Watches recommended: 1) Oris Big Crown Pro Pilot. 1:08 2) Seiko Sarb 033. 3:06 3) Citizen Eco-Drive Promaster Tough. 3:41 4) Seiko Alpinist Sarb 017. 4:45 6a) Rolex 1016 Explorer. 6:50 6b) Rolex Date 1500. 8:20 7) Grand Seiko Snowflake. 9:20 8) Rolex Submariner (vintage). 10:33 9) Heuer Monaco. 11:05 (His comment: "This is one of the only good watches Tag still makes." lol). 10) Serica WWW Field watch. 12:09 (made by the author of the book "A Man & His Watch") Also mentioned: - Omega Speedmaster Pro 11:49

Timex Weekender. Goes with everything, don't have to baby it, and it comes with the added bonus of being able to hear it from 50 feet away. You can literally sit in a dark room and listen to your life tick away, and its indiglo is second to none.

Covid19... all of a sudden the ‘day’ complication is a lot more valuable...

Honerable mentions: Casio Oceanus S100, Hamilton Khaki Field Auto (38mm) Hamilton Khaki King, Tudor BB 36, 41 or 58, Omega Aqua Terra, Stowa Flieger Type A. Sinn 556i, Sinn 104

Other one-watch-collection watches: Omega Seamaster. Brosnan and Craig are as cool as Connery, and the modern coaxial Seamaster is an amazing watch. Hamtun Nanok: a lovely microbrand 3-hander with a day-date Selita movement. Designed to be a one-watch-collection watch, and succeeds, for around $500! Hopefully the 2nd edition will be coming to Kickstarter in 2020. Rolex Datejust 36: For the same reasons as the Oysterdate 34, just a hair bigger. Tissot PR100 COSC: a 2824-based COSC chronometer with date for under $300? Yes please.

Omega Aquaterra Would work in this list I reckon.

My pick would be the Sinn 556. It has 200m water resistance, low pressure resistance, and antimagnetic as per German DIN standards, as well as being built like a tank, so you don't need to worry about beating it up. 38.5mm diameter and a 46mm lug to lug is a perfect size for almost everyone. Comes with a Selita SW-200 which is a proven rock solid and easy to service movement (older models came with an ETA 2824-2). On the bracelet, it's a great sporty option for everyday, and in the evening you can swap it onto a leather strap for a dressier look. There's multiple different dial options, so you can get the 556a variant if you want more of a strictly sporty look, the 556i for a beautiful, clean, do it all look, and the 556i B for a look that leans a little dressier while still being a no nonsense tool watch. All that for a little under $1100 on strap or $1300 on bracelet. An amazing one watch, especially on the fantastic Sinn H-link bracelet.

Casio F91W - ten dollars - done.

I've never been able to figure out how to verbalize my watch style other than just saying I like boring watches. 😁 This video brought me to the realization that I like one-watch-collection-type watches. Thanks T3! 🙂

MAN YOU'VE DONE IT AGAIN SOME BRILLIANT WATCHES I HAVE NEVER THOUGHT OF IN THAT CONTEXT CHEERS BUD 👍

How the hell can you do a “one watch collection” list and NOT have the Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra on it????????

I think the Omega Aqua Terra with either the sapphire blue dial or the green dial would make a great single watch collection. Simple face and can be classy on either a leather or bracelet strap.

