Fun....But Flawed! The Doxa Sub 200

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I love parts of this watch, but grit my teeth at others. The bracelet looks like an afterthought, and for $490AUD it should be much more than an afterthought. I'll say that again, $490AUD! Doxa, get a grip of yourself, you aren't Omega or Rolex, you can't charge $250USD for a rubber strap. I'll keep it for a while at least due the amazing colour and the charm of the watch head, but they need to do a 200.2. Cheers, Jody

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7 окт 2020

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@KevW03 3 года назад

Was great to meet you Jody! And a fair review in my opinion

@who-asked613 3 года назад

So, I own this watch myself. I own it in yellow divingstar. It was a gift for my college graduation so obviously I’m going to be heavily biased, but I don’t mind the bracelet. I find the actual links and flexibility of it to be quite comfortable. Also, the 19mm lugs don’t bother me because I don’t intend on changing the strap, and if I did, it would go on a Barton rubber as they have 19mm options for $20. That said, the clasp is by far the worst part of this watch. It’s like 1990’s Breitling colt territory and that is not a compliment. As for the price, it’s a case of, it is what it is. Once you get into Swiss “heritage” brands, the law of diminishing returns comes into play big time. Tudor is quite happy to sell you an ETA 2824 for $2200. The bracelet may be higher quality than the Doxa, but not $1200 dollars better. This is a very imperfect watch. Yet, when the yellow dial plays with the light, it just hits me in all the right ways.

@drewsleyy3836 Год назад

beautifully written man

@THEMADWATCHCOLLECTOR 3 года назад

A flawed Doxa?!?!?!?! ;) If I ever get a Doxa it would be this colour! Maybe not this case but the iconic 70’s case! Dimensions like the mini turtle? Like it more now!

@JacksonMurphyhaha 3 года назад

Doxa should be a crayon color.

@samlsecond8200 3 года назад

Strap price is absolutely criminal. Doxa should be ashamed of themselves.

@suheilkaspar8885 3 года назад

I appreciate your decency and authenticity with regard to exposing the down points of this watch, with which and I totally agree. And you do that despite the fact that you've bought it !

@alecmoriarty 3 года назад

Instead of the Doxa “Professional” they should call it the Doxa Red Flag. Because that’s all I was seeing during the video. Thanks for the video Jody!

@jono8884 3 года назад

Such a nice looking watch that stumbles on bracelet, clasp and even accuracy.

@donaldallison 3 года назад

Copper wire was invented by two Scot's men fighting over a penny.

@glennpowell3444 3 года назад

You beat me to that comment. Cheers!

@gavindalziel9022 3 года назад

My dad dropped a penny once,he bent down to pick it up so fast it hit him on the back of his head!

@matthewgurlitz3514 3 года назад

Jody, thank you for that comparison between the Doxa and the Chronos. I don't think I've ever seen a better illustration of how a larger-diameter watch can read much smaller than another one with actually smaller dimensions. Fascinating stuff, the design of the watch does not solely depend on the diameter, it's all about the lugs, bezel, everything that goes into it and just makes it what it is. Both are beautiful watches, but it is interesting to look at how the subtle details form the overall aesthetic, and our perception of the watch's size.

@redcard1990 3 года назад

Thank you so much Jody. I was on the fence about getting this or putting in a pre-order for a Halios Seaforth..and though I'm yet to receive the Seaforth, I am glad that I didn't spend the hard earn cash on this watch. You're amazing!

@snakemont 3 года назад

my man, i thank your for your reviews. your scottish accent and your humor eases my day! thank you!

@JustOneMoreWatch 3 года назад

Thanks for watching the channel Dario!

@TheWatchtowerWatchReviews 3 года назад

Colour scheme on that one is amazing, love the black and orange look, stunning!

@soap.333 2 года назад

I love watching old JOMW vids. I kinda miss the old school intro Jody, I’d love to see it once again. Much love from NYC

@cybr600 2 года назад

Thanks Jody for opening our eyes to it. I had a Tissot T-touch with a clasp and extension this cheep which I ended up selling because of that.

@Mike-kr9ys 3 года назад

Thanks for illuminating this watch with the JOMW bright light of Truth! You just saved a bunch of folks a ton of buyer's remorse.

