Affordable NON-HOMAGE Alternatives To The Rolex Submariner, Omega Speedmaster & Breitling Navitimer
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- Опубликовано: 11 сен 2024
- Today I look at alternatives to 3 of the most iconic watches ever made. The conditions are simple. They must NOT be homages and have their own style from brands I respect to deliver a quality alternative. With the aviation classic Breitling Navitimer, I recommend the Seiko Flighmaster and the Hamilton X-Patrol. Also worth a mention here is the Citizen Nighthawk, Promaster Sky and the Sinn 903. For the racing classic Omega Speedmaster, I recommend the Swatch Irony and the Oris Artix. Also worth checking out is the Tissot V8. And finally for the iconic Rolex Submariner my choices are the Tudor Submariners and the Tudor Pelagos. What are you favourite alternatives?
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If Tudor is affordable I'm seriously poor.
Thank you Maxim, you can do it!!! Plenty out there as low prices on the used market.
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TGV
maximoplf it’s half the price of breightling
@@theurbangentry do you think it is worth it to save money to buy a Tudor since it doesnt have as much history or reputation as other brands, and it practically a copy on design of Rolex, with even some of the same exterior parts?
@@gabriel.casanas This may help you:
Tudor watches is a Swiss manufacturer of high-quality wristwatches based in Geneva. Registered in 1926 at the request of Hans Wilsdorf, the founder of Rolex SA, it was positioned as a more affordable alternative. Today the brand remains a sister company to the parent company Rolex, both of which are owned by the Hans Wilsdorf Foundation.
You do not need a Tudor... and remember the Royal House of Tudor: the Nine Days Queen Jane Grey, the Bloody Mary, the Virgin Queen Elizabeth I. ... do you have/ feel any connection to it?
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thx bro
You’re a legend dude!
Thanks
Found you a few evenings ago, now i can't stop watching your videos! Top quality content.
What about the bulova moonwatch. I think is good looking and also has a good history behind the watch.
looks cool but it's like 45mm :/
TGV,
Glad to see it arrived in good condition. Thank you so much for the very kind words; the pleasure was mine my friend. As soon as I came across that particular piece I knew it would be a perfect addition to your collection. Thank you again for mentioning my channel and I hope you have a great rest of your week.
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David
+Dala Hobbies Many thanks again my friend, it was such a nice surprise. I have since found a nice spot for them placed them on my bookshelves, I adore them!
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TGV
Re the Omega Speedmaster: Have you come across the Bulova moonwatch? OK, it's a quartz movement, but it's an in-house movement and a million times more accurate than the Omega speedy. It comes with a carbon-fibre look strap, and also a fabric strap with leather trim. I believe the one-off watch on which it was based sold recently for about $1,600,000.
oldvole - I got the Bulova moonwatch and think it's great. Someone might mention its 44mm but I don't think it wears as big as it is. And you can get it for about $400 with the 2 bands.
Great call! I have the Bulova Lunar Pilot...a great watch and my daily. And I own a 70's Rolex Datejust and an Omega Speedmaster Professional. The Bulova is built like a tank and the bracelet is solid and well-constructed.
Casio Duro Dive watch for 45 dollars...Water proof, stylish, Very durable. MOST IMPORTANT, if it does get stolen or destroyed, it is very easy to replace. No harm done, go on with your life!
Yeah, I have one.
Great videos, the simple love and lack of snobbery are really refreshing. Looking forward to new videos.
Thank you so much, very kind of you. Welcome and enjoy!
Best regards,
TGV
Another great watch, alternative to the Rolex Submariner, is the Casio Duro Marlin (MDV106-1A), it costs about $40.00 - $65.00 in Amazon and it has his own unique style, is 200m water resistant with a screw-down crown, screw-lock back, 44mm wide, date display, unidirectional bezel.
Great video by the way, as always. Keep up the great work.
Regards from El Salvador.
