Watch Buying Challenge: Best Dive Watch Under 1k, 5k and 10k.

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  • čas přidán 21. 01. 2023
  • We have to find the Best Dive Watch under £1000, Best Dive Watch under £5000 and Best Dive Watch Under £10,000.
    Support our podcast and grab some merch: abouteffingtime.net/
    Rolex, Omega, Paneria, Casio G-Shock, Glashuette Original, Jaeger Lecoultre,
    #Rolex #Omega #GShock

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  • @LYFSTYLco
    @LYFSTYLco Před rokem +206

    You guys nailed this episode. All episodes should be outside the studio, and more lifestyle content like this.

    • @marcusflack1523
      @marcusflack1523 Před rokem +11

      I gotta be honest. The fresh air was most enjoyable. And yes the plan is for more of this type of mayhem for the future.

    • @dsguidolin
      @dsguidolin Před rokem +2

      Totally agree

    • @BarkandJack
      @BarkandJack Před rokem +12

      This was the most enjoyable (and frustrating) episode to shoot.

    • @louischua3651
      @louischua3651 Před rokem +3

      Not too much! Else it will be too exhaustive for the gentlemen. We want effing time to last a lifetime!

    • @light1531
      @light1531 Před rokem

      Watch porn for the week!

  • @JustLikesWatches
    @JustLikesWatches Před rokem +103

    Took Mr Bamford all of a few seconds to make the episode non-child friendly. Don't ever change George 😄

  • @aleksandertobiassen9867
    @aleksandertobiassen9867 Před rokem +213

    You guys are the Top Gear of watches! What we've all been waiting for.

    • @marcusflack1523
      @marcusflack1523 Před rokem +8

      One day we will do the reveal of who is the Masked watch maker. And boy of boy are you going to be surprized! Thanks for the comment Aleksander.

    • @wisamal-hakim5531
      @wisamal-hakim5531 Před rokem +3

      @@marcusflack1523 I think I have an inkling who it could be

    • @StephenMorganCanada
      @StephenMorganCanada Před rokem

      Thus the strings on the wrist of the most annoying host.

    • @DXPetti
      @DXPetti Před rokem

      This is immediately what came to mind during S1. Glad to see we are already getting adventures

    • @A_Brion
      @A_Brion Před rokem +1

      Seems like that's exactly what they're going for

  • @bunyawikaisuksakul
    @bunyawikaisuksakul Před rokem +53

    Andrew rules this episode !! His journey of finding the right one is so exciting. He found many interesting choices, but in his mind he knew it wasn't the right one. Love the way he keeps running to new stores. That Seamaster is gorgeous, and truly a champion in this episode. Great job Andrew 👏👏🎉🎉

    • @AboutEffingTime
      @AboutEffingTime  Před rokem +2

      That’s too kind Yuqui! I just know the exacting standards our excellent people hold us too and I knew I hadn’t met em!

    • @gustavosanchez5444
      @gustavosanchez5444 Před rokem +2

      This is an andrew burner account

    • @WestCoastAce27
      @WestCoastAce27 Před rokem +2

      True. But that price pt is by far the easiest. And he didn’t even stop by Tudor.

  • @tonydixon7949
    @tonydixon7949 Před rokem +47

    Andrew had my heart in his hands with every different store!! I loved that he wouldn’t settle and kept pushing!

    • @georgetsang5780
      @georgetsang5780 Před rokem

      Are you the same Tony Dixon I knew from way back?

    • @tonydixon7949
      @tonydixon7949 Před rokem +1

      @@georgetsang5780 I donno :-) ,did you go to school in Singapore?

    • @georgetsang295
      @georgetsang295 Před rokem +1

      @@tonydixon7949 Nope. The Tony I knew was both classmate and colleague in Canada. Cheers.

    • @tonydixon7949
      @tonydixon7949 Před rokem +1

      @@georgetsang295ahh sorry, hope you do find him one day

  • @Malik-zi2td
    @Malik-zi2td Před rokem +53

    I feel everything to this point has been building to an episode like this, and boy was it worth the wait. Nailed it gents!

  • @gervers
    @gervers Před rokem +59

    No one’s mentioned Seiko for the under £1k? That G-Shock is immense though but that whole episode was simply superb! Worthy winner from Andrew but if only that JLC was in stock! What a battle that would have been!!!! Thank you for a great Sunday afternoon programme! Have great weeks ahead one and all!

    • @AboutEffingTime
      @AboutEffingTime  Před rokem +2

      🙌

    • @marcusflack1523
      @marcusflack1523 Před rokem +2

      Awesome to have you allong the journey Gervers. I think Georges fast trip made for great tention in the ep. very entertaining, and yes I agree. there are loads of amazing choices under 1k. We will explore more in the fure. Cheers bro

    • @michaadamski8727
      @michaadamski8727 Před rokem +21

      Diver under 1k screams Seiko. They own this price point plus have the heritage!

