I know this video is old by now, but Bertucci really takes care of the military. I went to order a titanium one for myself for a deployment, and I had mentioned I had a couple of guys under me that I was looking at getting watches for. They sent my seven watches when I had only paid for one. Not a single watch was destroyed on that deployment, and they went through hell.
I have a couple of Bertucci watches. I like them for their simple, no-nonsense design and construction. I get the attraction of mechanical field watches. I own some as well. However, if you're really interested in durability, a solid quartz movement will be much more durable than a mechanical (in most situations). If you drop your mechanical 4 feet onto a hard floor, chances are it will have to be regulated, because you've at least jarred the lever on the balance bridge. With a quartz, just pick it up an move on with your day.
I bought this watch in July of 2019. I've been wearing on the job site every day since. It's a solid watch that takes a lot of abuse. 8 going on 9 months isn't a super long time, but I've broken watches in less time. Definitely like the overbuilt strap, and I put a film on the crystal to prevent scratches. One thing you didn't mention is the (not)spring bars integrated into the body making it virtually impossible to have a failure due to strap or spring bars, this is good when you're lifting and moving heavy stuff on site every day. Also, I own a bunch of automatics but I leave this watch in my work bag over the weekend. It's nice to not have to reset the time on it after two days off. Sometimes quartz it the answer. Might also be worth mentioning the Bertucci you reviewed is the Lithium model with a promised 10 year battery life. For $30 less you can get essentially exactly the same watch with a standard battery that lasts 3 years. I don't work for Bertucci, and truth be told, now that I own one of their watches I likely won't buy another because this thing may never break or wear out. Thanks for the reviews. Always love watching your channel.
My first Bertucci watch was the A-1S and the battery lasted over 5 years. Given it was not a lithium battery I was really impressed with the life of the battery. I have the A-2T high polish watch on the way with the Swiss Rhonda 715 quartz movement and can't wait to check it out. These are awesome watches. I have used the A-1S working in the shop and going primitive camping and have not had any issues with it. Bertucci also offers a refurbishment program that is pretty good too. I had got two major chips in the crystal, my fault not the watches, and so I dropped the money and got a fully refurbished watch with a warranty for 1/2 the price of a new watch.
@@ArnavKathuriapersonal Solid. I haven't had to change the battery yet though I'm coming up on 3 years so soon. Same strap. It isn't fraying though it is stiffer than ever. Thankfully it's formed to my wrist. It's a keeper. I have a Casio 5600 for at home (the Bertucci lives at work) and there's nothing wrong with the Casio but the Bertucci feels more robust. I'd be afraid of shredding the plastic strap of the Casio and maybe losing the watch. That won't happen with the Bertucci.
I don’t know about you, but I am pretty tired of this anti quartz snob thing. What foolishness. There is definitely room in my collection for a great grab and go quartz watch. Especially as a beater, for the beach, or for travel.
Agreed. There's no doubt that there's a certain "romance" to a mechanical movement, but if you boil it down to functionality, quartz are just better (and cheaper) timekeepers. I liken this to analog audio vs digital arguments. There's a place for both!
in my watch snob journey its much like my beer snob journey. I used to scoff at Budweiser versus craft beer, now I'll gladly take a Budweiser. in the watch game quartz used to a joke....but just like the Budweiser, a quartz is no BS and will get the job done in the moment. You arent going to have people walking up asking "wow what beer os that?" people simply acknowledge that you are drinking a beer and move on.
I've got 2 mechanical watches that I'm always having to reset before wear due to them hitting their 40 hour reserve time or something and going to sleep. I like quartz watches and most batteries for them go a good year or longer and if it looks cool, why not.
Until you need to replace the battery. But if you insist, there's always classic Casio G-Shocks or the new Marathon Pilot/Navigators with a easy access battery hatch on the back (and sapphire crystal).
I think the cardboard packaging is intentional. It's to immitate the old school US military cardboard boxes that rations came in. It's a very distinctive look. Brown/beige non corrugated cardboard with text printed on it.
Bertucci field watches are AWESOME! I've destroyed "tough" mechanical watches when mountain biking just from the shaking and bouncing. Also, the solid lug bars are great for active sports; I've also lost 2 watches when mountain biking due to broken spring bars. You should note that you can get Bertucci field watches with sapphire crystal and, in the "Americana" series, can get very tough, all metal, hand assembled in America quartz movements as well. The 4 o'clock crown is great as it doesn't dig into the back of one's hand when cycling. I love my Bertucci and have not yet found anything even close in comparison for truly active sports.
This was an enlightening read. You might just have saved me a lot of money and heartache. 😂 I’m an active dude that does all sorts. So a mechanical/Automatic watch more than likely isn’t for me. 😂
@ninjasrose1653 ya mechanical watches are more for watch collectors IMO. This guy complains about the seconds hand not hitting all the markers but people buy mechanical watches in the thousands and non of them are going to keep as accurate time as even a cheap quartz watch, yes they look pretty but they loose seconds everyday so it's kind of funny how "snobs" complain about quartz watches not hitting every second to me Not to mention this cheap watch could probably take more abuse then a Rolex if your talking real outdoor stuff. We all have our own preferences and that's ok but quartz watches won't fail you period.
I've got to admit I'm not a huge "field Watch Fan" as a fashion statement. And I appreciate Quartz only as an utilitarian feature. A true "field watch" to me is literally a watch that I am going to wear in the field. As a former Marine this to me is a part of my survival gear meaning it must be virtually indestructible, water proof to the highest level (at least 200m) and dependable. All this can be accomplished by your cheapest G-Shock, Mine i bought at Walmart on sale for $45 15 years ago and it has survived Caving, Repelling, Mountain Biking, White water Kayaking, Multi-Day Hikes on the Appalachian Trail, and has still served me well as a part of my essential gear as a Medical Responder. What many describe as a "Modern Field Watch" is what I would consider an "Everyday watch" a watch that will go from work to play to casual dining with the wife seemlessly. For that my pick is the Orient Ray II on a basic nato band and at around $120 I still get a mechanical in house movement that connects me with the piece like I've never experience with any Quartz.
Agreed. I was USAF, and we wore G-shocks. To me, a field watch has to encompass these four features: 1. Lume, whether by tritium tubes or superluminova. 2. A compass. 3. A countdown timer. 4. Solar power. To me, that's the ultimate field watch.
Thanks so much for the finally fabled review of Bertucci’s. I own entirely too many models than I’d like to admit, and these little dudes get the job done (on a decent budget) like no other watch I’ve ever owned.
Alexandre and a rugged, automatic field watch is kind of an oxymoron. You really don’t want an automatic if you expect to truly beat the piss out of it.
@@bkstarkey As an overall choice I'd pick a Gshock for that. But, if it's the zombie apocalypse and batteries aren't guaranteed, I'd pick a spring drive watch.
I gree with you there, in the field or outdoor activities they get a bashing, autos and such don't like it, that's what a beater is for? Or am I missing something here.
I think quartz movements are far better option in a field watch, so much less to worry about and so much more accurate, I have that watch for $180 with a Swiss Movement and the markets hit perfectly and Marc at Long Island watch has it every Black Friday for $99!
Exactly. I have automatics, I also have quartz. 9 times out of 10, I leave the house wearing a quartz watch. I just hate futzing with the automatics every time I want to wear one.
