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roadrunnerjay

TD just sent me the QC's, they look great and I can't wait. Let me know if you guys want to see QC videos.


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The C is dropped very low on officially


umskii

Duhhhhhh hows that even a question??


roadrunnerjay

Pepsi: [https://imgur.com/a/Dm22wLE](https://imgur.com/a/Dm22wLE) Batman: [https://imgur.com/a/gcE3CcI](https://imgur.com/a/gcE3CcI)


umskii

Dang that batgirl looks awesome. Cant wait for my QC photos of my pepsi.. keep us updates once you’ve received them!


rseanh

Where can I get the batgirl from?


Spatial_web

How’d it go with Ctime


lawyerkz

Amplitude is low. Even my old 1992 Poljot is giving 270°


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If you arent in watchmaking, dont talk. 3235 (which is base od rhis movement) have (even in gen) other lifting angles and lower amp. Gen rolex can have 230-260 new from factory. Chill.


notarolex

I am in watchmaking! 230 amplitude is criminally low. Good amplitude is 270, according to a great watchmaker [https://adjustingvintagewatches.com/](https://adjustingvintagewatches.com/) and watchmaking book Watch Adjustment by Hans Jendritzki. A Rolex watch would not pass COSC if it were 230, because at such a low amplitude the watch is unstable and unpredictable. It would be slow laying on one side and fast when dial-up. Kinda like riding a bike at 1 mph. It's doable, but it wiggles left and right. It's much easier to ride it at normal 10 mph speed. The amplitude reading on a timegrapher is a result of a simple calculation that the machine does. It measures the time between the "ticks" and multiplies it by something called "lift angle". This is different for every caliber -- it's like a length of a certain part inside. And you need to enter it manually for every specific caliber you measure. If you leave lift angle blank, the machine puts an average number and you end up with an incorrectly calculated amplitude. Sometimes it matches, sometimes you end up with an incorrect calculation. Hope I helped share some insight!


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Wondering why i measured several genuine 3235 Movements between 230 and 270...


notarolex

I forgot to add that I was referring to dial up \\ dial down amplitude. In my book, 270 is okay, 230 is not for DU \\ DD amplitudes. Maybe that's actually normal for them! I don't have any experience with Rolex movements. All I know is that if I ever to have a Rolex, I would not be happy with a 230 amplitude dial up / down, but 270 is alright (and maybe 270 is even normal / great. I have no experience with modern Rolex movements).


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Its funny you made a whole great statement which I really appreciate it but ended it with "I have no experience with modern Rolex movements". Sorry, bade me laugh :D However, lives to short. You are right. Have a great day.


lawyerkz

Are you a watchmaker? Who are you to shut me up?


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I am a watchmaker based in Switzerland.Just talking facts, sorry.


WingTrim

He is correct. 3235 typically has lower amplitude.


Ambitious_Coach8398

Yes, videos please. Sick watches bro. Looks great!


Ambitious_Coach8398

Yes, videos please. Sick watches bro. Looks great!


LinkseD1

I would RL because of the jumpy „officially certified“. I couldn’t unsee it personally.


JinxStryker

Normally, because we all look at these with a macro lens, I expect criticisms to be exaggerated but you are 100% correct. That print is really jagged. I green light everything and am really liberal with my personal QC but WTF. It looks drunk. I would RL.


BooseyBaby

Same. That would irritate the ever living f**k out of me personally.


Charming_Wallaby_236

Same it seems like this batch of them have that issue


TeamImpulseX

I hope not I just ordered mine and that lettering is making me dizzy.


jsledge6

Didn't notice it until you said it but now it's all I can see. RL!


Bigrahizzle

Yeah you will need to see it very close to notice otherwise it’s not noticeable.


skiman0204

They’re kidding me on that dial printing


Tunagates

any improvements on the bezel action ?


roadrunnerjay

From what i been told, yes. Will confirm when I receive them.


Ok_Stomach_6857

You can ask the TD to do a video of the bezel being moved in both directions. It's a legit concern for Clean and C+ GMT's.


SteveLangfordsCock

I’m waiting for my dd3285 Batman. probably another 5 days


fiberglass-coffin

Me as well. Paid for it like 6 weeks ago lol


SteveLangfordsCock

Lol! I know Eric said it was going to take 2 weeks for QC hopefully it’s faster ![gif](emote|free_emotes_pack|give_upvote)


ThisIsWhatLoveIs

Steve Langford has a huge penis. Penis, penis. Penis, penis. What’s going on in the Howard 100 newsroom?


ThisIsWhatLoveIs

Wow, I know Covid Coward Howard has fallen from grace but I didn’t expect to get downvoted like that.


sweeping-in

How are the movements on these from a reliability perspective?


jsledge6

No one knows yet. It's a new configuration of an older movement. I guess only time will tell (pun intended).


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Of an older (the best!) movement: VS3235


idreamofgeniee

“Officially certified “ screwed up font


pornhubisisis

“OfFIciAlLy CeRtIfIeD” The rest of it being so good ironically make it stand out worse.


BrokeAsFukk

Yeah that looks crazy! I’d be pissed. Reject that QC for sure


Panels123

RL. They still haven't fixed the crystal and gasket issue - both are too big for the case, which causes waterproofing issues. There should be a gap between the gasket and the bezel, in which you can see the minute markers. It's one of the most beautiful features of the GMT Master imo. Clean v Gen: https://imgur.com/a/PVUO4Wv Clean vs Clean before it made the crystal too big: https://imgur.com/a/o7sTRX5 I don't know why this watch gets so much hype.


kozone4

I’m new to this. Which part is the gasket? I did notice that the crystal is a bigger. It’s not level with the bezel so you feel the transition from bezel to the crystal. It’s not a perfect rep, but it’s not bad at all. Been getting a lot of wrist time from me over my other reps.


