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In this Armitron watch review video, I analyze the new digital watches, called the Armitron Rubik and Rogue, which appear to be the stainless steel options that Casio fans have been waiting for. Are these the ultimate alternatives that make the A158 and A168 irrelevant? Let's find out!
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🎬 Chapters
0:00 Casio finally did it!...wait....
0:15 A Reality Check
0:25 Armitron Watches Review
0:35 Armitron Watches History
0:56 International Shipping?
1:13 Cost*
1:45 Stop buying junk products!
3:17 Packaging
3:27 Armitron vs Casio appearance
3:58 Armitron Rubik size
4:32 Finally, a steel case!
4:54 Water resistance
5:02 Armitron Rogue shape & size
5:20 Case finishing
5:35 Better bracelets
6:27 Initial issues
7:08 Pushers & looks
7:33 Functions
8:15 Useful extra function
8:27 A fatal flaw?
9:20 Buy instead of Casio A1000?
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Ben's Watch Club tends to cover affordable watches like Seiko, Timex, Casio, Citizen, MVMT, Vincero, Bulova, Orient, Hamilton, and more. We rarely feature luxury watches like Rolex, Patek Philippe, Breitling, Tag Heuer, Tudor, Grand Seiko, Cartier, Omega, Audemars Piguet, or Hublot due to their price.

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@oleksiikleims7718
@oleksiikleims7718 Жыл бұрын
I hope this will spark a competition and casio will finally create a steel case versions of their affordable watches.
@traviswalker8933
@traviswalker8933 Жыл бұрын
This has been out for years at this point and Casio's answer has been the A1000D model.
@MiguelGarcia-vj7oo
@MiguelGarcia-vj7oo Жыл бұрын
​@@traviswalker8933 OP lives under a rock.....
@ctmme
@ctmme Жыл бұрын
@@traviswalker8933 A1000D is only 30m water resist which is a deal breaker for me.
@traviswalker8933
@traviswalker8933 Жыл бұрын
@@ctmme so is the F-91W and A-158. The A-1000D is the steel cased variant of these watches.
@Hriskataaa
@Hriskataaa 9 ай бұрын
@@traviswalker8933 ...for triple the price.. maybe more, depending on the region
@lookatwrist
@lookatwrist Жыл бұрын
Casio had tons of proper metal screwback digitals throughout the 80s. Wish they never stopped.
@IlluminatingWatches
@IlluminatingWatches Жыл бұрын
Armitron have a surprisingly fun and interesting history. I like some of the old 90s all sport digitals, and these new retro options are nicely conceived. Shame they don’t really have a meaningful market presence in Europe
@TheDonCucaracho
@TheDonCucaracho Жыл бұрын
I always recommend your channel mate 😅 the absolute best in the digital niche
@MonolithMike
@MonolithMike Жыл бұрын
I’ve had Armitron watches in my collection for years. They are the unsung hero of American watch brands: great designs, solid quality build, and blue collar prices. Great watches so it’s good to see them getting some love from across the pond!
@american236
@american236 2 ай бұрын
Absolutely. Solid watches.
@lc1565
@lc1565 Жыл бұрын
I would definitely buy a Rogue for a few more bucks if it had a usable night light. I was literally about to snap one up until you showed that. Seems like Armitron is trending in the right direction, hopefully you can show us more soon!
@acomingextinction
@acomingextinction Жыл бұрын
YES. ARMITRON. I genuinely haven't bought a Casio since I discovered there was a company out there still making steel-cased digital watches. They also make a retro ana-digi combo watch that I really enjoy.
@KRAFTWERK2K6
@KRAFTWERK2K6 Жыл бұрын
Yeah i'd love that too. Preferably with Lumed arabic numbers.
@TalenGryphon
@TalenGryphon Жыл бұрын
If you're good with a hot-air rework station or even a soldering pencil it should be pretty straightforward to replace that awful backlight LED with a brighter 1206, 0805, or similar. Just be sure to use a bright color like white, blue, pink, or green. I have done this mod on numerous Casios and it works pretty well. I'm curious to see how it will work on the Armitron as I def want one of these (Too bad the black and gold ones more than Double the price)
@finesse49
@finesse49 Жыл бұрын
I bought a steel Casio with that shape in 1986. With 4 pushers and a 37x42x10.2mm case, 200m water resistance, and a very legible display, it's a great little watch. The size is in my preference zone, too and it's still running.
