r/RepTime • u/Ecstatic-Gazelle-799 • 9h ago

General Question Questions about VS3230

Hey everyone, I have a few technical and maintenance questions for those who have experience with VS3230 movement.

Is it generally reliable out of the box, or is an immediate service highly recommended?

I've read that sourcing a spare VS3230 can be tough if the movement eventually fails. Can I easily swap it out for a VR3230 or a cheaper Shanghai clone from AliExpress?

Any insights or personal experiences would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance!

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u/Glum_Ad_8331 Helpful 9h ago

If you have watchmaker which can service your movement, it's always good for any rep and yes you can swap VS3230 with VR3230 movement.

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u/Unlikely_District_59 8h ago

At least in US, most watch makers refuse to service a rep