Cronos Just KILLED IT With This $175 £140 €166 Grand Seiko Alternative

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18 күн бұрын

This watch really does have build quality and finishing similar to luxury Swiss Made watches. I will be comparing the finishing of this watch to a genuine Rolex Submariner very soon but today, just enjoy looking at the insane quality currently on offer by Cronos for under $175.
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@julianb1474
@julianb1474 16 күн бұрын
Cronos make nice watches - I recently bought one. Personally though I'm extremely tired of the fad for GMTs and would have preferred a 3-handed version of this.
@Andrew-yy2ye
@Andrew-yy2ye 16 күн бұрын
San Martin and cronos are brilliant at finishing and dials they just need to get better movements , I'd pay more for a display case back and an ETA
@Cujobob
@Cujobob 16 күн бұрын
@@Andrew-yy2yeI think ETA restricts their supplies so that’s not really a great option. SM is using a Miyota movement in their new GADA. That’s about the best we can expect.
@Cujobob
@Cujobob 16 күн бұрын
SM released a 3 hand version of their watch like this. I agree, GMT fad needs to go. Nobody’s (or very few) are using that 😂
@Andrew-yy2ye
@Andrew-yy2ye 16 күн бұрын
@@Cujobob that's not a bad movement as long as it's the new high beat , I'm a sucker for a smooth sweep 👍
@17arando
@17arando 16 күн бұрын
​@@CujobobI use it constantly, but mine is a traveller's GMT and I travel a lot. I also keep it set to UTC time at work for server logs and the like. Plus anyone who has relatives in other continents like me could use it. Which in my circle is most of the people I know. I'm less enamoured with caller GMTs like this, but it still would serve 2/3s of what I use mine for and is much cheaper. I do agree I'd like this more as a 3 hand as well, but I promise quite a few people use it.
@AdAce21
@AdAce21 16 күн бұрын
I've always liked the name and the hourglass logo. Imo, the best branding of any Aliexpress brand. Well done Gary.
@gilbertoflores7397
@gilbertoflores7397 16 күн бұрын
Dang, right after I bought the San Martin one. But this watch offers what I wanted from San Martin, a better bracelet. I've come to the realization that quality is in the bracelet, almost all brands now make exceptional watch cases and dials, and it's the bracelet quality that makes something worth more or distinguishes it from the others. As most brands put generic 3 link bracelets to their watches, when a bracelet has polished beveled edges and extra details, its definitely worth the little extra. Cronos has usually made the best quality bracelets for their watches, with the little detail of sloped links so it fits snug with the clasp, and minimized any gap. I might have to pick this one up too, hopefully I can also buy an extra bracelet and swap it on the san martin.
@happyal27
@happyal27 16 күн бұрын
Gary, Can I please give you some advice about your thumbnails and titles. Please include a full picture of the watch on the thumbnail and what it is in the title. I know you are trying to get people to click on your videos by being vague about the watch, but for me I'm much less likely to click on them. I want to know what the watch is, also if I'm interested in buying at a later date, I would want to be able to search for it again, and your current "click bait" doesn't allow me to do that.
@stevenkelby2169
@stevenkelby2169 16 күн бұрын
Honestly, I probably only watch half of Gary's videos, depending on if I think it's worth the gamble or not. And half of what I do watch, I skip through to find out what it is, then click away. I'm more likely to take a channel more seriously and watch the full videos, if the channel takes my attention seriously and tells me what I'm going to be watching.
@chad.haggerty
@chad.haggerty 16 күн бұрын
Completely agree with both above comments.
@unwokeneuropean3590
@unwokeneuropean3590 16 күн бұрын
Guys this is his shtic. He wants to do this tease and denial. He is showing you the feet, for boobs you need to click on the video.
@ragnarlothbrok936
@ragnarlothbrok936 16 күн бұрын
Mostly just skip his videos because of this exact reason.
@ctre4335
@ctre4335 16 күн бұрын
Agreed, please just put a picture of the watch on. I actually skip all of your videos for this exact reason. The only reason I clicked is because the title said grand Seiko.
@SOCerberus94
@SOCerberus94 16 күн бұрын
This is better than the SM, its thinner!
@marcheezy.