@yusufbest4475
@yusufbest4475 Жыл бұрын
I want a small casio with 200m water resistance! 😅
@mediaplayer2150
@mediaplayer2150 Жыл бұрын
​@@yusufbest4475se ti vanno bene solo 100 m w800h
@dimasbaskoro8150
@dimasbaskoro8150 Жыл бұрын
That's the problem: durable items are not good for business 😅
@yusufbest4475
@yusufbest4475 Жыл бұрын
@@mediaplayer2150 smaller than that 😅 f91 size is perfect but not the water resistance lol
@finesse49
@finesse49 Жыл бұрын
@@yusufbest4475 and not steel.🙂
@AlexToma
@AlexToma Жыл бұрын
As someone who has 2 bw 640 and a Casio 158 i'm quite happy with them, i do like the idea of personality and as they change with time. I use almost every day a silver 640 and for the past 2+ years i had no problem with it or any other ones from the above, even thought at first all pulled my arm hair.
@watchingdanny
@watchingdanny Жыл бұрын
So happy to see Armitron. They have quite a selection with many steel-cased options. Their LED Tetra and Griffy are two very unique ones. And the Flashback is another Casio killer, squarely taking on the Casio AQ800E. Great review as always. I love my Casios but I love my underdog Armitrons too. 😁
@american236
@american236 2 ай бұрын
Absolutely.
@teux01
@teux01 Жыл бұрын
I remember Armitron from back in the day and honestly didn't realize that they were still around. Not planning to replace my Casios anytime soon but I'll definitely keep these in mind.
@InsAznKlown3
@InsAznKlown3 Жыл бұрын
If they fix the light, this is definitely beating a casio
@antimatt_r
@antimatt_r Жыл бұрын
Ayy, an Armitron video! Been waiting for someone to make this. They've capitalized with some common sense upgrades over Casio's lazy complacency and I dig it. I have the Ridgemont and I love it TO BITS! It's weirdly reminiscent of a Casio model (even moreso than these) but cheaper and with the same stainless steel upgrade. It shares the engraved/etched caseback, which was a lovely and unexpected surprise when I picked it up last year. The face is a nice dark blue (almost black in some lights) with a vertical brushed pattern. The light on the digital portion (it's ana-digi) is even EL rather than a cheap LED. I threw it on a 20mm jubilee and it's become one of my favorite watches. I've got two nitpicks though. The 12 o'clock marker is slightly crooked, which I can live with. Also, the analog and digital times don't stay synced very long. For the price I paid, I'm still happy, but it's not perfect. I'm tempted to get another as I've banged mine up a bit, so hopefully the 12 o'clock marker is aligned next time!
@garycollard1981
@garycollard1981 Жыл бұрын
Cool to see an Armitron mention:) I have both the Rubik and Rogue, good additions to my collection despite the dreadful backlight. I also have an Armitron 40/8447 which has a great backlight, big number display and a nice soft rubber strap with 2 keepers rather than the usual 1 with Casios. I probably wear this one more than the other 2.
@garycollard1981
@garycollard1981 Жыл бұрын
@Omar Zoya just tried it on a 2 piece canvas strap (only 18mm strap I think I have) and gotta say it looks good. Never considered trying different straps as happy with the metal one. Thanks for post.
@valueink
@valueink 2 ай бұрын
Which one would you say is the better watch between the Rubik and the Rogue?
@digeiSemtex
@digeiSemtex Жыл бұрын
Great review, as always. I have two Rubiks so here's my 2 cents: Pros: They look good (don't look too close though) and the straps are neat. Price is good as well. Downs: QC is questionable. Also there's no button guards and the buttons really stick out. The snap off case back is also a minus. I got two of these Rubiks and they were both duds, after a month of use, one of them had one button just shoot out of it's socket after being pressed. The other one has the graphics overlay printed askew, can't even look at it, also the buttons squeak. I also have two A1000s and CASIO always have great quality, as you know. CASIO just needs to roll out the A1000 in plain stainless steel, with a black watchface, positive LCD and solid link bracelet (like the Rag and Bone one) and i think that a lot of people would buy that for +/- 200 USD.
