*This is a Radio Controlled Atomic Clock.* As stated at 1:16 and implied during our Basic User Tutorial, but I neglect to state this at 2:07. It's also missing from the intro text, as "Radio Controlled" would have driven text into your view of the watch.
Thanks for the update Pat. I think the whole radio/atomic thing is country/continent dependent, nice if its available not a deal breaker (unless ++expensive). End of the day, if you glance at your watch and the time is out, you make an adjustment .. yeah added 30-secs to my month ... :o)
Oh, so very clever, haha. The finishing *is on par,* but the movement isn't from the original 9S series nor does it have nearly as good a bracelet (non integrated). I'm a Seiko collector: the 9S55 movement was a return to "Mechanical" Grand Seiko's after over twenty-five years. Still, thank you for the offer! PS-Though the newest 9S movements outshine mine, the history here is more important to me. Only company that I care about "heritage."
Bought 3 years ago: NEVER adjusted, NEVER set DST, never charged or battery issues, always precise o the second! - Top level design (except for the "TOUGH MVT." logo on front) - After 3 years, I can check time everywhere: on the car, on clocks on walls or in the streets, but if I want to be SURE and I want to be precise TO THE SECOND, I always check my Casio Oceanus! - GO CASIO!
Nick Shabazz presented the Odeanus on a review of his and mentioned the types of collectables and usables that he appreciates. He showed several expensive and wonderful watches and from watching his knife presentation videos I knew that his regular job is as a scientist. I thought I was done buying watches as I have a bit of an oddball collection of watches which includes my, "go-to," Tag Hauer which is pretty nice looking, simple and accurate. Will not detail my collection herein. Just saying that it was the features, for the money and the amazingly simple presentation that was just so elegant that had me decide to part with the money of good faith that a non-USA piece demands. I've worn it a lot lately and even slept with it. That will wear that finish down a bit. But I want to test the watch and its band and back to see how this art object tht is exceptionally light, holds up. Casio has nicked me before a couple of times. This is potentially the most handsome homerun they've ever delivered.
I don't know how this weird urban myth started that the zaratsu cases for Casio and Grand Seiko are made in the same factory. When I bought my Oceanus, in Japan, I asked the salesman if it was true. He looked surprised and said no, they are made in separate prefectures. My understanding - I may be wrong - is that they both, along with Citizen, make everything in-house. BTW, I LOVE my Oceanus.
Great review Patrick! Also, thanks for clearly stating the dimensions in the beginning (including lug-to-lug) which some people tend to forget in their reviews.
I guess the reason why the upper link in the watch strap is integrated into the watch case itself is to increase the strength of the transition between the watch strap and the watch case. By allowing the fastening pin to have extra support in the middle, it will also withstand greater loads. This solution is difficult to achieve without having visible holes on the side. At least I think it's easier to accept the holes once I understand why they are there.
great review Patrick. it's tempting. and isn't it incredible that casio can build such a fantastic watch for that money, compare with a frightfully expensive swiss brand!?
Patrick, you've an amazing knack to present your viewers all the relevant information to make an informed choice. Take a bow! Just started following you.
A Pat great review really helped me pull the trigger on mines. To me this is the poor man's grand seiko with its finish and grate movement. And got it for under 400$ used. My first good ⌚
Nice review. Just got mine today after a worldwide trip from Japan. What a nice watch. Somewhat underwhelming at first look. After I resize dthe bracelet (PITA!) I got it on my wrist and I was surprised at how light and thin it is, just as you mentioned. Put back on a 40mm NTH Nacken and for a minute, it felt like a tank. The Casio is very svelte and a great wear-all-the-time watch. The integrated bracelet is a pain, but I have so many watches that having one that is bracelet-only isn't a deal breaker. You could easily have a custom strap made if you really wanted.......which is something I'll probably do at some time.
Funfact since the release of this video the magic card in the beginning (mox diamond) has grown in price so much that its now more expensive than the watch
Looks like a nice overall package , however with the name Oceanus I expected a screw down crown and at least 200m wr . That would make it a must for me . Also I noticed the tough text right away and was like he’s got to say something about it . Its really quite awful . amazes me how often company’s screw up simple things . I’m talking to you Christopher ward as well as others . Thanks for the review !
Yeah... "TOUGH MVT." needs to go. So many other things they could've printed there if they really thought they had to... ATOMIC SOLAR would be OK, I think.
Why 200m wr? This wr is a real world wr. It's a "fogget bawt it" wr. When you want to dive thàt deep (good luck!) you're better off wearing a dive computer or a saturation diver with a HEV.
Also, on my Rolex sd43 there is a shitload more writing @ 6 o clock. Just buy another watch dudes this one is not for you. I heard they give great discounts @ Invicta..
Great review! I have it and It really impressed me too. there is more in to it! I am very picky about the hands aligning perfectly. this watch has a led system that automatically aligns the hands perfectly.
Yes, that is an important feature of note. I'm trying to condense my videos these days... Before this one cut, I wanted to highlight the quality of it's craftsmanship. Honestly, would love to do a follow up with another of these and talk about that second hand precision. For sure.
This watch looks great, thanks for another great review. I'd snap one up if I knew the atomic feature worked in Australia but don't think it does. I know you don't need the feature but part of me would think I had a watch I wasn't fully getting the benifit from.
