I Wasted Thousands Buying Watches! - My Top 5 Regrets - Rolex, Seiko, Omega & Breitling
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- I have wasted thousands of dollars on watches over the years and in an effort to try and prevent you doing the same, today I share my top 5 biggest watch buying regrets.
Join me in this simultaneously tragic and humorous look back at some of these big mistakes featuring brands like Omega, Seiko, Rolex and Breitling.
Please feel free to share your watch buying regrets in the comments section! I would really like to hear your advice too so we can try and help as many people as possible from falling into the same traps.
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My dad used to always say, "Sometimes the wanting is better than the having." He was right. I've experienced it several times! Great intro, btw!
I agree with your dad.
Spock said that to Stonn when he fought capt kirk for t’pring in Star Trek toc season 2 episode 1 “amok time”. “After a time, you may find that having is not so pleasing a thing after all as wanting. It is not logical, but it is often true.”
Wise words
totally agree.
Was your dad Spock?
You should rename this video to “confessions of a vulnerable and abused watch addict - a psychological case study into the pathological nature of watch addiction”
zcharg0 Harry Priceless!
My BIGGEST regret.....I'm 65 and I should have gotten into watches 50 years ago! Currently waiting on a 1971 Seiko 5. It's coming tomorrow! Love the videos, music and self depreciating humor. Thanks for sharing your passion.
Thank you for sharing that, it inspires me and hopefully with this youtube channel I might get the message out.
Congrats on the new Seiko, enjoy it.
Best regards,
TGV
Ouch
I'm 52 and been into watches since 1980. ( affordable mechanical watches since1985 ). ⌚️
Senn1971 Marlin I don't think getting into it when you're that young is viable because you'll end up spending a lot of money.
Senn 1971 that watch sucks
I use a sundial. These wrist gadgets are just a fad...
danfrisco so how does a sundial work at night? ....maybe point a torch at it or something like that...🤔
I bet he has a moondial as well !
You only use a torch if you want to change the time
Scuffedgodcx where can i get an Apple sundial...so I can listen to music and make calls and stuff?
@@dzeko1167 same place as you get automatic Apple watch....
You got some of the most creative intros on TH-cam hands down, respect.
Thank you, very much appreciated :D
Best regards,
TGV
I skipped it.
It’s so confusing
0:06 XD
Good judgement comes from experience.
And experience? Well that comes from poor judgement.😁
Love the humor you've been putting into these videos recently. Though I am not sure what the amazon echo thing was all about in the beginning, great vid as usual.
I watch your channel because I love watches, but your intros are becoming a reason to watch in their own right. Great video yet again. Thank you
Step 1: Buy 5k watch to show off
Step 2: Realize no one cares any more about it than a $100 Seiko and most people think you are a moron for buying a 5k watch
Step 3: Pick different hobby
Or
Step one : think you’re smart buying at $5500 a $6000 watch from a preowned dealer
Step two : realize that none of your friends and colleagues even notice it, and most the guys at the local Redbar wear cooler timepieces
Step three : after six months, bring it back to the same preowned dealer who generously offers $2400 for your precious watch
Step four : get awfully drunk
Step five : get the Damasko or the Sinn you should have bought from day one
Loving watches is not about others . Is about yourself.
One of the highlights of my morning is gazing into my watch organiser and going hmm, what should I wear today.. In the end, its about the pleasure it brings you to wear it.
Anyway, I often notice the only people who notice your watches are often just the sales staff at dealerships so they can determine what car, watch, bike they can try push you to buy.
@@PianxSya I like to set 2-3 of myAuto watches and run them against each other on my desk. To see who is ahead and who is behind.
I'm the guy who bought the $100 Seiko instead.
You know, just in case you wanted to meet me.
Incidentally, nobody thinks I'm a moron (except for some exes but that doesn't count).
Bro, you're hilarious, perfect timing, great editing. Love the Amazon skit. Talented man!
Dat intro! Lucky for me I started watching you before I invested a lot into watches so I didn’t loose too much.
I only wasted some $ on some fashion watches before but managed to sell them and got back a percentage.
Keep the great content coming !
Great intro. Thanks for sharing. Appreciate all the info you share, especially the stuff that didn't work out well.
The intro was very funny, but the bumpers were sneakily the best part
The Budding Watch Enthusiast u
Loved those B&W cut scenes in between the watches! So good! Keep it up!
Aloha from Honolulu, Hawaii Tristan! the intros are getting to be almost entertaining as the actual TGV program!
