The Next Rolex? Are TAG Heuer Watches Any Good? $500 Watch vs. $5,000 Watch

The Next Rolex? Are TAG Heuer Watches Any Good? $500 Watch vs. $5,000 Watch - Is It Worth It?

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In this video, I tackle even more of your burning questions on topics ranging from $500 watch movements to my preferred brand and style of boots.
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0:00 - Intro & Organization
1:05 - The Next Rolex?
3:34 - $500 vs. $500 Watch Movements
7:53 - What’s Up With Tag Heuer?
10:58 - Which Defunct Watch Brand Deserves A Comeback?
12:21 - Handling Watch Snobs
13:23 - Are The Major Players Untouchable?
15:49 - Teddy’s Favorite Boots
16:45 - Changes In The KZfaq Watch Community
18:45 - Brand Ambassadors

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@tubesteen Жыл бұрын

Tag Heuer is underrated with the watch nerds. They got a great racing history.

@stu1002 Жыл бұрын

I think Teddy slightly underplays the Brand Value of TAG Heuer in relation to motorsport in particular. If you're into motorsport, then TAG Heuer's associations with Formula 1 and Le Mans in particular are absolutely iconic and give it a massive prestige edge over other watches in that market segment. For me, as a petrolhead who's favourite film was "Le Mans" as kid, with the Steve McQueen connections, the Monaco was absolutely my Grail watch - bar none - and I'm thrilled to own one. I guess that's going to be specific to a certain segment of watch buyers, but a lot of people who are into watches like engineering, and therefore are also into cars and motorsport. If you have an interest in both then TAG Heuer is an absolute obvious choice.

@Subrosa60 Жыл бұрын

Great pieces..

@CaptainWillard830 Жыл бұрын

Right on. I own a Monaco because it’s connection to Steve McQueen, because Steve was a Marine like me, and TAGs were gifted to me by my wife over a 22 year Marine Corps career. I got a TAG when I got promoted in Rank. From 1st Lieutenant to Lieutenant Colonel

@robertbridges517 Жыл бұрын

The question is whether they are living on their past or pushing ahead. Car-wise, I am "stuck" in the past with 917's , 512M's, and so so much history. Remember the analog drum computers used in rallying? Still, TAG IS forever linked to motorsports just as Omega with Bond and Apollo. So be it and enjoy.

@dgdave2673 11 ай бұрын

Yeah, but are they the same as they were during their heyday ! That’s the issue with TH right now.

@lov.2.g 8 ай бұрын

Nah tag is lame ❤

@thisisanfield7085 Жыл бұрын

I’ve had a Tag aqua racer for 25 years… Have worn it every day. I’ve serviced it 3 times in that period. It works perfectly and is still in immaculate condition. It’s still sparkling like the first day I took it out of the box. I’ll hand it down to my boy when he turns 18 next year and I will be replacing it with the new version. 🎉

@sajithalexander Жыл бұрын

Love the story man.

@mileshigh2977 Жыл бұрын

Just got myself an Aqua racer. Love it also. Hope to have a similar story as yours in 25 years!

@SergioooFerretti Жыл бұрын

Love the aqua racer too. Imho Tags are underappreciated

@jweskieswatchstraps2554 Жыл бұрын

Love hearing these stories. Legacy on the wrist. Wear with pride.

@chexnfx7161 Жыл бұрын

Awesome! That’s amazing that you’ve had it that long. Does your son know you’re going to do this? Has he admired it/into watches over the years?

@degenerateWA Жыл бұрын

You said it perfectly: "these things are not needed". It's important to understand that the focus on the ultimate high end in price/performance comes from an obsession and not from realistic day-to-day requirements. It really all just depends on what the individual prioritizes as a watch enthusiast.

@kabysummit5801 7 ай бұрын

I love my Citizen $500 world chronograph atomic time radio controlled watch that's ultra accurate, as much as my $17K Panerai submersible blu abisso bronze work of art. But yeah, the Citizen is my go to on the daily, while the Panerai is weekend and special occasions. Definitely nice to have basis.

