Post by: hidden830726 on January 22, 2015, 08:35:42 PM
DANIEL WELLINGTON
(http://imageshack.us/a/img189/9181/67117780.jpg)
Seen them very often, and tons of them selling in local forums, quartz, minimalist design, colorful straps, what else? Love? hate?
Post by: mike on January 22, 2015, 09:12:10 PM
nothing against the watch personally, just don't see the reason to spend that money on that watch when i can get a seiko prospex with that money. can't lie that it has really beautiful and elegant design, but its just not worth the money, and also too mainstream. many young people thinking it as a luxury and going crazy over it..
Post by: G.MAC on January 23, 2015, 05:45:07 AM
Post by: chestlwh on January 23, 2015, 06:29:38 AM
Post by: hidden830726 on January 23, 2015, 06:56:54 AM
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Post by: JeepWH on January 23, 2015, 07:20:51 AM
And as Mikster said, a watch that should not appear in MWF. :laugh:
Post by: swleong on January 23, 2015, 08:42:54 AM
Personally i would not buy this brand, but i can't deny that they look quite good and funky.
Would like to see if Enkidu ever get inspired by this to dress his VC Patrimony with Nato strap or not :Laughing_on_floor:
Post by: hanz079 on January 23, 2015, 08:50:22 AM
Every watch deserves a place in the horology world. Be it a fashion watch, toy watch or grand complications Patek Philippe.
Personally i would not buy this brand, but i can't deny that they look quite good and funky.
Would like to see if Enkidu ever get inspired by this to dress his VC Patrimony with Nato strap or not :Laughing_on_floor:
I agree with swleong,
I think every watch has a place somewhere in the horological map.
Be it a cheap watch or even a pasar malam watch.
We all gotta start somewhere.
But as with this DW brand goes, I do believe for the money... one can certaily find better options.
Post by: hidden830726 on January 23, 2015, 09:28:12 AM
Post by: Everdying on January 23, 2015, 09:56:07 AM
Post by: hanz079 on January 23, 2015, 10:02:58 AM
But how do I break it to my colleague? Haha
What I normally say is:
"Bro, the design is kinda cool. But my suggestion is that you get a watch from a true blue watch brand.
At least they are in the watch business proper... Seiko is a good start, g-shocks for ruff n tough.
If you're adamant about getting a similar designed watch, there are some brands out there with bauhaus design charging a little extra that's worth considering.
But buying watches is a personal thing, you go for what floats your boat, but since u asked for my opinion, that's it."
Post by: Clicko on January 23, 2015, 10:19:10 AM
Post by: shamtv2555 on January 23, 2015, 11:46:51 AM
Post by: hidden830726 on January 23, 2015, 12:05:19 PM
Post by: kenji1903 on January 23, 2015, 12:25:29 PM
Its not easy to break it to them, they will hate me for that :Dancing_banana:but your colleauge ASKED for it ;D
Post by: Enkidu on January 23, 2015, 12:43:34 PM
Would like to see if Enkidu ever get inspired by this to dress his VC Patrimony with Nato strap or not :Laughing_on_floor:
I am not sure what this has to do with me... ::) ::)
But since you mention it, yea...maybe something like this will be nice..
(http://i1244.photobucket.com/albums/gg574/loochunboon/GoldenRod-2_large_zpsc29d83df.jpg) (http://s1244.photobucket.com/user/loochunboon/media/GoldenRod-2_large_zpsc29d83df.jpg.html)
...and with matching jacket....
(http://i1244.photobucket.com/albums/gg574/loochunboon/Leopardcoat_zpsf395bb50.jpg) (http://s1244.photobucket.com/user/loochunboon/media/Leopardcoat_zpsf395bb50.jpg.html)
and boxer.... ;D ;D
(http://i1244.photobucket.com/albums/gg574/loochunboon/pipa_shorts_leopard_zps6cff528b.jpg) (http://s1244.photobucket.com/user/loochunboon/media/pipa_shorts_leopard_zps6cff528b.jpg.html)
Post by: hanz079 on January 23, 2015, 12:45:33 PM
Its not easy to break it to them, they will hate me for that :Dancing_banana:
I don't see the big problem honestly.
