How On Earth Does a Tourbillon Watch Work? | Watchfinder & Co.

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  • Опубликовано: 15 июл 2024
  • The tourbillon is perhaps the most impressive complication in watchmaking. It’s also not really a complication, nor is it, in a wristwatch, particularly useful. So, what is it, how does it work, and if it’s so useless, why are we so obsessed with it?
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  • @watchfinder
    @watchfinder  9 месяцев назад +2

    We know you want more watches…. click here: linktr.ee/watchfinder

  • @OB-um3ql
    @OB-um3ql 4 года назад +2899

    Beautiful watch. I have no idea what he's talking about though

    • @nurbsenvi
      @nurbsenvi 4 года назад +179

      He is saying whole lot of nothing

    • @sirlillo2734
      @sirlillo2734 4 года назад +12

      hahaha

    • @lennymoore2443
      @lennymoore2443 4 года назад +6

      lmfao

    • @shogun1873
      @shogun1873 4 года назад +36

      Ahaha Same didn't not understand a word was just watching the wheel spin but not sure why it needs to spin still cool though

    • @kaori7472
      @kaori7472 4 года назад +2

      Me too but what is tourbi)lion?

  • @lylez00
    @lylez00 4 года назад +99

    Imagine how difficult it must have been back in those days to do high-precision work at such a small scale.

    • @Cynsham
      @Cynsham 2 года назад +16

      That is why we are still praising their handiwork and craftsmanship over 200 years later. They were masterpieces back then.

    • @AbesamisM
      @AbesamisM 9 месяцев назад +3

      It’s hard to fathom

    • @MrPLC999
      @MrPLC999 3 месяца назад +1

      Breguet actually developed the tourbrillon movement for pocket watches. The early pocketable time pieces of 200-300 years ago were notoriously inaccurate, and there was a great deal of interest in finding ways to improve them. The tourbillon allegedly did improve timekeeping but is little more than a fascinating decoration in today's purely mechanical wrist watches. I would have to say though that the three-axis tourbillons of Jacob&Co's Astronomia series are just glorious works of art, some of which cost more than $1 million. The Astronomia Typhoon is my personal favorite. I would really appreciate if Mr. Arabo would kindly ship one to me for posting this endorsement.

  • @mikec3454
    @mikec3454 4 года назад +82

    You know this is an exquisite watch when you don't know if you're more impressed by the tourbillon or the 170 hr power reserve... just wow.

  • @davidnievesjr.9478
    @davidnievesjr.9478 4 года назад +394

    I always wondered how a tourbillon worked. This video answered so many questions. Except how to afford one.

    • @NasirKhan-ye9tv
      @NasirKhan-ye9tv 4 года назад +5

      You can get a decent one for under 100 dollars on Ali express. Just search Carnival tourbillion

    • @TucsonDude
      @TucsonDude 4 года назад +24

      @@NasirKhan-ye9tv You goofball...that's not a true tourbillon. Not even a good fake.

    • @nikhils2343
      @nikhils2343 4 года назад

      Have a look on Titan watches

    • @Nome_e_Cognome
      @Nome_e_Cognome 4 года назад +5

      SeaGull?

    • @Wilbur-em1hw
      @Wilbur-em1hw 4 года назад +2

      It is called getting a job.

  • @TalBogachov
    @TalBogachov 4 года назад +242

    I didn't understand a single thing. I stayed for the beautiful watch.

    • @kaori7472
      @kaori7472 4 года назад +1

      @5putput Ohh thanks I dont even know what that guy talking about xD

    • @soolly357
      @soolly357 3 года назад

      Yea, same here.

  • @omegaelixir
    @omegaelixir 4 года назад +382

    How does an escapement work: DONE
    How does a tourbillon work: DONE
    How does a chronograph work: DONE
    How does a minute repeater work: DONE
    How does a rattrapante chrono work: DONE
    How does a navitimer work: DONE
    How does an automatic watch work: DONE
    How does a timezone function work: DONE
    How does a watch work: DONE
    How does a triple axis tourbillon work: NOT DONE
    How does a perpetual calendar work: NOT DONE

  • @stefanlempen4346
    @stefanlempen4346 4 года назад +366

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    • @ElcurionExodus
      @ElcurionExodus 4 года назад +1

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    @davidstewart3868 4 года назад +7

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    @rahmatbagas3988 3 года назад +14

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  • @slashusr
    @slashusr 4 года назад +16

    "Machinalis Ars Machinalis"
    I have put this video into my favorites list. Why? Because, when the manic, hurried, crazy rush of the technological, digital and frenetically relentless pace of modern life becomes overwhelming, I can stop, slow down, and appreciate "every tick and every tock" of time as it passes.

