The Secret Cost Of Nostalgia? - Q Timex 1978 Day-Date Reissue

[@BensWatchClub]

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[@dominicrusho]

I think this is by far the best looking Timex reissue they’ve done so far. £150 doesn’t seem too bad. Will you be reviewing the Tissot PRX? It seems like it would be an interesting point of comparison to this - another 70s quartz reissue, but at nearly the double the price...

[@devonboyd533]

I bought a prx and I have slightly larger wrists then ben and it was way to big on me due to the end links It’s a gorgeous but in my opinion they need to make it in 36 or 37 if they want to keep that lug style

[@yeet-rq7dg]

I agree. There's not really any other good option for a dress watch that's as authenticaly vintage in size and design at this price -- quartz or auto. Its design reminds me a lot of the 1600/16000 Datejusts. The only contenders I can think of that's similar in design, size, and price are the 34mm timex marlin and the 35mm lip himalaya. People also say this is basically an overpriced milano xl, but that has a loud timex movement and the design is not vintage at all.

[@neerajnongmaithem392]

In india it cost around 250-260 pounds depending upon the exchange rate, I would say at that price it's good enough for me to buy it. Would have preferred a cost of 200-210 pounds, but it is what is it.

[@RoverWaters]

Archieluxury is the pontiff of watches

[@TheMasonator777]

To be honest, I much prefer acrylic to mineral crystal. I’d rather be able to polish out scratches than live with them, I find it really has a warm tone, and it is naturally anti-reflective. It’s just better than mineral crystal for a light duty watch like this. For a diver too. There is something nice about mineral crystal when bright and shiny is the aesthetic, but sapphire beats it there. I got a scratch in one of my favourite dive watch’s crystal and I had to order diamond paste to (mostly) get it out.

[@scottlauren3145]

Only reason it has quick release bars is to remove the strap and toss that thing in the trash! This is why I love your videos. Honesty and affordable watches. Thanks dude.

[@trevorhofmann1562]

If you like the vintage look, which I do (being vintage myself), this is a great addition to any collection. It's actually my most recent purchase, but to be clear, I didn't purchase retail, and would never pay full pop ($229 CAD) for one. Instead, I purchased it unworn (still with plastic crystal sticker in place) for $100 CAD, which is the equivalent of 59 GBP or $80 USD, which is about right for this watch. I previously purchased the 1975 reissue and Falcon Eye for the same price, plus two 34mm hand-wound Marlins (a black one with a Cali dial and a silver/champagne version with regular arabics) for $120 and $50 CAD apiece (the silver didn't include the pricey box), plus a 1979 faux diver in its classic Pepsi colours for $150 CAD. I really love these vintage pieces, especially considering there are plenty of disgruntled owners willing to part with them for much less than they paid, so I recommend purchasing these used. Also, it's not recommended to purchase a vintage Timex mechanical, as they can't be repaired easily if at all (I have a few and they're only good for decoration), making the new Marlins, that incorporate repairable jewelled movements, much more appealing. Thanks for covering this unique reissue, Ben, and for telling it like it is. A great watch for 60 quid, but not for 160. Cheers from Canada

[@amit6844]

I was really happy when timex relaunched it. My grandfather has this watch back from 80s...its still running like a charm💖😊

[@jmmartin7766]

I was around (as a kid) when these Timexes were "the norm" and commonly found on wrists-- and I can honestly say, I love what Timex has done with their move towards "nostalgia." However, what's missing today is what sold so many watches for them in the 70s-- their products were *affordable!* $120 to $180+ (USD) for a Timex (especially one built to 1970s specs) is ridiculous! And it's also what has kept me from owning a re-issue... I'd rather spend that much on a "nicer," better made watch like a Seiko or Citizen

[@timgernold1715]

I bought one for two reasons. One is I recently had a stroke and my vision has been affected. My trusty old Gshock is now hard to read. The old analog hands is now much easier to read at a glance, so I bought it as a replacement for my GShock for wear at work. 2nd, this is strictly a nostalgic purchase. My dad had the original and one of my earliest memories is playing with my dad's watch.

[@kingedwin]

You could buy this, or you could get a pair of 70's-tastic Orient Tri-Stars.

