Maurice Lacroix Aikon Automatic 39 mm Review

[@SwissCoinsulting]

I bought the 42mm Aikon automatic with black dial in 2019. Now, its 2023 and I still can't stop staring at it all the time. It's just wonderful.

[@josephknecht4272]

Maurice Lacroix is one of the most underrated watch brands. Currently, it probably offers the most horological bang per buck of any brand.

[@josephknecht4272]

@Frank Andreas Bauer Agreed! Add Baume & Mercier to the list.

[@basedpatriotLT]

Elaborate on why it is underrated. What brands are no better, but cost much more?

[@lunzje]

@@basedpatriotLT Tudor is a good example - take the Royal series for instance.

[@johnanthony6704]

Orient star🤫

[@AliAbbasi-nn4on]

Maurice and CW are both up there.

[@adamwalker5817]

My fiancée bought me this watch off the back of me showing her this review. Love it and an excellent review.

[@alexdoherty6810]

Maurice Lacroix have nailed the design on this, perfect for people wanting to scratch that AP Royal Oak itch, but still keeping it sensible price wise

[@WatchUnwind]

Exactly , and they are a legitimate watch brand it’s not like they are a no name brand. I think it’s a great watch, they could have easily charged 3k instead of going under 2. With the quick change straps would look great in leather or rubber as well

[@antonhallergren588]

@@WatchUnwind rubber is coming soon

[@WatchUnwind]

@@antonhallergren588 to me rubber is usually my go to for my life style and comfort

[@lunzje]

@@WatchUnwind agree with you and the OPs comments. A flattering watch that's clearly inspired by the AP RO but still manages to have its own personality. With regards to the rubber straps, do Maurice Lacroix sell them separately? I know buying the 39mm doesn't necessarily come with additional straps.

[@WatchUnwind]

@@lunzje I’m not sure. I wish all of these RO style watches would come with easy interchangeable strap options. The zenith defy comes on braclet, leather, or rubber but it’s a super big pain to switch it out to the other and you have to buy separately. Giant missed opportunity. Not sure what the case is here

[@andreaiacolina]

The more I look at this watch, the more I think this would be a perfect watch for me...

[@nicholass9591]

Really this is the best alternative to the royal oak out there... all considered a fantastic watch for the price.

[@larsstougaard7097]

You deserves it after crazy 2020, its december, its time 🎅🎁🌟

[@georgipavlov4639]

This or frederique constant highlife?

[@zman8340]

@@georgipavlov4639 this .

[@AliAbbasi-nn4on]

@@nicholass9591not the best but up there.

[@moonsmilelucide]

This watch in 39mm is best in my opinion because it draws a lot of attention being quite flashy. I've seen 42mm and its much more bulky and then with the flashiness it goes a bit in overkill and loses some of its charm. The 39mm gives you this stylish beauty on your wrist which definitely takes people attention but without forcing it and that gives everything more class in my opinion.

[@cihanctnkya]

Evet haklısınız 39 mm duruşu 42 mm e göre daha tok ve zarif duruyor 42 mm çap büyüdükçe o tok ve zarif duruşunu kaybediyor sanki bu dediğim aikon modellerde geçerli tabi

[@BalsaRadunovic]

I totally get your point, while at the same time I must ask: Since 39mm doesn't work well for people with big hands, the creator said it in the video. It's for small to medium hands. So I believe that 42mm would be a better choice for a guy with big hands, maybe it would look okay because of it's hand size. What do you think?

[@ianferris]

Wow what a good timing ! I’ve obsessed this piece for the past week and planning to get it ASAP !

[@TeddyBaldassarreReviews]

Let me know if you have any questions about it! Would love to have your business. [e-mail]

[@HRM.H]

This watch has grown on me over time. First i hated it , now i love the look of it.

[@tennisace101]

When I first started getting into watches,I thought this watch and the Rolex Explorer were the ugliest watches on the planet and now after a few years into watches, they are my favorites. It's weird how acquired taste works in watches just like in food.

[@humblewiz4953]

💯💯

[@karam2388]

I recently bought this. Totally different and outstanding watch in this range

[@James.008]

If your looking for a royal oak inspired watch at a reasonable price and dont want to sacrifice on specs this is a wonderful choice well done Teddy 👍🏻

[@maisonestates]

These watches deserve full respect; I have 3. Excellent value for money and quality.

[@tejindersingh3694]

I purchased it today.. my second Swiss watch as an enthusiast.. its worth it

[@stevenfoleyuk9404]

Ive bought the 42mm with Green Dial . I love this watch , i wear it daily for work and going out . Still looks new and is very hard wearing watch . I would not hesitate to buy this watch again .

[@curtydbikes]

Congrats man, the green looks sick af

[@kingborat8696]

What is your wrist size?

[@stevenfoleyuk9404]

@@kingborat8696 6.5 inches

[@kingborat8696]

@@stevenfoleyuk9404 may I also know where in UK did yoy buy this watch? Or how

[@stevenfoleyuk9404]

@@kingborat8696 the green dial Aikon was purchased online .

[@TunaToons77]

Ive had a ML Miros Coussin (Peseux hand wind model) for 15 years. Every watch person and even a watch repairer has been impressed by it. You don't see them in the US a lot so it's really unique in that way.

[@Raufm3]

Nice! It looks like a 20k watch, isn't it?

[@markbowenagates1987]

This watch with the anthracite dial and gold hands is my favorite.

[@michaelfierman3256]

FWIW whenever I get a notification on my phone that you have released some content I always have that feeling of "I can't wait to get home to watch "

[@daviddavve]

Awesome review! I just ordered it after watching this! I could not resist! :)

[@mvrdamonxy7942]

What size and color dial did you get

[@bestvaluewatches]

It’s such a nice design! I think they make a very well made watch that’s worth the price. I can’t wait to purchase one myself one day in the future!

[@adrianlim116]

When you want a Royal Oak but you are just a normal human being. I think this is a great watch for the money.

[@12801270able]

Bruh, this looks better than the Royal Oak. Furthermore, it has its own unique, idiosyncratic design and character. If anything, you can say it's inspired from the Genta designs in DNA, but it does not look like the Royal Oak at all, sans the bracelet as a design basis.

[@noelmurphy3450]

Really like the new channel Teddy - Cheers Noel

[@michelangelochecchi1869]

I like this one better than the AP royal oak

[@RcKis0]

Just got this watch for a steal - $1799AUD, absolutely loving it

[@andrewhinds1449]

Bought one for my birthday. Beautiful watch.

[@TeddyBaldassarreReviews]

Happy birthday!

[@b_altmann]

Considering that the GP Laureato and the Chopard Alpine Eagle were also inspired by the Royal Oak, but cost £12000, this is quite a good deal. The finishing on the Tissot PRX is just ok for the £600 it costs, the Rolex Oysterquartz it’s slightly unaffordable and well the CasiOak mods are really straight copies for which you might get attacked in the dark alleyway 😂

[@romanopeterj]

Great video Teddy and thank you for reviewing this 39MM version of the Aikon. I see nothing wrong with the design, so many watches have been inspired by models before. This serves a real need of a sporty dress watch competing with micro brands like Monta, but also with established brands like Longines, Tudor, Omega. I live in Manhattan and have never seen one in person, but as an everyday day work watch I see it as a great value plus it has that screw down crown and 100 MM water resistance.

[@TeddyBaldassarreReviews]

That is true about inspiration. Most designs are not as pure as what they come off as. Thank you for watching, Pete!

[@b_altmann]

200m actually

[@rollinontwentytwos]

Just brought this .. excited to see it!!!

[@kkcwl]

Value for money and enjoy best features from AP royal oak, GP laureato and VC overseas.

[@emadali3997]

The Middle East Limited Edition Arabic Dial Tiffany Colour is absolutely a stunning watch just great & amazing.

[@raven_of_zoso455]

Teddy, I just got a message that my relatively low-ball offer on a nicely used 39mm Aikon just got accepted. I'm really excited, I genuinely think the more brutalist design suits my style, and a pretty good design and finish for the price range it is offered at.

[@filippomirci5578]

How much were you able to spend getting a used one?

[@bobbydazzler1780]

Cool watch at a reasonable price. Yes, they should have supplied the blue dial with a matching blue date wheel as the white stands out a bit too much. But it’s a fun homage piece at a non too ridiculous price.

[@WatchUnwind]

Would have been a nice touch

[@b_altmann]

Not all Royal Oak models have colour matched date wheels

[@josephbaldwin7191]

Anyone else hoping they release a 39mm white dial version? Would buy it tomorrow if they did. *sigh*

[@SunsetSheen]

🙋🏻‍♂️

[@tveirken1]

Thinking of buying one. Other spec tho nut still... it's an extremely fun thing to feel and to look at. Been to my local shop and had a fit... it's nice! Great addition I'd say!

[@drewsykes8152]

The shade of blue is just a touch too light and inky. Would love to see a white dial in 39mm.

[@zakali4195]

Take a look at the green or grey dial. I would prefer the blue to be a little darker too

[@lunzje]

@@zakali4195 I know this is a very late response, but the dial doesn't look as light in real life as it appears in this video. Would highly recommend viewing in person.

[@acunacorporations]

Dang, back at it again

[@Leonnetje.]

Love this watch. I would buy it if i got the money for it...

[@nicholass9591]

And this piece is presented as an affordable option to an even more expensive piece: the royal oak! That one’s 20,000 my friend.

[@chrishammer5925]

I really like it..... I already have very original watches. But I don't have 20k to spend on a watch, or more now actually. This one just may be for me. lol

[@boika1905]

i will be seeling this watch on chrono24 next week (1180€)

[@steven821130]

Really like this one, but at the similar price I would go for Tudor 1926, which has screwed links and well-modified ETA 2824.

[@SunsetSheen]

What is the lug width? And what does the bracelet taper down to at the clasp? Love the watch but I’ve never been able to find this information.

[@deniscekovski3484]

Hey ! Love the video. It helped me a lot because I’m deciding between watches and I’m pretty sure i will go with this one. The other watch i was thinking is Tudor Royal. I don’t know a lot about watches but I would really love one of those. Any tips or what should be better for my first “luxury” watch ? Thank you, Have a nice day 😊

[@AmiAmaZe]

Also choosing between those two and i will go with Aikon.

[@dimitrisbastas739]

At that price range a longines record chronometer is a better choice as concerns the movement?

[@wazatam]

Hello Teddy i follow you from Italy congratulation you are always perfect!I loved this watch and I always thougt "yes this watch will be mine" but now with the new Tudor Royal what do you thing?is it the perfect choise?like Gerald genta style I mean....thx

[@jamesmochel6024]

Teddy, how would you compare this to the Tissot PRX? It seems to have a few advantages including screw down crown and 200m WR.

[@munzirrafik7753]

tissot prx is less shiny . but its quite affordable tho

[@antonhallergren588]

I say get the aikon grey market for 1400 or less and then get the prx in quartz for 350. It's less than retail of the aikon and you have two to alternate between. The aikon is by far the better watch though. Both punch way above their weight, the aikon I'd say is comparable to a 3-5k dollar watch in terms of finish while the Tissot is more like a 1 thousand dollar watch. Both are great options but I'd say the prx is more of an homage than the aikon, to the oysterquartz that is.

[@DaneFerolin]

I keep coming back to watch

[@1uis1o]

Hi Teddy! How would you compare the Aikon vs the Bell&Ross BR05 in terms of quality, finishing, and versatility? Is there a rubber strap option for the Aikon?

[@georgipavlov4639]

Hi teddy really like your content. What you think Aikon or frederique constant highlife?

[@jb9303]

Beautiful watch, but what is it like interms of sell on? So if i decided to buy one, wear it for a couple of years and then go to sell it, would i even be able to sell it? If so what would i be losing on it

[@oOGamblerOo]

I'd say at least -20%. This is not a brand of stable value or even gaining value, just look at common price offs on the models and you will get a feeling for it

[@BrianMiller-yg6dp]

Just got one, and the case looks way smaller than I expected at 39mm.

[@Rasukix]

would you be able to review the 35mm?

[@efeegemen7979]

I have 6.6 inc-17cm wrist.. which one should i buy? 39mm or 42mm🤔

[@Michaelsimeon333]

39mm. We have the same wrist

[@lorithorpe3502]

ive just got this one as i love big watches , but a quartz one in blue with blue lines across , i absolutely love it , & it's quite a heavy piece too , but it makes you feel elegant when you're wearing it lol , even though it's a mans watch .

