10 Essential Accessories & Tools Every Watch Enthusiast Should Buy + A Sneak Peek At My New Citizen

[@ManoloVintage]

I'm learning so much from this channel. Thank you. After getting out from being homeless I bought my first watch (I never bought myself anything before). I bought a Nixon which I respect and won't ever get rid of. It marked a time period i decided to start caring about myself. Now I have my first automatic a Fortis Flieger, which i got a crazy deal on. I have to have a Seiko! I guess it will come soon.

[@sdamico555]

Bravo for picking yourself up! Great job. Be proud of yourself!

[@-henny-4042]

Have you gotten a Seiko yet?

[@kwii22789]

wow good job. Very amazing what you did

[@0crazyninjacat0]

I really appreciate and admire your enthusiasm. Bravo amamzing work.

[@wayneriley7367]

Thanks for sharing a positive story. All the best to and all others that can find joy in life and a watch.

[@lshin80]

Number one accessory for watch enthusiasts: - a wife / girlfriend / life companion that will tolerate our watch acquisition syndrome.

[@wakawaka1976]

I’m pretty cheap but decided I needed to see the Seiko Alpinist on my wrist before it was no longer available on Amazon. I liked it when it came but felt it cost too much for me and was going to get a cheaper watch instead. Wife wouldn’t let me send it back.

[@EcSsAwS]

I'm very fond of a digital watch I have 3 UNDER 20$ casio's that I wear biking.. Swimming.. Anything outside when it's hot! My fav I paid 12$ for

[@arthurscargill8010]

A loupe, even just a cheap plastic one, is great for taking a proper close-up look at your watch. I use mine surprisingly frequently. Thanks for the video TGV, take care.

[@theurbangentry]

Outstanding suggestion, thank you Arthur, Always great to hear from you my friend, I hope you have been well. Thank you, Best regards, TGV

[@kenny8675]

Arthur Scargill no kidding I do the same thing.

[@datglasstho]

Got one as part of a cheap watch tool set and it was a great addition. Needed it to make multiple adjustments to a second hand automatic Seiko before I got it running accurately.

[@theJimmy2]

My beater watch is the casio DW5600E. Ive put it through hell on my jobsite for years and it just doesnt budge. Best beaterwatch for manual labour IMO. Thanks for the great content!

[@leviruppel2843]

i love digital watches and i am growing fonder every day of vintage/retro digital pieces. very jealous of your citizen pick up.

[@scouseingib9834]

Number 1 is Good microfiber cleaning cloth for carrying around, Tool set, Spring Bar collection, Watch Box, Watch Winder, Straps, travel box/tube/pouch, Brand Catalogues to watches in collection (personally for my more expensive watches i try get 1 from release year of watch and then a current one to year of purchase), Jewellers Gloves and a good desk lamp.

[@theurbangentry]

Great recommendatiosn, thank you sir! Thank you, Best regards, TGV

[@scotthayes2652]

Thanks for the video and the heads up on toolwatch. Going to add a few of those items to the birthday and Christmas list.

[@ricardoistudla8641]

I sincerely appreciate your channel and presentation. Great work mate!!

[@camarocarl7130]

Any recommendations for a metal bracelet for a modern Seiko Turtle ?

[@timothythomas1626]

In 1997 I bought a New Citizen Eco Drive Titanium with the white dial and Great Lum.

[@heminder]

Dude, two apps you need to know about for keeping track of watch accuracy. First one's called Watch Accuracy - you take a pic of the dial every so often and it measures over a period of time. The second one is Tickoprint - hold your phone's mic up against watch and it spits out a graph of the ticking of the movement. Wait for the plot to turn green and it'll measure the accuracy of the piece instantly.

[@theurbangentry]

Fantastic, I will check them out? Are they free per chance? Thank you, Best regards, TGV

[@DanboShaw]

I second the recommendation for Tickoprint. I prefer it to Watch Accuracy because I can use Tickoprint while regulating my watch to check accuracy on the spot, instead of having to wait several hours to get a reliable measurement.

[@heminder]

Yep. Tickoprint has a paid version with some extra features like beat error, amplitude measurement, etc, but the basic one is gratis and does a good job.

[@richardt6675]

Watch band block is important to size bracelets, especially with pin or pin and collar systems, though I still use it for screw bracelet sizing. A watch case holder is useful to remove the caseback whether to replace Quartz batteries, regulate mechanicals or verify the authenticity of the movement and watch.

