9 Omega Seamaster Affordable Alternatives: Military Dive Watches $200+
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- Опубліковано 12 кві 2020
- The release of the 007 movie "No Time To Die" has been postponed to later this year, and although we’re excited to see the latest Omega Seamaster 300m on James Bond’s wrist, that doesn’t mean we have to forego cool dive watch related content until then. Today I share 9 affordable alternative divers that have also seen action on the wrists of prestigious militaries from around the world, priced from $200 to $10,000.
We’ve explored Omega's involvement with military timepieces, including the production of watches for the MOD, SBS, SAS, RAF, and of course, James Bond himself. Now, let’s take an in-depth look at some of the most underrated military watches you can buy for less (and sometimes far less) than the asking price of the latest Omega Seamaster (Ref. 210.90.42.20.01.001) which retails at $9,200 new. With its deeply vintage military inspired design and style, what else can you get for that money?
Join me for a deep dive into a world where quality, precision, toughness, reliability, and function are a matter of life or death for some of the most elite military organizations.
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I was an infantryman. I served with a ton of Rangers and a few Green Berets. Got to do some training alongside SWCC and observed MARSOC on occasion. Also, I now have a SEAL buddy. The one thing we all had in common was our watches. Omega? Rolex? Tudor? Citizen? No, we all wore Casio G-Shocks.
Any model in particular?
@@mf6532 SEALs actually wore the famous DW-6600. Those are no longer made though. I wear a classic DW-5600 now. I wore a regular F-91W when I started. Most people just wore what they bought at the PX. Literally any G-Shock
Thank you!
Not sure if "affordable" is the correct term. In the series Seal Team, they wore a lot of Suunto Core. I climbed mountains using this watch.
@@joshsher6327 definitely still affordable. Those and Garmin watches are popular
As soon as that beat begins, I know that Hugo's gonna be up to some mischief.
What’s the intro song called??
Ah get in the bin you massive brown noser
@@clegsmegson2627 covid making you a bit disgruntled?
What’s the intro song called? It sounds amazing!
@@ABCD-hb5yn Patrullando by Chito Rana$
Just bought a NY0040 last month, factory refurbished, for a steal of a price. I just love the retro look of it, looks marvelous!
Now I'm just waiting for confinement to be over so I can get my Tudor 9121 back in shape...
Hey man. Appreciate all the content you’ve ever made. I like the parts where you narrate over different art work or pictures about the history of the watches/ companies etc. could be an entire series on its own
Ahhh I love all the details that you include in your videos! Grand! The cherry on the cake is that amazing intro! Cheers from NYC TGV! Cheers!
TGV you and Hugo need your own sitcom lol. Love the back and forth between you too. An Omega is on my wish list. For now I've got my trusty Casio Duro as my diver.
Cory Ames Im rocking a duro too and with a nice nato I’ve come to have a hard time finding anything I like more at the price point.
Wearing my DURO as I type this.
Love the history of the super compressor and the JLC, SO underrated! Amazing work as always and exactly what we watch nuts need in this time 😀. Thank you!
I'm glad you included the Citizen, it's such an underrated watch, the real SKX killer.
Love that watch, picked one up new for $99 and it really surprised me.
Agreed, the NY-0040 is _way_ overlooked. Next to my Omega Seamaster, it is my favorite piece.
@@VacuumJockey I have the new version NY0087-13EE and love it
Yes, these are fantastic great watches. I am proud that I have collected, as far as I know, a complete set of the various NY004x. These include versions such as the Kamen Rider, Beauty & Youth and Marina Militaire.
And I also have the new Fugu editions from 2018 and 2019.
TGV this intro that you used is just the best! Far superior than the shorter one. Keep doing this exceptional job.
Absolute genius intro, a chuckle and a half was had. Great reviews on compressors and divers etc. a great sector of watch styles. Thank you for a great diversion.
Hugo sounds quite the Aristocrat. Well done my good man.
As ever, impeccably researched. Thank you. Perfect timing as I'm looking to expand my diver and field watch collections - some great food for thought there. As a Brit, CWC is on the radar as well although their divers feel a little over priced.
Hi TGV. I wanted to thank you for the entertainment. I have been following your channel for a while now. I plumped for a Citizen NY0040 (blue dial) after watching your videos on it over and over. It was my first ‘beater’ watch but has become my everyday favourite. I also bought NATO straps after watching your videos in which you have unwavering passion for them. Keep up the great work. Jolly good show, my man! =]
Watch industry: "Let´s advertise our dive watches by promoting extreme water resistance figures no regular customer will ever use for diving."