@marcheezy. 16 күн бұрын
Nice name, nice logo, great finishing. I hope to see them all on original designs in the near future.
@unwokeneuropean3590
@unwokeneuropean3590 16 күн бұрын
I would name my watch brand Crom. The marketing would end with "and if you will not accept my plead, the hell with you".
@MADHIKER777
@MADHIKER777 16 күн бұрын
Beautiful watch, beautiful finishing. Male endlinks is a deal killer.
@ic2433
@ic2433 16 күн бұрын
Looks lovely, amazing to see this level of quality for the price 👍
@chaosflower4892
@chaosflower4892 16 күн бұрын
I particularly like the name Cronos.. Saturn.. god of time, father time - the grim reaper.... Capricorn...
@outcastkatsuki
@outcastkatsuki 16 күн бұрын
Cronos (aka Cronus, Kronos) is the god of the harvest, not time... Chronos (with the extra 'h') was the personification of time, which is why we have chronometers. Although separate entities, apparently there's been confusion and intermingling of the two going back to antiquity, and in the renaissance it led to "father time" carrying the harvesting scythe... (though what Cronos actually did with the scythe... erm, I'll leave for folks to read up on :))
@chaosflower4892
@chaosflower4892 16 күн бұрын
​@@outcastkatsuki You are right but there is some discussion on this.. for example.. Khronos/Chronus are the same entity: the 'u' (and 'c') spellings are Latinisations of Greek Khronos, who was the god of time. As for Kronos/Cronus, he's a different entity: the leader of the titans. This short answer is they are different, but the long answer shows the short answer to perhaps be false. The longer answer is that the Greeks didn't pin down their gods in a fixed way. Some Greeks did of course, but Greek culture didn't require or involve subscription to universally recognised understandings of individual deities. Greek religion simply wasn't unified - or really a single 'religion' - in the way it is often assumed to be. Khronos (Chronos) and Kronos (Cronos) certainly blended into one another at points - whether in early cosmogonies like Pherekydes of Syros, where Khronos is a primordial being; but this was a debate still ongoing throughout the Roman period, the simplest representative of this being Cicero, who argues they're the same entity (in DND 25). And since Cronus and Saturn also became somewhat conflated by the romans.. Saturn amongst other things was the god of time and harvests etc.
@gefthetalkingmongoose
@gefthetalkingmongoose 16 күн бұрын
Crohn's disease
@chaosflower4892
@chaosflower4892 16 күн бұрын
@@gefthetalkingmongoose bada boom splosh
@saistalab
@saistalab 13 күн бұрын
Best short explanation of the relation of Cronos and time! And not to forget, cronos devoured his children like time consumes it's creations..
@orlandomarinez70
@orlandomarinez70 16 күн бұрын
Really nice time piece… love your channel…, thanks for sharing your thoughts, knowledge, and insights….
@ilikewatches
@ilikewatches 16 күн бұрын
Always a pleasure, thanks for watching!
@noelmurphy3450
@noelmurphy3450 15 күн бұрын
Great review Gary! Cheers Noel
@khairyalonto
@khairyalonto 16 күн бұрын
I’m very happy with my cronos explorer. This looks like a second piece from them for me to grab! Well done review as always !
@michaelberke9709
@michaelberke9709 8 сағат бұрын
Just received this exact watch and so far very happy with it. I’ve never had to use an OTF adjustment clasp so don’t miss it. I found the Cronos bracelet and indecies to be better GS clomage details then the SM version.
@billcore6295
@billcore6295 16 күн бұрын
I own a GS Snowflake and Rolex cannot compete with it. The polishing is on par with my VC56. good video and nice watch, definitely a good choice 😊😊😊😊
@HollyGrosvenor
@HollyGrosvenor 16 күн бұрын
Really enjoyed your review Gasry I had already ordered this watch before I saw your review. Looks like I made the right decision to buy.Keep on making your great videos. 👍👍👍👍👍
@garethhanna9173
@garethhanna9173 16 күн бұрын
I have the Cronos Pepsi GMT and BB 37mm, which are both fantastic. This looks like a must have.
