The Truth About Aliexpress Watches and Watch Reviewers, Plus A Big Pet Peeve!

[@ilikewatches]

Great video but I thought you could have gone harder 😂. Yes the affiliation links are one big reason…people start channels reviewing Ali watches because they are cheap, also because aliexpress sellers are first to offer free watches but I also did it because I love making content and you can’t see these watches in shops so as long as you have the watch you are providing a useful service. I also have to sell most of the watches I review because I never charge a cash fee unlike MOST large channels. I also don’t like that channels review watches they haven’t handled. I only ever recommend watches I’ve handled. I still get some for free from aliexpress but actually I buy many now because it’s easier than dealing with the sellers. They can be quite demanding and even try to influence the content. I’m known for my San Martin content but I have no shame in that, they make amazing watches in my opinion and they get the most views too…there’s far more sinister and nefarious stuff going on than this trust me…this is the tip of the iceberg in terms of the ‘let’s all hate on reviewers’ subject like for example…where Bens video on dodgy watch reviewers gone? Did he remove it because he’s now started up a second channel where he does the very things he was so critical of in his video….😅 his new channel also has no connection to his main channel so it seems he wants to almost fly under the radar…be ethical on one channel and be a dodgy reviewer on the other…You can’t make a video shaming reviewers for doing what every reviewer does then set up a channel and also do it…I think that’s called hypocrisy.

[@adk7962]

I cannot imagine the clownery that goes on behind the scenes. I for one think you and Simon are doing it correctly. Thanks and keep the SM Content coming!

[@ILikeWatches2]

@@adk7962thank you….yes it’s quite surprising what goes on and I can confirm Simon is a great guy!

[@MirrlyonTime]

@@ilikewatches true story, at the end of this video (originally) I highly recommended your channel and Simon’s channel and James channel from Watching James, I should have left that in but it was already getting more wordy than I wanted it to be, and you and I have discussed the issue with people hiding themselves behind the includes paid promotion bit! Appreciate your channel and your content more than you know Gary, now ya do :)

[@MirrlyonTime]

@@ILikeWatches2 Simon is the man I love Simon!

[@MirrlyonTime]

@@ilikewatches I don’t watch much of Ben’s channel and didn’t even know he had a second one lol

[@sinjinadams2862]

For me personally, I don't mind being shown watches that the watch reviewer is watching. I actually like this. I like being made aware of watches that I'm not aware of. I don't care if the reviewer has actually handled the watch or not. I just want to be made aware of new watches and then I'll decide whether to buy it or not.

[@MirrlyonTime]

@@sinjinadams2862 fair enough

[@gz7587]

I think you forgot one major reason.. it's content the viewers want to see. As inflation skyrockets, the budget conscious consumer is looking for value and that's where your first few points come in. I'm far more curious about when reviewers are getting paid in addition to getting a free watch.

[@MirrlyonTime]

Yes gz that is also true aliexpress videos are very popular, just look at how this one is trending compared to my other videos, yiu are absolutely correct about that

[@gz7587]

I don't have a problem when reviewers make lists of watches that they are keeping their eye on, that's exactly right that everyone is doing it, but they will bring something to your attention or remind you about it. The annoying thing is that the lists get very repetitive especially when they are all so similar. Like a new san martin release is bascially going to be on every single reviewers list.

[@MirrlyonTime]

@@gz7587 yes, I totally agree, although I will say I think it’s annoying when said video with lists has affiliate links when you know the person hasn’t had the watch in hand but still wants you to buy it so they can get the commission. Most do that, and that’s my beef, having a list video in and of itself is not an issue I have

[@rappers5719]

Nice to have you back Mr M. Thank you for your honesty.

[@MirrlyonTime]

Thanks rappers!

[@cameronmirrlees6672]

Mr M. the absolute goat

[@dorudragoescu1311]

I am getting really tired of the incessant shilling on KZbin. Either AliExpress or microbrand watches. And even the most honest reviewer (which not all of them are!) will see differently the same watch when it's sent for free vs. when it's bought with its own money or on loan for review. Thank you for this video!

