My Doxa Collection and Why I May NEVER Buy Another

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This week I reveal my Doxa dive watch collection in its entirety, and ask the questions no-one else seems to be asking: namely does Doxa make too many variations of its dive watches? Are there any halo models in the range? How do you get hold of them? When it comes to watchmaking, how important is verifiable heritage? And how valuable are the words “Swiss Made” when you buy a watch?
In this special Doxa episode I also cover the history of the company, it’s full current range of dive watches, my own collection, the unboxing, and the buying story.
Episode includes:
Current Doxa range
History of Doxa
My Doxa collection
Buying story
Unboxing
Chapters:
00:00 Edinburgh Watch Company opening message
00:18 Hello and welcome
01:01 Titles
01:08 Welcome to Doxa
01:59 Wrist Watch Check - JLC Deep Sea Alarm
03:03 Complete Doxa range
09:12 My Doxa Collection
11:46 History of Doxa
14:58 Why Do I Find Doxa Interesting?
16:18 Unbox-o-vision
16:47 Buying story
17:27 Swiss Made?
21:02 Thanks for watching
21:18 Closing titles
Each week, your host, Damian will reveal another watch from his collection and talk about its history, the buying story, its design, movement, value and allure. You’ll get an unboxing, stats, sumptuous visuals, and, most importantly - enthusiasm, information, and a real-world view from someone who actually owns these watches.
Thank you for watching
**NOTE - all watches featured are NOT kept at home addresses - they are safely locked up in bank vaults. **
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@alhacker6674 2 жыл бұрын

I'm sure if we dig deep enough into most top end brands not just watches we'll find a Chinese connection. As much as we don't like to associate ourselves with such companies the fact of the matter is the world depends on them for cheap labour/production. I actually appreciate when companies don't try and hide the fact and are transparent.

@radical026 2 жыл бұрын

This comes off as coping a bit. Most other brands at this price point do have an actual physical factory in Switzerland or maybe across the border in another European country. Hell, outside of the 1545 homage line Squale (from what I've looked into) only splits their production between Switzerland and Italy, and they're way further down on the price food chain compared to Doxa these days. Looking into "Walca East" and the parts of their website that they have deleted or that referencing will get you banned on the "official" forums is quite illuminating. (Also I'm open to being corrected about anything I've said, I'm new to the Doxa drama)

@bikertrash.7692 Жыл бұрын

We have to know that every country has companies or even the same company made products of différents quality. I see it all the time at marine field....

@juniorjohnson5961 Жыл бұрын

Seestern make a Doxa homage with a loomed date wheel for $189 dollars. I like the look of Doxa but overpriced in my opinion.

@watch_a_mod354 Жыл бұрын

@@juniorjohnson5961 to be fair you can maybe lower the doxa prices like 300 bucks but not really more. The finishing , quality control,and the movement do cost, too. Warranty and servicing? They are a major factor and contribute to the price point. A Seestern and its NH35 simply cant reach that. It will be the bargain alternative but never a true rival. Nothing bad about that.. im just saying.

@massimilianoluttichau1230 Жыл бұрын

@@juniorjohnson5961buy seestern or buy more

@gregcarnall9097 Жыл бұрын

Great review, Doxa are not alone in their vague responses with regards to origin of parts!! It puts me off buying when i hear things like this. I recently got into Damasko as they engineer and manufacture their own parts and even make their own movements 100% German made and proud of it.

@camarocarl7130 10 ай бұрын

Well done, I don't support china or the CCP in any way.

@barryallen6927 10 ай бұрын

@@camarocarl7130 99% of your household items are made in China. Get over it.

@sethbranam9068 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this video!. I was so close to pulling the trigger on the brand as I respected the heritage and collaboration. I was a child of the 70’s , watching Jacques-Yves Cousteau. It was enthralling. I hung on every word. I will just keep my memories and forgo the watch…

@TheWatchGuysTV 2 жыл бұрын

Bear in mind you can still get the 200 T.graph with the proper movement - that’s still a great watch

@sethbranam9068 2 жыл бұрын

@@TheWatchGuysTV Oh good. That may be the saving grace! Thank you so much!