@tylersuhie7738
@tylersuhie7738 15 күн бұрын
Very nice review, loving the up close macro shots to show the build quality, but noticed the male end links so was wondering what is the effective lug to lug? Still looks like it turns down a lot so still very wearable-looking
@Ian-dd5dm
@Ian-dd5dm 16 күн бұрын
Hi I have been on a waiting list for an ExplorerII for ages, to the point I just decided to buy a similar style but lot cheaper GMT. As soon as I see this I pulled the trigger, I prefer the branding San Martin says Sun Tan lotion to me.
@JPLewcun
@JPLewcun 16 күн бұрын
Very nice, I need this nh34 gmt, love the dial texture and finishing
@WATCH-4U
@WATCH-4U 16 күн бұрын
This is a beauty !!! Great review of San Martins rival...Gary 😁
@ilikewatches
@ilikewatches 16 күн бұрын
I’ll be making a side by side soon
@leonardkoh6926
@leonardkoh6926 16 күн бұрын
I really loves the hands. I was hoping san Martin make hands like this. The only let down is the clasp. Hope the upgrade the clasp in future and comes out with more dial choice
@gs8287
@gs8287 15 күн бұрын
How good is that macro lens. 😮 superb work Mr Gary
@ilikewatches
@ilikewatches 15 күн бұрын
Thank you….lighting is everything, the macro lense is a cheap one from Amazon
@KuPaPr0
@KuPaPr0 16 күн бұрын
As always, nice video! I have the SM version of this watch and I will say that the hands and bracelet look better on Cronos, especially the red GMT hand, but the dial looks more natural on SM. If I could choose again, I would probably choose Cronos, but the SM is still a great watch.
@gregcarterfineart
@gregcarterfineart 16 күн бұрын
So just as good as SM, for all practical purposes. Only reason I'd still stick with San Martin is I prefer their applied logo at 12. Cronos has made a fantastic watch here otherwise, as honestly I would have expected them to do. Certainly in terms of quality, it could be easily said a top three or four brand on Ali! Great review as always, Gary!
@stevenaston249
@stevenaston249 16 күн бұрын
I have a Cronos BB54, it's a great watch, the quality is superb
@chrisdavis8399
@chrisdavis8399 16 күн бұрын
If this was a 3 hander (preferably purple! 😊) I’d be all over it. Love Cronos as a brand and especially their bracelets. Their customer service is much better than SM as well. San Martin needs to be called out waaaay more for lacklustre service. Well done Gary.
@webgio27
@webgio27 16 күн бұрын
How’s the quality of the metal edges? Are there any rough edges? How comfortable is it?
@dondayrit3464
@dondayrit3464 16 күн бұрын
Wow! I own a mistflake and this is just superb.
@brettsanders2102
@brettsanders2102 16 күн бұрын
Nice looking watch but is it me, or is the applied 12 o'clock marker misaligned with the minute track?
@jaesounglee7396
@jaesounglee7396 16 күн бұрын
Much better brand name and logo in comparison to San Martin.
@michaelhorn8962
@michaelhorn8962 16 күн бұрын
I HATE the San Martin hexagon!
@jaesounglee7396
@jaesounglee7396 16 күн бұрын
@michaelhorn8962 yeah it is like a Hiphop graffiti logo lol
@spikefcast1892
@spikefcast1892 7 күн бұрын
Got it in black . Amazing rendering. Also Very nice on a flat black leather strap. For such price quite stunning. I have a gs sbgv005 , sbgt 035 and 37. The bracelet is quite as comfy with nice rounded edges. The only cons is the nh34, would have the hibeat 9085 instead and paid easily 200€ more. I agree , with Swiss made on the dial …. Look at the hands, case , bezel finishing… just a bargain 👍
@brianmsahin
@brianmsahin 16 күн бұрын
That is a very very very very nice watch Gary ! And Cronos, a mythological Greek Titan who is connected to seasons and time is a brilliant watch brand name. I was always surprised some big company didn't take that generations ago. Of course Cronos is said to be responsible for removing Uranus's gonads for some reason so maybe that was a factor. Greek mythology aside, that's one of the best GMT's I've seen to date.
@MPiKMS72
@MPiKMS72 16 күн бұрын
Seiko used Cronos as a name or sub brand for some models of their watches. Kind of like how they have seiko 5, King Seikos etc.
