Top 10 Dive Watches Under $400!

[@mattcase9043]

Glycine Combat Sub is absolutely terrific. I own many divers, and I find the Glycine to be one of the best deals in this price range. Swiss movement, sapphire crystal, milled clasp, and more importantly for me, a very slim profile at 10.6mm thick. Wears like a dream.

[@han7902]

36mm and 39mm models that came out in 2021 and 2022 made the combat sub even better. Both models add extra 100 meters water resistance, in compare to the 42mm model.

[@SWatchik]

Would love to see a "battle of the bracelets" across a range of products, stock and aftermarket. Like you they are hugely important in my purchasing decision. Could be similar to the lume wars!

[@jonuiuc]

I like the Tissel subby homage, it has a clone glidelock on it which is nice. I lprefer it to the Phoibos, cause I can get it no date (I think the date ruins that phoibos), and a kermit option (and the green ceramic is actually nice and dark). The phoibos does have a cooler logo tho.

[@joestoes2503]

69 likes, nice

[@carlosm9886]

I'd put my money on the helm bracelet.

[@PT111111]

Not sure it matters to be honest. It's the easiest part of the watch to swap out and/or replace, both in terms of the aftermarket choices available and the actual swapping out of the bracelet. That makes it the least important factor in my purchasing decision in this relatively affordable price bracket. Once it's above $500 that's when I start to pay attention to the bracelet.

[@frznrrfan.frznrrfan102]

@@PT111111 a good quality bracelet is nice and matters to me. If I drop 3-4 hundred on a watch I dont want to have to go on strapecode and spend another 100-150 on a quality bracelet with solid ends and milled clasps. Just my thoughts.

[@TheMjoelner]

The Aquatico Sea Star 300 definitely should be on that list. Sapphire crystal with anti reflective coating, drilled lugs, solid end links, 300 m water resistant and helium escape valve. I got it for $219 on sale, an absolute steal.

[@Mike-kr9ys]

Hey! Just wanted to say that this was my NEW favorite JOMW video. You keep getting better & better at this KZbin thing. The whole package was superb - the content, your editing, the new camera, your voice modulation, and your calm watch-handling technique. AND all the small details around the periphery that so many KZbinrs just don't get right. Good on ya! I liked this particular topic, too. I do love me some dive watches - not sure why. Your channel is a treat indeed. Thank you for that voodoo that you do!

[@JustOneMoreWatch]

Thanks Michael! Much appreciated!

[@bdumon]

I was going to be mad if the Triton wasn't on the list....just got the blue dial for Father's Day this year and I love it. Great list!

[@franciscovelez7939]

Everytime I watch one of Jody's videos I get an itch for a new watch. Keep them coming Jody.

[@01nwalker]

I bought my Vanuatu on your recommendation and it hasn’t left my wrist since! Love this watch! Thank you Jody for the great content!

[@rutic1]

Glycine Combat Sub is no. 1 on this list. I own one and I love it. Great value!

[@mrbacchus6127]

I like how thin they are. I've got the gl077 blue version. My only complaint is the weak sauce lume.

[@nicholasbecklund2171]

mr bacchus try the bronze models they have great lume

[@HeadRusch1]

Amazing value, super thin and the bronze one will lume all night long.

[@jarrodcilia]

Great list Jody. Personally I reckon the Lorier Neptune deserves a spot in the list as it just scrapes in at US$399. It has vintage dimensions and aesthetics as well as being beautifully finished. The attention detail and passion is evident in nearly every aspect. They sell out within a couple of days but they restock every few months or so timing is everything when trying to purchase one.

