Monkey_Business 0 Posted March 29, 2017 Hey. So, these ETA replicas that we push extra dollar for. I have two of them - An Audemars 15400, and a Rolex Submariner. I have yet to open my Rolex, but the Audemars have an open caseback. From there I can see the ETA printings, all the cogs and gears, as well as the model number. 2824-2. I've seen a bunch of "Fake VS Gen" comparisons, and they always present the asian movement as a piece of shite with ridicolous engravings. Mine look rather neat. If I put it to my ear and listen to the "ticks", they are a lot more crisp (whilst also more silent) and more satisfying than the ones from the asian clone 2836 in my milgauss rep. So are they gen ETA? Are they good asian replicas? Or are they "old refurbished ETA's" built together with spares from broken watches? I sort of have my doubts about the first, since Swatch is being so restrictive about who they sell components to. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BadPickle 2,738 Posted March 29, 2017 From your pics I would say all 100% genuine, especially the Rolex ;) http://www.rwg.bz/board/index.php?showtopic=6930 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Monkey_Business 0 Posted March 29, 2017 So basicly, I'm in the ETA lottery :) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BadPickle 2,738 Posted March 29, 2017 I would say you wasted the extra $$ "upgrading" to Swiss, maybe you just got a Swiss main plate and all the rest is Asian, I'm not qualified to say, but as ETA have restricted sales to even reputable watch manufacturers, its rather unlikely they'd supply to some black market, back street factory :D Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dr Fun Socks 74 Posted March 29, 2017 It might say swiss made but if also says rolex... where do the lies end! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jibuti 958 Posted March 29, 2017 there are also fake "gen" ETA printings on main plates, mind you..... Bottom line is-you never know. Even if they say gen it can be rep mvt/plate and they know it already.... it is called "marketing".... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BadPickle 2,738 Posted March 29, 2017 there are also fake "gen" ETA printings on main plates, mind you..... Bottom line is-you never know. Even if they say gen it can be rep mvt/plate and they know it already.... it is called "marketing".... i can't believe the chinese factories would stoop so low as to replicate a swiss mainplate.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Monkey_Business 0 Posted March 29, 2017 It might say swiss made but if also says rolex... where do the lies end! And all this time I thought I was buying gen bargains there are also fake "gen" ETA printings on main plates, mind you..... Bottom line is-you never know. Even if they say gen it can be rep mvt/plate and they know it already.... it is called "marketing".... i can't believe the chinese factories would stoop so low as to replicate a swiss mainplate.... You and I both know there's a thin line between homage and replicating. They just crossed it Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RUSH2112 11 Posted March 29, 2017 Who says the Asian movements are shite? It's pretty unanimous here to go with the Asian clone and bypass the refurbished "Swiss." Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tonyh7 223 Posted March 29, 2017 If you are prepared to pay a small amount more it is possible to get a high quality genuine Swiss movement in your watch. But only by buying an inexpensive gen like a Steinhart or a Hammy. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Monkey_Business 0 Posted March 29, 2017 Who says the Asian movements are shite? It's pretty unanimous here to go with the Asian clone and bypass the refurbished "Swiss." The people who are gen-fanatics and hate us :) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BadPickle 2,738 Posted March 29, 2017 Who says the Asian movements are shite? It's pretty unanimous here to go with the Asian clone and bypass the refurbished "Swiss." The people who are gen-fanatics and hate us :) Fake watches are for fake people :P Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Monkey_Business 0 Posted March 29, 2017 Self-appointed fake person here! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greg_r 81 Posted March 29, 2017 Anybody want a fake goat then? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kleen™ 45 Posted March 29, 2017 Anybody want a fake goat then? Normally I'm not into this kindathang, but my-my...that's a mighty fine lookin' goat...boots'n'all... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bozrep 0 Posted March 29, 2017 Noob Subs V6 V7 etc don't use gen eta movements unless you paid extra for it. Toro td has v7 with sellita movement at this moment. Normally the rep eta 2836 looks the same as the gen eta, but there's a small difference in the jewel clamp positioned in the adjustment part. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jibuti 958 Posted March 29, 2017 there are also fake "gen" ETA printings on main plates, mind you..... Bottom line is-you never know. Even if they say gen it can be rep mvt/plate and they know it already.... it is called "marketing".... i can't believe the chinese factories would stoop so low as to replicate a swiss mainplate.... I know mate, am really sad as (probably) you too... oh, and pigs can fly.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jibuti 958 Posted March 29, 2017 Anybody want a fake goat then? looks gen to me, greg...... oh, the eye-brow placement, duh!!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
2fake4u 0 Posted March 29, 2017 Id say the majority of those selling with "Genuine ETA Movements" are using refurbed since as stated, ETA is picky with who they supply new movements to. That being said, there are places you can buy new ETA Movements in bulk for a cheap enough price to use in a watch for resale. I know, Ive bought from them. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
