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Noob 116515 RG Daytona - Any Owners?
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Stopped by AD yesterday bc they had a gen 116515 in the case...
For those asking about the RG color - the gen is less saturated/lighter in color than the rep RG, I guess similar to the gold plated watches as well. Not far off, but after wearing the rep for a while, I could instantly tell there was a difference in color. The dial and bezel are remarkably good tho, and there’s negligible weight difference on the hand due to the oysterflex.
For those asking about the RG color - the gen is less saturated/lighter in color than the rep RG, I guess similar to the gold plated watches as well. Not far off, but after wearing the rep for a while, I could instantly tell there was a difference in color. The dial and bezel are remarkably good tho, and there’s negligible weight difference on the hand due to the oysterflex.
And a couple more from this morning
My decision making on this oysteflex options is now even less clear ...
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d3xophen
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Found this one on youtube.
Can see not much difference of RG color of GEN vs REp.
But the black dial of GEN is really stunning.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=61drzvKfo94
Can see not much difference of RG color of GEN vs REp.
But the black dial of GEN is really stunning.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=61drzvKfo94
2many2choose
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What's the general opinion on the RG plating and does it wear off easily? As I have the GMT root beer ichrs (non plates) and so far it's keeping well.
I had the ARF and it looked more copper colour than gen. I had mine rose gold plated by flying-tommy. I've worn it maybe 10 times in the 4 months or so since and starting to see some slight patches of discolouring but nothing major.
Such a shame, but I love mine anyway.
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2many2choose
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Thanks for your input! Guess I am going to go try the Noob RG and see how it weathers. Wonder how Rolex plates them so that they can claim their Everrose will never fade? Is it the thickness?
Tobel
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Haven't had it replated yet, will likely send to Tommy to touch up - he is a gent. I mean guys this is seriously quite small stuff on the buckle - much better than it would have aged without the plating.
I would still thoroughly recommend flying-tommy and his work.
Haven't had it replated yet, will likely send to Tommy to touch up - he is a gent. I mean guys this is seriously quite small stuff on the buckle - much better than it would have aged without the plating.
I would still thoroughly recommend flying-tommy and his work.
Right, but these wear marks happened after Tommy plated it once for you? Or is this the result from the original plating from the factory?
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Hi guys, if you are looking for a gen dial i have posted this in the m2m sale tread. It’s a fantastic upgrade for your noob!
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Tobel
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If you find out I'd love to know. The paint on my bezel has now started coming off to reveal white lettering underneath. See the 120-140 in the image. Otherwise anyone know which paint colour / type I can use and how to fix it?
Damn I love this watch but it's been such a massive headache given the fading of the plating.
If you find out I'd love to know. The paint on my bezel has now started coming off to reveal white lettering underneath. See the 120-140 in the image. Otherwise anyone know which paint colour / type I can use and how to fix it?
Damn I love this watch but it's been such a massive headache given the fading of the plating.
Metallic gold sharpie is pretty close mate
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