Giving Perlon Another Chance : Armilla Perlon Sports Review
Another Thank You to Armilla for gifting the straps to the channel.
Armilla Perlon: https://armillawatchbands.com/collections/perlon-sports
Use code "relativetime" for 15% off.
——Watchers shown
Green Cronos Diver: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_dV73nq0
Review coming soon
Seiko SRPE61: https://youtu.be/j3KnhTnR5zU
Amazon: https://geni.us/McSpfQG
Orient Denab: https://youtu.be/rBjezLNKJD4
Seiko Ghost Alpinist: https://youtu.be/gXfsyDJPf9c
Vario Empire: https://youtu.be/tYGrdbGtJgY
Hamilton Khaki King: https://youtu.be/uHB3Cly7-QY
So a quick one for you today. Perhaps too quick, but should give you a good idea of What to expect with Armilla’s new Perlon Straps.
Note: Some of the links above are affiliate links, I am an Amazon, AVI-8, Armilla, Aliexpress, Spinnaker, eBay and Phoibos affiliate so I would earn a small commission on qualified purchases. But most of the time Amazon is just the best source to link something just to get a look. I always encourage you to shop around and find the best price.
#relative-time #Armilla #Perlon
A Kraken Cocktail : Phoibos Voyager [Review] Brown PY026D
Another Thank You to Phoibos for gifting this watch to the channel.
Phoibos Voyager: https://phoiboswatch.com/categories/collection/voyager.html
You can also use the discount code relativetime for 10% off anything from Phoibos
——Straps Used
Brown Ritche Leather (on Amazon): https://geni.us/nTeh
Ritche Silicone (on Amazon): https://geni.us/jCeXBb
Shark Mesh Bracelet (on Amazon:)https://geni.us/DVcaFJ
Vario Cordura Zulu: https://vario.sg/collections/cordura-single-pass-strap
Beige Nato:
Red Perlon:
Brown Saber leather:
——Other Watchers shown
Phoibos Sea Nymph Review : https://youtu.be/H3CIcX4-ge4
Phoibos Wave Master: Making Waves : https://youtu.be/AvObnGqm_Q8
Phoibos Great Wall: Monster of the Deep: https://youtu.be/yD78DZRQ9ag
Today we are looking at one of the more interesting watches form Phoibos I’ve seen. In some ways the Voyager is a follow up to last years Sea Nymph. This time in a larger more “manly” size and an automatic. This 40mm watch is a bit dress and all business. With Sapphire, good lume, and 300m of water resistance all powered by a Seiko NH35a movement.
This is the brown version. Reference: PY026D
Note: Some of the links above are affiliate links, I am an Amazon, AVI-8, Armilla, Aliexpress, Spinnaker, eBay and Phoibos affiliate so I would earn a small commission on qualified purchases. But most of the time Amazon is just the best source to link something just to get a look. I always encourage you to shop around and find the best price.
#relative-time #Phoibos #20K
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The Great 20,000 Subscriber Giveaway! [Contest]
---- The Contest has Concluded...
——Contest Prizes:
1. Phoibos Proteus Review: https://youtu.be/uTBb5SVwYkg
Phoibos : https://bit.ly/2YhYmPO
You can also use the discount code relativetime for 10% off anything from Phoibos
2. Vostok Reef GMT Review: https://youtu.be/CxfOlFXWHHs
Meranom: https://meranom.com/en/amfibia/vostok-watch-amphibia-reef-2426-080481.html
3. Pagani Designs GMT: Review Coming Soon
https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_dWQhSme
——Preview Watches
1. Orient Star Diver: https://www.tuswatches.com/product-page/orient-star-sports-diver-200m-pepsi-blue-re-au0306l00b
2. Phoibos Voyager: https://phoiboswatch.com/categories/collection/voyager.html
You can also use the discount code relativetime for 10% off anything from Phoibos
3. Glycine Combat Sub
4. Zelos Nova: Espresso Brown Zelos Nova [QuickTake] https://youtu.be/p-comfTozHg
5. Seiko Cocktail Time (on Amazon): https://geni.us/nhHm
6. L1 Fire: https://www.lilienthal.berlin/en/l1-fire-cork-marble-bronze-l01-111-b032g
Contest Rules:
The contest is open only to residence of countries that are currently accepting mail from the United States. If you are unsure if your country is check this list.
https://about.usps.com/newsroom/service-alerts/international/welcome.htm
Entires from countries on that list will be considered invalid. Sorry, but if I can’t mail it to you there isn’t anything I can do to get it to you.
To enter the contest, leave a comment on this video that includes “#RelativeTime” in it. After that you are done. The contest will run From today (August 12, 2020) until midnight on September 12, 2020. Or until Midnight the day the channel hits 20,000 subscribers, whichever takes the longest.
There will be three prizes for three different winners. The first prize is a Phoibos Proteus, Second a Vostok Amphibia Reef GMT, and third place is a Pagani Designs GMT watch.
Good luck, and feel free to ask any questions.
Note: Some of the links above are affiliate links, I am an Amazon, AVI-8, Armilla, Aliexpress, Spinnaker, eBay and Phoibos affiliate so I would earn a small commission on qualified purchases. But most of the time Amazon is just the best source to link something just to get a look. I always encourage you to shop around and find the best price.
