Watch Cheap Cheerful Collection
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Watch Cheap Cheerful Collection

By APROchrono · Apr 26, 2022 · 23 replies
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APROchrono's initial impressions of a new acquisition sparked a lively discussion among collectors, highlighting the unexpected charm and value found in accessible timepieces. This article delves into the community's insights on how a watch, despite its 'cheap and cheerful' designation, can deliver significant horological enjoyment and aesthetic appeal. APROchrono's detailed observations on the dial's dynamic shades and the watch's wearability on smaller wrists provide a compelling starting point for understanding its appeal.

… came in the mail. So far am enjoying the watch immensely. If you can get over the (meca)quartz aspect of it, it’s a great watch for the money. Wrist shots to follow.





This message has been edited by India Whiskey Charlie on 2022-04-26 14:08:32

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AuHavrePro
Apr 26, 2022

Never heard of this watchmaker, but its aesthetic is indubitably appealing. Cheers, Filip

AP
APROchrono
Apr 26, 2022

… but had great success with their short run models and won a GPHG prize in 2021 I believe. Very vintage (Patek, VC etc) inspired, so not an original design for sure - but for the money it’s a fun watch.

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ArmisT
Apr 26, 2022

I believe they will be coming out with their first mechanical piece in coming months. But in general a mechanoquartz does have a certain convenience to it.

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chris7509
Apr 26, 2022

which is stuck in the customs and Fedex .... hope i ll get it this week ...

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APROchrono
Apr 26, 2022

... the dial is very beautiful and changes its shade in different lighting conditions. The deeper shade on the subdials is an AP Jumbo blue-grey, and the contrast is very nice. Also enjoying the 38mm vs most of my other watches which are 39-42mm, given my wrist is small.

AP
APROchrono
Apr 26, 2022

Hope it clears soon and you have it on your wrist for the weekend. I bought one as a gift for my brother too - and it hasn't left his wrist either

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