[@rollinontwentytwos]

SO my blue dial isnt as blue as the one you have in the video is that expected? it comes more of a grey

[@giovannicarmona7792]

This or Tag Heuer Aquaracer Calibre 5 41mm? Im in a tough place to decide which to buy, especially I have a smaller sized wrist

[@zachscheel3784]

Unfortunately bracelet does not taper nearly enough

[@Thiago-qt3tw]

Great Video. Question, Maurice Lacroix Aikon or Ball Fireman Victory with Clous de Paris dial?

[@tejaskothari673]

yay, another review! How often will you post here?

[@TeddyBaldassarreReviews]

I am going to aim to get one of these out a day in the future. Will take some time to get that flow and to get ahead to do that. That is the goal though!

[@lndyrd]

Teddy, I would like to ask, for this watch (and perhaps other similar ones), does Maurice Lacroix do the finishing of the Sellita movement themselves, or they order it finished and with the custom rotor from Sellita? From what I know, Sellita sells movements of different finishing grades and also make custom rotors for clients.

[@julianmcwey866]

Just bought the 42mm at a massive discount !!! Very attractive watch!!!

[@iamLODD]

How did you get the discount mate/what was it? And where did you order from?

[@jaer.6540]

@@iamLODD grey market

[@zillsburyy1]

excellent bracelet!

[@Substraal]

Best watch they produced...i love it

[@Beck-Stein]

Is this watch 3x better than the Tissot PRX 80 ?

[@Michaelsimeon333]

Yes

[@SwissCoinsulting]

Yup

[@amaneetbrar5628]

Great Explanation

[@matthewcoupeofficial]

PRX dial, Royal Oak braclet and their own bezel… nice!

[@musanetesakupwanya1050]

I'm saving up for this watch

[@bRabbit120793]

Will this watch work with a suit or is it too sporty?

[@tejaskothari673]

Will you review affordable watches in the future (Seiko, Orient, Citizen, Oris) ?

[@TeddyBaldassarreReviews]

I want to focus on just reviewing watches that I have available for sale on my website. I don't want to spoil too much, but the answer to your question is yes given the brands you mentioned and what I have in the works.

[@syedmohdfasihnaqvi155]

Is Oris an affordable watch? 😢 Damn I need to study harder

[@humblewiz4953]

@@syedmohdfasihnaqvi155 yep

[@eduardomorales2379]

You really gonna make me wanna spend $2,000 on a watch 😖😖

[@WatchUnwind]

Do it !

[@ChaOmI100]

JUST DO I T !!!!!!!

[@larsstougaard7097]

Its time😁🖐

[@Kunal0103]

Hey Teddy i am Kunal From Mumbai India I am a huge fan sir I would like to buy the same watch from your website could you please tell me the difference between 39mm and 42mm please reply thanks in advance.

[@TheZibil]

is it possible to shave down the bezel to make it more like the royal oak?

[@persissharon9181]

It looks elegant to see n also to wear hope so .. 🥰😍

[@chrisdestro1450]

Will they make a rubber strap to this? I tried it on with the leather but with that kind of water resistance I would take this to the pool with a rubber strap.

[@antonhallergren588]

They do now. But the bracelet is amazing so get that and then get the rubber

[@SwissCoinsulting]

There are rubber straps

[@YannBula]

I'm curious as to why I can't find any of your videos mentioning bvlgari watches. What's your take or a pros take on those?

[@pegarciamarta]

This one or the Seiko SPB143?

[@zakali4195]

If you're looking for a diver cough up the money for a black bay 58 and you won't be disappointed you can find them anywhere between 1.5k to 4k depending on the colour on the grey market. It's an absolute monster for the money.

[@michaelfierman3256]

well that's a handsome watch for sure.

[@joytekb]

All good but in reality to shiny for me. But i love Royal Oak so.

[@mrand3r50n3]

Somehow the dial works better on the 42 mm version for me. To me, in this version the dial looks too small and the bezel too thick. And for me 39 mm is too small anyway. I have a Samurai and a 41 mm Presage, I think an angular case at 40 mm would be the smallest I could go, a round 39 mm case Tissot PRC 200 looked too small. Anyway, nicely done review and great macro shots of the dial.

