Love that youre one of the few youtubers with sponsored content who is absolutely honest with his reviews.

@JustOneMoreWatch

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate! I do appreciate that.

@mfrankel8321

3 жыл бұрын

We wouldn't expect anything less than unbiased honesty from you. 😀❤

@shawn1928

3 жыл бұрын

@BongoManal maybe we'll see the Filippo Loreti paid advertisers being just as honest. oh who am i kidding, it's in their contract to be dishonest

@stevenkelby2169

3 жыл бұрын

Agreed, I subscribe to every channel that I watch a video from. I unsubscribe from 99% of them. I must have subbed to a few hundred watch channels. Only half a dozen remain. Jomw is staying forever.

I love how I can just double tap your intro’s and always land perfectly at “HELLLLOOOOO!!!!”

I wonder when Pagani Design will make an affordable homage? 😂

@Chungleas

3 жыл бұрын

Exactly my thoughts

@anthonysmith2982

3 жыл бұрын

I think Mondaine must be pretty hawkish with cease and desist letters because, to my knowledge, not a single Chinese manufacturer has had a crack at this design. If the Chinese are scared off copying it Mondaine must have their shit locked tight! 🤷‍♂️

@poulwinther

3 жыл бұрын

@@anthonysmith2982 I think it looks too cheap even for the Chinese.

@anthonysmith2982

3 жыл бұрын

@@poulwinther Really? I dig the design. From your name Poul, I am going to guess that you are in / from Northern Europe (I hope that's OK with you). In Australia we have these soulless LED digital clocks in most railway stations. Therefore, when I was in Switzerland those railway clocks were emblematic of a form over function approach to public utilities that I admired. Do you think that constant exposure to such designs removes that fascination that I felt?

@poulwinther

3 жыл бұрын

@@anthonysmith2982 Yes, Denmark. Perhaps you have a point, but I just think this one is a bit heavy on the function part and conversely light on aesthetics. The contrasts are screaming too loudly for me and I think a simple Timex Fairfield just looks a lot better in a similar style. In Denmark we have very similar railway clocks to the Swiss. They never struck me as anything but practical,which they certainly are. I may not be the best Nordic person to ask though, as I love ornaments and deep colors - complicated watch dials for that matter. I can enjoy some Bauhaus designs but I generally find Scandinavian minimalism cold and boring.

Possibly the only brand where I'd choose a quartz over an automatic movement. The stop2go is the way to go! Very nice and unique quartz complication with a strong heritage!

@jeffbazayants7415

3 жыл бұрын

Yema is the other one.

@UncleSkiBum

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah I think the quartz is the way to got too

@spektrograf

3 жыл бұрын

Love the stop2go. 🍻

@JR-gp2zk

3 жыл бұрын

The stop and go is extremely interesting. I have no interest in any other Mondaine.

@Petrslav

3 жыл бұрын

I was thinking the same thing. Wish he reviewed that!

Why, oh why didn’t they send you the Stop2Go? Much much cheaper, even more iconic, sapphire with AR, seriously cool lume and in-house movement. You should ask for one and make another video.

@NathanChisholm041

3 жыл бұрын

$1099 AUD!

@HVG67

3 жыл бұрын

He asked for this version himself. He said he could have picked any version..

@NotThatOneThisOne

3 жыл бұрын

Would definitely go quartz on this, either the Stop2go or a 36mm.

@greamespens1460

3 жыл бұрын

I like that the Stop to go watch stops for two seconds just like railway clock.

@NathanChisholm041

3 жыл бұрын

@@greamespens1460 I like their clocks too!

Got the cheaper, non-automatic version, about a month ago, and I wear it almost daily. I really like it!

You missed the real deal with the stop2go version. The hands are lumed on the underside so it preserves the design and the second hand sweeps around to 12 then stops while the minute hand clicks over one click just like the rail clocks in Switzerland.

I have a Mondaine quartz GMT from the 1990's. My dad gave it to me not working, and I took it to a watchmaker who completely botched it and now it works, but it isn't a GMT anymore... I wish it worked properly because it really is an iconic design.

@MrPINKFL0YD

Жыл бұрын

Nice one I collect GMT's only and you are so lucky!