@pa3sRLP 7 ай бұрын

I second your sentiment. It was the Jacques Cousteau connection that got me interested in Doxa, also, especially, that I got to meet and speak with his son Jean-Michel and he showed me his father's diary.

@chriszivoder2650 2 жыл бұрын

I don't own any Doxa watched but I do love some of their designs, mainly the sub 300. I also love the history and if you want the real deal when it comes to dive watches, forget submariner, buy a Doxa. I never new that Doxa parts were all outsourced though, it's such a shame especially as the watches aren't exactly affordable 😳

@Snowkone81 Жыл бұрын

Just starting my small watch collection and got the Doxa Sub 200 WhitePearl today. Absolutely stunning quality at that price. Maybe they skirt the edge of being "Swiss Made" but the fit and finish feel amazing. Still happy with this buy!

@juniorjohnson5961 Жыл бұрын

I'm buying a Seestern Doxa homage with loomed date wheel that even Doxa doesn't have for $189 & be happy with my Chinese watch . I've just Subscribed 👍

@juniorjohnson5961 Жыл бұрын

Yema do the same thing . I wouldn't buy either brand.

@stenic2 Ай бұрын

Same here…awaiting shipping from China

@seanmcchesney4915 2 сағат бұрын

I picked up my Seestern Sub 300 Automatic two weeks ago. It's a fantastic watch. Currently running at about +6-9 seconds per day. Got pretty lucky there. BOR bracelet is incredibly comfortable. It's love at first sight. And for under 200€.

@GoodtoGreatCoaching-ew4xi 9 ай бұрын

As a long time scuba diver, and instructor for 2 Scuba agencies back in my 20s, Doxa was the dive watch standard that I that I longed for, and couldn't afford. A number of years back, when I could start watch collecting, I started with a Caribbean model Doxa sub 5000 T. That model checks all the boxes for me, and now I have 4 of them in different colors... I also picked up a Doxa sub 300 T graph, just for fun. I've looked through the website a number of times to see if any of the new product line appears interesting. They kind of just look like candy to me, all color and no substance. This video confirms to me that perhaps my collection is complete.

@FrostedSeagull 2 жыл бұрын

Wow Damian, Definitely one out of left field in a pleasant way. 👍 A local Australian guy reviews these Doxa watches every 6 months or so. He too (Peter Kosta) fell in love with Doxa & highly praises them.

@paulouzman7267 2 жыл бұрын

I bought a new aquamarine Sub300t last year. Wasn't aware of the Chinese connection, and it may of put me off, but since I've had it I love it. The build quality of the case is equal to other brands at this price point and the movement is running at +2/3 seconds a day. The only disappointment is the lume.

@lawrencecurtis812 2 жыл бұрын

Good episode, I enjoyed that! Rather nice watches and great vivid colours. Thanks Damien, keep em coming.

@xpusostomos Жыл бұрын

The Chinese thing doesn't reduce my appreciation for the history and brand... But does make me a bit more likely to get a homage since it's all Chinese anyway

@mayzylayzy 2 жыл бұрын

I don’t own a Doxa, but have considered a few versions of the orange face. Thanks for your research and comments. My view of the brand has changed. Not sure I want to purchase a watch from a company that says they don’t manufacture watches. I look forward to your videos each week. Thanks for your time and high quality productions.

@pazifikblau8139 2 жыл бұрын

Just bought my first one, a 70s Searambler, after wanting one for a long time. Chances are good that it won’t stay alone. Really like the 200 T Graph and the 600T in aquamarine looks cool too.

@TheWatchGuysTV 2 жыл бұрын

You may be right

@ExpeditedProductions Жыл бұрын

I want a Doxa so very badly simply because I am a MASSIVE Clive Cussler fan……but the more I discover how diluted the modern brand is…..I just can’t pull the trigger! Great video

@camarocarl7130 10 ай бұрын

I know how you feel. I bought one before I knew the chinese connection. But my watch is fine, runs well within COSC , fit finish flawless. Lume is weak but happy with my purchase. Would I buy now that I know...?

