I waited just over 2 years for a white dial Komodo which arrived last November. Agree with all the points you made but whenever I have commented on reviews of this watch you always have people defending it, mostly because of the wait list. If you want a quick fix then fine but it's really no substitute for the genuine article.
I had a Komodo when they first came out, it's a heavy and thick watch I wouldn't usually like at all, but I freaking loved it. It's the only watch I have owned I regret selling and I have been through more than I would like to admit. This is very tempting!
A couple of years ago I managed to get the white dial Helm, and I sold it. During the the long wait I had sort of moved on. But I will say these Cadisens are much thinner than the real Helm Komodo.
You've mentioned the 5x the price not being a massive difference, which is true. You've mentioned the waiting list, which is indeterminate. You skimmed over the 15.5mm thickness of the Helm, which is a lot. How top-heavy is the Helm, and would that bother me to wear it? In reviews of the Komodo, the drilled lug location was mentioned as being far too low, making the watch wear even worse (and look very wrong) if you choose to put it on a rubber strap. Given all these things, the benefit/hazard ratio here is very close and to me simply comes down to whether or not you want to spend a lot less for the Cadisen.
Our Canadian dollar is adding about 35% ezchange to anything so its prixeing me out of some watches. I have two Cadisons which were fine 1032 dress watch and a seiko homage
I’m not going to get into the Homage discussion, but it is a hell of a watch for the money. Although I wouldn’t take a Cadisen in the water. I’m not sure I would say the word “water” around it… thanks for showing it to us.
Helm Kommodo: we're talking about a chinese watch with the same movement and 316L steel material that probably costs 100$ in production...and has a 2 year waiting list + costs 250$ more...
I've recently began my obsession as a watch collector. And i must say- out of all the luxury brands I've been researching, for me the MAMACOO's watches are the most intriguing.
Helm watches are worth the wait just add your name and forget about it then you get an email your watch is ready, It feels so much better than jumping though hoops when buying a Rolex.
Komodo means comfortable in Spanish, but with a C. I wonder if the watch is comfortable? I'd never wait for that kind of watch, so yes, I'd get the Cadison if i was in the market.
love the design and colors and even the bracelet, but the lume was too disappointing, addies have 10 times better lume about those prices, now I'm reviewing a cadisen that was about the same price and has way better lume, but the hands fade away super quickly in comparison with the rest of the lume
Received my Komodo not too long ago, worth the wait. I wouldn't have anything to say about someone buying this watch other than be patient, the original is worth the wait
Helm could easily raise their production in China,where they already produce .They also could offer the Kommodo for 120$...their artificial scarcity policy is absolutely ridiculous for a chinese watch
Got one a while back. Been wearing it for several months. I can summarise my experience by saying; It's a great deal, but not a great watch. If you can pick one up on an Ali sale for $50-60 bucks, go for it, you won't be disappointed. But at the end of the day, it's just that, a $50-60 dollar watch.
This watch has made me question the fact that I’m ok with homage watches. My first homage was of a Seiko, and I didn’t feel bad at all because Seiko didn’t make it anymore. My other homages take inspiration from watches that are crazy expensive, or just major manufacturers. So I’ve never had a problem with homages. Enter Cadisen delivering a Helm homage. I feel weird about it. Because it’s a microbrand maybe? Big company or small company shouldn’t have any bearing…………but it does, I guess.
My feeling is that with a seiko or Rolex homage, it doesn't really effect their business, a homage of a microbrand is like stealing someones lunch money
@@shanephillips8735 I agree in general for microbrands but for Helm with a two to five year waiting list they aren't going hungry. Same goes for any discontinued models from micros, I'm fine with homages of those.
The question I have is who asked them to make this watch for $65. They cut so many corners and for no good reason. The price of the helm is irrelevant because it is a 3-4 year waiting list. So even it they charge $125 it would still be desirable over waiting 4 years. With the extra margin they could have given us a watch with a better bezel, better clasp, and screw links. There is this weird race to the bottom with Cadisen that drives them to make Hal-assed attempts at watches. SMH
Do you only wear Lacoste Polo shirts? If you buy any other brand Polo shirt it's a homage. What about Jeans? Do you only buy Levi Strauss? Any other brand is a homage.
@@TropicThunder54 Yeah, right on. Counterfeit goods are bad but homages are fine. I always laugh when people say they don't like homages because most of products people buy are a homage. One company comes out with something and then a bunch of other companies do it. It's actually better for consumers because it helps keep prices down. Imagine if there was no generic medication. A lot of people would be worse off than they already are.
I waited just over 2 years for a white dial Komodo which arrived last November. Agree with all the points you made but whenever I have commented on reviews of this watch you always have people defending it, mostly because of the wait list. If you want a quick fix then fine but it's really no substitute for the genuine article.
I had a Komodo when they first came out, it's a heavy and thick watch I wouldn't usually like at all, but I freaking loved it. It's the only watch I have owned I regret selling and I have been through more than I would like to admit. This is very tempting!
Yeah the price difference is not that big. But the waiting time is the big obstacle for me. By the way, Helms are made in China too , afaik.
Love them mom jokes. I need them in more watch reviews.
A couple of years ago I managed to get the white dial Helm, and I sold it. During the the long wait I had sort of moved on. But I will say these Cadisens are much thinner than the real Helm Komodo.
