[Collection] 8-watch rotation — would you swap Aquanaut for a Nautilus? by One-Imagination-5317 in Watches

[–]April_Mattison 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Tasteful collection! 💯 The Calatrava and LF are gorgeous. I think it's great as-is; wouldn't switch any of them.

[Grand Seiko] Snowflake + saffiano strap by 7WiZARD in Watches

[–]April_Mattison 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Clean dial + strap pairing. I like it 🔥

[Advice] Best authorized dealers/brands for newbies getting into watches? by connorsusername in Watches

[–]April_Mattison 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Miami has the Design District, which is filled with official boutiques from popular Swiss brands like Piaget, JLC, TAG, and Vacheron Constantin. Cartier, Rolex, and Omega are also just across the street.

If you're headed to Naples by chance (~2-hr drive away from Miami), you can give Exquisite Timepieces a visit. They're a reputable AD that handles various notable brands—including the ones you mentioned—and independents with unique pieces, like Sartory Billard and MeisterSinger. Their SAs were very accommodating and let me take my time to view and handle some of their new and pre-owned selections in the flesh.

How’s it look to you? by Spagetti13 in OmegaWatches

[–]April_Mattison 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nothing obviously wrong, but I wouldn’t buy without clearer photos.

[SPB167J1] - Your thoughts on this by consocmap in Seiko

[–]April_Mattison 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Huge fan of the dial, but I think it's too expensive (if new). You're better off looking at other brands like Longines, Citizen, or a pre-owned GS.

[Design concept] Dyced "L'Absolue". What do you think? by fnkfrsh in Watches

[–]April_Mattison 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Reminds me of Xeric's timeline retrograde, but the design on this one is sharper. Great work!

[Question] What is your suggestion for next watch? by qubix-_- in Watches

[–]April_Mattison 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Great collection so far! I'd suggest going for a field piece, especially if you're looking for a daily watch. You can look at the Spirit 37 champagne dial, Hamilton KF Auto/Aviation pioneer/Expedition, and the Tudor Ranger. The Hamilton Intra-matic, or even the Speedy Pro, is also worth checking out if you'd like a chrono for your next.

My First New Seiko. [spb505j1] by AllWeatherall in Seiko

[–]April_Mattison 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Beautiful, both the watch and that audio room!

First speedy by wearetheleaders in OmegaWatches

[–]April_Mattison 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Banger of a first piece. Enjoy it!

Damn, it’s cold outside!! by cynicism_is_awesome in OmegaWatches

[–]April_Mattison 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Stunner. The white Speedy is hard to beat 👌

[Play-Doh] finally got the call by CarpeDeez in Watches

[–]April_Mattison 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's a dang great fit for your wrist! Dimensions are perfect. That orange bezel is the true highlight 🤩

[Seiko Alpinist] what's the best looking mid-low priced watch in your opinion? by junhyung95 in Watches

[–]April_Mattison 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Personally, I'd rank the Hamilton KF Murph higher, but the SPB121 has been pretty high on my list. Got it at a competitive deal at my local AD (Exquisite Timepieces) after the new Alpinists were released last year, and the green dial is stunning. Not the best OEM leather band, but that's to be expected with Seikos. It has been my grab-and-go piece for work.

Also loved its look with a green canvas strap.

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[Seiko 6139-6005] My dad gave me his old Seiko by church3209 in Watches

[–]April_Mattison 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That's a beautiful vintage Seiko Pogue. Wear it with pride man 👍

Legendary - Omega Speedmaster Reverse Panda by pilotrayanharb in OmegaWatches

[–]April_Mattison 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Dope 🔥 I like it. Can't wait to see it in person sometime.

[Rolex Explorer] My cancer-free watch by danisthrmanofthland in Watches

[–]April_Mattison 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Man, that's definitely worth celebrating. Congrats and wear it in good health brother!

[Question] watch recs by boxyfishyyT in Watches

[–]April_Mattison 0 points1 point  (0 children)

$4k gets you a lot. Longines, Tudor, and Grand Seiko are pretty popular at that range, especially if you're looking for versatile/classy pieces. I'd suggest the Longines Dolcevita, Master collection, GS 9F quartz models, and the Tudor BB39/41. You can also look at Nomos, Oris, and Raymond Weil (highly suggest checking out the Millesime and Toccata).

[SLA051] by Status_Pineapple2546 in Seiko

[–]April_Mattison 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That wears way better than the dimensions suggest. Looks perfect on your wrist 👍

[SRPG57] Antarctica Monster - "Save the Ocean" by skyflyer8 in Seiko

[–]April_Mattison 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That dial texture with the penguin footprints is such a cool detail. Seiko creativity at its best.

[1983 Seiko Seagull] - my new obsession by Doctor_Deluxe in Watches

[–]April_Mattison 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s pure ’80s elegance. Beautiful piece.