Thanks for the video. The watch looks great. I finally bought one Monday night/Tuesday morning after months of trying. Can't wait to get it in. That clasp is definitely beefy, and seems to be the biggest complaint of the timefactors forums. Great job and thanks again!
You forgot to mention: this watch, while an homage to the 1016, actually packs a bit of horological punch on its own! Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay carried two watch brands with them on their first ascent, and one of them was a smiths watch. Just like how Rolex designed the explorer as inspired by the oyster perpetual that made it to the top of Everest, smith released a watch model called the ‘Everest’ in the 50’s that was inspired by their half of the timekeeping on the historic first ascent. So in a way, it’s kind of a super-homage 😁
This Smiths Everest PRS-25 watch has no direct connection to the Smiths watch company that made a watch worn by Sir Edmund Hillary. As the Smiths Watches from Timefactors website reads, "The "Smiths" watches produced by Time Factors are not in any way connected with the "Smiths" watches produced by Smiths Group plc until 1979." So this watch is an homage of a Rolex model that was designed to commemorate their Oyster Perpetual that accompanied Hillary. Which is weird, because it has nothing to do with the Smiths watch. *scratches head*
I got one of these last month. Really nice watch. I found it shockingly small out of the box even compared to my usual 40mm watches but after wearing you soon get used to it. Agree on the bracelet but I got it to wear on leather and NATO’s etc. I especially like it on my Erikas original strap.
You could swap the clasp with a vintage type one. It could be found on ebay or Alix. Apart from the clasp and that noisy miyota, i think the watch 10/10. Cheers
Congratulations on a beautiful piece, I believe Eddie has put a smaller clasp on the new batch of 36mm pieces while still using the heavy duty one on the 40mm models as it has a 22mm bracelet and doesn’t overpower the watch as it does with the 36mm model..
Greetings! I purchased a Rolex Explorer 1016 new in 1986 and had Rolex put it on a Jubilee bracelet (never even got the Oyster bracelet). You might consider an aftermarket Jubilee bracelet for the Smith's PRS-25. It looks great. You might really like it!
If you fancy trying a bracelet more in keeping with the watch I’ve just got a watchgecko oyster that tapers from 20 to 16mm. The extra end link kits work with the original smiths end links for a factory look. It’s the type of bracelet the watch should have come on.
Thanks very much for the video, I enjoyed quite a lot. I wonder if you could tell me, what is the strap manufacturer for the Steinhart? A very handsome strap and color too.
Mate, spanishwatchcollector on instagram here... I absolutely love this watch and thanks a lot for the video. I already own the OVM 39 and the Smiths is on my radar. My point of view with homages is that as long as it is inspired by a watch that is no longer produced - I'm fine with it. Thank you and keep it up!
Loving your reviews. I have been collecting for many years and now I am looking for my 1 watch collection watch. Could you do a comparison of the black bay 36 and the smiths Everest. I know there is a massive difference in price but i would like to hear your view as there doesnt seem to be this comparison with the black bay 36. Cheers
Matheesha Kirtisinghe Hi. They used to open Tuesdays at 7.30am but now it seems to have changed to Sunday 3pm (uk time). It stays open until the owner has as many orders as he can handle and then closes for the week. It can open and close very quickly when a new model comes out. You have to get in early.
@@Bugster987 Hi, thanks very much for your kind response. As a matter of fact i dropped an email to Eddie as soon as put the comment. He kindly help me with the shipping cost and all. Will make a decision on it soon. Thanks again Bugster
@@KevG1962 Thanks very much for the wonderful review. Nevertheless it seems they open the shop on Sundays these days. Love your OMV as well, i was unable to get the 39mm so i had to go with 42mm. I bought it last year still love as always .
Movement is Japanese. Rest including assembly is most likely Chinese. Nowhere else can do this for this sort of money. I found the main case supplier from ages ago when trying to get some of my designs made. Quality is very decent but not spectacular. Machinery they have is mid range but their prices and engineers are very affordable for someone looking at starting their own brand.