[@MirrlyonTime]

Thanks for watching m8

[@c.s2001]

I love when a watch reviewer comments, “they reached out to me”

[@MirrlyonTime]

@@c.s2001 well it’s true, I am new to being an aliexpress influencer as they reached out to me. Not sure how long I will be on it though. I have one wafch on the way that I am super excited to highlight where I reached out, fantastic looking watch by a microbrand in the US

[@libor4128]

Thank you for the video. Reason No. 5 is such a problem. I do understand the money aspect, but I think reviewers should keep it under strict control. Sadly, some - including a few of my most favourite watch KZbinrs - don’t always succeed in that regard. For me, a watch review should be objective, critical, and based on a personal experience with the watch in question. Please be honest and professional, and don’t review watches you didn’t have in your hands.

[@MirrlyonTime]

Great points! Thanks for watching m8

[@DavidSchwartzjr]

Great video man! I have been contemplating about doing a “how much I make as a youtuber” video lol. Just to pull the curtain a bit and I am with you on your pet peeve, recommending watches they haven’t seen in the metal for clicks and sales makes me smh. 🙂‍↔️

[@MirrlyonTime]

Thanks David! I am about to begin on the influencer program for aliexpress but not sure how far I will go with it as their platform stinks and isn’t the most user friendly. Hopefully it will provide opportunity for me to make a wee bit more but I will never push a product I haven’t handled that’s for sure and I would love to hear about your experience on KZbin for sure

[@anthonydevono8833]

Ali is great when everything goes well but when orders are wrong or packages don’t arrive they don’t want to know no help with the sellers at all so basically buyer beware

[@dangermartin69]

I have ordered tons of stuff, including many watches, from Ali and everything has shown up here in southwestern Ontario. A few small things took a bit of time, but everything got here between 8 days and three weeks.

[@a0r0a7]

Sorry to hear you have had issues. I have ordered lots to the UK no problems at all. I always get tracking emails, updates on arrival etc.. Works perfectly.

[@MirrlyonTime]

@@anthonydevono8833 that’s very true although I must say I have only ever had a couple of headaches in my experience so far and one of those was a friends wafch loaned to me for review who needed a new bracelet. Ir did take some back and forth to get it but eventually it was sent, thanks for watching m8!

[@watchsixto]

You brought up some great points about watch reviews more are for the money than most probably a series that can be talked about more in future video

[@MirrlyonTime]

Oh for sure some of the things I have learned about what some KZbinrs are doing (sly, without full transparency) is troublesome and of course it’s all about the money unfortunately

[@mCblue79]

I've stopped watching some watch reviewer channels because their channels have almost turned into infomercials for paid watch reviews. Hi Jody 😉

[@MirrlyonTime]

Yep! I hear ya, nice burn m8 lol

[@chosearmandoarmando3864]

a lot of channels just become Aliexpress watch clubs.

[@MirrlyonTime]

@@chosearmandoarmando3864 that’s definitely a way of putting it! Thanks m8

[@Ageratos01]

Theres also a point of sustainability for a watch content creator, once they get to the point of monetisation on YT, affiliate links and the causal promoted videos is that they are not going to hang onto all of their watches that they feature so they would end up selling the ones they bought from AliExpress onto places like ebay as an example.

[@MirrlyonTime]

Yessir, spot on!

[@wngimageanddesign9546]

I picked up my 17th Pagani Design watch during the last Summer sale. :)

[@MirrlyonTime]

Nice! I love pagani design, I have 12 currently. I just ordered a Steeldive sd1953 so will compare it to my pagani design at some point

[@gbreslin1968]

I know exactly what your saying, I only use a select few affiliate links due to how it can be abused. I have removed subs to some, but will not divulge who I have removed.

[@MirrlyonTime]

Thanks m8 I appreciate that and I have done the same

[@PlugInRides]

To play Devil's Advocate: 1. AliExpress affiliate links are now all clearly disclosed in KZbin videos. 2. The KZbin watch reviewers that make thier livings providing content (100K+ subscribers) need to produce 3 to 6 videos per week, and reviewing that many watches with fully editing the videos is nearly impossible. If a reviewer is familiar with a brand because they have reviewed several other Sea-Gull, Steeldive, Tandorio, or San Martin Watches, it really isn't a problem for them to call out new releases or top sellers, even if they are yet to produce a full review. 3. More problematic is a constant stream of positive reviews, wherein the reviewer is afraid to point out major flaws for fear the brand or seller will cut off further free review items.

