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ARF Yachtmaster 116655 Rose Gold

johnlogan

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50 grams should be noticeable if you are holding both watches right, but is it noticeable if you only have one watch at hand?

Yes, unfortunately. Its plated steel, it feels like plated steel ( but looks like real gold )
 

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50 grams should be noticeable if you are holding both watches right, but is it noticeable if you only have one watch at hand?

The gen has a certain heft to it that you really can't describe, even though this is a strap model it still feels heavy. The rep does not feel so light though, and on the wrist it will be hard to tell. Don't sweat it :)
 

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which models is it?
is it this one
https://puretime.io/watch-brands/ro...c-bezel-on-oysterflex-rubber-strap-a2824.html

or this one
https://puretime.io/watch-brands/ro...-bezel-on-oysterflex-rubber-strap-sh3135.html

I just want to make sure because yours looks amazing and i want to go one for a while now but I was concerned about the strap not fitting my wrist.

2824 model...however, the 3135 should be identical on the wrist. I chose the 2824 because from what I can tell, its more reliable than the 3135 OR it requires cheaper maintenance...depending on how you look at it. But I dont intend to franken this one. If I did, then I'd go for the 3135.

If you're new to the hobby and just want something good out of the box, the 2824 may require less servicing...but like everything in this hobby YMMV
 

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2824 model...however, the 3135 should be identical on the wrist. I chose the 2824 because from what I can tell, its more reliable than the 3135 OR it requires cheaper maintenance...depending on how you look at it. But I dont intend to franken this one. If I did, then I'd go for the 3135.

If you're new to the hobby and just want something good out of the box, the 2824 may require less servicing...but like everything in this hobby YMMV

Thank you for your reply, helps a lot.
Yeah, I’m new to the hobby and I love it. The quality is amazing. I have a gen Rolex but I got my first rep two weeks ago and it is absolutely amazing!
 

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2824 model...however, the 3135 should be identical on the wrist. I chose the 2824 because from what I can tell, its more reliable than the 3135 OR it requires cheaper maintenance...depending on how you look at it. But I dont intend to franken this one. If I did, then I'd go for the 3135.

If you're new to the hobby and just want something good out of the box, the 2824 may require less servicing...but like everything in this hobby YMMV

Good choice!
sh3135 movements are total garbage! They don’t last even after service unless you drop $400 or more on parts to maintain it.
 
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Besides the DW issue, any reason I should pick ARF over Noob? they both look pretty damn good, but is ARF of higher quality?
 

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Preppyr6 should ask TD to show him different dates to see how much improvement ARF made but I guess he should have it in a week or so.
 

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the small rubber strap is really my biggest issue with this one, other wise i would have gotten it already. still waiting for someone who actually received the watch to tell me that the strap is good and not small.
 

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Good choice!
sh3135 movements are total garbage! They don’t last even after service unless you drop $400 or more on parts to maintain it.

how bad are the SH3135? i just ordered the two tone RG yacht master black dial with sh3135 and now u got me worry lol.
 

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the small rubber strap is really my biggest issue with this one, other wise i would have gotten it already. still waiting for someone who actually received the watch to tell me that the strap is good and not small.

Its been fixed. I confirmed with my TD.
 

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Preppyr6 should ask TD to show him different dates to see how much improvement ARF made but I guess he should have it in a week or so.

Yeah, easier to post up once I get this order in my hand. It''ll be a little while; Lucy tends to be a little slow on the responses. Id rather her get this shipped out than wait for her take more pics.
 

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Wont know until I receive mine and can send up pics of all the dates
 

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You might be able to pick up a gen insert on ebay. Grabbed mine for a decent price a couple weeks back.
 
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Wont know until I receive mine and can send up pics of all the dates

Do you know which version it was for? Intime just told me after a month that the 2824 is out of stock and that I should order the SH3135.
 

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You only have to look at the Trusted Dealers on this Forum and you will know who is a TD.