A $200 Dive Watch You Should Know With Real Diving Credibility - Scurfa Diver One

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  • Опубліковано 3 гру 2024

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  • @huntergallagher2270
    @huntergallagher2270 Рік тому +6

    It’s been my most worn watch for around four years. Can’t beat the package: the accuracy and serviceability of quartz, stainless steel, beefy crossbars and nato strap options, sapphire crystal and AR, and some models come with ceramic bezels. There is zero sloppiness in the bezel action, although mine gets a touch sticky/hard to turn when in salt water. Just a fanatic piece. A lot people mistake it for a Sub.

  • @iluvtheblues
    @iluvtheblues Рік тому +8

    I love that you lend credibility to quartz watches. So many watch snobs act as if a quartz is not even a watch. But for some of us watch enthusiasts, mechanical watches, while being amazing little micro-machines, require too much work to keep running, some interaction to keep on time, and lots of expense to maintain. Quartz solves all of theses problems. Plus, many of the high end HAQ models are simply amazing watches. Case in point...the Citizen Chronomasters. Absolutely amazing time pieces!

  • @Boyahda
    @Boyahda Рік тому +101

    Love Scurfa's designs but unfortunately its almost impossible to get one new as they're almost never available.

    • @Jay_Bee1
      @Jay_Bee1 Рік тому +19

      Rolex trying their best to copy Scurfa

    • @Boyahda
      @Boyahda Рік тому +12

      @@Jay_Bee1 it wouldn't be hyperbole to say that buying a Rolex would be easier than Scurfa as of now.

    • @DisplayKeesBack
      @DisplayKeesBack Рік тому

      I didn't knew Niv-Mizzet would wear this watch.

    • @JimmieJohn
      @JimmieJohn Рік тому +2

      that’s one cheap ass watch

    • @JimmieJohn
      @JimmieJohn Рік тому +1

      This dude will do anything to sell a watch

  • @alecjarnagin9041
    @alecjarnagin9041 Рік тому +8

    The last thing Scurfa needed was to have Teddy make a video causing even MORE people to try and buy watches that aren't available. I love the brand (even though I've yet to be able to see one in the metal) and Paul Scurfield is a fascinating man (great interview with him on TGN) and I've been trying to buy one for a year or so.

  • @pw7900
    @pw7900 Рік тому +25

    I have one and love it. Built like a tank and super comfortable on the wrist. The perfect daily diver watch.

    • @dj_ath
      @dj_ath Рік тому +1

      Thx for the comment. I'm getting one. I need a cheaper watch for traveling. I left one of my favorite watches in a hotel room. Lost half a day of traveling going back to get it.

  • @Riful
    @Riful Рік тому +8

    I have the non titanium 10th anniversary edition in silver that dropped last month as my first and only watch, love it!

  • @dalerichardson8842
    @dalerichardson8842 Рік тому +2

    I'm in the UK Teddy and I have had one for about a year. I also scuba dive.
    It is the best value dive watch I have and at the price ideal to take diving rather than my aquis or Pelagos. Although I have dived with them I'd be alot more upset if I lost them over this. Also great to wear and dive with a watch designed by a commercial diver. Great video as always best wishes Dale

  • @davidhori4899
    @davidhori4899 Рік тому +3

    I have the blue ten year anniversary model. Beautiful sunburst blue dial, fully lumed ceramic bezel insert and a steel case. The polishing on the case is outstanding. I love the distortion from the crystal. Just a terrific watch for the money and a brand that deserves Teddy’s attention.

  • @Pete22222
    @Pete22222 Рік тому +8

    I have that exact model on my wrist today. They have usually been quite attainable in the past, but recent publicity is making them hard to get with releases being sold out in record times. Used to be a hidden gem. Good for Skurfa and bad for those of us that have loved them for a long time.

    • @LK25278
      @LK25278 Рік тому

      You think you're better than the rest of us huh buddy? Not everybody can afford this... no need to rub it in our face.

