Trying to do my best. I faced the same issue of not getting proper information when I was searching so thought for any new comers something like this can save a lot of time.
Sir, you are truly genuine and helpful. Your research is detailed. You genuinely want to help so that one is cautious and ready and we get a good item . Thank you so much.
I got a HMT Janata yellow dial from Etsy and absolutely loves it. Bought 2 more HMTs after that. HMT vintage hand winders are hidden treasurers of the watch world.
this video is obvisiously very helpful but can you make another detailed guide on how to buy used/old watches starting from 1000-1500 range? Places to buy it from, what things to keep in mind etc. Like me many youngsters want to build a decent watch collection but are hesitant to spend 7-8k on an automatic. I feel like you making a video will help many including me, to both appreciate the history behind the piece and also add a new watch to the collection.
Very nice video and very good information sir iam a great fan of hmt watches i have 6 hmt watches at home my whole family is a hmt brand fan they all wore only hmt watches still working condition no complaints
Bhaiya, I'm getting a 2022 unused new HMT janata for 5000. Should I buy it? The seller told me that it was priced at 4750 when it was on sale. Kindly reply.
Hmm, depends on the model and if they have box and papers. The quality of hmt watches is not the best so personally i would not like to spend more than 3k.
Hello Sir, I have one question what if it says "Modified Hmt kohinoor hand winding watch, exhibition case back, hmt 17j movement, new after market dial repainted to Tiffany blue" should I buy this, will it be worth it? if the watch Description has "REPAINTED" should I buy that will it be worth it [FROM OPTION 2 WEBSITE]
Modified/Repainted etc are also called aftermarket. For me i try to buy a fully original one if possible but i have one or two modified ones too if the designs are good. But for modified try to spend as little as possible. Sometimes the original ones are in bad condition so people get a new aftermarket dial or repaint it.
Its mostly experience to be honest and even then not an exact science. There is no harm in buying AM as long as you know its AM and you are not paying much. I have 8-9 hmts now and have 2 AMs because i liked the look and they were priced well.
I live in Switzerland and l absolutely love India and the brands like Royal Enfield and Kingfisher etc do you know how l could purchase an authentic HMT watch in Switzerland?
Hmm I doubt there would be many available in Switzerland. as i don't know if they ever sold outside India or had any overseas retailers. I have heard of some export models for the Japanese market but don't know for anyone else. Also the mechanical HMTs are sadly no longer made. What you see available here are old watches or refurbished ones with aftermarket parts. They are very cheap here if you know where to look. In fact i have a video or two coming up with a few more I picked up. I think the best way for you to get an HMT would be if you know of any Indians living there and ask them to bring back one from India when they go on Holiday. Or join the groups I mentioned here and see if there are other people who import them. I think I have come across one or two Americans who have explained how to get one (shipping and other details etc). I have also seen some being sold on Etsy but the vast majority of them are aftermarket ones with original refurbished movements. Hope that helps.
I think most should be ok. Like the Maurya or Uttam, those are smaller dials around 33-34 mm. The Pilot/Janate are 35mm, Kohinoor etc are also in the 35-36 range. I would recommend the Maurya as a great first HMT. Not hyped, looks very good and is usually affordable too.
It depends. HMT watches have been around since the 60s. So a lot of watches are simply beyond repair. So watch repair guys take out the movement , refurbish it and put it on a new case and sell them as after market watches. Did you know that Delhi Watch Company and Ajwain watches also used HMT movements while starting out ?
Hello sir, can you help me to track legit hmt janata watch from facebook, there are alot watches over there but am confuse if they are real or moddee or fake once
This is something that you will need to spend some time on fb groups to learn. Most importantly find a trustworthy seller. Also remember old original watch will look used and not as clean. Just explore the groups and see who the trustworthy seller.
I believe hmt is a real opportunity for india to make a real statement watch company as it has all it needs.. it has heritage, legacy and inhouse calibers... but yet they have a pathetic management..
Don't have direct experience but I see their listings. Their prices are a little higher in my opinion. You should check the FB groups that i mentioned in the video. I have picked up over a dozen now almost all from the FB groups.
I just checked today and right now it seems they have only have aftermarket HMTs. Website is legit but right now buy from other places. Use the Facebook groups as you have more options and better quality ones. Always ask for more pictures from seller and clear any doubts. You can even ask other people for reference.
