Skillfully done video. While watching your bit on the Glasshutte I was thinking, $10000 is not that much to spend on a watch that's so finely finished. Then I quickly came to my senses.
A $10,000 watch is without question a statement piece but when there are watches out there like the Wise, Longines, Mido, Ginault, etc. that are as finely finished for a fraction of that cost there is no reason to spend that much unless you are buying for the name.
As a new collector who is just getting started, I appreciate your balance of entry-level and advanced-level education. I also thank you for the range of watches you showcase, helping me determine the initial calculation for a newbie - two at one price range or one at the step up - which is exactly what this video was all about. The SeaQ is on the aspirational short list now.
When I saw the G.O up against the Black Bay I was worried that you might big-up the Black Bay as the best choice. Thankfully you double-emphasised the substantial step-up in superiority of the G.O and that made me very happy 🤓
I really like these watches, especially the Tudor. However, I bought all six Casio Duros, a Swiss Military Hanowa Neptune diver and a Citizen NY-0085 diver and payed approximately $800 AUD less than the the price of the Seiko for the lot. And they're all great quality watches 👍
I can appreciate the subtle differences that each watch has and what you get as the price increases. I think for me, I am not sure that these differences would be of great value. If I just saw the watches at first glance, I would probably pick the Tudor. Anyway, thanks for another great video.
Glad to see these brands getting some love. My pick would be the GO with the panorama date. Slightly bigger but with better power reserve and open case back.
Great video. Dive watch is probably the most versatile watch nowadays on the market. For the Seiko SPB line, I just got my SPB297 special edition and I loved the natural water wave dial, gives a bit of Grand Seiko feeling for the price of a Seiko. While I agree that the bracelet quality and diver's extension may feel less satisfactory compared to more expensive choices, I find the slightly dulled edge of the bracelet links gives my wrist skin better feelings than some other Seiko bracelets with sharper edges. Also, the dial size should fit a variety of wrist sizes, and thickness of the case combined with significantly curved-down lugs make wearing the watch quite comfortable. FInally, great lume just like many other Seiko watches. I highly recommend anyone with around $1,000 budget shopping for dive watches to take a look at this line.
There is not only diminishing return with a more expensive watch but also as your collection grows. I try to keep my collection as dense as possible, often selling a watch when I bought a new one, because it's much more enjoyable if you actually get to wear all of your watches regularly. I'm currently at 5 watches from which I couldnt bring it over my heart to sell one. But I also feel, 5 is a good number.
Eh, as you prefer ... I love having a large collection -- a few core watches that I wear frequently, and the long tail that only get worn occasionally, by which point I've probably forgotten that I even own the watch ...
@@halfsourlizard9319 hey man. To each their own. I was only talking about myself here. I think there shouldn't be such a thing like not-core watches. Otherwise they don't get the love they deserve 😉
The big collection is usually accidental. Watches that seemed like a good value, gifts, family heirlooms you can’t sell or give away. Then you turn around and wonder why you have 20’ 30, or even 50 watches. I am working on rotating less loved watches out of my collection.
One of the best watch review videos I have seen and an excellent review of one of my absolutely favorite dive watches -- Glashutte SeaQ! Great job, Teddy!
Lovely video, Teddy. The more I see these dive-watch value related videos, the more respect I grow for my Seiko 5 (SRPD 63K1) and Longines Hydroconquest with ceramic bezel. I think both these watches battle at least a couple of segments above their weight category. On the aspect of deriving value, there is a completely different kick one gets when he/she gets a quality time piece for lesser value he/she should be paying for! lastly - Your video on the Hydroconquest is a classic video on the timepiece.
I can't wait to finally get my hands on a Hydro. I've been eyeing one for months, and unlike other watches that I'll drool over for a few weeks, and then move on from, this one has remained on the radar. So it looks like it's passed that test at least, and might be worth the purchase. Glad to hear you've had positive experiences with it.
@@OneLordeAnimeClips you will love the experience. The only downside is that you may start considering the Submariner that much less of a deal because Longines has nailed almost all the specifications with the Hydroconquest. It's indeed a baby Omega, if I may stretch the imagination
@@Pushkar147 Eh, I love the Submariner, but I've never really wanted to purchase one. If I did have the budget for a dive watch at that range, I'd much rather go down the Glashutte route, or get a Blancpain 50 Fathoms.
Completely agreed. I find my Hydroconquest on my wrist more than I ever would have even thought. Great piece for the price. Im repeatedly baffled by its accuracy, running -0.25spd.
@@OneLordeAnimeClips I just bought the black sunray Hydroconquest ceramic as well. And it looks stunning, feels stunning as well especially the rotary bezel the clicks are so emminent & crisp without any drawbacks, truly love it so much I can't stop resisting the urge to wear it all the time (i work in construction, it's risky to wear such expensive watch). The only downside is the stainless bracelet clasp which is too old style & too hard to click or release.
Seiko Prospex Slim Turtle spb317 is also good for ~$1k. The crown is at 4 o'clock. The date window is hidden away at 4:30. Quite wearable - the thinnest prospex diver.
I bought Seiko SPB143J1 couple month's ago. I have Seiko Samurai, Sumos, MM200, but this watch looks three times more expensive than it is, and it's looks remarkably good with Hirsch Lucca leather strap. There is some kind elegance that I haven't seen a while on this price point
I love my seiko spb143 and I recently purchased the seiko sje093 (same price as the Tudor here) and I can tell you there is a major difference in finishing and movement. Both models are based on the original 62MAS but very different in execution. However, I still love my spb143 the same for a different purpose. I still want the Tudor BB54 which was a contender but but I need it a black and white colorway. However, for 10k the Sea Q is really competing with some major brands/options like the rolex submariner as an example which I would much rather have.
Once again, solid and wonderful video. One thing to also add to your videos on these price ranges, is to include the accuracy and also I think you should include service costs by manufacturer, or at least the industry standard "labor rate" for these.
Finally someone made a video that illustrates what you get at each level. Great work Ted. I still can't see myself paying more than $500 for a watch... unless I decide to replace my full collection for a couple of watches.
Look into Scurfa Diver One D1-500... they are great looking and very functional watches with a nice Ronda 7155M movement and CHEAP. there is no reason to pay 1000s for them.
@@wintermute8315 I'm sure it makes a difference... but as Teddy says in the video, the return over investment decreases considerably and prices go up. You might be able to convince me to get a watch for around $1,000, but it won't be an easy sell lol
@@thepoorhorologist Best buy for over 500$ right now is the Seiko Alpinist. Especially the reinterpretation. It comes with a great heritage, saphire, 20 bar water resistance, 70 hours power reserve, great lume and it's design make it a perfect all occasion watch. If you want to try it i recommend to see a green-dial version in a store. It's great. I have some really expensive swiss watches (vintage collector) but that Alpinist reinterpretation now get's the majority of wristtime.
