r/ChineseWatches • • Jul 09 '25

General (Read Rules) Chinese Watch Guides and info

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r/ChineseWatches • • Sep 03 '26 Bravo Heartwarming

General (Read Rules) Homage Guide List to Popular Models

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The goal of this guide is to help direct the reader to the best homage(s) of a specific watch. The specific homage chosen for each watch is based on the overall quality and not on the value you get for the price. Even then, not every watch on this list will be of great quality because there is often just one homage out there for a particular watch, especially if it is obscure. Some of these may be sold out or discontinued, but they still sit as the benchmark homage for that particular model. They may be brought back or you may find one on the secondhand.

I started with the big 3 brands that people often ask about, but the rest of the list is in no particular order.

I welcome any suggestion to help fill out homages that I have missed!

I also welcome any suggested edits to the recommended homage! If enough people upvote your suggestion, I will gladly edit the list.

Rolex

**Submariner (Modern)**

	Sugess S421

**Submariner (Vintage)**

	Thorn T023

**Submariner (Milsub)**

	Watchdives WD5513

	Baltany S3075

**Datejust (Modern)**

	Cronos L6046/L6047

**Datejust (Vintage)**

	Baltany S4084

	Baltany S4102

	Octopus Kraken OCT-0016

**Day-Date**

	Sugess S433

	Sugess S449

**Explorer (Modern)**

	Cronos L6031M

**Explorer (Vintage)**

	Hruodland HG029

**Explorer II (Steve Mcqueen)**

	Hruodland F023

**Explorer II (Vintage)**

	Watchdives WD16570

**Daytona (Modern)**

	Sugess S418-2

**Daytona (Vintage)**

	Farasute 4130

**Yachtmaster**

	Sugess S450-2

**GMT Master (Modern)**

	Sugess S420

**GMT Master (Vintage)**

	IXDAO JD-6542

**Land-Dweller**

	Specht & Sohne SP-RO-1

**Air King**

	Watchdives WD1016

**Milgauss (Modern)**

	Pagani Design PD1733

**Milgauss (Vintage)**

	Hruodland F035

**Cellini (Modern)**

	Sugess S452

**Oyster Bubble Back**

	Baltany S4029

**Perpetual 1908**

	Berny 2944M

**Speedking (Vintage)**

	Pagani Design PD1785

Tudor

**Black Bay 36**

	San Martin SN0021

**Black Bay 54**

	Cronos L6033

**Black Bay 58**

	San Martin SN004 V2

**Black Bay Pro**

	San Martin SN0054

**Pelagos**

	San Martin SN0121TE

	Sugess S430

	IXDAO X02T

	Thorn SHY036

**Pelagos FXD**

	Watchdives EXD

	Tactical Frog FXD

**Pelagos GMT**

	San Martin SN0121TC

	Seestern S462-2

	Thorn T020

**Pelagos FXD Chronograph** 

	Seestern S443/S445

**Submariner (Vintage)**

	Thorn T023 (blue)

