Episode 6: Cheap Watches!

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  • Опубликовано: 8 фев 2025
  • In this episode, Matt and Cameron explore the world of inexpensive watches! While it's easy to get lost in six-figure horological masterpieces browsing around on Instagram or Crown and Caliber, the truth is you can get a pretty cool watch for not much money; even a watch that's cool to watch people. We explore quartz chronographs from established brands like Timex, then move to digital G-Shocks, Russian mechanical watches, and entry-level automatics from Seiko and Hamilton all under $500! We throw in some vintage seiko and oddballs as well. Have a suggestion for a watch for our next cheap watches episode? Leave a comment!
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Комментарии • 367

  • @lolatu4402
    @lolatu4402 6 лет назад +84

    Recommends MVMT? Credibility gone...

    • @TheNinjaPicker
      @TheNinjaPicker Месяц назад +1

      Took 8 minutes to get to the show.

  • @jasonsmits2147
    @jasonsmits2147 7 лет назад +12

    As a lifelong car enthusiast I've been a longtime regular watcher of The Smoking Tire and occasional podcast listener during long drives and such(lately regular listener as well as I've found myself with a long daily commute). I've always had some appreciation for watches from an aesthetic angle but they never captured my interest in the same way cars do, to the point I was pretty much indifferent to the difference between quartz and mechanical movements. As Matt started talking about watches, I developed more of a passing interest in them and when he had Cameron Weiss on the podcast and I actually understood what a mechanical movement was, the appeal of wearing an intricate little machine on my wrist popped.
    Today I received my first automatic watch, a Seiko 5 similar to the one on the show(same movement I believe but more of a field watch style, an SNK803 if anyone cares) and love it. I'm afraid there will probably be more to come. So thank you Matt for introducing me to a world I never would have known I'm interested in and screw you for introducing me to another expensive hobby :).

  • @ckingfournier
    @ckingfournier 7 лет назад +54

    Good episode! I'd like to see this topic again for sure.
    If I were you guys, I'd do four more episodes on this topic. They would be:
    1) All Seiko. Span the whole range.
    2) Inexpensive watches part two: pieces from brands like Orient, Citizen, Tissot, Swatch, Casio, Seagull, Marathon, etc.
    3) "Microbrand" watches! Either companies that use common movements, or in-house. Like: Squale, Steinhart, Laco, Gavox, Brew Watches, Monta, etc.
    4) Just soviet watches, heavy emphasis on Raketa and Vostok. How to find them, what to look for, how to authenticate, information about the movements.
    Guest ideas: Mark from Long Island Watch, Mike and Kaz From the Two Broke Watch Snobs Podcast
    Love the podcast so far! Keep up the good work! Would love to see you guys go even more in depth on the affordable end, especially because there's so much there, and it's where most people start.

    • @k1lva4a
      @k1lva4a 7 лет назад +1

      I absolutely agree with Mr Carson King-Fournier !!!

    • @MiguelGarcia-vj7oo
      @MiguelGarcia-vj7oo 7 лет назад +1

      Carson King-Fournier dam the horology geek budget check list is set in stone.....I hope matt sees your video idea list.

    • @shadow7037932
      @shadow7037932 6 лет назад

      +1 for the Microbrands.

  • @ow4762
    @ow4762 7 лет назад +72

    Seiko 5s are actually the best inexpensive starter watches.Should have included them in detail. Hope you do a Seiko special episode.

    • @WatchAndListenPodcast
      @WatchAndListenPodcast  7 лет назад +22

      yeah we are definitely going to do the all-seiko hour.

    • @voodoochild5150
      @voodoochild5150 7 лет назад +3

      This, they're a great watch for $60 new.

    • @55YAMAHARACER55
      @55YAMAHARACER55 7 лет назад

      was just looking at getting a Seiko 5 for an EDC watch!

    • @MiguelGarcia-vj7oo
      @MiguelGarcia-vj7oo 7 лет назад +2

      OMAR WAZIRI I believe orient is better for the same money, seiko 5s movement's are manufactured at seikos mayalsia plant with quality control issues. Entry level orients quality control is way better while there Auto movements are still japan made.

    • @bighands69
      @bighands69 7 лет назад

      They are a fantastic watch for the price and there is nothing out there on the market like them. Now in saying that they are not a luxury watch and would not be as comfortable to wear as say a Rolex or JLC but then again what would you expect for $60.
      People who say Rolex are not worth it and go for a Seiko do not actually understand what most Rolexes are.

  • @DrFrankLondon
    @DrFrankLondon 7 лет назад +60

    Find it incredible that Mat doesn't know Seikos budget line.. as a watch collector, my SKX007 sits proudly next to my Submariner and the Planet Ocean.

