mjmurphy926 Posted January 3, 2008 Report Share Posted January 3, 2008 I just received my SMP chrono from Andrew. Overall I'm very happy with the watch. However, there is a small dent on one of the SELs. In some light it's hardly noticeable, but in other light it's very noticeable. It was the first thing I noticed when I unwrapped the watch. I've emailed Andrew asking if he would swap out a new bracelet if I sent him this one. So far, he has just laughed it off saying it's "SO SMALL". Am I asking too much? What would you do? Would you live with it, or ask for replacement? Thanks, Mike I had trouble capturing the dent it in a picture. It does look pretty small in this shot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
piratedzeus Posted January 3, 2008 Report Share Posted January 3, 2008 Try to removeit...? Rebrush or whatever.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mickey Padge Posted January 3, 2008 Report Share Posted January 3, 2008 I think if that is the only flaw you can spot, you have done very well Most times when buying a rep you will get a few problems or issues, at least that is how it has been for me. If that tiny mark is the only problem with the watch, you should count yourself lucky Like piratedzeus says, it could probably be buffed out with care. Cheers! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
southcoast68 Posted January 3, 2008 Report Share Posted January 3, 2008 If it were me, and the watch in general was good (tells time, chronos work and reset, good dial, no loose parts, etc.), I'd live with it. Its a real hassle to send one back for a replacement. Especially considering that the replacement may have more serious issues than just a small ding. Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LordRasta Posted January 3, 2008 Report Share Posted January 3, 2008 It would drive me insane, but at some point I "damage" every watch I wear. I know think of it as being character, the story of the watch and I move on. Now that I'm older I tend not to stress over the things I used to. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martyd3 Posted January 3, 2008 Report Share Posted January 3, 2008 The dent looks light. It could be fixed easily. If you don't have the tools and are in the US, I would gladly do it for you. In any case, if everything else is right about the watch, I would not return it. If it really bothers you, I would try to buy another bracelet from Andrew. I am sure he would discount it for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
piratedzeus Posted January 3, 2008 Report Share Posted January 3, 2008 Sure. Like 40-50$ i guess. And in 2 month it is scratched too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FxrAndy Posted January 3, 2008 Report Share Posted January 3, 2008 Exactly what Andrew said, So small, dont worry about it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Tracy Posted January 3, 2008 Report Share Posted January 3, 2008 Are You ? Yes you are,.... With all that could go wrong,.. you have hit the jackpot,.. appreciate it or forever lose the good graces of not only the dealers but the lucky fairy you have watching over you... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mjmurphy926 Posted January 3, 2008 Author Report Share Posted January 3, 2008 Thanks for the advice guys. I'll stop bugging Andrew (except maybe to ask for a deal on another bracelet). It is a very nice watch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulV Posted January 3, 2008 Report Share Posted January 3, 2008 My last watch, an LV came with a marker swimming around. I had to glue it, so i wouldn't mind about a minor flaw like yours. As long as it works, the chrono reset perfect and/or day date is aligned i wouldn't bother. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mjmurphy926 Posted January 4, 2008 Author Report Share Posted January 4, 2008 The dent looks light. It could be fixed easily. If you don't have the tools and are in the US, I would gladly do it for you. In any case, if everything else is right about the watch, I would not return it. If it really bothers you, I would try to buy another bracelet from Andrew. I am sure he would discount it for you. Marty, Thanks for the offer, but I think I'll try. If I ruin it, I'll buy another bracelet. Thanks again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mjmurphy926 Posted January 4, 2008 Author Report Share Posted January 4, 2008 WOW!! Andrew is the man. I mailed him and asked him for what price he would sell me a new bracelet. He is sending me a new one for free!! Even after I offered to pay what he considered a fair price. Still free. He has won my allegiance!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
omeega Posted January 4, 2008 Report Share Posted January 4, 2008 The SMP I got has a slightly misaligned pearl and bezel. Overall yours looks great, and just remember that if you wear it like a rep should be worn, you'll probably scratch or dent it anyway. This really is a great rep, FAR better than the standard SMP and black SMP chrono I have. It just feels so darn real. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lanikai Posted January 4, 2008 Report Share Posted January 4, 2008 Do like I do... look at it long and hard... then come back to it often, and look at it again ... trick it by waiting awhile, then hurry back and give it a real mean stare for a long time ,.................when your over obsessing about it (not that I do that) .. by then you will have another ding so better get yourself a brush pen now.. to take out scratches from the brushed area only of the watch and bracelet (ebay ..watch boys),.... a pen eraser will do it also..... get a dremel, polishing felt wheel, and metal polish or red rouge to take out scratches from the polished area of the watch.. Now that you are armed and ready for any intrusion... LIVE STRONG AND WEAR IT WELL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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