Yes from what I've seen, GMF started silently and steadily gained appreciation. I can't judge if it's better than ARF or DJF but I'm sure that it's a more than decent rep. Look, my first buy was an OP36mm BP. Generally viewed as mid-tier. I was over the moon for the quality. I simply didn't expect it to be so good. Followed by an explorer 1 39mm BP. Also very happy.
If you're not, then what the hell, that's why there's an M2M sales section. I reckon a sizeable amount of members buy more than one factory and then keep the one they like most, selling the rest.
True, the explorer II is amazing as well. Iv seen s few versions now from different factories and cant say which one makes it best, looks like ARF or BP have close competition. The M2M section definitely helps, but hope it doesn’t get to it.
On another note, I am actually on the waitlist at 2 different ADs for the DJ black dial but the sales rep told me she cannot guarantee the specific make and specs nor can they give an exact time frame so I will wear my rep until that comes along lol