This Watch Is Great...But The Watch 'Brand' Is SENSATIONAL!

People fall in love with watch brands like Rolex, Omega and Tudor not just because of their incredible sports watches but because they are so well marketed. I have discovered a watch microbrand that has nailed it, not only by making fantastic watches but by marketing them like a BOSS! I now have a man crush on the brand owner and I tried to not let that influence the review!
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[@ilikewatches]

***CORRECTION*** This is a little lume on the GMT hand!

[@jaredstephenson6468]

I don't get removing the date function on a GMT watch when the entire point of a GMT is to be a travel tool...and the movement already has the capability built-in. Feels like cutting corners to me. It's the one thing that holds me back. I also disagree about the website-I think it's very clunky and the photos are super dark. Lots of room for improvement with the brand but I do love the design aesthetic and the color choices.

[@acethis]

I totally agree. Removing the date from a GMT watch is similar to removing the speedometer from a sports car. GMT and the date works hand-in-hand for a purpose and it's a deal breaker for me. Otherwise, I would have pulled the trigger long ago.

[@jaredstephenson6468]

@@acethis RIGHT? I'm so glad I'm not alone in that! It's so bananas to me!

[@mstevens113]

Split pins a weakness? Never had one fail. I've seen screws come loose and collars get lost. Don't see the problem with split pins myself.

[@lnm9055]

I've recently come to agree with you. Well said.

[@bradleypariah]

I looked at their divers, and $550 is too much, IMO. It's a Miyota diver on a rubber strap. There's no reason to doll this up with buzzwords like "Swiss lume" and "assembled in Germany." Especially when the lume is sub-par and the watch would perform the exact same if it were assembled in Mexico. It's not like the Germans built the movement. They shoved a stem into it. Website be damned.

[@hortehighwind8651]

Miyota 9000 movement watches are a fair amount more expensive than the old 8000 series you’re probably thinking aboutz

[@Seajay2016]

Really like this watch, will definitely buy one. 100% better than San Martin.

[@karlsenula9495]

Yes I was going to say depends on WHICH Miyota movement.

[@jokur2630]

@@Seajay2016How other that the movement? Finishing and lume are poorer, crappy clasp, printed indices and hollow end links, all for $550? Like the design, proportions and colors but I just don’t see value in it

[@FINsoininen]

​@@jokur2630 the new SN0144 is €300-400 cheaper with a miyota 9 series.

[@tenshin2002]

I looked at the webpage and it goes for 735 Euro on st steel bracelet, so quite a bit more expensive than you stated.

[@mukakta]

Not many no-date GMTs out there. Not sure they're the most practical thing, but man does the symmetry look nice

[@SuccessShared]

Nice but you've got to get the lume right at this price point. Fabulous design all round and great packaging helps with the brand experience. Push pins and clasp need work. I'd have liked this a tad larger too

[@jakebarlow401]

Love the rubber strap colour, but the length is ridiculous. If you consider you have an average sized wrist, there are still 6 more holes to go for larger sizes. Sloppy design and it means most people are left with a lot of remaining strap creeping back around their wrist... I'm sure some won't mind but it's a personal pet peeve.

[@larx4074]

I have had the blue version for a few months and luuuuurve it to pieces, to the point that it has been my go-to for most worn watch since it's arrival. Agree about the lume, a bit weak, but the watch carries it off with that superb styling. The GMT hand does actually have a small lume application on it's tip. Cracking watch. Oh, and the box looks good as an "item" on display, up on the shelf.

[@ilikewatches]

Yup…your feedback runs inline with the review so I feel I got this one right 😂

[@AlexanderB.]

Very nice watch, it's somewhat reminiscent if the BB Pro. You don't see too many thin bevels that are brushed. Is the strap maybe a touch long? I believe the older versions of this watch did have NH34 movements. The watch by the way deserves a quick adjustment clasp.

[@acethis]

Removing the date from a GMT watch is similar to removing the speedometer from a sports car. GMT and the date works hand-in-hand for a purpose and it's a deal breaker for me. Otherwise, I would have pulled the trigger long ago.

[@aaronbiddulph1442]

Truly stunning watch. It would be in the bag if it wasn’t for the lume and that clasp is a big no no for me at this price point. The search continues!! Fantastic review as always Gary! It’s lovely when it’s a great watch and it’s mainly positivity!😃

[@ilikewatches]

Yeah I try to avoid reviewing crap…that not fun. Finding watches and brands like this is!

