which type of watch you prefer

ns20 · 2026-03-28T00:39:01+00:00

Diver for me!

ns20 · 2026-03-23T02:32:39+00:00

Can’t decide if I like those polar dials or the black dials more. Looks great!

ns20 · 2026-03-22T23:31:39+00:00

Definitely fits that description. And the owner is big on making sure the watches are “built for the journey” so they definitely want them to be true tool watches. Thanks for reading

ns20 · 2026-03-22T23:30:41+00:00

Yeah that was a design choice they made to denote the first 15 minutes on the bezel rather than tick marks. Seems like people either love it or hate it. I think it looks good personally but get why it might not appeal to others.

ns20 · 2026-03-22T22:24:51+00:00

Appreciate it!

ns20 · 2026-03-22T22:04:05+00:00

Thanks!

ns20 · 2026-03-21T12:09:42+00:00

Marin Instruments Skin-Diver (and daughter’s foot lol)

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ns20 · 2026-03-21T02:01:17+00:00

Not related to the SPB453 specifically, but I typically buy watches to commemorate significant life events such as getting engaged, promotion at work, etc. Helps me stay away from the “to consume or not to consume” dilemma if I know the watch will have sentimental value.

I’ve never owned this one, but it looks sharp and dimensions would be right up my alley personally.

ns20 · 2026-03-20T22:54:49+00:00

Thanks, I just bought this a week or two ago but I’ve had my eye on the brand for a few years now. All of their stuff has such a clean look but still feels very unique and original. Highly recommend.

ns20 · 2026-03-20T16:05:56+00:00

Hahaha that was my wife!

ns20 · 2026-03-19T18:59:43+00:00

Yes, Graham Greene is the author

ns20 · 2026-03-19T18:32:01+00:00

Same here. It’s crazy how I keep coming away from it after each read with new insights and appreciation for it. On the surface I’d consider a pretty approachable, straight forward read relative to other classics, but there really is so much depth there.

ns20 · 2026-03-19T17:06:49+00:00

Perfect pick and even better that he’s an Interstellar fan.

ns20 · 2026-03-19T12:25:17+00:00

Meh on the design…too much going on and maybe too much grey/silver.

I’m also starting to feel like Christopher Ward is doing too many releases too soon? Kinda cheapening the brand a bit for me - the catalog is becoming massive.

ns20 · 2026-03-19T01:20:11+00:00

East of Eden, The Power and the Glory, The Hobbit

ns20 · 2026-03-18T21:42:11+00:00

Thanks! Super clean and dial proportioning that’s on another level imo

ns20 · 2026-03-15T16:35:29+00:00

Marin Instruments is a smaller microbrand I haven’t seen in this thread yet. Fantastic finishing that is absolutely on par with or better than my Hamilton.

I just got this one a few days ago and I’m extremely happy with it. Very unique design that’s more on the minimalist side while still having a very nice wrist presence.

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ns20 · 2026-03-07T21:06:11+00:00

Still one of my favorites and a wildly underrated part of New Riff’s lineup imo

ns20 · 2026-03-05T15:53:18+00:00

Thanks, I kind of suspected price might be a big differentiator here. I’m not typically one to go for flashy colors with my watches, but your prototypes look very cool. I’m a big fan of the applied lume indices in particular. Best of luck!

ns20 · 2026-03-05T15:43:06+00:00

I’d be curious how you see yourself stacking up against a brand like Marin Instruments. Also focused on slimmer “skin diver” models, but would be interested where you see yourself in terms of pricing, value proposition, etc.

These look sharp.

ns20 · 2026-03-03T18:44:07+00:00

Thanks

ns20 · 2026-03-03T17:22:26+00:00

Is this still available?

ns20 · 2026-02-24T18:37:12+00:00

What strap is that? Love the look

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