Redfire1066 11,163 Posted December 5, 2023 8 minutes ago, Pesman said: I have the reverse version but still not sure....not the most legible, strangely but defo a great BB chrono homage Sent from my SM-G977B using Tapatalk I think it is a fabulous watch . . well made, good QC's, proportionate, reliable time keeping, nice (stolen) desgin .... they nailed it with one .. . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pesman 9,461 Posted December 5, 2023 I think it is a fabulous watch . . well made, good QC's, proportionate, reliable time keeping, nice (stolen) desgin .... they nailed it with one .. . San Martin are up there with Octopus Kraken as one of the top Ali brands. I'm a homage convert...Sent from my SM-G977B using Tapatalk 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Redfire1066 11,163 Posted December 5, 2023 @Pesman .. . sadly, I missed out on the Limited Edtion Octopus Kraken NTTD with the Titanium case and strap . ... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pesman 9,461 Posted December 5, 2023 [mention=44524]Pesman[/mention] .. . sadly, I missed out on the Limited Edtion Octopus Kraken NTTD with the Titanium case and strap . ... I feel a hunt coming on....Sent from my SM-G977B using Tapatalk Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Redfire1066 11,163 Posted December 5, 2023 Just now, Pesman said: I feel a hunt coming on.... Sent from my SM-G977B using Tapatalk Good luck my friend, I tried and tried without success and that was with an ongoing search a month after they released it .. I even emailed them asking if they had the parts available to put that watch together . .. . emmm . .. no Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pesman 9,461 Posted December 5, 2023 Another one from the 11.11 sale...no wonder I'm broke... A stunning PD PO America's Cup Homage. Build quality and finish amazing. Sapphire and Seiko NH35 for £40 delivered! Knocks the pants off the rep, and date move to 6 is great...just a shame its not a solid back... Sent from my SM-G977B using Tapatalk Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BadApple 13,211 Posted December 6, 2023 On 29/11/2023 at 07:35, Pesman said: I know...dare you...I'll buy it off you after..we can compare notes Sent from my SM-G977B using Tapatalk Arriving today !!!! Fastest shipping from China ever !! - will piccie it up and report Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pesman 9,461 Posted December 6, 2023 Arriving today !!!! Fastest shipping from China ever !! - will piccie it up and report Prepare to be underwhelmed.. but £35!! Shame as a better movement would have made it good. Reduced size is much better...Today's offering.. Seiko Samurai-like homage. Really nice. Much prefer hands set to SeikoSent from my SM-G977B using Tapatalk 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Callumz 44 Posted December 6, 2023 21 hours ago, Pesman said: Another one from the 11.11 sale...no wonder I'm broke... A stunning PD PO America's Cup Homage. Build quality and finish amazing. Sapphire and Seiko NH35 for £40 delivered! Knocks the pants off the rep, and date move to 6 is great...just a shame its not a solid back... Sent from my SM-G977B using Tapatalk Is there a link for this? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pesman 9,461 Posted December 6, 2023 Is there a link for this?https://a.aliexpress.com/_EzsBumz Be aware prices go up and down like yo yo's best wIting for the sales...or following sellers to get vouchers...my try one of the other colours then If its OK, I'll drop links in as I show them, it can get confusing picking suppliers etc Sent from my SM-G977B using Tapatalk Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pesman 9,461 Posted December 6, 2023 Prepare to be underwhelmed.. but £35!! Shame as a better movement would have made it good. Reduced size is much better...Today's offering.. Seiko Samurai-like homage. Really nice. Much prefer hands set to SeikoSent from my SM-G977B using TapatalkI owe them a partial apology. Lovely bracelet (screwed links) but movement still vert annoyingSent from my SM-G977B using Tapatalk Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Redfire1066 11,163 Posted December 6, 2023 @BadApple Looks a lot of bang for the bucks .. .. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
splke 4,429 Posted December 7, 2023 Seestern today 40mm iwc homage Really nice well built thing good leather band with qr pins seiko nh35 engine iirc Sapphire crystal 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