#relative-time #Phoibos #20K
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Espresso Brown Zelos Nova [QuickTake]
As always a huge thank you to Zelos for giving this watch to the channel. For full specs and prices:
https://zeloswatches.com/collections/nova-38mm
Specs:
Espresso Brown Colorway
38mm Width
44mm Lug to Lug
8.5mm total thickness
20mm Lug Width
ETA 7001 Movement
So this is a short one for you today. Zelos was nice enough to send the new Nova Dress watch a few days before release. So it arrived about 12 hours before I was set to leave on a trip. Rather then haphazardly throw together something quickly I decided to do a QuickTake now and do a full review later. As there is a good chance these will sell out quickly. At least this way those that are interested get a quick look at some real video.
Another thing to note, this video may seem and sound a little different. As I said I was set to leave on a trip to o visit family. So I captured all the footage before I left, then recorded the audio and edited this all on the road. So not my usual setup or software to do this. I even wound up editing this altogether on an IPad.
Anyway fantastic watch, and any questions feel free to ask below.
Note: Some of the links above are affiliate links, I am an Amazon, AVI-8, Armilla, Aliexpress, Spinnaker, eBay and Phoibos affiliate so I would earn a small commission on qualified purchases. But most of the time Amazon is just the best source to link something just to get a look. I always encourage you to shop around and find the best price.
#relative-time #Zelos #Nova
Seiko SRPE61 : The Silver Shadow 40mm 5KX ( The Dress KX ) SRPE61K1 / SBSA051
To Support The Channel Check out the Relative Time Amazon Store:
https://www.amazon.com/shop/relativetime
Some of the links are affiliate links that will earn me a small commission.
Lots of great places to look for the Seiko SRPE61.
Amazon: https://geni.us/McSpfQG
Long Island: https://www.longislandwatch.com/Seiko_SRPE61_5_Sports_Watch_p/srpe61.htm
eBay: https://ebay.to/2Pm051f
---- Straps Shown:
Ostrich Leather (on Amazon): https://geni.us/pNmU
Vario 2 Piece Leather Cordura: https://vario.sg/pages/cordura-watch-straps
Ritche Black/Grey Leather Nylon (on Amazon): https://geni.us/S4gp
Barton Khaki Sailcloth (on Amazon): https://geni.us/KaItPX
Green Perlon:
Red Perlon:
Brown Saber leather:
---- Other Watches:
Seiko Ghost Alpinist: https://youtu.be/gXfsyDJPf9c
Seiko Pepsi 5KX: https://youtu.be/eFvHG9nIKMs
Seiko Dark Knight Turtle: https://youtu.be/S2iy9jfeCCs
Seiko Ice Monster: https://youtu.be/ZQLhwbVLnOY
Seiko SNZG11J1: https://youtu.be/8BzY2vGHiQU
Boldr Odyssey Serpentine: https://youtu.be/pzMs8tUljKc
Strapcode Razor on Kamasu: https://youtu.be/wI8BalGrVug
This one was a bit of a surprise. I got one of the new 40mm Seiko 5s out of curiosity. Yet it wound up renewing my faith in Seiko. That they still have what it takes to create a great affordable everyday watch. So this is definitely one to check out, as it may be the best affordable sport watch out there right now.
The idea behind it is a little strange, as it's a smaller version of the SKX or the new 5KXs. All done up with a dressy facelift. Which is why some are starting to call it the Dress-KX. Although no matter how odd that may sound, this one is pretty good. Reference SRPE61 / SRPE61k1 / SRPE61j1 .
Note: Some of the links above are affiliate links, I am an Amazon, AVI-8, Armilla, Aliexpress, Spinnaker, eBay and Phoibos affiliate so I would earn a small commission on qualified purchases. But most of the time Amazon is just the best source to link something just to get a look. I always encourage you to shop around and find the best price.
#relativetime #Seiko #DressKX
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Do You Need a Meca-Quartz Diver? Spinnaker Fleuss Chrono Review ( SP-5085-22 )
Another big thank you to Spinnaker for gifting this watch to the channel.
http://bit.ly/2MrfgHV
You can check out the Fluess Chrono Line here:
https://bit.ly/3hWC5hn
For any full price Spinnaker, you can use the discount code SHANE20 for 15% off. Note that the code is attached to an affiliate program. So I would earn a small commission.
-----Straps Shown
Rios 1931 Brown Leather (on Amazon): https://geni.us/P8bmn
Barton Khaki Sailcloth ( on Amazon): https://geni.us/KaItPX
Ritche Black and Orange Silicone (on Amazon): https://geni.us/jCeXBb
Mora Bond Nato Strap: https://www.morastraps.com/
----Watches Shown
AVI-8 Lafayette: https://youtu.be/niTAGttkLRk
Traska Summiteer: https://youtu.be/PlPTvQutUGM
Seiko Meca-Quartz SSB031 (on Amazon): https://geni.us/fWynw
G-shock GW-B5600 with Case Mod: https://youtu.be/DZwlD0gMO5I
Case Mod: http://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_Bf8bi6DL
Comet Chronograph: https://youtu.be/PVLvuHDbnSY
Today we are taking a look at the Spinnaker Fleuss Chronograph. Reference SP-5085-22 . A 43mm meca-quartz chronograph powered by a Seiko VK73 movement. This one is a pretty interesting watch as it's the first Diving Chronograph I've run across. Plus there is a whole lot of green in that wide expansive dial.
