What Are The Best Watch Releases of 2023? (40+ Watches & Year Recap)
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Күн бұрынA Discussion around the Best Watches Released in 2023. Enjoy my take on what I think were some of the best refreshed / redesigned models of the year. 2023 has not been the most exciting year for releases, probably because they have been planned a year or two in advance and we all know what happened a few years ago. But this has also created opportunity for brands to step up and create a wide range of different pieces. The ones that stole the show were not the most highly priced and didn't come from brands that we expected.
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Intro 0:00
Blancpain Fifty Fathoms Act 1 0:37
Tag Heuer Carrera 60th Anniversary Panda 1:03
Vulcain Skin Diver 1:20
Audemars Piguet Offshore "Beast" Ceramic 1:46
Sinn T50 2:15
Patek Philippe 6007G 2:44
A Lange & Sohne Odysseus Chronograph 3:08
Nivada Grenchen F77 3:36
IWC Ingenieur 40mm 4:02
Cartier Tank Normale 4:26
Zenith Pilot 4:58
Grand Seiko Tentagraph 5:30
Rolex 1908 5:51
Rolex GMT Gold 6:24
Rolex Explorer 6:39
Rolex Daytona 6:51
Tudor BB Metas 7:46
Tudor BB54 8:02
Tag Heuer Carrera Glassbox 8:23
JLC Reverso Tribute Chronograph Skeleton 9:17
Seiko 5 Sports 55th Anniversary 9:52
Hermes H08 Monopusher 10:11
Tissot Heritage 1938 10:35
Glashutte Senator Chronometer 10:54
Breguet Type XX 11:25
Tissot PRX 12:06
Longines Spirit Zulutime 39 12:26
Timex World Time 1972 Reissue 12:46
Zenith El Primero Tri-Colour Black Dial 13:09
Omega Seamaster Ploprof 13:34
Louis Vuitton Tambour 14:22
Seiko "62MAS" SJE093 14:57
Longines HydroConquest GMT 15:20
Alpina Heritage Carré 140 Year 15:50
Blancpain x Swatch Scuba Fifty Fathoms 16:13
Tudor FXD US Navy 16:45
Porsche Design Utility 1 Chronograph 17:12
Breitling Avenger 17:45
Seiko Marinemaster 18:13
Longines Legend Diver 39 18:38
MB&F HM11 Architect 19:02
Conclusion 19:23
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@ID-Guy 6 ай бұрын
What was your Best / Favourite Watch Release of this Year? My winner, the watch that defines 2023 in my head: Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Tribute Chronograph Skeleton 🥃
@avip671 6 ай бұрын
What was yours?
@ID-Guy 6 ай бұрын
@@avip671 Tough to pick one... but the more I think about THE watch that had me coming back to look at it again (and on the defines 2023 in my head) it would have to be the JLC Tribute Skeleton Chronograph 😉🥃
@avip671 6 ай бұрын
@ID-Guy one of my favs as well, definitely top 5 of the year. For me it was the glassbox carrera.
@chrisenchemin7183 6 ай бұрын
Hello, and thanks for this vid. It's rather impossible to answer your question ... So let me try this way : About GMT, of course the Patek Calatrava 24H-Display Travel Time with "petite seconde". About dress watches, the Tank Normale with integrated metal bracelet. About skeleton, the Reverso Skeleton chronograph. About chronos, the Tentagraph from Seiko AND the Tag Heuer Carrera Glassbox. About divers, of course the Longines Legend Diver 39 mm. Thanks again fort this vid. One side note if I may : the Louis Vuitton Tambour, it's like the Chanel J12 has been, a good and high quality creation from a famous luxury fashion brand, but nothing more for now.
@thegorn 6 ай бұрын
I really like the Nivada Grenchen F77 but only if it was made bigger. I'm hard to please - there's always something. I really hope that Omega can get their act together next year, but then again with their run-away prices, it probably no-longer matters at this point.
@marcusaurelius49 5 ай бұрын
It warms my heart to see Heuer come back in from the cold. It has been a long road but they seem to finally be on the right path again.
@DXPetti 6 ай бұрын
TAGs glassbox was so unexpected and perfectly executed that they were able to simultaneously elevate the entire brand and quieten the haters. Most brands cannot say they did that in 2023, let alone ever
@jlg395 6 ай бұрын
Too bad it's absurdly priced. For that much, I'll take two Sinns and a Hanhart instead.
@DXPetti 6 ай бұрын
@@jlg395 Sinn definitely punch well for their weight but so do Laco and Stowa
@Jtjustintimberlake 6 ай бұрын
A couple of my favorites, in no particular order: The Glass Box Carrera in black, the Longines 39 Zulu Time S&G, the Aqua Terra Summer Blue and the Tudor GMT Opaline Dial
@ID-Guy 6 ай бұрын
Great shouts here JT, all standouts this year 🥃
@WestCoastAce27 6 ай бұрын
Very thorough, great recap to a solid year in our hobby. Respect for not using outrageous prices (Ingenieur) and LEs to disqualify pieces. Tag Heuer Glassbox by a mile. Just so stunning visually.
