Baltany A11 Retro WW2 Watch Review: Everything You Need to Know
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- Опубліковано 30 чер 2024
- Join me in this comprehensive Baltany A11 Retro WW2 Watch Review as we delve into all the essential details you need to know. In this video, I'll be scrutinizing Baltany's tribute to the iconic A11 watch that was originally crafted for the American Military during WWII. This watch had to meet stringent requirements of robustness, accuracy, and legibility, making it a timeless piece cherished by both watch enthusiasts and collectors of war memorabilia.
Now, the question arises: How does Baltany's A11 compare to the original? Will it withstand my meticulous examination? Stay tuned and watch as I put it through the ultimate test and compare it next to one of the original A11 watches by Bulova. Discover if this timepiece lives up to its predecessors and meets the high standards set by its historic inspiration.
Don't miss out on this watch review that caters to everyone! Join me and let's explore the remarkable Baltany A11 Retro WW2 Watch together
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Even if you took the a-11 inspiration out of the equation, this is just a great, clean, functional field watch. Love it.
Couldn't agree more!
Fantastic review as always. Baltany is probably the king of Aliexpress Vintage watches. Always admire the fact they take the extra step of using the NH38. Thanks again!
Thanks for watching! I am suitably pleased with what I am seeing from them. I have found this A11 much more pleasing than the Preasidus but I know they are also keen to let me have a look at another of their models. I have another Baltany review to do. Coming soon.
Even though the microscope view goes beyond what one would probably notice with the naked eye, there is something hugely satisfying about it.
Thank you. The idea is just to look closely at the hands and dial markers. This will show how well its made. Baltany passed on this test, for the money you really cant complain with the printing and ledgability of it.
It's always nice to see an nh38 being used so there isn't a ghost date position. The coin edge bezel looks great in my opinion. Baltany seems to have the market cornered on quality vintage military homages. I'm looking forward to when you get to your A11. Thanks for another great review!
Thanks Bristol. Agreed the use of the NH38 is how it should be done even though I dont mind a ghost position I never like to know there is a complication going on under the dial that is not in use! My A11 will eventually hit the channel. I am still working on the Omega video which will be an amazing adventure and story and I am hopeful that video will do really well (hoping, really hoping..) I also have my first Rolex to film, an Enicar and a Longines. I am almost flipping a coin on what video comes next!
@@mywatchreviews You have a bunch of cool watches coming up then! I've been waiting for the Omega video, hopefully you can get that all sorted out. Sounds like the story on it is really good too. I recently finished a Longines Conquest from the 70's, I believe caliber 706. It'll be neat to see yours too. Cheers!
@@Bristol1 the Longines is another really old watch, possibly 40s
Picked one of their Pilot Chronographs up in the last sale. It’s a great watch for the money. This one looks just as well made and really clean - it’s true that sometimes less is more.
Great review and camera work. Brilliant to see the extreme close ups!
Thank you. I dont think you will see many taking a watch out of the case! I am happy to where i can as it makes it a bit more interesting. Baltany certianly make some good watches for the price they offer. The have just sent me a chronograph to review. It a homeage of a Longines. Looks nice to be fair. A few things I dont like but they will be revealed in the review.
I really like that, such a clean design, super legible, but the bezel gives it character too 👍 Always good to see close ups and the timegrapher, thanks.
Thank you for your feedback. Indeed its a watch that does what it needs to with an an 80 year old design. Shows they knew what they were doing back then!
I love a clean dial, and no date to fiddle with. Excellent price too.
I like a field watch, the A11 is exactly the type of watch I like. This is a fantastic take on the iconic watch. The price is really good, almost cost.
Thanks for commenting. It’s a great watch for the cost.
A very nice retro watch. Good commentary and the checking of the watch is a bonus. A good impartial review.
Thank you for your comment and feedback. It helps to know I am doing something right!
That is a very nice looking watch. I have two Baltany watches so far and I'm impressed with bothof them. This may be my Third. Thank you for the review.
Pleased you like the video. They certainly are making some nice watches.
Great watch review as always, on a fabulous looking watch. Keep safe
Thanks, you too!
Nice looking and size. I have a few of the originals from WW2 and so small on my wris(8”). Nice watch. Thank you for the video and review
Thanks for watching. a 32mm its not but a lovely modern tribute. I am sure when the A11 was produced in the 40s they never imagined it would have tributes 80 years later!
Great in depth review sir. 👍 As usual. Digging the macro and movement shots and your informed comments BTW. _Very_ impressive watch for the money. 😮 Get working on your A11! 😁
Thanks for the feedback. The macro shots add to my reviews hopefully. Not sure many reviewers would dare to take a watch out of the case. My A11 has been in the queue for a video for absolute months..... It will eventually make it. I do need a tool to remove a wheel on it and the tool is £50+ !!
A nice repro of my favorite watch. Great, really detailed review. Thanks to share it with us!
By the way, do you plan to make a similar review about Vario 1918 Trench watch? It can be interesting with your comments. You always highlight all details.
All the best for you!
It’s funny you should say that. I know the owner of Vario personally plus I do their uk warranty work.
I have had a very personal 1918 with an inscription which I have been filming only yesterday (owned it for 18months) mainly because I also have the new 1945 D12
I will be reviewing each watch separately. Both are my personal watches.
Lovely watch and excellent review. I have a Baltany 6BB mecha quartz. It has one of the best crystals I've seen on a cheaper watch.
Thank you for the feedback. Nice to hear you like your Baltany also.
Great!! Ordering it right now :)
Thank you. Hope you enjoy it!
I like the style of the watch.
I've got both this and the automatic dirty dozen and they're both great.
I have the new Vario dirty dozen watch. It my personal watch but I will be producing a review of it. They have added their own twist to it like a crown at 4 which the purists will scoff at but I like the fact they are putting their own twist on things.
Nice bling-free watch :)
Pure and simple
I do like Baltany watches, i have my eye on the new cocktail chrono in the next Ali sale in November. 👍
Good luck. The November sale is usually the biggest.
Very smart
It would have been nice to see these in 36mm or 38mm. The larger size detracts (imho) from the vintage look.
This one is 100% 38mm despite their site saying 39mm
I have just measured again with my verier to be sure.
It's very hard to tell, because every tme I freeze-frame it, the image goes blurry - but is the 'tail' of the hairspring resting over the top of the coils instead of being away from them - thus causing friction in some attitudes?
You can’t see the tail on the video, the bit you might be mistaking is the terminal curve. On the NH movements they are quite prominent and have a big adjustment before they become the centric circles.
@@MyRetroWatches I might be using the wrong name in my iggerens! If you follow the hairspring round to the outer end, by the adjuster, there is a long piece protruding to the right that appears to curve round either over or under the working spring - that's the bit I mean by 'the tail'.
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Did everyone face quality issues with this watch? I had to take mine to a watchmaker for cleaning, as there was a speck of paint pealed off from the dial wondering around under the crystal. The watchmaker also told me that I should rather not swim with this watch as the water resistant is questionable. Did anyone swim with it?
Una bella pieza me hubiera gustafo en 34 o maximo 36 mm.
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