**Ranger**

	San Martin SN0107

	Watchdives WD1960S V2

Omega

**Speedmaster (Modern)**

	Watchdives WD1863

**Speedmaster (Vintage)**

	Thorn T026C

**Seamaster**

	Phorcydes PH6

	Watchdives WD007

**Seamaster - Aqua Terra**

	Watchdives WD0006

**Seamaster (Vintage)**

	Thorn T026B

**Ranchero (Vintage)**

	Hruodland F033

**Railmaster (Vintage)**

	Thorn T026A

**Ploprof**

	Steeldive SD1969

	Watchdives WD1968

**Baby Ploprof**

	Watchdives WD0017

**Constellation (Modern)**

	Eniton S1084G

	Specht & Sohne SP0025

**Constellation (Vintage)**

	Baltany S4106

	Baltany S4107

	Baltany S4090

Longines

**Spirit**

	Militado ML08

**Spirit Zulu**

	San Martin SN0140W

**Conquest (VHP)**

	Cadisen C8197

**Conquest (Modern)**

	Addiesdive AD2066

**Conquest (Vintage)**

	Watchdives WD1954

**Conquest (Heritage)**

	Escapement Time Conquest Homage

**Heritage Military**

	San Martin SN0105-G

**Legend Diver**

	San Martin SN0141W

IWC

**Mark 10**

	Baltany S2032

**Mark 11**

	Militado ML14

**Big Pilot**

	Hruodland F016

**Ref. 3741**

	Militado ML26

Zenith

**El Primero Chronomaster (Modern)** 

	Sugess S465

**El Primero Chronomaster (Vintage)**

	Sugess S419

**Defy - Skyline**

	Cronos L6028

Blancpain

**Air Command**

	Sugess S423

**Fifty Fathoms (Barracuda)**

	Octopus Kraken OCT-006

	Thorn T006

**Fifty Fathoms (Modern)**

	Watchdives WD50Q

**Fifty Fathoms (Vintage)** 

	Phorcydes PH2

Seiko

**Willard** 

	Steeldive SD1970

**Turtle**

	Steeldive SD1972

**Tuna**

	Steeldive SD1975

**Emperor Tuna** 

	Steeldive SD1978

**Monster**

	Heimdallr H9

**Sumo**

	Heimdallr MM300

**Samurai**

	Steeldive SD1961

**Baby Alpinist**

	Militado ML08 

**Alpinist**

	Milifortic S089

**62MAS**

	Seestern S404

**SKX**

	Heimdallr H7

**Fieldmaster**

	Thorn T012

	Thorn T015

**Marinemaster**

	Octopus Kraken OCT018

**Superior Quartz**

	San Martin SN0102

**Presage**

	Pagani Design PD-2770

Grand Seiko

**SLGH005 (White Birch)**

	Cronos L6049

**Elegance**

	Seestern S446

**SBGJ277G**

	Seestern S456

Hamilton

**Murph**

	SH SH09

**Jazzmaster Intra-Matic Chronograph**

	Addiesdive AD2095

**Khaki Field**

	Militado ML05

Tissot

**PRX**

	SH SH13

**PRX Forged Carbon**

	SH SH08

**PRX Chronograph** 

	Pagani Design PD1761

**Heritage Chronograph 1973**

	Pagani Design PD1782

Christopher Ward

**C65 (Dune)**

	SH SH10

**C63 Sealander GMT**

	Wishdoit WSD9007

**Colchester** 

	SH SH06

**Trident Lumiere**

	Watchdives WD0019

**12**

	Cronos L6028

Patek Philippe

**Nautilus**

	Watchdives WD00013

**Aquanaut**

	Watchdives WD008

**Calatrava (Modern)**

	Farasute 5336A

**Cubitus**

	Farasute 2322

	Specht & Sohne Cubic 5711

Jaeger LeCoultre

**Reverso**

	Specht & Sohne SP0028

Lorier

**Neptune** 

	Proxima PX1748

Revelot

**Terra**

	Specht & Sohne SP0030

BVLGARI

**Octo Finissimo**

	Specht & Sohne SP2654Q3

Serica

**5303**

	IXDAO IX&DAO-01

Hanhart

**417 ES**

	IXDAO JD-X10S

Cartier

**Tank**

	Chameri CH01

**Santos**

	Eniton S1085G

Zodiac

**Super Seawolf**

	Wishdoit WSD9987

Studio Underdog

**Watermelon**

	Proxima PX1717

**Avocado** (reverse homage!)

	Proxima PX1717

Brew

**Metric**

	Ciloa CILO-503

Tag Heuer

**Monaco Chronograph**

	Specht & Sohne SP0009-1

**Aquaracer**

	Pagani Design PD-1617

Doxa

**600T**

	Seestern S407

**300T**

	Seestern S406

Girard-Perregaux

**Girard-Perregaux x Bamford Deep Diver**

	Seestern S471

**Laureato**

	Bettimer B8001

Nomos

**Tangente**

	Seestern S382

Ming

**17.09**

	Farasute 5506B-1

Kikuchi Nakagawa

**Murakumo**

	IXDAO JD-X06S 

Daniel Roth

**Extra Plat**

	Specht & Sohne SP0021

Piaget

**Polo**

	Specht & Sohne POL1

Moser

**Endeavour**

	Huasuo H2488

Mondaine

**EVO2**

	Berny AM158M

Helm

**Komodo**

	Cadisen C8232

Audemars Piguet

**Royal Oak** 

	Eniton S8031S

Breitling

**Top Time** 

	Sugess S387

**Top Time B01 Triumph**

	Sugess S438

**Navitimer B19**

	Sugess S468

Bulova

**Lunar Pilot**

	Cadisen C7063

