IT ARRIVED JUST IN TIME! BUT IS IT ANY GOOD?

[@ilikewatches]

Here is the link to the Grand Seiko Giveaway! kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y3ammY19edSBgNE

[@wafarris]

I really dislike polished center link bracelets especially on a diver. However, it seems like a good watch for the cost.

[@cartoonpete407]

agreed!

[@blink6612]

yeah a big no for me

[@jananilcolonoscopu4034]

Ripe for modding at that price though

[@juniorjohnson5961]

Buy it on the rubber strap 🥷

[@kleinbottled79]

New version has brushed center links.

[@kobusvanrensburg4092]

8 years ago, a decent mechanical/auto with sapphire and ceramic was almost unheard of at a price below $500. So every time a see a review like this, I keep that in mind.

[@JimIBobIJones]

They were out there, just not coming out of China and were much more niche - you could have gotten all of those and have it swiss made for less than $500. Steinhart, Christopher Ward (at least back then - now they have pushed themselves up market a fair bit), Precista etc. were all around back then and making excellent watches at very budget friendly prices. IMHO the OG microbrands were, and are, much better quality and aren't just aliexpress mushroom brands pumping out generic homage designs coming out of the same factory just with different brands.

[@kobusvanrensburg4092]

@@JimIBobIJones any you can recommend off the top of your head?

[@JimIBobIJones]

@@kobusvanrensburg4092 Timefactors/Precista would be my first port of call - they are UK based and caters heavily to watch buffs with designs based on historic/classic models. They have bought and revived quite a few defunct British watch brands and are probably the best value for money in terms of build quality and movement at the moment. Steinhart (Germany company but Swiss made) is pretty decent as well - a good mix of original designs, homages and "Flieger" type pilot watches, so something for everyone. Aristo is another German one, with mostly original designs. Swiss watch prices have been creeping up consistently for a while now with ETA restricting supply, so a lot of brands that started around the $500 mark 10 years ago start considerably over that point (e.g. Stowa, Christopher Ward, Junghans, etc.). If Swiss made isn't a "must have", your options are much broader and include plenty of watchmakers who aren't just another Aliexpress micro-brand. Gerlach is a pretty decent Polish brand that makes "heritage"/historical designs using a mix of different movements. Their Seiko/Seagull equipped watches are comfortably under the $500 mark. Great if you like the style of Longines heritage watches but don't want to spend $1500-300 0 on them. Orient has also really improved their build quality since being wholly integrated into Seiko. Most of their new models come with Sapphire and they've even made bronze models of some of their watches (something the "real" Seiko still hasn't).

[@LymanPhillips]

I keep on hearing "decent for the price," and I'm thinking at triple the price you'd be lucky to get a Seiko anywhere close. A few minutes fixing the bracelet and the bezel and you'd have an amazing watch for $100.

[@robboss7169]

Agree

[@philspencelayh5464]

Its easy enough to "brush" the mid links with very fine wet or dry paper if thats the only problem

[@alamore5084]

I saw one with the white dial and bracelet. I thought wow that looks nice. I saw it at £53 including tax and delivery. I kid you not. So I bought the damn thing. Would have been a fool not to at that price. Never owned a Cadisen before. Will be handy at 38mm and that parchment coloured dial looks classic. In a shop in the UK would cost £300+ for this spec.

[@swilkobarfingtoniii1642]

Deffo looks better on the tropic rubber, and if Cadisen would ship it without the steel it could shave a few more sheckles off the top end. Nice '62 MAS homage though. The dial details are really good on this one!

[@paulelliott7493]

Cadisen do make very good quality for the price,i have one of their watches,runs great.

[@durandsimon5221]

Pretty decent for the price, especially with a tropical strap.

[@chrisr8112]

I like it. Cadisen have had a bit of a dry patch recently but this feels like a return to semi decent form

[@harry-Musk]

I realy like this dial! I intent to give it a name. I would call it ‘White Lotus’

[@SteveFWatches]

it's missing drilled lugs and a fully brushed bracelet from being the best cadisen. Still looks great and I am still considering picking one up

[@jacc88888]

Love this style of diver (62 MAS type design). 38mm actually wears quite big - looks great on your wrist. EDIT: seems like most guys dislike polished centre links. Personally I like them.

