They need to get that 24hr subdial to work as an alternate timezone. The company that gets that figured out on an inexpensive chrono is gonna be able to print money.
Yep. I pulled out my neo 70s to compare. I like the new ones better, mainly because I prefer the hands. But they're far too similar for me to justify making a purchase
I have not checked to see if they ship to the USA or if there is a shipping fee but a simple currency converter of 202 pounds is about 265 US dollars. Seems pretty good with Solar and Sapphire. I have never seen an Orient watch with solar or sapphire.
Just received my ascent, mate what a beauty you should be proud. I haven't not known the time since it was on my wrist 😂 fascinated and bewitched. Thanks mate ❤
@@JustOneMoreWatch that orange fume dial is 🤌 my favourite is when going into low light and that blue lume lights up against the smoky dark refractive orange dial.
I do like these but my blue helix Ascent arrived on Tuesday. It'll be my daily for a long time methinks. Absolutely stunning mate, can't wait to see what you come up with next!
Got my white Ascent yesterday and love it, the attention to detail and quick-adjustment bracelet make it look and wear so nice. Now I'm just sad that I don't have a black or adventurine one as well.
It's a really nice looking chrono with a beautiful color dial. I just got the white dial Seiko Speedtimer in 39mm for around $450 USD on Amazon. I put it on a Sinn leather strap I wasn't using, and I'm amazed how good it looks.
Just picked up a green segues zenith mechanic chronograph the retro canvas strap one and wow I love it just what I wanted you reviewed it awhile back 👌
Holy cow, thank you so much! I literally was about to pull the trigger between the 42mm Orient solar (which is a lil big for me) or a San Martin. BUt this might be the perfect 3rd option. I've become way more partial to solar for the convenience of grabbing it out of the box and just throwing it on.
Received my Ascents yesterday (black and green), sized up the bracelets and the green has been on my wrist since. Call me very impressed. Design, quality, bracelet. All excellent in my opinion. We’ll done!!!
This is just a new version of my old Solar Orient Neo 70s. It has sapphire now, but it’s the same watch. It is a great watch though. I wear mine a lot. So practical.
Always loved the Orient "Rothman's Pall Mall" style logo. They have actually made some rather cool quartz chrono's in the past and although I don't like quartz there was one exceedingly cool one that I saw in Japan that I very nearly purchased. Very stylish. This one - yeah hate the angled date at 4.30, I would prefer a different colour for the sub dials than black and the plain silver hands on the sub dials look tacky. The sub marine colour is cool. Great review.
Maybe a second model with a quality bracelet and better lume could be introduced. There is a good possibility the clasp itself can be upgraded by buyers; I did that with my old Mako USA
I've said this before, but I wish that watch companies would give you the option of buying just the watch head, rather than insisting on you taking a cheap bracelet that's going to be immediately removed and stuffed into a box, there to spend far longer than six months in total darkness.
And they dont even know you exist to begin with. Its the same thing as car coming with tires. They make money off straps too so they are not gonna let you have that option
I like my Ascent so much, my other watches are not going to be getting any wrist time for a while… And this Orient is brilliant also! Speaking of which, I truly believe there is a Quartz Chronograph coming from Erebus in the future. 🤞🏼
Very tempting because it's solar powered with a sapphire face. A nice daily work watch that is reasonably priced with a decent movement. Overall a nice rounded package. However i would perhaps eventually have to change the bracelet.
The aquamarine version is a beauty. Citizen had some great affordable chronos in the past couple of years but this is going to be a winner as well. Considering the price it would probably be worth it to get an upgraded strap.
Looks alright, Interesting to see solar from orient and a cheaper aternative to the Seiko. I wouldn't even worry about the bracelet, just put on a leather strap.
It's fine...however, I'd opt for the citizen eco drive CA0810-88L titanium... it's currently around £220 on amazon in the UK... lovely video as always, btw clear, crisp, precise and full.of all the info you need to make a well judged decision 😊
Please could you help? I just purchased the blue model. Is the second hand supposed to be moving as it shows at 7:30 in the video? Mine is not moving... please advise. Thank you so much.
