👹 Heimdallr Seiko Monster Homage 👹 Honest Watch Review
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- Опубліковано 20 жов 2024
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Here's the review of the Heimdallr Seiko Monster homage watch.
Here's a link to the watch on AliExpress:
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Here's the link to the unboxing video:
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Looks great, that dial option is definitely the one to go for! Great review pal.
As soon as I saw they had a red one, I had to get it.
@@HonestWatchReviewsHWR I got the watch yesterday in orange color, but I was thinking replacing metal straps with vintage black leather straps. You think it look good?
@@skeletronxxprime6277 If that's what you want to do, then go for it... It's your watch.
Looks great, Heimdallr did a good job with this one. Loved you garden shots today!
Yeah they did. Thanks mate. I tried something a little bit different with this one. I thought it was quite fitting given it's a Monster 👹
I just love how the black fade makes the teeth stand out.
Yeah it does look really cool doesn't it?
Looks like looking into the mouth of one of the giant sand worms from Dune. Cool 👍🏻
@@stevefox8605 Yeah it does 😆
@@stevefox8605 🤣🤣 definitely!
Nicely done mate, have to say I think they've done a great job with this one and loving the red dial.
They really have. Thanks for watching mate.
I just bought this same watch from Aliexpress. The shipping from China to New Zealand was faster than Australia to NZ, 10 days. I had a version 1 Seiko Monster and this watch is as good as if not better because of all the points you make. Everything on mine lines up
perfectly, I can't fault it.
It's mad when the homage is better than the original isn't it?
Red is the one! Beautiful and also slightly scary. Great review mate. Don't leave it next to you when you sleep. It may just take a bite!
I'll make sure I keep it locked up at night 😆
@@HonestWatchReviewsHWR ever since that benyar incident of mine, a few of my watches have started looking a bit shifty
@@watchmewithwatches 🤣
I got the orange version & with coupons etc it was £101! Just a fantastic watch, great specs & finishing. The bracelet is so comfortable I usually wear rubber straps on divers but the bracelet on this perfect👌
That's a great price.
Love the Heimdallr Monster. I've had mine a few weeks now and have not had any issues with it yet. It wears very nice, keeps excellent time and it's a beautiful watch.
That's good to hear. I'm glad you're enjoying it.
That's really an impressive offering by Heimdallr in terms of being a faithful homage to a Seiko monster. It even surpasses the original in some respects like the sapphire crystal and the milled clasp. Seiko watches themselves aren't well known for perfect alignment. And when the time can be set by the crown with too little resistance you can't really blame Heimdallr. If any, it's a Seiko movement issue. Cheers mate!
That's a good point mate.
The alignment on that lume pip is well within actual Seiko tolerances, and we still love them... lol Nice looking watch for sure
It's definitely within Seiko tolerances 😉😆
I like the black case and red dial variant with full loom bezel. The only problem with the black one is it does not come with a bracelet.
Stainless steel with the red dial on the bracelet looks like a winner for $156.50
Great review 👏....I got one a week ago, also red dial, and really like it. Thank you again. Cheers
I'm glad you like the video and the watch. Thanks for watching.
I got mine from a different shop on AliExpress and paid only 118 euros after some promotion, it was 128 euros originally anyway... I have to say, it is perfect in every way, I really like this watch!
That's a really good price.
I own this watch, I have to say it’s awesome, on par if not better than my seiko turtle and samurai, it’s also giving my planet ocean, Tudor BB and Speedmaster a run for its money for wrist time! I just love the red dial 👍🏻
So you'd say it has monster specs then? 😉
@@HonestWatchReviewsHWR lol.. absolutely, it’s a beast!
Just wish they made one without the pointless date, ruins many a Diver imho. Good value, would be very tempted if only it didn't have that useless complication.
Cheers mate 👍🏻
I actually quite like having the day/date complication myself. I find out very useful. But each to their own I guess.
I really like the monster the only reason I've not got one is I thought it'd look silly on my seven inch wrists but now after watching this I'm definitely getting one ,,thanks for your honest review 💯🇬🇧👍
I thought it might on my 7" wrist before o got it too. But it wears surprisingly well doesn't it?
Please consider using my affiliate link if you do end up getting one. Which colour are you thinking of getting?
@@HonestWatchReviewsHWR yeah I think I'll be getting the orange color, cheers for replying.
Seiko are masters at making bigger watches wear smaller. I always thought these watches were huge but fit well. The red dial is popping, ive just got my red dial in and a black dial. Might do a quick showcase. Love the monster looks!
