I chuckled when you were worried about what you were wearing when the watch arrived. Nobody would’ve cared. You pointed that out when there was no need. Here in Australia, most people are pretty casual so we wouldn’t bat an eyelid. Besides, most here watching were focused like you, on the watch you were preparing to unbox. Onto the watch. Very nice. Typically German. Enjoy your new acquisition…
@jandoerlidoe3412
2 жыл бұрын
The simplicity of the watch is so classy, the execution so superb....timeless beauty, the glass back reveals the high class precision regulator for the balance spring, Geneve stripe decoration and the screwed in chattons... And yes that box is a piece of art itself... just look at the joints & hinges....as you say, you can use it as a desk clock... may you be happy with this watch.....
@roberthiers5606
2 жыл бұрын
Congratulations on your new watch. I ordered the Big Date with a Salmon dial and raised numerals. The mockup was fantastic. However the wait is till next Feb. or March 2022. A long wait yes but no longer than a Rolex steel watch and I will know I will be getting it unlike the Rolex.
@harryblack
2 жыл бұрын
Oooh yes! I loved the big date option - do send some pics when it comes through! I certainly think the wait is much for worth it, getting something you know is custom and potentially one of a kind vs waiting the same if not more time for an off the production line machine finished piece. (Don't get me wrong I love Rolex)
@joshuagutierrez335
2 жыл бұрын
You mean 2023?
@roberthiers5606
2 жыл бұрын
@@joshuagutierrez335 Sorry. Yes.
@joshuagutierrez335
2 жыл бұрын
@@roberthiers5606 The years. They blend together. I blame the pandemic.
@officialMainspring
Жыл бұрын
I also own a Cal. 99.1M. I went with the solid sterling silver dial. such a beautiful time piece. Amount of hand work put into a D&S movement is unreal. One of the most beautifully decorated movement out there. congrats and wear it in the best of health!
@harryblack
Жыл бұрын
Thank you! Likewise to yours, it’s such an incredible piece.
@bettyro1959
8 ай бұрын
This would be the exact model I would order if I could afford it. The father and son who build these watches are incredible craftsmen. I appreciate hand crafted quality very much, and the value for what you get in incredible!
@harryblack
8 ай бұрын
It really is! Can highly recommend picking one up if you're able - the craftsmanship is amazing and the simple dial is so captivating with the engraving.
@bettyro1959
8 ай бұрын
@@harryblack I'm a minimalist kind of guy so that dial is spot on for me! Another watch on my dream list is a Grand Seiko spring drive; the technology behind that movement is incredible. I know the Seiko isn't even close to the crafstmanship of a D. Dornbluth & Sohn but I love the spring drive movement and the accuracy, maybe someday for both of them.
@ianmedium
2 жыл бұрын
This is a wonderful company and a beautiful watch, congratulations on looking outside the horological box and going for this brand over more well known ones. There is so much quality out there at excellent prices such as this over more prosaic mainstream watches. If I did not own my very similar looking hand made in Canada Archer Sterling (Sterling in reference to the frosted Sterling silver dial) I would be very tempted by this. I can highly recommend going for a dark blue croc or aligator strap, it goes really well with the silver dial and blued hands!
@harryblack
2 жыл бұрын
Ah wow I hadn’t heard of the brand before thanks for introducing me - I certainly see what you mean. Unfortunate the name gets drowned under the popular TV show XD
@JasonTheWatchGuy
2 жыл бұрын
That movement is incredible to look at!
@JacobTab_S7_Plus-sg4ju
4 ай бұрын
I also got a custom made 99.1 with ceramic dial, It is a friend of Dirk that make the boxes. This year me and my wife went down to Kalbe and visit Dornbluth, where Dirk gave us a tour him self, And sign my outer and inner box to the watch. DB are just so great congrets 🎉
@blackout8845
2 жыл бұрын
That click sound when you wound the watch was the most satisfying click I ever heard
@michaels2916
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the great shots of your new watch. The engraved dial is so amazing. This is on my list of watches for have. Engraved dial for sure, along with the polished ceramic in white. Wish I could order today as I see the waiting list only increasing in time. Congrats.