Not sure why but the watches look better in your videos. Must use a special camera or something? You've got a nice collection. I think you should do a review on individual watches that you haven't reviewed on this channel. Cheers!
I have the prs-25 as well since a month or two. I have some vintage Rolex 34mm and 36mm as well, but just couldn’t afford a real 1016. The Smiths is a lovely homage, but I experience it to be like a 34mm. Very strange: it measures 36mm but looks and feels like a 34mm.
you can't leave this empty yes the Smiths is very nice and Indon’t need the name Rolex on my watches to feel confident. It is all about the experience, not the brand
why is an homage watch? the original version made by smiths went to Everest along with rolex. and Timefactors have bought the name. panis would be a true homage watch as it is coping rolex and others. smiths are not coping rolex. they are coping a smiths ????
Thanks for the video. The watch looks great. I finally bought one Monday night/Tuesday morning after months of trying. Can't wait to get it in. That clasp is definitely beefy, and seems to be the biggest complaint of the timefactors forums. Great job and thanks again!
You forgot to mention: this watch, while an homage to the 1016, actually packs a bit of horological punch on its own! Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay carried two watch brands with them on their first ascent, and one of them was a smiths watch. Just like how Rolex designed the explorer as inspired by the oyster perpetual that made it to the top of Everest, smith released a watch model called the ‘Everest’ in the 50’s that was inspired by their half of the timekeeping on the historic first ascent.
So in a way, it’s kind of a super-homage 😁
As we see..Rolex has always been the king of marketing. 😉
This Smiths Everest PRS-25 watch has no direct connection to the Smiths watch company that made a watch worn by Sir Edmund Hillary. As the Smiths Watches from Timefactors website reads, "The "Smiths" watches produced by Time Factors are not in any way connected with the "Smiths" watches produced by Smiths Group plc until 1979."
So this watch is an homage of a Rolex model that was designed to commemorate their Oyster Perpetual that accompanied Hillary. Which is weird, because it has nothing to do with the Smiths watch. *scratches head*
I got one of these last month. Really nice watch. I found it shockingly small out of the box even compared to my usual 40mm watches but after wearing you soon get used to it. Agree on the bracelet but I got it to wear on leather and NATO’s etc. I especially like it on my Erikas original strap.
I have lots of 34 and 36mm watches so it's right up my street 😁
I looked at this very same watch a few months ago when I was looking up Smiths. Maybe I'll get one some day!!
Awesome watch!! You'll also love the Geckota E-01 (automatic) I think!
I do like the Geckota range
Great watch, had my eyes on it for awhile. Thanks for the great review.
How much is this new? I can’t see a price on Time Factors website.
I think you are absolutely correct about those homages. No way mere mortals can afford the originals, so why not purchase a homage? Well done.
Is there a version with a tapered bracelet?
The latest version comes with a river tapered bracelet I believe
WHERE IS THE WATCH FOR SALE
Timefactors, on line shop opens once a month but you have to be quick. Recommend you subscribe to get notified
You could swap the clasp with a vintage type one. It could be found on ebay or Alix. Apart from the clasp and that noisy miyota, i think the watch 10/10.
Cheers
Great idea
Congratulations on a beautiful piece, I believe Eddie has put a smaller clasp on the new batch of 36mm pieces while still using the heavy duty one on the 40mm models as it has a 22mm bracelet and doesn’t overpower the watch as it does with the 36mm model..
Thanks for the video! The watch looks way too good for 325 pounds!
Greetings! I purchased a Rolex Explorer 1016 new in 1986 and had Rolex put it on a Jubilee bracelet (never even got the Oyster bracelet). You might consider an aftermarket Jubilee bracelet for the Smith's PRS-25. It looks great. You might really like it!
Great suggestion 👍
If you fancy trying a bracelet more in keeping with the watch I’ve just got a watchgecko oyster that tapers from 20 to 16mm. The extra end link kits work with the original smiths end links for a factory look. It’s the type of bracelet the watch should have come on.
Thanks, I'll check that out👍👍
Is this too small for a 7.25" wrist?
