This Brand Listened To Reviewers...Here Are The Results (Nezumi Tonnerre Review)

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[@WesWatchRoom]

Now this is what we need more of as reviewers. Companies that aren't afraid of feedback and know how to build upon it. Didn't like the first outing but this is right up my alley. It's fresh and funky yet tasteful. Also, edging closer to 100k mate. Congratulations.

[@felo6035]

Always great to see a company using honest feedback to improve their products. Well done Ben 👏 👏👏

[@jasondoe2596]

Damn, they really nailed the aesthetics. That's a "homage" true to the actual meaning of the word, not a mindless copy. I'm sure it took as much effort as a totally original design would take. Well done!

[@BadBoyBeaman]

congratulations on reaching 100k subs ben. 😎

[@BensWatchClub]

Only just seen this! I promise I'm not hacking the algorithm lmao. Cheers boss

[@Podcastage]

Great looking watch and awesome that they listened. The best companies are those that listen to constructive criticism and feedback and use it to improve instead of getting butt hurt about it. Not every release is going to be a home run, but it seems like they’ve made an interesting offering here. Keep up the great work Ben.

[@MrPleers]

I wished Seiko would listen to their customers. So they would better their quality controll. And put more sapphire crystals in their watches instead of their hardlex.

[@haninadif7456]

And maybe a smaller size

[@TheKnobCalledTone.]

It's refreshing to see a microbrand selling watches at this price point where the makers appear to have spent more money on the product itself instead of the marketing. I don't remember the last time I saw another microbrand take this approach. Whilst I'm not in the market for a chronograph at the moment, the Nezumi Tonnerre would be at the top of my list if I were, mainly to thank them for not jumping down the rabbit hole of wank that is the typical fashion-centric microbrand. The fact that it's a real homage (and a very tasteful one at that) is a bonus.

[@megadead1837]

It's here! A Chrono for slim wrists... I shed tears of joy seeing the dimensions. Now I hope I get enough poket money on Christmas to afford this watch. About reviews though. I even think, sometimes a reviewers negative criticism can be taken by someone as a positive point. Best example are reviewers with mid-sized wrist saying the watch looks to small. Hell that is a pro for a slim wrist like mine.

[@Black_noir_mw3]

An absolute 100% uptick in quality, I love that finally a watchmaker decided to listen to the solid criticism

[@QoraxAudio]

Finally a brand that uses its brains instead of the marketing department.

[@sergheirench7666]

Those companies that you say "don't use brains" earn much more than this kind of watch maker. This is why they do what they do. People who call very successful businessmen "dumb" are not very bright themselves. Watch quality is a different conversation

[@QoraxAudio]

@@sergheirench7666Yeah plenty onlyfans models also earn way more than average, doesn't make them smart. What's the point of conflating intelligence with income?

[@kheldaur2107]

I usually don't like chronographs but this looks really nice. And it's the correct size for me. Nice one.

[@rag_man673]

Although I actually didn't mind the styling of the original myself, I always appreciate a pop of color, and this looks stunning.

[@samuelhopely4853]

That watch... is freaking gorgeous. They nailed it. First mecha I've seen in a long time that I'd be happy to wear!

[@Jamie-2004]

Just in case they (Nezumi) see this, though probably not, fair play and well done for actually listening to feedback and criticism!

[@BrittPearceWatches]

Woah woah woah! 💙🔥 now this is fabulous! I’m so glad you did review this in the end, it’s very cool!

[@jv007ltk]

“Opération Tonnerre” is how the fourth Bond film “Thunderball” is known in the French-speaking world. Great name, great review and a striking watch too.

[@karlgustav5490]

David is an artist. i mean, a real one. he is very exigeant with himself and with the people he work with for even the smallest detail.. one of my close relative is his exclusive photographer since one year and he constantly says that he learn a lot working with him, because of his exigeance. so i'm not surprise he listened what you said. i'm a big fan of his job and he is improving everytime.

