Except for the fact he’s named after Lord Mountbatten a predatory nonce who raped young boys at a foster home In Northern Ireland … might be time to drop the Hugo Mountbatten name …
I really enjoyed this video. Yet another example of why TGV's content goes above and beyond any other RUclipsr's. The history of wristwatches is so fascinating, and going from the early days of converted pocket watches to today's social media fueled status symbols is just so crazy to think about.
Thank you Alex, an excellent point. Crazy what it has become! But at least there's people like us who enjoy it for more than just status. Have a great week ahead my friend. 😎🥂 Best regards, TGV
Hello T. G. V. Your presentation is an amazing; as good or better than any production I've seen on PBS, or any television network. The amount of clock and watch history discussed in this short video is amazing. I am inspired to acquire some more horology books! Thank You for this great work you share with us.
The book "Longitude" by Dava Sobel, which you briefly show in this video, is why I'm into watches. I was in the history section of a used book store years ago when I noticed this tiny little hard covered book. It was so small that I was compelled to grab it just to see what it was. The blurb on the dust cover sounded interesting so I bought it. It turned out to be a brilliant book. Even my sister, who has never been on time for anything, thought it was great. I grew up around boats and I learned how to navigate without electronics, but I had never given the problem of longitude any thought because accurate timepieces are something that we all take for granted today. Everyone who likes watches really should read that book. Your appreciation for timepieces will grow exponentially.
Thank you TGV for such an interesting video!! I found so many facts about different films, actors, and the watches that they wear that I never realized before!! Thank you so much for always expanding my horizons!! Have a wonderful day!! Stay healthy and well as always!! P.S- great intro! (Nick L) ❤❤❤🦖🦖🦖👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧
The Piaget Is My all time favourite. I believe legendary comedian Don Rickles wore one. I love to think it was a gift from Sinatra. Another amazing video TGV.
@@theurbangentry actually, our NZ watch group, RedBarNZ admires your work and passion, thanks TGV you have a good Kiwi following here and having the same passion about TRUE HOROLOGY, personally, I thank you for your awesome videos and dedication to educate people about what actual Horology means, historically and deep factual relevance... #WIS4Life 🍾🥂
Brian De Palma is truly the most underrated American director of the latter 20th Century. Using cinema as an entry-point to discuss wristwatches as a status symbol is really clever. Have you read Paul Fussell’s book, “Class”? He covers the wristwatch but the section on the prole jacket gape is more frequently quoted.
Thank you TGV for another great video. Scarface was always one of my most beloved movies. I saw if first when I was a teenager and I can remember Tony Montana's watch was really amazing one - then and still is now.
Another amazing deep dive! Your analysis of Scarface is spot on. I love how you touch on the fact that for all his flash, it's ultimately a facade to hide how empty and isolated he slowly becomes. I'll catch heat for saying this but I think that imagery is really relevant to watch enthusiasts who get lost in the weeds when it comes to chasing the iconic brands, including myself. I'd love to see more of these deep dives!
I love watch spotting in films 🎥 especially the classics. I was watching The League of Gentlemen 1960 with Richard Attenborough yesterday and he had on a Smiths and Jack Hawkins had on a Jaguar lecoultre to time a bank heist. Great video pizan 🇮🇹
@@killpop8255 I really don't maybe watchyouseek. I'm usually good with eyeing Rolex, Omega, Seiko, Cartier some Longines and JLC but the dress watches are a little harder to spot and even some sports watches. Since their were so many more brands back then. Before the quartz crisis but it's definitely one of my favorite things to do
It's a shame that, despite playing such an important role in the development of timepieces, British watch and clockmaking (in terms of movements anyway) has all but disappeared.
I could not agree more, it is a real shame. If I had duck takes money I would buy Charles Frodsham and bring them back. Thank you my friend, I am glad I am not the only one who thinks about this. Best regards, TGV
@@diydad7704 thank you for the link. I recognise many of the names on the site. While it's great that watch design is making a resurgence in the UK, I wouldn't call the companies I saw 'watch makers'. The majority design the watches and cases in the UK, but manufacturing and assembly takes place abroad, and utilises bought in movements. There are some really nice pieces, but it's a stretch to call them British watches.
