HANDS ON REVIEW: Fears Archival 1930 Vintage Movement Rectangular Art Deco Watch

[@gmbell258]

Hey Jess. I have just discovered your channel through my love of Fears and this video was suggested to me. Having worked on Fears office and being based in Bristol I can tell you that all your saying about this company and the chaps who run it are 100% true. Nicholas is one of the most incredible chaps to know and also his right hand man, Richard is also a top chap. Have you made the trip here yet? If not I would love to extend my services to you and your wife for a full tour of Fears locations and the new boutique that has opened recently in The Clifton Arcade. As long as I have plenty of notice I can arrange visits to the shop and office.
My grail is the Fears Garrick. Take care.

[@brianw8105]

Archival 1930 #41 says hello! Thank you for doing this video! Couldn’t agree more, this is a beautifully understated and elegant watch with an exquisite dial and unique throwback piece. Simply classy!

[@AussieWristWatch]

Hello #41!! Agree, still enjoying my love affair with this watch!

[@Thiccolo]

Awesome watch, been eyeing it for a while. Not much video content on this piece. Thanks for highlighting it. Although the movement is part of the whole archival series, I am one that would like to see modern movements in a classic watch like this.

[@garyboyle695]

The number is a Palindrome, reads the say both forwards and backwards.

[@AussieWristWatch]

Yep, I love them!!

[@andresfg6788]

Love Fears. Nicholas is one of the most passionate members of our watchmaking world. So many details.. congrats!

[@AussieWristWatch]

Thanks! Yes I love Nicholas and Fears. I had a chat to him recently for my podcast (coming soon). He was a delight!

[@michellep2682]

Love your new watch. Congratulations. I had the pleasure of attending a Fears event in SF Bay Area and meet Nicholas. He was lovely. We were having crazy weather as well. He must bring it with him 😄. I hope to pick up a Fears watch this year.

[@AussieWristWatch]

Nicholas really is a true English gentleman and a truly interesting guy to talk to about his business. Good luck on your Fears journey, I don't think you will regret it.

[@EngrMoe]

In my opinion, the Fears Archival 1930 watch clearly outperforms the Carter Tank by a significant margin. The only dilemma I face is my hesitation to purchase a rectangular watch, despite my deep admiration for this timepiece. Internally, I find myself unable to press that elusive 'buy' button.

[@AussieWristWatch]

haha, yes I agree it's a stunning watch, which I love. Also agree a rectangle watch is against the grain, I do enjoy it - but it's not an everyday wear for me.

[@elizabeth_grant]

Very enjoyable video Jess,well done👏👏👏
You’ve made some big improvements to your overall production quality as well.

[@AussieWristWatch]

Oh thanks so much!! Small steps and slowed down the number of videos to keep it fun! Cheers for watching.
🙏🏻

[@JizzyNinja]

Can’t speak for all kids but my 8 year old definitely knows about WW2 - they go over it In elementary school. Great video, I too love a great brand story and love fears!
Been a big fan after finding your Panerai videos, these are great!

[@AussieWristWatch]

Oh thank goodness, good to hear kids are still being taught this history - admittedly the generational divide seems to extend to pop culture, so was hoping that the divide didn't extend to history and world events... Thanks so much for the support!

[@AntonyMiles]

Learnt quite a few things tonight. Although now living in Melbourne I am originally from Bristol, so was pleasently surprised to hear that Fears is not just Bristol based, but has such a heritage. I have taken a look at their website. They have some nice looking watches, however the one that appeals most works out to be $50K. A a tad above my budget. May have to take a visit the next time I visit family

[@AussieWristWatch]

Ah it is the platinum watch you love? That's expensive I agree. I have seen it in the flesh and tried it on, such heft and class to it. Very understated.

[@expatAussietez]

Great video, great history lesson on a historical British watchmaker and even more surprising you like a smaller watch compared to your Panerais and Omega.

[@AussieWristWatch]

I was very surprised about the size too.

[@obviouslygrilledsteamedham]

Gday jess. Thanks heaps for your awesome content. Very informative stuff.
I would love to know what your favourite Aussie watch company is? Im just getting into the watch game and would love your opinion.
Cheers. 🤘

[@AussieWristWatch]

Thanks so much and for watching... so many great Aussie brands. I own a few Panzera's - good value for the money, but I would love a Bausele in my collection too, so definitely check them out. There's many more, but maybe start there. I'll have to do an Aussie microbrand video!

[@obviouslygrilledsteamedham]

@@AussieWristWatch thanks heaps for replying. 😊 oh awesome. Yer it’s always good to try and support Aussies first. 🇦🇺
I recently purchased a watch from ‘the Melbourne watch company’ one of there fitzroy collections.

[@obviouslygrilledsteamedham]

@@AussieWristWatch also do u have a website? I would love to pick your brain about a few timepieces im looking at.
As an Aussie bloke it’s always good to get a woman’s perspective on stuff.

[@obviouslygrilledsteamedham]

@@AussieWristWatch fair enough jess. My bad. Just thought I could pick your brain about a few things. 🤘

[@matthogan506]

My wallet is in trouble