The thing i really like about The Urban Gentry is that you can put him on 2X speed and he still sounds crystal clear. Most UA-camrs sound like they have a mouthful of marshmellows at 2X speed.
#BenPollard , you are absolutely right, it's a pleasure to listen to Tristano and he has always the right sense of taste chosing his words, so gentleman. this may sound extreme but whenever I watch and listen to his videos I feel peace inside, totally calm down
I can't be the only one, but I find the videos by the TUG very therapeutic?? Coming home from work, pouring a glass of wine, watching these videos, bliss! I'm learning so much and they are such an inspiration to furthering my horology knowledge! Thanks TUG, keep up the excellent quality work, just loving it!! 😉
Vostok,very affordable watches with real history & truly unique engineering in their diver,the Amphibian.$65 for a military grade 200m dive watch ? Yes please. Plus they are completely in-house.
Hey TGV Yesterday I bought the Certina DS1 Day Date the one you showed. It's an amazing timepiece, I put an alligator strap on it and it looks realy classy. I'm very happy to see you, as an expert, approve with my decison. I love your videos your creating great content. Keep up!
Wonderful video! Thanks for reminding us of many terrific watchmaking houses that don't get enough attention. Absolutely love the unique designs of Fortis Spacematics, Zodiacs Astrographic, and the modified pushers on Hanhart chronographs.
Hi TGV, Thanks for yet another great video! I really appreciate watching your videos. I indeed Think that Certina has a great heritage and still malkes some great watches today. It was actually a Certina watch that got me into this hobby. It is a DS PODIUM all titanium Quartz chronogreph which I still have today. My second Certina, a CAIMANO automatic with roman numerals, I got from my wife when I porposed to her so this means a great dial to me.
I really enjoyed this video, so much information. Grand Seiko is underrated and it is so so stealthy with most people not realising how much they cost and the high quality. 🍾🍸
Thank you Bob :D I could not agree more about GS, especially when most people think (outside of Japan) that Seiko is just entry level. Excellent point. Best regards, TGV
One of your best videos. Had to searched going the whole time. New and vintage. Doing a whole vid on one brand and it’s history would definitely be something I’d watch.
TGV, I was just watching your biography video and caught that you spent time in Gaeta. I spent two years there from 1985-86, in the Navy! One of my absolute favorite places in the world. Love the channel, keep up the great work and hope you're well. Cheers mate, Brian in San Diego
I recently bought an invicta pro diver after your video review if it, I am very pleased with it so far, thank you for making an unbiased video about it because it definitely influenced my decision. Love the channel, keep up the good work.
I love my Fortis Cosmonauts watch from the early 2000 (ref 630.22.141). It is just as beautiful and rugged as the B42 that you reviewed but at a much more manageable 38 mm case size. Great watch and I'm glad you included it in your list.
TGV, I very much look forward to spending my mornings watching the news video; additionally, since i've only recently found your wonderful content, I also enjoy learning about horology and catching up on old videos. I would say my picks for underrated/undervalued watches in the current market; 1.) Hamilton and believe it or not, 2.) Tudor. I think there is so much room for these watches to keep value and with the quality of execution, I would love to add one or both of them to my collection.
I discovered GP a few years ago, my first purchase being the "Constant Escapement" after being invited to a dinner by GP. Like art, if it moves you then you should buy it. On this particular evening they were effectively launching this product, once I held it, then put it on my wrist I wasn't only moved but in love. Therefore to say I made the purchase on the evening as they offered the first purchasers on this new movement a lifetime warranty & servicing. The price shocked me but I had to have it in my collection, it became the most expensive time piece I had ever purchased at the time. And when I wear it, most people that don't collect watches have no idea of its value & think of it like a Swatch style watch, so not much chance of being mugged for it. Best watch purchase I have ever made & I still love it as much to this day.