[@efeegemen7979]

39 or 42 Which one should i buy? I have 6.6inc-17cm wrist

[@mrand3r50n3]

@@efeegemen7979 I would go for the 42. I have the same size wrist.

[@sarsiemanuel9229]

Great review Teddy. What is the diameter of the crystal on this 39 mm model? I have the Tissot PRX 40 mm automatic. It’s 1 mm larger than the Aikon but has a slightly shorter lug to lug. But for me, both the Aikon and PRX practically have the same lug to lug length. Knowing the diameter of the crystal on the Aikon will tell me all I need to know about how it should look on my wrist. Thank you

[@richardbosh4522]

They feel great and quality on the wrist ML and Tissot in the end I sold both of them felt like I was wearing a copy.

[@You-in6lm]

Tudor royal v Aikon ?

[@Michaelsimeon333]

Same question but i'll go for tudor royal

[@alvinkoh5556]

I would have this watch over an AP any time because I couldn't afford a royal oak.

[@hgonz14]

I just picked up the 42mm version as I have a bigger wrist and can't wait. This watch looks amazing in person and for 1/10th the price of an AP I can now pick up the Christopher Ward C1 Moonglow, Tudor Pelagos, and the Omega speedmaster moonwatch. With plenty of cast to spare.

[@alvinkoh5556]

@@hgonz14 Agree. :)

[@BushStig]

What is the likelihood of them releasing the bronze-cased variant in this size?

[@TeddyBaldassarreReviews]

I would say it is unlikely, but perhaps it could work on a rubber. We will see!

[@monvici]

That watch looks better in leather band. I don't know why, but to me it looks.

[@TruckeeDoggo]

If an AP Royal Oak and Omega Constellation had a child, it would be this

[@WatchUnwind]

For the money not bad at all, can find them used for even less

[@ms97-studio9]

Only brand that copied Royal Oak and didn't fail I love this watch I have one of them

[@WatchUnwind]

@@ms97-studio9 congrats ! This watch looks awesome, haven’t got to see one in person yet

[@marcd7332]

$2000 watch with screw down crown and 200m WR, take notes AP…

[@almac9203]

AP have huge waiting list and sell for way over retail on the secondary market so I doubt they care. AP is right up there with Rolex for resale value.

[@emmezeta]

Love it

[@kimmie1957]

Unisex? Is this for women too?

[@donisiciliano]

Am gonna buy one.

[@syedmohdfasihnaqvi155]

😂

[@hunghuynh7597]

Chiếc đồng hồ đẹp quá đi mất , ước gì mình có khả năng mua được , tiết rằng không thể ???

[@ChaOmI100]

Yes

[@jonjohns7080]

Damnit I’ll probly get one

[@97Sohaib]

AP Royal Oak alternatives video?

[@TeddyBaldassarreReviews]

I have done a couple afforadable alternatives to luxury watches on my main channel if you have not seen those yet. For under 2k this is the best one.

[@syedmohdfasihnaqvi155]

😂

[@TheZoog15]

it's better than Royal Oak, and 10x cheaper

[@Necromanter]

A very unpleasant thing about this watch is the date disk, which does not match the color of the dial, as in the black version of the watch. I still don't understand why they did such a stupid thing.

[@Raufm3]

Cost savings

[@watchalot919]

So much more expensive in the UK

[@AnonUser-rh7xt]

Or you could go to NYC and get a closer homage to the Royal Oak for $150.00-$300.00. Just sayin why bother.

[@graemeyetts3465]

Nice Omega inspired case. Decent watch. Power reserve Not great.

[@deepeshpv6729]

AP lite

[@lysonsze1867]

i have get a real and fake aikon on my hand. ML didn't provide series no. start from 77xxx/76xxx ... so the 3:39 is a fake watch without warranty.

[@firathepirat]

Dumb who fakes a ML

[@AMogus-jr6qk]

Insta gang!

[@thegirthquake8574]

Looks very much like a Royal Oak

[@furqanqasmi9321]

Uor achhi achhi ghadi bhejo sar

[@goche8046]

Beautiful watch, but 38 hours is not much.

[@Michaelsimeon333]

So get a tissot powermatic or prx. 70 hours

[@goche8046]

@@Michaelsimeon333 I have the prx, beautiful watch, but it doesn't get much wrist time with me. Sadly, it somehow doesn't really look good on my wrist.