This is not a new watch, and versions of this one with the tried and tested calibre ST19 have been around for years. It acquired Swiss movement manufacturer Venus in the 1960s, along with its machinery and designs, where Seagull movements are still manufactured on Venus equipment.Īlthough unclear, this movement was part of a government mandated development of a chronograph for the Peoples Liberation Army Air Force and based on the Venus calibre 175. Founded in 1955, Seagull movements have actually had Swiss origins for over 50 years. Seagull, or the Tianjin Seagull Watch Group, is a Chinese manufacturer and the largest producer of mechanical movements in the world. The case back is screw down with 10 sides framing the display of the movement. It has a slender midcase with the lugs dropping off nicely to aid fit and a domed bezel and sapphire crystal. The case is all high polished and in 316L steel according to the website. This takes a 20mm strap, so there are plenty of options. The watch sits 16mm tall on the wrist thanks to the nato bunched underneath, but wear it on a strap and this reduces to a manageable 13mm. You can buy this watch direct from Seagull 1963 at their retail site to ensure you get the correct size as well as choose from a variety of different straps, sizes and dial colours. I’d say 50mm is top end for my 6 ¾” wrist. I did request the 38mm with the olive nato, but sadly AliExpress have sent me the 40mm, so if you order one yourself, make sure you are clear on the size.Īt 40mm in diameter, this version has a lug to lug of 50.2mm, but the curved profile does help a little. This watch comes in 2 sizes with a variety of strap options. Like Indiana Jones picking out the one true grail, the carpenters cup amongst the shiny goblets, this watch immediately spiked my interest in the see of copy cats. It’s just a different world now, and I think in a world of everyone wanting to look the same and have the same things, I can see the temptation.īut then I cam across this interesting looking chronograph, and thought. As a penniless 17 year old, looking for his first watch, my Sekonda Datejust look alike fitted the bill, so I’m not here to judge. Normally, this fakery is not what I’m about, but even I had to start somewhere. Arguably better than an out and out fake, as they don’t carry the original logo, but copies none the less. I mean, who wants to be mugged for wearing a Pagani Design Pepsi or a San Martin Kermit. So when I was browsing the offerings from Ali Express, you could understand why I may have been a little reluctant to take up their offer of sending me a watch to review. At all levels and price points, there are releases that at first glance look like direct copies, but are in fact trends where success breads success, be it in dial colour or bracelet design. While seagulls come in different shapes and sizes, most seagulls come in different sizes.They say imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, and when it comes to homage watches, it appears that anything goes. The price of steel seagulls depends on their size and the design of the seagull. Stainless seagulls are much higher than steel seagulls, but they are much more common. Custom materials are also used to make seagull watches more durable and water-resistant materials like aluminum, stainless steel, and ceramic. Various types of seagull watches are made from different materials such as aluminum, stainless steel, gold, and titanium. The common types of seagull watches include leather, aluminum, and stainless steel watches, and they are made from different materials such as copper, gold, silver, and titanium. Customizable seagull watches also have custom made seagull watches with a logo or message on the front of the watch. Pure or liquid seagulls are made of stainless steel, which is durable and inexpensive. Seagulls are made of stainless steel, which is a very durable and inexpensive material.
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