@brianmsahin
@brianmsahin 16 күн бұрын
@@MPiKMS72 Really ? Thanks my friend. I didn't know that. We learn something new every day. Much appreciated !👍👍
@brucecoleman7412
@brucecoleman7412 16 күн бұрын
Hi Gary! I may have to seriously consider a Cronos the next time around! I would prefer to see this as 3 hander. I have 3 NH34 watches and I find the GMT function too difficult for me to use. An NH35 with a date, an NH38 without, or a PT5000 would be preferable.
@jacc88888
@jacc88888 16 күн бұрын
Great looking watch. Nice to see a Cronos on the channel as they seem to be in the shadow of San Martin a bit. Guess Cronos spend most of the time making watches for other brands.
@Emaratilfy
@Emaratilfy 16 күн бұрын
Why is it that Cronos can't make a on-the-fly adjustable clasp?
@101lorenzo101
@101lorenzo101 15 күн бұрын
The one they do sell is bulky and does not glide well
@Samuell1124
@Samuell1124 16 күн бұрын
How is the quality of the crystal, does it have good AR?
@joemyers9893
@joemyers9893 16 күн бұрын
Great video Gary,i love Cronos brand,i have four ot them,this one could be number five,stunning looking watch.
@ilikewatches
@ilikewatches 16 күн бұрын
Wow….but yes their quality and value is undeniable
@joemyers9893
@joemyers9893 13 күн бұрын
Hi Gary,will you be getting the new Cronos Skyline in for review or unboxing,its a take on Christopher Ward Twelve,it's looks fantastic.
@jondevlin4187
@jondevlin4187 12 күн бұрын
When do you think the true gmt myota movement will be available to Aliexpress brands. I got a Phylisa GMT and love it.
@richardtreem864
@richardtreem864 16 күн бұрын
It’s a beautiful watch! I just wish they used the miyota 9075 GMT instead. I know the price would be a bit higher but still worth it. I own watches with both movements and the miyota is definitely higher end.
@chrisdickman7080
@chrisdickman7080 16 күн бұрын
Definitely prefer the hand set to anything on a san martin. I wish they would do dauphine hands
@dans3256
@dans3256 16 күн бұрын
Nice pictures and great quality in the review…. I love a good GMT but everyone is stuck using a black or white dials, but at least this one does not have a boring two tone bezel.. Maybe Erebus can show them how to use color 😊
@nikc1313
@nikc1313 16 күн бұрын
I already have the aventurine san martin but if i was buying again i'd probably go with the chronos. They look evenely matched in finishing but i prefer the chronos logo and extra facets on the bracelet.
@erickruse4679
@erickruse4679 14 күн бұрын
gorgeous, first time i've said that about an ali express watch. I'd buy that at 42mm...for my 8 inch wrist.
@laurencehogg6010
@laurencehogg6010 16 күн бұрын
Lovely watch and photography. Are the hands darker/gunmetal or are they silver like the SM? Had to sell my SM version as I couldn't read it without my specs. Not that I'm getting old or anything...
@ilikewatches
@ilikewatches 16 күн бұрын
Silver I think, didn’t notice them being darker
@aeh3486
@aeh3486 16 күн бұрын
Nice to see San Martin has competition. Overall I still prefer the SM as its dial looks nicer but I like the handset and bracelet facets although the SM female end links and on the fly clasp are good to have
@robertblackstock6866
@robertblackstock6866 14 күн бұрын
Beautiful watch....I think I'm going to get one
@exparte
@exparte 14 күн бұрын
I noticed the 12 o’clock index and the 12 o’clock on the chapter ring don’t align. I ordered this watch after watching your review. The photos on AliExpress of both colors also show the issue. Is this the angle or is the 12 misaligned?
@johndesmond1987
@johndesmond1987 9 күн бұрын
So for sure there is shortly going to be a comparison video with its San Martin equivalent, right?
@KlvnEel
@KlvnEel 14 күн бұрын
I have my SM on the way already. If i hadn't, this would be a strong competitor at $70 CAD less than the SM. The indices, hands and case look fantastic. I do prefer the dial texture and applied logo on the SM - it just looks far more premium. But my biggest gripe with the Chronos would be the lack of bracelet taper and otf adjustment. I'll take those two features and compromise on the flashy polished center links any day.
