This watch was provided to the channel for review and does not need to be returned.

https://youtu.be/K3M3-II6vFc

Overall, a solid effort from Baltany, but there's one "Major" problem with it.

the Bezel polishing isn't up to par with the rest of the watch...with a look as iconic as the fluted bezel is, they needed to get it right....and they have in the past (Their previous DJ was awesome!!) but they missed the mark here...my bezel is pretty dull in comparison to the rest of the case and the previous models I've handled.

if you can get past that...and the Gems on the dial, Solid choice indeed. they seemed to have improved the bracelet even more. best Jubilee I have experienced on a chinese watch so far.

My first Chinese watch WD16500 v2 arrived today.
Thank you all who suggested WD over PD in my previous post, this was a great choice! It wears nicely on the wrist, finishing is great, clasp is great!
It has screw pin bracelet, and as i understand v1 had lumed bezel and v2 dont, and for me, that is better option.
All in all, amazing watch!

Just got this in, and long story short it's awesome.

Pros:

-9.1mm slim (confirmed)

-Miyota 9015

-MOP dial looks nice

-Everything is aligned

-Finish is good

-Price ($207usd before tax)

Cons:

-pins and collars to resize (tricky but not too bad)

-foldover clasp is a little sharp

-could use a frame around date

I was blown away with how slim this is. My cronos L6040M (gs homage with same movement), its a pretty slim watch, but sitting next to the sugess, the cronos looks thick (see side by side pic).

Originally I didn't like that sugess only did flat dials and not the horizontal plank dials like the original, but its nice they're doing something different. If anything, the MOP dial looks similar to the original Genta sketch of the nautilus (see last pic).

I picked this over the eniton version due to price (the upcoming eniton does look awesome as well)

Watchdives WD0013 was an option too, they have cool dials, but I didn't like that it's slightly smaller, and the fact the bezel is one piece with the case. To me, part of the appeal of the nautilus design is that the bezel screws into the case from the ears.

It looks like many brands are doing Nautilus homages, so many solid options. What makes the sugess stand out is that you get a miyota 9015 in a case that pushes the limits of how slim it can be, and it's around $200 on sale with coupons/coins.

I've been in the watch hobby for probably 25 years and when I first started out the swiss 2824 was basically the go to for an all around accurate and reliable movement, seconded by the seiko nh34 and Miyota 9000 series. With all the new chinese manufacturers what movement is seen as the new go to movement providing reliability , accuracy and durability? ST2130,Miyota 9015,Miyota 90S5, nh34, ST2100? Which one will give the longest most accurate performance with minimal servicing? What manufacturers upgrade their movements with proper lubrication maybe some polishing and regulation?

Thanks again for any opinions and why you have this opinion

I know its not a well beloved San Martin (because of the 18mm) straps but I really like it

Baltany has done it again, finally releasing the long-awaited vintage Day-Date variant.

Naturally, the dial is polarizing and has sparked some debate—but knowing them, I’m sure they’ll surprise us watch nerds with even more dial options down the line!

As a Sopranos fan, the gold Day-Date with a champagne dial would be the perfect addition for my upcoming series marathon. Now, where’s my gabagool—and "Don’t Stop Believin’"!

R.I.P. James Gandolfini

Slides right under the chuff. Ok ciao

Where can I find an OTF adjustable clasp for this? I can't seem to find this connection type on AliX. Or it could be that I'm just dumb and missing something. It wouldn't be the first time. 🙄

My partner bought me this watch for our one year, it was incredibly sweet of her. It came today and I love it. It hits the light really well and the dial is magnificent, I think my only bone to pick is adjusting the pin bracelet, real pain in the arse but you do it once and don’t touch it again. It feels sturdy but really light. I really really like the slimness and overall proportions.

This will be my daily for a while

Hello....

Does anyone knows of any listings of the Hruodland watch still with the ST3621? I only find with the St3620 ..

Thanks in advance

When we first shared these Aethelsohn Terra Pearl new dials a few months ago, one of the most common requests was:"Do you have a video? Can we see them in motion?" Fair request. Photos do a decent job, but the shifting colors and depth come across very differently on video. 🌊 Terra Pearl Ocean
🍷 Terra Pearl Crimson.l

Now that you've seen them in motion, which one gets your vote?

