Squale 1545 - Rock Solid!

[@thomasshaw4173]

Another great Squale. I got this one for Xmas. I now have 3 Squale in my collection. This is overall the best homage of the Submariner.

[@langstonbraxton8621]

I realize Im kind of randomly asking but does anyone know a good place to stream newly released movies online ?

[@chrisjct2095]

@@langstonbraxton8621 no

[@pastfinderfrank]

JUST received this exact watch from Gnomon. Profess I like it all in all. My "free gift" was a polishing cloth with the Gnomon logo in gold. Shipping was DHL, nice and fast with no issues. The watch itself is nice. The arrow and lume pip on the bezel is a bit sloppy in finishing but everything else seems to be fine so far. There is no serial number engraved on the caseback but checking other places appears to confirm this is normal. Hopefully the wear will confirm this one to be a solid addition to the collection. Fingers crossed.

[@fourthwatchman]

Late to comment but to call this a submariner homage is a tat of an injustice. Google Blancpain 1545. Squale made these cases for Blancpain since the 60s. The current 1545s are just a tribute to their past.

[@sinesaii]

I had a green one many, many years ago (also fromGnomon, a great place to buy a watch online). It had an aluminum bezel and no cyclops. It was. Great watch. The bracelet was especially good. The ETA 2824 was insanely good. I have had really good luck with ETA 2824 / SW200’s, and terrible luck with 7750’s and 2892’s. Similarly, I have had great luck with Seiko 4R, and terrible luck with 6R movements. My biggest issue concerned the printed dial (I need applied indices). Had it existed then, I would have purchased the Cronos with an SW200.

[@MikeyFraz1]

Really like that one. Especially in the line up, it’s just got something the others don’t.

[@mrlong6267]

I got mines 1 year ago and had a plague of issues. However they have all been sorted out by shipping it back twice to Gnomon. Costed me $45 US each time but their servicing department finally delivered properly on the warranty. Overall the size is perfect, the bezel is sublime, and it does wear real comfy. Lume does not last long at all. Pretty weak compared to my Steinhart Ocean 1 GMT in titanium

[@DerpEye]

The good thing about this watch is its size: there are almost no mid-sized divers anymore, especially in the mid range watches. After flipping a couple of Squale 50atm, a pair of Seikos, i finally got a second hand Seamaster midsize.

[@beastly16]

Love your camera work and the quality of this video! Thanks for reviewing these smaller brands that still have plenty of history even though they are not entirely mainstream. Keep the videos coming!

[@r3dsnow757]

I just recently got the Ferrovia variant of it. Painted indices as well. As far as i know there are models with applied indices, eventually it is up to personal taste, applied indices do give nice depth but painted indices have a more utilitarian tool look.

[@lenpowell6647]

Just a nod to a comment below ref.winding down and rewinding.Good comment.I only have a few autos but all got better in way of +/- after a "running in" period.I guess its like any machine.The more it runs the sweeter it runs? Cheers.Len.

[@artieshell9205]

Have to say…. And no one ever says it. We appreciate that you take the time to pop a link to show the back. Most don’t bother and it’s just awkward. Thanks!

[@r3dsnow757]

some watch reviews i've seen they don't even bother showing the clasp or bracelet, can you believe it?

[@87Cloudwalker]

Great lume shot! I wish all lume shots were like this. It’s super helpful to see the max lume and how it fades

[@lj9655]

It’s not a simple hommage of the Rolex Submariner. Squale in the past has produced cases for Rolex. Really love this watch. I have different versions of the Rolex Submariner, but I think that one day I’m gonna add this Squale to my watches collection. For the price it costs it’s a very good watch for the every day use

[@automaticdial1]

That is right! People don’t know they made watche cases for tag Heuer, Rolex, doxa, sinn,Altanus, Blancpain, Spirotechnique, and Many more!

[@chrismenes4995]

I really like Squale. Their watches have good fit and finish and so beautiful. Recently I picked up the GMT.

