Micro-Rotor Battle: Lobinni Interlaken vs Sólás Starlight - Comparison Review

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Here's a comparison review of the Interlaken 1888 micro-rotor Hangzou 5000A vs the Sólás Starlight micro-rotor watch. So it's AliExpress vs Microbrand.
Link to the watch on AliExpress:
s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DCRHXwD
Link to the Sólás website:
solaswatches.com/
Link to the review of the Sólás prototype:
kzbin.info/www/bejne/gWrZlHhop8tjnJY
Link to the giveaway draw video that I won the watch from:
kzbin.info/www/bejne/g6G4hKGgmdGdpdU
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www.manontime.com/viewtopic.php?f=5&t=2863
#Lobinni #Solas #MicroRotor #AliExpressWatch #Microbrand #HonestWatchReviews

Hey James, Thanks again for doing the comparison - I think it's provided an interesting look into what a microbrand may be doing differently with the same movement, be that a Seiko NH35a, a Hangzhou 5000A or a Miyota 9 series. Congrats again on winning the eagrán bradán feasa unique unit and thanks for your support of the Alone charity during our campaign. I see the discussion has been pretty lively already and if I may just add some of my own thoughts on the microbrand vs factory brand discussion (which I think is a really good topic to discuss): 1. Design: At its best - the creator behind a microbrand is not merely a "middleman" adding in costs between a Chinese factory's design and a western customer audience (we all know there are brands who pick out and mix'n'match parts to try and build something) - rather - (good) microbrand owners are trying to create what hasn't been created before. Case in point - I would understand that before our KS campaign got successfully funded there was no micro-rotor choice for western audiences - now we have two (and more to come from other microbrands and factory brands hopefully). For Sólás - a major part of what we want to do is to drive brands (micro or factory) into making great affordable designs/movements/materials available - this will be reflected in our next model too, something again that won't be available anywhere in the world until we try to have it built. 2. Value vs. price: While a micro could never compete with a factory brand purely on price (we are an extra layer on top of factory costs and our scale can't compete with the large factories powering brands like Lobinni, Heimdallr, Spinnaker etc. ) people will have to decide for themselves if the difference in price is worth it (and the same question often occurs between microbrands and Swiss luxury brands etc.) I believe for many customers of Sólás, knowing that the watch will be able to be serviced in Ireland, that I'll be on hand to answer queries (and love chatting about watches), provide extra QC and regulation for each unit personally and try to "onshore" as much as possible the brand in Ireland is something they like and are willing to pay for. To expand on your vision point - I've been pretty public about my ultimate aim for Sólás - to build an affordable 5 minute repeater watch as a microbrand - something that is financially risky and technically challenging. What profits we've made from the Starlight have been put into our next model development (titled Equinox) because I'm a watch guy and I want to build interesting watches that haven't been done before. I believe a portion of our customers also share in such a vision and want to see it come into fruition. 3. Choice!: I think it's great that brands like Lobinni are finally using the HZ5000A in their watches now - and hope there will be more to come from them too - buyers having a choice between Lobinni, Sólás and say Universal Geneve for a microrotor watch in 2021 is much better than only having the UG choice back in 2019. More choice is always a good thing and I'm confident that Sólás' customer can see the extra value we provide them from our brand too. And yes you are correct that currently our KS edition is completely sold out. We are however working on retail versions which include date/no-date options and indices in either silver or rose-gold (like you see in your unique charity prize edition) as again, as Sólás we try to respond to what our customers want (if it can be economically built). For people who may be interested in the retail edition of the Starlight and when that is coming out please feel free to send me an email at [e-mail] Thanks again for the donation to Alone - and hopefully you'll be interested in looking at our Equinox model in the future too 😊

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

That's very comprehensive Diyu. I'll pin this comment so everyone can see it. As I think it explains things better than I every could.

[@alanwright3172]

I may have been a little harsh and I do appreciate that you have done something much different from the usual micro brand "Subbie" and I wish you luck but there are a lot of good looking watches out there with the same movement for a lot less.

