I’m a fan of taking it slow but getting a grail piece quickly, then working backwards. Sounds weird, but once you identify your grail piece, get it, then when you have the itch, you aren’t always trying to climb a ladder at price points and can enjoy the cheaper watches for what they really offer. Seems to have worked for me, YMMV.
I absolutely agree. I am eyeing a Rolex Pepsi, and then move towards the more affordable Hamilton Panda Chrono and the Seagul 1963. Lol, but that's what I want.
Been into the hobby for 30 years(more than half my life). I group my watches into dress, diver/sports, and chrono. Sold almost my entire collection and left 4 grail pieces. When I see a watch I like I'd ask myself if I'd replace any of my current pieces with it. For the last 5 years my answer has been no. Time to appreciate and give our watches the wrist time they deserve. 🙏
Serial flipper, so I imposed a 2 Year Rule on mine - so if I'm going to buy it, am I going to be happy with it enough to keep it for 2 years? And anything I already had couldn't be sold until I'd had it 2 years. Net result is I've stopped impulse buying things, and learned to wear through the niggles/don't like it phases. Last bought a watch - a Black Bay 41 - in Jan last year.
I got down to 4 pieces and have stopped for now. New Seamaster 300M white dial/black bezel, older B&R 03-92 steel, Seiko Sarb033 and the CasiOak. It’s a pretty good mix and heck I can only wear one at once.
I think investing in the Pelagos (thinking P39) might be one of the ways Tudor is fighting becoming "the Black Bay Company". And I think we might see them emphasising other watches and introducing new watches outside of the BB line for this exact reason.
Hope to see the Ranger line expanded too - with a more modern take. White lume in blocks with trim, not printed faux. Like a mash up of an Explorer 1610 and the modern one. Hopefully awesome Pelagos 39 shows modern looking Tudor watches sell.
This is why I only have 1 watch (Orient Kamasu) for already a few years and really try to get the most out of that one (changing straps). Buying new ones too many or too fast only satisfies for a very short period of time.
@@robertbarta4912 I think you can have a 1 watch collection, its all in the mindset. Kind of like someone who is a watch collector who has one piece and always trades it for the next. They're definitely a collector but they only have one watch. And if you're watching Teddy B Q&A you definitely have a collectors mindset.
I'm at 25 over the course of ~8 years. Definitely have a couple that were emotional buys that I probably didn't really due my due diligence on. But overall, each is a different style and complication that I just ended up liking.
I have 14 watches in my watch collection. Given the wide array of dial colors that I have, it gives me a chance to wear all of them to match my clothing, at least once, within a two week period. People do this with shoes and other articles of clothing. So as long as you can afford it, I don't think large watch collections are excessive.
Original Pelagos is the best watch they make. No one else makes a watch like that. Matte, real diver specs, titanium, 70hr reserve, killer super adjustable bracelet. Pure Tool. Perfect.
My practice is it’s ok to LOVE a watch and not purchase. I appreciate it from afar. Maybe I take a few months and if I still feel the same, and nothing better has come along, then I buy it! But most often I find a better watch and the entire process starts again 😂 - Aaron
My collection is eight, which works perfectly for me. One automatic luxury/tool, one automatic dive, one automatic GMT, one automatic field, one quartz beater, and three that were gifted to me, specifically, one quartz fashion watch, one gold quartz dress watch, and one gold dress manual wind. Each has a specific use - some even have interesting stories/history behind them - and eight is a number of watches that ensure each will get at least some wrist time (although the dress watches see less than the others).
As someone that is in underwriting, most insurance carriers have a policy called an inland marine/personal articles to cover your watches, jewelry, and other items on. By covering solely on your homeowners or renters insurance, if you make a claim, it will become a ratable claim and your rates will go up. Too many claims and they will cancel your policy. For this reason, I highly suggest putting watches on an inland marine policy.
I have a *large* collection, but it used to be much larger ... Why not buy everything you might like? Helps to let you understand *what* you like and *why* ... and then you can sell off -- or, if you're in the position where you can / are willing to help fund the magic and madness for some newer people, *give away* -- the other ones.
The short answer why you shouldn't buy everything you might like is, because you might like a lot of watches, more than you can reasonably afford. But, I get it. Sometimes the enjoyment of rapidly expanding a collection is part of the appeal of this hobby. Just don't go broke doing it.
Good to see the Tudor Style getting a bit of a shout-out. Very cool and underrated in my opinion. Also, it's the only watch under the Hans Wilsdorf Foundation with a nonprecious metal fluted bezel. If dressier watches start coming back into fashion I could see the style becoming more popular. That all said, I'm excited to see what Tudor does this year. Hoping for a burgundy bezel Pelagos 39.
Love the video. You Should do more like this. I stared collecting recently due to your videos & information on your website. When I bought my first watches, I mentioned your name & everyone knows about you in a GOOD WAY! I did what the woman said at the beginning & bought 2 watches together & spent $9,300 a month ago. Now 2 days ago bought the Tissot PRX Automatic. Now can't wait to buy another watch. My friends & sister think I am nuts. You do need to take a step back & decide what type of collection you want. Not just based on price & status. To answer about insurance. I have State Farm for Homeowners & they have a "Personal Articles Policy" totally separate. Covers not just watches but Jewelry as well. I am in the process of getting my Jewelry appraised. Once I submit the prices for the watches & the appraisal, they will quote me a price. Keep up the great job!!
Thank you for saying that even at $200/watch it adds up and it's money. You do a great job of highlighting that no matter the budget it is an impact on the resources a person has available.
I think it is GOOD to make some mistakes at the beginning, such as buying too quickly. When you make those mistakes, it REALLY helps inform your future buying decisions. I bought about 6-7 watches in my first year I will likely never wear again, but, there are REASONS I could only really learn by falling in love with a watch, getting it, and slowly falling out of love that helps inform my future decisions. I tried multiple styles, sizes, movements, etc...and really found that specific thing that made me pull the trigger early, and the things that ultimately led me to sell or give away those watches. I also got a watch (Bulova lunar pilot) that NOW I might not buy (size, color, movement, brand, etc...), but I wear it often. My collection is now down to 4 watches, 1 of which I wear 50% of the time, and the other 3 spend equal time in that rotation. As long as someone isn't going broke or into debt, those learning experiences are well worth it.
I love this channel and thanks to this i just treated myself to the most expensive watch i’ve ever worn (which by watch standards is VERY budget). I got a Seiko Pressage Japanese Zen Garden.
