2021 Style Guide: Finding The Perfect Dress Watch From $100 To Luxury

[@phossil3302]

For those who get cold feet when it comes to get a smaller watch, remember: Muhammad Ali wore a Cartier Tank ! ;)

[@theurbangentry]

YESSSSSSS!!!!! What a great example and inspiration, thank you for reminding us. Best regards, TGV

[@scottsinaz3000]

"Hey champ is that your wifes watch hahaha" POWWW!!! "I float like a butterfly and sting like a bee and the Cartier Tank looks pretty on me"!

[@louiscyfer6944]

not everyone is a thin guy like ali was.

[@enriqueparedespinel1694]

Yeah, he could afford it.

[@frankdux5693]

@@louiscyfer6944 still more of a man than some insecure can't fight roid head.

[@britannia2129]

I can’t say this enough - Longines Conquest Heritage! It’s a great size - small yet masculine design, accurate movement, goes with many straps! Got mine for my 18th Birthday in January

[@theurbangentry]

Excellent choice, I will be talk about Longines next week!!! I adore that watch, you surmized it well too. What a classy watch for an 18th, you have better taste than me when I was that age! Thank you Abe, Best regards, TGV

[@joecool4889]

@@theurbangentry Love the Longines Conquest Heritage but wish it was a bit cheaper. You should review the Meccaniche Venezianne Redentore, which is a similar looking watch from a microbrand that comes in 36mm. Also, I love the look of the Seiko SUP880 as a Cartier Tank homage but I find the size to be too big - wish Seiko made a medium sized version, as I think the ladies' SUP250 is too small in the other direction.

[@marcfavero1255]

Got one you can see on my Instagram : @marcf_777 ;)

[@peterkull8354]

TGV is just right here. When I was 18 I was interested in divers and GMTs - nice but quite loud stuff and far away from the elegance of your Longines Conquest Heritage. Enjoy being a young guy with one marvellous 18h birthday present !

[@barryhearn8627]

I bought my longines conquest heritage in 2018. Class little watch. I almost wore it today but went with my gold cartier tank in the finish.

[@RevLev06]

You have created another feast for the eyes, great videography. But I have now come to expect nothing less than your stunning creativity.

[@unexpected8166]

3:56 "When you are at a formal function, it's not a military operation" couldn't stop laughing at this sentence

[@christianhudson9623]

Yes, yes and yes. Time, place and manner.

[@zillsburyy1]

i like a seconds hand to let me know that the watch is running!

[@oOoScarecrow31oOo]

Only James Bond does both. 😎

[@JayMorgan]

I'm not sure I feel the same way he does about formal functions.

[@tuzu1758]

Just received my dress watch a couple of days ago. The Orient Gen. 2 Ver. 2 Bambino. Over the moon with it. Matched it with a very elegant gold tone bracelet.

[@GabrielGGabGattringer]

100-500 USD: Seiko Presage and Orient Bambino - that´s what I can afford if I ever buy a dress watch. Amazing, informative and fun video as always, TGV!

[@Fabformcatering]

Good choice, I came across the Presage recently when looking for a watch for a friend. Now I have to have one!

[@Emerrege]

Citizen BM7193-07B it's my dress watch of choice at the moment, solar quartz movement with a superb look, i mod it and took off the second hands and now just show the time and has a little frame for the date. i love that watch!

[@geoffread2707]

My “grail” dress watch is the JLC Master Ultra Thin in steel.

[@ssslovak47]

Same for me! It's nice to see people liking other watches not just all the overhyped ones!!!

[@leon_ME]

Just like me except for rose gold

[@RH-vd3yu]

Yeah i want the perpetual calendar

[@geoffread2707]

@@RH-vd3yu I didn’t specify above but I’m torn between the simple date or the small seconds. Currently favouring the date at the moment. Dreams!

[@lewisjones3345]

I feel the same way. My ‘grail’ piece is the JLC MUT moon phase in gold.

[@stevenreed407]

Thank you so much for giving so much great advice about dress watches. I am 57 an for most of my adult life have not bothered to wear a watch until a few months ago. Now I am a born again watch fanatic and have committed to build a great watch collection. watching your channel to get up to speed about buying and collecting great watches.

[@Michael-ee4uz]

Slim, minimal, and silver are all I need in a dress watch. I have a Bulova I wear for most formal occasions. Like you I like to match my wedding band, which is wide, silver, and has a brushed surface with polished edges.