@DDOO228 Жыл бұрын

I have the Tag Carrera for 16yrs now and I wear it every single day. It still works immaculately

@disaar3679 Жыл бұрын

My casio runs good too.

@tricky92x Жыл бұрын

@@disaar3679 My Casio (G Shock) and GS also run well ;-)

@jasonlee4814 Ай бұрын

$10 watch does the same

@craigriley9892 Жыл бұрын

Teddy always has well thought out, seemingly unbiased takes on all watch topics. Love his videos.

@JustinfromNJ Жыл бұрын

Thanks Teddy for the great discussion! Appreciate the insight as I look to make a small collection for myself. I've started with two Timex Marlin's and just knowing what's going on underneath the dial brings me great joy. Also, Color #8 has to be one of the greatest discoveries. Just got a pair of Thursday Vanguards in the color and it's just stunning.

@ianmorrison9480 Жыл бұрын

Wow, thoroughly enjoyed this video, they were all good questions and very soberly and honestly replied to. Well done, keep it up.

@christopherjohnson4276 Жыл бұрын

Teddy this was a great video, you covered so many topics in a short amount of time. Thank you! ⌚️

@SirRobbins Жыл бұрын

I go for the Tag Formula 1 watches as a racing fan and have been collecting the one off releases like the gulf racing F1 and the Indy 500 editions. Their 2020 Indy 500 was a stunning piece and will likely stay with me forever.

@pissedatyoko Жыл бұрын

I feel the same about the Red Bull F1....instant love and no other looks good to me in comparison.

@jonmy357 Жыл бұрын

Great video! Thanks for being honest about your thoughts on these subjects. You and The Urban Gentry are two of my most trusted sources on watches.

@SuperCheeseknight Жыл бұрын

Fantastic video again Teddy! learnt so much from watching your channel. It would be cool if you can share the behind the scene on your research and making your videos!

@mikemelvin207 Жыл бұрын

Great content Teddy. Thanks for listening to your subscribers and sharing the input.

@Markpaul9 Жыл бұрын

As a massive watch enthusiast Teddy is miles ahead of the competition in terms of content, and always on point with technical and market info. Just great!

@jonclassical5710 Жыл бұрын

Spot on commentary on the "next Rolex".....succinct history of what has/is/might happen...very good vlog Teddy...love the Q&A format!

@DannistylezTV Жыл бұрын

👏 I love the answer for the difference between a $500 vs a $5000 thanks it was really enlightening in my road to understand better the watch world.

@andrewbowden386 Жыл бұрын

Teddy, for me you are my number one go to channel for everything watches! Ive been in this hobby for a year now and your depth and breadth of knowledge, combined with such a likeable delivery, makes your videos an absolute pleasure to watch. Well done and keep them coming!

@itsallrobbish Жыл бұрын

Yet again, a great video that shows how clued up someone like you, Teddy, is. Be well, too man…..can’t believe how much I agree with all your points. I started watching watch videos just before the ‘second wave’ of reviewers came through and what a great wave? Some real talent there. There is a one watch collection term out there, and for me, you’re the one watch reviewer out there is probably you, but I love to see all sorts of content…….Elle, Jody, Jory, Urban Gentry, our Irish friend from Venezia…….the list goes on and the traditional watch business types like Federico, I just love watches since the mid 70s. Keep up the great work, Teddy!

@craig2100 Жыл бұрын

Great review, thanks for the replies. That's what makes the industry so interesting. There's so much to choose from. I also agree that Universal G would be a wonderful comeback if they would return to what they once were. I wear my Father's and love the simple form it provides.

@Jessejesselewis Жыл бұрын

I absolutely love the Tag Monaco but due to its design it sort of stands on its own. When it comes to their other lines I agree with Teddy; they’re kind of hard to pick over a Tudor, Oris, etc in the same price range.

@wdstauter8429 Жыл бұрын

You are correct on the addition of good shoes as another rabbit hole. I love my Allen Edmonds. I was happy to hear you mention Shinola. I love the bicycle shop backstory. I bought my wife one for Christmas.

