Maurice Lacroix is one of the most underrated watch brands. Currently, it probably offers the most horological bang per buck of any brand.
@josephknecht42723 жыл бұрын
@Frank Andreas Bauer Agreed! Add Baume & Mercier to the list.
@basedpatriotLT2 жыл бұрын
Elaborate on why it is underrated. What brands are no better, but cost much more?
@lunzje2 жыл бұрын
@@basedpatriotLT Tudor is a good example - take the Royal series for instance.
@johnanthony6704 Жыл бұрын
Orient star🤫
@AliAbbasi-nn4on8 ай бұрын
Maurice and CW are both up there.
@SwissCoinsulting Жыл бұрын
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.
@adamwalker58173 жыл бұрын
My fiancée bought me this watch off the back of me showing her this review. Love it and an excellent review.
@alexdoherty68104 жыл бұрын
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
@WatchUnwind3 жыл бұрын
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
@antonhallergren5882 жыл бұрын
@@WatchUnwind rubber is coming soon
@WatchUnwind2 жыл бұрын
@@antonhallergren588 to me rubber is usually my go to for my life style and comfort
@lunzje2 жыл бұрын
@@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.
@WatchUnwind2 жыл бұрын
@@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
@andreaiacolina4 жыл бұрын
The more I look at this watch, the more I think this would be a perfect watch for me...
@nicholass95914 жыл бұрын
Really this is the best alternative to the royal oak out there... all considered a fantastic watch for the price.
@larsstougaard70973 жыл бұрын
You deserves it after crazy 2020, its december, its time 🎅🎁🌟
@georgipavlov46393 жыл бұрын
This or frederique constant highlife?
@zman83403 жыл бұрын
@@georgipavlov4639 this .
@AliAbbasi-nn4on8 ай бұрын
@@nicholass9591not the best but up there.
@ianferris4 жыл бұрын
Wow what a good timing ! I’ve obsessed this piece for the past week and planning to get it ASAP !
@TeddyBaldassarreReviews4 жыл бұрын
Let me know if you have any questions about it! Would love to have your business. team@teddybaldassarre.com
@HRM.H2 жыл бұрын
This watch has grown on me over time. First i hated it , now i love the look of it.
@James.0082 жыл бұрын
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 👍🏻
@moonsmilelucide2 жыл бұрын
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.
@cihanctnkya7 ай бұрын
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
@BalsaRadunovic7 ай бұрын
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?
@karam2388 Жыл бұрын
I recently bought this. Totally different and outstanding watch in this range
@tennisace1013 жыл бұрын
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.
@humblewiz49532 жыл бұрын
💯💯
@maisonestates2 жыл бұрын
These watches deserve full respect; I have 3. Excellent value for money and quality.
@daviddavve4 жыл бұрын
Awesome review! I just ordered it after watching this! I could not resist! :)
@mvrdamonxy79424 жыл бұрын
What size and color dial did you get
@stevenfoleyuk94042 жыл бұрын
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 .
@curtydbikes2 жыл бұрын
Congrats man, the green looks sick af
@kingborat86962 жыл бұрын
What is your wrist size?
@stevenfoleyuk94042 жыл бұрын
@@kingborat8696 6.5 inches
@kingborat86962 жыл бұрын
@@stevenfoleyuk9404 may I also know where in UK did yoy buy this watch? Or how
@stevenfoleyuk94042 жыл бұрын
@@kingborat8696 the green dial Aikon was purchased online .
@michaelfierman32564 жыл бұрын
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 "
@adrianlim1163 жыл бұрын
When you want a Royal Oak but you are just a normal human being. I think this is a great watch for the money.
@12801270able2 жыл бұрын
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.
@markbowenagates19873 жыл бұрын
This watch with the anthracite dial and gold hands is my favorite.
@bestvaluewatches2 жыл бұрын
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!
@TunaToons77 Жыл бұрын
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.
@andrewhinds1449 Жыл бұрын
Bought one for my birthday. Beautiful watch.
@TeddyBaldassarreReviews Жыл бұрын
Happy birthday!
@romanopeterj4 жыл бұрын
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.
@TeddyBaldassarreReviews4 жыл бұрын
That is true about inspiration. Most designs are not as pure as what they come off as. Thank you for watching, Pete!
@bjoernaltmann Жыл бұрын
200m actually
@tejindersingh36942 жыл бұрын
I purchased it today.. my second Swiss watch as an enthusiast.. its worth it
@michelangelochecchi18694 жыл бұрын
I like this one better than the AP royal oak
@noelmurphy34504 жыл бұрын
Really like the new channel Teddy - Cheers Noel
@tveirken1Ай бұрын
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!
@rollinontwentytwos2 жыл бұрын
Just brought this .. excited to see it!!!
@bjoernaltmann Жыл бұрын
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 😂
@emadali39975 ай бұрын
The Middle East Limited Edition Arabic Dial Tiffany Colour is absolutely a stunning watch just great & amazing.