[@alanvanderhaegen4936]

Wow, works great. It's free but you need to pay if you want all the functions. Cheers, Alan

[@astrogen1960]

If you are going to be changing straps a lot and need to be flipping the watch over onto the crystal, you should probably have a very soft and thick padded cloth, One which also won't let the watch slide around while you are working on it. Keep it with your tools and only use for that purpose. BTW, that's a very well crafted and top shelf intro . . nicely done, TGV!

[@theurbangentry]

Great tip and thank you for the compliment. Best regards, TGV

[@daniellamar378]

Thank you or another useful video. I suggest checking "hollow ground" screw drivers

[@timothythomas1626]

Picked up vintage set of mini screw drivers they are made in Korea but quality. Picked up at thrift. Use to service the G-SHOCK.

[@markmessore5461]

As always a thoroughly enjoyable repast from a hectic day. Finding a spot of time to lose myself in your timely observations has been, as per usual, time well spent. Thank you sir.

[@theurbangentry]

That inspires me no end, thank you Mark. Best regards, TGV

[@Mrtubbula]

Wanted to thank you for your incredibly Intelligent, balanced and good natured approach to all things Watches . I am new to Watch collecting and have found your channel truly inspiring and helpful. All the best

[@matspeeters3783]

Polywatch! Awesome product to remove scratches on the crystal

[@isabellacammalleri8489]

Brilliant Video Tristano ! I have to smile in every video . The great thing about your videos are that they ALWAYS make you happier. With so much negative things happening it's a good thing we have people like you who's videos make you smile every time . Thank you for that . Best regards Alex

[@mr.airgun6921]

the old Squale 1521 spinning away on the winder there! I've just bought a blue one myself and loving it.

[@theurbangentry]

Well spotted, I still can't get enough of her! Enjoy your Squale. Thank you, Best regards, TGV

[@donp2166]

Never tried Cape Cod. Always had good luck with Brasso on a microfiber cloth.

[@calvinsullivan5741]

TGV, I really love the fact that you share your knowledge of straps. Because of you I have become a huge fan of ColaReb straps. I have purchased 5 in the last month alone, and just as you say, they have given new life and affection for some watches in my collection that were not getting much use but now I really love them because of the strap change. I am now a huge fan and have joined the Urban Gentry collective. Thanks for all you do, TGV!

[@jtee9548]

It's good when you give links to the things you talk about in your content. Thanks, much appreciated.

[@Marchautowerks]

I have an auto repair shop, got a cheap casio a158w for my beater. Reaching in engine bays all day long and you feel naked without a watch a “disposable” watch is a necessity. Its got some character to it even a bit of weld spatter but has lasted way longer then i thought it would, i have another brand new in the box at my apartment as a back up. My seiko5 snk789 goes on my wrist when i leave the shop. I got some old and new tissot’s and other old swiss eastern europe watches i have for days off/vacation/nice nights out, enjoy the channel man!

[@forevernow4]

Everytime I see one of your videos, I learn something new about watches. :) I also have a small watch collection and some of those are thanks to you

[@theurbangentry]

THAT is precisely what it is all about, thank you sir! You just made my day. Best regards, TGV

[@Izak43]

Any recommendations for a link removal tool?

[@DenisHauser]

I am happy every time I find a new episode of your "Uhren Show" in the update list.

[@nickreeves9421]

Love the Brahms in the background

[@mikemantho9426]

I have a Bergeron spring bar tool, well worth it. Great video TGV, cheers.

[@a_single_white_female]

I think a bracelet pin pusher is essential as well.

[@mikeaulicino6746]

Big fan enjoying your show very much I just learned about it and I can't stop watching it congratulations

[@toml.8210]

My compliments on using your atomic watch as a reference! I have one in the kitchen, and an atomic alarm clock in the bedroom. I use them to adjust the house clocks when we change to & from Daylight savings time. I would suggest as a second reference tool a timegrapher application or program. They are available for Windows PC, Android and IOS devices, and are free.

[@zed260stig]

I just want to add for free you can order some really nice catalogs from watch manufacturers, they are pretty much small books and beautifully put together and provide information about the brand as well. Just check out their websites, I think I have a Junghans one, JLC and a few others. They will even send them international to you.

[@theurbangentry]

OUTSTANDING tip! Thank you Mark for sharing that, I hope many read your comment. Best regards, TGV

[@jimjim1295]

Great idea, I ordered four already!

