Top 7 Affordable Alternative Chronographs To The Omega Speedmaster In 2022 - $100 To Luxury Watches
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 21 พ.ค. 2022
- In today's video we return to a Gentry favorite concept that first debuted on this channel in 2014, with a long overdue update on affordable non-homage alternatives to one of the most iconic chronographs of all time-the Omega Speedmaster. Perhaps you fancy something that's a little more low-key, or a watch that's a bit more fun and flamboyant? Or maybe you just want something that's less predictable. This video has you covered, from low cost and functional options to luxury vintage sweet spots on the used market. We'll take a look at watches made famous in movies, off the radar cult favorites, masterpieces of industrial design, and space proven watches that have truly been in the stratosphere-and that you can actually own. Join me for a return to a classic Gentry format, and don't forget to add your suggestions and nominations in the comments. Let's help out as many watch enthusiasts as we can with some great options for those with an itch for a Speedy, or something even better.
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I was pretty disgusted when Omega decided to charge 1000 dollars for 15 dollars worth of saphire crystal.
Bro, don’t forget about the AR coating.
I love how your channel is all about enthousiasts and not about commerce. Not an ad in sight. Just sheer informative and fun watch talk.
As a big fan of chronograph watches, this video really hits the spot. Your production value with the many macro shots show off these timepieces to their best advantage. The 22 minutes just flew by. Please keep up the excellent work. Cheers, Tim
I've only been following the channel for just under 1 year, but I love the content and your honest reviews of both affordable and luxury watches. You reawakened my own passion for watches. Thanks for the great content.
Congratulations on eight years. Your enthusiasm on watches is contagious.
I really loved this entire list! There is life outside Speedmasters. Sometimes the watch community is too rigid and do not enjoy the enormous variety of alternative models, and brands, in every price range. That video is a great reminder!! Well done TGV!
Thank you so much Henry, I deeply appreciate that.
Best regards,
TGV
I love my Steinhart Ocean One Vintage chronograph, it’s a homage piece to the Rolex cosmograph, it gets so much wrist time 😍
I’m still wearing my Bulova surfboard chrono everyday. It’s definitely worth every penny.
YESSSSSSS!!! I have a new profound respect for that brand and that watch too after the museum visit video.
Thank you Stephen, you have such a cool watch.
Best regards,
TGV
I also recently bought one and honestly it wears better than expected on my 6.5 inch wrist.
Lolz! I'm wearing my archaic 1971 Surfboard as I'm typing this! And I've watched TGV's recent Bulova Museum video several times. (I've also got a couple of Bulovas from the 1920's.)
Finally some recognition for the Citizen Promaster Tsuno. I've owned 2 of the Stainless Steel dial variations and the LE Super Titanium. This is an incredibly precision high quality timepiece and a worthy descendent of the 2100 chrono models. Great review UG!
Stunning production there and subject coverage of course. Thank you very much 🥂
Congrats on 8 years!! I love your channel please keep up the great work!
Greatly appreciate all you do sir. Thanks to you I am now a happy owner of a Squale 1521 which I love. Excellent video, love this format. Wishing you continued success - onward and upward. 🙏
Great list TGV as always! Can't wait to see the next list of Affordable Alternatives for 2022.
Just the video i was looking for! Thanks!
Great list of choices! Love these segments. Had no idea Fortis announced a watch for their movement tested in space, good stuff.
TGV the UG TH-cam intro is the only intro I don’t skip, in fact I drum with it. I love this channel!!
A good way to end a busy day, thank you TGV as always 👍
Thank you Dave,
Best regards,
TGV
The Nivada is genuinely a marvel considering its price range. Love the Speedtimer too, really do need to add one of those to my collection this year.
Omg! The Longines chronograph is stunning! Breitling, Fortis, Seiko, Bulova definitely get my attention as well. Thank you for another excellent video! What a great way to start the week.
Great to see this format back👍
Been following your channel for five years now. Always enjoy this genre of videos. Keep it up, TGV! 🥂
Thank you so much Manas, I could not do it without Gentry like you! Thank you for the support and inspiring words.
Onwards and upwards!
Best regards,
TGV
I missed this format. Since I can’t afford a Speedy it’s nice to see some interesting non-homage chronographs to take a look at. Nice video TGV.
I was just wondering when I would see. TGV video, can’t wait to watch this and I love these alternatives videos
Great video TGV, Ive been busy bingeing on watch content and then this just appeared! Still the best TGV. Love the Seiko Speed timer, in fact I had forgotten all about it lol. All the best from England
Thank you Barry!