[@brianward1059]

I ordered one of these on the silicone. Looks good so far. Not expecting miracles at this price!

[@waffle911]

If San Martin's offering shared these proportions it would've been perfect. I want a San Martin 60's skin diver with these proportions. The mismatch in the daylight color of the lume between hands and indecies is distracting.

[@evanspivack2714]

I ordered mine at the start of the sale, cream on the silicone strap. I usually prefer bracelets, but the silicone really seems the way to go with this watch, especially in the cream. If I'm being picky, I'd have preferred a purer white dial, but I think this will be a stunner. And finally, 38mm...perfect size!

[@TinBin-Craig]

For the price.. its a nice watch... just wish the dial was white... cheers

[@pavo45]

Pagani Design use the same clasp there are three positions of micro adjust, very difficult to move though, spring bar sits in indents in the clasp. The divers extension is also difficult and takes considerable force to open out and likewise to close it. It is quite difficult to see the micro adjustment indents by the way.

[@mbaksa]

I was never able to use those micro adjusts - it's basically useless on my bracelet. It's like there is nothing to grab with spring bar tool to compress the spring and get the spring bar out of the hole. It's like it was installed the wrong way on my bracelet, and now it cannot be taken out without braking the spring bar. Diver's extension on my bracelet works good - as expected, no issues.

[@markiangooley]

Cadisen sounds like a type of insect. NH35 is a decent movement and it looks an attractive watch, though. Problem for me: I’m lazy and I’m used to quartz watches, and most of mine have solar power, and some have radio sync. Perfect for someone like me who can’t be bothered: if it’s solar powered, leave it on a windowsill, no worries about winding, and if it’s also radio sync it’ll probably get the signal daily.

[@marcjames3487]

I just received the 8208 ~ basically the same but I preferred the blue dial and gold hands with the date at 4.30. Good accuracy and I love the hand winding. Lack of AR coating on the slightly domed sapphire is a shame, especially because the blue dial is deep and shadowed by the bezel so the dial can be hard to read at an angle. Bracelet is poor, as you say so I'm waiting a silicone replacement. But for the price, excellent value ! Excellent review !

[@darkchocolate4643]

I got this watch, albeit with the grey dial, based on your video and I couldn't be happier. I'm not sure why I bought it as I already have a Tandorio 62Mas homage, but you know how it goes. I decided against the stainless steel bracelet because, for one, my Tandorio has one, and I also wasn't a fan of the polished center links on the Cadisen's bracelet. The silicone strap is alright. I haven't had any issues with it picking up lint, to be honest. I'll probably replace it with a good quality tropic strap at some point. I'm blown away by the finish on this watch, especially considering that I paid 56€ for it (thanks to a store coupon and a coin discount). The bezel is lovely, the resistance is quite stiff on mine. And it lines up absolutely perfectly too. No backplay whatsoever. I know the QC on Chinese watches can be a bit inconsistent, maybe I just got lucky. The NH35 is quite accurate too, at +4s/day. If I had to nitpick, I'd say that the printing on the Cadisen logo on the dial looks a bit cheap, but you'd have to look really closely to see it. Thanks for the recommendation.

[@brucecoleman7412]

I have been eyeing this one! I have several Cadisens and all of them are great value watches. For the money, it’s hard to beat a Cadisens or Tandorio! They are both a lot of watch at their price point.

[@timmatheny-lo9ze]

Thanks for the review! I’ve got one on order. Have a small wrist so like the size. Weak lume is okay for me as I have many vintage watches and most have weak lume. Have a Steeldive Mas 62 with domed Crystal, don’t really like that look. So this watch with flat crystal is good for me. Review is good. There is no one watch that everyone likes.

[@WatchWitt]

Love that dial color, and the indices and applied logo look nice. Dig that rubber strap pattern too!

