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The DO have a black dial version...looks sharp. I like the idea of this watch having a hand wound mechanical movement, though...adds to the vintage charm/feel.

Is yours pretty reliable when calibrated everyday? The compass has been the only "is it really worth it?" complication for me on this watch. I'm working on a one-year-later review and will definitely address my concerns with the compass.

It's hit or miss with Timex. Sometimes they hit, sometimes they don't. The watch in this video was actually replaced and the replacement watch did BETTER but doesn't hit every mark. I have another Timex, which is considerable less expensive, and the seconds hand hits all the markers.

I agree. However, between the clicks it's like a SOLID friction bezel. SOOOO, it IS actually useable outside of just the indentations. Still stupid, but better than my first impressions from this video. It's a great watch! I'm really diggin' it!

Ooooh, that would be cool!

When you rotate the crown, or in normal operation? Bummer. Busted gears? Weak battery?

@@WatchWittI have put two different batteries in. I can adjust the time and the minute and hour hand move, but the time doesn’t change when in normal operation. When I adjust the time, the hands sometimes won’t move when turning the dial but a few turns but then will turn fast after. There is some play in the dial when turning the hands. It is a bummer

VERY accurate. This watch didn't gain or lose even one second a day, when keeping records for almost a year!

👌 thanks

Thanks! Always my pleasure to spend time with one of your watches!

Do you love it? Such a cool dial. And this bezel...mmmmnnnn!

It will be fine! Great watch right?!

Wow, that's quite a task! Well, yes, I tend to make videos on watches that appeal to me and that are generally under $1k. Occasionally I'll review a more expensive watch, but I label those as "Luxury Edition." Thanks for subscribing...glad to see you here!

It's still a weird occurrence though, right?

Amazing price, right?! You're going to love it!

I love how it's retro and modern without overstepping either boundary. Definitely a fun watch to wear! It's actually Bund strap...the idea was to protect the skin from the caseback, also to keep sweat out of the watch!

@@WatchWitt Oh, I love bund-t cakes. 😂

@1vegasdood Mmmmmnnnn...cake.

She’s a beauty!

I love this blue and white contrast! Yes, I've been wanting one of these Seagull movements to gaze at...finally got one!

Vario has the look DOWN! Modern vintage.

These Bund straps are the best! Really dug the clip on 2 piece, too...great option for wired lugs.

You're welcome...thanks for coming along for the ride!

Isn't that what you wanted to do?

Like tilt your wrist? That would be nice...hands-free Indiglo would rock!

Time For Another Watch just did it yesterday! Great comparison...watch here: ua-cam.com/video/qLVQQL0g324/v-deo.htmlsi=zwvMrN0PNFMUmVOq

Hard to say, as there are a few different caseback styles. If you have series of small ridges around the caseback perimeter (almost look like a grip for your fingers to rotate it) then you need a friction ball. Or, if you see a little lip, almost like a screwdriver head, near one of the lugs...that's a snap on/off caseback. You pry/leverage that carefully to remove. But caution with those...they can be extremely difficult to put back ON without the right tools, and you risk damaging your watch...many will shatter their crystal while attempting.

I did a little more research and found out it is a monocoque case GN-4W-UL. Apparently, the bezel needs to be removed and the stem to replace the battery. I would love to see a video on that!

@stevenmonkman1500 Oh, wow, I've never seen a monoblock case from Citizen. Yes, typically you have to remove the crystal and go in from the front! You should be able to find some videos, but specific tools are needed. If you don't have the experience, this one is better off having done by a watchmaker.

Nice! You're going to love it. Such a great watch. The side profile is insane! SO easy to twist that bezel at the 12 and 6 spots.

@@WatchWitt It is a superb watch. Damn i am happy that i got this. Bracelett is so Epic and the Lume....omg

Makes you even more surprised that you found one, right? Enjoy!

@@WatchWitt Will do

Absolutely 👍

Thanks for the compliment! Man, if you even remotely like it in my full video, you're going to absolutely love it in person! It's a sleeper...very cool watch!

@@WatchWitt oh I’ve watched your video loads, and Watching James. I didn’t know about this watch until 4th Jun, when I came across James review. He’s said it’s his best watch from Ali, and I can see that. I love the blue strap you have with it, where is that from??

The blue FKM strap in the main/full video is a Summit style from Juelong, also on AliExpress. ua-cam.com/video/7YVt0e6dbq0/v-deo.html

Well the watch was delivered on Tuesday. I’m in love. Phenomenal watch. Taken me only a day wearing it to get used to the much larger case but fits my 6.75 inch wrist beautifully. Unbelievable watch.

Awesome...great to hear!

Great testimony! You're not the first Speedy owner to chime in and let us know that you've got a Pagani too. It's great to hear that these give at least a LITTLE taste of the original. There's no arguing that they're a great buy/bull for the money, whether it's your beater watch or the nicest watch you can afford.

Great watch!

If you're asking if this is a "vX" of the PD-1701, no it's not. They gave this watch its own reference number, PD-1779. This is the only version of the 1779...there hasn't been a v2 yet, that I know of. The version numbers happen when they update the watch, or add a dial variation. This IS the same specs as the newest PD-1701, but adds PVD case, partial skeleton dial, blue anti-reflective coating on the sapphire crystal, and a completely different strap.

