I ordered a B&M Clifton Moonphase from AJ at Teddy B’s this morning. Teddy has some of the best watch videos on TH-cam but it’s also a great place to do business. 120 hours of power reserve, WHAT! Great video! Love the blend of travel and watch review. Bravo! 😊
I love Teddy's videos and I appreciate his work. Clifton was on my radar for a long time (still is) as a dress watch, congrats on your addition! Yeah, I prefer to include travel videos from the outside because that's when you wear the watch most of the time. It's boring if you only wear it by your work desk. :) Cheers mate!
The fact that this model and brand are a little more niche and hidden is something i really like! it also keeps the price lower and the value high! So lets not publicise it too much haha
Great comment. It really is a hidden gem. But I feel that B&M is doing a good job altogether, and ramping up its marketing, so this may not be the case for long. :))
Beautiful watch. Been studying the brand. Lots of watch enthusiasts online, put Baume and Mercer down, claiming no name to fame. They have the Horology I am looking for. As well as my style of beautiful time pieces. Your of introducing watches and displaying them is great. Thank You.
Thank you so much for your kind words, I appreciate it. Glad I was able to put an emphasis on every important aspect including brand history, not just the watch aesthetics. Cheers!
@@aficionadospace Yes, I wear it for a week now and it looks beautiful. Its the Riviera Black Dial , 42mm (im 2.06m) The workmanship, wearing comfort and design you can't get anywhere else for this price, + 8 years warranty:) I'm most pleased that Baume Mercier flies under the radar, some people have already asked me about this watch but don't know the brand. I like that
@@brillle51 Glad you're enjoying it! And yes, I get more questions about my Riviera than my Rolex. They really hit it out of the park with this model. Cheers mate!
Thanks man. B&M definitely hit it out of the park with the new Riviera. It's been a month since I made this video and it's still more on my wrist than any other watch from my collection. If you decide to get one, you won't regret it.
I just got my Riveriera 10717 yesterday and I am absolutely in love with it. It's 300m WR, 120 days PR, barely 12mm thick with a COSC movement. Without a doubt the most unique diver available on the market. It's price point is amazing for such a superior watch, and to me, is worth significantly more than what it retails at. Not to mention the quick release bracelet!
Congrats on your acquisition! It's more of a sporty diver watch compared to 39mm one. At 42mm, to big for my wrist, but still a great timepiece. Enjoy it!
Thank you for your presentation of B&M 10720 watch. My 20-year-old Tag Heuer just partly fail and I have been considering new watch for a little while now. I have seen number of TH-cam presentation of this watch, but your one is the best, so you got yourself new subscribe.
Thank you, I appreciate it. I'm glad to help if you were looking for an information about the watch to make your decision. It's been a year now and I'm still wearing it frequently. It's a great watch for sunny days for sure..
Very useful and thorough review. Liked the time you devoted to the lugs strap system which, unlike many watches, seems very sturdy even though swappable. If I were in the market for a sports style watch in this price range, I would get the same one. Also, enjoyed the video of Venice. Thanks.
I bought my first Baume in 2001 , the capeland s to be exact , I still have it…baume is definitely underrated, the baumatic and in particular this riviera looks like a spectacular timepiece! Thanks for the review!!
You're welcome, and thank you for watching, I appreciate it. Baume definitely doesn't get it's recognition, and I'm happy to let the world know about it. Cheers!
Thank you for the video. This watch is absolutely gorgeous and if I by one it’ll be this exact same model. The only thing that is giving me doubts is their cut to fit solution for the strap. It’s kind of a dealbreaker, actually. In any case, absolutely beautiful timepiece
Thanks man, glad you enjoyed the video. The watch is amazing. Still in my regular rotation, and very versatile. The strap fit is not a big issue, unless you plan to sell it fast, in which case better not buy it in the first place. But even when you cut it, you still have an option size it by around 0.5cm to make it fit for both cold and hot days.