[@ThrillHouse7]

Jarrod Cilia I agree. The lorier Neptune v2 definitely surpasses these in elegance and everyday wearability. It’s also a 200 m diver ;)

[@markplayford5836]

Jarrod Cilia Yeah the Neptune does look great, just need to see one and try it for size. 😁

[@mitchaelhollingsworth1698]

yeah man, supply is an issue, the lorier website had the hydra and falcon in stock, i was so gutted they were out of neptunes, but i found one on ebay and bought that. i absolutely love it, beautiful domed crystal, excellent finishing, beautiful blue dial with no date ruining the symmetry, vivid blue lume, excellent proportions and a comfortable tapered stainless steel bracelet, very underrated, it's my go to watch

[@jarrodcilia]

@@mitchaelhollingsworth1698 When it comes to supply I reckon they are being sensible and sustainable. We've seen many microbrands fall into the trap of overstocking an item only to have it not sell and then have to reduce the price down just to move stock. By being sensible with their stocking levels, Lorier are not overstretching themselves and as a result they are able to continually sell out of their stock at the price they want to sell it at. For those interested in buying one, the best thing to do is to follow them on Instagram. They always post the exact dates and time they are restocking an item which will give you plenty of time to put aside some cash and put a reminder in your calendar. One other really nice touch they do is not waste the customers' money with some fancy box and packaging. Instead they use a standard simple cardboard box with the watch packed in a nice leather watch roll. Fancy boxes are nice, but they just end up in a drawer or cupboard somewhere. Like most collectors, I store my watches in a multi watch box or in winders. A leather watch roll is something that is actually useful, especially for those that travel around a bit.

[@krupadrum]

I have a Lorier Neptune S3 and wow such a classic. 🔱😎👍

[@adrianomaganini]

It seems that $400 is "the new $300" ! All the prices are crazy increasing !

[@sgddfgfghfgh]

+$100 "crazy increase" 😂😂😂

[@timonbotha476]

@@sgddfgfghfgh well of you think of it as a percentage is comment makes more sense

[@sgddfgfghfgh]

@@timonbotha476 or if you're broke, then $100 really is crazy

[@timonbotha476]

@@sgddfgfghfgh But if a $100 really means that much to you then you probably cant afford a "premium" watch.

[@DannyFragss]

@@sgddfgfghfgh calling someone broke is never a good look, be better maybe

[@scottsj4625]

One of your best videos Jody. I will have to watch this again. I did not take notes. My biggest problem with dive watches is the weight more than the size. I hate heavy watches yet dive watches are heavy. I know this must have taken you a lot of time to research. Seiko's keep going up in price. I remember when you could get a Padi for 250 dollars and SKS for 160.00 dollars. (USD) I like swiss ETA over SW-200 any day unless its sw-200-2 which does not have the gear wearing out problem. That is why some of these swiss watches are so cheap from the sw 200 being dumped because they know it has a flaw. Take care.

[@scottwitt7597]

I picked up the Orient kamasu lately, and I am insanely impressed with it. Fantastic build quality, and great specs for the price. Those pictures do it no justice. It's gorgeous in person.

[@lulul]

just at the right time to fill the "skx discontinued" gap.. you should make a video specifically with skx alternatives.. it would probably do pretty well..

[@JustOneMoreWatch]

Good idea mate. I'd need to find 10 over hyped and under specced watches though...... 😂😂

[@lulul]

@@JustOneMoreWatch haha.. yeah, yeah, but do you want tons of views or not?...

[@marcusskyfall]

@@JustOneMoreWatch my skx009 is running slow are they easy to adjust DIY style? Or should I pay a watchmaker to speed it up? 🤔

[@A_Dude_And_His_Watch78]

Sharkey does an skx homage with sapphire, ceramic, and nh36 for about $150. Would love to see that comparison.

[@johnsmith-pk8bq]

The Islander from Long Island Watch is spectacular!

[@RobertBrownieJr]

Quite surprised you didn't put the Tissot seastar on there, I don't know what they go for nowadays but I got that very well speced Swiss beauty for well under £350! Cracking video, possibly poked me in the direction of a mini turtle!!

[@JustOneMoreWatch]

Hey Rob! I picked up the Seastar for $450 from Joma, but..... I don't rate it. Shocker!

[@RobertBrownieJr]

@@JustOneMoreWatch fair enough, sorry to hear that! Great selection otherwise!

[@willardhooton920]

+1 for now wanting a Mini Turtle!

[@Smokey_A]

Costco in the US is also a good place to watch for Glycines. They beat even Drop when they have them, and have had their own variants. Right now they've got four versions for $300. I think before Christmas, they were even cheaper.

