Genius 281 Posted October 21, 2016 So you have probably all heard about this by now the new kid on the block as it were and a new budget submariner... I picked one up out of curiosity and took some photos and thought I'd give my opinion. In short summary though Its really is a decent watch well worth the $140 ask and whilst definitely not a contender to the latest noob v7 quite possibly a contender to Reg's famous Sub. So I'll probably start with what I thought was the worst feature and that is the rehaut engraving... It is not bad by any stretch of the imagination but it just doesnt match up to the double line engraving on the new noob watches and looking at Reg's latest gallery it seems his now has the double line engraving too so he beats the new SKY-F model here! Next thing is the bezel insert engraving its crisp and more importantly platinum coloured, a real win! Perl is well centred and appears to be sapphire topped could be glass or plastic though really hard to tell. The Bezel itself is nicely made and 120 clicks but just doesn't click firmly enough for my liking trying to remember my old noob version or Reg sub but cant remember the action well enough to compare, sorry SEL fit is decent, not as tight as a TC but better than my previous model noob and better than the one in Reg's gallery. Clasp is really decent glidelock is more stiff than glidey on adjustment but I think I may prefer that as it locks firmly in to place in a manner that inspires confidence in the fact it isn't going to slip. Bracelet edges are a bit sharp but had similar on much more expensive reps and its an easy enough fix, bracelet otherwise does feel very solid Crystal is near on dead level with the bezel very rare to see this on any sub irrespective of price point Lume application is excellent and glows nicely and in what I believe is quite an accurate shade of blue Cyclops.... I find the AR a bit too blue, this was a feature I really didn't like to start with but definitely grown on me, and it seems all the reps have a similar issue even the noob V7 according to BK. I wasn't happy with the magnification from the PC website and QC photos but having the watch in front of me it actually magnifies the date really well and certainly isn't a "tell" at wrist distance All in all a good rep whilst not 1:1 to gen or any of that crap its well made and whilst it falls behind Reg in some respects (I still think overall Reg has the better sub) I'm sure this new one will be the budget go to sub for those who cant live with white bezel markings, at least until Reg's model gets updated. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lukeas123456 0 Posted October 21, 2016 Nice Review man. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MetalMickey 179 Posted October 21, 2016 Thanks, these are just 21j yeah? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Genius 281 Posted October 21, 2016 Thanks, these are just 21j yeah? Yeah Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
markeym3 2 Posted October 21, 2016 A nice detailed write up there, appears to be a nice intro sub .. Cheers Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nickfive 4 Posted October 21, 2016 nice mate, thanks for the review! tempted to try the hulk Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jasonbaylee 192 Posted October 21, 2016 Good perspectives! Enjoyed this review! Many thanks. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Moondustesp 136 Posted October 21, 2016 Good read. Looks pretty good I wouldn't mind getting one and comparing it to my regmariner Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lagger 160 Posted October 21, 2016 Good read. Looks pretty good I wouldn't mind getting one and comparing it to my regmariner Side by side review boys? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
p-ro 0 Posted October 24, 2016 Looks pretty good- even someone relatively knowledgable would have a hard time calling this out on the wrist I think The direct regmariner comparison will be interesting! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Malc 0 Posted November 3, 2016 Just ordered one of these before reading your review. Glad you gave it a good write up or I would have been disappointed. Thanks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Malc 0 Posted November 26, 2016 Follow up from the above post. I have the watch now although mine is a Hulk. Very satisfied with it. No pics as I do not want anyone pointing out defects which I have not spotted. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lagger 160 Posted November 26, 2016 Follow up from the above post. I have the watch now although mine is a Hulk. Very satisfied with it. No pics as I do not want anyone pointing out defects which I have not spotted. Pictures are the rules here mate! Just pop a couple on with a rider saying keep your fucking beak shut Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
doodoowah57 0 Posted December 14, 2016 I just ordered from PC as well ... received QC within the last t hour and it shows 28800 vph ... this watch doesn't have the 2813 high-beat does it ??? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Genius 281 Posted December 14, 2016 I just ordered from PC as well ... received QC within the last t hour and it shows 28800 vph ... this watch doesn't have the 2813 high-beat does it ??? Mine didn't and Josh specifically stated to me this was a low beat model and apologised for the fake timegraph photo I got but form the sound of things the new batch may indeed be high beat? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
black263 228 Posted December 14, 2016 TD sending fake timegrapher picture. That's him off my dealer list. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
johnlogan 7 Posted December 24, 2016 This watch is a piece of shit, just like the Regmariner. If your ambition is to not fool anybody, not even the guy working at the gas station this watch is an OK beater. If you want to give off the impression this is a GEN go BP or Noob. This watch screams REP. In my opinion is an extremely expensive paperweight. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
