And solar isn't even the best part of Casios. Solar and radio controlled seals the deal. Talk about set and forget. My oldest wave ceptor is still going strong on the same cell after 14 years.
I haven't bought a watch in awhile but that titanium has everything I need. 24 hour numbers, screw down crown & solar. You keep coming out with stuff I gotta have.
This is easily your best thumbnail by far, haha. I'm always biased towards Citizen Eco-Drive, it was my very first expensive watch ($250 with a Kohl's coupon!) that my parents got for me in college.
Interesting intro to these watches. I’d add Casio into the viable Solar option. Either G-Shock or the Lineage collections offer some remarkable, value-driven watches.
When I first heard of Bertucci I thought: "It's only missing solar." - et voilá. That titanium piece is the perfect field watch. I'd still get an automatic Boldr Venture, because I'm a sentimental moron, but I do have several purely functional watches (Casio GW-M5610U and F-105W) and I love when I can put them on and do *stuff.*
There will be a lot of Casio and G-Shock fans chiming in on this video 😅 G-Shocks provide shock resistance, 200m water resistance, some models offer solar, multi-band 6, Bluetooth for accuracy and are light weight too. Citizen is also popular with their eco-drive lines 👍
Good segment, but as others have said Casio has been in the solar game for a very long time. There are many other options out there as well. Thanks Marc. Love Bertucci, I have two from you already.
As many have mentioned CASIO make quality solar watches......even with titanium (and the money on titanium is also the band (light weight and durable)...)
I really like both, especially the Titanium version. BUT, I wish the Ti version had the same hands as the plastic/resin case. The hands are bigger and more legible AND the minute hand touches the tip of the minute markers, so very easy to tell the EXACT time as well 🙏✌️👍😀 As always, great video Mark!!! And I agree, I have a lot of solar watches, but I definitely have the most from my G-Shock collection. Tough Solar is their standard system and I won't buy anymore G-Shock's without it (except for the 2100 lineup). I wish Casio would release a Solar/Bluetooth GMA-S2100 lineup like the did with the GA-B2100 replicating the original GA-2100 CasiOak's 😢
I purchased one of the A-2T Solar Classic Titanium Field Watches with Brown Leather Strap #12803 the day (literally the minute) I got the email from Bertucci. Sorry Marc, I would have bought it from you if I knew you would have the Bertucci solar watches so soon. I have a number of Bertucci quartz watches and even the Bertucci automatic version with a Miyota 9 series movement. Bertucci quality is exceptional, and I agree, their bands are superb. This includes both their nylon and Horween leather bands. If you like field watches, and if you do not have a Bertucci, buy one! I am extremely pleased with all of mine, and the new solar and leather band are at the top of the heap. I do love manual/automatic watches, but solar really pretty much checks all the watch boxes. Reliability, long life, accuracy, low (no?) maintenance!
I have one Citizen Echo Drive dress watch that is about 20 years old and it still runs. Never had it serviced. I have several Casio solars that are a lot less money than these including Gshock solar Bluetooth watches for a lot less. Ranges from 45 dollars to 159.00
Got the Citizen BN0118-04E for 300£. Amazing watch, titanium, sapphire, 300m wr, kevlar strap. Second hand hits all the marks. But I like the Bertucci’s fixed lugs, there’s no chance they may snap off or break like springbars can.
