ubiquitous Posted May 31, 2009 Report Share Posted May 31, 2009 Hey gang- Just wanted to share my new acquisition that landed on the door step yesterday. With the help of some friends (Lani, Kruz and TMG), I got my hands on one of DSN's new Fifty Fathoms offerings. Lani and Kruzer helped coordinate the logistics and TMG ultimately helped make up my mind with pics of his own FF So, my thanks to you guys Now, I know this run of Fifty Fathoms are not the most accurate with regards to matching their gen counterparts 100%. Granted, there are numerous variations in dial/bezel/case configurations out there for gen, I do think that there are some significant differences with the rep. In my particular instance, I decided to go for the Tornek dialed piece, and I view this watch as being more of a re-creation or hommage, similar in the way that others have handled reissues (Precista/TF, MKII, etc). So, the inaccuracies don't bother me a whole lot with this mind set. Plus, the dial is rather simple, plain and signed by something that appears to be completely inconspicuous. Very low key and low profile. At any rate, here are some pics. This one's got a pretty chunky case... A bit bigger than I really expected. I threw it on a grey G10, which was my wife's choosing; she thought it would go great with the little humidity indicator on the dial Been wearing it all day, and it sits on the wrist rather well, despite it's heft. My only complaint, which isn't a fault of the watch is the scratchy G10 I put it on. Some rough spots that I'll have to figure out. Otherwise, it's a great combo... Very relaxed and casual. At any rate, I'm really enjoying it; very fun piece and I'm glad I got it. I've always wanted a vintage Fifty Fathoms, but never got around to buying one when they were relatively inexpensive. I was kicking myself up to the point where I decided to give this one a try. So far, I think it's satiated my desire for the gen vintage; but I may venture out further and give some of the other Fifty Fathoms re-creations a try; MKII's Tornek dialed variant is looking quite promising. Next trip is to the local guy's pressure tester and then, who knows? I thought about maybe vintagizing, but I'm undecided if that will be the case as of yet. We'll see... Thanks for looking, R Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
POTR Posted May 31, 2009 Report Share Posted May 31, 2009 Very nice Ubi... Some of us have been waiting a very long time... This is just about close enough for me (especially if I can fit the proper AS movement)... But, finances dictate otherwise today... I'll have to wait a little longer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tmg Posted May 31, 2009 Report Share Posted May 31, 2009 Great shots Ubi! Glad I'm spreading the FF gospel, it's a treat to wear. I really love the Tornek version, it wasn't released at the time I purchased mine or it would have been my first choice too. You might want to try a silicon divers strap.... very comfy and it doesn't make the watch feel so top heavy as a G10. I like the vintage tropic style that Squinky sells on ebay and gen forums, they're not smelly like gen rubber straps and a bit chunkier than the original. Enjoy and wear it well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeff g Posted May 31, 2009 Report Share Posted May 31, 2009 Stilll waiting for the non vintage rep FF 50th anniversary model. Perhaps the last rep I still NEED. Unless of course I can source a gen 60's Omega Seamaster 300. DSN offers some nice Vintage FF models. Wear it well Ubi. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronin Posted May 31, 2009 Report Share Posted May 31, 2009 Wicked Cool Ubi, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Watchmeister Posted May 31, 2009 Report Share Posted May 31, 2009 Ubi- Looks great and very nice pics. Wear that one well. It would be cool to see a touch of vintagizing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ubiquitous Posted May 31, 2009 Author Report Share Posted May 31, 2009 Thanks, guys! I've been pretty excited about this one since I saw it posted in DSN's section. Just a quick post with a few more pics before breakfast... Among friends: The domed crystal really makes this one a bugger to photograph, BTW! Cheers and have a great day! R Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
morlock Posted May 31, 2009 Report Share Posted May 31, 2009 Ubi, thanks for sharing those great shots. I am long time FF Fan, I have been thinking on getting one of those DSN, yours looks great. Congrats & enjoy it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Velasco Posted May 31, 2009 Report Share Posted May 31, 2009 (edited) Ubi - thanks for the pics! Great choice, this one is also on my wishlist... Any chance of a pic showing the movement? (you know, some hardcore... ) Thank you again! V. Edited May 31, 2009 by Velasco Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coolfire Posted May 31, 2009 Report Share Posted May 31, 2009 Ubi, that is a beauty... your pics always make reps seem gen! I'm glad you finally got the one you wanted! Wear it well, my friend.