looks so elegant and classic in this color. I love this followed by the gold one. The blue hands are very Cartier-inspired. Its great to see that silver on silver doesn`t wash out all these amazing details of the watch
Just bought one today. Argento silver with a couple of diff straps Been after a chiming watch for a long, long time… but out of my price range eg a Lange and Sohne chiming Zeitwerk As a package this offers a great alternative for me, and while I appreciate it’s not a Lange - I’m pretty sure it’ll bring a smile to my face every hour V much looking fwd to wearing it Thanks for the review which swung it for me
Can’t beat gold polished Roman numerals that sparkle like jewels in the sunlight. Loving the sun ray dial man that pops!MAMACOO watches. What a beautiful subtle piece.
I’m conflicted with this watch. The mechanism is supposed to be the standout feature and the silver somewhat hides this. Silver and gold look more high horology but I think the blue is the best compromise as it still shows the chiming mechanism whilst also showing off a guilloche dial. I’m almost tempted to get an original version.
I just got into watch collecting. I've loved watches since I was young but I never had anyone teach me or bring deeper into the world. MAMACOO brought closer to a community and hobby I always wanted to get into more and that is incredibly meaningful to me !
After waiting a year for the C1 had my deposit returned.If I had eventually got one I would be annoyed to see this which looks better but still too big for me.
Funnily enough, MAMACOO's replicas are perfect for people who can actually afford a luxury watch. Because in those social circles, it wouldn't matter and everybody would just assume it's real. You have a yacht and a beach house in Tuscany, of course that replica is real. There isn't a millionaire out there going around with a jeweller's loupe to scrutinize their acquaintance's watch. They'll just go "Oh is that a Patek? Nice, I should really get my hands on one of those, they look great."
The movement is a Sellita SW200-1 with an extra chime Module on top. Movement is a 'workhorse' , and can be searched on the internet to see which brands uses it, and in which models. I wanted to say it reminded me of Ketelaars' s design, which I find it to be far cleaner, and the price was close (last time I looked into them) - however he raised his prices, so it ain't the same battleground anymore. So, my advice, before shilling 5k: save a bit more, buy a SH Glashutte Original Pano, and use your phone's alarm as a 'chime' , as nobody cares about the function, other than the one buying the watch.
@@j.faxwitz5668 did you manage to read what I typed? Here, simplified answer: Ketalaars' s watches started before from 4.5k. Now they are around 7.5k, so not the same league. Thus, migrate to GO Pano. Better?
@j.faxwitz5668 let me simplify it, so you too can understand: Ketalaars was 4.5, entry level, when I looked at it, a few years back. Not anymore, thus not the same contest (although I' d argue, if he improved his skill, it's still the better buy) . Save a bit more, buy a SH GO Pano- you don't take the hit, and you get better quality and originality. And don't pay to be a brokie rich guy (chime) to impress nobody. Also, this Silver dial design is a joke.
It's basically unheard of to have this kind of compilation sub 5 figures esp. from a "newer" brand with their own movement. Think that's a big part of the fan fare re: the innovation and the rarity at this price pt.
@@sequoianagamatsu1402 absolutely right. It' s more of a gimmick for the absolute rich. Now, I ask you: do you really need it? Spare me the `nobody needs a watch in this day` : do you need a chime in a watch? It' s a gimmick, a module on a standard Movement, for CW. The big houses that sell this gimmick, I am guessing they designed their whole movements themselves, and built them- huge difference. Nobody other than fanboys and kids will admire it.
@@bodrulm1 it's not for many people, as you can read in some comments. Also try to read who started being toxic. Don' t take the `right` side just cause subjectively, you might like this piece of junk as well. Just sayin' .
@@sdm107Seeing as they won a prestigious award in Switzerland last year for the Bel Canto, it is obvious that the Swiss consider Christopher Ward has brand identity. Obviously your brain isn’t working as fast as your keyboard fingers!
@@JamesAlexander14 that's a toxic fanboish answer to give. Do you know how those awards are given? BTW: Secondary market is always a good indicator of the true value of a watch (ignore the current bubble for now) . CW are like overpriced Seiko' s. The only ones believing they are 'good' are the fanboys; don't go into extremes, like Rolex, if you care to reply to this. Also, they won the 'Pageant/ Design' award, not the 'That's a watch worth collecting ' award. 'A category that requires its watches to be within a retail price between CHF 2,000 and CHF 8,000. Smartwatches too are admissible in this category.' It went against old established designs- understandably it won the 'Caught my eye' award (not with this hard to read joke of a dial) . And between the 'boring' BB from Tudor and this, it's clear which one had more RnD into the mechanical side invested of the 'mechanical watch' part, and which in its dial and gimmicks.
