Low Cost Options to Expensive Watches - Get the look for less

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  • Опубликовано: 10 сен 2024

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  • @AkuNoHana
    @AkuNoHana 7 лет назад +74

    I love Long Island Watch! It's really cool how you guys show alot of humility and are engaged with the watch community. You guys are on the opposite spectrum of soul-less business.

  • @sudhakarmani4076
    @sudhakarmani4076 7 лет назад +12

    Zeppelin is definitely an amazing choice for those who wants to have luxury, class etc at affordable price👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

  • @robertofuentes9759
    @robertofuentes9759 7 лет назад +132

    Thanks Marc for offering lower price alternatives for those of us on a smaller watch budget...love the Zeppelin !!!

    • @islandwatch
      @islandwatch  7 лет назад +13

      Thank you for checking it out.

  • @gilliebrand
    @gilliebrand 6 лет назад +16

    In some ways it is quite handy that I get to your posts late as most of the watches you show are out of stock by the time I get to view them. Watch collecting is an illness.

  • @docholliday4292
    @docholliday4292 7 лет назад +27

    Some good choices but for me the Casio Duro makes a great beater watch on a Nato, same bezel look as a Rolex Sub, well made and everything lines up, only poor point is average lume otherwise great watch for the small cost.

  • @raymondmalone9721
    @raymondmalone9721 7 лет назад +27

    great video Marc, not everyone can afford high end watches so good to see alternatives.

  • @M_MTsc
    @M_MTsc Год назад

    I own very expensive watches and I own a Zeppelin chrono big date. I love it. It punches well above its weight.

  • @davidrosenblum2178
    @davidrosenblum2178 4 года назад +4

    Oh, great! You show some amazing expensive watches and inexpensive alternatives to each...and I want all of them! Why is that?
    One thing I noticed is that the Tauchmeister is very similar to the Citizen Promaster Diver, with the inclusion of the dive table on the strap to the overall look and feel of it. Not that that's a bad thing; I have the Eco-Drive variant in blue and think it's a tremendous value for the price.
    Thanks Marc!

  • @HYITHO
    @HYITHO 7 лет назад +7

    that Zeppelin is a great watch for the value

  • @rideough
    @rideough 7 лет назад +7

    I have the PVD version of the Orient, which I bought from you! Absolutely amazing watch and has taken a high place in my 20+ watches.

  • @Harleyglide03
    @Harleyglide03 Год назад

    My son is in the military. He’s younger, so he leans towards smart watches. When he was sent overseas, I thought he needed a tough watch. I bought him an SKX. now he is a two writer and almost never takes it off.

  • @eriksmithdrummer
    @eriksmithdrummer 6 лет назад +2

    I own the Orient Captain both the one shown here and the blue bracelet version as well. They are great looking very solid and functional watches. Highly recommend!

  • @lanceuppercut7436
    @lanceuppercut7436 7 лет назад +10

    Really enjoyed the lower cost comparison video Marc. Thanks for introducing me to some tempting alternative and affordable (for me) time pieces to possibly purchase. Going to have a look at your online store now. Cheers👍🏻

  • @balesjo
    @balesjo 4 года назад +1

    Really liked the Zeppelin...either one!

  • @mr.morris2907
    @mr.morris2907 6 лет назад +42

    Is it weird? Yeah. But you get over it
    -Marc 2017

  • @adamkuc9440
    @adamkuc9440 5 месяцев назад

    This zeppelin is a killer. Got it last week and looks amazing.

  • @KarimGabrony
    @KarimGabrony 7 лет назад +1

    Hey ... if i was to get a dress watch. shall i go for GRAF ZEPPELIN SWISS QUARTZ CHRONOGRAPH WATCH WITH ALARM FUNCTION #7680-1
    Or
    ORIENT AUTOMATIC SUN AND MOON WATCH WITH SAPPHIRE CRYSTAL #ET0T002S ??

  • @danemain7859
    @danemain7859 5 лет назад +2

    Hi, I love your videos. I'm learning so much from them. I have a nickel allergy and right now I'm basically confined to fossil, Seiko, and anything all titanium. It would be awesome if you could do a video about nickel free watches as I'm having a hard time finding the exact stainless steel that different manufacturers use. Thanks!

  • @garyggarner7738
    @garyggarner7738 4 года назад

    Marc Thank You for an excellent Video! I confess, I’m a Watch Addict! Just when I think Ive made my last Watch Purchase for a while, You show some new beautiful Timepieces! I thoroughly enjoy your videos! Thanks so much for your detailed explanations!

