The BEST Watches for $1,000 in Every Category (13 Watches Featured With Honorable Mentions)

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In this video, I'll take a look at some of the most popular overall watch categories and share my definitive picks for the best options for around $1,000. Where it's appropriate, I'll also give a few honorable mentions to watches that should also be in the conversation. Do you guys agree with my picks? Let me know in the comments.
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0:00 - Intro & Organization
1:55 - Everyday
4:26 - Flieger
6:11 - Field
8:55 - GMT
11:30 - Dress
13:33 - Dive
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@carrickrichards2457 2 жыл бұрын

You pick intereting topics and do them very well. Thank you for these mini-masterclasses. You do Horology a great service. I never think I wasted a moment listening to you.

@thomaswright1657 2 жыл бұрын

Teddy I love the personal touch to your reviews! You are by far the best.

@rollinontwentytwos 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Teddy wanted to thank you for this video, I was inspired to get into the watch game and purchased my entry level "proper" luxury watch. i opted for the Seiko SPB121.. excited to see it! Great work!.. will be checking your videos for my when i level up!

@NorthOz 2 жыл бұрын

I saw an earlier video of yours Teddy about the Alpinist (I believe it was the SPB119). After watching that, I bought one straight away. I rotate it with my Apple Watch depending if I need quick access to my notifications. Everyone says it’s a great casual/dress watch, but I’m a hiker and camper and find the rotating inner bezel very practical. As a outdoorsman I am prepared for the worst case scenario and my SPB121 is part of my survival kit. I am also a teacher, so for formal occasions it also suits me as a sporty dress watch. It’s definitely a niche watch but it suits me perfectly. My wrist is also impossibly thin and this fits it just, so that’s another win for me. Keep up the awesome work and I look forward to my next watch purchase as recommended by you. From Far North Queensland, Australia. Mark.

@joshuabernardino4310 2 жыл бұрын

Ridiculous dial on that SPB167, love it on the metal bracelet. Was considering the SRPE43 with that patterned blue dial that comes with the blue leather strap, but your recommendation introduced me to this showstopper. Currently have an SRPE57 and recently acquired a Longines Presence. Next bonus is probably this Seiko, Longines DolceVita or I'll save two for the Nomos Club Campus / Tangente platinum grey. Hopefully I can show your site some love cause you've been putting me on some serious game! Keep up the good work.

@jonathannguyen1844 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! I actually snagged the Certina DS Action Diver in 38mm and it is a dream to wear as my wrist is kinda small. Good information, really helpful!

@zynetik 2 жыл бұрын

Finally we get to see Stowa on your channel! That's a brand I really like and wish was more represented by KZfaqrs and reviewers. The Sport 43 is one of my favorites!

@stevekannan6076 Жыл бұрын

The best watches for 1000$ (Actually for way less), would be a replica I purchased online. After owning a GMT and OP for almost 10 years I wanted to get myself a Hulk for my 60th birthday, about 2 weeks later I came across a page about high end clones and decided to give it a try. Once came I compared it to my original GMT (in terms of quality, feeling of the steel etc), I understood one thing, China can't be beaten. There is no chance ANYONE will be able to spot it as a fake.

@andrewdoe3488 Жыл бұрын

Where did you get it from? Asking for a friend 😂😂

@stevekannan6076 Жыл бұрын

Sweetyclones

@andrewdoe3488 Жыл бұрын

Thanks! On Instagram??

@stevekannan6076 Жыл бұрын

Yes

@slar4733 Жыл бұрын

What color is your Buyatti?

@morningfog532 2 жыл бұрын

Finally got my first watch a few weeks ago - went with the Tissot Gentleman Powermatic 80 - couldn't be happier! I love this thing and it looks great in my business casual workplace, along with casual get-togethers with friends. I feel naked without it on me anymore.

@genghiskhan7041 2 жыл бұрын

Wow, you've never had a watch before the Tissot???

@VAKgadgetfreak 2 жыл бұрын

I got the same recently, In blue. Love it

@jotroyvo 2 жыл бұрын

would you wear it with a suit? thinking of getting one as my first watch also

@morningfog532 2 жыл бұрын

@@jotroyvo I’ve worn it with a suit and I think it looks great. Have received several compliments on it from family and co-workers.

@jotroyvo 2 жыл бұрын

@@morningfog532 tried one on today and loved it but have to decide which colour now.

@bruceleroy8063 2 жыл бұрын

I really like these videos. Keep em up. You're doing good biz, Teddy.

