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  • @IlluminatingWatches
    @IlluminatingWatches  Рік тому +1

    Lots of additional channel suggestions in the comments so check them out if you want to explore further. For watch channel owners , feel free to drop your channel name down there too if you think it’s relevant .

  • @BeastyRicky
    @BeastyRicky Рік тому +6

    Your channel falls in highly underrated category. For the amount of effort you put in your videos you deserve at least a million subs.

    • @IlluminatingWatches
      @IlluminatingWatches  Рік тому +3

      Far too kind! I’m entirely happy with where I’m at anyway . Currently a super supportive and appreciative group of viewers and I suspect that starts to change when things get bigger

  • @Capt620
    @Capt620 Рік тому +14

    Let’s give Wristwatch Revival a shout out here. He’s top tear when it comes to watch repair. His videos are not only a joy to watch, but I have learned so much and keep learning every video.

  • @THEMADWATCHCOLLECTOR
    @THEMADWATCHCOLLECTOR Рік тому +4

    Great selection! Thanks for including me in there my friend! Up the humour that’s what I say!!;)

    • @conyo985
      @conyo985 Рік тому +1

      Love your recent video. I'm thinking TGV might be a bit jealous. Getting to ride the Delorean and KITT. Even seeing the Jurassic Park SUV.

    • @IlluminatingWatches
      @IlluminatingWatches  Рік тому +2

      Amen!

  • @AvgJoeWatchReviews
    @AvgJoeWatchReviews Рік тому +7

    Appreciate the shout out! Wasn’t expecting that at all. Nice surprise. Nicely presented!! I like how you broke it down in categories.

    • @IlluminatingWatches
      @IlluminatingWatches  Рік тому +2

      Never in doubt !

    • @ichris2011
      @ichris2011 Рік тому

      Hey joe! Remember when you told borealis they “underestimate your influence in the community” when they declined sending you a free watch in their dm’s? One of my favorite bits of content from you. Cheers!

    • @AvgJoeWatchReviews
      @AvgJoeWatchReviews Рік тому +1

      @@ichris2011 perhaps you missed all the news surrounding Borealis and their “free watch” scandal. I must say, my influence was a tad underestimated indeed. Glad you enjoyed! Cheers 🍻 😁👍

  • @BB-gl7zt
    @BB-gl7zt Рік тому +8

    You've missed Red Dead Restoration. No talking, just subtitled and well edited watch repair.

    • @IlluminatingWatches
      @IlluminatingWatches  Рік тому +1

      Ah I haven’t watched them - watch restoration definitely something I need to get into more.

    • @MyRetroWatches
      @MyRetroWatches Рік тому +3

      His stuff so so well made and what is so good is that he is just a hobbyist watchmaker like myself.

    • @Daud76
      @Daud76 Рік тому +1

      Agreed. But my restoration go to place usually is The Nekkid Watchmaker.

    • @SomeGuyNamedTex
      @SomeGuyNamedTex Рік тому +1

      @@Daud76 He's cool too. He makes me want to get into watch repair and restoration. Recently, He made a wall clock with Mayan numbers that I'm planning on trying myself.

    • @Daud76
      @Daud76 Рік тому +1

      @@SomeGuyNamedTex I do not think I have seen that video. What makes me like The Nekkid Watchmaker is his humour and a real family man. Very down to earth and humble.

  • @TheDonCucaracho
    @TheDonCucaracho Рік тому +3

    You're my go-to guy for obscure digital watches. What a great video my dude, lots of good channels.
    There's this video of a channel named Posy called "Segmented Displays", I'm 110% sure you'll enjoy it. It's an absolute masterclass in digital displays

    • @IlluminatingWatches
      @IlluminatingWatches  Рік тому +1

      I LOVE posys videos. That guy is so unique!! The segmented displays video is in my top ten videos on UA-cam

  • @somewhereintimewatchreviews
    @somewhereintimewatchreviews Рік тому +5

    There's some big names in there. Thank you for the shoutout, certainly unexpected, but definitely appreciated.
    Categorising channels into groups was a cool touch too.