    • @iaincook4672
      @iaincook4672 Před rokem +1

      Problem with Seiko is you can’t use them for diving. Why? Bezel never aligns.

    • @BarkandJack
      @BarkandJack Před rokem +4

      I was shocked the Polaris had a 6 month wait. Really is a stunning watch.

  • @davesrc_crawling8349
    @davesrc_crawling8349 Před rokem +18

    This was a fun episode, but I felt that GB could have tried harder. Nothing wrong with G-Shock, but there are a dozen Seikos I would have opted for above the Frogman.
    Adrian made some great choices, and had that 'seaweed' Seamaster not have been available, he would have won it for me. But that £5k price bracket is the Goldilocks range and probably had the best selection of readily available watches for the general public.

  • @thevalet2011
    @thevalet2011 Před rokem +40

    This is probably the best episode of About Effing Time. I wish you did this challenge again in Geneva.
    Yes Andrew won here, that green Omega Seamaster no words! Adrian and George gave compelling alternatives. Please do this again with chronographs.

    • @marcusflack1523
      @marcusflack1523 Před rokem

      Bloody hell your right doing a Geneva Erskin would be awesome!

    • @thevalet2011
      @thevalet2011 Před rokem

      Btw, another Italian watch brand that we should look at is Locman. They have great dive watches at quite an affordable price.

  • @marcgirard7551
    @marcgirard7551 Před rokem +7

    This was a great episode. Very cool to have a shopping challenge like this and it gets you three and us really taking watches in a real way. Love it!

    • @marcusflack1523
      @marcusflack1523 Před rokem +1

      Marc you make an excellent point. It does really make it all that much more real hey

  • @joachimalfonsodompor
    @joachimalfonsodompor Před rokem +2

    Amazing episode, gents. It sometimes feels like watch-related content are more or less the same nowadays, but you’ve introduced something so fresh by incorporating the retail purchase experience to your top caliber podcast. Bravo!

  • @martinboulden4388
    @martinboulden4388 Před rokem +22

    This channel just gets better and better. Please don’t stop ! ❤

    • @marcusflack1523
      @marcusflack1523 Před rokem +2

      martin boulden you are most welcome and we aim to okeep lifting. The more we get support from people such as you the more we get encouraged to push harder. Thanks for the tyre pump man!!!

  • @shanahankevin87
    @shanahankevin87 Před rokem +41

    The only thing wrong with this episode is that it wasn’t longer! Brilliant content, favorite show by far.

    • @marcusflack1523
      @marcusflack1523 Před rokem +2

      Glad it’s hitting the mark for you. More to come.

  • @wangupicha
    @wangupicha Před rokem +34

    I think Squale is a decent Italian owned watch company. They have great history and they crossed path with many important brands like Heuer, Doxa and blancpain.They changed direction now and stopped doing homages and they have been focusing a lot more on their heritage models. I thinks they offer great value for money products. My 1521 wear fantastically to be a 50atmos diver and imo looks stunning.

  • @thatbentoguy
    @thatbentoguy Před rokem

    It's about effing time you guys did an episode with this format! I love it! Hoping to see more excursions and challenges from the boys

  • @dalewood6361
    @dalewood6361 Před rokem +12

    This was like the OG Top Gear but with great watches, well done guys

  • @ImDom99
    @ImDom99 Před rokem +8

    Best episode so far - more of these challenges please! That hour flew

    • @marcusflack1523
      @marcusflack1523 Před rokem

      Oh its got us thinking hard Dom. We will aim to lift more.

  • @matthewstrobelt564
    @matthewstrobelt564 Před rokem +22

    Such a sick episode. Cannot imagine the experience of going to watch stores like that, so cool. Makes me want to travel and just do a day of watch shopping!!

    • @BarkandJack
      @BarkandJack Před rokem +2

      London and Bond Street in particular is great for watch shopping.

  • @sebastien6483
    @sebastien6483 Před rokem +2

    Such a cool format. I love the way this challenge altered the nature of your conversation. I didn't expect that subtlety.
    Sort of on topic. I was enjoying my tranquil bubble of Tag hate but you lot keep talking them up. Since you engineered my curiosity I tried on a night diver earlier this week... and now I NEED it. I am beside myself in rage.

  • @MrLewisWhale
    @MrLewisWhale Před rokem

    Really enjoyed this episode. Every show is great, but the challenge and the footage of you guys out in the boutiques made this the best episode in a while.

