This was a great showing of some really nice watches. Orient never cease to amaze. Seiko is always in the mix. That Hemel really deserves a second look. Thanks for another great video.
@islandwatch8 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@madsukri83 Жыл бұрын
Harga nya dong..? Klo di Jakarta dimana toko nya?
@corg787 жыл бұрын
I took a Seiko Kinetic metal bracelet (casual I would say) to Iraq. I was in the field (combat arms) most of the time, with really high temperatures (inside a tank prob 120 degrees), a lot of dirt around, took showers with it, and smashed it a lot. The watch was still working a year later after I came back. I would recommend Seiko brand at any time, and be aware that this model watch was not a field watch. The only reason I don't use it anymore is because I stopped wearing it one day, and it seems the kinetic is not charging anymore. Nine years now and I still have it, I will prob fix it at some point, if possible.
@islandwatch7 жыл бұрын
Wow, great story. Thank you for sharing, and thank you for your service!
@WillieD75 ай бұрын
I realize this is probably 7 years too late but to anyone with one of those Seiko kinetic watches; if the weight no longer seems to be winding the watch, it’s usually just that center screw that needs tightening.
@benjones61038 жыл бұрын
Really nice comparison. So rare to get some focus on very inexpensive watches that really deliver. That Seiko 5 is just an unbelievable value and its' sales numbers reflect it.
@istvantoth74314 жыл бұрын
These Bertuccies are killing it I must admit... Sapphire crystal, minimalistic great design, top-rated quartz movement, awesome loomjob...
@secordman7 жыл бұрын
Timex Expedition Scout watch for me too. Highly legible, keeps time very accurately over a good period of time, comfortable.
@islandwatch7 жыл бұрын
That one has been mentioned a few times. Thank you!
@rupammedhi99435 жыл бұрын
And very affordable too😊
@cobbler885 жыл бұрын
Yes. Materials aside, if a person looks up the prices on these watches, we're seeing why Timex was able to find a niche with the Expedition line.
@wheelz235 жыл бұрын
Been wanting to pull the trigger on that watch for eeons but reviews through the yrs w/ the stem/crown pulling out for the scout and the expedition made me feel otherwise. Just want a good watch that's rugged and can stand the test of time.
@jasonjulian15 жыл бұрын
Love both of my Time Expedition watches. Durable, accurate and affordable. Plus you have to love indiglo.
@claudehiramsclassics64773 жыл бұрын
The Seiko 5 is my favorite. I really like the case of this specific model shown in the video. Really didn't care for the Orion. Berucci was ok. I'm not ashamed to admit I like the dirt cheep $55 Timex camper watches. Good video.
@chronovore37264 жыл бұрын
I like my watches simple and uncomplicated. I have a few of the Bertuccis. My experiences with both the watches and the company have been stellar. My only real complaint is that the rugged nylon bands aren't very comfortable. So I contacted Bertucci and they were nice enough to give me a discount on some alternatives. Their canvas band might be the most comfortable watch band I've ever worn.
@cobbler885 жыл бұрын
Here's kind of a general question to the watch fans out there: Are we a little spoiled by Casio and, to a lesser extent, Timex, when it comes to this type of watch? More specifically, I clicked on the link to the tiny Marathon offering. It's around $300. I'm sure the materials are superior for what they are, and that the watch does an outstanding job, especially if compared to a rodeo buckle-sized, $15 Armitron sports watch you buy off the rack at Walmart. But how many of you look at that watch and think that if Casio wanted to, it could probably put out a watch with a very similar aesthetic that's at least 80 percent as good as what you need for your purposes, for about $24? Timex would likely find a way to make it cost $40 because, they're Timex.
@MrPleers7 жыл бұрын
Like the looks of the blasted Hemel version best. My cup of tea.
@Dragoslav_MD7 жыл бұрын
I've had the same Casio Tough Solar for almost two years now. The only bad thing about it is that white letters on the front will wear off very quickly. Other than that, it works flawlessly!
@scowlistic4 жыл бұрын
I have one as well, and I sanded those white letters off immediately.
