WE THOUGHT THE ESCAPEMENT TIME WAS INSANE VALUE....UNTIL THIS CHAMERI CAME ALONG!

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In this video I unbox the NEW Chameri dress watch and I also go on to compare it to the Escapement Time. I am very surprised to report, they are not the same watch but they are both very good and unbelievable value.
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@clemansky3320 2 жыл бұрын

An homage to Escapement Time? We are really heading down the rabbit hole now!

@dunderhay9169 2 жыл бұрын

That's what I thought, someone has noticed how many watches Escapement Time are selling and thought "I want some of that", copied it and undercut the price 😂

@IaMaPh1991 2 жыл бұрын

Homageception *BWAAAAAH*

@grahamwallace 2 жыл бұрын

🤣🤣🤣

@3rdstone1 Жыл бұрын

@@dunderhay9169 Exactly my thought. It's getting weird now.

@gipgap4 Жыл бұрын

A race to the bottom!

@TeoBlu 2 жыл бұрын

See, this vid is a good example of why I think this is top review channel. No nonsense , clear comparison, well shot. Excellent job, Mr G.

@normandbissonnette8865 2 жыл бұрын

Great comparison, Gary. So the Chameri is an homage of the Escapement Time, which is an homage of a King Seiko. Therefore, the the Chameri is an ho-homage of the King Seiko.

@ilikewatches 2 жыл бұрын

Lol…

@ericsanders3874 2 жыл бұрын

Man I could watch you talk all day,I'm just a window shopper ,I make like $15,000 a year ,lol smh. Seriously tho. But thank you for allowing me to see these awesome watches

@racamon 2 жыл бұрын

Quite well done and in depth comparison video. Nice one, Gary!

@mltain39 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for another great video Gary. I bought the Chameri and it's nice to know that everything is as advertised. I honestly thought they were the exact same watch, thanks for settling that too.

@nonamename638 2 жыл бұрын

Six months ago I bought Escapement Time with a yellow dial for $88 (with taxes). When I saw the Chameri watch, I decided to buy it. At the last sale for $55 (with taxes)!!! Almost identical watches, only different names well and on the crown Chameri not the trademark. Escapement Time is better in the number of color choices and sizes (40 and 36 mm), but if you like white color in 40 mm size, there can be only one choice - Chameri. :)

@serenityinside1 Жыл бұрын

Indeed - that’s what I bought for Christmas. The creamy white Chaneri - £55 delivered

@bjdenil 2 жыл бұрын

I like this! I really like this! And it is at a price you don't need to worry about... have been looking for an inexpensive dress watch that looks good. Might need to eventually pick this or the escapement time up soon. Very interesting! Thank you Gary!

@syniekos 2 жыл бұрын

I had also noticed the Chameri on AliExpress & it’s price & also pondered on whether or not it differed at all from the Escapement Time. Thanks for posting this comparison & review video.

@tactofu 2 жыл бұрын

These would be sweet if they were a little smaller, 36-38mm ideally. The name is bad but not any worse than escapement time.

@jaer.6540 2 жыл бұрын

Escapement time does sell a 36mm version of this

@billyw1464 2 жыл бұрын

I think the Chameri brand came out during Escapement time disappeared. Someone wanted to fill in the gap I guess.

@gusthesailor4885 2 жыл бұрын

I own the Chameri .... and after a month ... a + 2sec !! very accurate movement ... add the price ... it's a winner

@MichaelG1986 2 жыл бұрын

Great comparison. I'd probably go for the Escapement Time myself. The slimness, signed crown would probably would be worth it to me. Either way, very affordable dressy watches.

@AliasEveWatches 2 жыл бұрын

Escapement Time must be furious right now!

@ilikewatches 2 жыл бұрын

Probably but they’ve had a good run and sold a lot of watches!

@Tenkterian 2 жыл бұрын

While not exactly the best brand name in the world, "Chameri" sounds way less clunky than "Escapement Time". But I'll stick with my 36mm Escapement Time version for the time being...

@MattGDesign 2 жыл бұрын

I didn't realise that they did a 36mm version, do you have a link?

@wafarris 2 жыл бұрын

@@MattGDesign They advertise it as a "ladies" watch.