[@THEMADWATCHCOLLECTOR]

Superb show! I always get a bit jealous when I see someone in a suit with a Cartier Tank!!! One of my favourite watches I’ll never own! It’s too dressy for my lifestyle , doesn’t mean I can’t appreciate the little beauty! May get that Seiko Tank just for the fun of it!;)

[@Ashfielder]

I tend to prefer wearing dress watches in most situations, not just formal, as I have somewhat small wrists and a preference for a more subtle watch, so this is a perfect video for me! Thanks TGV.

[@oscarosullivan4513]

People did that when they had just one watch

[@louiscyfer6944]

i an the other way. i wear diver or aviator watches aa dress watches because dress watches are too small.

[@randsp3c709]

@@louiscyfer6944 I agree, I have small wrists but I've never seen a dress watch that I'd actually wear they look like womens watches

[@davidc5191]

I agree - the dress/sports distinction is very artificial based on obsolete social convention. I would wear a sports watch in a formal event and a dress watch in a casual situation, as the mood moves me. We're not living in the Victorian Age any more where you have to dress in tuxedos for dinner. So when TGV says "when it comes to fashion there are no rules" it seems to undercut his entire thesis of wearing a dress watch in formal occasions like weddings, graduations, etc. Just wear what you want, and unless you're wearing a diamond studded watch, 99.5% of the public won't even notice your watch, and if they do notice, they'll assume it's a Rolex regardless of what you're wearing.

[@Mister_Phafanapolis]

Wearing a “dress” watch daily is much less gauche than wearing a damn _dive_ watch with a suit. Doesn’t matter if it’s an expensive, vintage Tudor, dive bezels are not elegant.

[@tomroeder7348]

I'm more of a tool watch kind of guy. I don't wear suits, ever, so my need for a dress watch was very low priority. I recently received an Orient Bambino II with the off-white face with blue hands, and it is absolutely STUNNING. It's so much more impressive in person than it is in pictures. I love it!

[@woonfaseng8737]

orient bambino is nice, however it is actually abit too large for a traditional/classic size dress watch .... an orient star under 40mm might be a better piece or those newer bambinoes. however if you are a big size /big wrist man , then that would be absolutely not an issues at all . i own a Orient star classic in white dial and blue hands.... oh the blue is so shiny and nice.

[@MyCvid]

This is one of the formats where you shine. A history lesson, integrated with high-end and affordable watch options.

[@theurbangentry]

Thank you so much, very kind of you to say. In that case you will really enjoy my latest video on Ricoh if you have not already, enjoy! Best regards, TGV

[@omarshehab585]

Top three dress watches IMO, in no order: - Cartier Tank Louis - JLC Reverrso - PP Calatrava 5196

[@poozizzle]

I feel that, liike the Seiko homage to the tank, any watch that's simple and classy no matter the price can be a good dress watch. I have a gold tone Invicta that I get compliments on all the time! Great choices TGV!

[@barryhearn8627]

My dress pieces are a gold cartier tank, longines conquest heritage, gold plated tissot moon phase, Raymond weil maestro "the beatles abbey road", and a Hamilton ventura 60th anniversary.

[@spinm0ve]

So, uh, where's that Rotary review that you said you were going to get to? I'd love to see your take on the Canterbury and/or Cambridge.

[@rorybrace7207]

TGV, Really enjoyed this one. for me the watch is a piece of flash that should not have any attention drawn, when dressing in black tie. When noblemen "cheers", or celebrate. They do not "clink" glasses as to draw away from the royal or more highbrow people in the room. More raise a glass and acknowledge the event. I feel this is the perfect metaphor for the time piece, dressed to the 9's to complement but never to distract. those who know what you have on, will always know. quality as always. Rory.

[@benjaminbarrera214]

Strictly speaking, a watch is not worn with black tie! Of course we all break that rule, I wear a 40s Bulova President with a black strap. It's rectangular so it's hidden most of the time, the only other people who know are my friends who are also wearing vintage watches!

[@Ontheroadbrogymgo]

Seiko Presage Cocktail Time is what I would go with.

[@peterkull8354]

The Pressage Cocktail is really a beauty - go for it.

