An Underrated Everyday Watch for $1,000 That Checks Off the Boxes - Ball Fireman Enterprise 

My dad has been wearing a Ball watch for as long as I can remember, and as someone going into civil engineering, their technical history is something I have always found fascinating. Criminally underrated to me as well.

Earlier in the year, I bit the bullet and purchased one. It is definitely a nice watch, I’m impressed by how solid the watch is, and the finishing is incredible. So I would recommend this watch to anyone looking for a good watch under $1000.

I started paying attention to Ball after Teddy reviewed the Nightbreaker and that is what I got. It's incredible the amount of tech Ball squeeze into their watch in a 11.3mm case.

I own this watch for 2 Years now. Ball represents great value for money. The Case, Bracelet and Dial finishing is way beyond the 1000$. It can easily compete with watches 3-5 times of it's price.

I have this watch with the silver dial and I have to say I was shocked when it arrived. I thought that it looked nice online but the finishing for 1k blew me away. I wear this, my Explorer and my Tudor Glamour Day Date these days and this has helped squash my desire to get the OP at least not above retail 😁👍🏾

If Ball tapered the bracelet, narrowed the crown and colour-matched the date wheel, I really think this could be a break-thru piece for them.

purchased this watch about 5 years ago for a little less than $900..love seeing it get the love it deserves now..solid every day watch..love your videos..you're killing it...

The Ball watch polishing and overall finish is on another level and they have their own design language which is hard to find in watches in this price range. Good video as always Teddy 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

The fact that Ball has it’s roots in Cleveland is a huge reason I will own one, one day. And keeping with the Cleveland theme, there’s only one place from which to buy…

I bought the white dial version. I love that soft silvery glow!

Still like this one. I consider selling it sometimes, but then I wear it again and it's just nice to have. It's my go-to movie theatre and anything at night watch. The shot at 6:25 is absolutely spectacular

Great review that highlights the tremendous value of Ball watches. I have a Ball Fireman Enterprise and a Ball Trainmaster Streamliner. I find that even the best Super Luminova fades quickly, and the Ball Tritium is extremely visible throughout the night. This is particularly true of my Fireman Enterprise! I have been reading all the discussion about the Tudor Ranger, Omega Seamaster (Railmaster) and Rolex Explorer as tremendous explorer type watches. I have a DateJust, so I appreciate the credit given to Rolex, Tudor and Omega. However, when I think about pulling the trigger on on a Ranger, Seamaster or Explorer, I keep asking myself what I would get that is better than my Fireman Enterprise. I love the Tritium and the date, which I wouldn't have on at least two of the big three. Price?! I paid the price for a GS Spring Drive that I love. But, dollar for dollar, I have to say the Ball Fireman Enterprise is ahead in the top day-to-day watch category. It gets my vote for the best value "explorer" watch out there. Thanks for your quality reviews!

I own a silver dial version. It's one of my favourites in my collection. A highly underrated watch and although it's one of Ball's entry level models, one of the best looking. Swopped out the bracelet for a mesh strap.

A very honest and accurate review. Thanks to you Teddy, I now own 6 Ball watches. 2 of those are the Fireman Enterprise in black and white.

I have this watch. The only downside is the clasp. It’s my favorite watch to wear as an everyday driver.

I hope you review more Citizen watches specifically their ‘super-titanium’ watches in the Attesa line. I feel like they’re sleeper good in terms of value. Lightweight, scratch resistant metal, and sapphire crystal, solar, and pretty cheap because no hype inflation. I’m a rough wearer, I tend to ding my watch on a lot of surfaces but my watch always comes out unscathed, They’re like the metal version of the Casioak.

I own 2 Ball Trainmasters, value for money. This Fireman looks good, still reluctant to choose if I compare with Mido Commander

The fit and finish here looks outstanding for the price point, and I would love to try one of these on in-person. The watch has the looks of an elegant, luxury Swiss timepiece. What's crazy is that it's a hidden 'spec monster' and is absolutely within its depth as a tool watch. There are so many comparable "entry-level" Swiss brands that have specs and looks at this price point but they always seem to leave something to be desired, or they're trading on their brand name (looking at you Tissot)--this is a watch that really does have everything going for it, and handsome good looks, too. I really would love to try one on.

Love this watch for so many reasons. The lume, the size, the simplicity, the quality. It’s truly a GADA. Wish the clasp however, had an on the go adjustment function. It’s reminiscent for me of Sinn.

Have this one and love it. Many elements that makes it great for the low cost, but it was the bracelet that drew me to it. Very tool-like and unique. I recommend checking out their Fireman collection. Great fit, premium finish for the price you pay, unique bracelet. Looking at my second ball currently. Another fireman, but the Ducks Unlimited one. Straight up a field watch, but same case and bracelet as this one.

Funny how everyone says these are underrated. Who is underrating them? They have a good reputation and are COSC chronometers, every bit as well finished as a Rolex Explorer

Ball watches are an acquired taste. However, once you experience one, you quickly learn to love it. They're quirky, but not in a bad way. Just different.

I have a ball fireman racer which is the same case as this watch but with different dials and hands, it makes me not want to wear any other of my watches. Replaced the clasp and I am even more happy with it now.

Just purchased this watch from a local AD with the white/silver dial and love it! I do prefer dual deployant or fold over locking to this friction butterfly type clasp, but the uninterrupted bracelet look is appealing.

I have this watch and absolutely love it. It keeps excellent time. Mine is consistently operating at -1 second per day.

Its a very nice option for the money, i’l stick to my Tissot Gentleman though, 80 hours of power reserve and similar level of finish is more than enough for me. This is still really nice though… good to have options within that budget.

