Is The MOONSWATCH Actually Worth The Money?
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- Опубліковано 17 жов 2024
- Has SWATCH saved the watch industry... or is this just another quick money grab?
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The genius behind all the hype is making people think they get a cheap omega, while actually they get a very expensive swatch.
Very expensive? Mate it’s less than 300..
@@100yrsdeathfor a Swatch...
@@100yrsdeathfor a plastic Quartz watch, that is indeed *very* expensive.
It is not an Omega, it is nearly £300 for a Swatch that will fall apart with regular wear.
Imagine being someone who paid £1200 for one on eBay, only for it to fall apart a month later
As a proper Omega owner, and MoonSwatch owner - respectfully, both are fun and purposeful watches. Sometimes, we take these things too deep to heart, forgetting that life is all about fun and not our egos. Whatever choice you make, it's your life and your money. Have fun, and enjoy!
FYI, my daughter gave me the MoonSwatch, and more people at my office BY FAR compliment my MoonSwatch over my Speedmaster. I enjoy the Swatch more!
Thank you, I was looking for this comment. I find that many watch enthusiasts don't understand swatch. The whole point of a swatch is to be fun and unique, not posh and elequent.
What color is yours? Does it matter on average? I’m in an odd place with mine bc I bought one for my cousin while in Denmark 🇩🇰 & now back in the USA 🇺🇸 I just remembered like 2 months later I put it away somewhere in my house.. I almost put it on but it is green as they didn’t have the blue, I MUCH prefer my beautiful blue & silver Movado watch which matches me, my style & etc. I tried to ship it to him in Germany after a flight but I couldn’t find a place, he told me like 1.5 months ago it’d cost too much to ship so should I save it for collectors? At this point I don’t much care but it’s kind of cool to me & id like to know thoughts?
Got lucky to snag an all black moonswatch snoopy. Not a fan of the Velcro straps. Might switch it.
Plus..Omega is owned by Swatch anyway! Swatch pulled it out of the shit due to it being in financial trouble along with other ‘luxury’ makes back in the 80’s. I love that you have both makes and enjoy them both equally!
I love the Omega brand but have never really been able to afford it or never internally could justify buying one. I refused to pay any sort of resale values for these until I got the Mission to the Moon at retail. I loved it so much, put different straps, wore it daily for about a month and then literally out of the blue decided to take the plunge and buy myself an Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch. My decision to get the moonSwatch was the reason i transitioned to the MoonWatch. And then of course I bought a few more MoonSwatches only because they are fun things to wear and you can colour coordinate them with sneakers or a fit. And of course, it’s brought SO many people into the hobby! Which is always a good thing.
You can buy a vintage speedmaster for the price of a "few" moonswatches
You love Omega and cant justify bying one?🥴
That’s great! Congratulations on all the purchases, keep on enjoying them!
@@_RJ_Z yes. It is still the most expensive watch purchase I’ve made. So…
@@ThePhoneBook123ABC I’m sure one can. But once in a while, fun watches are ok too. I’ve got plenty of serious and plenty of vintage watches in my collection anyways.
I am a Swatch staff and what Nico said is true. until this day, people keep coming to our store asking for Moonswatch but we didn't even sell one because it's only available in the SELECTED store. even some customers complain that they already went to the selected store but the stock is already sold out. Don't waste your time for whoever is trying to find a moonswatch. just buy one of our stainless steel chronographs, it's a more durable, more attractive design, and most importantly, Worth your money and time.
agreed
Please report to HR first thing Monday morning
Or vintage, I got a omega serveren years ago for the price of a moon thing and now it's worth thousands.
In Hong Kong, they've been available on retail for several months. No one buying them now
@@kaisanso5901I was just in Vegas and popped by the Swatch store. Sure there were people looking at them (2-3 from what I saw), but I didn't see anyone actually buy one. They had most of the missions except for the Uber popular ones like the Mission to the moon. I took was jaded by the Omega logo, the attractive face, and the fact that I could actually have the opportunity to purchase a watch I had never seen in real life for sale brand new. I did not buy one after considering the Mars and Saturn for over half an hour and contemplating if I should go back a day or two after but never went back. Now I am back home in Arizona and am thinking with a clearer mind. The excitement of it and being such a pretty watch gets to your head, but you eventually realize by touch that buying a Mercedes SUV at $35k new won't give you G Wagon quality even if they both share the same looking badge.