If I were to pick up one of their watches, I'd definitely go with the Stop2Go. The jumping minute hand is just so charming. I also think they missed a great opportunity to do concealed lugs, to really make it look like a rail clock on your wrist.

@SubCapt

3 жыл бұрын

Well, they do the 42mm "Giant" that's a lugless design.

@BTBHSOHBOY

3 жыл бұрын

@@SubCapt Not for the Stop2Go, unfortunately :(

@zimzimbar

3 жыл бұрын

Agree: I could watch it jump the minute all day long: great party trick (if somewhat watch nerdy!)

I loved in Switzerland for a few years and the image of the watch face brought back tons of memories of navigating the Swiss Rail system. As someone who can not see very well (nearly blind) I appreciate the incredibly legible face. Thanks for sharing this watch!

After I graduated college, I saved up a bunch of money working several jobs, then bought a Eurail Youthrail pass good for three months of travel across the continent. I was taken by the design of those railway clocks from the moment I laid eyes on them, and actually spent a night sleeping under one in the Innsbrook, Austria train station (yes, they were there as well). I always wanted to get myself one of these watches, but as you say, I could never get past the price to value conundrum. Another great video!! Thanks, and Happy New Year!!

I own a 35 mm older version of it, mine stil has a ETA movement. I gave it as a gift to my old mother who had it on her wrist for a year or two. After her death ( she was 91) i got it back and it has become very special to me, i love it and it reminds me of my mum.

The Stop to Go would have been a fun choice to review as well

I gave one of the Stop/Go quartz versions to my girlfriend a few years ago and she loves it. When she first got it all her workmates would all gather round to watch the seconds hand freeze for two seconds every minute. Not many watches would get that kind of attention from your workmates!

Yes! I’ve been waiting for you to review on of these for ages!

Gray market quartz under $100. In U.S. BUT like other comments, Stop &Go Backlight IS the One. Set all your automatic's by it.

I've had the quartz version for around 2 years. Not changed the battery yet and it hasn't lost any time. So well built. OBS the second hand ticks rather than sweeps but I totally recommend it for the money.

I think this watch is the perfect "quirky, something different" piece for a watch collection, although I love the quartz as it has the stop2go seconds hand which is super unique and cool and gives you a visual story to tell people about.

Mondaine used to produce the camel trophy and catamaran series in the 80s and 90s. Great watches! Cheers mate!

I used to work in Geneva at one of the fancy Swiss banks, and despite these being quite affordable compared to some other Swiss brands, many of the bankers I worked with chose to wear a Mondaine Railway watch. It was quite a "cult classic" among them.

Purchased the “ Big Date” version of this watch in quartz from Jomashop and I'm very pleased with it. No fussing with the crown ( except to change the date once a month) , very accurate and looks identical to the other Mondaine watches, plus 50 meters of water resistance. All for $99 usd! Can't go wrong with this iconic timepiece. Thanks Jodie.

I have the Stop2go from the early 00's. Is pretty cool!

I got my Dad a Stop 2 Go for his 60th and he loves it. The quirky little quartz movement is super cool too, a lot of the niggles you mention don't appear on the Stop2Go so definitely worth looking at!

I own the stop to go version and every minute brings a smile to my face, definitely recommended!

There is also the Stop to Go option and that is very nice Quartz Movement.

Heloooooo. I discovered your channel this year and instantly love it. Keep the excellent work in 2021. Best regards from a subscriber from Porto Alegre, Brazil.

Jody!! No mention of the Helvetica No. 1 light! I got one a while back and it’s superb. Slim, light, brilliant design, nicely brushed and with sapphire crystal. The only downside is the quartz movement but as an everyday grab and go that would be my recommendation. Perfect for anyone after a Mondaine or any Swiss made watch for under £300.

Great pick Jody (we all would have went for the automatic if being sent one to keep haha) I love that this one has the day/date complication too. That retail price...lol. I picked up their Evo Alarm version (quartz) and I agree 100% about shopping for these. I was able to snag mine on eBay almost new condition for under $100. Great review, and grats on the very nice automatic Mondaine! Enjoy! 😎🍻👍

I have loved the design of these for years. For me, they beat any diver watch. Thank you so much for making this video ☺️

@dparis2172

3 жыл бұрын

Until it gets wet.