[@jakekaywell5972]

The Tri-stars look ugly though, so no thanks. This Timex is at least reserved while still having a 1970s sense about it.

[@caspar_gomez]

@@jakekaywell5972 lol that's what so many watch guys don't get, they think you can match like for like spec. timex is nailing that retro design language, but I don't get the premium

[@turnerlarson12]

I've had an Orient Altair Tri-star ready to go in my "buy later" Amazon shopping list for a few months. I love the late 70s/early 80s vibe

[@nakazatotakeshi4286]

@@jakekaywell5972 I beg to differ. Imo the Tri-Star looks better with better textured dial

[@jakekaywell5972]

@@nakazatotakeshi4286 All the stock photos I've seen of the Tri-Star series are abhorrent, but it's possible that they look better in the flesh.

[@fedomandez]

I have a big problem with cushion cases, owning several vintage examples. I love this design and I think they nailed it

[@blackboardbloke]

It is pure 1970s (I'm 67) and after my mother admired a similar looking Omega Seamaster automatic I bought myself cheap from the NAFFI shop in Germany (I was in the RAF) when I was home on leave, I spotted the Timex version, date only but automatic, and I bought it for her as her every day watch. I think it was about £5. I still have it and wear it occasionally, it's never been serviced and is still accurate to about a minute month, and made in the UK in Dundee, Scotland.

[@gori277]

Awesome story, thanks for sharing. Amazing how an automatic could last that long without being serviced and still keep good time!

[@jimmymadethis]

I have the ‘75, it’s a fantastic watch, the gold case is a little shinier then the photo on line, I think the contrast was bumped up, but still a lovely watch. Well worth the price

[@letgotothemoon8174]

Love your new hair cut

[@sanderbass]

Actually I love it and I think that the price is not too high at all. I already have a lot of quality straps so that is not really an issue for me.

[@alessandroghimenti820]

Did you buy it, then? I think a racing strap could look greatly on it..!! 🤩

[@bugstomper4670]

I like that watch hatch on it. I wish they did it on all cheap metal watches, that aren't for diving.

[@whatsstefon]

The second hand lining up with the dial markers. I think it needs a round of applause for this at least.

[@JasonTheWatchGuy]

I don't think the cost of nostalgia is hidden at all, the Q reissue is the perfect example of that!

[@billymania11]

Timex was not a high-end watch brand so it's hard to fault the current products. They seem decent. Your criticism seems constructive.

[@3rdstone1]

It reminds me of my cool Seiko 5 Actus from 1970 that I acquired a few years ago for very little money. Cushion case, a nice dial etc. Of course I've no idea how long that automatic movement will live, and that's of course the good thing with nostalgic/retro inspired watches vs vintage; You get a new movement and don't have to worry about longevity for quite some while.

[@Mr__Fogg]

Just found your channel. Thanks for the great advise and knowledge!

[@1954Antony]

I like the styling but I agree on the price. £90 would be plenty steep enough.

[@grandrapids57]

It's what my dad wore. It's a businessman's daily and dress watch. Nostalgia is not about comparing specs, it has a much different goal.

[@walkingaround6781]

I use the same format automatic daily. The watch is more than 40 years old now. It is a masterpiece for daily use.

[@earthgirl7267]

Good looking watch. Clean, simple, and classic.

[@BridgeIsSky]

5:13 Case Diameter 37.5mm Lug to Lug 43mm Thickness 12.5mm

[@sbsb4995]

gorgeous. The size is absolutely perfect 💖🥰. Love it.

[@JorgeBordam1]

I bought this watch and I dont think is expensive for what it is, I actually think is fairly priced. I agree that the strap is crap, I switched my strap for a Delugs Saffiano and it looks 100x more expensive than 170 USD. Good review ,thanks.

[@billmason2785]

I put an oyster bracelet on.... bonus ✌️✌️✌️

[@gori277]

I actually like the “soft” look of the watch but, for a low spec quartz, agree it’s a poor effort purely riding the nostalgia sentiment. Great review.

[@paulsolyev3768]

Check the "Perpetual calendar" series by Timex. I have a small wrist too, but they (T2N504 in my case) looks somehow very good on it, and even slick for such a huge thickness. These are the only Timex series I shall concider for buying or giving as a present to someone. They give a very accurate and stylish, distinguished look, totally automatic calendar and indiglo, not to mention that I pay no attention to its maintanance.

