Pierre will make his way in the industry ... If the two, Jean-Claude & Pierre, create their own brand this will be something stunning for sure... not cheap, but stunning!
I simply love to listen to M. Biver's stories. And it's amazing after hearing him before talking about his collection to finally see it. Fantastic initiative!
I always enjoy listening to Mr. Biver, he is very knowledgeable not only about horology but other matters too. A Renaissance Man. In addition, he speaks an array of languages fluently. May God bless you always.
JCB -- what a charismatic man, bless his heart! I could sit and listen to him talking about the history of his collection for hours. Thank you for the video, it put a smile on my face.
I just met Pierre again here in Geneva he is proudly presenting the exhibition of the watches of his father. He is a smart young man and he will make his way.
For a father it is for sure an incredible feeling to experience such moments... I am very happy too that my 23 year old daughter also loves mechanical wristwatches...
JC Biver, reminds me so much of Niki Lauda which sadly left us recently .. they both have this cute accent.. both have so much charisma and understanding of what perfection and character is about. I saw Niki twice, once he was picking up his children form the school and once in a pizzeria. Both of the times he looked a lot me in the eyes for some reason. It's so sad how time kills everybody and everything.
A well-made and very interesting video. Jean-Claude Biver is always great to watch and listen to. I hope he stays with us in good health for a long time to come. I wish him all the best.
@@WatchAdvisor His collection is so exclusive and outstanding it's pretty much impossible to single out one watch as a favorite. So many extraordinary pieces.
These are the best of the best watches from his collection ... If you are in Geneva you can see them live during the next weekend. All information is mentioned in the description of the video ...
Apart from my family this is the most important person in the world to me, and I didn't even met him. All the best JCB. You gave me so much passion and knowledge, Thank you.
Tom, where are you based? That’s amazing what you have been writing here! In what particular way did JCB inspire you? What are you doing? Forgive me that I ask so many questions but you made me speechless and now I am very curious. You should meet JCB once!
@@WatchAdvisor Thanks ! I'm based in London but I'm working all around the place to the end of the year. I'm a building and land surveyor capturing 3d structure models around the Europe. He inspired me to create my own company that will be born in less then 6 months in Poland - central europe, I will be first, different and unique than anyone else in this region of the world. I would love to spend couple minutes with the legend itself, would me world to me...
What a fantastic man! Even after decades of been around watches he is still mesmerised by their beauty. Fantastic chemistry between him and his son. I truly enjoyed this video
As a child I played with markers and pencils because my parents were too poor to afford actual action figures. “As a kid I remember going into my fathers office and playing with his watch box of Rolex’s and expensive watches”. 🤯 God bless JCB. Truly an amazing man.
What a wonderful man!!! For someone to recognise his competition and have such warm compliments and admiration for Patek it’s heartwarming to hear. More companies should use their competitors to aim towards a strive to match and surpass.
People like stainless steel watches these days a lot. Sure enough, it is seen in the market when you go to any dealer anywhere. But it is always pieces like the Patek Philippe dual-Sided Cloisonné Enamel pocket watch with the boat and the Patek building scene which makes me admire these watchmakers so much more. I feel there is a superior level of craftsmanship involved in pieces like those. I don't know how many people like the rare handcraft models made by various watchmakers, but if I were a collector, I'd chase them more than the popular stainless steel watches.
What a wealth of knowledge and history, this most influential gentleman created and transcended in the past, present, and future for the High Horology World! Truly amazing and inspiring, Jean Claude Biver is! Thank You, Sir!
Jean-Claude Biver is an ultra-charismatic personality and a driving force to further develop and to protect the incredible heritage of the Swiss watch industry ...
I watched some videos with JCB and I think that behind an immense business man and entrepreneur there's also a great man with a beautiful philosophy of life
Alex P I met him when I was very young and just started my career in the industry, since then we are friends and I learned a lot from JCB so far. Just recently I called him and asked him for advice... we talked for almost one hour...
Arthur is working with PHILLIPS and is a wristwatch expert... I can’t keep him, since he never worked for us. But what we can do is a video with Arthur where we talk about ticking collectibles...
The collection is amazing however compared to the man himself mere trinkets. The passion flows out of every pore, God bless you Jean-Claude I do hope you live much longer than another 30 years and create another brand in your family name.
That was a superb video, thank you. I just love to watch Jean Claude speaking at any time, so it was great to hear about his collection. As for a brand of his own....that just has to happen. Biver!!! it just sounds good already and would leave a lasting legacy
Once again thanks to PHILLIPS! It was their idea to put this collection together and to show it to collectors around the world. The video impressed me when I saw it, that’s when I asked them to share here with us...
I agree, although he never lets anyone finish a sentence. If that's down to his enthusiasm: More power to him. If it's down to something else, it might be somewhat annoying. :)
Between him and his son I can see a Biver watch brand appearing sooner rather than later and knowing from past interviews he is scaling back a bit due to his recent health issues that would be a wonderful cap to a fascinating career I think and hands the Baton to the next generation beautifully
JCB is a true legend! Such an inspiring person. He did SO much for the industry. My absolutely favorite is the picture at 6:14 - power to the youth! Thanks for this very entertaining video @WatchAdvisor
The journey through life often affords those who will listen the privilege of learning the wisdom of not only a grand master but a true gentleman. In this case, that is Mr. Jean-Claude Biver...
Grandfathers and watches.... seems to be part of us all, watch enthusiasts.... Communions and getting your first watch, but then, your watch ends up in a safe...so recognisable for people born in the 60’s and early 70’s from Europe... puts a smile on my face...
wernerjacq so true, I live in Austria and friends of mine purchased ten years ago an IWC, JLC and Breguet for their three sons for when they graduate university which will be in the next five years. Until then the watches remain in the safe in their boxes
The same happened to me by the way. My father bought me a watch and it ended up in the safe. It’s only years later I got it. Luckily my father had a very good taste and he knew what he bought ... 😉
christianellopm I got a mechanical wristwatch too... and I still have it... and some times I also got a slap in the face too but not for my first communion...
Thanks to PHILLIPS! When I saw the video I asked them to let me share it with all my viewers... And there we go you seem to like it as much as I do ...
I enjoyed this video so very much. Mr. Biver is just a joy to listen to and what an icon! I loved the rainbow 🌈 Daytona clip, too funny. This is now one of my favorite videos with him. Well done to the host and camera crew.
One of the many things I love about JCB is that he collects and relishes Patek and Rolex watches - despite them being his arch rivals throughout his career. Will you find Mr Porsche with a collection of Ferrari?
Biver is open minded and pretty relaxed... Since he started from scratch and he had seen what happened with the Swiss watch industry after the quartz crises he appreciates what talented watchmakers and engineers were/are able to do. That differentiates him from lateral entrants coming from elite universities. The letter if not opening their mind do in fact endanger the industry...
OMG I almost didn't watch this video. I didn't know where it fit in the watch advisor universe. But what a fascinating man. I was wishing I was there so I could ask him questions. The video wasn't long enough.
I have my dad's Rado The Original I serviced it twice cost £150 and 2nd time £255 That's just on servicing.. That my best watch ,,, I remember watching Jean before lovely gentlemen
'regrets are heavy, dreams are light'.....what an amazing man and an amazing character
In fact JCB is!
Jay Paul at what time?
It is a pleasure seeing a father and his son sharing the same passion. Bringing me to tears...
This guy is one of the most interesting people I've ever seen
Bhargav Sai I couldn’t agree more!
I love how he winds almost every piece, and you can hear it. Something subtle but really shows his enthusiasm
What a man!! JCB is so inspiring.
Young Biver starting a collection with Top notched watches, well done!
Thanks for sharing.
Pierre will make his way in the industry ... If the two, Jean-Claude & Pierre, create their own brand this will be something stunning for sure... not cheap, but stunning!
One of the greatest of all time in this industry.
I love his stories
He s also a genius in marketing
Thank you for sharing
Let me pass on the credits to PHILLIPS... 😉
I simply love to listen to M. Biver's stories. And it's amazing after hearing him before talking about his collection to finally see it. Fantastic initiative!
