• New, fitted to my watch once. Never actually worn
• Length: 75/115mm
• Thickness: Tapers from 5.35mm down to 2.55mm
• Factory fitted custom quick release spring bars
• Water and dust resistant
• Vegan construction: Premium FKM rubber base, embossed synthetic (sailcloth) upper
• Standard stainless steel tang buckle included, optional deployant clasp
• Tang buckle: Stainless steel
• Keepers: One fixed, one floating (both removable)…

Artem Classic Hydroflex Navy Blue Hybrid FKM Watch Strap with Blue Stitching

This is hands down the best homage I’ve picked up—surprisingly accurate, especially considering it runs on just the NH35 Seiko movement. They kept it tasteful and restrained, and it’s miles ahead of any fake, which I’d never even consider.

I’ve always admired the Rolex Milgauss, and with a collection that already includes a Rolex GMT, Tudor, a couple of Omegas, and a bunch of Seikos, I figured I’d give this a shot. Ended up being genuinely impressed by the quality. The only letdown is the…

Best homage ever purchased

Despite their water-themed names, the Patek Philippe Nautilus and Aquanaut, with their feeble 30m water resistance, fall short as true sports watches. Arguably the weakest examples of their kind as they simply are not fit for purpose.

From what I’ve read, their accuracy is also questionable. So why buy one? The high horology, the snob factor? I don’t get it.

I’d never consider one under any circumstances.