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cheaper, but just as good.
Sometimes aftermarket is better.
Looking forward to BB58 GMT
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Thanks for the honest question. My thoughts:
(1) Tone of Gilt: I find that 99% of the time, gilt watches look cheap. Something about the tone and quality of gilt used on the dial and bezel in the bb58 feels more premium.
(2) Dial Elements: From the applied markers to the handset, everything on the BB58 dial looks fantastic under a macro lens. Nothing revolutionary, just really well executed.
(3) Wrist Feel: The BB58 just seems to hug my wrist really well. It feels even thinner than it is, yet maintains a solid presence simultaneously.
(4) Red 12’Oclcok Triangle: This might seem like a small detail, but I find adds a ton of character.
(5) Crown and winding: winding the movement feels buttery smooth and the crown feels solid (I had a Zodiac Seawolf which I liked overall, but the crown action felt like cheap plastic).
Behind all of the above, there is the intangible felling you get when you actually try the watch on. If you haven’t yet, I recommend you do and let me know if you agree!
I ordered it from WatchGecko, and the model is “Original TROPIC Dive Watch Strap - Army Green”. I think they usually run a 10% discount code
Ok, just saw that you also have an FXD. We’re twinning! Also looks like you have an SPB 143? I’ve been eying it :P
For me the santos could be a one watch collection, which makes it high value for money (IMO). I understand it might be too dressy for some to be a one watch collection.
It’s from WatchGecko and the item name is “Ridge British Milatary Brown”.
Good to meet a fellow UTC owner!
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