I’m normally seiko gang all the way, but out of these options I’m picking the Mido. It has a nice bracelet with on the fly adjustments, the usefulness of the timing bezel (which I actually use quite a bit), the day-date complications which I enjoy having, and it’s both rugged and dressy enough to cover you in any scenario!
Finally, someone who uses his brain. Everyone talking about how timeless the hamilton is or how the powermatic is “tHe bESt m0v3m3nT eVer!!1!“. Even though they’re beautiful watches and i actually like them, it’s one watch forever and.. they’re picking the prx lol. The mido should be a pretty obvious choice, most useful and versatile between all of them. I’d prefer the tribute, as it’s a bit smaller.. the dark teal is spectacular, but one forever.. maybe black would be better for versatilty purposes. Also, I like the bracelets, but i also like to change straps from time to time, with the prx you’re pretty much stuck forever with the bracelet unless you’re willing to modify the straps or pay a lot for original ones.
That Hamilton Khaki is going to be the most versatile. Throw on a bracelet and you can wear it with a suit. A Nato will let you rock it with t-shirt and jeans. Reliability, Swiss movement...it really is a great 1 watch solution under 1K.
@@karsonokarsono8405 Actually, lots of people care about clothes and watches. This is literally a TH-cam video about watches. The real question is why are you in the comments being a dick about it?
@@karsonokarsono8405 When I think about it, I don't ask people to notice me. I don't seek external validation, and I don't operate on a scarcity mindset over fashion inadequacies. Rather, I find I dress up for my own amazement and creativity, if you ask me. It's 2024. Nobody cares about what watch or clothes you wear. There is no such rules. I agree. Otherwise, wear a birthday suit in public, in my opinion. lol
@@alerpie yeah but you get an amazing movement, some prxs have passed cosc cert even tho they’re not officially certified. And the quality of the bracelet is much better than that seiko. For the Hamilton I have no idea as I don’t stock them. But I stock both seiko and tissot in my store and I can tell you the prx blows it out of the water. But you’re right no micro adjustment is a bit of a pain 😂
“Amazing movement” 😂 yeah, it’s a beautiful watch, but: no micro-adjustements, integrated bracelet so forget about straps (unless you’re willing to modify or pay a lot for originals) and last but not least, it’s too big! It’s only one watch forever, mido would be my choice.
Looks good when nicely photographed but in the hands it feels meh, and the lack of AR code and makes it almost impossible to tell the time in certain light
I’m surprised not more people pick it, I have the all black lunar pilot and I almost got an orient or seiko but this one made the mark for me personally
@@ezravizcarra9555 Ha! Read this comment and just so happened to be wearing my Bulova Lunar Pilot. If only it had a solar movement it would be perfect.
As a non-watch guy, i'd say the first one (Hamilton Khaki Field Watch?) because it just looks so good and very versatile, i think it looks good with a lot of different strap styles.
I would have 2 comments: 1. I don't know what's the sercret but the video quality / lighting / layout-background, etc. in Teddy's videos are just superb. Making the watches almost more appealing than in real life, just like the watch brands' own marketing materials. 2. I was thinking about purchasing one "ultimate" watch for around €4,000, something (almost) luxury. Perhaps a Tudor BB 58 which I really adore. But then thought, and this video is another proof, it's 10x better idea to buy a collection of 3-4 excellent affordable watches for the same total price. I mean, a Mido Oceanstar, a Hamilton Khaki Field Auto, a Tissot PRX, plus something more dressy on a leather strap, such as a Tissot Tradition, and I'm set for life! Crazy amount of value in these watches, and others in the video.
I got the mido already in green but i would honestly go for the tissot. Such a beatiful piece and not that crazy expensive. Especially the ice blue is insane!
Got my first real watch, number 2 on the list. The tissot prx and its just straight up amazing. I got tons of compliments already and it looks and feels so amazing, i highly recommended it as your step in to “expensive” watches 10/10
Ordered my first auto movement watch on Sunday with a Hamilton KFA 38mm. Went with a bracelet, but am already looking for a nice sailcloth strap to add some diversity to the look. Can’t wait to get it!
I purchased the same watch for my father as a birthday gift, and picked up a few different straps for him. It was originally intended to be just another everyday watch, but it’s amazing how well a classic design can take on different light with a simple strap change. He favors a black alligator strap and uses it as a “dress watch”
Mido was one of the first watches I bought myself and it’s still my favorite. Just a well rounded watch from the bracelet, dial, case, and movement for the price.
I would choose the Mido. A company with a lot of history who are older than Rolex, and at one point were the number one Swiss watch maker. Sadly the swatch group got their hands on Mido 😕 Every now and then they produce a very nice watch.
