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Obris Morgan explorer

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James.

Arrived today, no point posting pics as Baxters are better than anything I can do on a camera phone at work.

 

For $280 IMO this is better value than the recent Seiko SRP455 monster.

 

Solid watch without being too top heavy a la DSSD, I personally love the lug shape, very GMT2, a bit chunkier but the watch is all the better for it. Obris have really gone about designing their own watch than piggybacking off someone else's design here.

 

Some of the finish could be better, the clasp of course, but one thing that is getting on my nerves is the AR on the xtal, or lack there of, really gives the impression that the dial colour is different than the bezel. Mine is black brushed but this is probably exemplified on the blue too.

 

The bezel if quite nice, gives off a faux ceramic matt look in some light (looooove ceramics ) and contrary to my previous ambivalence, the bracelet is quite nice, adds a little bit of retro cool to the modern case/bezel combo without going overboard.

 

Dial, look, very minimalist but that was obvious, and clean, simple and neat. I don't mind it being date-less, but a window @6 would also work without overcomplicating the look. I do have one qualm (not about the lume, haven't tested it yet) the dial is very, vey flat. IMO it seems to be crying out for something raised or some applied markers to play off the thick bezel structure. With the bracelet, bezel, HE valve, there's a lot going on with the watch, the dial can cope and hold its own, but a little more texture would make it even better.

 

Lovely watch, highly recommended :thumbsup:

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gran

wristshots???????????

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James.

Settle down, they'll come when I get onto a computer :lol:

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James.

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gran

Impressive!! Now I wait for the lume shot :P !

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markeym3

Looking really nice ,, can't wait for mine

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SeptemberSun

Definitely getting one of these! Thanks for posting mate

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HWG

nice, James. Mine is expected to arrive tomorrow, according to Fedex. :)

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mellons

interweb video review here

 

 

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mellons

am thinking of a trade for a blue dial version with brushed finish just to see what its like

 

also polished finish might be interesting.....

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mrtsumoto80

Are they still in business? Seems their dealers are not carrying them anymore Long Island Watch for example:

 

 

NOTE: Island Watch has not been able to communicate with this manufacturer. Our attempts to get information and new products have gone unanswered. We appreciate your interest in these watches. We just are unable to get any response from the company.

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Mike on a bike

Go here their site: http://www.obrismorgan.com/

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mrtsumoto80

Go here their site: http://www.obrismorgan.com/

 

Ya I spoke with Joshua at Obris Morgan yesterday, great guy, we exchanged a couple emails, they will be releasing another batch by November along with some new models.

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profsteve

so they won't have any more watches until November 2014, is that correct? Hope I can remember to check them then

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Tekkes

The Pradata model just opened pre-ordering today. Looks sweet imo.

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Mazz

that Pradata looks nice

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Helldiver

Damn! Damn! Damn!

Another watch to buy...damned enablers!

 

 

+1

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mtbkr65

I've owned several Obris morgan pieces and for the price it is an outstanding value. Be warned that the lume is pretty inconsistent and weak, here is my Explorer with new hands and a relume. apeqeqaj.jpg

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mrtsumoto80

The Pradata model just opened pre-ordering today. Looks sweet imo.

 

 

Got their email but I'm not sold on the pradata, it's a great value but I will pass

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James.

Dislike the bezel on the new one. Yuck

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TheSav

Personally i like the pradata. I sold my Nevon to fund the purchase of one.

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Thrichar
Personally i like the pradata. I sold my Nevon to fund the purchase of one.

 

Thanks for this mate, hadn't realised they had opened pre-order and now of course I have to have one - blasted, yellow font with painted hands.....love it!

 

All your fault - you sold me the Explorer and got me onto the brand ;)

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TheSav

Glad I could be of help. I opted for brushed with orange font and matching seconds hand.

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Mike on a bike

Never selling my Nevon.............

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ach2012

Very cool

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