Nice list! However my opinion is that if you are going to only have 1 watch you need more variability/options/use cases. Most of the watches featured here are too simple, with one or none complications, no bezels, low water resistance, etc. If you are only going to have 1 watch I think the following should be considered: 1) Common lug width: 20mm/22mm - to allow for maximum strap options 2) At least 200 Meter water resistance: to allow for maximum use cases and longevity in case of accidental water exposure 3) Common internals/Mainstream build: to allow for easy repairs in the event it's needed, after all it's your only watch (for example good luck getting a Grand Sieko repaired by your local watchmaker) 4) Complications: At least one complication, two or three would probably be better long term. (day, date, GMT would probably be most useful for most) 5) Swapable/Modable - If you get a watch you can swap parts on easily then you can change the look and some functionality of it significantly. For example a lot of Seiko's are modable and also the Orient Mako USA II (and other orients) are modable as well. You can change dials, bezels, bezel inserts, sapphire upgrades/changes, etc. In my opinion if you only have one watch you have to have maximum customizable options so that you can change it over time if desired. People change, their desires changes, their interests changes, their hobbies change, their jobs change, where they live changes, etc. When those things change you need to match your new environment, you need to match your new personality, etc. You can't do that if you have only 1 watch that isn't modable. I recommend one of the several modable Seiko's (like the SKX007) or the Orient Mako USA II (or similar product line from orient). You can check KZfaq for mod's people have done. Most mod parts can range from $40-$150 dollars. If you buy a watch for $200-$400 then later upgrade/mod it for another $200 you can have yourself a one of a kind time piece that is diverse enough to transcend changes in your life.

Sinn 556a, antimagnetic, 200 meters, low pressure, 38.5 mm, great legibility, great on a strap or on a bracelet. Beats many of the watches in the video

Citizen EcoDrive Blue Angels Chronograph, just replace the band with similarly coloured nato strap is my go to watch for almost every occasions. I would wear one daily if I don't need a much better lumination on my job. So a casio royale does the trick for that.

The Serica looks delightful, you've hit on something there. Would have also included a Sinn to your list and the BB 58, which can look dressier than a Sub.

Seiko Alpinist and Citizen Promaster Tough are my go to watches.

One watch for me would be the Bell & Ross BR V2-93. 41mm round case holding an ETA based movement with a date and GMT complication. Threaded crown for 100m resistance, rotating bezel, and domed sapphire. All still only coming in at 12mm thick. Buy it with the bracelet and get some straps for all occasions. Perfect.

The Seiko sarb017 can really be that one watch depending on how you dress it. Mine is on a two-tone gold angus jubilee and it’s perfect.

My "one watch collection" is an Oyster Perpetual white face 39mm. IMO it's simple, elegant, classic, versatile, symmetrical, no thrills/complications... Perfect for my everyday watch - I love it 👌🏼

I lost it when you said “TOUGH!!” 🤣

Good show man, I own a Rolex OP in gold and I absolutely love it as my one watch. From church to grilling steaks outside, this watch keeps perfect time and I forget I’m wearing it, so comfortable.

Great video as usual!! I'm a Land Surveyor and if I could only have 1 watch IDK if any of these 10 would survive for 1 year. We're working in the swamp and mountains of Virginia and all points in between and the only watch that I've found that is tough enough for the abuse is the G Shock. I would be happy with any of the 10 on this list I just wouldn't be able to utilize them for work.

Love your series and looking forward to more! My top 10 super affordable collection suggestion : 1. Casio G shock DW5600E - rectangle shape. Quartz 2. Seiko 5 - sport field watch - brushed metal round shape / black dial, try it with a leather strap. 3. Timex Marlin - hand winding - try the champaign dial with a black nato strap! 4. Quanqin automatic - GJ16106 - homage to Nomos white dial with blie hands and power reserve indicator - try it with a blue leather band. Killer price on gearbest. 5. Dan Henry 1970 - automatic - no hacking - I think it NH35 inside, beutiful build quality! 6. Samsung gear S3 - try it on a brown leather strap. - digital smart watch obviously. Every collection needs One! 7. Swatch System 51 - try the blue dial - you are getting a swiss automatic at a killer price ! 8. Islander - from Marc at longisland watches. Try the pepsi dial 38mm, elements of the seiko skx007. Awesome value for 299 USD. Probably expensive for my list! 9. Titan Edge quartz supper thin rectangle brushed metal case - this is an Indian watch! I still do not understand why these guys don't sell on amazon! Of course if you are of Indian origin ... You gotta have one Titan in the collection. 10. Omega seamaster .. ok not cheap! Nuff said ... Ciao , P

Would you wanna get a 1016 wet? I dunno, I’m not sure a vintage Rolex 1016 is any more “one watch” than a Moonwatch tbh. You’d have to be some kinda loaded to swim in a 1016. You’d have a diver or some other modern watch if you had that IMO. It’s a watch that has to be in a collection for me. Really interesting list on the whole none the less!

