Buy Watch: Movements

: Sites like Esslinger or Cousins UK are go-to sources for individual movements and replacement parts.

: Looks for "Swiss Made" prestige or high-performance reliability. Choices often include the Sellita SW200

: Needs an exact match or a compatible "donor" movement for a vintage piece. This often involves scouring secondary markets for specific calibers from ETA or discontinued in-house series. The Micro-Brand Founder

(a clone of the ETA 2824-2) or high-end options from La Joux-Perret . 2. Key Categories of Movements