We Just Made The Perfect Affordable Sports Watch!

[@maverick8756]

Jody, for years I have been asking why watchmakers can't simply take the best features of all their models and make one perfect watch. I believe the Ascent just answered my question. In a word: Gorgeous! Best of luck with this new model.

[@apeekintime]

Stupid comment. The best features are always in the eye of the beholder. I don't prefer 39mm watches. I prefer 36mm. We each have preferences and watch companies cater to what they think their audience would prefer. If you head over to a Zelos group you'll find most fans prefer a 41+mm watch, titanium (at a minimum), and excessive lume.

[@alfieakaronaldog]

Which one have you ordered then?

[@darrenfry4695]

What has matches got to do with this watch vid ?your either a smoker or you like football games a lot... LoL 😂...

[@maverick8756]

@@darrenfry4695 Good catch... Edit made.

[@darrenfry4695]

@@maverick8756 only jesting my good earth neighbor, and happy you took it as a egg joke as I intended cheers brother now give someone else a giggle or smile and pass it on, we need more happiness in this world..cheers .

[@STONEAJE]

It's obvious someone with real knowledge and love is behind these designs. Simply perfect from top to bottom! No execs in the process, just pure love

[@tedblack2415]

Must admit the diver didn't quite tickle me ..THIS however is bang on in every practically way , very impressed well done .

[@S-Ltd1000]

As a Helm Vanuatu owner I felt the same about the origin. This however I would definitely buy.

[@eslai]

Yeah I thought the lack of a chapter ring/engraved rehaut made the diver look a bit plain on the face. This one is much nicer, I'll have to consider it!

[@thesolver1970]

same I have too many divers and it didn't really appeal, I've had to resort to modding my own watches to get a nice purple fume dial - missed out on the Direnzo (but got the orange). The purple and orange fume ones are spectacular - I'll be getting both!

[@alfieakaronaldog]

Not sure Helm ownership affects the Origin because it was a pretty unique piece. This kind of watch is struggling in design and dimensions by comparison IMO. The Tissot Gentleman would be my choice, but the Blue Helix on the ‘O’ bracelet looks tempting. 40/21 or 39/21 just looks so much better with better taper to a bigger clasp. MicroBrands and neigh sayers struggle with this currently, but feel they will catch up eventually.

[@alfieakaronaldog]

@@eslaiThe chapter ring (aka rehaut) looks really cheap to me. The crown is odd too IMO

[@thomaspowers6671]

You really did it this time Jody. You just made a benchmark that other micro brands should strive for. Your first watch was beautiful, simple and functional. Your second release just whacked the ball from a par 5 to a hole in one. Out frickin standing! You and your partner not only made a product that that stands apart in quality and value but also the gorgeous dial design options are sick. I’m new to the watch world and caught the bug a few years ago. I glad you found a voice of your love for watches and turned that passion into something you should be very proud of. Bravo!!

[@anorax001]

The Ascent is outstanding! I can't find a single aspect of the watch I would be unhappy with. It ticks all of my boxes - curved polished surfaces with bevelled edges, good size (39mm), good movement, applied markers and logo, and a superb selection of dial surfaces and colours. Well done Jody and Steven!

[@ph8077]

I love the way you even pointed out the negatives...really breeds confidence in your integrity. All variants look fantastic & I'm not even going to add "for the price point" because they just look great fullstop!

[@marktime48]

Sir, you nailed it this go 'round. Miyota 9015 and a fantastic dial range. Kudos galore, and great job!

[@GeneHyatt-bx4qy]

Right on, the Miyota 9000 series are my favorite for micro brands. And the dials are fire, especially the mineral ones. Found them to beautiful not to get. So I ordered them both

[@thesolver1970]

my purple fume turned up today - what a magical watch - it is stunning!!! Way better in person than on screen! Well done!!

[@cajanir]

The first Erebus watch wasn't quite my style but this one is just gorgeous! I can't wait for this in High Accuracy Quartz!

[@damiangarcia8679]

I second this! HAQ version would be nice

[@oooitskev0n]

i third this

[@neillewi9576]

I fourth it. I only buy quartz watches. A high quality quartz would be great. Also a leather strap option. Otherwise, you knocked it out of the park.

[@ic2433]

I’d also like this 👍

[@TheGreektrojan]

The literal only thing holding me back from an instant buy right now (the orange sunburst as of typing). Jody basically sold me my Chronomaster and I really don't want to go back to mechanical if I can avoid it. Still might though because this watch is a stunner.