I mean being colleagues and definitely friends to a certain degree, your friend would like to hear honest opinions and not just "sure" "yes" and "go ahead"
Post by: dennis.T on January 23, 2015, 07:13:16 PM
Post by: Boeing on January 24, 2015, 08:08:12 AM
Post by: Timeless on January 24, 2015, 10:48:58 AM
Post by: Lurch on January 24, 2015, 10:53:18 AM
And then I saw this thread. :Laughing_on_floor:
Post by: s802487 on January 24, 2015, 12:23:08 PM
Post by: nicholaslee on January 25, 2015, 02:13:53 PM
Post by: Yoda on January 25, 2015, 07:53:51 PM
But today I saw them in a boutique in Singapore and on my way back they advertise in the Tiger Tales magazine.
They are doing aggressive advertisement. I think the design suitable for the young.
:Cheers:
Post by: Yoda on January 26, 2015, 06:38:15 AM
(http://i1285.photobucket.com/albums/a585/leong33/Brochure/DW2_zps874df734-1.jpg)
(http://i1285.photobucket.com/albums/a585/leong33/DW3_zps9ccb9ed5.jpg)
(http://i1285.photobucket.com/albums/a585/leong33/DW7_zpse103cb14.jpg)
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Post by: Geneve on January 27, 2015, 09:51:04 AM
If want me buy fashion watch, I will only look at Guess Collection. ;D
Post by: hidden830726 on January 27, 2015, 05:15:11 PM
Post by: GTH on January 29, 2015, 11:12:00 AM
One truckload of total cockadooldle bull faeces. I have a strong feeling it's a China/Taiwan/HK company with a strong creative team to market this brand.
Design is sleek, gentlemanly and decent. Honestly an attractive looking watch if you don't look into the details.
That being said, everything might be china made.
Very rich backers to start the brand and then mass market it like this. Create a hispter gentleman hype that the hipsters will gullible enough to buy into without any due dilligence.
Pfft..
The only Wellington i know are Pua Chu Kang boots.
I tell my friends this, it's made in China, marketed in a western country. It's a quartz.
Spend a little more for a Tissot Classic or a nice Mido.
Post by: hansrayney on January 29, 2015, 11:47:23 AM
They think its a classy brand based on its 'classy' name.
And well, the price of course.
But i guess most people go for a watch just based on the looks, right?
Post by: GTH on January 29, 2015, 12:11:33 PM
Yeah all of my friends are 'all over' DW.
They think its a classy brand based on its 'classy' name.
And well, the price of course.
But i guess most people go for a watch just based on the looks, right?
Put a fancy sounding name, take a few good social media pictures with a hipster model, preferably a person with short sleeves, artistic tattoo full sleeve, a beard, classic round sun-glasses, and maybe a cup of coffee or latte in the picture. And you've got a hit with the young buyers. A gwailo sounding name like Hans Rayney could sell well :thumbsup:
Post by: hansrayney on January 29, 2015, 12:30:10 PM
Yeah all of my friends are 'all over' DW.
They think its a classy brand based on its 'classy' name.
And well, the price of course.
But i guess most people go for a watch just based on the looks, right?
Put a fancy sounding name, take a few good social media pictures with a hipster model, preferably a person with short sleeves, artistic tattoo full sleeve, a beard, classic round sun-glasses, and maybe a cup of coffee or latte in the picture. And you've got a hit with the young buyers. A gwailo sounding name like Hans Rayney could sell well :thumbsup:
LOL!
Now that you put it that way, i may just produce my own line of watches! ;D
Post by: GTH on January 29, 2015, 02:36:38 PM
Yeah all of my friends are 'all over' DW.
They think its a classy brand based on its 'classy' name.
And well, the price of course.
But i guess most people go for a watch just based on the looks, right?
Put a fancy sounding name, take a few good social media pictures with a hipster model, preferably a person with short sleeves, artistic tattoo full sleeve, a beard, classic round sun-glasses, and maybe a cup of coffee or latte in the picture. And you've got a hit with the young buyers. A gwailo sounding name like Hans Rayney could sell well :thumbsup:
LOL!
Now that you put it that way, i may just produce my own line of watches! ;D
Count me in, i have a bunch of guys who do branding, marketing, sales, events, logistics, and technical. hahaha
Post by: hidden830726 on January 30, 2015, 07:28:11 PM
Post by: Clicko on January 30, 2015, 11:37:45 PM
Post by: Nobby on January 31, 2015, 06:30:46 AM
My colleague asked me about this brand and as a fellow wis, I have a hard time telling him my opinion on this watch, maybe I just need to be honest but tactful.
