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Noob finally releases true clone GMTs

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It looks like they stuck two pieces together, the transition at 18 is all wrong, with the inside of the 8 not all black but with some parts blue in it. Staring at the ARF it looks like they did a better job.
 
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It looks like they stuck two pieces together, the transition at 18 is all wrong, with the inside of the 8 not all black but with some parts blue in it. Staring at the ARF it looks like they did a better job.

Yes that's how they manufacture these inserts, unlike Rolex who discolors half of a one piece insert so that it becomes blue. That's why rep inserts have speed bumps. I'm sure it can be improved with a better manufacturing and assembly process but by default that's what happens
 

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Those are OK I suppose but where are these "true clones" of which the OP speaks?
 
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what do you think arf or noob is better?
I think noob made a mistake with font on "Rolex oyster perpetual..." on the dial :(
 

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Those are OK I suppose but where are these "true clones" of which the OP speaks?

Exactly. Still waiting to see one Boss. Noob is advertising the true clone VR3185 GMT movement in its V11 LN and BLNR. But the timebomb movement is still in the V11 BLRO's. And $200 more. They sure know how to soak us for the best Pepsi insert, Arghh.
 

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Friend rejected and received this, about as good as it's gonna get I guess. Speedbumps are still present but the insert can be changed.

Nice to see confirmation on the VR3185 movement too.
 
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So, with the Noob having the VR but the ARF having the better bezel, I guess we could go one of two ways. Buy an ARF and install a VR (which you can purchase separate) or buy a Noob and swap the bezel, which if you're looking for an ARF bezel, you have to buy the whole watch.
 
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So, with the Noob having the VR but the ARF having the better bezel, I guess we could go one of two ways. Buy an ARF and install a VR (which you can purchase separate) or buy a Noob and swap the bezel, which if you're looking for an ARF bezel, you have to buy the whole watch.

This is why Im in line to get an ARF. Noob had 10 previous chances to get the insert right. Yeah they'll sell them like hotcakes but not to me...
 

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Friend rejected and received this, about as good as it's gonna get I guess. Speedbumps are still present but the insert can be changed.

Nice to see confirmation on the VR3185 movement too.

Yes, good to know Noob isn't completely out for blood. Not unless you want a Pepsi anyway.
 
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