Jeff Dawson
The media could not be loaded. I bought this because I wanted a mechanical skeleton watch to add to my collection. It was on sale for $32 and looked good, so I picked it up. It's become my workhorse watch in that time, and sees more use than my Citizens, Seikos, or Tags or Hublot.The crystal has a couple little dings at the top edge from when I was working under my car but is otherwise scratch-free. The black finish has worn down on the outer edge of the bezel and the edges of the case by the strap connector, which (imho) gives it a cool patina as it shows the copper underneath. Again, this became my workhorse and has been put through a lot more use than my dress watches have; if you use it as such, the finish will likely last many years longer.I do leathercrafting and had planned to make a custom strap right away, but the one that came with it seemed decent enough that I left it on. It's just about time to replace it. The leather is painted and highly treated which makes it durable, but it as the paint wears it looks more "worn out" than having a "patina." Pairing this with a custom strap, as other reviewers have, is a good move.I've gotten a lot of compliments for it in the last couple years, as people notice the mechanism moving inside. The color balance between gunmetal, chrome, and gold is great at this price point, and it manages to strike a perfect balance of subtle and flash. It's a watch that can look "tough" while still being sophisticated... Isn't that what we all want?If you're only going to have one or two watches that suit work, play, and formal events, this one is a great choice. I don't think you'll find much better for at least another two hundred bucks.