I was at our company's sales kickoff and every sales person was rockin Rolex, Omega, Tudor and AP. But the richest guy there, our CEO, was wearing a Moonswatch. Lol. Swatch definitely figured out the marketing cheat code.
CEO finished the main quests, he doing side quests now.
Lol, AP is such a joke. The only thing they're ever known for is an overglorified stop sign looking, checkerboard that costs as much as a car. I genuinely don't get why people like a watch as ugly & stupid as the AP Royal Oak
@chicagotypewriter2094 I can honestly agree with you 100% I just don't get the appeal.
@@chicagotypewriter2094 I don't get why people wear basketball shoes, and spend absurd amount of cash for them...but yet they do in mass. It's what you like bro.
@@chicagotypewriter2094people originally hated it. Bcus it is overpriced and ridiculous.
My very first watch was a swatch. Given to me by my grandparents, who I adored. A swatch will always have a spot in my collection.
I had a swatch too! I passed I think a transition exam in my college (which allowed you to continue the remainder of the course), it was a sky blue swatch and I loved it with all my heart, it was a gift from my mother ❤
True.. Everyone loves the colorfull, simple, clean world of swatch.. But this is not a pure swatch.. this is a cute money grab.. its like the drop fashion brand formula.. next is omega sneakers...
I love this style of video. Talking about one certain watch and the history of it and your opinion of it, especially the history, not a review of the watch but just what it is. I could watch ones like this all day long, even if it was a video of a certain brand and their history from the start to now. It really reminds me of your older videos.
I couldn’t imagine a Casio and AP colab… what could be more god tier about it? Pride and pinion exclusive!
@@xaerothehero it was
@@xaerothehero It was lmao
Casio x Rolex be sick
@@xaerothehero That still is considered to be a collaboration.
@@xaerotheherolol its not at all the same brand nor maker. They are owned by the same company. Would you say that a VW Saveiro is made and branded by the same people that make and brand a Lamborghini Aventador?
Nico what you said is ENTIRELY TRUE...my father never considered buying a watch, and had absolutely no interest, until the MoonSwatch came out. When it came out, he ranted about it every time he drank tea after coming home from work, and a few months ago, he ended up finally buying to 'Mission to the Moon' and the 'Mission to Jupiter' MoonSwatches...
I'm considering one. How are his watches holding up?
@@huricanethreeonesixbad, the material is not resistant to any dirt and scratches, pushers fall off, the strap doesn't fit anybody and is bulky a.f.
@@huricanethreeonesix Really good, actually...I wouldn't say it's the most durable watch based on the material its made of, and the inside of the strap tends to get dirty, but other than that it's a great watch.
@@huricanethreeonesixmy Mission to Mars has held up extremely well. I even switched the bands on it. Looks great!
I like the ability to buy different bands/straps. The original velcro band is quite nice if you have tendinitis/arthritis. It's a very light watch that you could wear all day.
This is such a cool video format from Nico, I loved the storytelling mixed with history and fact. The honesty of the review and your perspective made this an incredibly engaging video and I love listening to Nico talk about watches like this in depth.
WE WANT CASIO X RICHARD MILLE!!
😂😂😂😂
Nah we want Casio and Jacob and co😂
casio x ap is kinda thing tho
@@angelvalle9963i laughed too
Invicta already does that 🙃😉
As a watch guy who hates snobbery and is also in marketing/branding, you’re an instant subscribe. I appreciate your business acumen, straight up review, and down to earth commentary. And now I sound like an old dude discovering UA-cam for the first time 😂
You've missed one of the main points - in the run up to the launch date they said they would make the watches available to purchase online but then they went back on that promise. I don't want to drive 150 miles to a store, only to find out that they don't have the model in stock that I want. But now I know the watch is not worth the money, so I'll forget it.