[@stevenmcevoy5413]

Hi Jody. I have been a follower of your channel for years and I took delivery of my purple and orange fume Ascents yesterday. I had high expectations but you surpassed them. Forget customer satisfaction and think customer delight. They have immediately become my favourite watches in my somewhat large collection. I prefer them to my Tissot Gentleman Powermatic 80 (in green) and my Seiko Sharp Edge Presage (in blue) - my previous favourites. I love them so much, it is inevitable that I will want another one. I think the green fume is next on my list. Thank you for producing such a fantastic, high quality and most importantly, beautiful watch. You guys deserve to succeed and it looks very much like you will.

[@JusttheWatch]

"We forgot about the caseback." 😆😆 Love the honesty!

[@vaclav_fejt]

Another point of view: When I showed my non-watch friends the display case back of my Alpinist, they said "Pity you can't see it when you're wearing it." They just didn't care. Indeed, besides a good geometry and a good seal, the back is most of the time irrelevant.

[@Dialandhands]

@@vaclav_fejt there’s a reason why Rolex hasn’t been doing display backs. It’s unnecessary and a brushed finish is just more comfortable. I don’t like display case backs because when my wrist sweats it ends up looking super nasty.

[@Nintendo0994]

@@Dialandhands This is just silly - mechanical watches are already unnecessary as a whole, so why cover up a beautiful movement? Arguably the whole point of the watch. I pin that on rolex being rolex and just resting on their laurels.

[@Dialandhands]

@@Nintendo0994 no truly I prefer a brushed caseback. It’s more comfortable. When my wrist sweats it sticks to the glossy finish and won’t like it slide up and down my wrist so if I have my choice I’m getting a closed case back every time…unless it’s a chronograph where you can see the mechanism a little more and see it activate🙈

[@ThatGuyUpThere]

While an open caseback or more complicated engravement would be the cherry on top, any engravement at all is better than nothing.

[@stevenbennett3922]

My Orange Fume arrived this week and i am very pleased with it. Very easy to re-size with the screw links. My one niggle and this is very picky, the finish on the bracelet pushers are a bit sharp. I know, I know. Wears very nice. You don't notice it on your wrist.

[@PeterKotsa]

Nice one guys (Jody and Steven), congrats on the new release 👍

[@JohnnyComelately-eb5zv]

Peter, would you design a watch? You have much better taste than Jody. Although I must admit that this watch does look great.

[@PeterKotsa]

@@JohnnyComelately-eb5zv haha thanks for the compliment 😂😂. I dont see myself designing any watches any time soon though..😊

[@kawikadahlin4227]

Normally not one to comment but I just received mine and I’m absolutely floored at how great of a job Jody did with this release. I love it and it will stay in my collection for sure 👍🏽

[@astrobusa]

4.5k views in the first hour ! You can tell there was a lot of anticipation going on. Well done gentlemen.... a truly outstanding offering. How about a 3, 6, 9 GADA next time ?

[@ultimatedouchebag6760]

this ass got me buying this watch on the spot.......D=

[@deephousedave]

My aventurine arrived today. An awesome piece of kit. So impressed. Thank you for being brilliant 😉👍

[@Kopite68]

I'm ridiculously excited about this. Come on, Jody, don't let me down.

[@johnsmith-gs4qf]

I love that Helix pattern (very artistic)! I'm sure many people will be interested in purchasing these fine watches.

[@PhilMarlowe392]

This feels like the culmination of all your knowledge in looking at every watch in this price range over the years n your channel. you really did combine all the best features to produce something that does look far more expensive than it is. Congrats!

[@johnswatchjoint]

Well well well ...I wasn't really enamered by the diver Jody but this release looks so well thought out. I have ordered the burnt orange on a Jubilee style. This is what Seiko should have made as an update to their SNXS and it puts them to shame. Simply stunning.

[@JustOneMoreWatch]

Thanks John!

[@michaelcozens7537]

Brilliant, absolutely brilliant. Aqua Terra meets Sarb with a sprinkle of GS at an amazing price without in any way being a ripoff. Many, many congratulations.

[@garethsigrist8714]

I’m a GADA watch guy, I love divers too of course but I love the simplicity of three hands and a date gives you. You and Steven have absolutely smashed it with the Ascent which isn’t a surprise given how impressive the design of the Origin was. I absolutely love it Jody! And what a selection of dial choices l! Mega stuff!

