Phylida 🌘 Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch 🌒 ST1901 Homage Comparison 🥊 Honest Watch Review

[@TheWatcherReviews]

Phylida are actually coming in at a very good level, i was impressed with their aqua terra and even this one looks great and agreed, better than the rest. That seagull movement is awesome. Great review

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

I completely agree with you mate. I love their Rolex GMT homage too.

[@Fatholien]

Yeah the aqua tera just arrived the other day and it's a fantastic watch for the price. I got the black and yellow one.

[@anothercanucknoob4433]

@@HonestWatchReviewsHWR I have been a huge fan of the Pagani batman .. i actually scooped a jubilee and Phylida lumed bezel to swap onto it... and a Phylida GMT black with green hand... I can't wait to compare the Phylida to the Pagani !!!

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

@@anothercanucknoob4433 You'll have to let us know you think when you've got them all.

[@AlexanderB.]

That's a nice offering by Phylida, especially as this one does apparently not have QC issues. Always nice to see the ST 19 movement. And even with its effective lug to lug distance of the bracelet it looked good on the wrist. I just wish they had made it a little thinner.

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

Quite a bit of the thickness is down to that top hat crystal though. So I can forgive that personally, as I just love the distortion you get from it.

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

The standard dial version is currently out of stock. I've contacted the seller to see when it'll be back in. Once I hear back from them I'll update here. ⭐ UPDATE ⭐ I've just heard back from the seller that the standard dial version will be back in stock next month. For now though, I've also included a link to the Tintin dial version in the description as well. Which is in stock at the moment.

[@davedawber527]

That ST19 movement is handsome for sure. The TinTin version is in my cart. Great review. Thanks

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

Yeah I think so too. Don't forget to use my affiliate link if you do pull the trigger on it. It really helps to support the channel.

[@WristWatching]

Great review and comparison between the three! The Phylida does look a level above the others. Hope they address the endlink and microadjust issues in their next iteration.

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

Yeah with those slight alterations it would be fantastic.

[@drwindsurf]

The Phylida is really nice looking chrono...and I love that they are using the ST1901. Thank you for a great review and comparison! 😊👍

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

Cheers mate. Thanks for watching 👍

[@96kyh]

Thanks for the review of this somewhat hidden gem, I haven't heard of this brand before. Though it has shortcomings as you've pointed out before (biggest one is the protruding mid-link), I think it's a great alternative to the Speedmaster, with a Seagull auto chronograph movement and affordable price.

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

I actually have a review of another one of their watches too. Here's the link is you haven't seen it already. kzbin.info/www/bejne/b2rSiKdjbbx3rLc

[@EliteSim]

Great comparison mate and you can really see the difference between them. The phylida for me is the winner even though it's more expensive it just has so much about it without any real major drawbacks. I think they did a fantastic job with it.

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

Cheers mate. I agree with you. It's just a little bit of a shame about those male mid links. Also I'd like some micro adjust too really. But other than that it's great.

[@EliteSim]

@@HonestWatchReviewsHWR absolutely, they do make it wear it a bit odd and micro adjusts would be great too. But I agree, it's a fantastic watch overall.

[@THEMADWATCHCOLLECTOR]

Yes really good comparing video matey!

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

Cheers mate 👍

[@kiwilonewolf]

This review has changed my mind. I was planning on getting the Corgeut, but the comments about the bezel are spot on and to be honest, a mechanical chronograph for not much more? I'm sold!

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

I'm glad the review helped. If you do get one of these, please consider using my affiliate link.

[@SirWatchGeek]

Great comparison video! Lovely watch, especially with the gorgeous ST19 movement!

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

Thanks mate. I do love these movements. Like I say in the video, I've got a few pieces with it in now. Rock solid movement and it looks great too.

[@MichaelWilliams-mo1vv]

The Phylida is very similar to the 'Alpha speedmaster'. They are both nice watches and the cases are almost identical. A word of caution and it would be interesting to hear other views: the bezel insert on the Alpha which looks identical to the Phylida sits flush. I've only had my Alpha 5 weeks but noticed that the bezel insert is prone to scratches and dings. I'd be amazed if the bezel insert lasted 6 months. I hope I'm proved wrong. Also with the Alpha the display back 'glass' for the Seagull St1903 seems very light and worries me that it may break easily . What do people think of the Phylida bezel insert and strength of display back crystal?

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

Thanks for the heads up. I'll be sure to keep an eye on that.

[@drbop6951]

Great video. That Phylida looks good for sure. Will look out for one hopefully. Btw. The bracelet extension on a chronograph like this is meant to go over your racing suite sleeve so you can track lap times as you drive. 👍🏼

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

Thanks for watching. That makes sense.

