The Greatest British Watchmaker

The Greatest British Watchmaker | Watchfinder & Co.

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6 жыл бұрын

‘Watchmaker’ is a very loose term. Someone who dismantles, services and reassembles watches can be titled as such. Someone who takes a machine-made blank and hand finishes it-they too can be called a watchmaker. But someone who actually makes watches, with their hands, from the drawing board to the finished result, that’s surely the ultimate watchmaker. This is the kind of watchmaker George Daniels was.
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@watchfinder 11 ай бұрын

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@smashie2000 6 жыл бұрын

I was lucky to have met the man in the 80's when he came to Hackney College to talk to us, the students. A great afternoon.

@AntPDC 6 жыл бұрын

Your production values are utterly impeccable: narration, photography, research, text - all exemplary. Thank you very much indeed.

@leszekkadelski9569 6 жыл бұрын

It's about time for a "making of" episode - wouldn't you agree?

@AntPDC 6 жыл бұрын

Totally. I know the narrator from the BBC's QI Quiz: Alan Davies: actor and comedian. At least I think it's him. Watchfinder & Co. are coy about this...

@leszekkadelski9569 6 жыл бұрын

As a former radio journalist (with short stint at BBC Polish Section 20 years ago) I must admit his voice is superb and I love listening to those stories.

@AntPDC 6 жыл бұрын

@kalelezequiel140 2 жыл бұрын

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@willelliott5052 Жыл бұрын

You can't teach that kind of technical aptitude and intuition. As a degreed engr, I greatly admire figures such as the the Wright Brothers, John Browning, and George Daniels, who had no formal engr training, yet achieved so much beyond the abilities of ordinary men.

@sdemosi 6 жыл бұрын

Love the idea that Daniels could design each watch, make the tools to make the parts of his watch, make the parts of the watch, assemble it and refine it without any outside help or automation. The whole process and history of horology was internalised in one man.

@volofly2011 2 жыл бұрын

Apparently I know next to nothing about good watches as I have only just learned of George Daniels, via a YT video suggestion, yesterday. Today the world is a brand new place! Thanks for adding to my understanding of this great Watch Maker and his legacy.

@OliverSallander 6 жыл бұрын

I have applied to study watchmaking at WOSTEP school. My goal is for one of my future watches to be talked about with such love that you are talking about George Daniels watches!

@jacc88888 6 жыл бұрын

Oliver Sallander Good luck! Work hard, I mean stupidly hard and it might happen!

@OliverSallander 6 жыл бұрын

I'm looking forward to the work! :)

@JamesandRibble 6 жыл бұрын

I wish you every success Oliver.

@linklindsey5658 5 жыл бұрын

@@OliverSallander Good luck Oliver!!

@OliverSallander 5 жыл бұрын

@@linklindsey5658 thank you! I have started my journey now, if you want to see my progress you can look up watchmaker.os on Instagram! :-)

@WatchGeek 6 жыл бұрын

Another perfect video on one of the greatest watchmakers that ever lived, maybe do one on Roger Smith as well. And if I may suggest a mini series called "Longitude" about John Harrison, another great name in timing devices, although a clock maker is a more correct name for him. A series I am sure every watch lover will enjoy 😊

@scottfulps2065 6 жыл бұрын

'Longitude' was absolutely amazing- I remember watching it when it first aired years ago. Highly recommended.

@victorbgdream8328 6 жыл бұрын

What a review... George Daniels, the man that beat the quartz accuracy... his work is so inspiring that i purchased two of his books, "The Practical Watch Escapement" and "Watchmaking"...

@SohilSahare009 6 жыл бұрын

I remember seeing an exhibit at the British museum in London on the daniels method and watchmaking a few years ago. That was what got me interested in mechanical watches. I deeply admire Daniels of London, thank you for making this wonderful video about his philosophy of what a watch should be.

@EricBishard 6 ай бұрын

Imagine holding these two watches, one on each of the only hands you have. Exceptional.

@TheDerisavi 6 жыл бұрын

Now, I will love my co-axial Omegas more than before. Thanks for telling us this lovely story about success of a man who didn't give up. He deserves a British luxury watchmaking company under his name.

@AntPDC 6 жыл бұрын

You have several Omegas? You beast...

@TheDerisavi 6 жыл бұрын

AntPDC several Omegas instead of one Patek Philip! :-p

@AntPDC 6 жыл бұрын

O the sacrifice...