[@private464]

This is a great tip. When you see that Costco has them back in stock, please comment here again. So I (and others) will catch it. Thanks a lot.

[@woosha10]

Another great video Jody. Think I’m going to get a SAN Martin 6105 I like the style

[@johnmoorefilm]

Jody, one of the truly great things about your work is that you engender TRUST. The fact that you link to watches you put your recommendations behind is the key difference. Sure, you make a few cents to help the Chanel survive, but that’s fine because we are all willing to do that in trade for your hard and reliable work. Thanks

[@richardellinghaus7752]

Loving the quality content Jody! I'd love to see a round up of dual time or GMT watches you like. I'm looking for one and I think it would be a fun lineup 👍 keep it up!

[@randynovick7972]

The triton is great. I have one on a strapcode angus jubilee and it's the bee's knees.

[@johnward9486]

Best watch of the bunch

[@Ilestun]

Sale here, the strapcode jubelee is a must have for this watch.

[@mrbacchus6127]

I've got a Glycine combat sub. Glycine direct on ebay is an AD and with an ebay coupon it is under $400 all day long.

[@clausborg77]

Orient Triton is the winner in your list, I have one and I love it. Excellent list, very interesting watches you got there. 😁

[@AleksiJoensuu]

Is it just me or does that Hamtun have one of the best integrated date displays? It just fits that dial so well. Damn.

[@robinj.9329]

Yup! I've heard for years that the SKX sold for about $200. So asked my "Mrs." If I could have one for Christmas. Imagine my surprise when I discovered that she was charged nearly $350. !!!!!! I almost sent it right back. But, Christmastime! Right. So it's resting on my wrist right now.

[@grahamyoung622]

Seiko pricing in recent times has been horrendous, they have really dropped the ball bigtime with this and a number of other factors in their 'business model' re replacing older watch models with more expensive crappier watches.

[@Speed_7545]

@@grahamyoung622 yeah, like only using the 4R36 movement in their under $500 or even slightly above watches. Good times when the Sarb033 came with a 6R15 at $300-400.

[@rsavage173]

Hi Jody from Glasgow, Scotland. Another great review. Can you do a review of your top 10 field watches?

[@u-8743]

I am buying a dive watch as a birthday gift for myself and this was pretty my budget. Very good timing Jody. So far the Samurai is winning.

[@willardhooton920]

Rum Runner Samurai is a great watch, personally much preferred over Turtles 👍

[@lawrences.6298]

The cyclops killed the mini-Turtle. Of it weren't for that I would have bought it instead of the Orient Kamasu. So glad, I chose the Kamasu. 15 months of wearing my blue Kamasu as my daily wear and I still like it.

[@YanDoroshenko]

A good upgrade for the previous generation Orient divers is a double domed sapphire crystal from crystal times, bracelet from StrapCode, bezel from Yobokies and a ceramic lumed bezel insert. Loving my Mako II running at around -0.3.

[@hgr.7857]

I went black Mako II, vintage minimalist ceramic bezel insert & coin edge bezel & sapphire dbl dome from crystal times, jubilee from Long Island Watch. I love it, something uniquely me, and simply love wearing it. I think Orient nailed it with the Arabic characters on the Mako to set apart from every other diver with dots and rats teeth (or Seiko clomages)

[@andrewhannam.]

Great list Jody, finally the Glycine combat sub is on someone's list!

[@SengLeeKoh]

Just last week, you can get the Orient Triton around 305-325 usd (coupon dependent) at jomashop. Orient Kamasu (maroon dial) seems to be still available for under 190 usd with a coupon search.

[@rdr33]

Got the Goldeneye from Ashford last Black Friday for 270 USD. Runs from +0 to +3 seconds per day. Even my puny wrists can pull it off due to curved lugs. Really great value!

[@xxraverxxonxtacy]

Excellent list Jody, imo the Orient Mako usa (solid EL) should be on the list over the Kamasu.

[@jacosta5580]

Combat Sub, Helm, and if i can find a Zelos are all on the radar. This vid confirms this.

[@manuelaraica3216]

Love it that the Triton came last but in terms of overall package, it is best value watch from your list. This is my to go watch.

