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[@caktaylor]

The 8315 also has a longer power reserve. I think it's 60 hours (compared to 40 hours in the 8215).

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

Oh ok. That changes things a bit then. Thanks for the information 👍

[@jasonbostock408]

some nice picks here I have a tandorio in my basket at present great content as always

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

Cheers mate. Which Tandorio do you have in your basket?

[@jasonbostock408]

@@HonestWatchReviewsHWR Tandorio 39mm Pilot PT5000 NH35A

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

@@jasonbostock408 It's fantastic value for money isn't it?

[@dunderhay9169]

I have just ordered that Seizenn watch, wife doesn't know yet! I think it looks great and worried your video might mean there weren't any left! With a couple of vouchers it was just under £94 including the VAT 👍

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

I won't say anything 🤐 Which dial option did you go for?

[@dunderhay9169]

@@HonestWatchReviewsHWR Exactly the same as yours, I really like the dirty dozen style train track chapter ring. The sub seconds would have been great if it didn't have a ridiculously short hand.

[@In.New.York.I.Milly.Rock.]

I'm gonna keep it 100, I don't think it actually matters how any of these brand names are supposed to be pronounced. It's just some made up bullshit they came up with anyway lmao Nice choices tho, will take a look at those on the sale! My Pagani BB58 is looking lonely in the cart

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

😆 Sometimes that is indeed the case. Which of these might make it into your cart then?

[@doron5472]

Hi James I bought a chronograph watch sugess I bought from your affiliate link. But I did not receive a coupon, and there was no significant discount.

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

Hi, thanks for using my affiliate link. You don't get a coupon when using the link. You have to click on the coupon bit in the listing and get it that way. Like I show in the video. Then if you have any coins you've accumulated you can use them as well to get more off too.

[@johnjones928]

I have to correct you on the Berny railway watch, the numerated dial version DOES have a sapphire crystal.

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

Oh yeah, you're right. Thanks for pointing that out.

[@WesWatchRoom]

Brilliant choices mate, wish someone would make a doxa sub 200 already, I do like the 600 but my favourite is the 200. Really liked the look of the Sugess chrono too and of course you can't go wrong with the Berny.

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

Cheers mate. I'm sure someone probably will. The others ones they've done so far seem to have gone down well. Which dial option would you go for with the Sugess? That Berny is just ridiculously cheap isn't it?

[@cosmonz]

Yes! A Doxa 200 homage would be way up my list 👍🏻

[@AlexanderB.]

The Seizenn is such a beautiful litte watch, the case is so nicely proportioned. It's the nicest looking of all W 10 homages. It's a shame it only has mineral crystal which essentially killed this watch for me. The San Martin clearly has some Omega vibes. The case without crown guards is reminiscent of the Aqua Terra, the dial minute markers call to mind the Planet Ocean. It's actually quite nice and may be worth a second look if it houses an 8315 movement.

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

Yeah I love the case on that one too. If it had sapphire it would be even better. The San Martin has definitely taken inspiration from a few different watches. Which I think all adds up to make a really good looking watch. It's so well made too. In terms of build quality and finishing, it's their best so far.

[@benjaminkenny8492]

Another good and honest video james. Some nice watches. 👍

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

Thanks. I'm glad you liked it. He's another one I've done, with some lesser known watches too. kzbin.info/www/bejne/eJ_UompsrJqYisk

[@candide1772]

I really like the cushion case on the Seizenn, and it's a great size as well. I think that is the one for me off this list, but you have some great picks here.

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

It does look really good doesn't it? I always try to mix things up a bit, so you guys aren't just seeing the same watches in every one of these types of videos.

[@3rdstone1]

Great list. That Berny was too tempting not to get in the sale last fall. An automatic Sea-Gull movement for that price is ridiculous, even if it's of course their most low tier/quality one here. Only thing I wish is that the hands were a slight thicker (a common design issue on lower end AE watches). It's also quite hilarious that the only lume on that watch is randomly on that little round piece on the seconds hand lol. I had a good laugh noticing a very small point glowing before I turned the lights on at the bathroom, wasn't expecting that. The leather strap on these are surprisingly really good. Really smooth and very comfortable, I wish they would've been in 20mm instead of 22 so I could use it on more other watches (it's that good IMO). The Feice looks very nice (the name though..). One mm or two smaller would've suited it better though IMHO. But it looks really great.

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

It's crazy just how much watch you can get for that little money isn't it? The lume, or lack thereof, is really weird though. What's the lug to lug on it like?

[@garethbain7477]

I love San Martin watches...HOWEVER...they can't keep increasing their prices and sticking sh*t, outdated miyota 8000 series movements in them. It really doesn't sit right with me...it's like they think their customers are idiots. I've bought 3 or 4 limited run microbrand watches recently for the same money as a San Martin containing an 8000 series movement. San Martin need to sort it out. I won't be buying any soon.

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

For this price they could definitely have included a 9000 series movement I think. But other than that. The build quality and finishing is top notch.

[@XjohnjohnX88]

@@HonestWatchReviewsHWR the Miyota serie 9 is cheaper than the PT 5000?