Just call and confirm on the store before going
When i saw the price tag on the moonswatch, i looked down on my wrist, saw my army beaten, 6 year old g shock, and remembered why i dont need anything other then casio
Just got a moonswatch. I am not looking to army beat my watch
A perfect storm really. Props for Swatch for doing this and causing the entire watch market to explode. Rolex, AP, PP, etc...have never had drop go this nuts and achieve that much attention. Swatch tapped into the average man/kid/woman group and caught lightning in a bottle.
Jesus Christ, the guy spoke for so long WITHOUT really talking about the watch
Ive had one since around launch... it's very fun to wear. Also much more durable than what Ive been hearing online. The plastic case holds up surprisingly well to scratches and Ive had zero issues with it so far after wearing it 1-2 times a week.
Same. I press the buttons all the time.
It's a rotation watch, not a beater. You just have a red watch for your red shirt. (You wear a G-shock with your yellow one)
See they learn.. They are selling these colorful watches as omega now :) They might soon switch to limited number drop model like the fast fashion brands... Can't wait for rotary to try this and fail.. :)
Im still annoyed by the release. They said they were going to sell them online. Then, went back on it and unless you are near a dealer, no chance with out a premium
You beat me by a few minutes. Was ready to buy one; had a few other Swatches in my shopping cart ready to buy once the Moonswatch was available. Not only wouldn’t I buy one now if the Swatch person came to my door, I’m disinclined to consider Longines or Omega to add to my collection. They really f’d up by trying to keep it exclusive forever - it’s a plastic marketing watch.
In my opinion it is definitely not worth it if it is a watch you want to wear. They are extremely cheaply made. I was traveling to an area near a dealer and made a special trip out of my way to buy the Mission to Mercury. I was extremely disappointed once I saw it is person on how cheaply it was made. If it was $50 buck maybe I’d buy one knowing it can’t get much wrist time. But definitely not spending near $300 for something I will never be able to wear without fear it will fall apart.
Its fucking ridicilous people going crazy over a happy meals toy. I wouldnt buy it even if it was 10 bucks. I mean ı get it cool design but quality is non existent lol.
@@dmoneydmoney6050Hush now. Dont let nico hear you.
@@burakcangur3407but have you owned one to make that opinion?
I bought my Jupiter around half a year ago and it is gorgeous. Had to adjust the pointers with the pusher-combo once but now it is running reliable ever since.
I’m not sure where the reliability question comes from, first, I’ve been collecting Swatch since ‘84 and every watch still works, no problems to this day, yes a few bands needed replacing but not one watch has failed. As for all people reporting issues, as someone that deals with warranty repairs every day I would love to know the number of watches sold to the number with failures, every company knows a certain % will fail that they cover under warranty, and people complaining get more attention than all the ones that just work. Whether it’s worth the money or isn’t an omega I don’t really care, but swatch quality in the nearly 40 years I’ve been collecting is 100% success rate.
The moonswatches are brilliant in many different aspects. Quality is as you’ve pointed out not one of them. My son and I visited Seoul earlier this year when we noticed some strange event taking place. People where forming a line outside, apparently something was about to happen. It turned out to be the line for a special Swatch event. We joined the line and ended up buying two mission to the moonshine pink gold watches. I treasure it.
It's valuable cause you made a nice memory with your son. No matter what anyone says about the value or quality of a watch it is priceless now. Many years along the way your son may get the original omega moon watch or another luxary expensive item. But this one will always hold it's value along with the memories..
I own two Rolex watches and one Patek... Omega was never a consideration for me until I heard about the MoonSwatch... Then I learned more about Omega and the speedmaster because of the buzz... Now I'm madly in love with the speedmaster over the Daytona design. Investment wise I want a Daytona next but actually on my wrist I want the speedmaster design
It went the opposite way for me. I had an appointment booked to view and possibly purchase a Speedmaster, then the Moonswatch dropped and I felt that it had severely cheapened the Omega brand. Therefore I cancelled the appointment.
