Doxa Sub 300 Professional - A cult classic

[@claytonchamberlain2783]

I wore my 300 shark hunter on the day of my wedding. I figured that as I get ready for the biggest adventure of my life I should wear a great adventure watch. It’s probably the only true keeper I have now.

[@BruceWilliams]

I love to hear things like this

[@moriahmolotovschroeder-hug5632]

but your wife's pissed to hear that...

[@rafapazos06]

Hat's off to you sir.

[@Dreamkeeper01]

I came across your chanel this year and I have been enjoying going through your back catalogue videos. Always very thoughtful and interesting content. Typically I wear Panerai, Rolex, JLC, Omega, but now I have learnt more on Doxa history, I have just ordered a Sub 300 professional so thanks for the heads up! Best wishes from the 🇬🇧

[@timfenrich5328]

Now start reading Clive Cussler novels and your life will be complete. Great watch that harkens back to when diving was a “man’s” game. I’ve got an Aquastar Seatime with similar dimensions. Great acquisition Bruce!

[@BruceWilliams]

tim fenrich I need to!

[@dbrown2264]

Nice review. As of March 19, 2020 Doxa finally has the Sub 300T back in stock, just ordered mine. Update: got the new Sub 300T and it has a fully milled clasp with a micro adjustable sliding dive extension. Plus screw in bracelet pins. So even better than before.

[@HamishCarpenter]

D Brown I am ready to order one but I have small wrists. Could you please share your wrist size? Thank you

[@WatchGeek]

A beautiful watch and an excellent review as usual. I have a vintage dressy Doxa and love it.

[@edwardcrater3591]

Welcome to the club. Bro, this reissue is phenomenal.

[@thomasshaw4173]

Now that is a true dive watch. I am one of the lucky people to pick up this reissue. I don't dive, however, I wear mine sailing. Excellent tool watch that is tough and durable. Let's not forget it's good looks.

[@Broccoli_Buns]

Beautiful looking diver, the beads of rice are sharp as hell.

[@tantainguyen3678]

In vietnam.Doxa does have a strong influence . Because of the retail stores and advertisements. I have seen doxa subs in person , vintage kind of feel . They also sell other models which are dressy style , i do love it. The price is expensive. You have earned yourself a unique watch . Orange dial is crazy and catch people's eyes lol

[@BruceWilliams]

Tan Tai Nguyen that is awesome!

[@tantainguyen3678]

Bruce Williams well they have been gaining popular recently . If you want any models i will go to store and take a pic for you lol i cant afford one with my situation haha

[@BruceWilliams]

Very kind of you to offer

[@drwindsurf]

Thank you Bruce. I really like the way you matched your and the original's advertising in the intro. Nice :) It is weird to me that the Doxa looks big to my but it is basically the same size as my Turtle. Congratulations on getting one of your grails :)

[@BruceWilliams]

Jeffrey Wood thanks brother!

[@situation_zero]

Great watch. Makes me want Seiko to release an orange Turtle.

[@BruceWilliams]

GEARY I would love that

[@Bobsbargainbasement]

Man that is one sweet Dive Watch Bruce! It is a Grail piece for me , I know it has that cool Orange dial but I’m Green with Envy! 😂😂😂 Good one Bro!

[@BruceWilliams]

A green Doxa would be sweet haha

[@soap.333]

I love this watch. So much so I got the carbon model in orange. It’s such a joy to have it on my wrist!! You should review the carbon models sometime soon Bruce. It’d be great!

[@canonlon311]

Man what a great watch. I'll have to due with my orange Monster for now. Congrats. A keeper!

[@mikethebike67]

Very cool watch Bruce! It's right up there with the sbdx001 in my book. I have always wanted a Doxa with an orange dial.

