Timex Made me Regret the MoonSwatch

If you thought the Orient Bambino was too boring in the last episode, here comes a stellar panda chronograph for the same price as a moonswatch, and it's made of metal ;)

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[@popamonkey190]

The Panda Chrono is a looker!

[@garylamusa]

Hi WatchCrunch, what's the model # of the Seiko cream waffle & grey dial? I can't find in google shooping. Your insight is highly appreciated.

[@degenerateWA]

Timex didn't make you regret the Moonswatch. The Moonswatch made you regret the Moonswatch.

[@bertholdbach4959]

I was about to write the same.

[@Dochorahan]

Whatever. I have a smoonswatch and also the 3861 Pro sapphire sandwhich. Both great, the moonswatch is fun and comfortable on an elastic strap.

[@andromedagodit2492]

Touché

[@kbeightyseven1783]

It's why you shouldn't believe the hype

[@CaosBoyCathian]

@@Dochorahanliking your own comment lol

[@AvicSubfusca]

Timex really upped their game the last couple of years. Nice to have some great new options at the lower end of the market.

[@WatchCrunchOfficial]

Definitely 👍

[@whatsstefon]

I sadly cannot agree. Sure there are some great looking models, including the collaborations and their retro reissues. But as a Timex fan, I have had faulty or dead Timex’s for the last four years. The last one I bought was a Falcon Eye in green. The dial had a hair on it, and a huge scratch. The Marlin I bought was dead upon arrival. And the last three Mk1 models I bought were riddled with issues that required warranty replacements. In the end I received a refund.

[@AvicSubfusca]

@@whatsstefon Yikes. Sorry to hear that. That would definitely spoil my view of Timex to have so many dud watches.

[@whatsstefon]

@@AvicSubfusca It's been horrible. I'll stick to my older models. My Expedition Scout is still going strong for so many years.

[@AvicSubfusca]

@@whatsstefon may it continue to serve you well!

[@AlcoholicDinosaur]

FYI: SB Foot Tanning is actually one of (if not the) best quality leather suppliers in the United States, they also supply Red Wing Shoes with all their leather. For $200, kinda crazy they went that far with making sure even their leather bracelet was that high of quality

[@MrGlk]

Red Wing own them - RW are vertically integrated

[@excessemail2344]

I prefer Horween, but they are neck and neck.

[@chadbailey7038]

Oh wow good to know. Thanks!

[@williamb8764]

Timex have been absolutely killing it the last couple of years. I have nothing but respect for them.

[@guyfromsac1]

“And a large “Q” at the 12-O’Clock, perfect for Capital Stormers …” 🤣

[@micelover63]

L M A O !!!!

[@waterhead1359]

Very cheap and embarrassing comment

[@donniedarko86]

@@waterhead1359well, we know where y o u were on Jan 6th 🤣

[@shannonjackson8680]

@@waterhead1359how do?I thought it was funny.F those guys

[@tpoz48]

Being a watch collector but not a watch snob, I have three Timex watches in my collection. My favorite is the Waterbury Chronograph. I like the minimalist dial somewhat characteristic of a Junghans Chronograph.

[@WatchCrunchOfficial]

Nice! Timex is very unpretentious

[@phmwu7368]

Great panda dial TIMEX, after all with the moonSwatch people didn't buy a cheap Speedmaster, rather a very expensive plastic, ...bio-ceramic...Swatch.

[@kantharos1]

I am a collector of 6 Timex watches. I love it especially its Indiglo.

[@casualsuede]

Yep, a q quartz and a weekender beater.

[@ThatGuyUpThere]

The first watch I bought was a timex southview, that thing is LOUD, but made me apreciate having something on my wrist, I bought another two (discontinued chicago chronograph and expedition north compass) with the M79 (Q automatic) and Giorgio Galli S1 in the want list. I hope timex keeps taking the affordable segment by storm, so we can finally get rid of the likes of MVNT and daniel wellington.

[@aznboycols]

Back in the 50s, I bought my first Timex after seeing John Cameron Swayze, an NBC news commentator, lauding Timex watches with “ it takes a beating and keeps on ticking” ads. It broke after 6months.

[@Rusikulya]

Wow... Please share more

[@lordbogus6709]

Timex is on a roll. Got the Timex Q Hodinkee LE, vintage design with a omega pie-pan and crosshair dial, and no date. This will probably be my next watch, if it isnt the Q GMT. Keep it up Timex!