Good thing about crappy bracelets is they can be replaced. I replaced the bracelet on my Ray II once it started squeaking, totally worth the $70 for solid endlinks and a good clasp.
Hey Jody, Fantastic video, as always! A big thank you to everyone on the channel for your continued support! If anyone has any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us directly. All the best, WatchNation
I have to admit, I love unboxing things in nice boxes. That being said, How often do you go back to your original box? For me, I have a watch box(es) to house my collection. Nice large original watch boxes just take up space somewhere. My Dad has been carefully keeping track of his Omega Constellation Pie Pan watch box since 1958. I would rather the money be put into the watch itself. Opinions?
This watch is eerily similar to the Orient Neo 70's Solar Panda I purchased for about $60 cheaper even with the 25% discount. The Neo 70's is slightly larger at 42mm but wears smaller having the same Lug-to-Lug at 48.5mm and fits well. It also has 100M water resistance although I'll likely never take this in the ocean or a pool for swimming. It also has 3 adjustments on the bracelet. So in comparison, I think I'll keep my Neo 70 and pass on this Orient Stretto, thank you very much. 😅
Hey Jody, could you make a video covering the British brand microbrand Mönch? I recently bought a peripheral summit from them, and the quality is phenomenal for the price.
Monch looks horrible, fashion watches. Jody will roast them to a burnt black crisp. The entire website, the pictures, the corny 'our story' and watches themselves scream of cheap.
Yeah i'm a little curious how this works too. I can see that they do international shipping. But idk if there's a fee for converting or using payment from the US. and i don't think shipping will be free.
"if you find yourself living in total darkness for the next six month" It is September and I'm still in Scotland. What do you think is going to happen.
Like the watch. Aquamarine is my fav. Rather not have the 25 percent discount and a DECENT bracelet! Poor bracelets and clasps and endlinks actually ruin the watch IMO.
Chrono watches are not my thing, that said this is a nice looking watch. Date window! Never realy a fan of them (as the number tends to be so small its very hard to read) but if you cannot put it at "3" or "6" it just spoils the dial layout.
This would've been great if my Chrono itch wasn't already scratched by China (Sugess). It's about half the price of these while being mechanical. These are nice though. That green one looks really nice. Definitely would prefer it on a strap. I'll never buy another watch with hollow end links. The falling off the wrist thing is real and it happened to me.
Oh mane, i love this watch specially the light blue one. BUT hollow endlinks and de clasp is just and sadly a NO GO for me. Otherwise i would buy this sexy thang immediately. Cheers from Germany
The Ascents have arrived and by the gods they are Gorgeous!!!!!!
You bought multiple?
Couldnt agree more!
They need to get that 24hr subdial to work as an alternate timezone. The company that gets that figured out on an inexpensive chrono is gonna be able to print money.
Yes!!!
Seiko Daytona you can use 24 hr as second time zone or alarm,I got one years ago for $175 Canadian good luck finding them now unless there pre owned
@@ef8025 got a model number? maybe I can find something with the same movement
It shouldn't be rocket science
It's just a cheap out to getting a balanced looking dial.
Orient are known for their solartech watches in Brazil. They have many solar models that are exclusive to Orient Brazil.
Orient in Brazil is most popular watch, brazil is only country in have authorization to making exclusive watches .
Just received my black enamel Ascent. It scratches that Sarb itch i needed filled since selling mine and getting deep sellers remorse years ago.
I love Orient. I have several of their watches. The solar chronographs look like they use the same movement that Seiko uses in its recraft chronograph
Feels like an updated and cleaner Orient Neo 70s. Thanks for the video Jodi!
Yep. I pulled out my neo 70s to compare. I like the new ones better, mainly because I prefer the hands. But they're far too similar for me to justify making a purchase
I have not checked to see if they ship to the USA or if there is a shipping fee but a simple currency converter of 202 pounds is about 265 US dollars. Seems pretty good with Solar and Sapphire. I have never seen an Orient watch with solar or sapphire.
