40 Of The Most Popular Watch Categories Every Collector Should Know

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In this video, I'll identify and describe some of the most popular watch types and categories on the market. What's your favorite type of watch?
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0:00 - Intro & Organization
2:00 - Sports
4:23 - Chronographs
7:26 - Travel
8:13 - Dress
10:23 - Pilot
11:48 - Calendar
12:47 - Audible
14:27 - Accuracy

[@alvinmick218]

First time I’ve seen a category breakdown this extensive. This is very interesting and helpful. Thank you!

[@ayandey137]

Teddy keeps delivering

[@Gomzblanc]

Dive watch

[@Gomzblanc]

Plsominkor

[@artnimaz]

These Categories of Wrist Watches Also Help me DISPLAY : Analog, Digital, Hybrid, Tactile, Touch. STYLE: Casual/Fashion, Tools. GENRE : Dress, Field, Pilot, Travel, Dive, Chronograph. POWER : Mechanical, Electric, Quartz, Kinetic, Solar, Spring drive, lithium ion. FEATURE : 3hander, calendar, Chronometer, GMT, World Timer, Jumping hour, ISO Pro Dive, Moon phase, Compass, Minute Repeater, Alarm, doctor/pulsation, Slide rule, Smart, Tachymeter, Telemeter, Altimeter, Day&night24h, Accuracy. INDUSTRY : mainstream brand, micro brand. DESIGN : Original, Homage. MANUFACTURE : ODM/White label, OEM

[@popomomo12]

Teddy, you have always made me so happy adding bulova to your line ups. I see why they are not held to the regard of their past but things like the high accuracy quartz keep them interesting for me.

[@dannysimenauer5745]

So well done. 40 functions in 16 minutes! Short & Precise, and I learned so much!

[@ignaciopadilla5150]

That Omega Master Chrono with the pie pan dial looks amazing.

[@philippestrickler3461]

All these categories, all these complications. I have improved my understanding of watches with your great videos. Thank you so much.

[@santigualberto]

I'm impressed! This was so well thought out. One style I would like to add under the dress watch category which is one of my favorite styles is the marine / deck watch. These are inspired by deck chronometers of the past used for accurate time keeping while at sea. These watches usually have a plain white dial with heat blued hour (usually spade) and minute hands and a small seconds subdial at 6 o'clock. Some examples include the Ulysse Nardin Marine, Glashutte Senator, Stowa Marine and the Hamilton Khaki Navy Pioneer.

[@Gumby56]

Another informative video, I learn something new with every video you produce Teddy, thank you.

[@James-pl2oy]

After watching this just cements my feelings that the JLC Reverso is one of the most versatile watches out there. If you get the recently released Reverso Tribute Duoface Calendar, you get a dressy watch originally created as a sports watch, a GMT with the second face, a moonphase, and finally a calendar. Essentially checks almost every box in this video

[@Vhutama]

And there's a tourbillon version too!

[@James-pl2oy]

@@Vhutama very seldom do you see one model lineup display so much versatility in the various complications that it offers!

[@superjride]

Great video, mind blown over 40 different styles/types of watches! Have to watch this one again…

[@greggusan]

That was fun. Some lovely watches and a good explanation of how they can be used. Not to mention I finally found out what was meant by a "minute repeater".

[@cigarsandlures9843]

Another great video. I always learn much more than I expected!

[@ajlive589]

Whats up Teddy! Just ordered 2 new watches from you today. Haven't bought a new watch in years! Excited to get them.

[@ScoobieDoobie197474]

LOVED this episode. Favourite this far, after the collab videos

[@lexus2k3]

My sunday is complete, what a great breakdown on the different watch category

[@davidrosenblum2178]

A comprehensive and informative breakdown, Teddy, and thank you for it. The only critique I would offer is that you overlooked watches such as G-Shocks. “Digital” came close but of course there are styles digital, analog and Ana-digital.

[@Ettzil]

This video is very informative and entertaining. Great work!

[@syedrehanfida]

Thank you so much, this clears a lot!

[@derKunstler]

I think i have seen the shot of this JLC before on your chanel, but for the first time im confused with the lugs. At 9:22 for example, it looks like the line between the lugs is broken or something. Is it something with light and shadow or what is it? Because usually JLC stands for exceptional finishing as we all know, so I am wondering how this effect appears.

[@tysonNmilo91]

10:56 is the chime 10+3(15)+11

[@fark69]

Yes that's what I got also!