[@edwilmot3732]

I just received my Q chrono panda today (Sep 2023). The top pusher does have a click to it so it seems Timex fixed the mushy pusher with the latest production run. The watch is beautiful but the dial is smaller than I expected. The bezel is 3mm so with a 40mm case size, that leaves only 34mm for the dial. Beware if you prefer a bigger dial.

[@yeuhuanlai6573]

Timex has been killing it since the original Q, which was my first. A couple of T80 Pac Man in gold and silver followed. More recently I added two pieces from the Expedition series - the unbelievably value-for-money Expedition Scout and the gorgeous Expedition North Field Mechanical in black PVD steel. Very happy with every one of these.

[@VitanuovaQuintero]

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

[@markanthonymeaney1914]

Never thought about Timex for a chrono but these look great!

[@Ray.J]

Just found your channel and immediately subscribed. Timex's return to mechanical and automatic movements has been very positive in my opinion. I decided to purchase one of their dress watches recently, the Waterbury Automatic, specifically to reward them and support the trend. I like what they are doing! I'm a watch nerd on a budget, so I always look for great value when it comes to timepieces. Between Timex and the affordable, well spec'd offerings at Long Island Watch, I am slowly building a nice collection. I'm excited to see more of your content!

[@droptuned83]

I love what Timex are doing and the Q chrono here is a nice looking watch. I dont mind a quartz movement and really like this alot. Also love the center seconds and overall dimensions and easy swap battery compartment. Nice!

[@micelover63]

Try looking at a 2008 T2M706 from 2008, it kills anything being produced today. It has become quite rare

[@Tizianv]

Not only Timex is killing it, you are as well ;)

[@Johnmk24]

Great video. Timex is refusing to be insignificant with these new lines. As to other $200-$500 watches…I’m puzzled how nobody seemingly talks about “Mathey-Tissot”. A great Swiss made watch with a vintage history in the business. I just don’t understand it being ignored.

[@sebastianr.1561]

Probably because the quality itself is below Fossil level and masses of models are poor replicas of Rolex, AP etc?

[@DeRobez]

Ya, I bought a Mathey-Tissot & I really regret that decision. It’s a “Hulk” lookalike & I’ve only been able to wear it once. It’s broken twice already & I don’t think it’s worth fixing this time around. Tissot, however, makes an incredible watch in that same price point

[@craiggreeson2614]

I have a Mathey-Tissot with a Pepsi bezel look that gets a fair number of compliments. I went inexpensive with a quartz however, no experience with their mechanicals.

[@artidox__]

Timex has really been doing good recently. I'm really interested in their new Waterbury Dive with the supercompressor inner bezel. Another great video as always :)

[@WatchCrunchOfficial]

Thanks 😉

[@seanthomez5869]

You definitely didn’t give the strap or tanning company the credit it deserves. It’s Red Wing, MN, (not “Redding”). This town is the home of Red Wing Shoes-the same producer of boots worn by our forefathers in the trenches of WWI (and my father when he goes out to split wood lol). SB Foot Tanning Co. is the main supplier of leather for Red Wing Shoes. Suffice to say, it’s high quality, especially for the price.

[@WatchCrunchOfficial]

Sorry, I'll start a leather works channel 😉

[@blindriv3r]

@@WatchCrunchOfficial or learn to read

[@lukemcevoy2385]

@@WatchCrunchOfficial it literally says Red Wing on the Strap.

[@RyanBofMKE]

I'd still spring for the Horween.

[@brodydezeeuw]

I think these comments are just way too demanding in tone. Theyve nothing on you and you made a great video. I Love the pick too. Tiny mistakes like that are still allowed in my book these days! Heck it even makes life beautiful to me! Its just one more step away from robotizing people and society.

[@jaad9848]

You can get a titanium Citizen eco drive for around 200. As an FYI

[@jfthome]

Hah! I liked the Q - Capitol stormers throwaway line.

[@blake70505]

Thank you, thank you, thank you for recognizing Timex for what they are and not being a snob. 🙏

[@WatchWitt]

Great looking Timex! They’re putting out some great pieces lately. I missed out on the Worn and Wound collaboration…that teal dial!

[@DieselPower1968]

Love your review on the Q..Timex are back big time

[@offgrid8445]

Good review - informative and tongue in cheek comedy. Winner.

[@babyscarzoomin8145]

S.B. Foot tanning, responsible for the straps, is probably close to, if not the highest production American tannery in business today, responsible for producing leather for Red Wing and military boots. So yup, definitely the largest tannery in Redding, MN!