Excellent video. I tried this on yesterday in Nice whilst on holiday. Seriously considering it. I agree with you. A price that is relatively well priced according to its specification and other options like IWC, AP, VC etc.
Thanks mate, I appreciate it. I can definitely recommend it. It's still on my wrist one year in, and over the summer it's my default watch. Great value for money for sure.
It’s nice to wear something unique, interesting and high quality. So many people wearing Rolex. It’s getting a little boring not to mention impossible to actually BUY one.
@@dinodavanzo8536 true, but Rolex will always be a Rolex, and all the watch people will recognize it, if you're into that. Same with AP and other popular brands. But the point of watch collecting is appreciating the watch and the craft that goes into it regardless of the brand name.
Thanks, man. Glad you liked it! A lot of people reached out to me after the video saying they're considering picking one up. I should ask B&M for a commission. :D
I recently found Baume & Mercier as I was looking for a watch for my wife. Ended up buying a secondhand B&M Catwalk and the Riviera definitely caught my eye. Gorgeous model and you did a great job going over it as well as the brand.
@@Art3miz thank you again. It's just a hobby and a passion of mine that I like to share with others and discuss. I'm not familiar with B&M ladies line, but Catwalk looks very nice. Like a bracelet, very classy and dressy. But Riviera definitely caught your eye for a good reason.
Very nice video. Gondolas in Venice will always do the job and fit your Riviera perfectly. My only remark is the transparent dial showing all dates. If you discarded the Defy a regular dial seems to be the logical choice since this one imo is also slightly busy.
Thank you, I appreciate it. Very good comment and point made about the dial. The transparent dial on Zenith Defy is a bit busier to my eyes tbh.. And it's not only that, but it makes hands really difficult to see and you really have to focus to find them. :) Riviera is a bit more subtle and you really need to be under a lot of light to see that transparency. Usually it's mostly greyed out and hands are very distinctive, especially with rose gold edges. But I still like Defy. It was a decision I made and based on how much I've been wearing it since I got it, it was a good one. :)
Great review! I absolutely love my Riviera 39mm. I think it's one of the best values in luxury watches, especially when you compare it to sister brands like IWC and their Ingenieur, which is essentially the same watch plus $9,000USD. Crazy. This Riviera will serve me well as my "luxury integrated bracelet sports watch" for the foreseeable future without the desire to spend ludicrous money on something like a Royal Oak, Nautilus, etc. The only other watch in this segment that I can see myself adding to the collection would be the Chopard Alpine Eagle, but that won't be for a long while down the line, if at all.
Hi man, thanks for covering this piece! reaaaally considering to add one. Did you ever get to reach out regarding availability of bracelet/straps to compliment the watch?
Thanks man, I appreciate it. I did reach out to them, it is possible to purchase a bracelet steel bracelet to complement this piece. One viewer sent me a photo as he bought it and I must say it looks nice. I think the price for the bracelet is around 600€.
Cool review, thank you! I honestly think that the Riviera with the bracelet and the Baumatic movement is the best Swiss made luxury mechanical watch from value to price perspective 🙂 and now it is finally available in 39mm! Your model is also pretty nice - I assume you could buy the steel bracelet too 🙂
Thanks mate, glad you liked it. And I agree with your assessment of the value for money. For my model they only had it on rubber, but I can order a bracelet separately for it. My goal was to get a rubber one, so no need for that now. I have other watches on the bracelet that I prefer wearing that way. This one is perfect as is for the summer.
Hello, I’ve been waiting for this video ! Thank you for sharing us your opinion about this watch. I’m very interested but how does the bezel react to scratching ? Thanks !
Hey man, thanks for watching and commenting. To answer your question, I don't have a single mark on my bezel. I've been wearing the watch non-stop for the last 2-3 months, played golf with it, swam with it, and it's pretty resistant. To be honest, I don't think I really banged it against something to really look for marks, but I did graze it on a few occasions and that didn't leave any scratches. Hope that helps. Cheers!
