Watches under microscope Video, vol. 10 Proxima PX1683
Today I would like to present you the Chinese Proxima PX1683 watch. It is a 200 grams weighing beast with a monocoque case, inside of which beats a Seiko NH35 movement. In this particular case, the movement is tuned so that with normal daily wear and nightly putting it away in the watch box, even after a week, it is accurate to the second.
The craftsmanship is unmatched for the price of around $200, and I especially have to commend the polished surfaces of the case and their transition into the brushed parts. The fully luminous scale bezel rotates accurately with clearly defined cranks.
The macro shots show a mess on the dial in places, otherwise the watch is superbly crafted even at this level.
As always, excuse the quality of the shots, which were taken with a kids' microscope. At the same time, keep in mind that thanks to the lighting and extreme magnification, even those defects that are otherwise hidden to the eye of the observer stand out. In this case, the blue glare of the AR is visible and some images are out of focus due to the extreme angle and convexity of the glass.
Vide can be found here: https://youtu.be/uTblHTokuIE?si=GBtkf1HrCp2ilAXC
Watch collector and hobby watch photographer. I enjoy all types of affordable watches. I really like beauty in detail and my favorite watches must be well-made.
What movement is inside this?
What movement is inside this?
Good old Seiko NH35
Nothing can ruin the enjoyment of a watch (for the OCD) more than a macro shot.
Nothing can ruin the enjoyment of a watch (for the OCD) more than a macro shot.
Yes, but there are brands which can be good even on macro level. My photography hobby give me advice that I should avoid Seiko, Citizen and Orient mechanical watches under some amount. They are simply really bad.
Yes, but there are brands which can be good even on macro level. My photography hobby give me advice that I should avoid Seiko, Citizen and Orient mechanical watches under some amount. They are simply really bad.
There are scores of Seiko,Citizen, and Seiko owners who will disagree. Look close enough at anything and you'll find a percieved flaw. If I can't see it with the naked eye-it ain't there.