Building the Perfect Watch Collection for $4,000 - Over 25 Watches Mentioned & 8 Paths to Take

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In this video, we continue our series looking at building watch collections at different budgets. We currently have looked at collections at $1,000, $2,000, and $3,000 so it only makes sense to jump up to the next tier of $4,000. Check out the links below of the previous watches of this series.
Videos Mentioned:
Building a 1,000 Watch Collection: • Building The Perfect $...
Building a 2,000 Watch Collection: • Building the Perfect $...
Building a 3,000 Watch Collection: • Building the Perfect $...
Orient Defender II Review: • New & Improved: Orient...
Tudor Black Bay 58 Review: • NEW Tudor Black Bay 58...
How the Spring Drive Works: • Why The Grand Seiko Sp...
Microbrand Blog: www.teddybaldassarre.com/blog...
Mondaine Stop2Go Review: • The Mondaine Stop2go B...
MeisterSinger Metris Review: • An Unconventional Spor...
Mido Ocean Star Tribute Review: • Traveling to Spain & R...
Other Places to Check Out:
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Second Review Channel: / @teddybaldassarrereviews
My List Videos Playlist where I look at great watches at a variety of different price ranges: • Teddy's List Videos
Top Articles On TeddyBaldassarre.com:
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10 Affordable Watch Brands And Their Best Watches: teddybaldassarre.com/blogs/wa...
Best Watches Under $5,000 Complete Guide: teddybaldassarre.com/blogs/wa...

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@OO-im6eo 3 жыл бұрын

Got a hamilton khaki auto. Being in the military, I've worn this watch out in the field, at the shooting range, and on the weekends with a t-shirt, jeans and boots. I love this watch.

@michaelsaia54 3 жыл бұрын

I too am in the military, but favor the skx007 on an olive NATO for my field watch. Gets a lot of nods, both compliments and negatives from some salty Sergeants who think it is too “shiny”. Jealousy I say!

@OO-im6eo 3 жыл бұрын

@@michaelsaia54 yeah I threw a leather nato strap on mine. SKX007 is a great watch. Just keep it under the cuff and you'll be fine.

@dparis2172 3 жыл бұрын

@@michaelsaia54 But your Sargeants are right, aren't they?

@michaelsaia54 3 жыл бұрын

@@dparis2172 negative, the order says green khaki or black or anything inconspicuous. The steel case is the same gloss as dog tags which people commonly wear on the outside of their boots. Also, Vietnam GI’s wore dive watches all the time in enemy territory. That’s what I tell them and they have nothing left to say and I carry on with my watch still on

@rickjason215 3 жыл бұрын

The Oris in house movement, 5 day power reserve, 10 year warranty.

@hambone988ubet 3 жыл бұрын

Teddy, never apologize for the length of an excellent video. I believe most everyone appreciates the work that has to go into these type of videos. Keep up the good work!

@EdwinLopez-hf3uw 3 жыл бұрын

Persona 9: the quarantine collector who gets all dressed with nowhere to go so he buys watches that Teddy shows and tries them on and models them at home then sells them on ebay for a loss.

@drzaius844 3 жыл бұрын

Relatable

@oscarvalenzuelab 3 жыл бұрын

Ia this the same as pandemic collector?

@watchesandcaps2566 3 жыл бұрын

That hit home.

@leeaa01 3 жыл бұрын

You've been selling them online? Teach me your ways!

@seanmaxwell3319 3 жыл бұрын

Seems too specific...

@MrSTorac 2 жыл бұрын

All Persona : Check off boxes 3:10 One Watch Collection 9:11 The Hipster 11:28 Diver Fanatic 14:23 Perfect Duo 17:20 Formal Collector 19:25 Conversation starter 22:32 Three watch collection 27:01 Love your vids Teddy !

@silverwolfgecko7064 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, was looking for this

@dani2229 3 жыл бұрын

honestly, Teddy, this is some of THE most relatable watch content for young professionals: $1000 well-made watches with history and great movements. not cheap microbrands, but no omegas/zeniths either. there is a LOT in the $800-1800 range especially with gray market and you are really hitting all the best watches that most of us can afford, at least a couple of. GREAT vid Teddy, thank you!!

@OneLordeAnimeClips Жыл бұрын

Even 2 years later, I can firmly say I completely agree with this comment. Lots of prices have inflated over the past couple of years, but these videos remain a great resource.

