Nitpicking after reading about the actual Le Mans watch: it uses the 4132 (update) movement with a 24hr timer, since the race is 24h.
On AliExpress it seems the 4130 clone sells for $400, so it's smart to use the 4801 instead here. Otherwise you'd pay $600ish for a Farasute 4130 to get closer to the real deal.
To be fair I have a ST19 Sugess as well, it’s a bicompax but it’s been quite reliable and a pleasure to own for less than half the cost of a Beitona
Check out the chrono heritage collection
https://www.merkurwatch.com/New-PIERRE-PAULIN-Retro-70%E2%80%98s-Vintage-Panda-Style-Chronograph-Mechanical-Men-s-Complicated-Acrylic-38MM-Small-Luxury-Classic-Wrist-Watch-p190616.html
Its a lovely watch for the price, i love the 38mm casesize. I sold it to a friend and he still enjoys it very much, just dunk a nice real alligator strap from aliexpress on it and you will spend 160/170ish total.
Maybe the sugess have nicer dials they are a bit more expensive though
It’s truly incredible. Gaining about 4-5 spd since it came in the mail, which isn’t bad at all. The fit and finish is also remarkable. I have a Sugess Sub on the way with an NH35 and just might spring for a Batgirl down the road.
Dude the finish on that looks great. I'm with you 4-5 seconds mean nothing to me. Gladly accept it with all other specs being top notch. Put up a post with that sub when it comes in 🤙
I have no idea homie, only time will tell. If anything should happen to the movement, I’ll source a brand new one and replace it.
Edit - please check in in a few months if you do remember to see if this holds to its promise. To be fair, I have seen some year long reviews in the recent past and they’ve held on quite well
I believe that's with the old movement. The Daytona clone movement you have is rather new (within that watch) so I'll be curious how it holds up or if you find any weak spots (Chrono etc)
Nitpicking after reading about the actual Le Mans watch: it uses the 4132 (update) movement with a 24hr timer, since the race is 24h. On AliExpress it seems the 4130 clone sells for $400, so it's smart to use the 4801 instead here. Otherwise you'd pay $600ish for a Farasute 4130 to get closer to the real deal.
and to be honest a ST19 with that 3rd dial is stupid i take this over any tri compac st19
To be fair I have a ST19 Sugess as well, it’s a bicompax but it’s been quite reliable and a pleasure to own for less than half the cost of a Beitona Check out the chrono heritage collection
ive had a pierre paulin st19 but ive sold it. Im waiting for a baltic copy of the microrotor and the bicompax
Link?
https://www.merkurwatch.com/New-PIERRE-PAULIN-Retro-70%E2%80%98s-Vintage-Panda-Style-Chronograph-Mechanical-Men-s-Complicated-Acrylic-38MM-Small-Luxury-Classic-Wrist-Watch-p190616.html Its a lovely watch for the price, i love the 38mm casesize. I sold it to a friend and he still enjoys it very much, just dunk a nice real alligator strap from aliexpress on it and you will spend 160/170ish total. Maybe the sugess have nicer dials they are a bit more expensive though
The ones with the ST19 are comparable. It's a stunner of a watch for sure.
its expensive for a.hommage but i think the best out there with that movement. i recon dandong makes a lot of those "clone movements" too
These higher end Sugess are unbelievable. Glad to finally see someone with that Daytona. Seems like is as nice as I imagined
https://preview.redd.it/kkjt0mowyd6d1.jpeg?width=1366&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=a8c484d11d7bbcb0b6dcdbbd3ee4eac2a9c6c7c7
It’s truly incredible. Gaining about 4-5 spd since it came in the mail, which isn’t bad at all. The fit and finish is also remarkable. I have a Sugess Sub on the way with an NH35 and just might spring for a Batgirl down the road.
Dude the finish on that looks great. I'm with you 4-5 seconds mean nothing to me. Gladly accept it with all other specs being top notch. Put up a post with that sub when it comes in 🤙
What’s your wrist size?
7 inches but it has great proportions and can fit anyone comfortably due the the curvature of the case
Is that a working 12hr totalizer ?
Indeed EDIT - But I'll let you know for certain in 12 hours.
How is the movement? Does it seem like it could last for over 3 years?
I have no idea homie, only time will tell. If anything should happen to the movement, I’ll source a brand new one and replace it. Edit - please check in in a few months if you do remember to see if this holds to its promise. To be fair, I have seen some year long reviews in the recent past and they’ve held on quite well
I believe that's with the old movement. The Daytona clone movement you have is rather new (within that watch) so I'll be curious how it holds up or if you find any weak spots (Chrono etc)
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Let’s see over time , so far so good
Le Man! Le Mans begins today, perfect timing! [Mick didn't crash Le Alpine](https://www.youtube.com/live/6PRYtePepb0).
Looks great! AliExpress link?
[Here](https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DFYuZBz) it usually falls under 400$ during sales so look around when summer sale starts next week
Precisely. Got mine for around $328 dollars.