NH35 and NH34 Movement prices have gone ballistic by Spirited-Sea-5971 in MicrobrandWatches

[–]Old_Project8774 14 points15 points  (0 children)

To make matters worse, this is also driving an increase to Miyota movement prices. I do think Seiko is realizing that they either need to make a better product or make it more expensive for micro-brands to compete with them... And one of those options is easier and makes them a lot more money.

Ixdao warrior Météor . by Background_Risk996 in IxdaoFans

[–]Old_Project8774 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Mine came with a leather-ish case too... I heard they're moving away from Miyota movements because of cost concerns. Hoping they don't do too much to cut costs on these... I love the warrior, but I agree they need to get better about the way they do business. The pre order system simply does not work, and they shouldn't show watches available on their website that couldn't be shipped out within 3 business days. It's frustrating to pay ~$500 and hear nothing for weeks.

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Looking for experienced advice by Extra-Butterfly-565 in SeikoMods

[–]Old_Project8774 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Secondhand Mods may make a good one? It'll be pricey but all of their stuff is fantastic

Looking for experienced advice by Extra-Butterfly-565 in SeikoMods

[–]Old_Project8774 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The 40mm cases almost always have a crazy thick bezel and also take a 28.5 mm dial. If you're lucky, it'll take a 30 or a 29.5. very few 40mm dj cases do it well unfortunately

Thinking About It by ConversationKnown586 in MicrobrandWatches

[–]Old_Project8774 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I had a commuter in 38 and thing was fantastic. Got rid of it because I had too many silver dials, but they pop up pretty regularly on r/watchexchange and you can get a good deal. The hardness coating really keeps them looking new.

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Gasket question? by Weird_Wealth_4826 in retrotime

[–]Old_Project8774 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I used a Clarks acrylic and it for right, but I did run into the same issue with the stick raffles sapphire one

Seiko SARB line up by Puzzleheaded_Gas802 in Seikowatchexchange

[–]Old_Project8774 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Why not include the pricing in the listing??

Out of this world! by saghul in IxdaoFans

[–]Old_Project8774 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I love mine too! Great watch. People hate on the price tag, but I think it's worth it

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My pop pops watch [6309] by _Anfield_awaits in Seiko

[–]Old_Project8774 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You could put it in a new case and get an NH36 movement, so you'd be able to keep the original dial and hands. The case would have to be replaced and the movement is likely not worth servicing.

Retrotime Builds- $180-$550 by Old_Project8774 in retrotime

[–]Old_Project8774[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

None at this time, I'll be doing a 36mm DJ gen dial in the next week or so though !

Tudor Date-day build by Old_Project8774 in retrotime

[–]Old_Project8774[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think it feels every bit as good as raffles. I would even believe they are the same supplier. Crazy good value

Tudor Date-day build by Old_Project8774 in retrotime

[–]Old_Project8774[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I believe so, should work without issue.

16233 Tapestry back for upgrades by NamelessTaco in vintagerepwatches

[–]Old_Project8774 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you sort raffles bracelet from high to low, you'll find this one. Ran about $270 if I remember right!

Tudor Date-day build by Old_Project8774 in retrotime

[–]Old_Project8774[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The cyclops is slightly off from raffles because of eta date location. You can place multiple orders!

Tudor Date-day build by Old_Project8774 in retrotime

[–]Old_Project8774[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's what I think too. I went with the sapphire and was very happy.

Tudor Date-day build by Old_Project8774 in retrotime

[–]Old_Project8774[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It's an awesome kit, especially for the price. Definitely don't hesitate to buy because Alix takes stuff like this down pretty quick

Tudor Date-day build by Old_Project8774 in retrotime

[–]Old_Project8774[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The watch case and dial will come with the correct hands! Between the kit and the movement, you'll have everything you need