I hear you Hidden, I have the same dilemma with a guy wearing a Grand Seiko in the office. ::)
Ps. If you/they like the DW then go with it. To get the max from your timepiece you want it, like it or need it and I couldn't care less what the brand is...Go with it and care less what people think or say :thumbsup:
pps. I am off to buy a Daniel Wellington...
Nobby
Post by: Enkidu on January 31, 2015, 08:02:04 AM
I hear you Hidden, I have the same dilemma with a guy wearing a Grand Seiko in the office. ::)
Nobbyyyyy......hey Nobbyyyyyy....Are you there? Guess what I'm wearing today... :laugh:
(http://i1244.photobucket.com/albums/gg574/loochunboon/c1f3ceed-5957-42be-84dc-363412f005ef_zps14917a17.jpg) (http://s1244.photobucket.com/user/loochunboon/media/c1f3ceed-5957-42be-84dc-363412f005ef_zps14917a17.jpg.html)
;D ;D ;D
Post by: TJWN on January 31, 2015, 08:17:33 AM
With 700k Instagram follower a lot effort put into the social media marketing and focuses on "Lifestyle" rather than watchmaking just sip in the market with price range of RM500+ where majority brand at this price range is not having such a strong identity and marketing effort like DW (excluding G shock).
This is what the direction they heading to: hot guy and pretty girl enjoying their own time wearing a DW...so if you strap on a DW, then...
(http://picture-cdn.wheretoget.it/hc9jo5-i.jpg)
without appearing in the major watch chain store or shopping mall in Malaysia but I still can spot one or two DW in the wild in a daily basis (at klcc area). Have to agree that they penetrated the market silently yet is doing a good job :o
Just a question, does anyone: be he or she is your friend of relative that you know of is wearing or owns a DW? for me the answer is YES
Post by: Nobby on January 31, 2015, 10:52:01 AM
I hear you Hidden, I have the same dilemma with a guy wearing a Grand Seiko in the office. ::)
Nobbyyyyy......hey Nobbyyyyyy....Are you there? Guess what I'm wearing today... :laugh:
Enkidu - enjoy :Cheers:
Post by: sidestreaker on January 31, 2015, 12:49:03 PM
Post by: hidden830726 on February 01, 2015, 07:28:39 PM
I don't know about the rest of you but I'm waiting for a replica of this... it'll save me tonnes! :P
Hmm, maybe made from same factory, so no replica :Cheers:
Post by: vtecdiehard on February 01, 2015, 07:30:56 PM
Post by: hidden830726 on February 01, 2015, 07:31:32 PM
Post by: wingzee on February 02, 2015, 11:59:21 AM
Post by: hidden830726 on February 02, 2015, 03:58:55 PM
DW? Just another boutique brand like Guess and the rest to me. Would pay the same amount of $ for a automatic Seiko anytime. At least that justifies the money I spent.
For general ppl, seiko is too normal, dw seems / perceived special and luxury. :Dancing_banana: :Dancing_banana: :Dancing_banana:
Post by: wingzee on February 02, 2015, 04:38:30 PM
DW? Just another boutique brand like Guess and the rest to me. Would pay the same amount of $ for a automatic Seiko anytime. At least that justifies the money I spent.
For general ppl, seiko is too normal, dw seems / perceived special and luxury. :Dancing_banana: :Dancing_banana: :Dancing_banana:
All marketing gimmick. Can get Manuel Neuer to endorse for the brand somemore. ???
Post by: hidden830726 on February 02, 2015, 07:13:25 PM
DW? Just another boutique brand like Guess and the rest to me. Would pay the same amount of $ for a automatic Seiko anytime. At least that justifies the money I spent.
For general ppl, seiko is too normal, dw seems / perceived special and luxury. :Dancing_banana: :Dancing_banana: :Dancing_banana:
All marketing gimmick. Can get Manuel Neuer to endorse for the brand somemore. ???
But for discussion sick, many brands spend alot on marketing too..... Including those famous brands....
Post by: wingzee on February 03, 2015, 07:05:48 AM
DW? Just another boutique brand like Guess and the rest to me. Would pay the same amount of $ for a automatic Seiko anytime. At least that justifies the money I spent.
