7 Things I Wish I Knew About Watches When I Started
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I've said it many times before, watch collecting can be a complicated and nuanced pursuit. As you advance your knowledge and experience with watches, there are some lessons you learn along the way, hopefully not the hard way. In this video, I'll share seven things I wish I had known when I jumped into the greater world of watch enthusiasm.
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0:00 - Intro & Ground Rules
1:25 - 1. More Is Not Always Better
2:58 - 2. Vintage Watches Are Not For Everyone
4:58 - 3. Nobody Cares About Your Watch
6:47 - 4. A Watch Cannot Complete You
8:40 - 5. Could I Sell This Watch If I Wanted To?
10:46 - 6. Am I Going To Regret This?
12:22 - 7. Service Cost
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it is simple: just buy a watch that makes you smile when you look at you wrist
Completely agree. Don’t buy what you think others will like, buy what would make you happy!
Exactly...
@@samueljacob5598 but maaaaany watches make me happy 🙄
True. I sometimes stare at my watch for a minute, then look away and wonder what time it is.
@@robhendrikx2198 I know the feeling🤣
I think #1 is knowing once you start you won’t stop
Haha it is addicting. I always tell people you’re welcome and I’m sorry when they say I helped get them deeper into watches.
Watches are the Pringles of collecting.
Spot on
@@TeddyBaldassarre And "addicting" not in a good way - it can lead to financial ruin if you don't budget your purchases carefully.
Where do we sign up for the giveaway? Sorry I'm new.
“Is it enthusiasm or just a love for consumerism?”-damn that’s deep, amazing video
Most of watch “collecting” is cooming about consooming.
@@Phafanapolis lmaoo
On point 3 - It's crazy how before I got into watches I probably never recognised them (like the rest of the world haha). Now, every time I'm out and about or even watching TV, I'm drawn to people's wrists to see what watch they're wearing
Just to clarify Teddy's point though, we're the 1 in about 1000 (probably more haha) who even notice a watch being worn and we're just happy to see it, whatever watch that may be!
yeah, same here. its like autofocus to everyone's wrist
I just feel happy when I see someone else wearing a watch. I hardly see any of them, other than a few smartwatches.
yea and its cool being able to recognize watches and seeing the style and different taste of others
lol, I recognised a 5711 on someone's wrist last year but didnt dare to comment on it in case someone else was overhearing us - and i had no idea how he would have reacted. so, sadly, i stayed stumm...
I’m a huge knife guy getting into watches and I completely agree, in the knife world I love to see (and recognize!) what people are using and now that I’ve gotten into watches in the past year, I find it interesting to see what others are wearing. The degrees of interest people have too are very neat to me, we have people who are “I have a G shock because good watch and need watch” to people “I have a g shock and a Rolex because good watches and I want fancy + functional, but don’t know watches” all the way to “I know watches inside and out and have a huge collection”. All these mentalities about watches, same with the knife world, are very cool. The knife world and watch world run a lot of parallels
I would suggest a #8 - don’t confuse higher cost or brand name recognition for a more enjoyable watch experience. There are watches at affordable prices that offer fantastic design, whatever style suits you.
Que Zelos here
yep
To add on to that, don’t fall for the "don't buy shitters" and jUsT sAvE uP "arguments" because never really end. Why buy five $10,000 Rolex watches when you could have just bought _one_ Audimar Peakgay or Patek Phillipe watch? Get a "really good watch" instead of "wasting your money" on affordable watches. Why buy five $50,000 APs or PPs when you could have just bought _one_ "really good" Richard Mille or something equally astronomical?
@@Phafanapolisabsolutely agreed - that's a never ending treadmill.
@@Phafanapolis I'd rather buy an skx or something cheap and then save for a rolex or omega or tudor etc. The argument ends where your money ends. I think buying the best possible watch you can afford (of course without putting any financial strain on you) is the best way to do it. I'd take one sub, SMP, reverso, saxonia, etc.. over any number of seikos, Hamilton, orient, w/e.
Nobody cares is spot on. I would add that many would think you crazy if they knew how much the watch cost. The only reason to buy a watch is that it makes you smile. Wise insight from a young man.
This is 100% true, I can’t tell you how many times I tried to tell people or show someone the watch I was wearing and they could care less. It almost a let down as do how much thought went into my buying the watch and no one gave a rats ass but me. So from now on it’s all about me.
@@noequal5401 kinda like tattoos lol
@@MrGmilton don’t remind me, I have more than a few of those too lol
It’s amazing that so many “watch guys” think _everybody_ cares about watches. Meanwhile they’re dressed like slobs, wear graphic tees and have man boobs. A watch is a finishing detail, an accessory for your ‘fit and WIS think it’s the be-all and end-all.