I do really like this watch. I'm considering the latest green dial. The baumatic movement has cosc and non cosc variants, the Clifton is clearly identified cosc (stated on the dial) but the Riviera does not state cosc. Are you sure the Riviera has the chronometer version?
Hey man, thanks for the comment! The green dial is definitely intriguing. A bit too vibrant for my taste, I'd prefer if it was more of an olive green tone. It only comes on a bracelet if I'm not mistaken? But surely a rubber strap can be ordered separately (I made another video on that). Yes, Riviera movement Baumatic BM13-1975A is COSC certified. It actually holds time better than my Rolex GMT Master II. There's a good article on Time&Tide about this watch too. Check it out. Cheers! timeandtidewatches.com/baume-mercier-riviera-39-mm-hands-on-video/
I too wonder if the green is too much. Yes, I think it's only on bracelet currently. My opportunity to buy would mean paying (discounted price) before seeing but without option for refund. Long story but all kosher. But I can't take the risk without seeing the watch. I looked at your channel and saw the cigars. I have a single Davidoff cigar. My first cigar! It was a gift. Maybe you can advise me the steps to take and how to best enjoy it 🙂
@@jb-hw9if Yeah, I hear you. It's tough to buy something (especially a watch) without trying it out and seeing it in person first. Especially if you're going with something with a color, because in person it's often a bit different than in photos. Congrats on your first cigar! Which Davidoff is it?
@@aficionadospace I'm not sure! It was a gift but it actually was a free sample from a Davidoff event, so it's a single cigar in a black, sealed pouch with no description on it. I'll check your videos for a beginners guide!
@@jb-hw9if Sure sure. I don't know if I have any beginners guide videos, but I always try to give some tips on cigar smoking in my cigar reviews. It's actually a good idea to maybe do a video dedicated to how to smoke a cigar. :)
Great review 🫶 I really like this model with blue dial. Last year I bought blue dial Tissot PRX Powermatic 80 which makes me think twice whether Both watches are similar in terms of use and position for a watch collection ? In terms of movement, quality and brand recognition, ofcourse they are totally different classes. Should I still pull the trigger for B&M riviera
Thanks man. In my opinion, B&M is a class above Tissot, if not two. Tissot is a brand for the masses, and even though they really made a great watch in PRX and Gentleman, it's still not close to B&M when it comes to design, movement, dial execution, finish and overall quality. Whether you buy B&M Riviera probably depends on the rest of your watch collection, how it fits it, your budget and how you feel about it based on the research you did on it.. Hope that helps. :)
Thanks man! I honestly prefer new 39mm blue riviera with steel bracelet. I dont like the rubber strap with alligator leather stitch. I decided to pull the trigger for Longines 39mm Zulu time with bracelet which is nearly same price at my local AD
@@mehmetsert6314 blue is also amazing. I think they have a package where you get both the bracelet and a blue alligator strap with it, so you can mix it up. Definitely good to have. Longi Zulu time is a great pickup as well, congrats! I was seriously considering getting it too, the one with the green bezel, but it's 13.5mm thick, so I was concerned that it would stick out too much from my wrist.
@@thomaslindner579 Ah, I see it now! To be honest, I haven't even noticed those before. The thing with the dial transparency and different shades of grey makes it not really stand out in my opinion. I don't have issues with it.
My wrist size is 16.5cm (6.5inches). It doesn't wear large at all. Just right for my wrist size. Integrated bracelet makes it seamless and lugs are slightly bent so 48 lug-to-lug sounds bigger than it really looks and feels. Hope that helps.
do you think after the first plunge in price after buying this watch will keep for the 5-7 years future the price back again to 4000 euros or not ? thanks in advance for your opinion ✌️👍🍀
Good question, and a very difficult one to answer. Looking at C24 prices, it's still where it was 5 months ago when it was released. So you can get it on C24 for around 3500 new, which is what I paid. Obviously, mine is worn now, so probably worth around 500 less. But considering inflation, in the next 5-6 years I think it will definitely keep that price, no doubt. You also never know, maybe it becomes one of the classic pieces too. Maybe B&M increases in popularity altogether and that drives prices of their watches up too.. It's very difficult to predict anything, just commenting on different things that could happen. But in any case, I don't see it dropping below 3000 ever. It's a luxury timepiece, and they mostly keep some level of value all the time. Hope that helps, cheers!