[@markikn3183]

The other reason to crit watches hard? When Ben gives a full thumbs-up we know it's a good watch. Only 900 subs away from the magic 100k, slimwrister :-) Congrats in advance and Merry Christmas.

[@ImAzilah]

Tbh, the reason why I watch you is because you have consumers in mind when you review watches. In the era of over sensationalisation, it's important to not fall for the hype and listen to second opinion. So ignore the haters and keep being you because in the long run, your honesty will keep people watching you.

[@paulplus3830]

I was wondering about that brand name..... The website states: "The name Nezumi came from a book David read as a child about a Japanese ”Robin Hood” called Nezumi Kozo whom stole from the rich samurai and gave to the poor. We at Nezumi Studios support numerous charities, hence the name." 鼠 means mouse or rat. Names can be tricky though, so I checked and wiki states: Nezumi Kozō (鼠小僧) roughly means "Rat Kid".

[@CrisEdmundson]

That's super cool, thanks for sharing what you found

[@paulplus3830]

@@CrisEdmundson You're welcome. I was just curious, because I speak some Japanese.

[@Yoshikaable]

Lol so this watch is called Rat. Ray boy! Why not name the brand Robin if it's Robin Hood that they want us to associate with them?

[@prasanaravte3852]

You do as you seems fit man. Your critical comments helps watch companies improve their products which ultimately helps improve quality in the watch world. I am confident you'll make it to 100k subs

[@AndreMonz]

Now that's a proper watch! Hope this brand stays around and with the same design philosophy.

[@davidbarclay3651]

Dan Henry has the same attitude. Amalgumisms of many vintage inspirations. 1964 is my fav.

[@hollyerickson6364]

I hadn't worn a watch in years and recently had to buy one for my new job. I wanted a "real" old school analog watch and not a smartwatch. There's no way I'm ever going to spend thousands of dollars on a watch, and I appreciate your channel so much. I have discovered classy, dependable and affordable (yay!) options. Now I'm a watch enthusiast and enjoy your reviews. Thanks so much and keep up the good work!

[@typebflieger]

Thank you for reviewing this, as few reviews have come out since this watch was released. I own the black reverse panda and can confirm the dimensions fit the smaller-wristed of us perfectly. It’s a great vintage inspired design that has a feeling of authenticity rather than imitation. My only criticism is the legibility of the minute/hour hands. They’re flat and high polished, and don’t stand out from the dial unless angled to reflect a light source. This introduces reflections to the crystal as well right when you’re trying to read it. It would’ve benefited from brushed hands which pick up light from all angles. Not a dealbreaker for me, but worth mentioning. Overall a stunning watch packed with excellent design and well-balanced proportions. One of my favorites from Nezumi.

[@pottingsoil]

Damn, that watch looks significantly better than the previous model. I'm still not a fan of non resuable packaging, but their packaging does look fantastic. No idea how much it is though.

[@nicholasolifant9538]

Ben you are the most honest reviewer on KZbin I've bought most of my watches with what I've seen on your channel and it helped me alot, my wife is telling me that I'm very finicky about what I want from a watch and I think you've contributed to that but I'm not complaining just grateful for making me understand what to look for and what would suit my lifestyle, now this chronograph is exactly what I'm looking for seeing that I am in the market for one, keep up the great work and reviews🤙👌⌚🙏👏😊

[@damyr]

Tastefully made chronos are rather rare, but this one definitely nailed it.

[@MrShinobi797]

Very decent looking piece. Kudos to Nezumi for taking constructive criticism ...I wish them success as a Brand.

[@thomasnc]

0:30 "Shenzhen, Italy" lmao

[@stephenliu9400]

What you doing is great Ben, don't change a thing!

[@zulu6ix290]

I like it. I like the size too. Spot on about the « homages » 1/1 copy’s are not a homage they are copy’s

[@Riketz_]

I've always liked Nezumi, will definitely pick one up at some point

[@kart182]

Gorgeous, big respect to the brand

[@3rdstone1]

If people likes this one I'm glad, since it maybe slightly makes it up for another very well known brand from our country that's universally hated in the watch community (for good reasons). You know which one. Seriously though, this model series seems really good. Have had my eyes on Nezumi before, but wasn't convinced. This feels like a good improvement. Great review as usual, Ben. Always appreciate your consumer service approach.