[@nspr9721]

Hi there, I know you reviewed it recently but several of us in my field of work use the new Rotary Super 7 Automatic special edition- we have a very unique front line outdoors job overseas and polish off a ten week rotation with a fortnight's diving. It totally measures up and is good looking, ergonomic and superbly well made. It deserves not to be overlooked. I know the Seiko Atlas strictly speaking isn't a diver, it is an outdoor field watch with diver equivalent specs but it is also another winner- robust and capable, like a Marathon watch at a fraction of the cost!

[@menaseven9093]

I like the Glycine Combat Sub, the Phoibos 007 and the Orient Triton.

[@lafa_vt]

Placed an order for the hamtun kraken x2 and a helm komodo a while ago. Glad to see them being appreciated. Great video as always Jody

[@kingjgregory]

I love that Darth Vader Samurai. Black and silver with the lightsaber second hand.... Love it!

[@TheJamie1965]

Got your first choice the orange Samurai and love it now that I've got rid of that hideous two tone bezel insert and replaced it with a black ceramic one from DLW. A great selection and entertaining video thanks.

[@roblieffering8994]

Tisell Vintage Submersible (not the Marine Diver). Miyota 90s5, C3 lime, boxed sapphire, brushed ceramic, glidelock bracelet, regulated......all for $230 including postage.

[@TillSwims]

And worst finishing you can imagine

[@smflyboy]

Great video thank you! I never knew about some of these other watch makers. I LOVE the Helm watches! And the Mini Turtle omg! I’m already a Seiko addict, but I gotta get a mini turtle…thanks again!

[@THE_Newt]

Orient Kamasu versus the Orient Mako USA 2?

[@willardhooton920]

Erin Newton Team Mako USA 2 here!

[@stusims6567]

These all look great, but I’m going to check out both the Glycene, and the Orient triton. Both look very interesting and the next dive watch will be my last. I’m to old to go diving for real anymore, and I just want a good solid watch! Great video as always Jody!!!

[@gazyates1428]

Stu I was the same I would recommend Seiko divers watch Sbd 051 as last solid watch it's a beauty and it stopped me in my tracks for buying any other watches hope this helps you pal

[@afungula1]

Love my Orient Triton had it for over 18 months now wear it nearly every day.

[@mdunawaym]

6 1/4" wrist, and I love my Mini-Turtle!

[@ThePearlyBumMC]

You've absolutely got to try to get a Lorier Neptune in for review. Got a Gilt model from the last batch and it looks like a 4-figure watch!

[@oktc68]

Heimdallr do a very nice variation of the 6105, the case is more Turtle than Willard in outline but has the Willard style crown guards. It's from their Custom-made range and comes with either the PT5000 or if you can find one a Swiss made ETA 2824-2. Case finishing is better than the NH35A variations but it's only available on the waffle style rubber strap. The lume is Lumibrite standard, easily visible thru the night. Obviously a bit more expensive and not quite a Captain Willard homage but I think that makes it a little more unique but a bargain for £250 ish for the ETA version which performs within COSC tolerance on my example. The Merkur is also a standout, case is great. Really interesting video, thanks.

[@gerardpatten5302]

Thanks for the Jomashop store, was looking for a Kamasu and almost purchased one for $299. They are almost $100 cheaper on Jomashop. Thanks

[@JoseRivera-ko9hd]

Enjoyed the video i picked up the Glyncine Golden Eye for around 340USD on eBay @ the Glycine -direct the price varies from time to time and you get the Glycine warranty this is not a gray market watch I also picked up an Airman 42 GMT also under 400USD

[@SergiuNiculescu]

Two Seikos but no Citizen Promaster Ny0040 or the new Fugu edition?

[@colmfarrel4742]

Fugu edition?

[@borbetomagus]

The Citizen NY008 Fugu

[@borbetomagus]

NY0080-12E (black dial) NY0080-12X (full lume dial) NY0081-10L (blue dial) NY0083-14X ('Root Beer') NY0088-11E (black dial, Pepsi bezel) NY0082-17X (brown dial, green bezel, light gold case) NY0089-18E (black dial, green bezel)

[@perdendosi]

They're cool. But they still have mineral crystal and the 8200 series movement. I agree that there's something special about them, but I'd rather have an Orient for the price.

