Average Bros [Mark Alamares]
Average Bros [Mark Alamares]
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Omega – Seamaster Professional Diver 300M [2220.80] James Bond 'Casino Royale' Wristwatch Review
www.belmontwatches.com/collections/new-this-week/products/omega-seamaster-300m-james-bond-casino-royale-2220-83
• Closing thoughts:
o On wrist - Wears true to size with an impressively thin-profile and would look excellent on an Admiralty grey NATO-style or Anthracite Tropic-style strap
 Also compatible with handsome aftermarket steel bracelet options from Forstner and Uncle Straps
o Model Variants - Tons of variations to choose from
o Comparable models - The Seamaster Professional has been the gold standard entry into Luxury Divers since Pierce Brosnan’s Bond and has only recently been rivaled by Tudor divers with high-spec in-group movements
o Bottom-line - The Casino Royale era SMP hits a great sweet spot serving as the “final form” of this generation of iconic 300M wave dials
 It manages to still feel classic without feeling quite as dated or stripped down as previous generations
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Відео

Spinnaker - Hull Diver, 42mm w/300m Water Resistance and a Panerai-esque Cushion-case for under $500
Переглядів 48010 годин тому
spinnaker-watches.com/products/hull-liberty-blue-sp-5088-22 • Closing thoughts: o On wrist - Nice full-sized fit, heft feels purposeful with full 300m water resistance, doesn’t feel oversized on my 7.5” wrist o Model Variants - Tons of different versions, from colors to strap choices, check site links for full details and current availability o Comparable models - Easy comparison to Panerai one...
Genuine Tropic Brand Straps - Anthracite vs. Light Grey: Which Shade of Grey is Best for You?
Переглядів 1 тис.13 годин тому
Anthracite: holbensfinewatchbands.com/collections/tropic/products/tropic-anthracite-rubber-watch-strap Light Grey: holbensfinewatchbands.com/collections/tropic/products/tropic-light-grey-rubber-watch-strap • Closing thoughts o I personally find the genuine Tropic brand straps to be the finest Tropic-style straps on the market, but knowing how expensive ($79ea) they are, it’s great to have a cha...
Nivada Grenchen - Orange Depthmaster, 39mm w/1000m Water Resistance and a Panerai-esque Cushion-case
Переглядів 45215 годин тому
nivadagrenchenofficial.com/collections/orange-depthmaster/products/orange-depthmaster?variant=40953368510552 • Closing thoughts: o On wrist - Wears impressively compact considering 1000m depth capabilities, great for smaller wrists while not being undersized for my larger 7.5” wrist o Model Variants - Available on various strap and steel bracelet options, check site links for details o Comparab...
BENLYDESIGN - 'Moon Rover' S3000, a Retro Futuristic Cyberpunk inspired 'Cybertruck' for your Wrist?
Переглядів 50518 годин тому
benlydesignwatch.com/products/solar-powered-moon-walker-s3000?variant=41508225187928 • Closing thoughts: o On wrist - Angular shape helps mitigate peak height  Clasp can be a bit fidgety to put on though o Model variants - Also available in Gun Metal or Black coating or Plain Steel (as-seen)  w/your choice of display color between Red or White o Comparable models - More and more brands revisi...
Machine Era - Mechanical Pencil, 6AL-4V (Grade 5) Titanium EDC
Переглядів 365День тому
www.machine-era.com/collections/pens/products/machine-era-pencil?variant=42644409450692 • Closing thoughts: o In hand/Ergonomics - smooth and balanced  The thinner profile, gives it an in-hand feeling closer to a more traditional pen, just more premium and substantial o In pocket - unobtrusive and compact o Model variants - Ti w/or w/o Blue Ano clip or Brass w/Ti clip (non-ano) o Comparable op...
StrapHabit - Deployant FKM Rubber Quick Release Watch Straps, Outstanding Value under $50! on SRPE55