    • @Chef_Alpo
      @Chef_Alpo 10 місяців тому

      ​@LK25278 stop crying welfare, people shouldn't be ashamed of owning a cheap watch just because you can't

    • @F87_Frank
      @F87_Frank 10 місяців тому

      @@LK25278 When talking about watches (especially a purpose built niche watch) these are extremely affordable

  • @SingleTrackMined
    @SingleTrackMined Рік тому +2

    I have my Diver One on now. Just a great dive watch. I have stainless version and couldn't be happier with it. Thanks!

  • @dannyfromna
    @dannyfromna Рік тому +4

    Hi Teddy, thanks for highlighting the Scurfa dive watch. Love seeing the brand highlighted. Hate to think how much harder it’s going to be now to purchase a new Scurfa!! Keep up the great work. Love your videos and what you do to help educate all of us who are watch enthusiasts!

  • @rnsaopaulo
    @rnsaopaulo Рік тому +1

    Thanks for doing this video Teddy. Some of my favorite videos that you share are the ones that cover watches like this that may not be as well known but tell an interesting story. Just bought my Diver One today

  • @acethis
    @acethis Рік тому +3

    Love the Scurfa. It's a honest and practical dive time piece that will appeal to people who appreciates function and usability. These time pieces are not over-built, but just nice. All cost savings are passed on to the consumer and that's a wonderful gesture from the founder. It is never screaming to be a premium dive watch and is not pretending to be one. Just an honest tested tool watch that will appeal to a niche group of grateful + appreciative consumers 👍😊

  • @kevinorr6880
    @kevinorr6880 Рік тому +4

    I agree with all that was said. The story and purpose-driven quality are a real plus. Had I a need for another diver, I’d buy this.

  • @frogsplorer
    @frogsplorer Рік тому +9

    Looks really nice. Best feature for me is the domed crystal with internal AR coating. I think that’s the best combo for managing reflections. An external AR coating might scratch or break down, but a curved surface for me softens reflections. I don’t like how flat crystals can flash at me. Main thing that could be improved for me is probably the clasp. I like easily operated micro-adjust, but many watches don’t have it. I like the sword hands. It looks like the rubber strap has close hole spacing which is good. Personally I’d probably hold off on this watch until I actually take up diving 😅

  • @noahadairnat
    @noahadairnat Рік тому +2

    I bought the 10th anniversary steel with green dial. I could be wrong, but the bezel looks plated which cheapens the look of you ask me. I’d lean toward the model Teddy recommends instead - better overall finishing. While not worn at depth, I have worn it in the ocean. Great visibility. Better with a nato strap since the rubber strap was quite rigid. Overall great watch, cool dial, and solid build quality.

  • @prabirmehta1089
    @prabirmehta1089 Рік тому +2

    The light blue Treasure Seeker is my daily beater. Love it! Like it so much better than my Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean.

  • @jonmccarty3116
    @jonmccarty3116 Рік тому +4

    Cool - I'm also a (former) commercial diver and have seen these online a few times. Very neat!

  • @jleano609
    @jleano609 Рік тому +1

    Blue Diver One in Steel on my wrist as I type. I work in the oil industry i have done much drilling work in the North Sea and West of Shetlands. I believe Paul Scurfield works for commercial diving company Subsea 7 who are a major player providing services to oil and gas companies like pipeline and flowline installation, inspection and testing, subsea tree work etc. etc. When I heard of the wach via TGN I knew I had to have one. I've even gifted a few to retiring colleagues as the watch has such a good story.

  • @jtfragrance
    @jtfragrance Рік тому +2

    This is a definite must buy for me, looking for one as we speak. Super high quality stats and a very affordable price

  • @jk6869
    @jk6869 8 місяців тому +1

    One of my favorite watches over the past few years. Has been in many bodies of water with me and the fam. I have a stainless D1 with blue dial and yellow hands. Titanium model will likely be in my future.

  • @RaulTibe
    @RaulTibe Рік тому +2

    A brand I had never heard of before. And a stunning classic but really cool design for this diver, whatever the price is. WOW

  • @reeciep
    @reeciep Рік тому +4

    I got a Diver One D1-500 T Dial new last year as a beater/holiday watch. Love the dial colour and it is really decent for the price. The rubber strap is a tad stiff at first but good quality. They are tricky to find in stock though that is for sure.