I bought a Certina DS Action Diver last year as I wanted a mid range Diver in blue. The dial on the Certina is stunning especially when the sun shines and it's a really well made watch. Compare it to an Omega and you wonder why the Certina is a third of the price.
This is your best upload yet tgv. Think I have watched it about 5 times so far, so informative and I just love your passion for what you are talking about. Your intros are getting slicker every time as well. Keep up the good work
Thank you for this episode, it was very interesting. Keep on the good work. From my point of view, Vulcain and Lip are brands that deserves a little more attention.
Vacheron Constantin was one of the reasons horology became so interesting for me. To be more specific, it was the Maki-e sets of the Métiers d'Art. The complete and utter craftsmanship of these pieces is just awe-inspiring.
Excellent video, I think this is exactly what this all horology about. Know the details, the backgrounds. Everybody knows how great the Rolex Sub is, no doubt, but go a little bit forward ( the horology more than a Rolex), back to the roots, put some extra historical makeup to our watches and immediately you can see this "I-have-a-watch" from a different angle when you look at your timepiece. Really well done TGV, you put your own bar even higher with this video.
Yes sir! A man of taste! Vacheron is the most classy watch out there. Them and Jaeger just have class written all over them! I am loving the overseas at the moment, what a beauty man!
Gallet, 1466! My God! By the the way, and this is quite amazing, but you look very much like John Harwood! Seriously! I enjoyed this episode so much. Very well done, TGV.
Wonderful content. I really respect how much research and effort that went into this. It was like going to horology college. Some of those vintage watches really caught my eye. No other channel does videos like these.
I found myself lost in this video right around the time you were discussing R.W.Smith and then I heard "ok, so number 6" and thought "what, we're only half way through!?" Well done my friend, well done!
That was a really, really enjoyable and informative video. As a complete novice your channel in particular is really pulling me into the world of watches.Thank you very much.
Casio signed a partnership with Toro Rosso last year. I picked up one of the limited editions from that series and I love it. Glad to see you give it some recognition.
TGV, totally love the show. Spot on. Where do you buy your Nato straps? Maybe there is an episode about the nato? Different quality levels, history, etc... Cheers, Martin
My new goal in life is to be referred to by The Urban Gentry as his "good friend". Such an awesome guy, and truly a pleasure to watch. Thanks for all of the videos!
I don’t know how you do this but yours is the only UA-cam channel of which I see videos that are half an hour long, and still wanting for more at the end. Your content is impeccable. Also, can you do a review on swatch sistem51 irony? That would be amazing. Thanks man..
One of your best videos so far, IMO. Interesting stuff and such passion. I was a bit surprised about VC at first, but you are right. It is generally anked below Patek and AP, although I find it more interesting. They have really good taste. I think all Japanese big brands are well known but underrated. People think they are worse than all Swiss brands, but in reality the quality is high to very high. I find Orient one of the most interesting watch manufacturers. Then there are countless wholesaler brands from 50's to 70's that are quite unknown. They were the basic watches of their time, but by today's standards many of them are really good quality too. Often Swiss made with an A Schild movement. I have bought many watches like this for 10-30 € and been mostly impressed.
you can't leave out Armand Nicolet, gorgeous watches, and the clasps, I was shown one by my watch maker and couldn't get it out of my mind, I love the whole watch, case, band,and clasp.
Your channel is excellent. A perfect mix of history, style, and consumer information. The Certina watches were used on the 1960s British TV program UFO by Gerry Anderson. In particular the star of the show Ed Bishop was gifted the Certina he wore on the show.
My nomination has to be Frederique Constant. They are excellent pieces and the value is there - especially on the grey market if you're buying new! Love the passion and enthusiasm we're consistently seeing. Cheers TGV!
I know it's an older video, but I recently bought a Certina. Love it. Outstanding. 80 hour power reserve, build like it's made out of granite, distinctive and heritage to boot. Wonderful brand.
Love the video TGV. Been a fan of the channel for over a year now. Best use of my youtube time! I'll throw in Glycine into the mix of underrated marques. Love my Eugene Meylan and Combat Sub.