I insured thru Allstate since they already covered my home and car… they provide insurance if anything we’re to happen to my watch for any reason around the globe up to the appraisal value. I believe 1% is correct as a yearly fee. It’s amazing how much more comfortable I feel wearing my watch since it’s been insured
I was recently ready to make a bigger purchase watch relative to my budget, so my choices were originally btwn a Tudor BB58 or a GS spring drive. In the end, I went with pre-ordering a Bel Canto. It's definitely different from my usual choices and I think my friends likely won't understand the choice but I think that's what differentiate one as a watch enthusiast and one who isn't.
For me a watch has to fit me well, be well made, well finished and represent good value for money - that’s a ‘good watch’ in my book - How many watches do you ‘need?’ - depends on you but 40 plus got way too much for me - now I have one sentimental watch (CWC 72 Mellor birth year watch) - one dressy / sports / do it all watch (Tissot PRX 35mm) - one beater (Casioak) - one grail watch (in my case a TAG Aquaracer) - and I’m done
I don't consider myself a watch collector. Rather, I am just a guy who likes having a watch on my wrist and also likes variety. Earlier today I ordered a Bulova Lunar Pilot reference number 96B251, yeah, one of the honking 45mm guys. I didn't buy it to see its value climb; I bought it because I grew up during the Apollo moon landing era and was glued to the news whenever a mission was underway. I remember watching on TV, "Live from the Moon," when David Scott wore his Lunar Pilot on the surface. That's why this watch is joining my "collection."
I found your comment towards Christopher Ward very interesting and good 👍 I bought a C65 GMT about two years ago. Many youtuber are finally recognizing what they achieved. Unique design, high quality bracelets (on the fly adjustment, quick release system) swiss movements for a real steal as a price point. Many old swiss brands can learn from them:)
So we all know the rules around a Swiss watch needing 60% of its production value to be generated within Switzerland to be considered Swiss made. (Movement components need to be 50% manufactured in Switzerland) Of course, this includes assembly & testing which doesn’t physically contribute to the watch in real terms. Question, in terms of weight, is a Tudor watch more Chinese or more Swiss? I reckon it’s more Chinese than Swiss. It has to be to make it work from a bottom line point of view. Change my mind……? Love to see a video on this Teddy. 👍🏻
I collect vintage omega watches. But last year I bought my first quartz watch. I bought an Invicta two-toned blue pro diver 37mm watch for $49.00. It is dead-bang accurate. Today I veered again. I purchased a Seiko green Alpinist watch. My collection of vintage Omega watches is doing good. Tonight I am wearing a 1943 black-faced 15 jewel 30t2 manual wind world war two watch.
You are right about taking your time. I definitely jumped in a bit too fast. I feel very fortunate, and I love my watches, but spending that much in such a short time, it does put a toll on my mind. The downturn in the market last year really gave me a lot of stress, juggling between losses in the stock market and paying for my other living expenses. Watches afterall should be something happy to enjoy, but sometimes the FOMO can get to you. It's hard to say no to an SA. you never know will they give you another chance later.
7:18 I don't know why the Style collection falls under the radar for so many people... I own one and I love the simple and 50s-60s silhouette of the watch
Happy to see you mention the Tudor Style, Teddy. I saw the burgundy dial and was stunned! Kinda holding off and hoping they put the MT caliber in there.
As for insurance, a homeowner's policy will allow you to schedule jewelry items. In most cases this coverage is a great option for the "average" person. If you get into the high end ($50k and up), there are companies (like you mentioned) that focus solely on this category. If you rent a home/apartment, the ability to schedule the items is generally available; however, the limits will be significantly lower than what's avail under a home policy. The primary benefit to scheduling the items under a home policy is often $0 deductibles, world wide coverage, theft and mysterious disappearance is part of the coverage. This is significantly diff from adding an endorsement to increase your jewelry limits. If you assume/keep it under your personal property limits, you will have a deductible, and you don't have mysterious disappearance (for example, you're on a beach trip and your diver watch is suddenly not on your wrist when you got back on the boat/shore.
for me it's three. my daily is 2022 ranger. casio diver is my beater/work watch and i have a speidel LCD watch that looks like a casio but is all metal and larger (34mm), and it's on twist o flex bracelet which alone was worth the $25 i paid on clearance for the watch
My collection is a constant ebb and flow. I'm currently holding around 30+ pieces, all on the inexpensive end of the market, my highest value pieces being Orient, Citizen, and Seiko. I've found that I'm too nervous wearing anything of greater value, for fear of damaging or losing it. I like my watches relatively pristine. That being said, there are always new and exciting things to drool over and consider. Everything I'm currently interested in is put on a ranked buy list, where it may stay for days, weeks, or even years while I consider each one and shop around for the best price. Many pieces eventually drop off the list because after the initial infatuation I see something that doesn't quite match my aesthetic or ergonomic expectations. I have to ask myself, what aesthetic/emotional need does this particular watch fill, how close does it come to the goal, and is this just a stopgap until the more perfect piece comes along? I also ask my wife and daughters for their opinions, and they always point out things I don't initially see. Even so, I sometimes pay the literal price for an impulse buy, and either return an item immediately, or resell after a few wears. I lose a bit of money, but maybe learn a good lesson about my wants and what I'm willing to deal with. (My most recent lesson: no butterfly clasps, no pins and collars, especially on a watch that is not conducive to an aftermarket bracelet or strap.) On the other side of the equation, pieces that I bought a few years or even more than a decade ago I will eventually resell, gift, or (gasp) throw away if it's no longer working and not worth the cost to repair. That's led to a few sad retirements, but in the end, I remind myself that they are just things.
I have a mixture ,a Mido Ocean Star GMT ,a Rado 1957 red flume golden horse,a Girard perrigeux,The Ball cannonball train master and the Oris Aquis in grey.I also do not see the point in collecting a watch to stuff away and never use.I agree with previous comments ,a mixture of dress ,sporty diving,and a nice bold Chrono is the way to go.
The Cartier tank must is definitely the spearhead of making dress watches cool again. I think most people don’t want to spend thousands of dollars on a watch that could break if it gets a little wet. The tank must has positioned itself at a point of exclusivity without being too expensive and allows people to get into a watch with classic style. I think if more brands realize that their dress pieces are never going to be their cash cows and find ways to make them more affordable and available, then that’s when the wave will hit.
just over one year into the hobby now. I have 10 watches now, ranging from a few Chinese watches and up to Seiko, Tissot, Hamilton and Raymond Weil, plus a vintage gold Certina dress-watch, and a Bulova Super Seville (old model with the dial nearer the crystal, and about no sign of wear).
I think what Tudor will do next is add t-fit clasp to the entire BB lineup (if not to all their watches). A small step but many will add another Tudor just because of the improved comfort.
Does anyone else ever just pull out their whole collection and just stare at it for twenty minutes taking in its beauty. then realize the amount of money you spent and think to yourself how effing dumb you are for doing so. But then realize every penny was worth it because of the happiness it brings you. Or I am just weird and crazy???
as the person behind question 1, pretty much this, except i dont think about how effing dumb i am for doing so. life is for living, for enjoying, and as long as im not putting myself under financial stress then every penny was indeed worth it for the joy.