@carlcox733228 күн бұрын
I've had mine for over 8 years now and I abuse it every day at work. And even sleep with it. Thing is bomb proof. And I got it on clearance at Walmart for 20$. Hands down the best 20 I've ever spent. Keeps perfect time and since it's solar it never needs batteries. The buttons are glued solid from being completely covered in epoxy and concrete and paints. It's literally been through hell. They're around 100 now days but imo worth every bit of that.
@EpochMod7 жыл бұрын
Just ordered my SNK809 from you today. Great service and quality products. Thanks again Marc!
@islandwatch7 жыл бұрын
Thank you.
@wongjefx9808 жыл бұрын
The Hemel micro brand looks good. Nice to see micro brands out there making innovative pieces. I'm a Seiko SNK owner (thx Marc) and it was my first self winding. Think it is kinetic and not pure automatic? First watch after relying on tech for time for years and wasn't sure if wearing a watch was for me anymore...but now am up to 3 Orients (thx again) all automatics. This little SNK is a great starter watch. Changed the band to black and brushed steel NATO.
@islandwatch8 жыл бұрын
Yes, the SNK is an auto; no kinetic. It uses the 7S26 which was the backbone of the Seiko lineup for over a decade.
@blackcat3x8 жыл бұрын
Bought the Marathon General Purpose Mechanical from you. I must say, I love that watch so I bought a second one....It's not for everyone but my take on it, Simple and tough, a watch for a man who has a sense of himself.......Glad it has sapphire crystal.
@islandwatch8 жыл бұрын
Good choice and good reasoning!
@islandwatch8 жыл бұрын
Amazing after editing it so long, I actually messed up the intro! Sorry folks!
@mrmichaellepp82068 жыл бұрын
Could have fooled us, looks/sounds good! Keep up the awesome content Mark!
@artierodriguez83348 жыл бұрын
Did a fine job. I didn't notice anything. Don't worry bout the Trolls as they will always find something. Great job.
@islandwatch8 жыл бұрын
thanks!
@RobertNES8168 жыл бұрын
So the Seiko SNK805 is very popular, but what about the Seiko SNZG09K1? It looks like a more capable field watch with better water resistance, better lume and 24 hour markings. It also might have a better movement which is the 7S36 compared to the 7S26.
@152fraser7 жыл бұрын
Long Island Watch u
@dude284054 жыл бұрын
I bought two of the Bertucci’s directly from bertucci I love them they’re great you can’t go wrong for the money
@sailordave10004 жыл бұрын
I served 8 years in the Navy in the 90s. Resin bands crack as they age a few years. I know the Times spring pins that hold the strap to the watch more easily pops off. For me that was an advantage while working in the engine room. When, not if, the band gets caught on the machinery I want the pin to pop off instead of ripping the band and my wrist. I once lost my Times Atlantis 100 in the bulge for several days. When I found it the watch was still working. The Indiglo was the greatest innovation for battery powered watches. Not only did it help me to tell time in the dark, it also functioned as a low power flashlight in absolute darkness. All battery powered watches should have Indiglo.
@jeffreycollier87984 жыл бұрын
now i'm not one to post comments, but i've never seen a "Hemel" and i'm VERY picky and particular about my watches...either my Rolex Hulk, or my Seiko 5. but i'm definitely about to get into one of these Hemels. Very simple and sleek design. i don't know what about it is so attractive, but i love it.
@reviveramesh6 жыл бұрын
thanks for the line up and the details - this was a good round up of all the filed watches. much impressed by the honest push and not so aggressive over the top selling - i learnt a few things. keep up the great work
@wainedodd80553 жыл бұрын
I do like that Hemel. I have that Casio tough solar. I got it at the same time as a G Shock square. It so comfortable it gets a lot of wrist time.
@andreighetau26807 жыл бұрын
I have the Casio Tough Solar. Great cheap watch and amazingly accurate!
@islandwatch7 жыл бұрын
Indeed.
@WatchUnwind4 жыл бұрын
Iv seen one in person and was impressed
@Shive_o4 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Great video. I always understood the value that Orient provided but never really found a design I liked until now! That Defender is an eye catcher!