Thank you for sharing your stories of pain and suffering, thereby enabling your followers to benefit from your extensive experiences!
Another great video. Thanks for all you do to inform people about watches, you were one of my first sources of info when I started looking at my first vintage mechanicals.
Wearing my Speedy for July 21, watching your video, I am reminded of an old NASA saying;
There are two types of rocket launch;
1) Successful
2) Rich in learning opportunities.
Keep well TGV and I hope your move is successful.
Hi TGV. Very educational as always and thank you for sharing those experiences. The intro was beyond brilliant!
Thank you Jimmy :D
Best regards,
TGV
This channel single handedly made me fall inlove with vintage watches and seikos. Thank you sir!
I really appreciate your honesty, T. I have been in the watch hobby for years like you, and it's nice to see that we can all learn from our past experiences.
"If you have made mistakes, there is always another chance for you. You may have a fresh start any moment you choose, for this thing we call 'failure' is not the falling down, but the staying down." ~ Mary Pickford
Best intro in this channels history!!!
Thank you, I am flattered.
Best regards,
TGV
Thanks again for telling us about your watch experiences. Out of all the people who are doing watch videos the difference is you are humble, honest and real. That's why I believe we all subscribe to your informative watch videos. Thanks again.
New subscriber here! I just bought my first entry level automatic. I did all the research and all but it was your enthusiasm and passion for timepieces that made me pull the trigger. thanks for bringing positivity and a touch of class into the world
3:00 No5
6:25 No4
9:45 No3
12:00 No2
13:53 No1
An excellent video TGV. We have all lost out at some time or another. The trick is learn by your mistakes. Keep up the good work
Robert!
Wonderful to hear from you, I hope this finds you well
O&U old friend!
Thank you,
Best regards,
TGV
That intro and these transitions! 🤣🤣🤣 Hilarious, very well done TGV =)
Loved this. Then I saw the reference to "Bottom" and for me it became a classic. Well done sir.
The best video by far. I loved the content and especially the count down woes 😂 please have this as a recurring theme
Woman - "Alexa where can I buy a Michael Kors watch nearby?"
Alexa (TGV)- "Michael Kors? What a GHASTLY CHOICE!!!"
Paula Johnson You're a sad man.
Paula Johnson
Wow. Refusing to buy from a designer because he sells stuff to a controversial presidents wife. Petty. Shame.
Nothing surprising. Leftists usually have no clue what they shriek about unless they are told.
@@ElectronicSkateboard lol
So rude hahaha
P.S. I did dig the intro the second time around !!! The first time I DID think it was an add for google and muted the sound immediately. SO, well done. nicely complied!!! Cheers
I wished I had watched this video about 7 years ago and I would have avoided several things. I appreciate the humour, honesty, and willingness to share so that we can all learn. Well done!!
I wonder how TGV Alexa would response if someone asked for a Daniel Wellington watch.
Awesome introduction!
Roger Saborido ghastly!
The Alexa voice-over and the outro are priceless! "May I suggest reading a book?" 😅 I really appreciate the effort you put in your videos. Thank you for your honesty, TGV.
Regards,
Koen
Thank you Koen, always a pleasure.
Best regards,
TGV
That intro 😂😂😂 just wanted to say big thanks for all your content. New to this world and you've been extremely helpful. Keep up the great work 🤙🏽
Loved the intro, plus love these videos where even the experts tell of their failures. Makes them human.
A bit of self deprecation goes a long way, great vid
Great intro! You should come out with your own TGV device, perhaps named, The Good Sir.
“TGV-Good Sir, what is the weather like today?”
Good Sir-Bright and sunny. A good hat will come in handy. May I play Vivaldi’s Four Seasons to get your day going on a proper note?”
TGV I LOVED your Amazon mockery! that was great! enjoyed the video overall, of course!
Great video. Thank you for owning up to your mistakes. We all get burned or make bad decisions. Keep making great videos!
Absolutely incredible introduction, they keep getting better and better!!!
Thank you Owen :D
Very kind,
Best regards,
TGV
Wise advice. I myself have done much what you have and gone through back alley dealings. We live and learn, and we either get up and walk on or just lye by the way side.... Love the number one image! I feel like am back and work and shouting, CLEAR!