I think more people do this than would care to admit, at least the looking at a large collection and getting a measure of satisfaction and happiness from it. It's almost like that's looked down upon, to have that collector's mentality that runs contrary to some pure, utilitarian notion that watches should only be bought if they can get adequate wear time. People do this with an infinite number of other hobbies. For me, this is the only hobby that I spend actual money on. Whatever brings you joy in whatever way.
if you bought your watches "good"...I mean meanly not paying full retail price but with a good discount or on the second hand market, your money is not really gone....the money is still there (sure with some fluctuations through time) in the watches.....so no, not dumb at all......and with the watches it brings you true joy....imagine having spend the same amount of money on the stock market....how boring is that?
The short answer to the ideal collection size is 8 to at most 12. We collectors joke about the perfect number of watches being N + 1, and over time we sometimes find ourselves with way more watches than we can possibly wear. 32 watches in less then a year is too many, and I say that as someone who has gone overboard buying watches at times. Even if we are careful, we can accumulate too many watches that eventually take on sentimental value. In my collection, that number is 8, including my 3 watches that belonged to my Dad, 1 that belonged to my grandfather, a watch I bought myself when I was in Europe, a watch I bought when i graduated law school, and several watches my wife bought me. Can't sell them, even if I don't wear some of them much anymore. So what is the right number? I have thought about it and I think putting sentimental favorites aside, the maximum number is 8 to 10, and certainly no sensible person needs more than 12. (not that it would stop many of us). So why 8? Because that is about what most people can wear in a rotation and bond with. And it is more than what most people need for their lifestyles. It could be fewer than 8, but probably shouldn't be more than 12, or you will find a lot of your watches sitting in a box, not getting used. First how many watches are actually getting worn day to day? What do most people need? 2 or 3 nice every day watches, 2 rugged GADA watches, 1 beater, and one special occasion watch. That is 7. Add a wild card, just something unique to the individual and you have 8. Add a few sentimental favorites and you are up to 12. I can tell you from experience, once you get past about 20, it is hard to wear in a rotation, and inevitably, some of your collection might go months, or even years without getting used.
I have been collecting for two years and have accumulated 30 to 40 pieces to explore different movements, dial colors, complications and sizes. I have concluded with my grail just recently buying an Omega Seamaster 300. Now, I have definitely slowed down and will not buy another watch unless I also sell a watch. I feel I must appreciate what I have instead of always looking for something new. But I continue to watch review after review and I am always learning.
30 to 40 pieces? I gather that they're low-price watches, under $1,000. I think you'll find that you can't really sell those. Oh, you could probably sell them on ebay but you'll probably get a third of what you paid and have to pay commissions to ebay and Paypal while you're at it.
Quick question , is the Rado high ceramic with skeletonized/transparent dial worth the $3500-4000 price tag with the modified ETA movement? The watch is beautiful and I am in love with but don’t know if the movement justifies the price. I know the price is more about using the ceramic but $4000 is a lot
I feel like you test the waters starting out by getting some lower end pieces and wanting a new watch often, then perhaps diving into your first Swiss watch and some microbrands as you learn more and more about the hobby. Eventually to where I am today where I'm selling off pieces to get one grail piece and will have about 5 watches in my collection. I think collecting differs for folks depending on where they are in life and there financial situation. I still get the itch to buy but i'm much better and telling myself to wait. As for Tudor I agree they are too dependent on the Black Bay, I see those everywhere for resale and yes I understand you want to keep expanding the brand that's making you bank but it's about time they bring out some new models or expand the other lines.
I've seen so many stories about people regretting getting rid of a watch. Falling out of love for a watch now doesn't mean you won't want it back in the future. I plan to keep all my watches the made me feel something at some point.
The perfect number for a watch collection is individual choice. Nothing less. For me it’s three .. 1. Sports/ diver watch. 2. Dress watch. 3. Beater watch. That’s it for me. If people want to have 30 watches in their collection then I say good on them go for it !
Thank you TEDDY to answer to these questions . The good number for a collection ???? I thought for a while that a good number would be 6 watches. I have forgotten that it is mainly defined by your ressourses. Anyway, i am still a fan of BREGUET . It is Mister HAYEK who had finance the " second born of breguet ". In auction he has always bought all the BREGUET on the market. Of course the company get detailed drawing to built old and new BREGUET. HAYEK has ordered to his ingeneers to built a copy of MARIE ANTOINETTE watch.
About Breguet... SSSHH!! I still need to buy one. ;) Seriously, though, I agree that Swatch Group has not come anywhere near using that brand's full potential. They are doing some really incredible work there and have one of the best names in the business. It's criminal that so few people actually know it.
The perfect number of watches for a collection is, less is more!! With 12 the maximum!! Above this becomes gaudy, unless you're a professional collector. (The Emerton12collection model) 1. Fun piece/Casio/Digital/smart/apple watch 2. Luxury Dive watch 3. Beater Dive watch 4. Chronograph 5. Dress watch on leather strap/vintage piece on leather 6. Dress watch on bracelet/36mm Rolex watch/luxury watch/statement piece 7. Military piece/Field watch/Explorer-style watch/Pilotwatch/GMT watch 8. Quartz grab and go watch/Casio/smart/apple watch 9. 10. x2 Heirloom pieces 11. GADA watch/Explorer-style watch/House on fire watch/One watch collection piece 12. Any +1 of the above/free choice watch.
For me, the perfect number of watch is 1 per category. I don't like having 2 watches of the same category, because wearing 1, will make me miss the other. Or even worse, I might prefer one over the other so much, I only wear one.
Thank you! Your info and insights are invaluable to me as a beginner in the watch collecting game. Have you ever done a video on any of the micro brands that you feel are good values ? If not, I’d love to see one.
Tudor Royal series can actually attract some new customers if they move to an in-house movement that has 60+ hour power reserve. The day wheel is a bit finicky and slow.
I’ve been slowly looking into JLC and their vintage watches, as well as some of their older pieces they aren’t quite vintage yet. Great prices on a solid recognized company for movements. Keep up the exercise bro, looks like you’ve been making some serious gains.
That White Birch looked great on your wrist Teddy! I really hope that dress watches make a nice roundabout. Seems every watch currently is some insane diver style watch. It's odd to me that divers are so popular when nobody is diving 6m on a regular basis let alone 200. My budget doesn't allow me to look at Tudor and Rolex or Omega. For me a beautiful Longines is a bit of grail due to cost. I have been absolutely staring at their Zulu GMT as it doesn't look like everything else. I could save for that and be content for awhile (easy to read, robust and good water resistance) and maybe begin to find other watches from there that cost less. I think realistically a collection of a dozen or less watches ensures I can wear them all as they would range from dress, sport, and travel.
