What an annoying stupid watch, but WHY?

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My first rant review. I wondered what a £70 solar powered quartz Timex, that is part of their "Expedition" range is like. I bought one on sale to take a look and see how good it really is for the hefty price.
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  • @7531monkey
    @7531monkey3 жыл бұрын

    To anyone searching videos on this watch, the one I bought in the USA was half the price, has different watch hands and a different strap. Its worked flawlessly for months. Not saying it will last forever but its not the crap this guy got. Im happy with it.

  • @qayyuumzaki8033

    @qayyuumzaki8033

    3 жыл бұрын

    My mom bought me this and it’s almost 6 years I’m still wearing it until today with no major problem at all

  • @steelscooter
    @steelscooter10 ай бұрын

    It's not a stupid name, The Gallatin Range is part of the Rockies and also a river that originates in Yellowstone. There's this thing called Google...

  • @watchmewithwatches

    @watchmewithwatches

    10 ай бұрын

    Thats very true. I apologise. 👍

  • @kennyburns491
    @kennyburns491 Жыл бұрын

    What a dim review , I wore this watch to work (support worker with the elderly ) all through the pandemic , it was constantly soaked with soap , hot water and anti-bac and it kept perfect time .Only change I made was to swap the original ( very nice ) leather strap for a black Timex nylon strap. My other watches are a solar G-Shock 5610 and a wee Seiko SNK , but I keep going back to the Timex . Also wandering around a back garden with it on your wrist isn`t going on an expedition !

  • @CanadianBeachcomber
    @CanadianBeachcomber4 жыл бұрын

    Good video but you were robbed. For the money you spent, in Canada you can get a Timex Command with 200 metres WR, mineral glass, Indiglo, rubber strap and a ISO shock resistance rating (whatever that means).

  • @callumgardiner8469

    @callumgardiner8469

    3 жыл бұрын

    I nearly bought the same watch from Walmart for $31

  • @BorgyManotoyOnline
    @BorgyManotoyOnline Жыл бұрын

    I just got gallatin, problem is it works in day. When there is no sunlight, it does not work. Does this have a rechargeable battery inside? I am thinking that the battery does not store power/charge. TY

  • @idletime
    @idletime4 жыл бұрын

    I think I mentioned it before but I've always had an appreciation for nice watches and I always wanted to get into collecting nice interesting watches and the first thing I really bought for myself with my allowance when I was just a little kid was an early Casio calculator watch from King's department store like 30 years ago. Well when I was 16 and got my first job besides under-the-table gigs and working Summers before I was old enough to go to work part time after school making my own money and basically doing whatever I wanted to do I found myself preoccupied and busy with other things but I was always one to work hard and play even harder and that's probably why I didn't get into nicer watches until now cuz I didn't want to break them cuz I literally beat the hell out of my watches at the time. The watches of choice that never let me down, the Timex Ironman and Expedition series. I worked out on the job site from sunup to Sunset pouring concrete, siding houses, Roofing houses and a little of everything in between and I literally beat the hell out of my watches in the process and they never let me down. I also took them all over the mountains and hillsides and even diving a great number of times as well as bridge jumping amongst other things and the silly things just wouldn't quit. And then one day I finally had an iron man died on me and that was because apparently hit it so hard I cracked the housing and water got in it and toasted the module. I know some of the things they make do seem a little silly and ridiculous and I agree with you but all I can say is up until that one died on me I've never had a problem with them 😎

  • @captainturbo4164
    @captainturbo41644 жыл бұрын

    Very interesting to view a truly honest review. I personally like the Timex brand. I do feel they have got the marketing wrong on this particular model. Great looking NATO strap👍

  • @stevew7308
    @stevew73084 жыл бұрын

    I'd like some honesty. Next time tell us what you really think. And don't go so easy on bad watches. I really don't think this one so great.

  • @MrLahrbrat
    @MrLahrbrat4 жыл бұрын

    If you want a good solar watch try the Citizen Eco-Drive 200m watch much better then the Timex.

  • @watchmewithwatches

    @watchmewithwatches

    4 жыл бұрын

    Any citizen eco drive is better

  • @humbukkerz
    @humbukkerz4 жыл бұрын

    Emmmm, it's about as rugged as a piece of cotton wool. What a ridiculous watch lol Great review mate enjoyed the rant!

