SMITHS Air Ministry PRS-29: An Unexpected Love Affair (Ref. 6B:159)

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  • @ID-Guy
    @ID-Guy  4 роки тому +3

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    • @mirosawirzyk5247
      @mirosawirzyk5247 4 роки тому +1

      The Omega watches where used by RAF and PAF pilots corrvintagewatches.com/?attachment_id=8132

    • @GustapoGomez
      @GustapoGomez 4 роки тому

      Not sure if you’ve previously stated but this Smiths brand from timefactors have no affiliation with Smiths the original brand. It’s borderline plagiarism.

  • @theautumnalcyclist7629
    @theautumnalcyclist7629 9 місяців тому +3

    As a result of this video, I'm now the proud owner of a Smiths PRS29 air ministry sitting on an antique bonklip bracelet. It took a while to acquire a lot of searching, but after the unbearable wait for its delivery, my wife's reaction summed it perfectly when I opened the box. "Now that is a handsome chap, can you get rid of that awful gshock "
    Thankyou for ending my search

  • @timefliesby-jleo474
    @timefliesby-jleo474 3 роки тому +3

    Wow I just don’t know how many times I have watched this video!

  • @Thomas_Burnett
    @Thomas_Burnett 4 роки тому +8

    Absolutely loving those heat blued ‘spade’ hands on the PRS29-AM ‘Air Ministry’! Great value watches from a company that seems to be producing some really interesting pieces at the moment.
    A great video as always my friend. Here’s to you endorsing Smiths timepieces from now on! ✊

    • @ID-Guy
      @ID-Guy  4 роки тому +2

      The blue hands are reason enough to own the piece. Now I wake up saying "I have a want to wear blue hands today" ;) I hope you've been enjoying the sun this week brotha!

  • @kevinslegg1576
    @kevinslegg1576 4 роки тому +10

    Timefactors do make fantastic watches - and your reviews are equally as good

    • @ID-Guy
      @ID-Guy  4 роки тому +2

      Really appreciate it Kevin. Thanks a million for the comment!

  • @flemmingsorensen5470
    @flemmingsorensen5470 4 роки тому +3

    Fantastic video👍 I recently purchased a Stowa Marine 36 Manual - and I absolutely love it! Elegant, functional and comfy. Seems that the straps becomes more important on these simplistic small watches, “taking up more real estate” on the wrist.

  • @reedgrabowski8314
    @reedgrabowski8314 4 роки тому +2

    Spectacular watch and totally appreciate your from the heart perspective as to why it means so much to you. The Air Ministry watch represents a time when life was much simpler. It serves its purpose exquisitely.

    • @Mark..P
      @Mark..P 4 роки тому +1

      Very well said Reed. 👏

    • @ID-Guy
      @ID-Guy  4 роки тому +1

      Thank you Reed. It's always nice to attack the angle a bit differently than the "standard" review method out there ;) They really do manage to evoke a feeling which is quite spectacular!

  • @martinsmith49
    @martinsmith49 4 роки тому +5

    I love my Air Ministry PRS-29 and have also recently acquired the Everest "Expedition" as well. Great review, thanks

    • @ID-Guy
      @ID-Guy  4 роки тому +1

      They're freakishly addicting. I know that soon I'll be owning four of them... we have a problem ;)

    • @jwags24
      @jwags24 4 роки тому

      What are your thoughts on the Everest ? I considered trying to find one, but they are pretty expensive on the used market.

  • @blueshirtbuddah1665
    @blueshirtbuddah1665 4 роки тому +5

    Yet another amazing video IDGuy! I love your in depth reviews of military style watches, they are by far the best on UA-cam. These Smiths watches are all fantastic looking pieces, but the blues hands of the Air Ministry model just set it apart from the others. Thanks as always for the great video.

    • @ID-Guy
      @ID-Guy  4 роки тому +1

      A little bit of history goes a long way ;) It was amazing to find the original Omega that inspired this piece too! A "1956 6b:159" - check it out on google. Fascinating stuff. Thanks a million for the comment, Blueshirt! I hope you're having tremendous weather where you are

  • @Mark..P
    @Mark..P 4 роки тому +7

    Hottest day of the year so far, glass of Rosé wine in a shaded part of the garden, another great IDGuy video. Sometimes Redundancy doesn’t feel that bad at all (as long as the down time is not that long) 😁

    • @reedgrabowski8314
      @reedgrabowski8314 4 роки тому +1

      For the Monday through Friday grind, it feels like Bill Murray's Ground Hog Day each day! Enjoy your afternoon Mark!

