ARF 16610 LV

[JaffaCakes]

Just received and ok’d my QC pics for my ARF 16610 Kermit. I have a genuine bezel insert ready to change and hope to change more things over as I can. I’m going for a 2006/7 spec, so what crystal do I need? I’ve read so much but can’t really find a definite answer! LEC AR both or one or the other?
I’ve also been buying gen parts for a 116520 Daytona I’ve recently received from TT. Anyone able to recommend someone in the uk to service and to do the work? I don’t fancy doing it myself.
Thanks

 

[JaffaCakes]

 

[Shany]

Whats that ?

 

[JaffaCakes]

Shany my 16610 QC pics mate.

 

[DutchSUB]

The time periode correct crystal is with LEC, no AR.
Bit if u like the AR on the Cyclops, Just buy that one mate. They swap the crystals for the ones with AR now on service.

A must upgrade is still the datewheel, if u are going to swap. Fit a VR3135 in it. Enjoy!

 

[JaffaCakes]

DutchSUB Thanks for the info, much appreciated.

 

[cassapanca]

This is not the new batch, right?


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[JaffaCakes]

cassapanca Im not sure mate, I don’t even know how I’d find out. I know it’s not perfect, but a bit of modding should make it good.

 

[Diplomatico]

No rehaut engraving for one which the latest batch has and would also be period correct for 06

 

[JaffaCakes]

Diplomatico Ah right, thanks. Just been looking on eBay and see what you mean about the rehaut.

 

[Liquid Snake]

Are the center links hollow too? That would be icing on the cake. The Kermit is an awesome watch.

 

[JaffaCakes]

Liquid Snake I don’t know if they are hollow until it arrives, but, I will update you once I do get it.

 

[SHB]

UK service? Ado is from UK

 

[JaffaCakes]

SHB Thanks I will look him up.

 

[JaffaCakes]

I’ve received my 16610lv today and it’s a lovely looking watch. The lume is very nice. Unfortunately the build quality is not all that good, I’ve emailed the TD and I’m waiting a response. I’m a bit gutted really as I’m assuming I’m going to have to send it back for repair or replacement, I was hoping I could have the parts I’ve bought swapped over and start wearing it ASAP.
The clasp pin isn’t connected and is coming apart, the bracelet is coming apart from the end links and the bezel rotates both ways. Can’t wait to get it sorted now I’ve actually had my hands on the watch.

 

[Replisimio]

Sadly ARF are really taking the piss on this one. Not their usual fit and finish with these. Wouldn’t surprise me if another factory makes it for them as it just doesn’t match anything else they produce.


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[JaffaCakes]

Replisimio It’s not a good one. Hope they can sort it for me.

 

[Replisimio]

Replisimio It’s not a good one. Hope they can sort it for me.

I hope so too buddy! I’ve had 2 of these in the hope I’d be happy but sadly not.


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[JaffaCakes]

Replisimio If they can’t sort it, I guess I will be watching the members sales section a lot.

 

[iang27]

I would just write it off and sell me the LV bezel cheap to take it off your hands.

Seriously though I thought these were getting good reviews, the bracelet is compared to gen. It doesn’t look bad in your photos. Hope you get sorted out.