Is the "collecting itch" getting too expensive? In this video, I break down how I use high-quality Chinese watches from AliExpress from brands such as Thorn, Watchdives, Baltany, Militado, Sugess and IXDAO to satisfy my craving for new timepieces without breaking the bank. From vintage-inspired field watches to high-spec divers, these brands are changing the game for watch collectors.
Check out the Thorn T023, Watchdives WD5513, Militado ML05 and ML1868, San Martin SN008G-D, Baltany S4105 and S2081, IXDAO Engineer and IPOSE 5303, as well as the Sugess S423.2 chronograph. There are also cameos from the Seiko DressKx and Hamilton Khaki Field Power reserve just to highlight that buying Chinese watches does not mean you stop buying other brands.
If you want to check out more in-depth reviews of all these watches please check out my Channel playlist below:
• Shuk in Time Watch Playlist
Chapters
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00:00 B-Roll & Intro
01:10 Chinese Watches and The Vintage Homage
02:45 Chinese Watches and The Modern Homage
04:51 Chinese Watches and The Clones?
06:05 Chinese Watches and Original Designs
06:54 Chinese Watches and Value for Money
07:33 My Final Thoughts on Chinese Watches
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