[@aaronbiddulph1442]

Ain’t that the truth! Just looking on there website. See if there’s something more for me!

[@syniekos]

Wow ! The colour pallette is bang on ! Am I cretin for preferring this over the Seiko 5 Sports GMT's ???? I mean, it's not significantly more expensive than Seikos offering but it looks so much more refined.

[@antonysmith9173]

It is definitely a nice looking watch,but unfortunately for me WAY too expensive. Think l,ll go with a San Martin or Steeldive,or even a Pagani 😊.

[@billanders9199]

I've had mine with blue dial for some time and really like it. Tough watch and a great travel watch when changing time zones. Well worth the price.

[@RichardWhatley-wy5mi]

Liked to see this vs timex GMT.

[@NotoriousK_I_T]

I've been tempted by this watch for a long time.

[@ilikewatches]

I can see why. It’s fantastic

[@RicardoValdes-r6w]

Good looking GMT but not at $581.00 U S dollars. Thank you for your excellent channel and proactive reviews..

[@Handlebar-MustDash]

Great that this watch is a true GMT. Lume is one of the very last things you should economise on, the BOM cost is only slightly affected by shaving a few pennies off the final price to the maker. Handsome watch but I do prefer that the font used for the print under a logo is unique looking. Simple looking text like True Type Font or Times New Roman, whatever it is looks like a compromise by not engaging a designer for that or at least a more unique looking text. Prefer applied logos in fact, silk screen printed is always less impressive and a compromise. The stamped clasp not amazing at this price when measured against San Martins at half the price. I would prefer those things attended to for say an extra £50. Other than those niggles, a fine looking watch. The broad arrowhead GMT hand is a great choice, colourways very nice, case looks well finished and bracelet, well you can't go wrong with a jubilee and the packaging very nice.

[@lawrence-ec5dm]

Looks like the new Timex that has just come out. Split pins are the best,easy to remove, easy to refit and they never come loose.

[@shanebrodersen252]

Recently purchased the blue V1 version on eBay. Like the watch overall. The jubilee style bracelet seems a little cheap to me but the rubber strap is really nice. I’m going to use it as a field watch.

[@julianmoss19]

Bought this when it first came out…different movements on the first version. Have worn it a great deal since then. It is a very good, well made watch. Gary, you should check out some of the other pieces they produce.

[@johnvandeven2188]

I believe this movement also came with a date but none shown on this model. I love GMT watches but unusual to not have a date. I have much confidence in Citizen and therefore Miyota movements, a great choice for thiswatch.

[@Silverye21]

Great review as always Gary and what a lovely looking watch, especially on the FKM. Very tempted.

[@Spectrecontrol]

Great review - I like the blue dial version

[@Emaratilfy]

Is this a commercial/ad for Nezumi?

[@hattyfarbuckle]

As GMTs go I like the extra hand - similar to Sinns. Case finish suits me and OK with the clasp shell but not sure why the bezel is fixed... dont know why as I really need to think in two timezones let alone three. Seems thick given the Miyota

[@stuartdavies7351]

Very handsome dial and handset. Agreed with decision to brush all surfaces. Would be significantly improved if it had a colour matching rotating bezel and BOR bracelet. Gives me Sinn vibes.

[@jvinz7781]

I cant choose between Baleine, Terrain, and this. All 3 looks great though not much comparison between each models

[@martinwilliams9098]

I don’t like closed case backs but this I love

[@135ipocketrocket2]

For $100 more, I opted for the Zelos Thresher GMT, with full titanium (hard coated) build, case and bracelet, on the fly adjustment clasp, date feature retained, lume like the sun, same movement, but with world time zones on the lumed bezel. Intro pricing has now ended, and the aventurine dial (and bezel!) I bought is sold out. But it was worth the extra coin, for sure. Seems the creator doesn't like a date feature, given that it's missing on every watch offered? Elshan at Zelos also included a cracking three watch travel case. Microbrands are awesome! Nice to see Miyota getting used more. Wise (excellent Thailand brand) has a GMT with it as well, with blazing BGW9 lume, for similar pricing as Zelos. IMO, no excuse for weak lume, at nearly $600, on this offering. Does look sharp, but the brand is a pass for me. Always appreciate your reviews! Still loving my Forteller, thanks again!

[@philspencelayh5464]

As I understand it getting the date right with one of these is bit of a chew on when using the GMT function so I can see why he missed it out, but if I was travelling and was that bothered about the time I'd certainly want to know what date it is. It's really a bit of a niche thing. Nothing to tempt me on the website either.