Love the intro Tristano, I'm chuckling away here in work at the moment. I could see it in your face. the difficulty you had making this vid and having to recount the desperate scenarios you've had in the past and I'm sure your not alone, sure I've had some horrors myself but best leave them in that locked box at the bottom of the ocean :) You touched on such a good point in relation to your Rolex GMT, sometimes the pleasure we get from this hobby is firstly the predatory search and research that we do online when looking for that next piece....then we pull the trigger and then the anticipation kicks in and the long wait for that day when you receive that package all wrapped up waiting to be opened, that excitement is just indescribable. So you get your watch and scratch the itch that you've had for so long only to find out that actually you were not that into the watch after all, this my friend is the biggest let down and its such a rollercoaster ride of emotions but at the end of the day we just can't get enough of it. Anyway just letting you know your not alone, I personally end up flipping 80% of the watches I buy...yes a total watch slut but I love it!
Good job. Nice tips
I've never heard of a grey market seller charging restocking fees when the watch is defective. That would piss me off beyond belief. I've only ever dealt with Ashford and Authentic Watches though. Never had an issue with either place.
Love your videos, great channel! Have been watching your older videos, great horological education! Just bought a Sinn 104 based on your review, first upscale watch, hope it’s half as good as you say. Now the hard part, waiting!
Cheers!
Quality intro! Really love all your videos man, your advice helped me decide on purchasing the Oris Diver 65 :)
The start was pretty funny lol
i dont even care about the video anymore iam just laughing my butt off because the things you do at the transitions XD
Great, great great.
You learn much more from mistakes than from successes.
Thank you
LOVE your humor. Good content, as always!
The intro? 🤔🤔🤔 Definitely outside the box today and priceless. You never cease to amaze us with your creativity. Thank you TGV. I must apologize to you, your explanation of the Breitling faux pa made me laugh. As a regular viewer of you and your cardinal rules of watch do's and don'ts. I was somewhat surprised that you went as far as selecting a 44 mm for personal purchase. Yes it is exceptional, but Priceless indeed. No regrets at this time. Lots of research and watching you. Keep up the good work Sir. 👍
Personally, I don't see size as an issue (am I a woman in disguise)? NO. I love large watches. No I'm not over compensating...I can assure you. Diver watches in particular ( I mean REAL ones - 1000m+) are always big. As a real diver I have to have that security....of being able to dive to 150m + and not worry....
Beautiful. The best intro so far TGV.
You are not just my best watch channel & a talented video editor, you truly are a great performer as well ;)
I love your intros you put much more effort in than other TH-camrs shows dedication I like that
felt obligated to comment how fkn hilarious the intro was 😂😂 cheers mate
"The Rosary!". LOL!
Thanks for being entertaining and honest, your intros are only getting better. On my end, no Rolex regrets (got my first, a Sub in 1984 and a Day-Date 3 years ago). Enjoy them daily by wearing them, which I can’t do with a car...keep up the good work my friend!
Thank you for all your videos! I was looking for a watch for a while and 2 of my friends recommended your channel. I`ve learned so much in so little time and it did change my view on many things, I had not heard of such things as "Fashion Watches" and "Dress Watches" up until then. Decided to buy a Casio Edifice Scuderia Toro Rosso EFR-557TR-1A for myself and a Omega GW00004B to my father.
Keep up the awesome work :)
My biggest regret was not buying the watch I love. And then it has been discontinued =((
that opening was the best!! may i suggest some Wagner...phhhtttt!!! i almost spit my coffee out at my computer screen on that one!!
very nice video TGV, keep it up! Thanks 4 the time and effort, al the best :-)
I had your GMT II experience with a Sea Dweller SD43. I was in love with the IDEA of the watch rather than the watch. It just didn't move me at all. In the end I sold it and got a limited Blancpain FF that I tried on at the boutique and fell in love immediately, to this day I still find myself staring at the watch on my wrist admiring it. It was a good move.
I love the Urban Gentry Alexa. Classic. Love these intros. I'm glad I'm not the only one making mistakes. I find hindsight is 20 / 20. Looking forward I'm pretty myopic.
Well done. Its All a "Learning Experience."
Thanks for the video, good fun as usual.
Got most my watches from the gray or used market. So far very few disappointments and dwarfed by the scale of the savings.
But then that's directly from Switzerland in most cases so that might help.
Cheers from Lac Léman and looking forward to the next video !
Very Helpful & Insightful,
Many Thanks, Peace From London. 👍👍
That intro was fuego
I suggest to stay off ebay! Deal with reliable sellers!
I watched the intro 2x and, what the heck , let’s see it one more time. It’s fantastic sir!
Hey just wanted to let you know that I really enjoy your channel. I found it shortly after I started getting into this hobby. I've learned so much from your videos and you are a joy to listen to. Always positive and informative. Keep up the great work!
