The 7 Best Field Watches

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  • Опубліковано 23 гру 2024

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  • @khairyalonto
    @khairyalonto Рік тому +261

    Gshock should now be standard issue for military. These mechanical / automatic field watches are beautiful but they’re not as tough as Casio Gshock.

    • @seanthomxx2694
      @seanthomxx2694 Рік тому +10

      They are for unit ls authorized to be issued such items.

    • @F.haique
      @F.haique Рік тому +6

      Cheap with expensive toughness

    • @solidus1995
      @solidus1995 Рік тому +24

      Sure but if the field gets hit by an emp the gshock will be useless

    • @seanthomxx2694
      @seanthomxx2694 Рік тому +30

      @DJJoeyEm any watch would be useless after EMP, but that would be the least of your worries on that situation

    • @F.haique
      @F.haique Рік тому +1

      @@seanthomxx2694 ahhh i see

  • @seanthomxx2694
    @seanthomxx2694 Рік тому +96

    That Citizen is underrated. I went on deployment but accidentally left my daily (Seiko Astron) back home. My ship pulled into Sasebo and i went to the Navy Exchange to find this for around $80. This was back in 2012. I got Breitling, Christopher Wards, Frederique Constant,Tissots, and Seiko, but still find myelf wearing this more often than most of them

    • @geometrist_
      @geometrist_ Рік тому +9

      Especially with the eco drive!

    • @ivanbrownflower9828
      @ivanbrownflower9828 Рік тому +8

      Yeah, I was considering the hamilton, but I'd just never feel comfortable actually taking a watch of that price out in 'field conditions'. The citizen has been on my wrist for months now, looks great and only cost £100.

    • @MrSeedi76
      @MrSeedi76 Рік тому

      ​​@@ivanbrownflower9828there was a time when you could find a Hamilton Khaki Field for about 170€ used. Sadly, no longer the case.

    • @roadgent7921
      @roadgent7921 Рік тому +4

      One of the best watches I've owned. 👍

    • @timothyfoley3000
      @timothyfoley3000 Рік тому +3

      Benrus DTU 2A . The original Vietnam era Military watch.

  • @meilyrwilliams9280
    @meilyrwilliams9280 Рік тому +16

    I’ve owned the Citizen watch in this review for 14 years. It still keeps perfect time. The power reserve isn’t as good as it used to be: I leave it on a windowsill to absorb sunlight each day, although it will last a few days in the dark. I swapped the strap immediately for a dark brown leather item, it’s on another (even better quality) identical one now. I bought it in 2009 when I finished college. I love it. I only wear two watches regularly; this one and a cheap Casio F-108W for work. I’m a welder, it gets abused! The Citizen just feels and looks like a watch 5 times its’ price. The lume is great too. I still want to own the Hamilton in this review one day though…..

    • @GodzillaGoesGaga
      @GodzillaGoesGaga Рік тому +3

      FYI, Citizen can replace the battery and reseal it at their service centres.

    • @meilyrwilliams9280
      @meilyrwilliams9280 Рік тому

      ⁠@@GodzillaGoesGagathanks, I spoke to someone in a citizen dealer a while ago. Once the power reserve becomes a bigger issue I’ll get it sorted out.

  • @Jeff-ne1lh
    @Jeff-ne1lh Рік тому +11

    I have my Timex expedition since 1998 it still keeps perfect time and I'm always getting complements' on it

  • @ouwle6618
    @ouwle6618 5 місяців тому +1

    Just ordered the Expedition North Field Solar 36mm with the black textured dial and i'm so excited to get it!!! Perfect for my small wrist and screw down case back & crown, 100m water resist, luminescent hands/dial markings, eco strap, great dial, anti-reflective sapphire glas and solar powered with 4 month power reserve at full charge. What more do you need??

