What started out as part of a Capstone Project in college, has steadily turned into so much more. I’m happy to continue reviewing products from the perspective of your honest average everyday Bro. Everyone’s support means so much to me and I’ll continue to develop this format as the channel extends it scale and reach. If you have any questions, please do feel free to reach out directly and connect, thanks All!
It’s beautiful watch I give to my self like birthday present this year!! And I love I stil think to buy the black dial but I’m still deciding between that or a skx013!
Did you post this video en Sept. 30th? Because on Oct. 1rst, Ascents’ initial discount ended and they went to their original retail price. Not $399 anymore, but still a bang for your buck.
Formex and Monta are both excellent brands quality wise, but boring to me. For a DW, I wanted something with more visual appeal, and Farer is what I went for. They make great high quality watches, and come in designs and colors that anyone will enjoy. I'd recommend people look at Farer also. I have two from the brand now, their GMT is what I wear most currently.
I bought the same configuration as this. I think for the price it was excellent. I have a very, very slightly misaligned bezel, but it takes a hard stare to notice. (If I had it on a nato I don’t think I could notice). As a “gada” watch it needs to be quite tame, “boring” and safe. I think the issue I will have in the future is their watches that have their own design language, as I find my tastes differ from Jody a lot based on his JOMW videos. Love the watch, not taken it off since I got it. I WOULD like to get the O bracelet in future to dress it down a little, but import costs blah blah. We will see. Might just throw it on a grey nato.
A great episode Mark! Great to hear your thoughts, especially with your experience with the MARPAT pattern. The blue accents of the Glycine looks even better in video alongside with the BR-82 scheme. And a great trio combo selection - I can't read the words "air, land and sea" without hearing the USMC hymn in my head!
How is yours running? Of 3 SPB 143s I tried, one was out of spec, one on the bubble, and one was good. My SPB 451 is about +7 in all positions in the box, closer to +12 when worn. It seems that the 6R movements are all over in terms of accuracy/positional variation. When you compare this to the TAG, or the Tudor I think both of those brands will be uber consistent. I.e., a grey market BB58 is ~+$400 over one of these, is COSC so will run at +1.5/+2 forever. How has your 6L37 been running? I have the gray/green en route and am hopeful that it is a consistent performer that hopefully runs well within spec. Great video, thanks!
I won’t own this because of other options. But damn, this is on par with the Rolex Explorer II on GADA vibes. I put this on a fair level to the Traska Commuter Date, which is almost twice the price. Except more Grand Seiko looking.
Hi Mark! The second watch of Erebus is exactly the kind of watches I like! A real GADA watch which could easily be your one watch collection if you choose the right color. Your enamel white dial is this kind of choice. I picked the blue helix dial for myself because it has a bit more eye candy. Best wishes, Claus
Mark, how about a video of the Ascent v Citizen NB1050 white dial v white dial? I had that Citizen watch but could not get a great fit. The Erebus is better because of the claps, I believe. Can get a terrific fit. Both watches are very similar. Your thoughts?
From what I can tell, it seems to be a solid, well made watch. For $400 you get a well regulated movement which is more than I can say for the SPB 317 I just bought and those go for $900. The only complaints I saw in the Erebus Facebook group were about DHL.
I bought mine on Amazon Prime and I'm glad I did. Easier return when I discovered a ton of QA issues. Very rough finish and screws that were already stripped out when I tried to size the bracelet. Returned about 20 minutes after it arrived.
I bought 2 of the origin and now this black enamel accent. Happy with all of them. A commenter here started that the bracket is a sharp edges potato Peeler. I got the Jubilee bracelet and it's very comfortable with no sharp edges anywhere on either clasp or bracelet. As for the rest of the watch, very well finished on the case and dial. Miyota movements are accurate and reliable high beat movements so no complaints there either. Untouchable at this price point IMHO.
Good review 👍🏻 I purchased the Adventurine dial with the J style bracelet. I am enjoying my purchase 😊 The only needed improvement I would point out would be to soften the edges of the twin pushers on the clasp.