@@alanwright3172 not at all - all perspectives are interesting to me. With the Starlight it was about leading the way and bringing out a "taste" of the Moser/Lange/Parmigiani aventurine/microrotor models for a lot less - and yes, if price is the only criteria then now people have a good Lobinni option too. Before we successfully brought the Starlight to market there was no such option - so there is always a risk in being first :) - but that was what we mean by vision too - because I think consumers have plenty of choice for "sub homages" or "marinemaster types" of watches (even from microbrands) - we want to do something different with each of our watch models. Even now, if you want an aventurine dialled microrotor watch - after the 499 euro Starlight the next choice is a 13000 euro Parmigiani Tonda Galaxy (so we look above and not below). If Lobinni produced an aventurine dialled microrotor watch would it be cheaper than 499? Undoubtedly, but they must have good commercial reasons for not wanting to take the risk of making more niche products that passionate micros can choose to make. For our customers, some of whom have longed for an aventurine piece, a microrotor or an Irish piece - the Starlight may be "exactly" what they were looking for - and that's who I hope to be serving with my pieces 😊

[@alanwright3172]

@ Well said! I see where you're coming from now, perhaps it was a misguided video and the emphasis should have been on the dial comparison rather than the movement as the former is the USP.

[@letlogiclead1187]

@ I will saving some pennies for that Equinox 5 minute repeater Diyu, and that's a promise. I bet us affordable watch collectors who enjoy movement variations will be biting your hand off when it comes to fruition. Really excitedly awaiting my Starlight delivery. Sláinte!

[@Zzutubez]

I'd take the Lobinni personally. Firstly you can see the minutes between the indices unlike the Solas

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

That's a fair point.

[@brianmsahin]

The Lobinni looks like my grandfather's Revue Swiss pocketwatch from the late 1930's. Still going strong too! +7 seconds per day after service! That movement is gorgeous! Solas is nice too.

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

Wow. That is impressive.

[@CJ_102]

The micro-rotor Hangzou 5000A is incredible. Alongside a few other Chinese and Russian movements, it is astounding value. Yes of course the big name luxury brands do offer superior service and precision finishing. But for an average Joe on an average salary (especially during the post covid cost of living crisis), it has really made watch hobbying so much more fun and accessible - being able to get into tourbillons, display casebacks, swan necks, blued parts, ceramic dials, micro rotors, moon phases, classic hand winding etc.

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

Yeah I totally agree mate. I've got a really nice Chinese Tourbillon as well. kzbin.info/www/bejne/ipiXladon8RkZ80

[@JasonTheWatchGuy]

That salmon strap, wow! Insane, love how it accents that dial too!

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

Pretty special isn't it? I'm very lucky.

[@AliasEveWatches]

Ever since I saw the review for the Lobinni with this movement, I've been waiting for someone to do a side by side comparison with the Solas one. :) Both gorgeous caseback view but I prefer the front view of the Solas. I am not a fan of the 7 o clock small seconds placement but I guess that comes with the movement.

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

It was the first thing I though to do when I got the Lobinni. I'm glad you liked it.

[@letlogiclead1187]

James, James, James. Delighted to hear you won the competition! Luck should always land at the feet of those who put the work in, and that's what you do (you also have a "double special" with the salmon strap and higher level decorated movement). As you know, I bought the Lobinni ($186) and have committed to pre-order the Sòlàs (€419 incl. postage) so a huge price difference, but absolutely no complaint on that issue. I believe we need brave souls like Diyu stimulating the watch world. Brilliant video from my point of view for obvious reasons. Kudos!

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

Thanks very much. Yeah it's really is "double special". If you don't mind me asking, what made you buy both watches? Just so others can perhaps understand what you see the differences as too.

[@letlogiclead1187]

You hit the nail on the head when you said yourself James, the Lobinni is a regular dress watch, slim, white dialled, uncomplicated, whereas the Sólás, with it's Aventurine dial and the Diyu "back story" is a special occasion dress watch. So there is room in my collection for both. After all I have more than 20 dive watches so far and let's be honest unless you are an addicted "watchie" who really needs more than one. I am also fascinated by different movement designs and dial variations. Consequently I own tourbillons, a jumping hour, a regulator, a Shanghai centralised, elevated, balance wheel (Dome of Heaven) and, of course, several ST1901 column wheel chronograph variations. I am a collector who loves variety and wants a large enough selection such that donning a watch that I have not worn for several weeks gives me the new watch experience all over again. This industry appears to be thriving and changing at an accelerating pace. I feel lucky to have found this hobby at such an interesting time.

