Which TD to use?

[Southside39]

I am looking to order my first rep watch and after a lot of reading and research I have decided to get a PAM 111 Noon V4 with the Y-incablock as this is highly regarded and classified as a super rep. I'm still trying to decide between the brown leather and black leather strap though, I'll probably end up getting an extra strap so I can have both.

My question is that I have no experience with any TD and was looking for some advice, after searching through the TD list it appears that chazingtime has the best price after shipping utilizing the discount for sending money via WU. I have noticed though that puretime has watch service options that include time accuracy regulation and waterproof testing for $20 each, are there other TDs that offer these services/are these services worth getting? I would at least like to get timeographer results which it seems are standard with the QC pictures. Every TD that I've checked out seems to be within ~$10 of wachother so it seems like I'll be good no matter who I order through and I know its highly subjective but I'm just curious who everyone thinks has the best customer service, QC, packaging, and any other benefits I'm not thinking of. Thanks for any input!

 

[Fiddo]

Don't pay for any extra services. The 6497 movement in the 111 is quite robust. It'll be fine. Timegrapher results provided by TDs should only be used to verify that the watch is working when they took the pictures. For Timegrapher results to be accurate and meaningful, the watch needs to be tested on the Timegrapher in different positions for 24+ hours. The dealers typically don't test them for that amount of time.
Pick the TD you feel comfortable with. Read the reviews in their sections etc..They all sell the same watches from the same factories. Chazingtime is a good choice. Supermirrors is also good.

Welcome aboard! :welcome:

 

[mysterio]

TDs perform differently for different people at differing conditions like time of the year, shipping courier, location, etc. So I would suggest reading the dealer reviews. That said, I have bought from most TDs and they have delivered the goods.

 

[Southside39]

Thank you both for your responses, it's good to know it's not worth paying for the extra services. From all the reviews on multiple TDs it seems that the only only complaints/problems are from impatience and rudeness from the buyer. I feel confident going with chazingtime.

 

[SGT13]

You may also want to check out BK. I picked up a Noob PAM 111 from him and he made sure it was running right and pressure tested before shipping it to me. Definitely stick with a TD and you will be happy. Welcome to the forum!

 

[Southside39]

You may also want to check out BK. I picked up a Noob PAM 111 from him and he made sure it was running right and pressure tested before shipping it to me. Definitely stick with a TD and you will be happy. Welcome to the forum!

I've just read about him on his TD page. The PAM 111 thread is a pretty entertaining read with everyone asking for a non-existent catalog. I didn't see anywhere that he pressure tests them, where did you see that? Also pressure testing is equivalent to waterproofing correct?

 

[Snowly]

I ordered 372 from PureTime earlier today. It's my first Rep. I have a few cheap Gens and a Gen Omega Speedmaster.

I can't wait for it now - I know that movement on that version is flipped, but it doesn't bother me. It was a killer deal and only found cheapies at that price.

Also, I've been lurking here for a few months. Shame I missed a chance to get a TC Sub, but I wasn't ready when he was still in business.

 

[mysterio]

I ordered 372 from PureTime earlier today. It's my first Rep. I have a few cheap Gens and a Gen Omega Speedmaster.

I can't wait for it now - I know that movement on that version is flipped, but it doesn't bother me. It was a killer deal and only found cheapies at that price.

Also, I've been lurking here for a few months. Shame I missed a chance to get a TC Sub, but I wasn't ready when he was still in business.

The Noob PAM372 is a fantastic deal.

 

[UDTMIKE]

Yes BK will waterproof test them for additional fee I was told. His reps are more exspensive but you get more too. I send my reps to HOW Hot Mods, aka Rick914 to be serviced if needed and water proof tested. He is in Texas and very reliable.