[@Robert-bv7of]

Thanks for advising your wrist size to give me an idea how it might appear on my small 6.5” wrist. I guess it might be a tad large with the lug to lug length.

[@AlexanderB.]

It's OK, the watch is a decent offering. I like the colour too. It doesn't have a box domed crystal like other 62MAS homages do, but it has a rehaut with printed minute markers instead. Not crazy about the polished-middle-link bracelet. This would live on a nice FKM rubber strap if it was mine. If this bezel was matt ceramic it would be amazing though.

[@WesWatchRoom]

Looks great, not sure about the polishing on the mid links but other than that, quite nice. Wonder how it stacks up against the more expensive alternatives.

[@MPiKMS72]

I'd love to see a lume test vs. A couple of the competitors.

[@ChapeauRouge921]

I was waiting to pull the trigger on this one with the white dial on the rubber strap. Unfortunately they seem to be sold out. That bracelet seems to be not worth the extra dollars asked for it. Thanks for the quick update Gary. You've convinced me to go for it. Now if only a store would restock that specific version...

[@cui576]

Bought it a few months ago (2023) for about 60dollars. Same pros and cons, bezel alignment is not Best, accuracy and power reserve amazing (which makes me think that, at least for this models, Cadisen was adjusting the movements).

[@thetattedpharmacist3215]

I got the grey dial on rubber during one of the sales last year for about £45. For that price, an absolute bargain!

[@MattoDesigno]

So tempting to pull the trigger on some sort of 62mas homage, which one is the best we've come across so far?

[@gori277]

If you like smaller watches more faithful to the original sizing, the Seestern is pretty good, excellent finish and build quality. I bought the blue version with a very nice blue rubber strap and even the NH35 came with pretty good numbers.

[@MPiKMS72]

@@gori277 how is the Seestern's lume?

[@MPiKMS72]

@@NotoriousK_I_TI guess I will add one to my want list. Lume always seems to make or break divers for me.

[@gori277]

@@MPiKMS72 Very good, nearly as good as my San Martin BB which is my best one.

[@Ericdagreat]

Great watch. Dive extension pin too thin to lock the dive extension in place, which was pretty damn stupid of Cadisen to do that... Maybe thick tape might work around the pin, or a steel collar. A Rolex type clasp is pretty stupid too. Screw pins come off super easily from the bracelet, so make sure you loctite the screw pins if you plan to use the metal bracelet. I had the pins screw out three times already, and I was lucky that they fell out while I was on the bed, and also on a table

[@normandbissonnette8865]

The colour of the dial is very nice. I really like it on the silicone strap. It is very affordable.

[@grayzischke4222]

Thanks for the review. I had just been looking at this watch yesterday ……. May have topped to a. Purchase.

[@Trex100]

I like the branding. There's potential here.

[@neriel0326]

Hi sir Gary, Just wanna ask what do you think of Cadisen as a brand? I have 3 SanMartins, IronWatch and Islander Watches. I'm really interested in Cadisen C8209M, but I'm skeptical of their quality as a brand. Hope you could help. Thank you

[@mltain39]

Thanks for another great video Gary. I don't know if it was this review or what, but they're sold out of the cream colored dial. I hope it was you and you get all of those commissions.

[@ilikewatches]

That would be amazing! I’ll have to take a look! 🥂🍾

[@lestoquesdutictac]

Great review ! On mine the lum pip turned to yellow ochre after two days...🤨

[@mry4354]

I own a couple of cadisen watches and they are really well made watches

[@philspencelayh5464]

Seems ok for the money, if you want something better Christopher Ward have a new diver out today for £850.

[@anthonydevono8833]

I’m waiting on mine to be delivered grey on a silicone strap after seeing this I’m looking forward to receiving it

[@befreeandbrave9399]

I have this Cadisen with the grey dial. I think it is a good proportioned watch and find it pleasant to wear. Mine has the same problem with the divers extention. No connection at all. Next thing I find not so good is that the dial is not good visible in indoor lighting situations (or just when there is not a lot of light). Maybe it is the color of the indices, I don't know.