Wonderful review. I just received my Oceanus Tuesday this week from Seiya (excellent service BTW) & I couldn't be happier. I was eyeing my first "nice" watch for a long time & had considered the Black Bay 36 as well as the Ball Engineer II. I'm so happy I did not wind up purchasing those and that I came across the Oceanus. Not only did I save a lot of money, but I'm convinced I received a product of higher quality in terms of fit and finish. You'd be hard pressed to beat the Oceanus in overall quality for anything less then 2K-3K USD in my honest opinion.
How long does the power reserve last you? Where I live, winter is pretty long so my current Seiko Solar watch with a V157 (which supposedly has 10mo reserve, doubt it) battery dies out at some point towards December/January despite my efforts to keep it charged. During the summers, I keep it charged all the time and in sunlight whenever I can so as to keep the solar battery charged. I only spent $300 on that Seiko, but the Oceanus S100 will run me $700 CAD. I really don't want to deal with the headache of worrying about if the watch will make it through winters or not - what are your experiences w the power reserve specifically?
Thank you for the review. I have a very similar one (OCW-S100P-2A, light-blue dial with mother pearl). It is as good as you said, and is the most useful and practical watch I have ever owned.
Excellent video. Although, I don't know if I'm the only one that thinks I'd be a good idea to start wearing white gloves while handling the piece to avoid having finger prints and keep a more ascetic showing. Just something to consider in future videos.
I have never subbed to a content provider before watching the video...that was of course, until today. 5 seconds in and we have a Varolz EDH deck, a Grand Seiko and a Casio Oceanus. I almost found it hard to focus on the content of the video as all 5 of my senses were stimulated to the max.
Hahaha, it got shut down a few times yesterday. Can't help bad hands, but I did claim a turn three, Grim Flayer to a Protean Hulk victory. Sooo gratifying, especially against a bunch of blue players.
@@TakeTimewPatrickMarlett Mine was originally a tiny leaders deck that I turned into a full EDH deck and it remains my go to aggro deck when I get tired of the long control games haha. Must say, I enjoyed the vid and look forward to future watches / content!!!
@@TakeTimewPatrickMarlett First impression: it is much smaller than I thought! It is absolutely not chunky! On the videos and photos it looks much bigger.I don't know if I like that. Everything (DST, receiving) is factory set on auto! Nice, so I only have to change things if I want to set it manually. If you are looking for a lazy (simple) watch which looks fancy, this is the best choice.
Fitted a black rubber strap (a Casio, and it took some fiddling) and it is fantastic. A watch you find yourself pulling up your sleeve just looking at it, it's beautiful, accurate, unique, and a bargain.
Really good review. This had made my short list for my graduation present to myself watch. Went with the SARX045 (now en route from Seiya) as I wanted to go Automatic-but man this watch keeps making “the list”.
@@Simplifier123 Unfortunately, I have not. I’ve bought many other watches that captured my eyes. Since this post, my collection has grown significantly.
@@exkal215 I have had my eyes on this watch for the last 2 years, last year I was in Japan and saw it and wanted it so badly but couldn't buy it at that moment.. Just pulled the trigger on it finally, waiting for it to arrive!
Love the channel, but noticed at 19s mark, the seconds hand on the casio doesn't even align with the markers at all. Not sure if you were joking or not but I just can't see how this is in the same ballpark as a GS. Perhaps I'm ignorant and don't have all the facts. Still nice looking piece and I'd own it in a heart beat! Keep up the good work man! And dude, thanks to the guy that sent the watch in!
It's the angling. This particular module uses a system that keeps the second hand perfectly aligned. If it ever does fall off track, it will automatically adjust. When I had it, it fell perfectly on the minute marks. Also, when comparing cases, we're only looking at the quality of the polished finishing. *Thank you* and Glen, yes, haha.
Question, if you wear this watch every day, and get some scratches, will polishing it like you would another watch return that level of polish it had initially?
Casio make brilliant watches for the money. I have the Metal and Gold G Shock B500 dont quote me on the model number! And a £45 Casio diver.. quartz that gains 3 seconds a Month!!
I would have this by now if it weren't for the infernal integrated bracelet. I like swapping straps too much. Good review btw you hit all the info anyone would need without going long at all.
For such a radio-controlled watch, I personally prefer and proudly own the Citizen Atessa Eco-Drive watch. Comes in regular and black-coated titanium. It is also has a non-busy elegant dial as Casio does. Comes in DLC coated titanium bracelet and dial with the better-defined highly-polished indices and frame around the date window. These radio-controlled, light-powered, and super-precise watches, which newer need new batteries, are such a bargain! These two are exquisite and lightweight too! I personally prefer them to the majority of mechanical Yester-era watches.
Hi Pat, good review. I like the watch a lot and have been thinking about this purchase for a little while - I like water resistance, solar power and class (mixed grouping, I know). I agree the lettering on the dial 'tough ..something.." is not what I want to see on the face of this classy watch , maybe "sapphire" , "radio" or "accurate" is better. It's a great technical package; accurate, sapphire, titanium, 100m. I have a Citizen that's similar that also has the integrated bracket, which limits the look to the factory finish and prevents simple changes. If Casio made a few "small" changes,from a buyer point of view, text on watch face, include a way for simple bracelet/band changes I think it could dominate.
Good review. I see there's another version of this watch (Casio Oceanus OCW-T200S-1AJF Radio Solar Bluetooth Watch) that seems to have the same features, but is all stainless steel instead of titanium and also lacks the crass "TOUGH MVT." text on the face. Similar price as well. But I'm posting this in Nov 2020 and perhaps this version didn't exist in 2018?
