Frederique Constant - A great watch brand for accessible luxury watches

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  • Опубликовано: 15 окт 2024
  • Join Montredo as we delve into Frederique Constant - featuring interviews with CEO Peter Stas, Master Watchmaker Pim Koeslag and of course, lots of stunning watches!
    “In two simple words: Accessible Luxury”.
    In the following video, we’d like to present the vision behind the brand as well as the individual production steps until their watches' completion. According to Peter Stas, Founder and CEO, the brand's philosophy is quite simple: “In two simple words: Accessible Luxury”. Ever since the company’s founding in 1988, the creation of timeless designs at affordable prices is particularly (but not only) addressed to younger watch enthusiasts.
    The brand also offers a collection of watches with in-house calibres. Especially, the Slim-Line Collection as well as the Heartbeat model have become integral part of the brand’s portfolio. From simple hand winding movements to minute repeaters, all of these watches are assembled per hand within Frederique Constant’s four walls.
    Watch highlights featured in the video:
    Frederique Constant Slim Line Moonphase Blue (0:49)
    This stunning Frederique Constant moonphase watch is part of the Manufacture collection and employs the inhouse-made calibre FC 705. The dial looks amazing together with the mercury blue sky of the moonphase indicator. As mentioned above, almost all watches listed here employ an inhouse caliber. The date is indicated by a small hand that circulates the moonphase subdial. Using an additional hand for the date is usually found in watches that feature full or perpetual calenders. The watch measures 42 mm and comes on a black kroko leather strap.
    Frederique Constant Worldtime Manufacture Blue (0:58)
    This worldtime watch manages to be fully functional without the need for a rotating bezel or a second pusher/crown. By doing so, Frederique Constant has preserved the classic and elegant look for their Worldtimer series. This model has a case measurement of 42 millimeters and captivates with its breathtaking looks and a stunning dark blue dial.
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Комментарии • 88

  • @AkuNoHana
    @AkuNoHana 7 лет назад +57

    I love what these guys do and what they stand for. Accessible luxury - opening up opportunities to get people to be more passionate about horology is a great cause. I also love that they treat Swiss watch making heritage with reverence and dignity. I just ordered my first Frederique Constant, they certainly earned a spot in my collection to sit along side with Longines, Omega, and Tudor. Keep up the great work FC! This is good stuff.

    • @Montredo
      @Montredo  7 лет назад +4

      Very much agreed! Great brand philosophy.

  • @nicolerok9100
    @nicolerok9100 2 года назад +4

    I just bought my boyfriend a Frederique Constant Classic today for our 4 year anniversary.
    It’s a beautiful, but simple watch.

  • @madhatter9001
    @madhatter9001 6 лет назад +11

    I purchased the Worldtimer model FC-718WM4H6 while in Perth Australia and I love the watch. Traveling between Australia and the US allowed me to track time during stops in Dubai, Houston, and Perth AU. Thank you Mr. Stas for producing a quality watch at a nice price level. As the owner of 30+ time pieces, my Worldtimer from Frederique is my favorite.

    • @Montredo
      @Montredo  6 лет назад +3

      Certainly a great watch with a good value for money!

  • @smitty03281964
    @smitty03281964 2 года назад +6

    I always thought it was amazing how they started and steered this company during a difficult time of the quartz crisis (maybe it should have been called the mechanical recession). Many long storied companies went under during that time. Frederique Constant is credible and here to stay in the luxury watch category.

  • @mistertee5000
    @mistertee5000 5 лет назад +11

    I love my FC though the design is a little derivative (but which is also why it looks so good. My boss who wears a Jaeger thought mine was too from a distance). Would like to see them develop more proprietary designs. They need an iconic design...that is the true mark of a luxury watch brand.

  • @guclumelek79
    @guclumelek79 3 года назад +5

    Great company ideology ... Great outcome...
    I always adored the classic designs of Vacheron Constantin and JLC and Patek Philippe. But the fact that even if I could rob a bank and buy one:), I knew could not wear any of those brands on regular basis mainly because of the fear of damaging at some point..
    Once that reality has struck me, I was hopeless.. Then one day, I saw the elegant Frederic Constant watches. Now I feel happier..

    • @einundsiebenziger5488
      @einundsiebenziger5488 3 года назад

      It's a philosophy, not an ideology. They're a watch brand, not a political movement or religion.

    • @guclumelek79
      @guclumelek79 3 года назад +2

      @@einundsiebenziger5488 Thanks for the correction. Please let me know if you need any help with Greek or Turkish translation in the future..

  • @bartlomiejmatkowski1782
    @bartlomiejmatkowski1782 5 месяцев назад

    @Peter Stas after watching this video, you inspired me to trust the Frederique Constant brand and I'm now a proud owner of the magnificent watch: Frederique Constant FC-718NWM4H6.
    I couldn't be happier with my purchase. This watch is outstanding and I'll definitely buy another watch from one of your collections. Thank you for creating a Swiss exceptional quality masterpieces and keeping them at affordable pricetag which is helping/allowing people to enjoy and own a piece of Swiss perfection for a fraction of the price.
    Regards,
    Bartek

  • @mdsayeedalsafa9897
    @mdsayeedalsafa9897 4 года назад +13

    I love you Frederique constant watches ♥️♥️♥️♥️😍😍💯💯

  • @thrasherx9319
    @thrasherx9319 6 лет назад +2

    The class and commitment of the company shines through their products. There is something special about FC.