@brantisonfire
@brantisonfire Жыл бұрын
01:09 Why did the second hand tick forward and then backward? Low battery indicator? I can't be the only one who caught that. Or did you loop the footage forward and in reverse?
@bodoque_csm
@bodoque_csm 4 ай бұрын
it got confused
@matthewhowell1455
@matthewhowell1455 Жыл бұрын
Good review, Ben. I have both of these models, along with a resin Sport Chrono and a vintage digital from 1979. I cannot understand why Armitron did not put the backlight from the Sport Chrono into the Rubik and the Rogue. The backlight on the Sport Chrono is equal to or better than both Indiglo and ElectroLuminescence, at least in my opinion.
@eruno_
@eruno_ 10 ай бұрын
you can always get Belarusian Technochas "Elektronika" digital watches which are also stainless steel and have been continuously made since Soviet times.
@dimpfelmoser
@dimpfelmoser 2 ай бұрын
😮where to buy?
@eruno_
@eruno_ 2 ай бұрын
@@dimpfelmoser just Google "technochas"
@paulrobinson9355
@paulrobinson9355 Жыл бұрын
I’ve been looking forward for a review on these as they keep popping up on Amazon and I’m always been tempted to bagged them both! Great review
@american236
@american236 2 ай бұрын
They are awesome watches
@Dynamics_Watch_Reviews
@Dynamics_Watch_Reviews Жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing this, great stuff love your channel, best wishes from Australia 🇦🇺
@paulgraham1465
@paulgraham1465 Жыл бұрын
I have a few Armitron watches and they are really good. They seem to be getting more and more attention from outside their usual markets, which is good. I think they are far better than Timex.
@estesailen4848
@estesailen4848 Жыл бұрын
Great review as ever Ben. Always wonder why you maybe overlook the Casio W-96h when mentioning Casio's. It's got splitlap stopwatch, 2'timezones,reasonable backlight, easily avail in uk, fits small wrists, large numerals. Great jogging watch . How about a review?
@aworminmybook8234
@aworminmybook8234 Жыл бұрын
i did some video work for them in the 90s. good people, nyc based operation. they mostly oem watches for fashion designers. they would approach designers back then like anne klein, kenneth cole, etc. and license their name. the watches are designed in house at armitron and approved by the fashion designer. you used to be able to get great deals on the overstock at century 21 in nyc.
@BensWatchClub
@BensWatchClub Жыл бұрын
For those wondering, yes the tick does go back and forward at 1:10! Only realised after filming, I reseated the crown and it hasn't done it since. Strange, right? 😅 Explore Carl Friedrik's luxury leather goods with a 100-day trial before they sell out!: friedrik.co/tgu #ad Armitron Rubik ➡ geni.us/armitronrubik Armitron Rogue ➡ geni.us/armitronrogue Armitron Dress Watch ➡ geni.us/armitrondresswatch
@jesusmgw
@jesusmgw Жыл бұрын
Before knowing about Armitron I bought a belarusian made Elektronika (ЧН-52) and it also feels like a Casio alternative with better materials and even more personality.
@FourIntoOne
@FourIntoOne Жыл бұрын
Awesome! Ordered the rogue just now via your link. Cheers!
@madsfristednavne9632
@madsfristednavne9632 Жыл бұрын
When buying the Seagull 1963 should I be going for the Acrylic Mirror or Sapphire Mirror??
@RynoFishing
@RynoFishing 11 ай бұрын
I owned multiple of these and one of them is for fishing and let me tell you, I tore up multiple Casios as a fishing watch but my armitron rubiks is still working great and still looks new after a year of hardcore fishing environment.
@danthemaninfierno
@danthemaninfierno Жыл бұрын
Just that swimming logo and I can smell the chlorine, pickled onion monster munch and Highland toffee bar from my trips to the Swimming Baths on the 80s. 😊
@kevinhawthorne5257
@kevinhawthorne5257 Жыл бұрын
Thank You for all of your videos that you did.
