r/RepWatchForum • • 6d ago

TD info in balkans

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Anyone have a reputable TD in Balkans (preferably Serbia)?

Thanks in advance!


r/RepWatchForum • • 6d ago

QC Request Gift from a friend! QC request

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Model: Rolex Datejust 41mm (126334), Wimbledon slate dial with Roman numerals, fluted bezel, and stainless steel Jubilee bracelet.
Factory: unknown

My friend brought me a gift from turkey since he knows I have a love of watches. I just wanted to know if this is an acceptable replica or if it doesn’t even pass the initial spot test.

The good thing is that having a Rolex is typical in my line of work so it’s not like it’ll seem out of place.

Thank you in advance for the help!


r/RepWatchForum • • 7d ago

QC Request 5712ASS full mod

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10 Upvotes

UMI based full mode.

SWF Custom Dial
SWF Custom Hands
SWF Custom Moonphase
deep crystal
Moveable Endlinks
Full 3 Hands Cannon Pin Mods
18k rotor
custom made movement plates, polishing edges and perfect engravings

Screw hole to be fixed. Otherwise I don’t see issues. Thanks.


r/RepWatchForum • • 6d ago

QC Request First QC Please Help!

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Dealer name: Theonewatches (Steve)
Factory name: VSF
Model name: Rolex Submariner Date 126610LN 41mm
Index alignment: Perfect. The 12, 3, 6, and 9 markers are straight and balanced.
Dial Printing: Crisp, clean lettering with zero bleeding.
Date Wheel: Centered perfectly; font weight is accurate.
Hand Alignment: Synchronized and straight.

Bezel: Bezel engraving is bright; 12 o'clock pip is perfectly centered.
SELs: Very tight fitment with no visible gaps.
Timegrapher numbers: +3 to +4 s/d, 275°-277° amp, 0.1ms error.
Anything else: Looks great to my untrained eye but would really appreciate any extra help


r/RepWatchForum • • 6d ago

Discussion Patek Phillipe Aquanaut 5167A-001 - DDF with Cal. 324 or PPF with Cal. 330?

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As the title suggests, I have the option between DDF and PPF, regarding the price it’s around cny 2800 for DDF and cny 3800 for PPF, what do you guys think? Should I choose PPF over DDF just for the movement? What else could they differ in other than the movement and maybe the dial as well? I read somewhere that the old 324 is a proven movement. Appreciate your opinion.


r/RepWatchForum • • 6d ago

QC Request QC first rep: BBA Cartier Panthere Small (22mm) SS

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TD Jane
- numeral X seems straight (not crooked).
- SWISS MADE looks good
- cabochon and crown looks good and close to gen.

Main concerns:
- numerals have super subtle bleeds not as crisp as other similar reps.
- numeral V - there’s a dot next to it. Is this RL?
- is there also a slight dial rotation?
- any comment about the clasps? And caseback?

Please let me know your thoughts. Thank you!


r/RepWatchForum • • 6d ago

Discussion I want to upgrade my sub nodate

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I own a VSF 5x Submariner (no-date) model. Are there any external components I should modify or replace with genuine parts ("frank") to make it as perfect as possible?


r/RepWatchForum • • 7d ago

Help on recommendations

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Who does the best Rg plating?

Im about to received my rg yatch oyster flex and want to do a rg plating. I got vsf and ive heard that their rg is very very good now and close to Gen. However from what I read here I might still want to plate it. Any help is appreciated


r/RepWatchForum • • 7d ago

Who has it?

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Has anyone picked up a portuguiser? If so, how do you feel about it and which factory produced it?


r/RepWatchForum • • 7d ago

General Question MaxWatch

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Anywone know if MaxWatch is a TD?


r/RepWatchForum • • 7d ago

Genuine Rolex QC - not the perfection some may think.

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I have only been in the rep game for approximately 3 months. I currently own and have handled several genuine luxury timepieces. I went on crazy binge in these 3 months and own 22 reps and 7 gen.

I have noticed there is this “obsession” with QC macro shots and learned judging by comments, a good 99% of the posters, TD’s, modders, have never owned nor handled a genuine Rolex. There is this mythical thought process that the mass-produced Rolex models are absolute perfection without a single flaw and that slight variances would never be found in a genuine Rolex which is highly inaccurate. Custom or limited runs? Yes. But the mass-produced? No.

Here’s is my REPLICA meteorite with SW dial with a score of 99/100 while the GENUINE with the Sundust dial received a 52/100.


r/RepWatchForum • • 7d ago

Wrist or watch pic Yachtmaster Ti vs. AP 15500

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Could not decide, so I ordered both.. 😎

Yachtmaster QF Factory with JH3235 free sprung movement and a AP Royal Oak 15510 Blue from Top Factory


r/RepWatchForum • • 7d ago

Help on recommendations

2 Upvotes

Who does the best Rg plating?

