Marc, when I first saw this pop up on my RUclips feed, I clicked somewhat anxiously to see your take. I have found that there are some that get very territorial about business in this industry which I can understand, however, I have always been a believer that we should be rooting each other on as our industry is small and that great opportunities will come to those who aim to operate with integrity. Based on your classy and thoughtful take here, I can tell you have a similar philosophy, and this is another indicator of why you have been successful in this 20-year journey with Long Island Watch. I know we have not spoken to one another before, but I hope you continue to succeed for many years to come! PS: I would love to meet one day.
Thanks so much, Teddy! Love to hear from you, and I'm a bit star struck by this! I've always told others who say "I contacted your competition..." that we are colleagues, not competitors. Keep on rocking!
Wearing a suit or a hoodie doesn't define you having or not having class. It's the way Teddy and Marc carry themselves and how they treat others is what I see as class. Both could wear suits or hoodies and both would be the same classy people we all have come to respect and admire.
My favourite thing about this chanel is that this guy is a teacher! I respect teaching. That's why I keep checking his store when I am looking for a watch or watch accessories, and why I keep watching his videos. Because I want the teaching to continue, whether it's business, watch & learn, or whatever else he wants to teach. We need more variety of perspectives and expertises teaching in this world
@@islandwatch , @benmoore's comment resonates with so many of us. I love watches, have loved purchasing watches from you, and especially love learning from you when you talk about business and career issues. Buying the seller. Customer service. Integrity,. Excellence. All things you exude. Thank you, sir!
I followed Teddy's videos for a while but decided to stop. I have followed your videos, Marc, for several years now, and I plan to continue. I like your style and your approach to business.
We are all glad for Teddy. Like you Marc, he worked so hard. It is a natural progression to offer and promote curated watches to the public. Best of luck to both of you!
About half the watches I've bought from you I saw here first. That said, the first ones I bought about 10 years ago & had no idea you might be on RUclips. You sold me on your store mainly by answering my questions on the phone with my first purchase. I hope you eventually retire wealthy; you've done the work. Your attitude toward another business is outstanding as well. Thanks for what you do.
That's the great thing about this hobby. You and Teddy both have different ways to present ideas and products to us. We all love these totally unnecessary machines we strap to our wrists and frankly, it's a sickness. Here's to no one ever discovering the cure!
Always been impressed by your business acumen, your no-nonsense approach to customer service (have bought several watches from LIW and have returned one with ease), and your hands-on day-to-day control of the biz (I’ve found you typically personally have answered my inquiries; Teddy obviously doesn’t have the time). The analogy you presented in this video was so simple, but so spot on : using RUclips videos to “drive” customers to your on-line store; brilliant!
The customer service from Long Island Watch is amazing. He helped me with something a few years back. I always look at his store first to see if he is carrying what I’m looking for or if there is something comparable or what is new in the Islander line.
I really enjoy your “matter of fact” content that is unique to only you. A very key factor that separates you from everyone else. And your Long Island brand has a ton of value.
Marc, I’m an old timer now and I have always liked time pieces…. Watch you, TGV and Teddy all the time… Love your down to earth approach… Someone said here that you are a teacher and I couldn’t agree more…. You have put on a lot of different tutorials about how to do things like changing straps etc…. This video was excellent not for just the kudos for Teddy but your explanation as to what RUclips is all about…. Loved it and continued success to you…. Greg💯👍
Marc, you’ve navigated and got RUclips working for you. I remember when you pulled the plug on Amazon. I personally have gone from RUclips and purchased from you. 👏🏻
As long time watch guy, long time youtube viewer i love both sides. I like your down to earth, attainable and well spec'd collections. I also love teddy and the refined style as you say. He does so well with that without being pretentious. I appreciate the work from both of you
Back in the day before he blew up, he struck me as a reviewer who didn't... have experience with all that he reviewed. I thought I could review on specs too, and when he started selling watches, I never really felt like I could fully trust his reviews... his intent wasn't clear. Your intent IS clear and you are driving business to your store. I respect that. TGV's intent is clear, to provide honest unbiased reviews... that being said, while I didn't watch much of his content while he blew up, I always like watching videos about watches I am already interested in and I was happy he was putting watches in front of peoples eyes and getting people excited about something other than smart watches. All that said, I am happy for him. He went from hobby to career which is a great thing... means he's passionate about what he does and at the end of the day, I can't hate on that. Congratulations to you Mr. Teddy, I wish you much success in your endeavor.
For what it's worth, I find your channel, website, and most importantly, the prices more approachable than I do with Teddy. I've bought watches from both, but more with you by far. Accessibility is key, and you even make your own designs, which is a huge selling point.
I guess when it comes to RUclips, it's the old saw of "You've gotta spend it to make it", which lots of people don't fully understand. Dedication and consistency count as well. You've put in the work, as have Teddy, Russ, Jody and others. Hats off to all of you!
