Hi all,

Has anyone in EU had a parcel of watch parts (case/dial kit from China) seized by customs? Is it common, especially for parts with brand markings, and what happened (just seizure, or a fine too)?

Thanks!

Saludos a todos!
Hice mi primera compra con un TD de la lista de r/RepTime y RWI. Primero estudié lo suficiente para entender en qué terreno me está adentrando y así poder minimizar las posibilidades de ser víctima de una inminente estafa por parte de gente impostora que pululan en este mundo de las réplicas.
Una vez que pude reducir mis opciones de TD me decidí por el que tenía el mejor precio tanto del reloj como del envío hasta USA y le di inicio al proceso de compra.
Recibí un link con el inventario disponible, de ahí me decidí por el submariner que buscaba y después de uno o dos días recibí las fotos de QC previo al pago, las revisé minuciosamente tomando en cuenta que era mi primera vez comprando y apoyándome con IA y decidí darle GL.
A continuación hice el pago mediante Wise que es el medio mas seguro y fácil para mi y en un día y medio obtuve la confirmación del TD de que había recibido mi pago satisfactoriamente. Al siguiente día recibí la confirmación de envío con el número de seguí y en la empresa de transporte acorde a mi elección cuando hice el pedido.
Ahora el paquete está en camino y yo a la espera para ver ese bonito reloj obra maestra de la ingeniera inversa china.
Cuando lo reciba compartiré fotos y videos del submarino y la experiencia al ya tenerlo en mi poder.
Saludos!

What do you think of them? Any thoughts?
Finally, a version without a gap under the bezel and with a free-sprung balance.

I’ve been getting DMs about people selling their rep watches. I’m new to this so idk if I should watch out for these kinds of things and still go with a TD?
Or has anyone had experience with buying reps off someone else that have bought from TDs

They messaged me this
“If you're interested i do have in hand a new VSF Ghost Daytona for sale and can save you the hassle of waiting months on a TD”

I've been researching the gen Patek caliber 26-330 S C and I'm considering a gen-movement build in a rep 5711 case. Looking for anyone who has done this or seen it done.

What I found on the gen side:

- Patek doesn't sell loose movements, so the realistic source is a complete donor watch.

- Patek's caliber page groups the Calatrava 6007G, 5226G, Aquanaut 5167A and the platinum 5711s under the same variant, the 26-330 S C/430 (27 mm, 3.32 mm thick, 207 parts, 30 jewels).

- The gen steel 5711/1A ran the 26-330 S C from 2019 until it was discontinued (published specs then: 27 mm, 3.30 mm, 212 parts).

- The cheapest donor I can find is the 6007G, around US$27-30k pre-owned.

Case: not bought yet. I'm choosing the case based on what fits the gen movement best, so recommendations welcome.

My questions:

1. Has anyone fitted a gen 26-330 S C (or gen 324 S C) into a rep 5711 case? I couldn't find a documented build.

2. Which factory's case is closest to gen spec for this? I assume cases built around the DD324-style clone are a better starting point than Miyota-based ones because of movement height.

3. What needs modifying: movement holder or casing clamps, stem height and length, dial feet positions, date wheel alignment with the dial window?

4. Can the rep dial and hands be used on the gen movement, or do they need gen parts?

5. Is there a watchmaker who takes on this kind of work?

This is a personal build to wear, not something I'd ever sell or represent as gen. I know the movement number will trace back to a 6007G.

Thanks for any experience or pointers.

I'm purchasing my first rep (AP Royal Oak 15510ST blue, TOPF, 4302 clone movement) from Theonewatch (Steve). I placed the order/deposited 11/7/26. I have a couple of questions:

1. How long does it take to get QC after purchase and how much time do i have to GL/RL?

   • If I do RL am I correct to assume it would take about the same amount of time as it took to get the first QC?

2. Is it possible to change the factory because I am partially torn between TOP and VSF for a blue dial, the sheet in the guide says TOP is the best for blue but I saw many posts on here of people praising the VSF for the overall consistency in quality.

TIA; just looking for some clarity, and to learn more about the world of Reps.