splke 4,429 Posted December 8, 2023 From PD as I wanted a 2 tone to try I wanted the Tissot but it was only 40mm in the style I liked Then I ordered the certina ds but for 700 quid it wasn't all that This was about 50 quid and does the job I suppose {hate the cyclops} 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pesman 9,461 Posted December 10, 2023 Today it's my favourite homage...All the looks and functionality (Inc 1000m WR) got to be better than the rep? £350...Sent from my SM-G977B using Tapatalk 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Redfire1066 11,163 Posted December 11, 2023 I have had few of the legandery Seiko SBDX MM300's including the SBDX001, SBSX012 and they where commented on regularly.... I no longer own the Gen's but earlier this year I was feeling the need to find a value replacement. Now, I don't know if it is just because I have casually worn this Addiesdive Homage more often than I wore the Gen's . . .. .. . but it also receives many compliments. I purchased this watch from @AndyBlue here on RWG back in March . . . .. . Over the years I read a few articles and the concensus is that the Merkur SBDX MM300 Homage was outstanding (if you can find one, no longer made I think) and Proxima also up there (now offereing movement choices, removable caseback and many dial options too). .. the Addiesdive for sure is a value proposition . .. . Shown below on a Strapecode Super Angus Jubilee Bracelet . . which changes the balance, comfort and look of the watch for the better.. . .. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FudgyDocker 3,509 Posted December 11, 2023 On 05/12/2023 at 12:48, Redfire1066 said: sadly, I missed out on the Limited Edtion Octopus Kraken NTTD with the Titanium case and strap . ... There's one on eBay for £197.00 (£310 if you select the SW-200 movement). I don't know what the original price was, and if that is extortionate!https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/185096841549?chn=ps&_ul=GB&var=693255370163&norover=1&mkevt=1&mkrid=710-134428-41853-0&mkcid=2&mkscid=101&itemid=693255370163_185096841549&targetid=1403035015347&device=c&mktype=pla_with_promotion&googleloc=1006808&poi=&campaignid=17218284410&mkgroupid=142217514411&rlsatarget=pla-1403035015347&abcId=9300867&merchantid=566598244&gclid=CjwKCAiAg9urBhB_EiwAgw88mSj9UuJPWhnNqpTewvxVEGGh-D7h7P7UZIyg7Y3CnFbksPWDrPwF5xoC56kQAvD_BwE 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Redfire1066 11,163 Posted December 11, 2023 4 minutes ago, FudgyDocker said: There's one on eBay for £197.00. I don't know what the original price was, and if that is extortionate!https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/185096841549?chn=ps&_ul=GB&var=693255370163&norover=1&mkevt=1&mkrid=710-134428-41853-0&mkcid=2&mkscid=101&itemid=693255370163_185096841549&targetid=1403035015347&device=c&mktype=pla_with_promotion&googleloc=1006808&poi=&campaignid=17218284410&mkgroupid=142217514411&rlsatarget=pla-1403035015347&abcId=9300867&merchantid=566598244&gclid=CjwKCAiAg9urBhB_EiwAgw88mSj9UuJPWhnNqpTewvxVEGGh-D7h7P7UZIyg7Y3CnFbksPWDrPwF5xoC56kQAvD_BwE @FudgyDocker .. . cheers , unfortunately this the widely available steel case & steel strap version, not the titanium Ltd Ed, .. . I think eventually .. . I will inevitably have to settle for this version .. . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pesman 9,461 Posted December 11, 2023 PD 007 commander...today And I lapsed and treated myself to this SeamasteHomage for £70 I like that Onega didnt do the blue bezel with white...I think Sent from my SM-G977B using Tapatalk 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pesman 9,461 Posted December 12, 2023 OK NTTD on NATOesque strapSent from my SM-G977B using Tapatalk 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pesman 9,461 Posted December 12, 2023 Ooh..look what Thorn are selling with PT-5000 Hi-beat movements...vintage C3 lume and titanium anyone?.... Just found this amazing item on AliExpress. Check it out! £164.52 50%OFF | THORN Homage 39mm Titanium Watch For Men Vintage PT5000 Movement Automatic Sapphire Crystal BGW-9 Super Luminous 200M Waterproofhttps://a.aliexpress.com/_Exn6xZR Bit cheaper than a rep...just need to wait for sale.. Sent from my SM-G977B using Tapatalk Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alan32 852 Posted December 12, 2023 Bought this of Ali in the sale thinking it was a Breitling homage (Duh!) When it arrived I realised it was Pagani photocopy....sorry design version of the Speedmaster 57 The finish is great and the crystal is astonishing and I have saved £8,500 too boot! The bracelet was pretty poor so it's now on a Geckota "Jubilee". 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites