10 Chronographs Every Watch Enthusiast Must Experience

[@davidb9531]

That Hanhart is far and away the most exceptionally perfect of the list and the cheapest no doubt

[@jlore6344]

These videos make me smile. Thank you for keeping it all light hearted.

[@MaartenAnna]

Your descriptions are like poetry, with a tomgue in check twist every now and again. Thans mate, love it.

[@AlwaysBolttheBird]

I have the Speedmaster and love it

[@samuelrodgers9283]

Same! I have the sapphire sandwich.

[@AlwaysBolttheBird]

@@samuelrodgers9283 I am a huge space guy so I got the Hesilite so it was more authentic but I sometimes feel like I made a mistake. The sandwich is georgeous

[@jamesnash7262]

@@samuelrodgers9283…likewise, but don’t you guys hate winding them ?!

[@enghaddock]

Hesalite here! Iconic!! ❤

[@jamesburrell8782]

I have always liked my zenith but that triple split looks amazing.

[@jamesnash7262]

…agree, so beautiful ! But what are you timing that you need a split-hour function for ! Can only shudder at what the price must be, lol…

[@jamesburrell8782]

I don’t think anyone needs one but that doesn’t stop me from wanting one

[@Fulltilt1973]

Dude your writing is next level. love it

[@joshuakaplan5726]

IWC Pilot's Chronograph 41 is deff one to try

[@vinterhensomhet]

The movements of the Patek and the A.Lange & Sohne are absolutley fabulous!

[@rebelliosaurus429]

...untill they break...which they eventually do......

[@pieterjanpeterson993]

The Lange even more so, though 😎

[@MrVoayer]

Chronograph watch... A history that fascinates... A look that remains desirable... And a function that remains mostly unused ! Perfect !

[@MountainofInspiration]

Wow, these are all beautiful creations. Thanks for introducing us to someof these watches and the history behind them.

[@desmondoreilly1210]

Well, in the last couple of months, I got a Hanhart 417ES 1954 and it's very special indeed. A stunning chronograph in its own right with loads of vintage feel. But the tie in with McQueen elevates it to a whole other level. Epic.

[@waterfordrs22]

I’ve got a Hanhart, it’s a nice watch, very good value. If you like vintage chronographs, check out the Zenith Chronomaster Revivals and the Originals. This video shows a Sport. It’s easy to find watches from those lines for a great value. I own a Hanhart, it’s a good watch, Zenith is in a different universe, but you don’t need to pay crazy money.

[@desmondoreilly1210]

@@waterfordrs22 It's funny you should mention Zenith, I often look at them. An El Primero original would be something of a grail for me. Maybe some day I will start looking at used prices. I'd love to add one to my watch box.

[@waterfordrs22]

@@desmondoreilly1210 those are spectacular. I’ve got an A385 Revival. I’m fortunate to have eclectic taste and those are available for the absolute best relative value. The Originals are a little more mainstream, less of a pure vintage reissue and as result, they don’t drop as much. That said, the watches within those two lines, pics and videos simply don’t do them justice. Perfect proportions, jewel like dial furniture. Spectacular color ways. Iconic yet eclectic enough not to appeal to everyone, but man is that ever a great chronograph to put at the top of your wish list. Good taste, not next level, next universe.

[@brittwebb5602]

That Patek is flat out gorgeous. From the navy blue dial to the white gold art deco lugs, it is perfection.

[@dukes70]

My fav out of that bunch!!🔥🔥

[@Pandybelly]

Any of them would be nice to own, but if I had the funds, my top 5 would be: 1. A. Lange & Söhne Triple Split 2. Patek Philippe 5172G 3. Zenith Chronomaster 4. Grand Seiko Tentagraph 5. Omega Speedmaster

[@Peanutdenver]

Great selection order. I would only rearrange Zenith at #2 and Omega at #3....also a Breguet Type II would be nice as a bonus.

[@Pandybelly]

@@Peanutdenver It would be nice to afford them all, then they could be arranged in a watch display in the order of our choice. A nice problem to have.

[@Peanutdenver]

@@Pandybelly Absolutely...I own 2 of these and my gf lets me know it about it often.

[@Pandybelly]

​@@Peanutdenver Enjoy them.....

[@Peanutdenver]

@@PandybellyThank you

[@paris2993]

Ideas for future...... - enamel dial watches -limited edition. .... - unknown Asian brands....... - upcoming brands from world over. - rgm watches -geneva seal watches - old dead brands -movement makers(esp lajoux perret) - and one vdo on the basculante.... Thanx. From an old subscriber

[@FirestormAA]

Great video Andrew.... for me El'primero is a must for me......

