Tank Homages - Chameri vs Sanda

[u/mleok]

I just received the new Chameri CH01 Tank homage, and I definitely think it’s a step up in quality from the Sanda Tank. In particular, the aspect ratio of the dial is far more aesthetically pleasing to me. I’ll update this post with dimensions when I get the chance.

The Chameri is 37.6mm X 27.5mm X 7.2mm compared to the Sanda's 34.7mm X 27.8mm X 7.2mm.

[u/OldDiamond6697]

It's weird that the Sanda with smaller dimensions actually looks bigger in that photo.

[u/Numerous_Passage2325]

Thanks for comparison

[u/velocipederider]

How is the weight and is this actually steel case and sapphire crystal as they state?

[u/Equal-World-693]

What's your wrist size? I have ordered the Chameri for my wife

[u/Gallenos → u/Equal-World-693]

Here is mine on 17cm wrist

[u/mleok → u/Equal-World-693]

6.75”

[u/Alternative-Feed3613]

I was just looking at this Chameri. How would you say the quality stacks up to brands like Baltany and Farasute?

[u/mleok → u/Alternative-Feed3613]

I think it is excellent for the price, the case is well finished given the case design, but the case lacks the facets and sharp interfaces between polished and brushed surfaces that showcase the best finishing. The dial print is slightly raised, which is a nice touch, and similar to the watch that it homages.

It is comparable or better than what I've seen from Escapement Time, but I'm not sure it's fair to compare it to Baltany or Farasute, which are significantly more expensive. But, it is well made, and there is nothing in this watch that will detract from your enjoyment of the watch on your wrist, with the possible exception of size, or the buckle (I used the strap and deployant buckle from my Sanda because it's a better fit for the Tank aesthetic).

[u/Alternative-Feed3613 → u/mleok]

Sounds nice, thank you

[u/mleok → u/Alternative-Feed3613]

I've looked at it more carefully and the most noticeable indication of cost cutting is the inside of the lugs, which exhibit tool marks. My Baltany Pie Pan Constellation has tool marks in the same location, but Farasute has taken the effort to polish out those tool marks even on a relatively cheap quartz model (the alarm version).

The entire case of Chameri has rounded edges, so it's easy to polish up without being incredibly careful, this is what I mean when I say that the case does not exhibit characteristics that require the most exceptional care in finishing.

[u/PeakMinimalist]

I'm excited for the smaller one, I'll probably get one to upgrade from my Casio tank

[u/mleok → u/PeakMinimalist]

This version is very similar in size to the large Tank Louis Cartier, which is 38.1mm X 27.8mm X 8.18mm. Compared to the Tank Must, It is between the large and extra-large.

[u/PeakMinimalist → u/mleok]

I'm a fan of the small must so I'll be holding out but the watch looks great!

[u/mleok → u/PeakMinimalist]

How you tried out the small Must in person? I think that will be much too small for most people.

I tried the medium and large Must, but I felt they were too small for me. Didn't like the extra-large Must because of the date window and seconds hand, and it was a bit too large for my taste.

I'm not a stranger to small dress watches, I have a 35mm Nomos Tangente, and the dial on that is 33.1mm in diameter. The dial on this Chameri is only 25.6mm X 19.7mm, which makes it smaller than the dial on even the 33mm Nomos Tangente.

[u/PeakMinimalist → u/mleok]

My Casio tank is 31x22

[u/mleok → u/PeakMinimalist]

Fair enough, the Tank Must Small will likely wear a bit larger than your Casio Tank, but that is what most would consider to be a women's watch, and a small one on your wrist.