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@ntndrummer
Жыл бұрын
can you do a competition on yellow gold watches?
@juniorjohnson5961
Жыл бұрын
I told someone I paid $500 for a watch , they were shocked most people have no idea .
@LaurentiusTriarius
Жыл бұрын
A surprisingly high amount of people think you can buy a Rolex or omega with 500$
@trcs3079
Жыл бұрын
@@LaurentiusTriarius a work colleague at my work has this mentality of "just did enough resesrch" so in terms of watches, he thinks there's only 2 routes, either a seiko or rolex. One day another colleague (let's call them #2) once showed up at work with a beautiful Grand Seiko elegance. I told colleague #1 about it since he liked seiko and lo and behold, he goes "what do you mean they're around 8k, I've seen them go for around 800". That's how you know some people do bare minimum research and think they know things
@overdose9365
Жыл бұрын
@@trcs3079 Dunning-Kruger-effect on display... I don't even know how you can look at a Grand Seiko and think "Yea, that's about 800" smh...
@trcs3079
Жыл бұрын
@@overdose9365 once he said this, "there's only seiko and then rolex, there's no in between". That's when i knew he didnt know horology ahaha
@Beanna_
Жыл бұрын
As much as I am a fanatic of the Seiko and Orient dive watches because they were, and still are, my gateway into the world of watches, I have to give my vote to Tom for bringing up some less obvious picks that I had not heard about before. Sorry Andrew! Thanks a lot for covering some affordable watches!
@mikewheeler9011
Жыл бұрын
My first proper 'luxurious' watch was a Casio duro. Even seiko's on special cost $400 here in Australia. I'm a college student and don't have cash to burn. For just under $200 AUD I got the blue dial 'bluro' and a decent Ali Jubilee bracelet. I love looking at this thing, and with a few other cheap Casio digitals (ca53, a168, f105) it's a nice little collection for under $350
@mr22guy
Жыл бұрын
Holy moly, the Duro only costs $50 here in the US. When I go visit Oz I'll bring a suitcase full of Duros with me.
@MrBarrageman
Жыл бұрын
Luckily got my blue duro for $40 USD at a Walmart
@rangersmith4652
Жыл бұрын
Congrats on opening your brain further than your wallet.
@igederaeyana8513
Жыл бұрын
Really? How can it be so expensive? In Indonesia it cost around IDR 900k - 1.200k or around AUD80 - AUD120
@iamkyleclimer
10 ай бұрын
Yep just got the two tone casio duro I might end up buying all the color options they have and I wish they had more!
@charles_the_elder
Жыл бұрын
For the money, it's hard to beat an Invicta Pro-Diver. I've bought 3 so far. Usually around 70-80 dollars. Grind the branding off, replace the dial and hands, sapphire crystal and you've got a nice looking watch, dependable watch for less than $200. I've been giving them away as Christmas gifts.
@glennevans6213
Жыл бұрын
I'm not a pilot watch fan but I really like the look of the AVI 8. This watch looks as though it has been designed with the utmost care and attention to the details, therefore Tom gets my vote.
@paulinejackson5861
Жыл бұрын
AVI-8 are a shockingly bad brand. All poor quality.
@D3ZG1978
11 ай бұрын
@@paulinejackson5861no they aren’t 😂 have you watched any reviews..?
@teodormilkov2310
Жыл бұрын
The Invicta Pro Diver 8926OB is the best value for money mechanical watch on this planet, purchased while discounted (sales occur quite often) at £68 in the UK. Prove me wrong.
@BAF605
Жыл бұрын
Who needs you guys when the man from Vincero guarantees he can sell me a quality watch for under $200?
@dwaffle5749
Жыл бұрын
Ong 😂
@kart182
Жыл бұрын
Haha
@mankind8088
Жыл бұрын
💩for the wrist
@korosensei2930
Жыл бұрын
You had me in first half NGL.