I don't necessarily want them to be more popular among the masses, just think that they should get more recognition as a brand among so-called 'watch experts' in the YT community. They usually only see AP, Patek, Rolex, Vacheron and similar as worthy brands.
Dear Sir, another question is coming up, and regarding the fact that you have obviously better connections to baume et mercier, the hour maker and the indices seemed to be made of rose gold, but a friend from the watch industry said, he doubted this material by a price of only 4250. euros, (rolex for ex, is using white gold in the submariner steel version for hour makers and indices but this watch is at nearly 9.000 euros)he thinks this material could be rather copper? I am just asking, because the B-et-M advertising and even in your great video you mentioned the rose gold pvd plate between the Ti bezzel and the steal body, and the rose gold indices inside on the dial… so maybe try to ask this B-et- M? Thanks in advance, and then i can hopefully pull the trigger on this beauty🍀
Actually I don't have any connections at B&M. I bought the watch because I liked it, as explained in the video. :) I have zero connections or incentive with B&M. Doing reviews because I enjoy watches and enjoy talking about them. Regarding your question, I looked it up, and you are right. It's actually a 5N gold-plated PVD steel. 5N means it's red gold tone (75% gold and 25% copper), and PVD is more durable, higher quality and longer lasting coating than the regular plating. Hope that helps! :)
@@aficionadospace ok understood with this no connection stuff, the answer for the pvd was good, just wondering if the markers on the dial are pure copper or rose gold as well( meaning gold with 25 % copper)? anyway this watch is a beauty and your video nailed it perfectly…
thanks for the video, very nice impressions! 👏 i got this watch about two weeks ago and I‘m more than happy with it. It is really a unique watch, especially the 10720 reference. I just ordered the steel bracelet on top and I guess it will be a nice addition 🤞
Thank you for the compliments, I appreciate it! Glad that you decided to get one yourself, you will not regret it. I'm very curious to see how this one looks on a bracelet. Please send me a photo to my email aficionadospace@gmail.com or my Instagram account! Cheers mate.
It's a nice watch but I wouldn't think buying it for a second. Rolex is the only watch to buy. I have a day date, submariner and sea-dweller. You can't compare anything to Rolex.
Everybody is entitled to their opinion. :) But saying that you can't compare anything to Rolex is factually wrong.. Forget about B&M, but there are timepieces that are not comparable but better than Rolex if money was no object.
I ordered a B&M Clifton Moonphase from AJ at Teddy B’s this morning. Teddy has some of the best watch videos on TH-cam but it’s also a great place to do business. 120 hours of power reserve, WHAT! Great video! Love the blend of travel and watch review. Bravo! 😊
I love Teddy's videos and I appreciate his work.
Clifton was on my radar for a long time (still is) as a dress watch, congrats on your addition!
Yeah, I prefer to include travel videos from the outside because that's when you wear the watch most of the time. It's boring if you only wear it by your work desk. :)
Cheers mate!
The fact that this model and brand are a little more niche and hidden is something i really like! it also keeps the price lower and the value high! So lets not publicise it too much haha
Great comment. It really is a hidden gem. But I feel that B&M is doing a good job altogether, and ramping up its marketing, so this may not be the case for long. :))
Beautiful watch. Been studying the brand. Lots of watch enthusiasts online, put Baume and Mercer down, claiming no name to fame. They have the Horology I am looking for. As well as my style of beautiful time pieces. Your of introducing watches and displaying them is great. Thank You.
Thank you so much for your kind words, I appreciate it. Glad I was able to put an emphasis on every important aspect including brand history, not just the watch aesthetics. Cheers!
Really Great Review.