I think that this is a smart move for the big brands, even though they have to somehow "spend" their prestige if, as you said, they're able to convert 5% directly to their brand that's already a huge win. But if someone doesn't feel like buying the "main" version of that watch but still interested in watches, is one more wrist, maybe someone who started with a MoonSwatch will end up with an AP, and maybe if there was a colab as you suggested (Casio x AP) someone who started there would end up with an Omega. This is good for the watch market, period.
Well, I think it’s a double kill here. Those guys who couldn’t justify the price of Omega would be super happy with getting a Swatch collab and those who had money but never considered getting one finally saw an opportunity to test an affordable version and make up their mind. It’s a double hit for Swatch/Omega. This campaign brought more clients to both branches.
Yes thats really smart !
It's true, even for me. Until I actually held the MoonSwatch in my hands at the Champs-Élysées Swatch store, ready to buy. It's so flimsy and double the price it should be. The extra $130 is only for the Omega logo, which while cool, it's 100% Omega marketing and 0% Omega quality. Nico is right, the MoonSwatch FEELS that it wouldn't last 3 years on wrist. I got the Swatch X Dragon Ball Z Goku Kamesennin watch instead.
Great video Nico. It was a genius move by Swatch to collaborate with Omega. The watch world went crazy over the release and I think it brought new people to like watch collecting. Keep up the great content. Lots of love from Australia. Abs
ITS NOT A COLLABORATE!! IS ONLY 1 ENTERPRISE: "GRUPO SWATCH"
So I actually have one of these (I got the Jupiter one in Germany a few months ago). I know it’s not really an omega and is essentially a marketing ploy but for me personally it’s one of the best watches I have ever had. It’s light, comfy, simple. It’s great. It serves a purpose. The real issue with these watches is people buying up the stock in stores and flogging them for twice the price online!
I think stock is opening up, at least in Edmonton, Alberta. They have stock of all watches except the neptume and moonshine gold for the last few weeks now. I ended up getting the Mission to the Moon and Saturn for myself. Love the watch, hate the strap lol.
do your moonswatch still ok or is it already have problem as Nico mentioned? (sorry for bad english, not my first language)
I'm with Nico on this. I passed the Moonswatch as I do not think it is worth the cost but my main issue is the first part of your comment. Even at MSRP, this watch is terrible, and most people can do a LOT better for way cheaper price, better material and have a good looking watch. it is an "okay" collaboration but in truth, the Moonswatch is dogshit and a scam.
So far so good on the reliability front (don’t want to jinx it 😂) . Actually really agree with the strap comment though
@Tseuq4gninaem but to be fair, a lot of colors are amazing, i wish there were actual speedmasters in those colors
My sons love of watches came from me buying the mission to mars. Now he’s reading all the books I have on omega Rolex patek and AP and knows their history. I love what this watch has done to start his journey
Sure
i remember getting a swatch from some watch store in the bahamas while on a family cruise around 1992 probably, at 10 years old and thinking i was the coolest mother fucker in school because i had this super thin, colorful fancy watch now. granted i was clearly already the coolest motherfucker in school but the swatch just elevated me to a more god tier status. i probably have that thing packed away in some old box in my parents attic or basement too. should dig around for it some day. also i like the swatch moonwatches because theyre fun and pretty affordable if you can get at msrp.
The important take away with this which Nico finally pointed out is how a real powerhouse Swatch was and still is, something that most of the moonswatch content here on youtube fail to acknowledge
Its so kind from nico to wait this much time before talk about the moonswatch knowing the influence he has on the watch world. Good job mate
From someone who owns a speedy. I LOVE the Moonswatches. I do a lot of outdoor activities, riding motorcycles, snowboarding, hiking, lifting, rollerblading, etc. There are definitely times where I feel hesitant to wear my Speedmaster. But now that Swatch came out with the Moonswatches, I wear those when I’m doing more physical/riskier activities and the Speedmaster for work and casual days.