@Shpeil
@Shpeil Жыл бұрын
The bracelet on that Rogue is identical to the bracelet on my first watch - a Roamer quartz circa 1989. Pleased to report no trouble with it over many, many years.
@danspencer4235
@danspencer4235 Жыл бұрын
I still have one Casio that I bought new in the 1980's. Glad to see you lads still love ancient technology.
@BosunM8James
@BosunM8James Жыл бұрын
I'm quite impressed with these armitron watches and I think this was the concept and price range casio fans were hoping to see with the release of the a1000's. These two particular models look fantastic, the price is right where it should be considering they are all metal, and if they ever improve that backlight I may kick casio to the curb. That sounds crazy, I know, but these really are considerable contenders to the vintage casio line. Excellent review and I really appreciate how you commented on all the things a collector would want to know regarding watches like these.
@willgregor8043
@willgregor8043 9 ай бұрын
Sadly the amazon links won't deliver to Australia - in fact I can't find any way to get them here down under! :(
@downingbots
@downingbots Жыл бұрын
damn, that sidelight / backlight thing really is a dealbreaker for me :'( it's too bad, because I really like the look of the Armitron Rogue
@TalenGryphon
@TalenGryphon Жыл бұрын
If you know soldering that problem is easily fixed
@downingbots
@downingbots Жыл бұрын
@@TalenGryphon I'm good at soldering, but blah I don't want to have to figure out sourcing parts, buying a soldering iron just for this, making sure that all the parts are compatible and fit, and I've never pulled apart a watch before, etc. It would be a fun project sometime! But it's more than just knowing how to solder imo
@richardnedbalek1968
@richardnedbalek1968 Жыл бұрын
I had an Armitron in middle school. This vid takes me back…a little ways! 😉
@ignaciopadilla5150
@ignaciopadilla5150 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video. I've seen these watches and never new they were steel
@nick044
@nick044 Жыл бұрын
I might be getting one of those armitron digital analog watches. They seem to come in really cool colors
@me_random_gerard
@me_random_gerard Жыл бұрын
Must review the Armitron Instalite. Love your videos brother, keep up the great work!
@anthonystevens8683
@anthonystevens8683 Жыл бұрын
I've had an Armitron LED watch for a while and it just works and does what it says on the tin. No complaints for the price that I paid for it. This is the first time that I've seen an LCD Armitron so I might just take a look. I have an A1000 positive display and don't really have any significant complaints but the price is a lot higher than the watches under review. Many thanks for sharing Ben.
@TechBaffle
@TechBaffle Жыл бұрын
Armitron looks interesting. I've seen the 40/8460GDB which looks awesome and I'm tempted by the 40/8475 - it's probably not practical but hey it's charming!
@shambollock6861
@shambollock6861 9 ай бұрын
Does the armitron rogue have 50m WM? I’m thinking knight g on getting one
@rlm6213
@rlm6213 11 ай бұрын
I've got my eye on the Armitron Rogue - I love the design and that it's all stainless steel to boot is a strong selling point.
@markhondaturbo
@markhondaturbo 10 ай бұрын
I have been using an Armitron Griffy, which has illuminating led digits like an old digital alarm clock, as the watch I sleep in. I use it as a micro flashlight to check on my infant twins at night. I replaced the metal bracelet after waking up with some cuts and blood with a soft fabric velcro i-watch strap. They are much much cheaper on Amazon whereas their website prices are almost double
@Dr_Spinal_Fracture
@Dr_Spinal_Fracture Жыл бұрын
A cool watch I would like to see is the Orient Retro Future Camera. I've had my eye on it for a while because of its unique looks.
@jeffe6338
@jeffe6338 Жыл бұрын
Have you done a video on the Micronta which looks very similar to the casio 158w
@user-oz5mg5mx8k
@user-oz5mg5mx8k Жыл бұрын
I bought the Rouge on the back of this video. I love Casio and have a G shock, a158 and a168, all excellent in their own right but the Armitron Rouge takes me back to the days I remember fondly and it’s all stainless steel like the old Casio of the day. I’m in the UK so struggled finding one but worth the search and well chuffed with mine! The function and quality is excellent, wears well on the wrist and definitely looks the part! Wear it all the time. Seems in life we all get to a certain age and we start hankering for the old stuff we remember from old, know and love.