I've had my A-2T for a year now and adore it, regular NATO or the thick leather one piece it came with. Wears like a dream(titanium case) and takes a beating but keeps on tickin.
I bought a 38mm Lorus titanium field watch with a seiko quartz movement and 100m water resistance - amazing value at £30 - c $35! The seconds hand lines up perfectly too. (I also have the same Vaer field watch you show - absolutely love it!
That case is fantastic. Really love the bezel. Color scheme is great, and excellent water resistance too. Won't lie though, wish it had a sapphire crystal. And maybe a 150m or 100m auto version with a display caseback would f'n sexy option.
Thanks for the unboxing of that microbrand. I can forgive the disalignement, but not the lack of a sapphire cristal and the cheap movement. At last what you want of a field watch is reliability and thougness, all other stuff are a bonus. Keep the good work.
Jory, Thanks for finally reviewing the Bertucci. I have been wearing the A1s for well over a year now and love the thing. It's a great grab and go watch with its screw down crown, integrated lugs, and good lume. Yes its quartz, but I'm really ok with that on a beater watch. The best part is, its under 60 bucks on Amazon. Really hard to beat. Thanks again for the review and I love your channel.
I would go with a mechanical movement as well but the clever crown and design of the bertucci for me are reason enough to buy one. I just dig the look and functionality, would buy a second bertucci if they made a automatic version in a hearthbeat.
Jory, I just wanted to say you rock dude! I haven't been a longtime subscriber, but ever since watching one of your videos I am now an avid fan and follower. Much of my life is spent in hospitals and while recuperating from surgeries, I fill that time with The Time Teller. Thank you.
I have this model, and I take it hiking all the time, it's been abused in dirt, water ,cold and hot. It stands up to the abuse. Even been in the ocean and no effect. I like quartz, I hate to be chained to just one watch. This watch has done the job,considering the price paid. No complaints, Great overall
I’ve had a few bertuccis, I like the fixed lug bars, if you have a few different natos you switch between it makes it so easy and the natos that come with them are quality. The watch itself is just okay but for the money I like to keep one around for hiking and working outside when I’m not feeling like a gshock.
I think that with this watch it boils down to wether you like the looks of it or not. Except for the titanium case it is a basic Quartz watch. But If you're into field watches I think you can see the appeal of it. It's a good looking field watch in my opinion (I don't mind the quartz movement), the shape of the case is very cool. Bertucci is a brand with much experience with military watches, so you get that as well. A good watch to buy in my opinion. Great review, Jory (I only remember the scientist character).
A few years back I had 2 Bertucci A2S Field watches. The first one dropped its second hand within a couple months of daily wear. The second one had a dead "4 year" battery in less than a month. All that said... I can't get past all the really great simplicity and features of this watch. Thank you for this walk-around. It makes me feel better about the deal I just got on this particular watch from a local adventure outfitter. Looking forward to seeing if this one serves better than the previous two.
It’s a nice watch! I feel like this would be a great watch for someone who isn’t overly picky. It seems practical and it looks sweet. Clearly a lot of thought has gone into the design. But, yes, a lot of unnecessary marketing.
I wore a Bertucci from around 2014-2017. Loved the look and feel of the watch but it did not last very long on my wrist. I went through 2 of them with the 3 years. Both times the hands would break off inside the face.
Same here one lost a hand the second watch something broke inside none would turn now my third replacement isn't working anymore it's just slowing down even with new battery 😢 pretty disappointed
I bought this watch, white dial, about 6 months ago for about $110. Love it. It’s durable, legible, quartz accuracy with 200m water resist and the stock Zulu/NATO is thick and durable. Highly recommend this watch.
FYI: My Bertucci (A-2T Vintage, made 7/2019, which is carved into the case back for some reason) has a Swiss quartz movement and sapphire crystal (in addition to the titanium case). The seconds hand is perfectly aligned with the second/minute marks on the face. The single-pass strap is thick and tough as hell. It runs about +4 seconds per month. I love mine. Oh, and the lume on mine is excellent.
@@JSteveCorreia Yes, that's the one. On the page on the Bertucci site with the list of the A-2Ts, the one I got is at the bottom (with sapphire). Also, the last model only had 100m WR, and some places are still selling that one. Mine has 200. I think the A-2T Vintage dial is modeled after a US standard issue Vietnam watch. You can't go wrong with this watch.
The "Fold & Tuck System" actually is a unique thing. Those stitched hash-marks at the end of the band help friction-lock the folded tip under the keeper. Kinda neat, really. I have the A-6A aluminum model, which is a bit more streamlined in design. Incredibly legible and pleasing dial design. And whatever minor choices were made with the case dimensions and shape were exactly the correct ones, too. Great (and affordable) field watch.
All hail Bertucci's Brick Oven Pizza & Pasta in Framingham! You brought back some great childhood memories for me also Jory, sure miss that place. Getting ever closer to 100k subs with this superb content. Cheers to NH powerlifting brotha! 🍻🍺🍺👏👏👍
@@thetimeteller It would be great to have a meal there again, haven't been back in ages. Still amazed that Brady left our Patriots for Tampa...rather than just retiring. Some brick oven pizza from our old hotspot would help ease some of this craziness lately. 🍕🍕🍕🍺👍
I've bought the cheapest 'fibre reinforce poly-resin' version of this watch for less than half the price and am very happy with it. I like the strap too and they make a rubber watch guard for extra protection. Mine misses the markers occasionally but I don't spend time watching the second hand - I just need it to show me the watch is working. I can also remember what day it is so I don't need the date complication either which is not on the cheaper model. I think that Bertucci have expanded their range since this video. They now have models with the Ameriquartz movement as well as Swiss and Japanese movements. You can now also get them in resin, aluminium, steel and titanium and with sapphire. They also have ceramic coated and luminous cases. More expensive mechanical field watches seem like an oxymoron to me. Ideally field watches should be tough, reliable, accurate, easy to read, light, compact and replaceable. If I bought a more expensive watch I would be frightened to wear it in 'the field'.
I’ve just ordered one of these Bertucci watches for my nephew whose joining the British Army in October , I looked at numerous watches but this came out on top only time will tell I suppose.
I was pleasantly surprised to see you do a video of this watch. This is the watch I wear most now on weekends as it is perfect around the house, out in the yard, going pick up groceries or food etc. it is Saturday and I have it on now. I really like this style for a casual weekender type watch. I had a similarly styled Seiko automatic which just fit me too small, plus it did had a worse water resistance and was not titanium so I sold. Plus for this type of watch the quartz actually is better as the Seiko automatic lost power so quickly so i was constantly resetting it which was a pain as the crown was tiny. For my nicer automatics I do have a winder. However, this is great just toss into a drawer or on a shelf and it is always ready to go. 4 things sold me on this watch. 1) Style/attractive watch 2) Titanium, love the lightweight feel especially for summers in Florida where I live. 3) Water resistance 200 meters 4) Price i paid $130 brand new. Plus i don’t notice any issues with my second hand it seems spot on, yay, not that i care. Overall tough to beat an attractive, titanium watch with 200 meters of water resistance in the sub $150 price range.
I bought the Bertucci A-2T in Oct of 2015. Sapphire crystal, 10 year lithium battery, Japanese movement. I wear it 5 days a week, 8 months a year. I brutalize this watch most every day I wear it. I paid $184. on Amazon. Best money I’ve ever spent on a work watch. I wear this watch on the cheapest NATO strap I can find. The band that comes with the watch is VERY heavy duty. If I were to get hung-up in a piece of farm machinery with the original strap, my hand would come off before the strap failed. I’m hoping the cheap strap fails before my hand does. If you're thinking about buying this watch, just do it. You won't regret it.