  • @robertsimpson6128
    @robertsimpson6128 Před rokem +3

    Best video yet, love the walk-about watch-search format. Also nice to see Bond street ADs and the guys in their “natural habitat .” Good stuff. 🏆😎

    • @marcusflack1523
      @marcusflack1523 Před rokem

      I loved shooting this ep. Was fun to explore that side of london. Great to have you here Robert

  • @josephcavallaro4835
    @josephcavallaro4835 Před rokem +5

    Unbelievably entertaining guys, told so many friends & family to watch, can’t wait to watch the next episode

  • @jorge-mendes
    @jorge-mendes Před rokem +4

    One of the best episodes that you made, love it, and I also loved the Mr Jones Watches. Great job !!

  • @georgepinchbeck4525
    @georgepinchbeck4525 Před rokem

    This is by far my favourite episode yet. I absolutely loved this concept and you guys as always made it more fun that anyone else could ever do.
    You are my favourite watch podcast in the Hive👊

  • @davidprice9968
    @davidprice9968 Před rokem +9

    Really looking forward to the Therapy session. I think it could be as good as the actual episode. So much to unpack here. Seiko would have been the choice for under a £1000 tho.

  • @BenMwatches
    @BenMwatches Před rokem +3

    Best episode by far - love the journey descriptions Andrew and Adrian.
    George lift your game mate

  • @samuelkim1546
    @samuelkim1546 Před rokem +1

    This episode was so cool… love that they took this so competitive. Please please do this challenge with other types of watches

  • @lucienokill1315
    @lucienokill1315 Před rokem +1

    What a whole bag of fun this one was - as a lifelong fan of a good diver - you've provided me many minutes of reviewing and ruminating when I should really be doing something that will help me pay for them!!!!🤣🤣🤣🤣

  • @gregm4259
    @gregm4259 Před rokem +7

    I haven’t even finished the episode yet, and this is one of your best!! Y’all are becoming the Clarkson, Hammond and May of watches!!!

    • @marcusflack1523
      @marcusflack1523 Před rokem +1

      Bloody finally Greg. We get to chat. Awesome to have you on board for the journey. lots more to come.

    • @gregm4259
      @gregm4259 Před rokem +1

      Y’all and the AFT crew are some of the most fun I’ve had in my watch fascination. I’m a total metal head and the vibe of the show is right up my alley!

  • @watchmewatch9
    @watchmewatch9 Před rokem +4

    Really wonderful episode and Andrew's storytelling is second to none and George's, almost childish love and energy, is infectious. Mr. Boring keeps the team grounded and always has great insights. Keep up the superb and creative content Lads.

  • @bartcanuck734
    @bartcanuck734 Před 6 měsíci

    Watched like 5 episodes so far and wonder where I have been?? this channel is so good. I am captivated, keeps my interest start to finish.

  • @allenmontrasio8962
    @allenmontrasio8962 Před rokem +1

    Absolutely love this format. Yours is the only content over 30 minutes I ever watch.

  • @ritethumstik
    @ritethumstik Před rokem +5

    Andrew's tale was absolutely enrapturing!!! Good on you all, I loved this video. What fun!

  • @canadianwatchmonkey3992
    @canadianwatchmonkey3992 Před rokem +5

    OMG the pause when you told the boyZ that you got the GREEN Omega SMP. Lol

    • @AboutEffingTime
      @AboutEffingTime  Před rokem +1

      🤣🤣 partly Marcus’ editing

    • @marcusflack1523
      @marcusflack1523 Před rokem

      @@AboutEffingTime OI......it was ALL Marcuses editing.....but legit there was a long pause there. hahahaha

  • @marthaholland3251
    @marthaholland3251 Před rokem

    My favorite episode yet! You three just keep getting better and better. Please do more challenges like this one!

  • @stuberberich2518
    @stuberberich2518 Před rokem +1

    This was super fun to watch. First off, love seeing London in this way. More of that! Secondly, this was just a gem of an episode. It felt authentic and very well produced. You guys are getting into a rhythm.

  • @Chrismoe7
    @Chrismoe7 Před rokem +5

    brilliant content - the best AET episode so far hands down!

  • @russellekins2799
    @russellekins2799 Před rokem +12

    This is what Sundays are all about! Kick back and watch the lads have some fun and chat about what we love to hear 😀

  • @RedwoodAggie
    @RedwoodAggie Před rokem +1

    I loved the different style of this episode. It was a lot of fun and I felt the frustration when a certain watch was too expensive or not available. Keep up the great work!

    • @AboutEffingTime
      @AboutEffingTime  Před rokem +1

      The journey of this hobby in micro scale 😮‍💨😮‍💨

  • @ohn1234567
    @ohn1234567 Před rokem +6

    Would love to see sequels to this episode, just with other types of watches (flieger, dress, chronograph)!