  • @rrampage36
    @rrampage369 ай бұрын

    Even my 5 year olds toy watch bezel rotates....🤣🤣🤣

  • @JasonTheWatchGuy
    @JasonTheWatchGuy4 жыл бұрын

    Would be nice to see how long it would hold up if you were to use it as a real beater! Congrats on 1.5k man!

  • @StasiuZyjesz
    @StasiuZyjesz3 жыл бұрын

    what G-Shock model do you present at the end of the movie?

  • @markharrison8231
    @markharrison82313 жыл бұрын

    Great review! I have a Timex chrono and it’s rubbish! I also have that G Shock in solar powered form which is brilliant out here in the UAE where we have an abundance of sunshine to power it, it’s been in the pool, in the sea, dropped in the sand and still absolutely fine, now that is an expedition watch!

  • @D3ZG1978

    @D3ZG1978

    8 ай бұрын

    It doesn’t need sunshine just a light source 😅

  • @vem4o
    @vem4o4 жыл бұрын

    What color are the indexes ?

  • @richandfuture
    @richandfuture Жыл бұрын

    what is the watch model for the g shock ?

  • @PointlessCreativity
    @PointlessCreativity Жыл бұрын

    I was about to buy this watch for around 90 euros. And it's very good that I came across your clip. A very honest and reliable review. I think I will choose the Casio AQ-S800W instead, which is cheaper and probably better...

  • @emdblyou

    @emdblyou

    6 ай бұрын

    I can tell you for a fact that this Casio is amazing for the price. I actually picked mine up from a thrift store for $15, nearly in perfect condition, and it's been flawless. I've been wearing it to work, when installing hardwood floors, I've swam with it, you name it. No problem what so ever. Money well spent. I say go for it.

  • @PointlessCreativity

    @PointlessCreativity

    6 ай бұрын

    @@emdblyou I fully agree. I already have this Casio and it's great. Thank you for adding your opinion and cheers!

  • @sam9242
    @sam92424 жыл бұрын

    Well, it is a Timex. Their use of the term "watch" is sometimes a little questionable. Remember their watches from the fifties and sixties where the mechanisms were riveted together? The only things I've seen that deserves some credit are their Fly Back chronographs and the Indiglo idea. For less than this you can get a number of different Vostok Amphibia models, including a GMT version and a true 24 movement, and you get a real, 200 meter water resistant, expedition watch. All powered by "The wonderful natural outdoors adventure of moving, like running from a bear." Greeting from Minnesota.

  • @DK-jd8bj

    @DK-jd8bj

    4 жыл бұрын

    I love indigo. Trying desperately to find a Timex indigo (or any other brand that has good backlighting) that's worth wearing. I thought I almost had it when I bought the Timex expedition shock digital with a 100m water resistance and indigo but the band is incredibly uncomfortable to wear and it's way too big (thick). 50mmx15mm. To be fair at Casio is doing the same thing with their watches. Most G-Shocks are way too big.

  • @boldmeregarden637
    @boldmeregarden6374 жыл бұрын

    I think at the usual price point most of the non solar expeditions are at they are ok value. Ive had one as a go to work watch for over 10 years that i bought because i liked the style of it before i really got into watches (mine was in fashion watch price territory of about £45) .The suede strap mutated into leather and has only just got its first crack on the reverse, so I’ve only just replaced that with a NATO. 50m WR is ok for me as is the fixed bezel. I would say 50m WR splash proof is a similar mislead as 200m non ISO dive watch. I think on some of your previous posts you have mentioned getting a more understandable WR rating system and I’m all in favour of that. It would be interesting to know how many people rotate their bezel then zero it and never use it again, and i would bet most dive watch never see a paddling pool let alone an ocean. Indiglo if its on the watch beats any lume. Marketing names do catch people out for sure but any purchaser should research first (hint the Pagani watches are nothing to do with the supercar). As for the date window it doesn’t look much smaller than the de-cyclopsed diver watches you have. Quartz is still going to be telling the correct time at the end of your two week holiday. Your reviews are great so I’m just trying to show the opposite side of the coin.

  • @watchmewithwatches

    @watchmewithwatches

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks David. I thought I would dabble in a little rant review of this watch. I got a bit carried away lol. I just think I got annoyed with the watch because it sends mixed messages, so other things about the watch end up becoming a target for ridicule and annoyance.