[@drewby618]

I recently picked up the first true dress watch of my collection: a Gruen Precision 510, with small seconds and a white linen dial. It’s beautiful, and I’m very pleased with it

[@peterkull8354]

Whow, thats one beauty - enjoy it !

[@toml.8210]

@Drew Garcia: I have a quartz Bulova like in the video, and an Elgin tank-style, but I usually prefer my Grün 510SS as well! I did get the Grün serviced, so it's spot-on today (it was slow 30s a day.)

[@jackburtonstwin]

I recently acquird a new Hamilton Intra-Matic with the Hodinkee inspired champagne dial. It's a very well proportion and elegant piece with the ETA 2892-A2 at its heart. A movement that is as reliable as it is accurate. The 60s vibe is particularly strong with this one and its very comfortable on the wrist.

[@wfyu9769]

Dress watches are simply endless universe within a watchmaking! But my heart last years guide to the rectangular shape of watch cases. For this reason my two favorite dress watches are Jaeger LeCoulter Reverso (for his compact dimensions and classic look) and Cartier Tank Cintree (for his curved case, which follow shape of wrist and is so comfortable).

[@NotThatOneThisOne]

Perfect. After my most recent dive watch purchase I realised I really needed a great value dress watch.

[@peterkull8354]

Go for it - cap !

[@peterkull8354]

- sorry - chap !

[@gocarjulien4436]

Old russian watches can be another good option for a first vintage dress piece. Affordable, great variety and basic but robust movements. For instance Pobeda, Poljot...

[@oscarosullivan4513]

Or the current Vostok classica

[@MrJrspeedy79]

💯 agree I have vintage Vostok, plated case, tan dial and gold raised rotary phone numbers. It's beautiy. I think it was $35.

[@smithgregorya]

Agree. My gold Raketa with a subtle rope-twist bezel and linen dial is slim, minimalist and just gorgeous.

[@TheSrAtlanta]

Elegance, simplicity and being thin are the keys for a dress watch.

[@Mister_Phafanapolis]

Those are classic traits of a dive watch. But then TGV mucks it all up by saying he can wear his dive watch with a suit. Nah, bro. Nice try, buddy. Only if the suit you’re wearing is a track suit. Might as well wear some moc toe wedge sole boots with your suit, too.

[@tonyrome655]

Yep, unless you’re James Bond, divers just don’t go with a suit or sport coat.

[@scottrobinson6432]

Amazing video. Vintage is the way to go here in my opinion. Especially omega

[@salty_terminal_civilian5374]

Love it if you see this comment 😁 it's so refreshing having a bigger youtuber reply and comment with the fans. Just the same today as you were years ago! A genuine marvel of a person. I recently picked up a low cost Seiko SNE036 and put it on a dark brown alligator strap, it's modest but it looks quite beautiful and compliments my Lord of the rings wedding ring. I don't go formal often, but when I do this watch will speak volumes about my personality.

[@amitd5134]

Why is longines le grande classic not included tgv?

[@maxwellzinser8272]

honestly I'm so happy you showed just how FUN Swatch can be. One of my fave brands for sure

[@oscarosullivan4513]

Great to see another video looking for a dress watch to go with my dark jeans, boat shoes and polos

[@florianzapernick5597]

Seiko lassale is my Option of choice. Always flat and elegant. I own two of them myself

[@TitoCanuso]

Only numeral date complication, less than 12mm tall, cream or black dial, roman or markers (no Arabic numerals), stainless stele (I do not use gold), burgundy croc leather strap (as per GQ it goes with everything), automatic, and for me that I will use it like once a year the cost can not surpass $1500. I think with Longines you can’t go wrong!! Outstanding video my brother!!

[@matthiasvangysel938]

ah yes i was waiting for a new video, very glad you made a video like this! Thank you for the quality content :)

[@theurbangentry]

So happy to hear that, Thank you Matthias, I always appreciate the support. Best regards, TGV

[@thehorologychannel]

First, when I bought Frederique Constant FC-303NB6B6 as a weddind watch I really liked it. Slim profile, decorated rotor, hi-beat movement, clean dial. After some time I thought that it might be too big for a dress watch with 43mm case and relatively long lugs (mostly because it's conventional to wear smaller dress watches). Still, after wearing it occasionally for formal occasions, I started to realize that, honestly, I love that it is on larger size. While I enjoy wearing 36mm Seiko, I feel more comfortable and relaxed with a bigger watch on a wrist. Partly due to bigger wrist size, partly due to previous experience. So, my advice for choosing a dress watch would be to start from smaller watches, but also not to ignore larger models just because they are unconventional

[@Kittyland123]

Thank you TGV for the great recommendations! Stay healthy and safe! Thanks.