@Ian-bq7gp Жыл бұрын

Ive had a longines quartz watch 22 years la grande classique. Its on the 5th replacement battery from new and has been so reliable and has beautiful finish and build quality. Im so happy with it.

@gynechiatrist 2 жыл бұрын

Nice choices and impeccable presentation. Thanks. I get this question all the time.

@Eleftherios-Alexandris-76 Жыл бұрын

Another decent choice within this range price is the TISSOT SEASTAR 1000 POWERMATIC 80. Thanks for the video.

@cohecency7288 2 жыл бұрын

Love my Max Bill, but the Jazzmaster Thinline deserves a mention in that category. As for the Silicium, it’s not perfect, but it’s close. It’s not just good on paper. It really feels impressive on the wrist.

@gregbrindley1581 2 жыл бұрын

Loved both GMT's, Doxa and Mido divers (plus some other great divers!). With the amazing abundance of watch brands (including dozens of very nice German watches - and the list goes on) - you had a hard task in front of you with this one. On that note, I wonder whether it would be an idea to start looking a little more outside the square at some of the many brands that rarely seem to rate a mention - not because of the quality etc, rather a lack of marketing or how they may sell directly only.

@jayt9661 9 ай бұрын

2,500-5000k

@FAMBAM_AUS Жыл бұрын

Love all your videos Teddy, thanks for all the great info

@harsithnath 2 жыл бұрын

Sir, it would be very helpful if you would provide a list of the watches in the description

@julyjulio86 2 жыл бұрын

This was great! The Seiko Sharp Edge is absolutely stunning. Will need to get my hands on one. Hard to decide which color though

@lTha208l 11 ай бұрын

That Hamilton khaki murph is minimalistic yet elegant and the cathedral hands is just the cherry on top

@timetowatch_francois 2 жыл бұрын

Great list, great insight. Thanks for sharing.

@MrAumbra 2 жыл бұрын

First I would like to thank you for introducing me to micro brands. I now have a Traska mint dial, Baltic MR01 coming in July and Wise Adamascus, etc. Second, if you have the time could you do a video on the best $10k-$15k watches in every category? I think many would be interested in hearing your opinion on this price point.

@jeffreardon3969 2 жыл бұрын

Great video Teddy. Love the price points around a grand. So many great models for those that do not want to wear the $5k watches. I would have added TAG, gray market price. 1K.

@partybees8856 2 жыл бұрын

Lots of cool choices here. I think a good hybrid of quartz and chronograph is the Bulova Lunar Pilot.

@RevantaTikku 2 жыл бұрын

Hey teddy, for the chronograph section would you suggest the seiko prospex speed timer solar?

@HRM.H 2 жыл бұрын

Hi teddy , could you do another video about a 3 watch collection around the 3 to 4000 usd category ? I think in that price range you can really get some amazing watches and a very solide all round collection.

@TeddyBaldassarre 2 жыл бұрын

I think there is enough possibility in that range to make that video happen. Thanks for watching, Thomas.

@ashmaterial 2 жыл бұрын

Just get 1 rolex will last you forever and your grandchildren

@montblancnoland1 2 жыл бұрын

@@ashmaterial Yeah if you have 10 to 15 k lying around it's not all about that

@HRM.H 2 жыл бұрын

@@ashmaterial 😂 not ONE Rolex is under 4000 usd right now , maybe if it's a garbage example. I'll just get 3 watches i actually like , that will also last for generations and dont get me robbed

@watchound.bernardo9738 2 жыл бұрын

Ins’t that this video? Just choose 3 watches out of the bunch.

@TheBostonranger1 Жыл бұрын

Hi Teddy I really like your channel, I have learned alot about watches. My question is do you recommend Tag Heuer? Are they any good?

@viniciustrombeta. 2 жыл бұрын

Always great videos!! Do you plan to do a video by your collection?

@benjaminhursh7731 2 жыл бұрын

HI Teddy, as a new collector I appreciate these videos. Wondering your opinion on the Shinola brand out of Detroit?

@jonidreas 2 жыл бұрын

As usual great video!

@TheBigWrist 2 жыл бұрын

I've got a DOXA 200 on order. Mostly for the beads of rice bracelet, looking forward to it.

@rulsey23 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent vid. Keep it up dude

@klvnzln 8 ай бұрын

8:10 straight away fell in love, thanks alot, thats gonna be my first watch that im gonna buy!!!

