Should I sell my Gen Tissot PRX 80 to fund an APSF 15510 and a DDF 5711?
I’m currently facing a bit of a collection dilemma and would love some input from people who have been in the game for a while.
Currently, my only Gen is the Tissot PRX Powermatic 80. I love the 70s integrated bracelet vibe, it’s reliable, has a great power reserve, and obviously, it’s a gen „Swiss“ watch.
However, I’ve been lurking here for a while and the super clones are calling my name. I’m seriously considering selling the PRX (which would probably fetch me around $400-$500) and coming out of pocket a bit more to pick up two heavy hitters:
- APSF 15510 (Audemars Piguet Royal Oak)
- DDF 5711 (Patek Philippe Nautilus)
I know I’m basically trading genuine entry-level horology for high-tier reps pieces, which is a massive jump in terms of what I'm projecting on the wrist.
• Movement Reliability: How are the clone movements holding up in the APSF 15510 (the 4302 clone) and the DDF 5711 (the 330 clone) compared to a ETA like the Powermatic 80?
Has anyone here sold their entry-level gens (Seiko, Tissot, Hamilton) to go full rep? Did you regret giving up the peace of mind of a gen, or did the aesthetic of the high-tier reps make it worth it?
Any advice, wrist shots, or reality checks are appreciated