So true brother... Raketa Copernicus Vostok Amphibia Timex Q Chronograph Seiko 5 Casio f-91w Orient Mako II Tissot PRX Getting my Seagull 1963 soon... I think my entire collection is less than 1500$ and I wouldn't trade it for anything.
Aren't g-shocks great?? I'm such a klutz, the wife's nickname for me is "CrashBang" lol. But the g-shock can take all the hits and much more. Plus the features are amazing! Solar powered battery, atomic timekeeping (options of course, but some of my faves), they're awesome
Judging by the comments I must be the only dude who doesn't know who you are but welcome to the hobby! That is a fine collection you got there! I love that each of your watches are carefully collected timepieces with a story that you are passionate about! Some polywatch will sort that AE1100 crystal in a jiffy! Just a small bit on a micro cloth and five minutes later it will be gone!
Her name is Mary Spender and has a main channel with the same name. She makes music and talks about music: youtube.com/@maryspender?si=y2ctF70qIE8dCBnE
I have been watch collecting for 47 yrs, I have said from the beginning until now, "cost and prestige mean nothing," I buy a watch because I like it. I have watches that others may consider ugly and expensive, but I "like" them. Bravo, march on, glad your enjoying your watches, what is the point if there is no joy?
I loved hearing you talk about your love of the Casio world time. I feel the same way and a Casio can be such a vibe and really does make me feel nostalgic for my childhood. I've seen genuine videos of someone saying no man should wear a digital watch because it's not classy and is childish so it was nice to see the flip side.
This is such a great collection! I'll be honest, I had no idea who you were before this video popped up, but it's amazing how much of your personality shows through just seeing your watch collection and hearing you talk about them. I'll have to go check out your music now. Great video!
She is a beautiful guitarist/singer/song writer! Check her out in Leo's studio in Norway. Heavy metal with a silly Leo twist! Mary evens it out. (I love your watch reviews from Japan.) ua-cam.com/video/x0RV0kgdqJU/v-deo.htmlsi=Gk9osvJ6XdskHq3i
Love it Mary. I 100% agree. I love guitars and watches as well. It's not about the price of the item, but the design, the features, the quality, the craftsmanship, the vibe, and the functions.
Hi! As a fellow watch enthusiast who is a woman also, it’s so cool to find your channel. You’re completely correct about G-Shocks; I think the girls will be more into them now that someone like Billie Eilish has been sporting very colorful and cool G-Shocks lately. Nice to meet you.
@@CenterThePendulum Oh that’s awesome! I tend to wear anything from 37mm to 42mm, it just depends on what’s to come throughout my day. Your wife is super cool btw!
Hi Mary, It’s so refreshing to see a female watch horological collector. The British accent is pleasant to listen too. Your voice is calm and humble 🙂. And you enjoy talking about the movements of time pieces. I follow the Urban Gentry too. Great video! Please share more of you journey.🙂
First time encountering your work. You have a very impressive presence and presentation skill that is really intoxicating. Keeping it real you are a very attractive woman but it’s your connection to the subject and surprisingly the empathy you display. If you apply yourself to watches you could be very successful. I particularly enjoyed the mental and emotional connection you have for each watch. I will definitely check out your other channel.
My Casio died this morning after over 10 years of service and i am debating if i should get a new one or a Timex. then i came across this video and you made up my mind. i'm sticking with Casio thank you for your help. :)
Fellow watchgirl ... who owns / loves my G-shock (old-school DW5600). Deep cut with the CWC; iykyk. Been a fan of your voice / playing for a while ... and love watches ... and I'm so glad to find out that you're a collector!
I like that you have a lovely speaking voice, and you are very articulate and witty. As a creative person, you can tackle a new subject (like watch collecting), and make it interesting. Much appreciated, Mary.
Two very popular female watch influencers (5:08 - 5:22), who share your appreciation for G-Shock are Jenni Elle and Britt Pearce, both who have large followings on UA-cam. So there are women that exist who love Casio watches. While both of these ladies also cover more expensive brands, they regularly feature Casio watches as well.
You have a heart that harmonizes perfectly with your music-gentle, humble, and full of grace. Your kindness and beauty, inside and out, make you truly unforgettable.
I spied that moonswatch on your wrist in a recent video and immediately started digging to see if you had any videos on watches. I feel like I personally manifested this channel into existence!
You have a very captivating maner of speaking 😊 usually i skip videos cuz it's to long and boring but with you i was just peacefully listening from the beginning to the end ☺️ welcome to the watch world, now that you began collecting, you won't be able to stop 😅
I stumbled upon your channel by accident because I enjoy watching people’s collection videos and I’m glad I did. You may not have a high-end collection, but I can see that you have a love for all of the time pieces that you own and that is the most important thing. Even the mistakes we make are important in our collections. Looking forward to seeing more of your videos and I will now check out your other channel. Great work!!
I love it when the UA-cam algorithm makes suggestions that perfectly align with my interests. Me, stumbling upon your new channel, is just a great example of that. As a fellow watch enthusiast, of modest financial means, I appreciate your watch collection. I definitely subscribed.
