Review: Timex Expedition Scout Watch "Affordable Heritage Field Wristwatch" Model T499629J

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Thanks for supporting me on Patreon: www.patreon.com/user?u=845171 The new Timex 'Expedition Scout' men's field watch takes vintage military watch cues and puts them in a great case size and cheap price point.
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Case: Silvertone brass, round
Caseback: Stainless steel snap-down
Bezel: Silvertone, brass
Dial: Black, with Indiglo
Hands: Silvertone luminescent, white second hand
Markers: White full Arabic numerals
Calendar: Date at 3 o'clock
Strap: Tan nylon
Clasp: Tang buckle
Crystal: Mineral
Crown: Push/pull
Movement: Quartz
Water resistance: 5 ATM/50 meters/165 feet
Case measurements: 40 mm wide x 10 mm thick
Strap measurements: 20 mm wide x 8.0 inches long
Box measurements: 2.5 inches wide x 3.5 inches long x 3.0 inches high
Model: T499629J

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5 апр 2014

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@boxwoodgreen 3 года назад

I'm ordering two, in different dial colours in a few days. I have three other Timex watches I've bought in the last 2 months. They are surprisingly accurate. Sometimes they are priced well below list if you are patient, and look around. They were so affordable that I'm going to invest in a small toolkit, and caseback press with the savings. Then I can do battery changes myself on the Timex's, and the higher end quartz watches I own. As for "ambience" ... buy a watch for what you like, and what it can do for you. Trust me nobody else notices, or cares about what's on your wrist unless it's on fire.

@marioaquilina248 5 лет назад

Simply a beautiful and user friendly watch. Slightly loud ticking but no drama. I just love it.Perfect watch.

@AndrewKaiserPhotography 4 года назад

Say what you will about Timex, but my Expedition has been on my wrist through rain, snow, and mud. It's been in my wrist when I've fallen out of rafts and climbed over mountains. It still looks good and still keeps great time. Plus it's at a price point where if it where to float off my wrist down a river I wouldn't freak out.

@whit107 2 года назад

My only criticism of this model ( I own 2) is the loud ticking and the bouncing second hand that does not hit the second marks. Price wise its a good value and is accurate.

@senorkaboom 10 лет назад

I have a Timex Expedition series watch I bought over 10 years ago that has the same case dimensions and design. Great watch and quite durable.

@vinchel118 8 лет назад

Hey I bought one based on your review. I love it! I am in the medical field and it perfect for taking vitals and seeing in low light condition. I also love the fact I don't have to babysit it

@billturner2370 3 месяца назад

I love Timex watches! been wearing them for over 50years

@jhancock1575 6 лет назад

I just ordered one based on this review. I currently have an expedition field metal watch and it performs great. I never have trouble with Timex which is why I never hesitate to order another one. Excellent value for the price paid.

@freedumbfree2055 3 года назад

I have this watch for about a year now, and I love it.

@edstar1972 6 лет назад

I love them so much, I bought 2! Wearing one now.

@dotheneedful55 7 лет назад

I have a couple of these, and use them for work and as a watch for the gym. I work outdoors in all weather. it is very rugged and durable. The indiglo is perfect too. For the price, it's perfect for me.

@TheMisfit 7 лет назад

Like your intro, straight forward!

@michaelpeinado2444 10 лет назад

Outstanding review on an outstanding true field watch offering from Timex. I've had mechanical Hamilton Officer's pieces and enjoy the Scout just as much for its style and overall utility. Well done!

@555Gear 10 лет назад

Thanks!

@carlosdelacadiz6658 7 лет назад

One of my best and most reliable watches is my 1970s Timex automatic. Keeps better time than my modern Tissots or Seikos.Only my Orients keep better time.

@voiceofexperience 8 лет назад

Nice review & recommendation, buddy ...I may well get me one of these as my weekender.

@tyronewalker5764 10 лет назад

Timex, now that's a name I've not heard in years!

@roninair 10 лет назад

Great review...I recieved alot of info more than I thought possible

@555Gear 10 лет назад

Thanks for watching!