I fell in love with Swiss railway design during one my brief trip to Switzerland, and took the train from Zurich to Lucerne and Geneva. I haven't acquired a Mondaine for various reasons, but I'm happy to see this review. I suspect if I ever do acquire one, it'll be the Stop2Go because stop2go.

Great video as usual :-) I’ve been tempted for years but the prices!

I've always been fascinated by this iconic watch. Thanks for showing it off. I think I'd go for the quartz stop second.

I always know im up too late when jomw posts...yet I always watch the whole video right away

I recall the quartz versions selling for under £100 on Amazon a few years back. Now they're knocking on the door of £200. Wish I'd picked one up as I like the simplicity of the design.

I wasn't very aware of the heritage of this design, which does make it very appealing (in addition to being an appealing design to begin with). Thanks for the quick history lesson!

I've been looking at purchasing a mondaine, and glad to hear your review. Also, did this one have the lume on the back of the hands? Thanks you Jody

Great review. I just picked up the 40mm automatic with no date and the glowing in the dark hands. Got a 15% discount which made me happy. I wish they would come back with the Stop2Go movement on their watches. They still have it in the wall clock which they have in Bluetooth and wi fi which make them super accurate atomic time clocks. Love the smooth motion of the seconds hand on this automatic. Swiss quality. Thank goodness for the Swiss. Yes it was a little pricey but the red paddle being waved at the conductor is a story in my mind about time and punctuality. Fun to own.

I love that dial and handset, I was watching thinking "could I justify this as a daily driver for the office?" but then you showed the price... There must be a similarly styled watch with a Japanese movement somewhere for sub £/$/€200ish? (And maybe a tad more water resistance?)...

I have the 36mm, no complication, Quartz (not the Stop2Go), it was 60% off (because of the size and it was on the fabric strap), and I wear it in the week and I absolutely love it! I put it on my wrist, don’t have to be as gentle with it as I would a mechanical watch. But it’s such a simple, attractive design, that when I look down at it I get lost (probably to other people it looks like I really struggle to tell the time...). It’s so easy to read (one of my aunties has poor eyesight, she has the 26mm and can still read it)!

Seems the prices have gone up a lot recently. I bought the sapphire auto version a few years ago on Amazon for about AUD800. I love it, but agree about the difficulty using the crown. The other limiting factor for me is lack of lume. A new design which is very cool is putting lume on the BACK of the hands which creates a silhouette in the dark - an excellent solution that maintains the pure black of the hands. If I were capable, I'd be tempted to take the watch apart and paint the back of the hands with lume. The other thing about this video is that the VAST majority of Mondaines are quartz and about a quarter of the price. I think they only do the autos for complete watch nerds - and they charge accordingly.

Nice watch, like the dial design and nice review, cheers!

As a Railroader i've always wondered about these as they market with a Railroad heritage.. Thanks Jodie..

Secret tip: Choose their “Stop2go” instead of Automatic. Very interesting moves!

Had my SBB CFF FFS for over 5 years now; I had mentioned to you a couple of years ago about reviewing them. Mine is a quartz on a Modaline shark mesh strap. Lovely watch. Prices have risen over the last few years though.

My wife has 3 and I have one too. All are quartz which I think I would recommend over the autos. A lot more reasonably priced and your still getting the look. Unfortunately when I bought mine BIG watches were popular so I bought the ‘giant’ so sounds huge but is in fact only 42mm. Looks big though as there is no bezel and mine is lugless too (as the spring bars are under it), so goes straight from strap to face. The strap is great quality but I have to admit recently I have not worn it much. Enter Jody that makes me like it again after it went on my to sell list too. 🙄

They do a nice satin finished quartz version with a black dial and white hands. Still only splash proof though.

Hey Jody interesting that you reviewed this watch because I bought a Watchtime magazine yesterday for the first time and it had this watch put the prices were different 665$ on strap and 720$ on bracelet. interesting watch never the less

Love the new digs and lighting is spot on . Maybe time to update the wrist shots map background. Something more sterile and darker to really make the watch pop

I just got a Marathon General Purpose Quartz Reissue in, can’t wait to unbox it! You should review something from them!

