Noob finally releases true clone GMTs

[KJ2020]

ARF is closer to 12671x's. But I doubt Noob will change its case when they put out new 12671x models.

For people trying to stay OOTB as much as possible, Noob is the clear choice for me if these new releases are solid.

 

[Muskandar]

so this case set is the same one as noob gmt with timebomb movement??

 

[KJ2020]

so this case set is the same one as noob gmt with timebomb movement??

The inside is not, it would be milled to properly accommodate the true clone movement. They would not have had any reason to change the exterior. Time will tell.

 

[kevBquick]

andrew trustytime ....you need to drop the $528 to $458.

 

[KJ2020]

andrew trustytime ....you need to drop the $528 to $458.

His $528 is for the V10 LN. The V10 BLNR is $648. Go figure. Both V11's are $458 on Trusty. About time Noob got off the shameful gravy train.

https://trustytime.asia/index.php?ma...+noob&x=36&y=9

Here's the V10 next to V11. Cases look identical to me, but promo pics aren't always correct. However, as I mentioned there really is no reason for the case exterior to be changed. This upgrade is all about the movement.

 

[preppyr6]

Im in for the Bat assuming the insert is acceptable. Wonder if ARFs insert will be better.

 

[JK2087]

I will get the LN if it turns out to be better than the ARF

 

[KJ2020]

Looks like the V11 has slightly thinner CGs. That would make it split the difference between being correct for a 11671x or a 12671x. An ambidextrous case, as it were.

 

[KJ2020]

 

[Mark1937]

My 116710 LN have ARF case + VR movement + all gen parts. I don't like proportions... I don't know why. When i wear my GMT Noob i find them much more harmonious

 

[Tobel]

This looks interesting, curious to see 1st pics

 

[Genera74]

If its the reliable VR3185 movement - I'm game..

 

[kevBquick]

Looks like the V11 has slightly thinner CGs. That would make it split the difference between being correct for a 11671x or a 12671x. An ambidextrous case, as it were.

ever so slight based on the that. however i'm not sure that will be discernable to eye on the wrist. in our brain we think its huge on my 39" computer monitor....on my wrist its a fraction of a millimeter.

since my GMF V1 with a 2836 is toast....i'm definitely in the market.
and I have an ARF v1 maybe now its worth the re-up on 116610LN. overall i'm still not sure if its VSF, ARF, NOOB, or ZZF honestly. they all have their pros and cons per the usual. I'm just looking for the best OOTB since I don't have a watch modder. the few i've tried have never replied back so....i need an OOTB. Thoughts from the grandmaster KJ2020

 

[KJ2020]

I'm just looking for the best OOTB since I don't have a watch modder. KJ2020

I like what I'm seeing so far on this Noob LN bro. My Noob BLRO is completely stock except for some movement mods (thread coming soon) and it's acceptable OOTB. Of course upgrades are always an improvement but the basics are all OK. Case, dial, hands, crystal, DW, bracelet- check. If you don't want to spend more money you can still be happy with it. I think the same would be true for the new Noob LN. The VR3185 is a significant upgrade.

 

[kevBquick]

I like what I'm seeing so far on this Noob LN bro. My Noob BLRO is completely stock except for some movement mods (thread coming soon) and it's acceptable OOTB. Of course upgrades are always an improvement but the basics are all OK. Case, dial, hands, crystal, DW, bracelet- check. If you don't want to spend more money you can still be happy with it. I think the same would be true for the new Noob LN. The VR3185 is a significant upgrade.

the noob BLRO carries the timebomb issue IIRC. so thats the only thing that holds me back on that. love that piece though. its just GMF had the 2836-2 and I accidently messed that up. I think I adjusted the date at 12:!5am and it was toast after that. i want this one to last. would be my 3rd pepsi.

 

[Pietros]

I got my noob timebomb Pepsi just over a year ago and after a gen crystal and a service, it's still running absolutely perfectly but I have never jumped the hour hand.
My watchmaker said the bezel gasket/attachment arrangement was utter garbage so I'll be keen to know if noob are using a more gen like arrangement on these newer models, assuming a new Pepsi is on the horizon.

 

[Genera74]

I like what I'm seeing so far on this Noob LN bro. My Noob BLRO is completely stock except for some movement mods (thread coming soon) and it's acceptable OOTB. Of course upgrades are always an improvement but the basics are all OK. Case, dial, hands, crystal, DW, bracelet- check. If you don't want to spend more money you can still be happy with it. I think the same would be true for the new Noob LN. The VR3185 is a significant upgrade.
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Why does TD site says SA3186 movement? Or its the same ?


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[KJ2020]

I got my noob timebomb Pepsi just over a year ago and after a gen crystal and a service, it's still running absolutely perfectly but I have never jumped the hour hand.
My watchmaker said the bezel gasket/attachment arrangement was utter garbage so I'll be keen to know if noob are using a more gen like arrangement on these newer models, assuming a new Pepsi is on the horizon.

Indeed bro, the Noob Pepsi V10 timebomb bezel arrangement is quite substandard. The Pepsi insert is thicker than the other Noob models and required a deeper bezel well.

Noob GMT Pepsi's poor bezel design

 

[Fervid]

This looks very promising, wonder if they're trying to one up ARF on the Batman.

 

[Tobel]

Looks like the vr3185 indeed

https://trustytime.asia/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=1_5&products_id=22092

Rehaut is slightly misaligned and the insert is likely dirty but the rest looks good. Anyone cares to share feedback of the bezel inserts on previous Noob models?