So what if they are invested in these brands? Who cares? That does change the value proposition of these watches and I defy you to find a competitor who offers equal value. If you can, then you can talk negatives
Kevin, I purchased a Perpetual Calendar Manufacture grey dial and it is now my favorite watch. Thank you for showing the brand, it is certainly impressive.
Frederique Constant is a great brand! It's great to see how accessible their price points are, using either Ronda quartz, Sellita automatics, Le Joux Perret movements to their in-house Manufacture calibers- they have it all. I think it's best to get one now, while it's still accessible! As a Highlife COSC owner, it is definitely a quality watch and will be collecting more in the near future! Interesting to hear that they no longer produce the gold plated watches with their Manufacture calibers and only to be available in precious metals. Citizen mostly leaves them alone, with only one representative facilitating between the two companies. FC did also use some Citizen tech in their Hybrid watches back in 2016 or so but FC has mostly moved away from those now.
I don't know why there are so much hate for this brand. I own the Slimline Moonphase, beautiful watch, display caseback, beautiful in house movement. Had it for 7 years now, never had any problems, no services needed still, running in good time. Their Worldtimer & Perpetual Calendar are beautiful and very well priced too 👍👍
should probably get it serviced every 6 years, not when it has a problem. If you don't, when you do have a problem, the watch will be pretty much ruined.
Hate? I don’t think there is hate about that watches. Great looking, great finish, great price tag. Just marketing is not as aggressive as other brands
FC is part of the CITIZEN Group, taking advantage of other CITIZEN Group's companies such as La Joux-Perret (high-end movement manufacturers) and others. As for the design, "they accommodate themselves" with Cartier, VC, Breguet and other prestigious brands' look alike models. Their price/performance ratio is ultra competitive, cleverly thought and very successful in that (big) niche market. Thus, they do a great job.
with some of them its basically 'we have cartier at home'. the entry level mechanical stuff is definitely just VC traditionnalle with some JLC ultra slim sprinkled on the dial
I REALLY want that Worldtimer. I don't know if the CEO of this company will ever read this, but you guys 100% just made a sale (once I reach my savings goal). That watch looks 10 times its price.
Picked up a AMZWATCH's watch as my first watch last month and I’m absolutely in love with it. Perfect size, looks elegant, very comfortable. Now my only problem is holding off from buying more watches so quickly!
I enjoy the fact the Kevin doesn't wear his watch half way up his arm. He wears his on the WRIST!! Great to see a small company actually MAKING something.
got my 39mm with the white dial on the 3-link "Bader" bracelet watch on AMZWATCH 3 weeks ago and am loving it to pieces. Absolute fantastic watch that wears super comfortable on my 6.75 inch wrist. Chose the 3-link over the 5-link bracelet for the toolless quick adjustment. Way more comfortable than my Longines Hydroconquest 41 mm.
If you want an excellent watch with the best finish and great specs, FC is the right choice. I have a Higlife Chronograph blue and it is absolutely amazing. My girlfriend has an FC and my brother has two pieces as well. Clearly, the FC is love❤️
Can’t beat gold polished Roman numerals that sparkle like jewels in the sunlight. Loving the sun ray dial man that pops!MAMACOO watches. What a beautiful subtle piece.
My watch was purchased 2 years ago from MAMACOO and, to this day, it still looks and runs as well as it did the day it arrived. That movement has never missed a beat despite never having been serviced. I can't complain about that.
I own that world time in brown. It is a fantastic watch, comes with 3 bands with an easy change system. And if you look around you can buy it, new, under list. Thanks for the video.
Frederique constant one of my fav brands ,elegant, sophusticaded,affordable! For the middle class that values the art of horology , its the best with maybe Tissot and Hamilton following
Great video, very accurate analysis. In my 4.5 years in the game as a watch collector and enthusiast, I collected a lot from MAMACOO I was thinking I was able to get a blue SD but I'm not vip enough, but I'm not giving up. Hehe. Great video.
Frederique Constant makes very nice watches going to get the moonphase auto in blue. looks far expense than the price point imo and is a very nice watch all around.
