lanikai Posted May 6, 2008 Report Share Posted May 6, 2008 Ebel ....... Due to the Zenith El Primero movement in the genuine and the configuration of the dial and the size the maker found it problematic to copy the genuine exactly.. unlike the Chopard which uses the Swiss 7750 movement.. so I really thought it redundant to give a full write up other than to say the timepiece is stunning .. i have never seen anyone wearing an Ebel.. let alone heard of it before this.. so ignorance is bliss.. unless you plan on wearing to a watch convention .. I think it would be safe on the streets.. the quality is outstanding.. if it werent for the dial.. well .. weight.. left jab with this on and .. better than a roll of quarters... the rotor is nicely engraved .. well done.. the bridges seem to be engraved .. although machined .. very nice.. the crown and pushers tips are rubber.. the movement itself appears well serviced for out of the box.. but we'll see.. the bracelet looks linked but it does have screws.. be careful those end pieces do attach separatey.. but just screw out and reconnect.. I leave the intense reviews to Bytor... Pugs... Pix,..chrgod...... andrew (may not be his cup o tea though) ,.. and toad t. hope you enjoy the pics.. there are tons of details I left out.. bottom line .. you won't be dissapointed with this one.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
By-Tor Posted May 6, 2008 Report Share Posted May 6, 2008 Wow! That's it... I'm getting one! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
italiano17771 Posted May 6, 2008 Report Share Posted May 6, 2008 looks great lani! congrats on the new toy. 2 quick questions... -how is the quality of the bracelet? it looks as if the clasp is just a pull-to-open clasp. or is there a hidden button to release? -also, was wondering about the AR...is it like the blackbird AR...looks blue most of the time. or would you say its better than the bb. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
By-Tor Posted May 6, 2008 Report Share Posted May 6, 2008 Ebels have hidden clasps... no push buttons. You just pull it out/open and in/close... it's in "two parts"... very nice. PS: The gen 1911 chronos doesn't use El Primero anymore. These new ones have Ebel inhouse movements. PS2: "L" on EBEL rotor looks misaligned. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ztech Posted May 6, 2008 Report Share Posted May 6, 2008 Wow great pics and write up lani! Enjoy and thanks. P.S. How is the lume on this watch? Anything near the quality of the Graham CF's? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
By-Tor Posted May 6, 2008 Report Share Posted May 6, 2008 Favor Flav owns the gen. Even the gen has very weak lume, because there are so few luminous areas on the dial and hands. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest carlsbadrolex Posted May 6, 2008 Report Share Posted May 6, 2008 Lani, absolutely stunning watch! Regardless of what flaws you might find after doing your research, the fit and finish seems top notch and I would not think twice that it were a replica! It is watches like this that I am beginning to gather... Its not a Rolex, Breitling or Panarai and MUCH FEWER people would ever consider calling you out for wearing it. Outstanding choice!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ztech Posted May 6, 2008 Report Share Posted May 6, 2008 Thanks By-Tor. @carlsbadrolex: I think I'm beginning to go down that same path as you are with regards to reps. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
By-Tor Posted May 6, 2008 Report Share Posted May 6, 2008 I briefly owned a quartz version of this rep, which, of course, can't be compared to gen, or even this 7750 rep... but it was fairly nice anyway. However, here's a pic of the Ebel hidden clasp. Maybe the pic explains how it operates. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sailinjack Posted May 6, 2008 Report Share Posted May 6, 2008 Great looking watch Lani. Crisp pics. Enjoy and wear it in good health! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lanikai Posted May 6, 2008 Author Report Share Posted May 6, 2008 looks great lani! congrats on the new toy. 2 quick questions... -how is the quality of the bracelet? it looks as if the clasp is just a pull-to-open clasp. or is there a hidden button to release? -also, was wondering about the AR...is it like the blackbird AR...looks blue most of the time. or would you say its better than the bb. the bracelet is outstanding !!! patience with the screw so as not to disfigure the heads....finish is great.. satin all the way... no buttons just friction holding it together.. AR is very well done .. not anything close to CT's but take a look at the outdoor pics.. that is in direct sunlight.... it looks like the genuine PO indoors.. the lighting in the box was bouncing all over..not one of my good day's.. gotta eat more after gym.. hyperglycemic.. g Ztech Posted Today, 06:33 PM Wow great pics and write up lani! Enjoy and thanks. P.S. How is the lume on this watch? Anything near the quality of the Graham CF's? thanks Z.. the lume is pretty much as good as it can get .. very thin lume areas.. not a strong point because of this.. carlsbadrolex Posted Today, 06:38 PM Its not a Rolex, Breitling or Panarai and MUCH FEWER people would ever consider calling you out for wearing it. Outstanding choice!!! Quite right T... spot on about the quality.. .... not a heavily known brand... and I went with the maker .. like I do all the reps now day's.. thank you for the kind words.. I kind of like this type of Q&A better.. Bytor can be the RWG analyst.. play by play guy.. Monday Night football watch out..(pun intended) By-Tor Posted Today, 06:30 PM PS2: "L" on EBEL rotor looks misaligned. actually that may be the lighting.. it looks OK when i bring it horizontal to my eye's.. or my eyes could be slanted... eh,.. they are... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KB Posted May 6, 2008 Report Share Posted May 6, 2008 I thought these looked good one the black with yellow stitch straps but there is something about that bracelet that really makes the watch special. Beautiful watch and great pic's Lani, wear it in good health. Ken Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pix Posted May 6, 2008 Report Share Posted May 6, 2008 Thx for sharing Lani Your pictures are excellent too ! I cannot make up my mind regarding the bracelet, as the watch looks great on leather and constrast stitching too. Only bad point is that leather on reps is usually of poor quality... Did you see this 1911 BTR model ? Look at the dial. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corgi Posted May 6, 2008 Report Share Posted May 6, 2008 Definitely not my style but I think it suits you well lanikai. (Though I still like your Chopard GTXXL more!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robertk Posted May 6, 2008 Report Share Posted May 6, 2008 Beautiful watch! Beautiful pics! what a great rep. Flaws aside (who'll know) it has a tremendous presence. I love the bracelet. Congratulations and wear it well. By-Tor, can't wait for your review. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lanikai Posted May 6, 2008 Author Report Share Posted May 6, 2008 Thx for sharing Lani Your pictures are excellent too ! I cannot make up my mind regarding the bracelet, as the watch looks great on leather and constrast stitching too. Only bad point is that leather on reps is usually of poor quality... Did you see this 1911 BTR model ? Look at the dial. Thank you Pix, One really has to be centered to do a good review.. and with the way things are this week.. sheesh.. plus I read bytor wanted to review this one .. so more power to RWG.. I'm still learning the Nikon and the lighting.. with Maunual settings.. I remember seeing pics of the model you posted .... I'm not concerned with it though as it is not a widely known brand .. I have not seen one live in person yet.. and I would definately go with the bracelet.. this is one of main reasons I got it.. the rubber bezel with the nylon strap looks really good ! I would definately get the bracelet version and if needed get a strap made later Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
By-Tor Posted May 6, 2008 Report Share Posted May 6, 2008 @Lani: I'd love to see a review from you. And besides, even if I buy it and review it... so what? The more the merrier. PS: This is the exact model I'm going to get as well. I'm not even sure if the red hands version is available with bracelet at all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lanikai Posted May 7, 2008 Author Report Share Posted May 7, 2008 @Lani: I'd love to see a review from you. And besides, even if I buy it and review it... so what? The more the merrier. PS: This is the exact model I'm going to get as well. I'm not even sure if the red hands version is available with bracelet at all. Thanks BT... but it's been a long time since you've had the "Passion" for a timepiece until the Ebel.. besides my focus is on getting the reps in on the Nikon.. so your review will be something to look forward to fo sure !!! the red needle with the rubber bezel IMO does not flow with the ss bracelet ... that's the reason I went with the yellow ss bezel.... that bracelet makes it happen!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ubiquitous Posted May 11, 2008 Report Share Posted May 11, 2008 Nice watch, Lani! With the bracelet, that thing looks like it weighs in at more than a pound. Some heavy metal there... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
By-Tor Posted March 13, 2009 Report Share Posted March 13, 2009 Bump to this old thread. I keep coming back to this model. I know it has flaws but so what! I think I need a BTR. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DemonSlayer Posted March 13, 2009 Report Share Posted March 13, 2009 I don't blame you BT. I had practically forgotten about this watch, but looking at these stunning pics is making me how nice it would be to have one also Damn Lani, you really need to tone down on these pics you take, they're not good for my bank balance! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
By-Tor Posted March 13, 2009 Report Share Posted March 13, 2009 I don't mind the subdial spacing at all. It was obvious that they can't do it right (as the gen sports a expensive inhouse movement). But it's a shame they didn't replicate the BTR rotor. I don't care about it being a "flaw" but that rotor is one of the main draws on this watch. Here's the gen. But anyway... I still want this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lanikai Posted March 14, 2009 Author Report Share Posted March 14, 2009 I don't blame you BT. I had practically forgotten about this watch, but looking at these stunning pics is making me how nice it would be to have one also Damn Lani, you really need to tone down on these pics you take, they're not good for my bank balance! wow... this was over a year ago.. where did the time go Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hackR Posted March 18, 2009 Report Share Posted March 18, 2009 I own two Ebel 1911 BTR's -- both in quartz...these can be bought for between $65-$100usd -- depending on your source... The biggest difference I see between the quartz and automatic versions is how the ss bracelet attaches...on the quartz, it's attached via the usual spring pins...on the automatic, it's attached via screws...you can see the difference by looking at Lani's pix and By-Tor's pix... @By-Tor --> is the ss bracelet the same between the quartz and automatic versions? My two versions below...I am attaching some pix of the black dial quartz version...I haven't taken pix of the white dial, yet...Please note, I don't have nearly the photog prowess of Lani... 1) Black rubber bezel, black rubber pushers/crown heads, black dial, red hands, ss bracelet 2) Polished SS bezel, polished ss pushers/crown heads (no rubber), white dial, yellow hands, ss bracelet Of the two, i find the white dial striking...i love the black dial, too...IMO, the black dial needs the black rubber bezel...i just think it adds a level of uniformity to the look, with the bezel, dial, pushers being all black... enjoy - R Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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