[@ajwalkz]

This review attracted a fair number of comments about quartz vs mechanical. I admit I really looked forward to getting my automatic, but what got me interested in watches was how they advanced with technology and how features on the watches came about due to advances in other technologies. I look at my radio controlled eco drives in the same way.

[@BensWatchClub]

Love a radio controlled watch. Wear my Casio Lineage very regularly. Cool stuff.

[@ajwalkz]

@@BensWatchClub keep up the great work informing people about reasonably priced options for their hard earned money

[@broskies1]

That watch looks amazing. Very impressive.

[@Yos115]

I'm buying the silver dial version right now it's absolutely beautiful

[@SilverKeyMan]

I have the silver dial on a grey leather cuff, and I love it. Easily one of my favorite watches.

[@munxey9212]

I’ve been lurking back & forth for the older Nezumi model being sold here by a local lad for $250. Given it’s a good price, think I’ll opt for this newer model after seeing this review. Thanks Ben

[@SteveFWatches]

Much better chrono than their previous edition, case looks awesome and the light blue accents and sundials 👏

[@jjakiefte2165]

I'll make one mine soon, looks gorgeous. I hesitated after your first Nezumi review, but this excellent update has swayed me. Thanks!

[@kokop1107]

0:29 “Shenzen, Italy” 😂😂😂😂😂

[@frankschroth1919]

Very beautiful watch, indeed! Lots of improvement!!!

[@younusimam-thesalamproject6340]

Great to hear. Ive decided to stop buying more watches but will start supporting Nezumi on social media. This is the model to follow, not the lies of fashion brands

[@trevorhofmann1562]

Now that is a chrono I'd consider buying! Not just because of its gorgeous design and colour scheme, but also, like you mentioned, because of its compact dimensions. I've sold off all of the meca-quartz-powered chronos that were in my collection, and wouldn't mind something as a grab-and-go that's as pretty as (or possibly even prettier than) my various mechanical chronographs. Thanks for reading their email more closely, and familiarizing me with this lovely timepiece and interesting new brand. All the best

[@MinefighterLP]

See? This is exactly the thing that makes a company 10x more attractive. Simply the fact that they listened to the criticism made me a potential future customer. (Will definitely consider them when i can afford one!)

[@carnipex99]

For a small sized meca-quartz chrono I’d recommend to check out the Boldr field medic II. Got one a few months ago in titanium with blue nylon nato and it’s a great buy for the money

[@Josh-wp5tm]

Good job Nezumi and Ben! Making the watch world better one review at a time :)

[@Andrew-J316]

Agreed! This is a step up for Nezumi! I love it! Thanks for the review!

[@clm.menezes]

What a nice watch Ben. Very classy. Personally, I would pick a panda or reverse-panda. Keep this good work in next year. Best Regards, from Brazil.

[@slaphead2965]

Very nice improvements to the Nezumi. Well, I bit the bullet and just received my Seagull 1963. It looks even better in the flesh. Looking forward to your review. Keep up the good work Ben

[@dunderhay9169]

I'm glad you gave them a second chance, that looks a very decent watch👍

[@jjbuckmaster7059]

I considered their first offering too thick similar to a spinnaker. The all polished finish put me off as well… I’m ordering this one! Kudos to a brand that’s paying attention! Thanks for the informative review Ben!

[@Atombender]

Stockholm Sweden. Not to be confused with Stockholm Wisconsin.

[@ajcallaway123]

Nice job Nazuni! Only small thing for me would be gun-metal / dark hands for legibility

[@brunonjezic6208]

Looks great. Im glad you included photo of Poljot 3017 chronograph for few sec. It is one of my favorite chronographs. Unfortunately a bit fragile

[@alfazefirus]

That's all well and good but the seconds hand doesn't reset to zero, that's a pretty big QC issue in my book for a new unit...

