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I recently got some high-res macro comparison shots of the new RICH GMT V2 vs V1 from my TD (Jun), and thought I’d share some observations after going through them properly.

We’ve all seen the marketing pics, but I’ve always been more interested in what actually changes under magnification rather than surface-level “upgrades”.

After comparing the two side by side, here’s what stood out to me:

The biggest improvement, in my opinion, is the hands. On V1 (pic 2), you can clearly see rough edges and minor burrs under magnification — it just feels unfinished. On V2, they’ve finally added proper beveling. It’s not just cosmetic either; it actually changes how the light interacts with the hands, giving the dial a more refined depth and a cleaner “shine” overall.

The crown logo is another subtle but interesting update. The V1 version always felt slightly chunky to me. On V2, the shape of the crown “fingers” has been refined with a more tapered profile. It’s a small adjustment, but these are exactly the kinds of details that start separating higher-end reps from mid-tier ones.

The dial print also looks noticeably more three-dimensional on V2. The ink has a slightly raised, almost “layered” effect under macro shots, which gives it a bit more visual punch compared to V1.

My takeaway is pretty simple: V2 is definitely the more refined piece, especially if you care about finishing details like hand beveling. That said, V1 is still absolutely solid for daily wear and holds its own without any issue.

I guess the real question is — are these refinements actually meaningful in real-world wear, or are we just zooming in too far chasing details no one will ever notice on wrist?

Personally, I’m leaning toward V2 for my next piece.

Curious what others here think — is hand finishing a deciding factor for you, or do you think this is mostly over-analysis?

Three watches, three completely different moods.

Some days I have important meetings ahead of me, and I want the energy that the Daytona brings.

Some days I'm juggling conversations across different time zones, and the GMT helps me stay connected to another city.

And some days I just want to slow down, grab a coffee, and enjoy a quiet afternoon. That's when the simplicity of the Submariner feels just right.

What surprised me most about collecting watches is that my favorite watch keeps changing.

Not because the watches change.

Because I do.

My schedule changes.
My priorities change.
My mood changes.

And somehow, a different watch makes sense each time.

That's probably why this hobby never gets boring.

I honestly fell for all three. The problem is, my wallet only likes one of them 😂 For now, I'll keep working, keep saving, and hopefully one day add them to the collection. If you had to start with just one, which would it be?

Not the rarest.

Not the most expensive.

Simple and classic is enough.

What watch checks all the boxes for you?

Qc check for these 2 ppm day dates please how they looking thanks guys

I can get my hands on a JLC Reverso GMT with leather and SS strap combo but pre-owned but fully serviced in 2024 or a brand new Santos XL from the AD for the same price...

A while back, I asked for everyone's thoughts on Jubilee vs Oyster, and the feedback was genuinely helpful.

Now I've run into another dilemma.

I've pretty much decided on a Pepsi GMT, but I can't decide between RF and VSF.

Both seem to have plenty of supporters, and the more reviews I read, the harder the decision becomes.

If you were buying one today, which factory would you choose, and why?

I'd especially love to hear from anyone who has had hands-on experience with both.

I'll start.

Saw this dial and immediately loved it.

Then I started wondering whether it's one of those watches that looks amazing in photos but takes a certain personality to actually pull off.

I could see some people wearing this every day.

I could also see others thinking it's completely ridiculous.

So where do you stand?

25?

45?

Or never?

I saw this watch on a video on Instagram from a creator. Does anyone know the name of gang watch that is ? Or any watch that could look similar ?

I really like it. Thank you in advance

Sometimes you pick a watch for the occasion.

Sometimes you wear one simply because you feel like it.

Today was definitely the second kind of day.

What's on your wrist?

Came across a set of side-by-side GMT comparison photos and ended up zooming in for way longer than I should have. The funny thing is that some differences jump out in macro shots, but I doubt I'd ever notice most of them on the wrist. Curious what detail stands out most to you guys.

A turquoise Daytona photo I saw here a while back has been living rent-free in my head ever since.

After chatting with TD Jun and getting some advice from him, I spent a few weeks going back and forth before finally deciding to have one built.

The watch finally arrived today, and honestly, it turned out even better than I expected. The color really pops in person, yet somehow works surprisingly well with the Daytona case.

This dial definitely isn't for everyone, but I can't stop staring at it.

What do you guys think? Is this something you'd wear every day, or is it more of an occasional flex piece?

Thought I'd rotate through all four. Ended up wearing the GMT most of the time.