One of the thing that you do that’s extremely helpful, especially for smaller wrist viewers and rarely done by others, is showing it on your wrist and specifying your wrist size! Very, very helpful to narrow (no pun intended) down our options. Much appreciated.
Longines are such an underrated brand. People see them as 'middle of the road' as they're available in airports across the world but they make some cracking watches! Conquest, hydroconquest, Zulu Time and Spirit (not to forget the Master Collection) are all fantastic watches that not only look great but offer some of the best value for money out there! Plus they've been around for nearly 200 years!
I really want a Zulu Time! I don't think there's a better traveller GMT at that price point considering the wearability, finishing design and movement.
I'm quickly becoming a Longines stan, completely by chance, since once I went into a watch boutique unsure about what to buy, however the Longines' offerings stood out so much I couldn't ignore them, and I ended up buying one.
@@iwnl_vale me too. I've only been into watches for a short time (about 6 months after about a 25 year hiatus) and bought my first Swiss made watch off the back of Teddy's Hydroconquest video. For the money it seemed unbeatable. And I absolutely love it! Out of interest, what did you go for?
You really are a breath of fresh air compared with many of the currently featured watch-youtubers. Its all about the love for watches. Thanks for this.
I love playing this game of finding good combinations within a certain budget. Here are some of my ideas: BB58 & GS SBGW231 Rolex Explorer 124270 at retail & Nomos Tangente 35 JLC Reverso classic small seconds & Seiko SPB143 Omega Aqua Terra 38mm blue on the gray market, Cartier Tank Must & Hamilton Khaki Field Auto Omega Seamaster 300 & Cartier Santos Dumont Cartier Santos medium & Sinn 556i Omega Speedmaster sapphire sandwich & Nomos Tangente
@@doperdr Yeah sure buddy Seamaster professional, Explorer, Aqua Terra, Reverso, Santos, Speedmaster. All icons but not worth your PRECIOUS time. What a joke, go back to your hommages mate have a day off
I recently sold a couple of pieces and now have the Omega SMP300 white dial and new Speedy sapphire left. I also have a Tag Aquaracer that my wife bought me on our wedding day. That watch holds sentimental value and opened my eyes to the world of luxury watches! I sold off an Omega AT and an IWC pilot chronograph. I liked both watches but didn't wear them enough. I'm not rich enough to justify having watches sit in a case. I'm not in a rush but I'll add a Tudor GMT pepsi (unlikely to ever have the opportunity to buy the Rolex) then I'm done. I like dress watches but I'd very rarely wear one. The new speedy sapphire sandwich is dressy enough, especially with the new bracelet. Anyway...3-4 watches is all any man needs IMO. I'm over 8k but have a collection for life
I just got the Speedmaster 3861 Hesalite for my 50th birthday last year and just love it. My next and hopefully last watch will be either the SMP professional diver 300 or the Seamaster 300. I am really torn between the two -love the versatility of the diver but hate the hands. The 300 is more expensive but less versatile but I love the aesthetics - first world problems 🤦♂️🤦♂️
@@sumitkar8146 great problem to have! I guess the 300 is more vintage whereas the SMP300 is more modern. How they both age over time is anyones guess! What dial colour would you go for on both watches?
I didn't know they sold jagers that cheap well not cheap but I didnt know. Its one of my favorite brands. I love ap, rolex, a.lange but they are 100s of thousand the one I want is 300 plus and jagers I love its like a 100k watch for way way less still expensive though
Black bay 36 Black Bay Bronze/Brown Zelos Hammerhead Tissot PRX I just need to pick up the PRX to complete this selection, but I love these watches and don’t really wear the other ones in my watch rolls anymore. The BB36 is an amazing all a rounder, really dresses up but you can also jump in the pool with it or jump on the motorcycle. The rest are just really fun.
I have to agree with the BB36, one of the best go anywhere do anything watches for the price. The PRX either quartz or PM80 automatic is another great watch.
@@TheVuducha The only problem is that I want something that garners a little more respect. I want one or 2 super nice watches and then one that’s good enough even if it’s just a Hamilton or a high end Seiko.
My three-watch cost only $800 and comes from one brand: Seiko. Diver-SRP773; Daily Beater-SNK809; Dress-SARB033. These never cease to put a smile on my face!
Teddy, Thanks for this and all your great videos. I'm definitely in the "check the box" category of collectors. Would like to see more on pieces under $1000. I'm a family man and still building my basic collection so my budget is limited. Thanks again.
Nice to see Baume and Mercier featured. They make beautiful watches, but seem to get no respect these days. The Clifton Baumatic Moonphase is a gorgeous watch with notes of Rolex Cellini
Hi Teddy. Great video and opinions as always! I really love your channel, especially when you team up with Kevin O’Leary! Those are great!! I identify with the check all the boxes type collector. I’d like to add an automatic chronograph to my collection, preferably under $5k. I like the AquaStar DeepStar because it’s not a “kitchen table” brand name like Rolex, but has an interesting history and looks like a high quality watch. I’m not hating on Rolex, I love my OP41. What other brands should I look at to compare to the AquaStar? I like the Sinn EZM you profiled but not having the crown and pushers on the left. That’s just weird!
Tricky price point for a 3 watch so I’ll do the perfect duo: Diver/everyday - IMO a diver can be everyday when it’s a nicer diver. Omega Seamaster pick whatever color you want. Dress - Longines Sector dial In reality all needs are met here.