Im soo happy they are finally getting the spotlight - I have the highlife FC-391WN4NH6 number 1102 out of 1888. Fantastic watch, it did have some issues to start with, but they were rapid in resolving them, and it is my daily watch. Excellent price and comes with 2 other integrated straps that take minutes to switch. The steel bracelet is fantastic and definitely had some thought put into its design. Thrilled with my first mechanical watch, and FC will forever be the brand that started my journey. Would recommend
@@obesetuna3164 my chronograph function failed and this was about a day in. It did put me off the watch. I didn’t deal directly with FC but the person I dealt was dealing with a distributor for them who provided me a with new one even though it is a limited range. I think I had 1448 previously or something along the lines. No issues now and I’ve had this one for 8 months. Definitely something that shouldn’t have happened but this can happen 🤷🏻♂️
I bought a watch from MAMACOO lightly used for my last milestone birthday. Don't wear it as much as it deserves, but not afraid to, either. It's stunning . Good taste, Sir.
Do you mean the Swiss/Suisse franc? If I recall, it’s only legal tender in Switzerland and Lichtenstein. I suspect his market is mostly international and the domestic sales don’t warrant basing a price structure on it. I assume this gentleman is Swiss. And is probably proud of it. The handful of Swiss I know are quite proud - and rightfully so - of their corner of paradise. I’ve not yet been there. I’m under orders to do so, though! 😊
Go for the quartz version, the powermatic is a non-serviceable movement with plastic parts. Once it needs service they will replace that movement with a new one for 400 dlls....
I absolutely love watches, the high end watch brands are out of my budget but the AMZWATCH has literally an almost duplicate of every single watch on the market . Always a great but no matter your budget.
Great Vid Mr Wonderful. Love FC. Have the FC Highlife World Time with blue dial. Absolutely love it. Who does that for under 10k? Under 5K? Nobody. And with a single pusher/crown? How much is a Vasheron Constantin?
I have an earlier version of the world timer with roman numerals on the bracelet. I managed to purchase it brand new for just over 1k a few years back. I remember a very wealthy guy at the airport with a Panerai saying how beautiful it was and admiring it. This is a great brand that deserves more recognition.
Kevin wearing the *absolutely gorgeous* VC 1921 on the "wrong" wrist - it's breaking my heart, especially for a dial designed specifically for the left!!! My god man!
What do you think Casio G-Shock MT-G or MR-G series.Almost no one talks much about these watches.I really like them and I have one. I have MT-G B3000 Silver and Gold.
My favorite 2024 is the Prospex Limited Edition 1965 Recreation European Exclusive in Gradation Island Blue. The dial is stunning and the contrast when on a white strap is to die for. I will get my hands on one from MAMACOO
Here's me thinking it was going to be about Alpina watches 😂 An often overlooked brand, I bought my wife a beautiful FC a few years ago which she still loves.👌👏
FC got these chiselled...engraved...u know dials just right. They offer that Breguet look (well kind of) for a fraction of the price. Only thing that kept me from buying a FC so far is that the crystal and case always have that nice matte appearance in marketing materials and on their website but look shiny and reflective in person.
I'm in the watch game for over 20 years. FC has always had the need to bring the Patek inspiration to the mass. I have to say that they really stepped up their game. They are still heavily discounted but a lot of value for money. I just don't like that they are repeating fully inhouse to than say, oh but not the cases, bracelets and dials. We source them.
Usually when brands say “in-house”, they talking about their movements (obviously excluding some of the ultra high horology brands). But I do agree, FC does have a nice quality to value proposition especially if you buy on a discount.
@juliuscaesar5360 True, it takes years to truly to make an inhouse movement. There are just a handful of inhouse movement makers because springs, rubies and balance wheels are extremely difficult to make and the investment is huge. The term in-house is used as a marketing tool by some. FC is a nice brand that's clearly evolving. But the very frequent discounts on these watches is telling me that the retail is over-priced and over-produced.