    • @adamwright4264
      @adamwright4264 Рік тому

      I added MS22 version and bought their light blue strap to add some colour. Ocean blue was not bright enough but matches the Sinn U1 blue face really well (mine's actually a U50 SBS but probably the same blue). The hardware also fits Helm straps nicely. Only thing I don't like is the distortion from the domen sapphire but understand its dive benefits. Persevere with the customer service which is less than perfect and needs logic reiterating to get your point across. I settled for some spare spring bars to offset a misunderstanding but they're very busy so need some slack as we all make mistakes when overrun. Keep thinking about another though... 😉

  • @yahoody123
    @yahoody123 10 місяців тому +1

    Great watches in stainless and better yet in Titanium. Worth a good bit more than Paul Scurfield asks for them. There is a reason it looks a lot like the original mil-subs. Good for you to take the time to do a great video on these watches. The Scurfa dive watches deserve every accolade.

  • @ahha6304
    @ahha6304 Рік тому +3

    True about I hate quartz haha, but Solar Quartz I can accept since I hate changing batteries.

  • @sawrajsinghbasi3446
    @sawrajsinghbasi3446 Рік тому +1

    I purchased the 10 year anniversary in black about 4 weeks ago - it is one of the best watches I own

  • @nicerides9224
    @nicerides9224 Рік тому +1

    You're a good salesman Teddy. That watch has some good specs and looks well built. Nice clean easy to read dial and I don't mind the border.

  • @rachelades518
    @rachelades518 Рік тому +1

    Hallo teddy, I don't dive, but I think it is nice to see a brand with a real diver behind it. I have a question: could you explain where is the line between a cheaper brand like this and much higher end brands,is the difference really so big?

  • @petercarson9008
    @petercarson9008 Рік тому +1

    Great to see lesser known brands being discussed. Looks interesting!

  • @HonoluluBlue81
    @HonoluluBlue81 Рік тому +2

    Nice review. I have the blue no date in steel. Great watch. I was hoping to be able to pickup a Ti model. This isn’t going to help with availability.

  • @BAF605
    @BAF605 Рік тому +11

    These now have a FOMO factor since they restock only occasionally and you have to jump in quickly when they become available. That aside they have the best back story possible for a dive watch. If you want one remember the guy still works at a full time job so be patient.

  • @j.j.h.atemycereal
    @j.j.h.atemycereal Рік тому +2

    Great watch. I have a steel case, orange dial Diver 1 which I bought used. You pretty much have to because they sell out so quickly.

  • @kingsnurglegurglesonthevik4517

    Fantastic watch at a realistic price point. I'm getting one.

  • @shadowsocks7472
    @shadowsocks7472 Рік тому +2

    At this point I'm not sure why Paul and his wife don't hire someone else to help manage more product or retire from diving. These are bad ass watches especially for the price, luckily I snatched a MS 22 and I love it. The size of the diver one is actually exactly the same as a 4k sea dweller.

  • @Canadianman762
    @Canadianman762 8 місяців тому +1

    I check to see if they have restocked twice a day, I need one!

  • @GaryGiffin
    @GaryGiffin Рік тому

    Been wearing Scurfa watches for years in the surf in San Diego. Love this brand and now that you reviewed them again it will be harder to get a new Scurfa im sure :)

  • @andrewhennessy9789
    @andrewhennessy9789 Рік тому +1

    Cool watch! Love seeing the affordable, hidden gems. Maybe a video on telemeter chronographs?

  • @billbouldin2969
    @billbouldin2969 Рік тому +2

    Everything is out of stock on the site do you know when supply will be replenished?

    • @lookatwrist
      @lookatwrist Рік тому

      Once every few months, and it will sell out in about 100 seconds.

  • @Mac321gsjjeugev
    @Mac321gsjjeugev Рік тому +3

    I like to hear about affordable watches with quality parts and a cool unique story.

  • @charleshailey4461
    @charleshailey4461 Рік тому +4

    These were the best kept secret on the watch Market, but I fear now word is out and they are getting hard to obtain.

  • @ivanp9219
    @ivanp9219 6 місяців тому

    You are a true professional watch expert ‼️

  • @Rustystyler1
    @Rustystyler1 Рік тому +1

    i like watches. they are good.