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      @albertalmonte6045 4 года назад +3

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      @syedshafyee1176 4 года назад

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    @Sergey-wg7ne 2 года назад +1

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  • @richardkaberry8790
    @richardkaberry8790 4 года назад +57

    “Appreciate every tick and every tock.” And there you have it. Why we love mechanical watches in a digital age! Great video!

    • @jiv32
      @jiv32 3 года назад

      And thus began the age of tik tok

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    @KandarpAdroja129 4 года назад +1

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    @manufakturwaldhoff4200 4 года назад +1

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  • @lelandlewis7207
    @lelandlewis7207 3 года назад +106

    I recently got into repairing a couple of Anniversary Clocks and really got to appreciate the work put into clock and watchmaking. I love mechanical devices of all types, especially old machines; it amazes me the ideas these men came up with and built by hand, sometimes in backyard sheds and with little engineering training.
    As a machinist, it is amazing the accuracy and workmanship put into something as "simple" as a watch. This is a dying art, unfortunately.

    • @vinkniv
      @vinkniv 2 года назад +1

      Jacob and Co are still inventing crazy mechanical watches. Too bad it's only for the mega rich.

    • @ACSwatches
      @ACSwatches Год назад +1

      @@vinkniv they aren’t inventing anything my friend.

    • @vinkniv
      @vinkniv Год назад

      @@ACSwatches Show me something similar to a watch like the godfather on another brand. Or the bugatti watch.

    • @ACSwatches
      @ACSwatches Год назад

      @@vinkniv 👍.

  • @pratikpakrashi5171
    @pratikpakrashi5171 4 года назад +2

    Another brilliant video! Loved watching every moment of it.
    You guys are a major reason why I know, what I know about watches.

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    @micheljubran3427 4 года назад +3

    Those camera angles have leveled up a notch in recent videos. Amazing !

  • @yuricpt
    @yuricpt Год назад

    Love your videos and the way you poetry behind it, the same of making watchs, the passion and the love behind every piece of it.
    Great job. Thank you.

  • @ttpgm
    @ttpgm 4 года назад +8

    Great video as always : it's the first time I gained a better understanding of the mechanism behind the complication. Absolutely fascinating:) Would love to learn more technical insight for other complications:)

  • @enriqueparedespinel1694
    @enriqueparedespinel1694 4 года назад +9

    "Appreciate every tic and every toc" the essence of horology enthusiasts. Great words.

  • @rongriffiths6927
    @rongriffiths6927 4 года назад +45

    It's mind blowing watching such creative and impressive movement and design and especially for its time and period designed and thought of. Work of art.

  • @turloghsk
    @turloghsk 4 года назад +2

    An exceptionally beautiful, entertaining and informative clip. Excellent work. Thank you very much.

  • @AshraJewels
    @AshraJewels 4 года назад +5

    2:15 Aliens reference... Bravo! Stayed frosty throughout this entire video.

  • @AAndrews1968
    @AAndrews1968 4 года назад +1

    This channel is the gold standard of horological information and education. Keep up the great work!

  • @matthewhall6288
    @matthewhall6288 4 года назад +2

    There is no scale to that Ulysse Nardin movement. Macro shots of it make it look like colossal gears of a clock tower. So impressive.

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    @praveenrao9266 4 года назад

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  • @liliss67
    @liliss67 4 года назад +23

    Just one little remark, the tourbillon does not cancel the force of gravity but averages positional errors (due to the gravity) at the escapement!

  • @vijaycherian9642
    @vijaycherian9642 Год назад

    Amazing video and presentation. Definitely piqued my interest and appreciation of these watches more❤

  • @rparamban
    @rparamban Год назад

    Absolutely beautiful explanation. I really enjoyed it and learned something new.

  • @tjhudson40
    @tjhudson40 3 года назад

    Beautifully made video and answers so many questions. It also reminds you to appreciate the beauty of craftsmanship and even though it's not necessary, why it absolutely is...

  • @jorgerobles628
    @jorgerobles628 3 года назад

    This guy is a Master at combining Philosophy of life with Horology, and the fact that he knows quite a lot about Horology, makes his videos First Rate!!!! Some people here would not have any idea about Horology, but his talking points, and the nice images makes the whole experience a magnificent one.......

  • @CanadianBeachcomber
    @CanadianBeachcomber 4 года назад

    Watchfinder & Co. is quickly becoming my favourite channel. You are doing an incredible job. At the same time, I am becoming more and more frustrated with other watch reviewers who want us to respect their opinions even when they haven’t personally seen the watch(es) they review.

  • @neoteny7
    @neoteny7 4 года назад +2

    This channel made me fall in love with mechanical watches....subbed.

  • @johnny6171
    @johnny6171 2 года назад

    Your description of and escapement is masterful!