I have just been falling in love with watches. My interest started like 2 years ago and i look at watches everyday now, i just bought my first watch, in fact it was a prx with the ice dial. I just love it and i wear it every day.
It will have to be Mido. I need the date, plenty water resistance, and should be able to wear it on any occasions, from weddings to funerals. If I can pick any Forever One watch, it will be Omega Aqua Terra.
I was stucked in that situation when I visited showroom. Basically I had no idea about these models but luckily I had tried both models and I choose hamilton due to it's verstality. Also their leather strap was very genuine so ordered the black and dark brown aligator strap too.
Love all of the pieces you share here that Mido under 1k almost had me but the new Lunar Pilot takes the cake here the white dial is very nice and a refreshing makeover of sorts to the traditional Lunar Pilot
The Seiko (in black ssc819) is the first watch i bought myself, apart from a g shock i bought 16 years ago, I've had it 18 months and it hasn't missed too many days on the wrist in that time, i love it
CWC G10. Nato straps can be swapped out to look more dressy or to be more rugged. Plus it hold time fairly accurately, and the battery is easy to replace on your own instead of having to take it in to a jeweler to get it replaced. On top of that the crystal is basically indestructible and the case isn't too heavy. I'll Rock my CWC anywhere, anytime.
Hamilton is the best versatility/value for the money here in my opinion. With the right strap it can go with anything. And it looks good on just about any strap
I love the Tissot PRX, but in this case with the added complications for whatever I might need it for the the Seiko Prospex speed timer is my choice. Both beautiful and impressive watches.
Tissot prx. Just because i like the simple elegant design, it's swiss quartz movement and battery so you won't have to wind it or wear it all the time for it to work
Tissot PRX Powermatic 80 my first love and first piece I purchased when I started to feel that it would be the first one in my collection.I will make sure my kid will be the next person to wear it and my colllection will be passed to him as a valuble memory
Tissot. I dreamt of one since I was a kid, now I have some others in mind but it will always be dear to me, and the PRX is on the list for sure, but the green one or the rose gold one. That Hamilton is classy too.
Seiko speedtimer no maintenance no hassle of getting it serviced, great build quality
Hey man im about to get that! Can you tell me the lifespan of that watch
@@ixvzk5914 I have this watch. Solar battery will last somewhere between 10-15yrs
Accurate and no need to service, but also no way to repair. I got about 10 years out of my last Eco-Drive.
@@plmn93why not repairable? Can't the battery be changed?
@@maximus3233 Yes but if the movement stops working it can't be fixed, it needs to be replaced.
I’m normally seiko gang all the way, but out of these options I’m picking the Mido. It has a nice bracelet with on the fly adjustments, the usefulness of the timing bezel (which I actually use quite a bit), the day-date complications which I enjoy having, and it’s both rugged and dressy enough to cover you in any scenario!
Agreed. I even own, and love, the ice blue PRX that's among the choices, but one forever? Gotta be the Mido
Finally, someone who uses his brain. Everyone talking about how timeless the hamilton is or how the powermatic is “tHe bESt m0v3m3nT eVer!!1!“. Even though they’re beautiful watches and i actually like them, it’s one watch forever and.. they’re picking the prx lol. The mido should be a pretty obvious choice, most useful and versatile between all of them. I’d prefer the tribute, as it’s a bit smaller.. the dark teal is spectacular, but one forever.. maybe black would be better for versatilty purposes. Also, I like the bracelets, but i also like to change straps from time to time, with the prx you’re pretty much stuck forever with the bracelet unless you’re willing to modify the straps or pay a lot for original ones.
Mido, I have the ceramic version and the 600meter version, they are both exceptional!
Seiko one is fire 🔥🔥🔥
I feel the same way
That Hamilton Khaki is going to be the most versatile. Throw on a bracelet and you can wear it with a suit. A Nato will let you rock it with t-shirt and jeans. Reliability, Swiss movement...it really is a great 1 watch solution under 1K.
@@waynebrown7065Yes agree. Blazer and jeans it works, but a formal suit is a stretch too far
@@waynebrown7065Murph has a bit more elegant font imo
Its 2024, nobody cares about what watch and clothes you wear, there is no such rules.
@@karsonokarsono8405 Actually, lots of people care about clothes and watches. This is literally a TH-cam video about watches. The real question is why are you in the comments being a dick about it?
@@karsonokarsono8405
When I think about it, I don't ask people to notice me. I don't seek external validation, and I don't operate on a scarcity mindset over fashion inadequacies. Rather, I find I dress up for my own amazement and creativity, if you ask me.
It's 2024. Nobody cares about what watch or clothes you wear. There is no such rules. I agree. Otherwise, wear a birthday suit in public, in my opinion. lol
I can't get enough of my Mido Oceanstar 200 & my Tissot Powermatic 80 Gentlemen. 💯
Yes!
The Mido ! Looks great 👍
The Hamilton is a class act. Impossible to dislike something so tasteful. 😎
I hate it 😅
Until a laser beam of light off the crystal blinds your good eye…
@@oshoc01 🤣
Bro its fugly
Absolutely!!
The Mido is absolutely stunning!
That Seiko looks lovely, I'd go with that.
PRX for sure, bracelet, dial, finishing, movement are all fantastic! Most watches at this price-point always skimp out on at least the bracelet.
Doesnt have micro adjustment tho
@@alerpie yeah but you get an amazing movement, some prxs have passed cosc cert even tho they’re not officially certified. And the quality of the bracelet is much better than that seiko. For the Hamilton I have no idea as I don’t stock them. But I stock both seiko and tissot in my store and I can tell you the prx blows it out of the water. But you’re right no micro adjustment is a bit of a pain 😂
movement has its flaws, not really servicable. still bought one
Movement is not fantastic by any means, other than that, it does the job good.
“Amazing movement” 😂 yeah, it’s a beautiful watch, but: no micro-adjustements, integrated bracelet so forget about straps (unless you’re willing to modify or pay a lot for originals) and last but not least, it’s too big! It’s only one watch forever, mido would be my choice.
Imo the Hamilton is the most timeless looking watch out of this bunch. In 50 years it will still look good.
I wear my Hamilton Khaki pretty much everyday.
boring does not equal timeless
@@JamesDuncan1 Hamilton Khaki is the Times New Roman of watches
@@davidcatanzaro1019 Classic I agree
Looks good when nicely photographed but in the hands it feels meh, and the lack of AR code and makes it almost impossible to tell the time in certain light
The Bulova deserves more love
Just looks Bulbous.
Exactly
Deserves smaller diameters
@@yungmigorevenge1939*cough* girl wrists *cough*
Facts idk why they get so much hate. They even sell a BEAUTIFUL skeleton for under 500. What's not to love
That Seiko chronograph was looking pretty sweet. Reminds me kind of like the Rolex Daytona a bit. One of my favs.
Exactly why I would buy the hamilton. If it wasn't a copy then mb that.
I really like the new Bulova Lunar Pilot with the blue dial.
Same but I think it’s insanely overpriced. It’s not worth 3 times an Orient
I’m surprised not more people pick it, I have the all black lunar pilot and I almost got an orient or seiko but this one made the mark for me personally
@@ezravizcarra9555 Ha! Read this comment and just so happened to be wearing my Bulova Lunar Pilot.
If only it had a solar movement it would be perfect.
@@jonjustdopeit's a HAQ and is better in every way even in looks. Not remotely overpriced and always on sale because it's bulova
the tissot is my main goal at the moment for a first "expensive" wach. Just looks so perfect and clean
The Tissot is a joy to wear, operate, and look at.
Had a tissot for 17 yrs now. Still ticking beautifully and still catches looks.
Tissot Prx powermatic 😍
Our goals are the same, I'm saving up right now to get a prx powermatic
I’m getting a green one tomorrow… Staying up watching videos about it lmao
As a non-watch guy, i'd say the first one (Hamilton Khaki Field Watch?) because it just looks so good and very versatile, i think it looks good with a lot of different strap styles.
I would have 2 comments:
1. I don't know what's the sercret but the video quality / lighting / layout-background, etc. in Teddy's videos are just superb. Making the watches almost more appealing than in real life, just like the watch brands' own marketing materials.
2. I was thinking about purchasing one "ultimate" watch for around €4,000, something (almost) luxury. Perhaps a Tudor BB 58 which I really adore. But then thought, and this video is another proof, it's 10x better idea to buy a collection of 3-4 excellent affordable watches for the same total price. I mean, a Mido Oceanstar, a Hamilton Khaki Field Auto, a Tissot PRX, plus something more dressy on a leather strap, such as a Tissot Tradition, and I'm set for life! Crazy amount of value in these watches, and others in the video.
Number 1 for sure! The Hamilton Khaki can withstand everything and also still looks good!
Just can't do it without a screw down crown
@@mister-amazing absolutely not true! You do realize a screw down crown is not that important?
The Hamilton, it'll look good on almost any strap, and is versatile but still elegant.
have the chrono amazing watch
Bulova Lunar Pilot all the way!!