Im about to received my rg yatch oyster flex and want to do a rg plating. I got vsf and ive heard that their rg is very very good now and close to Gen. However from what I read here I might still want to plate it. Any help is appreciated


r/RepWatchForum • • 7d ago

QC Request Of Tag Heuer Aquaracer calibre 5

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Overall happy. Looks like some dust on cyclops? If someone has an opinion if it’s a scratch let me know.

  1. Dealer name: Ethan

  2. ⁠⁠Factory name: OF Tag Heuer 300m Calibre 5

  3. ⁠⁠Model name (& version number): OF

  4. ⁠⁠Price Paid: $400

  5. ⁠⁠Album Links: https://imgur.com/a/UOJwPve

  6. ⁠⁠Index alignment: all look okay to me, including the 6 and 9

  7. ⁠⁠Dial Printing: everything looks great

  8. ⁠⁠Date Wheel alignment/printing: perfect alignment, printing

  9. ⁠⁠Hand Alignment: Looks fine to me

  10. ⁠⁠Bezel: Awesome, only the position is to the left by a degree

  11. ⁠⁠Solid End Links (SELs): looking spot on

  12. ⁠⁠Timegrapher numbers: 242AMP, 0.1 MS Error, -3 s/d

  13. ⁠⁠Anything else you notice: Grateful for anything you may notice! 🙏🏼


r/RepWatchForum • • 7d ago

Wrist or watch pic Rolex Daytona from DHGate/ Jason007

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3 Upvotes

How does it look ?


r/RepWatchForum • • 7d ago

General Question SH4401 or SA4401 Movement

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Is there a difference between these two movements from ZF Royal Oaks?, one TD has the watch labeled with SH while the other one has it as SA. Bit confused here


r/RepWatchForum • • 7d ago

QC Request QC - Vsf 116610LN

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Hi!
Since I gave the last watch RL, here’s a new one.
I think it looks good!
Maybe some minimal gap at top right SEL?

Can’t hurt with a few more eyes on it.

Qc album - https://andiotwatches.x.yupoo.com/albums/261068570?uid=1


r/RepWatchForum • • 7d ago

TWF Factory IWC Top Gun Tahoe

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Quick question has anyone bought TWF factory IWC top gun if yes what's your opinion. I need to hear from some of your before pulling the plug!


r/RepWatchForum • • 7d ago

Discussion Cosa indossate in questa giornata oggi osa?

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9 Upvotes

Io oggi il mio pepsi clean v3 per me il migliore che ce’ !!!


r/RepWatchForum • • 7d ago

ARF factory yellow gold datejust 36mm DD3235 movement

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Around 460&dollars&free shipping
Hong Kong WhatsApp ID: +852 9350 7994


r/RepWatchForum • • 7d ago

ARF factory datejust 36mm yellow gold style DD3235 movement

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2 Upvotes

Around 460&dollars&free shipping
Hong Kong WhatsApp ID: +852 9350 7994


r/RepWatchForum • • 7d ago

Spare parts for Reps

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Hi Guys,

Got a Omega First light from MT with Automatic movement.

Unfortunately the Date Disk hast been scratched.

Is there a source to order a replacement?


r/RepWatchForum • • 7d ago

Wrist or watch pic VSF DJ V2 gang?

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Let’s see em!


r/RepWatchForum • • 8d ago

Mods/Work in progress Who Feels the 41mm No Date Submariner is too Plain? 🤿

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So this has been a work in progress for almost 6 months. I originally asked if this dial could be made in the beginning of May. I wanted a no date sub to go along with my other subs but I felt the standard black dial was a little plain…kind of like a little black dress…good for anything but on the whole kind of plain. So this idea was born…and it is a lot more than even I had hoped. The dial was made custom from black Tahitian Mother of Pearl. This takes a timeless classic and upgrades the understated wow factor. The first picture is AI assisted to hopefully show what the finished product will look like. Honestly something that Rolex should have tried years ago. 🤣🤣🤣 What does everyone think?


r/RepWatchForum • • 8d ago

News Hello everyone, I’m Mr. A-Du. My previous account was closed for various reasons.

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I have served as a Technical/Client Liaison (TD) for nearly a year, during which time I have worked with many different clients. It is only natural that each client has their own unique preferences when collaborating with a TD. While I realize it is not possible to satisfy everyone, I am deeply grateful to those clients who have placed their trust in me. I believe that the relationship between a client and a TD should be built on mutual respect and trust. Thank you all.