“I received the watch on time. Some general feedback:
1. Packaging
First impression can often be the last. The cardboard watch box was minimal and extremely basic. I have seen better packaging for under $50 watches from Timex or Casio.
2. Looks
The dial features are intricate but I wasn’t impressed with these details being visible unless looking at them really closely. Else they are just distractions taking away the limelight from the look of the dials, frame, etc.
3. Wearability
The watch feels really light in weight which is both good and bad. One often expects a bit more weight from mechanical watch. This seems to be missed here. The leather strap looked better in pictures but the denim texture is off design and in my opinion personal opinion spoils the look of the overall watch.
The leather band is quite hard and does not feel comfortable for long time wear.
I purchased the watch based on an online review but realized it’s not something I would keep.”
“I love the watch! I only wish the strap was a little longer. The strap is an adequate size for the type of watch and lug width, just not quite long enough for regular wear on my almost 19cm wrist. I added a flat end Beads of Rice bracelet and really enjoy it. Now just to get some custom straps to wear it more casually.”
“The Astoria is a really nice looking watch with a lot of little details that make it fun to look at.
The size is perfect and it slips under a shirt cuff without a problem.
I did change the strap out for a black leather but that's a matter of taste. The strap ot comes on it perfectly good.”
“This is a very beautiful time piece. I debated this and the seiko tank but ultimately wanted the automatic movement and something not too many people have. Getting a great miyota 9000 series movement. Can be dressed up or used everyday.”