  • @RedwoodAggie
    @RedwoodAggie Рік тому +26

    That was an excellent list. I particularly enjoyed the honorable mentions as well. Speaking of the Alpinist, the "Baby Alpinist" 38mm models SPB155, SPB157, and SPB159 are particular nice pieces and also skip the sometimes divisive cyclops.

  • @shawnvegavelez121
    @shawnvegavelez121 Рік тому +3

    Excellent video! All the pieces look and sound like winners. The Nodus Sector Redwood really stood out for me

    • @samuelyoung4646
      @samuelyoung4646 Місяць тому +1

      If you like that, look at the Circula Field watches. IMO they’re a bit more expensive but you get a lot more for that extra $$. Including a special treatment for all the metal components making it basically scratch proof

  • @RagnarHoff
    @RagnarHoff Рік тому +8

    Since you brought Tudor and Omega prices into the mix i have 2 others that comes to mind. Damasko's DK30 and DK36. Also Sinn 856.
    They are the essential field watches. Sinn 856 has all the Sinn tech with tegimented steel, magnetic resistance to 80.000 a/m, Ar-Dehumidifying Technology. Everything you can ask for really in a field watch.
    The 2 Damasko's is the same minus the Ar-Dehumidifying Technology, but they have the edge over sinn in terms of the movement. They took an Eta and modified it to decrease friction and some components in the movement is hardened as well to withstand abuse. I believe they use a silicone spring as well, but not sure which of the current models that had it.

  • @Agant.
    @Agant. Рік тому +3

    If you would have to do this video again, would you add Boldr watches? (I have the Venture in my head)
    It was tough for me to choose a watch that fit my small wrist, and have a nice "field spirit" to it.

  • @TheSuperlativecritic
    @TheSuperlativecritic Рік тому +16

    Smiths PRS-29A - antimagnetic core, sapphire crystal, 100m, small and slim, and handwound. Beiing handwound, there's no rotor to constantly strain the movement and increase the wear and tear on the gears - perfect for rigorous field activities. Also has official NATO markings and a real heritage based on the Smiths W10 issued to British infantry.

  • @04laurixio
    @04laurixio Рік тому +3

    I bought that Seiko SPB117J1 for just under 500€ and I've loved it! Great watch!

  • @FredHenry1850
    @FredHenry1850 9 місяців тому +1

    I wore the Citizen field watch everyday for three years. I was surprised how small it was, which is the reason ultimately why I stopped wearing it. If it was a couple mm larger, I would have worn it until I died. Apart from the size, it was a phenomenal watch. It has great lum on it. Even at its small size I never had difficulty reading the time in dark environments. I prefer watches around 40mm give or take a couple mm in either direction. The Citizen field watch sat just outside that range on the small side. I still have it. It is keeping perfect time as I write this.

  • @Bhethar
    @Bhethar Рік тому +4

    Timor is quite the watch! I am intrigued now!

  • @bestboy897
    @bestboy897 Рік тому +8

    that weiss is phenomenal

  • @magnanova
    @magnanova Рік тому +5

    The Seiko SSC081 is a gorgeous field watch if you can find one. Solar, chronograph, mecha-quartz & dual time with a domed hardlex crystal.

    • @Spurdospaerde692
      @Spurdospaerde692 Рік тому

      I think that's a too complicated watch with a too busy dial to qualify as a field watch.

  • @RobinsWatchJourney
    @RobinsWatchJourney Рік тому +2

    Nice list and informative video. I have owned 4 of the watches mentioned and your description of each was right on point.

  • @ProviantoWibowo
    @ProviantoWibowo Рік тому +1

    right now, I have a solar powered Seiko SNE095 attached to my wrist
    yeah, it's not as expensive as the Seiko Alpinist, but its specifications are roughly equivalent to the Citizen BM8180
    I've been wearing it for daily use for the last 10 years, and it keeps time perfectly

  • @DanBollendorf
    @DanBollendorf 11 місяців тому

    How is the band on the Timex? It's actually my favorite looking of these watches but the reviews on Amazon talk about the holes in the band elongating and it needing a better band.