Переглядів 1,2 тис.День тому
straphabit.com/products/deployant-fkm-rubber-quick-release-watch-straps • Closing thoughts o Fun color options that add both wearability through added comfort and a premium feel via clean/versatile designs at a super affordable price point, especially considering that the deployant buckles are included  It would be nice to see some more premium finished buckle options in the future, as well as...
Seiko 'Baby' Alpinist vs. Hamilton Murph 38mm: Round 2 - Now on Uncle Straps Steel Bracelets
Переглядів 2,9 тис.День тому
www.belmontwatches.com/ unclestraps.com/collections/hamilton/products/senator-bracelet-hamilton-murph unclestraps.com/products/executive-bracelet-seiko-sarb017?variant=42754005500137 Seiko Prospex - SPB211J1 (JDM SBDC137) ‘Baby’ Alpinist Stainless Steel 38mm x 12.9mm, 45.9mm L2L 20mm Lug width Dome Sapphire w/AR 20bar (200m) WR Automatic Seiko 6R35 - 70hr PR @ 3Hz (21,600vph) Beat-rate Hamilton...
Omega - Seamaster Professional Diver 300M NTTD (No Time to Die) 007 Edition, Titanium SMP Goodness!
Переглядів 2,2 тис.День тому
www.belmontwatches.com/products/omega-seamaster-300m-007-titanium-210-90-42-20-01-001-nttd-copy-1 • Closing thoughts: o On wrist - Wears like a true-to-size 42mm, light-weight but not insubstantial, well balanced and sport wear profile with just enough heft to remind you that you have something special on the wrist o Model Variants - There’s a sea of other Seamaster’s to choose from but this on...
Spinnaker - Bradner GMT, Automatic Seiko Instruments (SII) NH34 ‘Caller’ GMT under $500, New Colors!
Переглядів 1,1 тис.14 днів тому
spinnaker-watches.com/collections/bradner/products/bradner-gmt-automatic-beige-linen-sp-5121-77 • Closing thoughts: o On wrist - Bold wear, tons of presence and personality, clear sporty-retro vibe o Model Variants - Checkout links in the description for options and availability o Comparable models - Tons of competition thanks the accessibility of the NH34 movement o Bottom-line - Spinnaker sma...
Wise - Adamascus AD8 Premium 904L Diver on Bracelet with Toolless Micro-adjustable clasp
Переглядів 1,9 тис.14 днів тому
wisetimepiece.com/collections/adamascus/products/adamascus-ad810a-stainless-904l-bracelet-set • Closing thoughts: o On wrist - Silky smooth, low-slug wear, looks and feels as close to perfect as I’ve ever experienced  The fit and finish are truly impressive o Model Variants - Check the links in the description for full options and availability o Comparable models - This diver is right up there...
Vulcain - Skindiver Nautique Bronze & Black, Oris Divers Sixty-Five Bronze Killer?
Переглядів 1,2 тис.14 днів тому
vulcain.ch/products/skindiver-bronze-black?variant=48195637936321 • Closing thoughts: o On wrist - Handsom retro profile, compact without feeling undersized o Model Variants - Also available with grey dial in bronze case or various dial color combos in steel cases (with their new steel bracelet), and even a few new gold coated steel options as well  Check the links in the description for full ...
40mm Cushion Cases: Panerai Luminor Quaranta PAM1371 vs. Fears Brunswick 40 Topper Edition Series II
Переглядів 1 тис.14 днів тому
www.belmontwatches.com/collections/modern-watches/products/panerai-luminor-marina-pam1371 www.belmontwatches.com/collections/modern-watches/products/fears-brunswick-40-topper-edition-series-ii-whiteout-dial Battle of the 40mm Cushion Cases, which model would you choose between the two? While neither are models that I've personally been searching out, I have to say after experiencing them both i...
RZE - HexEdge Ti, Micro-Carry Grade 5 Titanium Frame-Lock Flipper; Production Follow Up Review
Переглядів 28121 день тому