[@abcdLeeXY]

Breitling b01 is probably the best chronographs out there right now. They are also the brand that started the two 3 pusher design.

[@g43654]

I love the Navi, but with its 30m WR and no magnetic resistance, it's a hard sell.

[@AS-po9pm]

Hmmmm the longlines big eye should be in the list. At least as nr 11

[@Hashkatina]

Let us not forget the Sea-Gull 1963. Inexpensive swiss movement masterpiece purchased by the Chinese Sea-Gull company. Just don't bother getting it repaired if it breaks. Just buy another one.

[@akinmedeiros371]

The Breguet type xx for amongst other things it's flyback function

[@38201270298]

IWC Portugieser Chronograph - timeless classic, not to sporty but elegant and sophisticated.❤

[@carlmullender2941]

One year later, I am still in love with my Zenith Chronomaster - White open heart dial - it just keeps giving 🙂

[@MP-zi6nz]

Hanhart 417 now on my list!

[@ysteinbergmann7839]

Anyone who fancy Longines Avigation Big Eye Blue? Appears to be a great value for money, not to mention the lovely dial.

[@static369]

That triple split is a thing of beauty.

[@umaxime9893]

Portugueser, Bréguet type 20, Monaco ??

[@38201270298]

I think he cares about store stock, not the watches himself

[@TheGunDude]

The speedy is my goal watch. It’s absolutely perfect in my mind. By the longe is stunning. The zenith is incredible for the price.

[@TomasBruzzo]

“Where the walls are soft and the jackets tight” 😂

[@waterfordrs22]

El Primero had to be on the list. That said, the Revivals and Originals are the watches not to overlook.

[@istvantoth7431]

Indeed. The 'El Primero' is the Obi Van Kenobi of chronographs.

[@travis3810]

I asked Andrew at his recent event in Philadelphia to play f***, marry, kill with the El Primero/Daytona/Speedmaster. To my surprise, he chose to kill the EL Primero because of the date window location...

[@matthewgooch6892]

I had a Zenith El Primero De Luca from 1997. Bought the same year my younger son was born. Wore it everyday for 21 years, then gave it to my son on his 21st birthday. Nothing can replace that particular watch, but I have been saving ever since for another Zenith. I will get one, some day. The Rainbow Flyback probably. Then I will get a Fortis Cosmonaut Chrono, followed by a Speedmaster. These will complement my Sinn 903 and Omega Mark 40 Cosmos, and my chronograph collection will be complete. But Zenith is at the top of the list for me.

[@JustMeTalking]

I bought the Grand Seiko Tentagraph... love it. Then Grand Seiko sent me a Platinum Pen with same colour blue as a gift thank you.

[@rodrigogutierrezreyes4702]

I love this brand! I think their simplicity is great

[@79Hokie]

Speedmaster!

[@Lexcoaster]

Most chronographs aren't really my cup of tea, but the Junghans is indeed beautiful and the A. Lange Triple Split is a mesmerizing piece of art. However, watches that incorporate the Agenhor Agengraph module, such as the H. Moser Streamliner Flyback Chronograph, I'm especially enamored by. Everything being read by the central hands really cleans up the dial, and that movement is gorgeous! 😃And then there's the Lang & Heyne Albert...

[@brittwebb5602]

Anyone else notice the rust on the back side of the Heuer Carrera’s large painted second hand? It was clearly visible in the reflection of the polished markers.

[@Djarnor]

Glad you mentioned Junghans' other, more profitable business

[@zegervanaschvanwijck7749]

Awesome vid (again). Thank you. Informative, fun Anna dash of irony 👍🏻😉

[@fossilimprint2954]

Nicely done.

[@rrich52806]

Have to admit I got a Chinese Sugess 1963 Pilot Watch Men's Chronograph Mechanical Wristwatches Original ST1901 Swanneck Movement Sapphire Crystal Racing 2022, QUALITY and under $100USD,

[@Molland-photography]

The seagull 1963 should be on the list. A little gem that most of us can afford after some savibg..

[@markadams2765]

My thoughts as well.

[@g43654]

Affordable but not serviceable. China created fast fashion, they also created fast horology (and counterfeits). How unfortunate.

[@jomni]

I was to comment this as well

[@karlsenula9495]

@@g43654... true but you can buy 10+ of them for the price of one of the cheapest listed here. If you need to and the long term durability of that movement is still unknown.

[@mystic48209]

Teyt are serviceable. Find a watch maker thar will.

[@paulkukula6541]

My only chronograph is a Casio Edifice. Love it. Not in the same league as these guys,but serves its purpose very well.

[@rpow6861]

1:53 such a beautiful watch. but its got to be said, the Speedmaster 5:50 is on another level!

