F Respects Well styling is pretty subjective. But the Aqua Terra has horizontal lines which is the same design language as the Patek Philippe Nautilus. So to each his own but to my eye the AT looks pretty classy
I agree. I think the Railmaster is a great Explorer I and Milgauss competitor, while the Aqua Terra and Globemaster are better Datejust competition. The AT 41mm is my personal choice.
Nice line up - I like the Railmaster but this one with brushed blue on the dial is the nicest I've seen so far. Never seen that VC before either, it's very attractive for a VC but very similar to the JLC Master Control - and given the price, I'd go JLC.
I just saw the Vacheron with the blue dial at a local AD. It is breathtaking, and the level of detail and finish leaves the others in the dust. I find myself flinching at calling a $10K watch "value" but with that build, refined movement, and a pedigree going back to 1775 while also being fairly available it's hard to overlook and it just may find a home in my collection... proudly.
The Railmaster is nice & all, but you've missed the most obvious alternative, the one I own: the Constellation Globemaster. I had not given it much thought until seeing under glass next to an Aqua Terra Annual and below a slew of SMP300's. Once in hand, the bracelet & bezel sang like no other Omega. Or Rolex.
I was in exactly the same spot and tried many watches, including the omega and the iwc. However both did not win me over entirely. Finally i ended up with the perfect alternative from also my favorite watch brand: the Zenith El Primero Espada with the silver sunburst dial. I am absolutely in love with it and find myself not having thought about the DJ ever since.
That's a great looking watch on its own terms, and the sunburst effect even looks somewhat like the DJ's fluted bezel, which makes it a better alternative than any of the ones in this video!
This Breitling is the most beautiful I have ever seen from the brand. But the magnificent Vc. wins this battle for me. Although Omega is my favourite brand, this model is not, i'am afraid. So, yes, the VC I choose.
IWC Ingeniuer 2017 model. Though, it’s not popular, but it is interesting watch at closer look. Sad that this watch has a very regular caliber, but design is great by it’s simplicity and little details.
Grant C as you begin your journey into this hobby don’t get caught buying too many cheap watches. Get a seiko and then stop, save money, save money, save. And then graduate into a higher quality watch. I still love my seiko 5 and samurai but those watches are what they are, they don’t come close to the euphoria one gets with a higher end watch. Go try one as many higher end watches you can, you will understand. Have fun!
Lucky Strike I would say its like when Honda made NSX, still Honda, but ultimate supercar. Yea its still Honda, but you know, it has nothing to do with Civic. Anyway, you either love GS or love it. Im not hating people for buying Rolex, which has basically all the fame because of huge marketing and first waterproof case, something what Rolex owners probably don’t even know
That breitling does absolutely nothing for me. I know taste is subjective but come on, I find it hard to believe it sells well enough to stay in production - wrong size, date window too inwards due to eta movement, uninspired design etc. To each their own though
I wish Rolex would get rid of their weird, watermark-esque chapter rings. I look at a watch to read the time. Not to read "ROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEX..."
@@nomansland120 The letters aren't small or all that subtle. But, to be fair, I am probably overly conscious of branding. I also think car logos have gotten too large over the years.
The 39mm Rolex Oyster Perpetual as depicted is simple, elegant, & sporty. A gorgeous watch that will stand the test of time with its rugged reliability.
I just picked up that piece for my birthday and it is utterly fantastic. The way it plays with the light between all the edges and lines of the case is immensely beautiful.
@@paolo7688 I went for the blue, and some day I might regret it when every damn watch in my collection is blue, but until that day comes I absolutely love it. The other varieties are all differing measures of austere, but the blue gives it a smart casual flair that helps when you want to dress it down. The dial is flat, rather than being patterned in any way, but this helps with the legibility and isn’t a big problem IMO. Overall, I have to recommend it 100%. Super classy, excellent case design, sits perfectly on the wrist, and goes with just about anything. Having 5 Maltese crosses on your wrist at one time really doesn’t hurt either 😊
Look up the definition of the word "alternative", an alternative to something is always going to be different from that thing because the same thing as that thing isn't an alternative is it.
Railmaster, although a great piece, is far too casual to be compared to the DJ. I’d put one of the dressier aqua Terra models in this list instead. Also, Grand Seiko is nailing the casual dressy hybrid with almost every one of their watches in the 44gs case, that would be one to topple the DJ.