@ibanezmnm 7 ай бұрын

Same here

@Ed-ig7fj 3 ай бұрын

Would you be able to buy an older, pre-Chinese Doxa on the used market? --Old Guy

@philipsdefreville6138 2 жыл бұрын

Omega bracelets are made in China and likely other watch components also. I'm not sure the way Doxa operates is much different from many other "Swiss" brands.

@peternicholas3858 2 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately "Swiss Made" simply means only 60% Swiss, by legal definition. There is something rotten going on here that the Swiss industry doesn't want to get out, and that has to do with cutting costs by using China goods & services in their products. It is an inevitable part of commerce, staying competitive and making profits. Otherwise the legal term would include full 100% Swiss. And is this a bad thing? No, not necessarily. There are great Chinese manufacturers that make incredible parts and products as long as they have the financial incentive to do so. The problem is when we don't have full disclosure. I want to know where the other 40% is coming from. If I pay for the product, I have the right to know.

@philipsdefreville6138 2 жыл бұрын

@@peternicholas3858 Right now, vintage watches is where I get the most enjoyment and scholerly pleasure. No question that the 1972 Movado Astronic with Zenith El Primero movement I am wearing today is 100% Swiss, with true history.

@gagavacha8060 Жыл бұрын

When the parent company Walca claimed that they are not a watch manufacturer is a different story.

@chuckmerdich171 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the”eye opening” information and for taking a doxa off of my list !

@TheWatchGuysTV Жыл бұрын

Any time!

@jeong121016 Жыл бұрын

very good video as I am a big fan of Doxa myself. I am on the other hand is fully aware that the current owners are Brand owners rather than watch makers. I personally do not see a big problem with that as long as they protect and value the brand as they would know better on protecting the value of the brand than others.. 🙂

@carlosfogg9925 Жыл бұрын

Great review. I have been looking at Doxa T600 for my first 'expensive' watch, they look fantastic. But this review has made me reconsider. Not because of the look or specs, but because of the possibility it is manufactured in China.

@juniorjohnson5961 Жыл бұрын

Agree the disingenuous marketing would keep me from buying their watches , Yema do the same it's shameful profits must be huge .

@gregclarkson2034 2 жыл бұрын

Love many of your videos but this one with your honesty has prompted me to leave a comment. Pls continue to share your struggles (when required).

@andrewrobinson8447 Жыл бұрын

Thought about buying a Doxa, but after your video probably not. On top of that "Just one more watch" did a review of Seestern which he reckoned were better and a 10th of the price.

@patjnic 2 жыл бұрын

until proven otherwise, i assume EVERY large brand is manufactured in china (possibly in owned factories) and assembled in switzerland. if you sell a million watches a year, saving a little per watch saves an incredible amount of money, and the per-watch amount is probably more than a little. but yes, doxa is one of the worst cases of fake brand syndrome: a wealthy person/company buys a defunct brand, slaps it on a contract watch, and charges you 10x for the privilege.

@chriszivoder2650 2 жыл бұрын

Yea I think you're right, even the most popular brands, cough 'Rolex'. I think this was the reason they introduced the 60% Swiss made rule.

@chadboldock2378 Жыл бұрын

Rolex would never say "they don't manufacture watches" though 😑

@alvinmick218 11 ай бұрын

What an excellent and informative review! This is the first video of yours that I’ve watched and I’m now subscribed to your channel. You provided a lot of information for me to unpack and consider. I have always been a huge fan of the Doxa Sub 300T with the orange dial. I think I will still purchase it but thanks to your review, I can do so while being fully aware. Very well done!🥃

@TheWatchGuysTV 11 ай бұрын

Welcome aboard!

@christopherjohnson4276 2 жыл бұрын

I've been really seriously considering jumping into Doxa with a 300 Professional, but there have been a few negatives coming out recently, a few of which unfavorably compare it to its Seestern homage! I'm puzzled as to what to do. I'd love a 300 as my first Swiss piece but how Swiss is it? Can of worms, opened. Thank you for this enlightening video.