I also LOVE my Oceanus Casio OCW-100, it's gorgeous and makes a fabulous daily

This question made me realise I am not a pro diver, moto racer, sailor, soldier, mechanic or merchant banker. I'm a surfer and that took me to an offering called "Weret". Such a good question to focus the watch lovers mind :-)

Thanks for posting T3. I'd be adding the Sinn 556 to that list. Beautiful 38.5mm case and can be dressed up or down.

I absolutely love the that Serica field watch especially, the ivory dial with the Alpha hands. I'd never heard of the brand before but will definitely be getting one and really looking forward to your review.

About two years ago, I went on a business trip to Denver. Before I left I was told about a couple watch shops that will take trades; I wanted to trade up my Tag Heuer Aquaracer, plus some cash for an Oris. I walked in and the lady that helped was awesome. She took my watch and asked what I had in mind for a trade. I told her I would love an Oris but I didn't know what kind, just one that "spoke" to me. She looked me over for a half a second went over to the counter where they kept the used watches and brought over a Big Crown Pro Pilot with date. I didn't even look at the price but I'm so glad I got it when I did.

Citizen Promaster Marine GMT 200m BJ7110-89E, Diver 200m wr, date and gmt complication, eco-drive. You can travel, dive and rotating bezel allows you to keep track of intervals, tea breaks etc.

I just received my near mint 2017 Oris BC3 Advanced Day Date. It’s amazing, my new everyday watch. What an incredible value for real Swiss made watch.

Longine Conquest and Tissot Gentleman quarts or Automatic you can wear with anything/C

Glad to see the alpinist in the 10 👍

Omega Seamaster 300 co-axial 41 mm titanium. Looks good on a nato, bracelet or strap. Tough, see through casebook and an interesting dial.

Tag formula 1 Calibre 5...date complication, 200m water resistant, rotating bezel can be used as a timer. Still thin enough to throw on a leather strap and be formal

My current "One Watch Collection" Watch Orient FTV01003W. A "Neo-classic chronograph" A very elegant and handsome watch for a much more affordable price than that the watches on this list. I personally like the bracelet but it looks great on strap. Has tachymeter, big date, 100 meter, water resistance, sapphire crystal, 41.5mm case diameter, bracelet band, solid construction and can take a hit.

The omega speed master is a strap master!! I change bands on it daily almost. Yes I shower with it, swim with it, soak in a hot tub with it. NO ISSUES WITH WATER RESISTANCE YALL!!

So cool I literally have the Promaster Tough as an everyday watch and didn't expect it to pop in your list. It's awesome since it is tough as nails and can very well be dressed up a bit (I wear a suit twice or so a week). I also have an Orient Bambino for actual formal ocasions, and a GShock rangeman as an actual beater, but the Tough is a great middle point between the two.

My favourite one is Oris big crown

An interesting list, of which I agree with some. I like to use the old “beach to boardroom” adage for choosing a one-watch collection. For me personally, that means a three hand, no bezel watch (preferably with a date), at least 100m WR on a bracelet (classier than rubber, more WR than leather). Lume is also greatly preferred, as it’s usefulness at night cannot be overstated. On the low end, i recommend Seiko SARBs (as shown), Hamilton Khaki (Field or Pilot) or the new Tissot Gentleman (basically a vintage datejust, I love it). For the mid-high end, you can’t go wrong with any of the no-bezel Rolex Oyster watches, or my personal favourite; the Omega Aqua Terra. The Omega Globemaster is also a great option (arguably better than the AT as well), as are the Zenith Defy and IWC Ingenieur. I’d include many Grand Seiko models (including the Snowflake), except GS only seems to lume “sport watches”. Finally on the very high end we have the VC Overseas (personal favourite, and grail), Patek Nautilus, and Lange Odysseus (it grows on you, I swear). The Royal Oak would obviously be included, except for its much too low 50m WR. There is a caveat, however. These watches are chosen based on the assumption of needing to be worn with a suit at least once a week. If you only wear a suit once a month or less, then a slim dive watch or chronograph is often a better choice, as it’s more useful and casual day to day, but can still slide under a shirt cuff when necessary. My preferred choices are, on the low end, the Orient Ray/Mako II or Kamasu, and the Tissot Seastar 1000. There are several choices at the mid-high end, most notably the Rolex Submariner, GMT Master II and Daytona, the Omega Seamaster Diver 300M, or the GO SeaQ 1969. Of the three Speedmast options, their all a bit tricky with short cuffs, and only the thicker Moonwatch Co-Axial is 100m WR. Several Tag chronographs are also good choices, although most Valjoux powered watches are on the thick side for short cuffs. Finally is thickness and price are less of concern, the Blancpain Fifty Fathoms and GO SeaQ Panorama Date are beautiful watches.