Thanks for rekindling my interest in watch collecting after a hiatus of some years - I hope you will review the Casio Oceanus at some point in time - and comment on their 'zaratsu' polishing process similar to the Grand Seiko - for this series
I e mailed Roger. W Smith recently with a query regarding his dial designs and to my delight he took time out and replied to me. He not only makes the most stunning watches he,s a gentleman.
I NEED a review on the Edifice series. I'm looking to get my first ever time-piece and the Edifice models hit all the sweet spots but everywhere I look the market is plagued with fakes and replicas. That, combined with the fact that not many sellers ship to Pakistan makes it difficult to find an authentic one at a reasonable price
Great video, really got me looking into more of the history side of horology and looking more at movements. Any chances of a video on your favorite movements or most revolutionary pieces? One of the first that comes to my mind is the Sistem51.
Most of the time, when watching your channel, I learn something new. But this is the first time I felt like a complete ignoramus, with practically everything presented in this episode being new to me . . top marks to you! Thank you for the lesson, Professor TGV.
Awesome video as always! 🙌🏻 For me Zodiac and Fortis are the best watch for your money if u want something swiss made and has a lot of history. They dont have celebrity endorsers but the quality of the watch is something to look forward to🙌🏻
So pleased to hear, that makes it all worth it when I read comments like that. You should be proud, amazing brand and history. Thank you Tucker, Best regards, TGV
another excellent video my friend, i was thinking on buy one fortis on the future, considering the omega speedpmaster is so expensive (at least for me; completely new on the hobbie), watching your video encourages me to get this beautiful watch, keep it up with the great content, i really apreciate it, once again grettings from mexico!!!
Very interesting. Thanks. To answer your quest in the end - it would be longines. while more people regard it quite highly in asia, in the us it's considered so so.
Great video my friend! I cannot stop thinking about that Fortis you reviewed recently! Another very under appreciated watch brand in my opinion is Jean Richard. I'm sure you'll have one to review soon ;-) I'm speaking primarily about the watches they produced prior to the current offerings e.g. Daniel JeanRichard. Models such as the Chronoscope, Bessell and so on. So many different models. I like the new ones but I think the older ones are much better and more classic. Hope too see a review soon! Cheers!
Agree with them all. Have a few from the list including Zodiac, Certina, and GP. Another underrated brand with great quality is Philip. I believe they're focused in Italy and they have great bargains always. Built well, nice finishing, and movements
Great to see a mention of Roger Smith , the apprentice to the late great George Daniels - legend has it that Daniels repeatedly sent Smith away with his first few attempts before he agreed to tutor him ! (I have a small family link to this - a relative of mine oversees the Daniels Trust Fund set up after his death to encourage future U.K. watchmaking ) . BTW , I m a new sub to your channel & am now hooked ! keep on keeping on TGV!!
I enjoyed that video very much, i myself am looking for watches that are not on the mainstream. I hope you can make another video like this one with more unappreciated and less known good quality brands who have something unique. The brands i feel don't get enough attention are solvil et titus, corum, and alpina.
You still amaze me with your knowledge. I am learning a lot of horology and time pieces. May the fortune goddess bless you with deep pockets so we can see new fascinating watches
Very true comments about the Casio Edifice. I think the G-shock line kind of overshadows the Edifice (at least it did for me). I recently bought an Edifice (actually the exact same model that you have) and I am loving it so far. It is an unbelievable value. I'm hoping I can contain myself from buying more, ha ha.
I thought Marie Antoinette's pocket watch was the most complicated, unless the Vacheron Constantin actually beat it recently :0 And great video as always, TGV!
