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wantonebad · 18 January 2012, 05:21 AM

Anyone own one? Trying to decide on a new beater and this one is in the running, like to hear people's thoughts... I love the styling, just want to make sure it holds up and keeps good time over the long haul.

gaopa · 18 January 2012, 12:57 PM

wantonebad, I have had several Deep Blue watches and liked them all. They are a great value, I think. I bought all of mine from shopNBC on special offers. I have now sold the watches not because I did not like them, but because other watches came along that I liked better.

I have had both the T25 and T100 models and both show well in the dark. For the money, you can't go wrong. However, remember, they are big and heavy watches when worn on a bracelet. Here is the last one I had. Cheers, Bill P.

wantonebad · 18 January 2012, 01:31 PM

Thanks Bill, I'll keep your comments in mind!!

Kevin.S · 18 January 2012, 01:42 PM

I have owned a couple..The one you have posted"Flat T-100 tubes,,crazy lume!!
and I had this one

mike · 18 January 2012, 09:27 PM

I've thought about one. My understanding DB has about the brighest lume in the business.

wantonebad · 19 January 2012, 01:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mike

I've thought about one. My understanding DB has about the brighest lume in the business.

Yeah the Tritium Flat tubes are impressive and I love the contrast they have with the Superluminova Bezel. The lume is the main reason I'm thinking about this watch. They other potential is a Lum-Tec but I like the styling on these watches better.

eric23 · 19 January 2012, 02:34 AM

Nice!

juliocalifornia · 24 January 2012, 05:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wantonebad

Yeah the Tritium Flat tubes are impressive and I love the contrast they have with the Superluminova Bezel. The lume is the main reason I'm thinking about this watch. They other potential is a Lum-Tec but I like the styling on these watches better.

i like that watch also, please let me know what you're thought are. also, have you looked at the ball watches? hey are much more expensive thou.

gaopa · 24 January 2012, 10:23 PM

wantonebad, have you considered a Marathon TSAR? I have one in my collection and really like it. Marathon makes both automatic and quartz models of the SAR. My TSAR is quartz. It is a tank and I really like it. Cheers, Bill P.

everose · 24 January 2012, 11:17 PM

DB make some amazing vfm pieces.
The spec for the $ ratio is off the scale IMHO.

I purchased a Sun Diver 1000m with the blue sunburst dial a few months ago.I wanted to see what the quality was like for one of their lower end pieces.It has the basic but reliable Miyoya 8205.

Photo from www.

Sun Divers are not ISO rated and use an off the shelf case, neither of which concerned me at this price point.

They are very nicely finished for the $ and have a hefty,solid build about them.The bracelet uses screws (not pins and collars) which i just don't expect at this price.Lume is literally Seiko Diver rivaling!

It is running at a consistent -8spd and i am more than happy with that.

One thing i would mention is if you like aftermarket straps.Some of the DBs have unusual end links (Sun Diver is one of them) making it difficult if not impossible to Nato/leather.Again it was not an issue for me.I ordered DB's rubber strap accessory which again, is nicely finished for the price.I could not be bothered to track down an aftermarket rubber as DB's was so well priced.
It looks like your DayNight has a normal end link.

Indeed all their accessories seem very well priced including Pelican Cases etc...They have some fun stuff on their accessories page,check it out!

In summary DB is all about the vfm and IMO you will not be disappointed !

@Gaopa:

Congrats Sir, I love the SAR's!
You have a fine collection of pieces i see from the recent GMT thread !

wantonebad · 20 April 2012, 05:09 AM

Just a little update, I was unsuccessful sourcing a used DayNight as the sellers all wanted a premium price based on availability, I wasn't willing to go there. However I've just received word that Deep Blue will have the DayNight and the Master Explorer back in stock in July, so I'm looking forward to seeing the 2012 version. I'm going to purchase it as soon as I am able and i will post pictures when she arrives!

Jadam · 24 April 2012, 01:50 PM

In march I was searching for tritium watch much like you. I purchased both a deep blue trtium (t100)and a Prometheus baiji. The fit and finish, especially the bracelet, was far better on prometheus, the tritium on the Prometheus was as good or better and the price point was lower for Prometheus also. Something to consider.

h999r · 24 April 2012, 02:33 PM

nice lume . !

wantonebad · 25 April 2012, 04:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jadam

In march I was searching for tritium watch much like you. I purchased both a deep blue trtium (t100)and a Prometheus baiji. The fit and finish, especially the bracelet, was far better on prometheus, the tritium on the Prometheus was as good or better and the price point was lower for Prometheus also. Something to consider.

You very well maybe right, however styling either speaks to you or it doesn't and the Prometheus is not my cup of tea. Thanks for the info though!

Jadam · 25 April 2012, 12:04 PM

I agree, the deep blue especially the flat tubes are great
Looking watches, would have both if finances permitted !

juliocalifornia · 7 July 2012, 02:29 PM

they have a new model with flat tubes t100. i got one and it is great

MCV · 8 July 2012, 01:45 AM

I've got a Deep Blue Master 2000 and for the money ($425) it's an incredible piece, ETA 2824, beautiful blue bezel, etc.

Cheers,

-Marc

wantonebad · 13 July 2012, 04:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MCV

I've got a Deep Blue Master 2000 and for the money ($425) it's an incredible piece, ETA 2824, beautiful blue bezel, etc.

Cheers,

-Marc

That model is listed at $899 on their site?

