I have noticed that GMT watches is mindblow thing for people who doesn't usually have any interest for watches or they just use smart watches. I bought Seiko 5 GMT last summer and I have been very surprised how much it got attention just because of extra hand. I got yesterday new Seiko GMT 383J1 and it started also conversation with my wife who asked "for God's sake why?"
The Ball Trainmaster Moon Phase is a good conversation starter. People recognise it a quality watch, even if they don´t know the brand at all. The reflection of the dial in medium light is wonderful. If people comment on that, I let them partially cover the watch with their hand to see the lume. Everyone loves it.
I really, really appreciate your use of the word unique. You use it correctly. You don't say "really unique" or "very unique". For those who don't know - something is either unique or it is not.
I like watches that are more "out there" as for their designs. I own a Bulova Computron which does attract some attention. The watch that gets most interest though is a Future Funk watch- several watch enthusiasts have ordered one after they saw mine. It's a quartz watch that displays time using rotating drums, much like an old school odometer.
Any piece from Vacheron Constantin Métiers D’Art collection. Not that I would know, absurdly above my pay grade 😅. But they are incredible artistic watches with historical thematics.
I have the Meistersinger in an older model with a (modified) Unitas movement. Simpler dial, which I prefer to the moon/date model you showed. For conversations, I also like my glycine (pure) 24 hour airman. Yes, it's basically a GMT watch with the (regular) hour hand removed, but I like the 24 hour dial and the 24 hour bezel .
Zodiac Sea Wolf. I didn’t think the guy at A. Lange and Sohne store was going to give it back! I also have the purple Seiko Rowing Blazers, love it too.
Oddly enough the two watches I get compliments on are the two cheapest ones in my collection. A Frederique constant classics in rose gold and My Seiko 5 srpd61. Every time I wear either of those watches I get lots of comments and compliments especially the FC.
Funny enough the only watch that ever started a convo for me was my gray/blue AT41. It started with the guy saying "so Aqua Terra, interesting choice" lol And once I had a guy from across a mall yell at me "Green PRX" -- Thanks for that one, btw, Teddy.
For me, the Mühle Glashütte SAR (5:33) to deal with raging waves in stormy seas, and the MeisterSinger Lunascope (9:06) to watch time slowly go by without the sick rush (tick, tick, tick) of the second hand. Nice video, Teddy!
I was in an airport bar a few months back and was waiting in line to get a couple of beers. This guy commented on my watch, which I've never had from a stranger before. I'll be honest it threw me and I assumed he was on the pickup. Luckily the barman started to serve me which saved me from a "hey what are you wearing, is your watch better/more expensive/bigger than mine" conversation.
The retail on the celebration dial is hilarious. Currently Moda has a listing for 40k on the 36mm. And an auction ending tomorrow for a 41mm that is currently at 26k
Love this video Teddy, of all the watches I have (includes a few big name luxury brands that are easily recognisable) it's a little Luch 1 hander that I picked up from ebay for $40 that gets questions. Usually, is your watch broken, it's missing the hour hand!
All the other companys are starting to replicate Invictas styling cues but Invictas fit,finish and movement choice beat them all out for an extremely lower price!
I think MAD 1 Red from MB&F should have made it to this list. Time is displayed as a roulette and the rotating Battle Axe rotor is quite badass. Never seen something like that.
Can confirm about the Bulova Computron. Its by far my most complimented watch and also the only one that triggers conversations, almost every time I wear it.
Now why do you care if someone compliments your watch. And why would you want a watch that’s a conversation starter? Are you that uninteresting that you need to rely on inanimate objects for conversation rather than your own personality?
I love my Computron. It definitely makes a statement; I get compliments on it pretty often. Plus I could afford it. One day, though, I'd like to be in the market for that Reverso or that gorgeous VC. Jacob and Co. stuff is just nuts in the best way. I'm delighted that they exist, but probably won't even ever get to lay eyes on one.
The TAG HEUER V4 is as always sadly overlooked. I guess you really need know and love watches to even know about it since It's from the same period as the Freak that got all the attention. They both were released when I studying to become a WOSTEP certified watchmaker (2001-2004)
I'd say my Xeric Halograph catches the most attention from people. My Ciga Z series is a pretty close second. My Seiko metronome holds people's attention longer when I show them the function
I looked into buying the Rolex "bubble" and couldn't find one at retail. Some on the secondary market for as much as $36K. Priced me right out of the market. Paying $6K for me was already a real stretch. Guess I'll keep wearing my Orient Bambino Small Seconds.
