OLEVS G6607 Green Dial Review: flashy automatic watch on a budget, with a few quirks

I’ve been wearing this OLEVS G6607 – the gold/silver strap with the green dial – for a bit now, and I’ll be straight: this is a watch you buy mainly because you like how it looks, not because you’re chasing Swiss-level accuracy. It’s a budget automatic with a tourbillon-style skeleton window, so it has that "complicated" look on the wrist without costing a fortune. If you expect Rolex performance, you’ll be annoyed. If you just want something that looks flashy for nights out or work and you’re okay with a few compromises, it’s more interesting.

Out of the box, the first thing that struck me was the weight. At around 450 g including the packaging, and still pretty hefty on the wrist, it feels solid, not like the super-light cheap fashion watches. Some people like that heavy feel, others don’t. Personally, I kind of like that it feels like an actual piece of metal on my arm, but after a full day at a keyboard, I definitely felt it.

What surprised me most for the price was the overall presentation: gift box, small bracelet adjustment tool, and a watch that doesn’t scream "toy" at first glance. Up close, you do see it’s not a high-end piece – finishing and details are decent but not impressive. Still, for a watch sitting around this price point, I’ve seen worse. The green dial and gold/silver mix are not subtle at all, so you need to actually like that style.

In daily use, it does what it’s supposed to do: it shows the time, has a visible tourbillon-style movement, and you don’t need to deal with a battery since it’s automatic. On the other hand, it’s not perfect: timekeeping can drift, the 30 m water resistance is strictly for light use, and the style is a bit loud. So overall, it’s a watch with clear pros and cons: looks and presence are its main strengths, precision and refinement are where it falls behind more serious brands.

Looking at the price point and what you get, the value is actually not bad if your priorities are clear. You’re paying for a visually loud, mechanical-looking dress watch with open-heart/tourbillon styling, a two-tone steel bracelet, luminous hands, and a gift-ready box with an adjustment tool. Compared to some fashion brands that slap a quartz movement in a similar-looking case and charge more, this OLEVS at least gives you an automatic movement and a bit of horology fun.

On the flip side, you’re trading off precision and long-term brand reliability. The accuracy is just okay, not great, and some users mention it gaining time. If you compare it to something like an entry-level Seiko 5 or an Orient automatic, those usually have better regulated movements and more established quality control, but they may not offer this exact flashy style or open-heart look at the same price. So it depends what you care about: looks or pure watch performance.

If you want a watch that screams "luxury style" from a distance for a low cost and you don’t mind adjusting the time occasionally, the value is pretty solid. As a gift for someone who likes shiny watches and doesn’t obsess over seconds per day, it makes sense, especially with the included box and tools. For a watch nerd who cares about movement specs, brand heritage, and long-term servicing, it’s more of a fun side piece than a serious purchase.

In practice, I’d say this: good value for style-focused buyers, mediocre value for accuracy-focused buyers. If you accept that it’s mainly a dressy fashion automatic and not a precision instrument, the price feels fair. If you expect high-end performance for a budget price, you’ll be disappointed. For me, it lands in the “decent but nothing more” category: it gets the job done visually, with known compromises under the hood.

Design-wise, this watch is not trying to be discreet. The green dial combined with gold accents and a two-tone (gold/silver) bracelet gives it a very "look at me" vibe. If you like minimalist black dials and slim silver cases, this will feel over the top. I personally wore it with a shirt and blazer and it fit that slightly flashy dressy style fine, but I wouldn’t pair it with gym clothes or super casual outfits – it just looks out of place.

The dial itself is fairly busy: you have Roman numerals, a dual calendar (day/date) and the open-heart/tourbillon-style window that shows part of the movement. Technically, it’s not a high-end tourbillon; it’s more of a skeleton open-heart showing the balance wheel, but visually it gives that complicated mechanical vibe. The upside is that it’s fun to look at – you can actually see parts moving when you tilt your wrist. The downside is that legibility takes a small hit in certain lighting because there’s a lot going on visually, especially with shiny gold hands over a reflective green background.

The case diameter is 41 mm with a thickness of 12.5 mm, which is a pretty standard modern men’s size, leaning slightly on the chunky side. On my average wrist, it had presence but didn’t feel like a dinner plate. The bezel and lugs are polished, which looks good at first but tends to pick up fingerprints and micro-scratches over time. Compared to a more matte or brushed finish, you’ll notice wear marks sooner, especially if you bang it against a desk or door handle a few times.