The Aqua face is beautiful. A fine watch. As I have done with my current Orient I would change out the bracelet for something better.
Just received my ascent, mate what a beauty you should be proud. I haven't not known the time since it was on my wrist 😂 fascinated and bewitched. Thanks mate ❤
Thank YOU! That's great to hear mate.
@@JustOneMoreWatch that orange fume dial is 🤌 my favourite is when going into low light and that blue lume lights up against the smoky dark refractive orange dial.
I do like these but my blue helix Ascent arrived on Tuesday. It'll be my daily for a long time methinks. Absolutely stunning mate, can't wait to see what you come up with next!
Received my Purple Helix Ascent today--wow!! Thanks, Jody--it's a stunner.
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Got my white Ascent yesterday and love it, the attention to detail and quick-adjustment bracelet make it look and wear so nice. Now I'm just sad that I don't have a black or adventurine one as well.
bracelet is not a deal breaker since they look better on a leather or rally racing strap imo
It's a really nice looking chrono with a beautiful color dial. I just got the white dial Seiko Speedtimer in 39mm for around $450 USD on Amazon. I put it on a Sinn leather strap I wasn't using, and I'm amazed how good it looks.
Just picked up a green segues zenith mechanic chronograph the retro canvas strap one and wow I love it just what I wanted you reviewed it awhile back 👌
Love your insight Jody.
Thanks for sharing this “blue-green” version … it looks fantastic! 🥰
Thanks Jody, watching your channel is costing me quite a bit these days
I maybe missed it but what is the discount code. I fancy grabbing one of these.
I got my Ascent ok .I love it so much. Thanks Dr J. Greetings from Hobart , well worth the wait .I feel blessed.
Interesting comparison would be with the similar new Citizen chrono and the Seiko Speedtimer
Holy cow, thank you so much! I literally was about to pull the trigger between the 42mm Orient solar (which is a lil big for me) or a San Martin. BUt this might be the perfect 3rd option. I've become way more partial to solar for the convenience of grabbing it out of the box and just throwing it on.
Just go for SanMartin. No way you can compare the quality for the price
@@IRguyIR it is tempting. They have these new Gada ones with the sand dials I really like for just under 200.
@@Ascendsean35 The San Martin's comfortability and bracelet will forever outshine the Orient. If you go with the San Martin, you won't look back.
Received my Ascents yesterday (black and green), sized up the bracelets and the green has been on my wrist since. Call me very impressed. Design, quality, bracelet. All excellent in my opinion. We’ll done!!!
This is just a new version of my old Solar Orient Neo 70s. It has sapphire now, but it’s the same watch. It is a great watch though. I wear mine a lot. So practical.
I received my white Ascent 2 days ago. Very happy. Well done 👍
Always loved the Orient "Rothman's Pall Mall" style logo. They have actually made some rather cool quartz chrono's in the past and although I don't like quartz there was one exceedingly cool one that I saw in Japan that I very nearly purchased. Very stylish. This one - yeah hate the angled date at 4.30, I would prefer a different colour for the sub dials than black and the plain silver hands on the sub dials look tacky. The sub marine colour is cool. Great review.
Maybe a second model with a quality bracelet and better lume could be introduced. There is a good possibility the clasp itself can be upgraded by buyers; I did that with my old Mako USA
WHAT?! You got me excited that the dial was gonna be simple yet sexy like Bambino Version 7. Booh Jody.
This looks very cool I’ve got the Neo 70’s version from few years ago it’s great so I’m interested in this it beats the Tactical frog I’ve seen
somebody needs to remake this movement where the 24hour dial becomes a date dial, it would be so much better for every watch it's in
Which are the most affordable and long lasting mecaquartz watches ??
I've said this before, but I wish that watch companies would give you the option of buying just the watch head, rather than insisting on you taking a cheap bracelet that's going to be immediately removed and stuffed into a box, there to spend far longer than six months in total darkness.
And they dont even know you exist to begin with. Its the same thing as car coming with tires. They make money off straps too so they are not gonna let you have that option
Hi there. For the White Panda Version, are the 3 subdials black or dark blue in color?