'That watch had electricity in it.' That's an interesting way to describe those pre-quartz electric movements. I'm pretty sure all quartz watches 'have electricity in them' today.
How good are Ball watches? I look at their website and the number of different models that they sell is so huge that I figure they're probably making fewer than 100 of most of them. I'm wondering if they're truly reliable or are disposable--costing more to service than they're worth.
Could someone point me to any articles or videos about the JLC Master SECTOR dial Pretty watch. Can’t find any to buy online. Teddy, do a video on this underrated watch so I can justify buying it
I don’t have a large collection, and most of my watches are actually pretty boring (blue & black dials)! The watch that gets the most comments is my Seiko SARB035. I think that with the light-colored dial, it’s clearly not an Apple Watch, and eyes are drawn to it.
Hey Teddy! Great content! I am interested in the Longines Spirit Zuu Time 39mm but I have a 6 in wrist and worried that the male endlink would possibly make it too long for me. What has been your experience with this on the wrist? Thanks!
Nice list Teddy of crazy watches. Here's a little history thought about the design of the VC with the drivers dial. Illinois Watch Company did a watch with a dial like that for machine gunners during WW1. It was at the very beginning of what we know as wrist watches where it was a pocket watch with welded on lugs and a dial like this. The history of this is in a five volume history of the company if interested.
The Vacheron driver’s watch is stunning. A bit out of my budget though. I do own the Seiko Rowing Blazers in purple and it is noticed and a beautiful watch. I’ve always been drawn to the Rado Diastar as well. While I am an Omega fanboy I do love an oddball watch with different design and/or colors.
I have all three variants of the Bulova Computron. The one shown is called R2D2. The other two, Gold Tone and PVD Black are called; C3PO and Darth Vader. 🤣
I saw Jacob &Co astronomia type watch in the thumbnail. Start from 200,000 to a million dollars. They would be my Grail art watch. The Rolex on the other hand not a conversation piece. Just something different for somebody who wants to be different. There's a micro brand guy who makes art dials and I'm having a brain fart because I can't remember him, which I saw a review of one of his watches few weeks ago. He makes styles that are geopolitical or geosocial And I would call him The Norman Rockwell for watches
Amazing video. The watches for my heart : LONGINES ZULU TIME ( Black and gold ) , JLC Reverso Chronograph tribute, Vacheron Constantin American 1921 (driver) .
My Xeric Triptych Panda always gets the same initial reaction: "What the fuck is going on with your watch?" simply because a wandering hours complication is so uncommon. You should make a video on some of their funky designs
At 11:13 - Hi Teddy, I’d like to spend about $4,000 on a watch, what do you have? Teddy: Do you have a specific Muppet in mind you would like to see once a month? Me: No… Teddy: I have the perfect watch for you! It looks like we killed Kermit, blended his body into a paint for the dial and cut off his head so we could display it once a month. What do you think? Me: I was hoping for a used/vintage Omega. Teddy: You should consider the Kermit Murder Oris.
If you see someone wearing a Ressence Type 3 BBB you know they just have a love for watches and aren't trying to show off, anyone looking at that is going to assume it's either a Tag Heur Connected, or just some off brand smart watch
Timestamp
0:48 Longines Zulu time (announcement)
Main topic
1:58 Seiko 5 Rowing Blazers
2:43 Bulova Computron
3:30 Hamilton Ventura
4:25 Rado Diastar Original
5:30 Mühle Rescue-Timer Lumen
7:58 Ball Marvelight Caring Edition
9:01 Meistersinger Lunacope
10:24 Oris Kermit
11:47 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Celebration
13:27 Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Tribute Chronograph
14:35 Ressence Type 3BB
16:01 Ulysse Nardin Freak X
17:06 Vacheron Constantin Historique American 1921
18:22 Franck Muller Crazy Hours
19:29 MB&F Legacy Machine Perpetual Evo
20:51 Jacob & co Astronomia Sky
You are the true hero of this video. Thank you!
Thank you so much!
Thank you ❤
the Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Tribute Chronograph was labeled "Dr. Jackal"😂
Thank you
Great video as always
….and not forgetting the Apple Watch, which can start a conversation literally if it thinks you said Siri
I get more conversation with my Mental Hospital Bracelet
I have noticed that GMT watches is mindblow thing for people who doesn't usually have any interest for watches or they just use smart watches. I bought Seiko 5 GMT last summer and I have been very surprised how much it got attention just because of extra hand. I got yesterday new Seiko GMT 383J1 and it started also conversation with my wife who asked "for God's sake why?"
