I think the acrylic crystal adds to the vintage charm of the watch. I am glad they went with plastic crystal as opposed to mineral crystal. The dial is super gorgeous!
I own the blue one bought it last year and I could’ve sworn I saw the green one in stock and kind of regret not getting it sooner. The green is very stunning. I still love my blue and it has been my very first auto and it holds a special place in my collection. Now that the possibility of it not coming back again makes me want to hold onto it even more.
I just got one the other week. Swapped the strap for a lighter tan though. It’s lovely! I also got the Marlin with Californian dial to. Both look great
This is just me, but I cannot take Timex seriously. For me they will always be associated to the cheap, cheerful wilfully unreliable pin-lever watches I used to wear as a kid. In 1970s Italy they were marketed as kids' watches and the stigma has not worn off.
I bought a timex expedition because it was on clearance. It has become one of my very favorite field watches. I honestly love it way more than I thought I would.
@@allenmontrasio8962 Well, when I was a kid, Japanese cars were cheap little things for people who couldn't afford a real car. By the time I was in high school their prices were rivaling that of American cars and they were developing a reputation for being of much higher quality. I still refused to buy one because of that "stigma" that only existed in my head but clearly not in the view of the general public. When in my early 20s I traded my Camaro in for a Toyota MR2 (the original) and it was like getting out of a clunker into a Porsche. Timex is STILL cheap and cheerful but not unreliable. That's ok because that was always their selling point. Rolex, on the other hand, has gone from premium tool watch to expensive hood ornament that has outlived its usefulness. And I've had 2, one of the last Submariners with the hesalite crystal and a GMT Master about a decade later. I was sorry I sold off the Submariner and hated the soul-less thing the GMT Master had become. Timex, on the other hand (though I'm into Seikos and Omegas now) has maintained its original vision.
Probably gets too much love given the tat they knock out 95% of the time. Specs are always terrible for the price, there's always something glaringly wrong with every watch they release.
I did see a blue one on ebay for $259 USD. And a Pre-owned in near mint condition for $235. Just don't think I want to spend that much for a Timex?? 🤔 That green dial you have really looks nice Jody!
Timex may be a "budget" brand in some eyes, but like Citizen and Casio they make quality watches. I would rather wear a Timex Automatic than a Bulova quartz or MVMT or Fashion brands who up charge for branding with really poorly made Chinese watches. Watch lovers do like and respect Timex so you won't get laughed at for wearing one. if you like it buy one.
Reading the title I thought we were getting into the Blancpain x Swatch which I suppose you can technically buy either marked up 300% or by waiting in line for half a day.
I lean toward drop-dead. A looker! I normally have an automatic turn-off for Miyota 8, but that may be an overreaction - I got a bad one in a Laco Aachen...
I had the original Marlin hand wind when I was a kid seeing the display of Timex next to the clerk at the local drug store. The watch back then was sold for $25.00 -$35.00 USD. Cheers Jody!
I like what Timex has done recently, but I’m looking more that the Q Batman GMT. I will say, there appears to be availability of the Marlin 40mm in the US. Good luck if you’re hunting them now. Thanks for the great review, Jody, and reinforcing my affection for Timex!
I know it's not a great watch, but I got a Marlin with the Snoopy on it. Get some good comments about it when I wear it sometimes. Overpriced, but I still enjoy it.
I have two original 69-70 Marlins I inherited from my dad. I repaired one of them and upgraded the other to a Timex 21-jewel movement. For being over 50 years old they keep good time and look really good. Timex did a good job with this homage collection. I have a hard time with a plus-$200 price tag on a Timex. In my mind, Timex should rebrand these reissues under the Waterbury name and create a higher end brand while leaving the Timex brand to the lower/entry level/quartz/LCD market.
@@RexApplegate The Timex M24 and M72 movements are dimensionally and mechanically identical. I had a bad movement and was able to source an M72 replacement. Timex did issue repair manuals years ago. I would suggest removing the hands with hand levers and replacing them with presses. If you have additional complications (sweep second, day, date) confirm the replacement supports those features. It really is a simple upgrade if you take your time and source the right part. Took me about an hour.
