10 Cheap Alternatives to Expensive Watches

[@TopTierTicker]

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[@JasonTheWatchGuy]

Thumb was hovering over unsubscribe when you mentioned the MoonSwatch 😅

[@TopTierTicker]

Haha, I was thinking about going along with it for 30 or so seconds before I revealed the troll but I'm guessing I'd of lost viewers and subscribers 🤣

[@RestonRichard]

This channel, I believe, deserves many more subscribers. I can't think of any other watch channel that so nicely summarizes big picture watch issues. Nicely done!!!

[@TopTierTicker]

I appreciate the king words my friend. Subscribers will come, I'm just glad I have quality ones and not quantity

[@skipinkoreaable]

You got me good with the Moon Swatch recommendation for a few seconds there. I thought OMG he can't be serious.

[@TopTierTicker]

😂😂😂 Gotcha!

[@skipinkoreaable]

​@TopTierTicker Now that I've finished the video, I feel qualified to say that it was top tier. They were all great recommendations. 👍

[@rikdriscoll2160]

What a list! That Maen looks stunning! Id just like to chip in with the Pagani Speedy as a moonwatch alternative. It is a quartz movement so certainly not for some people but the specs are amazing for about £60. Great video as always Kieron, cheers 👍

[@TopTierTicker]

Aye, I do like that model, it offers exceptional value for money. I tried to not do homage watches though, as I think that they're an obvious alternative. I tried to offer something that still has its own story. But without question, a value good value alternative is that Pagani 👌

[@Tyrone2714]

Some really good looking watches. If I didn't already have so many, i would definitely be adding some of these to my collection

[@TopTierTicker]

Glad you like them! I think that Maen is absolutely stunning

[@Newerasamearea]

Good picks Bulova lunar pilot is the better speedy bargain alternative i reckon - a genuine moon watch high frequency chrono for 500quid. Props to casio aq230 for not being a homage. the only one with its own vibe. Gem. Orient chrono looks amazing value.

[@TopTierTicker]

I agree, I felt that the Lunar Pilot was a bit obvious so I decided to go with something different, but very good suggestion.

[@thegorn]

That bambino v8 is quite a good looking piece.

[@stephenschroeder6567]

I find it fascinating how certain brands/models are not available in the US, say from Amazon or the like. I greatly appreciate your passion for the collecting hobby. I am fiercely resisting the urge to jump down this rabbit hole but there are so many temptations it is becoming more difficult. ;-)

[@mandomi550]

Very good video, finally some good alternatives

[@TopTierTicker]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it

[@barrettwbenton]

Wow...not a dud in the pack. Great choices all the way through!

[@ivoshandor6859]

Which Christopher Ward is that at 6:40 ?

[@spex7503]

By any reasonable measure, the Maen Manhattan a homage to the VC 2215 but still a great watch nonetheless.

[@TopTierTicker]

It is, you are correct. I was unaware of that whilst making the video. Thank you for sharing.

[@thomasmacdonald4097]

Excellent video with a couple watches I had not seen before. Really well done keep them coming!

[@TopTierTicker]

Thanks, will do!

[@scottsj4625]

That's a decent list. Some I never heard of before. There are a lot of Tudor homage watches also with the snow flake hands some even have the higher beat rate of 28,800 vph

[@shezzasid7386]

Great video. I actually have the Casio AQ230 already. Do you have a link for the strap you used? It looks awesome

[@TopTierTicker]

I can't send a link through comments, but it's just a cheap 18mm alligator grain off Amazon

[@shezzasid7386]

@@TopTierTicker thank you

[@borisstepanyan9611]

Nice video

[@TopTierTicker]

Thanks Boris, I appreciate the support from you, as always!

[@romanmichaelhamilton8729]

The Citizen watch would be perfect, but the inset crown at 4 o'clock for no obvious reason, kills it for me.

[@turbyoulance]

Orient Bambino version 8 , really crimson face pops

[@gabrielpraslin9576]

Another Orient watch that I like in that haute horology style is the Sun and Moon. I plan to get the open heart with mother of pearl blue dial.

[@TopTierTicker]

Nice choice. I was tempted to feature the sun and moon instead of the Bambino, but I feel like the Bambino v8 will be a more popular model

[@gabrielpraslin9576]

​@@TopTierTickerNot a big fan of the v8 design but I recognize the value. The red one brings something new to the table at least

[@TopTierTicker]

@@gabrielpraslin9576 I do get what you mean, the asymmetrical layout is a bit odd. And it's a little chunky too, but that red dial is lovely.

[@Psysso]

I got lucky and i got the oris rectangular for about 800$,not sure if it qualifies as budget but still much closer to a tank than a casio.

[@alsfishtails]

Really surprised the Invicta Pro Diver with NH35A (seiko) movement didn't make the cut. Throw on a NATO strap and I've put mine through dives, banged on the ground, engines.. just unbelievable peice for the money and is not your usual flashy invicta. Next to my friends real submariner it's quite impressive for an $80 automatic. I'd even say a great first automatic and all round "daily driver" to get someone in the hobby.

[@TopTierTicker]

My dad has a pro diver, he loves it. I tend not to recommend homage watches though, I try to find watches that have some of their own originality

[@jayden_2954]

Please look at Depth Charge watches, they’re brill.

[@trubadyr99]

What I concerned with, of course, is the quality and materials used for those homages and interpretations. For example, I would wish Bambino used better materials, had greater durability and water resistance. Even though I, personally, would be more happy with interesting aesthetically and high quality original designs, like that made in the US Maen or, say Mido TV big date watches.

[@TopTierTicker]

Most of these are fairly original designs, they certainly aren't 1for1 homages.

[@thegorn]

A flieger with a date window is a crime against humanity.

[@Human_2.0]

The Citizen is not an alternative to the Rolex. The Citizen is a superior product! Fact!

[@TopTierTicker]

Oooo controversial, but I like the boldness!

[@Discoworx]

Most Chinese homages I'd buy if it wasn't for the name on the dial.

[@Brian-xu9di]

That gold Casio is ugly as hell.