@lukemalloy24886 жыл бұрын
Great video. I'm a proud wearer of the marathon displayed in the video. It has been a wonderful piece that has been through quite a bit of extreme usage. I will add it's light and comfortable to wear all day long for days on end. The size of the watch is what attracted me to it, being I'm a medium build at 175 lbs. Finding a simple tritium mechanical watch that didn't feel like there was a weight on my wrist was difficult. Again grateful for the video, maybe the next one the pieces could be weighed on camera.
@pederlindstrom31325 жыл бұрын
Greetings from northern Sweden and a fellow watch enthusiast, also new subscriber. I found your channel from The Urban Gentry and I have heard only praise from other channels as well.
@stevendee28317 жыл бұрын
wow. loving that Hemel watch . the luminescence with the 24 hour face is phenomenal!
@islandwatch7 жыл бұрын
Yes!
@Closeoutracer6 жыл бұрын
Excellent overview. Good detail. Good selections. Great presentation.
@pinkeye004 жыл бұрын
Wow, these Hemel even today really does stand out.
@James764173 жыл бұрын
The Alba solar deserves a mention. A subsidiary of Seiko so it’s a reliable brand with a nice field look.
@strangelog5 жыл бұрын
Mark is a great guy. Customer service at Long Island Watch is fantastic.
@robertlee84006 жыл бұрын
I’m more of a luminox navy seal type of guy I had one for 16 years I’m about to buy another I liked the screw down crown & screw down back . It comfortable on my wrist , I don’t have to worry about water getting into the movement , I can see the dial & hands in the dark & that’s a big must for me
@tarheelred283902 жыл бұрын
*I have that Casio AQS-10W in both black and orange. Very reliable timepieces. I did not know that one would consider this a Field Watch. Good to know.*
@Fl-Pride6 жыл бұрын
I don’t know what it is about the last watch, but it is beautiful! Might be the best looking watch I’ve seen in a long time. And I’m a huge G-Shock fan which basically that tough solar looks like it is.
@lukecomstock6 жыл бұрын
Love the looks of the Casio. Is there a replacement for the resin band? Hate resin bands cannot wear them
@ItaloMike845 жыл бұрын
The Hemel is very nice! Missing the Citizen Eco Drive field watch in this list.. Just FYI.. 'Hemel' means 'Heaven' in Dutch.. ;)
@thisispw7 жыл бұрын
Great vid Marc thanks, I own the Casio, its rugged, light and inexpensive, as well as accurate. I like the range of watches you carry well done.
@franknowakowski31034 жыл бұрын
Fifteen years back Howard Marx in CA sold a simple, light field watch called the MP. Had an ETA 2824 movement, 38mm or so in size, broad arrow on the face as well as the "T" for the tritium hands, sapphire crystal. It was rumored to be a British iMilitary issue watch. Mine has consistently kept better time than ANY of my other autos. IMHO it was one of the best field watches ever sold.
@jfilm74663 жыл бұрын
I have a Stocker and Yale Sandy 590 from the late 80s early 90s, the orange 12 marker is pretty much gone but the rest and hands are still very visible at 03:00. It's also so light that I have to keep checking it is still on my wrist 🤣
@spacetrucker29525 жыл бұрын
I subscribed to your channel because of the urban gentry. I really like the Seiko 5 snk809, and the marathon.
@JunkfoodZombieGuns6 жыл бұрын
I have that Marathon GPM on my wrist right now and I LOVE it. Been wearing it more than anything, especially at night. Every night, I wear this or my Traser. Once I got this thing, I can't imagine how I lived without a tritium watch for so long. It's perfect. I believe Marc misquoted the size. I believe it's about 33-34 millimeters in diameter. Small on my near 8" wrist, and the band is on the last hole, but it still fits and looks good. I can't say enough good about this watch. If you want a simple, durable watch and don't care if people don't think your watch is fancy, this is the one.
