I think I'm starting to like Baltany more than SM and the rest of the crowd. I'm exited to see what else they decide to do.
@Trex100 Жыл бұрын
The dial is eye-poppingly beautiful. I hope they make some updates to the clasp, and maybe release it on a jubilee. I will probably pick it up.
@eastmanistanian5971 Жыл бұрын
Picked up an Alpanist Sunbeam Forest as my "special" watch. I love the brown! Really grew on me. Now all watches I find myself looking at are brown...including thus one
@watch-box Жыл бұрын
Mine arrived yesterday - I agree its not the easiest colour to pair with a strap, mines on a vintage pale leather and looks even better than the bracelet! Thanks for sharing your thoughts,
@DavidUKesb6 ай бұрын
Which colour leather strap did you use? Cheers
@thewatchvortex Жыл бұрын
When I first saw the early pics of the watch I was hoping they had gone for a tropical dial look like the Nivada Grenchen Super Antarctica Tropical 3-6-9, which would have been phenomenal. The sunburst looks great as well though. Not a fan of the polished midlinks though. Would love to see this fully brushed on a V2 though Baltany is not known for doing follow-up versions. Well, we will see.
@bestboy897 Жыл бұрын
the nivada is a whole different beast they are proper swiss heritage watches but I get your point
@georgepolyakov7732 Жыл бұрын
Wow. I agree about the 5link jube, it really goes great with this one. Baltany should have released it on that
@adk7962 Жыл бұрын
I’m a bracelet guy, but if Baltany starts putting their watches on bracelets, I may have to give them a shot. Just like I am biased towards Seestern over San Martin these days. And whatever happened to Cronos?! They were neck and neck with San Martin for a hot minute.
@EscapeWheel Жыл бұрын
Cronos is still there. They are just slow to put out new watches.
@ladykoala208 Жыл бұрын
At 36mm this would be perfect! Love the chocolate dial. Great video Steve
@EscapeWheel Жыл бұрын
Thanks, Lady
@Bellaciaao5 ай бұрын
There is a 36mm now👍🏻
@DonCacomixtle Жыл бұрын
Nice review, what a beautiful piece, not afan with its steel bracelet (looks amazing with the jubilee instead), can't wait for the next sale 🎉
@nintendokings Жыл бұрын
Love the dial and indexes, very well executed. The rest is all fine
@ddeusify Жыл бұрын
Thank you very much for the revue. The Pagani bracelet in this watch is astonishment. The perfect combo. Warm regards.
@EscapeWheel Жыл бұрын
I just wish it for a little better, but I agree it looked very good on it
@samwang5831 Жыл бұрын
I think the dial color is beautiful and kind of unique. It should match well with dark brown leather straps
@ProjectSerpo904 ай бұрын
5:23 the reflection off that dial reminds me of a solar eclipse, absolutely gorgeous. And you are spot on, the 5 link really brings it all together, much nicer than the supplied 3 link.
@EscapeWheel4 ай бұрын
Such a stunning dial, I love it. 36mm just released as well, will be reviewed soon.
@ProjectSerpo904 ай бұрын
Looking forward too it. This watch is on my wishlist. Fantastic review as always.
@EscapeWheel4 ай бұрын
@@ProjectSerpo90 thanks, man. I appreciate it 🤜🤛
@watchandspray Жыл бұрын
That Pagani jubilee looks great on it actually.
@lucianobueno6967 Жыл бұрын
What a beautiful watch!! This sunburst brown is so unique and goes so well with the cream numbers.. a little on the expensive side though...
@kenrankin5814 Жыл бұрын
Dang, I am loving that dial! Great review!
@levlzr Жыл бұрын
Iv been eying this one for a few days and now the review is out perfect timing
@howard2501 Жыл бұрын
Wish they did a different hand option to differentiate it from the explorer a little bit more. But a really strong watch. Good review, really enjoyed thank you.
@dunderhay9169 Жыл бұрын
Great review 👍. I think this is the best Explorer style homage I have seen. The dial is great, 20mm lugs, perfect size and a nice crystal.
@1malikalik Жыл бұрын
Same here. This is hands down the best explorer homage. I Love it
@nbcuni Жыл бұрын
Wow it's even better looking than their pictures. That fotina lume is beautiful. Love this piece, I think it looks perfect on the polished oyster. The 5 link was incredible though. Excellent choice of music for the opening, Btw.