[@User-fq9lk]

hi, was thinking to pick one up just wondering if it was water resistant though as I go surfing with a watch on. was wondering if you would know if it’ll be suitable to take into the ocean, cheers

[@philliprackow7153]

Good day to you. Since my Cronos will be arriving tomorrow i wanted to ask if you still own your newer version and how it compares to a San Martin subby-homage. Would really appreciate it if you were willing to take a short time to give me your thoughts ^^

[@Happyfacehotwheels]

Which Cronos did you get?

[@philliprackow7153]

@@Happyfacehotwheels L6005 submariner homage, black dial, green bezel aka. the Kermit version. Should have the new 2.5 times cyclops as well as the VERY important better sticker on the packaging. Edit: Chose the PT5000 because my local watchmaker want's to take a peak.

[@Happyfacehotwheels]

@@philliprackow7153 Cronos makes some nice watches. There Hulk homage with the full lume bezel has been on my list for a while now but other watches just keep jumping ahead of it.

[@gregcarterfineart]

The Steeldive Kermit is great too, thinner slightly I believe, and $100 cheaper. I was about to spring for the Cronos, but at the last minute took a chance on the Steeldive, glad I did. Bracelet probably not as nice as the Cronos, but super comfortable! Good luck!

[@teddyhenriquez5192]

Looks better on the Rubber strap. The stainless steel bracelet If they make it all brushed is a perfect watch! impo

[@heartofgold2861]

I ordered one, and fat-fingered the bracelet option. By the time I noticed the mistake, it was too late. I wanted the 'rubber' strap. Finding one of those in 18mm is a nightmare. Any suggestions?

[@rodschermerhorn6996]

Where did you get those awesome shelves?

[@drebarthelotte5712]

I love it, totally.

[@greggusan]

I think I'll order this just for the case (with that nice matte bezel - I don't like the glossy ceramic trend), movement and rubber strap. You'd be hard pressed to buy these parts for under 100 bucks. In fact I can't even find that case in 38mm sold on its own.

[@violinmke]

I like it. I bought it.

[@karlsenula9495]

So this or the Tandorio? Both seem to be in the same price bracket.

[@tzanoa]

If i may - got it on the sale for 74.41 usd from trendy men's watch store, on the bracelet.

[@gregcarterfineart]

Wow, sold these cream dials quick! Great looking Seikison(Cadeiko?)

[@Happyfacehotwheels]

It looks nice but why 18mm lugs, 20mm would have been better especially if you change straps often. It's harder to find 18mm straps that aren't to thick.

[@waffle911]

I think San Martin's is 20mm, and that's what ruins the proportions on the smaller case, making it look strangely elongated. Looks fine on a 40-42, not a 36-38. 18mm seems necessary to keep good proportions on the smaller 38mm case in this style.

[@watch-box]

90 click bezels irritate me - 60 or 120 are fine (a small thing I know, but there it is). Looks better off the bracelet the polish is a big no on this type of watch. The clasp and strap look like old Pagani offerings. Despite the couple of issues I have with the watch, it does look like a good value proposition. Thanks for sharing Gary.

[@achimaru]

Thanks for the great review! I wanted to see one handled in the flesh. I was looking for a white dial diver. It was between this and a Steeldive white dial capt. Willard. Think I might just go with the Steeldive, I don't have a Willard style case, and I already have a 62mas homage.

[@davepoole5582]

Garry mate?? What to go for ???? I'm still un decided on what to get ???

[@MJFallout]

I don't hate polished center links (a lot of Edifice have them), but this bracelet is still a bit 'not fish nor fowl'. Bit dressy, doesn't jive with the case at all. Still, for a blingy desk diver, one could do worse.

[@doubletrouble6718]

Much better if the bracelet are brushed finish. i bought a blue dial one

[@grahambawden4060]

Good looking watch. Definitely better on the rubber strap and good value for the money. Lack of any AR coating is disappointing but otherwise a great 62MAS homage. 👍⌚😎

[@leepotter3562]

Not the best finish on the bracelet, but it does look good on the wrist especially on the black strap

[@cartoonpete407]

A black dial would be nice :)

[@watsondna]

Gary I have been waiting for this one and am disappointed in the bracelet. Maybe strap only in the future.

