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Chao Time
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Welcome to Chao Time!
This is a channel for watch nerds, enthusiasts, and those getting into the hobby. I wanted to start this channel because when I was getting into the hobby, I would watch UA-camrs review watches and mentally compare watches I was interested in. Whenever there was a comparison video of two watches I liked, I would watch it over and over again, poring over the details. When I read forum posts or social media posts, I see questions like, Left or Right? Should I get this or that? These were the types of questions I saw and honestly, had myself. And like many watch enthusiasts, I just didn’t have the money to buy the watches and try them out for myself. I wished there was a resource for making quick and easy comparisons between watches I was interested in.
So, one of the missions of this channel is to help straighten it all out. And I’m going to do it rigorously and as mathematically as I know how.
I hope you enjoy the channel!
This is a channel for watch nerds, enthusiasts, and those getting into the hobby. I wanted to start this channel because when I was getting into the hobby, I would watch UA-camrs review watches and mentally compare watches I was interested in. Whenever there was a comparison video of two watches I liked, I would watch it over and over again, poring over the details. When I read forum posts or social media posts, I see questions like, Left or Right? Should I get this or that? These were the types of questions I saw and honestly, had myself. And like many watch enthusiasts, I just didn’t have the money to buy the watches and try them out for myself. I wished there was a resource for making quick and easy comparisons between watches I was interested in.
So, one of the missions of this channel is to help straighten it all out. And I’m going to do it rigorously and as mathematically as I know how.
I hope you enjoy the channel!
Watch Review Omega Speedmaster 1957 - The Broad Arrow
Hi y’all
My name is Mr. Chao and welcome to Chao Time. I’m back with the last watch in my four part chronograph series. This is going up against the Sugess Chronograph Mechanical, Bulova Lunar Pilot, Seiko SDGZ019. Of course, this is the most expensive, so it would make sense that it ranks highest, but how will it rank in terms of value? Let’s find out.
The reviews start with my as objective as possible scoring against a rubric to get a total score. I then take the score and apply a value multiplier to get a value score. Then, I rank the two scores against all the other watches I have reviewed up to that point. After the review, I give a completely subjective opinion which takes into consideration everything that goes into buying a watch.
Before we can begin scoring the watch against the rubric, we first need to understand the purpose of the watch and what design language inspires it. Well, it’s a chronograph with design cues from a very popular and historic timepiece, the Speedmaster Professional. However, it has a bit of a dressy flair.
So, let’s get to it.
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My name is Mr. Chao and welcome to Chao Time. I’m back with the last watch in my four part chronograph series. This is going up against the Sugess Chronograph Mechanical, Bulova Lunar Pilot, Seiko SDGZ019. Of course, this is the most expensive, so it would make sense that it ranks highest, but how will it rank in terms of value? Let’s find out.
The reviews start with my as objective as possible scoring against a rubric to get a total score. I then take the score and apply a value multiplier to get a value score. Then, I rank the two scores against all the other watches I have reviewed up to that point. After the review, I give a completely subjective opinion which takes into consideration everything that goes into buying a watch.
Before we can begin scoring the watch against the rubric, we first need to understand the purpose of the watch and what design language inspires it. Well, it’s a chronograph with design cues from a very popular and historic timepiece, the Speedmaster Professional. However, it has a bit of a dressy flair.
So, let’s get to it.
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Watch Review Seiko SDGZ019 - The Pre Speedtimer Watch Review
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My name is Mr. Chao and welcome to Chao Time. I’m back with the third watch in my four part chronograph series. I’ve already showcased the Sugess Chronograph Mechanical and Bulova Lunar Pilot. Now we’re taking the next step up in terms of price to this Seiko SDGZ019 (or as I call it, the Speedtimer before the current Speedtimer). The reviews start with my as objective as possible scoring agains...
Watch Review Bulova Lunar Pilot - The Other Space Watch
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Watches for Sale! - chaotime16 Hi y’all My name is Mr. Chao and welcome to Chao Time. I’m back with the second watch in my four part chronograph series. The last video was on the Sugess Chronograph Mechanical. So this is the second in terms of price. This one is the Bulova Lunar Pilot. It’s a watch I’ve wanted for a few years and now I have an excuse to try it out. The way I revie...