I got the SPB239 plus the factory bracelet all for the price of $900 new. Was running +9 seconds out of the box, got it regulated after a month and now one of my most accurate watches in the collection. Also, it is an absolute strap monster cause it looks good on every single strap you throw at it. For $1000, you cannot get a better looking or rugged dive watch like the Seiko 63mas lineup, the MM200 also is a great option for the same price. Teddy, you should take a look at MM200 lineup especially the SPB299. Edit: The lume is superior and better than even my Pelagos 39.
@@gauravg789 I usually do it myself, I have a timegrapher since I quite a few watches in my collection and Seiko movements are easy to service easily if you know what you are doing. If yours is still in warranty, take it to your Seiko dealer and say the accuracy is out of specs, they would regulate it within minutes if they have a service room in the shop or they will send it to their service center. Or any local watchmaker who works on mechanical watches will be able to do it for you in few minutes, will cost you like $20 or little more.
I too really love the Polaris. I went for the SeaQ Pano because it had a longer power reserve, silicon hair spring and a few other details. JLC have since upped the game with a better movement with a longer power reserve. I still do not regret my choice as I I've worn the SeaQ everyday for over a year now. I'm totally addicted to the bracelet and I also love the fact that no one I've met has any idea what it is.
got the spb143 for my dad as a retirement gift and he loves it!! the sales person thought i was haggling (which i totally wasnt, i was just on a budget lol) so i got it $200 cheaper at $1000.
The Seiko SPB143 has tempted me more than once, but I've read too many horror stories of problems with the movement and deviation. Instead, my next dive watch will probably be the Longiness Hydroconquest.
Seiko doesnt regualte their watches at their factory but they will still be within specs. You just get it regulated it after a months of use and the accuracy can be easily within +/-5 seconds a day. Mine is running currently at +2 seconds a day, and it is been almost a year and works completely fine.
As someone who is quite literally wearing a SPB147 (Brown dial with gilt indices) right now and has had it for about 3 months now. The movement is not deserving of these "horror" stories you're hearing. Mine is running at +4 seconds a day. I get you're not paying for a "Luxury" time piece but take it from someone who had the Black Bay 58 and sold it after getting their SPB, it's a great buy. There's just something intoxicating about it.
I appreciate the content you put out. Most of the brands you talk about like Glashutte Original are hardly covered in other popular channels, and definitely you share them in your own way which is 💯. I have a soft spot for brands like Longines and Seiko and you’ve masterfully reviewed their recent models. I do hope you review the microbrand RZE from South East Asia where I’m from (ie check out the titanium workhorse Ascentus GMT). Sidebar: Mr Wonderful and your other collaborators are entertaining too! Cheers to your success and we will keep on watching!
In your previous videos, you say that finishing isn’t that noticeable to most people and I never understood the complexities of finishing or what to even notice until this video. Thank you for giving me a new perspective on what to look for when shopping for a quality watch
Glad you enjoyed it Nate. I would check out the video that we have coming out Saturday as we will be visiting a brand and they show much of their process. I think that will give even further appreciation and awareness of what to look for.
Yes! You get a like, Teddy! If I may suggest, one way you could have done this even more instructing would have been to point out those finishing details when talking about it. Either with a physical pointer tool or added graphics. And slow down just a bit. I bet many have a hard time following your rapid descriptions on the case finishings on the GO, for example. Many aren't familiar enough with the terminology. And some of us aren't native English speakers. I hope you consider it and also hope the analytics will show it's worth it.
Fair review with the seiko & Tudor however the GO is the 39mm with 42hrs of power reserve not 100!!! The movement, albeit better decorated, the Tudor has a far more robust & accurate movement…I know, I’ve owned both. The GO is best purchased used as it depreciates significantly.
Love diving watches, and thankful for Seiko Prospex lineup (mine is King Samurai one) for making me "dive" into these analog watches. And now owning Longines Hydroconquest too for more of classier option but still durable and longlasting battery life for below $2,000 swiss watch.
G'day Teddy! I hope you are doing well! I'm a big fan and I want to provide you with some general background of some possible future video ideas. Sailors have a couple niche markets. These two niches are race watch and then that Rolex Yacht Master. There could be another class of watches that could be made too to satisfy other categories of sailors, but more on that later. Firstly, my video idea suggestion for you is to do a deep dive in sailing/dinghy racing specific watches! I am currently looking to buy my first dedicated "race watch" and I am sure others are too as Spring or Sailing season is just around the corner. These watches have a setting to countdown pre-determined countdowns that start one after the other, adhering to specific racing start formats. To illustrate this particular function: Each countdown represents the start of a racing division to cross the start line. The race committee would sound a horn for racers to initiate their timers which could be the 5 min countdown for division C (the slowest boats) to cross the start line. Once the 5 min mark has been met these boats are allowed to cross the line to start. At the same time this first 5 min time has elapsed a second horn is sound to indicate the next 5min warning for division B boats (the next fastest boats)... etc.. etc... Since the race course is the same the staggering of times would allow all boaters to finish more or else at the same time since the fastest boats start the last they will make up a lot of ground during the race. Some quick googling has arrived me at this watch: The Citizen Sailhawk! I wish someone could review that for me!!! I'd be quite spoiled if you made a video about this. I believe this is the race watch I'll buy but could use your opinion on that. Moreover and anecdotally, I've noticed a lot of sailors end up buying a Ronstan ClearStart watch for this. There might be other brands specific for a watch like the sailing gear and apparel brand like Gill. Eventually, the raceboat itself may be equipped with a "Velocitek". Going back to the other niche market there is The Rolex Yacht-Master. It is like the ultimate trophy or symbol of success for a racing sailor who actually earned it as a prize winning. Here is a quote from the Fastnet website, "The main trophy for overall winner of the Rolex Fastnet is called the Fastnet Challenge Cup. There are however, an additional 30 trophies presented at prizegiving. The Fastnet Challenger Cup alongside Rolex Chronometer watches. One watch is awarded to the Cup winner and the other to the line honours monohull winner." BUT is that Rolex Yacht-Master practical for our purpose? Having done no market analysis I just have a gut feeling that this is an untapped market. Perhaps two categories under the heading of "The Practical Sailors Watch" could be made with category called "Coastal Water Cruiser" and category two be simply called "Blue Water" where the latter would have more functionality due to being so offshore. I would guess that these watches be priced from moderate ($500 USD) to high prices ($2000) with low volume of sales. Lower than this I feel I would be getting a heck of a deal. Currently, at the brainstorming stage here I just have will just let my mind ramble about this kind of watch design. Some examples of functionality that I can think of in this category off the top of my head are: (a) barometric pressure indicator to aid in weather, (b) clinometer (gimbled?!) to ensure ideal sailing hull angle, (c) GPS tracking function with waypoint settings for racing review and general navigation. (d) all the qualities that make a dive watch a dive watch to (1) dive to repair your boat and inspect the boat and actually diving to see the anchor or spearfishing or (2) last out in salty sea environments with extreme heat and cold (including Antarctic and possible crossing the Northwest Passage in the Arctic) and finally (e) some kind of emergency rescue beacon type system (RECON or SPOT or EPIRB functionality). Thank you for reading! I hope you've learned something new. With Great Honour & Respect, 🖤Sailing Black Lotus
TB love your work! Comparing along price lines provides something for ALL watch enthusiasts considering a purchase. There are certain watches I’ve earmarked for acquisition. I WIIL be buying them from your website to support the channel! On an unrelated note, I’d really like to see you do a Rolex only video. Because you do a great job accentuating ALL the brands you can, it would be great to see you return tho the layman’s status symbol for just a moment. I’d especially like to find out the Rolex that you prefer or wear regularly. All the best to you!
