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A Perfect Chronograph? Why I Fell In Love With The Omega Speedmaster

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The Urban Gentry

The Urban Gentry

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What first made me fall in love with the Omega Speedmaster?
My recent review of the 2021 Speedmaster explained my dwindling obsession with collecting these watches, but today’s video delves into my original honeymoon phase with the Speedy, and why it initially caught my eye.
Join me for a unique look at watchmaking and watch collecting through the lens of intelligent design, men’s style, and fantastic filmmaking, featuring the underrated 2010 thriller The American, Hollywood superstar George Clooney, and a few nods to the forever iconic James Bond.
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@mihalismaroulakis1589
@mihalismaroulakis1589 3 жыл бұрын
I clicked this video to learn about the speedy and now I want to see that movie
@ejames6431
@ejames6431 3 жыл бұрын
Me too!
@yasmanilara7582
@yasmanilara7582 3 жыл бұрын
I already rented it on Prime
@anthonysmith2982
@anthonysmith2982 3 жыл бұрын
Fantastic film.
@anthonysmith2982
@anthonysmith2982 3 жыл бұрын
I consider it to be a 'companion piece' of sorts to John Frankenheimers 'Ronin'. They could very well exist in the same time and place and both tell us a similar story in a similar manner. If you haven't seen either, do yourself a favour, as they say. If you've seen both, this comment will likely make more sense!
@ralphferguson7649
@ralphferguson7649 3 жыл бұрын
It's a good movie.
@francisrobindaine-duchesne6095
@francisrobindaine-duchesne6095 3 жыл бұрын
I watch the Urban Gentry channel since about 4 years now. You taught me a lot about watches and horology. I started my journey with Vostok Amphibia watches, both vintage and new. I bought a Speedmaster last year and wore it everyday for a year. I think of the Speedmaster as this space tool with a rich history. While the brand new Yema Pearldiver (a new model, a new watch) has no history yet and has not been associated with anything. So that, I can feel the giants of the past with the Speedy, like the shadow of James Bond with the Seamaster, but a blank page with the Pearldiver. The Vostok watches remind me of the Soviet Union, the Cold War and the 20th Century. The watches I love to wear live with me, on my daily normal life as well as when I go hiking, camping, swimming. Every mountain I climbed, the Speedy was on, by -20 Celsius on a frozen lake, in the wind on a mountaintop, in the blizzard on the hill I walk on many times a week, year round. The Speedy times the hike, tells the time and always keeps running wherever I venture and explore. To which, the Pearldiver will take on for all water related activities, canoeing a river downstream, or tanning by the lake. Watches are a refinement deeply interconnected with movies, mechanically speaking they are very close to the camera that puts images on film, or the beautiful cars riding sinuous roads. Keep on doing videos like this one TGV.
@theurbangentry
@theurbangentry 3 жыл бұрын
Francis, or should I say FRD? I am deeply, deeply honored by your comment and also thank you for sharing your poetic feedback on your experiences with watches. I always enjoy and appreciate that perhaps the most. You are awesome sir! Onwards and ever upwards. Best regards, TGV
@parker7785
@parker7785 2 жыл бұрын
@@theurbangentry if TGV didn't have a sense of humour he would probably be the most imprortant person in /avec support of the contintnental US------- sadly when dealing with modern retailers some people never completed very much relevant - block edit delete comment as needed --- support black dial watches!!!!!!!!
@SchizoFenikChannel
@SchizoFenikChannel 3 жыл бұрын
You never cease to amaze me with the quality of your intros. The Speedmaster has a truly timeless design and is certainly one of my favourite watches.
@oscarosullivan4513
@oscarosullivan4513 3 жыл бұрын
I agree it was one of the first simple dial Chronographs
@michaelriera6277
@michaelriera6277 3 жыл бұрын
You blend movies, art, culture and watches masterfully. Your channel is truly unique.
@peterkull8354
@peterkull8354 3 жыл бұрын
It is so right what you say about TGV´s work. As a -non- native speaker- I couldn´t have done any better. Thanks Michael.
@juanj.3549
@juanj.3549 3 жыл бұрын
Chronograph watches never been a favorite of mine. This is the brief story of how I got my first one. At the beginning of April, I visited an Omega boutique to see what they had on display, with no thoughts of buying anything, just "'window shopping". As soon as I entered, I asked for the new 2021 Speedmaster (3861). The sales lady told me, " we only have one left, the one with the Sapphire glass." My response was: Ok, let me try it on. After she brought it out and showed it to me, I went into a state of awe. The design, the details of the dial, the looks of the movement on the back, how comfortable it was on my wrist, the iconic status, the heritage and what impressed me the most, the specifications of the time piece. I caved in. After the adrenalin rush worn off, I thought I was going to regret the purchase. Still waiting for that thought. No regrets on my new adquisition.
@fubaralakbar6800
@fubaralakbar6800 3 жыл бұрын
TGV: "I have no intention of whacking people" Hugo: "Oh, pish tosh, my boy, show a little imagination!"
