Buy This "Tudor Homage" Instead Of An Actual Tudor?! (Forteller Cambrian Review)

[@gursimarsingh8061]

Jory needs a fun facts channel.

[@thetimeteller]

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[@titmusspaultpaul5]

@@thetimeteller do they make this same watch but bigger? Say 43mm.... if so I would bet one today.

[@shawn1928]

@@titmusspaultpaul5 if you’re looking for larger divers with some interesting designs, take a look Aragon watches. They make almost exclusively 45 and 50 mm models, with a few 42s

[@chauhanrajput4733]

@@thetimeteller Could you please tell me watch with real perfect blue dial colour with around black border it must be 36mm watch but there should be No number or marks on the outer black boeder just black border

[@veganbutcherhackepeter]

I received mine today. The white dial one. And I am seriously blown away. Besides the watch roll and the leather strap, they actually added two silicone straps and two tool sets. The looks and finish on this watch are amazing. Everything so well thought out. Besides the 30ATM water resistance, the sapphire crystal and the drilled lugs, the crown engages properly in every position and so does the bezel. Snaps right into place where it's supposed to. I haven't seen this on any of the entry level competitors, not even on my Seiko Prospex Samurai which cost me three times as much. And the trilobite on the back cover is just gorgeous. Seriously, I have no idea how they deliver all of this at such a good price without going out of business. My recommendation: if you are looking for an absolute microbrand gem, get yours before they actually *do* go out of business, because how they are able to deliver this and still turn a profit absolutely beats me. This might well be my new favorite watch. The only point of critique for me is that the bezel is rather sharp edged where the outer metal ring meets the inner ring. But hey. This watch is WOW. PS: The numbers on the date disk align perfectly with the date window on the dial as well. PPS: the luminescence is just dope. Seriously.

[@pauld2037]

Got my blue Cambrian today. Stunning. Beautifully made, high quality. Have swapped to the rubber strap supplied, really confortable. Yhis brand deserves much more sales. 5 stars!!

[@noka5730]

This looks more like an Oris Aquis than a tudor.

[@larsstougaard7097]

Agree, without the jumping minute hand 😋

[@noka5730]

@@larsstougaard7097 yea, they lack this "feature". That's what you get for paying less :P

[@mikerotch6068]

I guess the bezel looks more like the new bluebay

[@shawn1928]

I’d say the lack of crown guards, plus the tightly-grooved coin edge bezel are more similar to the BB. But I can def also see an aquis influence

[@nab2420]

Came here to say the same thing.

[@maxrebo8455]

Fun fact: that logo is based on a Nordic rune. The brand is based in Norway and I do like that that’s where they do their QA and packaging.

[@oldiesfreek]

NR = Nordic Rune?

[@maxrebo8455]

@@oldiesfreek I’d suggest you go read up on it.

[@RadicallyGreen]

I thought it's a Menorah...

[@markedfortime]

That logo looks like a menorah...Mazeltov! Edit...how they deliver such a nice watch at that price does not compute...I anoint this watch as the best deal in 2021 to date!

[@x83_t76Y]

I thought of a menorah too.

[@kirkkohnen5050]

Menorah - Lite. Four candles for the family on the move!

[@guignolification]

Thaugt the same, then the blue and white, perfect watch for a trip to Israel.

[@SpencerDean14]

They should make their logo the 12 O clock index/symbol.

[@danpaterson244]

we got a watch review, a geology lesson a biology lesson and an excellent example of the word cattywampous in a sentence. Top quality entertainment. Thank you fine sir.

[@leeliptrott4863]

I've pre ordered mine with the white lume dial. The Kickstarter isn't doing so good though?? For such a great watch and value for money not enough people are backing it!! Get in there and order one

[@DonCacomixtle]

I've ordered the same, do you know if it will be full lume dial?

[@leeliptrott4863]

@@DonCacomixtle yes they have confirmed on Instagram that the white is lume

[@bifflee3603]

Hopefully they relaunch, I back the same as you guys 👍🏼

[@ajcallaway123]

Relaunch is live! December 2021

[@watchingdanny]

I love symmetrical dials and for me, the 6 o'clock is the preferred date location. And the logo looks like a menorah to me. I like it. Very nice watch and even better review as always.

[@AriefLatif]

That price is incredible for what you get.

[@paigeofstylez]

Just subscribed due to microbrand Mondays. Finally someone who will review microbrands that post on Instagram and Facebook

[@cfk8593]

Just got my black dial in today. Super happy with it.

[@MFRiley]

That blue dial paired with the leather strap is 🔥🔥

[@phildupuis1084]

I'm impressed. Looks great for the price.

