If anyone is curious, the MBK Vierra bit drivers (along with a lot of the other lathe-style products advertised as USA-Made, like the toothpick stash) are made by their friend Daniel Coffey, AKA Black Water Machine Works out of Prunedale, CA. He makes bit drivers out of a lot of really wild and interesting materials, so if brass isn't your cup of tea but you like the rest of the design, go check him out!
I kinda like the idea of an occasional round-up of the "B-minus Students". Chipped Gems! Sometimes a generally imperfect piece can be important to know about, because it might be useful but only in certain situations or it might be useful as a beater or a back-up because it's cheap for the purpose or easily acquired in a pinch, etc. There is something to be said for this kind of gear and, if you've the time, you probably have the perspective to judge them!
Nice video. I own a Traska Summiteer and love it. High beat Miyota movement, great case finishing, excellent bracelet, and the case/bracelet have a coating to resist scratches (that actually works). It's no luxury piece, but well worth the price, IMO.
This quick review style is good to watch & I hope a bit easier for you to put out. I agree with your comments on the Erebus Origin. I bought one in the purple helix & while it is a good watch & has an interesting dial I find I don't wear it much due to the weight (the 39mm version would be better or a Ti version) & the rough edges on almost everything. It just doesn't bring me joy the way something better finished does. Almost no other reviewer has mentioned this but it does make a big difference if you actually wear the watch.
Nick, Greetings from a Tiny Island in Maine, USA I found this multi item mini review quite interesting. I think myself, and possibly some others, may use this format to help make future decisions. 1 more vote for : Keep ‘em coming 👍
First of all, Nick, great video! For some reason months ago I missed a video or something and it (the expletive algorithm) removed your channel from my recommended watching cycle. I like the design of the pens. They do seem very well made and I do like the options although I have always been a clicker and I like the click clack as part of it. Throughout College and most of my adult life I have used a Parker Jotter of various versions (and yes, I still have the 2 that I carried while in college) and in more recent years the Zebra 701 that I converted to Parker/Fisher refills as well as converted from the supposedly all metal that still had the plastic on top to a full Stainless model rather then just buying the newer fully stainless because I'm both a tinkerer and stubborn. While those are nice, and I'm in the market for a metal mechanical pencil, $80 is far to pricey for me as I tend to not be willing to spend more then $30 for a pen/pencil. It's one of the standards I set for myself to prevent me from "over doing it". On the knife, I understand where you are coming from regarding the operation of it. It's a nice knife but wouldn't be much for me either. I carried a Buck Crosslock from 1994 up till 2016 which is a thumb stud type opener. I can't get used to flippers and the like, nor can I seem to get the index finger flick thing going. Thank you for the review of that ring. I started out wearing a Moto 360 2nd Gen smartwatch because I was in IT prior to being put on the disabled list due to the effects of Primary Progressive Multiple Sclerosis. Once that gave out (I just need to replace the battery but don't have the time or energy to do so), I switched to a Galaxy Watch 4 Classic because I have large wrists and prefer larger metal watches. I did this because while I would like to wear a nice automatic watch, having the notifications and bio data is very handy given my situation. I thought that one of these rings would allow me to wear it and an Auto, but alas it sounds like it's not an option either. I'm not paying for a subscription for something that should just report to an app on my phone or even onto my server PC on my own home network. So again, thank you! While I due currently wear a size 12 on my ring finger, down from a size 15 due to nerve damage and lack of use of that finger much, I probably just stick with the rings I'm making for myself out of Deer Antler, rather then purchase your ring there lol.
Hay Nick. I have two of these new Machine-Era pens that I like very much, one Titanium Click and one Titanium Twist with a brass twister. The brass nut on the twist mechanism can be screwed down or up to control how far the refill protrudes out of the pen. So nice.
I’ve been waiting to hear what you think about the oura ring, I was on the fence about getting a pair for the wife and I, guess we’ll wait for the technology to evolve a little hopefully in a subscription free direction. Thanks!
I wore a Fitbit for years (on my right wrist, left wrist is for the watch collection). I got an Oura v4 for Chrismakah and I really like it. It has never overheated and the battery lasts 7-8 days. I think that Oura has acknowledged issues with epoxy separation in v3 rings. I sized it for my pinky, and it works fine and I only notice it when I'm trying not to scratch one of my good knives (like my new Excaliber :-) ), Be well, Nick,
Miyota movements are definately NOT ETA clones. These 9015/9039 movements are much newer proprietary designs from the Citizen group and are solid competitors to the ETA/Sellita movements for mid-priced and budget watches.
Better than standard ETA 2824 and 2836 movements and their clones in fact. Unlike those ETA calibers and its clones, you can hand wind the Miyota 9xxx series for a decade without fear of breaking a gear. Miyota 9xxx series is more reliable and durable. Some are annoyed with the only con: the noisy unidirectional rotating rotor. That never bothered me tho.