[@donaldgeorge6656]

Excellent explanations of watches. You are the best

[@ericgrace9995]

I recently bought the Avigation Big Eye, and while talking to the AD he told me to keep an eye on Longines in the coming months. A change in company direction and new releases are on the cards. This morning I saw a German post for the new Longines Conquest. Its stunning. I do not speak fluent German, but I understand "Omega Killer" and "Go Anywhere" watch. I saw versions in green and blue, 41 mm with a date window above the 6. It resembles an Omega and is, IMO, a good looking watch. See if you can lay hands on one to review. From what I understand, Longines is culling a lot of its stock and focusing on certain ranges. Judging by the Spirit Range and Avigation ranges, it is going to be interesting as they reduce their diverse range and focus on "families" of watches.

[@popomomo12]

On my way to check this out now! Thanks for the info

[@ericgrace9995]

​@@popomomo12 It's a small section, not in English, on the New Longines Conquest 23. I found the info on Utube. Good hunting !

[@popomomo12]

@@ericgrace9995 thank you very much! I was having a roughy time and this will help

[@ryangochuico]

Cant be an omega killer. Arent they both swatch group? (Correct me if i am wrong)

[@robertosans5250]

Lovely video Teddy. I have come to realise that I own or have owned most of these categories, Never had a perpetual calendar or a minute repeater but most of the others. As I downsize my collection some will be lost but hey you cannot hjave everything.

[@kopiontherocks]

What’s your take on the seiko sarw065; the laurel re-edition? Was wondering if you’re planning on covering it

[@frankc3834]

Thank you for doing this.

[@AsfandyarAfridi]

Thank you so much that's exactly I needed I was so confused

[@stephenhendricks6790]

I'm simply gobsmacked. Awesome video, Teddy.

[@kpsingh40004]

great informational video. loved it

[@dallaseggleston4731]

Thank you, very informative

[@antonbayda2571]

Thanks Teddy, it was a very interesting video!

[@mariosiaven2965]

I would add for the travel watches or maybe field, the spelunking watch (classic example: Rolex explorer 2) and in the dress watches: the duo face (classic example: JLC reverso duo face), and does vintage category fullfills the requirement to be included here? Thanks Teddy

[@adrienpuledda3737]

Hi Teddy, Sorry to correct you. But "Compax" refers to the number of complication and not to the number of sub section of the dial. Small second is not a complication and therefore the Zenith El Primero is not a Tri-Compax.

[@ElderPinto254]

nice selection teddy very nice !!

[@jaydencarter5547]

Thank you this helps so much.

[@Ollies_takes]

This is why you’re my dude. Thanks for the knowledge!

[@tapanakul]

Very well knowledge, thank you so much for your good content !! This is my bible for watch shoppper. 🥰🥰

[@Spectrecontrol]

Beautifully shot video, if there's a Grammy award for watch p*** this clip should definitely win! Fantastic work, thanks mate.

[@vaderdust]

I have narrowed my own watch collection by the environment for which it is designed. I have all my bases covered. Sea: Rolex Submariner, Air: Rolex GMT Master 2, Land: Hamilton Khaki Field Murph, Space: Omega Speedmaster Professional. The only thing that I’m missing at this point is a true dress watch. I’m leaning towards a Cartier Tank. I’ve also been playing with the idea of a 2 watch collection- one for the weekday and office wear, and one for the weekend. Going to be years before I come to a decision!

[@nickbotfield]

A classic and classy watch collection!

[@astrostl]

Best educator in the biz IMO

[@tylerdank3669]

Love you teddy! We need a ‘cheap divers for summer ‘23 video!!

[@alexandercompres7425]

Orient!

[@sketchbooksquared]

Great video!

[@rachelades518]

Hallo Teddy, i will be watching this video multiple times, because it can easily be used to choose which kind of watch i am interested right now and understanding why. Thank you and as always love from Switzerland 🇨🇭

[@jayh9144]

Brilliant Teddy!

[@morvinshah]

Jump hour watches are missing. Amazing content Teddy

[@ryanway9346]

My goodness.... That Breitling Navitimer Chronograph with the green dial is so beautiful I think I just fell in love 😍

[@tkindschi]

Enjoyed the list, (and learned a thing or two watching), but some of those "categories" could really qualify more as attributes. Kind of like the "blue category" vs. the "red category". I would say that about Bi-compax vs. Tri-compax as an example. But....I'm still impressed that you came up with 40. 😉

[@SR-dw6io]

Absolutely love the Patek travel times. The hidden hand, which comes in handy only when needed is ideal. Any other affordable alternatives to this “hidden second hand” watches ?

[@grammarboy1318]

Parmigiani recently released the GMT Rattrapante that hides the GMT hand when not needed. It’s only 29k in steel if that helps 😂 Beautiful watch though.

