I have seen a guide for Daytona but can someone point me to a sub guide in what to look for in my QC pics when they arrive?
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I’d make certain it’s the watch I ordered, including the movement. Then look to see if anything is broken, scratched, bent, or missing. If everything is good that’s it man. I don’t give fast food workers a tough time while they’re preparing my order if you catch my drift. It’s only a few hundred bucks and if you don’t like it you can sell it and get most of your money back.
What the gentleman above said. QC pics are not given to compare flaws vs gen
LOL. Good way to put it, I guess. I just had read many posts about people checking their QC pics and wanted to be ready for mine.
QA pictures are for you to look and and verify it's what you ordered and nothing looks amiss vs known flaws. Do your research before ordering. If there's a specific concern which you are unsure about you can post that question with relevant pictures.
If you message @Feefo he has a special "QC Tool" he can share with you. It aligns the dial with the solar system.
I'd think before you committed to ordering a specific rep, you'd do as much homework as you could, to see what the common problems are with that specific model...some are known for inconsistent rehaut alignment, some for big SEL gaps, etc. Some specific models or movements are prone to idiosyncracies, like a jumping second hand on a Miyota movement. Some of these flaws are just things you're going to have to live with, unless you go with a different model (with its own flaws) or a gen.
Once you get your QC pics, compare them to the ones in the threads you've already studied. Look for the common issues specific to that rep, then look for obvious generic issues, like chrono hands not resetting, date wheel alignment, etc. Constantly remind yourself that you're looking at a HD photo/video...of a replica...of a 1-2" watch...blown up to 12"+ on your computer monitor.
I have more than a few gens that wouldn't stand up to this level of scrutiny, especially after they've been worn a few times.
Also, factor in the rep itself and the price...you're not likely to get the same level of perfection in a Cartel Sub, a BP Sub, and a VSF Sub, so manage expectations accordingly.
I cringe when I hear of people giving the RL to 5 or 10 different watches during the QC phase. If you're on verge of rejecting the 3rd watch you're shown, the problem is less likely the watch, and more likely you, or the dealer.
Once you get your QC pics, compare them to the ones in the threads you've already studied. Look for the common issues specific to that rep, then look for obvious generic issues, like chrono hands not resetting, date wheel alignment, etc. Constantly remind yourself that you're looking at a HD photo/video...of a replica...of a 1-2" watch...blown up to 12"+ on your computer monitor.
I have more than a few gens that wouldn't stand up to this level of scrutiny, especially after they've been worn a few times.
Also, factor in the rep itself and the price...you're not likely to get the same level of perfection in a Cartel Sub, a BP Sub, and a VSF Sub, so manage expectations accordingly.
I cringe when I hear of people giving the RL to 5 or 10 different watches during the QC phase. If you're on verge of rejecting the 3rd watch you're shown, the problem is less likely the watch, and more likely you, or the dealer.
That is a DHgate shitter, unknown factory and movement.
1. the magnification of the cyclops is 1.5X
2. the dial markers are not the same size
3. the lume isn't strong or consistent
4. the alien head logo is the wrong dimension.
This is definitely going to be a RL. Have to thank Feefo for letting me use his QC tool.
And with Uranus, which is much more important
That is why I was seeking a guide for the submariner. I know I saw one for Daytona. Figured it would help me learn and fiber known issues.
Looking forward to this process. Thanks for all the feedback.
I'll give you a hint....look at VSF 126610LN.....
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An actually helpful reply:
repsguide.com
What to look for in a Replica Watch Quality Check (QC) - RepsGuide.com
You’ve made an order and the dealer has sent you an album of your watch and asked if you accept. This guide covers what you should pay attention to when RL (Red Lighting/Rejection) or GL (Green Light/Approving) a watch. Index alignment Refers to the alignment of the hour markers or numerals on...
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The biggest thing is set the date and time and make sure they work. If it passes that test then go booger hunting.An actually helpful reply:
What to look for in a Replica Watch Quality Check (QC) - RepsGuide.com
You’ve made an order and the dealer has sent you an album of your watch and asked if you accept. This guide covers what you should pay attention to when RL (Red Lighting/Rejection) or GL (Green Light/Approving) a watch. Index alignment Refers to the alignment of the hour markers or numerals on...
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Usually this is the advice I will give.
1. Check the QC pics that the watch is the correct Factory edition that you purchased.
2. Look at the QC pics to see if there is any certain noticeable defects
3. Check the Timographer reading is within specs and if there are any areas of concern, do bring it up to your TD and he should be able to iron out the issues for you.
Have a nice day. Cheers!
1. Check the QC pics that the watch is the correct Factory edition that you purchased.
2. Look at the QC pics to see if there is any certain noticeable defects
3. Check the Timographer reading is within specs and if there are any areas of concern, do bring it up to your TD and he should be able to iron out the issues for you.
Have a nice day. Cheers!
100%. It's actually not that hard yet it seems that people turn this into quite the event in their lives.