@jabezhane 2 жыл бұрын

Get a 300T instead. To be honest the extra cost for COSC is a waste of money IMO. It's an automatic. If you want real accuracy get a $20 Casio.

@user-do8ef4np7q Жыл бұрын

I just bought a Pacific 600t brand new and mate… wherever this was manufactured it’s just incredible 🙏😂

@jasonwilson7674 Жыл бұрын

I love my Doxa, there's nothing else like it looks wise, the orange dial stands out and it feels solid.

@mrpipspoppersv9093 2 жыл бұрын

I went to a dealer to look at Ball watches I tried on a doxa 200 c graph I fell in love with it, I just had to buy it. I also have the doxa 300t. both great watches.

@24934637 Жыл бұрын

I've just bought a Sub 200 C Graph myself (Sharkhunter), to go with my Sub 300T (Professional) and Sub 200 (Aquamarine), all great watches in my opinion, although the Sub 300T seems to have the edge as far as quality goes.

@nadirsalumrashid1683 2 жыл бұрын

I have recently got two sub600Ts and in my humble opinion is that doxa is very very under appreciated really. For example, their sub300T is a 1200M diver watch, with escapement valve, a nice slim and robust turtle style case and oh did i mention 1200M water resistant!! All that for just under 2k. With these specs, you get double the water resist of an omega planet ocean, 4 times of a submariner for a fraction of a fraction of the prices of the aforementioned brands. And oh, one other thing, you get 6 dials iterations and colours. The omega seamaster planet ocean 600M goes for above 5k, a doxa 600T in the other hand goes for under 2k. For me you get alot from the doxa for your money but from the omega you simply get the pleasure of wearing an “omega”. Go deeper and you’ll find even cooler models like the ones made from carbon. CARBON!!! And they look fantastic😍😍 and go even further and there you go, you find a 1500 metres watch. I mean you go that deep and you are more at risk from the water killing you before it kills that watch. All that for under 3k if I’m not wrong. Doxa is massively underrated.

@Greggieboy76 2 жыл бұрын

Great vid Damian. I have the Orange, Yellow and Blue Sub 200 all on the Rubber straps. Love them!

@scottt.4596 2 жыл бұрын

One of your best videos, D. Or at least one of my favorites. So so good. Thanks 🙏🏻

@TheWatchGuysTV 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@me-zv9kr 5 ай бұрын

I would have loved part of the review to cover maintenance requirements, costs, and repairs. The repair of my Sub 750T daily wearer was almost as much as I paid for the watch. It never kept time accurately and although I loved it am not sure I would ever buy another one.

@michaeltihon3485 10 ай бұрын

Steinhart does the same, foreign parts, assembled in Switzerland to get the "Swiss Made" label.... Except they cost 3 to 4 times less. Up to you to decide if you are willing to pay premium just for a name. I would chose a brand like Sinn 10 times over Doxa.

@jamesestrada82 2 жыл бұрын

You learn something new everyday. Thanks for this wonderful information!

@TheWatchGuysTV 2 жыл бұрын

👍🏻👍🏻

@tonyni0715 2 жыл бұрын

Interesting Rick Marei wasn't mentioned going into Doxa's history. It explains partly the situation of the swiss made issue :-)

@gregalonzo747 2 жыл бұрын

Good review. I have a Doxa 300 and a Jenny Caribbean 300. Frankly, all I am concerned with is the quality and accuracy of the piece. Both brands excel in these areas.

@camarocarl7130 Жыл бұрын

If more people were bit more concerned about china and not the price of a cheap watch that comes from a human rights violating human sweat shop this would not happen in the watch industry, or any other industry for that matter, but hey you paid a few bucks less for your watch-good for you.

@gregalonzo747 Жыл бұрын

@@camarocarl7130, right on!

@carstenhuberonlinecoaching Жыл бұрын

What a great review of Doxa in general! Thanks!

