Mint chocolate chip review
Why I chose this one for my March out of my comfort zone challenge.
Smaller than I’m use to at 38mm
Micro brand I have never owed.
Chronograph, although I’m getting to be a hugh fan.
Trendy, gimmicky, hype watch. Themed after food.
March is a month I associate with the color green.
With all that being said, I absolutely enjoyed the hell out of this watch! it’s vibrant eye catching and just super fun to wear.
Invented in England back in 1973 (my birth year by the way) by a student, mint chocolate chip has gone on to become one of the most popular ice cream flavours in modern times - but why stop at ice cream? This classic combination of chocolate and mint is currently being used in cosmetics, air fresheners, personal lubricants (thanks Wikipedia for this gem) and now… in a mechanical watch!
Generation 2:
For the second generation of this model, they partnered with a number of British independents doing thier part in helping the sector grow. This model is Assembled in Great Britain, and is supplied on a handmade Alran Chevre Goatskin strap courtesy of The Strap Tailor.
Case dimensions:
D38.5mm * W13.6mm (10.8mm excluding crystal)
Additional dimensions:
20mm Lug width, 44.5mm Lug to lug
Architecture:
3-part case construction
Material:
316L Stainless Steel
Crystal:
Sapphire crystals (Double domed front and flat exhibition back)
Lume:
Super-LumiNova C3
Water-resistance:
5 ATM
Movement type:
Seagull Manual Winding ST-1901 with a silver coloured Swan Neck regulator
Band:
20mm tapered to 16mm
Dial:
2-layer with a satin sandblast base dial and coarse dégradé top dial
There are just a few complaints I have, however they are minor and overall I would recommend anyone that can get one of these on the wrist and play with it for a while do so. It has a classy playful dial that changes with lighting and angles. Keeps decent time and is comfortable to wear. I would not pay over the retail price, especially for second hand.
Mint chocolate chip review
Yes
No
- Dial is clean and balanced for 38mm
- Open case back with decorative movement is well finished and nice to look at
- Price at retail is fair
- The crown is Sturdy for hand winding
- Well packaged simple with a nice travel pouch
- The strap tapers too much for my liking. This is a personal preference although it’s comfortable however it is way too thin for my wrist.
- Absolutely impossible to read in low, lighting or at night
- I know these older movements are hit or miss so no suprise mine is running about +35 seconds a day
- It’s a dressy watch, but a little more water resistance wouldn’t hurt.
50 year old Dad who travels a lot. Lover of time and all its Keepers!
Great review, thanks for the post 👏
Great review, studio underdog is one microbrand I've been curious about and dig their unique designs
I'm surprised by how fast you're movement is running given that #studiounderd0g outsource their regulating and qc. Maybe this one got missed somehow.
I’m a bit surprised to hear that the watch might not be regulated at Studio Underdog?
I almost hit Buy Now button for V2 but just didn’t need a chronograph.
Had to send mine for repair under warranty last week. So far the process was swift and painless, but I have no idea how long I am down a watch for.
I'm surprised by how fast you're movement is running given that #studiounderd0g outsource their regulating and qc. Maybe this one got missed somehow.
I assume it could be a one off I’m thinking about sending it back. It honestly doesn’t throw me off that bad however, it could progress.
I’m a bit surprised to hear that the watch might not be regulated at Studio Underdog?
I almost hit Buy Now button for V2 but just didn’t need a chronograph.
I haven’t looked into that yet, and there’s not a lot of reviews and information on the Q4 consider they’ve been out well over two years. I appreciate the feedback.
Had to send mine for repair under warranty last week. So far the process was swift and painless, but I have no idea how long I am down a watch for.
I’m definitely considering the same thing. Keep us posted on how long it takes.! Thank you
All of Richard's designs are super fun and approachable.
All of Richard's designs are super fun and approachable.
That’s a killer collection!
I’m definitely considering the same thing. Keep us posted on how long it takes.! Thank you
It came back today with a new movement. Great communication all along. Pretty quick turnaround.
I have not measured the accuracy now. It's not a big concern. My chronograph had simply died.
It came back today with a new movement. Great communication all along. Pretty quick turnaround.
I have not measured the accuracy now. It's not a big concern. My chronograph had simply died.
Good to hear! Customer service goes along way