Ordered my first rep from Trusty in Mid July, pleased to say it arrived 2 weeks from handing over the money. Sadly I was away for the weekend it arrived, and did have a panic that I might miss it, but thankfully Royal Mail did their job and kept it safe at the Post Office 'til I returned. Picked it up today!
So, onwards and upwards with the review. In short: I love it! It is a beast, for sure. I ummed and arghed about getting it as I have a small wrist, but the more research I did the more I thought "fuck it".
Alas the results of fucking it:
First image after unboxing. Came well wrapped and unclasped like this. No markings, good protectors over metal and dial which were easy to remove.
Dial shot: beautiful AR coating. Centred date and a working power reserve indicator (accuracy to be tested over next week).
Reverse showing the LPP logo.
The strap is decent. A firm leather with a solid clasp, but I'm sure you could do better sourcing privately.
The crown is a real gem on this thing. It's so damn prominent! I love it. Photos don't do it justice!
On my tiny wrist. I wasn't sure if I should get it or not for a while, but after lots of research decided to "fuck it" and get it anyway! Worth it. It looks better than this shot shows it, IMO.
Cat approved.
Thoughts
I love this thing. For sure it's a huge watch, but it's SUPPOSED to be! It's grandiose, it stands out. You can wear it on the street and look good, or you can wear it as a dress watch and look good. It's good!
The strap is a bit under par, but when are they not? Can source better ones elsewhere if you want one.
Buying from TT was a dream; quick responses to all my queries. QA pics took about 2 days, not too bad.
So, onwards and upwards with the review. In short: I love it! It is a beast, for sure. I ummed and arghed about getting it as I have a small wrist, but the more research I did the more I thought "fuck it".
Alas the results of fucking it:
First image after unboxing. Came well wrapped and unclasped like this. No markings, good protectors over metal and dial which were easy to remove.
Dial shot: beautiful AR coating. Centred date and a working power reserve indicator (accuracy to be tested over next week).
Reverse showing the LPP logo.
The strap is decent. A firm leather with a solid clasp, but I'm sure you could do better sourcing privately.
The crown is a real gem on this thing. It's so damn prominent! I love it. Photos don't do it justice!
On my tiny wrist. I wasn't sure if I should get it or not for a while, but after lots of research decided to "fuck it" and get it anyway! Worth it. It looks better than this shot shows it, IMO.
Cat approved.
Thoughts
I love this thing. For sure it's a huge watch, but it's SUPPOSED to be! It's grandiose, it stands out. You can wear it on the street and look good, or you can wear it as a dress watch and look good. It's good!
The strap is a bit under par, but when are they not? Can source better ones elsewhere if you want one.
Buying from TT was a dream; quick responses to all my queries. QA pics took about 2 days, not too bad.