“Official Thread†HBB V6 Evolution – Compilation of data (pics)

[watchfaker]

just ordered the SS/ceramic with rubber strap; will post QC pics when I get them from Lay

Anyhow you guys can find more QC pics and videos for other orders here:
http://www.replicamake88.com/qc/category/hublot/

HB13002 (SS/C/rubber) HB13012 (SS/C/croc) HB13001 (SS/SS/rubber)

 

[ALE7575]

HBB v6- From PURETIME

Now we have from puretime the two models

PURETIME (TD)
SS/SS rubber strap
http://puretimewatch.com/product/big-bang-44mm-steel-2011-on-black-rubber-strap-hub4104/

SS/Black ceramic-rubber
http://puretimewatch.com/product/big-bang-44mm-steel-ceramic-2011-on-black-rubber-strap-hub4104/


In August 5% discount
If you pay WU or transfer 10% discount. It is no possible combine the two offers.

 

[ALE7575]

just ordered the SS/ceramic with rubber strap; will post QC pics when I get them from Lay

Anyhow you guys can find more QC pics and videos for other orders here:
http://www.replicamake88.com/qc/category/hublot/

HB13002 (SS/C/rubber) HB13012 (SS/C/croc) HB13001 (SS/SS/rubber)

Thanks again watchfaker for your useful cooperation
Congrats for your new watch! It is my prefer!
We remain waiting for your informations and pics

 

[Phil_UK]

Hi,
Do the pictures deceive me or does the SS/SS have a different dial face to the SS/Black.

The SS/Black appears to be patterned, but the SS/SS appears to have no pattern?

Thank You

Edit : Qc pics on Lay's site show the difference clearly! Hope I can order both straps, think at the 44mm i may need leather strap (small wrist!)

 

[watchfaker]

very useful questions/answers (especially about the AR tint) on the BB evo here:
http://forums.timezone.com/index.php?t=msg&th=1408299&

As a newbie I do have some questions for the experts:

1) Is the AR coating supposed to have a bluish tint on this model?

2) I am dentist so I constantly have to wash my hands; is the gummy croc strap able to withstand water or should I switch to a rubber strap? Where can I find the H screwdriver in the U.S. to be able to switch straps?

3) Finally, I know new watches need some time to break in but I was just wondering if +15 to +20 seconds per day is something that will settle down or does the watch need a small adjustment?

This is a lovely watch, and here are some answers:

1) I have an IWC BP and Port Auto (bear with me here!) and the AR coating on both of these gives a blue reflection. I rather like the effect of this myself, and it's perfectly normal (desirable I'd say).


2) The back and side of the Gummy is natural rubber, and I believe the croc parts have been treated so should be ok for splashes, but I'm not sure for anti-bacterial handwash etc... that you might use. So I guess that's a qualified 'not sure', but it's a tough strap. And the Gummy looks so fine, it'd be hard to give it up.


3) I would say 15-20 secs is towards the top end of acceptable, as that's approx 2 mins a week. If the movement is an ETA derivative, they're normally a touch more accurate. But if it's a consistent 15-20 secs per day then the movement is running just fine (but a touch fast). If the accuracy varies grossly then get it adjusted.

Although it doesnt answer rather or not all EVOs should have the bluish tint; the gen owner of the thread certainly notices the blue tint; so technically, the bluish AR on the rep may not be a flaw afterall! The rotor engraving needs to be fixed though...

 

[ALE7575]

Hi,
Do the pictures deceive me or does the SS/SS have a different dial face to the SS/Black.

The SS/Black appears to be patterned, but the SS/SS appears to have no pattern?

Thank You

Edit : Qc pics on Lay's site show the difference clearly! Hope I can order both straps, think at the 44mm i may need leather strap (small wrist!)

Dear PhilS
SS/SS flat dial
SS/ceramic CF dial
Just like gens

 

[ALE7575]

Caseback gen-rep comparisons (2)

PLEASE SEE THE POSTS #32 & #34 OF THIS THREAD

It seems that the gen HBB type V6 have several casebacks.
Therefore, it is not possible a unique comparison.
ANYWAY, THE CURRENT CASEBACK OF REP SS HAS A CORRESPONDING GEN
Concerning movements, it seems that there are also RG versions with the movement with circular bridges.
Thus, the new movement HBB V6 is close to the gen RG too.