    • @IlluminatingWatches
      @IlluminatingWatches  Рік тому +1

      You were my first shout out ever when I was watch reactions. Of course you are in there!

    • @IlluminatingWatches
      @IlluminatingWatches  Рік тому +1

      …and yes I misspelt Tudor on your page. D’oh!

  • @TimeToGoTravelAndTimepieces
    @TimeToGoTravelAndTimepieces Рік тому +1

    This was a great idea for a video. Well done and very much appreciate the shout out. Thank you!

    • @IlluminatingWatches
      @IlluminatingWatches  Рік тому +1

      No other channel combines a trip to harrow/Uxbridge and watches - you had to be included !

  • @WatchWitt
    @WatchWitt Рік тому +1

    I subscribe to nearly all those channels! Great to see the smaller channel friends mentioned too. Great collective presentation!

  • @carlkim2577
    @carlkim2577 Рік тому +8

    Urban Gentry has to be given huge credit here. He likely inspired so many other channels to start.

  • @TheTownWatch
    @TheTownWatch Рік тому +4

    Great video and summary of all the channels you mentioned! Thanks for the shoutout!!

  • @conyo985
    @conyo985 Рік тому +3

    Red dead restoration is also a good watch restoration channel. I love that it's silent and you can just enjoy seeing the process of restoring beautiful timepieces.

    • @IlluminatingWatches
      @IlluminatingWatches  Рік тому +1

      Yes lots of people mentioned them - I clearly need to watch more!

  • @thetimebombardier
    @thetimebombardier Рік тому +4

    I hear the Time Bombardier offers an eclectic mix of vintage rarities, unobtanium rolexes and humble casios... 😅😅😅 keep up the good work dude 👍👍👍

  • @MyRetroWatches
    @MyRetroWatches Рік тому +9

    Absolutely never thought I would have been on this list!
    Many of your choices here I did not know of either.
    I find your channel fascinating. The level of detail and knowledge you have is exemplary coupled with some very good editing. Even this video has a hint of honour with the hitchhikers guide snippets running through.

    • @IlluminatingWatches
      @IlluminatingWatches  Рік тому

      If I spend an hour (well 30 minutes on double speed ;) ) watching your video, you are making the list! Thankyou! Loved the story behind the Willard

    • @MyRetroWatches
      @MyRetroWatches Рік тому +2

      @@IlluminatingWatches thank you. Yes the Willard was a real story teller. I have another similar with a Seiko lost in a tank engine!
      Or making my dream Pogue from parts and aftermarket visuals.
      I am soon attempting a video on my digital watch collection when I figure out the best way to present them to camera as I think it’s 30+ now

    • @IlluminatingWatches
      @IlluminatingWatches  Рік тому

      Now we are talking!!

  • @thetimist
    @thetimist Рік тому +4

    Great video idea, I actually have a similar one in the works that’s on the back burner thanks to me getting distracted by my latest addition to the watch box (more on that later 😅) keep up the great work, looking forward to seeing more from you 👍

    • @IlluminatingWatches
      @IlluminatingWatches  Рік тому +1

      Thankyou! More videos on this the merrier. Always interesting to see the picks of other people!

  • @timtimecollector9808
    @timtimecollector9808 Рік тому +1

    I never knew there were so many channels, I recognise five or six of those. Nice idea with the 'Hitchhiker's guide' connection 👍

  • @vaclav_fejt
    @vaclav_fejt Рік тому +2

    I started with Ben's Watch Club and then moved to the affordable+humour categories. Thanks for the history and design tips, I'll surely check them out!
    And find a good job, because I'd like a Seiko Alpinist...and some nice small date diver...and a bronze piece...and a lume beast...and some dress piece...and a buttload of straps and some bracelets.

