I can understand the frustration over the fake screwdown case back but I find the Skmei brand to be quite good all things considered. Particularly the watches they make modeled afted the Casio vintage line. This watch seems to be no exception. Clearly there had to be some cost cutting corners but over all it's a nice looking watch. This was a great review and you brought some great points to the forefront such as how there is a slight difference between the bracelet and the case. NIcely done.
It looks really good on the wrist, and the color difference between the case and the bracelet is not noticeable. I am waiting for mine to come (blue and black colors).
I have the blue, black/rose gold and pink rose/gold versions. Nice beater but very low water resistance. Be careful not to wash your hand with high water pressure.
Ive run into some fake screw down case backs, common on budget watches - but note this one has a J.Epson Seiko movement, darn good time keeping for a cheap watch - the tip off on the case back is the notches are way too shallow for a proper watch tool to get a grip on and they refused to turn with a tool, you have to consider the very low cost on watches like this, its a cost cutting measure - again, youre getting a J. Epson / Seiko quartz movement. Im happy if it looks good wears comfortable and keeps good time, thats all I can expect in very low price watches. A pop off case back is common in the sub $20 category, while its not perfect its a very nice looking watch for the money. Id buy one but it looks like the band cannot be swapped and would never fit my 8.5" wrist, so I usually end up with some kind of NATO or extra long leather band - neither of which will work on this proprietary band attachment lug setup and neither will the band adjust large enough so its a no go for me, but for others might be a nice budget dress watch.
Great review. You looked at and spoke about the things that matter. You didn't waffle on about obvious stuff that we could easily see in the specifications. I have a lot of budget watches, many that have not been designed quite right or even made correctly. I keep most of them as there often isn't anything else quite like it. I don't have a hammer but I do have a rubbish bin.. Keep up the great reviews.
Tomas I just went through the same fake screw down caseback on an old Invicta! I literally tried everything to unscrew the back and scratched the crap out of it. Then I dropped it and the back popped off! Arrrgh! It almost got the hammer! Thank you for the good laugh watching you have the same experience.
Burst out laughing at the "fake screw down back", haha. Too many inconsistencies and compromises unfortunately, and on a clean dial like this their odd logo sticks out like a sore thumb. On to the next one!
Interesting. I have a few Skmei digital watches that I am happy with. This looks ok for the money. I like the case shape. Skmei even do an automatic watch now. You could probably remove that Skmei logo with some goo-gone. I'm waiting for a Berny AM139M to be delivered it's a bit more expensive than the Skmei but still relatively cheap. Berny do some good quality cheap watches.
😂 Sorry! Not to laugh at your misfortune with the fake screw-down caseback, but your reaction starting at 7:19, particularly from 7:35, is priceless! I got a great laugh, probably because the things you were saying are about exactly what I'd have been saying. Thanks! 😁
i find your review so intresting...you ve nailed it...using the hammer...its fun..i cant explain it in words but your review is awesome...nice one dude
7:31 LOL I thought you were angrily trying to grab the hammer, so I've squinted with my eyes, expecting a slam. you're being so edgy and unpredictable lately. xD
8:25 In witch Posotion did you release the Crown. I might need to polish the glass from the inside. Or there is a protective plasticlayer on the top on the watch...that I can't seem to peel of`?
@@TomasWatchReviews Ok! THank you! Because I changed the Batteries on an Older Fossil Speedway, and I could only release the Crown in the Second Position. The Skmei is cool. Love the Looks of it. I wonder if I would buy a better Homage of this Style of watch. Wears like a 42mm. The Strap is pretty wide. Kinda cool and man could I saw some things with it, if needed to^^
@@TomasWatchReviews I opened the watch to polish the glass from the inside, I had a few marks on it. Now its polished, ...I put the crown back in, but now when I pull it out to set the time, It does not have anymore those two DISTINCT click click position 1 and 2. Its more fluid. Did I do something wrong? Can I fix it.
@@TomasWatchReviews Thank you. I am pretty happy with the Skmei. Love how accurate the watch runs. I filed the sharp edges. I also like the comfort of the Butterfly Clasp... but the inside Clasp Leaves a light mark on my skin.