@steffenchristmas1987
@steffenchristmas1987 3 жыл бұрын
Laughed so hard at that comment! Thank you.
@Mans1810
@Mans1810 3 жыл бұрын
The first time I saw a speedmaster, it was on a colleague's wrist and back then I didn't know anything about watches. But I knew the watch my colleague was wearing was a killer watch. I was immediately attracted by the contrast and the busy dial. I remember peeking regularly at his wrist to spot the brand. I was in love and I still am.
@craigkovach8475
@craigkovach8475 3 жыл бұрын
How did I wind up with my fave chrono? The old fashioned way - it stopped me in my tracks as I was walking past a store's display case! This was before on-line buying was even a thing and it's still ticking away nicely. : ) In this age of super-convenient and high information on-line buying (which I do enjoy to be sure), I hope we don't ever completely lose that thrill of love at first in-person site watch encounters.
@theurbangentry
@theurbangentry 3 жыл бұрын
Watch love at first sight, as epic as when it happens with people. Awesome story and comment. Thank you so much for sharing that and I'm sure, as long was we have love in our hearts and eyes take in the wonders of this world, watch love at first sight will continue. Thank you Craig for sharing that. Best regards TGV
@josephperri5801
@josephperri5801 3 жыл бұрын
I became obsessed with the Speedy after watching that movie years ago!!! I had no idea of it’s long history before that time, but man did I go down the rabbit hole after that. Took me awhile to be in a financial position to acquire it, but so worth it… it truly is about the journey. All your videos are amazing, but this one really connected for me. Thank you!
@royyang1745
@royyang1745 3 жыл бұрын
I just love these videos that blend cinema, horological, and cultural history all together. Amazing amazing work TGV!
@craig2100
@craig2100 3 жыл бұрын
I believe the omega speedmaster is somewhat subdued and although busy, has now become part of the back drop of every day norm. That's part of the charm of this piece, it's a chameleon that keeps on changing its presence in various situations. I have yet to own one due to budget, however look forward to the day i can open the box and admire all of its characteristics. Thanks for Sharing!
@mikekane9213
@mikekane9213 3 жыл бұрын
The click when you start the chronograph. The precision. The braclet. The crystal curve. I hope to get one.
@manfredvaegler9661
@manfredvaegler9661 3 жыл бұрын
I don’t know anything about watches but “The American” is a GREAT under-appreciated film and I loved hearing your take.
@artek1974
@artek1974 3 жыл бұрын
Oh my God. It feels like I’ve found a long lost soul mate! The American marks among my all time favourite films. Every now and then I pull out the blueray disc and give it another watch. There is something about the scenery, the Italian landscape and the brooding atmosphere that is very appealing to me. I have also read the book by Martin Booth several times - his writing style is pure class. And of course how can we forget about the speedy. I can’t count the number of times that I’ve paused the movie at that specific moment only so that I can admire Jack’s watch. The same watch that I’m proud to own. Thank you TGV for mentioning this wonderful film.
@stevemitchell7981
@stevemitchell7981 3 жыл бұрын
The Speedmaster has class, it always did and always will. Your videos were always on a higher level.
@parvezf603
@parvezf603 3 жыл бұрын
The Speedmaster is certainly the most iconic chronograph, and IMHO, the most iconic watch of all time. A watch that represents mankind's most inspiring achievement to date. For my personal collection I went with the Speedmaster Apollo 8. It's a somewhat large watch, but thankfully I have large wrists, allowing me to experience one of the most well thought through special editions of the Speedmaster, with it's breathtaking movement and beautiful color scheme.
@chateaubullion2560
@chateaubullion2560 3 жыл бұрын
July 20, 1969 I was a 15 year old kid watching the moon landing on TV. Naturally, I became interested in anything related to Apollo 11. I didn't know anything about Omega Speedmaster back then but when I found out about the watch I wanted one. Fast forward and I'm watching your video wearing my Speedy Pro 1861 hesalite. Whenever I wear this watch I think about that day when I was a 15 year old kid. This is my one and only chronograph in my collection. We all have our own reasons for having a particular watch. Thank you.
@ALL-il1sw
@ALL-il1sw 7 ай бұрын
What I love about this watch is how it transcends socio economic classes. It has a low barrier for entry but will not look out of place on working class or wealthy elite. It's pure class and just works in every environment
@YOutsider
@YOutsider 7 ай бұрын
your vid/films are gold. a young man is preoccupied with gain. a mature man is preoccupied with loss.
@tarasmathers7423
@tarasmathers7423 Жыл бұрын
This video was released on my 40th birthday, and simultaneously ignited my interest in the "Speedmaster." What a fantastic birthday gift. Truly. Onwards, and upwards good gentry. Cheers...
