Too much 1655 copy or an acceptable homage? Im planing on picking this watch up as i really like the design and the original is way out of my price range. I just dont want to be seen as someone wearing a knock off if that makes sense. Any opinions welcome as well as other options.
I’ve had the older 42 version for years. It’s obviously a direct homage to the 1655 and so either you like that or you don’t. Personally I love the design but will never come across a 1655 in person much less have one on my wrist. Also I enjoy having a GMT that’s outside of the GMT Master design language. The build quality is terrific, especially for the price, and I think the ETA movement is an upgrade from an NH35.
I have two complaints with the watch. 1) Some watches, like mine, had an issue with the GMT hand slightly misaligned. Apparently Steinhart would fix it under warranty, but I lived with it until I had my watch serviced anyway. 2) the crown guards are short.