[@BruceWilliams]

I may be rebuying that soon- well the 017 version

[@conradw9229]

I was fortunate to get one of the first re-issue 300T Doxa as a wedding gift. I love it and cherish it. There is a special feeling by returning to the original dive roots of a true dive watches. This is the original orange dive watch. It is as cool today as it was in the 1960's. Isn't that what a vintage re-issue is all about?

[@BruceWilliams]

You said it

[@philipsdefreville6138]

Very cool Bruce! I have a second gen. Sharkhunter with US divers logo, head only, that is post 1967, with the mineral glass crystal from late 60's early 70's, sailboat caseback. I'm surprised the bracelet is not tapered on your watch. The original bracelets are very cool, but usually heavily stretched. Definitely a collectable watch, new or vintage. You will love a vintage one as well!

[@BruceWilliams]

philips defreville that is awesome!

[@Ed-ig7fj]

I just found this review now, in 2021. Good stuff. You are right about collecting Doxas. I started with an orange Sub 750T, and was later offered a limited edition yellow Divingstar with GMT. That's great, too. Now I am considering something in blue. Oh, I had trouble adjusting the band on the orange one, so I put it on an orange Nato strap: it's a killer combination! People at the gym are always asking me about it. Good luck--Old Guy

[@Badastro59]

Great video, I own the T 1000. The bracelet is sublime, it's such an interesting and Beautiful watch and with the connection to Jacques Cousteau

[@robertspinks835]

Great watch will definitely be looking at a doxa for my collection in the future keep up the great work Bruce 👍

[@mb-watches]

True to it’s original roots, a beautiful watch and a great review, wear it in good health 👍🏻🙏🏻

[@elarson312]

That watch is a mechanical work of art. It is a well engineered time piece where the design has withstood the test of time and all of the various parts of the watch have been well thought out. Great purchase and thanks for the review!

[@BruceWilliams]

Your welcome, great comment

[@elarson312]

Bruce Williams 50 years later and that watch design still looks fresh and is at current popular dimensions. I would never part with this watch. I watched your video again and what's amazing is how ahead of its time this design was and is from the lume to the dial color. This could be a one watch collection.

[@Torturro100]

Stamped clasp, no helium valve , no drilled lugs, too bending glass - making dial looks small... and price. no - its not a work of art. Its a work of marketing and rich history. I want one - bot I know it flows.

[@jamesc7720]

I own this one too. Number 291/300. Amazing piece and great vid!

[@BruceWilliams]

James C congrats! I’ve got 61. I guess the ‘black lung’ version sold out in 3 days!

[@jamesc7720]

Bruce Williams yes, I passed on it. I didn’t like the ugly logo. Our model has a much cleaner dial. I prefer it.

[@Tonyip83]

Beautiful, a true tool watch, I love the old school watch cases and that boxed crystal! Love to see a comparison with the Seiko SRP's even tho they're not that same price range but are kinda of that era. Love ur bids keep it up

[@BruceWilliams]

Tony Yip thanks Tony. I’d love to do some Seiko compares in the future, thanks for the idea!

[@jasonwilson7674]

First saw this watch on the film 'sahara' stunning, loving that bracelet, thanks for the review 👍

[@BruceWilliams]

Thats right! It was in the movie wasn't it

[@jasonwilson7674]

Bruce Williams what I truly love about these Doxa watches is that you just don't see people wearing them, quite rare

[@Torturro100]

The same bracelet one may have for 50 bucks on Ali, a bought one.

[@fanfei20]

If you don't like the clasp (like me), you may wanna try the V clasp from Strapcode. I switched out mine for a Yobokies 20/18mm beads of rice with a 18mm Strapcode V clasp. Wears much more comfortable and and the push button release is also much easier on my thumb.

[@BruceWilliams]

Good to know, thanks Arthur!

[@satoshinakamoto3890]

Very nice watch, first watch I used for diving was an orange dial Seiko and it gets more attention than my Seadweller.