@@TomasWatchReviews It's not to tight. I fits. It's the Construciton of the Butterfly. Very Elegant. Love it. But I dont like things cutting or pressing into my skin. Again it is very light. I am just a Health Nut. I know if something constricts the flow, bad things can happen, so in my mind, it either has to be the smoothest Butterfly clasp in the world. Or none at all for me.
Hey, excellent review. what do you think about this watch? I am trying to decide between Curren 8439 and Skmei 9288 for daily use. You can also recommend another model in same price range. Thank you.
skmei never make screw caseback, but they any make case stainless in Qxxx series (ex: Q023, Q025, etc) it really 316 stainless case.. the price is cheap..its ceazy
I've gotten this watch from a giveaway so thankfully i didn't pay for it. It is indeed a very beautifull watch but it has some deal breakers for me. Firstly the bracelet is sooo uncomfortable. I managed to find a good fit but still it is far from pleasant to wear. Secondly the curved glass is beautifull at first but it makes the watch unreadable from some angles, so much that it gets on my nerves. These two reasons are enough for me to never wear it. It still gets a spot in my watch box because i convinced myself that i need a watch for my gardening - bbq and similar work and since it was free and it looks really good i will use this until it breaks. Such a shame for such a beautifull watch.
I am one of your subscribers who actually bought this watch and I really like it. In my opinion your review is much too negative, especially in the beginning of the video, for a watch that costs about $12. You could just have easily started by saying this watch only costs twelve bucks and what can you expect for that money, but look how beautiful it is. Instead you begin by saying it has this problem and that problem and, by the way, it has one of the most beautiful dials you've ever seen. I mostly wear homages and, yes, most of them are Rolex homages, but when I have this watch on, people notice the lovely dial, the integrated bracelet, and the clever clasp, rather than fixating on the finish difference between the watch and the bracelet or the gaps between the links. I know watch reviewers tend to consider their OCD tendencies to be part of the job, but some of us are just happy to have something nice to wear for $12 that isn't a Submariner or Datejust or Explorer, or Daytona clone. I admit I'm a bit of a Skmei fanboy and I have a bunch of them, but I'm particularly impressed by this one, especially for the price.
Yup the Wwoor watch is way better! I got mine. Too bad it's expensive in Aliexpress at the moment. Lazada PH official store list the PRX homage for 20 USD.
Now I have it on my wrist. Looks great I think and I happy with for what it is. I collect watches that suits my wallet and I have some cheap ones that’s really bad and other that is very good in my way to see things. I collect all kind of watches, up to maximum 5-600 dollar level and down to approximately 15 dollars. I love it and my wife think I’m e freakin retard who could find happiness in this. But it is what it is 😂😂 very fun for me though. Have great day 👍
Isn't it amazing how much fun a $15 watch can be. My greatest conversation piece is one I bought from Amazon Marketplace for 59 cents (delivered from China). When anyone asks about the watch, I love telling them it cost 59 cents and telling them that the Chinese are going to eat our lunch if they can make such a good watch for 59 cents. By the way, it's still ticking away 7 years later (and worth changing the battery every few years) and keeping pretty good time.
aren't you from east or central europe? nothing but complains, bla bla...if you want perfect watch buy oris or iwc, or rolex my eastern european friend...for more money more music-did they not tell you in eastern europe?
My tier list for watches: tomaswatchreviews.com
bro check out the Snille N3009. same price range if not cheaper than an SKMEI. shaped like a VC Overseas 😅
I can understand the frustration over the fake screwdown case back but I find the Skmei brand to be quite good all things considered. Particularly the watches they make modeled afted the Casio vintage line. This watch seems to be no exception. Clearly there had to be some cost cutting corners but over all it's a nice looking watch. This was a great review and you brought some great points to the forefront such as how there is a slight difference between the bracelet and the case. NIcely done.
It looks really good on the wrist, and the color difference between the case and the bracelet is not noticeable. I am waiting for mine to come (blue and black colors).
I even started thinking about the real used PRX, but after watch a bunch of videos got disappointed, because Skmei dial looks a lot better :D
king of cheap watches review 🤴🏻 ..
7:51 This may be the hardest I have laughed watching a channel about watches. Absolute gold!
Best 20 bucks I ever spent! Got the blue one for a daily beater and its really nice looking.