I'm an avid viewer of your main channel & as a watch enthusiast I was so tickled to WATCH this video. Beautiful Casioak and I am a female that likes G-Shocks. I have a budget collection that mainly consists of Timex and Seiko watches. My pride and joy is a Seiko SRPC41K, "Mini Turtle".
May I suggest for you the Seiko 5 Brian May limited edition, the “red special.” It’s a literal collaboration between watch and guitar enthusiasts. I’ve always enjoyed your main channel and now look forward to following this new journey.
30 seconds in and I subscribed. I didn't know who you are but your humor and presentation hooked me. Very nice collection. Looking forward to more of your infotaining work. Cheers from sunny Florida!
I am a first time viewer of you channel and I love the fact that you love these watches, I have over 30 watches and like you they have a multiple price points. My latest acquisition is a G Shock GM2110D-2A. I love the fact that watches and what you like is so subjective. That way nobody is wrong. Fantastic collection and I look forward to updates of your next purchases.
From Canada. I didn't know about you before this video and I'm happy I found you. Wow! I'm in love with your beautiful English accent. I could sit and listen to you all day long.
Welcome to this marvellously addictive world of watch collecting on UA-cam. You seem knowledgeable and have a nice collection of what you actually like which is great. I look forward to your forthcoming videos.
Mary, I came here for the watches but ...dear God, that voice along with your british accent just mesmerized me. Love the rainbow Casioak and the Breitling Superocean. Cheers.
Welcome to the hobby/passion. As an avid watch collector for the past 40 years, my only advise to you is to buy what you like and enjoy your watches. Forget about all the nonsense. You can love a Casio the same as you might love a Rolex. You’ve got a great collection and you’ve tied a story and a meaning to each of your choices. That’s what it’s all about.
Mary, I've been a longtime watch collector (also not an expert 😊😊), and found your channel, and you, to be honest and enthusiastic about this hobby! I am now a subscriber!
I just came across this video on a UA-cam recommendation due to my recent hobby of collecting some nice watches... of this relatively affordable level... and here I find myself wondering why I didn't know Mary Spender... (I'm obviously not British, I don't even speak English well) but I fell in love with this funny introduction and being an amateur musician, guitarist, collector of guitars also of reasonable price, I felt absolutely identified and I am already subscribed to both channels and looking forward to catching up with all the videos here, here's a new fan from Spain 😄
Been watching Mary play guitar for awhile and as a watch collector with thousands of affordable watches, who thinks CASIO makes the best watches in the world, bar none, I welcome Mary to the club.
@@montys8th - most are Tough Solar which never need changing. I have solar Casio over 25 years old still on the original battery working perfectly, one of the reasons Casio are the best watches made, bar none. The just need a dose of sunlight to keep going. I have obtained seemingly dead solar Casio off eBay, put it in the Sun on a window sill for a week and they recover, and work as normal still.
The world is your oyster when it comes to 70’s vintage. So many gorgeous women’s watches to choose from for not a lot (relatively speaking) of money - I’m almost jealous! Great first vid. Great collection. Enjoyed your stories. The CWC was the crown for me. Welcome to our wonderful world of horology.
This hobby is about the passion, and you've got it in spades. While you lost me at being a cycling enthusiast, I love Casio--they're just so endearing and useful--and yes, we all have a watch or two that we just never mesh with for some reason. I have three, and they need to be rehomed as soon as I start functioning again. It was a delight to see you making a watch hobby video. I clicked it immediately. You make me want to do the same! Thanks for the content! It was great!
Great video! Welcome to the club fellow watch nerd! No need to label your collection as entry level, it doesn’t matter if you’re new or a veteran, your current collection is fantastic! I’m looking forward to seeing what’s next! Remember, per Steven Tyler “life (watches) are a journey, not a destination…”. Looking forward to listening to your music too! God bless!
As a printmaker who has gotten into watches, I dig this. I'm a seiko girl myself, but I love watches in the same way you do. Thanks for the awesome video.
So eloquent,classy and so dam refreshing to see and hear a woman being so passionate about her watches and this amazing hobby… I’m in and subscribed .👍🏼
Really well done Mary, I’ve been into watches for 50 years and a collector for 35-40 of those and yes the micro mechanics fascinate me to this day. You came across as genuine and knowledgeable, you’ll do really well at this - Good luck ❤️
Just what I was looking for . I have moved from mandolins to watches and I share your fascination with the fine craftsmanship evident in good watches. I so enjoyed your channel Thank you . Mike.
A wonderfully surreal experience to see the thumbnail for this pop up, causing me to say aloud "I swear that's Mary Spender?!" Having recently tumbled into watches (if your collection is 'entry-level', mine is still in the taxi on the way to the venue) this is a wonderful surprise. As a fan of classic field watch design, that CWC is pretty perfect. And yeah, Casios are an endless well of joy. Looking forward to seeing where you take the channel!
I enjoyed seeing your collection. I love anything with gears. Watches, motorcycles, and cars. My favorite watch I own is a Tissot GP that I wore on my motorcycle circumnavigation of the United States last year, 16,000 km in 29 days. Keep collecting!
