@@martinc.720 thanks man. I’d love to have a Rolex but I honestly don’t think I’ll ever be able to realistically afford one. Maybe some day, but for now the stein hart is an amazing watch.
I have seen this subject beaten to death. I own two original Rolex, two 1960s Daytona, of which one is an original Paul Newman. So, probably a 100kUSD watch in today's market. Yet, I just purchased a Steinhart Ocean Once (and used!) and enjoy it immensely. No reason today to dish out 15k euro at once, when what many like me are seeking is to rotate watches on their wrists going for different looks every few days. Steinhart has 99% of the looks, great quality at un UNBEATABLE price. Rolex found the proper look for a manly watch - took them decades - I don't see the need to re-invent the wheel each and every time and, contrary to what you are saying, Jenni, I DO see value in copying - quality copy - such amazing design. Though I DO own Rolex as pointed above, I would never, ever buy a Submariner for 15k euro today .Thanks for the presentation - it helped me illustrate better my point where the Steinhart kicks ass
I own a Steinhart Ocean One Black Ceramic and an Omega Seamaster and a Rolex GMT Master II I love my Rolex, I like my Omega… I am over the moon with the Steinhart - for the money and the customer service (money is no object to me and my wife) - I will never spend Rolex money and will buy more of these Steinharts, they are superb!
Thank you for having the courage as a Rolex owner to point out just how hard Steinhart works to produce and provide watches of such high build, fit and finish quality at such a LOW (10th the) price. Steinhart deserves all the praise and success they rightly receive. And also unlike Rolex, they actually LIKE their customers and provide wonderful customer service.
All in favour of homage watches, and would love this Steinhart. In my experience the people that are most vociferously opposed to homages are ones who use their watches as a way of showing off how rich they are and they hate the fact that people can get a v similar look for much less.
Yes just buy a fake Ferrari while your at it All you fake people wearing fake watches to show off something you dont have??? Who's the insecure one huh?? Ypu cant enjoy brands in your budget with original designs??
A “good” watch is one that brings a smile to its owner’s face. Maybe it’s out of a sense of pride, accomplishment, or simply because he or she likes the watch. An homage, an original, or something in between can generate a smile. At the end of the day, there’s room for all watch collectors. Put another way, “live and let live!” Great video, Jenni and congrats on 50k subs. Well-deserved!
Jenni, as a metallurgist, I have to correct you here. 904L steel is not more scratch resistant compared to 316L. It has better anti-magnetic and anti-corrosion properties. 316L is actually harder than 904L. 904L steel feels shinier because of the higher amount of chromium compared to 316L but also be aware that 904L contains more nickel. So, if you're allergic to nickel, go with titanium (316L also contains nickel, though lower than 904L).
Hi man, I would like to buy Steinhart but their bracelets seems to be cheap, I mean, it seems to me that their bracelets don’t shine, it’s just an impression? They use a steel that don’t shine? I am talking about Steinhart watches that use an Oyster bracelet. Please look at the Tissot Seastar 2000: his bracelets is amazing!!! Its a jewel!!! You are a metallurgist so maybe you can answer to me, thanks🙏🏻
I’ve had many Steinhart watches over the years. I still have one. Great watch. Great price and they have top notch customer service. I’ve got expensive watches and steinharts and they both sit proudly next to each other in my watch box.
@@BuckingHorse-Bull thats what happens for decades of stealing other peoples ideas ROLEX , and not using your own movements but kidding people for almost a century using aegler movements and dennison cases ! , paying people at other watch companies for their new ideas , shame on rolex
I’ve owned Rolex, Patek, AP, as well as Steinhart, Invicta, etc. Financial concerns will always create the demand for homage type watches, and I think their availability is actually a positive for the industry as a whole. Keeping as many people interested and actively participating in buying and enjoying timepieces, regardless of their income, is nothing but positive. Rolex will always be a grail for collectors, and they do not lose sales because of sub-$1000 watches. Love your videos Jenni!! ❤️
I own a Steinhart Ocean One 42...and after wearing it for four years it's still an incredible watch. Levi Strauss invented blue jeans. Every time we wear blue jeans we are paying homage to Levi Strauss / Levi's. The same applies to watches. No one calls random blue jeans an homage to Levi's.
Levi Strauss & Jacob W Davies DID NOT INVENT BLUE JEANS!.. They Patented the Riveting of them in 1873 Blue Jeans were invented by Black Slaves in South Carolina in the Mid 1700's
@@othus123 Steinhart's also do quite well in the 2nd hand market. It's all subject to what people want to pay. Who knows in 30 years how the watch market will fair out.
@@othus123 No one knows what will happen 30 years... I don't doubt the rolex will still be working well... But will it be valued in a fortune? Hard to tell...
My thoughts on homage are along the lines of it being the highest form of appreciation. However unless its a replica it doesn't really impact the bottom-line of the original brand because usually the target demographic is quite different.
I have great appreciation for homage watches, especially one that emulates one of the most classic watches of all time, the Pepsi Rolex GMT-Master. The Steinhart pays respect to a great watch created for Pan-Am pilots in the 1950’s and remains one of the most sought after watches by enthusiasts. Although strikingly similar to the GMT-Master, the Steinhart is clearly not a Rolex but beautiful nonetheless.
I had a Rolex Explorer II in my 20's. I bought it to show I made it. I loved it but it lost its luster for me because nobody else noticed it was a Rolex. Sold it and now have a box full of Squales and Steinharts and couldn't be happier. For me I looking at my wrist and seeing a nice watch does the trick, I don't care about the brand. I also enjoy the money I saved by going the homage route, lets me get more watches.
@Arkadi Danielyan It seems like you disagree with yourself. If he is supposed to buy watches for himself, then why is it stupid that he sold the explorer? And what is wrong with reflecting on his opinions and how they came about?
@Arkadi Danielyan He said he sold it because nobody noticed it was Rolex, and then he reflected on his shift of views to the idea that a watch that makes him happy is more worthwhile than one that attempts to make a statement. His "garbage" watches are a better use of his resources from his perspective because they are pleasing to him.
Cool story but it'd 's fake. Fake people wear fake watches. It's obvious you're trying to convey something when you buy Homage or Replica (same thing).
Chris In fairness, you’re literally judging people on material things. It’s a bad move. I’m a student so I can’t afford the “original”. You can say I’m fake if you want, I’m just living a realistic life.
@@1517the_year Only ppl who try hard to 'convey' something think other ppl do the same. It's called projection. You're on point, mate. It's all about the numbers.
@@Chris-es3wf but its not fake - its a real Steinhart. Homages and replicas are not the same thing. The Steinhart is made for people who like the GMT Master II, but will never be able to afford it. But they arent lying about what it is - it says Steinhart right on the dial. Replicas are meant to deceive people as if you own the real thing. A replica would say GMT Master II and Rolex on the dial.
I honestly think that homage watches really are a great way for regular, everyday people to wear and have the look of something that is unattainable in reality. Not many people can go spend $10k plus on a Rolex but many can go out and get a homage that still functions beautifully and gives you that expensive, classic look of a GMT MASTER 2, Rolex Sub, or even an Omega Speedmaster. These pieces aren’t fakes they are just the reality pieces for an average Rolex or Omega or any expensive watch lover. These homages expand the watch community to not only those who have an unlimited budget but to those who have a tight one. These people still love a pretty watch and for the price and features of a homage... it just cannot be beat!
Roger Hambleton if I could buy a car that was as fast and handled and braked like a Ferrari but cost €6,400 new instead of €150,000 and was called a Hambleton I’d doubt people would laugh.
@@brucedungan - you've obviously missed the point. It has nothing to do with performance but the unoriginal design. There are plenty of watches for 700 Euro that use ETA movements with fantastic original designs and unique heritage.
I've owned a few homage watches and have always been thoroughly impressed with their fit and feel. I am fine with their presence and feel they do contribute to the community by providing certain designs that are typically unavailable to many due to price.
I’ve found that having an homage watch like a Squale or a Steinhart is often the mark if someone who has a passion for watches, appreciates the design, has done their research, but simply can’t afford the high price tag of the big brand names. Great video, thanks for the great content.
@@paulkoller8104 Tell that to Roger Smith - one of the world's best watch makers who wears a Rolex Explorer. But if that's your opinion, I doubt you even know who he is. Go google him and pretend you know what I am talking about in a reply.
Coming from a scientist, we get 20 years to do something with a patent and after that it's not ours anymore! The copy has 'no originality in terms of design' but the submariner was designed in 1953 i.e. anyone who worked on it is long retired and those working at Rolex are simply copying their predecessors work... whilst doing nothing to improve the manufacturing process to reduce the cost.
Why would Rolex wish to allay expenses? Have you ever seen Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Chanel or the likes having promotions or wishes to cut cost so as to make it more affordable? No. Why? Artificial brand prestige. Tbh these Brand all have something in common making smaller and less premium items to target groups of people that wishes to enter luxury market with a “ statement “ piece. It’s actually marketing 101 no “luxury” brand would ever reduce their price ever. During the pandemic in March, Chanel and LV reopened in China after China successfully controlled the pandemic and they thereafter increased the starting price of multiple products. It does not make sense financially, but brand prestige and “luxury” a statement piece are all things that influence people to purchase luxury items even during the pandemic to show they are well off. Humans are way more superficial than you think. So Rolex being a cheap entry watch to the world of luxury the last thing they would wish to do is lower their brand recognition/ prestige. Any non watch people would recognise Rolex as a symbol of success. Not everyone would be able to recognise grand SEIKO which makes fabulous good priced pieces. Why? Rolex brand recognition has been deeply ingrained into everyone for being reliable, no fuss and a status symbol for those who just made it in life. Everyone is willing to pay for the price it’s least of Rolex concern to sell at a lower price. To lower ones price is akin to setting up for customer thinking that promotion would be around the horizon that’s the last thing any brand would wish to do if they wish for brand prestige.