I’d add Mr Jones watches. They’re affordable, have really fun designs and are handmade in the UK.
They're just fun -- a bunch of them are impossible to tell what time it is, but who cares!? They're just hilarious and adorable.
I was going to say that, I love both of my mr jones
Start time stamping your vids.
He definitely used to
ok
I hope you didn‘t mean it as rude as it sounded
You time stamp his videos and post it in the comments.
done.
Covid ruined my social skills so I need a $100,000 watch as a conversation opener 💀
Nice to see Ball get some well deserved respect and love.
The Ball Trainmaster Moon Phase is a good conversation starter. People recognise it a quality watch, even if they don´t know the brand at all. The reflection of the dial in medium light is wonderful. If people comment on that, I let them partially cover the watch with their hand to see the lume. Everyone loves it.
Mine is Mr Jones A Perfectly Wasted Afternoon automatic. I always get people ask about it when I'm wearing it.
I really, really appreciate your use of the word unique. You use it correctly. You don't say "really unique" or "very unique". For those who don't know - something is either unique or it is not.
Love the Muhle Glashutte. A tank of a watch that wears smaller than its size indicates and looks super cool in the dark.
I have the Ventura, not my most expensive or personal favorite…but it always gets questions. Love the videos!
I like watches that are more "out there" as for their designs. I own a Bulova Computron which does attract some attention. The watch that gets most interest though is a Future Funk watch- several watch enthusiasts have ordered one after they saw mine. It's a quartz watch that displays time using rotating drums, much like an old school odometer.
just checked out the Future Funk collection, such an interesting watch and cheap as chips too. Going to order one. Thanks for the tip
Ulysse nardin makes some of the most interesting watches in the world. I hope to get a freak someday.
A little surprised the Accutron DNA didn't make list but some gems in this video for sure.
Any piece from Vacheron Constantin Métiers D’Art collection. Not that I would know, absurdly above my pay grade 😅. But they are incredible artistic watches with historical thematics.
I have the Meistersinger in an older model with a (modified) Unitas movement. Simpler dial, which I prefer to the moon/date model you showed. For conversations, I also like my glycine (pure) 24 hour airman. Yes, it's basically a GMT watch with the (regular) hour hand removed, but I like the 24 hour dial and the 24 hour bezel .
Speaking of Ball watches, they have quite a few which spell out the numbers on the dial using tritium tubes. Super cool and unique looking.
Mr. Jones watches and Swatch watches are the real conversation starters
Zodiac Sea Wolf. I didn’t think the guy at A. Lange and Sohne store was going to give it back! I also have the purple Seiko Rowing Blazers, love it too.
Different type of video and well done! The watch that grabbed my attention the most is the Ball with the glow in the dark colors!
Oddly enough the two watches I get compliments on are the two cheapest ones in my collection. A Frederique constant classics in rose gold and My Seiko 5 srpd61. Every time I wear either of those watches I get lots of comments and compliments especially the FC.
Funny enough the only watch that ever started a convo for me was my gray/blue AT41. It started with the guy saying "so Aqua Terra, interesting choice" lol
And once I had a guy from across a mall yell at me "Green PRX" -- Thanks for that one, btw, Teddy.
Why was such a popular model as AT an "interesting choice" according to him?
Casio Data Bank CA53W-1. I've had more people strike up a conversation on this watch than any other I own. Lot of nostalgia for folks.
I’ve got my eye on the Xeric Tryptech, unique wandering hour display for a good price
Zodiac Olympos I think would make this list if they brought back the mystery dial. Never understood why that was a limited reissue.
My GM-2100 Casioak surprisingly falls in this category
Rolex conversation starter : « gimme your watch motherf…r»
For me, the Mühle Glashütte SAR (5:33) to deal with raging waves in stormy seas, and the MeisterSinger Lunascope (9:06) to watch time slowly go by without the sick rush (tick, tick, tick) of the second hand. Nice video, Teddy!
Can you do another, "The BEST Watches for Women," based on price ranges?
I was in an airport bar a few months back and was waiting in line to get a couple of beers. This guy commented on my watch, which I've never had from a stranger before. I'll be honest it threw me and I assumed he was on the pickup. Luckily the barman started to serve me which saved me from a "hey what are you wearing, is your watch better/more expensive/bigger than mine" conversation.