  • @adriantwiss600
    @adriantwiss600 3 года назад +1

    I find it ironic that many people who aspire to Rolex ownership forget Rolex origins. They were made (in fact mass produced) as superbly built tools much favoured by professional users. Superb time pieces but not low volume luxury items

  • @strongv460
    @strongv460 3 года назад +1

    You haven’t talked about the lume of the zeppelin which is amazinnnnnng!

  • @brewer9565
    @brewer9565 7 лет назад +1

    Great vid - excellent selection of some lower cost options to classic watches. Especially love the Zeppelin and the Orient. Thanks for posting this!

  • @godchi1dvonsteuben770
    @godchi1dvonsteuben770 4 года назад

    As for wearing two watches, evveryones got their own thing. Kudos. What you're doing signifies being contrnt with ones self, and having the self confidence enough to "do your own thing," without concern for what others may think. Which you should do. Being as you don't even know 99% of the people that lay eyes on you during the day, who cares what "they" think. Do what feels right, makes you happy, brings you joy. We "only live once," so follow your heart. We don't get a second chance, so always follow your heart, because dying with regret is tantamount to hell.

  • @mavrickabb
    @mavrickabb 5 лет назад +2

    its 2018 and the Orient Captain is up in price its like 300 now from 160 crazy

  • @samrahman6985
    @samrahman6985 4 года назад +2

    You’ve just introduced me to my next watch!

  • @ColdSphinX
    @ColdSphinX 7 лет назад

    Back in school (about 6. - 8. grade) I had someone sitting on my side, always trying to press buttons on that digital watch. So as a right handed person I got used to wear the watch on the other side...but as it became normal for me, it confused me at first, that many people thought I'd be left handed. :D

  • @mikerotch6068
    @mikerotch6068 5 лет назад +1

    I wear 2 watches too! One for show and a casio databank for "work" but mostly show

  • @arcangelo210
    @arcangelo210 7 лет назад

    Finally someone features tauchmeister! I have the "T0228M" lime green dial. The Lume is great on these it lasts the whole night. MARC THANK YOU. In my honest opinion I think these watches are understated despite having Miyota movements instead of German movements.

    • @islandwatch
      @islandwatch  7 лет назад

      I would agree with you; glad you like them

  • @johnshick4303
    @johnshick4303 3 года назад

    I have the cream coloured dial with a bracelet and I think the cream dial is one of the most beautiful watch dials I own, its also one of the most accurate watches I own being beaten only but a couple grand seikos one of which is spring drive

  • @edwurdfudwuppel3823
    @edwurdfudwuppel3823 4 года назад

    I have the first generation Orient Sun and Moon watch. I get a lot of compliments for it. I've also turned down some attractive offers for it, more than I paid for it when it was new, years ago.

  • @k9usa149
    @k9usa149 7 лет назад

    Very good overview and honest video conveying that we do not always have to spend a fortune on a watch to enjoy it.
    Thanks Marc!!

  • @KRW628
    @KRW628 7 лет назад +3

    Get the look for less #1 - Seiko SNA411 is the same size and layout as the Navitimer Heritage. GTLFL #2 - Seiko SKA371 looks a lot like a Seamaster Pro 300 (skeleton hands, second pusher). Both watches are right around $220..

  • @manny7886
    @manny7886 7 лет назад

    Great video. As always I enjoyed all your videos especially the watch and learn series

  • @EdmundAcuto
    @EdmundAcuto 4 года назад

    Always can rely on this channel to give you the straight goods

  • @reviveramesh
    @reviveramesh 4 года назад

    it is 3 years now - since this video - and it still looks fresh and makes immense sense - do you still sell them

  • @falconfalcon223
    @falconfalcon223 Год назад

    Hi; love your chanel; high quality content. I have a question for you Re: the Quartz version of the Zeppelin in this video. While the stopwatch is running can you Split/ Lap? Like for example; on a Timex while the stopwatch is running, if you press the bottom pusher you get a Split and the watch keeps the stopwatch running in the background. Thanks

  • @uh6537
    @uh6537 4 года назад

    From personal experience I find it quite annoying that the Tauchmeister have a black secondhand on a black background. Apart from that it is a great watch for the price.

