This new titanium GMT is NOT what I expected... Did TIMEX miss the mark?

[@Freeedy]

The last Timex I wore was also the first ever watch my dad bought me over 60 years ago. I wore it with pride all through my secondary school days and eventually I broke it because I over wound it. This North GMT is making me seriously consider buying my next Timex.

[@zhicaofang2354]

I have owned it for about five days and I love it. This will be a keeper for me. Lightweight, strap feels comfortable (and I prefer rubber straps for larger watches like this) so the thickness is not an issue at all, bi-directional rotating bezel is a plus, corlor profile is spot-on, looks cool on wrist. I have no issue with it being an office GMT, it is not that hard to independently adjust the 24-hour GMT hand even during travel, and the quick date set is more convenient and conformative to intuition especially for those who are owning their first GMT watches. I would say I probably prefer it with more traditional lugs instead of the "turtle shell" shape lugs as the latter make the watch wear larger, close to 42-42.5mm, but that's not a big issue. The issue with Miyota 9075 is that they could be very noisy. I have another GMT watch with 9075 movement, and the rotor winding noise could be very audible, I still find it slightly annoying even after more than a year of ownership.

[@x3mperformace]

Ohh boy. I'm for sure in it. Just because i missed out on the Tudor North Flag. And it's a GMT. Love the yellow accent.

[@northernsoul1707]

Just ordered one . Watches bought last six months include the Tissot gentleman green dial, Seiko prospex chronograph silver dial and now Timex gmt titanium. Hope to get the Tudor black bay burgundy on a jubilee strap soon … I’ve definitely got the watch bug

[@RaccoonDan]

If we started calling it a military GMT all the time instead of a caller GMT people would stop whining about it.

[@OHJAJOH]

First world problems🤨

[@robbbbery]

Can someone explain the "military gmt" phrase to me? I get caller and flyer. I don't know much about the military.

[@Iexpedite1]

@@robbbbery The military goes to other locations and they stay there. They need to know the time where they are and at home, but they normally don’t need to make frequent adjustments. A caller style works great for people that don’t have to make frequent changes and the date is easier to adjust.

[@robbbbery]

@@Iexpedite1 ah ok that makes sense, thank you!

[@malikknows3510]

This is a classically styled gmt and I agree, it’s a beauty! Nice video!

[@turnbasedtoddy7664]

This one looks so much better than the James Brand I think. I just wish it was smaller. It’s seems damn near impossible to get 36-38mm chronos and GMT watch’s in the affordable category.

[@mareekrenard]

Well this is about to be my first Timex. I love absolutely everything about it but the display case back.

[@ClauGarin]

Always a good day when your video drops!Great video as always.Can’t beat it for MAMACOO watches！

[@LietoUthe]

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

[@KubaskaNorthcraft]

I bought a watch from MAMACOO lightly used for my last milestone birthday. Don't wear it as much as it deserves, but not afraid to, either. It's stunning . Good taste, Sir.

[@tuberaider]

You seem to be very happy with it. Congratulations on your new watch! 😊

[@UliseHiriart]

got my 39mm with the white dial on the 3-link "Bader" bracelet watch on MAMACOO 3 weeks ago and am loving it to pieces. Absolute fantastic watch that wears super comfortable on my 6.75 inch wrist. Chose the 3-link over the 5-link bracelet for the toolless quick adjustment. Way more comfortable than my Longines Hydroconquest 41 mm.

[@jamessaund]

Brilliant watch, thank you very much. I hope your channels grows well 😊

[@ConsentinoBiagi]

MAMACOO's always amazes me how much beauty and precision are added to the parts of watch 99% of people will never see.

[@walterlee4796]

Handsome watch, I think its better looking than the James brand,if it had an option of a different colored bezel that would be great, Not necessarily two colored, single color would be fine. Dark green or navy?🤷🏾‍♂️

[@TyreAlmasri]

My favorite 2024 is the Prospex Limited Edition 1965 Recreation European Exclusive in Gradation Island Blue. The dial is stunning and the contrast when on a white strap is to die for. I will get my hands on one from MAMACOO

[@MottingerWatland]

Love your channel with so many stellar watches! For me the MAMACOO’ watch is my favorite. Keep the videos coming. Thanks.

[@user-vv1qm5dj9c]

It is a very good looking watch and I think a caller is the practical choice if you have more than a few watches. Problem is that the GMT space is crowded. I assume Timex will have no issue selling these but I would look elsewhere at the price point for a GMT in stainless.