Love the intro, that was funny 😆
Bill Gudeman was it? I just skipped past lol
Keep being yourself TGV, it makes for some hilarious content!
Great advices! Love the transitions HAHAHA
Fantastic show yet again!. Love the intro especially the story telling bit in the tent lol!. Sums up your enthusiasm for horology!!.
TGV: I would be interested in hearing your views on the bronze watches that seem to be de rigueur lately (it seems quite a few brands have models out). Personally, while I don't mind the look, I probably would not buy one. Would be great to hear your analysis, though.
I think they add a little bit of variety to an otherwise very boring/stagnant/uninspired industry nowadays. They're also a watch that gets more character as it is worn.
It is also a nice stop gap for those who want a gold watch but don't want the absurd cost of one.
'Restocking fee' should be a huge red flag. There ARE sellers that know perfectly well they item they're selling is flawed. And they'll make more profit in the end from selling the same item numerous times and adding up the restocking fees. You have to 'watch out' for these slimeballs. ALWAYS consider this when you see a 'restocking fee', no matter what the item is!
I'm actually not really into horology that much, but somehow I love watching your videos. Love your style and presentation! I'm a bit sad actually that your channel decided to be all about horology because I would LOVE to have videos about your other interests. Maybe some time again in the future? :) Anyways keep up the good work!
Just getting into watches myself, and Urban Gentry has become my go-to. I haven't spent enough money to have regrets yet, but I'm sure that'll change! Thanks for your passion and enthusiasm.
Lmao at that intro.
-Alexa, book me a flight from Berlin to London
-(reads in TGV voice) Right away. May I suggest the Messerschmitt 109? Lovely machine - personal favourite of mine.
LOL Best comment so far!
Thank you Dominic :D
Best regards,
TGV
Best intro ever
Best intro yet! Imagine, well-crafted humor on a watch channel. Thank you.
Hahaha 😂 intros getting better & better 😂 keep up the great work Sir / Tobias from Sweden 🇸🇪
Experience is the best teacher. I've looked closely at the grey market and made the decision long ago to always purchase from an Authorized Dealer. I realize that it is more costly but will save me heartache.
Yep, like Longines. Just did it 3 weeks ago. Granted, I DO live in Switzerland....
I fully agree with you, Rich Buddy. I am a relative newcomer to luxury watches. To my surprise, I have discovered over the last little while that there really is not a sizable difference in price between a used Rolex and one that is new. In fact, in recent months I have been pricing Rolex DateJusts and Explorers on Chrono24 often to find in some cases the asking price for a used Rolex more than the price of a new one.
first minute and a half......BEST EVER!
Your videos actually are my bedtime stories most of the time :)
Greetings from Switzerland
I just found your channel on TH-cam by luck tonight and I have to tell you I got the biggest laugh I have had in a very long time when you said you could not even talk about how much you lost on your Breitling from the gray market dealer. I am sorry to laugh at your loss but I just found it so dang funny. I cannot help your loss but I am going to subscribe to your channel so maybe in the long run you will get back a few pennies from me watching. Kept up the great work. Eric
You would be such an excellent voice for Jarvis in all the Iron Man movies!!
I love the numeral transitions. Filled with regret and remorse haha. Should be an actor.
I think your videos are always the ideal length. 10 minutes is not quite enough, and around 17-20 makes it feel like a TV series
The ability to not takes ones self too seriously is a mark of a man who is strong in his own belief and is steadfast in his own values. All the greats have been this way. Carol Burnett, William Shatner, and man, TGV you have that fun tongue and cheek humor. Keep it up! Best intro...
Video starts at 1:50
Who'd wanna skip that amazing echo part? You monster!
Ur not skipperino -.-
The video starts at 0:00 you philistine !
I have a citizen eco-drive, and the experience of having it makes me appreciate simple watches more
Love my eco-drive but still...
i have had my eco drive its rather a fancy one lol for 20 years still going strong my go to day watch :)
Great intro and that song is amazing! Trumpets galore!
The intro was amazing, thumbs up for you my good sir
The intro was so funny! Loved it!
So glad :D
Thank you Finn,
Best regards,
TGV
Great intro ( it threw me for a second lol )!- my biggest regret is having very little willpower with watch buying - may need horological rehab !
Haha, you and me both!
I think I might have to start an UG rehab ;-)
Thank you James,
Best regards,
TGV
Your Intro is bad ass man, keep up the good work!
No other channel out there with better intros. . . on point!
The Alexa intro was hilarious!