[@HarryUnchained]

I've had one with the old aluminium insert a few years back. it didn't last a week until i sold it. surprisingly enough, i can sell it at the same price i bought it (or more) because at that time this particular model has been sold out. i just didn't click with the watch, i think the lume on dial was thinly applied, crown a little too big and didn't like the new von buren logo. i bought a 50 atmos and much happier with the watch. whatever i felt with the watch at that time, i think the overall quality is good. the case has amazing finish and sits much better than steinhart on the wrist.

[@Billeh556]

I had the heritage root beer bezel black face, aluminum bezel. Loving the new ceramic offerings. I know quite a few guys who have subs and wear these as daily beaters. Great watch for the price. Also, if you’re looking for applied indices then you need to go with the classic.

[@TheSpritz0]

Squale's are BEAUTIFUL!!!

[@neilhennessey2821]

Got to agree with you .I have the 1545 heritage ceramic bezel , I love it 😻

[@eamonnjwiles]

I bought the 30 atmos version of this watch 10 months ago. It's a little bigger than I'd like, but it's been a great watch. I last set it almost two months ago and it's less than -14s off. I realize that may be an outlier, but that's 0.2 seconds a day. I've noticed no QC issues at all. I get the homage criticisms, but for what it is, it's a great watch. Also had a good experience with Gnomon.

[@gaj5701]

Have you let the watch run out of power yet? The ETA movement in my Steinhart OVM39 was running +10 seconds consistently from when I first wound it then I left it at home for a long weekend & when I re-started it, it's been running at +0.7 seconds. Might be worth a go to see if this one drops the same 👍 Nice watch & I definitely know which one of the trio I'd buy 😃

[@JungleEddie]

It did the trick for me too. Mine is down to less than 2 seconds per day after running down completely.

[@puscifer99]

Great watch, I went with the classic since the dial seems to be a little more refined.

[@shawngrosser]

any video with this t shirt is great! I'll be singing Brazil all day!

[@guylezius9775]

I have two Steinhart watches, love them, also have two Phoibos watches, again love them can’t fault either brand, the Squale 1545 root beer is next, it will be interesting to compare the three brands for my self, great vid sir 👍👍👌

[@Spartan-PI]

Just got the Phoibos. Incredible watch for the money! Squale should have had applied indices. Can’t wait for the head to head. GREAT work, as always!

[@situation_zero]

I would have bought the 20 Classic if I were you. Glossy black dial and applied indices give it a higher-end feel and more visually interesting. Yes they are smaller indices, but not by much--more of a medium size.

[@neilhennessey2821]

Gotta agree with you the 20atmos 1545 classic is a beautiful dial & watch in general , just snagged one from Gnomon ❤️

[@RobertBrownieJr]

Beautiful. I love my 1521 but for a submariner lookalike, that is pretty amazing for the price. Love Squale

[@BANHMIZON]

I had a very bad experience with Gnomon; they shipped my watch which had bent hands and claimed to have shipped the replacement handsets for me twice. I emailed them after not receiving them and they eventually stopped replying to me. They also forgot to include a warranty card with my watch.

[@honghaoliu5548]

Why not return or exchange it?

[@gregburville3368]

If I received a new watch with bent hands, I'd expect a replacement watch, not replacement hands.

[@BANHMIZON]

@@honghaoliu5548 Well, they stopped responding to me, so how am I to be sure that they won't simply keep the watch after I send it back? They're also based in Singapore -- the costs of shipping would be tremendous, and I'm not sure that they would reimburse me for it.

[@honghaoliu5548]

Milford Cubicle maybe keep emailing a bit more? I didn’t like the watch I bought from them so I just returned it for a full refund, they didn’t give me much trouble except for saying something I thought is QC issue as being normal

[@mr.b7014]

I had a bad experience with Gnomon as well. I received my Steinhart OVM39 exclusive, with the worst bezel action -next to impossible to turn. I sent the watch back to them (they paid) for repair. They sent it back to me after they 'repaired' it.. It still has the worst bezel action out of all my divers, even my $80 Invicta pro diver!

