Frederique Constant - A great watch brand for accessible luxury watches

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  • Join Montredo as we delve into Frederique Constant - featuring interviews with CEO Peter Stas, Master Watchmaker Pim Koeslag and of course, lots of stunning watches!
    “In two simple words: Accessible Luxury”.
    In the following video, we’d like to present the vision behind the brand as well as the individual production steps until their watches' completion. According to Peter Stas, Founder and CEO, the brand's philosophy is quite simple: “In two simple words: Accessible Luxury”. Ever since the company’s founding in 1988, the creation of timeless designs at affordable prices is particularly (but not only) addressed to younger watch enthusiasts.
    The brand also offers a collection of watches with in-house calibres. Especially, the Slim-Line Collection as well as the Heartbeat model have become integral part of the brand’s portfolio. From simple hand winding movements to minute repeaters, all of these watches are assembled per hand within Frederique Constant’s four walls.
    Watch highlights featured in the video:
    Frederique Constant Slim Line Moonphase Blue (0:49)
    This stunning Frederique Constant moonphase watch is part of the Manufacture collection and employs the inhouse-made calibre FC 705. The dial looks amazing together with the mercury blue sky of the moonphase indicator. As mentioned above, almost all watches listed here employ an inhouse caliber. The date is indicated by a small hand that circulates the moonphase subdial. Using an additional hand for the date is usually found in watches that feature full or perpetual calenders. The watch measures 42 mm and comes on a black kroko leather strap.
    Frederique Constant Worldtime Manufacture Blue (0:58)
    This worldtime watch manages to be fully functional without the need for a rotating bezel or a second pusher/crown. By doing so, Frederique Constant has preserved the classic and elegant look for their Worldtimer series. This model has a case measurement of 42 millimeters and captivates with its breathtaking looks and a stunning dark blue dial.
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  • @nicolerok9100
    @nicolerok9100 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I just bought my boyfriend a Frederique Constant Classic today for our 4 year anniversary.
    It’s a beautiful, but simple watch.

  • @AkuNoHana
    @AkuNoHana 7 ปีที่แล้ว +56

    I love what these guys do and what they stand for. Accessible luxury - opening up opportunities to get people to be more passionate about horology is a great cause. I also love that they treat Swiss watch making heritage with reverence and dignity. I just ordered my first Frederique Constant, they certainly earned a spot in my collection to sit along side with Longines, Omega, and Tudor. Keep up the great work FC! This is good stuff.

    • @Montredo
      @Montredo  7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Very much agreed! Great brand philosophy.

  • @madhatter9001
    @madhatter9001 6 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I purchased the Worldtimer model FC-718WM4H6 while in Perth Australia and I love the watch. Traveling between Australia and the US allowed me to track time during stops in Dubai, Houston, and Perth AU. Thank you Mr. Stas for producing a quality watch at a nice price level. As the owner of 30+ time pieces, my Worldtimer from Frederique is my favorite.

    • @Montredo
      @Montredo  5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Certainly a great watch with a good value for money!

  • @smitty03281964
    @smitty03281964 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I always thought it was amazing how they started and steered this company during a difficult time of the quartz crisis (maybe it should have been called the mechanical recession). Many long storied companies went under during that time. Frederique Constant is credible and here to stay in the luxury watch category.

  • @mdsayeedalsafa9897
    @mdsayeedalsafa9897 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I love you Frederique constant watches ♥️♥️♥️♥️😍😍💯💯

  • @bartlomiejmatkowski1782
    @bartlomiejmatkowski1782 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    @Peter Stas after watching this video, you inspired me to trust the Frederique Constant brand and I'm now a proud owner of the magnificent watch: Frederique Constant FC-718NWM4H6.
    I couldn't be happier with my purchase. This watch is outstanding and I'll definitely buy another watch from one of your collections. Thank you for creating a Swiss exceptional quality masterpieces and keeping them at affordable pricetag which is helping/allowing people to enjoy and own a piece of Swiss perfection for a fraction of the price.
    Regards,
    Bartek

  • @mistertee5000
    @mistertee5000 5 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I love my FC though the design is a little derivative (but which is also why it looks so good. My boss who wears a Jaeger thought mine was too from a distance). Would like to see them develop more proprietary designs. They need an iconic design...that is the true mark of a luxury watch brand.

  • @guclumelek79
    @guclumelek79 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Great company ideology ... Great outcome...
    I always adored the classic designs of Vacheron Constantin and JLC and Patek Philippe. But the fact that even if I could rob a bank and buy one:), I knew could not wear any of those brands on regular basis mainly because of the fear of damaging at some point..
    Once that reality has struck me, I was hopeless.. Then one day, I saw the elegant Frederic Constant watches. Now I feel happier..

