My opinion about Erken Watches is that they are really wonderfull and great bargin priced watches. They look and work great!!!  I have purchased mine on ebay from the Erken guy in Italy and shipping and service has been first rate.  5 watches over the last 2 years and a couple used ones mint/like new still in the box maybe worn once.  Sold because the original buyers thought they were just too big and heavy.........that they are for sure but this is the trend these days.  The Silver Bridge (auction price new $125) is a beauty and the Tegelo 25 jewel(auction price new $189) as well as the power reserve models rate very high in my opinion........Swiss made or Japanese made movements makes 100% no difference to me in anyway at these prices.  The new Hamilton automatics with the 25 jewel movements I believe are exactly the same type of movement priced at $600-700.    How this guy in Italy can make such a nice watch at these low prices is amazing to me........it is well worth buying one.   With regards to Erken service.  I purchased a Tegelo black and red dial and requested a different color and he was very happy to send  my color choice for the same price.  Even changed the the color of the strap for me.....straps are very high quality as well.  

David Silverman  Tokyo, Japan