@@sdm107 they had to start from somewhere, and slowly build up. The problem I find, is that the more a (relatively) unknown brand gets pushed by shills known as 'influencers' , the more likely it is it's not at all as advertised (too many buzzwords and undeserved compliments) .
I find them so overhyped. For this amount, you can get far better. Who knows, maybe it's all subjective. Readability looks absolute crap. The Refractions from the crystal... All the details get lost in the silver dial. Get ready to find it overpriced on Chrono24 for a few months, afterwards, a nose dive. 3K a SH Pilot Zentith Pilot- get that.
You don’t get this. It is an homage to the history and heritage of watches instead of the run of the mill garbage constantly being churned out. You will not get a complication like this for the price. Stick to Timex. It’s in your price league.
@@JamesAlexander14 True, I can afford a Timex. Was that suppose to be an insult? Toxic little c*nt, try to be civilized, or I take the leather strap off the watch and slap you with it until you get some manners. This is an overhyped design, that got some traction and now every wannabe 'connoisseur' shill try to screerch loud about why it makes sense to pay so much for it. The gray on gray with a little bit of blue for the hours is just Chinese level design. Speaking of which, there's a Double Hearted Chinese for sale, with very similar design- 60$. Has more readability, doesn't chime, and you save money to pay for more than a beauty pageant award “PETITE AIGUILLE”
@@JamesAlexander14 you obviously don't know that the term `homage` is an attempt to mask `copycat knockoff` . Other than a YT Channel, where you present such cheap stuff, what else do you have going for you? Watch world knowledge, I see it' s at a low, and words meaning, also at a low. So, you' re a toxic fanboy.
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Great review! Definitely 'fixes' the issues of the original, namely the legibility of the contrasted roman numerals and the guilloche is 🔥🔥🔥!
looks so elegant and classic in this color. I love this followed by the gold one. The blue hands are very Cartier-inspired. Its great to see that silver on silver doesn`t wash out all these amazing details of the watch
Just bought one today. Argento silver with a couple of diff straps
Been after a chiming watch for a long, long time… but out of my price range eg a Lange and Sohne chiming Zeitwerk
As a package this offers a great alternative for me, and while I appreciate it’s not a Lange - I’m pretty sure it’ll bring a smile to my face every hour
V much looking fwd to wearing it
Thanks for the review which swung it for me
Thank you for reviewing the bel canto classic. Not a lot of content on it right now for someone who's trying to make a move on this one. Cheers!
Hi. Yes, they are beautiful. I ordered them for January in gold color. Good luck.
C-Ward always hits the mark. Nice review bro
Can’t beat gold polished Roman numerals that sparkle like jewels in the sunlight. Loving the sun ray dial man that pops!MAMACOO watches. What a beautiful subtle piece.
Much better looking, as you said!
Many modern watches improve the design over time but the originals are always the most sought after by collectors.
I’m conflicted with this watch. The mechanism is supposed to be the standout feature and the silver somewhat hides this. Silver and gold look more high horology but I think the blue is the best compromise as it still shows the chiming mechanism whilst also showing off a guilloche dial. I’m almost tempted to get an original version.
Definitely a deep stamped caseback, with multiple finishes.
I just got into watch collecting. I've loved watches since I was young but I never had anyone teach me or bring deeper into the world. MAMACOO brought closer to a community and hobby I always wanted to get into more and that is incredibly meaningful to me !
After waiting a year for the C1 had my deposit returned.If I had eventually got one I would be annoyed to see this which looks better but still too big for me.
On off button doesn't look good in terms of brushing
Funnily enough, MAMACOO's replicas are perfect for people who can actually afford a luxury watch. Because in those social circles, it wouldn't matter and everybody would just assume it's real. You have a yacht and a beach house in Tuscany, of course that replica is real. There isn't a millionaire out there going around with a jeweller's loupe to scrutinize their acquaintance's watch. They'll just go "Oh is that a Patek? Nice, I should really get my hands on one of those, they look great."
The movement is a Sellita SW200-1 with an extra chime Module on top.
Movement is a 'workhorse' , and can be searched on the internet to see which brands uses it, and in which models.
I wanted to say it reminded me of Ketelaars' s design, which I find it to be far cleaner, and the price was close (last time I looked into them) - however he raised his prices, so it ain't the same battleground anymore.
So, my advice, before shilling 5k: save a bit more, buy a SH Glashutte Original Pano, and use your phone's alarm as a 'chime' , as nobody cares about the function, other than the one buying the watch.
If you want a Ketelaars with more bells and whistles above his entry level you won't get one for 4,5k. You probably have to add 3 grand....
@@j.faxwitz5668 did you manage to read what I typed?
