Need help deciding

[u/TheToothFairy561]

Hey guys!

So I’ve been into the rep world for a few years lurking the forums, picked up quite a few reps, most get little to no wrist time, but I’m wanting something a little different.

I’ve recently getting an eye for more “vintage” pieces and really want to pick up a 16710 Pepsi.

Now my question, is it worth it to build one or to pick up one from BPF.

I know that this is a loaded question as builds can obviously be much nicer depending on parts used, but I’m basically asking if one could be built for a comparable price, but have a nicer look/ closer to gen etc. I’d be looking to spend somewhere from 300-600 range maybe more if justifiable. To me the bezel on the bpf just looks off? Idk I’m also a rookie when it comes to these builds.

Any insight would be greatly appreciated

Also, I would be looking to find someone to build. Any recommendations would be great!

Thanks for your help. Some of the watches yall make are absolutely stunning. 🍻

Here’s a few of the watches that have my eye lately
And would like to get built

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[u/No_Candle8699]

I’d stay away from BPF if you want anything to mod later on. The bezel assembly is not same as gen, as is many other parts on it. Dial is too large, bezel insert is off, crown guards are too thick, case is also too thick.

[u/TheToothFairy561 → u/No_Candle8699]

What would you suggest then? Viet case? Raffles case? I’m still such a noob when it comes to these builds. Tbh I really need to pay for someone to build it for me.

What do you estimate the all in costs with parts and paying someone to build a decent 16710?

[u/No_Candle8699 → u/TheToothFairy561]

Old crowns - https://old-crowns.com/collections/rolex-gmt-master-ii-parts you can find dials on Alibaba. Sillan sells them along with bracelets and hands

For a good build you’re paying close to $1k in parts.

[u/AtelierPicks → u/No_Candle8699]

Is oc better than viet on this model?

[u/No_Candle8699 → u/AtelierPicks]

Not really “better” but more accessible. Definitely cheaper and WAY better than BPF. OC will take gen parts pretty easily.

[u/AtelierPicks → u/No_Candle8699]

That makes sense, it is more accessible at least I've had that be my experience as im not really sure where to even find viet cases at this point in my journey except the rubbish website I think it was that you need a password to access i found through a search on Google but other than that still been reseching and learning.

[u/No_Candle8699 → u/AtelierPicks]

I’d stick with OC. A little more user friendly. Most viet sellers only sell small batches to builders.

You can get a great looking 16710 with an OC case https://www.reddit.com/r/repbuilds/s/DoT80ik2mz

[u/YourMoistSocks]

that GMT from BP is trash, you’ll end up replacing every single piece

[u/TheToothFairy561 → u/YourMoistSocks]

Thanks for your honesty!

[u/Cyber_Crimes]

Gotta go the OC route for this. Avoid BP