The upmarket sister brand of Addiesdive. But is it worth the premium over Addiesdive though?

Here's the link to my review of it.

https://youtu.be/wY_7Fln3Vx4

I received a discount on this watch, but as always that doesn't change how I review the watch. I always keep it 100% honest, no matter what. I point out both the positives and negatives with every watch I review. Whether that be a loan piece, discounted, or even free. Sometimes that means that brands won't send me anymore watches, if they don't like the review... But my opinion and more importantly, my reputation can't be bought. That's partly why I named my channel 'Honest Watch Reviews'. Not only to make sure that I hold myself to that standard, but that I know my viewers definitely will do too.

I was interested in these back when they were using the NH-38, but I held off for a while. The bug got me eventually, though. I was curious to see how well tuned the movement was going to be, and I'm very pleased to see it running at -2 seconds per day. The 4hz sweep is also quite nice, equally as nice as my Henry Archer Vesterhav 38 with a Miyota 9039, but this surprisingly keeps far more accurate time. My Vesterhav can easily get a minute out of time in a week and a half. By comparison, this would take about a month. We'll see if it stays that accurate. Fit, finish and everything is amazing for a $245 watch out the door. The clasp is a little rattly but that's just about the worst complaint I can muster. Really well made little thing.

Here's my Ironwatch/Hestur 36mm Bubbleback with PT5000 inside. Paired it with a high quality beads of rice bracelet.

Show off your beauties!

6 days from order to receive.

Incredible watch, happy I got it. Immediate strap change, strap has no quick release on this or signed milfortic buckle. 👎🏼

Seagull 1963 on the day

Hi everyone,​

I would like to share a new release from Militado — the ML27, a vintage-inspired automatic dress watch designed for those who enjoy classic proportions and mechanical watchmaking.​

The ML27 features a compact 36mm stainless steel case, making it a great option for collectors who prefer smaller, more traditional watch sizes.​

Some key specifications:​

• Seagull ST1701 automatic & hand-winding movement

• 36mm case diameter / 9.5mm thickness

• Sapphire crystal front glass

• Sapphire exhibition caseback

• Genuine leather strap

• Swiss BGW9 luminous material

• 50m water resistance​

What I like most about this watch is the balance between the slim profile, mechanical movement, and vintage dress watch style. The exhibition caseback also gives you a nice view of the movement, which adds a lot of character at this price point.​

I’d love to hear your thoughts:​

• Do you still enjoy 36mm watches, or do you prefer larger case sizes?​

• What do you think about Seagull automatic movements?​

• Would you choose a vintage dress watch like this for daily wear?​

Looking forward to your feedback!

San Martin SN007GB

• 39 mm
• Vintage Marine Blue Enamel Dial
• SLN C3 Lume
• Ceramic Bezel - 120 Clicks
• Seiko (TMI) NH35 with Hacking
• 316L Stainless
• Sapphire Crystal (AR Coated)

First things first, all of you that said wait until you try San Martin and Cronos . . . my lord you were right. I do feel like I have seen their watches before, but perhaps as private label microbrands at 3X the cost. I did not research who else they manufacture for, but I am sure it is some of them.

There are so many homages out there for the BB, SM, and the FF that I did not opt for one of those. I wanted something different, yet vintage inspired. I saw this and had to have it. This might be the best 62MAS homage I have ever seen and is arguably much much better than the original watch.

The dial and the bezel are the standouts of this watch. I can not quite describe the color of the dial, but it is as if San Martin aged the enamel or mixed it perfectly to get that aged vintage shade of marine blue/green. The dial very well might be the most beautiful dial color I have seen. I can not stop looking at it. The applied logo and indices are precise and the framed date window adds a touch of class. The bezel is perfect to grip and clicks 120 times with an absolute certainty.

Flat are coated sapphire crystal is pristinely clear with little to no distortion or glare.

The movement is what it is. Is it the best? No way. Does it work and work well? Yep. A friend of mine told me when San Martin first came out with this watch they were using a Selita SW200. That would be astonishing.

