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by mattcantwin » Fri Mar 12, 2021 12:16 pm
WatchOut63 wrote: ↑Fri Mar 12, 2021 12:08 pm
I gotta believe Doxa could slap their version together relatively quickly since it seems most of the parts they would use are already in existence on current models. However it's been radio silence from them at WUS with any definitive info/timing.
Actually, hoping to hear something from Doxa soon; that dial shot looks very good.
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by WatchOut63 » Fri Mar 12, 2021 12:55 pm
First pic up making it's way around da interwebz. Some dude named Mike Stockton on Instagram via WUS, and now here. Hopefully permitted pilfering...

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by jimyritz » Fri Mar 12, 2021 12:55 pm
mattcantwin wrote: ↑Fri Mar 12, 2021 12:16 pm
WatchOut63 wrote: ↑Fri Mar 12, 2021 12:08 pm
I gotta believe Doxa could slap their version together relatively quickly since it seems most of the parts they would use are already in existence on current models. However it's been radio silence from them at WUS with any definitive info/timing.
Actually, hoping to hear something from Doxa soon; that dial shot looks very good.
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I sent them a note but crickets so far....
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WatchOut63
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by WatchOut63 » Fri Mar 12, 2021 1:00 pm
mattcantwin wrote: ↑Fri Mar 12, 2021 12:16 pm
WatchOut63 wrote: ↑Fri Mar 12, 2021 12:08 pm
I gotta believe Doxa could slap their version together relatively quickly since it seems most of the parts they would use are already in existence on current models. However it's been radio silence from them at WUS with any definitive info/timing.
Actually, hoping to hear something from Doxa soon; that dial shot looks very good.
Cool, looking forward to their design.

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by Axelay2003 » Fri Mar 12, 2021 2:40 pm
WatchOut63 wrote: ↑Fri Mar 12, 2021 1:00 pm
mattcantwin wrote: ↑Fri Mar 12, 2021 12:16 pm
WatchOut63 wrote: ↑Fri Mar 12, 2021 12:08 pm
I gotta believe Doxa could slap their version together relatively quickly since it seems most of the parts they would use are already in existence on current models. However it's been radio silence from them at WUS with any definitive info/timing.
Actually, hoping to hear something from Doxa soon; that dial shot looks very good.
Cool, looking forward to their design.
I guess if you can’t buy both, you can’t go wrong with Doxa. I’m waiting for Doxa to release something.
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by aikiman44 » Fri Mar 12, 2021 3:51 pm
WatchOut63 wrote: ↑Fri Mar 12, 2021 12:55 pm
First pic up making it's way around da interwebz. Some dude named Mike Stockton on Instagram via WUS, and now here. Hopefully permitted pilfering...
That looks great.
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by WatchOut63 » Fri Mar 12, 2021 4:09 pm
Another buyer named Forsythjones from WUS. Looks like the faux vintage lume is applied indices. The rest is paint.
edit: jmo but the rubber straps look like shit when they aren't formed for the case. Throw an aftermarket straight endlink bracelet on it and call it a day if you're going that route.

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by toxicavenger » Fri Mar 12, 2021 5:47 pm
I like it, except the bezel numbers not in the middle. They are off centered.
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by Cabaiguan » Fri Mar 12, 2021 5:53 pm
Rubber strap looks like shit. Definitely a candidate for an Isophrane.
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by mattcantwin » Fri Mar 12, 2021 6:54 pm
Cabaiguan wrote: ↑Fri Mar 12, 2021 5:53 pm
Rubber strap looks like shit. Definitely a candidate for an Isophrane.
That's an option when you purchase the watch.
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by toxicavenger » Fri Mar 12, 2021 7:13 pm
mattcantwin wrote: ↑Fri Mar 12, 2021 6:54 pm
Cabaiguan wrote: ↑Fri Mar 12, 2021 5:53 pm
Rubber strap looks like shit. Definitely a candidate for an Isophrane.
That's an option when you purchase the watch.
its weird you can't pick. you actually have to contact them to change it. sounds like it leaves room for error instead of actually making it a check box on the order.

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by toxicavenger » Fri Mar 12, 2021 7:14 pm
Cabaiguan wrote: ↑Fri Mar 12, 2021 5:53 pm
Rubber strap looks like shit. Definitely a candidate for an Isophrane.
that is the downfall of that strap. i owned one for a day and I couldn't get over the blunt edge of the strap.

