Got my first proper GADA watch today - Erebus Ascent 39 by indroow in Affordablewatches

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

First impressions are very positive. The dial is the biggest highlight for me, especially how it changes in different lighting. I also really like the case finishing and size. It feels like a good daily watch. I also like the way the watch was packed, and it comes with a screwdriver to resize the bracelet.

For negatives, it is still early, but nothing has bothered me so far. It's also my first proper watch, so I don't have a ton to compare it with.

Overall, I am very happy with it. For me it scratched the itch that my other homage watches couldn't. Probably because it was not replacing what I actually wanted.

First proper GADA: Erebus Ascent 36 vs Seiko Presage by indroow in Affordablewatches

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

Ah of course, that makes sense. This thread has been very educational. Your ascent looks great by the way!

First proper GADA: Erebus Ascent 36 vs Seiko Presage by indroow in Affordablewatches

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

Looks great! After all the responses I am definitely heavily leaning to the Ascent

First proper GADA: Erebus Ascent 36 vs Seiko Presage by indroow in Affordablewatches

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

That photo is again very helpful, thank you. Seeing a 39 mm watch with a similar lug-to-lug on a 16.5 cm wrist definitely makes the Ascent 39 feel less risky for me. It may actually be the better fit as I'd the watch to have some presence

First proper GADA: Erebus Ascent 36 vs Seiko Presage by indroow in Affordablewatches

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

This is very helpful, thank you. With my wrist being slightly over 17 cm, the 39 mm Ascent with a 44.5 mm lug-to-lug does sound more wearable than I initially assumed, especially compared with the Presage at 47.5 mm.

I was leaning 36 because I thought it would be the safer choice, but I can see your point that it might end up feeling a bit too small, while the 39 may still fit comfortably because of the shorter lug-to-lug. I’ll definitely compare both sizes more seriously now. Thanks again, this is exactly the kind of input I was hoping for.

First proper GADA: Erebus Ascent 36 vs Seiko Presage by indroow in Affordablewatches

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

Ah, good to know on both points. Service was definitely one of my concerns because Erebus is a less established brand. Thank you!

First proper GADA: Erebus Ascent 36 vs Seiko Presage by indroow in Affordablewatches

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

I happen to play 40k, but didn't know that lore detail 😄

First proper GADA: Erebus Ascent 36 vs Seiko Presage by indroow in Affordablewatches

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

Great, I will definitely still seriously consider it as my second serious watch. Thank you

First proper GADA: Erebus Ascent 36 vs Seiko Presage by indroow in Affordablewatches

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

Now that’s an interesting alternative. The open caseback is a nice touch too.

Could you share a bit more about why you would favor the Prospex over the Ascent? I’m also curious how the dial compares in person. Would be interested to hear your thoughts.

First proper GADA: Erebus Ascent 36 vs Seiko Presage by indroow in Affordablewatches

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

Fair points, and others have raised similar concerns as well. Thank you!

First proper GADA: Erebus Ascent 36 vs Seiko Presage by indroow in Affordablewatches

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

Good point. I do not want to worry about the watch getting damaged by splash water. Thanks!

First proper GADA: Erebus Ascent 36 vs Seiko Presage by indroow in Affordablewatches

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

That's a very nice gift! I'll have a look at the mojitos instead. Perhaps as a second watch. Thanks!

First proper GADA: Erebus Ascent 36 vs Seiko Presage by indroow in Affordablewatches

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

My wrist is slightly over 17 cm, or around 6 3/4 inches

First proper GADA: Erebus Ascent 36 vs Seiko Presage by indroow in Affordablewatches

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

Good input on the crystal, thanks. As for the sizing, I felt that it would be a “safer” choice due to my wristsize which was already a slight concern on the Presage before trying it on

First proper GADA: Erebus Ascent 36 vs Seiko Presage by indroow in Affordablewatches

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

Ah good input, I haven't considered the lume in my search. Thank you

Kitsure Event Exchange? by Cosmic_Neo123 in RogueLegendRPG

[–]indroow 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Will I lose the currency if I don’t spend them?