I ordered mine Today and your Video helped me a lot 😊
Thank you, I appreciate it. Did it arrive yet? What are your first impressions?
@@aficionadospace Yes, I wear it for a week now and it looks beautiful.
Its the Riviera Black Dial , 42mm (im 2.06m)
The workmanship, wearing comfort and design you can't get anywhere else for this price, + 8 years warranty:)
I'm most pleased that Baume Mercier flies under the radar, some people have already asked me about this watch but don't know the brand. I like that
@@brillle51 Glad you're enjoying it! And yes, I get more questions about my Riviera than my Rolex. They really hit it out of the park with this model. Cheers mate!
Great to finally get a review of this model. I have to say - I love it - and I'm seriously considering picking one up!
Thanks man. B&M definitely hit it out of the park with the new Riviera. It's been a month since I made this video and it's still more on my wrist than any other watch from my collection. If you decide to get one, you won't regret it.
Gorgeous timepiece!
Thank you!
I just got my Riveriera 10717 yesterday and I am absolutely in love with it. It's 300m WR, 120 days PR, barely 12mm thick with a COSC movement. Without a doubt the most unique diver available on the market. It's price point is amazing for such a superior watch, and to me, is worth significantly more than what it retails at. Not to mention the quick release bracelet!
Congrats on your acquisition! It's more of a sporty diver watch compared to 39mm one. At 42mm, to big for my wrist, but still a great timepiece. Enjoy it!
Thank you for your presentation of B&M 10720 watch. My 20-year-old Tag Heuer just partly fail and I have been considering new watch for a little while now. I have seen number of TH-cam presentation of this watch, but your one is the best, so you got yourself new subscribe.
Thank you, I appreciate it. I'm glad to help if you were looking for an information about the watch to make your decision. It's been a year now and I'm still wearing it frequently. It's a great watch for sunny days for sure..
I just bought mine, cannot wait for it to show up! I wish it came with a bracelet so I’m going to order one. Amazing video
Congrats man! Just in time for Christmas. :) Glad that you enjoyed the video!
Very useful and thorough review. Liked the time you devoted to the lugs strap system which, unlike many watches, seems very sturdy even though swappable. If I were in the market for a sports style watch in this price range, I would get the same one. Also, enjoyed the video of Venice. Thanks.
Hey, thank you very much for your kind words, I appreciate it. Glad you liked it! Cheers!
I bought my first Baume in 2001 , the capeland s to be exact , I still have it…baume is definitely underrated, the baumatic and in particular this riviera looks like a spectacular timepiece! Thanks for the review!!
You're welcome, and thank you for watching, I appreciate it. Baume definitely doesn't get it's recognition, and I'm happy to let the world know about it. Cheers!
Thanks for this review! This watch is awesome and not ostentatious.
Thanks mate, I appreciate it. And agree with your sentiment.
Thank you for the video. This watch is absolutely gorgeous and if I by one it’ll be this exact same model. The only thing that is giving me doubts is their cut to fit solution for the strap. It’s kind of a dealbreaker, actually. In any case, absolutely beautiful timepiece
Thanks man, glad you enjoyed the video. The watch is amazing. Still in my regular rotation, and very versatile. The strap fit is not a big issue, unless you plan to sell it fast, in which case better not buy it in the first place. But even when you cut it, you still have an option size it by around 0.5cm to make it fit for both cold and hot days.
Excellent video. I tried this on yesterday in Nice whilst on holiday. Seriously considering it. I agree with you. A price that is relatively well priced according to its specification and other options like IWC, AP, VC etc.
Thanks mate, I appreciate it. I can definitely recommend it. It's still on my wrist one year in, and over the summer it's my default watch. Great value for money for sure.
It’s nice to wear something unique, interesting and high quality. So many people wearing Rolex. It’s getting a little boring not to mention impossible to actually BUY one.