Excellent video, Teddy. Great choices in divers to illustrate the points. And, the increasing depth of coverage to do justice to the increasingly expensive watches was right on point. Appreciate the great education and insights 👍🏼
I just got the SPB185 and love it. All but one of my watches are dive watches so I am definitely a fan. So far it has been a great addition to my SBDC051, Oris Aquis, Tudor Black Bay 58, and SRPC91.
@@stocksxbondage If it is your first time spending over $1000 on a watch, I think the Aquis is a good buy. If you have been collecting for a while then you already know the Black Bay is one of the best bargains in the luxury market.
For entry level I think Seiko Samurai and Glycine Combat Sub are the best options. They have many dials variations. If you want to step up into a more unique dive watch I would say Alpina Sea Strong and Laco Squad dive watches are very unique.
Since you love Junghans I would love it if you could cover BOTTA Design. Klaus Botta worked for Junghans and is the founder of the company who invented the single hand wristwatch. I know him personally and I have to say he really puts his whole heart in his company and is a great guy. His Botta watches are very well made „Made in Germany“ pieces with great Bauhaus design elements. I would really love to see one of his watches on your channel someday.
I have been pining over the Omega Planet Ocean for over 15 years. I never hear you talk about it. I understand that it might be overshadowed by the Professional 300 which is an incredible watch at incredible value. In fact, my dad upgraded to a black dial Seamaster Professional a few years ago on my recommendation. Now that I am a 28 y/o with a great job, I will be able to afford a Planet Ocean. I have done so much research already but would love to hear you discuss the P.O. I know that it’s for the right reasons that I want this watch in particular and not a phase. I don’t want to buy something else merely because they are the “correct” purchase. The only downsides are the size (I have 7 inch wrist) so I would consider the 39.5 or 43, and the price in comparison to the awesome Professional 300. Thanks for the awesome content!
The Omega Planet Ocean Blue Dial 600m destroys the rolex submariner all the way side by side wearing it feeling it seeing it and I have both the Omega Planet Ocean 600m doesn't get much love and attention and praise from watch reviewers.
That's a great choice. I'm eyeing the 43 PO as well. It fits better, hard to explain,but it just does. The 39mm wears very small. Don't assume because it's a 39mm that it wears close to a 40mm. It almost wears like a woman's watch. You need to try it on. As for the SMP, It's a hard deal to beat. I just can't get over the over the top wave dial. The "old man" bracelet design doesn't help either. Its a bit too much going on for me. I can't see it aging well in 10 years. Just look at the 90s version, it looks well, very 90's lol. They should just have just kept a solid ceramic pattern on the dial.
Always very watchable, knowledgeable and I luuuurve the comparisons and details you bring to the layman. When go into jewelry shops I feel I have more of an idea of what I want from a watch and feel less intimidated by the store assistant even though that's probably not their intention.
I would said e.g. Mido Oceanstar gives you 80 percent of that what more expensive watches have. You still can buy 800-1200 pounds diver watch and just enjoying it.
I love dive watches. The style is great, but I really particularly find their overbuilt and waterproof nature to be quite a nice fit for my life. I have quite a few and have found my happy medium to be the Hydroconquest line from Longines. It’s a great daily wear piece for under 2k. I do wish the clasp was a little better at the 2k price point, that being said, you definitely get your moneys worth in the timepiece itself. -0.25spd out of the L888 is just fine for me out of any mechanical. Plus a silicon balance spring. Bracelet is quite comfortable and well done.. but have I mentioned the clasp sucks lol??
The Tudor (from a finishing perspective) seems like it’s MAYBE twice the watch the Seiko is. However the GO definitely feels like it’s triple (or quadruple) the watch the Tudor is. Another great video in a long line of great videos.
I love this video idea Teddy! It really helps me prioritize and compare with items I don’t know how if I’m not exposed to it enough. More like this in my opinion would be great, hope it gets the views to make it a sufficient investment of your time to make more!
The Glashütte SeaQ Panorama Date in black with textile black strap is by far my favourite diver. It is so beautiful, so elegant but yet so toolish. I can only dream of having that 12.500 EUR for it. Big love
Got myself the sbp 143. i wasnt planning on buying it since a it looks kinda boring in the official pictures and b it was „just“ 40.5 (im on the bigger site). Saw it in a window with lots of different watches but it immediatly mesmerised me. Bought it and kinda never put it of again. Its masterfully understated and looks different in any light. its not my most expensive one sure, but ill be burried with it!
Good as always, Teddy. But, the price tiers you're focusing on seem pretty random. There's just a whole lot in between. So many options, features that buyers may prioritize. Maybe a quick mention of 2 more choices in each segment of 1k, 4k, and 10k. I know you can't hit every nail in every vid but that's how I felt about this one. Much love.
I’ve got dive watches ranging from $50-$3500 but what’s funny is I’m actually a diver and I almost always wear a gshock when diving (along with my dive computer). The only dive watch I’ve actually dove with was my Luminox deep diver because like my gshock I know it can take a beating. It’s really easy to accidentally whack your watch against air tanks and other gear when transferring gear to and from the boat so I’m just not comfortable wearing my higher end dive watches when actually diving.