And you can see his watches in real. Please check the description of the video to learn more ....
I always enjoy listening to Mr. Biver, he is very knowledgeable not only about horology but other matters too. A Renaissance Man. In addition, he speaks an array of languages fluently. May God bless you always.
Thanks for sharing these wonderful lines with us!
@@WatchAdvisor You are very welcome. Thanks for your great interview. Keep up the good work!
I can literally listen to his stories all day, seriously!
If you want to understand this industry you have to listen to JCB & Co.
Such a nice gentleman. I purchased a Hublot Ice Bang because of his passion for the brand. Could listen to him all day long
Always a pleasure.
Amazing stories, couldn't have come from anybody but Mr. Biver!
That's why I asked PHILLIPS for the right to repost the video...
From a legend as Mr Biver, we couldn't expect nothing less an astonishing collection with great stories behind it.
That's true! You either have it or you don't ... And JCB has tons of it, tons of real tick-tack running around his blood
😳
Breathtaking collection.
Mr. Biver is fantastic. His enthusiasm is infectious, and I love listening to him speak.
One could listen for hours when he speaks! JCB has a lot to tell!
Thank you for this fantastic interview and video, WatchAdvisor.
JCB -- what a charismatic man, bless his heart! I could sit and listen to him
talking about the history of his collection for hours.
Thank you for the video, it put a smile on my face.
JCB is a Legend that we should cherish 👍 Thanks for the great video
Thanks to Phillips for sharing it with us!
Excellent video. A great man. I hope he gets his brand with his son.
Me too! These watches will be rare and very, very special under all aspects... I don’t dare to think about what they will cost...
I see a JC Biver video, I watch it with attention, I like. He's a GREAT guys. Love everytime he talks.
One could listen for hours when he talks... That's so true!
Great interview to allow Mr. Biver to tell his passionate and amazing stories. Glad to see his son follow in his father's footsteps.
I just met Pierre again here in Geneva he is proudly presenting the exhibition of the watches of his father. He is a smart young man and he will make his way.
@@WatchAdvisor Fantastic. As he grows I hope he picks up his father's contagious personality and enthusiasm. He needs to embrace that aspect as well.
AMAZING collection! A watch lover's dream. His son is so lucky! It's great to see that he appreciates and loves watches like Jean
For a father it is for sure an incredible feeling to experience such moments... I am very happy too that my 23 year old daughter also loves mechanical wristwatches...
Truly magnificent. A lifetime of passion for watches that may be unequalled
JC Biver, reminds me so much of Niki Lauda which sadly left us recently .. they both have this cute accent.. both have so much charisma and understanding of what perfection and character is about. I saw Niki twice, once he was picking up his children form the school and once in a pizzeria. Both of the times he looked a lot me in the eyes for some reason. It's so sad how time kills everybody and everything.
Is so crazy seeing this comment cause I was just thinking the exact same thing.
Yeah even i felt he looked like Lauda
Always great to hear wisdom from Mr Biver
One could listen for hours...
I love this video! It’s awesome and beautiful. And it’s so nice to see his son and hear his story! Love it!
JCB is a living legend, a very good father and very proud of his son Pierre...
A well-made and very interesting video. Jean-Claude Biver is always great to watch and listen to. I hope he stays with us in good health for a long time to come. I wish him all the best.
Which was your favorite watch he showed us and talked about?
@@WatchAdvisor His collection is so exclusive and outstanding it's pretty much impossible to single out one watch as a favorite. So many extraordinary pieces.
oxysoxos I fully understand! Mine is the PATEK PHILIPPE Reference 1518 in pink gold, with pink dial...
This is what a collection looks after a lifetime of collecting. My favourite collection of them all.
These are the best of the best watches from his collection ... If you are in Geneva you can see them live during the next weekend. All information is mentioned in the description of the video ...
...what a guy. What a life. The energy this man radiates!