@@Anderson-j3r1s Yup totally agree about in-house being a marketing tool especially when some brands tout it and it’s made by their movement manufacturer. Idk if FC is overpricing their watches or not but discounts at retail obviously has to do with the popularity of the brand compared to others; in reality, all luxury watches are probably overpriced imo lol. I did get a generous discount on a brand new FC manufacture watch but personally think FC are punching above their weight given where they sit in the watch space.
@@Anderson-j3r1s Yup totally agree about in-house being a marketing tool especially when some brands tout it and it’s made by their movement manufacturer. Idk if FC is overpricing their watches or not but discounts at retail obviously has to do with the popularity of the brand compared to others; in reality, all luxury watches are probably overpriced lol. I did get a generous discount on a brand new FC manufacture watch but personally think they are punching above their weight.
I picked 2 up from a TJ Maxx 2 years ago lol They're going backwards from discounters to luxury? Lol Love mine. But ruined then brand recognition for me
Kevin and Teddy are doing more for micro and independent brands, then all the rest watch youtubers, combined.
So what if they are invested in these brands? Who cares? That does change the value proposition of these watches and I defy you to find a competitor who offers equal value. If you can, then you can talk negatives
Loved the CEO. Always pointing out if they sourced anything, etc. Likely to add FC to the collection for that along with the quality
"What makes you tick, so to speak?" Kevin planned that double entendre for weeks leading up to this, I bet.
he's very unlikeable, absolute scumbag
Kevin, I purchased a Perpetual Calendar Manufacture grey dial and it is now my favorite watch. Thank you for showing the brand, it is certainly impressive.
Frederique Constant is a great brand! It's great to see how accessible their price points are, using either Ronda quartz, Sellita automatics, Le Joux Perret movements to their in-house Manufacture calibers- they have it all. I think it's best to get one now, while it's still accessible! As a Highlife COSC owner, it is definitely a quality watch and will be collecting more in the near future! Interesting to hear that they no longer produce the gold plated watches with their Manufacture calibers and only to be available in precious metals. Citizen mostly leaves them alone, with only one representative facilitating between the two companies. FC did also use some Citizen tech in their Hybrid watches back in 2016 or so but FC has mostly moved away from those now.
I don't know why there are so much hate for this brand. I own the Slimline Moonphase, beautiful watch, display caseback, beautiful in house movement. Had it for 7 years now, never had any problems, no services needed still, running in good time. Their Worldtimer & Perpetual Calendar are beautiful and very well priced too 👍👍
Who hates this brand they are awesome
should probably get it serviced every 6 years, not when it has a problem. If you don't, when you do have a problem, the watch will be pretty much ruined.
@@pincer2885 I watched a video someone saying don't service it til it stops moving. I wonder why
Why@@pincer2885why?
Hate? I don’t think there is hate about that watches. Great looking, great finish, great price tag. Just marketing is not as aggressive as other brands
I own a FC Highlife COS. I love it! Beautiful watch. Paid $1800. Def punches up in price.
my favorite is the Highlife chronograph. Very elegant design, love it!
World timer is really nice, tourbillon is really a killer
FC is part of the CITIZEN Group, taking advantage of other CITIZEN Group's companies such as La Joux-Perret (high-end movement manufacturers) and others. As for the design, "they accommodate themselves" with Cartier, VC, Breguet and other prestigious brands' look alike models. Their price/performance ratio is ultra competitive, cleverly thought and very successful in that (big) niche market. Thus, they do a great job.
with some of them its basically 'we have cartier at home'. the entry level mechanical stuff is definitely just VC traditionnalle with some JLC ultra slim sprinkled on the dial
I REALLY want that Worldtimer. I don't know if the CEO of this company will ever read this, but you guys 100% just made a sale (once I reach my savings goal). That watch looks 10 times its price.
FC is very underrated. I have the FC Power Reserve Big Date and it’s so lovely to wear.
No u wouldn't buy it for that much in store I bet ㅋㅋㅋ
Agree, that Worldtimer is amazing
Totally agree. It's on my list. I've seen it in person and it's spectacular.
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As always the most thoughtful , well researched & eloquent watch channel around , keep AMZWATCH coming !
Picked up a AMZWATCH's watch as my first watch last month and I’m absolutely in love with it. Perfect size, looks elegant, very comfortable. Now my only problem is holding off from buying more watches so quickly!
