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  • Опубліковано 5 лют 2025
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 784

  • @NicoLeonard
    @NicoLeonard 2 роки тому +3022

    Marko you absolute legend! Thank you so much for coming to beautiful Belfast! Wishing you, your Team and all your subscribers an incredible new year❤

    • @notaflightreactsfan3706
      @notaflightreactsfan3706 2 роки тому +28

      love you nico im new to the watch world, but you have made an impressive introduction to it! thanks you so much.

    • @SwissWatchGang
      @SwissWatchGang  2 роки тому +91

      Thank you bro, I had a blast chatting and Belfast was fun! Wishing you the same!

    • @cptbaker
      @cptbaker 2 роки тому +7

      Happy New Year! Nico, may you be blessed with all the Hublot watches on the planet.

    • @cliqx5601
      @cliqx5601 2 роки тому +4

      Nico you helped me start my journey into the watch world and thank your for all the great content
      also you have a fucking legendary collection

    • @NicoLeonard
      @NicoLeonard 2 роки тому +6

      @@cliqx5601 ❤

  • @MarcoCaifan87
    @MarcoCaifan87 2 роки тому +2440

    I think the biggest shocker to me was not the gorgeous AP’s and Patek, but the fact that Nico owns a Grand Seiko 😂

    • @erikenqvist9081
      @erikenqvist9081 2 роки тому +335

      I've said it for some time. Nico doesn't hate Grand Seiko. Niko hates people who like Grand Seiko.

    • @gimpong
      @gimpong 2 роки тому +96

      @@erikenqvist9081 the delusional fans of grand seiko.

    • @Alwayslate-gv9vw
      @Alwayslate-gv9vw 2 роки тому +6

      Came to the comments to say the same

    • @sarfaraz185
      @sarfaraz185 2 роки тому +49

      @@erikenqvist9081 practically he doesn't hate people who like GS he just hates these fanboys who claim GS is better then Rolex (which is not in a million years 😂)

    • @bryanspilner
      @bryanspilner 2 роки тому +36

      grand seikos are amazing watches have you seen the spring drive?????

  • @YongJoonPaek
    @YongJoonPaek 2 роки тому +1286

    holy cow, this interview really gave Nico to shine as his non youtube persona. I respect him even more now.

    • @edkwon
      @edkwon 2 роки тому +8

      Yeah Nico really cracked the code on his UA-cam channel success and views, but as a result, we never see him keeping it real and not his YT personna

    • @RelojesyCorreas
      @RelojesyCorreas 2 роки тому

      That was awesome!

  • @casemore2073
    @casemore2073 2 роки тому +569

    so happy to finally see him talk about his own collection. such a beautiful range and that AP piece unique is an undeniable masterpiece

  • @thewholecut
    @thewholecut 2 роки тому +612

    A beautiful collection! Forgetting his UA-cam antics for a moment Nico's passion really shines through here.

    • @A.T.148-Scot-HK
      @A.T.148-Scot-HK 2 роки тому +15

      Yeah, Nico actually knows a lot more than I thought he did - I thought he was all show and no knowledge but I'm happy to be proven wrong by this video.

    • @cheesball96
      @cheesball96 2 роки тому

      Here here.

  • @Capt_Colty
    @Capt_Colty 2 роки тому +284

    I love Nico's channel and find his content extremely entertaining, however, I think we need more of this Nico.... calm, collected discussion about watches and his passion for them.

    • @dazl268
      @dazl268 2 роки тому +9

      Agreed, the depth of his passion made me look further into the watch world.

  • @willswitz9990
    @willswitz9990 2 роки тому +248

    Nico showing his collection with a somewhat smaller channel is class in its own!