@karlsenula9495
Жыл бұрын
Well obviously because they cut out the middleman ... 😏
@adammordo
Жыл бұрын
I would’ve gone with the Kamasu V1 instead of the Ray, now that you can readily find them for under $200 with a little bit of digging. Because of that, I’m gonna have to give the win to Tom this time. The Q Timex GMT and the GM2100 were both very strong recommendations.
@davidf3974
Жыл бұрын
The gm2100 is an amazing everyday watch if u don't mind its bulk on your wrist, but I think the timex q is horrible value
@DwyaneWadeCounty
Жыл бұрын
I got the Orient Ray 2 blue dial, one word, BEAUTIFUL
@valengreymoon5623
Жыл бұрын
I'd like to add the Citizen ProMaster Eco-Drive BN0150-10E. In basic black, ISO certified true dive watch, and under $200. Great spec to price ratio, and taking over where the SKX left off.
@declinox
Жыл бұрын
Really like the Geckota and the Avi-8. Thanks for the great watch selection, and the insightful (and funny) commentary!
@bpb235
Жыл бұрын
I love my invicta Prodiver, it's a lot of watch for the money and can take the punishment of everyday wearing
@MagnaxVingtTrois
Жыл бұрын
I am happy to see that the Zeppelin GMT is showcased here. I own one of those and I really like it.
@ivansakal1224
Жыл бұрын
Bought my Pro diver last black friday, good stuff It has few issues like rotating bezel getting stuck if not being used and questionable precision on some day of the month, but apart from that lovely watch
@ChefDaveKrul
Жыл бұрын
Absolutely love the Geckota , such a nice finish and couldn’t take my eyes off it when you showed it with the leather strap , what a lovely watch
@jimmski9908
Жыл бұрын
They are good looking, I like the aesthetic as well, but their online reviews were not very good when I checked.
@roachasaurus2020
Жыл бұрын
I can vouch for the Orient. I bang it around all the time and the glass has yet to scratch. It's a good daily.
@mordeth1964
Жыл бұрын
For 200 USD you could buy four Casio Duro's of pure awesomeness 😋👍
@DeeDeeDanone
Жыл бұрын
I'm wearing the Invicta right now, almost by necessity. I've had it around 10 years now and it's remarkably still working and keeping respectable time. I say by necessity as within that 10 year time period I've bought other watches that have stopped working and are awaiting repair e.g. an Oris Aquis, Seiko SKX007, Seiko SRPD71K1, Orient Blueray.
@huntera123
Жыл бұрын
What a great real-world review. Thank you both. The Invicta was chosen by me due to the quality of the automatic mechanism, the water resistance, and the ruggedness of the stainless steel watch and bracelet. Not to mention the excellent price point. That it looks superficially like a rolex was actually a negative.
@BetamaxBabe
Жыл бұрын
I always enjoy when Watchfinder(!!!) showcases affordable watches.
@Doggo-frencton
Жыл бұрын
They have those Invicta Pro Divers at my local Sams for $90. Might get one just to abuse at work
@FurkanCemTurfanda
Жыл бұрын
That Invicta is ALWAYS $100, and goes on sale for $60-80. Buy one, slap a good bracelet on there and it is a great watch.
@sea_of_inspiration
Жыл бұрын
Proud owner of Invicta Prodriver from 2 years. What a watch it is.. got it for 70$ then
@tbone121974
Жыл бұрын
I think you have both done well. I like the Zeppelin. It would be great to see that design in an Automatic. I think Tom just clinched it. The Invicta Pro Diver was the move that lost. I'm not a great fan of the brand's marketing and business practices.
@karlsenula9495
Жыл бұрын
True ... but if you were going to pick one Invicta that get some decent reviews and props it would be the ProDiver. That said the MSRP to actual sales price annoys me (only one step above Vincero and Filippo Loretti pricing practices imo) and the over branding ... to be fair I'm not a fan when Blancpain does it either.
@SingleTrackMined
Жыл бұрын
The Pro Diver and the 1953 are spectacular value propositions. I got both for less than $150 total and they are excellent quality. Invicta's other products and their pricing strategy are odious but the Invictae I have are very good watches for very little spend.