    • @OmRSamdani
      @OmRSamdani 6 лет назад +5

      Exactly bro.... this is turning me off...

    • @fredpinczuk7352
      @fredpinczuk7352 4 года назад +5

      He barely knows anything about cars, never mind watches.

    • @BIG_Z_69
      @BIG_Z_69 2 года назад

      Nerd.

  • @JonLumbreras
    @JonLumbreras 6 лет назад +15

    10:15 to skip to the cheap watches

  • @kaylonbuckley
    @kaylonbuckley 7 лет назад +36

    It’s funny watching wealthy guys try to talk about Seiko’s lol

    • @Consolol
      @Consolol 6 лет назад +16

      Right, I can't believe Matt mistook the SKX for a turtle

    • @colbyperry3325
      @colbyperry3325 6 лет назад +3

      Consolol I was like wtf

    • @doeyjiaz4798
      @doeyjiaz4798 6 лет назад +1

      Check out Grand Seiko, thats why he talks about them 🙂 they make watches for absolutely everyone. Seiko, not Grand Seiko lol

    • @_plastikman
      @_plastikman 4 года назад +2

      they dont really know what Seiko is

  • @DrFrankLondon
    @DrFrankLondon 7 лет назад +24

    And the Vostok Amphibia was innovative as it got more water resistant the deeper the dive due to the acrylic crystal.

    • @erikbasil2787
      @erikbasil2787 4 года назад +1

      Of course, the Vostok was not the only watch to do this, and not even the first. It is innovative, perhaps because of the size of the gaskets and the crown design, but not via the use of a plexiglass crystal and a compression / bayonet case back.

    • @felixfourcolor
      @felixfourcolor 4 года назад

      @@erikbasil2787 Then who made it first?

    • @erikbasil2787
      @erikbasil2787 4 года назад

      @@felixfourcolor I think EPSA, in the 1950's. Look up "super compressor watch".

    • @BIG_Z_69
      @BIG_Z_69 2 года назад

      Nerd.

  • @BacalaoBrad
    @BacalaoBrad 6 лет назад +19

    The Russian innovation is the compression seal flat ring backing that never looses water resistance when opening . Plus a 31 jewel movement in some Vostoks that are super sturdy for cheap . This podcast was a little disappointing .

    • @xgford94
      @xgford94 3 года назад +2

      Yep Vostok is a much bigger story

  • @pk82kruse21
    @pk82kruse21 4 года назад +4

    I'm here because I saw you on JRE lol. Im new in watch world but love my seikos lol

  • @dhaynes1048
    @dhaynes1048 7 лет назад +79

    how can you complement MVMT. they are over priced junk. other than that i like the channel

    • @skipper_mtb6644
      @skipper_mtb6644 6 лет назад +4

      David Haynes yeah, ovoid the fashion brands at all cost!!

    • @henrygrey285
      @henrygrey285 5 лет назад +5

      Yeah! Quite disappointed to hear him propose those!!!

    • @Connor-kd3mv
      @Connor-kd3mv 5 лет назад +2

      They sponsored him. They pay the people they sponsor.

    • @flowremix
      @flowremix 5 лет назад +6

      @@henrygrey285 it bums me out hell talk highly on mvmt but completely neglect citizen. SMH.

    • @SuperSpitfire1999
      @SuperSpitfire1999 5 лет назад +1

      @@flowremix I agree citizen makes beautiful watches for prices that actually make sense for what you are getting. A citizen eco drive chronograph was my first watch and it's never skipped a beat and ran perfectly for 8 years so far. It was about 300 bucks

  • @joseluismonterofernandez9261
    @joseluismonterofernandez9261 6 лет назад +57

    I was somewhat interested until I saw that MVMT crap.... Seriously? Do you guys really think that is a recommendable watch?

    • @JamesSmith-rs4iu
      @JamesSmith-rs4iu 6 лет назад +3

      you sound mad

    • @joseluismonterofernandez9261
      @joseluismonterofernandez9261 6 лет назад +11

      Not mad, disappointed maybe. I really appreciate Matt and have been a follower for many years. I guess I was expecting more of an honest opinion idk.

    • @prccap
      @prccap 6 лет назад +9

      they are probably friends with the two ass hats that started that crappy company

    • @OmRSamdani
      @OmRSamdani 6 лет назад +12

      Yeah bro... The MVMT and the Seiko ignorance is turning me off... I am an enthusiast and I love all tiers of watches and like to keep informed. If you are someone who passingly thinks Seiko is an ok brand, you are not an enthusiast. They showed some iconic Seikos without knowing what those are... disappointed.

    • @Connor-kd3mv
      @Connor-kd3mv 5 лет назад

      He said it was a sponsor. They pay the people they sponsor.