Glad you got the shirt, impressed you wore it on the channel so quickly!
I really love my Ascent. Thanks Jody (and Mr. P)
I like my Ascent so much, my other watches are not going to be getting any wrist time for a while… And this Orient is brilliant also! Speaking of which, I truly believe there is a Quartz Chronograph coming from Erebus in the future. 🤞🏼
Very tempting because it's solar powered with a sapphire face. A nice daily work watch that is reasonably priced with a decent movement.
Overall a nice rounded package. However i would perhaps eventually have to change the bracelet.
That aqua color is very nice and even at list that’s a cool watch. But yes - the date at 4:30 is just sad.
The aquamarine version is a beauty. Citizen had some great affordable chronos in the past couple of years but this is going to be a winner as well. Considering the price it would probably be worth it to get an upgraded strap.
Could you review Orient Mako Solar Ice Blue Diver Watch RA-TX0206L10B?
How much time do you spend in picking out the T-Shirt to wear for each video?
Got my fume Green Ascent, the least popular color somehow, and I love it! The hands and indices are insanely well done 👍🏻
Thank YOU! That's great news. Always a relief when people like the watches. Cheers!
Looks alright, Interesting to see solar from orient and a cheaper aternative to the Seiko. I wouldn't even worry about the bracelet, just put on a leather strap.
When this Orient came out I had just bought a meca quartz Hoffman, I like my Hoffman... but... yeah... Them's the breaks.
It's fine...however, I'd opt for the citizen eco drive CA0810-88L titanium... it's currently around £220 on amazon in the UK... lovely video as always, btw clear, crisp, precise and full.of all the info you need to make a well judged decision 😊
Nice pick
Please could you help? I just purchased the blue model. Is the second hand supposed to be moving as it shows at 7:30 in the video? Mine is not moving... please advise. Thank you so much.
If I didn't already have a citizen titanium ecodrive chronograph I'd definitely be considering the rose gold with leather strap.
Just love that 24hr subdial. Useless on a stupid Seiko, but awesome and fun when found on a Citizen!
Good thing about crappy bracelets is they can be replaced. I replaced the bracelet on my Ray II once it started squeaking, totally worth the $70 for solid endlinks and a good clasp.
Hey Jody,
Fantastic video, as always! A big thank you to everyone on the channel for your continued support! If anyone has any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us directly.
All the best,
WatchNation
Would you buy one of these which are nice, or one of the many Chinese Ali offerings around the same price??
Just make sure the erebus chrono doesn't use a seagull movement or have a 24hr subdial
I would have appreciated the date be in place of the 24 hour dial. That would have cleaned it up a bit.
Also got my Ascents, love em both. Now I am hoping you do another run of the Aventurine. Worst miss of my life.
Better than my latest Casio. Rolled links and resin double spring bar ending.
I have to admit, I love unboxing things in nice boxes. That being said, How often do you go back to your original box? For me, I have a watch box(es) to house my collection. Nice large original watch boxes just take up space somewhere. My Dad has been carefully keeping track of his Omega Constellation Pie Pan watch box since 1958. I would rather the money be put into the watch itself. Opinions?
Hello,what happened to Peacock Giveaway
I like having a date complication. 👍 And, obtw, when was the last time you were on your bike? 🤔
This watch is eerily similar to the Orient Neo 70's Solar Panda I purchased for about $60 cheaper even with the 25% discount. The Neo 70's is slightly larger at 42mm but wears smaller having the same Lug-to-Lug at 48.5mm and fits well. It also has 100M water resistance although I'll likely never take this in the ocean or a pool for swimming. It also has 3 adjustments on the bracelet. So in comparison, I think I'll keep my Neo 70 and pass on this Orient Stretto, thank you very much. 😅
Dam you Jody!! I'm trying to save for a Hanhart!!!! And now you go and show me this insane value for money watch 😅 cheers.
Nice video effect, Jody!
Does anyone know when these will be available in the USA?
Bambono? Looks lovely 👌🏻
will they offer rubber straps?