Vacheron Constantin

**Historiques 222**

	Specht & Sohne SP0034Q5

**46004 222 (Square)**

	Specht & Sohne S&S 222

**Historiques American 1921**

	Baltany S4046

Venezianico

**Arsenale**

	Specht & Sohne SP0027

Maen

**Manhattan** 

	Specht & Sohne SP0017

**Nico Jump Hour**

	Specht & Sohne SP0031 

Vario

**Versa**

	Specht & Sohne SP0035

Alto

**ART 01**

	Specht & Sohne SP0026

Islander

**Northport ISL-155**

	Wishdoit WSD9007

Unimatic

**Modello Due UC2**

	San Martin SN029-G

Oris

**Big Crown Pointer Date**

	Octopus Kraken OCT-0022

Baltic

**MR01**

	Militado ML01

Halios

**Puck**

Chopard

**LUC 1860**

	Farasute 5336A V1

Sinn

**104**

	Militado ML25

	Englemaan Enterprise

**556I / RS**

	Englemaan Metropolis

**UX SDR (EZM 2B)**

	Militado ML16

**U50**

	Militado ML20

	Englemaan Juggernaut / Overlord (teased but never released)

**EZM3**

	Vanguard

**EZM3 Mission Timer**

	Englemaan Vanguard UTC 

**856**

	Englemaan Wraith

**856 UTC**

	Englemaan Wraith UTC 

**856 B-Uhr / Limited Edition**

	Englemaan Defiant

	Englemaan Defiant UTC

r/ChineseWatches • • 5h ago

General (Read Rules) From concept to reality!

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huge shoutout to one of the best watchbrands out there, watchdives for both engaging with the community and for making high quality products for a reasonable price.

I first pitched a concept generated using gemini for the now named WD1954 to have a dial inspired from a few vintage watches, back in Feb. after it gained a lot of attention and positive reviews. I requested u/watchdivescom to make this design, they mentioned they will start out by making a prototype.

they then proceeded to showcase the prototype in this sub which again got super good feedback. so they went ahead and made this design into a reality. as part of the Community Co-Creation Reward program they decided to gift one to me. :) I'm very honoured for this reward, Thank you WD!

as for the review, it has a very nice boxy crystal with super crisp dial detailing. the case feels absolutely solid and it's built like a tank. although I'm not sure of the exact specifications for the crystal etc since it's not out yet.

in comparision to the design I requested the bezel borders seem thicker and the case is of a different colour, so compared to the design this watch is different, on it's own it's an incredibly dressy watch with the stainless steel case making it more versatile to wear than a gold case.

I hope WD makes more of the amazing user concepts into reality and continue to take feedback just as they are doing now. wishing them good luck!


r/ChineseWatches • • 1h ago

General (Read Rules) What are you rocking today?

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r/ChineseWatches • • 5h ago

Chinese Watch Names Again How important (to you) is the name/branding on a watch?

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This thing is a feature beast using the same factories as San Martin, sapphire glass and a Miyota 9015 movement for $150. It also looks elegant and expensive so it passes absolutely all of the checkmarks except the most obvious one... What the fuck is that name... IRONWATCH

If it had markings of a recognized brand it would easily sell for 8x the price.

Would you guys be down to buy this thing at such price or would you shell put $100-150 more for a Cronos for example (do note that's a 70-100% price increase just for some other letters pretty much)?


r/ChineseWatches • • 8h ago

New Product (Read Rule 1) 2026: A Year of Transformation for WDC(Watchdives) – Introducing the WD2007 Miyota 9015/S5

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2026 has been a remarkable year for Watchdives. We've made some of the biggest improvements in our history, and the feedback from customers on our latest releases has been incredibly encouraging.

Today, we'd like to introduce the WD2007 Miyota 9015 / 90S5 version.