    • @rvne3959
      @rvne3959 2 роки тому +2

      Honestly, what a legend

  • @Ilikeavocados822
    @Ilikeavocados822 2 роки тому +227

    I started watching Nico during covid. Always a class act. A perfect example of someone who is humble no matter the fame or fortune. Cheers to you brother

    • @valebliz
      @valebliz 2 роки тому +6

      Sure, a "class act"

    • @sidvyas8549
      @sidvyas8549 2 роки тому +6

      @@valebliz he’s rough around the edges but he’s Dutch Irish. Not known for their subtlety 😂
      Other than that he’s not a bad guy or anything and he’s very inclusive and inviting, which is super important in the watch world which is highly exclusive and elitist

    • @zadsazhad
      @zadsazhad Рік тому +1

      ​@@valebliz he usually jokes around and being sarcastic

  • @BrokenStyxx66
    @BrokenStyxx66 2 роки тому +172

    I've not seen many watches that make me say "holy shit" but that AP is just absolutely incredible.

    • @migooknamja
      @migooknamja 2 роки тому +28

      There is a small nick on one of the squares on the left side of the dial. Looks like an AP manufacturing error

    • @guitar911rock
      @guitar911rock 2 роки тому +9

      @@migooknamja wow I just saw that....... im speechless... why is ap like this... incredible piece none the less

  • @TheMeditron
    @TheMeditron 2 роки тому +74

    Man, Nico's collection was even better than I thought it would be! that piece unique is amazing!

  • @darrenstollings2463
    @darrenstollings2463 2 роки тому +54

    I loved Nico already, but now I see him as well....Nico. This brought to light Nico as a person more than anything. His collection is amazing and I can't wait to see the next installment of his collection. He showed his true self in this and I especially appreciate the sentiment about his grandfather and his mother. I also recently lost my mother and my grandfather so it really hits home for me. Thank you for this video, on many different levels 🙏 🙏

  • @fendushi
    @fendushi 2 роки тому +114

    I love Marko even more now by wearing a Hublot to Nico's house. 😂

  • @jonunkel4399
    @jonunkel4399 2 роки тому +79

    This version of Nico is unreal! I love the hopped up hyper crazy guy we’ve all come to know but this video showed his passion like never before. True god tier stuff!

  • @keepgrindingup7661
    @keepgrindingup7661 2 роки тому +29

    I love how you can ALWAYS feel the passion, as when Nico talks about his first watch... like he was holding it for the first time ...right there

  • @DMC2314
    @DMC2314 2 роки тому +23

    Love Nico. Had the pleasure of meeting Nico, purchasing a GMT master ii black ceramic and also visiting his boutique in Belfast. What a lad 👌👊

    • @NicoLeonard
      @NicoLeonard 2 роки тому +10

      That’s amazing to hear! Thank you so so much❤

  • @d7r_tv
    @d7r_tv 2 роки тому +40

    I'm always keen to see Nico talk so passionately about his love for Grand Seikos

    • @john-paulsilke893
      @john-paulsilke893 Рік тому +2

      I have one myself and like it plenty. But absolutely it’s not the same tier as Rolex. Often they are better quality, but far more fragile and depreciate by half the second you pay the bill.

  • @MrFloRolf
    @MrFloRolf 2 роки тому +17

    Wow that collection is absolutely incredible! Not even because of the AP but because of all the heart and soul that went into it. Not just Rolex Rolex Rolex instead you see actually passion! To me that is why Nico does so well in the watch community.

  • @thewatchphilosopher
    @thewatchphilosopher 2 роки тому +12

    What a duo, what a video, what a collection!! And that piece unique from AP... just gorgeous. And I'm not even an AP fan usually. Just outstanding.

  • @richardman28
    @richardman28 2 роки тому +10

    Looking at Nicos collection, it shows that he is a true watch collector. He is such a likable person and ive met him before and he had all the time in the world for everyone that approached him for a chat about watches. That's why his channel is so successfull along with the entertain value of his content. Class.

  • @joshuadelvelos7227
    @joshuadelvelos7227 Рік тому +8

    Mad respect to this man. Treating Casio watches as a "God-tier" is an epic act. ❤❤

  • @hannesolivier204
    @hannesolivier204 2 роки тому +5

    It’s so nice seeing a nicer, softer side of Nico. He seems like the type of guy that’ll give you good life advise.