[@SergiuNiculescu]

Maybe the 8200 movement is outdated and the rotor is a bit noisy, but I've made full service on the 8200, 15 years old, and the famous seiko 7s26 movement. At 8200 the wear was almost non-existent and the anti-shock system on the 8200 rises to the level of some Swiss mechanisms. And let's not talk about the consistency of accuracy on the 8200..

[@bananasrfr14]

Can you make a list of divers no larger than 38mm?

[@renecastro11]

Currently wearing my Phoibos 007 and I love it. Best bang for your buck for sure!

[@MyRetroWatches]

Got to say I am loving your channel (fairly new lurker) anyone who has the enthusiasm that you have gets a watch from me. I’m more into the vintage stuff but still interesting to see these modern alternatives

[@alexanderusovich4435]

Instead of the homage if the Seiko turtle you could look at an actual Seiko the pepsi PADI turtle SRPA21K1 you can get one on a metal strap easily for 350 dollars on Amazon.com but great video 👍

[@thekeystonekid8687]

Helm are great, but I've been trying to buy a Vanuatu since January. They really need to increase supply to match demand.

[@markplayford5836]

TheKeystoneKid Promise you it’s worth the wait. I got lucky and got one pre-owned from a collector. 👌

[@thekeystonekid8687]

@@markplayford5836 Well I'm buying one to get my "fix" for a Sinn U1. At $300 compared to $2000 I can be patient.

[@markplayford5836]

TheKeystoneKid Know what you mean, the U1 is a real beauty. Sure the Helm will fill the void for now though.

[@henrywest7217]

Fantastic and pretty comprehensive list. Excellent work. Every offering is very tempting. And incidently, would all make great Christmas presents.

[@ritwickdas4107]

Awesome video as always Jody😁.... Waiting on that Loreo yachtmaster review👍

[@richardcamp2362]

Love your channel. Just started getting into watches. Made my first purchases ever last week. Bought a Vostok Amphibia and Komandirskie. Going to love this hobby. Just love mechanical watches but have alot to learn.

[@nhilal94]

SWEET! Just in time when I'm looking to buy a diver watch. Cheers Jody!

[@ashneel]

I love the Komodo.. gorgeous watch

[@TheBudoAcademy]

LOVE THE SHIRT! Now you are in my neighborhood. Well done great video

[@chrisgravel7157]

Great review and list Jody! I agree the Mini turtle is the gem and sleeper of the lower end Seikos. I bought a Orient Triton, black and gold and it on sale is a steal. Everything lines up perfectly, great bezel action, bracelet is well finished if a bit cheap - like seiko. Put a strapecode on it and take it up a few notches. The new King Seikos are interesting but in Canada at $850 just to get San Martin specs? I would just go 053 or baby MM or stay micro brand but at least they are waking up.

[@KenJencks]

I love your videos on watches. Thanks for them! I have a few Invictas from 2002. Still run great!

[@christophernewman2817]

Thanks Jody, a great summary. I’ve got the Helm Vanuatu, added the FC-1 Clasp and it’s a proper treat. You’re right when you say it’s a little on the heavy side, but it has such a gorgeous ‘tool’ feel to it.

[@douglassteltenkamp]

Jody when I found out cost to service even basic movements. The real value is in solar or to a lesser extent kinetic. Cost of ownership. Is the real value.

[@LouisWinthorpe622]

They probably wouldn't make the list for reasons like movement, availability, etc but one of my most regretted flips was the Seiko Kinetic SKA371P1 (or BFK). I'm always tempted to use bad cuss words when I talk about how chuffing great that watch looks and is. Then there's one that I've only seen in pics from another 'big boy' manufacturer, Citizen. I think it was a Promaster model nicknamed an 'Orca'. It had a distinctive approach to the design of the markers, like (but not at all like) the sharktooth Monsters and it's nickname was well deserved. Looks great! Not saying 'you've ommited these from your list', by any means. I guess I'm only reminiscing with the dive watch appreciation society, ha.