@humanfirst11 7 ай бұрын

I am a first time viewer here. Just wanted to appreciate the very high audio / video quality, and an absolute accurate pronunciation of JLC! How did you pronounce it so well, are you a Swiss? Also, the Doxa is damn fine watch! With the most beautiful watch strap!

@TheWatchGuysTV 7 ай бұрын

Thank you

@cschell001 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the informative review. You have unboxed a conundrum. I appreciate your honesty.

@TheWatchGuysTV 2 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome, Carl

@gyges5495 7 ай бұрын

I have a Sub 200 and it’s a great watch - I use it as a everyday watch and it it’s really steady. I switched out the beads of rice for a runner Doxa strap.

@flexmc389 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the post. Excellent review. I have just purchased the SUB T 200 Graph Chronograph Limited Edition 063 / 300. I wear the SUB as I like the history of the company and a DOXA is rare in the ‘wild’; however for the price, there is much better out there… if you collect dive watches, you need a DOXA in the collection, but just one. I find authenticity lacking in all the luxury watch brands discourse… DOXA is no different.

@Gandim45 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks. That was a really useful vid! Nice inglenook to speak from also.

@Tonysoprano497 2 жыл бұрын

I own three and really enjoy them . Love the colours and of course the iconic case from the 300 and above . Not to say the 200 isn’t enjoyable too . I have the white pearl and added the fantastic rubber strap think it looks really sharp . 900 quid great watch at the price .

@TheWatchGuysTV 2 жыл бұрын

Nice

@MrCROBosanceros Жыл бұрын

18:50, Thank you very much for putting extra effort to investigate the origin of the current manufacturing of Doxa watches. The replay of the Doxa spokesperson just confirms my suspicion that most of the relaunched legendary and iconic watch brands (most likely all of them) are bought by greedy and phoney business people. They don't really care about the historic value of an original company, they just want to exploit history and value for profit and nothing else. In the same process, they are butchering legendary and iconic names. Just because that "Swiss-made" minimum requirement allows them to manipulate and falsely advertise, it doesn't mean it is morally right to do that. Most of us regular working people would pay a big penalty for stealing and manipulating. I did consider buying Doxa but personally, I don't consider any product manufactured in Chinese sweatshops luxury or iconic product.

@MrCROBosanceros 11 ай бұрын

@@IDKline I have never purchased a "Swiss Made" watch in my life so far. If that special day comes when I finally decide to justify to myself spending an extreme amount of money on one of my grail watches like Omega Seamaster 300 Heritage, I want to stop by the Omega factory and check for myself if they are actually manufacturing watches or subcontracting to Chinese slave shops run by sadistic members of Chinese communist party. I actually have family living in Switzerland. Just seeing people in Swiss "factories" assembling and regulating movements, won't do it (like I see on most KZfaq videos) for me or seeing warehouses full of boxes won't do it either. I don't care about Swiss requirements and rules and I want to see manufacturing myself. I'm not going to spend over 10000$ Canadian or more for a phoney fairy tale. I'm not going to lose any sleep over that and I will enjoy my 1200$ Seiko in the meantime. If it has to be Chinese, 25$ Casio from Walmart will do the job.

@NW-lj6oo 2 жыл бұрын

Interesting video and I was not aware of the Chinese manufacturing issue, not that it particularly troubles me, as quite a lot is made in China. Chinese companies have owned Swiss movements manufacturers at various times which is why so many parts for watches are made in China. Heritage sells well these days, so a 60s/70s range of dive watches will appeal to many people, though there are much more attractive watches available in my view, Seiko MM300s for example.

@anamisidro8453 2 жыл бұрын

I love Doxa. I haven’t bought one yet because they don’t have authorized dealers in my country and I hesitate to buy online and find out it’s too big for my wrist.

@johnnyscorpio5058 8 ай бұрын

Great video. I appreciate all the info provided. Do you think that some of Doxa watches are COSC makes a difference?

@GoBrosb 2 жыл бұрын

I’m still considering adding a Doxa to my collection, and haven’t been put off by your video, but I’ll just keep it to one, rather than a few. This is due to watching your video. It’s taken some of the glamour away for me. Sounds daft, but I think you get it too. Great insights, cheers Damian.