[@Horologique]

Beyond honoured to be among such prestigious reviewers that will be reviewing this watch!! Congratulations Jody, these look spectacular! Can't wait to have it on the wrist 😍. Again thank you for the opportunity!

[@morganthedruid1]

This gushing gratitude is maybe not the perfect mindset for someone who is about to give an honest and unbiased review

[@Horologique]

@@morganthedruid1 don't you worry, I already have some negative points that I will certainly share with all of you

[@jimwatchyyc]

Let me guess, “we don’t have to return this watch but it won’t affect our review”, lol. For starters, just say “we got this watch for free.”

[@trevorgray4852]

Calm down people he's just happy to see someone in his space doing good and starting a successful business. The watch community is usually a good one, dont muck it up.

[@Horologique]

@@trevorgray4852 thank you so much 👍👍. I'm excited for Jody and that he counted my humble channel among such monsters of KZbin, that's all. I will absolutely do positives AND negatives on this watch, just on paper I can already think of a few

[@carlhatfield2941]

Okay, you got me! I've just placed my order for the white face Ascent with the J link bracelet. It did take a while to decide which to get, so many choices.

[@patrickhartmann1540]

Watches and Wonders was just the opening act to this reveal!

[@howardmckenna]

I was looking at these earlier, I'm VERY impressed with the detailing and the specs. A lot of thought has gone into every part. Just lovely!

[@DanGaskell]

Jodi, as I watched your video, I was looking for something that would turn me off from this watch. But I couldn't. You absolutely nailed every concern of mine. Dials - check, hands - 2 checks, movement - check, case finishing - check, bracelet - check, clasp - check, lume - check, AR coating - check, fit - check, look on the wrist - check, price - 2 checks. I literally couldn't complain about anything. Why can't the big brands do what you are doing? I'm amazed that I always find something from them that turns me off from their watches. Well done. You absolutely hit it out of the park! Might I be smelling a GMT in the near future?

[@stonedog1000]

Meanwhile Seiko has 'de-contented ' its sub $600 offerings. I can't think of any dress or 'sport' watch short of a Grand Seiko that is any better or prettier than the Erebus or Baltany ( a secret....these 2 have a nicer clasp than GS. Grand Seiko bracelet doesn't taper or microadjust. Lume might be better on these, also)

[@CG-ql5rr]

I bought the purple fume dial from Ebay. I am pleased overall. I managed to get a perfect fit,the J style bracelet is really good quality There are a few things which I personally don't like: The crystal has zero anti-reflective coating even though it claims to have a clear coating ( a shame because the dial is mesmerising The clasp has sharp edges (bevelled only on its long sides) The case back is pretty sharp to touch,however it won't bother you when wearing the watch (maybe a see through caseback or polished areas of the caseback would be better)

[@InviWoW]

I had a few problems with the Origin watch, but the Ascent simply left me speechless. Every dial is stunning. I can't decide between the purple, the purple spiral and the orange. Even the plain black looks gorgeus, and both bracelets are beautiful (I have to order both). I think I'm going to have to sleep on it. 😍

[@thesolver1970]

up to 4 weeks of sleepless nights then... the more I look at them the more I want all of them!

[@czguy3045]

OK... OK... I just bought the blue San Martin Aqua Terra-alike two weeks ago and ordered a full lume Wise Hitman last week... but that white enamel looks pretty darn sharp. I just ordered a white one on the J-style and the blue sport strap pack, most likely for other watches. And, though I don't normally go for Fume type dials, I could see wearing the green one and the burnt orange looks really sharp as well. I can see potentially ordering the green Fume on down the road. Great work guys and best of luck!

[@holgermuller3597]

This happens when professionals resolve to make aa amazing watch! Praise and recognition to you and your partner 🎆 👍👍👍

[@rorschach8585]

I have the black enamel Ascent. For a seemingly "simple" design, I love how the beveled edges of the indices continuously take turns sparkling and reflecting light as you move your wrist...it's alive and full of action. I can't decide if the black enamel Ascent is an exercise in restraint or if it's a wild thing! Whatever it is, I love it and I can't stop looking at it.

[@mobelue]

Thank you for framing the date window, big enough to actually see. There seems to be a trend or tiny, non-framed date windows.

[@thomasreuter1968]

Absolutely true! An unframed date window really is obviously a cost-cutting sign neglecting the watch collector's enthusiasm for the object of desire.