[@mrxcman9272]

I already have a vintage inspired mecha-quartz chrono (Dan Henry 1962) but I just might pick one of these up. I'm really liking the blue/turquoise on the subdials and chrono hand.

[@jamesblonde2271]

I must agree that it's an improvement although with all the ST19 variants out there a mecha quartz is not always calculated to appeal tothe vintage/homagy crowd?

[@watcheswithabdullah]

And tbh, I do find their design quite original actually. Every watch will have some similarities with others, but Nezumi really seem to create their own design identity. This is an amazing brand and definitely on my list!

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

It's always good when brands are willing to listen to constructive feedback from reviewers. We all want the same thing... Good quality watches.

[@bendingriver7101]

I LOVE how these look. I would love to get two of these in different color variation just to pair with different outfits

[@papawoody9597]

"Why are you critical of watches?" - KZbin commenters "Because I'm not a corporate shill, and my subscribers don't wat me to blow smoke up their collective ass." - Ben

[@nomadben]

Couldn'ta said it better myself

[@defender1006]

Hey Ben, just keep going, you're watch reviews are good and we all have different views etc, just hang in there mate!

[@jazzman5598]

Great review as usual Ben so Thanks! Ben, WHY do ALL these companies use a WORTHLESS 24 hr.sub-dial (just for aesthetics???…that’s my guess) instead of the classic (“Classic”…as in SO USEFUL it is considered necessary for many decades starting in the 30’s/40’s) a 12 hour totalizer. I’ve seen sub $200.USD Quartz Seikos on Amazon with just that: 1) Running Seconds 2) 30 minute totalizer 3) 12 hour totalizer….NOT that stewyupid 24 hour dial. Come on! Look out your window for Pete’s sake. Rant over ✌🏻 And PS, yes, I am a certificated Pilot…..or just certifiable :-)

[@Originallionbrand]

Love your honest, and fantastic reviews. Not only informative but light and humours, much appreciated insight. I am going to grab a Nesumi watch shortly. I was wondering if you heard much about Miansia watches? Are they crap? Just marketing. Good luck and cant wait for more videos.

[@anthonystevens8683]

There is an old saying, "there is no such thing as negative review feedback" and personally I think I take this in a positive way, Getting feedback from the customer base for how things can be improved has to be a good thing but only if it's followed up. Nezumi have clearly listened and made some changes. We may not be able to please everyone all of the time as we're all different but all feedback is useful to designers and manufacturers good or could do better.

[@Josh-jp3ft]

This looks really good love the twisty lugs; I really liked the voiture model but was never 100% sold

[@mayorofrlyeh8042]

Nezumi does a very good job. I own a Voiture chronograph by them (which I personally prefer over the Tonnerre) and I love that watch. Great vintage design without feeling like a cheap rip-off of more known pieces and a size that is very much wearable for us smaller-wristed fellas...

[@edteach3r]

Not quite my style, but seemingly well made. I am still kicking myself for not buying the Loews which I adore. Thanks, Ben!

[@oviniandrade]

Congrats Nezumi, actually a brand trying to become a brand, not only getting profit.

[@JasonTheWatchGuy]

That brushed casing is definitely an improvement on the prior model. I'd wondered what happened to Nezumi, seemed to go dark for a short while.

[@amitd5134]

Hello Ben i like your channel. I think its caters to normal humble public on a budget. I am tired of many youtuber s relentless obsession of pushing automatic and promoting automatic watches down the viewers throats. I feel dissapointed that quartz watches are always downplayed i dont think everyone needs a auto watch. The watch industry also want to sell auto for continous business. Let me know your thoughts from a passionate watch enthuast

[@kimmern999]

Interesting brand with very nice designs. I hope they will consider making some more automatic models as well. I'm not too keen on a meca-quartz movement.

[@EugeneKee]

Nice dial and neat. But I have a problem on the hands that's the same hue as the dial. I hope they have a darker colour of the hands for contrast and easier to glance the time. Thanks

[@MrVinceMunro]

I think you are realistic and that's why I trust and like your reviews.