  • @boldmeregarden637

    @boldmeregarden637

    4 жыл бұрын

    watch me with watches its all good.Your videos are great. I actually think the bigger crime in the watch industry is the fitness tracker that has 50m WR. Most watches are bought because you like the look of them, but a fitness tracker needs the durability and WR like no other. My Withings Steel HR would steam up on any warm day (thanks for John Lewis no quibble return policy once id worked out what was happening)

  • @dajohnson4614

    @dajohnson4614

    4 жыл бұрын

    Redwing Minnesota is home to a high quality rugged boot manufacturer that is known for their hiking boots.

  • @jacksparrow2000
    @jacksparrow20003 жыл бұрын

    Funny review! Liked it. But you are correct about the Expedition name! I got this the last week and it's slowing down a minute every day! Looks like a scam too.

  • @CivilDefenceCanada
    @CivilDefenceCanada Жыл бұрын

    It's a cheap, beater watch dude. This is a no frills solar watch that's not to be compared to a Rolex or things that cost 10x as much, even things 2x as much. It's great as a basic watch that could get briefly wet, is lightweight and you aren't upset if it gets lost. What do you recommend in the same price point with the features you want? Instead of crying, what solutions or alternatives do you recommend?

  • @watchmewithwatches

    @watchmewithwatches

    Жыл бұрын

    Nicer Solar options under £99: Casio AQ-S810W-1A2VEF Citizen BM8180-03E Citizen Watch Eco Drive Urban AW5005-39H Timex TW4B14900 Casio G-Shock GW-M5610-1ER. Although some I have suggested above definitely cost more than this Timex, for relatively little more, there are so many amazing choices! (with solar) The Casio tough Solar for under £40 is a fabulous option for less money. Without solar? The titanium or full lumibrite dial Lorus field watches are awesome. Hope this helps. Regards, Dan

  • @DerekEvans1013
    @DerekEvans10132 жыл бұрын

    You convinced me to cancel my order of this watch. I went to the Expedition Scout which has the indiglo face...I literally just canceled the order lol

  • @thomasmaloney843
    @thomasmaloney843 Жыл бұрын

    I paid 40 dollars for mine and it came with a nylon Velcro strap. It is okay, but nothing to write home about. I work in a messy foundry and what does hold up there is a G Shock or a Mud Resist.

  • @alexair1
    @alexair12 жыл бұрын

    One more option flew off my list... Thank you!

  • @oleal4258
    @oleal42583 жыл бұрын

    You get what you pay for; Timex is not saying that it is the perfect watch for a trip of one year through Africa. It is a sport looking economic watch perfect for a non "watch aficionado" teenager that needs to get in time to his construction job, or to the school; put it into that arena, and that watch is a decent option. Just my two cents, gentlemen.

  • @Ajajambo

    @Ajajambo

    2 жыл бұрын

    Spot on mate! He seem to be knocking this timex on it's face. For sure ranting and disliking the brand and the watch.

  • @colskee
    @colskee4 жыл бұрын

    ‘This watch is stupid’ LOL👍🏾😄

  • @peterspaepen2861
    @peterspaepen28614 жыл бұрын

    😂😂first time LOL by watching a watch review hilarious super video thanks

  • @anthonyjarrad141
    @anthonyjarrad1412 жыл бұрын

    I got one of these few years back on sale, $37 so not worth it, gave it to a friend who works in the field to him to destroy it!

  • @joeframo3347
    @joeframo33473 жыл бұрын

    Hello to my countrymen hey mate you did a great interview on this watch thank you very much you're absolutely right about leather if you're going on an expedition why would you wear a leather you're absolutely right thank you for sharing this video I subscribed your channel cheerio 👍🖐️🤑😃😎🤠

  • @tayfunakkar6811
    @tayfunakkar68119 ай бұрын

    teşekkür ederim... benim için çok faydalı oldu...

  • @infinitigjj6779
    @infinitigjj67793 жыл бұрын

    That is a good expedition watch to go to Las Vegas strip, restaurant hopping, doing shopping groceries or outlet mall to buy some stuffs. Timex should put expedition-indoor instead of outdooor

  • @watchmewithwatches

    @watchmewithwatches

    3 жыл бұрын

    Lol! Very good idea 💡

  • @5stardave

    @5stardave

    3 жыл бұрын

    Actually it does quite well in the Montana forests. My Redwing leather boots perform well too. It is definitely an outdoor watch. Until someone has actually worn the watch for 6 months, a review is trivial at best.