@mikaxms
2 жыл бұрын
Do you know how long the wait list is?
@michaels2916
2 жыл бұрын
@@mikaxms Have heard it is about 12 months plus or minus.
@harryblack
2 жыл бұрын
So for me, after sending in a request, it took 7 months to hear back from them, and then after confirming the spec I wanted + paying deposit, it took 9 months to build, test and deliver 👍
@willisbcteoh9840
2 жыл бұрын
Superb choice. Mine 99.1 with pantograph engraving will be ready in 2 months. I opt for lizard skin strap.
@MrDead1975
2 жыл бұрын
the box is made by a local to the factory school teacher apparently as a sideline. about to place my order, shame about the year long waiting list though!
@harryblack
2 жыл бұрын
Ah no way! I didn't know that thank you - I will definitely include that in a future video 👌 Best of luck with your order, after confirming the order and paying deposit, it took 9 months for the watch to be made and dispatched.
@SteveFWatches
2 жыл бұрын
The packaging and box is so clever 👏🏼
@harryblack
2 жыл бұрын
Isn’t it! A previous commenter told me the boxes are made by a local school teacher apparently - so cool!
@philliprackow7153
3 ай бұрын
Was just about to comment on the box when you did. The engraved text on the movement is beautiful, really shows how the choice of font can elevate the look of decorative text. The last bit may seem obvious, but small brands could really elevate their watches if they paid more mind to that when engraving their custom rotors or any other parts of a watch, especially since machine engraving or laser etching isn't that expensive.
@thewatchmission7693
10 ай бұрын
I cant wait to get one of their pieces someday soon. Amazing value and craftsmanship!
@_Peter_.
2 жыл бұрын
Looks like a modern version of the 40s Omega RAF159/HS8 model and I absolutely like it! Thanks for sharing!
@harryblack
2 жыл бұрын
Oh yes you’re right! I had never come across that model before. D.Dornbluth also make a centre seconds variant that would look even similar
@scottlalonde2878
2 жыл бұрын
99.1 definately one of my grail watches. Been dragging my feet because I'd have to sell my Datejust. Congrats on yours, it's beautiful. Thank you for sharing, a review would be great 👍🙂
@harryblack
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much! Got another video on it coming soon and then a review to follow after that - need to spend sufficient time with it before reviewing it 👌
@scottlalonde2878
2 жыл бұрын
@@harryblack Soundsgreat, thank you👍
@rjblue42
2 жыл бұрын
Congratulations. My Regulator arrived nearly 12 months ago and it is an amazing piece.
@gvnady8380
2 жыл бұрын
they take clean satisfying dials to the next level, beautiful.
@harryblack
2 жыл бұрын
I know right!?
@Joe-xo3xy
2 жыл бұрын
Nice watch, I love Dornbluth and have been in talks with them for a while. I do hope to purchase from them eventually. Big congrats, I think you went with a watch brand that feels personal, simple and crafted with integrity, I would choose Dornbluth over many luxury watch brands that are more recognized. I will like to kindly ask that you do make another video which displays the movement more. Thanks and talk to you soon.
@harryblack
2 жыл бұрын
100% The entire brand and just the purchasing process makes it feel so much more personal and adds to the attachment/enjoyment of the watch. Stay tuned as I have a video coming soon specifically related to the movement 👌
@Joe-xo3xy
2 жыл бұрын
@@harryblack hi there, nice to hear from you. Yes please, it will definitely help me choose the right model, I look forward to it. There isn't much content that shows off their calibers properly. I will send you another reminder at some point if I find no uploads, LOL! Take Care
@tracephoto1823
2 жыл бұрын
That is a looker for sure. I aspire to grab one of my own someday. Enjoy! 😎👍🏼
@harryblack
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks man - it certainly gets my seal of approval 👌
@rashidtsoroev8263
2 жыл бұрын
Coolest sound of winding ever!
@harryblack
2 жыл бұрын
It is so satisfying!
@carnipex99
2 жыл бұрын
Congratulations and thanks for posting. It’s a beautiful, tasteful piece. I’ve been looking at these for while, might have to go for it.
@harryblack
2 жыл бұрын
Take the plunge man!
