Summary of Reddit comments for starting a watch microbrand

Trademarking and Branding

• Consider putting your country's name in the brand to avoid confusion: "Ditch argos all together. I’ve been to the Philippines and would buy a watch sporting its name."
• Suggestions for rebranding: "Time to rebrand as Kuya Argos 🤪"
• Pros: Establish unique identity, connect with local pride.
• Cons: Branding costs, potential confusion initially.

Microbrand Creation Process

• Requirements for starting a watch microbrand: Proficiency in CAD, relationships with manufacturers, selecting movements, assembling parts, marketing, financing, quality control.
• Start with watch modding or selling on platforms like Reddit or Etsy to gauge market tastes.
• Pros: Creativity, customization opportunities.
• Cons: High initial costs, extensive processes involved.

Watch Recommendations

1. Squale GMT: Well-liked, good heritage, and quality for the price.
2. Oris: Highly praised, reliable brand.
3. NTH Subs, Glycine Combat Subs, Hamilton Khaki Scuba, Certina DS Action Diver, Mido Ocean Star, Titoni Sea Scoper: Diverse suggestions with positive feedback.
4. Undone: Suggested for divers.
5. Halios Seaforth: Recommended if available.
6. Phoibos Reef Master, Seiko Baby Tuna, Pantor: Budget-friendly options.
7. Glycine Combat Subs: Multiple color variations, good quality for the price.

Collection Evaluation

• Discussion on various watches in a user's collection, with suggestions on which ones to keep or let go.
• Oris, Tudor, and Mido deemed as favorites by many users.
• Varied opinions on which watches to exclude based on individual preferences.

Starting a Watch Collection

• Recommendations for starting a collection.
• Pros: Diverse styles, talking points.
• Cons: Potential subjective preferences, additional expenses.

Miscellaneous

• Light-hearted comments on user collections with diverse perspectives.
• Versace, Omega, and Lorier praised as favorites in collections.
• Some humorous and personal remarks about watch preferences and spousal opinions.