JCB incredible… he is still active and loaded with lots of energy…
@@WatchAdvisor ...love his work, but please let him know we still await a Biver which the 'average guy' can afford.
In a couple of years there will be an entry price level for his watches… I don’t know yet at what price though…
I could listen to him talk for hours.
Josh Nisker Not only you, Josh. JCB Trubels is inspiring ...
Always fun videos when Mr. Biver talks about watches. Maybe the most passionate man in the watch community...👍
He represents those movers and shakers you don’t really find anymore... more and more these guys get streamlined...
Amazing! It was a real privilege to see the collection and hear his views on each piece!
Always a pleasure and inspiration to listen to Mr Biver to talk about, well, anything.
Apart from my family this is the most important person in the world to me, and I didn't even met him. All the best JCB. You gave me so much passion and knowledge, Thank you.
Yes I can understand i got same feeling years ago for him
Tom, where are you based? That’s amazing what you have been writing here! In what particular way did JCB inspire you? What are you doing? Forgive me that I ask so many questions but you made me speechless and now I am very curious. You should meet JCB once!
@@WatchAdvisor Thanks ! I'm based in London but I'm working all around the place to the end of the year. I'm a building and land surveyor capturing 3d structure models around the Europe. He inspired me to create my own company that will be born in less then 6 months in Poland - central europe, I will be first, different and unique than anyone else in this region of the world. I would love to spend couple minutes with the legend itself, would me world to me...
Tom Saint Super interesting! Thanks for sharing. You should keep me posted and you should meet JCB. Write an email, I have an idea...
Fantastic collection!
True! Which one did you like most?
What a fantastic man!
Even after decades of been around watches he is still mesmerised by their beauty.
Fantastic chemistry between him and his son.
I truly enjoyed this video
Thanks for sharing our passion!
No one has a collection like this Mr. Biver is a legend
JCB is a living legend!!!! I couldn't agree more!
Now that was a collection. Throughly enjoyed watching that. The history behind it just added value.
As a child I played with markers and pencils because my parents were too poor to afford actual action figures. “As a kid I remember going into my fathers office and playing with his watch box of Rolex’s and expensive watches”. 🤯 God bless JCB. Truly an amazing man.
Very touching what you write! Respect! To grow up in Biver’s family of course meant getting in touch with watches very soon...
What a wonderful man!!! For someone to recognise his competition and have such warm compliments and admiration for Patek it’s heartwarming to hear. More companies should use their competitors to aim towards a strive to match and surpass.
So true! 😉
Jean-Claude Biver’s enthusiasm is eternal.
Jean-Claude Biver was and is a source of inspiration...
People like stainless steel watches these days a lot. Sure enough, it is seen in the market when you go to any dealer anywhere. But it is always pieces like the Patek Philippe dual-Sided Cloisonné Enamel pocket watch with the boat and the Patek building scene which makes me admire these watchmakers so much more. I feel there is a superior level of craftsmanship involved in pieces like those. I don't know how many people like the rare handcraft models made by various watchmakers, but if I were a collector, I'd chase them more than the popular stainless steel watches.
Interesting read! Thanks for sharing!
its not a JCB video unless he slaps a table
zac 😂🤣😂🤣😂👍👍
What a wealth of knowledge and history, this most influential gentleman created and transcended in the past, present, and future for the High Horology World! Truly amazing and inspiring, Jean Claude Biver is! Thank You, Sir!
Jean-Claude Biver is an ultra-charismatic personality and a driving force to further develop and to protect the incredible heritage of the Swiss watch industry ...
Great story and stunning pieces. Thanks for sharing!
I liked the video very much and also JCB's watches...
I watched some videos with JCB and I think that behind an immense business man and entrepreneur there's also a great man with a beautiful philosophy of life
That's very true! Biver is extremely charismatic, thinks positive and knows how to use the power of love...
As an entrepreneur for close to four decades, I am constantly inspired by great leaders and visionaries. Mr. Biver is one of mine!
Alex P I met him when I was very young and just started my career in the industry, since then we are friends and I learned a lot from JCB so far. Just recently I called him and asked him for advice... we talked for almost one hour...