[@TheAngeloX09]

Hey there! love your content. I wondered, what exact model is the field kaki Hamilton one? I cannot find it with the red dots on each and five seconds. Thanks!

[@barrydonelan4284]

Love this video.

[@mohammedfaiq3671]

Thanks Teddy

[@Tammacazi10]

Dive watches are my thing, I wear one every day no matter the occasion and it always looks good!

[@kl6711]

A question about chronograph watches. Is there any specific names for chronograph watches that have their subdials at the 6-9-12 position instead of 3-6-9 position? My father has a 39mm speedmaster and I have a citizen quartz chronograph with this type of layout, it's quite visually pleasing to me and sometimes I find that better looking that 3-6-9 layouts.

[@nickbotfield]

I was watching an episode of Seinfeld and he had a chronograph with the dials at 12-3-6! (Apparently he loves Breitling watches.)

[@ludovicboully3643]

Congratulations Teddy. Very helpful... But no monopusher chronograph?

[@lv407]

Excellent!

[@georgmclaughlin9661]

Excellent video. You really need to review the Hamilton Jazzmaster Regulator Cinema, probably the coolest looking watch ever. Well, you don't NEED to, but I'd like to hear what you think of it.

[@MarcAmAlb]

The wikipedia page for watches should just link to Teddy’s KZbin channel.

[@andoletube]

Great breakdown of the categories, Teddy. Playing background music during the repeater chimes was a fail though!

[@joseadrianmanchester]

Hey, big fan of the channel. Will appreciate a lot if anyone can give me an advice. I am thinking about getting the Bell Ross BR05 Chrono in blue, I love the watch. Also love the Monaco (gulf edition in particular) but it more expensive. In terms of value, is the BR a good option?

[@gustaveducrest592]

I'm surprised you didn't include spring drive as a category! I guess it's more of a technology since it's only used by GS?

[@Don-yf6yo]

This video was interesting. I learned quite a lot. For me when someone says "sports watch", what immediately comes to mind is something with a digital LCD display with plastic/rubber/resin construction. For example, a Casio G-shock (although some do have a rotating dial). I still have a very inexpensive Timex with a LCD display that is quite hefty in size, but not weight, and I wear it when I swim or play sports. It can certainly take a beating. If it ever gets severely damaged or broken, then I would simply replace it. The types of watches mentioned in this video under the sports watch category are ones where I personally would not wear while playing sports. Some are just too heavy. Some are not rugged enough to take a beating.

[@MatthewHill-KentPTCG]

hi teddy, i was wondering if your site was in usd or cad? Thanks :)

[@Pasta1nc]

alright, so the JLC reads 10:11.... I can't figure out what the chimes are between the first 10 chimes and the last 11 chimes. There are 2 alternating sequences of 4 notes.

[@tysonNmilo91]

Ii agree. I believe it's 10, 45, then 8 chimes so 10:53?

[@tysonNmilo91]

10:56 definitely

[@benceboda6961]

It is the Westminster Chime, the same Big Ben chimes, for example. In this case it is an unlucky example for basic minute repeater explanation. Technicaly the watch isn't a minute repeater, but a Westminster Grand Sonnerie.

[@Pasta1nc]

@@benceboda6961 helpful!

[@anthonystevens8683]

A great informative video Teddy but I think you missed the retrograde, only a small point as you can't include everything but all the main ones covered very well. Many thanks for sharing.

[@TheSnookerGym]

Brilliant

[@Joe-nh8eq]

So this is something I really still don’t understand. Why are integrated bracelets considered “sporty”. Were they originally considered more durable due to the integration or something? They tend to bit be particularly water resistant and kinda prone to scratches. And especially with the integration you cant easily swap to a sporty strap. For more I treat my Tissot PRX as basically a casual dress watch.

[@blairmitchd3457]

Would love to see teddy’s own personal watch collection.

[@zillsburyy1]

10:23 thats the V3 the best one. my baby

[@jackwild1111]

Teddy, have you heard of 'Shinola Watches' ? In Denver I stumbled upon a Sinola shop. Curious of your thoughts.

[@corktowncollective5759]

nice video..... Chrono is my choice....

[@bacondabacon]

Teddy - why do some chronographs have the running seconds in the 9 o'clock window with the larger seconds hand serving as the chronograph seconds (Breitling Superocean) while others (such as the Omega Speedmaster I believe) have the 9 o'clock window act as the chronograph seconds with the larger (center) seconds hand acting as the running? It seems to me that for accuracy you'd want the center seconds hand to act as the chronograph, but then I can't work out why Omega did what they did. I've been trying to research this for a few months now after getting a look at a buddies Speedy (I have the Super Ocean) and haven't come across anything definitive - your video made me think "I bet Teddy knows!" Love the channel.