I mean under 9 grand for a jager I think is amazing I mean it isn't the nicest Jager but you get a Jager for under 10k. Awesome one day im still getting seikos I cant afford a tag or omega I struggled to gwt a tissot gentleman. I wqnt the tissot prx chrono but almost 2 grand seems alot. Maybe after market theyll have a big discount
I would personally just save a bit longer to get to the 10-12k range, but that's only because I have other watches and can wait. If you're dying to get that first watch/ watches, I would recommend Tudor (Pelagos) for the dive gang and Cartier (take your pick) for the classy look. Those are in the $4k range and are amazing for the attainable price. Great video as always Teddy!
No matter what price range is mentioned, someone will always say to save a little longer for more. If you make a 10-12k list a comment will say "save for 15-17k." Realistically 8k is stretching a lot peoples budget and will likely take a long time to stretch it to 10. Those that can just drop 8k on watches likely don't need to save.
It’s amazing how much the SPB143 has changed since it came out in 2020. I got one of the first ones in the USA in mid July 2020 and mine has fatter hands, and no lume marker next to the date wheel. I like the original a lot more, the skinny hands don’t really seem to fit the watch.
@@okihaveaname I’ve got quite a few different styles but find myself putting on the longines hydroconquest the most these days, just personal preference
The best $8000 GADA watch is a Rolex Datejust, and they are available at Rolex ADs for retail. I bought 2 last year from the same AD with no prior Rolex purchase history. Waited 3 weeks for the first one, two months for the second.
@@eyeheartsushi2212 I bought a 126300 for myself, then another for my best friend (he paid me for it but the dealer would not let him buy it as he had no purchase history - go figure!)
I'm looking at my modest watch collection here, doing the math and i think these all add up to pretty much $8000 USD. I've got 2 G Shocks, the G-Shock Full Metal Square GMWB5000GD-1 in black DLC and G-Shock MTG-B1000 DCM-1A Twisted Metal Camo. I have the Seiko Presage Sharp Edged SPB227J1 with Red Dial. I also have the Oris Roberto Clemente as well as the Caliber 400 Green Dial version. Pretty sure that all adds up to about that 8K mark but, i'm not 100% what the exchange rate is right now. Not sure which category i would fall into though. I'm a Construction worker and don't own a sports jacket, let alone a suit so a dress watch was never high on my priority list even though i'd love to own many many MANY watches. I have a bunch of strap options too, from rubber to croc leather to ostrich suede so, throwing that all into the mix makes this all fantastically versatile for my tastes. I'd say I fall into my own category of Fun Fashionable Form and Function. Cheers
@@eyeheartsushi2212 It's my favorite watch. Fits so amazingly on my 7" wrist. Modern and fun. 5 day power reserve when you have 5 watches is great too. I love it on both the rubber and bracelet too.
Definetely a 3 watch guy and a box ticker. Only got into the watch world 2 years ago, BUT right from the start I had my eyes on two watches, which my wife gifted me, cause I would't spend money on myself. My first two watches are the Christopher Ward C60 Saphire ( boxes ticked: not mainstream, affordable, swiss automatic, diver/sports, perfect summer watch on blue rubber strap, perfect casual on a bracelet, date complication which for me is really useful) and the Casio G Shock full steel square GWM B5000 Aged/patina (boxes ticked: everyday/ winter watch, Casio- you gotta have a Casio in your collection, japanese, quartz, looks like it's directly from Blade Runner, which suits my rock/ biker style, and of course all the other functions). For the 3rd watch, the dress watch: I am torn between the Cartier Santos and the JLC Tribute Reverso, Blue. This will complete my 3 watch option at least for the foreseable next 10 years. Just hope my wife gets one for me :)))
Isn't Everyday and Beater the same, or have I misunderstood something for years? Also a one watch collection for about $8.000, I would also suggest the Moonwatch Professional.
Everyday is a watch you could literally wear everyday: it is suitable for (pretty much) all occasions. Think Rolex Explorer for example. A beater is something you don’t mind getting beaten up/bashed around. A cheap(er) diver or like a G-Shock. Ps. One watch is not a collection! 😉
Am i the only one who thinks this trend of moving to 3hz movements to increase power reserve is a step backwards? Especially with modern technology there is really no reason they couldn't just update the 2824 to have a larger barrel to accommodate a larger spring for say a 60hr reserve while still maintening 4hz...
I’ve really been developing an appreciation of, and interest in, Baume and Mercier lately. Very classy, cool brand. That Ti Formex is really cool, great-looking in that olive dial. Nice to see someone giving Hamilton a run for their money (wearing a Khaki automatic as I type this *lol*).
I think you should add 1 more persona to your already expansive list but one I think that may have some resonance in the community....A one Brand only persona. (Although I suppose you showcase only new models and this category might need a historical piece to really be compelling for this type of buyer). Keep up the great work.
I’m quite surprised that you didn’t pick santos for any profile? I’ve been obsessed with it past 5 months, watched every video there is for it. Totally convinced that’s it’s the ultimate value for money One watch collection. I’m scheduled to purchase the Large on 3rd and now this video is putting doubt in my head as in why did u not choose that over others? It’s under 8k, it’s the first wrist watch ever - so can’t beat that history, it’s from Cartier so luxury in its dna, first pilots watch ever, good legibility, in house movement, versatile beyond belief, goes with shorts and T and with suits, comes with free leather strap to make it more dressy for those tuxedo type evenings. I can go on, but why oh why did u skip it? Should I not be buying it? :s
26:10. I wish Longines would fix their 40mm Spirit’s lug length. The 37mm dial is too small for my tastes but that lug to lug for their 40mm is ridiculous.
