Im buying one soon, my girlfriends name is Addie. It just seems right LOL. I have a Heimdallr Monster and a Ratio FreeDiver. Dont you love Micro Brands? Luxury for the masses.
You can't go wrong with Addiesdive they make good quality and accurate watches. I recently purchased one the seiko tic tac homage with jubilee bracelet and so far the watch is running very accurate very nice watch for the money!
I know, but is it worth another $450 with worse specs? Hamilton's new movements break from what I've heard. I can replace an NH35 in 10 years myself... If not oh well.
Bought this a few weeks ago, and I love it. The weak point is the bracelet. I found that it irritates my skin, but at 20mm the strap options are endless. I'm going to try it with some nato straps and hybrid straps. Can't recommend this enough. Great review 😊
Shiny things does it again with exceptional reviews. This watch is quite well done for the price point for the more conservative in how much one individual may wish or can afford to spend for an affordable time piece. If Addiesdive will consider the on the fly adjustment to an additional $25 and the watch going from $54 U S dollars to a $ 79 U S dollars they will likely gain more sales of this particular attractive watch with an even larger popular pool of customers. Thank you my friend for your channel that is always exceptional and mindful. Rick in Florida USA.
Great review, as always. Thank you. One of your videos from 5 years ago showed up on my feed today. I’ve never watched any of your older stuff. I must say, you’ve come a long way. I’m happy for you and your channel and wish you nothing but the best. 🙏 As for the watch, I think they should have dropped the “15” at the 3 o’clock position. As it is now, it’s not in line with the rest of the 24 hour track. And that looks somewhat off to me. Alternatively, they could have used a VH31 and dropped the date altogether.
I own a Hamilton Khaki King auto with day and date. Legendary. But that’s really it, isn’t it? The name, the history, the heritage? How much better is it for 10 times the cost? Not much, honestly. However, if the Chinese brands had to pay out the same in labor and production, the price might be more equal.
The new AD2070 might be worth considering too. Pretty much identical specifications. The subtle differences are slightly bolder hands and major indexes, cursive branding on the dial, plus more condensed positioning of 24 hour indexes. Overall, I think it's even easier to read. Maybe even better than the original? Hopefully you could make a comparison in a future video.
Great review and you have convinced me to buy it in the aliexpress black Friday sale for £37.I already Owen a few addiesdive and find them great watches for the price never had any trouble with them. 👍👍👍
An outstanding video review! This is a very nice watch; it is definitely an excellent value proposition. When it comes to design, all field watches are very similar, if not all the same. I prefer the SII NH35 (which is easier to work on, replace and service compared to the ETA in the Hamilton). The bracelet is the least of my concerns; this will end up on a NATO or a two-piece leather strap.
I have the one that comes on the leather strap, has a bead blast finish, for $54 I ordered this one on the metal bracelet that has the brushed finished, couldn't pass up this deal. These watches are amazing for the price. Highly recommend
I compared this to other watches in the $60 category, I'll never own a Hamilton but I can afford this awesome $60 watch. I wear casios and other affordable brands. I don't buy(normaly) watches over a $100 USD.
Can’t go wrong with Addiesdive and Steeldive. These Chinese watches now, are as good, if not better than most of the ‘big’ names on the market for accuracy and almost quality, imho.
I have the original, and as others have said, it’s okay, but not great. Very well printed dial, thin on wrist, could use better AR. But I enjoy it for the heritage. I am drawn to the Militado, however
Some people think that all Chinese watches are low quality. I hope that they'll try buying Steeldive and Addiesdive,they're better than many Japanese and Swiss watches.
They didnt "review" the design. They use the same case for quite a few different homages, very likely to cut costs. Their IWC pilot homage for example.
Exactly... That dial is so generic... I can't believe that they charged that much. Just take a look at this n what is possible considering Hamilton's capabilities... Just goes to show how much excess we have been paying... For 'Swiss'. Same with IWC...
It actually looks pretty nice but it’s too big. The 38 mm version of the Hamilton wears a lot bigger than 38 mm so I imagine this 39 mm wears even bigger.
Is this Addiesdive better than a Hamilton Khaki field auto? Hell no!! I have one. The Hamilton is slimer, glass domed, much better finished and with a much better movement. Does the Khaki field deserves 850€? No way (it looks like a mirror more than a watch. It lacks micro adjustments. I could not get my perfect fit. The lume sucks. Mine cost 600€ and even in this case I think it does not deserve it and it is going back to the seller)
Thank you for sharing. Tha 38mm I handled was in the studio so the crystal didn't strike me as bad, but probably after a longer use absence of AR would eventually be much more noticeable.