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

No, the PT5000 is cheaper. That also would have been a nice option as well.

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

Someone pointed out to me that the 8315 has an increased power reserve of 60 hours, as well as hacking.

[@tedblack2415]

Even though i'm steering away from A-X watches Gotta say for value the Tandorio looks extremely tempting with the pt5000 plus though its not featured here the Ironwatch 38mm pilot on bracelet .. hmmm huge sigh 🤔.

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

Yeah Tandorio watches do offer fantastic value for money. I don't think I've seen that one. I'll have to check it out.

[@neilredmond1011]

Jody on just one more watch said the original design watch you featured is the best watch he has ever seen for under $200 what more do you want

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

Yeah I'd say it's San Martin's best build and finished watch to date.

[@neilredmond1011]

@@HonestWatchReviewsHWR thank god coz I ordered one 😂😂 👍

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

@@neilredmond1011 Did you go for the 8315 movement option?

[@neilredmond1011]

@@HonestWatchReviewsHWR yeah that seemed the better option

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

@@neilredmond1011 Yeah that 60 hour power reserve. It's a really nice upgrade. Did you use my affiliate link by any chance? 😉

[@Aw008]

if the Rolex submariner , Tudor black bay and omega sea master 300 had a baby it would definitely be the san martin

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

It's quite a combination isn't it? When you say it like that, you'd think it wouldn't work. But I think they've nailed it.

[@georgef1020]

stay away from the sugess i had a watch from them didnt even last three months. Sugess hasnt helped at all ignore the problem until it goes away tactics

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

I'm sorry to hear that. I've reviewed and own quite a few Sugess watches no and never had any issues myself. What exactly was the issue with yours?

[@maljones.8737]

I've got 2 had them a while and had no problems either Keep on to them mate.

[@stavros_katsopr]

Thanks for the interesting recommendations James. Be well mate, cheers.

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

I'm glad you liked it mate. You too.

[@felo6035]

Great list James...some awesome watches for sure 👍

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

Cheers mate. Which ones are your favourites?

[@felo6035]

@@HonestWatchReviewsHWR I really like the Seestern 600T homage and Sugess Chrono.....

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

@@felo6035 Are you tempted to get either of them then?

[@felo6035]

@@HonestWatchReviewsHWR I'm tempted to get both....have them in my basket with your links...

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

@@felo6035 Thanks for using my affiliate links. Which dial options are you going for?

[@maljones.8737]

Great stuff mate thanks.James

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

Cheers mate. Did any of them stand out for you?

[@maljones.8737]

Yeah the blue san martin and the orange hiemdallr.

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

@@maljones.8737 I see you've got good taste too 😉 The San Martin is absolutely fantastic. The build quality and finishing is probably their best yet. Are you tempted to get either of them during the sale then?

[@maljones.8737]

I hope so .I am up to 60 watches now.its to convince the minister of finances that I need another one.🤣🤣🤣

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

@@maljones.8737 🤣 If you've got that many already, I'm sure they won't notice you slipping a few more in 😉

[@avecbuddha576]

That new doxa homage from seestern looks amazing!!

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

If it's anything like their other ones, I'm sure it'll be great.

[@tee_m]

Great picks!

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

Thanks. I'm glad you liked them. Had you seen all of these before, or were there some new ones in there?

[@tee_m]

@@HonestWatchReviewsHWR wasn't familiar with the titanium heimdallr. I do view a large amount of watch content though!

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

@@tee_m I think most of us who are interested in budget watches do. That's why it's difficult to try and find new ones that haven't been seen over and over again. I'm glad I managed to find at least one then. It looks like a great deal doesn't it? Are you tempted to get one during the sale?

[@tee_m]

@@HonestWatchReviewsHWR bit expensive for me at the moment. Got my eye on a Chameri grand Seiko homage, maybe a new pagani, also really tempted on one of those California dial bubble backs. I've got 46 watches to consider in my basket right now lol.

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

@@tee_m It's going to be difficult whittling that down.

[@stephenb7528]

I saw that San Martin and thought "seamaster". But after looking closer it's got enough about to be original. I like it!

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

That one is really well made. I had a similar initial reaction as well. But it does have a few little bits that help differentiate it doesn't it?

[@stephenb7528]

@@HonestWatchReviewsHWR will you be doing a full review?

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

Yes I will. I just couldn't get it out in time for the sale though. So I wanted to at least get this mini review done. To show you guys just got good it is. Incase you want to pick one up during the sale.

[@rozinant1237]

What is original about the San Martin? looks exactly like every other Rolex clone out there.

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

@@rozinant1237 You just need glasses, as if anything it looks more like a few different Omega's.

[@ThePlaiibox]

Ali express: Where watch enthusiasts go to die.

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

AliExpress Sale videos... Where watch snobs come to bitch and moan. Because they get to see what value for money really looks like.

[@JasonTheWatchGuy]

@@HonestWatchReviewsHWR Man has 260 videos with the same amount of subs...classic study of jealousy right here 😂