  • @watchmewithwatches

    @watchmewithwatches

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@5stardave true. But it's hard reviewing something in the mountains of Surrey.

  • @luiswalterr8734
    @luiswalterr87344 күн бұрын

    lo tengo desde hace 4 años, bastante confiable, buena apariencia, por el precio es bastante recomendable.

  • @freakydeaky2316
    @freakydeaky23168 ай бұрын

    Expedition yimex watches are thin leather at best Just cut open an Expedition leather watch band. I'm not worried about swimming wit a leather Expedition watch band.

  • @parrotbrand2782
    @parrotbrand27823 жыл бұрын

    The for-display-only bezel is really disappointing because there are cheaper watches with functioning bezels. But i won't fault the 50m water resistance. Many watches have 50m water resistance. I have taken them swimming and showering without any issues whatsoever. It is definitely not a dive watch. The expedition can include jumping into a waterfall but should not include scuba diving. Recently i bought a very cheap Casio watch with a display only bezel too. It cost only $20 and has 50m water resistance. I am more than happy going swimming or doing anything with water. I will buy another one if water leaks in.

  • @5stardave
    @5stardave3 жыл бұрын

    Expedition is a brand name.

  • @GregTheGuitarist
    @GregTheGuitarist3 жыл бұрын

    Ouch, Timex got roasted! You summed up pretty well the point about the expedition series. Just a mediocre design and that's all...

  • @michaelhenninger5287
    @michaelhenninger52873 жыл бұрын

    SB footwear is the company that provides Red Wing their boot leather.

  • @watchmewithwatches

    @watchmewithwatches

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thats cool to know! Thanks

  • @adamtorres109
    @adamtorres1092 жыл бұрын

    Gallatin is the name of a mountain range in Montana.

  • @watchmewithwatches

    @watchmewithwatches

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thats cool, thanks for sharing! Have you seen their new solar powered expedition with sapphire crystal and even comes in a 36mm case size!

  • @73av8r5
    @73av8r53 жыл бұрын

    I have a scout that I like. This one has a really cheap look to it. 🤨

  • @watchmewithwatches

    @watchmewithwatches

    3 жыл бұрын

    I agree

  • @razahasnain6342
    @razahasnain63424 жыл бұрын

    Great fun review 🤣

  • @watchmewithwatches

    @watchmewithwatches

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks!

  • @davemck1887
    @davemck18874 жыл бұрын

    For Timex read tat. Timex are not what they used to be and they were never really any good anyway. Cheep and disposable, the Bic razor of the watch world. You be careful on those expeditions Dan.😁

  • @watchmewithwatches

    @watchmewithwatches

    4 жыл бұрын

    I know what you mean, they can look really nice, but don't always feel robust. I will keep my g shock for when I wing suit through mountain ranges and land in the ocean where i fight off angry sharks.

  • @joeframo3347
    @joeframo33473 жыл бұрын

    I agree with you I would send the watch back to Timex and get my money back you mean a lot of sense that damn watch ain't worth the hoot 🤑🤑🤑🤑🤑

  • @joecachia2
    @joecachia23 жыл бұрын

    Expedition watch without a Screw-down crown ???? Looks nice mind you, but too expensive for those rubbish specs. And I dont even mind the strap as I just have loads of Natos anyway . And it does not even have backlight. I would get an Amphibia for less than that , without backlight ans still have a serious watch. For me , Timex are only useful to sleep with , cause they have an excellent Indiglo backlight , when they do . I have one them and only wear it in bed.

  • @watchmewithwatches

    @watchmewithwatches

    3 жыл бұрын

    I agree. Just saw a video showing an amphibia in a pressure test chamber. It took 80bar (800m depth) before it stopped working. Wow!

  • @joecachia2

    @joecachia2

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@watchmewithwatches Yes I think I saw that today too... I have 2 amphibias , my only gripe with them is the non clicking bezel ( I heard under pressure it does not move but Im not a diver ) . Either way I love them

  • @watchmewithwatches

    @watchmewithwatches

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@joecachia2 at least there are never any alignment issues!

  • @poeunphoung9862
    @poeunphoung98623 жыл бұрын

    I just bought one...I like it for no reason really.🤓😂😎

  • @watchmewithwatches

    @watchmewithwatches

    3 жыл бұрын

    It had a charm to its design, but thats where my interest stopped in the end sadly!