@ID-Guy 6 ай бұрын
Thank you brother. It's hard to cover everything (and I know I missed tonnes, that I'm kinda kicking myself for) BUT as always, wanted to try to bring the newer designs forward and some really looked great. Think the Glassbox and JLC Skeleton Chrono were just... brilliant! 🥃
@barrydonelan4284 6 ай бұрын
Absolutely
@joseherrera8489 6 ай бұрын
For me it was the 39mm Zulu Time. Bought it as soon as it was in stock. Been using it as my travel watch. I love it.
@LectioDivina33 6 ай бұрын
100% agree Longines Spirit Zulu Time GMT I bought last December in the 42mm and it's been my most worn watch this year. Love it!
@Teslaweekly420 6 ай бұрын
Tried both of the glassboxes and they are amazing. Just amazing.
@davidb5720 6 ай бұрын
When you look back, it’s actually amazing to see them all. You’ve recapped brilliantly and for me personally, the best release has to be the Jaeger Le Coultre Reverso chronograph. I don’t think it could be bettered. Beautiful design, fantastic colour of dial and then, the magic happens and you flip it over to reveal this stunning work of art. Perfection 👌
@ID-Guy 6 ай бұрын
Well said David and the JLC Chrono really defines 2023 releases well, right? Now if only we could all own one 😆🥃
@davidb5720 6 ай бұрын
@@ID-Guy a proper grail and if I was lucky enough to have the funds to buy this beauty, I’d be straight to the boutique. Slainte from Scotland 🏴 🥃
@EricBishard 6 ай бұрын
#1 The JLC Reverso with Chronograph ❣️
@HRM.H 6 ай бұрын
Another watchmaker that deserves some love is J.S. Elliot. He is just 17 years old and recently sold out his first 40 watch batch. I bought one and have been in awe of his work. He is one to keep your eye on for sure!
@davem8836 6 ай бұрын
More than the watches, I'm more impressed that you know all that, can remember all that and can talk so quickly without stumbling over your words!
@ID-Guy 6 ай бұрын
This was an unscripted video AND the recording was well over an hour, believe me, I stumbled plenty of times Dave 😆 But thank you sir! The illusion of editing is something special (my pain of putting it together for over 5 hours is your pleasure sir 🥃)
@rickfanning5647 6 ай бұрын
Thanks. Happy Holidays and New Year!
@jimt7292 6 ай бұрын
I love recaps like this, ty.
@ID-Guy 6 ай бұрын
Thank you Jim! It does cap off a year well seeing the highlights all laid out in front of you (that's why I enjoy it at least) Many thanks brother 🥃
@fredobedo68 6 ай бұрын
Thanks for another great year of videos! Perfect way to finish the year off. My stand out for this year were the Tudors. I feel the brand is coming up with the most interesting designs coupled with incredible quality and affordability. I know the designs aren’t ground breaking but there is something really exciting at every new launch. And there is something very satisfying about wearing a watch you never have to adjust they are that precise. The other stand out is the LV Tambour. I think it looks amazing and the team have put in alot of thought into that watch. I never thought I’d like an LV but this one is special. And finally the Tag Glassbox.
@structurescience 6 ай бұрын
Thank you for your content, I'D Guy! And merry Christmas!
@itsallrobbish 6 ай бұрын
Great year's sum up......saw the 12 (CW) at the end, editing glitch? Look forward to all your reviews next year. Merry Christmas and a Happy New year to you. Classy presentation as usual, take care.
@DrBob0910 6 ай бұрын
Terrific work! I rely upon your insights as I shop for my next watch. Keep up the great effort!
@ID-Guy 6 ай бұрын
Thank you Doc, truly 🥃
@nicholaschavez6245 6 ай бұрын
Thanks for another fantastic year of perspective. Here’s to many more in the years to come 🥃 cheers!
@ID-Guy 6 ай бұрын
My pleasure Nicholas and thank you brother! I should be producing videos all through the holidays (if my timing is right) 😉 Have a great end to your year! 🥃
@huratan 6 ай бұрын
Amazing recap thank you! great vid as always mate
@ID-Guy 6 ай бұрын
And as always, my pleasure to share these brother. The video deserved another 30+ pieces that I missed... alas, enough is never enough 😉
@Thomas_Burnett 6 ай бұрын
A brilliant compilation of this year’s releases here boet. I love loads of them. The Tag Heuer Skipper is a big favourite but, there are so many others too. Honourable mentions you didn’t include are the UN Freak which won the ‘Iconic’ prize at this year’s GPHG awards. The novel Seiko Metronome Watch which as a fellow musician must put a smile on your face. Another Watch I tried on at a Watch Show was the STREHLER ‘Sirna’ Watch from Andreas Strehlers new sub brand as well as Simon Brette’s Chronometre Artisans. What a pleasure to try on that was! Brilliant video here as I said my friend. You must have been at the grind stone for ages producing this! ✊
@ID-Guy 6 ай бұрын
Thank you as always boet. There should've been a reserve for independents (which I'll include next year) but man, what a lineup... I hope you manage to enjoy yourself this week while prepping the weekend show 😉🥃
@dukes70 6 ай бұрын
Great recap and great year of videos! Def one of my top favs! JLC Reverso Skeleton Chrono and TAG 60th Carrera (all glassbox) were my favs! 🎉🎉
@QatarMoto 4 ай бұрын
What an informative interesting video, I enjoyed it! Big thanks for the great effort buddy 👏🏻🤝🏻
@marcgirard7551 6 ай бұрын
Great year in review ! And what a fantastic year with you ID_Guy! Following you every week is a pleasure and I wish you a wonderful holiday season and new year! My picks for 2023: 1. Tudor Pelagos FXD Chronograph 2. Longines Spirit Zulu time 39mm 3. Zenith Pilot Chronograph Honourable mention to updated Tudor BB 41 but let’s get excited about that slimmed down treatment hitting the GMT next year (we hope).
