In 1971, I was a 20 year student. I bought this watch and made $7.45 a month payments on it. After watching your show I found the watch! It still works! Not bad for a $90 watch. Oh ya, thanks to Goodman's Jewelry for selling it to me.
@@WatchCrunchOfficial I appreciate the advice! I’ve seen a couple for sale by grey market dealers, although they’re priced pretty high and never on a bracelet. Definitely keeping my eye for the right one, thanks again!
Love the rich history and beauty of this time piece, definitely a great conversation starter, and one to add in the collection box! A great find indeed, thanks Max!
As I mentioned a couple years back on another posting I had this watch stolen in Vietnam in 1969 while serving with the 7th Marine Regiment. Bought it in '68 on layaway from a jewelry store in San Diego for $100! Loved that watch. Often wonder where it might be today. Hope the SOB that stole it was KIA...
My 7004A is an early model that was gifted to my father by my grandparents when he started his Navy career in 1969. Although it did not go to the moon I often think about all of the exotic places it went with him during his 20yrs as a submariner during the Cold War era.
Amazing video, Max. I really enjoyed it. I found your video because I did a search for a watch my grandfather gave me about 20 years ago when I was still really young- and it wasn’t until I got into watches as a hobby that I realized how special his gift was: it is a 1960s Wittnauer Professional World-Time Chronograph 7004B. There are NO videos online about this watch. I really hope you do one in the future on the 7004B!
“Almost went to the moon” what an honour. It’s like me: If i would have been better at Basketball, I would have made it to the NBA. At least in my dreams :-)
@@WatchCrunchOfficial mine is a 61' with water damage hands, witch has a beautiful wet cardboard color (trust me it looks good) all of my markers are still intact and well patinaed and I have the regular hour hand instead of the arrow (witch I preffer) my bezel is lightly damaged on the edgest but nothing to bad
It was the Longines-Wittnauer 235T with a Valjoux 72 movement. The Rolex was the Rolex 6238 that has the same Valjoux 72 movement. Omega contrasts their 321 caliber vs. the Valjoux 72 as being more durable in extreme situations with more vibrations.
6:14 - Hey mate, what speedmaster is that? Super amazing model. Great video, I really like the Wittnauer 7004A and had never heard of it before this video.
I have a Wittnauer 3525/14A that is very similar: red bezel, black dial, and a 7733 but it has silver subdials, different hands, and larger tritium markers. They both are bargains compared to the Longines 30CH 7981-3 (which I would love to own)
Liked your video, very informative, and the watch looks great. You asked about other watches with red bezel and black dial. I own a Hamilton Khaki Navy Frogman with red dial and back bezel.
I really enjoyed this Max. The details you mention on how Wittnauer, Rolex and the other brands failed during testing, where did you get that information From? I'd love to read more about it.
Hi Max, I really enjoy your channel and the videos you create. I’m a chef/restauranteur living and working in Taiwan. I’m wondering if you would mind if we connect directly, offline. I’d like to pick your brain and ask for your opinion on something.
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imagine waking up to this video. Blessing
Good morning
I don't have to imagine
Buenas dias amigos 🌞
In 1971, I was a 20 year student. I bought this watch and made $7.45 a month payments on it. After watching your show I found the watch! It still works! Not bad for a $90 watch. Oh ya, thanks to Goodman's Jewelry for selling it to me.
Crazy story Rod! Glad to hear you are reunited 😊
Hey Max,I didn't know that brand.Thanks. At the first glance thought it was the Longines Heritage 1967 Diver...ciao from Italia and keep it up!!!
What's up Leandro! Glad you learned something with me🤓. Cheers
My favourite watch channel on TH-cam does it again! 🥰
Appreciate you Ariff, I'll keep em coming 😎
Great video, as always!
Thanks brother 👊
wooooah, this was so educational! Thank you so much!
Thanks home girl 😁
Another great video, but I've come to expect no less from this channel.
Thanks Joel, appreciate the comment 👍🤓
Another spectacular presentation Max! You completely sold me on this watch, now I feel like I have to add it to the collection!
Take your time searching Dave, I passed on 3 before settling on this one. Best of luck!
@@WatchCrunchOfficial I appreciate the advice! I’ve seen a couple for sale by grey market dealers, although they’re priced pretty high and never on a bracelet. Definitely keeping my eye for the right one, thanks again!
Love the rich history and beauty of this time piece, definitely a great conversation starter, and one to add in the collection box!
A great find indeed, thanks Max!