  • @uclanaldo
    @uclanaldo Рік тому +1

    Looks exactly like the Shinola Lake Michigan Monster. Not a criticism, just an observation. Cool looking piece.

  • @jonboy8181
    @jonboy8181 Рік тому

    Love this and how professional it looks.

  • @ayandey137
    @ayandey137 Рік тому

    Im not into dive watches at all but I'm still watching as your production of the videos are top notch, i enjoy your videos so much❤

  • @DGenerationX69
    @DGenerationX69 Рік тому +2

    Never heard of it. Interesting.

  • @jeejkee6471
    @jeejkee6471 Рік тому +3

    Good luck trying to buy one. They should have named it the Neither One.

  • @tedfish9498
    @tedfish9498 Рік тому +1

    They had a watch for sell for about 3 minutes the other day. But even if you established an account prior to the sell and were online and on the site when the watch became available. I found it impossible to purchase one. It was a frustrating experience and I doubt I'll try again.

    • @royroblox
      @royroblox 11 місяців тому

      I was looking at these ones too and heard similar horror stories :( It's super frustrating to see dozens of cool combos on their website but wait -- none are available. If they just focused all of their production into 2-3 models/colors maybe people could actually own them.

  • @kobruz
    @kobruz Рік тому

    Were can you get one? It seems you don't have then and they are all sold out on their website.

  • @UGA.D
    @UGA.D Рік тому +2

    Here's an idea. Promote a watch that's been sold out forever. That'll fix the issue.

  • @marcelodietrich8674
    @marcelodietrich8674 Рік тому

    Color me IMPRESSED!

  • @danielfrancis3660
    @danielfrancis3660 Рік тому

    As a dive watch does it simply measure dive time or time elapsed under water? Are there any other functions?

  • @coestercortese
    @coestercortese 6 місяців тому

    i love you so much! I recently just found your nkuwan and i’m in love!! Your videos are so fun and you energy is just MWAH! keep living your life

  • @thomasng4078
    @thomasng4078 Рік тому +1

    that looks so good!

  • @Ddelubyo
    @Ddelubyo Рік тому

    Hi Teddy. Can you have a review on Dwiss watches?

  • @WatchUnboxingChannel
    @WatchUnboxingChannel Рік тому

    Love my Scurfa Top Side, fantastic watch!

  • @angrypenguin956
    @angrypenguin956 Рік тому

    Nowadays, I am trying to stay away form quartz as much as possible, but this would certainly make for a good beater.

  • @chris-if3nz
    @chris-if3nz Рік тому

    I like the Forteller Cambrian better although it's also hard to get

  • @216baja
    @216baja Рік тому +1

    I would like to buy one of their watches but they are always sold out.

  • @АлександрНиколаев-щ4у

    Good, simple, honest quartz, sort of elegance , i guess! I Like it!**)

  • @thewatchloungechris
    @thewatchloungechris Рік тому

    Scurfa makes a great watch talked to the owner Paul Scurfield a few times nice guy with an passion for the hobby

  • @paulnewman2778
    @paulnewman2778 Рік тому +1

    I like these watches but I have been to their site a dozen times and they are always sold out.

  • @Lebon996
    @Lebon996 Рік тому

    Well that certainly is a real bargain. It really ticks all the boxes for a dive watch and the cherry 🍒 on top of the cake is that it is designed by a professional diver. I don't know if they offer a mechanical version, but this would be nice 👍.

  • @Terry_McKinney
    @Terry_McKinney Рік тому

    Just curious, where is this watch manufactured?

    • @adam_ncl
      @adam_ncl Рік тому +1

      Movement is a Swiss quartz. The rest in China or HK I would imagine.

  • @christryon6664
    @christryon6664 Рік тому

    Helium escape valve, but no divers extension..? 🤔🤔

  • @punkypink83
    @punkypink83 Рік тому +1

    nooooo im trying to get a Scurfa at the mo. now u're drawing attention to the brand im not gonna be able to get one for another year at least now 😂

  • @robertlinell8467
    @robertlinell8467 Рік тому

    Thats my new watch 😍😍😍

  • @johanvandersandt8904
    @johanvandersandt8904 Рік тому

    Like them but they are not available in South Africa.