[@franco05]

they need to bring the price down to aroud 350 so it can compete with Octupus krakens, and similar brands with great quality.

[@jarheaduk]

Great review, can’t wait to get mine. Not fussed about the bracelet, it will mainly ride on a nato, this is going to be a huge strap monster!

[@FugereSturtz]

God!!! MAMACOO Who would have thought those gorgeous watches go for that low!!!

[@Miginath]

Thank you for reviewing this brand. I really like it and think its better than the new Seiko 5 GMTs with a fixed bezel.

[@andrewsmith-propertyfinder838]

Great review and looks like a great watch, I have had my eye on it since they released the first version with the NH34, but I have to ask, where did you get the price of 590€ on the steel bracelet from? The website shows 714€!

[@Kaipelana]

I have been eyeing the Seiko SSK023 GMT. But this has sapphire with inner AR. Seiko 4R34 vs Miyota 9000... pretty close? Miyota a bit smoother? Seiko costs less. And has date function. More thinking to do...

[@Beck-Stein]

Looks like the new timex and tudor pro. Cool looking watch.

[@ismaelbanosvegara2154]

Beautiful watch!

[@ilikewatches]

Yup, I was very impressed by this one!

[@taotao23730]

at this amount of money , i would buy Steinhart GMT Ocean One titanium , made in Swiss with SW 330 .

[@grahamliggat7193]

Gary lots to like here but this watch was really crying out for a dual function bezel (timing and 24 hour). Shame more don’t use one as it’s the function I use most after time and date. V best G

[@jerryglasses2229]

Not a bad watch at a decent price but rather have the Seiko Alpinist GMT for a similar grey market price.

[@MarkusGebauer]

Instantly fell in love with this one - looks like a Tudor/Sinn hybrid.

[@markkuzminski3922]

Looks good - but no date on travellers GMT? Clasp looks cheap too.

[@pickles632]

The watch I got from them had terrible crown threading. after sending it back all they did was clean the threads but the watch is unusable.

[@17arando]

So close, just make it with a rotating bezel to go with those dial 24 hour markers and it would be the 3 timezone watch of my dreams, but alas, fixed 😢

[@MarlonTeruel-dz2gf]

How much cost

[@jockost.maritz1096]

I sleep with my watch. So with this watch, I have to fumble with my cell, which is being charged near by, or a lamp in a God knows some room somewhere to know the time? NO Bueno. My Phoibos GMT is a torch.

[@yannisprotopapas]

+1

[@ScandzaVaeringjar]

Of course it looks good. It's an Explorer ;)

[@Kaipelana]

Exactly. Getting both an Explore 2 and Explorer 1 vibe from it. Not bad.

[@Avaddon911]

It’s like a Tudor Ranger gmt

[@mikeg6008]

Design is nice but the price needs to come down.

[@rodrigoluy]

How much that kind of watch sir

[@ekimandersom4478]

It is 703€ on their website.

[@indooze]

Cool, but why no date??

[@gregtolley3455]

$650 on metal and no on the fly? Henry Archer Verden all day.

[@mell3109]

Hmmmm so does the bezel turn? If not and it’s fixed why is there a 24 hour chapter ring 🧐 pins suck in the bracelet and no date hmmmmmm also no micro adjustment on the bracelet. Design overall is good however I thing some fine tuning is required. If bezel is fixed clean the chapter ring, put on a better quality bracelet and clasp. The movement chosen has a date so he has chosen the Explorer layout in preference so hmmmmm

[@adk7962]

That super awesome. They took inspirations from several watches and made it their own.👍🏼 I honestly thought it was going to cost $200 above what you stated. Well done! Thanks for the great review!

[@ilikewatches]

That’s good feedback for sure…

[@BobbyG3752]

I don't understand any watch company releasing any watch other than maybe a nice dress watch

[@gefthetalkingmongoose]

Lovely-looking watch. This is exactly why I maintain San Martins are overpriced - compare the amount of thought that has gone into this design, and the resulting visual balance, to the parts-bin approach of a San Martin that was probably designed by email.

[@ilikewatches]

I think you’re not giving San Martin the respect they deserve. Not sure what they did to offend you but zaratsu polished watches for $200 is unheard of but that’s the level San Martin is at. Oh well, this video was all about Nezumi, incredible watch and brand

[@gefthetalkingmongoose]

@@ilikewatches My issue is their poor level of design. No-one argues about the build quality of Hublot watches because that’s fine too. I just don’t think SM deserve to be the #1 brand on this channel when their designs are so sub-par. The excellent design of this Nemuzi watch shows what is possible for around £400.