[@agent00p65]

@@SumD-EGuy The Junghans one is cancelled. Do you know if there's a new link for that one? Also, what about Citizen, Seiko, Timex, Orient, and Casio? Do they have a free catalogue? Best regards, Perry

[@derekseda2054]

Thanks TGV for another enjoyable installment. I thought of another tool I've found very useful, you might have already mention it or another fan suggestion but how about Vernier Caliper micrometer. As I'm expanding my collection and putting your style tips to good use I find I need to check and double check the case dimensions of the pieces in my collection. I'm also car guy and a mechanic friend once told me I needed good "calipers" in my toolbox. Machinist grade can be expensive but a lot hobbies also call for precision measurements that don't need to be Cal Tech or NASA grade.

[@PawleyWalnuts]

Love this channel. Nice work. Just picked up Breitling heritage 42 with mesh bracelet, and Hamilton pilot khaki auto 44 after watching your reviews. Truly informative and entertaining. Keep it up

[@Jeroenoman]

I'll probably be receiving my Dan Henry 1970 40mm tomorrow, excited!

[@theurbangentry]

Nice! They look lovely. Let me know how you get on, Thank you, Best regards, TGV

[@fleetmanager3988]

I just got the Toolwatch app a couple days ago, along with the hairspring app. though this was 4.99 it was very helpful to regulate my Seiko.

[@junwoojang2941]

My beater watch is invicta 300m diver (forgot the exact name). Seiko automatic movement, water resistance up to 300m, robust, and cheap. Costed $110, highly recommend it for everyday task where you don't want to risk damaging your higher end watch.

[@Audittr2108]

No.12 - a certified safe bolted to the floor or wall. Got to keep the collection from harm!

[@FatSamEIE]

Chris_Audittr2108 I used to have a safe partially covered behind my chair with not much in it- while my watches were hidden in cereal boxes amongst the corn flakes... Always figured a burglar would be excited at the prospect of a safe and leave without taking anything else 😂

[@stratonwatchco]

TGV great video! Thanks for the heads up on the app Snupps, never heard of it and seems useful to the purpose :)

[@theurbangentry]

Thank you Kyle, Deffo check them out, I was waaaaay too slow about embracing them but its like Insta for watch obsessives like us! Perfect. Best regards, TGV

[@jimbean4945]

I'm only half way through this video, but what a great video it is. Superb. Thanks TGV.

[@theurbangentry]

Thank you Jim :D I deeply appreciate that, it makes all the time and effort worth it. Best regards, TGV

[@kennethMblake]

7:40 I don’t know what the “kids” call them, but I call it a “commuter bag”. 🙂

[@watchguy9773]

demagnetisers are good. just dont use them on an accutron or any other tuning fork watch or your watch will stop running. Use only on mechanical timepieces.

[@theurbangentry]

Absolutely! Very good point sir, Thank you, Best regards, TGV

[@zohaibasif6274]

14:00 reference device? Dont you have a phone?

[@Johnny-py6hh]

Another essential on the list, White soft cotton gloves, great for handling and polishing “my precious”! :)

[@artswri]

Great video, really enjoy your sensibilities and suggestions. Gotta love something who loves books and any(!) kind of timepiece!

[@veratawiah3736]

had to watch the intro like four or five times love the urban Gentry and best regards to this channel

[@theurbangentry]

Thank you so much Vera, deeply appreciated. Best regards, TGV

[@jownbey]

My big need from this list is a decent watch case. I'll have to see your video on the subject for some guidance. Another great video mate, all the best.

[@mikedru2912]

Jordan Ownbey Build a custom one

[@pohykavi]

Great videos. I appreciate the great work. You mentioned you need a reference piece in your collection. I’d like to mention the most simple is the iPhone. Or even the Apple Watch. For the iPhone, put the clock widget on the desktop that shows the second hand. Both are coordinated with the atomic clocks.

[@joopsnoop]

I have that Longitude book at 12:00. Fascinating read.

[@TurnFullCircle]

Wonderful video...the music in the intro....just lovely...... May I say I really appreciate the quality of your channel.... love the enthusiasm.....and genuine love of this most noble pastime...all the best Chris

[@theurbangentry]

Thank you Chris, deeply appreciated. Best regards, TGV

[@FiMa42]

One of my favorite videos atm! Thank you tgv for all the handy tips!

[@bubbab7792]

Love your classical music pieces you share. Beautiful. Great tutorial video TGV. Thank you. ALMOST FORGOT. I would suggest a good safe for your prize collection.

