Is that the gen face?Scratch magnet
Do you have a comparison pic with the rep side by side?
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2018 new Santos
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Do you have a comparison pic with the rep side by side?
Yes gen dial. I dont have a side by side pic but if you take the time to go back a few pages, you can see my rep and gen dial pics and compare them yourself.
I was wondering how good dial is on this model? On gen it looks like more brushed metal, while on rep it look like flat grey or black. I never seen this model in person, only on pictures so I'm not sure about it. Thanks for help!
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My watchmaker did it but he said it involved some minimum work to get it done.
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Wow looks good, may I know which factory and version is this good sir!
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GF factory
CAR0536E - Santos De Cartier Mens XL PVD/RU Black GF MY9015 [CAR0536E] - $438.00 : Trusty Time Watch, Your Trusty Watch Shop
Trusty Time Watch CAR0536E - Santos De Cartier Mens XL PVD/RU Black GF MY9015 [CAR0536E] - GF Factory Cartier Santos 100 Men's Automatic MOVEMENT: Platinum Plated Japanese Miyota 9015 Automatic, 28800bph CASE DIAMETER: 40mm X 47.5mm THICKNESS: 9mm DIAL COLOR: Black Dial with Roman Numeral...
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Looks gorgeous, the Blue PVD Bezel is such a good edition to the Santos line. No longer are minor scratches on the bezel heart breaking.
I'm so torn between that your version with the Blue Dial or the White Dial Version.
Other than looks was there any particular reason you didn't go for the White Dial? Like is it known to have any faults, is the colour off or poorly finished or something?
Thanks and congrats on getting a great looking watch.
Thanks for the review mate, yeah I think I'll go with the Blue Dial Variant seems to be the one people go for and I've heard nothing but good things. Trustytime has them for $468 which seems fair I think. Unless someone on here tells me otherwise.
I am ordering the Blue GF but I can't tell if the frosting along the crystal is passable or not. If I can humbly ask for a 2nd opinion from someone that has recently bought one, this can solidify my reason to accept it or release it. Thanks
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The frosting is normal, however the beveling of the crystal is pretty uneven. I have yet to see a perfect beveling, though. This seems to be one of the biggest shortcoming of every single factory.
Hi all, this is my first time buying with Reptime.
I chose BVF instead of GF because:
1. GF’s thick crystal and uneven edges blasting
2. There’s no more floating “R” with BVF, some TDs can source you although they dont guarantee
3. The bezel’s bolt on GF, somehow IMO wayyy to close with to edge of bezel (in size Large), and BVF is closer to gen as gen has slight gap between the bezel’s bolt to the edge
4. BVF uses real screws and bolts while GF glued it.
5. BVF famous with fallen cabochon (easy fix) while GF famous with fallen screws. I think this is personal preference
6. Some people mentioned that BVF fits gen strap, while GF too but you have to force it a bit
7. Downside is I have read that 2 people dropped his BVF Santos due to loose bracelet. Hopefully mine’s not.
Question:
1. Do you think the bolt on the bezel is way too far from the edge? I take note that FEB 20 BVF has closer to the edge bolt while DEC 19 has slight gap. Which one do you prefer?
2. Is the date is not centered and slightly to the right? But I checked the single digit date its ok
Help me with this QC, Any noticeable flaws?
Thank you
This is FEB 20 BVF
I chose BVF instead of GF because:
1. GF’s thick crystal and uneven edges blasting
2. There’s no more floating “R” with BVF, some TDs can source you although they dont guarantee
3. The bezel’s bolt on GF, somehow IMO wayyy to close with to edge of bezel (in size Large), and BVF is closer to gen as gen has slight gap between the bezel’s bolt to the edge
4. BVF uses real screws and bolts while GF glued it.
5. BVF famous with fallen cabochon (easy fix) while GF famous with fallen screws. I think this is personal preference
6. Some people mentioned that BVF fits gen strap, while GF too but you have to force it a bit
7. Downside is I have read that 2 people dropped his BVF Santos due to loose bracelet. Hopefully mine’s not.
Question:
1. Do you think the bolt on the bezel is way too far from the edge? I take note that FEB 20 BVF has closer to the edge bolt while DEC 19 has slight gap. Which one do you prefer?
2. Is the date is not centered and slightly to the right? But I checked the single digit date its ok
Help me with this QC, Any noticeable flaws?
Thank you
This is FEB 20 BVF
Thank you sir for taking a look. I mentioned the bevelling to Sead (TD) as well. He's sent it back and will procure a new watch
Hi,
I have had GF Santos Medium. The leather strap that came with it fell apart very quickly, so I throw it away...
Most of the bolts on the metal bracelet were recessed or unevenly glued...
As far as I can see on your 3kf the bolts on your model are pretty well and evenly placed? Is that correct? What's your thoughts on how your bracelet integrates to the watch (backside)?
Thank you in advance! Now I'm sorry I threw away the leather strap, could have been usefull to you
Yes the bolts looked well evenly placed to me no issues, and the bracelet attaches onto the watch easily. However I did hear some member here who also has a 3kf said it was difficult to swap in/out the bracelet on his. Be sure to ask your TD to QC these things if you have a good relationship.Hi,
I have had GF Santos Medium. The leather strap that came with it fell apart very quickly, so I throw it away...
Most of the bolts on the metal bracelet were recessed or unevenly glued...
As far as I can see on your 3kf the bolts on your model are pretty well and evenly placed? Is that correct? What's your thoughts on how your bracelet integrates to the watch (backside)?
Thank you in advance! Now I'm sorry I threw away the leather strap, could have been usefull to you
Why is this model not consider NWBIG here on RWI? I was in AD and I saw GF rep in hand and difference is only minor, and you would need both watches to compare.