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The deals are still out there people! Feels good to see that there are still some great watches at great prices, with a few new entries on the list. Cheers, Jody

[@greginthesouth2621]

Several years ago, I didn't know much about watches, but I knew I liked the diver style, and I wanted an automatic. At the time it was coming up to my birthday, and my mom asked me what I wanted. I found the cheapest diver I could on Amazon, which happened to be an Invicta grand diver, which is like the pro, but a little bigger. I didn't have any idea about the brand, but I liked the look, and it was affordable, and importantly, an automatic movement. My mom of course got it for me, and I fell for it hard, got a new strap for it, etc. She died about a year later, and it ended up being the last important thing she bought me, and I still love it, and wear it quite a bit, even since I've added more watches to the collection. I couldn't care less about what people think of the brand.

[@nunonunes097]

Sorry for your loss. But I'm happy you have that Invicta to remind you of her everytime you look at it, even though it may also hurt a bit. :) Much love.

[@deepjoshi1333]

Sorry for your your loss. Thanks for sharing your story. That Invicta is much more valuable than any submariner you may buy in future. You should falunt it with pride, regardless of any opinion. Much love & respect 🫡

[@ishhodcollins5220]

I have a pro diver 42mm I love it, I also miss my Dad, to those that made us!

[@maxvanopdorp9108]

That’s exactly why some watches are more worth than money. You’re watch has a story, more important it has emotional value and that’s the most important. Thank you for sharing this perspective ❤

[@zxify8128]

Sorry for your loss man. 😢❤

[@Msgt_Slim]

Did my last 3 tours in Afghanistan with a G-Shock DW5600. Couldn't kill the thing. And it does still sit in the bottom corner of my watch box. I'm pretty anti quartz, but I'm glad I made an exception for that watch. The main reason I bought it specifically for Afghanistan is because it was the one watch I could find that let me keep real world time and "Afghanistan Time" one one time piece. For those of you who've been there, you know what I mean.

[@iancourts8435]

Thank you for your service. My nephew did multiple 'brown' tours, amongst others. Glad you made it back, look after yourself.

[@trevorgray4852]

Thank you for your service man. Remember your never alone brother man

[@Msgt_Slim]

@@iancourts8435 Thank you. It was my honor to serve.

[@Msgt_Slim]

@@trevorgray4852 Thank you. It was my honor to serve.

[@betulaobscura]

Why are you "anti quartz"? Quartz never let you down, unlike mechanics.

[@tredici72]

My favourite $100 watch for 2024 is the Addiesdive sand dial with the VH31 mecha-quartz. Pros - Beautiful dial, nice movement and good finishing for the price. Cons - No lume

[@matthewrikihana6818]

I agree. mine has become the time keeper for all the automatics in my collection. it only gains 3 seconds a week. And it looks great in general and fascinates the eye on close inspection. And it's getting cheaper 😂.

[@magstheonlyone]

Even better now that is half-priced

[@lambtypeguy-cd4tp]

Bought it few days ago it's on sale for 40 now

[@DC-uf6ve]

I can't stand mecha quartz

[@tredici72]

@@DC-uf6ve …why?

[@ImNotSynergy]

For me personally I'd definitely choose the new Tsuyosa small seconds over the PRX, that dial looks fantastic

[@Mister_Phafanapolis]

Tissot is a scam brand. They exist to bilk gullible WIS who are afraid of AliExpress and Microbrand watches because they’re not muh sWiSs mAdE.

[@SecronSeven]

Yes, the guilloche dial is really well done. I'm thinking about getting one, but want to see it on wrist before committing. Hoping it will scratch the itch I have to someday get my hands on an Atelier Wen Perception

[@gunnerkicks6590]

It only has 50m water resistance

[@Mister_Phafanapolis]

Citizen is a better brand than Tissot. Swatch only keeps them around to sell overpriced schlock at high street and mall department stores. They’re no better than the AliExpress stuff for half or a quarter as much.

[@AdAce21]

only if the larger case size fits your wrist well. Integrated bracelets wear larger, and the 35mm PRX works wear better for smaller wrists. I have the ice blue 35mm auto PRX and I absolutely love it; I get compliments every time I wear it

[@lauraallisonn]

I own the ventura, bought it in Iran in 1978. Still in perfect running condition. Now I can do a little research and hopefully find out what what she is worth.

[@michealpnoel]

Great that will fetch some cash. *I used to be a collector, but I liquidated my collection to venture into real estate. In January, I acquired homes in Malibu for $35million, and the returns on investment far exceed what I earned as a collector.