@anthonydevono8833 3 года назад

Thanks for this I was looking at one of these as my next level up watch but now realise it’s a no go

@locobenno9435 3 года назад

burnt orange is by far my favourite colour but I struggle to wear it on a watch, looks great but so hard to match.....loved the honesty regarding the bracelet, good review once again, thanks

@TexasBulldog74 Год назад

I was just about to order this watch. Man, the gripes you have are completely valid. Man, it looked so good too.

@mabr6444 3 года назад

I've got both the SUB 1200T and the SUB 300 and they have the same clasp on the bracelet. To be honest it's super slim, very comfortable and does a great job. I would hate to see a modern chunky milled clasp on a retro inspired watch. The dive extension is a joke though, i can't even fit it over my 3mm wetsuit.

@brighammmer 3 года назад

I had a similar experience with one of my favorite watches . . . I have an edox 80503 and I got it with a leather strap. After a few months I decided I wanted a steel bracelet. But it's 21mm. So after trying one that didn't fit happily, I ponied up the $110 for thiers(including shipping from Switzerland) and I got it. While I am glad it now has a steel bracelet that fits, it has a cheap pressed steel clasp and no real adjustability. I have seen far nice bracelets on watches that cost less whole than this one bracelet did. But I have it now.

@tenshin2002 3 года назад

very good review, great job in highlighting the good and the bad. Great shots!

@jasue2000 3 года назад

Everything you said is the reason I went with the 300t. Unbelievable bracelet, running +-0 terrific watch. EXCEPT the lume is rubbish!! Love my Doxa just a couple of little issues

@mountman5386 3 года назад

Great review. Shame about the cut corners but really good to see someone with the balls to call them out on it. I do love my SKX in yellow on a yellow rubber strap. Bright!

@dustytriumph 3 года назад

Another great review. I was initially so excited by the announcement of the impending release of these 200's I was thinking there was definitely one in my future but that 19mm lug width along with the size killed it for me...especially that lug width. Wanted drilled lugs and a solid SS bezel option for the Sharkhunter. Then all would have been perfect for me. I would have hoped for better timekeeping too. I have NE15 and NH35 as well as Miyotas that keep much better time and a SW200 that only gains a second in a week.

@Watchandcutgearchannel 2 года назад

I like your videos quite a bit! Keep up the great work! I’ve been eyeing the Tiffany blue colored one quite a bit. I really dig it!

@DeRobez 3 года назад

Awesome review! Thank you. Reconsidering buying this watch now.

@JimAlaska49 3 года назад

I actually like your old background...

@fattyacid1901 3 года назад

@Jim Alaska Jody's been fighting 24Hours At A Time for that background for years. It seems Jody lost.

@Saint789 3 года назад

Me too...

@andrewholt3849 3 года назад

It was that German girl You Tuber who brought in this generic style background and a lot of You Tubers followed like Lemmings. This is too dark and the white book shelves before looked genuine and provided a good backdrop.

@syndicatedsatellite7288 3 года назад

There are still lots of videos you can watch over to stay with the old background.

@andrewholt3849 3 года назад

If Jody has got any sense; he'll revert to the old one. It's like scrapping the map as a background to individual watches. Most of these recent copy-cat Jenni-Elle backgrounds look like they are in a funeral parlour: Just Blue Fish copied immediately Eric Rivera has a more funky one; but with the identical vestige useless shelf Bark and Jack has a very similar set up, but both he and @watcheric are too savvy with the photography to have a morbidly dark and funereal background. Bring back the white book shelves, Jodi!

@jamessmith6402 3 года назад

I have to admit I love a beads of rice bracelet 👍 thanks Jody good review

@philipcanman 3 года назад

Insanity in the pricing, no thank you. Rather have a Blue Casio Duro on a Barton strap

@KillingMoon_ 3 года назад

Some of these watches aren't for the average joe lol

@juancarlossarmiento4500 2 года назад

Well done video, thanks from Colombia

@davemck1887 3 года назад

Love the shape of the case and the optical illusion it gives. Unfortunately not keen on the high polish beeds of rice bracelet. Great review Jody, cheers mate.

@roamready9732 3 года назад

Jodi, great vid 👍 Your "niggles" are all valid. I purchased a Doxa 1200T 7 years ago for my 30th and despite the aforementioned "niggles" it is one of my favs. The bracelet and clasp make for sense on the 'vintage' reissues as the bracelets where much the same in the 60's. But on a new design these are less-than-choice. Also, although the website claims "ETA" my watch maker upon servicing my Doxa reported it was indeed a Sellita! -Not a deal breaker, but indeed marketing that should be checked. If anyone is interested in a review of the 1200T I posted one some time ago, the videography is terrible but there ya go.

