Escapement Time VK64 Chonograph full review

[@SingleTrackMined]

If you are wondering whether you should buy an Escapement Time watch, any model, you should. They are amazing. Amazing

[@EscapeWheel]

Haha, pretty good time to follow.

[@narathzularantheal3602]

I would say that's a biased opinion - if it wasn't for me fully sharing it. I bought two ET's so far, a flieger and the longines homage, and both are terrific watches!

[@SingleTrackMined]

@@EscapeWheel The ET Breguet 5157 homage should be in my anxious little hands any day. I can not wait to see that irl. Might be worth a review?

[@fishlanding]

aha, will CK them out

[@CKT1138]

Psst, the singular of "Indices" is "Index"! Great review and always happy to see Mr. Escapement Time cranking out new watches!

[@JasonTheWatchGuy]

They don't release too many watches a year but damn when they do theyre incredible for the price!

[@EscapeWheel]

They sure are! I was surprised to see three new releases this month from him... Must have been busy in his lockdown time

[@ignaciopadilla5150]

What a beautiful watch. I can't believe I missed this one from Escapement Time, and I'm just watching it right now

[@timefliesby-jleo474]

Furlan Mari who? This is a home run watch right here! Love the movement

[@senny_penny]

A few weeks before Escapement Time, Hruodland was the first to release this design. And I was ready to order it and now I am very glad that I waited a little and ordered ET. Because in details of design ET much better than Hruodland. Also ET has reverse panda dial option. Thanks for your review!

[@EscapeWheel]

I think even Mysterious Code was before them? Either way, I think ET has the best versions available. Hard to beat the price as well

[@senny_penny]

@@EscapeWheel I maybe wrong but Mysterious Code has models with similar design but not exactly the same as ET which in turn is exact copy of Furlan Marri

[@tripreed]

I got the Hruodland version in the rose gold and am glad I went with that one. I prefer the text to the Escapement Time, and also prefer the Bregeut numerals.

[@halfpastblog]

Great looking watch. I know the mismatched sundial hands bothered you but often companies group the chronograph complications by colour, which I find helpful personally. I'm thinking of picking one up but I wish they'd used a movement with a running seconds hand instead of 24hrs.

[@EscapeWheel]

Yup, I knew that (woo hoo) and it makes sense. Doesn't bother me too much, my watch OCD has been a little relaxed since becoming a reviewer.

[@halfpastblog]

@@EscapeWheel Why do you think that is?

[@tims]

That's a strap monster! I love that Florida Man is in the background cutting his grass.

[@EscapeWheel]

Always cutting his grass....always.

[@ondrejzacek9243]

Nice release but a bit too much on the vintage side. Have you noticed the modern looking Red Star Chronograph with the vertical slat-like pattern on the dial with the st1901 movement?

[@EscapeWheel]

Yes, I have . Just one more watch reviewed that one I think. The "bullhead"

[@ondrejzacek9243]

@@EscapeWheel No no not the bullhead.

[@ronb4115]

Looks great. A deep blue would be gorgeous.

[@EscapeWheel]

I think so too!

[@hamburgmusik]

Thanks for the detailed review! The watch is very pretty, maybe a little plain coloringwise. But being a Furlan Marri Hommage, hopefully there are going to be more interesting color combinations in the future. What really bothers me though is the misalignment of the indices at 25 and 55 as well as the four indices touching the subdials not being cut off in right angle according to the subdial border. You might not see that from a distance but I like to look at my watches very closely and this would always bug me.

[@13eastmode]

The Furlan Marri itself is an homage of the Patek 1463 ref, so wouldnt necessarily call it a FM homage.

[@hamburgmusik]

@@13eastmode I get your point. I was using the word "hommage" very loosely. The correct way to put it would be that it's not an hommage at all. It's a copy of an hommage since Escapement Time clearly didn't look at the Patek and went on from there like FM did. Of course, this doesn't touch the actual point I was making.

[@13eastmode]

@@hamburgmusik true, it just bugs me when people mistake the FM for a completely original piece. It had nothing to do with your point 👍🏻

[@Eramsay121]

@@13eastmode Furlan Marri is like some kind of social experiment geared toward tricking watch influencers into hyping an aliexpress homage watch with good branding/marketing. I wouldn't be surprised if FM and ET watches were made in the same factory.

[@13eastmode]

@@Eramsay121 my thoughts precisely. I dont doubt the quality of their product, but their real strength is definitely marketing.

[@cynicalwatchreviews]

Glad to see you coming around to the Milanese mesh!

[@EscapeWheel]

🤣. I'm getting there...

[@borilia]

Hello and thanks for the great review. I wonder what king of color are the subdials and are the shiny and contrasting a lot in relation to the main dial? And if you have seen the reverse panda in real life - what is the situation with the color of the sub dials there. Thans in advance!

[@EscapeWheel]

Sorry for not mentioning it in the review. The video is very true to life, though. Glossy white dial, but the subdials are very light silver in color with a slight sunburst due to the concentric rings. It looks really good IRL. I haven't seen the black dial sadly

[@williamb8764]

That is one cool, vintage-looking bicompax. Love it !

