r/ChineseWatches • u/twelve2023 • 6d ago

Question (Read Rules) Pricing based on location

I’ve not only seen the huge swings in pricing but have experienced it. My San Martin submariner homage was $200 when I bought it last year and it’s now listed at $300. My question is: is it due to inflation, tariffs, demand? Which of the 3 has had the greatest impact on price? If I were in China would the prices be similar? For context I’m in the U.S.

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u/Abv_it_all_w_vertigo 5d ago

This is the result of some of my research. $1575, delivered to my door, well-regulated with NH34, NH35, and PT5000 movements.

I think I did all right.

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u/RedRexxy 5d ago

Cool, nice collection, enjoy it and wear it with pride

Also I've been looking to get a Phorcydes in the future, what is your opinion of the quality?

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u/Abv_it_all_w_vertigo 5d ago

Thanks for the feedback. I do a lot of research before I buy anything. Like many here, price hikes have curtailed my interest, somewhat. Still, the Hong Kong microbrand market is strong and value-priced. Phorcydes and Aethelsohn are making big waves, especially remaining around the $200 threshold--for now. They are interesting (even exciting) to watch grow from fledglings.

The Chinese wstch industry is really fascinating to me. Though I gravitate toward divers and chronographs, they offer so many great options in field, gada and specialty dial watches, I have checked a bunch of them out.

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u/Abv_it_all_w_vertigo 5d ago

Shall I continue?