[@jason_jay3868]

Re: tapered bracelet, I am of the opinion that everything is a considered choice. If an experienced watch company wants to do a tapered bracelet they will, the question is why. The skeptic in me says the number of ppl who have no preference, tapered vs non-tapered, out weigh those who do OR it was more expensive/not worth it for them to do.

[@brentoncrowhurst8338]

I wouldn't have considered a Timex . . . Until now!

[@r4yfoong190]

Looks stunning. Timex nailed it again. Might really find myself checking this and getting this

[@inglesconalan5360]

"Some differences" - the bezel, the dial, the movement and the case. Some 😂

[@greggusan]

I love it! Looks great and I bet it will wear like a dream. The one thing I saw which I don't dig is logo and text on the display caseback. I know, it's not a very attractive movement, but either show it or don't show it. Don't put a crystal on the back, then make it hard to see through. Just makes no sense to me - especially when they've branded the rotor.

[@theIdlecrane]

Bravo to Timex 🎉

[@ChronometerMan11]

I got mine early this week, l couldn't believe how good it is, hasn't left my wrist since. Another great review!

[@user-gj8wo8lq9s]

How's your Tiburon, still like it? Sadly there's not many videos on it out there.

[@MegaCostaFerreira]

What if I tell you I have both and the titanium bracelet from James fits properly on the expedition north.

[@tizombie]

I like both watches, but prefer The James Brand version slightly over the Expedition North. Thank you for the direct comparison.

[@AliasHSW]

looks better than the JB

[@victoriaroberts7837]

How would you compare the Expedition North to the Deep Water Titanium Automatic?

[@davidb9531]

I liking this black bay pro without the cream lume 😂 but if you consider something like the nodus trailtrekker it really has no right to be this expensive

[@robertsmelker2614]

It’s based on a Timex dynabeat dual time from the 1970s down to the hands, but I wish the stick hands had more flare like the old one

[@cyrankowski22]

Hi Chris the watch IS sold out now ? Do you think timex will drop again a second batch ?

[@ahkeen]

Wow Tudor black bay pro vibes

[@dperreno]

"Timex don't?" What's the deal, Chris? Did you just change your nationality to British?

[@jonathanbob852]

If the bezel, dial, case and movement are different how are they in any way similar. Other than both being titanium GMT’s with a yellow GMT hand?

[@phifismyusername]

This or save up for Tudor black bay pro?

[@kennkingg]

I’m hating on you so bad right now! You got two really cool Timex watches that I wanted and do t have! 😂

[@zillsburyy1]

I like their previous gmt

[@EfenLi-j3c]

👍👍👍 Nice Watch and Elegant Watch , best material Titanium Watch introduce by Watch Expert - Watch Chris 👍👍👍

[@joesjunkgarage]

Hello, one thing I would like to know is does the Expedition have a screw down crown? Thanks!

[@jayrusty2012]

Yes

[@weezkidtube]

Prefer the James Brand rendition but I was too late for that.

[@puttapongkissener3729]

I would go for the James Brand!!! I love its freshly rounded „without edges“ pilot style case design, the striped indezes, the long second hand, the greenish color on the gmt hand and the crown, the black bezel with the small 24 numbers on it, the jumping hour hand. For my opinion it‘s worth for, to pay 400USD more than the north. I understand the argument, that it is too much for a timex. But I don’t care, because I would wear the watch for me not for others. The James Brand looks extraordinary unique. Chris, if you like the north more:“…the dial, the hands etc. write me! I’d buy your JB with pleasure 😉👍🏽

[@splendidsnapshot9915]

The design of North Expedition is great but I wish they would have used Miyota 9075.

[@lancehunter3821]

Another awesome watch review; thanks Chris! Any chance you could review the Lorca Model 1 with the champagne dial? Lorca is headquartered in NYC, so it should be doable. Thanks again.

[@Jon-s8y]

What is the yellow strap you show please? Thx

[@ae-ca602]

Only one thing in common between these 2 watches is the TIMEX Brand on the dial. Based on reviews and comments, I think more people are in the traveler GMT type camp even if it meant a bit higher price. I personally didn't like the case design and the bezel on the James Brand version and I don't mind the new Timex looking like a Tudor, but I would only consider it if it had a traveller gnt movement.

[@fidelpablo6340]

Thanks for this!