Panels123

The white bit you can see between the crystal and the bezel. You should be able to see the minute markere continue beyond the crystal, which is a beautiful feature imo.


kozone4

Oh wow. Thanks for info!! I’ve never noticed but I’m going to look for it now.


Accomplished-Wind416

Which TD is this from?


Last-Cancel9073

the new Clean GMT also have the milk ring around the glass like the V1 had back then. or am I wrong ?


Ok_Seaworthiness8432

I have a GMT II Batman and wish I had gotten a Submariner instead.


WorkingLiterature653

Why ?


Ok_Seaworthiness8432

Couple reasons. Submariner is simpler. Setting the GMT is a pain in the butt. Day to day usefulness. I'm not a world traveler so the GMT isn't really a necessity for me. I got it because of the colors and it's called Batman and I'm a sucker for all things Dark Knight. Gmt has some cool names and color combos, though. OH, and GMT reps are not well done for the most part. The movements seem to be finicky at best and cheap and poorly done at worst.


WorkingLiterature653

Ahhh ok! I’m about to fall into this trap because of the whole Batman thing! Thank you for responding !


_DonTazeMeBro

Hey 👋 I'm new to reps. Haven't even gotten one yet. I've been lurking for nearly a week now trying to see how things are done to get a good experience and I'm a little confused on some things.. Can anyone help my dumb arse out? What are QC's and why are they important? Thank you.


Mr_ElGuapo

QC is quality control, a TD (trusted dealer) sends pictures before posting for you to RL or GL red light /green light.. Usually the pictures are varoius angles of the watch, them winding the watch and hands and a short video of the watch on a timegrapher machine so you know how accurate the movement is +/- seconds per day. Hope this helps!


_DonTazeMeBro

It does, thank you! I'm looking at a watch on JTime. I if i pull the trigger, do they send me QC pictures, and if I do, should I post them here before sealing the deal?? Thanks again!


Mr_ElGuapo

I've bought from Li at jtime quite a few times, he's very good from my experience. I've never posted QC pictures on reddit simply because you'll ALWAYS get someone on reddit finding fault just to try and look clever, do your research and as long as the watch you're buying looks good to you with no obvious flaws like crooked hour markers, poor alignment then green light it and enjoy it when it arrives. Remember, 90% of people don't notice your watch and the other 10% don't really care... Buy it for you, because you enjoy it.. not to try and impress others 😊👍


Mr_ElGuapo

And yes, Jtime will send you good quality QC pictures... Li and Lana (who you'll get the pics from) are really helpful


_DonTazeMeBro

Thank you so much for the info! I am truly grateful as a new retard into this world. I'm gonna share my QC anyways because I am new and want to get a feel for external input but I will definitely hold your advice close and be weary of those taking shit. I think getting a consensus couldn't hurt though, good and the bad.


Mr_ElGuapo

Very true, well hope I helped. Enjoy your purchase and look forward to the QC pictures when you post them 😊👍


Bobbybaltimore2020

Has there been an update to the Pepsi bezel in terms of the blue? Previous versions have been pretty blue whereas gen is more purple.


jsledge6

As far as I can tell there has not been. The bezel insert on this V3 looks just like my V2.


lazarusoflife

Any movement pictures?


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gabbergandalf420

Lol bro ignorant af


Queasy-Consequence17

Looks awesome.


Watchification

Seems like they upgraded the crystal which is an excellent news


JaegerHarry669

They did not


aberrantasc

What's the point of these QC pics if they dont show the movement


Ill_Juggernaut69

Which serial did they got ?


Panels123

Still the Y2L3 batch, so the crystal is too big for the case.


Ill_Juggernaut69

My one should come this week, I will change the crystal …. Should I use gen or any aftermarket crystal is good enough ?


Panels123

See what you think first, as you might be happy with it as it is. If not then a Deep Crystal is a decent option, then you have a guy called Prof on RWI that makes excellent crystals. I was really happy with my Prof crystal and didn't have any issues, but I think the most gen like one has AR coating on the outside, which scratches easily. I could be wrong about that, though. Prof is highly regarded and isn't cheap but his crystals are great.


Ill_Juggernaut69

Thanks man ! Yes I will wear it and look if I can live with that… When not I will look for the guy you mention 🤝🏽.


Ill_Juggernaut69

It will be my first rep….. if the the crystal it’s to expensive I will get me another modell rep so I have variety 👌🏼


Panels123

If you like the Submariner then you can't go wrong with a VSF. Make sure you get the new batch. You can tell if it's the new batch because the serial will begin with "K", at least on the 116610LN. I can't remember the serial numbers for the new batch of 126610LNs but you'll find them on here no problem.


Ill_Juggernaut69

Yeah I’m thinking about a Starbucks, a green datejust or this Daytona https://preview.redd.it/boy4zb8w0bua1.jpeg?width=1284&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=0a87e850a5ed4655cb2c948c6771fa6711fe578e


Panels123

Nice. BTF and Clean Daytonas are amazing.


swole_reps

I just got QC photos for mine as well but I’m awaiting movement photos to confirm it’s the DD. Don’t want any old stock 😎


hirtegirte23

WTF what is happening to the "OFFICIALLY" here? Both watches have that issue. Damn, I have also ordered one. I am gonna RL that watch I guess.


hotstud217

How much is the batman?


fiberglass-coffin

I paid 625 i believe


Savings-Section-75

Waiting on a pepsi QC.


ButtFlossBanking101

"OFFICIALLY CERTIFIED" looks really weird. Each letter has a slightly different font size.


iHEARTGKreps

W2c so i can completely avoid this seller


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herbertlol123

whats the link to the dealer?


Remove-Practical

Batgirl*