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Godfathar's Advice On Which Is The Best Aquanaut Jumbo Out There

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VanOrton

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Nivka said:
Welcome, mate. I can't answer, all your questions, but a couple of points. People tend to recommend sticking to stainless steel reps because the gold plated ones don't age particularly well, although Godfather's is holding up well it seems. Secondly, you're not supposed to link to perfect clones because they're not a TD here.

I'm pretty certain the watch you've linked is expensive because of the gold in it; the miyota movement is Japanese and not particularly expensive. The miyota rotor on my nautilus is quite loud though, which may irritate you if you're spending that much.

If you're deadset on gold, Godfather's V6F SW200 version is probably the safer way to go, especially if it's your first rep. Good luck
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Thanks very much Nivka for the informative response. Open apology to linking to a non TD I should have checked the list. I have a few ages open on my computer from links I found in threads and just assumed they were one of them.

Ok well now all I have to do is find a sw200 V6 and then make sure I study the pics so I didn't get sent an older model which I heard can happen when stock is low.

Out of curiosity has anyone here any knowledge of the gold wrapping process? Is it at all similar to PVD/DLC? I'm in London UK so perhaps there could be someone who could do this. Any ideas?

I am after 2 more watches a Nautilus (but seems everyone is waiting on a new rep) and also a AP that I want to have DLC coated like below. Not for everyone but like the tonal layered black look, but have to get reading about AP chrono reps and if they work etc then find someone who will work on a rep!
 

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SuperLory

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The day you can get that ap repped give me a call and I'll send the money over

sent, me thinks
 
rcom440

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There is rumor that Roal Oak chronograph will be replicated. I think they are working on a new movement for it but it will take time.
RO chrnonosnon my list. I was thinking about buying gen but i don't want to make that move and drop 20k on it.
 
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DoesNotExist

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Hi all

I received last thursday my Aquanaut from V6 factory with SW200 movement

Here is a front pictures taken in daylight



I expected to see a full black dial, while it is more a "dark chocolate" one.

In my opinion it is more interesting, even if not expected
 
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MBvHoven

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DoesNotExist said:
Hi all

I received last thursday my Aquanaut from V6 factory with SW200 movement

Here is a front pictures taken in daylight



I expected to see a full black dial, while it is more a "dark chocolate" one.

In my opinion it is more interesting, even if not expected
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Looks nice sir! Interesting to see it on a bracelet. How's the bracelet quality?


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DoesNotExist

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The bracelet is not perfect. I asked for assistance during the QC process here in this 3ad, but in the reality the space between last link and the SEL is hardly noticeble

The bracelet is not smooth and sweet. But I already taken in consideration the fact to make a "oil bath" in order to have it smoother.

I do not have the need to change its lenght. I have a 8" wrist and its current configuration is perfect for me. Very likely there would be problems for wrists over 8.2". I ordered also the rubber strap with another clasp. I will install in the future, probably in early summer. I deem that the bracelet is pefect for autumn and winter, while the rubber strap is more "sunlike" dress.

I used yesterday evening for a dinner with some friends and I felt confortable for all the evening. Let's see the in the future how much wrist time it will conquer
 
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I love this watch


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umirza85

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I don't see the sw200 versions on the TD's I'm looking at. Still undecided between RG and SS.
 
Nivka

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If anyone has the V6f 2824 version with black dial, I beg you to please post some pics for me
 
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