The Timex Expedition Scout Wristwatch: The Full Nick Shabazz Review 

My wife bought me this watch 17 years ago. I remember when i received it, I thought it was a cheap thirty dollar watch. I was shocked when she told me she paid $80! Unfortunately, I couldn't wear it where i worked at the time (no jewelery allowed). I finally got a job where im allowed to work with a watch and put a new battery in it last week. It runs like new and the indiglo light is perfect. Its taken me over 17 years to finally use and appreciate this watch. Thanks for the review.

Thanks Nick! I started off just being interested in knives and lights but you're getting me into watches now. The holy trinity of wasting money is now complete.

As a mole person, I appreciate the indiglow feature.

Ive had the brown leather strap version of this little beauty 20 years.. its been beaten half to death, jumped out of planes with, scuba dived and worn in combat. I bought it because it was cheap and I diddnt want to spend money on something that would just break on me,, well guess what,, it looks just as great as it did the day I bought it! 10/10

Wasn't expecting a review from a club stand up comedian from the 50s ...

I had almost forgotten how good Timex always has been as a brand.

I believe Indiglo will not work if the battery is low so that could serve as an indicator

I genuinely expected a Spyderco Delica for size comparison at this point haha

Am I the only person that LIKES the Timex tick?

I stumbled upon your channel, and I have to say I love your videos. You're just authentic and a normal guy that's reviewing watches; very practical.

It's amazing what Timex does with so few dollars. I have one of these in black face and nato strap and absolutely love it. The Indiglo is a super nice feature also unless you don't have a free hand to push the button. I agree with you about the date. I could have been bigger with little change in the mechanicals, I think.

I wonder why no other watchmaker has a feature similar to Indiglo? I find it amazing.

Vigorous showering may damage the watch? Just how vigorously are you bathing, Nick?!

I saw this at Walmart and couldn’t help myself back in the day. It’s one of the watches that got me into watches. The seconds hand is loud and shakes around when it ticks. Funny story: when I stepped it up and bought my first citizen I was like “uh, where’s the indiglow?” Lol

it's a field watch. just what is needed, nothing more, nothing less. I'm from India and here no proper field watches are available. I'm a geologist & mountaineer & I need something like this all the time. I see Americans speaking a lot of crap about this watch. Maybe they are right, I don't know, but I find Timex to be pretty decent. Relatively inexpensive and highly functional. I like it very much.

I own the 43mm version of this watch with a cream dial and I love it. It's the first analog watch I've owned since I had a Fossil watch about 10 years ago. Buying this watch without knowing much about watches and what to expect, I'm extremely satisfied with it. I've heard a lot of people say it's loud, but I can't hear it unless the room is dead quiet or I hold it up to my ear. I'll admit that the dial is busy (would be much better if it didn't have the 13-24 hour markings on the inner part of the dial) and the water resistance leaves a lot to be desired, but overall I love it. I just picked up a cheap Casio AE-1200 (LOVE IT, maybe even more than the Timex) and I'm going to be buying a dressier Citizen Eco-Drive to round out my watch collection (for now...). All that being said, I'm glad I got this Timex because it's served me well so far and has given me an appreciation for watches that I've never had before.

Love your videos, Nick. I always enjoy your sense of humour that you insert into them. Keep it up, and thanks for posting!

I just subscribed after watching 4 or 5 of your watch reviews in a row! Turns out you also do blades and flashlights.Glad I subbed!

Excellent watch, been wearing this exact model and color for work for 6 years, no battery change, keeps perfect time and looks good with almost any outfit

I just picked one of these up. I haven’t wore a watch in probably 2 decades. The value, the clean, minimalist look, the size and slimness, and the easy to read face appeals to me. I am pretty active, so I hate having anything bulky or expensive on my wrist. It’s only day 2, but so far I am very happy with my Timex Expedition.

The most thorough review of a Timex timepiece, ever. Great job, it was nice to see that Citizen again. If I see it one more time I'll be forced to buy one myself!