Grail watch is a Breguet Traditional. It's juuuust on this side of affordable for me...eventually. Might have to sell some other pieces to make it happen, but it'll happen! Started an account to save for it, specifically!
Dear Teddy, you published a beautiful video some time ago where you divided watches into categories. Chronographs, diver, GMT, dress ... I think a very intelligent way to arrange a collection would be following that video of yours. The number is not important as the kinds of watches, or brands. One could collect for instance chronographs from different brands, diver and so on. Keep up the good work, always very interesting and a pleasure to watch your videos. Even if I never understood how that "reward" thing works ;-)
Since your a big fan of the Bel Canto, have you checked out the MeisterSinger Bell Hora? I feel like it’s very under the radar compared to the CW. But has a dressy vibe with that same complication.
Teddy, I love your watch videos and your knowledge of all the time pieces in the market. You have help me understand and obtain some knowledge on the different type of watches, style, and quality. Also love your videos with Mr. Wonderful as well. Mr. Kevin O'Leary has a unique and confident attitude and challenges you that is exciting to watch. Thank you, Tony
Have a JLC Reverso, ordered a Doxa Sharkhunter and wait for my BelCanto! Some Poljot is rotting somewhere in a drawer. Just starting with my collection.
Regarding theft & insurance, companies used to carry a certain amount on the jewelry side but now they've gotten rid of that and you need it as a rider. In addition to that, they want photos and details of whatever it is that you want insured. In other words, they want appraisals and those are expensive. I'm with Progressive. They have jewelry insurance. Just ONE of my watches valued at $5,000 w/ a $500 deductible is $300 a year. If you add rings, more watches, etc., you're looking at rates that exceed what your car or home insurance costs! Just keep it in a safe place is advice to myself. One last thing regarding Breguet watches. Their brand is better than Rolex BUT the resale value is not. Rolex by far beats them. My investment is in the Rolex.
Hey Teddy, I’m not sure if you saw but Vincent Curatola from The Sopranos said he would like to a video with you. It would be cool to see talking watches with Johnny Sack.
I feel like the Black Bay range is not one type of watch but a whole range, similar to how the "professional" is for Rolex, which consists of pretty much all of their most popular pieces. But I'm fairly new to watches so what would I know xD
the Tudor style is their most overlooked model, and as Teddy says it’s the closest thing we have to their old oyster prince. i wonder to differentiate their catalogue they might either re-design and revamp the style line to provide a vintage inspired dress offering as taste shifts, or maybe even discontinue and bring the oyster prince back
Longines unfortunately didn’t have parts for my grandfather’s flagship from the 60’s. They needed to make entire new parts. It would cost me 3300 USD for them to restore. I’m still putting it off.
It will be interesting to see if Tudor manages to go more independent design wise - as with the Pelagos - or if they continue to go down the route of “inspired by Rolex”
Hey Teddy, since i found your channel ive been in love with your content. 3 weeks a go i became a father and named my son Theodore, after you Teddy! Keep up the good work!
I’d say that the only “ambassadorship” that has been truly effective (and has influenced my decision) is how the James Bond connection has sold a LOT of cheap striped NATO straps . . .
Tudor has categories that they haven't tackled yet. Or if they have, then I haven't heard of it yet. They should go for a world timer, a calendar watch (annual/ perpetual, doesn't really matter) or a dress watch. I'd really love to see that get done
I'd agree with most people that there are seven families of watch Chronograph Divers Pilot Field Moonphase Dress Smart Having a collection of one of each is ideal but not everyone likes all styles. Personally my order of preference would be diver, pilot, field and dress with a smart watch thrown in for exercise/fitness etc. Your overall budget is your own affair but never go beyond your means and always remember other priorities such as family. If you can, pick 2/3 categories and have a favourite of each and your no 1 pick get a cheaper version as an everyday watch you don't mind losing. For me that means a 20 year old Oris TT1 divers as my top dive watch and a 3 times replaced Citizen pro master as the beater. I have an Oris big crown, a beautiful Raymond Weil dress watch and am eyeing up a field watch such as Hamilton Khaki. None of these watches are above £2k.Oh yeah an Apple watch too but I'm trying to break myself out of it!
The perfect number of watches for a collection can be expressed by the equation "N + 1" where 'N' = the number of watches you already have.
This equation works with guitars as well
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Love this
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So true lol
I’m a fan of taking it slow but getting a grail piece quickly, then working backwards. Sounds weird, but once you identify your grail piece, get it, then when you have the itch, you aren’t always trying to climb a ladder at price points and can enjoy the cheaper watches for what they really offer. Seems to have worked for me, YMMV.
Perfect advice
Exactly what I did.
Yeh once you get some heavy hitters you can work backwards
Great mind set and I wish I had seen this comment when I first got into watches. 👌🏻👍🏻🏴
I absolutely agree. I am eyeing a Rolex Pepsi, and then move towards the more affordable Hamilton Panda Chrono and the Seagul 1963. Lol, but that's what I want.
Been into the hobby for 30 years(more than half my life). I group my watches into dress, diver/sports, and chrono. Sold almost my entire collection and left 4 grail pieces. When I see a watch I like I'd ask myself if I'd replace any of my current pieces with it. For the last 5 years my answer has been no. Time to appreciate and give our watches the wrist time they deserve. 🙏
Serial flipper, so I imposed a 2 Year Rule on mine - so if I'm going to buy it, am I going to be happy with it enough to keep it for 2 years? And anything I already had couldn't be sold until I'd had it 2 years. Net result is I've stopped impulse buying things, and learned to wear through the niggles/don't like it phases. Last bought a watch - a Black Bay 41 - in Jan last year.
Really interesting! Curious, what are your 4 grail pieces?
@@KMartineauMuisc also curious what the 4 you have grails are ?
@@dustintyson354 have the same question!
I got down to 4 pieces and have stopped for now. New Seamaster 300M white dial/black bezel, older B&R 03-92 steel, Seiko Sarb033 and the CasiOak. It’s a pretty good mix and heck I can only wear one at once.
I think investing in the Pelagos (thinking P39) might be one of the ways Tudor is fighting becoming "the Black Bay Company". And I think we might see them emphasising other watches and introducing new watches outside of the BB line for this exact reason.
A gringa in the wild! 👀
Tudor already have some dress watches in their catalog, what should they do now? Join the integrated bracelet club?
Hope to see the Ranger line expanded too - with a more modern take. White lume in blocks with trim, not printed faux. Like a mash up of an Explorer 1610 and the modern one. Hopefully awesome Pelagos 39 shows modern looking Tudor watches sell.