I was going to say Orient Defender blows them all away and then boom, you went and mentioned it. Field watches are my favourite subset of watches so thanks for sharing. 🍺
I bought the Bertucci with the composite high impact plastic without the day function and am very happy with it. It makes a fashion statement while out hiking, and can take a licking and keep on ticking, for 70% of the price of the titanium. You can't be caught out hiking without the proper field watch. It screams, I'm there, man, and I want to look good.
I bought my bertucci watch at2 in 2021 use it every day, in fact im wearing it right now. I also ride motocross, enduro and have worn the watch every time in the mud through trees you name it, and its working like new, it still has the original battery so at least in my experience its a geat watch cost me like $60-70, for the price range, durability and looks its a no brainer, planing to buy another one in a few months.
I haven’t seen all of your videos as to be able to mention all of your characters but one thing I’m sure is you’re doing a great job! Btw thanks for helping me which G-shock i wanted to get! The DW-5600 sure was the best choice! Keep up the good work!
I have 2 Bertucci's both 40mm. The first is titanium 200m with sapphire crystal and the second is the black fibre resin case w/50m water resistance. I put the Titanium on a tri color blk/olive/red Crown & Buckle Nato strap. Looks very sharp. Lum on both is stellar. Olive green Bertucci band for the black one. Both are dead accurate. Have many watches but Bertucci gets the use.
Got a stainless steel version and really love it. Gets more comments and compliments than any other affordable watch I own. Fits great too, but not so much with the provided strap. I have 6.75 inch wrists, and the thickness of the provided strap causes the strap to bulge out a bit. I put it on a bond style elastic single pass nato and it's frickin awesome now. Super comfortable and fits like a glove.
Jory! You are the best! Your enthusiasm and positivity is just infectious!! I love the watch and a huge benchmade fan, currently carting the bugout. This field watch is for sure rad!
Actually, the strap is great and does have a retention feature. There are extra lines of stitching that cross the band at the end. That stitching actually provides enough of a detent to make a big difference. I actually have bought Bertucci straps for other watches. They are that good and superior to most other zulu/nato type straps.
I bought the Vaer Quartz watch. I like the style over the other 3 watches, It looks like one of the famous "Dirty Dozen" watches used in WW2. You can easily Dress the Vaer up for a Date/Job. Or put a Nato strap on it and go Surfing, Camping, Mountain Climbing, Air Racing, ect... Did I mention the Vaer is assembled in the Good Old U.S.A.?
I'd venture that Bertucci probably knows no one cares about the specific kind of nylon in the wrist strap, but they're required include that free marketing for the strap company on that tag as part of their contract with them.
I gave it a like but one very important feature about Bertucci is the fixed pins. The body and pins are machined out of one piece making it extremely durable but forget about putting on a 2 piece fancy strap. Zulu or Nato (or other one piece) strap it is. I really like the Bertucci straps since they are as tough as the watch. In the old days they used to have automatic mechanical watches but they were more expensive of course. I did replace a 3 year battery on my Bertucci myself with no problems at all. They also have 4 or 5 years and in your case the Lithium 10 years battery. Buying a new battery every few years (and change it yourself) is much cheaper than having your mechanical watch serviced. With these fixed pins and therefor limited strap options this will never be a dress watch but always a rugged field watch as intended.
I have had my bertucci for more than two years. Its been through some serious abuse and held up beautifully. I use it mostly as a work watch and for hiking.
Okay this wasn't easy but here is my list (fingers crossed) and don't any one dare copy this list🧐🤨 Mr. lasagne, German time teller, In spector time teller, shinola fan boy, Invicta fan boy (assuming they are characters), alter ego Kevin, John Wayne, John thick, special agent Goodman, director jory, old man jory, special agent Harter, Kimpton southerbee, Dr korban pupscreicht (er... not sure about the spelling 🤔), dj rollie polie, Emilio largo, donn snacchi, fabit, baby face Goodman, David Beckham (even though that's a real person), tiktok timekeeper, zodiac Kevin, papa john, and I'm going to watch more videos and look for them and then edit this and add them! Thank you so much Jory for offering this up for a giveaway, I think I speak for all of your fan boys when I say we really appreciate it!
Darn, I’m a new subscriber and watch enthusiast so I’m not sure about your characters, but do always enjoy when you imitate “fanboys” of certain watch brands or rant about certain watches haha. Hopefully someday I’ll have answers to these giveaways. This watch would be a great gift for my uncle, he’s into outdoor gear and think this watch would be right up his alley. Been trying to get him into watch collecting. Maybe I can find a good deal on one. Great review 👍.
I'm a firefighter and I need an accurate and tough watch. I think I will buy the Bertucci because it has a quartz movement and is therefore the most accurate and toughest watch out off the bunch.
Bertucci’s Pizza!!! Place went squarely down hill but it was over when they screwed with the rolls. They suck now 😩 Warms my heart every time you mention NH (grew up on the MA North Shore then 10 years in Cambridge before defecting to NYC)
Greetings from northen Sweden and a fellow watch entusiast. Great review. I have a Bertucci A-3P Nato as a beater and it does take a beating as I am a mechanic on city buses. It's been soaked in old motoroil and drenched in antifreeze, I have been carving out dirt and mud from the wheelhouses and you name it. It just keeps on ticking and barely a scratch on it as it's a fiber shell. I did put it on another strap as it was a bit over kill in my opinion. I guess you can put the strap on the towtruck and pull the bus along with it,, hahaha, joking but a tough strap.
I wanted a bertucci for a while. Found a dealer in Connecticut and went to check them out. They had almost all the variants which are a lot. They have a Swiss quartz, sapphire, titanium. And they also had swiss eta versions too. The autos were far too expensive I thought over $400 and for my taste the I didn’t like how they all wore.
I like Bertucci. I got mine on eBay, it was a special edition made for Case-Harvester, it came with the watch and three straps for about $70.00 It's a good beater watch.
I have 8 automatic watches, 2 quartz ... I prefer the automatic ones, but for work, camping, climbing and mountaineering, mountaineering and etc., I prefer quartz or digital. If you are unlucky to break or spoil them, I prefer it to be a 100usd watch and not a 500usd automatic. In fact, quartz watches keep time better ... If you don't want to have to wind up or change the battery, choose an Ecodrive for example ... you won't have to worry about that for many years! ;)
It's February 8th, 2021: @ 24:00 near the end, you mention this giveaway Bertucci field watch was in RE COG KNIT ION of getting close to 100K subscribers and it's a sign of appreciation. WELL Jordy today you have nearly 100K views (90,119) and as you know there are 154K subscribers. Good job!
Great and thorough review. And a serious consideration for a rough-service daily wearer. Thanx! p.s. For me, the weight of the strap's a selling point.
Greetings from northen Sweden and a fellow watch entusiast. Great review. I have a Bertucci A-3P as a beater and it does take a beating as I am a mechanic on city buses so it's a harsh enviroment. It's been soaked in old motoroil and drenched in antifreeze and it just keeps on ticking, it's got a few nicks on that raised bezel but that's about it. I rather like it and the one thing about it is that it's almost too light wheigt, I like to feel the watch on my wrist. Oh yeah,, that strap is hardcore heavy duty. Stay safe and take care.