Note: Some of the links above are affiliate links, I am an Amazon, AVI-8, Armilla, Aliexpress, Spinnaker, eBay and Phoibos affiliate so I would earn a small commission on qualified purchases. But most of the time Amazon is just the best source to link something just to get a look. I always encourage you to shop around and find the best price.
#relative-time #spinnaker #fleuss
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The Best Budget Rolex Explorer Alternative? : Traska Summiteer Review
Traska Summiter: https://www.traskawatch.com/summiteer
----Straps Shown:
Khaki Barton Sailcloth (on Amazon): https://geni.us/KaItPX
Brown Ritche Leather (on Amazon): https://geni.us/nTeh
Black Saber leather:
We are finally getting around to taking a look at my Traska Summiter. Perhaps the best budget Rolex Explorer Alternative out there. I jumped on the Kickstarter, and I'm glad I did. One of the most comfortable watches I've owned. At 38mm wide and powered with a Miyota 9039. Definitely a must-see.
A couple of notes:
1) I originally planned on reviewing this a while ago, but at the last min decided to do the Beaufort Aerotimer instead. My reasoning was that the Aerotimer was in stock, while the Traska Summiter was listed as having more available in July.
Well here we are in July and evidently, the demand has been so great there aren't any. In fact, they have shut down the waitlist. So looks like this may turn into another Helm type situation. So if you are interested sign up for the waitlist and keep your fingers crossed.
2) If you check out the Lume Comparison Timelapse it almost looks like the second hand is going backward. Pretty Trippy, but all an optical illusion. No clue how that works, but I might look into it. I know I set the camera for 15-second intervals, and it's running 24 frames per second. So might have to try that again to see what happens.
Note: Some of the links above are affiliate links, I am an Amazon, AVI-8, Armilla, Aliexpress, Spinnaker, eBay and Phoibos affiliate so I would earn a small commission on qualified purchases. But most of the time Amazon is just the best source to link something just to get a look. I always encourage you to shop around and find the best price.
#relativetime #Traska #ExplorerAlternative
One Way To Lume Out Your Seiko : Firefly Watchworks Mod Dial Review
Thanks again to Fernando & Cinco Mentes Horology for letting me spend some time with the Firefly.
To check out the Dial : https://www.instagram.com/firefly_watchworks/
Our to Check out Fernando and his mods: https://www.instagram.com/diywatchandstraps/
Or just check out my stuff on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/relative.time/
---- Other Watches Shown:
Seiko SNK805 : https://youtu.be/ciP_zmTv5RU
Cadisen Conquest Mod: https://youtu.be/-ngetVeJajE
Undone Type XX: https://youtu.be/zsB1oH8Lcgs
Fully Lumed Vostok : https://youtu.be/qWcHSSiT7eQ
Zelos Horizons GMT V2: https://youtu.be/mj0PXvRXvc0
Something a little different today. A friend from Instagram has sent me a modded out Seiko SNK to check out. Which includes a double domed sapphire crystal, solid case back, new hands and a fully lumed dial. Which as a whole is interesting enough, yet the dial itself is of particular interest. As it's a new aftermarket dial that he has helped to create.
#relativetime #fireflywatchworks
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Is This The Worlds First Affordable Micro-Rotor? Sólás Starlight [Review]
Thanks to Solas for letting me borrow this.
https://solaswatches.com/
I believe the Kickstarter starts on July 6th.
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/solaswatches/solas-starlight-an-irish-affordable-micro-rotor-watch
Also an apology to Hangzhou for butchering their name. I'm not even sure I said it the same way twice. As well as if you are interested in Micro-rotor movements. This is a good primer.
https://www.horobox.com/en/news-detail/the-history-and-function-of-the-micro-rotor
----Straps Shown
Barton Blue Sailcloth (on Amazon): https://geni.us/QMfzSI4
Mesh Bracelet (on Amazon): https://geni.us/Arv5R1
Brown / Grey Leather (on Amazon): https://geni.us/LsNQZ
Vario Harris Tweed: https://youtu.be/twyCzGOOMq8
Blue Leather:
---- Other Watches Shown
Orient Deneb: https://youtu.be/rBjezLNKJD4
Traska Summiter: Coming Soon
Vario Empire: https://youtu.be/tYGrdbGtJgY
Beaufort Aerotimer: https://youtu.be/S4NpwemMyvY
Today we are taking a look at one of the hardest watches I've had to film. Yet it's also one of the most intersting, as it's possibly the first affordable micro-rotor watch. It's the Sólás Starlight, from Sólás a brand new microbrand out of Ireland. It combines that microrotor with an Aventurine dial for a very interesting and beautiful watch. Although it's one you have to see in person to truly appreciate.
That Aventurine dial is very challenging to capture just right, yet I did my best here. It's a 38mm watch, and it's also the first watch to be powered by a Hangzhou 5000A. A micro-rotor movement that was released a few years ago.
Note: Some of the links above are affiliate links, I am an Amazon, AVI-8, Armilla, Aliexpress, Spinnaker, eBay and Phoibos affiliate so I would earn a small commission on qualified purchases. But most of the time Amazon is just the best source to link something just to get a look. I always encourage you to shop around and find the best price.