[@theurbangentry]

Always a pleasure, thank you Nicolas, and stay safe and well too. Best regards, TGV

[@freshramses]

The strap on the AP is amazing. It absorbs all light... like vantablack

[@theurbangentry]

YESSSS!!! Well described my friend. Thank you. Best regards, TGV

[@stationplaza4631]

i really like the green crocodile strap @6:13 Would be perfect for one of my Pro Divers ! Thanks Tristan.

[@MiguelTiempos]

Yes black crocodile in a dress watch is tasteful!!!!

[@MiguelTiempos]

Or green TRex would also look good.... Jajaja cheers to Hugo....

[@diydad7704]

As you mentioned, watches can be a talking point. I started taking interest in watches that came out the time i was born. I'm not the youngest of your fans... The Bulova Accutron was the first one in that series, i then got a Timex Marlin from 1966 and more recently a handwinding Yema with a small second that has yet to be dated correctly. It's always fun and excitement to get out these babies and enjoy them. Nice video btw. As always you kept me from going to sleep.

[@oscarosullivan4513]

The original marlin was over engineered

[@j.burgess4459]

My dress watch is a Jaeger-LeCoultre Tribute Small seconds with a blue sunburst dial. (And yeah, I had the case-back engraved and personalized💪🤠)

[@theurbangentry]

I doff my cap to your supremely refined taste my friend. Nothing more to be said. Stay dapper you jammy stylish devil you!!! :D Thank you Jay, Best regards, TGV

[@michaeledwardlenzi]

I have the same watch but the red version. It is my favorite watch to wear. Elegant, slim and historically interesting. Good choice! --Michael

[@peterkull8354]

Whow, JLC Reverso with blue SB dial.This is real style, definetly a nice-to-have.

[@peterkull8354]

My dress watch is an old Rolex pink gold Oyster no date automatic Ref. 6085 from the 50ties. It is neither loud nor flamboyant although its quite luxorious with its shiny pink gold, the brown croc strap and pink gold Rolex buckle. For me it comes close to a PP Calatrava with its plain lines and subtle elegance. At 34 mm its small watch but I got these tiny T-Rex wrists - so it simply suits me. Another perfect video for me. Thanks TGV.

[@christianhudson9623]

Again, great posting. Editing and production values are great. Worth noting that editorially you hit the mark as to why quartz watches still make great dress watches. Thinness and design under the cuff. To each her/his own, but it still works. So much fun. Thanks.

[@el_baldonauta]

Fully agreed with good old Accutron Spaceview being master of chat watches! Mine also sporting black leather strap, thus colours on the dial are highlighted!

[@rlejano]

Thanks for this, lovely selection of options.

[@paperodiabolicovideo]

simplicity is the key to elegance, I believe. And the Jungans Max Bill 3702 is a master at that

[@johnviano4584]

Hi TGV, a refreshing video in a sea of sports watch videos. Thank you and best regards, John

[@theurbangentry]

Thank you John, so glad you appreciate it and great to hear from you my friend. I hope this finds you and your loved ones well. Best regards, TGV P.s. That is your Fiat in the corner over my left shoulder in the straight to camera view ;-)

[@willkeast8284]

I bought the Tissot Visodate that you reviewed few years ago on your channel.

[@derekflanderschang9654]

4:07 I now want a gold dress watch that only has an hour hand and from 7pm - 12am has pictures of martinis, and afterward a picture of my bed.

[@santorini8423]

LOVE THE GET CARTER POSTER!!!!!!! CLASS!!!!!

[@harkonen1000000]

Last time I used a watch as a dress watch, it was Seiko 5 SNK807 on a blue NATO strap. It happens to work well with my style. Ultimately it's down to style. There's always that Steve McQueen thing if you want to go for it.

[@blodmangel]

Thanks for the video, TGV! One of the beautiful things about dress watches for me, is that you can really choose the complications that you like: Everything from a simple two-hander, over a date or day-date complication, to perpetual calendars with moonphases is open to you. I do like quite simple dress watches myself, either without a seconds hand altogether or with small seconds.