Best regards,
TGV
Perfect way to end a weekend. Loving the Stoney TGV! 🦖
How awesome to get home after celebrating my 5th wedding anniversary this weekend and see a new upload by TGV! Love these old school Gentry topics. My pick would be the Lorier Gemini (which I think I recently mentioned in another comment), but I am very smitten by the Seiko Speedtimer Solar.
Thank you so much for this video. I've been seriously considering the Speedmaster lately thinking it is the missing part of my collection, a Chronograph. Seeing your list made me realize I do have the complete collection. The one you didn't mention (which I am sure there are plenty others out there) is the Tissot Seastar 1,000 Chronograph. Yes it's quarts driven, but I don't have to worry about another costly service, and the Seastar is extremely accurate! Its been one second fast when its time to reset for daylight savings time on or off.
1,000 feet of water resistance, Beautiful dive watch and a Chronograph.
I think I'll put the Seamaster on the winder tomorrow and enjoy the Tissot.
Congratulations on 8 years and thank you for all that you do!!!
I was actually just looking for an update video on this exact topic, thanks TGV
Yay 😀👍 Thank you, so glad to hear that.
Best regards,
TGV
I've owned a Straton Daily driver chronograph for almost 2 years and I am massively pleased with it! It has that vintage racing chrono a' la Hamilton or Breitling Top Time look for a fraction of the price. Straton is a great little indy watch company with wonderful customer service.
Great timing TGV, just picked up my Hamilton reverse panda blue. Such a great affordable watch and love all the heritage that comes with it. Didn’t think i could pull off a 40mm case so I’m well chuffed. Additionally nearly pulled the trigger on the Longines big Eye which i think is another great collectable piece IMO. 👍
Excellent look at wonderful alternatives. Thanks TGV! ❤ ⌚
You ARE the OG Bud! Thanks
Just bought a panda Hamilton as my first chronograph a few weeks ago and absolutely love it
Fantastic objective independent video. Thanks TGV. Still insightful today
Love those videos. 🥰
Nice finish also: hard to beat Tudor and Fortis.
Can't believe I missed this one... cheers again for for a great episode TGV... 🍷👏👍
knocked it out of park ,great video !
I just came across your channel and I love it. I’ve always wore gold jewelry since I was little kid. You really have some beautiful stuff. My brother stole all my stuff and pawned it so I can’t wait till I replenish my collection.
Just yesterday I fell in love with the Explorer 1 and now wstching your alternative videos. The Smiths Everest looks dangerously appealing 💪🙏
Great video TGV! Love the classiness of the Longines. If only that Bulova came in a smaller size!
Your timing TGV is impeccable Sir… connected in the cosmos. That Fortis is my new grail 🙏🏻
Maybe I'm a fanboy (correction, I am), but it makes me happy to watch this video and see the watch I'm currently wearing (Citizen Tsuno Bullhead in blue) featured. I didn't even know that you liked it! Love this watch, your videos, and your passion. Please keep it up. We all appreciate what you have done and continue to do for this hobby and community.
I love that you have (and show) all these historical books.
Can we all take a moment to appreciate the high quality editing on this video. Well done my friend 👍🏼
Ah, more Speedy vibes already on the channel, very nice. BTW, the friend who accompanied me when I bought my Speedy asked me afterwards how much more expensive a watch would have to be for me to prefer it over the Moonwatch. I had to think about it for a while, but right now there is none. At the moment there is literally no other watch I´d rather have than the Speedmaster, which is of course what a grail watch is all about. That doesn´t mean things can´t change in the future. 😋
Just one word about this video......Pure class!
I am a Big Fan of Breitling, but eben if you would talk just about boring Rolex - i would click the Video. Why? Because your Intros are so fantastic, such a great art. The composition of pictures and Sound ist absolutely PERFECT. Thank you for every single of the. THANK YOU!!!
I gave you an automatic thumbs up for maintaining that sweet intro!
Fantastic show TGV ps got another t shirt from your store just to say they are great quality keep up the great work
Every watch you showed was epic. Each time I thought the next one will not be so good... and then it was as good if not better. I agree with Fortis - stunning watch. Their design at the moment is surpassing everyone else.
I own the Longines Big Eye and absolutely love it!
Another fantastic video brother 👏 great alternatives 👍🏼
Last year I was shopping around for a Speedy alternative and I ended up settling on a Yema Speedgraf. Great vintage style chrono running a phenomenal automatic Seiko movement, reminds me of the CK2998 pulsometer Speedys. Only downside is it's a thick fella with a huge domed crystal too - probably wears alot like the new Black Bay Pro. Still, would recommend at the price.