Was that Mox Diamond double sleeved? Lol, perfect choice of a card to exhibit reflections. I myself bought 4 of them last year when they were 70 bucks and I complained at how expensive they were. TCGplayer has them listed at 200 each! Watch and MTG Connoisseur! Subscribed.
I’ve doubled sleeved my Commander, yeah. 🧙♂️ My deck has a few cards that I can’t afford to damage, so the whole of it gets sleeved, haha. Odd that the combo cards that actually win the game cost less than a dollar when put together, but every way to get them is $$$. I just spent $80 on a real great, Survival of the Fittest. I remember when it was far less. 😑 Same with Diamond too. I played years ago, but some friends dragged me back into it. We mostly play Cube & Commander now.
Take Time, w/Patrick Marlett Survival of the Fittest with Varolz? That's nasty! I like it! Do you have Birthing Pod in it too? I play Commander as well, I've got Scion of the Ur-Dragon as my Commander and you're definitely right, I've got cheap combo pieces like Worldgorger Dragon and Animate Dead(sort of cheap) to get infinite mana, then dump them into Hellkite Charger for infinite combat steps.
I have a Birthing Pod, but it's not in this particular deck... 90% of my cards are 3 CMC or less, so a Pod sequence wouldn't go too far, haha. I think there are... Ten mana dorks and six rocks to accelerate my mana gain. The deck should win on turn three, always. With the right hand, maybe turn one and possibly two. Obviously, barring I'm playing a game of solitaire. The deck is really shaping up though! This is a new one... I have been playing 5 color Hulk for a while, but Golgari seems to be the fastest approach. Sans *Flash,* believe it or not... I do miss my Flash/Rector into Omniscience strategy though, haha. Tutor all my Tutors and play Seasons Past. Go for the win after that.
I just received my Seiko Alpinist yesterday... Now that I'm looking at the Oceanus again, I have to say, it kind of shares the same kind of look. The Oceanus looks a bit like a modern Alpinist to me. I have to say I agree with the Tough Mov't part and I don't really love the name 'Oceanus'... a better name in the sense of Alpinist, Explorer, etc. replacing the tough mov't place and underneath the water resistance rating would make this a killer!
Gorgeous watch! I want it so much.. I regret not buying it at my trip to Japan last year. Unfortunately this watch is not fully useable in the middle east since there is no atomic clock radio signal here :\
Ive got this watch for a couple of weeks now and i love it. It is a very comfortable bracelet, you dont even feel the watch on your wrist at times. Did i noticed a scratch on the bezel above the ATH (Athene) timezone? That’s a pitty since the owner didn’t unpack the watch before send it to you.
1. Remove the blue accent ring 2. Remove "tough movement" 3. Rebrand as Oceanos 4. Add corrugated dial 5. "Casio" at 12 and "Oceanos" at 6 Voila', your always-accurate $500 Chronomaster clone
cant believe how much those Mox Diamonds have gone up! im so stupid for not buying more! as for the watch ive had mine for awhile and i Love Love Love it!!! it takes up all my wrist time over my Rolex and Seiko because of how comfortable it is. and with 100 meters water resistance i don't worry one bit about getting dirty and it always 100% accurate in time and date and there's just something comfortable in knowing that as well
I feel that way about so many cards... So much on the reserved list is steadily rising. I picked up a Survival of the Fittest, it was about 1/6th of this Oceanus 😑... That’s what it takes to be a Wizard 🧙♂️
Another great video. Analytical, Fair-minded, well shot, well edited and interesting. I guess in terms of genre, this is a good professional looking watch, for smart casual to semi-formal occasions. I love Titanium. I like its characteristics, but I also like titanium symbolically. It is a relatively cheap and non precious metal yet from an engineering viewpoint, very strong and light weight. So immensely valuable from an engineering viewpoint, but per kilogram far cheaper than gold or silver.
It’s a fantastic piece. I’m always searching up new watches. Casio’s Oceanus line has made it on my list... I really enjoyed this piece. Thanks for watching. 🙏
Thank you for your take on the elements. The real thing of beauty in a man-made creation is the form and function and the art of development and execution and then the endurance of the piece. You may have a point, but the way you present that point makes its validity in reference to the Oceanus tenuous at best.
Thanks! Good review on a good watch, but the proprietary lug is a deal breaker to me as I'm a leather guy. Doesn't stop me from appreciating this beauty though! P.S: You look like Golovkin the boxer 😂
Lordy, haha, I looked that guy up... Really? I mean, *really?* Hahaha, some mid-punch hyper close-ups, maybe, but on the whole: not even close. Thanks though, that was a new one on me, haha.
@@TakeTimewPatrickMarlett You do see the resemblance though, don't you? 😂 You cut your hair short and we're gonna have a hard time telling who's who. Plus you both smile a lot so... 😁
If you get a chance, plz compare this to the Seiko Brightz SAGZ-069 which looks like a Grand Seiko and has same features as this oceanus, titanium, solar, radio control, sapphire etc.
I have this watch but never wore it. Why? It's much smaller than seen on the video's. The size looks more like a ladies watch. Such a pity because the inner specs are just amazing. Thinking of selling it.
I like your review although you can't say it is an atomic clock, it is connected to an atomic clock via radio waves, it will adjust time via this connection but if that connection is lost it cannot keep time the same as an atomic clock and will loose time at the same rate as a quartz timepiece, thought this information was pretty relevent for anybody thinking this is the be all and end all for timekeeping.
