First rep order ever, wish me good luck!

[Peppe241]

Hi everyone,

I paid for my first order for a replica tonight.
I chose to take VSF's Rolex Submariner 116610LN rep, which really impressed me after comparing (even with the help of the many threads) the various versions.
I hope I have successfully completed the bank transfer, I am currently awaiting confirmation from Andrew but reading the various reviews I am confident that I have made a good choice.
Can't wait for confirmation, and QC photos. So excited!
I will keep you updated on the entire purchase and delivery process.

Good evening!

 

[Peppe241]

Little but good update: received bank trasnfer confirmation, everything OK.

It will take from 4 to 12 days for QC pics, then will be 11-20 days for the delivery.

Thanks a lot to Andrew, very quick and detailed response!

 

[Peppe241]

2nd update:

Received yesterday QC pics, greenlighted them, waiting now for shipment tracking details.

I would like to thank Andrew for his availability and speed in answering my questions regarding servicing and waiting times.
Apparently I will receive more images in the coming days, in order to have more details on the product.

I had noticed a small discrepancy on the R (in the rehaut) at the 2 o'clock position, but I didn't understand if it is actual or is it an optical illusion. I don't have a very experienced eye yet. Regardless, I thought it was an exaggeration to refuse the QC and ask for another unit.

Can't wait to have the tracking details!

 

[brandon1221]

Good luck, you're in great hands

 

[miscusi]

I have this one, yes the rehaut is not perfect, but I love the SH** out of it! one of my favorite all time watches. I think you will love it also! good luck!

 

[YellowFin]

I had noticed a small discrepancy on the R (in the rehaut) at the 2 o'clock position, but I didn't understand if it is actual or is it an optical illusion. I don't have a very experienced eye yet. Regardless, I thought it was an exaggeration to refuse the QC and ask for another unit.

Unfortunately standard on VSF's 116610 and in consequence no reason to reject QC. It's not that obvious on the wrist, still a great rep.

 

[Peppe241]

Unfortunately standard on VSF's 116610 and in consequence no reason to reject QC. It's not that obvious on the wrist, still a great rep.

Thanks for the info, I didn't know this.

BTW, another update: QC approved and shipment consigned! I received the tracking details from Andrew, whom I thank again for his great availability.
I can't wait to have the Sub on my wrist!

 

[Bauerwatch]

You will be in safe hands going with Andrew. I recently made my first purchase with him and the watch arrived very quickly and was perfect. I have since placed a second order with Andrew and it is on route to me now.

 

[Peppe241]

Hi guys, another update: the shipment has started and the watch already appears to be in transit to the UK. I hope to receive the Sub by the end of the month!

Great experience with Andrew, great service.

 

[Peppe241]

Hi guys, another update: the shipment has started and the watch already appears to be in transit to the UK. I hope to receive the Sub by the end of the month!

Great experience with Andrew, great service.

Hi everyone, after reading uneasy news about UK ---> EU shipments after Brexit, I asked Andrew for clarification on this, as the package is in the UK (Atherstone RDC). Andrew told me that his guys in the UK know how to handle the situation and that I could therefore feel comfortable for the reception (I'm Italian). Do you have UK -->EU shipping experiences after Brexit?
As of now, I have total faith in Andrew, but I am still very concerned about any inspections.

 

[rangan]

Keep us updated, you are in good hands

 

[Peppe241]

UPDATE: The package results "delivered by" in Nottingham but the actual destination is Italy. I have the "delivered" status on the tracking site. Don't know if it's normal procedure or something went wrong.

Here's the log:
2021-01-19 11:18
Nottingham South DO, Delivered by 2021-01-19 04:27
Nottingham South DO, Due to be delivered today 2021-01-18 23:17
Nottingham MC, Item Received 2021-01-16 19:38
Atherstone RDC, Item Received

 

[Peppe241]

UPDATE: The package results "delivered by" in Nottingham but the actual destination is Italy. I have the "delivered" status on the tracking site. Don't know if it's normal procedure or something went wrong.

Here's the log:
2021-01-19 11:18
Nottingham South DO, Delivered by 2021-01-19 04:27
Nottingham South DO, Due to be delivered today 2021-01-18 23:17
Nottingham MC, Item Received 2021-01-16 19:38
Atherstone RDC, Item Received

Received update from Andrew: as I imagined, the parcel was sent to his "UK guy". He will send me another Royal Mail tracking number once the parcel is sent to Italy.

 

[sw821]

Sounds great so far, I just bought yesterday a watch from him and I cannot wait to get updates like you! Good luck man!

 

[Peppe241]

Hi everyone, I'll give you another update after a few days.

The package has arrived in Langley and is currently at the "International Trading Center". Royal Mail tracking says that the package is leaving the UK, and on the Italian Post Office website it is currently being taken over abroad and being processed at the exchange center.

Reading on the various forums, he could be subjected to customs controls, and that worries me enough. At the moment, however, I have not yet spoken to Andrew, as I still want to wait a few more days and see if there are any updates on the tracking. Hope to receive the package smoothly!

Here the tracking status:

Package status: In transit
Country: United Kingdom -> Italy
2021-01-21 02:31 GREAT BRITAIN, In process at the International Trading Centre
2021-01-20 11:57 UNITED KINGDOM, Taking charge abroad
2021-01-21 01:31 LANGLEY HWDC, Item Leaving the UK
2021-01-21 01:27 LANGLEY HWDC, Item Received by Royal Mail
2021-01-20 18:34 Nottingham MC, Item Despatched to Heathrow Worldwide DC
2021-01-20 13:50 Nottingham MC, Item received at
2021-01-20 11:25 Sender preparing item
2021-01-20 10:57 Trent Boulevard Post Office [NG2 5BE], Accepted at Post Office.

 

[derjenigewelcher]

First Rep, always you guys have to learn beeing patient and Shit on the tracking information
The Rep will come safely to you mate... Andrew knows his business

 

[Peppe241]

First Rep, always you guys have to learn beeing patient and Shit on the tracking information
The Rep will come safely to you mate... Andrew knows his business

I know I have to be patient, but at the same time I am tremendously paranoid and anxious (also, I can't wait to have it) :lol: and reading of misadventures about international shipping makes me even more panic

 

[derjenigewelcher]

This Guy is a pro since more then 18 Years. Calm down, he will know how to declare your treasures that it will pass customs and you can be lucky.
Keep my words in Mind

 

[Peppe241]

This Guy is a pro since more then 18 Years. Calm down, he will know how to declare your treasures that it will pass customs and you can be lucky.
Keep my words in Mind

No doubts on that, until now great support and availability by Andrew! I'm very confident

 

[Peppe241]

UPDATE:

It's finally here! I haven't had time to look at it carefully yet, but at first glance it looks fantastic.

Two photos taken in a hurry before leaving:
https://imgur.com/q1TVhG5
https://imgur.com/IfREvQ2

Big thanks to Andrew for the support! I will surely order again from him.