[@MirrlyonTime]

@@PlugInRides thanks plug-in very good points! I appreciate the feedback m8 and please subscribe to the channel as well! Your thoughts are always welcome here

[@serenityinside1]

point 3 is the main point by far!

[@MirrlyonTime]

@@serenityinside1 I hear ya m8 Thanks

[@juanplus3324]

Imagine if they crack the code and change some of the ridiculous names like Mystery Code, Tandorio list goes on. I think they'll skyrocket the sales.

[@MirrlyonTime]

@@juanplus3324 that’s true some of the names are bonkers aren’t they? Thanks for commenting m8

[@wngimageanddesign9546]

@@MirrlyonTime Yup....awesome watch...stupid name. ie. FeelNever. But I bought it because the watch is so damn good. $53 on sale for a 500M Diver chrono built like a tank.

[@MusicianGreg]

tactical seven word comment to help the algorithm.

[@Marty4650]

You make a lot of sense. When someone reviews a watch, they are actually doing some work. When they just provide a list of "watches I am watching" they are just fishing for commissions through affiliate links. It is borderline dishonest. This irks me as much as those "Watch me reacting to someone else's video" which just means someone else did all the work, and I get all the hits and KZbin payments when all I did was roll someone else's videos, and throw in a few personal comments of my own.

[@MirrlyonTime]

@@Marty4650 yes true that Marty thanks for the insights!

[@whit107]

So many reviewers, most are little more than commercials for the product. Thats why I like ya Mirrly always the straight skinny on your reviews.

[@MirrlyonTime]

@@whit107 the straight skinny I like that thanks whit

[@dunderhay9169]

I think most viewers are aware of this, but it is good to remind us 👍 . I don't mind reviewers getting free watches and using affiliate links as long as they declare it AND I see them criticise the watches, if every watch is wondeful something is wrong. I still watch channels that charge fees (finding out who takes a while, they should declare this at the start) if they are entertaining, but take their recommendations with a large pinch of salt.

[@MirrlyonTime]

@@dunderhay9169 could not agree more, say so right up front of your video so that people know. Thanks m8 appreciate the feedback!

[@fattmatt200]

If you are interested in Horology and start a KZbin channel, you would probably like to get some return on you start up costs and then your time in making your videos. I understand that for you to become a professional youtuber, you need to publish at least three times a week to get to the big bucks, so I don't see there is much of a problem in how they create that revenue. Plus if you are seriously interested in purchasing a Ali watch you will probably find more than one channel reviewing it, for a second opinion.

[@MirrlyonTime]

@@fattmatt200 very true fattmatt nothing wrong with making a return for your work. That said, be upfront about your motives if that’s the case right from the start. Peddling product you haven’t actually had hands on experience is wrong imo, and some reviewers are getting more than just free watches they charge for their reviews. If receiving free watch potentially biases the reviewer (anyone with common sense knows that it does a little) than how much more would getting paid on top of that slant your bias? I’ve seen it happen.

[@cameronmirrlees6672]

Destroyed the KZbin watchdom with facts and logic

[@MirrlyonTime]

@@cameronmirrlees6672 lol thanks son

[@aminabellalvaradoaguero9190]

Came for the clickbait , stayed for the dog in the background

[@MirrlyonTime]

@@aminabellalvaradoaguero9190 Lolol! Thanks m8, truth be told I didn’t realize she was on camera, I knew she was on the couch, but…..haha, I featured her in another video as well haha, thanks for watching

[@seangallagher4997]

Your honesty is appreciated.

[@MirrlyonTime]

@@seangallagher4997 thanks Sean!

[@SusanKenney-x8h]

I'm genuinely impressed with how close amzwatch were able to replicate every aspect of this very very goofy looking classic watch.