[@paulc9564]

Two years after Jory's review, I'm happy to have gotten a production Cambrian (blue dial) and am thrilled with this beautiful watch. I can say that Jory's concern with the prototype's date wheel/window was resolved...mine at least is perfectly aligned. (Also the production models have color-matched date wheels.) This watch was the microbrand bargain of the decade!

[@bentrent]

How are they able to provide so much for so little? As you were describing the specs and showing the macros, I couldn't help but to guess $500 to $650 USD. I am blown away they are offering it for barely over $200...worldwide shipping included!! INSANE!!!

[@tentotwo8290]

Bought a white one, getting delivered tomorrow. £70 in duty and charges!

[@KarlAdamsAudio]

7:14 "Blue lume... You saw me standing alone... Without a dream in my heart... Without a love of my own..."

[@davidoletep]

I saw their kickstarter. They are including a horween leather strap. Horween leather is world famous and is considered the best leather factory in the US. The production unit will have a black date wheel I think. Looks like forteller is less than 1/3 the way to their goal. Hopefully, they'll reach their goal. I'll support their KS. Thanks for the review.

[@PuppetsAndPuppeteers]

$207?? i was expecting a much higher price point. that's less than a dang dan henry. you better believe i'll be getting one of these this year

[@SpaceMonkey13X]

Beautiful watch and priced right for a budget like mine. I see your point about the hommage vibe, and appreciate your comment as to being able to consider a watch that might give off those vibes but still hold its own identity and therefore not be casually distegarded.

[@ziko317]

They restarted their kickstarter this December, hopefully this time's the charm. The owner really seems like a nice guy that wants this to work.

[@dajdools8834]

Nice job and a watch roll makes much more sense than a neglected box which sits on the shelf ( observation noted ) lol. Regarding the date wheel, the #8 vs the #2 may make it appear to favor the right side, but it is off just a tad bit. Good looking watch and a fantastic value. I recall a few other Scandinavian based watch companies who put out some decent pieces, but this one seems to check more of the boxes. I just checked their site and the date windows will be black w white #'s. It's kinda confusing regarding their Kickstarter program, but I will get to the bottom of it all. As always, nice job...

[@martinturgeon3849]

Nice watch, nice price,good size, nice review! Happy New Year!🤓🤙

[@paulodea1696]

This watch is deffently a winner for the price, nice review jory. I'll preporder for sure 👍

[@parsam1795]

pleas look at Ingersoll are they any good? did they keep the heritage ? not much info in youtub happy new year too

[@impatrickt]

These folks are at 22k of a $130k Kickstarter goal. All or nothing to produce - They've responded to comments on Kickstarter that this Time Teller video is part of their final marketing push to try and make their goal. They're not gonna make it by Jan 10th (their deadline). It seems like an okay watch but the kickstarter seems overkill and how many submariner/tudor homages do we really need? There isn't even a link to the kickstarter for people watching this video to click. I might be curious to see if they re-launch in a more traditional fashion at some point perhaps.

[@garysteven9600]

Just ordered blue as what great value for money, love the size, and finish looks great. Get into this Kickstarter, under £200.

[@TheVirtuoso883]

14:57 great shot, could see it being used as marketing material, the dial really shines. Very attractive

[@YooProjects]

Happy new year mate 🥳 I love your channel 👍

[@bjdenil]

Looks like a Tissot Powermatic diver too... Sharp looking watch! Unique color.

[@Olddirtytiger]

"Let's talk about specs baby " I loled 😆😆

[@Not-an-ahole]

Love the watch. Very well presented with the roll, accessories. The watch is just a beautiful looking piece.

[@alexabney7913]

Even my crown aligns perfectly horizontal tothe case on my watch. I got #45 of the blue dial. The bezel is good enough to set blind if you needed to. I can count the clicks and end up exactly where I need to be. The date is definitely difficult to see later in the month. Each number eventually lines up I think but it also spends a lot of time in between. My prx has a snap change of the date and is always perfectly aligned but it doesn’t discourage me from daily wearing the Cambrian

[@GenerationAI2024]

I did pledge it. Lets get this watch backed! :)

[@oweskjast8043]

I hope they reach their goals it’s a beautiful design. Other wise I’m sorry for your loss.

[@xPennybagsx]

That blue is killer. Might have to grab this

[@waterzap99]

Me too. Also like the white. For around $250 it's a deal for a daily beater.

[@domenmajhen9648]

@@waterzap99 where to buy this blue one?

[@waterzap99]

@@domenmajhen9648 kickstarter

[@theonlyredspecial]

Good analysis. Interesting piece. Never heard of them but I don’t really keep up with micro brands. Seems they all like to use the nh35 movement. Good macro shots 👍

[@ErikSWE]

Never heard of them because they haven't made other watches and unless they can come up with nearly $90 000 in 5 days on Kickstarter this one will never be made either. The joy of "Kickstarter NH35 Microbrands".