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

Wow that's some collection then. I have tourbillion in my collection. You probably haven't seen the video though. It's a really old one.

[@TheSilverDubberII]

"This is someone's vision", very well said. Your reviews are deffo improving ol'son. ;-)

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

Thank you. I appreciate that. I try to keep improving.

[@freequest]

The Lobinni looks far better. It's got that old pocket watch look and overall vintage elegance to it. The other one well just another fashion watch with a strap you can buy easily enough of the market.

[@nintendokings]

That Solas dial is stunning. Movement is very pretty too but can’t help but feel it’s punching above its weight at that price and can’t be that great

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

It's unique though, and that costs a bit more than usual.

[@cc1no]

Great and very fair review! I am thinking about buying a Lobinni as I think it offers best value for the price. My only reservation is that I do not know much about micro rotor movement. What's the different between micro rotor and regular movements such as NH35A, ETA 2824, Miyota, or Sea Gull? Does micro rotor movement offer better accuracy, thus it costs more? Appreciate your thought on this.

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

The main benefits of a micro-rotor, is that it doesn't cover the movement. So you get to see more of it and appreciate the workings of it and the decoration. Also it allows watches to be slimmer, as the rotor is recessed into the movement. Instead of being on top of it as usual.

[@cc1no]

@@HonestWatchReviewsHWR Thanks much!

[@jurajlemes7465]

Thank you very much for the exact thickness of the watch . Beautiful video thanks

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

Thanks for watching.

[@karlsenula9495]

I kind of like the look of the Lobinni better than the Solas (the look of the movement in the back ... style of decoration ... and the design of the dial, you see those style of applied markers and dauphin hands from the Solas on so many other watches). I think Breguet style hands on the Lobinni would make it look even more fantastic. The dimensions on the Solas are the better between the two however imo.

[@funkmon]

This is what I want to see!

[@jacc88888]

Thanks for the review. Why are the specs better on the Lobinni? It’s astonishing value for a microrotor movement watch with double sapphire.

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

That's just the way with AliExpress watches. They save money on advertising and also have slimmer margins and make their money selling in volume. Microbrands just can't compete with them on that.

[@jacc88888]

@@HonestWatchReviewsHWR Yes, I see, but you also said the specs are better on the lobinni, which specs are superior? Is the movement better regulated?

[@whatsstefon]

Interesting how the hands on the Sólás disappear at what seems to be front on angles both in your indoor and outdoor shots. Beautiful watch, but one of my pet peeves with a wristwatch is a dial or hands that are challenging to glance at the time.

[@SoCalWatchReviews]

Great video James. I still can’t believe you can get a watch with this movement for the price. However because the movement is “Chinese” people hate on it!

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

Thanks mate. Yeah I really don't understand why people hate on all Chinese movements. There's some good ones out there too.

[@possumsam2189]

@@HonestWatchReviewsHWR Even the Vintage Chinese movements (SM1AK, ST-5 & the Top-shelf Tongjis) are great movements, even when stacked against the Swiss or Japanese at the time

[@jean-jeromecasaionga334]

Excellent comparison. I'm waiting for my Solas. The Aventurine dial looks wonderful.

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

Thanks I'm glad you liked it. I'm sure you'll love your watch when it arrives too.

[@jean-jeromecasaionga334]

Thx. By the way, did you got my mail ?

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

Email? What was it about?

[@andrea81]

Nice to know you won the competition! I'm eagerly waiting my regular production Solas. Lobinni seems to make great watches, but I hate when AliExpress brands flat out lie on the dial ("chronometer" and such...). In this case what bugs me is "Intelaken", a city in Switzerland that sure has nothing to do with Lobinni watches,

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

Thanks. Yeah I know what you mean. They annoying thing about it is that they don't to do it either. If they just let the watch speak for itself, I think more people would like them.

[@Alias_Anybody]

The white dial of the L doesn't seem to be particularly shiny but the strap is, that's IMO the bigger issue than it being fault-croc. Shiny straps work well with vintage silver-y dials, Bauhaus matte white demands something more subdued. Apart from that, I'm not sure if the rather basic dress watch look and functions (the Solais has an awesome dial but no great complications or something) will be worth the headache that movement may cause in the future. If it fails, good luck with the repair or service. Unless you specifically buy it FOR the movement I'd look elsewhere in general.

