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Post by earthphase on Apr 29, 2016 6:01:00 GMT -8
Finally got to handle the new ones. You all know how us watch geeks make split second first impressions when we handle something new, and my first impression was really blown away. I didn't expect to really see that big of a difference between my SKXs and these new ones - but did, big time. I felt that the fit, finish, and presence was a step up from the SKXs. I can't wait to get one.
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Post by HiBeat on Apr 29, 2016 7:20:03 GMT -8
Right on brother. Night & Day.
4R vs 7S movement. Next step up in fit and finish. Polymer used for the rubber strap. Buckle design and execution.
Sadly I choose my SRP777 over my SKX every time.
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Post by Groundhog66 on Apr 29, 2016 8:24:01 GMT -8
You guys are gonna talk me into buying one, aren't you.  |
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Post by trandy on Apr 29, 2016 8:57:17 GMT -8
You guys are gonna talk me into buying one, aren't you. LOL  |
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Post by C4L18R3 on Apr 29, 2016 18:23:53 GMT -8
I agree. I've been window shopping and trying them on a few times now, the fact that they are reissues, the new movement, fit and finish and that nice rubber strap, keeper and buckle combo. I am missing an SKX in the collection now but between it and the new SRP777 I am very much inclined to get the reissue.
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Post by Adrian-VTA on May 1, 2016 0:25:14 GMT -8
I agree. I've been window shopping and trying them on a few times now, the fact that they are reissues, the new movement, fit and finish and that nice rubber strap, keeper and buckle combo. I am missing an SKX in the collection now but between it and the new SRP777 I am very much inclined to get the reissue. Not to mention it will retain resale value a lot better than the SKX. |
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Post by longbike on May 5, 2016 20:47:49 GMT -8
Aloha ,
Just a thought for ......... Performance Purposes.
Will the new ..... " 4R Movement fit ", the old .... 6309 7040 case's ??
If so what has to be done to do it ?
Aloha Louis |
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Adrian-VTA
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Post by Adrian-VTA on May 5, 2016 23:56:41 GMT -8
Louis - The crown position is off, so you get a wonky day/date. Besides that it's technically possible with the right spacer rings etc, except that in addition to that, the dial lugs don't line up, so you'll need to stick the dial to the movement with dial dots or some other Loy style technique. Aloha ,
Just a thought for ......... Performance Purposes.
Will the new ..... " 4R Movement fit ", the old .... 6309 7040 case's ??
If so what has to be done to do it ?
Aloha Louis |
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Post by iwaddell on May 6, 2016 3:36:35 GMT -8
I got to test driv the SRP775 the other month. And can confirm just like others that it's a great watch on the wrist.  The SRP777 is my favourite version of it though. Soon, (maybe) very soon  |
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Post by longbike on May 6, 2016 8:51:17 GMT -8
Louis - The crown position is off, so you get a wonky day/date. Besides that it's technically possible with the right spacer rings etc, except that in addition to that, the dial lugs don't line up, so you'll need to stick the dial to the movement with dial dots or some other Loy style technique. Aloha ,
Just a thought for ......... Performance Purposes.
Will the new ..... " 4R Movement fit ", the old .... 6309 7040 case's ??
If so what has to be done to do it ?
Aloha Louis Aloha Sir, Thanks Adrian and thanks for the information. I will make a note of this. Might check into one in the future.... Aloha Louis. |
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