@oasiasoasiaso3 жыл бұрын
Wich Traser do you own? I had a Officer Pro, but the 42 mm wears too large, even on my 7,75" wrist. I ordered the Marathon GPM too and i am really looking forward to it. I also like the Marathon GSAR (MSAR) at 36 mm.
@JunkfoodZombieGuns3 жыл бұрын
@@oasiasoasiaso It is the Traser Survivor. I'm quite fond of it. Only wish it was an automatic instead of a quartz, but it's a good watch.
@DonaldPerley5 жыл бұрын
For a "military" field watch, I'd think hacking is a requirement, since you're trying to coordinate your platoon running across the field with the guys shooting the artillery etc. But these days I doubt any military would issue a mechanical watch and the quartz pretty much all have hacking.
@jamiecheslo7 жыл бұрын
Great video! Thanks so much! Love that Hemel with the bead blasted finish. Think I just might pull the trigger on that one, though it will compete for wrist time with my SNK809! Cheers, Marc!
@islandwatch7 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing.
@aldomore14096 жыл бұрын
Nice array of outdoor watch models. I hope I can get one of those soon. At the moment, being an outdoors person, I use an inexpensive Timex Expedition Trailmate, about USD80 only. It has motion sensor distance measurer, steps counter, long battery life, bright indiglo, crystal glass and WR 100M. Thank you for that excellent video.
@Boswd7 жыл бұрын
surprised No Timex Expedition or the Weekender Great styles and are very durable , nice build quality. Prices are good.. range from $50 - $100 really solid watches
@islandwatch7 жыл бұрын
Don't own it, don't sell it.
@Boswd7 жыл бұрын
wow you are super cool
@pibblesnbits7 жыл бұрын
lol
@Jonbombs6 жыл бұрын
Weekender would alert people a mile away with the decibels that quartz kicks out. Way too loud.
@phyrexianghxst4936 жыл бұрын
Weekender ? i dont think that watch could withstand the conditions that military goes through Expedition?,well maybe
@wenksification7 жыл бұрын
I have the tough solar but in white :) perfect for my every day school watch. Matches my medicine uniform :)
@islandwatch7 жыл бұрын
Nice and clean!
@brianbuchert63824 жыл бұрын
Hi I’m a subscriber and just had some questions about field watches. I have just purchased a timex weekender with the indiglo I couldn’t decide between the weekender and the expedition. But I was looking for a field watch wich the weekender kinda fits the role but the weekender is very close as far as being a field watch,except the leather strap. Should I put it o a NATO strap to make it more of a field watch or should I just buy the expedition also? I did notice that a cpl if your choices were on different straps other than NATO straps.and at least one watch was highly polished like my weekender.is the weekender a good field watch or should I also purchase the expedition? Now that I’ve confused everyone thank you for any input! Love your channel!
@lunaticcycle13008 жыл бұрын
I would have added the Marathon Navigator, larger 43mm case with bidirectional bezel, gold plated ETA quartz movement, plus made in Switzerland ..... but it's your channel ....oh and did I mention its a Canadian company. I love mine if you can't tell. Ultimate beater/daily watch for a great price. Subscribed ! looking forward to more reviews.
@islandwatch8 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Always appreciate feedback and ideas. Not to mention, the ownership of Marathon is quite nice, makes it easy to do business.
@BeerandWatches4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for posting this review of some great looking watches. Gives me something to do a bit of research on. I already own a Seiko and an Orient so going to take a look at some of the others. Thanks again. MJ
@mystic482094 жыл бұрын
Love the shiny Hemel. Reminds me of the Hamilton Khaki field watch (H10 engine 80 hour power reserve). Hemel with a Miyota engine is excellent for me. What i would love to see is Timex military look watch with a Miyota movement, not quartz. SS OR SS/DLC coating. That! Would be awesome. What if.... Timex began using basic ETA 2824-2....hmmmmm. for its divers and military look pieces.... They might become collectables then... hmmm...
@teamhonn8 жыл бұрын
I am a big fan of the field watches. Great for a quick glance down to see the time and seems to fit correct on the watch. Simple and clean except that Orient. Looks like a Chronograph
@Soggz77854 жыл бұрын
I still wear my 2005 timex white face expedition, with Indiglo, on a khaki NATO. Great watch! Cost me £29.99.
