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I just got mine back from the Trusted watchsmith yesterday. I really like the peace of mind having Gen balance, balance wheel, pallet forks, escape wheel, and barrel has given me. I knew the original design was the way to go. I just didn’t know how much better it would be. I appreciate hearing from someone who knows about this stuff. I definitely think it’s worth doing and I ordered a 124060 vsf no date that’s going to get the same treatment.Ofc performance is greater with a gen balance bro. It's the engine of the movement. If you built a replica kit car would you want it to have a KIA or Ferrari engine?
These stock balances go for about $30 on Ali Express. @interaktiv has 3 gen ones currently for sale at $800 apiece. Such an upgrade is usually reserved for the best basic movements (DD, VS) in a Franken watch though.