@SAXONWARLORD1000AD Жыл бұрын

well you've been put off buying more than one or collecting them , especially at those prices

@edteach3r 2 жыл бұрын

An excellent video, thank you. I have the same “love-hate” relationship with Doxa. My major gripe is that they grievously overpriced… but still unresistable for some reason. Lately, I have tended to focus more on Squale to fulfill my 60s diver revival urge.

@alienlife9832 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for another interesting and informative video Damian...... I've always liked Doxa but just never quite enough to buy one but right the way through this video I was thinking I really should get one untill the twist in the story !! Lol

@wescobts Жыл бұрын

A really great video. I was interested in the 600T, but maybe i need to think about Doxa as a brand.

@wmrsp Ай бұрын

Thank you for diving into the depths of the current doxa operations. Its precisely that kind of information that is important to watch enthusiasts like myself. Not that it takes away from my appreciation for this brand, but it does change the story and history of the brand. This now makes me also want to buy a vintage doxa, just to come full circle :D

@haping1 Жыл бұрын

I bought a Seestern and love the Doxa look and value for money.

@reganharle8474 2 жыл бұрын

Another Quality episode Damien… 👌🏻

@jamar959 Жыл бұрын

Own a 200. Was seriously considering a 300...until now. Thanks for the info. Cheers.

@gyssedk Жыл бұрын

This video makes me wonder if the case and bezel of my Seestern Sub 300 might be made by the original supplier for Doxa?

@phil5611 Жыл бұрын

Dude, I so enjoyed your jocular spin on your Doxa collection. I do not care for Doxa so will not be tempted to buy another or even a first. May the mirth be with you, my friend!

@TheWatchGuysTV Жыл бұрын

Much appreciated

@alakabetz Жыл бұрын

that was very helpful and informative. learned all about Doxa. Watched the whole thing. well done.

@TheWatchGuysTV Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@mikedodd5118 Жыл бұрын

Excellent enjoyed that, just bought a 600T. I wonder if that's why Seastern seem to have very similar models on the internet? Disappointing if it's proven.

@jeffreyb.1657 2 жыл бұрын

Something about a Doxa though that is just "so cool"...perhaps it is the fun of color with the tool watch.....but I agree with the final conclusions and this was really well done overall. Thank you.

@TheWatchGuysTV 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Jeffrey

@johnnyscorpio5058 9 ай бұрын

Great video. Love the vintage look of the orange dial, sub 300t. I hope to own one someday.

@umq5147 Жыл бұрын

Excellent video and thanks for digging this up

@TheWatchGuysTV Жыл бұрын

You bet

@michaelduldner2262 2 ай бұрын

When he explained 4000t with less depth and the 1500t , I laughed so hard 😂

@eriksstrickland 2 жыл бұрын

Your collection is deep enough in modern DOXA. Time to go vintage.

@bloodshot6 Жыл бұрын

I’m looking to purchase a Doxa in the near future (Either the orange or yellow). It’s disappointing to hear they do not consider themselves a watch manufacturer, but it doesn’t deter me from the brand. From reading reviews, they seem to be built well and this should be the main driving factor to purchase one.

@michaelbradley6488 2 жыл бұрын

Buy enough mechanical watches, Japanese, Swiss or Chinese and you will experience problems with a number of them, you will also pick up some great pieces. I like Doxa, don't own one yet. I think a Sinn may be next, nice review.

@charlesbawden5924 Жыл бұрын

So glad for this review. Thinking now the Seestern v3 Chinese homage is the better option for 10% of the price.

@wed265 Жыл бұрын

I just ordered to seesterns 600t the aqua one and the orange one just got them on sale for $120 a piece. how could you possibly beat that. They look identical to the doxa. Much better way to go in my opinion of course. Somebody might like to have the brand name. Ray

@jeanlefranc3817 2 жыл бұрын

Best Doxa presentation video I have ever seen. Well done Damian. The 13 unit solid gold is utterly stunning. Forget the Rolex Submariner flex on IG, this Doxa is the Daddy.

