6 AMAZING Microbrand Watches

Ive scoured the globe to find the best Microbrands offering us watch enthusiasts something a little different with great value!
Ive curated 6 watches, all unique to each other and need to be shown to my audience!
Sit back, relax and enjoy some killer watches!
Buy The Héron Marinor
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Buy the Hemel Air Wing
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Buy The RZE Endeavour
www.rzewatches...
Buy The Duckworth Prestex Rivington
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Buy The Isotope Hydrium
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Buy The Maen Brooklyn 36
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[@DanRC69]

That ISOTOPE watch looks stunning, the colours and VERY clear and clean bold design just looks amazing.

[@Barbecuejag]

I can attest Isotope makes some great watches. I have 4 of Jose's models and had the pleasure to meet him at the NYC Wind Up Watch Fair. A class act.

[@heronwatchco.6870]

Thanks for the feature Russ, we're glad you're enjoying the Marinor. We wish you and your family beautiful holidays!

[@Aries0098]

Will be buying a Marinor - Atlantic Blue soon. It may just be the perfect vintage dive watch I'm looking for.

[@EricBishard]

These are great watches, I'm a new fan of this channel. Always looking for new microbrands. I'm looking for a new GMT and have been looking at a Lorier.

[@markwright2674]

Great video - thanks! A lot of fun discovering new brands for me (except for the Maen, which has been on my wish list for a while). Absolutely love the Maen - I do believe it's the Brooklyn 36, however, not 37

[@michaelberke9709]

Love that Heron….all of them really. Microbrands to consider reviewing: Straton and Jack Mason. Both impressive design and value for money.

[@cougarbatterie]

I'm offended Russ! As a Frenchmen, you did not review not one french micro brands 😢. You have to checkout "Charlie Paris" with the Concordia model. You have "Lip" that have excellent diver watches and finally checkout "Beaubleu" with their circular hands. Last but not least is "Yema" with their iconic chronograph watches. Scour more my friend. Cheers mate and my holiday greetings to everyone.

[@THEMADWATCHCOLLECTOR]

I’ve reviewed the Concordia my friend! Loved it! Yema is on the cards very soon!!!!

[@cougarbatterie]

Sorry, I missed that. I always watch your Casio review because I'm a lover of this brand my friend.​@@THEMADWATCHCOLLECTOR

[@02grak]

I have been dailying the Brooklyn for 3 months since I got it. It is by far the best watch I've owned. The dimensions are prime, it wears so well you forget its there, and the dial spared no bit of attention to detail. Oddly enough, it is marketed as a sport watch by Maen but it is sportable in pretty much any situation.

[@J0hnny8ravo]

With Heron diver we got inspiration from Vostok Amphibia. Cool!

[@kyleweber9760]

That Heron is a stunner....

[@Rivers_RHR]

I like the look of the MAEN but not keen on the name! Love the Isotope watches. Will definitely look to get one one day!

[@rc7016]

Henry Archer and Steinhart are both great watch brands...

[@원영재-v5k]

The video I was waiting for

[@markplayford5836]

Do love my micro’s and you picked some belters there. Faves are the RZE the Isotope and the Duckwoth Prestex. 👌

[@JasonTheWatchGuy]

The RZE is the one for me. Every time I've reviewed one from them, it's left me wanting to buy it.

[@Koishishibaman]

Great review , and collection. Want one of each! Duckworth makes a square orange dial on leather. Handsome!

[@rodiow369]

Wow great review Russ, some very nice choices, just want to say I have an RZE Aspirare and it is one of my favourite watches, I highly recommend RZE, that Isotope looks amazing ! wow

[@sanshammanchanda4328]

Waiting for the new seiko 5 field gmt review

[@gunner9010]

The Heron looks especially nice. I came across a new Ball watch. The Marinemaster GMT Moon Phase (42mm) with easily movable GMT hand and 2 moon phase complications. I'm pretty tempted on this one.

[@gordtulk]

There are several true gmts that have a quick set date (sellita movement?) And I think a true - adjustable hour GMT is a traveller GMT. One that lacks that functionality is known as a desk GMT. Great content as always.

[@LaJiahao]

That heron looks very similar to a CW aquitaine

[@Blue_3rd]

Great episode, cheers 👍.

[@askari_jones]

A really excellent show (watched it a second time on the big TV in the living room when the wife was out). A very, very nice selection. I take it back by the way regarding the Heron it is seriously pretty and I love the picture of Popeye on the caseback.

[@jlo4835]

My wife talked over the "Yeeeesss" at the start so had to start all over again!