I really like citizen, Casio and timex if I'm going solar.. Casio wise my choice is the protrek line over stuff like the G Shock line... I personally like having the ABC and temperature functionality ( altimeter barometer compass), plus I still have all the other stuff that comes along with most watches like timer, alarms, auto light ect... Me personally I use the protrek 340t.... even if you're not an Outdoorsman like me, it comes in handy for obvious reasons and the titanium makeup of the watch itself makes it very light.... Now for the timex, I use the Timex Men's Expedition Scout Solar-Powered 40mm Watch... I this is my watch I grab as a alternative to my protrek and as a beater watch for just doing day to day stuff ( gardening, cleaning, working on the car ect...)... It's simple and if I break it I'll just go out and buy a new one.. Most of the time they are under $60 (+/-)... Now for my around town, want something that looks nice but not too flashy and still has a military feild watch look with Aviation inspired dail for ease of readability I go with the Citizen Men’s Eco-Drive 3-Hand Date Avion Watch with Leather Strap (Style: AW1361:10H)... And honestly it all comes down to your taste in what you like but within each one of these lines for the citizen Casio and Timex they have a mass variety of color shape size yada Yada... but the one thing they all have in common is there all under $200 give or take, well the protrek can be upward of $300 ish, but honestly I can't see myself spending more than $300 unless it's a nice mechanical watch like a Hamilton khaki feild king of something like that... maybe it's just me but I rather have good functionality and a reason to wear something on my wrist other than the be something shiny for people to gawk at, usually the people who buy the nice big shiny things are not after quality, they are after that name brand stuff they can show off to their friends and be like look how fancy I am and how much money I have😂... and don't get me wrong there is a place and time where you might want to have that nice Rolex or that Hamilton ect... but honestly I still think it's a big waste of money... ask for the ones you show here, I have no experience with them but they seem pretty nice but still the price does not match the functionality and quality of what I'm going to be using it for... Just my opinion of course... Anyways, thought I'd share some of my favorite watches I use on a daily / in my rotation... Thank you for your time and the video 😎✌️
I been scouting for the A-2T with sapphire glass on their website for very long. But no response from their customer service. Glad that Marc are bringing these awesome spec watches. On my way grabbing one.
I’ve gone to only wearing solar Gs. Preferably with Bluetooth. No fiddling around with the crown anymore. Just link up once in a long while and bam! Accurate.
It's one thing to miss every 60 mark, but to miss every 5 index as well with the second hand?!? OUCH! High accuracy applies to position as well as time.
Casio is king when it comes to solar. My ten year old watch still working properly with no maintenance done to it. People who buy these expensive watches don't buy them to see the time but to collect or to admire the craftsmanship. Which I do love. But if you want an indestructible watch that will never fail you, only Casio can 😉
I’ve got an old Junghans SolarTek that is still running strong, as well as a few Seikos and Eco-drives and a solar Neo70s panda. I’m a fan of solar watches!
Marc, are you able to source solar watch components which have a perpetual calendar, or are those only available inside Seiko (i.e Astron) and Citizen (I.e. Attesa)? If so, I’d love to see you develop a solar line.
Great Video ! Was looking at the A-2T watch... But a crystal watch with Solar is GREAT ! Now if you can have Titanium with Tritium along with the Solar for a low price would be great... Think the Solar may use a Capacitor and not a battery... Hope the Capacitor does not leak. tjl
Titanium, especially grade 2, is a soft metal and prone to scratches. Does Bertucci, like most other solar brand watches, use a harding coating on the case ?
I know it probably makes little sense for Bertucci, but I'd love to see the A1 with this solar movement. The lug-to-lug on their 40mm models is too large for my tiny wrist.
Thanks for sharing Marc. Bertucci make fantastic watches. Having a solar option on a titanium case … at that price?!? 😮 The ARE doing something right. (I have 4 of them 😁👍🏼)
I forget the rules for adding "Swiss" to dial. Surprised me considering its an Epson movement. No complaints from me either way. Bertucci do make some nice watches.
Marc wow, wow, wow I love the value of these watches, I must have that titanium one. You should do joint branding with these guys. I love the smooth lines and efficient design of the case, face and use of those awesome straps. Solar watches are truely the best grab and go. I weekly sun my watches along the window sill to keep them topped up. You have hit a home run with these watches. Go Bertucci!
Hey Mark, just wanted to give you a heads up. You have a typo on the front page of your website. "Stating" instead of Starting for the Bertucci watches.
I read somewhere early citizen eco-drive using capacitor it's has less power reserve only for few days up to weeks but crazy long lifespan as long it's well protected from moisture and and extreme temperature so there is citizen eco-drive that already 20+ years but never need capacitor change. but today most of the solar watch using lithium which has up to 10 month power reserve but has shorter lifespan due to limited charge cycle probably up to 8 years.
Is there such a thing as a full lume solor quartz watch? That would be my perfect watch. Add titanium case and fixed lugs and the thing becomes indestructible.