@SubstraalАй бұрын
Best watch they produced...i love it
@Leonnetje.4 жыл бұрын
Love this watch. I would buy it if i got the money for it...
@nicholass95914 жыл бұрын
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.
@RcKis0 Жыл бұрын
Just got this watch for a steal - $1799AUD, absolutely loving it
@julianmcwey8662 жыл бұрын
Just bought the 42mm at a massive discount !!! Very attractive watch!!!
@iamLODD2 жыл бұрын
How did you get the discount mate/what was it? And where did you order from?
@jaer.6540 Жыл бұрын
@@iamLODD grey market
@kkcwl3 жыл бұрын
Value for money and enjoy best features from AP royal oak, GP laureato and VC overseas.
@DaneFerolin3 жыл бұрын
I keep coming back to watch
@josephbaldwin71913 жыл бұрын
Anyone else hoping they release a 39mm white dial version? Would buy it tomorrow if they did. *sigh*
@SunsetSheen3 жыл бұрын
🙋🏻♂️
@eduardomorales23794 жыл бұрын
You really gonna make me wanna spend $2,000 on a watch 😖😖
@WatchUnwind3 жыл бұрын
Do it !
@ChaOmI1003 жыл бұрын
JUST DO I T !!!!!!!
@larsstougaard70973 жыл бұрын
Its time😁🖐
@zillsburyy13 жыл бұрын
excellent bracelet!
@drewsykes81524 жыл бұрын
The shade of blue is just a touch too light and inky. Would love to see a white dial in 39mm.
@zakali41953 жыл бұрын
Take a look at the green or grey dial. I would prefer the blue to be a little darker too
@lunzje2 жыл бұрын
@@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.
@chrishammer59253 жыл бұрын
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
@boika19053 жыл бұрын
i will be seeling this watch on chrono24 next week (1180€)
@bobbydazzler17804 жыл бұрын
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.
@WatchUnwind3 жыл бұрын
Would have been a nice touch
@bjoernaltmann Жыл бұрын
Not all Royal Oak models have colour matched date wheels
@acunacorporations4 жыл бұрын
Dang, back at it again
@BrianMiller-yg6dp Жыл бұрын
Just got one, and the case looks way smaller than I expected at 39mm.
@deniscekovski34842 жыл бұрын
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 😊
@AmiAmaZe2 жыл бұрын
Also choosing between those two and i will go with Aikon.
@musanetesakupwanya10502 жыл бұрын
I'm saving up for this watch
@georgipavlov46393 жыл бұрын
Hi teddy really like your content. What you think Aikon or frederique constant highlife?
@persissharon91813 жыл бұрын
It looks elegant to see n also to wear hope so .. 🥰😍
@steven8211304 жыл бұрын
Really like this one, but at the similar price I would go for Tudor 1926, which has screwed links and well-modified ETA 2824.
@tejaskothari6734 жыл бұрын
yay, another review! How often will you post here?
@TeddyBaldassarreReviews4 жыл бұрын
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!
@SunsetSheen4 жыл бұрын
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.
@zachscheel37842 жыл бұрын
Unfortunately bracelet does not taper nearly enough
@lorithorpe35023 жыл бұрын
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 .
@1uis1o3 жыл бұрын
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?
@amaneetbrar56284 жыл бұрын
Great Explanation
@wazatam3 жыл бұрын
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
@jamesmochel60243 жыл бұрын
Teddy, how would you compare this to the Tissot PRX? It seems to have a few advantages including screw down crown and 200m WR.
@munzirrafik77533 жыл бұрын
tissot prx is less shiny . but its quite affordable tho
@antonhallergren5882 жыл бұрын
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.
@matthewcoupeofficial9 ай бұрын
PRX dial, Royal Oak braclet and their own bezel… nice!
@lndyrd3 жыл бұрын
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.
@efeegemen79792 жыл бұрын
I have 6.6 inc-17cm wrist.. which one should i buy? 39mm or 42mm🤔
@Michaelsimeon3332 жыл бұрын
39mm. We have the same wrist
@Rasukix3 жыл бұрын
would you be able to review the 35mm?
@dimitrisbastas7392 жыл бұрын
At that price range a longines record chronometer is a better choice as concerns the movement?
@Beck-Stein3 жыл бұрын
Is this watch 3x better than the Tissot PRX 80 ?
@Michaelsimeon3333 жыл бұрын
Yes
@SwissCoinsulting Жыл бұрын
Yup
@Thiago-qt3tw4 жыл бұрын
Great Video. Question, Maurice Lacroix Aikon or Ball Fireman Victory with Clous de Paris dial?
@jb93033 жыл бұрын
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
@oOGamblerOo3 жыл бұрын
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
@rollinontwentytwos2 жыл бұрын
SO my blue dial isnt as blue as the one you have in the video is that expected? it comes more of a grey
@giovannicarmona77922 жыл бұрын
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
@michaelfierman32564 жыл бұрын
well that's a handsome watch for sure.