[@theonlyredspecial]

@@ErikSWE seems that way. They seem to like to get them out as freebies to you tubers to get traction.

[@edwardsauve4836]

Happy New Year ! from an island floating off the west coast of Canada .

[@michielvorster53]

Floating islands?!?

[@sphericalempirical9359]

For anyone who is interested in a thorough review of this piece, an informed, in-depth and succinct review, instead of someone only interested in the sound of their own voice, try the review of this Forteller by WR4K, he actually knows what a Horween strap is... etc etc.

[@paulandrews7622]

Excellent value for money, at least it seems so ! Great looking watch as well. Great in depth review. Happy New Year !!

[@scottsj4625]

If only it was 12mm thick. 14 to chunky for me. Thanks for the review.

[@ExAnimoPortugal]

I really liked this watch and it seems like a great value. Definitely will think between this and the Invicta Pro Diver

[@counterpoint1494]

That price is absurd. That’s 100 cheaper then the cruddy seiko 5’s. That’s crazy

[@fortellerwatchesas322]

@Northern Productions We cut our own profit and use several factories to reduce cost.

[@TeneTsTaroT]

I watch this channel for the exquisite vibe, tasteful watches, and juicy rants and jokes. I definitely want a real watch of my own.

[@thetimeteller]

And the beard. 🤣

[@sublyme2157]

The white dial version is awesome!

[@veganbutcherhackepeter]

Got mine today and I am super stoked. All promises kept.

[@MammothBehemoth]

All life forms in the Cambrian period is underwater. I guess that's the theme.

[@oldiesfreek]

The date wheel is in place. It's the window that is slightly off to the left... Check that against the minute markers.

[@danwaz5218]

Amazing price for everything you get. Does that price include everything you showed for that price or are the additional straps extra?

[@fortellerwatchesas322]

All shown is included in the 169 euro price(Travel roll, Horween Leather strap, silicone strap and tools).

[@bluesdog645]

You're correct about the date wheel. But I'm not seeing a huge Tudor resemblance here.

[@mikebrowning2701]

Thanks for the great review,i bought the blue and the white versions of this watch due to your review,im new to watch collecting,so i really value your knowlage as a collector.

[@darnation8650]

Like the watch, but it's not really available yet.

[@grahamlawton6250]

It’s more just over $200 than a less than $300 watch. Amazing value. Nicely done.

[@a_z.tazzzfan8497]

Enjoyed your first Microbrand Monday of 2021👍 Gorgeous dial. Date placement is fine with me since nothing is cut off. Awesome caseback 😎. Wasn't thinking Tudor until you called it out 🧐. At least there's no ❄️ 😅 When you are doing your measurements, could you start measuring the crown? That's important to those of us with arthritic thumbs & fingers 😖

[@dagored6310]

Jory, you have to check out the Nick Mankey Designs hook straps. Handmade here in Hanford California. Super super comfy. I think you would dig them. My son and I got the "remove before flight" ones for our Hamilton field khakis.

[@StealthFX9]

Jewish guys: Hey, the logo looks like a menorah! Everyone else: Oh, a nordic rune logo! 😁

[@mdesmet9111]

I thought it was a crashing plane... 🤔

[@craigwoolbert2443]

yep- it sure does.

[@alexanderblack6619]

Me, half Jewish and half Norwegian:

[@muzza1967]

The Cambrian lasted 55.6 million years from the end of the preceding Ediacaran Period 541 million years ago (mya) to the beginning of the Ordovician Period 485.4 mya.

[@tomfraser924]

The date wheel is correct the opening is slightly to the left.

[@garyggarner7738]

I like this time piece and I would buy one! Price?

[@quickaswink]

I know you rely on brands reaching out to you, so this might be a long shot, but I would love for you to check out the 'Pellikaan Timing' watches microbrand based in the Netherlands. They all rock ETA 2892-A2 automatic or ETA 6498-1 handwound movements in the flieger style. I might be a bit biased because I'm wearing one right now, but it might be a brand to keep on your list!

[@AriefLatif]

Just saw these. Looks incredible.

[@oxdudepoege]

Cool watch, and I'm familiar with trilobites. My step father is preparing and collection them for decades and has written several books about them. Too sad that he doesn't wear watches at all.

[@waterzap99]

He might start with this as a gift.

[@PpaStrmpf]

I'd love to see option for choosing bezel color. One that would match the dial color. This is a nice watch. For the price unbeatable even without extra straps.

[@okihaveaname]

Good value for the specs and extras. 👍🏼👍🏼

[@calcramer]

Can you mention the price at the beginning, or include MSRP in the description?

[@gamesetmatt23]

Not a huge fan of the design in general, but wow those indices are well finished! 😍

[@gamesetmatt23]

Just well finished in general, really. Great job, Forteller!