www.rzewatches.com/products/rze-hexedge-ti • Closing thoughts: o In hand/Ergonomics - Nice ergonomics, smaller but still a nice 2-3 finger grip  Jimping helps locking your hand in o Action - Smooth/fast open/close  Ball-bearing pivot washers  Nice flipper geometry w/functional jimping  No lock-stick, due to blade coating, so no Hardened Steel on Ti contact o In pocket - Lays flat, unobtrusi...
Baltany - 'Affordable Retro NH34 GMT Automatic' S6073AB, Impressive $200 Tudor Black Bay Pro Homage
Переглядів 95821 день тому
Baltany - 'Affordable Retro NH34 GMT Automatic' S6073AB, Impressive $200 Tudor Black Bay Pro Homage
Forstner - Contemporary Flat Link Bracelet; MUST-HAVE for Omega Owners? In-Depth Review and Insight
Переглядів 1,1 тис.21 день тому
Forstner - Contemporary Flat Link Bracelet; MUST-HAVE for Omega Owners? In-Depth Review and Insight
Chronometer Check (Web shop) - Strap Showcase; From YouTube Reviewer to Online Strap Dealer
Переглядів 50221 день тому
Chronometer Check (Web shop) - Strap Showcase; From UA-cam Reviewer to Online Strap Dealer
Vaer - G5 Meridian Navy/Red - 39mm USA GMT, Vaerry Nice Miyota 9075 powered option under $1000
Переглядів 81928 днів тому
Vaer - G5 Meridian Navy/Red - 39mm USA GMT, Vaerry Nice Miyota 9075 powered option under $1000
Nordic Marine Instruments - SØVÆRN Fuldmåne Prototype Preview, Full Lume Peach/Salmon Dial?
Переглядів 1,8 тис.Місяць тому
Nordic Marine Instruments - SØVÆRN Fuldmåne Prototype Preview, Full Lume Peach/Salmon Dial?
Nodus - Contrail (Flyer) GMT, The Brand's Best Watch Yet, Raises the Bar Once Again!
Переглядів 1,9 тис.Місяць тому
Nodus - Contrail (Flyer) GMT, The Brand's Best Watch Yet, Raises the Bar Once Again!
Ocean to Orbit - Lhotse Prototype Preview, The Next Great Swiss Made Expedition Watch!
Переглядів 3,2 тис.Місяць тому
Ocean to Orbit - Lhotse Prototype Preview, The Next Great Swiss Made Expedition Watch!
Vaer - A3 Field White USA Auto 36mm, A Mid-Size Field Watch That Deserves to be On Your Radar!
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Vaer - A3 Field White USA Auto 36mm, A Mid-Size Field Watch That Deserves to be On Your Radar!
[18mm] Hirsch Arne 'Sailcloth' Strap Perfectly Paired to the Omega Speedmaster 'Reduced' 3510.50
Переглядів 1,2 тис.Місяць тому
[18mm] Hirsch Arne 'Sailcloth' Strap Perfectly Paired to the Omega Speedmaster 'Reduced' 3510.50
Seiko 5 - 'SNXS Series' line Overview SRPK87, SRPK89, SRPK91; 2024 Pleasant Suprise Release
Переглядів 13 тис.Місяць тому
Seiko 5 - 'SNXS Series' line Overview SRPK87, SRPK89, SRPK91; 2024 Pleasant Suprise Release
Erebus - Ascent Prototype Preview, Just One More Microbrand Watch!
Переглядів 10 тис.Місяць тому
Erebus - Ascent Prototype Preview, Just One More Microbrand Watch!
LIBERUM - DMD001 Follow-up; $250 Modular Thermo-Plastic Elastomer with Integrated Polyurethane strap
Переглядів 490Місяць тому
LIBERUM - DMD001 Follow-up; $250 Modular Thermo-Plastic Elastomer with Integrated Polyurethane strap
[Neo-Vintage] Omega - Railmaster 2503.52.00 (Aqua Terra), Low-Key Rolex Explorer I Alternative
Переглядів 2,8 тис.Місяць тому
[Neo-Vintage] Omega - Railmaster 2503.52.00 (Aqua Terra), Low-Key Rolex Explorer I Alternative
The Curious Case of the Tudor Black Bay: Almost Too Good? Plus, Modern Seiko 62MAS Comparisons
Переглядів 4,2 тис.Місяць тому
The Curious Case of the Tudor Black Bay: Almost Too Good? Plus, Modern Seiko 62MAS Comparisons
RZE - Resolute Pro, Best GADA Watch for the Money? Hard-coated Titanium Adventure Watch Done Right!
Переглядів 2 тис.Місяць тому
RZE - Resolute Pro, Best GADA Watch for the Money? Hard-coated Titanium Adventure Watch Done Right!
Traska - Freediver 5th Generation; Fifth Time's the Charm for this Standout Microbrand Dive Watch?
Переглядів 2,2 тис.Місяць тому
Traska - Freediver 5th Generation; Fifth Time's the Charm for this Standout Microbrand Dive Watch?