Don’t be a brand snob. Not everyone has €15000 to spend on a watch that’s hard to get in the first place. I have a Steinhart Ocean One Red with an ETA movement. It’s a beautiful piece.
I have a Steinhart Ocean One, I have had Tudor, Rolex and other makes but I have to say I get the same pleasure of wearing my homage watch as I did with the “Real” thing! You cut your cloth to suit your finances and I suppose it’s a great watch for the price point and allows those who can’t afford the price of Rolex to have the same “feel” of wearing a similar looking watch!
I think homages are perfect for the majority that can not afford the luxury equivalent, but still want to enjoy the design. The watch community is enormous and there is a watch out there for everyone, no matter the price tag. Great video!
I think watches like Steinhart and Squale possess their own subtle beauty and are a ridiculous bargain for the price. If you account for brands like Oris throwing in the same ETA-2824 for double the price of the Steinhart you begin to realize how much watch you're getting for your money. Thoroughly enjoy your content and the fact that it's very fast paced and engaging in contrast to other channels. Keep up the good work and cheers!
Agreed. Steinhart's in my opinion are their own watch with Swiss movements - they stand on their own, at a fraction of the cost of a Rolex. As one Rolex owner said "I can at least respect someone who wears a Steinhart. Someone who wears a fake - well that's a shame."
Rolex copied all sorts in the past they had touts in every swiss watch company from the 20s onwards .. The reason they had so many firsts .. rolex used movements from aegler and cases from another company beginning with D ahhh dennison they never made their own watches , crazy eh , they became a charity to avoid taxs yet didnt donate to anybody ( nobody looks through your tax records if your a reg'd charity ) true , the founder reckons ge made the name up but admitted rolls royce were the best engineers Rol ex hmm
Selling something AS a Rolex, that would be illegal. This is selling a great looking watch for a fair margin from manufacturing. Make no mistake- the Steinhart doesnt cost much less to make than the Rolex. Ok, lets say HAlf as much. Still a huge markup for Rolex.
They are both beautiful watches and it is just as important as how it makes one feel. If I wear this Steinhart, it would make me just as happy as someone wearing the more expensive counterpart. This channel will soon have over a million subscribers!
I really love homages watches for various reasons: they easily can get you into the hobby and instead of fashion watches you often gets a good bang for buck. They also can be helpful if you want to get the more expensive watch, you can try if you like the look on yourself easily. And last but not least, not everyone can spend 10/15k for a watch.
I am really enjoying Homage watches, as they open the market to established luxury designs to people who are into watches but not necessarily have the budget to go for the originals that came up with the design. Our art teacher always encouraged us to copy in class, because nice art brings joy to people, so spreading that joy is a good thing :)
I think that homage watches are a great way of having the 'watch of your dream' on your wrist but on a budget. Guys like me will never afford 15000 for a Rolex and my only option to wear something similar is a homage watch. Great review btw.
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In many contries, like Argentina buying a Rolex, unless you are a millionaire or a politician is impossible. Even this Steinhart is the salary of 3 months of a doctor, phD or an engineer. I have been collecting watches for + 60 years. It is good to the young people lovimg watches, any of them. Cheers from Patagonia.
I've been owning a 42mm Steinhart gmt (coke) and let me tell you is worth every penny and more: superb quality at that level, outstanding accuracy, good materials and the feel of a very substantial piece, I wholeheartedly recommend it.
I started off with homage watches, and i enjoyed them and appreciate iconic design cues and offered at affordable prices. it made me pursue for the original design. they are great to play around and can be a conversational piece.
In general I do no have an issue with the homage watches. It’s also weird that the “copying” others is ok between big brands, and frowned upon with less known brands.
Well it’s not that weird considering that the big brands have all contributed to originality and copying between themselves as you say means each have something to gain from one another. The smaller brands contribute nothing in that regard.
In all the decades I've been wearing watches: Omegas, Hamilton, Seikos, Casios, Timex and yes homage watches including a Steinhart Sub and GMT, never, not once, has anyone commented on my watch. 99% of people are to oblivious to notice. Of the 1% of people that do notice, 99% won't mention it. It's only that rare breed, the watch geek that will (a) notice, and (b) actually say anything to you about it. So don't worry about any potential embarrassment of having to respond to "Is that a real Rolex" with "no, it's a Steinhart/Parnis/Tisell/Squale/etc/etc." Odds are it'll never happen!
@@susfu4988 No I'm not worried - I wouldn't be remotely embarrassed by ANY watch I chose even though as I'm pointing out people regularly do care about what others think. I too have been wearing watches for many years and although this is a hypothetical situation it does actually happen. My comment is on the reaction of the wearer which is often telling. 1.Many homage wearers do because they can't afford or aren't willing to pay for luxury brands and are happy with their choice. 2.Many fake or replica wearers are obviously trying to deceive and will if they can. 3.Many Rolex wearers I've come across are disappointed that people often think their extremely expensive watch is a fake anyway. At the end of the day I love watches and I realised a long time ago that they can be enjoyed at ANY price point so each to their own. ✌
If someone is passionate enough about watches, can't afford his/her grail watch yet & dedicates time to find a quality homage brand as Steinhart. That person deserves respect. BTW great videos, keep up with the great work.
I disagree. To me, it says they didn't do enough research and their knowledge is limited. Otherwise they'd easily find an iconic alternative in their price range. Pretty straightforward.
@@Chris-es3wf good point however, sometimes you may not find at first appealing another watch, and if you take your time to find a company using GREAT swiss movements such as Steinhart instead of getting a fake watch, for me that's perfectly respectable and in most cases it is the first step before getting full into this hobby
Homages are not only an easy way to get pieces which are very expensive but the most important of all: they help people to get into the hobby and they are very very funny! Collecting it's not about brands but having fun loving watches, designs and stories and not everybody has the wallet to buy the "big deals"... But homages get close to the thing and are very enjoyable. I like homages a lot and they make people want to be into the hobby, and that is amazing!
Congratulations on 50k subscribers! Homage watches are great option if you want to wear iconic designs without breaking the bank. Keep up the great work. I love the videos!
I can see someone buying an homage watch -particularly a lovely one like that Steinihart. I love many types of watches and can't afford some of the more exclusive ones! Thanks Jenni.
Nothing wrong with homage watches in my opinion, and certainly in my experience buying a good quality homage watch has helped provide that certain look and feel of a desirable mechanical watch while waiting for an opportunity to obtain the original; if it's nicely made go for it!
I actually really liked this comparison since many people can't afford a Rolex, so to see them side by side really helps, great content and thanks for your channel Jenni.
We all love the Rolex designs, they're timeless and function great. In recent times the prices of Rolex (new and used) have skyrocketed, they have become unattainable for most people. So what do we do when we want to see a certain design on our wrist but can't afford it.. we buy homage watches. And I have to say Steinhart makes the best! The quality you get a that price point is amazing. I have held an 'Ocean 39 Ceramic' in my hand and I have to say they feel absolutely solid, especially the bracelet. Love your video as always. I'm pretty sure you'll be at a 100k subs in no time, well deserved!
I always like your well thought-out & nuanced reviews. I Adore Mechanical Watches & have done so for 40 years! I am 67 now & my first "Real" mechanical watch was An Omega Speedmaster 145.022-74. I wore it for 22 years. I own 2 Steinharts. An Ocean One Vintage & An Ocean 39 Explorer Plexi. These watches " Homage" the Rolex Submariners 6200 & 5513, respectively. 6200s are VERY Rare as are 5513s with Explorer dials & i think it is crazy to pay the silly money needed to obtain one. The Steinhart Ocean 39 Explorer Plexi is one of The Best Homages i have ever seen & i adore the Elegance of those smaller Subbies. Great Video! Please, Take Care & Stay Safe!!!
I see a lot of comments mentioning that everyone can’t afford the Rolex so they turn to a homage. I actually own both watches, the Rolex GMT Master 2 Pepsi and the Steinhart Ocean One GMT 39mm Ceramic Black, and I love them both 😊 They both have a spot in my collection and they both fill totally different purposes. I work at a kindergarten and I use my Steinhart as a daily beater, since it sometimes can become quite rough when playing around with 17 children all day long 😂 I find my work to be the perfect place for a homage watch, that’s sturdy and of good quality in itself and does not cost a fortune so that I can easily play around and bash it without worrying about damaging it. And still I get the look that I want 👍
@@GoranKlintenheim My Fake Rolex looks like it should and you wouldn't notice a difference? I'm not bothered its a fake and it only cost a fraction of yours?
Rommel Saint As I wrote above: To each his own man 😂 If you’re happy with wearing something and pretending it’s something else, good for you. I personally don’t get it. If you don’t want to buy a Rolex and think it’s to expensive, why buy a replica that’s pretending it’s the thing that you don’t want to buy??? Why not buying something else entirely? Is it to impress people who can’t tell the difference? To impress girls with wealth that you don’t have? But hey, if you like wearing something made in a Chinese sweat-shop for a fraction of the cost you paid for it, and pretending that it’s something that it ain’t, then good for you 👍 I really don’t understand why you keep writing the same thing over and over? 😂 Sure, you paid $500 for a cheap replica, and you think you got a “sweat deal”. And ok, in your own world it looks the same... 😳 But in my world, it doesn’t matter if it’s the best replica in the world, it’s STILL NOT A ROLEX 😂 Doesn’t matter how hard you try, you’re still wearing a fake... It’s the same thing with the Adidas-pants we all wore in high school. There were a lot of guys wearing fakes. But we all knew who wore fakes and who wore the real deal. And wearing the real deal is just cooler, no matter how hard you try convincing yourself otherwise 👍🍾
Homage... A special honor or respect shown publicly. Thus I love the idea of the homage watch option for those that can't afford the real deal. Cheers!