Another Enjoyable and honest review from NS. Just got this same watch with an olive face and leather strap. " It's a beautiful thing ! " Pros: Light in the watch face. Few analogs have them any more. My local watch shop had none on offer ~ only digital G shocks. Not that expensive to procure. Weight : Fairly small and light watch ; so good for small wrists. Keeps it simple: Has time and 24 hr , date plus night lighting. No unnecessary features that you never use anyway, like timers etc . Cons: Pretty Basic Design ( vintage retro styling ) with no crown guard . Old watches tended not to have them if military style. It is my second Expedition and my first one is a more diver - style from 5 or 6 yrs ago. It has proved to be very durable, highly versatile and great value. As it has a light inside the watch I decided to buy a second online and it seems fine, so far. If you after a cool little mens military style watch ( in a vintage 1960s look ) this one is one to consider and add to any collection. Its a basic everyday watch to use and enjoy. Reminiscent of the watches they wore during Vietnam War era and gave to GI's. .... Soldier on !

Timex low battery indicator - when the second hand stops when you press the indiglo - its time for a battery.

I try to keep in mind that a quartz timepiece runs faster or slower depending on the temperature of the crystal. Some very high-end quartz watches have a sensor that actually monitors the temp of the crystal and adjusts accordingly.

My new work watch. Great review as always Nick!

Just bought one of these to replace the Timex Marlin I have been wearing since my dad gave it to me, it's a 1974. Wanted something simple and cheap, this fills the bill perfectly.

the shake of the seconds hand is due to the torque of the movement, it's not a fancy movement and it's a basic movement but in Timex fashion it's a very durable movement, that's built to last a long time and absorb some hits and bangs. So it is a little bit of a trade off if that is something that bothers you but, it's not a "cheap" movement as in low quality, it's just a basic movement with a higher torque for longevity.

Loved the review almost 2 years after this video was posted and just ordered it off Amazon for 40 dollars.

my next watch is gonna be a Timex weekender 100%

I'm into watches many times more expensive these days, but one of these got me through 2 years of military service without breaking a sweat. It's the roughest I've ever been on a watch, and the roughest I'll ever likely to be. Makes it kinda tough to justify my hobbies.

This guy is neurotic. I thought I was the only person like him, but it's refreshing to see somebody as maniacal about the movement of watches. When he mentioned that the second hand vibrates each time it stops, I thought I was the only person that was that picky, especially for this price point.

Question: Timex Scout Brook is almost identical to the expedition scout, but 3 times as much. What do you think would be the major differences between the two? I like that scout brooks face doesnt say expedition, making it less busy. Thanks!

Excellent review. Love your super ground breaking secret "lume lab"! Solid little watch. Just got mine in from Amazon!

Very nice review. I am a bit put off by that seconds needle that is imprecise, jumping ... Do you have a review on the Aristo, Messerschmitt or Laco too? Regards

In my case, the Indiglo stopped working a few weeks before the battery died. So maybe that can be one way of testing your battery. It started working again like normal with a new battery.

Nick, I love your reviews. They're thorough, you go straight to the point and say it like it is. I have a particular watch on my sight, the Alba APBT211. I'd really value your opinion on it if you ever get the chance to review it. Cheers

I bought this watch approx. 25 years ago. I used it regularly and just changed the battery a few times. Never had any issues with it & it has always kept great time. I love Timex watches. 👍

I bought this watch after watching your review. I love almost everything about the watch except that the metal is a bit rough feeling. Do you know if other color variations have a smoother finish? Anything I can do to the watch like rubbing with steel wool? Or just buy a stainless steel version?

What would you buy instead with the same general features? I have an old timex that is dying and would like to buy something that is comparable but maybe a little more robust. Great review anyway!!

I have the exact same model. I keep buying the same watch whenever it needs replacement. They are not fancy, but they work for me. It does everything I want a watch to do. My last Expedition went through hell & back because it was on my wrist. I took your advice, Do Not Get Into Watches. The Timex Expedition is my one & done watch.