For general ppl, seiko is too normal, dw seems / perceived special and luxury. :Dancing_banana: :Dancing_banana: :Dancing_banana:
All marketing gimmick. Can get Manuel Neuer to endorse for the brand somemore. ???
But for discussion sick, many brands spend alot on marketing too..... Including those famous brands....
It all boils down to each's individual preference anyway. For myself, just do not see a point paying over RM500 for a watch with quartz movement although I have to agree the watch looks good with the slim rose gold case.
Post by: Ian Fleming on February 03, 2015, 09:36:00 AM
I'd rather be watch-less for another few years to save up for a JLC Ultra Thin...
Nailed it.
Post by: hidden830726 on February 03, 2015, 10:37:55 AM
Let's just say...
I'd rather be watch-less for another few years to save up for a JLC Ultra Thin...
Nailed it.
James Bond author said he wont, how bout others?
Lets just say.... You are on limited budget, would u rather not wearing any watch than buying a DW? Let say, u got lubang to buy dw with substantial discount?
Post by: cherokee on February 04, 2015, 06:09:33 PM
Post by: roystock on February 09, 2015, 08:36:20 PM
Let's just say...
I'd rather be watch-less for another few years to save up for a JLC Ultra Thin...
Nailed it.
James Bond author said he wont, how bout others?
Lets just say.... You are on limited budget, would u rather not wearing any watch than buying a DW? Let say, u got lubang to buy dw with substantial discount?
Honestly, while I dont like DW, I think it is good to bring people back to wearing watches.
Instead of looking at the smartphone all the time
Post by: sinbad2k on February 10, 2015, 09:39:50 AM
Post by: hidden830726 on February 10, 2015, 04:45:50 PM
Post by: Yikkie on February 10, 2015, 06:16:44 PM
Post by: hidden830726 on February 10, 2015, 06:57:26 PM
Photo Credit: Marcus Low
(https://scontent-b-sin.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn1/v/t1.0-9/10959777_824366130944294_253111096509337293_n.jpg?oh=29d7cc075b67f1f35519c6fbd9fa21c5&oe=5594CAC3)
Post by: kingpin on February 10, 2015, 08:14:06 PM
Post by: kenji1903 on February 11, 2015, 05:17:05 AM
Lets make thiz on going, by posting pictures of dw u stumble upon either in real life or in the net.i see no DW there ;D
Photo Credit: Marcus Low
(https://scontent-b-sin.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn1/v/t1.0-9/10959777_824366130944294_253111096509337293_n.jpg?oh=29d7cc075b67f1f35519c6fbd9fa21c5&oe=5594CAC3)
Post by: rahkshi007 on February 23, 2015, 05:25:29 AM
Post by: axaxax on February 23, 2015, 09:15:38 AM
Been trying to get my wife interested in watch. Some how this watch caught my wife's attention and she is considering to get one even after i've offering her a Rolex Datejust. :Confused:
Depends on what you are looking for. A simple accessories to match a dress down weekend at a local cafe, yeah. very similar to a VC Patrimony. A more economical alternative would be a Frederique Constant Slim Line.
Post by: Boeing on February 23, 2015, 04:35:30 PM
Post by: rahkshi007 on February 24, 2015, 11:05:29 AM
Post by: jason_recliner on February 24, 2015, 05:09:34 PM
Let's just say...
I'd rather be watch-less for another few years to save up for a JLC Ultra Thin...
Nailed it.
James Bond author said he wont, how bout others?
Lets just say.... You are on limited budget, would u rather not wearing any watch than buying a DW? Let say, u got lubang to buy dw with substantial discount?
Honestly, while I dont like DW, I think it is good to bring people back to wearing watches.
Instead of looking at the smartphone all the time
I think I agree, at last partly. Any watch is a good watch if it is being worn.
Post by: Narco on February 24, 2015, 05:48:48 PM
Post by: ck77 on February 24, 2015, 07:10:03 PM
I'm amazed at the length of this posting. Love-hate relationship?Hehe like Panerai huh :p
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Post by: rahkshi007 on February 25, 2015, 05:25:57 AM
I'm amazed at the length of this posting. Love-hate relationship?:Laughing_on_floor:
Post by: WestwoodTrading on February 25, 2015, 11:40:49 AM
Post by: eyez98 on February 25, 2015, 06:05:10 PM
Post by: hidden830726 on February 25, 2015, 06:55:24 PM
Off course mechanical still have its charm, but in serious fact, not everyone need a mechanical.