  • @gorskic
    @gorskic 2 роки тому +12

    Man, that COMEX Sea-Dweller is a piece and a half. I love Nico’s passion, and nice to see his more serious side.

  • @neilbrucker5985
    @neilbrucker5985 2 роки тому +7

    I love that Nico loves the watch and the story not just a name or price. It's great to see he has passion for his craft and he is a gifted speaker.

    • @john-paulsilke893
      @john-paulsilke893 Рік тому

      A million dollars wouldn’t pry his grand dad’s watch out of his hands. Passion is more important than the cash value.

  • @stevenwebb9861
    @stevenwebb9861 2 роки тому +6

    Nico was emotional and came across differently than I have ever seen before. Thanks for showing your collection, I love the AP well done. Hope you both have a great future.

  • @gyrfalcon7332
    @gyrfalcon7332 2 роки тому +1

    I can’t finish watching many of Nico’s videos but I really do like how he comes off when interviewed by others. Seems like a bright, empathetic, and largely down-to-earth person. I’ll have to give his work another go. Thanks for showing us the other side him.

  • @jamiedamaral4011
    @jamiedamaral4011 2 роки тому +7

    This was a great video, Nico's collection is amazing but having two chaps just talk watches and life was more amazing.

  • @trevorboheler6507
    @trevorboheler6507 2 роки тому +13

    I would love to see Nico do some watch restoration videos on occasion. I know his schedule is mad, but it would be grand to see him return to his roots as it were and bring another aspect to his channel

  • @Nefville
    @Nefville 2 роки тому +14

    I love Nico, he's genuinely the nicest guy you'll ever talk to and a true enthusiast. Seriously cannot say enough good things about him and I enjoy watching his success. Best interview so far Marko, thanks!

  • @aldridgedatuin8297
    @aldridgedatuin8297 2 роки тому +7

    All those luxury brands, and Nico still does not forget the God Tier Casio.
    What a Legend!

  • @laurinbar3223
    @laurinbar3223 2 роки тому +9

    What an episode Marko and Nico.. simply incredible! One gets to see how passionate Mr. Nico Leonard is and and how much he does for this community. I wish both of you and everyone who is reading this a blessed start into 2023.

  • @nikkoalexander8442
    @nikkoalexander8442 2 роки тому +1

    I am 38 and new to the watch world.... Nico and nico alone has sparked a massive interest in watches for me

  • @juniorjohnson5961
    @juniorjohnson5961 2 роки тому +20

    Great seeing Nico & his collection of watches , But hearing him talk about his family & life was inspiring Peace to you & your family Nico 🙏 Happy New Year Marco & Everyone & God Bless 🕊️

  • @edkwon
    @edkwon 2 роки тому +17

    Also I love how genuine Nico is and how he's on the border of choking up when he's reminiscing about his very first seiko gifted to him as a teen

  • @acquiresimplicity
    @acquiresimplicity Рік тому +1

    Watching this while cleaning my house,, this week been wanting to organize and protect my watch collection of 6 watches 😊,, this is a great presentation of watches and the depth of people passionate about watches and history

  • @TheTownWatch
    @TheTownWatch 2 роки тому +13

    Great video, great collection, great conversation! Congrats Nico for all your success and congrats Marko for your success as well!! All the best in 2023!

  • @Rico_71
    @Rico_71 2 роки тому

    That's the side of Nico we don't see that often, the calmer, more relaxed Nico, that just talks about what he loves the most with some nice insights and life stories

  • @georgetsang5780
    @georgetsang5780 2 роки тому +6

    Thanks Marco for a great interview with Nico Leonard. Totally enjoyable. Happy 2023.

  • @maximilian4859
    @maximilian4859 Рік тому +1

    One of the best watch collection Videos I've ever seen.
    Not only the absolute gorgeous Watches, but also Nice as a Person

  • @brandenreid7123
    @brandenreid7123 2 роки тому +25

    Great collaboration Good to see Nico with other experts outside of his usual character.