Nice work, but you forgot to mention the 10 year lithium battery. Also I totally agree with what you say about their marketing. I’ve had this watch for a couple months now (60 bucks new online), and because I’m very hard on my gear, she’s a keeper.
This is a hard challenge but I'll take a crack at it. Papa John, Fabit Don's pizza, Don Sinacci, baby face Goodman, David Beckham, Simton Sutherbee, John Thick, Kevin zodiac, German accent, inspector timeteller, special agent Goodman, and I believe Hans German scientist, the nighthawk. I know I'm missing a tone. I love the look of this watch, and would love to see it on my wrist, but I think I agree with you, there Orient defender is the better buy. That being said I love the look of this one and love titanium. Good videos by the way, keep it up!
I think this is a great looking watch. I couldn't care less btw about it being quartz so that the 2nd hand is microns off the mark ... it keeps good time and looks good.
LOL love it, notes that there's too many instructions, then ham-fistedly man handles the watch out if the box instead of lifting on the tab marked with a big arrow on it. Oh and I too always think of Bertuccis pizza when I put on my Bertucci watches.
Alright Jory! After watching all of The Time Teller videos at a speed of 1.75, I think this is the most complete response for the names of the characters you've portrayed thus far. Here is my list: Inspector Time Teller Alter Ego Kevin Mr. Lasagna Special Agent Harter John Thicc DJ Rollie Pollie Special Agent Goodman Old Man Jory Invicta Fanboy Shinola Fanboy Director Jory (From world's ugliest Rolex video) Kimpton "Kim" Southerbee (couldn't understand the exact pronunciation) John Wayne Emilio Largo German Time Teller Dr. Korban Püpscreitch Don Sinacci from Don's Pizzeria Hopefully this is enough to win me the watch! It was quite the challenge but I will say that I had fun re-watching the videos and I learned a ton more about watches. Cheers!
Enjoyed the content as usual, Good Sir. One item that does not go unnoticed by me; you consistently say "...couldn't care less" rather than the incorrect "...could care less". Minor and mostly insignificant detail, however, the latter generates a flood of allergic reactions on my person that I very much appreciate avoiding and am confident in doing so when enjoying the excellent T3 content.
Timex camper. Mechanical, resilient, vintage versions connect you with history/nostalgia. Airborne insignia on mine. Most cost less than a bertucci and has heritage. Bertucci reminds me of a jeans company from 80's....like cavarricci.
Jory, just love my Bertucci. I have the sapphire one. Not to pick, but you didnt mention the monolithic "spring bars"! Also, that strap is legit and you the second keeper folds the other way to hold the strap. Thanks for the review.
Hey Jory, I like your impression of a mechanical snob, but maybe it’s not an impression...😁! My pick would be the Orient Defender. Really like that watch.
Sometimes you just need a titanium beater. Bertucci is up there, recessed mineral glass and all sorts of unseen designs for ruggedness like solid lugs...ect.
I have a ten year old Bertucci A2-T (the same model as this one) that I paid $65 for ten years ago. It's been flawless. I'm primarily concerned with ruggedness and performance, so the misalignment of the second hand doesn't concern me (I hadn't noticed until today, frankly). My other watches have sapphire crystals, so I was a bit concerned when I got this, but titanium for $65 sold me. I've dragged the watch through all my brutal activities, and have about a dozen tiny gashes in the titanium of the bezel, but not a mark on the mineral crystal. I intentionally bought for an inexpensive quartz watch because some of my recreational activities could have damaged a mechanical movement. It's been flawless in its functionality. As a marker of status, not so much.
The only one that matters is Don Sinatchi! Also, that is an old benchmade! I'm a huge spyderco guy...but my collection fav is one of my benchmades. Cheers Jory.
IMO, a totally absurd and snobby review. Any credibility you have went down the tubes with this. First, the five Bertuccis my family and I own are sensational (four quartz and one automatic). Good looking and durable, with tremendous timekeeping accuracy. The Bertucci straps are the best I have found. They are durable and extremely comfortable. They are truly a large step above others. Quit worrying about boxes and the printing on the boxes. That is a non issue when looking at wearing a watch. When I go to watch reviews, I want a watch review, not a marketing or packaging analysis. Stick to the pertinent facts about the watch itself.
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I know this video is old by now, but Bertucci really takes care of the military. I went to order a titanium one for myself for a deployment, and I had mentioned I had a couple of guys under me that I was looking at getting watches for. They sent my seven watches when I had only paid for one. Not a single watch was destroyed on that deployment, and they went through hell.
I just bought one and it feels super rugged.
I’m on deployment right now. Wouldn’t mind purchasing several for my guys here.
Potato Snacks, your comment and how well they treated you just convinced me to buy the watch. Thanks bro!
Damn dude🇺🇲🙏
Then why don’t they offer a military discount like Vaer?
Nothing wrong with cheap packaging, imo (I want the cost going into the watch, not the packaging)
Amen
I couldn’t agree more it should just be cover with something to protect for scratches,cracks, etc.
Reminds me of the packaging in Army Issued watches like the Marathon issued ones.
Until you receive a broken watch
@@Nave6W there's no shortage of cheap, no frills, sturdy boxes that provide adequate protection
I have a couple of Bertucci watches. I like them for their simple, no-nonsense design and construction. I get the attraction of mechanical field watches. I own some as well. However, if you're really interested in durability, a solid quartz movement will be much more durable than a mechanical (in most situations). If you drop your mechanical 4 feet onto a hard floor, chances are it will have to be regulated, because you've at least jarred the lever on the balance bridge. With a quartz, just pick it up an move on with your day.
I bought this watch in July of 2019. I've been wearing on the job site every day since. It's a solid watch that takes a lot of abuse. 8 going on 9 months isn't a super long time, but I've broken watches in less time. Definitely like the overbuilt strap, and I put a film on the crystal to prevent scratches. One thing you didn't mention is the (not)spring bars integrated into the body making it virtually impossible to have a failure due to strap or spring bars, this is good when you're lifting and moving heavy stuff on site every day. Also, I own a bunch of automatics but I leave this watch in my work bag over the weekend. It's nice to not have to reset the time on it after two days off. Sometimes quartz it the answer. Might also be worth mentioning the Bertucci you reviewed is the Lithium model with a promised 10 year battery life. For $30 less you can get essentially exactly the same watch with a standard battery that lasts 3 years. I don't work for Bertucci, and truth be told, now that I own one of their watches I likely won't buy another because this thing may never break or wear out. Thanks for the reviews. Always love watching your channel.
Thanks for added info! It’s good to know the “spring bars” are integrated.
Also you can get sapphire crystal and tritium versions. This exact watch goes from $60 up to $550 depending on which options you want.
My first Bertucci watch was the A-1S and the battery lasted over 5 years. Given it was not a lithium battery I was really impressed with the life of the battery. I have the A-2T high polish watch on the way with the Swiss Rhonda 715 quartz movement and can't wait to check it out. These are awesome watches. I have used the A-1S working in the shop and going primitive camping and have not had any issues with it. Bertucci also offers a refurbishment program that is pretty good too. I had got two major chips in the crystal, my fault not the watches, and so I dropped the money and got a fully refurbished watch with a warranty for 1/2 the price of a new watch.
