gioarmani Posted July 22, 2007 Author Report Share Posted July 22, 2007 On a side note, I never opened the gen but the gen was off by around 4-5 seconds per day; because I've regulated my reps myself, the rep is actually off less than 2 seconds per day. My gen is also now sold, btw. Thinking about trying my luck with a gen 16610LV--I know after my first Sub being a complete piece of [censored] (it might have well been made by Land Rover...), I'm thinking about giving Rollie one last go. I also WP my reps myself & swim in them on almost a daily basis. I paid the AD for them to prove to me it was waterproof--they tried giving me the [censored] that it was "tested at the factory", etc, and because of which, they don't do this on their new models; I explained that it wasn't good enough as this was going in the drink immediately upon getting home. So having case-back openers & silicon grease, I don't sweat the rep aspect of WP'ing. Not taking into account the difference between Omega's 1164 and the Asian 7750, the chronographs on the reps function perfectly as expected, and the subdial secs @ 9 run just as smooth as the gen. Outwardly, the watch looks perfect, save for the issue of the link screws vs pins; the date font I can honestly give a care less about--easy fix. I've also ordered a gen bezel insert--I have a feeling it should fit near-perfect without modding. The gen's lume was spot-on in brilliance & shade, between the markers, hands, and pearl. The rep's stock pearl (as per usual) is slightly weaker than the hands & markers, but the brilliance of the lume on both SMP reps is a LOT better than expected, straight from the box. There's only a very minor difference in the lume's brilliance between the markers & hands. And in complete darkness, the stock rep lume is still visible and easy to tell time on 4-5 hours after being exposed. GEN: REP And in case there's anyone who didn't read my thread on this (rep) model's WP test, this model held solid at 10 ATMs in the lab, and has been to 100ft below multiple times. I'd wager to say that since the case's construction is damn near 1:1 spot on, this thing--if properly serviced--this thing might even keep up with the gen's depth. The rep's HEV even appears to have a fully functioning valve inside that you can depress & reset with a needle, but I've never swam in it unless the HEV valve was all the way out & cap screwed on tighter than Tom Thumb's ass. Also, the pushers on the rep cannot be used underwater like the gens can. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ssabripo Posted July 22, 2007 Report Share Posted July 22, 2007 good GOD that is beautiful! I was really about to push the "BUY" button on the PO crono, but this thing is seriously making me think twice! this: vs. this: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HighDef Posted July 23, 2007 Report Share Posted July 23, 2007 The PO Chrono is way off IMO because of the sub dial spacing. Get the SMP chrono, tis one of the best rep. It is also aesthecally pleasing because it is scary close to a genuine piece,,,that is if you are an Omega fan like me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ssabripo Posted July 23, 2007 Report Share Posted July 23, 2007 well, it's done!! the SMP crono is on order from Andrew...should be here by week's end! I can't wait to get it!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gioarmani Posted July 23, 2007 Author Report Share Posted July 23, 2007 Yes, avoid the PO chrono--screams fake from 100 yards away. Investigate pics of the gen on Google; you'll see. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rek001 Posted July 23, 2007 Report Share Posted July 23, 2007 The SMP chrono is truly sharp - don't flame me but I think the standard SMP is kind if boring. I love chronographs and I think the chrono details on this SMP give it the extra "oomph" to make it a very interesting watch. Also, I see a lot of the reg SMPs around town but I've never seen the chrono version. Hmm, I may have to talk to Andrew about this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gioarmani Posted July 23, 2007 Author Report Share Posted July 23, 2007 don't flame me but I think the standard SMP is kind if boring. I agree. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bandit_99 Posted July 23, 2007 Report Share Posted July 23, 2007 I was on the fence for this vs. the UPO and the chrono just sucks me in- but after seeing your pics, they pushed me over the edge. Hope mine arrives in 5 days.... and hope mine is solid out of the box. cheers- dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LastDiplomat Posted July 23, 2007 Report Share Posted July 23, 2007 I agree. I prefer the phrase, "Sporty yet sophisticated." The chrono looks nice -- but only because it's based on such a sharp watch to begin with. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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