@TheWatchGuysTV 2 жыл бұрын

Wow, thank you!

@user-do8ef4np7q Жыл бұрын

I tried one 😂😂😂 When I bought my time and tide 600t

@duaneho555 11 ай бұрын

My Sub800TI is my favorite watch in my collection. I will never get rid of it. It’s the watch people always seem to ask about. Not the Rolex, not the Omega, not the Tudor. Love it.

@ExplorerJust 6 ай бұрын

A really interesting video, thank you. I have around £1,200 in the budget to spend on a 'work watch' - divers capability, robust, but also has a wearable aesthetic for when I find myself working overseas and unexpectedly find myself having to wear a suit. I was looking at the 600T (currently on offer in Goldsmiths), or Sub 200, but this video ('not a watchmaker') has swayed my conviction to purchase a little. So, a question. If you had to recommend one functional, rugged, robust waterproof watch that wouldn't look to out of place when dressed in a suit, and fits under the £1,00 budget, what you you suggest?

@nikhilmathur6042 2 жыл бұрын

I want the JLC Deep Sea Alarm so much. So freakin beautiful

@frankiesdaliydrinks 2 жыл бұрын

Interesting brand thanks for the video

@rossmacdonald6089 2 жыл бұрын

Congrats on your Doxa collection, and on providing a balanced view of the ownership of the brand for those that might not know. I would be interested in your views on the relationship between Doxa and Synchron, but not sure the youtube algorithm would give it much love. Great video as always.

@bnick25352535 2 жыл бұрын

My cousin has a Sub 200 t graph is like 16 years old which series can it be?

@jamesnicol3831 2 жыл бұрын

excellent disclosure of how manufacturers put profit above build quality and lie

@jluzquiano Жыл бұрын

It makes a big difference, in particular because they sometimes don‘t specify the movement. So are the movements Selina, ETA or China?

@svirrsvarr Жыл бұрын

I have a Marei era Caribbean 1200T. Love it!!

@jims4539 2 жыл бұрын

"Unspecified" movement? I know ETA movements are hit or miss and Sellita movements are an interchangeable option - but you should say which one you get up front.

@georgelazenby1 Жыл бұрын

I had a newer sub300t with the sw200 movement in it. The sw200 chews through reversing wheels. I prefer the new homages from seestern or tactical frog.

@rikirix1 10 ай бұрын

very informative video sir, thanx. I am willing to pull the trigger for a 300t and when i started some research it came out about the chinese connection. A bit disappointing tbh, but from the other side i am afraid that if we start digging around i am pretty sure that in Doxa they are not the only ones that produce in China and assemble in Switzerland.

@camarocarl7130 10 ай бұрын

If the watch buying public was given a choice, I would never buy chinese anything.

@paulsymonds820 2 жыл бұрын

Really interesting video and a colourful change.

@TheWatchGuysTV 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it!

@molarrr 3 ай бұрын

Just bought a 600T a few days ago. Honestly doesn’t really bother me. I wanted a cheap beater watch because most of my collection is over 6k. I wanted something for the beach the pool the hottest summer days. And the 600T is great for that. At 1,400 USD and built like a tank (at least it feels like it) I can take it anywhere and not worry. I believe it has a SW200 movement because to be Swiss made it MUST have a Swiss movement. It keeps fine time about plus 5-8 second a day. Which is fine because watches are useless anyway for real time keeping nowadays. I probably won’t buy another one because I only wanted the one I got. But I’m sure it will serve me well.

@theannouncer5538 20 күн бұрын

Shark hunter goes hard. I wish they’d do black dial with the aquamarine highlights

@drbobsnightmare2521 Жыл бұрын

I think the Searambler is a metallic silver dial. While the white pearl is white and full lume. So that would be 7 color variations.

@PocketWatchTime 2 жыл бұрын

Very interesting - definitely worried about the manufacturer of the “undisclosed movement”.

@rneiman3 2 жыл бұрын

It’s a Sellita SWISS movement! Just read the specs!!