Appearance wise 100% the Hamilton. Looks classy and can be dressed down
That seiko looks good 👌🏻
What's the name of the seiko watch?
It’s the Speedtimer. It comes from the Prospex collection and is available in a few different color options.
@@eric_gottlieb thank you
Ssc813
Is that number 3?
The Mido for sure.
i really wish the lunar pilot was 39-40 mm
I got the mido already in green but i would honestly go for the tissot. Such a beatiful piece and not that crazy expensive. Especially the ice blue is insane!
Mido Ocean Star Titanium. Just a solid watch that’s light on the wrist and tough to boot.
Never thought I’d say it but that Mido is the one for me! Class, but can do it all.
I'll pick the PRX. I prefer the quartz's dials but overall it is awesome watch.
I got the Tissot, but if one only I would choose the Seiko.
So hard! In terms of versatility probably the PRX, but my heart says Khaki
I'll take the Bulova Lunar Pilot, thank you very much!
Seiko because it’s what I’m wearing right now ❤❤
Love the Mido Ocean Star. Next would be the classic Hamilton.
Definitely my choice exactly!
I said Seiko until that Mido appeared. Beautiful watch!!
Same here, the Mido is wonderful
PRX Powermatic all the way
Got my first real watch, number 2 on the list. The tissot prx and its just straight up amazing. I got tons of compliments already and it looks and feels so amazing, i highly recommended it as your step in to “expensive” watches 10/10
Which color dial did you buy?
Gonna have to go with the Hamilton : tradition and show that you’re a kind of a connoisseur at the same time + iconic dial.
What’s it called, like I want to buy one but I can’t find it
@@Augustus._.D Hamilton Khaki Field Automatic. 38mm and 42mm available.
Ordered my first auto movement watch on Sunday with a Hamilton KFA 38mm. Went with a bracelet, but am already looking for a nice sailcloth strap to add some diversity to the look. Can’t wait to get it!
Get a nato to it will look amazing. I got a green nato. 10/10
I purchased the same watch for my father as a birthday gift, and picked up a few different straps for him. It was originally intended to be just another everyday watch, but it’s amazing how well a classic design can take on different light with a simple strap change. He favors a black alligator strap and uses it as a “dress watch”
Currently Bulova love their marine star just got a new one can’t wait for it.
Just picked the Hamilton up yesterday. Absolutely beautiful watch! Very well made.
What reference number is it?
Loving that Mido!! Don't know much about them aside 1 video I seen them included in a short list but this one looks so eye catching
I just got the ocean star gmt absolutely love it
Mido was one of the first watches I bought myself and it’s still my favorite. Just a well rounded watch from the bracelet, dial, case, and movement for the price.
I would choose the Mido. A company with a lot of history who are older than Rolex, and at one point were the number one Swiss watch maker. Sadly the swatch group got their hands on Mido 😕 Every now and then they produce a very nice watch.
I was going to say the Seiko, but, that blue of the Mido and its classic layout is the winner for me.
Prx. Glacier blue baby!
Mido looks best. Also very versatile.
I have just been falling in love with watches. My interest started like 2 years ago and i look at watches everyday now, i just bought my first watch, in fact it was a prx with the ice dial. I just love it and i wear it every day.
I own the Tissot (blue dial), which is really nice. Currently considering the Lunar Pilot too.
Hard choice ! The Hamilton, Seiko and Bulova look really gorgeous
Too close to call...all of them are top notch in style and lore
My answer too.
Honestly, give me a white alpinist on the oyster style bracelet, and an extra black leather strap and I'm probably done at that point.
But that wasn’t an option
Agreed, but only if it’s sarb.
As opposed to dishonestly?
Although I’m wearing a Seiko right now, I’ll pick the PRX because the dial combined with this bracelet is just fire 🔥
🤔 Forever… Gotta go with reliability and low maintenance. It’s the Seiko for me. 😂
The Mido, if I had to pick from these. Otherwise either a Tissot Gentleman or Certina DS-1
It will have to be Mido. I need the date, plenty water resistance, and should be able to wear it on any occasions, from weddings to funerals.
If I can pick any Forever One watch, it will be Omega Aqua Terra.
100x100 agree with you
4! Sort of……
I picked up a new Ocean Star GMT for 995.00. That’s my favorite of my collection.
Prx all day baby. Came out 50 yrs ago and still fresh
And so the Bulova. It even went to the moon 😂
Man, I've been wanting that Seiko for a while now. I have the original lunar pilot and love it.
the PRX is just such a nice watch
Prx for me. I have taken it on all sorts of ocassions, casual, formal, hiking and trekking, camping, swimming.
