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Ronin

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  1. Trade value less about 25% would likely be accurate. In a perfect world, we would always get what we think our watches are worth. I usually lose money on deals......but then again, it's a hobby to me :-)

    This is pretty much my MO. Unless it is some rare, heavily frankened watch, I usually start at 25% off what I paid for it. Plus, for most CONUS buyers, no customs hassle. Buyer usually is the winner.

  2. Akira - The overall plan looks good, but I think you would have an easier time finding parts if you use an ETA movement. And what does 'WSO' mean?

    Actually, if you luck out with the late model DG3804 (good chance), do not waste your time on ETA movements for slow beat and having to deal with overlays.

    The new DG's datewheel's, if you can live with the font, that IMHO look like plausible service replacements, line up near perfect with Gen dials.

    So to recap 21J's (most likely a DG3804 in a GMT):

    1.) Datewheel lines up with gen dial's

    2.) Has slower beat.

    ~ Trying to find a ETA 2846 worth a $hit, then servicing, then dealing with overlays, is probably not worth the effort these days. ~

    ALL GEN except the DG3804 and hands:

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  3. In general, my preference is for flat/linear freq response, which eliminates many models due to their having been purposely designed with built-in frequency peaks & troughs.

    Have you tried Shure's? Flat is exactly how I would describe my now vintage E2C's which I believe have become the SCL2's.

    Factoring in Bang for the Buck, and the fact my 3G iPod was my source for these until recently, I like them. They survived 3000 miles on a motorcycle trip, and the foam inserts are great for keeping screaming baby's on airplanes at bay. They are going on 7yrs old.

    http://reviews.cnet.com/headphones/shure-e2/4505-7877_7-31061856.html

  4. Why put gen parts in a rep? Remember the old saying: "Reps are reps and gens are gens and never the twain shall meet."

    Disagree 100%. The Frankens here @ RWG are stellar watches. This is also driven by the "Vintage" desire where the REPS simply can not compete and you need to Franken them up.

    By your logic, many of the GEN makers use ETA movements. Many of our Reps use the same ETA movements, so should we only buy the 21J version?

  5. I just receive these from Narika from BKK. Buy for me in MBK shop.

    Please i would like that tell me possible improve to these watch.

    Just wear it. It looks great for out of the box.

    Any chance for more pics of the sides of the case?

  6. I made an out of country purchase with a CC a few years ago and the credit card company called to make sure it was me.

    About 5 or 7 years ago I bought a dial from an AD in Denmark with a CC and had to fax them pix of the CC (front and back) plus my DL. Everything went Ok after that.

    But frankly, it is NOT required. While some stores might have an ID policy in place, while "face to face" with the cashier, it is more of a 'flash it' and they confirm the names match kinda thing. Making a digital copy of 'extra' personal information is simply NOT a payment card industry requirement. There is also a difference when dealing with a known, legitimate company, and our friends selling questionable goods from questionable places. :whistling:

    Besides, the whole thing would be moot if using a Visa Gift Card with no name on it.

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