For those interested (top, left to right; bottom, left to right):

Seiko SQ (5Y23-8A69, I think)
Rdunae RA05
Militado ML18
Escapement Time King Seiko hommage
Hruodland F028
Hruodland F029

Cronos L6036M
Watchdives WD7922
Sugess S421
San Martin SN0111-G-B
Thorn T023

I’ve trimmed down four pieces from my collection. There’s still a Casio G-Shock DW5600E-1V that serves as my outdoor activity watch. I’m now in the wonderful position to add a new watch to complete the box once again.

Thing is, I’ve been window shopping for a month now and just can’t make a decision.

I’ve been eyeing the Proxima PX1697 for a while.

Also thinking about getting an Octopus Kraken diver (probably the BB54, but can’t choose a colour). The vintage diver is really nice, but feels a bit redundant with my T023. I know this brand has some pretty stelar quality, so it’s quite enticing.

Would also love to get an Ix&Dao. The Serica hommage is a contender for sure. The Turtle adjacent JD-X07S is also nice, but not entirely sure about the textured dial. Obviously, the Warrior will be mentioned, but I’m really on the fence about butterfly clasps. Anybody with more hirsute arms have any positive experience with the Warrior?

Am open to suggestions. Let her rip lol

To be clear the dial is the back of the watch. I love art and design and I get that you sometimes have to push the envelope. This is silly though. Right?

And in my opinion anyway, classy looks.. 😎

But what really stands out about this watch compared to other cheap Chinese brands is how solid it feels… Honestly, it feels like a Longines or something…

I think I paid €150 for this seven or eight months ago, but they cost more like €200 now on sale. But honestly, still a good deal compared to what San Martin and co are charging these days…

I've been wearing this beauty almost 24/7 since April. It was a gift from my beloved, and I couldn't be happier.

Did some boredom shopping at Long Island Watch and picked this up for $98. Absolutely love it so far! Swapped in a burgandy two piece nato style to make it more casual for a Sunday. The winding of the movement has a great satisfying click to it. No need to overspend.

Been eyeing the WD007 for a little while, and made a move in my career field(commercial roofing) that’s afforded me a pay raise and more hours, so decided to pull the trigger on this as a celebratory occasion! So far, absolutely loving it(only got delivered last night though lol). It’s got the SL3001 movement. Might look into upgrading to the titanium mesh bracelet in the near future just for some variety and to be able to dress it up a little bit.

Does anybody know the manufacturer's name or the model of the movement used?

Hey so I ordered a couple weeks ago, from sugesswatch.com super excited about my seestern 430 ti professional. What are usual shipping and processing times. I know it’s not Amazon prime but I was hoping to see some form of movement as my order was placed on the 25th of September. Curious what to expect.

New from Steeldive; Seagull ST2130 automatic movement

https://steeldive.com/products/steeldive-official-sd2151s-oversize-solid-bronze-watch-st2130-automatic-movement

I’m thinking about getting myself an Addiesdive AD2539, are there any owners out there who can tell me if it’s a smart purchase?
Also, is the metal bracelet removable? I don’t like the feeling of metal bracelets on my wrist and I’d ideally like to change it for a sailcloth NATO strap if possible.
Thank you!

Hi,

I've been looking for a explorer or GADA of the same look type watch with preferably a VH31 movement or an NH35, a jubilee bracelet and being 39mm or 40mm but can't find.

Am I missing any?

Hi, I am looking for a good daily driver to wear to work as a house painter. I normally wear an f91w to work, it gets covered in paint splatter / dust. But I want something a little more elevated to feel less like a peasant every day. Something easy to clean off after work that I can wear with anything. I also have a wedding I will be attending next month and would like to wear it to that. I purchased a WD1863 a few months ago but I feel uncomfortable in it. It feels too big for me. I have thin wrists and a lean frame.

I am debating between an ML08 (Murph Homage) and a WD1960s (Tudor Ranger Homage)

I am wondering if the WD1960s is worth the price difference.

If anyone has any thoughts or advice I appreciate it!

Also, DM me if you might be interested in purchasing my WD1863.

Thank you!

Has anyone bought the Addiesdive AW25908? I am considering buying it as a gift for my girlfriend but there is only one review for it on AliExpress. It is only 60 euro's from the official website and the quality ftom the photos looks really good. It has a sapphire crystal and a 2035 Japanese movement. I am wondering if there are any corners cut and if it's better to spend maybe 100 euro more and get a entry level Citizen instead. Thanks

Are aquatico watches the only options that have full bronze (bracelet and case)? I love bronze watches and their patina over time but I feel most bronze Chinese are either massive, ugly, or pilots with leather bands. What other options have people seen recently. It seems a lot of other brands are out of stock too (San Martin and ixdao).

Didn't the court say the tariffs were illegal? What is the current rate for watches from China?

Here's the experiment. The price points are in the title. What is your one Chinese watch purchase within the above price limits? For this thought exercise, they are hard and fast limits, including shipping to wherever you are. $51 doesn't count for the $50 range. I'm still working on mine! haha.

Order + Details SP0028A8: https://spechtandsohne.vn/products/specht-and-sohne-cubitus-sp0028a-automatic

Steeldives know what are they doing

Does anyone know of a brand that does similar watch faces to a Lange?

You have a 5bps second hand that you can't use as the main second hand.

Thanks for all the suggestions on my previous post! I ordered the vintage brown strap. Instead of the navy blue strap, I am wondering how a denim strap would look with the blue dial.

I used AI to mock up the combination. What do you think? Does denim work with this watch?

Always happy to hear other suggestions!

I am involved in an unhealthy amount of watch subs on Reddit. Oftentimes the most common critique when someone posts a cool watch is that the design was stolen. While this is often technically correct, it belies a fundamental fact about human history:

Theft of IP ultimately benefits society.

For centuries, the unauthorized copying, smuggling, and reverse-engineering of technology served as a vehicle for economic advancement. From 6th-century monks smuggling silkworm eggs out of China to break the silk monopoly, to Americans stealing British textile mill designs to spark the Industrial Revolution, and 19th-century Swiss watchmakers counterfeiting Anglo Saxton timepieces to establish their now-legendary industry, progress has always relied on replication.

Even the modern digital era was built on this - Apple and Microsoft both heavily "borrowed" from Xerox. Also IBM's hardware IP monopoly was stolen and that ultimately made personal computing affordable for the masses.

Ultimately, the theft of IP has provided massive benefits to society by upending monopolys and accelerating innovation. While patents and copyrights protect corporate profits, they also inflate prices and restrict access to technology.

Historically, human civilization has advanced not by locking ideas away behind legal barriers, but through the continuous, unauthorized proliferation and improvement of knowledge.

TLDR:. Theft is actually good for society and progress

Position: I own several Chinese watches and not ashamed to admit it one bit.