The 10 Best Retro Reissues Under $500!

[@btab5332]

I have a Lunar Pilot and love it. I have a small wrist *(6 1/2" - 6 3/4") and have no issue wearing it. Wear what you like.

[@yoshikobayashi7643]

I love the shirt reference, Deckard!

[@stevenshaw6766]

Wore a CWC for many years when I was in the Army and loved it, when I left and had to hand it back, it was like losing an old friend!

[@davidinghram2494]

The orange Bulova would be my pick. As I type this, I am wearing my 1949 Omega stainless Seamaster, which has been mine for about 45 years now. It doesn`t get worn every day but has been on my wrist for the last few weeks. Runs just fine, and for an unrestored watch is in as beautiful condition as you will ever see.

[@airtiger360]

What's my favorite? The Citizen Bullhead, lol! It fits perfectly on my smallish 6.5" wrist. It's so hard to find a smaller size chronograph and the Bullhead is absolutely fantastic in 38mm for us smaller wristed. So there you go, as they say, one man's trash is another man's treasure.

[@H0kram]

I like that watch, it looks fun and cool

[@HussamMasry-rr2bb]

The citizen Bullhead is an absolute gem 💎

[@johnvandeven2188]

Now I'm an older fella and I bought one of those Pulsar red LED watches when I turned eighteen back in 1975. This was the first watch I ever purchased and it was tres chic and I wore it everywhere. Well, unfortunately I was hit by a car pretty hard while riding my motorbike and I had a number of broken bones and my watch had stopped on the exact time of the accident. But I felt as if I had bought an original Omega moon watch. I was so proud of my purchase.

[@thewholecut]

Great to see Timex getting some love!

[@clivenaylor]

Oh dear!!! 9 out of 10 in my collection. I will make it 10 and Buy the Seikeo Arnie this weekend

[@lkdenve]

You're video on the Bulova Moon Watch put me over the edge to buy one, and I have really enjoyed it. So thanks, Jody.

[@GinkgoJoe]

Great list! Orange Bulova Surfboard (quartz) is one of my personal faves. 👍

[@marathonna]

Love your Bladerunner Shirt...

[@stevemoon2136]

If you've wrist for it, the Bulova Luna dinner plate is a great watch.

[@JustOneMoreWatch]

Awesome watch. Sadly I don't have the wrist for it.

[@e28forever30]

@@JustOneMoreWatch But there is a smaller version, surely that must be wearable?😊

[@SalusLudtke]

Always a good day when your video drops!Great video as always.Can’t beat it for MAMACOO watches！

[@BetamaxBabe]

I can vouch for the Time Q 1978 reissue, my birth year watch! The Bulova reissue I'm leaning towards is the TV dial Super Seville in green or gold.

[@RichardKoppinger]

Good choices in there. I especially love the Bulova "Devil Diver". It wears so well and looks really cool. I bought two, I loved them so much.

[@dominikwypij8291]

Love retro look. Hamilton Pan Europ is one of my watches. Few months ago I got Zodiac Super Sea Wolf. Both have that specific retro feel and I love wearing them. Maybe that's my age and possibly I consider them as something a little bit more interesting than any modern watches...?

[@gori277]

Easy: Longines Heritage Conquest 35mm. Admittedly a sight dearer that the ones featured in this video, but a gorgeous watch, pretty much a 1 to 1 to the original, only better. Love the high quality hexalite crystal and the dainty size and thickness, excellent movement and awesome strap. A gem!

[@JustOneMoreWatch]

I mean, yes, but also No because it is waaaay over budget!

[@bluiewest8]

And while not reissues….exactly, a hat tip to Dan Henry. I’ve got the 1937, 1962 and 1972, each very retro, but with reliable Seiko mecaquartz

[@dejuanmcguire9348]

Yes! I have a 1937.

[@motouno3778]

Hey Jody nice to catch up at the watch fair yesterday . I bought one of those Citizen Bullhead Chrono's & yes I was very disappointed with the size . I gave it to my daughter & she loves it so at least some retro vibe has transcended the years 😂😂 . 40 to 42mm would have been great especially with the hiden lugs . Hopefully they'll reissue the reissue 😂😂 . Cheers

[@speedracer2please]

Some vintage watches can be okay if they're cheap and simple! I got three for $100-300 each, and got them fully serviced from my local watchmaker for ~$100 each. They're not the most accurate, resilient watches you can buy, but they're charmingly small and unique to wear on special occasions. I love all the retro reissues as well

[@tomoshiro87]

Hey Jody! Thank you for introducing me to Polywatch . Just fixed a scuff like magic 🤩

[@skeelo69]

Favourite Retro is on the Watch Chris Channel today...the Timex TV watch ⌚ 😊

[@Mike-DuBose]

The reissues are my favorite. I have the Seiko 5 SRPK17, Citizen Bullhead (I have a small wrist so it works), I did change out the pretty awful bracelet with an original that I found on eBay. Just last month I picked up a Bulova Jet Star Limited Edition. Thanks for your list Jody!