@@LBGWatch HMT pilot and HMT janta Hindi wala dono ka price 1499 h ? Muje ye dono watch chahiye but Paisa barbaad na ho jaaye mera so dar rha hu , watch kuch dino or weeks me kharap na ho jaaye
This is arguably the most detailed and well researched video on the current HMT buying scenario in India
This video is immensely helpful for us who want to buy a HMT.
never have seen anything like this from any watch youtuber.
Hats off.
Trying to do my best. I faced the same issue of not getting proper information when I was searching so thought for any new comers something like this can save a lot of time.
@@LBGWatch so nice of you, man
I have a few hmt watches for sale.
If you want you can add pictures and details on my facebook group. Link is in the description.@@rajushaw2469
Sir, you are truly genuine and helpful. Your research is detailed. You genuinely want to help so that one is cautious and ready and we get a good item . Thank you so much.
I got a HMT Janata yellow dial from Etsy and absolutely loves it. Bought 2 more HMTs after that. HMT vintage hand winders are hidden treasurers of the watch world.
I am upto a dozen now. Love winding them up. Affordable and the vintage looks are very appealing to me.
Thank you LBG for this video.
this video is obvisiously very helpful but can you make another detailed guide on how to buy used/old watches starting from 1000-1500 range? Places to buy it from, what things to keep in mind etc. Like me many youngsters want to build a decent watch collection but are hesitant to spend 7-8k on an automatic. I feel like you making a video will help many including me, to both appreciate the history behind the piece and also add a new watch to the collection.
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@@LBGWatch thank you
Very nice video and very good information sir iam a great fan of hmt watches i have 6 hmt watches at home my whole family is a hmt brand fan they all wore only hmt watches still working condition no complaints
Stone age antique is very good bought 2 things from them would recommend
What if we get a big ladies watch and take out the machine and put it inside a nice big men dial?
lol
Impossible
superb informations bro hmt is amazing
Bhaiya, I'm getting a 2022 unused new HMT janata for 5000. Should I buy it? The seller told me that it was priced at 4750 when it was on sale. Kindly reply.
Hmm, depends on the model and if they have box and papers. The quality of hmt watches is not the best so personally i would not like to spend more than 3k.
Ok
@@LBGWatch he has the box but don't have the bill. According to him “mrp of those watches is 4750”
Hello Sir, I have one question what if it says "Modified Hmt kohinoor hand winding watch, exhibition case back, hmt 17j movement, new after market dial repainted to Tiffany blue" should I buy this, will it be worth it?
if the watch Description has "REPAINTED" should I buy that will it be worth it
[FROM OPTION 2 WEBSITE]
Modified/Repainted etc are also called aftermarket. For me i try to buy a fully original one if possible but i have one or two modified ones too if the designs are good. But for modified try to spend as little as possible.
Sometimes the original ones are in bad condition so people get a new aftermarket dial or repaint it.
How do i differentiate between an aftermarket dial and an original one?
Is it alright to buy an aftermarket one?
Its mostly experience to be honest and even then not an exact science. There is no harm in buying AM as long as you know its AM and you are not paying much. I have 8-9 hmts now and have 2 AMs because i liked the look and they were priced well.
I've my dad's hmt jayanth mechanic watch no need to buy 😅
Wish i brought koohinoor
Now they stopped mechanic
Truly helpful. Thank you.
I saw one of my post that I uploaded in HWE group 😇 in ur video
Nice. Which one was it ?
Did you know about hmt deepak? If yes then tell me about.. plz i wanna know how the watch is actually.
No sadly I have not used HMT Deepak. Only a few like Sona, Kohinoor, Maurya, Vijay etc.
I live in Switzerland and l absolutely love India and the brands like Royal Enfield and Kingfisher etc do you know how l could purchase an authentic HMT watch in Switzerland?
Hmm I doubt there would be many available in Switzerland. as i don't know if they ever sold outside India or had any overseas retailers.
I have heard of some export models for the Japanese market but don't know for anyone else.
Also the mechanical HMTs are sadly no longer made. What you see available here are old watches or refurbished ones with aftermarket parts.
They are very cheap here if you know where to look. In fact i have a video or two coming up with a few more I picked up.
I think the best way for you to get an HMT would be if you know of any Indians living there and ask them to bring back one from India when they go on Holiday.
Or join the groups I mentioned here and see if there are other people who import them. I think I have come across one or two Americans who have explained how to get one (shipping and other details etc).
I have also seen some being sold on Etsy but the vast majority of them are aftermarket ones with original refurbished movements.
Hope that helps.
Bro u have Swiss watch a proper Swiss watch which is considered good then why do u want an hmt with citizen movement ?