@MattGDesign 2 жыл бұрын

@@wafarris amazing, thanks. They're all out of stock of the white one 😢

@Tobi_Jones 2 жыл бұрын

great detailed comparison, the weight differences would be influenced by the straps and buckles

@googlepops1767 2 жыл бұрын

Very thorough comparison. Great job. Indeed a case of: ‘the same, but different’. Personally I’d go for the chameri. The ‘escapement time’ name on the dial ruins that one for me unfortunately.

@stefpix Жыл бұрын

both names ar kind of unfortunate. maybe a sterile dial version would be best.

@Zzzxxx1 2 жыл бұрын

My Escapement time is just about to arrive, just out of the destination clearance, I'm excited

@andrewmain8022 2 жыл бұрын

I think that the Escapement time is a clear winner here. Well worth the extra especially as the strap is very nice.

@balthazarbeutelwolf9097 Жыл бұрын

Well, if you need to replace the strap on the Chameri, but can keep the one on the Escapement Time - there goes the price difference. Especially if you follow ILW's lead and source your straps from Vario, for £40 a pop. OK, you can get half decent straps a lot cheaper, but the price difference of £14 would still be gone; if you just want to spend a 5er you might as well keep the original band.

@dtroutmann 2 жыл бұрын

It's a bit easier for us when you're comparing the behind the case back if the crown points to either the right or the left not both to the inside or both to the outside at that point you're looking at one in a mirror image of the other it's much simpler to look at it for one to one

@effoeuropa 6 ай бұрын

I just received the White Birch version of the Chameri today and it's beautiful! It has a little more subtle elegance and I'd be very interested to see it paired with a stainless strap.

@J0hnny8ravo 2 жыл бұрын

If I was to pick, it would be the new one, as i love the dial creamy color.

@dannulJ 2 жыл бұрын

That colareb strap looks great, nice to see an animal-free alternative to leather. Do you happen to know which model it is? Great vid as always, might just have another watch purchase to justify with the Mrs ....

@kyledriscollmusic 4 ай бұрын

personally I'm waiting for a mostly brushed case version of one of these

@AlexanderB. 2 жыл бұрын

On my screen the dial colour was going a little more towards custard than on the ET, and it has a sterile crown. Other than this it seems equivalent. However, I'd be prepared to pay a little more for the smaller version of the ET.

@WatchWitt 2 жыл бұрын

Either way, they both look great for the money! I slightly prefer the condensed name/signature of the Chameri…

@dtroutmann 2 жыл бұрын

That said great review

@red75v67 2 жыл бұрын

What a weird thing. You'd think if a company was going to make another similar watch, they'd try to get closer to the original Seiko, rather than clone an homage. Cheers for that Gary

@angelherrera6820 2 жыл бұрын

Very well said 👏

@humbukkerz 2 жыл бұрын

I've got the Chameri on the way. Prefer the branding over Escapement Time as it's neater looking on the dial and the extra cost isn't justified in my opinion.

@Alexander-dr4mw 2 жыл бұрын

Also, Quartz watches have no Escapement. So the brand name is an oxymoron too.

@simontore6759 2 жыл бұрын

I bought the Escapement Time last week in the blue and I love it.

@fark69 2 жыл бұрын

Really hope the Chameri comes in blue / yellow / green, but I suspect because they use a cheaper strap they're also not going to be able to get color matched straps for the different color dials

@janelemans8049 Жыл бұрын

They are both very nice watches. The price is also super nice!

@senny_penny 2 жыл бұрын

Gary, please... Pay attention to the new Hruodland (vintage Patek look). Just type "Hruodland VK64" Obviously there is Seiko VK64 movement. Perfect 38mm size. Panda dial option. And nice finishing I guess. Very interested in your thoughts.

@tzanoa Жыл бұрын

Got the Chameri in the August sale for 47 bucks! Unbelievable!

@richardabazley 2 жыл бұрын

Great review Gary! Any cheap alternatives to the tan, vintage Vario strap you showed the Chameri on at the beginning? It looked smoking hot on that one...😀

@ilikewatches 2 жыл бұрын

Check out my eBay store…link in description!

@IaMaPh1991 2 жыл бұрын

Escapement Time seems to be a winner here... but man I wish they had a symbol or logo or something... as the full name just seems to not roll off the tongue very well... or the dial for that matter. Plus I would love to see a version of this watch with a PT5000 movement for that classier touch of a smoother seconds hand.