I like my lower spec Expedition Metals a lot but Timex's higher simply don't warrant their extra price IMHO. Don't get me wrong i want their watches to bet worth it but they always miss the mark that all of the Ali's brands in that price range seem to be able to hit, and the fact that Timex is making their watches in China as well tells me this is a conscious decision.
This model does look nice, especially with the large acrylic crystal. I'm not sure that I like the black framed numerals. It's very characteristic, but they sort of stick out visually without much relation to the other hour markers and no visual structure on the dial to guide the eyes. Still, I like how much identity this design has. The strap really holds this back. I think it clearly demands a more premium strap. Knowing Timex, I'm guessing the refinement of finishing isn't quite that ideal, perhaps some sharp edges and less alluring surfaces.
Unusually it's not the availability being an issue over here in the UK as I've just been on their website, sure it's pretty but it all comes down to price and I would not pay £200 for this, it's way over-priced.
I found this watch on Amazon through a third party seller at regular retail. I really like the dial, which is a retro classic and in the right light the satin starburst green 🍏 is quite unusual under that massive acrylic dome.
I have a hard time thinking Timex and not thinking quartz too. I know they produce automatic watches but it always feels like a surprise when I see one
Its the acrylic that gave it such true wonderful vintage feeling. In a couple yaers I promise you a saphire is not something that is conciderd better then acrylic. Acrylic will the premium sellection. Saphire is hell if you get a scratch and it has it constant maintenance remowing fat fingerprints and dust particles
Timex was my first “brand” purchase. A nice looking Marlin with a silver case and gold markers, hands and crown. The lack of specs has meant its wrist time has dropped to almost zero. That and the loudest rotor you will ever see and hear. Sapphire and applied logo, a framed date window and better loom, all at the same price would give it more wrist time and I would probably add a few more to my collection. I feel the same way about the watch you reviewed. Great vid. Love my Saturday morning coffee with JOMW! Merci.
I got one a couple years back at the initial release mainly because it was advertised to be a 1969 homage design, and that's my birth year. I think I paid about $200 Canadian on a sale. Far from the best piece I own, but it's got nostalgic value.
Seems available for $259 at Timex usa? Anyway nice watch love how they did the numerals. This is what the Bambino shoul do - acrylic over domed mineral imo
Love the dial color a lot. A lot. I am very happy though with the tiny reissue I have in gold tone and silver dial. Thanks for another awesome video sir
I've been looking for the Marlin chronograph panda for weeks, and haven't found anywhere in stock in Southeast Asia. I hope they'll restock it soon & not scalp-ed
Just bought one yesterday directly from Timex UK with intro discount, so not too bad. Just to keep me going until my Erebus Ascent with aventurine dial turns up y'understand 😉👍.
I just bought a Timex all-black Expedition field watch expecting to return it. It’s fantastic & hits all the marks I wanted from a Hamilton Khaki .. at a fraction of the price. Very much now in my wrist wrotation
As a collector or nice watches I can say I have overlooked Timex over and over again without meaning to. I think they have some really lovely looking watches. I would love to see how nice a watch they could make at the top of their game.
The 38mm Orient Bambino is cheaper, classier looking and with an arguably better movement, there is also the new Baltic HMS 003 with the newer Miyota 8315, I don't see what the fuss is all about this one - nice case shape, if a little large but those applied/illegible markers I find horrible.
Great job as always. Love the retro font. Just another example that one can have a lot of fun in our hobby w/o spending a lot. Dark blue variant is available in the US. I’m not a green fan so that would be my choice.
Too many “Cons”, not enough “Pros” to warrant its cost. Are they hopping on the up-pricing bandwagon? Stay true to your roots Timex, simple time keeping and economical. 🇨🇦👍
The blue is also tempting, with a touch of teal about it. But the green can be had at normal price depending on where you are. Their colorways are limited runs however. My burgundy Marlin isn’t sold new. I like these chunky 40mm cases but they’re sorta phoning it in … 38 would be better IMO.
As this very nice watch doesn’t seem to be available anymore. There is a very similar looking but pricier alternative…the new Oris Artelier S, also with a very attractive forest green sunburst dial. And rather tasty it is too 😉
I had one, wore it a few times, but it was so inaccurate, i sold it. Never really wore it. The dial is nice though, but i found it 1-2mm too large too.