Marc I really got to hand it to you, you are always so transparent and honest in your videos, this is why I watch your videos and buy from your store! Keep up the grat work.
A very warm and heartfelt video, Marc! I first came across you and LIW from watching TGV's videos, and being born/raised in College Point, NY, purchased a Seiko SKX from you yrs ago. Then came across Teddy and his channel; so now pretty much watch every video the 3 of you put out. However, I have often felt that Tristano is referring to Teddy when he references another channel that does videos to drive business to their online store. If true, is not a good look for him. Keep up the great work!
I am a fan of both Teddy and Marc and it's fantastic to see both of you support each other! I also want to thank Marc for introducing me to horology. My first dress watch (orient symphony) was from LIW. I praise both of you for welcoming everyone to this joyous addiction.
Excellent, honest and no bull video - someone else has already commented that you are a teacher as well as watch seller and manufacturer and nice to hear you telling it like it is from your own point of view.
What Marc and Teddy have in common is enthusiasm, and integrity. No gimmicks, no hype, just honest facts and well-founded opinions. Teddy teaches me what's out there; Marc teaches me how the bloody things work (or not) and what goes into making them reliable and useful tools. I also predict that the sartorial contrast is going to become a running joke in the years ahead.
A big congratulations to you too Marc, we’ve had the privilege of meeting several times and you are always a gentleman. You should congratulate yourself on nearly 200k subscribers and your own amazing collection. You are a big asset to the watch collecting family.
Teddy and TGV started my rabbit hole, quickly got on to JOMW and Long Island Watch, and then MWC. I’ve now bought a watch used from Jody privately and two of his Erebus Origin’s, I’ve bought a bracelet and just the other day ordered a Bertucci from you Marc. Sadly none of the brands I can reasonably afford or the ones I’m into are available to ship to Australia from Teddy. Not sure what I was wanting to say here except, thank you Marc and thank you to all watch content creators for getting me into this awesome (and expensive 😅) hobby!
It’s so easy to get behind Long Island Watch with all of this honesty and good products without stupid inflated prices. I want a nice watch with good info to help me buy it, and I want you to make a loving. Everyone wins.
Truly appreciate your honesty. I bought my first automatic watch from you. TGV had mentioned you more than once as an honest and reliable watch dealer. He was right. I asked quite a few questions and you were patient and answered truthfully.. I'm hope Teddy continues to grow and do well. I know I am far from alone in saying I hope you surpass all of your goals. May your store and brand continue to grow as well. Thank you Marc for all you do for the watch community by sharing your knowledge and being one of the re and trusted dealers we can go to so we may purchase watches and grow in our own journeys in this wonderful hobby we share. Thank you, Anthony
Great vid, Marc! As someone living in flyover country, I am SOOO thankful for online businesses and accompanying digital channels like yours. Without them, I would have never known that Long Island Watch existed. It has opened up the watch world to me and given me so much more variety to enjoy. So happy for Teddy, but will likely never see his brick and mortar shop in person.
I am happy for Teddy, and in Ohio, it’s a great area for him, because there are not many in the area. But what would keep me coming back to you is your ethics, and honesty that I have personally seen. I was doing a mod and sent it to a repair shop you had recommended. They received a part I had sent them and it was wrong/defective , they got another piece from you, didn’t charge me and I never asked them to. I would have had no issue paying for it, but it was the idea, they and you would do that for a customer. A small kindness, touches people who in turn tell other people so I have a family of friends that buy from you, and you never knew. I like Teddy, but I Love you and the Gentry.
Great video, you are a good sport and nice to see that there is room for all of us. Watches were almost a dead thing, especially mechanical movements. Luckily it survived and I hope that future generations appreciate what is truly a wonderful and satisfying hobby. Subscribed !
Teddy is oozes professionalism, and he covers every aspect that's important to viewers. He also does not sound arrogant like other youtubers... also he is somehow "attached" to O'leary, and that I think contributes to his success... b9th your channels are my go to when I need information! Well done to both of you!
Teddy's videos (and prior purchases from him) will be driving me to the store, which is only 45 minutes from my house. Looking forward to visiting there in a couple of weeks.
I couldn't be happier for Teddy. Watching his journey has been amazing! I've also enjoyed seeing the new LI Watch ads on You Tube! I hope it's driving customers to you!
One thing Marc comes across with in spades like Teddy is his sincerity - I’d buy a watch from either of these guys safe in the knowledge I’ll be looked after well
You hit the nail on the head. I’ll be 100% transparent, I make about $100 a month from RUclips. I keep at it because of my passion for watches. You sir are one of my idols and I’ll always be rooting for you. I also look up to Teddy and his success is crazy. I definitely respect him and his team. I would love to see a collab between you 2! ❤
Same thing happens in the automotive space. Doug Demuro started making videos like 10 years ago, Smoking Tire even older. Both have recently started businesses outside of youtube who's success can be heavily credited on the audience they've built up.