Love your videos!!! I do however think that certain homage watch brands come across as cheap and can be seen as essentially a "replica" but steinhart is quite special.... They have good workmanship and quality which is something that can give us plebs a glimpse into the world of Swiss craftsmanship at a much more affordable price point!!
I own a Steinhart Ocean One in 39mm and am really impressed by how well it is made. Great timekeeping (+3s/d) and altogether a solid watch for the price you pay. Especially considering it comes with either an ETA or Sellita movement, ceramic bezel insert and a sapphire crystal!
I look at homage watches the same way I look at kit cars that were designed to be raced and probably destroyed on a race track. Would I ever take a 1965 Shelby Cobra to the race track? No, never the surviving Shelby Cobras are extremely expensive and rare. However, I would take a Factory Five Racing AC Cobra kit car to the track any day of the week and race the car like the original 65 Shelby Cobra was intended to be treated. Do I ever see myself wearing a Rolex 126710BLRO as it was originally intended to be worn as being steel Rolex Sports model? At the current prices? never. It would be a safe queen or instantly flipped to buy the Steinhart GMT and to pay off the rest of my student loans. The Steinhart GMT in this video is my Cobra kit car. I would wear it as it was meant to be worn, it would probably never leave my wrist for the foreseeable future.
I understand the analogy, but unless you’re buying Rolex watches to flip or as investments, then they are made to be worn. They can be fixed/refurbed and still maintain value. Submariners and GMT’s from the 70’s and 80’s sell for as much as new ones. But yes, if I had an original ‘65 Shelby AC Cobra 427, no, I wouldn’t drive it but every so often, but I’d drive the hell out of my replica.
Congratulations on 50k subscribers! Was part of the journey and willing to be again for the next milestone. In my opinion, wearing an iconic design for the fraction of the price of the real watch is a win-win situation. Love the content, keep it up.
When I see a Rolex owner: "he/she has a good income and wants to show it. Probably doesn’t care much about watches" When I see a Steinhart owner: "oh, he/she really likes watches and enjoying them"
This particular Steinhart is a superb homage timepiece 👍 Great value for money and a gorgeous looking watch.⌚ Great review and congratulations on the 50000 plus subscribers.
I have a Steinhart Vintage Ocean 1 Red, which I wear as often as my Vintage Omega Seamaster and my Rolex Explorer 1 It keeps great time and looks great on the wrist
A new Rolex Pepsi is impossible to get in retail stores. It now sells between AUD $ 35,000 to 45,000 in the reseller market here in Australia. Absolutely crazy! Steinhart and other homage makers allow real people with average salary to enjoy the design without paying for a watch the price of a brand new sedan!
@@comeon1919 sorry typo in my original comment but yea, the seiko urchin (SNZF15) is exactly where I would start again. Its a seiko 5 sports, its already so affordable there's no clones out there so you can basically trust wherever you buy. I think I got mine on ebay new in box for ~$125. It has a pepsi bezel, 100m water resist, display case back to see the rotor moving, and the mods are endless! You can get new bezels, sapphire crystal swaps, anything
Homage watches for me represent a future vision of who I aspire to be, what I visualise myself as 10 years down the line, sure I can't afford a Rolex Yatch Master now, but wearing a Stienheart with a similar design , layout and hand feel makes it easier for me to see how my journey is heading and also gives a mental boost just imagining how the real thing would look on my wrist. Homage watches for me are a gateway into my future, a future where I can afford the real thing, untill then it gives the high knowing that I am on the right path.
Very well balanced review. Nothing beats the real deal, but I do think brands like Steinhart have a great niche they can fill as they can make the experience of owning a mechanical watch with great design heritage a reality for many people who would have otherwise have been forced to buy a real Rolex knock-off.
I mean, it's not like you can just go into a Rolex store and pick up a gmt pepsi, besides the Steinhart has its own completely separate charm and it just feels like a completely different watch. I really like it.
Rolex: overpriced especially in the last years. Steinhart: good quality at a reasonable price. Homage=Replica?? As far as the brand (in this case Steinhart) is on the dial, you're aware of what you are going to buy and what you want.
I cannot afford the Rolex gmt and I’m not entirely sold on the Tudor gmt but this watch is starting to check off some boxes with me. The more I discover about the Steinhart quality the more I am liking the price.
Very well presented, and explained. Looks like good value for the money, and I feel it's how you get a feel for a watch, everyone chases a holy grail, but also need a day to day watch, which you feel comfortable with. Thanks all.
As a Soldier who live overseas with a wife who lives in the United States, I could definitely use this watch. I like homage watches. We can’t all afford a Rolex. Great video, very cool watch.
Personally I love what Steinhart produce. I have the Ocean One 500 Titanium and adore it. I also have the Tudor Black Bay 58 and did a quick comparison between the two. Great video by the way!
Nice review! Very informative. A friend of mine who is a Jeweller has and GMT with a Pepsi Ceramic. Will always go with the original Rolex. It also increased in value since he bought it which was 4 years ago. I guess if you don't have the money you could always get a Replica Rolex for much less than 640 Euros as well.
@@NAMICA.Watches Yeah yeah definitely not a replicate was more trying to give an extreme example. I wouldn't also be inclined to fund someone whose business model is to create an exact copy of something change the logo and start marketing it. In my eyes I see it wrong. If they would have kept the same style and gave it their own twist I wouldn't have any issue with it. Just my thoughts.
@@NAMICA.Watches I personally can spot the differences. Anyone can do whatever you want but when you are getting something like the copy, usually the copy has a lower build quality. Now if the price difference is something you want to pay for that additional quality that a lot of people cant notice is a different question.
I don't see Homage watches as a bad thing. The logo and heritage is different, and as long as it isn't a replica trying to imitate the original, I think it is ok. I've always loved the look of this watch, and have wanted a Steinhart for some time now!
That is the exact and very best difference between homage and copy to this day - at least for me. On the other hand - if I put it this way - is PLIMA t-shirt an homage to well known brand PUMA? Just caught myself in the loop haha : ))))
An homage, by definition, is something that gives a nod out of respect to a particular design icon and shouldn't be virtually identical. Otherwise, they should be called a knockoff.
I look at them pretty close to how you describe as a "trial" watch before blowing away thousands on a real deal. Another aspect for me is that for about one grand I can get myself a small selection of pretty decent homage watches (consider I can spend a long time to do research on what is the best brand for the money, which often the answer is San Martin), to mix it up and suit my mood better. Another nice thing about them is that you don't have to be so afraid of them, but at the same time you do learn to subconsciously learn to be weary of it being there (like for instance when doing some really dirty or rough work, or just in general not bang your left wrist on any metal surface). And on a different note, I am a huge fan of watches, and I constantly dream of Omega, Rolex, Patek, etc, I would not actually purchase one at this point in my life simply because it wouldn't pair well with my income or savings. Instead I would like to have a small carefully selected collection with a mix of everything from Rolex homages to more original designs from Timex, Citizen, Seiko, etc that are in the same pricerange. And this is also why I think the Bulova Lunar Pilot is a blessing for someone like me, because even though I could just drain a huge sum of my savings on a Speedmaster, this Bulova is a good option, and I don't even feel like it's a cheap replacement of a Speedmaster, rather a watch with it's own history, it's own unique design, and frankly a good looking piece. The big, black dial does in my eyes reminds me of the dark emptiness of space, and it even makes me feel lonely when looking at it, and I like that feeling because I think that's how the astronauts would have felt it too when being alone and so mindblowingly far from the rest of the human race. And on a last point here about homage watches. And this is more a question based around a critical observation: Why would a $250 Chinese Daytona replica be considered a homage, whilst something like Tag Heuer Autavia is not? I have seen homages of other popular watches which also have done several huge design choices that differ them from their "original", just as TH has done, but they are still considered homage watches? Is it simply because of the different price and movement of the Tag that makes them not a homage?
When I first started as a collector I would stay clear of homage watches as I felt they were cheaper quality version of the real deal at best. Now that I have been lucky enough to get the Rolex and others, my views have softened and I've even bought a few homages, mostly to feature on my channel. And you have to remember that even huge brands have copied one another to some extent, sometimes blatantly. As usual, amawing video, keep it up, all the best. Olivier
@@N0gai which is the reason they sell as well as dog turds. Find an iconic design. Yall are still trying to justify the money you wasted on fake garbage.
5 USD or 5 million USD wrist watch, 99.999% of the people passing you on the street, the shop, and so on, will not notice any difference any way. Just wear whatever watch that makes you feel okay with yourself
Chris No. You trying tojustify spending waaay more money on THE REAL DEAL. 10% of the price for engineering, workmanship and QC, 90% for bragging rights. Could I afford a Rolex? Absolutely. Would I own one? No. It's a moral issue.
In my opinion it is absolutely okay to wear hommage watches as long as they have some unique design elements, which the steinhart definitely has. The clasp, the bracelet and the case are different even if they are just small differences compared to the Rolex. A parnis watch for example has only a different logo, the rest looks exactly like a rolex. These watches are more questionable in my opinion... Great and very informative video Jenni! I really love the steinhart ocean gmt, especially the pepsi model. Mach weiter so :)
Parnis does make actual homage watches that differ from the original designs. Check out their Daytona. Parnis chose rectangular hour markers rather than "boat" style markers. Parnis also make a homage of Omega, using design ideas from more than one Omega model. Regarding your post, I think you make a good point.