  • @nicksimpson87
    @nicksimpson87 7 лет назад +8

    New watch cam is a game changer. Way to go! Model numbers for all would be great as well if available.

  • @jayallen8660
    @jayallen8660 4 года назад +2

    MVMT? Vincero? Oh my god. What junk. Why would you take the time to mention them when there are so many other choices.

  • @clintonleonard5187
    @clintonleonard5187 6 лет назад

    Woah! Not only is the new watch cam INCREDIBLE, but a cheap watch podcast is exactly what I wanted from you guys!

  • @MattPym
    @MattPym 7 лет назад +2

    I was surprised not to see a Swatch Sistem51 in this episode. Bought one last year when in Geneva as my first step into a non-quartz watch after listening to the episode of The Smoking Tire podcast with Cameron Weiss as a guest. Now thanks to you guys I'm looking at buying an Omega Speedmaster..... Someday.

  • @themandude27
    @themandude27 7 лет назад +2

    I agree with a lot of the other comments here. Love the podcast so far, but next cheap watch episode should definitely include more Seikos. They make so many varieties of quality affordable watches.

  • @gsabella4
    @gsabella4 5 лет назад +2

    How can you mention MVMT and not Orient, fully in-house produced automatic divers for under $300 generally.

  • @mischkin3588
    @mischkin3588 7 лет назад +8

    I bought a super cheap. like 10dollar casio digital watch in the style of the old 80s watch. bought it in japan. 'metal' band as well. totally love it. and tough as nails. that's the cheapest cool watch you could ever get. bought it as a joke and now i'm wearing it everyday.
    ref. A158WA

  • @jpaltman706
    @jpaltman706 2 года назад +3

    man, this reminds me of a simpler time. I miss you guys. 😔

  • @Burlmays9
    @Burlmays9 7 лет назад +3

    Another awesome episode!
    I finally jumped into watches due to Matt talking about them so much previously on TST podcast. I now scour eBay for deals on Seikos and generally any old junk that looks cool. Currently hyped on Ruhla and Soviet/Russian watches for budget oriented pieces.
    Thanks guys!

  • @superMFvillain84
    @superMFvillain84 2 года назад

    "Got a nice Sony battery in there..." 🤣🤣🤣 that is fucking gold 🤣🤣

  • @1970HondaCL100
    @1970HondaCL100 7 лет назад +40

    The new watch-cam looks great!

  • @Sheehanjacobks96
    @Sheehanjacobks96 7 лет назад +3

    Awesome episode! I was also looking at Invicta watches. They have some automatic movements on Amazon for like a $100. Also the Seiko 5 would be nice to see as many people have already said.

  • @Geardos1
    @Geardos1 7 лет назад +1

    A revisit of cheap watches but only *used* watches would be a good episode. Also mention which ones are a nightmare to maintain vs less headaches in the used realm.

  • @toddmartin7030
    @toddmartin7030 4 года назад

    For the quality control and swiss, to my understanding, Raketa and Vostok are popular brands that make movements that some swiss companies will use in their watches.

  • @msmo4127
    @msmo4127 7 лет назад +1

    Watch Cam looks great! Good job Matt, I appreciate all your free content on two of my favorite hobbies.

  • @MickAv8r
    @MickAv8r 7 лет назад +4

    Cheap watch suggestions: As mentioned in this podcast, the Seiko Turtles(SRP775, SRP777 etc). Luminox Atacamas. The Orient Bambino though I bought two and both broke as soon as the warranty expired. The various Citizen Eco-Drives, especially their higher end ones. Also love the new watch cam!

    • @MiguelGarcia-vj7oo
      @MiguelGarcia-vj7oo 7 лет назад

      MickAv8r what exactly broke just curious?

    • @MickAv8r
      @MickAv8r 7 лет назад

      Miguel Garcia both movements are toasted. They both just stopped working. Gorgeous watches, bought maybe 6 months apart. One arrived with a screwed up crown, was installing at an angle and had to go back under warranty immediately. Was fixed but the watch stopped working soon after the warranty expired maybe 13 months later? The other died I believe some time before the warranty ran out but I didn’t have time. Both are now derelicts in my watch case. You can wind them and one doesn’t move at all, the other will work for a very short period then bind and hang up. No point in spending any money on them. I just learned my lesson and avoid that brand altogether. Gorgeous designs, but the movements are complete shit.

    • @MiguelGarcia-vj7oo
      @MiguelGarcia-vj7oo 7 лет назад +1

      MickAv8r dam that's crazy I know not every manufacture is perfect even the most reliable like toyota. But I didn't really expect that with the bambino from orient. Orient has better quality control then Seiko( who owns about half of orients stock), and unlike seikos watchs of the same price orients movements are still made in Japan. I had similar luck with the iconic skx007. Nobody believed me since the skx's reliability is that of a tank.....but it happened. Have you checked out seikos sarb line? What have you moved on to?

