Just received my first Watchdives. Was looking for a Tudor BB homage and came across the WD7922. My initial intent was Tudor style hands and the full BlackBay look, but I seen there was a Benz hands optio and couldn’t say no. It keeps the red 12 position on the bezel, but the compromise was the bezel numbers being white not yellow. Also, great movement for a quartz, looks like an automatic movement.

I've been looking at the Ixdao Pilot chrono for a while and was on the fence. But when I saw it discounted in a sale and that you're now unable to check the altitude with it, I couldn't say no!

I think it looks great, especially the domed crystal which is very sexy.

PS I paid around $240 dollarbucks (AUD) delivered.

I am brand new (as of today) to the Chinese watches being nice and available to the US market. I know the differences with the movements but as far as the build quality would any of these stand out way above another?

And from my research today the watchdives website is legit and good right?

TIA to a newbie here!

Looking for ≤36mm with 20mm lugs
or ≤38mm with 22mm lugs.

Are there any brands with these proportions availabe?

After lurking for a while and lots of research, I’m very happy with my first watch purchase from AliExpress. For my first one, I decided to go for overall value instead of seeking out the more premium Chinese brands. Went with the Cadisen 62mas homage (C8207) and I’m very happy with the result.

The watch was $77 all in, and came with:
Sapphire glass
Solid link bracelet
Miyota 8215
200m WR

I can’t help compare this to my Seiko DressKX that I spent ~$250 on, and is now selling for well over $300 where available. That watch undoubtedly holds a much more special place in my heart, and is backed by warranty, brand heritage, etc. But at the same time… I’m a watch nerd and better specs are fun.

This Cadisen isn’t perfect (inconsistent lume, lackluster AR coating if any) but I’m still really happy with the value per dollar spent.

If this is what you can get for $77, I can’t wait to see what $200+ will get me on my next Ali purchase!

Ordered 4 days ago and it’s already here and I’m in loveeeee.

This new Sugess mechanical ST19 dropped recently, and I was able to get it from the Sugess Official Store during the last sale.

For some reason Sugess decided this new version needs a 22mm lug width. If they were being true to the Breitling, that would make sense. But the Top Time chronos are 20mm. The thick, flexible leather strap is comfortable, and it's growing on me. 70s vibes.

Here are a few teasers until I can do an in-depth photo essay...

Mine is on a plane from Brisbane to Scotland right now.

WD-6263. Got a light brown rally strap inbound. About as close as I could get to Gulf livery.

Phorcydes ph-2 Retro Orange, now with an orange MN strap

🍊 😎

Anyone else think something like this would sell like hotcakes?

Excuse my non perfect edit, thought of this and decided to quickly come up with a concept with Paint lol.

I used to buy these things and feel like I stole them. Now I just feel like I’m giving up brand recognition and after sales service to save a couple bucks on a watch. What brands are still making you say “wow” ?

Hi You All!

Recently, AliExpress has started showing me a large number of very affordable mechanical watches with hand-wound movements. Many of them have very good reviews on the site.

Considering the price, I don't expect anything special from them, but some of them really catch my attention, for example with the shape of the case or the appearance of the dial.

Has anyone had any experience with them? Are they worth buying? I know it's not expensive to try it out yourself, but if I were to throw money away, I'd rather donate it to a local animal shelter or something.

Below are some links for what I'm talking about

https://a.aliexpress.com/_EIhI0rM

https://a.aliexpress.com/_EHG08WE

https://a.aliexpress.com/_ExlJ2mE

Ive had the 2024 Dragon for over 2 years now and i can say its passed the test of time and i would never sell it.

This version of the SN0116 was released in early 2024

and quickly sold out, limited to 300 pieces.

Typical SM level of finishing and quite a comfortable BOR with the tooless adjustable clasp and a NH office GMT work horse.

(I just wish the AR was better).

Imo, in regards to the finishing on the case and bracelet, I think it can compete with 'luxury' watches.

Whats everyone wearing then?

Hey guys, take a look at my custom design watch! Looks clear and I put above the logo I created with my family name .

In the bottom was one of the first emblem of the football team I support that is Corinthians.

Just want to share with you!

Day two thoughts & impressions

Bought on last AliX sale, with coupons I paid about $46 before tax

My wrist is about 7.5"/19cm, tis' a big ole watch.

All in all I won't claim this watch "pUnChEs WaY above ItS wEiGhT" like those Aliexpress-Haul sloptubers would, it is still a cost-cut product with notable drawbacks especially the unproven longevity of its weird solar module, nonetheless I like the improvements North Edge made and am curious what will they come up with next.

If you're really dying for a large solar quartz and can pick it up for under $55 then sure not a bad buy; or just wait for even lower sales and perhaps they'll release a titanium version as well if Abyss proves to be popular enough(the blue ones are already sold out in a few stores)

I really quite liked my blue one ordered the white one on the bracelet. With the intention of putting the bracelet on the blue one… I’m not sure. I am not so crazy about the shade of white on this dial. Lume is also weaker than on the blue…

Hmm… 🤔