Mickey Padge Posted January 26, 2011 Report Posted January 26, 2011 Hello fwellow RWG'ers! I am thinking of buying an El Primero based watch, and wondered what choice there is out there? I prefer a more sporty look, and the Tag Link caught my eye, but seems impossible to find, anyone know what brands use this sweet movement, aside from Zenith? I am looking at the pre owned market, but seem to be having very little luck in finding anything..... Also, just in case, are there any RWG members who would like to sell a Primero based watch? As that would be ideal, as this community feels so much safer than other online forums! EDIT: A fellow member was kind enough to point out the sale of a Tag Link Calibre 36 watch, and I was lucky enough to buy it! Thanks very much dvn for that! It is a lovely watch, I am so happy with it! I re-finished the bezel to a mirror polished finish (original owner brushed it), and re-brushed the entire case/bracelet. The outer AR coating was pretty messed up, so I removed it. The white dial does not really need double AR, single is fine. If anything the AR scratches were distracting from the simple, pure white dial. I snapped some quick pictures, what do you guys think? The watch looks almost new, the AR inside the crystal is very effective, the dial still really "pops" out at you, such a comfortable watch too! The chronograph runs butter smooth, you can hardly see the ticks! I think I got a great deal, the box and papers were included, and the recent full service is still holding a four and a half year guarantee, I would just need to send it back to Canada Comments and observations welcome!
redwatch Posted January 26, 2011 Report Posted January 26, 2011 Concord Impresario, Daniel Roth, Dunhill, Ebel, Fleurier Parmigiani, Movado, Panerai OP IV, Rolex (modified to 28,800 BPH), Tag Heuer, Walden International Ciccio is selling off a beautiful Daytona build with all gen bits and a primero movement over here
ubiquitous Posted January 26, 2011 Report Posted January 26, 2011 Are you looking for modern? Or vintage? Modern, the EP400 was used in the Ebel 1911, some Daniel Roth pieces, of course the Rolex 16520, Concord, Parmigiani, etc.
P4GTR Posted January 26, 2011 Report Posted January 26, 2011 Ubi, both watches in your sig are powered by el primero? I understand its requirement for subdial spacing, but I dont understand how the movement works in both with the different pusher locations on the case. What am I missing?
Mickey Padge Posted January 26, 2011 Author Report Posted January 26, 2011 Thanks for the info guys! I wish I could stretch to over three grand, but I am looking at less than that I have seen Tag Monza watches that look nice, and the Tag link, but can't find them for sale anywhere..... I have a budget of £2000 max
Defender110 Posted January 26, 2011 Report Posted January 26, 2011 all the latest Ebel 1911 use Ebel 137 In-house movement and not 134 El Primero Movement. Double check the movement as the chrono layout is the same. It does not have to be a BTR 1911 to use a 137. cheers
tomhorn Posted January 26, 2011 Report Posted January 26, 2011 (edited) Ubi, both watches in your sig are powered by el primero? I understand its requirement for subdial spacing, but I dont understand how the movement works in both with the different pusher locations on the case. What am I missing? Both watches are not powered by an El Primero ... the Daytona is a Valjoux 72 based watch (Rolex 727). The EP400's have always seemed to be the least expensive in Movado's when I have been looking for them. And Defender is correct, you have to be careful to get the proper movement in the Ebels. Edited January 26, 2011 by tomhorn
ubiquitous Posted January 26, 2011 Report Posted January 26, 2011 tomhorn is correct; the 16520 is EP 400 powered: The 6265 is V72 powered:
P4GTR Posted January 26, 2011 Report Posted January 26, 2011 Got it. Thanks Tom, and thanks ubi for the visuals. By the way, I've been wearing my coveted Ubi Nardin for almost an entire week (I usually switch quite often throughout the week). If the mailman is good to me tomorrow, the cycle might finally get broken. /thread jacking- sorry MP!