Sinn: "Hold our tegimented oil can..."
LOL
Thank you Klaus :D
Best regards,
TGV
@@theurbangentry Need a tour of Hugo's party villa TGV. Lol
And lets also price them so even most of those who can afford them will feel bad once they are beaten up and used for their intended purposes 🤣
@@AhmadSleeq They're tegimented. They don't get scuffed up.
I hesitate to wash my hands with my 500 m dive watch. Every watch collector I know has dive watches and they never use them for diving.
Great video TGV! This is my favorite style of video that you do, I enjoy the historical commentary. You’ve got me interested in Yema now.
Great content TGV! All your recommendations are amazing watches. I would have added the CWC Royal Navy diver to make it a top ten list.
Looking forward to the next one (and the Omega review of course).
Regards,
Koen
The Hugo segments just keep getting funnier. Great affordable recommendations as ever.
Thank you.
I'm always impressed with the amount of research you do for your video. Many thanks for your efforts in both enlightening and educating us. I have thoroughly enjoyed this one.
I love these videos and appreciate the research that must go into them. Thank you!
Enjoyed the watch/time piece history lesson, thank you.
You !!! Darn, as always when watching your reviews or even better: your ‘compilations’ I WANT to buy a new watch... but I can’t stop watching you and Hugo. Keep up the awesome work. You DO inspire! Great Watches Nr2 and Nr3!!! Love the Marathons, cheerio
Love this video, Hugo is great as always!
truly a nice job, love the YEMA. cheers mate!
TGV, I hope u and ur loved ones are doing ok in these hard times! That was a hilarious intro!!! Great Video as always!!
Hey T, love your video. Alternatives is my favorite theme because I'm not currently in a position to afford real ones. It would be great to see more videos as we are all in quarantine. Cheers man!
LOL every time I hear that little xylophone I know what’s up. HUUUUUGO!!
Ah get in the bin you massive brown noser
Seems thats all you say... may as well move to something where your comments are appreciated!! Chow
@@SkilfulLeader1 "chow"?
Thanks to you, I've decided to acquire a ny0040-09ee and I am very happy with my choice!
Amazing watch for the money and it was you who enlightened me with joy.
Thanks to all your videos and precise information!
So glad you put the NY0040 on the list! I have the one with the blue sunburst dial and it's phenomenal. It's also super cool that it's been tested by the military to 500 meters despite being rated for 200.
Absolute top video TGV - I always find myself coming back to this episode of the Urban Gentry as it's such a great, informative watch!......no pun intended 😁👍 big love from Perth, Western Australia mate!
I always feel refreshed after watching your videos. Cheers
Well done. I can’t imagine the amount of time it takes to do all that research and find the images that you use. I recently learned of the Yema brand and now they are on my radar. Cheers.
Love these videos. I learn more everytime. Thanks for what you do.
I love how much history and breadth I get from your "watch list" videos! I know hundreds of UA-camrs will point to the popular watch currently offering the best "value for money," but you highlight such a broad range, even in a category that seems well-covered. Keep it up!!
My obvious choice with its own combat history is the Seiko Turtle. For something building up its credentials in the present day, I like the Christopher Ward C65 Dartmouth - old Royal Navy Seamaster 300 vibes with their own twist in Black+Fauxtina or Blue+no-tina. (They also got the proper license from the Ministry of Defence, and a COSC movement!)
Its weird how i enjoy your videos so much. Keep up the good work!
Been a long time subscriber! You're amazing TGV! Always excited for a new episode and I love the skits 😂
TGV, thank you for being a little relief in these strange times. I have finally taken the plunge and purchased my first Omega Seamaster. Its a vintage Seamaster professional 300 and I am thrilled! Thank you for the inspiration and on point guidance. Stay well.
You are so welcome my friend, it makes me happy to know I can bring some kind of relief in this crazy time.
Congrats on the Seamster, nothing beat that feeling, enjoy it.
Thank you,
Best regards,
TGV
Great choice mate, hope you enjoy it..stay safe.
This was a great idea for a watch video. Awesome content here; thanks for putting this together!
Yeeraah ! Very good and informative video ! Thank you TGV.
Great video and love the music introduction before each watch
Splendid video! Loving the French military watch content! Gives me a good idea of what to buy my dad as a present! 👌
Great video! I think you covered them well. My favorite of the ones mentioned are the Marathon watches. I've owned 4 or 5 and they are all tanks indeed! Thanks for taking the time to do this video.