  • @Drakovox
    @Drakovox 4 года назад +3

    Amazing video and history lesson. These videos makes my weeks

  • @CTSH1981
    @CTSH1981 4 года назад +30

    If possible, please do a review on a multi-axis a.k.a. Gyrotourbillion. In addition, how does the aforementioned compare to a minute repeater, complexity wise? Keep the great content coming!

    • @coreygolphenee9633
      @coreygolphenee9633 Год назад

      Minute repeaters are the most nuts but the cost increases to complexity ratio for that little performance is hilarious

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  • @chribm
    @chribm 3 года назад

    I love to hear the ticking of a mechanical watch. I don't know why, it is just pleasant to me. That is a beautiful watch and I am fascinated by the level of craftsmanship it takes to create something so small and intricate.

  • @markfisher7962
    @markfisher7962 2 года назад

    Wonderful macro photography!

  • @waleedmalik802
    @waleedmalik802 4 года назад +1

    It's just so satisfying to watch it's movement even though I could not understand a thing.

  • @Mightyslinn
    @Mightyslinn 4 года назад +6

    ‘Remember short controlled bursts’ - Corporal Dwayne Hicks ... you sir are a legend 😂😂

    • @VenturiLife
      @VenturiLife 3 года назад

      Haha! Great reference.

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      @PrinceBarin77 2 года назад

      My faith in the universe is restored. Cannot believe how far I had to scroll to find this piece of cultural recognition in the comments. Stay frosty!!

  • @JetCooper3D
    @JetCooper3D 4 года назад +2

    Absolutely brilliant! Thank you....

  • @jbbrabant
    @jbbrabant 4 года назад +1

    Enjoyed the video very much. Thanks 👍

  • @fangsandfolklore8795
    @fangsandfolklore8795 Год назад

    Fascinating. I understand it now. Thank you!

  • @MarcusFunk1990
    @MarcusFunk1990 2 года назад

    After seeing the new GS constant force Tourbillon movement - this video really helped!

  • @nicholasedwards3267
    @nicholasedwards3267 3 года назад

    Thats it! When life gets to be a little fast and crazy I take some time out to stare and ponder at my watch. Puts things back in perspective

  • @gregcrabb3497
    @gregcrabb3497 2 года назад

    I just love watches of all kinds. Such an amazing piece of mechanical machinery. Love old adding machines and typewriters too...they just amaze me.

  • @simonassouline45
    @simonassouline45 3 года назад

    Simple to understand his logic, behind the format of a Tourbillion principles of mechanical movements! Beautiful!

  • @bravenizer
    @bravenizer 4 года назад

    Beautiful video!!!

  • @rashid_art
    @rashid_art 4 года назад +1

    Blessing😭😭😭 another watchfinder video

  • @DrFadoo
    @DrFadoo 4 года назад

    Amazing video as usual!

  • @MLightstone
    @MLightstone 10 месяцев назад

    As much as I love your chatty videos, I do love these deep dives the best. Bravo.

  • @belledetector
    @belledetector 2 года назад

    One of your best videos. Very well explained

  • @MrVoayer
    @MrVoayer 4 года назад

    Delicate beaty... Captivating story... Yet another exquisite video from Watchfinder&Co. !

  • @barfymann362
    @barfymann362 4 года назад +217

    Watching this video with a Chinese Sea-Gull Tourbillon on my wrist, someday soon it shall be an A. Lange & Sohne.

    • @marcusskyfall
      @marcusskyfall 4 года назад +19

      Believe to achieve 👍

    • @Comalv
      @Comalv 4 года назад +9

      How is it working for you? I've ordered one last week because I won't be able to afford a better one for the foreseeable future

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      @aknonnerd 4 года назад +1

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    • @megamastah
      @megamastah 4 года назад +13

      @Magister Ludi Funny how PRC communist regime is now fascist.

    • @Comalv
      @Comalv 4 года назад +52

      @Magister Ludi I assume you do not buy clothes made in China or anything from Aliexrpess or anything super cheap and disposable then, right? Good for you

  • @mrandmrswheels1142
    @mrandmrswheels1142 4 года назад

    Beautifully done as usual 👌

  • @expierreiment
    @expierreiment Год назад

    Beautiful watch, beautiful narration

  • @anas_daas_cars
    @anas_daas_cars Год назад

    What a wonderful explanation love the video

  • @notmyfault6835
    @notmyfault6835 3 года назад

    @1:29 a string of gears... that feed the hands... to represent the passage of time : PRICELESS

  • @d1xenotime
    @d1xenotime 4 года назад

    Very well explained. Thank you.

  • @GSRTigers007
    @GSRTigers007 4 года назад

    I watched the whole video but still have no idea what you just said, it was mesmerizing and I watched the whole thing without understanding a thing.

