alanArgon 1 Posted October 2, 2018 Can the experts share opinion on which Hulk - esp the color of Bezel - comes as better rep for the Hulk Submariner. Looking to get one and wanted to know more. Currently I think most mentioned that the VRF Max is closest... is that right? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Glaude 1,615 Posted October 2, 2018 Wanna see a magic trick ? Here : @Luxuracer And boom in a few moments you'll have your answer Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Logixa 8 Posted October 2, 2018 VRF on bezel color, noob on every other part of the watch just buy the noob and buy a bezel insert from Mary Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Luxuracer 14 Posted October 2, 2018 32 minutes ago, Glaude said: Wanna see a magic trick ? And boom in a few moments you'll have your answer Huhh .... Who just wake me up ?!? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Luxuracer 14 Posted October 2, 2018 12 hours ago, alanArgon said: HULK Noob v9 or VRF Max? So ... Noob V9 Hulk or VRF (Max) Hulk .... That is the question. If you put the Noob V9 and the VRF Hulk side-by-side on the table or on your wrist, the VRF looks better, in both low light and natural light due to the better insert. If you start taking the 10X, 100X loupe and your digital caliper out and try to compare which one is 'closer' to gen, the Noov V9 might win by 1/2 point. I personally handled and compared both watches so I know. They come down to your references; - If you want the 'best' of the best quality finishing 904L steel ... get the ARF 904L Hulk ... ARF 904L quality finishing and insert are better than Noov V9 - If you want the 'best' looking Hulk for your money ... get the VRF Max Hulk - If you want to franken you Hulk with gen parts, swap out the insert with a VRF, replace the buckle with an ARF ... then get the Noob V9 904L SA3135 ... since it is the one that can take gen parts, has the biggest fan base, and always come short ... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Luxuracer 14 Posted October 2, 2018 26 minutes ago, Logixa said: just buy the noob and buy a bezel insert from Mary I never saw an ARF Hulk in person ... but there is a comparison over RWI ... The ARF 'looks better' than the Noob in every way. BUT ... the Noob's 'bandwagon' is BIG and moving STRONG ... so anyone can always jump on it and take a ride! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
duddlyboy 0 Posted October 3, 2018 12 hours ago, Luxuracer said: So ... Noob V9 Hulk or VRF (Max) Hulk .... That is the question. If you put the Noob V9 and the VRF Hulk side-by-side on the table or on your wrist, the VRF looks better, in both low light and natural light due to the better insert. If you start taking the 10X, 100X loupe and your digital caliper out and try to compare which one is 'closer' to gen, the Noov V9 might win by 1/2 point. I personally handled and compared both watches so I know. They come down to your references; - If you want the 'best' of the best quality finishing 904L steel ... get the ARF 904L Hulk ... ARF 904L quality finishing and insert are better than Noov V9 - If you want the 'best' looking Hulk for your money ... get the VRF Max Hulk - If you want to franken you Hulk with gen parts, swap out the insert with a VRF, replace the buckle with an ARF ... then get the Noob V9 904L SA3135 ... since it is the one that can take gen parts, has the biggest fan base, and always come short ... I agree with this VRF MAX Hulk was the greatest rep watch on the planet for about 3 weeks . Then got forgotten about when the V8/V9 came out , and 1000x loupe gang got started . A underrated rep watch . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Luxuracer 14 Posted October 3, 2018 13 minutes ago, duddlyboy said: I agree with this VRF MAX Hulk was the greatest rep watch on the planet for about 3 weeks . Then got forgotten about when the V8/V9 came out , and 1000x loupe gang got started . A underrated rep watch . Noob Submariners have the biggest fan base ... plus a couple 'experts' who keep the engine of the whole bandwagon hot and running. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
McGilli 1 Posted October 3, 2018 Gordon Ramsay said it best on Hell's Kitchen Season 13 - "If you wanna be a fuckin' wanker, then keep shouting, acting like a jackass Noo-B. You wanna wake the fuck up and be smart? You want to show me you're more than a petulant child? Cuz it's time for you to get Very Real Fuckin' you tosser." And he never lies. So, if he thinks VRF is the best... me and mine are happy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lagger 160 Posted October 3, 2018 Had both, the green bezel on the Hulk is better on the max, but I think the V9 is better in every respect and of your after the black bezel then it's a no brainer for me V9 all the way Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JDM180 7 Posted October 3, 2018 I have the Noob and agree with what others have