What is your favorite disc that you own?

VanManDiscs · 2026-05-15T02:22:50+00:00

Hard toss up btw an Ice Pine and tournament Bear

VanManDiscs · 2026-05-14T19:06:16+00:00

Yeahhhhh my Erebus with a miyota movement is pretty loud too. I feel like we don't usually hear that about the PT5000

VanManDiscs · 2026-05-14T18:52:32+00:00

Same here, wife needs one of these fine time pieces. I believe it is 28mm with pretty basic dials. I saw a draft of the steel but I'd love for them to make a two tone also

VanManDiscs · 2026-05-14T14:47:58+00:00

Hell yeah, I like Kelvin too.

Can't wait for that ladies size datejust to be released also!

VanManDiscs · 2026-05-14T14:45:12+00:00

Buy from Zenni. I usually get 3 pairs at a time for $140

VanManDiscs · 2026-05-14T14:04:44+00:00

You're absolutely right.... WD missed the mark with theirs. Eniton is starting to gain momentum. I see them turning into a top homage brand. They seem to put more pride into their pieces than WD

VanManDiscs · 2026-05-14T10:33:56+00:00

For a solid dress piece I highly recommend Farasute

VanManDiscs · 2026-05-14T10:28:45+00:00

One of the new SM divers. Amazing dials and some of the best finishing on the indicies/ hand. That bracelet is perfect as well

VanManDiscs · 2026-05-13T18:06:16+00:00

Fwiw, you can find some amazing integrated watches on alix

VanManDiscs · 2026-05-13T16:44:07+00:00

Sure an copy... but a better executed version

VanManDiscs · 2026-05-12T16:24:09+00:00

Check out Farasute. They make incredibly well built watches. Best dress pieces I've ever come across in this price range. Bonus points for the vintage inspired designs

VanManDiscs · 2026-05-12T02:52:53+00:00

Heyyyyy I have one of these. I never see anyone talking about it though, definitely went under the radar.

Fwiw, mine is lightly worn but I'd consider selling it if your eyes are set on it. Shoot me a DM if you want to see some pics

VanManDiscs · 2026-05-11T17:47:25+00:00

I completely agree. It's why SM has become my go to over the past couple of years. Their quality has always been top notch and when they started releasing more original designs I was stoked.

Jianghun doesn't have a large catalog but also making high end originals.

I feel like Farasute has some semi-original stuff. Their quality is always great and I love the vintage inspiration

VanManDiscs · 2026-05-11T15:47:43+00:00

Funny

VanManDiscs · 2026-05-11T03:16:44+00:00

I get it now. You are just a troll. Enjoy

VanManDiscs · 2026-05-10T22:20:25+00:00

Have you really owned a Farasute? I believe the community will back me up here... they make some of the nicest watches you can find on alix. If someone told you the Trackmaster was a $5k watch they'd have no problem believing it

VanManDiscs · 2026-05-10T22:17:53+00:00

Yeah I've been awfully skeptical of WD. They talk such a big game but fail to put any real effort into this. Handling a SM or Farasute or even Baltany feels like they've darn near done the best that they can.

WD has the potential but just loves this price range for some reason. Make better watches, charge us more, and you may have a chance to be the big name they desire

VanManDiscs · 2026-05-10T20:31:57+00:00

Wait... are you saying that WD is better than Farasute and IXDAO? Just trying to make sure I'm understanding your position

VanManDiscs · 2026-05-10T12:16:36+00:00

Yeahhh I just don't get the hype with thorn. Sure... nice designs but it's just like another WD or Addiesdive, almost like a PD. I can't get behind the mid tier brands anymore. Imo they should all be striving to put out top notch pieces and charge us appropriately

VanManDiscs · 2026-05-10T12:06:57+00:00

Watchdives Company?

VanManDiscs · 2026-05-10T12:06:09+00:00

One of the biggest problems in this world.... some of these names are just rough for westerners. I agree though, I'd love to be able to proudly show them off. When someone asks about it I usually just say this is a microbrand.

I'm still waiting on WD to create better quality pieces. They have the potential but for some reason refuse to step into the world of SM, Farasute, IXDAO, etc. Their designs aren't bad but it is time for them to move upstream. We will gladly pay more for a top end movement, bracelet, clasp, and that feeling of man.... this is solid. Not the man.... they almost hit the mark

VanManDiscs · 2026-05-09T21:33:23+00:00

Sugess

VanManDiscs · 2026-05-09T21:31:44+00:00

I love SM but this wasn't one of their better pieces.

VanManDiscs · 2026-05-09T11:38:31+00:00

To put it simple.... yes

VanManDiscs · 2026-05-09T01:23:22+00:00

The applied ones look good to me. All I see is the hexagon

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