@OutLan 10 лет назад

I have a Bertucci A-2T field watch. It was much more expensive and I really like the Timex. I will do a review on it on my channel. Thanks for posting!

@555Gear 10 лет назад

I really like Bertucci watches, they are pretty much the best cases you can get for around $100, very nice sculpted Ti. I'll definitely check out your review when it comes out.

@starparik 8 лет назад

Very detailed review! Good Job!

@andyclark1173 3 года назад

Very good review. I’ve just ordered mine. It was the brass case you mentioned that appealed to me as my clipper compass should not be affected. Plus I still get a metal case, rather than my plastic cased timex camper. 👍

@edcwatches 10 лет назад

great job on the review and great job to timex on a design love the dial and strap color , I love weekender and generally don't have issues with size but that is a really nice improvement ..

@555Gear 10 лет назад

Thanks for watching! Yep I think both sizes work on average wrists, but this is a nice slightly larger offering which doesn't make any "fashion watch" mistakes.

@edcwatches 10 лет назад

yeah..I use to have among others a timex - electric ..which was a pre-quartz battery watch ..eventually sold it and never made a video :) ..but I like timex ,has a lot of history

@MountainRaider 10 лет назад

Very good review! i have two Timex;one black camper with velcro nylon strap and Timex Traditional Analog with brown leather strap.

@555Gear 10 лет назад

Thanks for watching! Enjoy those Timex watches!

@dwilhoite 10 лет назад

Great info, thanks for sharing! Peace, David

@jefftube58 2 года назад

I bought one a couple days ago -the black one - and it is amazing.

@coloradocga 8 лет назад

Ingersoll, which was purchased by Timex, made military watches in the 1940s and earlier.

@nksrinivasan1 9 лет назад

A Nice Review! Thanks!!

@allenjanes5976 8 лет назад

boy, to bad they didn't leave the brass alone and leave it it's natural color. Would be nice polished up

@555Gear 8 лет назад

Good point!

@comosar51 10 лет назад

Very informative review! I'm definitely gonna buy this watch but I can't seem to decide between the green and the tan strap.

@electron7659 4 года назад

By the sound of the man's voice in this vid, I can only conclude that I never knew Edward Snowden reviewed watches on RU-vid. 😎

@philiphudson2170 8 лет назад

they now have a leather strap version of this one. Loved this review! helped me pick this watch.

@555Gear 8 лет назад

Yes, I saw this in the store recently too glad you commented!

@GanNing221 8 лет назад

+555 Gear Are you folks referring to the Timex Forty Leather? www.amazon.com/Timex-T2P4959J-Weekender-Display-Leather/dp/B00LW3RCW8/ref=sr_1_1?s=apparel&ie=UTF8&qid=1454820288&sr=1-1&nodeID=7141123011&keywords=timex+forty

@philiphudson2170 8 лет назад

we are (at least i am) referring to this watch www.amazon.com/Timex-T49961-Expedition-Scout-Watch/dp/B00HYUSWPE/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1454827763&sr=8-1&keywords=timex+expedition+watch

@culodesobra 8 лет назад

+Philip Vancuver i bought the brown leather and the army green, theyre beautiful

@donp2166 5 лет назад

Got one recently. Can only hear the tick if held against the ear in a quiet room. So far, no issues.

@bangkokaviationspotter 9 лет назад

great review !! love it..

@555Gear 9 лет назад

Thank you!

@Scooter3194 Год назад

Nice review

@twstrchasr 9 лет назад

Really cool watch. I recently purchased the Scout T499619J. The case has a gunmetal finish to it. I put a camouflage strap from Crown & Buckle on it and it looks spectacular !! I have received far more compliments on it than I have on any of my other much more pricey watches. You can't beat this watch for the price !!!

@taylorwatson7932 4 года назад

It’s funny listening to someone call 38mm a “unisex watch”. 5 years later, the trend in men’s watches is going back to the 35mm - 40mm range. Good review.

@skylift2 9 лет назад

Great review, your camera work is fantastic! What camera do you use?

@toddbarraza3433 5 лет назад

Great video by the way

@slbarrett89 8 лет назад

Nice review, thanks!

