Massimo 53 Posted January 29, 2009 Thanks first to Greg and this thread: http://www.replica-watch-guide.net/forum/i...pic=465&hl= Based on my longer term plan to look out for a gen Datejust, I decided to get some of that $55 Day Date action from Lawrence to keep me ticking over. After looking at his various models I eventually decided on the same stainless steel option as Greg. I can't fault the communication and the exchange of the relevant emails was concluded with in a couple of days which, with a time difference, is as quick as it could really be. Delivery in my case took three weeks to the UK so I had a few more days to sweat it out, but there were no problems and it duly arrived. I can't add much to Greg's review: mine had the same very stiff bracelet but it's softened up considerably after oiling. I had to take out all of the removable links though to get it down to fit my seven inch wrist, and you'll see in the second photo that I made a rather rough and ready adjustment to the clasp to make it fit the curve of my arm - notice the "L" shaped "Massimo special" achieved with a couple of pairs of pliers. I'm not proud of it, but it doesn't notice on the wrist. [WARNING: Pale wrist shot below] I have a few reps but this is my first real "cheapie" and for the price I'm amazed at the quality. I still think, with or without the Massimo special, that the bracelet is the weak link (pun intended), and I'm considering trying it on a black leather band. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greg_r 83 Posted January 29, 2009 Glad you like yours. Wearing mine today, as it happens Surprised you needed to adjust the clasp. Mine was fine (and pretty much the same shape as my previous Rollie day/date which I've had for years). I'll admit, though, that in general terms, the bracelet isn't as well made as the more expensive versions. I'm wondering whether you should have taken the last link out of the 'long' end of the bracelet and left one in on the 'short' end. Oh well - so long as it's comfortable, I suppose it doesn't matter Enjoy! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Massimo 53 Posted January 29, 2009 Fair point now that you remind me, and that would have saved it I think, but the screw on that side just spins round in both directions. Not sure what's keeping it in, but it won't come out! Easy come, easy go I suppose. I suppose if I was smart I'd have checked in at the forum for suggestions before reaching for the pliers Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greg_r 83 Posted January 29, 2009 Fair point now that you remind me, and that would have saved it I think, but the screw on that side just spins round in both directions. Not sure what's keeping it in, but it won't come out! Easy come, easy go I suppose. Bummer - I've been lucky, I guess, as screwthread problems are pretty common with cheaper bracelets, but I've not been caught yet.... (no doubt my time will come!) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
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onzenuub 309 Posted January 29, 2009 and oscar likes You like everything...you.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JohnG 41 Posted January 29, 2009 Not a bad looking watch. Very simple and elegant. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
iabounty 8 Posted January 29, 2009 Looks like a great Rolex replica for the price Massimo. Congratulations. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