[@JonTheComputerDoctor]

A screw-down crown is not really appropriate for a manual wind movement. I have the TinTin and its a fantastic Watch, especially on a thick vintage leather strap. Great review thank you.

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

I know, you're right... Like I said in the video it's just a weird quirk of mine. Thanks.

[@JonTheComputerDoctor]

@@HonestWatchReviewsHWR I can appreciate that, keep up the good work.

[@kirkdyer89]

The band with female end links is available, makes a big difference

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

I've got one of them on the way.

[@Crackity_Jones.]

Im liking the Phylida. looks a different level to the others. Pity about the strap issues. Very useful review, thanks

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

I'm glad you found it useful.

[@johnanth]

I would buy the pants off a Grey Side of the Moon homage! It's my grail, but far too large (they've never made a reduced version) and too expensive.

[@dhlarsen8810]

Very helpful video. I was thinking of the Pagani Design 1701, as I already own the 50th Anniversary homage, which is very beautiful but has the VK63 mecaquartz movement. I thought of getting in 1701 in black and white, but from your presentation I can see that the Phylida is the perfect choice over either the 1701, or the other two you reviewed. Thanks again.

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

I'm glad the video was helpful. This does have a higher level of finishing and overall build quality that the Paganis. Also you're obviously getting the mechanical movement as well. The only issue is that these tend to sell out pretty quickly though.

[@Mannin_Watch_Time]

Hi Viper, Honest Watch Reviews. You mentioned you would prefer a screw down crown however as this is a mechanical manual wind watch that would be a little unusual. 70m water resistance is great considering most wouldn’t dare even doing the dishes with a chronograph like this. I think they really pulled off the look 🤩!

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

I know, you're right... Like I said in the video it's just a weird quirk of mine 😛

[@Mannin_Watch_Time]

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[@NhanNguyen-ci6bb]

Do you turn the threaded crown clockwise or counterclockwise to wind the barrel? (PHYLIDA)

[@Darklanza]

Great video. What's the watch in the middle of the watch case you got there?

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

Thanks. I've added links to the description for all the watches in the watch roll now.

[@Darklanza]

Thanks man!

[@aaronbiddulph1442]

Really like that phylida watch but the lack of micro adjust puts me off to a point I’ll not buy it. Why put that massive dive extension on a watch with no screw down crown and low water resistance is baffling! Personally love the longer in depth reviews/comparisons when justified. Great video!!👍🏻

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

It is a battling choice to make. That's good to know. I'll only do them when they're justified though, don't worry.

[@nintendokings]

Actually love the look of that blue Corgeut!

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

Have you watched the review for that one? kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y4axkGp5ibebjMk

[@matt-sm5eu]

I'm dying to get a hold of one of these Phylida Speedmasters, but they always seem to be sold out. I've seen they also do a calender version just like the Bliger.

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

Yeah they are very popular.

[@nodaswardenaar]

Im looking everyday on the store but they come in 2pc or 1pc once a time, today I'm very happy to get one

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

Congratulations. I'm sure you'll love it when it arrives.

[@EscapeWheel]

Nice review! been waiting for this one. Mine is on the way and I'll be doing a review on it as well. I think it's hard to beat this currently. you pointed out my concerns with the other speedy "chronographs" on the market. the only other one would be the Alpha Speedmaster.

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

As long as you're aware of the male mid link increasing the lug to lug and the lack of micro adjust... I think you'll love it. It's a great watch.

[@EscapeWheel]

@@HonestWatchReviewsHWR very aware. unless the bracelet surprises me (in a good way) I don't think it'll be on there for long. I have plenty of straps for it.

[@3rdstone1]

Great review. Too bad about the L2L size on the Phylida since the bracelet seems really good otherwise. It wouldn't work on my tiny wrist. But there's lots of various nice straps that would look great on a watch like that, like the black one you showed. And yes, the ST1901 movement is totally gorgeous.

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

Thanks. Yeah I'm sure this thing will be a strap monster.

[@commentjedi]

Thanks for this review. This watch has the same end-link issue as the Alpha Moonwatch. They should shorten the end-link and curve it down more. But then the lugs would also need to curve down more.

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

That would be great. But then I guess it's not like the original design.

[@commentjedi]

Honest Watch: I checked Perth Watch comparison. Maybe just shorten the end link to match the ends of the lugs, then curve just the middle-link down more so the rest of the bracelet (attachment hole) is lower.

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

@@commentjedi Yeah that would work.

[@goodwolf152]

For what it's worth, a screw-down crown on a mechanical hand-wind movement can be a real pain in the neck. Because hand-winding watches have a hard limit on how much you can wind them, you never know how close you are to the end, and if you go too far, you can't screw in the crown until you let the movement run down a bit. So in essence, you can't ever fully wind the thing, because you may end up not being able to screw the crown in. So at least in the case of the Seagull ST19, I quite prefer a standard push-pull.