[@ronaldchapman2806]

I'm on the point of ordering: Timex Classic 45 mm Men's Day Date Watch @ £61.93. I like ""Bauhaus inspired" and green, so for me it's a "no brainer" But then perhaps I have no brain. Love your reviews and different opinions. We're all big boys - or should be - and can decide whether we agree with you or not. Keep the down to earth reviews coming, mate.

[@soranatvadchochai9726]

When you have too many digital watches 0:36 🤣 I feel ya!

[@charlesmostert]

Another honest review, I would have bought it if it was my birth year 1975 🤣. Bought a NOS Timex Intelligent Quartz World Timer 3 days ago and I'm totally in love although the "calfskin" strap is also not great.

[@mikelob6707]

I actually just came across an old timex Q with the square-ish face, assembled in the Phillipines, with the day/date at the 6:00 on an old Spiedel stretch band, needs a little cleaning and polishing and a while playing with it to get the day and date right, it'll be a beauty

[@jonsonnenschein1253]

I think you are right on. Paying for nostalgia. In my opinion, that is a $75 US dollar watch all day long. And the word china stamped on the case back turns me off even more. Something that did catch my eye...that second hand somehow was hitting the markers. That's a 1 of 1000 thing with Timex.

[@darrentabor4839]

I have the original, 1979 version of this watch. And I am surprised that folks would look back at it fondly.

[@DanaTheInsane]

Its for people like me who look back at the 70's fondly.

[@GodIsInHisHeaven]

I was a bit confused about the comments regarding case finishing - your video shows the case finishing to be excellent - the Nixon is suppose to be angular whereas this is meant to look a bit smoother anyway?

[@CanadianBeachcomber]

Silimar to what you said, there are regular Timex sales and promo codes ranging from 15 - 25% to be had.

[@surajpawar7724]

Mr. Ben , are you sure that it's 316L Stainless Steel ?? Because watches which are cased up in China uses the standard steel . like the other Q reissues.....and PLEASE also review the 1975 reissue .

[@fabianokureck3089]

Why you don’t review Citizen (specially Eco-Drive ones) watches? I like your channel but not found any Citizen review

[@sanidhyashrivastava8020]

Hey, ben how do you find out the case material of the watch or which type of stainless steel (304, 316, 316L) is used in the watch.

[@chillwalker]

I got a serios Flashback cause I remember that my Dad had a similar one. Damn- I just spend 150 euro because of you! ;-)

[@leonelsilva9734]

Way too expensive for what it gives...!...looks nice, but the price is over the roof!...very good review!

[@bigmacdaddy1234]

Yeah, $169 is really going to break the bank. Go buy a Rolex and see what you get for your money. An ugly green box.

[@Broomfondle1]

A re issue of a Timex Dynabeat and it'll be love all over again 😍

[@davidsimpson5961]

Ben, can you review Lilienthal Berlin watches please? They look clean and simple online but interested to see what you think.

[@dannyfitz1878]

I've had this and the 1975 re issue bookmarked waiting for a big discount. Also the blue and pink malibu because it looks so different to anytjing else. Asking too much at over £150 if they were 100 or less I'd probably have at least 2 of them by now

[@Tim8tei]

Why do you need 2?

[@KabobHope]

Another great review. I agree that vintage watches present a better value in this case.

[@kameswaranganesh3698]

Looks very similar to HMT Kohinoor. Maybe they lifted the design from Timex.

[@mattys1467]

Absolutely spot on review 👏 👌

[@tomrodgers7955]

Hi loved the show! Quick question, what is the loudest automatic or manual wind watch? I have hearing aids and I’ve never heard any of watches tick in the collection

[@rajjarande3171]

Hey man love your vids,sooo good for beginners wanting their first watch, I'd love a video on top 10 Timex watches or more budget watches brands in general,keep up your great work 🎉🎉🎉

[@dietznutz1]

Case looks exactly like my old Accutron

[@jakekaywell5972]

A lot of 1970s watches had that style of case. Personally, I believe it was first pioneered by Omega in 1964 with their C-case.