@@WatchWitt I get it now, thanks 👍

Awesome! Just use the same search next time...happens every now and then...

Absolutely. I can see a shortened, adaptation of a mantle clock here, too. Anyway you look at it, it's beautiful!

No problem...Hope to see you around here!

Me too...I love the more classic look of the black and white on V3. I haven't had to replace the battery on a VK63 yet. But pretty straight forward. Definitely need some small watchmaker tweezers to remove the battery clip and do the reset.

I prefer them, depending on the watch/dial. But if they start getting scratched up, they look terrible and actually prevent you from reading the date! This one is pretty big, so you don't have to find JUST the right angle like you were mentioning. Image is big, too!

Yes, they changed them. Nobody really knows why, but speculation is that they were too close to the original watch. I've seen reviews featuring the changes...the watch looks identical in quality/build...just those revisions are different.

I love this strap! Comfortable, rugged, and looks great. Once it stretched a little to fit me, I was happy. It really gives it a nice sporty look and feel. And as I've mentioned in other comments, just pulling a little slack and moving the strap to the side gives you full view of the movement...no need to remove the strap from the fixed lugs.

@@WatchWitt Yes, that makes this strap super practical, easier than natos to put your watch on, bracelet-like. I’m glad it finally fit you right. It’s very kind of you to take your time to reply to the comments 👏🏼

@@charliealva4833For my size wrist, 8 inches, I have to remove the strap from the bottom lug to take on/off. My guess is somewhat smaller wrists could slide in/out without removing. Another nice thing about the fixed lugs is that the opening is wide, unlike some springbar clearances, so wear and tear on the strap should be reduced. Man, I'll always reply to comments, at least as long as it's feasible to do so. I've always wanted this channel to be more of a community for watch nerds than a straightforward review channel. That's why I try to keep my videos conversational...no scripts...so you know that I'm genuinely just geeking out, and that there's a welcome invitation to join the conversation. Thanks for noticing.

@@WatchWitt I guess that I won’t be doing any arm wrestling with you, at 8in, we know who’d be the winner 😅 btw: Watch nerds 🤣 that’s what we’re, right? We should be proud and know that…we’re not alone! 🤓 Keep enjoying what you do best!

Thanks...just by chance. I had seen several Instagram posts of it and really liked it. Bought it when it was website only, and it released on AliExpress around the time I uploaded this. I feel like there will be quite a few enthusiasts searching for a video on this one, so they can decide if it's worth it or not...

I think so too! That's really the first thing that attracted me to this watch, then everything else just fell into place. I have been wanting an ST19 movement for a while now.

Yay! You're welcome.

Well, that's why I'm here...show you the watch and let you decide what's right for you! But I'll tell you, that font doesn't jump out at you while wearing the watch; it's just too small to even tell. But if you know, you know...and I guess that's where some get hung up. I saw a Reddit post that said this was limited to 500 pieces, so there might not be a V2. I like the crown guards...!

I'm 50/50 with you. 1) The resistance on the bezel BETWEEN the clicks is solid...like a friction bezel. While I don't agree with the 24 click choice, it IS functional as its intended countdown scale. 2) Absolutely. Screw down crown and pushers with 200m water resistance would have been awesome! 3) The strap DID stretch out a little. I can now wear it with confidence that it won't come undone. Since 7" inch is average, and I have 8" wrist, it's acceptable. Bigger would have been better, but not if you've got a 6" wrist...too MUCH strap. 4) Absolutely! The text feels like it wasn't thought out. It didn't stop me from buying it, but it may stop others.

Glad you like it! This was the unboxing...check my thoughts on the watch after owning for a year...full review: ua-cam.com/video/eoBNBSuC5os/v-deo.html

Well the fixed lugs are the most major part of the homage, as this takes design cues from the FXD collection. Man, great point on grit/sand getting between the strap and caseback crystal...another reason sapphire might have been a better choice there. I originally heard that this would be limited to 500 pieces, but haven't been able to confirm. They don't mention that in the listing.

The Seagull ST19's are hands down the most beautiful mechanical chronograph movements you can obtain at an affordable price!

I like the historical significance of this caliber. For me, it's a nice touch to interact with the watch before putting it on, and gaze at the movement. But as a different build, maybe a more robust watch, an automatic would be cool....

@@WatchWitt i have their full lume dial watch

How do you like it? The lume on this watch is fantastic!

@@WatchWitt great lume for the money, nh35, sapphire maybe a real leather band

There is no auto chrono movement to fit into this price range, not even from the Chinese.

Update: Although there is no mention of the swan neck regulator, the picture on AliExpress shows it on the back side of the watch.

Probably the number one comment...and I had the same reservations before buying the watch. But, at least with THIS single pass, you just have to grab some slack and move the strap to side for glorious viewing! No need to remove the strap. This DOES have the swan neck regulator. Versions I have seen in the past have it blued, but this one is gold in color. You can see it in this video above the balance wheel.