@karlsenula9495
Жыл бұрын
@@SingleTrackMined are the Prodivers also over branded with Invicta on the side of the case? I know they have their name on the dial, logo on the seconds hand counter balance and customized Invicta rotor. Also how is the bracelet (push pins?), clasp? (Milled or pressed?) And glass? (Flame fusion or sapphire?). Specs wise they definitely seem up there with the NH35 spec'd Aliexpress watches.
@SingleTrackMined
Жыл бұрын
@@karlsenula9495 The Pro Diver has Invicta etched on the side, the 1953 does not. Bracelet is average for the price. Ben did a scratch test and found Flame Fusion is harder than anything except sapphire. These are easily as good quality as Ali brands, imo.
@williamthomas6106
Жыл бұрын
The LZ127 was the number for the Graf Zeppelin, which was the most successful Zeppelin ever built and was retired, not reduced to a pile of charred aluminum in New Jersey. Naming it the LZ129 would have been tragic. Both the LZ126 and LZ127 were "retired" and did not meet "disastrous" ends.
@alexkng14
Жыл бұрын
I love it when you do your videos together! I love it when you talk about your own watches you have and what you are thinking of buying.
@jamesrobert4106
Жыл бұрын
There actually is a Terminator themed T3, AP Royal Oak.
@rickybobbysdriver555
Жыл бұрын
I'm loving these classy voiced budget watch videos.
@RonSommar
Жыл бұрын
13:18 made by Ruhla the 2nd famous watchmaker in eastern Germany that had not met a private equity firm to boost their marketing (as some colleagues in glashuette....)
@paulb9453
Жыл бұрын
This is the funniest pairing, yet razor sharp writing, on KZitem. The zeppelin, the worst thing to happen to public transport? We shouldn’t laugh, but we will. We just need a Titanic Chronograph now to complete the set. Love the Invicta Rolex, I have one, with a famous mouse across the dial.
@Casiotron74
Жыл бұрын
Too soon
@derekliang1732
Жыл бұрын
What's the name of the diver version of the Seiko 5 SRPG63? It's the watch on the right at 4:09. I've been looking into divers and am considering one but I can't find it. I love the moon dial though.
@turbyoulance
Жыл бұрын
The Gekota is different and punches above it's weight. Nice
@wallytangofoxtrot4721
Жыл бұрын
The other Timex referenced with that notorious bracelet deserves the nickname ‘The Brazilian’.
@antaeussnorik6790
Жыл бұрын
Aquatico Bronze Sea Star. On sale under 200. Saphire crystal, automatic Seiko NH35A, bronze or even ceramic bezel. We have here Invicta, so why not try this one?
@24934637
Жыл бұрын
Just a slightly pedantic note: A zeppelin is a type of airship, not a specific airship. The 'Hindenburg' was the specific airship that crashed. So it's more like naming something 'Aircraft' rather than naming it 'Concorde Air France Flight 4590'.
@panfrick
Жыл бұрын
Still love my Invicta titanium pro diver from a decade ago. Horrible lume haha but the movement is bullet proof.
@MultiBaseball1010
Жыл бұрын
Honestly there’s no better value for money, particularly for an automatic, than the Pro Diver. It’s a nice, Malaysian made, Seiko movement in a watch that’s 90% of the finishing of a Seiko 5 for 30% of the price (they’re often available for $59). And depending on the model (the non-OB models or the 1953) you can ditch most of the old 5 digit Submariner knock off from the look too.
@mr22guy
Жыл бұрын
I love this watch too. I see it as "some assembly required" because as soon as I get it in the mail, I disassemble it, grind off the branding from the side, and start any other mods I have in mind. My most recent one got the case debranding, a new dial & hands, and that's it.