Fantastic intro, TGV! Excellent to see Hugo popped in to say hello. The observation that you have made that many personalities (that have become either infamous or famous for trying to appear infamous) adopt looks that they THINK are worn by the posh and sophisticated have made those very looks and products completely cliché and not sophisticated. The average Rolex wearer today probably does not care or know the history or capability of the piece they are wearing. They wear it simply to APPEAR affluent. Making it all the more LESS desirable as the cycle continues until it is recognized as a tool, used by those that actually utilize them, make them desirable again and the process starts again. Absolutely wonderful historical analysis. Thank you for such a excellent video, yet again, my friend. Hope you enjoy the WindUpWatch fair! Say hello to Marc for me. Be well, my friend. Onward and upward.
Good afternoon TGV, great that we have one of those classic Urban Gentry topics back in this vid. That is OG The Urban Gentry! Hugo is killing the intro 😂😂You're wife's Datejust is a stunner, and proof how versatile the 36mm Rolex case still is. Have a great sunday! Best regards!
Afternoon Heiko! Thank you so much, so glad to hear you approve. I totally agree, a 36mm is hard to beat in terms of versatility. Works with a track suit or a suit, pool or a business meeting. Have a great rest of your Sunday. 😎🥂 Best regards, TGV
Your description of tony montana is very reminiscent of 1980’s mike tyson with his obsession of money,power & consumerism. Just like tony,he even bought the tiger! 😁🐅
Great interesting video as always. Once again very happy to see references for Wall Street and Blackadder. 👍 Does make me ponder what watch a 21st century Edmund Blackadder would wear 🤔. Thanks as always for providing another well researched, well produced and highly entertaining video sir. Hope you have a fabulous week to come
Thank you for this beautifully presented video, that puts watches at the forefront without being a video about watches for the sake of being about watches. Well done.
What a great video TGV. Very well documented and super interesting links between cinema and real life! The quality of your video editing never ceases to amaze me. Definitely one of the best channels about watches, horology and beyond! Thanks TGV.
Video leaved me speechless, so much interesting parts and stuff to think about, like a rollercoaster through “time” - is that still RUclips or the beginning of real video art? Like it, just wow!
I live in Vancouver CA and was fortunate to be on the set of the film Unforgettable while one of Ray Liotta's scenes was being filmed. I've always been a fan so it was a real treat for me. Great video as always T. Cheers!
Hi TGV, by coincidence I’ve lent my much loved 1960s Bulova Spaceview to my partner Sarah while her Tissot Ballade III is serviced. It takes love to entrust these things to another.
Hi TGV Wise and insightful as always and with great historical research as a background. Love these thematic videos of yours... I like the more discreet approach most when it comes to watch choices. Doesn’t necessarily mean that the piece isn’t quite expensive but I just don’t like to be too flashy😊 Keep up the good work👍
How far have we came, i still remember first video i saw from TGV, regarding finding the right watch for your wrist size, back in 2017 i belive to these kind of historic remainder videos. We press on, onwards and upwards TGV !
Hugo is an absolute legend 🤣🤣. Great video TGV. This makes us realise our hobby puts into a long, nuanced legacy and tradition that came way before us. I guess I'm the Tony from wish 🤣. Tony's omega is darn interesting. I've never seen that before. You're an effing legend TGV
There are various clips of Kenny Everett that relate to UG. . His last clips are showing him wearing ‘I think’ a rather smart Patek. Can you confirm and enjoy a huge laugh at one of the most treasured British Entertainers of the 1970/80’s. I would be thrilled to identify what watch he was wearing. It’s Gold, it’s kind of round and I hope Kenny (after all his hard work), would have a qulity timepiece.
A nice video, this one. A popular misconception is that success is directly proportional with wealth. You nailed it at the end when you infered happiness is the true measure of success.
Bravo! Not always pleasant, but your ability and willingness to contextualize separates you from the large pack of youtube watch enthusiasts. Bravissimo!
i love HUGO !!!
🦖 HUGO THE BOSS
Me too !
Except for the fact he’s named after Lord Mountbatten a predatory nonce who raped young boys at a foster home In Northern Ireland … might be time to drop the Hugo Mountbatten name …
Yes Hugo is the greatest !
Makes me laugh everytime !
I really enjoyed this video. Yet another example of why TGV's content goes above and beyond any other RUclipsr's. The history of wristwatches is so fascinating, and going from the early days of converted pocket watches to today's social media fueled status symbols is just so crazy to think about.
Thank you Alex, an excellent point. Crazy what it has become! But at least there's people like us who enjoy it for more than just status. Have a great week ahead my friend. 😎🥂
Best regards,
TGV
Been a watch enthusiast for years and love how you delve that little bit deeper providing new insight to this wonderful hobby. Thoroughly engaging :)
I love how TGV manages to mix philosophy and sociology with the technical aspect of the watch hobby. I don't see this anywhere else.