@marcfavero1255
@marcfavero1255 3 жыл бұрын
I adore this movie for the same reason and that’s one of the reason I own now this speedy ! Thank you Tristano to illustrate this in the video ;)
@johnsantilli6776
@johnsantilli6776 3 жыл бұрын
Oh TGV, I feel like you made this video for me. My parents immigrated to the U.S. in the mid-1950's from Introdaqua Italy, just outside of Sulmona, where "The much of "The American" was filmed. Obviously, my family LOVES that movie. My father bought a mechanical Omega with a 611 movement shortly after he came to America and he told me that watch made made him feel like a millionaire. It was the only watch he ever wore, and now I have it. I have been collecting watches for quite sometime but I recently decided sell watches I don't wear and buy a Speedy. So now I have an Aqua Terra, Railmaster, Speedmaster, and Junghans Max Bill. I am going to watch "The American" now an plan my next trip back to Italy to visit my cousins. Have a great day TGV!
@lonewolfemcquade8133
@lonewolfemcquade8133 3 жыл бұрын
Henry Fonda's character in Once upon a time in the west was LEGENDARY. The perfect villain Rip Henry and Peter Fonda 👌 great video
@theurbangentry
@theurbangentry 3 жыл бұрын
YESSSSSSSS. So true. Always happy to hear from a fan of Sergio Leone, thank you. Best regards, TGV
@scottlewis2372
@scottlewis2372 3 жыл бұрын
Whenever that movie comes up, what flashes through my mind is, "The Clooney movie with the Speedy." I should re-watch it. I'm not sure if it spawned my lust for a Speedmaster, but it didn't hurt.
@oscarosullivan4513
@oscarosullivan4513 3 жыл бұрын
Omega: George Clooney’s choice
@timmanion7459
@timmanion7459 3 жыл бұрын
Of all the chronographs out there , the Speedmaster is just so iconic. Solid , no frills tool watch , made to do a job and does it amazingly well. One of my collection that I will never sell . Great video !!!
@rick3670
@rick3670 3 жыл бұрын
As much as I appreciate the Omega review, an interesting review of George Clooney’s The American. Great video!
@jsimons9630
@jsimons9630 3 жыл бұрын
Speedmaster=Nice. Videography and storytelling=Priceless.
@Every_Day_Adventure
@Every_Day_Adventure 3 жыл бұрын
Now I have to go watch the movie. Funny he picks the Ruger Mini-14 as his weapon of choice, it is famously known as an inaccurate rifle and not one to hold tight groupings but hey, you said he spends the whole movie modifying it. As always your take TGV is one that captivates and educates. Love the speedy and hope to have one of my own someday.
@theurbangentry
@theurbangentry 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you David :D I hope your Speedy dream comes true. Best regards, TGV
@Valvey789
@Valvey789 3 жыл бұрын
For that matter the old Speedmaster movements were notoriously inaccurate.
@calypso22
@calypso22 3 жыл бұрын
When I bought my 1969 Speedmaster (straight writing) in Rome back in 1972, I didn't have a watch. I was working as an auditor there and one of my colleagues was about to get married and was selling off some of his possessions to raise some cash. One of these was a the Speedmaster, which he had bought new. I knew next to nothing about watches in 1972 and had never seen a Speedie until then. I just took one look at the watch and the writing on the back, and I knew I had to have it. The price was right and a deal was made. I wore it continuously in those days and had it serviced for the first time in 1982 in Bahrain.. I have been living in Switzerland since 1987 and have had the watch serviced by Omega twice so far. Very attached to it and I still wear it regularly. It's grown old with me.
@pacovl46
@pacovl46 3 жыл бұрын
Sorry, had to finish watching a Chandler’s Wildlife video, so I’m not first today! 🤪 I love the Speedmaster. It’s a beautiful chronograph that’s not too busy like many other chronographs are. Pure class, one day I’m gonna own one!
@CulansDog
@CulansDog 3 жыл бұрын
Anyone who grew up in Europe in the 70's, 80's who loves Formula One and other motor racing will know why I am a Tag Heuer fan. That Classic icon on TV showing the lap times of the drivers, the split second markers and qualifying times. Tag Heuer was inseparable from F1. One of the reasons I got into watches was the desire to someday own a genuine Tag Heuer Monaco or Monza. Monza has always been my favorite, the old track, the banked curves, the 60’s movie Grand Prix, and races from the 50's through to modern F1 races. The best racing cars ever built screaming through the Variante Ascari and flying around the Parabolica at 200 mph. I like watches that have a great history behind them, and its usually history of things that I'm particularly interested in. I like the original 1976 Monza Calibre 15 (Lauda Ferrari tribute), but also like the later releases. The Calibre 36 and then the rereleases in 2000 are beautiful. But in 2016 when Tag Heuer released the most recent (and final?) version of the Monza I knew it would not be long until it was in my collection. Today it is my favorite watch within a modest collection.
@ricardosotosan2279
@ricardosotosan2279 3 жыл бұрын
Every time I watch a video from the Urban Gentry, I have a desire to become a more successful, sophisticated man. But to answer your question, I fell in love with the Omega Constellation, which you so wonderfully did a video on. While the Speedmaster connects you to the moon and is a symbol of precision and human perseverance, the Omega Constellation to me represents the beauty and mysticism of the stars in the universe.
