Vulcain Nautique : My new watch purchase and my search for the right skindiver for me
Hi everybody,
Absolutely in love with my new watch 😊
I had the bad idea to have a visit at my local AD yesterday and tried on different watches that were on my radar. I knew that on paper the vulcain was the perfect watch for me and I had an eye on it since it was released …but I didn’t expect to like it that much. I just purchased it on the spot and couldn’t be happier.
I already own some nice watches and was looking for a nice slim, vintage sized NO DATE! skindiver under 2k for weekends and situations were I just don’t want to wear expensive watches ( on holiday, at a concert, barbecue). I had other brands under my radar , like squale, Oris, or Wolbrook, but this one won me over. I am very very impressed by build quality and finishing of the watch (especially that polished bevel on an otherly completely brushed case). As I understand , the movement is not exceptional ( eta 2824) but reliable and easily servicable. Trying different straps, natos since yesterday, and I must say it pairs really well with most of them.
As I said, I have some nice watches ( explorer, black bay, speedmaster) and I am very surprised about how much I get from this watch for the price. Honestly, my Spb143 feels “cheap” in comparison and might leave the collection
Looks amazing! Do they offer a Steel bracelet?
Vary nice!!
Looks amazing! Do they offer a Steel bracelet?
Don’t think so. Oddly sorry only leather band
That’s a good looking watch.
Sexy!
Congratulations on a beautiful timepiece.
What an absolute stunner, i can understand why you could not leave it. 🤌🤌
Looking good! I have this one on my list somewhere. I think Guillaume is doing a fantastic job with all these resurrections.
Looking great!
Pair it with an Artem strap - waterproof sailcloth that you can swim dive with it.
https://artemstraps.com
I think the eta 2824 is exceptional - it is a work horse movement it just goes and goes, it can take a beating, the shocks the bumps etc - and if something goes wrong - no matter where in the world you are any reputable watch shop can fix it and get parts - it is so ubiquitous - that Sellita & Soprod have their exact clones - SW200 & P024
Pair it with an Artem strap - waterproof sailcloth that you can swim dive with it.
https://artemstraps.com
I think the eta 2824 is exceptional - it is a work horse movement it just goes and goes, it can take a beating, the shocks the bumps etc - and if something goes wrong - no matter where in the world you are any reputable watch shop can fix it and get parts - it is so ubiquitous - that Sellita & Soprod have their exact clones - SW200 & P024
You are right about the 2824 👍
I happen to own an artem strap….it just looks fantastic and adds a premium feel to the watch 😍
Lovely watch! In what way does the vulcain make the Spb143 feel cheap?
Better movement, better finishing, brushing is on another level…I would rather compare the vulcain to watches in 2-3 k range
Better movement, better finishing, brushing is on another level…I would rather compare the vulcain to watches in 2-3 k range
That’s really cool thank you . I preordered one a couple of days ago. Can’t wait! How would you compare the bezel action on the vulcain to the Seikos?
That’s really cool thank you . I preordered one a couple of days ago. Can’t wait! How would you compare the bezel action on the vulcain to the Seikos?
It is aligned 🤣
But seriously, both feel great
Hi Perudo, somehow missed your post at the time! I'm really interested in this model but no way to try before I buy in the UK. Can you tell me 3 months on if you've had any issues with the skin diver? Especially anything with the crown action or any concerns a would-be buyer should be aware of? Thanks.
Hi Perudo, somehow missed your post at the time! I'm really interested in this model but no way to try before I buy in the UK. Can you tell me 3 months on if you've had any issues with the skin diver? Especially anything with the crown action or any concerns a would-be buyer should be aware of? Thanks.
Hy,
No issues to report so far, and the watch still gets a lot of wrist presence.
Actually I am on holiday right now and only took the vulcain with me. Been on the beach, in the water, snorkeling all week with the nautique on my wrist
Hy,
No issues to report so far, and the watch still gets a lot of wrist presence.
Actually I am on holiday right now and only took the vulcain with me. Been on the beach, in the water, snorkeling all week with the nautique on my wrist
Thank you. Definitely leaning towards this over anything else on the market so thanks for getting back to me!
Just come across this post.. stunning watch! It’s this or the aquastar model 60 for me.. this might have sealed the deal on my next one ☝️
Just come across this post.. stunning watch! It’s this or the aquastar model 60 for me.. this might have sealed the deal on my next one ☝️
can't go wrong with both! both are great choices.
still happy with mine 👍
can't go wrong with both! both are great choices.
still happy with mine 👍
Thanks 👍
Definitely have my eye on this one.