Truly special man and a truly special collection.
Please keep the interviewer.
He's doing a great job.
Arthur is working with PHILLIPS and is a wristwatch expert... I can’t keep him, since he never worked for us. But what we can do is a video with Arthur where we talk about ticking collectibles...
The collection is amazing however compared to the man himself mere trinkets. The passion flows out of every pore, God bless you Jean-Claude I do hope you live much longer than another 30 years and create another brand in your family name.
One of the best videos you guys have posted.
Thanks to PHILLIPS... it’s their video .... When I saw it just after publishing I immediately called them and asked to let me me share... voila...
Wow.....
What a video!!!!
Once again thank you PHILLIPS for letting me share this one...
That was a superb video, thank you. I just love to watch Jean Claude speaking at any time, so it was great to hear about his collection. As for a brand of his own....that just has to happen. Biver!!! it just sounds good already and would leave a lasting legacy
Once again thanks to PHILLIPS! It was their idea to put this collection together and to show it to collectors around the world. The video impressed me when I saw it, that’s when I asked them to share here with us...
JCB is a great and damn cool guy! Always very very pleasent to hear him talk about watches.
Sascha Gizzi “great and damn cool guy” He he! 😉
An amazing story……it’s great to see the current success and looking forward to the future with more to come with his son.
End of March we will know more 😉
Great video! It's always a pleasure to listen to Jean Claude Biver talk about the watch industry and his passion for watches in general.
It ist! Very true! Thanks for sharing your thought!
I agree, although he never lets anyone finish a sentence. If that's down to his enthusiasm: More power to him. If it's down to something else, it might be somewhat annoying. :)
Great film. Really captures the essence of special man and his passion.
Love your comment, thanks for sharing!
What a wonderful father an son. I hope this man gets his dream an legacy "his brand"
Between him and his son I can see a Biver watch brand appearing sooner rather than later and knowing from past interviews he is scaling back a bit due to his recent health issues that would be a wonderful cap to a fascinating career I think and hands the Baton to the next generation beautifully
If it is feasible there will be a Biver watch-brand. I would dare to bet!
J C Biver is a man of passion... I just love this guy for his bold movements.
JCB is 1000000000000% passion!
What a collection, he keeps on surprising us every time he appears in public!
Watch Snobs everywhere clutch at their hearts when he busted out the Hublot.
I think if anyone in the world gets a pass for wearing one, it is JCB, right?
"when you are 18 you are entitle to be stupid, problem is don't be stupid when you are 60" JCB....True!! :D
Wow what an interview!!!!!
Thank you PHILLIPS and thank you Arthur! We are only reposting this wonderful video! I saw it and I asked PHILLIPS to let me share it...
EXCELLENT COLLECTION !!!
In fact! And this is "only" the best of...
JCB is a true legend! Such an inspiring person. He did SO much for the industry. My absolutely favorite is the picture at 6:14 - power to the youth!
Thanks for this very entertaining video @WatchAdvisor
Daniel Z. You are 🙏 welcome! Thanks to Phillips once again from my side for sharing the video with us on WatchAdvisor.
haha diamond watch..... #classsyyyyyyy
The journey through life often affords those who will listen the privilege of learning the wisdom of not only a grand master but a true gentleman. In this case, that is Mr. Jean-Claude Biver...
You asked the perfect questions....great presentation...
Thanks once again to PHILLIPS and to Arthur!
Wow 🤩 what an amazing collection
JCB has the means a very good taste. And he knows what he is buying...
Thanks for this lovely video that made us know a lil bit better M. Biver !
always a pleasure to hear JCB our guru for watches
Grandfathers and watches.... seems to be part of us all, watch enthusiasts....
Communions and getting your first watch, but then, your watch ends up in a safe...so recognisable
for people born in the 60’s and early 70’s from Europe... puts a smile on my face...
wernerjacq so true, I live in Austria and friends of mine purchased ten years ago an IWC, JLC and Breguet for their three sons for when they graduate university which will be in the next five years. Until then the watches remain in the safe in their boxes
The same happened to me by the way. My father bought me a watch and it ended up in the safe. It’s only years later I got it. Luckily my father had a very good taste and he knew what he bought ... 😉
JCB is such an awesome human being!