@edwardblack7133
2 жыл бұрын
I love the watch and the box....as you said...genius
@mrmagoo.3678
2 жыл бұрын
At first I thought "Meh..bit plain".. But after seeing the closer shots..the clasp and the back/movement....I wants one!.. This is the first I've seen of this brand..I'll deffo check 'em out though!😍
@harryblack
2 жыл бұрын
Yes you definitely should!
@tugbutker1951
2 жыл бұрын
These pieces will be worth double if not triple their MSRP in 10 years. Amazing craftsmanship for the money.
@harryblack
Жыл бұрын
Agreed!
@johnn7722
2 жыл бұрын
My 99.1m is due March/April! Been a long wait!
@harryblack
2 жыл бұрын
Ah congrats John! The wait is certainly long, but worth it 👌 Mind if I ask which model you got?
@johnn7722
2 жыл бұрын
@@harryblack 99.1m. Ceramic blue dial with the sundial in brass.
@sebastianrutkowski7316
2 жыл бұрын
ZENITH boxes are nice,too. great taste in watches,mate. enjoy.
@greamespens1460
2 жыл бұрын
Really nice I would use as a desk clock.
@harryblack
2 жыл бұрын
ahah yeah I love the look of it (a tad small for practical use sadly)
@greamespens1460
2 жыл бұрын
@@harryblack Yes, I wish I could afford it.
@Sleeken1
2 жыл бұрын
I really enjoyed how you displayed the finer details of the watch - it looks fantastic. There's not enough material on them and I'm keen to know how the timekeeping performs over time. I was interested in them but ended with a GO instead
@harryblack
2 жыл бұрын
Ahh yes when I do eventually get round to making a review, will certainly let you know how it’s been performing accuracy wise - Ah nice, GO is definitely on my wishlist to, specially the Panomatic moon phase. Which did you go with?
@Sleeken1
2 жыл бұрын
@@harryblack That's what I went with - Panomaticlunar in blue - I like the assymetry of both Pano models. I'll seriously consider and independent brand next time
@jared20041
2 жыл бұрын
Mine is coming in June. Can't wait!
@harryblack
2 жыл бұрын
Ooh amazing - which model did you get?
@jared20041
2 жыл бұрын
@@harryblack exactly the same. The 99.1m. Black applied numbers.
@rveubank
2 жыл бұрын
Beautiful watch. Thanks for the introduction to a brand new to me, and one that's not Rolex or Omega
@harryblack
2 жыл бұрын
Happy to - definitely think the independents need more time in the spotlight rather than just Rolex & Omega all the time
@kjss4345
3 ай бұрын
This guy is unpacking like he's defusing a bomb😂
@jamespatrick1548
6 ай бұрын
It's on my list of things a want to own soon.
@alexandermarquardt597
2 жыл бұрын
NICE choice, that's a crazy cool watch and easily the one of the best, if not the best value in the watchgame. well done sir.
@harryblack
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you kindly sir, it certainly is
@d.h.9428
2 жыл бұрын
Well done. Look forward to your review. It's a beauty.
@AjushiPhotography
2 жыл бұрын
Congratulations- what a gorgeous piece - definitely on my wish list. 😍
@cecilyau4440
2 жыл бұрын
That is a stunning movement!
@johnayres2303
2 жыл бұрын
I will be doing this in July hopefully after the one year wait.
@jayebirdjb7143
2 жыл бұрын
Piece Unique for sure. Wear it in good health. U Lucky dog!
@its_georgie157
2 жыл бұрын
I love the watch! 👍🏻
@robotstobor3388
2 жыл бұрын
beautiful watch
@kurthill7030
8 ай бұрын
Nice watch 👍
@harryblack
7 ай бұрын
It definitely is, thanks!
@BR0SE1DON
2 жыл бұрын
That is stunning, I’d love one in 36mm 💕
@harryblack
2 жыл бұрын
Yeah wish they came in smaller sizes. They do make a 38mm but that has their in-house calibre and is quite a bit more expensive
@BR0SE1DON
2 жыл бұрын
@@harryblack that’s a shame, it’s a stunning watch - I tried to look at their website on my phone - totally missed the 38mm, I only saw a 40 and 42. I really wish more people did smaller sizes - 34 - 36mm - so classic. This watch, with the seconds at 9 and power reserve at 3 gives me Lange 1815 Up Down vibes, which is my dream watch..! In 35.9mm case size, of course! 💕 Anyway, thank you for bringing this brand to my attention 👌🏼
@bent540
2 жыл бұрын
im even impressed with the box!