#relativetime #solas #micro-rotor
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A Truly Affordable Datejust Alternative : Orient Tri-Star Deneb Review ( Rolex Alternative Tristar )
Huge Thank You to Tus Watches for giving this watch to the channel to review.
https://www.tuswatches.com/
Blue Deneb: https://www.tuswatches.com/product-page/orient-deneb-tri-star-automatic-men-s-watch-ra-ab0e08l19a
----Straps Used:
Barton Blue Sailcloth (on Amazon): https://geni.us/QMfzSI4
Vario Harris Tweed: https://youtu.be/twyCzGOOMq8
Mesh Bracelet (on Amazon): https://geni.us/Arv5R1
Blue Leather ( on Amazon): https://geni.us/PZD6
Ostrich Leather (on Amazon): https://geni.us/pNmU
Brown / Grey Leather (on Amazon): https://geni.us/LsNQZ
Black Saber leather:
----Other Watches Shown:
Orient Bambino V2: https://youtu.be/j_VvQF2zCl8
Orient Bambino Small Seconds: https://youtu.be/7EKcSwLIDCQ
Vario Empire: https://youtu.be/tYGrdbGtJgY
Carnival Quadrant: https://youtu.be/0CfMqnJQ5Iw
Seiko SNK805: https://youtu.be/ciP_zmTv5RU
----Alternative Seikos to check out:
Seiko SNXS79K (on Amazon): https://geni.us/h2nyfRS
Seiko SNK393K (on Amazon): https://geni.us/n7ML
Seiko SNK357K (on Amazon): https://geni.us/dpTlP
Seiko SNK385K (on Amazon): https://geni.us/QdAXd
Today we are taking a look at a fantastic affordable dress watch from Orient. The Orient Tri-Star Deneb. This has one of the best dials I've seen, let alone at this price range. It's a 39mm dress watch powered by Orient's own in house movement. I'd say the design is a bit 70s, mixed with a Rolex Datejust. So at a price in the lowe $100s, I'd say this is one of the best Rolex Datejust alternatives around.
Reference #: RA-AB0E08L19A / RA-AB0E08L
Also is it Tri-star, Tristar, or 3 star?
Note: Some of the links above are affiliate links, I am an Amazon, AVI-8, Armilla, Aliexpress, Spinnaker, eBay and Phoibos affiliate so I would earn a small commission on qualified purchases. But most of the time Amazon is just the best source to link something just to get a look. I always encourage you to shop around and find the best price.
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Vintage Looks, Modern Movement : AVI-8 Lafayette Chronograph Review ( AV-4076-33 )
Thanks to AVI-8 for gifting the watch to the channel. You can check out the Lafayette Chrono here.
(US) https://www.avi-8.com/products/lafayette-chronograph?p=BkfwhxqyS
(UK) https://avi-8.co.uk/products/lafayette-chronograph?p=BkfwhxqyS
Use discount code SHANE20 for 15%off AVI-8
----Straps Shown:
Vario 2 Piece Leather Cordura: https://vario.sg/pages/cordura-watch-straps
Ritche Black and Orange Silicone (on Amazon): https://geni.us/jCeXBb
Brown Leather: https://holbensfinewatchbands.com/collections/rios1931/products/rios1931-typhoon-genuine-buffalo-leather-cognac
Green Nato (on Amazon): https://geni.us/M5By1
----Other Watches:
AVI-8 P51 Mustang: https://youtu.be/ROjwKfESEPg
Comet Chronograph: https://youtu.be/PVLvuHDbnSY
Today we are looking at the AVI-8 Lafayette Chronograph. A vintage-style chronograph that is inspired by the Lafayette Escadrille from World War I. It's 42mm wide and powered by a Seiko Mecha-Quartz movement.
Note: Some of the links above are affiliate links, I am an Amazon, AVI-8, Armilla, Aliexpress, Spinnaker, eBay and Phoibos affiliate so I would earn a small commission on qualified purchases. But most of the time Amazon is just the best source to link something just to get a look. I always encourage you to shop around and find the best price.
#relativetime #AVI-8 #Lafayette
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A Frosty Sea God : Phoibos Proteus Review
In my rush to get the video done, I completely forgot to mention that the watch was gifted to the channel by Phoibos in the video. So a huge thank you to them.
You can check out the remaining Proteus here: https://bit.ly/2YhYmPO
You can also use the discount code relativetime for 10% off anything from Phoibos.
If they are out of the one you want, Long Island Watch also carries a variety of Phoibos.
https://www.longislandwatch.com/
And if all else fails there is always eBay.
https://ebay.to/30YlLHC
----Straps Shown:
Maroon Nato: http://bit.ly/2mpO7Zi
Brown Leather (on Amazon): https://geni.us/P8bmn
Vario 2 Piece Leather Cordura: https://vario.sg/pages/cordura-watch-straps
Ritche Black and Orange Silicone (on Amazon): https://geni.us/jCeXBb
Black Single Strap:
----Other Watches Shown:
Phoibos Great Wall: https://youtu.be/yD78DZRQ9ag
Phoibos Wave Master: https://youtu.be/AvObnGqm_Q8
Phoibos Bronze Eagle Ray: https://youtu.be/vrjkH1VLryo
Phoibos GMT Eagle Ray: https://youtu.be/oR4rH71WWOE
So after a bit of a shipping delay, I finally got the Phoibos Proteus in to review. It's definitely one of Phoibos's most interesting designs. In some ways, a bit of a greatest hits compilation of different inspiration. All powered by a Seiko NH35A.