@Landmantx Жыл бұрын

My first nice watch was a TagH from the 1990’s. I love the brand for that reason and wore that watch out. Since then I haven’t added any more Tag watches into the collection. Someday, I would be glad to add another and always think of adding the Gulf colorway as it is cool to me.

@DuaneElverum Жыл бұрын

Hey Teddy - I do mentoring and creative process work and we think a lot about when someone's energy seems higher or brighter. I think that happens for you in this kind of Q&A format in partucular, and I bet most viewers would agree. Love all your stuff and love getting the depth and breadth of your knowledge with us so quickly with this one. Expert in action. Thanks.

@rbrtmllr 9 ай бұрын

Watches should suit your personal tastes. I have a TAG Heuer Carrera stainless with a kinetic (automatic) movement exposed with a sapphire back. It is a marvel to look at the technical wonder of the movement--more watches should offer this! The durable materials, heirloom construction, waste-free mechanical design (no batteries), and understated elegance fit my personality perfectly. I absolutely love it. I also understand why someone would choose a watch for fashion, precious materials, branding, etc. To each their own; watch selection is purely subjective once prices start getting lofty.

@brandonjzorn1620 Жыл бұрын

I am a former Porsche mechanic and Porsche Racer, I spent 10 years at the race track. So I am very familiar with Tag, in fact, I would like to add a Tag Heuer to my collection, based solely on their connection to motorsports.

@sholemepstein Жыл бұрын

Tag Heuer was my first luxury watch. I bought it in the early 1980s (yes I'm older than dirt) and I loved it. The watch was a Formula 1 two tone with a black face and bezel with gold highlights, beautiful. In the intervening years Tag fell off my personal radar not that I think there is anything wrong with them but other brands have caught my eye and watch dollars.

@ixnorp4270 Жыл бұрын

A Tag was my first luxury watch too, given to me as a gift from my then girlfriend in the early nineties. Mostly to celebrate the end of PGW-I (we were both military). Still have the watch, and it still runs. And you can bet I still have my girlfriend too. We've been married for almost 30 years. After all, ya gotta marry someone who would facilitate this kind of craziness........

@Thetoad738 Жыл бұрын

My dad got me a Formula 1 for my 18th birthday in 1989. Green and Red. I wanted that colorway because my favorite cycling team was sponsored by Tag back then. I still own it. It stopped working a few years ago, so I still need to get it repaired. Hopefully, one day.

@travlishallingquest5719 Жыл бұрын

@@ixnorp4270 What branch did you all serve in? Congratulations on 30+ years.

@jasonlee4814 Ай бұрын

Tag is not really considered as luxury tho

@sholemepstein Ай бұрын

@@jasonlee4814 Disagree, most consider them a one of the entries to luxury watches.

@JL-OnwardandUpward Жыл бұрын

My very first "entry level" watch is a Tag Heuer from 2011 when I got my mba. I will always keep it, love the links braclet and blue dial.

@MrKodsine Жыл бұрын

I haven't come across this kind of watch related videos. I liked it - make more of these 👍

@Kbo513 Жыл бұрын

JLC’s price hikes have been insane in the last year and half. Reverso Medium Small seconds increased from $6500 in 2021 to $8850 USD now. Same watch with no movement upgrade.

@blackwood3243 Жыл бұрын

That's a joke. I owen a Reverso medium thin (still in mint condition) and I think I only paid a little over $5k just a few years ago. The watch is great, but not worth the money you said. I'm just sick and tired of seeing the price of everything sky rocketing, which seems like every day.

@Kbo513 Жыл бұрын

@@blackwood3243 Richemont Group playing with the watch hype with these boutique exclusives, one shots/limited editions, and these massive price hikes.

@113uineo Жыл бұрын

have a small doubt are there any watches which complete the rotation of minute hand around dail in 45 min ,30 min instead of hour ,are there any watches with settings, digital or analog in which we can make it run (make it fast or slow(ex per say completing rotation in 39 min or 87 min instead of 60 min))

@blackwood3243 Жыл бұрын

@@113uineo Yeah, I think there is some mix up, the prices seem to have gone up on many of the Reverso models about a grand though.