This was a very thoughtful and insightful take on Teddy’s store and loved how you didn’t make this a competition between you two. I am subscribed to you now and will be going to your site 👍
Long Island watch has been the birth place of my watch passion. My first ever mechanical watch, an Orient Sun & Moon, was bought after viewing one of your videos. Whenever I had a watch question you always had a how to video. I love how you’re very transparent and honest with your approach. You, TGV, Ben from Ben watch club and Rory have become my point of reference and you really built a positive welcoming community.
Marc: You and Teddy, although sartorial antipodes, have in one very clear thing in common - very apparent basic decency as honest business people who respect and value their customers. I was pleased to meet you in person at Windup in NYC (and have the pic to prove it: think I was your first customer on Saturday) and get hands on with the growing crop of Islanders. You have the keys to continued success--just keep giving us fun design and great value for money wrapped in a straight up, customer-friendly and (hoody-intensive) business model.
I FINALLY bought my first islander about a month ago just based off your videos and how honest and cool you are. The buying experience was so good and the watch was absolutely amazing. I bought 2 more the next week and they are my 3 favorite now (and I have a planet ocean). Islander blue waffle gmt, brookeville linen dial and manhasset
I remember when Teddy started his channel. He didn't know the difference between lug width and lug to lug. And he thought it was called an "expedition" case back. I still gave him a chance, but lost respect for him when he opened his online store because he was still doing "reviews". I don't feel like Long Island Watch does reviews, but rather advertisements. Marc just lets us know what he carries in his online store, what the specs are, and what the price is. No videos about "the best watch for the money" etc. And the watch and learn series is amazing and underrated.
I'm not a big time watch guy, and I was only aware of you from seeing you on another channel. You have a very compelling personality and I'm glad to have learned about your store. You are a class act, like Teddy.
BE YOU. Everyone is having a unique experience. Never compare... One is not better than another. If you are competing with anyone, It is yourself. (to be a better YOU) We appreciate you Marc !
It's indeed a great effort for one enthusiast starting from You Tube platform to opening a spankingly new High End watch store - Enormous amount of resilience and determination involved too. Here's to Teddy - Great Success and Business 😅😊
Marc, I bought my first automatic watch from you - an orient mako II. Any time I get a friend into watches, I recommend your store. A friend bought a turtle from you because of that. I bought a wedding gift Seiko from you. Sure you deal in a different category of watches but we never forget where we started!
I have been watching the different RUclipsr’s in the “watch-verse” since 2013 or 2014. It’s interesting to look back at who has stayed, and who has drifted out of relevancy or, just completely disappeared. It’s also very telling.
Nothing wrong with your image amigo. I would like to think that the majority of people, through seeing your authenticity, wouid gravitate toward a legitimately down to earth hoodie wearing fellow such as yourself. And to add to that, a genuine care for the watch community beyond the modern day grab for fame that’s usually coupled to a “polished” facade. Keep doing what you’re doing Marc, we appreciate you!
As an out of the US viewer I will say that it's unlikely that I will ever buy a watch from either store...but I very very much enjoy and learn a lot from both Marks and Teddys videos. Great resources that support my interest in watches and the broader interest in horology. Thanks Mark.
Well done, Marc. I watch your videos often. I guess unsurprisingly, Teddy's youtube presence is what got me to watching an unhealthy amount of horology related videos (yours included). What I loved about this video is your genuine happiness for one of your colleagues, and the total lack of "haterism." Classy, man. Coincidentally, I was just on your website earlier today (before seeing this video) ready to buy a Tissot PRX, but you didn't have any. I'll definitely check your inventory on my next purchase!
Bought my first Laco from you, Marc. The AU/US exchange rate was good at the time so I bought it. It’s absolutely terrible now so US stores are off limits until that changes…if it changes for the better as it’s shockingly bad right now.
Marc, subscriber and repeat customer of LIW here. I know your integrity and transparency - as you said, your videos are commercials for the store, not disguised as objective reviews. Your collaboration videos with TGV are among the best and most trustworthy watch content on YT. I unsubscribed from Teddy’s channel when he doubled down on his relationship with Kevin O’Leary. I wish Teddy continued success, and hope that with age and maturity he can be more discerning about the company he keeps.
From what people know and say about your integrity and honesty about how you run your business you will be just fine no matter what. As long as you are happy, thats the important thing.