[@cedarcanoe]

Too many watch channels nowadays only present the watches, they hardly review them. Simon and Gary are exceptions, I wish there were more

[@MirrlyonTime]

@@cedarcanoe I invite you to check out my channel! I do reviews too, I’m sure both Simon and Gary will vouch for me :)

[@keithmclean3627]

You got robbed at 100us for the bb58. Great watch, wait for a sale.😂

[@MirrlyonTime]

I got it for 84 USD, sorry I was referencing the Canadian price, im from Ontario Canada haha. Thanks for watching m8

[@keithmclean3627]

@@MirrlyonTime better, I paid about 50us for the red one, absolutely love it. ❤

[@MirrlyonTime]

@@keithmclean3627 50?! Wow. There is one particular store I think where I could have got it for that but unfortunately they don’t deliver to my address…..booooo

[@monsta3038]

I just opened my order from the last big sale 😢 they not only sent the wrong watch the dial is crooked and the insert doesn't line up I have the same watch already and it was great tandorio is going down hill fast I always recommend them this watch is absolutely terrible very poor printing on dial and it's totally crooked never again I have had enough trash I'm selling all my ali trash the tools to fix the defective crap they sold me.all of it it will be so nice to never see another crappy homage

[@MirrlyonTime]

Reach out to Leon at the tandoorio official store I am sure he will take care of you. I got two tandoorios with my own logo custom on the dial and I was quite pleased with both, a field watch and a Seiko monster homage. And Leon was great to deal with via the message section on aliexpress app. But yeah, I haven’t had too many bad experiences with watches from aliexpress but I definitely have and can understand why you would want to stay away

[@ItsMe-kj2xb]

The reviewers I watch are usually upfront with their affiliates, and that they make money from this. I have no issue with this. When I see a watch, I usually look at a number of reviews to get an idea as to whether the reviews are factual.

[@MirrlyonTime]

@@ItsMe-kj2xb thanks m8 appreciate the feeedback!

[@holygrailwatches-rd5lv]

Interesting insight! I actually just talked about the moonswatch and noted Aliexpress.

[@MirrlyonTime]

@@holygrailwatches-rd5lv definitely much better watches/homages that are better to get imo than that moonswatch. Thanks for watching

[@MirrlyonTime]

@@holygrailwatches-rd5lv just subscribed to your channel, best of luck with it and with its growth!

[@michaelhorn8962]

I always take any watch "review" with a huge grain of salt. I don't expect any watch reviewer to be making these videos purely from the goodness of their heart. Ain't nobody got time for that. But I do appreciate being shown new watches I'd have probably never discovered on my own. If I'm interested, then I'll dig deeper. Sometimes, I get more information from the comments than from the review. I think it was from the comments section of some video that first exposed Benyar watches for actually being alloy rather than the claimed stainless.

[@MirrlyonTime]

@@michaelhorn8962 yes great points Michael! Whenever you purchase something you neee to do your research. I do pride myself in giving honest reviews even if the watch is free, which it seldom is for me but it won’t be long before I am able to get some more in the magic number seems to be 5k subscribers. Check out this video of a watch that was sent to me for free, and the initial unboxing comments revealed it was a drop ship of an addies dive model. I offered to return the watch (my cost) to the owner as I knew bringing up the info would hurt his brand. His nasty reply prompted me to do this video…. How Some Microbrands Are Ripping You Off!! kzbin.info/www/bejne/naPFl3usg9Z8n5o

[@AnCar88]

Hah Chris, the kid's picture for the background of these points is a top tier meme template choice:)

[@MirrlyonTime]

Thanks Andrei! The series was inspired by a mug we have at home that was given to one of my sons I think with the same picture and the iconic line what you talkin bout Willis printed on the mug :) at least this comment made it through haha

[@AnCar88]

@@MirrlyonTime Ah now we are delving deeper into the lore of the naming of the series :) Top notch.

[@billsomerset238]

I couldn't help notice, my sons dog does the same thing. Lol

[@MirrlyonTime]

@@billsomerset238 that hilarious I didn’t realize she was in the video until I went to edit it lol thanks for watching

[@BCallum]

Thanks for the video!!!! Well said!!!! Cheers!!!