[@acp02091]

Zelos, Vario, Mr Jones. There are a ton of interesting Micros out there.

[@henryjohnston2436]

Seems like you missed out BVOR Watches, very interesting how the founders come together and unique watches.

[@Substraal]

Hemel in Dutch means : Heaven

[@acethis]

Love the retro vibes of Isotope - Austin Powers should strap one on his wrist 😂 Another micro brand that I have tried in 2023 and thoroughly impressed - Traska. Their commuter and venturer series oozes Rolex OP vibes but have their own distinct DNA. Anyway, a great episode on micros 👍

[@yecora10]

can you do a video on lorus rl445bx9...and lorus in general.

[@WatchWitt]

The Isotope is spectacular!

[@khirshagk]

Love the Maen

[@dburkhard100]

Long time fan Russ, Do you ever sell or trade any watches you get? Would love to get the opportunity to get one from you.

[@THEMADWATCHCOLLECTOR]

Of course my friend!!!

[@LS1007]

Most of these brands I haven’t heard of. I like the Hemel. Thanks for sharing some micro brands with not so micro prices.

[@MrObiwan1]

I would be genuinely happy to wear any of these watches ❤

[@patrickhannon8126]

Marinor Man = Captain Birdseye 😅

[@springbay1]

The wife's comments are always spot on. After watching Teddy's video I'm now curious to know what her most worn watch of 2023 might be.

[@MrMagoo-hf8yk]

What's with the Star of Bethlehem? 😂

[@Beck-Stein]

What about ur brand?

[@Matthew-wn8oq]

Guaranteed that micro bead blasted watch will rust the min it hits salt water. If you think stainless doesn't rust and corrode , just bead blast it.

[@johnhoof]

No sherwood watches????

[@THEMADWATCHCOLLECTOR]

Only watches we haven’t seen yet my friend

[@MrFrontsidebus]

Hey psst: remember Visitor Watch company?

[@zetmoon]

Isn’t a traveler’s GMT a “real” GMT? Unlike a caller’s GMT. 🙄

[@greamespens1460]

Sir it's been a while since you last posted, hope you are ok.

[@colinlumsden9784]

Love the comments from The Probation Officer...they are a special breed 😂😂😂

[@cosmodoc]

For a true GMT I would rather get the Lorier, better value and prettier!

[@ralfjr.]

I would recommend you do a video about watch boxes something like style prices or the technology used. What do you say? P.S. Great video.

[@columbiaforte876]

The “Crazy Eddie” of the watch world. Can’t be taken seriously in my opinion..🐒🐒

[@johnfrei9057]

That’s impressive what Heron did with that scratch resistance.

[@bladimirkroutska3707]

Maen 2.050euros? I wouldn't give them 205. No bothering to look at the other sites. Thank God for aliexpres

[@THEMADWATCHCOLLECTOR]

You do you my friend

[@thelion43]

Was the greatest micro brand watch of them all The Spaghetti Scametii lost in the post 😂

[@gohabs365]

The RZE would be at the top of my list.

[@BosunM8James]

That titanium looks amazing

[@chrisenchemin7183]

Hello, and thanks for this video. Micro brands from Québec, USA, Sweden, Singapour, England, Swiss ... this vid was a great journey. I especially liked the Héron and the Duckworth Prestex. About this last brand, do you know which year it was born?

[@BosunM8James]

"what's with the star of Bethlehem at the top" 😂😂😂😂😂 Brilliant

[@brianwall463]

Hey Russ, Awesome review of some lovely micro brand goodness!! Being from Atlantic Canada, I’ll be getting on the Heron website later! Keep up the great work, Happy Christmas and I can’t wait for the Sherwood watch reviews when you upload them. Cheers!!

[@ibanezmnm]

Rze is a great Explorer like watch .I’ll definitely check it out

[@danryan4137]

Adore the Maen. I love angry Owl’s.

[@badllama8090]

Wifes Comments are wonderful & funny, 😂 Great content as usual chap, on the web as i type lol 👏👍👌✌🤘🖖🤙

[@fredochinaski9968]

Great vidéo russ, héron, all thé way....by thé way, when thé winner for thé NAME of that watch of previous vidéo,will bé picked? Frédéric.

[@fubaralakbar6800]

"Star of Bethlehem" Well it is Christmas time, you know😁

[@rooflessdriver68]

Loved the MAEN and would be my choice. Couldn’t help a childish snigger at Duckworth name. Jack & Vera popped up in my head!

[@krvav1]

Rze is a great watch. original desig, very durable, interesting colours. i have one and like it. feels like u50 a bit

[@plektosgaming]

Heron looks to be a giant slap across the face for Seiko's huge price increases. Lovely watch and on my short list. The RZE looks too much like the Erebus Origin. Which is a LOT less money. Hummm...