Hello T. G. V.
Your presentation is an amazing; as good or better than any production I've seen on PBS, or any television network. The amount of clock and watch history discussed in this short video is amazing. I am inspired to acquire some more horology books! Thank You for this great work you share with us.
That just made my day, thank you Matt. Enjoy the book hunting!
Best regards,
TGV
The book "Longitude" by Dava Sobel, which you briefly show in this video, is why I'm into watches. I was in the history section of a used book store years ago when I noticed this tiny little hard covered book. It was so small that I was compelled to grab it just to see what it was. The blurb on the dust cover sounded interesting so I bought it. It turned out to be a brilliant book. Even my sister, who has never been on time for anything, thought it was great. I grew up around boats and I learned how to navigate without electronics, but I had never given the problem of longitude any thought because accurate timepieces are something that we all take for granted today. Everyone who likes watches really should read that book. Your appreciation for timepieces will grow exponentially.
Great video TGV! Enjoyed every minute of it. Especially 15:44 when I learned that postage stamps in Tajikistan had Al Capone on them! What the heck 😂
My Sunday morning just got better!
Hugo, you gangster!
Thank you TGV for such an interesting video!! I found so many facts about different films, actors, and the watches that they wear that I never realized before!! Thank you so much for always expanding my horizons!! Have a wonderful day!! Stay healthy and well as always!! P.S- great intro! (Nick L) ❤❤❤🦖🦖🦖👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧
Thank you so much Nicolas, that means the world to me and hearing that makes it all worth it. Onwards and upwards!! 🙏😎
Best regards,
TGV
The Piaget Is My all time favourite. I believe legendary comedian Don Rickles wore one. I love to think it was a gift from Sinatra. Another amazing video TGV.
Your content is timeless. Your intros are priceless. Excellent work here. 👏
Thank you so much 🙏🙏🙏
Best regards,
TGV
Always love your "QUALITY" videos with substance and genuinely worth watching and sharing...
🙌🙌🙌 Thank you so much, I deeply appreciate that.
Best regards,
TGV
@@theurbangentry actually, our NZ watch group, RedBarNZ admires your work and passion, thanks TGV you have a good Kiwi following here and having the same passion about TRUE HOROLOGY, personally, I thank you for your awesome videos and dedication to educate people about what actual Horology means, historically and deep factual relevance... #WIS4Life 🍾🥂
Brian De Palma is truly the most underrated American director of the latter 20th Century. Using cinema as an entry-point to discuss wristwatches as a status symbol is really clever. Have you read Paul Fussell’s book, “Class”? He covers the wristwatch but the section on the prole jacket gape is more frequently quoted.
Educational always keep it coming bravo.
I never get tired of this channel
❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
PS. I love Hugo!
As always, thank you for making my weekend better and sharing the history!
Great Video!
There are so many interesting vintage Omega watches...
Thank you TGV for another great video. Scarface was always one of my most beloved movies. I saw if first when I was a teenager and I can remember Tony Montana's watch was really amazing one - then and still is now.
Another amazing deep dive! Your analysis of Scarface is spot on. I love how you touch on the fact that for all his flash, it's ultimately a facade to hide how empty and isolated he slowly becomes. I'll catch heat for saying this but I think that imagery is really relevant to watch enthusiasts who get lost in the weeds when it comes to chasing the iconic brands, including myself. I'd love to see more of these deep dives!
Status defined by symbolism...👌🏼 Appearances can be deceiving...💯✔️ Great video...👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 I was educated on soooooo many levels by watching this...🤘🏼
I love watch spotting in films 🎥 especially the classics. I was watching The League of Gentlemen 1960 with Richard Attenborough yesterday and he had on a Smiths and Jack Hawkins had on a Jaguar lecoultre to time a bank heist. Great video pizan 🇮🇹
I have never seen it, I will check it out, LOVE those classic British actors,
Thank you my friend. 🥂😎
Best regards,
TGV
@@theurbangentry You will absolutely love that film 🎥
Ha me too. Problem is I don't have the knowledge to ID many of the watches I see. Do you know of any good up to date forums/sites that deal with this?
@@killpop8255 I really don't maybe watchyouseek. I'm usually good with eyeing Rolex, Omega, Seiko, Cartier some Longines and JLC but the dress watches are a little harder to spot and even some sports watches. Since their were so many more brands back then. Before the quartz crisis but it's definitely one of my favorite things to do
Great to see Hugo again!
Thank you, I will pass along your best wishes.
Best regards,
TGV
@@theurbangentry thanks. I'm about halfway through the video now. Very interesting, well researched, insightful!