  • @Blags3
    @Blags3 10 місяців тому

    Always a pleasure when you get the chance to see a UA-camr you look up to in a more personal light. Cracking interview!

  • @pradyutfogla4624
    @pradyutfogla4624 2 роки тому +2

    Idk why, is searched for NICO's watch collection on youtube for the first time ever..
    (Coz he said he only has 18 watches in his collection which intrigued me)
    And after 30mins, i get recommended this video🙆🙆🙆🙆

  • @happyguilmore4253
    @happyguilmore4253 Рік тому

    The way Marko puts the watches down and then moves them in the best position for us to see and to show them. Just makes you realise how much he loves watches. And Nico is such a genuine guy. ❤️

  • @Lintybaybay
    @Lintybaybay 2 роки тому +4

    Best Nico video I’ve seen. So passionate about his collection and the Comex Sea-Dweller is special, never seen an example that clean before. Great video to get me motivated for 2023 🎉

  • @Failed.Society956
    @Failed.Society956 2 роки тому +1

    I came across nicos channel many yrs ago and ive been subscribed to his channel ever since. Always watching his videos. Even though im not a watch person but seeing nicos passion when he speaks about the topic makes me want to listen. Ive learned alot about watched by just watching his videos even though ill probably never afford a rolex or any luxury watch, i will always keep watching his videos! What a legend 👏

  • @0514asm
    @0514asm 2 роки тому +7

    Nico is a legend and I love his devotion for making watches exciting for people at every level. I bought a Casio because of him and I love it and take pride in wearing it because Nico says that even a $50 watch can be God Tier. Keep doing you!

  • @ryanj8283
    @ryanj8283 2 роки тому +5

    Amazing collection Nico! Some absolute gems! 27:06 that AP i have no words, never knew something like that existed, amazing

  • @DaddyFatherDad
    @DaddyFatherDad 2 роки тому +14

    Wow, this video was great. Nico being more calm, sharing stories, sharing his hopes and dreams regarding his family. Super nice. I also wouldn't have known his collection was THIS insane. I thought maybe his panda AP was his biggest piece but it's definitely not lmao

  • @thereismoretolifethanrolex
    @thereismoretolifethanrolex 2 роки тому +2

    A really nicely put together interview which brought out Nico's real humanity. Seems like a genuinely nice guy and hugely knowledgeable. His success is truly well deserved.

  • @jamesbyles7070
    @jamesbyles7070 2 роки тому +2

    Marko, what a great video. Loved seeing a less hyper Nico discussing watches. And yes, I know it’s all about marketing on his channel. But, you really drew the stories out from him, allowing him the space to share what’s really important about each watch for him. Thank you!

  • @mattgraham2639
    @mattgraham2639 2 роки тому +1

    Amazing vid and interviewed Nico so well. I was hanging on Nico’s every word. Ooo that AP piece unique 🦄

  • @AndyJayLark
    @AndyJayLark 2 роки тому +3

    Grandfather’s heirloom hands down best piece of the collection.
    The beauty of a naturally faded dial is impossible to reproduce artificially. Even if it was semi-possible, it wouldn’t age beautifully.

  • @NinjaHazGun
    @NinjaHazGun 2 роки тому +5

    My eyes opened the widest when I saw the Grand Seiko and even wider with that insane AP

  • @LUV2T8KU
    @LUV2T8KU 2 роки тому +2

    That last AP was very nice and nice watch collection and good video.

  • @Kingx-np4cb
    @Kingx-np4cb 9 місяців тому

    I love how he just let Nico speak & really show his watch collection. Fantastic skills. Right on 👍.

  • @diego49535
    @diego49535 Рік тому +1

    I really loved this interview and appreciate so so much all of the stories bounded to this beautiful collection of watches, Nico really impressed and moved me to commotion with his words, entering Watch world more positively influenced than ever, thank you!

  • @PeteCee
    @PeteCee 2 роки тому +5

    My jaw hit the floor with that piece unique AP. What a show-stopper!

