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[@greginthesouth2621]

Several years ago, I didn't know much about watches, but I knew I liked the diver style, and I wanted an automatic. At the time it was coming up to my birthday, and my mom asked me what I wanted. I found the cheapest diver I could on Amazon, which happened to be an Invicta grand diver, which is like the pro, but a little bigger. I didn't have any idea about the brand, but I liked the look, and it was affordable, and importantly, an automatic movement. My mom of course got it for me, and I fell for it hard, got a new strap for it, etc. She died about a year later, and it ended up being the last important thing she bought me, and I still love it, and wear it quite a bit, even since I've added more watches to the collection. I couldn't care less about what people think of the brand.

[@nunonunes097]

Sorry for your loss. But I'm happy you have that Invicta to remind you of her everytime you look at it, even though it may also hurt a bit. :) Much love.

[@deepjoshi1333]

Sorry for your your loss. Thanks for sharing your story. That Invicta is much more valuable than any submariner you may buy in future. You should falunt it with pride, regardless of any opinion. Much love & respect 🫡

[@ishhodcollins5220]

I have a pro diver 42mm I love it, I also miss my Dad, to those that made us!

[@maxvanopdorp9108]

That’s exactly why some watches are more worth than money. You’re watch has a story, more important it has emotional value and that’s the most important. Thank you for sharing this perspective ❤

[@Time4aWatch]

Did my last 3 tours in Afghanistan with a G-Shock DW5600. Couldn't kill the thing. And it does still sit in the bottom corner of my watch box. I'm pretty anti quartz, but I'm glad I made an exception for that watch. The main reason I bought it specifically for Afghanistan is because it was the one watch I could find that let me keep real world time and "Afghanistan Time" one one time piece. For those of you who've been there, you know what I mean.

[@iancourts8435]

Thank you for your service. My nephew did multiple 'brown' tours, amongst others. Glad you made it back, look after yourself.

[@trevorgray4852]

Thank you for your service man. Remember your never alone brother man

[@Time4aWatch]

@@iancourts8435 Thank you. It was my honor to serve.

[@Time4aWatch]

@@trevorgray4852 Thank you. It was my honor to serve.

[@betulaobscura]

Why are you "anti quartz"? Quartz never let you down, unlike mechanics.

[@randomhandle]

My $300 would be a Citizen Eco-Drive Promaster Nighthawk. What a watch!

[@K.J.H_]

Love mine. I think they're technically discontinued now.

[@waffle911]

​@@K.J.H_ It's always seemed to me like Promasters never actually get discontinued, they just go on hiatus to prepare for the next refresh.

[@artswri]

Love mine, goto water watch. Couldn’t decide on color, had to buy 2. Great choice for diver

[@xniorvox]

I've bought my Nighthawk pre-owned, but in excellent condition for 150 EUR. It was a bargain, I am so happy with this watch - so busy dial, but somehow very legible. Also it's very comfortable to wear and solid. Even a friend of mine, who is a watch nerd and owns several luxury watches like Rolex, Omega etc. really liked my Nighthawk.

[@benburgess9428]

I love my EcoDrive Field.

[@lauraallisonn]

I own the ventura, bought it in Iran in 1978. Still in perfect running condition. Now I can do a little research and hopefully find out what what she is worth.

[@michealpnoel]

Great that will fetch some cash. *I used to be a collector, but I liquidated my collection to venture into real estate. In January, I acquired homes in Malibu for $35million, and the returns on investment far exceed what I earned as a collector.

[@eabhaconnor2]

How did you grow your portfolio to $35m, I'm impressed, I have a lump sum in the bank, the rates are not impressive so I'm moving it, what's your cash flow like?

[@michealpnoel]

I have a financial advisor (trader) she grows my liquid assets and I reinvest the weekly payouts back into real estate and long-term ETFs.

[@eabhaconnor2]

Sure, could you please share her name with me or any details so I can look her up online? Thanks!

[@michealpnoel]

She is well known as - Hannah Susan Jennings. please do your own research.

[@tredici72]

My favourite $100 watch for 2024 is the Addiesdive sand dial with the VH31 mecha-quartz. Pros - Beautiful dial, nice movement and good finishing for the price. Cons - No lume

[@matthewrikihana6818]

I agree. mine has become the time keeper for all the automatics in my collection. it only gains 3 seconds a week. And it looks great in general and fascinates the eye on close inspection. And it's getting cheaper 😂.

[@magstheonlyone]

Even better now that is half-priced

[@lambtypeguy-cd4tp]

Bought it few days ago it's on sale for 40 now

[@DC-uf6ve]

I can't stand mecha quartz

[@tredici72]

@@DC-uf6ve …why?

[@uhrologe2596]

"Beggars can't be choosers" You described my whole life in one sentence.

[@b.a.richardson4856]

Have two Glycines. They're two of the most reliably accurate mechanical watches I have.

[@semirnukovic853]

just wait for it. There is a reason why it’s a poor garbage in house movement and made so fast into a mass production. That is actually impossible to achieve in such a short period of time. Yo could have bought a Invicta Pro diver instead. It’s also accurate the same and has a more reliable movement, still is the mechanism without oil but for few years it goes pretty well.

[@ImNotSynergy]

For me personally I'd definitely choose the new Tsuyosa small seconds over the PRX, that dial looks fantastic

[@Phafanapolis]

Tissot is a scam brand. They exist to bilk gullible WIS who are afraid of AliExpress and Microbrand watches because they’re not muh sWiSs mAdE.

[@SecronSeven]

Yes, the guilloche dial is really well done. I'm thinking about getting one, but want to see it on wrist before committing. Hoping it will scratch the itch I have to someday get my hands on an Atelier Wen Perception

[@gunnerkicks6590]

It only has 50m water resistance

[@Phafanapolis]

Citizen is a better brand than Tissot. Swatch only keeps them around to sell overpriced schlock at high street and mall department stores. They’re no better than the AliExpress stuff for half or a quarter as much.

[@AdAce21]

only if the larger case size fits your wrist well. Integrated bracelets wear larger, and the 35mm PRX works wear better for smaller wrists. I have the ice blue 35mm auto PRX and I absolutely love it; I get compliments every time I wear it

[@stephenblake7210]

I've just bought the Addiesdive Willard, sand dune dial, on offer on AE,, for just over £50gbp. Love it

[@willywantoknow2563]

Thanks Jody, just something comforting hearing a scotsman sharing money saving tips.

[@thejacal2704]

🤣

[@chriswatchreviews4752]

I bought a Glycine Combat Sub about a year and a half ago for about $325 on Ashford. It's currently the only diver in my collection, and I am perfectly content with that. It just punches so far above it's price point

[@e28forever30]

Except for lume .

[@JR-gp2zk]

I got one too. They also come in bronze for the same price as stainless steel. If you ever wanted to try a bronze watch a Glycine combat sub is a good option.

[@danjrash]

I have the bronze and it's my favourite watch, find myself just keep going back to it. Really nicely put together and feels of a certain quality.

[@emperorchopchop7726]

There's just nothing like a square gshock. They have a weird sizing magic to them. No matter what size your wrist, a square g will look just right for you.

[@NazidKimmie]

Yeah you're right, just bought a square (solar, bluetooth) and I think its the way the resin band kind of wraps around and integrates a deceptive lug to lug wrist hugging thing

[@MyNameIsGhost]

Strangely enough same with seiko 5s. Ive never seen another line of watches manage to fit a 41.5mm case in a wearing experience that feels closer to 39

[@benburgess9428]

I had a G-Shock but I could never get it to fit right. Maybe I have the world’s weirdest wrist

[@NazidKimmie]

@@benburgess9428 which model was that? I bought my son GA-700 and it’s bloody huge, but somehow his average wrist seems to pull it off!

[@adk7962]

Very nice recommendations! No Kamasu? And although I agree with your top choice for $500, that’s a price point where the competition is insane once you open it up to Micros. I won’t even talk about the Chinese…thanks as always!

[@stevestojan]

Just love these videos. So well produced, not overly done. Relatable. not too much filler. A+.

[@karl_m3013]

I got my blue sunburst jubilee bracelet Invicta Pro Dive for $60 US 4 years ago. Love it. Wear it most days. 15 seconds fast if you wind it, 8 seconds of I don't. I sometimes I go 2 weeks before needing to adjust time.