My personal recommendation for those on a budget around $50 are the Vostok Amphibia for a true military diver. I chose the 120512 and it has been great. For a pilot/chronograph, I went with the Casio mtp4500. Both are 40mm black dials with no dates like real tool watches. The nice thing about a slide rule is that you can turn it into a tachymetre like the speedmaster has by rotating the 36 on the outer scale over the number of seconds you measured with the chronograph on the inner scale. The speed then can be read next to the 10 on the inner scale. For example if you timed 45 seconds you would line up 36 over 45 and then read 80 next to the 10. This gives you the same functionality of a tachymeter. Thanks for the video TGV!
One of my favorite videos you've done so far. I admit Fortis B-42 and Oris Aquis are my favorite watches under $3,000.
Once you go rubber, you'll never go leather.
I got here from Aaron Marinos (alpha.m) channel and after one video I had to subscribe! Great content and infectious passion
Thank you so much and welcome aboard!
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TGV
Bruno Ysla Same here!
Just got the Tissot V8 racing green chrono , I think I'm in love.
Sinn 356/358, Fortis Aviatis Flieger Pro in for Speedy, Sinn 903 for Navitimer (Since they actually own the rights to the Navitimer dial), Muhle Glashutte Promare, Seebatallion or Marinus, Sinn U2, Rado D-Star all for Submariner :) Lots to look at!
+Steve Poulton Great choices Steve, fantastic,
Thank you,
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TGV
For me peronally the Sinn 903 is the perfect alternative to the Nav. Ok, it doesn't really fit into the price category but it is a beautiful navigation chronometer with style and history - especially in dark/marine blue. Many greetings from Dusseldorf/Ger. Nice channel Sir! ;)
another obvious option for the navitimer would be its sinn counterpart at around half the price
+mario siaven Absolutely, almost bought one myself! Spot on.
Thank you,
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TGV
that blue pelagos! mmmmmmmm. I was checking one out at the mall and I love it. The fact you can pick it up for half the price of the subby and get in titanium is fantastic. Plus the clasp is genius how it stretches as you move
+planb1215 it doesn't wear that large and the titanium makes it so comfortable.The lumed ceramic bezel just makes it value for money. Only downside is it scratches far easier than the sub.
Fully agree....I plan on getting one soon. Plus it's own in house chronometer certified movement....and the lume is insane! On the bezel and everything...IMO Pelagos>Submariner.
The Affordable NON-HOMAGE Alternative reviews are great. Keep them coming.
My personal recommendations are watches that I have around the $50 range for ultimate bang per buck. For a real military diver that has seen action, the Vostok Amphibia. I chose the timeless space dial version 120512. For a pilot/chrono I chose the Casio MTP4500 which is a 12 hour chronograph with a slide rule. Both watches are strict 40mm black dial tool watches with no dates. If you need a tachymeter for speed calculation like the speedmaster, you can use the slide rule. Just take 36 on the outer scale and line it up with the seconds you measured on the inner scale. Now you can read the speed on the outer scale next to 10 on the inner scale. For example, lets say you measured 45 seconds between mile markers in your car. You line up 36 with 45 and read 80 next to 10 which means you went 80 mph. It is a nice backup if your speedometer is broken or want to check if it is right. Thanks for the video TGV!
Something I've mentioned before, that's irritated me before were the like/dislike ratio for TGV's videos. I always thought there were too many dislikes (sometimes around 10%). I know some people have a suspicion as to why that was the case, but I'm glad that lately the ratio has gotten much better.
Great video as always, so insightful and entertaining. Keep it up man, love it!
I love the use of Stelvio Cipriani's Blondy soundtrack during your intro, as well as the great watches you mentioned. Fantastic video!
Thanks for letting us know what it was!
As a owner of Seiko snzh60k1, i could recommend anyone that is looking for a gold toned watch to at least take a look at the snzh60k1 it's affordable and really really nice.
In my opinion one of the best if not the best alternative for a gold Rolex Submariner, great watch.
TVG thank you for introducing me to Seiko!
Casio Edifice EF503 is a good speedmaster alternative for less than $100.