@peternicholas3858 2 жыл бұрын

Sellita is a really good movement.

@PocketWatchTime 2 жыл бұрын

No issue with Sellita for me

@lukesb3025 2 жыл бұрын

I’ll get one as soon as they fix that bracelet width overlap issue. Just looks so weird. Otherwise great watch the sub 300t

@sympathyforthebezel6068 2 жыл бұрын

One of your best episodes Damian

@TheWatchGuysTV 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much

@ripperx444 3 ай бұрын

I have had the doxa 300T and the 200 both were sweet. I have been holding out for the 300 orange dial with that bubble crystal. That's the one to get!

@adventureswithtime Жыл бұрын

Wow. Great video. I was digging a bit to perhaps make a video on Doxa for my channel; but, to be honest, I don’t think I could do better than what you have done. Plus, I’m a bit turned off by Doxa given the insights you’ve provided. I like your style and have subscribed to see what other videos you produce.

@TheWatchGuysTV Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

@basselamjad958 Жыл бұрын

WONDERFUL!!!

@umq5147 Жыл бұрын

It makes a huge difference

@robertbellwood46 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the review, I've always been a fon of the brand, I'm a 60s boy so I remember jack custo, excuse the spelling. I have just sold a Rolex and was intent on buying the 15T. Now I'm not sure what to do. Any suggestions?

@Tom_H327 4 ай бұрын

This makes me want a Doxa more than I did before I clicked on this vid. I appreciate the honest of the brand, and appreciate the mystery as well. But, with all the choices, I'm not sure which one I like the most.

@theonlyredspecial Жыл бұрын

Doxa are great. Never had one but my friends have. Super quality for reasonable prices

@telegraphkid 2 жыл бұрын

Nice vid, I agree that Doxa refs are really confusing this said I thoroughly enjoy my Doxa 1200t professional!

@TheWatchGuysTV 2 жыл бұрын

Good to hear!

@vantheman1238 Жыл бұрын

I’ve tried the watches on and they feel and look great. The movement is very good so not sure there is a problem with the Chinese connection.

@keithkramer4253 3 ай бұрын

Thank you for your in-depth explanations of the various elements of the Doxa line. You have convinced me to NOT add a Doxa to my watch collection for the same reason you shared your disappointment. What would you recommend as a good watch to deliver what we thought Doxa was going to deliver?

@mostlysunny4u Жыл бұрын

Very well made episode. 👍

@TheWatchGuysTV Жыл бұрын

Thanks

@lawrencelibby3607 Жыл бұрын

After seeing this I feel a lot less bad about getting an NH35-powered copy, especially since I had never seen a Sub 6 anyway, if the only continuity is the design language.

@garyhaddock7264 2 жыл бұрын

Love that JLC!

@TheWatchGuysTV 2 жыл бұрын

I know, right

@coffeemarshall3484 Жыл бұрын

After the Oceangate fiasco I'm pretty sure that "carbon fiber" and "diving" will no longer be a palatable combination.

@clontstable1 Жыл бұрын

If I had enough disposable cash, I would have bought at least one Doxa. However, I’ve gone cheap & picked up a Seestern. Almost the same case with a reliable Seiko motor for a tenth of the price. I’ll be honest also, I’m ready to pull the trigger on the Bulova Devil Diver. The movement doesn’t hack, but it seems that everything else about the watch is spot on.

@camarocarl7130 10 ай бұрын

I have one, you will love it. BTW you can "Back Hack" by pulling out the crown to the first position and holding it while giving it a slight turn, the second hand will stop and you can now hack. Mine runs well with in COSC and the movement is made in Japan...NOT china.

@Chef_Alpo 7 ай бұрын

Keep your eye out for a decent original vintage one

@dressing2877 5 ай бұрын

alright i really hope you reply, should i buy one? Im looking at the sub 200, but with the china disputes do you think it is worth saving up for one, or should i find another watch? I really like the design especially the white pearl and the "tiffany" one. I currentley have a g shock and the new Seiko SKX replacement SRPD63. Would really like your take on it, or should i move on to a other brand.