Is it still working? Any Issue?
I am glad this one survived, you had me worried for a second when you realized the case back was fake lol
Yes that hammer was at the ready the whole time, wasn't it.
I have the blue, black/rose gold and pink rose/gold versions. Nice beater but very low water resistance. Be careful not to wash your hand with high water pressure.
Ive run into some fake screw down case backs, common on budget watches - but note this one has a J.Epson Seiko movement, darn good time keeping for a cheap watch - the tip off on the case back is the notches are way too shallow for a proper watch tool to get a grip on and they refused to turn with a tool, you have to consider the very low cost on watches like this, its a cost cutting measure - again, youre getting a J. Epson / Seiko quartz movement. Im happy if it looks good wears comfortable and keeps good time, thats all I can expect in very low price watches. A pop off case back is common in the sub $20 category, while its not perfect its a very nice looking watch for the money. Id buy one but it looks like the band cannot be swapped and would never fit my 8.5" wrist, so I usually end up with some kind of NATO or extra long leather band - neither of which will work on this proprietary band attachment lug setup and neither will the band adjust large enough so its a no go for me, but for others might be a nice budget dress watch.
How many years can this quartz can last?
Great review. You looked at and spoke about the things that matter. You didn't waffle on about obvious stuff that we could easily see in the specifications. I have a lot of budget watches, many that have not been designed quite right or even made correctly. I keep most of them as there often isn't anything else quite like it. I don't have a hammer but I do have a rubbish bin.. Keep up the great reviews.
Before the "sale" this was $15, it might drop to $15 again in the future (probably after Christmas).
Even with its quirks this costs less than $20.00 or so US, pretty hard to complain with the dial looking that good as long as it keeps good time
Which (Epson) movement? Once you have it open tell us the movement model: its only the most important part. And the battery size..
$15? A cheeseburger! I like it! Great quality video!
It looks like the second hand hits the markers more consistently than my PRX 😂
Because its quarts duh
@@CyRide00 and so is my PRX duh….
@@FullyLumedSounds like a dodgy movement to me, because a cheap Quartz movement shouldn't be more accurate than a more expensive one.
It's one of the first things I noticed on my Skmei 1988. It hits the indices better than most.
Tomas I just went through the same fake screw down caseback on an old Invicta! I literally tried everything to unscrew the back and scratched the crap out of it. Then I dropped it and the back popped off! Arrrgh! It almost got the hammer! Thank you for the good laugh watching you have the same experience.
LOL that fake screwdown caseback is the only downturn 😂 whereas the other aspect, bracelet movement are amazing!
I have that wacht in olive green color and i love it!!
That's a cool SKMEI! What a good find. 😁
The other language in the day of the week is Chinese.
Burst out laughing at the "fake screw down back", haha.
Too many inconsistencies and compromises unfortunately, and on a clean dial like this their odd logo sticks out like a sore thumb. On to the next one!
you right, logo looks just funny
Loved the review. "Something and English, something and English..." lol! Subbed.
Interesting. I have a few Skmei digital watches that I am happy with. This looks ok for the money. I like the case shape. Skmei even do an automatic watch now. You could probably remove that Skmei logo with some goo-gone.
I'm waiting for a Berny AM139M to be delivered it's a bit more expensive than the Skmei but still relatively cheap. Berny do some good quality cheap watches.
I would not risk with automatic Skmei watches :D
😂 Sorry! Not to laugh at your misfortune with the fake screw-down caseback, but your reaction starting at 7:19, particularly from 7:35, is priceless! I got a great laugh, probably because the things you were saying are about exactly what I'd have been saying. Thanks! 😁
its only 30 euros ! its perfect
I have bought this watch round 14.06 dollar in Bangladesh it's really a good looking watch at this price range
i find your review so intresting...you ve nailed it...using the hammer...its fun..i cant explain it in words but your review is awesome...nice one dude
thanks
7:31 LOL I thought you were angrily trying to grab the hammer, so I've squinted with my eyes, expecting a slam. you're being so edgy and unpredictable lately. xD
thanks, trying my best :D
8:25 In witch Posotion did you release the Crown. I might need to polish the glass from the inside. Or there is a protective plasticlayer on the top on the watch...that I can't seem to peel of`?
crown has to be all the way in before releasing usually
@@TomasWatchReviews Ok! THank you! Because I changed the Batteries on an Older Fossil Speedway, and I could only release the Crown in the Second Position. The Skmei is cool. Love the Looks of it. I wonder if I would buy a better Homage of this Style of watch. Wears like a 42mm. The Strap is pretty wide. Kinda cool and man could I saw some things with it, if needed to^^
@@TomasWatchReviews Is there a homemade way to soften the Edges a bit?