    • @IlluminatingWatches
      @IlluminatingWatches  Рік тому +1

      Sounds like you have similar taste to me!! Get saving!

    • @vaclav_fejt
      @vaclav_fejt Рік тому +1

      @@IlluminatingWatches Thanks, I've already got a Timex Weekender chrono, a solar square G-shock, a sparkling Vostok and a Tisell Fauxplorer, so I have everything a bloke needs, now only to get my life in order so I know how much I can spend on stuff I don't need...

    • @IlluminatingWatches
      @IlluminatingWatches  Рік тому

      @@vaclav_fejt that’s the spirit! Ha ha!

  • @drewbarton3419
    @drewbarton3419 Рік тому +8

    Wristwatch revival maybe should've been added for the repair channel section. He's got a good following and an overall great presenter.

    • @IlluminatingWatches
      @IlluminatingWatches  Рік тому +3

      You are second person who has said that. I didn’t know them! Definitely need to look

    • @bobsteadman9728
      @bobsteadman9728 Рік тому +2

      Oh yeah, I got hooked on WR. I find him soothing (Not in a weird way) and very informative and easy to watch.

    • @TheDonCucaracho
      @TheDonCucaracho Рік тому +1

      @@IlluminatingWatches make it three about that channel. He's watchmaking ASMR

    • @IlluminatingWatches
      @IlluminatingWatches  Рік тому

      @@TheDonCucaracho clearly need to add into my rotation of channels!!

    • @Watch4Jay
      @Watch4Jay Рік тому +1

      💯 agree here. There definitely IS something soothing about Marshall and his channel, presents and speaks so well, and he clearly loves what he does.

  • @stevenbollinger9776
    @stevenbollinger9776 Рік тому +2

    Your channel is one of the very best of this group. You asked us to mention channels you didn't. I can only think of one: the magnificent gshock highfashion, hosted by... an anonymous person. EDIT: I forgot! WATCHES TV! The title is all-caps, like that. Marc André Deschoux, the host, is a real Swiss high-horology insider. Gorgeous high-end watches galore, interviews with movers & shakers. Good stuff.

    • @IlluminatingWatches
      @IlluminatingWatches  Рік тому

      That is so kind of you thanks. Ah yes I love G-SHOCK high street fashion - totally forgot to mention them! I don’t know watches TV. I will check them out.

  • @proudamerican6846
    @proudamerican6846 Рік тому +1

    Watching at 2am and not sure where I am but did you mention Wei Koh of Revolution Watches? Awesome watching content

    • @IlluminatingWatches
      @IlluminatingWatches  Рік тому

      Ha ha well glad you are watching. I didn’t actually - but a few people have said so I clearly need to check out!

  • @pedrofisk
    @pedrofisk Рік тому +1

    One lane you missed are the watch modders. Some of the repair or review channels do it now and again but there are a few dedicated such as Lume Shot.

    • @IlluminatingWatches
      @IlluminatingWatches  Рік тому +1

      You are absolutely right. Yes it’s a whole genre I’ve totally missed.

  • @karibil
    @karibil Рік тому +3

    I think there is a room for the Just the watch channel, Dave is doing a wonderful job presenting affordable watches and also I would highlight the Brave beaters channel andPeter Kotsa, where the design elements are in focus, giving a more unique perspective to watches

    • @IlluminatingWatches
      @IlluminatingWatches  Рік тому +1

      Very nice additions. I do watch brave beaters who is great but the others are not ones I have frequented.

    • @damyr
      @damyr Рік тому +1

      Just the Watch and Peter Kotsa are great review channels.

  • @leahleefernandez418
    @leahleefernandez418 Рік тому +1

    I really like carnagewatches, very cinematic and uses some good macro shots to get close to the watch, love his walkarounds at the end of every review too

  • @garethsigrist8714
    @garethsigrist8714 Рік тому +2

    Loved this! What a great list of amazing watch UA-camrs (yourself included!) 👏👏👏👏

    • @IlluminatingWatches
      @IlluminatingWatches  Рік тому +1

      It’s a huge group - obviously many more than I’ve included here!