Vostok pieces are fun and unique but they are nothing more than a novelty watch. Very poor finish quality, exceptionally inaccurate timekeeping, and hands down the worst bracelet on the market but still well worth the $60 they cost
Hey TGV, been following you Federico and Christian for a while. Been collecting for about 20 years. You're spot on with Fortis I've owned three B42, Pilot and Blue Horizon. All were fantastic watches. You are definitely missing Cuervo Y Sobrinos in your watch catalog. They were founded in Havana and make absolutely beautiful watches. Love to see you cover some of them.
Quick summary:
1. Dubey & Schaldenbrand
2. Vacheron Constantin
3. Gallet & Co
4. Zodiac
5. Roger Smith
6. Ball
7. Casio Edifice
8. Girard-Perregaux
9. Certina
10. Fortis
No timestamps? Slacker.
although in the cheaper end, Alpina is an enthusiast watch which is often overlooked.
Thank you for saving me some time.
I searched „Ingersoll“ and this video showed up.
Good to know Ingersoll is not in this video.
The thing i really like about The Urban Gentry is that you can put him on 2X speed and he still sounds crystal clear. Most UA-camrs sound like they have a mouthful of marshmellows at 2X speed.
LOL I should try that :D
Thank you Ben, very flattered.
Best regards,
TGV
Lol I tried it and your are right.
#BenPollard , you are absolutely right, it's a pleasure to listen to Tristano and he has always the right sense of taste chosing his words, so gentleman.
this may sound extreme but whenever I watch and listen to his videos I feel peace inside, totally calm down
Don't rush the watch god. !!!!
He almost has the cadence of Gordon Ramsay at x 2. Lol.
I was looking a review of Certina and.. of course you did it. 🙌🏼 thanks!
I can't be the only one, but I find the videos by the TUG very therapeutic?? Coming home from work, pouring a glass of wine, watching these videos, bliss! I'm learning so much and they are such an inspiration to furthering my horology knowledge! Thanks TUG, keep up the excellent quality work, just loving it!! 😉
"If I HAD to buy one of the holy trinity" 😂 That would be a nice situation to be in at gunpoint
Vostok,very affordable watches with real history & truly unique engineering in their diver,the Amphibian.$65 for a military grade 200m dive watch ? Yes please.
Plus they are completely in-house.
@Joe why so?
Please share your finding.
Delray watch gave Vostok Amphibia some praise.
Hey TGV
Yesterday I bought the Certina DS1 Day Date the one you showed. It's an amazing timepiece, I put an alligator strap on it and it looks realy classy. I'm very happy to see you, as an expert, approve with my decison. I love your videos your creating great content.
Keep up!
Thank you Akash, so glad to hear! I bet it looks killer on the strap, enjoy.
Best regards,
TGV
Zenith is one of the most underrated brands..JLC quality
I could not agree more! Especially with the stuff they are doing now.
Thank you, great comment,
Best regards,
TGV
Finally you mentioned Certina as a brand. My Ds Action Diver is the coolest diver I've ever owned.
Your monologues are your strength and the best in all social media. Nobody does it better than you do.
WOW, truly honoured sir. Thank you so much Tim, rather speechless, I will just thank you again and say,
Best regards ;-)
TGV
I found your reflection on Certina, amazing, lovely. :)
You are a real precious, Tristano!
Best wishes, Robert
Wonderful video! Thanks for reminding us of many terrific watchmaking houses that don't get enough attention. Absolutely love the unique designs of Fortis Spacematics, Zodiacs Astrographic, and the modified pushers on Hanhart chronographs.
Thank you so much Joseph, you have great taste in watches btw,
Best regards,
TGV
NATO strap for a book mark THAT is brilliant and sometimes I wish I could have the books you have TGV also keep up the great work
Thank you Jacob, very kind. Have a look on eBay, you might be able to score a used book for cheap ;-)
Happy hunting.
Best regards
TGV
thank you
Hi TGV, Thanks for yet another great video! I really appreciate watching your videos. I indeed Think that Certina has a great heritage and still malkes some great watches today. It was actually a Certina watch that got me into this hobby. It is a DS PODIUM all titanium Quartz chronogreph which I still have today. My second Certina, a CAIMANO automatic with roman numerals, I got from my wife when I porposed to her so this means a great dial to me.