@harryblack
2 жыл бұрын
It’s so good! They’re made by a local school teacher apparently.
@saucelove
5 ай бұрын
Beyond beautiful ❤
@michaels2916
2 жыл бұрын
How has this watch held up to scratches compared with your Rolex?
@harryblack
2 жыл бұрын
Hard to say exactly as I wear my Rolex much more often as a daily wearer whereas this is mostly reserved for dressy occasions. That being said, the brushed sides and brushed deployment clasp already do have some light scratches on 😬
@bdcochran01
2 ай бұрын
Permit me to say the following. I am happy for you. Not envious. I cannot afford such a beautiful watch. I will buy it when I win the lottery. I have the same affection for the watches that I do own. Each one is chose and admired for the workmanship and thoughts in the design.
@oak6845
2 жыл бұрын
What's the name of that awesome knife, great looking blade!
@harryblack
2 жыл бұрын
Sure thing - it’ the Artisan Cutlery Ravine ATZ
@asdfyxcv1100
2 ай бұрын
The ü is pronounced like u say "eeeeee" and while still doing it then slowly form a small circle with your lips. That is the ü sound. Then ignore the silent h at the end of the name and just say "Dornblüt". The & in German is "und", with the u being pronounced just like "you" without y". So you could try saying "yound" and then leave out the y. The "Sohn" (=son) is very close to the English "Zone" so just say that with what you consider a German accent. You can either leave out the "D." or say it like an old Irish man would tell you of "a wonderrrful DAY". As in deh or duh, not sure if that helps. "Deh Dornblüt und Zon" (This coming from a German)
@mickeyromeo
2 жыл бұрын
looks like every other watch i've seen
@harryblack
2 жыл бұрын
From afar maybe, but up close and especially the back… it’s better than anything else I’ve seen for the price
@pixsled
Жыл бұрын
then you don't belong here
@BrooklynGMT
2 жыл бұрын
Beauty!
@AcmeRocket
2 жыл бұрын
Beautiful ⌚
@michaellilly9393
2 жыл бұрын
Congratulations nice time piece I wanna get 1 2 😉👌 take care⌚
@harryblack
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks you! Defo go for it if you’re debating it
@danielmcgill1039
3 ай бұрын
very very nice :)
@j.p.9522
2 жыл бұрын
Wow, that is exquisite. Are the hands heat-treated to achieve that blue?
@harryblack
2 жыл бұрын
Yup they are - hands and the chaton screws in the movement are all heat-fired blue
@MrVitamincpp
4 ай бұрын
very similar to my Stowa MO :)
@AmitDixit13
2 ай бұрын
lucky you
@hemanthp6999
3 ай бұрын
They are not accurate like omega?
@juleswild9498
2 жыл бұрын
Congratulations on your NWA mate! 🎉🎉🎉
@harryblack
2 жыл бұрын
Haha thanks! Have another NWA coming soon 😉
@juleswild9498
2 жыл бұрын
@@harryblack looking forward to its review then 😄👍🏼
@ALim-zx5oy
2 жыл бұрын
Great video! Thanks ...just wondering, was this with the engraved and filled numerals as extra option?
@harryblack
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Yes it was extra - the hand engraved and ink filled numerals is an extra 1000 Euros taking it from 4kEur to 5kEur
@ALim-zx5oy
2 жыл бұрын
@@harryblack super! Just put my order in and now the wait begins. Noticed your leather band is black wherelse the "standard" is perhaps dark brown? Just curious, without a PR indicator, how has your experience been winding it up? Does it come to a definite stop once fully wound ? Cheers
@xpdchief7698
2 жыл бұрын
Great video! It is truly a beautiful watch. I know by the video title and your unboxing that it is a 99.1M (that would be 40mm, 50mm lug to lug). I am ordering mine in the next couple of days. The size looks really good on your wrist. If you don't mind I have a couple of questions. What size is your wrist, and how do you feel about the deployant clasp on the strap now that you've been wearing the watch? Good luck with your new watch, it is stunning!
