What do u do if the movement needs repair? U just buy new movement from alli and u good to go? Thanks!
@SenerS10Күн бұрын
I expect Citizen to release a V2 version. Or AliExpress brands to homage.
@paolovillanueva77262 күн бұрын
Nice video! May I know your wrist size?
@WatcheswithGeorge2 күн бұрын
@@paolovillanueva7726 6.3 inches
@mlzs_7 күн бұрын
Isn't the movement based on the eta c07.611 which is based on the 2824-2?
@jrbj20008 күн бұрын
Heimdallr is ISO certified
@chickenporkadob09 күн бұрын
san martin not san martan
@WatcheswithGeorge9 күн бұрын
There's a bit of sarcasm there 😅 in case you missed it!
@anthonyodwyer326110 күн бұрын
Thanks George I have the Helm Komodo (2.5 years) and I covet it as much as my Oris Aquis. So I bought this Cadisen in the last sale with a fitted end tropical strap, as a beater, so my true beater does not get beaten🤣
@WatcheswithGeorge9 күн бұрын
:)))) I think that's the definition of a true enthusiast . I can see why people like them, but I, unfortunately do not have the wrist or the patience for one. I have friends with two and the adore them!
@daleyfamily217910 күн бұрын
Yeah don't wait for the real thing, Have to have it now so buy a clomage and know its still not the real thing, and everyone else who knows watches knows too. LOL. Pass if I cant wait for the real deal then I didn't really want it.
@WatcheswithGeorge10 күн бұрын
Wait for two years to buy a watch that you might not like or buy this now , see if you like it and then buy the real deal? Basically that's what I said at the end of the video. Thanks again for the comment.
@ricardonercolini605310 күн бұрын
Hello George! Greetings from Brazil. I need to give you a watch tip. Very cheep one from Cadisen, with a Myiota 8215 series on it. It's another Cadisen model C8225 a homage (I think so) to a Hamilton Jazzmaster Slim. For about 40 US dolars. You just need to change the awful bracelet for a nice leather strap. It has a 38mm diameter, with sapphire (no AR) and a 22mm lugs (a bit strange, but it looks very cool). I have the blue one (all steel) I change the bracelet to a brown leather strap. I love this cheap watch.
@adk796210 күн бұрын
For me, I’m usually not a supporter of Homaging Micro Brands. However, I don’t believe anyone who wants a Helm will be satisfied with just getting this. Also when Helm started, AliExpress was a joke, and it was “worth” the wait to get such a high quality piece at such a low price. It’s not the case anymore. Again all my humble opinions. Thanks for the great review!
@thegorn11 күн бұрын
I don't mind two holes, but three holes is better 🤭
@lew922311 күн бұрын
Fine looking Cadisen, I like them & have 4 of their watches, great value for money. Thanks for the review
@-Dash-11 күн бұрын
A replica of a micro brand? That`s a bit sad... Just pay a bit more and wait for the real one. I`d also much prefer an NH35 to Miyota 8000, and the lume. Its more important to support micro brands than the likes of Rolex and Omega etc.
@WatcheswithGeorge11 күн бұрын
Agree on all the above. But Helm has a long wait-list for a watch that you might not like. So 86 euros can save you in the long run!
@daleyfamily217910 күн бұрын
If a Helm has a wafting list that should tell you about why people are willing to wait. Its called "QUALITY". Pass on a clomage/fake of a microbrand. A MICROBRAND LOL.
@Crackity_Jones.11 күн бұрын
Received my Helm Vanuatu 2 weeks ago. Have to say, it is even better than expected.
@WatcheswithGeorge11 күн бұрын
I do agree on the value for money aspect. But 2 years ?!
@WatcheswithGeorge11 күн бұрын
How long did you have to wait?
