Hello guys, I've learned about rep watches a few weeks ago and ever since then I've been interested in purchasing my first rep watch. Initially I was going to go for the Omega Aqua Terra 41mm, but when I tried it on at an Omega boutique it was way too big for me and that was when I realized that my wrist (around 15.5cm in circumference) is way too small for most watches, especially reps. Since then I've done my own research for almost 3 weeks now and right now I am looking at a couple of options:
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36 126000 BPF black dial ($398 from hont)
Rolex Datejust 36 VSF black dial ($488 from hont)
Rolex Submariner 116610 Date VSF (Not sure about price yet, haven't asked)
Cartier Santos Medium GF/V6F (GF: $428 from hont, not sure about V6F)
Tudor Black Bay 58 ZF ($228 from hont)
Here's my brief thoughts on these options :
As for the OP36, I love how the watch looks, simple and gets the job done, however upon doing my research I've learned that the 36mm isn't as great in terms of accuracy or quality as the 41mm version, not to mention it uses the A2824 movement (I know, you won't be able to notice anything unless you take the case off but I still like how the DJ36 has a replica movement)
Right now I'm most interested in the DJ36, however I don't really like the jubilee bracelet and the fluted bezel. It looks way too flashy and overdone. I've learned that VSF only makes jubilee bracelet and fluted bezel, and the only way I can get the DJ36 with smooth bezel and oyster bracelet is by buying a gen part (Which will cost me quite a hefty sum). I'm not sure if this will be worth the money, especially since I am on a tight budget and this is the only watch I'll buy for a while.
I've come across a thread on reddit where someone recommended to just buy a submariner instead of an OP or DJ, since its demand has been high for a long time and therefore it has the best replica quality out of all rep watches out there. Other than this reason, I've always wanted to buy a sub for myself (My grail alongside the milgauss) and therefore I've considered just getting a submariner instead.. However obviously the 6 digit subs will be a bit big for me and the slightly smaller 16610 is no longer in production. So if I buy a VSF sub chances are it'll look way too big on me.
The Cartier Santos Medium is also a really nice watch, but I was thinking of getting a GF one and apparently they've been raided a few days ago, and I'm not sure if hont has them in stock anymore.
The BB58 is a great watch and I've always loved how it looked. Not to mention how its significantly cheaper (in both gen and rep), but after doing some research I've discovered that its quality isn't as great as those of other reps such as the Santos, Submariners, Datejusts, etc... Not to mention that it's a bit larger than the other options on the list.
I'm looking for a simple, versatile do-it-all watch that I can wear to anything from casual occasions to formal events. Obviously my options are limited due to my small wrist, but is there any other watch that could work out for me that you guys know of? And if not, which one of these watches will work out the best for me? Thank you in advance!
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36 126000 BPF black dial ($398 from hont)
Rolex Datejust 36 VSF black dial ($488 from hont)
Rolex Submariner 116610 Date VSF (Not sure about price yet, haven't asked)
Cartier Santos Medium GF/V6F (GF: $428 from hont, not sure about V6F)
Tudor Black Bay 58 ZF ($228 from hont)
Here's my brief thoughts on these options :
As for the OP36, I love how the watch looks, simple and gets the job done, however upon doing my research I've learned that the 36mm isn't as great in terms of accuracy or quality as the 41mm version, not to mention it uses the A2824 movement (I know, you won't be able to notice anything unless you take the case off but I still like how the DJ36 has a replica movement)
Right now I'm most interested in the DJ36, however I don't really like the jubilee bracelet and the fluted bezel. It looks way too flashy and overdone. I've learned that VSF only makes jubilee bracelet and fluted bezel, and the only way I can get the DJ36 with smooth bezel and oyster bracelet is by buying a gen part (Which will cost me quite a hefty sum). I'm not sure if this will be worth the money, especially since I am on a tight budget and this is the only watch I'll buy for a while.
I've come across a thread on reddit where someone recommended to just buy a submariner instead of an OP or DJ, since its demand has been high for a long time and therefore it has the best replica quality out of all rep watches out there. Other than this reason, I've always wanted to buy a sub for myself (My grail alongside the milgauss) and therefore I've considered just getting a submariner instead.. However obviously the 6 digit subs will be a bit big for me and the slightly smaller 16610 is no longer in production. So if I buy a VSF sub chances are it'll look way too big on me.
The Cartier Santos Medium is also a really nice watch, but I was thinking of getting a GF one and apparently they've been raided a few days ago, and I'm not sure if hont has them in stock anymore.
The BB58 is a great watch and I've always loved how it looked. Not to mention how its significantly cheaper (in both gen and rep), but after doing some research I've discovered that its quality isn't as great as those of other reps such as the Santos, Submariners, Datejusts, etc... Not to mention that it's a bit larger than the other options on the list.
I'm looking for a simple, versatile do-it-all watch that I can wear to anything from casual occasions to formal events. Obviously my options are limited due to my small wrist, but is there any other watch that could work out for me that you guys know of? And if not, which one of these watches will work out the best for me? Thank you in advance!
