NCRich 13,746 Posted August 2, 2017 OK, so looking at the contenders one comes in at $600-800 and the other at less than $60 shipped. Two black dialed vintage daytonas. The franken has a DW dial, gen plexi, thin aftermarket hands, and an Athaya crown. The DH, well, came shipped free in a box. Off to the pics, note that they are a tiny bit different in diameter. The subdials on the DH are different since it is a quartz. Off to the pics. Similar construction, same bracelet, slightly different clasp. Note that the clasp difference also shows up on some of the cartel ones. People have commented that the bracelet is shit....well that is a correct bracelet. Note that the case on the franken one has been modded a bit too. Honestly pretty good if you just want to try a vintage daytona on for size. It probably won't depreciate. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
G_sus 549 Posted August 2, 2017 Got a link to the DH one? Thanks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Genius 281 Posted August 2, 2017 so which is which? I can only tell the cheap one from the shit clasp Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NCRich 13,746 Posted August 2, 2017 so which is which? I can only tell the cheap one from the shit clasp Seconds @ 6 is quartz. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Moondustesp 136 Posted August 2, 2017 Good for the money can't argue with that Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Genius 281 Posted August 2, 2017 so which is which? I can only tell the cheap one from the shit clasp Seconds @ 6 is quartz. I think at least from the pictures the cheap one looks more expensive maybe it's the texture in the subdials Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tonyh7 223 Posted August 2, 2017 Yes the subdials are wrong in the quartzer - secs @6 and the @3 dial shows 24 hour time. This is a sign of two things. First it isn't a gen vintage tona. Second it is running a good Japanese microstepper quartz movement. Which will keep perfect time and won't break if you actually use the chrono. A handsome little watch and wonderful value for money. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Thommo82 1,397 Posted August 2, 2017 name='Genius' timestamp='1501700686' post='2018875'] so which is which? I can only tell the cheap one from the shit clasp Seconds @ 6 is quartz. I think at least from the pictures the cheap one looks more expensive maybe it's the texture in the subdials I'm with Genius The gate model looks more expensive And it appeals more to me through the sub dial spacing, colour, size, shape and most importantly, price Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gmchris 68 Posted August 2, 2017 I had one but was too small 38mm think. Needs a leather cuff strap under it. Oh and some lume would have been nice. Lovely little jewel of a watch though. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mascot 0 Posted August 2, 2017 Got a link to the DH one? Thanks Would be nice, right ¿ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Robin195959 2 Posted August 2, 2017 The DH versions of all the popular reps are to this standard of build and accuracy. Q Why pay £600 for the best sub when you can get a Regmariner? A because you do care about accuracy If not buy the cheapest version possible or maybe an Alpha? Or Invicta. But let's not pretend there isn't an enormous gulf between these two. Just my opinion. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NCRich 13,746 Posted August 2, 2017 The DH versions of all the popular reps are to this standard of build and accuracy. Q Why pay £600 for the best sub when you can get a Regmariner? A because you do care about accuracy If not buy the cheapest version possible or maybe an Alpha? Or Invicta. But let's not pretend there isn't an enormous gulf between these two. Just my opinion. Did you say Invicta? You know what that means. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Robin195959 2 Posted August 2, 2017 The DH versions of all the popular reps are to this standard of build and accuracy. Q Why pay £600 for the best sub when you can get a Regmariner? A because you do care about accuracy If not buy the cheapest version possible or maybe an Alpha? Or Invicta. But let's not pretend there isn't an enormous gulf between these two. Just my opinion. Did you say Invicta? You know what that means. Isn't it Fluffy for quality? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Robin195959 2 Posted August 2, 2017 I rest my case. That's as close to a Rolex as a DH rep. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Diver Dave 0 Posted August 2, 2017 Did you say Invicta? You know what that means. "M I Cee Kay E Why Em Oh You Es EE" ?? ;-) What's the actual functionality of the subsdials on both? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NCRich 13,746 Posted August 3, 2017 Good one, 6 is frozen, 9 secs, 3 minutes on chrono Quartz 6 is secs, 9 minutes on chrono, 3 24 hr. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Diver Dave 0 Posted August 3, 2017 Good one, 6 is frozen, 9 secs, 3 minutes on chrono Quartz 6 is secs, 9 minutes on chrono, 3 24 hr. Frozen seconds = "No Sale" to me, so the cheap one wins here. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
processengr 13,334 Posted August 3, 2017 Good one, 6 is frozen, 9 secs, 3 minutes on chrono Quartz 6 is secs, 9 minutes on chrono, 3 24 hr. Frozen seconds = "No Sale" to me, so the cheap one wins here. I believe the cumulative chrono hours counter at 6 o'clock position is the hand that is frozen. Not very noticeable even when chrono is running. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Diver Dave 0 Posted August 3, 2017 Good one, 6 is frozen, 9 secs, 3 minutes on chrono Quartz 6 is secs, 9 minutes on chrono, 3 24 hr. Frozen seconds = "No Sale" to me, so the cheap one wins here. I believe the cumulative chrono hours counter at 6 o'clock position is the hand that is frozen. Not very noticeable even when chrono is running. I just won't buy things that don't work, no matter if it's noticeable or not. I'm not trying to fool anyone, I just like a watch that works. I sold a very nice Pam chrono rep lately that had a 60 minute scale on a subdial but the movement was set up for a 30 minute register there. I couldn't accept the 2 minute per minute advance of that hand. Frozen dial? Not for me... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Icemix69 4 Posted August 3, 2017 I want to try that dhgate daytona, is there a link. Cheers Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lipbos 0 Posted August 3, 2017 Good one, 6 is frozen, 9 secs, 3 minutes on chrono Quartz 6 is secs, 9 minutes on chrono, 3 24 hr. Frozen seconds = "No Sale" to me, so the cheap one wins here. I believe the cumulative chrono hours counter at 6 o'clock position is the hand that is frozen. Not very noticeable even when chrono is running. I just won't buy things that don't work, no matter if it's noticeable or not. I'm not trying to fool anyone, I just like a watch that works. I sold a very nice Pam chrono rep lately that had a 60 minute scale on a subdial but the movement was set up for a 30 minute register there. I couldn't accept the 2 minute per minute advance of that hand. Frozen dial? Not for me... I hear you. I cringe everytime I see a foreign car in the States with its country of origin plate on the front. Serves no purpose. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Waspy 306 Posted August 3, 2017 (edited) I can't find this watch anywhere on DHGate. That site is impossible to find stuff. Edited August 3, 2017 by Waspy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Waspy 306 Posted August 3, 2017 I eventually found this one for $96.43 Unfortunately no one has posted any review pictures yet. http://www.dhgate.com/store/product/top-quality-mens-chronograph-quartz-movement/391438610.html Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
splke 4,376 Posted August 3, 2017 i have not used the seller but they are well thought of if you read through reviews on the gate Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
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