    • @Everbrooks
      @Everbrooks 2 роки тому +1

      Agreed! That dial is an absolute stunner!

  • @jasperkov
    @jasperkov 2 роки тому +8

    Awesome video and thanks for the shout-out guys ❤ love Jasper, Amsterdam Vintage Watches

  • @DerekUnderwood871
    @DerekUnderwood871 2 роки тому +1

    Incredible interview and collection. Loved seeing Nico being his genuine self

  • @slickrick083
    @slickrick083 2 роки тому +7

    What a collection!! That A.P. is just amazing, how awesome!!
    Gave video Nico, ik heb genoten 👌🙏

  • @WatchSociety
    @WatchSociety 2 роки тому +1

    Awesome video, two of my favorite guys!
    Well done boys.
    Watch Society ❤

  • @Bente52
    @Bente52 2 роки тому +8

    You are a great storyteller Nico! Nice collection

  • @deathmetalsl
    @deathmetalsl Рік тому

    The best thing about Nico is that he's not afraid to speak his mind and tell you exactly what he thinks. This attitude is what is needed in this day and age. Everyone is used to enabling people and sugarcoating facts that need to be spit out directly.

  • @DonaldMusks
    @DonaldMusks Рік тому +2

    I dont own a watch and dont like jewelry, but i enjoy Nikos' content and learning about watches. I'm thinking about getting a cheap Casio, though..

  • @angustillett2649
    @angustillett2649 2 роки тому +1

    Give younger generations more credit. I know a bunch of guys who love the vintage realm of watches and always connect the stories to their pieces

  • @akhrormuminov7180
    @akhrormuminov7180 2 роки тому +11

    I honestly think Nico is the funniest watch dealer out there. The combination of his accent and sudden burbs just kills it

  • @GG.510
    @GG.510 2 роки тому +1

    Nico is a class act. And I rarely use that term. But as an American I appreciate his pride and passion for his work and his country. Salute!

  • @andrewanderson5297
    @andrewanderson5297 2 роки тому +1

    At some point in time it would be interesting as a topic to see Nico actually repair a watch. Joking aside this is where the passion for watches began, and it would be really interesting to see him repair one.

  • @humphreyreyes2255
    @humphreyreyes2255 2 роки тому

    My fav watch video is The John Mayer interview and my 2nd fav is this The Nico Leonard watch interview, wow very iconic.

  • @kleisthenis123
    @kleisthenis123 2 роки тому +5

    2 legends in one go - very nicely done!

  • @alexzorkin9470
    @alexzorkin9470 2 роки тому +2

    How did you do the silent handslap?

  • @robertschmidt9584
    @robertschmidt9584 2 роки тому +1

    It’s great to see a calmer side to Nico. Thanks for sharing.

  • @MrBeard-et1yi
    @MrBeard-et1yi 2 роки тому +3

    Finally get to see Nico’s collection!

  • @wintersoldier1971
    @wintersoldier1971 Рік тому +1

    That AP is an engineering marvel. 1 of 1 is insane.

  • @SWGTBruno
    @SWGTBruno 2 роки тому +1

    I had to pause when that 25th aniversary of Royal Oak AP showed up.. what in the world is that beauty!! ♥

  • @parthdaglia7942
    @parthdaglia7942 4 місяці тому +1

    The close up shots are amazing

  • @jackholmes9437
    @jackholmes9437 2 роки тому +1

    I absolutely love nico and his channel and everything he does there, but it was fun seeing him in a more relaxed video and talking a bit more serious about the watch world. He really does seem like a class guy

  • @Tokkodai
    @Tokkodai 2 роки тому

    Thank you both, i have thoroughly enjoyed it and the passion was relayed. Great conversation between two great people!

  • @Theone_one
    @Theone_one 2 роки тому +7

    Two legends in a frame ❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @brunomphx2
    @brunomphx2 2 роки тому +1

    That's exactly what I like to see when someone claims that has passion about one thing, passion > money! What a nice collection @nicoleonard !