    • @MickAv8r
      @MickAv8r 7 лет назад

      Miguel Garcia yeah I know they get good reviews but I gave up. I do love the Seiko Turtles, the SRP777 775 773 etc and the srpa Turtles etc. other than those I’m moving up to more serious watches ie I just picked up an Omega Speedy.

  • @shahrour9
    @shahrour9 6 лет назад

    The Jubilee bracelet for the SKX is very comfortable been wearing it for 3 years. The clasp is very solid better than a much more expensive tissot. The downside is it makes a sound when u wiggle it hard...

  • @MarkDStroyer
    @MarkDStroyer 7 лет назад +1

    The new watch-cam is a huuuge improvement. It ~is~ glorious!
    As far as future episodes on Cheap Chronos, I think the Seiko 5 should deserve some talk. I don’t have one -been meaning to get one - but I understand they’re basically the Miata of watches.
    Personally I’m a big fan of the Citizen Eco-Drive and Seiko Solar styles, I feel they really lean on quartz’s strengths while offering something genuinely unique, and you get a lot of watch for the money.
    As a related episode sometime soon down the road, I’m really interested in knowing what to look for in vintage watches to get something solid and reliable and maybe even cool...for a much lower price point. So like the Russian and faceted Seiko but expanded into its own episode.

  • @MrOkieChef
    @MrOkieChef 5 лет назад

    I'm just getting caught up on your videos and came across this cheap watch vid. Your comments on "wood" watches are correct if the wood used isn't stabilized. I use woods of many varieties for scales on my knives but it must be stabilized prior to machining of any sort. Stabilization is basically just putting the wood into a vacuum chamber with some sort of resin and impregnating it, then baking it to harden the resin. Once that is done it can be machined like any metal and it will be impervious to moisture of any kind. Anyway. great pod. I should have listened to Nick Shabaz when he warned "DO NOT GET INTO WATCHES", but alas I did not heed his warning.

  • @zzeuss87
    @zzeuss87 6 лет назад

    I haven't read the comments, but you cannot beat the eta 2824-2. Super cheap but try to find better at anywhere near that price. You will most likely get close to ten years of service. Your choice to maintain it or not, but over the span of a decade, your money was well spent. You can regulate even the lower end of the range to cosc. The best beginner movement. It can be the spark plug for further exploration in the hobby. Just my thoughts, of course.

  • @gh778jk
    @gh778jk 4 года назад

    The Komandirskie and Amphibia watches had Vostok movements. The Amphibia is actually very good as far as waterproofing goes.
    The movements were not half as bad as you made them out to be. They are fun to restore and to use.
    And they won't break the bank
    Paddy

  • @grahamcawthorne3720
    @grahamcawthorne3720 6 лет назад +1

    I enjoy learning about high end watches and your opinions about the history of horology as well as the industry as a whole and current trends.that being said, this podcast sounded like you guys are just trying out entry level watches for the first time. I would like to recommend that you do a bit more homework and revisit the subject of entry level cheap watches. There are so many quality tool watches and affordable reliable mechanical watches from established companies that you can avoid fashion watches completely next time. Vostok, Seiko, Orient, quartz Hamilton and quartz tissot, Casio, invicta,timex, etc. I do appreciate that you talk about the practical aspects of the watches and just a broad overview instead of an in depth review of each! I’ll keep watching but you lost me at the fashion brands, they are no better than the 20$ ones on the chinese websites but they cost hundreds of dollars, huge scam, should definitely discuss quality vs price comparison of entry level pieces. Thanks for bearing with me guys!

  • @JEDIwards
    @JEDIwards 7 лет назад

    Watch cam is SOOO much better. Excited to see all the stuff you have in real detail. Really enjoy it so far.

  • @garrettreed2809
    @garrettreed2809 6 лет назад

    I have a Swatch that I picked up on eBay, brand new, for about $60, it shows the time, day of the week, and number day, the movement is loud and the second hand never stops moving, even when you pull out the crown, and when pulling out the crown, what you’re adjusting is kinda random. Overall I like the watch for how it looks and because I prefer a silicone watch band. I’ll have to watch your Swatch podcast next, loving the content so far!
    (Also, my first watch was an older Pulsar Solar with a silicone band that liked to pop off when hiking that my grandparents picked up at a garage sale for a dollar, it lasted me from fifth grade to eighth grade)

  • @bryceknez
    @bryceknez 7 лет назад +1

    Thanks guys, this was very helpful! I recently picked up a Rival Carbon Renegade which is a full carbon body inexpensive piece. If you do another inexpensive episode I’d recommend it, I’ll even loan you mine

  • @matthewhoover6154
    @matthewhoover6154 5 лет назад

    Did someone say Accutron! I just bought a refurbished asymmetrical pillow shaped with 14k gold triangle inserts on opposite sides of the case face. I haven't seen any others of this style for sale in my search and the style of this one caught my eye. Gorgeous. The first time I heard about the Space views was last month and I knew instantly I wanted one.