@113uineo Жыл бұрын

@@blackwood3243 sir u didn't understand my question, iam asking abt watches with such features

@henriksm9215 Жыл бұрын

Great video, your best Q&A yet!

@HEMANCHOPRA Жыл бұрын

Great video as ever! Just curious what's the reference for the Black G Shock in the video! Many thanks

@danuartaarjuna3938 Жыл бұрын

Very enjoyable to watch. Keep it up 💯

@sheldorleconcher8870 Жыл бұрын

Love these Q&A episodes!

@agill2103 Жыл бұрын

This is very good content. Well done Teddy

@truthwisdom Жыл бұрын

A great video from a great watch expert! Thank you Teddy

@stonec2166 Жыл бұрын

Excellent as always Teddy

@allenb4823 Жыл бұрын

You are so good at this Teddy!

@charliesomoza5918 Жыл бұрын

Very articulate, valuable and precise video and very pair of boots anyway.Thanks Teddy!!

@ralphyoung9482 Жыл бұрын

Another excellent presentation. I really enjoyed this Q&A. Thanks.

@erizzle67 Жыл бұрын

My favorite two watches are a Steeldive automatic and the Casio Duro (with steel bracelet). The Steeldive was $130 and I spent $50 on two other bracelets. It’s very accurate. But if you’re looking for accuracy, the Casio is always on the exact second. Every daylight savings round it’s maybe off by two seconds. My favorite boots are the Johnston and Murphy Italian - specifically the 27-1836 which I don’t think they even make anymore.

@ericwaraujo Жыл бұрын

This is a great format. Gives a sense of a bigger picture.

@lanceglass5415 Жыл бұрын

Hi Teddy, I love your channel, it’s the best laid out videos and the graphics are on point. I am an avid watch collector and your information is fantastic. One thing , can you get a manicure( no polish) try buffing since you are doing close up shots on your hands. Thanks Lance

@firminshepherd4834 Жыл бұрын

Very on-point and down-to-earth video, mirroring the presenter. Big fan of the channel- I remember well when there were very few watch-content producers out there. Today Teddy is right on the cutting edge, doing an outstanding job. If I lived in the States I'd be a regular customer. (Nice touch with the boots!)

@113uineo Жыл бұрын

@bt3750 Жыл бұрын

Teddy doesn't cover Tag Heuer much because he doesn't sell them.

@timsmith3587 Жыл бұрын

Excellent presentation, thanks.

@she_loves_watches Жыл бұрын

Great content Teddy…. Thanks!

@alexabney7913 Жыл бұрын

It’s been really nice having the powermatic 80 watch as daily wear. It lets me rotate in my other watches with 40 ish hour reserves without having to set two watches every time

@jackieshields Жыл бұрын

It’s true. Tissot = $775 and a TAG with the same movement is $2250.

@mikewikstrom9506 Жыл бұрын

so informative!

@SoCalWatchReviews Жыл бұрын

Keep up the amazing content 👏

@scottbertelson352 Жыл бұрын

Great installment and appreciated the questions. Especially enjoyed the early video close-ups of the blue OP (love the model) and 36mm Explorer (always classy). On the subject of $500 v $5000, spot-on feedback: I have both, and the 70hr vs. ~40hr makes a difference when you come back from a weekend and have to set it all over again, as well as realizing you’re late for a meeting because the $500 lost over 2 minutes cumulatively over a week. My $500 is now just the weekend watch and it’s COSC/Metas or nothing for my daily wearer.

@MrKinghuman Жыл бұрын

you couldnt check your iphone to see if youre late for a meeting? two minutes late, what a tragedy. lol.

@stevewarner8686 Жыл бұрын

I bought my first good watch yesterday...Oris Diver 65 Hodinkee edition with 400 movement... can't wait to receive it! Thanks for your all of your content.

@TimG-- Жыл бұрын

I love Tag Heuer. New CEO is going to be a good one. Changing the company Nice video mate 🥃

@113uineo Жыл бұрын

@Boyahda Жыл бұрын

Vintage Heuers are among my favorite watches

@rsenior7140 Жыл бұрын

I have the Tag Hauer Tiger Woods watch. My wife got it for me many years ago. Still one of my favorites to wear. Recently serviced and it looks brand new.