The best buys under 8000 dollars are pretty simple. I'd say they are these Omega Speedmaster Omega aqua Terra 38 Rolex op Rolex air king (not my personal favourite but still) Rolex Explorer 36 Breitling chronomat 42 Breitling navitimer Iwc pilot chronograph 41 If you like some odd stuff then Zenith defy ceramic Iwc pilot ceramic black/blue Omega planet ocean Omega smp300 no time to die
For me, I would probably do a Nomos Orion 38 white for the dress watch, a Tudor Black Bay GMT for the complication and a Seiko SPB143 for the everyday/diver. Works out to $7935.
I’d like to say im a check off the boxes collector, but if I played with my straps a lot more I could see myself dropping down to 3 🤔. Nice look on the Riveria as well, it’s slept on! We need some vids on the best bronze watches and how to care for them!
Pleasantly surprised about the mentions of the JLC Polaris, the Baume & Mercier Riviera, the Omega Constellation (nee Manhattan), and the Raymond Weil. This brings more variety to the table instead of the usual suspects.
Teddy, Thank you! I just got into watches this past year after buying my father one for his birthday. I knew nothing but in the time since I’ve learned so much from your videos and it’s grown my love watches. I love your detailed reviews and your collabs with Mr. Wonderful are amazing. Keep up the great work and thank you again for opening my eyes up to the world of horology.
Amazing video again! I have a video request that is similar to others you made. Do you think you could do a video of watch collection where you have 3 under 250,500,1000,2500,5000, 10000 and 25000? But instead of the 3 watches equalling that price, they all just individually have to be under each amount. I know it would be a long video but I'd love a video like that!
Look for the video he did with his girlfriend Courtney. They looked at multiple price ranges and let her give her instant first look impressions. It was fun and informative at the same time. 😂 👏🏽
@@M1szS Definitely is lol. I don't think you know how deep 100m is. 130ft (roughly 40m) is the limit for recreational diving which is still *very* deep. 100m watches are tested to at least 125m so 3x that. If you're doing professional diving, pretty uncommon for anyone to even wear a watch since a diving computer is a much better device for the application. Some people *might* use one as a backup. The only reason you think it isn't enough is marketing honestly. 😃
@@jolness1 bro wtf ur talking about, whos decieved by marketing, Ur saying that u can go 125m deep with it, while its just static pressure, in reality u can barelly dive with it
The Zenith isn't giving you much for your money - whereas the JLC Polaris has an actually useful complication in the rotating rehaut. Looks good enough to pair with a suit, but put it on a leather strap and it's sporty enough to look at home when you're just chilling outdoors. Plus, it's a JLC, with the associated style points.🙂 (Water resistance is 10 bar, good enough for the occasional dunking.) It's what I'd go for if I wanted a single, do-it-all watch for $8k. I'm in the "3-watch" category, and $8k is about what I want to put into them. Grand Seiko quartz, at the end of the video, did the trick for me, although I spent extra to get one of their more beautiful dials ("sea of clouds" in my case.) That leaves room for a Hamilton Khaki field watch, and I'm looking at a dive watch to round out the threesome. Nodus has a beauty in the Avalon II (bronze/green), and I'll get to check it out in person when they come to NYC next month. If I snag that, there's room for a fourth watch. Something a bit "out there" - a party watch - would round things out nicely. Louis Erard x Alain Silberstein, anybody?
My 3 watch collection at 8k would be Sinn 556 (daily and most versatile new 1200-1500) Tudor pelagos blue dial (durable and ideal for vacation wear and daily summer wear 2800-3400 used) Cartier santos (integrated style that can be worn with a suit but also has sporty style. used early 2000s model between 3-4k) If I got a good deal on these and had room left over I’d snag something I could trash and not feel bad. Casioak most likely
My best 3 watch collection i have is: GS sbgm221, breitling A49350, Omega speedmaster profesional sandwich with 3861. So theres elegant cream dial, diver with avianation feeling blue dial and of course chronograph with iconic black dial ⭐️♥️🌑
My two dive watches in the collection are the Black Bay Heritage 41mm and the Omega Seamaster 300m. Got the BB like new for 3k with box and papers on bracelet and the SMP brand new on rubber for 4.2k. That left me enough room to pick up 4 other rubber straps for that SMP, a rubber strap for the BB as well as some chevron straps.
Hi Teddy, My knowledge about watches is completely from your videos. I'm on the verge of buying my first automatic watch. I'm now a pro among my peers. Can we have a video on watch glasses? I don't see one in the list about this. Thanks a ton.
I have two watches. A Yacht Master and a DateJust. It’s all I need. But I think it would be perfectly fine to just have an all rounder like a DateJust with a smooth bezel or a Polaris or Santos. More versatile than a dive watch etc. There’s really no need for a dive watch bezel, a gmt function or a chrono that isn’t even used regularly.
Nice two-Rolex combo. I’ve been telling myself I want to own one Rolex. Keep going back and forth between the Milgauss Z-Blue and the DJ41 (I want fluted bezel for some reason LOL).
@@eyeheartsushi2212 Thank you :) I saw the Milgauss in store a few weeks ago. Really cool in person. I get you re: fluted DJ. If I didn’t have the YM with the bezel I might do the same. I suggest trying it on if possible - Fluted with oyster bracelet and smooth bezel with the jubilee bracelet and see how you feel and where you see yourself wearing it. Imo the DJ is one of the best multi-purpose watches there is. But the Milgauss does have character!
I think I fall in the three watch. All one maker thought. Longines, spirit zulu time on a strap, ultra chron on a braclet, and a quartz dolce Vita on a bracelet.