@alfredgeorgebailey2064 5 ай бұрын
Great video..!! and really enjoyed to end of year review 2023..! for me the one that was missing is the Zenith Chronomaster Revival Shadow... but that's one of my all tome favorites..!
@TheSlowoldman 6 ай бұрын
The Glassbox is sublime but to be honest I was most surprised by the Hermes...... what a great looking watch!
@stevemoon2136 6 ай бұрын
Kudos on the implementation of the chapters.
@ID-Guy 6 ай бұрын
That was a job in itself 😆 Means a lot that someone notices haha! Thank you Steve!
@giorgiodelpalatinato6718 6 ай бұрын
Great selection, well commented, thank you 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻🙏🏻
@ID-Guy 6 ай бұрын
My pleasure to share Giorgio! The crazy thing is this could've had another 30+ pieces and it still wouldn't have been enough 😆🥃
@Julian_O91 6 ай бұрын
Great Video! My Favorite & most worn Watch 2023 is the Tudor Black Bay 54! 🥰
@watchound.bernardo9738 6 ай бұрын
Great recap, spot on insight as usual.
@watchound.bernardo9738 6 ай бұрын
off track side note: I’ve noticed this before but this video makes it obvious; Glashutte does not know how to film and showcase their watches. They don’t show proper watch detail and “wear appeal”, pretentious cliche scenery and tacky ad narratives, uncharacterized of-the-shelf models gazing intensely at the horizon. They should get a marketing director who likes watches or pitch for a new creative agency. Just saying.
@legendarymoji 6 ай бұрын
Great video, personally, I thought the Hamilton Field Expedition was a welcome addition to the Khaki family!
@morgan97475 6 ай бұрын
Great recap!
@michaelfierman3256 6 ай бұрын
thanks for another great year! My top picks without a doubt are the Skipper and the Reverso Chronograph 🥇
@ID-Guy 6 ай бұрын
Two of my top 5 for sure too Michael. They both define 2023 releases in my head 😉🥃
@alvinmick218 6 ай бұрын
JLC has that wow factor for me, that little something extra that always has me coming back for another look. Always special in my eyes. 🥃
@ID-Guy 6 ай бұрын
Agreed Alvin, that Skeleton Chrono sums up 2023 releases in my head. Just unreal! 🔥
@khronokraze 6 ай бұрын
Great video. Out of all of what you listed, the LLD in 39mm was a late, but, surprisingly so good release I had the pleasure to try in person on the BOR bracelet almost a month ahead of its official release. And, it has stood in my mind ever since. Seriously considering one. But, I do have 1 or 2 watches that may take priority before I make the 39LLD officially in my collection. It felt so comfortable on the wrist and the proportions were perfect for my 7" wrist. And, I really like the tone of blue they used on the blue version. Both crown actions were really refined feeling and the overall tactile feeling of a watch on the wrist, in the hands, and at my fingertips goes along way to feeling like such a quality watch Oh! And, I really do like the TAG Heuer Carrera Glass box models, too. The odd date at the 12 reverse panda version is still my favorite of what they've released in that updated design range. However, I might be slightly attracted to one of their older Carrera designs a tad more. Interesting that perhaps the best purchase of 2023, at least for me, may have been from about 2 years before, if not also about 5 to 30 years prior.
@ID-Guy 6 ай бұрын
Thank you for sharing this brother! That LLD really was a surprise that came out of nowhere and Longines now seems to have a better grip on sizing options than most (in the span of one year) 😉 Hope you have an excellent end to your year sir! 🥃
@roycedot 6 ай бұрын
Needed this.
@lawrencemaligaya790 6 ай бұрын
Great job covering many of the most interesting watch releases of 2023 across all price points. Excellent video.
@martinkaplan1805 6 ай бұрын
Great job!!
@rangorango7545 6 ай бұрын
that seiko tentagraph, the longines diver vintage, zenith el primero, my pick of the bunch, never own one but if i could ...the longines diver ....pure class ...