Overall, the design is clearly aimed at people who want a dressy, flashy watch without spending big money. The main strong point is visual impact – it stands out, looks more expensive than it is from a distance, and the open-heart window is fun. The main weak point is subtlety and long-term versatility – if your style is low-key or you want something that can go with everything, this color and finish combo might be too much. Personally, I’d call it a "weekend or event" watch rather than a daily beater, unless you really like bold jewelry-style watches.

On the wrist, the first thing you notice is the weight. It’s definitely heavier than a basic quartz watch with a leather strap. Once I sized the bracelet properly using the included tool, it sat relatively well and didn’t slide up and down my arm. Still, after a full day at a computer, I could feel that I was wearing something substantial. If you like a watch that reminds you it’s there, you’ll be fine. If you prefer something you barely feel, this might bug you after a while.

The case size at 41 mm with 12.5 mm thickness is fine for most average male wrists. It’s not a monster, but it’s not super slim either. Under a tight shirt cuff, it can catch slightly because of the thickness and the polished bezel. With a normal dress shirt, I could get it under the cuff, but it wasn’t as smooth as with a thin dress watch. The curved lugs help it hug the wrist decently, so it doesn’t look like a big slab sitting on top.

The bracelet itself is fairly comfortable once sized. The links move enough to follow the shape of the wrist, and I didn’t get any sharp edges digging into my skin. Also, the butterfly clasp sits flat enough and doesn’t create a big bump under the wrist. I wore it in warm weather and didn’t have any major irritation, though like all metal bracelets, it can get a bit sweaty if it’s hot. If you have a very small wrist, you might find it looks a bit big and heavy, both visually and in feel.

Overall, I’d rate the comfort as acceptable but not super light or discreet. It’s fine for daily wear if you’re used to heavier watches. If you come from slim quartz watches or smartwatches with silicone bands, you’ll instantly feel the difference. For evenings out, occasional wear, or office days, it works. For sports, manual work, or sleeping, I would just take it off – but that’s true for most metal-dress-style watches anyway.

The watch uses 316L stainless steel for the case and bracelet, which is pretty standard and decent at this price. The bracelet has been polished multiple times according to the brand, and in hand it does feel smoother than some cheap, rattly bands I’ve worn before. The links feel reasonably tight, not super hollow, and the overall impression is that it’s more solid than a random no-name fashion watch. It’s not at the level of mid-range Swiss or Japanese brands, but for the cost, it’s okay.

The crystal is Hardlex (a hardened mineral), not sapphire. That means it’s more scratch-resistant than basic mineral glass but it can still scratch if you’re rough with it or hit it against stone or metal. In my use, after wearing it at the office and out a few times, I didn’t notice any scratches yet, but I was not rock climbing with it either. If you’re the type who bangs your watch on everything, you’ll want to be a bit careful. For the price, I didn’t really expect sapphire, so I’m not shocked here.

The clasp is a double locking foldover (butterfly style). It closes securely and didn’t pop open on me, which is the main thing. The mechanism feels okay, not super refined, but it locks with a clear click and stays put. It also doesn’t pinch wrist hair much, which is always a plus. The gold parts of the bracelet are clearly plated; how long that plating will last before fading or scratching through depends on how rough you are. After short-term use, mine still looked clean, but I wouldn’t expect it to look brand new after a couple of years of daily wear.

Overall, I’d say the materials are pretty solid for the segment but you have to remember this is a Chinese-made budget automatic. You’re not getting high-end finishing or ultra-tough components. In practice, it’s fine for normal office and casual wear, but I wouldn’t use it as a workhorse for manual labor or sports. If you want something that can take serious abuse, you’re better off with a basic Seiko, Citizen, or a G-Shock. Here, you’re trading some durability and top-tier materials for looks and mechanical movement at a low price.

In terms of build, the watch gives a decent impression at first. The steel case and bracelet feel solid, the butterfly clasp locks properly, and the Hardlex crystal should handle everyday bumps better than basic glass. Over a short test period, I didn’t see any major wear: no peeling of the gold plating, no obvious scratches on the crystal, and no looseness in the bracelet. For normal desk and city use, it seems fine so far.

