New UK Watch Brand. Cestrian Watches. Have they mastered it first time?

Cestrian Watches are a new brand under the umbrella of Watch Nation in the UK.
They have two lines
1. Cestrian Master Series and
2. Cestrain Dive Series
Made in Chester, England they offer superb quality at everyday prices.
The Cestrian Master Series Watch I review has hit the ground running.
Cestrian Watches know what they are doing with over 35 years experience in the business. Can Cestrian take on Chinese brands and win?
Find out in this review.
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[@cestrianwatches]

Thank you for great review! 👍👍

[@johnswatchjoint]

Thank you. It's a pretty good watch for the price. The consensus is that the bracelet would be better fully brushed with polished edges only and that the clasp should have at least 3 micro adjustment holes. I like it and would love it if you etched the logo into the crown as I am not sure about the resin lasting long term:)

[@cestrianwatches]

​@@johnswatchjoint Thank you for the feedback. We will definitely take it all into consideration 👍

[@gs8287]

Thats Ali Express money watch. Looks really good, great specs, super review John. I also like the Diver one too.

[@johnswatchjoint]

;)

[@JonTheComputerDoctor]

Your welcome and the diver will be on the way to you the middle of January. Great review as always.

[@johnswatchjoint]

Thanks Jon. Would not have been possible without your input. Take a bow! :)

[@TXTime1010]

I just bought this for my Dad who’s never had an automatic in his life. Can’t wait for it to be delivered so I can see him excited over FaceTime!

[@johnswatchjoint]

Great stuff. I am sure he will be delighted! Remember to subscribe for more content. New video out this evening ;)

[@vanged2468]

I have the dive watch, and I’m astonished by its quality. I’ll look forward to your review, but I think you’ll be really impressed with it.

[@johnswatchjoint]

It certainly feels like it will be a good one...we shall see ;)

[@grahamwallace]

Nice review! Just discovered your channel (now subbed) and good to hear another Scottish voice on the watch review scene. Great looking daily wear alternative to the Seiko SRPE.

[@johnswatchjoint]

Hi Graham and good to hear from a fellow Scot! Thanks for the sub. Wish you and yours a Happy New Year 🎈

[@ChrisIrish-op7ui]

I bought the blue dial version . Plus 2 seconds a day over 7 days…no grumbles there. The bottom of the crown lies flat against the case bit because of the inward taper of the case sides it does look as though it sits a little proud. Value for money definitelyand it does look classy.

[@johnswatchjoint]

Well done. For the money I think it's a good find and not the high Street norm : remember to subscribe;)

[@mauricemcilwaine8470]

I have the white diver one of the best divers i have.

[@somewhereintimewatchreviews]

These look pretty good & great value for your hard earned cash. I've seen these on the watch nation website had my eye on the diver for a while. They definitely look like they've got watchshop & their depth charge & slipstream ranges in thier sights. I have to say these look like a winner to me.👍

[@johnswatchjoint]

Hi Adrian, yeah it punches well above its weight :)

[@10121]

I just bought it after this amazing review. I really liked it It looks gorgeous , I fell in love for it and choosed the blue dial . Can’t Wait for my new Watch

[@johnswatchjoint]

Well done you! It is a great watch for the price and it is also good that you can get it very quickly in the UK. You will like my next video due out on Monday evening. If you haven't subscribed make sure you do, to catch the new content :)

[@10121]

@@johnswatchjoint ❤️

[@DM-yq3pr]

The blue dial and champagne dial are 🔥.. I’m in the north west so I might take a trip to Chester and check out watch nations shop

[@johnswatchjoint]

Sounds good!

[@benfearnhead9851]

Great discovery and cool to find such a sturdy looking British brand and affordable to boot. Maybe I’ve misunderstood the orientation issue with the lume but with the date window leaving no baton at the 3 position I guess that would let you know which way the watch was lying. Having seen your review I’m genuinely considering ordering one as my rainy day watch due to the water resistance. Many thanks

[@johnswatchjoint]

Hi Ben and thanks for watching. No matter what watch I have, when I wake up bleary- eyed at 5 in the morning my head just doesn't work ha ha!