[@MrPleers]

I actually like this design a lot. I'm a sucker for 70's style watches (wearing a Hamilton Pan Europ as my "to go" watch.) Although I would probable buy the Timex Falcon Eye before this one.

[@chrisfenton983]

Another good review. Keep up the good work.

[@denissingleton325]

Just saw a timex marlin hand-wind with sliver and gold dial on watch shop for £94.50 with the extra 25% code seems like an absolute steal you should review it to see if it’s worth the hype!

[@DybramiC]

First of all, nice review as always. This watch looks good, the style, the size... But I think (it's just an opinion) that a quartz watch over 100£ is more than what I would pay, except if it's a swissmade. Congrats!

[@felixbelanger2659]

I'm really loving the new-retro watch content! I want to give partly the benefit of the doubt to Timex... Perhaps, it's made in a different factory or they had to absorb the tooling cost over fewer units

[@bigteno4597]

It's a gift, it's a Timex!

[@Wildernessoutside]

my issue with reissues like this is you can pick up vintage enicars or seikos for that sort of price off Ebay

[@martinlloyd830]

I think that it is a touch pricier than needs be, but it is very elegant. If the strap was a better quality the price may be more appropriate

[@damyr]

Learning about the watch industry, I've learned one thing - all watch brands are full of it... Except Casio.

[@marcusm3600]

As ever, a great review. Quite like the watch, but you're bang on about the pricing.

[@alanmartin1]

Based off the watch box, I thought you had bought a nice bottle of whiskey.

[@BensWatchClub]

Me too 😂

[@GodIsInHisHeaven]

'Vanilla' watches I guess sell well with the masses since it's more discreet and minimal. The flashier 'unique' ones are for the watch enthusiasts. I'm guessing that has a lot to do with it.

[@haroldcastle]

THIS IS A BEAUTIFUL WATCH!!!

[@QoraxAudio]

0:31 That really cracked me up! 😂😂😂

[@yoinkhaha]

The look is pretty awesome. It really hits that early quartz aesthetic spot on. Overpriced maybe, but the lower-priced timex watch you mentioned towards the end doesn't look half as cool. Not sayin it is worth getting but you may be undervaluing the aesthetics here, too. The strap ticks me off more than anything. Prolly should be about 125 USD, plus tax.

[@LymanPhillips]

I think is really pretty. But the Milano is pretty as well.

[@andrebalsa203]

"Holy Molly" is exactly what I thought when you said the price! At $50, I would consider it an acceptable deal, if one is looking for a retro-looking quartz watch with a $10 movement. But at > $150, forget it. As usual, great video, great analysis, and great fun watching you! Thanks!

[@Tim8tei]

How many 50 usd watches are even out there that aren't complete junk or some vague knock off. You are asking way too much. You do realize everything that goes into creating a watch and that in the end a company still needs to make some money?

[@codychen9036]

Could you please reviews an eone watch and an aion watch?

[@mmmike4544]

Saw this watch a couple of days ago on Reddit. LOVED IT at first sight. But I didn't go on to research it a bit more. I now can't unsee all the problems you pointed out. Esspecially the high price. Such a shame. Maybe the price will crash down in a couple of years. Would be happy to pay up to 70€ for it. But cca. 200€ is deff too much.

[@tezzanewton]

Wow I really love that case shape. But I’ll pass. Great review mate.

[@GeorgeD-d1f]

Very curious to see an overview of the clock that you already have (Timex Milano XL)

[@edwinchan5391]

Could you also take a look at the Citizen nj0100-20l? I think it has a similar case but features an automatic movement plus a flieger style dial, so quite an unique entry level watch.

[@Von199X]

what size is the straps

[@adrianmorris3772]

Hi Ben. Can't believe the price of this piece although I kind of like it except for the strap of course. Never been a big fan of vintage but my tastes are changing. Best regards. 🤣😹

[@ironyknight5303]

Unrelated, but have you seen seen Hanowa swiss field watches? The Active Duty line looks great but nobody seems to be reviewing them...

[@mradar5913]

Great choice, great video!

[@WatchWitt]

It’s a looker if you snazz up that dial a little with some color. But, yeah, the price is inflated.

[@vermazing888]

Aesthetically, I love it

[@medgasguy]

I dig the groovy vintage feel of this piece but wish Timex would have made it a hand winding movement.