Marc, I started watching Teddy's videos only recently as well as your channel. I enjoy both channels and I learn a lot from both of you. As someone who only recently got back into watches, the content you and Teddy provide have been excellent. Back in the 1980's and 1990's, I was into collecting vintage watches like the 1940's Rolex "Bubblebacks" Hamiltons from the 1930's and Gruen Curvex watches. I even bought some of the first Swatch's from 1983 when they were first introduced. I left the hobby in the late 1990's as vintage watches were becoming insanely high priced as more people were getting into the hobby. Recently, I have returned to the hobby focusing on modern mechanical watches like Seiko, Oriss and others. Your channels have provided a lot of valuable information, and I will continue to follow you guys. Thanks
You're all (all of you watch RUclipsrs) a part of an ecosystem. Teddy's channel was my gateway into this ecosystem and my gateway into automatic watches (I bought a Sternglas Naos from him). From there I got into watching videos from you (I'm here now) TGV's Urban Gentry, Watch Crunch, Just One More Watch, Brave Beaters, and many more. As we speak a delivery truck is about to deliver my Citizen Promaster NY0040-17L which I bought after watching TGV's video about the Marina Militare's dive watch. What's good for one of you is good for all of you.
I just found your channel because of this video. Marc, you seem like a down to Earth, genuinely good man. I love Teddy and hope you both can collaborate soon. Best of continued success.
I started following Teddy last year and purchased many watches online. He's the reason (read between the lines) I purchased an Islander from your website due to its fantastic value for an affordable price. I love my "Wave" its one of my favorites. Thanks again!
To someone who was at one time a Teddy patreon I am really made up he has come this far. He also had the good grace to ask me to stop my financial support when he didn’t need it anymore. Having been a big fan of all the channels you mentioned Marc plus your own of course, it’s really great to see how you guys have seem to grow wings and turn a RUclips channel into a viable business (although I realise yours was up and running anyway).
Marc, I found Teddy when he posted "Shopping for watches with Mr Wonderful" about 3 years ago and the watch collection has grown from 2 to 10, and through the watch guys on RUclips I found Dufrane Watches in my back yard. I've booked an appointment with Steven in two week. People need to support their local artists 😎
This is a collaboration I'm waiting for. I've bought watches & parts from both of you, and I'm definitely a happy return customer. I've bought two of my favorite watches from Teddy (Marathon GSAR & Tissot Heritage 38), I've bought many parts & accessories from your store...most recently, the tool-less micro-adjust bracelet for the Marathon GSAR. I put it on yesterday and it's really a great bracelet. The fit and quality are really impressive. It's an upgrade over the factory bracelet. What I like about both is that you both give excellent customer service. I've never had a bad experience with either store...on the contrary, it's been some of the best watch experiences in the hobby.
Marc, when I first saw this pop up on my RUclips feed, I clicked somewhat anxiously to see your take. I have found that there are some that get very territorial about business in this industry which I can understand, however, I have always been a believer that we should be rooting each other on as our industry is small and that great opportunities will come to those who aim to operate with integrity. Based on your classy and thoughtful take here, I can tell you have a similar philosophy, and this is another indicator of why you have been successful in this 20-year journey with Long Island Watch. I know we have not spoken to one another before, but I hope you continue to succeed for many years to come! PS: I would love to meet one day.
Thanks so much, Teddy! Love to hear from you, and I'm a bit star struck by this!
I've always told others who say "I contacted your competition..." that we are colleagues, not competitors. Keep on rocking!
Despite your hoody Marc, both you guys are Class and why I am a fan of you both.
Teddy, looking forward to you and Mark's video
Both gentleman are class acts...
Wearing a suit or a hoodie doesn't define you having or not having class. It's the way Teddy and Marc carry themselves and how they treat others is what I see as class. Both could wear suits or hoodies and both would be the same classy people we all have come to respect and admire.
Marc, I’ve always figured that the money you save on wardrobe goes into more watch inventory.
LOL, good point.
Absolutely. 😂😂😂
Chuck Finley must be a Burn Notice guy😎
@@charlesmcclune8892 Huh, what are you talking about?
Now that’s pretty funny.
My favourite thing about this chanel is that this guy is a teacher! I respect teaching. That's why I keep checking his store when I am looking for a watch or watch accessories, and why I keep watching his videos. Because I want the teaching to continue, whether it's business, watch & learn, or whatever else he wants to teach. We need more variety of perspectives and expertises teaching in this world
Wow, thanks! That's very kind of you.
@@islandwatch , @benmoore's comment resonates with so many of us. I love watches, have loved purchasing watches from you, and especially love learning from you when you talk about business and career issues. Buying the seller. Customer service. Integrity,. Excellence. All things you exude. Thank you, sir!
I followed Teddy's videos for a while but decided to stop. I have followed your videos, Marc, for several years now, and I plan to continue. I like your style and your approach to business.
I appreciate the watch & learn so much. Looking forward to purchasing from the channel as my way of saying thank you. 😊
What? Chanel is a perfume!
rising tide lifts all ships. Teddy's videos got me into watches....and here i am watching and learning about you!
For sure they do!
Teddy and TGV for me 🤘
Same. It was actually a men’s style collab video, which featured Teddy, that got me into watches.
Same.
Well said and it is sad how many fail to understand this!
I admire how honest and genuine you are Mark.
We are all glad for Teddy. Like you Marc, he worked so hard. It is a natural progression to offer and promote curated watches to the public. Best of luck to both of you!
thanks so much
Marc and Teddy are both class acts. Great job both of them and best of luck!
thanks so much!
