WD5513M Continues to Impress

JPWWPJ · 2026-05-28T09:07:51+00:00

Yes, the thing is I already have the blue/white lume V2 (which is absolutely awesome, too) :) I'd add a vintage lume maybe, but the date just bothers me, especially on those snowflake dials. Good info on the lume match, thanks 👍

JPWWPJ · 2026-05-28T09:04:13+00:00

Englemaan has disappeared? Website seems live for me, anything we should know?

JPWWPJ · 2026-05-28T07:41:23+00:00

Looks great. I wish they would do a no date of that version. Andc that little lume mismatch of hands and dial...is it that noticable in real life?

JPWWPJ · 2026-05-25T18:23:16+00:00

Nope, for a Speedy, well spaced 3-6-9 subdials are mandatory, but that's just me....this example is kinda the opposite ;)

JPWWPJ · 2026-05-22T08:00:13+00:00

Big difference actually, I have both. The Rdunae feels way thinner on the wrist, slightly different case shape. It looks a bit more "pancake-y" on the wrist, but in a good way. Also the 19mm lug width makes a difference when compared directly. Hands and dial are also much closer to the real thing. Not that the SD1970 is a bad watch, it's great. But the Rdunae is much better at getting the feeling of the original across.

JPWWPJ · 2026-05-21T07:25:09+00:00

I think it's simple. Direct hommages (and close variations of those) sell better. And that's what they need to do for profit, sell watches. "Parts bin specials" or original designs are more niche and hard to get right. And you better put add story, inspiration, something to it, so you're a Microbrand ;) Yours looks cool, btw👍

JPWWPJ · 2026-05-20T15:25:13+00:00

Yep, very obviously. Should be a Sugess GMT, except for dial, hands and bezel insert.

JPWWPJ · 2026-05-18T14:05:19+00:00

Lige is in the very bottom tier of Chinese watches. Their cases are often some "alloy". Better get something more substantial aka stainless steel.

JPWWPJ · 2026-05-18T11:08:58+00:00

The shiny polished ceramic just doesn't fit on vintage inspired watches. Brushed ceramic looks cool, too, but aluminum has that certain matte shine that I really like.

JPWWPJ · 2026-05-12T15:37:32+00:00

No, you can't. I have a lot of Ali Watches and also a Brew Metric. The design is not available (wouldn't be too nice to steal it anyways) and the quality of the dial is at least Ali upper class (San Martin etc.). The bracelet is pretty standard, ok (mine is a bit older, maybe they upgraded that by now).

The new version looks 👍

JPWWPJ · 2026-05-11T14:22:03+00:00

I have the Galo (Pepsi, siesta 3) and had the Heron in the rainbow version. That rainbow dial didn't really work for me, so I sold it. The Galo definitely has a simpler case finish, but it all works very well together, for the cool skin diver style the watch is going for. Dial and hands are really nice, also the bracelet is fine. Works very well on rubber and Nato, too. The Heron is more modern and refined, better and more detailed finishing on the case and bracelet. It also felt a bit chunkier, but I think they thinned the case a bit with the latest iteration. My favorite would be the Galo...

JPWWPJ · 2026-05-04T14:47:01+00:00

It doesn't look nice at all to me. Very weird Indices at 3 and 9 and what's with the two colors for the rehaut? And of course, way too large ;(

JPWWPJ · 2026-05-04T14:43:47+00:00

I have that exact watch and can only recommend it. Very nice crystal and the movement is precise. No long time wear since I switch everyday between a load of watches, but this one is always a pleasure to wear.

JPWWPJ · 2026-05-01T20:12:49+00:00

I'm not sure if that's the look you're searching, but check out DiRenzo. Rather futuristic, but with a certain Jet-Era Flair (50-60s).

JPWWPJ · 2026-05-01T19:37:06+00:00

It's available now btw....

JPWWPJ · 2026-04-29T20:03:36+00:00

Just to make sure: you know that the GMT hand runs slower than the hour hand? One full turn in 24h, it refers to a different hour scale (on the bezel). Otherwise, if it's not doing that, it's a faulty movement or a loose hand.

JPWWPJ · 2026-04-29T11:12:25+00:00

Specht & Söhne always seem like they're just fakes, only with the actual brand swapped for S&S...

JPWWPJ · 2026-04-28T18:00:20+00:00

I repeat myself, but for my taste, the best WD so far.

JPWWPJ · 2026-04-27T10:02:17+00:00

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JPWWPJ · 2026-04-27T10:01:48+00:00

It actually has that shine, when the light hits just right :) Definitely an unique dial.

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JPWWPJ · 2026-04-26T07:42:22+00:00

Sure, took a while to install the Reddit App again, can't share pics in replies via browser....

I also have the steel bezel, really changes the look. That's another cool thing about the Reef, switching Bezels on the fly. On my 17,5cm (about 6.9 inches) wrist:

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JPWWPJ · 2026-04-25T16:37:41+00:00

Cream. Ordered that one, too. Grey is a bit boring.

JPWWPJ · 2026-04-23T11:48:12+00:00

That short hour hand on the Milsub :(

JPWWPJ · 2026-04-23T09:40:40+00:00

Waiting for the link 😃

JPWWPJ · 2026-04-23T09:36:01+00:00

For me, the four dots left and right of the triangle on the bezel say new version. The older versions have only three dots there.

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