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Brathwait Watches 15% off with Code (Automatic Minimalist $305.15 USD/~$400 AUD Delivered)

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Brathwait Watches 15% off with Code (Automatic Minimalist $305.15 USD/~$400 AUD Delivered)
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tabz on 05/11/2016 - 15:43 brathwait.com (517 clicks)
Last edited 06/11/2016 - 18:03 by 1 other user
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Automatic Minimalist - Automatic movement with Leather strap down to $305.15 USD (from $359 USD).
Classic Slim - Quartz with Nato strap, similar to Daniel Wellington down to $194.65 USD (from $229 USD).
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I was in the market for a new 'dress' watch, and really liked the minimalist design of Daniel Wellington but wasn't a fan of the price for their Quartz movement.

A few forums suggested to check out Brathwait as they're similar in design to DW, but use better materials such as the more scratch resistant sapphire glass.

I looked for coupon codes (as you do) and came across the 15% off code which made the price more appealing.

Also note, if you just want a minimalist looking Quartz movement watch with Nato strap and don't care about the other particulars, there are a lot of really cheap ones that look pretty decent from Aliexpress.

I'd love any feedback from anyone who actually owns one of these watches.

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  • WatchNerd on 05/11/2016 - 15:50
    +1

    A few forums suggested to check out Brathwait as they're similar in design to DW, but use better materials such as the more scratch resistant sapphire glass.

    Which forums?

  • tonyjzx on 05/11/2016 - 15:52
    +1

    Is that realistically a $360 watch?

    where is it made?

    • tabz on 05/11/2016 - 16:05

      Those watches are made in China according to their FAQs.

      They do have a line made in Switzerland, but that one seems ridiculously overpriced.

      As for whether it's realistically a $360 watch? Probably not. From what i've read online, all fashion watches have really high markups. This one just doesn't seem as high as the others.

      • tonyjzx on 05/11/2016 - 16:14
        +3

        My lowest threshold in 'luxury' watches is Tissot.

        eg.

        https://www.catchoftheday.com.au/product/tissot-men-s-42mm-p…

        made in switzerland

        its the real deal

        • SBOB on 05/11/2016 - 16:22
          +2

          Still a quartz watch… Why bother getting 'swiss' watch that uses a quartz movement is beyond me

        • tonyjzx on 05/11/2016 - 17:30

          @SBOB:

          I'm with you but who has $2,000 etc. for a automatic swiss?

          I'm realistic. You cant buy an automatic Swiss watch for under $500.

        • SBOB on 05/11/2016 - 17:36

          @tonyjzx:

          Then buy a good quality automatic from a non-swiss manufacturer..

          Having use to be into watches, there's plenty of impressive watches with high quality build and movement..

          Plenty of options to fit whatever niche your looking for..

          Eg, I had a thing for lume, so my lum-tec fit the bill, and pretty sure I won't be bumping into anyone wearing the same watch any time soon..

        • Tycn on 05/11/2016 - 19:03

          @tonyjzx:

          You cant buy an automatic Swiss watch for under $500.

          Here you go: http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/231997201865

        • ilikeit on 05/11/2016 - 19:15

          @tonyjzx: there are some fantastic non-Swiss brands that manufacture in Switzerland. Germany too. Steinhart, Stowaway, Bulova with their Accusswiss lines among others,

  • khang on 05/11/2016 - 16:33

    I have the classic slim version. Definitely do recommend if you are looking for a watch of a DW style but wanting better materials! It just lacks the name value of a DW.

    Edit: https://www.brathwait.com/get-25 if you want to buy with a friend, not sure if it stacks with the discount though

  • Crushader on 05/11/2016 - 17:34
    +3

    Don't buy… it seems they raised the price for the discount. I bought mine for $185 USD in May and now its $249 USD, I got the classic slim in rose gold and leather. I love the watch and it hasnt scratch yet, but I don't condone this price raising practice…

  • kendoggs on 05/11/2016 - 18:00

    I have this in gold and brown leather. Only minor thing I observed is that the movement is a bit audible but I barely notice it in everyday scenarios. That aside, I've found it to be a great watch to play around with and looks great (in my opinion).

    Would recommend this for anybody sitting on the fence about buying it.

  • Rorschach on 05/11/2016 - 18:26

    Wish the ones from aliexpress had better brand names, or put in none at all!
    "What's that you're wearing? A Sinobi….."

    • WatchNerd on 05/11/2016 - 18:30
      +1

      Sinobi's not bad, haven't you seen Deerfun, Reginald, Kevin & Dom?

      • Rorschach on 05/11/2016 - 18:31

        Yeah, I like their style, just not their name!
        I'll check the others out, thanks!

  • ilikeit on 05/11/2016 - 19:32

    Brathwait seems to have strayed from their original philosophy - produce quality and affordable time pieces by cutting out the middle man and not charging extortionate prices for relatively cheap upgrades. Example: mineral crystal to sapphire.

    Their upgrade to automatic is joke.

    Too many people are under the illusion that Swiss made means manufactured and constructed in Switzerland. It's only a percentage of Swiss input and construction put simply. Many Swiss watches constructed with parts from China. Even Omega does this.

  • Mr BoMBAStiG on 05/11/2016 - 23:22

    Check out JDRT if you want an Australian alternative.

  • [Deactivated] on 06/11/2016 - 01:59

    aliexpress cheap junk

    • WatchNerd on 06/11/2016 - 12:39

      That's not always the case, maybe you might want to look through this thread -
      Best of Aliexpress.

    • abadacus on 07/11/2016 - 19:59

      "aliexpress cheap junk" - a fitting description for Daniel Wellington watches

  • jjcf on 06/11/2016 - 10:06

    Purchasing under the assumption that this watch will sing WE'LL GO RIDING ON THE HORRRRRRRRRSES YEAH YEAHHHHHH every hour.

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