Smiths field watch looks good
Hello. Enjoyed your review of the the Smiths watch. Where did you buy the leather strap you have on it?.
Thanks. The strap was from B and R Bands
Thanks very much for the video, I enjoyed quite a lot. I wonder if you could tell me, what is the strap manufacturer for the Steinhart? A very handsome strap and color too.
The strap was from Watchgecko. Reasonable price too
@@KevG1962 Good to know, looks expensive! Thanks again.
Mate, spanishwatchcollector on instagram here... I absolutely love this watch and thanks a lot for the video. I already own the OVM 39 and the Smiths is on my radar. My point of view with homages is that as long as it is inspired by a watch that is no longer produced - I'm fine with it. Thank you and keep it up!
Thanks Fabio 👍
Loving your reviews. I have been collecting for many years and now I am looking for my 1 watch collection watch. Could you do a comparison of the black bay 36 and the smiths Everest. I know there is a massive difference in price but i would like to hear your view as there doesnt seem to be this comparison with the black bay 36.
Cheers
I have a confession to make! I sold my bb36 a while back to help fund my OP39. But amazingly the smiths easily filled that gap and I love it
@@KevG1962 thats what I'm thinking. I might just have to order one.
Thanks for the reply
Great
Nice watch how much and where from ?
Time factors £320
Hiii, i am trying to purchase this from timefactors website. But i can't. Is it only opened in Sunday afternoon?? Thanks in advance.
I believe it's open Tuesday mornings. The website should say
Matheesha Kirtisinghe Hi. They used to open Tuesdays at 7.30am but now it seems to have changed to Sunday 3pm (uk time). It stays open until the owner has as many orders as he can handle and then closes for the week. It can open and close very quickly when a new model comes out. You have to get in early.
@@Bugster987 Hi, thanks very much for your kind response. As a matter of fact i dropped an email to Eddie as soon as put the comment. He kindly help me with the shipping cost and all. Will make a decision on it soon. Thanks again Bugster
@@KevG1962 Thanks very much for the wonderful review. Nevertheless it seems they open the shop on Sundays these days. Love your OMV as well, i was unable to get the 39mm so i had to go with 42mm. I bought it last year still love as always .
Where are these made?
Have no idea I'm afraid.
China
Movement is Japanese. Rest including assembly is most likely Chinese. Nowhere else can do this for this sort of money. I found the main case supplier from ages ago when trying to get some of my designs made. Quality is very decent but not spectacular. Machinery they have is mid range but their prices and engineers are very affordable for someone looking at starting their own brand.
Correction: Rolex is now a homage to the Smith Everest!
I’d wear this on a leather strap. Hope Timefactors actually offered the option of buying this on a leather strap.
Not sure why but the watches look better in your videos. Must use a special camera or something? You've got a nice collection. I think you should do a review on individual watches that you haven't reviewed on this channel. Cheers!
Thanks. just using a OnePlus 6t
Rational Homage.
nice watch
I have the prs-25 as well since a month or two. I have some vintage Rolex 34mm and 36mm as well, but just couldn’t afford a real 1016. The Smiths is a lovely homage, but I experience it to be like a 34mm. Very strange: it measures 36mm but looks and feels like a 34mm.
I agree, it does wear small but I love that 😀
That says a lot coming from a Rolex owner. Do you think the Smiths gives that "Rolex experience?" As in, does the Smiths feel sturdy?
@@Youcantleavethisempty01 not the full Rolex feeling, but pretty damn close considering the price. Build quality is excellent
you can't leave this empty yes the Smiths is very nice and Indon’t need the name Rolex on my watches to feel confident. It is all about the experience, not the brand
KevG1962 me too, I am not complainning
Put it back on the bracelet
why is an homage watch? the original version made by smiths went to Everest along with rolex. and Timefactors have bought the name. panis would be a true homage watch as it is coping rolex and others. smiths are not coping rolex. they are coping a smiths ????
Smiths never released a watch with a black dial with 3 6 9 numerials. The model this watch i's based on is the Rolex explorer 1016.
nice tick tok