@joker14n 6 ай бұрын
It’s been interesting to see a lot of manufacturers realize that the market has changed. Some great designs. That JLC..wow ! It’s been a tough year for a lot of people..these videos are so very much appreciated. Happy holidays ! Here’s wishing you all the best in ‘24.. And p.s. you are zenith biased..but that’s ok 👍❤
@ID-Guy 6 ай бұрын
It's been an interesting year all round. Some standouts from many brands (that JLC would be my pick of the year) and as a collector... my most fortunate year ever... the Zenith being one of my luckiest finds. Freaking adore the brand. Have a great break Joker and thank you for the well wishes (odds are I'll be working all through the holidays but hey) 😉
@roycedot 6 ай бұрын
The Blue Ploprof in person is stunning. Saw it at their temporary Planet Ocean exhibit in NYC.
@davidperkins605 6 ай бұрын
Great review ID, i think the Vulcain is an excellent looking, and for the quality a stand-out watch for me, Happy Christmas mate, regards Dave
@bjoernaltmann 6 ай бұрын
Great summary! Not too long at all. -The JLC Chronograph is stunning. I looked at it in person recently. The TAG Heuer Carrera glassbox panda dial is very nice too though, especially because it has the date at 12 as a nod to the past.
@ID-Guy 6 ай бұрын
Two watches that I think sum up 2023 releases in a nutshell. Pretty crazy how much impact two chrono's can make, huh? 😉
@AlexG-ey7md 6 ай бұрын
Wasnt familiar with that Alpina, cool piece! Agree about Omega this year generally but I did get to see the green dial gold speedmaster and it was amazing. I treated myself to a Seamaster 2230.50...40mm, thin case, sword hands, big lume, wave dial and white gold bezel (I'm smitten lol) I hope Omega brings back these style of divers. Thanks for all the great content this year!
@ericb8888 6 ай бұрын
“ the JLC skeleton chronograph “ Take 83 is the zenith of your broadcasting career . Congratulations ;)
@ID-Guy 6 ай бұрын
My longest video recording to date I reckon (around 1hr 40 minutes) only to get 20 minutes of usable footage... what is that? Like 1/8th? 😆🥃
@bigiona3938 6 ай бұрын
I picked up a 40mm Explorer 1 two weeks ago. Absolutely in love with it!!
@icewarped 6 ай бұрын
Excellent recap. Straight to the point of each watch. Love what Tag Heuer is doing. My favorite release is the Bulova Jet Star.
@ID-Guy 6 ай бұрын
Really appreciate it man AND agree! The reason why the Glassbox made it on the cover 😉 And the Bulova, made this joke already in the comments but it's one that flew (pun) over my head ;) 🥃
@ProfessorPesca 6 ай бұрын
You’re right to bring up that Zenith Pilot Flyback. Extremely cool watch with proportions that seem a balm to the eyes somehow. Cheers for a cracking year of videos IDGuy - one of my very favourite watch KZfaqrs.
@ID-Guy 6 ай бұрын
Did a whole video on the Flyback a few months ago and man, I love what they're doing... obviously biased as a Zenith owner now 😉 But they put a lot of care into these new machines. And thank you Prof, really humbling to be called a favourite by anybody. Have a stellar end to your year! 🥃
@jjpthe2 6 ай бұрын
This is a master work of 2023. Thank u
@fossilimprint2954 3 ай бұрын
Nicely done.
@Explorer40mm 6 ай бұрын
The Explorer 40 answered every specific issue ID guy pointed to in his review of the 39.
@ID-Guy 6 ай бұрын
Rolex and their current Explorers (36 or 40) are home-runs. Just utterly sublime! 😉🥃
@Explorer40mm 6 ай бұрын
@@ID-Guy it really is interesting to go back to your 39 review and consider how the few minor flaws that drew you away from the 39 were addressed head on with the 40mm. The big crown, the proportionate bracelet to head ratio, the ink black dial, the larger handset, etc. Would be interested to see you review the 40.
@Sicarius888 6 ай бұрын
My favourite is Bulova Jet Star. Cool design, affordable, interesting mechanism.
@ID-Guy 6 ай бұрын
A watch that flew ('scuse the pun) over my head...Love the Silver dial with red accents! What a piece! 🥃
@douglasbrown4272 6 ай бұрын
Great independence video, with class as always
@moonfleet9537 6 ай бұрын
Well done
@mtbmike1328 6 ай бұрын
The Black Carrera date at 12. 40mm Explorer El Primero Tri Interested on your take of the 62MAS. All those edges were just the opposite to the sleek LV Tambour!
@chrisstevenson2622 6 ай бұрын
The Tudor FXD. The watch is the ultimate in a rugged tool watch.