Facts- I hate Gshocks and dont own one because I think they are ugly, but nothing beats up a dive watch faster than sticking your hands into rocky holes in the bottom of the ocean while lobstering
Ain't nobody wearing 10k plus dive watches diving except maybe the ultra rich...my 20 year old g shock however is still taking a beating after all these years, under the ocean, skydiving..she has only a slight scratch on the crystal..otherwise, she is a beaut ..I'll save the nice watches for the after dive conversations
Hi Teddy! Great video. I have one quistion. How come and why is the hour hand on your SPB143 thinner and has a Sharp point then all other 62mas models?
Another great video with informative content. I would love to see this style video with a single brand, say Seiko, and compare the new Seiko 5, the turtle, and the padi, and see what your dollar is buying you. Also want this content with Nomos!!!! I am saving up for a Nomos club canvas but I always want more info
Thabks Teddy, but you can get a Seiko diver with a Springdrive movement, which will beat any Swiss- or German movement hands down, for the price of the Tudor.
Your videos are always interesting evenn when covering models I dont have any special interest in. Any chance you would look at damascene watches sometime? Would be cool to see some coverage of some of the important historical models which introduced new design innovations too. Some of the things they were doing 100 years ago were so impressive!
I hear some people here talking about how great the Seiko SPB watches are. I have both the 147 and the Tudor Black Bay 41. I truly believe that you should look into the quality that chronometers can offer.
Teddy my AD has multiple BB58s in stock. Every time you post a picture or a video of one I just go ahead and put another $100 aside. At this rate I should have one in my possession by May 😉
Without your detailed explanations I am unable to give the prices of this watch. Of course , i know some brand so i will try to make a ranking. My mother offer me "my first SEIKO in 1977" because i was graduate. The 3 watches looks nice . With your comments i understand why the third (german one) is high cost watches and what we pay for. Anyway you have convice me. If i want to by a dive watch , it will the The OMEGA seamaster (the blue one)
For less than the Tudor you can get a grand seiko 9F diver (SBGX335). Iconic movement that’ll last decades, grand seiko finishing and accurate to about a second a year. Beats these three hands down in every metric except it’s not an automatic movement.
You should look into making a video with those NYC watch flipper guys like John Buckley, or even grey market dealers like Roman Sharf. I know your forte is ADs, but would be cool to see the other side of the watch retail industry.
Hey bud, just giving you heads up. I have noticed there are fake Teddy accounts asking them to contact you on Telegram for gifts etc, you might want to address it in your next video so people don't get scammed. Awesome new vid :)
Doxa makes great dive between for similar price but aftersales service is a nightmare especially since Doxa doesn't have many retailers in most countries.
Hello Teddy, I've been a fan of yours since your Vostok video back in 2021, and have fallen deeply down the same rabbit hole as you and your followers. Yostok, Casio, Orient, Bulova, Hamilton, Rotary, Merkur, Shinola, Pagani, Timex, San Martin and Mondaine constitute my collection. My question to you is: If you didn't have any watches at all, which 3 (or 5, take your pick) would you choose? I ask, mainly, because, having about 50 watches and only 2 wrists, I would like some guidance on this matter, please. I dare say your viewers would, too. Keep on keeping on. Best. Mark - a Londoner living in Berlin. PS. Danke für alles.
Another 10kish usd watch is the bathsycaphe. The smaller bathyscaphe doesnt even have the hacking feature. I think the bigger watch brands like rolex and omega have bigger r&d budgets and consequently are able to update their technology more frequently? Some “high-end” watch brands have more than a decade old movements in their lineup..
Skillfully done video. While watching your bit on the Glasshutte I was thinking, $10000 is not that much to spend on a watch that's so finely finished. Then I quickly came to my senses.
A $10,000 watch is without question a statement piece but when there are watches out there like the Wise, Longines, Mido, Ginault, etc. that are as finely finished for a fraction of that cost there is no reason to spend that much unless you are buying for the name.
can't go wrong with the Seiko Prospex line. Love my Capt. Willard SPB151. Get compliments on it all the time!
I own the SPB143 for more than two years now and still absolutely love it
As a new collector who is just getting started, I appreciate your balance of entry-level and advanced-level education. I also thank you for the range of watches you showcase, helping me determine the initial calculation for a newbie - two at one price range or one at the step up - which is exactly what this video was all about.
The SeaQ is on the aspirational short list now.
When I saw the G.O up against the Black Bay I was worried that you might big-up the Black Bay as the best choice. Thankfully you double-emphasised the substantial step-up in superiority of the G.O and that made me very happy 🤓
That G.O does look very nice, bur I just can't get pass those hands though.... it looks really odd on the watch.
@zeroSOFInfinity: the SEAQ is essentially a tool watch and you’ll appreciate those hands at depth in silty water.
a sub is already a big step up from a BB, the GO is obviously another tier above Rolex
Imagine a watch with the snowflake from the bb and the arrow from the go. What an absolute atrocity ^^
Teddy, you are not only the best watch journalist, you are an educator! Thank you.
I really like these watches, especially the Tudor. However, I bought all six Casio Duros, a Swiss Military Hanowa Neptune diver and a Citizen NY-0085 diver and payed approximately $800 AUD less than the the price of the Seiko for the lot. And they're all great quality watches 👍
I can appreciate the subtle differences that each watch has and what you get as the price increases. I think for me, I am not sure that these differences would be of great value. If I just saw the watches at first glance, I would probably pick the Tudor. Anyway, thanks for another great video.
Glad to see these brands getting some love. My pick would be the GO with the panorama date. Slightly bigger but with better power reserve and open case back.
Great video. Dive watch is probably the most versatile watch nowadays on the market. For the Seiko SPB line, I just got my SPB297 special edition and I loved the natural water wave dial, gives a bit of Grand Seiko feeling for the price of a Seiko. While I agree that the bracelet quality and diver's extension may feel less satisfactory compared to more expensive choices, I find the slightly dulled edge of the bracelet links gives my wrist skin better feelings than some other Seiko bracelets with sharper edges. Also, the dial size should fit a variety of wrist sizes, and thickness of the case combined with significantly curved-down lugs make wearing the watch quite comfortable. FInally, great lume just like many other Seiko watches. I highly recommend anyone with around $1,000 budget shopping for dive watches to take a look at this line.
There is not only diminishing return with a more expensive watch but also as your collection grows. I try to keep my collection as dense as possible, often selling a watch when I bought a new one, because it's much more enjoyable if you actually get to wear all of your watches regularly. I'm currently at 5 watches from which I couldnt bring it over my heart to sell one. But I also feel, 5 is a good number.
