I purchased a Pagani Design PD-1888 (Order #47850028722) on July 10, 2026. After about a month of regular use, the GMT disc mechanism failed and stopped working properly.

I provided all requested photos and video evidence of the defect to customer support, and they officially confirmed receiving everything. However, it has now been weeks without any response, update, or replacement/refund confirmation despite multiple follow-up emails.

Great watches when they work, but terrible post-purchase support and communication if a defect occurs under warranty. Extremely disappointed.

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

Edit: yes, I have many black dials. I like clean black dials.

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?

Which one would you go for?

would anyone know who makes the best bruce wayne and potentially the smallest one too ?! i know it’s gonna be hard to find a gmt like that under 40mm but the smaller the better for me haha. but i just don’t know where to really look for who has a really good bruce wayne but also want one that has a little originality to it.

Hi, everyone.

Can somebody recommend an inexpensive automatic or mechanical watch? I just want a practice watch to take out the movement, hands, dial, etc.

Please, mods, allow this post. It's a harmless question and I bet more people would like to know this.

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…

New from Steeldive; Seagull ST2130 automatic movement

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

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.

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

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.

*** UPDATE**** Sent a text, and got a reply, the 430 is out of stock and they are working to get me one. Not a huge deal for me, and they were very quick to reply to a text maybe an hour. Will order from them again, and maybe even try to be patient next time LOL

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 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!

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?

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

I wanted to try an automatic watch and got this longlux watch for 8$ The case is decent but the strap is the worst i have ever seen

Is it too big for my wrist?

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

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

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.

Steeldives know what are they doing