[@istvantoth7431]

A few more suggestions (not in any particular order) : - Zodiac 'Olympos' - Omega 'Seamaster 1948' - Orient 'Star Roman Classic' - Longines 'Présence' or 'Heritage'

[@LaskMaestro]

Dear Urban Gentry, I am new to being a collector. I am a collector by accident as I have a few quartz Seiko watches that I have purchased since my early 20's. My Seiko Mickey from the 90's is the most fun watch I have. It isery accurate with the day and date. It is still as accurate as can be. It talks to my 3 year old grandson when I wear it. Lol. I also have a Seiko gold tone dress watch from the 90's. It is the Seiko Gentleman's Quartz V701-2038. I wear it with a tux as the simple black dial compliments my musician's formal attire. It is very thin and light and does not affect my violin playing on concert night. As I retired from teaching music I caught the watch fever and bought my first watch in years in December of 2020. It is the Hamilton Mechanical Khacki in green dial with date. I just love it and love to wind it every morning! Both of my son's own the exact same watch! The three of us have an extra special connection by having the same watch. I also replaced a Seiko Solar (broken and totaled) that I have with the Classic Orient Automatic with day subdial and date at the 3 marker.. I like the Roman XII and love to watch the movement, listen to the tick at night, and am impressed with the rear window and movement. This is new for me! Retirement is growing on me. So, now for my question. My wife and I will be celebrating 35 years of marriage in July. I would love to get another watch to mark the occasion. I cannot afford a Cartier Tank but love the railroad track seconds, white dial, roman numerals, blue classic hands, durable sapphire window, and dressy classic look. I love the Hamilton history and think the Hamilton Boulton American Classic in white is a great option. What are your thoughts? Thank you for sharing your knowledge on youtube. I am glued to them as I see them!

[@aqua-cel_ag4469]

I love my tool watches but since watching your channel I figured that if you ever saw my collection TGV you would advise me to invest in a dress watch. So I got a 1960's 34 mm Vintage Doxa watch for $100 in great working order freshly serviced and I love it! Looks very similar to your vintage watch in this video

[@theurbangentry]

Congrats, love those vintage Doxa, they made some surprisely elegant watches. Great choice, enjoy! Best regards, TGV

[@Jsong1]

I do have a dressy watch with a date. I might purchase another one with a small second or a power reserve complication. I appreciate simple dress watches but I enjoy watches with at least 1 special characteristic!

[@oscarosullivan4513]

Date is a useful complication

[@nilremesien1579]

I tend to go for dress watches, because they suit me better and I like the elegant and classy style of them. Would love to see a video about watches with moonphase function: history of the function, important pieces within horology, what to look after when you wish to buy one, price ranges, etc. Onwards and upwards. Thanks

[@AndreaBaixinho]

if anybody's wondering what he says at 1:36, "ti mando un abbraccio forte forte" > "I send you a big, big hug" in Italian. Source: I'm Italian

[@dailyimpacts2020]

vintage Seamaster it is, for over 2 years now, I am dreaming of one

[@Guy_de_Loimbard]

Just picked up a Tudor Style with blue dial and non-fluted bezel and got both a black and a brown leather strap for it. Between those and the steel bracelet it came on, it's perfect for any occasion.

[@shanephillips8735]

For dress watch situations I love my Hamilton khaki navy pioneer, and my Orient Star classic gothic heritage. Only seem to be wearing watches at home at the moment though, can't wait to actually be allowed out socially to make decent memories wearing a nice watch.

[@randalljenks7564]

I agree, however I use a white dial Tissot Visodate. Works well either on the supplied SS bracelet or straps. I know it's 42mm, but looks right.

[@n0nksz]

Another day, another great video👍🏼

[@markkirkland561]

You should consider a video on the Accutron’s predecessor. The Hamilton Electric. The worlds first battery powered watch.

[@benjaminbarrera214]

He was planning to do one on the Ventura and Hamilton electrics but then the pandemic came along.

[@jacobbeaupre3940]

Always love the history lesson😂sometimes it's my favorite part of the video. You did a excellent job w the 2 part seiko video too.

[@larryknicks]

Simplicity and flexibility are tops of my list. If I can wear it with more than just a suit and it isn’t super elaborate, I’m all set!