[@darrenfry4695]

Maen is pronounced man..cheers russ ive seen a couple of watches i want in the very near future.

[@hezzy2813]

The Heron. Only all I can see now is the star of Bethlehem 😂

[@kaunas888]

All of these brands are basically copying each other with 70s inspired designs or the latest trend. I think that they will not age well.

[@Aries0098]

The Heron is incredible for the price.

[@stu632]

Great stuff Russ! Heron Marinor - Everything about it, the logo, look of quality and scratch resistance - 8/10 Hemel - Amazing, let it glow, let it glow, let it glow - 8.5/10 RZE - I like it, similar to the Erebus, lot of dial space, but all round great and on the fly micro - 8/10 Duckworth - Very nice, gives me Farer vibes - 8/10 Isotope - I like it but the seconds hand is a bit off, shape and colour doesn't match the dial, I'd prefer different colours - 7.5/10 Maen - Stylish and sophisticated, this brand is doing great things - 8.5/10

[@MrMagoo-hf8yk]

Can't say that I disagree with any of them ratings... Some crackers there.

[@stu632]

See where you are coming from 👍@dellwright1407

[@MrMagoo-hf8yk]

😮 Jeeeeez... Didn't even know half of these existed! Some real beauties here!.. REALLY tempted by most of these... Thanks Russell.. Thats me skint next year now!😂

[@MrHighbury]

Hemel had big problems with the fully lumed version and were not happy with the quality control process . They ended up paying everyone back. Shame as it looked a great watch. But he was very up front with keeping us all in the know,so big up Hemel 👍🏻

[@lonegroover]

For god's sake stop it with the jumpy vocal edits, you're making me psychotic.

[@THEMADWATCHCOLLECTOR]

DONT WATCH MY CHANNEL!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@zigzaguzzi2665]

Two amazing microbrand you should (could?) review are echo/neutra: Italian made with swiss movement. Amazing products with amazing quality. I got the Cortina chronograph and it is just fantastic. The other is Dan Henry. I know some people are complaining about them "copying" some models but MAN they are doing sooo nice watches. I got the 1975 model and it is gorgeous! They took the real deal to normal people. 300 usd for amazing watches. You can even choose smaller diameters also (finally!!). They even have a warehouse in Europe so we can spare those customs taxes! The 1972 "maverick" model is sick!! Seriously I am in love with this brand.

[@wed265]

Hi I am from New Jersey in usa. Got into watches in the last couple of years period probably shouldn't have. LOL I am a very funny guy and appreciate other funny people. Just wanted to say you are really funny and I enjoy watching your Channel. Keep up the great work❤😊

[@stuartheyburn8741]

That Heron was quite surprising!! Halios is also a good Canadian company.👍

[@tiemenstaal]

RZE puts a $30 Seiko movement in a $500 package? What am I missing?

[@THEMADWATCHCOLLECTOR]

Too many people dismiss the work that goes into making watches that are not off the shelf . Dont just look at the movement buddy, really dig a little deeper and you’ll find worth in these watches . Unique design, materials, assembly, business , ethos, website. You want every band looking like San Martin??

[@Jtjustintimberlake]

Its between the Duckworth and Maen

[@matthieuboyer7676]

Isotope is the ONE for me. Like its overall look and colour, attention to details… Would be interested to see more models from this brand within a next review maybe? Thanks for the video !

[@HansWatches]

Great video as always, thanks. The Maen would be my first choice, followed by the Heron and Hemel.

[@marcgoulding5230]

I chortled at "star of Bethlehem!" Har!

[@christrayling1852]

Love the Lorier (currently on my wish list). RZE make great watches. Love MAEN as well. I quite like the Heron although I'm not sure why it's got the name 'Marinor' on the dial and an image of a Mariner on the back? - did the Chinese do the spelling? (I can't really criticise, I often wear my Guanqin 'Cheronometer' 😉). Great video Russ - I wish Hamtun were still in business, I feel they would've made your microbrand list.

[@heronwatchco.6870]

Hey Chris, thank you for the kind words, Marinor comes from the combination of Mariner and North star, hope it makes more sense now

[@christrayling1852]

@@heronwatchco.6870 I understand now, that explains the star at the '12' - nice. Many thanks.