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

Yeah that's a good point actually.

[@roydoorenspleet1548]

There appear to be a fair number of third party bracelets aimed at the speedy wouldn't that be a good alternative?

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

That could possibly be an option.

[@WindItOnTheMove]

Quite like it ..sub dials remind me of the speedy reduced 😊

[@juniorjohnson5961]

I'm on the fence about Homage watches I do have the INVICTA pro diver that was given to me , as far as buying a Homage I'm not sure I'd buy one ! Good review keep up the good work 👍

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

Perhaps try something more like this instead then. kzbin.info/www/bejne/nKaTnJ-YqbR_kK8 It's not as obvious an homage. Also I highly recommend it too.

[@juniorjohnson5961]

@@HonestWatchReviewsHWR I watched the video nice watch , I bought a Steel Dive Aviation bronze Sterile Dial I'm liking - Received a Arogon Dive Master 42 mm last week absolutely love it you should check them out $189 great watch !

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

@@juniorjohnson5961 They do look like great value for money. Did you buy it from their website?

[@juniorjohnson5961]

@@HonestWatchReviewsHWR Thank you for getting back , I was given the watch by one of the owners of the company , I've become friends with the family , You should check out the Flippin Zippo channel Sunday at 2pm here in the states the owners come on often , it's a great watch⌚ show 👌They post a link everyone is welcome to participate !

[@roydoorenspleet1548]

Thanks Viper. ..tempting =} I'd wear this sort of watch on a leather and canvas/nylon strap anyways - being the size it is a bracelet just makes it too "loud" on the wrist ^^

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

This standard dial version seems to be out of stock at the moment. But the Tintin one is in stock. I've messaged the seller to see when the standard dial one will be back in. So when I find out I'll let you know.

[@SoCalWatchReviews]

Great video man!

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

Thanks mate.

[@scatterbrain9490]

They look so good when on a band or strap

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

They look pretty damn good on the female end link bracelet as well.

[@chrisc475]

Best looking Speedy homage I've seen. May have missed something, but it looks like the 6 sub dial is the time hours, not the chrono hours. Is that right? If so id find that frustrating as there's already a perfectly good hour hand in the middle!

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

You are correct. Sorry I didn't make that more clear.

[@Nigel-nar53]

Looks a nice watch but I'm not into the TinTin version. Do you know what movement is in the 60quid version? 👍

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

Which one do you mean?

[@markdrummond7]

Had two of these phylida watches (tintin versions) in the last month. Returned both with defective crowns. One was so stiff you couldn't wind it, the other would only adjust hands one way. Shame as they are stunning.

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

That's really unfortunate. Perhaps third time lucky 😉

[@relaxingambientsounds7365]

Can that same st1901 movement fit inside the bliger case perhaps

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

Possibly. I'd suggest asking the seller of the Bliger case perhaps. They'll probably have more of an idea than I would to be honest.

[@relaxingambientsounds7365]

@@HonestWatchReviewsHWR thanks for responding appreciate it

[@relaxingambientsounds7365]

@@HonestWatchReviewsHWR at the price point of the bliger it's worth putting the st1901 in it to make it a chronograph watch

[@funkmon]

Wow! Looks awesome!

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

It's a cracking watch for the price, despite the issues with the bracelet.

[@burger659]

and what about the pagani 1701 ?

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

I've reviewed that one too. kzbin.info/www/bejne/e5WuZaqYjrmZrqs

[@nenadkojic7125]

Phylida would have been better to disable the 6 o'clock sub dial at 12 and leave it there. Pointless tracking the main hour hand.

[@rafyh2811]

Hi Is there a WHITE dial version?

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

Not as far as I know.

[@frosty97]

There is a white version now! But sadly this is not a chronograph 😢 It‘s a calendar watch like the Bliger! But they are out of stock most of the time. 😢

[@reallauradee]

I'm intrigued, but they need a better logo.

[@JPTRAN]

I received the watch a few days ago. Nice watch with a crap ST19 movement inside. I had to open the watch to fix 2 of 3 issues. (Spring of the minutes register gear not in place, minutes hand jumping to the next minute 1 second in advance, No gear sharing between minutes register wheel and intermediate wheel when the watch is flipped dial downward) I did’nt return the watch to fix everything myself. There is no professional quality control. Shame!

[@goodlifebdg]

Hollow end links !!??

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

No, they're solid end links.

[@goodlifebdg]

Honest Watch Reviews oh okay, shape looks like hollow. Thanks. Please review paulareis speedmaster automatic. It cost $30

[@WorthAWatchReviews]

Great review as always, although my girlfriend walked in on me watching this @7:25 and thought she caught me watching a porno 😂

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

🤣🤣🤣 What did she say when you showed her what it actually was?