I REALLY want a DateJust Palm Frond dial, partly for this reason
Oh yeah
The retail on the celebration dial is hilarious. Currently Moda has a listing for 40k on the 36mm. And an auction ending tomorrow for a 41mm that is currently at 26k
My Oris Roberto Clemente gets complimented more than anything else. I'm not sure why, since it's not especially colorful or eye-catching.
No Omega Snoopy watch? Mr. Wonderful will be disappointed!
Teddy, how did you forget to mention the Girard Perregaux Kamasutra Watch??? THAT starts a conversation... and lots more! 😉
On occasion my Hewlett Packard HP01 Calculator Watch will spark a conversation.
Teddy should definitely do a video called " 16 Watches to End a Conversation"...
I'd 100% watch that.
It would be nothing but oversized gaudy Invictas.
@@dougdavidson3260 Bolt. Zeus. Magnum.
This list is for me! 🤘🏼 I love odd unique pieces. Video idea is to do a watch collection video with Mr wonderful on watches like this.
While shopping here in the uk I get loads of conversation and interest in my Mido Celebracion. It’s more beautiful in real life 😁
Love this video Teddy, of all the watches I have (includes a few big name luxury brands that are easily recognisable) it's a little Luch 1 hander that I picked up from ebay for $40 that gets questions. Usually, is your watch broken, it's missing the hour hand!
CW Bel Canto!
But, only with watch nerds, I'd guess.
Rolex should have made the colorful bubbles in random positions. Then each piece would have a unique dial
I love the understatement of the astronomical being ‘a bit ostentatious’…😅
THEY’RE A MILLION DOLLARS 😅😅
I don't want to start conversation,but good list for extroverted person.
Invicta make some truly conversation ending pieces.
“Ending” being the operative word.
Interesting the 2 watches that I own are also the cheapest ones I own. The Hamilton PSR in gold and a vintage Seiko Chronos Special from 1962
Love the JLC and Rolex.
All the other companys are starting to replicate Invictas styling cues but Invictas fit,finish and movement choice beat them all out for an extremely lower price!
I think MAD 1 Red from MB&F should have made it to this list. Time is displayed as a roulette and the rotating Battle Axe rotor is quite badass. Never seen something like that.
Can confirm about the Bulova Computron. Its by far my most complimented watch and also the only one that triggers conversations, almost every time I wear it.
Now why do you care if someone compliments your watch. And why would you want a watch that’s a conversation starter? Are you that uninteresting that you need to rely on inanimate objects for conversation rather than your own personality?
Teddy, when you sell (any of) the watches that are featured in a video like this, is the video a review, or an ad?
Accutron spaceview 2020?
Yes, yes. Glad someone mentioned that, thank you!
lol at needing a watch to drive a conversation
Hi Teddy, I like your videos very much, you always bring a sophisticated monologue. But I wonder why not mention Urwerk models?
Probably the omega equinoxe due to it having a reverso style but with one digital face and one analog face.
I love my Computron. It definitely makes a statement; I get compliments on it pretty often. Plus I could afford it. One day, though, I'd like to be in the market for that Reverso or that gorgeous VC. Jacob and Co. stuff is just nuts in the best way. I'm delighted that they exist, but probably won't even ever get to lay eyes on one.
The TAG HEUER V4 is as always sadly overlooked. I guess you really need know and love watches to even know about it since It's from the same period as the Freak that got all the attention.
They both were released when I studying to become a WOSTEP certified watchmaker (2001-2004)
I love JLC but wtf are they doing with their prices???!!!
Love watching your watch ⌚ videos.
I'd say my Xeric Halograph catches the most attention from people. My Ciga Z series is a pretty close second. My Seiko metronome holds people's attention longer when I show them the function
I looked into buying the Rolex "bubble" and couldn't find one at retail. Some on the secondary market for as much as $36K. Priced me right out of the market. Paying $6K for me was already a real stretch. Guess I'll keep wearing my Orient Bambino Small Seconds.
The most compliments is for my Rolex Deepsea 116660. “Did that sub do steroids?!” 😂😂 other then that my Cartier santos Adlc is probably up there too.
'That watch had electricity in it.'
That's an interesting way to describe those pre-quartz electric movements. I'm pretty sure all quartz watches 'have electricity in them' today.
Just one of my 7 Ball watches and yes, it gets comments.
How good are Ball watches? I look at their website and the number of different models that they sell is so huge that I figure they're probably making fewer than 100 of most of them. I'm wondering if they're truly reliable or are disposable--costing more to service than they're worth.
I have a Zelos with the bronze case and white dial that I've picked up a few compliments on.