@Crackity_Jones.11 күн бұрын
@@WatcheswithGeorge Just short of 2 years, 22 months
@c.s.herman86011 күн бұрын
Dial looks cheap - look at SN0107 instead
@iron883cd12 күн бұрын
nobody wanna see you, focus on the watch for next time
@lew922315 күн бұрын
Lovely looking watch, that dial is nice. I have several Cadisen watches and I enjoy them, great value for money. Thanks
@shotbythebeard16 күн бұрын
Is it possible to have a new sapphire crystal installed on it?
@WatcheswithGeorge16 күн бұрын
Of you când find a watch makes that will put one in and if you când fine one retail, yes!
@tikkathreebarrels18 күн бұрын
Those hour induces are circular? They don't look it.
@boombringer407819 күн бұрын
movement wise just grab a seiko quartz.....
@ahmadsobhie194520 күн бұрын
I ask the watch is self winding? and about reserve power?
@WatcheswithGeorge20 күн бұрын
Yes it is self winding and it has a 40 hour power reserve
@ahmadsobhie194520 күн бұрын
@@WatcheswithGeorge thank you very much.
@santisukjaroenkijkul20423 күн бұрын
I have one, it’s super❤ recommended 🎉
@michaelheaney26117 күн бұрын
How big is your wrist? I've been on the fence about picking one up (they are deeply on sale right now, like $30) but I have a 7.25 in wrist so worried it might wear small with the large bezel
@stephenwolf843124 күн бұрын
I have 6.3 inc wrist which is better? 36mm vs 40mm ?
@WatcheswithGeorge24 күн бұрын
Well, I have a 6.3 inch also, so you can reference mine. The watch sits a little tall so I think that 40 would work better with the height. Thanks again
@user-ol5zr3pb9n25 күн бұрын
Not all that of a watch specially with the polished case sides, better with a brushed side cases and as you pointed out the bezel function in relation to the alignment is not right. I would not buy it even for $150
@bobnewby912927 күн бұрын
Why would you use a Sellita movement and then delete the seconds hand? Just use quartz and knock $600 off the price. No one would know the difference.
@asdfyxcv110028 күн бұрын
599 😁😆🤣
@futuristictycoon28 күн бұрын
$700
@WatcheswithGeorge28 күн бұрын
Hey there! thanks for the comment and support. The movement alone in those things is closer to 300 dollars. I do agree with you that it's a bit steep but I think we're so used to microbrans being on the cheaper end that we forget that these things cost money to produce!
@DavidRon29 күн бұрын
I'd consider this for $50 with a quartz caliber.
@dzyknior4977Ай бұрын
Good video thanks George. I don't mind the lack of a second hand as don't get so annoyed if watch not running accurately. I find a two hander easier to set as you don't need to wait for a second hand to go to zero to match phone time. Despite a decent movement you can pick a Hamilton Jazzmaster or Intra-Matic on the grey market below $500, they both have s similar movement with the ETA2892. I think they offer nicer dials and a date. I own the Jazzmaster Thinline and its one of the favourites in my collection
@WatcheswithGeorgeАй бұрын
Hey there! Thanks again for the comment and support. Very true, there will always be other or better options, but like I said, I think this watch is aimed to a different audience that doesn't look at movements and always compares everything. My wife loves it and despite having other watches from me, she much prefers this because it works with everything! Thanks again
@mikehiggins4079Ай бұрын
Without a second hand how do you tell how fast/slow it is running? I keep my watches in a watch box, not on a Timegrapher
@WatcheswithGeorgeАй бұрын
Hey there, thanks for the comment and support. That's true, I don't have a timegrapher either, I use a phone app that listens to the ticks inside. But let's face it, how much more regulating does it need when it comes out of the box at +4 seconds per day. Thanks again for the comment.
@1vbAPiYkАй бұрын
Adding philosophy to a poor design...
@WatcheswithGeorgeАй бұрын
That's the beauty of it!
@rainapplebyАй бұрын
50 meters WR
@BobJury-lf6bbАй бұрын
I bought one 3 years ago, very happy with it!
@WatchconnoisseurАй бұрын
What u suggest Shall I go for this watch
@WatcheswithGeorgeАй бұрын
Mine still runs perfectly with no issues! So yes!