[@MirrlyonTime]

@@BCallum thanks Bill

[@SpaceG95]

Preach Chris, Preach 👊🏾

[@MirrlyonTime]

@@SpaceG95 thanks m8

[@vipeton.8927]

Ali Express is tempting but im stick to my old 3 Casio watches.

[@MirrlyonTime]

@@vipeton.8927 I get it! What three Casios do you have?

[@vipeton.8927]

@@MirrlyonTime mtp-v007, a178 and f91w

[@Crownof12stars]

I stay with one watch, orient star. Japanese, high quality, unique, future classic.

[@MirrlyonTime]

@@Crownof12stars can’t go wrong with a good Orient, fantastic watches! Would definitely take one over a San martin all day and twice on Sunday

[@Marty4650]

It is actually hard to go wrong with Casio. They make excellent watches, and most are very affordable. My own "three Casios" are one G-Shock and two Casio Duros. And I own over a hundred watches. Every collection should have at least three Casios in it!

[@mad4watches]

I must say that I agree with your pet peeve =)

[@MirrlyonTime]

@@mad4watches thanks friend, just subscribed to your channel as well

[@mad4watches]

@@MirrlyonTime thank brother 🤜🤛

[@adk7962]

Thanks for the great video. And you have some great points, but I actually don’t mind Watch Reviewers recommending watches they haven’t handled especially from a brand they are familiar with. I personally think it would be impossible just to talk about only products you’ve handled whether it’s watches, cars, frying pans, or whatever. Thanks again!

[@MirrlyonTime]

@@adk7962 I make the same point in sum video here unless of course that part got Edited out for final production of it haha, can’t remember but yes as long as a reviewer has confidence in a brand I don’t see a problem talking about other watches from said brand

[@gregtolley3455]

Inexpensive not cheap.

[@MirrlyonTime]

@@gregtolley3455 I hear ya thanks

[@lew9223]

Good video. W**Watches must be on a tasty retainer from Ali as every watch is "style personified" or "the epitome' of elegance for $40" Thanks

[@MirrlyonTime]

@@lew9223 ahh, yeah nothing wrong with being an affiliate as I am one myself, my beef is with those who push sales and lists of watches they have had no hands on experience with. Thanks for watching Lew appreciate it, and please subscribe if you don’t mind, God bless m8!

[@lew9223]

Yep, he does that too "5 amazing watch haul coming right up" I'm a subscriber, best wishes from Scotland

[@MirrlyonTime]

@@lew9223 if it’s not scottish it’s crrrrraaaap! My great grandfather immigrated to collingwood Ontario Canada frim Glasgow

[@imaginekarma8582]

Also when the reviewer makes 10 community posts a day about watches they are “Pulling the trigger” on, stay tuned for the upcoming review, or already reviewed.

[@MirrlyonTime]

@@imaginekarma8582 ahhhh yes! Very true. Seen those too

[@CoolWatchesOnly]

for one pArt I love this work and the result and the process but on the other side I'm starting to think I'm not that good at it, so far it takes me ages to finish the videos, have had to return 1 watch already, the brand that said me was gonna send me one for free stoped replying my emails, think their expectations are like me reading a script or something, idk 🥴

[@MirrlyonTime]

Hey m8 just subscribed to your channel. Haven’t watched any videos as I just did but I will and give you some thoughts if you want. As long as you are having fun and have a genuine enthusiasm for the hobby you will do ok. Don’t worry about getting watches at this point as it takes time to develop a reputation. I would beware of any that want you to say anything “scripted” a watch brand/company should be confident enough in their product to come under scrutiny but if there is scripted portions just let your audience know. Thanks for watching this one m8!

[@CoolWatchesOnly]

@@MirrlyonTime thanks a lot, and yeah loved your video, no hype or anything just facts 👌👌

[@scatterbrain9490]

👍👍

[@MirrlyonTime]

Thanks scatter

[@bangzoom8180]

I'll find a decent selection of cheaper watches (with decent specs) on eBay too.