Watch Review Sugess Mechanical Chronograph - The OG Chinese
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Watches for Sale! - chaotime16 Hi y’all My name is Mr. Chao and welcome to Chao Time. I’m back with a new batch of watches I picked up while I was in the US. While I was there, perusing the various forums and shops, I realized that I’ve been ignoring an entire category of watches. Chronographs! So in order to make up for lost time, I’ve decided to have a chronograph series. I’ll r...
Watch Review Squale GMT - The GMT Master II Homage
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Watches for Sale! - chaotime16 Hi y’all My name is Mr. Chao and welcome to Chao Time. I’m back with a watch I was curious about for a long time, the Squale GMT 1545, especially because I’ve had my eye on the Rolex GMT Master II and this is very very similar. In order to buy the next watch to review, I need to sell the watches I buy to review. Below in the description, you’ll find ...
Watch Review Ball Engineer Master II Diver - The Railway Submersible
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Watches for Sale! - chaotime16 My name is Mr. Chao and welcome to Chao Time. I’m back with a Chao Time first. This is the Ball Engineer Master II Diver. This watch was given to my father by one of his good friends for his 50th birthday, so it’s a pretty old watch at this point! Thanks for letting me borrow this dad! The way I review watches is by objectively scoring them against a...
Watch Review Orient Ray II - The SKX Heir
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Watches for Sale! - chaotime16 My name is Mr. Chao and welcome to Chao Time. I’m back with another Orient. This is the Ray II, which has a following amongst those looking for a unique and affordable dive watch. This watch was loaned to me by my dad, so thank you. I’m lucky to have a dad who can support the channel in such a way! The way I review watches is by objectively scoring t...
Watch Review Orient Triton - AKA The Neptune
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Watches for Sale! - chaotime16 Hi y’all My name is Mr. Chao and welcome to Chao Time. I’m back with yet another Grand Seiko, but this time, a Spring Drive!!! This is the SBGE257, which is from their sport collection. As such, it has a bit of lume, and feels a bit like a slightly more robust Snowflake. In order to buy the next watch to review, I need to sell the watches I buy to re...
Watch Review Grand Seiko SBGE257 - The Busy Forest
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Watches for Sale! - chaotime16 Hi y’all My name is Mr. Chao and welcome to Chao Time. I’m back with yet another Grand Seiko, but this time, a Spring Drive!!! This is the SBGE257, which is from their sport collection. As such, it has a bit of lume, and feels a bit like a slightly more robust Snowflake. In order to buy the next watch to review, I need to sell the watches I buy to re...
Watch Review Marathon GSAR - The Mil Spec
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Watches for Sale! - chaotime16 Hi y’all My name is Mr. Chao and welcome to Chao Time. I’m back with another new brand, and one that’s been on my radar after seeing reviews of it on UA-cam, but having never seen one in the wild. This is the Marathon GSAR, which stands for Government issue Search and Rescue. This particular one is the 41mm model. Pretty cool that this watch, not thi...
Watch Review Grand Seiko SBGP015 - The Blue 60th
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Watches for Sale! - chaotime16 Hi y’all My name is Mr. Chao and welcome to Chao Time. I’m back with a brand I’ve been sooooo curious about, Grand Seiko. This is one of their recent 60th anniversary watches. Many thanks to my good friend who allowed me to borrow this watch for review. His generosity and others like him are making it possible for me to continue making reviews as buy...
Watch Review Bulova 96B328 - The Banker
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Watches for Sale! - chaotime16 Hi y’all My name is Mr. Chao and welcome to Chao Time. I’m from a two week hiatus due to life and family obligations with my first Bulova. This is the banker, from their Joseph Bulova Collection paying homage to the founder of the company. Many thanks to my good friend who allowed me to borrow this watch for review. His generosity and others like him...
Watch Review Seiko SPB157 - The Baby Alpinist
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Watches for Sale! - chaotime16 Hi y’all My name is Mr. Chao and welcome to Chao Time. I’m back with the Baby Alpinist, a mini version of the explorer’s field watch from Seiko. Many thanks to my good friend who allowed me to borrow this watch for review. His generosity and others like him are making it possible for me to continue making reviews as buying and getting watches is rath...
Watch Review Rolex Yacht-Master - The lil yachty
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Watches for Sale! - chaotime16 Hi y’all My name is Mr. Chao and welcome to Chao Time. I’m back with another Rolex sports watch, this time I have the controversial, love it or hate it member of the stainless steel family, the Yacht Master 116622. Big shout out to my good friend who allowed me to borrow this watch for review. He’s one of my first subscribers and has generously made ...
