About to pull the trigger on a Dekla type-B flieger – I know the brand seems highly regarded on watchuseek, but just wonder what the opinions are here. I know they are not one of the original 5, but they are still German, essentially hand made in house (besides the movement), and a lot cheaper.

Also, if anyone is Canadian and can comment on how badly they were hit with UPS feeds and/or duty/taxes it would be great. Seems the only options for shipping are UPS Expedited and UPS Saver.

  • FarookWu@alien.topBEnglish
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    11 months ago

    I was casting about for a nice fairly dressy handwound (ETA 6497/98 movement) flieger. Looked at Stowa, Aristo, Archimede, Laco, Dekla, and Steinhart. Was aware of the opinions various people hold for the prestige or desirability of those brands, but tried to make a level-headed decision about it.

    Wound up with a Laco Bremerhaven, at a good price. Happy with it. The price/performance ratio was important. Stowas are quite nice but I decided to go Laco like a taco. I happen to like fliegers and dive watches moreso than other types.

    Workmanship on the Laco is good for the price point, watch currently running between 6 and 10 seconds slow per day (reasonable for the type / movement). Display back view tends to impress the casual non-watch person who sees it, and I enjoy it, too. Hidden blinginess.