If you can keep your total watches to 5 you are doing better than most. This hobby has the potential to get out of control.
Eh, as you prefer ... I love having a large collection -- a few core watches that I wear frequently, and the long tail that only get worn occasionally, by which point I've probably forgotten that I even own the watch ...
@@halfsourlizard9319 hey man. To each their own. I was only talking about myself here. I think there shouldn't be such a thing like not-core watches. Otherwise they don't get the love they deserve 😉
@@martintanz9098 word. Sometimes it's healthy not being able to buy everything you see and like.
The big collection is usually accidental. Watches that seemed like a good value, gifts, family heirlooms you can’t sell or give away. Then you turn around and wonder why you have 20’ 30, or even 50 watches.
I am working on rotating less loved watches out of my collection.
One of the best watch review videos I have seen and an excellent review of one of my absolutely favorite dive watches -- Glashutte SeaQ! Great job, Teddy!
Lovely video, Teddy. The more I see these dive-watch value related videos, the more respect I grow for my Seiko 5 (SRPD 63K1) and Longines Hydroconquest with ceramic bezel. I think both these watches battle at least a couple of segments above their weight category. On the aspect of deriving value, there is a completely different kick one gets when he/she gets a quality time piece for lesser value he/she should be paying for!
lastly - Your video on the Hydroconquest is a classic video on the timepiece.
I can't wait to finally get my hands on a Hydro. I've been eyeing one for months, and unlike other watches that I'll drool over for a few weeks, and then move on from, this one has remained on the radar. So it looks like it's passed that test at least, and might be worth the purchase. Glad to hear you've had positive experiences with it.
@@OneLordeAnimeClips you will love the experience. The only downside is that you may start considering the Submariner that much less of a deal because Longines has nailed almost all the specifications with the Hydroconquest. It's indeed a baby Omega, if I may stretch the imagination
@@Pushkar147 Eh, I love the Submariner, but I've never really wanted to purchase one. If I did have the budget for a dive watch at that range, I'd much rather go down the Glashutte route, or get a Blancpain 50 Fathoms.
Completely agreed. I find my Hydroconquest on my wrist more than I ever would have even thought. Great piece for the price. Im repeatedly baffled by its accuracy, running -0.25spd.
@@OneLordeAnimeClips I just bought the black sunray Hydroconquest ceramic as well. And it looks stunning, feels stunning as well especially the rotary bezel the clicks are so emminent & crisp without any drawbacks, truly love it so much I can't stop resisting the urge to wear it all the time (i work in construction, it's risky to wear such expensive watch). The only downside is the stainless bracelet clasp which is too old style & too hard to click or release.
Seiko Prospex Slim Turtle spb317 is also good for ~$1k. The crown is at 4 o'clock. The date window is hidden away at 4:30. Quite wearable - the thinnest prospex diver.
I bought Seiko SPB143J1 couple month's ago. I have Seiko Samurai, Sumos, MM200, but this watch looks three times more expensive than it is, and it's looks remarkably good with Hirsch Lucca leather strap. There is some kind elegance that I haven't seen a while on this price point
I love my seiko spb143 and I recently purchased the seiko sje093 (same price as the Tudor here) and I can tell you there is a major difference in finishing and movement. Both models are based on the original 62MAS but very different in execution. However, I still love my spb143 the same for a different purpose. I still want the Tudor BB54 which was a contender but but I need it a black and white colorway. However, for 10k the Sea Q is really competing with some major brands/options like the rolex submariner as an example which I would much rather have.
Once again, solid and wonderful video. One thing to also add to your videos on these price ranges, is to include the accuracy and also I think you should include service costs by manufacturer, or at least the industry standard "labor rate" for these.
Great video, you could have put the $6500 Seamaster 300 in between the Tudor and the OG.
I own a Black Bay and a Panorama Date.....I have no regrets buying the GO.... It's fantastic !!
Finally someone made a video that illustrates what you get at each level. Great work Ted. I still can't see myself paying more than $500 for a watch... unless I decide to replace my full collection for a couple of watches.
Look into Scurfa Diver One D1-500... they are great looking and very functional watches with a nice Ronda 7155M movement and CHEAP. there is no reason to pay 1000s for them.
I thought the same, until I got an SPB. It makes the rest of my Seikos feel like toys in comparison.
@@wintermute8315 I'm sure it makes a difference... but as Teddy says in the video, the return over investment decreases considerably and prices go up. You might be able to convince me to get a watch for around $1,000, but it won't be an easy sell lol
@@thepoorhorologist Best buy for over 500$ right now is the Seiko Alpinist. Especially the reinterpretation. It comes with a great heritage, saphire, 20 bar water resistance, 70 hours power reserve, great lume and it's design make it a perfect all occasion watch. If you want to try it i recommend to see a green-dial version in a store. It's great. I have some really expensive swiss watches (vintage collector) but that Alpinist reinterpretation now get's the majority of wristtime.
I picked up a used spb147 for under 500, which makes it amazing value
I got the SPB239 plus the factory bracelet all for the price of $900 new. Was running +9 seconds out of the box, got it regulated after a month and now one of my most accurate watches in the collection. Also, it is an absolute strap monster cause it looks good on every single strap you throw at it. For $1000, you cannot get a better looking or rugged dive watch like the Seiko 63mas lineup, the MM200 also is a great option for the same price. Teddy, you should take a look at MM200 lineup especially the SPB299.
Edit: The lume is superior and better than even my Pelagos 39.
How did you get it regulated ?
@@gauravg789 I usually do it myself, I have a timegrapher since I quite a few watches in my collection and Seiko movements are easy to service easily if you know what you are doing. If yours is still in warranty, take it to your Seiko dealer and say the accuracy is out of specs, they would regulate it within minutes if they have a service room in the shop or they will send it to their service center. Or any local watchmaker who works on mechanical watches will be able to do it for you in few minutes, will cost you like $20 or little more.
The 3 watches I'd choose are the Seiko Marinemaster 300, Omega Seamaster 300 m and the Jaeger LeCoultre Polaris.
I too really love the Polaris. I went for the SeaQ Pano because it had a longer power reserve, silicon hair spring and a few other details. JLC have since upped the game with a better movement with a longer power reserve. I still do not regret my choice as I I've worn the SeaQ everyday for over a year now. I'm totally addicted to the bracelet and I also love the fact that no one I've met has any idea what it is.
got the spb143 for my dad as a retirement gift and he loves it!! the sales person thought i was haggling (which i totally wasnt, i was just on a budget lol) so i got it $200 cheaper at $1000.
The Seiko SPB143 has tempted me more than once, but I've read too many horror stories of problems with the movement and deviation. Instead, my next dive watch will probably be the Longiness Hydroconquest.