I thought it was good that you compared with examples that varied. No date. More expensive. Different size. I think you were trying to address the underlying motivation of some generic Datejust purchaser, and seeing if there was a possibility of redirecting them to something nominally out of the box, but ultimately somewhat still in it. Nice. The VC in the end won the prize.
To me has to be the Constantin but as I haven’t got there just yet. I bought the omega Railmaster (denim), an amazing watch for the money, an understated piece and I love it!
I thought of getting a datejust as my first high end watch but bought the Longines master day date 38.5mm instead. I have had the watch for a litte over a year now and i am so happy with my choice! Absolutly beautiful on a brown leather strap!
Love my datejust 41 in white gold. It’s my daily watch. I also have a JLC Master Ultra thin, which is a little bit dressier, but still a good comparison. The JLC has a moon-phase that the Rolex doesn’t offer and in stainless for about the same price.
@ubu 9- For example? It offers a long-term guarantee on products, has good accuracy, a large power reserve, uses better materials, has good liquidity in the secondary market, is also in great demand, and also affordable price-quality ratio ???
Another comparison would be the Omega Constellation Globemaster Co-Axial Master Chronometer series, which were the first timepieces to have Master Chronometer certification and the 8900 calibre. That series is, like the Railmaster, 15,000 Gauss anti-magnetic, and 100m water resistant. I'm an owner of the stainless steel/tungsten bezel with blue dial, and it's certainly a Datejust competitor and can compete against the other watches featured, but of course the VC has superior hand finishing and haute pedigree. The Globemaster even has the original styled, but modern reissued, coin-edge flutted bezel that Omega first pioneered to market, before Rolex created their own version for the Datejust. Both are awesome watches, but I prefer the technicalities of the Omega, and I also have a nice sapphire display caseback too. I'm glad Omega are extending their Master Chronometer calibres to many more watches in Omega's catalogue, including recently the Speedmaster and Seamaster series!
Fantastic video as always. Really well thought out alternatives to the Date-Just. I like all the watches you selected, but the Vacheron is by far the best. Obviously the most expensive, but dang is that thing slick. It could easily be a one and only every day watch or part of a collection.
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Oh boy, that VC is magnificent!
I'm a big fan of Omega, and love the Railmaster. But if I'm pitching against the Datejust, I'd have chosen an Aqua Terra.
Yes.....
Or even a Globemaster.
I think the Globemaster is a great competitor to the fluted DJ, and the AT more of the comp for the smooth bezel DJ
Can't believe this guy just compare a VC to a DJ. VC is on another level
I like the comparison of watch's and cars.
R8 is the omega sea master of cars
The VC 56 looks far better than any Rolex, simple stylish and elegant.
"...those who find the Cyclops magnifying window akin to a pustule..." OMG, I can't stop laughing!
Was laughing right with you. I just landed a GMT love the watch but that Cyclopes is really horrid.
I can’t stop barfing 🤮
Personally, I think the Tudor "1926" in either the 41 mm or 39 mm fits the bill perfectly.
OK, so you end up with catching the seconds between the transition of the watches !?!!! SUPERB detail !! ;)
That Vacheron is irresistible!
I feel the 41mm Omega Aqua Terra 2017 is the Omega contender, not the Railmaster which lacks the date window
morvin shah I’d gladly take an aqua terra over a DJ everyday.
F Respects Well styling is pretty subjective. But the Aqua Terra has horizontal lines which is the same design language as the Patek Philippe Nautilus. So to each his own but to my eye the AT looks pretty classy
I agree. I think the Railmaster is a great Explorer I and Milgauss competitor, while the Aqua Terra and Globemaster are better Datejust competition.
The AT 41mm is my personal choice.
@@gpearce11 Agreed- I love my Railmaster but it just doesn't make sense for a Datejust comparison.
No omega is contender, omega is crap.
Never thought I'd be able to afford a Vacheron Constantin. I still can't, but maybe if I go live in a box for a year I'll be able to get this one!
Nice line up - I like the Railmaster but this one with brushed blue on the dial is the nicest I've seen so far. Never seen that VC before either, it's very attractive for a VC but very similar to the JLC Master Control - and given the price, I'd go JLC.
VC Fifty Six has just won my heart
Loved the pustule comparison and this little pearl too: "offers gold as it's most inferior metal". Lol. Just fantastic.
How much do you think it cost in South Africa , Martin the railmaster. 🌝
I just saw the Vacheron with the blue dial at a local AD. It is breathtaking, and the level of detail and finish leaves the others in the dust. I find myself flinching at calling a $10K watch "value" but with that build, refined movement, and a pedigree going back to 1775 while also being fairly available it's hard to overlook and it just may find a home in my collection... proudly.