[@stonedog1000]

Hell yes.

[@SmoothShaun63]

Fantastic job guys, I love it. My only criticism is the "ERUBUS" text below your lovely applied logo... Your brand logo is very strong. Therefore, I feel the text is superfluous on your dials. Be brave and take it off! Leave it discreetly on the case backs and bracelets. Check out the positive effect a similar branding change has made to Christopher Ward.

[@davidmoore8857]

I just made the same comment! In fact, I think the font they have used is almost Soviet style and it looks cheap and detracts from the watch. I agree, just use the logo.

[@bensieber6960]

Very well done; those are lovely and, other than not offering a quartz movement option, near perfect. The white dial is particularly attractive.

[@jhatgotagat300]

11 mm with double dome is absolutely amazing! For reference a watch close to this that own from citizen as my “sarb killer” is 10mm thick no double dome but flat sapphire so that’s more than acceptable that’s damn near spec! I love the dials and colors so much as well 10/10!

[@ChilliJonCarne]

Congrats on the new model. The jubilee is a nice touch

[@christianaviles2199]

Congratulations! First impression is this will be a monster hit! Great design, great attention to detail. Just how much value is packed into the watch, I guess I'll find out once I have one "in the metal.". But job, well done. The hardest part is picking one.

[@mordecaialivanallenoshea7532]

Beautiful watch and those dials are gorgeous! If I hadn't recently fallen on hard times I would definitely snatch one up. Congratulations on your second offering!

[@wertzuio2127]

This is the spiritual successor to the SARB but even better! I have fallen deeply into the watch pit these last two years but am still a university student with a budget to go along with that! This is the first time I am presented with a watch I absolutely love and it is actually within an approachavle budget for me!

[@tilio9380]

Hats off to you Jody, Iust admit that I was not a big fan of the Origin diver, but I have to say this one is absolutely stunning! Finally somebody realizes the side profile of a watch is just as important as thr face of a watch, and I love that it is done in an original manner not overly similar to any existing designs (the curvature and the location of the "waist line" really gives off CW lightcatcher vibes, but the execution is of course very different. Another thing I like about the dimensions is that the dial size is actually not as big as I would expect for a 39mm sports watch. Absolutely amazing work Jody, hope to see this design language incorporated into more future releases and make it "your thing" (again CW, and to a lesser degree, Lorier have both done this brilliantly).

[@mikesymons3646]

Saw this at the Time+Tide popup in Sydney yesterday and was lucky enough to meet Jody (what a legend). The photos do not do this justice, absolutely stunning watch. Just ordered one :). And this is coming from a watchmaker...

[@JustOneMoreWatch]

Thanks Mike! Great to meet you mate!

[@jamierichards8301]

Great looking watch. With an amazing applied logo I don't think you need the printed Erebus under it. Any chance that would get revised?

[@matador_305]

Just wanted to say thank you! as a beginner in the collection game what an amazing packed watch you have designed. Purchased the green helix ascent and can't wait until it arrives! Continue designing and building great watches!

[@JustOneMoreWatch]

Thanks mate! I hope you love it.

[@quentinthatcher40]

Wow, these are great looking and elegant. A great job.

[@timhorack5468]

As many others have already said the Origin wasn't drawing me in but this one is a stunner. Thought I was all in on the Orange dial but then that purple dial came on...WOW! Now I have a real decision to make.

[@ryanhood1867]

I'm here for this! Teasers of the purple dial have my credit card ready!! 😂

[@lkdenve]

Same feelings on the burnt orange.

[@lordcharfield]

Congratulations Jody. These watches are stunning! I love the purple fumé dial. I’d love to see a white fumé too 😀. Wishing you all the very best with these - your success will be well earned! I hope to be buying one of these once I’ve paid off the 3 watches I have on the go at the moment!

[@af8828]

THIS is what the revival of King Seiko should have looked like. The design language of the ASCENT is clearly inspired by Taro Tanaka's original vision for Seiko and contemporary Grand Seiko, with the flat polyhedral side profile and lugs, the high polish hands and markers, the case finishing and the exquisite dials. The main problem with the new King Seiko was they lacked the appropriate movement, and this is where EREBUS swoops in. Having a 4Hz movement with accuracy around 7 seconds per day is what the Seiko of old would have done back in the 60s, 70s, and 80s, when they were absolutely MOGGING the rest of the watch industry. The bracelet integration and clasp, and overall quality is simply extra credit at this point. This watch truly seems to tick all of the boxes, Jody. Well done. This would fit perfectly in between the Presage and the Grand Seiko/ European COSC watches, especially with accuracy of the Miyota 9015. Any established brand would sell this watch for no less than $1500 retail, and that's being conservative.