Seiko doesnt regualte their watches at their factory but they will still be within specs. You just get it regulated it after a months of use and the accuracy can be easily within +/-5 seconds a day. Mine is running currently at +2 seconds a day, and it is been almost a year and works completely fine.
If you already have a prospex Seiko, I’d personally save a few hundred and do the Hydro.
bought the SPB143 6 months ago, no issues.
I couldn´t care less about the movement.
The desing alone made me buy it.
Best one in the diver catergory imo, regardless of the price.
As someone who is quite literally wearing a SPB147 (Brown dial with gilt indices) right now and has had it for about 3 months now. The movement is not deserving of these "horror" stories you're hearing. Mine is running at +4 seconds a day. I get you're not paying for a "Luxury" time piece but take it from someone who had the Black Bay 58 and sold it after getting their SPB, it's a great buy. There's just something intoxicating about it.
I appreciate the content you put out. Most of the brands you talk about like Glashutte Original are hardly covered in other popular channels, and definitely you share them in your own way which is 💯. I have a soft spot for brands like Longines and Seiko and you’ve masterfully reviewed their recent models. I do hope you review the microbrand RZE from South East Asia where I’m from (ie check out the titanium workhorse Ascentus GMT). Sidebar: Mr Wonderful and your other collaborators are entertaining too! Cheers to your success and we will keep on watching!
In your previous videos, you say that finishing isn’t that noticeable to most people and I never understood the complexities of finishing or what to even notice until this video. Thank you for giving me a new perspective on what to look for when shopping for a quality watch
Glad you enjoyed it Nate. I would check out the video that we have coming out Saturday as we will be visiting a brand and they show much of their process. I think that will give even further appreciation and awareness of what to look for.
Yes! You get a like, Teddy! If I may suggest, one way you could have done this even more instructing would have been to point out those finishing details when talking about it. Either with a physical pointer tool or added graphics. And slow down just a bit. I bet many have a hard time following your rapid descriptions on the case finishings on the GO, for example. Many aren't familiar enough with the terminology. And some of us aren't native English speakers. I hope you consider it and also hope the analytics will show it's worth it.
Fair review with the seiko & Tudor however the GO is the 39mm with 42hrs of power reserve not 100!!! The movement, albeit better decorated, the Tudor has a far more robust & accurate movement…I know, I’ve owned both. The GO is best purchased used as it depreciates significantly.
Love diving watches, and thankful for Seiko Prospex lineup (mine is King Samurai one) for making me "dive" into these analog watches. And now owning Longines Hydroconquest too for more of classier option but still durable and longlasting battery life for below $2,000 swiss watch.
Timestamps!
1:20 - Seiko SPB143
3:40 - Tudor Black Bay
6:10 - Glashütte Original SeaQ
G'day Teddy!
I hope you are doing well! I'm a big fan and I want to provide you with some general background of some possible future video ideas.
Sailors have a couple niche markets. These two niches are race watch and then that Rolex Yacht Master. There could be another class of watches that could be made too to satisfy other categories of sailors, but more on that later.
Firstly, my video idea suggestion for you is to do a deep dive in sailing/dinghy racing specific watches! I am currently looking to buy my first dedicated "race watch" and I am sure others are too as Spring or Sailing season is just around the corner. These watches have a setting to countdown pre-determined countdowns that start one after the other, adhering to specific racing start formats. To illustrate this particular function: Each countdown represents the start of a racing division to cross the start line. The race committee would sound a horn for racers to initiate their timers which could be the 5 min countdown for division C (the slowest boats) to cross the start line. Once the 5 min mark has been met these boats are allowed to cross the line to start. At the same time this first 5 min time has elapsed a second horn is sound to indicate the next 5min warning for division B boats (the next fastest boats)... etc.. etc... Since the race course is the same the staggering of times would allow all boaters to finish more or else at the same time since the fastest boats start the last they will make up a lot of ground during the race.
Some quick googling has arrived me at this watch: The Citizen Sailhawk! I wish someone could review that for me!!! I'd be quite spoiled if you made a video about this. I believe this is the race watch I'll buy but could use your opinion on that. Moreover and anecdotally, I've noticed a lot of sailors end up buying a Ronstan ClearStart watch for this. There might be other brands specific for a watch like the sailing gear and apparel brand like Gill. Eventually, the raceboat itself may be equipped with a "Velocitek".
Going back to the other niche market there is The Rolex Yacht-Master. It is like the ultimate trophy or symbol of success for a racing sailor who actually earned it as a prize winning. Here is a quote from the Fastnet website, "The main trophy for overall winner of the Rolex Fastnet is called the Fastnet Challenge Cup. There are however, an additional 30 trophies presented at prizegiving. The Fastnet Challenger Cup alongside Rolex Chronometer watches. One watch is awarded to the Cup winner and the other to the line honours monohull winner."
BUT is that Rolex Yacht-Master practical for our purpose? Having done no market analysis I just have a gut feeling that this is an untapped market. Perhaps two categories under the heading of "The Practical Sailors Watch" could be made with category called "Coastal Water Cruiser" and category two be simply called "Blue Water" where the latter would have more functionality due to being so offshore. I would guess that these watches be priced from moderate ($500 USD) to high prices ($2000) with low volume of sales. Lower than this I feel I would be getting a heck of a deal.
Currently, at the brainstorming stage here I just have will just let my mind ramble about this kind of watch design. Some examples of functionality that I can think of in this category off the top of my head are: (a) barometric pressure indicator to aid in weather, (b) clinometer (gimbled?!) to ensure ideal sailing hull angle, (c) GPS tracking function with waypoint settings for racing review and general navigation. (d) all the qualities that make a dive watch a dive watch to (1) dive to repair your boat and inspect the boat and actually diving to see the anchor or spearfishing or (2) last out in salty sea environments with extreme heat and cold (including Antarctic and possible crossing the Northwest Passage in the Arctic) and finally (e) some kind of emergency rescue beacon type system (RECON or SPOT or EPIRB functionality).
Thank you for reading! I hope you've learned something new.
With Great Honour & Respect,
🖤Sailing Black Lotus
Awesome video Teddy. I enjoyed the video as always. Love from Singapore! 👏🏼
As always, another great educational and informative video.
TB love your work! Comparing along price lines provides something for ALL watch enthusiasts considering a purchase. There are certain watches I’ve earmarked for acquisition. I WIIL be buying them from your website to support the channel! On an unrelated note, I’d really like to see you do a Rolex only video. Because you do a great job accentuating ALL the brands you can, it would be great to see you return tho the layman’s status symbol for just a moment. I’d especially like to find out the Rolex that you prefer or wear regularly. All the best to you!
