My name is Ricardo a watch aficionado and today I will talk about this decent timepiece and its cousin(chrono). First of all if you are attracted to this watch is because it resembles the Bell & Ross style at an affordable discount. I picked up this model for about $79.00 here to discover this new brand name Republic. The price is fair but does not justify the quality of the piece.

Materials
Leather band is thick, rich, and comfortable. Case is mat black ion plated, with accent screws at a slight lighter tone, with a mineral dial window. High polished stainless case back, poor brand definition and details about the watch. Dial slight tan accents, clean definition of dial, no date and OK luminescence. Crown has a beautiful detail to give you fingers more grip when adjusting the time, this is a nice detail with embossed Republic logo. Case seal is made from silicone or rubber. Bezel accent is nice with high polished stainless steel.

Movement
Chinese Quartz Chrono- Movement, with date function. Estimated street price $20.00(tops). Snug Plastic Movement housing, battery operated, pressed dial, beautiful accents in dial. Battery life est. Four years.

My review

I feel as in this new brand as many brands that arrive in the watch business is trying to limit producing costs to increase sellers surplus. I purchased this watch for $79.00 which is the most anyone should pay for this piece. The strap and case are well made, though the ion plating quality will be determined with use and exposure to elements. The movement is very inexpensive with , the similarity or resemblance to a Bell and Ross is nice but you have far more better options out-there. The movement and case back are very cheap and make this piece extremely overpriced for the money. The sellers could have added a Swiss Chrono movement i.e. ETA G10.211, improved the crystal quality, and improved the water resistance level. Though it is not a diver its a thick, solid, manly watch but should not present it self as one with the Chinese movement which is weak. The poor water resistance, and cheap mineral crystal will not stand or represent what this model entails. I would encourage potential buyers to look at other alternatives such as Swiss Legend or Invicta. The reason behind is that you will obtain the same qualities of this look at a lower price point. Currently, selling for $95.00 which I consider extremely over priced. Swiss Legend and Invicta feature Swiss and Japanese movements, with high quality materials  such as saphritek crystal (SL-10yr warranty on the crystal), or flame fusion(Invicta), with thick leather strap and better warranties.  The warranty behind the Swiss Legend or Invicta is far better than this Chinese imitation by the name Republic. The starting selling price for this watch should be $49.00 - $79.00. There are just far better options and greater quality aviator inspired pieces that offer better warranty, movements, and crystals.

Thank you for reading.

RV