You really nailed the entry level Speedmaster alternative with the SWATCH. Actually they have a new model, called the NIGHT FLIGHT which looks like a Speedy even more. Poor man's Speedmaster. Worthy of a thorough review if you ask me :)
Oh boy have I got some news for you 😉😉😉
@@danielvanderstruis1516 That comment aged poorly no doubt :D I would choose the Night Flight over the Moonswatch though :)
Thoroughly Enjoy Your videos! Thanks so much for your attention to details! I own several of your alternatives. I have several Seikos and Citizens which are in my opinion very high quality and affordable timepieces. One Particular Timepiece I love is the Bulova Lunar Pilot! Citizen now owns Bulova and this Timepiece has a “Tri-Tuning Fork Movement” operating at 262 kHz a very accurate Movement. This watch has an excellent History being a Replica of Bulova’s Special designed watch to operate in Space. During the 1971 Apollo 15 Mission The Crystal fell out of the NASA Issued Omega Speedmaster and Astronaut David Scott put on his specially designed and engineered for Space Bulova Lunar (which he had as a Backup). He completed the mission with the Bulova. The Original sold at auction for $1,600,000.00 in 2015. This new Watch Movement has the UHF Quartz Movement which operates at a frequency 8 times more than the average quartz movement with an accuracy of approximately 10 seconds per year. The watch is large, however very comfortable. It also comes with two straps, leather and a NATO Strap. Like the Omega, it has a Beautiful black dial with white hands making it very legible! This watch is very affordable and is a very high quality Timepiece!
Tristano: suggest the Oris 1965 Diver for Sub as it has unique look and a quality piece at fraction of price. Cool domed sapphire crystal, thin, and 40 mm.
+Larry Banda YESSSSSSSSSSS!!! Great thinking Larry, thank you.
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TGV
My "poor man's" version of the Omega Speedmaster is the Bulova Accutron Gemini 26C02. It's an automatic, has 25 jewels, and is Swiss Made. I put a dark brown leather strap on it from the Wrist Candy Watch Club. I don't know anyone else who wears Accutron, and thought I'd mention it. Thanks for the work you do. I love watching your videos. Keep it up.
+drewlehmann25 Excellent choice, I love it.
Thank you,
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TGV
The Pelagos is really interesting. You can pick one up for half or less the cost of the Submariner and you get a titanium case and bracelet, 500m WR, an automatic helium escape valve, an in-house movement, a genius clasp and more stuff... Is there a chance to see a review about this beast, maybe with the help of the patreons??
Fantastic video TGV!
Best regards,
Michele.
The Swatch Watches you are showing are called "Blackie" and "Silverish" - References YVS401G and YVS405G. For anyone interested.
The intro to this video was so moving. It touched my heart and I had tears in my eye's listening to the music and seeing the love between TGV and his little dog in New York. I lost my dog Rex recently and It brought back memories of my time walking my dog also in Central Park. It will be a year ago mid August that I lost my little warrior who was run over in a vehicle accident. I miss him everyday and Seeing TGV and his dog brings back memories. I never knew TGV had a beautiful little dog until I saw the intro to this video, I think TGV should bring him onto the show for a guest appearance.
15:00 He just loves to rotate that submariner bezel
You are the reason I spend hours looking at my watch saying "LOOK AT THAT BLUE". Keep up the good work :D
Greetings from Germany.
+YoTuTrice LOL Thank you :D
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TGV
You might add Sinn U1 to the list of divers. Unless you were considering the multi-wardrobe capability of wear. It certainly is its own diver while sharing a lot of the same qualities
Here's a lesson for all people who think "Fake", "Replica" watches are for losers. I have a real Rolex Two Tone DateJust. I'm on my fourth crystal because they made it in plastic and it always looks scratched in between changes. The gold in the Jubilee bracelet has stretched so the band sags when held horizontally. I have a Breitling Two Tone Chronomat that will not wind enough to keep time. The "Bullet" bracelet clasp won't stay closed if the slightest pressure is applied while wearing it. I have a Breitling Aerospace Emergency watch that Breitling won't even change the batteries for less than $500 which includes cleaning.
I have a 1974 Seiko Self Winding Chronomat Day Date that starts working the very second I pick it up, will continue working all through the day and long after I take it off. All the features work and it's never been cleaned. It probably cost $150 and hasn't cost me a dime more for more than 42 years.
