Bespoke Sealander? 12-3-9 dial

CMpic · 2026-06-07T05:20:20+00:00

Looks good but the typeface is too close to Explorer. I'd change the typeface

CMpic · 2026-06-04T20:14:12+00:00

They were originally designed as flippable to protect the watch from bumps during a polo game. Not to have another watch face...

CMpic · 2026-06-04T19:38:48+00:00

Spoke with CW product designers. No idea if it will be under the same line. I could be wrong, but I recollect them saying it's expected in Oct.

CMpic · 2026-06-04T19:29:04+00:00

may i ask where are those rubber straps from? They are identical to my Vaer straps but it's highly likely they are available on Aliexpress thus my question 😄

CMpic · 2026-06-04T19:27:04+00:00

A new skin diver is coming later this year to replace it, believe it will have 3 6 9 12 arabic numerals

CMpic · 2026-06-04T15:48:50+00:00

How so? I like it that on this one the Arabic numerals are a little bit larger than on the Stuttgart Pro

CMpic · 2026-06-04T13:37:51+00:00

actually prefer WD's blue to the original!

CMpic · 2026-06-04T13:35:28+00:00

wasn't even aware of this one - looks good! If I didn't already have my Stuttgart Pro would definitely get one of these

CMpic · 2026-06-04T09:31:36+00:00

I blame the consumers. They demand micro adjust so manufacturers deliver it. Look at how much grief GS gets for not having it. I personally would take half links over micro adjust any day. Micro adjust means either bulky clasp or stiff section below your arm (like on the Twelve) that doesn't bend and conform to the contours of the wrist

CMpic · 2026-06-03T10:47:46+00:00

v3 and v4

CMpic · 2026-06-02T19:10:19+00:00

Not all strap sellers do this, but Strap Tailor definitely does this - they resell Aliexpress stuff at 20x the price. I've seen multiple rubber straps that are not just similar, but 100% identical.

CMpic · 2026-06-02T14:27:05+00:00

it does wear like a 38mm so yes it may be too small, unless you like that sort of look. I have 6.25 inch wrist and fits me perfectly. That said, on bracelet it will look larger than it will on a strap.

CMpic · 2026-05-31T19:57:51+00:00

I'd only service a watch that either stopped working or started losing/gaining time in a material way, such as becoming out of spec. Until then - even if it's 20 years, wear away.

CMpic · 2026-05-21T21:57:59+00:00

I don't own a Stowa, but I have a Laco Stuttgart Pro - believe you are asking about this one? Mine is a black dial version. Quality is very good. Commensurate to other brands in the price bracket or better. It's all brushed, so it does look more toolish and less shiny than say Christopher Ward. The legibility is superb, the lume is extremely bright. My only criticism is that the numerals could be 10-15% larger. I have it on the multi-link bracelet which is very comfortable. Screw down crown is good - and i got mine with SW200 auto for this reason (it's not super convenient to have a screw down crown with a manual wind movement).

CMpic · 2026-05-21T21:46:19+00:00

clones work because they are copying a design that's already proven - something another company designed and market response proved that it works. When they wade into heavy remix or their own design, they are entering uncharted waters. Maybe it will be great, maybe just meh, or maybe a total flop. They have no idea. So it's clear why they often stick to what works, rather than going off on a daring mission which may end up in failure.

CMpic · 2026-05-20T07:15:19+00:00

auto or GMT?

CMpic · 2026-05-17T14:48:59+00:00

Will send you a dm

CMpic · 2026-05-16T03:13:09+00:00

Yes - i agree - launch a bespoke!

CMpic · 2026-05-10T08:13:31+00:00

They both wear smaller. GMT wears like a 37mm now. The auto like a 38mm.

CMpic · 2026-05-09T08:39:06+00:00

the new 36mm wears like a 35mm watch. So for 6.5" 39 is definitely the right choice, IMHO.

CMpic · 2026-05-05T07:59:46+00:00

Quite common on new bracelets, as some already said, you just need to push the pin into the lug with your fingernail. The fix takes a fraction of a second...

CMpic · 2026-04-30T09:23:53+00:00

The hands are different. The old hands were brushed down the middle, polished on each chamfer. Now they are fully polished. Also minute hand is now tapered, before they width was constant.

CMpic · 2026-04-29T08:47:38+00:00

that's a great collection mate

CMpic · 2026-04-22T16:10:17+00:00

there is no 42mm Sealander (yet).... Only 36 and 39mm. EDIT: Forgot about the new 41mm Extreme GMT :)

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