[@rodrigoluy]

How much that watch sir

[@fastpace386]

No date option which is a bit disappointing for me, unusual for a GMT!! Otherwise okay!! Unfortunately not as excited as you are about this watch seen much better for a fraction of the price!!

[@robocopvn]

its too big for me, wish it's was 36-38mm range :(

[@romybuenaventura3133]

Creating Bonus? It sounds so irrelevant slogan or description for a watch. Not for me.

[@Dj-Mioch.]

The watch is nice, but I'm not fan of GMT...

[@ComicConBooBoo]

gmt no date. pagani got this started with their zulu. id love to look at it but it seems they force cookies on you like a bad case of crabs.

[@JohnnyLoniya]

Outstanding video.I have to go with the AMZWATCH, especially with that green dial as my favorite

[@easilybored6123]

Mustard and custard :)

[@garethbain7477]

Way too expensive...split pins and a substandard clasp for $500+ is not good value.

[@-johnny-deep-]

Very nice! I like the chronograph model too. I could see a watch from Nezumi making an appearance on Antiques Roadshow in 50 years as a rare and expensive heirloom! 😊

[@AluminumCars]

A matter of tast obviously but a bit booring in the long run i think. Nothing special really. A mix of 20 other gmt:s. Most watches are a mix but the best have somthing that stands out.

[@georgeliquor2931]

He didn't have the time 😂

[@niveusgaius]

GMTs are the new bronze. It’s the gimmick du jour.

[@myownbiggestfan]

I find it funny that you liked the website. It took too many clicks to find out the prices, and the navigation cues are non-existent so I ended up going in circles before I realized what was happening. Bad site.

[@frenstcht]

Why do you care how the clasp _feels?_ That's not really relevant. If it works, it works.

[@ilikewatches]

How it feels and how it’s made is relevant for the review. Would be a shit channel if I just covered the claps by saying, it’s a clasp and it works.

[@RizalitoDumaran-rv7ew]

hm

[@xchazz86]

$200 watch at most

[@williamfavata3922]

Agree. They add $300 for the heavy box

[@brettmeikle]

9075 movement? Show me where I can get one for two ton?

[@allthestroke88]

Just buy a Vaer.

[@N3XT4Techno]

param var, içim gidiyor ama alamıyorum. Teşekkürler akkoyunlar.

[@timgenter1264]

First, please stop with the "TRUE GMT" crap....what is the other one, a "FAKE GMT"??? It's just an optional way of setting a third hand. As far as this watch, I like it, but the GMT hand (or is this a TRUE GMT HAND) is WAY too big. Clasp is garbage and ugg...split pins. Price is way too high for this watch, it's $399 at best.

[@FelisaEmberso]

Pam babae meron ba?

[@paulholcombe7324]

Another $500 watch with a Miyota movement. Big deal. There is a reset coming in the watch industry.

[@HORIZONTIMEPASSIONEOROLOGI]

😀👍

[@NCSheriff7]

An othernRolexripoff

[@ilikewatches]

Is it….

[@darrenfry4695]

What you can't see the likeness between this watch and an explorer 2? It's definitely taken more than a few Rolex looks and put it into this watch.

[@a0r0a7]

Welcome to the watch world, inspiration, been happening for decades. Blancpain 50 fathoms, Rolex sub took it's inspiration from that. I could go on.

[@sulmanshah]

Honestly that's overpriced. $350 tops.

[@pauld2037]

Nah

[@markstanton63]

Stockholm Syndrome alert!

[@StemmeEasom]

Yes, I have bought from MAMACOO more than once. I even bought a new Omega Speedmaster which came with the fancy box and packaging. I am thrilled with all my purchases here. I would purchase from MAMACOO again for sure.

[@astroboirap]

mega overpriced for what your get. awful

[@mrbrisvegas2]

Microbrand is just another term for a cheap Chinese watch backed by a BS marketing story.

[@hb9145]

Overpriced Aliexpress watch.

[@yfryt69]

This watch could be quartz for ~300$ without loosing anything 😂🎉

[@yiannisr3784]

is to cheap

[@mobelue]

כָּבוֹד. The Hebrew transliterated Kavod primarily used for praise towards God, also carries the connotation of weight or heaviness. Meaning: God is no light weight.

[@philspencelayh5464]

And this is relevant how?