[@eabhaconnor2]

How did you grow your portfolio to $35m, I'm impressed, I have a lump sum in the bank, the rates are not impressive so I'm moving it, what's your cash flow like?

[@michealpnoel]

I have a financial advisor (trader) she grows my liquid assets and I reinvest the weekly payouts back into real estate and long-term ETFs.

[@eabhaconnor2]

Sure, could you please share her name with me or any details so I can look her up online? Thanks!

[@michealpnoel]

She is well known as - Hannah Susan Jennings. please do your own research.

[@chriswatchreviews4752]

I bought a Glycine Combat Sub about a year and a half ago for about $325 on Ashford. It's currently the only diver in my collection, and I am perfectly content with that. It just punches so far above it's price point

[@e28forever30]

Except for lume .

[@danjrash]

I have the bronze and it's my favourite watch, find myself just keep going back to it. Really nicely put together and feels of a certain quality.

[@stephenblake7210]

I've just bought the Addiesdive Willard, sand dune dial, on offer on AE,, for just over £50gbp. Love it

[@willywantoknow2563]

Thanks Jody, just something comforting hearing a scotsman sharing money saving tips.

[@thejacal2704]

🤣

[@emperorchopchop7726]

There's just nothing like a square gshock. They have a weird sizing magic to them. No matter what size your wrist, a square g will look just right for you.

[@NazidKimmie]

Yeah you're right, just bought a square (solar, bluetooth) and I think its the way the resin band kind of wraps around and integrates a deceptive lug to lug wrist hugging thing

[@MyNameIsGhost]

Strangely enough same with seiko 5s. Ive never seen another line of watches manage to fit a 41.5mm case in a wearing experience that feels closer to 39

[@benburgess9428]

I had a G-Shock but I could never get it to fit right. Maybe I have the world’s weirdest wrist

[@NazidKimmie]

@@benburgess9428 which model was that? I bought my son GA-700 and it’s bloody huge, but somehow his average wrist seems to pull it off!

[@b.a.richardson4856]

Have two Glycines. They're two of the most reliably accurate mechanical watches I have.

[@semirnukovic853]

just wait for it. There is a reason why it’s a poor garbage in house movement and made so fast into a mass production. That is actually impossible to achieve in such a short period of time. Yo could have bought a Invicta Pro diver instead. It’s also accurate the same and has a more reliable movement, still is the mechanism without oil but for few years it goes pretty well.

[@rsamachina-tn3te]

@@semirnukovic853 this dude is a clown, he has no idea about watches. Glycine garbage? Tell that to my Airman which Ive owned for more than 10 years and is good as new. But then again what can you expect from someone who recommends Invicta.

[@semirnukovic853]

@@rsamachina-tn3te It’s the same as Invicta. So you could have bought it instead of Glycine. Im not recommending it. It’s the same garbage!!!

[@karlsenula9495]

Vostok Amphibia ... Automatic, rugged, pedigree and often fun dials. Similarly the Bulova Lunar Pilot.

[@Beechhill]

I think there's a reason the formerly so Vostok-loving Jody omitted the brand. Happy to have one in my collection. Won't buy another before the russkis come to their senses.

[@artswri]

Love my LP. Great watch, great look

[@benburgess9428]

I would’ve bought a Vostok by now if Russia would stop launching invasions & fomenting separatist rebellions

[@karlsenula9495]

@@Beechhill agree ... I have both a Amphibia and a Komandirski at this time ... But for obvious reasons not being worn at the moment. Still it is true that it is a brand mostly worn/ owned by watch enthusiasts.

[@grmpf]

@JR-gp2zk This reads like something someone with a gimmick account on a watch forum would write.

[@AbdulRWatches]

The DW5600 should be a must in every watch collection. The Citizen Tsuyosa is my favourite.

[@johnjones928]

I love the Timex Expeditions, especially the metals because you can switch the movements around to create some interesting looks. I use a square G as my work watch, it has an anti scratch film protector, wire bull guard and a 22mm NATO strap conversion, it's the perfect piece and has done everything from install garage doors to cutting down trees without missing a beat.

[@adk7962]

Very nice recommendations! No Kamasu? And although I agree with your top choice for $500, that’s a price point where the competition is insane once you open it up to Micros. I won’t even talk about the Chinese…thanks as always!

[@Shifftymking]

I’d take an addiesdive over an invicta any day of the week

[@ivoshandor6859]

Have you seen the 1953 though?

[@Sicarius888]

@@ivoshandor6859 It might be their best looking model, but still no ceramic, no sapphire, no solid endlinks. And just black bezel versions are hard to find.

