Talking Watches With David Williams
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- The Space Shuttle era was characterized by the emergence of the first reusable spacecraft along with humanity building the largest structure ever outside our atmosphere, the International Space Station. It was an era of incredible achievement. Collectively, the shuttles Enterprise, Columbia, Challenger, Discovery, Endeavor, and Atlantis orbited the earth 21,152 times and covered 542,398,878 miles. Astronauts from 16 different nations have flown on shuttle missions. Dr. David Williams is one of them. For the full story, go to www.hodinkee.c...
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He's not a collector just a guy whose watches are tools with specific memories attached. So refreshing.
This episode and the Moki Martin episode are two of my favourites for that reason! The stories about these watches make them really special.
Agreee
@@matt-lang when i saw this episode i dont know why i remember to Moki Martin episode. Now I know why :)
I think he IS the collector, a true collector. Not another detached from reality celebrity.
@@matt-lang Totally agree!
Ladies and gentlemen this video teaches us that value is not equal to money.
Amen
One of the greatest comments.
Here here brother
Those are all expensive watches...
@Itrap Lint The Seiko 6105 wasn't expensive at the time, it was a real tool watch.
Pilot, scuba diver, doctor and astronaut...this guy is a complete badass. Best episode ever!
such incredible stories. this guy has truly lived life to the fullest.
At first I thought, "This guy's so nice. His temperament is too good." Then I realized he's Canadian.
Not a single Ref. # mentioned, nothing about rarity or patina. Just good honest watches on the wrist of an interesting individual.
Much better than the usual nonsense.
Agree 100%. This guy's values come from within.
So what did you want to be when you were little?
"A doctor, a deep sea explorer, a pilot, a scuba diver, a flight engineer, a hospital CEO, and an astronaut."
Oh wow, what did you become?
"All of them"
Matt McLoughlin makes me think of Frank Jr. Abagnal. But here, it’s true.
Canuck pride here. :o)
That's so awesome. Great gentleman.
This is the go-to Guy for every situation!
You forgot 'skydiver'. What a life he has lived...
Best talking watches so far, you can actually feel this one ☝🏻
Mee too
Dear people at hodinkee.
This is how watches should be collected. This is how you should feel when you look back at watches. This is what watches truly mean. Doesn't matter if you're wearing a patek or a casio. You need to look back at it and be able to smile.
Regards,
A small time watch collector.
Hey Bighnesh. Are you from India? Which watches do you own? I'd love to look into pieces of Indian collectors
Seiko that went into the bottom of the ocean and went to space? Seiko needs to collab with this guy asap!
YESSSS
They've always let their watches do the talking.
That seiko is a one of a kind because of where its been!
I feel like Seiko these days are more into doing collabs with up-and-coming people instead of clouting off known records like this.
And to think it's just an ordinary Seiko at that. I think 🤔 I'd rather by William's Seiko than a Grand Seiko.
Can’t believe this was posted two years ago and I’m just finding it now in 2022. Will be one of my favorites.
This gentleman's humility is what made me watch all throughout the end, what a story.
Wow, without a doubt the best episode of Talking Watches
What an ordinary collection made extraordinary by an exemplary man, great episode and dare I say one of the greatest Talking Watches of all time. His collection is personal, relatable and there is meaning behind each piece beyond just it's monetary value, his collection is priceless.
Finally some normal and attainable watches with great history ! Love the insanely expensive watch videos but this one was most enjoyable and relatable. Thanks! Finally some Seikos!
Trent Armstrong - Agree 100% Seiko doesn’t get enough love from the big watch channels! I give them a ton of love on my channel!
Is this the first Seiko on a talking watches? And a properly used 6105 also!
Being a Canadian and and a passionate Seiko Collector, this is the best hodinkee episode in the history of Talking Watches. Being reminded that the watches are not only things to be desired but more importantly watches are tools to get work done accompanying us through our ups and downs and those cherished moments is just truly amazing. I have a collection of watches now but my father's seiko 5 superior still holds a special place in my heart.
Came for talking watches, stayed for philosophical, life enlightening stories
Honestly one of the coolest Hodinkee videos yet. This is what every watch collector, especially someone who collects 'tool watches', longs for. To develop a story, a connection, and a history with their pieces that add more value to them than just the sticker price. Not only has this guy lived an incredible life, but he brought all these along with him and they already mean more than the logo on the dial.
This is the best episode bar none. Actually got me into watches.
Such a humble, gentle, tough as nails guy....how could anyone not like and be totally impressed with this guy? After 56 years on this planet, I’ve still never met a Canadian I didn’t like!
one of the best episodes if not the one. Goosebumps.
The Seiko spacewatch. AWESOME.
Love lengthy semi biographical watch stories like this. Wonderful.
tool watches with priceless memories + astronaut/doctor/diver with a soothing voice = crazy good episode.
