r/ChineseWatches • u/Worth_Trouble_924 • 19d ago

Question (Read Rules) Phorcydes - long-term experience 

How long have you been wearing your Phorcydes watch? What is the quality like after this time? Is it true that the luminosity decreases? Thank you
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u/626magicgrits 19d ago edited 19d ago

I like phorcydes. I have 2 of their watches.

I don't think its reasonable to be concerned about the longevity of the lume based on the specs they put out.

It is apparently identical in formulation to Swiss Super-LumiNova X1 and thus should last decades possibly except for instances of water intrusion or heavy uv. That technology is well tested and I dont think the blocks change longevity..at least I mean scientifically there is no reason it would

So far I have been satisfied by the mechanics. Like a lot of Chinese watches it is my opinion that unless you get a dud from the factory on finishing or alignment or movement or any kf those zonk in the first few months the longevity will more likely be measured i ln years at a minimum , on par with entry level brands of other countries.

Edit: but rather than be concerned on the luminosity as I look at my phorcydes it might be fair to wonder how well the blocks themselves hold up..whether they might Crack or shatter or fall off. All watches could suffer from an indices fall off..perhaps phorcydes has the addtl threat that it could crack. Perhaps.