They do look cool but its the opposite of what we want to collect. Most of us are connected enough to mass media,I don't need someone tracking my every movement. Its like having classic cars & going to a car show & taking an EV!
Hello from Madrid. Thanks the algorithm for finding you. Very well done with this video. I’m into watches for 20 years and this video is better than many videos done by dedicated youtubers.
Welcome to the hobby, Mary! Love your collection - especially that CWC that reminds you of your father. That's the power of collecting - the memories of each piece. I'm retired from the U.S. Navy and wore a G-Shock my entire 20 year career while sailing around the world.. I still have it, but have added to my collection with a Hamilton Field Khaki, and a Rolex Explorer ref 114270. Cheers!
I love it! I was definitely not expecting a watch video from you, but your enthusiasm is apparent in spades. I am very excited to come along on your watch journey.
I’m very new to watches too so glad I can follow someone else’s journey! Also 10/10 starting with a Breitling. As I now know “Sketchy dudes wear Breitling”!
Wow this was great - not sure how I stumbled on this (and minority hadn't heard of you before and wow what a great voice!). Look forward to seeing where the hobby takes you next!
What I love most about your video is your narration style. Calm, clear, relaxed. Most watch channels veer most verbose (to quote one of my fav movies), while others put you to sleep with a droning monologue. Your style is like listening to an audiobook (or a radio show of olden days). As a certifiable watch nerd, there is no "advice" to watch collecting. As you put it, every watch has a story and speaks something to the collector, be it Rolex or Casio. You have a beautiful collection, scratches and all. Welcome to the club.
I have never heard of you, but let me say this, what a baller way to kickstart a UA-cam channel. We welcome you to the watch club 110% long live god tier casio!
I immediately recognised sultry Mary. And a watch collection can very well be very affordable - like mine. I love watchss - they are a reflection of different activities, aesthetics, technologies- and STORIES. WELCOME, MARY, to this wonderful world! All the best, Rob in Switzerland😂
As a fellow watch nerd (enthusiast, geek, etc) and a long time subscriber to you main channel, I love listing to your music also, I would like to welcome you to the "friendly disease", that is watch collecting. Once you start, you can't stop. I'm forever browsing the internet, scouring my local shops for inspiration for my next watch purchase. Fabulous collection you have made, I also have one or two of those choices in my small collection, (Tissot PRX Quartz version, Casio "Tiffany" Dial). ⌚
Love this so much! Your collection reflects more of ours than those who have higher-end brands. I've got too many, and they mostly fall into my budget range. Buy what you like, rock it, and appreciate where everyone is in their journey. Great collection--I want to add a Tiffany blue like that Casio to my rotation.
The Omega x Swatch Crossover is fantastic! As is the Breitling, of course. But all in all a fantastic collection, so much personality in each of these watches. Thanx for sharing!
Hi Mary! Welcome to the world of horology and watch geekery. Thanks for sharing your watch collection with us. The biggest piece of advice I can give you is to enjoy the watches you like; not what everyone else thinks you should like. There's a saying I use (I first heard it pertaining to beer enthusiasts, but it applies to pretty much any hobby): The watch geek cares about what he/she wears; the watch snob cares about what you wear. Early in my collecting journey, I heard many collectors raving about the Seiko SKX. I found one on the second hand (no pun intended) market, and it turned out I hated it. It didn't fit me well because of the short lugs (and I didn't fully understand how lug-to-lug dimensions played a role in wearability). This piece taught me a lot about watch wearability. Ultimately, I sold it to a friend for what I paid for it, and he loves it. I'm happy it has a good home and will be worn with enjoyment. It just wasn't for me. Live and learn. There's a lot of great content out there to learn. Personally, I love watching (again, no pun intended) Andrew Morgan's channel. Most of all though, enjoy the journey.
Glad I found your channel, I have been collecting watches for about 20 years and have around 60 in my collection. The most important thing is to buy watches you like and not just buy watches because of the brand. I have watches ranging from £9.99 to £5,000, but my go to ones are my Dw5600 and my Casioak. Try some polywatch on the face of the casio.
Mary your collection is you and it's now that's all that matters. Who knows where we will be in the future live for now. I Enjoy your guitar / music video's and this one was fun. Cheers, Kim
As a watch enthusiast. I love to see the collection and the reason for purchasing each piece. One of my favorite videos from you so far. Please make more!
Stumbled on this by accident. Didn’t know you Mary, sorry! Very eloquently spoken. Silky voice and smooth accent made this a joy to listen to. My wife wears a breast cancer awareness casioak g shock that my ten year old son bought her. She loves it. It’s her soccer mom watch. Well done with the video. I’m a subscriber now.
I just recently bought the same Swatch Watch as you! Aaand ended up returning it… something just felt off. Funny coincidence! Really loved your Breitling, and its refreshing to see someone show off their collection in such an inviting manor. Much love
A nice little video on your collection. I have built a little collection over a few years, I did have a Seiko military watch which I deeply regret letting go, I am on my second Breitling Blackbird, (the previous sold), I have since added two Bremont watches, an Omega Speedmaster, and recently got a Cartier Tank XL. I might try and replace my military Seiko next year.