@robertnorth1681
@robertnorth1681 Жыл бұрын
I bought Armitrons for my boys when they were younger. G-Shock in appearance but not as robust and the straps were crap. Both straps eventually broke. But, they were good for their purpose, and now that the boys are older, G-Shock makes more sense.
@tanhockjun
@tanhockjun Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the introduction but I still like casio~ (I don't like the gap at the lug to the braclet from the armitron) 01:09 the second hand doesn't want to go?
@djapojunior
@djapojunior Жыл бұрын
Armitron makes some really cool affordable watches. I especially like the Griffy, one of the coolest retro futuristic watches out there and at a great price.
@CymInUA
@CymInUA Жыл бұрын
Interesting review - nice one.
@c.b.1378
@c.b.1378 Жыл бұрын
Any chance of a review of the new Timex T80 36mm models with stainless steel case?
@katherinelangford981
@katherinelangford981 Жыл бұрын
Oh man, now you got me looking at this watch. Though I think I may stick to my pebble time steel. Battery life isn't bad for a smart watch and I like the metal look. But I am now looking at this and a casio g shock, all black and then maybe customize the dial or something.
@Theenemy38
@Theenemy38 22 күн бұрын
Just got the Rubik in the mesh bracelet and I really like it a lot. I'm gonna get the rouge too since I think it looks nice too.
@jabezhane
@jabezhane Жыл бұрын
Looks like a Montine International LCD I had in 1980. Nice handbag by the way!
@TwinCitiesOxygen
@TwinCitiesOxygen 4 ай бұрын
How long do the batteries last
@catalinsoare1261
@catalinsoare1261 Жыл бұрын
Looking forward to some reviews about the Edifice watches from Casio
@scottstrang1583
@scottstrang1583 6 ай бұрын
One of those reminds me of my first digital watch I got in 6th grade with was an Armitron Seiko clone. One day while rushing out of class I banged it on the metal door frame and broke the crystal. Never fixed it.
@Zanzibar2Far
@Zanzibar2Far Жыл бұрын
Wow, took him a while...I've had mine for about a year. Got the Rubik, Ridgemont, 2xGriffy (red/gold & blue/silver)...Rouge happens to be en route lol
@richardmcginnis5344
@richardmcginnis5344 Жыл бұрын
armitron is a good brand, i was hitchhiking when i was younger and as i was walking along backwards with my hand out i spotted one laying on the ground, i picked it up checked it the time the date and slapped it on my wrist some guy watched the entire thing and as i stuck my hand back into the traffic he stopped offered me a ride and asked me what i found so i showed it to him and he said they were a good brand then showed me the same watch on his hand. that was maybe 1991?
@bogrot69
@bogrot69 Жыл бұрын
Thoughts on the A1000RCG-8B with the sapphire crytal?
@nikkomendiola4447
@nikkomendiola4447 8 ай бұрын
I polished my armitron rubik and it's so satisfying too look more shiny and more reflecting 😊
@REGameFly
@REGameFly Ай бұрын
Any good looking briefcases you recommend?
@donfoley1590
@donfoley1590 5 ай бұрын
I bought one, but the inside digital part is not aligned properly.
@THEMADWATCHCOLLECTOR
@THEMADWATCHCOLLECTOR Жыл бұрын
Come on Ben!!! Taking on the mighty Casio?!?! Naaaaaaaaaaaaaaa
@elihernandez330
@elihernandez330 Жыл бұрын
I hope they release a version with a mesh band and a black coated one with resin as i can't wear link bracelets with my super hairy wrists since they always pop hairs out and annoy me Mesh is my favorite followed by resin. But if it's resin I hope it has more holes for finer adjustment than the casios. But i love how resin watches never get hot when out in the worst of summers. Metal watches get uncomfortably hot.
@oleksiikleims7718
@oleksiikleims7718 Жыл бұрын
I would love the Rogue face panel on Rubik case.
@fuzzywuzzy0549
@fuzzywuzzy0549 Жыл бұрын
exactly
@dextercool
@dextercool Жыл бұрын
One of the few times I’ve sat through the sponsor bit - those leather goods look dope.