@AbdulRWatches 6 ай бұрын
Great video 👏🏼 I was really impressed by the Tag releases, tried a couple in ADs and really that they did a great job on the Carrera. The Grönefeld 1969 is definitely on top of my list, Felipe Pikullik Moonphase 1, and CW Bel Canto are also on that list 😁👍🏽
@ID-Guy 6 ай бұрын
A whole video should be reserved for independents... maybe that'll be a bonus round for next years recap 😉 Also making it my mission to experience Dubai watch week next year (to meet and see all these indies in one place 🔥) Have an excellent time away with family next week brother!! 🥃
@AbdulRWatches 6 ай бұрын
@@ID-Guy That is a great idea, the indépendants were on fire in 2023. Have a great weekend and blessed one 🙏🏽
@josevasquez1781 6 ай бұрын
Gronefeld is awesome, I'm looking into the FP Journe pioneer to add in Feb 2024
@mhaladawy 6 ай бұрын
Very nice 👌 collection
@thegorn 6 ай бұрын
I'd love to see the Sinn T50 done in tegiment stainless steel, and with no AR coating on the outside of the crystal. If Sinn do that then I'm down for one for sure.
@BumblebumBear 6 ай бұрын
As usual, right on the money with the watch choices of 23
@ID-Guy 6 ай бұрын
Appreciate it man, I feel there should've been at least 20 others on this list but hey... next years roundup I'll put in that extra 15% 😉
@plainsimple5262 6 ай бұрын
Thanks
@al-knows-nothing 6 ай бұрын
Superb vid mate 🙂 Really enjoyed your take on it; not the same as what the masses put out!
@ID-Guy 6 ай бұрын
Thank you Al! No idea how I put this list together but went more for "newer designs" over different coloured dials 😉 Really appreciate the compliment man, thank you 🥃
@blainecole5452 6 ай бұрын
Cheers for another fine presentation. As for a possible Breguet/Swatch collaboration; Guet Swatch?
@ID-Guy 6 ай бұрын
Baguette? 😆 Maybe, just maybe they'll give us a plastic Type XX instead of a Classique? 🥃
@keithburford8589 6 ай бұрын
Like a brick on the back of the head ( where did that come from !!! ? ) Tag Glass Box Blue dial, stonking piece that took us all by surprise. Moving up the ladder a smidge , lol , Patek 6007 G-001. Stock photos or videos just dont come close in doing this piece justice. On the wrist it is simply magnificent , out of my league but we can all dream.
@Valera_Scotland 6 ай бұрын
Hi matey. I love the new Longines diver (would like to try that one on). Look forward to seeing your vid .. kettle is on, a coffee and some chocolate and your vid.... ahhhh. Perfection
@ID-Guy 6 ай бұрын
It's the funniest thing that these Saturdays, when the video goes up, they're the least relaxing day of my week 😆 BUT means the world to me that you can get to enjoy them in peace and quiet ;) Hope you're well m'boy! And that Legend diver... man...it's going to win over a lot of people 🥃
@Valera_Scotland 6 ай бұрын
@@ID-Guy all good man. Really appreciate your hard work! In terms of watches, just waiting for my Mark XVI back from service (been 2 months already, and they said end of Jan)... I'm hoping to hold on to that one... and yeah, going to York and Kent for Christmas.... that's all really. Hope you've been well and wishing you a Merry Christmas 🎅
@ID-Guy 6 ай бұрын
@@Valera_Scotland It's going to be a great day when your IWC returns 😉 And have a stellar time away! Odds are I'll be working through this break and taking time off around Jan / Feb hahaha! But have an excellent break, you've earned it! 🥃
@tockingwatches2377 6 ай бұрын
From your list, the following are my favorites: - Sinn T50 - Patek 6007G - Nivada Grenchen F77 - Cartier Tank Normale - JLC Reverso Tribute Chrono - Hermes H08 Monopusher - Louis Vuitton Tambour - Alpina Heritage Carre - Longines Legend Diver Of them all, I’m most interested in adding the Louis Vuitton Tambour to my collection in 2024.
@ID-Guy 6 ай бұрын
The LV seems like the perfect piece for you 😉 Would fit perfectly in with your Moser Streamliner (if you still have it in the collection?) 🥃
@tockingwatches2377 6 ай бұрын
@@ID-Guy You know, I couldn’t bare the thought of scratching that very scratchable case and bracelet, so sold the Streamliner after about a year. I moved on to a Parmigiani Tonda GT before going through a neo-vintage, small precious metal phase full of Cartier and Piaget. In the meantime, I’ve stayed true to a bunch of independents like Kudoke, Holthinrichs and this month a Laventure Sous Marine ll arrives. In contrast, I also acquired the beautiful new JLC Polaris Chronograph in the fume grey dial which is a masterpiece to my eyes. I hope you’re doing well and that you have a wonderfully blessed Holiday and New Year.
@tschoy9388 6 ай бұрын
Dear Guy, great compilation of 2023 year round in all category and price range. Joyfully my Longines Zulu Time and HydroConquest GMT is on the list. Other than that, many of your choice are great, Breitling Avengers, Tag Heuer Glass Box, Omega Aqua Terra Worldtime, Rolex GMT Master II..... they are legends.
@zillsburyy1 5 ай бұрын
good picks govna! did u see the new limited edition timex q reissue model from the 70s i like mine. 38mm blue dial with manual wind seagul movement
6 ай бұрын
That's a propper list... 🤘 But for me it was Fortis Novonaut N-42 (can't decide on colour tbh...)