[@johnsrabe]

The Marmont looks fantastic. Not cheap like other Timexes. And the color is spot on. Thanks!

[@johninNJ]

I'm 100% with you. I love the vintage re-issues but would never want an actual vintage watch with all their problems. I picked up the lagoon Arnie after you profiled it a few weeks ago. It's one of my favorite daily wear watches and I have it on right now!

[@GeeMood]

Great video and list. My #1 reissue that I had to purchase was the one you deemed boring 😱 😂, the Citizen Challenge Diver reissue I.e the Fujitsubo. It has become my favorite watch. This is what I love about this hobby, subjectivity. 🫡 Jody. Hope the Origin 38 in hot neon pink gets restocked soon.

[@anatoliilipatkin8678]

Thank you, Jody! Snatched the last Marlin Marmont ❤❤❤

[@johnjones928]

The SRPK17 surprised me, hats off to Seiko. A Bulova Jetstar in brown a gold is just😍. Would say the same about the Timex Falcon Eye but it looks like an nightmare to wear, i'd take a Milano XL instead. The Marmont? Gimme, gimme gimme!!

[@palaTTine8N]

Have an orange Oceanographer myself and love it! I also totally agree with your statement concerning chronograph size: when 40mm or less, I find it difficult to read all the details.

[@dv5191]

Recently picked up the Hamilton PSR. Love it! Well made and fun. Gets a lot of comments when on the wrist.

[@Walnutman5700]

Great video Jody!

[@guilhermercardoso1567]

Great video, Jody! I also like the Hamilton PSR and use it almost every day.

[@S-Ltd1000]

Took a few years for me to dip into these reissues but I recently got the 43mm Lunar Pilot in black and the Arnie in black to be as close to the originals as possible. Both excellent watches that won't be leaving my collection anytime soon. Was never keen on the PRX but even less so after learning that our glorious leader Kier Stalin wears one.

[@Videoone123]

I love my Seiko Slim Turtle and it’s my birth year watch!

[@JeeGee114]

1968 was a shit wine year but the SPB317j is the one and done Seiko diver.

[@michaelfernandez5905]

Great choices thank you for helping me consider watches I may not have done so previously I would love an Omega but have fallen in love with the Bulova Lunar pilot

[@chompachangas]

I had a black metal Casio WR and it looked great. The backlight looked good, too. Not just 1 dim bulb on the side. However, after a couple of months of wearing it, the paint started to chip off and corrode on the sides. If I had to do it all over again, I'd get a silver one.

[@watchcollector1968]

My wife and I each got a PSR, she has the red display, mine is green. Really enjoy them.

[@Deadhansome]

The "Alien" Casio is awesome. I own 2. I also have the smaller Bulova Lunar pilot in white and it's gorgeous. Although it's still retailing for over £500. That Hamilton PSR is next on my wish list though although I'm warming to the Arnie. Great list Jodie.

[@cylentone]

Cool list. The Seiko SRPL05 is also a good-looking re-issue under $500.

[@johngibson7127]

great video and a good diverse selection. That cwc is really nice! I buy vintage and have been very lucky but I see where youre coming from.

[@halfsourlizard9319]

Owning several vintage watches (1930s -- 1970s), I can confirm that even *if* you avoid all of the land mines, there's still the acrylic crystals and the PITA servicing to contend with ... Has to be something that you *really* love to make sense, but if you do, they're quite charming, indeed.

[@Stricko72]

Great list Jodi, retro re issues are my fave genre, I've got more than a few including some on your list. A couple not on your list are Wolbrook skin diver (the one allegedly worn by a certain astronaut before he was an astronaut) and Sheffield Allsport skin diver. Cheers Jodi (might rock my devil diver on wrist today now)

[@Lionheart13628]

I bought the San Martin SN0005 yesterday. A vintage Pan Am pepsi GMT 🎉

[@thetattedpharmacist3215]

Got tons of Timex reissues, and absolutely love the PSR. I’m hoping to add one soon!