[@fishrowe420]

I own both color ways of the 1953. And a couple of quartz divers. The green with the waves and the hammerhead is super cool. I'm wearing the huge 48mm PEPSI today (model 34311). I have big hands, and it fits surprisingly well. Don't knock the invicta. They build em tough as nails. They each hold a special place in my collection of 60+.

[@Shifftymking]

Yeah I’ve seen the 1953 and it’s not terrible looking but the specs r dismal and for the same money addiesdive put them in the dirt imo. And I know addiesdive r mainly homage watches minus the ad2055 $65 right now which I have on a leather strap and the sector dial is good looking I think also there r a few others that r loose homages like the ad2118 $55 right now all the bells on these the bracelets arnt the greatest but above and beyond the invictas I’ve seen and held in hand. No offense if u like invicta im just saying there r way better options at the price

[@larryfromwisconsin9970]

I SCUBA dive with a G Shock. I have never had one flood in 100+ dives. I have had a Chinese dive watch rated at 200 meters get water inside while washing the car. I like the Solar Radio Control G Shock for $100. My Casio Wavecepter watch gets the atomic clock time most nights here in Southwestern Texas. It didn't get signal at all in California and was 50/50 in North Carolina. Still I like the concept.

[@heiner71]

I hear you. I live in California and purchased the atomic clock orange NASA square Casio. It only connected a few times in some locations but never at my home. I ended up selling it and replacing it with a version that is like the regular 5600 but with Solar. I love that one.

[@viniciusacmauro]

People are sleeping on the Citizen AW0130-85L Super Titanium Eco Drive…

[@ricardomorales1039]

But honestly I haven't been able to source one from a dealer I trust or a price in willing to pay

[@viniciusacmauro]

@@ricardomorales1039 yeah, agree. Got one from EBay for a reasonable price, but not an easy find.

[@MrZPal2099]

I have one of those and it's excellent.

[@randomhandle]

My $300 would be a Citizen Eco-Drive Promaster Nighthawk. What a watch!

[@K.J.H_]

Love mine. I think they're technically discontinued now.

[@waffle911]

​@@K.J.H_ It's always seemed to me like Promasters never actually get discontinued, they just go on hiatus to prepare for the next refresh.

[@artswri]

Love mine, goto water watch. Couldn’t decide on color, had to buy 2. Great choice for diver

[@xniorvox]

I've bought my Nighthawk pre-owned, but in excellent condition for 150 EUR. It was a bargain, I am so happy with this watch - so busy dial, but somehow very legible. Also it's very comfortable to wear and solid. Even a friend of mine, who is a watch nerd and owns several luxury watches like Rolex, Omega etc. really liked my Nighthawk.

[@benburgess9428]

I love my EcoDrive Field.

[@tornagawn]

Casio Duro (I’ve got black, blue, Gold trim and Pepsi); Casio G Shock 5600; Citizen ProMaster dive - ISO rated dive watch. Those, and my Erebus Origin 😉 are my picks.

[@jimmymcclure4549]

Best value , most reliable, most features of all of the watches in the video is the Casio G-Shock GW-M5610. 200m wr, , shock resistant(damn near bullet proof) alarm, Stopwatch, countdown timer, world time now with five presets, outstanding backlight at the flick of your wrist if you like, solar powered and MB6 atomic time keeping for less than $100. You just can't beat it.

[@simonbeasley989]

I like the way the display scrolls the full name of the chosen city in WT mode. Okay, it doesn't make any difference to my life but I just love that so much thought and effort has gone into it.

[@eduardosturla]

Glycine Combat Sub GMT owner here (GL0380) since Jan 2024. Exceptional quality and value, PLUS heritage from a 100% swiss brand over 100 years in operation. They are a literal steal. Bought from Ashford, no issues. Great recommendation! Two thumbs up for the Glycine!

[@Dreamweaver94]

Wow, I just got in the mail a DW-5600UE today! After seeing this video and enjoying the watch so much, let's just say I don't foresee any buyer's remorse. I ordered the original DW-5600UE because it's cheaper, but Amazon sent me the new one for $45! Idk if it's just an accident or what, but it was a very nice surprise, I almost ordered one from Japan. The led light is pretty nice.

[@simonbeasley989]

I think the purists like the electroluminescent backlights but to me it's just evolution. LED tech has got so good they are brighter and use less power, what's not to like about that?