@BensWatchClub
@BensWatchClub Жыл бұрын
They are mega, I need to see if they'll send me their updated backpack at some point though, looks far more functional than their old model 😮
@ChristyOFaghan
@ChristyOFaghan Жыл бұрын
given the cons, maybe not so much a Casio 'Killer' as 'Challenger' nice to see though, about time Armitron got another bite of the apple
@avronaut
@avronaut Жыл бұрын
Nice, but I don't like that the display ist set so low.
@ctmme
@ctmme Жыл бұрын
My grail watch isn't a Rolex or whatever but instead I desire a small digital watch made from real metal and a water resistance that allows you to swim with it worry free. I've been looking at this exact watch for a while now. It was super obscure to me, especially since I'm not in America. I've been looking for reviews before buying. Thanks for finally looking at it.
@AstonsVintageTechnologyWorkshp
@AstonsVintageTechnologyWorkshp 7 ай бұрын
I'm with you with regards to the four equal sized pushers, it looks much more balanced. I never really understood why they went with the three button thing, it just looks wonky. :-P
@HellhoundX90
@HellhoundX90 Жыл бұрын
Hey, Captain Picard! You were awesome in the season finale!
@bruh_oly1370
@bruh_oly1370 Жыл бұрын
New Casio a1000 on the mesh bracelet entered the room…. Not the soppy mother of pearl one neither- can’t understand what’s better functionally about these amitrons . The light is incomparable to the new a1000 with the white light system .
@r0ndema
@r0ndema Жыл бұрын
I got an A1000MA-7EF last week and super happy with it, the band is great
@JoshKWellness
@JoshKWellness Жыл бұрын
Ben, I’d LOVE for you to try out some of the “Merkur” or “Seizenn” watches from Ali Express. I have the Seizenn dirty dozen WW2 watch and I love it. Great quality for less than $100.
@z3kent778
@z3kent778 Жыл бұрын
I received my Armitron Griffy from Amazon US just two days ago and... what a nice watch tho ! Won't be a daily beater but definitively a fun/cool watch for retro-futuristic vibes. And it has better night light than yours for sure :D.
@ednammansfield8553
@ednammansfield8553 Жыл бұрын
I also purchased the Armitron Rubik which is a good watch for the price and agree with what you have said about it. The main concern however for me though is that the Rubik has a Chinese movement so don't know how long it will last over time. Like you I did purchase another Armitron and thst is the analogue/digital Armitron Ridgemont. I think it is has a an awesome stainless steel watch for the money at around £47 on Amazon US and it ahas a Japanese movement in it and is also water resistant to 50M. The bracelet is the same as the Rubik but is 20mm so no problem seeking another strap if you wish to do so. A really good backliight on the digital display though compared with the Casio analogue/digital equivalent which doesn't have this function. The Casio is a lot smaller and slimmer than the Armitron Ridgemont which on the wrist wesrs like a 39mm or 40mm. The bracelet is a better quality than a Casio though and wears very comfortable. The Armitron Ridgemont is a excellent value for money watch imo and I think it should last for many years to come. Great review Ben and thanks for posting.
@Thomas-fl2jn
@Thomas-fl2jn 10 ай бұрын
I think it is a Citizen Myiota movement, and they are produced in China as well.
@SteveFWatches
@SteveFWatches Жыл бұрын
Very unfortunate about the night light.
@cuidaitoweon
@cuidaitoweon Жыл бұрын
it's just the feeling that I'm using a "casio hommage" it's a no no for me.
@angryagain68
@angryagain68 Жыл бұрын
Never had much luck with Armitron watches. (I've owned a several over the years.) They all broke down fairly quickly. Casio definitely makes better watches. IMHO.
@juansebastiangelvezrueda53
@juansebastiangelvezrueda53 Жыл бұрын
Did the analog Armitron at 1:10 just went backwards and then forward again? That's technology!
@jimwatchyyc
@jimwatchyyc 11 ай бұрын
I tried 18mm nato and Watchbands SDV nylon comfort straps on my Casios with 18mm lug width (W-800), it just looks funny, the bands are too narrow because the OEM straps are only 18mm at the case, then are 22mm at the case edge.