The first several minutes alone were captivating in the visuals, music, and history!
Great viddy T!
It's a shame that, despite playing such an important role in the development of timepieces, British watch and clockmaking (in terms of movements anyway) has all but disappeared.
I could not agree more, it is a real shame. If I had duck takes money I would buy Charles Frodsham and bring them back.
Thank you my friend, I am glad I am not the only one who thinks about this.
Best regards,
TGV
British movements, including Frodsham, these days seems to be mostly exquisite pieces have made in single digit quantities per year.
@@diydad7704 thank you for the link. I recognise many of the names on the site. While it's great that watch design is making a resurgence in the UK, I wouldn't call the companies I saw 'watch makers'. The majority design the watches and cases in the UK, but manufacturing and assembly takes place abroad, and utilises bought in movements. There are some really nice pieces, but it's a stretch to call them British watches.
TGV your endless creativity with your intros always impresses me! Such good fun
Thank you so much, they are really fun to make, I deeply appreciate that.
Best regards,
TGV
Would love a shirt with Hugo holding a martini glass and the word "Ghastly" printed in big letters.
Fantastic intro, TGV! Excellent to see Hugo popped in to say hello.
The observation that you have made that many personalities (that have become either infamous or famous for trying to appear infamous) adopt looks that they THINK are worn by the posh and sophisticated have made those very looks and products completely cliché and not sophisticated. The average Rolex wearer today probably does not care or know the history or capability of the piece they are wearing. They wear it simply to APPEAR affluent. Making it all the more LESS desirable as the cycle continues until it is recognized as a tool, used by those that actually utilize them, make them desirable again and the process starts again.
Absolutely wonderful historical analysis. Thank you for such a excellent video, yet again, my friend.
Hope you enjoy the WindUpWatch fair! Say hello to Marc for me. Be well, my friend. Onward and upward.
Great TGV! Watch lovers will refer back to this video in years to come, I am sure of it!
I don't know if many women subscribe, but I enjoy your watch videos. I am new to watch collecting and I learn a lot from them.
Good afternoon TGV, great that we have one of those classic Urban Gentry topics back in this vid. That is OG The Urban Gentry! Hugo is killing the intro 😂😂You're wife's Datejust is a stunner, and proof how versatile the 36mm Rolex case still is. Have a great sunday! Best regards!
Afternoon Heiko! Thank you so much, so glad to hear you approve. I totally agree, a 36mm is hard to beat in terms of versatility. Works with a track suit or a suit, pool or a business meeting. Have a great rest of your Sunday. 😎🥂
Best regards,
TGV
great video sir! but Gue Pequeno killed me ahahaha
Hugo incredible 100 points for the intro and content. Congratulations
Great job my friend 🦁
Great to hear someone finally mention Huygens , often overlooked in the history of horology.
🙌🙌🙌 He is a truly fascinating chap.
Thank you my friend,
Best regards,
TGV
Great episode , intro was priceless !!!👍
Excellent Hugo intro, daaaarling.
Loved the Hugo scene 😂😂
Very good indeed , one of your best 👌
Happy to see you yesterday at the watch fair :)
Scarface is such a great film......."Superb synopsis!"
Nicely subtle inclusion of a brief "Dad's Army" clip ;)
This brings me back to those videos in 2017 that brought me to The Urban Gentry. I wish I could like it twice!
Hugos great and this intro is my favorite with the 80s theme
Best. Intro. Ever! 😂 👌🏽
Came for Hugo but stayed for the history lesson! :)
your intro is best on youtube!!! end it was classic video thnxs ug
Very great video TGV, this is one of my favorites... Highly appreciating your content.
Great video!
Hugo il capo di tutti capi.!
🤣🤣🤣
Genius, love it. Thank you,
Best regards,
TGV
Solid content!
Another thoroughly enjoyable "history of horology" video! Love the Tony Montana "floating hands" Omega! By the way, your wife's datejust is beautiful!
Here I am feeling inspired by a RUclips video again. How marvelous.
This is so beautifully written, wow!
Very enjoyable vid. A different angle on that end of the industry and certainly credible.
The gangster kit I strive to own, Tony Montana's Omega Watch, Tony Soprano's Gold St Christopher Pendant and Lucky Luciano's Devil Signet Ring.
Great stuff!