[@Dreamweaver94]

@@simonbeasley989 Yeah I think you're right, purists, or maybe just people nostalgic for EL backlights prefer it. The green looks cool, but like you said, the led uses less power and is brighter. On the updated Tough Solar Squares you can also set the LED display time to 3 seconds, twice as long, which would be really nice. After wearing my DW-5600U for 10 days, I found the flashing LED alarm option to be really nice too.

[@ceecee130x]

Yep, got myself one of those 5610s with negative display last year. It's everyone I was looking for... surprise feature: of you lift your arm to look at the watch in the typical watch-reading position, the backlight goes on. This is particularly handy for the negative display. Very happy with my $100 purchase, though I own several pieces in the $500-1000 ranges. Though a lot of people like the PRX, it doesn't really do much for me. 🤷🏻

[@67amko]

Researched the USD 300 category meticulously until the logical choice was the Glycine Combat Sub. On a business trip, visited The Glycine factory at Bien, Switzerland. Picked up my Combat Sub - Black, LE there. ETA 2824, sapphire crystal, 10 mm thickness, PVD, it's all good. February 2023 on and great performance. Highly recommended.

[@AvidUTuber]

I would remove the Hamilton and replace it with the Orient Kamasu.

[@raghavmalhotra6878]

Me too

[@I-Libertine]

i wouldn't.

[@TylerRich]

+1 for the Berucci. Had one for over ten years. Been through numerous mud runs, out of a plane, SCUBA, etc. The thing is built like a tank. Nothing fancy, but I’ve absolutely walloped it, and it doesn’t bat an eye. I want a newer one, but can’t really justify it given the old one is still running superbly.

[@uhrologe2596]

"Beggars can't be choosers" You described my whole life in one sentence.

[@chriskilner4110]

I love my G-Shock squares, but my son absconded with my DW5600 a few years ago and my daughter took my GMW5610 with her to California last June (... although in fairness, I did offer her a watch when she left home, but I was expecting her to take a Timex that she often borrowed). I already have another solar/atomic G (MTG-M900 on the resin strap from the GWM-500 👍), so I recently picked up a G-Shock-esque Casio W-219H for $16.88... I think it is shaped like the original MRG-100, wears a little better than the square on my 7" wrist, and fixes my issues with the F-91W (i.e., larger, better water resistance, better quality resin, better strap, better backlight, better screen protection, actual 18mm lugs/springbars, and bigger numbers/display)... so far, I'm loving the Casio W-219H as an everyday and you can't beat the

[@thewheelman6533]

Here's the thing about Bertucci. I think Boderry has them beat with the Voyager series. Yes... it's nearly a blatant copy if someone can lay claim to the classic field watch design.... however... Seiko automatic movement, Titanium, AND Sapphire crystal for under $100 with a NATO strap or right at 120 with a bracelet. I would much rather have that than a quartz movement with mineral crystal.

[@rebelfromva]

Interesting field watches

[@bradleypariah]

Here's my list: $10 - Casio F-91W $15 - Casio W218 $20 - Casio World Time $25 - Casio MRW-200 $30 - Casio Waveceptor $35 - Casio MRW-400 $40 - Casio DW5600 $50 - Casio MDV106 $100 - Casio GA2100 $300 - Casio Ediface $500 - Casio Pro Trek Solar $1,000 - Casio Oceanus $3,000 - Casio MRG $5,000 - Casio Frogman Titanium Solar $10,000 - Casio Hana-Basara

[@martinsaunders7925]

You like casio?

[@P_Ezi]

I'm beginning to see a pattern.

[@bradleypariah]

@@martinsaunders7925 WHO?

[@e28forever30]

Ediface?

[@pnwrider8346]

I live near Vancouver island part of the time,so I bought the $20 moon/tide phase one. It’s my 6th, Casio, and the most complicated by far. The others are analog. Now I know if the tides in or out before I drive to the shore. $20 -$55 Casios can be addictive. (Duro on a Bond SPECTRE NATO) is the bomb

[@engineering_guy]

Casio LIW M700D for under 300. Atomic, chronograph, timer, Alarm, second time zone, date, day. 100m WR, sapphire, AND NOT DIGITAL. Best feature to price ratio.

[@Kevinjimtheone]

For about $100, the only Invicta proposed should be the Invicta 1953.

[@MyNameIsGhost]

I actually feel like bulova is the hublot of the entry level watch market tbh

[@P_Ezi]

​@@MyNameIsGhost​ Take a really close look at the Invicta Speedway Rev that flashes on screen at 7:28. This is truly an abomination. Bulova does have far too many uglies in their catalog, but the Rev is the ultimate design disaster.