Well apparently people are buying this watch. I don’t like the framed numerals, or watches with ghost positions so no problem that availability is scarce.
When is it ok to sell a $49 watch for $499? When it's a "vintage reissue". The Miyota 8215 is a dinosaur that was introduced in 1977 making it almost a contemporary of the original watch. And it's not even an in-house movement! Push-pull crown is lame. Only the most hardcore horologists are going to want a plastic crystal over something that won't scratch when you breath on it. I'm surprised the case isn't plated! There is nothing at all that would keep Timex from using what we've learned over the last 50 years about materials science to put out a good watch that also pays respect to their back catalog. A funky retro vibe that may or may not be desirable in two years shouldn't be enough to move this thing.
Good looking timepiece! IMHO, the price seems to be too high for what you get. And then there's the fact that it is "unavailable right now". I mean, if Timex offered this stunning timepiece at $5.00 but if it is not in stock it doesn't do me any good now does it??? Please forgive my "rant" here but, it seems all too often that this "unavailability" thing is happening!! Makes me feel like they are just "jerking my chain" around. Doesn't seem like there are a whole lot of options available...even THOSE are "unavailable right now"!!
I never thought you would do a video about a Timex! Not because they aren’t good watches, but because that’s the brand I wear and I never thought I could afford to wear a “Jody approved” watch brand. 😢
@@JustOneMoreWatch Haha, forgot about those! I had a Casio in the 90's that brought up the local time in cities from all the world. You programmed the cities you wanted and there were all the different time zones at the press of a button. It was nice, but I never did figure out how to program it correctly.
I think the acrylic crystal adds to the vintage charm of the watch. I am glad they went with plastic crystal as opposed to mineral crystal. The dial is super gorgeous!
Timex and Citizen are doing great at the moment, making amazing watches for good prices. Thanks Jody 👍🏽
I own the blue one bought it last year and I could’ve sworn I saw the green one in stock and kind of regret not getting it sooner. The green is very stunning. I still love my blue and it has been my very first auto and it holds a special place in my collection. Now that the possibility of it not coming back again makes me want to hold onto it even more.
I just got one the other week. Swapped the strap for a lighter tan though. It’s lovely! I also got the Marlin with Californian dial to. Both look great
Timex is a brand that doesn't get enough love from the enthusiast community, they have great watches, and more heritage than many luxury brands.
And imo they can compete with some of the better Ali Express brands in a similar price range.
This is just me, but I cannot take Timex seriously. For me they will always be associated to the cheap, cheerful wilfully unreliable pin-lever watches I used to wear as a kid. In 1970s Italy they were marketed as kids' watches and the stigma has not worn off.
I bought a timex expedition because it was on clearance. It has become one of my very favorite field watches. I honestly love it way more than I thought I would.
@@allenmontrasio8962 Well, when I was a kid, Japanese cars were cheap little things for people who couldn't afford a real car. By the time I was in high school their prices were rivaling that of American cars and they were developing a reputation for being of much higher quality. I still refused to buy one because of that "stigma" that only existed in my head but clearly not in the view of the general public. When in my early 20s I traded my Camaro in for a Toyota MR2 (the original) and it was like getting out of a clunker into a Porsche. Timex is STILL cheap and cheerful but not unreliable. That's ok because that was always their selling point. Rolex, on the other hand, has gone from premium tool watch to expensive hood ornament that has outlived its usefulness. And I've had 2, one of the last Submariners with the hesalite crystal and a GMT Master about a decade later. I was sorry I sold off the Submariner and hated the soul-less thing the GMT Master had become. Timex, on the other hand (though I'm into Seikos and Omegas now) has maintained its original vision.
Probably gets too much love given the tat they knock out 95% of the time. Specs are always terrible for the price, there's always something glaringly wrong with every watch they release.
It should have a 36mm variant...imo
I did see a blue one on ebay for $259 USD. And a Pre-owned in near mint condition for $235. Just don't think I want to spend that much for a Timex?? 🤔 That green dial you have really looks nice Jody!