  • @ChUcK2001
    @ChUcK2001 8 місяців тому

    I can't find the Timex Nort field green with the black date. It seems the date is white on Timex website. What is the model number in your review ?

  • @davidjosephcybulkiewicz8710
    @davidjosephcybulkiewicz8710 2 дні тому

    All Timex watches have a spring mechanism in the strap, which is very easy to open. This mechanism puts the watch at high risk of being lost without the user realizing it. Especially if the user is a physically active user.

  • @MPerry-ox9qb
    @MPerry-ox9qb Рік тому +1

    Huge fan of field watches. I bought an Omega Railmaster and haven’t purchased another one since.

  • @dariostabletopminatures
    @dariostabletopminatures 7 місяців тому +3

    Love The Garrison! Thank you!

  • @timclifton5951
    @timclifton5951 7 місяців тому

    I havee the citizen promaster super tough ray mears , BN0118-55e (titanium). I ordered from the UK since citizen doesn’t sell it here in the U.S. I love it.

  • @vincent67239
    @vincent67239 Рік тому +6

    That denim dial Omega Railmaster is a banger

  • @speaklowww5747
    @speaklowww5747 Рік тому +6

    that seiko does look good

  • @Patience_FN
    @Patience_FN Рік тому +1

    Anybody have recommendations for a quieter or silent watch?

  • @DKBoerner
    @DKBoerner Місяць тому

    Very interesting!! I really like the Weiss and the Marathon!

  • @gyges5495
    @gyges5495 Рік тому +5

    Great video - I agree that G Shock should be in there for sure, especially the GA-2100 casioak

  • @briggm
    @briggm Рік тому +13

    When he said that the Marathon watch can stand up to shocks, for a second there I thought he said sharks. I was thinking, 'damn, that's one tough field watch'.

    • @adudas5735
      @adudas5735 Рік тому +5

      Damn, shark was the reason for me to go for the marathon

  • @JandonGames
    @JandonGames Рік тому +1

    You should review *Seiko 5 SRPH29K1* (my watch) or the black version (SRPH33K1).
    Oh my gosh they are so charming. Simple, elegant, a field watch you don't want to miss.

  • @williamjc7195
    @williamjc7195 Рік тому

    I have the Citizen Eco-Drive. Nice watch. And as it's a non-bracelet watch, I change the 'look' of the watch by swapping the strap with
    a nato/zulu strap from my strap collection. I usually don't change bracelets because I buy bracelet watches for the look of the
    watch with that specific bracelet. I have 4 Citizens in my collection, and like them all; no problems and good time keeping, good
    value.

  • @xeticus5435
    @xeticus5435 Рік тому +10

    Wow, that Nodus looks great.

    • @ruperttmls7985
      @ruperttmls7985 Рік тому

      Quite expensive

    • @spikefcast1892
      @spikefcast1892 Рік тому

      The details of the dial is far above the others and alone justify this price

  • @dashdigital5869
    @dashdigital5869 Рік тому

    what kind of solution can i use to clean and polish my watch?

  • @samzerafa3185
    @samzerafa3185 Рік тому +5

    Can't understand why you've left out CWC G10s , ? Proven watches with miltary pedigree and excellent reliability.
    I have the Marathon and the Citizen along with a Seiko SNK381 but tge CWC G10s are far superior in build quality.
    I also have one of the first 100 issued 1980s G10 Fat Boy and its still working testament to the Swiss build quality

  • @yorusuyasoul69420
    @yorusuyasoul69420 Рік тому +3

    Any Timex north expedition

    • @greenerick
      @greenerick Рік тому

      That's not that good

    • @F-Tier_Physique
      @F-Tier_Physique Рік тому +1

      @@greenerick Depends. Readable + good value + decent durability. Is that not what makes a good fieldwatch? Its not a modern Rolex Explorer, but it does the job of a fieldwatch well.