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

I'm not a fan of faux croc straps for the same reason. As for the movement... Of course it's one of the main reasons you'd buy the watch. When it comes to repair and servicing, I'm going to be honest, I haven't really thought about that.

[@AlexanderB.]

I think you're right about this strap. I'm no fan of faux croc either but this one looks particularly cheesy because it's so shiny. This watch deserves something more classy.

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

I'll be switching it out and you'll see the pictures on the new strap on my Instagram.

[@hiyukelavie2396]

I prefer the Lobinni honestly It looks more elegant and understated, with a clean dial and interesting font for the numerals, which is what I'd prefer in a dressy type of watch The Solas looks pretty awesome too, but it's a bit too gaudy for my taste Options are always good though!

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

The Solas is definitely the more flamboyant choice.

[@CanadianBeachcomber]

Thank you for showing us some watches that I would have normally overlooked. My question, based on comments I have read over the past two years, is a micro rotor less effective for winding a watch than a standard rotor? Cheers.

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

I'm glad you liked it. As for your question about the micro rotor itself... Not that I've noticed. I suspect that it's probably negligible. But I could be wrong.

[@possumsam2189]

This Microrotor actually performs better than the Swiss microrotors.

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

@@possumsam2189 That's good to know.

Hi Chris - yes due to the smaller rotor there is less torque for the winding of the mainspring - it's actually why Hangzhou didn't proceed with their central seconds hand micro-rotor movement (it used too much torque for the micro-rotor to keep the movement sufficiently wound) - so the second hand was mounted directly on the 4th wheel (at the 7 o'clock - just like on some Piaget microrotor movements and the Bulgari Octo Finissimo). If it was easy to do without potential downsides/careful execution I'm sure a lot more movements would use a micro-rotor by default 😀

[@AlexanderB.]

Apart from the movements you can't really compare these two watches. The Lobinni does well for itself. I think they have got the various design elements and the beautyfull domed crystal right. I agree on the strap, that's possibly the weak point of this watch. If this was mine it would be the first thing to go. I like the Sólás for it's Irishness, the Irish writing is a nice touch. But it isn't a dress watch it's something completely different and even a little bit quirky. Cheers James!

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

That's a fair point. I just thought it would make an interesting video, given that these are the only two watches I know of that use this movement that done cost an absolute fortune. Plus it helps to illustrate the difference between AliExpress and Microbrands I think.

[@AlexanderB.]

@@HonestWatchReviewsHWR I wasn't criticising the video I think it's a fair point to show these two watches togetherin one video. I just wanted to point out the huge differences.

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

I know, don't worry. I was agreeing with you.

[@wymanscorneroftheworld8777]

The skeletonized hands are a nice touch on the lobinni A little thing, but when the hands cover the seconds wheel it just looks well thought out. I jadnto change out my strap right away though... not a fan of those cheap faux crocs

[@marzrad4913]

Great review!! Just picked up the Lobinni on Aliexpress 11/11 sale for $172 USD. Looking forward to getting mine. The movement on the Lobinni looks much muuuuuch better. The micro rotor on the Lobinni actual stands out. The Solas just blends in a loses the wow factor. Lobinni all the way!!!!

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

Thanks. I'm sure you'll love it when it arrives. This Solas I have here is a special limited edition one. This is the standard one. kzbin.info/www/bejne/gWrZlHhop8tjnJY

[@marzrad4913]

@@HonestWatchReviewsHWR thank you for that. You may want to check out the Boderry Elite watch. It has the same micro rotor movement. It is around $199. Just an FYI. Cheers

[@zillsburyy1]

i like lobini. good value. use to have one but the hands are always a problem . most of them are silver and they disappear on top of the dial.

[@rumatadestora]

It's not even a competition since Solas is out of stock. Both watches are nice, first time I see that model by Lobinni

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

They will be back in stock at some point though, I've been informed.

[@rayintheforest]

I love both!! Really nice watches!! The movement inside them is so beautiful, and I like the dial design of the Solas with the beautiful night sky stars design, but the Lobinni is a more all-around classic design that goes well with any formal fashion. I'd have both if I could, but if I had to choose I will go for the Solas!

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

Yeah despite having the same movement in them, they are pretty different watches for different occasions.

[@danielthompson803]

The Cadisen or AESOP have the same dial called the Galaxy model unfortunately it has a miyota. Movement but the dial look the same. And it's at a great price.