I like Moonswatches enough that I ended up buying 3 of them. Mission to the Moon, Mercury, and Moon Phase.
They’re the perfect beater watch.
in 22 I qued up and got me a sun - one of like 120 the shop got. Queue was estimated to be 4000-5000 people over here in Frankfurt
To me, the colorful moon watch is worth to buy as it represents one of the most iconic watch in the man history. Anyway, this plastic moon watch is for fun and weekends wearing, it may last much longer time if there are a few of fun watches to rotate.
FairPlay Nico. It’s nice to hear about something that is relatively connected to Omega be talked about on Nico’s channel even if it’s just the moonswatch
The Mission to Jupiter was the first one that caught my eye when these came out, due to the khaki dial/black strap combination and contrasting orange seconds and chronograph hands. I have a thing for muted earth/warm tones for my watches as they sort of give off a vintage-y vibe, but ultimately never got a Moonswatch. I like that you have the exact colourway!
Love this video format, would love to see more!! I think people will appreciate learning more about the business that creates the watchs they want! Great job guys!
My dad got me my first watch which he happened to be right place at the right time and got me an mercury moonswatch…I love it, I’m now on a mission😉to collect as many as I can ✌🏼
Very, very good video, mista! Initially, I wanted to buy the whole collection. After initial failure because I was not nearby any swatch boutique, I gave up. By no means buying a premium price for dishonest flippers. I decided finally and bought a Speedmaster 3861 brand-new flesh and bone. I am much more than happier.
Because of the name brand and price point, it's a gateway watch. It will grow the watch community. For that it's a great thing.
I love the high energy fun videos but just letting your knowledge spill out and dropping a super informative video like this was a great switch up that I truly enjoyed
I rock Jupiter, wife rocks Venus and I got my brother in law the moon
We love them. Watches are personal, if you like then go for it. Truthfully, $300 isn’t really an issue in my current financial situation and in a few years I’ll pick up a proper Omega, but for now what more could I ask? The watch has already created a friendship and is a great story piece. If it only lasts 2 years I won’t really care, it’s already paid dividends.
I love the ones the ones I picked up for the wife and myself. I have always loved Omega as a brand, and Swatch wasn't something I would normally look at. But the colab was something I couldn't pass up. Plus the wife loves her watch and will never get rid of it
NOT A COLAB!!!
I remember going to King of Prussia mall in PA (the only Swatch boutique around that wasn't in NYC), and there was a line all the way to the door of the mall, before they had even opened the mall itself. Within 5 minutes of my arrival, security came around to those of us at the back third of the line, saying sorry all the watches had been spoken for. So I go off further into the mall, passing the rest of the line, and saw that about of the first 30 people in line, almost all of them were clearly on their phones, setting up ebay listings....the majority of the boutique's watches all went to resellers, who within 30 minutes of posting those listings, already had bids for the Mission to the Moon, and Mercury as high as $1500. I've never been able to find another Moonswatch that wasn't going for at least 2x retail. Utterly killed my desire for one. Especially after hearing that people were posting about the thing breaking on them, or the acrylic crystal being so soft, that if the thin cardboard lips of the box brushed against it, as you opened the box, it would scratch the hell out of the watch.
I was lucky enough to purchase the mission to the moon earlier this year while I was in Venice. I have enjoyed this watch and have taken it with me on my travels. I’ve definitely put a few good scratches on the “crystal”. It’s definitely pricier than what it actually is but I’m not upset by my purchase. My grail watch is the 50th anniversary speed master. Id rate it a solid 7/10
what store in venice? and what was the price?
Could not agree more ! Back in the 80s/90s tag produced the f1 watch for around £100 which for many was the introduction to buying quality watches by building an affordable starting watch as you say many big name watch companies would benefit
I like it. Although it’s definitely an expensive swatch rather than a cheap omega. I think it’s a nice option if you’re not sold on a speedmaster or want something cheap to not worry about
Just got my mission to moon and my honest opinion is 1.change the straps around so the omega symbol is away from you. 2. keep it in your dresser or wherever and only wear it when youre going out. i almost ruined mine doing work around the house on the 2nd day. luckily the tool hit the velcro strap and not the watch face.