Know your more for guitar playing but loved this, bought back memories as I was also soldier who served on one tour of Iraq and 2 in Afghanistan, the cwc! What a blast from the past, if you couldn't afford a watch you went to the stores and got issued one of those beauts!, then through my 3 tours g shocks were the go to watch, rugged practical and reliable, good luck collecting more !
I am a woman and I Love my G-Shock brought it at the beginning of the year and have wore everyday. I wear it work, on my blazers, on my dresses u name it. I am obsessed with the entire Casio collection.
Growing up in Bristol, loving watches and the idea of a birth year watch, my 1989 G10 is also a very special part of my collection. Fantastic first video! Happy I found it! Looking forward to more 🥳
Thank you for this video! It's really refreshing to see a down to earth collection that isn't "So I picked up this Patek Philippe by chance when..." lol It feels very relatable to see what you have collected and they are lovely pieces!
Discovering your channel after watching a bunch of Nico Leonard's content is heck of a contrast 🤣Love the background on the brands, very informative. Very nice collection too! Looking forward to watching more of your watch content.
This is awesome, been a big fan for years and love your music, the fact you love watches as much as I do just makes it that much cooler. Definitely looking forward to more videos
Breitling and Omega fan here. You have a really nice watch collection. And I love the story behind everyone of your watches. I also have a Breitling, a MoonSwatch, and a PRX. Looking forward to hopefully see more content about watches.
Fellow Casio lover here! My wife had gotten me a nice Seiko digital watch 40+ years ago but, unfortunately, it got stolen. Bought a Casio as a replacement (digital/analog combo) and have been hooked ever since! Wore a G Shock GW-330A for the longest time. Loved the G Shock/Tough Solar/Wave Ceptor atomic time keeping! Finally had to change and loved a white dial Casio. The only problem was that they only sold them in Japan! Ordered one (AWG M100S) and LOVE it! Back to the analog/digital combo. G Shock/Tough Solar/World Time 6 band! Only comments is that I wish it had a sweep second hand and that the light function not only lit up the dial but was a backlight to the LCD displays. Other than that, perfect watch for me! Hope to see more of your content in the future!
Mary Spender being a watch collector and doing a SOTC video was NOT on my 2024 bingo card, I'm going to be honest...
Yeah, honestly man lol. Came out of left field.
But how great, right?
Mary's coolness factor was already maxed...I think that she has just broke the interwebs.
Got me to click.
Right!? I was like where have I heard that voice 😂😂😂
The beautiful thing about watch collecting is that you can be a proper collector at any budget.
So true brother...
Raketa Copernicus
Vostok Amphibia
Timex Q Chronograph
Seiko 5
Casio f-91w
Orient Mako II
Tissot PRX
Getting my Seagull 1963 soon...
I think my entire collection is less than 1500$ and I wouldn't trade it for anything.
@@matijasimeunovic8145 I Have a seagull in looking to get rid off. Doesn't get any wrist time and needs some love and a new home. !
I'm a woman and I love G-shocks and Casios in general. We exist! Great collection.
...and g-strings.
Oh we all exists, I have too many Casio standards and I’m looking forward to my third G shock besides my DW9052 and my DW6900CS1.
Aren't g-shocks great?? I'm such a klutz, the wife's nickname for me is "CrashBang" lol. But the g-shock can take all the hits and much more. Plus the features are amazing! Solar powered battery, atomic timekeeping (options of course, but some of my faves), they're awesome
@@itsnoha5322 yes. i have one and it gets the most wrist-time of all my watches :) even if i have some high end pieces
I've been loving the women's casioak series for fun summer watches. I have tiny wrists so for a G shock they fit and look great!
Holy shit Mary is one of us. The best advice I can give you is this "The answer is always Speedmaster".
Judging by the comments I must be the only dude who doesn't know who you are but welcome to the hobby! That is a fine collection you got there! I love that each of your watches are carefully collected timepieces with a story that you are passionate about! Some polywatch will sort that AE1100 crystal in a jiffy! Just a small bit on a micro cloth and five minutes later it will be gone!
Her name is Mary Spender and has a main channel with the same name. She makes music and talks about music:
youtube.com/@maryspender?si=y2ctF70qIE8dCBnE
She’s a killer guitar player.
@@Inkhaurt-Design-Art Thank you! I will check it out! 😄
@@valebliz Okay, I am not to familiar with her work but someone else gave me a link that I will check out! Thank you!
You are not alone lol
Great to see a relatable collection that’s not full of big money watches. Loved it.
A delightful approach to talking about watches. No pretense. Just fun.
I have been watch collecting for 47 yrs, I have said from the beginning until now, "cost and prestige mean nothing," I buy a watch because I like it. I have watches that others may consider ugly and expensive, but I "like" them. Bravo, march on, glad your enjoying your watches, what is the point if there is no joy?
…and the key to a watch collection is talking about what watch you are buying next!