[@karlsenula9495]

Vostok Amphibia ... Automatic, rugged, pedigree and often fun dials. Similarly the Bulova Lunar Pilot.

[@Beechhill]

I think there's a reason the formerly so Vostok-loving Jody omitted the brand. Happy to have one in my collection. Won't buy another before the russkis come to their senses.

[@artswri]

Love my LP. Great watch, great look

[@benburgess9428]

I would’ve bought a Vostok by now if Russia would stop launching invasions & fomenting separatist rebellions

[@JR-gp2zk]

​​​@@benburgess9428Same here. I had 2 Vostoks. I Drilled a hole through the dial of both of them. It is like wearing a German Laco type B in 1940. Should have never bought them, and will never wear them.

[@karlsenula9495]

@@Beechhill agree ... I have both a Amphibia and a Komandirski at this time ... But for obvious reasons not being worn at the moment. Still it is true that it is a brand mostly worn/ owned by watch enthusiasts.

[@ceecee130x]

Yep, got myself one of those 5610s with negative display last year. It's everyone I was looking for... surprise feature: of you lift your arm to look at the watch in the typical watch-reading position, the backlight goes on. This is particularly handy for the negative display. Very happy with my $100 purchase, though I own several pieces in the $500-1000 ranges. Though a lot of people like the PRX, it doesn't really do much for me. 🤷🏻

[@AbdulRWatches]

The DW5600 should be a must in every watch collection. The Citizen Tsuyosa is my favourite.

[@Kevinjimtheone]

For about $100, the only Invicta proposed should be the Invicta 1953.

[@MyNameIsGhost]

I actually feel like bulova is the hublot of the entry level watch market tbh

[@P_Ezi]

​@@MyNameIsGhost​ Take a really close look at the Invicta Speedway Rev that flashes on screen at 7:28. This is truly an abomination. Bulova does have far too many uglies in their catalog, but the Rev is the ultimate design disaster.

[@201950201950]

There are so many damn Invictas that are a better value than the Duro and the Timex. If you want small they make small watches to 36,38,40mm

[@owenlaprath4135]

??? That is a Pro Diver!

[@tornagawn]

Casio Duro (I’ve got black, blue, Gold trim and Pepsi); Casio G Shock 5600; Citizen ProMaster dive - ISO rated dive watch. Those, and my Erebus Origin 😉 are my picks.

[@Levs0n]

Got a bertucci a1-s a few months ago. Absolutely loving it so far and has been dead accurate. Ordered a leather strap to switch out the nylon to dress it up on occasion and have really enjoyed it.

[@valengreymoon5623]

The DW-5600E was just updated a couple months ago to the DW-5600UE. The only difference I've seen, is the new backlight, and text on the crystal denoting that. Had to order mine from Japan, since it's only available there so far.

[@uga.d4173]

EXCELLENT video! My favorite in a while.

[@chriskilner4110]

I love my G-Shock squares, but my son absconded with my DW5600 a few years ago and my daughter took my GMW5610 with her to California last June (... although in fairness, I did offer her a watch when she left home, but I was expecting her to take a Timex that she often borrowed). I already have another solar/atomic G (MTG-M900 on the resin strap from the GWM-500 👍), so I recently picked up a G-Shock-esque Casio W-219H for $16.88... I think it is shaped like the original MRG-100, wears a little better than the square on my 7" wrist, and fixes my issues with the F-91W (i.e., larger, better water resistance, better quality resin, better strap, better backlight, better screen protection, actual 18mm lugs/springbars, and bigger numbers/display)... so far, I'm loving the Casio W-219H as an everyday and you can't beat the

[@christopherskraba345]

The AliExpress comment at the beginning of the video caught me off guard. I must have taken too long of hiatus. Would love to see a video about why attitudes have changed towards those brands. Ali is how I came to JOMW to begin with. With that being said, I know he focused on major brands - but as a die-hard Christopher Ward fan who has been eyeing the Twelve for a while, Jody's own Erebus Ascent really packs some wild bang for the buck. You can really tell that Erebus was a passion project for him and his business partner as that particular watch punches far above its weight class. Especially the textured dials. Kudos to you Jody for being modest - but I think anyone would be hard pressed to find better value, wrist presence, and attention to detail than your latest release.