@coloradofotomatt Жыл бұрын
Nice showcase. I own a Smith and Wesson tritium watch that appears to be a Luminox case with a Japan movement. Haven't been able to verify that. I bought it about 2010 have it professionally maintained and it's still going strong...including the tritium dial. Would love to learn more about it.
@harithhumam43728 жыл бұрын
That Hemel is very nice. Subscribed.
@WatchUnwind4 жыл бұрын
def a neat looking watch
@dubravkohubak53874 жыл бұрын
@@WatchUnwind but the lume on blasted ones hands is barely visible. On start of video and later. The polished one looks excelent in dark.
@WatchUnwind4 жыл бұрын
@@dubravkohubak5387 That is an interesting observation, the thing with lume is sometimes on these videos it doesnt pick it up the best. From my own experience my camera hasnt been doing the best job of picking up lume how it looks in real life. But if one looks brighter than the other on video it probably is.
@fse77947 жыл бұрын
Thanks, but are you sure Marathon automatic is affordable?
@islandwatch7 жыл бұрын
Affordable is a highly contested word, but most folks in the community agree that under $1000 is affordable. Affordable means different things to different people. Price aside, though, $900 for a Swiss Made auto with this pedigree is unheard of in any brand that advertises in the mainstream.
@AlexN20225 жыл бұрын
I bought a Marathon. I'd read some feedback that it was overpriced, but I dismissed it. When it came I was so underwhelmed that I sent it back for refund. Thankfully they did refund me. I have to second that for what it is it's hugely overpriced, just because they can put a "Government" on it.
@Koloherides2 жыл бұрын
mine is the seiko skx013 and the tuna seiko sbbn031. love em
@RichardTuckman3 жыл бұрын
I just bought the Hemel from your store. It is sharp, and has a sapphire crystal.
@lorneallison82208 жыл бұрын
Title said 'affordable' but only really showed the price on 2 of the pieces... Great comparison video though, love the concept. Would love to see more (dress, diver, chrono etc) thanks
@islandwatch8 жыл бұрын
Thank you. I do forget to say some things during filming; too excited about all the good stuff. That's why there are product links you can click on. Will try to do more like it!
@jameshaury27162 жыл бұрын
The CASIO forester is more of a field watch .It is really inexpensive though. I bought a resin case bertucci from your store I like it very much.
@patrickglass93233 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this. However, do consider the Ricardo Swiss Alpine Military watch. Oddly, it's never considered in videos on field watches. (Ricardo have made some expensive vintage watches too). This Ricardo should be a Classic with its superb 12/24 hour luminous cream face and Quartz (Japanese) movement. I prefer it to my Timex Expedition Camper. And, surprisingly, it costs less than £30. Excellent value for a wonderful watch.
@user-gr3rk6ur2p4 жыл бұрын
i really like the Marathon because of the tritium and also the HEMEL because of the bezel thank you Marc
@AkiraTano8 жыл бұрын
Field watches are some of my favorite. The Seiko SNZG would have fit right in the group. Good vid. Thanks Mark.
@islandwatch8 жыл бұрын
Yes, for sure! It was in my hand, then I gave it up for the SNK.
@michaelbarry57625 жыл бұрын
Nicely done, but Hamilton is a glaring missing example
@angryagain685 жыл бұрын
The title of this video is: "Affordable Field Watches". Hamilton's are nice yes. "Affordable" not so much.
@Zaiderdarkstar3 жыл бұрын
Nice video, really liked it man
@idahoman3252 жыл бұрын
" dont want to stop battle & not know what time it is " ... lol very inspirational 😎✅👏🤣
@billburns92608 жыл бұрын
Nice Video! I gotta say My Favorite of the Group was the "vemel" brand? I Really Liked the looks of both!. Thanks For Making, Great Job!.
@islandwatch8 жыл бұрын
Thanks for "watch"ing !
@charlesbutler88945 жыл бұрын
Very nice selection, and excellent reviews.