It's remarkable how Hodinkee is able to top themselves
It’s official, this guys is my hero
ohmyafy +1 - amazing story
Chris hadfield is mine
One of the best TW so far. Such a nice guy and such amazing stories. I want a X33.
A very humble and Interesting man,with great watches that serve their purpose well.
The stories alone make the watches priceless.
I also found out you have to have combined stories of an astronaut, doctor, diver, scientist, and pilot in order to get close to John Mayer’s talking watches episodes.
I LOL'd.
😂
"I remember thinking about my life in the sense of cosmic time." -David Williams
"This is the Nautilus I bought myself after I slept with Jennifer Aniston the first time." -John Mayer
The most incredible video Hodinkee ever filmed. I am astounded and really sitting speechless after hearing David.
What an amazing guy. These are the best kind of interviews. Kind, insightful and articulate.
So refreshing that he didn't once mention the resale value or scarcity of any of his watches...but instead spoke of the rare experiences his watches had shared with him.
Extraordinary man. I’m really moved by his words and the sheer scope of his life. Beautiful episode Hodinkee, keep up the good work.
This is one of the most emotional episode of Talking Watches. Thank you for sharing it with us
My deepest respect. The interviewer was excellent and the guest outstanding. Definitely in the top 5 TW
This is my favorite Talking Watches episode ever. Every single watch he own has a function in a story. Not just because 'it's beautiful' or 'i just like it', or 'i just have to have it as a collector'.
When he spoke of his parents while looking at his watch remembering them in space.... how cool can you be
This is so much more than just a “talking watches” this is a chance to talk with a man who’s quite possibly done it all. Thank you.
This is one of my favourite talking watches! Absolutely enjoyed how well spoken and humble this man is when telling his stories.
Like most people who do incredible things he is immensely humble. What he said about up there he realised he could see no borders and that we are in it together is something it would be good for some folks to pause a minute and take that in..
I could listen to David all day. This was an amazing episode, thanks for sharing.
Finally a person of interest on talking watches not a sport star or celebrity ,a person of substance and a delight to listen to, love the seiko watches not grand seiko just ordinary seikos which you guys never cover, more of this please.
Revisited this a year later and it’s still my fave episode
I honestly feel like this video deserves 10x more views than some of the other talking watches videos. It’s under rated and simply incredible with historical significance
When I saw this episode was nearly twice as long as other Talking Watches, I wondered why? Then the man started to speak and it all made sense. Best episode of Talking Watches in my opinion - a gentleman, scholar, astronaut, and a global ambassador for Canada.
Most underrated Talking Watches episode
One of the best " Talking watches " !!
Very emotional and thought provoking.
Best intro to any Hodinkee video ever. "Looking back at earth and you see no lines separating countries and that in fact we are all in this together". Incredible man with incredible stories who actually USED his tool watches.
What a great episode.
There should be more talking watches with professionals who really rely on these watches and less of watch collectors/celebs/fashion guys
100% agree.
What a truly inspiring man. Thank you Dr. Williams for your service to all humankind, and thank you Hodinkee for a wonderful interview.
Have seen all the talking watches 2 or 3 times but this one makes me smile when I'm in a bad mood.
This is what watches is all about ! Use your watches, make good memories, reach the limits.
There's an unveiling beauty in every watch that emerges only when you use it.
A perfect and very personal collection..If only he had a GShock as well !
This man is a true gentleman. Fantastic episode. Thank you for sharing your stories.
Damn, didnt expect this to be this good and interesting. Very nice and cool guy. The interviewer is lovely as well.
By far my favourite episode , gives a totally different insight into watches or whatever has meaning to you . It’s about meaning and memories , not about how rare something is or how collectible it is . Collecting things should be about you and not what others may think , otherwise it becomes more about what others think and not what you actually feel yourself.
More than the watches, his journey throughout his life is take breathing. Congratulations to Mr. Willians and the HODINKEE team for this absolutely talking watches episode.
Best episode so far. Exactly what I would expect from a Canadian...owner of what is likely the most accomplished collection of watches in the world today and he's happy to sit down for a chat. Truly refreshing.
One of the best Talking Watches episodes... EVER.
the best episode of hodinkee ever ! Incredible stories, it feels like im watching a movie just by listening to this interview !! almost shed a tear
Stories like this is why Hodinkee is the top website for watch collectors
Wow, by far the best talking watches I think I've seen. The stories with every watch are amazing
Back to watch it again. SO GOOD.
Excellent interview, the best I saw in Hodinkee by far. A man who lives to the fullest with a myriad of incredible experiences and how his watches relates to them, all well worn out watches. This is what collecting watches should be all about.
This is my favorite interview so far. I didn’t want it to end. Very interesting man.
I feel that watches capture the passage of time in your life. For every major milestone, a watch captures the moment and carries on with you.
