Hi Guys,
Would like to get some opinion from you all.
I am considering between ETA 2834 engine or Seiko Caliber 4R36 in my next purchase.
The ETA 2834 is installed in a Hamilton Khaki Scuba
RM15xx region
The Caliber 4R36 is installed in SRP313K1 Seiko New Monster
< RM 1000 region
Which will be a better choice in terms of technology and value for $$. Your advice is very much appreciated.
TQ
I guess the comparison which you seek to make is rather complicated. The movement of the watch (though very important) is only one of the many factors one considers when choosing the watch. Years ago, I was advised, never buy a watch
solely because you like the movement / the movement is great. You need to consider the entire package.
The comparison you seek to make will probably be more meaningful if you are comparing 2 watches which are exactly the same in all respects except that each has different movement. For example, a Zeno (explorer 1 homage) with a miyota movement vs. one with an ETA movement.
The ETA 2834 is a rather old and established movement. You find them in Titoni Cosmo Kings, Bulova, Pagol and many other "Rolex Day-Date homage watches". The movement is fairly accurate, 25J, runs at 28.8k bph with power reserve of approx 40hrs. I believe the seiko 4r36 is a rather new movement. But that should not be a worry as it carries the seiko name and warranty!!! The 4R36 has 24J, runs at a moderate 21.6k bph, power reserve is also approx 40 hrs like the older 7S26/7S36.
Overall, I'll go for the ETA 2834...
Hope the above helps....