GUANQIN GJ16034 Men Auto Mechanical Watch

OK so this watch arrived this morning (7th), which is brilliant considering it was only ordered on the 1st of the month. Now based on the recent reviews both on here and on YouTube I was expecting a Miyota movement with a Hardlex crystal, but as you can see from the pictures it is actually the Seiko movement and whilst I would have been more than happy with the Miyota, I do like the second hand 'hacking' facility of the Seiko. As to the crystal, I've no definitive way of testing other than the 'waterdrop' test, but to be honest I'm not too sure that's really a good guide, but I'm really not that fussed. The faceted bezel adds a nice distinctive touch to the watch as it catches the light beautifully, as indeed does that wonderful sunburst dial. The watch has a classic and classy look on the wrist and would suit a variety of dress situations. Physically it sits well on my rather skinny wrist and looks rather classy and understated at the same. Any issues, well the day, doesn't quite line-up in the centre of the display window, but it's perfectly visible, the strap is pretty much what I expected but the butterfly clasp is much better - mine is the press button type and really secure, but it is new and only time will tell. On the GearBest site it states it is fitted with an 18mm strap, but it's 20, so given the variations; in movements, crystals, strap clasps, you are taking a bit of a punt, but I have to say that I would find any of the various iterations perfectly acceptable given the price. Up until this point I've only owned two brands of watch, Omega and Citizen, but I'm going to be more than happy to add this to my collection. Just be interesting to see how well it fares over time, my oldest watch is 48 years old and is still going strong and keep great time. I set this one by an app linked to the NTP time server Atomic Clock about 3 hours ago and it does seem to have gain a couple of seconds already, so perhaps on course for plus 16-20 seconds a day

Nov 07,2018

My first order from the Gearbest (ordered on 17th of january, picked up at the post office today - excellent delivery time!) and I'm already impressed with the product I received. Very beautiful and high-quality watch that I ordered during the Flash Sale and with discount coupon, for the price of 45$. What I got for that price was a japanese Miyota movement, smooth running hands, presumably sapphire crystal - even clasp on the watch is beautiful and mint.

These new versions are exclusively coming with Miyota instead of previous Seiko movement, I've been following reviews closely, so I noticed that all recent reviewers mentioned they've got this movement. Another new update is the artificial sapphire (maybe other artificial blue mineral, but let's say sapphire) on the crown. Dimensions are nice, not small, but not too big and design is excellent. I ordered this as a gift for someone and that person is very in love with this watch and also complimented the legibility of this watch. Overall, seeing this watch in person and not on some popular YouTube video is something entirely different and unique new experience, definitely recommend checking out this piece in person.

Someone suggested making two versions of this watch - Guanqin GJ16034S (S standing for Seiko movement) and GJ16034M (M standing for Miyota movement) and I have to agree - if there was an option to choose the Seiko version, I would ordered this version as well! Another thing someone mentioned is variations of the dial in terms of colour, which would be also nice - maybe something like smaragd green or sapphire blue would be interesting. Also, I think jubilee style bracelet with some colour variations would compliment silver-dialed version beautifully. Still, very nice package and very nice watch - beautiful gift to make someone happy without breaking the bank.

Jan 30,2019

So it looks like Guanqin has been shifting their production on this watch, and some people are getting a Seiko NH36A hacking/handwinding movement, while others are getting a Miyota movement that is slightly louder and that doesn't hack. I guess I was lucky because mine came with the NH36A which I'm happy about, but honestly there's a lot more to this watch than the movement, and even if you get the Miyota it's still an incredible watch for the money.

Also, of note, mine came with a 20mm band, rather than 18mm as the description says (and I'm happy about that as I prefer a 20mm). Also mine has a sapphire crystal, which wasn't clearly stated in the description.

In addition to a great Japanese movement, and sapphire crystal, you're getting a really unique design, a stainless steel case, applied indices, a gorgeous sunburst dial, and a really cool faceted bezel that is subtle but adds a lot to this watches character.

The lume on the hands only lasts a few minutes before fading to almost nothing, but on a dress watch I see any lume as sort of a bonus. At first I wasn't enthralled with the hands, they seem to be more appropriate for something like an aviation watch, but they are starting to grow on me, and I think they add a little more character to the watch. The leather strap is cheap, but sufficient, and given the standard 20mm size it can be easily swapped out. The deployant clasp is another outstanding addition that many watches that cost three or four times as much as this one don't throw in. The clasp feels sturdy and secure, however it's slightly less comfortable than a standard clasp. I might get used to it, but it's something to note.

All in all I concur with the multitude of reviews out there that praise this watch. I'm incredibly happy with it, especially at the price I paid.

Nov 30,2018

The Guanqin 16034 is not just the best bargain I've come across in years, it's simply one of the best purchases I've made in a long time. From the faceted bezel (each facet is one hour), to the sunburst dial to the NH35 movement, to the sapphire crystal. I'm honestly taken aback by the quality and value here.

This was my first Chinese market purchase. I had heard horror stories of cheap crap passed off as somthing else, of people getting swindeled, etc... I bought this and the black ceramic bezel Cadisen for less than the cost of an SKX and figured, what the hell? I am VERY glad I did. Both watches are good bargains, but his Guanqin is by far the better watch. If you were like me, deciding between the two, get this one. (Or both like I did!)

Unlike my Cadisen each of the spear point indices are perfectly applied. As far as build quality goes, I have exactly nothing to complain about. The band? Well. You know. It's a $50 watch, but, that said, the butterfly clasp works just fine. If I had one wish for this watch it would be 20mm lugs because the 18s make the face look just a little teeny bit too big. But thats me really digging for a drawback.

Besides that one quibble my only other wish for this piece would be this: MORE STYLES TO CHOOSE FROM. I got the silver. Make this dial in a sun burst blue, I'll buy it. Make it in green. I'll buy it.

Purchase with confidence.

Sep 26,2018

L´orologio nero, ha la faccia in un nero senza specchiatura della Luce. E molto facile da Leggere grazie alle due grandi lancette in bianco. Gli indici sono splendenti e si fanno notare appena gli cade un filo di Luce sopra. Il movimento e di qualitá indiscussa, proviene dalle officine di SII (TMI Seiko) e si lascia caricare con il movimento del polso oppure con la corona. Se si vuole spostare le lancette il movimento si ferma escludendo ogni imprecisione durante la messa a punto del l'orologio. Essendo un movimento automatico, prima di fermare l'orologio per muovere le lancette o cambiare la data ci si deve assicurare che lo si fa tra le 4 antepomeridiane e le 20 pomeridiane. O basta spostare le lancette nei due quadranti in basso vicino al 6, poi cambiare la data e impostare in seguente la ora attuale. E una regola comuna a tutti gli orologi Seiko, forse di tutti gli orologi automatici con rotore. Il cinturino e buono, ma se si vuole si puo cambiare con un altro di proprio gusto. Deve avere 20 mm di larghezza. E un prodotto buonissimo. Consigliatissimo. Bravissimo Guanqin.

Nov 07,2018