Hruodland Royal Oak Homage Full Review

[@younusimam-thesalamproject6340]

Amazing. I've thought of getting a luxury watch, but really, even with a lot of money saved up it just wouldn't bring me joy.

[@muhammedalmany6237]

I have wanted to buy this multiple times but unfortunately its a bit too big for my 6 inch wrist. Otherwise its a wonderful watch. Totally worth the price.

[@EscapeWheel]

Indeed, it would be monsterous on you...lol

[@ianellwood10]

Awesome review Steve! I’m glad you enjoyed it. I’ll take that case back off when I get it back and we can solve that screw riddle once and for all

[@EscapeWheel]

Thanks, Ian. I'd really be interested to know what you find out.

[@dino3162]

I’d like to see a quick review of the v3 pagani speedy

[@earllangcay6637]

not gonna lie- that MOP mosaic dial looks awesome!

[@TheSerbianG]

Is this better than Tissot PRX?

[@sonoitaliano3554]

hello, thanks for the review. it seems to me that the bezel is crooked relative to the lower part of the case.

[@EscapeWheel]

I keep looking at it and don't see it in person...movie magic maybe 🤣😜

[@sonoitaliano3554]

@@EscapeWheel well, do you see the curvature in the video? the right side of the bezel is slightly downward. And how are things really going, do you have the opportunity to take another look? thanks

[@EscapeWheel]

@@sonoitaliano3554 lense distortion is my guess. Looks perfect in person. I use a wide angle camera zoomed in a bit, so there is bound to be a little distortion.

[@sonoitaliano3554]

@@EscapeWheel yes, that's for sure, the bezel is superimposed on the case very crookedly, look at the symmetry and geometry, look at the corners of the eight-pointed edge and the central links of the watch bracelet and they cost $265, this is rare even in a $30 watch. It's a shame. That's probably why the seller didn't want to send me a video)) I also think that this is an engineering flaw, respectively, such a marriage will be on all models. It's a pity, I seriously considered buying them (( are there live photos on Instagram? thanks

[@lucianobueno6967]

Omg I'm in love with this dial. Can't decide between blue or black aventurine.

[@EscapeWheel]

Haha, it's sure is beautiful. I don't think you can go wrong with either

[@cosmodoc]

so, now we definitely know that you really like the dial and that it’s really, really good!😁

[@EscapeWheel]

Did I say that? 🤣

[@cosmodoc]

@@EscapeWheel no, you only hinted at it…

[@lucianobueno6967]

Mine is on its way!! Couldn't resist that beautiful dial and luckily I have a 7¾ inch wrist. I went for blue aventurine though. Hope it is as nice as this black one. I think I've watched this review 10+ times LoL

[@EscapeWheel]

Lol, thanks for watching! That blue look stunning as well

[@pavelantos]

can you make a video with the blue dial?

[@lucianobueno6967]

@@pavelantos I can try, but my only camera available is the one in my smartphone, and isn't that great for close shots ( black shark 4pro). But the blue dial is very similar to this black one, the blue is very deep, purpleish almost, but very beautiful. Sparkle a lot! The lumen is great as is the indexes, overall, I really recommend this watch if you like this kind of dial and design. If you really wnat to see it, I can try to send you a video. I've put some pictures in the review section on AliExpress, but the quality is reduced automatically on AliExpress reviews.

[@bellerive78660]

Like that PD1701 !

[@EscapeWheel]

It's great now with the updated dial and hands.

[@PlugInRides]

Now if we could convince Hruoland, Cronos or San Martin to release a similar quality Nautilus homage!

[@haoyu16]

SN076-G close enough?

[@PlugInRides]

@@haoyu16 No. I really want the Nautilus bezel. Bliger and Tandorio have PT5000 versions that comes close, but fall down on water resistance (3 Bar). Ideally, the watch would have 100m or 200m WR.

[@haoyu16]

@@PlugInRides Hope you get your wish! I am hoping for a smaller Royal Oak homage although I guess I could just go the replica route, too lol

[@josephotico6175]

A year later, we now have the Revelot Gentus

[@ms.bunniesarecute2287]

​@@josephotico6175beautiful watch to boot

[@ahmedthabetkhalil2210]

I can not find the watch at the link in the video to be purchased. Can you help me with other link to buy it ?

[@EscapeWheel]

Sorry, I'm not seeing it anywhere.

[@TheWatchConcierge]

I hate the name of the brand but they seem to have some nice quality watches. Really the only reason I won’t buy it is because of the name. Also I wish they made it smaller. Not sure why Pagani Design or San Martin haven’t made an homage like this yet.

[@EscapeWheel]

Give it some time. SM has a nice base for a royal oak 38mm.

[@Jack_the_rider]

Beautiful watch but sadly can't find it anywhere.

[@tarasmathers7423]

I like the classic look of the variation, but it's a little larger than I prefer. I feel like the SN013-G is more akin to what I'm looking for. Although I will say that honestly, I'm getting a little sick of the "integrated stainless steel sports-watch" thing, thats been going on for the last 3 to 4 yrs or so. I'm just kind of getting burned out on them is all. I only wonder if I'll grab the SN013-G (for example), only to lose interest in it 6 months to a year from now. That's all. A lot of watch for the money though. Could've chose a better name though. Keep up the good work. Cheers...

[@batuhans.5120]

My wrists are 6.8 inches, what do you think this 42mm watch will fit me?

[@EscapeWheel]

If they are flat, it'll be right on the edge. If you prefer them large, it should be good...but just barely

[@batuhans.5120]

@@EscapeWheel Thanks

[@mikevespoli]

Would you say the bracelet is a deal breaker?

[@EscapeWheel]

No. It's just not as comfortable as other bracelets, but it was never bad. Only when I was at a park play in ng with the kids in Florida summer. Got, humid, sweaty, action, ect.

[@craigweston5371]

A heavy watch using a butterfly clasp = never getting a comfortable fit. Lovely looking though.

[@EscapeWheel]

Thankfully I was able to get the perfect fit with it...but yeah, some half links would be clutch

[@cedarcanoe]

Very nice execution but wayy tooo laarge like you said

[@EscapeWheel]

Too big for my preferences, but I know there are plenty out there that like a watch of this size and weight

[@nintendokings]

Way too big imo

[@EscapeWheel]

It's definitely a bit one.

[@nenadkojic7125]

Really ? It is very unlikely the two sets of screws are connected in any way, absolutely no reason to do so given opening the back would then release the bezel ? Finishing is to a s

[@nenadkojic7125]

Is to a superb standard at the price

[@EscapeWheel]

Isn't that how AP does it? I honestly have zero clue....lol

[@nenadkojic7125]

Well at thousands of pounds a pop things can get technical but a Chinese homage is much more likely to keep things simple as possible...

[@EscapeWheel]

@@nenadkojic7125 the San Martin SN004 uses a 2 sided screw system on the bracelets. Technically it's no different than this setup.

[@ltang5706]

​@@EscapeWheel It is how they do it yep.

[@flyant321]

I never like this design..

[@EscapeWheel]

The smaller vintage cases appeal to me some, but this modern size? I dunno. And this is supposed to be a sports watch....way to damn heavy for a sports watch.