u/Zealousideal-West520

I bought this from a Reddit private seller after speaking with him on FaceTime.

He seems a solid and genuinely guy who clearly loves nice reps and watches in general.

He only had it for a month and insured me the full details and history he is selling.

I Paid $900 for what he told me is a modded Clean Factory Pepsi from the older V3 generation when Clean was widely considered the king of GMTs.

The watch feels so so in hand and I’m sceptical after receiving it today. I don’t think it’s what I paid for.

Details according to him:
• Factory: Clean Factory (older V3)
• Mods: Genuine crystal + upgraded Christophe movement + upgraded date wheel + brushed bracelet to gen specs
• Bracelet: Jubilee (2 links removed)
• Weight: 136g (with 2 links removed) — matches the expected ~136-138g range

A couple observations:
• Bracelet feels smooth running fingers up and down, but noticeably rough/scratchy side-to-side. Is this normal on brushed Jubilees?
• Overall it feels so so to me.

Would love some honest expert opinions:
• How does this older Clean Factory Pepsi + these mods compare today?
• How close to gen in real life (bezel color, dial, bracelet finishing, etc.)?
• Is the side-to-side bracelet texture normal?

I’m still learning and really value the community’s knowledge! Drop your thoughts and add value.

Just picked up this Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Chronograph 26240 (black dial) from APSF brand new and unworn.

Got it for $600 from a Reddit private seller who sourced it from trusted seller Omar (CtrlAltRep).

The bracelet is brushed and polished with smooth edges.
The watch feels solid and looks sharp in person. I’m new to AP reps, so I’d love feedback from the experts here.

What do you guys think?
• Dial quality and tapisserie pattern?
• Case finishing and bracelet (brushing, polishing, fit)?
• any issue you guys see here?
• Any common issues or mods worth doing?

Appreciate any honest opinions, thanks! 🙏

Just received this Patek Philippe Aquanaut 5167A-001 (steel, 40mm) from DDF Factory (latest Gen V) through RayGamble for $550.

I don’t have much experience with Patek reps, so I’d love some feedback from the experts here. The watch feels really solid in hand.

Album: https://imgur.com/a/NjB6f0M

What do you guys think?
• How’s the dial texture/embossing?
• Case shape and overall finishing?
• How close is DDF Gen V on this model right now?
• Any long-term thoughts or common issues I should know about?
Appreciate any honest opinions
thanks! 🙏

Just received my Patek Philippe Aquanaut 5167A-001 (steel, 40mm, black dial) from DDF Factory (latest Gen V) via RayGamble. Paid $550.
This is my first Aquanaut rep. Would really appreciate your honest thoughts on the overall look, quality, and how it wears.
Details:

1. Dealer name: RayGamble
2. Factory name: DDF (Latest Gen V)
3. Model name (& version number): Patek Aquanaut 5167A-001 Steel 40mm
4. Price Paid: $550
5. Album Links: https://imgur.com/a/NjB6f0M

• Any flaws I should be aware of:
How does DDF Gen V compare on the 5167A right now? Is this a solid daily wearer? Any common long-term issues (movement, lume, etc.)?
Thanks in advance for the feedback! 🙏