@thesnackbandit 6 жыл бұрын

TheDerisavi Interesting, do you actually wear them all?

@golfpark94 6 жыл бұрын

The genius Daniels. Last januari i saw Philippe Dufour, a man like Daniels, makes his own watches with only electricity for the light and thee. Both these men deserve great aspiration, both men followed their dream and became simply the best you can get. Thank you for this great video.

@anonymousonlineuser6543 6 жыл бұрын

Philippe Dufour sources much more than just springs and jewels for his watches. I admire his craft but he is not on the same level with Daniels or Smith.

@ZaydDepaor 5 жыл бұрын

Mind boggling precision, intricacy, creativity and ingenuity... I even get excited if I make my own playing card box, so viewing raw watchmaking from scratch is like engineering utopia for me. People like this are national (global even) treasures, their skills and knowledge need to be mined, archived, sustained and propagated. Their tradition and technological legacy needs to continue after they pass away.

@soupistasty5 6 жыл бұрын

What a fine combination of watches, a storytelling and amazing videography! Well done Watchfinder & Co.

@matt-lang 6 жыл бұрын

Holy shit, how did you get a hold of two RW Smith / Daniels watches for this video!? Is there a collector who's a fan of your series? This is amazing!

@jacc88888 6 жыл бұрын

Matt Lang Exactly! Was thinking the same!

@rare6499 5 жыл бұрын

jake who the heck sells a Daniels through a pre owned watch company! Unreal...!

@britishlonghorn6815 4 жыл бұрын

@@rare6499 He's wrong Josh. This would NEVER have been in their stock to buy online. There are barely 40 of them made. FORTY. They will only ever be sold by Sotheby's or Bonham's.

@Meltedbutta7 3 жыл бұрын

@Jake fun fact the anniversary watch sold for nearly half a million dollars at auction. i doubt they had this in their stock. lol.

@richardhodges3593 3 жыл бұрын

I saw some Daniels watches at the watch museum in the Guildhall, City of London. It has moved to the Science Museum and the Space Traveller watch is on display there now I believe. Time for another visit.

@Chris-es3wf 6 жыл бұрын

You have many great videos, but this one was even more enjoyable and educational than usual. Thank you for the consistently great work.

@mrandmrswheels1142 4 жыл бұрын

Always keep coming back to this video. A wonderful tribute. Awe inspiring watches.

@RafaelCosta-oi3be 4 жыл бұрын

Huge respect for Daniels, just became my favorite watchmaker.

@RoelfvanderMerwe 6 жыл бұрын

Your videos are incredible. By far the best watch channel on KZfaq!

@BPTVch 5 жыл бұрын

I got goosebumps watching this video. George Daniels is my ultimate idol and I have been fascinated with his work ever since It came to my knowledge some 25 years ago. Thank you for making this video!

@barryerskine3053 6 жыл бұрын

Really wonderful video. The story of George Daniels is an inspiration. And your style of storytelling is truly enjoyable. Thank you!

@NoDrivingNoLife 6 жыл бұрын

Another great video. As a watch lover, I find your vids very Educational.. please keep up the good work guys 👌🏼

@emirhamzic761 5 жыл бұрын

Simply amazing! Loved every second of it. Best watch channel on youtube by miles.

@metaforically 6 жыл бұрын

The macro videography is intoxicating. Thank you for the beautiful shots.

@MartialDriscoll 6 жыл бұрын

Very glad to finally see this video. The Patek Phillipe story has always fascinated me and not many people know about it. The man is the personification of British watchmaking and hearing that voice box of his vibrate when he talks about horology is jaw dropping. Also kudos on not 1 but 2 Daniels watches. As always, its been a pleasure.

@kathywellin7636 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this. He was so gifted, and gave the world true art.

@douglasladowski6342 6 жыл бұрын

BRAVO!!!!!!!! Thank you for hitting the nail on the head and giving credit where it was due.

@andrewmichael651 6 жыл бұрын

What a top-tier channel. Its informative, wonderfully shot, and the narrater clearly has a passion for horology. I really do wish this channel much success and future growth. Cheers!

@erikornelas7853 6 жыл бұрын

Absolutely magnificent, the watch the story behind it absolutely incredible.

@leighalex01 6 жыл бұрын

Comparing two Daniels watches is as good as it gets, wow! Thank you very much for this video, absolutely outstanding.