Nothing like your honesty, mate. You have so much appreciation for it!! Extremely collegial thing you did there ☝🏻🙏🏻
I appreciate that!
About half the watches I've bought from you I saw here first. That said, the first ones I bought about 10 years ago & had no idea you might be on RUclips. You sold me on your store mainly by answering my questions on the phone with my first purchase. I hope you eventually retire wealthy; you've done the work. Your attitude toward another business is outstanding as well. Thanks for what you do.
Thank you very much
Marc. I wish both you and Teddy success in all your endeavors. You both deserve it.
Same to you!
I'm an engineer, so I enjoy your vids 10x. I like watches that are well made and that work. You get that.
Interests in mechanical and fashion watches is making a comeback. And it's thanks to guys like you two. Keep up the great work!
That's the great thing about this hobby. You and Teddy both have different ways to present ideas and products to us. We all love these totally unnecessary machines we strap to our wrists and frankly, it's a sickness. Here's to no one ever discovering the cure!
Always been impressed by your business acumen, your no-nonsense approach to customer service (have bought several watches from LIW and have returned one with ease), and your hands-on day-to-day control of the biz (I’ve found you typically personally have answered my inquiries; Teddy obviously doesn’t have the time). The analogy you presented in this video was so simple, but so spot on : using RUclips videos to “drive” customers to your on-line store; brilliant!
Great video, thanks for the honesty. Props to Teddy for having the stones to open a store, good luck to him.
ditto!
Always appreciate your honest thoughts and transparency, Marc!
Thanks so much, Jonathan. Appreciate you watching
Congrats to Teddy. I really wish he included you in his year end videos.
No worries.
The customer service from Long Island Watch is amazing. He helped me with something a few years back. I always look at his store first to see if he is carrying what I’m looking for or if there is something comparable or what is new in the Islander line.
Many thanks for that.
Yup, bought a Squale a few years back. Easiest process I’ve ever had purchasing a watch online.
From watching this video, I've realized having a watch that works equally well under a hoodie and a dress shirt is what works for me.
Truth! Teddy got me into watches and I've purchased a few watches from your store.
I really enjoy your “matter of fact” content that is unique to only you. A very key factor that separates you from everyone else. And your Long Island brand has a ton of value.
Thanks so much
Marc, I’m an old timer now and I have always liked time pieces…. Watch you, TGV and Teddy all the time… Love your down to earth approach… Someone said here that you are a teacher and I couldn’t agree more…. You have put on a lot of different tutorials about how to do things like changing straps etc…. This video was excellent not for just the kudos for Teddy but your explanation as to what RUclips is all about…. Loved it and continued success to you…. Greg💯👍
Marc, you’ve navigated and got RUclips working for you. I remember when you pulled the plug on Amazon. I personally have gone from RUclips and purchased from you. 👏🏻
As long time watch guy, long time youtube viewer i love both sides. I like your down to earth, attainable and well spec'd collections. I also love teddy and the refined style as you say. He does so well with that without being pretentious. I appreciate the work from both of you
All I know is, I'm glad I found you and your channel! I'm loving my new Seiko 110th Anniversary Limited Edition SRPK41 ... cheers!
Great video - have always admired your integrety (and your business videos are especially fun, as a business owner for 20 years).
I appreciate that! Thank you!
Back in the day before he blew up, he struck me as a reviewer who didn't... have experience with all that he reviewed. I thought I could review on specs too, and when he started selling watches, I never really felt like I could fully trust his reviews... his intent wasn't clear. Your intent IS clear and you are driving business to your store. I respect that. TGV's intent is clear, to provide honest unbiased reviews... that being said, while I didn't watch much of his content while he blew up, I always like watching videos about watches I am already interested in and I was happy he was putting watches in front of peoples eyes and getting people excited about something other than smart watches.
All that said, I am happy for him. He went from hobby to career which is a great thing... means he's passionate about what he does and at the end of the day, I can't hate on that.
Congratulations to you Mr. Teddy, I wish you much success in your endeavor.
For what it's worth, I find your channel, website, and most importantly, the prices more approachable than I do with Teddy. I've bought watches from both, but more with you by far. Accessibility is key, and you even make your own designs, which is a huge selling point.
I'd say it's certainly more upscale, which the world needs.
I guess when it comes to RUclips, it's the old saw of "You've gotta spend it to make it", which lots of people don't fully understand. Dedication and consistency count as well. You've put in the work, as have Teddy, Russ, Jody and others. Hats off to all of you!
Marc, you are totally classy and full of integrity and love your honesty and sharing all the time.
Human decency is still our most valuable currency. Both Teddy and Marc are wealthy men!
;)
Marc I really got to hand it to you, you are always so transparent and honest in your videos, this is why I watch your videos and buy from your store! Keep up the grat work.
Thank you Mark for this video. I just love your non-watch but still kind of watch related videos.
thanks!