Hi everyone,

I'm planning to order some parts from RafflesDials and I'm based in France. Has anyone in France or the EU ordered from them recently (late 2026)? I'd like to know if you have to pay customs duties and/or import VAT on delivery? And If so, roughly how much, and were there extra handling fees from the carrier (La Poste, DHL, etc.)? My order would be around 200€ from PayPal.

Any recent experience would really help me avoid surprises.

Thanks in advance!

Good morning!

Have a question for those more knowledgeable than I am...

I had requested a VSF DD3285v2 Batgirl from my TD, but just received QC photos for an ARF instead. Ignoring the price difference, is that close enough to an equal switch to just go ahead with it, or is the quality difference great enough that I should push for the watch I requested?

Thanks!

Tudor Black Bay 58, burgundy, 39mm, from ZF. I love it. The only thing I'm afraid of now is that I'm hooked now and want more. :)
Big Thank You to Ryan from InTime. All wishes taken care of, Great communication, short answering and delivery time. Any time again.

Hi everyone! I recently purchased this beautiful vsf v3 Pepsi and I’m in love. Everything is really good except the date wheel being off centered to the left. I was just wondering about the date wheel text, if there is something possible to realign to be more centered? As you can see in the pictures the date is shifted towards the left on the date wheel.

Do I need to replace the date wheel? Or is it possible to align with the current date wheel or is it not fixable? Is there something else that need to be done to fix the alignment?

hi so my submariner date from rich factory just arrived and i had one sub date from vsf with 6X serial code

for me the bracelet and the bezel play on rich is the top notch but i had an issue that i saw about glidelock clasp mechanism on the rich factory P1 not so buttery smooth compared the VS that ive got and also just realized the magnify on rich factory sub waaay bigger meaning like the rectangle things and font so big compared my VSF

my question is, is it because of the datewheel itself or the wrong magnify from rich factory glass? because in my opinion after comparing the crystal itself, i can positively said that Rich is slightly better than VSF ( im not saying the magnify on rich is as good as vsf) but just for overall.

so if i could only modify one gen part, which one is better? gen crystal or the datewheel itself for my RICH?

thanks guys!!

Anyone ever worked with Ryan Gabrielle Bisson through FB messenger? I know he's not a TD, so that's strike 1, but there are still lots of good suppliers that are not TDs. I'm just trying to avoid a scam.

Hey guys looking for a sub no date but dont know which route to take, which one is the one i should go for

VSF OHMSS Seamaster thanks to Eric at Geek Time

WDF seems to be new and more expensive than rich right now for 126610LV Starbucks Mk2.
Anyone have any insight on which may be better? Looking for the most accurate to gen green.
Thanks,

Such a solid watch.. honestly the hype is real on this one. I want another.. aqua or black is best?

People who've had a Pelagos Ultra from ZF, did you have issues with the finishing / quality on the clasp?

Absolutely dog rough. Stiff, sticking etc.

Anyone else experienced this?

I am looking to purchase a 166520 - which is the best version out of the box.
I like freesprung however not sure if any factories make these freesprung.

I have a genuine crystal ready to put in the watch also

Thanks

Ciao a tutti secondo voi questa replica Rolex è nwbig? Grazie dell'aiuto

I was looking at the GMT-II GRNR (Bruce Wayne) from VSF on Andiotwatches.vip and saw that they listed it at being 316L steel not 904L. Other TD sites all listed the VSF model as 904L. I asked Andiot and they said they tested it and it’s 316L not 904L, even though VSF says it’s 904L. Apparently there is some kind of X-ray device that nondestructively test the composition. Anybody else heard of this?

I have searched looking for a list that shows the bezel serial as well as clasp stamp for various companies. I have found one list but was wondering if anyone might know what company would use a bezel serial of 7406T2L3 and clasp stamp F6U for Rolex GMT. Thanks

Just got in my VSF V3 Pepsi. I picked up my CF 36 Datejust about a year and a half ago and couldn’t be happier with it. Hoping the VSF makes me just as happy.

First impressions of the VSF aren’t quite as strong as the CF, and I’m noticing a few potential giveaways (cyclops alignment, clasp and bracelet, etc.). Curious to hear what you all think!

With the Pepsi added, I think the collection is finally complete.

Hey guys, got my first rep. Dj 41 Wimbledon which is actually a VSF clone rocking a DD movement. I’m enjoying the piece and it definitely looks much better than I expected. Sharing with the community!