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Aquastar Deepstar II

Post by kempoman » Fri Nov 19, 2021 3:26 pm

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Re: Aquastar Deepstar II

Post by demer03 » Fri Nov 19, 2021 3:30 pm

Had it in the basket twice. Just couldn’t do it. Looks good.
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Re: Aquastar Deepstar II

Post by rockmastermike » Fri Nov 19, 2021 3:36 pm

I like the black and grey a lot and especially on the BOR

Aquastar Deepstar II Specs

Case Diameter: 37mm
Case Material: Stainless steel
Water Resistance: 200m
Movement: Sellita SW-290
Crystal: Sapphire w/AR coating
Straps: Tropic rubber and Horween leather | bracelet sold separately
Price: Pre-Order Price – $1,490 (or $1,890 full retail)

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Re: Aquastar Deepstar II

Post by jimyritz » Fri Nov 19, 2021 4:13 pm

I also had in my cart but on third batch due in May. Too long to wait.

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Re: Aquastar Deepstar II

Post by dukerules » Fri Nov 19, 2021 4:19 pm

I love it. But don’t need another dive watch. But really want one.

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Re: Aquastar Deepstar II

Post by gonzomantis » Fri Nov 19, 2021 4:53 pm

I had it in the cart, and was about to click the button to submit, then hesitated and decided to check the terms.

Deposit is non-refundable. I guess I could live with that.

I could not find any information about a warranty. The only information I found that seemed relevant was this:
LIABILITY

Products purchased from this Website will meet or exceed high quality standards and reasonably fit for all the purposes for which products of the kind are commonly supplied. Subject to any specific warranties offered in relation to specific Products or those implied by law, we do not offer any guarantees or warrantees in relation to the Product(s).

We are only liable for losses you suffer as a result of us breaching these Terms, which is strictly limited to the purchase price of the Product you purchased and any losses which are a foreseeable consequence of us breaching these Terms. Losses are foreseeable where they could be contemplated by you and us at the time your Order is accepted by us. In any event, we are not responsible for any indirect losses of any nature and howsoever arising (whether loss of income, revenue or otherwise). This does not include or limit in any way our liability for any matter for which it would be unenforceable for us to exclude or attempt to exclude our liability, including but not limited to personal injury or death as a result of negligence and/or fraud.
Seems like there isn’t a warranty, so I emptied the cart.

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Re: Aquastar Deepstar II

Post by demer03 » Fri Nov 19, 2021 5:19 pm

I just can’t get my head around sellita too. Personal hang up.
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Re: Aquastar Deepstar II

Post by kempoman » Fri Nov 19, 2021 6:31 pm

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Re: Aquastar Deepstar II

Post by kempoman » Fri Nov 19, 2021 6:31 pm

A tad too small for diving ....
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Re: Aquastar Deepstar II

Post by deepcdvr » Fri Nov 19, 2021 7:26 pm

Jason just wrote an article that featured the watch

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Re: Aquastar Deepstar II

Post by Jeep99dad » Fri Nov 19, 2021 8:42 pm

I love it and wanted it but I just can’t do a 37mm diver.
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Re: Aquastar Deepstar II

Post by AtomicTom » Fri Nov 19, 2021 9:10 pm

Talk about the perfect dive watch. :o 8-)

I'm not sure it really gets any better Kempo, or nicer to be honest. :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
It's just amazing, or they are I mean. :) ..Really are stunning watches !!
And have to thank you for the heads up !!!

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Re: Aquastar Deepstar II

Post by jimyritz » Sat Nov 20, 2021 5:12 am

Third batch avail in July …

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Re: Aquastar Deepstar II

Post by BBK357 » Sat Nov 20, 2021 6:33 am

I was really wanting to try the blue on bracelet and but didn’t want to rush it and regret it. I got the email yesterday afternoon and saw their stock slowly dwindle.
I was ok with May after I saw that- but now it’s July? I mean I could put $500 down but no way I’d pay full price now for a watch that is delivered in 8 months.

I think I’m going to hold off and hope that the used market will have them for about $1500. If that’s the case I’m a buyer. It looks so nice.

