ARF DJ w/Gen Datewheel and Dial (Gen Dial isn't very different from ARF) beside my Gen GMT
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Datejust 36 - DJF vs ARF?
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The ARF bezel is 100% rhodium plated. And for those who say that ARF V2 Datewheel has improved.. there's still a long way to go
it's shit.Or the OOTB BP with good SELs, DW, and an ETA for $250 and no mods needed.
The BP is nice, but isn't it only available in twotone?
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The ARF bezel is 100% rhodium plated. And for those who say that ARF V2 Datewheel has improved.. there's still a long way to go
I don't buy it that rep bezels are rhodium plated. Even if true, rhodium plating doesn't last and wears off easily and relatively quickly.
https://forum.replica-watch.info/fo...41-new-arf-date-just-36?p=7442821#post7442821
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I think they technically are (we are talking microns purely for initial visual effect here) but bear in mind gold plating isn't really gold in the rep world. My dj is showing signs of rhodium wear, not revealing yellow gold, but more likely an alloy consisting of a tiny amount of actual gold and mostly palladium or more likely nickel.
The djf is fine if you're happy with a good looking watch that most people won't even bat an eyelid at.
If you want to Franken then ARF is the way to go, but I agree the SH3135 is a tiresome movement that is costing me a fortune to keep running. Roll on mass production of the vr3135
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This is my ARF btw
Gen dial, crystal, dw, crown, tube, stem, some movement parts, rehaut engraving removed, repolished and brushed
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Gen dial, crystal, dw, crown, tube, stem, some movement parts, rehaut engraving removed, repolished and brushed
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This is my ARF btw
Gen dial, crystal, dw, crown, tube, stem, some movement parts, rehaut engraving removed, repolished and brushed
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Looks really good except for the bezel, that's the trouble with rhodium plating, always have to re-do it.
Almost year old BP Daydate, I'm guessing no rhodium plating
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This is my ARF btw
Gen dial, crystal, dw, crown, tube, stem, some movement parts, rehaut engraving removed, repolished and brushed
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That baby deserves a gen bezel bro, even if it's SS.
I know mate, the problem is I started another project now and may even have to sell it. SH3135 problems
Hey guys, I understand that ootb the DJF is probably better than the ARF. If I was to compare just an ARF with a WSO DW swap and the DJF, which would you say would be better? I do not intend to undertake any further mods.
Aesthetically I can't seem to spot any visual differences apart from the fat font on the ARF too. Any input?
PS w2c the silver dial DJ 36
Aesthetically I can't seem to spot any visual differences apart from the fat font on the ARF too. Any input?
PS w2c the silver dial DJ 36
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Is this a good replacement for the rhodium plated bezel: https://www.ebay.com/itm/BEZEL-FOR-...115062?hash=item25934d6db6:g:bB8AAOSw3bZcKU-0
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Haven't held the ARF but you're simplifying it too much. You need to service the movement so add 150 to 200 to whatever the cost you have in your head is. Also might need Gen reversing wheels so add another 150. Arf is way better if you want to pay the extra cash, but the two are incomparable if you're concern is cost.