    • @Mark..P
      @Mark..P 4 роки тому +1

      Reed Grabowski Haha. Spot on. Hope you are well my friend

    • @ID-Guy
      @ID-Guy  4 роки тому +2

      It won't be for long, Mark and I really hope you enjoyed the incredible day! I've been out since 3 and have just come indoors

    • @Mark..P
      @Mark..P 4 роки тому +1

      IDGuy I have. It was a gorgeous day and life is for the living. 👏😁👍

  • @vaughanatkinson8421
    @vaughanatkinson8421 4 роки тому +2

    The cream dial just accentuates the bold simplicity of the dial, and in this case wins hands down! Great content as always young man!

    • @ID-Guy
      @ID-Guy  4 роки тому

      Thank you as always Vaughan! Ah, it's a gem. I so enjoy the simplicity and just wearing it as a watch (with zero complications and fuss)

    • @vaughanatkinson8421
      @vaughanatkinson8421 4 роки тому

      @@ID-Guy certainly an everyday wearer, that works in many environments...versatile despite its simplicity!

  • @ibarragan
    @ibarragan 2 роки тому +3

    Great video. Can you share where you got the olive strap for the air ministry?

  • @194312
    @194312 3 роки тому

    Spot on ur words, very well captured the era this watch represents 👌

  • @dustytriumph
    @dustytriumph 2 роки тому

    Fantastic review. Enjoyed it thoroughly. Very well written and photographed.

  • @theluffy76480
    @theluffy76480 4 роки тому

    One of the most romantic and honest review I've ever seen. Congrats. I'm not decided yet between the longine heritage military and this smiths (not the same budget but emotions don't come with coins). And I think I star to know now. Thank you Buddy!

  • @nukie404
    @nukie404 4 роки тому +1

    Although it was built for a different purpose, I think the watch straddles that line between functional and dressy very well. Few microbrands excite me, but Ed and his Smiths watches are very appealing to me. Also one of the few brands that actually seem to understand what "homage" means, instead of just blatantly copying designs. Another job well done Mr. IDGuy, can't wait to hear about the W10! - Han

  • @IBoughtAWatch
    @IBoughtAWatch 4 роки тому +1

    Lovely looking piece, great background information on the piece's, subscribed and looking forward to seeing your next upload!

    • @ID-Guy
      @ID-Guy  4 роки тому +1

      Thanks a million for following! We try and mix and mash all sorts of ideas here, from history, to design development... the rabbit hole just keeps getting deeper and deeper ;)

  • @davidhammond9336
    @davidhammond9336 4 роки тому +3

    Fantastic video. I like to wear smaller watches now. You do get use to them and vintage watches add that special feeling. Strange how you change you perspective on style and fashion. Interesting when you watch old movies and see those small watches on men’s wrists it does not look weird, they seem to balance the overall look imo. Now when I see huge dress watches now they , to me, look odd.

    • @robbertblok5612
      @robbertblok5612 4 роки тому +1

      To me, these big watches have always looked tasteles and ridiculous.

    • @tippykaffu4047
      @tippykaffu4047 4 роки тому

      Try Dornbluth, they made a marine-inspired dress watch pieces with a relatively large size but very nice nonetheless.

    • @robbertblok5612
      @robbertblok5612 4 роки тому

      @@tippykaffu4047
      Oh yrs, Dornblut are very fantastic watches but to big for my taste.
      If ever they make smaller ones I'ld consider one.

  • @jamespool1335
    @jamespool1335 3 роки тому

    Stunning bracelet combo!!!

  • @eddy8828
    @eddy8828 4 роки тому

    Fantastic presentation. Loved it.

