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If I’m buying a rubber or leather strap, in my experience it’s worth it to pay more (typically at least $50) in order to get something that’s both comfortable and resilient. If I’m buying a Nato, I never spend more than $25, because there‘s no reason to. Archer straps in particular are surprisingly good, especially considering that you can often get them for around $15.
I have a lot of Casios that all get used as beaters now and again, because I can replace most of them for around $20. If I want to wear something mechanical, inexpensive, and rugged but still looks great, I wear my Orient Mako II.
I have an Uncle Seiko tropic, and it just won’t break in. After more than a year it still gets to be uncomfortable if I wear it all day, so there’s that to consider. Maybe the waffle will be different, but my experience has soured me to US a bit.
That’s what holds me back from seriously considering watches like this one and the Ciga Blue Planet. They’re neat watches and blow the claim that all Chinese watches are poor quality out of the water, but what happens in a few years when you need to service it? It’s not just Chinese watches, either. Take Bulova. They’re still alive and kicking, but even with the kind of heritage they have it’s hard to find anyone who can service a vintage Spaceview.
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