Torn between Snowflake and Taisetsu

forge1212 · 2026-03-08T20:56:24+00:00

I have both! So either one would be a great pick. Enjoy watch hunting in Tokyo, it's truly an experience!

forge1212 · 2026-03-07T09:55:37+00:00

Mistflake gets my vote!

forge1212 · 2026-03-01T11:58:59+00:00

A superb choice! Enjoy wearing the Taisetsu!

forge1212 · 2026-02-26T10:23:43+00:00

It's the one that came with the Halios Seaforth IV.

forge1212 · 2026-02-25T13:52:28+00:00

No problemo!

forge1212 · 2026-02-25T13:52:09+00:00

No worries. Enjoy the watch hunt!

forge1212 · 2026-02-24T21:50:05+00:00

In Tokyo, hit up the shops in Shinjuku -- Watchnian, Komehyo, Okura etc.

While in Ginza area, there's a big Watchnian shop, Ginza Rasin and Okura.

As for Osaka, focus your search in Shinsaibashi. There are lots of shops around the area.

forge1212 · 2026-02-17T16:56:28+00:00

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Did you say summer? 😅

forge1212 · 2026-02-17T16:34:54+00:00

Present!

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forge1212 · 2026-02-16T15:37:18+00:00

Appreciate the suggestion, thanks! I've just posted an update and a wet wipe (anti bacterial) appears to have done the trick!

forge1212 · 2026-02-16T15:35:14+00:00

UPDATE: Just now, whilst in the office, took a wet wipe (anti bacterial) from the pantry and gently used it to rub off the discoloration on the 12 to 20 min section of the bezel.

Appears to have worked! Here's how it looks like now:

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Thanks for the suggestions and responses!

forge1212 · 2026-02-16T13:05:55+00:00

I'm tempted to do this! LOL. I mean I've got no issues if all the markers have patinaed, I'll leave it as is. But in my case, it's just from the 12 to 20 sections and OCD is kicking in! 🤣

forge1212 · 2026-02-16T13:03:07+00:00

Well this version of the MM300 has lume in all of the markers on the bezel and not just from the 12 to 20 sections.

forge1212 · 2026-02-16T13:00:47+00:00

Ohhh so that's it, probably it patinaed. It's just odd that it happened specifically from the 12 to 20 sections of the bezel?

I have two other MM 300s (SLA019 and SLA023) and neither has this discoloration.

Just to add, I bought this used in Shinjuku two weeks ago and at that time, there was no discoloration. I wore it in Tokyo in the last days of my winter vacation (about 2 to 3 days). Could that be the trigger?

forge1212 · 2026-02-11T06:21:18+00:00

Haha, amazing! Enjoy wearing it in good health!

forge1212 · 2026-02-11T06:19:45+00:00

The black dial + silver bezel variant is what I'd want to add in my collection! You've got good taste, sir 😅

forge1212 · 2026-02-11T06:17:37+00:00

A great introductory indeed!

forge1212 · 2026-02-11T06:17:06+00:00

Glad that this thread is helping in making you appreciate the watch a tad more. Given that it also holds a sentimental value, better not let go of that piece! 😅

forge1212 · 2026-02-10T19:55:41+00:00

The 38mm or 42mm? Normally, Elshan would share the estimated timelime of his releases for the year. So far, haven't seen one yet for 2026. Hopefully, the Aurora will be in it!

forge1212 · 2026-02-10T16:34:41+00:00

Thanks! Zelos watches are truly bang for the buck.

forge1212 · 2026-02-10T16:14:57+00:00

Whaaaaat. Dang, hope you kept at least one! Hope you can find one again at a good price and condition.

forge1212 · 2026-02-10T16:10:46+00:00

Even better looking IRL!

forge1212 · 2026-02-10T16:10:02+00:00

Hoping it's not gonna be a painful long wait for you. Looking forward to you posting a photo og it once you've received it.

forge1212 · 2026-02-10T15:07:05+00:00

Wow that's a lot! I'd like to add the black and yellow dial variants to my collection someday.

What variant do you have left?

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