@drummerboy1066 6 жыл бұрын

How on earth did you manage to get not just one but TWO Daniels watches?!? Stunning !!!

@stardust4711 6 жыл бұрын

Never heard of this brand/watchmaker before. Thank you for presenting

@matt-lang 6 жыл бұрын

If you like watchmaking videos, RW Smith has some excellent videos on his channel rwsmithwatches

@petergrant9667 6 жыл бұрын

Matt Lang, thanks mate.

@dougm659 6 жыл бұрын

George Daniels’ book “It’s about time” is well worth reading if you are interested in watches at all. The man was born into grinding poverty and dragged himself up to international acclaim through raw intelligence and bloody hard work....inspirational!

@KoxisVerserken 5 жыл бұрын

a heartwarming video indeed

@yokumato 5 жыл бұрын

Beautiful and impressive pieces, thanks for the video.

@bjarkelykkemadsen2874 3 жыл бұрын

Fantastic video !!!! So educational on several levels. Thanks so very much :)

@cmalc8 Жыл бұрын

The external shots are George Daniels watches of course, but the internal escapement shots from 3mins 13seconds forward are of a development of Daniels' co-axial escapement, a single wheel version by Roger Smith (his lightweight version).

@zacharylagler242 6 жыл бұрын

Great Video, I've always admired Mr.Daniels work...

@jfdomega7938 6 жыл бұрын

Just love these watchfinder videos.

@galja6889 6 жыл бұрын

Great video!Super story wonderfully told with stunning photography !

@richardsherwin3259 5 жыл бұрын

A great video as per usual. A smashing tribute to ‘the watchmaker’

@rajaishthrone 6 жыл бұрын

George Daniels was the greatest watchmaker of the 20th century and the only modern watchmaker who's watch is featured in the prestigious Horology section of the British museum. Words can't do the genius of this man justice.

@juniorjohnson5961 Жыл бұрын

Bravo ! Watching again 7 months later ... Bravo !

@nezircaglar2381 6 жыл бұрын

so geroge daniels is a some kind of legend at watch world

@Martin-pb7ts 6 жыл бұрын

Fantastic video, thank you.

@alectang1614 8 ай бұрын

Incredible how watchfinder was able to have hands on with George Daniel's watches back then. I miss this type of content.

@73BigMC 5 жыл бұрын

Marvellous watches and another excellent video.

@stevenp4958 6 жыл бұрын

A great tribute to a great visionary! Well done!

@simonpetersson1572 Жыл бұрын

this video is still one of the best!

@afarhan21 6 жыл бұрын

This is more than just watches, this is legend.

@dujee 5 жыл бұрын

Truly inspiring quest for perfection from Daniels

@mohammadamin9061 6 жыл бұрын

one of the Greatest watch reviews ever made . Bliss you and keep the good work .

@ruggsterify 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video. I've learned much prior and more after watching this video. George was/is a watch god! Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!

@ajaxforever5473 6 жыл бұрын

I have to pick my jaw up from the floor... another stunning video by a fantastic KZfaq channel really.

@juniorjohnson5961 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely Amazing Thank You 🙏

@christopherwarren4719 6 жыл бұрын

Brillant episode, exceptionnal watches indeed.

@valentins7120 6 жыл бұрын

Very nice crafted, both your videos and Mr. Daniels' watches

@gregorypease213 6 жыл бұрын

Another beautifully produced and presented video. When someone asks me why watches fascinate me so much, I have only to refer them here to answer the question.

@chawenhalo0089 6 жыл бұрын

Simply stunning in both historical horlogical terms and as a modern timepiece.

@santhoshwagle9857 6 жыл бұрын

As always great video... I love this channel

@footsoldier857 3 жыл бұрын

Lest we forget. Well done.

@Dankyjrthethird 5 жыл бұрын

bruh this had me shook what a brilliant and inspiring man

@ToolsAndI 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you, thank you, thank you. I have always believe George Daniels doesn't get the recognition he deserves. Actually I have come up some salespeople at Omega boutiques stores who don't even know who he was. Something I have a hard time processing but that ultimately it has to be Omega's fault since it seems evident it's deficiency in training. I bet one day most mechanical watches will feature a Daniels Co-Axial escapement.

@h28628 6 жыл бұрын

I am pleased to see one of his watch, it's one of the collection from owner, very rare in the market, most are unsold and keep as collection. I love individual brand watch because the craftsmanship and movement design are original from the individual watch maker, no second watch can share the same movement in the market except their own .