    • @marcusflack1523
      @marcusflack1523 Před rokem

      Pretty sure thats gonna happen Oliver. Stay tuned. Yessssss

  • @matthewmckenney7230
    @matthewmckenney7230 Před rokem +3

    Nice work Gentleman! Episode was fun! I think it was brilliant that you each got categories that challenged you each in different ways! The deep sea was awesome and of course NOT AVAILABLE 😂

    • @marcusflack1523
      @marcusflack1523 Před rokem

      And I loved seeing George in action. Was super fun to run alomng with him.

    • @matthewmckenney7230
      @matthewmckenney7230 Před rokem +1

      @@marcusflack1523 George was so confident! Was good to see him hand the win over Andrew. You did a great job editing the show…..good storyline and fun to watch. Kept us guessing!

  • @waylonmuscat89
    @waylonmuscat89 Před rokem +1

    What a brilliant episode!! Super fun, love the format… keep them coming 😊

    • @BarkandJack
      @BarkandJack Před rokem

      Glad you liked it. This was the most fun to record so far. 👍🏻

  • @matth4680
    @matth4680 Před rokem +2

    Great episode no doubt the best I’ve seen yet. Throughly enjoyed every minute. Well done guys and thanks to you all. 🔥👏👍

  • @ryejack
    @ryejack Před rokem +3

    Until this episode, I didn't know much about Maurice De Mauriac watches. Seeing your experience, other watch brands should take notice. It's that personal experience where a company goes out of their way to make a customer feel welcome that creates life-long clients. It's moments like that make one want to support a company. Looking through their website now, I've definitely added them to my list of brands to watch (no pun intended lol ).

  • @mattsol1138
    @mattsol1138 Před rokem

    Yep this is a great format now. Such a different dynamic to the competitors with going out into the real world and genuinely being engaging. This hopefully will become your isp. Keep up the great work!

  • @mchitha
    @mchitha Před rokem

    Pretty cool to be honest, didn’t think I would like it but here I am finishing the video . Great job guys! Keep the challenges going

  • @lane2063
    @lane2063 Před rokem +7

    Great episode with fantastic examples. It wouldn’t have bothered me if you had chosen a “waitlist” example for your number two. Omega is the winning choice but I’ll go with the green Seamaster from a wearability perspective, plus that dial is gorgeous. Not sure I could’ve left the store without that watch on my wrist.

    • @AboutEffingTime
      @AboutEffingTime  Před rokem

      💚💚💚

    • @marcusflack1523
      @marcusflack1523 Před rokem

      the only reason Andrew didnt was they were closing and we had to finish the episode. Thanks for your comment Lane.

    • @lane2063
      @lane2063 Před rokem

      @@marcusflack1523 I heard him say that, wasn’t sure how genuine it was since they also “advertised” the piece to viewers as ready to buy.

  • @jamesbaum9775
    @jamesbaum9775 Před rokem +6

    Great episode guys! It was a really well documented journey. I think Capt Boring found the winner with the Polaris but I can’t believe there is a 7 month waiting period for this at the time of filming! I picked up my JLC green Polaris back in October and pretty much haven’t taken it off since. It is an absolutely stunning watch in person and much like the Omega green Seamaster the press shots don”t do it justice. You guys are right on about the customer service at Omega though, from my experience they really do go above and beyond.

    • @marcusflack1523
      @marcusflack1523 Před rokem +1

      Yeah that JLC is the sleeper winner for me also. Its the watch you get when you are not crying out for attention but the poeple who know....just know. stunning here. Thansk for watching James. More to come

    • @jamesbaum9775
      @jamesbaum9775 Před rokem

      @@marcusflack1523 Can’t wait for the next episode, keep up the great work Marcus!

  • @Whatisallthisfor949
    @Whatisallthisfor949 Před rokem +2

    Really fun episode as you went out into real shops in London! More of this kind of episode

  • @EM-sp5cy
    @EM-sp5cy Před rokem

    I’m new to the watch world and this show is one of the most fun and informational videos out there!!! Thank you!

  • @babindinda9414
    @babindinda9414 Před rokem +3

    I absolutely this style of content!!!! Please please please do more!!!

  • @ginalopez2641
    @ginalopez2641 Před rokem +3

    Best episode yet! I love the BYOI segment too. I visited Farer, in the UK, last year and next will be Mr. Jones.

    • @AboutEffingTime
      @AboutEffingTime  Před rokem

      👏🏻👏🏻

    • @marcusflack1523
      @marcusflack1523 Před rokem +1

      That playfulness of Mr Jones watches is super engaging huh. Would be a great gift for someone as well. rather than a swatch.

  • @PJM16
    @PJM16 Před rokem

    One of the top episodes for sure. Great combination of ribbing each other, competition, “shouty” George, and challenging each others’ opinions. LOVE the show, guys!!