Let me know how you get on with it and if you'd consider the Seiko monster after this
That is very true. The tuna and turtle also wear smaller than you'd expect.
As for whether I'd consider the Seiko Monster now... I don't really see the point to be honest. This has better specs and costs less. So I'm happy with what I've got. I'm not really one for brand names. I always choose specs over that.
I have the exact same watch and yes there was deffo something up with the push pins, done a few Seikos with push pins and they were nowhere near as difficult as these ones, they just did not want to budge.
I've got the same problem... Did you use pliers to pull them out ?? I can only get them half way out and I'm afraid of breaking or bending them?
Yeah, I used pliers in the end to get them fully out.
@@HonestWatchReviewsHWR was it easy to get them back in?
It was easier than getting them out.
@@Paul.in.Ireland After the struggle to get my pins out when it came to refitting them they now went back in all loose so I deliberately forced a small bend in them just to ensure they remained in place and tapped them back into place with a plastic headed mallet.
Rdunae had recently released a Monster.
Heimdallr vs Rdunae comparison vid when?
I have seen that. Perhaps I'll try and get one at some point.
Looks as good ,if not better than the seiko, no divers extension on the bracelet though.i would buy one.
Great video. 👍.
I think so too. Thanks for watching.
I've just ordered one same reason I haven't got a red faced watch in my collection
Always wanted an orange monster, but after seeing that red... 🔴👌
That was the way I thought too.
Yup I've got both the red and orange in my cart deciding ...
... but time to decide because it will have to wait looking at the Addies Tuna, the Parnis Nautilus and the Phylida hydroconquest first - going to get two of those during the March Aliexpress sale.
Just picked up the Steeldive Bronze 50 fathoms homage yesterday as well as a tropic steap for it and a bronze buckle.
@@karlsenula9495 That's a nice selection there.
@@HonestWatchReviewsHWR just picked up an interesting Casio Day Date ... MTP-E129D-1AVDF ... interesting color way and dial layout
@@karlsenula9495 Ooooh, now you are talking my language!☺️ Those are some quality choices, most I've been eyeing up myself. Please let me know how you get on with them as I'll no doubt get one in for review at some point (and my birthday is also in March so...)😂
heimdallr masters every seiko. unless you want mineral glass and a stamped clasp. heimdallr even has better lume & price the heimdallr monster ALSO comes with a spring bar tool, link removal tool AND a 20mm nato strap!!!!!
They do make some quality pieces. I have a few Heimdallrs now.
@@HonestWatchReviewsHWR you got their SEA GHOST?
Yeah, it's the most recent video on the channel.
Very nice review! Mine should be arriving next week.
Thanks. Which colour did you go for?
@@HonestWatchReviewsHWR I went with the red.
@@FadeToBlack2181 Did you get it from Heimdallr directly or on AliExpress?
@@HonestWatchReviewsHWR Ali Express
Excellent review. My red Monster was shipped on Saturday. Can't wait to see it. A question. I was reading that the strap had pin and collar rather than standard push pins. Is that right?
Yes, that's right. It is a little tough to do.
I bought the brown dial. Maybe a weird choice, but I dig it.
I do quite like the look of that one too. Something a bit different.
The red is awesome, reminds me of the Sarlacc Pit, ha ha.
😆
Just received the orange today, considering on getting the red version..
This watch is BOMB!
They're great aren't they? If you do end up getting a red one as well, please consider using my affiliate link to help support the channel.
@@HonestWatchReviewsHWR Sure thing mate 👍
And yeah, they are absolutely fantastic!
Kinda wish the indices were white, but still, excellent execution.
Bought both, can’t wait
My red monster hit Canada today. Hope to see it by end of the week.
I'm sure you'll love it.
Are you happy with it?
@@fvlok Its been a year, love it still.
@@BCallum Fantastic. Got both the red and orange on the way.
@@BCallum I saw on another channel you mentioned you got the blue as well :)
Is the lume pip sticking out like a nipple or flush with the bezel? I got the Sea Knight orange, which I believe is the same watch as this Heimdallr v1. the V2 Heimdallr without the shark tooth hour markers has a flush, flat lume pip
The lume pip is raised slightly, but the triangle it's sat in is recessed. So it doesn't really stick out. Hopefully that makes sense.
I love this style of watch (Seiko Tuna-ish or Monster-ish') but a 42+mm is too big for me. I wish they made a 40mm version.
It wears smaller than the diameter world suggest though. The lug to lug is relatively compact.
Bought a black and red nato …. Now just for the watch next week 😝👍
Sounds like a good combo.
