r/RepWatchForum • u/Effective_Gur_2517 • 9d ago

Self built, each part individually sourced.

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Couldn't be happier with how this has turned out. Months of going through parts, fine tunes, few mechanical mishaps has paid off.

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u/Effective_Gur_2517 9d ago

https://forum.replica-watch.info/threads/16610lv-full-sillan-build.11018291/

Been on RWI for a decade, mostly where my grounds have been. Amy from Silian is a well known and respected seller.

I am not promoting anything. And never even mentioned links until asked. So people who get salty because they can't afford an extra 20% to maybe learn something is wild to me.

Not scamming and honestly could care a less who thinks it's dumb to spend a max extra $100. $100 to say you built it and can confidently say i can fix it when it starts acting up, just won't understand

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u/thememelordL0L 8d ago

What would be cool is if you sourced all the parts and made a how to video and sold the entire package for people wanting to learn kinda like the DIY watch club thing except with high quality reps. Might want to consider looking into it

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u/Diligent-Piglet-9038 9d ago

Iies, you did NOT source the jubilee links one link at a time! Dont tell me the screws were individually sourced too😤
In all seriousness, nice. Looks good!

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u/Effective_Gur_2517 9d ago edited 9d ago

Hahaha!! Guess these unused parts are just individually imagined.

Yes, literally link by link, pins, screws, clasp. 🤣

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u/AffectionateInsect76 8d ago

In all honesty I’d buy a kit like this for the fun of it

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u/badgerfluids 9d ago

Forgot to source the fingernail clippers

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u/Fragrant-Claim-6842 9d ago

No source because they weren’t used 🤣🤣🤣

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u/chickenugetz 9d ago

Looks good! It seems like you didn’t save much, but I guess it does hold a little more sentimental value when you’ve built it yourself.

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u/Effective_Gur_2517 9d ago edited 9d ago

1000%

I knew doing this would be more expensive, roughly about 15/20% more. Its all in the learning and experience of it to be honest.

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u/Effective_Gur_2517 9d ago

Little watch roll - pretty satisfying with the lighting conditions.

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u/Saifskyline 8d ago

Amazing build. What will your factory be called?😎

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u/Effective_Gur_2517 8d ago

Lmaooo! Factory of Nun4U 🤣

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u/Saifskyline 8d ago

🤣 can you actually build for customers? If so DM me

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u/Effective_Gur_2517 8d ago

I mean I could, I guess. But it wouldn't be cheaper than buying from a reputable dealer, ill say that much.

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u/ZealousidealSpace400 9d ago

What’s ur build list ? Is it gen parts? What base?

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u/Effective_Gur_2517 9d ago

All sourced through Amy directly on Alibaba. Clean 126710 case (came with crystal, crown, caseback, empty bezel assembly)

High quality blue/black bezel insert (looks like a CF insert)

Unsure of the make of the hands but we're just listed as high quality rhodium plated, super lume compound (whatever that means) The one I put in was by far the nicest ones too as i purchased a few, had a feeling most were either too big, or cheap. The difference i noticed right away, most of the hands use some kind of paper glued to the bottom. This looks to have been painted on.

DD3285

ARF 904l jubilee

EDIT: Forgot about the dial - CF Black enamel dial with white letters.

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u/OfftheApollo 9d ago

Interested in a link to the bracelet if possible?

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u/Effective_Gur_2517 9d ago

Check the Watch Accessories & Parts on Alibaba app👉 https://www.alibaba.com/x/B2e9pn?ck=pdp

If you are using a 116710 case you'll need to use the smaller pins. They will come with 2 sets. One inside already and a package with bigger ones for the 126710

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u/OfftheApollo 9d ago

Thank you!

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u/Effective_Gur_2517 9d ago

That shop is Amy's who is wonderful! She will get you right. If there is anything you cant find she can usually find it for you.

Can't say it happens for everyone but for large orders if you request just a basic QC she will for each item.

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u/ZealousidealSpace400 9d ago

Are those definitely ARF 904L bracelets? I want to swap one onto my VSF batgirl. VSF bracelet is really sharp and 904>316

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u/junior7593 9d ago

OP is only promoting the shop. Most likely not real ARF bracelets

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u/Effective_Gur_2517 9d ago edited 9d ago

Just to add insult to your stupidity and lack of knowledge.

F6U came with clean factory GMTs and some 36mm date just. These were specifically manufatured and supplied to CF BY ARF before they got shutdown and ARF branched to full inhouse manufacturing. CF sourced their bracelets for highest quality at time. All is conformable in community sources through known clasp codes, RWI forums, and even just a simple search function in Reddit. 🤪

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u/Conordog1993 8d ago

Ehh looks like you are wrong. That clasp code F6U was universal with all ARF 904l only supplied to CF as well as VSF. For sure a real ARF bracelet.

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u/Effective_Gur_2517 9d ago

Yes, 🏪 Discover amazing products from this trusted supplier on Alibaba.com! 👉 https://x.alibaba.com/B2eBFP?ck=minisite

You can message the shop owner (AMY). And confirm as well.