And those that do notice your watch, will most likely have a better collection than you. So if you're in this game to flex you've made a mistake.
Really appreciate you reminding everyone that no one cares about your watch. Buy what you like and wear it. Same thing with microphones. No one cares about your mic, so get the one that you like the sound of and record something. Keep up the awesome work Teddy.
Very true. That said, I do love my NTG3 haha. Certainly consulted your vids before buying.
Bandrew watches Teddy B?! The TH-cam crossover I never knew I needed 🙌🏽
Electro Voice RE20 is all the mic you’ll ever need to record the human voice in a speaking vocal range. Well worth the investment, like a clean Rolex.
Watches to mics? Now that's a segue!
I do care about someone's mic especially if they're cheap and make "t" and "p" sounds more aggressive l hate that
As a long time watch collector, I can verify all your points. There is so much wisdom in this video it should be the first stop for any budding watch collector.
Some of my favorite videos from you are the ones touching on the "philosophy" of watch collecting. "Don't take it too seriously." "No one else cares." "Don't let this dominate your life." I really appreciate that. Ethics still matter, even in watch collecting, and you touch on that. Very cool.
Indeed.
Two years later, people do care. That's the problem. You can have a cheap Invicta, people will care, you can have the wrong rolex, people will care. You can even have the right rolex and people will care.
This isn't just a video about watches, these are life lessons that can be applied before purchasing practically anything. Amazing video and insights :)
I love number #3! Nobody cares!!
I noticed my cheaper Quartz watches get more compliments than my expensive ones. It’s really all about the color and uniqueness really
But oh the joy of #3 when someone does care! The wonderful connections made and conversations had, whether about a Patek or a Swatch, those are always awesome.
Haha, right, ... and I care about other´s watches.
What if its a mugger?
@@jamesjameson4566 let them admire your bullets as well :)
Could still have a wonderful conversation in which you enter with and leave without a watch!
@@GS-cx6hv hahaha made my day!!!
"Do I love this watch > do I only lust after this watch" Brilliant. ( but figuring that out is part might be the hardest thing) GREAT episode.
I really appreciated that part too...and wish it was developed a tad more. What separates lust from love, how can I tell ? Is there a quick way to figure it out ? In some way I am thankful watches are so expensive, I would've bought too many😅 I need help to shorten my ever-growing wishlist...
I agree. That’s why I’ll usually try to buy a watch around some sentimental event in life; that way it’s tied to meaning rather than just consumerism.
@@MasterSam85 There is a way to figure out lust from love with watches. Don't buy the watch and wait 6 months or more. If you still thinking about the watch and when you come across it, it brings a smile on your face or your heart makes a jump, then it is probably love.
Service cost was the #1 reason I settled for a lunar pilot instead of speed master. And when it comes to Swiss luxury watches I stick only to three handers time only. It really has helped me find my niche in what I like with watches
I agree?
If there is one thing that I wish I knew before commencing with my watch collecting hobby, I wish I knew about the existence of Teddy Baldassare's TH-cam channel! Had I found out about Teddy's channel, much earlier in my watch collecting journey, I would NOT have wasted money on many of the low quality watches that I have now. Teddy's channel, more than any other, has elevated my appreciation of what quality watch making truly is. Thank you Teddy for being one of the most enlightening voices for the masses who are just getting into horology.
Greatly appreciate your support, Drake! Have a nice weekend!
The “exit” watch actually does exist. I already have 3 of them so if that’s not proof enough I don’t know what is.
I think you just contradicted yourself: 3?!?...
@@bikerd72 see the irony?? 😉
Amateur. Let me show you my 6 exit watches, in fact i'm currently eyeing my next exit watch.
@@Carefreeblues 😂😂😂 that’s what I’m talking about 👍
I’m 22 and started collecting watches 6 months ago. This is the best advice I’ve heard since I began this journey. Thank you so much Teddy, you have a kind soul.
I watched all your recent videos, and when I compare you with other youtube watch aficionados, I find that you are step above all, because you have brilliant ballance between pure informations, knowledge, expirience, self promotion and all that build strog trust from followers. Big respect to you from Mostar, Bosna and Herzrgovina. 👍
Really appreciate this comment, Anton! Means a lot!
Gledaj watch geek ako nisi.
I was in Mostar in the mid 90s with the UN and later NATO. Shame about the bridge.
@@seyerus the old bridge is now rebuild, and things getting better...thx for your service! Without "blue helmets" war would be even worse. Many UN soliders died here, unsung heroes. 👍
Agreed!
