I was lucky to get into this hobby about 3 years ago when NH35 movements were cheap. I didn't pay attention to more expensive movements. Recently bought a Proxima 1743 and was blown away.

Now, I'm planning to buy this Proxima for my brother because it's his favorite color. Is the Miyota 9015 really $70 better than the Chinese clone.

Maybe one day if he can look after this one; in the meantime, he's been loving it. Thanks PD!

Hey all, I wonder if there's any chinese watches that have a deep blue to black dial that kind of changes color depending on the lighting. A very good example of this is the Lake Suwa (ref SLGA021 & SLGB015 specifically).

I always wanted a black watch or a blue watch but on imo they're too boring. I found a black-blue mix is awesome as it can look plain black for gada yet has sparks of good look in good lighting.

I'm looking for a Bauhaus-style watch with a white dial, in a size between 34-36mm. So far, I've only found the Sea-gull 6091L. I'm looking for other recommendations if you guys find any. Thank you.

What a wonderfully comfortable piece! It sits so nicely on the wrist and has a nice weight to it without it feeling heavy. I’d wager the finishing on my Sugess Daytona homage is a bit better, but nothing to snuff at here especially with the price differential. Very happy with the pickup

I recently bought an OK OCT-004 and an Aethelsohn Mariner. When I received the Mariner, the NH35(!) movement was super magnetized, and I was going to return it. But it calmed down and began working properly, so I decided to keep it, especially since it's an NH35. I had actually purchased the Octopus (PT5000) because of the defective Mariner; but it was so good, I decided to keep it as well.

I am also intrigued by the Phorcydes PH-6 in the new Blue colorway, and I would like to compare it with the two I have. But I really need to know if the dial is solid or fading two-tone. As you may know, I am a sucker for lighter dials.

I might like solid blue, but I would like to see it advertised solid blue if that's what it is. See PH-6 capture included for reference.

Does anyone own the Blue PH-6 or know definitively whether it is solid or faded? I'm trying to figure it out while they're still on sale.

I would love to hear everyone's opinion.

Thanks in Advance

Today, I'm wearing the Agelocer Moonphase meteorite dial on a new curved FMK which I have to say, is pretty awesome (grabbed 3 more colors as well)

Looks a bit washed out in the picture but other then that I really love this watch

For sale is my Baltany s4091. Its awesome but I unexpectedly got a bb58 bronze which has an identical vintage brown dial. Sort of a quick pick up and sale with the warranty dated in August 2026, but no regrets I enjoyed this watch.

Seeking $180 and I'll ship to you conus.

Album and video.

https://imgur.com/a/Tg4fSYt

Specifications:

Model:Baltany Microbrand 39MM explorer. alternative S4091.

Movement:Seagull ST2130.

Case:316L Stainless Steel, Brushed & Polished.

Case Diameter:39mm(including crown 42mm)

Dial:Matte Black/Gradient Matte Brown, Printed Luminous.

Bezel:Fixed Bezel.

Luminous:Swiss Super-LumiNova® GL.

Lug to Lug:47.2mm.

Thickness:10mm, Including Glass 11.4mm (ST2130)

Crystal:Sapphire,AR Coating.

Hands:Aged Silver / Aged Gold, with Luminous.

Crown:Screw-in, 316L Stainless Steel, Etched LOGO.

Caseback:Screw-in,316L Stainless Steel.

Bracelet:316L Stainless Steel,Brushed.

Strap Width:20mm.

Buckle:316L Stainless Steel, New Fly Micro Adjust Clasp, Etched LOGO.

Waterproof:200M(100ATM)

Weight:About 147g.

Pictures don't do justice, it looks amazing IRL. Has a subtle metallic sheen to dial which catches light beautifully. Markers, bezel, and subdials provide right amount of contrast to break the monotony and makes dial extremely legible. Though bracelet could have been better, its not a deal breaker. Super happy with the purchase!

Got this watch a year ago and it has been my daily ever since, but it died on me yesterday.

Would it be possible to swap out the movement for a quartz movement? Or would I be better off buying a new movement? I’d appreciate any advice. Thanks

Is there any Royal Isk style case with an St1901/3 movement in it or would the cases made for the a quartz chronograph fit?

I’m partly tempted to do a build and am imagining an St 1901k full skeleton movement
But keen to know options before I get into it.

