There's a great thread discussing the differences between the two versions on WUS:
http://forums.watchuseek.com/f23/old-black-bay-black-collectors-watch-now-3036626.html
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Black Bay Black GEN vs Rep comparison
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There's a great thread discussing the differences between the two versions on WUS:
http://forums.watchuseek.com/f23/old-black-bay-black-collectors-watch-now-3036626.html
From a normal distance the pearls looked the same to me, even side by side. But using the macro lens we can see subtle differences. Bezel around the GEN pearl is slightly thicker and shade of red on the triangle may be just a shade brighter compared to the rep. (GEN on the left)
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Thanks for the kind words everyone, it's my pleasure to contribute! When I started I never imagined owning gens either and now I own a couple. I offset/justify my gen purchases by selling and consolidating parts of my collection that no longer get wrist time. In this way I can spread the investment out over a period of years and enjoy many different pieces along the way. I appreciate reps and gens for different reasons and enjoy owning both!
Cheers again for the comparo. I would love to see more of these should the occasion arise with other members (goes for me as well! )
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A great comparison the rep is very close to the gen by the looks of it. I've just ordered the v4 red bezel. Can't wait to receive it. It comes with the leather strap also.
From a normal distance the pearls looked the same to me, even side by side. But using the macro lens we can see subtle differences. Bezel around the GEN pearl is slightly thicker and shade of red on the triangle may be just a shade brighter compared to the rep. (GEN on the left)
Nice one! Thanks, pretty close indeed!
I didn't check this and unfortunately my rep is already sold and on its way to its new owner! The tolerances on the GEN bracelet are noticeably tighter than on the rep. It might not fit!
Where did the rep come from? I was actually going to PM you about a potential sale but....
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I was contemplating between buying my first rep; the black bay and the noob sub no date from toro but I think this comparison has helped me decide in buying the black bay! Just curious they've got the A2813 variant as well. Does that movement have bi-directional winding?
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Avoid the 2813 version. Wrong stem height, crappy crystal and there are no upgrades available for it. Different case altogether.
Oh I thought they had the same case, bracelet, dial and sapphire crystal; just the movement is different. This is the watch I was talking about. Do correct me if I am wrong.
http://www.toro888.com/index.php?route=product/product&path=107&product_id=1269
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They do NOT. That one has a mineral crystal, not sapphire. Also a a2813 CAN NOT be used as a replacement for a ETA 2824 (swiss or clone) because it has a different stem height. The movements are not interchangeable - so the cases are totally different.
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i would like to know too. So I could buy the basel 2016 tudor and put the old rep bracelet on it.