@L2HfT 3 жыл бұрын

Had 1500 EUR and wanted to have the best value collection for any occasion. Went for: Seiko SARB 033 Seiko SARB 017 Hamilton Khaki King H64455533 Tissot Heritage Visodate Automatic T019.430.16.031.01 One watch collection would be: Omega Aqua Terra 150M

@JustinKenderes 3 жыл бұрын

My suggestion for the dress watch persona in the $3000-$4000 range: 1. Oris Pointer Date (bronze w/ green dial is my personal fav) - dressy enough for a suit but also works as an every day watch, looks beautiful and adds a splash of color to the collection. 2. Max Bill (white dial w/ black leather strap) - light-colored option that looks so clean and the white dial with dark strap makes a nice contrast. 3. Tissot Gentleman Powermatic 80 (black or blue dial on bracelet) - bracelet and dark-dial option with an 80 hour power reserve at a great price, I personally think bracelets look best with a darker dial and this watch offers great value for the money.

@boris7540 3 жыл бұрын

Dress watch - Longines DolceVita Everyday piece: Sinn 104 (alternatively Oris Aquis, NOMOS Club Neomatik Atlantik, Seiko SPB147) Beater: G-SHOCK GST-W300

@michaelfierman3256 3 жыл бұрын

I love the long ones. so many cool choices. Thanks for actually putting in so much work for us

@TheVic256 3 жыл бұрын

The Conquest 39mm is SO underappreciated! Pictures doesn't do it justice at all, it's stunning in real life, such great specs and beautiful to look at, it's my favorite watch (blue dial) to wear daily and feel most comfortable with, among much more expensive pieces in my collection!

@aliaddas582 3 жыл бұрын

Heres the perfect watch collection: Extreme Beater: G-Shock 5600 dw Beater: Zelos swordfish 40mm Dailies: Maurice lacroix aikon in black Sinn556 iB Longines hydroconquest in green Nomos club A little over the 4000 budget but worth it And after all that a GS as a grail

@adibee88 3 жыл бұрын

I always look forward to and enjoy your watch roundouts!😉👍 Even though I am a dive watch fanatic, I love to watch your episodes because I learn about different brands, I get to see eccentric design pieces I would normally not look for, and I enjoy seeing what you put into each persona collection! Thank you for continually putting out fantastic content! 😉👍

@10star80 2 жыл бұрын

Teddy, you videos offer so much value to the watch enthusiast community! Thanks for all you do…it is very much appreciated!

@ashleyslingers2814 3 жыл бұрын

This was one of the more unique videos amongst the watch you tubers lately. Great effort on this video Ted.

@lcm6091 3 жыл бұрын

You sure did a lot of work putting this together. Didn’t realize there are so many watches under 40 mm. Great job

@enriqueparedespinel1694 3 жыл бұрын

I was really waiting for this series, all great choice of set ups. Very good.

@jonathans2281 3 жыл бұрын

So happy to see love for the Tudor 1926! Have the same, Opaline and Blue in 36mm. Beautiful dial, indices, and the best bracelet I've seen.

@rexmabunga 3 жыл бұрын

This is the best. I created a new playlist because of this review. Thanks Teddy 🧸

@fiftyeightwatches2635 3 жыл бұрын

Great explained. Love the consistent content you`re posting!

@Z-Man1973 3 жыл бұрын

Really enjoyed this video Teddy. Please keep doing these. I learn about brands I had never heard of before, and I'd rather learn about them from reputable and knowledgeable sources.

@traceurarts 3 жыл бұрын

just finished watching the $1000 budget and now this. My heart

@kingadjust5422 3 жыл бұрын

best watch collection for $4,000- 1 grand seiko snowflake

@adaptivekalman 3 жыл бұрын

It's an amazing watch,the spring drive,dial and finish are mesmerizing.

@kingadjust5422 3 жыл бұрын

@@adaptivekalman yeah I agree this watch should be worth around $20,000 because of how good the quality is but grand Seiko is nice enough to sell it for a fourth of that price

@Rancid_Ziggy 3 жыл бұрын

Dial is amazing for sure, but not wild about the case. And would be better in stainless steel imo

@magnuscarlsenbutdumb 3 жыл бұрын

1 omega speedmaster

@johnanth 3 жыл бұрын

Teddy touches on this, it's a bit more expensive at retail.

@PapaRenn 2 жыл бұрын

Great video Ted, thanks for the variety of starter collections!!

@altamashkhateeb6824 3 жыл бұрын

Your videos are just getting more & more educative and informative and really interesting Please keep up the amazing hard work

@grounddu 3 жыл бұрын

I thoroughly enjoy my Junghans Form A, wear it almost everyday. Great piece for going to the office

@MyBigFatFairytaleWedding 3 жыл бұрын

The “build a collection w/ X $” are the best videos!