@EscapeWheel Жыл бұрын
Thank you! I appreciate the kind words 👍
@RoberttSmithh Жыл бұрын
I just wanna say thanks for doing gods work reviewing aliexpress watches 😂
@EscapeWheel Жыл бұрын
Haha, I love em'. Such a great way to check out iconic watch designs without having to sell a kidney
@andrewlevett4274 Жыл бұрын
Indices and hands are a good scale for the case. I like the fauxtina bit I would like to see a company bring out an Explorer homage that has lightly brushed hands and indices frames. As well as a fully brushed case and bezel, that would give it a more utilitaried look, which given it's origines would make sense. I have the PD version which is a bargain for £55 but I dont like the chrome especially on the dial.
@tonyrome655 Жыл бұрын
I’m liking the brown dial the more I see it. With the fauxtina it gives it a faded from black vintage look. I agree the logo on the clasp is needed but I think they should add it to the dial as well. I will take a serious look at this one in the next sale.
@neilbotha3527 Жыл бұрын
Great review as always Steve. Beautiful pieces
@syniekos Жыл бұрын
They should've used a flat sapphire, other than that I think its the best from the current crop of Explorer homages.
@EscapeWheel Жыл бұрын
I'm kind of torn. I like the domed, but also would have been ok with a simple flat crystal as well 🤷
@XjohnjohnX88 Жыл бұрын
Am I the only one who is not a fan of this dial? 😂 But yeah, it's a very well made watch. Like always with Baltany! The Cronos with black glossy dial is still my favorite. As always excellent review. Thanks 👍
@EscapeWheel Жыл бұрын
I think you may be, Jonathan 😂. It'll grow on you 😀 Thanks, as always, for watching and supporting. It means a lot, Jonathan 👊
@gz7587 Жыл бұрын
Brown and cream go great together.
@cedarcanoe4 ай бұрын
Hopefully Baltany will release this on a jubilee
@MrLocsei4 ай бұрын
very nice touch with the coffee dial !!
@EscapeWheel3 ай бұрын
beautiful, isn't it?
@alexcaamano2085 Жыл бұрын
I bought the one with SW200 movement. Running within Cosc. I call it the Root Beer Explorer.
@ahirshfield Жыл бұрын
Does the SW200 have a ghost-date position? Ta!
@alexcaamano2085 Жыл бұрын
@@ahirshfield yes it has a ghost date position
@ahirshfield Жыл бұрын
@@alexcaamano2085 oh that is interesting! So the choice is to go NH38 with lower beat-rate but without factory date position so no ghost crown position. Or SW200 with high-beat but has ghost date. 🤔
@justasimplefox Жыл бұрын
Nice but for me the polished bracelet is to much, all brushed would suit the watch better I think..
@Karlstro Жыл бұрын
Totally agree. Either all brushed or a nice jubilee would really make this sing. Love that dial and the nh38.
@YannickKhong Жыл бұрын
Darn, if I wasn't limiting myself to divers, I'd snatch this! The Lume application feels more uniform than SM and Cro
@SoCalWatchReviews Жыл бұрын
Great review man 👍🏼
@loua27352 ай бұрын
First of all, you put out great content…thank you! I just picked one up but I hate the polished center link. I agree that it looks fantastic on the jubilee but that gap is a little too large. I was wondering if you ever found a better option. Appreciate the help
@EscapeWheel2 ай бұрын
Sadly I have not. There's gotta be something out there though. 🤔 I appreciate the kind words 👍
@loua27352 ай бұрын
@@EscapeWheel I appreciate the prompt response. I’ll have to do some research. Will let you know if I find something 🤞
@anthonydevono8833 Жыл бұрын
It does have a very deep colour dial looks nice
@johnnydangerously7186 Жыл бұрын
love this bronze color.
@nigelbowler1601 Жыл бұрын
Hi steve nice colour got be a steel strap juibilee my preference classy looking watch im a watch collector i think 38 to 39 seize is sweet especially for dress watches cheers now.
@EscapeWheel Жыл бұрын
💯 agreed
@kingcold7138 Жыл бұрын
First real bracelet from Baltany!
@jimron9008 Жыл бұрын
im glad its a 38 and not a 39 as they say on their AE store
@jamegumm Жыл бұрын
YT put a chocolate ad under this video lol
@kevinmoulton80722 ай бұрын
@8:02 you can see where you damaged the case from changing the strap so many times, good job.