  • @juniorjohnson5961
    @juniorjohnson5961 4 роки тому +6

    Love the mesh Bracelet 🙏

    • @ID-Guy
      @ID-Guy  4 роки тому +3

      Tessuflex really is a sleeper brand that I've never heard talk about! See if you can find them NOS on Ebay and thank me later ;)

    • @juniorjohnson5961
      @juniorjohnson5961 11 місяців тому

      ​@@ID-Guy I'm back just looking at Smiths Everest & found you again! Hope your well my friend 🙏

  • @PaoloZucchetti
    @PaoloZucchetti 4 роки тому +2

    I really love my Omega 6B/159...probably most beautiful watch in my collection. the Smiths Air Ministry PRS-29 is a valid modern re issue!

    • @ID-Guy
      @ID-Guy  4 роки тому +1

      Oh, I'd love to get my hands on an original. And I found the exact model that the Air Ministry used as a template - Google: Omega 1956 "6B/159". Thanks for the comment Paolo!

    • @PaoloZucchetti
      @PaoloZucchetti 4 роки тому

      @@ID-Guy I prefer the 33mm case model like mine, fell perfect for my skinny wrist and more "historical correct" with more "vintage vibe"....at the end of the day all this passion is 90% emotional things ....you agree with me?

  • @Svenskadoktorn
    @Svenskadoktorn 4 роки тому +4

    Another great example of the style is the Stowa Marine

    • @ID-Guy
      @ID-Guy  4 роки тому +1

      I need to cover these Marine pieces - the whole area of marine chronometry needs more love on this platform! Thanks for the comment Jon

    • @Svenskadoktorn
      @Svenskadoktorn 4 роки тому

      @@ID-Guy No probs! Thanks for the answer and kudos on a good channel! :)

  • @tippykaffu4047
    @tippykaffu4047 4 роки тому +6

    Smith's watches are going great. Many new things will come out. Btw, I think Ed might start using a new automatic Ronda movement as it is going to come out soon. It is quite a reliable movement after it was tried on a timegrapher. I also saw him trying to make a trench watch with Omega vintage Seamaster 300 dial. However, I find them polarizing.
    Also, the CEO of Hamilton Sylvain Dolla who is one of the best CEOs of the Swatch group company IMO will be moving to Longines. The only brand that was able to actually make an amazing reissue AND great modern design in the lower end Swatch group hierarchy. He also always listen to the fans and critics.
    I think Longines will be getting amazing modern pieces AND amazing reissue pieces soon.

    • @kranffel
      @kranffel 4 роки тому +2

      Definitely.
      Check out the new "tuxedo" models from longines. A time only piece with small seconds hand and a really cool chronograph

    • @mt24Carson
      @mt24Carson 4 роки тому +1

      Very interesting, thanks for sharing that information. Smiths is indeed hitting its stride and providing good value, the trick is trying to acquire one.... ⌚👍

    • @tippykaffu4047
      @tippykaffu4047 4 роки тому +1

      @@kranffel I did. I love the size too. However, it is a reissue. I am interested in their new modern pieces.
      Longines Modern pieces in the past were not likable to me.

    • @tunokies
      @tunokies 4 роки тому

      Timefactors has been doing great watches for many years, in fact it's the OG microbrand. It ain't news to us TZUK forum guys. I just hope Eddie has plans to handle the extra demand these videos will surely bring. 👍🏻

  • @Paul_Henshall
    @Paul_Henshall 4 роки тому

    Lovely review, of the beautiful piece.

  • @willardhooton920
    @willardhooton920 4 роки тому +1

    Heat blued hands/ ivory dial are the same elements that make Smiths Everest such a special, elegant, and even original homage to the Rolex 1016.

  • @eurabio
    @eurabio 2 роки тому

    Gorgeous!
    Greeting from Mexico

  • @edwardo737
    @edwardo737 3 роки тому

    It's a stunner!

  • @joysimathbarry1724
    @joysimathbarry1724 3 роки тому

    Awesome video

  • @karl_m3013
    @karl_m3013 4 роки тому

    WOW, the Tessuflex bracelet changes the look so dramatically. I am not a pilot/field watch kinda guy. I am a bracelet guy. That combination is going to haunt me to consider getting one. Great video, as always.