Note: Some of the links above are affiliate links, I am an Amazon, Armilla, Aliexpress, Spinnaker, eBay and Phoibos affiliate so I would earn a small commission on qualified purchases. But most of the time Amazon is just the best source to link something just to get a look. I always encourage you to shop around and find the best price.
#relativetime #Phoibos #Proteus
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Beaufort Aerotimer Review : Casual California by way of New Zealand
https://beaufort-watches.com/
----Straps Used:
Mora Bond Nato: https://www.morastraps.com/
Vario Leather / Cordura: https://vario.sg/collections/2-piece-cordura-leather-watch-strap
Ritche Silicone (on Amazon): https://geni.us/jCeXBb
Grey Leather pilot (on Amazon): https://geni.us/ahuQOx6
----Watches Shown:
Orient Star Outdoor: https://youtu.be/4JR2PyrH_Xg
Traska Summiter: Coming Soon
Spinnaker Hull California: https://youtu.be/kUnWjZuMf_I
Vaer Auto: https://youtu.be/hX1PEgDfygA
Today we take a look at a cool California checking out a cool California dial. Last fall I jumped on the Beaufort Aerotimer Kickstarter. After a little bit of a delay it showed up last month, and I've been enjoying it since.
Now, this 40mm Pastel Blue watch isn't going to be for everyone, just as a the Cali dial it sports. Yet it's still a cool casual watch worth checking out. Powered by an Elabore grade Selitta SW200.
Note: Some of the links above are affiliate links, I am an Amazon, Armilla, Aliexpress, Spinnaker, eBay and Phoibos affiliate so I would earn a small commission on qualified purchases. But most of the time Amazon is just the best source to link something just to get a look. I always encourage you to shop around and find the best price.
#relativetime #Beaufort #Californiadial
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A Different Kind of Diver : James & Muriel Proteus Review
You Can Check out the Proteus here: https://www.jamesandmuriel.co/proteus
----Straps Shown:
Black Nato: https://www.morastraps.com/
Ritche Brown/Grey Leather/Nylon (on Amazon): https://geni.us/LsNQZ
Barton Khaki Sailcloth (on Amazon): https://geni.us/m4k9B
Barton White Silicone (on Amazon): https://geni.us/ZJRw
Green Nato:
----Other Watches Shown:
J&M Timekeeper: https://youtu.be/6AclFMqtFQQ
Seiko Turtle: https://youtu.be/S2iy9jfeCCs
NTH Tikuna: https://youtu.be/jOzIv5E94ls
Zelos Mako V3: https://youtu.be/8jrgELyjrMg
Today we are taking a look at a diver that has a bit of a different design. It's the James & Muriel Proteus. It's a fairly thin 40mm diver with a narrow lug to lug of 46mm. All powered by a Miyota 9039.
Note: Some of the links above are affiliate links, I am an Amazon, Armilla, Aliexpress, Spinnaker, eBay and Phoibos affiliate so I would earn a small commission on qualified purchases. But most of the time Amazon is just the best source to link something just to get a look. I always encourage you to shop around and find the best price.
#relativetime #Zelos #HorizonsGMT
Strangely Appealing : Vario Herringbone Harris Tweed Strap Review
Once again thanks to Vario for gifting the straps to the channel. You can find them here:
https://vario.sg/collections/harris-tweed-strap
If your curious to see that diver in tweed:
https://www.instagram.com/p/CBB0VKwnYyb/
Watches shown:
Vario Empire: https://youtu.be/tYGrdbGtJgY
Hamilton Khaki King: https://youtu.be/9RdgNxHKaEw
Traska Summiter: Coming Soon
Seiko Ghost Alpinist: https://youtu.be/gXfsyDJPf9c
Orient 3 Star Deneb: Coming Soon
Solas Starlight: Coming Soon ( https://www.instagram.com/p/CBGk58rHxFf/ )
Vaer Heritage Dark: https://youtu.be/R_fOogz0tBI
Zelos Mako V3: https://youtu.be/8jrgELyjrMg
What's the craziest strap you have ever seen? For me, it was a Harris Tweed Wool strap from Vario. Although as odd as that sounds, it's also strangely appealing. Vario recently released 4 new Harris Tweed straps, this time with a herringbone pattern. So today I take a closer look at two that were sent in. As usual, you will also see a whole variety of watches with these straps.
Note: Some of the links above are affiliate links, I am an Amazon, Armilla, Spinnaker and Phoibos affiliate so I would earn a small commission on qualified purchases. But most of the time Amazon is just the best source to link something just to get a look. I always encourage you to shop around and find the best price.