[@914Rocky]

Baltic put that same movement into one of its recent releases. It has a beautiful dial but only has a mineral crystal. But it’s priced at north of $650. To me, the Lobinni is a way better deal.

[@maljones.8737]

Love both of them. Solas a lot more interesting .would love to feel that strap. Great production.👍

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

It's definitely something that you have to see and feel to fully appreciate.

[@wadirum2008]

Well done - thanks!

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

I'm glad you liked it.

[@benjamr68]

Oh wow! That salmon dial! 😍😍

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

Do you mean the salmon strap, or the Aventurine dial?😉

[@javak810i]

Is it me or does the Lobinni have larger date?

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

Yeah it is slightly. The Solas one is a little tighter.

[@scott8129]

Solas for the win. Aventurine dial, smaller size looks better on your 7” wrist, better strap, decorated movement (plus blued screws on the KS campaign).

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

Did you get a Sólás on the Kickstarter then?

[@scott8129]

@@HonestWatchReviewsHWR yes, I did. Still waiting on it (as I think we all are). The Aventurine dial plus Irish heritage is what attracted me to it.

[@jurajlemes7465]

mine LOBINNI the date is not working properly on some numbers remains stuck. The date works for you correctly ?

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

I don't have that issue with mine. I'd suggest contacting the store or opening a dispute.

[@tranwatches5416]

Beautiful watch great find

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

They really are. Which one do you prefer?

[@deedee8568]

Lobinni make some lovely pieces, but a bit on the large side for dress-style watches. Their PP Calatrava homage is excellent, I think, still a little big tho😟 (for me) but great price for a Miyota 9000.

[@johnmuthan286]

I though it had a st2130?

[@deedee8568]

@@johnmuthan286 oh yes, checking again (been some months), I can't find the previous ad on AliExpress, but looking just now, I saw different ads for, variously, seagull, Miyota and also seiko movements! Bless my soul 😯😯😮

[@WorthAWatchReviews]

Both watches are beautiful, but if the Lobinni had a smaller lug to lug it would be a stronger proposition.

[@Animalkisser]

Is it possible to find parts?

[@andrei-cosmin.popa85]

I would rather avoid disingenuous brands like Lobinni Interlaken (check their website for their brand history shenanigans), regardless of the product quality, reason being I want to develop a relation with the brand and potentially buy future models. Much respect for Chinese brands (like San Martin) that do not try to cover the origin of their watches behind some Swiss fairy-tale. At the same time, I don't care of a watch market value, as long as I like its looks and the movement is reliable. The value is @ my wrist. Last, but not least important : how many people wear a watch upside down so they would state @ the movement, rather than the dial? I don't understand the cute backcase, pretty movement trend, unless I can see that movement while being able to read time.

[@deedee8568]

Indeed. On the flip-side of your points, one could counter with the disingenuous potential of "swiss-made", where printed on a brand's dial.

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

You both make good points.

[@andrei-cosmin.popa85]

@@deedee8568 that's something I don't care today. The watches market has drastically changed over the years. 15 years ago, when I got my first omega I couldn't afford to service it I never thought I'd buy a Chinese watch in 2020. I think guys @ Lobinni are smart as they homage a niche of dress watches not too many other mushroom brands focus on. If I didn't read their website and if I didn't know Guangdong is not quite Swiss, I'd praise the Lobinni for what they build.

[@bboooobbyy]

That salmon strap is something else. Never heard of such a thing...i wonder if its more waterproof than normal leather 😅

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

I never even thought of that 🤣

I did ask Turas Leather but sadly no - just like with croc, shark or other materials just because it comes from an aquatic creature doesn't make it any more waterproof than cow (or ostrich) leather. Shagreen (ray skin) is fireproof however! 🔥

[@YouTube_is_full_of_trolls]

It's funny that Baltic charges a lot more for the same movement. I do like the Baltic more, but im not sure if i like it 300% more.

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

The value for money that you're getting with this one is impressive.

[@cedarcanoe]

The Lobinni is very nice

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

You certainly get a good deal for a watch with this movement in.

[@3rdstone1]

If you hadn't put up the specs I'd swear that the Sólás was bigger, but that's just probably me having inferior vision lol. I think I'd prefer if Lobinni went even more retro here, with maybe printed black or slightly yellow kinda faux patina numerals and maybe black or blue hands. But it looks nice either way. The Sólás is of course something completly different with that spectacular dial. Interesting comparision though since they both share a very unusual movement.