8 years and going strong! I believe I speak for everyone here, we appreciate you TGV 😊
This should have been longer, great show. 👍🏴
Enjoyable as always. Original Hamilton chrono-matic at 37mm with a 41mm lug to lug wears quite nicely despite being tubby. Fortis really makes some stunning watches.
Never been much of a chrono fan but found this vid and the watches really interesting. Top quality work as always sir, can I ask where your opening theme tune comes from, it's brilliant as are the images(which I presume you created yourself). Keep the great content coming.
G'day from OZ! You were my first "go to" reviewer when I fell down the horology hole & into this new world several years ago. I have enjoyed your style, content, historical references & opinions TGV.......many thanks! Congratulations on 8 years celebrity & look forward to seeing the decade out with you.
I offer you a Microbrand as my choice of inexpensive mechanical Chronograph.... a brand with which you have already collaborated .....Lorier! I have their Gemini & have found it to be a truly great watch to wear. It's aesthetically beautiful & has the ( by now proven) Seagull ST19 movement. Only 30m WR but hey for under $500.00 i'm not complaining.
My first "big" watch purchase was a Cosmonauts Chronograph. I've never regretted it. The MSRP has nearly doubled since I bought mine, but I still feel it's a helluva lot of watch for the money, especially as compared to the Speedmaster.
Thanks for entertaining, teaching and enlightening me for last 8 years. Looking forward to hitting the decade with you sir! 🥂 Love the Hammy. I've still to buy a chronograph, although an Orient Panda 🐼 is never far from me pulling the trigger. Great video as always. Best of health to you, and have a great week to come. 👍
Thank you so much Chris. OMG a decade, can you imagine that?!?!? Love the Orient Panda news incidentally, I almost put it in but I wanted to make it a shorter video. The very best of health to you too! 😎🥂
Best regards,
TGV
I was actually looking at the Hamilton back in 2020, but found a deal on a speedy auto and jumped on it after watching one of your older videos 😍
Great informative video, thank you
A great chronograph brand that often gets overlooked is Hoffman Watches, their chronic remind me so much of the speedmaster and Tudor chronos and at an awesome price. Definitely recommend
I LOVE this video series. I have the Citizen Tsuno which is a bit of a weird and clunky one, but it’s incredibly fun and delightfully different.
I own one of the newer Seiko automatic Chronograph's. The problem with the smaller watches is simply that as you get older you can't see them. That's why I like Invicta chronographs they are much bigger watches with magnifier crystals. I also have many different automatic movements from Val's to ETA to Seiko's and even a few Rhonda r150's in my Invicta's. Great video as always and thanks for sharing. PS. I own maybe 5 large Lava Lights from back in the day.
Can't wait for a review of the Stratoliner when its in the studio!!! That's the watch I want when I retire
Currently in love with the new gen monte carlo. If I still am after this year I may need to make it my first chronograph. Great video tgv!
Hi TGV, Thank you for ALL your videos and sharing your knowledge and passion about watches, I really enjoy watching your channel. My boyfriend got me into watches and I also bought him some straps (from Holbens and Colareb). Your videos really helped on choosing a good and the right strap. I enjoy ALL your videos, not just the ones on watches and want to say a huge thank you for all the hard work and effort you put into your TH-cam content. I guess I fell into the rabbit hole, because I went from wearing no watch to now wearing 2 (CASIO Baby-G G-SQUAD BSA-B100-2AJF Ladies and Seiko SNKL 15 - white dial version of SNKL 23) which my boyfriend was so kind to buy for me :) and I already have a list of more watches I want to get someday=)
All the best wishes from a German, living in Canada ^^
Take care Ciao, Bis Bald, Bye
Love the Fortis. The new CEO and owner and his Team are incredible.
I discovered Fortis thanks to your videos dedicated to the brand. I am in love with the Cosmonaut with Lemania 5100. The job they have done with the new Stratoliner really deserves to keep following their developments. Among these watches I own the Lunar Pilot. Having a wrist of 16.5 cm, the Lunar Pilot scared me at first, but then my passion for space stories prevailed over fear (and I must say that I can wear it without seeing it too bulky on the wrist...but perhaps it is always the passion for space stories that convinces me that it is smaller on the wrist haha). Great video, as always, Tristano!
So happy to hear that, thank you for sharing that. Excellent comment.