Watch Review Steinhart Ocean One Vintage Military - The German Swiss Value Watch
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Watches for Sale! - chaotime16 Hi y’all My name is Mr. Chao and welcome to Chao Time. I’m back with a watch from the value watchmaker, Steinhart. This is yet another Rolex homage, very similar to a watch I just reviewed actually. This though, offers a much more enticing value proposition. Before I get into the video though, I’d like to talk about the channel for a second. In order...
Watch Review Casio Duro - The Value Beater
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Watch Review Casio Duro - The Value Beater
Watch Review Ginault Ocean Rover - The Super Homage
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Watch Review Ginault Ocean Rover - The Super Homage
Watch Review Pagani Design BB58 - The low end copy with a low end price
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Watch Review Pagani Design BB58 - The low end copy with a low end price
State of the Collection Mid 2021 - The lessons along the way
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State of the Collection Mid 2021 - The lessons along the way
Watch Review Seiko 6309-729A - The grandfather of the SKX
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Watch Review Seiko 6309-729A - The grandfather of the SKX
Watch Review Rolex Explorer II 16570 - The Polar Dial
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Watch Review Rolex Explorer II 16570 - The Polar Dial
Watch Review Montblanc Sport Full Calendar Dual Time - The High End of Fashion
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Watch Review Montblanc Sport Full Calendar Dual Time - The High End of Fashion
Watch Review Certina DS-1 Automatic Titanium - The Forgotten Brand
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Watch Review Certina DS-1 Automatic Titanium - The Forgotten Brand
Watch Review Casio G-Shock - The Titanium Square
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Watch Review Casio G-Shock - The Titanium Square
Watch Review Seiko SPB149 - The 62MAS Reissue reissue
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Watch Review Tudor M79250BM Black Bay - The Bronze One
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Watch Review Tudor M79250BM Black Bay - The Bronze One
Watch Review Rolex 116710LN GMT Master II - The LN
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Watch Review Rolex 116710LN GMT Master II - The LN
Watch Review Panerai PAM01033 - The Luminor GMT
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Watch Review Panerai PAM01033 - The Luminor GMT
Watch Review Omega Seamaster Diver 300M - The Black Ceramic
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Watch Review Omega Seamaster Diver 300M - The Black Ceramic
I have one and would say the lume is incredibly awesome. The two negative for me are - the bulky and unrefined bezel design. It protrudes higher than the glass and the numbers printed on it are big and cheap looking. Because of this it is a good watch that could have been great. And eliminating the embossing on the underside would have reduced the height by 1mm.
I've owned the 116710LN for several years and agree with most of your comments except for the polished center links on the bracelet. I like the polished links a lot. Gives this watch a dressy vibe as well as the sporty tool look. And also agree with your comments about the Blue BLNR bezzle. I like the solid black better. I too have a 6.5 inch wrist and forty MM GMT is still doable. Own a couple of 42MM Speedmasters which work also. Liked your video.
Superb reviev and spot on. I am looking to buy this and all the info was very useful and timely. Subscriber!
Thanks! This is a wonderful watch. This is a great time to buy!
Great unbiased review. Agree with you on their pricing model. Guess at the end Rolex helps you retain the value long-term on their product.
Thanks! I’m trying not to be tempted by the recent drop in prices.
I have this same watch from my dad I love it ❤ love my dad
We’re watch brothers!
New sub. Great review system. Delivery needs to flow better but that will come. Would be interested on why you had to move countries? I am waiting on delivery on a Zuan 1963 Pilots watch. Im not an automatic guy but for $110aud i couldn't say no. I'm looking for that size (or bigger) for my 7.25 inch wrist. I haven't got that vintage vibe watch in my collection and I've haven't ever seen something like this in quartz.
Thanks! I can’t decide whether to be more lively or stick to the calm soothing approach. I took a new job in Cambodia and it’s been really hard to get settled in start the reviews again. I’ve actually moved again, but in the same city. I meant to make a few videos last month but didn’t get to it. Maybe I can setup my studio today!
I wish the date window was framed, and that the bezel was rotatable. Makes the watch seem unfinished.
Totally agree with the bezel. I would definitely not mind a date frame, but I can see why the cleaner look works for some people.