@countryboy445554 жыл бұрын
The Bertucci is a great watch. I have one for work. The only downsides are, mine doesn't have a date, and the case is somewhat uncomfortable on the wrist because the plastic hangs off of the strap.
@acftmxman8 жыл бұрын
Marc, thank you for a good video. I had never heard of Hemel. I really like how the lume was executed. I will add it to my list. I have an SNK. We bought one for our son (the red face) and I loved it so much I picked a blue face for myself. Again great video.
@islandwatch8 жыл бұрын
Yes, they did a great job. Very fine detail!
@djonidjoni90174 жыл бұрын
Thanks for upload, what do you think about other field watch, my concern is Luminox, they claimed swiss made, but the factory is in US, only the movement using Ronda Swiss which cost only $15..compare to Traser H3 and G shock, which one is better, Tools or Toys Luminox is..??..
@nicklewdor12903 жыл бұрын
Hey I love the Hemel when can we buy off amazon?
@nemanjatosovic7 жыл бұрын
i have 2 casio tough solars, great watches, i just wish the case was made out of metal, the watch looks great and is very rugged however even though it feels rugged the plastic feels cheap. a similar watch with better quality materials and a double the price would be worth it.
@beerborn7 жыл бұрын
I love perpetual movement, self winding watches. I never liked quartz movement. I have the Seiko Men's 5 Sports SNZG09K1 ... Great watch.
@WatchUnwind4 жыл бұрын
def a good choice their with the Seiko 5
@georgegarcia5664 жыл бұрын
The 2-piece strap Hemel is a particularly nice addition 👍
@djapojunior4 жыл бұрын
The Hemel models look very nice, something new and interesting, gonna check them out. The other watches we know well and are also great field watches.
@philipallen27308 жыл бұрын
great video Mark
@islandwatch8 жыл бұрын
Thanks for "watch"-ing!
@bartrabiej4 жыл бұрын
Great video. I would also add very affordable and great looking MRW-200H
@SBVCP8 жыл бұрын
Hey, what do you think about that seiko vs a matching timex expedition? i do like luminiscent but light for me is also important..but the most is offcourse durability (those timex have some fame about loosing the crown). battery and waterrproof is also something it shouldn lack
@islandwatch8 жыл бұрын
I think the Timex is better suited for the true outdoorsman; nothing beats Indiglo (don't shoot me folks!)
@MestreMur4 жыл бұрын
Seiko 5 is also an automatic watch... Bertucci looks great!
@JuanKis8 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing this, I love it all! But I'd love to similar watched for a bit bigger. I'm a tall guy and this watches and mine (Timex Explorer) looks a bit small for my hands. Do you know some bigger models on the same style ? Thank you!
@islandwatch8 жыл бұрын
The Jumbo WW194018 is BIG!
@scowlistic4 жыл бұрын
I have the Casio here, it's a great watch for the money.
@KCerros1236 жыл бұрын
I never received a standard issue watch. I went through basic 9 years ago and at that time all the young soldiers were buying timex watches from the PX. I broke one watch per week in basic lol. Having an issued watched would’ve helped me out a lot. I can’t speak for other people, but in my unit, we all use Casio G-Shocks. I’ve own three of them for about 8 years and I’ve never broke Any of them. I’ve put them through hell and they all look brand new.
@energeez6 жыл бұрын
Kano Mora that’s odd I’ve always had timex and they never broke, I actually still have one
@KCerros1236 жыл бұрын
energeez I dragged it through the dirt, mud, water, and sand. They never managed to last more than a week. I was replacing it every Sunday after church. A digital watch was essential at that time because I needed to be up before the drill sgt came in there screaming flipping beds lol.
@energeez6 жыл бұрын
Kano Mora I used a alarm clock, I didn’t care who it bothered lol. If it bothered you, you werent that tired.
@RobertLeBlancPhoto6 жыл бұрын
Hi Mark. Fellow Long Islander here. Where’s your store located? I couldn’t find it on Google Maps. Is your store online only? Thanks again for your great videos.
@islandwatch6 жыл бұрын
Online only!