I really enjoyed this video, so much information. Grand Seiko is underrated and it is so so stealthy with most people not realising how much they cost and the high quality. 🍾🍸
Thank you Bob :D
I could not agree more about GS, especially when most people think (outside of Japan) that Seiko is just entry level. Excellent point.
Best regards,
TGV
Another great video! I love Zodiac the film and Zodiac the brand. Their designs are impeccable.
One of your best videos. Had to searched going the whole time. New and vintage. Doing a whole vid on one brand and it’s history would definitely be something I’d watch.
Such a interesting view on the history behind these brands. Everytime I get to learn something new from you TGV, keep up the good work!!!
I see BALL mentioned, I hit like. My first quality watches. Love them. Thanks for the mention TGV!
One of the most entertaining yet educational you tube subscriptions I've encountered - great stuff.
TGV, I was just watching your biography video and caught that you spent time in Gaeta. I spent two years there from 1985-86, in the Navy! One of my absolute favorite places in the world. Love the channel, keep up the great work and hope you're well. Cheers mate, Brian in San Diego
I recently bought an invicta pro diver after your video review if it, I am very pleased with it so far, thank you for making an unbiased video about it because it definitely influenced my decision. Love the channel, keep up the good work.
I love my Fortis Cosmonauts watch from the early 2000 (ref 630.22.141). It is just as beautiful and rugged as the B42 that you reviewed but at a much more manageable 38 mm case size. Great watch and I'm glad you included it in your list.
I have to nominate Vostok. Tremendous value for money, and absolutely loaded with deep history. Tremendous video, as always, TGV!
Beautiful, beautiful history lesson today TGV. Thank you Sir and best regards.
delighted to see that certina is listed in the selection. I love my Ds-2 and its a shame that not many people know the brand!
TGV, I very much look forward to spending my mornings watching the news video; additionally, since i've only recently found your wonderful content, I also enjoy learning about horology and catching up on old videos.
I would say my picks for underrated/undervalued watches in the current market;
1.) Hamilton and believe it or not, 2.) Tudor.
I think there is so much room for these watches to keep value and with the quality of execution, I would love to add one or both of them to my collection.
I discovered GP a few years ago, my first purchase being the "Constant Escapement" after being invited to a dinner by GP. Like art, if it moves you then you should buy it. On this particular evening they were effectively launching this product, once I held it, then put it on my wrist I wasn't only moved but in love. Therefore to say I made the purchase on the evening as they offered the first purchasers on this new movement a lifetime warranty & servicing. The price shocked me but I had to have it in my collection, it became the most expensive time piece I had ever purchased at the time. And when I wear it, most people that don't collect watches have no idea of its value & think of it like a Swatch style watch, so not much chance of being mugged for it. Best watch purchase I have ever made & I still love it as much to this day.
In my opinion, this is your most insightful video to date, TGV. Good job
I bought a Certina DS Action Diver last year as I wanted a mid range Diver in blue. The dial on the Certina is stunning especially when the sun shines and it's a really well made watch. Compare it to an Omega and you wonder why the Certina is a third of the price.
Dubey & Schaldenbrand are so beautiful......btw your love of watches and joy in talking about them is infectious!
This is your best upload yet tgv. Think I have watched it about 5 times so far, so informative and I just love your passion for what you are talking about. Your intros are getting slicker every time as well. Keep up the good work
That's why I never regret to subscribe you. You give a good information about horology history. Thanks mate
Thank you for this episode, it was very interesting. Keep on the good work.
From my point of view, Vulcain and Lip are brands that deserves a little more attention.
Great guy, precise in his comments, and always gets to the point ... through many little pathes, but always gets to the point :)
Vacheron Constantin was one of the reasons horology became so interesting for me. To be more specific, it was the Maki-e sets of the Métiers d'Art. The complete and utter craftsmanship of these pieces is just awe-inspiring.