I would love to hear what her Grail watch is.
I loved hearing you talk about your love of the Casio world time. I feel the same way and a Casio can be such a vibe and really does make me feel nostalgic for my childhood. I've seen genuine videos of someone saying no man should wear a digital watch because it's not classy and is childish so it was nice to see the flip side.
This is such a great collection! I'll be honest, I had no idea who you were before this video popped up, but it's amazing how much of your personality shows through just seeing your watch collection and hearing you talk about them. I'll have to go check out your music now. Great video!
A new challenger arrives! haha
im a sub, love ur stuff btw.
Ditto
She is a beautiful guitarist/singer/song writer! Check her out in Leo's studio in Norway. Heavy metal with a silly Leo twist! Mary evens it out. (I love your watch reviews from Japan.)
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Love it Mary. I 100% agree. I love guitars and watches as well. It's not about the price of the item, but the design, the features, the quality, the craftsmanship, the vibe, and the functions.
With loads of the expensive ones the mark-ups are shocking. 😬
Hi! As a fellow watch enthusiast who is a woman also, it’s so cool to find your channel. You’re completely correct about G-Shocks; I think the girls will be more into them now that someone like Billie Eilish has been sporting very colorful and cool G-Shocks lately. Nice to meet you.
Women are generally buying bigger watches now too, even very feminine ones (women I mean). My wife looks awesome in her 42mm Breitling Navitimer.
@@CenterThePendulum Oh that’s awesome! I tend to wear anything from 37mm to 42mm, it just depends on what’s to come throughout my day. Your wife is super cool btw!
@@thewatchfemme4051the older I get the bigger the watch I like.😊
I love your introduction, lol
Agreed! My beater is a bright yellow casio g-shock 5600, it makes me happy just to look at it.
Hi Mary,
It’s so refreshing to see a female watch horological collector. The British accent is pleasant to listen too. Your voice is calm and humble 🙂. And you enjoy talking about the movements of time pieces.
I follow the Urban Gentry too.
Great video! Please share more of you journey.🙂
This is a crossover I did not expect! As a long time follower of your main channel, and a new watch collector I loved this vídeo.
First time encountering your work. You have a very impressive presence and presentation skill that is really intoxicating. Keeping it real you are a very attractive woman but it’s your connection to the subject and surprisingly the empathy you display. If you apply yourself to watches you could be very successful. I particularly enjoyed the mental and emotional connection you have for each watch. I will definitely check out your other channel.
My Casio died this morning after over 10 years of service and i am debating if i should get a new one or a Timex. then i came across this video and you made up my mind. i'm sticking with Casio thank you for your help. :)
Battery, perhaps? Get it checked. Don't chuck it just yet!
Fellow watchgirl ... who owns / loves my G-shock (old-school DW5600). Deep cut with the CWC; iykyk. Been a fan of your voice / playing for a while ... and love watches ... and I'm so glad to find out that you're a collector!
What a refreshing “normal” watch collecting video.
Finally a relatable collection. And from a great musician too!
I like that you have a lovely speaking voice, and you are very articulate and witty. As a creative person, you can tackle a new subject (like watch collecting), and make it interesting. Much appreciated, Mary.
Two very popular female watch influencers (5:08 - 5:22), who share your appreciation for G-Shock are Jenni Elle and Britt Pearce, both who have large followings on UA-cam. So there are women that exist who love Casio watches. While both of these ladies also cover more expensive brands, they regularly feature Casio watches as well.
Wow, you nailed it. Those are the two ...
Britt aka Gringa was more fun when she vlogged while plastered.
@@lieutenantkettchthink she has a kid now so…
@@giants4105what? You easily impressed huh?
Lol do she? I'll have to check this out! 😂
You have a heart that harmonizes perfectly with your music-gentle, humble, and full of grace. Your kindness and beauty, inside and out, make you truly unforgettable.
I've never been so excited about discovering a new watch channel what a refreshing humorous and lovely approach to the Hobby that we all love
Your speaking voice is beautiful. Sound quality is amazing
I spied that moonswatch on your wrist in a recent video and immediately started digging to see if you had any videos on watches. I feel like I personally manifested this channel into existence!
You have a very captivating maner of speaking 😊 usually i skip videos cuz it's to long and boring but with you i was just peacefully listening from the beginning to the end ☺️ welcome to the watch world, now that you began collecting, you won't be able to stop 😅
I stumbled upon your channel by accident because I enjoy watching people’s collection videos and I’m glad I did. You may not have a high-end collection, but I can see that you have a love for all of the time pieces that you own and that is the most important thing. Even the mistakes we make are important in our collections. Looking forward to seeing more of your videos and I will now check out your other channel. Great work!!
Well Mary, after watching your guitar videos for years I was beginning to think I might love you. Now I know I love you.
I love it when the UA-cam algorithm makes suggestions that perfectly align with my interests. Me, stumbling upon your new channel, is just a great example of that. As a fellow watch enthusiast, of modest financial means, I appreciate your watch collection. I definitely subscribed.
I don't know who are you. But I love watches, and I like that you seem humble, genuine and honest. Thanks for your videos.