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Re: Aquastar Deepstar II

Post by rockmastermike » Sat Nov 20, 2021 7:06 am

BBK357 wrote:
Sat Nov 20, 2021 6:33 am

I think I’m going to hold off and hope that the used market will have them for about $1500. If that’s the case I’m a buyer. It looks so nice.
My thoughts exactly

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Re: Aquastar Deepstar II

Post by BlueSky » Sat Nov 20, 2021 7:09 am

This happens a lot, get ready to post something and it's already here. Yet another take...

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Re: Aquastar Deepstar II

Post by dukerules » Sat Nov 20, 2021 7:38 am

Yeah, kicking myself for not getting a blue one yesterday. But I'm not waiting until July with a deposit. Did that with the Synchron Military, which showed up months after I was expecting it.

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Re: Aquastar Deepstar II

Post by BBK357 » Sat Nov 20, 2021 7:47 am

dukerules wrote:Yeah, kicking myself for not getting a blue one yesterday. But I'm not waiting until July with a deposit. Did that with the Synchron Military, which showed up months after I was expecting it.
When did you have to pay for the remainder? Was it when they actually had them in hand?


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Re: Aquastar Deepstar II

Post by dukerules » Sat Nov 20, 2021 8:10 am

BBK357 wrote:
dukerules wrote:Yeah, kicking myself for not getting a blue one yesterday. But I'm not waiting until July with a deposit. Did that with the Synchron Military, which showed up months after I was expecting it.
When did you have to pay for the remainder? Was it when they actually had them in hand?


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I paid in full when I ordered it, but then delivery was delayed nearly 3 months. No complaints as I absolutely love the watch but it was annoying to wait that long.

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Re: Aquastar Deepstar II

Post by pbj204 » Sat Nov 20, 2021 8:26 am

Great watch, but I don't get the limited edition business model. I guess they don't care about making money in the long run.

I feel like Doxa is much better off now by focusing on a bigger catalog of watches that are not limited.

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Re: Aquastar Deepstar II

Post by BBK357 » Sat Nov 20, 2021 9:01 am

dukerules wrote:
BBK357 wrote:
dukerules wrote:Yeah, kicking myself for not getting a blue one yesterday. But I'm not waiting until July with a deposit. Did that with the Synchron Military, which showed up months after I was expecting it.
When did you have to pay for the remainder? Was it when they actually had them in hand?


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I paid in full when I ordered it, but then delivery was delayed nearly 3 months. No complaints as I absolutely love the watch but it was annoying to wait that long.
Gotcha.
I don’t think I’d be happy plopping down the $1500 for that long of a wait. But I think $500 is reasonable for me. I just wonder when they expect the remainder.
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Re: Aquastar Deepstar II

Post by BBK357 » Sat Nov 20, 2021 9:04 am

I’m just posting these to try and convince myself further :)

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Re: Aquastar Deepstar II

Post by BBK357 » Sat Nov 20, 2021 9:17 am

pbj204 wrote:Great watch, but I don't get the limited edition business model. I guess they don't care about making money in the long run.

I feel like Doxa is much better off now by focusing on a bigger catalog of watches that are not limited.
Agree.

I truly Miss my 50th anniversary sub 300 shark. I think I paid $1600 for it? And now they are selling for twice that at least on forums.
I was happy to see Doxa brought back the vintage sub 300, but I really wish it had all white hands like the LE.
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Re: Aquastar Deepstar II

Post by logan2z » Sat Nov 20, 2021 12:10 pm

The Aquastar is a beautiful watch but, like several others, 37mm is just too small for me.

At a completely different price point, I know, but if I was going to convince myself to go for a 37mm watch it would be this one:

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Re: Aquastar Deepstar II

Post by demer03 » Sat Nov 20, 2021 1:36 pm

logan2z wrote:
Sat Nov 20, 2021 12:10 pm
The Aquastar is a beautiful watch but, like several others, 37mm is just too small for me.

At a completely different price point, I know, but if I was going to convince myself to go for a 37mm watch it would be this one:

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That’s drop dead sexy and I’m want it. There’s one on the forums that goes up and down in price almost weekly…
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