The design is clean and straightforward so I went for the more interesting blue helix dial and I am not disappointed. I find the dial mesmerizing, especially in strong light. It really draws you in. I also opted for both the j-style and o-style bracelets so I can change the look of the watch. I find it very comfortable on both bracelets.
So, can MKBHD only review the one phone he bought? I mean if he ever has to buy a phone ever again in his life. Or what about all of the car reviewers, do they only feature their personal daily driver? Just because people can be shills doesn't mean that everyone is one. I own hundreds of watches, do you think the motivation of one more for free really carries that much weight over my opinion? Like the prospect of owning a $400 watch not comparable to my Grand Seiko SBGR017 is some type of incentive for me?
A review of a watch that cost the reviewer nothing and was sent to him by someone he wants to stay on good terms with. Reviewer is very honest about this, very early on too, so not criticising him but it does render the whole review pointless as he’s basically telling you he is advertising this watch. Value??? He got it for free so in no position to judge value and shouldn’t try. Only $399… and half that in a month when you realise you haven’t worn it since you bought it.
It does cost me something, my time. And I value my time. I don't have to make any of these videos, I enjoy making them about watches that I enjoy. Just buying something doesn't somehow hyper-qualify your opinion on it. Someone who's never owned a watch, say's this one is good or bad and purchased vs. someone who's owned and experienced hundreds of watches and received one as a loaner or gift. I don't know about you but my Mom gifted me a Movado once, I didn't have any problem telling her I didn't like it although I had every incentive to stay on good terms with her and I've seen some I don't particularly like wearing a watch I do think is nice and I also had no problem acknowledging that the watch was good, without any extra incentive to like it. Buying something doesn't remove personal bias either, I share my personal views regardless of how the product is received. I don't sell my watches either, so I don't gain from any hype around liking particular models. It's all about a shared experience for me, just like word of mouth I'd pass on about a movie I liked and wanted to recommend.
The watch didn’t cost you time, it was free. Making the video cost you time, surely it was your choice whether to make the video? All fair enough but this is very much pitched as a watch review and this does appear to be a channel that reviews watches so you can understand why I thought this was watch review.
@@Caesarean736 did you read my response? Yes, it was my choice to make this video, which cost me time, thus spending time with the watch. You keep implying that this isn't a review. So can nothing else be reviewed if not purchased at retail? Tech reviewers can only review their personal gear and car reviewers can only review their daily drivers?
@@Caesarean736 you should try to create your own review. I do the most basic with just my phone. No editing. No script. A 20 min vid can take me an hour just to set up and film. That's valuable time when I have a full time job and two kids. Everyone's time is valuable and used mostly in trade for monetary recompense. If it weren't, no one would have a job.
I have this watch but I will admit it’s a box checker design. Granted I’m very happy to finally have all those Boxed checked but it ends up appearing generic and uninspired. It is a wonderful baseline from which to build a brand.
I like my Ascent Blue Helix. I was so excited about the bracelet, but then the nasty surprise: sharp edges and corners everywhere - a real potato peeler... I'm so disappointed. This is chinese quality for 150.- The bracelet is useless and I don't want to know what it would do to the shirt sleeves... now i use an FKM strab... what the heck... And don't you always compare it to brands like Rolex... that's lightyears away...
I am thinking of getting a field watch and these two are my top choices, however, looks like I am gonna get Hamilton for one reason only...Who on Earth Seiko did not match the lume on the hands with the color of the markers and numerals. Looks like hands were taken from another watch.
This is a fine watch, but I’m conflicted. It ticks all the boxes. Is it ugly? No it’s not - it’s quite attractive and well made. But I just can’t get excited about it. It just lacks an edge. It’s too safe. Too mainstream. Boring even. I don’t get excited about a datejust either. But each to their own. Well done Jodie + life partner, but not for me.
I absolutely love watches, the high end watch brands are out of my budget but the AMZWATCH has literally an almost duplicate of every single watch on the market . Always a great but no matter your budget.
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