  • @watchroll3310
    @watchroll3310 Рік тому +3

    Never seen a review about watch channels. Interesting!

    • @IlluminatingWatches
      @IlluminatingWatches  Рік тому +1

      To be fair teddy Baldassarre and Andrew Morgan from watchfinder did some lists recently! Thanks for taking a look!

  • @rayray..3349
    @rayray..3349 Рік тому +3

    THANK U. Perfect Video & a 1st of its kind, i thinks.😎🙏🙏🙏

    • @IlluminatingWatches
      @IlluminatingWatches  Рік тому +1

      Teddy Baldassarre and Andrew Morgan did list videos. The first hitchhikers guide though! Thanks!

    • @rayray..3349
      @rayray..3349 Рік тому +1

      @@IlluminatingWatches URs had way more work PUT in it,& Way More FUN. 😎🙏

  • @TickSweep
    @TickSweep Рік тому +2

    Some new channels to check out nice one Gordon! I always watch your videos as soon as they are available usually.
    That TickSweep channel is pretty chilled quite new though so more to come!!! 😂😅

    • @IlluminatingWatches
      @IlluminatingWatches  Рік тому +1

      I owe you a separate shout out sir! Thankyou!!!

    • @TickSweep
      @TickSweep Рік тому +1

      @@IlluminatingWatches me and my Cheeky plug. 😬

  • @tbone121974
    @tbone121974 Рік тому +1

    I think you missed the watch geek and chronoglide watch channel. The watch repair channel is great as well along with Richard Perrett.

    • @IlluminatingWatches
      @IlluminatingWatches  Рік тому

      I know watch geek but didn’t know of chronoglide. I’ll take a look!

  • @stephaneboudreau1088
    @stephaneboudreau1088 Рік тому +5

    nick shabazz love his reviews when he covers watches, hilarious guy😂

    • @IlluminatingWatches
      @IlluminatingWatches  Рік тому +1

      Ah yes! EDC is a whole area I’ve missed!

    • @noobfl
      @noobfl Рік тому +2

      thje good the bad and the ugly

  • @yerkodiegoborjakvessitchva2183
    @yerkodiegoborjakvessitchva2183 10 місяців тому

    HELLO FRIEND IN TIME AND MERRY CHRISTMAS ! . I DIDN'T KNOW ANYTHING ABOUT YOU FOR A LONG TIME . I WISH YOU A GOOD ENTRY TO THE NEW YEAR, AND I STILL FIND YOUR CHANNEL VERY INTERESTING, AS WELL ENTERTAINING . ALL THE BEST AND A STRONG HUG.
    TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF !
    🎅❄️😊👍🏻🙋🏻‍♂️✨🌲❄️🎅

  • @johanvandersandt8904
    @johanvandersandt8904 Рік тому +1

    love how you put them as trading cards! Ah man... I cant believe someone actually googled it LOL... I love that you have Wes's Watch room and Simucom Reviews that also reviews some interesting pieces. You missed the absolute gem that is Aviv from My Affordable watch Collection as well! All of them do superb work.

    • @IlluminatingWatches
      @IlluminatingWatches  Рік тому +1

      I’ll definitely check them out! So many channels!! Yes I’m an idiot for googling

    • @johanvandersandt8904
      @johanvandersandt8904 Рік тому +1

      @@IlluminatingWatches I dont think you are an idiot, just very innocent and you problably did it to check out some cool unique blue dial...😅

    • @IlluminatingWatches
      @IlluminatingWatches  Рік тому +1

      @@johanvandersandt8904 or I’m just easily influenced!