[@EscapeWheel]

Agreed, it's so cool looking. I love it

[@mobashirmohammad5953]

Comparisons with furlan marri? Given that they both rock the same movement, what’s the benefit of going the more expensive furlan?

[@EscapeWheel]

Not unless you know of someone willing to loan one out. Benefit is, I'm hoping, better fit and finish, better box, warranty, QC, strap, and after sale service. Benefit to the ET is that it's probably 90% of the Furlan for I can't even tell you the multiplier less money. The Furlan is also sold out so there's that as well

[@dunderhay9169]

I would buy this if it had running seconds rather than 24 hour indicator. Great review 👍

[@AlexanderB.]

Cracking little watch! Can't decide whether this white or thf black model is nicer. I believe the watch this pays homage to also only has one blued subdial hand. I rarely have seen a nicer piece of crystal on watch this price.

[@EscapeWheel]

Yes indeed. The crystal is a beaut'!

[@Echpochmak88]

1st watch, which looks nice on milanese ! Thanks 4 review! Say Hello 2 Furlan Marri :D

[@EscapeWheel]

Haha, will do...and I'll wave that cash I saved in his face 😂

[@TheWatchConcierge]

Very nice piece! I added the black one to my cart but I really like this one too.

[@EscapeWheel]

Nice! I don't think you can go wrong with either.

[@ikeman5774]

Very nice looking watch and great value to boot. Your review has definitely peaked my interest on this, as if I need another watch. However, I don't have a watch that is strictly a dress watch without looking sporty. This one fits the bill. Thanks for your review, very well done.

[@EscapeWheel]

Thank you. It's a great watch and won't look out of place in formal attire.

[@hb9145]

is this any good? I have an Escapement Time 40mm "dress" watch with VH31 movement. It is a beauty.

[@EscapeWheel]

@@hb9145 lol, that's the entire purpose of the review man...to know if it's any good. But yeah, it's great, actually

[@hb9145]

@@EscapeWheel Well, it's hard to know if you have any... erm... commercial interests, if you know what I mean. ;) I do own a 40mm VH31 "dress" watch from Escapement Time, and it is a beauty.

[@EscapeWheel]

@@hb9145 well then you wouldn't get a straight answer from me anyways....lol. I point out the good and the bad with every watch ,no matter how I got it. I've built this channel on my reputation...I wouldn't throw it away for a couple bucks

[@hb9145]

@@EscapeWheel OK, I got one, and it is a beauty. Maybe they listened to you, because the straps now came with quick release.

[@EscapeWheel]

@@hb9145 haha, nice! I'm a real influencer now 🤣 Enjoy it!

[@RcBoy2000]

Can't wait to get this during 11/11!

[@goldfools5445]

Amazing quality for the price. Impressive.

[@OldSlabsides45]

Dude great macro shots and visuals!

[@EscapeWheel]

Thank you! Testing out some new camera stuff, so glad you enjoyed

[@SingleTrackMined]

@@EscapeWheel Seconded. Beautiful videography.

[@johnbell1859]

That looks great on all those straps, very nice. 🇬🇧

[@srexeption]

I don't know how he did it, I contacted him and he told me that this particular model does not have AR. On my way to receive it, I will test it with some watches that I do have with AR.

[@Chino-47]

Very nice. Would like to see the black dial version too.

[@craig2100]

Looks fantastic, especially for the$

[@TomasWatchReviews]

not sure about the blued hands, but the watch looks incredible. On black perlon strap looks the best IMO

[@EscapeWheel]

Thanks for watching, Thomas!

[@tFiligrana]

Beautiful watch. I want it, but it's not available ☹️ Thank you for such a good review of this beautiful piece.

[@EscapeWheel]

Yeah, it's been out of stock for a while...I keep waiting for it to come back in stock. Mine is still in the collection and holding up great

[@tFiligrana]

I hope it come back to stock soon, I'll keep an eye out... Congratulations, beautiful watch.

[@RJtoon1]

Finally a video on these!!!!! I saw them on watch dives about 2 months ago or so and they go by a different name “Mambaout.” Looks pretty much identical to the Breitling and man that pistachio green is so beautiful, I think they are 149 bucks on that site Anyway I can’t wait to watch this vid when I have time later

[@EscapeWheel]

Mamba out is a sub brand of Heimdallr,thorn, and I believe Mysterious Code. This is a separate operation...but yeah, basically the same watches from what it looks like.

[@RJtoon1]

interesting ya, my only concern would be how do I change the battery myself with a back cover like that and what kind of tool is involved. In the two years I’ve had my Alpina quartz chronograph I had the battery changed by a jeweller every March, i’m going to attempt it myself because I bought the back cover removal tool, and also the battery is held on by a little clamp with a small screw so I bought the tools. it’s $20 cdn to have a battery changed now in most jewellery stores where I am.