More a work watch just getting into the game so if you have any suggestions on affordable sub 300 I’m all ears 😁
@@Followthepath89 Just check out my playlist for AliExpress watches, that's plenty in there. I also have my top recommendations linked in the video description on all my videos too.
Love this watch. My only gripe would be that the black paint in the bezel markers looks a little sloppy.
I think that might be the way the light is reflecting off it. If you checkout my Instagram you can see it better.
Loved this!
Pretty impressive for the money isn't it?
Adsolute stunner
Isn't it just. Especially this red dial version.
Nice lume and watch, but I just can't take the green tint on the markers.
That's fair enough.
It's a great looking watch, how much would it be to get it into the UK?
I didn't have to pay any fees to get it into the UK.
@@HonestWatchReviewsHWR that's pretty good, Im looking at the orange dial. Great review.
@@davidbridge5652 I don't think you'll be disappointed. If you do end up getting one, please consider using my affiliate link, to help support the channel. It doesn't cost you anymore.
Great review..thanks
Thanks, I'm glad you liked it.
Today the lumed pip on my Heimdallr got knocked off the bezel and I totally lost it. Any idea if there is a replacement bezel for sale somewhere? I mean it's not the end of the world, but it really bums me out that I lost the pip.
I'm sorry to hear that. I'd suggest contacting the seller you got yours from, or failing that, try contacting Heimdallr themselves maybe.
@@HonestWatchReviewsHWR well the pip was sticking out like a sore thumb, so it was just a matter of time when it got caught on something. Because it didn't come off on its own, I literally banged the whole watch against my bike and later I noticed the bezel was misaligned and the pip was missing.
the grooves on the side a misaligned it seems . good watch though
Is there a Heimdallr uk stockist online? I can’t seem to find one
I'm not sure, as I got mine from China (AliExpress) using the link in the description. It arrived pretty quickly though.
Mine has pin and collar in the bracelet bit the bezel pip is worse.
I think I want one
I have my eyes on black Blue version
Another good choice. If you do get one, please consider using my affiliate link.
Like Seikos are aligned
I know right 😉
Looks well made, but I always found Seiko monsters a bit ugly.
That's fair enough. The design isn't for everyone.
Please tell me, is this watch mechanical?
It's not mechanical, its an automatic. As it has a rotor to wind itself when you move about.
It's too bad that many of these less expensive homage watches have such recessed dials. Kind of spoils the look.
Real banana monster gen 4 is out asian special edition yellow dial pvd real seiko not feiko!
It looks nice...I have a Heimdallr tuna can...the QC is awful. It could be a good watch but absolutely no care taken in its finish.
Where did you buy yours from? I've got a few Heimdallrs now. I've not had any issues like that.
@@HonestWatchReviewsHWR I got it direct from them about two years ago...not that cheap either...I think it was £160. The sapphire is nice, the lume is terribly applied and weak, the case and case shroud are nice but the hex head screws on the shroud are all counter sunk to different levels, the bezel won't turn without wearing rubber gloves...the bracelet is poor..but has an ok milled clasp. All in all not great for £160. I have the bronze Willard steeldive which was cheaper and beats the Heimdallr in every way and both my escapement times are flawless for less than half the price! Maybe they've improved since I got mine.
@@garethbain7477 I think it's sometimes just luck of the draw. Like I say, I've never had any issues with Heimdallrs, bought from their website or various AliExpress stores. But with Steeldives I've had a mixed bag. Escapement Time though... They offer fantastic value and QC for the money. I own quite a few of there watches, as you'll probably know if you've followed my channel for a while.
Yeh....that's why I bought them...after watching your videos...you were way ahead of everyone with Escapement Time. Superb watches.
@@garethbain7477 Yeah I was the first to review Escapement Time watches. I've had a few firsts now. Including Phylida and Boderry.
I just love how the chinese copy everything but shark fin soup?
Beautiful but JUNK. Mine loses 10-15 minutes a day plus the day/date won’t change properly. Warranty is a joke with them as well; won’t answer me
I'm sorry to hear that. Did you open a dispute?
@@HonestWatchReviewsHWR sure did. 6 days ago but no contact from after sales dept. hopefully they can help eventually. I’d like a replacement that works
Is just a legalized copy, and i despie this.
To childish.
I take it you're not a fan of the original as well then?
Quanto está custando ele ?
Se você clicar no link da descrição, ele mostrará o preço. Não costumo incluí-los nas coisas do AliExpress, pois os preços mudam constantemente.