Just received this watch a few hours ago. Had to post a few pics and first impression thoughts.
Now i cant compare this to a gen, so all observations are general. I compare fit/finish against other reps like Pam111 and SOSF v2.
Bracelet:
The bracelet did rattle upon arrival. I soaked it in Rock n Roll lube and washed it off. Now if feels very good. No hard edges. Clasp snaps in as it should. SEL fit and endlinks are just great.
Case:
It collects fingerprints like an iphone screen. I find myself polishing the case with my shirt all the time. The inside corners on the lugs are razor sharp. Maybe its possible to sand thoose down.
Crystal:
AR is good. Better than my Noob 111, but not as good as the SOSF v2. Its raised but i don't think its as doomed as the gen. I think..
Color hands/indexmarkers:
We know they are not the same color. But you wont notice this on the wrist. This is a non issue.
Dial:
Just great. Pure class and good execution.
Bezel and pearl:
Biggest letdown of the watch. It turns pretty easy, but its a 60 click bezel. Maybe it should be like that, but im so used to 120 click bezels so it feel strange. It also feels "sheap" when you turn it, it has a bit of play and the pearl does not center 12 marker with a click. Its between clicks if you know what i mean. (Update: GEN has a 60 click bezel and its a little light on the gen also. So no problems here!) Pearl is centered and looks good. I know an updated pearl will be released, i don't see any reason to change this pearl. A non issue for me.
Conclusion:
I have waited for this watch for over a year. Been following the RG thread daily. I had high expectations. But when my boss bought the gen i told myself that this would be a C&R. But im not so sure anymore. Its a stunning watch with a lot of character. The grey dial and gold hand is just purse sex. Its a small watch, but wears pretty big. This is something ppl notice. The feel of the watch is very good, im starting to really love it. I highly recommend this watch. Go get it
Now on to the pics.
Thnx
Now i cant compare this to a gen, so all observations are general. I compare fit/finish against other reps like Pam111 and SOSF v2.
Bracelet:
The bracelet did rattle upon arrival. I soaked it in Rock n Roll lube and washed it off. Now if feels very good. No hard edges. Clasp snaps in as it should. SEL fit and endlinks are just great.
Case:
It collects fingerprints like an iphone screen. I find myself polishing the case with my shirt all the time. The inside corners on the lugs are razor sharp. Maybe its possible to sand thoose down.
Crystal:
AR is good. Better than my Noob 111, but not as good as the SOSF v2. Its raised but i don't think its as doomed as the gen. I think..
Color hands/indexmarkers:
We know they are not the same color. But you wont notice this on the wrist. This is a non issue.
Dial:
Just great. Pure class and good execution.
Bezel and pearl:
Biggest letdown of the watch. It turns pretty easy, but its a 60 click bezel. Maybe it should be like that, but im so used to 120 click bezels so it feel strange. It also feels "sheap" when you turn it, it has a bit of play and the pearl does not center 12 marker with a click. Its between clicks if you know what i mean. (Update: GEN has a 60 click bezel and its a little light on the gen also. So no problems here!) Pearl is centered and looks good. I know an updated pearl will be released, i don't see any reason to change this pearl. A non issue for me.
Conclusion:
I have waited for this watch for over a year. Been following the RG thread daily. I had high expectations. But when my boss bought the gen i told myself that this would be a C&R. But im not so sure anymore. Its a stunning watch with a lot of character. The grey dial and gold hand is just purse sex. Its a small watch, but wears pretty big. This is something ppl notice. The feel of the watch is very good, im starting to really love it. I highly recommend this watch. Go get it
Now on to the pics.
Thnx