@@TakeTimewPatrickMarlett I did, you state it is a 'radio controlled atomic clock' this is not true, also you didn't state that it doesn't even work in the southern hemisphere, an atomic clock would operate wherever you built it (varience would occur), facts are important, I am sure Casio would disagree with you calling it an atomic clock.
support.casio.com/storage/en/manual/pdf/EN/009/qw5235.pdf - Page 2, Casio’s words: “Radio Controlled Atomic Timekeeping.” I will not delve into semantics with you, but *I do not think Casio* would be that heartbroken. You are able to manually adjust the time as well as receive sync signals from the built-in radio antenna for automatic timekeeping with multiband support. It is not suggested as the end all “timekeeper” - that would be my Grand Seiko - it’s just a darn close one.
Looks like my SARB033. That tough movement logo at 6 o’clock is a no gamer for me. Rather than having to use a pin tool to adjust the time zone, they should’ve used a matching button at 1 o’clock. Along with not being able to replace the bracelet with a leather strap is another thumbs down. Hopefully Casio will step it up with an improved or different model.
Does anybody know if you can manually make it sync to the atomic clock, or does it do it automatically? Would be awesome to press the button and see it sync in front of you
I wish Casio had reversed the colors on the date wheel. Black date wheel with white numerals. I don’t see the problem with the tough movement on the watch face. In fact, the newer grand psychos look off because they removed the psycho on top and move the grand Seiko from the bottom to the top so you have it blank spot on the watch face. Terrible.
*This is a Radio Controlled Atomic Clock.* As stated at 1:16 and implied during our Basic User Tutorial, but I neglect to state this at 2:07. It's also missing from the intro text, as "Radio Controlled" would have driven text into your view of the watch.
Thanks for the update Pat. I think the whole radio/atomic thing is country/continent dependent, nice if its available not a deal breaker (unless ++expensive). End of the day, if you glance at your watch and the time is out, you make an adjustment .. yeah added 30-secs to my month ... :o)
This and the stainless steel Casio G-Shock 5000 are great watches for $500.
Oh, so very clever, haha. The finishing *is on par,* but the movement isn't from the original 9S series nor does it have nearly as good a bracelet (non integrated). I'm a Seiko collector: the 9S55 movement was a return to "Mechanical" Grand Seiko's after over twenty-five years. Still, thank you for the offer!
PS-Though the newest 9S movements outshine mine, the history here is more important to me. Only company that I care about "heritage."
Take Time, w/Patrick Marlett What model is that seiko
I've read that the radio control station in Fort Collins Colorado is shutting down in 2019. Is this true?
Bought 3 years ago: NEVER adjusted, NEVER set DST, never charged or battery issues, always precise o the second! - Top level design (except for the "TOUGH MVT." logo on front) - After 3 years, I can check time everywhere: on the car, on clocks on walls or in the streets, but if I want to be SURE and I want to be precise TO THE SECOND, I always check my Casio Oceanus! - GO CASIO!
I don’t need a new watch but I keep watching reviews of this one, and I love hearing comments like yours! What a workhorse watch
@@royroblox it’s incredible. It’s so lightweight and can do it all. Dressed up, down, for work, or play. It’s one of the best watches I own.
I thought the cheap casios are already god tier.
But this…
This is Overkillingly God, Tier😱
Nick Shabazz presented the Odeanus on a review of his and mentioned the types of collectables and usables that he appreciates. He showed several expensive and wonderful watches and from watching his knife presentation videos I knew that his regular job is as a scientist. I thought I was done buying watches as I have a bit of an oddball collection of watches which includes my, "go-to," Tag Hauer which is pretty nice looking, simple and accurate. Will not detail my collection herein. Just saying that it was the features, for the money and the amazingly simple presentation that was just so elegant that had me decide to part with the money of good faith that a non-USA piece demands. I've worn it a lot lately and even slept with it. That will wear that finish down a bit. But I want to test the watch and its band and back to see how this art object tht is exceptionally light, holds up. Casio has nicked me before a couple of times. This is potentially the most handsome homerun they've ever delivered.
I don't know how this weird urban myth started that the zaratsu cases for Casio and Grand Seiko are made in the same factory. When I bought my Oceanus, in Japan, I asked the salesman if it was true. He looked surprised and said no, they are made in separate prefectures. My understanding - I may be wrong - is that they both, along with Citizen, make everything in-house. BTW, I LOVE my Oceanus.
Great review Patrick! Also, thanks for clearly stating the dimensions in the beginning (including lug-to-lug) which some people tend to forget in their reviews.
I guess the reason why the upper link in the watch strap is integrated into the watch case itself is to increase the strength of the transition between the watch strap and the watch case. By allowing the fastening pin to have extra support in the middle, it will also withstand greater loads. This solution is difficult to achieve without having visible holes on the side. At least I think it's easier to accept the holes once I understand why they are there.
great review Patrick. it's tempting. and isn't it incredible that casio can build such a fantastic watch for that money, compare with a frightfully expensive swiss brand!?
Great value for money here.
That's an impressive watch for that price range!
Thanks to this review, I just picked one up! Absolutely love it!
Yeahhh! I’m so happy to read that. It was a good choice. 🙇♂️
Great video Patrick, this is exactly what I was looking for.
I think this ones for me.
