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Na. They use proper movements and know how to build a watch. Both Squale's I've had were great. And they pass the @Regal test!
As far as I understand, Fossil started building movements under the STP brand in 2008, so they've been around for a while. Most of the Zodiac watches use STP movements - they are owned by Fossil after all. However, for their GMT/World Time watches, they've used Soprod movements which haven't been tested as much and seemingly just aren't as reliable.
I mean, it really perturbs me that Zodiac's website just lists 'Movement: Automatic' on the spec listings for watches. I think its so disingenuous. The brand is aimed at watch enthusiasts...
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Yeah my Squale 1521 was the watch that got me into mechanical watches so I have a big soft spot for them, but also just objectively it is a fantastic watch for the money and a proper divers watch with some great heritage.
Zodiac also has some great history, but they’re further removed from it in their current Fossil group form. (Not that Squale are above making Sub homages, sadly.)
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Moar shite Monday! 😁
Regal
Ordinata
Anything i should know about a Squale Pepsi ceramica gmt? I'm on a stock notification from Gnomon and should be back in 3-4 weeks