@theurbangentry
@theurbangentry 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Ricardo, I am deeply honored by your words. As for your Connie, I'm so glad, I really think the modern ones a so underrated, it pleases me to hear someone in our Gentry community appreciates it. "Beauty and mysticism of the stars", well said, I love it. Best regards, TGV
@xxxlutzify
@xxxlutzify 3 жыл бұрын
Just bought the new speedy as my first luxury watch. Your channel got me into watches. Love the video! Cheers
@jasoncraft1165
@jasoncraft1165 3 жыл бұрын
Having served as a Soldier for over 30 years a watch becomes an essential and foundational piece of equipment for any military operation/activity. Almost immediately after joining the US Army I became fascinated by watches in general, particularly their uses in the field and on deployments. The more I studied and expanded my interest the more I was drawn to Omegas and the Speedmaster in general. Its simple elegance, quality, and historical significance is impossible to ignore. Tragically, no one joins the military to get rich so it was always a distant dream but I finally purchased one this year and I'm simply overwhelmed by how it makes me feel and the sense of satisfaction of owning something of such sheer elegance.
@peterkull8354
@peterkull8354 3 жыл бұрын
Gosh, that´s devotion to our passion !
@rf4790
@rf4790 3 жыл бұрын
I'm a huge fan of The American. What an underrated movie. The way you describe it is perfect, and not many people understand the 'flavour' of this film. What a classic for me. Oh, and love the watch too!
@hannahbanana1986
@hannahbanana1986 3 жыл бұрын
I purchased the latest model the day it arrived in Australia, it's actually the first watch over $20 I've ever owned (my other being a well-worn 20 year old Timex from Target)... So a big jump. But I'd spent all of lockdown 2020 just poring over watches, knowing I wanted to start collecting. Even with a relatively small female wrist, this watch is a dream and I smile every time I look at it... it has been my daily wear since January, it's extremely comfortable. For me it was just the look of it initially, the styling is very much my taste... but I now love my little ritual of winding it up over my first morning coffee and just watching the movement through the case back.
@heikowallauer
@heikowallauer 3 жыл бұрын
Good evening TGV! The Speedy ist such iconic wristwatch, even if we let aside the whole moonwatch thing. To be honest, I hoped that maybe the Speedmaster would make it in No Time To Die, when I first saw images of Daniel Craig's outfits. In my opinion the Speedmaster on a Nato would have been a perfect fit. Have a great evening.
@theurbangentry
@theurbangentry 3 жыл бұрын
Me too!!! I was hoping for that too, Bond with a Speedy, now that is pure class. Great minds obviously;-) Have a great evening too, thank you Heiko. Best regards, TGV
@KevinHuangPhasorQuantaG
@KevinHuangPhasorQuantaG 3 жыл бұрын
I did spot a Speedy on the wrist of the henchman Stamper in Tomorrow Never Dies!
@stevemclean4862
@stevemclean4862 3 жыл бұрын
I just bought the No time to Die watch and trust me they made the right choice Stunning piece to go with my Moon watch, Apollo 8, Moonphase( In blue) and racing speedys, OMEGA all the way
@zman8340
@zman8340 3 жыл бұрын
Not enough water resistance for bond , or me .
@heikowallauer
@heikowallauer 3 жыл бұрын
@@zman8340 John Wick can do it with the Bucherer Manero Autodate with 3atm water resistance. 😂😂😂Just kidding, of course the Seamaster makes perfect sense for a former commander in the Royal Navy and MI6 agent, but as far as I get it in beginning of No Time To Die Bond is retired, so I was hoping for a little twist regarding his choice of wristwatch.😉 Like when we had the Aqua Terra on screen.
@BHNEOH
@BHNEOH 3 жыл бұрын
The speedy's design was the one thing that attracted me the first time I saw it, during my younger days when I could only afford casio. The moon mission is a great story to get non watch people to take note of it and get interested themselves.
@hectthorno584
@hectthorno584 3 жыл бұрын
So true. I didn't realize how this watch is beautiful until I saw a friend wearing one. There's really something very special with this watch. I own one since a few days. I never felt this feeling towards a watch. What moves me is less the Appolo XI story, true but highly fed by marketing, than the highly decisive part the Speedy played in Appolo XIII "success". It's not only a beautiful watch, it's a part of what human history has best accomplished.
@chubbymonkey6604
@chubbymonkey6604 3 жыл бұрын
I always get excited to see a gentry vid freshly posted!
@everydaypatriot1083
@everydaypatriot1083 3 жыл бұрын
If my ship comes in, the Speedmaster will closely follow a Submariner on my wrist.
@theurbangentry
@theurbangentry 3 жыл бұрын
With those 2, what more could a man really need?!?? Thank you EP, I hope you are well. Best regards, TGV
@admiralcraddock464
@admiralcraddock464 3 жыл бұрын
I'm fortunate to have both. You won't be disappointed with either.