[@andrewd7586]

I agree 100% Jody on the Citizen Bullhead sizing wise. But I immediately put mine on a black leather bund strap & I reckon it works a treat! It definitely gives it more presence on wrist!😎👍🏼

[@SummitHill79]

LOL: I’m wearing the PSR right now as I watch this video. As a child of the early ‘70’s and a watch fanatic from the age of 10. THIS WATCH RULES! That is until Seiko introduced the LCD watch. At least the Seiko LCD was the first LCD watch I ever saw. At the age of 15 I detasseled corn for a whole summer to be able to buy one.

[@twsbibanghorn7343]

@@SummitHill79 The Seiko was the first LCD I saw too. I was amazed by how the display stayed on and didn't greedily munch on the batteries.

[@mikemurphy8996]

I shave my beard with Timex bracelets. They are so sharp and really work well on my face.

[@_sam_2284]

It's been said a thousand times but the seagull 1963 has to be one of the best reissues. The value for money is bonkers as well as the history with the PLAAF

[@JustOneMoreWatch]

But was never actually issued so....

[@craiggoins647]

Nice fun review. I have 7/10. Lacking the PRX, a CWC or a Marathon. Oh, well, there’s still “time”.

[@fossilimprint2954]

Sweet choices.

[@adk7962]

These are terrific! But WatcChris showed a super cool reissue from Timex literally today. The E Line 1983. It’s of course sold out though…thanks again!

[@TerrySteiner]

I think the PSR is cool. Probably not my style but total respect for anyone who has one.

[@Nylatt]

The Vaer Korean War 36 mm in ameria-quartz is a fantastic piece. It is one of my most accurate watches and a great grab and go.

[@DonaldJoeKennedy]

Thanks, Jody! I loooooove retro watches, so I really appreciate this video! Great suggestions. I think the Timex Enigma is a disaster. That center dot over the pinion doesn't hide anything. In fact, it draws attention. I can't stop staring at it. Yuck. But... I like the Citizen Bullhead. I don't think it's too small.

[@stuartizon]

Look forward to a similar video at a higher price point. No doubt it will be lots of Longines 🙂

[@grenphelps7455]

I'm surprised you didn't mention the reduced Bulova luna pilot....yes I know it's still too big for you, I've now got mine on padded leather strap and it makes it nicer to wear, great video 👍👍

[@JustOneMoreWatch]

Not a reissue! And still a wee bit too big 😢

[@thomas316]

If I was going to buy a Bulova reissue it would be the Accutron Spaceview 2020. All watches are basically the same mechanical or quartz (or combination thereof), the electrostatic tuning fork is a completely unique and amazing technology. 🙂

[@JustOneMoreWatch]

Definitely have one eye on those mate, but they tend to be both too big AND too expensive!

[@thomas316]

@@JustOneMoreWatch Agreed it's chunky. I see many watches as grossly overpriced but actually, given the technology they've had to develop is totally proprietary for this single watch line, it doesn't seem that expensive to me.

[@Chris-du3jc]

I *LOVE* my PSR! Mini grail for me. Got a perfect condition ex-demo for £400.

[@gamestar8180]

Timex has been on fire lately

[@garyherbert8242]

except for the execution. Acrylic Crystal ? Cheap Quarts and Folded bracelets... Why? they could be so much more!

[@candide1772]

Great video and a good list of reissues. I happen to agree with you on the Hamilton PSR and have one in my collection, but I am one of those weird collectors who prefer digital over analog. 🤣 I have a Tissot PRX, but it is the 40mm digital that received so much vitriol. I also have Timex Q Digital, and the Bulova reissue I own is the Computron, which is one I think should be on this list. Also, I agree that the Citizen Bullhead is too small on the bracelet, but I think it does work on a Bund strap.

[@allanlarsen5098]

I completely agree with you. I do not have the skills to recognize a decent vintage watch. So i prefer to buy reissues as well. Of your list I own The Bulova Lunar Pilot, Seiko Arnie and the Bulova Oceanographer (with an ORANGE dial naturally).

[@pavvu78]

the 2 that you asked to avoid, are actually the best of the lot, Jody

[@johannesaxeman4508]

Got the Bullhead from Joma ( black/orange) put it on a bund and viaola! it wears "bigger". Beeing a fan of bullheads i couldnt resist getting one.

[@kristianfurness900]

I had the same issue with a vintage watches, I stick to reissues now.

[@JustOneMoreWatch]

Definitely safer!!

[@xniorvox]

I have a wrist like Cinderella and I enjoy wearing the Lunar Pilot.

[@MrE0919]

Proud owner of a Hamilton PSR. Premium digital watches with sapphire crystal, stainless steel cases, and bracelets all are priced at $500+.