That said, you have to keep your expectations realistic. This is a Chinese-made automatic in a budget bracket, not a tank built to last decades of rough treatment. The gold plating will likely show wear over time, especially on the bracelet where it rubs against desks, keyboards, and other surfaces. The polished surfaces will also pick up micro-scratches fairly quickly. If you’re fussy about your watch always looking pristine, you’ll either baby it or get frustrated as small marks appear.

The movement durability is harder to judge long-term, but generally with these types of automatics, you can expect some variation: some units run for years with minimal issues, others can develop problems earlier. The brand does at least mention a 30-day no-reason return/refund policy and some sort of after-sales support via Amazon, which is better than nothing. Still, don’t expect the service network or spare parts availability you’d get from Seiko, Citizen, or Casio.

Overall, I’d call durability acceptable for casual use but not ideal if you’re tough on your gear. If you plan to wear it occasionally, store it in the box when not in use, and avoid water, shocks, and extreme temperatures, it should last a reasonable amount of time for the money. If you want something you can beat up daily without thinking, I’d look at more tool-oriented brands. This OLEVS is more of a style piece that can survive everyday office life, not a hardcore work watch.

This is where things get a bit mixed. The watch uses an automatic mechanical movement with a visible tourbillon-style (actually more an open-heart) mechanism. That means it winds itself as you move your wrist and you can also manually wind it. The nice part is you don’t have to worry about changing batteries. The less nice part is that, like many budget automatics, accuracy is not perfect. One of the Amazon reviews mentions it "keeps gaining time," and that lines up with what I saw: it tends to run a bit fast over a few days.

In my case, over about a week of casual wear, it gained a noticeable amount of time (we’re talking minutes over several days, not seconds). That’s not shocking for a low-cost automatic, but if you’re picky about exact time, it will annoy you. To be fair, many mechanical watches in this price bracket do the same. You basically have to accept that you’ll need to reset it every few days or once a week if you want it to be spot-on. The brand claims the tourbillon/skeleton system helps with gravity-related errors, but we’re still not at the level of regulated higher-end movements.

The luminous effect on the hands and markers is decent. After exposing it to light, I could read the time in the dark for a while. It’s not as strong or long-lasting as something like Seiko’s LumiBrite, but for casual night use (checking the time in a dark room or outside), it’s fine. It’s more of a practical feature than a strong point, but at least it’s not fake lume that does nothing.

As for water resistance, it’s rated at 30 m / 3 ATM. That basically means it’s okay for hand washing, light splashes, and maybe brief exposure to water, but I would not take it seriously for swimming, and definitely not for diving or hot showers. The brand even says "can swim, bathe in cold water but can not dive," but personally, given it’s a dressy automatic with no screw-down crown, I would be careful. For a watch like this, water is more of an emergency tolerance than a feature you should rely on heavily. Overall, performance is good enough for casual use if you accept some time drift and treat it gently.

When you open the package, the whole thing feels more "gift ready" than a lot of cheap watches. You get: the watch itself, a branded box, a small booklet/manual, and a bracelet adjustment tool. The box is not high-end, but it’s clean, rigid enough, and good if you want to give it as a present without buying extra packaging. For the price range, it’s decent and doesn’t feel like it came from a bargain bin.

The adjustment tool is actually useful. I used it to remove a couple of links from the 316L stainless steel bracelet. It’s not the most rugged tool in the world, but it did the job without me needing to visit a jeweler. For someone who doesn’t usually adjust bracelets, it’s a nice touch and saves a bit of time and money. You can clearly see OLEVS is trying to make the whole experience feel a bit more premium than the price suggests.

The watch arrives with plastic films on the case and bracelet, plus a little plastic spacer on the crown. That’s pretty standard, but at least it shows it hasn’t been worn around before. Mine had no visible scratches or dust inside the dial, and the crystal (Hardlex type) was clean. The hands and markers were aligned correctly, and the tourbillon window spun as expected when I moved the watch.

On the downside, the manual is pretty basic. It explains the basics of setting time and date and how the automatic movement works, but don’t expect a deep technical guide. If you’re new to mechanical watches, you might need to look up a YouTube video to fully understand how to wind it properly and how much time drift is considered normal. Also, the brand doesn’t give very detailed specs on the exact movement model, which doesn’t inspire huge confidence if you care about watchmaking details. For a casual user, it’s okay; for a watch nerd, it will feel a bit vague.