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @watchboxer
    @watchboxer 6 годин тому

    2220.80 pretty good, worth collecting

  • @zoomified7569
    @zoomified7569 9 годин тому

    When will it be back in stock? Thanks!

  • @Leftystrat
    @Leftystrat 9 годин тому

    Love the 2226.80 James Bond with the swirl on dial. Blue beauty from 2004 , best era for seamasters imho

  • @AulioD
    @AulioD 9 годин тому

    @averagebros will this watch hold its value ?

  • @TugboatBillSimpson
    @TugboatBillSimpson 10 годин тому

    I've got the A11 from Thorne. I paid $130 for it and it absolutely blew me away. By far one of my favorite watches in my big collection of mostly "expensive" watches. It was my first Chinese watch purchase and I couldn't be happier. Sapphire, feel, finishing, lume, its all an A+

  • @michaelcoleman7260
    @michaelcoleman7260 13 годин тому

    Great review Mark. Got 2 of these today. A 20 and a 22. Just put the 22mm on my Arnie and you’re absolutely right, looks great and feels so comfortable. Thanks StrapHabit!

  • @danielgillrup9518
    @danielgillrup9518 16 годин тому

    Just waiting on a return to Farer to pop in the account and a black Essence 39 is in the cards

  • @charleshowarth8461
    @charleshowarth8461 22 години тому

    No comparison on the movement. Hamilton 80 hrs more accurate but I lik the seiko better.

  • @GrumblingForesight
    @GrumblingForesight 23 години тому

    The best iteration of the Brosnan style Seamaster 300ms in my book. Still looking to find one in a nice condition to call my own.

  • @CTizer
    @CTizer День тому

    The only seamaster thats took my fancy- really nice example 👍

  • @BoslyELee
    @BoslyELee День тому

    Love my light grey tropic strap I bought from Holbens.

  • @j.taveras8447
    @j.taveras8447 День тому

    “Before G-Shock, watches were seen as delicate instruments”…..incredibly false statement. The Swiss were making ultra durable and reliable watches before the G-Shocks and many of those watches are actually still here today and even worth 10-15x there original price. Let’s not be ignorant or misinformed then perpetuating that to viewers.

  • @indeedentertainment
    @indeedentertainment День тому

    It looks great, I think its worth the extra money instead of the Orient Kamasu I was looking at

  • @AulioD
    @AulioD День тому

    Will this watch hold its value?

  • @jacob.barrette
    @jacob.barrette День тому

    Buyer beware! Vulcain has huge quality control issues and don’t honour their warranty. I’ve been ghosted for over 6 months for my defective Skindiver Nautique

  • @fahedalzain2992
    @fahedalzain2992 День тому

    I just buy it but why no 10th years anniversary in automatic word on your watch and why no number of limited in the back like the one I bought?

  • @martina6212
    @martina6212 День тому

    What model number is that seiko 5?

  • @tonyveliz6948
    @tonyveliz6948 День тому

    I just ordered this watch for $400, and have been doing some research on it online, and watching videos. Super excited for it to arrive. I wish it still had the engraved case back, and the work alpinist in the dial.

  • @timchan334
    @timchan334 День тому

    Its Silver, not white😂

  • @roepetoepa
    @roepetoepa 2 дні тому

    The real question is when in the hell these guys are finally going to come out with their short strap version they've been promising for over 4 years now... I went with Joseph Bonnie instead and haven't regretted it, much better dimensions.

  • @robertmalyants3311
    @robertmalyants3311 2 дні тому

    Night time gonna use cellphone -not big deal.And this automatic watches where is warranty this watches not stop working night time???Wow ! we don't know 😂But wathes look very attractive and nice.Certina one of the best company.Good Luck for everybody!!!!

  • @watches202
    @watches202 2 дні тому

    I like how you gently downplay the negatives in your videos.👋👋👋

  • @JeffreyMcMahon
    @JeffreyMcMahon 2 дні тому

    I love this Slim Turtle on the anthracite Tropic. I'm jealous.

    • @AverageBros
      @AverageBros 2 дні тому

      A Seiko on a Tropic, I should have known!

  • @captainfatbat9557
    @captainfatbat9557 2 дні тому

    Chonky but nice

  • @matthewtunnicliffe201
    @matthewtunnicliffe201 2 дні тому

    I'm really impressed with these, especially the blue dial model.

  • @gtsongor82
    @gtsongor82 3 дні тому

    Did everyone face quality issues with this watch? I had to take mine to a watchmaker for cleaning, as there was a speck of paint pealed off from the dial wondering around under the crystal. The watchmaker also told me that I should rather not swim with this watch as the water resistant is questionable. Did anyone swim with it?

  • @macguyverson9370
    @macguyverson9370 3 дні тому

    Have you tried one on a mm200?

  • @RandallSlick
    @RandallSlick 3 дні тому

    It's a lovely looking thing, but good god, that brand name? It reminds me of early Christopher Wards. I'd buy one if it wasn't for that. Oboe to Orifice? Ocelot to Onanism? What went through the owners' brains? I realise settling on a brand name must be a devil, but still. Such a shame because it really looks quite special.

  • @Chris-de2qc
    @Chris-de2qc 3 дні тому

    light gray for spring/summer, dark grey for fall/winter.

  • @alanszabojr
    @alanszabojr 3 дні тому

    I've picked up maybe 8 of these now from Holbens. Love them on everything I put them on.