@Tequilasaur Жыл бұрын

Absolutely agreed about Universal Geneve. Especially would be glad to see a reincarnation of their "FS" railroad watch, it was beautiful

@billcore6295 Жыл бұрын

Really good video 📹 👌 very informative and presented well

@Salikaan Жыл бұрын

Agree with you on TAG, they make nice time pieces always have. I own a Link Chrono from 2010 it's accurate and a very nice piece. But as you said the price range TAG is in today is utlra competitive and there are a TON of other options to go with. I have liked the Heuer Carrera releases but they also have jumped up in price and makes me wonder if TAG's hoping to branch into a higher tier of watchmaking.

@syedrehanfida Жыл бұрын

Please title the video as Q&A at the start. It makes it easier to tell apart from watch reviews. I love this series!

@trinity3422 Жыл бұрын

Pure class as always Teddy. Personally, I love seeing someone wearing a Longines, Tag, or an Oris than someone wearing a Rolex. I remember that Adrien was defining “Luxury” in a video months ago and said Omega wasn’t luxury and Rolex was because they’re harder to get. But I see more people out in the wild wearing Rolex than any other brand. They’re also obviously selling more watches than any other brand so maybe they aren’t as hard to get as we’d like to say. I was offered a Sub from my AD a few months ago and I turned it down.

@olciaw4513 Жыл бұрын

Hi Teddy, your content is great. I was wondering why u never mention Roamer watches? Are these not good for the price? Thanks

@johnbartholomew4919 Жыл бұрын

I was happy to see Teddy’s comments regarding TAG Heuer on some of their watches. My second favourite watch that I have is a reissued classic “Heuer Carrera” 3-hand automatic with a perforated leather strap, bought in 2001. It is a very nice looking watch. Being a car and motor sports enthusiast, I really like this watch’s connection to the sport, and it is a great match when driving my old German sports car.

@thegraciefighter102 Жыл бұрын

Some of the watches are good designs for sure but tag have lost their way - poor quality, pricing, marketing and lying about their movements.

@SuicideVan Жыл бұрын

I've got a Calibre 16 chronograph for the same reason, it matched the silver/black with red accents of my Kawasaki. It's a great watch, the Kawasaki didn't survive the crash, I barely did with nine broken bones, but the Tag still works perfectly.

@athleticgeek1 Жыл бұрын

Some of the watches I wear frequetly in my collection include an Explorer II, GMT II Coke, TAG Cal 16 Titanium in black/beige w/leather strap, and Oris Aquis 400 in steel/blue. I get far more unsolicited compliments on the TAG than the Rolexes or Oris. The TAG just so happens to match the black/beige of my german sports car too so yeah, us motor heads like TAGs.

@brianpercival1829 Жыл бұрын

Always a pleasure watching your videos Teddy. I'm not constantly hitting mute when music is injected in the video. Then there are the unwatchable music over voice....WHY? Great talk about watches and questions answered. Some made me think and you had good answers. Also what is the perfect boot, never gave it much of a thought till now.

@113uineo Жыл бұрын

@jeanfortin1250 Жыл бұрын

Well done Teddy, as usual.

@tekguyphoto Жыл бұрын

I love my Tag F1 quartz. So precise. Have a Mido and going for a Longines GMT next but an Automatic Tag will be my gift on my 55th. Looking forward to it.

@drewdurbin4968 Жыл бұрын

The longines spirit zulu is an amazing GMT

@tonywirth6722 Жыл бұрын

Excellent to see a watch person discuss shoes 😊

@ronnienes Жыл бұрын

I was looking for a vintage dress watch and then I saw Knives Out. It tipped me towards Omegas and I bought a vintage Omega 1950s Seamaster, at least in part due to that coincidence. Obviously that didn’t make Omega the company any money, but it is my first Omega watch, so you never know where that goes in the future (actually I do know where it will go)

@peasantstimekeeper Жыл бұрын

Im very happy to hear you mention Shinola. I understand some peoples dislike of the brand. But i also feel most of those people are only repeating what theyve heard someone else say and dont actually have any experience with the brand. I love my Shinola and am proud to have it in my collection.