I’m buying it this month. What do you think?
@@lucentics how's it?
I go with a Chopard Alpine Eagle . Really love it’s dial and the overall finish.
The Railmaster is nice & all, but you've missed the most obvious alternative, the one I own: the Constellation Globemaster. I had not given it much thought until seeing under glass next to an Aqua Terra Annual and below a slew of SMP300's. Once in hand, the bracelet & bezel sang like no other Omega. Or Rolex.
I just got the VC. Waiting for it to be delivered. Can’t wait.
in silver or in blue ? and what is your experience with you VC ?
I was in exactly the same spot and tried many watches, including the omega and the iwc. However both did not win me over entirely. Finally i ended up with the perfect alternative from also my favorite watch brand: the Zenith El Primero Espada with the silver sunburst dial.
I am absolutely in love with it and find myself not having thought about the DJ ever since.
That's a great looking watch on its own terms, and the sunburst effect even looks somewhat like the DJ's fluted bezel, which makes it a better alternative than any of the ones in this video!
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The VC Fiftysix is the star of the video! 😊👍
this guy waxes lyrical
Seiko baby snowflake! It l give you a run for your money!
This Breitling is the most beautiful I have ever seen from the brand. But the magnificent Vc. wins this battle for me. Although Omega is my favourite brand, this model is not, i'am afraid. So, yes, the VC I choose.
The Rolex Oyster Perpetual, would be my choice...Simply lovely.
The IWC movement and inner case looked a tad dirty. I daresay the old girl needs a service.
Please put some originality into your videos. Tedward Bulbasarre already released this video and it was PURECLASS
Sam Osborne as if his videos could compare in the slightest... gave me a good chuckle
That breitling is horrible
Teddy Baldassarre uploaded same video before 1day, nice copy boi
Teddy is not even the nail on the small toe of watchfinder
@@zoidberg1437 he is not but still he upload exactly same video 1day after teddy did. Kinda sad.
@@lolo-ws1jo QQ
@@filipveran2705 fan boy kids lol
The DateJust and the Vacheron fiftysix own this genre of watches.
I'd rather have the new movato because rappers like them.
Chronographs for me please.
The IWC is amazing no lie but that VC is beautiful
V.C is a beauty!
I’m really digging that VC.
I thought the Ball Engineer III
Pioneer in 904L would have made an entry,
IWC Ingeniuer 2017 model. Though, it’s not popular, but it is interesting watch at closer look. Sad that this watch has a very regular caliber, but design is great by it’s simplicity and little details.
I'm only 21 years old, and don't have much money to spend on watches, so my favorite sub $500 alternative is the Seiko SARB035 or SARB033
Grant C as you begin your journey into this hobby don’t get caught buying too many cheap watches. Get a seiko and then stop, save money, save money, save. And then graduate into a higher quality watch. I still love my seiko 5 and samurai but those watches are what they are, they don’t come close to the euphoria one gets with a higher end watch. Go try one as many higher end watches you can, you will understand. Have fun!
You’ve opened up my eyes!
Ball watch’s Marvelight 40mm with in house 7309 movement. 80 hours. COSC
Amazingly, I received a Datejust as a gift last year. -- now I'm thinking I should sell it
Don’t ever ever sell a Rolex unless you’re strapped for cash
Good heavens, what would you say to the gift-giver? 'Sorry, I was in a pinch?'
What about Grand Seiko?
No. It's just a Seiko.
@@ultimaetsolder If so, then that is a good thing.
@@ultimaetsolder Your ignorance is showing.
I’d pick a snowflake over all of these. Even over VC
Lucky Strike I would say its like when Honda made NSX, still Honda, but ultimate supercar. Yea its still Honda, but you know, it has nothing to do with Civic. Anyway, you either love GS or love it. Im not hating people for buying Rolex, which has basically all the fame because of huge marketing and first waterproof case, something what Rolex owners probably don’t even know
I'd have the vacheron constantin 56 rather than all the others put together!
Instead of the Railmaster, I'll put the Omega Globemaster.
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Awesome as always ! Please do a review of the JLC Amvox 1 Aston Martin ( Green )
Like if no one cares about the 540c
Very strange to see Railmaster as alternative to DateJust. Why not the Globemaster with date and fluted bezel?
Anyone else craving duck à l'orange after watching this video?