    • @einundsiebenziger5488
      @einundsiebenziger5488 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      It's a philosophy, not an ideology. They're a watch brand, not a political movement or religion.

    • @guclumelek79
      @guclumelek79 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@einundsiebenziger5488 Thanks for the correction. Please let me know if you need any help with Greek or Turkish translation in the future..

  • @earthgirl7267
    @earthgirl7267 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ordering my Frederique Constant. Thanks for sharing. ⌚

  • @chap1068
    @chap1068 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    One of my favorite brands!

  • @thrasherx9319
    @thrasherx9319 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The class and commitment of the company shines through their products. There is something special about FC.

    • @Montredo
      @Montredo  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes indeed, a special brand indeed

  • @amitfromisrael5006
    @amitfromisrael5006 8 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    Fantastic Brand! keep the good work!!!

    • @Montredo
      @Montredo  8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      +Amit from Israel Thanks Amit! Highly appreciated!

  • @reehji
    @reehji 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    the moonphase slim line is

  • @capnemo6576
    @capnemo6576 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great Company.
    Great Results !

  • @thunderking101
    @thunderking101 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video. Amazing brand.

  • @liaqatkhan321
    @liaqatkhan321 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Amazing , a lot of hard work , precision through micro engineering creating beauty . Keep it up .

    • @einundsiebenziger5488
      @einundsiebenziger5488 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Speaking of precision: If these guys left large gaps in their watches as you do around your commas and periods, they would fall apart as soon as you try to put them on. You leave exactly one space after each comma and period, not before them and not multiple ones.

  • @ChoirWalker
    @ChoirWalker 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Finally! Have been seraching for this look combined with the same quality and price! Nicely done. Im going with FC.

    • @Montredo
      @Montredo  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You won't regret it! 😊

  • @cfemotion
    @cfemotion 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I hope they will CONSTANTly keep improving. I am planning to buy one in future...

    • @Montredo
      @Montredo  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      sounds great! check out our selection of FC here: www.montredo.com/en-gb/brand/frederique-constant/

  • @kofiofosu9051
    @kofiofosu9051 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Incredible

  • @bookofmillions
    @bookofmillions 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    These guys are making their own movements, which is... fantastic 🤗💟 Of course the masses won't care much but I call it consistency and very ambitious. My next watch will be a Constant! Have 26 G-Shocks now (which took away the joy of wearing true Swiss), 2 Tags (am never wearing them) and 1 Victorinox Alliance Automatic black ⚫ which idk why I... love.

    • @Montredo
      @Montredo  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      26 G-Shocks? 🤯
      But we couldn't agree more with you, it's a fantastic brand.

  • @LTV249
    @LTV249 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing

  • @cbrudder84
    @cbrudder84 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I got my Rose Gold Runabout last week and it is definitely the centerpiece of my collection.

    • @Montredo
      @Montredo  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Awesome, enjoy! :)

  • @shaikhkarim1992
    @shaikhkarim1992 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beautifull

  • @TerenceHughes4501
    @TerenceHughes4501 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome

  • @DavidSchwartzjr
    @DavidSchwartzjr 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I'm about to order my first FC watch in celebration of 5 years of marriage! Can't wait to see it on my wrist!

    • @Montredo
      @Montredo  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Congrats David, enjoy your FC!

  • @theonlyredspecial
    @theonlyredspecial 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    fantastic watches. I own a few of them including the rose gold world timer - alongside my Rolex pieces.

    • @markr1461
      @markr1461 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      No one gives a shit

  • @ocb05
    @ocb05 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just picked up a Slim Line Small Seconds. Great value for such quality!

    • @Montredo
      @Montredo  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Definitely, enjoy your new watch 👍
      Nice pick!

    • @ocb05
      @ocb05 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Montredothank you! Will do! Cheers

  • @Brmmalesela
    @Brmmalesela ปีที่แล้ว

    Am loving my gold plated FC292MC4P5. Out of curiosity, which gold karat is it plated with?

  • @emadzokaei5172
    @emadzokaei5172 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    What is the model of watch at 6:00 if anyone knows please?

  • @cameron.636
    @cameron.636 ปีที่แล้ว

    What model is displayed at 5:40 in the video?

  • @tigerlam
    @tigerlam 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Which watch is that in the thumbnail

  • @maxiohanaan9746
    @maxiohanaan9746 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Bought my first FC about a month ago. Like a next level after quartz watches for years.

    • @Montredo
      @Montredo  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Great choice, hope you like it!

    • @maxiohanaan9746
      @maxiohanaan9746 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Montredo sure I do.