[@EscapeWheel]

@@RJtoon1 the "squishy ball" or stickey ball should work fine, ball of Ductape will also work. Even the normal 3 prong tools should work but I'd be more worried about scratching the caseback with the tool for this setup. But the sticky ball will do the trick, check eBay/Ali they are all over the place.

[@RJtoon1]

@@EscapeWheel ah ok cool. Also forgot to mention the accuracy of the Rhonda movement in my Alpina is about one second fast a month I’m pretty happy with that.

[@SunsetSheen]

A furlan mari minus the price tag and the hype

[@EscapeWheel]

yes indeed!

[@stavros_katsopr]

This brand has a way, a good way, always. (although it's a chrono😉) Thanks for the review Steve, be well mate.

[@EscapeWheel]

Thanks, Stavros. Always good for a little laugh 😂

[@oldmanwood5011]

I typically don't care for Roman numerals, but they work nicely on this piece. I could do without "China" on the dial.

[@michaelcozens7537]

Nice copy of the Fulan Marri which is a copy of a Patek. I suppose what goes around comes around. If you want a blue one checkout Sugess who do a few colour dial options all with the Seagull ST 1910 movement.

[@skadooshly]

I like the imperfections considering these are made by one guy in his garage lol I'd rather support someone like that than the big companies that are just churning out large productions.

[@EscapeWheel]

hard to argue with you there. he makes some nice watches indeed

[@hb9145]

I'd take that with a grain of salt.

[@holgermuller3597]

Great vid Steve, as always, thanks for that! I love Escapement Time, their watches are like affordable art 🎨. I want this piece of art! But I want it in 40 or 42mm!!! 😭

[@mahboobahmad9743]

Gorgeous watch. Remove the subdials, this looks very much like my bambino. Love it.

[@EscapeWheel]

Yeah, definitely has Bambino vibes with that crystal.

[@RobinhoodarrowsRHA]

Great review of a stunning watch, 👍 atb, Kev

[@domokun938]

Any idea if the hands are heat blued?

[@Shri_V]

On ET watches they typically are. At least that's what the seller claims.

[@EscapeWheel]

Hard to say, but they sure look heated. I've seen painted blue, and these look much better and cleaner. I'm nearly certain they are, but not 100%

[@domokun938]

@@Shri_V thanks

[@domokun938]

@@Shri_V thanks

[@prpapas]

Is this a "copy of a Furlan Marri"? Or are they the same exact watch with different branding?

[@EscapeWheel]

Probably just a close homage.

[@muhammadkhan-fh2hl]

Is this a homage, if so, what watch is it meant to be an homage of?

[@EscapeWheel]

Yes. Furlan Marri which in turn is a homage of sorts to a Patek something-or-other

[@onetwoxplore]

Logo could be ET instead of current logo? I understand that will not be an issue for many, but for me, the logo style just cheapens the watch. I feel that way across the board with other watch brands as well - i.e., Christopher Ward. Just an aesthetic opinion.

[@ronb4115]

Can someone explain how $125 or $160 is not an excellent price? When I heard Wes say it’s overpriced I thought it was a joke. Is it because this a cheap brand and cheap material?

[@EscapeWheel]

I really didn't understand his valuation. I think this is excellent value, personally. Solid quartz movement, nice finishing, incredible crystal, OK strap....what's not to like?

[@vitekskala]

What a stunner! Is this a homage or an original design?

[@EscapeWheel]

Homage to the Furlan Murray, which in itself is a homage to some vintage patek

[@Shri_V]

@@EscapeWheel Also the Vacheron Constantin 1955 (minus the unique lugs) - that one even has the different colored hands on the subdials.

[@Shri_V]

This looks amazing but is a tad small on a 7.5in wrist. They should have gone with a 39mm at least.

[@EscapeWheel]

It's all personal opinion. I think it's perfect...38mm but it's all dial so it appears slightly larger IMO.

[@Mrcxlixo]

The watch is kinda cute, but that dial is typical of a watch that has this type of movement. Now, and it's just a matter of personal taste, I don't think it looks good on such a big wrist. If it had 2 more mm, it would go straight into my wish list. Thanks for the review.

[@nintendokings]

It’s supposed to emulate vintage chronographs so I think 38mm is actually quite nice. 39mm would be my personal sweetspot

[@Mrcxlixo]

​@@nintendokings You may be right, sometimes it is difficult to respect the purpose of a watch regardless of your personal taste.

[@spring899]

You're in danger of saying 'What do you guys think' just too much !

[@jjakiefte2165]

Furlan Marri vibes indeed....

[@DM63747]

Самое плохое, что метки присоеденены к циферблату так, что он гнётся, это видно если посмотреть при падающем свете. Всё сделано прекрасно, но мятый циферблат портит всё

[@scatterbrain9490]

👍

[@TheDonCucaracho]

A budget Furlan Marri

[@nintendokings]

If only the Japanese made designs pretty and affordable like these I wouldn’t have to resort to China 😅

[@vincebrickner5529]

Too small everything seems to be too small nowadays all reviews 38 mm watches ridiculous