[@McMaxW]

No offense to Jody, but King Seiko is a bit more refined and elegant.

[@af8828]

@@McMaxW You're absolutely right - but it also costs at least 5x more. And the movement is 3hz and less accurate in comparison. Anyways when I see this watch from afar it literally screams king/grand seiko

[@El1988Che]

​@@af8828 I think the 6R on a KS was the biggest FU from Seiko to their fan base, ever. What a shame. I owned a 6R baby Alpinist and I was disappointed. Currently I no longer own a single Seiko in my collection... I do own a SBGX261 and I'm not gonna lie, I almost feel like selling to get one of these and keep the change lol

[@NaNByZero]

@@El1988CheSounds Like a good idea. 😀

[@af8828]

@@El1988Che It would be hard to tell the difference from anywhere further than arms length haha but ofc the GS has a different level of refinement. I think for all their recent faults, Seiko and GS in general have something really special with their heritage lines. I just wish the King Seiko was given a movement that matches the rest of the watch and I'd happily buy it - the case and dials and bracelet were all very good for the price imo.

[@Nylatt]

I must say that I was wearing my adventurine Ascent with J style bracelet today and I got an enthusiastic compliment from someone on the street. I do not normally get those even when wearing a BB58. It looks great!

[@stevemoon2136]

That is a stunning watch, J. Very impressive my friend.

[@flyingfly16]

I think you’ve absolutely knocked it out of the park with the Ascent! Just pre-ordered the black one. Well done, Jody and Mr. P! Excited for the future of Erebus!

[@AbdulRWatches]

That Aventurine looks amazing, but that Green stone one might be my next Erebus. Still loving my Yellow Origin, I wish I could smooth out the caseback on it.

[@GeneHyatt-bx4qy]

You and I most have the same taste

[@_AlphaLimaGolf]

Have to say that I agree with the choice of male end links, to me, they always look better. Female end links do help a watch wear a little smaller, but with a short lug to lug like this, they’re just not needed. Great watch Jody, think I’ll be ordering this one!

[@wyzgyz84]

Please set up a dedicated European shipping option, DHL fees are just too much for some to justify.

[@S-Ltd1000]

Yes, Jody replied to my comment on on the last video regarding that point. It's the only thing that's stopping me from jumping on this straight away.☹️

[@bigdreams5554]

Is not dhl, it's custom fees. You can thank your government for that

[@thegorn]

The UK Govt need the money to pay for all the policing of watch crime caused by importing too many nasty immigrants. Fact.

[@KNM48]

Well, all governments charge taxes to one extend or another, it's nothing that Jody or DHL can do anything about. The difference is that if I buy something from a company within my country, they are legally required to display the price including taxes.

[@davywavy1371]

@@bigdreams5554no, not really. DHL charges me the insane amount of 67€ for shipping to Germany. Taxes are additional. But if I have to pay a fifth of the price of the watch just for shipping, it unfortunately absolutely destroys the value argument. Buying an Ascent will set me back 530€ in total. I can get better watches for that money.

[@gm5216]

My blue helix daily just arrived yesterday. Nailed it! Excellent job guys.

[@latinballa88]

Any time I saw a negative review of the Origin on KZbin, specifically criticizing its “blandness,” I clapped back 😂. I don’t think many people understand or appreciated the mass appeal of the Erebus Origin. Being the proud owner of “a jillion” divers it just wasn’t for me, but I had zero doubts that your sophomore piece would be a banger. Congratulations Jody and Mr. P. I blew through my 2024 watch budget in Q4 of last year, but this release has me thinking, “just one more watch” 😉.

[@dylanharrington744]

What a beautiful Side profile the Ascent has! You can tell the designers have worked hard on this Watch. I particularly liked the Colour matching on the Purple Dial and the Black Helix Dial effect too. Well done Jody.

[@ThemysteriousMrP]

We are the designers so thank you!

[@S.D.-oz2oi]

I want all of them! How do I decide which one? Congrats Jody! Great offering!

[@vorollo]

Great watches! Are the movements in the watch case held by plastic or metallic holders? Thanks!