@emmezeta3 жыл бұрын
Love it
@TruckeeDoggo3 жыл бұрын
If an AP Royal Oak and Omega Constellation had a child, it would be this
@WatchUnwind3 жыл бұрын
For the money not bad at all, can find them used for even less
@ms97-studio93 жыл бұрын
Only brand that copied Royal Oak and didn't fail I love this watch I have one of them
@WatchUnwind3 жыл бұрын
@@ms97-studio9 congrats ! This watch looks awesome, haven’t got to see one in person yet
@tejaskothari6734 жыл бұрын
Will you review affordable watches in the future (Seiko, Orient, Citizen, Oris) ?
@TeddyBaldassarreReviews4 жыл бұрын
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.
@syedmohdfasihnaqvi1554 жыл бұрын
Is Oris an affordable watch? 😢 Damn I need to study harder
@humblewiz49532 жыл бұрын
@@syedmohdfasihnaqvi155 yep
@donisiciliano4 жыл бұрын
Am gonna buy one.
@syedmohdfasihnaqvi1554 жыл бұрын
😂
@bRabbit1207932 жыл бұрын
Will this watch work with a suit or is it too sporty?
@pegarciamarta3 жыл бұрын
This one or the Seiko SPB143?
@zakali41953 жыл бұрын
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.
@jonjohns70802 жыл бұрын
Damnit I’ll probly get one
@You-in6lm2 жыл бұрын
Tudor royal v Aikon ?
@Michaelsimeon3332 жыл бұрын
Same question but i'll go for tudor royal
@marcd73323 жыл бұрын
$2000 watch with screw down crown and 200m WR, take notes AP…
@almac92032 жыл бұрын
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.
@sarsiemanuel92292 жыл бұрын
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
@richardbosh45222 жыл бұрын
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.
@YannBula Жыл бұрын
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?
@joytekb3 жыл бұрын
All good but in reality to shiny for me. But i love Royal Oak so.
@Kunal0103 Жыл бұрын
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.
@mrand3r50n34 жыл бұрын
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.
@efeegemen79792 жыл бұрын
39 or 42 Which one should i buy? I have 6.6inc-17cm wrist
@mrand3r50n32 жыл бұрын
@@efeegemen7979 I would go for the 42. I have the same size wrist.
@TheZibil2 жыл бұрын
is it possible to shave down the bezel to make it more like the royal oak?
@alvinkoh55563 жыл бұрын
I would have this watch over an AP any time because I couldn't afford a royal oak.
@hgonz143 жыл бұрын
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.
@alvinkoh55563 жыл бұрын
@@hgonz14 Agree. :)
@monvici Жыл бұрын
That watch looks better in leather band. I don't know why, but to me it looks.
@graemeyetts3465Күн бұрын
Nice Omega inspired case. Decent watch. Power reserve Not great.
@chrisdestro14503 жыл бұрын
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.
@antonhallergren5882 жыл бұрын
They do now. But the bracelet is amazing so get that and then get the rubber
@SwissCoinsulting Жыл бұрын
There are rubber straps
@hunghuynh75973 жыл бұрын
Chiếc đồng hồ đẹp quá đi mất , ước gì mình có khả năng mua được , tiết rằng không thể ???
@ChaOmI1003 жыл бұрын
Yes
@kimmie19572 жыл бұрын
Unisex? Is this for women too?
@Necromanter10 күн бұрын
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.
@BushStig4 жыл бұрын
What is the likelihood of them releasing the bronze-cased variant in this size?
@TeddyBaldassarreReviews4 жыл бұрын
I would say it is unlikely, but perhaps it could work on a rubber. We will see!
@AMogus-jr6qk4 жыл бұрын
Insta gang!
@furqanqasmi93214 жыл бұрын
Uor achhi achhi ghadi bhejo sar
@deepeshpv67292 жыл бұрын
AP lite
@TheZoog152 жыл бұрын
it's better than Royal Oak, and 10x cheaper
@user-qg6eu9mn8o Жыл бұрын
how bout nou
@97Sohaib4 жыл бұрын
AP Royal Oak alternatives video?
@TeddyBaldassarreReviews4 жыл бұрын
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.
@syedmohdfasihnaqvi1554 жыл бұрын
😂
@AnonUser-rh7xt2 жыл бұрын
Or you could go to NYC and get a closer homage to the Royal Oak for $150.00-$300.00. Just sayin why bother.
@thegirthquake85743 жыл бұрын
Looks very much like a Royal Oak
@goche80469 ай бұрын
Beautiful watch, but 38 hours is not much.
@Michaelsimeon333Ай бұрын
So get a tissot powermatic or prx. 70 hours
@goche8046Ай бұрын
@@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.