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Hi, Has anybody had any experience on buying used watches from Indian sellers ? They look good value but not sure if you would be stung with custom fee's and charges - details from seller are a bit sketchy although they have very good feedback - it's only a few quid so may be worth the risk -...

Hello All, I would like to offer a new old stock (NOS) HMT Shiv watch for consideration. It is keeping excellent time and has absolutely no cosmetic blemishes. The Shiv model is almost impossible to find outside India and features a very unique dial with symbols revered by the Hindu religion...

Hello All, I would like to offer a new old stock (NOS) HMT Janata Super Deluxe watch for consideration. It has been completely re-serviced and is in new condition. The Super Deluxe variant of the Janata is rare and features a very delicate textured dial not unlike the Seiko Snowflake...

त्रि is a limited edition . Movement : 8N24 Skeleton , Miyota Japan 21 jewels Dial : Hand made in .999 pure Silver with laser welded pure silver dial legs Case : SS304 ~`38mm without crown Mineral Crystal . Caseback : Screw down Transparent Case Back . Strap : 18mm Genuine Leather. \

WITHDRAWN ... not sure about authenticity. Apologies to all who were interested.

Hi, I have received many HMT watches from a gentleman who relocated to Ireland recently and I have been tasked to give away the watches without any profiteering. So after consultations, the person wants the watches to be given away at almost half their original purchase price. All the watches...

Hi, I have received many HMT watches from a gentleman who relocated to Ireland recently and I have been tasked to give away the watches without any profiteering. So after consultations, the person wants the watches to be given away at almost half their original purchase price. All the watches...

Here is a wrist shot of my made in India HMT Pilot hand wind mechanical. I just happened to pull it out as I am selling my main watch and waiting for my new watch to arrive. What a nice little 17 jewel it is.

A well written article summarizing why HMT watches are likely to appreciated in the future. I, for one, didn't realize that India imported watchmaking from 1960's Japan. Anyone know the writer? http://watchesbysjx.com/2016/07/hmt-watches-the-rise-and-fall-of-indias-watchmaking-titan.html

Hello folks, I know there are a few threads on this subject but would like an update. I'm going to Bangalore and Mumbai next week and would like to purchase an HMT Sona. Are they still available and if so, where's the best place to buy them? Thanks

I bought this watch a little over a month ago and am absolutely in love with it! Titan comes up with some great designs on a regular basis but is known mostly for its quartz watches. As the brand has earned a great reputation, I was hoping to get one of their watches for myself (but only if it...

What happens when you quit your day job in finance and follow your true love? Big, beautiful things in the case of Gaurav Mehta, the owner and creative force behind the Jaipur Watch Company. Watchuseek sat down with Mehta, to discuss the past, the present, and the future of the this exciting...

Hi All, I am based in India and trying to revive some G's. I have checked with local Casio centers and nobody here keeps stocks for vintage models. Does anyone have any list of suppliers for bezels and other parts based in Asia (Japan or HK or even China, for that matter)? My concern is...

Is there any place to get good leather straps in India?

Is there any place in India where you can get quality watch straps and other watch parts (The spring bar, the bar tool, etc)?

HMT Ravi - Rare Handwound with Date complication - Brand New For sale is a genuine Hindustan machine Tools (HMT) mechanical (handwound) wristwatch manufactured in India. The model is Ravi which is exceedingly...

Titan is a watch company based in India, this is the company that overtook HMT in the 90s. Some information about their journey can be found here: link Like HMT, Titan also obtained a part of its watch manufacturing capability through a tie-up with Citizen watch company, Japan. Initially they...

HI FOLKS, THIS IS SACHIN BHAT FROM BENGALURU,INDIA. I AM CREATING THIS THREAD FOR THE BENEFIT OF ALL HMT AFICIONADOS. ANY DISCUSSION REGARDING HMT WATCHES ARE WELCOME. I WILL ALSO POST THE PICTURES OF MY HMT WATCHES SO THAT ONE CAN CHECK IF THE HMT THEY ARE GOING TO BUY IS AN AUTHENTIC ONE OR A...

Greetings from India!! I have recent procured some Indian made NOS watch cases under the trade name NOVA and TimeSonic dating back to mid 80's. The retailer claimed that these cases were made to only house a ST-96 mechanical(without date) swiss movement. Can somebody please suggest me an...