@tar1895 6 ай бұрын
Nice presentation. Good to see Porsche Design getting a look in.
@ID-Guy 6 ай бұрын
Believe it or not I had an offer to work for Porsche Design while I was still in university... still have that "what if" feeling time and again 😉 BUT I would've never gone down this watch path so heavily... so hindsight never works haha! Freaking love their Chrono's... and the Ocean 2000 of course ;)
@wisamal-hakim5531 6 ай бұрын
Great video and summary Value for money probably the 12. It’s a very good watch Nicest perhaps the Reverso chrono like you said A very surprising but lovely little watch was that rectangular Alpina. What a little beauty. Brand of the year possibly Longines. Didn’t really put a foot wrong with excellent releases all round. High horology maybe that tambour. Really beautiful watch and I like that lug less design Cheers
@Z-S-H 5 ай бұрын
Audemars Piguet Offshore "Beast" Ceramic is a very cool chrono/sport watch! A Lange & Sohne Odysseus Chronograph is just gorgeous a home run! I am NOT a Rolex fan but I do like the 1908 design language very much. Excellent Seiko pick!!! That Glashutte is definetly nice! The Big Eye ❤ Louis Vuitton Tambour is gorgeous! Porsche Design Utility 1 Chronograph is a great pick! Seiko Marinemaster is a home run for sure 😎 Longines Legend Diver 39 is their best release of the year imho. Seiko Speedtimer honorably mentioned 😁 My favorite releases this year were the Draken Zulu Aoraki field watch and the Seiko SSK009 GMT both of which I purchased but you had an awesome list man GREAT JOB
@watchpapi 6 ай бұрын
The Simon Brette. Masterpiece of collaboration in watch making.
@ID-Guy 6 ай бұрын
Excellent shout. I really did a disservice skipping Haute Horology this year (thinking that this clip would be long enough as it is) Independents deserve their own video 😉 Hope you're all well that side sir! 🥃
@watchpapi 6 ай бұрын
@@ID-Guy all good my friend! Hope you and your nearest and dearest are all ready for, and are looking forward to a well earned break over the holidays. 🥃
@angikarchmer5633 6 ай бұрын
Choosing 40 is quite generous.
@ID-Guy 6 ай бұрын
Right? And here I was thinking I should've included 20 more at least 😆
@jayremi4384 6 ай бұрын
On the lower end of the spectrum, I found the new Baltic gold PVD collection to be really good looking and a great idea for gifts that do not break the bank.
@sidelladan3792 6 ай бұрын
What happened to the 3-4 hour live streams????? I loved those!
@dska2294 6 ай бұрын
I like the H08. If I designed a watch, this would have been it. I bought it on the orange rubber strap and the titanium bracelet. I’m getting the blue fabric strap. It feels like a modern version of Cartier Santos BUT no scratches. The watch case curves around your wrist = so comfortable. The titanium sunray brushed bezel, the DLC black case, very thin, very light, display back with in house movement… and stealth. People who know, know. Regular people think it’s an Apple Watch. All the best to u watch fans!
@Marco-cd7jb 6 ай бұрын
Without doubt the new 'Bright Black' in white gold on Oysterflex is set to become a classic - AMAZING and timeless! A Le Mans for day-to-day use with incredible fluency throughout. I was fortunate enough to try one and blown away. Not sure how Rolex keep doing things that are so subtle, yet evolve in a congruent and congnative manner.
@billperkins4477 5 ай бұрын
For me it was the Longines Zulu Time 39mm. An absolute home run for the brand.
@ilmostro16 6 ай бұрын
I can’t wait for next year when Rolex releases the same watch, but 1mm larger or smaller and we’ll all lose our minds. Maybe next year the Explorer will be 39mm! Part of the fun is also not being able to get one and then they change the size 1 or 2mm again and if you want that other size, you have to pay a +30% markup on the secondary market. Joy!
@ID-Guy 6 ай бұрын
We gotta hand it to them though, at least they're consistent! 😆 All valid points (that I doubt will never change) 🥃
@jean-claudebeaver6614 6 ай бұрын
Yeah probs the skipper for me I had some hands on with it. The colours pop. A couple of k too much though, but like 99% of pieces on our hobby
@ID-Guy 6 ай бұрын
Give it another few months m'boy, I'm sure there will be tonnes going Grey 😉 And watch prices... they may very well be what kills the hobby for the next generation...
@josevasquez1781 6 ай бұрын
Great choices here, I purchased over 12 watches from two of my favorite AD in 2023. first I tried on the IWC Inginieur and I feel it's not worth 13K or more for the Ti. I purchased the Tudor BB54, Tudor P39, Seiko SJE093, Rolex Sub Kermit 126619LV anniversary, Longines LD39 both dials on BOR, Breitling AVI 765 B09 1964 LTD 164 pieces with ADLC bezel, Tag Heuer Glassbox reverse panda which I love all 2023 releases, in addition Glashutte SeaQ 39mm rosegold case, Navitimer 24HR dial Scott Carpenter platinum bezel, Rolex Sub 124060 ND, Rolex Explorer 2 126570 Polar and black dials and finally the Seiko slim Turtle. I love the Legend Diver and 62Mas recreation and yeah I went nuts this year.