    • @Montredo
      @Montredo  6 лет назад

      Yes indeed, a special brand indeed

  • @amitfromisrael5006
    @amitfromisrael5006 8 лет назад +39

    Fantastic Brand! keep the good work!!!

    • @Montredo
      @Montredo  8 лет назад +1

      +Amit from Israel Thanks Amit! Highly appreciated!

  • @chap1068
    @chap1068 3 года назад +2

    One of my favorite brands!

  • @earthgirl7267
    @earthgirl7267 3 года назад +1

    Ordering my Frederique Constant. Thanks for sharing. ⌚

  • @reehji
    @reehji 5 лет назад +9

    the moonphase slim line is

  • @Brmmalesela
    @Brmmalesela 2 года назад

    Am loving my gold plated FC292MC4P5. Out of curiosity, which gold karat is it plated with?

  • @capnemo6576
    @capnemo6576 3 года назад +1

    Great Company.
    Great Results !

  • @bookofmillions
    @bookofmillions 3 года назад +1

    These guys are making their own movements, which is... fantastic 🤗💟 Of course the masses won't care much but I call it consistency and very ambitious. My next watch will be a Constant! Have 26 G-Shocks now (which took away the joy of wearing true Swiss), 2 Tags (am never wearing them) and 1 Victorinox Alliance Automatic black ⚫ which idk why I... love.

    • @Montredo
      @Montredo  3 года назад +1

      26 G-Shocks? 🤯
      But we couldn't agree more with you, it's a fantastic brand.

  • @DavidSchwartzjr
    @DavidSchwartzjr 4 года назад +6

    I'm about to order my first FC watch in celebration of 5 years of marriage! Can't wait to see it on my wrist!

    • @Montredo
      @Montredo  4 года назад +1

      Congrats David, enjoy your FC!

  • @cfemotion
    @cfemotion 5 лет назад +1

    I hope they will CONSTANTly keep improving. I am planning to buy one in future...

    • @Montredo
      @Montredo  5 лет назад

      sounds great! check out our selection of FC here: www.montredo.com/en-gb/brand/frederique-constant/

  • @liaqatkhan321
    @liaqatkhan321 6 лет назад +1

    Amazing , a lot of hard work , precision through micro engineering creating beauty . Keep it up .

    • @einundsiebenziger5488
      @einundsiebenziger5488 3 года назад

      Speaking of precision: If these guys left large gaps in their watches as you do around your commas and periods, they would fall apart as soon as you try to put them on. You leave exactly one space after each comma and period, not before them and not multiple ones.

  • @maxiohanaan9746
    @maxiohanaan9746 3 года назад +1

    Bought my first FC about a month ago. Like a next level after quartz watches for years.

  • @winnerm
    @winnerm 8 лет назад +3

    Do they put in house mechanism in all watches? Im interested in particular model: FC-303M4P6B3

    • @Montredo
      @Montredo  8 лет назад +1

      Hi, the FC-303 movement found in the FC-303M4P6B3 is based on either the ETA-2824 or Sellita SW200, which is explained in one of our videos: ow.ly/ntQ1303YZJP. FC in-house movements are found in the Manufacture collection. Hope we were able to help.

  • @ocb05
    @ocb05 3 года назад

    Just picked up a Slim Line Small Seconds. Great value for such quality!

    • @Montredo
      @Montredo  3 года назад +1

      Definitely, enjoy your new watch 👍
      Nice pick!

    • @ocb05
      @ocb05 3 года назад

      @@Montredothank you! Will do! Cheers

  • @ChoirWalker
    @ChoirWalker 4 года назад

    Finally! Have been seraching for this look combined with the same quality and price! Nicely done. Im going with FC.

    • @Montredo
      @Montredo  4 года назад +1

      You won't regret it! 😊

  • @thunderking101
    @thunderking101 2 года назад

    Great video. Amazing brand.

  • @cameron.636
    @cameron.636 Год назад

    What model is displayed at 5:40 in the video?

  • @cbrudder84
    @cbrudder84 4 года назад

    I got my Rose Gold Runabout last week and it is definitely the centerpiece of my collection.

    • @Montredo
      @Montredo  4 года назад +1

      Awesome, enjoy! :)

  • @Rauz11
    @Rauz11 Год назад

    I dont when and how i will get money for that slim moonphase with rome numbers but i will. ❤❤

  • @theonlyredspecial
    @theonlyredspecial 5 лет назад +1

    fantastic watches. I own a few of them including the rose gold world timer - alongside my Rolex pieces.

    • @markr1461
      @markr1461 4 года назад +1

      No one gives a shit

  • @emadzokaei5172
    @emadzokaei5172 3 года назад

    What is the model of watch at 6:00 if anyone knows please?