@henrycollins2478 3 жыл бұрын

Datejust. Done. I love the description for the dive watch collector!

@miroslavrnjakovic8850 3 жыл бұрын

Man, this was fun. Keep 'em coming

@lanceblencowe2408 3 жыл бұрын

Great ideas thank you. Looking for a personal gift for Christmas and this covered many options for me

@kimoleduus1865 3 жыл бұрын

My favourite watch is a Tissot Le Locle Powermatic 80.

@johnnyyoung8460 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome videos. One of the best channels with original content!

@ddavanzo 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks you. Such great content, insightful and easy to watch. Thanks Teddy.

@gregforse2563 3 жыл бұрын

Just getting into watches seriously and this channel is amazing. Thanks

@harpr5 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for these videos, high quality content and some excellent tips here. That Longines Conquest just got added in my wish list :)

@benji2times 3 жыл бұрын

Love this series even though my current budget isn’t 4k!

@TeddyBaldassarre 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching anyways Ben! Probably some of my favorite videos to make.

@anthonykent00 Жыл бұрын

The "conversation starter" is a really fun group!

@daveogle4239 2 жыл бұрын

Teddy this is incredible content and I love how you have psychologically profiled watch enthusiast please do not stop please more content please keep going we love you we love you we love you don’t stop.

@thewatchslinger968 2 жыл бұрын

A well made excellent video. Matching watches to personna is the right way to go. Loved the Longines dress watch and Seiko SPB143. On my list.

@johnwick860 2 жыл бұрын

1st collection (all Sapphire) Beater: Hamilton Field Khaki Mechanical Dress: Seiko SRPB65J1 Diver: Oris Aquis date 41.5mm Complication: Seiko SRQ023J1

@godschild6061 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for all that information very helpful when choosing a timepiece

@remycris2108 3 жыл бұрын

Next episode feature more chronographs, love this series!

@TeddyBaldassarre 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah chronographs get tough given their price if you are going mechanical. We will see them more in the next episode for sure!

@ScottyBennitone 3 жыл бұрын

Dress - Tudor 1926 opaline 39mm ,$1500. Chrono - Hamilton Intramatic Chronograph Blue 40mm , $1400 . Diver - Diver - Seiko sbdc101/spb143 Gray 40mm , $1200. Im $100 over but I think this would be a stellar 3 piece collection for around 4k .

@vinsenadhitya 3 жыл бұрын

Really love this video, great job as per usual, Teddy!

@TeddyBaldassarre 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, my friend!

@arthurbossuyt9304 3 жыл бұрын

Love this series!!! Thanks for the options! Always appreciate the opinions and watches you bring Teddy! (5-10k next?)

@TeddyBaldassarre 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Arthur! And yes, plan to keep going as it seems these have been popular. 👍🏻

@anildamodar8142 3 жыл бұрын

Woww.. Enjoyed the video.. Must have involved a ton of research.. Great work..

@johnwick860 2 жыл бұрын

Persona 1 Divers: Orient Kamasu 42mm $300 Field watch: Hamilton Field Khaki Automatic 38mm $575 Dress watch: Tudor Royal (Asia exclusive) 41mm $2,200 Total: $3,075 only

@marcsummers6794 3 жыл бұрын

Happy to see the MIDO Ocean Star Tribute in this video. Purchased it a few weeks back thanks to your travel review that you made in Spain. Head over heels in love with this watch thank you Teddy

@PrashantNeelam 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing video! I am a 3 watch guy on a low budget(under 3k), have Seiko SRPE43J1 as my dress watch now. My eye is on the Tudor 1926 now. It looks beautiful! Or Tissot Gentleman Powermatic 80! Thanks for such detailed videos of watch collections 1 could have.

@garytru563 3 жыл бұрын

A very good vid! I found it informative, fun, and very interesting! Thank you.

@lMsouthpaw 2 жыл бұрын

Great video on all fronts. Very well put together and considerate of different personas Thanks for the Mido recommendation. I’m between that and the Sub 200 now

@stevechicdinmore9840 3 жыл бұрын

Great video. I enjoyed it very much keep up posting such interesting videos. Will be back to watch more in the future

@kucelkj 2 жыл бұрын

Another great video! Thank you, Teddy!