@ninosalvati379
Жыл бұрын
@@mr22guy soooo... everything that makes sure no one knows you're wearing an invicta....come on! The watch is great as is...yeah! The Invicta engraved on the side is a bit much but get a colour that's not just a Rolex rip off and your good to go....maybe change the hands is the only thing I agree with...Merc hands are a bit naff tbh
@390razr
Жыл бұрын
I lucked out and found a Glycine Combat Sub 42mm for $299.99 at Costco in the United States. ETA 2824 movement, sapphire Crystal, screw down crown and WR of 200M. Can’t beat that for $100 more than the budget set in this video.
@jojosaute
Жыл бұрын
Where can i find the geckota? Its not on their site..
@billybenson3834
Жыл бұрын
I've owned the bluesy version of the Invicta Pro Diver and the black dial version for several years and they are accurate and good looking watches. Invicta does make some abominations but these watches fantastic options. My Aragon seagull mechanical is a decent but somewhat oversized watch but again accurate and can be had under 100 bucks. For a fun watch I really enjoy my teal faced Vostok amphibia on the orange nato. Though it likes to run a bit fast but it doesn't bother me, it's easily adjusted. I do have the PRX and Hamilton Navy, both are great watches but really, if you can't afford a $600 watch or even a $200, the watches I've mentioned look great and be had for $100 or less if you search some
@mikewysko2268
Жыл бұрын
My biggest issue with Invicta is the weak lume. My Orient Ray has excellent lume. Although I like the looks of their dive and feild watches I haven't tried a Citizen yet.
@IbrahimMansoorali
Жыл бұрын
The Orient has a sapphire glass. Or is Ray different to the Mako?
@Pweber8888
Жыл бұрын
Actually zeppelin is just the word for the flying baloon thing in general. Like train / airplane. Vs Hindenburg = Concord.
@carlvoxvires
Жыл бұрын
@08:06 Autobot logo / 80's Y fronts from the same era 😂
@jimmski9908
Жыл бұрын
Very close, but I would have choose Tom. He did pick the Timex, right?
@billbrecht707
Жыл бұрын
I gotta say I like Tom's selection the best!
@alanwright3172
Жыл бұрын
Two questions, 1 do I get a prize for spotting the black dial Z127 Los Angeles that you slipped in with the Zeppelin GMT? and 2 Is that really an AV-8 Chronograph? Looks like a dual time watch but maybe the plaque saying "Dual Time" on the dial is spurious 😁
@3030-z1w
Жыл бұрын
I'd also recommend for anyone who likes the Ray to look into the Orient Kamasu Gen 2. It has the same classical round markers of the Ray but a better dial, sapphire crystal, cleaner case and bezel and only marginally more expensive.
@pzwolski
Жыл бұрын
I do not think you can buy it for $200. It is rather $300 range.
@BoozewithNick
Жыл бұрын
Hell yes, wearing my Ray II Raven at this very moment! Anyway, good list, and another fun video. Thanks, guys.
@evanshall
Жыл бұрын
Saddens me that the Casioak and not a Square is the go to recommended G Shock now. Less features and a less rugged analog setup.
@targaflorio3239
Жыл бұрын
Both presented some great options. Seiko 5, Timex GMT, zepellin .. I say Andrew by a second.
@MaxVroomfondel
Жыл бұрын
The Orient Kamasu is $200 and has a sapphire crystal.
@jibbevansaene7169
Жыл бұрын
One I would of added is the seagull 1963 chronograph. Just bought one new for 166€
@LaurentiusTriarius
Жыл бұрын
Dude nooo. Don't pay over 100$ for these watches!
@JoshuaRTS1
Жыл бұрын
The geckota gmt is my favourite watch in my collection, the finish is well above the £200 mark. I’m gonna have to give it to Tom.
@berndhaverkock6070
Жыл бұрын
I have to say, that I have already several Seiko's and a Orient (same model but Dark Red background). Currently looking for maybe a Bulova but not the green one. The Avi-8 looked nice. Question is, how good are the smaller Brands.