[@comeonman7423]

Wow this is an absolute home run! Stunning 😍

[@STONEAJE]

The thing I love most about my Tudor BB41 in blue is the dial is a color outside of the standard RGB. Your brain doesn't exactly know what's going on, but it can tell it's special. Very unique and interesting. It's not possible to tell without seeing them in person since our phones are RGB, but that blue dial really reminds me of that similar color. Very unique and interesting. Absolutely nailed that too!

[@DominusEstOK]

I’m on the waiting list for the aventurine. Thank you Jody and Mr. P.

[@philliprackow7153]

I decided to just pick up two. Been looking to replace my Tissot PRX which I just don't wear so i'll go for the enameled blue but the orange just looks to great to pass up 😅 At least i can have both bracelets this way.

[@richardbently7236]

Stunning watch, I think you knocked it out of the park on this one.

[@shmutube]

Looks like a GREAT lineup of models! I'm thinking hard about the mineral green one...

[@johngilliland3409]

Just ordered the orange one. No VAT in USA. Under $400 including shipping. Brilliant!

[@bikeman123]

UK? Customs will get you for vat and import duty.

[@mstevens113]

Alright for some, in the UK we can't fart without being taxed.

[@johngilliland3409]

But you get the NHS... 😉

[@mstevens113]

@@johngilliland3409 the NHS is borderline worthless. It's the biggest tax burden we have for a non existent service.

[@martinowl]

@@johngilliland3409 true, but the waiting list time is similar to Rolex

[@MrLobbo12]

A beauty, congrats. Any chance of using a different delivery partner for the UK by the time you ship? The extra ~23% cost seems to be a sticking point for many UK folks as per the comments. For me the extra cost only makes this a maybe, without I'll order today

[@AnthonyVogt-t3t]

Any updates on the status of production???

[@brianhinson2773]

Hi 👋 Jody, could you please make a note somewhere as to when the pre-order cut off is? Definitely ordering but might need to wait until the last minute. Taxes were due last week here in the US 😢 Thanks, looking forward to seeing it in person.

[@ThemysteriousMrP]

18th of May mate

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

You really have done a great job with this one. The quality of the dials, especially with that applied logo and colour matched date wheels 👌 If you're still looking for people to review them, I'd love to check one out on the channel. Especially that burnt orange, or one of those with the mini logos on it... Very cool effect by the way.

[@Jimmy_Cream]

Hope you get one for review man... These are nice

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

@@Jimmy_Cream 🤞 Is there one in particular that stands out for you?

[@janvachek]

Hats off with this design Jody! I really like case design, hands are great and the variety of color options 🤎 Helix dials looks very interesting and on top of that strap packs for 50 bucks. Love this!

[@MyAffordableWatchCollection]

Order's in! Can't wait 😁😁😁

[@JustOneMoreWatch]

Thank you!!!!

[@coralof]

Definitely going to place a preorder for that purple helix! 😆 I'd be interested in seeing the statistics after this preorder period is over, on the percentages of people who bought which dial options and bracelet options for both the Origin and Ascent.

[@patrickoshea72]

Been a fan of the channel for years, but passed on the Erebus diver... This however is next level! Very stylish and sarbish!!

[@arc6858]

If possible (and have enough time left), how about changing the caseback into a display caseback with sapphire crystal? It will add to the thickness, which may help with the protruding quick-release endlink. And we get a nice view of the movement as a bonus. If not then that's fine, it is what it is. Still a gorgeous-looking GADA watch. Love it!

[@haunsanderson6117]

Love the green

[@limirl]

which one 😆

[@mikesheehan5946]

Very impressive. Hardly anything to not like about these! Congrats and great job to all involved

[@nicksims2827]

Thanks for addressing the UK tax and shipping. I realise that it’s nothing to do with Erebus and it’d be easier to say nothing, but that wouldn’t be your way. You are the fairest and most honest reviewer on KZbin - i hugely respect that

[@JustOneMoreWatch]

Thanks Nick!

[@ThatGuyUpThere]

I already stumbled upon with the unpleasant surprise some microbrands doesn't tell you have to also pay import taxes (phoibos is one), Jody being upfron about it, is a good heads up to have.

[@brandoncarterr]

Very impressive specs for the price. I’ve been wanting a whirlpool design and there’s no competition at this price point. Nice dial choices some classic some unique.