@wingi7722 3 года назад

Doxa were known for the Lume and visibility back in the day. Pity the lume on this one doesn't live up to their reputation .Good to see that they had a go at a lumed bezel , but maybe a revised version could see improvement in both the lume and the bracelet.

@mattys1467 4 месяца назад

Love Doxa. Love my recently purchased Doxa White Pearl. I swapped the rubber strap for the OG bracelet. Not the best but not terrible

@mrbud8524 Год назад

I love Doxa ❤ l own the same one the Orange with the bracelet looks stunning in person going to add another Doxa to my watch collection

@jodobaggens2723 2 года назад

I just picked up the SRP black Turtle and Im in love with it. I planed on using it for many years and get a Doxa as an upgrade when that time to move on comes. After this review, I def wont.

@juanromejr 3 года назад

BEST camera flip on RU-vidland!!! GO Jody!!!

@timothythomas1626 3 года назад

Wearing that very Cronos and Love it. Only had it about 4 days. This Cronos just feels good. The Bracelet is comfy.

@kyliehenderson1994 3 года назад

Love the tee Jody. Wow I was seriously considering one of these for my birthday. I had noticed the price of the rubber strap before this review and was flabbergasted. Love your reviews. Cheers.

@JordiBartoll 3 года назад

Hey Kylie! I'm really glad you like my tee!

@lonewolf30531 Год назад

I love the Doxa brand . The cushion case is my fav

@triples4good Год назад

HeyJody, another great video. I really appreciate your honest reviews. Apart from the watch, I always look forward to the tee shirt your sporting! Never a disappointment. I also completely agree with the assessment on the bracelet. Definitely the weak link….no pun intended.

@blacktoothstavros2606 3 года назад

Love the Vostok tee.

@JordiBartoll 3 года назад

Hey Stephen! Glad you like it. Is a design of mine...

@theryguy4307 3 года назад

Jordi Bartoll you sell them??? Been wanting one

@JordiBartoll 3 года назад

@@theryguy4307 yes! You can order it here: www.redbubble.com/es/i/camiseta/Hora-de-bucear-tio-blanco-de-coloriscausa/41454391.7H7A9.XYZ Really glad you like it!!

@blktauna 3 года назад

@@JordiBartoll I love it! thats the model I own :). Thx!

@JordiBartoll 3 года назад

@@blktauna Thank you! I own a Vostok myself and I just thought that it would be nice to have a tee with that small dude... So I gave it to Jody that seems to like it too ;o)

@stylewithaltitude 3 года назад

Clicked for the color pretty cool looking watch.

@JohnDavis-ol7qg 3 года назад

I have only one orange dial watch, and it's a Elini Barokas skeleton and I just put it on a orange NATO strap. It has a black case, and at 57mm width and 17mm thick, it's a very large watch. It's a dive watch that came on a rubber strap. Looking at the New Rolex, I am liking the different orange and yellow colors they came out with. I just pre ordered a Panzera Aquamarine Pro diver on a mesh but want the Yellow rubber strap but don't want to spend the $70

@dennisdizongarcia8000 2 года назад

Thank you for this! I was on the cusp to order this, but the cheap bracelet is a deal breaker.

@abdulmsiddiqui4344 3 года назад

Get a parnis sterile dial and spray paint it orange

@DylanTrekking 3 года назад

You definitely should try the Ollech & Wajs C-1000. Amazing watch with crazy specs and amazing vintage diver feeling

@77cjam 3 года назад

Nice watch, but not sure it's a grand nice. It is a lovely colour. I had an orange Orient Ray 2 that I did love but found orange to be a challenging colour to wear sometimes. But in the sun in a casual situation it's great.

@edwardkollar448 3 года назад

Have you looked at Baltic watches? I have 3 of them and their customer service is very good. They have the Bronze diver in blue and black now. They also have choices for strap and bracelet and reasonable costs.

@jonathanou8122 3 года назад

Bless your orange heart. I love the looks of this one in almost any other color. Sorry Jody but that is just too shouty for my taste. Enjoy your summer and excuse my while I dig out my parka for the coming winter...

@eggsII 3 года назад

That orange shot! It’s nice aesthetically, and I like the case sizing... $250 bucks for a rubber strap?! Crazy! Doxa is working that brand value hard here...