Excellent Video as always!! My favourite genre!!! Hope your keeping well Sir... I’m lagging on catching up with the new episodes.. but I’ll definitely get there!!! Keep up the good work!! All the best!! BMJ ENGLAND 🏴
Cheers to another quality production!
T, Absolutely bang on old boy. What a superb video. Congratulations my friend. Fine effort. Best as always. Matthew
Certainly a couple of watch names i had never even heard of. Thanks very much, great channel.
As a former gov't trigger-puller, I deplore the absence of the ubiquitous Casio Dw-5600 and its variants.
Not to mention their inn house movements and engraved casebacks...
What about the MDV106?
Great content as always TGV, Hugo cracking me up!
Dropped my first video yesterday, would love you to check it out! Thanks for the inspiration :)
The Marathon diver with the knurled crown is outstanding. This has been one of your best videos from the opening with Mr. Mountbatten all the way to the end. Kudos!
Congrats on the video well done and the wachts were very interesting !!
so many sweet divers in this video!! Nice video as always! Good job!
Nice piece you got there my Yema Superman 👍🏼👍🏼stunning piece, cheers on the new peace, Congrats.!!
Impressive list of watches but the one that made me rewind and watch again was the Sinn - now that’s certainly a piece to play top trumps with!
Good evening, TGV. When the Hugo music kicks in, you know you’re in for a treat lol
LOVE the Hugo intros! Hope you're doing well. Thanks and cheers!!! :)
Great content, factual and informative, really appreciate the insight into brands unfamiliar. Sadly though not enough Hugo! Would you consider 50/50 maybe...?
If Hugo has the first iPhone that’d be hilarious! Great video TGV
Great video. Love the Hugo bit at the beginning. I love military watches. I was surprised no Hamilton watches, but the video was Military divers so I understand since it was Military divers.
In 2012 NFW watches designed and manufactured a 500 meter dive watch by working closely with the 7th Special Forces Group, particularly after the unit was moved near the southern coast when they occupied their new compound in the vicinity of Eglin AFB in 2011. What was born from that collaboration is the Shumate Dive watch. The watch is named after Sergeant Major Walt Shumate - the first sergeant major of the famed Delta Force - and considered the founder of the Army Combat Diver Course. The watch is no longer available as they sold very quickly among the Special Forces operators. The founder of NFW watches recently mentioned on social media that he might do a limited quantity release of the Shumate diver watch later this year. I am lucky to own two of these watches. They are amazing.
Another great video - very interesting, informative and enlightening; I think Tudor has just appeared on my radar. Also, fantastic to see Hugo reprising his role as the “ultimate Lounge Lizard” ;-)
What an excellent video and superb presentation, very informative indeed. Thank you for making it it really is first class. Stay safe.
Thank you for another well done, presented, and informative video.
I always learn so much from you and leave wishing I had unlimited $$$.
Stay safe & well
Happy to see you in good health my friend in these uncertain times loving the recent content best regards to you and the views of the urban gentry.... PS tell Hugo I said hi 👋.
Thank you William, always glad to hear from you too, I hope you are well.
I will pass along the message to Hugo ;-)
Best regards,
TGV
That was educational and wonderful. Thank you.
Hope your all well. Keep em coming TGV, your my corona therapist. Another big like
Every time I hear that theme music I know I’m in store for a treat! Thanks for the humor along with a great list of alternative watches! And thanks for keeping me entertained while I’m quarantined and stuck in my house for Days and days and days and days and days and days...By the way, do you have any of those brownies left?!😂
Christopher Ward has some great military type watches as well! The diver version is inspired by Omega Seamaster as well, has a British Army seal on the caseback. It is actually in my goal watch list!
Great video as always!!
Jet another great awesome video!! Thumbs up 👍🏼 👍🏼
Thank you for this excellent video!!!! I appreciate very very much!
Great video!
The Vostok Amphibia was made to specification for the USSR Navy and utilized a case design, which shared many of the same qualities as the super compressor (the acrylic crystal and the case back would expand under pressure to increase the water ressistance). Apparently the watches also went to space during the 1970s.
The Citizen ana-digi diver JP2000-08E has alledgedly been utilized by members the Danish special forces combat divers, or the "Frog Men". It has been nicknamed the Pingo after the Danish Crown Prince, who supposedly wore this reference during his time in service.
