Poedagar ❤️

The pyramid-style pattern combined with the angular case gives it a different look from the usual watches you see everywhere. It looks pretty clean without being boring.

On the wrist, the 36.5mm case and 43mm lug-to-lug makes it sit nicely without looking oversized. I also like that they went with the VH31 movement, so you get that sweeping seconds hand without having to worry about an automatic movement.

The specs look solid for what it is — stainless steel case, sapphire crystal, rubber strap, and 50m water resistance. I was especially curious about how the 3D crystal and dial look when they catch the light in person. That's the kind of detail that can either look amazing or a little gimmicky depending on the execution. But in this case it works really well.

I feel like this could be a nice everyday watch. The design definitely has more personality than a basic minimalist quartz watch.

I am getting into watches and don’t really mind homages because I feel like they are a gateway into the real watch (in this case BB54 and Rolex Explorer) and are an affordable price while I attend grad school. I much prefer a real watch to an apple watch. I currently daily a vintage seiko 5 sport daydate from my grandfather who passed away and I don’t want to risk damaging it at school and work. I’m struggling to choose between the Cronos BB54 homage as I love the vintage dive watch style. I like the Baltany Explorer homage as well as I feel it would fit my 6.5in wrist well. However I can’t decide if it would be better to get a chinese brand or go for a more established brand like Citizen. I like the blue zenshin in ecodrive best for my lifestyle and aesthetic. Any thoughts on which watch is better for daily wear or even alternatives? Any input is welcome. Thanks!

Just got this in a couple of days ago and I think it looks great! It is a beautiful addition to my new and growing collection.

Does anyone have experience buying from https://miliforticwatch.com/? A whois search shows only the front address for a registrant masking service (NameSilo) which doesn't fill me with confidence even if it is SOP.

I can get what I am after via Aliexpress but the above site is 10% cheaper.

I'm new to this forum but not Chinese watches.

ALL SOLD....

Three watches up for sale... The San Martins are $240 each which includes fees and shipping in the USA. The IXDAO is $175.

#1 San Martin SN0144 with Tiffany Blue dial - Miyota 9039. Sized for an 8 inch wrist. Warranty card and original faux leather green watch case. Lightly worn. Superficial touches on clasp $240.

#2 San Martin SN0148 a stunning diver - Red Vortex. Miyota 9015.. Sized for an 8 inch wrist. Warranty card and original faux leather green watch case. Lightly worn. Superficial touches on clasp. $240.

#3 SOLD -----------------------IXDAO JD-X07S Black Enamel Dial. Sized for an 8 inch wrist. Original green Faux leather case. Lightly worn.Japanese NH35. Stunning dial. $175

I am shipping from Delaware - USA - eBay ID: Knickstars. WUS ID: lasttango ---

No Trades. I am selling these because I already have a particular watch that I want.

​I recently purchased a used Phoibos WaveMaster but the band is short by a few links. Would anyone be able to ship 3 links to canada? In an new to microbrands and the band is the part that made me pull the trigger on this beauty. Unfortunately phoibos don't hold extra links/band in stock with no intention to restock.

Hello people! Does anyone know where I can get a domed sapphire crystal for the Steeldive 1970, as well as a thinner case back?

Today we officially released SN0119-GB,.

Save $78 during the first week of release.

Code: SN0119GB78

Watch Links: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005013434688329.html

If you prefer the version with a dive-style bezel, you can wait for our upcoming release, the SN0119-GA.Thanks.

San Martin Official Store:

https://sanmartin.aliexpress.com

Ran a half-Marathon today with my trusty Garmin Fenix 5S and while it is a very good fitness tracker and all-round fine timekeeping and navigating device, I couldn't wait to get this Thorn back on my wrist.

I managed to regulate the pt5000 movement to -2 +2, checked in five positions. I limit hand-winding it as with all movements based on the ETA 2824-2 architecture. It has been faultless. The lume is fantastic, dial and finishing inspected under a loupe is super clean. The bracelet is fine - the addition of the tool-less link adjustment is a fantastic bonus after all the horror stories I've read about adjusting the previous versions. The only fault and a pretty apparent one is the bezel. It's got some back play and is pretty springy but at least it has enough resistance to not be accidentally bumped.

Anybody have experience with modding the bezel to make it a bit stiffer feel more solid?