[@producer73]

I have that watch except I think it's from the early-mid 70's. It was one of my grandfathers few watches. Mine is a wind up, and reads Made in Great Britain under the six.

[@bradstu14]

The Marlin Jet is bar far the best retro looking this is nice; I would consider if I could find a better strap.

[@andyburns6496]

Hi Ben, have a look at the Timex Milano XL. Very close in style and I got mine from H Samuel for £60

[@andyburns6496]

Should have watched to the end! Sorry

[@BobMuir100]

Yes Ben I hope they do siwevju

[@rixiosanchez5774]

Saludos amigo que buen reloj temex.😎👍🇻🇪

[@benburgess9428]

I don’t get why people bash Acrylic. Yes, it scratches, but a five dollar tube of PolyWatch and two minutes of elbow grease will have it looking good in the neighborhood.

[@aubsta1]

Love it

[@badabingbadaboom9251]

This is good watch, i like it.

[@MirrlyonTime]

Gotta be honest, I think that's a crackin good watch, but yes, over priced, great review as always m8!

[@Alias_Anybody]

Hmm, 3 bucks for the day-date movement, maybe 20 for case and crystal, max 5 for dial and hands, 2 for the strap and apparently 150 for the packaging. :-P

[@GodIsInHisHeaven]

where are you plucking these numbers from?....

[@Alias_Anybody]

@@GodIsInHisHeaven Estimates based on sale prices of said components. Most likely too generous/high. Except for the packaging, that was the joke.

[@GodIsInHisHeaven]

@@Alias_Anybody i thought the packaging looked shite as well. Funny how a long box made all the difference to Ben compared to the other standard shape box.

[@2791dles]

One thing I'll say that I think younger reviewers get a little wrong. You say the other similar Timex has a more scratch resistant crystal. Yes and no. It has a mineral crystal which once it scratches, there's no way to remove the scratch by the user. Acrylic like on the 1978, is an absolute walk in the park to quickly buff back to new. Even toothpaste and a rag will buff it to near new. Id take acrylic every day of the week over hardlex or mineral crystal

[@krzysztofgie7936]

In my opinion this watch is beautiflul (much more than Falcon)

[@alessandrocerioli2151]

My Falcon eye came with the same box, I personally hate that watch because it's impossible to align the minute hand with the indexes...never experienced anything similar before.

[@davidstewart3868]

I agree with you Ben. Timex as a brand today are over priced and were, in the day, entry level disposable watches. Just get a Casio or Orient.

[@billy.g3597]

I wonder what we used to do before we had nostalgia.....

[@jakekaywell5972]

Nothing at all, considering nostalgia has always existed for as long as civilization has.

[@pinkcitrus98]

we used to innovate and look forward so we didnt have to look bak and miss the past but now...

[@NotoriousK_I_T]

Not sure, but whatever it was I bet it was great.

[@MrDNAtkinson]

Ah, those were the days

[@sfmorris]

Good use of "boon". 😁

[@thxdldu]

Can you review Timex marlin handwinding 34mm?

[@candide1772]

As always, very entertaining along with a good, honest review. This one's not for me. I have purchased a number of new Timex watches over the last couple of years, including both a hand-wind 34mm Marlin and an automatic 40mm Marlin. I also have several varieties of their new Expedition solar watches, but have not been interested in any of the quartz reissues, and this review only reinforces that sentiment. Honestly, even the sports-themed quartz models don't interest me. I would be interested in your opinion of one of the solar Timex watches.

[@vintagebikes4215]

I agree that the price is wacko. Smoothed lines on case look great!

[@admiralcraddock464]

I wonder if Timex will bring back the expanding metal bracelet that pinched you r skin when you put it on.

[@bunberrier]

Until then we can continue wrapping our arm in duct tape and pulling it off whenever we want a trip to the past.

[@KabobHope]

I bought a vintage Accutron with such a bracelet recently. I actually like it. Twist-O-Flex.

[@michaelhargis7036]

Love that Falcon Eye model. Not so much this one though. It's nice to see TIMEX trying to make a come back, but not with poorly thought out pieces like this. The review was great. 👍

[@paulbothwell8906]

Make a comeback? Where did they go? How is this poorly thought out? It looks almost exactly like the original one.