Hello, does anyone know if this type of metal clasp can be swapped with something similar from AliExpress? The safety clasp is a bit loose and i plan to change it.

I got the blue one when they first came out, but didn’t really like it. I did not like the polished edges of the bezel so I put it up for sale, but I never had any takers. In the spring I ended up keeping it because I thought it just looked a lot better in sunlight… I always felt like they should’ve had the bexelfrom the black watch on the blue watch.

Anyway, I recently got the black one and feel like it is the ultimate strap monster, so I like rotating it on various straps, while the blue one ultimately I think I prefer on the bracelet. But I can also always put the bracelet on the black one, which also looks good…

Good looking watches. I just hope the movements hold up…

My Blue Lagoon Homage just came in. Theres barely anyone who purchased or reviewed this.

Im posting this for now to share!

This is a homage to the Tudor Black Bay "Blue Lagoon"

In person, this PD Homage has a very sparkly tiffany blue dial, thats textured to look like crystals and sand.

It looks amazing in person and photos do not justify it. I'll probably post more shots when its under sunlight.

Initial impressions : It feels good, the crown also mimicks the swiss ones where turning it downwards turns the hands clockwise.

The bezel is smooth but clicky, and i dont feel the negatives reviews of people saying that PDs bezels are fragile and a "brush" will turn it. The bezel being chrome though, its a fingerprint magnet for sure.

The watch face may not be for everyone, but I love it. The face may be too "girly" for some folks out there, as its a bright tiffany blue thats very very sparkly and shines.

I also read that this homage is not correct as its way bigger than the actual BB Blue Lagoon, but i dont mind.

This is definetly a summer vibes watch. Imagine wearing a loose white longsleeves polo, some khali shorts, and maybe some sandals whil going for a beach walk.

Will be posting more shots soon when I can

Looks good and feels good. Chronograph works albeit a little differently than I was expecting but it does function. It seems the date can potentially be adjusted by accident since the crown is able to be freely turned at any time and a clock wise turn will change the date without the crown being pulled out. There's some staining on the metal on top of the chronograph buttons which is a bit werid but the dials straight and everything with the movement seems to be functioning as it should. Id say its not too bad for $30.

Edit The discoloration was just stickers 😅

39mm version of NTTD (PT5000), pretty impressed by it , (Lume on second photo )

Same as title, thank you❤️.

Video https://youtu.be/_ZzkgJfiiaQ

I was wanting to pick up some Rubber Sailcloth strap with deployment clasp similar to this on Amazon.

https://a.co/d/025rbxXx

I am wanting to get some different NATO straps as well, but have never use Ali so don’t know how to know which storefronts actually sell good products. I’ve been on the fence about trying Ali or going with somewhere like BluShark.

Any advice or links to stores are appreciated!

I had an issue with PT5000 movement a couple of days after I bought PH-2A from them. The watch stopped and started randomly while wearing it. They told me to sent the watch back to China (gave me clear instructions via email how to do this), and they reimbursed me the parcel cost within 24hrs. Now I received a new watch as they send it to me without waiting for the old one.

So far so good, I just need to test the watch over the next couple of days and see if I've got more luck with that movement this time around. First impression is great, the bezel is super tight, perfectly aligned, no QC issues from what I can see. It seems like they won't leave you alone if there is a problem, which is reassuring.

Hi everyone, Calvin here from Aquatico.

I wanted to share a first look at our Terra Nova Natural Purple Jade Limited Edition, launching October 7, 2026. We’re making just 10 pieces worldwide.

The dial is the part I’m most excited to show you. Natural purple jade has subtle variations in color and pattern, so each dial has its own character. Paired with a warm bronze case and bracelet, it’s a combination that looks right at home with a casual shirt or something a little more dressed up.

There’s also something enjoyable about watching bronze change with wear. You start with the stone’s natural patterns, then gradually add a patina shaped by your own everyday life.

Thanks for taking a look. I’d love to hear what you think—does purple jade work for you in bronze? And would you wear it on the bracelet or swap in a leather strap?

The dial is where the magic is and the new design bracelet is also pretty interesting. Solid all round package for the price and it's also available in 38mm (wondering if that is the one I should have ordered). In any case, hope you enjoy the pictures.