Foxindebox 462 Posted July 12, 2017 Hi all, I just wanted to tell everyone about my latest must have... I've got a nice collection of Seiko's (as some of you may know) but have a Marine Master 300 shaped hole in my collection. Unfortunately funds are a bit tight at the moment and I can't stretch to the real thing. Luckily enough, I saw a recent thread with the Merkur Ocean Master homage (which is still in the prototype phase). The spec for this watch is as follows: - Case Size: 44*15MM. Strap Size : 20MM Movt: Merkur Cal811 (Miyota 9015) Case: Monoblock 316L SS. Bezel: Ceramic. Glass: Double-dome Saphire Hands: Swiss Blue Luminous. WR:300M Dial Markers: Swiss Blue Luminous. There has been a couple of delays as this was supposed to be done by May, but that has been pushed back to the end of August. I placed my order today and am waiting with baited breath to see how his turns out. The whiners over at watchuseek are already bitching about how this is a replica/fake not an homage (even though it has a sapphire crystal and ceramic bezel unlike the MM300). TBH, in a perverse way,that makes me want it even more now :D The maker (the same guy who did the Sharkey Seiko Homages) has just updated his eBay thread for the preorder with some in progress photos. Looking good! Not bad for $299 eh? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WatchDog21 3,345 Posted July 12, 2017 I am sure this will be a great watch, this is the same maker of my SBBN015 "Sharkey" homage. I had actually pre-ordered this one but after so many delays I cancelled and just bought the SDBX017 Kinda regret cancelling but I doubt it would get more wrist time over the Seiko. I put the Sharkey and the MM300 side by side yesterday for a small comparison of the movement sweep. The Sharkey is a solid build, this one should hopefully be the same. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mtmbiturbo 0 Posted July 12, 2017 Looking real nice ???? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wriggles 12 Posted July 12, 2017 I see the same seller has this at 100usd, 299usd and 1999usd!!!! The 1999 listing is off putting, why list the same watch multiple times at different prices, seems odd. That said I have a Sharkey 6105 already and it's decent for the money Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Foxindebox 462 Posted July 12, 2017 I am sure this will be a great watch, this is the same maker of my SBBN015 "Sharkey" homage. I had actually pre-ordered this one but after so many delays I cancelled and just bought the SDBX017 Kinda regret cancelling but I doubt it would get more wrist time over the Seiko. I put the Sharkey and the MM300 side by side yesterday for a small comparison of the movement sweep. The Sharkey is a solid build, this one should hopefully be the same. I must admit, I'm really jealous of your SDBX017, it's gorgeous :) I see the same seller has this at 100usd, 299usd and 1999usd!!!! The 1999 listing is off putting, why list the same watch multiple times at different prices, seems odd. That said I have a Sharkey 6105 already and it's decent for the money I think the different prices and listings were from different stages of the build. The $1999 was just advertising it (I don't think he expected anyone to buy at that price) and the $100 one was just a deposit, with the balance to be paid later. Now that it's quite close to being finished, he's taking pre-orders at full price. I thought "fuck it" and just took a punt on the full price listing. We'll see how it turns out... needless to say, I'll update the thread when I get more info ;) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WatchDog21 3,345 Posted July 12, 2017 I am sure this will be a great watch, this is the same maker of my SBBN015 "Sharkey" homage. I had actually pre-ordered this one but after so many delays I cancelled and just bought the SDBX017 Kinda regret cancelling but I doubt it would get more wrist time over the Seiko. I put the Sharkey and the MM300 side by side yesterday for a small comparison of the movement sweep. The Sharkey is a solid build, this one should hopefully be the same. I must admit, I'm really jealous of your SDBX017, it's gorgeous :) I see the same seller has this at 100usd, 299usd and 1999usd!!!!The 1999 listing is off putting, why list the same watch multiple times at different prices, seems odd. That said I have a Sharkey 6105 already and it's decent for the money I think the different prices and listings were from different stages of the build. The $1999 was just advertising it (I don't think he expected anyone to buy at that price) and the $100 one was just a deposit, with the balance to be paid later. Now that it's quite close to being finished, he's taking pre-orders at full price. I thought "fuck it" and just took a punt on the full price listing. We'll see how it turns out... needless to say, I'll update the thread when I get more info ;) Yeah, the different prices were based on Pre-Order. I probably should have just waited and rolled it if I did not want to keep it but oh well I took the $100 and put it towards the Seiko. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fatarms 7,759 Posted July 13, 2017 I really like this with the subtle hexagonal pearl and pinion. Really cool. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Boycie 473 Posted July 28, 2017 He's just listed his 200M Tuna Can and I'm in..........for this price it's bloody good value :) http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Merkur-Japan-Tuna-Can-Diver-Automatic-wristwatch-MarineMaster-NH35-SBBN015-Skull/182687197509?