[@mwojciak]

With time I go more towards dress watches than sporty ones. In my "sports era" I was flipping all the time, I got bored with watches so quickly. That changed with my first real dress watch - Breguet 5157, which is still my favourite watch that ever existed, simply perfect. It's THE WATCH in my eyes. Since then I added to my collection few more Reverso, Jaquet Droz, PP Calatrava. And all of them are keepers. Then I started exchanging my sport watches for more elegant counterparts, like Blancpain Leman, Piaget Polo S, Cartier Santos, Cartier Pasha, Bulgari Octo, BP Bathyscaphe, Patek Neptune. No more rolexes, omegas, tudors. And I'm so happy about that. Finally I discovered my own taste, I'm not affected by trends anymore. Thanks to my beloved Breguet :)

[@dennismcmenemy9714]

As I am new to watch collecting your information on watches have taught me so much. I have enjoyed every video. Thank you(:

[@Pifko2000]

My personal two picks for dress watch: -longines evidenza (No chronograph, black dial and leather strap) -new rolex silver OP 36 (but on a black strap) I’ll buy both someday.

[@adambourne254]

Love ur content you always give history into everything.deffently the best content on KZbin over the rest.I always look forward to ur vids.thank you.also the editing n time you spend on each vid is amazing.iv seen all your content and you’ll buy far the biggest inspiration in Helpn me fall in love with watches

[@kojiattwood]

4:14, that's Josef Hoffman's concert at the MET Opera house! One of the greatest Chopin 4th ballades ever.

[@BrittPearceWatches]

ouuuu that Tudor Sub looks so dang good on you! Very charming watch!

[@arnaudd1998]

That's so nice and a great coincidence, I'm searching a dress watch with a low budget, thanks mate!

[@joseperez6613]

I miss your content TGV! Cheers and keep on posting!

[@theRealEAL]

My go to dress watch..my grandfather’s Seiko Marvel 1956 with brown leather strap! And always will be, onwards and upwards😉 keep up what you love doing and for us, love watching👌🏼

[@junwoojang2941]

I own a Orient Bambino V3 and vintage automatic Timex marlin. Both are elegant and have tons of character. Put both together and they're $200 (used, but near new for bambino). Don't need to spend a ton to look sharp and gentlemanly (not a word lol).

[@theurbangentry]

So true, so damn true! Thank you my friend, you are true Gentry. Best regards, TGV

[@michaelriera6277]

Very informative and useful. Thank you! Unfortunately many of the affordable automatic dress watches have very large dials.

[@du315h0k]

On the infrequent occasions I dress up, I choose my Seiko 5 SNKK71. simple, smaller (37mm), flawless. It does add the day/date complications but as they're colormatched to the sunburst dial I don't think they detract or distract.

[@zillsburyy1]

ORIENT SYMPHONY 3 & ORIENT SUN & MOON V3 hey govna, i always liked that brown leather strap that you switched out on your junkers watch

[@914Rocky]

I’m jonesing for that sun and moon. What color do you have?

[@zillsburyy1]

@@914Rocky white champagne dial shows all the details

[@zillsburyy1]

im currently trying to find a way to change out the straps on my watches that have leather straps. i dont seem to have access to the spring bars 🤔

[@justinschmidt4692]

I love my Marlin.

[@peterkull8354]

Good idea, nice watch ! Jay, check this one www.chrono24.de/marvin/marvin-classic-chronometre-vintage--id18111053.htm

[@marcinadamiak7532]

I love my Roamer soleure 545 660 40mm black dial, with auto STP1-11 movement Watch have that vintage touch and is so classy.

[@cardinalj]

My dress watch is a vintage Hamilton tank style watch. Gold capped and manual wind it is perfect.

[@oscarosullivan4513]

Great to see the old intro back

[@GGMattt]

For a dress watch - which I almost never go to occasions that require formal - I'd go for something understated and simple. A plain dial with roman numeral hour markers and probably just two hands in a precious metal like gold. Like you said, it's not a military operation so complications aren't necessary but a moon phase is always classy and refined. I have an SKX007 as my 'do it all' watch and was my first automatic and I love it.

[@74haydo]

My dress watch is a Bulova Regatta: white dial, quartz, 38mm, 5.5mm thick, sapphire, no date and seconds hand. I swapped out the metal bracelet for a Fluco black or/and brown buffalo strap. As you say TGV "it's understated allegiance and pure class".