Finally found my one watch. It ended up being an IWC mark xv, but at some point I’ll probably still need a dress watch with a white face. I think I’ll end up being persona 7 when it’s all said and done hopefully I don’t need more than 3 watches
I am new to watch collecting. I love your content. very informative. one thing I have noticed is that I don't see you talk about Tag Heuer. are they not good watches? a friend had one and said that it was in the shop more than it was on his arm. thank you for making this content
Some beautiful pieces. I have a mid-size omega seamster I recently bought a Seiko alpinist with glacial blue face - no idea what's next for a 3 watch collection but I'm thinking something dress style.
I just bought a marathon GSAR Arctic 36MM from his websites week ago. His website is Very customer service focused. (They not paying me to type this here or leave a review) I was super satisfied about their service and when I finally received my item.
Can you explain what modifications a watch company makes to a 3rd party movement when they use them in their watches ; but call it a different name ? Example, Oris using Sellita movements ,but calling it an Oris caliber etc.
Teddy I need some advice. I want to buy a second watch. I got a tag heaur that is waterproof. I would like to talk to you about another waterproof similar watch in the 800 to 1200 dollar range brand is not critical
Hey Teddy! Love your videos, so enjoy watching each and every one of them. Would you someday be able to do a video on how and where you get all the amazing shots and videos of each watch that you review? I’d love to see what your process is for getting the professional videos that you’re able to show your fans :)
@@adamslager9997 this is the video with Will. I forgot what video it was lol 😆. th-cam.com/video/4Ny_0hCcs9c/w-d-xo.html Its a video title you wouldnt think has this footage, he's surprising his girlfriend/fiance.
The check all the boxes mindset doesn’t make sense with the budget when you consider that you would then have 5 budget watches to service. Get 1 great watch and pay to service 1 in my opinion. 2 would also be reasonable.
One of the thing that you do that’s extremely helpful, especially for smaller wrist viewers and rarely done by others, is showing it on your wrist and specifying your wrist size!
Very, very helpful to narrow (no pun intended) down our options.
Much appreciated.
still worthless. you have to try it by yourself
@@Sexiestmanalive01 really?
I never thought about that, lmao.
Longines are such an underrated brand. People see them as 'middle of the road' as they're available in airports across the world but they make some cracking watches! Conquest, hydroconquest, Zulu Time and Spirit (not to forget the Master Collection) are all fantastic watches that not only look great but offer some of the best value for money out there! Plus they've been around for nearly 200 years!
I really want a Zulu Time! I don't think there's a better traveller GMT at that price point considering the wearability, finishing design and movement.
Longines has been really stepping up their game in the recent years.
Most sold brand in asia. Like Rado in India.
Both great brands.
I'm quickly becoming a Longines stan, completely by chance, since once I went into a watch boutique unsure about what to buy, however the Longines' offerings stood out so much I couldn't ignore them, and I ended up buying one.
@@iwnl_vale me too. I've only been into watches for a short time (about 6 months after about a 25 year hiatus) and bought my first Swiss made watch off the back of Teddy's Hydroconquest video. For the money it seemed unbeatable. And I absolutely love it!
Out of interest, what did you go for?
You really are a breath of fresh air compared with many of the currently featured watch-youtubers. Its all about the love for watches. Thanks for this.
I love playing this game of finding good combinations within a certain budget. Here are some of my ideas:
BB58 & GS SBGW231
Rolex Explorer 124270 at retail & Nomos Tangente 35
JLC Reverso classic small seconds & Seiko SPB143
Omega Aqua Terra 38mm blue on the gray market, Cartier Tank Must & Hamilton Khaki Field Auto
Omega Seamaster 300 & Cartier Santos Dumont
Cartier Santos medium & Sinn 556i
Omega Speedmaster sapphire sandwich & Nomos Tangente
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Lol. Not even a single watch worth wrist time.
@@doperdr Yeah sure buddy Seamaster professional, Explorer, Aqua Terra, Reverso, Santos, Speedmaster. All icons but not worth your PRECIOUS time. What a joke, go back to your hommages mate have a day off
@@HardePeople only iwc breitling zenith and panerai. No unisex 40mm and below shite
@@doperdr what do you need to compensate for
JLC makes beautiful watches!
At 23:15 Raymond Weil is an excellent choice. I own the same model in steel and absolutely love wearing it! Thanks Teddy for recommending it.
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I recently sold a couple of pieces and now have the Omega SMP300 white dial and new Speedy sapphire left. I also have a Tag Aquaracer that my wife bought me on our wedding day. That watch holds sentimental value and opened my eyes to the world of luxury watches!
I sold off an Omega AT and an IWC pilot chronograph. I liked both watches but didn't wear them enough. I'm not rich enough to justify having watches sit in a case.
I'm not in a rush but I'll add a Tudor GMT pepsi (unlikely to ever have the opportunity to buy the Rolex) then I'm done. I like dress watches but I'd very rarely wear one. The new speedy sapphire sandwich is dressy enough, especially with the new bracelet.
Anyway...3-4 watches is all any man needs IMO. I'm over 8k but have a collection for life
I have the exact same Seamaster / Speedmaster models and they are a fantastic combo!
@@yallerhon totally agree mate! Realistically we don't need anymore watches haha
I just got the Speedmaster 3861 Hesalite for my 50th birthday last year and just love it. My next and hopefully last watch will be either the SMP professional diver 300 or the Seamaster 300. I am really torn between the two -love the versatility of the diver but hate the hands. The 300 is more expensive but less versatile but I love the aesthetics - first world problems 🤦♂️🤦♂️
@@sumitkar8146 great problem to have! I guess the 300 is more vintage whereas the SMP300 is more modern. How they both age over time is anyones guess! What dial colour would you go for on both watches?
