Vintage Military Watches Reborn PART 1 - Reissues of Divers, Field Watches & Pilot Watches
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- Опубликовано: 30 апр 2020
- In this video I present you eight modern military watches, which follow the tradition of military timepieces. Topics are pilot watches aka Flieger, divers and mechanical field watches. Learn more about legends like the Dirty Dozen watch, the B-Uhr or the chronograph for naval use.
Brands in this video are Seiko, Longines, Oris, Seagull, Timor, Stowa, Hamilton, Laco and Vostok.
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As a former British Royal Marine I Purchased a M100 Vertex last year....Love it.
Yeah - nailed it again, Tim. The flieger watches have lovely dials - and if anyone is thinking of getting one, get one with the thermally blued steel hands. The blued steel is lovely in different lights.
I just pull the trigger for a Laco yesterday after hesitating a long time between Laco or Stowa and I decided to go for the more true to original approach. Great video, very informative as always! Thanks.
Part 2: yes. Please go more in depth on the 12 brands and their ditty dozen watches
Come for the watches, stay for the suits... and the jazz.
Yes, please! Give us more on these awesome watches please! They are incredible, military watches are bad ass and new renditions of vintage models are awesome. I'm in the market, so please gimme more!
The " Broad Arrow " mark is found on all British Military equipment. It's been used since the middle ages and is thought to represent the English archers of that period.
Artefacts recovered from The Mary Rose, Henry VIII flagship, carried this mark. So it's one of the oldest military symbols that is still in use..and it puts Longinges ' trademark in its place !
I agree. Thanks, I didn't know it went back to Henry VIII . You replied whilst I was searching for an old ex WD (War Department) spanner with it on. It can be seen on many types of ex forces equipment, particularly items which may be "borrowed" (ie stolen) such as clothing or tools. The broad arrow logo also appears on the navigation/mapping triangulation points used by the Ordnance Survey who began official navigational mapping of the UK.
I have also seen the 'Crows foot' Broad arrow engraved in stone on some buildings around the old gunpowder factory in Waltham Abbey. Essex.
@@agw100100 I didn't know about the maps. Would they be War Department maps ?...Or maybe the WD commissioned them...
Yes. It dates back to June, 1791 according to history section of Ordnance Survey's own website. This tells of their military origin. It's 45 years since I used a trig point in earnest so I have just had a quick bike ride to my nearest one and can confirm that it has a cast metal plate, inset into the cement structure carrying the Broad Arrow.
Yeah, the origins of the broad arrow symbol are pretty old. However it wasn't used on absolutely all British military watches. Some of the RAF issued watches from the early part of WW2 had "A.M." stamped on the case-back instead - standing for Air Ministry. The watches issued later on in the war (and postwar during the 1950s and 60s) all had the arrow.
Thanks, Tim for the great sum-up of a very interesting watch category.
I did have several military watches over the years, I have to say my favorite were Stowa, Arsa, and Laco.
I attempted to have a military watch from every era and was successful but at the end sold all the collection to get myself an Explorer II.
Part two please. Enjoying the history of these time pieces.
Had a Seiko 5 military in the army for years as a backup watch.
Did a great job.
As in world war 2 themed watches, I prefer the type xx, x, XI or pobeda/zim
Another great video, appreciate your thorough research. Stowa is definitely on my radar!
Two more reasons I like military style watches are:
1. Nostalgia for my time in the military.
2. Big numbers with good contrast for my old eyes to read at a glance - so it's not so obvious I'm checking the time.
Your historic context videos are my favorites, please do more. Between the watches and the gypsy jazz , yours is my favorite channel on RUclips.
I really enjoyed this video! I love historical timepieces so much. They’re great! I own the beautiful Hamilton Khaki Pilot Pioneer and I have to say, that I am so deeply in love with this little guy. It’s such a perfect watch for me. I got this for 600 dollars which is amazing brand new. Definitely a piece that will stay til the day I leave this earth!
I have owned two Stowa classics and they are amazing watches, simple but stunning.
Great quality content, Tim. Keep'em coming. Your channel deserves a lot more subscribers. I'm also a big fan of analyzing watch people series. Please make more for those. I stumbled upon your channel because of that series and kept watching all the great videos.
Yes of course we want part 2..as if you didnt know. My proposal: Marathon. Keep up the good work.
*looks at wallet* how about Timex? They also have heritage
I absolutely agree with you on Stowa and Laco Flieger watches, I think they make the most accurate representation of the original designs, both great styles but I always preferred the type B dial myself, very unique and super legible, very cool pieces 👍
Really enjoyable again Tim I am going to look for that Hamilton and love the Timor both perfect for my skinny wrist more please!
Love my Stowa Flieger Klassic. Have the 36mm due to my toothpick wrists, but in full agreement there's just something about the simplicity of the Stowa that draws you in. And despite not being overly expensive, it starts more conversations with other knowledgeable watch owners than timepieces costing 10x as much. A lot of people have just never seen one in except in photos. I love knowing Im almost always the only one in the room with a Stowa.
I'm wearing my Stowa Flieger 41mm right now and I can guarantee I am the only one in my town wearing a Stowa. Exclusivity for a good price, you can't go wrong!