[@jamesjohnson7905]

Jody you are my felicitater. If only it was a solar quartz. absolutely stunning

[@Cloxxki]

I have a Megaquartz (Daytona look Pagani) and it's putting me off from automatics. Why bother? I may one day, but to be happy with my automatics I'd need a huge winder cabinet of sorts. The trusted (nearly illegible) Pagani is just there, feels comfy and looks the part. Also a 39. I can totally see a selection of Ascents push it into the margins of my watch drawer.

[@jamesjohnson7905]

@@Cloxxki I love all my mechanicals .but it is a chore resetting them after not being worn for a couple of days or when you fancy a change. So I've been looking at citizens eco drive watches as a grab and go watch I do like jodys chronomaster

[@nickdolin393]

Lovely design Jodi. Dimensions, case shape and such remind me a lot of Citizen's NB1050 line. Well done sir.

[@scottlauren3145]

Damn. Thought the video was ready then saw that I have to wait 6 more hours for it. Jody you're such a tease!

[@Barbecuejag]

Watch tease - is that a thing now?

[@retrostu1]

Stunning! Only problem I can see is which dial and bracelet combo to choose!

[@petermalone8879]

Please make the next one a chronograph ❤❤❤!

[@Great-Scott]

These are just wonderful. I passed on the Origin and have no regrets (since I have a ton of divers), but no way I'm passing on one or more of these beauties. One niggle on my end... 38 or 38.5mm would have been great(er) for me. I love my SARB033 but these Ascents are right up there and maybe exceed it with that 6 o'clock date window (thank you!).

[@bestboy897]

This reminds me of the sarb really excellent job

[@aztime0]

Looks fantastic. I've put my order in, and I'll also make a video when it arrives! Well done Jody and Steven!

[@sebastianperez-pb9xm]

After so long, finally, a beautiful watch at a great price. Love the burnt orange. However, VAT sucks. I buy a lot from creation watch tracked royal mail delivery, Never been charged VAT/IMPORT DUTY. For UK viewers maybe royal mail shipping could be the better method.

[@martinowl]

That’s good to hear. Recently commented on another channel re vat/import tax. How do you opt for the Royal Mail delivery option.? I can’t say I’ve seen different delivery options offered.

[@sebastianperez-pb9xm]

@@martinowl when you buy from creation watches as you go through the payment stage you select either Dhl or Royal Mail.

[@siolderf8642]

Congratulations to both of you. I wish you an enormous succes with this new release. Thank you for making the watch we all wanted. You did great ! 🧡💛

[@SamP.H-t1r]

Those hands are amazing!

[@KMV007]

Great design on this one, I like the size, the bracelets and the movement. The orange dial is my favourite.

[@younusimam-thesalamproject6340]

There's a new Star Wars planet called Erebus in the Bad Batch show.

[@joniden2215]

It's also the name of one of the ships used in the Franklin Expedition.

[@wtfiswiththosehandles]

Erebus is the god of darkness in greek mythology.

[@markhagan3653]

Mount Erebus.

[@legroll]

Erebus. Erecar. Eretruck!

[@mckrissla]

Never have I ever been so pleased to watch a 20 minute ad. Kudos guys

[@earthenjadis8199]

I'm stunned, speechless, flabbergasted and mildly discombobulated - I like that Erebus Chronomaster! Do a minute repeater next.

[@JustOneMoreWatch]

Nah, it's the 34mm titanium jump hour that I threatened last year mate. Cheers!

[@stephenbramwell456]

@@JustOneMoreWatch Now, that's one hell of a tease. Go on, make a Ti Grade 5 watch , HAQ.

[@GetOffMyLawnSKX]

This just screams SARB to me. I have watched this video 3 times since yesterday. I just can’t get enough of that white dial. You guys have knocked this out of the park. I LOVE this watch!!! GREAT JOB 👏🏼

[@Time_Passages]

WOW! This is absolutely stunning. I’m between the aventurine and the black. I can only buy one or else I’ll be dead or divorced 😂. Congratulations on another masterpiece

[@ChronometerCheck]

Congrats Jody! Best of luck with the new release.

[@Arskite]

36 mm and this would be perfect - hoping for more size options on the future! For the Origin too...? 👀

[@varghejo]

Jody, I've been watching your videos since your early casio reviews with your camera phone. It's amazing to see how far your channel, and now your brand has come. And kudos to the new release which I'm genuinely amazed by. Well done.