C. W. I just googled it, you are right, I only knew about the GMT and submariner models, that looked exactly like the Rolex, but the other models you mentioned are more different, that‘s right :) Thank you for your comment!
I tried on that exact Steinhart pepsi on jubilee yesterday. Beautiful piece with a very striking bezel. The colours really pop. Found it to be too flashy for me though. I was drawn more towards the more subtle Steinhart batman though and I ended up getting that one instead. The black and blue bezel 🖤💙
I bought a Steinhart gmt about 8 months ago and although I have enjoyed it I can't say it has captured my heart. I was drawn to it originally because of its obvious resemblance to the Rolex but certainly didn't want a copy. The Steinhart quality is topnotch especially for the price but at the end of the day it is not the watch I really want. I won't be selling it but I suspect it will be the one and only homage watch in my collection. Good work with your views and reviews and keep it up!
My biggest issue with high end watches, besides the ridiculous mark-ups due to the brand name is the fear that I'll feel to accidentally break or lose the watch that costs a cool 10k. Haven't happened to any of my watches, but if it did, I wouldn't lose too much sleep over it, since they are mostly around 500-700 mark. I can wear them and not stress.
I don’t mind homage watches because everything is an homage at this point. And I think that people that hate them, hate mostly the fact that it is more difficult to see that they own a specific expensive piece. There is a lot of vanity among watches enthusiasts and we can see that relatively affordable watches can be disregarded based in their price alone (cheap vs affordable for ex).
No, everything is not an homage. Design style is derivative in all aspects of life, but that's a shallow excuse to purchase a blatant copy. Stein hart is basically a legal replica, and that's never classy. Time will earn your more respect than this fake.
what are the Lange one , Zeitwerk, Datograph homaging? And that's just from Lange. What about the Cartier Santos, the Vacheron Overseas, the Blancpain Fifty Fathoms, the Richard Mille RM-02... original designs keep coming out all the time, it's just that it takes effort and money to do them. Homages are just for brands that want to exploit a legal hole and sell their own version of another brand's design.
@@Chris-es3wf Yes, but the basic question is legal. Rolex does not own the design of the pepsi gmt. What I meant is that the watch has meaning for the owner not to people around that get fooled looking at a type of design that almost every watch brand makes! For example the classic diver watch (created by Blancpain by the way). Is it unfair to Rolex? In a certain way yes, but it is also a big advantage! Eventually everybody wants to own one of those and not one of the replicas! By the way Rolex could make 600 dollars pepsi gmt? But they don’t! Why? Because they do not need or want to! Rolex do not loses costumers with the Steinhart... They gain prestige and the ability to sell quality steel watches at the highest price possible. It is a better business to successfully sell 10000$ watches than 600 ones!
Thank you so much for comparing these two watches. They are both fantastic. Although I can afford the Rolex, I just can’t justify spending that much money on a watch. The Steinhart appears to be a great choice for most people.
I wouldn't classify that as homage, more like a Tudor take on the submariner. Put them side by side and you will see similarities but you can tell them apart. The Steinhart and the Pepsi look like twins.
@@EpidemikE1 @zaf240489 look up the definition of homage and you will see that the BB58 is an homage to the old Submariner references. en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Homage_(arts) """ The term is often used in the arts for where one author or artist shows respect to another by allusion or imitation """ Even on the Tudor website it is stated that they where inspired: """ the Black Bay Fifty-Eight features a dial inspired by the TUDOR divers’ watches of the 1950s. It adopts the characteristic angular hands known to collectors as snowflake, that appeared in the brand’s 1969 catalogue. Finally, the large winding crown, characteristic of the first generation of TUDOR divers' watches to be waterproof to 200 metres (660 ft), is also presented in this new model. """ Now there are of course more original homages and some less original but still, the BB58 is one. And that is nothing bad in my opinion. In fact it is the reason I bought it.
I think this is a lovely watch, and for most people, a Rolex, let alone Pepsi GMT, is completely out of sight. Kudos to Steinhart for making such a nice homage for an affordable price. Thanks for the great content. I have now watched several of your videos and today, I subscribed. Cheers!
Thanks for another great video, Jenni. I must say, looking at them side-by-side, I prefer the look of the Steinhart. The one thing that the Rolex (and the Tudor GMT) offer above most others is the “jump” hour hand (traveller’s GMT), which is super useful if/when I go traveling again.
As I wrote in your post you did about homages this watche, it is for people that LOVE the world of watches and the excellent design of rolex but do not have the funds to buy the dream watch in a reasonable time. I am a medical school student and it will be many years studying and loans payment before I will be able to buy myself a gmt master 2. Homage watches are for us, the people that can not buy a nice watch knowing they have a 3 years of loans to pay for it. Regards
There are iconic designs at every price point. You're just trying to justify buying a blatant poser watch. Sad. Just wait until you can afford it or simply appreciate it from afar. It'll make the purchase that much more meaningful when you do. Homage watches are for fake people. God help our medical system if this is the best we have....
@@Chris-es3wf Wow, I am not sad, I happily wear my Steinhart every day. What is sad is that you have such a negative view of your fellow watch lovers, but watch snobbery is a common problem today. I own Seikos and such as well but they do not have the rolex look I love. I and a good portion of the comments would like if you could take your condescending attitude some were else.
Homage watches are important for the market. They give oportunity to wearing same cool design timepieces for whom those can’t afford a real piece. And as a consequence they bit up a real piece value and make it even more wantend.
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I’m 18 and I’ve just bought a steinhart ocean one with the Kermit dial. In celebration of my first real full time job.
Congrats!
@@yuezhang4458 Or “Go with whatever you like, not with what a stranger tells you to go with”.
Congrats!!
@@martinc.720 thanks man. I’d love to have a Rolex but I honestly don’t think I’ll ever be able to realistically afford one. Maybe some day, but for now the stein hart is an amazing watch.
@@yuezhang4458 absolutely man San Martin makes great watches.
I have seen this subject beaten to death. I own two original Rolex, two 1960s Daytona, of which one is an original Paul Newman. So, probably a 100kUSD watch in today's market. Yet, I just purchased a Steinhart Ocean Once (and used!) and enjoy it immensely. No reason today to dish out 15k euro at once, when what many like me are seeking is to rotate watches on their wrists going for different looks every few days. Steinhart has 99% of the looks, great quality at un UNBEATABLE price. Rolex found the proper look for a manly watch - took them decades - I don't see the need to re-invent the wheel each and every time and, contrary to what you are saying, Jenni, I DO see value in copying - quality copy - such amazing design. Though I DO own Rolex as pointed above, I would never, ever buy a Submariner for 15k euro today .Thanks for the presentation - it helped me illustrate better my point where the Steinhart kicks ass
I own a Steinhart Ocean One Black Ceramic and an Omega Seamaster and a Rolex GMT Master II I love my Rolex, I like my Omega… I am over the moon with the Steinhart - for the money and the customer service (money is no object to me and my wife) - I will never spend Rolex money and will buy more of these Steinharts, they are superb!
Thank you for having the courage as a Rolex owner to point out just how hard Steinhart works to produce and provide watches of such high build, fit and finish quality at such a LOW (10th the) price. Steinhart deserves all the praise and success they rightly receive. And also unlike Rolex, they actually LIKE their customers and provide wonderful customer service.
All in favour of homage watches, and would love this Steinhart. In my experience the people that are most vociferously opposed to homages are ones who use their watches as a way of showing off how rich they are and they hate the fact that people can get a v similar look for much less.
agree 100%
Plus there are so many extremely convincing fakes around that I would still be 50/50 when randomly spotting one on someone’s wrist.
agree 100%
Yes just buy a fake Ferrari while your at it
All you fake people wearing fake watches to show off something you dont have??? Who's the insecure one huh?? Ypu cant enjoy brands in your budget with original designs??
As long as the owner is happy with their watch, thats all that matters
A “good” watch is one that brings a smile to its owner’s face. Maybe it’s out of a sense of pride, accomplishment, or simply because he or she likes the watch. An homage, an original, or something in between can generate a smile. At the end of the day, there’s room for all watch collectors. Put another way, “live and let live!” Great video, Jenni and congrats on 50k subs. Well-deserved!
100% watch appreciater. The Steinhart looks lovely.
That’s why I buy fakes, they make me happy.
Stienhart or Lorie pepsi???
Jenni and Jeb? What is this a crossover episode?
So, what would the JebScore be on the Steinhart?
Jenni, as a metallurgist, I have to correct you here. 904L steel is not more scratch resistant compared to 316L. It has better anti-magnetic and anti-corrosion properties. 316L is actually harder than 904L. 904L steel feels shinier because of the higher amount of chromium compared to 316L but also be aware that 904L contains more nickel. So, if you're allergic to nickel, go with titanium (316L also contains nickel, though lower than 904L).
Hi man, I would like to buy Steinhart but their bracelets seems to be cheap, I mean, it seems to me that their bracelets don’t shine, it’s just an impression?
They use a steel that don’t shine?
I am talking about Steinhart watches that use an Oyster bracelet.
Please look at the Tissot Seastar 2000: his bracelets is amazing!!! Its a jewel!!!
You are a metallurgist so maybe you can answer to me, thanks🙏🏻
@@viplivesmatter buy 1 davosa or 1 ginault == 99% QUALITY ROLEX FOR 10%of price
@@morphilou Ginault is a misterious company, it’s quite impossible to find something about them on google
@@viplivesmatter don’t buy steinhart
It's the finish. The Way they brush and polish the steel. Has nothing to do with the quality of the material
I’ve had many Steinhart watches over the years. I still have one. Great watch. Great price and they have top notch customer service. I’ve got expensive watches and steinharts and they both sit proudly next to each other in my watch box.