Mr. Time Teller- I note your comment that the date complication is one that you find very useful. I have found that at my senior age the day of the week feature is maybe even more helpful to me than knowing the time of day; therefore my One Watch collection has to include the Hamilton Khaki King which has a day/date complication. Please keep up the interesting videos! Bob

I own one watch, and that watch is the incredible Seiko SARB017, its the ultimate one watch collection.

Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra 220.12.38.20.02.001. Great movement, clean dial, date complication, and perfect sizing at 38mm.

I like my Tudor gmt, very practical, has date and extra time zone

Great list! I totally agree the sarb0017 totally is a great pick. I wear mine with everything. I also think the Orient Star Star Seeker is a great one watch... watch collection watch. It has 100m WR, sapphire, GMT, and looks amazing.

Lots of choices but I would include, The Sinn 104, Rolex Air King, JLC Reverso, IWC Ingenieur and of course many Seiko's! Nice as always J Man.

My one watch collection is as follows: Vintage - 1999 Rolex Explorer II Polar dial. New - 36mm Rolex Oyster Perpetual 116000 Blue Dial with Arabic 3,6,9. I would be happy with either one to wear as a single collection. Must note though, with the watches I have now, I sincerely doubt I will get to just one watch for wear.

Just ordered the Big Crown 40th squadron limited edition. Can't wait to receive it!

Great video, love the Big Crown, if I had to pick just one, eeehhh, either the Snowflake or the Omega Seamaster; "Shaken not stirred Bondson!"

Mine is a Tudor BB36. It’s a great watch.

Perhaps you could put together a list of just one watch per category i.e. one field, aviator, diver, dress etc...

Grand Seiko snowflake

Funny that you presented Alpinist SARB017 on a canvas strap. I bought the same strap/color as the alternative and even got "Alpinist" lasered on the buckle. :)

Aqua Terra. The perfect one watch collection. I have a Ball Engineer II , good choice as well.

GMT Master II all black. Great functions. Goes with every attire without the need to change straps. Not too common. Not as overpriced as other models. Retains value. Tough as nail.

Thankyou so much Jory for your intro to the Serica WWW field watch. I watched your review of that watch and bought it and I must say that it is a awesome watch. I have to admit I had reservation about the threaded crown with a hand wound movement but the action is like butter and really it makes that connection with the watch a little more special because you wind it then smoothly screw it back down. I have to admit that I only wind it once a day instead of the morning and evening ritual when I am wearing my Hamilton Khaki mechanical. Thanks again Jory, Brian.

As a recent graduate, my first big boy watch is a Stowa Partitio. So for a one watch watch collection, I'm going with the Partitio. It has that classic field watch look, but also mimics a Nomos with the dressier feel.

For me it’s Omega Aqua Terra, Rolex Explorer II or a GS Snowflake.

