Pix Posted January 16, 2008 Author Report Posted January 16, 2008 After checking on B&M website, I have half an answer. http://www.baume-et-mercier.com/collection...p;id_product=82 The black version shown for example has the same type of subdials I have. Some other have flat ones. I wouldn't worry that much, as both are existing. Besides, if there are 2 versions of the rep, I guess it's in the same manufacturer (maybe just a question of spare parts or whatever). Because I doubt there are two manufacturers for such a rare model. Especially if the rest of your rep is identical to mine.
Pix Posted January 16, 2008 Author Report Posted January 16, 2008 Actually I am more and more convinced that the black one is the right replica (look at my link). The white would be "nothing else" but the black, with the white colour. I did not find (yet ?) my white model on B&M' s website (as previously mentionned), except in the 40mm size, but with an other font for the hours and these flat subdials. Also, the Panda dial seems to only exist on rubber. Again, this is just a theory, as manufacturer's websites are not always up to date. That reminds me of golden reps which take the same cases as the SS versions : only the colour changes, not the details. This does not explain why you have flat subdials whereas I have the others on the very same model.
Stephane Posted January 16, 2008 Report Posted January 16, 2008 Pix, I'm totaly confused now. 1) Could a Swiss 7750 be fited in the rep ? 2) Does the white dial, like yours, exist on rubber band ? Cheers Stephane
Pix Posted January 16, 2008 Author Report Posted January 16, 2008 My understanding is that : - same possibilities to inser a Swiss 7750 as with any Asian based 7750 : some modifications need to be done - on B&M' s website only the Panda ruber is correct. However I don't think that rep manufacturers would have made such a big mistake : I can't definitely confirm that there were not other versions (ours) previously. This deserves a hunt on the web.
walooo Posted January 20, 2008 Report Posted January 20, 2008 With this beautifull watch at ~$300, meaning in asia it would be about 75 I really dont understand where they get off selling the HBB rep with the same movement for ~$900!? Can someone explain?
Pix Posted January 25, 2008 Author Report Posted January 25, 2008 Hi, as I had the opportunity to open the caseback, here's a shot of the movement and the engraved rotor. As expected, it's excellent.
Dario33 Posted February 27, 2008 Report Posted February 27, 2008 New flavor of the Riviera up at King's site -- anyone checked it out yet?
alw Posted September 7, 2008 Report Posted September 7, 2008 I wonder how this compares to the quartz version which is a bargain....
musicale Posted November 3, 2008 Report Posted November 3, 2008 Looks great - only thing I'd point out is that the datefont doesn't look like the ETA, but like the Asian datefont. But that is an easy swap! Tempted to get one...
chronoluvvv Posted November 4, 2008 Report Posted November 4, 2008 Looks great - only thing I'd point out is that the datefont doesn't look like the ETA, but like the Asian datefont. But that is an easy swap! Tempted to get one... DO IT ! i've got the black XXL w/Chief's AR on a bracelet ... absolutely LUVVV it
asciwhite Posted August 1, 2009 Report Posted August 1, 2009 Just got my panda I LOVE it. However I ordered the bracelet and I don`t like it. Anyone know if it is possible to get a custom leather strap made for this bad boy?? I bought a Panerai leather strap witch I will attempt to modify. But I have my doubts whereas I am able to get it right... Just notching it out at the top and taper the sides a bit. Cut a tube in two and use as inserts for the narrow end. Send me a PM or an answer to this post regarding custom strap job THX
chronoluvvv Posted August 2, 2009 Report Posted August 2, 2009 Send me a PM or an answer to this post regarding custom strap job THX if ya want, i can send ya a rep rubber strap for the same that i can't use (cut too short by the previous owner) maybe you can use it to compare notes as you go around working on the leather strap
AstroAvia Posted August 30, 2009 Report Posted August 30, 2009 Old thread bump. There is a dealer (asian7750)offering the white Riviera on bracelet for $228 now, but I think it is the flat subdials version, whereas I like the concentric circles better.
procobrito Posted February 26, 2014 Report Posted February 26, 2014 Hi, i'm new here. I'm looking for one Baume & Mercier Riviera 8669, I fond one in asian7750.com, for U$288 with asian 7750 movement. But I can't send a message to Tony. Anyone knows his e-mail or a better (cheaper) place to get this watch? Thank you all
epicwatchmaniac Posted April 24, 2014 Report Posted April 24, 2014 Hi, i'm new here. I'm looking for one Baume & Mercier Riviera 8669, I fond one in asian7750.com, for U$288 with asian 7750 movement. But I can't send a message to Tony. Anyone knows his e-mail or a better (cheaper) place to get this watch? Thank you all Please inform me if you are able to get to Tony. Thank you.
ghost Posted May 30, 2014 Report Posted May 30, 2014 I've bought from tony several times before. Has been ok. Prices can't be beat. The B&M Riviera. I liked it so much i bought the gen. It's a fun watch
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