Post by: sniperontheroof on March 05, 2015, 10:10:09 AM
Anyone know where is this DW watch made from and what japanese quartz are they using? ???
Made by Shenzhen TSR Clock&Watch Co., Ltd
http://www.fashionwatch.en.alibaba.com/product/1839238718-212881770/2014_Nylon_watch_popular_in_Sweden_big_size_for_man_rose_gold_plating.html
Edit: entry Miyota movement
Post by: hidden830726 on March 05, 2015, 06:27:13 PM
Anyone know where is this DW watch made from and what japanese quartz are they using? ???
Made by Shenzhen TSR Clock&Watch Co., Ltd
http://www.fashionwatch.en.alibaba.com/product/1839238718-212881770/2014_Nylon_watch_popular_in_Sweden_big_size_for_man_rose_gold_plating.html
Edit: entry Miyota movement
FOB Price: US $ 2.55 - 12.55 / Piece
MOQ: 500
Interested to do a forum watch?
Instead of DW, we put MWF! :Laughing_on_floor:
Post by: jlo on March 09, 2015, 10:59:08 AM
If you want to spend that amount of money, get a G-Shock/ Protrek/ Seiko 5.
Post by: Friedrice on March 09, 2015, 06:46:49 PM
Anyone know where is this DW watch made from and what japanese quartz are they using? ???
DW is made in the world famous watch production area situation between the Jura valley. All DW watches are running on fully in-house movements produced in their little workshop by hand. Each hand crafted watch is then assembled meticulously by hand. They even use the best Swiss made battery to power their fully in-house quartz movement. :Laughing_on_floor:
Post by: Lurch on March 09, 2015, 08:36:36 PM
Post by: hidden830726 on March 09, 2015, 08:51:18 PM
kill this thread, burn it with fire!!!
No, we are waiting for chrisyen for MWF forum watch. No kill
Instead of DW, we put MWF! :Dancing_banana: :Cheers: :Laughing_on_floor:
Post by: rahkshi007 on March 10, 2015, 06:25:23 AM
kill this thread, burn it with fire!!!:Praying: :Praying: :Praying:
Post by: gnoy26 on March 12, 2015, 09:00:20 AM
Post by: Friedrice on March 12, 2015, 07:27:05 PM
+1
Best watches at reasonable prices with impeccable workmanship. A work of art. :mooning:
Post by: Cocas on June 07, 2016, 03:05:38 PM
Gotta agree that this watch is not worth it at all. I rather settle down with a Swatch which cost maybe half the price of DW?
Yes, fully agree. Somemore now Swatch offers lifetime free battery change service, totally free of charge, and anywhere worldwide, as long as you go to the official Swatch outlet.
Post by: asimo on June 07, 2016, 03:14:35 PM
i read the story about the DW watch... the founder actually met a stranger named DW in australia ..during his
travel.. and loves the looks of the stranger's rolex Sub on a Nato strap... which give him inspiration to
start a watch Brand named after the Stranger...with many NATO straps options... simple idea can turn into
a multi million watch empires ! :thumbsup:
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Post by: edktr on June 14, 2016, 01:56:44 PM
(http://i1244.photobucket.com/albums/gg569/edktr/448165c1-990f-4056-92da-82bfae4e6136_zpsfr7pxcij.jpg) (http://s1244.photobucket.com/user/edktr/media/448165c1-990f-4056-92da-82bfae4e6136_zpsfr7pxcij.jpg.html)
Post by: chiewata on June 17, 2016, 06:00:43 AM
http://www.businessinsider.com/the-story-of-daniel-wellington-the-180-million-watch-empire-2016-6?IR=T&r=US&IR=T (http://www.businessinsider.com/the-story-of-daniel-wellington-the-180-million-watch-empire-2016-6?IR=T&r=US&IR=T)
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Post by: adamjohari on June 21, 2016, 06:29:23 AM
A Seiko would be much better...
Post by: Jedirat on June 21, 2016, 08:35:28 AM
Post by: chrisyen on June 21, 2016, 08:50:15 AM
big no no :thumbsdown:
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