Here, simplified answer: Ketalaars' s watches started before from 4.5k. Now they are around 7.5k, so not the same league. Thus, migrate to GO Pano.
Better?
@j.faxwitz5668 let me simplify it, so you too can understand:
Ketalaars was 4.5, entry level, when I looked at it, a few years back. Not anymore, thus not the same contest (although I' d argue, if he improved his skill, it's still the better buy) .
Save a bit more, buy a SH GO Pano- you don't take the hit, and you get better quality and originality. And don't pay to be a brokie rich guy (chime) to impress nobody.
Also, this Silver dial design is a joke.
I just don’t get this watch, what am I missing? Maybe by the end of the video I will like it more :)
It's basically unheard of to have this kind of compilation sub 5 figures esp. from a "newer" brand with their own movement. Think that's a big part of the fan fare re: the innovation and the rarity at this price pt.
@@sequoianagamatsu1402 absolutely right. It' s more of a gimmick for the absolute rich. Now, I ask you: do you really need it? Spare me the `nobody needs a watch in this day` : do you need a chime in a watch? It' s a gimmick, a module on a standard Movement, for CW. The big houses that sell this gimmick, I am guessing they designed their whole movements themselves, and built them- huge difference. Nobody other than fanboys and kids will admire it.
@@UrSSuL it's not for you. That's all you had to see not the diatribe. No company makes all things for all people.
@@bodrulm1 it's not for many people, as you can read in some comments. Also try to read who started being toxic. Don' t take the `right` side just cause subjectively, you might like this piece of junk as well. Just sayin' .
Thank goodness they didn't put that horrible logo on this one.
Beautiful watch.
Christopher Ward is the spray and pray of the watch world. Not a fan
They try to do what Tudor does with the BB. They saw positive response, now they make 200 Versions. Same principle as in gaming- Skins.
@ it’s not just that, they cover all kinds of watches - anything they think will sell. They have absolutely no brand identity
@@sdm107Seeing as they won a prestigious award in Switzerland last year for the Bel Canto, it is obvious that the Swiss consider Christopher Ward has brand identity. Obviously your brain isn’t working as fast as your keyboard fingers!
@@JamesAlexander14 that's a toxic fanboish answer to give. Do you know how those awards are given?
BTW: Secondary market is always a good indicator of the true value of a watch (ignore the current bubble for now) . CW are like overpriced Seiko' s. The only ones believing they are 'good' are the fanboys; don't go into extremes, like Rolex, if you care to reply to this.
Also, they won the 'Pageant/ Design' award, not the 'That's a watch worth collecting ' award.
'A category that requires its watches to be within a retail price between CHF 2,000 and CHF 8,000. Smartwatches too are admissible in this category.'
It went against old established designs- understandably it won the 'Caught my eye' award (not with this hard to read joke of a dial) .
And between the 'boring' BB from Tudor and this, it's clear which one had more RnD into the mechanical side invested of the 'mechanical watch' part, and which in its dial and gimmicks.
@@sdm107 they had to start from somewhere, and slowly build up. The problem I find, is that the more a (relatively) unknown brand gets pushed by shills known as 'influencers' , the more likely it is it's not at all as advertised (too many buzzwords and undeserved compliments) .
I find them so overhyped. For this amount, you can get far better. Who knows, maybe it's all subjective.
Readability looks absolute crap. The Refractions from the crystal... All the details get lost in the silver dial.
Get ready to find it overpriced on Chrono24 for a few months, afterwards, a nose dive.
3K a SH Pilot Zentith Pilot- get that.
You don’t get this. It is an homage to the history and heritage of watches instead of the run of the mill garbage constantly being churned out. You will not get a complication like this for the price. Stick to Timex. It’s in your price league.
@@JamesAlexander14 True, I can afford a Timex. Was that suppose to be an insult? Toxic little c*nt, try to be civilized, or I take the leather strap off the watch and slap you with it until you get some manners.
This is an overhyped design, that got some traction and now every wannabe 'connoisseur' shill try to screerch loud about why it makes sense to pay so much for it. The gray on gray with a little bit of blue for the hours is just Chinese level design. Speaking of which, there's a Double Hearted Chinese for sale, with very similar design- 60$. Has more readability, doesn't chime, and you save money to pay for more than a beauty pageant award “PETITE AIGUILLE”
@@JamesAlexander14 you obviously don't know that the term `homage` is an attempt to mask `copycat knockoff` .
Other than a YT Channel, where you present such cheap stuff, what else do you have going for you? Watch world knowledge, I see it' s at a low, and words meaning, also at a low.
So, you' re a toxic fanboy.
@@JamesAlexander14 'Homage' cheap knockoffs- we agree on that.