Beautiful face and case, but not the back...

Jun 15, 2020,23:11 PM
 

...at least to my jaded eyes.

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INCOMING

 
 By: NautNut : June 11th, 2020-09:06
Hello everyone, I was just informed by Miguel @ Ophion that my Velos is in transit. I will post some pics of the actual watch next week. I am looking forward to seeing it in the metal. This is the combination I had ordered. ...  

Great news! [nt]

 
 By: amanico : June 11th, 2020-09:20

Yes,

 
 By: NoH : June 11th, 2020-11:34
The case is indeed from Kari’s case company. Looks really great in the pics. Those lugs..! Cannot wait to see how it feels and looks on the wrist! All the best, Niall

Congratulations Nautnut [nt]

 
 By: Gelato Monster : June 11th, 2020-09:47

Excellent choice. I had looked into this model last night.

 
 By: Lankysudanese : June 11th, 2020-09:56
Congrats in advance. do share live photos when you get it

Very nice looking watch

 
 By: GreatPilot@me.com : June 11th, 2020-10:18
Love the color choices you made, enjoy...Jim

Big congrats! We look forward to the actual photos ;-)

 
 By: Mike H : June 11th, 2020-10:43
It will look great I'm sure. It's a salmon dial isn't it?

Mine is also in transit.

 
 By: NoH : June 11th, 2020-11:30
DHL says tomorrow is the day...🤞 All the best, Niall

Very tasteful.

 
 By: jkvs : June 11th, 2020-11:59
I am waiting in suspense...

Mine is supposed to arrive today.

 
 By: BigAppleBill : June 11th, 2020-13:46
I ordered the silver/white dial. Will post pics when I can.

And here it is! I really love it!

 
 By: BigAppleBill : June 11th, 2020-16:31
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Very nice! [nt]

 
 By: NautNut : June 11th, 2020-17:07

What a beauty! [nt]

 
 By: Lankysudanese : June 12th, 2020-13:29

Beautiful face and case, but not the back...

 
 By: Horo_Traveler : June 15th, 2020-23:11
...at least to my jaded eyes.

Wow, I never knew of this brand but the watch looks great!

 
 By: jleno : June 11th, 2020-15:58
Looking forward to the review!

Congrats!!! [nt]

 
 By: aperna : June 11th, 2020-16:14

Here’s another of my silver/white dial...

 
 By: BigAppleBill : June 11th, 2020-18:38
...in the evening sunlight. ...  

Nice dial...

 
 By: Mostel : June 11th, 2020-19:28
no doubt a good looking watch... but it reminds me of a Voutilainen or a UJS.... when you buy a watch like this... you have to be somewhat aware.. with respect and kindness... that you may be buying a sort of copy of a more expensive watch... is that OK w... 

You get what you pay for

 
 By: dnlmpg : June 12th, 2020-01:31
I understand your sentiment. When I first saw the picture I also first thought about KV/UJ. But I don't think the movement itself was the only aspect that "reveals itself" - having taken a look at the real life shots shared by some above, again yes at a g... 

Well said

 
 By: BigAppleBill : June 12th, 2020-07:15
But you should understand that the case and lugs are made by the same exact case maker that makes them for Voutilainen. The cost saving that makes this watch much, much more affordable is in the use of laser and machine cutting for the dial components rat... 

Thank you for your comments. I agree with 99% of your comments with the exception of it being perceived as a copy of another. I beleive many watches have similar characteristics, for example Breguet numerals seem to be everywhere

 
 By: NautNut : June 12th, 2020-08:06
Speaking of Breguet, the guilloche pattern on the Ophion (sorry, I do not recall this pattern, but I think it may be checkerboard??) is a staple of theirs and commonly used. I often see like DNA throughout many brands. I don't know but perhaps it was thei...  

nt

 
 By: Mostel : June 21st, 2020-18:36
nt

Great looking watch, good decision

 
 By: Geo : June 11th, 2020-23:06
and I am looking forward to seeing your own pictures. GEO

Looking forward to see it.

 
 By: Watchonthewrists : June 12th, 2020-01:29
Great looking watch. Love those lugs . Congrats

Positive and informative article for sure.

 
 By: NautNut : June 12th, 2020-10:14
Hopefully it will match the review once I see it in the metal. Will post pics and thoughts upon receipt. Thank you for sharing.

I must say I love them.

 
 By: NoH : June 14th, 2020-06:51
I have the OPH786 and my Vélos arrived on Friday, and I am delighted! ...  

Congrats on the new Ophion!

 
 By: singingbee : June 16th, 2020-00:11
Looks really great!

Super! Congratulations

 
 By: hmd4m : June 19th, 2020-19:37
On a fine acquisition. Mine arrived today. ...  

Nice!

 
 By: davudvl : July 17th, 2020-23:44
The numerals on your watch do not seem as blue and the dial is less of a stong salmon color as compared to their official photos. How does it look your eyes ?

I believe it is the lighting.

 
 By: hmd4m : July 20th, 2020-18:38
Here is another shot that shows the “blueness” of the hours. I apologize for the poor quality of my photos. ...  

Here is another picture.

 
 By: hmd4m : July 20th, 2020-18:43
I noticed that the official image posted on the first message is computer generated?? Look at the time. It should be 10:06 but the hour hand is at the 10:30 position. Maybe?? ...  

Thank you

 
 By: davudvl : July 21st, 2020-17:44
Appreciate you taking the time. Looks beautiful.

Thank you! [nt]

 
 By: hmd4m : July 23rd, 2020-07:59

that looks really cool

 
 By: Mohannad (aka Riddler) : July 22nd, 2020-23:35
congrats on your new acquisition