@markperez8265 7 лет назад

great review! just picked up the gray version on amazon prime day special, 30 bucks!

@555Gear 7 лет назад

+mark perez sweet!

@chetweeds6882 3 года назад

The featured watch here tracks the second to face perfectly,mine is off a bit but a solid time keeper

@Richard-oc3vt 4 года назад

Love the Timex brand 👍 !

@amacro11 10 лет назад

Nice watch! Especially for the price

@555Gear 10 лет назад

Thanks! It is a good value.

@sennategger 10 лет назад

Hey, just wanted to drop in and say how great I found your review. I've been wearing the weekender for the last year and for the past few months I've been looking for a watch to step up to both in quality and size. I've looked high and low and bought a couple of seikos but I was never content. I found this watch on the timex website and while trying to dig up more research on this watch, I found your review! Great high quality video and high quality content and knowledge. Appreciate it!!!

@555Gear 10 лет назад

***** Glad to help, thank you very much for your kind words and for tuning in!

@edgeobserver 10 лет назад

Great review. Looks like I might grab a Hamilton....

@555Gear 10 лет назад

Thanks! I love Hamilton, three years of heavy wear and zero issues. I'd love a new Tudor Ranger or an IWC Mark field watch, but this fits the bill until then...

@Bass.Player 8 лет назад

I just recently bought Timex's intelligent quartz fly-back chronograph and it's excellent, however it's definitely not a 30 dollar watch. The rest of my watches are either automatic or mechanical but sometimes it nice to just put on a watch you don't have to wind or set. Timex has some nice time pieces and it; "Takes a licking and keeps on ticking"

@mbnv99234 8 лет назад

555 - I just picked up the "Timex Acaida". This watch came out this year ( 2015 ) and has a plastic case, and a plastic dial. Reminds me a lot ( and is the only watch that Timex has made to date the most closely matches ) my 1989 Timex military windup watch. Of course, it's a quartz watch, but still, take a look at at and tell me what you think ! I've had mine for about 2 month now, and it is more accurate than my $350 Traser P6600 swiss quartz watch ! hahah

@knifeforkandaspoon 9 лет назад

Great review. I can't decide between the beige and army green bands.

@richardw2801 9 лет назад

knifeforkandaspoon Green is alway looks good (to me), and wont get that "dirty" look after a while since the darker color conceals stains and dirt better than tan.

@375GTB 7 лет назад

The RESIN Acadia is very close. Lighter! Another NOS $16 on eBay.

@ardeedas 9 лет назад

Great review. I just got my Expedition Scout in the mail today and absolutely love it. I got the off white face/brown leather version but swapped out the straps for a NATO strap. One thing I noticed on mine (and in your video) is that there's a shadow/ dark area on the bottom off the face when indiglo when engaged. I was thinking mine was defective but it seems to be common all around. Please advise further if you know any more about this. Thanks

@rasperryguy1197 2 года назад

How long did it last?

@user-sd3hd7sk9e 7 месяцев назад

I have the Timex easy reader watch. It's very robust.

@chrisulfen8775 9 лет назад

please try out the Timex rugged metal

@ryan_bitzer 4 года назад

If the case was made in stainless steel and had 100M of water resistance, I would buy one in an instant!!

@-----REDACTED----- 3 года назад

I was wondering...can they upregulate the ticks per second of the second hands on quartz movements? That way you would get the look of a mechanical movement paired with the accuracy and precision of quartz movements...in a way the best of both worlds, right?

@thomasmargolis3313 5 лет назад

The size of the wrist of the person matters, and 38mm works for many. Its a timex, with consistent quality and good price point.

@sunset-eq7rf 9 лет назад

Very good video! I own a 49271. It is I.S.O. certified shock proof and water resistant to 100m. Mine also has a snap off case back. Do you think that it can handle 100m water resistance considering it is a snap off case back and not a screw down?

@rapiddz 9 лет назад

Saw your review and was convinced to get one! Loving it but is it normal for the indiglo to not glow at the bottom portion because it has been bothering me it doesn't light up there :(

@555Gear 9 лет назад

Glad you like it! How much of the light isn't working? That may be a defect...