@comickebs748 3 года назад

Man. How I wish you could review a Doxa SUB 300 Professional. I own the 600t Clive Cussler edition from the early 2000s, and love whenever I see a SUB getting some love.

@thebaldwatchcollector 3 года назад

Looking forward to this review, got the gilt dial on my radar

@nicks6813 3 года назад

I was charmed as well. Feeling a bit lukewarm about it after this review, though I do wear it frequently.

@elarson312 3 года назад

I am interested in the blue dial version of this watch. But I am now conflicted as other reviews of this watch point out similar shortcomings. It’s frustrating that Doxa got the bracket so wrong and then significantly overpriced the strap.

@nikitakozinets7924 3 года назад

I literally laughed out loud on 1:45 😂 Jody, your videos always make my day 👍🏻

@JustOneMoreWatch 3 года назад

Thanks for watching mate!

@hubertuswolfthaler 3 года назад

Glad I watched this, I was considering a black Doxa 200 and was already a bit iffy about that non-tapering bracelet; now that I know that it actually flares out to 20mm (what the hell?), I‘ll probably go for the Seiko SPB143.

@Emaratilfy 3 года назад

Good choice! Even Seiko's cheaper divers are a better value than the Doxa. I like the charm but Doxa is just living off the strong brand now - they're straight up lazy

@alexanderwilson5089 Год назад

Having owned an SPB143 before, and now owning the Sub 200 Sharkhunter... QC is better on the Doxa, as is accuracy of the SW200 (previously ETA) movement vs. the 6R35 from Seiko. Who cares about the 70 hr power reserve and LumiBrite if you can't even hit the -25/+15 spd at the $1,000 price point ... sheesh.

@damianosavraammisaelidis9727 3 года назад

Perhaps an ISOfrane strap can be the solution Jody? Great review as always.

@philspencelayh5464 3 года назад

That domed crystal saves the watch, really gives it that bit extra.

@SquirrelRIP 2 месяца назад

I’m going to get the pro on a orange rubber, looks stunning 🟠❤️🟠

@guidine7 3 года назад

well done review Sir

@leebalmforth2269 3 года назад

Cool watches+cool t-shirt 👍

@_Peter_. Год назад

Great content! Like the case, reminds me of an Omega… For the price I do prefer a 42mm sub 1000€ Crepas Plongeur with (obviously better regulated) ETA 2824-2…

@ramblin1209 3 месяца назад

Barton has you covered with a nice 19mm silicone elite straps. This watch might be my next one!

@stevewoolmer2345 3 года назад

Think this has convinced me to go for the Axios for my next purchase... unless you have another vintage diver you can recommend.. I already have the Oris 65 diver, but looking for something in a colourful option.

@jeff1176 3 года назад

Wow I would have thought for a grand it would have been better. I'll stick with my orange sammi on a crafter blue orange strap. Great info Jody keep up the great content sir.

@richardgregg2366 3 года назад

Coming soon to a watch-flip website near you! 😄

@nickhannaford3253 3 года назад

Glad you got to check out a Doxa Sub Jody. 👍 I’m a big fan of theirs but the prices have gone crazy. Those straps and bracelets 😳. I own a vintage Sub 300T Professional and the first re-issue from around 2000. For many years they were my only watches. ( Until I started watching your channel😱😉) That re-issue was a limited edition of 1000 and roughly the same price as your Sub 200! Ok 20 years is a long time. But does it suffer from the Porsche Boxster problem, in that it’s not a 911? And you’ll catch yourself thinking...should have bought the Sub 300T.

@SugaHoneyIceTea36 Месяц назад

I can’t stand the fact the 300’s don’t have raised markets and aften are misprinted

@slayermeb Год назад

I see it as a Fashion Watch. It's not bad, I will buy the Tiffany color version.

@BlindProphet413 3 года назад

I've said this before, but 19mm lugs show up a lot for how "non-regulation" they are. It's annoying for sure, but I'm almost more annoyed that strap-sellers haven't noticed and started making more 19mm straps at this point, since it seems watch-makers aren't going to budge on the issue. I figure if someone started selling bands in that size they could do good business. And, for what it's worth, WatchGecko offers a bunch of leather options, a few NATOs, a mesh and a "oyster-ish" all in 19mm, for anyone who is looking.

@justacomment1657 3 года назад

I realy enjoy your reviews Jodie. Is there a chance to see more dressy watches? Things that can go with suits like the cocktails?

