The VSF Submariners Thread

[SS72]

I am thinking about buying a VSF from a TD as well, but I am a little afraid to be scammed since there are a lot of fake VSFs around and the factory is still shut down. Does anyone have some advice for me?

Hey mate, welcome. There is a heap of great information on here about serial numbers on cases, dial printing, clasp codes, etc., to help you confirm that your fake Rolex is a real VSF fake.
Research and then ask your chosen TD specific questions to confirm. Review QC pics inline with the expectations and be specific with any questions you ask the forum members. And read reviews on all of the RWI TDs. They are called TDs for a reason, but don't assume they know everything, and if you don't ask, they won't tell.

 

[pixel_junkie]

I am thinking about buying a VSF from a TD as well, but I am a little afraid to be scammed since there are a lot of fake VSFs around and the factory is still shut down. Does anyone have some advice for me?

I’m in possession of both pre and post raid VSF Subs. I was also uncomfortable buying post raid as the story what happened with VSF changes drastically depending on who you talk to. I wanted to see for myself so scrutinized to death. Macro photos through 5x magnifying glass of everything from the scallops on the bezel to the movement and everything in between. Watches are identical.

 

[pixel_junkie]

I am thinking about buying a VSF from a TD as well, but I am a little afraid to be scammed since there are a lot of fake VSFs around and the factory is still shut down. Does anyone have some advice for me?

I’m in possession of both pre and post raid VSF Subs. I was also uncomfortable buying post raid as the story what happened with VSF changes drastically depending on who you talk to. I wanted to see for myself so scrutinized to death. Macro photos through 5x magnifying glass of everything from the scallops on the bezel to the movement and everything in between. Watches are identical.

 

[halo3]

Hey,

Does anyone know why the VSF 126610LN and 126610LV are on sale now on most TD's websites? Are they like bad batches now or something?

 

[Rolly10]

Hi guys, i bought my first vsf 126610ln (and firts rep watch) from a TD and these are the QC pics. what do you think about? Is it a good product? 245 is amplitude? Seems to be too low. I gladly accept advise. Thanks

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Beautiful watch , i have one VSF and it is a beauty

 

[Rolly10]

I really like those spiderwebby photos, I would reject it right away, the whole thing is crooked as f*ck, see below

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ahahahaa super

 

[bertieng]

Hey,

Does anyone know why the VSF 126610LN and 126610LV are on sale now on most TD's websites? Are they like bad batches now or something?

Probably becoz the TD's realized that with the price hikes they were asking, the stock is not moving much as they speculated. They are over optimistic about the actual demands

 

[MrFitzwilliam]

There are only so many $458 submarines you can sell for $888.

 

[TheNickGuy]

Considering the purchase of a 1LD CF bracelet as a replacement for my 1LQ VSF bracelet for a better clasp and full 904L steel bracelet.

Anyone who has done so?

Just approved the QC photos for the ARF/CF bracelet, will report back when I receive and replace my VSF bracelet.

I will also be selling my VSF bracelet on this forum, along with a GMF 21mm Jubilee.

 

[Klocklind123]

I have had my vsf 126610ln from Sead for a couple of weeks now and love it

It has been a couple seconds off for about 3 weeks now!

If it runs so good is it really nessesary to service the movement?


And regarding the bracelet so is it ok but the ARF on my vsf 116610ln is way better, and the big difference is the clasp.

But I have bend the flip arm on the vsf clasp a little and now it is better

One of the best reps ever

 

[mac83]

StreetFighter quick question chap, are the lugs suppose to be sharp on the hulk and 126610ln, I feel like they could pierce your skin if pressed hard enough. Is this same as gen?

 

[och]

Are we saying that the ARF bracelet is the best for a sub?
I'm currently on a VSF

 

[StreetFighter]

Gen has sharp lugs but not quite as sharp as a rep. Unless you had both in hand you would have no idea.

 

[michael0703]

Are we saying that the ARF bracelet is the best for a sub?
I'm currently on a VSF

I have the VSF 126610 LN. I swapped to the ARF Clean bracelet. I like it much better. Mostly because of the clasp. No catfish mouth gap at flip lock end and way better glidelock. SELs are better too.


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[Klocklind123]

Where ca I buy the ARF clean 126610 bracelet?

And how much is it?

 

[Klocklind123]

Where can I buy the ARF clean 126610 bracelet?

And how much is it?

 

[Klocklind123]

Sorry for to many posts!

Is it really a problem with the "cat mounth" on the vsf 126610ln bracelet?

Do any one have a picture side by side to compare this part of the bracelet?

 

[TheNickGuy]

Where can I buy the ARF clean 126610 bracelet?

And how much is it?

I just purchased from my TD after QC for over $200 USD with shipping. Not cheap, but I am looking for the same improvementsmichael0703 mentioned in their post.

 

[TheNickGuy]

Sorry for to many posts!

Is it really a problem with the "cat mounth" on the vsf 126610ln bracelet?

Do any one have a picture side by side to compare this part of the bracelet?

An old picture that I found from the forum, sorry I don't have the photo credits to include. Also, this is for a 116610, not a 126610, but you can see what is referred to as the "catfish mouth".

https://clickpix.org/images/j3ixn1.jpg

 

[TheNickGuy]

Another pic from the forum, apologies again for no photo credit.