[@paulhopkins1905]

The RZE reminds me alot of the Oris Pro Pilot X. I really like it

[@kyb7795]

I thought they'd be cheap but after hearing $600 on the first I left the vid

[@THEMADWATCHCOLLECTOR]

Left??? You missed a lot of fun my friend

[@jrice644]

Been following Duckworth Prestex for a while. If they made a smaller watch with the same spec. I think it would fly off the shelves!!

[@PoweReserv]

The wife's called Betty, right....Ooooo! 😂 ( For those of us who remember Frank) Great work again!

[@Kaipelana]

Wahey! I really liked this one. I want that Heron. And the Duckworth. And the Isotope. Well, all of them really.

[@ikonane]

The MAEN is amazing

[@goose3246]

Montreal representation 😎

[@markenlightenment7101]

The main issue with microbands is they don't tebd to do lume or movement regulation well. Also its difficult to service them by when there aren't many authorised sealers of then nearby I really don't advise getting a microbrand, especially as you don't have the easy option of reselling then as there isnt much demand for them

[@THEMADWATCHCOLLECTOR]

The lume on all these watches are done to a high level. All the movements are well known by all watchmakers and are easy to service. There aren’t any bespoke modules added? Just all negativity here from you Mark for no reason??? The resale I agree to a point but if you buy a watch and just think about the resale you’re best buying a necklace instead buddy. Come on!

[@markenlightenment7101]

@THEMADWATCHCOLLECTOR You're correct that there are exceptions. You can service the movement easily but not the watch case from the actual brand that much. You're also correct that a necklace would be better for investment, but id feel better knowing that I'd save at least 80% of what I paid than 40%. Microbrands might appear cheaper, but they aren't easily sellable unless you lower the price a lot so they are the elephant in the room. Sorry for the negativity, ps I love your content

[@gerrytemple5044]

Gave this a chance even though strangely I lost interest in microbrands. Thanks Russ for the video, they're all nice in their own way, but in the big sea of watches none stands out imho. Maybe I'm a bit tired after obtaining my grail watch (a Cartier Tank XL, sorry, I know you're not into it). Almost stopped wearing all my other watches, as to me it is beautiful in any environment and dress style. But I'm still watching every single episode of your channel, you're just doing a terrific job! 👍😜🧡 ps. I could imagine buying a Breitling Superocean Heritage 42 in green as a contrast.💚 Cheers!

[@GraemeBreiner]

That HERON MARINOR is nice!

[@fuzzytalz]

Hi Mate. By any chance are you from Birmingham?

[@THEMADWATCHCOLLECTOR]

No my friend

[@comeonman7423]

That MAEN looks gorgeous

[@murph8411]

Isotope looks ok but I think it’s too expensive for a printed dial and a relatively unknown movement that may be using a Chinese base with a little final work done in Switzerland to bring the value of work done to just over 50% of the movement cost.

[@draakisback]

For me, the problem with these new micros is that they tend to start with diver watches and I'm not really a diver watch guy. I did finally get a micro brand watch this year in the horage supercede which is a fantastic watch by the way, and I was considering a Baltic or a Christopher Ward for my next purchase. We will see though...

[@gunnerman1880]

I like the watch your wearing in this video I've tried to find it for a good price but not quite yet. Is it called the rally ? 70 80s style.

[@tuberman33]

Video is hard to watch with all the cuts. Too distracting and eventually became annoying. Lots of interesting brands though.

[@michaelkeefer4293]

I think my favorite by a narrow margin is the Duckwork Prextex. I also, really like the Heron, Hemel and RZE.

[@sachinhj9910]

Please make a review of the Indian Microbrand Bnagalore Watch Company.

[@mattkinsella9856]

The Hemel is my favourite but not being an automatic movement irks me, I dont why exactly but it is a factor that'd hold me back from parting with my money.

[@dblh84]

Man, Jack Mason's fantastic Strat-o-timer gets absolutely no love from any channels; it's a shame because it's an amazing, high quality luxury timepiece. I've owned my Dark Knight (Batgirl) on its fantastic seven link jubilee for a few months and absolutely love it. It's got a 9075 inside, sapphire front and back, 200m and regulated to +/- 5spd. It's an homage to the GMT MASTER II but has its own design language - cushion case, no crown guards and a very vintage vibe. If you love the GMT MASTER II and want something inspired by it yet has its own unique look, check it out - you won't regret it.

[@johnnyjohnny7204]

'what the wife said' keeps me watching (pun)...and you're brave as she's tough. xlnt.

[@K0MBIAN]

Just one problem with the "as seen on TV" Héron "scratch test". You can clearly see that you're not really using much pressure when "scratching" the spare link. Also, it looks as though the tool is laying flat on the link, as opposed to you really forcing the tip of the tool across the "regular" bracelet...