[@chair5728]

I think attitudes haven’t really changed, it’s still the same few people that make a tantrum whenever they see a Chinese watch.

[@fanatique86]

So much this. For viewers like myself that have come to respect JOMW for being non-biased against Ali watches - u can say he's even been one of the platform's biggest boosters - I hope Jody doesn't become one of those that snubs Ali now that his channel has become more established, and in some way mainstream...

[@arcadeslum5882]

Chinese assembled but isnt the movement made In Japan for most of them?

[@jimmymcclure4549]

Best value , most reliable, most features of all of the watches in the video is the Casio G-Shock GW-M5610. 200m wr, , shock resistant(damn near bullet proof) alarm, Stopwatch, countdown timer, world time now with five presets, outstanding backlight at the flick of your wrist if you like, solar powered and MB6 atomic time keeping for less than $100. You just can't beat it.

[@simonbeasley989]

I like the way the display scrolls the full name of the chosen city in WT mode. Okay, it doesn't make any difference to my life but I just love that so much thought and effort has gone into it.

[@thewheelman6533]

Here's the thing about Bertucci. I think Boderry has them beat with the Voyager series. Yes... it's nearly a blatant copy if someone can lay claim to the classic field watch design.... however... Seiko automatic movement, Titanium, AND Sapphire crystal for under $100 with a NATO strap or right at 120 with a bracelet. I would much rather have that than a quartz movement with mineral crystal.

[@rebelfromva]

Interesting field watches

[@viniciusacmauro]

People are sleeping on the Citizen AW0130-85L Super Titanium Eco Drive…

[@ricardomorales1039]

But honestly I haven't been able to source one from a dealer I trust or a price in willing to pay

[@viniciusacmauro]

@@ricardomorales1039 yeah, agree. Got one from EBay for a reasonable price, but not an easy find.

[@MrZPal2099]

I have one of those and it's excellent.

[@RichardKoppinger]

I started collecting in 2020 after my father passed away in December 2019. I got a few of the Invictas from his collection. They weren't Pro Divers, but they weren't completely obnoxious either. When I started checking out the Invicta website, that's when I really went down the rabbit hole and wound up owning several Pro Divers. Like you pointed out, stainless steel and automatic movement for about eighty bucks made me very interested. There's definitely some cost cutting. As you often say, your money is spread very thin. Sapphire crystal would be a step up, the lume is crap, and the bezel action can be hit or miss. But I think they're very good watches and I'm glad to see them getting some praise from folks online. And I completely agree with you on the Glycine Combat Sub, which is my favorite dive watch.

[@Shifftymking]

I’d take an addiesdive over an invicta any day of the week

[@ivoshandor6859]

Have you seen the 1953 though?

[@Sicarius888]

@@ivoshandor6859 It might be their best looking model, but still no ceramic, no sapphire, no solid endlinks. And just black bezel versions are hard to find.

[@fishrowe420]

I own both color ways of the 1953. And a couple of quartz divers. The green with the waves and the hammerhead is super cool. I'm wearing the huge 48mm PEPSI today (model 34311). I have big hands, and it fits surprisingly well. Don't knock the invicta. They build em tough as nails. They each hold a special place in my collection of 60+.

[@Shifftymking]

Yeah I’ve seen the 1953 and it’s not terrible looking but the specs r dismal and for the same money addiesdive put them in the dirt imo. And I know addiesdive r mainly homage watches minus the ad2055 $65 right now which I have on a leather strap and the sector dial is good looking I think also there r a few others that r loose homages like the ad2118 $55 right now all the bells on these the bracelets arnt the greatest but above and beyond the invictas I’ve seen and held in hand. No offense if u like invicta im just saying there r way better options at the price

[@rickrounds2173]

Thank you Jody, great video. You gave me plenty of new 'ideas'.

[@stevev7402]

Great list. I have most of them. Hamilton and Glycine are my favorites.

[@rmd4209]

Hi Jody, very nice watch list indeed. I would love to get the Citizen Tsuyosa or the newly release Citizen with the blue dial and the small second's hand at 6 o clock.

