The Best Dial On A Watch In 2024!
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- Опубликовано: 7 сен 2024
- Zero West have smashed it again with a phenomenal new pilot inspired watch! This time offering 2 different sizes and once again capturing a moment in world war 2 ! This time its Operation Jerico, a mission to break out French resistance prisoners! This daring mission was to be carried out by the Wodden Wonders!!! The Mosquito of the Royal Air Force . Come check out the M1 Mosquito!
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Wife’s opinion: “Tell Zero West thanks for the money” 😂
Sadly, this is close to the mark.
Mike this saddens me my friend. I’ve only ever wanted to show you watches I love from brands I believe in. I’ve been to their headquarters, seen the workshop, held every single watch that they’ve made. Yes ZW have become sponsors of the channel but only because I want to align myself to a British brand I respect that do things very differently to brands you probably own. I’ve built this channel over 4 years from trust and good honest opinions. You don’t believe this anymore then I guess it’s time you you’ve on .
🤣Sorry Mate, not laughing at you, but the price..... Jesus! Some of these Micro Brands have lost their collective minds. But, as you said: They will find 200 Blokes that will buy it.
What Blokes mean..??
Asking from Germany ..
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@@Memo-iRumiblokes = guys
Really? This brand is doing something different to other microbrands I think. Most are Chinese cases with a Swiss movement dropped in so able to hover around the £800 mark. This is different and very bespoke and needs more hands on. Would you buy this over a robot made Tudor which is a generic watch that you are very likely to see in the wild. I think the price is fair
@alfadscoterkdongonzo it is British slang for man/male/guy. We Americans would say "dude".
@@Memo-iRumipeople, specifically men.
3.5K for a simple movement in a case with a back story. Sorry, but it's money for old rope. They're like Bremont, style over substance. As for the dial GS blows them away, without gimmicks.
I might wear my Grand Seiko Tentagraph today... 72 hours power reserve on a 5 Hz Chronograph movement as a anti-homage to the sellita effort.
No War Planes were harmed in the making of this movement
Mad watch collector getting killed for this one. Ouch. Hope it was worth it mate.
Mike this saddens me my friend. I’ve only ever wanted to show you watches I love from brands I believe in. I’ve been to their headquarters, seen the workshop, held every single watch that they’ve made. Yes ZW have become sponsors of the channel but only because I want to align myself to a British brand I respect that do things very differently to brands you probably own. I’ve built this channel over 4 years from trust and good honest opinions. You don’t believe this anymore then I guess it’s time you you’ve on .
@@THEMADWATCHCOLLECTOR Don't take it personally. You turned me on to Vertex, to which I bought a M100A. Its quality is unmatched in the price sector, with an historic story to match! I still cry a bit when I think of Ziggy, the Polish WWII Pilot that fought and lost his life in the Battle of Britain, where a piece of his plane was part of a ZW's wrist watch! Thank you Russ!!
I’m assuming you got those watches for free? Not to mention they sponsored a video a few weeks back. Honestly, I would do the same. TGV on the other hand, wouldn’t.
Mike this saddens me my friend. I’ve only ever wanted to show you watches I love from brands I believe in. I’ve been to their headquarters, seen the workshop, held every single watch that they’ve made. Yes ZW have become sponsors of the channel but only because I want to align myself to a British brand I respect that do things very differently to brands you probably own. I’ve built this channel over 4 years from trust and good honest opinions. You don’t believe this anymore then I guess it’s time you you’ve on .
Yeah, some nice touches, BUT like a LOT of these 'Microbrands' WAY overpriced, just because they are expensive doesn't mean they are the quality worthy of that price! this is another version of buying a 'fashion named' pair of jeans!
Relying on the story (which has nothing to do with the brand apart from them adopting the story to try to align with nostalgic feelings) to sell the watch. I personally, wasn't impressed with the watch, and that crown?!?
Did you not understand where this watch is made and how it’s made and assembled???? This isn’t a Chinese drop shipped watch??? Let’s have a bit more respect for this brand my friend. This is an Independant watch brand more than a micro
@@THEMADWATCHCOLLECTOR lol
Hello chap & thanks for the comment!
I didn’t mention Chinese anywhere in the comment, your opinion and mine as a customer don’t align is all, in my opinion a nostalgic tie in (as much as I’m a Second World War aircraft fan as I am, & ESPECIALLY the mozzie) is not worth the price & is, in my opinion what I consider to be an overpriced watch.
For instance, take away all the tie in stuff with the Mosquito etc and what have you got?