@Getouttahere78 2 жыл бұрын

I just burst out laughing when I saw the shipping cost of this one 🤦🏻‍♂️ It's actually more than the price of the watch 🤷🏻‍♂️

@ilikewatches 2 жыл бұрын

I bought this watch and shipping was free…maybe it differs from country to country…

@richardabazley 2 жыл бұрын

Free shipping to Australia too..

@richardmcintosh3170 2 жыл бұрын

@@ilikewatches hi, I'm guessing aliexpress automatically added a tax element to the listed $57? I'm getting $10/11 on top for tax.

@Getouttahere78 2 жыл бұрын

Shipping to good old South Africa 🤦🏻‍♂️

@stavros_katsopr 2 жыл бұрын

Having the ET (... phone home!), i'd get the Chameri too, couldn't care less if a "for fock sake" was writen on the dial... 🤪 Cheers Gary, be well mate.

@bfair6284 2 жыл бұрын

I bought it and it is awesome on wrist!

@theearthangel07 Жыл бұрын

The Escapement 'tiffany blue' doesn't come with a dark blue second hand..so it seems..thanks for the review

@TinBin-Craig 2 жыл бұрын

both nice watches.... the chameri for the price is a bargain cheers

@avavaviv1 2 жыл бұрын

I am awaiting mine just now, ordered before this video and I thought they were the same. Must say I would prefer the whiter dial of ET and its slimmer case. The croc strap also seems thicker, from what I saw in reviews. Oh well..

@avavaviv1 2 жыл бұрын

But I like the dial sitting lower. Depth is something I consider very important for relatively thin quartz watches.

@Mgoblagulkablong 2 жыл бұрын

Can you do a comparison of sub $100 rectangular watches? That would be very interesting.

@the_9ent 2 жыл бұрын

If they bring out a 36mm version I’ll get one.

@clemansky3320 2 жыл бұрын

I already have an Escapement Time but I agree, that or some cool colors and I will buy another.

@BiOnyx. 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comparison, Gary! Been wondering since the Chameri listings started to show up. Just a note that the white cream Escapement time version also comes with a similar faux croc pattern strap, but different buckle. Think I would still get the Escapement time as I have previously purchased from them.

@marcelovasconcellos6067 2 жыл бұрын

Very interesting watch. Can you Gary recommend a metal bracelet that would fit the Chameri perfectly? Thanks

@chrispenn715 2 жыл бұрын

The Chameri is an homage of the Escapement Time :-)

@83geeman 2 жыл бұрын

Liking the chameri, great value, any steel bracelet recommendations?

@jjakiefte2165 2 жыл бұрын

Mesh strap!

@juniorjohnson5961 2 жыл бұрын

I'm impressed 2.1k views in six hours . At this price I'd go for the Escapement Time .

@scottparis6355 Жыл бұрын

Nice looking watches, but as usual, the polished hands and indices disappear when the light hits at the wrong angle. I really wish the makers would brush those parts, or do whatever it takes to make them visible from all angles. Some higher-end Seikos have a subtle texture on the hands and indices, but it will cost you $1000 to be able to see what time it is.

@lulul 2 жыл бұрын

i want that 36mm escapement time..

@billsomerset238 Жыл бұрын

Sounds like two Chinese companies competing. I like the chameri with the creme dial.

@Shri_V 2 жыл бұрын

It looks like the seconds hand on the Chameri is a deeper shade of blue than the one on the ET cream dial. Personally I prefer the ET brand name over a "Chameri". I think I'd stick to the ET even though the price is higher.

@MrMussface Жыл бұрын

Hi! Just wandering if you had seen the new escarpment time watch that pays homage to the old grand Seiko 5722. It looks nice and wanted to know if you a review of it planned. Thanks 👍

@paulelliott7493 2 жыл бұрын

The biggest difference between the 2 watches?......the price, although there are small differences they are so small as to be essentially the same, and there is nothing wrong with that!....both are plain and classy.

@watchalot919 2 жыл бұрын

Ridiculously good value, and it has a better brand name. Of course, a better strap is required, and I think 38mm would be more suiting.

@briangeorge7965 2 жыл бұрын

Both look ok . If you require a cheap dress watch. Cheers G

@kobusvanrensburg4092 2 жыл бұрын

Now there is a head 2 head for the ages.

@mattstolzman 2 жыл бұрын

Now I have to get a faux lizard strap or another strap with petite pattern for the Chameri I'm getting. Do you have a favourite leather strap with a lizard pattern or similar? Thanks Gary.

