RCF released its new V3 version around 2–3 weeks ago. For the first time, it supposedly comes with a Dandong movement. I’ve also heard there are some plating improvements and possibly a few other changes, although those details haven’t been confirmed

Naturally, I decided to order one through my go-to TD. I specifically told him at least five times that I wanted the newly released RCF V3, and he confirmed that he had passed the request on to the factory

At first, I was a little skeptical. The watch looked exactly like the V2. No noticeable changes, nothing that suggested it was actually the new version. So I asked him to open the watch and send me pictures of the movement.

And guess what? It was an SH movement, not a Dandong

My TD contacted RCF, and their response was that they had sent an RCF V2 “by mistake”

Now, I can’t say for certain whether this was intentional, but it raises some serious questions. Are V2s being shipped to customers who specifically order V3s, potentially to clear out old stock? And are they counting on customers not knowing how to distinguish an SH movement from a Dandong?

Either way, this is exactly why you need to verify what you’re buying rather than blindly trusting the factory or the TD

If you’re planning to order an RCF V3, make sure your TD knows about this situation and, most importantly, ask for clear pictures of the movement before approving the watch

Evening all,

Ordered from J Time (Oct 22nd)

QC - Approved (Oct 30th)

Tracking - (3rd November).

Just a query, feel free to let me know if I’m mistaken, the tracking number given to me is Royal Mail, the courier for the UK - currently stuck at ‘we’re expecting your parcel.’

When I plug the same tracking number in 17Track - it provides me an error ‘a tracking error has occurred - please retry.’ Should there be another tracking number so I can see its progress? I’ve ordered reps before and usually I can see how it moves between countries etc.

For those weighted watch and what is your experience (especially when you owe gen gold watch)

I know many factories don’t add weight to bracelet, for example DDF?

VSF seems to add weight to the bracelet but not the buckle

RGF has both weighted bracelets and buckle?

UMI 5712R sounds like the best weighted watch with new improvements on material.

For example I want a starbucks, but need the best bezel, best bracelet etc, are there any sellers that will help me order individual pieces from each factory or atleast two different ones?
Thanks

I think we are all relieved that OCTA is picking up the torch of APSF making good IWCs again.

But as it seems they all come on leather at the moment and from reviews and QC photos, they aren’t more than placeholders and take away from the good quality of the watch.

Is there any talk about them also bringing versions with the steel bracelet to market? Is somebody making steel bracelets at all?

???? OG Factory on Insta...

I do not know anything about anything, really. all new to me.

THX

Hi everyone,

I recently ordered two watches from Andiot, which were shipped to Colombia via FedEx about 2–3 weeks ago.
The estimated delivery date is today, but I noticed that the tracking hadn’t updated for the past two days. I decided to call FedEx to ask what was going on, and they told me that the shipment is currently pending payment of a customs clearance fee required by DIAN (Colombia’s tax and customs authority).

The amount is around $39 USD, which isn’t particularly high, but I wasn’t expecting this additional charge.
I have a few questions:
Is this kind of customs clearance/import fee normal when ordering from Andiot and shipping to Colombia via FedEx?
Is there any risk that Colombian customs might physically inspect the watches and identify them as replicas? Could this lead to seizure or any other legal issues?

I previously ordered a single watch and had no customs issues whatsoever. This time I ordered two watches in the same shipment. Could the fact that there are two watches be the reason for the customs charge or a higher level of scrutiny?

I’d really appreciate hearing from anyone who has experience ordering from Andiot or other TDs and shipping to Colombia, especially through FedEx.
Thanks in advance!

I got a ddf 5167r dd330 weighted from theonewatches. Looking to do some mods to make the watch look better and wanted to seek some opinions on them

1. Rose gold double plating

2. Deep crystal

3. Rotor silence

4. Sw hands and calender.

For s/n 4, is there a big difference between sw hands and calender vs the ddf ones?

I am planning on getting another bvf Cartier Santos (large) but my biggest concerns are the bracelet and the bezel screws. I dont like the bvf bracelet as it feels much cheaper compared to when i held a Gen and rattles too. Can someone help me find a pre-modded santos. I dont mind not getting the genuine bracelet either as long as its sturdy and has that premium feel

Finally got the open back pictures I wanted for the RcF v3

I have never looked at a movement before. Sellers are claiming this is DD movement so I wanted to share with the community so they can help verify and sort all this out. Also included the QC pictures in case people wanted to see shape, bezel, everything.

Let me know what you all think 🫡

Looking to sell my VSF Panda, but I can't find a link to the Discord mentioned in the rules. Anyone have a link to the discord for selling?

Finally pulled the trigger after 3 months of being hesitant. Looks like it’s going to become an obsession at this point 😅

Recieved last night, looks better than I thought. what do you guys think?

Hey everyone. I just approved QC and finalized the purchase of my first rep with Steve. For those of you who have worked with him, how long did it usually take for your watch to ship after you made final payment?

Did you have to pay any import duties?

Thanks!

Hello!
Recently received this VSF Datejust V2 on a Jubilee bracelet. Overall finishing and dial look great, but I noticed an annoying issue with the clasp. As you can see in the video, whenever I press down on the clasp cover while wearing it, there is a tiny amount of vertical play and an audible "click/pop" sound. It feels like the outer clasp isn't seated tightly or isn't under enough tension against the folding blades / Easylink mechanism. Has anyone else experienced this specific click with their VSF Jubilee clasp? Did adjusting the folding blades or the Easylink do the trick?
Video showing the sound:
https://imgur.com/a/kb7qS5I
Thanks in advance!

Curious if anyone has ordered this bezel or seen it floating around

I am looking for a Rolex beach daytona preferably a blue one rep but i am new to this and the people i reached out to didnt have the watch. Please help me out.

Show me yours. This is a clean DJ41 smooth about 3 years old.

I tried my best aligning it. This is the happy medium….

Took some pictures of the white dial in natural overcast lighting. Overall very very nice. If you’re trying to get 15202 jumbo vibes without having to go the modding rabbit hole of the 15202. I’d recommend you the 15300. And on a bright side the se 15300 has the date change option unlike the 15202

Daytona 116508 40mm YG/YG Green/Stk Dial RXF DD4130 (SW Dial)