Excellent video, I think this is exactly what this all horology about. Know the details, the backgrounds. Everybody knows how great the Rolex Sub is, no doubt, but go a little bit forward ( the horology more than a Rolex), back to the roots, put some extra historical makeup to our watches and immediately you can see this "I-have-a-watch" from a different angle when you look at your timepiece. Really well done TGV, you put your own bar even higher with this video.
I love my Casio Edifice (model EF-564D-1AVEF). It is my go to watch in my collection and gets worn 70% of the time.
I wanted to expand my speaker system first, But then I discovered your channel and you made me look for a good watch first.
Yes sir! A man of taste! Vacheron is the most classy watch out there. Them and Jaeger just have class written all over them! I am loving the overseas at the moment, what a beauty man!
I would love if can do a video on ww2 watches. Also keep up the great work
YESSSSSSSSS, excellent idea, although it could get very expensive for me!!! LOL.
Thank you sir.
Best regards
TGV
Would love to see that as well.
price wise anywhere from $100 to $500 and up I have a Elgin and love it.
agreed!
I am really interested in this as well
Rado , Fredrique Constant , Raymond Weil & Mido
Baume Mercier too
Gallet, 1466! My God! By the the way, and this is quite amazing, but you look very much like John Harwood! Seriously! I enjoyed this episode so much. Very well done, TGV.
Wonderful, wonderful video! I know this is a couple of years old, but so good, and such great info! Keep up the good work.
The Ball watch company is where the term "On the ball" comes from.
Interesting. Never knew that. When I think of it, makes sense. 👍
It was a reference to the accuracy of their original railroad watches. When you used them you were always timely, thus “on the Ball”.
That's not remotely true. The term originated much earlier than when the ball watch company was founded.
nice story, but its a sporting reference. you never heard of “keep your eye on the ball”. why would you totally make something up like that? lol.
Rolando Sta Elena Literal vs. figurative. Your knowledge of the English language is sadly nonexistent.
Really good to see Certina getting a mention. One of the most underrated brands of all.
What about Mido and Raymond Weil? I really like your vids, I am glad that I found your channel.
I've been waiting for you to talk about Certina for a while! Great video as always TGV!
Thank you Claes :D
Best regards,
TGV
Wonderful content. I really respect how much research and effort that went into this. It was like going to horology college. Some of those vintage watches really caught my eye. No other channel does videos like these.
I found myself lost in this video right around the time you were discussing R.W.Smith and then I heard "ok, so number 6" and thought "what, we're only half way through!?" Well done my friend, well done!
That was a really, really enjoyable and informative video. As a complete novice your channel in particular is really pulling me into the world of watches.Thank you very much.
For me it has to be Tissot. Amazing Swiss brand with a rich & long history for very little money.
Out of my collection, the watch that gets noticed and asked about most often is my Zodiac Sea Dragon.
There are so many vintage Girard-Perregaux that feel like a steal when bought from used market.
I think Maurice Lacroix is a very underrated company they do really nice watches
Mobin Rahman Nice, but pricy. Are they worth the pricetag?
Casio signed a partnership with Toro Rosso last year. I picked up one of the limited editions from that series and I love it. Glad to see you give it some recognition.
Thank you Kendall :D
Enjoy your Edifice,
Best regards,
TGV
TGV, totally love the show. Spot on. Where do you buy your Nato straps? Maybe there is an episode about the nato? Different quality levels, history, etc... Cheers, Martin
My new goal in life is to be referred to by The Urban Gentry as his "good friend".
Such an awesome guy, and truly a pleasure to watch. Thanks for all of the videos!
I don’t know how you do this but yours is the only UA-cam channel of which I see videos that are half an hour long, and still wanting for more at the end. Your content is impeccable. Also, can you do a review on swatch sistem51 irony? That would be amazing. Thanks man..