[@simonbeasley989]

Glad you got a couple of G Shocks in there! I have several, and arguably the GW-M5610U is functionally the best watch you can buy as well as a classic! Don't need to set, don't need to regularly change a battery. Super clear display and this latest iteration has a LED backlight which is brighter and more efficient than EL, and you can even make the date UK format DD-MM.

[@airpressure08]

Thank you for this video. It would be interesting to see a Microbrand version and AliExpress version!

[@jimsound7888]

I've had my invicta for 4 years now. Still working perfectly. The only watch i wear.

[@TylerRich]

+1 for the Berucci. Had one for over ten years. Been through numerous mud runs, out of a plane, SCUBA, etc. The thing is built like a tank. Nothing fancy, but I’ve absolutely walloped it, and it doesn’t bat an eye. I want a newer one, but can’t really justify it given the old one is still running superbly.

[@prwoland3750]

Wow, fantastic one really. I am lucky enough to collect in all price ranges, but I couldn’t agree more on the G Shock square in resin and king turtle in particular. It’s not just about value, they are perfect watches and genuine horological legends. I don’t need anything else for the outdoor (the sub and others stay in the box)

[@ironichumorist]

excellent format. love these roundups.

[@PlugInRides]

This video really shows that at the $50 or $100 price points, AliExpress watches have no equals. The Casio Duro has lousy lume, wears big at 44mm wide, and the Timex Expedition is as cheaply made as its price suggests. The Chinese mushroom brands have better movements, sapphire, ceramic bezels and much better lume for similar money. Not only that, but they are actually cheaper now than they were three years ago,

[@owenlaprath4135]

PLUS, Timex and all the others get either components, complete calibres ("movements"), or whole watches from China. They buy CHEAP and add a premium ... which we are supposed to pay for inferior stuff. Timex is always on my list. I am on a limited income and cannot afford to waste money on cheap junk. What I need is quality at a good price, not cheap junk. Times keeps losing....

[@AsgharHussain110]

Yes, pagani design offers great value for money watches but all of their watch designs are copied from luxurious brands some people might say it is homage but no one can deny the fact that it offers great value for money watches.

[@Spartan265]

I've had a G-Shock DW6900 for about 10-11 years. I've loved it. One of the best Christmas gifts I've ever got.

[@nicocalimero]

Great choice, I was just looking at my GW-M5610U and King turtle with green dial. The king turtle is even better with a strapcode green wafle pattern FKM rubber strap.

[@larryfromwisconsin9970]

I SCUBA dive with a G Shock. I have never had one flood in 100+ dives. I have had a Chinese dive watch rated at 200 meters get water inside while washing the car. I like the Solar Radio Control G Shock for $100. My Casio Wavecepter watch gets the atomic clock time most nights here in Southwestern Texas. It didn't get signal at all in California and was 50/50 in North Carolina. Still I like the concept.

[@heiner71]

I hear you. I live in California and purchased the atomic clock orange NASA square Casio. It only connected a few times in some locations but never at my home. I ended up selling it and replacing it with a version that is like the regular 5600 but with Solar. I love that one.

[@Mr.Ciobanu]

I owned the Invicta Pro Diver, pretty good for the value.

[@garyjones5947]

Great recommendations. The PRX auto, and Hamilton in the UK are both well over the $500 budget though.

[@WatchmakerErik]

Great video as usual Jody! Unfortunately I can't afford any of these because I just spent my money on an Erebus ascent with the Aventurine dial. 😁

[@eduardosturla]

Glycine Combat Sub GMT owner here (GL0380) since Jan 2024. Exceptional quality and value, PLUS heritage from a 100% swiss brand over 100 years in operation. They are a literal steal. Bought from Ashford, no issues. Great recommendation! Two thumbs up for the Glycine!

[@bozo572]

I am currently wearing my Invicta Pro Diver in black on black, one of the three Invictas I own. A good work wear watch.

[@sehrbaz]

I love how passionate you are in your videos. Great work 👍

[@stevecryan1230]

'You don't have to spend a fortune to get a great watch if you don't want to, to get a great watch on your wrist.' Wise words!

[@sheldorleconcher8870]

I bought a Khaki King a few years ago, my decision significantly based on one of your older reviews and it's still one of my favourite watches!