@RoelfvanderMerwe8 жыл бұрын
Awesome video! You're starting to make some awesome content. Keep up the good work!
@islandwatch8 жыл бұрын
thank you.
@RoelfvanderMerwe8 жыл бұрын
***** If you dont like it, then don't watch it. Simple :) There are channels like Archie Luxury for guys like you. Have fun!
@islandwatch8 жыл бұрын
Thank you for that. My first hater. That means I'm getting somewhere.
@Devin1pm7 жыл бұрын
Bertucci a-2s field watch and this 75 dollar bettucci - 11043..which one do u recommend.?may I know which one u think is more durable and suitable for outdoor activities.? Thanks.:)
@muhammadwitjaksono35847 жыл бұрын
Another field watch from Casio in my opinion: Casio HDA-600 and G Shock 5600 series.
@brianbuchert63824 жыл бұрын
MUHAMMAD WITJAKSONO great point on the Casio gshock 5600 I have one and agree with you also it has a slimmer thickness than the Casio shown on this video
@landerzone26434 жыл бұрын
Theyre good if you like a house brick on your arm
@anonimusdianonimi65357 жыл бұрын
Hi mark. I really like your watch video's. They are clear explainatory. I really like that, is is so much better than everything else on YT. You're doing a great job with these video's. I specially liked your video on explaining the 'slide rule bezel'. That was awesome. Now I'm not one of the high end buyers. I own e seiko watches. The first one is dearest to me. It's a model 7A48-5010 and I still wear it regulairily. So, the most I'd like to spend on a watch is about US$ 400,- The request is if you could do a video on "shock proof" What is it, and what warranty do we get when buying 'shock proof' watches ? Regards,
@islandwatch7 жыл бұрын
Sure, I will try. And thanks for watching.
@rikoflishas6 жыл бұрын
that is a handsome Orient. I also have a Seiko 5, very good watches
@BANHMIZON7 жыл бұрын
That Hemel case is amazing...
@brianhinder36528 жыл бұрын
Excellent comparative review Marc. I own the Seiko and cheap Bertucci but prefer the latter for true field activity ... lighter and more robust IMHO. As others have commented the Hemel alternatives look promising. Many thanks.
@islandwatch8 жыл бұрын
thank you.
@marcolson4493 Жыл бұрын
Well done, crystal clear.
@jesoby7 жыл бұрын
Nice looking Casio and half the price of the similar looking G shocks I have.
@Losersluck_8 жыл бұрын
What are the differences between a field watch and a flight watch? For example, the orient flight watch has many of the same characteristics of the watches you've shown in this video.
@ENC98TV6 жыл бұрын
Nice video. What do you think of the field watch from MWC?
@islandwatch6 жыл бұрын
Not familiar with it.
@eleveneleven5724 жыл бұрын
MWC watches for G10 NATO spec....auto or Swiss Ronda quartz. Very good and affordable.
@armandocardenas92706 жыл бұрын
The one from Seiko is basically the benchmark .
@davidrosenblum21785 жыл бұрын
Agree that the Hemel is a handsome watch. I read that the Miyota 9015 is hackable; can it be hand-wound as well?
@barndad285 жыл бұрын
Those hemels look nice might have to check them out
@theodorerzepski84913 жыл бұрын
Mark I have this Marathon watch. Love it's small size and luminosity in the dark. but when I worn it in the shower it fogs. Called the Marathon USA rep and was told it's waterproof but don't wear in the shower? Hmmmm?
@oasiasoasiaso3 жыл бұрын
If it rains or you wash your Hands it's ok, but shower? It has only 3 atm.
@vincedelapena6 жыл бұрын
I love field watches. The Hemel looks really good but the lume shot @10.00 show no lume on the hands. If Hemel can address that glaringly obvious issue, I'd be inclined to grab one.
@clancyson4 жыл бұрын
What good is a field watch if you can't swim with it? Some of yours don't have that rating. Citizen makes the best field watch for the money now and on Amazon they are sold out/C
@tineyamful5 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot Mark. I'll check out your website for one of these.