A Truer Black Dial? Redentore ULTRABLACK Absorbs 99.4% Of All Visible Light 36 & 40mm

[@timeandnourishment1961]

Very interesting watch, Shane. The big watch shop here in Moscow carries this brand, and their prices are well north of $500, which would be an Ultra Black hole in my bank balance. Great review as always. Cheers 🍻!

[@tyronepalma3854]

I really like it, it's very pretty. Would love to see this with a better, thinner movement and dual finished hands

[@TheMostSmokeCrew]

These ultra dark blacks are usually just for show and the paint degrades quickly especially in the light. Maybe this is a better quality formula but generally it seems like a silly compromise to go for darker black when the paint won’t last.

[@RelativeTime]

That's a good point. Perhaps being under the crystal will help protect that, but time will tell.

[@lawrencev.athill7502]

That's disappointing to hear.

[@markikn3183]

Nigel Tufnel said it best: "It's like, how much more black could this be? And the answer is none. None more black."

[@dparis2172]

His watch goes to 13.

[@Haarlem1990]

I have the 40mm and it really isn’t to big tbh. It looks relatively small compared to some other 40mm i have. I wear it on the black leather strap that came with it and it looks really classy and elegant. Perfect for formal occasions or funerals.

[@remofflan]

I’m worried about the 48 mm L2L for my 15,5 cm wrist size.

[@dunderhay9169]

Not my cup of tea, but a great review with superb photography, you really did the dial justice 👍

[@alexwain]

Great review and insights - had no idea about the phantom date!

[@RelativeTime]

Thanks!

[@benjaminvis]

I revisited this video because of the announced aventurine. Regrettably they chose to go for 40mm again with that one. Beyond a shadow of a doubt I should not attempt that 40mm. It looks noticeably big on you and my wrists are a bit smaller. Ultimately a minimalist aventurine dial would behave pretty much the same as the ultrablack, except for being a more appropriate and sensible choice under a reflective sapphire crystal. I never got that point of the uktrblack paint, unless under a flat hyper-AR (both sides) crystal. If they do decide to also offer a 36mm, that could be the more interesting version of this minimalist watch. I do wish they'd make it even thinner. Assuming they use a no date Miyota, that should also be achievable. (Edit: due to the ambitious price again I forgot they use the Seiko NH movement. That's still a mistake for this style and price point if you ask me). PS those dual hand finishes I know rather from Mido. I'd say there never was a more appropriate dial to apply that on. Thanks for summing up very well why I passed on this at the time. Now, a 36mm aventurine making the necessary improvements on all those points, that would be truly worth talking about. But somehow I feel that this brand cares a little more about maximising their bottom line than other micros. Just my perception.

[@cosmodoc]

Very good and balanced review, Shane! Despite it‘s flaws, I love this watch. I have the 40 mm and love it‘s elegance. Also it is one of the few of my watches that my wife really loves, which says a lot!

[@EndtheWokeMadness]

Thanks for the objective review. For dress wear, I think it's very classy on the black strap. It would look great with a suit.

[@daveho852]

take a look of Oris Artelier S ☺️

[@RelativeTime]

Oh... I like that! I think I like the green more then the black.

[@Box_13]

The 40mm reminds me of the portable hole from "Who Framed Roger Rabbit". Cool watch. It would be neat to see this put this on a pilot or field watch where legibility and time at a glance are important.

[@stavros_katsopr]

I learned reading time on a watch with a Movado Homage, long before i turned into an adult. Guess a watch like this can be a sign for me turning into my second youth, especially now that i already covered half of a century (and luckily keep going...). Cheers Shane. Thanks for the double review. PS Knew you'd use a red strap, but the "rally" was a surprise.

[@RelativeTime]

Well, the rally strap was sitting on the table from a previous review, so I figured why not.

[@nedflanders3769]

A watch without any index markers is just dumb. Even if it just had small simple ones I’d probably be interested.

[@remofflan]

I could imagine one without hands and better AR. A true black hole!

[@nedflanders3769]

LOL

[@tuscanyjc]

500 bucks & I have to change out the tires and rims, hmm

[@SpaceG95]

$500!? $650 on a bracelet! DAFUQ?!?! Your presentation is great and it's a fair review, but... 💸💸

[@kickstothehead3705]

I was going to bring up the Movado museum too I own one can’t help to make the comparison. Great review

[@bernardbarroga1497]

Thanks but my eyes are not as good as it used to be. Great review btw.👍🏼

[@ChristyOFaghan]

useful insights, cheers

[@RelativeTime]

Thanks!

[@larrydalton2205]

Great review. 36mm looks better than 40 on this one. Nice alternative to Movado.

[@adk7962]

This is a gorgeous watch, but I have to have a date on all my watches so a watch that doesn’t even tell me exactly what time it is, is unfortunately a no go for me. But what the hell do I know? Both sizes are sold out! I think it’s absolutely worth the money, and I like the 36 on bracelet. Awesome review as always.

[@RelativeTime]

Both times they have been available they have sold out pretty quick. So evidently they are on to something.

[@remofflan]

So you’re the one making sure that there are date windows on all watches! I have to admit that I do like to have the date at hand, though the symmetry suffers from it, and the overall design.

[@janmango4692]

Great review, and I mostly agree. However, I have the 40mm and put it on a mesh strap which makes it less dressy and more all-round usable. From all the 10 mechanical watches I own around the 500 euro mark, this one gets the most attention. I love the minimalism. I don't like, nor need a date complication. And it's very hard to find a mechanical watch without it in this price range. Or even in any price range.

