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Steeldive SD1970 (NH35 Auto, Sapphire) US$64.36 (~A$96.10) Delivered @ STEELDIVE AliExpress

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Steeldive SD1970 (NH35 Auto, Sapphire) US$64.36 (~A$96.10) Delivered @ STEELDIVE AliExpress
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WatchNerd on 20/03/2023 - 19:54 aliexpress.com (2583 clicks)
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US$76.62 - US$17.95 coupons + $6.69 GST, Total US$64.36 (~AU$96.10) delivered.
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Thanks to Clear for the Coupons post - US$4 off every US $20 (max US $16) and spendandsave for mentioning code - AN5 - that Clear posted here.

4.5% Cashback @Cashrewards
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  • Crystal/Lens - Sapphire
  • Diameter - 44mm
  • Band width - 20mm
  • Case Thickness - 13.5mm
  • Seiko Auto Movement NH35 (Hacking & Hand Winding)
  • Ceramic Unidirectional Bezel
  • Stainless Steel Bracelet with Solid End Links
  • Upgraded Milled Clasp Buckle Since 10th Nov. 2022
  • Screw Down Crown
  • Water resistant - 200 metres

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  • WasBargain on 20/03/2023 - 20:35
    +2

    Not going to lie, I've been eyeing the Tuna's for like $150 last night, I think they were due to drop around $130 aswell. They have a tiffany blue tuna that looks pretty sick. Or even a 2-tone lume bezel Tuna for like $20 more..

    I'm soo poor though.. 😭

    • WatchNerd on 20/03/2023 - 20:41
      +1

      Don't forget cashrewards. I just bought another one & it was $4.06 cashback.

    • bashar20 on 20/03/2023 - 22:05

      Are you referring to this one?
      https://m.aliexpress.com/item/1005002593375374.html

      Which one is the 2 tone one?

      • WasBargain on 20/03/2023 - 22:14

        Gawdangit, having issues linking it.

        It's called like Tuna Classic I think. It's about $190 I think? Fairly sure Jack was over at their place ealier because last night I could have sworn it was around $170..

        • bashar20 on 20/03/2023 - 22:48

          What the item number of the 2 tone lume bezel?

          To share link remove Anything after item number followed by .html

      • dalebobermien on 22/03/2023 - 13:54

        goddamit you got me… that is so nice

  • chriaj2689 on 20/03/2023 - 20:39
    +1

    Shipping is super fast. At least from the last deal

  • MarketingDealLover1 @ The Watch Channel on 20/03/2023 - 20:41

    https://youtu.be/RhbRWbtQpK4

  • MarketingDealLover1 @ The Watch Channel on 20/03/2023 - 20:42

    https://youtu.be/Fty9I7_dLF0

  • nomoneynoproblems on 20/03/2023 - 20:42

    You can barely find stainless steel bracelets for this much. Crazy.

  • frewer on 20/03/2023 - 20:58
    +1

    I need a semi-formal watch, I see WatchNerd, Seiko, cheap… I will sleep on it & buy tomorrow

    • MonkDog on 20/03/2023 - 21:29
      +1

      A dive watch is not a semi-formal watch. Especially at this size even with a large wrist.

      Get something bezel-less at least.

    • WasBargain on 20/03/2023 - 21:36
      +2

      In before the @WatchNerd SKMEI recommendation.

      • WatchNerd on 20/03/2023 - 22:00
        +2

        If you want one the Skmei 1628 is US$8.79 + GST.

        • WasBargain on 20/03/2023 - 22:15
          -1

          Yeah, how about NO.

          I also bet, you'd think it'd look good on me..

        • bakemon0 on 20/03/2023 - 23:08
          +1

          i actually bought this and it just came today, for the price of lunch, I have no complaints

          • batfastard on 21/03/2023 - 09:54

            @bakemon0: Where can you buy lunch for under 10 bucks???

            • WatchNerd on 21/03/2023 - 10:00

              @batfastard: It's US$8.79 + GST which comes to approx AU$14.40 del.

              • WasBargain on 21/03/2023 - 12:43

                @WatchNerd: On a side note, you can pair the current deal and spend a few $ more to get the next $6.06 discount bracket for the Skmei.. 😅

                Getting this Steeldive WITH the Skmei, taking your total from $107 to around $115.

                I might end up getting the green one. I mean, I guess it's okay for like a $7 - $8 beater.. 😅

            • harshbdmmaster718 on 21/03/2023 - 17:09

              @batfastard: Asian food court. Cheapest place, Honey chicken on rice.