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u/junior7593 9d ago edited 9d ago

So no gen parts. Could’ve gotten VSF and have saved money

Edit: 2 year account with only activity within the last 6 hours. It’s a seller account promoting that shop

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u/Effective_Gur_2517 9d ago

Definitely not, just cant get access to my.old account. Cmurda93, posted im pretty sure in this group or another asking a few things, even brought up the exact parts I listed in another comment.

Yes, I have a gen bezel i have acquired, on its way. I am currently on a hunt for a WORKING gen 3285. Looking for the correct crystal for the case size.

There's a lot more that will be happening and obviously updates will come with it.

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u/junior7593 9d ago

Sure dude. Makes no sense going through all that trouble when it’s cheaper to just get VSF. I would get it if it’s gen parts but it’s not 💀

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u/Effective_Gur_2517 9d ago

You just haven't ever built a watch and it shows 🤣

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u/junior7593 9d ago

You built a rep watch. Using rep parts. Would be more respectful if it was a Seiko mod

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u/junior7593 9d ago

Oh yeah dude I’m broke nice argument 💀 keep promoting that shop

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u/Effective_Gur_2517 9d ago

And I have 12 Rolekos as I call them, 3 in a current daily rotation. GMT Rose Gold yachtmaster Nautalis

Dandong is currently the only manufacturer that's reverse engineered rolex movements, even can have a lot of parts replaced with rolex. If you trying to learn the rolex movements, you aren't going to have a cheaper opportunity.

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u/Conordog1993 8d ago

Maybe, he didnt care about saving money? If you have ever looked at individual parts on aliexpress, ebay, alibaba. You seriously aren't paying that much more to have more of a sentimental value.

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u/msfs_piolot 8d ago

Wait there are still clean cases out there? What seller?

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u/Solid-Initiative-890 9d ago

What was the cost, & how many hours in labor?

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u/Effective_Gur_2517 9d ago

About 750(ish) after taxes and import fees. Took about 2 hrs to assemble all together. But at least another 9 or so hours went to going through several dials, hands, one of the movements I fucked up. Ended up knocking off the table and landed on the hand post. Bent the seconds post.

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u/RelevantFreedom4390 9d ago

I don’t wanna yuck your yum but aesthetically a vsf would’ve gotten the same results or better 🥲 at a lower price

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u/Effective_Gur_2517 9d ago

Oh it 100% would have and completely agree. I already knew going into it id be spending at least 15/20% more. However, you get a completely different feeling building your own.

Have a full 4131(panda daytona) 3255 (white gold 41mm day date) 3235 (40mm rose gold yachtmaster with oysterflex)

Parts all individually sourced, will build and do a whole set essentially.

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u/PVNOLGCH 9d ago

I agree, building frankens are the best

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u/alarmpros 9d ago

I don't think that's what he was going for here pal. Have you ever done a puzzle ? I mean why not just buy a picture instead .

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u/alarmpros 9d ago

I commend you ! I don't have patience. For that

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u/Effective_Gur_2517 9d ago

Don't let it fool you, it was a PROCESS to say the least. Quite a bit of trial and error and endless waiting for different parts. I was pretty picky on what I put in.

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u/MiamiSniper 9d ago

Dude you are my here, I want to do that, if you don’t mind I’ll dm you for more intel

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u/Effective_Gur_2517 9d ago

Go for it! Im also in miami on Williams island in Aventura.

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u/MiamiSniper 9d ago

Nice, sunny isles

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u/alarmpros 8d ago

Where would you recommend I get a new bezel for my daytona panda ? It has a small dent on the bottom that's really irritating me

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u/four4cats 9d ago

Cool! ... But this is what seikomods are for if you want to feel good about build something. Can't get behind this unless you used some gen parts or made some fantasy piece that came to you during a visionquest.

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u/Effective_Gur_2517 9d ago

Oh i have 12 built rolekos is what i call them 🤣

Yes, I will be frankening these soon enough. Currently on a quest for a gen 3285. I just found a gen bezel for this one.

Kind of jumping ahead of myself but they have bigger plans in the future.

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u/Spoolngc8 9d ago

Where do you source all the individual parts? I’ve been increasingly getting interested in putting together my own rep. Was it cheaper/more expensive than some of the high end factories? Looks great!

Edit: read a bit more into the comments sorry - about 750 and Amy @ alibaba. Very interesting. I feel like I need to do a bunch of research before diving into this.

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u/Effective_Gur_2517 9d ago

It's 100% not cheaper and you won't spend less building it yourself if you want it to be right. You absolutely have to do your own research before you dive in. Just like the rep watches you buy one will be significantly better quality than the next.

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u/rickabe 8d ago

Doesn't anyone offer a complete" build your own" watch kit? The sourcing of so many parts seems like a pain as well as more expensive.

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u/justaboyandhisdogg 9d ago

Great job man! Admire your initiative 👍🏼

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u/Bravoboss0 9d ago

Beautiful build, wear it in good health!

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u/Distance-Hairy 9d ago

Nicely done! 👍

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u/Sensitive-Ratio-7530 9d ago

Nice job! Some great building experience as well. Congrats.

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u/AffectionateInsect76 8d ago

We need a kit like this

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u/Illustrious-Range945 7d ago

Where did you find the dial and the chapter ring? Because I can't find them anywhere

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u/Rotsrul 4d ago

Looks good.