[@A_Dude_And_His_Watch78]

Got mine back in April. It really was between this and the Steinhart 39. This video and Random Rob helped me to chose the Squale. While I think the Steinhart has a better bracelet, I liked the legibility of the bezel on the Squale and the magnification of the cyclops is spot on. Definitely a keeper for me.

[@gavingodfreyYT]

Matt Cowan I am debating a similar choice with the Christopher Ward in the mix.

[@A_Dude_And_His_Watch78]

@@gavingodfreyYT Christopher Ward is a nice watch for that $1000 mark. Only thing I don't like about them is how they place the name at the nine instead of the 12. I like the Squale for $570 from Gnomon. If you have the $1000 I might suggest the Squale and then get the Steinhart OVM 39 for about $500. I love the classic looks of the milsub.

[@gavingodfreyYT]

Matt Cowan is that the vintage gmt steinhart?

[@A_Dude_And_His_Watch78]

@@gavingodfreyYT it's the vintage military model. It looks like a military watch from Omega and Rolex from the 70's. Check it out. It's gorgeous.

[@gavingodfreyYT]

Matt Cowan yeah that’s an awesome watch.

[@anthonyfmoss]

Jody - just to say my “Mocktail time” arrived a couple of days ago. The same brown one as yours. Hasn’t been off my wrist since. Absolutely love it. Insane AR coating and all. Fortunately didn’t get the same QC issues as you. Now one of my favourite watches. Gives me so much pleasure. Thanks for digging in the lower reaches of AliExpress, GearBest etc. for us.

[@JustOneMoreWatch]

Mate, that is good to hear! Hold tight, I have a Top 10 Chinese Specials video coming this weekend...... Cheers!

[@brucecameron7172]

Gidday Jody, recently, I was close to buying a Steinhart but something was holding me back. On watching your video of the Squale 1545 Maxi I changed my mind and ordered from Gnomon. Placed the order last Sunday and it arrived in my PO Box today, in North Queensland - 4 business days ! The watch is bang on to what you described, really awesome. So just wanted to thank you for your review cheers mate

[@pauldelarzac615]

I got a steinhardt ocean one gmt titanium from gnomon. The customer service leading to the buy was good. The watch came but the gmt mechanism was broken. It was loosing about 2 hours a day . Gnomon agreed to fix it, but I had to pay for shipping from canada . Have not recieved it back yet. But so far so good. Disappointing about the ETA movement. Never had any problems with my nh35s....

[@АлексШапира]

Thats a nice watch. I hesitated between this one and the certina ds action diver but finally chose the certina because of the 300m water resistance and the iso 6425 certification. But no doubt, squale makes great watches. Next one will be a squale ❤

[@darrenfry4695]

Hi great show, love this watch ,after seeing this on your wrist I've now got to get one LoL ,cheers Jodie

[@mrlong6267]

Plus I got my Smurf blue with sunburst dial it really pops! I chose my version since it did not have a cyclops crystal which makes it look much more clean and not like a Rolex at all

[@AleRama.]

You should move the regulator to fix the +14 seconds per day. I did it many times on my seikos and other watches.

[@JungleEddie]

Over 10 seconds per day I would have an ETA 2824-2 regulated. I don't feel comfortable doing it myself.

[@surfitli]

I have the Green version but an older pre-Cermanic bezel version. The green does not have a cyclops, I personally think it looks better without it.

[@chevyguy2346]

Jody great video as always. Love your content and reviews. Amazing timing as I have been looking at Squale and looking on Gnomon... so glad to have a review from you that mentioned both. Keep up the fantastic reviews!

[@DrifterGaming]

Would love a comparison video with the Ginault (throw in the Steiny as well). Thanks for the vid!

[@ryanroda61]

Great review Jody. Picked one of these up recently and I absolutely love it. Cheers!

