rossbell 0 Posted January 25, 2013 Hi, New to RWG, enjoying it very much so far. I'm looking to get a bell and ross BR02 in PVD and have been checking out the ones at timeshop. With the swiss ETA movement we are talking $394 which seems a lot!. Therefore I'd probably go for the asian copy ETA at $314. This still seems a lot, but I don't mind paying if it's going to be a VERY good replica. Has anyone bought this particular watch/movement combination from timeshop?, If so could you let me know what sort of quality we are talking. thanks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
beathead 0 Posted January 25, 2013 I picked one up from Toro in the Christmas special - Asian ETA, I'm not sure which factory.. Anyway, it's awesome. Maybe one of the more experienced members can confirm whether TS have the same watch? If it is, then it's worth every penny - amazing quality. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rossbell 0 Posted January 25, 2013 Thanks, just checked Toro and they don't have a pvd on the website but they do the SS case with the Asian ETA from the N factory for $238. The SS case Asian ETA br02 on timeshops is $284. If it is the same watch then Toro look to be the better deal. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
beathead 0 Posted January 25, 2013 I'd highly recommend Toro, great service and a great watch.. The SS version looks awesome on a leather strap too.. www.rwg.bz/board/index.php?showtopic=41814 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rossbell 0 Posted January 25, 2013 Thanks, that does look the business. Toro here I come! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Buddhabar 4,546 Posted January 25, 2013 I bought the exact same model with asian movement from Torobravo. I can tell you is fantastic. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vonGluberschmidt 0 Posted January 25, 2013 there is no need to upgrade to swiss movements in these pieces. the asian auto's are just fine. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Buddhabar 4,546 Posted January 25, 2013 there is no need to upgrade to swiss movements in these pieces. the asian auto's are just fine. I confirm. It keeps very good time. Seeing is believing. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Luthier 1 Posted January 25, 2013 Fuck, what's happened with prices??? $300+ for asian clone??? Just a year ago any watch with clone was around $180-$200!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Higs 73 Posted January 25, 2013 If you really want the PVD, it might be worth dropping Toro a line - he may well be able to get one for you. Nothing wrong with the SS one though. Here's mine.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Buddhabar 4,546 Posted January 25, 2013 Dear Luthier ... Despite the global downturn .... the question of us poor does pull up the price. Cordial greetings from italy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rossbell 0 Posted January 26, 2013 Emailed Toro, they can only do the SS case. On reflection the SS case does look a nice watch and I don't think the PVD version from TS is worth all that extra money. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Member X 91 Posted January 31, 2013 SS is a truer dive watch IMO - less likely to show up scratches than PVD and it looks like a serious chunk of metal on the wrist, yet somehow does not feel bulky I got a Toro Christmas Special with Asian ETA, one of the best quality watches I have. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheTinMan 13 Posted February 1, 2013 What does the second crown do on this model? Is it functional? Will this watch be submersible? I've had my eye on it, and now hearing that it is well built has really tweaked my interest. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Higs 73 Posted February 1, 2013 What does the second crown do on this model? Is it functional? Will this watch be submersible? I've had my eye on it, and now hearing that it is well built has really tweaked my interest. The second crown rotates the inner bezel. It is functional. Both crowns screw down but (as with all reps) I wouldn't submerge it until it's been checked. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
schwimmi 0 Posted February 12, 2013 wow, these are very nice watches - the only think that i dont like is that the screws are not in the same position .. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
