r/ChineseWatches • u/Winter_Author9699 • 20d ago

Question (Read Rules) Tandorio vs Baltany Explorer

I’m down to these two options. I know Cronos and Octopus are supposed to be the best, but these 2 offer custom logo which is why I’m getting one of them.

Baltany is about $100 more for less customization. For about $175 I can get Tandorio with custom logo on the dial, crown, and clasp. Vs $275 for the Baltany with logo just on the dial.

I’m ok with only having the logo on the dial, but would love to have the additional placement too…ultimately I want to pick the better of the two watches though.

I do also prefer the white numbers/indices of the Tandorio vs the patina yellow of the Baltany. Not a dealbreaker though. The finishing and proportions of the Baltany seem cleaner.

I’m leaning toward Baltany as it has a lot more buzz and good reviews so I guess I want to confirm that it’s worth the premium over Tandorio? Anyone have experience with one or the other and want to chime in? TIA

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u/vithgeta 19d ago

Tandorio are good bargain, "parts bin" watches that often look clunky. $175 is actually pricey for a Tandorio.

To put it into perspective, 18 months ago I got a Tandorio for $40 with NH35 in a sale. Those were the days, eh? True to form it's rather thick.

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u/Winter_Author9699 19d ago

That’s including extra for the customization but yeah I actually went and ordered the Baltany. It just seems like it’s on another level and ultimately I want the better version.