@andrejohnson6731 2 ай бұрын

4:26 oh how you were right Teddy. My first mechanical watch ❤️ I was looking into the prx initially, but not as verstile as this beauty. Im really loving the Gentleman

@jonathanbritt6418 2 жыл бұрын

Great video and content! Would love to see a video on best watches for the beach this summer. Cheers

@mrdisco99 Жыл бұрын

Longines VHP was a good shout. It's a shame they discontinued it. It's worth a mention that they also made a 36mm version. You can still find them if you shop around.

@quantus5875 Жыл бұрын

Nice list of watches in the $1K mark. Nice that you added a section on Quartz watches. Yes, that Longines is amazing + or - 5 secs per year - pretty wild -- I think a "tuned" GS can get that accurate, but I think GSes are officially rated more in + or - 10 sec per year range -- and I read a while ago that Casio -- has a movement that is in the + or - 1 sec per year range -- but more expensive I think -- i.e. in the $3K-ish range.

@andrelousada 2 жыл бұрын

Since I saw the SPB121 version with a golden case I was in love. I am going to get that one soon. The SPB210!!!!!!

@Cla55clown Жыл бұрын

Hi, thanks for yet another top-knotch video. Is the Baltic Aquascaphe GMT and "true" GMT or the "caller" type?

@haping1 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Teddy. Great choises. Too bad that a decent chrono isn't available anymore for around $1.000. In 2019 you could pick up a Tissot or Hamilton for that price. Maybe the Maen or Hemmel, if they are still available?

@jacobrivera7224 Жыл бұрын

Your the best the Teddy thank you & Happy New Year

@terrylybolt6572 2 жыл бұрын

I thank you for all you do this helps me a great deal

@keshavfulbrook6698 15 күн бұрын

I’ve been considering the Zelos Mako GMT dive and am wondering your opinion. I am somewhat new to the watch world though I have been researching for a while trying to expand my knowledge base. I am still learning to develop a sense of “definitely buy” or “think again” with some watches though and have been burned a bit in the past.

@drewsleyy3836 2 жыл бұрын

Please do this again with $2,000 and $3,000! fantastic video as always

@ry4581 2 жыл бұрын

Great vid! Would u ever make a video on the Vostok amohibia or komandirskie?

@lucasscheps-brown9218 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Teddy, I was wondering if I could get your opinion on something. I’m looking into getting a Santos on a bracelet, all steel. I’ve been searching the secondary market but all I find are pieces that are in bad condition or that are not to my tastes, does it make sense to buy a medium Santos from the dealer?

@ckm-mkc Жыл бұрын

I have 5 Mido All Dials, they are my favorite. It's too bad they discontinued that line, but I think all Midos deserve more airtime. The other brand no one seems to discuss is Certina, have a couple of those. Also, Yema should be on the list, even a little cheaper. Finally let's not forget Alpina and Rado, esp. the ceramic square case dress watches which look like jewelry.

@ClaxtonBay123 2 жыл бұрын

Great video. As I'm looking for something new within this price range. But I'll also say I'm absolutely SHOCKED to see Stowa here since you generally tend to lean on Laco

@vincenttadealao682 2 жыл бұрын

Does anybody know what jacket Teddy is wearing in the video. Many thanks! Great video and nice list btw!

@amoghavarshamurthy 2 жыл бұрын

Nice list! Thanks. Could you Please suggest the same but fir smaller wrists?

@drcandor 2 жыл бұрын

Overall got to love TB's videos, but this one goes to the top tier for me _ And totally like the dress watch choice though i will take same Junghans in a black dial; one of three choices i picked in TB contest about a year ago thinking "they" would review the entries and make their decision rather than pick the winner out of the hat, so to speak, oh well that's the way it goes, still a big fan for all the knowledge and keeps my wheels spinning on the watch market, thnx TB and Co . . . :>/

@neel3297 2 жыл бұрын

That SARB is one great looking watch

@michaelissac3337 2 жыл бұрын

Great list i think hanhart could have justified a timer category. Love the content sir.

@MegaAssetGroup 2 жыл бұрын

The Seiko SSC314P-9 Le Grand Sport Solar Diamond Set Mens Watch is a beautiful dress chronograph you can now buy for under $1000 (was $1500 when it first came out)

@DrVegiAlex Жыл бұрын

Love the mido and doxa options for the diver. Any particular reason the Hamilton Khaki didn't make the cut for divers? The Khaki Navy Scuba is one I'm considering at the moment.

@locvldelivery6098 2 жыл бұрын

Wishing Longines lug to lug was shortened abit, would def be a good buy! Thanks Teddy love the vids :)

@CRosa-tt6tl 2 жыл бұрын

Nice selection for a thousand + bucks like them all👍👍

@blacktrucksfly 2 жыл бұрын

I currently have a mido ocean star and a prx. I have been looking at that longines vhp for a few months now to add a quartz to my collection. I recently purchased the new Seiko speedtimer quartz but found it way too small and returned it.

