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DC109

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dom1986 said:
Are you serious?


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Everyone has their hangups about specific tells. Some people prefer the 2836, even though it means crown position and CGs that are way off. Some people are very concerned about dial print, while others think there is a enough variation in the gens that it doesn't really matter. Some people dislike VRF because of the rehaut printing, while others (like me) don't even have good enough eye sight to see it anyway.

For me, a flush SEL creates a flat reflection all the way across the lugs, which is visible at wrist distance and further, kind of ruining the look. I'm sure smoke and other experts would reject a watch for flush SEL too, but to each their own--you don't have to agree.
 
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DC109 said:
Everyone has their hangups about specific tells. Some people prefer the 2836, even though it means crown position and CGs that are way off. Some people are very concerned about dial print, while others think there is a enough variation in the gens that it doesn't really matter. Some people dislike VRF because of the rehaut printing, while others (like me) don't even have good enough eye sight to see it anyway.

For me, a flush SEL creates a flat reflection all the way across the lugs, which is visible at wrist distance and further, kind of ruining the look. I'm sure smoke and other experts would reject a watch for flush SEL too, but to each their own--you don't have to agree.
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Fair comment man - i just think we expect an awful lot at times. Since finding the forum a few years back I think the reps are getting better and better its good to see.

Although sometimes it feels like they go full circle and fck things up again... NOOB seem to be masters at this
 
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That's absolutely right. Comparing the reps at this point is like comparing modern production cameras: they're all light years ahead of the best stuff available five years ago, so it's down to nitpicking details. Also true about the cyclical nature of the "improvements"... I was lucky to pick up a V7 with great lugs and CGs, basically a V6s case... but it has a worse insert than even the V6 and V5. One step forward, two steps back. But in the end, it's a good excuse to franken. I enjoy a hacked together gen-like watch more than a gen one.
 
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DC109 exactly. It's like the shoulders on a suit, it's something you can't alter easily. When I finally get QC for my V9 if the sel isn't right I'd sooner have my money back or get a different watch


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DC109 said:
That's absolutely right. Comparing the reps at this point is like comparing modern production cameras: they're all light years ahead of the best stuff available five years ago, so it's down to nitpicking details. Also true about the cyclical nature of the "improvements"... I was lucky to pick up a V7 with great lugs and CGs, basically a V6s case... but it has a worse insert than even the V6 and V5. One step forward, two steps back. But in the end, it's a good excuse to franken. I enjoy a hacked together gen-like watch more than a gen one.
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Simple solution = dont buy anything from noob until they learn and fix it.
 
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Can someone chime in regarding approx shipping timeline from inTime to USA? Thanks
 
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Simple solution = dont buy anything from noob until they learn and fix it.
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That's definitely the simple solution. But with the other advantages of the V9, I think the long road to the best rep possible is to work with your TD on QC pics and keep trying until you get the right base, and upgrade from there.
 
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DC109 said:
That's definitely the simple solution. But with the other advantages of the V9, I think the long road to the best rep possible is to work with your TD on QC pics and keep trying until you get the right base, and upgrade from there.
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my pet peeve is the date and cyclops, that's like the first thing anyone looks for and easy to spot on Rolexs , right after a good smooth sweeeping second hand, third a good bezel with great clicks. Most friends that I allow to check out my original Sub is the first thing they tend to do , turn the bezel, so i hope the V9 noob on a 2836 I ordered from Ryan has these preferences of mine on point.
 
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DC109 said:
That's definitely the simple solution. But with the other advantages of the V9, I think the long road to the best rep possible is to work with your TD on QC pics and keep trying until you get the right base, and upgrade from there.
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Good luck we tried that years ago, noob doesnt give a shit about RWI, ARF is the complete opposite they hear and try to fix
 
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It could be a figure matter, if noob orders and sells million watches,a smaller maker is more flexible
ofc i don't think ARF is small but mayb not that big
 
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Well, I've officially read all 92 pages of this damn thread, and after being out of the rep game for a year or so, this V9 is gonna pull me back in. After seeing the great review that occb2 posted, and seeing the feedback smoke has left, I guess I'm team noob on this one. The million dollar question for me is, with Ryan being out of stock (even though some members report hearing there's stock available) and ChazingTime out of stock, has anybody had any experience with good ol' BK regarding stock on the V9, and does anyone have any thoughts on his offerings (besides the higher prices) as far as them being verified V9's?
 
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Mods, am I allowed to post the sales post link from BK's section with the pics for feedback from my previous post?
 
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Well, I've officially read all 92 pages of this damn thread, and after being out of the rep game for a year or so, this V9 is gonna pull me back in. After seeing the great review that occb2 posted, and seeing the feedback smoke has left, I guess I'm team noob on this one. The million dollar question for me is, with Ryan being out of stock (even though some members report hearing there's stock available) and ChazingTime out of stock, has anybody had any experience with good ol' BK regarding stock on the V9, and does anyone have any thoughts on his offerings (besides the higher prices) as far as them being verified V9's?
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Bk lol don't waste your money
 
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Anyone selling or can point me in the right direction for a Rolex submariner stainless steel and green (hulk) v9 I’m not being rude and don’t mean it’s I’m brand new to this and don’t no where to post this other than here, as I see there’s some senior members on this bread hopefully they can point me in the right direction. Many thanks
 
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