I got a headache with the zoom-in and zoom-out and couldn't got more then a 2 minutes before leaving ...👇
Didn't notice until you said, thanks
I own a mission to pluto, and tbh love it, it’s been almost a year and i wear it everyday, nothing fell off, besides the small scratches on the glass itself. It seems to hold on quite well.
Thinking of buying mission to Pluto, put a red strap on it. How is it holding up still? Hearing horrible stories about it, what’s you experience? 🙂
So basically: Great marketing, terrible watch 😀
the mrs has bought me mission to mercury today and im in love with it! and now after watching this video... keen to start making my own little collection! thanks Nico
I never got swept up in the Moonswatch hype, but I would absolutely jump over some barriers for a AP/Casio Collab! 😂
Hey
The moonswatch has got me into watches. I now have 3 swatches and a Garmin. Now saving for a Speedmaster... So.. You are spot on about what swatch/omega have done.. New wrists.
Great vid again.
I think it’s a cool little watch, but insane to me that people pay over retail for it
Insane to me that people even pay retail for it.
I'd pay 40$ tops for a plastic toy
I only have ever liked one watch in my entire life just because of this purple it transforming its dial to purple overtime, “life Dating back to 1978, this Rolex Oyster Perpetual Submariner 1608/8 is crafted entirely in 18k yellow gold. When it was first produced it had the blue bezel and matching blue dial configuration. However, over the years, it has transformed into the rich purple shade we see now. Which, along with the blue bezel, gold case and bracelet, and gold accents on the dial, it is a fantastic look. Adding to the distinct appeal are the nipple style hour markers that are found on gold vintage Submariners 1680/8. The bezel still includes the original luminescent pearl within the inverted triangle, while the Mercedes style hands are luminescent thanks to its tritium material.”
After chasing these for a year and spending a lot of time waiting outside the singapore swatch stores, I decided to get a Speedmaster-reduced (which I love) and a cheap fake moonswatch...which together cost me less than some of the ebay prices for a moonswatch
I think overall at retail they are fine. Slightly more expensive than the fancy(non-automatic) swatch's and they look cool. I think if you pay 1 CENT over retail you paid too much and if you can get one on sale even better. Unfortunately the blue one is always sold out though. I have the mission to earth one and its not bad. Good sporty watch for tooling around when i dont feel like wearing my gshock.
I got one because I love both omega and swatch. But honestly, he’s not wrong. I had to buy a new strap for mine and still only wear mine maybe 2-3 times a month. It’s a cool story, but it’s $260 to sit in my watch case and show people pictures. Which in all honesty, is also fun to do.
A proper CasiOak would be a legendary watch. I think the biggest hurdle there is what price point do you target? Casio already sells watches in the $1000+ market. If you make the jump to $2k or $3k there might be other watches that will hold value better, maybe that could fit in that category. Over $5k you start having some real options.
This video is 1.5 years too late 😂
I agree with this entire video 100% however I would add that I think the much smarter move would have been to make the moonswatch in the quality fitting with the price. Either leave as is and drop the price down to 50.00 or make it have the quality of a 250.00 watch. I think that would have built a much larger customer base for both brands. Also on the casio and AP collab that I wish would happen. I think it would be beyond genuis. It would bring AP to the masses and creat such brand awareness it would be as known as Rolex. Sure the conversion rate would not be massive however the conversion rate from non watch people to watch and would build their name
Review starts at 7:18 .. thank me later
Bought my first automatic after watching Nico. Loved the passion paired with the knowledge of the various brands, and their history.
I've been harping on about these watches and this very issue since the launch. Initially I was really excited that I could (would) get an Omega branded watch for around $350 AUD.
As living in rural Australia, Swatch stated they'd be available online and not having access to a Swatch "boutique", I thought awesome I can get one.
