OLEVS Men's Watch 9901 - Mechanical, Waterproof & Luminous

Where does the brand OLEVS come from?

OLEVS is a watch brand from the entry to mid-price range, mainly sold through online marketplaces and international shops. The brand is often visible in German-speaking areas through product listings, ads, and marketplace offers.

For buyers, less important is “tradition” as with Swiss manufacturers, but rather value for money, design, features (e.g., quartz/automatic), and workmanship.

If you want to compare OLEVS watches, pay special attention to:
Movement type (quartz vs. automatic)
Material details (stainless steel, alloy, coating)
Water resistance (ATM/bar + actual use)
Warranty/returns and dealer reliability

Is OLEVS a luxury brand?

OLEVS is generally not classified as a traditional luxury brand. Luxury watches (e.g., many Swiss brands) are typically characterized by:
long brand and watchmaking tradition
in-house movements or very high-quality mechanisms
expensive materials/finishing
high value retention and collector status
OLEVS positions itself more as an affordable fashion/everyday watch with a visually “luxurious” design (e.g., sporty-elegant models).

For buyers, this means: You often get a lot of style for the money, but you should remain realistic about expectations regarding material, durability, service, and resale value.

Do OLEVS watches have good reviews?

OLEVS watches often have mixed reviews online – depending on the model, seller, and expectations. Many positive reviews refer to:
Design/appearance
Value for money
Wearing comfort
Critical reviews more often focus on:
Quality variation (one model excellent, another weaker)
Coating/susceptibility to scratches
Water resistance in practice
Service/handling (depending on the seller)
How to check reviews sensibly:
Read 1–3 star reviews (these show the real weaknesses)
Pay attention to photos from buyers
Check if reviews belong to the same model
See if the seller clearly handles returns & warranty

Are OLEVS watches suitable for everyday use?

OLEVS watches can be suitable for everyday use – if the model fits your usage profile. For daily wear, the following are especially important:
Case/strap material (stainless steel is usually more durable than simple alloys)
Glass (mineral glass is acceptable, sapphire is more scratch-resistant)
Water resistance (at least 5 ATM for everyday splashes; more only if clearly stated and reliable)
Clasp & band quality (comfort + durability)
Tip: If you wear the watch daily, avoid permanently:
Showering/swimming, unless clearly designed for it
Perfume/chemicals directly on the band/case
Hard impacts (door frames, sports without protection)

Are OLEVS made in China?

For many watch brands in the affordable to mid-price range, production is commonly done wholly or partly in China – this often applies to brands like OLEVS, which are heavily sold online.

What matters less is the country of manufacture alone, but rather:
Quality control
Material transparency
Origin of the movement
Warranty & support
If you want to be sure, check:
Product description/seller imprint
Information on packaging/case back
Dealer responses + verified buyer photos

Are OLEVS waterproof?

"Waterproof" is often misunderstood when it comes to watches. What matters is the rating in ATM/Bar (and what it practically means):
3 ATM (30 m): Splash water, hand washing – not for swimming
5 ATM (50 m): Everyday use + rain, brief immersion – swimming usually not recommended
10 ATM (100 m): Swimming generally possible (without pressing buttons)
20 ATM (200 m): more for intensive water use
For inexpensive watches: even if it says "5 ATM," actual performance can vary depending on seals/quality.

Best Practices:
Always close the crown completely
Do not use buttons/pressers in water
Seals age → have them checked regularly if used frequently in water