@@derekbrettell8121 white on the diver , blue on the 300
I didn't know they sold jagers that cheap well not cheap but I didnt know. Its one of my favorite brands. I love ap, rolex, a.lange but they are 100s of thousand the one I want is 300 plus and jagers I love its like a 100k watch for way way less still expensive though
Agree. JLC FTW.
@@lebojay hey
Black bay 36
Black Bay Bronze/Brown
Zelos Hammerhead
Tissot PRX
I just need to pick up the PRX to complete this selection, but I love these watches and don’t really wear the other ones in my watch rolls anymore. The BB36 is an amazing all a rounder, really dresses up but you can also jump in the pool with it or jump on the motorcycle. The rest are just really fun.
I have to agree with the BB36, one of the best go anywhere do anything watches for the price. The PRX either quartz or PM80 automatic is another great watch.
The Constellation is so overlooked! So funky yet so classy. Good thing to highlight.
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I love this type of video. Witch one are you an you’re watch’s in that price range an why.
Great video. Just started to watch. Is my favorite brand going to be mentioned? Grand Seiko. Yes the last one. Thank you Teddy. GS rocks
Buy any $7000 watch and a nomos. Speed master Nomos, GS titanium and Nomos, IWC and Nomos. So basically quality over quantity.
Great suggestion
Nomos lug-to-lug and power reserve is underwhelming. Not the ideal dress watch.
@@okihaveaname then muhle 👍🏼
Best advice here. Better yet, get a $7500 watch and a daily beater, like a Certina or smthn
@@TheVuducha The only problem is that I want something that garners a little more respect. I want one or 2 super nice watches and then one that’s good enough even if it’s just a Hamilton or a high end Seiko.
My three-watch cost only $800 and comes from one brand: Seiko. Diver-SRP773; Daily Beater-SNK809; Dress-SARB033. These never cease to put a smile on my face!
Out of all of your options, I would personally go with the JLC and be done with it.
Oh man, if they come out with a Polaris with a fume dial and No Date, i'm going to be all over that.
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I like these collection building videos. You choose a good mix of watches and your categories are very fun.
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For Cartier I would’ve gone with the Santos no doubt
Depending where you live, you have to add "beater that you don't mind being stolen" to the check off the boxes category.
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Teddy, Thanks for this and all your great videos. I'm definitely in the "check the box" category of collectors. Would like to see more on pieces under $1000. I'm a family man and still building my basic collection so my budget is limited. Thanks again.
Maybe check out his other videos with a lower overall price point?
Doxa 200 …. Great diver and better colors. I spend $900 new from Doxa
He has videos for watches at or under $1000 and even a collection for $1000
Seiko alpinist is a great choice for under 700.
BB58 in bronze is a stunner and rare enough to get that lil bit of extra appreciation by those in the know...
Man I loved that formex!! I think I might be a hipster 🙈
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Love all the suggestions and convincing the timepiece in terms of philosophy, and craftmanship in this price range.
@@paris2993 Hoi
Great video Teddy, loved the "buying personas" and watches you selected for each....totally enjoyable and cause for thought!
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Teddy, for us bigger guys...could you do a video about watch options >40mm up to 50mm, please?? Thanks!
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Teddy...you see this reply that looks like it came from you??
I would love to see an updated video of your personal watch collection, Teddy!
Nice to see Baume and Mercier featured. They make beautiful watches, but seem to get no respect these days. The Clifton Baumatic Moonphase is a gorgeous watch with notes of Rolex Cellini
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Hi Teddy. Great video and opinions as always! I really love your channel, especially when you team up with Kevin O’Leary! Those are great!! I identify with the check all the boxes type collector. I’d like to add an automatic chronograph to my collection, preferably under $5k. I like the AquaStar DeepStar because it’s not a “kitchen table” brand name like Rolex, but has an interesting history and looks like a high quality watch. I’m not hating on Rolex, I love my OP41. What other brands should I look at to compare to the AquaStar? I like the Sinn EZM you profiled but not having the crown and pushers on the left. That’s just weird!
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I'd also consider the Mühle Glashütte S.A.R Rescue Timer with 1000m WR for the Diver watch category.
Tricky price point for a 3 watch so I’ll do the perfect duo:
Diver/everyday - IMO a diver can be everyday when it’s a nicer diver. Omega Seamaster pick whatever color you want.
Dress - Longines Sector dial
In reality all needs are met here.
Good combo
Nailed the perfect duo, IMO!
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I mean under 9 grand for a jager I think is amazing I mean it isn't the nicest Jager but you get a Jager for under 10k. Awesome one day im still getting seikos I cant afford a tag or omega I struggled to gwt a tissot gentleman. I wqnt the tissot prx chrono but almost 2 grand seems alot. Maybe after market theyll have a big discount
I would personally just save a bit longer to get to the 10-12k range, but that's only because I have other watches and can wait.
If you're dying to get that first watch/ watches, I would recommend Tudor (Pelagos) for the dive gang and Cartier (take your pick) for the classy look. Those are in the $4k range and are amazing for the attainable price.
Great video as always Teddy!
No matter what price range is mentioned, someone will always say to save a little longer for more. If you make a 10-12k list a comment will say "save for 15-17k." Realistically 8k is stretching a lot peoples budget and will likely take a long time to stretch it to 10. Those that can just drop 8k on watches likely don't need to save.