@onlyfoolsdontfear 2 жыл бұрын

VHP - awesome mention, quality history! Sharp Edge - they did really awesome design, even too good and that's why they put a stand under the logo and an ugly lume to make it less awesome. I'd take a mix of diver and GMT in the presence of Lorier Hyperion and go to a good party for the rest of the money ;)

@onlyfoolsdontfear 2 жыл бұрын

Poor scamer, wanted to send me AP RO in a lottery win 🤣🤣

@jgiido Жыл бұрын

Hi Teddy! Great video, thank you! Also: I really NEED your suede jacket, could you give me a hint on where to get it? :)

@pesquerox 2 жыл бұрын

Hello Teddy, greetings from Chile. Is it possible that you can make a video of watches with inner bezel? I love the LACO Frankfurt GMT, but it's too expensive for me. Maybe under $1000. Thank you.

@mtd6250 Жыл бұрын

Hello Teddy! Do you know / have an opinion about the young micro brand of Marloe Watch Co. ? After looking for a chronograph under 1k wich was really a challenge I found one. A Quick video on Micro brands could be an idea! Thanks for your videos. Keep up the good work.

@nicklegg61 2 жыл бұрын

Top presentation Teddy

@mitchmatic8029 2 жыл бұрын

Dive watch: Wise Adamascus 600. 904L SS 4hz movement. Amazing leather strap. Thin-even exhibition case back. Willard reissue 1350.

@nickgee7291 2 жыл бұрын

great video!!

@konidu971 2 жыл бұрын

Question to you Teddy: what's the brand of the jacket you are wearing? It's very cool!

@gamestar8180 10 ай бұрын

Mido is amazing especially for the price. Their craftsmanship and finishing is impeccable.

@quiefchief11 2 жыл бұрын

I subscribed for a weird reason.. I never knew that Zodiac was a part of the Fossil brand. I love learning about horology and watches and it was simple thing that peaked my interest.

@lemon265 2 жыл бұрын

Nice list indeed! Could not agree more with the quartz pick! Personally I totally dislike the doxa though. I think every other divers you mentioned are all better choices. For the Junghans watch, it sure does look good but I just dont see where its Bauhaus?

@herkamer98 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah - DHL hit me with an $80+ duty fee for my CW bronze cost diver. Surprise! However, I recently picked up a Hamilton GMT AIR RACE new for under $500. That made up for the CW hit for sure.

@nicklegg61 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Teddy This is no criticism to your filming of the watches, which is bang on very good quality, but I have found on quite a few time pieces that sometimes pics don't do justice to some of the watches. What do you think?. Thanks Nick

@24934637 2 жыл бұрын

I'm sure that I've said this before about the Baltic GMT, but from a design point of view it really does look like a Doxa Sub 200 clone (with added GMT function)!

@Conundrum191 2 жыл бұрын

Regarding Fliegers, I know it isn't one of the originals, but what is your view on Dekla? They used to seem like a great option price wise to still get a German-made swiss movement watch, but sadly looks like they have upped pricing to be very close to Stowa and Laco now.

@riccardocaregaro8469 11 ай бұрын

I fell in love with my Squale 1521 Militaire, really Impressive for the money.. Thanks a lot for your videos. not only 200k dollars watch are good watch.. Thanks a lot

@drzaius844 2 жыл бұрын

Id love to see a video on dress watches, history, definition, and examples. I still don’t really know what one is. You showed many with bracelets, and I thought bracelets were for sports watches. Anyway, thanks for another great video!

@vaughnrable 2 жыл бұрын

Love this one!!

@lucgeoffrion1970 2 жыл бұрын

I just don’t get it: $1,100 for a Junghans with an ACRYLIC crystal! It does not make sense!

@jackbarrett7289 Жыл бұрын

Yea I’m with you man. That’s makes zero sense at that price point

@ToastedCheese9000 Жыл бұрын

None of these old ass tech make sense buy an smartwatch instead

@marcomonaldi9058 Жыл бұрын

@@ToastedCheese9000 buy a smartwatch if you want to look a nerdy virgin geek who nobody takes seriously

@boudicajones6524 Жыл бұрын

@@ToastedCheese9000 I don’t buy a watch because i need more push notifications in my life.