@@darioswatchclub8 there should be
@@TomasWatchReviews I opened the watch to polish the glass from the inside, I had a few marks on it. Now its polished, ...I put the crown back in, but now when I pull it out to set the time, It does not have anymore those two DISTINCT click click position 1 and 2. Its more fluid. Did I do something wrong? Can I fix it.
How about the time accuracy ?
Awful.
Is there a way to remove the logo on the dial?
Malu ke bro pakai logo SKMEI
@@liltrev6740 jelek font dia
I don't think so. Unless you will put something bigger on top to replace.
Are you embarrassed about skmei?
7:51 is the best part
6:28 If I want a Watch with a beautifull Dial like this Skmei with Similar Dail, Date, Date Indicies....what do I look at? Seiko or Orient?
I had Orient Ray II with blue dial it was just as amazing.
@@TomasWatchReviews Thank you. I am pretty happy with the Skmei. Love how accurate the watch runs. I filed the sharp edges. I also like the comfort of the Butterfly Clasp... but the inside Clasp Leaves a light mark on my skin.
@@darioswatchclub8 they all do I believe.. Could be too tight though..? Or is it from resting your wrist on the table?
@@TomasWatchReviews It's not to tight. I fits. It's the Construciton of the Butterfly. Very Elegant. Love it. But I dont like things cutting or pressing into my skin. Again it is very light. I am just a Health Nut. I know if something constricts the flow, bad things can happen, so in my mind, it either has to be the smoothest Butterfly clasp in the world. Or none at all for me.
@@darioswatchclub8 yes, many dont like butterfly clasps..
I am from India can i buy this watch?.
Stop buying crappy Chinese goods over there.
Casio is pretty affordable, just get the original one.
What is your wrist size brother as this watch sits on your wrist perfectly... ?!
nice Epson movement!
Could I put this Beauty on a leather Strap`? I was searching for a cool Watch with Day and Date....Kinda like a Seiko 5...
6:44 That Hair!
possible I guess, but the strap would need major modifications
Hey, excellent review. what do you think about this watch? I am trying to decide between Curren 8439 and Skmei 9288 for daily use. You can also recommend another model in same price range. Thank you.
just get a Casio :D Used one will be fine. Don't know about Curren, never had.
skmei never make screw caseback, but they any make case stainless in Qxxx series (ex: Q023, Q025, etc) it really 316 stainless case.. the price is cheap..its ceazy
I've gotten this watch from a giveaway so thankfully i didn't pay for it. It is indeed a very beautifull watch but it has some deal breakers for me. Firstly the bracelet is sooo uncomfortable. I managed to find a good fit but still it is far from pleasant to wear. Secondly the curved glass is beautifull at first but it makes the watch unreadable from some angles, so much that it gets on my nerves. These two reasons are enough for me to never wear it. It still gets a spot in my watch box because i convinced myself that i need a watch for my gardening - bbq and similar work and since it was free and it looks really good i will use this until it breaks. Such a shame for such a beautifull watch.
Hey man, amazing video and a lovely piece. I was wondering if I can put a prx strap on it?
sorry, don't know
PRX strap costs more than the price of this entire watch. 😂
I am one of your subscribers who actually bought this watch and I really like it. In my opinion your review is much too negative, especially in the beginning of the video, for a watch that costs about $12. You could just have easily started by saying this watch only costs twelve bucks and what can you expect for that money, but look how beautiful it is. Instead you begin by saying it has this problem and that problem and, by the way, it has one of the most beautiful dials you've ever seen. I mostly wear homages and, yes, most of them are Rolex homages, but when I have this watch on, people notice the lovely dial, the integrated bracelet, and the clever clasp, rather than fixating on the finish difference between the watch and the bracelet or the gaps between the links. I know watch reviewers tend to consider their OCD tendencies to be part of the job, but some of us are just happy to have something nice to wear for $12 that isn't a Submariner or Datejust or Explorer, or Daytona clone. I admit I'm a bit of a Skmei fanboy and I have a bunch of them, but I'm particularly impressed by this one, especially for the price.
