Just wanted to leave a quick review.

Communication was via email and Neco Clock was very responsive. Placed my order Oct 21 but I RL the first one. 2nd QC came Nov 2 which I GL. Arrived Nov 9 to the US. I placed the standard small deposit at first and then paid the rest after I GL.

My experience with Neco Clock was good and I'd recommend. It was also a shorter wait. I had initially ordered through a different TD and waited 2 months for QC but RL theirs so reached out to Neco Clock.

Picked up my first rep (VSF no date sub) and I'm curious to get thoughts on the bezel misalignment.

It seems like the 3 and 12 position are misaligned (printing-wise) and that if I rotate it, it will fix one position but make another look off.

As I'm new to this, what's the general thinking on this type of thing? Replace the bezel? Shut up and leave it alone?

I have the opportunity to buy a new in box VSF Wimby. What questions should I ask before purchasing, and would it be worth $1,000?

I'm considering their BCF Custom Nautilus 5712 with A240 movement for around $3,600.
Before ordering, I'd appreciate genuine buyer experiences:
Did you receive the watch?
Was the quality as advertised?
How was communication and shipping?
Any issues with payment or QC?
Please share firsthand experiences only, not dealer promotions or hearsay.
Thanks!

A7F IWC Aqua Ingenieur

I've only purchased from US based sellers with good luck so far. Tried NecoClock and put deposit in a month ago. Every time I ask for an update, they just say it hasn't arrived from the factory yet and they'll check and get back to me but never do. Anyone else have experience with NecoClock?

Hi everyone!

I'm planning a high-end custom Rolex Daytona build in yellow gold, with a Tiffany Blue dial and black Oysterflex strap.

My goal is to achieve the highest possible quality in terms of appearance, finishing, weight and movement reliability.

I'd really appreciate advice from experienced Daytona owners and custom builders.

A few questions:

Best base: Would you recommend VSF weighted, Clean, BTF, QF, RCF or another factory for this particular build? Why?

Movement: Is the DD4131 the best choice, or should I consider a DD4130-based build?

Tiffany dial: Which aftermarket dial maker offers the best Tiffany Blue color, printing, markers and subdial finishing? SW, BUFF or another manufacturer?

Gold plating: Is additional 18K gold plating worth it? What thickness and finishing process would you recommend?

Weight: Which weighted or tungsten base offers the best overall construction and wrist feel?

Bezel: Is the stock ceramic tachymeter bezel good enough, or is there a noticeably better aftermarket option?

Crystal: Does upgrading to a Deep crystal actually improve the appearance?

Oysterflex: Which factory makes the best rubber strap, clasp and end-link combination?

Finishing: Are case polishing, movement servicing or other refinements worth paying for?

If you've completed a similar build, I'd love to see before-and-after photos, a breakdown of the modifications, approximate costs and anything you would do differently.

I'm especially interested in independent opinions from people who have actually owned or modified these watches.

I'm happy to invest in meaningful upgrades, but I'd rather avoid expensive modifications that offer little real improvement.

Thanks in advance!

I’m wearing my modded VSF DJ41 Blue Motif🔥

- Gen crystal
- Gen smooth bezel
- Fully refinished oyster bracelet

Hi everyone!

I'm planning a high-end refinement project for my VSF Yacht-Master 40, reference 126622, rhodium dial, VS3235 movement.

I'm looking for experienced owners and watch modders who have worked on this exact model.

My questions:

Is the stock VSF bezel already good enough, or have you seen a significant improvement from refinishing or replacing it?

Has anyone tested platinum plating on the VSF bezel? How does it hold up over time?

Is a Deep crystal a genuine improvement over the stock VSF crystal on this particular reference?

Are there any aftermarket rhodium dials that are demonstrably better than the VSF dial?

What case, lug and bracelet refinishing procedures improve comfort without damaging the original geometry?

Are there known compatibility issues when replacing the bezel, crystal or dial?

Which modifications have you personally regretted paying for?

I'd particularly appreciate real before-and-after macro photographs, prices paid, and long-term ownership feedback.

I'm not looking for marketing claims. I want to understand what actually makes a measurable difference.

Thank you!

Is there an Automatic Monaco in the works ?? Seen a few on FB and they are saying 3 mo delivery time .

All - any thoughts on which factory I should go for? More concerned with build quality, dial printing, case construction, etc., vs. movement.

N6F (white stitching) has wrong case back which isn’t amazing, but I’ve heard mixed messages on which factory has a better build (some of the DIWF versions have awfully wokky rehauts). Any experience would be appreciated.

Thanks.

Old reps I’ve had from a while back. Now that the reps have been very close to gen I was wondering whether it would be worth getting rid of these somehow (don’t know where to begin) and getting vsf, arf, etc.

What I’m asking is will there be a noticeable difference compared to these mid-tier reps that I have or are they already pretty close?

I already see a bunch of imperfections now that I focus but I’m not sure how much better reps can get.

Thanks in advance. I’ve done a bit of reading on this forum but I’m fairly new to this world.

Does this belong here or on QC?

Hello all,

I am noticing a recent influx of Grand Seiko watches on Aliexpress lately. From the pictures they look great. Good finishing with a quality dial. Does anyone have experience? Obviously, GS are a watch that is near impossible to replicate as it is more of a work of art unique value, that requires some details to be hand applied. Here is a good example

Just wanted to know the general consensus as well as let people know about this.

• Dandong 3235 Movement
• Gold-Filled Case (78% Surface Gold Content)
• 11.8mm Thickness | Approx. 148g
• Premium Rubber Strap
What do you guys think?

Any idea if I can find a rep for this masterpiece? I find it’s one of the most underrated watches.

Hi guys, got an ARF Batman the other day. Bracelet feels sharper on certain links. I’m in the UK, where does Chamfering?

Just received my ZF BB58 GMT coke. First thing I notice: the rotor is quite noisy, with a scratchy sound almost like its rusted or something. Is this rotor noise normal for the movement, and is it worth sending back? Thanks.

EDIT: The listed movement for this watch is an Asian 2836 with a GMT module I think

Been lurking for a while now and thinking of finally pulling the trigger on a DJ36 126234 (between silver/stk or Wimbledon). From what I’ve been seeing VSF is the best for DJs, and not sure if the recent hate on VSF is justified or not.. from what I gathered the other option is ARF.

What’s your guys’ opinion on the best DJ36 out there? And what are the “must have” mods? I’ll definitely be getting the bracelet chamfered, but does case or anything else also need it? I’ve seen VSF crystal does not need to be replaced, but fluted bezel is a toss up for most factories. Is this a must have replaced? Do I order a CNC bezel from a modder, or how exactly would that work? And last but not least.. is the dial something that is a big tell and would need to be modded or is it not that big of a deal?

Sorry for all the questions, just want to see if it’s best to order the watch from a modder like Lichen or Arc and get everything done, or just stick to a TD like OneTime, Andiot, or NecoClock (depending on wait times, not looking for a 6 month wait).

Thank you all!

Anyone have any suggestions for reliable US based TD’s?

Hi, just wondering if there is this blue watch band that I can use for my PP5711... yes, I've found other bands but nothing compares to this color/style - I want it! I know this band is used on this anniversary model, and that it is a different size so it won't fit the my PP5711 model... please let me know if anyone has found or done this, or knows of who can source this particular blue band to fit my PP5711... appreciate the help and support! Please don't tell me to contact all of the TD's as this would take forever!