A great list no doubt, there are a few watches that come to mind though that were missed: - Tudor Black Bay 36: You mentioned the Explorer but the BB36 is an incredible alternative, you can go buy yourself 2-3 other watches with the savings. The BB36 is rated to 150m WR, threaded crown, comes on a bracelet that is nearly on par with my Rolex 116000. I daily wore mine for 18 months straight basically before expanding my collection and it still looks great and fits any occasion. - Omega Aqua Terra 8500 Midsize - Omega Seamaster Pro, ideally 2220.80 or 2531.80

Hamilton Khaki Field, simple and in two sizes (38mm, 42mm)

I've had more broken Tags than any other make. So, the concept of a 'good Tag', forgive me, that ship sailed. In fact it burned down to the hull with all hands on board, then sailed.

When an obscure microbrand pops up in a Ten Best watch video my antennae go up.

I came here to check if my idea to wear the white Aplinist SPB119J as my (kind of) only watch has any sense, I am glad you think it has.

Glycine Airman base 22 black / grey dial. Great for everyday as it is three watches in one. High contrast too for aging eyes.

For cheap quartz , with 100 metres & drew down crown :Casio dress watch efv 100D 1AV UEF . For something more upmarket : Casio Oceanus OCW S100.

You named quite a few watches that could be that ONE watch, watch collection, perhaps you could add the Ball Marvelight II or the Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra, either would make a perfect one watch, watch collection, as both are extremely versatile timepieces.

For me definitely a breitling Navi timer

My top 10 one watch collection in no particular order: 1. Tissot Gentleman 2. Tissot PRX 3. Jaeger LeCoultre Polaris 4. Jaeger LeCoultre Reverso Duoface 5. Vacheron Constantin FiftySix 6. Breitling SuperOcean 7. Omega Aqua Terra 8. Omega Speedmaster 9. Longines Legend Diver 10. Zenith Defy

Oris Big Crown Omega Aqua Terra Grand Seiko SBGN005 GMT Maurice LaCroix Aikon

I just bought a Timex Weekender chronograph. It isn't mechanical, but crystal is more accurate anyway. I'm looking forward to getting it, and it'll hopefully be my one watch, like my $7 crystal watch currently is.

Vostok Amphibia!! Scuba dude!!

I think one of the higher end Casio Edifice, Oceanus and G-Shocks deserve to be on this list. Solar, Atomic time, super tough movements, good water resistance, tons of functions, beautiful finishes and designs, and affordable enough to replace in the event that you lose it. If I had to only keep one watch in my collection I would either keep my Edifice ECB-500 or my Gshock B5000.

I'd add the BB36 and SB143. Both wearable, with neutral dials and ready for variety of strap options, reliable beaters.

All great choices but for me personally my one watch collection would have to be a 38-42 mm diver that is not too bold in appearance. As you mentioned the Submariner would fit the bill nicely. The SKX would work as well for me too. However, this is all hypothetical because I don't think I could ever slim my collection down to just one watch, That's just crazy!

two tone watches are super versatile, in my opinion especially with a blue or black dial- i have a 34mm two tone timex datejust homage from the early 2000s that has a blue dial and it just goes with everything i own i just change between a brown leather strap and a black leather strap it just works

I'd go with the Hamilton H77415133 Khaki Navy Frogman. Originally designed for the U.S. Navy in 1951. Full titanium 40mm case and bracelet, sapphire crystals front and back, ETA 2895 movement, a canteen-style crown cover, and a 200m water resistance. Basically a field watch that can double as a diver.

- Seiko Prospex SPB077J1 (MINE!) - Tissot Visodate T019.430.11.031.00 - Grand Seiko Snowflake - Ball Engineer III Marvelight - Zenith Defy Classic 95.9000.670/51.M9000

I baby the Fxck out of my sarb017... took me so long to obtain one, the bezel scratch easily. But i wear it every day!! Its insanely beautiful. People eyes always look down to try and see what watch im wearing. I might even buy another one just incase i banged this one.

My Citizen Promaster Tough would work well as my only watch, except I prefer something lighter for when I am running or bicycling. I could live without the 100/120 lap memories of my Timex Ironman or Casio STL-S100H-1AV. I would go with one of my G-SHOCK squares, GW-S5600-1JF or GW-B5600BC-1ER.

My one watch collection is the alpinist. Love this thing; and it looks so good.