Excellent video, Teddy. Great choices in divers to illustrate the points. And, the increasing depth of coverage to do justice to the increasingly expensive watches was right on point. Appreciate the great education and insights 👍🏼
I just got the SPB185 and love it. All but one of my watches are dive watches so I am definitely a fan. So far it has been a great addition to my SBDC051, Oris Aquis, Tudor Black Bay 58, and SRPC91.
Aquis or BB58? 🎤
@@stocksxbondage If it is your first time spending over $1000 on a watch, I think the Aquis is a good buy. If you have been collecting for a while then you already know the Black Bay is one of the best bargains in the luxury market.
For entry level I think Seiko Samurai and Glycine Combat Sub are the best options. They have many dials variations. If you want to step up into a more unique dive watch I would say Alpina Sea Strong and Laco Squad dive watches are very unique.
This was a good theme. I would definitely like to see more of these. But then again, I think I watch every video of yours.
Since you love Junghans I would love it if you could cover BOTTA Design. Klaus Botta worked for Junghans and is the founder of the company who invented the single hand wristwatch. I know him personally and I have to say he really puts his whole heart in his company and is a great guy. His Botta watches are very well made „Made in Germany“ pieces with great Bauhaus design elements. I would really love to see one of his watches on your channel someday.
I have been pining over the Omega Planet Ocean for over 15 years. I never hear you talk about it. I understand that it might be overshadowed by the Professional 300 which is an incredible watch at incredible value. In fact, my dad upgraded to a black dial Seamaster Professional a few years ago on my recommendation.
Now that I am a 28 y/o with a great job, I will be able to afford a Planet Ocean. I have done so much research already but would love to hear you discuss the P.O. I know that it’s for the right reasons that I want this watch in particular and not a phase. I don’t want to buy something else merely because they are the “correct” purchase. The only downsides are the size (I have 7 inch wrist) so I would consider the 39.5 or 43, and the price in comparison to the awesome Professional 300. Thanks for the awesome content!
I've had a PO for a few years now and much prefer it to the Professional 300. I think it has a more timeless design.
The Omega Planet Ocean Blue Dial 600m destroys the rolex submariner all the way side by side wearing it feeling it seeing it and I have both the Omega Planet Ocean 600m doesn't get much love and attention and praise from watch reviewers.
@@richardbosh4522 right!? The reviews that exist praise it but the watch doesn’t get the attention it deserves.
That's a great choice. I'm eyeing the 43 PO as well. It fits better, hard to explain,but it just does. The 39mm wears very small. Don't assume because it's a 39mm that it wears close to a 40mm. It almost wears like a woman's watch. You need to try it on. As for the SMP, It's a hard deal to beat. I just can't get over the over the top wave dial. The "old man" bracelet design doesn't help either. Its a bit too much going on for me. I can't see it aging well in 10 years. Just look at the 90s version, it looks well, very 90's lol. They should just have just kept a solid ceramic pattern on the dial.
@@nightstalker824 Definitely trying each size on again before making the call. 👍
An excellent video, Teddy and a question I’ve often asked. Would love to see more content in this format!
Great intro into the different categories of divers!
Great comparison, Teddy. I only miss the Lorier Neptune, as a $500 contender would add to the content.
And a $100 Invicta diver.
I love my Lorier Neptune.
Agreed. Just wish they'd bring them back in blue dial for the series IV
@@martintanz9098 good to know, Sir. someday I'll bite the bullet and get myself one
Always very watchable, knowledgeable and I luuuurve the comparisons and details you bring to the layman. When go into jewelry shops I feel I have more of an idea of what I want from a watch and feel less intimidated by the store assistant even though that's probably not their intention.
Fantastic trio of divers. Love them all...keep 'em coming Teddy. Great content!!
Did you really say, "Nifty"? 😄 I tease. I really dig your well-balanced and informed commentary.
Great vid Ted! So glad you did not splurge the 'R' watch! Well played buddy!
I would said e.g. Mido Oceanstar gives you 80 percent of that what more expensive watches have. You still can buy 800-1200 pounds diver watch and just enjoying it.
Agree i recently bought an Mido Ocean Star and will say finishing is top notch, also, the accuracy is insane for the money.
I go free diving with my 11610 sub sometimes, and other times my cheap Casio. Both work great
I love dive watches. The style is great, but I really particularly find their overbuilt and waterproof nature to be quite a nice fit for my life. I have quite a few and have found my happy medium to be the Hydroconquest line from Longines. It’s a great daily wear piece for under 2k. I do wish the clasp was a little better at the 2k price point, that being said, you definitely get your moneys worth in the timepiece itself. -0.25spd out of the L888 is just fine for me out of any mechanical. Plus a silicon balance spring. Bracelet is quite comfortable and well done.. but have I mentioned the clasp sucks lol??
I’ve got a BB58 blue & I love it, but that GO is amazing!
The Tudor (from a finishing perspective) seems like it’s MAYBE twice the watch the Seiko is. However the GO definitely feels like it’s triple (or quadruple) the watch the Tudor is. Another great video in a long line of great videos.
If you think that the Seiko is that close to theTudor then you obviously don't know much about either brand.
@@roybatty4687 I’d like to congratulate you on missing the point. Good job!
Teddy at it again excellent video.
Keep up the great work Teddy. Is it possible to do a video on the best for price quartz gmt watches?
Teddy’s budget is on another level.
Brilliant communicator & educator 👍
Love the videos man! You’ve saved me lots of $ with your experience and content
I love this video idea Teddy! It really helps me prioritize and compare with items I don’t know how if I’m not exposed to it enough. More like this in my opinion would be great, hope it gets the views to make it a sufficient investment of your time to make more!
The Glashütte SeaQ Panorama Date in black with textile black strap is by far my favourite diver. It is so beautiful, so elegant but yet so toolish. I can only dream of having that 12.500 EUR for it. Big love
Love your topics man keep them coming
Got myself the sbp 143. i wasnt planning on buying it since a it looks kinda boring in the official pictures and b it was „just“ 40.5 (im on the bigger site). Saw it in a window with lots of different watches but it immediatly mesmerised me.
Bought it and kinda never put it of again.
Its masterfully understated and looks different in any light. its not my most expensive one sure, but ill be burried with it!
57 best dive watches for 2023.... OMG, I just started collecting....and I love dive watches....I start with the Duro
Excellent video, for me there’s no way to rationalize, it’s a matter of passion, desires and madness! Keep the good work my friend!