Patrick, you've an amazing knack to present your viewers all the relevant information to make an informed choice. Take a bow! Just started following you.
*Thank you Sai*, much appreciated.
A Pat great review really helped me pull the trigger on mines. To me this is the poor man's grand seiko with its finish and grate movement. And got it for under 400$ used. My first good ⌚
Heck yeah! 🤘 *Congratulations* on the new watch.
Nice review. Just got mine today after a worldwide trip from Japan. What a nice watch. Somewhat underwhelming at first look. After I resize dthe bracelet (PITA!) I got it on my wrist and I was surprised at how light and thin it is, just as you mentioned. Put back on a 40mm NTH Nacken and for a minute, it felt like a tank. The Casio is very svelte and a great wear-all-the-time watch. The integrated bracelet is a pain, but I have so many watches that having one that is bracelet-only isn't a deal breaker. You could easily have a custom strap made if you really wanted.......which is something I'll probably do at some time.
Doesn't the bracelet serve as the antenna for the atomic receiver?
People keep understimating Casio!!!
Funfact since the release of this video the magic card in the beginning (mox diamond) has grown in price so much that its now more expensive than the watch
A Phenomenal Looking Watch And Video All The Best To You.
Not sure why this popped up in my feed now but great review. Most importantly, what is the intro track?
Great production! Happy that splitting up with the other guy worked out for you. Subscribed.
Haha, thanks. 👌
Looks like a nice overall package , however with the name Oceanus I expected a screw down crown and at least 200m wr . That would make it a must for me . Also I noticed the tough text right away and was like he’s got to say something about it . Its really quite awful . amazes me how often company’s screw up simple things . I’m talking to you Christopher ward as well as others . Thanks for the review !
Yeah... "TOUGH MVT." needs to go. So many other things they could've printed there if they really thought they had to... ATOMIC SOLAR would be OK, I think.
Agreed on WR 200m.
Why 200m wr? This wr is a real world wr. It's a "fogget bawt it" wr. When you want to dive thàt deep (good luck!) you're better off wearing a dive computer or a saturation diver with a HEV.
Right. The Oceanus isn't a dive watch, so why would anyone need it to have 200m WR?
Also, on my Rolex sd43 there is a shitload more writing @ 6 o clock. Just buy another watch dudes this one is not for you. I heard they give great discounts @ Invicta..
Thank you for an expertly presented review of this beautiful watch. Mine just left Tokyo and is headed my way :D
*Thank you,* and congratulations on the purchase!
Nailed it. This watch deserves more love. It does seem to be a good seller for Seiya though, so I guess he has smart customers. 😉
Great review! I have it and It really impressed me too. there is more in to it! I am very picky about the hands aligning perfectly. this watch has a led system that automatically aligns the hands perfectly.
Yes, that is an important feature of note. I'm trying to condense my videos these days... Before this one cut, I wanted to highlight the quality of it's craftsmanship. Honestly, would love to do a follow up with another of these and talk about that second hand precision. For sure.
Thank you! yes I would like to see more about this watch!
This watch looks great, thanks for another great review. I'd snap one up if I knew the atomic feature worked in Australia but don't think it does. I know you don't need the feature but part of me would think I had a watch I wasn't fully getting the benifit from.
You can set your timezone city, and it shows at least Sydney, and Adelaide too I think, so I would be fairly certain it does work in Australia :)
you get signal from Japan down under
move from Aus then you may enjoy!
Wonderful review. I just received my Oceanus Tuesday this week from Seiya (excellent service BTW) & I couldn't be happier. I was eyeing my first "nice" watch for a long time & had considered the Black Bay 36 as well as the Ball Engineer II. I'm so happy I did not wind up purchasing those and that I came across the Oceanus. Not only did I save a lot of money, but I'm convinced I received a product of higher quality in terms of fit and finish. You'd be hard pressed to beat the Oceanus in overall quality for anything less then 2K-3K USD in my honest opinion.
It’s a darn good watch. Yeah, if the price tag said $999.99, I wouldn’t have been surprised. It’s great that these are accessible *and* of quality.
How long does the power reserve last you? Where I live, winter is pretty long so my current Seiko Solar watch with a V157 (which supposedly has 10mo reserve, doubt it) battery dies out at some point towards December/January despite my efforts to keep it charged. During the summers, I keep it charged all the time and in sunlight whenever I can so as to keep the solar battery charged.
I only spent $300 on that Seiko, but the Oceanus S100 will run me $700 CAD. I really don't want to deal with the headache of worrying about if the watch will make it through winters or not - what are your experiences w the power reserve specifically?
This is going to be my next watch. I am now wearing a Casio WVA-M640TD
Thank you for the review. I have a very similar one (OCW-S100P-2A, light-blue dial with mother pearl). It is as good as you said, and is the most useful and practical watch I have ever owned.
How does it look when you remove the bracelet? It seems there are certain models which can be fitted onto a normal strap?
Ordered mine yesterday.. waiting anxiously..
If they remove that fixed middle link from the case, I'll buy one tomorrow.
They did, with the second iteration of this watch, the OCW-T200
Excellent video. Although, I don't know if I'm the only one that thinks I'd be a good idea to start wearing white gloves while handling the piece to avoid having finger prints and keep a more ascetic showing. Just something to consider in future videos.
Excellent review. This could very well be my next purchase.
Great review. You're very impressive!