[@WorthAWatchReviews]

She found it funny 😂 I did get, "Oh, it's another watch video. I thought you already got a couple of that type?". She'd probably be less bothered walking in on me watching a blue movie than me spending more money on yet another chronograph 😂

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

@@WorthAWatchReviews Brilliant 🤣

[@r_ramendump9681]

is this piece no longer available, the new one is kinda dull compared to this, it no longer has the see through caseback

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

I think it's just out of stock at the moment.

[@r_ramendump9681]

@@HonestWatchReviewsHWR ah, thanks, will check it in a month or so

[@yes-hun]

Where can i buy that watch ? Link doesn'r work

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

It's out of stock at the moment. They sold really well. I'm sure they'll be back in stock soon though, because they're so popular.

[@yes-hun]

@@HonestWatchReviewsHWR Thanks 😊

[@yes-hun]

@@HonestWatchReviewsHWR Do you recommend this watch??

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

@@yes-hun Yeah definitely. Apart from the slight issue with the male end links, it's a really nice watch.

[@sethyvisoth]

It's out of stock now 😀

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

I just noticed that too. I've also included a link to the Tintin dial version in the description as well. Which is in stock at the moment.

[@sethyvisoth]

Thanks, I'd love to check it out.

[@Robert32064]

A classic combination is a Speedy on a Milanese. They are inexpensive and look great.

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

I've not tried that yet.

[@patrickp5645]

You need to reduce glare off the watches

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

This is one of my older reviews, so hopefully I've improved since doing this one.

[@BarbaraA.MertzRN-CCRN]

NOTE: This site now states: "Sorry, this item is no longer available! "

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

Yeah it's out of stock at the moment.

[@BarbaraA.MertzRN-CCRN]

@@HonestWatchReviewsHWR Now THAT'S probably YOUR fault - for putting together such an attractive and informative video article! The sales probably went through the proverbial roof! Keep us up to date!! Keep up the GOOD work!

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

I might have had something to do with it, yeah. Sorry about that 😉 I'm glad you're enjoying the videos. Thanks for watching and supporting the channel. I'm sure they'll be back in stock soon.

[@campaspe810]

Always seem to be sold out

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

Yeah they seem to sell out as soon as they come back in stock everytime.

[@chrisb.h4605]

just save up and buy the real thing... homage watches are a waste of money..

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

No, you've got that the wrong way around. Luxury watches are a waste of money. You're literally paying a premium just for the name.

[@chrisb.h4605]

@@HonestWatchReviewsHWR It's not just the name , it's quality and will last , these won't , and it would cost 3x as much to fix or service them.. so you'd throw them away... and if you ever wanted to sell one.. what's it worth then , £10 to £30 maybe ? whereas some Omega speedmasters go way up in value or at least keep good value , as long as there looked after , but each to their own ... I just wish these companies would use a design of their own and make something original ... and ask yourself ... out of the people that buy these , what percentage would actually rather have the real thing...

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

@@chrisb.h4605 I've got homage watches I've had since 2018 and they're still working flawlessly. Just because something is expensive, doesn't mean it's good, and vice versa. For example I've got a watch that has a hi-beat movement, sapphire crystal and solid stainless steel bracelet. Which only cost me £34. If you're interested here's the link to the video. kzbin.info/www/bejne/rZu9mYmgr7iXmMU I'd rather put that kind of money towards a car or a holiday than a watch.

[@chrisb.h4605]

@@HonestWatchReviewsHWR Ok I've watched that review , BTW that diamond/sapphire tester should go red all the way to the end ,and maybe beep (depending on model) yours is showing they are mineral crystals , my point is I know somebody with a seagull movement and it doesn't keep time , it's all over the place loss and gain , and it was only worn for a few years , and is currently ten years old and not used anymore , with respect , if you were saying Tag Heuer then yeah.. totally not worth the money ,as quality isn't great and Rolex , yes for sure , your paying for the name and hype and a status symbol , just out of interest , how many watches do you own? and maybe check out some sapphire/mineral tester reviews... it's estimated that a sapphire crystal alone is around £130 to produce ..

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

@@chrisb.h4605 That's incorrect. If it went all the way to the end, then that would indicate that it's diamond, not sapphire. Hence the name, 'Diamond Selector'. Yeah they're probably better examples, of where you're paying more for the name. But my point still stands. I own and have owned a lot of homages watches, as well as microbrand ones too. You can get great value for money with them. In some cases they can be even better than the originals. San Martin for example make better spec'd and built homages. Which also cost less too. So you're basing your argument that all homages are crap, just because you're mate has one faulty watch? As for sapphire crystal costing £130. That's not even close. It's far cheaper than that. Obviously it depends on whether it's flat or domed of course.