I am happy that you like it. The dial on that watch is stunning.
It is very beautfiul in blue❤
What movement is in it?
Japanese seiko Epson Ax33A Quartz
The movement using ?
Is the wwoor s901 better??
What is the dial size of this watch?
How many price in this watch
Thanks for the video :-) I paid 15 Euro for mine, at that price I really can't complain much :-)
Hi brother, what is your wrest size?
16.5cm
@@TomasWatchReviews my wrest is 6m is the watch looks good on my wrest?
@@skhadi6031 6 inches? Should be fine.
@@TomasWatchReviews thank u dear
The hammer of justice 😂
waiting for a discount on this. i think perfect for price
movement name?
😂😂😂 I remembered when I try to open back case of SKMEI 9133. And I don't think that it can be happened to you
You should try the wwoor watch. It´s far better !
65euros is a bit much when I can find the original PRX on the marked used for around 200~250. Just too close.
Yup the Wwoor watch is way better! I got mine. Too bad it's expensive in Aliexpress at the moment. Lazada PH official store list the PRX homage for 20 USD.
How it started: I will break this Skmei
How it’s going: This Skmei broke me.
Am I the only one who thought Tomas bought a Tissot PRX when first seeing the thumbnail?
Funny enough, this Skmei got me into really thinking about the PRX..
Good video
The butterfly clasp mechanism is the worst of all existing ones in my opinion.
Too bad you cannot change the bracelet. Amazing dial tho, lovely
Skime is good company because all prodect cheap and not bad.
true
love ur cute accent bro
Apparently Kid grew up a watch-lover.
Pubic hair included😂
Do you think they don't have working tables and assemble watches in their laps? 😂
I would have definitely used that hammer.
It's the only correct answer.
Now I have it on my wrist. Looks great I think and I happy with for what it is. I collect watches that suits my wallet and I have some cheap ones that’s really bad and other that is very good in my way to see things. I collect all kind of watches, up to maximum 5-600 dollar level and down to approximately 15 dollars. I love it and my wife think I’m e freakin retard who could find happiness in this. But it is what it is 😂😂 very fun for me though. Have great day 👍
Isn't it amazing how much fun a $15 watch can be. My greatest conversation piece is one I bought from Amazon Marketplace for 59 cents (delivered from China). When anyone asks about the watch, I love telling them it cost 59 cents and telling them that the Chinese are going to eat our lunch if they can make such a good watch for 59 cents. By the way, it's still ticking away 7 years later (and worth changing the battery every few years) and keeping pretty good time.
@@HappyGuy11Amazing. Thats a Keeper 👍
Tomas, why do you do it to yourself?? 🤣🤣🤣
I do it for you :D
I don't understand what this guy is bitching about, the watch only costs 100 RMB, which is about 15 USD.
dude, it is called review.
Dude, true. I am getting one.
@@alexshek168 it has one of the best looking blue dials ever. You gonna love it.
@@TomasWatchReviews yes, it does look good indeed
My 10$ Casio F94 is better
Literally any Casio is better than garbage skmei watches.
"it looks homemade"😭
Had the put a bit more effort 50 £€$
no no, max 25 for this, don't pay more.
По акценту сразу слышно, что не американец ))
that's what you get for a cheap.. cheap.. cheap.. skmei..
Put it on a NATO.
😂😂😂
Nah, the inside didn't look good, too much plastic, too small. And will a normal 20 or 18 mm NATO fit?
It looks nice, but it's literally a cheap piece of crap, lol.
If you're into disposable watches, this is perfect for you.
Looks like Tissot - total rubbish... 😂
It didn't fit, the band is too short, as usual with Asian watches...hobbit size.. :(
aren't you from east or central europe? nothing but complains, bla bla...if you want perfect watch buy oris or iwc, or rolex my eastern european friend...for more money more music-did they not tell you in eastern europe?
it is a review, not an ad.