Lurch 1 Posted February 20, 2021 (edited) Could someone please tell me if these are a genuine site or not as they can get me a replacement strap at a good price and will accept PayPal but don’t want to get scammed. Thanks URL Deleted. Edited February 26, 2021 by tribefan URL deleted Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Theduke.williams 1,036 Posted February 20, 2021 Wrong question. You should be asking yourself, are these a Trusted Dealer? And that's simple enough to answer - just check the trusted dealer list. Dealing with any other site will always be a gamble, and there's a good chance you will get ripped off, as other newbies have found to their cost. the only advice I can give you regarding this site is use Paypal goods and services. If they won't accept that, steer clear. Best advice however is to ask one of the TD's if they can supply a strap for you. I know its CNY, so there will be a delay, but you'll almost certainly get what you're looking for without being ripped off. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lurch 1 Posted February 20, 2021 Thanks very much appreciated. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FunnyStarSystem 7,538 Posted February 20, 2021 Since there's no way for you to be sure (PayPal is no guarantee) that you'll get your money back if they don't send what you order, or send an inferior product then it's a no-brainer to do what @Theduke.williams just said, only use the trusted dealers here on this forum, or an established forum with moderators who work with the dealers. They can get everything the site you posted has, and will stand behind it The best way to find exactly what you're looking for is to email a dealer with a photo and description. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lurch 1 Posted February 20, 2021 Trusty time can supply me with a replacement but at $125 , I bought my watch from them but the strap has faded badly just after a year so didn’t want to pay that much for another only for it to last about the same time, where as that site can supply for half the cost so that’s why I questioned scammers or not . Will ask a few on here and see. Thanks 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FunnyStarSystem 7,538 Posted February 20, 2021 You can open a "WTB" (want to buy) thread and see if someone on here has one to sell or can direct you somewhere. What strap is it? https://www.rwg.bz/board/index.php?/forum/337-m2m-want-to-buy/ Or there's a section where we sell straps: https://www.rwg.bz/board/index.php?/forum/338-m2m-watch-parts-straps-accessories/ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BadApple 13,081 Posted February 20, 2021 USE A RWG TRUSTED DEALER Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Theduke.williams 1,036 Posted February 20, 2021 22 minutes ago, Lurch said: Trusty time can supply me with a replacement but at $125 , I bought my watch from them but the strap has faded badly just after a year so didn’t want to pay that much for another only for it to last about the same time, where as that site can supply for half the cost so that’s why I questioned scammers or not . Will ask a few on here and see. Thanks You're saying the strap has faded! Is it a leather strap? sounds like it from your description. In that case I'd think about getting a strap made for it by one of our trusted strap makers, that way you may pay similar to what Trusty time is asking, but you'll get a far superior strap. BTW Paypal goods and services DOES give you the ability to lodge a claim against a company, but I have to say that as @FunnyStarSystem has said, if they send an inferior strap, ar something that doesn't match what you were expecting, it could be a long drawn out process to make a succesful claim. I think I did say you're best sticking to the TD's here. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FunnyStarSystem 7,538 Posted February 20, 2021 The best way I've found to not have a strap fade on you is to own 50 to 60 watches and a couple hundred straps, that way you'll never wear anything long enough for it not look its best. Anyway, good point @Theduke.williams, this may be a job for @TanGo 838! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jibuti 958 Posted February 20, 2021 26 minutes ago, BadApple said: USE A RWG TRUSTED DEALER stop scaring people, Rob.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wizard Hat 1 Posted February 21, 2021 Hey, it's totally a question I would be asking yourself. The only legit sites I would be using are the ones located here on this site right here & nothing else as these ones have been sourced out specifically so people aren't getting 'scammed'. But it's each to their own, some sites may work with you the first time then come around the second time and that's when they do the dirty on you; just be careful and choose wisely/check first before doing so. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lurch 1 Posted February 21, 2021 Thanks again for all your help. This is what I’m after a strap the same if possible. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mystery Shopper 5,887 Posted February 21, 2021 Never heard of them. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BadApple 13,081 Posted February 21, 2021 2 hours ago, Lurch said: Thanks again for all your help. This is what I’m after a strap the same if possible. Go onto AliExpress - loads on there for next to nothing.......... https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32993873549.html Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Theduke.williams 1,036 Posted February 21, 2021 12 hours ago, FunnyStarSystem said: Anyway, good point @Theduke.williams, this may be a job for @TanGo 838! Here's an example of @TanGo 838's work, I think you'll agree it's gorgeous. Looks like your strap is leather on a rubber lining. If it's only the leather that's faded, maybe the leather could be replaced, that way you'll keep the matching blue sides. Wouldn't be surprised if you could have an exotic leather made at the same time! 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lurch 1 Posted February 21, 2021 (edited) 3 hours ago, BadApple said: Go onto AliExpress - loads on there for next to nothing.......... https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32993873549.html Thanks but they don't have the same with blue/blue, most are blue with black sides to the strap . This is spot on but no stock at present for blue . https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Watch-Strap-for-Hublot-Big-Bang-Fusion-44mm-25mm-Leather-Black-Brown-28-26-mm/153818901084?_trkparms=ispr%3D1&hash=item23d0522a5c:g:v8EAAOSwWZVeNsuJ&amdata=enc%3AAQAFAAACgBaobrjLl8XobRIiIML1V4Imu%2Fn%2BzU5L90Z278x5ickkxGz2ccqatkEnoeekHqhLkdRkmuZiyOK0k%2BHwPoaHDDvO5i1FklmJtqe3ACr0cIMc0N7ad7B%2F6hGLgnyeL%2B9JcLMtBoodjmbHIIi6HRJ7EAzeOsN6kZbKFHyr%2FoJkgigb38G4k4rPD%2BGGc0QnxhL7xPm4P1luziWh2fI%2BOqz56WjXquzmnNF8oOCNMJUT0NfFA%2Bz90x7l3BQfAm1MP1mjk00Fv4hVb3xFCADt4gCC1Lbna%2BIMgbXYd1pbM1unoBbgGIVu5Cs1egb34DYXZJ6%2FGtLkTHf%2BS9WeVtuEC9CRiWfRYyNonZ0ivs7Up8mM%2F82uYRh8qcQF%2FdpqeIjJJP22T%2F3P4Xm5HUpm1twusuwsWgt%2BwcIR1GLbvJOhmZgaWSsKJDtTvVfb0crUJuXh3d7jHr0sjJsLa9n0BExjUykwnbX5uwpCUFkNYWuAtnhABxMnc4FjI82tsUA60Oqyee0cdPH2ekYTZbtUm6QkhzBAI09b9ckdifY7UrG7SBu9gPmVx0peMIy3r%2BouvFzKMdBDbJ6jaJmpONkUxqeP19mlZkaG2B2b74U%2FAR32Cm%2BHfboGqQ5SrxPxx6VsT9V8KgZp1yQepncWupwiDuGOfVFd%2FKAgyL9QWXPn8HTqHOhmPwbt%2FaVhRsowNC3l0i8ZiIE5B5oiph%2FkahPgkxZXnCd%2FLyIZ2iRnOCHJnof%2BnnlGlGNwFUupUgJQGR6bfLTvyZxOKivNLB6XD%2B9v6IFs%2BwRG3o6fhvPIYsUA9DDCYoApwHrKI8OD64XRbjsfXV8Lm0KXc2qamFgAiA9OsnqMnCiZsNI%3D|cksum%3A153818901084f02cd5f4f89940d78710cc52b07e3248|ampid%3APL_CLK|clp%3A2334524 Edited February 21, 2021 by Lurch Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BadApple 13,081 Posted February 21, 2021 Go with EBay one - may take a while but better than 125 !!! BUT then you could be Tango'd - the quality will blow your mind !!! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Glaude 1,615 Posted February 21, 2021 If you are after something really specific, I would follow the previous advice and go with Tango custom job here, she'll be able to make you what you want Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
