Is This Baltany's Best Watch? Full Review.
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- Опубликовано: 30 май 2024
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Today we are looking at a stunning watch release from Baltany Watches that I missed the first time around.
Sometimes fate plays its hand and you get an unexpected second chance...and I am glad I took it.
Today I review what I think to be one of Baltany's best watches, if not the best.
It's just not a watch I would normally be interested in but, suffice to say, its in my collection now.
The watch is the Baltany S204046 1921 which has a Seagull ST1700 manual winding mechanical movement.
The S204046 can also be had in automatic form with the Seagull ST1701 for the same price.
In the June sale on AliExpress the watch can be bought for only £117!
That is just incredible. Enough said. Please watch the review :)
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I think it is brilliant. I’ve been so impressed by the quality and have really enjoyed having it in my collection
Thanks for this video, John, and all the videos. Always enjoy them and find them so helpful. I got this Baltany and your review is spot on. An absolutely incredible watch. So much fun to wear. It’s not a daily driver for me but when it’s on the wrist it’s a joy. And thanks for the comment about Baltany’s crystals. Having one in hand they really are special.
I already have a Baltany 1926 gold accent version in automatic which i purchased for my 60th. The 1921 with the blued second hand ,cream dial and those silver hands shaped to perfection are for me. And to conclude their presentation with a leather travel pouch makes it a brilliant present. I am obviously a Baltany fan...and little wonder .
Thank you for great review. I am glad finally someone did review a manual version. Some point in the future I would like to add this to my collection.
You won't regret it 😉
Only came across this watch very recently, thought id look up some reviews to see if its as good as it looks. Great review, super helpful. Thanks a mill!
Thanks for watching. Glad you got something from it. Remember to subscribe as I will be back soon 🤗
Very nice little watch.
Great review 👍 . I love my 1921, I spent more on the centre seconds Miyota 9039 version with sapphire display back. I wear mine inside the left wrist and find the angled dial just right when looking down. Hand winding is a little awkward, so I'm quite glad I chose the auto. The case and dial quality is superb and the hands are much better than any other sub £1000 watch that I have seen.
Nice Duncan. I passed this up first time around as I wasn't sure but it's just gorgeous.
I like this watch channel more than any other. John is a calming presence.
I have a Baltany 1926 since last Christmas with the 1701 auto. No hack and small seconds. Soft and thin and the classic size. Like a lozenge. It was a gift and that's why I wear it every day even tho the champagne dial is tough on my eyes. When I do look at it every other day the time is off by hours. I think it cost around $185. So...
On my other wrist is a $38 (sale) unbranded 39mm NH35 flieger from Tandorio. Runs flawlessly within a few seconds a day. Shockingly accurate. So....
John reviewing the watch I’m thinking about. Sweet!
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The more i see this piece the more i like it & i think i'd definitely go hand winder for this as a dresser . Looked quite nice on the mesh too .
I totally agree!
What a beauty. Beautiful watch that takes inspiration from my favourite watch brand.
This would be my only hope of owning something that takes inspiration from VC.
Great review.
Thank you and glad you liked it 😊
Damn it! Birthday coming up....was eyeing up the vario trench watch.....then I see this at a fraction of the price ...the agony of choice!!! Great review lovely watch. I really like the ergonomics of the offset dial, doing a fair bit of driving and even more working on the keyboard. have the watch dial line up with eye line with arms extended is really useful .....makes having to bend you elbow to read the time seems like a massive waste of energy 😀
My thoughts exactly...any excuse 😏
You need to invest in a tractor or vintage race car with a huge steering wheel now, so you can utilize the watch upside down. Jokes aside, I might need to grab this one in the upcoming sale.
Also, so happy to hear that you got the Baltany sent to you from a store and i hope others will follow. It would be super nice if Seagull could send in some of their divers, since they are a bit on the pricier side, but look really tasty. Also their Gigididi watches have popped up on my radar, now that they are not writing the brand name on the dial and use a logo instead.
Yeah I had. Gigididi sent to me before and the video just died. The channel is doing well now with many brands subsidising purchases or sending watches for review. You'd be surprised who won't send a watch after contacting me when I tell them it will be properly reviewed, saying that other channels don't do that. I'm happy that I am giving every watch the same treatment. Integrity is everything and it's something that seems to be easily sold these days :(
I really like the case and dial and I wish they had made a version with the crown positioned at 3 o'clock like standard watches.
I think the supplied strap makes the most beautiful combination...
I must confess that I was so so about it when I first saw it, but I find myself liking it more every time I go back to it....
I'm glad I got a chance to see it. The finishing is the best I have seen on many a watch and that Sandy texture is something else :)
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I really like it. The hardening coating is a great feature. The applied markers are a nice touch as well, as opposed to the VC that only has printed numerals. To my eye, the supplied brown strap goes well with the watch as it adds some warmth.
I'm really taken with Alexander :)
Great Review my Brother, my Kids are getting me this Watch 4 Fathers Day,Cant wait 2 get it.
Cool ... enjoy 🤗
@@johnswatchjoint Thank You my Brother,Keep the Great Reviews Coming.
I’ve got this one in salmon color dial, I really love it!
Good choice!
Your watch is great value. I finally just ordered my first Baltany S4030 during the Ali sale. A completely different vibe than your watch but interested generally in the brand.
Nice 🙂
I think I’m like a lot of other people. I thought the watch wasn’t for me, but I’m starting to like it more and more. And I do have a long ass daily commute…🤔 Thanks as always!
It's a watch that slowly draws you in....
@@johnswatchjoint Brother. What are you doing up? I know there’s an AliExpress Sale going on but still…😅
I've got the automatic. When worn on the inside of the wrist, I never lose track of the time during banjo practice.
@@DrRoger-rl1uc Ukulele, guitar, banjo, my eyes are always happy. Wish I could say the same for my ears.
Looks great, got one in my cart
Nice one David ☺️
Question. On the site I don't see anything about the hardness coating. Am I missing it somewhere on the listing? Awesome review as always!!!
The information is on Baltany"s own technical specs :)
I absolutely love this watch, but they should release in the 36mm size, that Vacheron offers as well. Due to the case being square it wears a lot bigger, than a dress watch should in my opinion
I agree but I find the short l2l agreeable on my small wrist :)
It doesn't wear too big at all on your wrist (I've got the same size), just too big for my dress watch taste if that makes sense, which is a bummer as I'd love to add this watch to the collection. Instead I'll be picking up the Baltany 1926. Might be worth a review :)
I had the 1926 and unfortunately no one seemed interested. A shame as it was lovely
Hey John, I want to let you know that I really appreciate your passion and your depth of knowledge. I think you should be writing articles for GQ! But for the everyday commoner. I don't have the kinda cash where high-end watches match my high-end sports car. So it seems that we can rub elbows. Anyway, thank you! I wish you great success in all that you do...
Thanks buddy 🙏
It's definitely not your fault. Just believe in yourself, and you'll reach that goal!
Thank you.
Number 1 watch reviewer, as you mention. The watch is down side up. wrist on the dial.😍 Beautiful dial.
How does it look for us lefties? It's a gorgeous watch, I'm thinking about it. Btw, good to see your face. Maybe use better lighting on you, just like you do for your watches. 😁
I'm not used to the face on RUclips yet so still trying to set things up. My apologies. Didn't think you'd really want to see my mug haha!
I do hope it's NOT "Baltany's best watch", it's hideous IMO. I wouldn't wear it if it was free, but there are more than enough other options to choose on Ali, thankfully.
I get this. I wanted to like this, but i just don't like it at all.