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rek001 Posted May 31, 2009 Report Share Posted May 31, 2009 Very cool and different - so nice to see some interest in something other than the DSSD (putting on my flak jacket). Love that bezel. Wear it well, R. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robertk Posted May 31, 2009 Report Share Posted May 31, 2009 Great photo's of a great watch, Ubi. I received an ffo1 and it has it's problems. the crown won't turn even using plyers. Took mine to my watchsmith and hope he can solve the problem. I'm so looking forward to it on my wrist. I've waited a long time for this one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lanikai Posted May 31, 2009 Report Share Posted May 31, 2009 Congrats R !!!!.. those images .. very cool macs.. agree.. the markings on the dial just look to clean.. .. I am tempted to try something on my own to get it looking like your Omega SM 300 dial.. but... Live Strong and Wear it Well A~C L Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
foucalt Posted May 31, 2009 Report Share Posted May 31, 2009 I've got the same model incoming from DSN but I agree that the dial is just to "fresh", I'd really like to make it more vintage and add a proper humidity indicator. However I lack skills to pull of a thing like that... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vlydog Posted June 1, 2009 Report Share Posted June 1, 2009 Beautiful and classy as usual R. How much is Davidsen selling these for? Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ubiquitous Posted June 1, 2009 Author Report Share Posted June 1, 2009 Thanks, gang! This one's a fun watch... Very unassuming, yet I have found that it sparks a lot of curiosity. Had a number of people ask what it was over the weekend. The unanimous concensus was that the overall shape of the case, large, fat bezel and the G10 all make it look far more like a piece of equipment than a mere watch. I think I agree With regards to aging this to a vintage look/feel- If I do go this route, it will be as a long term slow project. I like natural aging with my watches, and so I'll need to let this one get knocked around with some scars and wounds before I touch the dial. Indicies will likely be done to a very creme color rendition of tritium, and I need to figure out a way to dull down the dial a bit. If I really want this to look like it's been beaten down, I'll either send to Nanuq for a bit, or just let my wife wear it for a few days In all honesty, I think this one will likely see some signs of wear before long; the acrylic bezel insert and crystal are very large surface areas and I don't think it will take a significant amount of time or effort to get this one looking worn in. My biggest concern is making the lumed markers on the bezel looking old... As for where to buy- DSN has these listed in his section for $330 per. He has several dial variations and so I suggest browsing dial types to find the one of your preference. I just went with the Tornek dial as it was the most 'hommage' one offered, in my opinion. Plus, I always liked those old Tornek dialed vintage FF's... Just something about them... Cheers! R Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vlydog Posted June 1, 2009 Report Share Posted June 1, 2009 Ran across a few things the members might find interesting: a great review. http://www.fiftyfathoms.net/FiftyFathoms/FiftyFathoms.html and an interesting case-back Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jj69 Posted June 2, 2009 Report Share Posted June 2, 2009 Just for future reference, what are the known "flaws" in this particular rep? The only thing my untrained eyes have spotted so far is the crown. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vlydog Posted June 3, 2009 Report Share Posted June 3, 2009 Hey Ubi and tmg, have you had the case back off to comfirm genuine ETA? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ubiquitous Posted June 3, 2009 Author Report Share Posted June 3, 2009 Not yet. For the price, I'm assuming *maybe* Swiss, but am not holding my breath. I probably should crack it open... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nanuq Posted June 3, 2009 Report Share Posted June 3, 2009 My goodness, what watch is this? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coeuss Posted June 3, 2009 Report Share Posted June 3, 2009 My goodness, what watch is this? It's a classic beauty. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dluddy Posted June 4, 2009 Report Share Posted June 4, 2009 I'm really eyeing up this one Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robertk Posted June 4, 2009 Report Share Posted June 4, 2009 I'm really eyeing up this one I was eyeing it too. Than I finally stopped eyeing it and bought it. I went for the other dial and it's a beautiful replication. You won't regret it. Pictures soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jj69 Posted June 4, 2009 Report Share Posted June 4, 2009 Again, does anyone know what flaws, if any, these vintage Fifty Fathoms reps have? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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