JumpingBunny Posted March 8, 2009 Report Share Posted March 8, 2009 I bought this about 5 years ago from a friend at work.I have no clue where he purchased it from? I only wear it on weekends if that.The watch in person looks pretty nice.It used to have some type of green Rolex sticker on the back but,I accidently jumped in the pool with it and it is no longer in comission lol.Out in the sun,the crystal (it's prolly not crystal) has some weird haze at the right angle that is prolly associated with the material? Tell me what you think,and how do I know if this watch is worth modding? Thanks in advance..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spa Posted March 8, 2009 Report Share Posted March 8, 2009 personally i wouldn't do any kind of work on this. I'd buy a new one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iceclimber Posted March 8, 2009 Report Share Posted March 8, 2009 I agree, the cost of mods alone, including shipping costs, parts availability etc. could be prohibitive, when you could get a WM9 LV from BK for around $450+. I would look at current reps before deciding... just my 2 pence. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sconehead Posted March 8, 2009 Report Share Posted March 8, 2009 CG's are way off, mag on the crystals to weak, rehaut looks wokky on the pics and the SEL's are wrong IMO. Same here, I wouldn't bother modding it unless you want a watch to practice on. It's your call though... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JumpingBunny Posted March 8, 2009 Author Report Share Posted March 8, 2009 CG's are way off, mag on the crystals to weak, rehaut looks wokky on the pics and the SEL's are wrong IMO. Same here, I wouldn't bother modding it unless you want a watch to practice on. It's your call though... OK...thanks everybody I really appreciate the "heads-up." Now,who is WM9 LV from BK? I'm sorry for sounding "We-tarded" but,I'm not familiar with this company or person and would like to know of something reputable (individual or business) that I may contact for further purchase for a new "Sub" and it doesn't have to be the Aniv.model. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
By-Tor Posted March 9, 2009 Report Share Posted March 9, 2009 Yeah it's worth modding... sure. But only with this: Sorry man but it's a terrible LV Sub. Absolutely horrendous. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spa Posted March 9, 2009 Report Share Posted March 9, 2009 noobmariner is the word you need to search for... Forum is full of it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeeJay Posted March 9, 2009 Report Share Posted March 9, 2009 I bought this about 5 years ago from a friend at work.I have no clue where he purchased it from? I only wear it on weekends if that.The watch in person looks pretty nice.It used to have some type of green Rolex sticker on the back but,I accidently jumped in the pool with it and it is no longer in comission lol.Out in the sun,the crystal (it's prolly not crystal) has some weird haze at the right angle that is prolly associated with the material? Tell me what you think,and how do I know if this watch is worth modding? Thanks in advance..... I don't really have any spare cash at the moment, but if you're ever interested in selling it, send me a PM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JumpingBunny Posted March 9, 2009 Author Report Share Posted March 9, 2009 Yeah it's worth modding... sure. But only with this: Sorry man but it's a terrible LV Sub. Absolutely horrendous. Ouch!!! "I want my mommy!!!" lol....... OK....so it's a POS from what you fella's are saying.Well,mechanically it's been great and I have had a few compliments.It does look nice in person but,you guy's are used to owning and seeing some of the best reps.around so I feel where you are comming from.Right now though....I'm not ready to give it the "hammertime" smash-smash lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cht Posted March 9, 2009 Report Share Posted March 9, 2009 Also, it is missing the maxi minute hand. Agreed, a $100 noobmariner would be a nice step in the right direction. Pretty much all the sellers(collectors) offer them. Trustytime.com, pam111.com, etc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