  • @AdamLeask
    @AdamLeask 7 лет назад

    I love the fact that you had that vintage Seiko in this video. Inexpensive watches don't necessarily need to be new watches. Thanks for the video!

  • @MF_Henri
    @MF_Henri 7 лет назад

    I loved the 'watch' episodes of the TST podcast. Really looking forward to watching (& listening) to this grow!!

  • @Boswd
    @Boswd 6 лет назад +2

    I love Timex watches there a lot of fun inexpensive and good looking. For a good leather strap on Timex they have their Waterbury line that uses the S.B Tanning Company Red Wing Leather straps that are great.

  • @jamiebishop9512
    @jamiebishop9512 2 года назад

    I may be slightly different in that I started with an Omega Seamaster 300 being a total snob with no idea about watches. Only now am I appreciating all watches regardless of price.

  • @johnamg2133
    @johnamg2133 6 лет назад

    The reason for this is that the people that are actually willing and eager to get a mechanical movement will make this thing awesome. This might not make much sense but I’m pretty drunk right now:-)

  • @NartexFett
    @NartexFett 7 лет назад

    Another for the cheap brands to cover: Lorus(sub-brand of Seiko). $60-100 range. Have 2, not a hardcore watch guy, but intrigued by this new podcast by you guys.

  • @blobrana8515
    @blobrana8515 Год назад

    I bought a Lorus chronograph, with day, date, month, alarm and stopwatch function for £50, and its accurate to a second per month.

  • @BloodSoakedGoat
    @BloodSoakedGoat 6 лет назад +2

    You guys dont know shit about cheap watches, should of just skipped doing this, its embarassing. Dont know much about seiko, dont even know that the russian watch is vostok and can still buy them new, showing mvmt/Vincero etc. And then you keep talking about them like the only reason to get one is because their disposable junk for when you dont want to ruin a luxury watch.

  • @iphone100ish
    @iphone100ish 7 лет назад

    I personally am a big fan of Skagens in this sort of price range. I think their bands are really cool and intriguing for this price point. Love the new watch cam. Keep up the great work

  • @Gus11c
    @Gus11c 6 лет назад

    What do you think about the Seiko skx where people modify them? I'm all for it and one of those people but it would be interesting to hear your opinion.

  • @PeterLydon
    @PeterLydon 4 года назад

    Great channel. What sort of Watch Cam have you got?

  • @rexdog101
    @rexdog101 7 лет назад +2

    I actually started with a Tissot which, while they have some expensive watches, have a great lower end!

  • @danh188
    @danh188 7 лет назад

    Hi,
    Been watching TheSmokingTire for a few years now and was delighted to see you two start a watch podcast. Like you a while ago Matt, I’ve only recently been fully immersed in the world of watches. I was wondering whether you guys would have an opinion on a good, beginner watch to get into. I’ve been looking at vintage Seikos, any thoughts on taking that route? I’m looking at around the £150-£200 mark (which is around $250-$300)

  • @msmo4127
    @msmo4127 7 лет назад +2

    Get a Tissot Visodate for the next cheap watches segment.

  • @1970HondaCL100
    @1970HondaCL100 7 лет назад +12

    Please have Jonathan Ward on, that would be amazing. I'm sure he's got a monster collection of oddities and customs.

    • @WatchAndListenPodcast
      @WatchAndListenPodcast  7 лет назад +3

      Yep he is on the list!

    • @montegofd3s
      @montegofd3s 7 лет назад +1

      www.hodinkee.com/articles/talking-watches-with-jonathan-ward
      He has a great sit down with hodinkee if you are interested too.

  • @mhirst16
    @mhirst16 4 года назад

    The Faceted crystal is amazing. I have a green and gold Orient Tri-Star with the exact same crystal...must be a 70's Japanese thing. I haven't come across that on any other watch. I know I'm late to the party, but great podcast Matt. I love watches and cars, my kind of content!

  • @BlackMesaSecurity
    @BlackMesaSecurity 6 лет назад

    I came over to this podcast from listening to The Smoking Tire podcast. Didn't think I'd care a damn thing about it. I mean watches? Who cares? But after listening to a couple of them I find this immensely interesting. Espcially after listening to this one. Some watches I can afford. Havent worn a watch in 6 years. I just ordered a cheap Casio dive watch to wear again. Thanks Matt and Cameron. Awesome job in bringing back my interest to watches.