I look at my expensive "Original" watches and I feel ill. With the quality of today's replicas, I would never consider buying another "Real" one. If they look great and tell time.....
Thank you, LOVE the aerospace!!!
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TGV
I wouldn't generalize, but we ARE taking about Seiko here. If anything, the most enduring and desirable trait of a Seiko is the robustness and reliability of its movement. From experience, Seikos don't need servicing for at least a decade compared to my watches with Swiss movements. My Swiss watches have a 3 to 5 year service interval, depending on make and a trip to the service center can easily cost more than a brand new mid-range Seiko with a 6R15 movement. But such is the cost of owning a luxury watch -- the operative word being 'luxury'.
Most replicas use cheap Chinese movements that imitate ETA movements and their reliability is highly questionable. Homage watches, or pieces with distinctly similar designs, with quality Japanese or Swiss movements are an entirely different thing.
My Seiko Orange Knight is approaching 10-years of regular wear and it is absolutely flawless. I love the Rolex Sea Dweller and the Submariner, but I am not sure I could ever make the jump to a watch that is around 20-times the price. Like most people with dive watches, I don't dive...still, I can beat the crap out of a watch like no one else. Seiko's just keep on going...
Michael Martin InTime has a special on the Deep Sea black and blue Sea Dwellers for $308 with a Asian 2836. They are V5 which I have heard is better that V7. If you wear it out in 4 years, throw it away and buy another. It will be cheaper than servicing the real watch.
***** Be careful, your ignorance is showing. Keep in mind, when you open your mouth and say stupid, you are showing the world your level of intelligence..
I couldn't care less what anybody thinks about me, period, let alone what watch I'm wearing. I happen to have worked very hard in my life and own a two tone Rolex, a two tone Breitling and a Breitling Aerospace Emergency. I also know from this experience what a rip off these companies are. I have Seiko's that are more reliable and have never needed service. Change the battery on a Seiko, $15. On the Aerospace, $500. I have my Breitling Chronomat in for service at the moment because it stopped self winding. The bill? $1,100. I am so going to make my next purchase the watch I described previously as it will Tell Time, look great to ME and if it breaks, I can just admire it's beauty and buy another one, maybe even a different model, for a fraction of maintaining a real one.
The Seiko Flightmaster is a phenomenal watch. I own a vintage seiko flightmaster from 1989 in Gold and it's one of the nicest watches i own.
I wish it was solar
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Stay healthy my good Friend and always stay young. May your Channel keep going strong.
Never knew about Sinn buying the rights to the Navitimer design. Learn something new today.
+Lawrence S. They didn't just buy the rights, they bought the tooling and machinery to make the Sinn 903 as well. In fact, Breitling had to buy the rights to make the Navi back from Sinn.
My personal thoughts-
•That Swatch looks sharp for a Swatch.
•Really dig the red bar on the left of the dial on that Oris in place of a third sub-seconds dial, very unique.
•To me, "Affordable" is anything $500 or less. Anything above that to me is more mid-range, and anything over like $750 is high-end. I know there are watches that go for tens if not hundreds of thousands of dollars. But I'm using an average, blue collar worker type brain here. I'd have to save for easily an entire year, without buying any other watches, just to get myself a used Seamaster or Speedmaster.
excellent video TGV! i really liked all the non-homage alternatives that you selected! affordable and nice! thanks! keep the good work! cheers!!!
+hellotabasco Thank you :D
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TGV
Pelagos YES! 70 hour power reserve and next to the Rolex glidelock, one of the best actual diver though clasps. Spring loaded for the expansion of a suit, and 3 easy click settings for quick adjustment. It also comes with a rubber strap that does have an extender also. Great video, keep up the good work! Cheers!
+David Schaffner Thank you David!
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TGV
The commentary function at your show about the replica watches is closesd. As to that show I want to ad a watch and a brand. A which is the real thing, is the Seiko 5, produced since more than fifty years, many versions and a good, automatic, mechanical watch way below $500. And here is the brand i wanted to mention: Pulsar, a Seiko-Brand, very nice watches, many versions an even cheaper than the Seiko 5. I' m the proud owner of Seiko 5. The watch is well made, heavy and surprisingly precise.