@tomfox2271
@tomfox2271 16 күн бұрын
Ordered! Thats a bonkers price of £138. I've gone for this over the SM as I think the Cronos branding is way nicer and the hands look better, its also thinner isn't it?
@aviator_bryan
@aviator_bryan 4 күн бұрын
What about replacing the clasp only, with a micro adjust version on Ali Express? is the clasp also 20mm?
@timcheeseman2956
@timcheeseman2956 16 күн бұрын
Cronos are one of those brands where I find myself admiring practically all of their designs; this one looks great, the steel bezel and white dial are very complementary
@jamied931
@jamied931 16 күн бұрын
Just get the san martin
@SenerS10
@SenerS10 8 күн бұрын
Recently I bought one Cronos but they had a GMT hand alignment problem. NH34 model.
@brianmurphy8154
@brianmurphy8154 16 күн бұрын
The release of the NH34 sent watch brands into a frenzy. We now have a saturated market of GMT's, most of which would be better off as a traditional 3 hander...
@michaelhorn8962
@michaelhorn8962 16 күн бұрын
Agreed. I own just one GMT. It's more than enough.
@CoolWatchesOnly
@CoolWatchesOnly 16 күн бұрын
Clean lines, still think the sm is better finished but for the price is awesome
@adk7962
@adk7962 16 күн бұрын
Very nice. I’m hoping they can get back to their old form. Their new AP Royal Oak (L6028) Homage also looks pretty nice. Thanks for showing us the watch!
@dungbuithanh9147
@dungbuithanh9147 15 күн бұрын
I think Cronos L6028M look like Zenith skyline with dial pattern like CW the twelve and screw on bezel like Hublot. Hope it will be reviewed soon, especially the white dial ones. If Cronos could see this comment, please try to modify by rotating bezel 30 degree and moving date window to 6 o'clock position. It may look better (just maybe)
@adk7962
@adk7962 15 күн бұрын
@@dungbuithanh9147Yup you’re right. After I posted it, I realized it looked more like the Zenith. 👍🏼
@richardt5472
@richardt5472 16 күн бұрын
The 12 o’clock indice looks misaligned
@joostkiefte7683
@joostkiefte7683 14 күн бұрын
Yep, spotted that too.....
@exparte
@exparte 14 күн бұрын
I ordered this watch after watching the video and noticed that as well after I placed my order. The photos on the AliExpress store also show this issue for both colors. I’m hoping it’s just the angle.
@exparte
@exparte 2 күн бұрын
It wasn’t the angle. I received it and mine is worse than the review video.
@ulig12
@ulig12 15 күн бұрын
looks definitely better than San Martin‘s version. Especially with the more interesting bracelet and the less bulky bezel.
@a7128
@a7128 10 күн бұрын
we need a San Martin homage brand and then a homage brand for that brand. Who will make the first mudmaster reverso?
@Bedrock1966
@Bedrock1966 14 күн бұрын
That is a fine looking watch.
@chenkuangyap
@chenkuangyap 16 күн бұрын
Not a bad looking watch. Would like to see some strap options
@alexsdg3441
@alexsdg3441 16 күн бұрын
super nice looking watch. Awesome finish, but without "on the fly clasp", still it can not compete with San Martin, unfortunately....
@craigclark5845
@craigclark5845 13 күн бұрын
I just ordered one of these
@L.A.C_Santos
@L.A.C_Santos 16 күн бұрын
Did you ever review Cronos version of the Bathyscaphe? Seems to me they didn’t sell it. And it’s a a beauty, but no videos of it, no reviews.
@EricZ726
@EricZ726 16 күн бұрын
I would take this over SM. Solely because of the logo alone.
@markdrummond7
@markdrummond7 16 күн бұрын
The hands on the Rimalti are even nicer. Capped second hand.
@luppino1965
@luppino1965 16 күн бұрын
That looks amazing .. hope they make a normal version without the GMT.. I think it would fly off the shelves..👌 And Cronos as a name sounds better than San Martin.. imo 😊
@Mabbs079
@Mabbs079 16 күн бұрын
What a beauty. What a bargain!