  • @Rob-on5tz
    @Rob-on5tz3 жыл бұрын

    That's ok i'll stick with my Rolex "'Explorer". ;-)

  • @ofirpanhi3525
    @ofirpanhi3525 Жыл бұрын

    Well, what would you expect from a US$42 watch? it is not comparable with a US$300 watch, now is it...?

  • @watchmewithwatches

    @watchmewithwatches

    Жыл бұрын

    A lorus lumibrite and countless casios are better than this for less.

  • @gregorybarry4564
    @gregorybarry45643 жыл бұрын

    £70 is a lot of money for that!

  • @freakydeaky2316
    @freakydeaky23168 ай бұрын

    If you like the watch then buy it. If you don't then dint pull the trigger on that one.

  • @bac135
    @bac1353 жыл бұрын

    50m is a stupid watch for adventure

  • @MeTaLISaWeSoMe95
    @MeTaLISaWeSoMe952 жыл бұрын

    Try the Expedition North series. Much better than this thing.

  • @flaS2k
    @flaS2k4 жыл бұрын

    Takes a lickin’ and keeps on Tickin’......

  • @kevinhooper2787
    @kevinhooper27874 жыл бұрын

    Made for mountin’ men mountin’ women .

  • @carlosalvarez6552
    @carlosalvarez65522 жыл бұрын

    Con ese precio no se consigue nada más, hay que ser realistas, sería estupido y hasta una estafa si costara lo mismo que un reloj táctico de Casio o citizen, me parece que este rejol cumple con lo que se espera por su precio.

  • @freakydeaky2316
    @freakydeaky23168 ай бұрын

    I dont like the galatian

  • @gigatronicdeth
    @gigatronicdeth2 жыл бұрын

    Timex is an entry level brand. Gingers have no soul.

  • @Zenned-Out
    @Zenned-Out2 жыл бұрын

    Expedition to the rubbish bin

  • @watchmewithwatches

    @watchmewithwatches

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yes! Have you seek their newer (more expensive) offerings? Much much better.

  • @peterclarke3990
    @peterclarke39903 жыл бұрын

    I've never had a Timex watch that didn't get scratched within the first couple of weeks. They damage far too easily cos they're cheap plastic.

  • @watchmewithwatches

    @watchmewithwatches

    3 жыл бұрын

    Some are ok, and some are not. Ive got two more timex coming to see how some are actually better for being abused than others!

  • @rzm8593
    @rzm85933 жыл бұрын

    Lol

  • @salty_terminal_civilian5374
    @salty_terminal_civilian53743 жыл бұрын

    Timex has nice designs but they are such shit.

  • @luiswalterr8734
    @luiswalterr87344 күн бұрын

    el niño llora jajaja, baby lloron

  • @KeljaSamiNation
    @KeljaSamiNation3 жыл бұрын

    Groovy

  • @Ajajambo
    @Ajajambo2 жыл бұрын

    I am sorry but this review is purely slaggjng off the brand and the watch. When you pay that little nobody expect top notch watch. I can see the date window without an issue ans don't need a telescope. Also, the lume on this so called mediocre watch by others has better lume then some Cssio Edifice that cost £200! Each entitled to their opinion.

  • @watchmewithwatches

    @watchmewithwatches

    2 жыл бұрын

    I agree, I did at the time feel this watch was mildly dissapointing and went on a rant!

  • @Ajajambo

    @Ajajambo

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@watchmewithwatches fair enough. I am all up for a good bargain and when certain products don't deserve the praise it's ok to let other know about it. Appreciate the honest response 👌

  • @romybuenaventura3133
    @romybuenaventura3133 Жыл бұрын

    the flaw with your review is you did not even test the watch and just give your assumption opinion base on the looks and not performance. shame shame shame

  • @watchmewithwatches

    @watchmewithwatches

    Жыл бұрын

    Walk of shame into the mountains to test it? Off I gooooooo!

  • @romybuenaventura3133

    @romybuenaventura3133

    Жыл бұрын

    @@watchmewithwatches so how did it perform for two months of testing?

  • @watchmewithwatches

    @watchmewithwatches

    Жыл бұрын

    @ROMY BUENAVENTURA I take it all back. Its amazing.