hmmmm......
Can't say what you got, but MY smp is one of the most solid, authentic watches I own... Of course It's been upgraded with a genuine dial and hands, but the Bracelet is one of the best I own...
Sorry to hear about your luck.
Go to general discussion and read the post from admin.....Also, talk to scott "Watcher71" about getting a refund.
We have the funds to reimburse the members who did not receive their watch.
You need a refund for sure after all the crap you've been through.
Welcome Pman...
regarding question one.
If you purchase a rep with an ETA movement and have it serviced about once every 5 years, there is no reason it shouldn't last you a lifetime. After all, ETA is a real swiss movement....
We have folks on board who can assist you in this (ZiggyZumba and RBJ)
Take a look at the Watch Repair section and read up.
Number two.....
hmmmm... I guess you'll have to ask some dealers here as to why they don't carry specific brands.
To report a scam on ebay (US)
Follow this link and click on the "Report" link halfway down the page
http://pages.ebay.com/help/policies/replica-counterfeit.html