@WatchconnoisseurАй бұрын
@@WatcheswithGeorge thank you for your kind suggestion Will follow your channel for guidance Thanks again 🙏🏻
@reinaldodiaz5732Ай бұрын
Tengo este reloj ! Muy bonito pero no es fácil la lectura horaria !
@brianfuller757Ай бұрын
I agree with all of your points. There are good reasons why G Shocks are so popular. 👌
@kylebarnsАй бұрын
I ended ordering one of these. Look forward to receiving it.
@ahamedazam3168Ай бұрын
I purchased one of these but it does have blue hologram sticker. Is this original still?
@htschmerdtz4465Ай бұрын
I love the way you gave this Chinese company, San Martin, a French pronunciation.
@MrFFSMANАй бұрын
just bought a blue one, Im in love with it
@Fausto_FauquerАй бұрын
For all of you crying about this watch not having a sapphire crystal...call your dam local jeweler and be be prepared to pay to have a sapphire crystal installed but don't whine and complain about this issue as if it's something that can't be remedied. As for me, I think Citizen made the right call on this watch to include a mineral crystal rather than a sapphire crystal. I rather have a shatter resistant crystal on a pilot tool watch than a scratch resistant one. End of story.
@Fausto_FauquerАй бұрын
As an owner of this Citizen Nighthawk watch that is built like a tank and going on ten years on my wrist with no issues since I bought it, I will invalidate all your 5 reasons for not liking this watch. The watch is not BIG....the problem is your wrist is SMALL. Reason 1 invalidated. Mineral crystal is more shatter proof than sapphire crystal. The only benefit of sapphire is its scratch resistance. Reason 2 invalidated. The dial is NOT busy...your brain capacity to read it properly is the problem here. Reason 3 invalidated. The bezel turns smoothly and easily because this is NOT a dive watch but rather a tool watch for pilots. Reason 4 invalidated. No lume on the GMT hand? Are you serious? This is a tool watch for pilots and NOT a world travelers watch. Lume on the GMT hand NOT required on this watch. Reason 5 invalidated. Conclusion: Your 5 reasons for not liking this watch have all been invalidated sir and seem more like a nitpicker issue. I suggest you see a psychiatrist for that problem. Nothing left to say.😁
@TheMensRoom2024Ай бұрын
Glassess are dope.
@TheMensRoom2024Ай бұрын
I own 2 G Shocks. The Mudmaster GG100-1B & da DW-5600HR-1CR there absolutely tanks. work in a warehouse drive a forklift. Watches never fail.
@realwarriorscholarАй бұрын
Why pay more for a homage? You could get the Helm Titanium version for the SM SS price!
@willmarshall4685Ай бұрын
I’ve bought many other alli watch brands and Cadisen delivers rock solid quality every time. My aqua racer homage is incredibly rugged and I’ve worn it diving, underwater hull cleaning…etc. not a single problem. By comparison; I was wearing a pagani design chronograph last week when the crystal just fell off and shattered on the asphalt. Didn’t hit it on anything…it just sled off. Cadisen is my Alli brand of choice.
@WatcheswithGeorgeАй бұрын
Stick around I have more videos on them on the way, quite controversial but in a good way!
@ragnarlothbrok936Ай бұрын
Saying no credit to San Martin is like saying no credit to this channel for this review..
@voltinvarghese9815Ай бұрын
Give me this😭😭🥹🥹
@ErnestoJSilvaАй бұрын
It is beautiful for sure, but the black bezel is not for me...
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What do u do if the movement needs repair? U just buy new movement from alli and u good to go? Thanks!
I expect Citizen to release a V2 version. Or AliExpress brands to homage.
Nice video! May I know your wrist size?
@@paolovillanueva7726 6.3 inches
Isn't the movement based on the eta c07.611 which is based on the 2824-2?
Heimdallr is ISO certified
san martin not san martan
There's a bit of sarcasm there 😅 in case you missed it!