I'm an avid viewer of your main channel & as a watch enthusiast I was so tickled to WATCH this video. Beautiful Casioak and I am a female that likes G-Shocks.
I have a budget collection that mainly consists of Timex and Seiko watches. My pride and joy is a Seiko SRPC41K, "Mini Turtle".
May I suggest for you the Seiko 5 Brian May limited edition, the “red special.” It’s a literal collaboration between watch and guitar enthusiasts. I’ve always enjoyed your main channel and now look forward to following this new journey.
30 seconds in and I subscribed. I didn't know who you are but your humor and presentation hooked me. Very nice collection. Looking forward to more of your infotaining work. Cheers from sunny Florida!
I’m a female with a 10 watch collection and of those, 7 are Casio. They are hands down my favorite brand. And they look great!
The crossover i didn't know I needed!
I am a first time viewer of you channel and I love the fact that you love these watches, I have over 30 watches and like you they have a multiple price points. My latest acquisition is a G Shock GM2110D-2A. I love the fact that watches and what you like is so subjective. That way nobody is wrong. Fantastic collection and I look forward to updates of your next purchases.
What a cracking collection you have. Love the CWC. Welcome to the watch creator community 🙏
Oh, hi Kieron, seems like this one got you too, haha.
From Canada. I didn't know about you before this video and I'm happy I found you. Wow! I'm in love with your beautiful English accent. I could sit and listen to you all day long.
Welcome to this marvellously addictive world of watch collecting on UA-cam. You seem knowledgeable and have a nice collection of what you actually like which is great. I look forward to your forthcoming videos.
Mary, I came here for the watches but ...dear God, that voice along with your british accent just mesmerized me. Love the rainbow Casioak and the Breitling Superocean. Cheers.
Never seen or heard of you before but i could listen to you for hours looking foward to learning about watches
Welcome to the hobby/passion. As an avid watch collector for the past 40 years, my only advise to you is to buy what you like and enjoy your watches. Forget about all the nonsense. You can love a Casio the same as you might love a Rolex.
You’ve got a great collection and you’ve tied a story and a meaning to each of your choices. That’s what it’s all about.
Mary, I've been a longtime watch collector (also not an expert 😊😊), and found your channel, and you, to be honest and enthusiastic about this hobby! I am now a subscriber!
Thrilled to see your love and appreciation of these marvels of art and design.
I just came across this video on a UA-cam recommendation due to my recent hobby of collecting some nice watches... of this relatively affordable level... and here I find myself wondering why I didn't know Mary Spender... (I'm obviously not British, I don't even speak English well) but I fell in love with this funny introduction and being an amateur musician, guitarist, collector of guitars also of reasonable price, I felt absolutely identified and I am already subscribed to both channels and looking forward to catching up with all the videos here, here's a new fan from Spain 😄
Been watching Mary play guitar for awhile and as a watch collector with thousands of affordable watches, who thinks CASIO makes the best watches in the world, bar none, I welcome Mary to the club.
Thousands?
Casio is junk for teenies. Do me a favour!
Holy shit changing batteries must be a full time job
@@montys8th - most are Tough Solar which never need changing. I have solar Casio over 25 years old still on the original battery working perfectly, one of the reasons Casio are the best watches made, bar none. The just need a dose of sunlight to keep going. I have obtained seemingly dead solar Casio off eBay, put it in the Sun on a window sill for a week and they recover, and work as normal still.
The world is your oyster when it comes to 70’s vintage. So many gorgeous women’s watches to choose from for not a lot (relatively speaking) of money - I’m almost jealous!
Great first vid. Great collection. Enjoyed your stories. The CWC was the crown for me. Welcome to our wonderful world of horology.
Nice! It's so refreshing to see a collection from a fellow watch nerd that does not just boast flex pieces.
The very first piece was a breitling?????
It's my first time in this channel and I have to say something: great audio. I noticed the quality from the first minute. Congratulations
This hobby is about the passion, and you've got it in spades. While you lost me at being a cycling enthusiast, I love Casio--they're just so endearing and useful--and yes, we all have a watch or two that we just never mesh with for some reason. I have three, and they need to be rehomed as soon as I start functioning again. It was a delight to see you making a watch hobby video. I clicked it immediately. You make me want to do the same! Thanks for the content! It was great!
Great video! Welcome to the club fellow watch nerd! No need to label your collection as entry level, it doesn’t matter if you’re new or a veteran, your current collection is fantastic! I’m looking forward to seeing what’s next! Remember, per Steven Tyler “life (watches) are a journey, not a destination…”. Looking forward to listening to your music too! God bless!
My accountant recently informed me that I have no money...
Mary being a watch enthusiast is just awesome!
The Watch rabbit hole goes deep, be careful, has caught us all out...😂
Well done on your video 👏👏👏
As a printmaker who has gotten into watches, I dig this. I'm a seiko girl myself, but I love watches in the same way you do. Thanks for the awesome video.
