Ikepod Horizon HHT20vsGarrick S2 Deadbeat Seconds

The Ikepod Horizon HHT20 is a 44mm titanium watch with a unique KAWS-designed dial. Owners find the designs distinctive and a good entry into mechanical watches, though one owner noted the watch sat too tall on the wrist despite a soft rubber strap. Another owner mentioned that current models are Hong Kong-made with quartz movements, with a Swiss mechanical version planned. On balance, owners appreciate the unique design language of the Ikepod Horizon HHT20 as a gateway into mechanical watches.

The Garrick S2 Deadbeat Seconds is praised for its handcrafted dial and movement, featuring an in-house Calibre DB-G06 manual-wind movement with a deadbeat seconds complication. Reviewers note the movement is regulated to within +3 seconds per day. The 42mm stainless steel case is 10mm thick and offers 100m water resistance. A significant drawback is the long lead time, with one source stating at least a year and another specifying 16 months, and the watch is limited to 10 produced annually. On balance, reviewers highlight the bespoke nature and in-house craftsmanship as key strengths of the Garrick S2 Deadbeat Seconds, despite the considerable wait time.