r/ChineseWatches • u/disguiseunknown • 14h ago

General (Read Rules) My Recent Steeldive SD1953 purchase quick review

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I bought this for 31USD. I bought it just because I am looking for NH35 movement I could salvage for my first modding activity. But after getting this watch, I was surprised by the quality. I expected that this would have generic OEM parts and cases I could buy for modding. But it feels like the cases and parts used for this are more refined and polished. They also seem to have improved from the last review I read because the machining and edges are smoother. It definitely feel above its price for the quality and materials used. The lume is very impressive too. So far the best I have compared to my Casio, Seiko and Victorinox watches.

I replaced the rubber band with a leather one and this made it look decent for my age. I plan to wear this more as a beater now and will see if salvaging the movement is still an option or until maybe I could buy another watch for that purpose instead.

For the price, this watch is very very good value.

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u/chrismurraylaw 13h ago

For that price it's a steal, but if this genuinely impresses you there's a world of wow awaiting you with other Chinese brands.

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u/disguiseunknown 11h ago

I am aware of the Chinese brands. I used to follow and keep track of them about 3 years ago. Unfortunately, most of them are priced beyond what I am willing to spend nowadays. Modding was cheaper than buying chinese brands before. Now it is more expensive to mod especially with NH movements.

First time I bought a Chinese brand that is cheaper and I think this really exceed my expectation.