It’s amazing how much the SPB143 has changed since it came out in 2020. I got one of the first ones in the USA in mid July 2020 and mine has fatter hands, and no lume marker next to the date wheel.
I like the original a lot more, the skinny hands don’t really seem to fit the watch.
I'm trying to get the 36mm DateJust.... black dial... that to me is the perfect do it all watch for life. No need for more, but each to their own
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A good diver is always the way to go, can go anywhere
But girls hate divers. And guys rarely go swimming. So while cool looking, its under-used as intended. And definitely not worth 8k for 1 diver piece.
@@okihaveaname I’ve got quite a few different styles but find myself putting on the longines hydroconquest the most these days, just personal preference
The best $8000 GADA watch is a Rolex Datejust, and they are available at Rolex ADs for retail. I bought 2 last year from the same AD with no prior Rolex purchase history. Waited 3 weeks for the first one, two months for the second.
That’s good to know (about not having to wait that long). Which references did you get and why two?
@@eyeheartsushi2212 I bought a 126300 for myself, then another for my best friend (he paid me for it but the dealer would not let him buy it as he had no purchase history - go figure!)
@@dannyg6592 You’re a good friend. Weird that you could get one with no purchase history but your friend couldn’t.
@@eyeheartsushi2212 Thank you. And yes, Rolex ADs like to play games. Silly behavior. Funny thing is the same AD sold his wife an OP last month!
@@dannyg6592 LOL but then again if it was a “ladies’ OP” they were probably too happy to sell her one.
I'm looking at my modest watch collection here, doing the math and i think these all add up to pretty much $8000 USD. I've got 2 G Shocks, the G-Shock Full Metal Square GMWB5000GD-1 in black DLC and G-Shock MTG-B1000 DCM-1A Twisted Metal Camo. I have the Seiko Presage Sharp Edged SPB227J1 with Red Dial. I also have the Oris Roberto Clemente as well as the Caliber 400 Green Dial version. Pretty sure that all adds up to about that 8K mark but, i'm not 100% what the exchange rate is right now.
Not sure which category i would fall into though. I'm a Construction worker and don't own a sports jacket, let alone a suit so a dress watch was never high on my priority list even though i'd love to own many many MANY watches. I have a bunch of strap options too, from rubber to croc leather to ostrich suede so, throwing that all into the mix makes this all fantastically versatile for my tastes. I'd say I fall into my own category of Fun Fashionable Form and Function.
Cheers
I’ve had my eye on the Roberto Clemente. Looks like a fun watch.
How do you like that Caliber 400, btw?
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@@eyeheartsushi2212 It's my favorite watch. Fits so amazingly on my 7" wrist. Modern and fun. 5 day power reserve when you have 5 watches is great too. I love it on both the rubber and bracelet too.
Could you review the whole B&M Riviera series eta, inhouse and chrono? I think they look really really great, the green dial is pretty special.
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Definetely a 3 watch guy and a box ticker. Only got into the watch world 2 years ago, BUT right from the start I had my eyes on two watches, which my wife gifted me, cause I would't spend money on myself. My first two watches are the Christopher Ward C60 Saphire ( boxes ticked: not mainstream, affordable, swiss automatic, diver/sports, perfect summer watch on blue rubber strap, perfect casual on a bracelet, date complication which for me is really useful) and the Casio G Shock full steel square GWM B5000 Aged/patina (boxes ticked: everyday/ winter watch, Casio- you gotta have a Casio in your collection, japanese, quartz, looks like it's directly from Blade Runner, which suits my rock/ biker style, and of course all the other functions).
For the 3rd watch, the dress watch: I am torn between the Cartier Santos and the JLC Tribute Reverso, Blue. This will complete my 3 watch option at least for the foreseable next 10 years. Just hope my wife gets one for me :)))
Isn't Everyday and Beater the same, or have I misunderstood something for years?
Also a one watch collection for about $8.000, I would also suggest the Moonwatch Professional.
Everyday is a watch you could literally wear everyday: it is suitable for (pretty much) all occasions. Think Rolex Explorer for example. A beater is something you don’t mind getting beaten up/bashed around. A cheap(er) diver or like a G-Shock. Ps. One watch is not a collection! 😉
Am i the only one who thinks this trend of moving to 3hz movements to increase power reserve is a step backwards?
Especially with modern technology there is really no reason they couldn't just update the 2824 to have a larger barrel to accommodate a larger spring for say a 60hr reserve while still maintening 4hz...
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Love these videos, my favorite series!!!
Great vid. Forgot about the Awesome super ocean 57!
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I’ve really been developing an appreciation of, and interest in, Baume and Mercier lately. Very classy, cool brand. That Ti Formex is really cool, great-looking in that olive dial. Nice to see someone giving Hamilton a run for their money (wearing a Khaki automatic as I type this *lol*).
For the price point, Hamilton all day long. Be proud of that classic. The other may be nice but not worth a grand.
Nice video mate 🇺🇸. I am way above this. But you are spot on for level.
Oh you’re way above this? Thank you so much for pointing that out!
For the 3 watch collection I would pick: Aikon for everyday, carrier Tank as a dress watch and Ball Mechanic II
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I think you should add 1 more persona to your already expansive list but one I think that may have some resonance in the community....A one Brand only persona. (Although I suppose you showcase only new models and this category might need a historical piece to really be compelling for this type of buyer). Keep up the great work.