  • @Jrtowns1
    @Jrtowns1 7 лет назад

    Good show. One starter cheap watches you could check out is Orient. A show suggestion would be to cover smaller independent brands.

  • @WBush-uc9pe
    @WBush-uc9pe 7 лет назад

    15:42 I am very pleased with your new camera, too - Props!
    Thanks for the wicked interesting vids!

  • @jimmyschiel3863
    @jimmyschiel3863 3 года назад

    That’s a 2414 Vostok movement. It’s rate is 19800 BPH. They’re decent watches as you can see I really like them, by my profile picture. A Vostok Amphibia Radio Room Dial. For the record this watch has a 2415 automatic movement no date. The 2416 B is an automatic movement with date complication.

  • @list3n2ipod
    @list3n2ipod 7 лет назад

    You guys should have a listing of the watches you talk about, with model numbers and such.

  • @robertharmon2792
    @robertharmon2792 7 лет назад +1

    Gentlemen, great show. My favorite "cheep Watch" is the BERTUCCI A-2T. It's a Swiss Movt, Titanium Case, with a Nato Strap. It's my Outdoors Watch. I wear it Mt Biking and Skiing, Rock Climbing and Hiking. It is hands down the Toughest Watch I own and at the price point of about $220 Im not afraid to beat the shit out of it.

  • @morsebaittackleco.5250
    @morsebaittackleco.5250 2 года назад

    First actual watch I ever bought was a gshock gstb400d-1a. I like the look of a g shock but I wanted an all stainless one without getting the larger more expensive ones. So far as a new watch owner I really like it, there's just something about that first one ☺️

  • @Joesmith_138
    @Joesmith_138 5 лет назад

    I just got a tommy hilfiger brad watch,can you guys leave an opinion wether its decent or not,i think it looks cool but i have no idea about watches

  • @FurkanCemTurfanda
    @FurkanCemTurfanda 6 лет назад

    The Invicta 8926OB is a great cheap watch with a Seiko automatic movement. It's a Submariner homage, and when you put a nicer bracelet on it it looks like a much more expensive watch.

  • @jacksonwoolley2957
    @jacksonwoolley2957 6 лет назад

    Nice moves on the new watch cam. I have really enjoyed the show!
    I’d love to see another inexpensive watch episode, and I’d like to learn more about Tissot. I recently bought a $150 Tissot and have enjoyed it so far. Would love to learn more about them as a brand as well. Thanks and keep up the good work!

  • @EnCrypticon23x
    @EnCrypticon23x 4 года назад

    While I can agree that snapbacks are not great, I would gladly buy five $30 Timex watches before I ever bought a $150 MVMT watch. Timex style is classic and isn't trying to hard to be something it's not. I have 4 Timex watches that I've acquired over the last 5 years and I still rotate through them regularly. The Timex Weekender is a watch I think every watch person should have. It's so incredibly versatile and it's like $35. Buy a few NATO straps and this watch can fill multiple roles.

  • @73cheetham
    @73cheetham 7 лет назад +1

    I’d like to see you talk about Swatch watches, both automatic and quartz. Absolutely love the show!

    • @quackman
      @quackman 6 лет назад +1

      Yeah, especially their relatively "cheap" platinum special edition.

  • @neilpiper9889
    @neilpiper9889 6 лет назад

    Vostok Volna 2809 Precision was innovative. It was a cheap version of the Swiss Zenith135 certified chronometer. Look up chronometer watches guys.

  • @Electricalwav
    @Electricalwav 6 лет назад

    My first watch was military style Swiss army watch that my aunt gave me when I was very little, maybe 9 years old. (I still have it) My second watch was a Seiko watch dress watch that my grandpa gave to me when I was 14. I wore it until it literally broke (my ex ruined it). The first watch I bought with my own money is a Seiko ssc387 that I bought of Amazon for 200. It's a quartz watch with a V175 movement from Japan. It is solar, and its a Chronograph, with a small date window. I like it because it's solar, so it should last quite a while without service and personally I like the looks. It's quite heavy for my small wrist tho. I daily a Samsung gear S3 since I work retail and it's nice to see my notifications without having to take my phone out. Currently saving my first Swiss made watch.

  • @fumanchuaeon4725
    @fumanchuaeon4725 5 лет назад

    Thank you Mr. Weiss, your chronograph trick worked on my Amazon Lige special, right before I was going to put in a ticket. you either just saved me looking like a fool, or cost me a free chinese watch!

  • @jasoncooley3159
    @jasoncooley3159 7 лет назад +9

    SNK809. My first automatic. Bought last November for $47. Great value.

