Addiesdive (AD2023-1) | This NEW Deepseahunter is NOW the BEST Value Watch on AliExpress - WOW!!

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I hope you enjoy the video.
Please find the specs of the watch below along with a summary of what I thought were ‘pants’ & ‘pukka’ and also a link to take you directly to the watch.
Specs
Model no: AD2023-1
Movement: Mechaquartz (Seiko VH31)
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Case Thickness: 11.8mm
Case Diameter: 37mm and 39.9mm including the Crown
Case Back Type & Style: Stainless Steel and Screw-Down
Bezel Type: Fixed
Crown Type: Signed and Screw-Down
Lug Width: 19mm tapering to 16mm, back up to 18mm at the Clasp
Lug to Lug: 45.9mm
Strap Material: Stainless Steel with Push-Pins
Clasp: Signed and Fully Milled
Dial Window: Sapphire Crystal
Water Resistance: 100 Meters (10 atmospheres)
Weight: 104.3g with 1 link removed
Pants - Bracelet size and writing on dial/name
Pukka - Sapphire crystal, lume, movement, size, end links, clasp and price
Addiesdive AD2023-1 - s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_Dc6...
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[@bogrot69]

Very nice little watch. I wonder if the folks at Seiko have heard of this sapphire stuff that everyone is using to make their crystals. Someone should tell them!

[@WatchtheTime]

Very good point mate. I’d love to see Seiko being less reliant on Hardlex, especially at the price of some of their watches. Thanks for watching man 👍👍

[@darkchocolate4643]

Someone should also tell them that it's possible to line up bezel inserts with the indices.

[@WatchtheTime]

😂😂

[@bogrot69]

@@darkchocolate4643 One could write a novel entitled "Things I should tell Seiko" 😂😂

[@Dirtywesterner]

i just got one, @ $55 it is a steal.However mine has Pagani-esque lume and the bracelet is pretty subpar,but nicer than previous Addies bracelets.I think this and their Willard homage could be an unstoppable 2 watch collection for $110 US

[@MrBBaptista]

Received mine about 2 weeks ago. It hits all the spots for me. Very happy with my purchase.

[@WatchtheTime]

Nice one mate and I can see why. I really think at present, this is the best value watch on Ali right now, at least what I’ve reviewed. Thanks for watching man 👍👍

[@ccooper8785]

I heartily recommend this watch to everyone. Since buying one 3 months ago it has become my favourite watch. If Addiesdive ever makes a version of this with applied indexes from the AD2112 then I will be first in the queue to buy that as well. I really don't think I will ever buy another auto watch after experiencing thin VH31.

[@WatchtheTime]

I can see why mate, it really is an exceptional watch for the price and is really all you need tbh. Thanks for watching man 👍👍

[@PocketUau]

I’m fine with dial but this really needs text cleanup. No more “deepseahunter” and no more dive mask logo.

[@steve8510]

I can't take it off, would love a flat crystal though but everyone says it will hit the hands and that's why they did the pot, the only real weakness it has is the bracelet, getting an oyster style one for it next week.

[@samteks125]

Grabbed one for 39USD (and that's with 19% taxes!), can you believe that?

[@drebarthelotte5712]

I am going to buy. Really good quality. I have not had a bad experience with addiesdive

[@WatchtheTime]

It’s a great watch for the price mate and one you’d enjoy for many, many years to come. Thanks for watching man 👍👍

[@ddeusify]

Very very nice watch. I love. The proportions and the design are better than the San Martin. Revue the PT5000 automatic. And the cush bronze it's another piece, so nice this bath from Addies Dive. Thanks for the revue.

[@WatchtheTime]

It is a very nice watch mate, no doubt and it’s most certainly a brand I’m going to feature more and more. Thanks for watching man 👍👍

[@hootonhoot]

Best $100 piece IMO👌 Solid review!

[@WatchtheTime]

Most definitely my man, I completely agree, an a stunner for the price - thanks for watching 👍👍

[@coffeemarshall3484]

Nice jacket. They would go well with some IWC driving gloves like Lewis has.