How is it holding up and is it a good watch
Idk i use casio g shocks is it similar or better in quality compared to that
@@ArnavKathuriapersonal Solid. I haven't had to change the battery yet though I'm coming up on 3 years so soon. Same strap. It isn't fraying though it is stiffer than ever. Thankfully it's formed to my wrist. It's a keeper. I have a Casio 5600 for at home (the Bertucci lives at work) and there's nothing wrong with the Casio but the Bertucci feels more robust. I'd be afraid of shredding the plastic strap of the Casio and maybe losing the watch. That won't happen with the Bertucci.
I don’t know about you, but I am pretty tired of this anti quartz snob thing. What foolishness. There is definitely room in my collection for a great grab and go quartz watch. Especially as a beater, for the beach, or for travel.
Ikr. Most people would actually appreciate a good quartz watch.
Agreed. There's no doubt that there's a certain "romance" to a mechanical movement, but if you boil it down to functionality, quartz are just better (and cheaper) timekeepers.
I liken this to analog audio vs digital arguments. There's a place for both!
in my watch snob journey its much like my beer snob journey. I used to scoff at Budweiser versus craft beer, now I'll gladly take a Budweiser. in the watch game quartz used to a joke....but just like the Budweiser, a quartz is no BS and will get the job done in the moment. You arent going to have people walking up asking "wow what beer os that?" people simply acknowledge that you are drinking a beer and move on.
I've got 2 mechanical watches that I'm always having to reset before wear due to them hitting their 40 hour reserve time or something and going to sleep. I like quartz watches and most batteries for them go a good year or longer and if it looks cool, why not.
Until you need to replace the battery. But if you insist, there's always classic Casio G-Shocks or the new Marathon Pilot/Navigators with a easy access battery hatch on the back (and sapphire crystal).
I just purchased this watch. Great everyday and work watch. And hey! I’m a UPS man! It even matches my uniform!
Nice! It's always really cool when you can find that watch that just fits right in a specific setup.
What's it full name? What's its price?
@@englishwithsarfraz3105 Bertucci A2-T (Super Classic)
Check out website - ultimatefieldwatch.com
Hello, good UPS man! Thanks!
This is really one of the best field watches out there in the quartz market. The A2-T has an upgraded all metal Ronda movement.
I think the cardboard packaging is intentional. It's to immitate the old school US military cardboard boxes that rations came in. It's a very distinctive look. Brown/beige non corrugated cardboard with text printed on it.
"Well, Sir, I can't deal with quartz movements because the high degree of accuracy makes me nervous."
Bertucci field watches are AWESOME! I've destroyed "tough" mechanical watches when mountain biking just from the shaking and bouncing. Also, the solid lug bars are great for active sports; I've also lost 2 watches when mountain biking due to broken spring bars. You should note that you can get Bertucci field watches with sapphire crystal and, in the "Americana" series, can get very tough, all metal, hand assembled in America quartz movements as well. The 4 o'clock crown is great as it doesn't dig into the back of one's hand when cycling. I love my Bertucci and have not yet found anything even close in comparison for truly active sports.
This was an enlightening read. You might just have saved me a lot of money and heartache. 😂 I’m an active dude that does all sorts. So a mechanical/Automatic watch more than likely isn’t for me. 😂
@ninjasrose1653 ya mechanical watches are more for watch collectors IMO. This guy complains about the seconds hand not hitting all the markers but people buy mechanical watches in the thousands and non of them are going to keep as accurate time as even a cheap quartz watch, yes they look pretty but they loose seconds everyday so it's kind of funny how "snobs" complain about quartz watches not hitting every second to me
Not to mention this cheap watch could probably take more abuse then a Rolex if your talking real outdoor stuff. We all have our own preferences and that's ok but quartz watches won't fail you period.
They are worth their modest price tag. They hold up well, and have a great proprietary strap
I've got to admit I'm not a huge "field Watch Fan" as a fashion statement. And I appreciate Quartz only as an utilitarian feature. A true "field watch" to me is literally a watch that I am going to wear in the field. As a former Marine this to me is a part of my survival gear meaning it must be virtually indestructible, water proof to the highest level (at least 200m) and dependable. All this can be accomplished by your cheapest G-Shock, Mine i bought at Walmart on sale for $45 15 years ago and it has survived Caving, Repelling, Mountain Biking, White water Kayaking, Multi-Day Hikes on the Appalachian Trail, and has still served me well as a part of my essential gear as a Medical Responder.
What many describe as a "Modern Field Watch" is what I would consider an "Everyday watch" a watch that will go from work to play to casual dining with the wife seemlessly. For that my pick is the Orient Ray II on a basic nato band and at around $120 I still get a mechanical in house movement that connects me with the piece like I've never experience with any Quartz.
Agreed. I was USAF, and we wore G-shocks. To me, a field watch has to encompass these four features: 1. Lume, whether by tritium tubes or superluminova. 2. A compass. 3. A countdown timer. 4. Solar power. To me, that's the ultimate field watch.
Thanks so much for the finally fabled review of Bertucci’s. I own entirely too many models than I’d like to admit, and these little dudes get the job done (on a decent budget) like no other watch I’ve ever owned.
Thank God you're here, Jory. I was running out of decent things to watch. Really.
Yo same
I’m here for you guys. T3 Army is stronger than some dumb bug. If 🅱️ovid-19 tries to pull up... it’s on sight fr. 🔫😤
@@thetimeteller We gon' pull up to 🅱️ovid-19 all black wearin sarbs and execute a drive by on dem viruses
@@MrTaib-kj4ib I'll look that up. Thanks!
let’s be honest though, most actual professionals probably prefer quartz due to its practicality, durability, and lower price.
Alexandre and a rugged, automatic field watch is kind of an oxymoron. You really don’t want an automatic if you expect to truly beat the piss out of it.
RP Jake not gonna lie i am guilty of that. i bought a SARB017 Alpinist because it looks nice 😂
@@bkstarkey As an overall choice I'd pick a Gshock for that. But, if it's the zombie apocalypse and batteries aren't guaranteed, I'd pick a spring drive watch.
Andromahlius solar watches dude!
I gree with you there, in the field or outdoor activities they get a bashing, autos and such don't like it, that's what a beater is for? Or am I missing something here.
I think quartz movements are far better option in a field watch, so much less to worry about and so much more accurate, I have that watch for $180 with a Swiss Movement and the markets hit perfectly and Marc at Long Island watch has it every Black Friday for $99!
Exactly. I have automatics, I also have quartz.
9 times out of 10, I leave the house wearing a quartz watch. I just hate futzing with the automatics every time I want to wear one.
I've had my A-2T for a year now and adore it, regular NATO or the thick leather one piece it came with. Wears like a dream(titanium case) and takes a beating but keeps on tickin.
The overall look of the watch makes it ideal to wear with a Harris Tweed jacket. Forget the price, it wears well. Phil
I bought a 38mm Lorus titanium field watch with a seiko quartz movement and 100m water resistance - amazing value at £30 - c $35! The seconds hand lines up perfectly too. (I also have the same Vaer field watch you show - absolutely love it!
That case is fantastic. Really love the bezel. Color scheme is great, and excellent water resistance too. Won't lie though, wish it had a sapphire crystal. And maybe a 150m or 100m auto version with a display caseback would f'n sexy option.