  • @andrewchesterong6577
    @andrewchesterong6577 4 роки тому

    A very discreet yet handsome watch, the disingenuous is simple and certainly unfussy and its all business. I love the history behind this and i am sure it is far more affordable than the Longines heritage military. Thank you for this wonderful review. I like the canvas strap as i think it goes well with the watch

  • @hambone988ubet
    @hambone988ubet 4 роки тому

    That woven bracelet is really cool!

  • @robertsullivan4773
    @robertsullivan4773 4 роки тому

    Great now you have me lusting after yet another watch. Very nice watch. My Breitling Transocean Ocean 1915 shares some of the design features but they get a bit lost because it's so big. It was supposedly an homage to there premiere line out just after the war.

  • @KevG1962
    @KevG1962 4 роки тому +1

    Great review. Great watch. Would look really good on a bonklip bracelet

    • @ID-Guy
      @ID-Guy  4 роки тому +1

      I'm dying to pick one up! It would pair even more nicely with the Mark 11 tribute ;) Thanks as always Kev!

  • @chrisstevenson2622
    @chrisstevenson2622 4 роки тому

    Field or Military watches with their simplistic and tool design, can be worn in just about situation from jeans & a t-shirt to a suit. They are designed to stay out of the way until you need them.
    Their dials are simplistic in design and with a quick glance, you have the time. Watches like the Rolex Explorer and the Omega Railmaster & Seamaster are hidden masterpieces. You can’t go wrong with a field watch even as a one watch collection.
    An added benefit to Military or Field/Pilots watches is you can dress them up or down with a simple swap of the strap to compliment your wardrobe from casual to wearing a suit & tie.

  • @guanwaiheng1351
    @guanwaiheng1351 4 роки тому

    Another great review, after watching your PRS 25 video, I'm eyeing on it PRS 25.
    Hope I saved up and get this one too.....

  • @jlg395
    @jlg395 3 роки тому +1

    Shorten the lug-to-lug by 3mm, add "Great Britain" to the bottom of the dial, change the boxed sapphire crystal to a domed sapphire crystal, and then change the font of the numerals to something more period correct (see the Timor Heritage Field watch as an example). Do all of those simple things and you'd have the most perfect watch currently being produced.

  • @OuterMarkerReviews
    @OuterMarkerReviews 4 роки тому +2

    I would be curious to know what the RAF pilots thought at the time of 32mm pilots watches, I cant help but think they may have been more challenging to use than the giant flieger watches the other side had

    • @ID-Guy
      @ID-Guy  4 роки тому +1

      Very good question! Really, I reckon everyone was so accustomed to smaller watches back then (like we are with 40mm pieces today) - maybe they just grimaced and bared it? Same to Vietnam pilots with watches like 35mm Glycine Airman's (men?). Would be nice to hear the testimonials and thanks for the comment!

    • @PaoloZucchetti
      @PaoloZucchetti 4 роки тому +1

      why the small size? because they use the watch not only in flight but also on the ground.
      look at how the RAF pilots were dressed in 1935 ... jacket and tie! and they flew in the same way

    • @OuterMarkerReviews
      @OuterMarkerReviews 4 роки тому

      Paolo great point! I love how classy those Brits were and still are

    • @OuterMarkerReviews
      @OuterMarkerReviews 4 роки тому

      Makes sense to me, thanks for putting up another great video!

  • @anthonykleeman9686
    @anthonykleeman9686 4 роки тому

    ID Guy thank you for your review - I appreciate your candid and dertailed description of this watch, and its details. BTW can you tell me what the vintage mesh bracelet was that you added to the PRS-29AM? Thank you.

  • @dustycups
    @dustycups 4 роки тому

    Good work on the video, very enjoyable. I didn’t wear my AM much after I bought it, however it has steadily grown on me and it’s now one of my favourites. What are your thoughts on the numeral font? I think something with a little bit more old fashioned flair, like the Omega 6B/159 this is based on, would have been good. Reading the development process on the TZUK forum, I think Eddie wasn’t able to locate the particular one he wanted.
    Would you mind sharing what that olive green strap is? It looks like a Watchgecko but they don’t have it in 18mm.

  • @jwags24
    @jwags24 4 роки тому +2

    I love the strap ! Do you mind sharing the brand ?