There is a nicest version with a quartz movement... Called Stop2Go. It moves such the station's clocks do. It takes 2 second with the seconds hand stopped, then the minute hand moves, so the seconds hand starts to move again.

A railway watch - that is a really a good idea. White dial, really legible. As a model railway buff, that could be worth a purchase!

I like the quartz version with seconds hand that stops for a second every minute :)

Sounds like that crown would drive me nuts. And I was surprised there wasn't a screw down case back at that price. Beautiful and unique design, though. Thanks, as always, for another great video.

A must have, in any watch collection.

Interesting design. This seems like a watch that you get for the design and I’d get it with quartz

I have had my eye on one of these, especially this version! Especially seeing it on a mesh bracelet. Something a bit different for the collection.

Jody, I have a very different version and it ticks all the boxes with far greater water resistance, so it's swimmable and more! Yes, it's a classic design, and scene across European travel hubs, so recognisable for most travellers?

I've been considering buying the quartz "Jump Minute" model--which is far more interesting than the automatic. The minute had jumps to the next minute during a one-second pause of the seconds hand when it reaches the top of the dial. This emulates the action of the Swiss railway clocks.

One of the only watches that I wouldn't want as an automatic, the quartz StoptoGo would have to be the choice for me. Cheers 👍🏻

I have had the stop2go for a while. It is not really an every day watch, but it is great at parties. I have been thinking of a red strap to call attention to it.

I had an EVO quartz version for years, but only wore it a few times. I just sold it on ebay last month.

So cool now that’s something different from the rest

Nice one reviewing this. I didn't know they did an automatic. I have always admired their quartz watches but I did not fancy a quartz.

Couldn't swing a Stop2Go as a matter of priorities (much as I would have liked), but definitely agree that this watch offers better value at the mid-to-lower range. I got one from their entry-level "essence" line, featuring a black organic-resin case that looks fantastic with the dial, and two recycled-material straps. Shipped from a UK eBay store to the US for only like $130-$150. It's not my primary style of watch, but I really like having this iconic face as an option, for not too much money.

Funnily enough I was thinking last week that I have not seen a Mondaine on this channel. I bought the quartz one last year and I sent it back after less than 10 minutes on my wrist. It was a beautiful looking watch but the ticking second hand missed almost every single second marker. That was something I could not live with for a Swiss watch costing, for me, a little fortune. Luckily I bought it from John Lewis who's return process is excellent.

I think the stop to go version may be my favorite and most true to the functionality of the swiss railway clocks. It's a very interesting design and concept the way the second hand pauses. I'm usually all about mechanical automatic, but the quartz stop to go version seems like the cooler more authentic way to go. I suggest you check out ablogtowatch review of the mondaine stop to go to understand how it works and why it performs this way. It's pretty cool, actually.

I love it, the simple design, i would like to buy the clean dial without the logo with 40mm diameter. Great review btw

This is a bit out of my price range, so I got a somewhat similar design Fantor WF1010G mecha-quartz for not a lot of money. But I do love the minimalist design of this one for sure.

Had an evo alarm version. Loved the minimal design but the alarm was basically inaudible.

Our local jewellers has a load of Mondaine watches in their window, I don’t know if they look better in the window than on wrist. I’d have a quartz version tbh.

Cheers from Greece dear Jody! Great and honest review as always! I just can't wrap my head around that, you did not get the S2G backlight model! Quartz, with the stop at 12 feature that many fellows suggest plus amazing lume on the BACK of the hands!!!

@JustOneMoreWatch

3 жыл бұрын

Perhaps I got greedy when I saw that day date Sellita! Such an awesome every day movement.

@JustOneMoreWatch Wow great watch! Are the indexes in relief or are they printed?

The Stop To Go Quarts is the one to buy, Well everyone has at least one quarts watch and this is quirky enough to be worthwhile.