Thanks for the unboxing of that microbrand. I can forgive the disalignement, but not the lack of a sapphire cristal and the cheap movement. At last what you want of a field watch is reliability and thougness, all other stuff are a bonus. Keep the good work.
Jory,
Thanks for finally reviewing the Bertucci. I have been wearing the A1s for well over a year now and love the thing. It's a great grab and go watch with its screw down crown, integrated lugs, and good lume. Yes its quartz, but I'm really ok with that on a beater watch. The best part is, its under 60 bucks on Amazon. Really hard to beat. Thanks again for the review and I love your channel.
Do you still have and wear it?
4k quality, you never stop improving. your videos are just getting better and better.
These are great watches for the average person. Why are lots of reviews seeming to come from a member of the aristocracy.
I would go with a mechanical movement as well but the clever crown and design of the bertucci for me are reason enough to buy one. I just dig the look and functionality, would buy a second bertucci if they made a automatic version in a hearthbeat.
Jory, I just wanted to say you rock dude! I haven't been a longtime subscriber, but ever since watching one of your videos I am now an avid fan and follower. Much of my life is spent in hospitals and while recuperating from surgeries, I fill that time with The Time Teller. Thank you.
I have this model, and I take it hiking all the time, it's been abused in dirt, water ,cold and hot. It stands up to the abuse. Even been in the ocean and no effect. I like quartz, I hate to be chained to just one watch. This watch has done the job,considering the price paid.
No complaints, Great overall
I’ve had a few bertuccis, I like the fixed lug bars, if you have a few different natos you switch between it makes it so easy and the natos that come with them are quality. The watch itself is just okay but for the money I like to keep one around for hiking and working outside when I’m not feeling like a gshock.
I think that with this watch it boils down to wether you like the looks of it or not. Except for the titanium case it is a basic Quartz watch. But If you're into field watches I think you can see the appeal of it. It's a good looking field watch in my opinion (I don't mind the quartz movement), the shape of the case is very cool. Bertucci is a brand with much experience with military watches, so you get that as well. A good watch to buy in my opinion.
Great review, Jory (I only remember the scientist character).
A few years back I had 2 Bertucci A2S Field watches. The first one dropped its second hand within a couple months of daily wear. The second one had a dead "4 year" battery in less than a month. All that said... I can't get past all the really great simplicity and features of this watch. Thank you for this walk-around. It makes me feel better about the deal I just got on this particular watch from a local adventure outfitter.
Looking forward to seeing if this one serves better than the previous two.
It’s a nice watch! I feel like this would be a great watch for someone who isn’t overly picky. It seems practical and it looks sweet. Clearly a lot of thought has gone into the design. But, yes, a lot of unnecessary marketing.
I’ve had a Bertucci watch I picked up preowned on their site about 5 years ago. It was $50 and has lasted so much longer than any watch I’ve ever had.
I wore a Bertucci from around 2014-2017. Loved the look and feel of the watch but it did not last very long on my wrist. I went through 2 of them with the 3 years. Both times the hands would break off inside the face.
Same here one lost a hand the second watch something broke inside none would turn now my third replacement isn't working anymore it's just slowing down even with new battery 😢 pretty disappointed
Dude that stinks! Hoping mine keeps ticking. I've had it since 2017 and only changed the battery once!
@@Brittbrothers2 I bought a new one again 😆 love the TI
I bought this watch, white dial, about 6 months ago for about $110. Love it. It’s durable, legible, quartz accuracy with 200m water resist and the stock Zulu/NATO is thick and durable. Highly recommend this watch.
FYI: My Bertucci (A-2T Vintage, made 7/2019, which is carved into the case back for some reason) has a Swiss quartz movement and sapphire crystal (in addition to the titanium case). The seconds hand is perfectly aligned with the second/minute marks on the face. The single-pass strap is thick and tough as hell. It runs about +4 seconds per month. I love mine. Oh, and the lume on mine is excellent.
Did you get the A-2T vintage? I'm looking at it -- love the traditional US military dial and the other specs.
@@JSteveCorreia Yes, that's the one. On the page on the Bertucci site with the list of the A-2Ts, the one I got is at the bottom (with sapphire). Also, the last model only had 100m WR, and some places are still selling that one. Mine has 200. I think the A-2T Vintage dial is modeled after a US standard issue Vietnam watch. You can't go wrong with this watch.
Jay Ukryn the manufacture date , is a throw back to real “mil-spec” (military issue, specification) watches.
@@robertbeirne9813 That's pretty cool.
The "Fold & Tuck System" actually is a unique thing. Those stitched hash-marks at the end of the band help friction-lock the folded tip under the keeper. Kinda neat, really.
I have the A-6A aluminum model, which is a bit more streamlined in design. Incredibly legible and pleasing dial design. And whatever minor choices were made with the case dimensions and shape were exactly the correct ones, too. Great (and affordable) field watch.
All hail Bertucci's Brick Oven Pizza & Pasta in Framingham! You brought back some great childhood memories for me also Jory, sure miss that place. Getting ever closer to 100k subs with this superb content. Cheers to NH powerlifting brotha! 🍻🍺🍺👏👏👍
Broooo Hahahaha you’re a real one for knowing about Bertucci’s. 😂🍕
@@thetimeteller It would be great to have a meal there again, haven't been back in ages. Still amazed that Brady left our Patriots for Tampa...rather than just retiring. Some brick oven pizza from our old hotspot would help ease some of this craziness lately. 🍕🍕🍕🍺👍
@@trel Enjoy it while ya can trel. 🍕🍕 Cheers! 🍻🍺🍺🥂👏👍
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I've bought the cheapest 'fibre reinforce poly-resin' version of this watch for less than half the price and am very happy with it.
I like the strap too and they make a rubber watch guard for extra protection.
Mine misses the markers occasionally but I don't spend time watching the second hand - I just need it to show me the watch is working. I can also remember what day it is so I don't need the date complication either which is not on the cheaper model.
I think that Bertucci have expanded their range since this video. They now have models with the Ameriquartz movement as well as Swiss and Japanese movements. You can now also get them in resin, aluminium, steel and titanium and with sapphire. They also have ceramic coated and luminous cases.
More expensive mechanical field watches seem like an oxymoron to me. Ideally field watches should be tough, reliable, accurate, easy to read, light, compact and replaceable. If I bought a more expensive watch I would be frightened to wear it in 'the field'.
I am much more impressed, seeing this video than I was, seeing them in photos. That strap looks amazing. They now seem like a value proposition to me
I have two. They cannot be beat. Super accurate. My son and I love them.
why does everyone have such an issue with quarts watches? their pretty good
You probably don't know what is good or not.
Sean H okay dude you don’t have to be toxic
People have their own preferences. I personally don't have any issues with quartz and actually prefer them for daily use.
It’s boils down to something like “quartz removes the soul that automatic gives a watch”
Weirdos, I know.
quartz is disgusting....cheap $2 battery movement. Yucks
Great watch, I have a stainless steel 36mm and I love it! Great build quality and super accurate movement, no issues here
I’ve just ordered one of these Bertucci watches for my nephew whose joining the British Army in October , I looked at numerous watches but this came out on top only time will tell I suppose.
I drank a shot EVERYTIME he said quartz and now I'm drunk.
Quartz is good.