[@davidshemilt9577]

Love it,

[@johnswatchjoint]

Cheers my friend ;)

[@gorillasinthewrist]

It’s a decent effort, a bit shiny but a decent price for thespec

[@markgoggins246]

Just purchased one very nice but would still have preferred a locked down crown

[@scatterbrain9490]

👍

[@maninthestreet01]

I got the grey sunburst dial version of this watch. I bought it last month when a 15% discount was on offer.

[@johnswatchjoint]

Well done sir!

[@mr_bisley]

Lol, honest truth, just today I thought, hey, I really want something that looks like an explorer in my collection.😂 great specs and looks very good too, but I wonder if these misaligned dots would bug me… I really do like to stare at the watch on my wrist. 😅

[@johnswatchjoint]

To be honest, in daylight you would really have to nitpick to notice. It is a great watch for the price. Thanks for watching. Remember to subscribe:)

[@MrVasaldo]

for the price it's a good offer

[@johnswatchjoint]

Absolutely 🤗

[@kiethhumphreys7241]

Hi watched your video, and bought the Cestrian watch Sunday 5th march on amazon it arrived Sunday night its kept great time in fairness. But the glowing super-luminova is rubbish.

[@mauricemcilwaine8470]

The answer is YES, I have the white diver

[@johnswatchjoint]

👍

[@miss2369]

It really looks great wish it was not so polished

[@ronb4115]

Received the blue. My only issue is the dimensions, case size x thickness x lug to lug makes it a bit chunky looking and disproportionate. Also, the case back protrudes past the lug tips, so the watch doesn’t sit perfectly flat. This will be a return.

[@johnswatchjoint]

Really? Most viewers have loved the dimensions. It even sat beautifully on my wrist. It's a different story for the diver though as it is big.

[@ronb4115]

@@johnswatchjointI should clarify, on the bracelet the weight of the bracelet keeps it close to your wrist, but I wanted to use a leather band because I think the bracelet is just “ok”. With the leather band the lugs don’t conform as well due to the protruding case back, so you can feel the uneven distribution more.

[@LexAngel]

Thanks for the review. Very informative. I've just returned a Seiko 5 Sports 5KX (SRPD59K1) with the orange dial. I was very excited by it, but when it turned up, it had obviously been opened before and returned, and I'm guessing that was due to a white dot on the inside of the crystal. Very annoying. However, as was about to order another, I started looking at alternatives and found the Cestrian Dive Series, so I'll be ordering the Tiger (orange dial) one at the weekend. It's slightly bigger, which I actually prefer. It looks better quality than Invicta or Orient's equivalents and has a screw down crown amongst other features the Seiko doesn't. If I get time, I'll post some pics with a link. I'm no good at video stuff! Thanks again.

[@johnswatchjoint]

Hi Lex and thanks for watching. In the video I thanked the chap who directed me to Cestrian. He bought one of my watches for sale on eBay and we got chatting about a Cestrian Diver he had bought. He suggested I have a look at the brand so I bought the master series watch. He has kindly offered to send me the watch in the next couple of weeks to review. Just thought I'd let you know before you take the plunge. My reviews are honest and unbiased as they are not sponsored or I pay full price for my review pieces 99 percent of the time. Remember to subscribe;)

[@LexAngel]

@@johnswatchjoint I've subscribed, but I won't be waiting! I can always return it if it's disappointing, but I have a feeling for £135 (or whatever I offer!), it's going to be a keeper! I'm going to take them up on the free strap adjustment when I place the order too.

[@johnswatchjoint]

@@LexAngel Great stuff. You can always send me photos via email so we can compare colours . Thinking of setting up website and Instagram page so we have more of this kind of thing ;)

[@LexAngel]

@@johnswatchjoint Great idea. Especially the Instagram for nice close up shots.

[@LexAngel]

Hello again! I'm going to taunt you for now. After some problems with WatchNation service, I got my Tiger Orange Dive Series today. I have to say I'm literally blown away for the price. If you think the one you got was good for the money, the finish on this is better. I'll sort some pics out for you in the next couple of days. I'm 99% sure there isn't a better watch available for the money. The dial is just plain but a lovely orange nonetheless, but for the fit and finish of the rest, I literally don't mind at all...

[@joewiltshire73]

Great review and a lovely watch. I’m very tempted but my wrists are just over 7.5 inches in circumference, do you think it would fit and look ok?