[@MirrlyonTime]

@@bangzoom8180 very true some good finds to be had on eBay for sure

[@WatchtheTime]

Interesting video mate. I know you’re one of the good guys but if I didn’t I have to be honest and say this smells a little bit like you’re having a go at channels for doing well. I’m not saying I don’t agree with many points you’ve made but I just don’t see the reason to try and out people, I’d rather just stay in my own lane tbh but each to their own. Keep doing you man 👍👍

[@adk7962]

You and Gary are definitely a couple of the good ones. I’ve never felt either one of you were trying to “sell” watches versus just wanting to talk about watches! Thanks!

[@WatchtheTime]

@@adk7962 I appreciate that mate and knowing Gary personally, I know he is aligned with me on keeping everything 100% honest and maintaining our integrity. Thanks again man 👍👍

[@MirrlyonTime]

@@WatchtheTime not at all Simon, I as you know celebrate the success if my friends channels and if I wanted to call out channels I could have but I chose not too because that’s not what this video is about, and true story, in my original Video I signal out your channel, Gary’s and watching James as channels I highly recommend to people, but I left that out because I felt this one was being too wordy at that point…..not trying to out people, if you recall another video I did about a microbrand company that was merely drop shipping aliexpress watches I did a video about without mentioning the company name. Appreciate you as always!

[@WatchtheTime]

@@MirrlyonTime I know you mate, so I know the sort of motivation you’d have had to make the video, I just hope others do to as I’ve always thought of you as one of the good guys. Have a blessed weekend man 👍👍

[@MirrlyonTime]

@@WatchtheTime thanks pal for the reassurance I appreciate you big time!

[@mk84142]

Interesting topic! It is quite complex and I think there are arguments both ways. I think ultimately there should also be some trust in the audience, us viewers, that many of us are capable of watching objectively and being able to decipher bias from paid reviews whether we know its paid for or not. To be honest im a bit of a cynic and assume there is gonna be bias in videos I watch and skip over all the notifications about whether its sponseres or paid or whatever. I actually dont care so much because Im gonna watch the video objectively and with my own interpretation. But thats me and everyone is different. Also important to have a healthy conversation about it on both sides of the fence. I like how your video doesnt name and shame anyone and your just providing info. There are some comments in here naming and shaming and I dont think thats helpful to anyone or the best approach to "fix" whatever the problem is. Thanks again for this video.

[@MirrlyonTime]

Thanks mk as I said in my video (at least I think I kept it in)’there is nothing wrong with making money doing this, I think the problem lies with some of the practices that show me anyways that some have transitioned slightly from doing this out of the pure love of the hobby and wanting to make money the priority and not the love of watches which leads to compromise, but you are absolutely bang on a viewer with common sense is able to figure out quite quickly whether or not someone is genuinely promoting a watch or brand or is a mere shill for it. Bias cannot be avoided, I admit my bias for Timex over Casio in some of my videos for example, but bias has nothing to do with my biggest pet peeve mentioned here which is promoting watches that you don’t even have or have had, and provide affiliate links for them. That to me is just wrong and I don’t follow channels myself that do this. Great feedback mk thank you for that.

[@mk84142]

@MirrlyonTime Thanks for takin the time to read my comment and detailed a response! I agree with you. Except on the timex vs casio! Haha Thanks again! =)

[@MirrlyonTime]

@@mk84142 my pleasure and we Can still be friends despite your disagreement with my take on Timex. For me, Timex will always hold a special place in my heart and will be doing more on Timex here soon. Thanks so much for watching and weighing in and I hope you have subscribed, god bless m8!

[@johnrb9397]

What are you wearing during this vid?

[@MirrlyonTime]

A handful of my aliexpress watches

[@johnrb9397]

@@MirrlyonTime on your wrist?

[@MirrlyonTime]

@@johnrb9397 Pagani Design PD 1671 homage of a Tudor black bay. Will be doing a video on it soon comparing it to an earlier version, to show whether or not PD is making improvements. One step forward two steps back unfortunately, and cannot recommend this particular watch, stay tuned!

[@johnrb9397]

@@MirrlyonTime thanks 🙏

[@MirrlyonTime]

@@johnrb9397 my pleasure

[@SemiDad]

One reviewer gave a great review of a watch and I mentioned a vendor that had said watch on sale. Reviewer, instead of assisting their viewers, nuked my post!