Solar Quartz is indeed the best movt. Abt 20-25 yrs of maintenance-free operation for Casio. Even a Cartier Solar Beat is listed as 15 yrs of operation.
Solar watches use a very special type of rechargeable battery. They are sometimes described as capacitors because of the way that they work, but they are most definitely batteries which use exotic materials to allow thousands of full charge discharge cycles without deteriorating. Typically such batteries will last between 10 and 20 years subject to daily use and abuse. With a bit more care a lifetime of well over 20 years can be expected.
I loved my Ecodrive until I thought the battery died after about ten years...turns out it was the movement itself that died. Wasn't worth replacing. I guess that could happen with any movement, but it didn't live up to the hype at the time.
You would need to install the photovoltaic cells. Usually,in the form of a dial. So,you are looking at replacing the entire movement with a Solar Dial. Unless you are very fond of the watch case… .😬
The only quartz I consider is mecha-quartz. With their quality, price, and designs I wish Casio, Bulova, and Citizen would dive into the mechanical world more deeply.
Casio G shock #5610. Bang for the buck, the best watch out there. More durable than anything else. More accurate than a Seiko spring drive. Mechanical watches need not apply. Seems that Mark doesn't carry this one, so he ignores it. Did he really think we wouldn't notice?
Actually Timex stopped making solars until recently started up solars again. My old solar Timex have died, whereas my 30 year old solar Casio continue to work normally on original batteries. The new solar Timex are nice looking watches. Only time will tell how long they last.
5:23 Gah. Those horrible hard keeper rings. They should have (to please me) used their really nice nylon keeper that doesn’t bang into stuff. It’s perfect on their smaller cheaper field watch. BTW no problem with the fiber case. Super well made.
Great question, I'd be interested about a hi beat solar myself because I'm super anal about seconds hands hitting their marks which is most of the reason I stick to digital quartz (but also because I'm a Casio nerd 😂). A hi beat quartz solar would be super cool.
A casio solar combined with multi band 6/wave ceptor is the goat of grab and go quartz.
I might have one of those :)
My Casio Multiband 6 Tough Solar G-Shock is a truly perpetual calendar watch. It even adjusts for Savings Time changes.
The Pro Trek line has the same features with a slightly less Rambo style. Casios are amazing value.
I've had Casio since early 80s, I've also worn a Rolly, but my favourite all time grab and go is 5610 square.
Casio have probably the widest range of solar watches. Seiko and Citizen are runners up by comparison.
This should be pinned! How dare someone not mentioning Casio when talking about solar watches.
thank you.
I wouldn't trade my OCW-T200 or GW-M5610 for anything.
And solar isn't even the best part of Casios. Solar and radio controlled seals the deal. Talk about set and forget. My oldest wave ceptor is still going strong on the same cell after 14 years.
@@JamesReillys
Indeed, perfect combo.
Most of my watches are Solar + Radio controlled.
Perfection.
My Bertucci A-3PS Solar Field Watch #13800 arrived in short order today. Thanks Marc, this watch is amazing.
No mention of g shock solar surprised me in intro
Maybe because LIW doesn't carry them, this channel after all is a mix of watch reviews and sales
Yeah that made me sad. Tough Solar is the best solar, I say this as an owner of both Citizen & Seiko solar.
Don't sell 'em!
It was possibly done to generate more comments.
might have solar but apart from being ugly they don't make a classic field watch.
I have 30 year old G-Shock Tough Solar still working on original batteries. Casio makes by far the best solar watches.
I haven't bought a watch in awhile but that titanium has everything I need. 24 hour numbers, screw down crown & solar. You keep coming out with stuff I gotta have.
thank you
I prefer the longer handsets on the polymer version. Lume also seems to be stronger as well.
This is easily your best thumbnail by far, haha. I'm always biased towards Citizen Eco-Drive, it was my very first expensive watch ($250 with a Kohl's coupon!) that my parents got for me in college.
glad you like it! My daughter took the photo
Casio
Yes, noted!
