PPF 47040 Overseas

[natasjames]

Thx for the tip

This is obvious...

 

[Pix]

TBH I don't see a big issue (for me) there, not perfectly aligned DW are common, and anyway I'm unable to see the date in general (except with the cyclop)
But I do understand the concern for the price

 

[Parto]

If an issue the date wheel overlay could be adjusted, the movement cannot due to the crown stem.

 

[vcelkama]

If an issue the date wheel overlay could be adjusted, the movement cannot due to the crown stem.

So one would need to “cut” the overlay from the DW and glue it back aligned? Have you done it before? I’m wondering if there is a layer which is sticked to the DW or if it is rather painted.

 

[Parto]

Given it is an Asian eta clone I'm guessing it will be an overlay. The overlay can be removed with a sharp blade and glued/realigned with a either a 5min epoxy or cement. I've done it with rolex datewheels where I've used a gen datewheel as an overlay for eta movement

 

[newest dude on the forum]

I don't know what you guys are seeing. These dials look pretty darn straight to me and the dates might be ever-so-slightly off, but I can't imagine it being visible on the wrist.

 

[Pix]

In any case, no way to mod the wheel, too risky.
I'll put a sticker on the date

 

[Pix]

 

[newest dude on the forum]

I don't know what you guys are seeing. These dials look pretty darn straight to me and the dates might be ever-so-slightly off, but I can't imagine it being visible on the wrist.

 

[Pix]

I believe the misunderstanding came from the supposed f*cked dial alignment, whereas we have an off-center date

 

[Aquanautilus]

Well it's kinda both...intentionally slighty misalinged dial to distract from the off-center date.

Scrolled through all the dealers pictures...some are better, some aren't.
Can't wait to see some QC pics.

 

[tangokilo]

I think we need someone to draw some grid lines superimposed over the dial to explain the issue. Would also help with genuine and rep side by side to point out the issue. I can't seem to find it.

 

[rek00001]

I really want to get one but I'm concerned about the previous clasp button coming out problem, and the bracelet extension that may come loose and not stay shut.
I guess one has to address that with the TD and get some assurance somehow?

 

[Parto]

There is no bracelet extension system on the gen 2 overseas.

 

[tangokilo]

I still would like to know what the apparent issue with dial alignment is. I think I understand but need an artist to draw grid lines.

 

[Pix]

Here's one speaking QC picture (for me)

Date is good enough, dial alignment, still not something I understood in this thread

 

[locvs]

Here's one speaking QC picture (for me)

Date is good enough, dial alignment, still not something I understood in this thread

This one looks great. Enjoy it

On some of the pics the whole dial is rotated about 2-3° clockwise.

 

[newest dude on the forum]

Here's one speaking QC picture (for me)

Date is good enough, dial alignment, still not something I understood in this thread

Man, that looks so good. I also still haven't seen the rotated dial. Jealous of this watch.

 

[Pix]

Will see it in person when it's here (2 weeks I suppose) and will take further pictures.
I asked Andrew to ask the factory for a centered DW : maybe he did it, I don't know.
At least, it doesn't seem to be a permanent flaw.
I'll buy the rubber on Ali, as the one from the manufacturer is silly expensive : they ask more than 160 USD with a clasp.

Back in 2007-2008, this one was one of my first reps, glad I catch one again. Paid 250 USD at that time. Simple ETA clone (which imo was more than enough). Not a big fan of overdecorated movements or so called clones, for they are most of the time problematic to handle/clean/repair
At that time the bracelet resizing was a nightmare. Hope this changed

 

[EdenAlando]

Here's one speaking QC picture (for me)

Date is good enough, dial alignment, still not something I understood in this thread

This looks perfectly fine... Beautiful!