[@Xoan-Diaz]

Hello, do you know why Squale does not sell these watches on their official website and only through sellers such as Gnomon or Long Island? Thanks for the review!

[@theSUPERmere]

I believe these "homage" models are exclusive to Gnomon as the distributor.

[@richardnewton9411]

Definitely my next watch. My current dive watch is the seiko skx007 and I have an orient ray 2. But this one sure looks the business. Just unsure about the vintage looking dial. Applied indices look far nicer than painted, more dressier. Correct me if I’m wrong but didn’t the original Rolex sub have painted indices too? Would settle for a Tudor black bay but it’s out of my budget. Just recently purchased a Hamilton Khaki Field Automatic 38mm on a bracelet, definitely think your channel should review that watch. It’s a great watch, my first Swiss made purchase. Kinda looks like what Steve McQueen would wear in the great escape, I know he had a Rolex speedking on a leather strap in that movie but it just gives me that vibe.

[@ratedm90]

I have all of those 3 watches you mentioned. How durable has the khaki been?

[@gamestar8180]

Will you be reviewing the new 1545? The new design looks more in line with their vintage pieces.

[@BobbyLegs]

Bummer. I didn’t get a leather pouch when I ordered my Squale Tropical GMT from Gnomon a few weeks back. Perhaps since I live in the US the added size added to the shipping. Great watch though.

[@leoyeh9958]

Man for some reason it seems like the one I got was old stock since the numbers on thebezel don’t feel so “white” it had more of a metalic finish I was questioning if it was aluminum or ceramic

[@nicholaspreiss]

I have the blue version. I'd rate the Squale dial as my favourite Sub-homage dial - Squale got the dimensions spot-on! And that sumburst blue...! (Disappointing diver's extension, tho - it rattles rather badly...)

[@rip.tear.]

Is the dial a proper black in person, I was a bit disappointed with the Steinhart as its not far off gray?

[@kman4310]

Squale have done it again.

[@Sillybollox1966]

Harry Tuttle. Problems with your heating?

[@drwindsurf]

Great review Jody, thank you. I am looking forward to the comparison video. :)

[@dhavalbharvad2013]

great video as always.. Please review the squale 101 atmos.

[@savvylifestrategies9445]

Jody, for $570 you can almost buy two Phoibos PY007s ($295). Is it twice as good as the PY007, which I purchased on your recommendation? And, I'm glad I did :-)

[@FALLERModellbau]

Great review, Jody. I look forward to you duelling the 3 homages against the original Sub.

[@jakdrpr7376]

Watch the Squales prices go thru the roof soon!!!!

[@navajasrs2402]

Ha, you get a Swiss movement at +14 seconds per day instead of a Seiko at, what, +4 with all that extra speed only costing 300 extra dollars. Still waiting for someone to explain to me the draw of ETA 2824 over things like the NH35-38.

[@JustOneMoreWatch]

I'm going out on a limb here mate, but I'm guessing that you aren't all that impressed with the 1545?

[@navajasrs2402]

@@JustOneMoreWatch HA! Yeah. But you're as impressive as ever Jody, so it all works out. :-D

[@DM-rc4yu]

The 2824 is overrated. Miyota 9015 is better in every way and doesn't get the credit it deserves.

[@Spielen89]

navajas rs well if you’re going that far why not get a quartz for a few dollars? 😂

[@urieelSEptim]

Pretty easy to explain, the eta is thinner and better finished. And it can be regulated to be more precise than the seiko

[@7rslender]

Nice review. I still think that the Steinhart is the better watch. Can't talk about the build qualitiy of the Squale, but I just like the looks of the Steiny lineup. A friend just got a OVM 39. An icredible piece for the price.

[@eliaswevers911]

You have to look at steinhart they make also submariner homages for 400 dollar and that is also swiss made with the eta 2824-2

[@WrongTimeWatch]

Will you be able to include a Steinhart in your comparison?

[@themadrazorback2019]

Very informative, as always! You Da Man! (sorry, couldn't resist...)