🙇♂️🙇♂️🙇♂️
I have never subbed to a content provider before watching the video...that was of course, until today. 5 seconds in and we have a Varolz EDH deck, a Grand Seiko and a Casio Oceanus. I almost found it hard to focus on the content of the video as all 5 of my senses were stimulated to the max.
Hahaha, it got shut down a few times yesterday. Can't help bad hands, but I did claim a turn three, Grim Flayer to a Protean Hulk victory. Sooo gratifying, especially against a bunch of blue players.
@@TakeTimewPatrickMarlett Mine was originally a tiny leaders deck that I turned into a full EDH deck and it remains my go to aggro deck when I get tired of the long control games haha. Must say, I enjoyed the vid and look forward to future watches / content!!!
Just ordered this watch and I am anxiously waiting for the package....
Oh! Awesome. Let me know how it is.
@@TakeTimewPatrickMarlett Patrick you also want one? Contact me and I will explain the discount. I paid much less than when ordered in Japan.
I’m broke 💀 but! I’ll definitely reach out if I have the spare dough 👌
@@TakeTimewPatrickMarlett A vlogger who is broke? U serious? Vloggers drive around in Lambo's! lol
@@TakeTimewPatrickMarlett First impression: it is much smaller than I thought! It is absolutely not chunky! On the videos and photos it looks much bigger.I don't know if I like that. Everything (DST, receiving) is factory set on auto! Nice, so I only have to change things if I want to set it manually. If you are looking for a lazy (simple) watch which looks fancy, this is the best choice.
Fitted a black rubber strap (a Casio, and it took some fiddling) and it is fantastic.
A watch you find yourself pulling up your sleeve just looking at it, it's beautiful, accurate, unique, and a bargain.
Really good review. This had made my short list for my graduation present to myself watch. Went with the SARX045 (now en route from Seiya) as I wanted to go Automatic-but man this watch keeps making “the list”.
I think I found my next watch!!
So... have you pulled the trigger?
@@Simplifier123 Unfortunately, I have not. I’ve bought many other watches that captured my eyes. Since this post, my collection has grown significantly.
@@exkal215 I have had my eyes on this watch for the last 2 years, last year I was in Japan and saw it and wanted it so badly but couldn't buy it at that moment.. Just pulled the trigger on it finally, waiting for it to arrive!
@@Simplifier123 That’s awesome. I hope you enjoy it. I still have my eyes on it, but I have other watches that I prioritized ahead of this one.
@@exkal215 Would you care sharing? ;)
I also bought a seiko orange monster homage by heimdallr. Brilliant watch, better than the original!
Great video and very informative...
Super!
Thank you! 🙇♂️
I had this finish for a year, and then added the black PVD one. They are all I wear, if I wear a watch.
Love the channel, but noticed at 19s mark, the seconds hand on the casio doesn't even align with the markers at all. Not sure if you were joking or not but I just can't see how this is in the same ballpark as a GS. Perhaps I'm ignorant and don't have all the facts. Still nice looking piece and I'd own it in a heart beat! Keep up the good work man! And dude, thanks to the guy that sent the watch in!
It's the angling. This particular module uses a system that keeps the second hand perfectly aligned. If it ever does fall off track, it will automatically adjust. When I had it, it fell perfectly on the minute marks. Also, when comparing cases, we're only looking at the quality of the polished finishing. *Thank you* and Glen, yes, haha.
Question, if you wear this watch every day, and get some scratches, will polishing it like you would another watch return that level of polish it had initially?
I have the OCW-T3000-2AJF and it has none of the drawbacks of this watch.. It's pretty much perfect and I love it!
Can you put it on a different strap?
@@smokinjoe4684 Yes.
That one is on my short list! Thanks Patrick!
Nice watch I love casio watches
I have the Black Coated version of this watch, love it. Great revoew
Casio make brilliant watches for the money. I have the Metal and Gold G Shock B500 dont quote me on the model number! And a £45 Casio diver.. quartz that gains 3 seconds a Month!!
Thx for a great review. I was wondering if this watch as its successor the T200 aligns the hands perfectly with the marks?
I would have this by now if it weren't for the infernal integrated bracelet. I like swapping straps too much. Good review btw you hit all the info anyone would need without going long at all.
That is a pretty big bummer isn't it. Major turn off.
For such a radio-controlled watch, I personally prefer and proudly own the Citizen Atessa Eco-Drive watch. Comes in regular and black-coated titanium. It is also has a non-busy elegant dial as Casio does. Comes in DLC coated titanium bracelet and dial with the better-defined highly-polished indices and frame around the date window. These radio-controlled, light-powered, and super-precise watches, which newer need new batteries, are such a bargain! These two are exquisite and lightweight too! I personally prefer them to the majority of mechanical Yester-era watches.
I wear this watch more often than the sarx033. I absolutely love this watch!
That is in many respects a very nice watch.
Hi Pat, good review. I like the watch a lot and have been thinking about this purchase for a little while - I like water resistance, solar power and class (mixed grouping, I know). I agree the lettering on the dial 'tough ..something.." is not what I want to see on the face of this classy watch , maybe "sapphire" , "radio" or "accurate" is better. It's a great technical package; accurate, sapphire, titanium, 100m. I have a Citizen that's similar that also has the integrated bracket, which limits the look to the factory finish and prevents simple changes. If Casio made a few "small" changes,from a buyer point of view, text on watch face, include a way for simple bracelet/band changes I think it could dominate.
We’ll see what the next iteration brings.