[@SA-dx5sx]

I like my Adina. It’s a good watch and has the basics down.

[@FactStash101]

Just bought a glycine combat sub and I love it.

[@gonnahavemesomefun]

Great list, my problem is they all look so similar, none stand out :-( ..I have moved to experimenting with Vostok simply because they stand out, their case and the domed ‘glass’.

[@RabidMortal1]

Heads up to anyone wanting a Helm, Helm exercises little/no control over how many watches they sell to a given buyer. So when they become available they sell out in seconds and then (miraculously) show up on the second hand market with a higher price tag. So don't expect to get a Helm at the listed price unless you can code your own bot.

[@willardhooton920]

RabidMortal1 Sounds like Helm needs to pick up production!

[@bounbone]

Orient Triton is a killer, sapphire crystal, orient best automatic movement (same as in Orient Saturation Diver), and power reserve indicator(a springdrive-esque if you like) if you are slightly big guy and have slightly big wrist, it is perfect.......

[@gregmcpen7060]

I found one seller on Ebay that sells Glycines for USD 403 and has nearly every model in stock. It might require a bit of research to be sure that seller is an AD or at least has genuine products, but there it is, just use search :)

[@joseabm2060]

Great video! 👍 clicked. My choices 1- turtle homage (san martin bronze case) bronze watches are getting expensive and MTO per waiting list. This one is affordable and from a brand that seems to know the market directions. 2- Helm. Jody Choice. That watch bracelet the appealing similar of the jubilee SKX bracelet. Waiting list to buy one 👎. 3- Orient is maturity. Orient is were watch lovers find "acceptance". 4- Seiko....I like them and I have some. 5- the rest. ....Hey Jody, have you check that CIGA Design watches .....recommend the square skeleton one.....lots of complements I get when wearing it.

[@GeckoCkCkCk]

Vostok Amphibia, get a collection of 5 for 300 bucks!

[@Pete...NoNotThatOne]

GeckoCkCkCk I was thinking the same, got my Scuba Dude on now. But I guess the bezel isn’t unidirectional, so doesn’t technically qualify as an ISO dive watch.

[@S-Ltd1000]

@@Pete...NoNotThatOne I bought two a while back. One has proved a little problematic but still great watches for the small price you pay.

[@GeckoCkCkCk]

At the time the Amphibia was developed, Blancpain had the patent for unidirectional bezel. The Soviet Union didn’t license it. When did ISO start, and was the Soviet Union participating? I like the history of being optimized for mass production. It’s possible to wear to Amphibias diving, but really it only matters if your bottom time exceeds the no decompression time limits. Does anyone make an ISO diver for $55 USD?

[@commentjedi]

San Martin 62MAS 😍 has gotten a lot of attention on KZbin. Just pulled the trigger on one on bracelet for $203

[@piotrszmidel]

Thanks for the Hamtun info.The meteorite dial with Sellita for 358 £ was a great deal

[@wolfbrite8871]

Thanks! Wonderful, useful, and informative video!!!

[@BBQ684]

In addition to the 6105 homage, check out sharkey skx, seiko nh35 sapphire, 200m and just $130

[@timothythomas1626]

I have the Phoibus on my wrist and can testify they are GREAT!!!

[@markmatthias497]

Great watch! I love mine!

[@chrismenes4995]

Good review. I am a big fan of both Zelos and Phoibos.

[@minutesecondhour3134]

The Zelos Swordfish is definitely on my grail list, in the UK people are selling them way over retail for some reason, great Video idea.

[@vamheredur413]

>Zelos >Grail watch Jokes aside, each to their own.

[@alekseyyulchuraev1207]

Perfect options added in my opinion I've made top 12 best divers in my channel, which, I think are the best, but this options, I think are also great.

[@rollover4894]

No citizen ny0040 , shame ,I got mine for 185 € off Amazon , and it's amazing

[@SoCalWatchReviews]

Absolute great picks! Great video as always my man!