I’m quite surprised that you didn’t pick santos for any profile? I’ve been obsessed with it past 5 months, watched every video there is for it. Totally convinced that’s it’s the ultimate value for money One watch collection. I’m scheduled to purchase the Large on 3rd and now this video is putting doubt in my head as in why did u not choose that over others? It’s under 8k, it’s the first wrist watch ever - so can’t beat that history, it’s from Cartier so luxury in its dna, first pilots watch ever, good legibility, in house movement, versatile beyond belief, goes with shorts and T and with suits, comes with free leather strap to make it more dressy for those tuxedo type evenings. I can go on, but why oh why did u skip it? Should I not be buying it? :s
26:10. I wish Longines would fix their 40mm Spirit’s lug length. The 37mm dial is too small for my tastes but that lug to lug for their 40mm is ridiculous.
That Aquastar is stunning and unique
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Good morning ? What a coincidence i just got on TH-cam and you literally just posted this video right now...
The best buys under 8000 dollars are pretty simple. I'd say they are these
Omega Speedmaster
Omega aqua Terra 38
Rolex op
Rolex air king (not my personal favourite but still)
Rolex Explorer 36
Breitling chronomat 42
Breitling navitimer
Iwc pilot chronograph 41
If you like some odd stuff then
Zenith defy ceramic
Iwc pilot ceramic black/blue
Omega planet ocean
Omega smp300 no time to die
For me, I would probably do a Nomos Orion 38 white for the dress watch, a Tudor Black Bay GMT for the complication and a Seiko SPB143 for the everyday/diver. Works out to $7935.
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I’d like to say im a check off the boxes collector, but if I played with my straps a lot more I could see myself dropping down to 3 🤔. Nice look on the Riveria as well, it’s slept on! We need some vids on the best bronze watches and how to care for them!
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Pleasantly surprised about the mentions of the JLC Polaris, the Baume & Mercier Riviera, the Omega Constellation (nee Manhattan), and the Raymond Weil. This brings more variety to the table instead of the usual suspects.
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Love these collection videos. Keep up the good work Teddy
Another great video teddy🙌🏻 I would say I’m a set collator meaning I find a watch I like and get all dial colors they Ofer 😭
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I really like a display caseback if I'm paying a lot for the watch and movement. If that Longines Spirit had one, I'd be buying one today.
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Teddy, Thank you! I just got into watches this past year after buying my father one for his birthday. I knew nothing but in the time since I’ve learned so much from your videos and it’s grown my love watches. I love your detailed reviews and your collabs with Mr. Wonderful are amazing. Keep up the great work and thank you again for opening my eyes up to the world of horology.
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Amazing video again! I have a video request that is similar to others you made. Do you think you could do a video of watch collection where you have 3 under 250,500,1000,2500,5000, 10000 and 25000? But instead of the 3 watches equalling that price, they all just individually have to be under each amount. I know it would be a long video but I'd love a video like that!
Look for the video he did with his girlfriend Courtney. They looked at multiple price ranges and let her give her instant first look impressions. It was fun and informative at the same time. 😂 👏🏽
@@okihaveaname is it the girlfriend reacts one?
@@michaelschneider530 that's the one 👌🏾
Frederique constant is a great alternative to raymond Weil. Their in house movements especially the monolithic is a beast!
Small mention: SuperOcean Heritage ‘57 is “only” 100m wr which is plenty for diving even and it’s wonderfully thin.
no bro 100m isnt plenty for diving
@@M1szS Definitely is lol. I don't think you know how deep 100m is. 130ft (roughly 40m) is the limit for recreational diving which is still *very* deep. 100m watches are tested to at least 125m so 3x that. If you're doing professional diving, pretty uncommon for anyone to even wear a watch since a diving computer is a much better device for the application. Some people *might* use one as a backup.
The only reason you think it isn't enough is marketing honestly. 😃
@@jolness1 ok i want to see u dive with 30m Water resistant watch, go ahead
@@M1szS I must have missed where I said 30m is a dive watch. 😅
Again, you have been deceived by marketing .
@@jolness1 bro wtf ur talking about, whos decieved by marketing, Ur saying that u can go 125m deep with it, while its just static pressure, in reality u can barelly dive with it
Teddy, don’t overlook Alpina!! Love that brand… fully Swiss… fully quality
The Zenith isn't giving you much for your money - whereas the JLC Polaris has an actually useful complication in the rotating rehaut. Looks good enough to pair with a suit, but put it on a leather strap and it's sporty enough to look at home when you're just chilling outdoors. Plus, it's a JLC, with the associated style points.🙂 (Water resistance is 10 bar, good enough for the occasional dunking.) It's what I'd go for if I wanted a single, do-it-all watch for $8k.
I'm in the "3-watch" category, and $8k is about what I want to put into them. Grand Seiko quartz, at the end of the video, did the trick for me, although I spent extra to get one of their more beautiful dials ("sea of clouds" in my case.) That leaves room for a Hamilton Khaki field watch, and I'm looking at a dive watch to round out the threesome. Nodus has a beauty in the Avalon II (bronze/green), and I'll get to check it out in person when they come to NYC next month. If I snag that, there's room for a fourth watch. Something a bit "out there" - a party watch - would round things out nicely. Louis Erard x Alain Silberstein, anybody?
My 3 watch collection at 8k would be
Sinn 556 (daily and most versatile new 1200-1500)
Tudor pelagos blue dial (durable and ideal for vacation wear and daily summer wear 2800-3400 used)
Cartier santos (integrated style that can be worn with a suit but also has sporty style. used early 2000s model between 3-4k)
If I got a good deal on these and had room left over I’d snag something I could trash and not feel bad. Casioak most likely
Have you heard of xeric watches for the hipster peeps? They are really unique
Please be warned guys, the comment section is plagued with spam reply bots disguised as Teddy.