FAR too many brands try to sell on things like this and are generally overpriced because of it (MoonSwatch anyone)
Ahh sponsor obligations
Oh man . This hurts me. I only align this channel to my favourites . Yes theirs a proffessional relationship there ! But first there’s the love of the brand! That has always been the case
Nice watch and story but too pricey for me. The crown is too big also. Thanks for sharing it. 🙏🏼
Let’s not get crazy man. Nice watch but if that’s the best dial of 2024, it’s been a boring year in the watch industry! Beyond Insane at that price 😮
Absolute ZERO(West) chance of me buying one Russ!🤪🤣
Does absolutely nothing for me. Sorry….and the price is crazy. I reckon If I did buy one it would drop like a stone if I had to sell it again
It'll drop like the engine it was attached to...
Oh no, not you too.
I respectfully disagree Russell. The best dial of 2024 hands down is the new Zelos release, the CNC guilloche Nova. Incredible dials. But to each his own, I know you love ZW.
Man, it’s a tough crowd here today. At that price I would definitely leave it to the UK collectors with a lot of disposable income, but it’s a very handsome watch and I appreciate the artisanal approach they have taken.
It seems ironic to have salvaged metal from the plane that was famous for being built mainly from wood.
Mate, how much did they pay you to say that’s the nicest dial? It’s not bad but it’s also not the nicest. It’s also way overpriced for a brand nobody has ever heard of.
But it has a limited edition piece of metal in it from a mission nobody cares about, from an age people would rather forget.
Just like my Grandad had shrapnel in his knee which you could feel. He didn't pay £3,600 for that either...
Mike this saddens me my friend. I’ve only ever wanted to show you watches I love from brands I believe in. I’ve been to their headquarters, seen the workshop, held every single watch that they’ve made. Yes ZW have become sponsors of the channel but only because I want to align myself to a British brand I respect that do things very differently to brands you probably own. I’ve built this channel over 4 years from trust and good honest opinions. You don’t believe this anymore then I guess it’s time you you’ve on .
Ok, i get it...sometimes you have to do also some housekeeping on the channel....
Mike this saddens me my friend. I’ve only ever wanted to show you watches I love from brands I believe in. I’ve been to their headquarters, seen the workshop, held every single watch that they’ve made. Yes ZW have become sponsors of the channel but only because I want to align myself to a British brand I respect that do things very differently to brands you probably own. I’ve built this channel over 4 years from trust and good honest opinions. You don’t believe this anymore then I guess it’s time you you’ve on .
And I thought the Longines Spirit was the most beautiful aviation watch. Very very nice, not even that more expensive than the Spirit.
Cheers Kees!
I couldn't see this earlier Kees, agree it is nice.
Absolutely love these watches, unfortunately well outside my price range.
Indices absolutely remind me of the Longines Spirit. But the literal piece of history on the case back sets it worlds apart. Very cool watch!
Haha the prices for these are insane. I can get tudors or omegas for that price. Jesus Christ
Both watches are made in their thousands by robots for a start. These watches are limited to a hundred . Made and assembled and regulated , pressure tested in there HQ with their own watch maker . Come on man . Listen if you don’t apreciate that then it’s not for you
It's a good point MWC but 3 approaching 4k is pushing it. I tried on a 4k Pelagos (amazing history, movement and build quality) today and was blown away with it's style, clarity and weight. Sure these are indeed lovely but I can't see them being a watch someone aspires to own. Just a lovely watch for a few (about 200) people. Have you done a Pelagos review btw?
Better if you didn’t get so excited just tell the story
The Comments Section is Gold. MWC stop fighting with everybody's opinion. I'm starting to hate this watch brand already, and I've only just been introduced to it.
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It’s the same stuff every time. When you know personally what goes into making one of these watches I have to fight in the corner. Thats me bud . But I’ll stop now. As I said in the show , as long as I can get to the ones that would appreciate it I’m happy .
@THEMADWATCHCOLLECTOR Just chill out... you do your bit very well in the video's. Keep going and do not change course.
The Comments Section will always be people letting off steam, just leave them to it. It's all valid points.
The Watch Brand will make or break on their product. If it works, that's enough for it to fly. If it doesn't... it's their problem, not yours.
Have a good evening.
Zero west still sounds like a mall young adult clothing store to me. Sorry!
No probs!
Hmm......this, or a black bay 58? ........😅. Some companies really dont do their product placement research well.
Movement is 200 tops. Case is ugly and average, dial is nice tbf but copies others. Crown is hideous, so youre overpaying by at least 2.5k for what?
Sorry, but i dont see them being around for long. And that logo is horrendous!
That price... oof. The Mad Hacker was a bargain.
Phoibos and Zelos beg to differ
With what?