@steffenwestbye
@steffenwestbye 3 жыл бұрын
@@theurbangentry A datejust 36mm :)
@monstrok
@monstrok 3 жыл бұрын
In an almost unbelievable coincidence, the first mention of the "Speedy" in this episode occurred at the exact moment I was reading about the Douglas A-26 and it's use of "Speedee" bombs that could skip on the water like Barnes Wallace's creations. You said Speedy and I read the word Speedee at the same time. Crazy! (ref:WarbirdTECH Volume 22 p.85)
@KhairudinJalaludin
@KhairudinJalaludin 3 жыл бұрын
What makes me colkect the Speedmaster? Growing up with Space as the Final Frontier, where no one has gone before, the Apollo missions inspired me for most of my time growing up. I respected the engineers and strategic planners who made contingency plans in case of system failures and disasters. The intentional choice for a mechanical winding watch was to me a forward thinking decision. With the unknown in front of them, from power failures to EMP bursts, the decision to have a tool that overcomes those issues was, to me, very admirable. Even for the coming Mars mission, a battery powered watch would not be advisable (carry spare batteries just in case? Do a battery maintenance in zero gravity?) To me Apollo 11 & 13 was the defining moment for my love for the Speedmaster. Not the moonwalk, but the fact Neil’s Speedy was used as the replacement timer for the mission, defining Speedmaster as the reliable backup & lifesaving tool for space travel.
@henrycolestage4249
@henrycolestage4249 3 жыл бұрын
Watches and gunsmithing have loads in common. As a long-range shooter myself, I enjoy the craft of making a rifle accurate. Townsend Whelen, a retired US Army Colonel, and renowned American gun writer famously said, "Only accurate rifles are interesting". I think the same can be said about watches. I don't care for bling, but an extremely accurate watch is always interesting. The only chronograph I own is a Timex 43mm Intelligent Quartz Fly-Back Chronograph. I use it as a field watch on hunting safaris in Africa. Tough, accurate, no shiny surfaces, and if you lose it, not a huge loss.
@Knightswhosaynee
@Knightswhosaynee 3 жыл бұрын
Nice to see your still making these videos. I know times are tough lately, but, l am sure you cheer a lot of people up. All the best to you thanks.
@mystic48209
@mystic48209 3 жыл бұрын
The speedy intrigues me: Aerospace tool watch. Its beautiful as it is functional and precise .
@BrittPearceWatches
@BrittPearceWatches 3 жыл бұрын
GAH! Love Clooney and his Omegas! There is definitely something special about the speedy!
@LionSharpAction
@LionSharpAction 3 жыл бұрын
Always loved the Speedmaster because my father was wearing one, unfortunately he passed it down to my brother that had no watch interest. I am planning on getting this one or the 38mm co axial soon I hope. Oh and I have a Fiat Stylo, super reliable, 15 years old car and still running like the first day.
@emperoroftheknownuniverse3475
@emperoroftheknownuniverse3475 3 жыл бұрын
In all honesty, it was your videos on the Speedmaster that opened my eyes to it and got me interested...I was never really in to it, but after learning about it's legacy, especially it being the astronauts timepiece of choice, put it on my list of watches to own...
@danewithers9628
@danewithers9628 3 жыл бұрын
Can't wait for the day that i can add a speedmaster to my collection... Been a dream for a long time
@wasteddude
@wasteddude 3 жыл бұрын
The Intro blew me away. Always raising the bar.
@botezsorinconstantin
@botezsorinconstantin 3 жыл бұрын
I watch many channels about watches, but when you publish I am the happiest! and yes, I always like it before the video starts. I know for sure I will like it! thank you. coffee is better now, watching your video 🙏
@JacobCohen1704
@JacobCohen1704 3 жыл бұрын
I happily owned several Speedmasters in the past, but my favourite chronograph in the Breitling Cosmonaute ref. 12023. As I tell my friends, “with this watch I can time anything I want and still not understand what time of day it is”. 🙂
@dejjag
@dejjag 3 жыл бұрын
Ever since I started to care about watches as a young-ish lad, the Speedmaster has been one of my "must have watches". Can't really say how I got my eyes on it from the start, but the speedy was always in the back of my mind. So when I got the promotion at work that I've been working my ass for I've took the plunge and got the First Omega in space version of the Speedmaster. I've owned a lot of watches during the years, but no watch has came close to giving me the same feeling as the watch I've always wanted, the Omega Speedmaster!
@f.xavier45
@f.xavier45 3 жыл бұрын
I love my Omegas not because they are fashionable or because they are "cheaper" than Rolexes, not even because of their storied past, but because my grandfather wore Omegas more than eighty years ago (which I inherited). The Speedmaster is a watch that I reckon combines actual usefulness and coolness no doubt, but also because is understated, and for me, it speaks of my own past. I´ve seen that Omega seahorse since I was a kid, long before I knew anything about watches.
@matteor5221
@matteor5221 3 жыл бұрын
I am ashamed, I live in Abruzzo and I've never seen the movie! I'll watch it tonight, grazie Tristano!