[@biribiri9457]

The Seiko Pokemon Special Pikachu Green SCXP177 works great as a playful dress watch, I just changed the leather nato strap to a dark brown cork strap to make it look dressier

[@nickgee7291]

I love that you mentioned cartier and timex! i love watching your videos! what a great array of watches you showed! so many watches and variations!

[@denisdaly1708]

Lots of great dress watches out there. Longings, Escapement watch, Long Island 38mm, Zelos Nova 39, Mido.. I have a Titoni and a Glycine. The Titoni is very slim, 8.5mm. Orient havd good reasonable dress watches.

[@MrAccutube]

Lange and Sohne is my "sogno proibito". I have an Orient Bambino, but I will look at Tissot. Thank you!

[@chateaubullion2560]

Generally for a dress watch you don't need a date. That said I have two dress watches. One is a Rolex 2-tone Datejust with a Jubilee bracelet and the other is my favorite, the JLC Reverso Classic.

[@hawkeye454]

I just picked up a Seiko SGF204 for $165, absolutely gorgeous watch!! Thanks TGV for sharing with us, as always.

[@theurbangentry]

LOVE that Seiko, enjoy it my friend, is it similar to the Seiko worn by Roger Moore as Bond? Thank you, Best regards, TGV

[@theurbangentry]

P.s. www.jamesbondwatchphotos.com/category/james-bond-watch-brands/seiko-james-bond-watch-brands/quartz-analogue-spd094-6923-8080/

[@hawkeye454]

@@theurbangentry very similar indeed!

[@ryanmcgarry2058]

My go to dress watch is a 1942 Hamilton. There is something about it I love. Its tiny, smaller than modern women's watches, but the gold and perfect patina just feel classy. Understated but a great conversation starter

[@edhammond6911]

Great video. I am a diver /chronograph guy. However a dress watch is a must for all collectors. I prefer mine in gold color. I let my grandson Pick one of my watches occasionally for his collection and a couple of weeks ago he picked up a really nice gold Seiko quartz from the 80s. Total class. He is very refined for a 21 year old gent. Thanks TGV. SEIKO IS KING !!!

[@jasgsxr2726]

I love the Longines heritage and vintage models along with the vintage Omega Seamasters also the Cartier Santos.

[@morden279]

I watched this video whilst lovingly handling my recently purchased 1966 Omega Calibre 268 in 9ct gold. I purchased it specifically as my first dress watch, and I can't wait to wear it to my friend's wedding next year. I was delighted that your own thoughts on the perfect dress watched matched my own piece almost to a tee.

[@Alias_Anybody]

36mm unfortunetely looks a bit comical on me (188cm height/19cm wrists), 40mm with shorter lugs and less bulky cases looks absolutely fine even though it's on the sporty side. That aside, I'm curious what your opinion about Milanaise/Mesh straps on dress watches is and what you think about rose gold as a colour option.

[@louiscyfer6944]

i can't even wear 40 or 42. i am 187cm 22cm wrist, 270lbs. the rolex dealer was laughing when i tried on rolexes.

[@loganholmberg2295]

Not a fan of gold myself but I love wearing my quartz seiko 7n42-0gd0 for special occasions. Its about as dressy as I get but just right for me.

[@RedwoodAggie]

Thanks for mentioning the Accutron Spaceview can be used as a dress watch. I had never thought of that, and it gives me more reason to pick one up.

[@thomasmccabe6303]

Great video. I don't often find the opportunity to wear my dress watches, especially in the current climate. I do marvel at them when i do though, some amazing examples here VC do the absolute best in my opinion but that price tag is a little out of reach haha. Currently have the Dan henry 1937 and a vintage Smiths Empire with a gold case.

[@Narweeboy]

TGV - inspired by you, I had purchased a vintage 1972 Omega Geneve 8 months ago. After a major service and a beautiful burgundy Hirsch replacement strap, it has become my go to watch for formal occasions. On my 17cm wrist, the 36mm Omega looks elegant. So yeah .... Thank you very much 😃

[@theurbangentry]

Pure class my friend, pure class!!! Thank you and enjoy it. Best regards, TGV

[@seanhanlon8645]

My dress watch is Zenith Elite. It was a 40th birthday gift from my wife. It’s the perfect dress watch.