Hi TGV. Another great alternative to the Speedmaster is Tissot PRS 516 Quartz. Tachymeter/chronograph and Swiss made all for less than around $500. Cheers.
+terrorrbabbletwo YESSSSSSS!!! Thank you, I owned a few Tissot myself and completely agree, excellent choice.
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TGV
I wear the 007 with the Super Oyster ll with diver extension. Since I got the band, it's what I wear the most. Best purchase ever. Have owned it since new in'02 with one service. Keeps great time, and is "bomb proof".
you did not consider the g shock aviator series. Not a homage, at all. A Cross of most of the watches in the vid. Very durable, reasonable priced. Worth a look
I recently stumbled across a Seiko SSB031 chronograph that I think is a wonderful alternative to an Omega Speedmaster for only $140 on Amazon. There are two good videos on youtube, and I think it is a great entry level watch and seriously undervalued. I'm surprised that I've never seen it advertised anywhere.
My heart began to beat faster when the racing watches took prominence. You really don't wear them enough, TGV. Cheers!
I must say...awesome watches. Love you'r show! That Breitling Navimiter and Omega Speedmaster are a masterpiece!
I think a good Rolex Submariner alternative is the Sinn EZM3. It's 40mm, just over 12mm thick, sapphire crystal, bead-blasted case, 500m water resistance, and an ETA 2824-2 movement. Plus Sinn technologies like an Argon filled case and a Copper Sulphate dehumidification capsule. Sells new for right at $2k on a stainless bracelet. I think it's a lot of watch for the money.
Don't often see them used though, and for $2k you could just as easily pick up a used Omega Seamaster 300m diver too.
Dear TGV, great Video indeed,as always.
Personally the SKX, as good as it is, for me it is not really an alternative for the sub. Regarding Seiko I would put the Shogun and the Marinemaster on the list. Especially the Marinemaster is a stunner and you get a high value for money.
For the Navitimer I also like this watch a lot, but it is out of my price range. The Hamilton X-Patrol is an interesting choice, I also discovered this watch and it is now on my list for a certain time. After your Video, I will have a closer look now since a Chrono Flighty is still missing in my collection.
Wish you all the best. Greetings from Shanghai.
Hi TGV,
Greetings from England!
I do enjoy your vids, my only small gripe is the lack of TAG's reviewed. I appreciate that you can only review what you can get your hands on, and also that you did say in the past you had a somewhat sniffy attitude to the brand, but that changed when you got your GMT. Hopefully that will inspire you to look again. I have an Aquagraph 500m, an F1 Kirium and an old Aquaracer as a beater watch for everyday, and I love them.
May I suggest a budget non-homage alternative for the Omega Speedmaster is the "Casio 2328". It is very affordable, usually under 100 USD. The Casio has a Japanese quartz movement and is of course cased in China. It has a water resistance of 100m.
Another cool alternative to the Submariner is a Seiko again and a SKX again...
But is the Seiko SKX031! It looks nice and it's a cheaper option than Tudor.
Great recommendations! Not enough RUclips channels talk about watches at this price point which is the sweet spot for many people who cannot afford a Rolex or Omega.
+Bill67J So glad to hear,
Thank you,
Best regards,
TGV
Skx009 is now an official hipster watch. I've run into 6 people at a Starbucks with this watch.
It's unusual that omegas don't keep their resell value especially the iconic speedmaster. That Oris does look beautiful. Thanks for recommending.
OMG, don't tell me this!
I will pretend I didn't read that, LOL
BTW, can I be rude and ask where you saw these "hipsters".
Thank you,
Best regards,
TGV
The Urban Gentry 1) protest in Santa Monica, ca...a man with a sign wearing one. 2 and 3) right next to a Starbucks in Burbank, ca farmer's market one buying organic eggs (idk) another selling sage. 4) Montebello, ca starbucks guy with full-on laptop "I'm going to be here for hours" type. 5) coffee bean northridge mall reading a New Yorker...in CA. 6) China town, Ca during Chinese New Year. Photographer with an amazing 35mm vintage camera.