              Haven't been in years but pretty sure it was under $10 by a few dollars. Should be under $10 even after shrinkflation.

        • Jimothy Wongingtons on 21/03/2023 - 10:12

          one day i will get around to making an ali express order and definitely the skmei 1628 in blue camo is 100% IN.

        • WasBargain on 21/03/2023 - 10:27

          I hate ALL of you..

  • Scrooge McDeal on 20/03/2023 - 21:11

    Specs look very good. I am unaware of how good or bad are Steeldive. Can someone please educate me? I have limited knowledge on watches. That's why usually if I will buy a watch I go for brands that I know. Is this a brand that's it's owned by Seiko? Because I see they are using Seiko movement.

    • Technics on 20/03/2023 - 22:12
      +1

      They are not owned by Seiko. Like many smaller brands they buy the Seiko produced, Hattori/TMI branded NH35 movement which is the same as the 4R35 that Seiko use in their own watches (except for the model no./branding stamped on to the rotor).

      I have this watch and it is very well built. Mine did arrive dead though and they refunded my money. It was then able to fix it by removing a hair from the balance. I expect this is the exception and not the rule given the generally positive feedback from others. A Seiko will have better warranty but you are certainly paying something extra for the name as well. A lot of the components and particularly the case parts that Seiko use are made in China now anyway.

      • Scrooge McDeal on 20/03/2023 - 22:16

        Thank you for the explanation. If I was Seiko I wouldn't sell any watch compartments to other brands. Specs look really good on this watch.

        • Technics on 20/03/2023 - 22:24
          +1

          If you didn't then Citizen (branded as Miyota) or the Swiss (Sellita, Ronda, etc.) would. The Japanese (and other) brands do keep their high end stuff exclusive to their own watches though.

        • G-rig on 20/03/2023 - 23:30

          Wouldn't they be Chinese clones of the nh35 anyway, or you reckon genuine Seiko part made for non Seikos? I did think it was the latter, id the brand was sii etc. Great movements which make the micro brands appealing

    • SadKen on 22/03/2023 - 21:03
      +1

      I have this watch and I absolutely love it. It's such a looker and doesn't miss a beat. Cannot recommend it enough. You can't get a better watch for the price

  • Pelicannn on 20/03/2023 - 21:18
    +4

    For the price this is astronomically good value.

    Sapphire crystal
    Ceramic bezel with lumed markers
    Seiko NH35 movement
    Stainless steel case
    Luminous applied indices
    Solid endlinks on the bracelet

    Similarly priced Seiko would set you back $500 on sale. My only concern is build quality but video reviews seem to praise.

    • tonyjzx on 20/03/2023 - 22:02

      i dont think even a $1k seiko diver does all that really…

      • conork on 21/03/2023 - 00:57

        Silly question but do people literally/mainly use this for diving, or is it just the style

        • tonyjzx on 21/03/2023 - 01:08
          +8

          style

          i mean i have an omega seamaster 300

          name says 300m…. i dont even like to walk 300 meters

          also google the silliness to do with 'helium escape valves'

        • Pelicannn on 21/03/2023 - 06:32
          +1

          I’d say even 99/100 Rolex Submariners divers have never touched water. Too many owners worried about their resale value 🤣

        • G-rig on 21/03/2023 - 08:31

          Divers are the best style IMOz stainless and rubber straps aren't afraid of water..
          Go anywhere, rugged not high polish so minimal scratches and fingerprints, can dress them up or down, great water resistance and lume.

          I've worn an Oris over 30m deep, either way they are fine for the pool and beach.

    • greatlamp on 21/03/2023 - 11:59

      Build quality of a $500 seiko is not impressive, made in China on a production line same as this. I don't think you gain anything by paying for the Seiko name

  • G-rig on 20/03/2023 - 21:28
    +2

    Few other options also in the Aliexpress sale:
    Top 10 AliExpress Anniversary Sale Watches!

    • Astronaut Joe on 21/03/2023 - 09:39

      Is it just me or are those sale prices impossible to get? All the watches I was looking at had the big discounts only for certain countries (not sure if a VPN would fool Aliexpress at the checkout?), otherwise for us the sale discounts seem like the same Aliexpress coupons that you can get any day of the week.