@113uineo Жыл бұрын

@johnrichardson1796 8 ай бұрын

Excellent information 👍

@cohan.forcer Жыл бұрын

Great stuff!

@lcm6091 Жыл бұрын

Teddy, another great video…. Thanks FYI … I own a UG Senna, in 2016 I was able to purchase additional links from UG in Switzerland

@josephburton3232 Жыл бұрын

Agreed on the goodyear welted boots. You can easily fall down the rabbit hole quickly! On the plus side, they're a lot cheaper than watches. I love Parkhurst myself.

@cmdreftilon9786 Жыл бұрын

Great video Teddy. I thought i am also immune against ambassadors and product placement marketing, but to be honest, since i watched John Travolta in Pelham 123 and Leo Di Caprio in Blood Diamond i am hooked to Breitling.

@cliffwheeler7357 Жыл бұрын

By pure coincidence I clicked onto Teddy's channel on the day I am wearing my only TAG Heuer. It's a Formula 1 Calibre 7 GMT. I purchased it in 2015, and I am very pleased with it. It has been totally reliable, and gains only two or three seconds a day. At a distance with the blue and black bezel it could be mistaken for a batman, which does put me off wearing it in London. Then Teddy mentioned Universal Geneve. I have a 1946 dress watch made by that company. It is made from 9 carat gold and is rather small by modern tastes, but it still looks stunning.

@diwiradharma Жыл бұрын

That TAG Heuer Formula 1 Calibre 7 GMT is my daily watch, from gardening, cooking, board meeting to swimming in the beach. It gives me a little joy every time I put it on ! Love it !

@c.f.g.2837 Жыл бұрын

I have the Tag Heuer Monaco and really love the design and heritage of it. It is maybe the only watch I would buy another one in a different scheme such as the Gulf version.

@TommyRibs Жыл бұрын

Monaco, Carrera and Autavia are all great.

@c.f.g.2837 Жыл бұрын

@@TommyRibs I agree. I would like to add a Carrera to my collection but looking to add from another brand first.

@jweskieswatchstraps2554 Жыл бұрын

Love the Monaco too.

@alex2204veles Жыл бұрын

Monaco is my favorite Watch :)

@tricky92x Жыл бұрын

I have the Calibre 11 in my collection, and would consider the Dark Lord at some point if I doubled the size of my collection (currently at 10).

@kevalmain5730 Жыл бұрын

Amazing video! You really picked up good questions ❤

@113uineo Жыл бұрын

have a small doubt are there any watches which complete the rotation of minute hand around dail in 45 min ,30 min instead of hour ,are there any watches with settings, digital or analog in which we can make it run as we wish (make it fast or slow(ex per say completing rotation in 39 min or 87 min instead of 60 min)))

@brenoalthoff Жыл бұрын

Great content Teddy, keep it up!

@113uineo Жыл бұрын

@Angelbonilla1982 Жыл бұрын

Great vid!!!

@seandomer Жыл бұрын

@teddybaldassare can you review the mido baroncelli chronometer? Either the white dial or the white slate? Not much info out there. Thanks

@SamS-lp7kp Жыл бұрын

Hi Teddy, Thanks for keeping us all informed. I have a short question for you. Out of these ones, which watch would have the most oomph and best finishing: 1) Rado Captian Cook. 2) Oris Divers 65 3) Christopher Ward C65 4) Mido Ocean Star Thanks for your time, in advance. Sam (Australia).

@Zeitlost Жыл бұрын

My first and only expenive watch is a Omega SMP300. I think it will stay my only expensive watch in my collection. On a daily base i use my G Shocks, Casios, Seikos and my PRX.

@pt192 Жыл бұрын

Can’t go wrong with the SMP300. Hope you’re enjoying it!