    • @MrSeedi76
      @MrSeedi76 Рік тому

      The only issue with the Timex Expedition North is the weak lume. The rest is pretty good. Seiko/Epson solar movement - I have more than one and they all keep great time. Better than most of my Casio watches.

  • @regalmedia9487
    @regalmedia9487 Рік тому +2

    bro your channel name is super awesome. subscribed without even watching the video just for the name. haha

  • @crux314
    @crux314 Рік тому

    Thanks for sharing. You got it wrong about the Marathon; it is rated to 3 atm (30m). Biggest quirk of it.

  • @tk423b
    @tk423b Рік тому +1

    Finally a reviewer with my wrist size.

  • @AliasHSW
    @AliasHSW Рік тому +1

    The khaki is no doubt one of the most photogenic watches out there and looks gorgeous when someone is sporting it in the wild - however I haven’t been able to pull the trigger on one because it doesn’t sing to me when I try it on at the AD. 🤷🏻‍♂️ Perhaps it has store’s lightings 🤷🏻‍♂️

  • @bestboy897
    @bestboy897 Рік тому +7

    the seiko 5 military watch should have been here

  • @Robin6512
    @Robin6512 Рік тому +2

    Gshock with touch solar but with Safire glass would be my watch to go.

    • @Hitithardify
      @Hitithardify Рік тому

      So the GWG2000 Mudmaster. Costs $800

  • @derekcrymble9085
    @derekcrymble9085 Рік тому +1

    I love my Tag , Targa Florio . Issued by the Mercedes Racing Team , in the mid 50s to their driver Juan Manual Fangio .

  • @roadgent7921
    @roadgent7921 Рік тому +1

    MWC do two Dirty Dozen watches using Vh60 (sweep sec hand) and VD78 movements. Very good watches. I have both. A bit pricey but quality nonetheless. 👌

  • @pedrothevenard
    @pedrothevenard Рік тому +4

    I love my Seiko SNZG13, I also have an 8 inch wrist and I'm pretty strong built rugby player guy, and I just like to wear bigger watches, the 42mm works just fine, I sometimes wish it was 43,5mm or something like that, but 42 works fine since it has no bezel and it is around 12mm thick with decent l2l.
    I love almost every watch in the list, but they look tiny to me when I try it, I know it is personal taste, and if you have 8 inch wrist and like wearing 36mm great for you, you'll have far more lovely options, but it just looks off to me unfortunately.

  • @robcameron9351
    @robcameron9351 Рік тому +1

    The case on the Nodus is super interesting

  • @Raduldo
    @Raduldo 7 місяців тому +1

    Why do they need to be so small? Would love a field watch at 42mm, especially that Citizen and Alpinist.

    • @eazyt84
      @eazyt84 4 місяці тому +1

      IN 42mm there is the Citizen BM8476-23EE and brothers

  • @LOCO1LUCAS
    @LOCO1LUCAS Рік тому +1

    Beautiful selection

  • @GK-qc5ry
    @GK-qc5ry Рік тому

    I know this is an old watch but the Seiko 807/809?

  • @CaptCanuck4444
    @CaptCanuck4444 Рік тому +3

    I can't believe you didn't include the recent Patek field watch.

    • @Jelloc
      @Jelloc Рік тому +3

      nobody can afford a Patek so it would be pretty pointless

    • @henryrweir
      @henryrweir Рік тому

      What is your point?

    • @Hiconsumption
      @Hiconsumption  Рік тому +5

      The Calatrava 5226G is a beautiful watch, but the ~$40,000 price point is why we didn’t include it here.

  • @thebestoffools
    @thebestoffools Рік тому +1

    The Seiko Prospect sure makes a great war prize for the enemy that kills you on the battlefield! 😂😅

  • @americanpaisareturns9051
    @americanpaisareturns9051 Рік тому +1

    Victorinox Field Force Chronograph 241857 is the only field watch I’ll ever need.