  • @GANDALF-ml7ck
    @GANDALF-ml7ck Рік тому

    Too bad it has a quartz movement. Can you tell me if it is also sold with a mechanical movement? Also can you tell me if it is also sold in Italy?
    Peccato che monta un movimento al quarzo. Puoi dirmi se viene venduto anche con un movimento meccanico? Inoltre puoi dirmi se viene venduto anche in Italia?

  • @keremsarslmazlar809
    @keremsarslmazlar809 Рік тому +1

    U can buy a ny0040 ref citizen promaster for this money

  • @JMK15
    @JMK15 Рік тому

    60 months of battery life is really impressive. He has anyone that owns this watch brand had any difficulties getting the battery changed specifically going back in the water post battery change and having any issues?

    • @JMK15
      @JMK15 Рік тому

      @massageofficialTeddybaldassarr ?

    • @shadowsocks7472
      @shadowsocks7472 Рік тому +1

      I've had no issues, the gaskets were still in great shape and I did it myself. However, I haven't gone deeper than a few meters but for a hot shower, swim, and everyday watch its hard to beat.

  • @ArneAsada69
    @ArneAsada69 Рік тому

    Doesn’t Scurfa make video game controllers?

  • @rick7439
    @rick7439 6 місяців тому

    Get online quick! Scurfa just got more in stock. I finally got one

    • @lasses3887
      @lasses3887 6 місяців тому

      Here it says awaiting stock

    • @rick7439
      @rick7439 6 місяців тому

      I guess that’s how quick they are gone. They were just trickling in every minute or two for each color and now they are gone from what I see

    • @lasses3887
      @lasses3887 6 місяців тому

      @@rick7439 wow, I’ll never try to buy a watch from them again. I’ve been waiting all day for nothing.

  • @zambonidriver42
    @zambonidriver42 Рік тому +4

    Attainable? They’re always OOS.

  • @ridge_r4cer
    @ridge_r4cer Рік тому +1

    Oh boy...let me join the wait list 🙄

  • @TopSecretVid
    @TopSecretVid Рік тому

    Might have just made it on my short list..

  • @GM-ii8gs
    @GM-ii8gs Рік тому +1

    Scurfa is the only watch brand that makes Helm look as easily attainable as Seiko, you stand a better chance of getting a sports steel Rolex from an AD in a shorter time.

    • @Chef_Alpo
      @Chef_Alpo 10 місяців тому

      I'm currently taking up this challenge, people told me that TimeFactors were impossible to get ahold of, but I never missed an intended purchasing window and now own an embarrassing amount.

    • @Chef_Alpo
      @Chef_Alpo 10 місяців тому +1

      5 days ago I was able to order the D1 Original, and today it arrived!
      The email notification that I signed up for didn't alert me (these things rarely seem to for any site) I kept open tabs on the one I wanted and refreshed once every couple of days.
      Nice watch!

  • @Nintendglo
    @Nintendglo Рік тому

    I want one so bad

  • @thearchibaldtuttle
    @thearchibaldtuttle Рік тому +2

    Never heard of Scurfa, looks good but every watch I looked up was out of stock.

  • @jonboy8181
    @jonboy8181 Рік тому +1

    Love this and how professional it looks. Ok, the logo. I actually like the bordered “SCURFA” but lose the watches under it. We know it’s a watch.

  • @tiagofonseca4131
    @tiagofonseca4131 Рік тому +3

    Hey Teddy, love your content 👌🏼
    Can you try to get a hands on Escudo Watches and review one of them? Would be cool 🙏🏼

  • @AlexJPetrov
    @AlexJPetrov Рік тому

    To change the battery would be a chore. That is the biggest drawback for me.

  • @johnlacroix1639
    @johnlacroix1639 Рік тому

    Hate the logo on the dial looks cheep its a No ,,Quarts No ,,machines marks on the case No,,,TY,,,,,,WOW incredible very interesting great information super kool,
    AAAAAAAAAAA++++++++++++ again great video I liked it a lot ,keep up the great work.