A very warm and heartfelt video, Marc!
I first came across you and LIW from watching TGV's videos, and being born/raised in College Point, NY, purchased a Seiko SKX from you yrs ago.
Then came across Teddy and his channel; so now pretty much watch every video the 3 of you put out. However, I have often felt that Tristano is referring to Teddy when he references another channel that does videos to drive business to their online store. If true, is not a good look for him.
Keep up the great work!
Wearing my Islander you helped me repair months ago when you didn't have to while watching this :)
That's awesome, thank you
I love Marc and his channel because of his honesty. He just comes across as a genuine person. You cannot put a dollar value on that.
I am a fan of both Teddy and Marc and it's fantastic to see both of you support each other! I also want to thank Marc for introducing me to horology. My first dress watch (orient symphony) was from LIW. I praise both of you for welcoming everyone to this joyous addiction.
Excellent, honest and no bull video - someone else has already commented that you are a teacher as well as watch seller and manufacturer and nice to hear you telling it like it is from your own point of view.
I appreciate that!
What Marc and Teddy have in common is enthusiasm, and integrity. No gimmicks, no hype, just honest facts and well-founded opinions. Teddy teaches me what's out there; Marc teaches me how the bloody things work (or not) and what goes into making them reliable and useful tools. I also predict that the sartorial contrast is going to become a running joke in the years ahead.
Big fan of you Marc, and Teddy as well. Hard to believe Teddy is only 25. Come a long way.
A big congratulations to you too Marc, we’ve had the privilege of meeting several times and you are always a gentleman. You should congratulate yourself on nearly 200k subscribers and your own amazing collection. You are a big asset to the watch collecting family.
Teddy and TGV started my rabbit hole, quickly got on to JOMW and Long Island Watch, and then MWC. I’ve now bought a watch used from Jody privately and two of his Erebus Origin’s, I’ve bought a bracelet and just the other day ordered a Bertucci from you Marc. Sadly none of the brands I can reasonably afford or the ones I’m into are available to ship to Australia from Teddy. Not sure what I was wanting to say here except, thank you Marc and thank you to all watch content creators for getting me into this awesome (and expensive 😅) hobby!
That Kilburg Geochron in the background is lovely
Great Job, Mark... i respect your thoughts and opinions. You too, are a First Class Operation!!
It’s so easy to get behind Long Island Watch with all of this honesty and good products without stupid inflated prices. I want a nice watch with good info to help me buy it, and I want you to make a loving. Everyone wins.
Truly appreciate your honesty. I bought my first automatic watch from you. TGV had mentioned you more than once as an honest and reliable watch dealer. He was right. I asked quite a few questions and you were patient and answered truthfully..
I'm hope Teddy continues to grow and do well. I know I am far from alone in saying I hope you surpass all of your goals. May your store and brand continue to grow as well. Thank you Marc for all you do for the watch community by sharing your knowledge and being one of the re and trusted dealers we can go to so we may purchase watches and grow in our own journeys in this wonderful hobby we share. Thank you, Anthony
Thanks so much for watching and commenting.
Great vid, Marc! As someone living in flyover country, I am SOOO thankful for online businesses and accompanying digital channels like yours. Without them, I would have never known that Long Island Watch existed. It has opened up the watch world to me and given me so much more variety to enjoy. So happy for Teddy, but will likely never see his brick and mortar shop in person.
Great to hear from you, Nick! Thanks for watching as always, for buying, and commenting.
Mark, your decency and sincerity make you one in a gazillion. Bless you. (And best of luck Mr. Teddy!)
I am happy for Teddy, and in Ohio, it’s a great area for him, because there are not many in the area.
But what would keep me coming back to you is your ethics, and honesty that I have personally seen. I was doing a mod and sent it to a repair shop you had recommended. They received a part I had sent them and it was wrong/defective , they got another piece from you, didn’t charge me and I never asked them to. I would have had no issue paying for it, but it was the idea, they and you would do that for a customer. A small kindness, touches people who in turn tell other people so I have a family of friends that buy from you, and you never knew. I like Teddy, but I Love you and the Gentry.
what watch shop are you referring to?
@@Exiaprime00 I want to say TicToc watch repair…but don’t quote me on that
Great video, you are a good sport and nice to see that there is room for all of us. Watches were almost a dead thing, especially mechanical movements. Luckily it survived and I hope that future generations appreciate what is truly a wonderful and satisfying hobby. Subscribed !
Teddy is oozes professionalism, and he covers every aspect that's important to viewers. He also does not sound arrogant like other youtubers... also he is somehow "attached" to O'leary, and that I think contributes to his success... b9th your channels are my go to when I need information! Well done to both of you!
Great video, Marc. You and Teddy seem like good guys.
Hope you both continue to do well long into the future!👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
Teddy's videos (and prior purchases from him) will be driving me to the store, which is only 45 minutes from my house. Looking forward to visiting there in a couple of weeks.