Mickey Padge Posted January 26, 2011 Author Report Posted January 26, 2011 No problem, you can redeem yourself by finiding me an El Primero watch to buy, get searching!
ubiquitous Posted January 26, 2011 Report Posted January 26, 2011 I dunno how you feel about vintage, but I love these: ZENITH-EL-PRIMERO-1971-VERY-LIMITED-GREAT-CONDITION MOVADO-ZENITH-EARLY-EL-PRIMERO-CHRONOGRAPH-BIG-BLUE As a side note- Holy bajeebees! I used this particular Movado/EP 3019 to build my (now watchmeister's) 16520! Datron $4300?! I think I paid $1200 for mine...
Mickey Padge Posted January 26, 2011 Author Report Posted January 26, 2011 Thanks for the links, I saw those I really would like a more modern watch I feel, I had a phase where I loved the vintage style watches, but something changed, and now they don't really do anything for me? Not sure why..... I will keep looking
Mickey Padge Posted January 26, 2011 Author Report Posted January 26, 2011 Trying to find this model: Link Calibre 36 Chronometer CT511A.BA0564 In either new or pre-owned, but it seems impossible! I guess people don't like to sell this model..... The Monza looks nice too
dvn Posted January 27, 2011 Report Posted January 27, 2011 Trying to find this model: Link Calibre 36 Chronometer CT511A.BA0564 In either new or pre-owned, but it seems impossible! I guess people don't like to sell this model..... The Monza looks nice too Here is the white dial just listed on TZ: http://forums.timezone.com/index.php?t=tree&goto=5490671&rid=0
lhooq Posted January 27, 2011 Report Posted January 27, 2011 I've always liked the TAG-Heuer Monza--even more than the old Heuer Monza! Looks great with a black dial.
ubiquitous Posted January 27, 2011 Report Posted January 27, 2011 Here is the white dial just listed on TZ: http://forums.timezone.com/index.php?t=tree&goto=5490671&rid=0 Wow- Decent price on that one!
Mickey Padge Posted January 27, 2011 Author Report Posted January 27, 2011 Thanks for the link, I will send him a message
HauteHippie Posted January 27, 2011 Report Posted January 27, 2011 Instead of the Link, try this one on for size:
By-Tor Posted January 27, 2011 Report Posted January 27, 2011 Calibre 36 is pretty damn nice. Greatest Link out there. I wouldn't mind owning one, either. I really like Chief's suggestion too. Flyback Rainbow is great. I'm a big Ebel 1911 fan so I'd probably buy this:
Mickey Padge Posted January 27, 2011 Author Report Posted January 27, 2011 That flyback does look sweet, I bet they are pricey though?
iceberg1459 Posted January 27, 2011 Report Posted January 27, 2011 Thanks for the link, I will send him a message [/quote i had the same watch for few years until i sold it, had bought it new for 2,5keur at ad, half price. its a very nice watch, better than usual tag heuer quality, but i think u could possibly find for cheaper than that timezone seller.(if i remember right, they were going for less in ebay)
Mickey Padge Posted January 27, 2011 Author Report Posted January 27, 2011 I wish I could find one cheaper, but there are simply none anywhere for sale! I have looked over ebay frequently....
ubiquitous Posted January 27, 2011 Report Posted January 27, 2011 Zenith Rainbows are quite possibly one of the best values for the money... In house caliber, great looks and within reasonable cost (especially for pre-owned). Rainbow Flyback The watch in the URL is the same as the one chief posted (unfortunately, already sold, but a good example of what to look for).
flex Posted January 27, 2011 Report Posted January 27, 2011 Ebel 1911 is a good choice. I agree with By-Tor on this. cant go wrong with any of the EP powered watch.
tomhorn Posted January 27, 2011 Report Posted January 27, 2011 (edited) One other place to look for the Zenith/Tag watches is when LVMH does their Friends and Family Sale. Edited January 27, 2011 by tomhorn
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