    • @bighands69
      @bighands69 7 лет назад +1

      Great value and hang on to it.
      My first watch was a Citizen and then a Rolex (present) and I bought several other watches but always remember and still like my first watch with a passion.

  • @nj_trailfinder
    @nj_trailfinder 6 лет назад

    I have the same Vincero but with a blue face. While it looks great and has good weight to it the pushers feel a bit cheap. Still pretty good value for what is mainly a fashion watch. Thanks for the discount code TST! One of my favorites along my Suunto core. Now i'm in the market for my first automatic by means of an entry Seiko. Great episode, looking forward to more!!!

  • @paulhargraves8256
    @paulhargraves8256 7 лет назад

    As a RS owner and watch guy great video, and i like your style.

  • @davidgottfried5819
    @davidgottfried5819 7 лет назад

    I recently bought a cheap Bering quartz watch that was under $200, and it looks and feels great.

  • @toastedtiresify
    @toastedtiresify 7 лет назад

    The new camera is really nice. Being able to adjust the contrast is great. How about a cheap midrange automatic watch episode $400-$800? Here's my cheapo watch list for me so far. Timex Expedition beige dial, Invicta S1 Rally red dial chrono, Nixon Unit SS acetate band, and today my Seiko SSA327 open heart with the blue dial shows up. They are all cheap but hey you gotta start somewhere. Next I'll be looking at midrange automatics if I like this Seiko. Hamilton Khaki maybe? Something like that. Great show. Please make more.

  • @dustinbateman
    @dustinbateman 7 лет назад +5

    How about an episode on just the tools of watch making and repair.

  • @TylerMckissack
    @TylerMckissack 5 лет назад

    Ordered my first watch today, a Seiko sgf206. Now I want that Seiko presage too!

  • @anthonycoca5387
    @anthonycoca5387 7 лет назад

    Next episode for cheap watches. How about some German watches: Bombfrog, Marathon, Laco, Stowa... Most that I have listed have less expensive models to choose from. Great job on the episodes btw and the new camera is a definite upgrade to the previous one.

  • @S3v3n13tt3r5
    @S3v3n13tt3r5 7 лет назад +1

    I had a Seagull st2505 movement watch that kept insane accurate time like +-5 seconds a day. Chinese mechanisms are usually crap but this was a beauty

  • @Georgekartveli
    @Georgekartveli 7 лет назад

    Regarding cheap, I'd want to see you guys talk vintage, what great deals can be had, how you can lose a lot, cover frankenwatches etc.

  • @todd2837
    @todd2837 7 лет назад

    In case of next cheap watch podcast, question: What are your opinions on watch mods (i.e. seiko with an Ocean Planet style bezel), or homages, not out and out fakes. My new move has prevented me from tinkering with my karmann ghia in the driveway, and modding a seiko looks like the same type of fun without the need for space. I've always liked the idea of making something "my own", but detest the idea of the horological version of a c300 w/ AMG badges.

  • @audiguy1978
    @audiguy1978 6 лет назад

    What are your thoughts on Glycine watches? I have a blacked out Airman that I enjoy as a daily.

  • @scubajo179
    @scubajo179 7 лет назад +3

    Love the seiko just wondering where you can find it

  • @mattwasilewicz9677
    @mattwasilewicz9677 7 лет назад

    I started with a Boy London watch that my dad bought me. Man, that things was so awesome when I was 7 years old, wish I still had it. Anyone else remember those?

  • @henriqueoliveiramonteiroda1134
    @henriqueoliveiramonteiroda1134 6 лет назад

    You should include the Chinese Tevise T801A. This watch costs $22 with an interesting tounji automatic movement inside and real 316L stainless steel oyster bracelet. It's a very nice example about the prince and value patterns in modern watchmaking industry.

  • @ALifeWithCars
    @ALifeWithCars 7 лет назад

    Great show guys, for cheap watches next time I would love to see what you think about a more mass produced citizen watch. Again great show guys I agree with the statements on the mvmt watches great looking and you can’t expect the world with build quality. But decent look for any occasion. The Carnoisseurs approve Watch and Listen!