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

Yeah I think that would look good. It was a fun comparison to do anyway. Despite the watches being pretty different, bar the movements.

[@3rdstone1]

@@HonestWatchReviewsHWR For me personally, if Lobinni did something in the vain of like what Vario did with their trench watches (but obviously a couple of decades later), and with this fascinating movement I'd really considering getting one.

[@JongChoongShyr]

I notice while the rotor has lesser diameter, it has to make up with thickness.

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

Correct. I guessing it's because otherwise it would be too light.

[@jeb-zf4un]

Get the hands off the lobinni and glug some aged loom in. Job done. Lobinni wins. Thanks for sharing.

[@jeb-zf4un]

Ooh as a comedy aside... Solas made a strap out of the bit you throw away after eating m&s salmon fillet. Priceless

[@justicew7612]

Is this minor-rotor loud?

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

No, they aren't loud.

[@justicew7612]

@@HonestWatchReviewsHWR Thanks! I saw another review on KZbin saying the rotor of this watch is very very loud.

[@chinaman1]

That salmon bracelet will probably be nice on a diver. haha

[@Man_Ray78]

Solas costs now 629 dollars and Lobinni costs 255 dollars now, 25 months later.

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

Thanks for the update.

[@andreleverettejr3747]

Put the salmon dial on the Lobbini and we have a winner

[@PowerControl]

The date window is ruining the looks. But the rest of the watches is really beautiful!

[@julianrafalko313]

Mine stopped working after ten days.

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

I'm sorry to hear that. Did you open a dispute?

[@juniorjohnson5961]

I like the Lobinni better

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

Any reason in particular?

[@juniorjohnson5961]

@@HonestWatchReviewsHWR It looks more classical

[@cod-nx2sd]

these are not high beat movements 36000vph are high beat movement

[@agaehmedbeyli8086]

Snoop Dogg Voice 😂😂😂

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

🤣🤣 That's a first.

[@alanwright3172]

Good specs against someones "vision"( same movement) for twice the price? Let me think about that for about......no that's enough time The Lobini wins hands down. If I want someones "vision" I'll build my own. Sorry but that purple and cheap gold looks.....cheap!

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

Don't you like the Aventurine dial either then?

[@rumatadestora]

Those two watches are of very different style. But yeah, I don't think that fancy dial is worth THAT much either

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

Fair enough.

[@alanwright3172]

@@HonestWatchReviewsHWR Nope!🙂

[@andrei-cosmin.popa85]

@@rumatadestora you'd be surprised how hard it is to find an aventurine dial watch at decent price. Of course, it's not for everyone. I'd jump on it, if I were woman 😅

[@persianchrist]

lobinni is a way better

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

It's definitely a great price for that movement.

[@Meath10]

Lobinni is nice but its the same as lots of other watches. The solas is unique

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

@@Meath10 Absolutely. I've not seen anything else like the Sólás before.

[@Meath10]

@@HonestWatchReviewsHWR I think some might not like the strap, I love it, wouldn't mind trying it with a blue dial watch

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

@@Meath10 Yeah it's pretty out there. I'm not normally one for that kind of thing, but I think it's one of those, 'you have to see it in person to really appreciate it' type of things.

[@Abyssdiver]

That is not skin from a salmon as the fish skin is way too thin and delicate plus the scales come off. That is either leather cowhide or fake leather with a scale looking imprint pressed into it. Sorry it is not real salmon skin

I can assure you that indeed the strap top is made from genuine salmon skin (the bottom is Italian calf full grain leather as stated on solaswatches.com). Have a google for salmon skin leather and you'll see how it's made.

[@말하는늑대]

솔라스가 아라비아 숫자 문자판이었으면 샀을 것 같다.

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

예, 관심이 있을 수 있습니다.

[@bhubestakesoponsatien1143]

Aliexpress is not the Manufacturer

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

Yeah I know.

[@lorenzklement8929]

I don't know man, the Solas looks like a pimp's pijamas

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😆

[@williamjames9515]

Unfortunately they both look like 49 dollar watches.

[@roganvidak]

CREM' DE LA CREM' of AFFORDABLE LUXURY!