[@201950201950]

There are so many damn Invictas that are a better value than the Duro and the Timex. If you want small they make small watches to 36,38,40mm

[@owenlaprath4135]

??? That is a Pro Diver!

[@Spartan265]

I've had a G-Shock DW6900 for about 10-11 years. I've loved it. One of the best Christmas gifts I've ever got.

[@randalnanfito]

Picked up a mamacoo's watch as my first watch last month and I’m absolutely in love with it. Perfect size, looks elegant, very comfortable. Now my only problem is holding off from buying more watches so quickly!

[@ThriveDespiteLimits]

I picked up a $50 40mm Invicta dive watch (quartz) and am happy with it with the added benefit of great memories from our Northern European cruise.

[@ShalisaDume]

Picked up a amzwatch's watch as my first watch last month and I’m absolutely in love with it. Perfect size, looks elegant, very comfortable. Now my only problem is holding off from buying more watches so quickly!

[@PlugInRides]

This video really shows that at the $50 or $100 price points, AliExpress watches have no equals. The Casio Duro has lousy lume, wears big at 44mm wide, and the Timex Expedition is as cheaply made as its price suggests. The Chinese mushroom brands have better movements, sapphire, ceramic bezels and much better lume for similar money. Not only that, but they are actually cheaper now than they were three years ago,

[@owenlaprath4135]

PLUS, Timex and all the others get either components, complete calibres ("movements"), or whole watches from China. They buy CHEAP and add a premium ... which we are supposed to pay for inferior stuff. Timex is always on my list. I am on a limited income and cannot afford to waste money on cheap junk. What I need is quality at a good price, not cheap junk. Times keeps losing....

[@AsgharHussain110]

Yes, pagani design offers great value for money watches but all of their watch designs are copied from luxurious brands some people might say it is homage but no one can deny the fact that it offers great value for money watches.

[@peoplez129]

@@owenlaprath4135 Timex has always been cheap. The problem today isn't so much their watches, but their prices for what you get. Every Timex at half the price would be a good value. Still though, Timex does make some good solar watches for cheaper than Citizen. The real problem today is watch companies are still trying to upsell individual features. Screw down crown? Get ready to pay $100 more. Solar? Get ready to pay $100 more. Sapphire? Get ready to pay $100 more. WR100 rating? Get ready to pay $100 more. All stuff that costs maybe $10 tops to include in a watch.

[@masudashizue777]

Yes, Casio has proven itself. I still have working Casios from the 80s and 90s. Take it from someone who used to sell Casios for a living over 40 years ago.

[@Spectrecontrol]

I'd like to nominate Brew Retrograph in the $500 range, cool and classy

[@CaptainRon956]

I bought my Hamilton khaki auto on the steel bracelet several yrs ago and it still catches peoples eye & it can go causal or formal & everything in between. Changing the bracelet to a leather band or nato strap really changes its personality. Still keeps perfect time! My beater watch is actually a really fun & versatile watch. It’s my Casio world time. It’s funny because even that $35 watch sometimes people notice it & say “hey you got a Casio too!”

[@phillyeli215]

I got Invicta 9937 prodiver for $189.00 sellita movement, solid links, sapphire crystal, its more solid then the 8926. Its a daily wearer since 2019 and punches way above its weight.

[@KennyHrlms-ey2vy]

I clicked because I had to know if my brand (Tissot) made the cut! ❤❤

[@WatchmakerErik]

Great video as usual Jody! Unfortunately I can't afford any of these because I just spent my money on an Erebus ascent with the Aventurine dial. 😁

[@not-a-raccoon]

I'm a Ford dealership tech. And my dw5600 is my work watch. Indestructible, and thin enough to let me get into tight engine bays. Also cheap enough that I don't need to be precious with it

[@jimsound7888]

I've had my invicta for 4 years now. Still working perfectly. The only watch i wear.

[@stevestojan]

Just love these videos. So well produced, not overly done. Relatable. not too much filler. A+.

[@Mr.Ciobanu]

I owned the Invicta Pro Diver, pretty good for the value.

[@colintipton3513]

Good call on the Glycine. It's literally the best value in mechanical watches

[@oshitwaddup25]

i’m trying to decipher the hidden code on this t shirt

[@peterpaterson7320]

You don’t have to spend a fortune if you don’t want to - to get a good watch on your wrist

[@marcusbrown3880]

Just bought my first watch, a Constantin Weisz 15A049GCW, just liked the look of it. £100

[@cousinstu]

I'm a frugal fella... right now I alternate between a duro with a nato strap and the DW5600. Awesome watches, love them both for their differences. I'll roll with the duro and a sport coat anytime. It looks way more than it costs.