@jwspakes 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome video Teddy! You picked some great watches for these categories, most of which I wouldn’t have even though of. Except the Tudor Black Bay 58 (That what seems to make every list haha).

@abdulhakimdahir233 3 жыл бұрын

Very few people can pull off such a long video on watches and not lose your attention. Amazing video Teddy!

@chriskeiser5809 3 жыл бұрын

“Dive watch fanatic” I feel personally attacked by this extremely relatable content that is 100% me

@KGisthename 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah it hits far too close to home.

@johnmcdonagh1607 3 жыл бұрын

Your “personas” are pretty spot on 🤔. Thanks Teddy, great content pal 👍.

@chriscon8463 3 жыл бұрын

Man, I like that GS for 4K! I didn’t know you can get into one for that price.

@Konqer 3 жыл бұрын

Fantastic episode, great taste in watches

@JohnJenningsphotography 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome video, thanks Teddy!

@SoCalWatchReviews 3 жыл бұрын

Fantastic list Teddy!

@andygregory2145 3 жыл бұрын

Persona 9 - Each Brand One Iconic Watch Collector

@lorenzopinauin7234 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks. Good guide on how to build a collection based on the persona.

@anseldelacruz 3 жыл бұрын

Outstanding video. Thank you.

@dailjr3721 3 жыл бұрын

Good content! Thanks Teddy! 👍🏻

@guinnessharvey4476 2 жыл бұрын

Really interesting and cool choices here. Love the boutique makers like Brew. Cool content bro!:)

@josephpace8816 2 жыл бұрын

I bought a Tudor GMT. Very happy with it.

@toddcallaway8988 2 жыл бұрын

Teddy, good job as always. You got me interested in watches, Eighteen years ago my wife got me an Oyster Perpetual Date and since then I acquired two Oakley's and for this past Christmas I purchased a G-Shock (big fun!). I've been looking at another Rolex or an Omega but you are making it tough; every time I watch one of your videos, I say to myself "well that's cool too!"

@ejames6431 3 жыл бұрын

I enjoyed this review very much!

@gregalonzo747 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent review. I have a few of the watches you recommended. Presently, the Norqain Adventure is under my radar.

@dougthompson9219 3 жыл бұрын

Great content as always, Teddy! Love how you broke it down by persona collections. I’m certainly a mish-mash of all these personas so not sure where I fit. My Grandpa was a watchmaker trained by a German watchmaker in Kansas City in the 1920’s. I’ve been obsessed with heritage and unique complications since I was a child in the back of the clock shop doing light repairs or playing with broken watch/clock parts. My collection spans some gorgeous iconic 1940’s - 1970’s pieces as well as a potpourri of entry-level modern luxury and affordable beaters. Breitling, Mido, Junghans, Seiko, Swatch, Omega, Rolex, Dan Henry, Longines, Zodiac, Hamilton, Wakmann , FC to name the lion’s share. I’d love to pare down my collection. A 5 watch collection would feel amazing but may be difficult to reign myself in. Lol. One day. Keep up the amazing content!

@raygacy 3 жыл бұрын

Love this! Really useful for me to consider which to buy and which to try for the survey that you've provided on your latest video :)

@glycineairman 3 жыл бұрын

Fantastic content Teddy

@PSNGamer 3 жыл бұрын

You're the Doug Demuro of watches man. Keep it up!

@nikouai 3 жыл бұрын

I finally got my Sinn U50 all tegimented! After 4 months of waiting, but it’s worth it. It’s an amazing watch, love it already. The only thing I wanna see improved is the clasp, but I can live with it. The watch is too amazing to nitpick it. That Sinn and Tudor BB 58 are my favourite watches 👍🏼

@Sf1TheOne 3 жыл бұрын

Video breakdown Check-off the boxes collection @3:10 One-watch collection @9:09 The hipster collection @11:30 Diver fanatic collection @14:25 Perfect duo collection @17:22 Formal collection @19:25 Conversation starter collection @22:34 3-watch collection @27:01

@berserkkw 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for including persona 4.. love the description 🤣🤣.. very much me!

@okiali6381 3 жыл бұрын

Another great video. Did consider the BB but went with the GS. 1st SBGA285 then a week later added the SBGN005. Team SeikoFam as also have King Turtle SPRE05.

@truebluemiata 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Teddy. Very well thought out and researched. Lots of great watches including some real sleepers. I think almost anyone needs a beater watch regardless of collecting style. And for that what else but a GShock? Especially for the 1-watch person where you need to kepp it looking good. Regarding 1-watch collections I'd pick the Frederique Constant Flyback Chronograph. In-house movement, early 20th century styling, good for anything short of a tux. In steel, but I'd go with the rose gold case. It's simply a beautiful timepiece. My style? Vintage chronographs, mostly Seikos.

