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The video presents a comprehensive exploration of watches for smaller wrists in 2021, featuring a diverse range of timepieces from various brands. The focus is on highlighting watches with case sizes under 40mm, catering to different preferences and price ranges. Key models discussed include the Seiko 5 collection, Timex Marlin, Laco Augsburg, Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Pioneer, and Breitling Super Ocean, among others. The video emphasizes factors such as wearability, affordability, design aesthetics, movement quality, water resistance, and historical significance. Brands like Longines, Oris, Breitling, Tudor, Rolex, JLC, Zenith, and Glashutte Original are showcased for their distinctive offerings suitable for smaller wrists. The video concludes by encouraging viewer engagement and promoting their website as an authorized dealer for watch enthusiasts.
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In this segment of the video, the presenter discusses the need to explore watches for smaller wrists in 2021. They introduce a list of roughly 20 different watches for smaller wrists, focusing on various price ranges and keeping the case sizes under 40 millimeters. The segment includes a mention of becoming an authorized dealer for Ball Watch Company and showcases two Casio watches, the A168 and F91W, which are great options for smaller wrists. The segment also touches on the Seiko 5 collection, highlighting one specific watch while mentioning other suitable options for smaller wrists.
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In this segment of the video, the presenter discusses three different watch models: the SNK 800S from the Seiko 5 collection, the Timex Marlin, and the Laco Augsburg, focusing on their features and suitability for different preferences. The SNK 800S is noted for its wearable dimensions and affordability, while the Timex Marlin offers a vintage 1960s look with hand-wound movement. The Laco Augsburg is highlighted for its history in producing fleeger pilot-style watches with a smaller case size, making it a good option for a more affordable yet authentic pilot-style watch. The presenter emphasizes the importance of considering the intended use case when choosing a watch.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses three different watch models.
1. The Augsburg watch is highlighted for its versatility and legibility, dimensions, automatic Miota movement with hacking feature, and affordability under $500.
2. The Khaki Aviation Pilot Pioneer watch by Hamilton is a hybrid approach combining field and pilot watches. It is described as unconventional in case dimensions, suited for smaller wrists, and featuring a mineral crystal that enhances the dial’s appearance.
3. The Marathon Search and Rescue (MSR) watch is recommended for its compact size suitable for smaller wrists, unique optical effects created by the dial and bezel design, and tritium illumination.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses different watch options. They mention a small dive watch with a ratio of dial to bezel for those looking for a smaller watch, around 35mm in size. The speaker highlights the unique tool-watch aesthetic, water resistance, Swiss caliber automatic movement, sapphire crystal, tritium material, and Marathon as a famous brand utilizing these features. They then share their admiration for the Junghans Max Bill watch, praising its minimalist design that stands out from typical minimalist watches, designed by the Swiss designer Max Bill from a wall clock adaptation. The Junghans Max Bill watch is described as having a cohesive design with a 38mm size and almost invisible bezel, providing a balanced visual effect. The speaker also mentions the availability of sapphire crystals for these watches. Additionally, the Longines Heritage Collection is introduced, with a focus on the Heritage Classic Sector watch, praised for epitomizing an era and the best of Longines’ heritage-inspired pieces.
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In this part of the video, the focus is on different watch collections from brands like Longines, Oris, and Breitling. Longines introduces the Heritage collection, which includes the Classic Silver Arrow and Classic Sector models. Oris offers a variety of watches catering to different wrist sizes, such as the Diver 65 series, including the Cotton Candy Edition with its bronze case and pastel-colored dial. The patina on the bronze case is expected to age well over time. Moving on to Breitling, the Super Ocean collection is highlighted, offering different sizes and unisex options. Specifically, the white dial version is mentioned as potentially leaning towards a more feminine style.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses three watches suitable for smaller wrists.
1. The Breitling Super Ocean offers a high-grade movement, 200m water resistance, and a variety of dial colors. It is part of the Super Ocean collection, often overlooked but provides compelling packages.
2. The Tudor Black Bay 36 is a favorite among enthusiasts with 150m water resistance, a variety of dial colors, and a refined look similar to the Rolex Datejust. The Tudor Black Bay 36 is highlighted for its wearability.
3. The Grand Seiko SBGW231 with manual caliber is recommended for small wrists due to its slim design and top-tier finishing. The manual calibers offer a nice range of deviation and have been updated with limited edition models.
4. The Rolex Oyster Perpetual is praised as one of the best modern watches from Rolex, setting a standard for luxury watches around $5,000. It offers various dial colors and updated case sizes, making it a timeless choice despite challenges in availability.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses several watch models, emphasizing upgraded movements, power reserves, water resistance, sapphire crystals, and brand cache of Rolex watches. The JLC Reverso Tribute Small Seconds is highlighted for its green dial version, lug dimensions, and classic yet unconventional appeal. The Zenith Chronomaster A386 Shadow stands out for its micro blasted titanium case, unique design, and representation of a 1970s prototype. The Glashutte Original CQ dive watch is mentioned for its 200 meters water resistance, automatic in-house caliber, and detailed review coverage.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses a watch based on a 1969 design called the Specimatic, noting its modern touches like a ceramic bezel, well-finished movement, and hidden on-the-fly adjustment. They also compare entry-level dress watches from high horology brands like the Lange Saxonia Thin, Patek Philippe Calatrava 6119, and Vacheron Constantin Traditional, all ranging from 37mm to 39mm. These watches feature beautiful in-house calibers, such as the L093 in the Saxonia Thin and the 4400AS in the Vacheron Constantin Traditional. The speaker invites viewers to comment on their favorite watch for smaller wrists and promotes their website as an authorized dealer.