#relativetime #Vario #harristweed
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What lies beyond : Zelos Horizons GMT V2 Review
Again a HUGE thank you to Zelos for gifting this watch to the channel!
https://zeloswatches.com/collections/horizons-gmt
----Straps Used:
Blue Sailcloth (on Amazon): https://geni.us/QMfzSI4
Ritche Brown/Grey Leather (on Amazon): https://geni.us/LsNQZ
Khaki Cordura Zulu: https://vario.sg/collections/cordura-single-pass-strap
2 Piece Leather Cordura: https://vario.sg/pages/cordura-watch-straps
Black & Tan Nato (on Amazon): https://geni.us/bUMJ
Silver Nato: https://www.morastraps.com/
Whisky Saber leather:
Khaki Nato:
----Other Watches Shown:
BOLDR Globetrotter: https://youtu.be/EcMDSa7hZds
Zelos Mako V3: https://youtu.be/8jrgELyjrMg
Zelos Abyss V3: https://youtu.be/3MXruSzM7_M
Phoibos Great Wall: https://youtu.be/yD78DZRQ9ag
Today we are taking a look at a watch I've been hoping to see for a long time. The new Zelos Horizons GMT V2. Specifically in the Frost Fully Lumed colorway. Perhaps the best GMT under $1000. Fantastic size at 40mm and a really short 45mm lug to lug all powered by an Élaboré grade eta 2893-2. Not to mention some of the coolest lume I've seen.
Note: Some of the links above are affiliate links, I am an Amazon, Armilla, Aliexpress, Spinnaker, eBay and Phoibos affiliate so I would earn a small commission on qualified purchases. But most of the time Amazon is just the best source to link something just to get a look. I always encourage you to shop around and find the best price.
#relativetime #Zelos #HorizonsGMT
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Building a Better NATO: Mora Watch Strap Review
Again a big thank you to Mora for giving the straps to the channel to try.
https://www.morastraps.com/
Check out Dave's take on them here: https://youtu.be/PoXnMZ5doJI
----Watches Shown:
Advisor SUPA: https://youtu.be/R9B-oOrBjBE
Traska Summiter: Coming Soon
Seiko Ghost Alpinist: https://youtu.be/gXfsyDJPf9c
Seiko D.K. Turtle: https://youtu.be/S2iy9jfeCCs
Dan Henry 1970: Coming Soon
Zelos Horizons GMT V2: Coming Real Soon
Beaufort Aerotimer: Coming Soon
Glycine Airman: https://youtu.be/jg3v0rCUXoc
James & Muriel Proteus: Also Coming Soon
BOLDR Oddysey Serpentine: https://youtu.be/pzMs8tUljKc
Comet Chronograph: https://youtu.be/PVLvuHDbnSY
Batavi Kosmopoliet: https://youtu.be/C97vhtrt6YU
Seiko Ice Monster: https://youtu.be/ZQLhwbVLnOY
Taking a brief look at few Nato straps from Mora Watch Straps. Easily some of the best Natos I've run into with a nice soft texture, and tough solid hardware. Plus you get a preview of some upcoming reviews and a look back at some favorite watches.
Note: Some of the links above are affiliate links, I am an Amazon, Armilla, Aliexpress, Spinnaker, eBay and Phoibos affiliate so I would earn a small commission on qualified purchases. But most of the time Amazon is just the best source to link something just to get a look. I always encourage you to shop around and find the best price.
#relativetime #MORA #NATO
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The Square Evolved : G-Shock GW-B5600 Review ( GW-B5600-2ER )
Be sure to Check out Dave @JusttheWatch review of his square.
https://youtu.be/OjDcwHS9G2k
----GW-B5600:
Blue (on Amazon): https://geni.us/MgQ2s
Yellow (on Amazon): https://geni.us/Lm9Y2
Red (on Amazon): https://geni.us/OrO1V9
----Metal Case Mod:
https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_Anr4mu
----Other G-Shocks:
DW5600E (on Amazon): https://geni.us/ZKANz
GWM5610 Multiband & Solar (on Amazon): https://geni.us/AdfBMdN
GST-B200 (on Amazon): https://geni.us/zwziVET
----Straps used:
Vario Cordura Zulu: https://vario.sg/collections/cordura-single-pass-strap
Black and Blue Nylon: https://amzn.to/2RDaPao
Blue Silver Nato: https://amzn.to/2Q6JFg5
Armilla Grey Single Strap: http://bit.ly/2ZXPXQo
Armilla Dark Brown Saber leather: http://bit.ly/2M1Zvoc
Armilla Whisky Saber leather: http://bit.ly/369BW4F
Use the code RELATIVETIME for 15%off
----Strap Adapters:
Ritche (on Amazon): https://geni.us/Wi8DGYs
Metal Adapter. Acts as a pass-through for Natos. It's 24mm wide but used it with 22mm straps with just a little wiggle room.
Jay & Kays 2 Piece: https://ebay.to/2ZunKTd
Plastic Adapter. It can be used as a pass-through for Natos but also has additional holes for a 22mm strap. A little bit of a tight fit, so thicker straps won't work and I couldn't get quick-release straps to fit.
At long last I'm finally doing a G-shock review. After my last G-shock video I picked up not one, but two G-shocks. This GW-B5600 and a GST-B200. I've decided to start with the square as Dave over at the Just the watch also recently did a square. So we decided to do another joint premiere.
As G-shocks go, I think this one has pretty much everything you need at a decent price. Solar, Multiband, Bluetooth, and built to withstand anything you throw at it.
Note: Some of the links above are affiliate links, I am an Amazon, Armilla, Aliexpress, Spinnaker, eBay and Phoibos affiliate so I would earn a small commission on qualified purchases. But most of the time Amazon is just the best source to link something just to get a look. I always encourage you to shop around and find the best price.
