Adeodatus Posted January 31, 2012 Report Share Posted January 31, 2012 Hi there, I'm looking for a good OOB chronograph to add to my small, microscopic even, collection. I'm looking for something that will not need any obvious mods and has a reliable movement. Currently Ebel 1911 is high on my list , as well as the Radiomir 288K, which is almost the only Panerai I like (I'm not sure what I like about - the design or the fact that it's an accurate rep), but I'm seeking advise as to what is considered to be a good chronograph from the latest dealer's models range. Any advise will be highly appreciated Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maxman Posted January 31, 2012 Report Share Posted January 31, 2012 There are some very good and accurate chronographs available. Most of my collection is made up from a7750 chrono movements. Here are a few that come to mind. Tag Aqua 500...and IWC Cousteau diver. The Ebel is a fine choice btw. Maybe you can give us a Idea about size and style...for example..we know you really dont care for Panerais. Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adeodatus Posted January 31, 2012 Author Report Share Posted January 31, 2012 Thanks Mike, The Aqua does look very good. I'm looking for something less flashy. I think I like dressy chronos more, if you know what I mean. I would consider a Panerai, but there are so many versions, frankly, I feel a bit lost. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maxman Posted January 31, 2012 Report Share Posted January 31, 2012 I just orderd the 187...dont know if It's your style really. I will look around for some dressy type chronographs and post some suggestions. Hopefully other members will do the same. 187 below. The Cartier Santos is a very classy watch imho..the one below has the A7753 movement...as does the 187...no resessed DW. quite nice actually. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adeodatus Posted February 1, 2012 Author Report Share Posted February 1, 2012 Thanks for helping me out, Mike. As a rule of thumb I have to disregard all sec @6 and sec @12, If I wanted a quality rep movement, right? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maxman Posted February 1, 2012 Report Share Posted February 1, 2012 No problem Adeodatus..I think It's a good idea to avoid running secs @ 6 & 12... they have been known to be problematic. Here's another classy watch you might like...the Flying B Is not cheep....but It is a outstanding replication. This is on my 2012 list of must haves. I just love the big date @ the 12.....sweet watch. Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fischyyy Posted February 1, 2012 Report Share Posted February 1, 2012 Very accurate Rep, but also very flashy. Not my favorite. What about a Rolex Daytona? It has the secs @6, but with a bit of maintenance you should be fine for a year at least. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kal Vilmer Posted March 4, 2012 Report Share Posted March 4, 2012 For dressy: Carrera Chrono Racing (red seconds hour) or the Silver version http://www.marvellousreplica.com/products_detail.php?ProId=1119 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adeodatus Posted March 4, 2012 Author Report Share Posted March 4, 2012 For dressy: Carrera Chrono Racing (red seconds hour) or the Silver version http://www.marvellou....php?ProId=1119 Thanks Kal, the Carrera does look nice. A really good option indeed, especially with the white dial. Reminds me of Ebel. I'm actually going for the 288. It kinda grew on me and in any case I wanted one bulky watch. Tried it at the AD shop and liked it a lot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FxrAndy Posted March 4, 2012 Report Share Posted March 4, 2012 what about an IWC 3717? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cougar1 Posted March 4, 2012 Report Share Posted March 4, 2012 let us know how the 288 goes, or how you find it from a comfort level wearing it, not a pam fan much here either, but that and one or two others I like. Yeah I would've said IWC 3717, with a couple of mods it can look amazing but is great otb anyway. some others would be the 3714 or the Lange datograph is pretty sweet, also of course the ebel 1911 as you suggested. The cheap tudor heritage chrono is not bad at all either, and the tag carreras can be pretty good. The maxi marine is another good one. Ok i'll stop Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adeodatus Posted March 4, 2012 Author Report Share Posted March 4, 2012 Can't believe I forgot about the 3717. Definitely one of the best. It's not one of my favorites, from the design point of view, but it's so popular and very accurate. Thanks Andy. let us know how the 288 goes, or how you find it from a comfort level wearing it, not