charmquark Posted July 22, 2009 Report Share Posted July 22, 2009 I've just ordered a high beat Explorer I from Josh's site. This may be blasphemy but I'm not a big fan of metal bracelets, so I'm thinking Black Croc with white stitching from IWI - any other suggestions? PS: Anyone else get this watch? Are there any comments or reviews specifically against Josh's version? I've already ordered, based on the pics, the shipping and the fact that it's got the asian hi-beat movement, just curious at this point. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Packard Posted July 22, 2009 Report Share Posted July 22, 2009 (edited) I've just ordered a high beat Explorer I from Josh's site. This may be blasphemy but I'm not a big fan of metal bracelets, so I'm thinking Black Croc with white stitching from IWI - any other suggestions? PS: Anyone else get this watch? Are there any comments or reviews specifically against Josh's version? I've already ordered, based on the pics, the shipping and the fact that it's got the asian hi-beat movement, just curious at this point. I have a Datejust (SS, White) from Trusty Time that came with a leather band (tan) with a embossed reptile appearance and it is very nice. But it comes with a clasp and not a buckle and my medium sized wrist required the loosest setting on the clasp. But it is very handy and quick to latch and it seems quite secure. See: http://www.tt88time.com/index.php?main_pag...roducts_id=1512 Edited July 22, 2009 by Packard Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alligoat Posted July 22, 2009 Report Share Posted July 22, 2009 I like the dark brown croco straps, but on the modern Explorer, the black you have in mind may be best. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
numptyj Posted July 22, 2009 Report Share Posted July 22, 2009 I've just ordered a high beat Explorer I from Josh's site. This may be blasphemy but I'm not a big fan of metal bracelets, so I'm thinking Black Croc with white stitching from IWI - any other suggestions? PS: Anyone else get this watch? Are there any comments or reviews specifically against Josh's version? I've already ordered, based on the pics, the shipping and the fact that it's got the asian hi-beat movement, just curious at this point. I ordered this watch before I never opened the caseback but I believe the sweep on the watch looked much like a 21J movement as it was slightly juddery. I think the info here that Josh has on the site is misleading as I don't think you will get a high beat movement. If I'm wrong though I apologise. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
If you see Kay Posted July 22, 2009 Report Share Posted July 22, 2009 are you sure that's a high beat or is that just a mistake on his website? he's got the spec at 2813 but a high beat. I know there are high beat 2813's, but not sure if this is what Josh has in the watch. Anyone confirm directly with Josh if it is in fact a high beat 2813? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest HaloArchive Posted July 22, 2009 Report Share Posted July 22, 2009 2813 is 21.6 and the 4813 is the 28.8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
If you see Kay Posted July 22, 2009 Report Share Posted July 22, 2009 someone needs to do a 1 sec timed exposure shot of this to confirm. I highly doubt that this watch has a high beat 2813 in it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
its_urabus Posted July 22, 2009 Report Share Posted July 22, 2009 I prefer bracelet or nato Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kyle L Posted July 23, 2009 Report Share Posted July 23, 2009 I prefer bracelet or nato A carbon is great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charmquark Posted July 24, 2009 Author Report Share Posted July 24, 2009 @ Kyle L : The Carbon looks great - it's the same white stitching/black strap look I'm aiming for too, to compliment the dial colours @ Alligoat : I agree, on the vintage, the brown works better @ numptyj (et al) : I ordered because it said high beat and because Josh has a good reputation. If it's not then I'll try to track down a movement to swop in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
numptyj Posted July 24, 2009 Report Share Posted July 24, 2009 @ Kyle L : The Carbon looks great - it's the same white stitching/black strap look I'm aiming for too, to compliment the dial colours @ Alligoat : I agree, on the vintage, the brown works better @ numptyj (et al) : I ordered because it said high beat and because Josh has a good reputation. If it's not then I'll try to track down a movement to swop in. don't get me wrong not hating on Josh as i ordered the watch myself and everything was great with it, but was just slightly disappointed it said high beat and in actual fact wasn't when it turned up to me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
P_Diddy Posted July 28, 2009 Report Share Posted July 28, 2009 what's the 'observable' difference between 'hi beat' and 'low beat'? don't get me wrong not hating on Josh as i ordered the watch myself and everything was great with it, but was just slightly disappointed it said high beat and in actual fact wasn't when it turned up to me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest HaloArchive Posted July 28, 2009 Report Share Posted July 28, 2009 The high beat movement will appear smother than the low beat movement. High beat = 8 ticks a second, Low beat = 6 ticks a second. On a different note, where can I find that carbon strap? I like that combination Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noel Fleischer Posted July 29, 2009 Report Share Posted July 29, 2009 Sorry guys but IMO- Rolex sport watches need a SS bracelet. but i gotta admit i've seen some gen gold Daytonas on leather that look pretty nice. PS. i like Josh but when it comes to movements i don't listen to everything he says. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charmquark Posted August 21, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 21, 2009 UPDATE: it's not high beat; "This watch is not 28800bph.. It is 21600bph.. It used to be 28800bph.. Sorry ..I forgotten to update the website..." Which is disappointing but I can live with it for the price. He's changed the website so at least no-one else will make that mistake. It arrived with a loose marker at the 5 o'clock (the little white "lume" had fallen out) so I've sent it back for a replacement. One the strap front, I'm toying with the idea of a milanese (mesh) strap or maybe that hirsch carbon like Kyle. The reason is the International Watchman only take US bank checks or transfers which is a bit of a hassle if you're not in the US. I may also go for a black leather with white stitching since I can't see any other nice crocodile straps at a good price. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeeJay Posted August 21, 2009 Report Share Posted August 21, 2009 UPDATE: it's not high beat; "This watch is not 28800bph.. It is 21600bph.. It used to be 28800bph.. Sorry ..I forgotten to update the website..." Which is disappointing but I can live with it for the price. He's changed the website so at least no-one else will make that mistake. It arrived with a loose marker at the 5 o'clock (the little white "lume" had fallen out) so I've sent it back for a replacement. One the strap front, I'm toying with the idea of a milanese (mesh) strap or maybe that hirsch carbon like Kyle. The reason is the International Watchman only take US bank checks or transfers which is a bit of a hassle if you're not in the US. I may also go for a black leather with white stitching since I can't see any other nice crocodile straps at a good price. Sorry to hear that, but it probably would've been easier to re-fit rather than the hassle of a return... Best of luck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charmquark Posted August 26, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 26, 2009 Sorry to hear that, but it probably would've been easier to re-fit rather than the hassle of a return... Best of luck How do you mean refit? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charmquark Posted September 18, 2009 Author Report Share Posted September 18, 2009 UPDATE: Sent the watch to Josh a month ago and tracking says it reached China 3 weeks back but Josh says he hasn't received it yet Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charmquark Posted September 22, 2009 Author Report Share Posted September 22, 2009 UPDATE: seems to be under way Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charmquark Posted September 30, 2009 Author Report Share Posted September 30, 2009 PHEW: It arrived yesterday in the post - no bits falling off and it keeps reasonable time. As mentioned it's not high beat which is a shame but I'm just glad to get anything at this stage. I just adjusted the bracelet and will wear it as is for a few weeks before picking a strap. Thanks for everyones contributions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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