#relativetime #Gshock #b5600
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The Essence of Time : James & Muriel Timekeeper Review
Again a huge thank you to James & Muriel for gifting this watch to the channel.
https://www.jamesandmuriel.co/
-----Straps used:
White Barton Silicone: https://amzn.to/3690efY
Ritche Brown/Grey Leather: https://amzn.to/2LO6ZKZ
Vario Herringbone Tweed: https://vario.sg/collections/harris-tweed-strap
Orange Vario Twill Nato: https://vario.sg/collections/twill-nato-strap/products/twill-imperial-yellow-nato-watch-strap
Green Nato:
Generally, I like to have a bit of variety on the channel. So I thought this was the perfect review to follow up on the beast of a watch known as the Zelos Abyss 3. This is the Timekeeper by James & Muriel. A casual yet dress thin quartz watch. That I would call a Nomos meets Timex styling. Although what I was most interested in here are the wired lugs. Something you don't see very often on an affordable watch.
Note: Some of the links above are affiliate links, I am an Amazon, Armilla, Aliexpress, Spinnaker, eBay and Phoibos affiliate so I would earn a small commission on qualified purchases. But most of the time Amazon is just the best source to link something just to get a look. I always encourage you to shop around and find the best price.
#relativetime #james&muriel #timekeeper
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Strapcode Retro Razor Bracelet Review : Razor Red Kamasu
You can find the specific bracelet here: https://www.strapcode.com/collections/kamasu/products/metal-ss-bcl20-b114
-Orient Kamasu:
Review: https://youtu.be/zvYhQtQ0iNM
Amazon: https://geni.us/RT3qy06
eBay: https://ebay.to/2zBYEqy
TUS Watches: https://www.tuswatches.com/
-Review for Uncle Seiko Alpinist BoR Bracelet:
https://youtu.be/3NOgEvZ_RyE
-eBay Special Engineer Bracelet:
https://ebay.to/2ROejut
Really short review today of the new Retr Razor Bracelet from Strapcode for the Orient Kamasu. I've been meaning to check out Strapcode for a while now, and just happened to come across this crazy new bracelet recently. So I placed an order and here we are.
Note: Some of the links above are affiliate links, I am an Amazon, Armilla, Aliexpress, Spinnaker, eBay and Phoibos affiliate so I would earn a small commission on qualified purchases. But most of the time Amazon is just the best source to link something just to get a look. I always encourage you to shop around and find the best price.
#relativetime #strapcode #kamasu
Diving In Too Deep? Zelos Abyss 3 Review
Again a huge thank you to Zelos for gifting the watch to the channel. You can check out all the Abyss 3 here.
https://zeloswatches.com/collections/abyss-3-3000m-diver
-----Straps Shown:
Red / Burgundy MN style Nato: http://bit.ly/2mpO7Zi
Elastic Strap: https://www.thewatchsteward.com/
Vario Leather / Cordura: https://vario.sg/collections/2-piece-cordura-leather-watch-strap
Vario Cordura Zulu: https://vario.sg/collections/cordura-single-pass-strap
Black and Blue Nylon: https://amzn.to/2RDaPao
Dark Brown Saber leather:
-----Other Watches Shown:
Zelos Swordfish V2: https://youtu.be/wkhkED0-jHM
Zelos Mako V3: https://youtu.be/8jrgELyjrMg
Today we are taking a look at Overkill. Specifically the Zelos Abyss 3, a 43mm diver that is powered by an SW200 movement. It's truly a beast of a watch with a 3000m water resistance rating. Which is overbuilt in order to survive pressures that no human being should ever see. Yet that doesn't mean there isn't something desirable, or cool, about having something so overbuilt.
Note: Some of the links above are affiliate links, I am an Amazon, Armilla, Aliexpress, Spinnaker, eBay and Phoibos affiliate so I would earn a small commission on qualified purchases. But most of the time Amazon is just the best source to link something just to get a look. I always encourage you to shop around and find the best price.
#relativetime #Zelos #DeepDiver
"I can't get to sleep
I think about the implications
Of diving in too deep
And possibly the complications"
-Men At Work, "Overkill"
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Field Watch Battle Royale! Hamilton / Seiko / Orient Star
----Orient Star Outdoor
Review: https://youtu.be/4JR2PyrH_Xg
https://www.orient-watch.jp/orientstar/prod_outdoor.php
Shop around for the best price. eBay is a decent starting point, but make sure it's a good seller.
https://ebay.to/2S2W0RJ
I've also heard good things about TUS Watches: https://www.tuswatches.com/
Green Ostrich Strap: https://amzn.to/2vadQJi
----Hamilton Khaki King
Review: https://youtu.be/9RdgNxHKaEw
Hamilton Khaki King: https://amzn.to/2MibD75
Hamilton: Black Khaki King: https://amzn.to/2YOdkdP
Two-Tone Leather Strap: https://babuhandmadeleather.com/product/ombre-brown-vegetable-tanned-leather-watch-band-sw051/
----Seiko Ghost Alpinist (2020)
Review: https://youtu.be/gXfsyDJPf9c
Seiko for Reference: https://www.seikowatches.com/global-en/products/prospex/spb119j1
Gnomon: http://bit.ly/2QoYx7h
Amazon: https://amzn.to/3b4TYXO
eBay: https://ebay.to/3b1zmQa
Uncle Seiko Beads of Rice Bracelet: https://www.uncleseiko.com/store/p233/SARB017_%28Alpinist%29_Beads_of_Rice.html
I've been meaning to put this one together for a while, but I knew it was going to be a long one. Yet today is a 3-way detailed comparison of some of the best premium field watches you can get. The Hamilton Khaki King, Seiko Alpinist, and Orient Star Outdoor. Which one will win? Which one is your favorite?