Thanks George I have the Helm Komodo (2.5 years) and I covet it as much as my Oris Aquis. So I bought this Cadisen in the last sale with a fitted end tropical strap, as a beater, so my true beater does not get beaten🤣
:)))) I think that's the definition of a true enthusiast . I can see why people like them, but I, unfortunately do not have the wrist or the patience for one. I have friends with two and the adore them!
Yeah don't wait for the real thing, Have to have it now so buy a clomage and know its still not the real thing, and everyone else who knows watches knows too. LOL. Pass if I cant wait for the real deal then I didn't really want it.
Wait for two years to buy a watch that you might not like or buy this now , see if you like it and then buy the real deal? Basically that's what I said at the end of the video. Thanks again for the comment.
Hello George! Greetings from Brazil. I need to give you a watch tip. Very cheep one from Cadisen, with a Myiota 8215 series on it. It's another Cadisen model C8225 a homage (I think so) to a Hamilton Jazzmaster Slim. For about 40 US dolars. You just need to change the awful bracelet for a nice leather strap. It has a 38mm diameter, with sapphire (no AR) and a 22mm lugs (a bit strange, but it looks very cool). I have the blue one (all steel) I change the bracelet to a brown leather strap. I love this cheap watch.
For me, I’m usually not a supporter of Homaging Micro Brands. However, I don’t believe anyone who wants a Helm will be satisfied with just getting this. Also when Helm started, AliExpress was a joke, and it was “worth” the wait to get such a high quality piece at such a low price. It’s not the case anymore. Again all my humble opinions. Thanks for the great review!
I don't mind two holes, but three holes is better 🤭
Fine looking Cadisen, I like them & have 4 of their watches, great value for money. Thanks for the review
A replica of a micro brand? That`s a bit sad... Just pay a bit more and wait for the real one. I`d also much prefer an NH35 to Miyota 8000, and the lume. Its more important to support micro brands than the likes of Rolex and Omega etc.
Agree on all the above. But Helm has a long wait-list for a watch that you might not like. So 86 euros can save you in the long run!
If a Helm has a wafting list that should tell you about why people are willing to wait. Its called "QUALITY". Pass on a clomage/fake of a microbrand. A MICROBRAND LOL.
Received my Helm Vanuatu 2 weeks ago. Have to say, it is even better than expected.
I do agree on the value for money aspect. But 2 years ?!
How long did you have to wait?
@@WatcheswithGeorge Just short of 2 years, 22 months
Dial looks cheap - look at SN0107 instead
nobody wanna see you, focus on the watch for next time
Lovely looking watch, that dial is nice. I have several Cadisen watches and I enjoy them, great value for money. Thanks
Is it possible to have a new sapphire crystal installed on it?
Of you când find a watch makes that will put one in and if you când fine one retail, yes!
Those hour induces are circular? They don't look it.
movement wise just grab a seiko quartz.....
I ask the watch is self winding? and about reserve power?
Yes it is self winding and it has a 40 hour power reserve
@@WatcheswithGeorge thank you very much.
I have one, it’s super❤ recommended 🎉
How big is your wrist? I've been on the fence about picking one up (they are deeply on sale right now, like $30) but I have a 7.25 in wrist so worried it might wear small with the large bezel
I have 6.3 inc wrist which is better? 36mm vs 40mm ?
Well, I have a 6.3 inch also, so you can reference mine. The watch sits a little tall so I think that 40 would work better with the height. Thanks again
Not all that of a watch specially with the polished case sides, better with a brushed side cases and as you pointed out the bezel function in relation to the alignment is not right. I would not buy it even for $150
Why would you use a Sellita movement and then delete the seconds hand? Just use quartz and knock $600 off the price. No one would know the difference.
599 😁😆🤣
$700
Hey there! thanks for the comment and support. The movement alone in those things is closer to 300 dollars. I do agree with you that it's a bit steep but I think we're so used to microbrans being on the cheaper end that we forget that these things cost money to produce!
I'd consider this for $50 with a quartz caliber.