Skx007 is iconic but just by size alone you can tell the difference between the 007 and 009 plus the position of the crown at 4 o'clock. There were more occasions, however these 6 were litterly within 4 months of each other.
I am a Fortis, Oris and Tissot fan. While none of these can be called "high-end" timepieces, I like them, they keep good time and they can last generations as all timepieces can with proper care. I think that's all that matters is that the owner & wearer likes them and takes care of them. Right?
I bought actually a Swatch Irony Rosso Fuoco Chronograph, just for the for the fun of it. But it gest pretty good wristtime, because I simply enjoy it so much .
Hey Hamilton they use to be up the street from me in Lancaster Pa I currently own a gold plate vintage manual wind hamilton over 25,years old still works great!!
Thanks for another excellent video. Perfect timing for me. I had been looking at $500 homages to the submariner--after watching the vid and doing some research I pulled the trigger on the Hamilton Khaki Navy Scuba. Definitely has the look and feel I was going for while still being very much it's own watch. I love it. Thanks again for the knowledge you always provide!
TGV great video another alternative for that Speedy: Strela Poljot. The soviet "moon watch" would be great to see you do a review sometime.
Totally agree with your point on Oris! I own a couple and they are fantastic looking, high quality and very underrated!
Good job - Insightful offerings for each option!
Here would be my offerings:
Navitimer - Citizen models such as Blue Angels, Skyhawk, etc
Speedmaster - Tissot PRS516!!
Submariner: I agree, Seiko SKX :)
+boutchmanz Great choices, thank you!
Best regards,
TGV
i can recomend the Certina DS action diver.
very affordable, great buid quality and a swiss movment ETA 2824-2.
a lot cheaper compared to Tudor's and not that far away in terms of quality.
a GENUINE dive watch, good pick!
the Invicta has a really nice collection that is looks like the mini sub , also Tudor Hertage Black Bay is affordable yet as beautiful as a sub
Nice vid with an interesting premise! Would add the Seiko MM300 to the list for the diver alternative. Great watch (am wearing it now).
My favorite alternative to the speedmaster is the long discontinued Seiko Sports 100 7A28-7040. Unique design and stellar quartz movement! But because it's been discontinued I don't really know it it qualifies for this list...
I adore the Pelagos, every time I see that blue ceramic in person I'm blown away
+thatgiant You are not alone!
Thank you,
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TGV
I wish your channel had more subscribers, your videos' quality is gold
Great video. I used to own a 1995 Omega Seamaster Quartz 2221.80 and miss it every day, but as an alternative to the Speedmaster, I would like to suggest the Tissot V8 Chronograph T36.1.316.72. I have had mine since 2003 and it is a tank! Beautifully made, polished stainless steel, Swiss movement, the face has an "old school" look to it, can be picked up for around the $200 range. I have mine on a leather NATO strap. Perhaps not an alternative to the Rolex, but a Seamaster on a budget, I love my Seiko 5 Sea Urchin on the Spectre NATO strap. Looks beautiful, and at a bit of a distance can easily pass for a Rolex or Omega. That said, I count down the days until I can get another Seamaster. Cheers!
Tristano maybe you could make this into a weekly or monthly series? In my opinion it would be very helpful for people like me who are expanding or starting a nice watch collection!
Love the channel and keep up the great work
Any suggestions for affordable automatic watches with moon phase or day/night cycle complications? Even better if they have day/date complications too
+Jarl Ballin' Great question, I will have to look into it. Thank you,
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TGV
+Jarl Ballin'
Here is a blog with the watches you want. homagewatchalternatives.blogspot.co.uk/
Specifically look at the blog post on May 2nd 2016. And also the blog post on 5th of August 2015.
Both these watches are automatic, affordable and have moonphase complications.
Orient/Seagull
Orient Automatic with day/night indicator
AlexK Model #?
very creative vid. good job. also pro tip: your rokit speakers are supposed to be ear level. a couple of stands would make a world of difference.