It held up really well
Most beautiful Seiko ever made
I am a Seiko boy but I don't know why that Hamilton is getting my attention.
I was stucked in that situation when I visited showroom. Basically I had no idea about these models but luckily I had tried both models and I choose hamilton due to it's verstality. Also their leather strap was very genuine so ordered the black and dark brown aligator strap too.
Certina DS Action 38 titanium
PRX no question. I own it in that dial color. Worth every penny.
We like simplicity & so we choose Seiko ❤
I love how this “hypothetical” scenario is a sad reality for most. 😢
Aww, only one watch under a grand… Gosh, how will they ever make it through life?
A sadder reality is people paying $799 for a disposable apple watch.
1K is a lot of cash for most people
The Seiko. As it's solar, it could in theory, run the longest without servicing?
I'm going to second this. Is the prx was quartz definitely but the Seiko being solar less maintenance size can do most situations and looks
@@mjhastings4534 that prx is mechanical. I know as i have it ;)
@@electorofsaxony7646 Typo meant to say if not is
I know that one is the pm80
Hamilton for me without question, have the quartz version for work so I don't have tk keep resetting it when I have a few days off. Amazing watch
Hamilton and Tissot are by far the best brands under $1,000 not even an argument tbh
I own a seiko speedtimer and love it but ive got to say the PRX Powermatic in ice blue is stunning.
Either 2 or 3 I own both of them and would love either one but gotta lean more towards the glacier prx the dial is just amazing
What’s the number 3 model?
1 or 3. I own the speedtimer and in a collection of like 8 watches, it gets the most frequent wear. No brainer and goes with any fit
Love all of the pieces you share here that Mido under 1k almost had me but the new Lunar Pilot takes the cake here the white dial is very nice and a refreshing makeover of sorts to the traditional Lunar Pilot
Hamilton Khaki Field all day (1st one in video). Love it. I have several Seikos, but the Hamilton is my favorite of all my watches.
I need that 43mm Bulova in black ASAP. The original 45mm is a tad too big, this one is just perfect.
Seiko speedtimer. The watch looks even better in person.
Seiko looks better than the others.
I would choose the tissot because it is casual enough for everyday usage while formal enough to wear with a sport jacket.
Even I love the Tissot PRX, I choose Mido, the most versatile and also very pretty good looking and construction
tissot looks clean af
The khaki, cuz i bought it for myself when i did so good in college compared to my primary and secondary studies. Reminder to keep it up.
The Seiko (in black ssc819) is the first watch i bought myself, apart from a g shock i bought 16 years ago, I've had it 18 months and it hasn't missed too many days on the wrist in that time, i love it
All really great choices!
CWC G10. Nato straps can be swapped out to look more dressy or to be more rugged.
Plus it hold time fairly accurately, and the battery is easy to replace on your own instead of having to take it in to a jeweler to get it replaced. On top of that the crystal is basically indestructible and the case isn't too heavy.
I'll Rock my CWC anywhere, anytime.
PRX for sure, it's overstated versatility does it for me.
Hamilton is the best versatility/value for the money here in my opinion. With the right strap it can go with anything. And it looks good on just about any strap
I'm biased since I own the PRX ,but that Mido definitely caught my eye.
Hard to choose between Seiko and Bulova!
The Tissot is clean. I'll definetly get one one day
I love the Tissot PRX, but in this case with the added complications for whatever I might need it for the the Seiko Prospex speed timer is my choice. Both beautiful and impressive watches.
Tissot prx. Just because i like the simple elegant design, it's swiss quartz movement and battery so you won't have to wind it or wear it all the time for it to work
MIDO Ocean Star. Very underrated watch.
Tissot PRX Powermatic 80 my first love and first piece I purchased when I started to feel that it would be the first one in my collection.I will make sure my kid will be the next person to wear it and my colllection will be passed to him as a valuble memory
I might be a sucker but the PRX is absolutely stunning
Tissot. I dreamt of one since I was a kid, now I have some others in mind but it will always be dear to me, and the PRX is on the list for sure, but the green one or the rose gold one. That Hamilton is classy too.
PRX is just so gorgeous.
I love the Seiko, but that tiffany blue adjacent Tissot is a real eye catcher.
Tissot dial is absolutely beautiful
the Tissot looks so classy and elegant, but i'd go for the Hamilton.. 😁
Tissot PRX, with the Bulova and Mido coming in close
Easy Seiko Speed Pandas just looking so good on watches🇸🇪👍
Hamilton Khaki Field Automatic. In my opinion one of the most beautiful field watches oit there.