So eloquent,classy and so dam refreshing to see and hear a woman being so passionate about her watches and this amazing hobby… I’m in and subscribed .👍🏼
As an experienced watch collector I can say that I love your video and your watches❤
Really well done Mary, I’ve been into watches for 50 years and a collector for 35-40 of those and yes the micro mechanics fascinate me to this day. You came across as genuine and knowledgeable, you’ll do really well at this - Good luck ❤️
Finally a my level watch collector, ga2100, moonswatch (polar lights), a gold grand dads watch, casio diver and a few nonames 😝 loved the video,
Mary! Phenomenal collection!!!!!!! congratulations!
Thank you so much!!
You two are legends okay, legends!
Just what I was looking for . I have moved from mandolins to watches and I share your fascination with the fine craftsmanship evident in good watches. I so enjoyed your channel
Thank you . Mike.
10:52 two options for the scratch 1. Pollywatch 2. SKX MOD stainless steel/Sapphire mod case… I would recommend 2
A wonderfully surreal experience to see the thumbnail for this pop up, causing me to say aloud "I swear that's Mary Spender?!"
Having recently tumbled into watches (if your collection is 'entry-level', mine is still in the taxi on the way to the venue) this is a wonderful surprise. As a fan of classic field watch design, that CWC is pretty perfect. And yeah, Casios are an endless well of joy. Looking forward to seeing where you take the channel!
Thumbs up for the quality of your video 👍🏻
I enjoyed seeing your collection. I love anything with gears. Watches, motorcycles, and cars. My favorite watch I own is a Tissot GP that I wore on my motorcycle circumnavigation of the United States last year, 16,000 km in 29 days. Keep collecting!
After a decade of using Apple Watch, I went back to wearing ‘conventional’ watches and my collection now has 60 Casios..
They do look cool but its the opposite of what we want to collect. Most of us are connected enough to mass media,I don't need someone tracking my every movement. Its like having classic cars & going to a car show & taking an EV!
60?? 🤣
@@Wetangle yes.. In just about a year.. No exaggeration !
You got a problem mate 😂
@@merc7paul Yeah.. It’s the sheer affordability that has gotten me into this mess !
Hello from Madrid. Thanks the algorithm for finding you. Very well done with this video. I’m into watches for 20 years and this video is better than many videos done by dedicated youtubers.
This was really cool! Next, a car channel 😁
Welcome to the hobby, Mary! Love your collection - especially that CWC that reminds you of your father. That's the power of collecting - the memories of each piece. I'm retired from the U.S. Navy and wore a G-Shock my entire 20 year career while sailing around the world.. I still have it, but have added to my collection with a Hamilton Field Khaki, and a Rolex Explorer ref 114270. Cheers!
Crap.. I guess I'm into watches now.
No you’re not
@@X11CHASE two days later: true, but they look so damned cool
I love it! I was definitely not expecting a watch video from you, but your enthusiasm is apparent in spades. I am very excited to come along on your watch journey.
The CWC flieger is looks amazing.
I’m very new to watches too so glad I can follow someone else’s journey!
Also 10/10 starting with a Breitling. As I now know “Sketchy dudes wear Breitling”!
Breitlings are fantastic. You do give off that sketchy character vibe. Enjoy and may it accompany you on many of your adventures.
Not that I'd ever sell my watches but I've noticed they don't hold value like some,which is good if you want to pick one up preowned.
Breitling are fantastic value in grey or secondary market.
Wow this was great - not sure how I stumbled on this (and minority hadn't heard of you before and wow what a great voice!). Look forward to seeing where the hobby takes you next!
0:55 GOD TIER
**loud Nico Leonard noises**
What I love most about your video is your narration style. Calm, clear, relaxed. Most watch channels veer most verbose (to quote one of my fav movies), while others put you to sleep with a droning monologue. Your style is like listening to an audiobook (or a radio show of olden days).
As a certifiable watch nerd, there is no "advice" to watch collecting. As you put it, every watch has a story and speaks something to the collector, be it Rolex or Casio. You have a beautiful collection, scratches and all.
Welcome to the club.
Female G-Shock fan here! My first one purchased in 1989, is still going strong, though bits have fallen off. I still wear it anyway.
I have never heard of you, but let me say this, what a baller way to kickstart a UA-cam channel. We welcome you to the watch club 110% long live god tier casio!
I immediately recognised sultry Mary. And a watch collection can very well be very affordable - like mine. I love watchss - they are a reflection of different activities, aesthetics, technologies- and STORIES. WELCOME, MARY, to this wonderful world! All the best, Rob in Switzerland😂
As a fellow watch nerd (enthusiast, geek, etc) and a long time subscriber to you main channel, I love listing to your music also, I would like to welcome you to the "friendly disease", that is watch collecting. Once you start, you can't stop. I'm forever browsing the internet, scouring my local shops for inspiration for my next watch purchase. Fabulous collection you have made, I also have one or two of those choices in my small collection, (Tissot PRX Quartz version, Casio "Tiffany" Dial). ⌚
Love this so much! Your collection reflects more of ours than those who have higher-end brands. I've got too many, and they mostly fall into my budget range. Buy what you like, rock it, and appreciate where everyone is in their journey. Great collection--I want to add a Tiffany blue like that Casio to my rotation.