[@sophiesharp1709]

Excellent review. I have to say I really do enjoy your reviews & the complete lack of watch snobbery - it's very refreshing. It's great to see a watch reviewer enjoy & promote a brand like Casio (one of my own favourite brands), rather than just the more expensive stuff.

[@jacobgreenmanedlion1863]

You didn’t mention the best sub $100 watch: the Vostok Amphibia.

[@mikaaalto3135]

I have both the Casio DW5600 and the 5610u. I very seldom wear them, though, reason being I prefer an analog dial. I have named the DW5600 The Gym Watch, because I only wear it at the gym. The 5610 sits at my window sill all day, soaking up sun light. Picks up the signal at around 3 a.m every day and sets itself. I use this watch as a reference when I set all my other watches. It works perfectly for that.

[@MrZenhookah]

Throw an orient ray 2 on this list

[@stevecryan1230]

'You don't have to spend a fortune to get a great watch if you don't want to, to get a great watch on your wrist.' Wise words!

[@007Chancellor]

At the top end of your list is a watch brand YOU turned me onto! STEINHART!!! Especially my OLKO Special Edition of the Ocean 39 GMT. Though they now go for just over $500, I got mine for just under and it is, hands down, the favorite watch in my collection. Classic design (thanks 1970s Rolex), sapphire crystal, all stainless steel with solid end inks and milled clasp, 300m of water resistance, and a Swiss movement, I don't think they can be beat for the price. Hell...at twice the price!

[@stevev7402]

Great list. I have most of them. Hamilton and Glycine are my favorites.

[@jaybe8160]

Invicta - lol....I'd rather go with aliexpress chinese brands for around 100 $

[@MyAlan999]

A Casio DW is all the watch you'll ever need and for 50 bucks it really is a no brainer

[@karl_m3013]

I got my blue sunburst jubilee bracelet Invicta Pro Dive for $60 US 4 years ago. Love it. Wear it most days. 15 seconds fast if you wind it, 8 seconds of I don't. I sometimes I go 2 weeks before needing to adjust time.

[@airtiger360]

I find it interesting that you have both the Bertucci at $100 and Hamilton at $500. I have the Bertucci A-1s that's been my beater field watch for the last 10 years and every once in a while I have the thought that I should get a real field watch and go look at the Hamilton. I leave the shop under whelmed and reafirmed that the $100 quartz Bertucci captures the essence of a field watch better and it's all the field watch I ever need.

[@owenlaprath4135]

My Tandorio 39mm pilot/field was 45 bucks, and its NH35A automatic runs almost like a quartz. No need to blow 500 bucks on the Hamilton A Bertucci might have been it, had I not discovered what became my main grab-n-go.

[@gregtolley3455]

Glycine from Ashford is the best watch value period. O have a bronze gl0490 and love it.

[@derbagger22]

The Glycine is severely underrated and is the most easily wearable diver out there. Super thin, with delicate and intricate handset to fit in that profile and a bracelet and clasp that just hug the wrist so nicely. My black Kamasu is my daily, but I may get a different dial color to maybe wear it more.

[@aldub1263]

Seiko DressKX still holding its own in 2024 imo still enjoy wearing mine all the time

[@oscarcastle600]

bro you look so much older It's been like 4 years without watching you but I'm glad you're still around thanks for all the content you always make and for all the great recommendations like always a big hug!!!

[@JustOneMoreWatch]

Ha! I am much older, with a toddler who is killing me quickly! Thanks for tuning in again mate.

[@SemiDad]

My “under $100 budget” collection: Casio Slim Solar ($38) Nautica Tin Can Bay ($39) Invicta Pro Diver auto ($45) G-Shock 5600 ($49) Casio Duro ($49) Seiko SND367PC ($78) Eco-Drive AO9000-06B ($98) And the one brand you omitted, Orient, my $200 Kamasu Chronograph Solar is fantastic! BTW, the Nautica by Timex is the not so boring Timex 🤪

[@johnsmith-gs4qf]

Great video! For the under $50 category, I would add 2 more watches. First, the Casio Men's Tough Solar AQ-S810W-1AVCF ($38.46 Solar with 100m water resistance). This is IMHO, one of the best beater watches ever, and I have never had the solar power go below high even though I don't wear it every day. Next the Timex Men's Ironman Endure 30 Shock 42mm Watch. It is about $43.28 and has a full 200m water resistance. While the Casio is a little cheaper, this is also an inexpensive watch which IMHO is a little more comfortable to wear than the Casio (that's why the Timex is my watch of choice on long international flights).