[@WatchtheTime]

Most definitely mate but I must confess, it’s a real struggle being an Mercedes Petronas fan and more over a Lewis fan at that. Thanks for watching man 👍👍

[@mehhhh5588]

Thank u for the great reviews always. Am deciding between Steeldive and Addiesdive (been a Pagani fan for a while now) and I must say am inclined towards Steeldive thou I probably will wait for a few more reviews from you between the 2 before I decide which to land. Appreciate the vidz and looking forward for more of these!

[@WatchtheTime]

No problem my friend and I’ll do what I can to help - thanks for watching man 👍👍

[@MyChannel-om3gg]

Perfect homage to the 1963 Rolex Explorer 1016. Excellent timepiece.

[@WatchtheTime]

I’m glad you like it mate 👍👍

[@ccooper8785]

Yes, hopefully also they produce one with the applied indices from the AD2112 as it is as near as I will ever get to the later Explorers.

[@Dave062YT]

Great job as usual, very nice homage .

[@WatchtheTime]

I’m glad you like it mate and for the price, it’s quite exceptional tbh. I hope you’re well 👍👍

[@ryannewby447]

I think this is the watch I bought via eBay from you. Love it. So much to watch for your money. Agree with bracelet size, not for big wrists. Luckily I have small wrists. Love the look, and the quartz movement is a game changer for me. Thanks for the review and been an amazing seller.

[@WatchtheTime]

Ah nice one Ryan, am glad you’re enjoying the watch mate and long may that continue 👍👍

[@briancolyer8483]

Has to be said i do like this, right up my street....the text is questionable but not a deal breaker....unfortunately for me im not sure it would fit, at this price would they be willing to add some spare links not sure....🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿⌚🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿⌚

[@WatchtheTime]

It’s a cracker, not perfect but pretty close for the money tbh. Thanks for watching and I hope you’re well 👍👍

[@AlexHollins-hv4uy]

A solar meca movement would make these watches even better. The price difference would be minimal.

[@WatchtheTime]

Sounds like a good idea mate but I can’t say I’ve seen many AliExpress brands using solar movements…

[@danspanos]

Great review as always Simon! I hope you're doing well!

[@WatchtheTime]

Cheers Dan. I hope you’re well and thanks for watching 👍👍

[@danspanos]

@@WatchtheTime Sorry I haven't been around as much. I'm down to about 15% kidney function now. It's getting to be a little bit of a struggle, but I'm a trooper!

[@WatchtheTime]

No need to apologise man and I’m sorry to hear about your situation, please let me know if there is anything I can do to help - keep on keeping on man 👍👍

[@watchsixto]

Its crazy how some people get the perfect watch and other not so lucky it's always fun playing the watch lottery with these homages almost tempted in seeing if i can get lucky looks awesome

[@WatchtheTime]

I suppose that is part and parcel of shopping on AliExpress, the inconsistency but the brands on there have certainly got better 👍👍

[@oliver1965]

Very informative review. Thx a lot. Get going 🚀

[@WatchtheTime]

Many thanks man - I’m glad you liked it 👍👍

[@brianmsahin]

My first Ali Express watch was the green Pilot style 200m with just "Addies" on the dial for some reason. They left out the dive bit. Lol. It only cost me the equivalent of around $45 in a sale and it's still one of my favourites, running at around +5 spd and fantastic lume. I think if you want a decent reliable watch you can't go wrong with Addiesdive or Steeldive. My Steeldive Tuna is a great dive computer backup and I reckon an Addiesdive diver would be just as good. As for this one, it's a solid choice.

[@WatchtheTime]

I know the one Brian and it’s a cracker for the price and a bit of a legend of theirs. Addiesdive and Steeldive are doing some great stuff my friend 👍👍

[@caktaylor]

Maybe they can change the name to DEEPSEA EXPLORER for version 2.

[@WatchtheTime]

Watch this space my man 👍👍

[@samteks125]

SM already got burnt in that regard if I recall correctly

[@ET-vq8wi]

I bought the AD2030 some weeks ago. Fantastic sand dial -the perfect watch. Then I stumbled across the AD2023-1 the one reviewed above. All in all a nice watch BUT the AR-coating on this one sucks, it is way too blue unfortunately.