Then they ran out, and then they decided not to sell online, and then they decided to drip feed supply only through "selected boutiques" and this basically torpedoed my hopes of owning one.
In my opinion the cynical Rolexesque limiting of supply and cash grab that preceded the initial release has destroyed my desire to own what I believe is a really cool relatively affordable watch.
There is not a snowflakes chance in hell that I'm paying overs for one to the equally arsehole flippers online.
Lastly, as far as I'm concerned, Swatch and Omega can collectively get stuffed.
Just bought the Mission to Mercury and really like it. I own the Omega SMP300 as my only expensive watch and the Swatch as a playful and fun accessoire.
Peoples think that they are getting cheap Omega, but they are getting expensive Swatch
Quite late to the party, but I'm still a bit baffled by the reported lack of build quality on these things. I've owned quite a few standard and non-standard Swatch-watches (like the Scuba 200). But more importantly, I owned one of their first Irony chronos which was a gift from my then-girlfriend. She must've bought that thing for me in the late 90s (1996? 1997?) and I wore that watch as a daily for at least 10 years. At some point, it got downgraded to a holiday watch, but it did last until about 2014 when some of the movement's functions started to get wonky - probably due to internal wear and tear. The case, bracelet, crown/pushers and all that other stuff however were still totally fine after all those years. I also never had any real issues with any other, non-steel, Swatch models I've owned (and I did start wearing them as a kid/teen in the 1980s).
All of which is to say that, IMO, Swatch have always known how to build these things right and I do believe they generally last much longer than some folks think. So I don't think it's too far fetched to suspect that these mechanical defects out of the box on the Moonswatch were at least in part deliberate.
It's a watch you can't fix. Even a $20 Timex you can pop the back off. . . Even a MVMT
Swatch's are crap and you're supporting a company that's AGAINST the right to repair when you buy one of their products. No, absolutely not. Bad watch, bad company.
Nico, I love your channel and your reviews! As someone who is trying to start a new collection, what would you recommend as some must haves that are less than $300? I currently have an all black Casioak, an Invicta Pro Diver, and a Garmin Instinct. Would love some other recommendations or even a consideration for a giveaway to get me started down the right path. Keep up the great work and the honest reviews.
Nico, I first saw you on DDEs channel and now have been subbed for a little bit trying to learn more about the watch world and expand my "style" if you will. I've recently picked up a limited edition from IFL and prior to seeing this video I ordered the Omega x Swatch "snoopy" moonphase. Not that I am a big fan of snoopy, but I love the all black design and am hoping to keep it in rotation for some time. Fingers crossed it lasts.
Traveled to greece from Australia last week and had a 2 hour layover at Doha international airport. I couldn't believe how many of these things I saw on many and varied wrists. It's like everywhere I walked, I saw someone wearing one. Cut to yesterday, in Rome now and stumbled across a swatch shop while exploring the city. Now, in Australia we have only 1 swatch store. One!!!! In the entire country. When this was released over a year ago I wanted one. Couldn't get it because I live about 5000km from said shop.... so I just said oh well. Anyway.... the line up, still outside the Rome store for these things was silly. I waited....and I finally bought myself mission to moon. Love it. Yes, it's plastic, yes it's quartz, is it cool...fuk yea.
The buzz has still not died away. I think what ever gets people interested in watches can only be a good thing. Anyway...I'm happy... brilliant
Exactly! And many of these ppl I personally know have pateks etc...
Exactly and the ppl I know and the personalities i see Wearing them have haute horologie pieces like AP and pp's...i guess only the insecure are whining about it.tiny UA-cam minority who only wanna hear their own voices
Got a Mercury in my collection, its a nice watch. First thing I did though was to ditch the strap for a black stainless bracelet, looks far better. Not a watch you can hammer everyday for sure though, I managed to scratch the crystal within a few hours, polywatch and a screen protector sorted this.
It does feel cheap, you know you're wearing a Swatch and not a Omega.