@dunderhay9169
@dunderhay9169 16 күн бұрын
It certainly looks very well made, and as you say, one look at the dial confirms it isn't the same as SM. The dial looks less plastic and more like pressure formed metal, I like it. They would have made the Academic beautifully ☹️. Excellent macro as always 👍
@TheProco2020
@TheProco2020 15 күн бұрын
link doesn’t work for me, does it for anyone else?
@dunderhay9169
@dunderhay9169 15 күн бұрын
​@@TheProco2020Works for me 👍
@TheProco2020
@TheProco2020 15 күн бұрын
I think it’s because I’m hotspotting on my iPad. Will try when on Wi-Fi
@101lorenzo101
@101lorenzo101 15 күн бұрын
Hi Gary, I have recently sold my San Martin because I couldn’t read the time. It was beautiful but I want to see what time it is too. Is the Cronos better in this ?
@ilikewatches
@ilikewatches 15 күн бұрын
A little but it’s the colour of the dial with silver hands that’s the issue I think
@CG-ql5rr
@CG-ql5rr 14 күн бұрын
Garry,i do prefer this clasps over the miles long Sm, and the hands
@andyc7724
@andyc7724 16 күн бұрын
I have the San Martin version on order right now, and I don't regret that choice. The dial on this one looks like wrinkled skin to me, it's actually quite creepy.
@keekaleikai
@keekaleikai 16 күн бұрын
Veiny
@timcheeseman2956
@timcheeseman2956 16 күн бұрын
​@@keekaleikai the horological version of a snickers bar 😆
@keekaleikai
@keekaleikai 16 күн бұрын
@@timcheeseman2956 yeah .. a Snickers bar was what I thought too ..
@drebarthelotte5712
@drebarthelotte5712 16 күн бұрын
Nice watch.
@jimron9008
@jimron9008 16 күн бұрын
beautiful watch no doubt. The on -the-fly adjustment clasp is not something that should be a standard. I disagree. Regardless of the fact that u can micro-adjust the length of the bracelet without a tool, u still may not get the perfect fit because its not guaranteed that the link will not be in the first or last adjustment position. u need it to be somewhere in the middle and in order to achieve that every time u need a........ half-link!
@cedarcanoe
@cedarcanoe 16 күн бұрын
5:53 your video editing is gettimg awsome Gary ! Very nice watch, thanks for the video.
@ilikewatches
@ilikewatches 16 күн бұрын
Thank you, I put a lot of effort into the visuals and I appreciate it when people notice. 👏
@andrewquick1609
@andrewquick1609 16 күн бұрын
Cronos have done a good job of separating me from my hard earned cash over the years. You're right though, they are much quieter than the other Ali big hitters. Did you ever get the 2k diver back from the hydraulic press guys?
@timfit33
@timfit33 16 күн бұрын
I really wish they had made this as a standard 3 hand and not a GMT. That really would have separated it from the San Martin version. That being said, i am sure it will sell very well as it is.
@Trex100
@Trex100 16 күн бұрын
Looks sweet
@mk84142
@mk84142 16 күн бұрын
Didnt realise you had influence on the brand name. Thats cool. Dont really like this dial but keeping an eye on cronos. I heard their pepsi bezel watch is amazing, possibly better than SM is what I hear.
@ilikewatches
@ilikewatches 16 күн бұрын
Yup, the whole process took months and used my viewers at every stage. Was proud to be able involved and we had some incredible input from viewers
@kevinleyva3003
@kevinleyva3003 16 күн бұрын
I do prefer the handset on this Cronos over the San Martin version.
@aethelwulfwarlord1475
@aethelwulfwarlord1475 16 күн бұрын
Not sure on the fat hour/thin minute hand combo (but love the red GMT), but if they release a blue plain bezel 3 hander, ill be all over this
@carrow2250
@carrow2250 3 күн бұрын
The dial is different?
@bigwangmark
@bigwangmark 16 күн бұрын
Nice watch. My only issue is the watch looks too good for a base model seiko movement. Wish they would offer at least the chinese ETA clone movement as an option or better still the swiss eta clones.
