NCRich 13,746 Posted June 12, 2017 I got this in the mail a couple days ago and finally opened it. Actually I'm quite shocked. The strap was utter crap, like the kind you burn, but everything else is like something you'd pay $150-200 for normally. I'm not going to post a link to this in GD, VIPs can see it in the Ali/DhGate section. I put it on a Nero strap and it is quite striking. Everything works, its quiet, and the movement is smooth. Pics. Wristie I'm really happy with this. I mean this is lunch money. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Moondustesp 136 Posted June 12, 2017 Mines ordered :). Looks great can't believe how cheap it is Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BadApple 13,081 Posted June 12, 2017 Mines on the way but tracking says it's been sent to Sydney !!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
daz1107 0 Posted June 12, 2017 Mines on the way but tracking says it's been sent to Sydney !!!! Hope it sends you a post card!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SuperbMonster 4 Posted June 12, 2017 $40!!!! That's pretty incredible. Some serious margin being made me thinks. I have visions of TDs rolling around in Bentley's throwing wedges of cash at strippers. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Genius 281 Posted June 12, 2017 Dammit Rich... Was sitting there thinking how much of a bargain my $120 AP diver was and now I feel like I've been robbed this definitely doesn't look a third cheaper Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Waspy 306 Posted June 12, 2017 (edited) This is not $40 but it is not far away at $57 25 positive reviews, no negatives: Not sure if I can post links here but if you do a search for this on DHGate: 2016 Luxury Mens Professional 300m James Bond 007 Blue Dial Sapphire Automatic Watch Men's Watches You may well find it. Edited June 12, 2017 by Waspy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Thommo82 1,397 Posted June 12, 2017 I have one of these, great watch I notice you used the original buckle when you swapped straps Looks great on blue Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MAJ75 922 Posted June 12, 2017 That looks superb for the money Rich, top sourcing job. The strap is a great choice with it too................. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Slink73 6 Posted June 13, 2017 I've read a number of threads explaining why the cost of good reps have gone rapidly up due to the cost price at the factory. I understand we pay premiums through TDs to get assured quality but if you go through DH gate, Weibo Sales, Tencent and many other chinese search engines more and more quality watches are listed in the $40 - $80 range. The rep market is nowhere near as small and specialised as some would say; so I do wonder at which point we realise the rep dealers are driving Bentleys and hanging out in Wanchai off the back of our addiction? And maybe baulk at the price a little more... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
k3rm87 176 Posted June 13, 2017 Looks bloody good for the dough! Might have to pick one up. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rawbaws 91 Posted June 13, 2017 I've read a number of threads explaining why the cost of good reps have gone rapidly up due to the cost price at the factory. I understand we pay premiums through TDs to get assured quality but if you go through DH gate, Weibo Sales, Tencent and many other chinese search engines more and more quality watches are listed in the $40 - $80 range. The rep market is nowhere near as small and specialised as some would say; so I do wonder at which point we realise the rep dealers are driving Bentleys and hanging out in Wanchai off the back of our addiction? And maybe baulk at the price a little more... I seriously doubt reps with 2836, 2824 and 7750's fall into the price range Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NCRich 13,746 Posted June 13, 2017 I've read a number of threads explaining why the cost of good reps have gone rapidly up due to the cost price at the factory. I understand we pay premiums through TDs to get assured quality but if you go through DH gate, Weibo Sales, Tencent and many other chinese search engines more and more quality watches are listed in the $40 - $80 range. The rep market is nowhere near as small and specialised as some would say; so I do wonder at which point we realise the rep dealers are driving Bentleys and hanging out in Wanchai off the back of our addiction? And maybe baulk at the price a little more... Eh, don't agree with that really. There are some good deals out there from a combination of a LOT of factors. Clearing out stock, taking less margin to get business, and just a myriad of other things. No one is getting filthy rich, but so what if they did? More power to them. As long as we get our fix for what we think is a good price. I buy WAY, WAY more stuff from Marvellous Replica than from any Dhgate merchant. I do the Dh stuff like I'd put money in a gumball machine. I want to see what I get. The uncertainty is the fun of it. I know when MR sends me something that it is going to be absolutely perfect and that is great. But putting a quarter in a gumball machine and turning the lever to see what you get has a certain twisted appeal. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Slink73 6 Posted June 13, 2017 I've read a number of threads explaining why the cost of good reps have gone rapidly up due to the cost price at the factory. I understand we pay premiums through TDs to get assured quality but if you go through DH gate, Weibo Sales, Tencent and many other chinese search engines more and more quality watches are listed in the $40 - $80 range. The rep market is nowhere near as small and specialised as some would say; so I do wonder at which point we realise the rep dealers are driving Bentleys and hanging out in Wanchai off the back of our addiction? And maybe baulk at the price a little more... Eh, don't agree with that really. There are some good deals out there from a combination of a LOT of factors. Clearing out stock, taking less margin to get business, and just a myriad of other things. No one is getting filthy rich, but so what if they did? More power to them. As long as we get our fix for what we think is a good price. I buy WAY, WAY more stuff from Marvellous Replica than from any Dhgate merchant. I do the Dh stuff like I'd put money in a gumball machine. I want to see what I get. The uncertainty is the fun of it. I know when MR sends me something that it is going to be absolutely perfect and that is great. But putting a quarter in a gumball machine and turning the lever to see what you get has a certain twisted appeal. You are definitely right, it's a crapshoot with many if not all vendors on the likes of DHG as the QC leaves a lot to be desired. And reps will never have the legitimacy required to allow things like open websales with continuity of quality (thats called homage). But these DHG sales are becoming more and more frequent at that low cost because of availability at wholesale of even cheaper commodities. I run my own businesses and I know margins and many would throw up their dinner if they new the 200 -300% markup that still exists in many items. I don't begrudge anyone making their money and buying a Bentley (mental as there are so many better choices for the cash) and like all good addicts I am compelled to continue to buy my product from a dealer I trust. I can't be the only one who questions how reps are now in the $380 - $500 region when in most likely production costs have dropped in the last few years. I also understand it's supply and demand... The demand for those quality reps has never been higher and so they can charge so much more... That JLC is awesome value, I am looking at a 'new factory edition' FF @ $80 on DHG and yet my latest TD buy will be up there at the very top end. I just wondered if others feel the hobby is moving out of the affordable into the expensive arena? And I didn't congrats the OP on a great buy - awesome watch and wear it with a smile... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cubic Hare 494 Posted June 13, 2017 $45 for this same seller. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greg_r 81 Posted June 13, 2017 I've read a number of threads explaining why the cost of good reps have gone rapidly up due to the cost price at the factory. I understand we pay premiums through TDs to get assured quality but if you go through DH gate, Weibo Sales, Tencent and many other chinese search engines more and more quality watches are listed in the $40 - $80 range. The rep market is nowhere near as small and specialised as some would say; so I do wonder at which point we realise the rep dealers are driving Bentleys and hanging out in Wanchai off the back of our addiction? And maybe baulk at the price a little more... Nope. The margins are decent, but nothing like as high as you're imagining. This particular watch, for instance, used to sell at around $150-200 as I recall. The thing is, they didn't sell, so there's a bunch of 'em lying around in a box somewhere. This is not an unusual story - the makers have been producing an ever-widening range of watches over the years and some simply don't sell well. The stuff that ends up sitting around as inventory eventually trickles down to the smaller dealers who knock 'em out at a hefty discount just to clear 'em out. The maker often ends up making a loss on that item, but it's still better than having unsold inventory hanging around. The DHGate dealer gets to make a small margin. Yes, some of the big dealers make a lot of money at this game - but that's due to volume rather than huge markups. Those who deal direct with the factories, obviously, make more as there isn't a wholesaler in the middle of the deal also wanting a slice of the pie. The makers are probably the ones with the biggest margin, but even then, they're not going to be making as much out of each watch as some of the gen manufacturers. By comparison, smaller dealers (most of whom do not deal factory direct but end up purchasing via wholesalers) make a smaller margin - a decent living by Chinese standards, but they ain't going to get rich. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
G_sus 549 Posted June 17, 2017 What size width is the strap? Thanks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Thommo82 1,397 Posted June 17, 2017 What size width is the strap? Thanks 22mm Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
brang1 3,993 Posted June 18, 2017 Looks great with that strap, and the strap probably was just under double the price Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ShovelnTC 31 Posted June 18, 2017 $45 for this same seller. So I guess that's why I couldn't sell my "budget" spectre for $50 :( Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BadApple 13,081 Posted June 18, 2017 All of these less than $50...... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Thommo82 1,397 Posted June 18, 2017 All of these less than $50...... I've been looking at that Tag and U boat for a little while now, would you recommend them? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
brang1 3,993 Posted June 18, 2017 Its on special for $34 dollars at present Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BadApple 13,081 Posted June 18, 2017 All of these less than $50...... I've been looking at that Tag and U boat for a little while now, would you recommend them? Tag is Spot on - the UBoat is a little "lightweight" http://www.dhgate.com/store/product/luxury-brand-automatic-mechanical-spacex/247096785.html Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
brang1 3,993 Posted June 18, 2017 Fuck these Posts, just bought 2 more watches... let the Gumballs drop Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
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