@@THEMADWATCHCOLLECTOR this: The Best Dial on a Watch in 2024
Do you remember when micro brands were more affordable? Pepperidge Farm remembers.
Every Tall Tail supplied by the owner was going over splendidly until they showed the black plastic transport watch box,then it was completely Obvious, these watches are produced & assembled in China, believe me it's 100% true. I'm curious what the Mad Watch Collector's cut is to pretend any of this drivel is legitimate, because it's not.
You are an idiot my friend. Not only are you disrespecting me and the channel I’ve built over the last 4 years, you’ve disrespected a brand that go above and beyond to make amazing watches. Shame on you man , surely you’re better than this?
They have black plastic boxes in the UK too though? What a weird post. Also, your grammar is stressing me out, ‘tall tail’ is unforgivable.
i think we're approaching balenciaga territory
Why?
Nope, fugly for me.
Thorpe used to shill for these as well. He's too busy saving the nation now 😀
No mate
Wow what an absolute bargain for under 4k pounds 😂😂😂😂😂😂
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Not doing it for me Russ. Do you really like it that much?
Dave I would not showcase it if I didn’t man honestly
Infomercial 😢
If I love it I share man
@@THEMADWATCHCOLLECTOR I get it mate np.
for me a brand i will definitely own , the history and passion that goes into each one is truely special
Nah, way too much money. Maybe they are worth it but at those prices watch enthusiasts attention is elsewhere and rightly so.
Come on, you’re better than this 😭
What?
You are so well liked that when people disagree with you they apologize! A tribute to how much we enjoy and appreciate you.
Are they including the plane for the price🤣🤣🤣 who pays that kind of money for a microbrand😂
I think this is my favorite ZW watches I've seen! Great specs and a subtle daily wearer.
I'm not into these type of watches that have bits inserted into them that are not part of the watch movement itself. It's not just ZW, I would have likely had the new Breitling Aerospace as I love the orange dial had they not put some of the orbiter in it. One of those with the standard Aerospace back would have been brilliant. Alien objects in timepieces is just too gimmicky IMO.
Wonderful….superb touch of history. Lovely looking. Great review as always.
I’m glad you like it and get the national pride. But it’s thick and that logo is way, way, way too big. If this brand is going to have any appeal internationally they need to do a Christopher Ward and get a compact logo/branding.
And agree with many - LE or not, that price is silly.
I believe the "Mossie" is my favorite British WWII plane. I do wish I had the money to purchase one of Zero West's time pieces. Regards from across the pond.
Nothing beats the Seiko save the ocean dial.
BOOOO, your trolling us at this point with the shilling .... this is a basic dial in 2024 and you know it .
This dial is made from a piece of brass, it’s manufactured in Switzerland.
Nice but to pricey for a micro brand
I don’t think I can explain how these watches are made anymore my friend. They are not a micro brand, more an independent watch brand . They go above and beyond in terms of design, engineering and everything. But if you don’t appreciate that or the moment the watch is inspired by it ain’t ever gonna be for you and that’s fine!
As a WW2 Buff, this watch is awesome! It’s way outside my price range, but I think it’s worth every quid. There is zero doubt these will quickly sell out. Thanks for showing us the watch and the quick history lesson!
For the price you can get a good actual WW2 issued watch. Utter joke really.
@@figodwnnieto2581 I’ll be honest. I don’t really know much about vintage watches. Hell I don’t know a lot about watches period. 😅 I know Russell has a tight relationship with them, but I think it’s a cool watch. Yes a lot of the price is “Heritage,” but I don’t think they’ll have trouble selling 200 of them.
For a horrible moment, I thought you were going to reveal a watch case made from balsa wood.
Can't wear a watch with a Butchers Apron on it. Will stick to the swiss thanks.
Great looking watch. Mainly because it's a look all to its own. The case is brilliant and a conversation piece in itself. No problems with the dial. Great looking dial, Arabic numerals, logo, and text. Will have to check Zero West out. Nice review. Thanks
@ 4:14 I can hear one of your watches alarms go off... might want to look into it! :)
There are 20 Casio’s in and around the studio. Fine with it man. Bug you?
@@THEMADWATCHCOLLECTOR No but if you have an alarm set during recording... and I thought that you thought that we us viewer wouldn't hear it. So, just to let you know we do. :)
Don't know what's going on with the comments.
I think the watches are beautiful. The crown, case and dial make them great watch pieces.
Love the dial. Reminds me on the spirit longines 37mm… but imo the minutehand is little bit to short. But i love the style of these.