One of your best videos so far, IMO. Interesting stuff and such passion. I was a bit surprised about VC at first, but you are right. It is generally anked below Patek and AP, although I find it more interesting. They have really good taste. I think all Japanese big brands are well known but underrated. People think they are worse than all Swiss brands, but in reality the quality is high to very high. I find Orient one of the most interesting watch manufacturers. Then there are countless wholesaler brands from 50's to 70's that are quite unknown. They were the basic watches of their time, but by today's standards many of them are really good quality too. Often Swiss made with an A Schild movement. I have bought many watches like this for 10-30 € and been mostly impressed.
you can't leave out Armand Nicolet, gorgeous watches, and the clasps, I was shown one by my watch maker and couldn't get it out of my mind, I love the whole watch, case, band,and clasp.
Your channel is excellent. A perfect mix of history, style, and consumer information. The Certina watches were used on the 1960s British TV program UFO by Gerry Anderson. In particular the star of the show Ed Bishop was gifted the Certina he wore on the show.
My nomination has to be Frederique Constant. They are excellent pieces and the value is there - especially on the grey market if you're buying new! Love the passion and enthusiasm we're consistently seeing. Cheers TGV!
I know it's an older video, but I recently bought a Certina. Love it. Outstanding. 80 hour power reserve, build like it's made out of granite, distinctive and heritage to boot. Wonderful brand.
Love the video TGV. Been a fan of the channel for over a year now. Best use of my youtube time! I'll throw in Glycine into the mix of underrated marques. Love my Eugene Meylan and Combat Sub.
Discovered your channel today. Very glad I did well done.
Thank you and welcome aboard!
Best regards,
TGV
nikelakersAND1 You don't know what you're in for! RIP your savings account like the rest if us haha
welcome aboard
Thank you so much for these videos, it's obvious you put a lot of effort into the research and it goes a long way! Very informative and inspiring!
Thanks for rekindling my interest in watch collecting after a hiatus of some years - I hope you will review the Casio Oceanus at some point in time - and comment on their 'zaratsu' polishing process similar to the Grand Seiko - for this series
I e mailed Roger. W Smith recently with a query regarding his dial designs and to my delight he took time out and replied to me. He not only makes the most stunning watches he,s a gentleman.
I NEED a review on the Edifice series. I'm looking to get my first ever time-piece and the Edifice models hit all the sweet spots but everywhere I look the market is plagued with fakes and replicas. That, combined with the fact that not many sellers ship to Pakistan makes it difficult to find an authentic one at a reasonable price
This video was absolutely GORG-eous
So interesting and educative. Thank you TGV. Really appreciate it.
Great video, really got me looking into more of the history side of horology and looking more at movements. Any chances of a video on your favorite movements or most revolutionary pieces? One of the first that comes to my mind is the Sistem51.
Hey Tgv! I forgot to mention the other day, but your movie reviews are stellar as well. Keep 'em coming! :)
Thank you Bryon, so glad to hear that. They are my favourite to make as I adore cinema, I certainly will do more.
Best regards,
TGV
Loved this one, when are you going to show Bell & Ross some love?
Best regards from Sweden
Most of the time, when watching your channel, I learn something new. But this is the first time I felt like a complete ignoramus, with practically everything presented in this episode being new to me . . top marks to you! Thank you for the lesson, Professor TGV.
Such a cool guy! This is my favorite watch channel.
Awesome video as always! 🙌🏻 For me Zodiac and Fortis are the best watch for your money if u want something swiss made and has a lot of history. They dont have celebrity endorsers but the quality of the watch is something to look forward to🙌🏻
This is my go to watch channel, a smashing chap
Glad you threw in Hanhart there at the end! Incredible chronographs from a company that dates to 1882.
;-) I had to, they have been on my mind a lot recently.
I just adore them.
Glad you like them too.