MCV · 13 July 2012, 12:20 PM

Really? I got it BNIB from someone who bought it on ShopNBC and never wore it, I think they paid $599 or so.

wantonebad · 14 July 2012, 02:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MCV

Really? I got it BNIB from someone who bought it on ShopNBC and never wore it, I think they paid $599 or so.

yeah that makes sense, they do sell on Shop NBC, i guess the volume is what their after.

18 January 2012, 05:21 AM	#1
wantonebad 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: USA Watch: 126600, 116500LN Posts: 12,849	Deep Blue DayNight T100 Anyone own one? Trying to decide on a new beater and this one is in the running, like to hear people's thoughts... I love the styling, just want to make sure it holds up and keeps good time over the long haul. __________________ "I'm kind of a big deal... on a fairly irrelevant social media site that falsely inflates my fragile ego"

18 January 2012, 01:31 PM	#3
wantonebad 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: USA Watch: 126600, 116500LN Posts: 12,849	Thanks Bill, I'll keep your comments in mind!! __________________ "I'm kind of a big deal... on a fairly irrelevant social media site that falsely inflates my fragile ego"

20 April 2012, 05:09 AM	#11
wantonebad 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: USA Watch: 126600, 116500LN Posts: 12,849	Just a little update, I was unsuccessful sourcing a used DayNight as the sellers all wanted a premium price based on availability, I wasn't willing to go there. However I've just received word that Deep Blue will have the DayNight and the Master Explorer back in stock in July, so I'm looking forward to seeing the 2012 version. I'm going to purchase it as soon as I am able and i will post pictures when she arrives! __________________ "I'm kind of a big deal... on a fairly irrelevant social media site that falsely inflates my fragile ego"

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18 January 2012, 12:57 PM	#2
gaopa "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: .. Watch: Rolex Explorer II Posts: 1,820	wantonebad, I have had several Deep Blue watches and liked them all. They are a great value, I think. I bought all of mine from shopNBC on special offers. I have now sold the watches not because I did not like them, but because other watches came along that I liked better. I have had both the T25 and T100 models and both show well in the dark. For the money, you can't go wrong. However, remember, they are big and heavy watches when worn on a bracelet. Here is the last one I had. Cheers, Bill P.

18 January 2012, 01:42 PM	#4
Kevin.S 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: Kevin Location: Maine Watch: All of them Posts: 1,376	I have owned a couple..The one you have posted"Flat T-100 tubes,,crazy lume!! and I had this one

18 January 2012, 09:27 PM	#5
mike "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 22,683	I've thought about one. My understanding DB has about the brighest lume in the business.

19 January 2012, 02:34 AM	#7
eric23 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Eric Location: Calgary Posts: 9,595	Nice!

24 January 2012, 10:23 PM	#9
gaopa "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: .. Watch: Rolex Explorer II Posts: 1,820	wantonebad, have you considered a Marathon TSAR? I have one in my collection and really like it. Marathon makes both automatic and quartz models of the SAR. My TSAR is quartz. It is a tank and I really like it. Cheers, Bill P.

24 January 2012, 11:17 PM	#10
everose Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: World Citizen Posts: 593	DB make some amazing vfm pieces. The spec for the $ ratio is off the scale IMHO. I purchased a Sun Diver 1000m with the blue sunburst dial a few months ago.I wanted to see what the quality was like for one of their lower end pieces.It has the basic but reliable Miyoya 8205. Photo from www. Sun Divers are not ISO rated and use an off the shelf case, neither of which concerned me at this price point. They are very nicely finished for the $ and have a hefty,solid build about them.The bracelet uses screws (not pins and collars) which i just don't expect at this price.Lume is literally Seiko Diver rivaling! It is running at a consistent -8spd and i am more than happy with that. One thing i would mention is if you like aftermarket straps.Some of the DBs have unusual end links (Sun Diver is one of them) making it difficult if not impossible to Nato/leather.Again it was not an issue for me.I ordered DB's rubber strap accessory which again, is nicely finished for the price.I could not be bothered to track down an aftermarket rubber as DB's was so well priced. It looks like your DayNight has a normal end link. Indeed all their accessories seem very well priced including Pelican Cases etc...They have some fun stuff on their accessories page,check it out! In summary DB is all about the vfm and IMO you will not be disappointed ! @Gaopa: Congrats Sir, I love the SAR's! You have a fine collection of pieces i see from the recent GMT thread !

24 April 2012, 01:50 PM	#12
Jadam "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Belvidere,il Posts: 268	In march I was searching for tritium watch much like you. I purchased both a deep blue trtium (t100)and a Prometheus baiji. The fit and finish, especially the bracelet, was far better on prometheus, the tritium on the Prometheus was as good or better and the price point was lower for Prometheus also. Something to consider.

24 April 2012, 02:33 PM	#13
h999r Banned Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: HR Location: Planet Earth Watch: -ing Barts. Posts: 4,244	nice lume . !

25 April 2012, 12:04 PM	#15
Jadam "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Belvidere,il Posts: 268	I agree, the deep blue especially the flat tubes are great Looking watches, would have both if finances permitted !

7 July 2012, 02:29 PM	#16
juliocalifornia "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: california Posts: 6	they have a new model with flat tubes t100. i got one and it is great

8 July 2012, 01:45 AM	#17
MCV 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Marc Location: USA Watch: GO Sport Evo Posts: 679	I've got a Deep Blue Master 2000 and for the money ($425) it's an incredible piece, ETA 2824, beautiful blue bezel, etc. Cheers, -Marc

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MCV 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Marc Location: USA Watch: GO Sport Evo Posts: 679	Really? I got it BNIB from someone who bought it on ShopNBC and never wore it, I think they paid $599 or so.

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