[@s_damen4140]

I will keep saying it, because i hope it reaches companies, but there is no review as glorifying or convincing to want to buy from the brand than hearing from multiple reviewers how open and easy you are to work with, and conversely, if word gets out about too much script being given / artificially upping the reviews is a massive drawback, eg. I and others like me will value an open and honest 3-4 out of 5 star review over a series of samey 5 star reviews

[@BroAriq]

Love the sarcasm "shenzen, italy" 🤣

[@jiv32]

Looks great! Well done!

[@williammoskovitz7772]

Great video !!! However, I do not see link for the sail cloth strap.....

[@johnnycash_]

Great video and always appreciate your thorough research and observations. Thanks Ben!

[@larx4074]

Excellent and finely produced review of a very viable chrono there Ben, always did like the look of Nezumi's watches. If you are looking for any other 38mm chronos, look no further than the Vapaus Vorcut, here is another superbly styled and executed chrono from a British company, well worth reviewing.

[@kw9172]

Definitely an improvement! If you guys are listening, if you can pull off an interesting hommage to the nomos club that is not just a copy, you´d have my full attention:)

[@danburycollins]

Would be interested in hearing Ben's thoughts on the changes made in the 2024 release of this model. Seems like a few of the subtle design points have been tweaked - and for me the new version looks a bit simplified and seems to have lost something in the price.

[@TomasWatchReviews]

Parnis has some nice small chronographs

[@lurpakspreadable9751]

Got my first mechanical watch this week 🙌 Bulova though

[@erickruse4679]

I greatly prefer the Pagani look in some ways, but I think the new colors are cool on this watch. Most notably though, with an 8 1\4 inch wrist, even the Pagani looks debatably small on me.

[@shawn1928]

There’s no shortage of larger watches out there, but Aragon Watches (based out of Florida, Wing Design) is worth a look. Large and interesting catalog of very interesting watches (including some with T-100 tritium), and vast majority in the 45/46mm and 50mm size Edit: and very reasonably priced, and some watches with Lefty crowns too

[@3rdpig]

I'm liking the colors and the look, but 38mm is way too small for me. Good on them for listening and improving. If they make one in 40, or better yet 42, I'll take another look. And in my case I'll disagree with your take on homages. I want a homage be as close to the watch it's paying homage to as possible, other than branding of course. For example, when I want a Speedmaster homage it's not because I didn't like the way the Speedmaster looked, it's because I can't afford the real one but want that look, just in a more affordable package.

[@jakewalker3168]

You should do a video on Forge & Foster, have been seeing their aggressive advertising on Facebook recently

[@vadominiqueenpunkt6589]

Shenzhen, Italy.......... cracked it!!!!

[@juniorjohnson5961]

Needs a mechanical movment then we have something !

[@Vfxbenlee]

Could you add an affliate link along with the non affliate? We would like to support you!

[@BensWatchClub]

Hi Blueboi, as far as I know Nezumi does not have an affiliate scheme at present. Nevertheless, if you're searching for something on Amazon, feel free to use my affiliate links there. Many thanks.

[@herewegoagain...]

The color way Ben recommends? Already out of stock. Good job, Ben.

[@xavi_6767]

Shenzen, Italy. The place I didn't know existed. Thanks to my geography teacher Ben.

[@danielnewton2390]

This watch matching blue colored strap would be sick.

[@nathanmaynard131]

They should nickname this the “beach ball” chronograph. Very cool watch.

[@ocubex]

Loving the look of this watch, going on my buy list.

[@alienmoonstalker]

Thanks for the review and recommendation. Maybe a good xmas present for myself! I can also recommend the Dan Henry mekaquartz chronos for smaller wrists.

[@brianmsahin]

Very nice watch, they did a great job, the price is about right. The 38mm size and 45mm lug to lug is too small for my 8" wrist, I prefer bigger. When I saw Nezumi, I was thinking Valuchi, Loreti....... Lol! I was wrong, this is very nice and a perfect size for the average wrist. A winner for sure!