[@ryan_bitzer]

I honestly have never been a big fan of the Mercedes style hands. The little crest above the text at the twelve o' clock is making my OCD go nuts because that throws off the symmetry so much! Although, I love the polishing on the bezel. Now, I know this isn't relevant to this particular video, but on a different video of yours, the best joke you've ever made is, "Welcome to 'Just One More Watch' where the videos last longer than an Australian prime minister!" Hahaha! I'll never forget that. * Googles "longest term from an Australian prime minister" *

[@andrei-cosmin.popa85]

Nice Invicta homage, but for an extra 100€ one could get a somewhat original design, better movement, applied indices, exhibition caseback, bgw lume on a much lighter Steinhart 500

[@tomu-s2075]

The ETA movement in my Tudor is +1 second per day! I think I got lucky.

[@A_Dude_And_His_Watch78]

My understanding was the Tudor regulated them and did some other modifications to make them more accurate.

[@antman674]

"...as you would expect for 570 US dollars." Tell that to Seiko! 😂

[@ashleyb66]

I have somewhat of a favourable bias towards Squale but I wish they'd use applied indices on all of their models. That would make an already great package even better in my opinion.

[@trickiwoo3573]

Thanks for the video.

[@jasonkeith1725]

Squale makes some great dive watches. This Submariner homage is hands down the best.

[@africanriftvalleyfish8287]

Is it me the cyclops doesnt appear to be lined up properly?

[@jello022170]

Great vid and really nice looking watch. 😀

[@abbath1586]

The clasp on the 1545 is complete tin junk - it's thin, and the extension feels like it's going to break - I'm looking to hopefully replace it with a clasp from strap code if compatible. Crossing fingers.

[@rbemuscle6058]

Great review man! Would you say that Glycine are better made than Squale? I'm looking at this and the Glycine combat sub 39mm. Cheers!

[@Wolf_K]

Squale are way better than Glycine.

[@marcoabrillo6854]

hi! wondering when you could feature the new orient mako 3 =) thinking of making it my first autmatic purchase but its sad theres not much vids on it yet

[@PirateErik2]

The question is, how does this compare to a steinhart? Maybe it’s time for a battle of the mid level sub homages?

[@honghaoliu5548]

The squale I bought had the worst buckle I’ve seen, the lume wasn’t painted evenly as well, not sure if they are worth the price. A lot of other watches at lower prices

[@hasininan5501]

Are you planning to do a review of the Davosa Ternos? It is probably even better than the Ginault for the same price point.

[@ronaldtrepanier6606]

Where is this watch manufactured?

[@masonchan2277]

You should do a review on the Tisell Marine driver

[@xXOctan3Xx]

Helm seemed to have pushed back the Komodo to January this morning :(

[@markplayford5836]

obb322 That's a shame I'm a big fan.

[@Dave062YT]

I think looking at the watch every day the printed dial would nag away and be a bit of a let down to an otherwise great watch .

[@Sanctified_Leather]

Jody I have a Question if you don't Mind . Where do you get your Heavy Duty bar springs for changing watch bands ? I've Heard u comment on this in the Past and would like too get some for when I use NATO Straps or change any of my Watch hands ! Thanks Jody , would very much appreciate your Knowledge in this Subject Matter ! blessings ....👍

[@JustOneMoreWatch]

Hey mate! I buy them on ebay. Should be fairly easy to track down. Cheers!

[@Sanctified_Leather]

@@JustOneMoreWatch Thanks Jody ! And Love All your Content . Just Received my Casio Duro Today and I'm Loving It ! What a Great Deal and Watch ....

[@pas0003]

Great review!

[@anthonysmithyman372]

A true dive watch, cases manufactured by Squale are top quality, they're no way a homage brand.

[@timbaker4879]

Still available - anyone else had one?

[@jeffreybowden9835]

The Steinhart for me, with better finishing and a higher grade Elaboré movement for less cash. No where have I found better customer service than from Steinhart direct, with free courier shipping even on accessories. Also a better price than Gnomon.