Actually there is an alternative to replace all 3 of them : The Tutima Nato Chronograph... Also worth a visit: some used ones like Zenith el Primero, Fortis with Lemania 5100 and Sinn 142 ...
Hi, never really was into watches until I stumbled on your channel! Great content , quality and knowledge I'm finding myself looking and reading up on different styles and actually enjoying it!! 👌🏽
The way you pronounce DeSoto and Chrysler is charming. I want to send you models of a Mosler or Airscoot just to see how you would navigate pronunciation compared to our rough hewn takes.
LOL
Thank you Jim,
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TGV
As an alternative to the Tudor Ranger and Rolex Explorer, I like the Seiko SARG009. TGV just unboxed one (a SARG011 which is essentially the same) so I'm sure a review is on the way. It has that field watch aesthetic and is a nice solid watch but it isn't a copy of anything- it definitely has it's own style/design. I had a little trouble with the 6R15 movement but I got that sorted and now I love it. At ten percent of the cost of Rangers/Explorers you can't go wrong.
I am totaly over the moon with this intro! really nice. watch your channel almost every day.
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Gianni
i am from Saudi Arabia ..i love your channel i like your way to presenting the watches and because of you i buy Orient blue ray2 and i manage to buy Seiko sarb033 next month inshallah..every one of my friends cant see my watches with out saying woow man its amazing watch.. thank you very much for guide me to those amazing watches .
Loving the Chuckle Brother thumb nail... " To me!" "To you!" lol.
LOL
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TGV
I Can't believe that someone LOVES WATCHES as much as I do. Since I was a little fellow have always had eyes on the finer things in life,(when it comes to watches) contrary to that mind set that belief - still with me, however, we all struggle in life no matter how some puddle along and we all can still come home smelling of high heaven no matter what we do, buses driver, carpenter, personal assistant, bartender, share trader, to a sweep cleaner even the brick layer doesn't matter they all have a WATCH on their wrist. From time to time you could see the wonder of all of them asking themselves, "What time is it"? That is one of the many things I would notice as that little chap, "The WATCH" was always worn with extreme love no matter the person or the WATCH, no matter what they did in life. As I grew up, you tend to actually pay more attention to the minutes of your day, with every sweep of the hand shake of a friendship I'd look at the TIME. your channel I've subscribed keep on ticking...
I am new to your channel, but here is one i would recommend for a daily use. I own both the Omega Seamaster and the Speedmaster, and a few Seiko automatics with the same movement as the SKX, but age has not been good to my eyesight hence my new favorite, Perpetual calendar, solar powered analog watch...Citizen Eco-drive caliber E310, check it out. It is sometimes known as caliber 3100
TGV, cannot think of better alternatives than the one you brilliantly proposed.
Dunno if anyone's mentioned it but the x in x-wind and x-patrol are read as cross wind and cross patrol. Been looking at the x-wind and found out that fun fact.
Hello sir, I am a big fan of your videos. I would like to mention 2 more watches that are nice alternatives in my opinion, but for a much lower price. Longines Hydroconquest Automatic for the Sub and Tissot V8 (Quartz) for the Speedmaster. A racing and a diver watch, pretty similar looking to the originals. Both respectable brands with their own identity and not trying to copy. Swiss made with all the same main features, maybe you don't agree, but thats just my 2 cents. I actually own both by myself because of these reasons and I am very happy with them!
Cheers!
Got that black faced Seiko just had it re-built ! Also have Rolex Replica 4 years now and still keeps great time & no water inside & the best part nobody has put a bullet to my brain for my rolex !
Tell us a bit more about the dog your walking in the opening TGV. Love where you get to go walking, looks amazing scenery!
+Steve Hardy Thank you Steve, I will have to do tour of my neighbourhood in a future vlog.
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TGV
The Urban Gentry I know Id enjoy that. Ill reciprocate when you do with one of Bundaberg, Queensland, Australia ~ but id have to borrow the mutt to take for a walk as mums has shit for brains!
Super sweet color choice for the nato strap on the 009. That blue makes the watch pop out more.
+Benedit Perez Thank you, I was actually inspired by Robert Redford in "All is Lost" and how he wore his SKX009 in that entire film, so the credit goes to him!
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Jaragar Navitimer which is pretty close to the Breitling B01 with a domed glass, circular slide rule and display caseback with automatic movement and three working dials (day, date, 24hr) £16, Eaglemoss NASA chronograph missing the Omega logo and rotating bezel but aesthetically the same thing £9 and I am re-markedly impressed with the Chinese Military Royale which is an automatic and looks quite good for the pocket friendly price of £13.88 for the subbie looks. If I need a diver I go for the pro being the Vostok Amphibia, tested to destruction at 800m during a staged submarine rescue, its rated 200m is good enuff for me.
Your videos are so good. Serious! I've learned a great deal from watching your channel.
The SNA411 and X-Patrol I agree with you on. The Swatch Irony is a cool watch, but you missed the boat by ignoring the Bulova Lunar Pilot. The Oris Artix seems OK, but over priced. Something in the 1K range would be better, like a Tissot PRS516 or something... The SKX made sense, though I prefer the Citizen Promaster, but the Tudor was a ridiculous idea. Its way to expensive. The Oris Aquis is a much better watch for the price point. My recomendations/agreements give us a watch arround $250 and another at about $1,000 for all 3...
Absolutely SUPERB piece of music! Could you please tell me what is the name of it?
Thank you, its in the free download on the 2 year anniversary video.
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TGV
TGV, I want to thank you for this video. i started watching your channel a couple of days ago. yesterday I saw this video and i found the most beautiful watch I've ever seen thanks to you. I'm going for the Oris Artix GT. it's stunning. thanks a lot for your videos and channel.
Amazing video … duly shared. Love all your choices here.
+Geekanoids Thank you Dave!
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TGV
instablaster
Wow, the speedmaster really is one of my grail watches. Just bought a seamaster vintage from '62 which is stunning but the price difference, at the minute I cannot justify buying a speedy. Love your videos by the way
I just picked up a Deep Blue Sun Diver iii and think it's a fantastic diver and good alternative with it's own character.
i go for the Grand Seiko quartz diver SBGX117
+Joshi Oyabun YESSSSS! great choice,
Thank you Joshi.
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TGV
The Blaincpain Fifty Fathoms is a great alternative to the Submariner.
Actually this is more of a correction. TGV you said that the Orient Mako's and Ray's are not ISO certified. I was just on Orient USA's web page earlier today looking at the Orient Blue Ray II (FAA02005DE9). Orient says that this is an ISO 6425 (Dive) rated as well as ISO 764 (Antimagnetic) and ISO 1413 (Shock Resistant) rated. Also I liked your choices for alternatives.
The Borealis Estoril. 300m Diver. Takes small design cues from the very early 60's Omega Seamaster. However, it is its own thing, and here's the thing! I have a Rolex Sub, It's nice, the bezel is smooth, but the Estoril! OMG! It is the coolest most beautiful watch. No date Sapphire , Miyota movement, accurate. The Bezel...Have to say...the best I have ever encountered. Smooth, no play at all. better than my Rolex Sub..seriously, this is my go to watch when I just want a 40mm classic and original design. Looks fantastic on a mesh but comes with a very nice Nato. It's about £300. Best bang for buck I have ever had, and I am serious collector, in other words, I have watch disease :) The lesser known boutique watches offer amazing value and superb movements and really must be included in the round if true value for money is going to be shared with your fellow subscribers. PS Love the channel .
Fantastic video. Would love to see this series expanded to other iconic watches.
Thank you Camilo, I am planning a third one now, did you see the follow up to this one?
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TGV
Another great video.
I currently have my eye on some used Baume & Mercier Capeland Chrono's, even a deal on Jomashop instead of a speedy.
For a unique easy to read and durable diver how about the Tempest Carbon? 200m great lume and forged carbon fibre case.
Keep up the good work mate.
First off.... Love the intro with your pup... Great stuff, and what a cute dog! Great video, and the point is whatever type watch you love there is a scale from lower, midrange, and then upper range. Get what you can afford. Btw... My aunt had that De Soto when I was a kid! Great auto! Thanks TVG for a wonderful video!