Hello from California!

[J-C]

Welcome to RepGeek, H1.

This is like any other hobby - just friends who are fanatical and interested in all things watches. W/o investing hundreds of thousands, you can own 10..12 ...200 of your dream watches.

You are right, if you seek 1:1 accuracy, the same type of quality as a 10K watch, the ability to smash, swim, and wear it with the same carefree attitude as a gen, rep's will leave you disappointed.

Bur ... with a little care, tlc and some basic servicing, you'll have a great watch, or 12, that will look as real as the day is long to 99.99% of the public.

Lots to read - make yourself at home and again, Welcome to RepGeek - it doesn't get any better then here!

[Meridius]

California. Awesome. I miss California.

Welcome and I would say try out a few reps and see what you think. Quality is all over the board with reps (just like gens!), but read the forum and you will learn which reps and dealers offer what you are looking for.

I own gen and rep watches. Love them all for various reasons. I just love watches. Have fun and don't take it too seriously!