[@RelativeTime]

That would look sharp. I'll have to try it on a mesh strap and see.

[@deepikaramanujam]

@@RelativeTimeI actually read his entire comment in your voice and it actually fits perfectly 😂

[@RelativeTime]

@@deepikaramanujam lol

[@Phil-S8]

Very pretty - 38mm would've been best though. I just can't do watches without indices

[@bobbailey6398]

Couple of comments: It seemed like the logo on the dial was slightly rotated to the left. Maybe just looked that way to me. I would love to see you occasionally review something more “upmarket”. You are a GREAT reviewer. Would love to hear your thoughts on some watches 1000 other guys have commented on already.

[@RelativeTime]

It would be great, but the problem is availability. Either need someone to lend me something, or make some good connections with some dealers.

[@bobbailey6398]

Well I have a few if you are ever in Nor Cal. I wear mine so they are pretty scratched up. You do a great job. @@RelativeTime

[@RelativeTime]

@@bobbailey6398 thanks, appreciate it. I would like to shake some things up for next year, so we'll see.

[@angelitazayas7055]

I was in the market for a new watch yesterday and usually my ‘go to’ is a Movado but an ad popped up for Venezianico and quickly caught my attention. The watches are beautiful but it seems they do cater more to men’s watches with minimal to choose from of the 36mm options. I really wanted to go with the Redentore Ultra Black 36 because of the minimalist design but in the end opted for a more feminine design of the Redentore model. So Shane, now that you own one and have worn the 36, does it seem unisex to you or leaning more masculine?

[@RelativeTime]

I think it's more unisex. There isn't anything aggressive with the case, and the dial is sort of a blank canvas. Which is sort of the point.

[@niallvbrennan6629]

Smart watch 😊

[@nedflanders3769]

A watch that doesn’t tell the time.. how smart is that, really?

[@niallvbrennan6629]

@@nedflanders3769 exactly......looks like a smart watch......thats turned off

[@anthonydevono8833]

No from me but thanks for covering watches that are different

[@apollotull2343]

Where can I get that red leather strap with the holes?

[@P_Ezi]

Any color you want as long as it's black. No indices. Thank you, may i see something else?

[@keving4408]

Great review as always, but I'll pass. If you like this sort of design the Timex Giorgio Galli is a better option.

[@SpaceG95]

I think the comments on WC may be juicy🤣

[@YouCanChangeYourWorldToday]

Where can I buy ? They are all sold out

[@RelativeTime]

Supposedly more are coming next month, but not sure when. Their website says something about contacting them to know more, so maybe they are going to set up a waitlist.

[@YouCanChangeYourWorldToday]

@@RelativeTime okay thanks! I want to purchase one. Love the all black minimalist look ⚫️⌚️

[@brianmccord7387]

40mm dress watches are oversized

[@NaNByZero]

The idea with the light absorbing dial comes from H. Moser and the design is stolen from Movado. Great, Venezianico. 🤢 Most reviewers don’t even mention or notice it. So, your review is so far the best one, Shane. 🕐🍸🍸

[@RelativeTime]

I didn't know about the H. Moser part. Although as for Movado, my parents had a matching set of museum pieces. The really ultra-thin ones. So even though I have no interest in ever buying a Movado, the design holds a special place for me.

[@NaNByZero]

@@RelativeTime I also never really wanted to have a Movado. I just appreciate the style. Not the questionable design of a poorly legible timekeeper. I even heard that Movado stole the design but I have forgotten from who. So, not sure if it’s true.

[@gopherproxy]

Doood - I guess this piece will totally disappear on Black Friday ⚫😅!

[@noobfl]

realy sad, that they dont ar code the hell out of this chrystal. that would be a phantastic experience.. mouso black is such a sureal "color" to experience.

[@tk423b]

If you have a 7.5 inch or plus wrist do not get the 36.

[@barrettwbenton]

This watch was kinda-sorta interesting overall...until you brought in the Mojito: game over. And not just because Seiko does a better job with dauphine hands

[@RelativeTime]

Well, the Mojito is amazing to look at. I think its the best of the cocktail times.

[@bobmclennan1727]

Gotta be honest, once I was able to drag my eyes away from the neat ultra-black dial, the rest of the watch looked like something from Vostok. That is to say, not bad but definitely not worth $500

[@cosmodoc]

It is much better than a Vostok in the metal!

[@AnPrionsaBeag]

I checked it out at the beginning of the year but didn't buy it. It's way overpriced for what little you get.

[@erikknudsen2971]

"Visbale" light

[@RelativeTime]

Oops, thanks!

[@SingleTrackMined]

The case looks like a diver. The dial looks like a dress watch. SKKRRKKCCHHH Clash of the styles. No thanks.

[@user-dp7mq1bw2r]

Honestly doesn't even look that black... Just looks like any matte black. What a badly executed gimmick.

[@RelativeTime]

It's an odd color... When you isolate it, it comes off as matte. Which I guess is the point. There is an interesting Japanese video where some guy paints his Porsche with it. (no idea why...). On the car, it almost looks more like a black primer. And the car seems to lose all the nice curves and flows of the Porsche's body. kzbin.info/www/bejne/e5qcnWymfdKWfLssi=yIsC2ap85annUKjB

[@caneelstrom1992]

The black you see is limited by the camera sensor, and more importantly the screen you watch it on. It can't look blacker than that even if it is

[@vincebrickner5529]

It's what i told them NH 35 is lazy and unexpectable ! Any thing over 299.$$ is a insult.