[@juniorjohnson5961]

I like it but I'll wait until the price goes down. Timex the working man's watch .

[@davidmullineaux6157]

I also like and almost bought. But when I found out it didn't have the better movement I passed.

[@marcvanheugten9472]

Nice watch, do find it a little expensive, it is new so I will wait for the price to drop

[@RedwoodAggie]

I definitely like the new model over the James Brand model. The bezel font is better, I prefer the angled case, and the markers/hands are just more pleasing to my eye. I do miss the internal 24 hour markings that the JB model has on the rehaut though. Timex did post some pics initially showing these had a Miyota, and I was a bit disappointed once they corrected that. I think it's not surprising for the price point, but the JB model did come with a bracelet. Unlike the BB Pro and Explorer II fixed bezel, I do like that this one rotates. Anyway, this is a nice rugged release from Timex and fitting for the Expedition North model line.

[@tandmkennedy]

Ordered!

[@dop5]

I think the best budget gmt (automatic) actually is the Seiko skx gmt

[@boisdog]

I have both caller and traveller GMTs. The NH34 "Caller" GMT is fine with me as I prefer quick set date. Every part of the regular edition appeals to me over the James colab. Bidirectional bezel with larger 24 hour numbers, better hands and indices, better second hand. Other than grade 2 titanium, it's better all around IMO. That said, I still won't pay $500+ for a Timex.

[@SujithPrasad-y3z]

All dat MAMACOO watches sssssoooooooo gorgeous！

[@khakimzhanmiras]

Seiko killer Qu'est-ce que c'est?

[@genericreference6969]

My thoughts too - best subtitle!

[@VijShuaibi]

Watches are so delicate and intricately designed, so I have intense respect and admiration for MAMACOO watch makers

[@think_bip]

Did you try the bracelet from the James Brand on the Expedition North?

[@Mike-DuBose]

Yes, he did. He has a video posted of it on his Instagram

[@BrendenGood]

Since it has the same movement as the Seiko 5 GMTs, I think you have to decide if the extra money is worth it for this one.

[@panchoskywalker]

I like it, I wish it was cheaper.

[@TXLogic]

Very nice looking watch! A bit too thick for my tastes, tho…

[@anfusolunnie]

I like the watch I got from MAMACOO. That rubber strap combo looks really cool! Been wearing it since last year and love every minute of it.

[@mikeg6008]

Looks great but the price is way too high for what you get.

[@jefferyneu3915]

That’s a lot of watch for not much money. If I constantly traveled the world, having a traveler’s GMT would matter to me. Since I don’t I can deal with correcting the error twice a year.

[@glasgowjohn7831]

thats a great looking watch sadly out of my price range

[@ralphimbrogno9239]

My Traska Venturer is so much better than both Timex models on all levels. And btw, my Traska has the Miyota 9075 movement (so it’s a traveler’s GMT) and the bracelet has micro adjustments.

[@ozzy1154]

No one has ever heard of or cares about “Traska.” The brand is nothing.

[@_all_around_us]

@ozzy1154 this is a goofy argument. Are you buying the watch for yourself, or to impress others who "might know it".

[@Stanjara]

Traska is fantastic!

[@AndreiLucaa]

@@ozzy1154lmao. Traska is top tier microbrand bro. Get educated.

[@SCOTT-vm5nj]

Because it’s titanium does it feel light?

[@dperreno]

"There are SOME differences" "The major differences here are the bezel, the dial, and even the case, and the movement" Yeah, sounds like two completely different watches to me. The only similiarity is that both are made from titanium.

[@TaranehDottin]

that was incredible. what a beautiful watch and what great work you did on it!AMZWATCH

[@praktikalpinoytechgsm8496]

Good watch. But as a modder, that is actually a 200usd watch. But it does look good nonetheless.

[@Mark-pi7vj]

Oh no, a modder. You build Ali Submariners with Seiko slapped on it?

[@Chef_Alpo]

There are no equivalent modding parts.

[@tomjsmith000]

Any recommendations for titanium cases?

[@vojinjaksic]

Seiko killer, qu'est-ce que c'est?

[@GEMSofGOD_com]

Man, I'd choose this blackie over any similar watch (if I liked this "24" design)

[@OHJAJOH]

Blackie? 🤨

[@GEMSofGOD_com]

@@OHJAJOH What do you think I mean, the blacker version ofc

[@snix7613]

Timex releases a 900$ that use 30$ish (retail price btw) movement, now that blew my mind 😂

[@TheCompton2010]

Super nice watch.. but they need to slap a different brand on it. Most don’t want a $500+ timex.

