Breitling45 0 Posted April 25, 2014 This is the second watch I have ordered that has arrived DOA. Now I have to spend a couple hundred to have this watch fixed. I am not sending it back to China. This hobby is a waste of money theses watches don't even work. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
plankton 1 Posted April 25, 2014 Maybe try ordering some higher line watches from Toro or PC. If not it was nice having you for a short time. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Maahinen 0 Posted April 25, 2014 So, tell me one hobby that doesn't cost anything..... Kind of quiet....choice your watches better... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HWG 11 Posted April 25, 2014 Sorry you feel that way. I have had tons of great reps. A few problems along the way, but nothing to make me say that I'm done with tv hobby. Good luck to you. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Breitling45 0 Posted April 25, 2014 The watches That I have purchased were both $338 a piece. $300 dollars to fix my last. And probably another $300 for this one that's over 1,000 dollars for two watches. IM DONE Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jonnybaws 5,280 Posted April 25, 2014 Sorry to hear that.. but it's a known risk with this hobby of ours.. You win some you lose some.. It appears you've percentage of losing is higher than normal which is a shame.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kcore 0 Posted April 25, 2014 The watches That I have purchased were both $338 a piece. $300 dollars to fix my last. And probably another $300 for this one that's over 1,000 dollars for two watches. IM DONE Let's see, reps purchased for $338 each, spent another $300+ each to repair instead of $30+ each to send a faulty watch back to the TD? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Aren 27 Posted April 25, 2014 OP...Can you be more specific please. Your specific comments and problems would be more helpful to others. Sorry for your disappointment, but perhaps you can provide some more constructive information for us. TIA Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
yawn 122 Posted April 25, 2014 I just received my first DOA watch and it going to cost me 300 bucks to repair locally ouch :( Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HWG 11 Posted April 25, 2014 Bad luck for sure. There isn't really much else I could say, as you seem rather set that you are done. All the best to you Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greg_r 83 Posted April 25, 2014 Oh man, that sucks - you've been real unlucky. I've had maybe 100 or more reps through my hands over the years and have had problems with maybe 4 or 5 of 'em, tops, which is no worse than my record with gens. Still, can't blame you for walking away from reps under the circumstances. Take it easy, mate... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Breitling45 0 Posted April 25, 2014 The watch wont wind just like my last watch. the second hand wont move, when they fixed my last watch they had to replace everything inside Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Breitling45 0 Posted April 25, 2014 @ashtree Go F#ck yourself you F3ucking Pussy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nsbrando 0 Posted April 25, 2014 i guess its bad luck bro, can you give us a little more detail on the watches and the TD you used? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
torobravo 9 Posted April 25, 2014 That´s very unfortunate, good luck outthere and welcome back anytime, check about my PAM 505 gen after les than a year of use and my girfriend´s Cartier almost new stopped, they are fixing it for 3 weeks now... I´m done with gens Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
elp 26 Posted April 25, 2014 #dealwithit real caring..... @Breitling45: sorry to hear about your unlucky experience. If it's with a TD here they should put it right for you - I suggest you contact a moderator. That said, I can understand your position under the circumstances if you decided to walk away. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Aren 27 Posted April 25, 2014 Breitling45 can you post some photos and tell us where you bought these awful watches? It would be appreciated. TIA Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
onionbag 1 Posted April 25, 2014 It can be very disheartening to have your hard earned pleasures turn to ashes in your mouth. In a case where expensive repairs are needed, the best route is to seek advice from your dealer and follow their instructions to the letter. If a resolution still cannot be found, please feel free to contact any Moderator here for assistance. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Breitling45 0 Posted April 25, 2014 One was from Perfect Clones and the other was from Trusty Time . Its not like have ordered and 10 watches and 2 are bad. I have ordered 2 watched and they are both broke, Cheap fake watch, Ill save up for a gen Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Odyseus 1 Posted April 25, 2014 I certainly wouldn't get it fixed locally - $300 is a joke. You can buy another movement and have it fitted for a lot less by one of the modders on here Sending watches back to China is not that much of a hasle - yes you might have to wait 6 odd weeks. I've sent 4 back now to three different TD's and all OK. What country are you from?? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kcore 0 Posted April 25, 2014 One was from Perfect Clones and the other was from Trusty Time . Its not like have ordered and 10 watches and 2 are bad. I have ordered 2 watched and they are both broke, Cheap fake watch, Ill save up for a gen When you received these DOA watches, did you contact the TD to let them know? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
draggnation 0 Posted April 25, 2014 Specifics would really help this thread; photos also Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kenton23 8 Posted April 25, 2014 Sorry to hear that. My luck with reps has so far been better than gens (I've had to return 2 gens for repair). Whether the same can be said after a 10 year period is a different question but my first rep (a Davidsen) is now 5 years old and still as good as new. By all means don't stick with it, but it can be a fun and rewarding hobby in my experience - whether you want to devote an hour a day or an hour a year to it is of course entirely up to you Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