  • @cabronito00786
    @cabronito00786 2 роки тому

    Waoww. So nice to see this aspect of nico. This shows the guy really have a huge knowledge in the watch industry and technology. To see nico speaking about his own collection shows his real humbleness and emotions when it comes to his memories and feelings! What a guy ! Great video ! Congrats

  • @buuba99
    @buuba99 2 роки тому +1

    Such a nice interview guys. Nico tha k you very much for showing that AP. Just wow.

  • @joshuamenet9016
    @joshuamenet9016 Рік тому +4

    Nico didn't just show us his watch collection. He showed us who he is

  • @MM-xm7fr
    @MM-xm7fr 2 роки тому +1

    Great guys, Great conversation, Great watch collection!!! THANK YOU

  • @srong
    @srong 2 роки тому +7

    What a way to close out the year Marko. Good stuff!

  • @atthelord
    @atthelord 2 роки тому +1

    Dude both those quartz Seikos are so cool! Like.. wow!

  • @Kxji
    @Kxji 2 роки тому +5

    The Blue of the Piece Unique is insane it's like a piece of a glacier.

  • @AbdulRWatches
    @AbdulRWatches 2 роки тому +4

    Awesome one Marko, great watch collecting journey, fantastic collection 🙏🏽 wear it in great health. Happy new year to everyone 🙏🏽

  • @The.Big.SQUIDLEGS
    @The.Big.SQUIDLEGS 2 роки тому

    i really love seeing this side of nico, it doesn’t seem like he has his character on, just a more genuine side of him

  • @AhmedMohamed-ix3tv
    @AhmedMohamed-ix3tv 2 роки тому +2

    We need a video about that AP please 🙏…happy new year every one 🎉🎉🎉

  • @JoshS-vi4cf
    @JoshS-vi4cf 2 роки тому +3

    What an awesome collection and video. Well done fellas!

  • @masterleatel
    @masterleatel 2 роки тому +1

    I have a g-steel 400 series and the way they managed to incorporate the ethos and look of a G-Shock and still manage to make it feel and shine like a luxury watch. I f'ing love it. Nice to know my watch has been derived from such a juggernaut in the watch industry.

  • @georgefotiadis3787
    @georgefotiadis3787 2 роки тому +1

    What a great of video and an amazing watch collection love to see real passion for watches,thats all that matters.

  • @monacoharry23
    @monacoharry23 2 роки тому +2

    Great Video Marko👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 Nico's Comex SeaDweller is from 1992, but the the crown laser engraving started at 2002 and Nico's watch has the crown in the glass☝🏻

    • @azothdesigns
      @azothdesigns 2 роки тому +2

      They started doing it to ALL of them in 2002 not started doing it. they did it to some before that. Like yachtmaster in 1999 as an example.

  • @mihailopaunovic4034
    @mihailopaunovic4034 2 роки тому

    Nico singlehandedly brought inspiration for watches (in my case). He has my respects.

  • @marcosoci2176
    @marcosoci2176 Рік тому

    The dark green dial on the ICW it's so beautiful, I love that shade so much

  • @planetaricarealestate4562
    @planetaricarealestate4562 2 роки тому

    great video, watched some of Nico's videos and found them somewhat brash and superfluous, but in this video you can see his passion and personal connection to what he does and how much his passion and work mean to him. Good work!

  • @arctic_skies
    @arctic_skies 2 роки тому +1

    Marko awesome video! Nico is always great fun to listen. That golden Rolex, dear hell it looks good!

  • @513BRAM
    @513BRAM 2 роки тому

    NICO and Wristwatch Revival reminded me that wearing a watch is way better than looking at a phone..great vid.

  • @ricardoblue5436
    @ricardoblue5436 2 роки тому

    I bought my first watch before christmas. Its the same Hamilton but with the blue dial. Absolutely love it. Great video!

  • @ashcormier5118
    @ashcormier5118 Рік тому

    Wonderful interview! So glad to see how he got into the industry and move up