@harryblack
2 жыл бұрын
Hey thanks for watching. So my wrist size is a tiny bit over 7” - The deployable clasp I’m actually not a fan of. The inner clasp can rub quite sharply against your wrist. I was tempted to call back and ask to get an OEM buckle strap
@xpdchief7698
2 жыл бұрын
@@harryblack Thanks for getting back to me. I just ordered mine without the deployant clasp. That's what I thought. I had a similar strap on my Seiko Cocktail Time and immediately swapped it for a bracelet.
@stevem863
2 жыл бұрын
Looks great. Dial certainly is beautiful, but the back may be more stunning. Exceptional. How did you get it, where did you get it, how long you wanted it, what price range is this in. Congrats !
@harryblack
2 жыл бұрын
Aha I will make a full video going through the process at some point as a lot of people have asked. In short: Sent in a request through their website with my desired spec, waited around 7 months, heard back from them asking to confirm my spec and send a deposit, then took 9 months to make and send the watch. Since they’re so customisable, the cheaper ones start at $4k and up. Mine cost just under $5k 👍
@stableianF1oracle
6 ай бұрын
Any clue how much it is ….
@stuartcole4845
2 жыл бұрын
I was forced to watch an ad for Vincero immediately prior to viewing this 😂
@harryblack
2 жыл бұрын
Oh god I am sorry you had to go through that 😂
@stuartcole4845
2 жыл бұрын
@@harryblack it was going from the complete gutter of horology to the pinnacle!
@larrymarkowitz8386
2 жыл бұрын
Beautiful. Understated and still wow. Also, what is the knife, please?
@harryblack
2 жыл бұрын
Haha it certainly is - The knife is the Artisan Cutlery Ravine ATZ-1819 in green 👌
@stevemoful
2 жыл бұрын
Wow awesome watch and unboxing, any relation to A. Lange and Sohne? That is my grail watch the 1815 chrono in black but yours is killer I'm a bit jealous but happy for you...
@harryblack
2 жыл бұрын
Ahaha thanks man - no direct connection to Lange, but they are both German brands so have similar design inspirations. I’m with you, anything by Lange is a grail tbh - especially the Lange 1 or Datograph
@corneliusscipio777
2 жыл бұрын
No, nothing to do with them. A. Lange & Sohne are from Glashütte (Sachsen/Saxony) and Dornblüth from Kalbe (Sachsen-Anhalt/Saxony-Anhalt). Dornblüth started after the German reunification and A. Lange existed already before the GDR in Prussia and the German Empire
@jsusna1972
2 жыл бұрын
Very nice watch, but simply too big for my small wrist. Not just the diameter, but also the height.
@harryblack
2 жыл бұрын
I get what you mean - When you say height, do you mean thickness or lug-2-lug? This is the 99.1M version and I do think the lug-to-lug height is a little long for my liking
@jsusna1972
2 жыл бұрын
@@harryblack, thickness: how high it sits above my wrist. I would think it would make wearing long sleeves an issue.
@jimbojet8728
2 жыл бұрын
That is a pretty watch. How much?
@harryblack
2 жыл бұрын
Ahaha by far the most common question, will make a follow up video addressing it, but this one was £4k
@johnhebert3855
2 жыл бұрын
What kind of average daily rates are you all getting?
@harryblack
2 жыл бұрын
I'll be honest, I don't really know, as it's not a daily wear for me and I only bring it out for evening parties or more dressy occasions - that being said I've heard they're rated to -1/+11 secs a day and I haven't seen anything to go against that rating.
@WNYfellow
2 жыл бұрын
Beautiful watch, beautiful video. What's not so beautiful? You did not tell us the price. I went to their website - likewise, they refuse to state the price. After further digging on American sites, I found the price. In the neighborhood of Omega and Grand Seiko, which is perfectly reasonable for a watch of this sublime quality. However, it is insulting to the prospective customer to refuse to clearly state the price. It smacks of the JP Morgan quote about his yacht: 'If you have to ask, you shouldn't even think of getting one.'