I am always looking forward to watching your new episodes. Keep up the great work Teddy. They are getting better and better.
I wish I knew this before I start buying watches. This tips is for minimalist who want watch for different occasions.
* 2 watch collection;
1. Dress/formal/ or casual (depends on your daily activity)
2. Beater
** 3 watch collection;
1. Dress/formal
2. Daily casual/sporty/field
3. Beater
*** 4 watch collection;
1. Dress/formal
2. Casual -> dress (a backup incase your main dress watch is not functioning)
3. Daily casual/sporty/field
4. Beater.
This has been an interesting topic for me, since I don't see myself as a collector. I started acquiring watches for style/wardrobe reasons, and I started watching this channel (and similar ones) just to educate myself. Remarkably, most of these points are highly relevant even from a different perspective.
Watch collecting is definitely a marathon, and the most important part is the process. We often forget it. Thanks for the video.
Thanks Teddy, love the videos! I'm just starting to give into my life long love of watches by starting my collection and your videos are a huge help. Heading to your site next!
Great video with relevant and sensible advice! Keeping the wonderful content going Teddy!
Point no.4. But my collection is almost complete. All i need is just one more watch.
Ok, Jody
Wrong channel
Famous last words. All I need is just one more watch lol.
aye...and then there is the next last one...and the next last one...lol
I Said that when i buyed my 5 watch 7 months ago. now i have 8
Teddy - I am no watch expert by any means, but the quality of your videos is incredible. So well thought out and planned, easy to follow, very pleasing to watch. I’m just getting into the watch scene, and I’m grateful for your videos. Keep up the great content.
A really wholesome video and letting us know more about you and your entry to the world of watches. Love it
Teddy - this is an amazing video!
This is one of the reasons I follow you and I’m a big fan👍🏻 keep it up bro!
(I can relate to almost all your point throughout my personal journey)
Solid advice Teddy. I can relate to a lot of the points you mentioned. The road to wisdom was bumpy.
Most of this is just good advice for literally any hobby
As a knife collector, I totally agree.
Congratulations on all your success. I
checked out your article in WATCH TIME. Really amazing my man! Keep up the hard work!
Such a good video Teddy. So practical, truthful and based on experience. Thank you for sharing. Gonna go enter the contest now!
Man this was SO good!
As a new collector, this was very good advice, especially your reiteration that it’s about us, and the journey, and it’s a mistake to make the journey about the opinions of others.
Excited for this giveaway too haha had fun choosing.
Cheers!!
I needed this. I want to expand my collection and bought a watch case. I personally want to get a few watches to expand my collection but I have felt swept up in the luxury aspect beyond the point I'd feel comfortable spending. This channel has helped me begin to look for nice alternatives that still offer quality and style.
I also know that a $300-$600 is as special to me as a rolex would be and to value what I love over what the market deems cool.
Thank you Teddy.
There’s so much wisdom in this video. Truly great content Teddy!
Some great points highlighted and a great give away. I always enjoy your content. Please keep it up!
All great points. I would love to hear a part 2 to this video. All great points.
Teddy; so wise beyond his years. A lot of great advice packed into this video! Thank you!!
Teddy thanks for your adivce. Straight to the point and absolutely brilliant. These are facts that need to be followed by everyone. Buying strategy, sentiments, awareness, myth about collector's mindset and everything has been broken down to detail. Thanks Teddy. You are brilliant.
Thanks for sharing your knowledge with us. I appreciate your insight regarding watch collecting.
You definitely covered the main points that I've been questioning in my head ever since I started getting into this rather expensive hobby. It is definitely true that it's one issue where you start buying watches, but it's definitely another issue when services start catching up to you eventually, and at times it may all catch up at once and you might be left with nothing to put on your wrist.
The most important thing about owning a watch is simple. Don’t collect, wear. Wear your watches! They’re gonna get scratch, dinged, and beat. That’s part of it. So don’t baby it. Use it!
Fantastic video and great tips - thanks! Just beginning the research to dive into watch collecting and this one helped out a lot.
This is an AMAZING video. So much wisdom and insight. Thanks Teddy!
This is a fantastic video, I'm glad you made it! Being reminded that no one cares about what is on my wrist was something I think I needed to hear. I've probably annoyed a few people wanting to talk about my collection. Surprisingly, I think many people who wear watches - especially smart watches, it seems - don't care about what is on THEIR wrist! I've tried to strike up a conversation based on something someone else is wearing and not only do they know nothing about watches, they know nothing about what they're wearing, lol
Agree 100% Teddy. I have some decent watches in my collection, but my favorite watch is my Timex Easy Reader. It's a beautiful simplistic timepiece, and it fits my personality.