I have the Fireman II and it's my favourite watch in my collection, by far.

Killing me! Yet another enticing video on Ball watches. I think this version has got my attention. I do need to save as my budget has been Seiko or Citizen. I recall you saying in the past....."Keep your eye on the prize!" My fear is that the Ball watch brand will now get more attention and start increasing prices soon! Still though....salivating for the day I pull the trigger. Great review!

If only this particular model family of Ball has a 36-38mm... But nonetheless, one of the more doable wristwatch for most of us. Great review of this piece Teddy

Got the Fireman Glory, which is basically the same as this, except the date is at 4:30, allowing for a full-length index at 3. Only thing I'm mad about: the date wheel isn't color-matched.

Good brand, very well executed watches worth each cent spent on them.

Just got a ball engineer iii marvelight. My boss the owner of the company I work for has a 16k rolex and the ball beats it easily. Glad I got it!

Have been wearing a BALL Trainmaster for the past few years with sub-second and I really enjoy the clear and just lovely display and the simple yet very effective movement. Thanks

I was waiting for this review for so long, amazing video. It would be great if you could show as standard the watch in at least 2 different wrist sizes in every review.

Ball makes an amazing watch. Will purchase another soon. They're a premium watch company to be sure. Can't be beat for the price.

Love it. 2022, too bad the case is in 40mm (design smaller watch brands, please!)

Can I know how much it is to replace those lumes when it fades?

Very nice watch for the price and segment...I still like the Sinn 556 better

This watch is perfect balance of sport and elegant

Thanks for the review. A good option from ball unlike their other watches

I really like Ball watches, but 40mm in this style of watch is far too big for me. I would love to see a 36mm with decent lug width (20mm).

I heard that Ball is very difficult to work with. They don’t respond well in regard to customer service

Wish they had this exact design, but with a blue dial.

Excellent video

Wish Ball would be easy to get in EU.

Your website says it is $1,190 and you are saying that it is under $1,000 retail. Can you please check Teddy

love it! would totally buy one if i was making 4k a month

Bro I had no idea you were from my state of OH!!! Wow

Interesting. I was looking yesterday at three videos for the Muhle Glashutte Panova. Similar pieces and price points. How would you compare one to the other?

When can we expect the Teddy Baldassarre brick and mortar opening?

Good looking watch.

Can you do a review on the Titoni? Why not many reviewer talks about them?

what is the drop off of the tritium tube brightness? You said 15-20 years... Tritium has a half life of 13 years, so does that mean it is half as bright at that point or just starts dropping off sharply at that point? Also, does Ball offer a tritium replacement service?

Would love to have the white one,but they're hard to find in the EU 😔

You have the price listed as $999 on this video but the link provided shows $1199. Am I missing something here?

Ball is so underrated

Great $1000 dollar watch, but those indices are so long.

Would you recommend this watch over a Sinn 556 I B?

Somebody should tell them about 37_38 sizes ,even Rolex are rolling out 36 mm explorers.

Is the 904 steel like other Ball watches?

Please make a review for Ball Engineer M pioneer

Just purchased the Fireman victory 👻

I really love this watch and would have considered buying if it werent for that tubed lume. For a watch so simple yet elegant they could have done without the overly "tooly" feature of having that style of lume. Yes it will be great for when it gets dark. But why not keep the watch completely aesthetic instead of trying to add that unnecessary "fumctionality" which is in contrast with what else the watch seems to offer. Sad. I really loved the simplicity of this

BALL great watch!!

What grade ETA is inside?

Looks like a nice watch, but hard to beat Tissot Gentleman and Longines Conquest at that price range.

I'd rather get a Sinn 556

Ball fireman enterprise or sinn 556. Which one wouldy you chose?

OK but what about the Ball Engineer Magneto S? OK ciao!

I just ordered this watch. I hope it is as good as you describe it.

Mido or Ball?

REVIEW KING SEIKO BURGANDY DIAL TEDDY!

Sarb 033 over this. Any day.

I love my Ball watch. It is great to wear and looks great. However, their military marketing is not something I am a fan of, and I won't likely look at buying another. But, its hard to fault the hard product.

Teddy, you're killing me. I've always had a fascination with watches and your video's are helpful and frustrating at the same time. Should I build a collection or get one or two expensive (to me) watches. Should I spread the wealth among a few watch makers, or build a brand loyalty and learn the history of the brand. Ball, Hamilton, and Longines I believe are my choices. Longines is killing it. But Ball is a company I can get behind. Love Hamilton's history. Stop making video's.

isn't the longines conquest better for a little more?

Not sure I see extra value in this over a Tissot Gentleman for $200 less.

Bothers me the hands aren’t Teddy’s anymore

lut used burnt the footage

The counter Ballance on the second hand ruin's it for me .

IT'S $1,199 ON YOUR WEBSITE. I'LL BUY IT FOR $1,000.

Teddy, come on $1,200 is not really $1k. Beautiful watch though.

I just want to warn the people making the same mistake I did. Don’t buy watches from small underdog companies. When you need a repair, you will get big headaches. I bought a Ball Engineer 1917 GMT limited edition which stopped working 3 weeks after receiving the watch. They needed 8 weeks to send me information for the repair. It’s now 4 weeks I sent the watch to Ball in Switzerland and I still haven’t received any information about the status of the repair😢. Just save your money and buy Omega or Rolex.

You're just trying to flog the watch You're selling yes? Buy local guys, you can get a discount.

I really REALLY wonder why several influencers on youtube all of a sudden are promoting Ball watches. It must be s sponsored campaign by the (now) Chinese owners of the brand.

A bit boring watch

Boring watch 🤷🏻‍♂️