[@enghaddock]

Yes! AKA The moonwatch…love mine❤

[@rpow6861]

@@enghaddock You lucky sod, i'd love one but its a little out of my price range but who knows, maybe one day. i do have quite a nice Seamaster though.

[@toneswinger]

I think a Speedmaster 57 is much better than a moonwatch so I brought one

[@viktorhalasz328]

Thank you the Video!

[@wisamal-hakim5531]

Shame there’s no monopusher Still some nice watches there The triple split is incredible Pleasantly surprised to see the Junghans feature, it’s a beautiful design

[@charleslyall4911]

Great video,👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@robertp5123]

Zenith El Premerio…..especially the new green dial that came out. The Kelly green color on the dial makes this watch unique. They only made 250. Another is the Omega Speedmaster 57 Sedna gold bezel two tone with a black dial. Honestly…..no one has done a review on this timepiece which makes it a special watch.

[@johnprosser5035]

Blancpain Bathyscaphe full ceramic Chrono..... High beat, flyback, 300m and gorgeous

[@bobmclennan1727]

That triple-split movement looks cavernous, like I could lose my car keys in there if I'm not careful. I may never see one in person, but I do have a Studio Underd0g watermelon on pre-order. The 1901 may not have split seconds, but it does have a place in my budget, and I'm very happy about that.

[@nicovandyk3856]

What about the Type XX!?!

[@38201270298]

They should get rid of date window at my opinion

[@jcsivelli]

Te A. Lange i think is the diff one to try... but i guess its no a bargain.... Im saving ahead... haja Will use in the mean time my prospex seiko...😂

[@charleslyall4911]

A Lange ,my grail watch 👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@docfluty]

I really enjoy my JLC Polaris chronograph. With the verticle clutch, I can leave the chrono hand running full-time to act as a second hand with no additional wear on the watch. But when I need the chrono, it's there. That way I have no dead-dial. That alone isn't such a big deal, but toss in the fact that it also has 100m water resistance, automatic movement, 70 hours power reserve, 28,800 VpH, and is less than 12mm thick at a great price from a historic brand... it is damn near perfect.

[@epbrown01]

Is that the 9082471? I was just looking at one over on, coincidence, Watchfinder.

I would add Fortis Novonaut (previously "Official Cosmonauts chronograph") Probably watch which spend logest time (at once) in space, but tbh the list really included legends

[@dukes70]

How can he forget Breguet Type XX!! I’ve been obsessing over this one lately!! 🔥🔥😬😬

[@jha77jha77]

Nothing beats the Speedmaster ❤

[@BenGlyden]

Old speedys ❤

[@MP-zi6nz]

Nice video by the way.

[@begood5652]

The regular DATOGRAPH up/down is the perfect daily chronograph that fits all the requirements

[@JessicaaRobbins]

Longines. A storied history with the chronograph.

[@Faraway_fjord]

I'd go for a more accessible budget friendly chronograph such as the Hamilton intra-matic panda version.

[@t-o2947]

haha, i am working in the train manufacturing business and we would never create e.g. our seats. All bits and pieces are sourced from companies who know what they are doing and we choose and then assemble and make it work to the satisfaction of the passengers, hopefully. it would be crazy expensive to build up all the know how on all the parts of a train. I guess that is why whatches are luxury items after all

[@raduoancea1074]

I would have aded the Strealiner watch with Agenhor movement.

[@smoothacceleration437]

I can t believe you left out the MB&F's chronograph, the LM Sequential EVO, which completely revolutionized the chronograph movement !

[@dariusbrainiac]

That's all good but there's no Shock. love how you roasted rollo again, as much as I hate it I'm sure I'd love it as I have a funny idea it might be most comfortable out of them all.

[@markonemusic]

While not in anything like the same league as these watches, from an historical point of view I’d have to add the Seagull 1963 pilot chronograph. It’s also, crazy cheap too!

[@alanwong5688]

Definitely Cartier Monopusher (or Ming as it’s the same mvmt) & Gronefeld Gronograff

[@jorgerobles628]

I used to have the Breitling Navitimer 809 with 24-Hr dial, a Rolex 6265 with a Val 72, that Heuer Carrera, the Zenith El Primero in a Movado called Datron, the Rolex 4030 from 1989, and a Moonwatch from 1967 with 321 caliber. Of all of them, the only I still have is the Speedmaster, the rest are sold or gifted away. And after that Speedmaster I got 18 others, including the Holy Grail 376.0822 with caliber 1045, that I lamentably sold. I became a Chrono lover, and an Omega Fan boy up to this time, But I love that GS, just I would have liked that date be located at 6' giving symmetry to the dial, not where it is. That GS is a FANTASTIC WATCH, just like my 321..........