[@markplayford5836]

Oh dear I think I do mind a subi homage! But then I'm not keen the the original Rolo either. For me the only Squale is the 1521 on a mesh please in high polish. The blue pops and that, well, just does not...who wants a black Ferrari?

[@thewatchloungechris]

I've always liked the rootbeer version of these .

[@christianmalone1857]

its sold out and I want it soo bad lol

[@neilhennessey2821]

@@christianmalone1857 it’s available from Gnomon watches

[@Samlowry27B-6]

ERE I AM JH. Nice tshirt Jodi.

The Phoibos legit looks better polished though?!

[@eusupporter8438]

This is not just a nice watch 😊. It's a statement 😏. And I like it! 👍

[@urieelSEptim]

hey jody, could you take a look at the wtif sapphire watch kickstarter? sounds promising.

[@JustOneMoreWatch]

Yes mate! I saw that. Looks interesting but....... DON'T DROP IT!!!

[@urieelSEptim]

@@JustOneMoreWatch do you think its a good deal?

[@JustOneMoreWatch]

Yeah, looks like nothing else, and Swiss power for sub $400USD can't be bad.

[@UnNamedTrucker]

Approved.

[@JimShiao]

Hello sir! I would love to see you review the Orient Panda (WV0041TX). Please do check it out!

[@duybear4023]

I caught myself having a double standard when it comes to homages. Having a homage watch would aggravate me. Looking at the thing would remind me of what I don't own (but wanted apparently)! However, I would get a smile dating a woman who was dead ringer for an attractive celebrity. I get a good looking woman without the spotlight, pretension, and maintenance of the actual movie star.

[@jimmyelectric]

Hahaha!

[@neilhennessey2821]

Great analogy hahaha 🤣

[@fuhongxiang620]

review a Tudor black bay homage by crogeut !!

[@gregalonzo747]

Great watch. I also went with the larger indices. I really like Squale. As far as I am concerned, when it comes to a Submariner homage, you can't beat Squale. History, reputable brand, durable and quality timepiece. I also got a little better time on mine. This is my second Squale. I also have the GMT. One last point, many of my friends have the blue 50 Atmos, and they love it. What's not to like?

[@michaels3003]

History? The old company is gone... Only the brand name and trademarks remain.

[@navajasrs2402]

See a new JOMW video, HOORAY! See pips and Mercedes hands. :-/

[@TheMartialist]

I’m really starting to appreciate sterile dials.

[@derekshearer9049]

My bezel just jammed solid on my Squale any suggestions?

[@LVK15926951]

Hands on the watch don't give me a fuzzy feeling .

[@JustOneMoreWatch]

Kenneth! You must have watched my entire back catalogue today mate! Cheers.

[@LVK15926951]

@@JustOneMoreWatch I had to catch up . Lol

[@jefftennis1275]

why didn't you go with the militaire?

[@als1440]

Jeff Tennis I went with the mil. Loved everything but the lume so I sold it. I really wanted to keep it and disappointing to let it go. I'm a lume nut

[@relosapulso]

@@als1440 same got 2 squales and sold it cuz of the lume

[@HazF97]

Hey man, I've been eyeing the Squale 30 atmos vintage.. can you give me your opinion ? Should i go for it ?

[@mcstarling07]

Ive got a 30 atmos vintage ceramica and I love it. Build quality is great, good bracelet. It enjoys a lot of wrist time

[@A_Dude_And_His_Watch78]

I like the Steinhart OVM 39 for a milsub. The Squale is nice but the date window kills it for me. The markings on the bezel are also not true to the original.

[@pvrettos]

My 2824-2 runs about the same as this one. Expected better accuracy to be honest.

[@eyeheartsushi2212]

Not a bad deal, for the price.

[@adosar7261]

The chapter ring is too big. It reminds the chpater ring of Invicta 8926OB but at 8x the price of Invicta. Phoibos got it so nice for the chapter ring.