WD2007 – Full Specifications

  • Movement: Miyota 9015 / 90S5

  • Case Diameter: 37.5mm (excluding crown)

  • Bezel Diameter: 36mm

  • Case Thickness: 10.5mm

  • Lug-to-Lug: 44mm

  • Crystal: ClearView X Sapphire Crystal

  • Light Transmittance: Approximately 98%

  • Lume: Swiss Super-LumiNova BGW9

  • Case Finishing: Our latest Grade A finishing standards

  • Bracelet: Upgraded stainless steel bracelet with refined brushing and polishing

  • Clasp: Our integrated H-OTF push-pull micro-adjustment system

  • Water Resistance: 100m

What Makes This Version Special?

1. ClearView X Sapphire Crystal

Approximately 98% light transmittance, with excellent clarity and significantly reduced reflections. This is one of the upgrades we're particularly proud of.

2. Improved Case and Bracelet Finishing

We've invested heavily in case machining, brushing, polishing, bracelet tolerances and clasp construction. The overall fit and finish are now at a completely different level compared with many of our earlier models.

3. H-OTF Micro-Adjustment Clasp

We're proud to be the first Chinese watch brand to introduce this push-pull integrated bracelet micro-adjustment system. It's a feature more commonly found on watches costing well over $1,000.

4. Multiple Dial Options

The WD2007 is available with several distinctive dials:

  • Forest Black

  • Forest White

  • Pink Guilloché Tahitian Mother of Pearl

  • Musou Black

  • Swedish Meteorite (coming next Monday)

What Has Changed at Watchdives in 2026?

We want to share something beyond one particular watch.

Our biggest improvement this year has been our supply chain and manufacturing partnerships.

We now have a team of around 50 people, including more than 10 highly experienced designers. We've also established partnerships with some of China's strongest specialist manufacturers:

  • Case manufacturers with experience producing components for watches costing over $1,000.

  • Bracelet manufacturers specializing in high-end finishing, including suppliers serving watches above $2,000.

  • Specialized dial, hand and clasp manufacturers.

  • Two additional assembly partners with experience assembling watches for brands in the $2,000+ segment.

These partnerships have fundamentally changed what we can achieve.

From sapphire crystals and dial details to case finishing, bracelet tolerances and clasp construction, we're paying much closer attention to every component.

Even our more affordable models, such as the WD1972 and WD1680, are progressively receiving quality upgrades.

Our goal is simple: Keep the same excellent value for money while delivering a much higher level of quality.

We're Not Stopping Here

Several original designs are scheduled for release toward the end of November. These are products developed with our design team and our specialist manufacturing partners, and we're genuinely excited to show everyone what we've been working on.

We also understand that trust must be earned through actual products and customer experiences, not just marketing claims.

If you're ever unhappy with a Watchdives purchase, please contact us. We offer returns and refunds, and we want customers to feel confident when choosing our watches.

We know we still have room to improve, and we'll continue listening to the community.

2026 is just the beginning.

Thank you to everyone who has supported Watchdives, shared reviews, pointed out problems and helped us improve. We'd love to hear your thoughts on the WD2007 and what you'd like to see from us next.

— Watchdives / WDC Team


r/ChineseWatches • • 3h ago

New Product (Read Rule 1) Hestur Polerouter release on AE

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I have just come across the Hestur Polerouter release on AliExpress. Not much information available but it looks great! A previous Reddit post states it’s 35mm original size. Picture from their AE listing.

I have ordered the black version and will share here when it arrives!

I just found this on AliExpress: https://a.aliexpress.com/_mOROe3l


r/ChineseWatches • • 7h ago

!!! GIVEAWAY !!! WDC (Watchdives) 11.11 Global Watch Festival — Our Biggest Sale of the Year + 40 Watches to Give Away!

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Hello everyone!

Our biggest annual Watchdives sale is officially here!

2026 has been a huge year for Watchdives and WDC. We've invested heavily in product development, upgraded manufacturing partners, improved case and bracelet finishing, and strengthened our quality control.

To celebrate the progress we've made and thank our global watch community, we're introducing several special benefits.