Hey , just saw the video, was wondering on the inner clasp (not sure if it’s called), the part where the word Rolex Geneva Swiss Made was written, the one on my grandpa watch was rough steel, heat-blasted (if I’m right) but in the video it’s polished steel
Perhaps it's a different bracelet. I'm not super familiar with the small differences within this reference number.
Interesting video recordings
Thanks!
Hey dude nice reviews! Have you stopped running videos?
I didn't plan to, but just ran out of motivation. However, summer is coming and I'm about to make 6-7 more videos. Thanks for the reminder to keep it up!
@@ChaoTime101ah that’s a bummer to hear. Your review sparked me in getting the all-black gmt master 2. Look forward to seeing future videos. Lots of watch releases lately so plenty of topics :)
@@DeeTube691 nice! That's such a classy watch. Give me two weeks, I'll make a video on an Omega diver. Thanks for giving me a little push!
Love this watch. Does the Bezel rotate?
Nope, it's fixed
nice
Thanks. Just like you!
Nice BEAUTIFUL
What's beautiful? My face?
At 50 years old, I’ve learned so much about watches over the years, I have Sold my Rolly Sub and an O’ yachtmaster and replaced them with 3 Duros, on bracelets and G-10s’ . No regrets, just a battery change every 4/5 YEARS … yes Years. It’s a no brainer.
Ha! Yeah. I've lost some of that lust for high end watches, but there are still a few watches that I want to own!
Nice review. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks!
I own two Steinharts and I'm looking at a third. I agree that they are the best watches for the money on the market. Hell, they'd be great watchs at twice their current prices!
I am pretty interested in their 39mm green sub homage.
💗i already had two repaired of this specific model ... but older, not the v3 : - one with the swan neck adjustment kept, for the other i had to replace the full balance wheel, because there is not "screwed pivot" for the hairspring (see 6:32 for example ? can you replace the hairspring alone ?) ♻still buying such ST19 Sugess/Alpha/Seagull/Pierre Paulin/... but in "non-working" condition : i'm located in france 🇫🇷 🇪🇺
Nice. Keep up the good work!
These pepsi 729as came out in 87
Thanks for the correction!
Man you gotta come back to the game. Just this review alone is the most thorough and easy to learn that I have ever seen when it comes to watches
Thanks! Lots going on in life right now, but I’ve got a few watches to review. Hopefully I’ll be posting again in early 2024. Thanks for the support!
I have an original Panerai steel bracelet with mine. It’s a tank but I enjoy it. It feels like a piece of jewelry to me.
Nice. I did like the strap, but always prefer bracelets.
Really enjoyed your review!
Thanks! Hope to put out some more reviews in 2024!
I just got one . Second hand. Thanks for the video.
Hope you like it! I just wore mine on vacation.
Mr. Chao - I commend you on your very balanced viewpoint - much appreciated.
Thanks! I'm looking forward to doing the next batch of purchases/reviews!
Brilliant review mate, thanks for the time and effort you put into it! This piece doesn’t get enough love.
One of my absolute favorite watches of all time.
I have this exact watch from 1982 that my late brother bought in Spain while he was in the Marines. I loved it when he came home from overseas and when he passed several years ago it was the one thing of his that I wanted of his. For me it is priceless because it was his.
Amazing story. Thanks for sharing!
I recently bought this watch, I love it.
Indeed. I absolutely love the design and feel of the watch. Definitely regret selling!
Own the rhodium dial, love it
I think I prefer black and white dials on Rolex.
Txs. Would you please review the Marathon GP Officer's Mechanical? Love your systematic approach to watch reviews.
Thanks for the suggestion! I’ll add it to my list of things to look out for.
Very good video. I like this watch for its purity of form and function. It’s one of my favorites. I hope to get the JDD Arctic soon.
Totally agree. It’s functional first and the form follows the function. I kind of regret letting this one go.
Very good video. I put a black and gray Ritche Fortitude Velcro strap on mine. It looks great and it’s a nice homage to the Velcro straps used by Astronauts.
I should look into one. I really don't wear mine nearly enough.
Unless I’m mistaken, I don’t think it was an original design by Rolex. I think another watch brand made a similar watch first. Maybe someone can remember which watch that was?
I wouldn't be surprised. Most design is imitation or derivative. But I haven't seen anything from that era that this watch copies.