That breitling does absolutely nothing for me. I know taste is subjective but come on, I find it hard to believe it sells well enough to stay in production - wrong size, date window too inwards due to eta movement, uninspired design etc. To each their own though
Carfinder&Co. Carfection's oncoming worthy competitor
I wish Rolex would get rid of their weird, watermark-esque chapter rings. I look at a watch to read the time. Not to read "ROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEX..."
Do you walk around with 100x magnifiers on your eyes on a daily basis??
@@nomansland120 The letters aren't small or all that subtle. But, to be fair, I am probably overly conscious of branding. I also think car logos have gotten too large over the years.
@@chrisbluma7942 I never notice the rehaut engraving unless I purposely try and look at it and then I'm just happy it's there. Looks fantastic.
The hands on the Breitling are taken straight off a JLC Geophysique...
What about a Jaeger-LeCoultre master or a Polaris? Isn’t that in the same price range and a true contender against the VC and whops the rest
If I had to choose which watch to end my video with... a JLC or a VC in the same price bracket, the VC is an easy choice.
Jlc is badass, much classier than rolex etc
@@fredriksvard2603 classier but much worse in terms of engineering and the quality
@@andyreiter6253 There is a reason JLC is considered the Watchmakers watchmaker, fabulous quality, and IMO simply classic, which is totally my style
This guys voice just goes right through me. Posh, camp, whispery, lisping twat.
Would stick with my Seiko SRPB41. Maybe go for a SARX055. Definitely would rather a Grand Seiko then any featured in the video.
Wow...the latest datejust really wipes the floor with all of them.
The 39mm Rolex Oyster Perpetual as depicted is simple, elegant, & sporty. A gorgeous watch that will stand the test of time with its rugged reliability.
Absolutely. I have the OP39 Rhodium, and love it. Perfect for every occasion.
I tried the OP 39 in white on today...I must say it was really nice. Would be my pick.
They’re more or less unavailable, though...
Thomas Moll Worth the wait though. Shop around. Best regards.
@@thomasmoll8822 Didn't realise they were currently hard to get! Definitely worth the search and the wait, as Lester says.
There is NO other options!
Teddy's and watchfinder's video on the same date, on the same subject
Teddy's recommendations are even more affordable, although I do like to watch Watchfinder's video since it makes me feel wealthy :P
Difference being watchfinder have actually handled the watches they’re talking about.
@@Redonepunch Bulbasaur is really good at Googling watches and selling drop shipped straps.
@@Mister_Phafanapolis But Bulbasaur´s real hability is to copy material by googling it or watching it from other youtubers/channels
You mention him on this channel and as a similar joy? I am lost........
That VC looks great!.
Too bad the Railmaster does not have a micro adjustment clasp. I hate that
Stick with my datejust thank you
Like the IWC. A throwback to their great watches of the 50s and 60s.
The fifty six with the blue dial is just killing the rest. Amazing piece!!
yoad hakim I was born in 1956 and blue is my favourite colour sounds like my next birthday present has hit my radar.
Not just the blue dial...The 56 is masterful elegant and so moving watch...True underrated masterpiece.
I just picked up that piece for my birthday and it is utterly fantastic. The way it plays with the light between all the edges and lines of the case is immensely beautiful.
@@andrewnibbi I'm saving for one, did you get the blue or silver?
@@paolo7688 I went for the blue, and some day I might regret it when every damn watch in my collection is blue, but until that day comes I absolutely love it. The other varieties are all differing measures of austere, but the blue gives it a smart casual flair that helps when you want to dress it down. The dial is flat, rather than being patterned in any way, but this helps with the legibility and isn’t a big problem IMO. Overall, I have to recommend it 100%. Super classy, excellent case design, sits perfectly on the wrist, and goes with just about anything. Having 5 Maltese crosses on your wrist at one time really doesn’t hurt either 😊
The intro gave me goosebumps
Why is there no info covering how to best service battery acid in time piece? Would you cover that subject or provide a good source. Thanks
How is a watch without a date function an alternative to a datejust
Look up the definition of the word "alternative", an alternative to something is always going to be different from that thing because the same thing as that thing isn't an alternative is it.
I agree. Someone looking for an alternative to a datejust is most likely going to be looking for another watch with a date function on it.
jimmyf1312 true!
ALTERNATIVE, what are you missing?
Omega Globemaster? Wouldn't that be the closest comp?
Last year they did a comparison m.ruclips.net/video/7UujLYCPZng/видео.html
@@Amiralbahrami yep, good video that
Seiko 5 Day Date with fluted bezel
Also has the magic lever like the IWC lol
Opinion or advice please, I'm into bronze watches now should i go for the Tudor Bronze Slate Grey or the MontBlanc Bronze Geosphere ? Thank you!