[@WatchtheTime]

Sorry to hear you didn’t like the ar coating but am pleased to hear you like the AD2030, which is a very nice watch - enjoy 👍👍

[@gorillasinthewrist]

Disappointed in this one, the watch it’s homaging is my grail, not convinced a b&w dial needs that much AR and 19mm lug width? Just why? Great review.

[@WatchtheTime]

Sorry to hear that mate as I really like this one, I guess these things are very subjective though and I completely take your point. Thanks for watching man 👍👍

[@gorillasinthewrist]

@@WatchtheTime the world would be dull if we all agreed about everything 👍🏻

[@WatchtheTime]

Most definitely mate 👍👍

[@georgehiphopforever]

Price is lower now for about nearly 70$... Thank you for the video.

[@WatchtheTime]

Nice one George - thanks for watching man 👍👍

[@Watch_your_Money]

Great finding...any ghost positions? This caliber was ment for chronographers and I'm happy manufacturer managed to squeeze it in this beautiful case...any thoughts?

[@WatchtheTime]

There is no ghost position mate and my understanding is that this is a 3 hand, 2 jewel, mechaquartz movement and in my experience, it runs very well. Thanks for watching 👍👍

[@XjohnjohnX88]

At this price, it's impressive. I agree with you with the lug width. But maybe the proportions are a bit better. But like you, I don't like the writing on the dial. On a dive watch, it's okay. But not here. Except this, it's 👌. Great review again, Simon 👍

[@WatchtheTime]

Even with these small imperfections, it’s a great value watch and most definitely at present, the best value watch on Ali. Thanks for watching my man 👍👍

[@XjohnjohnX88]

@@WatchtheTime yeah, it's on my wishlist 😊 Take care of yourself mate !

[@WatchtheTime]

And you man 👍👍

[@thinredline2795]

I think this watch is gorgeous, great review. Can I ask what you mean about the bracelet size you have a 7 inch wrist and you had to remove two links, is that right? I have a 7 1/2 inch wrist just curious if it will fit...

[@WatchtheTime]

It’s a beauty for sure mate and yes, the bracelet is a tad short given I only took 1 link out for it to comfortably fit my wrist. Could pose a problem to you but you may get away with just wearing it straight out of the box. Thanks for watching man 👍👍

[@mediaplayer2150]

Molto particolare il movimento anche se il consumo di batteria ne tiene conto. Dimansioni e quadrante molto bello solo potevano evitare la scritta deep sea hunter su un orologio che sembra un explorer. Bel video.

[@WatchtheTime]

It’s a beautiful and well spec’d watch, especially for the price. Thanks for watching my friend - Gracias 👍👍

[@SuperDojdoj]

I got mine delivered today, clasp is milled inner and stamped outer in my opinion.. just as on my tag heuer.. however this clasp wobble with 1-2 millimeter in bad tolerances, also lugs are sharp enough to stab with. Otherwise it's a quite nice watch, and at the same price as my tag heuer replacement clasp... oh yeah, the sweep is 14400 bph i think, looks a bit choppy. Still lots to like about it, this was just my immidiate small disappointments..

[@WatchtheTime]

Sorry to hear that mate and I can’t say I noticed the issues you mentioned, perhaps it’s an isolated thing or at least an inconsistent thing? Thanks for your honest feedback and for watching 👍👍

[@SuperDojdoj]

@@WatchtheTime Thanks, the disappointments are small, not enough for a dispute imho. It is a good looking watch for the money I can't deny that, 4/5 Ali-score 🙂

[@StrangersIteDomum]

What size case is this reviewing? Can you measure or approximate the dial size?

[@WatchtheTime]

All the information is included in the video and also in the description of the video John. I am not in a position to measure the dial though as I no longer have the watch, apologies

[@steve8510]

Can you swap out the bubble crystal for a flat sapphire crystal or will it hit the hands?