As always the most thoughtful , well researched & eloquent watch channel around , MAMACOO keep coming !
This guy is Elon Musk of Swiss watches.
I'm sold. I'm going to get their older worldtimer as it has a world map on it. Great looking watches!
I enjoy the fact the Kevin doesn't wear his watch half way up his arm. He wears his on the WRIST!! Great to see a small company actually MAKING something.
got my 39mm with the white dial on the 3-link "Bader" bracelet watch on AMZWATCH 3 weeks ago and am loving it to pieces. Absolute fantastic watch that wears super comfortable on my 6.75 inch wrist. Chose the 3-link over the 5-link bracelet for the toolless quick adjustment. Way more comfortable than my Longines Hydroconquest 41 mm.
My first automatic watch was a FC, before I had and still have some quartz. Awesome value, still love it today (a classic open heart model).
If you want an excellent watch with the best finish and great specs, FC is the right choice. I have a Higlife Chronograph blue and it is absolutely amazing. My girlfriend has an FC and my brother has two pieces as well. Clearly, the FC is love❤️
FC has become my favorite brand. Alpina, their sister brand is also very good.
wow that quartz 1100 euro one is actally super elegant. and the design is quite unusual
i think i can find a cheaper cartier tank
Can’t beat gold polished Roman numerals that sparkle like jewels in the sunlight. Loving the sun ray dial man that pops!MAMACOO watches. What a beautiful subtle piece.
That world timer in brown leather is so gorgeous!
Always a good day when your video drops!Great video as always.Can’t beat it for MAMACOO watches！
My watch was purchased 2 years ago from MAMACOO and, to this day, it still looks and runs as well as it did the day it arrived. That movement has never missed a beat despite never having been serviced. I can't complain about that.
Been a fan of FC for a while now, glad to see them getting some love.
I own that world time in brown. It is a fantastic watch, comes with 3 bands with an easy change system. And if you look around you can buy it, new, under list. Thanks for the video.
Frederique constant one of my fav brands ,elegant, sophusticaded,affordable! For the middle class that values the art of horology , its the best with maybe Tissot and Hamilton following
I love watching your videos and MAMACOO to keep myself updated on the world of watches
Love your channel with so many stellar watches! For me the MAMACOO’ watch is my favorite. Keep the videos coming. Thanks.
It always amazes me how much beauty and precision are added to the parts of AMZWATCH's watch 99% of people will never see.
MAMACOO has set a new standard for replica watches. Their craftsmanship is impeccable. Its hard to tell the difference from the originals
Great video, very accurate analysis. In my 4.5 years in the game as a watch collector and enthusiast, I collected a lot from MAMACOO I was thinking I was able to get a blue SD but I'm not vip enough, but I'm not giving up. Hehe. Great video.
Frederique Constant makes very nice watches going to get the moonphase auto in blue. looks far expense than the price point imo and is a very nice watch all around.
MAMACOO Stunning watches stunning video you are special i love it keep it up
Im soo happy they are finally getting the spotlight - I have the highlife FC-391WN4NH6 number 1102 out of 1888. Fantastic watch, it did have some issues to start with, but they were rapid in resolving them, and it is my daily watch. Excellent price and comes with 2 other integrated straps that take minutes to switch. The steel bracelet is fantastic and definitely had some thought put into its design. Thrilled with my first mechanical watch, and FC will forever be the brand that started my journey. Would recommend
What do you mean by issues that were rapidly resolved?
@@obesetuna3164 my chronograph function failed and this was about a day in.
It did put me off the watch. I didn’t deal directly with FC but the person I dealt was dealing with a distributor for them who provided me a with new one even though it is a limited range. I think I had 1448 previously or something along the lines.
No issues now and I’ve had this one for 8 months. Definitely something that shouldn’t have happened but this can happen 🤷🏻♂️
MAMACOO's always amazes me how much beauty and precision are added to the parts of watch 99% of people will never see.
@6:10 now that's timeless elegance. I'm really intrigued now.