  • @damyr
    @damyr Рік тому +1

    Just a shout out for a small watch channel Tomas Watch Reviews. He's a nice, down to earth guy from Lithuania, who's focused on budget watches.
    Also, Budget Watch Reviews - Citizen fan boy (as he calls himself) from the UK. He's one of rare people who often buys and reviews Chinese ultra-budget watches, so we don't have to.

  • @woojackpot
    @woojackpot Рік тому +1

    Thank you I needed this video

  • @jamesblonde2271
    @jamesblonde2271 Рік тому +1

    Great stuff, coupla channels I didn't have on the old gaydar, thanks. Didn't get notified yet btw

  • @Bob-wl4bb
    @Bob-wl4bb Рік тому

    unwind time vintage watch museum is another, just a ton of short previews of old watches with many being digital

  • @syndicatedsatellite7288
    @syndicatedsatellite7288 Рік тому +1

    Watch Nickolas is a good watch channel... Not Before Time is another good one... Also Watch Lab...

  • @GinkgoJoe
    @GinkgoJoe Рік тому +2

    Watch Geek rocks -- the go to for Casio module tutorials (and unbridled enthusiasm with his spinnaker Piccard gen 1 review!)

    • @IlluminatingWatches
      @IlluminatingWatches  Рік тому

      Ah yes - I do actually subscribe but for some reason haven’t watched loads. I loved his history of the g-shock

  • @Beechhill
    @Beechhill Рік тому +4

    Did I miss Casio Mogul Greg Anderson and Just The Watch?

    • @Beechhill
      @Beechhill Рік тому +2

      Oh, and Marshall at Wristwatch Revival!

    • @IlluminatingWatches
      @IlluminatingWatches  Рік тому +2

      I didn’t know about casio mogul. I actually had Greg Anderson in their on an earlier version but wanted the numbers to add up to 54 :D . He’s great!

    • @IlluminatingWatches
      @IlluminatingWatches  Рік тому

      @@Beechhill don’t know them either! I’ll take a look

    • @Beechhill
      @Beechhill Рік тому +1

      @@IlluminatingWatches There's a Casio Mogul? I just used it to describe Greg! 🤣🤣🤣

    • @IlluminatingWatches
      @IlluminatingWatches  Рік тому +1

      @@Beechhill ah ha ha thought I would have come across someone called casio mogul!! Good channel name ha ha. Yes Greg is great

  • @timschwarze1739
    @timschwarze1739 Рік тому +1

    This is a great starting point for people who want to know more about watches!
    I religiously watch Just One More Watch, Random Rob, TGV and WatchGringa.
    And recently I have gotten into The Watch Idiot's videos!
    Much love from Germany

    • @IlluminatingWatches
      @IlluminatingWatches  Рік тому

      I somehow hadn’t come across the watch idiot. I will check them out. So many channels! Thankyou!

  • @Slayer-lv4sf
    @Slayer-lv4sf Рік тому +1

    IDGuy always has a place in my heart ❤️
    Love him so much

    • @IlluminatingWatches
      @IlluminatingWatches  Рік тому

      He’s in there. I’ve found it so confusing connecting the voice to the face though!!

  • @bobsteadman9728
    @bobsteadman9728 Рік тому +21

    The Time Teller is a pretentious watch snob. You turned me onto a lot of new (To me) watch channels to check out. The only watch channel I watch religiously is Just One More Watch and Ben's Watch Club. And I'm now into your channel after watching the history of Indian watches.

    • @IlluminatingWatches
      @IlluminatingWatches  Рік тому +1

      Whoops I thought you said timeless watch channel. He has a different take to others - at least he’s different! Really glad I’ve given you some new leads

    • @SheshankReddyS
      @SheshankReddyS Рік тому +7

      Time Teller is the only watch channel I've asked UA-cam to stop recommending to me. Pretentious, campy (in a bad way), and a little bit disingenuous (especially around pushing his vintage watch business).

