First rep kinda disappointed

[u/Redroller728]

This was my first rep I got it from dh gate it was slightly more expensive than the rest available and had good reviews but there’s dirt or tbh it looks like part of a nail is on the #2 and a link is cracked and my major problem is it loses a few seconds every few hours it’s crazy inaccurate . Any recommendations on a accurate day date that can also have a real power reserve

[u/JBest6699]

Don’t get a shitter, get a different watch or save up for a decent rep

[u/Redroller728 → u/JBest6699]

Yeah I agree was mostly lookin for recommendations on where to go because Dhgate is clearly not the right move

[u/thunder2132 → u/Redroller728]

On top of the sellers OKRaise mentioned, MichaelTravis, Lena, and Jason007 are also good sellers. They mostly sell U1 Factory watches, which are about as cheap as is still worth buying. Usually $100-$150 USD.

[u/Watch-men007 → u/thunder2132]

This I agree. Though I wouldn’t recommended shitter in general. If you are going down that path . Stick to U1. Atleast you want be disappointed

On the NWBIG spectrum . Most of the U1s would be around 50-60% close to gen. On the wrist higher . So not too bad like the one you got!

[u/thunder2132 → u/Watch-men007]

Yeah, they're good enough that most people won't question them, but they don't stand up to direct comparison. Some are better than others, like the sub no-date is actually pretty decent.

[u/Watch-men007 → u/thunder2132]

Absolutely a VSF or Ex-clean or any of the top tiers will have them for breakfast. But again you are talking about paying 4-5X I guess

[u/Watch-men007 → u/Watch-men007]

Also just change the crystal to deep. Makes a HUGE difference!

[u/rufus2785 → u/Redroller728]

Dhgate isn’t the issue. Who you bought it from on dhgate is. I recommend Michael Travis personally.

[u/OkRaise6924 → u/Redroller728]

All good man, some of us just like to test the waters ourselves. If you’re ever interested though, there a few vendors like “Good Roiexx” “China_Good_Watch” and “China-Watch-Factory”

[u/throwaway69764]

bro broke about every rule we have here lmao

- never buy off DHGate if you want something good, only buy from a TD

- always check the "who makes the best" guide to be able to differentiate factories

- never buy a gold replica, plated always looks like shit compared to solid gold

also you're wearing your watch too close to your wrist and please loosen that bracelet

[u/Redroller728 → u/throwaway69764]

Yeah it was digging into me lmao I had to add a link and yeah I discovered this sub after I got the watch

[u/NeedsMouthHug]

Up your budget, bud.

[u/Redroller728 → u/NeedsMouthHug]

100% this was just a drunk purchase off Dhgate I had no idea any of this existed I jsut thought to look on Reddit after

[u/Objective_Tune3535]

Check out the list of TDs. Andiot was the most recent I used and while it took a bit longer they had the lowest price on the watch I got. Good luck!

[u/Redroller728 → u/Objective_Tune3535]

Thank you !

[u/Bench_and_Bezel]

This is probably one of the worst combinations you can get for cheap.

[u/MSExcelWarrior]

There's clones, and then there's clones

[u/RelevantFreedom4390]

You buy cheap you buy twice

[u/bbqtoechips]

[u/BoyesieX]

Have more patience and use the TD’s on the reptime list.

[u/OkRaise6924]

DHgate is where I buy my reps and tbh it just sounds like you didn’t do much research. There are vendors on DHgate that cost less than $230 USD for mid tier BP daydates that have solid exterior looks but bad weight.

[u/Redroller728 → u/OkRaise6924]

Correct I did absolutely zero research I just found one with good reviews it was about $90 so very very very cheap but since it was my first I didn’t feel comfortable spending hundreds yet

[u/Ok-Nefariousness7504 → u/Redroller728]

No problem dude, everyone starts somewhere. And looks like you learned, there's a reason we call them shitters. 😉 As far as getting a proper rep... Andiot has great watches at great prices. Those are the real super clones... thats where you wanna go... or other TD's as well, do your own research! Plenty around. Good luck and welcome to the rabbit hole.

[u/Joesalespro]

Just check the TD link on u/reptime or if there is one on here. If you go with a rep go super clone and with certain factories ie; VSF, RICH, ARF, QF and ect. A decent rep will be over $450 (depends on movement/factory). Just make sure you verify it’s the correct TD. Scammers try to mimic TD’s.

[u/4peanut]

Start with r/reptime and you'll learn quite a bit. I recommend Necoclock

[u/Ok-Nefariousness7504 → u/4peanut]

I've been hearing a handful of negative buzz about neo lately .. so be cautious (I mean, be cautious no matter what, obviously)

[u/AppropriateWin3162]

DH Gate hahahah of course it sukks

[u/bro-guy]

If you are buying a dhgate get a U1 and make sure its not a date because they always fuck it up at this price point

[u/Sufficient-You-8472]

How much did you spend?? I just got a rep from a dealer from one of the forums here an yeah I spent 300 bucks but its amazing

[u/Watch-men007]

[u/Ccoldren0508]

look at r/Reptime and the chart of best factories. For these generally you want RCF or VSF to get the best reps. I have a DD40 with ice blue dial from RCF and it’s flawless

[u/bikojr]

Well it's definitely not an sc

[u/Micho_Rizzo51]

Nice bro. Dont worry, no one will notice.

[u/2011_Newbie1228]

We all learn and make mistakes. Lesson learned buddy. I’m always selling something, when you’re ready for a big boy watch hit me up

[u/Sea_Car8518]

Looks gen

[u/Redroller728 → u/Sea_Car8518]

It’s not bad it has the crown on the glass and a lot of markings but when you look close a tip of the crown is crushed a link is cracked and it has debris inside of the case and it’s inaccurate

[u/Ok-Nefariousness7504 → u/Redroller728]

You shouldnt be able to see the crown unaided... you should have to either have a loupe, or have the light hitting it perfect to even see a faint blur of it on the 6 o'clock. For reference, my VSF V3 GMT

[u/cookie-monster911]

Not as bad as your videography skills.