@matt4398 9 лет назад

Watch at 7:52 in the video. Its normal for this model Timex and a few others.

@Guy-mx4fb 5 лет назад

does anyone know if they have this style watch with a light button, i have a similar watch from infantry, but wish it had a light button

@garyk8285 4 года назад

Its nice, needs to go on Dark Grey NATO... But I wonder, is there a quartz model like this with that Dark Grey/Black dial and White (only) hands but in a "stainless steel case" in this ultra-budget segment?

@mokhtarkayedpour5960 4 года назад

I have timex Indiglo back plate no. W9 , Indiglo light appeared permanently if you change battery and screwed up the 4 screws and if you loose the right down screw the light appeared . Indiglo doesn’t work with the crown , this type of timex should be reset ? If reset is required where is the reset point .

@pinkpiglet2537 8 лет назад

Is there a black line that runs around the case close to the dial?

@reganjong4638 7 лет назад

Hey 555 Gear, is this watch durable (what activities can be done wearing this watch)? I read a lot of the Amazon reviews mentioning that this watch is poorly constructed and the crown would break after a few days of wearing.

@culodesobra 8 лет назад

I bought two of them bitches, thank you

@555Gear 8 лет назад

Boooom

@okrob6408 7 лет назад

I prefer the Timex expedition compass watch. The band is the only issue.

@sulmaenya 7 лет назад

It is funny that I can hear the ticking sound every time the camera captures the watch

@bradringhausen8671 6 лет назад

My expedition is WR 100m. The other ones I've seen recently are only WR 50? Did they change them?

@rodardg 2 года назад

Hi, I can't find that exact model, with the shiny case and white handles, now they are all opaque

@cablegy868 7 лет назад

I have read online many people complain about this watch. Usually its about the stem that falls for no reason apperantly. has anyone encountered this problem?

@DSilvergun 6 лет назад

No.

@mando7558 Год назад

I noticed that many of the Timex watches are made in the Philippines including the movement. Are these watches accurate or do they always run slow or fast?

@mulyonoahmad4405 3 года назад

The battery is *Made in Indonesia* that's my country 😎☝️😁

@pinkpiglet2537 8 лет назад

Hey +555 Gear, Could you provide me with the link to the Timex Expedition Scout T499629J as you provided the Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot H64611535 in your video titled, "$30 Watch Vs. $300 Watch: What's the Difference? Featuring the Hamilton Khaki & Timex Expedition"? Please.

@nw7053 5 лет назад

Hi, which one do you prefer between Timex Expedition and Seiko 5? Does Timex has a loud watch sound? Thanks.

@onionhead5780 5 лет назад

I’ve had the Seiko 5 made in Japan model for a year and 2 months and I’m looking at this watch to replace it. Had to send it in for repair 7 months in because the auto winder screw backed out and started making rattling noise. I seen the loose screw inside the clear backing inside the watch. Then I had to jump through hoops to get it repaired. They wanted to charge me almost 150$ in repairs for a watch I paid 90$ for that was under warranty. Poor customer service. Finally after a year and two months the watch keeps stopping. It’s cheaper to buy a new watch then get the battery replaced so I’m looking at this watch now. Hope this helped. Good luck. 👍

@imsagii 7 лет назад

I'm actually very torn between this and the Seiko 5 SNK809. I like the aesthetics of both, but don't know wether I'd miss having a feature such as the indiglo or not. At the same time, I'm also wondering how easy it is to tell the minutes on the seiko vs. the timex. Timex minute hand has that pointy edge that goes all the way to the lines for minutes, which the seiko doesn't. Any input?

@AzriAzhari 7 лет назад

Daniel M.T. The Seiko is a smaller watch. If it was me, I would get the Seiko because I have girly hands, also I prefer an automatic to a quartz watch.

@ysthanielyu5895 7 лет назад

Daniel M.T. but the seiko snk is only 30m water resistant thus making it not very durable in rain and wet jobs

@EthanMacLeod 8 лет назад

I love the look of this watch, especially the one in green. Just one question though, how do you change the date?

@555Gear 8 лет назад

Just by the mechanism in the crown, pull out to the first stop it works!