 

[ALE7575]

5 QC Pics from RM

You can find FIVE HBB V6 QC pics : 1 SS/SS and 4 SS/Bl-cer on:

http://www.replicamake88.com/qc/category/hublot/

Please note the different numeration on the caseback and that they are close to gen on post #34 :

PLEASE REMEMBER THAT THERE IS AN
INDEX OF THIS THREAD AT THE END OF POST #1

 

[Lezzare]

I passed by Hublot boutique yesterday and saw the SS/Ceramic CF Dial. I felt that the date window on the gen was not impressively well cut as well.

 

[lacosta]

Hi guys, I am so excited for the V6 but the only thing keeping me back from ordering is the fact that I am not a big fan of "the new design of the evo's" I definately prefer numerals than sticks!! Anyhow, I have a few questions and I hope someone can enlighten me!

The V1's major flaw compared to genuine is the finishing of the case, buttons and crown. Did they fix that in the V6?

What about the quality of the steel used to build the mechanism inside the watch and the case aswell? Is it the same as the V1? Many say that the earlier versions are always better built, is that the case?

Alot of people prefer the old design of hublots, are they going to make black magic and ice bangs (Numerals, not sticks)?

How long can a replica V1 hublot last without breaking or parts falling? Can it last for 10 years or more like a real watch?

Best regards

 

[ALE7575]

I passed by Hublot boutique yesterday and saw the SS/Ceramic CF Dial. I felt that the date window on the gen was not impressively well cut as well.

Thanks Lezzare for your contribution
It is not easy to cut very well a window in a genuine CF dial. Thus is normal that the gen window is not perfect.
Anyway, what a relief! a little defect in a HBB gen!!

 

[ALE7575]

Hi guys, I am so excited for the V6 but the only thing keeping me back from ordering is the fact that I am not a big fan of "the new design of the evo's" I definately prefer numerals than sticks!! Anyhow, I have a few questions and I hope someone can enlighten me!

The V1's major flaw compared to genuine is the finishing of the case, buttons and crown. Did they fix that in the V6?

What about the quality of the steel used to build the mechanism inside the watch and the case aswell? Is it the same as the V1? Many say that the earlier versions are always better built, is that the case?

Alot of people prefer the old design of hublots, are they going to make black magic and ice bangs (Numerals, not sticks)?

How long can a replica V1 hublot last without breaking or parts falling? Can it last for 10 years or more like a real watch?

Best regards

Hi Lacosta

Numerals vs. Sticks, is a taste question. I liked more the numerals than sticks. Now I’m a little bored of numerals and I prefer sticks.

The V1 case, buttons and crown are awesome my friend!! The differences of V1 with gen are: the movement (obviously), sunken DW, the engraving of bridges and rotor, the movement screws, the thickness of crystal… but they are one of best replicas never made!!
The finish of V6 seems to be very accurate too.

About steel please read my thread:
SS 316L vs. 316F vs. 904L- The final VERDICT- A technical study ("Outstanding post" Award )
http://forum.replica-watch.info/vb/showthread.php/ss-316l-vs-316f-vs-82263

As you can see on this thread, I prefer SS 316L instead SS 316F. Mainly if the replica made of 316 F is more expensive.

The V6 is made of SS 316F, but if you want a V6 you have to buy SS 316F , because there is not version SS 316L. Anyway is a very good SS. No problem about. Besides, the price of the V6 is affordable.

The old Hublot have the old movement, therefore it is not possible to make accurate old models with the new circular bridges movement. If you call V6 the HBB versions with new movement, you will not be able to have old models in V6 version.
If you are speaking about a new generation of HBB old models reps. I don’t know if there will be in the near future. But I think there are already very good ones.

How long can a replica last without falling?
The problem is not the replica is just the A7750 movement.
An A7750 mvt is like a lottery. You can have it one hour working or seven years!!
There is no rules with an A7750.

 

[lacosta]

"An A7750 mvt is like a lottery. You can have it one hour working or seven years!!
There is no rules with an A7750."

How do I know the reliability of the movement that I am going to get?