This is by far the best episode of talking watches I've watched
Such a great episode. Deep, refreshing, and down to earth, not just “look at what I have”
This is the best episode so far. The stories attached to each watch are what make them priceless and unique...and that is the point. I could listen to David talk all day. What a humble man with amazing experiences to share :)
Renaissance man who speaks very highly of his wife. Kudos to him!
Love Hodinkee but this was next level. The way he speaks, questions asked, and collection was more like a lesson in philosophy/history&photography than anything else you guys have produced. So many people have money, these watches have had access to greatness and this guy... clearly cool under any situation. So cool to finally see a Rolex that is cool for a real reason. This is by far the most I've ever been entertained by a story about time pieces .
Makes me so proud to be a Canadian! Williams' combination of humility and joie de vivre just put a smile on your face.
Yeah, these types of episodes are so much better versus the fashion/celebrity ones. So much heart and character in this episode.
I think he eloquently described it’s not just about the watch but the stories you attach to it and the meanings they have to you. Nice!
Man, this episode made me smile a lot. Thoroughly good.
This was a great video about a man, who has a unique perspective on the world, and how we really are all one people.
Very cool interview and thank you for featuring him and his tools. Also cool to see that his go-to watches are both analog/digital quartz watches.
And, please correct the title of the video. His name is Dafydd "Dave" Williams.
Beautiful episode. What an inspiring life. Dr.Williams resumed well what watches should be and what sort of emotions and sentiments they can provoke on their owners. And his quote about the Earth is priceless. We are all in this together.
This man is the coolest!! such a great episode of this stellar series!!
A simple man, incredible achivements and a great story. No vanity, a rarity in the majority of this series. Best talking watches ever!
What a great contribution.
This guy is not just another celebrity which is willing to bulid up his ego by buying most expensive pieces. He is a true collector. He collects his tools and stories, there's no vanity behind it. He is genuine and I'd love to see more guests like him as I don't care about obvious choices of rich people.
Love the subtle drone music in the background. Fits this Segment really well.
You know, I almost didn't watch this video because I didn't recognize the name. Man am I glad I did, David is a fascinating person to listen to.
I love going back to watch these talking watch series. This is a fantastic story. Beyond the watches, awesome to see someone live such amazing experiences.
As a Quebec boy now living in Toronto I will bring my kids to this museum soon! Awesome talking watches!!
Dafydd is an incredible human being and maybe the definition of a super hero. Thank you Hodinkee for this great episode and thank you Dr. Williams for sharing your amazing memories with us 🙌
Easily my favorite Talking Watches episode... perhaps my favorite watch related video on the web. Didn't want it to end.
Wow! What an amazing guy. Reminds us all that it’s not the watch, rather the story and the memories that brings them to life.
by far your best interview to date!!! more like that please.
This is really emotional...what a fellow, a true gentleman. One of my favorite episodes ever, for any channel!
Such a humble collection, for such an accomplished man.
Hats off to this guy. What an incredible life.
what an amazing story and segment!
Wow, what an extraordinary person. It was so fascinating and inspiring to listen to all of his incredible stories. Hands down, my favourite “Talking Watches With” episode.
Hodinkee needs more episodes like this: cool watches and life stories. I just remembered Andretti’s episode.
I’d go as far as saying this is up there with one the channels best. Such a great narrator, I was encapsulated the whole way.
Absolutely beautiful film. This is the most beautiful and inspiring watch collection video I've ever watched. Diving deep into the essence of watch as a tool and a collection of timepieces with deep stories and memories beyond the shallows of luxury watch collecting for vanity.
Hodinkee, despite the awkwardness of the host, you've upped your game. The shots, the sound design, the graphics, the cuts, you've really made a well-produced film with a great story to tell. Thank you for showing this to us. Thank you for introducing David's watches, his stories, and his views. And thank you for going outside the cult of collecting watches as luxury. I hope to see more of this.
Happy Birthday, Sir David! This was truly wonderful and inspiring.
Awesome! It's not about the watches but the stories and memories of those who wore them...
Oh my goodness, best episode yet. My grandfather worked on a lot of those planes and this is in my home town in Hamilton, Ont. So happy for this release.
amazing stories, great watches that served the purpose and were not purchased to impress - great video
Cole did a great job. I love his questions. Very good 'Talking Watches.' Keep it up, Hodinkee!
I forget this guys name but I believe he’s Hodinkee’s best and most natural interviewer after seeing him several times. Plus he has an appreciation for all types of watches but loves Omega!
This Episode is so fantastic! Real Stories, Seiko ... great!!!
You did it again Hodinkee. Best episode so far! While I was watching this I had a greater appreciation for my humble G Shock which has gone with me around to world to time my photography exposures. It's the memories that you make with a watch that makes it truly great.