[@E.H-ww6zb]

have both. The moonswatch is so much cheaper in quality (feels like a happy meal toy) but the pushers have must more tactile feedback. The timex on the other hand is heavy (in a good way) and feels like a well made timepiece. Both get equal wrist time

[@willt.9654]

Gorgeous watch! Love how the big Q is more subtle on the cream dial.

[@DarthJabba504]

Loving the recent Timex releases. If they had better lume, it would be amazing.

[@stevek8829]

Lume? Timex needs no steenking lume.

[@MichaelRiveraBX81]

My guy, you had me at capital stormers! Great video

[@amg231]

Official watch for capitol stormers! 😂

[@WatchCrunchOfficial]

😁

[@watchingwatches6357]

"Official watch for Capitol stormers" is gold! 😂😂😂

[@EdwinBarreiro]

I caught that too!! 🤣🤣🤣

[@sajiddas8352]

I don’t get it I am British and not American btw can someone kindly explain 😢

[@oldschooldrumcorps]

Sometimes you gotta storm...

[@sajiddas8352]

@@oldschooldrumcorps okay I get it now thank you 😂😂

[@chuckfacemire1821]

You mean the bs fbi fraud storming

[@gregrobinson1304]

You've inspired me to get a second 12 watch jewelry box and fill it with my favorite 'cheap' watches. I'll call it the dirty dozen!

[@shalmonradford5284]

Bought my son the reverse panda on the “steel” bracelet. Great looking watch!

[@candide1772]

Good review! I have really been enjoying what Timex has been doing over the last five years or so. I am back to recommending Timex to new collectors.

[@ricardorgomez]

Timex is awesome. When I'm working, I'll notice someone's watch. Once in a while, it'a a Timex. Styling is just incredible. Very decent time pieces considering the price point. I have some models on my list.

[@neilmac4730]

Nobody makes a budget watch better than Timex.

[@Joakimmogren_]

Seiko

[@MattGDesign]

Casio

[@ABROOKSH]

😐😲😁😆 the watch for those storm the capital. Too much fun.

[@WatchCrunchOfficial]

😉

[@BossMan_Jerm]

I love this quartz movement, not a typical quartz

[@amoulet69]

Mecha-quartz is what some brands call this movt.

[@JTEL1911]

I’ll definitely look into these, thanks! I’ve been into watches for a long time & just got back into them 2 years ago heavy. Have a fossil blue speedway crystal(first watch age 17), now I just been on a buying what I like kick. Casio electro luminescence, Seiko 5 green dial Arabic. Now looking at accutrons, ingersolls & tudors, it’s all good stuff, appreciate the video man. Jordan from michigan.

[@JTEL1911]

Why was my comment highlighted? It said I won something but I don’t believe it lol

[@thsc9119]

It's great that America's original watch company is making non-boring watches for a change.

[@thsc9119]

If you ever get one of these "You won a gift 🎁🏆 MASSAGE (or MESSAGE) ME ON TELEGRAM" responses, please know that it's a scam. They'll ask for lots of sensitive information and then want ridiculously high shipping and expenses and, guess what?: There is no prize. By the time you realize what's going on, they have your money and are executing their exit strategy.

[@joelf5565]

These Timex chronographs do look nice and at 40mm the size is good. But it lost me with only a mineral crystal. At this price point a sapphire crystal should be provided. Same with Bambino. Especially Bambino with its done mineral crystal.

[@stevek8829]

Nice. Now it's scarce as a Daytona.

[@woesteloepi.]

Just smart of Timex!

[@HeinisField]

I have never been disappointed since I became a customer of MaMaCoo . Their watches are of exceptional quality.

[@AliasEveWatches]

Timex did a great job! Both look incredible (or your camera makes it look incredible).

[@BEYSeamaster1]

Thanks Max. Happy Thanksgiving. Timex has been crushing it for a few years. Gorgeous watches, sizes at good prices.

[@WatchCrunchOfficial]

Happy Thanksgiving

[@pktsqr]

Just a note that the more recent GMT version comes with a bracelet that's totally acceptable for the price: quick-release, solid links, decent finishing. And maybe I misread the seemingly joking tone, but the town of Red Wing does produce some of the best leather in the country.

[@plummerofficial]

I liked how you said, "Redding, MN". I live about 30 minutes from Red Wing, in MN. You were close, though! Great vid on a very cool watch.

[@teddybeans77]

definitely appreciated the subtle jokes in the video haha most watch content can be pretty ad nauseum💯

[@richyp64]

I own 6 Timex Command Shocks and was thinking about picking this Q up, but the 40mm case is just too small for my 8.5 inch wrist.