Britt, you’re all over the various comment sections! 😂 I’m still waiting on your review of the Breitling B09 Premier with pistachio dial.
Pelagos Steel no date would shake up W&W 😈
This is why I only have 1 watch (Orient Kamasu) for already a few years and really try to get the most out of that one (changing straps). Buying new ones too many or too fast only satisfies for a very short period of time.
1 does not make a collection, 2 is a still only a couple, you need at least 3 to make a collection
@@robertbarta4912 I think you can have a 1 watch collection, its all in the mindset. Kind of like someone who is a watch collector who has one piece and always trades it for the next. They're definitely a collector but they only have one watch. And if you're watching Teddy B Q&A you definitely have a collectors mindset.
EMILY KATZE HAS AN ADDICTION and I respect it sooo much! hahaha 32 WATCHES?! You go girl!!
Britt, your not helping my watch addiction. 🤣
I am so jealous that she can fund it 😂. I only have a 8 or 9 and see a new watch I want every day 😭
I'm at 25 over the course of ~8 years. Definitely have a couple that were emotional buys that I probably didn't really due my due diligence on. But overall, each is a different style and complication that I just ended up liking.
I have 14 watches in my watch collection. Given the wide array of dial colors that I have, it gives me a chance to wear all of them to match my clothing, at least once, within a two week period. People do this with shoes and other articles of clothing. So as long as you can afford it, I don't think large watch collections are excessive.
Original Pelagos is the best watch they make. No one else makes a watch like that. Matte, real diver specs, titanium, 70hr reserve, killer super adjustable bracelet. Pure Tool. Perfect.
Agreed 👍
Pure took. Perfect is exactly how I feel about those watches. Great saying 👊🏼
My practice is it’s ok to LOVE a watch and not purchase. I appreciate it from afar. Maybe I take a few months and if I still feel the same, and nothing better has come along, then I buy it! But most often I find a better watch and the entire process starts again 😂 - Aaron
This is actually interesting. May help us from impulse buys!
My collection is eight, which works perfectly for me. One automatic luxury/tool, one automatic dive, one automatic GMT, one automatic field, one quartz beater, and three that were gifted to me, specifically, one quartz fashion watch, one gold quartz dress watch, and one gold dress manual wind. Each has a specific use - some even have interesting stories/history behind them - and eight is a number of watches that ensure each will get at least some wrist time (although the dress watches see less than the others).
As someone that is in underwriting, most insurance carriers have a policy called an inland marine/personal articles to cover your watches, jewelry, and other items on. By covering solely on your homeowners or renters insurance, if you make a claim, it will become a ratable claim and your rates will go up. Too many claims and they will cancel your policy. For this reason, I highly suggest putting watches on an inland marine policy.
To second this point, I have a State Farm personal articles policy that I use to insure my jewelry/watches.
How about getting Hodinkee? What’s your thoughts
@@Bullishspykid Theirs looks to be through Chubb which is a major carrier, so it should be good to go
@@Brunsta I like that if the price of your watch go up, they will insure up to 150%
@@Bullishspykid the other policies have inflation coverage so every year the value of it will go up, so it's basically the same thing.
I got my 38mm Tudor Royal earlier this year and I love it. Super comfortable and looks fantastic. Love the Roman numerals!
I have a *large* collection, but it used to be much larger ... Why not buy everything you might like? Helps to let you understand *what* you like and *why* ... and then you can sell off -- or, if you're in the position where you can / are willing to help fund the magic and madness for some newer people, *give away* -- the other ones.
Because not everyone can treat currency like Monopoly money.
@@boudicajones6524 For real. You could also just take some time to think it over before making a purchase
@@boudicajones6524 I mean, buy assorted watches that are within your means ... I'm not saying 'go buy a complete set of Pateks' or something.
that's what imelda marcos did
The short answer why you shouldn't buy everything you might like is, because you might like a lot of watches, more than you can reasonably afford.
But, I get it. Sometimes the enjoyment of rapidly expanding a collection is part of the appeal of this hobby. Just don't go broke doing it.
Good to see the Tudor Style getting a bit of a shout-out. Very cool and underrated in my opinion. Also, it's the only watch under the Hans Wilsdorf Foundation with a nonprecious metal fluted bezel. If dressier watches start coming back into fashion I could see the style becoming more popular. That all said, I'm excited to see what Tudor does this year. Hoping for a burgundy bezel Pelagos 39.
Love the video. You Should do more like this. I stared collecting recently due to your videos & information on your website. When I bought my first watches, I mentioned your name & everyone knows about you in a GOOD WAY! I did what the woman said at the beginning & bought 2 watches together & spent $9,300 a month ago. Now 2 days ago bought the Tissot PRX Automatic. Now can't wait to buy another watch. My friends & sister think I am nuts. You do need to take a step back & decide what type of collection you want. Not just based on price & status. To answer about insurance. I have State Farm for Homeowners & they have a "Personal Articles Policy" totally separate. Covers not just watches but Jewelry as well. I am in the process of getting my Jewelry appraised. Once I submit the prices for the watches & the appraisal, they will quote me a price. Keep up the great job!!
Thank you for saying that even at $200/watch it adds up and it's money. You do a great job of highlighting that no matter the budget it is an impact on the resources a person has available.
I think it is GOOD to make some mistakes at the beginning, such as buying too quickly. When you make those mistakes, it REALLY helps inform your future buying decisions. I bought about 6-7 watches in my first year I will likely never wear again, but, there are REASONS I could only really learn by falling in love with a watch, getting it, and slowly falling out of love that helps inform my future decisions. I tried multiple styles, sizes, movements, etc...and really found that specific thing that made me pull the trigger early, and the things that ultimately led me to sell or give away those watches. I also got a watch (Bulova lunar pilot) that NOW I might not buy (size, color, movement, brand, etc...), but I wear it often. My collection is now down to 4 watches, 1 of which I wear 50% of the time, and the other 3 spend equal time in that rotation. As long as someone isn't going broke or into debt, those learning experiences are well worth it.
I love this channel and thanks to this i just treated myself to the most expensive watch i’ve ever worn (which by watch standards is VERY budget). I got a Seiko Pressage Japanese Zen Garden.
Teddy, clearly you’ve been working out for what I can see, big change! Congrats! Keep up the great work. Cheers.
I insured thru Allstate since they already covered my home and car… they provide insurance if anything we’re to happen to my watch for any reason around the globe up to the appraisal value. I believe 1% is correct as a yearly fee. It’s amazing how much more comfortable I feel wearing my watch since it’s been insured
I was recently ready to make a bigger purchase watch relative to my budget, so my choices were originally btwn a Tudor BB58 or a GS spring drive. In the end, I went with pre-ordering a Bel Canto. It's definitely different from my usual choices and I think my friends likely won't understand the choice but I think that's what differentiate one as a watch enthusiast and one who isn't.