[@WatchtheTime]

I’m not 100% sure mate but I would assume that would be completely fine, yes 👍👍

[@scatterbrain9490]

Very nice

[@WatchtheTime]

It’s a cracker for sure man 👍👍

[@touch_master721]

If that watch was 42 mm dial size, it would be perfect. DO you know is there 42mm dial size?

[@WatchtheTime]

I don’t think they do a 42mm dial version but please feel free to check out these store (link in the description) - thanks for watching man 👍👍

[@briandelaney8122]

I wonder if the big name manufacturors (Seiko, Citizen etc) look a some of these Ali watches and think "Maybe I should raise my game?"

[@WatchtheTime]

Let’s hope that is the case mate 👍👍

[@pellelarsson6887]

Could you review the new baltany explorer quartz 😅

[@WatchtheTime]

I’ll see what I can do my friend 👍👍

[@matkamoon]

Will the strap need adjusting with a 6.4 inch wrist ?

[@WatchtheTime]

Yes, you’ll have to take a fair few links out but it would fit your wrist well 👍👍

[@nielwilliams4687]

How about the Addiesdive 2118. Beautiful and unusual.

[@WatchtheTime]

I have reviewed it a while back mate and for the recent prices it’s been selling at, it’s a serious MUST have 👍👍

[@ultimaetsolder]

Do you like this or the PD version?

[@WatchtheTime]

Not to sit on the fence mate but both are good watches and it will just come down to personal preference for yourself tbh 👍👍

[@samsantana]

hmm the Pagani Design Explorer homage is cheaper at $60 with an NH35 applied markers, numerals and logo 200m water resistance

[@WatchtheTime]

I have seen that on AliExpress Choice and it’s a cracking deal but for me, just not as refined as this one 👍👍

[@samsantana]

@@WatchtheTime I like the domed crystal on this Addie better than the flat crystal on the PD, and the lume is most likely better than the PD. If only it had applied numerals/markers I'd jump on it.

[@WatchtheTime]

I hear you. Let’s hope they do that in a V2 👍👍

[@user-zq8rl8hi6m]

Спасибо за обзор

[@WatchtheTime]

Thanks for watching mate 👍👍

[@gshockbabe6144]

I will stick to my two Invicta Pro Divers.

[@WatchtheTime]

No problem at all - enjoy 👍👍

[@Zotrax1946]

Nice look, nice dimensions. Yet deepsea and 100 m wr just beneath it- no… I know 100m is very practical, but the wording, come on🙄

[@WatchtheTime]

It’s a very cool, affordable piece but the writing doesn’t need to be there 👍👍

[@FrankiePatella]

​I just received the PT5000 automatic version, AD2023-2AC. The 'Deepseahunter' text line is replaced by 'AUTOMATIC'. Besides the PT5000 crown operation feeling a bit rough, it's a stunning watch.

[@WatchtheTime]

Sounds like a great watch mate - enjoy 👍👍

[@Mobin92]

I wish the glass wasn't that thick...

[@WatchtheTime]

It is definitely WAY thicker than it needs to be mate, no doubt

[@kevincvitkovich7823]

You're wearing it too tight, should be able to get a finger under it. Great reviews, thanks

[@WatchtheTime]

I prefer my watches not to move around too much when I wear them mate but I know what you mean, you’re not the first to say that to me. Thanks for watching man 👍👍

[@Thomas-cz2vg]

too bad it's so small

[@WatchtheTime]

I hear you Thomas but it’s kind of the way watches are going at the moment and in fairness, it doesn’t wear too badly. Thanks for watching 👍👍

[@Thomas-cz2vg]

it may well be that way with the size of watches, but I myself will not buy a watch that is smaller than 39-40 mm

[@WatchtheTime]

Fair enough Thomas 👍👍

[@garyk8285]

I'd change the name to MILFHUNTER. Ooops, am I allowed to say that these days?!? I think the watch is excellent for the price.

[@WatchtheTime]

It’s all good Gary, if nothing else it made me chuckle, top man 👍👍

[@realnice2]

True.