I love the style and the history, and I get they can charge a premium for it, but yeesh. A but steep. Now, if they have this in non-crankshaft edition for Christopher Ward price, say $1,300...I would absolutely buy one. Good luck to the brand!
Well played Russ!
Excellent review of a British brand.
Regardless of some of the few weird comments on here from the "tick box trolls" it's great to see someone putting in the real effort and a bit of love into their reviews.
Always great to have you here my friend!
Best dial? It's got a butcher's apron on it which makes it instantly shit. Also Citizen has made watches with better dials than this in 2024.
That’s 100% your opinion my friend. This dial is made of brass , this ain’t cheap to make believe me
@@THEMADWATCHCOLLECTOR not saying materials aren't good, but it just isn't the best dial out there... Also for the price you can get watches with meteorite dials or even better in terms of this watch, an actual WW2 military issued watch.
@@figodwnnieto2581 once again your opinion man
way too much money for what you get
It’s not man. Dont just look at the movement
I love how the second hand comes right to the circle. ⭕️. It looks beefy. I would actually like it more if it was 38mm
Same case that £70 ali express watches come in . Also, we've seen this dial before on the longines spirit so nothing new there. And nowhere near the prestige or history that comes with Longines.
£200-300, OK but, please........
I was going to say that it looks like a field watch just as you did.
Just looked at their website and prices ... suffice to say I can't afford a strap (£200) let alone the watch! Stunningly beautiful watches though, if I get a chance ever, I'd love one in honour of my grandfather who'd been a Spitfire pilot.
Beautiful watch....I see some traits of the Patek Phillipe 5226G in the dial. Very nice.
Gorgeous! Price...yeah! It's a bit steep, but how long will it be before you see another one on someone's wrist? Kinda worth it I think 🤔
Am I in the right comments section? Your all talking about that overpriced eyesore that MWC just reviewed yeah? This is a tacky piece of crap that MWC had to build the courage to put on the screen a full 5 minutes after the vid started. They must pay really well.
Idiot
Great looking watches, bit spendy… but handsome nonetheless & I like the historical references allied to the engineering
Sorry Russ, not doing it for me I’m afraid. Nice spec but nothing amazing. Zero West logo looks s bit like a cartoon graphic and the whole channeling Britains glorious military history is getting a bit meh. I so wish our UK micro brands spent more time looking forward not backward ( Studio Underdog and Marloe springs to mind as exiting micro’s doing something unique ) It’s a tidy field type watch for sure but at Tudor Black Bay 58 money it’s kinda taking the piss a bit with that Selita movement. I don’t feel this company is a good fit for you.🤔
Hi Russell. I'm always stunned at how much Zero West seems to polarise opinion, most of it seems to be about their price. There can be absolutely no doubt how well they're made and the finishing is so good. To me the best watches have a story or memory attached to them and how can you possibly not think that the background story to the vast majority of their watches is not worth a premium. Jeez, you're actually buying a piece of bona fide history here. If i had the Dambusters watch i'd be showing the case back to EVERYONE!! Graham and Andrew and great guys, so passionate about making their pieces the very best they can be
it‘s cr@p, and you know it… 😂😂
This is majorly disrespectful to me the channel and this brand , a brand that I love . Think it’s time for you to go my friend.
TGV would have a hey-day with these.
Not unless there's something in it for him à la Carl Friedrik 😉
waaaaaay tooooo muuuuuch money
Beautiful watch with heritage. I'd personally choose this over any Bremont. Great review 👍
I really like your content, but the price seems very steep. Also, I’m not someone who has to have the most expensive movement, as long as it works and it‘s decently accurate. But if im spending that kind of money, i‘d rather have something better than a SW200… I’m not accusing you of getting paid for this review, i really think you genuinely like this watch, but your review didn’t at all convey why one should
Buy this watch instead of something like a nomos or a sinn who seem to be a much better value. Maybe you‘re just that much richer than me. I have 1000€ watches, but that‘s a huge pile of money for me. I do have grail watches I would spend 2-3000€ on, but your review does a poor job explaining why one should spend that much money on this watch.
I lived in the same village as one of the Amiens Raid pilots when I was a kid. He used to like a pint or three at the local pub of a lunchtime.
I'd wager that at these watches are not for any of your subscribers, Mr. CASIO!
All I can come up with is... Ew
The way you built up the price i thought it was going to be 10k 🤣🤣🤣
I do like them, but I'm actually really wanting a vertex.