P4GTR Posted March 9, 2009 Report Share Posted March 9, 2009 It's pretty way off man. lol.. Not much more I can say that hasn't been said. Any sort've WIS (watch idiot savant) would spot that a mile away. $100 noobmariner it up! Spring for the A-ETA and be runnin at 28.8K! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alligoat Posted March 9, 2009 Report Share Posted March 9, 2009 The case has lugholes, so it has some value. And since it's an older rep, it probably has a swiss eta in it- especially if it's still running good. But updating to a WM9 V2 LV would be a very good step Even a noobmariner would be an upgrade- esp. one with an eta, but now days you just never know if you're getting a swiss eta or an asian copy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iceclimber Posted March 9, 2009 Report Share Posted March 9, 2009 http://www.rwg.cc/members/Annoucing-WM9-V2-BK-t85804.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JumpingBunny Posted March 10, 2009 Author Report Share Posted March 10, 2009 The case has lugholes, so it has some value. And since it's an older rep, it probably has a swiss eta in it- especially if it's still running good. But updating to a WM9 V2 LV would be a very good step Even a noobmariner would be an upgrade- esp. one with an eta, but now days you just never know if you're getting a swiss eta or an asian copy. Yeah...it runs fantastic for being at least 5 years old.I will upgrade IMO it's worth it to me $$ money-wise and also wearing a watch that is more gen-like. Wow...mine is that bad lol!!! I went to Ebay awhile back to look at a gen model and compared mine,and it looked pretty good??? Lol,yes that is through "newb" eyes though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JumpingBunny Posted March 10, 2009 Author Report Share Posted March 10, 2009 http://www.rwg.cc/members/Annoucing-WM9-V2-BK-t85804.html Thanks for the link...I would love to have one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
highoeyazmuhudee Posted March 10, 2009 Report Share Posted March 10, 2009 thats a NYC street rep. best to pay $110 bucks and get a noobmariner which is MILES ahead of that one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JumpingBunny Posted March 10, 2009 Author Report Share Posted March 10, 2009 thats a NYC street rep. best to pay $110 bucks and get a noobmariner which is MILES ahead of that one. 10-4....who is the best vendor/dealer for the noobmariner at this time? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
highoeyazmuhudee Posted March 10, 2009 Report Share Posted March 10, 2009 10-4....who is the best vendor/dealer for the noobmariner at this time? here's mine: I got it from eurotimez, and paid extra for the added "QC". I still had to fix some minor issues with mine tho, like a crooked dial and an unevenly pressed crystal. My next choice was Josh, then Andrew. At this time ONLY eurotimez gaurantees a GENUINE ETA. If you dont care about a genuine swiss movement and are getting the $100 range one with an Asian movement, then any of the above mentioned dealers should suffice. on mine i trimmed the CGs, changed out the pearl/insert and recessed it, added a smaller crown and fixed everything geometrically as well... regreased all the seals and pressure tested it to 40meters. Also got the high beat asian movement (4813) instead of the stock 21.6K 2813 one (sweeps nicer, a WORTH while upgrade for the extra $ IMO)which keeps time (-5)to(-12secs) depending on how active I am. Im gonna eventually drill lug holes on this one so it's an earlier F series case once i solve some alignment issues with the lug holes and springbars. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JumpingBunny Posted March 10, 2009 Author Report Share Posted March 10, 2009 here's mine: I got it from eurotimez, and paid extra for the added "QC". I still had to fix some minor issues with mine tho, like a crooked dial and an unevenly pressed crystal. My next choice was Josh, then Andrew. At this time ONLY eurotimez gaurantees a GENUINE ETA. If you dont care about a genuine swiss movement and are getting the $100 range one with an Asian movement, then any of the above mentioned dealers should suffice. on mine i trimmed the CGs, changed out the pearl/insert and recessed it, added a smaller crown and fixed everything geometrically as well... regreased all the seals and pressure tested it to 40meters. Also got the high beat asian movement (4813) instead of the stock 21.6K 2813 one (sweeps nicer, a WORTH while upgrade for the extra $ IMO)which keeps time (-5)to(-12secs) depending on how active I am. Im gonna eventually drill lug holes on this one so it's an earlier F series case once i solve some alignment issues with the lug holes and springbars. Thanks....much appreciated! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeeJay Posted March 10, 2009 Report Share Posted March 10, 2009 PM/Essay sent Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JumpingBunny Posted March 11, 2009 Author Report Share Posted March 11, 2009 PM/Essay sent Received...and very much appreciated Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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