Yes to Part 2. Great video, very entertaining. I had a chance to buy thr Oris 1917 (and still might) but decided on the Oris bronze "bico" that you're wearing here! Love that watch, nothing quite like it, a real favorite.
Great video as always. I loved that Timor, will be looking forward to that one. Hamilton also very cool.
Tim, loved it . Keep rockin!
Yes for part two Tim!
Really great video mate. Why have I not come across your channel earlier. Love the amount of info you packed into that. Good stuff, looking forward to watching more.
Great fun, really enjoyed this video. Another one on military watches? yes please.👍
I really enjoy your content, and you have a great personality. Sincerely!!! I love the Timor
Vertex M100 - great video by the way - thank you so much. Very entertaining and informative !!!!
Great video Tim. Yes please do a part 2.
Another wonderful presentation ...Thank you. Always nice to wind down after a 12 hour shift..
Thanks very much for this no-nonsense review blog of yours. I appreciate your clean, clear sense of style and your sound and candid reviews. Too many seek to draw much more attention to themselves, often with sloppy dress, and loud and foul language, generally to the disadvantage of the watches themselves.
Your videos are outstanding-- always great information!
I've been toying with getting a CWC Mellor/Hamilton RAF reissue next, it's the next on my list and I'm not even speaking in metaphor I wrote out an actual list to try and cut down on just buying everything.
I love the shape of it, simplicity of the dial and I currently don't have a pilot watch so it checks a lot of boxes for me.
Very informative, part two please !❤
Thanks for another great video, Tim! How about a Part II, perhaps including the no-date Sub and some Panerai Luminor Marina?
Thank you for the video all this information made me realize what style of watches I like, specifically that 70's design with the Hamilton. Reminds me of the tudor 36 and that one unimatic watch.
This has become my favorite watch channel
Yes absolutely, this one AND TGV+ H. Mountbatten
I would love part two of this subject
Another 1st class vid. cheers Tim.
Thanks for the comment, JAPD, I will edit the images longer next time.
Yes, please do a part 2. A couple of suggestions: CWC watches (any of them) and the RAF navigator bicompax choronos from the early 70s, similar to Dirty Dozen, five manufacturers made the same design. CWC (one of the 5) sells a Valjoux recreation that's not cheap, but Newmark (a reboot of one of the 5) sells a recreation with a Seiko meca-quartz movement at a very low price - great watch.
Timex, Citizen, and Seiko make good versions of the "Dirty Dozen" look.
This has to be one of your best video's Tim. Of course I could be biased because this is my area of interest and I was one of the first to back the re-issue of the Timor Heritage field watch and I am looking forward to getting for use. I also have the Serica WWW which is a Dirty Dozen inspired watch. I would really enjoy more videos along the military/field watch genre. Thanks again Tim for a really super vid. Brian.
Fascinating! Thank you!
Thanks for watching.
Tim, the dandiest watch daddy around. Cheers 😁
Pulling off a plaid vest on a plaid shirt. Does it right.
Cracking video mate - bravo!
Excellent and informative video! Thank you! I would be interested in a Part Two. Other brands - Vertex, Bulova, CWC, Marathon...those are some that come to mind.
I bought an Amphibia for €8 but spent about €30 on a new strap. Doesn't keep good time but still like the look. Seagull 1963 is a watch I will get sometime. Of the others the Hamilton mechanical is one I might consider. Great video Tim, thanks.
Very interesting video, thank you. As I am ex-military, I love field watches and Fliegers. Part 2 please!
Nice vid.. I think you must do part two. Hey Tim.. do a video discussing the “synthetic escapement” on these hamilton movements. I want to know more before I buy one. Sounds like a cost cutting measure with plastic parts. Would really appreciate you finding out more for your viewers.
Excelente video, I hope you would do the second part. Thanks for the video
Great Content Tim..Very interesting.
I would definitely like to see a Part 2.
Not to forget IWC. The latter even added a lead shield. The outside measurements were similar to Luftwaffe specifications, but the movement was much smaller as Laco, Wempe etc, though more precise.
Great content. Part 2 please!
yes the Hamilton is lovely. good video as always and a yes for part two
Outstanding information. Thank you Tim!
Thanks for watching!
I do like these style of watches.
My favorite type of watch
Great video. Tons of useful info. Thanks
Wonderful post. Thank you.
Pleasure. Thanks for watching.
BTW. If you've watched the film 'Monty Python and the Holy Grail' you
might have noticed that there is a Wizard called Tim who helps the knights on their way to finding the Grail. Very appropriate. You should get a white rabbit for your shelf in the background.
Check out the Vaer A12 "Dirty Dozen". Nicely done, thin and a good movement.
I own the Longines Heritage Military 1938. It is versatile enough to be worn both casually and for dress. It comes with two nice straps and a strap changing tool. I originally was looking at a Stowa or Laco B-Uhr and I found their dials and straps to be such that the versatility of these watches was much more limited than the Longines.
Another great video, Tim. I was unfamiliar with the Oris 1917.
Really nice review mate...!
Great selection, part 2 please
One of your best videos ever!