This is a tough call! I'd almost have to go with a nice dive watch with a bracelet and a nice leather strap to be able to switch it from sporty to dressy. Great versatility if you get a black or blue dial, easy to read, durable and no something you need to worry about. Which watch specifically, though, I have no idea, so many great options out there at every price point!

I'd love to see a video on what you would choose if you could only have 1 watch per brand.

The Serica seems to have been “heavily inspired” by the HKFM.

Oh man, those Sericas are really something. I definitely, definitely would love to add one to my collection. Good find, and stellar recommendation T3.

Monaco is definitely not the only good watch that Tag is making these days.. A new Autavia is a winner. A stunning looking vintage inspired Heuer Autavia. They even drop the TAG from the face of the watch.. Who doesn't love the best sports car chronograph in history?

This might be a little out of left field, but have you considered the Hamilton Khaki Navy Pioneer Small Second? It has an automatic ETA movement, 100 meters of water resistance, sapphire crystal, 40mm bezel, and 20mm lug width. Plus, the light gray face makes it an absolute strap monster!

Citizen NY0040, it has been by single watch for about 10 years, I still have it now with a lot of other watches.

#10 is on my wish list! I think the Sinn556i is a perfekt 'one-watch' and the Omega Aqua Terra would be great too! I love the idea of a one watch collection, but I'm not that kinda guy,I think! Cheers Oni

I have the blacked out Promaster tough and it's a great all around watch.

I deployed with a Gshock solar watch, and it survived Afghanistan with me. Looking at higher end stuff, I can't hell thinking that something with tritium would have been amazing, too. Any chance you'd make a video talking about tritium illuminated watches? They're usually quartz, which is not fancy, like a mechanical watch, but this is the type of thing that you can go to war with, so it'll probably survive a normal day just fine.

Maybe not the Monaco. I own one and love it in ways that aren’t approved in polite society, but I don’t consider it a One Watch collection, it’s just a bit too niche imo. One I might suggest would be Seiko Mini Marine Master (SPB077/079). On a bracelet or nice distressed strap it really fits in most situations, and wears a lot smaller than you’d think.

A little unorthodox but Stainless steel g shock-with some watch adapters and you can possibly throw it on a leather strap and get away with it in a more formal occasion👀 or even all metal led watches like a yema led-futuristic/sporty but also dressy👀👀

Just had a comment battle with phatkat invicta dude. It would be hysterical for you to do a mock review on Sturhling watches in regards to "value for money " or many other brands that are argued to be such. Maybe wouldn't be worth it to you but I'm sure many would find hysterical especially with T3 take on it....lol

The omega triple date does it all. 6 functions 8 hands.

I have a promoter tough and could absolutely see it as a one watch collection, sapphire glass and a monoquoce case, looks awesome on a nato and is thin enough to slide underneath your cuff.

Agree with most of your choices but not sure I’d want anything vintage as a one watch collection simply because I like to treat vintage watches with a bit more TLC. Also disagree on the Monaco, couldn’t wear that every day, it’s very niche. No mention of Tudor in there but I’d say the Black Bay 41 or 36 is a great choice. Can do sporty or dressy, understated so goes with everything and top quality build and robustness. Same could probably be said for the Sinn 556A & I - but I have no experience of owning them so can’t comment with authority. I had the Sarb017 and I think everything about the watch from its size, shape, durability etc make it a great every day one watch watch, but the green/gold in the end wasn’t for me. In black or white it would be perfect - which is why I’ve ordered the new white dial version! Nice vid dude👍

My "one watch" watch collection would be Rolex Sky Dweller blue dial. It would be my perfect watch if its more affordable and has no waiting list

The 38mm Tudor Prince Oysterdate was my grail 'one watch collection' piece, and I finally have it. Seriously considering why I have most of the rest of them now, but some I'll never let go of. Somewhat similar to the Datejust obviously.

1. G-shock 5600 2. Oris 7533 black 3. Seiko mini turtle or seiko sbdc053 4. Vostok Amphibia SE 420B06S