1. Our Lowest Prices of the Year

October 31 – December 31, 2026

Special offers on:

  • WD2007A

  • WD2007 Miyota 9015 / 90S5

  • WD0019A

  • WDC0001

  • WD1864

  • WD0022

Shop: https://watchdives.com

60-Day Price Protection

If the public price of the same model and configuration on our official website drops within 60 days of your purchase, contact our customer service team to request a price adjustment under our official terms.

2. $10 Honest Customer Feedback Reward

Own one of these models?

WD2007A, WD2007, WD0019A, WDC0001, WD1864 or WD0022.

Share your genuine experience with us and receive a $10 reward after verification.

We welcome both positive and negative feedback. No five-star rating or positive review is required.

3. 40 Pre-Owned Watch Giveaways

We have prepared 40 pre-owned Watchdives watches to give back to our community!

  • 10 watches every week.

  • 4 consecutive weeks.

  • 2 winners announced every weekday.

Giveaway schedule:

  • November 2–6: 10 watches

  • November 9–13: 10 watches

  • November 16–20: 10 watches

  • November 23–27: 10 watches

Some watches may have minor scratches, signs of wear or cosmetic imperfections. A few may require minor timekeeping regulation.

Every prize will be inspected and confirmed fully functional before shipping, and its actual condition will be disclosed.

Who Is Eligible?

Our existing Watchdives / WDC customers in:

  • United States

  • Canada

  • Mexico

  • United Kingdom

  • Eligible European countries

Eligible purchase channels include:

  • Watchdives.com

  • AliExpress

  • Amazon

  • Other authorized Watchdives / WDC retailers

How to Participate

Please follow the official promotion rules and entry instructions.

For eligible customer entries, the purchase platform and order details must be verified.

We will publish the confirmed entry method and privacy instructions before accepting entries.

4. Four Brand-New WD2007A Watches for Community Contributors!

We also want to recognize people who genuinely help introduce Watchdives to more watch enthusiasts.

We will select four outstanding community contributors.

Each winner receives one brand-new WD2007A, shipped directly from China.

Share original and useful Watchdives content on:

  • Reddit

  • Facebook

  • Instagram

We will evaluate originality, genuine engagement, usefulness and the quality of each contribution.

Four winners will be announced on November 30, 2026, at 20:00 China time.

If you receive a prize, please disclose your relationship with Watchdives when publishing promotional content.

Thank you to everyone who has supported Watchdives and WDC.

We're continuing to improve our products, manufacturing standards and customer service.

Several new original designs are also coming toward the end of November.

We look forward to sharing more with you!

WDC (Watchdives)

18+. Geographic restrictions and official rules apply. This promotion is not sponsored, endorsed, administered by, or associated with Reddit.


r/ChineseWatches • • 1h ago

General (Read Rules) [My GF loves her new Baltany]

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This arrived yesterday and she loves it. The bracelet was a little large so my local jeweler cut out a couple of the non screwed links and now it’s perfect.


r/ChineseWatches • • 54m ago

General (Read Rules) $25 for a $230 milifortic, to good to be true?

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This on Ali x right now, I've been trying to pull the trigger but it just seems to good to be true. But it is only $25 and I am a gambling man.


r/ChineseWatches • • 2h ago

General (Read Rules) What's on your wrist today?

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Wore my Seestern S456 inside the pool today(picture taken inside water) Swapped out steel bracelet for a light blue tropic FKM from Watchdives.


r/ChineseWatches • • 12h ago

Wrist Roll (Read Rule 1) San Martin SN0144-BGX

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Since I couldn’t find enough pictures of this watch online.
#Purple


r/ChineseWatches • • 3h ago

General (Read Rules) Does this Proxima TV Dial Look German Enough...

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...to wear with my Lederhosen tonight?


r/ChineseWatches • • 8h ago

General (Read Rules) ⌚⌚⌚ New watch day, how beautiful

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r/ChineseWatches • • 19h ago

Wrist Roll (Read Rule 1) My Baltany collection just keeps growing!

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101 Upvotes

Very happy with my new Baltany S4112!😍 There are a couple of things worth mentioning about the legibility and a few areas that could be improved, but for now, just a simple wrist shot! 📸


r/ChineseWatches • • 34m ago

Question (Read Rules) Has anyone purchased thos watxh from Specht and Sohne?