I look at my wrist and smile, this 7 yr old watch outlasting 2 Sekios, my GShock that I bought after this for climbing rocks and because I use hammers and drills and such the solar charger stopped after 3 years. It also outlasted a Caravelle; I just bought a Armitron dress watch ( lets see how long that last ). This Timex been in mud, water ( lakes, pools, showers but no oceans )snow high heat of Arizona cold of Maine, humidity of Florida. the only thing that went wrong is on me, I snagged the band on a lag bolt, it fell thirty feet hit a picket fence and landed face down in the grass. For thirty five bux not bad considering the Sekios cost me 200 each, the G Shock 120, Caravelle 50 and the Armitron ( TBD ) 100. As for noise in a quiet room it's silent at normal viewing distance, no noise on my metal book stand, work bench or glass table, once it's about 2 inches from my ear I can hear the tick, I wear the damn thing to bed if it ticked ( even on my night table arm lengths away I would throw it against the wall; but it doesn't. Would I buy this again, hell yeah.

What's your thoughts on vostock ?

just did a review on this... my second.... i really like this watch!

That Timex sure look classy. Im buying one after this commercial.

Got this instead of the Hamilton Khaki Field, since I couldn't afford it, lol.

Great review. My one should arrive tomorrow. I still can’t believe, they have been making quartz watches since 1969 and they still can’t align the second hand up with the sodding chapter ring.😲

I've got multiple automatics and one quartz that I'd generally prefer to stay nice, so I needed a cheaper quartz to kick around. It's just nice sometimes to pick up a watch and go after a few days of not wearing it. Honestly, this thing rocks. Until my Tudor comes back from service I'm pretty sure this is gonna get a fair amount of wrist time

This vs the Casio mrw200H ? I know they are 2 completely different styles but which one would you pick and why ?

Timex is proof that horology is evolving, Good on them. Thanks for the review Nick! Most of my pieces are a gazillion times more expensive than this little guy, but when I wear my Expedition (I have four of them), I feel free of the presumptuousness that comes with my Grand Seikos, Tudors, Omegas and Longines.

Thanks again Nick for another awesome video. I recently purchased two Expeditions both had alignment issues. The second hand did not register properly with the indices for both watches so both went back to the sellers for refund. I finally satisfied my economical field watch urge with the CASIO MTP-S120L-3AVCF that has a much better reputation, quality control and build quality.

Is there a white face watch like this design or minimalist design with a yellow second hand? I'm really want a white face watch with yellow second hand, but I can't find one!

Love this review. Guy is an absolute articulation Savant. Had me in tears when he rattled off the litany of shortcomings, yet nails the overall. He is to watch reviews what my vintage gmt Rolex is to my wrist, which is to say... on top ~

Those dad puns at the end always get me hahaha

I got all the details of this watch from just one video. Thanks mate

i love the hand motions and voice. insta-subbed.

The color scheme with the OD Green is perfect for this type of watch

nice review do you own any gold watches?

This really is a great looking watch for the price.

Thank you Nick for a first class review.

I luv the indiglo on my old Timex...and though there is no 'low battery' indicator...the batteries on these babies last near a decade! Timex also has some great classic designs for low end watches. Keep on tickin' Timex!

Just picked this up at Target in a pinch (need a watch for air brakes inspection test) Definitely like it, but setting the day is so damn difficult. Is this typical? I haven't been a watch guy (NEVER worn one regularly) but I can't get the day to change 49 times out of 50 that I try.

Wich watch is better, this or Seiko military, they look similar. Cheers

You are good, I am impressed. Thank you!

Nicolás...not following your advice on watches😱 I've always kinda liked this watch and I'm looking for an intro budget watch. Can you point me in the right direction?

Indiglo has always been awesome. I have a Timex Weekender chronograph and I love that feature, although there is some sort of flaw on the face that causes a dark spot when the indiglo in in use. But for the price, I can't complain.

On amazon, the description claims the casing is made of brass. I really hope that’s true because all of my watches wear on the edges and show that they’re made of copper, I don’t know if that’s a cheap watch thing or not.

I picked mine up in 97-98 before the dirty of my Daughter, it has gone threw 7-10 bands , been stomped into the ground by one of my horses and lost for 6 months! Then found washed off and back to work ! As I am now a retired pipe fitter welder, it has had the abuse of my career ! So the crystal is rather beat up ! The nickel plating is worn off on the edges exposing the brass body! With all this 🤔 I’m very proud to still wearing it to this day proudly!😎 Timex ! It does take a licking and keeps on ticking !😎

Excellent review. I bought the Timex easy reader which is a nice watch too. Lots of people complain about the ticking, but I haven't noticed it with my timex🎉

Is it possible to stop seconds hand? How about the movement (chinese or japanese)?