@harryblack
2 жыл бұрын
True - for mine I paid just over £4k. I think they don’t state the price simply due to the level of customisation so it’s hard to quote accurately online. When they process your request, they are very transparent about pricing
@WNYfellow
2 жыл бұрын
@@harryblack thanks for your reply.
@anibaluriarte3676
2 жыл бұрын
The price Mista???
@harryblack
2 жыл бұрын
Just over £4k
@stevemoful
2 жыл бұрын
Oh and please how much did that cost if you don't mind??
@harryblack
2 жыл бұрын
So the beauty of the brand is that you have a large degree of customisation available to you so the price can vary a lot - they start at around €4k and go up from there. My particular configuration came in at just under €5k
@malthus101
2 жыл бұрын
It's 40mm? What's your wrist size please? :)
@harryblack
2 жыл бұрын
Yup it's 40mm and my wrist is just over 7"
@Ahcelaht
2 жыл бұрын
What’s your wrist size?
@harryblack
2 жыл бұрын
Just under 7” 👍
@Ahcelaht
2 жыл бұрын
@@harryblack how much under? Haha sorry, trying to be as accurate as I can
@skeelo69
2 жыл бұрын
Where are the tools! , no hand milled strap remover, no microfibre cloth !
@harryblack
2 жыл бұрын
Aha there was a branded microfibre cloth! Sadly no tools though
@sebwatcheurvintage2666
2 жыл бұрын
Pour moi ce n est qu une montre gousset mises dans un boîtier de montre bracelet. A 5k€ je trouve ça que l on peut trouver des montres de grandes marques automatiques ou Méca avec une originalité autres
@harryblack
2 жыл бұрын
Il existe de nombreuses marques qui modélisent des montres de poche, (Panerai, Patek, Breguet, etc.) et ce n'est pas un point négatif pour moi. De plus, la finition et la qualité sont tellement incroyables, pour moi, cela vaut les 5k€
@More-Space-In-Ear
2 жыл бұрын
Prefer the box more than the watch…
@yobgol
2 жыл бұрын
i find the level of customisation disconcerting. compare models shown in the catalogue to the configurator and what’s shown at stockists, you’ll find they’re inconsistent or incomplete and in some instances techniques used or options possible not stated at all or are badly illustrated. i would never known i’d made the right choice.
@harryblack
2 жыл бұрын
Their online configurator is a bit useless tbh. When you send in a request and they get back to you, they give a catalogue with a much more in depth customisation and you clarify each detail with them over email so no chance of making a mistake 👍
@yobgol
2 жыл бұрын
@@harryblack disagree. it's the discrepencies between the catalogue, configurator and website contents, as well as stockists that confuses and contradicts. gaps to be found. not a chance of buying one when even they don't seem to know what they make and can't clearly lay out what you can buy.
@floridahummer
2 ай бұрын
i have put in a complaint to youtube, please stop showing porn, that watch is absolutely gorgeous and I want, lucky bloke, does this watch have a only fans page, lol
@bifeldman
4 ай бұрын
Jealous.
@babaji1947
2 жыл бұрын
Is all that packaging really necessary?? What a waste!
@harryblack
2 жыл бұрын
It’s a lot, but I would rather ensure the ‘delicate’ item is shipped safely 😂👍
@nn431xru1
2 жыл бұрын
Never understood why people care about the box. You are not gonna wear the box! Are you?? So why drool over a stupid box…everybody does it. Makes no sense.
@harryblack
2 жыл бұрын
It’s unique! True a bit useless but it’s fun and different from everything else out there
@Mr.-Wint
2 жыл бұрын
@@harryblack : The box is part of the quality expierience...
@JohnSmith-vr9if
2 жыл бұрын
Important part of value retention
@canadapainter658
2 жыл бұрын
an ugly watch...
@harryblack
2 жыл бұрын
Hey to each their own - can I ask why you think that?
@bushcraftsurvivaljackonly7319
Жыл бұрын
I save money for a Dornblüth. I hope i get the watch a fast a possible.
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