Hey Jody, could you make a video covering the British brand microbrand Mönch? I recently bought a peripheral summit from them, and the quality is phenomenal for the price.
Never heard of them mate, but I'll definitely have a look now. Cheers!
@@JustOneMoreWatch Thanks man!! I love most of their stuff
Monch looks horrible, fashion watches. Jody will roast them to a burnt black crisp.
The entire website, the pictures, the corny 'our story' and watches themselves scream of cheap.
I really like solar watches. Just grab and go. While I like a date function. I agree. Get rid of the date and it would look much less awkward
This summer in Wales has been six months of total darkness...
Pretty cool watch. If they used that slaved 24 hour dial for a second time zone, they wouldn’t be able to make this one fast enough.
Does watchnation ship to the USA?
Also, just got my Ascent yesterday. Malachite J-style. It’s amazing 👍🏻👍🏻
I bet they do mate
Yeah i'm a little curious how this works too. I can see that they do international shipping. But idk if there's a fee for converting or using payment from the US. and i don't think shipping will be free.
@@Ascendsean35 Shipping might be, there might be a import tax liability tho...
The aqua dial is very nice IMO
it's one of our faves too! 😍
Watch Nation are awesome 👌, guess I need to buy more watches 😅, there's also a sexy Citizen chronograph ... also solar or EcoDrive in their case
Another happy Ascent customer :)
11:38: Bambino no date?? Where can I find it?
The Bambino 🪤 Trap 😮
"if you find yourself living in total darkness for the next six month" It is September and I'm still in Scotland. What do you think is going to happen.
I do not like my date wheels at 4:30.
Can you review the new Baltany solar 😉
So does this movement have any relation to the Seiko solar chrono movement? The sub dials and date position are identical after all.
I suspect that it may well do. Makes sense if they share a level of tech.
Thats a good looking watch
So that dial w the circle under the indices is right off the new Longines Conquest chrono…..
Like the watch. Aquamarine is my fav. Rather not have the 25 percent discount and a DECENT bracelet! Poor bracelets and clasps and endlinks actually ruin the watch IMO.
Seiko, Orient, Citizen...same thing dude
I’m a bit of an Orient fan boy, and this is another corker, I just wish they’d spend another 20 bucks for a decent clasp and solid end links…
At 11:28, Jody mentions a new no-date Bambino... anyone know a ref # for it? I've been wanting a no-date bambino forever.
I don’t know why, but chronographs don’t “do it” for me; I’ll stick to restoring unloved Seiko Sea Urchins
Cool
Does the smaller seconds hand not align?😐 I mean from the views it looks like it doesn't.
Thank you for this 25%! Bought one :)
I was waiting for a solar orient without a bezel, love the look
[4:33] Epson, not Seiko-Epson?
I like this one
Surprisingly attractive looking face, which is about all one can expect in this segment, isn't it?
Chrono watches are not my thing, that said this is a nice looking watch. Date window! Never realy a fan of them (as the number tends to be so small its very hard to read) but if you cannot put it at "3" or "6" it just spoils the dial layout.
Does the date wheel sit too deep or is it just me?
This would've been great if my Chrono itch wasn't already scratched by China (Sugess). It's about half the price of these while being mechanical. These are nice though. That green one looks really nice. Definitely would prefer it on a strap. I'll never buy another watch with hollow end links. The falling off the wrist thing is real and it happened to me.
Oh mane, i love this watch specially the light blue one. BUT hollow endlinks and de clasp is just and sadly a NO GO for me. Otherwise i would buy this sexy thang immediately. Cheers from Germany
Don’t think Orient is a perfect watch, but feel it a good one for beginner watch collectors.
Neat!
I still don’t own a chronograph. With those lovely dimensions and reliable, accurate movement, perhaps this will be my first.
Same.
Where i can buy in Australia? 🤷
I saw them on Amazon here. But Orient don't distribute directly in Australia, so it'll be coming from Singapore etc. Cheers!
Uh why no tachometer bezel?
I’ve heard “you saw the pop up “ 435 times on your videos, but I’ve honestly never seen it. Am I missing something?