[@TheWesty55]

I like my combat sub great value, only downside is the bezel action. Very difficult to grip and move.

[@007Chancellor]

At the top end of your list is a watch brand YOU turned me onto! STEINHART!!! Especially my OLKO Special Edition of the Ocean 39 GMT. Though they now go for just over $500, I got mine for just under and it is, hands down, the favorite watch in my collection. Classic design (thanks 1970s Rolex), sapphire crystal, all stainless steel with solid end inks and milled clasp, 300m of water resistance, and a Swiss movement, I don't think they can be beat for the price. Hell...at twice the price!

[@jeffone]

Great video and great picks. Thanks!

[@dakistle]

This is pretty close to what I would pick at those price points. Thanks for turtle with sapphire tip!

[@Dreamweaver94]

Wow, I just got in the mail a DW-5600UE today! After seeing this video and enjoying the watch so much, let's just say I don't foresee any buyer's remorse. I ordered the original DW-5600UE because it's cheaper, but Amazon sent me the new one for $45! Idk if it's just an accident or what, but it was a very nice surprise, I almost ordered one from Japan. The led light is pretty nice.

[@simonbeasley989]

I think the purists like the electroluminescent backlights but to me it's just evolution. LED tech has got so good they are brighter and use less power, what's not to like about that?

[@Dreamweaver94]

@@simonbeasley989 Yeah I think you're right, purists, or maybe just people nostalgic for EL backlights prefer it. The green looks cool, but like you said, the led uses less power and is brighter. On the updated Tough Solar Squares you can also set the LED display time to 3 seconds, twice as long, which would be really nice. After wearing my DW-5600U for 10 days, I found the flashing LED alarm option to be really nice too.

[@NazidKimmie]

Thanks for another informative and cool video - very glad you excluded micro-brands, it's very annoying how they almost never have stock (especially of hyped new releases) I think some of them cynically use 'scarcity manipulation' to drive demand, it's not like they are offering some unique in house movement or something special...

[@MigRx]

I thought I caught it when you mentioned the Tsuyosa, but when you did it again with the PRX, it clicked. Nice hints for next (integrated) drop!

[@joshsteuterman2363]

I have a cheap expedition that I bought to wear out and about. The crazy thing is that it works and I like it! It’s a few years old now and takes a beating!

[@sophiesharp1709]

Excellent review. I have to say I really do enjoy your reviews & the complete lack of watch snobbery - it's very refreshing. It's great to see a watch reviewer enjoy & promote a brand like Casio (one of my own favourite brands), rather than just the more expensive stuff.

[@cylentone]

What do you think of the Lorus military watch (RXF41AX7) in the sub $50 category? Also full Lumibrite dial and 100m water resistance, so more than the Timex. It's a Seiko brand, so I would assume a decent quality...?

[@derbagger22]

The Glycine is severely underrated and is the most easily wearable diver out there. Super thin, with delicate and intricate handset to fit in that profile and a bracelet and clasp that just hug the wrist so nicely. My black Kamasu is my daily, but I may get a different dial color to maybe wear it more.

[@benburgess9428]

Jody, did you look at my watch box? I have 3 Timex Expeditions with a 4th on the way, a Citizen EcoDrive, 2 Invicta Pro Divers, and I had a G-Shock, but I traded the G-Shock to my buddy Matt for some tools. It fits his wrist way better than mine. The Bertucci A-1 is on my shopping list, as is the Wenger Urban Metro. Love the value watch round ups, because the less I can spend on watches the more I can spend on fishing tackle.

[@johnsmith-gs4qf]

Great video! For the under $50 category, I would add 2 more watches. First, the Casio Men's Tough Solar AQ-S810W-1AVCF ($38.46 Solar with 100m water resistance). This is IMHO, one of the best beater watches ever, and I have never had the solar power go below high even though I don't wear it every day. Next the Timex Men's Ironman Endure 30 Shock 42mm Watch. It is about $43.28 and has a full 200m water resistance. While the Casio is a little cheaper, this is also an inexpensive watch which IMHO is a little more comfortable to wear than the Casio (that's why the Timex is my watch of choice on long international flights).

