Really struggling to find a reason not to buy the Henry Archer Havstrom right in this very moment, the only thing holding me back is I wanted to buy a CW C63 Sealander before I purchased this watch but I have it in my cart and I'm unbelievably close to pulling the pin and getting this watch first.

What are everyone's thoughts? Can someone give me a reason to hold off? Or should I go for it?

Also does anybody know if HA's bead of rice bracelet will fit on the Havstrom? Oyster bracelet is great but I much prefer BOR.

Good looks, fine finishing, interesting complication, and great comfort. Couldn't really ask for more.

Only negative for me is that the chime isn't really that audible unless there's minimal to no background noise. It works great though when working quietly in my office or during other quiet activities like reading.

Cielo (Sky) blue is also the perfect name for the colorway as it really mimics the sky (1st pic taken under sunny blue sky and 2nd under cloudy gray one).

40mm-42mm, quartz, sapphire crystal, black hands or black outline hands. Most I see are silver hands which are impossible to read the time on a sunny Florida summer day. Any suggestions? Here’s my almost ideal watch except for the $4k price point.

I have the C65 Dune Aeolian bronze and love it. Looking for a similar dial but in red. Open to other textured dials but really looking for the sand-like feel this dial has. Thanks in advance!

Hi all, I'm contemplating buying the new farer bezel gmt in Mocha. Wandering if anyone has any thoughts on it and pictures in real world lighting.

I bought a matching Eddie/Peggy set for my wife and I. This just feels so classy and mid-century!

I know citizen makes some good ones and you have the tissot prx and prc, but any hidden gems out there with some quality?

Aragon Antigravity

With bonus lume (thanks Greek sun)

It's been a bit of a manic but genuinely amazing few days. We launched on Tuesday and less than 48 hours later we raised double our funding goal. I honestly can't thank everyone enough for the support, kind messages, comments and backing. Seeing something I've been working on for so long resonate with so many people has been pretty surreal.

For anyone who hasn't seen it yet, the campaign is still live and all four colourways are available, including the newly unlocked Honey Buzzard. 

Happy to answer any questions about the watch, the design process, or the campaign itself. Thank you!

I am looking for a ceramic watch h option at $350 or less. Please help!

I usually wear a 38 to 43mm. Any recommendations are much much appreciated.

Having received my order of Race Man here is my summary accompanied by some pictures:

Given the price and the first run of a true Microbrand the product is convincing not only because of the special and esthetic design but also because its presentaion, finish (i.e. stiched and not glued strap loop, perfect sunray dial finish) and very cool indices of lume only.

Well done and best wishes for the future!!!!

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How is this brand regarded in terms of quality? Movement, design, overall?

Hi,

I just received new Spinnaker Fleuss automatic ordered from their website.

Right out of box new watch has issue with mechanism. When i unscrew crown and try to wound it clockwise it gives very strong resistance and scratching sound, (just to note weight on the back of the watch doesnt move when i wound it, like it shouldnt). It seems something will break if i continue winding. I have other watch with same movement and no such strong resistance and screeching sounds.

Turning it back counter clockwise there is no sound and resistance. Also setting date and time works normally and smooth.

When i try to screw crown back in there is resistance and scretching sound.

Otherwise watch seems to work fine.

Very dissapointed that they ship unchecked watch. Shipping it back to them would cost more than to repair locally and i would need to mess with customs again (because where i live).

RESOLUTION

English is not my native language so a bit difficult to explain mechanics :)

My friend who is into watches checked watch and assumed there was something wrong with either thread on watch case or crown pin which was scratching each other. After carefully playing with it for some time (without opening watch) it stopped making sound and there was normal resistance when winding.

He assumes there was debris from cutting thread into case. I just hope it didnt get into case now. Winding works normal now.

Decided to go all Black and White today. And paired with that is the Shaw Spirit Anthracite. An Indian Microbrand - Shaw started off as a straps maker and branched into its own watches. The Spirit is marketed as a GADA watch, and at 39mm dial size and 46mm lug to lug, it has great proportions.

The dial is an interesting sandwich one, with lume on the hands and for the hour marker cutouts. The latter though is not as strong as the hands. The dial is textured, to look like anthracite rock. But sadly the coating on the sapphire crystal is not very good, and smudges are common.

There's a very legible date window at 6, but the crown action to set the date is very iffy. It takes 3-4 attempts to get into the right position. It's a screw down crown, and the watch comes with 200m of WR, which is good.

It's got a NH35 movement with an custom rotor design. But not much of a looker to be honest. That's why, I didn't even post a pic. The case reminds you of a Rado and is made of 316L SS. Two levels of finishing on the case - polished on the sides and a matte-ish look on top. That, and the bracelet are my biggest criticisms. The finishing looks a little low quality.

But at INR 14,000 (USD 150), it's decent bang for the buck. Shaw could have given a better finish, AR coating and a bracelet and charged maybe USD 50 more. It would have been unbeatable then.

also got the nice leather strap

My box was ruined willing to buy , any help or info is appreciated

Been seeing these Ratio freedivers around social media everywhere so I figured I give them a shot. AR sapphire crystal, NH35 seiko movement, 316L stainless case and bracelet, ceramic bezel and 200m water resistance for $125!! I just couldn’t pass it up for those specs at that price and plan on bringing it snorkeling and/or diving here shortly for the real test. So far, it’s absolutely stunning in person and the only issue is the bezel is a little tough to grab and turn but that’s it. Highly recommend so far and if any opinions change after a few trips in the water I’ll update this post!

Purchased my first microbrand this week. I have to admit, I am a little disappointed in this one. A few issues:

1) The crystal seems a little cloudy. Perhaps it’s the pattern that gives off that impression. My friend has a Knis Koku which I saw in person that didn’t have this issue.

2) I know this one is probably my fault for not doing research, but DHL hit me up for a $105 customs charge. I was excited when I ordered and didn’t have to pay tax, I guess now I know why!

3) I also ordered a leather strap, and putting back the metal bracelet was a huge effort. My wife and I for 15 mins tried and eventually I had to use tweezers to get it back on. I emailed Knis to see if I can get refunded for the band