[@hanknova7771]

That bracelet seems more at home on a dress watch. That is a very interesting watch. It looks bulletproof

[@BruceWilliams]

hanknova7771 it’s different isn’t it. Does it look like a product of the 1960s to you?

[@hanknova7771]

Bruce Williams I think the design is extremely interesting. That case is awesome. Yes, it has a retro look, but it's subtle enough to not look hyper-trendy. It's a classic, bold design.

[@masqueman01]

I’ve seen one in person. It’s a stunner

[@sifu61]

Great video Bruce, love my doxas.

[@jasonwb6884]

Great review bruce. Keep up the good work. That's a keeper.

[@BruceWilliams]

Thank you

[@rhl2macwan]

Love it.. specially the quality of the video

[@danielfernandez5721]

This is one of my grails. Im a huge fan of diving watches, specially chunky ones. The only thing that i would change is the hour hand, im not a huge fan of that.

[@frankschroth4038]

Hello Bruce, one question, I've a 1200T professional and my dial is more an orange,orange whereas yours seems to be more of an red orange. Is that true or is that just in videos. Thanks for the answer. Frank S.

[@wick-trimmer1980]

Very nice Bruce thanks for sharing

[@satvinderbasran2273]

Excellent Reviews please keep up the great work !

[@Slammintone]

Love these forever. Need one. They really out Bond my Rolex Sub IMO. Reminds me of the Breitling Top Time seen in Thunderball. A real purposeful looking dive watch.

[@Ramblin_Man]

Good honest review. A fantastic piece. Enjoy!

[@BruceWilliams]

Thank you Andy

[@leonardocozza3140]

nice video! Do you think it would fit properly a 15 cm/5.9 inches wrist or it's too big? thanks!

[@wingi7722]

Is that a cat I can hear purring in the background? Nice macro shots and On the wrist shots. I'd love to see a review of the Sub 200 T-Graph. Seriously thinking of buying one...

[@j.vanguard4654]

You sold this watch too, right Bruce. Great watch. 👍

[@aaronlong81]

Us owners cherish and wear this piece.

[@fringefringe7282]

So why did you sell it?

[@WuBloodKin09]

Beautiful watch, great review...thanks!

[@simonmenges4006]

My favorite watch brand. I have the Shark Hunter. Unfortunately, I missed out on this one.

[@jasonwilson7674]

Bruce, do you still have this watch? I'm thinking of buying one

[@markanthonyrubino2016]

Hi Bruce, thanks for the review.. really love the doxa line. How do u find the comfort of the case back? I found like on the Squale 1521 the discomfort of raised case back was noticeable for me.

[@BruceWilliams]

I haven't noticed any discomfort. Now I will be on the look out haha

[@johnsweeney5946]

Should have COSC on the dial..A certified chronometer movement would be a selling point.

[@sadaka201]

Another good one! A friend of me has one...

[@federicopedata2950]

So you prefer the 300 normal than 300T ? This is chronometer

[@michaeltihon3485]

Awesome piece indeed and as always, super great review :)

[@jamesgarthur4897]

Love it Bruce.

[@NbgdStyler63]

Stunning ! is it available somewhere?

[@ripperx444]

I love these Doxa watches but their clasps can be better! I still went ahead and ordered this just different color as I cannot pull off orange. I have to edit my comment! So first let me get this straight? The Doxa shown in this video is a recreation of the original 1967 model? The one i purchased from their site is the 300T conquestedor without the helium valve but on the back it says 1969-2019! So am i right to say that this model in the video is a perfect recitation and the one I have is just a nod to the original? If so then where is the helium escape valve in both this one in video and mine? So the clasp on mind is the updated one from the 1500T with the nice adjustment.

[@MindBodySoul33]

Keep pumping out the solid content, Bruce. Your audio is superior. Great “review voice”! Are you ready to scratch that “flip itch”? I’m happy to oblige on this piece. Thanks!

[@vonn158]

I’ve acquired the “black lung” reissue in orange...