[@johnswatchjoint]

Hi there and thanks for the question. My wrists are 6.75 inches in circumstance for reference. I am afraid only you can answer that question based on what you like to wear and what feels comfortable. If you are older like me then you probably wore smaller watches in the past. For the last decade watches have been dinner plates....thankfully the trend is back to smaller again.

[@anthonydevono8833]

Looks ok lot of competition in the cheaper end of market invicta/steeldive etc

[@johnswatchjoint]

Yep and it's a good opener. Be interesting to see how Cestrian develops :)

[@dddddonk]

Wow, what a great looking watch at this price. Is the dial matt or glossy? I jumped back and forward so much during your review, i might have missed you mentioning it 🙃 Edit: cancel that question, I just had a look at their website "polished dial". Thanks for the great review 👍

[@johnswatchjoint]

Thanks for watching. Remember to subscribe;)

[@craigweston5371]

Impressive, from more than 12 inches away it looks as good as any £300+ watch! Just improve the clasp. Good job.

[@johnswatchjoint]

Thanks Craig. Have a great Christmas 🎄:)

[@stepheng623]

In fairness your paying double the price or more for certain Seikos that have a rubbish stamped clasp so I think the milled clasp on this is pretty sweet considering the price as it's normally the first thing to suffer on a cheap watch

[@miss2369]

Is it a strap monster?

[@johnswatchjoint]

It sure is ;)

[@Happyfacehotwheels]

Cestrian... sounds like a Aliexpress special. Nice looking watch though. 👍

[@johnswatchjoint]

Cestrian means "of Chester" and Cestrian watches have their headquarters there.

[@Happyfacehotwheels]

@@johnswatchjoint Good to know, thank you.

[@klmktmklm]

Hi, do you know what's the s/day rate and bit rate? Thanks 👍

[@johnswatchjoint]

Hi there. Sorry if I understand your question, you wanted to know how accurate the watch was? It was well within recommended specs but each watch will vary. Hope that helps.

[@klmktmklm]

@@johnswatchjoint thank you for answer me, i bought the master series champagne, didn't arrive yet, I hope the watch does not disappoint me!

[@johnswatchjoint]

@@klmktmklm Great watch and I think you picked the best colour :)

[@CliffR]

That's an autobot logo, watch out. One day you'll be looking for your watch and find a robot in your back yard

[@johnswatchjoint]

Haha.

[@asensibleyoungman2978]

Kids wear it on the wrist bone.

[@johnswatchjoint]

Huh?

[@asensibleyoungman2978]

@@johnswatchjoint It's a recent fad to wear a watch over the wrist bone. It's what kids do. A watch should be worn past the wrist.

[@johnswatchjoint]

? As far as I know I haven't said otherwise? But when it comes to wearing a watch or jewelry or T shirts or certain colours I believe we all have the choice to do it how we like. I don't follow...I do I'm afraid :)

[@asensibleyoungman2978]

@@johnswatchjoint Seeing someone wearing a watch over their wrist bone smacks of someone who doesn't know what they're doing. They always look like a kid trying on dad's watch. watch any film, interview or piece of footage from the past and you'll see people wore their watches behind the wrist bone. There's a reason for this.

[@johnswatchjoint]

I am really sorry but as I said I would never tell anyone how to do something and when it comes to me wearing watches, I will wear them how I like. If this upsets you then all I can suggest is you don't watch my content? I will continue to wear watches the way I feel suits me. No offence intended I am just a normal guy who enjoys watches. That's it :)

[@kamran102]

Extremely cheap for what u get!

[@johnswatchjoint]

It is indeed....and I will be reviewing the dive watch from the range in a couple of weeks ;)

[@LivingArtsCo]

Uses Seiko movement, seems just a branded chinese watch... Uk company has 1 man, an accountant.

[@johnswatchjoint]

You do realise how many of the world's watches use Japanese Automatic and Quartz movements!!!??? They are used because they are robust and reliable. How many reliable British cars Are on the road?

[@LivingArtsCo]

@@johnswatchjoint I love Seiko! Owned a few. Just saying It is a UK company, making it sound like it it is all manufactured there etc, a great UK company, is what I was referring to.