sms 0 Posted February 28, 2012 I just joined the forum Friday I think it was and already I've ordered 4 new watches. One from Mary, one from Marvellous, and two lower end pieces from Timeshop. But what really worries me is that I've put at least 25-30 on my wishlist, many of them in the 300-600 range. I just have to have that AP Juan Pablo Montoya, but I held myself back this weekend. I didn't see it until I had already bought two. I got the two cheaper versions from Timeshop just to keep me from buying the AP. This place is great! IS the Asian 21J worth having? I know its a low end auto movement, but I'm thinking thats probably what I have in the reps I bought from perfectwatches. Their website says it's a Miyota movement, which I've read is owned by Citizen or Seiko, I forget which. Their higher end watgches say they have a Swiss ETA 7750, but having read the great post about the different movements, it's likely the Asian version of the 7750. They ask from 350 to 600 for them. I've never bought one of their "Swiss" pieces, but I have a a few of their better Miyota movement pieces. The stainless bands aren't that great, with the exception of the Rolex Day Date, it has a really nice gold and stanless with the plating on both sides in every other link. The leather bands are OK on the Tags, but I don't have one of their more expensive leather band watches. I am looking forward to getting these. If they are superior to what I have now, and I expect that to be the case, I'll be ecstatic. If they're not, no harm no foul. they cost about the same as I've been paying at the other place, so it's really a win win :giggle: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NCRich 13,791 Posted February 28, 2012 21js have been very reliable for me. YMMV. Handwinds are good too. You will get some that go bonk, but that is just the game. I like all mine, all 23. Welcome! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nisv 0 Posted February 28, 2012 Man, you got it bad :P Welcome, you've come to the right place Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cyril_Clunge 0 Posted February 28, 2012 Nope, you won't probably go broke. A more accurate word is definitely. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Soopah Spy 0 Posted February 28, 2012 *with a glazed, shuffling look* "one of ussss... ONE OF UUUUSSSSS..... Welcome! Settle in for the ride. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Del 4,477 Posted February 28, 2012 Hello and welcome! You're made for this place. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stewzzy 0 Posted February 28, 2012 prepare to become part of the guilty little pleasure that is this forum and the endless amount of info, witty banter and of course beautiful wristwear. whoooooo! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Member X 91 Posted February 28, 2012 You're dooooooomed!! I would recommend going for the Asian/Swiss ETAs - the sweep is much nicer and more accurate to gen, plus you stand some chance of getting them serviced by a modder on the boards but have to faff with finding the correct 21j movement if one dies... That said, most 21j movements are reliable and pretty bombproof, it seems, but if you are getting something you think might be a keeper then definitely go clone/ETA Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
robznet 0 Posted February 28, 2012 Hello mate - looks like you have slotted in here right away and been blessed early with our terrible affliction! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