Too much distance between internal glass and dial creates a lack of harmony in overall proportions and a cheap effect. Only real defect but enough to make it appear a bad copy of The slimmer and more elegant original Hamilton. The devil hides behind details!
If you are just after a competent tool watch and not bothered about brand name this is a no brainer especially when you think the only real niggles are on the bracelet. Plenty of other brands, Ali Express, micro and established, would charge double or even triple the money and ship with similar quality bracelet - take my money!
You honestly cannot lose with these Addiesdive watches - I have three and I love them all.
Im buying one soon, my girlfriends name is Addie. It just seems right LOL. I have a Heimdallr Monster and a Ratio FreeDiver. Dont you love Micro Brands? Luxury for the masses.
You can't go wrong with Addiesdive they make good quality and accurate watches. I recently purchased one the seiko tic tac homage with jubilee bracelet and so far the watch is running very accurate very nice watch for the money!
That logo kills me. Any part of it would be fine alone. 3 Stars? Great. Diver mask? Awesome. Spearguns? Cool. JUST. NOT. ALL. OF. THEM. TOGETHER 😳😳
@SmurfPerfect 😆
I'm thinking of sending it back just because this logo is unwatchable
I know, but is it worth another $450 with worse specs?
Hamilton's new movements break from what I've heard. I can replace an NH35 in 10 years myself... If not oh well.
Bought this a few weeks ago, and I love it. The weak point is the bracelet. I found that it irritates my skin, but at 20mm the strap options are endless. I'm going to try it with some nato straps and hybrid straps.
Can't recommend this enough.
Great review 😊
I use a hybrid strap on mine. Put a tropical strap on it and it's awesome
How did that trial go?
Shiny things does it again with exceptional reviews. This watch is quite well done for the price point for the more conservative in how much one individual may wish or can afford to spend for an affordable time piece. If Addiesdive will consider the on the fly adjustment to an additional $25 and the watch going from $54 U S dollars to a $ 79 U S dollars they will likely gain more sales of this particular attractive watch with an even larger popular pool of customers. Thank you my friend for your channel that is always exceptional and mindful. Rick in Florida USA.
Beautiful yet affordable!No reason not getting one!
Nice watch for a bargain.I own a Hamilton khaki king auto and a mechanical 38mm...I d probably add that addisdive to the collection.
Great review, as always. Thank you.
One of your videos from 5 years ago showed up on my feed today. I’ve never watched any of your older stuff. I must say, you’ve come a long way. I’m happy for you and your channel and wish you nothing but the best. 🙏
As for the watch, I think they should have dropped the “15” at the 3 o’clock position. As it is now, it’s not in line with the rest of the 24 hour track. And that looks somewhat off to me. Alternatively, they could have used a VH31 and dropped the date altogether.
Just received mine, thank you for such a good review. Awesome watch!
I own a Hamilton Khaki King auto with day and date. Legendary. But that’s really it, isn’t it? The name, the history, the heritage? How much better is it for 10 times the cost? Not much, honestly. However, if the Chinese brands had to pay out the same in labor and production, the price might be more equal.
You're paying for marketing
The new AD2070 might be worth considering too. Pretty much identical specifications. The subtle differences are slightly bolder hands and major indexes, cursive branding on the dial, plus more condensed positioning of 24 hour indexes. Overall, I think it's even easier to read. Maybe even better than the original? Hopefully you could make a comparison in a future video.
Great review and you have convinced me to buy it in the aliexpress black Friday sale for £37.I already Owen a few addiesdive and find them great watches for the price never had any trouble with them. 👍👍👍
An outstanding video review!
This is a very nice watch; it is definitely an excellent value proposition. When it comes to design, all field watches are very similar, if not all the same. I prefer the SII NH35 (which is easier to work on, replace and service compared to the ETA in the Hamilton). The bracelet is the least of my concerns; this will end up on a NATO or a two-piece leather strap.
pulled the trigger on one of these last week + a leather clasp strap, currently awaiting delivery, finally bought a new watch that is NOT a Casio 🙃
I have the one that comes on the leather strap, has a bead blast finish, for $54 I ordered this one on the metal bracelet that has the brushed finished, couldn't pass up this deal. These watches are amazing for the price. Highly recommend
I compared this to other watches in the $60 category, I'll never own a Hamilton but I can afford this awesome $60 watch. I wear casios and other affordable brands. I don't buy(normaly) watches over a $100 USD.
@@chriskelly509I’m with you!
Can’t go wrong with Addiesdive and Steeldive.
These Chinese watches now, are as good, if not better than most of the ‘big’ names on the market for accuracy and almost quality, imho.
I have this and the MY-H2. They're great watches for the money.
