Hemlig Quartz - Thoughts?

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Hemlig Quartz - Thoughts?

Post by Bradystraps » Thu Apr 06, 2023 8:16 am

Hi all,
Wanted your opinions on whether or not I should produce a Quartz version of my Hemlig? I have received quite a few requests but have never done a quartz watch. I certainly understand the "grab and go" convenience and obviously price point could be attractive to many.

Thanks in advance for your input!

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Re: Hemlig Quartz - Thoughts?

Post by CarloDWC » Thu Apr 06, 2023 9:16 am

Maybe a good idea but If you do please use the Seiko VH movement with the seconds hand that ticks 4 times per second 😊 also make a version with numbers type 2 👍

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Re: Hemlig Quartz - Thoughts?

Post by hoppyjr » Thu Apr 06, 2023 10:56 am

I agree with Carlo. Scurfa has nailed the affordable quartz and can’t keep in stock. Every one I’ve owned (and still do) the seconds hand hits all the marks well, so I’d suggest aiming for that too.

Keep it affordable and the QC tight, I predict you’ll have a winner.

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Re: Hemlig Quartz - Thoughts?

Post by CGSshorty » Thu Apr 06, 2023 3:55 pm

I absolutely love no-date quartz watches for work. Just make sure you don’t use skimpy hands or otherwise make it look inferior to the auto version.
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Re: Hemlig Quartz - Thoughts?

Post by dnslater » Fri Apr 07, 2023 5:28 am

CGSshorty wrote:
Thu Apr 06, 2023 3:55 pm
I absolutely love no-date quartz watches for work. Just make sure you don’t use skimpy hands or otherwise make it look inferior to the auto version.
Good call on no date... that is key for a great weekend grab and go...

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Re: Hemlig Quartz - Thoughts?

Post by Bradystraps » Fri Apr 07, 2023 8:07 am

I’m working on a version identical to the automatic version but with a Seiko VH31 movement. Target price $279.

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Re: Hemlig Quartz - Thoughts?

Post by hoppyjr » Fri Apr 07, 2023 8:42 am

Bradystraps wrote:I’m working on a version identical to the automatic version but with a Seiko VH31 movement. Target price $279.

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I think that would be a hit.

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Re: Hemlig Quartz - Thoughts?

Post by CarloDWC » Fri Apr 07, 2023 9:06 am

Bradystraps wrote:
Fri Apr 07, 2023 8:07 am
I’m working on a version identical to the automatic version but with a Seiko VH31 movement. Target price $279.

Best,
Todd

:thumbsup: :grin:

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Re: Hemlig Quartz - Thoughts?

Post by Jeep99dad » Fri Apr 07, 2023 3:12 pm

Bradystraps wrote:I’m working on a version identical to the automatic version but with a Seiko VH31 movement. Target price $279.

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Todd
That’d be interesting. I love a good quartz watch. I own a lot actually.
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Re: Hemlig Quartz - Thoughts?

Post by Neztuul » Fri Apr 07, 2023 4:08 pm

I did not buy the hemlig bc there was no quartz option. With quartz and below 300$ would be an instant buy for me!

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Re: Hemlig Quartz - Thoughts?

Post by Baffo » Sat Apr 08, 2023 9:06 pm

Yes that would be a great offering.

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Re: Hemlig Quartz - Thoughts?

Post by Bradystraps » Mon Apr 10, 2023 3:40 pm

Thanks guys for the kind words and encouragement! I am going to produce a Hemlig Q using a Seiko VH31 Mechaquartz movement. Target price is $289.
Offering free shipping for all pre-order customers in the US as well!

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Re: Hemlig Quartz - Thoughts?

Post by Baffo » Mon Apr 10, 2023 7:17 pm

Are you gonna keep the same dimensions as the LE?
I am scared by the 49mm LTL

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Re: Hemlig Quartz - Thoughts?

Post by Bradystraps » Sun Apr 16, 2023 5:12 am

Baffo wrote:
Mon Apr 10, 2023 7:17 pm
Are you gonna keep the same dimensions as the LE?
I am scared by the 49mm LTL
I am working on the specs and will confirm.
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