@EthanMacLeod 8 лет назад

555 Gear I see, so has it got more than one stop? if you know what I mean. Pull it out one stop to change the date, and then another for the time?

@555Gear 8 лет назад

That's correct!

@Neehalmahfuz 8 лет назад

+555 Gear then what if the month has 30 days not 31?and btw is this watch mechanical?

@TheHaloskulls 8 лет назад

Not sure if you bought it yet, but the clock assume every month is 31 days. So you have to manually change it. I do NOT own this watch yet, but i'm thinking of getting it.

@ADcrackerjack 9 лет назад

The date can't be set with the crown, unless you forward the hours, it comes in the manual.

@allenjanes5976 7 лет назад

What is the difference between Lumibrite and Superluminova?

@Darius_Marx 7 лет назад

Bought two of these, the turning pin fell out of them both!

@mateenatlas 6 лет назад

Can anyone tell me what the difference between the reference numbers mean?

@giorgisyr1 2 года назад

Can it withstand seawater and swimming? I know that 5bar WR is not enough but Casio claims their watches are suitable for swimming.

@adamb.6791 2 года назад

Yes. I've had them in various forms for 25 years. No leaks. Ever. I swim, kayak, sweat, etc. No problems. Get the ones with the metal case, not the resin case ones. The two of those I've had were not nearly as good as the Scout series.

@tyronewalker5764 8 лет назад

how water can it handle?

@chrisulfen8775 9 лет назад

How old is the watch now? And is it still working?

@Savage.Doomer 8 лет назад

Quick question, where can I buy leather straps for this?

@piepliep2 8 лет назад

every store that sells leather straps, you just need a 20mm one

@JoseSantos-vn8of 8 лет назад

Hi, i have been watching few rewiew it seem to be a problem with the adjustment date can you be so kind and verified.

@375GTB 7 лет назад

I only know of issues with the Indiglo light. Setting the date is purely mechanical, via the stem. Look up changing the battery to see the insides Plastic movements make sense in and ELECTRONIC watch. Nothing to short out on... Real World Stuff!

@ifdhairfan4722 Год назад

How long lug to lug?

@sirgigachad1894 4 года назад

Will it fit on my small wrist without going everywhere and sliding off

@oliverbhoyroo693 7 лет назад

is their any full black versions of this watch?

@375GTB 7 лет назад

There are at least a half dozen versions. Look on eBay or Google the things!

@praisebaseddonut2636 7 лет назад

How do you use the indiglo?

@kaiserwilhelmii1827 7 лет назад

By pushing the crown

@GallaghersGrub 8 лет назад

Bought this watch and the crown popped off after just six months of light use. The second hand is also very out of line with the markers. It's a cheap watch.

@Noctifern 8 лет назад

No shit it's like 40 bucks

@kapitanXbomber1989 5 лет назад

For me it's always funny when Americans call 24 hour time, a military time. 24-hour time is standard time in all European countries (mayby except UK) and for us callin it military time is pretty strange. It's also more practical than 12-hour time.

@pvillepat 8 лет назад

Is the mechanism on this loud? I have a timex expedition T499979j and it is driving me crazy with how loud it is!!! I'm curious if they are known for that or if I got a lemon. I've literally had people sitting next to me tell me how loud it is!! Lol

@555Gear 8 лет назад

+Patrick Stevens Yeah it's super loud, not a lemon, they are all that way

@pvillepat 8 лет назад

+555 Gear thanks for clearing that up. In general, are automatic movements quieter than mechanical? I'm going to be upgrading my everyday watch in a month for my birthday. I normally like to leave it on for everything including shower and sleeping. I'm looking at some of the seiko's you have reviewed as well as possibly a Hamilton. Any recommendations on a quiet field watch that won't drive my wife and I crazy with its loud ticking if I sleep with it on? Love your channel.

@555Gear 8 лет назад

Mechanical movements are a lot quieter, but so are most quality quartz movements. Seiko quartz movements are a lot quieter for example. Both Seiko and Hamilton make quality field watches at affordable prices. Looking to spend a bit more? Look into Weiss Watches, an interesting new brand. Above that, there is the lovely Tudor Ranger.