One thing the 57 has that the others don’t: the 3 O’clock register also functions as a dual time for travel; so you’re getting a traditional chrono AND a dual-time GMT.
@@shunaalparwanda1567 Didn’t say it’s a GMT function, I said it can also function as dual time. Think about it: it’s a 12-hour and 60 minute register that functions independently. If you time it correctly, it can be used to track a second time zone. Time and Tide has a video with Omega where they discuss this.
I’d go with the Polaris any day if cost was no issue. Lots of depth to that dial, under 12mm if I heard correctly. I’ve grown bored with large watches, at 42mm, I’d typically look elsewhere. This and the Speedmaster Pro are exceptions. It’s simply stunning. JLC aren’t going to appeal to everyone, but their history is something anyone into watches would find interesting. The Polaris no date is something I’d very much like to try on, I see that as a very good alternative to an Explorer. There’s a Master Control Memovox that’s caught my eye. I own a Railmaster which I love. As a fan of Omega, the updated ‘57, for me that was the most improved watch of ‘22. The ‘57 is now the perfect compliment to all the Professionals Omega offers. The movement is stunning as well and completely it’s own thing too. The IWC, I’m not a fan of a 12,6&9 register layout. They integrated it well enough, but the dial simply comes off too busy. If I was more interested in that format, I’d probably love it. I don’t think the JLC is over priced, I believe the Omega is a good value, but I wouldn’t pay MSRP for either. I’d need to find’em pre owned at a solid value. Those kinds of dollars are outside my comfort zone.
@@georgeii2629 JLC offers a great blue for that Polaris, that’s for sure. I know I could use of blue dial, however I seem to favor black, brown and gray dials. I wouldn’t overthink it. Going to see the watches and follow your instincts I think is what works for me.
The Omega 57 is the purest of these chronos. The others feel like they are wanting to be too much. The Polaris, for example ,is a grossly underrated world class diver. JLC, Is there really a need to make it a Chrono? Sometimes less really is more. As for value….all three miss the mark for my money.
It’s not as if the other Polaris offerings were taken away. At the end of the day, the Polaris is not their hardcore diver’s watch, it’s more of a utility player. The no date Polaris would be a great alternative to an Explorer for example.
Great video! Good quality shots and I love the wrist shot angles. A few corrections, the JLC Polaris doesn’t have a screw down crown, my only complaint. I’ve owned it for almost 5 years, and it’s the best blue dial on the market IMHO. The IWC use 21MM lugs like the Polaris. I actually sold my pilot Chronograph due to the longer lug to lug
Really curious, I also had all 3 watches on the radar. And for me, too, they all fail because of the price. I'm leaning more towards the Zenith Pilot Chrono now, or even an even cheaper pilot's chrono from Longines or Hanhart.
Thanks for this video. My favorite is omega. And with the inflation I think it is only natural that the prices go up. Unfortunately we are going to have to adjust as consumers
Nice video, I would have included Zenith but it’s not the point. Not only all brands are increasing prices ridiculously, they also pretend to be surprised when customers ask for discounts. “Oh we don’t offer discounts”. “Oh keep your watches then” is my answer. I’m listening to the most stupid things at ADs. No discounts on Omega, Zenith, IWC, Bulgari???? Really?? No discounts even on old pieces like Bulgari serpenti in steel and quarz movement! 😂 And this is because between 2020 and 2022 people kept on thinking watches are great investments and it’s worth to pay full price. No, they’re not. All brands are now trying to copy Rolex and AP practices. 3 years waiting lists on women’s models. Waiting lists on Zenith’s and Omega’s!!! 😂😂 Truth is watches are liabilities with ever increasing maintenance costs and brands are disconnected with reality and what is just going to happen with the economy.
Fortunate enough that money doesn't come into it. Pure looks has to be the Omega but like the heritage and your comments about how the JLC wears. Looking for next watch so will have to try both.
Awesome matchup 👍to me the JLC had the potential to be among the best contenders on the whole matket but has two flaws: case size since on the caseback you can see the movement is too small and yes 42mm works well but 41 would be even better IMO, then no running second doesn't work for me neither. Too bad cause movement and design are awesome. I do love the IWC aestethic but lug to lug is big and at this price point it should be 1mm thinner and flyback IMO. So the Omega is the clear winner here but I would pick the black dial to get the sandwich dial
Thank you! Well yes, but usually it is common nowadays with all the oversized watches, too small movements for the cases. I would love to see it sub 40mm tbh.
Great video, thank you. My favorite is the speedy. Unfortunately for the price, i believe you should get some decent water resistance. The watch is so beautiful, i would want to wear it every day.