[@MirrlyonTime]

That stinks! I’m all about helping people if there is a better deal to be had on a watch I’m happy to point people in that direction. Thanks for watching m8 and please subscribe :)

[@SemiDad]

@@MirrlyonTime sad thing is the Casio MTD-1053D being reviewed had no affiliate link in the review. $75 (black), $105 (blue), $60 shipped from Europe!

[@lulul]

it's most likely youtube that deletes your comments not reviewers.. every single mention of any sort of product placement is automatically deleted. i once just mentioned buy me a coffee in a comment without any links or anything like that, just a general mention of it and the comment god deleted by youtube.

[@MirrlyonTime]

@@SemiDad and a Casio at that! What was it a 25 dollar watch? Crazy to get your nickers in a twist about that!

[@SemiDad]

@@MirrlyonTime $75 (black) & $105 (blue) on Amazon. $60 shipped from Europe.

[@michaelhorn8962]

Couldn't you also start a channel by getting watches from Amazon? (Free returns!)

[@MirrlyonTime]

@@michaelhorn8962 I have never thought of it that way Michael, now that is something to ponder, although I’m sure they would be quick to catch on :) thanks for watching m8

[@Marty4650]

@@MirrlyonTime Amazon might not send you free watches to review, but they ALSO have an affiliate program that pays you for every order placed through the link you post. And some people make a pretty good living this way. Buy something, review it, post a link, and get paid. Of course, this works best with larger channels since the more subscribers you have the more likely that more orders will be placed. And if enough of your subscribers make orders, then it really doesn't matter what you paid for the watch.

[@MirrlyonTime]

@@Marty4650 true Marty but I believe Michael was suggesting buying the watch, reviewing and it returning it since Amazon has such a good return policy hehe, as I said to him wouldn’t take long for them to catch on

[@NaNByZero]

At least Jody tells us he pros and cons. Being paid or not. ⚙️🕐🍸

[@ILikeWatches2]

Jody is the worst culprit, he spent years telling people he wasn’t getting paid when he was! 🤦🏻‍♂️ he only stopped when I emailed him and told him it was wrong! You can’t play an alarm, claim you only got a free watch all the while charging huge cash fees for your content. It’s outrageous that he got away with it for as long as he did.

[@NaNByZero]

@@ILikeWatches2 Interesting information. Thank you. I just remember calling him out that the particular video was sponsored. If he didn’t do that when it was affiliate link sponsoring only then I didn’t notice it. Maybe because I never click on affiliate links. Okay, I am starting to hate him now. Or at least when my Erebus Ascent arrives and it is a bad watch. :D

[@ILikeWatches2]

He now says sponsored because I emailed him and told him to stop lying about getting paid. When reviewers say sponsored they are telling you the charge a cash fee with telling you they charge a cash fee…I think it’s their way of clearing their conscience…it doesn’t go far enough.

[@NaNByZero]

@@ILikeWatches2 However, thank you for telling me and thank you for emailing him!

[@isfbuster6733]

​@@ILikeWatches2didn't you get into trouble with KZbin over something to do with Jodie in the past?

[@LenRedeemingTheTime]

I really despise Ali Express watches, they steal IP and build them with child slave labor. I've bought 2 of them early in my collecting and they are my biggest watch regrets. They both have had problems. I have too much self respect to buy another one.

[@MirrlyonTime]

Thanks m8 appreciate that, and totally understand your point. What ones did you buy?

[@LenRedeemingTheTime]

@@MirrlyonTime Boderry Checkmate and the obligatory Seagull 1963.

[@MirrlyonTime]

@@LenRedeemingTheTime that’s funny the obligatory seagull 1963 haha, I haven’t obliged to that one yet, actually the only thing I like about it is the movement I’m hoping to get a watch with that movement in the future. What about them are your biggest watch regrets?

[@KillingTimeWithNorman]

Great video man. Truth. 🍸🍸

[@MirrlyonTime]

Thanks Norm!

[@degenerateWA]

I mainly dislike those channels because they perform so much better than mine; my distaste is fueled purely on jealousy.

[@MirrlyonTime]

I’m not jealous, I am happy to see my friends channels growing to be honest.

[@degenerateWA]

@@MirrlyonTime uh huh, what you said😈