[@owenlaprath4135]

I had the smaller 800 version of that Casio (42mm instead 48mm). I bought for being Tough Solar ... and HATED it! It bit me on my 19cm/7.5inch wrist, so I do not even want to know what the bigger 810 would do! It went back to Amazon. The problem with Casio is, that most of their watches are now oversized and shaped like porcupines, that want to bite my wrist all the time. They are MUCH worse than Invicta in that regard, with Invicta actually being smoothly shaped and thus a lot friendlier to wear, believe it or not. WTF happened to the small and smooth Casios of the 70s and 80s I grew up with? They could have upgraded and evolved them with larger displays, and cases big enough to accommodate that, but smooth and without edges! But no, they had to turn them into weird fantasy military junk fantasies for teenagers on dope. The only one left for older eyes needing a larger display, which is also 100meter proof or better, is the Duro, but that is not solar, and just another battery eater. They are missing so much in opportunities for great watch designs. Back to other brands, for automatics and other, better solar watches! Sorry, Casio lost me a while ago!

[@MrJohnnyorange]

I'd like to suggest the Laco Fliegeruhr.

[@JayC133]

I was going to say, "no flieger, no way" Love my Laco!

[@jasonhocker2994]

Ashford is an authorized dealer for multiple brands from whom they get old stock, including Tissot and Glycine. I agree about not having your “pick of the litter”, but occasionally they get something in that I can’t believe is discounted so heavily with a factory warranty

[@joshsteuterman2363]

I have a cheap expedition that I bought to wear out and about. The crazy thing is that it works and I like it! It’s a few years old now and takes a beating!

[@younusimam-thesalamproject6340]

Waited 4 years for a Helm Vanuatu and a Komodo, beat watches under 400. They are almost within reach!

[@ImDavidJames]

I was pretty disappointed with my titanium Vanuatu. Sharp edges everywhere, not very nicely finished

[@younusimam-thesalamproject6340]

@ImDavidJames yeah. Not a fan of the Ti version, the steel has that impressive weight to it.

[@WestCoastAce27]

@@ImDavidJames I ended up passing on it (also scratched my Ti itch w a Pelagos 39). But the Komodo w the white dial and teal accents - amazing.

[@S-Ltd1000]

Really? Only took 2 years for my Vanuatu and Komodo to eventually arrive late last year.

[@Crackity_Jones.]

Getting my Vanuatu next week. Waited 22 months on the waitlist.

[@valengreymoon5623]

The DW-5600E was just updated a couple months ago to the DW-5600UE. The only difference I've seen, is the new backlight, and text on the crystal denoting that. Had to order mine from Japan, since it's only available there so far.

[@chillausmc]

Boderry 5 year anniversary sale. Get a great field watch for about 100 USD. Invicta Pro diver is OK. G-Shock for the win.

[@joshperkins197]

I'd argue that Hublot is the Invicta of the luxury watch world rather than the other way around.

[@wtechdude]

A Seiko 7S26 automatic for under $100 is also a great buy. No hacking/hand winding but if you wear it everyday, it should not be a concern.

[@m39fan]

Didn't care for the DW5600 so went for the DW6500 for $5 more. Last one went the better part of a decade doing firefighting, ems and military use before one of the buttons died. Bought another and splurged on a Bullbar just because I could!

[@dude28405]

I like what you said about the Tissot. I picked up a couple of those Calvin Klein automatics they were clearly made by Tissot They have the ETA movement that actually are decent looking watches that I paid less than $100 for a brand new in the gray market because nobody wanted a watch with Calvin Klein on the dial. At first I was going to redial them and strip out the movement, but I wore them a little bit, and they kind of grew on me.

[@owenlaprath4135]

Smart move! When you can get a "fashion" brand with good insides cheaper than the big name donating the real watch, I see no reason to skip it

[@kauratool]

How about orient star 🤔 Good list though and thanks for the great stuff once again!

[@Royal_BLT]

🇨🇦 You can have my 1972 Seiko Pogue Automatic Chronograph for $2500 !

[@andhenny]

Party bonus- the Casio DW5600e is a space watch. It’s officially NASA qualified for space flight.

[@Levs0n]

Got a bertucci a1-s a few months ago. Absolutely loving it so far and has been dead accurate. Ordered a leather strap to switch out the nylon to dress it up on occasion and have really enjoyed it.

[@garyjones5947]

Great recommendations. The PRX auto, and Hamilton in the UK are both well over the $500 budget though.