    • @IlluminatingWatches
      @IlluminatingWatches  Рік тому +2

      @@SheshankReddyS he’s definitely divisive! There is so much variety in watch UA-cam that there is something for everyone though

    • @FuglyStick
      @FuglyStick Рік тому

      He's much worse than just pretentious; he's a wannabe Proud Boy 4 chan Joe Rogan fan edgelord.

    • @carlkim2577
      @carlkim2577 Рік тому +1

      You haven't already, I also recommend "I like watches".

  • @Bob-wl4bb
    @Bob-wl4bb Рік тому

    watches tv is a good one focusing on niche watches

  • @paul--b
    @paul--b Рік тому +1

    36 inch 80s watch?? Like those swatches you hang on the wall?

    • @IlluminatingWatches
      @IlluminatingWatches  Рік тому

      Ha ha whoops should have said mm:) I do like those swatches though!

  • @manusverzoni2384
    @manusverzoni2384 Рік тому +2

    Lester William Polsfuss approved! By the way, Horace Walpole once told me he pronounced Teddy's last name as Baldassarr&. But who knows? He was such a snob!

    • @IlluminatingWatches
      @IlluminatingWatches  Рік тому

      Ha ha I’m not sure. He can do a great video when he puts his mind to it though. Smart guy

    • @IlluminatingWatches
      @IlluminatingWatches  Рік тому +1

      Teddy that is ( not Horatio - I’m unsure as to his video qualities in the 1700s!)

    • @manusverzoni2384
      @manusverzoni2384 Рік тому +1

      @@IlluminatingWatches Saw Horace doing a review of a goose feather in front of a camera obscura. Earned him 4 subscribers.

    • @manusverzoni2384
      @manusverzoni2384 Рік тому +1

      @@IlluminatingWatches No sorry. 4 dislikes.

  • @gyrfalcon7332
    @gyrfalcon7332 Рік тому +1

    Great list of channels!! Glad to see you had WatchChris and Elizabeth Grant on there Here are few suggestions…
    1) Watch mechanics: Chronoglide Watchmakers. 2) Smart watches: Flossy Carter.
    3) Fitness watches: Desfit.
    4) Affordable watches: Just the Watch.
    5) Ashley Tee. Small channel but her watch sensibilities are great. Hope it gets bigger.
    6) About effing time

    • @IlluminatingWatches
      @IlluminatingWatches  Рік тому

      Niiiiice! Thanks for the other additions and glad I got a couple of your favs

  • @Daud76
    @Daud76 Рік тому +1

    I miss Mister Rangeman. He has taken an extended and possibly permanent leave of absence.

    • @IlluminatingWatches
      @IlluminatingWatches  Рік тому +1

      Yes indeed. He was so kind to shout me out early on and has such innovative video ideas. Been focusing on other priorities I think. These UA-cam videos take a lot of time - especially if you add in proper videos rather than my slideshow mode!

  • @nword6232
    @nword6232 Рік тому +1

    Digital watches for small wrists video when

  • @pato7694
    @pato7694 Рік тому +1

    Red Dead Restoration. That is all.

  • @noobfl
    @noobfl Рік тому +2

    for a good focus on watch history, i like wonders of watchdom. that guy knows his stuff.

    • @IlluminatingWatches
      @IlluminatingWatches  Рік тому +1

      Didn’t know about them! I’ll definitely check them out as I love watch history

  • @Watch4Jay
    @Watch4Jay Рік тому +1

    Fantastic video! I found myself pausing it multiple times and opening new tabs wondering (again) if I should google "blue waffle"... but also checking out quite a few new channels, namely Killing Time w Norman and Pete McConvill. Love your editing and graphics, and the use of HHGTG clips 🤣

    • @IlluminatingWatches
      @IlluminatingWatches  Рік тому +1

      Thanks man! Norman is a cool dude. Pete was previously called not so obvious watch reviews , so you may have seen that. I love to shoehorn in a theme !