Bravo to Rolex for producing a superb homage to the Steinhart Ocean GMT ! And to you for your excellent RUclips Channel !
Rolex always coming in second
@@BuckingHorse-Bull thats what happens for decades of stealing other peoples ideas ROLEX , and not using your own movements but kidding people for almost a century using aegler movements and dennison cases ! , paying people at other watch companies for their new ideas , shame on rolex
rolex did rip a few watch companies off on their journey around a century , but hey , they came last at being first because of it (omega😃😃)
Rolex failed to make the watch water-resistant at 300 meters like Steinhart. Rolex is just 100m water resistant.
Brilliant !
I’ve owned Rolex, Patek, AP, as well as Steinhart, Invicta, etc. Financial concerns will always create the demand for homage type watches, and I think their availability is actually a positive for the industry as a whole. Keeping as many people interested and actively participating in buying and enjoying timepieces, regardless of their income, is nothing but positive. Rolex will always be a grail for collectors, and they do not lose sales because of sub-$1000 watches. Love your videos Jenni!! ❤️
I own a Steinhart Ocean One 42...and after wearing it for four years it's still an incredible watch. Levi Strauss invented blue jeans. Every time we wear blue jeans we are paying homage to Levi Strauss / Levi's. The same applies to watches. No one calls random blue jeans an homage to Levi's.
100% agree!
Levi Strauss & Jacob W Davies DID NOT INVENT BLUE JEANS!.. They Patented the Riveting of them in 1873
Blue Jeans were invented by Black Slaves in South Carolina in the Mid 1700's
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Best thing I've heard
Both watches are beautiful. One doesn’t break the bank and is in stock without being on a waitlist or overpaying. Nice video!
The other raises in price and Will still be valuable in 30 years.
@@othus123 Steinhart's also do quite well in the 2nd hand market.
It's all subject to what people want to pay. Who knows in 30 years how the watch market will fair out.
@@othus123 really? I thought rolexes lost value over time. Neat. Thanks for that.
@@finished6267 Yup! If You can get your hands on any steel sports model at retail price, You can sell it immediately at a profit.
@@othus123 No one knows what will happen 30 years... I don't doubt the rolex will still be working well... But will it be valued in a fortune? Hard to tell...
My thoughts on homage are along the lines of it being the highest form of appreciation. However unless its a replica it doesn't really impact the bottom-line of the original brand because usually the target demographic is quite different.
I have great appreciation for homage watches, especially one that emulates one of the most classic watches of all time, the Pepsi Rolex GMT-Master. The Steinhart pays respect to a great watch created for Pan-Am pilots in the 1950’s and remains one of the most sought after watches by enthusiasts. Although strikingly similar to the GMT-Master, the Steinhart is clearly not a Rolex but beautiful nonetheless.
I had a Rolex Explorer II in my 20's. I bought it to show I made it. I loved it but it lost its luster for me because nobody else noticed it was a Rolex. Sold it and now have a box full of Squales and Steinharts and couldn't be happier. For me I looking at my wrist and seeing a nice watch does the trick, I don't care about the brand. I also enjoy the money I saved by going the homage route, lets me get more watches.
I just got a Squale GMT from Marc at LIW & love it. It’s running +3 sec/day!
@Arkadi Danielyan It seems like you disagree with yourself. If he is supposed to buy watches for himself, then why is it stupid that he sold the explorer? And what is wrong with reflecting on his opinions and how they came about?
@Arkadi Danielyan He said he sold it because nobody noticed it was Rolex, and then he reflected on his shift of views to the idea that a watch that makes him happy is more worthwhile than one that attempts to make a statement. His "garbage" watches are a better use of his resources from his perspective because they are pleasing to him.
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I don’t mind homages. Never judge anything on someone’s wrist. We can all enjoy horology.
Cool story but it'd 's fake. Fake people wear fake watches. It's obvious you're trying to convey something when you buy Homage or Replica (same thing).
Chris sssshhhhh
Chris In fairness, you’re literally judging people on material things. It’s a bad move. I’m a student so I can’t afford the “original”. You can say I’m fake if you want, I’m just living a realistic life.
@@1517the_year Only ppl who try hard to 'convey' something think other ppl do the same. It's called projection. You're on point, mate. It's all about the numbers.
@@Chris-es3wf but its not fake - its a real Steinhart.
Homages and replicas are not the same thing. The Steinhart is made for people who like the GMT Master II, but will never be able to afford it. But they arent lying about what it is - it says Steinhart right on the dial.
Replicas are meant to deceive people as if you own the real thing. A replica would say GMT Master II and Rolex on the dial.
Homage watches may be the only way of some of us have his/her dream watch. And there are some good quality homage watches
I honestly think that homage watches really are a great way for regular, everyday people to wear and have the look of something that is unattainable in reality. Not many people can go spend $10k plus on a Rolex but many can go out and get a homage that still functions beautifully and gives you that expensive, classic look of a GMT MASTER 2, Rolex Sub, or even an Omega Speedmaster. These pieces aren’t fakes they are just the reality pieces for an average Rolex or Omega or any expensive watch lover. These homages expand the watch community to not only those who have an unlimited budget but to those who have a tight one. These people still love a pretty watch and for the price and features of a homage... it just cannot be beat!
Would yo udrive and homage Ferrari? Because it's kind of the same thing, and people tend to laugh at crap like that.
Roger Hambleton if I could buy a car that was as fast and handled and braked like a Ferrari but cost €6,400 new instead of €150,000 and was called a Hambleton I’d doubt people would laugh.
@@brucedungan - you've obviously missed the point. It has nothing to do with performance but the unoriginal design. There are plenty of watches for 700 Euro that use ETA movements with fantastic original designs and unique heritage.
@@rogerhambleton3012 Rolex watches made it big by being homages to the fifty
@@brucedungan - if it looked just like a Lambo they would. If it has an original design, I guess they wouldn't.
I've owned a few homage watches and have always been thoroughly impressed with their fit and feel. I am fine with their presence and feel they do contribute to the community by providing certain designs that are typically unavailable to many due to price.
I’ve found that having an homage watch like a Squale or a Steinhart is often the mark if someone who has a passion for watches, appreciates the design, has done their research, but simply can’t afford the high price tag of the big brand names. Great video, thanks for the great content.
Can't agree more - Well said!
Loser talk
@@fylke1814 Rolex is for people who possess more money than knowledge about watches.
@@paulkoller8104 Tell that to Roger Smith - one of the world's best watch makers who wears a Rolex Explorer. But if that's your opinion, I doubt you even know who he is. Go google him and pretend you know what I am talking about in a reply.
@@rogerhambleton3012 I watched the video. He didn't choose it. He has to wear it. His wife bought it for him. Kind of proves the original point.
Coming from a scientist, we get 20 years to do something with a patent and after that it's not ours anymore! The copy has 'no originality in terms of design' but the submariner was designed in 1953 i.e. anyone who worked on it is long retired and those working at Rolex are simply copying their predecessors work... whilst doing nothing to improve the manufacturing process to reduce the cost.
a very fresh interesting perspective on the topic. Makes the situation with Rolex seem that much more undesirable
Really interesting view thanks for sharing 😊
Very Interesting view
I agree. Saw this comment after posting mine about all jeans being 'homage' to the Levi's 5-pocket after their patent expired in 1890.
Why would Rolex wish to allay expenses? Have you ever seen Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Chanel or the likes having promotions or wishes to cut cost so as to make it more affordable? No. Why? Artificial brand prestige. Tbh these Brand all have something in common making smaller and less premium items to target groups of people that wishes to enter luxury market with a “ statement “ piece. It’s actually marketing 101 no “luxury” brand would ever reduce their price ever. During the pandemic in March, Chanel and LV reopened in China after China successfully controlled the pandemic and they thereafter increased the starting price of multiple products. It does not make sense financially, but brand prestige and “luxury” a statement piece are all things that influence people to purchase luxury items even during the pandemic to show they are well off. Humans are way more superficial than you think. So Rolex being a cheap entry watch to the world of luxury the last thing they would wish to do is lower their brand recognition/ prestige. Any non watch people would recognise Rolex as a symbol of success. Not everyone would be able to recognise grand SEIKO which makes fabulous good priced pieces. Why? Rolex brand recognition has been deeply ingrained into everyone for being reliable, no fuss and a status symbol for those who just made it in life. Everyone is willing to pay for the price it’s least of Rolex concern to sell at a lower price. To lower ones price is akin to setting up for customer thinking that promotion would be around the horizon that’s the last thing any brand would wish to do if they wish for brand prestige.
I feel Steinhart make great watches at a reasonable price.
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904 is actually softer and therefore less scratch resistant than 316. 904 is used because it's more corrosion resistant.
I agree, 904 is easier to polish or brush and gives a better shine.
@@Fred-bt1ij There is no difference in "shine" between 316 and 904
Nicks but it's easier to get it there bc the metal is softer
@@nomansland120 I mean the 904 "shine" fades less than 316, over time.
Care to back that up with any proof?
Don’t be a brand snob. Not everyone has €15000 to spend on a watch that’s hard to get in the first place. I have a Steinhart Ocean One Red with an ETA movement. It’s a beautiful piece.
The vintage red is the best one in their lineup, in my opinion.
Have a few microbrands, Steinhart by far the best!
I have a Steinhart Ocean One, I have had Tudor, Rolex and other makes but I have to say I get the same pleasure of wearing my homage watch as I did with the “Real” thing! You cut your cloth to suit your finances and I suppose it’s a great watch for the price point and allows those who can’t afford the price of Rolex to have the same “feel” of wearing a similar looking watch!