@johnbarrie8501 3 года назад

Hi Jody, great review. Looking at the NTH Devilray at the moment, the white silver dial looks amazing Comes also with what looks like a excellent bracelet and clasp How’s about a review of that one, as its rather Doxa ish Anyway have a great summer!

@stefanobiondi2586 3 года назад

I bought it. Thank you for the advice for Barton strap. Bye!

@bassmanbowman3266 3 года назад

Gorgeous!, I gotta get one.😎

@gimbydude491 3 года назад

Love the looks of that dial and crystal. Your niggles and moans are spot on, some little things to tweak to make it soooo much better. Current configuration and price would be a no go for me. Make the suggested changes and I would have to do some hard comparison shopping, but it would at least make sense to compare at that point, currently, not so much. Of course, $1k watches are conspicuously absent from my collection currently, so perhaps my discussing $1k watch comparisons for purchase is equal to Doxa’s dream world strap pricing.....😂

@lifenature5463 3 года назад

I am a big fan of your channel. Lately, I am intrigued by orange dial color watches. Finally, I bought an Islander 38mm Automatic Dive Watch with Solid-Link Bracelet, AR Sapphire Crystal, and Luminous Ceramic Bezel Insert #ISL-22. SII NH36 automatic movement with day-date, hand winding, and hacking; by Islander Watch Company for 299 USD plus shipping to Italy 16.14 USD, plus import taxes, duties, carrier commission that I estimate an extra 70 USD. Not bad at all! I can't wait to receive it. I'd like to see a review of that watch made by you.

@patricksmatrick6193 3 года назад

Love this channel.

@dallesandro411 3 года назад

Love that Instagram photo !!

@Norsemann 3 года назад

19mm lugs is no problem. Just use a file and you easily make a 20mm bracelet 19mm, and a sharp knife of scalpel on a leather or rubber strap. My Tag Heuer is a 19 mm and I've adjusted many straps for it

@nathanc2222 3 года назад

Good morning/evening from West Tennessee!

@davidpippin3460 3 года назад

The sub 300T is still my dream watch. I have much more expensive brands but the one I have always wanted is the 300T. There is just something about it. My wife remains unconvinced so I am Doxa-less.

@ForeverUnknowing 3 года назад

HELLOOOOOOO JODY! I see you've found a Halloween watch!😂 I like these and think they're gorgeous. I especially love that case profile! That bracelet though...😭

@giangvu7902 2 года назад

I own this watch and I personally think the bracelet is quite nice, especially with screws for the links. The case work is immaculate and better than watches at $3000 plus. Doxa knocked it out of the park on this piece.

@Jacked153 3 года назад

Would have loved to seen it on that Orange Rubber strap you showed from Barton

@rdk_metalmelter1250 3 года назад

I'll keep my orange SKX011, thank you!

@henrywest7217 3 года назад

A very fair review

@Bazo_watches 3 года назад

Stunning watch. A bargain at this price (except the strap :))

@theworkinggentleman8146 3 года назад

I don't always choose an orange watch but when I do it's a Doxa. I Love it.

@valerin0 3 года назад

Great review

@stephencharlton2024 3 года назад

the whole thing is madness at 1500!!!!

@duncanb1981 3 года назад

You want a strap, look into Bonetto Cinturini. Italian natural rubber that smell like vanilla. Used by micro and other larger swiss brands. Circa $30 great quality and not the lint magnet a silicone one is. Numerous colours available, vintage styles too. I'd be surprised if that doxa one wasn't actually made by them or they didn't have one nearly identical.

@rctezluh42069 3 года назад

holy mackeral on those bracelets, very cool watches though!!!

@mathieut3197 3 года назад

Love the look, but for 1K I was expecting more, I guess? Seems like the Yema is still a pretty good option, if only for the dollar value...

@IBoughtAWatch 3 года назад

Just started watching and RU-vid ran a Wotsits ad really going for the atomic orange theme 😅

@timothythomas1626 3 года назад

The Cronos Clasp is a solid 8.5 of 10 conservatively .

@ruby055 2 года назад

Picked up the yellow color way on the rubber for $729 on a gray market site.

@mrpipspoppersv9093 3 года назад

Hi, I tried on the chronograph version of this watch it's a 45mm but wore much smaller it was a great looking watch. I hope you could do a video review of the chrono version it's HOT!