[@ryangochuico]

Im surprised no mention of spring drive in the accuracy segment hehe

[@javiergarciajaime690]

Does someone know the reference number of the khaki field that appears in 2:48?. I just cant find that exact dial color

[@javiergarciajaime690]

Automatic*

[@Valera_Scotland]

After years of failure (selling a few Speedies, Aqua terra and IWC Mark 16), hoping that the Explorer 36 will be a one watch "collection".... we shall see... it will take a long time to save and even longer to get that call

[@Theosodorado]

Hands down, pun intended, TB is the best in the business. Thanks for the education.

[@yemannminhtut2625]

Can you make a video on pulsometers of various price ranges, please?

[@ugoh7493]

Just a question, surely a reverse is a sports watch as it is designed to play polo

[@oppioni]

Great hobby teddy

[@pete9494]

Nice video. Anti-magnetic?

[@mattshaffer5935]

I’d love to get my hands on a 55mm flieger!

[@xmeda]

Add some nice Casio to be able to wear it every day and actually be able to see what time exactly is.. and maybe some Seiko 5 automatic just for the pleasure of everyday winding :D

[@peterpj32]

Will you please review the Yema Rallygraf?

[@zambonidriver42]

No spring drive?

[@chriscon8463]

Maybe in the “high-accuracy quartz” category?

[@zambonidriver42]

@@chriscon8463I’m not sure where it goes. Left field? Hybrid? My spring drive is -1 for the month, but I do have a solid month where it ran near +1, I was wearing it quite often.

[@chriscon8463]

@@zambonidriver42 it’s such an amazing movement. I’d love one someday!

[@atxsbigwalt]

the quartz stat is mind blowing. How can you do that so many times in a second.

[@cooperredmon3430]

That JLC minute repeater looks totally insane. Wish I could afford one

[@fark69]

The chime was 10:56? Did anyone else guess that for the minute repeater?

[@Danielkleynhans1]

I got 10:41

[@Dennis-vh8tz]

I find it is often difficult to differentiate field and pilot watches. Probably because early pilots often wore field watches before anyone started making dedicated pilot watches, there is a lot of overlap between these categories.

[@ryangochuico]

For me, i differentiate the field watch because it has an added 24 hour arabic numeral text while the pilots watch usually only has 12 hour arabic numerals. Just my way though, i dont know if correct

[@Dennis-vh8tz]

@@ryangochuico I'm not certain there is any correct definition for field and pilot watches. I think it might come down to the designer's intent as inferred from the name and marketing material. Some specific watches I was thinking of were the Hanhart Pioneer and Lum-Tec Combat, which have names indicating they're field watches, but dials that would also be perfectly at home on a pilot watch.

[@Foetoid2k6]

What is that watch at 8:43 ? That is amazing 😍😍😍

[@LexanderStudio]

longines heritage classic

[@schoolofalchemy]

I'm selling all my watches and will buy the one and done that can go both dress and sport. Any suggestions? My wrist size is 6 inch.

[@BennyLlama]

Minute repeaters are very cool, but I think all that chiming would drive me crazy. Lol

[@kirkwcowgill]

My fav watch is watching that Like button get smashed. It's the best type of watch, hands down. I could go 'round and 'round the dial finding people who agree.

[@manosag]

I need them all 😂

[@PapriceP]

Dive watches and G Shocks all day.

[@kriskimpo3574]

I'm gonna show this video to my wife to justify my needs. 😂

[@diegomarzan]

Teddy you should make a video with every day-date watch you can buy from least expensive to the most. And it doesn’t need to have the full calendar just simple day-date

[@domenicovillani9278]

Complimenti

[@salvador-antoniol.martinez7866]

Does anyone know what family this regatta tissot belongs to? 2:23

[@steve8510]

One and done, there's a purity in it

[@seesenio]

I thought an annual calendar needs to be reset once each year after February. Teddy seems to indicate it's just every 4 years, after a leap year? (12:07)

[@atifghafoor6258]

Does anyone now a automatic watch like the orient defender 2 for the same sort of price range?

[@sanghoonlee5171]

Good Lord, 40? I have to watch this now.

[@johnlacroix1639]

TY,,,,,,WOW incredible very interesting great information super kool, AAAAAAAAAAA++++++++++++ again great video I liked it a lot ,keep up the great work.

[@georgecupac1202]

The Casio G-Shock is about the same cost as the Seiko turtle, I've chosen the turtle every time.