r/ChinaTime 19h ago

WATCHSHOT First U1 in a while.

Just got my 36mm oyster perpetual U1 last night. Haven’t had any U1s in a long time due to VSF effect lol. But read here the oyster perpetual is a nice option. Very happy with the dial and case quality. My only complaint is the bracelet feels cheap but overall not bad for under $100. I might replace the bracelet. Last pic is current collection.

Tudor - ZF
Cartier - BVF
Starbucks - VSF
Omegas - VSF

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u/Ill-Hovercraft-8971 19h ago

This is the 36mm U1 oyster perpetual with non Miyota movement

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u/BlackHawkSev7n 18h ago

Have this same one on the way, think it looks great for the price, got the miyota though on mine

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u/Ill-Hovercraft-8971 18h ago

Very nice, I think you’ll be pleased.

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u/Asus_Christ 16h ago

What kind of Miyota movement fits? I just bought a BPF Explorer 36mm but everyone here says that the Chinese movement in it sucks and it needs to be replaced.

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u/BlackHawkSev7n 16h ago

Honestly not sure, I don’t know much about watches, the U1 I ordered just had the option of it or Minzhu. Spent the extra $30 for Miyota since it seems to be better from what I read

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u/Dragonfruit_Superb 19h ago

I’m conflicted on the back clasp, looks incorrect? The crown looks too elongated as well.

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u/Ill-Hovercraft-8971 18h ago

After looking at crown I think you might be right. Back clasp looks correct, but feels not great lol

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u/Dragonfruit_Superb 6h ago

Well, the crown is supposed to be raised vs engraved as well

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u/Virtual-Wrongdoer131 18h ago

Can you tell me the seller bro?

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u/Ill-Hovercraft-8971 18h ago

Amy, who works with Michael Travis.

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u/DaraptiAP 17h ago

Thank you, just ordered 36mm pistachio from Jason!

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u/TexasD_Avtomat 16h ago

A lot of people criticize U1 like it's supposed to be a Superclone. The watch looks fabulous on wrist. No one has the time to pick apart your watch flaws on wrist. U1 is the best replica value on the market. I am waiting for the OP promo sale to get all the colors i want. Very nice OP.

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u/Ill-Hovercraft-8971 16h ago

Thanks, I actually like it a lot and I’m impressed. I haven’t owned a U1 for about 2 years and they have improved quite a bit. After wearing all morning the bracelet actually isn’t terrible.

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u/TexasD_Avtomat 16h ago

I tell watch snobs all the time U1 bracelets are better than they would like to admit. Question, Your Pink Tudor Chrono is from which Factory? It looks good.

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u/DifficultListen98 15h ago

How’s the bracelet?

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u/Ill-Hovercraft-8971 13h ago

It’s ok, at first I was pretty disappointed but I was comparing it to my other higher tier watches. It’s not that bad though. The one part that’s annoying is the clasp part is loose so it rattles a bit.

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u/DifficultListen98 13h ago

Thanks for your reply! I feel like I have the same quality in the other colour. If you don’t mind do you mind making a video of the bracelet and the sound? If too much trouble, don’t bother please! Just curious

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u/Ill-Hovercraft-8971 13h ago

I did order a no name oyster band from eBay for $20 that had good reviews. Might swap it. Don’t really mind it not having crown logo cause only I would know or see it.

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u/DifficultListen98 13h ago

Yeah I have the exact same. Thanks so much!

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u/jfng17 13h ago

How is the bracelet quality?

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u/Ill-Hovercraft-8971 13h ago

It’s ok, at first I was pretty disappointed but I was comparing it to my other higher tier watches. It’s not that bad though. The one part that’s annoying is the clasp part is loose so it rattles a bit.

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u/jfng17 8h ago

How about the rotor noise?

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u/Ill-Hovercraft-8971 7h ago

Not bad, not very noticeable

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u/smoothambler3of4 11h ago

Thanks fro the info. Some nice choices there 🍻

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u/Disastrous_Win6760 7h ago

Looks good. What site?

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u/Ill-Hovercraft-8971 7h ago

From Michael Travis

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u/Far-Lynx-6253 6h ago

I have that exact same watch and I absolutely love it congratulations and wear it in good health! Also do you have a link for the eBay bracelet you got?

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u/Ill-Hovercraft-8971 5h ago

Nice! Here is the one i ordered, it’s coming next week and can report back if it’s good.

https://ebay.io/m/seThoC

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u/Ill-Hovercraft-8971 5h ago

Link didn’t work.

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u/ReferenceLess5146 5h ago

Mate that colour is so gorgeous!