[@Dustman-iu7yh]

Great video. I was looking for a quality dive watch. I managed to get the King Turtle with black grenade pattern for $499 Australian from a local dealer as they were on a clearance sale as the store was not going to be an authorised dealer of Seiko anymore after they sold out. They would still do all warranty work for anything sold though which was what helped me decide to get it. Great value at that price but definitely wouldn’t have paid the $999 RRP

[@Rob954ever]

I think the best value in horology is the Orient Kamasu. I have the red dial. I ditched the stock bracelet and got the jubilee bracelet from Strapcode. All in, with the upgraded bracelet, I'm all into the watch for 225.00 USD. I get more compliments on that watch than my Aqua Terra. So yeah...there you go.😉👍🏼

[@RaiZdbyDINGOES]

The Bulova Marine Star (Blue/Silver) At $250 Australian. What I bought it at. It's amazing value. I think they've gone up to $299 now though

[@WandeeHajka]

got my 39mm with the white dial on the 3-link "Bader" bracelet watch on MaMaCoo 3 weeks ago and am loving it to pieces. Absolute fantastic watch that wears super comfortable on my 6.75 inch wrist. Chose the 3-link over the 5-link bracelet for the toolless quick adjustment. Way more comfortable than my Longines Hydroconquest 41 mm.

[@caligula3607]

San Martin, Seesteern, seagull

[@RichardKoppinger]

I started collecting in 2020 after my father passed away in December 2019. I got a few of the Invictas from his collection. They weren't Pro Divers, but they weren't completely obnoxious either. When I started checking out the Invicta website, that's when I really went down the rabbit hole and wound up owning several Pro Divers. Like you pointed out, stainless steel and automatic movement for about eighty bucks made me very interested. There's definitely some cost cutting. As you often say, your money is spread very thin. Sapphire crystal would be a step up, the lume is crap, and the bezel action can be hit or miss. But I think they're very good watches and I'm glad to see them getting some praise from folks online. And I completely agree with you on the Glycine Combat Sub, which is my favorite dive watch.

[@jontpt]

IMHO, the Glycine is still the best value, all the way to and beyond $500. And they don't suffer from that dumbed down Powematic 80 thing...

[@owenlaprath4135]

I am actually looking at the Airman Contemporary Purist later this year ... if I don't get another vet bill for our little pooch

[@hotelbravo88]

The thing about Glycine being so thin is just that the bezel is thin. I have one, love it, but I don't understand why no one points this out.

[@jontpt]

@@hotelbravo88 what's wrong with a thin bezel?

[@e28forever30]

Boring looking watch, poor lume, no thanks.

[@hotelbravo88]

@@jontpt Nothing particularly wrong with it, just strange coming from Seikos, etc. And just strange that no one highlights it. I mean, any thinner and I'd worry about durability. I have the 42 bronze with dark brown dial and love it.

[@Ballistarius-nx4dw]

I've got 3 watches the same as timex, theyre called Soki and cost $6-.

[@uaerjc]

Another good watches, Wenger, Luminox, Victorinox, seiko 5, orient and breda. I have a Wenger and I love it

[@marianazgiri]

We also have the brands like Steeldive/Addiesdive on the Chinese side. Sapphire crystal, NH35 automatic movement, and full stainless steel for just around $50-100

[@phillyeli215]

The Citizen NB1050 is a great budget datejust oyster perpetual for $300

[@airpressure08]

Thank you for this video. It would be interesting to see a Microbrand version and AliExpress version!

[@owenlaprath4135]

On a more serious note: Thank you Jody, you handled this very diplomatically! I think it is sad, that there is all this China-bashing, and AliExpress seems to get a lot of hate for no good reason. This is mainly coming from just one particular country, which Jody is NOT from! I for one find things on AE, that I cannot find elsewhere at all, or only for a shameful markup.

[@simonbeasley989]

Glad you got a couple of G Shocks in there! I have several, and arguably the GW-M5610U is functionally the best watch you can buy as well as a classic! Don't need to set, don't need to regularly change a battery. Super clear display and this latest iteration has a LED backlight which is brighter and more efficient than EL, and you can even make the date UK format DD-MM.

[@davidkiser5250]

Funny-when I clicked I assumed “Jody will list all Aliexpress and micro brands”. 😁Glad to hear him say at the outset neither would be included.

[@philippe4106]

Casio Oceanus T200 has entered the chat.

[@Lumpy_Peter]

Watching this coincidentally with Casio GW-M5610U on my wrist. Great, great watach and this comes from a guy who used to hate digital watches. Edit after watching this through: Last week I bought a Hamilton Murph 38mm off a friend for 440 USD. What a steal.