@@dinodavanzo8536 true, but Rolex will always be a Rolex, and all the watch people will recognize it, if you're into that. Same with AP and other popular brands. But the point of watch collecting is appreciating the watch and the craft that goes into it regardless of the brand name.
great love your video , got me thinking of picking up this beauty
Thanks, man. Glad you liked it! A lot of people reached out to me after the video saying they're considering picking one up. I should ask B&M for a commission. :D
perefect shoot !
Thanks mate. Not bad for an amateur like me. :)
@@aficionadospace oooo, nooo, it is quite professional !
Thanks! Great video
Thanks, man! I appreciate it.
I recently found Baume & Mercier as I was looking for a watch for my wife. Ended up buying a secondhand B&M Catwalk and the Riviera definitely caught my eye. Gorgeous model and you did a great job going over it as well as the brand.
@@Art3miz thank you again. It's just a hobby and a passion of mine that I like to share with others and discuss. I'm not familiar with B&M ladies line, but Catwalk looks very nice. Like a bracelet, very classy and dressy. But Riviera definitely caught your eye for a good reason.
Very nice video. Gondolas in Venice will always do the job and fit your Riviera perfectly.
My only remark is the transparent dial showing all dates. If you discarded the Defy a regular dial seems to be the logical choice since this one imo is also slightly busy.
Thank you, I appreciate it. Very good comment and point made about the dial. The transparent dial on Zenith Defy is a bit busier to my eyes tbh.. And it's not only that, but it makes hands really difficult to see and you really have to focus to find them. :) Riviera is a bit more subtle and you really need to be under a lot of light to see that transparency. Usually it's mostly greyed out and hands are very distinctive, especially with rose gold edges. But I still like Defy. It was a decision I made and based on how much I've been wearing it since I got it, it was a good one. :)
I want it homie. I want it now! gorgeously time piece, puusssy magnet
Haha, this is the best comment ever. Go get it bro! :D
Great review! I absolutely love my Riviera 39mm. I think it's one of the best values in luxury watches, especially when you compare it to sister brands like IWC and their Ingenieur, which is essentially the same watch plus $9,000USD. Crazy. This Riviera will serve me well as my "luxury integrated bracelet sports watch" for the foreseeable future without the desire to spend ludicrous money on something like a Royal Oak, Nautilus, etc. The only other watch in this segment that I can see myself adding to the collection would be the Chopard Alpine Eagle, but that won't be for a long while down the line, if at all.
Hey man, thank you, I appreciate it! Well, you summed my whole sentiment of the video in one comment, kudos! :) Love Chopard Alpine Eagle too!
I'm stoked to get a 10617.
That's a 42m version with slightly different colorway. But also a beautiful piece. Congrats!
Gret video man!
Thank you brother.
Hi man, thanks for covering this piece! reaaaally considering to add one. Did you ever get to reach out regarding availability of bracelet/straps to compliment the watch?
Thanks man, I appreciate it. I did reach out to them, it is possible to purchase a bracelet steel bracelet to complement this piece. One viewer sent me a photo as he bought it and I must say it looks nice. I think the price for the bracelet is around 600€.
Cool review, thank you! I honestly think that the Riviera with the bracelet and the Baumatic movement is the best Swiss made luxury mechanical watch from value to price perspective 🙂 and now it is finally available in 39mm! Your model is also pretty nice - I assume you could buy the steel bracelet too 🙂
Thanks mate, glad you liked it. And I agree with your assessment of the value for money. For my model they only had it on rubber, but I can order a bracelet separately for it. My goal was to get a rubber one, so no need for that now. I have other watches on the bracelet that I prefer wearing that way. This one is perfect as is for the summer.
Great review and wonderful video! May I ask your wrist size?
Thank you mate, I appreciate it. My wrist size is 6.5 inches or 16.5 cm. Cheers!
Hello,
I’ve been waiting for this video ! Thank you for sharing us your opinion about this watch. I’m very interested but how does the bezel react to scratching ?
Thanks !