Thank you,
Best regards,
TGV
LOVE THE MENTION OF FORTIS. JUST PURCHASED A COCKPIT ONE, VERY SUBDUED AND FUNCTIONAL W/ DAY/DATE.
Just found out Ball watches was founded in Cleveland, OH, my hometown! You truly do learn something new everyday.
So pleased to hear, that makes it all worth it when I read comments like that.
You should be proud, amazing brand and history.
Thank you Tucker,
Best regards,
TGV
another excellent video my friend, i was thinking on buy one fortis on the future, considering the omega speedpmaster is so expensive (at least for me; completely new on the hobbie), watching your video encourages me to get this beautiful watch, keep it up with the great content, i really apreciate it, once again grettings from mexico!!!
Very interesting. Thanks. To answer your quest in the end - it would be longines. while more people regard it quite highly in asia, in the us it's considered so so.
Great video my friend! I cannot stop thinking about that Fortis you reviewed recently! Another very under appreciated watch brand in my opinion is Jean Richard. I'm sure you'll have one to review soon ;-) I'm speaking primarily about the watches they produced prior to the current offerings e.g. Daniel JeanRichard. Models such as the Chronoscope, Bessell and so on. So many different models. I like the new ones but I think the older ones are much better and more classic. Hope too see a review soon! Cheers!
Agree with them all. Have a few from the list including Zodiac, Certina, and GP. Another underrated brand with great quality is Philip. I believe they're focused in Italy and they have great bargains always. Built well, nice finishing, and movements
Great to see a mention of Roger Smith , the apprentice to the late great George Daniels - legend has it that Daniels repeatedly sent Smith away with his first few attempts before he agreed to tutor him !
(I have a small family link to this - a relative of mine oversees the Daniels Trust Fund set up after his death to encourage future U.K. watchmaking ) .
BTW , I m a new sub to your channel & am now hooked ! keep on keeping on TGV!!
I enjoyed that video very much, i myself am looking for watches that are not on the mainstream. I hope you can make another video like this one with more unappreciated and less known good quality brands who have something unique. The brands i feel don't get enough attention are solvil et titus, corum, and alpina.
i am so happy to own certina ds podium CHRONOGRAPH watch, durable as hell and beautiful craftsmanship of the watch
Excellent.thank you for an interesting and informative show.keep up the good work.
Fabulous choices of watch brands! Fully agree and I will as well look into those brands more.
That watch in the Certina lumberjack advert...I'd buy that in a heartbeat today!
Haha, so would I!!! It's so cool.
Than you Boris,
Best regards,
TGV
Great list. Most go pull the trigger on a Vacheron to complete my collection.
You still amaze me with your knowledge. I am learning a lot of horology and time pieces. May the fortune goddess bless you with deep pockets so we can see new fascinating watches
Btw I just read about mecha-quarzt movements. What is your opinion?
Very true comments about the Casio Edifice. I think the G-shock line kind of overshadows the Edifice (at least it did for me). I recently bought an Edifice (actually the exact same model that you have) and I am loving it so far. It is an unbelievable value. I'm hoping I can contain myself from buying more, ha ha.
I thought Marie Antoinette's pocket watch was the most complicated, unless the Vacheron Constantin actually beat it recently :0 And great video as always, TGV!
Vostok is highly underrated
Vostok pieces are fun and unique but they are nothing more than a novelty watch. Very poor finish quality, exceptionally inaccurate timekeeping, and hands down the worst bracelet on the market but still well worth the $60 they cost
Do a review of the orient flight watch it looks sick, also you are by far the best watch channel on UA-cam 😀
I enjoy watching your videos also I learn something new every single time.. Thank you Sir!
Hey TGV, been following you Federico and Christian for a while. Been collecting for about 20 years. You're spot on with Fortis I've owned three B42, Pilot and Blue Horizon. All were fantastic watches. You are definitely missing Cuervo Y Sobrinos in your watch catalog. They were founded in Havana and make absolutely beautiful watches. Love to see you cover some of them.