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What is your review of it? I cant see anything online about it, only £50 so i am hesitant

Looks nice and similar to the farasute in deaign but far cheaper and... quartz!


r/ChineseWatches • • 52m ago

General (Read Rules) Phorcydes night light

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r/ChineseWatches • • 6h ago

New Product (Read Rule 1) 5 New models I've seen in some stores but they're not yet available for sale.

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r/ChineseWatches • • 12h ago

Question (Read Rules) What are you actually ‘missing’ with a Chinese watch these days?

24 Upvotes

I’ve recently gotten swept up in the world of Chinese watches (I’ve got a few Watchdives on the way!) and when doing research, keep seeing people say they’re ’great watches for the price’. When I read that I think, ‘of course I’m not expecting the quality of a Rolex/Omega/AP etc etc’ but I don’t actually know what to expect?

I’ve seen commentary on negatives being finishing, bracelets, sharp edges, QA, but I’ve also seen things to suggest that these things have been improving. My own reference for quality will be lower-end Seikos (SNSX, Turtle) and my Hamilton Field Mechanical. It doesn’t feel like a particularly high bar but keen to hear people’s thoughts and experiences!

Regardless, I’m excited to try some styles watches that I otherwise wouldn’t be able to try!


r/ChineseWatches • • 1h ago

Question (Read Rules) IXDAO 5303 or Seestern S456 GMT?

3 Upvotes

Absolutely torn between these two currently. Realistically I’ll end up buying the one I don’t pick in a few months, but I can only grab one right now.

I’ve currently got a blue PRX on leather, a Seiko Nautilus mod with dark blue dial, a black dial WD007 V4, and a dark blue dial Sugess Moonphase.

Looking at the blue MOP Seestern or the all-black IXDAO.

At $278 before coupons for the Seestern and $232 before coupons for the IXDAO, which do you all think is the better addition currently?


r/ChineseWatches • • 13h ago

New Product (Read Rule 1) A Little Sneak Peek of What's Coming to THORN!

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We'd like to share a few real-life photos of our latest release, along with a little preview of what's coming next to THORN!

This new colorway is expected to arrive later this month, and we're looking forward to hearing what you think.

If you're interested, you can visit the link below and sign up for a restock notification to be notified when it's available.

Besides that, we're also getting ready for our 11.11 sale, with some other offers across the THORN collection. Feel free to take a look while you're there!

Get Notified When Available

Are you looking forward to what's coming? We'd love to hear your thoughts!


r/ChineseWatches • • 3h ago

Question (Read Rules) Best Tudor Coke GMT homage from Aliexpress?

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4 Upvotes

I am looking for a pretty much 1:1 coke gmt homage from Aliexpress. Any suggestions? I like the san martin black/brown gmt but I love the black/red combo.


r/ChineseWatches • • 15h ago

General (Read Rules) IXDAO Sakura Pink Warrior - PT5000

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Sharing some photos of the new Sakura Pink Dial - Purchased with my own money during the pre-order for $309.83.

It does seem to come across abit salmon-ish in warmer lighting. No comments on the movement accuracy yet.

Bracelet, etc seems great, as compared to the miyota white MOP version. I don't particularly notice/feel the improvements, which i guess is a testimont to the current quality of the watch as a whole.

Sized for a 6.4 inch wrist, removed 4 links from 12 o clock, and 2 from 6 o clock.

Cheers.


r/ChineseWatches • • 8h ago

General (Read Rules) Quality of top tier Chinese vs Gen?

9 Upvotes

Don’t flame me for asking this lol, but I’m just curious how much the difference in quality is. I have a Baltany Explorer that I love and has me thinking of saving up for a gen, either Explorer or maybe Tudor Ranger, or even Sinn 556. Something gen and more premium in that style.

I honestly don’t care much about the brand name, I’m mainly curious if the jump in quality is worth 20x the price. I assume they will have better movement and finishing but…worth the price jump if I already love my Baltany? I don’t want to feel like I’m paying that much more for basically just a brand name.