      • G-rig on 21/03/2023 - 09:43

        Do you have an example, which one and I'll check.
        Free shipping but tax gets added on. Hard to know if the coupons even get applies or is included in the sale Price I think

        Yeah not sure but one I was looking at sold out so went from $220 to $450 or something. Agreed the discounts aren't as good as used to be, and 20% cashback would be nice.

        Ended up getting charged bout $240 for the Baltany retro chronograph (even when paying in USD $160). Could cancel but pretty cheap still.

        • Astronaut Joe on 21/03/2023 - 09:52

          Take the first one on the list, the Pagani 'Mission' watch, in white and red as per the video. I'd been looking at this one for a while too.
          https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005005243748869.html

          On Aliexpress, it shows for me as (all in AU$) 128.46 - 24.25 (6.06 off every 30.31) -7.58 (code AN5) + 11.27 (tax) = 107.90. Not too bad, but nowhere near close the "save $43" in the ad graphic regardless of what currency that is referring to.

          Edit: which Baltany? I was thinking about this one (https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005004796153394.html) but for me $200 is a bit much for a AliX quartz.

    • flapperino on 21/03/2023 - 10:50

      Steeldive SD1953 Submariner homage is $109.94 delivered, with discounts included (confirmed, I just bought one).

      https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005003352404945.html

  • The Vat on 21/03/2023 - 01:59
    +1

    Got the blue faced one in the last sale and suffice to say I'm probably going to pick up another one.

  • cactusjuice on 21/03/2023 - 02:15

    Anyone have a nato watch strap recommendation for these? The original steelband is very so so.. bit sharp too!

  • flapperino on 21/03/2023 - 02:47

    I have this watch. Best value watch I've ever owned, I prefer wearing it over my King Turtle.

    The clasp has sharp edges, easily deburred and cleaned up. It was running about -10s / day and I regulated myself and runs perfectly now.

    Well worth the money. It's my first Steeldive, or Chinese brand of any type, I'm going to look for and try another if this model is indicator of their other models.

  • O15 on 21/03/2023 - 06:11
    +6

    It's almost frustrating to see solid end links and a milled clasp on this watch. Frustrating because Seiko can't do that when they are charging five times more.

    • illusion99 on 21/03/2023 - 07:05

      It cost money for the initial design, prototyping, QA that is factored into pricing. It’s not just the cost of raw materials. Seiko will be cheaper if all they did was copy another brand’s design and were happy if every 5th one produced had an QA issue

      • Technics on 21/03/2023 - 21:42
        +1

        Absolutely. QA really is the killer. Seiko have to pay an highly trained inspector at the end of the production line to meticulously ensure that there's a totally consistent bezel insert misalignment across the board. His wages and the chum for his guide dog really do add up. The Chinese knockoffs don't do that and you can't leave it to chance.

        • G-rig on 22/03/2023 - 01:54

          Well they aren't paying them enough - it's a known fact that Seiko quality assurance is very hit and miss- bezels and chapter rings not aligned, seccond hands not hitting the marker. If are are buying one it's best to inspect in person.

  • adinico on 21/03/2023 - 06:15

    @WatchNerd any recommendations for watch winders, specially for a Tag Heuer Aquaracer Calibre 5?

    • citybargainhunter on 21/03/2023 - 08:33
      +2

      Wolf

    • WatchNerd on 21/03/2023 - 09:00
      +4

      I don't know anything about them sorry. I'd rather my autos stop running if I'm not wearing them, less wear on the movement.

      • illusion99 on 21/03/2023 - 21:47
        +1

        Insert the standard “you wouldn’t leave a car running when you’re not using it” argument

        • G-rig on 22/03/2023 - 01:58

          Yes as mentioned i woulnd't bother with a watch winder unless you are rotating two or three autos every day.
          I agree they do wear out the movements if you're not using it, and they are quick enough to set (most people watch 4h of tv a night). I certainly perfer watches without no day/date now, date is easy enough.

          • illusion99 on 22/03/2023 - 06:39

            @G-rig: Or unless you have complications like a perpetual calendar which is painful to set up every time

            • G-rig on 22/03/2023 - 06:52

              @illusion99: True. These days I'm adding more Solar quartz, Meca-quartz etc to my collection for convenience, low cost maintenance and better time keeping, such as the Seiko solars, G-Shocks and the vk61 /vk63 movements :). Wasn't happy paying over $500 to service an Oris.