Your description of tony montana is very reminiscent of 1980’s mike tyson with his obsession of money,power & consumerism. Just like tony,he even bought the tiger! 😁🐅
Great interesting video as always. Once again very happy to see references for Wall Street and Blackadder. 👍 Does make me ponder what watch a 21st century Edmund Blackadder would wear 🤔. Thanks as always for providing another well researched, well produced and highly entertaining video sir. Hope you have a fabulous week to come
Outstanding content as always!! Well done and keep it independent. Its your great point of difference now.
What a great Sunday watch.👀 Much love good sir
The intro 🤣🤣🤣👍🏾
Great video. Watches and movies, best combination. Cheers from Germany
Thank you for this beautifully presented video, that puts watches at the forefront without being a video about watches for the sake of being about watches. Well done.
I’m not sure how you got wrapped up with that sketchy Hugo but I love that guy!!! Lol Love it when Hugo makes an appearance!!!
Happiness the only true luxury… your hard work and videos certainly contribute to the Gentry’s happiness. Thanks.
Sei grande! Thanks for the shoutout to scugnizzi di Napoli! Forza Napoli Sempre!
Please make a series on watches of the Sopranos. I want a scene by scene breakdown for each episode of each watch featured. Please, I need it.
Excellent video! Stay humble and serve others that is happiness
Bellissimo video! 😊 thanks, very interesting content!
I love the high quality content you produce. I appreciate the history you provide in your videos, this one specifically. Bravo sir
What a great video TGV. Very well documented and super interesting links between cinema and real life! The quality of your video editing never ceases to amaze me. Definitely one of the best channels about watches, horology and beyond! Thanks TGV.
The Rolex Cellini ... an enviable ascension to the ultimate dress timepiece.
Thanks for the lesson, would like to hear more about pinky rings.
Video leaved me speechless, so much interesting parts and stuff to think about, like a rollercoaster through “time” - is that still RUclips or the beginning of real video art? Like it, just wow!
I live in Vancouver CA and was fortunate to be on the set of the film Unforgettable while one of Ray Liotta's scenes was being filmed. I've always been a fan so it was a real treat for me. Great video as always T. Cheers!
Hi TGV, by coincidence I’ve lent my much loved 1960s Bulova Spaceview to my partner Sarah while her Tissot Ballade III is serviced.
It takes love to entrust these things to another.
That was a great video, maybe your best. Alot of wisdom there.
Hi TGV
Wise and insightful as always and with great historical research as a background. Love these thematic videos of yours...
I like the more discreet approach most when it comes to watch choices. Doesn’t necessarily mean that the piece isn’t quite expensive but I just don’t like to be too flashy😊
Keep up the good work👍
How far have we came, i still remember first video i saw from TGV, regarding finding the right watch for your wrist size, back in 2017 i belive to these kind of historic remainder videos. We press on, onwards and upwards TGV !
TGV your introduction is ALWAYS GREAT!
Hugo is an absolute legend 🤣🤣. Great video TGV. This makes us realise our hobby puts into a long, nuanced legacy and tradition that came way before us. I guess I'm the Tony from wish 🤣. Tony's omega is darn interesting. I've never seen that before. You're an effing legend TGV
Wow great video. Not only about watches but a great deal of social commentary.
Fantastic video. Well done. Cheers.
I'm in Love With Power reserve Indicator...at moment...lol
As always your knowledge of watch history is impeccable hope everyone had a great weekend
Awesome video TGV!
Poor TGV really does have girly wrists 😂
Another great upload mate.
If you're in ever in Scotland I'll get you a pint ! Only started watching your videos but absolutely brilliant (watch)
There are various clips of Kenny Everett that relate to UG. . His last clips are showing him wearing ‘I think’ a rather smart Patek. Can you confirm and enjoy a huge laugh at one of the most treasured British Entertainers of the 1970/80’s. I would be thrilled to identify what watch he was wearing. It’s Gold, it’s kind of round and I hope Kenny (after all his hard work), would have a qulity timepiece.
A nice video, this one. A popular misconception is that success is directly proportional with wealth. You nailed it at the end when you infered happiness is the true measure of success.
Another well done episode. More in depth than usual but I really liked that for this subject.
Excellent video TGV. Onward and Upward. Forza Roma!!
I love your episodes that go over the history of watches; fantastic video! Can you please create more videos on this theme?
Another amazing video! The intro was Killer!
Cracking episode touching on so much pop culture alongside the all important horology. Keep 'em coming.
Simply a brilliant historical content, I really appreciate your brilliance Guv’nor!
Bravo! Not always pleasant, but your ability and willingness to contextualize separates you from the large pack of youtube watch enthusiasts. Bravissimo!
Thank you so much my friend. Very kind of you to say.
Best regards,
TGV