Good morning-
I have recently purchased and EWF 126613 as the title states. Its a beautiful watch and I love wearing it however it sounds like things are loose inside when I jiggle the watch. Its currently running fine without issue however I fear that longevity could be an issue.
I have come to learn that it has a cheap-o decorated Chinese 21J movement that is unlikely to be serviced by anybody. I am wanting to swap it out so I can have a serviceable watch moving forward.
I am interested in swapping the movement out for something more reliable and have been doing some research here but have a couple questions I haven't found answers for. I understand swapping a movement isn't horribly complex with the right tools of which I have. Also while I have it open I can properly grease all O-rings to help with waterproofing.
First question is where is the best place to source a movement? I understand from the sticky here, that the best purchase would be a conventional Asian clone 2824. I have seen names like Seagull and Sellita come up but prices are all over the place on eBay or DHGate ranging from $30-$250+. I would greatly appreciate some guidance on the best place or brand I should be looking at.
My next question is around the date wheel. Once I have a new movement, would I be able to use the date wheel currently in my watch? The printing is crisp and well placed within the date window. From teardowns I have seen I believe this can be done but would like to confirm.
If there is anything else I should consider but haven't mentioned here I am all ears.
I appreciate the help!!
I have recently purchased and EWF 126613 as the title states. Its a beautiful watch and I love wearing it however it sounds like things are loose inside when I jiggle the watch. Its currently running fine without issue however I fear that longevity could be an issue.
I have come to learn that it has a cheap-o decorated Chinese 21J movement that is unlikely to be serviced by anybody. I am wanting to swap it out so I can have a serviceable watch moving forward.
I am interested in swapping the movement out for something more reliable and have been doing some research here but have a couple questions I haven't found answers for. I understand swapping a movement isn't horribly complex with the right tools of which I have. Also while I have it open I can properly grease all O-rings to help with waterproofing.
First question is where is the best place to source a movement? I understand from the sticky here, that the best purchase would be a conventional Asian clone 2824. I have seen names like Seagull and Sellita come up but prices are all over the place on eBay or DHGate ranging from $30-$250+. I would greatly appreciate some guidance on the best place or brand I should be looking at.
My next question is around the date wheel. Once I have a new movement, would I be able to use the date wheel currently in my watch? The printing is crisp and well placed within the date window. From teardowns I have seen I believe this can be done but would like to confirm.
If there is anything else I should consider but haven't mentioned here I am all ears.
I appreciate the help!!