@SgtHooch
@SgtHooch 3 жыл бұрын
I loved "The American" and would pause the DVD player during the wrist shots of the Speedmaster. It was then that I set a goal to own one. It took a very long time and given the cost, always a reason NOT to buy one. In the end, I bought an 1861 Speedy last year. It only took 10 years. Sheesh. I must say that I absolutely love it. It cost more than my very small collection many, many times over. After six months on wrist, I can confidently say if I could only have one watch, the Speedy would be it. Bravo TGV, on bringing together a very fine film and a brilliant watch.
@watchbrocephus
@watchbrocephus 3 жыл бұрын
Hi T, Firstly, great show! I think that I'll have to re-watch "The American". I do not own a Speedmaster. I do own a Marloe Chronoscope Lomond. What attracted me to that watch, was firstly the design and the name Lomond, named after Loch Lomond in Scotland. It just so happens that my Mum and Dad had their Honeymoon there, and eventually where I laid my Mothers ashes to rest within the Loch. So this Chronograph watch means a whole lot more to me, than simply being a timepiece, and has since been submerged in the waters of Loch Lomond, in the actual area that her ashes were scattered. Every time I wear it, I have part of my Mum with me. Be well friend. Kind Regards Stuart
@theurbangentry
@theurbangentry 3 жыл бұрын
Stuart! Thank you my friend. Very cool connection to a watch and the name/meaning. I hope you and your family are well. T.
@JLUnit416
@JLUnit416 2 жыл бұрын
I took a day off of work after suffering a mild back injury the night prior. In that time, I spent most of the day being sucked into the rabbit hole which is the Speedmaster (and even the Moonswatch). I find myself talking myself into and out of considering different variations and having circular arguments for each of the ones that have slightly piqued my interest. While I haven't made a decision yet, videos like this will likely submerge me deeper into this budding obsession. Ciao, TGV.
@andersonbowes7065
@andersonbowes7065 3 жыл бұрын
Man, this (yours) video could win an Oscar. Well done, TGV.
@aristideau5072
@aristideau5072 9 ай бұрын
saw one in a jewellers window as a 7yo in 1970 surrounded by all this moon based advertising. was priced at $AU550 (a months salary) and it just looked amazing and i promised myself that I would have when I grow older.
@Fatboylo1980
@Fatboylo1980 8 ай бұрын
I’m on a mission to buy one watch from each of the top watch manufacturers. The speedster is on my list for an omega. Love this watch
@bern1e74
@bern1e74 3 жыл бұрын
I absolutely love mine. The way any strap you put on it at any given time is the correct one is just wonderful.
@Soft_as_chalk
@Soft_as_chalk 3 жыл бұрын
Loved that retrofuturistic intro
@jaap8232
@jaap8232 3 жыл бұрын
cinema, horology, opera...doesn’t get much better than this.
@theurbangentry
@theurbangentry 3 жыл бұрын
🙌🙌🙏🙏 Add good food to that list and it's all my favorite things!!! Thank you, I am so glad you appreciate these things too. Best regards, TGV
@MrFlameEmblem
@MrFlameEmblem 3 жыл бұрын
What a nice video essay, TGV! Been great to see your skill improve and medium change over the years.
@theurbangentry
@theurbangentry 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Ian :D Best regards, TGV
@tods.9947
@tods.9947 3 жыл бұрын
I was playing with amateur sports car racing in the 1980s and got to share some of the space near the big guys like Newman-Haas. The racing chronos were everywhere and I fell in love with all of them. Being an aerospace guy now, the Speedy is a natural attraction.
@UnseenHero
@UnseenHero 3 жыл бұрын
I decided to make the Speedmaster my first luxury purchase for a few reasons. I believe it is one of my favorite watch designs, much like the Rolex Submariner and Explorer I find the looks transcend time. Before these were sport watches, however nowadays it would not be out of place to wear these watches in a formal setting. I like the ability to dress it up or down depending on the situation. The history of going on to the moon, despite not being the driving reason for purchasing this watch, is definitely interesting especially when talking to people who aren't into watches. I find the Speedmaster can be passed down once I pass on and whoever receives it will be happy to wear it. There are many reasons I love the Speedmaster despite all its cons. As they say "it just hits different"
@JustAboutTime
@JustAboutTime 3 жыл бұрын
I developed a liking for the Speedy X33 when I was looking to purchase my first ever Seamaster (Bond watch 2531.80) .. and at the time I was JUST beginning to get to know Omega as a brand at the age of 22. At the time I was drooling through the Omega catalogue that the AD at Goldsmiths Jewelers (in Weston-Super-Mare, UK High street) had given me. And I saw the X33 and was like 😍! But at nearly 2 times the cost of the Seamaster Bond .. I was already way over my head with trying to buy a one thousand pound watch .. something I could barely afford. So the X33 was always just a dream. I loved its futuristic look .. with the round LCD display and proclamation of a watch made for NASA missions to Mars. I did eventually get one just recently .. a first gen .. just the head only .. no box, papers or anything. But at $1650 CAD I was willing to part with that to get my first speedy. And whilst I want a moon watch .. that will sadly have to wait until some kindly benefactor decides to bestow one on me .. not something I’m going to afford new any time soon.