  • @Brynn-be9zr
    @Brynn-be9zr 3 дні тому

    Wow for the cost and the claims of “premium” quality I am surprised to see that flashing on the keeper. Makes it look cheap.

  • @bryansamuel9427
    @bryansamuel9427 3 дні тому

    I just love my aquascaphe. I have the same exact one in the video. Planning to get the GMT as well.

  • @dukes70
    @dukes70 3 дні тому

    Love the old StrapHabit waffle before they made them all quick release.

  • @uslutv7657
    @uslutv7657 3 дні тому

    Waoo

  • @aesric
    @aesric 3 дні тому

    Bezel action isnt good

  • @etebol
    @etebol 3 дні тому

    I won’t buy any rubber straps w/o the waffle pattern on the inside. Without it, rubber and silicon straps just make me sweat way too much. Thanks for showcasing Tropic I do think they make great watch straps.

    • @Not-a-bot222
      @Not-a-bot222 3 дні тому

      If you haven’t yet, check DiveCore’s HP straps. I’ve had one in my SPB237 and SLA047 for quite some time.

  • @toddfleury7324
    @toddfleury7324 3 дні тому

    Do they smell like delicious candy?

    • @AverageBros
      @AverageBros 3 дні тому

      closer to delicious playdough, lol

  • @gregalonzo747
    @gregalonzo747 3 дні тому

    I prefer the darker gray. It brings out the dial.

  • @SmurfPerfect
    @SmurfPerfect 3 дні тому

    Any advice on how to be certain I’m buying the updated version with the rolled ends? I have the old flat end version and honestly it looks awful

    • @AverageBros
      @AverageBros 3 дні тому

      you can always check with the vendor before ordering but all new inventory since 2022 has been with the updated edge, so you should be good, unless shopping on eBay where it could be old stock at a discounted price

  • @jusoongsun3532
    @jusoongsun3532 3 дні тому

    the smaller wristed folks need a shorter version, is this even being entertained?

    • @Bu-22
      @Bu-22 3 дні тому

      I’m a “smaller waisted folk” and I can wear a tropic strap without any issues.

  • @TheFuturisticVintage
    @TheFuturisticVintage 3 дні тому

    that grey is nice!

  • @vishuk
    @vishuk 3 дні тому

    Are the watch hands black or am I just blind? I often see on youtube white dials with black hands but when I go to purchase on sites its always white dials with white hands.....

    • @AverageBros
      @AverageBros 3 дні тому

      The hands are metallic, just reflecting off of a black camera lens in a dark room (lighting sources are off to the left and right)

  • @EdmundPorter-ju8kd
    @EdmundPorter-ju8kd 3 дні тому

    Like both colors. I have a Tag & a Tissot that would love those if they did 21mm. Oh well

    • @AverageBros
      @AverageBros 3 дні тому

      The 22mm width can easily be squeezed into a 21mm lug, I personally use one of their 20mm on a 19mm lug, one of the benefits of how supple the material is.

    • @EdmundPorter-ju8kd
      @EdmundPorter-ju8kd 3 дні тому

      @@AverageBros thanks. I’ve not had much success doing that, even with some NATO’s. But maybe worth another try. I’m

    • @stevefaiello3321
      @stevefaiello3321 3 дні тому

      I squeeze a similar 20mm Tropic strap into the 19mm lug of my Citizen and it works fine. There's a bit of rub at first, but it takes a set quickly. You just have to swap out the spring bars.

  • @jaredstephenson6468
    @jaredstephenson6468 4 дні тому

    That pricing is insane to then be put on a Seiko. Totally worth it for a Glashutte or a Blancpain dive watch, but a Seiko!?

  • @DookeyRidr
    @DookeyRidr 4 дні тому

    Rick Marei-despite some critics-definitely knows watches, and knows what watch buyers want. And bravo to him for resurrecting Aquastar & Synchron, and doing it right. I’d buy the Aquastar simply for the La Joux-Perret G100 movement, much better than anything ETA and Sellita have to offer.

  • @stevefaiello3321
    @stevefaiello3321 4 дні тому

    This looks like it came out of the same mold that Joseph Bonnie, Wolbrook, and a few others make their Tropic straps from, which is nice because they're excellent. Looks like Tropic offers more colors than anyone else too. Maybe I'll buy my next from them!

  • @Griffin1994
    @Griffin1994 4 дні тому

    This is a funny coincidence. I ordered the light grey version yesterday for my GO SeaQ in green because it will play nicely with the white lume

  • @flyingrocket3879
    @flyingrocket3879 4 дні тому

    I need to get a spb143