[@theurbangentry]

Thank you sir Bubba! :D Best regards, TGV

[@vincewhite5087]

Watch strap s for Seikos. I needed a 19mm. So I took a 20mm mesh & took it to watch maker, since I noticed he had nice precision grinders. It took him less them 5 mins to grind off & file & switch my strap. Saved me hunting for 19mm which are costly.

[@arnaudsylvainboual4510]

Make a review on Le Jour watch. Thanks

[@JellyForSale]

Please do a video on the timex!! Very cool

[@floydburkett2749]

Wow that waych candy is a good site. Thank you. I needed the resource

[@litterpicker1431]

01 04:12 A spring bar tool; 02 05:17 A watch case; 03 07:46 Watch straps; 04 10:06 A beater watch; 05 11:40 Books; 06 12:44 A reference device; 07 14:04 Snupps collection tracker app; 08 17:06 A watchmakers' screwdriver set; 09 18:36 Cape Cod metal polishing cloths; 10 20:02 A watch winder; 11 22:43 A demagnetizer

[@benjaulus7118]

Oh and you got a new photo of the Omega speedmaster!

[@matthewdorman791]

I agree whole heartedly with the new strap bringing life to a watch ideology because recently i replaced the strap on my orient "esteem" (ref. number is ridiculous) with a smooth cognac leather strap with a butterfly clasp and it made me fall in love with the piece all over again. I never like the faux crocodile stamp leather that it came on. One thing i would add to the essentials, especially for people new to mech. watches, would be a decent jewelers' loop so you can really look at the various parts of a movement in detail and get a basic understanding of how it works. Also it makes it easier to check for damage and other cosmetic stuff on used pieces.

[@guitarmike1968]

Wow I'm really loving the new lead in TGV. Very very nice!! Super well done with the Vintage Omega in the time lapse. Just very well done!!

[@theurbangentry]

Thank you so much, it was certainly fun to shoot. Best regards, TGV

[@bullsfan1981]

I just subscribed to your channel because I love your detailed reviews. Where can purchase a Seiko 5 watch or a Hamilton . Please refer me to some respected sites.

[@stevanpopovic1151]

What about all of the boxes and packaging. Do you have them in a separate room?

[@eddieshearman9967]

Timex expedition is a great beater watch, very waterproof, diving besel and also it is quite small at around 38mm for small wrists

[@vincentmcmanus8208]

Hello, my question is about watch winders. If you don't keep your auto watches wound all the time does it harm the watch manually winding or resetting the watch a couple times a month as you use them through the rotation?

[@ralphcannon2783]

I use a cheater clip on magnifiers for my bifocals.. really helps when changing batteries.

[@eyebees]

That intro is friggin gorgeous

[@dragonfire61]

Love the opening with Mahler playing in the background.

[@chadsanty8227]

Great tips, great video. Nice Citizen, one of my favorite watches is my Cartier homage eco drive that was a gift from my wife. Love the new digs, but it's nice to see you broadcast from the war room. It reminds me of the early days when it seemed like it was just you and me chatting about watches, Lacoste shirts, world domination ect...

[@theurbangentry]

LOL, thank you my friend. You can never go wrong with an eco drive citizen or Lacoste shirts and world domination for that matter! ;-) Thank you, Best regards, TGV

[@hunterjohnson8200]

I got a 20$ automatic watch for my work watch. And for 20 it's awesome keeps unbeleavable time.

[@rickwankan2674]

I'm looking for the round piece that unscrews the back of a watch so one can regulate the watch...40.5 mm watch diameter...thanks

[@Phelipe7San]

Hey TGV, great video as usual! I need to show this video to my wife. Great gift suggestions here. LOL Regards, Phelipe

[@theurbangentry]

Please do. I will be doing another one in November for Xmas too ;-) Thank you Phelipe, Best regards, TGV

[@Teachering]

As always, an enjoyable and entertaining video. Bergeon and Cape Cod Polishing Cloths: two items I will be looking in to. Thank you, TGV.

[@theurbangentry]

Always a plausre, thank you my friend. Deffo worth every penny! You will not regret it. Best regards, TGV

[@timothythomas1626]

I have a timex similar only it has a Chocolate waffled Dial Runs Great.

[@mikkihoo7556]

Thanks for the great video again. Still waiting for that Omega Speedmaster Racing review you mentioned on one of the earlier videos. Are you gonna do it or.....? Thanks anyway. Keep up the good work.

[@nevahenuf]

I really like the atomic syncing solar watch recommendation. If you get one that can flex into smart casual attire then it's the ultimate convenient watch.

[@jmeler1254]

I have a Grey Linen dial Timex just like that! Hard to find watch!