I think homages are perfect for the majority that can not afford the luxury equivalent, but still want to enjoy the design. The watch community is enormous and there is a watch out there for everyone, no matter the price tag. Great video!
I think watches like Steinhart and Squale possess their own subtle beauty and are a ridiculous bargain for the price. If you account for brands like Oris throwing in the same ETA-2824 for double the price of the Steinhart you begin to realize how much watch you're getting for your money. Thoroughly enjoy your content and the fact that it's very fast paced and engaging in contrast to other channels. Keep up the good work and cheers!
The only "no-no" in the world of watches are counterfit or replicas. Everything else....fair game
Agreed. Steinhart's in my opinion are their own watch with Swiss movements - they stand on their own, at a fraction of the cost of a Rolex. As one Rolex owner said "I can at least respect someone who wears a Steinhart. Someone who wears a fake - well that's a shame."
Rolex copied all sorts in the past they had touts in every swiss watch company from the 20s onwards .. The reason they had so many firsts .. rolex used movements from aegler and cases from another company beginning with D ahhh dennison they never made their own watches , crazy eh , they became a charity to avoid taxs yet didnt donate to anybody ( nobody looks through your tax records if your a reg'd charity ) true , the founder reckons ge made the name up but admitted rolls royce were the best engineers Rol ex hmm
@@joekelly9369 Godzilla Had a Stroke Trying to Read This and Fucking Died
Selling something AS a Rolex, that would be illegal. This is selling a great looking watch for a fair margin from manufacturing. Make no mistake- the Steinhart doesnt cost much less to make than the Rolex. Ok, lets say HAlf as much. Still a huge markup for Rolex.
Replicas, fakes and clones of Rolexes dilute and devalue Rolex designs, and that piss off Rolex "investors", which brightens my day
They are both beautiful watches and it is just as important as how it makes one feel. If I wear this Steinhart, it would make me just as happy as someone wearing the more expensive counterpart. This channel will soon have over a million subscribers!
Congrats on 50k, 100k soon. A Batman shirt in a Pepsi video?
I really love homages watches for various reasons: they easily can get you into the hobby and instead of fashion watches you often gets a good bang for buck. They also can be helpful if you want to get the more expensive watch, you can try if you like the look on yourself easily. And last but not least, not everyone can spend 10/15k for a watch.
I am really enjoying Homage watches, as they open the market to established luxury designs to people who are into watches but not necessarily have the budget to go for the originals that came up with the design. Our art teacher always encouraged us to copy in class, because nice art brings joy to people, so spreading that joy is a good thing :)
I think that homage watches are a great way of having the 'watch of your dream' on your wrist but on a budget. Guys like me will never afford 15000 for a Rolex and my only option to wear something similar is a homage watch.
Great review btw.
In many contries, like Argentina buying a Rolex, unless you are a millionaire or a politician is impossible. Even this Steinhart is the salary of 3 months of a doctor, phD or an engineer. I have been collecting watches for + 60 years. It is good to the young people lovimg watches, any of them. Cheers from Patagonia.
Steinhart makes fantastic watches at an affordable price
I've been owning a 42mm Steinhart gmt (coke) and let me tell you is worth every penny and more: superb quality at that level, outstanding accuracy, good materials and the feel of a very substantial piece, I wholeheartedly recommend it.
@mr doc But it sucks ass
Are they expensive to get serviced?
@@VictorDude98 "sucks ass" 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
@@maxmitrochine8758 you get more quality from a watch from Aldi
I started off with homage watches, and i enjoyed them and appreciate iconic design cues and offered at affordable prices. it made me pursue for the original design. they are great to play around and can be a conversational piece.
Until it's a fake, whatever floats your boat is okay. One life, make the most of it.
High quality Chinese Rolexes are awesome tho 😂
It is fake
In general I do no have an issue with the homage watches. It’s also weird that the “copying” others is ok between big brands, and frowned upon with less known brands.
Well it’s not that weird considering that the big brands have all contributed to originality and copying between themselves as you say means each have something to gain from one another.
The smaller brands contribute nothing in that regard.
"Is that a real Rolex?"
Homage wearer -"No it's a Steinhart "
Fake wearer-"Yes"
Rolex wearer-"YES FFS!!"
That makes all the difference.
In all the decades I've been wearing watches: Omegas, Hamilton, Seikos, Casios, Timex and yes homage watches including a Steinhart Sub and GMT, never, not once, has anyone commented on my watch. 99% of people are to oblivious to notice. Of the 1% of people that do notice, 99% won't mention it. It's only that rare breed, the watch geek that will (a) notice, and (b) actually say anything to you about it. So don't worry about any potential embarrassment of having to respond to "Is that a real Rolex" with "no, it's a Steinhart/Parnis/Tisell/Squale/etc/etc." Odds are it'll never happen!
@@susfu4988 No I'm not worried - I wouldn't be remotely embarrassed by ANY watch I chose even though as I'm pointing out people regularly do care about what others think.
I too have been wearing watches for many years and although this is a hypothetical situation it does actually happen. My comment is on the reaction of the wearer which is often telling.
1.Many homage wearers do because they can't afford or aren't willing to pay for luxury brands and are happy with their choice.
2.Many fake or replica wearers are obviously trying to deceive and will if they can.
3.Many Rolex wearers I've come across are disappointed that people often think their extremely expensive watch is a fake anyway.
At the end of the day I love watches and I realised a long time ago that they can be enjoyed at ANY price point so each to their own. ✌
This proper made me laugh
The Steinhart is trash. Get a TAG if you only have 600 in your budget.
If someone is passionate enough about watches, can't afford his/her grail watch yet & dedicates time to find a quality homage brand as Steinhart. That person deserves respect. BTW great videos, keep up with the great work.
I disagree. To me, it says they didn't do enough research and their knowledge is limited. Otherwise they'd easily find an iconic alternative in their price range. Pretty straightforward.
@@Chris-es3wf good point however, sometimes you may not find at first appealing another watch, and if you take your time to find a company using GREAT swiss movements such as Steinhart instead of getting a fake watch, for me that's perfectly respectable and in most cases it is the first step before getting full into this hobby
Homages are not only an easy way to get pieces which are very expensive but the most important of all: they help people to get into the hobby and they are very very funny! Collecting it's not about brands but having fun loving watches, designs and stories and not everybody has the wallet to buy the "big deals"... But homages get close to the thing and are very enjoyable. I like homages a lot and they make people want to be into the hobby, and that is amazing!
Congratulations on 50k subscribers!
Homage watches are great option if you want to wear iconic designs without breaking the bank.
Keep up the great work. I love the videos!
I see the Steinhart as a "poke in the eye" to Rolex - I like that!
I can see someone buying an homage watch -particularly a lovely one like that Steinihart. I love many types of watches and can't afford some of the more exclusive ones! Thanks Jenni.
That batman t-shirt threw me off, I was expecting a GMT-Master II, Batman edition.
Nothing wrong with homage watches in my opinion, and certainly in my experience buying a good quality homage watch has helped provide that certain look and feel of a desirable mechanical watch while waiting for an opportunity to obtain the original; if it's nicely made go for it!
I actually really liked this comparison since many people can't afford a Rolex, so to see them side by side really helps, great content and thanks for your channel Jenni.
We all love the Rolex designs, they're timeless and function great. In recent times the prices of Rolex (new and used) have skyrocketed, they have become unattainable for most people. So what do we do when we want to see a certain design on our wrist but can't afford it.. we buy homage watches. And I have to say Steinhart makes the best! The quality you get a that price point is amazing. I have held an 'Ocean 39 Ceramic' in my hand and I have to say they feel absolutely solid, especially the bracelet. Love your video as always. I'm pretty sure you'll be at a 100k subs in no time, well deserved!
I always like your well thought-out & nuanced reviews. I Adore Mechanical Watches & have done so for 40 years! I am 67 now & my first "Real" mechanical watch was An Omega Speedmaster 145.022-74. I wore it for 22 years. I own 2 Steinharts. An Ocean One Vintage & An Ocean 39 Explorer Plexi. These watches " Homage" the Rolex Submariners 6200 & 5513, respectively. 6200s are VERY Rare as are 5513s with Explorer dials & i think it is crazy to pay the silly money needed to obtain one. The Steinhart Ocean 39 Explorer Plexi is one of The Best Homages i have ever seen & i adore the Elegance of those smaller Subbies. Great Video! Please, Take Care & Stay Safe!!!
Homage are a very interesting option for enthusiasts on a budget.
I see a lot of comments mentioning that everyone can’t afford the Rolex so they turn to a homage. I actually own both watches, the Rolex GMT Master 2 Pepsi and the Steinhart Ocean One GMT 39mm Ceramic Black, and I love them both 😊
They both have a spot in my collection and they both fill totally different purposes. I work at a kindergarten and I use my Steinhart as a daily beater, since it sometimes can become quite rough when playing around with 17 children all day long 😂 I find my work to be the perfect place for a homage watch, that’s sturdy and of good quality in itself and does not cost a fortune so that I can easily play around and bash it without worrying about damaging it. And still I get the look that I want 👍
how is it when it comes to water resistence water proofness specially when in the swimming pool swimming hanging out or at the beach in the sea water?
My Replica Rolex GMT looks just the same as your watch for $500
Rommel Saint Good for you 👍 My genuine Rolex looks like it should look and is a statement of a achievement in my life. To each his own 👍
@@GoranKlintenheim My Fake Rolex looks like it should and you wouldn't notice a difference? I'm not bothered its a fake and it only cost a fraction of yours?