I have two bertucci's that I bought from Long Island watch! And they're both a part of my regular rotation! Great value for the money!
awesome to hear, thank you
Interesting intro to these watches. I’d add Casio into the viable Solar option. Either G-Shock or the Lineage collections offer some remarkable, value-driven watches.
Noted with thanks!
I love my solar, radio-controlled Pro Trek. Casio makes amazingly reliable and durable set-and-forget watches that you don't even need to set!
When I first heard of Bertucci I thought: "It's only missing solar." - et voilá. That titanium piece is the perfect field watch.
I'd still get an automatic Boldr Venture, because I'm a sentimental moron, but I do have several purely functional watches (Casio GW-M5610U and F-105W) and I love when I can put them on and do *stuff.*
There will be a lot of Casio and G-Shock fans chiming in on this video 😅
G-Shocks provide shock resistance, 200m water resistance, some models offer solar, multi-band 6, Bluetooth for accuracy and are light weight too. Citizen is also popular with their eco-drive lines 👍
Good segment, but as others have said Casio has been in the solar game for a very long time. There are many other options out there as well. Thanks Marc. Love Bertucci, I have two from you already.
Good point!
I love solar watches. Perfect put on and go watch. Always works. Most accurate.
When is an Islander solar watch coming out?? Spill the beans here!! Lol
still a work in progress
You can get a titanium Casio. With saphire, solar and radio controlled, for under $250. 😁
But this one is nice too 👍
You took the words right out of my mouth 😅 I have one, Casio Lineage, 165,€. Absolutely fantastic!
thanks!
And what about water resistance ?
@@giusepperocchi2979 That's the only bad thing about the Casio. It's only 50m.
Don’t like sapphire crystal. Sure it’s has ultimate scratch protection but not impact resistant like hardened mineral crystal..
As many have mentioned CASIO make quality solar watches......even with titanium (and the money on titanium is also the band (light weight and durable)...)
In Amazon Spain you can get a solar Citizen made out of titanium with a sapphire glass for €157 (about $167), but these Bertuccis do look good
That's a great deal!
Which Citizen? the BN0200?
@@stefpix
BN0200 doesn’t have sapphire.
Casio has "tough solar"
they do!
Everyone has Casio….mix it up, once in a while.
I really like both, especially the Titanium version.
BUT, I wish the Ti version had the same hands as the plastic/resin case. The hands are bigger and more legible AND the minute hand touches the tip of the minute markers, so very easy to tell the EXACT time as well 🙏✌️👍😀
As always, great video Mark!!! And I agree, I have a lot of solar watches, but I definitely have the most from my G-Shock collection. Tough Solar is their standard system and I won't buy anymore G-Shock's without it (except for the 2100 lineup). I wish Casio would release a Solar/Bluetooth GMA-S2100 lineup like the did with the GA-B2100 replicating the original GA-2100 CasiOak's 😢
I purchased one of the A-2T Solar Classic Titanium Field Watches with Brown Leather Strap #12803 the day (literally the minute) I got the email from Bertucci. Sorry Marc, I would have bought it from you if I knew you would have the Bertucci solar watches so soon. I have a number of Bertucci quartz watches and even the Bertucci automatic version with a Miyota 9 series movement. Bertucci quality is exceptional, and I agree, their bands are superb. This includes both their nylon and Horween leather bands. If you like field watches, and if you do not have a Bertucci, buy one! I am extremely pleased with all of mine, and the new solar and leather band are at the top of the heap. I do love manual/automatic watches, but solar really pretty much checks all the watch boxes. Reliability, long life, accuracy, low (no?) maintenance!
Casio also has solars.
Indeed they do
I have one Citizen Echo Drive dress watch that is about 20 years old and it still runs. Never had it serviced. I have several Casio solars that are a lot less money than these including Gshock solar Bluetooth watches for a lot less. Ranges from 45 dollars to 159.00
Never heard of “Echo Drive”..
I screwed up the spelling it's just eco drive@@e28forever30
Casio normal/gshock has this covered
As elegant as this? Maybe, I guess it's up to the user.
Got the Citizen BN0118-04E for 300£. Amazing watch, titanium, sapphire, 300m wr, kevlar strap. Second hand hits all the marks. But I like the Bertucci’s fixed lugs, there’s no chance they may snap off or break like springbars can.