[@duke7888]

Hi Bruce, there is no retail store in Europe according to Doxa. Everybody buying online before seeing the timepiece on their wrist? I really dig the Sub 300t searambler, but also quite sceptical buying it online without seeing it first. What are your thoughts on this? Cheers

[@BruceWilliams]

I understand your sentiment. Unfortunately its something we do sometimes as watch fans with these smaller brands

[@duke7888]

@@BruceWilliams Thanks for your reply.

[@stevenuk]

nice review.. would look good on an orange rubber dive strap also.

[@BruceWilliams]

Defintiely

[@markroberts5507]

Superb timepiece.....!!

[@Tim0909]

I love the orange, second hand and the text :) very beautiful watch. Would this be a serious contender versing a samurai or turtle re-issue? Great review as always loving the micro shots!

[@BruceWilliams]

I would love to compare this to a similarly priced MM300

[@paredair]

Hi Bruce - really love this piece, nice vid. I'm just curious - did you pick it up new or pre-owned? I'm just wondering how to go about picking one up.

[@BruceWilliams]

I went pre owned because the proffesional (orange dial) is all sold out

[@paredair]

Bruce Williams ah yes pre-owned is my preferred option with anything other than seiko really.

[@topwatchvideos9220]

What a great watch!

[@khronokraze]

Congrats, Bruce! Lovely piece. Very lucky to be one of the few 300. Thanks for the video and a closer look at this DOXA. BTW, was DOXA the first to have the beads of rice style bracelet? I want to say yes, but I'm not 100% sure.

[@BruceWilliams]

I believe so

[@johnklonaris9136]

Brilliant love this !!

[@Bama_Law]

Does anyone know if docs uses the eta top grade movts or elabore? I know some use the A10, but they also use eta 2824-2

[@t-murdock]

Excellent review

[@stevegarrett4869]

that is a really cool watch, it does have a retro vibe that is cool, kinda james bondish, maybe something warm by decaprio in the movie catch me if you can, during those 60's settings in the movie.

[@off-roadingcars]

You sold this one too??

[@bmcpaul]

I know this is an old post and I love your stuff, but that is not a 1:1 remake. Look at the picture of the original and then at your watch - the one you are holding shows the dive table in feet of seawater; the original (and current, non LE edition) has the bezel table in meters.

[@Lee_K_5555]

Yeah, I've flirted with the idea of getting a Doxa in the past, as I'm a sucker for an orange dial diver watch. Your video isn't helping my will power any, Bruce, Doxa is a cool brand, this is a cool watch, and it is a refreshing change from the other Swiss brands that dominate the industry and the community.

[@BruceWilliams]

Lee K resistance is futile

[@nickg2954]

Great review!! Very bad ass piece

[@alanmentzer8756]

Great review! Thanks!

[@rafapazos06]

I love it and wish for it to fit my wrist. Thay said, yo does it look huge!

[@FitOutPost]

I wish I could share your excitement about this watch. The only thing I like about it is its bracelet.

[@BruceWilliams]

Its not for most!

[@jameswong6590]

No lume pip?

[@MrVitamincpp]

love it

[@zbyramji]

What is the difference between this and the current Sub300T?

[@m.kennedy1128]

The 300 has a boxed sapphire, COSC movement, slightly longer lug to lug length and bit thinner bracelet than what is found on the 300T.

[@traquakuppler]

Really cool

[@RandomRobReviews]

Doxa is the best.

[@BruceWilliams]

Random Rob seriously

[@wylanbernitt8866]

I am interested if youd ever consider selling

[@ramzey189]

Dude 4:52 with the finger through the beads of rice...my god!

[@DMBVR4]

Aqua-sitions.... pun right off the bat? 😎

[@BruceWilliams]

Matt McLoughlin LOL!