Hey man, thanks for watching and commenting. To answer your question, I don't have a single mark on my bezel. I've been wearing the watch non-stop for the last 2-3 months, played golf with it, swam with it, and it's pretty resistant. To be honest, I don't think I really banged it against something to really look for marks, but I did graze it on a few occasions and that didn't leave any scratches. Hope that helps. Cheers!
I do really like this watch. I'm considering the latest green dial. The baumatic movement has cosc and non cosc variants, the Clifton is clearly identified cosc (stated on the dial) but the Riviera does not state cosc. Are you sure the Riviera has the chronometer version?
Hey man, thanks for the comment! The green dial is definitely intriguing. A bit too vibrant for my taste, I'd prefer if it was more of an olive green tone. It only comes on a bracelet if I'm not mistaken? But surely a rubber strap can be ordered separately (I made another video on that).
Yes, Riviera movement Baumatic BM13-1975A is COSC certified. It actually holds time better than my Rolex GMT Master II.
There's a good article on Time&Tide about this watch too. Check it out. Cheers!
timeandtidewatches.com/baume-mercier-riviera-39-mm-hands-on-video/
I too wonder if the green is too much. Yes, I think it's only on bracelet currently. My opportunity to buy would mean paying (discounted price) before seeing but without option for refund. Long story but all kosher. But I can't take the risk without seeing the watch.
I looked at your channel and saw the cigars. I have a single Davidoff cigar. My first cigar! It was a gift. Maybe you can advise me the steps to take and how to best enjoy it 🙂
@@jb-hw9if Yeah, I hear you. It's tough to buy something (especially a watch) without trying it out and seeing it in person first. Especially if you're going with something with a color, because in person it's often a bit different than in photos.
Congrats on your first cigar! Which Davidoff is it?
@@aficionadospace I'm not sure! It was a gift but it actually was a free sample from a Davidoff event, so it's a single cigar in a black, sealed pouch with no description on it. I'll check your videos for a beginners guide!
@@jb-hw9if Sure sure. I don't know if I have any beginners guide videos, but I always try to give some tips on cigar smoking in my cigar reviews. It's actually a good idea to maybe do a video dedicated to how to smoke a cigar. :)
Great review 🫶 I really like this model with blue dial. Last year I bought blue dial Tissot PRX Powermatic 80 which makes me think twice whether Both watches are similar in terms of use and position for a watch collection ? In terms of movement, quality and brand recognition, ofcourse they are totally different classes. Should I still pull the trigger for B&M riviera
Thanks man. In my opinion, B&M is a class above Tissot, if not two. Tissot is a brand for the masses, and even though they really made a great watch in PRX and Gentleman, it's still not close to B&M when it comes to design, movement, dial execution, finish and overall quality. Whether you buy B&M Riviera probably depends on the rest of your watch collection, how it fits it, your budget and how you feel about it based on the research you did on it.. Hope that helps. :)
Thanks man! I honestly prefer new 39mm blue riviera with steel bracelet. I dont like the rubber strap with alligator leather stitch. I decided to pull the trigger for Longines 39mm Zulu time with bracelet which is nearly same price at my local AD
@@mehmetsert6314 blue is also amazing. I think they have a package where you get both the bracelet and a blue alligator strap with it, so you can mix it up. Definitely good to have. Longi Zulu time is a great pickup as well, congrats! I was seriously considering getting it too, the one with the green bezel, but it's 13.5mm thick, so I was concerned that it would stick out too much from my wrist.
Hi, can you help me. Are the two dots on the dial disturb if you Look at this?
Hm, not sure I understand the question. What dots are your referring to? Cheers
@@aficionadospace Thanks for your Quick reply. I mean the grey Point nearly 2 and 9 o clock
@@thomaslindner579 Ah, I see it now! To be honest, I haven't even noticed those before. The thing with the dial transparency and different shades of grey makes it not really stand out in my opinion. I don't have issues with it.
I might of missed it, what size are your wrists and does this wear large due to its 48 lug to lug?