This is definitely among your top 10 videos. It's all great advice. I just ordered my first watch from your store yesterday and I'm sure I won't regret it.
Been watching you for years and this video is a highlight of the channel. Excellent advice.
Much needed commentary! Buy what you can afford and what speaks to you. Recently i began swapping straps for the watches I already have and have gained great satisfaction from this relatively cheap aspect of the hobby. My 1990 Marathon Navigator is a strap monster!
Stephen, a great point. Sometimes the wait for a watch to arrive in the mail is part of the “addiction”, and waiting for a strap can be just as much fun. I have three on the way, including a nice shark mesh for my Vostok (worth more than the watch) and I can’t wait!
Great content on this one Teddy! It’s absolutely true that no one cares about your watch, especially women. I just laugh when I see other TH-camrs saying that women really appreciate a watch on the wrist as it shows you’re responsible and you will get compliments from them. The only people who will notice and compliment you are other watch guys!
One of the most interesting and informative videos I’ve watched on this subject, thank you.
Excellent video Teddy.
You make a lot of great points here.
I never realized that I was in the one more watch completes the collection mindset until I watched this.... please do a part 2
Such great advice Teddy!
Especially the impulse thing. I have a google photo album where I put screenshots of the watches that im...watching. And for me to buy a watch, it needs to have been in that album for at least a month. That way I can see it compared to all the other watches that I like, and I know that I still love it. It really helps me organize and curate my tastes and also allows me to see how my style changes over the long term.
Great video as usual! Hope everything continues to go well for you :)
Thank you Teddy! Every single video you produce is a revelation for all of us the watch geeks. We all have been or are at the present in one of these situations. Everything you are describing here is valid not only for watch collecting but for collecting anything else…
Number seven is very important, a lot of people don’t take service costs in consideration and it can be a shock when it occurs. Very nice video, looking forward for a part two. Keep the good work my friend!
That's a very good point
That's why I only buy quartz and solar.
I really enjoy following Teddy, even though I’m quite experienced myself.
This is great advice for any collector of anything. You're the genuine article, Teddy!
Thank you! I'm just getting interested in mechanical watches and have found this, and several of your other videos, most helpful.
Brilliant video Teddy. Should be compulsory viewing for new watch enthusiasts. The “just one more watch” to complete the collection is so true. You want steel, a gold, a titanium, manual, auto, spring drive, new, vintage, dress, dive..... never ends 😅😬 .
I'm new to your channel.. I like how you say... "Nobody cares about your watch"
That's so true. Buy and wear what you like. It's personal.
Teddy--I appreciate the honest commentary here! Balanced perspective from a watch enthusiast.
Very insightful. Thanks for sharing those thoughts. Made me sit back & contemplate my own watch journey.
One point about #5 for me to help combat the loss of love is that I only buy a watch if it goes along with a big event in my life. I start to associate that event with the watch and it become a constant reminder of good stories.
Some very good advice Teddy. Very clear and to the point especially the cost of service and parts availability. I certainly share your view with respect to 3rd party vs in house movements. Looking into these costs in the past has certainly changed what was once a serious purchase consideration to a pass.
Thanks Anthony! It’s indeed a point many overlook. Thanks for watching and the comment 👍🏻
Food for thought - thanks Teddy. Keep 'em coming....
Perfect timing for this video to come across my notifications. Watches are a new interest of mine and this information is gold.
Welcome to the club!
Whenever I am working the front counter at Wendy's I always try to compliment people on their watches start up a little conversation if I have time. By far the most popular watch coming through my truck stop in Laramie, Wyoming is Citizen
Really? I just knew you were gonna say Casio G shock.
On the service cost, I take it one step further! I’m not a wealthy guy and I now go for watches with common movements. My favourite at the moment is my Reise Resolute. Initially I begrudged the watch for its NH35 but now I see it as an asset. A great watch with a cheap heart that I can replace every 10 years if needed. My perfect watch! Great video, your content is a cut above.
Reise? Never heard of it
Great video. Clear and very informative. Well done !
Thank you for your honest and most relevant knowledge and informative information☺
Just getting into watches… but I’ve been into cars my whole life. I’ve had 25 cars (3 currently) in the last 14 years. Watching this video I could draw a lot of parallel ideas to the car world. Thanks for the video.
Really, really great advice. Points that we've all probably broken a time to two, learning the hard way.
Nowadays I remind myself:
- Buy what you like...like what you buy.
- Always wait at least 3 days before making the purchase...let the excitement wear off so the appreciation can grow.