    • @gmansplit
      @gmansplit 7 лет назад

      You can't expect the world, but you can expect SOMETHING for 100 bucks. MVMT watches are made in China by factories that make all of these sorts of cheap shitty quartz fashion watches. They cost less than 10 dollars each to make, and are not only horribly ugly(far too big, with basically no design), but are ultra low quality. I saw a review of one where 4 of the indices on the dial had fallen off after a year of ownership. For 100-150 dollars you could buy two Seiko SNK809's, a Seiko SKX, an Orient Bambino, an Orient Mako II, a nice G-Shock, a Casio Duro(50 bucks), an Invicta Pro Diver, a Timex weekender, a Seiko Sup880, any number of vintage watches etc. I could keep going. My point is that watches like MVMT do NOT represent any sort of value, nor are they "affordable luxury" like they say. Some of the aforementioned watches, especially the SKX, SNK809, and Mako II are known to last decades without service and still tick along just fine at the end. Look at this hilarious imgur for more info. imgur.com/a/6CNO8

  • @navingreat
    @navingreat 6 лет назад

    I looove this channel. Please never stop 🙏♥️

  • @ieuanm
    @ieuanm 7 лет назад +6

    The MVMT chrono is an odd one to me, in that it's a chrono you can't really use as the dials are all unmarked. But style over substance makes sense in a fashion watch I suppose.

  • @richdubbya
    @richdubbya 6 лет назад

    There was a bit of Soviet innovation.. The shock resistance for example.. Also there are onesvwith pins so the gaskets regain some waterproofing not stressing the gaskets...

  • @davidlacour4815
    @davidlacour4815 7 лет назад +5

    Orient watches are really good too, owned by seiko

  • @JasonSimonSmith
    @JasonSimonSmith 6 лет назад

    Lovin' the show mates !
    Cheap trick suggestions: Swatch varieties, Seiko 5 line, and the deep pool of affordable vintage out there..
    Cheers

  • @anoopmathew82
    @anoopmathew82 7 лет назад +2

    How do ya'll feel about Tissot and Victorinox automatic/mechanical movement watches for that entry level mechanical watch? I see a few of them online often in that 400-700$ range and have been cross shopping some with a few Hamilton models (specifically Tissot: T-Lord, PRS 516. Victorinox: Alliance, and Airboss. and Hamilton Navy GMT/UTC, or Pilot auto. Thanks again for the great stuff guys, and great upgrade on the camera!

    • @MarkDStroyer
      @MarkDStroyer 7 лет назад +1

      Anoop Mathew I also am highly interested in exactly that. I also see a lot of quartz Tissot watches on a budget level and wonder if they’re worth it compared to equivalent money in Japanese.

    • @deludedgroove3219
      @deludedgroove3219 7 лет назад +1

      I don't have a lot of experience with comparisons in this price range but I can say that my Tissot PR 100 auto has been running flawlessly for 5 years.

    • @anoopmathew82
      @anoopmathew82 7 лет назад

      Thanks for the input!

    • @limulus61
      @limulus61 7 лет назад +1

      I have a Tissot automatic with a 2824 movement that was about $800 when new (no longer in their catalog). I've had it for about 5yrs, maybe more and it has been one of the more accurate autos I own and it can be a daily wear watch. Also has a sapphire crystal.

    • @metalmann7
      @metalmann7 6 лет назад

      My Hamilton Khaki Field Auto has been a great watch for about 3 years now!

  • @ChoPi-Eww
    @ChoPi-Eww 6 лет назад

    A month ago I happened to get the Seiko SARY055 that you featured around 17:30 (and was Cameron's favorite!). I changed to a blue / grey NATO strap, which matches the dial nicely. But I overpaid :( Hope to get a Weiss before too long.

  • @hmdtvkli
    @hmdtvkli 5 лет назад

    How come you did not mention Swatch as one of the most important makers of cheap watches at all?!

  • @lowristocrat3824
    @lowristocrat3824 6 лет назад

    I have a gold and silver one of those automatic seikos , both were had for UNDER $30!!!! on ebay

    • @lowristocrat3824
      @lowristocrat3824 6 лет назад

      This episode must be for me because i also have a couple different komandiske vostok s too, both 30 dollar watches and a piojet russion watch that was 50, all mechanical watches

    • @lowristocrat3824
      @lowristocrat3824 6 лет назад

      and the suuntoo has my bday as the date

  • @TylerTRD
    @TylerTRD 7 лет назад

    Great show. I love my SKX007, happy to see it make the cut. Keep up the good work!

  • @keys1177
    @keys1177 6 лет назад

    Love this , such a chill podcast 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

  • @ericdare3554
    @ericdare3554 7 лет назад

    love the new watch cam, how about a good work watch, I'm a carpenter and currently use a momentum dive watch. great watch but looking for an upgrade and thinking about the victorinox inox titanium?

  • @felaguro
    @felaguro 7 лет назад

    Hey Matt! Just saw your video on the other channel! And this is awesome! Because besides Cars I also love watches man! Keep it up and best wishes!

  • @broncobill392
    @broncobill392 6 лет назад

    Thank god for the new camera setup. So much better.

  • @yohannpimenta8394
    @yohannpimenta8394 7 лет назад +5

    a lazer pointer for cameron might be useful when pointing things out on watches rather than using a pen