As I mentioned a couple years back on another posting I had this watch stolen in Vietnam in 1969 while serving with the 7th Marine Regiment. Bought it in '68 on layaway from a jewelry store in San Diego for $100! Loved that watch. Often wonder where it might be today. Hope the SOB that stole it was KIA...
Great video, the intro drawing is awesome
Thanks! You can say I'm a chrono guy 😉
My 7004A is an early model that was gifted to my father by my grandparents when he started his Navy career in 1969. Although it did not go to the moon I often think about all of the exotic places it went with him during his 20yrs as a submariner during the Cold War era.
How cool! Always adds to the experience when it comes with a story!
Amazing video, Max. I really enjoyed it. I found your video because I did a search for a watch my grandfather gave me about 20 years ago when I was still really young- and it wasn’t until I got into watches as a hobby that I realized how special his gift was: it is a 1960s Wittnauer Professional World-Time Chronograph 7004B. There are NO videos online about this watch. I really hope you do one in the future on the 7004B!
Wow Mike, I just looked up the 7004B and what a striking watch! Great story 👍
I remember this brand, but never owned any models!
Great review, bro✌
Thanks man, Wittnauer is great. Very bold designs 👍
Wow! Thanks for the great video! I really enjoyed it.
Cheers spencer! Hope to meet ya soon in person 👍
“Almost went to the moon” what an honour. It’s like me: If i would have been better at Basketball, I would have made it to the NBA. At least in my dreams :-)
Yep, and I almost dunk in almost every game I play 😆
Just cuz it wasnt micheal jordan doesnt mean it didnt play pro ball
Another great video man! 👍 Awesome looking watch ⌚
Appreciate the comment Kyle, glad you liked the video 🤓
Was my first big wartch purches, probably the best looking vintage watch in its price range
It's such a hidden gem! Hope you find that bezel, is yours almost white?
@@WatchCrunchOfficial mine is a 61' with water damage hands, witch has a beautiful wet cardboard color (trust me it looks good) all of my markers are still intact and well patinaed and I have the regular hour hand instead of the arrow (witch I preffer) my bezel is lightly damaged on the edgest but nothing to bad
Nice video Max
Thanks Bobby 👍.
It was the Longines-Wittnauer 235T with a Valjoux 72 movement. The Rolex was the Rolex 6238 that has the same Valjoux 72 movement. Omega contrasts their 321 caliber vs. the Valjoux 72 as being more durable in extreme situations with more vibrations.
Thanks for the info clay. Yes I had pics of the 235t and the 242t in there for good measure 👍
Another great video Max. What a stunning watch ❤️ wish you success on your online shop brother!
Thanks Miguel, you rock brotha👊
6:14 - Hey mate, what speedmaster is that? Super amazing model. Great video, I really like the Wittnauer 7004A and had never heard of it before this video.
Longines / Wittnauer made some beauties! The only other red bezel chrono I can think of is the gold plated Speedmaster Mark II.
They really did! Oh yeah, that was a speedy fitting for a drug lord 😎
That was a sweet intro - RIP Michael Collins
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Thanks Gabriel! He was the loneliest 😢
hey did bulova finally reduce the size of their moon watch?
I have a Wittnauer 3525/14A that is very similar: red bezel, black dial, and a 7733 but it has silver subdials, different hands, and larger tritium markers. They both are bargains compared to the Longines 30CH 7981-3 (which I would love to own)
Beautiful watch! Wittnauer was killing it back then!
Check the Wittnauer 242T
Liked your video, very informative, and the watch looks great. You asked about other watches with red bezel and black dial. I own a Hamilton Khaki Navy Frogman with red dial and back bezel.
Thanks for the comment! That hammy is large and in charge 💪
I really enjoyed this Max. The details you mention on how Wittnauer, Rolex and the other brands failed during testing, where did you get that information From? I'd love to read more about it.
Morgan! How are ya buddy. Here check out this interview, fascinating details:. th-cam.com/video/XOLpxwskvwc/w-d-xo.html
@@WatchCrunchOfficial Good here bud, hope all going well with you and thanks for the link, that was excellent.
I would rather have wittnauer become the astronaut watches
I think they could've pulled it off and it would've saved the company
I really need a new bezel for mine, if anyone knows where to source it, i would love the help
"Bezels from this era did not click..." Don't tell Doxa. Theirs did click.
Good call!
Hi Max, I really enjoy your channel and the videos you create. I’m a chef/restauranteur living and working in Taiwan. I’m wondering if you would mind if we connect directly, offline. I’d like to pick your brain and ask for your opinion on something.
Sure Bob, email me at haute1ones@gmail.com
They never did go to the Moon.