@andrewd7586
Жыл бұрын
Not sorry Andrew, but Tom gets the nod this time!🤪👍🏼
@laurusschluep7464
Жыл бұрын
15:47 the date window on that AVI-8 is so deep, I expect a balrog to step out of that thing any second...
@jamesmdwyer
Жыл бұрын
Still no Duro!? you dont like the Casio? Beats out the Invicta for sure
@shawnrahm6254
6 ай бұрын
Can you do a review on my Magico 42mm square SpongeBob carbon fiber automatic stainless on stainless steel watch it weighs in at an impressive whopping 454 G but you can't even feel that it's on your wrist. It is a zero sound watch so you will never hear it moving around on your wrist. I owned my very first one for 26 years and it just recently died on me I have never once had to fix it bring it to the jeweler nothing. No matter what I was doing for 26 years I recently opened up my other two because I originally bought three and I am so happy. 3000 watch for someone on a extreme budget for under $150
@ricksandstorm
Жыл бұрын
Pro divers provide the rolex experience while being able to use it for diving. Best gateway watch since Seikos became expensive.
@I-Libertine
Жыл бұрын
The Invicta diver is the most underrated watch here. Which is fine by me: keeps the prices nice and low. The Geckota is nice looking, too.
@johndryden4130
Жыл бұрын
Chaps. The tragedy was a zeppelin called the Hindenberg just like an ocean liner was called the Titanic. I want one though.
@Sirleopard666
Жыл бұрын
finally information not for Hodinkee groupies 🧐.. 👏
@LaurentiusTriarius
Жыл бұрын
I love vintage watches but I hate hodinkee. Their special edition junk is just ridiculous, let's not even go into the articles makes me even wonder why you'd want to be in that crowd. I think the number of people who take them seriously is overrated.
@mbferrari308QV
Жыл бұрын
The Zepplin is cool. I might get one...
@TheGrenadier97
Жыл бұрын
I prefer "realistically affordable" rather than "entry level".
@FrankLeeNacty
Жыл бұрын
Always enjoying your content and the format. When these mass produced sub $200 mechanical movement needs service in due time, will the owners pay more then the watch is worth to keep it functioning?
@Beanna_
Жыл бұрын
Just speaking for myself here, I would not spend over the price of the watch to get it serviced but instead simply swap the movement of a Seiko 5 (4R36) for a new unbranded NH36 for
@FrankLeeNacty
Жыл бұрын
@@Beanna_ I agree, swapping the movement is the price efficient option and learning some watch repair is benefit to the owner. The only possible down side I can think of is the dial and it’s features might be different.
@saptarshimozumdar1657
Жыл бұрын
Why not the Kamasu? Sapphire, automatic, proper diver watch. Unique dial colors as well
@picodrift
Жыл бұрын
G shock is always the go-to when looking at a quality budget watch
@Wahlrusberg
Жыл бұрын
Most places that sell Seiko SKX modding bits also have stuff that's comparable with the Orient Ray/Mako. I have a sapphire crystal and ceramic bezel on mine!
@keorbats9429
Жыл бұрын
Oh the humanity!!! Great reference 🙂
@Richard-vk3yk
Жыл бұрын
Yes this - I recently watched a Hindenburg doco and the broadcaster sounds so absolutely distraught it breaks my heart 😢
@mercster
Жыл бұрын
I like the Zeppelin. Thanks fellers!
@lucasnatson6536
Жыл бұрын
Finally some Orient, i like seiko but i got some time ago exactly the same Ray II, looks cleaner these markers on seiko at 12, 9, 6 have weird line that i dont like
@stephennutt2565
Жыл бұрын
Since I own 3 of Tom's 5 picks; although in a different color waves for 2, I am going to have to go with Tom for the win easily. I have the same GShock; the Timex GMT but black/blue; and the AVI-8 Carey Dual Time but Rangoon.
@chimber
Жыл бұрын
fantastic . Im sick of seeing youtubers showing us tudor black bays and rolex's. At a time when people haven't got two ha'pennies to scratch their ass with this guide comes to the rescue.