    • @marcusflack1523
      @marcusflack1523 Před rokem

      I concure with those words indeed. Thanks for chiming in Phillip. Nice to have you on the journey with us

  • @stuartlee3827
    @stuartlee3827 Před rokem +1

    Effing love your content guys, you've just got yourself a new subscriber.
    A question for you - where did you get your studio wall clocks from? The Ventura one, in particular.

  • @c8bbr
    @c8bbr Před rokem +3

    Best episode to date. Well done guys

  • @carstenjensen7922
    @carstenjensen7922 Před rokem +3

    Awesome episode. Great choice Andrew - from a very happy owner of an Omega “Seaweed”. Has to be seen irl to do it justice, as the green is just perfect 👍 - I persuaded my AD to sell me the only one they had in stock, and had received for months 😊

  • @briteppr62
    @briteppr62 Před rokem +2

    Guys, effing great episode. I love it! More like this please. ✌️

  • @danielcalvocamacho4538

    I really think this is the best watch related CZcams Channel around. Great work guys!

  • @GwydionLlyrEvans
    @GwydionLlyrEvans Před rokem +4

    Another banger lads, cheers for making my Sunday far better.

  • @donmongoose
    @donmongoose Před rokem +4

    Quality episode lads, hope to see more of these challenges in future seasons. Also that JLC is stunning, easy winner, shame about availability.

  • @NikolausHirsch
    @NikolausHirsch Před rokem +2

    Gentlemen this was an incredible episode 👏👏👏. Felt like a true professional TV-Show. Well done. Suspense until the end. The green Seamaster was a fantastic choice! Thoroughly enjoyed the episode.

  • @StuBaileyPhoto
    @StuBaileyPhoto Před rokem +2

    Such a brilliant episode!! 🔥 More challenges on the horizon I hope 👌

  • @wisamal-hakim5531
    @wisamal-hakim5531 Před rokem +4

    This. Was. Wicked.
    Brilliant episode.
    Andrew’s journey was amazing.
    Adrian clinical and accurate as always, shame about that Polaris that’s the one for me it was amazing.
    GB, why not have head down to the new seiko boutique on Bond Street? Upstairs they’ve got loads of sub £1k seiko divers, missed opportunity!
    Really fun thank you

    • @marcusflack1523
      @marcusflack1523 Před rokem

      Wisam Al-Hakim - it was wicked huh. We loved making it and its all really worth it when we read comments like yours. SUper encouraging.

    • @wisamal-hakim5531
      @wisamal-hakim5531 Před rokem

      Just tap it in….

  • @khronokraze
    @khronokraze Před rokem +3

    What a great episode. I feel almost as exhausted as you guys running around town to find THE best dive watches... But, In a good way cause that sure seemed like a lot of fun. Best incentive to get some cardio and out of the office time to stretch out.

    • @AboutEffingTime
      @AboutEffingTime  Před rokem +1

      Akash and I did 10k steps 😮‍💨😮‍💨😮‍💨 - Andrew

    • @marcusflack1523
      @marcusflack1523 Před rokem +1

      hahahahaha now get out there and run tiger. Nice to have you with us Khrono Kraze

  • @ricardocastrellon314
    @ricardocastrellon314 Před rokem

    This was really well done and you showed me and others that watches don’t have to be expensive to be amazing! Mr Jones watch is class and art!

  • @Nexus.Achiles
    @Nexus.Achiles Před rokem

    What a brilliant episode this was. Epic quest. Some great watches shown, made me want to go out a get a piece after almost two years of abstinence.

  • @deanjohnson160
    @deanjohnson160 Před rokem +3

    51:45 ……I think Andrew nailed this with the diver 300!!! Beautiful in green…the rubber strap amazing on this watch.I thought Tudor would have been an option the pelagos FXD at just over £3000 a fantastic dive watch but is it obtainable 🤔maybe not!!

  • @matthewhelm3035
    @matthewhelm3035 Před rokem +4

    Another Italian brand besides Panerai? Bvlgari! They set so many records with the Octo Finissimo. Great episode gents. 🥃

    • @AboutEffingTime
      @AboutEffingTime  Před rokem

      This is true, but made in Switz, so didn’t think of it!

    • @matthewhelm3035
      @matthewhelm3035 Před rokem +1

      @@AboutEffingTime true but Panerai has been making its watches in Switzerland since 2020 as well. Actually both manufactured in Neufchâtel. Cheers

    • @marcusflack1523
      @marcusflack1523 Před rokem +1

      @@matthewhelm3035 I think Matthew has a point here fellas.

  • @raymondtong7446
    @raymondtong7446 Před měsícem

    Thanks for this episode's BYOI! Looking at Mr. Jones watches just bring me so much joy 😁

  • @justinlowe337
    @justinlowe337 Před rokem

    I really enjoyed this episode! I didnt realize I needed to see you guys leave the hive until this episode! That was real fun watching you guys decide on watches in specified price ranges.