Thank you for making the video. I appreciate all the effort.
I just ordered one thanks for the review!
Молодец! Отличные видео! This channel is undeservingly underrated.
I prefer the Boderry. It costs 40 per cent more but you get a titanium case and nylon strap (for a ti bracelet you'll hane to splurge 30 extea Euros)
Boderry costs around 100-120 euros in Aliexpress and this Addiesdive around 50-60 euros
I bought a Green one after your vídeo!
For the price the specs are excellent as well as the legibility. I wear this one over a seiko with mineral glass any day.
Addiesdive is an awesome company
Addiesdive are certainly up there when it comes to value for money
Absolutely 💯
I have the original, and as others have said, it’s okay, but not great. Very well printed dial, thin on wrist, could use better AR. But I enjoy it for the heritage. I am drawn to the Militado, however
Wish it had a display case back 😔
me too
Some people think that all Chinese watches are low quality.
I hope that they'll try buying Steeldive and Addiesdive,they're better than many Japanese and Swiss watches.
I have an like the silver dial version version I hope they do a dark blue dial version similar to what Boltony did
They didnt "review" the design. They use the same case for quite a few different homages, very likely to cut costs. Their IWC pilot homage for example.
Lume is better on the AD than the Hamilton’s lume
Sapphire
VH31 or NH35
Good size
= Winner
Lindo esse modelo
Beautiful watch, but the L2L is surprisingly long considering the 39mm diameter. 45/46mm would have been sweet.
Thanks for the review. 🙏
Screw down crown on a field? Why?
Lakes, Rivers, Rain, and it adds a safety feature. Push pulls can easily be pulled out.
I had the original and in my opinion it was overrated. Fortunately I got my money back when I sold it as Hamilton hiked the new price up by 40%.
For around $60, this watch is awesome for the price. Better than other watches in this price range.
Exactly... That dial is so generic... I can't believe that they charged that much. Just take a look at this n what is possible considering Hamilton's capabilities... Just goes to show how much excess we have been paying... For 'Swiss'. Same with IWC...
It actually looks pretty nice but it’s too big. The 38 mm version of the Hamilton wears a lot bigger than 38 mm so I imagine this 39 mm wears even bigger.
I own this watch and I thought it wears kinda small on my 7.5'' wrist.
Getting one today on its way Amazon I like the logo it looks like a Stoner did it 😂
@jtrengove5701 Lol
Love mine, fantastic watch for the money in my opinion!
Absolutely, I would never compare this to a Hamilton, but I would compare it to other watches in the $60 category.
Love it.
The original is overrated with the terrible lack of anti reflective crystal
Темно-синий циферблат был бы супер
I'll stick with my Baltany Voyager................................................
How is the lume ! Tell me the truth i can take it !😂
I just ordered one of these because I don’t have a field watch in my little collection and Hamilton looks overpriced in my opinion .
This looks like a great copy, however the OG Hamilton is affordable enough that it’s worth paying for the heritage
You sound like a novice trying to be a snob. Myself just as everyone else on here that actually own one, disagree with you.
Is this Addiesdive better than a Hamilton Khaki field auto? Hell no!! I have one. The Hamilton is slimer, glass domed, much better finished and with a much better movement. Does the Khaki field deserves 850€? No way (it looks like a mirror more than a watch. It lacks micro adjustments. I could not get my perfect fit. The lume sucks. Mine cost 600€ and even in this case I think it does not deserve it and it is going back to the seller)
Hamilton has the absolute WORST crystals in the watch world. I sold mine for just that reason.
What’s wrong with their crystals? I’m thinking about getting a khaki field…
Thank you for sharing. Tha 38mm I handled was in the studio so the crystal didn't strike me as bad, but probably after a longer use absence of AR would eventually be much more noticeable.
The Khaki Field Auto has zero AR, so viewing the time can be difficult at the best of times. Best to see it in person before you buy.
Too much distance between internal glass and dial creates a lack of harmony in overall proportions and a cheap effect. Only real defect but enough to make it appear a bad copy of The slimmer and more elegant original Hamilton. The devil hides behind details!
Aarrgh. I really wish AddiesDive would re-brand. The name / branding is cringe and that alone prevents me buying them!
On the same page.
I like the "Dive" In addiesDIVE but i would agree to have a different name on the "addies" part only
Addies vs Hamilton.. You have not idea and disgusting video
Cry about it.
Poor English here.
Get educated, then come back and try again.
If you are just after a competent tool watch and not bothered about brand name this is a no brainer especially when you think the only real niggles are on the bracelet. Plenty of other brands, Ali Express, micro and established, would charge double or even triple the money and ship with similar quality bracelet - take my money!