Timex may be a "budget" brand in some eyes, but like Citizen and Casio they make quality watches. I would rather wear a Timex Automatic than a Bulova quartz or MVMT or Fashion brands who up charge for branding with really poorly made Chinese watches. Watch lovers do like and respect Timex so you won't get laughed at for wearing one. if you like it buy one.
Beautiful watch for sure. Hope no one is overpaying for one though. People do some crazy things because of FOMO. Thanks for showing us the watch!
Love my Q and Waterbury and added the Marlin to my wish list yesterday. Guess I'll have to wait!
Reading the title I thought we were getting into the Blancpain x Swatch which I suppose you can technically buy either marked up 300% or by waiting in line for half a day.
I lean toward drop-dead. A looker! I normally have an automatic turn-off for Miyota 8, but that may be an overreaction - I got a bad one in a Laco Aachen...
Stunning shade of green.
Thanks for the information about the disappearing numerals, I was almost seriously considering this one.
I had the original Marlin hand wind when I was a kid seeing the display of Timex next to the clerk at the local drug store. The watch back then was sold for $25.00 -$35.00 USD. Cheers Jody!
I like what Timex has done recently, but I’m looking more that the Q Batman GMT. I will say, there appears to be availability of the Marlin 40mm in the US. Good luck if you’re hunting them now. Thanks for the great review, Jody, and reinforcing my affection for Timex!
Heaps for sale here in Australia
I know it's not a great watch, but I got a Marlin with the Snoopy on it. Get some good comments about it when I wear it sometimes. Overpriced, but I still enjoy it.
I have two original 69-70 Marlins I inherited from my dad. I repaired one of them and upgraded the other to a Timex 21-jewel movement. For being over 50 years old they keep good time and look really good. Timex did a good job with this homage collection. I have a hard time with a plus-$200 price tag on a Timex. In my mind, Timex should rebrand these reissues under the Waterbury name and create a higher end brand while leaving the Timex brand to the lower/entry level/quartz/LCD market.
What kind of movement? Sounds like something I might want to do to mine.
@@RexApplegate The Timex M24 and M72 movements are dimensionally and mechanically identical. I had a bad movement and was able to source an M72 replacement. Timex did issue repair manuals years ago. I would suggest removing the hands with hand levers and replacing them with presses. If you have additional complications (sweep second, day, date) confirm the replacement supports those features. It really is a simple upgrade if you take your time and source the right part. Took me about an hour.
I like my lower spec Expedition Metals a lot but Timex's higher simply don't warrant their extra price IMHO. Don't get me wrong i want their watches to bet worth it but they always miss the mark that all of the Ali's brands in that price range seem to be able to hit, and the fact that Timex is making their watches in China as well tells me this is a conscious decision.
This model does look nice, especially with the large acrylic crystal. I'm not sure that I like the black framed numerals. It's very characteristic, but they sort of stick out visually without much relation to the other hour markers and no visual structure on the dial to guide the eyes. Still, I like how much identity this design has. The strap really holds this back. I think it clearly demands a more premium strap. Knowing Timex, I'm guessing the refinement of finishing isn't quite that ideal, perhaps some sharp edges and less alluring surfaces.
Unusually it's not the availability being an issue over here in the UK as I've just been on their website, sure it's pretty but it all comes down to price and I would not pay £200 for this, it's way over-priced.
I found this watch on Amazon through a third party seller at regular retail. I really like the dial, which is a retro classic and in the right light the satin starburst green 🍏 is quite unusual under that massive acrylic dome.
I have a hard time thinking Timex and not thinking quartz too. I know they produce automatic watches but it always feels like a surprise when I see one
Its the acrylic that gave it such true wonderful vintage feeling. In a couple yaers I promise you a saphire is not something that is conciderd better then acrylic. Acrylic will the premium sellection. Saphire is hell if you get a scratch and it has it constant maintenance remowing fat fingerprints and dust particles
38mm Bambino wins this category, surely? In any case both colours appear in stock on the UK Timex site.
I bought the Timex & Hodinkee Skindiver great watch 👍
I have this watch. Can the crystal be changed to something a bit more durable/scratch proof?