@andrewd7586
@andrewd7586 3 жыл бұрын
My reason for buying my Speedy was being a child of the 60’s, the moon landing. I have to say The American is a bloody brilliant movie! I only watched it about 4-5 weeks ago. 😎👍🏼
@jacobelx5841
@jacobelx5841 3 жыл бұрын
My first luxury watch was a Navitimer. It was years before I became a watch enthusiast. I had practically no knowledge of watches back then and I just kept glaring at it on the store display thinking “one day...” It was a pure love at first sight. It’s so flawless to this day it’s almost becoming boring... NOT! Compared to that, I feel like I fell in love with Speedmaster after being exposed to all the KZfaq videos and Internet articles. I am now close to being obsessed with my Speedy. I can’t really tell why. It may be subtle lack of something here and there..? What if I had no knowledge of it being on the moon? Only time will tell if it was truly an “acquired taste”. Looking forward to find out when the honeymoon period is over :)
@m.l.679
@m.l.679 3 жыл бұрын
This is a great video because you took the time to reflect on yourself. I'm tired of consuming the present like every moment is disposable. For me, this channel encapsulate this concept. It's not simply why in 30 secondes, but the journey behind the best answer at the moment. Thank you for sharing your experience, there's not many channel like this on KZfaq.
@jacobbeaupre3940
@jacobbeaupre3940 3 жыл бұрын
Finally got a nato for my 5600D, absolutely love it. Keep up the great work TGV!!
@birdseyehometours8933
@birdseyehometours8933 3 жыл бұрын
Please never stop making content. Absolutely incredible insight
@thepassionofthegoose5472
@thepassionofthegoose5472 3 жыл бұрын
The Gentry once again gives us television quality programing mixed with scholarly levels of information. Thank you.
@bernardocourrege6283
@bernardocourrege6283 3 жыл бұрын
I love it since I was a kid. Did you know Mark Knopfler is a big Speedmaster fan? How cool is that?!
@e3dave744
@e3dave744 3 жыл бұрын
So cool , I love my speedy even more now.
@bernardocourrege6283
@bernardocourrege6283 3 жыл бұрын
@@e3dave744 I grew up listening to Dire Straits, so that makes it even cooler!
@e3dave744
@e3dave744 3 жыл бұрын
@@bernardocourrege6283 Dire straights are awesome my friend
@bernardocourrege6283
@bernardocourrege6283 3 жыл бұрын
@@e3dave744 Yes! 🙌🏻
@notDonaldFagen
@notDonaldFagen 3 жыл бұрын
Oh yeah? Didn't know that. Big DS and MK fan! In the vid when he talked about Once Upon A Time In The West, the song immediately started playing In my head.
@bobnyc8822
@bobnyc8822 3 жыл бұрын
I just watched your video on the new Speedmaster. This watch made such an impression on me that I contacted Moyer and as of an hour ago I purchased one. Derek from Moyer could not have been more knowledgeable and more helpful. All in all a great experience with Moyer. This is only the second luxury watch I have ever owned. 👍👍. Your channel is great. Thanks for the knowledge. Bob
@rainappleby
@rainappleby 3 жыл бұрын
Speedy is a good "One Watch Collection". There should be a Marc-TGV top 10 best "One Watch Collection" for people who are not interested in collecting watches.
@sellsidedream8766
@sellsidedream8766 3 жыл бұрын
Probably the best review of a fiat ever
@dees9502
@dees9502 3 жыл бұрын
Bought my Speedmaster 42MM “Big Box” today. Hesalite crystal and closed back to keep it real. Joins my circa 97’ Submariner, Aqua Terra 300, Titanium Planet Ocean Pro 600 and NTTD Seamaster 300 with NATO strap. This Vid pushed me into Mayor’s jewels today ✌️
@karamelahi2808
@karamelahi2808 3 жыл бұрын
Love the Speedy line but never was attracted to the black dial. Now the ‘57 Speedmaster blue dial I have is another story. Love that piece.
@MinefighterLP
@MinefighterLP 3 жыл бұрын
The Speedmaster‘s second hand just… made me fall in love with it. It just has that kinda something to it. I don’t know if i make sense, but it just plays with my heart in a good way. And also because i am a space and history enthusiast, i really would love to own it. Great as always, TGV!
@nummer333
@nummer333 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks again TGV! The Speedmaster really got me hooked back when i was in High School. It kinda sparked my watch enthusiasm flame :-) I can so relate to this video and the new incarnation is just so sweet... best regards
@zanewilmans
@zanewilmans 3 жыл бұрын
put my speedy on a strapcode angus jubilee with ratchet and engraved the clasp. its...perfect. I lobe the crisp white indices against the black backdrop and the distortion of the crystal. Love the fact it is my only manual wind and it is very satisfying to wind up. And for those of you wondering about water resistance...I have swam with it many times, shower with it and it is just perfectly fine.