@redbarchetta8782
Жыл бұрын
Invicta watches are also disposable. You will never get Invicta to work on it, warranty be damned.
@andrewhennessy9789
Жыл бұрын
I like these kind of videos. Y’all should collaborate with Jodie from JOMW. Great watches don’t have to cost a bundle.
@BenjaminEggerstedt
Жыл бұрын
The Autobot reference made me laugh 😂🎉
@ignaciopadilla5150
Жыл бұрын
Love the citizen sport watch
@jonharry6293
Жыл бұрын
I have two Rolex watches but my favourite is my Sekio 009 Pepsi
@BobBob73271
11 ай бұрын
the seiko 61 is $339 what are u on about?
@zhicaofang2354
Жыл бұрын
This is a very close matchup but I'd like to give the vote to Tom. I may not have that big of an issue with Invicta, but the pseudo Submariner recommended by Andrew does repeat the function and the style of the Orient diver, making the whole collection less diversified. On the other hand Tom has recommended five watches with unique design aesthetics and functions. Sorry Mr. Hand, maybe next time!:)
@lokiporter9795
Жыл бұрын
Overall, I'd have to go with Tom's picks...but that Zeppelin tho
@J.S.McDuff
Жыл бұрын
The American Clipper was a classic for about 100 bucks on ebay
@denniskeena5936
Жыл бұрын
Did you not notice the airplane on the end of the second hand on the AVI-8?
@NoblesTx
Жыл бұрын
As a simple American I can not figure out why I find tall sense of humor so friggin funny 😅
@danieluroz8659
Жыл бұрын
Tom brought the best collection
@richardmcginnis5344
Жыл бұрын
g-shock g-shock g-shock, marsha marsha marsha, i want to hear about edifice watches if you're gonna talk about casio or under 200 bucks
@jaykwonzzz
Жыл бұрын
The Hindenburg was a Zeppelin. The watch is named after the mode of transport, not the actual Zeppelin. It's much more akin to calling a watch company "Ship", not "Titanic".
@flaS2k
Жыл бұрын
I picked up a new Invicta Pro Diver with a sw200 shipped for $200.
@anthonystevens8683
Жыл бұрын
I'm thinking that if your budget is $200 and you want to get the best from a single watch then it has to be reliable, robust and water resistant. So my last slightly working brain cell would vote for the G-Shock, Depending on where you get one you get one assuming that there is a T1000 that has clocked you it might be worth considering a couple of 5610U G-Shocks that don't have Bluetooth (T1000 can allegedly sniff out radio) and you'll have one to give to the now also wanted companion. So Tom, you win this one.
@mankind8088
Жыл бұрын
As an enthusiast and collector I would like to know how and why is scamvicta on this list
@egbertkuijpers1387
Жыл бұрын
...perhaps because it is a fantastic watch? I have had mine for 17 years now. It has been in cold, hot, and tropic climates. Been under water (apx. 15-20 mtr), in the sand, survived a carcrash and still does not run fast more than 7 seconds a day. Oh yeah, the watch cost me about €75... In my collection there are Seikos, Casios, Tissots, a couple of Oris', 2 Ball, a Baltic, an Omega and a Submariner no date.
@marcgoulding5230
Жыл бұрын
I just can't tell whose selection was better - a cop out, I know - but both Tom and Andrew...
@JustAnotherHo
Жыл бұрын
Orient, the answer was Orient.
@jibbevansaene2521
Жыл бұрын
Unfortunate that i cant find that Geckota anywhere :(
@MaxVroomfondel
Жыл бұрын
Tom wins! He always does!
@kfwimmer
Жыл бұрын
Gold is the new green
@benanciomarcos4105
Жыл бұрын
Sorry 1%, this video is for us. Cool guys!
@nathanaelsmith3553
Жыл бұрын
The G-Shock, Seiko and Orient are nice - the others don't tempt me
@theuktoday4233
Жыл бұрын
If an ai cyborg had to choose a watch it would choose a Casio G Shock! A robot would not be seen dead in anything else.
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