@ys7673 Жыл бұрын

Do you have a link for straps on aliexpress? For this watch

@wafarris 2 жыл бұрын

But is the seconds hand actually blued like the ET or just painted blue?

@magstheonlyone 2 жыл бұрын

With the difference, you can get the Chameri and the Pagani with the VH65. Same 4 ticks per second plus a date. Hopefully, more colors will be added for the Chameri. Great video my man!

@philtullos3823 2 жыл бұрын

Dear Gary, I went to AE to look at the Chameri and it said, "Only one left"...so I bought it! If I don't love it, I will, of course, be blaming you.

@SameerS03 4 ай бұрын

Any updates on blaming...?!

@philtullos3823 4 ай бұрын

@@SameerS03 You're right, Sameer, I should have updated. It's quite a nice piece, which I wear almost never, but am glad to have on hand. Thankyouverymuch, Gary!

@bigboiganiga8356 2 жыл бұрын

'Chameri' sounds better than 'Escapement Time' tho. Subtle as you said, but better sounding indeed.

@BigMek456 2 жыл бұрын

Seems like the page of the link doesnt exist for me, and Chameri doesnt seem to produce any search results either. Weird.

@persieprince9345 Жыл бұрын

There's a new escapement time dress watch with pt5000 i would love to see a review from you

@apeekintime Жыл бұрын

I actually prefer the Chameri simply because I don't like the name "Escapement Time". Chameri, which seems like a made up French word, suits the watch more. Honestly, both are killer deals and two of the nicest quartz dress/office style watches sub $100.

@jodiwilson7299 2 жыл бұрын

Will drop the hammer on the Chameri, I prefer it. Although they look similar.

@dales_quaker 2 жыл бұрын

Shame the Chameri only comes in one colour option. The ‘Henry Ford’ of the watch world.

@WatchesOnWood 2 жыл бұрын

Theres a £2.58 store code too

@mattstolzman 2 жыл бұрын

Is there a gasket underneath the case back on Chameri?

@ilikewatches 2 жыл бұрын

Yes…the gaskets are under the case backs

@markkuzminski3922 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Gary, Do both watches have painted blue second hands on the white versions?

@nonamename638 2 жыл бұрын

In my Chameri I have blue second hand. Escapement Time have two versions: silver and blue.

@SingleTrackMined 2 жыл бұрын

ET have blued, not painted blue - heat blued - seconds hand on the white dial model. I have the 40mm version and it is amazing.

@markkuzminski3922 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Brian. I wonder if that's a point of difference?

@Valvey789 2 жыл бұрын

One might consider as an alternative the new Berny quartz OP homage for $48

@ifti 2 жыл бұрын

What the lug to lug width?? The most important dimension.

@richarddsmarais3865 2 жыл бұрын

would go for the better srap... Cheers

@multipl3 2 жыл бұрын

Has to be the same factory!

@ilikewatches 2 жыл бұрын

Probably not….there are sooooo many watch factories in China producing anything from cases for Swiss made watches to the cheapest watches on AliExpress. All they would need to do is send an escapement time watch to a factory and say please make this but with Chameri on the dial…it’s pretty much that easy.

@xtremehackeroficial3873 2 жыл бұрын

@@ilikewatches true...

@darthgiggity7948 Жыл бұрын

I feel like this would look good with a stainless steel bracelet.

@YouTube_is_full_of_trolls 3 ай бұрын

Crazy I thought the chamari was new 😅

@ilikewatches 3 ай бұрын

Why because Jody just reviewed it 😂

@YouTube_is_full_of_trolls 3 ай бұрын

@@ilikewatches lol damn, you got me! 😅 In my defense, John's Watch Joint just reviewed it as well.

@breadring 5 ай бұрын

When you have paid shipping and import taxes for the chameri that will make it more expensive won't it ?

@kalashnikov98 2 жыл бұрын

better name atleast

@deemcevoy353 9 ай бұрын

any lume on these two watches?

@erwinrommel1989 Жыл бұрын

Does chameri has AR coating?

@ilikewatches Жыл бұрын

@violinmke 2 жыл бұрын

Both of these bargoon watches can give you sapphire but Seiko can't .

@Aggnog 2 жыл бұрын

Look similar? It's literally a copy paste. Even the corner cut lack of polishing between the lugs is identical. You did make a mistake regarding the straps. You have the blue version which is why you have this strap, but the white dial version has the same black croc pattern strap as the one here.