@stevepapa
@stevepapa 3 жыл бұрын
The Seamaster is the watch I fell in love with mostly due to Goldeneye 64. I wish mine could blow up Remote Mines though.... Great video!
@hellper198
@hellper198 3 жыл бұрын
I was smitten during a visit to the NASA Space Museum as a child & saw a Space Suit on display wearing a two Omega Speedmaster's on a hook & loop strap "Castro Style". The Omega Speedmaster part of my "Three Watch Collection" Diver = Rolex Submariner Chronograph = Omega Speedmaster Dress = Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso *There's a Tough Solar Casio G-Shock mixed in there for good measure, because everyone should own one it's a fantastic get up an go wrist watch.
@Ishabu7
@Ishabu7 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you TGV for another intriguing video! Very interesting perspective! Stay Healthy and Well! Nick 👍🏻😃⏱⌚️🌊
@theurbangentry
@theurbangentry 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Nicholas, always appreciated. Stay well too! Best regards, TGV
@merkury06
@merkury06 3 жыл бұрын
TGV I have to say this is one of your best if not The Best videos ever, As for the Speedmaster, for me it was the iconic photo of Buzz Aldrin on Apollo 11 that did it for me. It is the epitome of cool and function, technology and aesthetics. The more I see and learn about the Speedmaster the better it gets.
@KevinHuangPhasorQuantaG
@KevinHuangPhasorQuantaG 3 жыл бұрын
I’m so glad and pleasantly surprised you talked about The American because I purchased the film specifically to see the Speedy on the big screen after I bought the watch for my birthday. I loved the movie’s slow pacing and pensive tone as it’s a very refreshing change from the action-packed, dopamine overload of modern Hollywood cinema.
@alexm2113
@alexm2113 3 жыл бұрын
I have yet to own a Speedmaster but I'm getting very close. I fell in love with it years ago once I learned of it's history, heritage, and connection with NASA, but also due to its looks too. I find it to be such a beautiful design, understated but so functional and above all, iconic.
@charlymagne
@charlymagne 2 жыл бұрын
I love watching your content! Have been for a long time. I have a general rule of buying watches. The moment I see it, it has to make me smile. Particularly the first time I see it. When I first saw the speedy in person it did just that. However it was the crystal one that for some unexplained reason made me smile. I wanted to buy the hesalite to be part of the pure club, but couldn’t pull the trigger. So I waited. It just didn’t make me smile the same way. I spent a couple of years thinking about the moon watch, and then finally I went to see it again in person and the crystal version made me smile again. So I bought it. The more I wear it, the more I like it. It’s hard to understand why. But the watch has a personality. It grows on you as you share special or even mundane moments together. It’s as if it has a heartbeat, and every time you power it, you give it life.
@66jingle
@66jingle 3 жыл бұрын
Great stuff! An excellent essay and critique of the film, which I'll be watching asap. Love your channel boyo (I'm Welsh!)
@VrbasJimmyPage
@VrbasJimmyPage 3 жыл бұрын
Is it weird to feel proud that I already watched this "hidden gem" 3 or 4 times probably? And adored the speedy of course. Your description is absolutely spot on.
@GRJLS.
@GRJLS. 3 жыл бұрын
I love this watch, I keep saying that this will be my first luxury watch. Thanks for the video TGV, btw this is my fave channel 👌🏽
@boombringer4078
@boombringer4078 3 жыл бұрын
fantastic video tgv!! great finding out what ignited your passion for the beloved "speedy" I love that dan henry as well!! its like all the best parts of a daytona, speedmaster and even a hint of the nina rindt universal geneve.
@danielday7033
@danielday7033 9 күн бұрын
TGV. I'm glad to see you came back around to the Speedy. I had a suspicious feeling you would.
@MichaelWilde.pushbikegraddad
@MichaelWilde.pushbikegraddad 3 жыл бұрын
As always your editing, narration, B roll et al is very much on point, once again thank you for bringing what you bring well to the watch enthusiast table.
@sanderbass
@sanderbass 3 жыл бұрын
I almost forgot how much I love that movie. Thanks for reminding me, will watch it again tonight!
@Klaatu-ij9uz
@Klaatu-ij9uz 3 жыл бұрын
The Omega Speedmaster is the definition of an "Adventurous / Historical" wrist timepiece. Its demands respect, possesses precision, style, classy austerity, utility, accuracy and ruggedness. And not to mention.....it was chosen to travel to the moon. :-)
@galaga8834
@galaga8834 3 жыл бұрын
Another fantastic production. I love especially how you have shown the 3861 and the 1861 together and subtly shown respect to the outgoing version, which is my beloved Speedmaster.
@ryanhebda2542
@ryanhebda2542 3 жыл бұрын
This video takes me back the original gentry content. Talking up a watch and how it fits into a good movie, with some art and opera thrown in. Great stuff TGV.
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