  • @tlookste
    @tlookste Рік тому

    what about the bulova hack?

  • @HansZarkovPhD
    @HansZarkovPhD 11 місяців тому

    I have a hamilton khaki titanium i really like. Power reserve is outstanding.

  • @i_read_bad_reviews
    @i_read_bad_reviews Рік тому +1

    ima have to take a look at nodus .

  • @johnparinellojr.2035
    @johnparinellojr.2035 День тому

    I’ve had the garrison for a long time, it’s never let me down.

  • @ah-sf8kp
    @ah-sf8kp Рік тому +1

    Wooow the redwood nodus is a defo buy one day

  • @snapfitness1
    @snapfitness1 Рік тому +1

    Agree with a few but not all.

  • @kubipro5880
    @kubipro5880 Рік тому +1

    Fossil defender really cool watch.

  • @kenwhitman1055
    @kenwhitman1055 8 місяців тому

    Citizens solar field watch with date is the winner, thought the g shock series takes most (field) to the wood shed, I’m a watch HO, several Rolexs I rarely wear. Armageddon: solar watches with compass barometer tide altitude and altimeter G shock

  • @sebastianwar7936
    @sebastianwar7936 Рік тому +6

    Bertucci - you can"t not mentioned them if you are talking about field watch

  • @Anirossa
    @Anirossa Рік тому +1

    A little hard not to giggle when talking about humidity resistance holding a Hamilton 😂😊

    • @juder9434
      @juder9434 Рік тому +1

      yeah it's bullshit. I had to have mine repaired because the inside rusted from water damage. it's a failure as a field watch

    • @MrSeedi76
      @MrSeedi76 Рік тому

      The problem is the handwinding. Puts more wear on the gasket.

    • @Anirossa
      @Anirossa Рік тому

      No matter what it is, if they can't figure it out like everyone else, then maybe they should go make something else that they can figure out how to do right :p @@MrSeedi76

  • @Person-di4fc
    @Person-di4fc 4 місяці тому +1

    we need the seiko srpg31 in this series

  • @maxcontax
    @maxcontax 9 місяців тому

    Form must follow function, and if truly- you are in the field, the watch needs dependability. In my youth I was a prospector and would go into the field for months. Analog face watches, which hand wound, were everywhere because they worked in harsh conditions. They were not expensive because we had not discovered a gold mine yet. So my checklist on a Field watch isa bit harsh: 1. No batteries, they quit, cannot stand -30c,and when you replace them ,often the gasket is ruined and they are not waterproof, also they will fog up and quit in high humidity. 2. The face must be easily read day or night, high contrast, second sweep hand, no extras. 3. They must keep time. You don’t have a time check often to reset a watch that’s off, although 10 minutes a month is not big deal. 4. The strap must pass through both pins. If it gets hit or scraped, you will lose it if one pin breaks otherwise. It must not be metal, which can affect your hand compass, and are cold in winter. 5. The stem must screw in to prevent it from snagging on a packsack strap and breaking. 6. Mechanical or robust automatic movements, Only.
    If the field watch does not have these features I would pass. My current watch is a Hamilton Field, large size. The extra diameter is in the road sometimes but it is easy to turn into an emergency compass using 12 and the hour hand.

  • @f.b.i9572
    @f.b.i9572 Рік тому +21

    Shouldn't Gshock also be here..?

    • @xgford94
      @xgford94 Рік тому +1

      @@Ktrb What an absolute load. Hamilton and Timex (Waterbury) are VETERANS of Two World Wars as well as Korea and Vietnam. Do some research before you flap your fingers. Marathon may well be a great watch, a Veteran and is the current supplier ( read lowest bid) . But let’s face it Most Soldiers wear G-Shocks these days. P.S. all of these 7 would easily pass MilSpec A11

    • @JudoP_slinging
      @JudoP_slinging Рік тому +4

      Depends on your definition of field watch. Most consider it a more classic utilitarian military look and analogue layout.