Is this watch good for camping and is it water proof ?

I know it’s only 50M water resistance but is it good under running water, like is it good enough not to worry too much about

Could that date window be any smaller? I wish they would either leave the date out altogether, or make it big enough for someone with imperfect vision to read without a magnifying glass.

For anyone interested. Bought this one these watches ten days ago. Indiglo has already failed. Im waiting now to figure out if the battery is failing or the internals have failed.

I snapped the crown and spring bar off of mine stocking feed on a shelf. It fell from about chest height and fully disassembled itself upon impact. Case, case back, crystal, and movement all flew in different directions. I still love it though haha

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

14 watches Inc Hamilton and SARB017 and this is one of my faves, 2 years on and indigo and battery still going, love that ticking noise. Great and honest review!!!

Just picked up the one with the darker case and a blue nato strap. Feels durable but not overly heavy and the indiglo is nice.

I enjoyed my time watching this review.

Great review Nick! You should check out the Citizen Eco-Drive BM8180-3E. It is very similar to the Timex Expedition Scout but gets some more things right such as a less cluttered face, 100m water resistance, more precise second hand movement, and of course the solar cell. I've had one for nearly a year and I love it.

Thanks for the review Nick. I was almost sold on this, even though I don't wear wrist watches (I like fob/pocket watches). I was almost ready to buy one until you pointed out the lack of crown guard and the reports of breakage.

Those silly jokes... Gets me every time! Don't ever change, Nick!

Just bought this one yesterday as a beater at Walmart for $20. Not bad!

I own this watch and love it, that said I knocked the crown off my first one - great review!

Nick can u tell me the model of the Casio in the video? Thanks!

Probably one of my favorite watches right now

Timex is my go to brand of choice.

I have this watch and love it. The date is a little hard to see though.

The only issue that I have faced with timex watches is the ticking noise it's so annoying that I have to put it far away from me.

I like that it doesn't have a crown guard so I can activate Indiglo with my wrist, keeping my other hand free. Not sure if it was designed for that purpose but it's a neat trick that wouldn't work if there was a crown guard. Sure, maybe the crown will break one day but if that happens, I'll just buy a new one at that price.

Which is worse: second hands that wobble, or second hands not aligned to indices?

I need to stop buying watches. I've bought 3 Timexs in the past 3 months 😬

I got a Timex Expedition Indiglo for my 11th birthday (womens version due to my small wrist). I recently found it while going through old boxes and threw a new battery in it. Surprisingly IT STILL WORKS!!!! I thought about giving it to one of my boys but I'm afraid they might lose it. 🤣

I love the Timex Expedition Scout watch. I want to buy one, can't find it at your price. $30.00 is a good price. Need help. Love your reviews.

Got this watch as a gift for my birthday on the 28th of January. I st the date but it keeps changing before it's midnite. Help?😅

I bought this watch at a pawnshop a couple years back and love it compared to the other watches and pocket watches I own. I normally wear it when I work on stuff.

I know a few Mole People who I gifted this watch to and they love it. Never underestimate the power of Indiglo!

How much does it cost on plaza las Américas??

Im looking to get a analog read out watch thats not flashy and im very limeted on funds unfortunately .would you recomend these as a contender still or are there better options these days .i like milatry looking basic watches mostly. Thanks for your help in advance nick. I really trust your opinion because you understand what's good and that some people just cant go any higher in price im in England so everything is really expensive her i paied 40 pounds fpr a ganzo 740 thats the perspective. This watch hear is 45 to 50 pounds so nearly 60 70 maybe dollars .keep up the grate stuff nick i have been completely addictive to this and the birdshot iv channel i dont seem to watch any others any more because you all understand value and the different levels people can afford and dont make me feel bad for not being able to afford more .thank you for that nick i really mean it and next time you talk to bird and franki let them know i said i really respect and enjoy there work. It means a lot to me the way you all do things. Love you all hope everyone's welp and having a grate day

Cool thanks for sharing

I notice that indiglo light up with a flat tyre... no light region under 6 oclock. Is it by default or broken? Can you explain?