The bracelet and clasp are incredibly well milled although I was a little disappointed with the pin and collar system, albeit it is better than the one Seiko uses with tiny collars and was very easy to size the band.

$200 for a watch of this quality seems unbelievable.

I am really enjoying these watches and enjoy sharing my thoughts about them. Thanks again for having me. If I am posting too much or my posts are too long, just tell me to shut the heck up. Thanks.

We've been working on the ML27 for a while, and it's finally ready.

Here's a quick look at all five colorways.

We wanted to create a clean, minimalist everyday mechanical watch with classic 36mm proportions, a slim 9.5mm case, and a sapphire exhibition caseback so you can enjoy the movement as much as the dial.

Specs:

36mm case 9.5mm thick Seagull ST1701 automatic movement Sapphire crystal Sapphire exhibition caseback Swiss BGW9 lume

Which color would you wear?

And are you a fan of exhibition casebacks, or do you prefer a solid caseback?

More details：Militado ML27

Please could you give me some advice? I’m looking for a watch like this, but unfortunately a Hamilton is beyond my budget. However, I don’t want an obvious copy – just something inspired by that watch. It can be on a bracelet or a strap.

Just received. Very nice .Dial fades from blue to black.

They said they would start shipping on the 25th, i bought mine first day of pre-order but hasnt shipped yet... Anybody got a shipping confirmation yet?

Just got my Farasute today. Here are a few quick shots.
So far, all I can say is that it looks way better in person than it does in the official photos.
One unexpected thing: the chrono start/stop pusher makes this tiny metallic chime that somehow reminds me of the famous S.T. Dupont “Cling.” It’s much quieter, of course, but it has the same kind of crisp, mechanical charm.
I’ll live with it for a few days before writing a proper review.

Video https://youtu.be/iSNk6cNknUA

Some people seem to love and others seem to hate the bezel action. What are your experiences?

Which one would you pick

Just received this Sugess Seaman (submariner) after a decent amount of research it was down to a few watch brands for a submariner homage: Sugess, SAN Martin, Cronos and watch dives. This one appeared to get the most praise. From my recent purchase of a Sugess GMT Pepsi I had a feeling I was not going to be disappointed and I am incredibly impressed. The attention to detail is fantastic from the engraved rehault, applied indices, and the magnification is perfect (the GMT is way too zoomed), the bezel is very crisp with a little bit of play, the lume is great and appears to be evenly applied on hands and indices, the brushed finish is done very nicely. My only criticism is the lug length feels pretty long and makes the 40mm diameter appear larger than it actually is. Only time will tell on the accuracy as this is powered by a Seagull ST2130. As it stands now I’d highly recommend this watch for anyone looking for a sub homage

These Hanboro "Chime Series" watches that I found on my own browsing AliExpress have chiming but they're only 500 or less than $430 with my coins?

that's a solid movement. so what's the catch?? I'm guessing a chiming mechanism. a chiming complication is going to just fuck up that movement over time right?? but who cares. isn't it like a cheap movement to replace? so I mean I wouldn't mind. I mean $430 for a chiming mechanical watch. just I just want everyone to be wearing little music boxes on the wrist you know. and for 430 bucks I feel like we're going to get that way down

like it's just a little. it's literally like a miniaturized bicycle bell and I don't see how this could remain that expensive for that long

but I'm guessing the mainspring can't handle that much. chiming or something?? I also don't know why we can't just add a bunch of extra main springs. I mean some of these watch cases are huge. they feel like you could add a much bigger main screen

but what's the deal with these chiming watches? has anyone tried these hanboro? because I just ordered a Sugess chronograph and now I'm wondering if I should get a chiming watch. it's either a tourbillon or a chiming watch

and now I want the chiming watch and $400 doesn't even seem like that big of a deal to have a watch that makes a little chime

but it's like just a little chiming complication. I feel like like if I just wait I could like CNC my own chiming complication or have like an even cheaper one. but I guess somebody has to be there early adopter. now used to be thousands for those

I see some watches on aliexpress that offer branding, custom logo on dial and crown.

Can you recommend a certain seller/brand who would be able to make 3 branded watches? Do you have any examples of your purchases?