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I've a speedmaster sapphire sandwich but would love a rectangular dress watch, love the Oris
I really dig that Formex. I’d love to see one in person
My best 3 watch collection i have is: GS sbgm221, breitling A49350, Omega speedmaster profesional sandwich with 3861.
So theres elegant cream dial, diver with avianation feeling blue dial and of course chronograph with iconic black dial
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most watches are over 41 mm case size.... do a video like these for small wrist sizes... wrist sizes below 16.25 cm
Thank you Teddy ....very well presented .....!!!!
My two dive watches in the collection are the Black Bay Heritage 41mm and the Omega Seamaster 300m. Got the BB like new for 3k with box and papers on bracelet and the SMP brand new on rubber for 4.2k. That left me enough room to pick up 4 other rubber straps for that SMP, a rubber strap for the BB as well as some chevron straps.
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Hi Teddy,
My knowledge about watches is completely from your videos. I'm on the verge of buying my first automatic watch. I'm now a pro among my peers. Can we have a video on watch glasses? I don't see one in the list about this. Thanks a ton.
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Funnily enough my collection is roughly 8k.
Navitimer, ML Aikon, Sinn 556I RS
BEST in the BUSINESS!!!
Love this series! Gotta see more
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I have two watches. A Yacht Master and a DateJust. It’s all I need. But I think it would be perfectly fine to just have an all rounder like a DateJust with a smooth bezel or a Polaris or Santos. More versatile than a dive watch etc. There’s really no need for a dive watch bezel, a gmt function or a chrono that isn’t even used regularly.
Nice two-Rolex combo. I’ve been telling myself I want to own one Rolex. Keep going back and forth between the Milgauss Z-Blue and the DJ41 (I want fluted bezel for some reason LOL).
@@eyeheartsushi2212 Thank you :) I saw the Milgauss in store a few weeks ago. Really cool in person. I get you re: fluted DJ. If I didn’t have the YM with the bezel I might do the same. I suggest trying it on if possible - Fluted with oyster bracelet and smooth bezel with the jubilee bracelet and see how you feel and where you see yourself wearing it. Imo the DJ is one of the best multi-purpose watches there is. But the Milgauss does have character!
I think I fall in the three watch. All one maker thought. Longines, spirit zulu time on a strap, ultra chron on a braclet, and a quartz dolce Vita on a bracelet.
A really excellent video and I cannot think of another review that actually spans Zenith/JLC to Citizen.
Love your videos. Great info and also add the IWC "10 Table Watch" 55 mm. Can see the time from 10 restaurant tables away.
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Teddy, I appreciate the huge amount of work you put into your videos. I expected the Doxa 200 for the $900 dive watch. But I loved the Doxa 600 blue.
Finally found my one watch. It ended up being an IWC mark xv, but at some point I’ll probably still need a dress watch with a white face. I think I’ll end up being persona 7 when it’s all said and done hopefully I don’t need more than 3 watches
The zenith is cool
I am new to watch collecting. I love your content. very informative. one thing I have noticed is that I don't see you talk about Tag Heuer. are they not good watches? a friend had one and said that it was in the shop more than it was on his arm. thank you for making this content
Your friend’s feedback is all you need in this case.
I really love that series and I very much enjoy Teddy‘s videos. But I still think that one watch is by definition not a collection.
there are unexpectedly good black-green watches in the citizen Promaster collection
Should do a video for the "micro brand collector", a variation/subset of the hipster segment
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The Doxa 600T Pacific is a limited edition that's sold out. Dunno if it makes sense to add that to a "starter collection"
Some beautiful pieces. I have a mid-size omega seamster I recently bought a Seiko alpinist with glacial blue face - no idea what's next for a 3 watch collection but I'm thinking something dress style.
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I just bought a marathon GSAR Arctic 36MM from his websites week ago. His website is Very customer service focused. (They not paying me to type this here or leave a review) I was super satisfied about their service and when I finally received my item.
Can you explain what modifications a watch company makes to a 3rd party movement when they use them in their watches ; but call it a different name ? Example, Oris using Sellita movements ,but calling it an Oris caliber etc.
Very useful information
Teddy I need some advice. I want to buy a second watch. I got a tag heaur that is waterproof. I would like to talk to you about another waterproof similar watch in the 800 to 1200 dollar range brand is not critical
Hey Teddy! Love your videos, so enjoy watching each and every one of them.
Would you someday be able to do a video on how and where you get all the amazing shots and videos of each watch that you review? I’d love to see what your process is for getting the professional videos that you’re able to show your fans :)
He did a behind the scenes video a a few months back with his photographer. Look it up on his channel.
@@okihaveaname ooh, thank you. I’ll check that out.
@@adamslager9997 this is the video with Will. I forgot what video it was lol 😆. th-cam.com/video/4Ny_0hCcs9c/w-d-xo.html
Its a video title you wouldnt think has this footage, he's surprising his girlfriend/fiance.
8,000 is a good budget for a collection
Yeah, good if that’s your budget.
Nice job Teddy!!
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Hey Teddy,
I love your videos. Have you heard of the brand 'WULF'? If so, I would love to hear your input.
I would consider 38mm omega black dial speedmaster with bracelet and seiko sla059 diver.
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The check all the boxes mindset doesn’t make sense with the budget when you consider that you would then have 5 budget watches to service. Get 1 great watch and pay to service 1 in my opinion. 2 would also be reasonable.