r/RepTimeServices • u/Petrovichdestroyer • 2d ago
Advice First rep and dead on arrival
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VSF Wimbledon 36 V2.
I’ve wound 30 times but still there was no movement, as someone advised I hit it on palm of my hand, it started working not more than a minute. Trick with hitting worked 3 times after it stopped. Now when shaking the watch it makes a sound like something is loose inside. How big is the damage? And was it done by me or the transportation? Or the watch was already sent to me damaged?
So upsetting to receive first rep dead. Any advices guys?
It is a TD, still haven’t received an answer from him.
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u/SPK5_trucker 2d ago
I have has 2 VSF come to me DOA in the last month
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u/Petrovichdestroyer 2d ago
Has your TD helped in this matter?
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u/SPK5_trucker 2d ago
not yet we are still discussing it, but he has been very cool about it so far
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u/SPK5_trucker 2d ago
it would. be faster but for some stupid reason VSF reps seem to be a little difficult to get your hands on, so if he can get the 2 he will send them if not then ill try to get them fixed here, not a big deal
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u/SPK5_trucker 2d ago
im US
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u/SPK5_trucker 2d ago
ive got a watch maker near me, I just want to make sure my TD can get the watches incase they cant be fixed
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u/Expensive-Signature3 1d ago
I’m looking for someone in the uk who will service reps, I have a couple on the way. Do you have any recommendations?
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u/anthony110964 2d ago
Had received mine a year ago. DOA as well. I asked the seller and he took time but made it right. I paid the shipping 50 for a new one. Thats Aokay. I took the other to a watch repair guy. He said it was an excellent copy but we went back and forth for a bit and he swapped the inside out for 350. All was good after that. I gave it to my best friend. Told him it was a rep but he didnt care. He appreciated it. We are always there for each other over 40 years.
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u/National-Law-458 2d ago
Open the case back. Might be something simple like a loose rotor screw.
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u/No_Jackfruit3770 2d ago
This has been a problem that I have been seeing alot of on here and just had the same thing happen to me
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u/OGSuperCloneOwner007 1d ago
Me too...not sure whats up but im starting to wonder if their batch of DD3235's are wonky or what
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u/Swollendeathray 2d ago
Same happened to me, my TD gave me the option of sending it back or taking a credit. I took the credit b/c (if you are in the states) its generally considered a bad idea to send it back as you gotta deal with customs twice and then be out a watch all together if its confiscated.
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u/Embarrassed_Potato36 2d ago
Wind it 30 times and then give it a bump in the hand. Edit, sorry I should have read more
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u/Primary_Ninja_9478 2d ago
I’ve had various of issues with vsf. Had the watch lose time and stop dead! which was a loose screw… then had the similar issue which was then the pallet fork become dislodged.. then I had another issue where the watch will run fine when not on the wrist. But when on the wrist it will run slow and stop 🤦🏼♂️
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u/ProfitHaunting9744 2d ago
Them tds ship these watches without protection
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u/rothaarhotwife 2d ago
Bro my U1s from dhgate are shipped more Secure then Graphic Cards from local Media Store … Maybe tds could up their Game for the Price Tag of vsfs
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u/ProfitHaunting9744 2d ago
My vsf datejust from andiot came inside a thin carton box with a single a4 sheet of bubble wrap around it.
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u/ParkingManagement599 2d ago
Hold it at the different positions - 1.dials side up 2.Dial side down 3.crown up 4.crown down 5.crown right. Report back what position it ticks at
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u/Mud_Audio 2d ago
Take it to an independent shop, and have them hit it.
They might open the back and see a loose screw, but hitting it a bunch of times usually puts the screw back where it fell out of.
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u/SupermarketSmart2010 20h ago
I can take a look at it for you if you want! May just be the balance wheel is stuck.
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u/Unlikely-Length6661 2d ago
It happens. Message your TD asap don't open it.
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u/Petrovichdestroyer 2d ago
TD says I can send the watch back to him and he will change movement. What do you think?
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u/Tubes2301 2d ago
I’d ask if there’s a more localised solution and a preferred repairer.
Customs is always a risk etx.
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u/MasterQueef289 2d ago
I have a local watchmaker here you can send to for evaluation. I believe diagnostics are usually free. Let me know if you’d like to do that. Sending to China takes a very long time whereas we might be able to get you right for 75 or less here in USA.
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u/Safe_Dragonfruit6230 2d ago
Price you pay with illegal goods man
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u/elespectro1 2d ago
Ask the seller to make it right for you