Thank you, Tim!
I believe there were 5 original manufacturers of Beobachtungsuhr - you forgot IWC. I also love Stowa. They have so many beautiful watches. Have you seen the proportions on the new marine 36mm handaufzug with "kleiner sekunde" (peseux 7001 movement)? I would love to hear your opinion on that one. It seems so simple on the surface, but to me the restraint in design shows so many perfectly executed details.
I've never noticed my seagull as being too tall with it's Nato strap, and I wouldn't swap it for any other strap.
My strap is khaki coloured, the same as the dial colour and looks great.
Great video!
Superb vid Sir!
Thanks Bob! 😀
The SLA 33 is a fantastic watch, but a luxury reissue with astonishingly good quality and a Grand Seiko movement. You’ll be pleased to learn that Seiko are reissuing much cheaper versions of the ‘Willard’ later this year.
I will go for the Zero-bullshit 36.5mm Timor®! I have a custom made B-uhr Laco® Stuttgart 37mm, the battle is imminent!!!
"Men like to play with Robust tools" ??😂😂 How did I end up here?
Well researched and presented - I learned quite a bit and now thinking I need to have a serious look at Stova. Somewhat envious of your linguistic skills :). Looking forward to another one.
Thanks!
But no need to feel envy! I cannot count my errors anymore, but the viewers are tolerant. ;-)
my brother bought one in vietnam in 1970 and had it shipped home. the soldiers price was35.00 through pacex. he never wore it so it sits new in the box.
Great Explanation ! Best wishes from Southern California
Ha Tim, great episode as always!
Maybe it is nice to do something with the Dutch Military watches by Fromanteel..?
Would make sone unique content!
Keep up the good work, and stay save!
Love my Tag "Targa Florio" . Issued to the mid 50s Mercedes racing team drivers .
Also well cool video. I think you are one of the more down to earth/practical youtubers. when it comes to watch prices etc etc.
I do like the look of the 'Dirty Dozen' watches, this is why I was so disappointed with the Longines in your recent video at 43mm. I appreciate the pocket watch origins but it's not for me which is a shame because I would have liked to have a Longines in my collection. I had short listed the Stowa 36mm. but thought the dial too similar to my IWC flieger, after watching this I'm leaning towards the Hamilton. I grew up during the Vietnam era and remember it very well and feel I have more of a connection with it. Thanks for the review Tim.
Thank you, cool channel
I have that Hamilton pilot pioneer. Very nice watch, good size if you like a smaller watch as well
There are counterfeits of $20 Casios. Anything can be counterfeited. Great videos.
The original B-uhr were indeed made by Stowa, Laco, A. Lange & Söhne, Wempe but also a 5th company IWC. It would appear that IWC are trying to distance themselves from any involvement to German forces.
Why
Tutima deserve a mention Tim, great content by the way!
That’s a pin set movement. That was common on pocketwatches in that era though I’ve never seen it on an automatic movement or a wristwatch. Cool touch
Excellent video. +1 for the Stowa - 2 years in with mine and it's been a superb watch.
Thanks!
please review longines military heritage, the one with the white dial
As you point out, the price point for the Seiko was a bad decision. The “old Seiko 5 Sports” produced an automatic movement military watch face in green with a green canvas strap and a 100 meter water resistance, about two years ago.Great readable dial. Has secondary military 2400 hour numbers below the large ones. At about $150 it is one of the true values I have purchased. If I had to reduce my collection to 4 watches, this one would stay.
You just can't go wrong with the Hamilton Khaki Field !
Very nice video! Thank you very much! I already own a seagull 1963 and a Vostok and now I am interesting for a german Flieger. I am between Stowa and Laco.
Stowa and Laco are pretty close. If you buy pieces in the same price region.
I own a truly affordable modern military watch worn by soldiers all over the world; Casio F91 W 🙂
But these are all very cool historically relevant watches.
I think one day the Casio will be a cool historically relevant watch too 🙂
Hi, Tim, Love your varied content and site ambiance. My father was in COMSEC intelligence and went to Lebanon in the early 1960"s. His normal watch was a black dial military Lemania, but he needed a chronometer. He bought a Breitling Unitime REF 1765 rotating bezel 24 hour chronometer in a shop in Beirut. I have the watch here in Germany and would love to know more about it.
Love the video, just subscribed.
Thanks for the subscription!
Yes, part 2 please
good video thanks
A part two Tim?Of course,but then i always look forward to your videos.I have just taken delivery of a Perpetual SC03 which is very much styled from early twentieth century watches with that trench watch look (I'm in lust).You deserve to see this company's offerings,very interesting and beautiful (I'm biased of course)..........................
Part Two would be great.
Tim, regarding the Oris 1917 I think by then they hadn't the technology to pull the crown and set the time, I have a pocket watch from the mid 1800's which has the same feature, the push button at 2 o clock. So they re-made it indeed realistic :)
Tim do you really have to ask of course we want part 2 + 3 LOL great video as usual
Excellent video as always accurate on all matters concerning the watches on cinema not so dirty dozen come out in 67 not 63 back to watching your video almost as good as the movie certainly more informative 👍 😀