@jobloggs6528 Жыл бұрын

Well said, thank you

@FirestormAA 6 жыл бұрын

Extremely detail on the English watch maker I learn today. Awesome review....

@jayebirdjb7143 6 жыл бұрын

Bar non, you’re the premier Watch reviewer! Love your style and presentations. Thanks!

@davidskeeterskeeter1835 6 жыл бұрын

I’ve been waiting for your review of the Daniels,! 😀😀👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🇬🇧

@BNT1985 6 жыл бұрын

Beautiful watches. I remember seeing a documentary years ago about some guy that made bespoke wristwatches in the Isle of Man, guess it was starring Daniels as I doubt there are many individuals with the skills and patience to do this alive today.

@fezario 6 жыл бұрын

I’m very impressed that you managed to get hold of these pieces

@stationplaza4631 6 жыл бұрын

This is an exquisite video....Thank you.

@stibellious 5 жыл бұрын

i dont know how and why your videos and reviews are avaialbe for free! the amount of work put in them, the commentary, the music, your videos are no less piece of art than the watches you review in here!

@hydorah 5 жыл бұрын

Wow. That's impressive. Who'd have thought Patek Philippe would be so blind, though! I want to see more of these! Definitely show us some Roger Smith stuff and tell us more of these tales!

@dtm4trix 6 жыл бұрын

There’s a documentary about Daniels and his protege Roger Smith called Watchmakers’ Apprentice. Loved the movie and your video. Keep up the good work.

@andrei2023 6 жыл бұрын

Amazing pieces👏🏆

@arid.6256 6 жыл бұрын

Nice videos man! Keep up the good work. Ill always be here to watch your channel :)

@jarodstevens2710 5 жыл бұрын

Brilliant!! Absolutely Brilliant!!!!!

@Lokistar13 6 жыл бұрын

god... I love this channel. And what a stunning watch.

@tackontitan 2 жыл бұрын

I just love how Patek Phillipe kept saying it won't work, it's too big, too thick until finally he hands them their own thin watch with his escapement inside. They could've had a real innovative product but I bet they were too proud or embarrassed.

@killamist666 6 жыл бұрын

Always look forward to a new Watchfinder & Co vid, But when its about George Daniels i wished it was an hour long, Nicely done though.

@adam__smith 6 жыл бұрын

kzfaq.info/get/bejne/Zrt_iJZnyLDLio0.html Perhaps this is what you are looking for. It goes into wonderful detail about the different movements he has made, complete with stop-motion animation.

@killamist666 6 жыл бұрын

👍

@sarjithpoojari115 6 жыл бұрын

You are the reason I am into watches.

@shahorology3275 6 жыл бұрын

BRAVO great video. What a story. emotional :')

@jdstarek 6 жыл бұрын

These are just beautiful, inside and out.

@thelucentcrow9084 3 жыл бұрын

Great thanks

@GChris-ny8fp 6 жыл бұрын

Amazing. Bravo!

@richardbaptist5080 6 жыл бұрын

great video

@NoahBB 6 жыл бұрын

I really love the videos, do you think you could review a small/boutique brand such as Armin Strom or Louis Moinet? It's really hard to find quality reviews of their watches.

@hanspaalbunaes735 4 жыл бұрын

Brilliant.

@jacc88888 6 жыл бұрын

Great video. How on earth did you get hold of 2 of Daniel’s watches?! Seriously impressive. Shame on Patek! I would consider Daniels to be not just Britain’s best watchmaker but probably the most significant watchmaker of the 20th century. I just can’t help feel that Patek felt threatened by Daniels. What he achieved on his own, in his workshop, by not only building every part by hand and from scratch (apart from the balance spring I believe) but also innovating, designing and producing a new and improved escapement, is nothing short of incredible. I don’t believe even Switzerland’s Philippe Dufour has done this. It is wonderful that Roger Smith is continuing this legacy.

@digggert 6 жыл бұрын

A great feature about one of the greats :)

@-JohnGalt- 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you for reviewing and shining a light on Mr. George Daniels. His works are nothing short of inspirational. I suggest anyone with an interest in horology take a look at a fantastic biography of his life and work: The Watchmakers Apprentice. This film also features the work of Roger Smith, who apprenticed under Daniels, and who carries on the tradition of truly handmade watchmaking to this day.