@TCTriangle Жыл бұрын

Nice choice! It's not my only expensive watch, but after getting my Omega SMP300 I don't want or need any other dive watch for my collection

@Mrjohnatsea Жыл бұрын

My Seamaster 300 M titanium ref 2231.50.00 of over 14 years is the same for me. Got a Hamiton, Seiko 007 and G Shocks for knocking around.

@diavalus Жыл бұрын

To be honest, if you got the SMP300, other watches won’t make sense anymore as the SMP300 has a great value for money.

@spittinvenom9843 Жыл бұрын

@@diavalus mine is almost 20 years old, electric blue dial. It takes a beating.

@valle1959 Жыл бұрын

I would love to see you talking about the Cartier Tortue Monopoussoir, i just totally fell in love with the design

@michaelgraber2089 Жыл бұрын

My vote for next Rolex is the Breightling Premier line. The Pistachio B09, the Copper Datora, and Blue Duograph are just stunningly beautiful and feel like incredible high quality watches. Visited a boutique with Breightling/Omega side by side. The Omega Chrono start/stop at 3:00 felt like breaking a chicken leg. The Breightling Chrono movements felt like butter. The Breightling Premier movement innovation at the price point is nothing short of amazing. With Breightling pulling back the number of retail stores should also increase the feel of exclusivity over time. My only hesitation of buying a Breightling Premier new is the haircut you take today in the secondary market. But hopefully in the long term these watches get discovered for the masterpieces they really are.

@kentuckygreg4725 Жыл бұрын

Have a Universal from around 1960(it was my father's). I remember seeing adds in magazines for the polerouters.

@andrewswink5825 Жыл бұрын

Teddy, any thoughts on the PT5000 movement? I have a beater Cronos with said movement and it only loses about 5-10 seconds/day. The PT5000 was the first Chinese movement to be certified by Landschutte (sp) Observatory as being certified chronometer. Again, thoughts?

@alanstein3394 Жыл бұрын

My Tag Heuer series 1000 which I purchased in 1991 is still working beautifully. It may be a quartz but the only money I’ve spent on this watch was the initial $450 plus battery changes every four or so years, pressure checks, replacement gaskets and maybe four or five routine servicings. Watch snobs be damned; this was one of the hottest watches of the 1980s and early 1990s. Unfortunately, Tag Heuer discontinued the 1000 late in 1992 and rolled out the series 1500 which didn’t exactly set the holographic world on fire. Yes, the 1000 was a Rolex Submariner homage but with a Jubilee bracelet. Classic!

@justinlowe337 Жыл бұрын

I have always liked watches and it wasn't until I was researching Tissot and Christopher Ward as companies to purchase a watch for my brothers wedding gift , that I realized there was a watch community! I think Teddy was one of the first ones that came up, and then I saw Watchfinder, and was watching that Irish guy for awhile (he's really funny when hes discussing God Tier watches!) All of this was last year and now I have seen so many people who do reviews but I have been able to learn so MUCH in regards to watches. I am glad that more people have begun to make videos as now I am more informed and can make better purchases. I decided to buy my brother the Tissot Le Locle Powermatic 80. White dial and Leather strap was too beautiful to pass up! He really enjoys it and now that he has an Automatic, I need to dive in and buy myself one. Teddy discussed the MIDO Oceanstar GMT on his channel once and I have decided that will be my first!

@philippestrickler3461 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for take time to answer to subscrbers. i hope that in the future, i will be able to post questions in "good english" . i am glad to learn with each of your video .

@williamjacobs9065 Жыл бұрын

I purchased a new Tag Heuer Professional 200 meters in 1993 (980.613B). I saw it on the wrist of an employee at an audit client and asked him about it. I purchased the same model shortly thereafter for $300. I had Tag perform a complete service on the watch last year including replacing the crystal for another $300. It's my only wristwatch and I have had no problems. The new 300 meter Tags are around $2,000 which is too high for my pocketbook.

@williamsmith9561 Жыл бұрын

I'm new to your channel, Teddy. A very interesting video. So much stupidity on other channels that gets in the way of the content. I'm glad I subscribed. I even like the quality of the comments from the people here.