Great vid fellas! The collection is amazing to say the least. Jpb is a knowledgeable man.
great chat...thanks for the share!
Deidade Kalondjo You are welcome!
Now THAT is a collection !
A collection worthy a JCB!
I would love to hear his thoughts on the Snowflake and Spring Drive. Lovely video!
Inspiring man, inspiring collection.
There is not a second JCB in the industry. He is one of a kind...
Awesome video, many thanks for such qualitative content about watches ! Cheers from France !
You are very welcome and I pass the compliments to PHILLIPS... I proud to be able to share this video with them ...
Incredible man & career. Thanks for this privileged insight
Thanks for sharing your passion with us!
I got a slap in the face for my first communion.
christianellopm I got a mechanical wristwatch too... and I still have it... and some times I also got a slap in the face too but not for my first communion...
@@WatchAdvisor they both serve a purpose and perhaps the same lesson! :D
Oof
passion personified.
Loved this movie. So special… Thanks for making it and for sharing it with us!
You are welcome!
Great video. I love JCBs energy. Thank you for sharing
Our pleasure!
....which is also not bad!...lol, what an understated compliment for a Patek. I always enjoy Mr. Bivers interviews.
A pivotal person in the watch industry.
I couldn't agree more!
very interesting, excellent content..
Thanks to PHILLIPS! When I saw the video I asked them to let me share it with all my viewers... And there we go you seem to like it as much as I do ...
I Love This Channel.
I do love your channel too :x
@IDGuy Thank you very, very much! I would like to return this compliment!
This was great!!! From the three of you.
Great collection - but man he loves wearing that Big Bang!
I enjoyed this video so very much. Mr. Biver is just a joy to listen to and what an icon! I loved the rainbow 🌈 Daytona clip, too funny. This is now one of my favorite videos with him. Well done to the host and camera crew.
The video was entirely filmed and edited by auctioneer Phillips in Geneva ....
Very nice video respect these guys so much
What a class act ..congratulations
Très bonne entrevue avec des passionnés de montre. Bravo.
MERCI!
One of the many things I love about JCB is that he collects and relishes Patek and Rolex watches - despite them being his arch rivals throughout his career. Will you find Mr Porsche with a collection of Ferrari?
Biver is open minded and pretty relaxed... Since he started from scratch and he had seen what happened with the Swiss watch industry after the quartz crises he appreciates what talented watchmakers and engineers were/are able to do. That differentiates him from lateral entrants coming from elite universities. The letter if not opening their mind do in fact endanger the industry...
I got a Mickey Mouse Timex for my First Holy Communion.
I wish I still had it.
6:52 art is eternal, watchmaking art is also eternal.
Man, I can feel what he is trying to say, it gives feelings in my bones
Jean-Claude Biver during all his professional career celebrated the art of watchmaking ...
Didn't see one Invicta...... Call that a collection?
Anon Ymous 🤦🏻♂️
I’ve seen them at Sam’s Club.
Holly smokes, make a movie about him.. I'd watch it 408953 times ..!!!
Simoes Joaquim He he! 👍
What a guy!!!! I want to be that cool when I'm his age❤️ Love from India ❤️
Me too! Me too!
Man, I am amazed 🤩
We all should be amazed!
OMG I almost didn't watch this video. I didn't know where it fit in the watch advisor universe. But what a fascinating man. I was wishing I was there so I could ask him questions. The video wasn't long enough.
Didn’t you watch the interview with JCB we taped during Baselworld 2019?
@@WatchAdvisor You posted so much out of Basel last march I got eye fatigue I'll go back and check it out now.
I have my dad's Rado The Original
I serviced it twice cost £150 and 2nd time £255
That's just on servicing..
That my best watch ,,,
I remember watching Jean before lovely gentlemen
Be proud of that watch! Always remember how much family history it can tell. It’s like a long term time safe...