@macadelic2492 Жыл бұрын

@@ToastedCheese9000 all those watches do the same thing and they expect you to buy the new one everytime. How does that make sense 😂

@CorvusHyperion 2 жыл бұрын

Any idea where I can get the Christopher Ward C65 Trident GMT? Seems hard to find, even on their own website

@kjmcconachy779 Жыл бұрын

Love the tissot prx looking to get one for Christmas

@evanduszynski6084 2 жыл бұрын

You seem to have a good deal of knowledge on Tissot (as evidenced in your recent videos). Any talks of a smaller Gentleman in a more traditional size? I think it would be an absolute hit and they’ve done it with the PRX and Seastar.

@gpearce11 2 жыл бұрын

Technically, a smaller Gentleman already exists in the T-My Lady. Unfortunately, at 30mm, I'm pretty sure it's not what you're after. Also, unfortunately, as they have already introduced the T-My Lady, we're unlikely to get a 35-36mm version of the Gentleman because Tissot generally considers the smaller version the "Ladies version" (see the PRX, PR100, Seastar 1000, etc), and I don't think we're going to see a "Ladies Gentleman". Speaking of the PR100, if you want a smaller Gentleman see if you can find a PR100 Powermatic 80. While it's only 1mm smaller at 39mm, it has much smaller lugs and wears more like 38mm (whereas the Gentleman wears like 41mm).

@asadhayat5342 Жыл бұрын

I like your glasses frame. What brand is it?

@noelanthony1204 6 ай бұрын

So many great watches... Rolex Swiss, Seiko Japan ... etc

@paulwildsmith8579 Жыл бұрын

Hi Teddy, Would you please consider reviewing the Ebel watch brand. Many thanks, in anticipation.

@ZainxIqbal 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Teddy, I was looking into some microbrand GMT's today, and also stumbled upon the ones you mentioned. Ultimately, though, the one that piqued my interest the most was the Lorier Hyperion GMT (Pepsi), which costs just around $800. I'd love to know what your opinion on Lorier is as a microbrand, or on the Hyperion if you've had any experience with it. Thanks!

@bryanguest2807 Жыл бұрын

My opinion is wait, you will see alot of microbands using seikos new gmt movement

@Cla55clown Жыл бұрын

@@bryanguest2807 haven't heard about it. What's the number of the new movement?

@chenkuangyap 2 жыл бұрын

Love the Mondaine and Vhp, saving the best for the end?

@kelseymolon 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Teddy!! Can you please make a comparison between Tissot Gentleman and Seiko Alpinist?

@jamesbotwina8744 2 жыл бұрын

What about the Panova for an everyday watch? 100m water resistance, multiple straps, thin and great dial size.

@longotown Жыл бұрын

Teddy - thanks, I am hooked - bought 4 watches over the weekend & a Hamilton is under the tree!!! We also have a diamond studded womens watch from probably the 40's that is still in the family. Q: Can you get that plum faced Anordain?

@thehigherupz2259 2 жыл бұрын

Teddy I would love to know what is your top 2 luxury watch brands that are valuable & potentially a long term investment? Under $1000 maybe

@mammadyusubov Жыл бұрын

That Christipher Ward is a stunning piece!

@ismaildemir4228 2 жыл бұрын

Hello. I watch your videos with great interest. I have an interest in wind-wound watches. Can you recommend a watch with a nice mechanism that can be bought under $1000?

@morgan97475 2 жыл бұрын

Nice picks there.

@renay2305 2 жыл бұрын

Lorier hyperion gmt at 499. Great watch with soprod swiss movement 👍👍

@renknook 2 жыл бұрын

Hm, I was expecting to see the Glycine Airman as a

@johnbadal7319 Жыл бұрын

Great content

@saikiranmushkara8955 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Teddy, you forgot the Tissot PRX? If not the automatic, I think it should at least be an honorable mention in the Quartz section. I think you can buy both the quartz and automatic under 1000$ ?

@HaonProductions 2 жыл бұрын

What's the Nomos model at 1:50? That's a colorway I can really dig!

@jancoetzee4414 2 жыл бұрын

Frederique Constant in the dress watch category is well worth exploring.

@yassirabusineina5526 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Teddy! Hope you are doing well. Thanks for the vedios. Kindly your thoughts on this Squale. I just luv it. It reminds me of a fifty fathoms. Sub 39 Sisty years special edition! Thanks

@MusikPiratCH Жыл бұрын

Well, when it comes to quartz watches there is also Junghans with its radio controlled watches to consider. As they are radio controlled these watches are even more accurate than the Longines VHP (which certainly is an exellent choice)! What if you were restricted to $1000 or south? A lot of your choices will be out of question. Could you just give some alternatives? Thanks for this video! 😍