@pjfsr7024
@pjfsr7024 Жыл бұрын
I have 3 Armitrons 2 are pro sports that are PITAS to set and my dress watch is a Armitron 20/4935TB Men PC33 and 3 Timex, I enjoy the brands.
@paulrholland4473
@paulrholland4473 Жыл бұрын
Looks like Timex is finally getting in on the stainless digital scene at least here in Canada. The T80. Waaay too much at $139 CDN for an acrylic crystal, 30m water resistance, hair puller and no countdown timer. The only thing going for it is the caseback has screws not snap down. Get the Armitron , happy with mine for half as much.
@etow8034
@etow8034 5 ай бұрын
Is the Rubik's and Rogue's crystals really mineral glass ? Armitron's website shows them both as acrylic resin. Normally if it is glass the bevel on the crystal is normally opaque white, but photos shows it as clear which leads me to believe it is indeed acrylic.
@markymarknj
@markymarknj Жыл бұрын
I've never had an Armitron watch, but I used to hear about them listening to NY Mets baseball games; they were a major sponsor, who billed themselves as "America's watch"... :)
@terrilee2089
@terrilee2089 Жыл бұрын
have you heard about the south african watch brand called Colton James? they have the Mavericks and Lancer line ups that look amazing. Please review them! they have very little presence but I think they might be hidden gems
@pandavova
@pandavova Жыл бұрын
Could you maybe take a look at a A700 clone, the Skmei 1660? It also has a black version which looks pretty good. The only reason why I just didn't buy one, are the import and shipping fees for international shipping to germany.
@bobjohnson9597
@bobjohnson9597 7 ай бұрын
I wear my Armitron Griffy day and night and am amazed just how bright and awesome it is. Waterproof too.
@dylanakent
@dylanakent Жыл бұрын
Looks nice but the pushers look like Frankenstein's neck bolts. Ruins any kind of modern sophistication it could have had. Lack of lume is a deal breaker.
@andyrayna4303
@andyrayna4303 Жыл бұрын
Could you please please review the Fossil (fs5844/fs5888)!!!!!!
@napoland9676
@napoland9676 2 ай бұрын
I'm an American, and just got my first two Armitrons. I'm usually a Timex and Seiko guy, but the quality of Armitron at low prices point may push me to collect these, too! LOL
@marion_roberts
@marion_roberts Жыл бұрын
The only way casio will bounce from this is to release a smaller duro. I like that Armitron watch,I just might get one. Thanks,Ben!
@BensWatchClub
@BensWatchClub Жыл бұрын
A smaller Duro would be nice, it's huge!
@Shankdaddy16
@Shankdaddy16 24 күн бұрын
The light kinda kills it for me but then again the extra time zone is great. It’s either the B640 or Rogue for me.
@msc_2253
@msc_2253 Жыл бұрын
Nice video! I had the watch this one is based on when I was a kid in ~ 1985. It fell apart, like most inexpensive watches from that era. I'm surprised that the fold-up aviator sunglasses that were popular around the same time haven't made their way back.
@TheCameron1038
@TheCameron1038 Жыл бұрын
I've got one of these and I absolutely love it. Highly recommend.
@waqarhaider2226
@waqarhaider2226 Жыл бұрын
Ahh the backlight, Armitron - do something about it!
@jasongultjaeff9397
@jasongultjaeff9397 Жыл бұрын
Look pretty nice and a nice refinement of the Casio!
@urotrigger1607
@urotrigger1607 Жыл бұрын
Is there a watch that has the backlight on permanently?
@andrebalsa203
@andrebalsa203 Жыл бұрын
I don't have any of the cheapest Casio's, but I do have a Casio G-Shock (solar, atomic, titanium back, 200m, etc) which I paid around $100 more than a decade ago and it still looks and works fine. I certainly wouldn't trade it for an Armitron. Guess you could call it "brand fidelity" but to me it's just a rational choice, I'd rather pay a little bit more and get a better quality, longer lasting product.
@ximplex1
@ximplex1 Жыл бұрын
This is a $30-$40 watch, it's obviously not going to beat your $100+ G-Shock, and it's not even trying to compete with it.
@vatazhka
@vatazhka Жыл бұрын
G-Shocks have totally different aesthetic - they are large, they are chunky, they are rugged.
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