  • @kofiofosu9051
    @kofiofosu9051 2 года назад

    Incredible

  • @shaikhkarim1992
    @shaikhkarim1992 3 года назад +1

    Beautifull

  • @LTV249
    @LTV249 2 года назад

    Amazing

  • @tigerlam
    @tigerlam 4 года назад

    Which watch is that in the thumbnail

  • @nicholasperry56
    @nicholasperry56 5 лет назад +6

    Anyone notice the "LoL" at 2:04?

    • @FireBlade57
      @FireBlade57 5 лет назад

      haha now it can't be unseen XD

  • @TerenceHughes4501
    @TerenceHughes4501 2 года назад

    Awesome

  • @MrZZooh
    @MrZZooh 4 года назад

    My next watch will be an in-house FC auto chrono.

  • @rajlovinglife
    @rajlovinglife 4 года назад

    That Skyburst deep sea blue 🌒 moonphase has my attention....

  • @lipinglin1994
    @lipinglin1994 3 года назад +1

    Great watches, but the size is just too big :(

    • @Montredo
      @Montredo  3 года назад

      They also have a wide array of smaller-sized watches. 👍

  • @a053303
    @a053303 7 лет назад +2

    FC is dutch...?

    • @Montredo
      @Montredo  7 лет назад

      The founders are Dutch but the company is based in Switzerland.

    • @fauxbugnl9968
      @fauxbugnl9968 6 лет назад

      Nederland ooh Nederland jij bent de kampioen. Wij houden van oranje ....

  • @muhammedyousaf09
    @muhammedyousaf09 4 года назад

    I came to know about frederique constant today while i entered in to the mall to purchase rolex

    • @Montredo
      @Montredo  4 года назад

      And what are your thoughts about the brand? :)

    • @muhammedyousaf09
      @muhammedyousaf09 4 года назад

      @@Montredo it's a good brand

    • @Montredo
      @Montredo  4 года назад

      @@muhammedyousaf09 Indeed!

  • @gianpakasa
    @gianpakasa 6 лет назад

    And now Citizen what will do?

    • @Montredo
      @Montredo  6 лет назад

      citizen owns the brand for quite a while now and they do quite cool things together!

  • @dean-marr
    @dean-marr 23 дня назад

    Luv FC

  • @briancho8656
    @briancho8656 6 лет назад +2

    They have to improve their leather straps.

    • @Montredo
      @Montredo  6 лет назад

      do you have bad experience with their straps?

    • @wh7824
      @wh7824 5 лет назад

      @@Montredo i can relate, their leather isn't as good as other bigger watch making maufacturer, it's kinda hard to explain.

    • @akewisututchin3742
      @akewisututchin3742 5 лет назад

      Yes I also have problems with the strap

  • @DarthMalaks_Missing_Lower_Jaw
    @DarthMalaks_Missing_Lower_Jaw 5 лет назад +1

    And Orient Sun and Moon look similar, have just as good of a movement if not better, and cost a fraction.

    • @Montredo
      @Montredo  5 лет назад

      yes, there are many brands with good value for money.

    • @adeelnissar5965
      @adeelnissar5965 4 года назад

      Orient is great value, but the quality is not near up to par with FC, they’re inspired by Bregeut and make watches that compete with luxury. Also, the Orient literally just shows AM & PM, not the proper 29.5 day moon phase.

  • @rajeevk4323
    @rajeevk4323 Год назад

    👏👌👍

  • @BoleDaPole
    @BoleDaPole 6 месяцев назад

    Is Fredrick Constant like the step headed child of Vacheron Constantin?

  • @omarrichardson7007
    @omarrichardson7007 Год назад

    seiko shade 1:04 lol

  • @welzbetr4932
    @welzbetr4932 4 года назад

    Goood 😍😍😍😍😍💯💯💯💯

  • @Ossory88
    @Ossory88 3 года назад

    "Whatchechs"

  • @ZubairKhan-vs8fe
    @ZubairKhan-vs8fe 3 года назад

    Who is Frederique Constant?
    Or was this name chosen as a rip off of Vacheron Constantin?

    • @Montredo
      @Montredo  3 года назад +4

      Frédérique Constant is derived from the names of the great-grandparents, Frédérique Schreiner and Constant Stas, of each founder.

  • @kikidailyswipe
    @kikidailyswipe 3 года назад

    Nederlander...

  • @MLGxBXRxPRO
    @MLGxBXRxPRO 5 лет назад

    I would rather have a seiko than an fc. I mean cmon fc has never made a contribution to the watch world seiko is a way more prestigious brand than fc plus a spring drive grand seiko is way more technical and way better made than any fc if you think any other way youre delusional

  • @andivalentinus2912
    @andivalentinus2912 7 лет назад

    Copycats... Lack of characters

    • @GeneraLigma
      @GeneraLigma 6 лет назад

      the CEO: "Vacheron's are amazing and the name is cool too, make our name as close to that without incurring legal trouble"....

  • @purplefabian
    @purplefabian 4 года назад

    This brand sucks