[@23macca23]

I had one of these a few years back, loved the watch, BUT, Doxa doesn't print the numbers on the bezel deep enough for the paint to stay in. You'll find over time, you'll get paint drop out of the numbers on the bezel which cheapens the look of the watch, hence why I ended up selling mine. If you google it or look on the Doxa discussion on watchuseek you'll see this, with tutorials of how to fill in the paint drop out. For a watch at this price range, that shouldn't be happening.

[@BruceWilliams]

I see that on vintage models

[@this-is-not-a-channel-]

Now I wonder which came first, this Doxa or Scooba Dood?

[@Michael-4]

I bought one and love it. I thought for what it is though, it's over priced. Would certainly not get another new.

[@theoneandonly7213]

Time for a SOTC, Bruce.

[@timothymckay7924]

Looks like it could stop a bullet!

[@BruceWilliams]

Timothy McKay it’s a serious watch for sure

[@marcgoldbergdogtrainer]

Call me when you wanna flip it!!

[@BruceWilliams]

You got it

[@samuelball8775]

Shouldn't be too long hehe ;)

[@BruceWilliams]

We shall see lol

[@samuelball8775]

Bruce Williams if you dont flip we don't get content so no complaints here 👍 I quite liked that Breitling Aerospace you recently had too (got me looking at them ;). I can see why you flipped it for this though. Something unique in this watch.

[@keeferdog5617]

Dig it!

[@jsnyder0512]

Please reduce that bracelet tapper to the lug width, please!

[@NbgdStyler63]

Same like sub 1200t just glass is different...

[@Khanh.Nguyen369]

I agree the clasp doesn’t fit the rest of the build quality.

[@drbobsnightmare2521]

Can you get a modern recreation as a birth year watch? Or does it have to be old and road worn like me? I'd say decrepit, but I don't want a decrepit watch.

[@heljestrand]

Shame the Aerospace had to go but this is a very cool watch Bruce. The fact that you already have Goldberg on the hook to to take it off your hands is comforting. Time for a SOTC vid and whats on your radar for 2018...or did I miss that one? Oh...and stop enabling McMahon by saying his new purple watch with integrated bracelet is cool.

[@BruceWilliams]

I never do STOC cause I have so much turnover. Plus people get huffy and puffy sometimes when they find out you sold a watch they like. And the transocean is cool!!

[@heljestrand]

I prefer McMahon in a constant state of anxiety over his watches. Makes for better viewing. I predict the Purple watch is on eBay by March. I’m joking of course, it’s my “art”.

[@samuelball8775]

M Edmond the Transocean is quite a nice watch. I think it actually looks better in Jeffs video than in pics.

[@Torturro100]

If you wanted to be honest: Safire dome - is bending light/view of the dial - that it makes the dial looks too small - not 1:1 recreation. Eta mechanism - now Selita? shame.... No helium valve.. No drilled lugs... Stampes divers extension - ok you mention it. Lume - not to diving standard.... All in alll - very poorly made watch - for too much money... and we still want it.

[@Poeme340]

So damn coooool.

[@pedrocbdias1]

still don't know what you guys did to Tere hahahaahah

[@BruceWilliams]

Pedro Dias 😈

[@ElCajondePepillo]

Apart from the bracelet that looks awesome, I think I'm the weird one here because, I still don't get the hype!.

[@BruceWilliams]

No worries, a lot of it is the tie in to the history and how it has been used over the years

[@fredo1070]

Looks like a Vostok, lol.

[@shipmate3577]

Doxa is nice, but their prices are absurd for what you get in comparison to other watches these days.

[@BruceWilliams]

Show me an example lol I disagree

[@shipmate3577]

For roughly the same price (~$3,000), you could buy an Omega Seamaster with the co-axial movement(~$3,000), a Sinn U1 with hardened case and super unique look ($2100), a Damasko's DSub with hardened steel case ($2200), Oris Aquis Depth Gauge - which has a depth gauge! (~$2000)... to name a few.