Rommel Saint As I wrote above: To each his own man 😂 If you’re happy with wearing something and pretending it’s something else, good for you. I personally don’t get it. If you don’t want to buy a Rolex and think it’s to expensive, why buy a replica that’s pretending it’s the thing that you don’t want to buy??? Why not buying something else entirely? Is it to impress people who can’t tell the difference? To impress girls with wealth that you don’t have? But hey, if you like wearing something made in a Chinese sweat-shop for a fraction of the cost you paid for it, and pretending that it’s something that it ain’t, then good for you 👍 I really don’t understand why you keep writing the same thing over and over? 😂 Sure, you paid $500 for a cheap replica, and you think you got a “sweat deal”. And ok, in your own world it looks the same... 😳 But in my world, it doesn’t matter if it’s the best replica in the world, it’s STILL NOT A ROLEX 😂 Doesn’t matter how hard you try, you’re still wearing a fake... It’s the same thing with the Adidas-pants we all wore in high school. There were a lot of guys wearing fakes. But we all knew who wore fakes and who wore the real deal. And wearing the real deal is just cooler, no matter how hard you try convincing yourself otherwise 👍🍾
Homage... A special honor or respect shown publicly. Thus I love the idea of the homage watch option for those that can't afford the real deal. Cheers!
It‘s not just about budget also availability. You simply can‘t get a GMT Pepsi from a dealer. At least not in germany
Love your videos!!! I do however think that certain homage watch brands come across as cheap and can be seen as essentially a "replica" but steinhart is quite special.... They have good workmanship and quality which is something that can give us plebs a glimpse into the world of Swiss craftsmanship at a much more affordable price point!!
I love and appreciate homage watches. I can't afford to buy the real thing and I'd rather wear an homage than a replica.
I own a Steinhart Ocean One in 39mm and am really impressed by how well it is made. Great timekeeping (+3s/d) and altogether a solid watch for the price you pay. Especially considering it comes with either an ETA or Sellita movement, ceramic bezel insert and a sapphire crystal!
I look at homage watches the same way I look at kit cars that were designed to be raced and probably destroyed on a race track. Would I ever take a 1965 Shelby Cobra to the race track? No, never the surviving Shelby Cobras are extremely expensive and rare. However, I would take a Factory Five Racing AC Cobra kit car to the track any day of the week and race the car like the original 65 Shelby Cobra was intended to be treated.
Do I ever see myself wearing a Rolex 126710BLRO as it was originally intended to be worn as being steel Rolex Sports model? At the current prices? never. It would be a safe queen or instantly flipped to buy the Steinhart GMT and to pay off the rest of my student loans.
The Steinhart GMT in this video is my Cobra kit car. I would wear it as it was meant to be worn, it would probably never leave my wrist for the foreseeable future.
Excellent analogy!
I understand the analogy, but unless you’re buying Rolex watches to flip or as investments, then they are made to be worn. They can be fixed/refurbed and still maintain value. Submariners and GMT’s from the 70’s and 80’s sell for as much as new ones.
But yes, if I had an original ‘65 Shelby AC Cobra 427, no, I wouldn’t drive it but every so often, but I’d drive the hell out of my replica.
this guy got his prioirities sorted, have your cake and eat it too
IN SHORT, YOU'D BUY STEINHART INSTEAD OF ROLEX...
i have 6 steinharts, the quality is superb, great watches, highly recommend
Congratulations on 50k subscribers! Was part of the journey and willing to be again for the next milestone.
In my opinion, wearing an iconic design for the fraction of the price of the real watch is a win-win situation.
Love the content, keep it up.
i never get the fuss about homage watches. Steinhart quality is spot on with what you paid for.
It's like putting a Ferrari body kit on a kia. Real classy....
Chris sssshhhh
Chris I bet your a joy to be around.
When I see a Rolex owner: "he/she has a good income and wants to show it. Probably doesn’t care much about watches"
When I see a Steinhart owner: "oh, he/she really likes watches and enjoying them"
The chapters in this video make it a LOT easier to rewatch certain sections of videos!! Love it, keep adding that to new videos please!
She’s one of my favorite watch reviewer she is very insightful
yes, she's cute
Well she is attractive too but she has a lot of knowledge of watches and so does. The time teller
@@yesjared950 agree with you Bob
This particular Steinhart is a superb homage timepiece 👍
Great value for money and a gorgeous looking watch.⌚
Great review and congratulations on the 50000 plus subscribers.
I have a Steinhart Vintage Ocean 1 Red, which I wear as often as my Vintage Omega Seamaster and my Rolex Explorer 1
It keeps great time and looks great on the wrist
A new Rolex Pepsi is impossible to get in retail stores. It now sells between AUD $ 35,000 to 45,000 in the reseller market here in Australia. Absolutely crazy! Steinhart and other homage makers allow real people with average salary to enjoy the design without paying for a watch the price of a brand new sedan!
Bro, the Steinhart GMT doesn't even have a bi-directional bezel.
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An homage watch got me started in collecting! My first was a seiko sea urchin Pepsi bezel hahaha love it
Do you know a trusted place to get a homage Rolex Pepsi or other? Can’t afford the real deal sadly 🥺
@@comeon1919 sorry typo in my original comment but yea, the seiko urchin (SNZF15) is exactly where I would start again.
Its a seiko 5 sports, its already so affordable there's no clones out there so you can basically trust wherever you buy. I think I got mine on ebay new in box for ~$125.
It has a pepsi bezel, 100m water resist, display case back to see the rotor moving, and the mods are endless! You can get new bezels, sapphire crystal swaps, anything
Raj Gill thanks so much. So helpful 😊How about a copy Rolex? Any suggestions?
@@comeon1919 homage =/= copy
Raj Gill yes but I mean a copy Rolex with roles on🤓
Homage watches are like hublot watches, they are awesome but you shouldn’t brag about owning one🐐
I'll only add that if a person is bragging about their watch (any watch), they have personality problems to deal with.
Wondering if you can elaborate on the teasing towards Hublot? Idk much about them
Homage watches for me represent a future vision of who I aspire to be, what I visualise myself as 10 years down the line, sure I can't afford a Rolex Yatch Master now, but wearing a Stienheart with a similar design , layout and hand feel makes it easier for me to see how my journey is heading and also gives a mental boost just imagining how the real thing would look on my wrist.
Homage watches for me are a gateway into my future, a future where I can afford the real thing, untill then it gives the high knowing that I am on the right path.
Very well balanced review. Nothing beats the real deal, but I do think brands like Steinhart have a great niche they can fill as they can make the experience of owning a mechanical watch with great design heritage a reality for many people who would have otherwise have been forced to buy a real Rolex knock-off.
I mean, it's not like you can just go into a Rolex store and pick up a gmt pepsi, besides the Steinhart has its own completely separate charm and it just feels like a completely different watch. I really like it.
Well said. I like the Pepsi... but not “7000€ Like” 😂
Plus Steinhard has a good Swiss movement and look better built than more expensive pieces.
I love the look and feel of the Steinhart. They're very close to Rolex's original design without being a clone. Great video.
Rolex: overpriced especially in the last years. Steinhart: good quality at a reasonable price. Homage=Replica?? As far as the brand (in this case Steinhart) is on the dial, you're aware of what you are going to buy and what you want.
I cannot afford the Rolex gmt and I’m not entirely sold on the Tudor gmt but this watch is starting to check off some boxes with me. The more I discover about the Steinhart quality the more I am liking the price.
Check out Ball watches.
Quality, and affordable
Homage watches are cool - but deep down I would always know it’s not the ‘real thing’ and crave the real deal.
Very well presented, and explained. Looks like good value for the money, and I feel it's how you get a feel for a watch, everyone chases a holy grail, but also need a day to day watch, which you feel comfortable with. Thanks all.
As a Soldier who live overseas with a wife who lives in the United States, I could definitely use this watch. I like homage watches. We can’t all afford a Rolex. Great video, very cool watch.
Personally I love what Steinhart produce. I have the Ocean One 500 Titanium and adore it. I also have the Tudor Black Bay 58 and did a quick comparison between the two. Great video by the way!
Nice review! Very informative. A friend of mine who is a Jeweller has and GMT with a Pepsi Ceramic. Will always go with the original Rolex. It also increased in value since he bought it which was 4 years ago. I guess if you don't have the money you could always get a Replica Rolex for much less than 640 Euros as well.
Totally agree on that approach
Spot on!
@@NAMICA.Watches Yeah yeah definitely not a replicate was more trying to give an extreme example. I wouldn't also be inclined to fund someone whose business model is to create an exact copy of something change the logo and start marketing it. In my eyes I see it wrong. If they would have kept the same style and gave it their own twist I wouldn't have any issue with it. Just my thoughts.
@@NAMICA.Watches I personally can spot the differences. Anyone can do whatever you want but when you are getting something like the copy, usually the copy has a lower build quality. Now if the price difference is something you want to pay for that additional quality that a lot of people cant notice is a different question.
Certainly an option one can consider...
Not sure I would go for that though
I don't see Homage watches as a bad thing. The logo and heritage is different, and as long as it isn't a replica trying to imitate the original, I think it is ok. I've always loved the look of this watch, and have wanted a Steinhart for some time now!
Love the homage simply because of it's affordable price!
A copy is a watch that could hypothetically be passed off as the original, anything else is a homage. I own a Steinhart Vintage Red, and it's superb
That is the exact and very best difference between homage and copy to this day - at least for me. On the other hand - if I put it this way - is PLIMA t-shirt an homage to well known brand PUMA? Just caught myself in the loop haha : ))))
We are glad that Steinhart exist...very good watches , quality it's on a very high level at very decent price :)
An homage, by definition, is something that gives a nod out of respect to a particular design icon and shouldn't be virtually identical. Otherwise, they should be called a knockoff.