[@mariog7213]

I adore that vintage omega in the intro.

[@nickhueser9193]

Hi, I had 2 watch winder but I sold them. I found that I should just set the time and date when I where an automatic watch is strapped on. I have 10 and can't wear them or I would like also.

[@JosephAnthonyJosefius]

Haha the Dino reminds me of the show Firefly. Anyway, thanks for the suggestions, I've been looking for a decent midrange winder for my automatic watch(s) so this definitely helps me. Plus I need a good to to change watch bands. I also installed the app and threw up couple shelves, great another social media app :).

[@Iberian247]

A safety pin or two on your keychain is handy for adjusting a steel bracelet clasp on the fly, not to mention clothing malfunctions, etc.

[@chrisauerbach3390]

Brilliant. Ask your following what accessories they nominate...then make/sell them those accessories! Brilliant. Keep at it! Respect.

[@MrSMD-rr9xw]

What is that Architecture book you have laid out on your desk?

[@alfredorivera4150]

A good bracelet can be the perfect complement to a watch. Also, about the watch winders, in Cristopher Ward´s official page you can find nice watch winders for a reasonable price.

[@Stephenberry0]

Random FYI but for straps I fined that the Bergeon 6767-s (standard) works better then the 6767-f (fine). The 6767-f to me seems better for bracelets with solid end links. But you can pick up both on amazon for around $40 total.

[@chrisb012]

I had one of those Citizen Yachtimers when they came out. Used it for sailing, and it fell off during a race, and now sits at the bottom of the Solent… RIP.

[@mdossantosd]

That is a nice winder. I have that exact model, the WOLF Cub and it is awesome. Worth the money.

[@a97b18b]

For cola reb straps, do you buy the normal length or do you get the short version??

[@jamesmcnary4939]

I love changing straps. My 3 watches can be 100 or more watches just by swiping out straps. Straps can be handsome as hell too.

[@shmutube]

Are there any polishing cloths or polishing tools you would recommend to the watch enthusiastic in order to give their watch surfaces a reasonable touching up?

[@tmorris93]

I would add that having a box to help you sort your different widths of straps could be useful

[@lostinseale]

I am surprised that a watch repair kit was not on your list. You can get them for $20-$30 on eBay and Amazon. I could not go without my Adjustable Case Opener. I have many quartz watches and I change my own batteries. And I try to get all my watches on a bracelet so the Link Remover tool is invaluable. 1/2 the time I will change the strap to a leather but this way I have more options down the road. Love the show. Because of you I got my first automatic and I give NATO straps a chance. Loving the NATO straps. Thanks.

[@andrewgee2775]

Love the videos TGV, one thing I would add to the demagnetiser, a compass, that way you can check if anything is magnetised. Cheers

[@abelnightroad4453]

There is one item that is missing this list, which I believe is very important: chronocomparator like Timegrapher 1000. This is essential when buying mechanical watches. Can save you from buying faulty pieces. I even use it when buying new watches from reputable stores. Had a case when three different Tissot watches of the same model were broken from factory which I found at the shop and finally didn’t buy. You can also monitor your watches once a year to see if they are doing well or should I bring them to watchmaker. I also use it to help friends when they buy mechanical watch.

[@philgiglio7922]

Oil/lubricants congeal; blood coagulates. What I prefer to use for regulation is the US atomic clock which you can access on the web; dedicated lines are used to relay the signal: observatories and other locations where timing is critical use this service.

[@byronwilkinson9366]

I really enjoy seeing the passion you have for watches and horoligy and living this kind of lifestyle I look forward to starting my own collection I am getting my first EVER watch in a couple of days and I am super excited its an skx 007

[@AY-xu8oy]

Delightful video - more things to add to the buy list! I believe Hugo needs a video of own!

[@theurbangentry]

Thank you Jotaro, sadly his hands are too petite for the white gloves. Sadly because of his wrists, he despises all watches. But a video of Hugo destroying watches could be fun! ;-) Best regards, TGV

[@AY-xu8oy]

Maybe as a mascot he can have a nice camouflage NATO around his neck! Well you have converted many a man to the art of horology, reptile maybe too large a task!

[@freddiecisneros2622]

Enjoyed this, thank you. I think a safe could be considered an accessory for any collection.

[@erwannharrison8462]

Bernard Favre watch winders are possibly the coolest watch winders out there! I highly recommend checking them out.

[@BlueeBubble]

Hi can you please tell me what is the radar live wallpaper you have on your computer? Thanks!