Note: Some of the links above are affiliate links, I am an Amazon, Armilla, Aliexpress, Spinnaker, eBay and Phoibos affiliate so I would earn a small commission on qualified purchases. But most of the time Amazon is just the best source to link something just to get a look. I always encourage you to shop around and find the best price.
#relativetime #explorient #Alpinist
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2020 Alpinist Bracelet Review : Uncle Seiko Beads of Rice and President Style Bracelets
Huge Thank you to Uncle Seiko for sending me these to check out.
https://www.uncleseiko.com/
For the Full Review of the 2020 Ghost Alpinisit (SPB119J1)
https://youtu.be/gXfsyDJPf9c
For previews of things to come: https://www.instagram.com/relative.time/
As promised during the full review, here is a shorter look at the two bracelets that were sent for me to try out for the new 2020 Alpinist. Currently, Uncle Seiko has a President and a Beads of Rice Style Bracelet.
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A Bit Bold & Very Bronze : BOLDR Odyssey Bronze Serpentine Review
Again a huge thank you to Boldr for gifting the watch to the channel. You can check out all the Odysseys here.
https://www.boldrsupply.co/collections/boldr-odyssey
-----Straps Shown:
Ritche Silicone: https://amzn.to/39iohta
Vario Leather / Cordura: https://vario.sg/collections/2-piece-cordura-leather-watch-strap
Vario Cordura Zulu: https://vario.sg/collections/cordura-single-pass-strap
Mora Bond Nato: https://www.morastraps.com/
Black Sailcloth: https://artemstraps.com/
Dark Brown Saber leather:
-----Other Watches Shown:
Orient Kamasu: https://youtu.be/zvYhQtQ0iNM
Today's watch is the Boldr Odyssey Serpentine. Which is a bit of a mouthful, but it's also a bit of a bold watch. It's a 45.5mm wide bronze beauty with a green textured dial. Which is where the Serpentine name comes from. All powered by a Seiko NH35A.
Really a great looking piece and I like how the green dial and old radium colored lume indices mix with the patinated bronze case.
Note: Some of the links above are affiliate links, I am an Amazon, Armilla, Aliexpress, Spinnaker, eBay and Phoibos affiliate so I would earn a small commission on qualified purchases. But most of the time Amazon is just the best source to link something just to get a look. I always encourage you to shop around and find the best price.
#relativetime #BOLDR #Serpentine
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Dual Bezel Vostok? Amfibia Reef GMT Review ( 2426/080481 )
Black Amfibia Reef GMT: https://meranom.com/en/amfibia/vostok-watch-amphibia-reef-2426-080481.html?tracking=5faea29a53ace
Blue Amfibia Reef GMT: https://meranom.com/en/amfibia/vostok-watch-amphibia-reef-2426-080480.html?tracking=5faea29a53ace
For previews of things to come: https://www.instagram.com/relative.time/
Support the Channel:
Some of the links below are affiliate links that will earn me a small commission.
Amazon Store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/relativetime
-----Straps Shown:
Green leather: https://amzn.to/2EPia2r
Vario Leather / Black Cordura: https://vario.sg/collections/2-piece-cordura-leather-watch-strap
Ritche Black/Grey Leather Nylon: https://amzn.to/3dcXvFx
Black and Tan Nato: https://amzn.to/2yZDMt5
Black & Red Silicone: https://amzn.to/2OGiWDf
Brown Saber leather:
----- Other Watches Shown:
Crestic TX1: https://youtu.be/vSnC8QOiCbU
Vostok Amfibia Scuba: https://youtu.be/4wd-vnFs0NQ
Vostok GMT Neptune: https://youtu.be/4R0kgZUnzUk
Vostok GMT Komandirskie: https://youtu.be/_kS4rf4s2JA
Vostok Ghost Amphibia: https://youtu.be/qWcHSSiT7eQ
Vostok Orange Scubadude: https://youtu.be/A4PK-TKSZr4
Orient Kamasu: https://youtu.be/zvYhQtQ0iNM
Steinhart GMT: https://youtu.be/jOD3M16t9ao
Glycine Airman: https://youtu.be/jg3v0rCUXoc
Nodus Duality: Coming Soon
Today we take a look at the strangest Vostok GMT Yet. The Amfibia (with an f) Reef GMT. A dual bezel compressor-style GMT. Which is a mouthful to say. A very unique and interesting watch, and potentially a great travel watch. So check it out, as well as a ton of other watches as we go in-depth with this one.
Note: Some of the links above are affiliate links, I am an Amazon, Armilla, Aliexpress, Spinnaker, eBay and Phoibos affiliate so I would earn a small commission on qualified purchases. But most of the time Amazon is just the best source to link something just to get a look. I always encourage you to shop around and find the best price.
#relativetime #VostokGMT #Amfibia
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