Luckily, there's no *need* to rationalise: I buy/own what I enjoy. Good luck arguing against that ;~P
Always amazing content.
Good as always, Teddy. But, the price tiers you're focusing on seem pretty random. There's just a whole lot in between. So many options, features that buyers may prioritize. Maybe a quick mention of 2 more choices in each segment of 1k, 4k, and 10k. I know you can't hit every nail in every vid but that's how I felt about this one. Much love.
Would love to see this type of video comparing brands, other types of watches, other price points, and even jp vs swiss made.
I’ve got dive watches ranging from $50-$3500 but what’s funny is I’m actually a diver and I almost always wear a gshock when diving (along with my dive computer). The only dive watch I’ve actually dove with was my Luminox deep diver because like my gshock I know it can take a beating. It’s really easy to accidentally whack your watch against air tanks and other gear when transferring gear to and from the boat so I’m just not comfortable wearing my higher end dive watches when actually diving.
Facts- I hate Gshocks and dont own one because I think they are ugly, but nothing beats up a dive watch faster than sticking your hands into rocky holes in the bottom of the ocean while lobstering
Ain't nobody wearing 10k plus dive watches diving except maybe the ultra rich...my 20 year old g shock however is still taking a beating after all these years, under the ocean, skydiving..she has only a slight scratch on the crystal..otherwise, she is a beaut ..I'll save the nice watches for the after dive conversations
@@ASouthernBoyCanSurvive some navy seals would disagree
@@ayda2876 I'm sure SEALS are running around with their Rolex in combat..hahaha doubt it
@@ASouthernBoyCanSurvive some of them have Tudor's rolex's omega's yes
Really liked this video idea. Very interesting
Im tempted to get the Seiko
I would consider including the Certina DS Action Diver (300 mtrs diver cheaper than the Seiko), and the Longines Hydroconquest and the Zulu Spirit
You can even consider the Casio Duro but thats not the point. Longines Hydroconquest is a king watch nevertheless
Hi Teddy! Great video. I have one quistion. How come and why is the hour hand on your SPB143 thinner and has a Sharp point then all other 62mas models?
Could be a newer version, could be something else...
I love my Casio duro. I’m not a diver, but I do wear it in the pool. It runs perfectly. I like knowing if it fails I’m out $45.
Another great video with informative content. I would love to see this style video with a single brand, say Seiko, and compare the new Seiko 5, the turtle, and the padi, and see what your dollar is buying you.
Also want this content with Nomos!!!! I am saving up for a Nomos club canvas but I always want more info
Thabks Teddy, but you can get a Seiko diver with a Springdrive movement, which will beat any Swiss- or German movement hands down, for the price of the Tudor.
GO is a work of art, had to get the panorama date to see the highly finished movement...and it's 100 hour power reserve, double my Omega.
I take my BB58 in the ocean, pool, etc. I’m pretty rough with it and it looks and runs flawlessly. Love it.
The BB 58 sides scratch by just looking at them.
I always enjoy the videos of “Tudor Teddy.”
Your videos are always interesting evenn when covering models I dont have any special interest in. Any chance you would look at damascene watches sometime? Would be cool to see some coverage of some of the important historical models which introduced new design innovations too. Some of the things they were doing 100 years ago were so impressive!
Thanks for your insight! 🙂👍🏼
Love the GO I want the green version. Already the bb58 and it I so good for the money.
i love this video teddy! thank you
I really enjoyed this video 👏
very much like this new series and am interested to see more come out
I hear some people here talking about how great the Seiko SPB watches are. I have both the 147 and the Tudor Black Bay 41. I truly believe that you should look into the quality that chronometers can offer.
What do you prefer ? Do you plan on keeping both ?
I like the tudor, I am shopping for one. But that glashutte is nice.
Teddy my AD has multiple BB58s in stock. Every time you post a picture or a video of one I just go ahead and put another $100 aside. At this rate I should have one in my possession by May 😉
Without your detailed explanations I am unable to give the prices of this watch. Of course , i know some brand so i will try to make a ranking. My mother offer me "my first SEIKO in 1977" because i was graduate. The 3 watches looks nice . With your comments i understand why the third (german one) is high cost watches and what we pay for. Anyway you have convice me. If i want to by a dive watch , it will the The OMEGA seamaster (the blue one)
Hi Teddy!! Very nice educational video, thanks
Good review as always, Teddy…
If I may suggest, it will be much better if you show at least two models with different wrist size for each watch.
Hey Teddy, love your videos. I know it doesn’t fit in to this particular video but I’m surprised to see you haven’t reviewed any Helm watches yet?
For less than the Tudor you can get a grand seiko 9F diver (SBGX335). Iconic movement that’ll last decades, grand seiko finishing and accurate to about a second a year. Beats these three hands down in every metric except it’s not an automatic movement.
Never been this early to a Teddy video!
Tudor BB GMT is my favourite dive watch. However, that GO is lovely!
Tudor BB GMT isn't a dive watch
You should look into making a video with those NYC watch flipper guys like John Buckley, or even grey market dealers like Roman Sharf. I know your forte is ADs, but would be cool to see the other side of the watch retail industry.
I have the black version of that Seiko. It’s all I need but a finer chronometer movement would be nice.
Hey bud, just giving you heads up. I have noticed there are fake Teddy accounts asking them to contact you on Telegram for gifts etc, you might want to address it in your next video so people don't get scammed. Awesome new vid :)
I still struggle with Seiko being that expensive, for that money I'd be looking at Doxa for a budget diver
Doxa makes great dive between for similar price but aftersales service is a nightmare especially since Doxa doesn't have many retailers in most countries.
Hello Teddy, I've been a fan of yours since your Vostok video back in 2021, and have fallen deeply down the same rabbit hole as you and your followers. Yostok, Casio, Orient, Bulova, Hamilton, Rotary, Merkur, Shinola, Pagani, Timex, San Martin and Mondaine constitute my collection. My question to you is: If you didn't have any watches at all, which 3 (or 5, take your pick) would you choose? I ask, mainly, because, having about 50 watches and only 2 wrists, I would like some guidance on this matter, please. I dare say your viewers would, too. Keep on keeping on. Best. Mark - a Londoner living in Berlin. PS. Danke für alles.
Another 10kish usd watch is the bathsycaphe. The smaller bathyscaphe doesnt even have the hacking feature.
I think the bigger watch brands like rolex and omega have bigger r&d budgets and consequently are able to update their technology more frequently? Some “high-end” watch brands have more than a decade old movements in their lineup..
I know it's easy to go Seiko first, but Citizens new titanium Challenge diver is such a great alternative and cheaper