@maxfaberg128 Жыл бұрын
Yeah, 5 link bracelet knocks it out of the park
@ronaldallangolez11094 ай бұрын
hi,,have you tested its water resistance??can it really withstand 200m?
@marc-albertjaquat6364 Жыл бұрын
How is the thickness compared to SN021-B and AD2112? Thanks!
@ahirshfield Жыл бұрын
Great review - have been looking at this in the same brown dial. You’ve convinced me to add it to my basket. The NH38 is a date-less movement from factory, so no ghost position or date disc/components to worry about… …Do you know what they are doing with the Selita SW200 option though? Are they removing the disc and position, or will that one have a ghost position? If you know that would help, else can reach out to Baltany/Octopus Kraken. All the best!
@EscapeWheel Жыл бұрын
I don't know, sadly. My octopus Big crown with the pt5000 has it's date disk removed.
@ahirshfield Жыл бұрын
@@EscapeWheel User in comments below confirmed that their SW200 model has ghost-date position. So the choice is to go NH38 with lower beat-rate but without factory date position so no ghost crown position. Or more premium SW200 for extra $140 - with high-beat but has ghost date. 🤔
@kingcold7138 Жыл бұрын
Do the bracelet edges and lug ends feel sharp?
@can4515 Жыл бұрын
There is new baltany. S2031b. Especially cream dial looks great. Will there be a review about it
@EscapeWheel Жыл бұрын
No plans for the time being. I have 2 baltany's I need to review before I can ask for another...lol Does look nice though and the 39mm size is great. I have no doubts that it's a nice and well made watch.
@can4515 Жыл бұрын
@@EscapeWheelgood watch but do you think is it overpriced?
@Ninic1371 Жыл бұрын
Is this 200m water resistance or 100m? On the dial it says 200 but in the website it says 100m? Thanks
@giacomopuccini786 Жыл бұрын
Handsome watch... if you could get only one, this Baltany or the Cronos glossy black ?
@EscapeWheel Жыл бұрын
Only one? Probably the Cronos but only because it's black...lol. I think they are on par with each other quality wise, but the black is so versatile. And I'm not a big fan of baltany's black dial.
@shanephillips8735 Жыл бұрын
@@EscapeWheelany plans on reviewing the 36mm black dial nh35 cronos explorer? Not a single review on it yet...
@carlodelavera9735 Жыл бұрын
Baltany charges extra to have the logo on the crown/ caseback/ bracelet, why?....idk
@EscapeWheel Жыл бұрын
I didn't even see that as an option....they need to just include it
@carlodelavera9735 Жыл бұрын
@@EscapeWheel it’s bizarre
@curiomansion-onlinemansion456810 ай бұрын
Between this and the San Martin, which do you prefer?
@EscapeWheel10 ай бұрын
This is a great watch, but really, it's staying in the collection only based on the dial color. It's exactly what I wanted. But black for black, San Martin all the way
@curiomansion-onlinemansion456810 ай бұрын
@@EscapeWheel Because of the way it wears? Feels? What sets it apart?
@EscapeWheel10 ай бұрын
@@curiomansion-onlinemansion4568 wears thinner, better crystal, better bracelet and clasp. Again, the Baltany isn't bad at all, but the SN020 and 021 were some of my all time favorite watches from AliExpress.
@gtsongor82 Жыл бұрын
How did you destroy the finishing on the lugs?
@EscapeWheel Жыл бұрын
I didnt
@gtsongor82 Жыл бұрын
@@EscapeWheel than it is poor finishing as there are clear marks on the inside edges of both lower lugs
@booijdesign Жыл бұрын
sw200 is 28800 not 21800 right ?
@EscapeWheel Жыл бұрын
Correct
@lassejupin6684 Жыл бұрын
I think the watch is too expensive for what you get…
@gtsongor82 Жыл бұрын
Looking like a cheap Rolex clone. I really did like their other models.
@Bellaciaao7 ай бұрын
Shame its not a 36mm..
@devinyasas5 ай бұрын
there's one in 36mm but only with NH38
@ccooper8785 Жыл бұрын
£185 !!! for a (clone ?) NH38 movement ???? (already have the misfortune of owning the worlds most consistently inaccurate NH38 AD2112) Now if it was priced the same as the AD2023-1 and had the same case size and brilliant VH31 movement then I would be beating a path to their door....
@michaelk2276 Жыл бұрын
yeah, their original bracelet needs to be replaced ASAP, polished center links look horrendous - but the jubilee looked very nice!