[@WatchmanSam]

Jody I'd have to include the Citizen NY0040 promaster, super comfortable, reliable dive watch with awesome lume

[@S-Ltd1000]

I had a full lume version. Lovely watch and now hard to come by as discontinued. I paid £90 for it and sold it on for £300.

[@mrbacchus6127]

I'd rather the Orient he mentioned if only for the sapphire glass

[@S-Ltd1000]

@@mrbacchus6127 I still have an original mako, one of my favourite watches.👍

[@mrbacchus6127]

@@S-Ltd1000 Had a blue Mako I, sold it for more than I payed for it I think some people prefer the original model with 2 crowns. Now have a Ray Raven 2, pretty cool watch.

[@S-Ltd1000]

@@mrbacchus6127 yeah, mine is the 2 crown blue dial. I prefer the look despite the lack of wind and hacking functions.

[@RickDeckardMemories]

Best watch "influencer" / reviewer on KZbin. 👍🏻

[@gs6810]

The Hamtun looks more like a Casio than a Seiko SKX. The Casio diver is great for the price, $50 for almost an identical look. The bracelet on the Hamtun does look nice though.

[@tobiasrottenbach1769]

Great video, always enjoy watching! Cheers from Stuttgart, Germany!

[@tonyd223]

Great work again Jody, thank goodness I have a rule that I can't buy while one is on the way, otherwise the missus would kill me... Maybe I need another discreet watch box that she doesn't know about... Maybe a video on fooling the missus? That Hamtun...

[@willardhooton920]

Tony Deslandes Haha! That would be great👌

[@wcianfrani]

Definitely check out the Triton. I picked one up a month ago and love it. The bracelet is very nice but the clasp is cheap. So instead of replacing the whole thing I only upgraded the clasp with a Strapcode diver clasp.

[@NunYa953]

Always check the pawn shops. I just got a Pogue for $99.

[@zillsburyy1]

TRITON now NEPTUNE for the win

[@perdendosi]

Great vid. This would be pretty close to my list too. You should check out deep blue. They've been around forever and produce great watches. They used to be larger only, but recently they've expanded to 40mm divers. But the BEST part is the price. There is always a coupon code for 40% off -- right now it's BLUE. You can get a 40mm nh35, 300m diver with 120 click bezel, sapphire, and any color face (even colored full lume or multicolored abalone) for $150 on strap for $200 on a nice bracelet. And you don't have to take any risks on Ali. (No affiliation, just feel like they should get a mention.)

[@willardhooton920]

perdendosi Great overlooked brand! My 40mm 1500m Sea Quest is the bomb!

[@perdendosi]

Oh, you should also check out Bernhardt. They're one of the original microbrands, but still in existence. Their entry level divers float around the $300 mark with Miyota 9015s (their older models with 8200 series movements were closer to $200), and they're known for their excellent finishing and superlative (can I use that word?) bracelets -- especially at the price point. They've upped their design game a lot in the last couple of years and I think they get overlooked because they're not the "latest and greatest" and they don't go chasing reviewers and influencers. (No offense, Jody.) Seriously -- look them up! www.bernhardtwatch.com/

[@MrRaditz182]

Great video like always and the options are really good for the price range

[@davidmckenna1549]

I really like Helm and Zelos. Isn't it amazing how so many microbrands use Seiko movements and produce better watches. Now that is QC.

[@lliameasterbrook6634]

Thanks for all the videos lately!

[@sitocastro]

The Phoibos 007 is fantastic. I’ve had mine for 10 days and it’s lost just 5 secs. They seem to have sorted the QC issues you mentioned in your original review too. 👍

[@UGA.D]

What a FANTASTIC video!!! Thanks, Jody!

[@ohmadon]

i think the Tisell marine diver is a better option than the phoibos...and its almost $100 cheaper. sapphire crystal, ceramic bezel, miyota 9015.

[@manjiirmiya8383]

The claps in the Tisell is a no no, and doesn't have lumed bezel, some of the things that makes the Phoibos PY 007 a better watch.

[@johntonelli5930]

No love for the Ecozilla? 🙂

[@ajgross67]

Costco a few months ago had the glycine combat sub for only $275 if I remember right. It was a heck of a deal!