I bought a Hanhart 417ES which had a "Steve McQueen" link
I bought an Omega Speedmaster Moonphase which had a "Moon Landing" link
I bought a Rolex GMT Master 2 "Rootbeer" which had a "Clint Eastwood" link
I bought an Omega Seamaster 300 which had a "James Bond" link
I bought a G-Shock MRG-B5000B which had a link to my childhood in 1983
But this watch is linked to a mosquito WW2 Mission? ... for £3,600. You'd have to be very keen to validate that connection.
It's almost in the "the guy who cut that famous guy's hair wore one once!"
This is a brand that seeks out , sources and celebrates British engineering history how is this anything like the watches you’ve listed? Half of them are not made nor assembled by humans! There are a hundred of each that’s it. Someone is going to find a close connection with the brand and the watch. The fact it ain’t gonna be you is fine! The watch is inspired by the plane and operation . At least find the respect the brand deserves for making something different ??
@THEMADWATCHCOLLECTOR I'm exactly the type of guy who would spend this type of money on a decent watch. I've spent that on a MRG GShock as a curiosity.
It isn't a lack of respect, it's finding a connection with the brand that inspires me. Does WW2 stories inspire me... I don't feel it to be honest... we'll be in a new WW3 before long at this rate. Buy a bombing watch then in the sales.
@THEMADWATCHCOLLECTOR Oh... and by the way... I spent a week in Cambridgeshire recently, visiting the Imperial War Museum at Duxford. Reading about WW2 and the Operations Centre, the vehicles, planes, infrastructure. If this watch was made available in a context setting like that, maybe I would've bought one... there and then.
@@THEMADWATCHCOLLECTOR... you deleted my previous comment. Wow... 😂😂
Unsubscribed.
Sad times, MWC is a sell out
In what universe is that the best dial ?
This one?
In the world of capitalism
That's one handsome looking watch I've seen.
I really do like Zero West and think that’s a great one to sponsor you and there’s nothing wrong with having a good sponsor you actually believe in!
Il ike it, love the sandpaper dial, the story and it looks like it doesn't need the box to survive the tank.
That case is awesome too!
You forgot to add the end screen link so I can actually watch the next sensaaational video you have lined up for us :)
People in the comment section is why I got out of the hobby a few years back. I’m coming back into it, this is a unique watch: who cares if a watch is 1k, 2k, 3k or 4k. It’s all overpriced - companies have to make a profit. It saddens me that grown men want to buy a wear what is on trend and essentially wear the same watch that every other enthusiast wears. I got so much crap when I bought 2 Bremonts and 2 grand Seiko before the hype. Not anymore
Much rather get a used Zenith Pilot type 20 or a Oris Big pilot for that price. Just because its limited doesnt mean its the Bees knees. Like all the people who fell for the Bremont Hype 🤡
I have to agree, That's a great looking watch and defiantly complimented by the leather strap, the price !!!, my shekel's would go to RN Diver
Your videos are the best.keep i up
For that amount of money I would at least expect a chronometer sw300.
The only thing you get with a 300 is the fact it’s thinner ? These cases don’t need a thin movement my friend !
@@THEMADWATCHCOLLECTOR that is true but my point is that by having that movement it would put it in the company of higher priced watches like monta, rather than watches under 1k.
Welcome back, if that is really you.
Sometimes
Love love love Zero West great watches and great guys too. Met them at a few shows now and each time it’s a joy. I share your passion Russ. 🙌🏻
Stunning watches, Zero West has nailed the designs on these.
Interesting watch brand but for my money I prefer the Seiko Flight master as an aviation type watch!
3K is alot of Money..However any Grand Child Of A PILOT Who flew..a Must.❤ Thank U"MWC".
The logo looks like this: ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
Their logo reminds me of 'disappointed cricket fan' hands on hips
As I’ve always said if you want to see precious metal on a watch then look at the open case back on most Zero West models. Well done ZW. 👍👍👍👏👏👏
The colors are great!
I like the dial. The lugs should have been all brushed. Also, not that the crown is too big, but it sticks out too much. Awesome looking watch though.
As a watch enthusiast, I'm giddy.
As a history buff, I'm blown away.
As a poor millennial, I hope they all find good homes.
@@iansclone you can buy a good genuine WW2 issued military watch for less than what they want for these. A genuine military watch used by soldiers is also a far more unique piece, with history. Save up gradually and keep an eye out on antique sites and in antique shops. Can also get some WW1 trench watches for under £1,000.
I read the comments before watching the videos just to get an idea and man, people are tough. This is a really, really good looking watch and for as much detail that's put in, the price isn't bad at all. I especially love the lugs. Very unique. Then again, I don't feel like spending $3k on a hand finished G Shock is a bad idea so maybe we're just weird. Either way, I doubt they'll have any sort of trouble moving all of them.