- Will the hunt be more rewarding than the purchase?
- If you already have watches you want after buying the one you think you need now...you probably don't need to buy it.
- Take a picture of that must-have watch and look at it often. After some time, If you still need to own it, then buy one. If not, keep only the picture.
I'm just getting started in watch collecting and have already made some impulsive purchases. I'm so glad to have discovered this video early on. Thanks, Teddy!
I really like how you do your videos man very realistic and honest. I also appreciate the videos on watches for smaller wrists 👌
Thanks Teddy...very constructive. I had to scrap my itch for vintage watches for the reasons you articulated--especially the honesty factor in dealing with others. I guess I'm blessed in that I was never-ever concerned with others regarding my watches. Lastly, I research and deliberate for long periods, then buy what I want. Be well.
I've still not emotionally accepted "Nobody cares about your watch" LOLLLL
It may be a nice conversation starter cause men rarely get complimented so hey there’s that possibility out there in the ether.
Lots of good advice here and number 4 applies to many of the different pursuits of happiness out there. Wise words indeed from such a young man.
What a set of valuable advice. Thanks for the great content.
Point 4. No watch will complete you. Very true. But a Hermes Birkin will.
Ah man, don't do my man Archie like that hahaha.
V it's abit of both
Love it when ppl hate on Archie, end of the day the man talks the talk and walks it, he's original and down to earth. He is entertaining.
#3 is more than a watch lesson, it’s a lesson in life. Generally people get caught up in worrying about what others think. Most people have a life of their own, bills to pay, families to worry about, a job on their mind, their personal hobbies, etc. They don’t give a crap about you and what you are doing or wearing. You can’t depend on others for your happiness, be comfortable and find joy in your own life. Once you free your mind of this mentality, you will truly live and be much happier.
Just getting into the watch world and find your videos very insightful. Thanks
Hey Teddy! You are wise beyond your years. Great advice that applies to much more than just watches. I wish you all the best.
I’m so grateful for channels like these. I love watches & almost fell for the Vincero/Mvmt …movement…but I didn’t, thanks to you. For now the only “real” watch I own is the Bulova-made TFX that my company gave me for my 5 years of service anniversary. It’s not much but the “being happy with what you have” principle applies. I took some advice from a different vid about how changing the strap can make all the difference and now I really enjoy my little TFX. I’m saving up for something else. Thought I wanted a Flieger style watch but they’re so huge I decided against it. Now just looking for that subtle, minimalist casual/dress watch between 37mm-39mm. The search goes on…
Laco has some 36 and 38mm fleiger! Cheers
I just got a TFX from my company! 10yr anniversary
I think a great way to begin watch collecting is to start with moderately priced ones to get a feel for what you like. I have only owned normally priced watches and have been very happy with them: with the looks, the performance and quality.
I so agree with you on all these points especially 3&4. On point 6. I have bought and sold so many watches and then re-purchased the same model again and then sold them again. It's crazy, I'm crazy!
This is seriously such a good video. Again placing yourself above a lot of the other watch content creators out their.
So cool with the giveaways man!
Happy to do them!
Thank you watch TH-cam for stopping me from a vincero being my first "real" watch. My orient bambino on a steel strap is amazing
I learned many things from you. Kudos! From Philippines with Love!
One of your best podcasts very good points raised
Teddy,
Please do a state of your watch collection.
Best Video you have ever done. Collector since 63
Smart advice regarding vintage; I started modern (Nomos), and then did a ton of research and asking questions before taking the vintage plunge.
Fantastic! some very needed points made
Teddy, thank you for this video and sharing your years of experience on watches. I am getting closer to buying a good watch as a life long possession. Though others may find this humorous, I am approaching this purchase as I would buying a car: lots of research, listening to people who have good information, think about what I will find pleasing instead of the opinions of others, warrantee/ service afterward and examining the real deal when possible. Teddy, your videos have opened my eyes to several other brands I had not considered- I greatly appreciate that.
I totally agree, I find myself constantly watching videos and checking for the next best thing. I have been collecting for years and after I got a Breightling and Omega I was good for quite a while. But when microbrands like Zelos and Christopher Ward came along it was like getting hooked all over again because of the value at their price points. Am waiting on a new Zelos right now.... Lol
Zelos are very well made. I have a selita bronze Great White. Total dope.
I just got myself a mako v3 titanium. Such a dope watch
If these watches are so important to you I would have expected that you know how to spell Breitling, though.
Teddy- #3+#4 are real tough ones, but you are so right with this, pls continue
Great video with much needed advice. Every watch collector should see this advice. It could save a lot of frustration and money.