    • @ID-Guy
      @ID-Guy  4 роки тому +1

      Sure thing Jared! It's "Tessuflex" they should be on ebay (and are vintage) so try your best to find NOS examples!

  • @dominicrusho
    @dominicrusho 4 роки тому +3

    It’s easier to buy a Rolex now than a Timefactors watch...real shame.

    • @welster716
      @welster716 4 роки тому +2

      True, I tried buying the black version a couple of weeks ago. Got three e-mails acknowledging my order, confirming that payment was successful etc. Great I thought. Then a fourth e-mail saying you were not successful. Puts you off a bit.. 😟

  • @cd1615
    @cd1615 3 роки тому

    Just got mine ordered! By the time I filled out the payment info and submitted everything I clicked continue shopping and everything was sold out. Less than 4 min😳

  • @cCcMamaw
    @cCcMamaw 4 роки тому

    These are great watches, i love my PRS29. The only thing that I would change is the sapphire crystal or the way it was manufactured. I suppose this is more visible on the black PRS29 but there is some sort of a smoky halo ring effect much like the Omega Speedmaster with sapphire crystal. This ring is not present on the hesalite version of the watch. However I don’t know if it is possible to manufacture a domed sapphire crystal without this smoky ring.
    .

  • @scottparis6355
    @scottparis6355 Рік тому

    The Smiths Air Ministry sells for about $500. The Longines Heritage Military is a very similar watch with essentially an off-the-shelf ETA movement, but has an asking price of $2,500.
    I've handled both, and there is nothing magical about the Longines, other that Longines traditional inflated price.

  • @russellharris5072
    @russellharris5072 4 роки тому

    By the time it would take for me to save up for one of these I am confident that they'll be sold out.This has always been the case for most of Eddie's watches,but my Perpetual SC03 also harks back to an earlier time blued hands and all........................

  • @number668
    @number668 4 роки тому +1

    Hi, where did you bought that nice mesh strap?

    • @ID-Guy
      @ID-Guy  4 роки тому +1

      Check out "Tessuflex" on ebay and try to look for NOS versions. They're vintage but are so worth it!

    • @number668
      @number668 4 роки тому

      IDGuy Thanks ;)

  • @Yorkshiremadmick
    @Yorkshiremadmick 4 роки тому +1

    Eddie is starting to look after you for the reviews. I assume you’re on the Forum TZ?

    • @ID-Guy
      @ID-Guy  4 роки тому

      I'm not on any forums! Is that bad? But it's been so amazing to look at the watches that he offers... may the partnership long continue! ;) Thanks for the comment as always Michael!

    • @Yorkshiremadmick
      @Yorkshiremadmick 4 роки тому

      IDGuy
      Might be worth Looking up ForumTZ run by Eddie himself 👍🏻😉

  • @yousefgeorge3060
    @yousefgeorge3060 4 роки тому

    AM I REALLY ABOUT TO HAVE A WHOLE SMITHS COLLECTION????

  • @inglebybhoy3293
    @inglebybhoy3293 4 роки тому +3

    Bought the Everest....bought the W10......and now, bloody hell, I’ll have to buy this. IDGuy; you’re worse than my ex-wife for my finances.

    • @ID-Guy
      @ID-Guy  4 роки тому

      Don't worry, man... I'm in the same boat as you... soon I'll be owning four of them. The watches are so freakishly addicting...

  • @niklaswe2686
    @niklaswe2686 4 роки тому

    May I ask what brand the olive green strap is from ?

  • @cd1615
    @cd1615 3 роки тому

    this watch or the longines heritage military? I'm want this one, but which is better?

    • @dustycups
      @dustycups 3 роки тому

      'Better' is very subjective, what are you looking for?

    • @cd1615
      @cd1615 3 роки тому

      @@dustycups I just got this one ordered, the longines can hardly be worn, it can’t handle anything but washing your hands. I don’t swim with my mechanicals on but it just seems too fragile. The smiths is meant to be worn every day not just when you dress up

    • @dustycups
      @dustycups 3 роки тому

      @@cd1615 Good one, hope you enjoy it. I’ve been wearing my AM and the black one for about a year and they are just great!