@@priyankapranay7986 because l care about products that are authentic and it would remind me of my travels to lndia. Jai hind bhai
Bhai 1st website sa hmt pilot lana chahata hu safe rahaga kiya koi fake to nahi melagana?
Subscribed!!
What about nos watch they are also charged high
That depends on seller and model of watch. But you can find a good one sometimes for 3-4k. I have prepared another video where i talk more about this.
Great and helpful video
Please provide the link to the websites displayed on your video except the HMT.
Look in the description
Which all are the best hmt watches for a 6 inch wrist
I think most should be ok. Like the Maurya or Uttam, those are smaller dials around 33-34 mm. The Pilot/Janate are 35mm, Kohinoor etc are also in the 35-36 range. I would recommend the Maurya as a great first HMT. Not hyped, looks very good and is usually affordable too.
@@LBGWatch thanks brother
What's an aftermaket dial?
Not originally made by HMT. These custom dials made by 3rd parties.
@@LBGWatch Oh. Ok. So does it include everything including the movement or just the looks/style?
It depends. HMT watches have been around since the 60s. So a lot of watches are simply beyond repair. So watch repair guys take out the movement , refurbish it and put it on a new case and sell them as after market watches.
Did you know that Delhi Watch Company and Ajwain watches also used HMT movements while starting out ?
@@LBGWatch that's a good piece of info. Everyday I'm learning something new. 😀
Thanks 🙏🙏
Hello sir, can you help me to track legit hmt janata watch from facebook, there are alot watches over there but am confuse if they are real or moddee or fake once
This is something that you will need to spend some time on fb groups to learn. Most importantly find a trustworthy seller. Also remember old original watch will look used and not as clean. Just explore the groups and see who the trustworthy seller.
I believe hmt is a real opportunity for india to make a real statement watch company as it has all it needs.. it has heritage, legacy and inhouse calibers... but yet they have a pathetic management..
are the hmt fb groups reliable?
What is that second website
In old website Jhalak was priced at 5500 rs and I didn't buy it 😢. Now its doubled
It's not worth it for such a high price.
@@LBGWatch haan this video is very excellent for alternate options
Do any of the HMT watches come with sapphire crystal?
To my knowledge almost all come with acrylic crystal. Some have mineral now but have not heard of any with sapphire.
@@LBGWatch thanks!
Waiting for this video
Wait is over now :)
Do anyone have an experience from watchtopia.in website for hmt purachases ...??
Don't have direct experience but I see their listings. Their prices are a little higher in my opinion. You should check the FB groups that i mentioned in the video. I have picked up over a dozen now almost all from the FB groups.
Are they open for bargain?
What the hell when did u start a channel about watch ...btw good decision 👍🏻
Hmt website is not registering 😢 what tu do now
Yeah their website is not great. You have to try a few times sometimes.
@@LBGWatch ok will comment again if it doesn’t work🤓
how about Etsy with millennium seller?
I have not seen that seller.
After market HMT watch means kiya he
Not original from HMT factory
@@LBGWatch after market purchase worth he ki nai
If its not too expensive maybe 1500 or maximum 2000 for a very good condition.
@@LBGWatch after market 1150thik he
Is jordan watches a trustworthy site to get watches from?
I bought one watch from them and had no issues. Watch is working fine after 6 months.
Jordon watch thik site h ? Fake to nhi h na bhaiya ? Paisa dubega to nhi na agr order kiya ush site se ?
I just checked today and right now it seems they have only have aftermarket HMTs. Website is legit but right now buy from other places.
Use the Facebook groups as you have more options and better quality ones. Always ask for more pictures from seller and clear any doubts. You can even ask other people for reference.
@@LBGWatch HMT pilot and HMT janta Hindi wala dono ka price 1499 h ? Muje ye dono watch chahiye but Paisa barbaad na ho jaaye mera so dar rha hu , watch kuch dino or weeks me kharap na ho jaaye
@@LBGWatch thank you bhaiya 🙏
Modded means?
Modified with aftermarket parts.
sorry to say but now HMT site does not sell mechanical watches anymore, only quartz and automatic
I want to buy HMT Stellar Varchas any leads will be appreciated
You can try checking the groups on FB. Some watches are rare so you will need to be patient.
Yes it's useful video but if u are ok na then DELHI WATCH COMPANY also makes good watches under budget and its value for money
Yeah DWC is good. Waiting to see what they come up with next.
Are they make mechanical ⌚??