  • @winnerm
    @winnerm 8 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Do they put in house mechanism in all watches? Im interested in particular model: FC-303M4P6B3

    • @Montredo
      @Montredo  8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi, the FC-303 movement found in the FC-303M4P6B3 is based on either the ETA-2824 or Sellita SW200, which is explained in one of our videos: ow.ly/ntQ1303YZJP. FC in-house movements are found in the Manufacture collection. Hope we were able to help.

  • @MrZZooh
    @MrZZooh 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    My next watch will be an in-house FC auto chrono.

  • @Rauz11
    @Rauz11 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I dont when and how i will get money for that slim moonphase with rome numbers but i will. ❤❤

  • @rajeevk4323
    @rajeevk4323 ปีที่แล้ว

    👏👌👍

  • @nicholasperry56
    @nicholasperry56 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Anyone notice the "LoL" at 2:04?

    • @lemmontree1
      @lemmontree1 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      haha now it can't be unseen XD

  • @rajlovinglife
    @rajlovinglife 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    That Skyburst deep sea blue 🌒 moonphase has my attention....

  • @welzbetr4932
    @welzbetr4932 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Goood 😍😍😍😍😍💯💯💯💯

  • @gianpakasa
    @gianpakasa 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    And now Citizen what will do?

    • @Montredo
      @Montredo  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      citizen owns the brand for quite a while now and they do quite cool things together!

  • @muhammedyousaf09
    @muhammedyousaf09 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I came to know about frederique constant today while i entered in to the mall to purchase rolex

    • @Montredo
      @Montredo  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      And what are your thoughts about the brand? :)

    • @muhammedyousaf09
      @muhammedyousaf09 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Montredo it's a good brand

    • @Montredo
      @Montredo  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@muhammedyousaf09 Indeed!

  • @lipinglin1994
    @lipinglin1994 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great watches, but the size is just too big :(

    • @Montredo
      @Montredo  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      They also have a wide array of smaller-sized watches. 👍

  • @a053303
    @a053303 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    FC is dutch...?

    • @Montredo
      @Montredo  7 ปีที่แล้ว

      The founders are Dutch but the company is based in Switzerland.

    • @fauxbugnl9968
      @fauxbugnl9968 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Nederland ooh Nederland jij bent de kampioen. Wij houden van oranje ....

  • @briancho8656
    @briancho8656 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    They have to improve their leather straps.

    • @Montredo
      @Montredo  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      do you have bad experience with their straps?

    • @wh7824
      @wh7824 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Montredo i can relate, their leather isn't as good as other bigger watch making maufacturer, it's kinda hard to explain.

    • @akewisututchin3742
      @akewisututchin3742 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes I also have problems with the strap

  • @DarthMalaks_Missing_Lower_Jaw
    @DarthMalaks_Missing_Lower_Jaw 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    And Orient Sun and Moon look similar, have just as good of a movement if not better, and cost a fraction.

    • @Montredo
      @Montredo  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      yes, there are many brands with good value for money.

    • @adeelnissar5965
      @adeelnissar5965 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Orient is great value, but the quality is not near up to par with FC, they’re inspired by Bregeut and make watches that compete with luxury. Also, the Orient literally just shows AM & PM, not the proper 29.5 day moon phase.

  • @omarrichardson7007
    @omarrichardson7007 ปีที่แล้ว

    seiko shade 1:04 lol

  • @BoleDaPole
    @BoleDaPole 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Is Fredrick Constant like the step headed child of Vacheron Constantin?

  • @Ossory88
    @Ossory88 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    "Whatchechs"

  • @kikidailyswipe
    @kikidailyswipe 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nederlander...

  • @ZubairKhan-vs8fe
    @ZubairKhan-vs8fe 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Who is Frederique Constant?
    Or was this name chosen as a rip off of Vacheron Constantin?

    • @Montredo
      @Montredo  3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Frédérique Constant is derived from the names of the great-grandparents, Frédérique Schreiner and Constant Stas, of each founder.

  • @MLGxBXRxPRO
    @MLGxBXRxPRO 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I would rather have a seiko than an fc. I mean cmon fc has never made a contribution to the watch world seiko is a way more prestigious brand than fc plus a spring drive grand seiko is way more technical and way better made than any fc if you think any other way youre delusional

  • @purplefabian
    @purplefabian 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    This brand sucks

  • @andivalentinus2912
    @andivalentinus2912 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Copycats... Lack of characters

    • @GeneraLigma
      @GeneraLigma 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      the CEO: "Vacheron's are amazing and the name is cool too, make our name as close to that without incurring legal trouble"....