@WatchesOnWood
@WatchesOnWood 16 күн бұрын
1:29 talking of things that have gone quiet recently - when can we expect something from you and James - doesn't have to be the design of a new watch, it was just good seeing your chemistry on screen. Would be nice seeing some conversational style videos like what Bruce Williams is doing at the moment
@ilikewatches
@ilikewatches 16 күн бұрын
We shut the brand down, I got to experience the process. Will be making another video with Simon soon though
@WatchesOnWood
@WatchesOnWood 16 күн бұрын
@@ilikewatches ah, never realised it was brought to a hard end, just assume lives got busy. Is Simon the partner on Ceedow watches?
@tynchytemper9618
@tynchytemper9618 14 күн бұрын
I have the SM version and this appears a lot more legible
@kingcold7138
@kingcold7138 12 күн бұрын
How does the bracelet feel? Sharp edges?
@spikefcast1892
@spikefcast1892 7 күн бұрын
Absolutely not, rounded edge. Already have 3 gs (sbgt), quite same smooth wearing experience. This thing is crazy for such low price. Got it in black
@LiamO751
@LiamO751 12 күн бұрын
I understand Cronos have an EU store. Can you help with the url address please? Thanks.
@tonyhogwood4737
@tonyhogwood4737 16 күн бұрын
Nice watch just bought it for £141 from AliExpress
@nozydog771
@nozydog771 6 күн бұрын
Is there a non gmt version? I can’t even find the new San Martin non gmt version on Ali or SM website!
@rawz05
@rawz05 16 күн бұрын
A San Martin homage… I’ve seen it all now.
@aethelwulfwarlord1475
@aethelwulfwarlord1475 16 күн бұрын
It's an evolution 9 homage.
@wingi7722
@wingi7722 16 күн бұрын
I have a Cronos GMT and it is impeccable. Unfortunately it's way too small for me to appreciate the fine details and so I don't wear it.
@scwarzewaffe85
@scwarzewaffe85 16 күн бұрын
I love the chronos. However , when are we going to see the submariner vs water ghost vid ? The suspense is killing me.
@howardmckenna
@howardmckenna 16 күн бұрын
Part of what puts me off Ali-brands is Chinglish names. I could rock a Chronos.
@spx1416
@spx1416 16 күн бұрын
such a shame its so small, it's a stunning looking watch
@InGratitudeIam
@InGratitudeIam 16 күн бұрын
You've taken some great footage, Gary! Unless you buy directly from Cronos, they will not service your watch or resolve any issues with their watch. You have to go to the seller.
@ilikewatches
@ilikewatches 16 күн бұрын
I tend use the Official stores
@user-yj1pv1yz3b
@user-yj1pv1yz3b 16 күн бұрын
Same for Pagani 😢
@chekiechekie
@chekiechekie 16 күн бұрын
I think the box crystal looks a bit out of place, cos it makes the bezel look narrow
@billgrisenthwaite3874
@billgrisenthwaite3874 16 күн бұрын
I think I prefer this to the San Martin. The on the fly adjustment does'nt really bother me ,mind you I have'nt actually tried it so maybe I don't know what I'm missing lol
@gilbertoflores7397
@gilbertoflores7397 16 күн бұрын
The adjustable clasps can be a bit bulky. But if you can get a good fit with all those micro adjusts, it should be fine.
@ilikewatches
@ilikewatches 16 күн бұрын
Plenty of micro adjustments so should be fine..
@AlexanderB.
@AlexanderB. 16 күн бұрын
Somehow the watch case seems slimmer and less bulky than the one San Martin use.
@gregtolley3455
@gregtolley3455 16 күн бұрын
They should have at least used a non red gmt hand, yellow would look great and provide at lease a bit of difference.
@user-kx5sz6bx4u
@user-kx5sz6bx4u 16 күн бұрын
Ho il GMT master di questa azienda mosso da Hangzhou 6460...non esagero se affermo che é di una precisione impressionante sia sul polso sia sul Watch winder. Questo che presenti é magnifico, peccato che abbia già preso il san Martin con quadrante avventurina, orologio meraviglioso ma, al quale a mio giudizio manca 1,5 mm di diametro per essere perfetto. Comunque é palese che i prodotti sono realizzati dalla medesima mano (fabbrica). Attendo qualche altra novità di Kronos marchio che seguo con attenzione perché lo merita
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