    • @Hiconsumption
      @Hiconsumption  Рік тому +13

      Love G-SHOCK, and you can’t ever go wrong with one! We stuck to analog picks for this guide.

    • @MrBacchus18
      @MrBacchus18 Рік тому

      @@Ktrb let’s give Hamilton it’s due respect

    • @MrBacchus18
      @MrBacchus18 Рік тому +1

      @@Ktrb Becsuse of the history the Hamilton is exactly what I picture a military use watch. 50m is a bit low but useable.

  • @virgilpalmer2427
    @virgilpalmer2427 2 місяці тому +1

    I wish gshock would make a simple Field watch that was battle proof and tough with none of the other gadgets..😊

  • @praveensonga541
    @praveensonga541 2 місяці тому

    TIMOR is so elegant and beautiful!

  • @georgecchouchlias2965
    @georgecchouchlias2965 4 місяці тому

    Την πρώτα φορα το lens έδειξε τα στοιχεία του SSCT81P1 σήμερα όχι μα διπλό δίκτυο έχω η παγιδεύτηκαν μεσα σε αυτο,

  • @cartesian_doubt6230
    @cartesian_doubt6230 4 місяці тому

    Wild that you don't have marathon on this list.

  • @stavrique
    @stavrique Рік тому

    What about Lorus ?

  • @brocklanders6969
    @brocklanders6969 Рік тому +2

    My field watch is the Seiko SBTM313 (JDM). Solar quartz, sapphire, perpetual calendar. $300.

  • @pb6839
    @pb6839 Рік тому +2

    The prospex Alpinist is my daily

  • @marcushd5776
    @marcushd5776 Рік тому +1

    Ray mears titanium tough solar (uk only)🎉

  • @aseemarora4668
    @aseemarora4668 Рік тому +1

    Nothing beats a Gshock. On field you want a watch that doesn’t crack.

  • @stevehuffman7453
    @stevehuffman7453 Рік тому +1

    one question:
    how can you STAND to wear the watch on your left, having the crown dig into your hand everytime you bend your wrist?!?
    I only have one modern "field watch": Casio FT-500W Forester.
    After 9 years I have had to replace the batteries once. It is due for a new strap. The original green nylon and black faux leather is looking a bit ratty at the "leather".
    I am also not all that fond of the velcro closure, although admittedly it has never given me any problems.
    As for accuracy, it MIGHT gain or lose a couple seconds every couple months. Not enough to worry about in retired civilian life ... or most civilian occupations.

  • @w5monkey
    @w5monkey 2 місяці тому

    Timex iron Man and G-Shock square... the two most indestructible watches I ever owned

  • @warrenbeer2737
    @warrenbeer2737 Рік тому +1

    No love for the Boldr Venture?

    • @Hiconsumption
      @Hiconsumption  Рік тому +1

      It’s a solid watch! And it did make an appearance in our longer editorial guide on the website.

  • @hangman2513
    @hangman2513 11 місяців тому

    What size is your wrist in inches?

    • @Hiconsumption
      @Hiconsumption  11 місяців тому

      Wrist size is about 7.75” 👍

  • @jonilfc446
    @jonilfc446 Рік тому +1

    Field watch is the best 👍

  • @AliasHSW
    @AliasHSW Рік тому +1

    The Weiss is a gorgeous watch. I spotted one in the wild and the dude let me tried it on when I said: Hey - excuse me - is that a Weiss? WIS recognize WIS! ✌🏼

  • @northcountryflyfishing960
    @northcountryflyfishing960 Рік тому +1

    Timor Heritage - 50m water resistance suitable for diving? What?🤔

  • @Vincent13997
    @Vincent13997 Рік тому +2

    Timex was sold in the PX in the early 80’s and most of my grunt buddies had them. The G-Shock was $300 when it came out in 1983 which almost a months pay for me. The original G-Shock was nice, but a light on a digital watch would get your ass kicked if used at night during an op. And with today’s night vision goggles, you can see that G-Shock light from two miles away. Now, I do have a Suunto and Garmin Fenix where I can change the light color for night vision goggles. Pretty cool but fantasy when I joined the Army. To be safe, automatic is the way to go.