Could someone point me to any articles or videos about the JLC Master SECTOR dial
Pretty watch. Can’t find any to buy online. Teddy, do a video on this underrated watch so I can justify buying it
I don’t have a large collection, and most of my watches are actually pretty boring (blue & black dials)! The watch that gets the most comments is my Seiko SARB035. I think that with the light-colored dial, it’s clearly not an Apple Watch, and eyes are drawn to it.
I inherited a gold square Bulova day date quartz watch on a black leather strap from my uncle that seems to get a comment every time I wear it.
wow hadn't seen the seiko x rowing blazers one before, I love it in purple omg
Thank you for s fun video 👍
Hey Teddy! Great content! I am interested in the Longines Spirit Zuu Time 39mm but I have a 6 in wrist and worried that the male endlink would possibly make it too long for me. What has been your experience with this on the wrist? Thanks!
On the even more affordable side my Ando Ando Ando A-1 Automatic "Black Donut" almost always gets a complment.
Nice list Teddy of crazy watches. Here's a little history thought about the design of the VC with the drivers dial. Illinois Watch Company did a watch with a dial like that for machine gunners during WW1. It was at the very beginning of what we know as wrist watches where it was a pocket watch with welded on lugs and a dial like this. The history of this is in a five volume history of the company if interested.
My gold colored Casio databank gets more comments than my watches that have two more zeros in their price
"16 objects you can purchase to compensate for your lack of social skills, wits and creativity"
Cheers Teddy (the most watchable dude in the watch community) 👍🙏
Great video!
The Vacheron driver’s watch is stunning. A bit out of my budget though.
I do own the Seiko Rowing Blazers in purple and it is noticed and a beautiful watch.
I’ve always been drawn to the Rado Diastar as well.
While I am an Omega fanboy I do love an oddball watch with different design and/or colors.
I've got the Seiko 5 Rowing Blazer in purple. Will be wearing it tonight. Great watch
Nice! I was so so so tempted to buy one; gorgeous watch.
I have many watches, but the one with the most comments s my Nixon Dork2 Star Wars
What about the Bel Canto? That should have been on the list.
People don’t notice your watch. And don’t care. And yet here we are, fascinated.
I just got to know how can a watch be timeless? Lol
I have all three variants of the Bulova Computron. The one shown is called R2D2. The other two, Gold Tone and PVD Black are called; C3PO and Darth Vader. 🤣
Love that Ressence Type 3BB!
I'm sure I know how to end a conversation with a non watch person by telling them whats on my wrist.
If only it were that easy ...
I saw Jacob &Co astronomia type watch in the thumbnail. Start from 200,000 to a million dollars. They would be my Grail art watch. The Rolex on the other hand not a conversation piece. Just something different for somebody who wants to be different. There's a micro brand guy who makes art dials and I'm having a brain fart because I can't remember him, which I saw a review of one of his watches few weeks ago. He makes styles that are geopolitical or geosocial And I would call him The Norman Rockwell for watches
Just LOVE the VC 1921.
My Islander Bayport gets a lot of attention
Amazing video. The watches for my heart : LONGINES ZULU TIME ( Black and gold ) , JLC Reverso Chronograph tribute, Vacheron Constantin American 1921 (driver) .
My Xeric Triptych Panda always gets the same initial reaction: "What the fuck is going on with your watch?" simply because a wandering hours complication is so uncommon. You should make a video on some of their funky designs
Great list, but I think that you may have missed one...Christopher Ward C1 Bel Canto 🙂
The skx007. The watch that got me into watches - any time I see one I tell the wearer nice watch
Argon Spaceone would also be a good fit within this list ..
A Heuer 1 skeleton watch and my Bremont Norton V4, Darth Vader Franck Muller sometimes.
At 11:13 - Hi Teddy, I’d like to spend about $4,000 on a watch, what do you have?
Teddy:
Do you have a specific Muppet in mind you would like to see once a month?
Me:
No…
Teddy:
I have the perfect watch for you! It looks like we killed Kermit, blended his body into a paint for the dial and cut off his head so we could display it once a month.
What do you think?
Me:
I was hoping for a used/vintage Omega.
Teddy:
You should consider the Kermit Murder Oris.
If you see someone wearing a Ressence Type 3 BBB you know they just have a love for watches and aren't trying to show off, anyone looking at that is going to assume it's either a Tag Heur Connected, or just some off brand smart watch
My conversation pieces include My Bulova Accutron Spaceview from 1971, Rado Diastar and Hamilton Ventura