Just got my first automatic (Cadisen C8207) for $70. Is there a better movement I could have chosen under $100?

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Hey guys,

I just bought my very first automatic watch – a Cadisen C8207 (Sky Blue dial) with the Miyota 8215 movement. Caught it on a sale for around $70 .

I’m just starting my adventure with automatic watches and my budget is pretty tight right now. For $70, it feels like a solid piece with the sapphire crystal and stainless steel.

But since I'm a total beginner, I'm wondering: is this a good choice for the price? Also, is there any better movement out there commonly found in watches around the $100 mark that I should have looked for instead, or did I do well with the Miyota?

Posted Jun 12, 2026, 8:22 PM UTC

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