Is it worth the money in my eyes? I agree with you, No its not but people are paying it. It's a sub £100 watch at heart but Swatch have played one hell of a game with the Moonswatch.
Proud of my moonswatch. Just passed by a swatch store and they happened to have it before a line formed. 5 mins in and out
I honestly love this kind of Nico Leonard videos where I just sit and learn about a watch or watch brand. More of these please.
Love this content. Watch history, culture and industry explained all in one video. Keep Up!
These types of collaborations should come out of their advertising budget. Keeping costs down and quality up.
I was lucky enough to be gifted a speedmaster from my wife on my wedding day. I’ve worn it everyday for almost 5 years. Now I have 2 toddlers who love to play with daddy’s watch. This is such a cool alternative that I’m happy to beat around for a fraction of the price. Yes from me. Great video Nico
I want my text notification sound to be Nico shouting ''OH I LOVE URANUS''!
Don’t normally like Nick’s videos, but I have to say that this calmer less vulgar, less sweary version is far more watchable. Thumbs up!
Fully agree!
I have colleagues who bought two. I see people wearing them at dance coffee shops. It’s a hype piece.
5:11 Nico loves watches.
Hublot is a watch.
Which means…
NICO LOVES HUBLOT WATCHES!!!
Better than an unboxing. The mother watcher is actually speaking his mind. So good.
I just bought the Pluto mission a few hkirs before watching this video haha. I agree. The price is rather high for the quantity you get. But like this chap said, the legacy and marketing innovation that you get from this watch, is the main selling point for collectors? 🤷♂️ for me atleast, i bought it because it adaps well to my fashion. But also, it carries a strong legacy.
Completely agree. I bought a moonshine after market. Luckily, only paid £40 over list, but I did think it was a fake when it arrived. Complete waste of money.
Hello Nico, what is your opinion on cheap aliexpress watches? Not talking about replicas or fake versions of famous brands, but original watch brands
My daily is a swatch. It was only like $80 and just caught my eye. It's clean, simple, and I don't have to worry about it so it makes a awesome daily wear.
Swatch primary, had to look up what one it is.
Not the same, but Voutilainen, a brand usually sells watch in the $100-200k price range, collaborated with Schwarz-Etienne to create the $30k Roma Synergy.
Shhh he won't understand. 😂 He's a loudmouth 😂
I got a Chinese knockoff and next to the real thing there is no discernible difference “unless you’re an expert” but this doesn’t detract from my enjoyment of it and when it breaks, I only lost £25.
I was thinking of getting the Mission to Mercury. But your content really makes sense in terms of quality.
the moonswatch neptune is my first watch, and its what got me into watches. its a gift from my dad. and i love it
This is an incredible video Nico, good analysis and a great hypothesis with an honest conclusion. I got into the hype and finally got myself the mission to mars, I love it and it makes me want to get the speedmaster more. But I do agree with your points and I have to baby it most times. I really hope we get to see more content like this in the future!
7:40 me too buddy, in my place, many watches stores are selling them somewhere above 400 USD and that is just absolutely insane...
The closing is gold! Do I like it? "I absolutely love it" but your head gesture says otherwise..
the moonswatch is a good travel timepiece; if you're going to somewhere sketchy and dont mind "losing" your time piece.
I own a Moonswatch Saturn, it’s a cool little watch. Don’t overthink it, people are obsessed with buying watches to make a profit, just have a bit of fun for not alot of money.
Soooo coool that you wearing one.
I am from India and i cant afford Omega speedmaster as of right now but got two Moonswatch asbsolutely love it everysingle second and everyday.
I have to admit that I like the MoonSwatch a lot and I've been thinking about getting one since they first came out, but the low quality really dissuaded me from doing so. I actually went for a Seiko 5 Sports for the same price (€10 less actually). I love it.
Funny i was considering it too and went for a Seiko 5
2:47 sound like "Sail" song with lower key 😂. And I remember when the moonswatch was launch here in Malaysia, it was CRAZY asf. People swarm the store like flies on a poop
We need more of this style content from Nico! Very informative and right to the point.