And although not being issued, the modern Seiko Turtles SRP77X have a distinct Vietnam-era, PX store vibe to it, harkening back to its ancestor, the 6105.
Thanks again for your excellent content and stay safe! :)
Lol TGV this is one of my favorites up early watching a rerun hope you doing well
Another fine video. Thank you sir. Cheers mate.
Thanks for the video TGV, always enyoing all the history and off course the watches!. In these special times, would you please make a review of the watches for the healt care profesionals? Thanks again!
I am so surprised and happy to see the Sinn UX S on your list. It is on my wrist right now and I "combat test" it every day drumming, playing hockey, working on my car etc. I wear it all the time. It gets more wrist time than any other watch.
Thanks for the fantastic surprise and Easter Egg!!!
Take care my friend,
Michael
I loved this video, the content was very interesting and some of the military connections surprising 👍 but Hugo stole the show along with the vodka 😂 Tennis with Stephen just classic, thank you Darling 👍
I've never even heard of Yema, how did i miss these?? seems like a bargain that I will have to hunt for! Great video!
Great video, but the mention of Pim's at the beginning brought back memories. Had my first Pim's back in the late 90's at the Riverside across from Hampton Court. Sat outside, watched the watercraft on the Thames, and enjoyed our Pim's Cup. Usually have several during the course of the summer.
Great video as always, beautiful! 👍
i started this video with a like button :'D love your vids hope u r staying safe man
Another great video, perhaps my favorite as I love the link to the military. BTW...I bet you’re wearing the Yema Superman as I think you did a review on it too.
Another great video , I love that JLC
Awesome selection of watches TGV. I've seen looking at the Cabot watch company CWC. British military watches. The 1983 quartz Royal navy divers watch is very cool.
As usual, a very good video.
Great video on dive watches.
TGV, great video. Thanks. The company that took over from Eterna in supplying the Israeli military was Adi. I have one of their Navy Driver's. I absolutely adore it. Well worth a review for a future more affordable military diver video!!!!
Most ppl never heard of the $150 JDM only Hyakuichi 101 hyaku1-003-WH, it's an Aqua Terra 231.10.44.52.04.001 homage powered by a Miyota JS26 GMT with an open reset 60 minute chronograph. It looks fantastic and it's one of my favorite watches, couldn't recommend it enough.
What a fantastic smorgasbord of history! Especially for me...my first really good automatic watch was a Zodiac Super Sea Wolf I bought as a senior in high school. My choice at the time was between it and the Doxa; as I recall the Doxa was around $50.00 more, but as a kid my income was limited. Now, many years later I'm sporting a Sinn EZM 3F and loving it. As a side note, back in the 70s I trained with GSG9. You certainly covered all the bases in this video! Extremely well done, Sir. I swear, watch collecting is an addiction I'll never overcome.
Thank you so much!
As for your past and positive spirit, I am honored to have you in the Gentry,
Best regards,
TGV
Ciao fratello, i tuoi video mi rallegrano in questa quarantena!!
Very enjoyable, thanks.
Great video. I have the Yema Superman and the Yema Flygraf Heritage. Love both, especially the Flygraf.
Great video TGV! However, I think your definition of "affordable" and mine are very different 😜.
I’m watching your videos for long time now.. you “were” so good.
Thank you Mohammed, so glad to hear you enjoy all the hard work that goes into them.
Onwards and upwards!
Best regards,
TGV
Great video (like always!). I would like to see in your future videos the Mühle Glashütte Pro Mare ref. M1-42-32-NB. Thank you!
Good evening Tgv, i hope you are well, thank you so much for providing a constant flow of content in theses crazy times that we all find ourselves in, so may I thank you for that, so keep safe an healthy, O&U and kind regards your friend Ryan.
Thank you Ryan, it has been a welcome distraction to work on it and knowing I can bring some relief is rewarding.
I hope you are staying safe, has the foot recovered ok?
O&U!
Best regards,
TGV
The Urban Gentry the channel is a fantastic help, thank you sir 👍🏻
Great video!
super collection.That JLC is so stunning.
Another terrific video, especially the opening. I do believe Hugo is just misunderstood though. 🦖
This is the best watch commentary UA-cam channel there is.
The longines Heritage compressor is a great alternative to the JLC for everyone lustig after a compressor but not able to afford the JLC.
Thank you for the Gread Video as always and I really love the Intros with hugo his role in your channel has evolved in a great direction.
Great review as ever - though as a Brit and veteran i still love my CWC SBS and put of my collection is the only i actually take diving - its bullet proof!