I would DEFINITELY buy a serviced vintage piece from the manufacturer, especially if it came with full historical documentation. No question.
For me a watch has to fit me well, be well made, well finished and represent good value for money - that’s a ‘good watch’ in my book - How many watches do you ‘need?’ - depends on you but 40 plus got way too much for me - now I have one sentimental watch (CWC 72 Mellor birth year watch) - one dressy / sports / do it all watch (Tissot PRX 35mm) - one beater (Casioak) - one grail watch (in my case a TAG Aquaracer) - and I’m done
I don't consider myself a watch collector. Rather, I am just a guy who likes having a watch on my wrist and also likes variety. Earlier today I ordered a Bulova Lunar Pilot reference number 96B251, yeah, one of the honking 45mm guys. I didn't buy it to see its value climb; I bought it because I grew up during the Apollo moon landing era and was glued to the news whenever a mission was underway. I remember watching on TV, "Live from the Moon," when David Scott wore his Lunar Pilot on the surface. That's why this watch is joining my "collection."
I found your comment towards Christopher Ward very interesting and good 👍 I bought a C65 GMT about two years ago. Many youtuber are finally recognizing what they achieved. Unique design, high quality bracelets (on the fly adjustment, quick release system) swiss movements for a real steal as a price point. Many old swiss brands can learn from them:)
So we all know the rules around a Swiss watch needing 60% of its production value to be generated within Switzerland to be considered Swiss made. (Movement components need to be 50% manufactured in Switzerland) Of course, this includes assembly & testing which doesn’t physically contribute to the watch in real terms. Question, in terms of weight, is a Tudor watch more Chinese or more Swiss? I reckon it’s more Chinese than Swiss. It has to be to make it work from a bottom line point of view. Change my mind……? Love to see a video on this Teddy. 👍🏻
I collect vintage omega watches. But last year I bought my first quartz watch. I bought an Invicta two-toned blue pro diver 37mm watch for $49.00. It is dead-bang accurate. Today I veered
again. I purchased a Seiko green Alpinist watch. My collection of vintage Omega watches is doing good. Tonight I am wearing a 1943 black-faced 15 jewel 30t2 manual wind world war two
watch.
You are right about taking your time. I definitely jumped in a bit too fast. I feel very fortunate, and I love my watches, but spending that much in such a short time, it does put a toll on my mind. The downturn in the market last year really gave me a lot of stress, juggling between losses in the stock market and paying for my other living expenses. Watches afterall should be something happy to enjoy, but sometimes the FOMO can get to you. It's hard to say no to an SA. you never know will they give you another chance later.
7:18 I don't know why the Style collection falls under the radar for so many people... I own one and I love the simple and 50s-60s silhouette of the watch
Happy to see you mention the Tudor Style, Teddy. I saw the burgundy dial and was stunned! Kinda holding off and hoping they put the MT caliber in there.
As for insurance, a homeowner's policy will allow you to schedule jewelry items. In most cases this coverage is a great option for the "average" person. If you get into the high end ($50k and up), there are companies (like you mentioned) that focus solely on this category. If you rent a home/apartment, the ability to schedule the items is generally available; however, the limits will be significantly lower than what's avail under a home policy. The primary benefit to scheduling the items under a home policy is often $0 deductibles, world wide coverage, theft and mysterious disappearance is part of the coverage. This is significantly diff from adding an endorsement to increase your jewelry limits. If you assume/keep it under your personal property limits, you will have a deductible, and you don't have mysterious disappearance (for example, you're on a beach trip and your diver watch is suddenly not on your wrist when you got back on the boat/shore.
for me it's three. my daily is 2022 ranger. casio diver is my beater/work watch and i have a speidel LCD watch that looks like a casio but is all metal and larger (34mm), and it's on twist o flex bracelet which alone was worth the $25 i paid on clearance for the watch
My collection is a constant ebb and flow. I'm currently holding around 30+ pieces, all on the inexpensive end of the market, my highest value pieces being Orient, Citizen, and Seiko. I've found that I'm too nervous wearing anything of greater value, for fear of damaging or losing it. I like my watches relatively pristine. That being said, there are always new and exciting things to drool over and consider. Everything I'm currently interested in is put on a ranked buy list, where it may stay for days, weeks, or even years while I consider each one and shop around for the best price. Many pieces eventually drop off the list because after the initial infatuation I see something that doesn't quite match my aesthetic or ergonomic expectations. I have to ask myself, what aesthetic/emotional need does this particular watch fill, how close does it come to the goal, and is this just a stopgap until the more perfect piece comes along? I also ask my wife and daughters for their opinions, and they always point out things I don't initially see. Even so, I sometimes pay the literal price for an impulse buy, and either return an item immediately, or resell after a few wears. I lose a bit of money, but maybe learn a good lesson about my wants and what I'm willing to deal with. (My most recent lesson: no butterfly clasps, no pins and collars, especially on a watch that is not conducive to an aftermarket bracelet or strap.) On the other side of the equation, pieces that I bought a few years or even more than a decade ago I will eventually resell, gift, or (gasp) throw away if it's no longer working and not worth the cost to repair. That's led to a few sad retirements, but in the end, I remind myself that they are just things.
All of this talk of being careful with your watches when being out or getting robed makes me so happy I live where I live.
I have a mixture ,a Mido Ocean Star GMT ,a Rado 1957 red flume golden horse,a Girard perrigeux,The Ball cannonball train master and the Oris Aquis in grey.I also do not see the point in collecting a watch to stuff away and never use.I agree with previous comments ,a mixture of dress ,sporty diving,and a nice bold Chrono is the way to go.
The Cartier tank must is definitely the spearhead of making dress watches cool again. I think most people don’t want to spend thousands of dollars on a watch that could break if it gets a little wet. The tank must has positioned itself at a point of exclusivity without being too expensive and allows people to get into a watch with classic style. I think if more brands realize that their dress pieces are never going to be their cash cows and find ways to make them more affordable and available, then that’s when the wave will hit.
just over one year into the hobby now. I have 10 watches now, ranging from a few Chinese watches and up to Seiko, Tissot, Hamilton and Raymond Weil, plus a vintage gold Certina dress-watch, and a Bulova Super Seville (old model with the dial nearer the crystal, and about no sign of wear).
I think what Tudor will do next is add t-fit clasp to the entire BB lineup (if not to all their watches). A small step but many will add another Tudor just because of the improved comfort.
Does anyone else ever just pull out their whole collection and just stare at it for twenty minutes taking in its beauty. then realize the amount of money you spent and think to yourself how effing dumb you are for doing so. But then realize every penny was worth it because of the happiness it brings you. Or I am just weird and crazy???
as the person behind question 1, pretty much this, except i dont think about how effing dumb i am for doing so. life is for living, for enjoying, and as long as im not putting myself under financial stress then every penny was indeed worth it for the joy.