Beautiful green dial
Timex was my first “brand” purchase. A nice looking Marlin with a silver case and gold markers, hands and crown. The lack of specs has meant its wrist time has dropped to almost zero. That and the loudest rotor you will ever see and hear. Sapphire and applied logo, a framed date window and better loom, all at the same price would give it more wrist time and I would probably add a few more to my collection. I feel the same way about the watch you reviewed. Great vid. Love my Saturday morning coffee with JOMW! Merci.
JODI - do you review obsolete watches ? The second hand older watch market is extensive. .
I have the snoopy World War I flying ace Version of this watch I bought it used. I felt like I got a deal at $100.
I got one a couple years back at the initial release mainly because it was advertised to be a 1969 homage design, and that's my birth year. I think I paid about $200 Canadian on a sale.
Far from the best piece I own, but it's got nostalgic value.
I grew up with Timex during their "junkie" watch era. Not on my shopping list.
Strange. Via their Canada website it is regularly available. They intermittentlyhave 10-20% discounts.
You’re the boss! Always coming up with the best dream watches. All these brands owe you for taking them here and beyond
I grew up in the 80s. Everybody back then had a Timex Quartz as a kid. Glad to see they are still around.
Maybe it depends on where you were brought up, but here back in the 1980s everyone had a Casio LCD Digital (I was born in 1969)
Seems available for $259 at Timex usa? Anyway nice watch love how they did the numerals. This is what the Bambino shoul do - acrylic over domed mineral imo
What about with the salmon dial?
It looks georgeous too!
Oh that Timex fellow….I like the cut of his jib…
I think 38mm would be ideal
Those macros are amazing. Great photography here.
Love the dial color a lot. A lot. I am very happy though with the tiny reissue I have in gold tone and silver dial. Thanks for another awesome video sir
Just what I wanted - a watch with 4 date windows.
I think it's a really cool watch and I think it would look gorgeous on a really nice deep(?) brown or claret leather strap🤔👍
For a Timex it’s a great looking retro watch. I would consider buying one.
Jody! My Traska Commuter arrived today and I couldn't be happier. Cheers dude!
I've been looking for the Marlin chronograph panda for weeks, and haven't found anywhere in stock in Southeast Asia. I hope they'll restock it soon & not scalp-ed
Just bought one yesterday directly from Timex UK with intro discount, so not too bad. Just to keep me going until my Erebus Ascent with aventurine dial turns up y'understand 😉👍.
Your damn right, 500 for an 8k series is definitely too much.(nice bit o' leather though)
Just brought a Marlinwatch MK4..not seen it on your videos.What do you thin
I just bought a Timex all-black Expedition field watch expecting to return it. It’s fantastic & hits all the marks I wanted from a Hamilton Khaki .. at a fraction of the price. Very much now in my wrist wrotation
I have the Blue version of this watch. Found it from an international seller for $200 USD new. Pretty decent watch for the price, dial is lovely
I really like watches with the retro look
As a collector or nice watches I can say I have overlooked Timex over and over again without meaning to. I think they have some really lovely looking watches. I would love to see how nice a watch they could make at the top of their game.
I'm surprised that you didn't mention the California dial variant.
Won't consider Timex unless they offer sapphire. Most of them seem like disposable items to me.
I hope you get the chance to review the Timex Giorgio Galli S2.
There's a silver dial one on ebay UK for £149 right now...
A Miyota 8215 with a display caseback? I fully expect to be able to hear the kittens of rotor noise.
Not a dress watch fan..but that dial In the right light looks awesome
this is so elegant! Love it
The 38mm Orient Bambino is cheaper, classier looking and with an arguably better movement, there is also the new Baltic HMS 003 with the newer Miyota 8315, I don't see what the fuss is all about this one - nice case shape, if a little large but those applied/illegible markers I find horrible.
Great job as always. Love the retro font.
Just another example that one can have a lot of fun in our hobby w/o spending a lot.
Dark blue variant is available in the US. I’m not a green fan so that would be my choice.
I'd rather have their Gallo 1. People from Dundee however don't want anything to do with Timex anymore.
Its a great looking watch thats been on my radar for a little while now. Ive seen a review with a brown leather strap that takes it up a level. ❤
Am i missing something, seems to be in stock on thr Australian website.
