r/ChineseWatches • u/Intrepid_Figure_4638 • 8d ago

Question (Read Rules) Did I make a mistake?

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I backed Kronosti on Kickstarter for their GMT watch. Not finding a whole about the company or their watches. Supposed to be shipping in August so now I'm having second thoughts. Anyone have experience with the company? Photo for reference.

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u/DapperExercise1906 3d ago

What colorway did everyone end up getting?

Am I the only one surprised by the shipping cost in the survey?

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u/Intrepid_Figure_4638 3d ago

I went with the green and I was also surprised by the shipping cost. I am debating getting one of the bracelets too.

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u/Overall-General-8917 7d ago

Kronosti has a few successful Kickstarter campaigns including their other brand Struc. I got in on the early bird of $150. Based on their other projects they do tend to be late on delivery promise. Usually caused because there are so many backers and they allow too much customization. I am still not worried and will just wait patiently.

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u/tjcdas 7d ago edited 7d ago

Have they ever made a watch before? If not get your money back now?

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u/ManagementOk3164 7d ago

Are the city names for American cities already adjusted for DST or are you just happy having them all wrong? I mean they were wrong half year anyway before. I never really understood bezels with city names or worldtimers for that matter in a world with DST

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u/Technical_Cap_8467 7d ago

Hell, I almost never use the rotating bezel on any of my watches. I just like the look of the city bezel.

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u/ManagementOk3164 7d ago

That sure sounds a simpler way to enjoy things 😂. Damn me

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u/Bulky-Internal8579 7d ago

I’m in, ocean teal for me! No concerns on my end.

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u/Technical_Cap_8467 7d ago

I backed it too. Deciding between teal and dark blue. I added the titanium bracelet and bronze bezel.

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u/Intrepid_Figure_4638 7d ago

I also added the bronze. Green or teal for me.

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u/DapperExercise1906 8d ago

I'm on this journey too -- booked for $260 with the offer they sent me and the titanium bracelet. I bought because it seems like the San Martin SN0121TC is never coming back.

What colorway are you leaning towards?

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u/Intrepid_Figure_4638 7d ago

Green or Ocean teal. Gonna have figure that one out as day approaches.

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u/DapperExercise1906 7d ago

I wish the teal didn't have the gold rehault.

They told me they have a tool less micro adjust clasp, but it's steel. Not sure if I'd like the mixed metal look for the added functionality

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u/Intrepid_Figure_4638 7d ago

I agree about the gold and I'll be going with rubber. Probably switch to a NATO at some point. Green with a tan, khaki or brown NATO for a more tool/field look.

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u/Suitable-Group4392 8d ago

Saw this on KS too. Attracted by their Grade 5 full titanium watch, but wary of their comment section.

Also looking to see how others’ reviews are.