said about the V/ARF looking better stock. But once your eyes see what people refer to as the crown guards not being right the Noob was the only choice for me. Throw a couple upgrades/gen bits on its a winner Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Luxuracer 14 Posted October 3, 2018 16 hours ago, Lagger said: but I think the V9 is better in every respect and of your after the black bezel then it's a no brainer for me V9 all the way 10 minutes ago, JDM180 said: But once your eyes see what people refer to as the crown guards not being right the Noob was the only choice for me. Throw a couple upgrades/gen bits on its a winner I agree with both of you that Noob had been producing some of the 'best' submariners. But I have to laugh when some Noob 'expert' turned a blind eye on the most obvious flaw to the naked eye of the Noob insert and picked on some tiny details on other watches that you can never see without the 10X-100X loupe. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0x9 0 Posted October 13, 2018 What is yoir guys opinion on the best "aftermarket" bezel insert? I heard that LocoLoui, Cerameister and another one should be good? Is there anyone who has seen these bezels in person? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ziggymarly 39 Posted October 13, 2018 Good luck getting a locoloui as he is out of action. I've just ordered a Cerameister will update once received Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0x9 0 Posted October 13, 2018 1 hour ago, Ziggymarly said: Good luck getting a locoloui as he is out of action. I've just ordered a Cerameister will update once received Yeah, i know. Bad story behind that. Though, the bezel color is top notch as others report. Not genlike, but close. I would love to hear your opinion on the cerameister! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SadProfessor 23 Posted October 13, 2018 Why not the ARF?I may be missing something, but after seeing all the evidence between the three I went for the ARF. I am not planning on doing any mods, so that may made a difference. I haven’t had a v9 but I didn’t have a v6s and a v7. I would say the arf is miles ahead of both of them for fit and finish. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Luxuracer 14 Posted October 13, 2018 1 minute ago, SadProfessor said: Why not the ARF? You might not read my post ... but I did say; On 02/10/2018 at 11:11, Luxuracer said: - If you want the 'best' of the best quality finishing 904L steel ... get the ARF 904L Hulk ... ARF 904L quality finishing and insert are better than Noov V9 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SadProfessor 23 Posted October 13, 2018 Sorry, new here. I was meant to be replying to OP rather than you. I did read you post, thought I was adding to it. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slashdotcom 0 Posted October 18, 2018 ARF is better in every aspect. Inviato dal mio SM-G930F utilizzando Tapatalk Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Luxuracer 14 Posted October 18, 2018 7 minutes ago, slashdotcom said: ARF is better in every aspect. Don't you tell that to a Noob fanboy ... The Noob bandwagon is still moving strong. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slashdotcom 0 Posted October 18, 2018 Shiiiit...I forgot about that. I'm ready for the noob army now Inviato dal mio SM-G930F utilizzando Tapatalk Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wflinn 0 Posted October 22, 2018 Love my v9. Plus vrf only comes with a 2836. Like the option for gen hands and dial Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bubonico 0 Posted October 23, 2018 Hi @Luxuracer, Could all your explanation apply for the submariner date black bezel and dial? I am not planning to do any mods. Thanks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Luxuracer 14 Posted October 23, 2018 5 hours ago, Bubonico said: Hi @Luxuracer, Could all your explanation apply for the submariner date black bezel and dial? I am not planning to do any mods. Thanks As for the Submariner 116610LN, you best choice would be the ARF 116610 904L A2824. It's currently the best out-of-the-box Submariner. since you are not planning to do any mod to it. Best of luck Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gdhir85 0 Posted December 28, 2018 On 02/10/2018 at 16:11, Luxuracer said: - If you want the 'best' of the best quality finishing 904L steel ... get the ARF 904L Hulk ... ARF 904L quality finishing and insert are better than Noov V9 @Luxuracer thank you for sharing this. I am very new here but i have been researching these threads for a few weeks. I definitely am keen on the ARF sub 116660LN but there are two versions, one with sh3135 and one with 2824 movement. The sh3135 seems to have a much larger DW which instantly screams rep. Therefore I was thinking about getting the 2824, but I wanted some advice from a professional rep enthusiast Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
