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The Watches Thread V1
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patryn33
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Aug 31 2009, 11:29 PM
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QUOTE(calvinloke @ Aug 31 2009, 10:08 PM) I'm referring to the Swiss ETA movements as I've heard it is being used in high end replica models. Do tell me more on the Asian ETA movement though.  high high replica are U willing to pay US$300-800 for it? something like these? http://www.replicacafe.com/home.php?cat=327this darn replica even try to fake whats inside! http://www.watchestar.com/ViewDetails.aspx?ProductID=8591asian movement - can read about it last 3-4pages. a nice Asian 6497 movement Swan neck on the bay - US$115 (IMH overprice can get 1 in a Pam homage for under US$100) http://cgi.ebay.com/Black-Rhodium-Asian-64...id=p3286.c0.m14a non swan neck version US$40. http://cgi.ebay.com/17-Jewels-Handwind-Asi...-Movement-with-Decoration_W0QQitemZ260460993720QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item3ca4af5cb8&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14 a swiss version US$134 http://www.ofrei.com/page1201.htmlcan get asian movement in bulk! http://www.ec21.com/companies/asian_eta_7750_movement.html*** not promoting replica!!! *** This post has been edited by patryn33: Aug 31 2009, 11:35 PM
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SUSFeeD
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Sep 1 2009, 12:10 AM
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patryn33
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Sep 1 2009, 10:13 AM
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QUOTE(FeeD @ Sep 1 2009, 12:10 AM) isn't it expensive? close to US$900, limited edition of 50. http://gnomonwatches.com/DievasAvantGardePrototypeAGP.htmlseem like a good deal on a swiss 6497, just US$239 http://www.bernhardtwatch.com/officerswatch.html This post has been edited by patryn33: Sep 1 2009, 10:34 AM
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SUSFeeD
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Sep 1 2009, 04:00 PM
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QUOTE(patryn33 @ Sep 1 2009, 10:13 AM) isn't it expensive? close to US$900, limited edition of 50. http://gnomonwatches.com/DievasAvantGardePrototypeAGP.htmlseem like a good deal on a swiss 6497, just US$239 http://www.bernhardtwatch.com/officerswatch.html it's case is virtually scrash prove....lol
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us3raff
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Sep 1 2009, 07:06 PM
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My square 7T62 Seiko.
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lwb
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Sep 1 2009, 09:04 PM
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opps.. i stand corrected regarding the replicas using genuine eta movt. Added on September 1, 2009, 9:05 pmnice looking watch you've got there.. is the alarm 'loud' enough for you? QUOTE(us3raff @ Sep 1 2009, 07:06 PM) This post has been edited by lwb: Sep 1 2009, 09:06 PM
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patryn33
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Sep 1 2009, 10:12 PM
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QUOTE(FeeD @ Sep 1 2009, 04:00 PM) it's case is virtually scrash prove....lol I like an expensive scratch proof case!!! also highly resistant to sweat and acid rain! I just hope the leather also just as resistant!
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lwb
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Sep 1 2009, 10:29 PM
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aiyaa.. just gently rinse it with a a 35cent soap and water, and your watch would probably appreciate the occasional bath! *lol*
This post has been edited by lwb: Sep 1 2009, 11:03 PM
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us3raff
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Sep 1 2009, 11:23 PM
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QUOTE(lwb @ Sep 1 2009, 09:04 PM) opps.. i stand corrected regarding the replicas using genuine eta movt. Added on September 1, 2009, 9:05 pmnice looking watch you've got there.. is the alarm 'loud' enough for you? I guess not loud enough to wake me up from sleep. But definitely beat a Citizen's alarm anytime
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yeelin04
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Sep 1 2009, 11:42 PM
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previously i have asked bout the swatch watch...
now i want to ask..if a watch that quite long ago ady..if i go to swatch and ask..will there be possible no more stock?
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U+FFFD
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Sep 1 2009, 11:43 PM
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QUOTE(yeelin04 @ Sep 1 2009, 11:42 PM) previously i have asked bout the swatch watch... now i want to ask..if a watch that quite long ago ady..if i go to swatch and ask..will there be possible no more stock? Very likely since they're always replaced with new collections.
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yeelin04
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Sep 2 2009, 12:22 AM
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QUOTE(FusioneX @ Sep 1 2009, 11:43 PM) Very likely since they're always replaced with new collections. cham lor like this....hmm...how only can get ley?? its my bf favourite watch...
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patryn33
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Sep 3 2009, 12:46 AM
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QUOTE(yeelin04 @ Sep 2 2009, 12:22 AM) cham lor like this....hmm...how only can get ley?? its my bf favourite watch...  only can look around on ebay or online in that case. if U extremely lucky maybe some small stores still have old stock lying around.
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bombercycle
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Sep 3 2009, 03:54 PM
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Now i like this U-Boat Thousand Feet with ETA 7750 movement 50mm case diameter ,  
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patryn33
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Sep 3 2009, 10:04 PM
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QUOTE(bombercycle @ Sep 3 2009, 03:54 PM) Now i like this U-Boat Thousand Feet with ETA 7750 movement 50mm case diameter , looks like this http://www.chrono24.com/en/uboat/1315920.htm?showpage=2. price also sweet! over US$5,000
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yeelin04
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Sep 4 2009, 01:35 AM
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QUOTE(patryn33 @ Sep 3 2009, 12:46 AM) only can look around on ebay or online in that case. if U extremely lucky maybe some small stores still have old stock lying around. i tried search thru swatch.com.my then i click on the watch n find for located stores in malaysia...there got say klcc and few places got wor... i still checking out..
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SUSadrian7386
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Sep 4 2009, 06:30 PM
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hey guys, I have a great news!!!tag heuer is not going to charge me any money for the repair fees.I just need to pay for the insurans and postage fees to switzerland which cost me 25 AUD(about rm80) and thats it and of course they will help me polished up my bezel because there are slightly scratch on it...so happy to hear that...i just told them the watch stop itself suddenly but the chronograph still works...
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silverwave
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Sep 4 2009, 09:21 PM
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QUOTE(adrian7386 @ Sep 4 2009, 06:30 PM) hey guys, I have a great news!!!tag heuer is not going to charge me any money for the repair fees.I just need to pay for the insurans and postage fees to switzerland which cost me 25 AUD(about rm80) and thats it and of course they will help me polished up my bezel because there are slightly scratch on it...so happy to hear that...i just told them the watch stop itself suddenly but the chronograph still works... Awesome, do keep us updated.
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patryn33
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Sep 5 2009, 03:45 AM
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