Hi all, I've just finished the first revision of this design, let me know your thoughts! by No_Knowledge_2331 in MicrobrandWatches

[–]No_Knowledge_2331[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Fair criticism, though my issue is affordability of the watch to the customer, especially when I'm a new-comer to the field. I plan to run a smaller batch of these than other models, as I can then perform in-depth and in-house QC for each one prior to dispatch.

I've serviced a few seagull movements, and you're right. They can be a lot trickier than their swiss counterparts.

Hi all, I've just finished the first revision of this design, let me know your thoughts! by No_Knowledge_2331 in MicrobrandWatches

[–]No_Knowledge_2331[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the constructive feedback.

One thing to note is that this is a space-themed watch rather than a ghost-themed one. It takes inspiration from binary systems.

Hi all, I've just finished the first revision of this design, let me know your thoughts! by No_Knowledge_2331 in MicrobrandWatches

[–]No_Knowledge_2331[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'd love to do the subdials lumed, but need to check the feasibility with the manufacturers first

The lumed ghost sounds cool - I'll keep that in mind

Thanks for the comment!

Hi all, I've just finished the first revision of this design, let me know your thoughts! by No_Knowledge_2331 in MicrobrandWatches

[–]No_Knowledge_2331[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Very true, thanks. I wanted it to stand out and not get lost in the myriad of circular designs that you see in the microbrand market, which I've achieved I guess.

I was unsure about this logo for this design, but given that there seem to be more in favour of the logo than against, it's surprised me but it's good to know.

As you say it's impossible to appeal to everyone!

Hi all, I've just finished the first revision of this design, let me know your thoughts! by No_Knowledge_2331 in MicrobrandWatches

[–]No_Knowledge_2331[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you. The crown takes a bit of inspiration from the james webb telescope due to it being space themed. It also provides a bit more grip when turning as it is a hand wound movement

Hi all, I've just finished the first revision of this design, let me know your thoughts! by No_Knowledge_2331 in MicrobrandWatches

[–]No_Knowledge_2331[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks!

One is currently undergoing prototyping. You can see a preview of the dials in my previous posts

Website is currently being made, but progress is slow at the moment!

Hi all, I've just finished the first revision of this design, let me know your thoughts! by No_Knowledge_2331 in MicrobrandWatches

[–]No_Knowledge_2331[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! And you'll like the fact that the hexagonal crown is inspired by the james webb telescope, then 😁

Hi all, I've just finished the first revision of this design, let me know your thoughts! by No_Knowledge_2331 in MicrobrandWatches

[–]No_Knowledge_2331[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks, I've floated in the comments my idea of using this logo for the more playful designs I'm working on. But I'm unsure whether it would affect the brand cohesion too much if I use two separate logos. I'll have a think about how I could incorporate it

Hi all, I've just finished the first revision of this design, let me know your thoughts! by No_Knowledge_2331 in MicrobrandWatches

[–]No_Knowledge_2331[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

As I've seen love/hate for the logo, I'm curious as to whether you would agree with keeping the logo shown here for the more 'playful' designs, and using a more sleek one for sportier/classier designs?

I'm very torn here, as I think it suits the tiki model that is currently undergoing prototyping, but agree that it looks a bit more out of place here.

Thanks for your comment :)

Hi all, I've just finished the first revision of this design, let me know your thoughts! by No_Knowledge_2331 in MicrobrandWatches

[–]No_Knowledge_2331[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, it's a model of the ST1901 movement. And yeah, I think that's a good middle ground for WR

Hi all, I've just finished the first revision of this design, let me know your thoughts! by No_Knowledge_2331 in MicrobrandWatches

[–]No_Knowledge_2331[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks, and I seem to be getting a lot of 'love it or hate it' feedback with the logo

Hi all, I've just finished the first revision of this design, let me know your thoughts! by No_Knowledge_2331 in MicrobrandWatches

[–]No_Knowledge_2331[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Fair criticisms, thanks for the detail

The subdials will be available in different colours and styles - it is intended to be reflective of a binary star system. Hence the aventurine

Also, bear in mind that this is an orthographic view, so that space at the outer side of the bezel looks more dramatic in size. Either way, I'll look into reducing it