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by mattcantwin » Fri Mar 12, 2021 8:30 pm
toxicavenger wrote: ↑Fri Mar 12, 2021 7:13 pm
mattcantwin wrote: ↑Fri Mar 12, 2021 6:54 pm
Cabaiguan wrote: ↑Fri Mar 12, 2021 5:53 pm
Rubber strap looks like shit. Definitely a candidate for an Isophrane.
That's an option when you purchase the watch.
its weird you can't pick. you actually have to contact them to change it. sounds like it leaves room for error instead of actually making it a check box on the order.
I think you can ask for the Isofrane strap in the notes portion of the order;
but checking a box would be much easier and clearer when the order is placed.
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by Axelay2003 » Sat Mar 13, 2021 3:17 am
toxicavenger wrote: ↑Fri Mar 12, 2021 5:47 pm
I like it, except the bezel numbers not in the middle. They are off centered.
It’s just the angle of the photographed watch. Look at all the hash marks. They are all equidistant.
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by Ryeguy » Sat Mar 13, 2021 3:45 am
toxicavenger wrote: ↑Fri Mar 12, 2021 7:14 pm
Cabaiguan wrote: ↑Fri Mar 12, 2021 5:53 pm
Rubber strap looks like shit. Definitely a candidate for an Isophrane.
that is the downfall of that strap. i owned one for a day and I couldn't get over the blunt edge of the strap.
The best version of that strap is from Zodiac. Their’s has rounded ends. Brice has a few and is a fan.
That said, I agree, that watch is screaming for an ISO.
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by demer03 » Sat Mar 13, 2021 3:46 am
Ryeguy wrote: ↑Sat Mar 13, 2021 3:45 am
toxicavenger wrote: ↑Fri Mar 12, 2021 7:14 pm
Cabaiguan wrote: ↑Fri Mar 12, 2021 5:53 pm
Rubber strap looks like shit. Definitely a candidate for an Isophrane.
that is the downfall of that strap. i owned one for a day and I couldn't get over the blunt edge of the strap.
The best version of that strap is from Zodiac. Their’s has rounded ends. Brice has a few and is a fan.
That said, I agree, that watch is screaming for an ISO.
Unfortunately, original BestFit are the only one to wear. I don’t understand why it’s so difficult to reproduce those.
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by Ryeguy » Sat Mar 13, 2021 4:29 am
demer03 wrote: ↑Sat Mar 13, 2021 3:46 am
Ryeguy wrote: ↑Sat Mar 13, 2021 3:45 am
toxicavenger wrote: ↑Fri Mar 12, 2021 7:14 pm
Cabaiguan wrote: ↑Fri Mar 12, 2021 5:53 pm
Rubber strap looks like shit. Definitely a candidate for an Isophrane.
that is the downfall of that strap. i owned one for a day and I couldn't get over the blunt edge of the strap.
The best version of that strap is from Zodiac. Their’s has rounded ends. Brice has a few and is a fan.
That said, I agree, that watch is screaming for an ISO.
Unfortunately, original BestFit are the only one to wear. I don’t understand why it’s so difficult to reproduce those.
I probably should have said “modern reinterpretation” of the tropic design.
Those Bestfit are getting pricey! I’m also surprised no one has started reproducing that design. It seems obvious most people would prefer a finished end on their strap instead of a blunt cut.
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by toxicavenger » Sat Mar 13, 2021 11:05 am
Axelay2003 wrote: ↑Sat Mar 13, 2021 3:17 am
toxicavenger wrote: ↑Fri Mar 12, 2021 5:47 pm
I like it, except the bezel numbers not in the middle. They are off centered.
It’s just the angle of the photographed watch. Look at all the hash marks. They are all equidistant.
They still look off center to me.
Nice lume on that Matt
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by charger02 » Sat Mar 13, 2021 12:28 pm
I ordered one soon after they were released. Wanted a Doxa 300T but the price of the Synchron was too good to pass up. Got the Isofrane as well because it’s so comfortable. Really look forward to having it in hand.
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by mattcantwin » Sat Mar 13, 2021 1:00 pm
toxicavenger wrote: ↑Sat Mar 13, 2021 11:05 am
Nice lume on that Matt
Pic is from an upcoming review by Mike at Fratello.
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by gonzomantis » Sat Mar 13, 2021 1:05 pm
toxicavenger wrote: ↑Sat Mar 13, 2021 11:05 am
They still look off center to me.
I was thinking the digits are too close to the outside of the insert. Is that what you mean?
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by toxicavenger » Sat Mar 13, 2021 1:40 pm
gonzomantis wrote: ↑Sat Mar 13, 2021 1:05 pm
toxicavenger wrote: ↑Sat Mar 13, 2021 11:05 am
They still look off center to me.
I was thinking the digits are too close to the outside of the insert. Is that what you mean?
yes
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