@@RabbitWatchShop This has always been a big question for me. I know that these old school ETA clone movements are critical to the "Swiss Made" label and their weird regulations about that national label. Why not produce a good movement for the $500-$2000 market that fixes those long term QC issues?
I've really been wanting to pick up an Erebus for a while. I've been trying to cut back on watch buying though (we'll see how long that lasts). Also I feel like something tracking my stress would stress me out.
I was looking at the field pens as well, just have not pulled the trigger. Other pens just don't hit the same way the tiscribe does, so I have been hesitant to purchase more.
Everyone has their threshold. I use my $200 Spydercos and Benchmades regularly. Lots of people daily drive their $600 Chris Reeve knives and I think that is "crazy". They probably think people who buy $3,000 custom knives are nuts.
Honest question, not being a jerk here: now that we all have to be carrying our cellphones at all times, why would a date function mean anything functionally? I'm not a watch guy, I haven't worn a wrist watch regularly probably in the last 25 years, once I had to start carrying a celly at all times, with the time and date in it at all times. What are the use-cases where you'd need to know and remember the date again and again in a day enough times where you need it on your wrist, not just going to your pocket for the phone, once or twice a day?
@@mikececconi2677 For me, it's easier than pulling my phone out of my pocket. Same reason I wear a watch. It's easier to check the time by looking down at my wrist. And it's not a case of needing to know the date multiple times a day, but rather just nice to have the feature available when ever I need it. Hope that answered your question.
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Nick, please keep doing this sort of video. It's both helpful and enjoyable.
If anyone is curious, the MBK Vierra bit drivers (along with a lot of the other lathe-style products advertised as USA-Made, like the toothpick stash) are made by their friend Daniel Coffey, AKA Black Water Machine Works out of Prunedale, CA. He makes bit drivers out of a lot of really wild and interesting materials, so if brass isn't your cup of tea but you like the rest of the design, go check him out!
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The Slow Mo Guys just did video super close and slow on an Omega Speedmaster action, pretty cool if you’re in to that sort of thing
I do like the gear round up video like this. I hope you do more.
I kinda like the idea of an occasional round-up of the "B-minus Students". Chipped Gems! Sometimes a generally imperfect piece can be important to know about, because it might be useful but only in certain situations or it might be useful as a beater or a back-up because it's cheap for the purpose or easily acquired in a pinch, etc. There is something to be said for this kind of gear and, if you've the time, you probably have the perspective to judge them!
Well done, Nick. You ploughed through neatly and I got all the information I needed. It's go9d to mix the format up a bit from time to time.
Nice video. I own a Traska Summiteer and love it. High beat Miyota movement, great case finishing, excellent bracelet, and the case/bracelet have a coating to resist scratches (that actually works). It's no luxury piece, but well worth the price, IMO.
This quick review style is good to watch & I hope a bit easier for you to put out.
I agree with your comments on the Erebus Origin. I bought one in the purple helix & while it is a good watch & has an interesting dial I find I don't wear it much due to the weight (the 39mm version would be better or a Ti version) & the rough edges on almost everything. It just doesn't bring me joy the way something better finished does. Almost no other reviewer has mentioned this but it does make a big difference if you actually wear the watch.
Cool format. Yeah, monthly subscriptions for items are always a deal breakers.
This format seems like a great idea for a "monthly great stuff" videos.
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I’d been wondering about that knife! Thanks for the quick review!
Nick, Greetings from a Tiny Island in Maine, USA
I found this multi item mini review quite interesting.
I think myself, and possibly some others, may use this format to help make future decisions.
1 more vote for : Keep ‘em coming 👍
My watch brand on Nick Shabazz! It's a beautiful thing. Thanks mate.
Great to see another video about anything :)
First of all, Nick, great video! For some reason months ago I missed a video or something and it (the expletive algorithm) removed your channel from my recommended watching cycle.
I like the design of the pens. They do seem very well made and I do like the options although I have always been a clicker and I like the click clack as part of it. Throughout College and most of my adult life I have used a Parker Jotter of various versions (and yes, I still have the 2 that I carried while in college) and in more recent years the Zebra 701 that I converted to Parker/Fisher refills as well as converted from the supposedly all metal that still had the plastic on top to a full Stainless model rather then just buying the newer fully stainless because I'm both a tinkerer and stubborn. While those are nice, and I'm in the market for a metal mechanical pencil, $80 is far to pricey for me as I tend to not be willing to spend more then $30 for a pen/pencil. It's one of the standards I set for myself to prevent me from "over doing it".
On the knife, I understand where you are coming from regarding the operation of it. It's a nice knife but wouldn't be much for me either. I carried a Buck Crosslock from 1994 up till 2016 which is a thumb stud type opener. I can't get used to flippers and the like, nor can I seem to get the index finger flick thing going.