@cpcallen 6 ай бұрын
The Reverso is definitely the standout, though (unusually) i prefer the gold and brown colourway to the steel. If only it wasn't unwearably big for my wrist! The runner up for me is one you didn't mention: the Ming 37.08 Sand, with possibly the most beautiful dial I've ever seen.
@kelvinweibin2137 6 ай бұрын
Longines Zulu spirit 39mm is the best release for me this year. Great watch dimension, design and easy strap change.
@ID-Guy 6 ай бұрын
Longines is one brand that has really nailed that "mid-size" shift this year with the Zulutime and the Legend Diver. Such great sizes... excellent choice Kevin 🥃
@juniorjohnson5961 6 ай бұрын
God Bless & Merry Christmas ,🙏
@ID-Guy 6 ай бұрын
Thank you Junior! I'll still be filling in videos over the next few weeks (still have 3 weeks worth of clips to put together in the interim 😉) But I hope you have an excellent break with your family sir! Merry Christmas! 🥃
@juniorjohnson5961 6 ай бұрын
@@ID-Guy 🙏
@AmritKumar-hp1rv 5 ай бұрын
The cliche holds true. Less is more. Beautiful collection, cheers
@kojiattwood 6 ай бұрын
For me hands down the LUC Chopard 1860 in Lucent steel absolutely gorgeous dial and movement.
@ID-Guy 6 ай бұрын
With that tasty salmon dial! I feel you Koji. Can't remember why I never included it in the list? 🥃
@kojiattwood 6 ай бұрын
@@ID-Guy Nonetheless, a very enjoyable video--cheers!
@BAF605 6 ай бұрын
I have to go with you and the Reverso Tribute chrono. Of course I couldn't buy one but this was the year I was able to buy a basic steel Reverso medium thin for a good price. I also bought the black dial glassbox Tag. It would probably been wiser to wait for a deal which is bound to come along but if ever I bought a watch with my heart it was this one. No regrets
@ID-Guy 6 ай бұрын
Cliched that we all feel the same way about the Tribute Chrono? Maybe... but I mean, you can't beat a good thing 😉 Also hope you're loving the Glassbox! Tag stepped up their game so much this year, it's madness! Thank you for sharing 🥃
@pstrzezek 6 ай бұрын
Very solid summary of the year 2023. Perhaps I would add Rolex Yachtmaster 226627 titanium for its novelty design and material (or Deep Sea Challange 126067 in case you would make list of the most controversial watches of 2023 ;)
@ID-Guy 6 ай бұрын
Honest, the YM Titanium completely slipped my mind 😆 How pathetic is that? Their first all titanium watch deserved a shoutout... oh dear 🥃
@JackoWillMakeLives-loveu 6 ай бұрын
My favorite release this year is the Fifty Fathoms Series 1. Prices are nuts though!
@ID-Guy 6 ай бұрын
Prices are becoming ludicrous... it's a real shame that we'll never be able to experience a majority of these pieces purely because they're so ridiculously expensive 🥃
@TruckeeDoggo 6 ай бұрын
Not the highest end but the Longines Legend Diver 39mm might be the most significant piece of the year
@ID-Guy 6 ай бұрын
Fascinating piece, right? A real surprise that came out of nowhere that I'm sure it going to turn many new people onto the brand 🥃
@volkerhoeschele1449 6 ай бұрын
Tag Heuer glasbox
@dingodave3966 6 ай бұрын
Dear Mr IDGuy, some great watches indeed. You could have kept going I bet. I’m still stuck on Tudor 925 and a Milgauss someday. I’m good. 😅
@normanblasquez9425 6 ай бұрын
Longines is the brand of the year! Their releases are spot on! 💯
@anthonystevens8683 6 ай бұрын
My pic would be the JLC Chronograph, the Duoface allows it to fly under the radar in time telling mode, flip it and you have a timing tool, I love it. The engineering involved in making this is epic. One release that possibly fell off the table would be the reduced size Longines Spirit COSC certified now available in 37mm with the date finally at 6.
@drfathertime 6 ай бұрын
Solid vid as always! Long vid you say? I think most of us don't mind, and want even longer! lol Anyway, for me, this year, it felt like the rise of "fashion brand" watches esp Cartier obv, but even from Hermes, like, they have no "restrictions" neither from within nor collectors unlike many other watch brands, and that made that wacky model possible, and I'm loving it, esp that numeral font and number 8! And somehow made a model that feels both retro futuristic and modern at the same time with some voodoo magic. LV feels kinda... bland imo so far. And you can't mention Ploprof man, that's cheating XDDDDD that model is so weird that everyone hates it and loves it at the same time, a hideous monster that is loved by everyone, a bit like Shrek if you will. As soon as Ploprof enters, it's "game over man, game over.gif" all over the place XDDDD Oh also, is it just me or is Patek is losing their way now? Their designs don't feel Patek to me any longer...