I bought the IWC 6 weeks ago. Impulse buy. Don’t like large watches. But it’s so fun!. He didn’t cover the IWC bracelet but it annihilates the other two bracelets.
One of the reasons why rolex got so popular is cos almost every model has double gasket with screw down crown and real 100m WR. Even their dress watches are fully capable of a free 10m lagoon dive. Omega needs to up their game on the speedy line up and at least put a screw down crown and caseback so the average buyer who wants a daily wear would consider it. The speedy line is definitely not a one watch collection cos of the non existence water proofing. That single gasket seal on the crown doesn't do anything as the chrono pushers have zero gasket.
The Omega is manual wind so you absolutely do not want a screw down crown. It’s not a diver, what pool are you swimming in where 50 meters of rating won’t be enough? Let’s be honest, we aren’t taking any of these very expensive watches deeper than a hot tub.
Which one would you pick?
JLC dial texture, Omega's caseback and IWC's manly appeal :D
Jlc.
Lightly used Omega:)
The JLC is creeping into Octo’s territory.
I tried this JLC today. Its a winner.
Omega Speedy 57 is my favorite
The JLC Polaris is my choice. A spectacular watch.
One thing the 57 has that the others don’t: the 3 O’clock register also functions as a dual time for travel; so you’re getting a traditional chrono AND a dual-time GMT.
The 3 PM register is not a GMT function, its the minutes and hours times on a single register...
@@shunaalparwanda1567 Didn’t say it’s a GMT function, I said it can also function as dual time. Think about it: it’s a 12-hour and 60 minute register that functions independently. If you time it correctly, it can be used to track a second time zone. Time and Tide has a video with Omega where they discuss this.
@@gfxdaddy and the jumping hour hand makes it even easier to use as a second time zone
I'd have to go with the Omega.
The chronograph is significantly better with the JLC.
I’d go with the Polaris any day if cost was no issue. Lots of depth to that dial, under 12mm if I heard correctly. I’ve grown bored with large watches, at 42mm, I’d typically look elsewhere. This and the Speedmaster Pro are exceptions. It’s simply stunning. JLC aren’t going to appeal to everyone, but their history is something anyone into watches would find interesting. The Polaris no date is something I’d very much like to try on, I see that as a very good alternative to an Explorer. There’s a Master Control Memovox that’s caught my eye.
I own a Railmaster which I love. As a fan of Omega, the updated ‘57, for me that was the most improved watch of ‘22. The ‘57 is now the perfect compliment to all the Professionals Omega offers. The movement is stunning as well and completely it’s own thing too.
The IWC, I’m not a fan of a 12,6&9 register layout. They integrated it well enough, but the dial simply comes off too busy. If I was more interested in that format, I’d probably love it.
I don’t think the JLC is over priced, I believe the Omega is a good value, but I wouldn’t pay MSRP for either. I’d need to find’em pre owned at a solid value. Those kinds of dollars are outside my comfort zone.
Exactly, the Polaris no date would also be my choice. Unfortunately I can't decide between the built and the black dial. What do you think?
@@georgeii2629 JLC offers a great blue for that Polaris, that’s for sure. I know I could use of blue dial, however I seem to favor black, brown and gray dials. I wouldn’t overthink it. Going to see the watches and follow your instincts I think is what works for me.
@@waterfordrs22 Thank you, my instinct says black. Have a nice Christmas Time!
@@georgeii2629 no wrong choice there that’s for sure. Enjoy!
JLC FOR SURE!
Omega, no doubt. That movement is phenomenal.
The Omega 57 is the purest of these chronos. The others feel like they are wanting to be too much. The Polaris, for example ,is a grossly underrated world class diver. JLC, Is there really a need to make it a Chrono? Sometimes less really is more. As for value….all three miss the mark for my money.
Good insights! Thanks for sharing.
It’s not as if the other Polaris offerings were taken away. At the end of the day, the Polaris is not their hardcore diver’s watch, it’s more of a utility player. The no date Polaris would be a great alternative to an Explorer for example.
Not having a running seconds is a deal breaker for me on the JLC. The watch will always look dead.
Which chronograph would you buy if all 3 are too expensive?
Omega, hands down.
The JLC for me but in black which is more of a classic (less fashionable) colour, and because it's more rare.
Great video! Good quality shots and I love the wrist shot angles.
A few corrections, the JLC Polaris doesn’t have a screw down crown, my only complaint. I’ve owned it for almost 5 years, and it’s the best blue dial on the market IMHO.