[@ClauGarin]

MAMACOO is one of my favorite watch manufacturers they do offer beautifull dials, good workmanship & moovements.That smooth sweeping second hand is truly mesmerizing！

[@phillipmanti1987]

You should check out the Steinhart Ocean Vintage GMT: available in 39 mm and 42mm. Titanium (completely) titanium bracelet, sapphire crystal ($630 /$590 respectively). And, best of all, a Swiss movement, see it at Steinhart Watches or Gnomon Watches…….this Timex can’t compare and isn’t even in the same quality/league of the Steinhart German Company/Swiss Made watch.

[@RobertWill-uq3iv]

You're not killing Seiko with brilliant design. You've got to make your watch more reliable, a virtual impossibility. And Timex CAN NOT DO THAT!

[@JG-ib7xk]

No-one buying a Timex or Seiko is buying them because they're reliable. Timex isn't trying to out-reliable Seiko. They're trying to put out interesting watches at an affordable price, which they're succeeding at. Seiko is slowly moving away from affordability and solid specs. They're different watch companies with different aims and offerings. And that's ok. We don't need another company just pumping out imitation SKX's

[@ricardourquidi109]

Seiko killer pa pa pa pa pa pa paa 🎶

[@KathernClary]

I absolutely love watches, the high end watch brands are out of my budget but the MAMACOO has literally an almost duplicate of every single watch on the market . Always a great but no matter your budget.

[@Dave062YT]

The non limited edition looks great but I wont buy anything Seiko .Shame they hanged the movement.

[@larx4074]

Like scratches on your watch??? get grade 2 titanium - it marks sooooo easy..................

[@onlyfor4372]

Don’t compare Timex with seiko. Timex can’t be a Seiko killer in this life and next 😊

[@b1r2y3n]

Timex quality just isn’t there for me. I have a couple of their automatics and the 1979. They’re all disappointing and never get wrist time. The 1979 has actual plastic as part of the case. The rotors on the automatics are the loudest of any brand I know. I won’t even go into accuracy…

[@Chef_Alpo]

Definitely not the same quality standard, in fact, at this point you couldn't compare any brand by their l decades old product.

[@MalindaRomito]

No one cares what watch you wear except you. So as the man says, take your time. Buy what you like. Enjoy life.AMZWATCH

[@skydronemediaasitis3898]

a real beauty but... its way to expensive for what it is... its should be in the 200 range and still you would have a big margin.

[@ender1077]

This one is just not for me. If it was 100 bucks cheaper and had a titanium bracelet along with is when I would get excited about this.

[@interestingtimes6242]

Did anyone else immediately go: Seiko killer Qu'est-ce que c'est? Fa-fa-fa-fa, fa-fa-fa-fa-fa-fa

[@elinalagunas-t2b]

Saludos

[@victoriaanzolarueda9264]

Hi. Can you screw down the crown ?

[@jayrusty2012]

Yes

[@jt.8144]

TITANIUM, AUTOMATIC, a TIMEX. under 1000.. NO COMPLAINTS KIDS.

[@blacktrucksfly]

Better be far under 1k. You could get a mido ocean star gmt for under 1k and that is a beautifully finished Swiss automatic gmt

[@OHJAJOH]

​@@blacktrucksflySwiss boy 🤨

[@rndmgoon]

Movements, grades of titanium, all reduced to practically nothing in comparison to how it looks and feels. If it looks good, you will want to wear it. Which IMO is the whole point of a watch.

[@longerino]

I like Timex watches and I like affordability but this expedition North is hideous.

[@minidee2194]

No way timex killed seiko😭 this is so sad

[@orvillefindley8117]

No Timex will ever be worth anything close to $900. They just released a couple of nice quartz watches, one is a chronograph. They look great and cost under $200. 👍

[@ImperialCityNord]

4 howevers in the first 30 seconds

[@robocopvn]

38mm and get my money

[@davidb9531]

Bro it has zero lugs

[@dcamnc1]

Cool, but not $500 cool.

[@jctai100]

Qu'est-ce que c'est? Bababa bah bah nah yea Run run run run run run run away

[@markw-2025]

comparing the two is really a burger vs a steak. Why Timex?