I adore this thing.
Once I took out a halfling as well! It was an interesting experience.
Good review. I see there's another version of this watch (Casio Oceanus OCW-T200S-1AJF Radio Solar Bluetooth Watch) that seems to have the same features, but is all stainless steel instead of titanium and also lacks the crass "TOUGH MVT." text on the face. Similar price as well. But I'm posting this in Nov 2020 and perhaps this version didn't exist in 2018?
I am new to watches, but I had my eye on this watch for a while. Is there ever a time or a discount this watch will ever get?
Or would the price drop when the newer Oceanus watches come out in 2019
Was that Mox Diamond double sleeved? Lol, perfect choice of a card to exhibit reflections. I myself bought 4 of them last year when they were 70 bucks and I complained at how expensive they were. TCGplayer has them listed at 200 each! Watch and MTG Connoisseur! Subscribed.
I’ve doubled sleeved my Commander, yeah. 🧙♂️ My deck has a few cards that I can’t afford to damage, so the whole of it gets sleeved, haha. Odd that the combo cards that actually win the game cost less than a dollar when put together, but every way to get them is $$$. I just spent $80 on a real great, Survival of the Fittest. I remember when it was far less. 😑 Same with Diamond too. I played years ago, but some friends dragged me back into it. We mostly play Cube & Commander now.
Take Time, w/Patrick Marlett Survival of the Fittest with Varolz? That's nasty! I like it! Do you have Birthing Pod in it too? I play Commander as well, I've got Scion of the Ur-Dragon as my Commander and you're definitely right, I've got cheap combo pieces like Worldgorger Dragon and Animate Dead(sort of cheap) to get infinite mana, then dump them into Hellkite Charger for infinite combat steps.
I have a Birthing Pod, but it's not in this particular deck... 90% of my cards are 3 CMC or less, so a Pod sequence wouldn't go too far, haha. I think there are... Ten mana dorks and six rocks to accelerate my mana gain. The deck should win on turn three, always. With the right hand, maybe turn one and possibly two. Obviously, barring I'm playing a game of solitaire. The deck is really shaping up though! This is a new one... I have been playing 5 color Hulk for a while, but Golgari seems to be the fastest approach. Sans *Flash,* believe it or not... I do miss my Flash/Rector into Omniscience strategy though, haha. Tutor all my Tutors and play Seasons Past. Go for the win after that.
I just received my Seiko Alpinist yesterday... Now that I'm looking at the Oceanus again, I have to say, it kind of shares the same kind of look. The Oceanus looks a bit like a modern Alpinist to me. I have to say I agree with the Tough Mov't part and I don't really love the name 'Oceanus'... a better name in the sense of Alpinist, Explorer, etc. replacing the tough mov't place and underneath the water resistance rating would make this a killer!
Gorgeous watch! I want it so much.. I regret not buying it at my trip to Japan last year.
Unfortunately this watch is not fully useable in the middle east since there is no atomic clock radio signal here :\
Ive got this watch for a couple of weeks now and i love it. It is a very comfortable bracelet, you dont even feel the watch on your wrist at times.
Did i noticed a scratch on the bezel above the ATH (Athene) timezone? That’s a pitty since the owner didn’t unpack the watch before send it to you.
Nope, not a scratch. Fuzz/debris. I’m a professional, I only scratch my watches. 👌 If I did manage to scratch it, I would have sent him a new one.
I don't get what you mean about the integrated bracelet. It looks like it could be replaced as normal with another strap.
Watch Part One! It's integrated, the center link that meets the case is fixed.
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It works as an antenna for the radio control reciever. It can't be replaced.
How will this look on a 6 and a quarter inch wrist?. Lovely review overall. kindly respond. Thanks.
Smashing. That’s just my opinion though.
@@TakeTimewPatrickMarlett great.. just one more question, do you think it is durable enough to become a daily driver for the next 4-5 years?
1. Remove the blue accent ring
2. Remove "tough movement"
3. Rebrand as Oceanos
4. Add corrugated dial
5. "Casio" at 12 and "Oceanos" at 6
Voila', your always-accurate $500 Chronomaster clone
In the future, this could be my one and only quartz piece
Patrick, nice watch review. PLEASE, share the name of that snazzy jazz bg music!
It was off an audio service I once used... An artist there. Wish I could remember the name. I no longer have the files for it. 🤦♂️
Grand seiko is my dream watch
Mtg and watches! Nice!
Yup... Been playing a lot of cEDH these days 🤩 and Pauper Cube, of course
cant believe how much those Mox Diamonds have gone up! im so stupid for not buying more! as for the watch ive had mine for awhile and i Love Love Love it!!! it takes up all my wrist time over my Rolex and Seiko because of how comfortable it is. and with 100 meters water resistance i don't worry one bit about getting dirty and it always 100% accurate in time and date and there's just something comfortable in knowing that as well
I feel that way about so many cards... So much on the reserved list is steadily rising. I picked up a Survival of the Fittest, it was about 1/6th of this Oceanus 😑... That’s what it takes to be a Wizard 🧙♂️
I have this watch. Its awesome
Blimbo... It is *awesome.*
Casio makes watches that work well. I'm a bit surprised to see that styling.
Great looking watch!
Fix the bracelet lug issue and add a day/date complication. It would be my grail.
How is this not more popular ?