No AR on a 10grand sports watch?? Thats a joke, right?
Lol, I'm laughing!
There’s AR on the Cyclops, but not adding an AR coating to the crystal is what makes it look so damn good! 😊 deliberate design choice.
I am looking for one. Probably the after 2007 version. Seem hard to find.
This is a great time to get one. Prices are trending down finally!
Love the watch.... how big is your wrist ?
Around 16-17 cm. I also love it!
Looks awesome. Deciding on this model in your white or the black. Decisions decisions .... How big is your wrist ? I had the 44mm speedy racing and had to sell bc it fealt too big for my wrist
I wanted something a little different so went white.
Excellent review... one of the best around.
Thanks! Appreciate the kind words.
With this particular watch… If the texting “GMT- MASTER II is printed in white instead of green is it a fake replica?!…
In this particular reference, I believe that would be a fake.
I own three Tudor watches now. This Bronze 43mm from 2016, a 41mm red bezel steel Black Bay from 2018 and the newer FXD Titanium 42mm. Love all of them and wear all of them for different reasons, but the bronze gets most of the wrist time.
I really really want to get the new 39mm Pelagos. You've got a great collection of Tudors!
5:45, outside says made in Japan while the inside says made in China.
Lol. What isn't these days?
Hi Chao - Thanks for the informative video on the 16570! I'm about to pull the trigger on one myself. Question on the fonts. Do you find the earlier 16570 have thicker fonts than the 16570 that were produced later (post T<25)?
I'm not sure. I don't have easy access to the more modern version to check side by side. I love the old tritium version though for the patina. I wanted the more modern version until I saw mine in person. Then I knew this wasn't going to be an everyday watch anyway and lume was not going to be a deciding factor. It's more of a special occasion or dress piece for me.
A great looking watch with the perfect dimension for my small wrist. But so many negative reports of the 6R35 movement in this watch in terms of accuracy. Too bad. I don't want a watch that's off by 15-30 or more seconds every day.
I gotta say, it's definitely possible with this movement. I've had good examples and bad. The worst was about 30 seconds fast a day. Very annoying.
I knew you had to be a teacher if you used a rubric! Great idea! Cheers!
Haha, thanks!
I love that you have a rubric! That really helps make it more objective. Great video and great watch! I do think that Seiko is getting more expensive than they used to, thus narrowing their value prospex (pun intended!). But every brand seems to be doing the same (Omega raising prices twice this year). The microbrands certainly can fill that gap because they need buyers to grow their brand recognition and can’t charge more. But I think most of us will still rather pay more for a Seiko purely because we know it’ll last forever. Side note, I’m glad Seiko keeps their lugs at 20mm because it makes replacement bracelets and strap options endless! Great video thank you!
I hate that Omega is raising prices. But I guess that's how capitalism works! I'm looking to get some micro brands to review soon. It's been too long since I made a video! I wish it weren't so expensive to make reviews...
I have one that I've been wearing for 12 years, no problems at all. It is an anchor. Mine has the ETA-2824A movement and was made in 2009
Nice. You've had that longer than I've been wearing watches!
I have the same watch! Love it, and from the same month and year!!👊🏼
Awesome. I need to get mine serviced, but I absolutely love wearing it. 👊🏽
Strange comment about the watch not coming with a bracelet to go swimming when it does indeed come with a rubber strap for that very purpose. Also, you can most certainly get a Panerai bracelet for it. As to the lume, It is the best I ever had on any watch I have owned, It goes on for ever.
The store I went to (which was not an AD) only had it in a leather strap. I suppose I should preface reviews by stating that it's strictly my experience. Thanks for telling me about your experience with the lume. You're not the first!
The best of the best for the price!
I do find it hard to get something comparable for the price.
my favorite one
I haven't tried all of them yet, but certainly one of the best!
I own this watch and bought it for 400 bucks. Ok, I'm opening myself up here to criticism, but I believe this watch will become a classic collectible in the same tradition of the Seiko skx. I adore this watch.
It's definitely a wonderful watch. Not outside the realm of possibility that Orient becomes the enthusiast's darling brand, but they would need to up their game a bit. There's quite a bit of competition in the microbrand space.
Was issued a Luminox but once I received the Marathon GSAR I didn't/don't wear anything else. Great watch and doesn't have to look "dazzling" as that is not what it was made for.
Yeah, comfortable and functional. Hard to beat.