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8 September 2005, 02:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Atomic

No doubt the bird is cute. I WILL NOT say that about JJ...

But hey, we all love him, right!

Right you are!!

JJ Irani · 8 September 2005, 04:15 AM

After going through the last few bits of this thread, I just want to thank you guys for all the kind words.

And, hey Ed, I've read the Lone Ranger comics when I was a kid. Just couldn't connect that "paleface" crack with the comic, that's all!!

dman · 8 September 2005, 01:54 PM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

After going through the last few bits of this thread, I just want to thank you guys for all the kind words.

And, hey Ed, I've read the Lone Ranger comics when I was a kid. Just couldn't connect that "paleface" crack with the comic, that's all!!

Don't go and ruin it with a pic, okay!!

siddhartha · 15 September 2005, 07:19 AM

I have seen a few of these replicas, and in fact, my uncle got burned with a fake DRSD a few years back.

It is truly scary how accurate they can be-a friend has a fake SD, and comparing it to my authentic SD, there are obvious differences, but without a real one to compare it to, I can see how people get fooled easily (his has an ETA movement, sapphire crystal, fake He valve).

Only outward differences are that the second hand sweeps slightly less smoothly, the bezel is 60 clicks (not the 120), the case is more similar to a Sub case than the SD (thinner, and slightly lighter), and if you look closely, the "C" in "ESCAPE" on the caseback engraving is actually an "O"!

But, he has been diving with it, and treats it like any other watch-it has held up beautifully. It was a gift a few years back from a friend who lived overseas.

My uncle's fake DRSD was probably the highest quality fake you'd see. It had ALL the correct markings, and I thought it was real, until he took it in for service, and they confirmed that it wasn't. He bought it in Dubai, and is still trying to get $ back (he actually bought it in a store there). It kept COSC time, and looked authentic, and vintage. They seized it when it was confirmed to be fake.

I cannot recommend strongly enough that people either buy from an AD, or from someone trusted. It is ridiculous and disheartening to get burned by the fakes (I have been burned on two fake Omega 300s in the past, until I took my own advice)

Chris

PS-my first post here!

JJ Irani · 15 September 2005, 10:45 AM

Good post, Chris, welcome to this forum.

JJ

dman · 15 September 2005, 12:10 PM

Chris, thanks for sharing the story pal!! That really sucks for sure for your Uncle.

Welcome to TRF and please stop by often and join in on the fun. Glad you found us!!

Earl · 15 September 2005, 09:43 PM

Great post Chris, and welcome to TRF where you can lay back and enjoy the ride :o)

8 September 2005, 04:15 AM	#32
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,320	After going through the last few bits of this thread, I just want to thank you guys for all the kind words. And, hey Ed, I've read the Lone Ranger comics when I was a kid. Just couldn't connect that "paleface" crack with the comic, that's all!! __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

15 September 2005, 10:45 AM	#35
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,320	Good post, Chris, welcome to this forum. JJ __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!! Last edited by JJ Irani; 16 September 2005 at 05:08 AM..

15 September 2005, 12:10 PM	#36
dman Lifetime TRF Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Daren Location: Austin Watch: the road Posts: 13,583	Chris, thanks for sharing the story pal!! That really sucks for sure for your Uncle. Welcome to TRF and please stop by often and join in on the fun. Glad you found us!! __________________ You either get it or you don't, if you have to ask, YOU DON'T!! I really hope that midget cop doesn't find me in Kokomo.

15 September 2005, 07:19 AM	#34
siddhartha "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 2	I have seen a few of these replicas, and in fact, my uncle got burned with a fake DRSD a few years back. It is truly scary how accurate they can be-a friend has a fake SD, and comparing it to my authentic SD, there are obvious differences, but without a real one to compare it to, I can see how people get fooled easily (his has an ETA movement, sapphire crystal, fake He valve). Only outward differences are that the second hand sweeps slightly less smoothly, the bezel is 60 clicks (not the 120), the case is more similar to a Sub case than the SD (thinner, and slightly lighter), and if you look closely, the "C" in "ESCAPE" on the caseback engraving is actually an "O"! But, he has been diving with it, and treats it like any other watch-it has held up beautifully. It was a gift a few years back from a friend who lived overseas. My uncle's fake DRSD was probably the highest quality fake you'd see. It had ALL the correct markings, and I thought it was real, until he took it in for service, and they confirmed that it wasn't. He bought it in Dubai, and is still trying to get $ back (he actually bought it in a store there). It kept COSC time, and looked authentic, and vintage. They seized it when it was confirmed to be fake. I cannot recommend strongly enough that people either buy from an AD, or from someone trusted. It is ridiculous and disheartening to get burned by the fakes (I have been burned on two fake Omega 300s in the past, until I took my own advice) Chris PS-my first post here!

15 September 2005, 09:43 PM	#37
Earl "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Who Me? Location: Northern Virginia Watch: out Posts: 4,616	Great post Chris, and welcome to TRF where you can lay back and enjoy the ride :o)

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