  • @underthecuffofficial
    @underthecuffofficial Před rokem +4

    Quality video gents. Love a challenge! Don’t commit the top gear mistake by doing it too frequently! We don’t need a challenge every week! Loving the format and can’t wait to see how this develops. 👍😎

  • @practicewithpatrick
    @practicewithpatrick Před rokem +4

    I’m becoming a dad for the first time in May. There has been quite a bit of change going on in my life right now and finding this show has been one of the most positive changes!
    Whether I’m building things for the nursery or organizing I’m pretty much always listening to these guys and catching up on the live streams. Adrian’s story telling, Andrew’s enthusiasm and wit, and George’s eye for design have been so cool to learn from. Plus, I now feel okay continuing to save for an Aquaracer!
    Cheers!

    • @AboutEffingTime
      @AboutEffingTime  Před rokem +1

      We screen shot and shared this comment on our WhatsApp -THANK YOU - AAGM

    • @marcusflack1523
      @marcusflack1523 Před rokem +1

      As a father myself Patrick I can say welcome to the world of fatherhood. Great to hear the show is hitting the spot for you in these times of change. All the very best for you and the family as this new bundle of joy enters this world. And yeah the Aquaracer. WHich model have you got your eyes on?

    • @practicewithpatrick
      @practicewithpatrick Před rokem +1

      @@marcusflack1523 thank you, I appreciate it!
      The watch that got me into watches was the Aquaracer 300 pro in blue. I saw it while shopping for engagement rings and I was blown away by a mechanical machine being able to go down that deep in water and keep working. The Seiko SPB143 was a milestone watch for me to own, and I think the Aquaracer in blue will be the next milestone. The night diver is amazing, and if I could buy two I’d buy that as well. With my current budget I need a watch that can be a bit more boring for the everyday and nicer occasions, hence the blue.

  • @stefanh810
    @stefanh810 Před rokem +2

    best episode so far 👏🏻 and it feels like you guys are just scratching the surface…

    • @marcusflack1523
      @marcusflack1523 Před rokem +1

      indeed you are on teh money. So many ideas for the future coming your way.

  • @andrewavraam4672
    @andrewavraam4672 Před rokem +1

    Sorry for not watching live celebrating my birthday but what a great episode throughout absolutely love the JLC definitely need to check it out in green

  • @MDchaz
    @MDchaz Před rokem +5

    G-Shock is a cheat code

  • @mldj5978
    @mldj5978 Před rokem +3

    This challenge was amazing! Please do a chrono and a dress version soon!

  • @LudekVokac
    @LudekVokac Před rokem +1

    OK, this was fun! I'm not a huge divewatch fan and I thought it would be so boring, but it was really fun! It made me think which watches would I choose in those price segments. And it would be difficult for me, with one exception. And that is that Seamaster Diver 300M. Well done Andrew, well done. In general, the Seamaster Diver 300M is a watch I have a kind of weird relationship to. Because I really don't like how it looks in pictures. Any pictures. The press photos, the cool instagram shots, just any... Even the videos don't do it the justice. But in practice? Wow... How it fits on the wrist, how it plays with light, it's just perfect. I really love it and if one day I'm going to buy a luxury divewatch, one of these might just be it. Or the Tudor Pelagos 39 which migh be a bit more suitable for my small wrist. But really, would it trump the wholesomeness of the Omega? I don't think so. But we're not there yet. This category has some very interesting options there. Since I'm really not a huge traditional divewatch fan, I'd look elswhere. The 37mm Nomos Club Sport with the new bracelet has 200 meters of water resistance. That would be great. Or what about the Ming18.01. Well, you really can't get that one, so although that would be my choice, I'd take the Nomos here. The under 1 000 category would be easy for me. Just look at the Christopher Ward catalogue and what hey have there. I bought mine C65 Supercopressor for well under that and that's a divewatch to stay in my collection, I just love it. It's very original design, unique tech, just great. But these don't sell under 1K nowadays and even with the sales that CW runs every now and then it's hard to get them for under that price. So I'd look elsewhere in the catalogue and get a C60 Trident... Would I? Oh no, that's too much of a traditional divewatch for me, even with all the modern twists it has. So back to basics. And I won't "cheat" with their other 150m water resistant watches as the whole C63 Sealander line there. Well, Seiko then. Some of the "Turtle" models would do, as I love that case shape and somehow it works on my slim wrist. The biggest issue would be the 10K challenge. Because, why? Why would I buy a 10K divewatch when I already would struggle with a 5K one... But if I had to choose something? The Panerai dive models are too big for me... The Polaris? Great, but I'd happily buy 10 different Reversos before even considering this. Submariner? Come on, that obvious? Grand Seiko diver's are, again, just too big fo me, although I love that SprinDrive there. Blancpain is over the budget... Well, I gues I'd have to gi with some of the Panerais to satisfy my need for "not such a traditional looking divewatch"... Although that Ploprof idea wasn't bad either :-)

  • @GuyVanderAa
    @GuyVanderAa Před rokem +3

    Best episode so far. Just brilliant! 😎

    • @marcusflack1523
      @marcusflack1523 Před rokem +1

      fab comment. this gives us fire to go harder. thanks Guy.