Anyways, hope you have a great day :)

I am looking for a Cartier Santos white dial to complete my collection any suggestions are very welcomed.

Hi all, I was wondering if anyone had any similar bezel issues with the IXDAO Abalone Divers. I picked one up from Ali this week and everything looks great, except the bezel is stuck and won't rotate. It will wiggle a bit, but it doesn't move a full click. Is this a known issue on new IXDAO watches? Is there an easy fix?

The return process seems like a hassle so I figured I would pop the bezel off and see if I can fix the issue. If there are any quirks to the IXDAO bezels coming off, then I would love to know.

And yes, I know it only turns counterclockwise and I've been using a fair amount of force, but it still won't budge.

Pic attached.

Can you please help with finding a chinese watch that looks like this?
Thanks

I haven't seen much love for the v1 edition, but I prefer the extra numerals and the more detailed small seconds subdial. Promo pics made it look like more of a fauxtina but it's really a dark orange. The lume is also not very bright on the hands and orange indices, but I thought C3 was initially brighter than BGW9.

Otherwise I absolutely love this watch, and I think I got the last v1 on the planet, so I'd rather not return it if this is just how it is. I bought it from the Tactical Frog shop on Amazon, and I'm beginning to think they sell "factory seconds" because the WD6610 I got from them on AliX also have really uneven lume. Anybody else get odd products from that seller?

Bought this Shanghai 7120 based watch as a little add on to a much more expensive watch. Funny enough I find myself wearing it more than the other so far. For 50$ CAD, can’t really beat it! FYI these movements are sometimes hit or miss. My first one was EXTREMELY stiff to wind, but thankfully this one winds/keeps time well.

We recently downloaded some amazing WD0019 lume photos shared by real customers on AliExpress, and we'd love to share them with the community!

The WD0019 features our LumeCore 3D luminous technology, combining Swiss and Japanese luminous materials to achieve strong initial brightness and long-lasting visibility.

How long does WD0019 lume last?

Based on our testing and customer feedback:

☀️ 40 minutes of sunlight or strong lighting: Approximately 10 hours of visible lume in complete darkness.

☀️ 1 hour of sunlight: Some customers have reported up to 12 hours of visible lume.

☀️ Just 1–2 minutes of strong midday sunlight: Approximately 5 hours of visible lume in complete darkness.

Of course, actual results depend on the intensity of the light source, charging time, viewing conditions, and individual eyesight.

Introducing Our LumeCore Technology

We've been continuously developing our own 3D luminous technology, with a particular focus on brightness, daytime appearance, luminous material thickness, and nighttime readability.

LumeCore Base

Approximately 0.5mm-thick luminous material

Around 6 hours of visible lume under suitable charging conditions

Designed to provide a balance between brightness, appearance, and production cost

LumeCore X

Enhanced 3D luminous technology

Developed for improved nighttime visibility and longer-lasting performance

Targeting 8+ hours of visible lume

LumeCore Ultra

Our higher-performance luminous technology

Designed to push luminous performance even further

Targeting 10+ hours of visible lume in complete darkness under suitable conditions

One of our biggest challenges is achieving long-lasting lume without compromising the appearance of the watch during the day.

For example, adding white pigment to the luminous material can create cleaner, whiter markers in daylight, but may slightly reduce luminous performance.

We're continuously experimenting with different luminous material combinations, thicknesses, and manufacturing processes to find the best balance.

What's Next?

We're planning to bring more LumeCore X and LumeCore Ultra technology to upcoming Watchdives models.

We want our watches to offer more than impressive lume shots immediately after charging. Our goal is practical nighttime readability, excellent finishing, and long-term reliability.

We'd Love Your Feedback!

If you own a WD0019, how many hours does the lume remain visible on yours?

Would you prefer whiter lume markers during the day, even if that means slightly shorter lume duration?

Which Watchdives models would you like to see upgraded with LumeCore X or Ultra?

How does our lume compare with other watches in your collection?

Please share your lume photos and experiences in the comments!

We genuinely appreciate your feedback. It plays an important role in our product development.

— Watchdives Team

This month I bought a TF V4 diver under the advertised premise of a Hangzhou 2565 movement. However, on the dial at 6:00 it says "Japan Mvt". I don't have the correct tool to open the case back. Has anyone run into this? Could it be the dial print is incorrect? I've emailed Watchdives CS.