Best regards,
TGV
I am so glad to discover your channel! You may have a recommendation for a diver's watch for thin wrists (16.5cm)?
Remember commenting on a previous video. Truly believe the Orient panda should be included. Its just a absolutely stunning watch at an amazing price point. Love these videos.
Wouldn't this be a perfect collection for the collector of Chronograph watches? All excellent, including the honourable mentions! The one I would add is I suppose a lesser known one, is the Orient Neo 70s Solar Panda WV0041TX Chronograph. Traditional panda 3 black subdials on white face, a very reliable and good looking watch, solar powered of course and available at a very affordable price. Excellent video as always!
I’m certainly a fan of the Seiko and it’s history as I have over 50 vintage Speedtimers (yes it’s a sickness). I also have some other unique chronographs that would be fun to see an UG review on that are alternatives to the Speedy that include a Carl F. Bucherer Annual Calendar chronograph and the Montblanc Nicholas Rieussec GMT monopusher chronograph that you can get used for less than a Speedy.
Awesome video as always! Well done! Thank you.
I own the seiko panda speed timer and it gets more wrist time now than my shiny bluebee 1521…
Agree with you on Fortis - got a pc-7, and there is a solidity to it that even some of my veryyyy well known pieces have a hard time beating.
I'm wearing my orange Giugiaro Designed Seiko Macchina Sportiva right now watch this. I'd love a Speedtimer. I saw one on line and thought meh, nice. Then I saw one in person, it's beautiful. The pictures don't do it justice. 😍
Nothing to add regarding watches, but I just wanted to say that 9:43 is some of the best editing I've seen on TH-cam - almost like a Top Gear episode!
Thank you Elvijs, very kind of you to say.
Best regards,
TGV
Great video. Some others that come to mind are…..Oris Aquis Chrono, Sinn 103, Yema Speedgraf, and you mentioned one of my favorite brands..Hamilton.
Glad to see Fortis in the top spot. The reinvigorated company has been knocking it out of the park. I absolutely love my Flieger F-41, and the new Stratoliner and Marinemaster are both really nice as well. For that matter, the Flieger Bicompax and Official Cosmonaut’s Chrono would both be great choices as well for far less money than a Speedy.
I could not agree more!!!! Thank you Mark, you have great taste in watches. I will always try to help raise awareness about Fortis, they are truly something special.
Best regards,
TGV
Another great video!
Fantastic formula of the program presenting watches. Good luck😀
🆙🆙🆙Thanks for the feedback,
Expect more videos very soon
Hit me up🔝🔝🔝
Much needed video. Can't get a Moon Swatch either...
Thank you for reviewing the Fortis!
8 Years and 500K! I'm waiting for the watch to celebrate this very important landmark. Congratulations!
Thanks for this video, im an absolute chrono nut and found this video very informative and focused on my taste
Those Stratoliners take it. Til that point, I was in the Seiko Solar camp on this one, but holy toledo. Glad you mentioned those - I hadn't heard about them yet. Going to be tough to keep those off my mind.
Your intro film never fails to Impress .
Thanks TGV for your regular (and high quality) content. We don’t deserve you!! :)
Thank you so much my friend 🙏🙏😀
Best regards,
TGV
Great video TGV. With you on a 38mm Bulova!
Excellent stuff 👏
I completely agree with you Tristano on the Black Bay. The snowflake hand covers the subdials in too many positions to make it a functional chronograph. The Hamilton and the Fortis are big winners in this segment. Thank you for sharing.
Ciao Tristano! Happy to see you… I wasn’t able to check all of your latest videos but I’d like to watch all of them. I have a question for you and all TGV fans: I have to make choice between two totally different watches the first is timex q gmt while the latter is a swatch svgb400 and I don’t know which way to go. What would you pick between the two?
Damn that Seiko from your book coverage is just stellar. They must return this design from first analog quartz chrono
Thank you, I could not agree more! Excellent idea.
Best regards,
TGV
While perhaps a bit more styled after the Daytona than the Speedmaster, yet my personal fav for this style has to be the much more-affordable Citizen Signature Series Eco-drive AV3006-09E and AV3006-50H chronographs w/ such a beautiful retro-style moonphase complication, as well.
Best Watch Channel in my opinion!
First time hearing about Nivada Grenchen. Thanks for this compilation.
The new Stratoliner looks like an amazing watch. Very cool. Nice picks 👍
👍 GREAT& BEAUTIFUL VIDEO' THANKS !! .