  • @michaelpagz7617
    @michaelpagz7617 7 лет назад +1

    I'm still wearing my timex expedition I'm thinking about picking up a Seiko snk809 for now and then saving up for something better

  • @raven_of_zoso455
    @raven_of_zoso455 2 года назад

    Wow, I've come across yhese Zeppelin watches, but kinda always scrolled past them because I'm a huge Led Zeppelin fan, and I thought having a watch named Zeppelin would just cause a bunch of problems for me because every friend of mine will assume I bought it simply for the name, and I would have a hard time explaining to them that that's not the reason. However, I didn't know they had an affordable model with an alarm. Definitely gonna look more into them now. The Orient also kinda tickled my fancy. The Tracer's are really not my style, but even so, I really liked them (more than many other modern heavy-duty military watches)... I must say, you have great taste! Also, I need to get my eyes into the Islander watches one of these days.
    Kind regards from the cold Northern Norway!

  • @jtb52
    @jtb52 2 года назад

    Great video. I find myself liking quite a few of those.

  • @petershallis2294
    @petershallis2294 7 лет назад +65

    Great video. That Orient though... how do they do what they do for what they charge? Amazing..

    • @islandwatch
      @islandwatch  7 лет назад +29

      Good control of labor and materials, and production on a large scale - like Seiko or Citizen.

    • @yebo56
      @yebo56 7 лет назад +14

      sweatshops

    • @joseruiz844
      @joseruiz844 7 лет назад +4

      Totally agree. I got a ray ii in blue and I love it!

    • @homepage92
      @homepage92 7 лет назад

      Peter Shallis did they ship in italy?

    • @k9teamzagrebskolazapse149
      @k9teamzagrebskolazapse149 7 лет назад

      That's your store ship in Croatia . Best regards Marin

  • @mailmeabhilash
    @mailmeabhilash 7 лет назад

    Marc these are amazing suggestions, loved them all.

  • @stileshumphrey4195
    @stileshumphrey4195 3 года назад

    Thanks Marc for the heads up👍

  • @socrispy7114
    @socrispy7114 7 лет назад

    I have been looking for a German made watch to add to my collection, zeppelin is the one I've been looking at and also junkers but this video has confirmed that zeppelin is the one for me :-)

  • @oes2546
    @oes2546 5 лет назад +1

    That Orient is amazing. Wish it was solar though. I wonder if they have a similar model without a chronograph.

  • @krishnateja4291
    @krishnateja4291 Год назад

    Where can i buy to feel safe and to make sure that I’m getting the original there are lot aliexpress fakes, are zeppelin usually cheaper like I’ve seen in the official site some are ranginging around 300€ and for the same price also available in amazon ebay, what i need to look for when buying is there any certificate included in the box for original

  • @GodZji
    @GodZji 7 лет назад

    Hello Mark, Thank you for bringing us some options.That Orient chronograph is a must have in my collection. Ordering now. :)

  • @rbmwiv
    @rbmwiv 3 года назад

    My wrist are opposite I’m right handed and unless it has a buckle strap leather or NATO it will not fit my wrist. None of my steel band watches fit my left wrist except my submariner since it’s got the glide lock so I can easily make it big enough to fit.

  • @rossanderson517
    @rossanderson517 7 лет назад

    Always enjoy your vids. Very informative.

  • @ilcapitanoalexandr8698
    @ilcapitanoalexandr8698 6 лет назад

    They way you made the presentation of the watches made me subscribe.
    Wonderful video ✔️
    (I don't speak English, sorry if I wrote wrong)

  • @captbumbler5356
    @captbumbler5356 4 года назад

    Like the Zeppelin with the alarm and the Orient

  • @SmokeRingsPipeDreams
    @SmokeRingsPipeDreams 5 лет назад +2

    I sure wish that Zep had sapphire crystal.

  • @BuddahMafia
    @BuddahMafia 3 года назад

    I have been forcing myself to wear two watches lately bc I have an Apple watch and I have my everyday Tissot Gentleman. It definitely gets weird looks, but hopefully one day it will be the style since Apple watches do so much for health and whatnot. I won't stop wearing my favorite automatic watches tho.

  • @meowsleeping9385
    @meowsleeping9385 6 лет назад

    Thank you Mark, best youtube watch knowledge ever.

  • @boblitchfield1536
    @boblitchfield1536 4 года назад

    Love the look of that Zeppelin 7680-1 & can pick it up for under $AU400.00.

  • @mariog7213
    @mariog7213 4 года назад +2

    I’m a lefty but was taught that watches are worn on your left arm.

  • @godfatherNYC
    @godfatherNYC 7 лет назад +1

    Ooh, I like those Trasers. Nice video, thank you.

  • @defkon99
    @defkon99 7 лет назад

    Wow I really learned quite a bit about these awesome watches! Thanks!