@ID-Guy 6 ай бұрын
Does seem like the fashion brands had a moment, right? Cartier, LV etc. Some gorgeous pieces... AND I had to give the PloProf love. I've been eager to see these pieces given a bit of a lift, but crazy how we have that love-hate for them 😆 Patek, I didn't include their masterpieces (which were unreal) but their 5244 I think it was? 5422? With all the arabics on the dial... that was a killer 🔥
@drfathertime 6 ай бұрын
@@ID-Guy ofc you had to, I mean I would love to wear a ploprof if my wrist could support it, but when I tried one, it felt like a Ben 10 watch lol, that thing is humongous! But man it's so unique, I dare say one of the most unique watch out there. Also regarding patek, before they had this old money vibe to them, but now, they are trying to market themselves to tiktokers and influencers, marketing to those new rich crowd.
@BertoniBertone 6 ай бұрын
As an alternative to the Glassbox I’d take a look at its ‘in-house’ sister….the Autavia Flyback. Same price-ish, COSC movement in the 02 rather than the TH20, discreet date and , IMHO, better wrist presence. Just a thought , though I do recognise it’s not a ‘23 release 🙂.
@ID-Guy 6 ай бұрын
I have been eyeing those Autavia's for a long time... almost pulled the trigger on one a year or so ago. Great call AND beautiful machines! 🥃
@josevasquez1781 6 ай бұрын
I own three with H02 Carrera and the new Glassbox Carrera, the TH20 is an upgrade as many are complaining that the H02 is having reset to zero issues on their Carrera 60TH anniversary, so TH20 solves a few issues especially the "minute" register getting stuck. Just a heads up and I do own the 60th.
@clivenaylor 6 ай бұрын
I've bought 6 out of the 41 logines legend diver 39 black bay 54 seikeo 5 reissue 2x PRX 35mm 1 white 1 green and the timex world time
@ID-Guy 6 ай бұрын
That Timex World Time really fascinates me... that colour way and case is just gorgeous! Hope you're enjoying them all! 🔥
@clivenaylor 6 ай бұрын
My favourite of the year was the time factors Smiths Traveller GMT in the cream
@ID-Guy 6 ай бұрын
Eddie keeps hitting home runs with his pieces, well earned too. He works extremely hard and a fantastic choice Clive! 🥃
@clivenaylor 6 ай бұрын
@@ID-Guy he really does. He need to do type XX chrono next either mechaquartz or the seagull movement
@Valera_Scotland 6 ай бұрын
Have watched the video now. For a year that felt disappointing , that was actually a strong line up! It really is a shame that prices have become so hard to swallow, but from your list, if i was going to get a free watch .... hmmm... i think the JLC Reverso Chrono would be it. Love the blue dial, and the chrono movement is just superb What an amazing dress watch that would be to own...a true grail... By the way, the Alpina... wow!
@ID-Guy 6 ай бұрын
100% with you, the watch that sums up 2023 Releases in my head: Reverso Tribute Skeleton Chrono. A real masterpiece from them (one I think we'd all want to own if we could) But the prices of pieces... that'll be a video for another time 😉
@Valera_Scotland 6 ай бұрын
@@ID-Guy 23k.... to be fair it's possible one day.... if I just save for like 15 years ha ha.... why not... maybe for my 50th
@jameshoward9700 6 ай бұрын
Great roundup and thanks for a year's fine content, fantastic stuff bru! I agree, re '23: underwhelming. Brands struggled with production and pandemic aftermath to play it safe: they gave us less, for more. Huge, unsustainable price rises into a falling market in return for a notable lack of imagination and zero creative direction. My pick for the year was TAG's Glassbox, but Longines' Legend Diver was a very fine piece of refinement from a brand that tends to disposable design. Omega were notably poor, but Swatch were focused on Longines taking the fight to Tudor and on Blancpain doing... err not quite sure what! A missed opportunity. So a big 'could do better' for most brands. Let's hope for more in '24 (for less!).
@ID-Guy 6 ай бұрын
Sums up the timeline perfectly, these were probably planned 2020 - 21 and they reflect what those years were like. Also the prices... I'm going to prep a video in a few weeks about this subject. Some really, really odd stuff... like Omega and Breitling not bringing much to the table AND I reckon next year will be similar for all brands... only by 2025 will we start seeing some stellar things but by then they'll be unobtainably expensive? 😆
@jameshoward9700 6 ай бұрын
That will be so interesting - looking forward to your take. I think the absolute eye-gouging dog-fight between Omega/Rolex get's too little attention: Rolex has been stung by a resurgent Omega undercutting them in the last 10 years, so re-introduced Tudor to undercut Omega and protect the Crown. Swatch has responded by undercutting Tudor with Longines and this bun-fight is distracting both brands (though we're seeing much better Longines and Tudor). All brands index their pricing to Rolex - their executives' ego determining how they value their product relatively. Richemont with relatively low volume brands has sought the most egregious and unjustified re-positioning (as well as moving to a boutique model). They are going to hurt in '24... @@ID-Guy
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