I really like citizen, Casio and timex if I'm going solar.. Casio wise my choice is the protrek line over stuff like the G Shock line... I personally like having the ABC and temperature functionality ( altimeter barometer compass), plus I still have all the other stuff that comes along with most watches like timer, alarms, auto light ect... Me personally I use the protrek 340t.... even if you're not an Outdoorsman like me, it comes in handy for obvious reasons and the titanium makeup of the watch itself makes it very light.... Now for the timex, I use the Timex Men's Expedition Scout Solar-Powered 40mm Watch... I this is my watch I grab as a alternative to my protrek and as a beater watch for just doing day to day stuff ( gardening, cleaning, working on the car ect...)... It's simple and if I break it I'll just go out and buy a new one.. Most of the time they are under $60 (+/-)... Now for my around town, want something that looks nice but not too flashy and still has a military feild watch look with Aviation inspired dail for ease of readability I go with the Citizen Men’s Eco-Drive 3-Hand Date Avion Watch with Leather Strap (Style: AW1361:10H)... And honestly it all comes down to your taste in what you like but within each one of these lines for the citizen Casio and Timex they have a mass variety of color shape size yada Yada... but the one thing they all have in common is there all under $200 give or take, well the protrek can be upward of $300 ish, but honestly I can't see myself spending more than $300 unless it's a nice mechanical watch like a Hamilton khaki feild king of something like that... maybe it's just me but I rather have good functionality and a reason to wear something on my wrist other than the be something shiny for people to gawk at, usually the people who buy the nice big shiny things are not after quality, they are after that name brand stuff they can show off to their friends and be like look how fancy I am and how much money I have😂... and don't get me wrong there is a place and time where you might want to have that nice Rolex or that Hamilton ect... but honestly I still think it's a big waste of money... ask for the ones you show here, I have no experience with them but they seem pretty nice but still the price does not match the functionality and quality of what I'm going to be using it for... Just my opinion of course... Anyways, thought I'd share some of my favorite watches I use on a daily / in my rotation... Thank you for your time and the video 😎✌️
The black one on the green NATO is superb.
And, the real King of Solar is Casio Oceanus!❤
that's a cool watch
Casio GWM5610
Great new additions to the Bertucci line. I have two Bertucci’s and love them. Thanks Marc. Have a great day!
many thanks!
Citizen eco-drive is good stuff. Love Casio tough solar as well!
sure is, thank you
I been scouting for the A-2T with sapphire glass on their website for very long. But no response from their customer service. Glad that Marc are bringing these awesome spec watches. On my way grabbing one.
sweet, thank you
I’ve gone to only wearing solar Gs. Preferably with Bluetooth. No fiddling around with the crown anymore. Just link up once in a long while and bam! Accurate.
They will link automatically.
Just leave Bluetooth on, and the app opened, and voila, no worries.
I love my Casio Tough Solar with Multi Band 6. My next watch will probably be a Casio G Shock with the same features.
It's one thing to miss every 60 mark, but to miss every 5 index as well with the second hand?!? OUCH! High accuracy applies to position as well as time.
VAER has some great options too. With Sapphire Crystal.
I love solar and I love Titanium! It's a perfect combination.
Yes, thank you!
Don't forget Momentum watches. Probably the best deal for solar titanium. I love what Bertucci is doing though!
Casio is king when it comes to solar. My ten year old watch still working properly with no maintenance done to it. People who buy these expensive watches don't buy them to see the time but to collect or to admire the craftsmanship. Which I do love. But if you want an indestructible watch that will never fail you, only Casio can 😉
I’ve got an old Junghans SolarTek that is still running strong, as well as a few Seikos and Eco-drives and a solar Neo70s panda. I’m a fan of solar watches!
Cool, thanks for sharing.
@@islandwatch I actually learned about the Neo70s from one of your videos with the Urban Gentry, so thanks for that!
How accurate is the movement?
I love the new watches, Marc. I have a Bertucci glow in the dark. I bought the glow in the dark strap. It's so cool!