Elegantly written, elegantly delivered. Fantastic, thank you.
Does that white Vacheron fifty six come on the steel bracelet like the blue dial does?
This video is so relevant to today. I watched it when it came out and I just watched it again just now and it makes even more sense.
Railmaster, although a great piece, is far too casual to be compared to the DJ. I’d put one of the dressier aqua Terra models in this list instead. Also, Grand Seiko is nailing the casual dressy hybrid with almost every one of their watches in the 44gs case, that would be one to topple the DJ.
"cyclops magnifying window akin to a pustule" so funny and true for me. Let's go with the Grand Seiko SBGA201 as a great alternative.
Amazing comparisons ! nice alternatives ... thanks a lot !! vacheron movement is so beautiful !!
That VC56!!! Love it :)
I thought it was good that you compared with examples that varied. No date. More expensive. Different size. I think you were trying to address the underlying motivation of some generic Datejust purchaser, and seeing if there was a possibility of redirecting them to something nominally out of the box, but ultimately somewhat still in it. Nice. The VC in the end won the prize.
To me has to be the Constantin but as I haven’t got there just yet. I bought the omega Railmaster (denim), an amazing watch for the money, an understated piece and I love it!
What an excellent presentation. Thank you.
I thought of getting a datejust as my first high end watch but bought the Longines master day date 38.5mm instead. I have had the watch for a litte over a year now and i am so happy with my choice! Absolutly beautiful on a brown leather strap!
By far the best quality watch videos on RUclips.
These are all amazing watches, but what about Nomos? A club datum would be a good choice.
Love my datejust 41 in white gold. It’s my daily watch. I also have a JLC Master Ultra thin, which is a little bit dressier, but still a good comparison. The JLC has a moon-phase that the Rolex doesn’t offer and in stainless for about the same price.
Railmaster? Omega Aqua Terra is the top contender to the Datejust.
I think - Vacheron Constantin,it's a good alternative a Rolex "daytejust" watch!That a perfect and cool looking on the hand!
@ubu 9- For example? It offers a long-term guarantee on products, has good accuracy, a large power reserve, uses better materials, has good liquidity in the secondary market, is also in great demand, and also affordable price-quality ratio ???
@ubu 9- you can't agrue with you!))
At 8:23 there is a flaw inside the O of the VC, from a 10K dollar watch ?
@ 5:02 ...’cyclops akin to a pustule’ 😂 I love the cyclops stop knocking it 😂
Another comparison would be the Omega Constellation Globemaster Co-Axial Master Chronometer series, which were the first timepieces to have Master Chronometer certification and the 8900 calibre.
That series is, like the Railmaster, 15,000 Gauss anti-magnetic, and 100m water resistant.
I'm an owner of the stainless steel/tungsten bezel with blue dial, and it's certainly a Datejust competitor and can compete against the other watches featured, but of course the VC has superior hand finishing and haute pedigree.
The Globemaster even has the original styled, but modern reissued, coin-edge flutted bezel that Omega first pioneered to market, before Rolex created their own version for the Datejust.
Both are awesome watches, but I prefer the technicalities of the Omega, and I also have a nice sapphire display caseback too.
I'm glad Omega are extending their Master Chronometer calibres to many more watches in Omega's catalogue, including recently the Speedmaster and Seamaster series!
Fantastic video as always. Really well thought out alternatives to the Date-Just. I like all the watches you selected, but the Vacheron is by far the best. Obviously the most expensive, but dang is that thing slick. It could easily be a one and only every day watch or part of a collection.
Very well done video
Can you do a explorer ii?
He has talked about the Explorer and Explorer II in this video: ruclips.net/video/3oLxLZ-q49s/видео.html
Excellent reviews. The 36mm DateJust however still seems to occupy an unassailable place, all its own 😊
Hey why no mention of the seconda chronograph sports watch ??
I need the key of Rolex watch where I get the the plz reply
Hello again from Sweden.
Those are all butiful watches.
My first choice would be the Omega.
VC as a close second and the Breitling as a casual wearer.
Good afternoon sir can you do the titoni watch review please thanks
Man alive,that VC 56 is a stunner!
I might throw a couple of the latest Grand Seikos into the mix here maybe? The SLGH003G or SLHG005 perhaps?
Great content!
what is the model number of the IWC at 5.56. Thanks