No not weird I do exactly the same thing
You're weird and crazy 😧!!
I think more people do this than would care to admit, at least the looking at a large collection and getting a measure of satisfaction and happiness from it. It's almost like that's looked down upon, to have that collector's mentality that runs contrary to some pure, utilitarian notion that watches should only be bought if they can get adequate wear time. People do this with an infinite number of other hobbies. For me, this is the only hobby that I spend actual money on. Whatever brings you joy in whatever way.
if you bought your watches "good"...I mean meanly not paying full retail price but with a good discount or on the second hand market, your money is not really gone....the money is still there (sure with some fluctuations through time) in the watches.....so no, not dumb at all......and with the watches it brings you true joy....imagine having spend the same amount of money on the stock market....how boring is that?
I love the Q&A videos. It really gives me insight of the watch world and community.
5 watches: Diver/chrono/dress[ in black and Brown leather strap/ field/ any g shock OR JUST 1: TUDOR BB58.
The short answer to the ideal collection size is 8 to at most 12.
We collectors joke about the perfect number of watches being N + 1, and over time we sometimes find ourselves with way more watches than we can possibly wear.
32 watches in less then a year is too many, and I say that as someone who has gone overboard buying watches at times.
Even if we are careful, we can accumulate too many watches that eventually take on sentimental value. In my collection, that number is 8, including my 3 watches that belonged to my Dad, 1 that belonged to my grandfather, a watch I bought myself when I was in Europe, a watch I bought when i graduated law school, and several watches my wife bought me. Can't sell them, even if I don't wear some of them much anymore.
So what is the right number? I have thought about it and I think putting sentimental favorites aside, the maximum number is 8 to 10, and certainly no sensible person needs more than 12. (not that it would stop many of us).
So why 8? Because that is about what most people can wear in a rotation and bond with. And it is more than what most people need for their lifestyles. It could be fewer than 8, but probably shouldn't be more than 12, or you will find a lot of your watches sitting in a box, not getting used.
First how many watches are actually getting worn day to day? What do most people need? 2 or 3 nice every day watches, 2 rugged GADA watches, 1 beater, and one special occasion watch. That is 7. Add a wild card, just something unique to the individual and you have 8. Add a few sentimental favorites and you are up to 12.
I can tell you from experience, once you get past about 20, it is hard to wear in a rotation, and inevitably, some of your collection might go months, or even years without getting used.
I have been collecting for two years and have accumulated 30 to 40 pieces to explore different movements, dial colors, complications and sizes. I have concluded with my grail just recently buying an Omega Seamaster 300. Now, I have definitely slowed down and will not buy another watch unless I also sell a watch. I feel I must appreciate what I have instead of always looking for something new. But I continue to watch review after review and I am always learning.
30 to 40 pieces? I gather that they're low-price watches, under $1,000. I think you'll find that you can't really sell those. Oh, you could probably sell them on ebay but you'll probably get a third of what you paid and have to pay commissions to ebay and Paypal while you're at it.
Quick question , is the Rado high ceramic with skeletonized/transparent dial worth the $3500-4000 price tag with the modified ETA movement? The watch is beautiful and I am in love with but don’t know if the movement justifies the price. I know the price is more about using the ceramic but $4000 is a lot
I feel like you test the waters starting out by getting some lower end pieces and wanting a new watch often, then perhaps diving into your first Swiss watch and some microbrands as you learn more and more about the hobby. Eventually to where I am today where I'm selling off pieces to get one grail piece and will have about 5 watches in my collection. I think collecting differs for folks depending on where they are in life and there financial situation. I still get the itch to buy but i'm much better and telling myself to wait.
As for Tudor I agree they are too dependent on the Black Bay, I see those everywhere for resale and yes I understand you want to keep expanding the brand that's making you bank but it's about time they bring out some new models or expand the other lines.
I've seen so many stories about people regretting getting rid of a watch. Falling out of love for a watch now doesn't mean you won't want it back in the future. I plan to keep all my watches the made me feel something at some point.
The perfect number for a watch collection is individual choice. Nothing less. For me it’s three ..
1. Sports/ diver watch.
2. Dress watch.
3. Beater watch.
That’s it for me. If people want to have 30 watches in their collection then I say good on them go for it !
Thank you TEDDY to answer to these questions . The good number for a collection ???? I thought for a while that a good number would be 6 watches. I have forgotten that it is mainly defined by your ressourses. Anyway, i am still a fan of BREGUET . It is Mister HAYEK who had finance the " second born of breguet ". In auction he has always bought all the BREGUET on the market. Of course the company get detailed drawing to built old and new BREGUET. HAYEK has ordered to his ingeneers to built a copy of MARIE ANTOINETTE watch.
About Breguet... SSSHH!! I still need to buy one. ;)
Seriously, though, I agree that Swatch Group has not come anywhere near using that brand's full potential. They are doing some really incredible work there and have one of the best names in the business. It's criminal that so few people actually know it.
The perfect number of watches for a collection is, less is more!!
With 12 the maximum!! Above this becomes gaudy, unless you're a professional collector.
(The Emerton12collection model)
1. Fun piece/Casio/Digital/smart/apple watch
2. Luxury Dive watch
3. Beater Dive watch
4. Chronograph
5. Dress watch on leather strap/vintage piece on leather
6. Dress watch on bracelet/36mm Rolex watch/luxury watch/statement piece
7. Military piece/Field watch/Explorer-style watch/Pilotwatch/GMT watch
8. Quartz grab and go watch/Casio/smart/apple watch
9.
10. x2 Heirloom pieces
11. GADA watch/Explorer-style watch/House on fire watch/One watch collection piece
12. Any +1 of the above/free choice watch.
For me, the perfect number of watch is 1 per category. I don't like having 2 watches of the same category, because wearing 1, will make me miss the other. Or even worse, I might prefer one over the other so much, I only wear one.
Thank you! Your info and insights are invaluable to me as a beginner in the watch collecting game. Have you ever done a video on any of the micro brands that you feel are good values ? If not, I’d love to see one.
Teddy you have to do a customary wristwatch check in the start of every video I don’t make the rules here
Tudor Royal series can actually attract some new customers if they move to an in-house movement that has 60+ hour power reserve. The day wheel is a bit finicky and slow.
Great advice to Emily and yes, the dress watch is on its way back.
Man I want to see a tudor engineers watch so badly, you hit the nail on the head with that one Teddy.
I’ve been slowly looking into JLC and their vintage watches, as well as some of their older pieces they aren’t quite vintage yet. Great prices on a solid recognized company for movements. Keep up the exercise bro, looks like you’ve been making some serious gains.