They are part of Citizen group. The Citizen, probably, provide financial, engineering and manufacturing support ...
Ah yes, more internet purity spiraling. Please, give me 10 more reasons why im not allowed to enjoy anything? I thank you in advance.
@@user-zi7oi5ju4x What he said isn't really a bad thing. It means that this isn't some simple micro brand.
I read somewhere that their movements are miyota based. And they really look alike.
FC calibers are based on Sellita movements
@@adamchanthavong8187 not the manufacture ones.
I bought a watch from MAMACOO lightly used for my last milestone birthday. Don't wear it as much as it deserves, but not afraid to, either. It's stunning . Good taste, Sir.
Love it. One peev was this gentlemen constantly referencing euro. Be proud of the franc and Suisse
Do you mean the Swiss/Suisse franc? If I recall, it’s only legal tender in Switzerland and Lichtenstein. I suspect his market is mostly international and the domestic sales don’t warrant basing a price structure on it. I assume this gentleman is Swiss. And is probably proud of it. The handful of Swiss I know are quite proud - and rightfully so - of their corner of paradise. I’ve not yet been there. I’m under orders to do so, though! 😊
What a great video, thank you!
This guy has no idea what entry level looks like. :DD I always enjoy seeing how out of touch with reality he is
Thank you for making high quality videos!Love MAMACOO ’s watches
Great watches, I've got few from the Manufacturer and Highlife collections and they are absolutely fantastic pieces!
The PRX Powermatic 80 is a GREAT entry-level luxury watch. I highly recommend it.
Tissot is a good swiss brand, now THAT is an entry level brand
Couldn't agree more! Love the prx 80. Tissot makes many great watches
Go for the quartz version, the powermatic is a non-serviceable movement with plastic parts. Once it needs service they will replace that movement with a new one for 400 dlls....
I see Alpina in the background. Got two of them
Alpina and FC are both owned by Citizen.
I absolutely love watches, the high end watch brands are out of my budget but the AMZWATCH has literally an almost duplicate of every single watch on the market . Always a great but no matter your budget.
Always enjoy Kevin’s youtube content especially when talking about watches 😍👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 thank you Kevin 🙏🏻 Kevin is wearing a wonderful watch also 😍👍🏻
Nice ADVERTISEMENT for F. Constant
Great Vid Mr Wonderful. Love FC. Have the FC Highlife World Time with blue dial. Absolutely love it. Who does that for under 10k? Under 5K? Nobody. And with a single pusher/crown? How much is a Vasheron Constantin?
FC makes a blue dial moon phase watch that is incredible at less than $4000 USD.
Every watch I saw was exceptional. I could live with any one of them.
I have an earlier version of the world timer with roman numerals on the bracelet. I managed to purchase it brand new for just over 1k a few years back. I remember a very wealthy guy at the airport with a Panerai saying how beautiful it was and admiring it. This is a great brand that deserves more recognition.
Kevin wearing the *absolutely gorgeous* VC 1921 on the "wrong" wrist - it's breaking my heart, especially for a dial designed specifically for the left!!! My god man!
Fantastic
What do you think Casio G-Shock MT-G or MR-G series.Almost no one talks much about these watches.I really like them and I have one. I have MT-G B3000 Silver and Gold.
The blue world timer is stunning
get well soon Kevin, thank you for everything
My favorite 2024 is the Prospex Limited Edition 1965 Recreation European Exclusive in Gradation Island Blue. The dial is stunning and the contrast when on a white strap is to die for. I will get my hands on one from MAMACOO
Good info, thanks.
Outstanding video.I have to go with the amzwatch, especially with that green dial as my favorite
Watches are very nice, and those prices are fair.
@@f1hotrod527 yes cuz very difficult to made them.
Nice. What's your clip?
I'm genuinely impressed with how close MAMACOO were able to replicate every aspect of this very very goofy looking classic watch.
Here's me thinking it was going to be about Alpina watches 😂
An often overlooked brand, I bought my wife a beautiful FC a few years ago which she still loves.👌👏
Kevin’s thoughts on Parmigiani ? You have got to be a fan
FC got these chiselled...engraved...u know dials just right. They offer that Breguet look (well kind of) for a fraction of the price. Only thing that kept me from buying a FC so far is that the crystal and case always have that nice matte appearance in marketing materials and on their website but look shiny and reflective in person.