I was pleasantly surprised to see you do a video of this watch. This is the watch I wear most now on weekends as it is perfect around the house, out in the yard, going pick up groceries or food etc. it is Saturday and I have it on now. I really like this style for a casual weekender type watch. I had a similarly styled Seiko automatic which just fit me too small, plus it did had a worse water resistance and was not titanium so I sold. Plus for this type of watch the quartz actually is better as the Seiko automatic lost power so quickly so i was constantly resetting it which was a pain as the crown was tiny. For my nicer automatics I do have a winder. However, this is great just toss into a drawer or on a shelf and it is always ready to go. 4 things sold me on this watch. 1) Style/attractive watch 2) Titanium, love the lightweight feel especially for summers in Florida where I live. 3) Water resistance 200 meters 4) Price i paid $130 brand new. Plus i don’t notice any issues with my second hand it seems spot on, yay, not that i care. Overall tough to beat an attractive, titanium watch with 200 meters of water resistance in the sub $150 price range.
1:58. Are field watches worn backward ?
I bought the Bertucci A-2T in Oct of 2015. Sapphire crystal, 10 year lithium battery, Japanese movement. I wear it 5 days a week, 8 months a year. I brutalize this watch most every day I wear it. I paid $184. on Amazon. Best money I’ve ever spent on a work watch.
I wear this watch on the cheapest NATO strap I can find. The band that comes with the watch is VERY heavy duty. If I were to get hung-up in a piece of farm machinery with the original strap, my hand would come off before the strap failed. I’m hoping the cheap strap fails before my hand does.
If you're thinking about buying this watch, just do it. You won't regret it.
Bulova a11 with high beat quartz is another contender. You should also review orient commercials the one for the orient defender was funny.
I'll stick with my blue faced boldr, beautiful little watch got it for £180 as new 👍🏻....keep up the good work 🤗
I was going to say Orient Defender blows them all away and then boom, you went and mentioned it. Field watches are my favourite subset of watches so thanks for sharing. 🍺
I bought the Bertucci with the composite high impact plastic without the day function and am very happy with it. It makes a fashion statement while out hiking, and can take a licking and keep on ticking, for 70% of the price of the titanium. You can't be caught out hiking without the proper field watch. It screams, I'm there, man, and I want to look good.
I bought my bertucci watch at2 in 2021 use it every day, in fact im wearing it right now. I also ride motocross, enduro and have worn the watch every time in the mud through trees you name it, and its working like new, it still has the original battery so at least in my experience its a geat watch cost me like $60-70, for the price range, durability and looks its a no brainer, planing to buy another one in a few months.
I haven’t seen all of your videos as to be able to mention all of your characters but one thing I’m sure is you’re doing a great job! Btw thanks for helping me which G-shock i wanted to get! The DW-5600 sure was the best choice! Keep up the good work!
I have 2 Bertucci's both 40mm. The first is titanium 200m with sapphire crystal and the second is the black fibre resin case w/50m water resistance. I put the Titanium on a tri color blk/olive/red Crown & Buckle Nato strap. Looks very sharp. Lum on both is stellar. Olive green Bertucci band for the black one. Both are dead accurate. Have many watches but Bertucci gets the use.
I used to love going to Bertucci's pizza when I was a kid because they would give pizza dough to kids to play with
Got a stainless steel version and really love it. Gets more comments and compliments than any other affordable watch I own. Fits great too, but not so much with the provided strap. I have 6.75 inch wrists, and the thickness of the provided strap causes the strap to bulge out a bit. I put it on a bond style elastic single pass nato and it's frickin awesome now. Super comfortable and fits like a glove.
Jory! You are the best! Your enthusiasm and positivity is just infectious!! I love the watch and a huge benchmade fan, currently carting the bugout. This field watch is for sure rad!
You rock, Heather!
The mini griptilian is pretty sweet too😃
Actually, the strap is great and does have a retention feature. There are extra lines of stitching that cross the band at the end. That stitching actually provides enough of a detent to make a big difference. I actually have bought Bertucci straps for other watches. They are that good and superior to most other zulu/nato type straps.
I bought the Vaer Quartz watch. I like the style over the other 3 watches, It looks like one of the famous "Dirty Dozen" watches used in WW2. You can easily Dress the Vaer up for a Date/Job. Or put a Nato strap on it and go Surfing, Camping, Mountain Climbing, Air Racing, ect... Did I mention the Vaer is assembled in the Good Old U.S.A.?
I'd venture that Bertucci probably knows no one cares about the specific kind of nylon in the wrist strap, but they're required include that free marketing for the strap company on that tag as part of their contract with them.
Perfect timing, I was just looking at this brand over the weekend. wondering if they were worth the money.
I own two and love them. Check their website.
I gave it a like but one very important feature about Bertucci is the fixed pins. The body and pins are machined out of one piece making it extremely durable but forget about putting on a 2 piece fancy strap. Zulu or Nato (or other one piece) strap it is. I really like the Bertucci straps since they are as tough as the watch. In the old days they used to have automatic mechanical watches but they were more expensive of course. I did replace a 3 year battery on my Bertucci myself with no problems at all. They also have 4 or 5 years and in your case the Lithium 10 years battery. Buying a new battery every few years (and change it yourself) is much cheaper than having your mechanical watch serviced.
With these fixed pins and therefor limited strap options this will never be a dress watch but always a rugged field watch as intended.
I have had my bertucci for more than two years. Its been through some serious abuse and held up beautifully. I use it mostly as a work watch and for hiking.
Okay this wasn't easy but here is my list (fingers crossed) and don't any one dare copy this list🧐🤨
Mr. lasagne, German time teller, In spector time teller, shinola fan boy, Invicta fan boy (assuming they are characters), alter ego Kevin, John Wayne, John thick, special agent Goodman, director jory, old man jory, special agent Harter, Kimpton southerbee, Dr korban pupscreicht (er... not sure about the spelling 🤔), dj rollie polie, Emilio largo, donn snacchi, fabit, baby face Goodman, David Beckham (even though that's a real person), tiktok timekeeper, zodiac Kevin, papa john, and I'm going to watch more videos and look for them and then edit this and add them!
Thank you so much Jory for offering this up for a giveaway, I think I speak for all of your fan boys when I say we really appreciate it!
Darn, I’m a new subscriber and watch enthusiast so I’m not sure about your characters, but do always enjoy when you imitate “fanboys” of certain watch brands or rant about certain watches haha. Hopefully someday I’ll have answers to these giveaways. This watch would be a great gift for my uncle, he’s into outdoor gear and think this watch would be right up his alley. Been trying to get him into watch collecting. Maybe I can find a good deal on one. Great review 👍.
I'm a firefighter and I need an accurate and tough watch. I think I will buy the Bertucci because it has a quartz movement and is therefore the most accurate and toughest watch out off the bunch.
I got my AT2 from my dad around... 2006 I think not too sure but I was super young its definitely pretty decent coming from a guy who likes autos more
Bertucci’s Pizza!!! Place went squarely down hill but it was over when they screwed with the rolls. They suck now 😩
Warms my heart every time you mention NH (grew up on the MA North Shore then 10 years in Cambridge before defecting to NYC)
9:00 Don't know if anyone noticed the weird indent closer to the dial above the crown on the finishing approaching towards it.
Greetings from northen Sweden and a fellow watch entusiast.
Great review.
I have a Bertucci A-3P Nato as a beater and it does take a beating as I am a mechanic on city buses.