Just sold my day date to buy a Steinhart Gmt and I don't regret
I look at them pretty close to how you describe as a "trial" watch before blowing away thousands on a real deal. Another aspect for me is that for about one grand I can get myself a small selection of pretty decent homage watches (consider I can spend a long time to do research on what is the best brand for the money, which often the answer is San Martin), to mix it up and suit my mood better. Another nice thing about them is that you don't have to be so afraid of them, but at the same time you do learn to subconsciously learn to be weary of it being there (like for instance when doing some really dirty or rough work, or just in general not bang your left wrist on any metal surface).
And on a different note, I am a huge fan of watches, and I constantly dream of Omega, Rolex, Patek, etc, I would not actually purchase one at this point in my life simply because it wouldn't pair well with my income or savings. Instead I would like to have a small carefully selected collection with a mix of everything from Rolex homages to more original designs from Timex, Citizen, Seiko, etc that are in the same pricerange. And this is also why I think the Bulova Lunar Pilot is a blessing for someone like me, because even though I could just drain a huge sum of my savings on a Speedmaster, this Bulova is a good option, and I don't even feel like it's a cheap replacement of a Speedmaster, rather a watch with it's own history, it's own unique design, and frankly a good looking piece. The big, black dial does in my eyes reminds me of the dark emptiness of space, and it even makes me feel lonely when looking at it, and I like that feeling because I think that's how the astronauts would have felt it too when being alone and so mindblowingly far from the rest of the human race.
And on a last point here about homage watches. And this is more a question based around a critical observation: Why would a $250 Chinese Daytona replica be considered a homage, whilst something like Tag Heuer Autavia is not? I have seen homages of other popular watches which also have done several huge design choices that differ them from their "original", just as TH has done, but they are still considered homage watches? Is it simply because of the different price and movement of the Tag that makes them not a homage?
I really like homage watches when they‘re quality ones and also have a good automatic movement.
When I first started as a collector I would stay clear of homage watches as I felt they were cheaper quality version of the real deal at best. Now that I have been lucky enough to get the Rolex and others, my views have softened and I've even bought a few homages, mostly to feature on my channel.
And you have to remember that even huge brands have copied one another to some extent, sometimes blatantly.
As usual, amawing video, keep it up, all the best.
Olivier
Royal Oak --> Homaged by a million brands
The Nomos Tangente for example is just a homage to an old Lange watch.
@@N0gai which is the reason they sell as well as dog turds. Find an iconic design. Yall are still trying to justify the money you wasted on fake garbage.
5 USD or 5 million USD wrist watch, 99.999% of the people passing you on the street, the shop, and so on, will not notice any difference any way. Just wear whatever watch that makes you feel okay with yourself
Chris No. You trying tojustify spending waaay more money on THE REAL DEAL. 10% of the price for engineering, workmanship and QC, 90% for bragging rights. Could I afford a Rolex? Absolutely. Would I own one? No. It's a moral issue.
In my opinion it is absolutely okay to wear hommage watches as long as they have some unique design elements, which the steinhart definitely has. The clasp, the bracelet and the case are different even if they are just small differences compared to the Rolex. A parnis watch for example has only a different logo, the rest looks exactly like a rolex. These watches are more questionable in my opinion...
Great and very informative video Jenni!
I really love the steinhart ocean gmt, especially the pepsi model. Mach weiter so :)
Parnis does make actual homage watches that differ from the original designs. Check out their Daytona. Parnis chose rectangular hour markers rather than "boat" style markers. Parnis also make a homage of Omega, using design ideas from more than one Omega model. Regarding your post, I think you make a good point.
C. W. I just googled it, you are right, I only knew about the GMT and submariner models, that looked exactly like the Rolex, but the other models you mentioned are more different, that‘s right :) Thank you for your comment!
I tried on that exact Steinhart pepsi on jubilee yesterday. Beautiful piece with a very striking bezel. The colours really pop. Found it to be too flashy for me though. I was drawn more towards the more subtle Steinhart batman though and I ended up getting that one instead. The black and blue bezel 🖤💙
I bought a Steinhart gmt about 8 months ago and although I have enjoyed it I can't say it has captured my heart. I was drawn to it originally because of its obvious resemblance to the Rolex but certainly didn't want a copy. The Steinhart quality is topnotch especially for the price but at the end of the day it is not the watch I really want. I won't be selling it but I suspect it will be the one and only homage watch in my collection. Good work with your views and reviews and keep it up!
My biggest issue with high end watches, besides the ridiculous mark-ups due to the brand name is the fear that I'll feel to accidentally break or lose the watch that costs a cool 10k. Haven't happened to any of my watches, but if it did, I wouldn't lose too much sleep over it, since they are mostly around 500-700 mark. I can wear them and not stress.
Not mentioning servicing them, especially having multiple watches like we all here probably do
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I don’t mind homage watches because everything is an homage at this point. And I think that people that hate them, hate mostly the fact that it is more difficult to see that they own a specific expensive piece. There is a lot of vanity among watches enthusiasts and we can see that relatively affordable watches can be disregarded based in their price alone (cheap vs affordable for ex).
No, everything is not an homage. Design style is derivative in all aspects of life, but that's a shallow excuse to purchase a blatant copy. Stein hart is basically a legal replica, and that's never classy. Time will earn your more respect than this fake.
what are the Lange one , Zeitwerk, Datograph homaging? And that's just from Lange. What about the Cartier Santos, the Vacheron Overseas, the Blancpain Fifty Fathoms, the Richard Mille RM-02... original designs keep coming out all the time, it's just that it takes effort and money to do them. Homages are just for brands that want to exploit a legal hole and sell their own version of another brand's design.
@@Chris-es3wf Yes, but the basic question is legal. Rolex does not own the design of the pepsi gmt. What I meant is that the watch has meaning for the owner not to people around that get fooled looking at a type of design that almost every watch brand makes! For example the classic diver watch (created by Blancpain by the way). Is it unfair to Rolex? In a certain way yes, but it is also a big advantage! Eventually everybody wants to own one of those and not one of the replicas! By the way Rolex could make 600 dollars pepsi gmt? But they don’t! Why? Because they do not need or want to! Rolex do not loses costumers with the Steinhart... They gain prestige and the ability to sell quality steel watches at the highest price possible. It is a better business to successfully sell 10000$ watches than 600 ones!
Thank you so much for comparing these two watches. They are both fantastic. Although I can afford the Rolex, I just can’t justify spending that much money on a watch. The Steinhart appears to be a great choice for most people.
Homages are fun once they aren’t trying to be a replica, but they’re no replacement for the original
My favorit watch that I own is an homage: Tudor BB58.
If it’s a real Tudor, that’s ok, since it’s by the same family as Rolex and it would be an “authorized” homage
Great watch.
Canbe a homage if it’s owned by the same original watch company.
I wouldn't classify that as homage, more like a Tudor take on the submariner. Put them side by side and you will see similarities but you can tell them apart. The Steinhart and the Pepsi look like twins.
@@EpidemikE1 @zaf240489 look up the definition of homage and you will see that the BB58 is an homage to the old Submariner references. en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Homage_(arts)
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The term is often used in the arts for where one author or artist shows respect to another by allusion or imitation
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Even on the Tudor website it is stated that they where inspired:
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the Black Bay Fifty-Eight features a dial inspired by the TUDOR divers’ watches of the 1950s. It adopts the characteristic angular hands known to collectors as snowflake, that appeared in the brand’s 1969 catalogue. Finally, the large winding crown, characteristic of the first generation of TUDOR divers' watches to be waterproof to 200 metres (660 ft), is also presented in this new model.
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Now there are of course more original homages and some less original but still, the BB58 is one. And that is nothing bad in my opinion. In fact it is the reason I bought it.
Love homages! A look-a-like for a fraction of the price and a decent build quality!
I think this is a lovely watch, and for most people, a Rolex, let alone Pepsi GMT, is completely out of sight. Kudos to Steinhart for making such a nice homage for an affordable price. Thanks for the great content. I have now watched several of your videos and today, I subscribed. Cheers!
Thanks for another great video, Jenni. I must say, looking at them side-by-side, I prefer the look of the Steinhart. The one thing that the Rolex (and the Tudor GMT) offer above most others is the “jump” hour hand (traveller’s GMT), which is super useful if/when I go traveling again.
As I wrote in your post you did about homages this watche, it is for people that LOVE the world of watches and the excellent design of rolex but do not have the funds to buy the dream watch in a reasonable time. I am a medical school student and it will be many years studying and loans payment before I will be able to buy myself a gmt master 2. Homage watches are for us, the people that can not buy a nice watch knowing they have a 3 years of loans to pay for it. Regards
There are iconic designs at every price point. You're just trying to justify buying a blatant poser watch. Sad. Just wait until you can afford it or simply appreciate it from afar. It'll make the purchase that much more meaningful when you do.
Homage watches are for fake people. God help our medical system if this is the best we have....
@@Chris-es3wf you sir, are a giant douche. Regards
@@Chris-es3wf Wow, I am not sad, I happily wear my Steinhart every day. What is sad is that you have such a negative view of your fellow watch lovers, but watch snobbery is a common problem today. I own Seikos and such as well but they do not have the rolex look I love. I and a good portion of the comments would like if you could take your
condescending attitude some were else.
@@chriswatchreviews4752 I'm not into homage watches, but I think your comment is very harsh!
@@Chris-es3wf at the end of the day they are just material items that tell time. Quit being ridiculous.
Yay congrats! Keep making videos love. Love the homage watch, although I wonder what Rolex thinks, maybe more brand image for them? haha
Homage watches are important for the market. They give oportunity to wearing same cool design timepieces for whom those can’t afford a real piece. And as a consequence they bit up a real piece value and make it even more wantend.