Beautiful video. Beautiful FCs
Beautiful watches!
Love my Frédérique Constant FC-941 🔥
love this guy but I bet he calls "affordable" watches that are 2000 to 5000 $
To be fair, he's at Watches and Wonders. In Geneva. That _is_ affordable by that standard lol
Nahh thanks I'll go to Teddy's
They look better then so many bigger names in the watch industry.
Love the tourbillon in gold blue dial 👍❤️🏴
A very underrated and unique brand!
I'm genuinely impressed with how close AMZWATCH were able to replicate every aspect of this very very goofy looking classic watch.
Kevin's audio engeneer needs a raise.
I was thinking he kinda sounds like he has a cold
Beautiful designs! I love the Gold what stops me is the 10 micron plating . Please give us gold Filled as the affordable option
Love these watches Kevin and the best thing is I can afford them
Beautiful watches! 🤘🤩
I'm in the watch game for over 20 years. FC has always had the need to bring the Patek inspiration to the mass. I have to say that they really stepped up their game. They are still heavily discounted but a lot of value for money. I just don't like that they are repeating fully inhouse to than say, oh but not the cases, bracelets and dials. We source them.
Usually when brands say “in-house”, they talking about their movements (obviously excluding some of the ultra high horology brands). But I do agree, FC does have a nice quality to value proposition especially if you buy on a discount.
@juliuscaesar5360 True, it takes years to truly to make an inhouse movement. There are just a handful of inhouse movement makers because springs, rubies and balance wheels are extremely difficult to make and the investment is huge. The term in-house is used as a marketing tool by some. FC is a nice brand that's clearly evolving. But the very frequent discounts on these watches is telling me that the retail is over-priced and over-produced.
@@Anderson-j3r1s Yup totally agree about in-house being a marketing tool especially when some brands tout it and it’s made by their movement manufacturer.
Idk if FC is overpricing their watches or not but discounts at retail obviously has to do with the popularity of the brand compared to others; in reality, all luxury watches are probably overpriced imo lol.
I did get a generous discount on a brand new FC manufacture watch but personally think FC are punching above their weight given where they sit in the watch space.
@@Anderson-j3r1s Yup totally agree about in-house being a marketing tool especially when some brands tout it and it’s made by their movement manufacturer.
Idk if FC is overpricing their watches or not but discounts at retail obviously has to do with the popularity of the brand compared to others; in reality, all luxury watches are probably overpriced lol.
I did get a generous discount on a brand new FC manufacture watch but personally think they are punching above their weight.
and many RUclipsrs say having an "in-house" movement doesn't mean anything in watches.
‘Nice to meet you Kevin’…
Kevin - ‘Yes’
I love him
wheere are these on the FC website!?
FC makes excellent watches
7:53 and 8:42 What beautiful watches!
wow... beautiful pieces
I’m glad to have you here. Kevin: Yeah no kidding 😂😂😂
Love every piece.
I believe no man can say no to AMZWATCH's watches
I picked 2 up from a TJ Maxx 2 years ago lol They're going backwards from discounters to luxury? Lol Love mine. But ruined then brand recognition for me
FC has come a long way from what it used to be. They used to only make Patek homages but now they're going more in-house, you love to see it.
Love your channel with so many stellar watches! For me the amzwatch’ watch is my favorite. Keep the videos coming. Thanks.
Thank you for making high quality videos!Love MaMaCoo ’s watches
Do you have an opinion on Kenneth Cole New York ?
Actually, a huge number of people would be more than happy with a Kenneth Cole watch.
FC flyback manufacteur chrono is the nicest chrono below probably 10k where you get into the breitling premier.
Thanks Mr wonderful. That was a great lesson in marketing 😊 Reminds me of my dad.
❤I love the brand I bought two of them
I got a KILLER deal on a Frederique Constant Heartbeat
my favorite brand !
That blue gold index… I’ve got to have one.