black263 228 Posted December 24, 2016 This watch is a piece of shit, just like the Regmariner. If your ambition is to not fool anybody, not even the guy working at the gas station this watch is an OK beater. If you want to give off the impression this is a GEN go BP or Noob. This watch screams REP.In my opinion is an extremely expensive paperweight. Calling a Regmariner a POS is a very bold move from a newbie here. Nobody pretends it's as good as a Noob but at about half the price it's the best bang for buck out there. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
johnlogan 7 Posted December 24, 2016 (edited) This watch is a piece of shit, just like the Regmariner. If your ambition is to not fool anybody, not even the guy working at the gas station this watch is an OK beater. If you want to give off the impression this is a GEN go BP or Noob. This watch screams REP.In my opinion is an extremely expensive paperweight. Calling a Regmariner a POS is a very bold move from a newbie here. Nobody pretends it's as good as a Noob but at about half the price it's the best bang for buck out there. A Regmariner is a POS, Reggie is a super nice guy that provides secure shipping from TH but the watch is pure junk. Its Pattaya garbage. Spend twice as much and get a 10 times better watch. I, however, can not speak for the Reg Hulk but I own 3 other Regs and they are all paper weights. Edited December 24, 2016 by johnlogan Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Genius 281 Posted December 24, 2016 This watch is a piece of shit, just like the Regmariner. If your ambition is to not fool anybody, not even the guy working at the gas station this watch is an OK beater. If you want to give off the impression this is a GEN go BP or Noob. This watch screams REP.In my opinion is an extremely expensive paperweight. Calling a Regmariner a POS is a very bold move from a newbie here. Nobody pretends it's as good as a Noob but at about half the price it's the best bang for buck out there. A Regmariner is a POS, Reggie is a super nice guy that provides secure shipping from TH but the watch is pure junk. Its Pattaya garbage. Spend twice as much and get a 10 times better watch. I, however, can not speak for the Reg Hulk but I own 3 other Regs and they are all paper weights. You are a total retard! I've had 4 watches from reg, a milgauss a BP a sub and a nautilus all have been great watches superb value for money! Even the sky factory watch from Josh above was decent.... You have no fucking clue Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Santaros 0 Posted December 24, 2016 This watch is a piece of shit, just like the Regmariner. If your ambition is to not fool anybody, not even the guy working at the gas station this watch is an OK beater. If you want to give off the impression this is a GEN go BP or Noob. This watch screams REP.In my opinion is an extremely expensive paperweight. Calling a Regmariner a POS is a very bold move from a newbie here. Nobody pretends it's as good as a Noob but at about half the price it's the best bang for buck out there. A Regmariner is a POS, Reggie is a super nice guy that provides secure shipping from TH but the watch is pure junk. Its Pattaya garbage. Spend twice as much and get a 10 times better watch. I, however, can not speak for the Reg Hulk but I own 3 other Regs and they are all paper weights. Thats a point. But some of us are into reps because of the fun and having a rep which function an overall good watch for a low price is part of the fun, spending twice kinda start ruining that feeling. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
johnlogan 7 Posted December 24, 2016 This watch is a piece of shit, just like the Regmariner. If your ambition is to not fool anybody, not even the guy working at the gas station this watch is an OK beater. If you want to give off the impression this is a GEN go BP or Noob. This watch screams REP.In my opinion is an extremely expensive paperweight. Calling a Regmariner a POS is a very bold move from a newbie here. Nobody pretends it's as good as a Noob but at about half the price it's the best bang for buck out there. A Regmariner is a POS, Reggie is a super nice guy that provides secure shipping from TH but the watch is pure junk. Its Pattaya garbage. Spend twice as much and get a 10 times better watch. I, however, can not speak for the Reg Hulk but I own 3 other Regs and they are all paper weights. Thats a point. But some of us are into reps because of the fun and having a rep which function an overall good watch for a low price is part of the fun, spending twice kinda start ruining that feeling. Buy a seiko! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gavmeister 1 Posted December 24, 2016 Strong opinion, which smacks of a vested interest to me. Amother Noob who comes to the forum looking to pick a fight with respected long standing member. This doesnt earn you respect but derision. You wont suddenlt go up the food chain because you insulted someone's opinion who we all understand has a good h art in providing us with some feedback. In fact its seen many a noob scampering for the door with their tail between their legs. Be nice. Its Christmas ffs! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
johnlogan 7 Posted December 25, 2016 Strong opinion, which smacks of a vested interest to me. Amother Noob who comes to the forum looking to pick a fight with respected long standing member. This doesnt earn you respect but derision. You wont suddenlt go up the food chain because you insulted someone's opinion who we all understand has a good h art in providing us with some feedback. In fact its seen many a noob scampering for the door with their tail between their legs. Be nice. Its Christmas ffs! Dear Gavmeister Each to their own, I have no problem with that. However if one post a low end rep, a canal street, with incorrect everything it must be allowed to comment on it. If the OP is happy wearing and don't mid being called out it all the power to him. Personally I would buy a used Seiko for the same price. Merry Xmas. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alpahul 0 Posted July 7, 2017 (edited) D Edited April 10, 2020 by Alpahul Share this post Link to post Share on other sites