  • @choond
    @choond Рік тому +1

    Nice video

  • @Braun30
    @Braun30 9 місяців тому

    I'll stay with my 1951 Seamaster.
    Simple, durable and elegant.

  • @TomPlantagenet
    @TomPlantagenet Рік тому

    Check out the Wasson Automatic Field Watch!

  • @HotZTrain
    @HotZTrain 8 місяців тому

    There are some nice Seiko railroad watches.

  • @JinKee
    @JinKee Рік тому

    No love for the Marathon GPM?

  • @richardkent2200
    @richardkent2200 8 місяців тому

    What about Elliot Brown

  • @srikanthadidamvenkata7422
    @srikanthadidamvenkata7422 Рік тому +3

    Love how I can afford these please don’t go high end

  • @astrawar5423
    @astrawar5423 3 місяці тому

    What is ur wrist size...

  • @andrewallen9993
    @andrewallen9993 Рік тому +3

    No Vostok genuine field watch?
    As used by the Russian army to this day?

  • @jamesdc9595
    @jamesdc9595 9 місяців тому

    What, no Sangin Overlord?

  • @theshadow1812
    @theshadow1812 Рік тому

    Nivada Super Antarctic should be in this list!

  • @kubipro5880
    @kubipro5880 Рік тому

    I dont have the seiko alpinist only the alpinist best field watch and casually.

  • @pietersoetaert6625
    @pietersoetaert6625 Рік тому +1

    Sinn 556 not there? :o

    • @mmlr312
      @mmlr312 Рік тому +5

      More of a pilot watch than a field watch, but still a great choice!

  • @ImTheDudeMan471
    @ImTheDudeMan471 Рік тому +1

    Imagine a rubber outer case around some of these watches. Similar to a G-Shock. Wouldn't cost too much to make. But then again, a person could just get the G-Shock and not mess with the extra hassle. Casioak comes to mind if you like hour and minute hands. Plain and simple to read at a glance.

  • @herrmoreira
    @herrmoreira Рік тому +1

    cool video

  • @fwiffo
    @fwiffo 11 місяців тому +1

    Why are there field watches without numbers? Large, legible, high-contrast, sans-serif numerals are one of the essential aesthetic and functional requirements of the military watches upon which they are based. Remove the numbers and it doesn't even look like a field watch at all, and it's no longer easy to read in a low-visibility environment.
    Like, I just got a Seiko SPB289. Beautiful watch. Love it. But how is it categorized as a field watch? The only thing it has in common with a field watch is hacking seconds.
    Larger size? Sure, fashion has changed since WWII and larger is more readable anyway. Different colors? I guess, as long as it's readable and maintains the aesthetic. Bracelet? As long as it's durable, and you can always replace it with a NATO if you want. Removing the 24-hour numerals? Sure, less clutter, and the original A-11 watches didn't have them anyway. But removing the numbers entirely?

  • @leoberg2390
    @leoberg2390 Рік тому +2

    I wish the citizen was no date

  • @casualsuede
    @casualsuede Рік тому +1

    At this point, field watches are a fashion style than a real tool. That first Timex is a clear example. The grayish markers and arabics are hard to read in low light. It could be forgivable if it had timex's indiglo, but it doesn't even have that.
    The timex also has crown guards and a small crown, making it difficult to use with gloves.
    At least it doesn't use timex's cost saving brass case.
    And watches without Arabic markers and shiny metal bracelets? Sorry, I don't see those as field watches but more like sport watches.

  • @stevestevensky
    @stevestevensky Рік тому +2

    Apparently you've never heard of Luminox? One of the leaders in the field watch category.