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Another great video. Analytical, Fair-minded, well shot, well edited and interesting. I guess in terms of genre, this is a good professional looking watch, for smart casual to semi-formal occasions. I love Titanium. I like its characteristics, but I also like titanium symbolically. It is a relatively cheap and non precious metal yet from an engineering viewpoint, very strong and light weight. So immensely valuable from an engineering viewpoint, but per kilogram far cheaper than gold or silver.
It’s a fantastic piece. I’m always searching up new watches. Casio’s Oceanus line has made it on my list... I really enjoyed this piece. Thanks for watching. 🙏
Thank you for your take on the elements. The real thing of beauty in a man-made creation is the form and function and the art of development and execution and then the endurance of the piece. You may have a point, but the way you present that point makes its validity in reference to the Oceanus tenuous at best.
Thanks! Good review on a good watch, but the proprietary lug is a deal breaker to me as I'm a leather guy. Doesn't stop me from appreciating this beauty though!
P.S: You look like Golovkin the boxer 😂
Lordy, haha, I looked that guy up... Really? I mean, *really?* Hahaha, some mid-punch hyper close-ups, maybe, but on the whole: not even close. Thanks though, that was a new one on me, haha.
@@TakeTimewPatrickMarlett You do see the resemblance though, don't you? 😂 You cut your hair short and we're gonna have a hard time telling who's who. Plus you both smile a lot so... 😁
Great video but really? I mean really? GGG and this guy don’t look anything alike haha
i didnt know that type of clock, is just a crazy beauty clock
Do you know if the radio control works in Hawaii? XM and Sirius satellite radio doesn't work here. Does the radio control work off of a satellite?
are they shutting down radio transmission in USA making this watch a regular quartz watch soon?
Should have shown off the beautiful blue lume.
If you get a chance, plz compare this to the Seiko Brightz SAGZ-069 which looks like a Grand Seiko and has same features as this oceanus, titanium, solar, radio control, sapphire etc.
Cool watch.
Brought this last year for my 40th...£540 from Japan including taxes. Lovely watch
Ever reviewed a Seiko Astron? Would be a similar watch but with very different design.
No... I'm not really a fan of the overall design, though I do like the Giugiaro designed model. I would not mind taking one of those in.
that accent ring that goes around the edge is awfully familiar to the f-91w
I have this watch but never wore it. Why? It's much smaller than seen on the video's. The size looks more like a ladies watch. Such a pity because the inner specs are just amazing. Thinking of selling it.
Is this supposed to be a flex?
How is the lume compared to the Seiko ?
Too bad that it's strap can't ever be changed though. Otherwise I'd instantly buy one.
Matt H That is false.
I like your review although you can't say it is an atomic clock, it is connected to an atomic clock via radio waves, it will adjust time via this connection but if that connection is lost it cannot keep time the same as an atomic clock and will loose time at the same rate as a quartz timepiece, thought this information was pretty relevent for anybody thinking this is the be all and end all for timekeeping.
Read both the show notes (description) and pinned comment. Thank you.
@@TakeTimewPatrickMarlett I did, you state it is a 'radio controlled atomic clock' this is not true, also you didn't state that it doesn't even work in the southern hemisphere, an atomic clock would operate wherever you built it (varience would occur), facts are important, I am sure Casio would disagree with you calling it an atomic clock.
support.casio.com/storage/en/manual/pdf/EN/009/qw5235.pdf - Page 2, Casio’s words: “Radio Controlled Atomic Timekeeping.” I will not delve into semantics with you, but *I do not think Casio* would be that heartbroken. You are able to manually adjust the time as well as receive sync signals from the built-in radio antenna for automatic timekeeping with multiband support. It is not suggested as the end all “timekeeper” - that would be my Grand Seiko - it’s just a darn close one.
If is a rival to GS then Rolex is also held at gun point?
Looks like my SARB033. That tough movement logo at 6 o’clock is a no gamer for me. Rather than having to use a pin tool to adjust the time zone, they should’ve used a matching button at 1 o’clock. Along with not being able to replace the bracelet with a leather strap is another thumbs down. Hopefully Casio will step it up with an improved or different model.
Joe T. Plumber the time zone is adjusted easily by pulling out the crown and selecting...
Yup, if you watch the tutorial again, timezone is adjusted via the crown. 👌 we can definitely change the integrated bracelet though
Does anybody know if you can manually make it sync to the atomic clock, or does it do it automatically? Would be awesome to press the button and see it sync in front of you
Both. You can set it.
I've read the atomic clock tower in the U.S. (Colorado) is proposed to close this year due to funding constraints.
Under The Bus you can use an app to sync your watch if they do close
I mate I am interested in buying one of these watches I live in the UK what do you think I pay in
Shipping
@@alanwilde7818 have a look on Chrono24... there is also customs to pay but still worth it for me.
Does anyone know the difference between the 1AJF and 2 AJF? Thanks :)
Is Casio using this movement in any other watch?
Where can I buy this one? Does this have a white dial?
Not in this model, no white dial face. I'd recommend Seiya Japan, just let them know I sent you.
Mox Diamond, nice!!!
"SMUDGES" "SMUDGES" I DON'T SEE NO STINKIN' SMUDGES!
I wish Casio had reversed the colors on the date wheel. Black date wheel with white numerals. I don’t see the problem with the tough movement on the watch face. In fact, the newer grand psychos look off because they removed the psycho on top and move the grand Seiko from the bottom to the top so you have it blank spot on the watch face. Terrible.
Grand Psycho??! LMAO