  • @nychrisvs
    @nychrisvs 7 лет назад

    Great video Marc. More videos like this would be cool. btw, got my Bambino during the big one week sale. I'm loving it. Want a Junkers or Zeppelin next. I'll keep watching

  • @eduardsiger1860
    @eduardsiger1860 7 лет назад +6

    At first wearing a watch was a little weird, now I always need a watch from sleeping to in the shower

  • @danielt.9154
    @danielt.9154 3 года назад

    I can only assume why the Marathon Dive watches are that expensive: The 'Defense Contractor Tax' thing

  • @256k_
    @256k_ 5 лет назад

    that's funny about the dominant wrist being a bit thicker than the non dominant! for me it's the opposite, i'm left handed too but i always wear my watch on the left hand (on the dominant) and sometimes i try to wear a watch on my right wrist and ifind i always have to jump a notch bigger on the wrist holes.... perhaps it's because i have quite the protruding num at the edge of my wrist (can someone explain that num to me? i know it's part of the bones but it's quite tall compared to my left hand)

  • @Technodobrasil2023
    @Technodobrasil2023 6 лет назад

    Hi Mark, I am looking for a watch with the annual date (Month, day, date) with also the second time zone. That it has a clear reading. Suggest me someone good with acceptable cost.

  • @NickTrop
    @NickTrop 4 года назад

    I knew a cat who wore two watches. Not weird by today's standards. He just loved watches. Gotta love Orient.

  • @shmendrik213
    @shmendrik213 7 лет назад +3

    The Orient is awesome! Looks a lot like the Sinn 103 pilot watches.

    • @islandwatch
      @islandwatch  7 лет назад +1

      It is a stunner.

    • @VamsiMohanKrishnaVadrevu
      @VamsiMohanKrishnaVadrevu 7 лет назад

      shmendrik213 if I had the money I'd buy Sinn 103 ST SA. but since I don't... the next best thing is this orient Captain... ordered it yesterday... arriving today...a bit concerned about it's 45mm case though... my wrist is approximately 7 inches (a few mm less)... hopefully it doesn't look like I've worn my dad's watch like a kid

    • @TuanLe-kv3sc
      @TuanLe-kv3sc 7 лет назад

      +Vamsi Mohan Krishna Vadrevu where did you buy it? (Amazon, ebay ...??)

    • @VamsiMohanKrishnaVadrevu
      @VamsiMohanKrishnaVadrevu 7 лет назад

      Tuan Le I got the watch from orient India website www.orientwatch.in/product/captain-stt11004b0/ It's run by official dealers and distributors (jethmalani Jewelers)... I got it when it was in an offer for around 140 USD.

  • @dann904
    @dann904 6 лет назад

    Okay, Marc, I've got you figured out. As you present your videos, you discuss the things I really like - this gets me to buy more watches! Man, oh, man, I'm never satisfied; this is horological addiction! I need help!

  • @jewel8295
    @jewel8295 7 лет назад

    I like your videos . Very informative . From the Philippines

  • @yifankai27
    @yifankai27 4 года назад

    what's the watch that you were wearing on your right hand at beginning of the video? Thanks

  • @aharon613
    @aharon613 7 лет назад

    The branded gloves are genius. Keep it up, Marc.

  • @lionheart6960
    @lionheart6960 3 года назад

    Such a great channel, love it

  • @wademullis7377
    @wademullis7377 4 года назад

    I like silver and gold colored dress watches.

  • @user-lb3ql2uu1q
    @user-lb3ql2uu1q 7 лет назад +1

    many thanks for the choices

  • @vilmosvalet6616
    @vilmosvalet6616 6 лет назад

    So what makes the automatic Zeppelin 4 times more expensive than the quartz? Is it the movement only or is there an actual difference in the quality of the materials? dial, strap etc?

  • @XardaZ0ly
    @XardaZ0ly 2 года назад

    Hey guys, man do I love these vintage-looking, yellow colored watches with domed cases!
    I'd really appreciate any suggestion of similar looking brands and models, in the below 500euro price range.
    For now all I'm finding are Orient Bambinos, and these Zeppelin. But I'd love to know a wider variety.
    Thanks in advance!

  • @MB-if1os
    @MB-if1os 3 года назад

    Hey mate - interesting watch channel - congrats from Australia. What are your thoughts on progressive US brands - I have a Shinola but interested in your thoughts on others.

  • @zealotbat
    @zealotbat 4 года назад

    I really appreciate your video......thank you.

  • @1geckobros63
    @1geckobros63 7 лет назад

    excellent and interesting choices, low budget with the feeling of very special watches

  • @commandZee
    @commandZee 7 лет назад

    Nice Marc! Those badboys are BIG! Orient also has a quartz chrono reminiscent of those sweet Zepplins.

    • @islandwatch
      @islandwatch  7 лет назад

      They sure are, glad you liked!