 

[jiddy]

@Lacosta

Well you can´t know, but get one from Lay so you get a nice video of it on the timer and send it off as soon as possible to have the movement cleaned and oiled and you will improve the chance of the movement lasting way longer then without service.

Most factories buy their movements in bulk, so they come in large crates and from what I heard is not lubed or cleaned to be able to sit longer in storage, and they slap em in without cleaning and oiling them and that´s the reason they normally dies after a while.
Clogged up and no oil.

*Above might or might not be true, but personally I believe this is the sad case.

Other then that it´s just bad luck, had a gen Breitling that died after 2 weeks so you can´t be sure what you end up with so to speak, just buy it mate since I know you been looking at a HBB for a looong time now

 

[ALE7575]

@Lacosta

Well you can´t know, but get one from Lay so you get a nice video of it on the timer and send it off as soon as possible to have the movement cleaned and oiled and you will improve the chance of the movement lasting way longer then without service.

Most factories buy their movements in bulk, so they come in large crates and from what I heard is not lubed or cleaned to be able to sit longer in storage, and they slap em in without cleaning and oiling them and that´s the reason they normally dies after a while.
Clogged up and no oil.

*Above might or might not be true, but personally I believe this is the sad case.

Other then that it´s just bad luck, had a gen Breitling that died after 2 weeks so you can´t be sure what you end up with so to speak, just buy it mate since I know you been looking at a HBB for a looong time now

+1 jiddy

 

[lacosta]

I have been a long observer of Hublot in general. (Genuine and replica)
As a conclusion, I personaly think that the genuines are overpriced and that the replicas are still not up to the level. But again I recognize the improvements the replica factories have done and I hope one day we will get a satisfying product for the highest demanding consumers to the lowest.

Best regards

 

[ALE7575]

I have been a long observer of Hublot in general. (Genuine and replica)
As a conclusion, I personaly think that the genuines are overpriced and that the replicas are still not up to the level. But again I recognize the improvements the replica factories have done and I hope one day we will get a satisfying product for the highest demanding consumers to the lowest.

Best regards

Dear Lacosta

Concerning Hublot gen prices, perhaps you are right, but in some AD you have had waiting list for some gen models, and the price of a HBB is almost a half of an AP ROO.

Concerning the quality of HBB reps I know it very well and I can say that their level quality is very very high. Don’t speak just about accuracy of movements, please!!

If you are not satisfied with the HBB reps at this moment in the market, I think you can’t continue with this hobby, because you will get always disappointed my friend !!

 

[lacosta]

To be honest, the problem I have is with myself. It's been 2 years that I am trying to understand the replica philosophy and I discovered some really interesting things like genuine owners buying replicas which is contradicting to what Mr. Jean Claude Biver said that his customers would never buy replicas but I am still not convinced with myself because I cant let myself wear a fake watch. I am not saying that I support the saying: " Fake watches are for fake people" which was used as an advertising campaign here: (http://www.jamesbondwatches.com/images/watch-industry/fake-watches-psa-jbw007sq.jpg)
But I really dont like fakes due to their poor quality and cheap components. We all rich and poor have bought at some point in our lives something fake due to the expansion of the chinese trade but one thing we know for sure is that some people prefer the genuine for moral issues and interior satisfaction. When you buy genuine you know what quality Hublot is all about and we miss that with the replicas unfortunately ; (

Looking forward for your comments and constructive opinions
Best

 

[ALE7575]

To be honest, the problem I have is with myself. But I really dont like fakes due to their poor quality and cheap components...When you buy genuine you know what quality Hublot is all about and we miss that with the replicas unfortunately ; (

Hi lacosta
You like the gen but you think you cannot buy a gen
You can buy reps and you want buy reps but you don’t like reps

Therefore I think that your first sentence is the best one:
“To be honest, the problem I have is with myself”

To be honest:
If you cannot live with replicas, don’t buy them and forget this hobby
If you are going to buy a replica. Buy it, AND ENJOY IT !!! Don’t be analytic !!

 

[a4style]

Lacosta you have issues. If you can not accept reps for what they are then go buy a gen. It's rather simple. You have been lurking for awhile now and expecting a rep to be the exact same as the gen. Get a grip!