Marc, are you able to source solar watch components which have a perpetual calendar, or are those only available inside Seiko (i.e Astron) and Citizen (I.e. Attesa)? If so, I’d love to see you develop a solar line.
Wow, so basically, instead of a garbage SwatchPain, people can buy two ultra reliable solar Bertucci's 👍🏻😃
haha, you got it
I bought the Arnie from you Mark. Solar power is cool. Set it and forget it, for a couple years.
very true, thank you
I guess people are starting to see the light? Hahahaha! I'll see myself out! 😂🤣
nice one
I bought the Cartier Solarbeat because it was solar. Something about the fact that it's the first time Cartier did solar just mesmerized me
Great Video ! Was looking at the A-2T watch... But a crystal watch with Solar is GREAT ! Now if you can have Titanium with Tritium along with the Solar for a low price would be great... Think the Solar may use a Capacitor and not a battery... Hope the Capacitor does not leak. tjl
Hi! Are u sure both with Saphire glass? In the oficial webpage, the A-3PS says "hardener mineral"
That thumbnail is awesome.
thanks!
I have the Timex Expedition North Field Post Solar 36 mm and its a great watch, I think it has the same 6 month power reserve movement.
6 months is a great reserve.
Finally some competition for solar G-Shocks
I just ordered mine from LIW. Can't wait to get it.
Dude, that Brookville is pretty sweet.
Titanium, especially grade 2, is a soft metal and prone to scratches. Does Bertucci, like most other solar brand watches, use a harding coating on the case ?
No, but we do not use it on our Sandspoint either. Adding a coating tends to change the luster of the material.
I know it probably makes little sense for Bertucci, but I'd love to see the A1 with this solar movement. The lug-to-lug on their 40mm models is too large for my tiny wrist.
Cool Thumbnail. King Marc of Longisland
Thanks for sharing Marc.
Bertucci make fantastic watches.
Having a solar option on a titanium case … at that price?!? 😮
The ARE doing something right.
(I have 4 of them 😁👍🏼)
Dang, and here I thought this would be a solar Islander announcement, and you were crowning yourself King
save that for a future video
Any idea if or when the 40mm a2-t solars will be back in stock? 42mm is too chonky for my taste
Casio?
yeah, they got 'em
@@islandwatch I feel seen.
I forget the rules for adding "Swiss" to dial. Surprised me considering its an Epson movement. No complaints from me either way. Bertucci do make some nice watches.
That says enough about Swiss manufacturing, doesn’t it?
And still there are people who believe in Swiss fairytales..
Gardeners!?! 😂
Do you have one for Chief Cook and Bottle Washers? 🤣
Marc wow, wow, wow I love the value of these watches, I must have that titanium one. You should do joint branding with these guys. I love the smooth lines and efficient design of the case, face and use of those awesome straps. Solar watches are truely the best grab and go. I weekly sun my watches along the window sill to keep them topped up. You have hit a home run with these watches. Go Bertucci!
Mark any possible Islander solar’s in the future?.. I have a few Citizen and Seiko Solar watches.. I love them.
Hey Mark, just wanted to give you a heads up. You have a typo on the front page of your website. "Stating" instead of Starting for the Bertucci watches.
got it, thanks.
Will these charge by indoor lighting as well as sunlight? Thanks for the video.
Yes, absolutely. The benefit of outdoor light is it has more energy density (flux)
What options do i have if i want a solar iso diver chrono with sapphire crystal? Same combo in titanium?
I can't stop laughing at your thumbnail
:)
Marc, is the fiber reinforced case a smaller dial than the titanium? It appears that way but maybe that’s the case creating an optical illusion.
I read somewhere early citizen eco-drive using capacitor it's has less power reserve only for few days up to weeks but crazy long lifespan as long it's well protected from moisture and and extreme temperature so there is citizen eco-drive that already 20+ years but never need capacitor change. but today most of the solar watch using lithium which has up to 10 month power reserve but has shorter lifespan due to limited charge cycle probably up to 8 years.
Is there such a thing as a full lume solor quartz watch? That would be my perfect watch. Add titanium case and fixed lugs and the thing becomes indestructible.