[@watchesandcaps2566]

62mas homage with a Rolex dive clasp homage... we've officially jumped the 🦈

[@stavros_katsopr]

Ha ha, all "creams" are gone, should be sweet indeed! Thanks Gary for the review "on time", be well mate, cheers.

[@handsomewong2469]

Beautiful watch !

[@achraftahir]

Quick question: Say someone is looking for a review of this watch logically they would search KZbin for Cadisen XYZ. This video is not going to show up because the brand nor the model is in the title. Unless you have a reason to do otherwise I would suggest making the watch name a part of the title.

[@rioarayana2717]

I still order it with all imperpection 😁

[@briancolyer8483]

if they went non date and 40mm I could be persuaded bit 38 doesn't work on my wrists unfortunately....🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿⌚🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿⌚

[@hojinchang6176]

what a pretty watch

[@josephmcgivern9671]

I like them might buy

[@freeriderex2133]

Thank you for the nice review and channel. Just received my c8027m today. First impression is that it's excellent value for money, paid 82€ on it with the rubber strap. Fits my 16 cm wrist perfectly. However, for some reason they have changed the black hands with polished ones. This would not be a problem with a black dial, but on the cream dial the polished hands with large lume seem to disappear on the light dial. The result is poor legibility on poor lighting conditions. Any recommendations for a 18mm Steel bracelet from aliexpress?

[@juniorjohnson5961]

I was wondering about the black hand's the one's I've seen lately don't have them , do you know if you can still get them with black ?

[@Shri_V]

They need to make this in 40mm.

[@jacksugden8190]

Does what it said on the can

[@scatterbrain9490]

Looks great

[@milongabuena]

Good job

[@robboss7169]

Nice watch

[@garyk8285]

Spearman Gazza strikes again

[@jandavey7372]

Hi there from beautiful Thailand. I would call that dial colour Champagne. Keep up the good work. JANBOY. RN. Rtd.

[@mattstolzman]

Hmmm. I'll get one for my brother for Christmas. Don't tell him it was that affordable.

[@jodysilvia2]

How do you sell all the inexpensive watches you buy for reviews?

[@Buck380]

If they released this watch a couple years ago I would have bought it, but there are many better 38mm options.

[@ghostlight69420]

Like what? Help a small wristed fellow out

[@TheFranticgamer]

It’s hard because china is creating some incredible and affordable pieces. It is becoming difficult to figure out what one’s to buy.

[@danspanos]

Batter up! 😂

[@boldmeregarden637]

Just seen this for £34 on the 2024 black friday sales

[@jananilcolonoscopu4034]

6:26 "It just sort of... flops around". Harsh.

[@nintendokings]

Hm, really needs 20mm lugs to balance it all out imo

[@yasirhanif3854]

Besel is alimuniun

[@pdmotors5027]

Can’t make my mind up on this one...

[@Gerardo_Alba]

This time you didn't say "almost everyone's a winner" haha, what has changed? 👀

[@ilikewatches]

Gave him a break…

[@Gerardo_Alba]

Ooh get it. We're all with you, Gary, the best is yet to come for ilw1&2

[@richardshaw1968]

90 click bezel, I don’t get it…

[@mediaplayer2150]

A cosa.serve.una ghiera con 90 clicks? Non 60 e non 120... 90 non è una cosa logica nella divisione in sessantesimi

[@juniorjohnson5961]

Looks like Seiko 62 Mass 🥷

[@spring899]

I think that's the intention yes.

[@juniorjohnson5961]

@@spring899 I know I just try and help Gary because he can't say what the watch is homaging in case someone doesn't know

[@juniorjohnson5961]

I'm back I've been looking for a white dial or cream this looks great & the price is nice 👍

[@Happyfacehotwheels]

You need to put telegram and whatsapp in your flagged words Box. This would put all there comments for review by you instead of getting posted. This idea is not mine but from the Torque Test Channel and it works for them. When the scammers see it's not working they move on.