  • @maxlol0
    @maxlol0 6 лет назад

    if i want to buy quartz, i only gets the digital type with no moving parts. no servicing needed. usually much more functions than analog quartz too.

  • @walterhill4506
    @walterhill4506 7 лет назад +1

    Love the channel. Just a question though. You mentioned the Orient sun sand moon in blue at the beginning which is beautiful. I raced to your web sight and there it is on the very top of your page. OUT OF STOCK? When is it coming back?

  • @FrankCastle-he8fl
    @FrankCastle-he8fl 7 лет назад +4

    when the sun and moon comes back in stock let me know I'll buy one maybe two

  • @manoman0
    @manoman0 7 лет назад +1

    I love those Zeppelin watches.

    • @islandwatch
      @islandwatch  7 лет назад

      They are gorgeous. And the cases are very detailed.

    • @manoman0
      @manoman0 7 лет назад

      I visited the Zeppelin museum in Germany, Friedrichshafen this may, they displayed them (for sale of course).

  • @Dave062YT
    @Dave062YT 4 года назад

    Great options

  • @robertstitt9943
    @robertstitt9943 4 года назад

    I'm loving the simplicity of the Tauchmeister AND the blasted case. Any chance that you can get it on a bracelet?

  • @santoshsharma483
    @santoshsharma483 3 года назад

    What's the name of that Shadow military automatic watch again?

  • @lougaru2445
    @lougaru2445 4 года назад

    Thank you Marc

  • @afrog2666
    @afrog2666 6 лет назад

    That shadow is a leftie watch, can`t have it on your left hand and adjust it lol, but it looks real nice IMO..

  • @vegasaxeman
    @vegasaxeman 7 лет назад +2

    Marc, Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge! As always, very useful, informative, interesting, and entertaining! You're a good man...
    God bless and take care...

    • @islandwatch
      @islandwatch  7 лет назад +1

      Thanks for watching, as usual.

    • @vegasaxeman
      @vegasaxeman 7 лет назад

      + Long Island Watch Marc, You're very welcome, but it's my pleasure!

    • @richardlord8294
      @richardlord8294 7 лет назад

      vegasaxeman and

  • @crithoskins
    @crithoskins 7 лет назад

    Great watches and fantastic channel! Thank you!

  • @princeofpenangisland
    @princeofpenangisland 4 года назад

    I bought this zeppelin model. Beautiful dial for the price and beautiful dome crystal. Love it. BUT this watch is not reliable. The case feel cheap. It often stop by itself. I have to knock a bit to make it move again. Now, it cant move at all. Good watch cosmetically yes, good watch no.

  • @gabiedubin
    @gabiedubin 6 лет назад

    man that automatic mechanism is cool af

  • @karo3529
    @karo3529 6 лет назад +1

    I'm right handed but wear my watch on my right hand.

  • @sbsb4995
    @sbsb4995 6 лет назад +2

    If the Orient's has got a day reading, I would want it. No day, no go for me.

    • @fuckingpresident4126
      @fuckingpresident4126 5 лет назад

      Sb Sb Then you can go for Seiko, most models have day and date both.

  • @danielmagnante2912
    @danielmagnante2912 6 лет назад

    Mark your shows are great thank you I’m courious who repairs a grey market watch a

  • @krzysztofhadala9126
    @krzysztofhadala9126 5 лет назад

    It was OK. What was the name of the third and fourth watch? First it was zeppelin , orient, marathon and? Names of watches should be highlighted in subtitles. Thank you. Awaiting a response

  • @mattmitchell8616
    @mattmitchell8616 4 года назад

    That Zeppelin is very nice!!!!

  • @ignisnatura1067
    @ignisnatura1067 2 года назад

    Is a shame, the orient has battery and mineral cristal.. I prefer automatic movement.. the Marathon is automatic and saphiro cristal but $3,970 usd of difference instead Orient model.

  • @tskwared667
    @tskwared667 6 лет назад +1

    I'd like to see a budget option for the Sinn 104 St Sa

  • @TehHellequin
    @TehHellequin 6 лет назад

    Long Island Watch - if the zeppelin says 50m water resistance, what's the reason that I can't take it swimming? It's definitely not going deeper than a single meter. I'm unfamiliar with water resistance as a rating in general, so if it doesn't mean 'it can resist water to this depth' then what's the designation for?

    • @islandwatch
      @islandwatch  6 лет назад

      Check out Watch and Learn #5 and #6 please!

  • @rafaelrosario9944
    @rafaelrosario9944 4 года назад

    Where can I get the orient captain?