The IWC use 21MM lugs like the Polaris. I actually sold my pilot Chronograph due to the longer lug to lug
Thanks for watching and the input! 🙏🏼
The Omega has the best shade of blue, in mine opinion. But why make manual wind movements with date?
Why not?
Really curious, I also had all 3 watches on the radar. And for me, too, they all fail because of the price. I'm leaning more towards the Zenith Pilot Chrono now, or even an even cheaper pilot's chrono from Longines or Hanhart.
And they all get more and more expensive each year 🫣
Iwc looks the best by a mile, then omega, JLC doesnt look good imo. Iwc will be my pick
The JLC looks ugly. Not a Polaris fan.
Thanks for this video. My favorite is omega. And with the inflation I think it is only natural that the prices go up. Unfortunately we are going to have to adjust as consumers
Omega prices have been increased multiple times yearly before the inflation as well 😜
Nice video, I would have included Zenith but it’s not the point. Not only all brands are increasing prices ridiculously, they also pretend to be surprised when customers ask for discounts. “Oh we don’t offer discounts”. “Oh keep your watches then” is my answer. I’m listening to the most stupid things at ADs. No discounts on Omega, Zenith, IWC, Bulgari???? Really?? No discounts even on old pieces like Bulgari serpenti in steel and quarz movement! 😂 And this is because between 2020 and 2022 people kept on thinking watches are great investments and it’s worth to pay full price. No, they’re not. All brands are now trying to copy Rolex and AP practices. 3 years waiting lists on women’s models. Waiting lists on Zenith’s and Omega’s!!! 😂😂
Truth is watches are liabilities with ever increasing maintenance costs and brands are disconnected with reality and what is just going to happen with the economy.
Fortunate enough that money doesn't come into it. Pure looks has to be the Omega but like the heritage and your comments about how the JLC wears. Looking for next watch so will have to try both.
Hope the video was helpful!
@@AleksWatches Yes very helpful and measured, thanks.
Awesome matchup 👍to me the JLC had the potential to be among the best contenders on the whole matket but has two flaws: case size since on the caseback you can see the movement is too small and yes 42mm works well but 41 would be even better IMO, then no running second doesn't work for me neither. Too bad cause movement and design are awesome. I do love the IWC aestethic but lug to lug is big and at this price point it should be 1mm thinner and flyback IMO. So the Omega is the clear winner here but I would pick the black dial to get the sandwich dial
Thank you! Well yes, but usually it is common nowadays with all the oversized watches, too small movements for the cases. I would love to see it sub 40mm tbh.
Exceptional video. I agree they are all too expensive for what they offer.
JLC edges the IWC because of the movement.
The Omega, while nice, isn’t on the same level.
Anti-magnetic up to 15K gauss silcon spring drive and co-axial, the only one METAS certified and is not on the same level?
Great video, thank you. My favorite is the speedy. Unfortunately for the price, i believe you should get some decent water resistance. The watch is so beautiful, i would want to wear it every day.
Thanks for watching! You’ll be fine with that for everyday use :)
JLC for sure
IWC all day
I bought the IWC 6 weeks ago. Impulse buy. Don’t like large watches. But it’s so fun!.
He didn’t cover the IWC bracelet but it annihilates the other two bracelets.
JLC all the way
Iwc but on the steel bracelet. Whole different look
IWC is the value playe
Iwc is beautiful but it’s so damn thick.
Polaris all the way
Did NK also have the green 57 😊 ?
Yes!
JLC Polaris chronograph does not have a screw-down crown!
Did I say it did? 👀
Bulgari octo roma chronograph is the winner 🙂
JLC 100%
Omega, easy win
5 Bar on the Omega is just a loss for me...
plus manual wind!
Jlc and then iwc. Both are better than the omega.
All of these are much cheaper online...
Usually that is the case 😉
JLC is a much better watch.
omega
One of the reasons why rolex got so popular is cos almost every model has double gasket with screw down crown and real 100m WR. Even their dress watches are fully capable of a free 10m lagoon dive. Omega needs to up their game on the speedy line up and at least put a screw down crown and caseback so the average buyer who wants a daily wear would consider it. The speedy line is definitely not a one watch collection cos of the non existence water proofing. That single gasket seal on the crown doesn't do anything as the chrono pushers have zero gasket.
50m is totally fine for daily wear. Don’t see the WR as the issue.
The Omega is manual wind so you absolutely do not want a screw down crown. It’s not a diver, what pool are you swimming in where 50 meters of rating won’t be enough? Let’s be honest, we aren’t taking any of these very expensive watches deeper than a hot tub.
Jlc
Egads! Not a tolex to compare them to! Gadzooks!
Great to see 3 watch makers not compared to a watch seller.