[@MrHongleberry]

Bought this based on your video and once the strap got broken in,,,,😍

[@RM-pg4js]

Great video dude ! Had no idea Timex started balling like that these. Getting me one..

[@goobiedebber5059]

I really want to get into watches, chronograph looked cool but I wasn't a watch wearer before so when doing my hunt I saw the Timex Waterbury Chronograph. And that watch scratched my itch. I still like window shopping for expensive chronograph but for now this will do. Timex is cheap and a great entry level watch with history.

[@CigarAttache]

"the tri dial should quicken the pluse of any watch nerd within a 50ft radius"! LOL you know it!🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@rafaelandrade7316]

Red Wing, Minnesota. Just like the boots, BEFORE the straps were stamped with "Handcrafted, Red Wing Shoe Leather, Red Wing Minn." in a diamond. The straps will match perfectly to some Red Wings, except for the stitching of the strap haha. Great Vid, awesome watches, big fan of your seiko 5 you quickly mentioned.

[@WatchCrunchOfficial]

Good call! I need to get my eyes checked 😅

[@jperez7893]

Timex should improve it by making the watch light powered like citizen. It removes the inconvenience of battery replacement while having the durability and lifetime of an automatic

[@kabysummit5801]

Timex is what I'm talking about. It pleases me to wear a time piece that's accurate, quality build, stylish, and a big thing for me is affordable price. I know that's a very broad term, affordable. So for me, that's under $1K. Under $500 even better. This Timex comes in at $200. Sign me up. The other Timex that caught my eye is their Q Chronograph. Oh, wait one more thing. I've grown to prefer solar powered watches for ease of maintenance and less waste. So I'll check with Citizen first, but that's probably going to cost me a bit more. Also, don't forget the sleeper Solios, a great watch company I might add. Though I don't believe they carry chronographs yet.

[@jaimetorres1232]

The Bambino is a nice watch and versatil changing the strap. Maybe some children think is boring.

[@dinds101]

Thank you so much for this and your channel.. its nice to watch a channel that features amazing and affordable watches. Keep it up!!

[@ChiefVizier]

not me watching a video for a watch i already have been wearing for a week straight

[@chemist2517]

Nice watch. Thanks for highlighting something a bit off the radar.

[@AJsOpera]

Settling is setting yourself up for regret! Nothing more! Never settle, ever!

[@moneyshift8190]

I'm liking the timex watches more and more lately.

[@daniel_chayra]

Video was amazing man, such consistent quality! Thank you for doing what you do!!!!

[@WatchCrunchOfficial]

Cheers Daniel 😁👍

[@ThoinFrostaxe]

I have very fond memories as a kid, my dad would take me to the Timex booth at The Big E (like a New England state faire) every year. We’d both get new watches. There’s currently a Citizen on my wrist, but I love my Timex Expedition Solar. The leather strap has aged great, it matches my wallet and belt perfectly.

[@StreetPreacherr]

Nice! I remember when my dad would wear a watch to work EVERYDAY during the late 1980s. I always thought it was some sort of MAGIC when he'd let me SHAKE his watch on Sunday evenings to get it running again, ready & set for Monday morning! Honestly, I still find it somewhat 'magical' that a wristwatch can essentially run 'forever', without ANY need for a battery, just as long as you wear it regularly. Unfortunately I don't remember what type of watch it was (likely a Timex), other than it being 'automatic' & GOLD COLOURED, with one of those stretchable metal bands. Although it must have been relatively inexpensive, since my dad was pretty cheap, and the power reserve ran out between Friday afternoon and Monday morning!

[@thefrog9119]

Always get the bracelet version, you could find leather strap with better quality than the original later. But that's just my opinion. Nice chrono but it won't get on my wrist cause I am lost with more than 3 hands 😉

[@chriswatchreviews4752]

Thanks for this review, Timex has been killing it lately. I just purchased a Marlin Viscount with the blue dial and I absolutely love it

[@HDSTACK]

I’ve watched with passing interest the Timex issues over the past few years but just haven’t been able to pull the trigger on a purchase. With the current state of my collection I haven’t come up with justification for buying more but this Chronograph may be the one. Thanks for the review Max

[@WatchCrunchOfficial]

Timex will get cha soon 😉

[@theONEwatches713]

Congrats on the launch of WatchCrunch

[@CusterWolfe]

The team over at Worn and Wound is dominating this year. Great to see!

[@jcm80]

Awesome Timex Q! Congrats for 50k!