  • @jamespool1335
    @jamespool1335 3 роки тому

    How do you spell the name of that beautiful bracelet please? Would love to find one

  • @sailinbob11
    @sailinbob11 4 роки тому +1

    Very pretty, no date,legible, the bracelet looks awesome, uncuttered. Winner ! What would that bracelet look like on a Seiko turtle 6309-7049? In 36 years,I have gone through a dozen rubber straps. If not that bracelet, which ? I've see SS bracelets on similar watches to my turtle (actually the same model),and at the lugs,they're kinda wonky. I'd like a clasp similar to say the Omega 300, it's on the way, or something similar. Suggestions? Not a NATO fan. Wanna get away from buckels, don't need a $1000 bracelet. Peace !

    • @ID-Guy
      @ID-Guy  4 роки тому

      I'd love to chat about bracelets in more detail in the future. For Seiko with a bit more elegance, I'd go for beads of rice. Something about the comfort factor, a bit of elegance, brushing and polishing goes a long way ;) There are many options out there so just keep looking and never be satisfied with the first few results!

    • @sailinbob11
      @sailinbob11 4 роки тому

      @@ID-Guy thanks,ill keep looking.

  • @Macrorotor
    @Macrorotor 4 роки тому

    I'm wondering how this would look on a staib milanese mesh bracelet :)

  • @uesugikaru
    @uesugikaru 4 роки тому

    Where to purchase that bracelet?

  • @vl7920
    @vl7920 3 роки тому

    The minutes hand on the PRS29A and the seconds hand on the AM are too thick, all watches from Timefactors have design issues...The first edition/batch of the PRS29A is the exception.

  • @pensforgts
    @pensforgts 4 роки тому

    Do they sent to Turkey istanbul?

  • @mgb1971
    @mgb1971 4 роки тому +1

    Sounds like you really love this watch. So....when are you selling your Omega? LOL......just kidding.

    • @ID-Guy
      @ID-Guy  4 роки тому

      Ah, nothing can trump the Omega. As a piece to add to my ever growing love for "Field / Pilot watches" though... Soon I've own four of them at this rate hahaha!

    • @mgb1971
      @mgb1971 4 роки тому

      @@ID-Guy Pilot watches are my weakness also. Just bought a Glycine Airman 18 yesterday, and a Laco B dial Flieger last week. I'll send you a pic of the Glycine for your podcast when I receive it. I almost bought the Smiths Air Ministry last month but decided on a Sinn instead.

  • @TheFlyrodder68
    @TheFlyrodder68 3 роки тому

    The issue is that in the event something is wrong with the watch, the customer service is abysmal, rude, and unaccommodating.

  • @cakraparindra4659
    @cakraparindra4659 4 роки тому

    This kind of videos are really dangerous for my bank account

  • @UGA.D
    @UGA.D 4 роки тому +1

    I always thought that watches like this, and the Longines, shared a similar aesthetic with marine chronometers. www.stowa.de/en/Marine+36+classic-arabic-white.htm

    • @ID-Guy
      @ID-Guy  4 роки тому +1

      Honestly, I think that's where they found their inspiration in the first place (we were on the sea before we were in the air) ;) I'd love to cover more marine pieces in the future too!

    • @PaoloZucchetti
      @PaoloZucchetti 4 роки тому

      a German company copy the enemy watch?? :-)

    • @UGA.D
      @UGA.D 4 роки тому

      @@PaoloZucchetti I'm pretty sure the design goes back farther than that. The Portuguese watch shares similar attributes.

  • @BWo-bb1yw
    @BWo-bb1yw 3 роки тому

    Now look at the tool watches from the 1980,s even rolex, no gold indices, Now if we want a "beautiful" watch we pay thousands and sing in the branches of twitter or instagram, of the bargain. How time has changed,

  • @chrispedley8000
    @chrispedley8000 4 роки тому

    Your voice sounds just like David Cameron.. starting to believe it's him 👀

  • @ForbinColossus
    @ForbinColossus 4 роки тому

    WARNING: 36 36 36! Smiths, add a couple mm, please. Think 38mm or so... The new Smiths are a half mm shy of the 36.5mm Omega of the fifties. Why make the gorgeous new Smiths smaller? @2:35