@simmupilli5513 Жыл бұрын

Teddy, I love these! You should do them more often! And you can be more brutal!

@DannistylezTV Жыл бұрын

🙋🏻‍♂️ Someone know What’s the model for the LONGINES at the minute 9:43? It looks sick

@ML66B Жыл бұрын

I’ve gone from 4 to 40 since I started “watching” you (and Jody). Cheers from Scotland Teddy 🤣

@snowman01 Жыл бұрын

15:49 Teddy, it was great to hear about your boots. I'd love to know if you're into any other premium wear such as selvedge denim, or high quality garments manufactured in the USA, UK, Japan, Australia etc.

@113uineo Жыл бұрын

I have a small doubt are there any watches which complete the rotation of minute hand around dail in 45 min ,30 min instead of hour ,are there any watches with settings, digital or analog in which we can make it run (make it fast or slow(ex per say completing rotation in 39 min or 87 min instead of 60 min))

@rafaelmangual6478 Жыл бұрын

As always a great video. Yours right, I think most watch collectors have other addictions,. Shoes, clothes, guitars...whatever. in my case it's clothes and sunglasses. I do stay in my lane and I don't buy too many sunglasses though. If I did it cut into my watch budget...lol.

@tahaagharokh9462 Жыл бұрын

Wow, another chance. Thank you Gary and good luck everybody😊

@syniekos Жыл бұрын

Hi Teddy - speaking of the Polerouter, have you seen the PRS-54 by Smiths (a 'rebooted' British watch company) ?

@jesusthenotorius6991 Жыл бұрын

I have not had very good luck with Tag Heuer time pieces. The first one flat out stopped working after about a week. They were awesome and actually just exchanged it for a new one. Over time I noticed if I set the time, after about 4 days it was about 3-4 minutes behind. And that was wearing it 14 hours a day. After that, I would never buy another one. At that price point there are other watches that are much better quality. Today's Tag Heuer watches do not compare to vintage Heuer watches. Now that was a great time piece!

@Grodd70 Жыл бұрын

Great video Mr. Baldassarre. I very much enjoyed the $500 to $5000 watch segment. I have a few different Swiss watches ranging from $600- up to $5000. I am no watch expert, but in my 50 plus years on this planet I have learned that things usually cost more for a reason. As in some other products (that I am more familiar with) I have found as the price goes up the gap gets smaller. Meaning if you buy a $200 watch and compare that to a $5000 watch the gap is going to be huge in terms of fit finish, movements, crystal vs glass, actual gold parts etc. Comparing that $5000 to a $3000 watch the gap becomes very small. I tell this to sportsman or birdwatchers looking into optics a $50 binocular to a $2500 binocular is going to be drastic in terms of light gathering, crisp image, build quality ect. $1000 to $2500 not much of a difference, still better quality perhaps better warranties. My advice is always save for something a bit longer and buy the best that you can afford.

@intractablemaskvpmGy Жыл бұрын

Also applicable to footwear as Teddy indicated. A good pair of pricey boots (which are repairable) will last a lifetime vs the multiple pairs of cheap boots and shoes you will buy and dispose of in the landfill. Same goes for sheets, pillows and mattresses- something you spend a third of your life using

@theumbrellaman2954 Жыл бұрын

The value of the product relative to the return on investment is something you should take into account; diminishing returns are important. Buy something that approaches the upper limit of diminishing returns until the cliff falls off to incremental improvements that vary much more starkly with cost. When you enter the luxury watch price range, it's 100% an aesthetic choice, especially in the era of dive computers and modern mountain altimeter digital watches. I think that the luxury market clouds things to an extent, and that's disappointing.

@rexha5204 Жыл бұрын

I may stray from you sometimes but I'll always come back to you Teddy. Ps definitely not a stalker.😁

@SubToTripleThreatRC Жыл бұрын

Great video, well done! What do you think of the Raymond Weil brand of watches? I never hear them mentioned. I picked up their Nabucco (with carbon fiber) several years ago. Just wondering why I don't hear much about them? Thank you in advance for your reply.