The Omega x Swatch Crossover is fantastic! As is the Breitling, of course. But all in all a fantastic collection, so much personality in each of these watches. Thanx for sharing!
Hi Mary! Welcome to the world of horology and watch geekery. Thanks for sharing your watch collection with us. The biggest piece of advice I can give you is to enjoy the watches you like; not what everyone else thinks you should like. There's a saying I use (I first heard it pertaining to beer enthusiasts, but it applies to pretty much any hobby): The watch geek cares about what he/she wears; the watch snob cares about what you wear.
Early in my collecting journey, I heard many collectors raving about the Seiko SKX. I found one on the second hand (no pun intended) market, and it turned out I hated it. It didn't fit me well because of the short lugs (and I didn't fully understand how lug-to-lug dimensions played a role in wearability). This piece taught me a lot about watch wearability. Ultimately, I sold it to a friend for what I paid for it, and he loves it. I'm happy it has a good home and will be worn with enjoyment. It just wasn't for me. Live and learn.
There's a lot of great content out there to learn. Personally, I love watching (again, no pun intended) Andrew Morgan's channel. Most of all though, enjoy the journey.
Glad I found your channel, I have been collecting watches for about 20 years and have around 60 in my collection. The most important thing is to buy watches you like and not just buy watches because of the brand. I have watches ranging from £9.99 to £5,000, but my go to ones are my Dw5600 and my Casioak.
Try some polywatch on the face of the casio.
This is the first I have ever seen of your channel. Loved it, thanks so much for sharing.
Mary your collection is you and it's now that's all that matters. Who knows where we will be in the future live for now. I Enjoy your guitar / music video's and this one was fun. Cheers, Kim
As a watch enthusiast. I love to see the collection and the reason for purchasing each piece. One of my favorite videos from you so far. Please make more!
Stumbled on this by accident. Didn’t know you Mary, sorry! Very eloquently spoken. Silky voice and smooth accent made this a joy to listen to. My wife wears a breast cancer awareness casioak g shock that my ten year old son bought her. She loves it. It’s her soccer mom watch. Well done with the video. I’m a subscriber now.
I just recently bought the same Swatch Watch as you! Aaand ended up returning it… something just felt off. Funny coincidence! Really loved your Breitling, and its refreshing to see someone show off their collection in such an inviting manor. Much love
A nice little video on your collection. I have built a little collection over a few years, I did have a Seiko military watch which I deeply regret letting go, I am on my second Breitling Blackbird, (the previous sold), I have since added two Bremont watches, an Omega Speedmaster, and recently got a Cartier Tank XL. I might try and replace my military Seiko next year.
Know your more for guitar playing but loved this, bought back memories as I was also soldier who served on one tour of Iraq and 2 in Afghanistan, the cwc! What a blast from the past, if you couldn't afford a watch you went to the stores and got issued one of those beauts!, then through my 3 tours g shocks were the go to watch, rugged practical and reliable, good luck collecting more !
I'm a Casio man myself. Since I'm an 80s kid, I started with the classic f91w, and then got into the g-shocks later on when I was a teenager.
I am a woman and I Love my G-Shock brought it at the beginning of the year and have wore everyday. I wear it work, on my blazers, on my dresses u name it. I am obsessed with the entire Casio collection.
Growing up in Bristol, loving watches and the idea of a birth year watch, my 1989 G10 is also a very special part of my collection.
Fantastic first video! Happy I found it! Looking forward to more 🥳
Thank you for this video! It's really refreshing to see a down to earth collection that isn't "So I picked up this Patek Philippe by chance when..." lol It feels very relatable to see what you have collected and they are lovely pieces!
Discovering your channel after watching a bunch of Nico Leonard's content is heck of a contrast 🤣Love the background on the brands, very informative. Very nice collection too! Looking forward to watching more of your watch content.
This is awesome, been a big fan for years and love your music, the fact you love watches as much as I do just makes it that much cooler. Definitely looking forward to more videos
Breitling and Omega fan here. You have a really nice watch collection. And I love the story behind everyone of your watches. I also have a Breitling, a MoonSwatch, and a PRX. Looking forward to hopefully see more content about watches.
Fellow Casio lover here! My wife had gotten me a nice Seiko digital watch 40+ years ago but, unfortunately, it got stolen. Bought a Casio as a replacement (digital/analog combo) and have been hooked ever since! Wore a G Shock GW-330A for the longest time. Loved the G Shock/Tough Solar/Wave Ceptor atomic time keeping! Finally had to change and loved a white dial Casio. The only problem was that they only sold them in Japan! Ordered one (AWG M100S) and LOVE it! Back to the analog/digital combo. G Shock/Tough Solar/World Time 6 band! Only comments is that I wish it had a sweep second hand and that the light function not only lit up the dial but was a backlight to the LCD displays. Other than that, perfect watch for me! Hope to see more of your content in the future!
Nice to see you over in this part of UA-cam! Loving the crossover. Enjoy getting into the hobby and community.