[@botbrattmusic667]

Dude that WW75 has some amazing looks.

[@dexter5653]

Yes!!! So glad i got the timex instead of the moonswatch, such better quality for even less

[@paulanthonyjohns]

Hi. got with the bracelet and i have to say it's excellent. Really a stunning watch for the money.

[@MarkSamuel1982]

I've got the black chrono on leather and am loving it! Highly recommended!

[@ope2113]

this video just popped up randomly on my algorithm, great content and I just subscribed

[@WatchCrunchOfficial]

Welcome aboard!

[@kylem3373]

Great video Max! That's a good looking watch from Timex. Almost makes me want to get one.

[@davidgrandy4681]

I had a very simple Timex quartz watch that was very nice but it was way too loud. In my father's words "That thing would keep you up at night." In any case I'd like to know if these Timex watch are quiet. It just a question worth asking.

[@Paperfiasco]

When I finally got rolling on picking up more watches, I was instantly sold on Timex's Navi-Harbor, got a g gorgeous with a deep green dial and bezel. Once I really clicked into the style of watch I really want, chronographs, Timex again is really getting me to want to pick up some of their offerings - this was one of them. Is it perfect, no, but damn it's still nice. Time will tell yet if I really pull the trigger.

[@calebtate6723]

Took me a full 3 seconds after “capitol stormers” before I busted out laughing 😂 2:26

[@J.R.Y.]

Snapped this one up too. I can report that it's not a very loud ticker like some of Timex's other watches.

[@Overlord277]

The leather looks good and Timex has good OEM leather but I'd still go bracelet. Leather is a cheap option. Bracelet is expensive.

[@Dondaddyh]

I’ve a couple of Snoopy timex watches and love them dearly, more recently a Batman Q gmt, also great£200 well spent Max

[@lulul]

the w&w75 is such a lovely watch, beautiful, playful and a good size.

[@WatchCrunchOfficial]

It's adorable 🤩

[@borielias4]

Hi, which version would you recommend? The Panda or the Reverse Panda? Mainly for casual, but also for business

[@retrorecall]

this one looks really nice on camera, might make me reconsider picking one up. I picked up a waterbury chronogrpah earlier last year and love it

[@timothybracken1728]

God damn you're the new best watch youtuber i watch. you have the best reccs man! I love the freaking panda color scheme wow :D

[@nigelbowler1601]

Hi Max like your think out of the box approach sure the Timex chrono is a vintage 70s good looking watchfor sure nothing wrong with a seagull movement regarding your 2nd choice disco watch new to your channel like to see you review the New Bulova Lunar pilot watch there snoopy version of the Omega moon watch snoopy im in the process of obtaining one kind regards from the UK.

[@rioriggs3568]

Wow, that Timex panda really looks amazing. I got a replica Moon Swatch from Aliexpress... Crap, looks like a 2$ toy.

[@Nightfury0695]

The original mooswatch is not much different. Feels very cheap on your hand like a toy. But you will be paying $250 😅

[@brianmsahin]

My friend I got the original Mission to Uranus and it's also a toy. Total trash to be honest.

[@sinjon]

These look good but idk if I’d call that a sweeping chrono hand

[@cgrist7000]

Q, I see what ya did there! 👍 nice

[@pallu83]

That paul newman homage has such a tinny looking case

[@LikeigiveAFaboutU]

@2:28 what follows caught me off guard. Laughed my ass off for a few seconds alone

[@chrisbluma7942]

I'm wearing my Lorier Gemini Limited Edition right now. Such a killer watch for the $.

[@tysolomano5754]

Lol nice Q joke there 😂

[@mazarg161]

Just received my (Teal.. not baby blue!) WW75 Timex as well. Strangely the tag and stickers say Japan Movement, which I doubt. I'll have to open the back and investigate. The hand wind has a lovely old-school click but the strap is horrible. The case is the same as some of their Q line (75, 78) but brushed which I prefer.

[@WatchCrunchOfficial]

I'm a bit color blind 😂

[@hootonhoot]

Mine arrived with the “Japanese Movement “ sticker on the case back as well🧐

[@mdgdm]

Well done review and I like your taste in watches. Just subscribed.

[@deanspeer1]

Timex is CRUSHING it lately.

[@paulb9453]

Coming from you, I’ll take another look at Timex, coming from other reviewers, there’s always a tinge of pity mixed with reluctant respect. You seem genuinely enthused by these time pieces. Thanks!

[@WatchCrunchOfficial]

Haha thanks Paul. At this price, nothing is perfect, but i really enjoy the designs here