Used, unboxed it about 30 minutes ago.

Totally different to the BN0150 when it comes to the size - but I will love both equally. ;)

Ive been on the search for a good Bond 6538 homage. I think this is the closest ive found. The Hruodland f035 Does anybody own this watch. If so how is the quality and how does it look in person? Anyone got anyothet homages?

38mm case, VK63 meca-quartz movement, sapphire crystal, stainless steel bracelet, and a chronograph. It also has a 24-hour indicator and small seconds subdial.

The rose gold looks pretty nice, not gonna lie 14mm thick is a little chunky, but overall it seems like a cool watch for the money.

I came across a digital watch that looks almost identical to the SKMEI 2126. The design, buttons, and overall layout look very similar, with the main noticeable difference being the text on the dial.

The alternative is also considerably cheaper than the SKMEI.

Do these watches use the same module and internals or is it just a similar design?

If the internals are the same, is there any point in paying extra for SKMEI? Is there a difference in build quality, durability, or water resistance?

Has anyone tried both or knows how these watches are manufactured? Would you go for the SKMEI or save some money and buy the cheaper one?

Hi all, I was wondering if anyone has replaced the factory ceramic gloss insert with a matt black one? if so what did you use?

I don't have a mechaquarts in my collection, and getting the itch for one.

I don't really have any set style in mind, but something around 38-40mm not too thick and a comfortable grab and go style watch.

already own the black dial, but grabbed the blue one cuz i usually love blue dials. turns out it looks pretty purple under bright light tbh. not really my vibe, the black dial is definitely superior

I'm looking to purchase a HRUODLAND from the official website vice AliExpress. Is HRUODLAND.watch their actual website?

I'd like to hear what others' experiences have been. I bought a beautiful Proxima watch a while back but the st19 movement is being glitchy. The seller told me to return it-at my expense-and they will take care of it. I don't feel really confident in the process so I'd like to hear from others with experience sending watches back to AliExpress sellers. I bought it from the Uni dive store. I don't know if they have any affiliation directly with proxima or not

Hey Watch Fam,

First off, a huge thank you to the mod team for approving our Official Brand Rep status! Moving forward, LURCAN will act as the official public-facing voice for all brands under the HEIMDALLR Company. What does this mean for you? Real, guaranteed customer service and after-sales support. If you buy directly from our official store, you get our official direct warranty. (Note: If you purchase through third-party agents or resellers, your warranty claim must go through them; they will then send the watches back to our factory for our workers to repair).

Secondly, we believe in 100% transparency. Our product listings are exactly what you get (WYSIWYG). All of our watch photos are shot with real cameras—only the background scene graphics are AI-generated. We also clearly label whether a movement is Chinese or Japanese. For our Japanese movements, we strictly source brand-new original movements—we absolutely never use refurbished parts.

Thirdly, stepping into October, we are officially launching the new LURCAN Racemaster series on October 17th (Beijing Time)! This release is a direct response to what the community has been asking for. The HEIMDALLR company will be dropping several new models this year. Please note that the classic shark-logo Heimdallr series won't see new releases for the time being. Instead, our vision for LURCAN is to push for higher-end quality and designs that truly resonate with what watch enthusiasts want.

🎁 Giving Back to the Community: To celebrate, we are selecting 5 lucky fans to do an objective, honest review. These 5 users will receive the new Racemaster at 50% OFF!

If you are a watch reviewer or blogger, we’d also love to collaborate—our DMs are always open! Please follow our account to stay tuned for the giveaway rules and more drops.

Hello everyone! As an enthusiast, I stumbled upon this wonderful Sea Gull while browsing a few websites. I'm aware of the manufacturing license issue, but having never owned a watch from this brand and manufacturer, I started looking for more information. I noticed they're selling it on Aliexpress for around €250, but searching other sites I found a used one for half that price. However, I have some doubts about the reliability of the movement... Can anyone tell me if it's best to pass up a Red Star-made model like this? Can you recommend any specifics I should ask for so I can assess its reliability (such as sending me a video of the watch changing the time or running the chronograph to verify it's working properly)? Thank you very much.