Absolutely beautiful. You can tell that this one's tough to film...but I can also get the sense of how amazing it must look in person! That dial is awesome!
Wise is a wonderful brand. I ❤ the two I have, this 24k gold being my second one. Micro brands try a lot harder to make something unique and special. Wise nails it every time.
That's a really gorgeous dress watch. Dial and all. The two included leather straps is a brilliant idea as both the brown and the black give different vibes. I don't do much gold either but this works. Certainly not as a formal dress watch like for traditional black tie events but definitely as a modern day dressy watch with a suit. The all polished wouldn't even matter that much for an occasional wear piece. Thanks for sharing Shane.
I'm brand new to this channel and am already loving your content and approach to watch reviews - than you. Regarding the dress/sports designation, I think, especially in that wool strap, it encompasses both. This pairing looks to me perfectly at home in the wrist of someone on holiday in the British countryside enjoying a brandy by the fire after a day of hunting. Not sure if it's my particular cup of tea, but a tremendous offering from Wise. Thanks again for your insight.
Wise definitely seems like a group of passionate artisans more than just a watch company. The pattern on the dial reminds me of the cubes from "Super 8".
Im entirely with you on the gold thing.. no gold watches or hybrids for me 'but' ... that dial is so good ! I live in Thailand and its not like you see a lot of western style, or internationally attractive design around (other than western style resorts etc), but Wise are knocking it outa the park for me. The Ad790 Damascus case really floats my boat and that AD15 is stunning. Original, wearable and Classy! Great review again. 👌🙏👍
Wow that dial is pretty special, I think it is a little bright for me, but the watch looks great. I wasn't sure about 24K Gold Filled Dial being written at the bottom though. I recently bought a 38mm Miyota 9039 powered dress style watch, the Baltany 1921 homage with centre seconds, rather more subtle, but very nicely made with a beautiful dial, I would be interested to hear your thoughts if you reviewed it 👍
Hello and thanks for this video. It took some weeke, but I was so happy when it finally arrived. The video images, even very beautiful, do not pay tribute to the depth of the dial. As soon as you turn your wrist a little, the patterns seem to change. And if you turn a little more, they seem to change again. You could see 6 different dials on one. It's surrely not my gada watch, but it is in my rotation, and not just when I have to be dressed for a "soirée".
Just ordered this watch and the bronze watch with blue dial. I was surprised to find their bronze watch SOLD OUT while i was still surfing their website!!! So i talked to customer service and didnt get any reply but found 2 pieces magically appear on their website. Fckn pressed that BUY button so HARD am sure he felt it in Thai-land 😅
I've got the Hitman and the AD-7 Damascus cased watch and they're both VERY good. I think my feelings on this one would echo your own. But, I just don't need a dress watch, or even a dressyish watch. I have a few I never wear already. Lovely watch though!
It's definitely a marmite dial, love it or hate it. This one is not to my taste but as a brand I'm very impressed and I'm sure I'll be a customer at some point 👍
Agree with you about gold watches. I think they look awesome on others but when I try one it looks silly. I guess I’m just not posh. That is a stunning watch.
Great review. I'm with you on the subject of gold in/on watches - my Seiko SARB 017 Alpinist is about as close as I get to bit's of gold that I think work. And while this particular Wise is just a bit on the high side of bling for me, I still think they pulled it off nicely, and quite the buy for well under $1k.
To understand the gold dial you have to understand the country of its origin, Thailand. In Thailand 24k gold is considered an omen of good luck to come, it is everywhere from Thai wahts to statues and almost every Thai man and women wears 24k gold. When children turn 1 years old the closest family member aunts grandparents will give the child necklaces or bracelets of 24k gold as to bring them good luck in the future. So a Thai watch with a 24k gold dial would be a omen of good luck.
I like gold ascent watch, it is just more eye-catching. Full gold is a bit overkill, two tone strikes a good balance, gold dial is comfortable too. Rolex OP White Grape was replaced by the various bright dial colours abt 2 years ago and is a pity, it has nice gold ascent dial.
Thanks for the review Shane. Wise watches look amazing. Of the four Wise watches you mentioned and have experienced in the video, which would you say would be best for a 6.75 inch wrist?
In terms of size and fit, I'd say this one. But if you want something more casual check out the AD7 series. It's sort of like their Aqua Terra, but in 39mm. The one I reviewed was in Damascus Steel, but they have 904L as well. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-cdiEECoY43U.html
If I had to nitpick one detail, I could do without the reference to 24k gold filling on the dial. I understand that it is a blingy sort of watch, but that just seems like a step too far. If you have to show people that your dial is real gold, and not gold tone, you’re trying too hard.
Very enjoyable and quite thought provoking, this review. As it stands, I was taken by this project and backed it early on. I have still not received it due to costly complexities in importation, which means I might only see it months from now. Funnily, since reviews have come out I have felt more ambivalent about it. I am actually not usually after a 'loud' watch and while I appreciate the material choices, was interested in this due to the intricacies and details of the design. Gearing it described as loud has made me doubt my choice. Your description, however, makes me reconsider once again, as actually that really suits me and my likes. And having a truly visibly celebratory watch also is no bad thing. By the way, I really enjoyed seeing it on the woollen strap. What strap is that? Are there more colourways?
@@gideonMorrison sorry, I wasn't being very explicit. Although last time I tried here something was stuck at the border because of communication and processing failures on the part of DHL with a huge bill as a result for over a month. I'm still waiting for some recompense, though should probably not hope too much. That means, I'm likely to put off trying to import anything here again, as it becomes a battle and unaffordable. So I may have it sent to family and whenever the next journey is possible, that's where I might see it then. Hence months...
Well measuring the edge of the crystal. It's Just under 32 across. So the dial will be just a little bit smaller than that. I'm guessing 30 /31. Hard to say for sure unless I pop it open
I have a Wise and it continues to impress me. But - just IMHO - that one looks like something that fell out of a Christmas cracker. Lots to like in lines and dimensions but the polished stainless steel and bling are too much for me.
The dial looks contrived, more fit as a watch for women, difficult to read in daylight, and the bottom line for me is that I want one (with a black leather strap). And I a not a woman.
*Uniquely gorgeous watch. However, its "Limited Edition" of **_999(!)_** smacks of a rather cynical cash-grab for **_any_** brand ... much less a micro.* 🥺
