“Sold on the beauty of the watch, not the details.
I was hesitant to spend $600 dollars on a watch, knowing the components did not necessarily add up to the price tag. The watch runs on a Seiko NH38 (which I can buy many watches with this movement for considerably less.) The screw down crown is not as smooth as most of my other watches and the "lume" leaves a lot to be desired. In addition, this watch only came with two nylon straps. If strictly looking at specs, a buyer can do a lot better for the price. However, I was in awe over the beauty of this watch.
Strictly, from a practicality point-of-view: almost all watches fall short of their price. This is why we love watches, the value of a single watch is intrinsically different for every single person.
Outside of the mechanical components: this watch has been an absolute pleasure on my wrist. The value shines through with the stunning appearance. The vintage look and depth of the dial make this watch one I cannot stop "watching." The domed crystal and textured dial are a stunning pair that play off each other amazingly well. The thick applied numbers add even more depth, and at 35mm, you forget you have it on.
**If you think 35mm is going to be too small, it is not. The sheer boldness of this watch makes it wear a lot bigger than its size. There is a quiet modesty to this watch in this size: I believe 35mm is the perfect compliment to this watch.
This is why I decided to spend the $600 on this watch. Production costs were cut in the forms of the "unseen" components to present the buyer with a watch of stunning visual effects and presence. After wearing this watch for a few days, I can say that the $600 price tag is a good value for me! What say you?”