    • @GuyVanderAa
      @GuyVanderAa Před rokem

      @@marcusflack1523 Don’t ever stop!

  • @watchdulum
    @watchdulum Před rokem +3

    Finally here! Hello from Bangkok Thailand! Guys i want the merch but in your site it doesnt have shipping options to thailand 😅😅 pls add it! Time for me to enjoy this ep now!

    • @marcusflack1523
      @marcusflack1523 Před rokem

      Ahhh Thailand is my happy place. I will get onto the international shipping request. Would love to make sure you can get merch over there. Thanks for watching
      Wuthichai Sachdev!!!

    • @watchdulum
      @watchdulum Před rokem

      @@marcusflack1523 thanks MARCUS!

  • @yousuf86
    @yousuf86 Před rokem

    Ha. What a relief. Watching your shots I assumed I made a mistake buying the green seamaster. Happy to have that in my collection. Liked and subscribed cheers.

  • @Rich_Lambert
    @Rich_Lambert Před rokem +2

    Just excellent...you guys are the highlight of my Sunday mornings now.

    • @marcusflack1523
      @marcusflack1523 Před rokem

      Awesome ness. just great to have you for the ride Rich.

  • @shaunpatrick8345
    @shaunpatrick8345 Před rokem +3

    The blue and white PloProf is cheaper than the Ultra Deep - £10,160. If Adrian wanted to stay within budget in the Omega boutique he should have gone for the Planet Ocean Chronograph, which is the same size case as the Ultra Deep (but thinner?) and £7,800. It definitely has presence!
    George could have had a Zodiac Super Sea Wolf on rubber for his £1k.

  • @ToddH116
    @ToddH116 Před rokem +21

    The fact that George can't think of or find a watch under $1K, other than a g-shock, shows just how out of touch he is with the (real) watch world. Andrew once again proves he's the most well-rounded watch nerd, thank you Andrew! And Adrian, good choices my man! That JLC was a stunner...
    Excellent episode, can't wait to see more like this!!

    • @guitarded27
      @guitarded27 Před rokem +4

      In all fairness to George, this challenge isn't to find any good diver under 1k, but to find one that commonly retails in brick and mortar stores in London, which rules out all the lovely interesting microbrand divers (Zelos, Halios, CWard, Yema) that sell online. You're really just stuck with Seiko or a G-shock, which limits the possibility of getting something more interesting/"non-boring".

    • @ToddH116
      @ToddH116 Před rokem

      @@guitarded27 I can think of 9 (non-microbrand) watches off the top of my head under $1000. Pick anything from Swatch's lowest tier.... Mido Ocean Star, Tissot Seastar, Certina DS, Hamilton Navy Scuba, Squale (independent), Glycine (Invicta group), Alpina (Citizen), Bulova (Citizen), Citizen... the list goes on, without even hitting Seiko. And not a single one of those brands were available anywhere they were looking? I don't believe that, at all.

    • @Sam_D
      @Sam_D Před rokem +5

      George Bamford can not be out of touch with the "real" watch world, even if he wanted to! He owns a watch company, he's been in the industry for many years, even in this episode his BYOI was Mr.Jones (with prices in the "real" watch world tier that you've mentioned) so I don't agree with you about George at all. He's actually a very cool and down to earth guy. And I agree with you that in this episode Andrew was much better with his choices and overall I think he was the winner.

    • @bamfordwatchdepartment3470
      @bamfordwatchdepartment3470 Před rokem +3

      @@Sam_D ❤

    • @marcusflack1523
      @marcusflack1523 Před rokem

      I think sometimes we must all read between the lines fellas. Georges fast journey only added to the drama of the show. If you missed that one and blame George for not hunting harder its unfortunate. Dont worry we will be looking at loads of Dive watches in this categeory in the future.

  • @AngusMurray
    @AngusMurray Před rokem +2

    YES! we need more of this IRL / Studio stuff I really love this, productions amazing Marcus. I have a vintage Frogman from 1999 it's the DW - 9900 It's the smallest frogman and I'm obsessed with them as gshocks are what got me into watches and my favourite watches are dive watches, perfect combo

    • @marcusflack1523
      @marcusflack1523 Před rokem +1

      Moofy, your words dont go un-noticed. Thanks for the compliment with production. I def busted a nut making this ep in post. But was certainly worth it when I read comments like you have written here. I can see your making some content on CZcams as well. Keep it up man. Looking great indeed.