  • @shreyashshankar9819
    @shreyashshankar9819 2 года назад

    Wow! Appreciate Every Tic and every tock👏👏👏Nice Video

  • @bcuam
    @bcuam 2 года назад

    great explanation!

  • @dsscse
    @dsscse 4 года назад

    I loved your Tourbillon description ! thumbs up and Subscribed !

  • @lee33htzdiscotech
    @lee33htzdiscotech 4 года назад +26

    Outstanding As Always... Great Information & Wordplay. “Cpl Hicks” Classic!

    • @mainlymusicman
      @mainlymusicman 4 года назад

      are you kidding this guy sucks. he cant explain anything,.

  • @ranferil.178
    @ranferil.178 3 года назад

    I really appreciated the finishing statement. Very true and accurate words.

  • @AbesamisM
    @AbesamisM 9 месяцев назад

    Thanks for this. This is mind blowing

  • @jbbrabant
    @jbbrabant 4 года назад

    Fascinating Video, thank You!

  • @daveyfromdownsouth7889
    @daveyfromdownsouth7889 3 года назад

    very well said at the end

  • @zigg4045
    @zigg4045 4 года назад

    Appreciate and respect the brilliant minds of the OG's.

  • @atsylor5549
    @atsylor5549 3 года назад

    Thank you. Ivan ways hear people talking about that in videos on super high end watches. But never knew what it’s purpose was. And it’s incredible that someone made that by hand with no help from computers

  • @OudProf
    @OudProf 3 года назад

    Love watching your videos

  • @briansaker1882
    @briansaker1882 4 года назад +2

    Thank you, an easy to follow explanation of a fascinating part of the watchmakers art.

    • @mainlymusicman
      @mainlymusicman 4 года назад

      easy to follow. if you're already an expert on watches maybe.

  • @MrChipBryant
    @MrChipBryant 4 года назад

    Excellent job..

  • @urayamusan
    @urayamusan 4 года назад +15

    Some say time stops when Watchfinder drops a new video...

    • @MeynMotorGroup
      @MeynMotorGroup 3 года назад +2

      All we know is, he's the Stig's watch selling cousin

  • @srt5806
    @srt5806 4 года назад

    We are in for a treat when Watchfinder posts a video.

  • @NativelyBornAmerican
    @NativelyBornAmerican 4 года назад +7

    We still lust after mechanical horological pieces of artful engineering beauty simply for the joy it brings.

  • @adrianstachowski9422
    @adrianstachowski9422 3 года назад

    I'm totally love this mechanism. I'm 3D printing one, the triaxial tourbillon. I've failed one, the escapement is jamming, but now I'll succeed

  • @vaidas_t
    @vaidas_t 4 года назад +15

    Sir, your videos are amazing! By the way, loved the Aliens reference

  • @luckyn823
    @luckyn823 4 года назад

    These shots are beautiful!

  • @physics77guy
    @physics77guy 4 года назад

    best explanation... so in simple words its like a spring or pendulum put into a rotary motion

  • @ianwright1632
    @ianwright1632 4 года назад

    Brilliant invention and presentation

  • @bhavikshah5016
    @bhavikshah5016 4 года назад +2

    Didn't understand a bit of the mechanics behind.. but loved it..

  • @Mark-lj1dj
    @Mark-lj1dj 8 месяцев назад

    2:15 great reference 😂😂 caught me completely off guard

  • @petrlouc7648
    @petrlouc7648 4 года назад +6

    The whole video i was fighting my brain to decide in witch direction the escape wheel is turning.

  • @riseupani
    @riseupani 4 года назад

    You amaze me with your content. Even your hands talk !!

  • @andrei2023
    @andrei2023 4 года назад

    Great video 👏

  • @alan220781
    @alan220781 4 года назад +2

    It's amazing how a tourbillon and a carousel do not add a function or indication to the watch.. it's just beautiful and attracts your eyes!

  • @terryadams7470
    @terryadams7470 3 года назад

    That was one of the best answers I have ever heard on why we still love mechanical watches.

  • @morturn
    @morturn 3 года назад

    Well, as someone who knows nothing about watchmaking (well maybe a bit now), that was an incredibly informative video. Thank you.

  • @steveperry1344
    @steveperry1344 2 года назад

    i enjoy the inside of watches too, ever since i was a kid when i got my first cheap pocket watch and i had to open the back to see what made it tick. i still have a modest collection of watches and clocks today both mechanical and quartz.

  • @guritche
    @guritche 4 года назад +2

    I love the narrations of these videos.

  • @alvaropineros1
    @alvaropineros1 Год назад

    Superb video. Easy to understand even to the novice collector

  • @krzysztofhadala9126
    @krzysztofhadala9126 4 года назад

    Very impressive presentation😀