That White Birch looked great on your wrist Teddy! I really hope that dress watches make a nice roundabout. Seems every watch currently is some insane diver style watch. It's odd to me that divers are so popular when nobody is diving 6m on a regular basis let alone 200. My budget doesn't allow me to look at Tudor and Rolex or Omega. For me a beautiful Longines is a bit of grail due to cost. I have been absolutely staring at their Zulu GMT as it doesn't look like everything else. I could save for that and be content for awhile (easy to read, robust and good water resistance) and maybe begin to find other watches from there that cost less. I think realistically a collection of a dozen or less watches ensures I can wear them all as they would range from dress, sport, and travel.
The quality of these reviews, amazing!
Definitely want to see the heritage chrono updated. Hopefully this year.
Really enjoyed your writing on this post Teddy.
Grail watch is a Breguet Traditional. It's juuuust on this side of affordable for me...eventually. Might have to sell some other pieces to make it happen, but it'll happen! Started an account to save for it, specifically!
Easy, 5 or 6 - a dress watch, a diver, a chrono, a sports and a beater. Plus a special one!
Teddy is becoming a bodybuilder. With this pace of growth he will have to start wearing 50mm G shocks soon.
Our man Teddy has bulked up to become Theodore 💪🏼
Yeah. Looks like Teddy's been lifting heavily recently.
Dear Teddy, you published a beautiful video some time ago where you divided watches into categories. Chronographs, diver, GMT, dress ... I think a very intelligent way to arrange a collection would be following that video of yours. The number is not important as the kinds of watches, or brands. One could collect for instance chronographs from different brands, diver and so on.
Keep up the good work, always very interesting and a pleasure to watch your videos. Even if I never understood how that "reward" thing works ;-)
Since your a big fan of the Bel Canto, have you checked out the MeisterSinger Bell Hora? I feel like it’s very under the radar compared to the CW. But has a dressy vibe with that same complication.
Ranger 39 in white and 36mm versions. Peli39 Blue.
Manufacturers selling vintage watches is wonderful. They're acknowledging their history and collectors.
Teddy, I love your watch videos and your knowledge of all the time pieces in the market. You have help me understand and obtain some knowledge on the different type of watches, style, and quality. Also love your videos with Mr. Wonderful as well. Mr. Kevin O'Leary has a unique and confident attitude and challenges you that is exciting to watch. Thank you, Tony
Teddy is JACKED...i trust this man even more now
Teddy is JACKED and ready for spiderman 4!
Have a JLC Reverso, ordered a Doxa Sharkhunter and wait for my BelCanto! Some Poljot is rotting somewhere in a drawer. Just starting with my collection.
Great video Teddy - thank you - particularly the historical context.
Teddy! 💪👀 Look'in Sharp! What's a good watch for the Golf course?
Hello Teddy, What is your favorite watch on your wrist?
Regarding theft & insurance, companies used to carry a certain amount on the jewelry side but now they've gotten rid of that and you need it as a rider. In addition to that, they want photos and details of whatever it is that you want insured. In other words, they want appraisals and those are expensive. I'm with Progressive. They have jewelry insurance. Just ONE of my watches valued at $5,000 w/ a $500 deductible is $300 a year. If you add rings, more watches, etc., you're looking at rates that exceed what your car or home insurance costs! Just keep it in a safe place is advice to myself. One last thing regarding Breguet watches. Their brand is better than Rolex BUT the resale value is not. Rolex by far beats them. My investment is in the Rolex.
Hey Teddy, I’m not sure if you saw but Vincent Curatola from The Sopranos said he would like to a video with you. It would be cool to see talking watches with Johnny Sack.
3 to 7 is the perfect size for a collection.
I feel like the Black Bay range is not one type of watch but a whole range, similar to how the "professional" is for Rolex, which consists of pretty much all of their most popular pieces. But I'm fairly new to watches so what would I know xD
Tudor should make a sub and “date just” for us plebs.
Hi Teddy. Your videos are great, esp. the recent JLC tour. Wondering what watch you’re wearing in this video.
the Tudor style is their most overlooked model, and as Teddy says it’s the closest thing we have to their old oyster prince. i wonder to differentiate their catalogue they might either re-design and revamp the style line to provide a vintage inspired dress offering as taste shifts, or maybe even discontinue and bring the oyster prince back
Longines unfortunately didn’t have parts for my grandfather’s flagship from the 60’s. They needed to make entire new parts. It would cost me 3300 USD for them to restore. I’m still putting it off.
That hamilton prof is nice. Never saw it before. I have a pelagos 42. Love it. Tudor needs a LE tudor submariner. Do it for 1 year then no more.
It will be interesting to see if Tudor manages to go more independent design wise - as with the Pelagos - or if they continue to go down the route of “inspired by Rolex”
It’s always informative to hear your opinions. Thanks!
One of the documents in the box when you buy a Breguet is a card to fill in if you want your name in the book.
Teddy, future question...What is the best way to sell a watch?
Just noticed the biceps are getting bigger. Good job, Teddy
Hey Teddy, since i found your channel ive been in love with your content. 3 weeks a go i became a father and named my son Theodore, after you Teddy! Keep up the good work!
I’d say that the only “ambassadorship” that has been truly effective (and has influenced my decision) is how the James Bond connection has sold a LOT of cheap striped NATO straps . . .
3. F91W, Stainless steel watch, leather strapped watch.
As always, a top notch video Teddy. Definitely keep up with these Q&A videos.
4-7 pieces of grail level...take time to get the pieces you really desire. And possibly get investment quality!
Tudor has categories that they haven't tackled yet. Or if they have, then I haven't heard of it yet. They should go for a world timer, a calendar watch (annual/ perpetual, doesn't really matter) or a dress watch. I'd really love to see that get done
I'd agree with most people that there are seven families of watch
Chronograph
Divers
Pilot
Field
Moonphase
Dress
Smart
Having a collection of one of each is ideal but not everyone likes all styles. Personally my order of preference would be diver, pilot, field and dress with a smart watch thrown in for exercise/fitness etc. Your overall budget is your own affair but never go beyond your means and always remember other priorities such as family. If you can, pick 2/3 categories and have a favourite of each and your no 1 pick get a cheaper version as an everyday watch you don't mind losing. For me that means a 20 year old Oris TT1 divers as my top dive watch and a 3 times replaced Citizen pro master as the beater. I have an Oris big crown, a beautiful Raymond Weil dress watch and am eyeing up a field watch such as Hamilton Khaki. None of these watches are above £2k.Oh yeah an Apple watch too but I'm trying to break myself out of it!
That seiko Alpinist is my first new watch!
I reckon Tudor should revive the Glamour Day Date series. Those are pretty nice and retro.