a pam fan much here either, but that and one or two others I like. Yeah I would've said IWC 3717, with a couple of mods it can look amazing but is great otb anyway. some others would be the 3714 or the Lange datograph is pretty sweet, also of course the ebel 1911 as you suggested. The cheap tudor heritage chrono is not bad at all either, and the tag carreras can be pretty good. The maxi marine is another good one. Ok i'll stop Lange Datograph? Really? I'd definitely consider it. Wish I knew that before I ordered the 288. Not much of a Panerai aficionado, so I'm not raising my hopes too high in respect of keeping it, but you never know and the watch I saw at AD's looked and felt wonderful. I just wish the rep would be of the same quality. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chrischy Posted March 4, 2012 Report Share Posted March 4, 2012 The 288 has great quality! One of the best Reps ever! You will not regret it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cougar1 Posted March 4, 2012 Report Share Posted March 4, 2012 The Lange Datograph looks a seriously nice rep, even though the gen is 100K or so, there's bound to be some differences but still a lovely made rep! A few different versions available, steel casing and black dials etc, but I believe the rose gold version is probably the most striking! Pics robbed from Silverspeed review over on the geek! http://www.repgeek.com/showthread.php?t=113599 I don't think you will regret the 288 either, seems to exceptionally well done! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
calatrava Posted March 4, 2012 Report Share Posted March 4, 2012 Some options based on the Seagull ST19 manual-wind column-wheel chronograph, often inaccurately described as a Lemania chronograph movement. It uses the original machinery used to build the Venus 175 movement. A. Lange & Sohne Datograph Rolex Paul Newman Daytona Patek Philiipe Moonphase chronograph Vacheron Constantin Patrimony chronograph Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cougar1 Posted March 4, 2012 Report Share Posted March 4, 2012 Nice, Love the Patrimony Chrono! Is that getting harder to find these days or are they still readily available? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
calatrava Posted March 5, 2012 Report Share Posted March 5, 2012 Nice, Love the Patrimony Chrono! Is that getting harder to find these days or are they still readily available? I've got a feeling they're a bit harder to find. Marvellous Replica used to have them, but it's currently listed at $8888 (was $218 before), so that might indicate that it's out of stock on their website. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vandal.tbh Posted March 12, 2012 Report Share Posted March 12, 2012 The Lange Datograph looks a seriously nice rep, even though the gen is 100K or so, there's bound to be some differences but still a lovely made rep! A few different versions available, steel casing and black dials etc, but I believe the rose gold version is probably the most striking! Pics robbed from Silverspeed review over on the geek! http://www.repgeek.com/showthread.php?t=113599 I don't think you will regret the 288 either, seems to exceptionally well done! Wow, that's beautiful. I was trying not to buy another rep for a while. Thanks a lot Cougar! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cougar1 Posted April 3, 2012 Report Share Posted April 3, 2012 Wow, that's beautiful. I was trying not to buy another rep for a while. Thanks a lot Cougar! Hehe, yeah sorry, I haven't got that rep, but I can't seem to get away from it lately, it's getting rave reviews and all that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slask111 Posted April 10, 2012 Report Share Posted April 10, 2012 ebel 1911. Just the best. Love mine, daily beater. Noone asks "is it real" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
genoint Posted April 10, 2012 Report Share Posted April 10, 2012 I thought the Ebel 1911 Discovery was not available anymore in rep version. You can by the Gen for around $1500 though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
panerai153 Posted April 17, 2012 Report Share Posted April 17, 2012 I just got in a Lange Datograph. I would have to say it's a very, very nice rep.It comes on an Alligator grain strap that is quite nice. I have a genuine gator that's a little lighter brown that I'm going to put it on. haven't had a chance to get any photos, but will try tonight. So far accuracy is <5 sec. per 24 hours.Have no idea as to water resistance, but I wouldn't count on it being very tight! If you are looking for a nice dressy white dial chrono, I would give this one a look. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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