Got the 36 quartz one for my girlfriend on amazon. She loves it. It goes well with her swatches and nomos collection 😀

Your honesty is a bloody good thing mate. Clean looking watch and easy to read at a fast glance but the price is pretty steep, I'd go the quartz.

I have the quartz sports version with tritium on the hands. What good is a super legible design, if you can't read it in the dark? The quirkiness of the date setting is too funny: once the date reaches the 31st, it just goes on to 32, 33 etc 😆 You have to go manually to 1 again 😂

Honestly, I really want the Stop 2 go quartz with backlight. It's just lume under the hands. That Stop 2 go feature is just cool! The Auto is nice , but just too overpriced.

Glad I got mine from massdrop a couple years ago. Still has the Selita, brushed instead of polished, sapphire crystal, and $300. Also the strap is black with red on the underside, cool effect. Much prefer it over this more expensive model.

Sir! You always nail my taste! I've been looking for a Mondaine or similarly well readable watch for about a year. I always found it too expensive. The brand Berny (on Aliexpress) make similar watches. Btw: Do You know Festina? They make fancy and cheaper watches, but on the same level of quality! I do recommend to You to review them! I'd love to watch a couple of vids about them in Your presentation!

Would love to see you review of the Mondaine Stop 2 Go quartz, with the back light Luminova... I think it's a more interesting design and features that the Sellita automatic movement, and I've never thought that about quartz watches before.

Jody i think you should have went for the 58 sec Quartz, i love auto's i always buy auto's but this one in the quartz is something else, the way those hands move is out of this world

Griffith Uni! I used to live nearby there, and one of my friends is a professor there.

I really like this design.

(Jamesblonde) Always a bright day when you upload matey. You and Bushka are my fave Sydneysiders........

I've always been drawn to this piece but I honestly don't know when I would wear it? If you dress like Ethan Hawke in Gattica, or even better, the guys from Kraftwerk then you're fine - but with a jeans and t-shirt?... - probably not. The price is nuts too, but that said, the quartz model with the stop seconds at 12 and the jump minute, as well as that crazy arsed way of time changing is the one to go for IMHO.

Their HQ is about 20min drive from me :) They fly under the radar when it comes to established swiss brands very much like Victorinox

Perfect on the mesh

I saw these a while ago but only in quartz . Really nice looking watch. Only place I can find the automatic in UK is manufacturer's web site and only in 40mm at £600. The crystal looks pretty exposed and should sapphire. Probably more sensible as a quartz but the day date version doesn't seem to be available.

Interesting history behind this watch

Nice video and watch Jody. The quartz doesn't have the day/date complication that's a stinker.

I pass on the watch but I enjoyed the review, very honest, that's why I keep coming back 😀

Reminds me of an art museum gift shop watch.

I got the quartz version of this as an X-mas present in 2007- I wasn't familiar with the brand and was instantly smitten. 15+ years later and it's still ticking, I just got the crystal replaced.

Jody. You’ve actually reviewed the watch that I own. I think you went to the wrong watch. I went for the “stop to go” quartz model which has a sapphire crystal and two quartz movement inside - one motor to control the seconds and a separate motor to control the hours.This model imitates the actual clock in Switzerland which every 58 seconds stops at the top at 12 o’clock and waits two seconds before starting again in order to synchronise all the watches cross the Swiss railway system - absolute stunner as the minute hand moves and seconds later the second hand. I put it on a black Colareb strap. And the back lite lume! It is really intriguing when you have to reset the ‘stop at the top’. Also thank God it doesn’t have a date complication so it acts more like a dress or dressy watch. Jody do find more watches without a date, yet analogue. Ask Mondaine if they will swap for a stop-to-go?

Jody , what do you like best Steeldive 6105 or Orient Kamasu ? Love your videos!

Have the quartz. Love it.

This should be given to loyal staffs of railway companies all over the world. Honestly.

It might be a bit of fun to get the wall clock for my office.

Good work, as usual. My two-cents? if you're into Mondaine (I am) then definitely avoid the date and/or day displays, and the black dial. Stop2Go is where it's at :-)

@serenityinside1

2 жыл бұрын

Agreed. Day/ date ruins the aesthetic.

Nothing beats Swiss Railway. And their clocks. 🇨🇭