My wrist size is 16.5cm (6.5inches). It doesn't wear large at all. Just right for my wrist size. Integrated bracelet makes it seamless and lugs are slightly bent so 48 lug-to-lug sounds bigger than it really looks and feels. Hope that helps.
do you think after the first plunge in price after buying this watch will keep for the 5-7 years future the price back again to 4000 euros or not ? thanks in advance for your opinion ✌️👍🍀
Good question, and a very difficult one to answer. Looking at C24 prices, it's still where it was 5 months ago when it was released. So you can get it on C24 for around 3500 new, which is what I paid. Obviously, mine is worn now, so probably worth around 500 less. But considering inflation, in the next 5-6 years I think it will definitely keep that price, no doubt. You also never know, maybe it becomes one of the classic pieces too. Maybe B&M increases in popularity altogether and that drives prices of their watches up too.. It's very difficult to predict anything, just commenting on different things that could happen. But in any case, I don't see it dropping below 3000 ever. It's a luxury timepiece, and they mostly keep some level of value all the time. Hope that helps, cheers!
Thanks very much for your detailed and informative answer.
@@mmbrey4973 You're welcome. :)
It’s an excellent brand and truly high quality watches. Why would you want them to be more popular among masses?
I don't necessarily want them to be more popular among the masses, just think that they should get more recognition as a brand among so-called 'watch experts' in the YT community. They usually only see AP, Patek, Rolex, Vacheron and similar as worthy brands.
Dear Sir, another question is coming up, and regarding the fact that you have obviously better connections to baume et mercier,
the hour maker and the indices seemed to be made of rose gold, but a friend from the watch industry said, he doubted this material by a price of only 4250. euros, (rolex for ex, is using white gold in the submariner steel version for hour makers and indices but this watch is at nearly 9.000 euros)he thinks this material could be rather copper? I am just asking, because the B-et-M advertising and even in your great video you mentioned the rose gold pvd plate between the Ti bezzel and the steal body, and the rose gold indices inside on the dial… so maybe try to ask this B-et- M? Thanks in advance, and then i can hopefully pull the trigger on this beauty🍀
Actually I don't have any connections at B&M. I bought the watch because I liked it, as explained in the video. :) I have zero connections or incentive with B&M. Doing reviews because I enjoy watches and enjoy talking about them.
Regarding your question, I looked it up, and you are right. It's actually a 5N gold-plated PVD steel. 5N means it's red gold tone (75% gold and 25% copper), and PVD is more durable, higher quality and longer lasting coating than the regular plating. Hope that helps! :)
@@aficionadospace ok understood with this no connection stuff, the answer for the pvd was good, just wondering if the markers on the dial are pure copper or rose gold as well( meaning gold with 25 % copper)? anyway this watch is a beauty and your video nailed it perfectly…
@@mmbrey4973 I would assume that the markers on the dial are the same material like the ring plate. ;)
They are. ;)
thanks for the video, very nice impressions! 👏 i got this watch about two weeks ago and I‘m more than happy with it. It is really a unique watch, especially the 10720 reference. I just ordered the steel bracelet on top and I guess it will be a nice addition 🤞
Thank you for the compliments, I appreciate it! Glad that you decided to get one yourself, you will not regret it. I'm very curious to see how this one looks on a bracelet. Please send me a photo to my email aficionadospace@gmail.com or my Instagram account! Cheers mate.
@@aficionadospace will do for sure 🥳
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Thank you!
Is this Teddy Bulbasaur’s secondary channel?
I'll take that as a compliment. Cheers
It's a nice watch but I wouldn't think buying it for a second. Rolex is the only watch to buy. I have a day date, submariner and sea-dweller. You can't compare anything to Rolex.
No worries bro, it's a sort of a mental disorder which is common nowadays🙂👌
Everybody is entitled to their opinion. :) But saying that you can't compare anything to Rolex is factually wrong.. Forget about B&M, but there are timepieces that are not comparable but better than Rolex if money was no object.
Why would anyone, take any notice, of someone, that doesn’t wake up knowing, what day of the week it is?