Too many “Cons”, not enough “Pros” to warrant its cost. Are they hopping on the up-pricing bandwagon? Stay true to your roots Timex, simple time keeping and economical. 🇨🇦👍
Happened with the Q Timex Chronograph as well
Beautiful watch but too much expensive when buy at full price with a Miyota 8215 and acrylic glass. But the design is really pretty !
Its a pretty watch for sure, but I would love it in 38mm.
The blue is also tempting, with a touch of teal about it. But the green can be had at normal price depending on where you are.
Their colorways are limited runs however. My burgundy Marlin isn’t sold new.
I like these chunky 40mm cases but they’re sorta phoning it in … 38 would be better IMO.
Bulova has a similar watch (96A242) with better spec. Slightly smaller than this watch as well.
I would have loved to get my hands on the older dark green Marlin.
For that price I'd rather fork up a little bit more and get one of those 50 fathoms swatch watches because they are just cool
Oh my God, all they had to do was 38 mm!
The S. B. Foote straps is the best stock leather strap on watches in this price range.
It I'd look lovely with a champagne dial almost like a vintage omega
Just got a California Dial Marlin 40mm automatic on the official Italian website, for 99Eur right now :)
As this very nice watch doesn’t seem to be available anymore. There is a very similar looking but pricier alternative…the new Oris Artelier S, also with a very attractive forest green sunburst dial. And rather tasty it is too 😉
I had one, wore it a few times, but it was so inaccurate, i sold it. Never really wore it. The dial is nice though, but i found it 1-2mm too large too.
Timex does so nice watches. Got several expansive watches but loooove to wear my Timex Q….but Timex is so much more than the Q….really nice watches 👍🏻
yikes that price and then only getting acrylic glass
Well apparently people are buying this watch. I don’t like the framed numerals, or watches with ghost positions so no problem that availability is scarce.
It's a nice looking watch....but is definitely a heart over head purchase....🏴⌚🏴⌚
I bet that the date wheell is still there
That would not surprise me.
It’s available on the site right now. Maybe just the American one though.
When is it ok to sell a $49 watch for $499? When it's a "vintage reissue". The Miyota 8215 is a dinosaur that was introduced in 1977 making it almost a contemporary of the original watch. And it's not even an in-house movement! Push-pull crown is lame. Only the most hardcore horologists are going to want a plastic crystal over something that won't scratch when you breath on it. I'm surprised the case isn't plated! There is nothing at all that would keep Timex from using what we've learned over the last 50 years about materials science to put out a good watch that also pays respect to their back catalog. A funky retro vibe that may or may not be desirable in two years shouldn't be enough to move this thing.
Lovely colour , I like it
Your audio is low Jodi.
The new timex releases are amazing!
FYI, its in stock on the Timex US site ATM
Strange, $259 USD,$220 after 15% subscription. Both blue and green in stock and available direct from Timex.
Would be a €3000 watch with a better movement and Glasshütte Original on the dial.
It’s in stock at Timex UK for £225!
Plenty of these for sale in Australia
Good looking timepiece! IMHO, the price seems to be too high for what you get. And then there's the fact that it is "unavailable right now". I mean, if Timex offered this stunning timepiece at $5.00 but if it is not in stock it doesn't do me any good now does it??? Please forgive my "rant" here but, it seems all too often that this "unavailability" thing is happening!! Makes me feel like they are just "jerking my chain" around. Doesn't seem like there are a whole lot of options available...even THOSE are "unavailable right now"!!
I like my timex easy reader watch ⌚ classic.
Thanks buddy.
Too big for me and the chrome bars over and under the numbers ruin the dial IMO.
I never thought you would do a video about a Timex! Not because they aren’t good watches, but because that’s the brand I wear and I never thought I could afford to wear a “Jody approved” watch brand. 😢
But Jody Approved Casios start at $10!?! Enjoy your Timex!
@@JustOneMoreWatch Haha, forgot about those! I had a Casio in the 90's that brought up the local time in cities from all the world. You programmed the cities you wanted and there were all the different time zones at the press of a button. It was nice, but I never did figure out how to program it correctly.
I like the one with the controversial California dial
34mm is just too small, they should offer something like 37 and 40