              • illusion99 on 22/03/2023 - 07:02
                +1

                @G-rig: I was thinking about getting a Seiko Astron for those exact same reasons

              • harshbdmmaster718 on 22/03/2023 - 16:22

                @G-rig:

                Meca-quartz etc

                First time hearing that term. Looked it up thanks. Cool so quartz movement with sweeping second hand. Nice.

                • G-rig on 22/03/2023 - 16:35

                  @harshbdmmaster718: yeah got a pagani 'Daytona' with seiko VK63 movement. the Second hand is stationary but a small one moves on the minute complication. guess they are all slightly different. Keeps great time.

                  • harshbdmmaster718 on 22/03/2023 - 17:14

                    @G-rig: Hey didn't know Pagani design made watches that look like that!
                    As a non watch connoiseur it looks very similar to a Seiko Panda Speedtimer I think I have seen here before.
                    The Daytona is pretty awesome for $65USD at least that's this post says https://www.reddit.com/r/ChineseWatches/comments/r9zug1/paga…

                    So the Second hand on the Daytona is only activated when using the timer mode?

                    • G-rig on 22/03/2023 - 17:16

                      @harshbdmmaster718: yep. I like it not sweeping, as it isn't obvious then if it's quartz.

                      lets not kid ourselves, it's a copy of the rolex daytona, so are a lot of those other ones :)

                      • harshbdmmaster718 on 22/03/2023 - 17:18

                        @G-rig:

                        lets not kid ourselves, it's a copy of the rolex daytona, so are a lot of those other ones :)

                        Sorry I had no idea lol. I am clueless I admit I have no idea what Rolex's look like or which ones are Rolex's homages.

                    • Astronaut Joe on 23/03/2023 - 09:58

                      @harshbdmmaster718:

                      So the Second hand on the Daytona is only activated when using the timer mode?

                      That's the norm with chronograph movements. But it's odd the first time you come across it because you assume the second hand is the same as the second hand on a 'normal' watch.

                      • harshbdmmaster718 on 23/03/2023 - 16:12

                        @Astronaut Joe:

                        That's the norm with chronograph movements.

                        Yeah but on real chronographs it does dual duties right? It functions as both Second hand and Stopwatch (Timer) hand. While I think you are saying on your Daytona it only functions as a Stopwatch hand.

                        • Astronaut Joe on 23/03/2023 - 17:42

                          @harshbdmmaster718: Even the Omega Speedy works that way. The second hand has to start from zero to be able to use the tachymetre bezel, so they have a seconds subdial that does the normal day-to-day seconds ticking, while the large second hand sits at the 12 o'clock ready for the chrono function to be started.

                        • G-rig on 23/03/2023 - 17:42

                          @harshbdmmaster718: No one ever uses all that for th actual functions, even on the casinos lol.

                          Mostly style and wrist presence

          • harshbdmmaster718 on 22/03/2023 - 16:21

            @G-rig:

            I certainly perfer watches without no day/date now, date is easy enough.

            I'm still not into analog/mechanical watches yet, but I really like the minimalist look with just time no date at all. One I recently saw in a video was the Namica Shirahama.

            • G-rig on 23/03/2023 - 06:29

              @harshbdmmaster718: Yeah for me it's all about legibility and being able to tell the time easily at a quick glance. Another reason why I like field watches.. I've got the Hamilton khaki field and it's very clean - it's hand wind but no date so very quick to set and 80h power reserve.

              A lot of watches the date window is pretty small but always got a phone and Fitbit to see extra information.

  • adinico on 21/03/2023 - 09:05
    +1

    Thank you @citybargainhunter & @WatchNerd for the replies :)

  • spendandsave on 21/03/2023 - 13:58
    +6

    For those wanting a more stealthy look, there's also a no logo version: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005003505327884.html?spm=a2…

    I paid 65.40 USD (75.62 less 12 spend and save coupon less AN5 coupon + 6.78 GST)

  • Speckled Jim on 25/03/2023 - 19:09
    +1

    Great deal, ordered the sterile black/steel bracelet version.
    Want to sell off a couple of quartz to make room in my watch case. But in this market?!

    • Speckled Jim on 03/04/2023 - 20:04
      +3

      Ordered 24/3 and received today, just 10 days later.

      Flawless.

      Thanks Watchnerd, my new favourite 👍

      • G-rig on 03/04/2023 - 23:23

        Awesome watches

  • batfastard on 04/04/2023 - 07:05

    Ordered 20 March, still waiting.

    :-/

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