  • @MaartenAnna
    @MaartenAnna Рік тому

    Great looking watch, but I can't walk around with something that sounds like scurfies...😢

  • @tinymotogarage
    @tinymotogarage Рік тому

    As a diver (lowly DM), this is a proper tool watch. Quartz accuracy and reliability, lots of pressure resistance, good legibility (I suspect that dome pops the info underwater too) and a useful bezel. I don't see minute tracks that suggestsw no ISO cert??, which is a little weird for a proper dive watch but whatever. Nice piece from a real diver - good stuff.

  • @Terry_McKinney
    @Terry_McKinney Рік тому +1

    500M WR at this price with Swiss movement and nice finishing, impressive.

  • @Ampxious
    @Ampxious Рік тому

    Teddy, I have been looking for a (bright/light) red dial watch for over 3 years, and I need help. I'm not looking to spend over $1000, though want something unique and special.
    Any suggestions? Or is it maybe a suggestion to make another red dial watch video, but a 2023 edition?

  • @Hawaii_NoKaOi
    @Hawaii_NoKaOi 11 місяців тому +1

    I understand this review is for the Scurfa Diver Pro. Regrettably, after watching this review, I purchased the Top Side Crew Stainless Steel Turquoise Dial - Mens. The Scurfa Top Side Crew is junk. I held it in my hand for less than 15 seconds before I emailed Scurfa asking for their return address. I have bands that weigh more than the Scrufa Top Side Crew watch. It looks and feels like a toy watch. I recommend a Swatch watch over the Scrufa Top Side Crew. To be fair to Teddy, his review was for the Scrufa Diver One. I just want to save you the headache of my mistake. Now I have to pay to ship it back to England. I suspect I will spend close to $100 to return a crappy $285 watch. #BuyerBeware #Scrufa

  • @roberte8564
    @roberte8564 Рік тому

    reminds me of the Wenger Seaforce in Blue, 43 mm 200m watch

  • @u76dtfxc
    @u76dtfxc Рік тому +2

    チタンケースでこのデザイン、500mで250ドル。 これは素晴らしいが、バッテリーだけが問題。
    クォーツは構わないが、バッテリー交換のたびに500mの水密テストをするとランニングコストが高くなる。

  • @alexkastano96
    @alexkastano96 3 дні тому

    This "magnificent watch" has a $10 quartz movement inside of a $20 case , that's it folks😂

  • @caramel109
    @caramel109 Рік тому +1

    Another good video on a great watch, but you've just made this hen's tooth even harder to get!

  • @peterjamesmacneil
    @peterjamesmacneil Рік тому

    Looks good but Im hesitant to buy a watch that prints watches on the dial, of I don't know,,,,, a watch, a bit redundant, IMO.

  • @christopher1298
    @christopher1298 Рік тому

    I own a scurfa. The only thing i dislike is the plastic strap. My most comfortable watch is the casio F-108WHC $30 from all my watches.

  • @PocketUau
    @PocketUau Рік тому +1

    They should at the very least stick a Seiko VH31 in there to avoid the quartz tick and potential misallignment

  • @rachelades518
    @rachelades518 Рік тому

    Forgot,love from Switzerland 🇨🇭

  • @zillsburyy1
    @zillsburyy1 Рік тому +1

    only 6 month battery life?

    • @mountainhobo
      @mountainhobo Рік тому +1

      60 months. Ronda 715SM movement.

  • @Freeze06
    @Freeze06 Рік тому +1

    While I appreciate the value, not sure why you continue to advertise them when it’s nearly impossible to get a new one. They are never available and sell out in minutes when they are. Value is only value if it is attainable.

    • @limirl
      @limirl Рік тому

      I know what is the point in all these reviews of watch companies that never have watches available to buy, halios, zelos, etc impossible to get a hold of

  • @hanscombe72
    @hanscombe72 Рік тому

    I was surprised to see it as a quartz. To this day I’m still kicking myself that I bought a Brosnan quartz sea master years ago on sale before I realised that one didn’t ever buy a quartz watch.

  • @charbelh.boutros4971
    @charbelh.boutros4971 Рік тому +1

    I’m surprised you’re comfortable talking about this watch, but not the CW Trident Pro 🤔