Thank you for the review of that ring. I started out wearing a Moto 360 2nd Gen smartwatch because I was in IT prior to being put on the disabled list due to the effects of Primary Progressive Multiple Sclerosis. Once that gave out (I just need to replace the battery but don't have the time or energy to do so), I switched to a Galaxy Watch 4 Classic because I have large wrists and prefer larger metal watches. I did this because while I would like to wear a nice automatic watch, having the notifications and bio data is very handy given my situation. I thought that one of these rings would allow me to wear it and an Auto, but alas it sounds like it's not an option either. I'm not paying for a subscription for something that should just report to an app on my phone or even onto my server PC on my own home network. So again, thank you! While I due currently wear a size 12 on my ring finger, down from a size 15 due to nerve damage and lack of use of that finger much, I probably just stick with the rings I'm making for myself out of Deer Antler, rather then purchase your ring there lol.
Love this kind of content, almost as much as I love the puns
Hay Nick. I have two of these new Machine-Era pens that I like very much, one Titanium Click and one Titanium Twist with a brass twister. The brass nut on the twist mechanism can be screwed down or up to control how far the refill protrudes out of the pen. So nice.
Nick I thought you were mauled by a bear, glad to see you back with another video!
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I have that same Traska and it's one of my favorites in my collection!
I’ve been waiting to hear what you think about the oura ring, I was on the fence about getting a pair for the wife and I, guess we’ll wait for the technology to evolve a little hopefully in a subscription free direction. Thanks!
I wore a Fitbit for years (on my right wrist, left wrist is for the watch collection). I got an Oura v4 for Chrismakah and I really like it. It has never overheated and the battery lasts 7-8 days. I think that Oura has acknowledged issues with epoxy separation in v3 rings. I sized it for my pinky, and it works fine and I only notice it when I'm trying not to scratch one of my good knives (like my new Excaliber :-) ), Be well, Nick,
Thank you Nick!
Nick you should do a product review about the FISKARS small compact folding keychain scissors✂️
Thanks for sharing. 👍👍👍
Miyota movements are definately NOT ETA clones. These 9015/9039 movements are much newer proprietary designs from the Citizen group and are solid competitors to the ETA/Sellita movements for mid-priced and budget watches.
Better than standard ETA 2824 and 2836 movements and their clones in fact. Unlike those ETA calibers and its clones, you can hand wind the Miyota 9xxx series for a decade without fear of breaking a gear. Miyota 9xxx series is more reliable and durable. Some are annoyed with the only con: the noisy unidirectional rotating rotor. That never bothered me tho.
@@RabbitWatchShop This has always been a big question for me. I know that these old school ETA clone movements are critical to the "Swiss Made" label and their weird regulations about that national label. Why not produce a good movement for the $500-$2000 market that fixes those long term QC issues?
What watch can replace the Traska, hopefully not any larger?
I've really been wanting to pick up an Erebus for a while. I've been trying to cut back on watch buying though (we'll see how long that lasts). Also I feel like something tracking my stress would stress me out.
I was looking at the field pens as well, just have not pulled the trigger. Other pens just don't hit the same way the tiscribe does, so I have been hesitant to purchase more.
Hey Nick, check out Tsao watches. A guy trying to do assembly in Maryland. Some nice designs for a micro brand.
Hey, do you have any Invicta? I'd like to hear your criticism
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Take a look at Traser watches Nick, with tritium illuminescence.
For the price of the Traska I'd rather get a Henry Archer, their finishing and dials are on a whole other level.
The Nick!
The Shitter watches ... Archie would have a stroke .
Nothing for you then 🛸
Do people use their pocket knives worth over 250$
Knives have become art pieces in reality.
Everyone has their threshold. I use my $200 Spydercos and Benchmades regularly. Lots of people daily drive their $600 Chris Reeve knives and I think that is "crazy". They probably think people who buy $3,000 custom knives are nuts.
@Black_Cat_997 I've yet to come across a pre-owned Sebenza with any signs of use on them. Lol
@@bronco1199 LOL
no date function. no bueno
Honest question, not being a jerk here: now that we all have to be carrying our cellphones at all times, why would a date function mean anything functionally? I'm not a watch guy, I haven't worn a wrist watch regularly probably in the last 25 years, once I had to start carrying a celly at all times, with the time and date in it at all times. What are the use-cases where you'd need to know and remember the date again and again in a day enough times where you need it on your wrist, not just going to your pocket for the phone, once or twice a day?
@@mikececconi2677 For me, it's easier than pulling my phone out of my pocket. Same reason I wear a watch. It's easier to check the time by looking down at my wrist. And it's not a case of needing to know the date multiple times a day, but rather just nice to have the feature available when ever I need it. Hope that answered your question.