[@ianfalconer533]

Really like the look of this watch 👍 yeah the date is nearer the right and I like the logo with no font beside it

[@garysteven9600]

It looks great ticks all my boxes. Great show.

[@JasonTheWatchGuy]

Lovely looking piece, like the date at 6 oclock. The logo does remind me of a menorah.

[@Mobynord]

These things are amazing !

[@brentpetryk4917]

date wheel is centred.. the window isn't...

[@SharpUchi]

Would this look good on a 6.5 inch wrist? I feel like the lugs would be too big? Can you recommend another budget diver like this that would work on a 6.5 wrist?

[@Dan_Vel_Luka]

I can confirm on my 16.5cm wrist it looks great

[@ConradAquilina]

Love it! Thanks for the review

[@VersedNJ]

This would be a great gift for an active teenage 15 and up, who hangs at the beach and does a lot of water activities. Start into automatic watch and no excuse their phone died and they didn't know what time it was.

[@danpeabody5687]

Heck it would be a good grab an go watch for almost anyone thats into water sports. NO not that kind of water sports that seems like a casio kind of thing!

[@buijs1967]

Great review. Is it me or is the bezel insert a bit too small for the bezel, i see a lot of space between the insert and the outer bezel ring.

[@alexc.3727]

Great review, Jory, as always. Btw, have you ever thought of reviewing some Eastern European watches? Luch (Belarus) and Raketa (Russia) make some interesting watches, and they certainly aren't as well-known as, say, Vostok. Just something to consider for a Microbrand Monday. Happy New Year!

[@olemanolete1]

Excellent video, I like the hands set and the Logo

[@junwoojang2941]

The date wheel seems a little off. You're right, but not necessarily a deal breaker as it's not Too noticeable.

[@jancovanderwesthuizen8070]

I like the blue dial and the white version of it too. A very generic 300m NH35 diver but believe it or not that is still missing in my collection. €169 on Kickstarter but I kinda doubt they’ll make their target

[@Eigedomskatten]

Great video, beautiful watch - and the coolest caseback ever 👍🏻

[@BoogurTWang]

Excellent looking timepiece - LINK?

[@fortellerwatchesas322]

www.kickstarter.com/projects/fortelleras/forteller-cambrian-limited-edition-300m-dive-watch?ref=android_project_share

[@rodneykinnaird7613]

yo time teller do you think some watchs are too tall for a nato/zulu?

[@jimmccaig7946]

Smart watch, smart price. Not a lot wrong with that. Agree with the date issue. Great episode 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿👍🏻

[@loganholmberg2295]

I try to stay away from kickstarter stuff anymore but at that price and April delivery thats not bad.

[@3rdstone1]

Have to say this seems like a pretty good value for money compared to many other micro brands. Love that the logo is a Nordic rune.

[@simonbarnett9773]

Yeah, you are not nuts my OCD tells me the date is a little too far to the right!

[@tonymartin6260]

Dust at the 12 o'clock marker. 3 o'clock marker it indented on the inner/upper left hand side.

[@wardoec7411]

You said Tudor, i saw an Oris, man.

[@bluesdog645]

He only said Tudor because he relishes saying he won't buy one.

[@tha2604]

The side view of the case looks like a Black Bay. Maybe the bezel. Other than that, not too much.

[@edwardklein5692]

Like the cabrian fossil on the case back

[@stefanseelmann3595]

Great review. Nice watch! Their site says that the date will be in black. Good price

[@don_moody]

I really like this watch. But I'm tired of NH35 watches, as I already have a few. I wish they had made it with a SW200 or something comparable. If they had, I'd be all over this.

[@arcaine101]

Yeah. I have 4 watches that have NH35. Lol

[@justins3065]

Looks great for the price. I think the 3 and 9 o'clock indices look a little large compared to all the others. And, it may just be my opinion, but the extra index under the date window is a little off-putting. I think it would look better to simply have replaced the 6 o'clock index with the date window.

[@reedgrabowski8314]

I would prefer a no date.

[@bigbearddahuzi1036]

I really like the logo

[@ramspencer5492]

It's a solid one. I have something too similar to consider it, but I would totally grab one to fill that nitch for that price.

[@lawdawg194]

Beautiful piece. Definitely a champagne watch for beer money!!!

[@looseunit1615]

The price of this watch is in the sweet spot.

[@belluco]

Maaaaan, that dial tho!!!

[@thorodinson376]

The date window itself looks like it is set to far left on the dial. Maybe it would all be aligned if the window cutout was adjusted

[@renatozegarra2719]

Wow, man! since I like history and I have one of those little fossil guys, I would definitely buy me one watch of this brand. It is just a great idea to have as a symbol or emblem.

[@VersedNJ]

Looks lie my Oris Lake Baikal.

[@maljones.8737]

What a great watch. Love it.👍