thatsexystud

I like that one too.

Sweattdog, Thanks for the note. You are right about not wanting to cover up such a customized movement... that is precisely why I think the logo 005 with the closed back may be more to my liking. I only want the real deal anyway. Thanks again!

The Zigmeister: Anyone who reads this thread will understand why I say the following to you: "[censored] OFF". Are those words plain and simple enough for you? Or does it still strain your feeble mind? Are you still confused? Here is a hint: It is probably the same gutteral language you used when you were mounting your sister and mother... and it certainly doesn't sit well with me but apparently you cannot understand more civilized speech. Everyone else here has been more than helpful. I suggest you take your cue from them. Leave me alone and go waste someone else's time as I certainly won't be responding to anymore of your tirades.

Sweattdogg, Yes, I was hoping to do something along those lines. Alas, as you can see from the thread, The Zigmeister is very clearly not willing to be of any assistance on this matter. Apparently my initial question offended him. At any rate, I think you are right, I will try to purchase the 005 with the swiss movement at the outset. Thanks!

Mrnixon, Thanks for your thoughtful response. That does indeed look interesting and on close inspection... I think I might just prefer that to the replicas. Tell me, have you had any problems with water/sweat getting in through the back view window? Any issues of fogging or the like? With regard to the fit of the movement, I read somewhere that Davidsen's watches are sometimes a bit smaller in some respects then other reps and that this may prevent things from being 100% interchangeable. I had been hoping to get in touch with Davidsen to get my questions answered but have yet to receive a response from my PM. I will keep trying. Regards, Thatsexystud

I can assure you that I will not be banned unless this entire site is a scam. I have never been to this site before I joined up. I joined because I have a genuine interest in watches and I fear now that I may not have found what I was looking for.

Testy today are we The Zigmeister? Let me assure you that your animosity is neither necessary nor appropriate and I am saddened that it is you, The Zigmeister, that responded in such a way. Indeed, I am a big fan of your reviews had hoped that someone with your level of experience and clear attention to detail would be able to advise me on the feasibility of my request. Thank you for rolling out the welcome mat to a new and paying member. First off, you take issue with the fact that I just "joined yesterday" and report hearing negative reviews about the ASIAN movements. This conveniently ignores the fact that one does not need to be a member in order to browse or search the forums. My searches on the forum indicate that the "Swan Neck" has been less than dependable (anecdotally has been known to break) and that the asian movements are louder than their swiss counterparts. Second, my proposal to have a genuine off-the-shelf ETA movement is exceedingly rationale. We all know that many high end watches use ETA Movements. This evidences a certain level of craftsmanship that can be verified from legitimate (i.e. not counterfeit) and well known companies. Since the swiss movements are so good and reliable, it only makes sense that one would want one in their high end replica. After all, it is the movement what makes high-end watches so desireable... simply stamping Rolex or Panerai isn't necessarily indicative of any quality. I want to wear my watch forever and be able to have it repaired when needed. Not everyone is familiar with custom alterations. Lastly, your blithe response causes me to wonder whether you do not have any personal conflict of interest in the question posed. Respectfully, Thatsexystud P.S. Tourbullion has genuine ETA movements for sale and so perhaps I should ask him about how difficult it would be to fit a 005 Logo with one.

Hey guys, I'm just about to purchase a base 005 logo from Davidsen. I have heard so many horror stories about the asian reworked ETA movement that I would like to replace it with a genuine (OEM stock) ETA model. Since the Logo doesn't have an open back, there isn't anyone who should be able to "call me out" unless they were to open the steel back. Any thoughts on who could perform the surgery for me and what I should expect to pay? It really just seems like the movements are the weakest part of reps... if we just settled for a real ETA movement the quality and useful life of the watches would be significantly improved. After all, its how it looks on our wrists that is important... not how closely copied the movement engravings are.

I want to buy one right now!! They look great to me. My only question is how to get in contact with Davidsen.