Dtrinder 0 Posted May 30, 2011 (edited) Just wondering how long peoples reps have lasted Is it mainly the movement I.e a Swiss eta lasting much longer than a 21j Or does it more depend on the outer quality that determines it's lifespan How long would I expect this to last me, with it being worn frequently http://www.silix-prime.com/jaes002-p-1506.html Edited May 31, 2011 by Dtrinder Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
powderfreak 0 Posted May 30, 2011 I don't know peplo but the movement is what would worry me. 21j can live for quite some years, as I have heard. That swiss movement should last forever (if properly serviced ). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Takken 0 Posted May 30, 2011 Hi there. So many different factors to considerate... Everything between 1-20 years. Might sound pretty far fetched but it's impossible to say. Regards Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
P4GTR 0 Posted May 30, 2011 ETA and clone ETA movements can be serviced, with parts availability. These are the same movements that power many gens, therefore the durability is that of a gen. The rest of the parts that make the watch (case, crystal, bezel, etc) are usually stainless steel, just like gen. The rubber gaskets, o-rings, tubes, and other consumable parts are all common parts that a skilled horologist (watchsmith) can replace as needed. I would like to think the majority of our reps are capable of lasting as long as we want them to. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RS9 1 Posted May 30, 2011 I agree with P4. With a little tweaking and care, reps can last just as long as certain gens. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NFleischer 4,355 Posted May 30, 2011 Here's a POS rep I had 16 years! It still works (21J I guess). Never wear it though Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
myaz 3 Posted May 31, 2011 7750s chronos with secs @ other than 9 being a different animal altogether, For your average non quartz movement, seems to me the reason for the 1-20 years answer is that, Luthier, Narikaa. et al please jump in, watches are assembled in less than "sterile" conditions in some factories. Therefore, if you get the watch assembled the day a dust storm blows in... Hence a recommendation was made a while back to have your finer watches serviced, cleaned and lubed before shipping. A dealer, I think Robert, offers this service. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Luthier 1 Posted May 31, 2011 How long would I epect this to last me, with it being worn frequently http://www.silix-prime.com/jaes002-p-1506.html Erection depends on the quality of your Viagra. But if you're talking about replicas - "peplos" already answered - it could be 2 seconds, if you'll put it under the tank, it could be a year, if you's wear every day for 15 hours (gold plating will fail), or it could be 20 years, if you'll take care about "moment", mean movement. By the way, why you want to buy that 35mm watch? Is it for female? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dtrinder 0 Posted May 31, 2011 How long would I epect this to last me, with it being worn frequently http://www.silix-prime.com/jaes002-p-1506.html Erection depends on the quality of your Viagra. But if you're talking about replicas - "peplos" already answered - it could be 2 seconds, if you'll put it under the tank, it could be a year, if you's wear every day for 15 hours (gold plating will fail), or it could be 20 years, if you'll take care about "moment", mean movement. By the way, why you want to buy that 35mm watch? Is it for female? Sorry everyone, for the spelling mistakes I'm not used to typing on an iPad and to lazy to proof read my post.... Ha, moment-peplos-epect -glad you knew what was intended though I'm trying to work out if it's worth paying 220 for a Swiss eta or get 2 21j for a bit less Does gold plating wear of easily? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Luthier 1 Posted May 31, 2011 ETA, gen. or clone is way more superior to 21j. But pricey. Gold could stay for years. I have many goldplated reps for years, without any signs of wearing. And I use them frequently. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dtrinder 0 Posted May 31, 2011 ETA, gen. or clone is way more superior to 21j. But pricey.Gold could stay for years. I have many goldplated reps for years, without any signs of wearing. And I use them frequently. I had a Lange chrono and the first time I had to adjust the time the second hand got caught on one of the small dial hands and bent them out of shape, leading to the seconds hand falling off - unfortunate Not from any of our trusted dealers though This was Japanese and I have had worse quality watches last me 2 years. So I understand it's difficult to put a time stamp on them That jlc Is a bit on the small side but very nice never the less It's not small to the point of it being feminine though is it? So is it worth paying extra for an eta movement? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Luthier 1 Posted May 31, 2011 1. No japanese replicas exist, 99% of them are made in China. 2. 35mm is for a kid, nowadays women wear 40-45mm watches. 3. Ofcourse, it worth. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
David543 0 Posted May 31, 2011 I have three reps that have lasted 5yrs and work perfectly. The 21J movements are becoming a little 'sticky' on winding and need a service, the Rolex ETA or clone is as good as the day I got it (but the screw down crown has partially stripped, still screws in but not much). My Hublot BB 7750 rep feels just like it did the day I bought it. I have some Gens from about the same time and one I have just serviced and the other two are going to need it soon. So not much difference really. As far as the cases etc, as they are pretty much made with the same materials as the gens (sapphire and steel) they should last pretty much indefinitely. Gold finish. I realised that was going to be a problem so I have one TT Yatchmaster I wear occasionally and the gold is still fine. One of my latest watches is a 'grail' blue TT sub so I got that with 'wrapped' gold in the hope it will be able to cope with more regular wear and not rub off! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Slim 0 Posted May 31, 2011 I think you get what you pay for .. well to be fair a lot more than what you pay for compared to a gen Rolex/IWC/Omega/Whatever, but less than what you pay for compared to a gen at a similar price (Accurist, budget Seiko, CItizen etc). I noticed that the dial of my Noobmariner LV waggles when I wind the crown - it sort of slaps up and down in the case like a seesaw. Don't know what happened to it, but it hasn't had a lot of punishment. Only had it since January. Still - it looks the dog's nads, it still tells the time and it wasn't expensive. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
marinamm20 1 Posted May 31, 2011 i have a 196 daylight with A7750 - have been running flawless for 6 years now i had a Rolex Daytona with the sec@6 - was running 2 days, then it die the extra cocs death. the rolex is the only one that have die on me since 2006, ok others have died but due to 10 big fat fingers being somewhere they shuddent..... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bosox 0 Posted May 31, 2011 I have two Rolexes that I've had for about 7 years. Until recently one or the other was on my wrist daily. Both keep perfect time and when they crap out, they will be thrown out, having given me yeoman service at a good price. I bought both of them in the bazaar in Istanbul from a guy who came highly recommended by an airline pilot. Talking about good service, one of the watches became balky shortly after I purchased it. This fellow came to my hotel in Istanbul while I was on a second trip there, on a Sunday as the bazaar is closed that day, and gave me a choice of about 12 replacement watches. That watch is one of the two still chugging away today. On another trip there I bought a Patek Phillipe in the hotel, paid $80 for it about 6 years ago. Beautiful watch, keeps great time. I have no idea what movements are in the three, but I'm sure they are the least expensive available at the time. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