@lazio2011 3 жыл бұрын

I noticed that any and every Watch reviewers never bring up the Wegner 125th anniversary , but the Hamilton khaki is always brought up. I'm saying this because I bought the Wegner 125th anniversary , and it's so much more then I ever expected it to be . A E.T.A. 2824 automatic movement (unaltered) sapphire crystal front , not sure if the caseback is but maybe? Superlumanova markers ,316L stainless steel case, limited to 1393 pieces world wide . The most incredible thing is that I paid $146 cdn with shipping . It's the best watch on the market for the price By a long long shot . Think you should look into it . If you have already I apologize that I missed it on your channel. I seriously can't believe how nice this watch is . Thanks by the way for bringing up the Canadian brand Marathon , I've been a collector of them for over 20 years . Proud to have a good brand like them out of Canada . Cheers !

@talpet 3 жыл бұрын

Great video as always, If you can , on the next one please note the power reserve, continue the great job!

@ragnaroker85 3 жыл бұрын

Love watching you build out these persona's and watch collections in this series. Is there room for another persona, the Seiko limited edition fanatic

@bernal4444 2 жыл бұрын

Love this series, Teddy! May i recommend maybe a “Blue collar” category

@Norristheforest 3 жыл бұрын

Just dipping my toe into your world and I am very appreciative of your content.

@ignacioa3698 3 жыл бұрын

Great stuff as usual, Mr. Teddy!! Coincidentally, I recently saw IN PERSON a friend of mine’s Rolex AirKing....man and is it beautiful!! And I was not a fan of that specific model. Definitely different when you see some of these watches in person!!

@motlay 3 жыл бұрын

AD for Rado?! Wow very exciting!

@tracephoto1823 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve never been a fan of dive watches…..then this vid with the very first piece, the Zodiac…..I heard a POP! In my brain and my heart is now set on owning the Sherbet AND the Pepsi version. Super fun and very nice build.

@christianhorner001 3 жыл бұрын

Really stamping your place as #1 KZfaq watch video guy 👌👌👌

@marcgirard7551 3 жыл бұрын

Great, detailed review here, Teddy! I really enjoy this series! Regarding Miyota movements: I think people need to rethink their resistance to them. My Baltic Aquascaphe comes with a Miyota and runs 2 seconds per day.

@thethomasj1795 3 жыл бұрын

Rado is a great brand. The new divers are beautiful. I have a Companion from the 80's that I wear occasionally. I'm surprised Oris didn't make the list. for $1500 you get a quality diver that is great looking and it comes with a deep history.

@cavavision5547 3 жыл бұрын

Fantastic video as always Teddy!!! Thank you very much. Just one little disagreement with your choices. I would never recommend a watch without a date function for a "single watch collection", because if you're going to use only one watch every day, in every occasion, practicality is a must, and the Blackbay isn't. May the fine reviews keep on coming. Cheers.

@scottlalonde2878 3 жыл бұрын

Nice video, Teddy, thank you. Kind of surprised you didn't have Rado True Square Open Heart or something like that for conversation starter. Bruce W did a review today, it's funky but kind of cool .

@joerogan18 2 жыл бұрын

Great video, per usual! A great alternative to Nomos is Stowa.

@michaelriera6277 3 жыл бұрын

The Mido Heritage line punches well above it’s price as well

@zographiapusic1439 3 жыл бұрын

For less than 4k you can get a Seiko SARY147, Sarb035, Spb169, Spb155 and a Christopher Ward 600 meter 38mm C60 Trident...five beautiful watches from dress to outdoors & Diving ...if it was only one watch for 4k it would be the Grand Seiko SBGW231...thats it...done(actually I just listed some of my husband's watches)

@raka9 3 жыл бұрын

There you go Teddy! Missed the list videos.

@jimfranklinstqwe3435 2 жыл бұрын

Great video !!! thank you !!

@MrHav1k 5 ай бұрын

I knew I was persona 4 as soon as you mentioned it 😂😂😂😂. Glad my tastes are so basic that I fit into a clean archetype.

@ref6122 3 жыл бұрын

My "perfect " 3 watch collection I've put together. 1. JLC Master Calendar Moon Dress/Complication. 2. Seiko Sarb 033.Everyday. 3 Mido Seastar Captain 200m.Sport/Diver.