[@charlesyung5049]

Bladerunner is a classic 👍

[@twsbibanghorn7343]

13:36 Got the Lorus RAF 80s Chronograph (Originally by Pulsar) at Argos for £59.99. Looks like a 1:1 but has Lorus instead of Pulsar at the 3. The big seconds hand is a real seconds hand and the small dials are for the chronograph.

[@mrprice3338]

I have a PSR and I love it. Wears great and looks great 🔥🔥

[@Zsolto66]

A great list, Jody. I wish it was a Top 20 because maybe then you would have mentioned two Citizen diver reissues, the JP2000 and the BN0230 😊 Zs

[@marlinwatches8878]

Great review Jodi 👍

[@Kev561_]

Thanks for all the great ideas and content! Where would be the best used place to buy from? Thanks!

[@JustOneMoreWatch]

Find a local Facebook group where people can be reference checked and they keep out the scammer.

[@GarySleep]

This would be mine..... Picked up a green dial Bulova Super Seville last month for £290 from a UK AD.... ($374).

[@mccstuff]

I love my PSR and wear it on a regular basis.

[@TCL_Dasler]

Your PSR, I didn't like it. And then I tried one on. It's absolutely amazing. Still not bought one, but my mate did. It's ace

[@JustOneMoreWatch]

Wearing mine now! Great watch. Low key great.

[@andrewmain8022]

My suggestion, Jody, would be the Benrus Frank Bullitt re-issue. This was the civilian version of military GG-W-113

[@Aliens_Gonna_Get_Ya]

Seiko Arnie… 💪💪💪😍😍😍

[@frankdirscherl2345]

Armitron Griffy in place of the Hamilton PSR any day of the week.

[@TheKnobCalledTone.]

The Griffy looks cool, right up until you try telling the time on it... the digits are way too chunky, which cheapens its appearance imo... if the display was more like the PSR, I'd be 100% on board with it

[@rjp28]

Casio A1100, great reissue of a digital watch from 1978 made in stainless steel, thought you might have included that one, good choices though...

[@simplefieldcraft]

I remember getting issued my G10 back in 86’. Never given back when I left and it eventually died in 94’ after it lost its water resistance. Think they were made to be disposable so no loss really. Still wouldn’t mind a W10 reissue of the 70’s originals

[@ryangallagher7439]

The Hamilton PSR is a great watch

[@michaelgreenhalgh3369]

The citizen bullhead look nice 😉

[@nonamename638]

From your list I have two: the Lunar Pilot and the Seiko Arnie, but the latter in a newer version, with a steel case and bracelet, the display is in the lower part of the dial. I am planning to purchase the Devil Diver. I also have other reissues of Casio and Timex watches. For example, the Timex TW2U967007U California. The reissues have something that feels good to me. :) Thanks for another cool video about watches.

[@brcosmin]

I would love to see a top10 affordables with military history

[@richardtomlinson2063]

I love Bulova reissues too, my favourite being the computron which is far better than the Hamilton. I also have a Timex Q LCA, which is far overpriced for its quality, but just looks perfect!

[@theshadowman1398]

Vintage watches all the way. After you buy one, have it serviced and you are off to the races.

[@CocheAin]

MAMACOO's always amazes me how much beauty and precision are added to the parts of watch 99% of people will never see.

[@mrbud8524]

Great video. Studio Underdog next video please 🙏

[@sathishrao7926]

I’ve two AW500 watches - re-issue of first Ana-Digi G-Shock in 1989

[@mariog7213]

I think the 35mm PRX is the perfect size considering that’s how watches from that era were. If you’re into the vintage aesthetic then it’s the size to go

[@JustOneMoreWatch]

Yes, but not a reissue.

[@tmoh99]

Great shirt!!!

[@SebastianBugiu]

Cheeky Seiko. Make the dial red add some wavy pattern charge 500 more. All in a day’s work 😂

[@Spectrecontrol]

Timex Marlin looks great with a brown dial

[@mattclarke8791]

The Bulova is on my list; I reckon I have the wrist for it, given I’m on the tail end of most straps

[@thenotanclan]

CWC all day long - it has the most interesting back story by far

[@davidsherrick898]

I like my Bulova American Clipper Automatic, and Steeldive 1970... Aka. Seiko Captain Willard.

[@piotrkaczmarczyk1792]

Here, in Central Europe they ask for this Seiko 5 sports model almost 900 bucks. Someone got insane totally!

[@bluiewest8]

Another for the list: Timex Q1978 no loud tick, brushed dial. Very Don Draper Mad Men

[@morgan97475]

I've seen watches you people wouldn't believe....watched quartz movements glitter in the dark near Tannhauser Gate......

[@dobrintomoff]

great shirt!