With all quartz type watches ,I think as long second hand hits those marks right.
U good!
agreed!
Casio , pro trek best in solar tech !
Marc, how do these compare to Lumtec solar?
Solar Quartz is indeed the best movt. Abt 20-25 yrs of maintenance-free operation for Casio. Even a Cartier Solar Beat is listed as 15 yrs of operation.
for sure!
The Momentum Smokejumper Eclipse is 38mm, solar, titanium, and only $265.
Seiko Solaris perpetual watch is awesome…once you figure out the alarm function lol
Do these use a battery or capacitor to hold the charge? Thank you.
Solar watches use a very special type of rechargeable battery. They are sometimes described as capacitors because of the way that they work, but they are most definitely batteries which use exotic materials to allow thousands of full charge discharge cycles without deteriorating. Typically such batteries will last between 10 and 20 years subject to daily use and abuse. With a bit more care a lifetime of well over 20 years can be expected.
rechargeable battery
I loved my Ecodrive until I thought the battery died after about ten years...turns out it was the movement itself that died. Wasn't worth replacing. I guess that could happen with any movement, but it didn't live up to the hype at the time.
that is quite true; there are duds in every mix.
Can a regular quartz movement be replaced and convert it to solar?
You would need to install the photovoltaic cells. Usually,in the form of a dial. So,you are looking at replacing the entire movement with a Solar Dial. Unless you are very fond of the watch case… .😬
Nice. It looks like the second hand is hitting the marks. Did the polymer model have a cyclops on the date?
yup
The first three I think of are; Citizen, G Shock and Timex. Seiko doesn't even enter the equation for me.
Casio
noted!
will you consider making the Brookville in a larger case and dial? I like the abalone and linen I just can’t do a 38
We have the Upper Brookville which is 42mm
@@islandwatch I’ll check that out!
I was just curious can you remove a quartz movement and replace it with a solar movement.
only if their interface in the case the same. . . likely. . . NO
@@islandwatch, Thank you
Do you know if Bertucci has plans to make the titanium in 42mm?
I do not, sorry!
The only quartz I consider is mecha-quartz. With their quality, price, and designs I wish Casio, Bulova, and Citizen would dive into the mechanical world more deeply.
Nobody beats the Wiz!
Yeah, I sorta look like that.
Maybe Crazy Eddie could have.
@@hugejohnson5011 Ha!
I'm looking for "my" ideal watch: titanium, 40mm x about 11mm, tritium and lume, saphire & AR, with date complication.
Casio G shock #5610. Bang for the buck, the best watch out there. More durable than anything else. More accurate than a Seiko spring drive. Mechanical watches need not apply. Seems that Mark doesn't carry this one, so he ignores it. Did he really think we wouldn't notice?
Do you really think he cares?
Timex has been making Solar watches for years.
Actually Timex stopped making solars until recently started up solars again. My old solar Timex have died, whereas my 30 year old solar Casio continue to work normally on original batteries. The new solar Timex are nice looking watches. Only time will tell how long they last.
My G Shock Casio Oak Solar Bluetooth is a chick magnet, what are you waiting for, mine was 130 USD.
Orient has several impressive sundials, such as the Neo Tokyo
This was definitely a logical next step for Bertucci. Thanks for the great reviews.
thanks for watching.
What make of Solar Quartz movement do these have in them?
Epson
Vaer makes a lovely solar, the D4.
They sure do, I do like that watch.
Very nice
5:23 Gah. Those horrible hard keeper rings. They should have (to please me) used their really nice nylon keeper that doesn’t bang into stuff. It’s perfect on their smaller cheaper field watch. BTW no problem with the fiber case. Super well made.
thanks John
Que buena propuesta, materiales, colores ❤ y solar.
Gracias!
Does any company make a hi-beat solar? Like a VH31 but solar?
Great question, I'd be interested about a hi beat solar myself because I'm super anal about seconds hands hitting their marks which is most of the reason I stick to digital quartz (but also because I'm a Casio nerd 😂). A hi beat quartz solar would be super cool.
It would be a decent drain on the battery. . . but I have not seen one.