That's great!!!!
Same here. Happy to have it in my neck of the woods.
I bought my Orient Sun & Moon from his website. Bought my Zeppelin LZ-129, Red Star Moonphase and my Islander ISL-48 from your store.
Your 'Watch and Learn' series taught me everything I know about watches. Not only that, I bought most of my watches from you.
I couldn't be happier for Teddy. Watching his journey has been amazing! I've also enjoyed seeing the new LI Watch ads on You Tube! I hope it's driving customers to you!
Thank you!! They are working.
One thing Marc comes across with in spades like Teddy is his sincerity - I’d buy a watch from either of these guys safe in the knowledge I’ll be looked after well
that's great, thank you
You hit the nail on the head. I’ll be 100% transparent, I make about $100 a month from RUclips. I keep at it because of my passion for watches. You sir are one of my idols and I’ll always be rooting for you. I also look up to Teddy and his success is crazy. I definitely respect him and his team. I would love to see a collab between you 2! ❤
Thanks so much Miguel. It's sad how much YT pays :( keep on rocking
@@islandwatch ❤️
Same thing happens in the automotive space. Doug Demuro started making videos like 10 years ago, Smoking Tire even older. Both have recently started businesses outside of youtube who's success can be heavily credited on the audience they've built up.
Thank you for being honest
This was a very thoughtful and insightful take on Teddy’s store and loved how you didn’t make this a competition between you two. I am subscribed to you now and will be going to your site 👍
Long Island watch has been the birth place of my watch passion. My first ever mechanical watch, an Orient Sun & Moon, was bought after viewing one of your videos. Whenever I had a watch question you always had a how to video. I love how you’re very transparent and honest with your approach. You, TGV, Ben from Ben watch club and Rory have become my point of reference and you really built a positive welcoming community.
Marc: You and Teddy, although sartorial antipodes, have in one very clear thing in common - very apparent basic decency as honest business people who respect and value their customers. I was pleased to meet you in person at Windup in NYC (and have the pic to prove it: think I was your first customer on Saturday) and get hands on with the growing crop of Islanders. You have the keys to continued success--just keep giving us fun design and great value for money wrapped in a straight up, customer-friendly and (hoody-intensive) business model.
As long as those gorgeous Islander dails keep coming. One will be on my wrist soon!
I FINALLY bought my first islander about a month ago just based off your videos and how honest and cool you are. The buying experience was so good and the watch was absolutely amazing. I bought 2 more the next week and they are my 3 favorite now (and I have a planet ocean). Islander blue waffle gmt, brookeville linen dial and manhasset
I remember when Teddy started his channel. He didn't know the difference between lug width and lug to lug. And he thought it was called an "expedition" case back. I still gave him a chance, but lost respect for him when he opened his online store because he was still doing "reviews". I don't feel like Long Island Watch does reviews, but rather advertisements. Marc just lets us know what he carries in his online store, what the specs are, and what the price is. No videos about "the best watch for the money" etc. And the watch and learn series is amazing and underrated.
I'm not a big time watch guy, and I was only aware of you from seeing you on another channel. You have a very compelling personality and I'm glad to have learned about your store. You are a class act, like Teddy.
BE YOU. Everyone is having a unique experience. Never compare... One is not better than another. If you are competing with anyone, It is yourself. (to be a better YOU) We appreciate you Marc !
It's indeed a great effort for one enthusiast starting from You Tube platform to opening a spankingly new High End watch store - Enormous amount of resilience and determination involved too. Here's to Teddy - Great Success and Business 😅😊
I appreciate the honest take here. Good show!
Marc, I bought my first automatic watch from you - an orient mako II. Any time I get a friend into watches, I recommend your store. A friend bought a turtle from you because of that. I bought a wedding gift Seiko from you. Sure you deal in a different category of watches but we never forget where we started!
I have been watching the different RUclipsr’s in the “watch-verse” since 2013 or 2014. It’s interesting to look back at who has stayed, and who has drifted out of relevancy or, just completely disappeared. It’s also very telling.
Nothing wrong with your image amigo. I would like to think that the majority of people, through seeing your authenticity, wouid gravitate toward a legitimately down to earth hoodie wearing fellow such as yourself. And to add to that, a genuine care for the watch community beyond the modern day grab for fame that’s usually coupled to a “polished” facade.
Keep doing what you’re doing Marc, we appreciate you!
This is probably your best video ever. Very well done.
As an out of the US viewer I will say that it's unlikely that I will ever buy a watch from either store...but I very very much enjoy and learn a lot from both Marks and Teddys videos. Great resources that support my interest in watches and the broader interest in horology. Thanks Mark.
Well done, Marc. I watch your videos often. I guess unsurprisingly, Teddy's youtube presence is what got me to watching an unhealthy amount of horology related videos (yours included). What I loved about this video is your genuine happiness for one of your colleagues, and the total lack of "haterism." Classy, man. Coincidentally, I was just on your website earlier today (before seeing this video) ready to buy a Tissot PRX, but you didn't have any. I'll definitely check your inventory on my next purchase!
