Mr_B 2,401 Posted October 29, 2020 Thought I'd take a few photos and share my opinion on the Noob V3 Daytona. This watch gets some praise and hate from the rep world, praised for the movement and slated for the inaccuracies (mainly on RWI) Although I've always shied away form the Daytona, mainly because it's quite small compared to most modern watches, I thought I'd give this rep a go. The dial is much improved from previous versions with the subdial thickness pretty much bang on now compared to gen. I'm 99% sure this version has slightly asymmetric lugs but it could just be my eyes playing tricks... The movement is a powerhouse, confirmed 60hr reserve, three days in the box and still goes. The bezel has a nice deep black colour and the engraving is correct in terms of depth, spacing, font type and engraving colour. Bracelet is good, even above average, but i can see why the clasp is switched out for an ARF one often, as they do seem better quality. All in all i think its a great watch even though its 40mm it wears like ~41mm due to the pushers & bezel. If you are on the fence about buying the Noob V3, I'd say go for it! Here are some shots taken on a DSLR. (Stickers may still be on the inside parts of the clasp) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wimpie007 108 Posted October 29, 2020 38? A daytona is always 40 i thought. And looks larger due to ceramic bezel. I think the arf dial print is crisper and offwhite more genlike right? But either way the pandas are great! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mr_B 2,401 Posted October 29, 2020 34 minutes ago, wimpie007 said: 38? A daytona is always 40 i thought. And looks larger due to ceramic bezel. I think the arf dial print is crisper and offwhite more genlike right? But either way the pandas are great! You're right it's 40mm, I'll edit the post. And yes the ARF dial is off white. As for the dial print, I think the Noob one isn't much different at all to the ARF, at least the NF V3 anyway. I'm no expert, just sharing my thoughts. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nikosaldente 630 Posted October 29, 2020 Looks awesome mate! Enjoy wearing it in the best of health! Nice review! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Moondustesp 136 Posted February 4, 2021 These are amazing! Got my dad one and he loves it. Looks and feels gen in my eyes. Movements is unreal. Need one for myself. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jcl2909 0 Posted November 11, 2021 That is not a Panda. True Panda has contrasting black sub-dials, not white. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jcl2909 0 Posted November 11, 2021 Oops. Replied too quickly. OP did not say his was a Panda. Was comparing it to a Panda. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
brang1 4,008 Posted November 11, 2021 beautiful watch and great info, thank you Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AnthonyRWG 60 Posted November 12, 2021 Great watch my friends got a genuine one ive just bought a dj41 my next watch is going to be sub no date Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