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&var=690005983399&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Genius 281 Posted July 28, 2017 He's got a lot of bargain own brand stuff for sale! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WatchDog21 3,345 Posted July 28, 2017 He's just listed his 200M Tuna Can and I'm in..........for this price is bloody good value :) http://www.ebay.com....872.m2749.l2649 You won't be disappointed! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cvp3 2,103 Posted July 29, 2017 I ordered the turtle as well for $136. Nice watches.....thanks for the heads up. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Boycie 473 Posted July 29, 2017 I ordered the turtle as well for $136. Nice watches.....thanks for the heads up. What's the link for the Turtle please? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cvp3 2,103 Posted July 29, 2017 I ordered the turtle as well for $136. Nice watches.....thanks for the heads up. What's the link for the Turtle please? http://www.ebay.com/itm/Japan-NH35-Tuna-Diver-Automatic-wristwatch-Marine-Master-Man-Turtle-6105-8110/172352129109?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&var=471205946463&_trksid=p2060353.m2749.l2649 $10 off + 1% eBay bucks rebate + 1.6% befrugal rebate = $136. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
be4real 0 Posted August 22, 2017 http://www.ebay.com/itm/Japan-NH35-Tuna-Can-Diver-Automatic-wristwatch-MarineMaster-Man-SBBN015-Sharkey/182477684075?_trkparms=aid%3D888007%26algo%3DDISC.MBE%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D45561%26meid%3D8f2343336b5c4d8f89ebb3ee25c14361%26pid%3D100009%26rk%3D2%26rkt%3D2%26sd%3D172352129109&_trksid=p2047675.c100009.m1982 The tuna is also a great watch - i´ve got one since 2 Month, and its really great. Accuracy +1sec/day Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cvp3 2,103 Posted August 22, 2017 I'm selling my MM300 homage. Well not exactly. I bought 2. LOL Absolutely blown away by these homages. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KarmaToBurn 1,419 Posted November 9, 2017 Sorry to bring back a dead thread... For those who got the Merkur MM300 how was it? I see that Sharkey (Heimdallr) also has an homage available. I've been very happy with my Sharkey SBBN015 so this one is tempting to me. https://item.taobao.com/item.htm?spm=a1z10.5-c.w4002-16329257982.14.6b2743386BJG7A&id=556945450828 Also interesting is the Uroborus 44mm Halios Puck homage that's coming out. It looks good but the 'sweeping second quartz' movement (what could that be?) has me hesitating to pull the trigger http://www.spreenow.com/taobao-agent/taobao/560675805386?option=com_jumi&fileid=27&shop=taobao&i=560675805386 This is the 48mm automatic version they released earlier this year Forgot about the Sharkey maker and their sterile 62MAS coming out too (it's just in renderings at the moment)... http://www.spreenow.com/taobao-agent/taobao/560959792351?option=com_jumi&fileid=27&shop=taobao&i=560959792351 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Foxindebox 462 Posted November 9, 2017 I cancelled my order in the end as the watch STILL isn't ready for shipping. I'm sure he's not scamming but I had other things to spend my money on Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KarmaToBurn 1,419 Posted November 9, 2017 36 minutes ago, Foxindebox said: I cancelled my order in the end as the watch STILL isn't ready for shipping. I'm sure he's not scamming but I had other things to spend my money on Bummer but I understand . I guess it's better that they keep working on it instead of shipping a POS. Was your original order placed through one of the Taobao buying agents or somewhere else? I noticed that Uroborus is also doing a MM300 homage so I guess they're all in on the game. I wonder how long it takes before the rep makers start putting Seiko on the dial? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Foxindebox 462 Posted November 9, 2017 It was through eBay mate. No trouble from the seller, refunded me immediately. Btw that sterile 62MAS looks the shit!!! I might have to get one of those... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KarmaToBurn 1,419 Posted November 9, 2017 52 minutes ago, Foxindebox said: It was through eBay mate. No trouble from the seller, refunded me immediately. Btw that sterile 62MAS looks the shit!!! I might have to get one of those... Sharkey has a direct website where they are currently selling a pre-order of a branded version of the 62MAS and a bronze 6105 https://www.fiftyfourwatch.com/watches Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Foxindebox 462 Posted November 9, 2017 Cheers mate! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FL13 511 Posted January 4, 2018 Anyone get the Merkur 9015? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FunnyStarSystem 7,537 Posted January 4, 2018 Too many colors to choose from on the 62, decisions, decisions - great links in here, thanks guys Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WatchDog21 3,345 Posted January 4, 2018 Like the looks of the bronze one and it would be tempting but Seiko has the bronze turtle out as well; about $50 more than the Fifty Four's depending on where you look. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cvp3 2,103 Posted January 4, 2018 Love my Sharkeys. Also have a black PVD turtle inbound now. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites