I’ve never seen a store owner offer financing for their merchandise, then give a disclaimer urging people not to go into debt for their products as they are not necessities. I agree with you 100% and think it’s awesome that you put that out there……(I guess technically any sort of financing is by definition is debt, but I think your message is clear not to spend money you don’t have on a watch)
Thank you for including the financial advice Mark. I’ve seen a lot lately the comment “debt is temporary, drip is forever” when referring to expenses watch purchases. Credit card / loan debt is all time highs and it’s really refreshing to see your quick advice.
Dear Sir, I have following you for a while, still not a client, but surely will became one very soon! Just wanted to say that you have my deepest respect! You are an example and an inspiration for us all. Respect and all the very best from Portugal
Mark is THE man. I've learned so much from you over the years. Your passion for watches is contagious and the way you conduct your business is second to none.
Mark, admittedly I haven’t checked-in, in a long while. I have to say though, you’ve just been elevated to someone I will visit more as you’re now a trusted-expert (guess who’s in the circle of trust?), due to your public service announcement not to get in debt over a watch, despite the 0% financing for 12 months, if you cannot afford it. Great job, thanks for being level-headed. I appreciate your advice to the masses.
I would suggest buying a tube if Autosol when buying that polished bracelet as you will definitely need it! Squale have become my favourite watch brand and I can see myself getting a stable of their magnificent time pieces over time. Great designs, great specs and value for money 👍
MASSIVE kudos to Marc for being kind enough to remind us to not go into debt for a watch. ...And a regular Thank You for allowing us the option of 12 months to pay with 0% financing fees. You're the best Marc!
Kudos to Marc! I appreciate your statement about not going into debt for a watch. Very responsible and good thing to do. You are aware how addictive this hobby can be. A nice reminder.
Good advice about finance. I have used 0% deals in the past and usually have one on the go at any one time. I have bypassed some serious price rises so it has worked for me. My advice is the same as yours. Make sure the payments are affordable if another problem should arise. I still like that model on the mesh.
Beautiful... So appreciate you and this awesome channel. Hey just got my Islander ISL_07 yesterday (my third Islander, 5th watch purchase from LIW), you just can't beat the high quality and very affordable price of Islander. Showed it to my "watch maker" (who wasn't familiar with your brand, he is now) and he was blown away by the quality and the value for the price. He was very impressed (and this is a guys who's a fourth generation watch maker, who deals mostly in high end watches. ) Thank you!!! Cheers.. Markus
I'm one of those guys who hadn't bought a Squale due to them not having an OEM integrated, link bracelet. I guess I don't have an excuse for not getting one now.
Love you man. The world needs more yous. Honor and integrity and passion for more than just what they love. Big fan of everything long island watch is about. ❤-100* god bless
Love this brand. I own two. They need to call Christopher Ward or someone to figure out how to create a reasonably priced cast clasp with a micro adjust. That seems to be the weakest link in their chain. It would improve their perceived quality and comfort immensely.
Would love to see how the brushed bracelet looks on the ocean blue polished as I don't think I could go with an all polished bracelet plus polished case. The brushed finish looks quite fine so I think it would work.
I bought a bracelet for a 1545 I had, direct from Squale. I couldn't use the tightest hole of microadjust, because the divers extension got in the way of it and wouldn't fit within the clasp when that first microadjust hole was used. Pretty poor IMO. Also, with so many microbrands offering on the fly quick adjust, why are brands like Squale still persisting with microadjust holes, especially when you consider the price of the bracelet alone. I really want to like tgis option and buy a bracelet for my 1521. But there's a few factors that remain slightly off putting for me unfortunately.
Somehow missed this video when it came out and now the polished bracelet is out of stock! Gorgeous bracelet will make me wear my 1521 profundo more (I’m a bracelet guy) which it deserves. When do you think they will be back in stock??
I had been considering selling my 1521, but i might have to pick up one of these bracelets for mine. The crown will still be a little hard to get to though.
Great video Marc! Personally, I think they should have ditched the diver extension for a tool-free micro adjust with side push release buttons. Friction fit clasp is so outdated.
Beautiful bracelet. A bit of a bummer it didn't offer a tool-less on the fly micro-adjustment possibility, chamfered edges on the milled "scissor" like on some SEIKOs and screwed links tho, especially for the price and as it's made by a respected brand like Squale. That would've been the cherry on top. Still a great upgrade!
Mark, I have the 50 ATMOS Militaire, blasted. I was thinking a bracelet would look cool. When they come out please show us, thanks. Squale Tropic straps (made in Italy) are super nice. Super super nice!
I fear for the sanctity of that high polish but the bracelet is quite affordable so I wouldn't worry too much about it. PS I just hope it doesn't take 50 years for a 38mm blue aventurine/ goldstone Brookville. Also appreciate _responsible_ Finance Marc, that guy knows what he's talking about.
Some things are worth waiting for. What a great new bracelet for the watch with the best blue in all watchdom. Class act on the finance by the way 👏 Not surprised by your class though 👏
Just got the blasted version (bracelet only). The 4th micro adjust hole (tightest) is useless. The clasp won't close in the 4th position. Squale's response was 3 micro adjusts is all you need as that is the length of a link. I reminded them having adjustments exactly the length of a link is useless. I need the 4th hole to fit well. If I take a link out, when my wrists swell, I don't have any more adjusts to use. That's why they should have adjusts greater than a link size - or a half link or two.... So beware, the 4th hole is useless.
Really curious how the brushed bracelet would look on the polished case 1521's. Could you do a follow up video on that once they release the brushed version for separate sales? Thanks!
I wish this had a standard springbar mount for the clasp on both sides so that the clasp could be changed. I can’t do a bracelet without one of those 6 position ratcheting clasps anymore, and I’m not spending over $500 for two bracelets to make it work for me. But, it is a beautiful bracelet.
I will buy one of your watches (right now my favorite is Calabro GMT) when I can afford it. I have gone into debt before during my watch "accumilation" phase. I don't sell my watches so I just went broke. Now I will save for the Calabbro GMT!
Cool where was the glow dial?!😮 hey you are such a class guy for that insert saying if you can’t afford a watch don’t buy one. Your bad ass rating just went thru the roof!! I’m a long time customer and will remain one!! Keep the designs a coming!!👊🤛🤘🏻🤘🏻
I don’t have a Swiss diver, is Squale worth it? My budget is around $1500 US max inc all taxes etc. I’d rather not get a Swatch group watch, have plenty of their other brands. Oris has my eye but then I keep coming back to the Squale…
In my opinion, Squale missed the opportunity on coming out with a bracelet that competes with the likes of Christopher Wards, Formex, and other micro brands in the same price range. Quick release and on the fly quick adjust clasp are a must for me if I am spending this much on a watch. Some micro brands are offering these 2 features on watches below $700.
@@jc2604 I love Mark and his transparent takes. Which is why his reply here to a valid complaint is disappointing, though understandable as he’s selling a lot of Squales via LIW.
That is a great looking bracelet, I just wish they did a brushed finish on the center links for the fully polished model to break it up a little and help the wear. You’re gonna need to buy Cape Cod cloths by the pallet to keep that looking nice lol.
Did you say at the end that the new bracelet will be 'a scratch magnet for sure'..? i mean if so, it's pretty disappointing. it's a beautiful bracelet as new, but.. what will it look like after a bit normal wear..
Beautiful product! I'm going to have to pass on this one for now, I literally ordered an Islander last night haha! Well done on the finance / responsible side of things, awesome insert!
I’ve never seen a store owner offer financing for their merchandise, then give a disclaimer urging people not to go into debt for their products as they are not necessities. I agree with you 100% and think it’s awesome that you put that out there……(I guess technically any sort of financing is by definition is debt, but I think your message is clear not to spend money you don’t have on a watch)
He is a real mentch.
It's cause Marc is a stand up guy..!!!
Agreed very upstanding!
trying to do what's right.
Well said Marc . Squales look awesome
Mark, not many store owners would say “don’t go in debt to buy something from me”. I’m utterly impressed. ❤
Love the responsible Mark segment, well done sir.. I don't need to eat this week, but I do need to know the time :)
Screw food n rent, i'm hangin for a new watch, hook me up.🙃
the most important!
Well how would you know when it is time to eat without a watch? You have done well to not put the cart in front of the horse my good man!
I snorted coffee out of my nose reading this.
Pure integrity!
Squale the most underrated brand ever!!! Class act on the finance segment, don't go in debt!
Archie Luxury would disagree !
thanks!
@@Frank-qs3peBut he’s nuts.
@@Frank-qs3pe
He’s a joke, a poor excuse for a human being, a consumerist and materialist….the perfect modern man!
😂
Thank you for including the financial advice Mark. I’ve seen a lot lately the comment “debt is temporary, drip is forever” when referring to expenses watch purchases. Credit card / loan debt is all time highs and it’s really refreshing to see your quick advice.
LOL, just doing what's right
@@islandwatch Next step is the LIW bank for low interest loans 😎
Dear Sir, I have following you for a while, still not a client, but surely will became one very soon!
Just wanted to say that you have my deepest respect! You are an example and an inspiration for us all.
Respect and all the very best from Portugal
thanks so much!
Mark is THE man. I've learned so much from you over the years. Your passion for watches is contagious and the way you conduct your business is second to none.
Thanks!
Mark, admittedly I haven’t checked-in, in a long while. I have to say though, you’ve just been elevated to someone I will visit more as you’re now a trusted-expert (guess who’s in the circle of trust?), due to your public service announcement not to get in debt over a watch, despite the 0% financing for 12 months, if you cannot afford it. Great job, thanks for being level-headed. I appreciate your advice to the masses.
I would suggest buying a tube if Autosol when buying that polished bracelet as you will definitely need it!
Squale have become my favourite watch brand and I can see myself getting a stable of their magnificent time pieces over time.
Great designs, great specs and value for money 👍
3:25 including this was pure class mate! 👍🏻👍🏻
Disclaimers like yours, Marc, are why you are so loved and TRUSTED! Grateful for you Marc.
You’re my kind of guy Mark! Keep up the good work.👍🏼👍🏼
Thanks, will do!
Responsible Marc is awesome! 👍
haha, thanks!
I own 1521 blue ray and love it! Beautiful watch very happy with the purchase!
That endlink integration is UNREAL. That’s phenomenal.
Yeah, super smooth.
Screw those brakes, I have a bicycle! I'm getting myself another shiny watch 🤣
LOL
I like that. Me too....!!!!
MASSIVE kudos to Marc for being kind enough to remind us to not go into debt for a watch.
...And a regular Thank You for allowing us the option of 12 months to pay with 0% financing fees.
You're the best Marc!
Best ad and advisory on debt I've seen! Thanks for the review too.
Oh wow, that is a beautul bracelet. Somewhat reminds me of Omega's.
Kudos to Marc! I appreciate your statement about not going into debt for a watch. Very responsible and good thing to do. You are aware how addictive this hobby can be. A nice reminder.
I appreciate that!
Very cool indeed. And again, probably the most honest guy in the watch game. I do wish the bracelet was brushed… thanks as always.
Brushed version is coming.
Good advice about finance. I have used 0% deals in the past and usually have one on the go at any one time. I have bypassed some serious price rises so it has worked for me. My advice is the same as yours. Make sure the payments are affordable if another problem should arise. I still like that model on the mesh.
Great tip!
I’ll be picking up a blasted bracelet for mine!
03:25 - This is why I like you/your youtube channel, you're a good dude
Its things like this that made me follow you when i got into watches, and its why i love the islander brand
Beautiful... So appreciate you and this awesome channel. Hey just got my Islander ISL_07 yesterday (my third Islander, 5th watch purchase from LIW), you just can't beat the high quality and very affordable price of Islander. Showed it to my "watch maker" (who wasn't familiar with your brand, he is now) and he was blown away by the quality and the value for the price. He was very impressed (and this is a guys who's a fourth generation watch maker, who deals mostly in high end watches. ) Thank you!!! Cheers.. Markus
That's great to hear, thank you!
You are a genuine gentleman Mark. 👏🏼
thanks!
A man of integrity.
I'm one of those guys who hadn't bought a Squale due to them not having an OEM integrated, link bracelet. I guess I don't have an excuse for not getting one now.
Love you man. The world needs more yous. Honor and integrity and passion for more than just what they love. Big fan of everything long island watch is about. ❤-100* god bless
This has to be the best value for a Sellita SW200 based watch. Totally worth it. Thanks Marc!
Fantastic! I hope to someday buy from this gentleman.
Excited for the blasted bracelet!
The 1521 was nearly a perfect watch already.
Relieved to hear that the blasted case option is coming out.
OMG that bracelet is beautiful!
Just recently bought a 1545 from you Marc. That blue 1521 will be my next Squale purchase, don’t know when, but it has been in my radar for some time.
Love this brand. I own two. They need to call Christopher Ward or someone to figure out how to create a reasonably priced cast clasp with a micro adjust. That seems to be the weakest link in their chain. It would improve their perceived quality and comfort immensely.
Nice video. Happy to see this bracelet option. Is it female end links? Will you or Squale in the mean time be making for other models?
Ordered mine today. Can’t wait
Wow, the links are nice and small to allow more articulation. Love that they went with this style.
I agree!
You very much have my respect for saying not to go into debt for a watch. You are a stand-up guy.
Thank you.
Would love to see how the brushed bracelet looks on the ocean blue polished as I don't think I could go with an all polished bracelet plus polished case. The brushed finish looks quite fine so I think it would work.
Looks like the Seiko 6139 “Pogue” bracelet. Perfect fitment and style!
The brand new scratch magnet! Yay!
LOL
marc, long island watch and team >>>
Ordered 🎉🎉
Now you’ve got me to buy an Islander Republic, and a JLC Atmos, and this … lets gooooo
In my opinion it is simply beautiful! 👍🤩
I bought a bracelet for a 1545 I had, direct from Squale. I couldn't use the tightest hole of microadjust, because the divers extension got in the way of it and wouldn't fit within the clasp when that first microadjust hole was used. Pretty poor IMO. Also, with so many microbrands offering on the fly quick adjust, why are brands like Squale still persisting with microadjust holes, especially when you consider the price of the bracelet alone. I really want to like tgis option and buy a bracelet for my 1521. But there's a few factors that remain slightly off putting for me unfortunately.
Somehow missed this video when it came out and now the polished bracelet is out of stock! Gorgeous bracelet will make me wear my 1521 profundo more (I’m a bracelet guy) which it deserves. When do you think they will be back in stock??
That is a hummdinger of a bracelet! 😊🐶
sure is, Brande
I had been considering selling my 1521, but i might have to pick up one of these bracelets for mine. The crown will still be a little hard to get to though.
Is the blue dial on the COSC model the same blue as the non-COSC 1521OCN.SQ20L?
yes
Great video Marc! Personally, I think they should have ditched the diver extension for a tool-free micro adjust with side push release buttons. Friction fit clasp is so outdated.
Thanks for checking it out.
Beautiful bracelet.
A bit of a bummer it didn't offer a tool-less on the fly micro-adjustment possibility, chamfered edges on the milled "scissor" like on some SEIKOs and screwed links tho, especially for the price and as it's made by a respected brand like Squale.
That would've been the cherry on top. Still a great upgrade!
Mark, I have the 50 ATMOS Militaire, blasted. I was thinking a bracelet would look cool. When they come out please show us, thanks.
Squale Tropic straps (made in Italy) are super nice. Super super nice!
I fear for the sanctity of that high polish but the bracelet is quite affordable so I wouldn't worry too much about it. PS I just hope it doesn't take 50 years for a 38mm blue aventurine/ goldstone Brookville. Also appreciate _responsible_ Finance Marc, that guy knows what he's talking about.
LOL, thank you.
Some things are worth waiting for. What a great new bracelet for the watch with the best blue in all watchdom.
Class act on the finance by the way 👏 Not surprised by your class though 👏
OMG am I dreaming Marc lol awesome and thank you for the video 😊👍
Any time!
Looks like a nicer version of the Seiko Monster bracelet. I dig it.
50 Atmos in that bright blue dial may be my next watch. Is the blue dial on the 50 Atmos have more punch than the 1521?
Great video! Thanks! ❤
You are so welcome!
I would have bought the that watch a long time ago if it had a proper bracelet. About time really.
Great video and a good looking bracelet. Unfortunately it took them so long to come out with it, that this type of clasp is no longer up-to-date.
Wish they would have had that available last year before I bought the 1545. I wanted the 1521, but wanted a bracelet. That polish looks great!
Timing is everything sometimes
I just can't even get warm with the Squalle brand to be Honest. The same with Hublot brand and even Hamilton are in my No thanks basket.
Just got the blasted version (bracelet only). The 4th micro adjust hole (tightest) is useless. The clasp won't close in the 4th position. Squale's response was 3 micro adjusts is all you need as that is the length of a link. I reminded them having adjustments exactly the length of a link is useless. I need the 4th hole to fit well. If I take a link out, when my wrists swell, I don't have any more adjusts to use. That's why they should have adjusts greater than a link size - or a half link or two.... So beware, the 4th hole is useless.
Mark what does it weigh on the bracelet - regards Bruce
Beautiful watches
They are!
That's a beauty. Now they need to sell the master bracelet. I had to order the blasted steel mesh for my comsubin.
I think they do or will be soon.
Great video Marc
thanks for watching!
Really curious how the brushed bracelet would look on the polished case 1521's. Could you do a follow up video on that once they release the brushed version for separate sales? Thanks!
If you notice, the Milanese on mine during wrist check is blasted
I just gotta buy a Squale 1 day… & after Mark’s awesome finance comment I’ll 💯 buy it from him 👍👍👍😊😊😊
Thanks so much
@@islandwatch … you’re very welcome… i luv that blue & white squale matic… slightly above my usual watch budget… 1 day… 👍😊
In what year did Squale remove the writing from the side of the 1521? Newer cases look kind of odd without the etching.
Squale make a nice watch.
Love the dial color. But I don't spend that much on a single watch. The bracelet costs more than most of my watches.
Hey Mark - where do I sign up for a notification when the bead blasted bracelet is released?
I'll do a video for sure.
I own mine since almost 5 years, I've expected this for a while and now it's almost weird seeing it on an endlinks bracelet 😅 but pretty for sure.
Dam I wish this was available for the 60 atmos Matic diver.
Does it fit the Matic?
No
ocean cosc, yes please!
Bull sharks will love the shiny lure on the wrist lol
I wish this had a standard springbar mount for the clasp on both sides so that the clasp could be changed. I can’t do a bracelet without one of those 6 position ratcheting clasps anymore, and I’m not spending over $500 for two bracelets to make it work for me. But, it is a beautiful bracelet.
I hear ya
Ethical and wonderful marc
Are spare links available for your bracelets you sell for us larger wrist people?
Not yet, but I'll get them.
Will this fit the 60 Atmos Squale?
I will buy one of your watches (right now my favorite is Calabro GMT) when I can afford it. I have gone into debt before during my watch "accumilation" phase. I don't sell my watches so I just went broke. Now I will save for the Calabbro GMT!
Thank you. Save up!
I have the green ray 1521 most comfortable watch ever !
The sand blasted bracelet will be awesome.
that's gonna be killer
Cool where was the glow dial?!😮 hey you are such a class guy for that insert saying if you can’t afford a watch don’t buy one. Your bad ass rating just went thru the roof!! I’m a long time customer and will remain one!! Keep the designs a coming!!👊🤛🤘🏻🤘🏻
I don’t have a Swiss diver, is Squale worth it? My budget is around $1500 US max inc all taxes etc. I’d rather not get a Swatch group watch, have plenty of their other brands. Oris has my eye but then I keep coming back to the Squale…
That matches perfectly. Really nit. I sure would like one on mine.. yet it is quite pricey, relatively.
Sure does!
The bracelet I’ve been waiting for! Not a fan of the milanese style. Looks like I’ll be working a little OT 😅
Very nice. A bit pricey, but looks pretty good.
Agreed!
Does these bracelets support large wrist? Mine is 8.5 inches in diameter.
you'd need extra links
50 years…..still no micro-adjust clasp. Maybe in another 50 years…. 😂
You must’ve missed that part in the video. 😂
No on-the-fly micro adjustment, and the diver extension doesn’t count.
micro, yes. . . ratchet, no
In my opinion, Squale missed the opportunity on coming out with a bracelet that competes with the likes of Christopher Wards, Formex, and other micro brands in the same price range. Quick release and on the fly quick adjust clasp are a must for me if I am spending this much on a watch. Some micro brands are offering these 2 features on watches below $700.
Thanks for watching anyway
@@islandwatchhow about replying to his valid comments on a watch you’ve just reviewed?
@@avakkai Shots fired!
@@jc2604 I love Mark and his transparent takes. Which is why his reply here to a valid complaint is disappointing, though understandable as he’s selling a lot of Squales via LIW.
That is a great looking bracelet, I just wish they did a brushed finish on the center links for the fully polished model to break it up a little and help the wear.
You’re gonna need to buy Cape Cod cloths by the pallet to keep that looking nice lol.
Cape Cod is your friend.
Did you say at the end that the new bracelet will be 'a scratch magnet for sure'..? i mean if so, it's pretty disappointing. it's a beautiful bracelet as new, but.. what will it look like after a bit normal wear..
It's a high polish, so let's be honest
Any bracelet without on the fly micro adjust in 2024 might as well not exist.
Okay, thanks.
Now that the non-GMT Sub-39 is discontinued(boo!), it makes sense that Squale would class up the 1521.
True, occupy that price bracket.
Beautiful product! I'm going to have to pass on this one for now, I literally ordered an Islander last night haha!
Well done on the finance / responsible side of things, awesome insert!
Awesome! Thank you!