[@IAT1964]

Seagull 1963. Awesome chrono, from China with a Swiss designed movement.

[@TheWatcher60401]

I'll eventually get a speedmaster after i get a seamaster.

[@hitchhicker92]

Tudor BB Chrono would be my chrono of choice...

[@ronaldnoll9616]

THE chronograph to experience - if you ever have the chance to come close to one - should be Stephen McDonnell’s latest creation for MB&F: the LM Sequential EVO. Actually two chronographs for the price of one ;)

[@KeepingWatchUK]

I think I’ll get over it if I only get to try a few on your list 😂

[@KeepingWatchUK]

@@Tondaloona03 Following me now 😂 That’s low. You OK? Tell you what, I’ll send you a signed photo of me with all my ‘reps’ stood next to the AD who sold them to me. Would that help? Take care.

[@gregorizi]

Grand Seiko is master peace for good price. It is only mechanical watch that is far superior than others.

[@petrolhead007]

No Tudor BlackBay Chronograph on the list 🙄. Such a beautiful watch it is - looks way better than the Daytona.

[@waynesellers4078]

Not sure why I'm watching this as the only chronographs I like are the fortis stratoliner and the pogue era seiko chronographs.

[@xMrPC]

Why is there no Monaco in the list?

[@38201270298]

Good point!

[@Megatraum504]

there are as many people that go out of there way to hate on the daytona as there are who love it, soley based on the price/hype factor.

[@metallusmelandril7380]

Bruh the first Cara was together with a Zenit watch the first automatic chrono soooo I think it was special

[@jjlad5037]

Breitling shares something with the Corvette...the average age of their customer base is over 80.

[@stupidocanerosa]

Seiko Speedtimer?

[@woodrick88]

Everyone needs to see the triple split so they can wonder if they are actually looking at something real, or is the matrix just screwing with them cos it got bored and wanted to mess with their heads.

[@Raminagrobisfr]

In custody : "i followed Watchfinder's advice and permanently borrowed this chronograph without permission"

[@mrkitewine7700]

The Casio F91W is missing from the list

[@zegervanaschvanwijck7749]

The Seiko 6139/8 should be on there as well instead and the Grand Seiko which cost indeed a grand.

[@kristiyandimitrov5519]

I'm happy with my Pogue ;)

[@IIIxwaveIII]

IWC pilot Chrono 41 for me please

[@kaisersozay99]

Lovely

[@WibblyWizard]

There are so few shots of the bracelets in this video. Show us what the bracelets look like, and the watch as a whole looks like!

[@dapetik]

Tentagraph in a smaller size please!

[@jamesmullett5404]

I’m baffled that you included Grand Seiko but not Longines 😱

[@mccloryjim]

No JLC ,No Bregue ,really?, come on, still ,love the channel, thanks for sharing

[@jamesnash7262]

…the Seiko SNA 411 “Flightmaster”, affordable, beautiful, annoying 21mm lugs??, quartz workhorse, possibly even more unreadable than a Navitimer…

[@phil9979]

ALS should’ve been the Datograph. And the Grand Seiko should be swapped with the Portuguese. Otherwise, nicely done.

[@shumailiqbal5420]

Iwc pilot chronograph

[@starkparker16]

Top mark. Toodle pip.

[@charleslyall4911]

Never liked the Daytona ,thanks 👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@forceforgood4669]

I wonder if there is a legal way to "permanently borrow" one of these beauty's "without permission". Some of these utterly are enticing, only if one could flaunt the borrowed on high street while avoiding the dungeon all at the same time.

[@mrz80]

Ah chronographs. How can you NOT be obsessed with chronographs? Admittedly I'm feeding the obsession from the cheap end of the gene pool, with a drawer full of Timexes and Casios, and even the dreaded Pagani 1701. My sole higher-end chrono is an inherited Venus 178-powered Navi that alas got into a gravity assisted argument with a concrete floor at some time before my father's passing, and is languishing in a watchmaker's shop while unobtanium parts are sought from the ends of the earth. I mark the time until I get the beloved Breitling back by scouring craigslist for neat looking chronos that I can pick up for dinner-out money. :D Should I ever be able to add a pricier unit to the collection, I'd have to go for the clean elegant functionality of the Junghans. That watch is flat gorgeous.

[@finesse49]

When a video title tells me I MUST do something, I immediately delete it, never to be watched.

[@rashakor]

Rolex should have have shined in this list by its absence. It was at least mentioned that the Daytona is a fake, neutered El Primero

[@ryangochuico]

Andrew just told me to steal a chronograph

[@songoku-jx3cb]

My top 5 1) patek 2499 2) lange triple split 3) cpcp tortue monopusher 4) mb&f lm sequential evo 5) rm 72-01 flyback