It's been soaked in old motoroil and drenched in antifreeze, I have been carving out dirt and mud from the wheelhouses and you name it. It just keeps on ticking and barely a scratch on it as it's a fiber shell. I did put it on another strap as it was a bit over kill in my opinion. I guess you can put the strap on the towtruck and pull the bus along with it,, hahaha, joking but a tough strap.
I wanted a bertucci for a while. Found a dealer in Connecticut and went to check them out. They had almost all the variants which are a lot. They have a Swiss quartz, sapphire, titanium. And they also had swiss eta versions too. The autos were far too expensive I thought over $400 and for my taste the I didn’t like how they all wore.
I like Bertucci. I got mine on eBay, it was a special edition made for Case-Harvester, it came with the watch and three straps for about $70.00 It's a good beater watch.
I have 8 automatic watches, 2 quartz ... I prefer the automatic ones, but for work, camping, climbing and mountaineering, mountaineering and etc., I prefer quartz or digital. If you are unlucky to break or spoil them, I prefer it to be a 100usd watch and not a 500usd automatic. In fact, quartz watches keep time better ... If you don't want to have to wind up or change the battery, choose an Ecodrive for example ... you won't have to worry about that for many years! ;)
It's February 8th, 2021: @ 24:00 near the end, you mention this giveaway Bertucci field watch was in RE COG KNIT ION of getting close to 100K subscribers and it's a sign of appreciation. WELL Jordy today you have nearly 100K views (90,119) and as you know there are 154K subscribers. Good job!
Great and thorough review. And a serious consideration for a rough-service daily wearer. Thanx!
p.s. For me, the weight of the strap's a selling point.
Greetings from northen Sweden and a fellow watch entusiast.
Great review.
I have a Bertucci A-3P as a beater and it does take a beating as I am a mechanic on city buses so it's a harsh enviroment. It's been soaked in old motoroil and drenched in antifreeze and it just keeps on ticking, it's got a few nicks on that raised bezel but that's about it. I rather like it and the one thing about it is that it's almost too light wheigt, I like to feel the watch on my wrist.
Oh yeah,, that strap is hardcore heavy duty.
Stay safe and take care.
Nice work, but you forgot to mention the 10 year lithium battery. Also I totally agree with what you say about their marketing. I’ve had this watch for a couple months now (60 bucks new online), and because I’m very hard on my gear, she’s a keeper.
This is a hard challenge but I'll take a crack at it.
Papa John, Fabit Don's pizza, Don Sinacci, baby face Goodman, David Beckham, Simton Sutherbee, John Thick, Kevin zodiac, German accent, inspector timeteller, special agent Goodman, and I believe Hans German scientist, the nighthawk. I know I'm missing a tone.
I love the look of this watch, and would love to see it on my wrist, but I think I agree with you, there Orient defender is the better buy. That being said I love the look of this one and love titanium. Good videos by the way, keep it up!
I think this is a great looking watch. I couldn't care less btw about it being quartz so that the 2nd hand is microns off the mark ... it keeps good time and looks good.
LOL love it, notes that there's too many instructions, then ham-fistedly man handles the watch out if the box instead of lifting on the tab marked with a big arrow on it. Oh and I too always think of Bertuccis pizza when I put on my Bertucci watches.
How you you compare the tritium lum'd A-5S or A-4T one a Marathon stainless re-issue?
Alright Jory! After watching all of The Time Teller videos at a speed of 1.75, I think this is the most complete response for the names of the characters you've portrayed thus far. Here is my list:
Inspector Time Teller
Alter Ego Kevin
Mr. Lasagna
Special Agent Harter
John Thicc
DJ Rollie Pollie
Special Agent Goodman
Old Man Jory
Invicta Fanboy
Shinola Fanboy
Director Jory (From world's ugliest Rolex video)
Kimpton "Kim" Southerbee (couldn't understand the exact pronunciation)
John Wayne
Emilio Largo
German Time Teller
Dr. Korban Püpscreitch
Don Sinacci from Don's Pizzeria
Hopefully this is enough to win me the watch! It was quite the challenge but I will say that I had fun re-watching the videos and I learned a ton more about watches. Cheers!
I have an A-1s (stainless steel 36mm) coming to me, can’t wait to get it. A basic quartz field watch with rugged construction, fine with me.
Definitely the Boldr Venture Gen 1 (quartz). Picked it up on drop for 99$ and it's my work/beater watch. Love that thing.
would you recommnd the A-11T or the 2T?
Have the 44mm Yankee tritium version. Even more comfortable, I love it
Enjoyed the content as usual, Good Sir. One item that does not go unnoticed by me; you consistently say "...couldn't care less" rather than the incorrect "...could care less". Minor and mostly insignificant detail, however, the latter generates a flood of allergic reactions on my person that I very much appreciate avoiding and am confident in doing so when enjoying the excellent T3 content.
Are the lugs fixed on the Bertucci titanium? The plastic case ones, that go for like $40 sometimes, have fixed bars.
Saw the ticking at 3:53 and instantly heard the trigger!
Bertucci makes a variety of straps for these. I swapped out for canvas and it's extremely comfortable now.
Timex camper. Mechanical, resilient, vintage versions connect you with history/nostalgia. Airborne insignia on mine. Most cost less than a bertucci and has heritage. Bertucci reminds me of a jeans company from 80's....like cavarricci.
Jory, just love my Bertucci. I have the sapphire one. Not to pick, but you didnt mention the monolithic "spring bars"! Also, that strap is legit and you the second keeper folds the other way to hold the strap. Thanks for the review.
Hey Jory, I like your impression of a mechanical snob, but maybe it’s not an impression...😁! My pick would be the Orient Defender. Really like that watch.
Try a Promaster Tough...
Love your reviews.
Scout 1874 yes! I’ve been eying one at the PX. Not a quartz guy but for what that watch can do I would give it a shot.
Sometimes you just need a titanium beater. Bertucci is up there, recessed mineral glass and all sorts of unseen designs for ruggedness like solid lugs...ect.
I have a ten year old Bertucci A2-T (the same model as this one) that I paid $65 for ten years ago. It's been flawless. I'm primarily concerned with ruggedness and performance, so the misalignment of the second hand doesn't concern me (I hadn't noticed until today, frankly). My other watches have sapphire crystals, so I was a bit concerned when I got this, but titanium for $65 sold me. I've dragged the watch through all my brutal activities, and have about a dozen tiny gashes in the titanium of the bezel, but not a mark on the mineral crystal. I intentionally bought for an inexpensive quartz watch because some of my recreational activities could have damaged a mechanical movement. It's been flawless in its functionality. As a marker of status, not so much.
The only one that matters is Don Sinatchi! Also, that is an old benchmade! I'm a huge spyderco guy...but my collection fav is one of my benchmades. Cheers Jory.
IMO, a totally absurd and snobby review. Any credibility you have went down the tubes with this. First, the five Bertuccis my family and I own are sensational (four quartz and one automatic). Good looking and durable, with tremendous timekeeping accuracy. The Bertucci straps are the best I have found. They are durable and extremely comfortable. They are truly a large step above others. Quit worrying about boxes and the printing on the boxes. That is a non issue when looking at wearing a watch. When I go to watch reviews, I want a watch review, not a marketing or packaging analysis. Stick to the pertinent facts about the watch itself.
I'm surprised that you didn't mention the integral lug bars. That's what Bertucci is best known for, IMO. Great review though. Cheers.
I’m just happy he said so much good stuff about the titanium boldr venture