[@owenlaprath4135]

I had the smaller 800 version of that Casio (42mm instead 48mm). I bought for being Tough Solar ... and HATED it! It bit me on my 19cm/7.5inch wrist, so I do not even want to know what the bigger 810 would do! It went back to Amazon. The problem with Casio is, that most of their watches are now oversized and shaped like porcupines, that want to bite my wrist all the time. They are MUCH worse than Invicta in that regard, with Invicta actually being smoothly shaped and thus a lot friendlier to wear, believe it or not. WTF happened to the small and smooth Casios of the 70s and 80s I grew up with? They could have upgraded and evolved them with larger displays, and cases big enough to accommodate that, but smooth and without edges! But no, they had to turn them into weird fantasy military junk fantasies for teenagers on dope. The only one left for older eyes needing a larger display, which is also 100meter proof or better, is the Duro, but that is not solar, and just another battery eater. They are missing so much in opportunities for great watch designs. Back to other brands, for automatics and other, better solar watches! Sorry, Casio lost me a while ago!

[@gfeast4518]

The king turtle has been my biggest purchase in the world of watches, I got the green grenade one on sale at macys for 450 ish, and I really enjoy it

[@jacksonkillilea]

My first automatic was the leather strap Khaki King from Jomashop. Still love it.

[@chesneP]

Just pulled the trigger on a Glycine Combat Sub myself, even including the sea of micro-brands there isn’t a better bang for my buck in 2024! Can’t wait for it to arrive 😁

[@WestCoastAce27]

Great choices; I think you sold one of those Timex Expeditions to me. Our hobby creates smiles at all price points. 👍 I’ll throw a tweener in: another KZbinr (Vinny in the UK) mentioned the Ciga Series Z which scratched 2 itches - skeleton and in the RM shape- and about $250USD.

[@jorge23483]

Timex tickingness is not a bug, it’s a feature, it’s designed in purpose to constantly remind you the battery is charged, it’s the next big step after the EOL (end of life ) battery function 😹… I found the Boderry Voyager the direct competition to Bertucci, Titanium at very affordable price. Invicta too has a model pro diver in titanium, NH35 movement with 100m WR, a great proposition. As for G Shock, well I’m currently in my G Shock appreciation revival and I get the casioak, the Rangeman, the old G lide gwx 560. I’ve been a naughty boy 😅 Thanks for the video.

[@philippe4106]

Casio Oceanus T200 has entered the chat.

[@beverleynesbitt5406]

Just bought a addies dive 1000 metre dive watch with all the specs for $104 au, It’s a big watch for a small price.

[@mikewhite4988]

Jody you give us no chance been into watches for years but I never knew about timex expedition another one to be added to collection 😊

[@jonathanbeard7337]

Excellent as always Jody... love the proper pronunciation of "proven" at around 10:10. Aye...

[@SemiDad]

My “under $100 budget” collection: Casio Slim Solar ($38) Nautica Tin Can Bay ($39) Invicta Pro Diver auto ($45) G-Shock 5600 ($49) Casio Duro ($49) Seiko SND367PC ($78) Eco-Drive AO9000-06B ($98) And the one brand you omitted, Orient, my $200 Kamasu Chronograph Solar is fantastic! BTW, the Nautica by Timex is the not so boring Timex 🤪

[@cousinstu]

I'm a frugal fella... right now I alternate between a duro with a nato strap and the DW5600. Awesome watches, love them both for their differences. I'll roll with the duro and a sport coat anytime. It looks way more than it costs.

[@matthewsanders6499]

Love my King Turtle. Got it under 500 a few years ago from an authorized dealer, but I think they've gone up since then.

[@ryan_bitzer]

4:29 Hey! I'm wearing mine right now as I'm watching this video!

[@michelnarvaez2615]

I can't believe he didn't mention the Orient Kamasu 😢

[@IgorBagayev]

Or Mako 40

[@sainy375]

I bought one on Amazon and returned it really poor watch. The Triton model is much better

[@timcheeseman2956]

I'd like to nominate Brew Retrograph in the $500 range, cool and classy

[@herewegoagain...]

4:47 I had Journey playing in the background while watching this. It was great.

