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 Posted: Sat Aug 22nd, 2009 12:46 am
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bigrustypig



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 I don't own a Kobold (yet) but I have done some research about their pieces' performance, their relatively young company and the ownership behind the brand. I have also checked into other forums and Kobold is highly regarded particularly for toughness of their creations. For me, they have very notable designs and they seem to niche themselves on being a higher-end tool diver, and as such, hit the market at a particularly higher price point.

Value is relative from WIS to WIS so Bromo33333 hit the bullseye with his view on value. Watch materials may be very similar from model to model and brand to brand --- each one distinguishing itself in one particular way to differentiate itself. But at day's end there are only a few things that really matter to me: 1) the brand's heritage and what it stands for 2) track record of their pieces/movements  and; 3) collectibility value. Just my opinon but hope it helps.;)

Oscar, Trent and a few other WIS on 3T own some Kobolds and they may provide you better and maybe more credible perspectives.