    • @AngusMurray
      @AngusMurray Před rokem

      @@marcusflack1523 always worth it in the end! Thanks for the kind words also :)

  • @edjustice7755
    @edjustice7755 Před rokem +1

    Absolutely gr8 ep guys..bout tocking time! LoL Nice to see outside of the box!

    • @marcusflack1523
      @marcusflack1523 Před rokem

      And lemme tell you it was great to get outside the box for us as well.

  • @jamesblonde2271
    @jamesblonde2271 Před rokem +3

    Longines hi beat, No date sub and Citizen Promaster or pick any seiko. Might have been nice if George could mention any brand he isn't in biznizz with......The green Omega is a wow piece

  • @RobinB5150
    @RobinB5150 Před rokem +3

    Cheers from Germany! Finally a new episode👌🏻

    • @BarkandJack
      @BarkandJack Před rokem +1

      Thanks for watching Robin 🙌🏻

  • @alicantaselmas
    @alicantaselmas Před rokem +2

    Very nice episode again! You guys know how to spice it up.

  • @nicholasolifant9538
    @nicholasolifant9538 Před rokem +2

    Number #1 podcast in South Africa 🇿🇦 🤙⌚️😊 effing love you guys brilliant jobs keep it up really you guys are a God sent to the watch community just saying 👍 😀 😊 🙌 😄

  • @colla5660
    @colla5660 Před rokem +3

    My favourite show on CZcams keep it up guys

  • @philippeshield1750
    @philippeshield1750 Před rokem +3

    Now you can go to Apple store to get an under 1k “dive watch”/ diving computer ;)

  • @gowthamb7271
    @gowthamb7271 Před rokem +1

    After couple of underwhelming episodes, BACK WITH A BANG! This episode was like TOPGEAR of watches! More of this Please!!

    • @AboutEffingTime
      @AboutEffingTime  Před rokem

      🚗

    • @marcusflack1523
      @marcusflack1523 Před rokem

      This is a journey we all get to make together. And slowly we are finding our groove. This is a particulary excellent groove. Thanks for watching
      Gowtham B

  • @BURGO1979
    @BURGO1979 Před rokem +1

    Gents! Wow. Thanks for taking me on that journey- great way to start my Wednesday.
    Cheers!

  • @TonioToutBeau
    @TonioToutBeau Před rokem +7

    came online to watch a movie then popped up = Movie cancelled

    • @BarkandJack
      @BarkandJack Před rokem +2

      Thanks for watching Anthony 🙌🏻

    • @TonioToutBeau
      @TonioToutBeau Před rokem

      @@BarkandJack First off, pls do more of these episodes, it was so much fun to watch. Second you the first that took the time to check my name so Bravo! BTW I signed up to the Alliance of British Watch and Clock Makers after watching your other video yesterday.

    • @marcusflack1523
      @marcusflack1523 Před rokem +1

      With more plot twists and turns and drama. We will keep bringing the heat for you anthony!

  • @VTheGuerrilla
    @VTheGuerrilla Před rokem +4

    Love this show! Keep up the awesome job gents! The OG TopGear of the watch world.

  • @yahlilevi9316
    @yahlilevi9316 Před rokem +3

    Great episode keep it up, a great Italian brand that is underrated is squale and of course spaghetti scameti

  • @gerrypickledunnion7386

    Absolutely fab vid.....please do more of this style of content...your comaraderie and banter is so great so please please give us more....

  • @danielburke9980
    @danielburke9980 Před rokem

    Absolutely loved this episode. Bought the green Seamaster yesterday, this episode really highlighted to me that it was just what I wanted. I couldn’t be happier with it.

  • @WatchTheFuck
    @WatchTheFuck Před rokem +3

    Yes, the Seaweed is a nice watch...
    But it's a shame, that Panerai IMHO came up with THE green watch already in 2019 (so way before all that hype), which was the PAM01055 and literally no one is ever talking about!

    • @AboutEffingTime
      @AboutEffingTime  Před rokem +1

      Nah the best green Panerai is the OG Bronzo which for me is the best green dial of all time - Andrew

    • @WatchTheFuck
      @WatchTheFuck Před rokem

      @@AboutEffingTime love the Bronzo too, but with 47mm most people aren't able to pull it off...
      unless you are Arnold Schwarzenegger or Flavour Flav.

  • @aneeshwagle8892
    @aneeshwagle8892 Před rokem +3

    Under 1000, has to be a Seiko. Specifically a captain Willard in blue 🤤