You've mentioned the 5x the price not being a massive difference, which is true. You've mentioned the waiting list, which is indeterminate. You skimmed over the 15.5mm thickness of the Helm, which is a lot. How top-heavy is the Helm, and would that bother me to wear it? In reviews of the Komodo, the drilled lug location was mentioned as being far too low, making the watch wear even worse (and look very wrong) if you choose to put it on a rubber strap. Given all these things, the benefit/hazard ratio here is very close and to me simply comes down to whether or not you want to spend a lot less for the Cadisen.
Our Canadian dollar is adding about 35% ezchange to anything so its prixeing me out of some watches. I have two Cadisons which were fine 1032 dress watch and a seiko homage
I've had the Helm for several years, and I still bought one of these. The Cadison just wears better.
I’m not going to get into the Homage discussion, but it is a hell of a watch for the money. Although I wouldn’t take a Cadisen in the water. I’m not sure I would say the word “water” around it… thanks for showing it to us.
Helm Kommodo: we're talking about a chinese watch with the same movement and 316L steel material that probably costs 100$ in production...and has a 2 year waiting list + costs 250$ more...
I've recently began my obsession as a watch collector. And i must say- out of all the luxury brands I've been researching, for me the MAMACOO's watches are the most intriguing.
Helm watches are worth the wait just add your name and forget about it then you get an email your watch is ready, It feels so much better than jumping though hoops when buying a Rolex.
$300 and a 2 year wait or $70 and a 2week wait. Well I know which one I went with BOTH! Nice video and ur mom wants both
Homage brands to the rescue!
Komodo means comfortable in Spanish, but with a C. I wonder if the watch is comfortable? I'd never wait for that kind of watch, so yes, I'd get the Cadison if i was in the market.
love the design and colors and even the bracelet, but the lume was too disappointing, addies have 10 times better lume about those prices, now I'm reviewing a cadisen that was about the same price and has way better lume, but the hands fade away super quickly in comparison with the rest of the lume
Received my Komodo not too long ago, worth the wait. I wouldn't have anything to say about someone buying this watch other than be patient, the original is worth the wait
hahahaha - love the your-mom jokes, keep it up:)
Homage? Nah, it's a straight copy....I wouldn't touch it, but I'm lucky to own the Komodo!
Great video!!
Helm could easily raise their production in China,where they already produce .They also could offer the Kommodo for 120$...their artificial scarcity policy is absolutely ridiculous for a chinese watch
Great vid Pip 😀👍
Got one a while back.
Been wearing it for several months.
I can summarise my experience by saying;
It's a great deal, but not a great watch. If you can pick one up on an Ali sale for $50-60 bucks, go for it, you won't be disappointed.
But at the end of the day, it's just that, a $50-60 dollar watch.
I have a steeldive Willard, 50 euro, perfect watch, so..
"Right across her back" SAVAGE 😂
If I could buy the Helm it might be worth saving up for but I can't. I'll console myself by gazing at my Scurfa. Cheers!
This watch has made me question the fact that I’m ok with homage watches. My first homage was of a Seiko, and I didn’t feel bad at all because Seiko didn’t make it anymore. My other homages take inspiration from watches that are crazy expensive, or just major manufacturers. So I’ve never had a problem with homages. Enter Cadisen delivering a Helm homage. I feel weird about it. Because it’s a microbrand maybe? Big company or small company shouldn’t have any bearing…………but it does, I guess.
My feeling is that with a seiko or Rolex homage, it doesn't really effect their business, a homage of a microbrand is like stealing someones lunch money
@@shanephillips8735 I agree in general for microbrands but for Helm with a two to five year waiting list they aren't going hungry. Same goes for any discontinued models from micros, I'm fine with homages of those.
I'm Still on Helms waiting list (but close) ... at least you can get it ... I've pretty much given up on the Zelos i want.
Great review 👌
The question I have is who asked them to make this watch for $65. They cut so many corners and for no good reason. The price of the helm is irrelevant because it is a 3-4 year waiting list. So even it they charge $125 it would still be desirable over waiting 4 years. With the extra margin they could have given us a watch with a better bezel, better clasp, and screw links. There is this weird race to the bottom with Cadisen that drives them to make Hal-assed attempts at watches. SMH
I waited 4 years for two of their watches, and finally gave up.
Yes! Think I'll avoid the massive strap and save my money.... fnarr.
MAMACOO has set a new standard for replica watches. Their craftsmanship is impeccable. Its hard to tell the difference from the originals
Cadisen has 7 letters and they don't center the i
Milled clasp on a 50€ Watch..... Iam looking at you @seiko with your 600€ watches with stamped clasps.
You can tell Cadison, that I prefer to be waiting for the real deal. In my case a Helm Vanuatu Titanium. Two years almost but should arrive soon, 🕐⚙️🍸
£50 is less than a night at the cinema. You could buy this for your holiday, it'll look good in the pool, and if it lasts longer it's a bonus.
I don’t like the hands of the watch
Nope. No homages for me. it's just one step away from fake.
Do you only wear Lacoste Polo shirts? If you buy any other brand Polo shirt it's a homage. What about Jeans? Do you only buy Levi Strauss? Any other brand is a homage.
@@nickb128 I hate fakes, but i love homages. As long as your not trying to trick somebody i don't see any problem with homages.
@@TropicThunder54 Yeah, right on. Counterfeit goods are bad but homages are fine. I always laugh when people say they don't like homages because most of products people buy are a homage. One company comes out with something and then a bunch of other companies do it. It's actually better for consumers because it helps keep prices down. Imagine if there was no generic medication. A lot of people would be worse off than they already are.
#amzwatch 's watch really surprises me！