Good video thanks George. I don't mind the lack of a second hand as don't get so annoyed if watch not running accurately. I find a two hander easier to set as you don't need to wait for a second hand to go to zero to match phone time. Despite a decent movement you can pick a Hamilton Jazzmaster or Intra-Matic on the grey market below $500, they both have s similar movement with the ETA2892. I think they offer nicer dials and a date. I own the Jazzmaster Thinline and its one of the favourites in my collection
Hey there! Thanks again for the comment and support. Very true, there will always be other or better options, but like I said, I think this watch is aimed to a different audience that doesn't look at movements and always compares everything. My wife loves it and despite having other watches from me, she much prefers this because it works with everything! Thanks again
Without a second hand how do you tell how fast/slow it is running? I keep my watches in a watch box, not on a Timegrapher
Hey there, thanks for the comment and support. That's true, I don't have a timegrapher either, I use a phone app that listens to the ticks inside. But let's face it, how much more regulating does it need when it comes out of the box at +4 seconds per day. Thanks again for the comment.
Adding philosophy to a poor design...
That's the beauty of it!
50 meters WR
I bought one 3 years ago, very happy with it!
What u suggest Shall I go for this watch
Mine still runs perfectly with no issues! So yes!
@@WatcheswithGeorge thank you for your kind suggestion Will follow your channel for guidance Thanks again 🙏🏻
Tengo este reloj ! Muy bonito pero no es fácil la lectura horaria !
I agree with all of your points. There are good reasons why G Shocks are so popular. 👌
I ended ordering one of these. Look forward to receiving it.
I purchased one of these but it does have blue hologram sticker. Is this original still?
I love the way you gave this Chinese company, San Martin, a French pronunciation.
just bought a blue one, Im in love with it
For all of you crying about this watch not having a sapphire crystal...call your dam local jeweler and be be prepared to pay to have a sapphire crystal installed but don't whine and complain about this issue as if it's something that can't be remedied. As for me, I think Citizen made the right call on this watch to include a mineral crystal rather than a sapphire crystal. I rather have a shatter resistant crystal on a pilot tool watch than a scratch resistant one. End of story.
As an owner of this Citizen Nighthawk watch that is built like a tank and going on ten years on my wrist with no issues since I bought it, I will invalidate all your 5 reasons for not liking this watch. The watch is not BIG....the problem is your wrist is SMALL. Reason 1 invalidated. Mineral crystal is more shatter proof than sapphire crystal. The only benefit of sapphire is its scratch resistance. Reason 2 invalidated. The dial is NOT busy...your brain capacity to read it properly is the problem here. Reason 3 invalidated. The bezel turns smoothly and easily because this is NOT a dive watch but rather a tool watch for pilots. Reason 4 invalidated. No lume on the GMT hand? Are you serious? This is a tool watch for pilots and NOT a world travelers watch. Lume on the GMT hand NOT required on this watch. Reason 5 invalidated. Conclusion: Your 5 reasons for not liking this watch have all been invalidated sir and seem more like a nitpicker issue. I suggest you see a psychiatrist for that problem. Nothing left to say.😁
Glassess are dope.
I own 2 G Shocks. The Mudmaster GG100-1B & da DW-5600HR-1CR there absolutely tanks. work in a warehouse drive a forklift. Watches never fail.
Why pay more for a homage? You could get the Helm Titanium version for the SM SS price!
I’ve bought many other alli watch brands and Cadisen delivers rock solid quality every time. My aqua racer homage is incredibly rugged and I’ve worn it diving, underwater hull cleaning…etc. not a single problem. By comparison; I was wearing a pagani design chronograph last week when the crystal just fell off and shattered on the asphalt. Didn’t hit it on anything…it just sled off. Cadisen is my Alli brand of choice.
Stick around I have more videos on them on the way, quite controversial but in a good way!
Saying no credit to San Martin is like saying no credit to this channel for this review..
Give me this😭😭🥹🥹
It is beautiful for sure, but the black bezel is not for me...
The bezel is too busy for my taste as well.
Tough decision
How much Pakistani price?