[@smalls03]

6:59 Nice, subtle switch of the watch!!

[@Uli4Munich]

Hey, congrats to 300.000 followers 👍

[@williamdelmar3964]

Big thumbs up. I have one of each of your $50 watches. (mostly on your recommendation.)

[@joshperkins197]

I'd argue that Hublot is the Invicta of the luxury watch world rather than the other way around.

[@electricgamez5415]

Is the combat sub really a better watch then the offerings from orient? I have no experience with the combat sub and am curious what makes it better quality?

[@larrylynch8113]

Casio duro wearer here … it worth every cent ; I even take it for diving it’s awesome

[@kauratool]

How about orient star 🤔 Good list though and thanks for the great stuff once again!

[@dudealbert11]

What are good grey area watch websites? Im really interested in the Citizen Tsuki Yomi in red. The other colors all are discount to about $600 but the red has been staying at a steady 850.00

[@colintipton3513]

Good call on the Glycine. It's literally the best value in mechanical watches

[@bbishop2009]

I got the Casio Duro and you are right about the size. I fight with it all the time as it slowly rotates on my wrist due to gravity. 😆

[@torgomax]

Bertucci solar composite model ⌚👍👀

[@davidconnelly]

Interesting that you never mentioned Ali. I wonder if this means enthusiasts have started to become a little bit less enthusiastic about that outlet.

[@EnglishTMTB]

Maybe - or maybe it'd come across as an Ali shill to include them, because as a value proposition the likes of San Martin can be very difficult indeed to beat. Quite tempted by one myself at the moment... SN004-Q-B - Bronze cased diver with an SW200 - under £400 (before any import, presumably, but still looks a bit of a bargain). I don't need it, and typically prefer to wear bracelets over straps or I might've already jumped - but damn it's a lot of watch for the money and that bronze holds some real appeal.

[@MattVogt2]

He actually did mention AliX, he specifically excluded it at the start as some people won't go there. He also excluded microbrands on the basis that they're frequently unavailable.

[@violinmke]

Baltany , Addiesdive a lot of them fit the bill even Boderry Voyage titanium field watch Their loss if they don't want them .

[@not-a-raccoon]

I'm a Ford dealership tech. And my dw5600 is my work watch. Indestructible, and thin enough to let me get into tight engine bays. Also cheap enough that I don't need to be precious with it

[@alexsavutube]

I keep my solar G-shock in a watch case with transparent cover on the night stand. In the winter it loses power 2 times and you only see it when you put it on. It then has to sit a couple of days near the window at wich point I'm no longer in the mood for it so it goes back in the case. To be honest, for my 15'ish watches colection, changing bateries every 3 years is less of a hussle than solar. Is not bad to lubricate the seals every 3 years anyway.

[@artswri]

Great video full of excellent choices. Love my Tissot (and Bulova). Thanks for avoiding Ali in this!

[@uaerjc]

Another good watches, Wenger, Luminox, Victorinox, seiko 5, orient and breda. I have a Wenger and I love it

[@aldub1263]

Seiko DressKX still holding its own in 2024 imo still enjoy wearing mine all the time

[@derbagger22]

I remember when Amazon had the Gentleman P80 for around $500. I got my silver dial, brown strap silicium for $360.

[@marianazgiri]

We also have the brands like Steeldive/Addiesdive on the Chinese side. Sapphire crystal, NH35 automatic movement, and full stainless steel for just around $50-100

[@jontpt]

IMHO, the Glycine is still the best value, all the way to and beyond $500. And they don't suffer from that dumbed down Powematic 80 thing...

[@owenlaprath4135]

I am actually looking at the Airman Contemporary Purist later this year ... if I don't get another vet bill for our little pooch

[@hotelbravo88]

The thing about Glycine being so thin is just that the bezel is thin. I have one, love it, but I don't understand why no one points this out.

[@jontpt]

@@hotelbravo88 what's wrong with a thin bezel?

[@e28forever30]

Boring looking watch, poor lume, no thanks.

[@hotelbravo88]

@@jontpt Nothing particularly wrong with it, just strange coming from Seikos, etc. And just strange that no one highlights it. I mean, any thinner and I'd worry about durability. I have the 42 bronze with dark brown dial and love it.