Thank you.
I enjoy almost all RUclipsrs. Best to luck to both of you.
Extremely happy for Teddy as I watch his videos from time to time.
Teddy had people 5-6 years ago. that's meaningful. look forward to visiting a dedicated watch store next time i'm in Cleveland.
Bought my first Laco from you, Marc.
The AU/US exchange rate was good at the time so I bought it. It’s absolutely terrible now so US stores are off limits until that changes…if it changes for the better as it’s shockingly bad right now.
Marc, subscriber and repeat customer of LIW here. I know your integrity and transparency - as you said, your videos are commercials for the store, not disguised as objective reviews. Your collaboration videos with TGV are among the best and most trustworthy watch content on YT. I unsubscribed from Teddy’s channel when he doubled down on his relationship with Kevin O’Leary. I wish Teddy continued success, and hope that with age and maturity he can be more discerning about the company he keeps.
From what people know and say about your integrity and honesty about how you run your business you will be just fine no matter what. As long as you are happy, thats the important thing.
Marc, I started watching Teddy's videos only recently as well as your channel. I enjoy both channels and I learn a lot from both of you. As someone who only recently got back into watches, the content you and Teddy provide have been excellent. Back in the 1980's and 1990's, I was into collecting vintage watches like the 1940's Rolex "Bubblebacks" Hamiltons from the 1930's and Gruen Curvex watches. I even bought some of the first Swatch's from 1983 when they were first introduced. I left the hobby in the late 1990's as vintage watches were becoming insanely high priced as more people were getting into the hobby. Recently, I have returned to the hobby focusing on modern mechanical watches like Seiko, Oriss and others. Your channels have provided a lot of valuable information, and I will continue to follow you guys. Thanks
Great, honest take on the business. Thanks for the transparency .... Subscribed!
A classically classical take, from a classy guy. World needs more dudes like Marc!
very interesting honest video. Thanks for showing how the sausage is made.
Teddy got me into watches. From there I discovered Urban Gentry and I believe that’s why I am now watching one of your videos for the first time!
You're all (all of you watch RUclipsrs) a part of an ecosystem. Teddy's channel was my gateway into this ecosystem and my gateway into automatic watches (I bought a Sternglas Naos from him). From there I got into watching videos from you (I'm here now) TGV's Urban Gentry, Watch Crunch, Just One More Watch, Brave Beaters, and many more. As we speak a delivery truck is about to deliver my Citizen Promaster NY0040-17L which I bought after watching TGV's video about the Marina Militare's dive watch. What's good for one of you is good for all of you.
I think of Teddy, Marc, and The Urban Gentry as the top sources of reputable watch content. Thank you guys
I just found your channel because of this video. Marc, you seem like a down to Earth, genuinely good man. I love Teddy and hope you both can collaborate soon.
Best of continued success.
Love the positivity between you guys. The world needs more of this. All the best to you both.
I started following Teddy last year and purchased many watches online. He's the reason (read between the lines) I purchased an Islander from your website due to its fantastic value for an affordable price. I love my "Wave" its one of my favorites. Thanks again!
To someone who was at one time a Teddy patreon I am really made up he has come this far. He also had the good grace to ask me to stop my financial support when he didn’t need it anymore. Having been a big fan of all the channels you mentioned Marc plus your own of course, it’s really great to see how you guys have seem to grow wings and turn a RUclips channel into a viable business (although I realise yours was up and running anyway).
That's great news. Teddy deserves it. He does have a lot of style. He'll pull it off!!!
Mark, what an awesome video you 100% lay down the law on RUclips!! I’m so glad you speak your mind and you tell her like it is you’re a gem!!
Marc is awesome, always responds to my messages about watches, and is super polite, wishing the best for Marc's business and its growth....aloha Marc!
I found your channel because of Teddy. You’re 100% correct.
This video is just one more reason why you are one of the good guys Marc. Keep on keepin' on!
Marc, I found Teddy when he posted "Shopping for watches with Mr Wonderful" about 3 years ago and the watch collection has grown from 2 to 10, and through the watch guys on RUclips I found Dufrane Watches in my back yard. I've booked an appointment with Steven in two week. People need to support their local artists 😎
This is a collaboration I'm waiting for. I've bought watches & parts from both of you, and I'm definitely a happy return customer. I've bought two of my favorite watches from Teddy (Marathon GSAR & Tissot Heritage 38), I've bought many parts & accessories from your store...most recently, the tool-less micro-adjust bracelet for the Marathon GSAR. I put it on yesterday and it's really a great bracelet. The fit and quality are really impressive. It's an upgrade over the factory bracelet.
What I like about both is that you both give excellent customer service. I've never had a bad experience with either store...on the contrary, it's been some of the best watch experiences in the hobby.