5 Choice Chronographs for 5 Budgets | Watchfinder & Co.

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[@billdathrill5795]

These videos are my crack. I can’t get enough of them especially if they feature an A. Lange & Söhne.

[@riseuplight]

Bill Da Thrill this is my alternative to porn

[@billdathrill5795]

riseuplight it is healthier :)

[@dl88889]

The finishing on that A Lange is unreal. Ultra clean even at such magnification levels... Truly a grail watch.

[@stusims6567]

These are all WAY outside my budget! My son gave me a Woehler for my birthday recently, and I love it! It has rectangular chronograph buttons with a two dial, well balanced, chronograph readout with blue outlines. The numbers are all blue and the leather band is black with blue stitching and a blue layer in the middle. The crystal has a lot of blue anti-reflective coating that simply glows in the light around the edges. I’m sure it wasn’t expensive but I love this watch, not just for the watch, but for the fact that my son gave it up for me. I don’t care how many thousands of dollars your fancy watches are worth they can’t beat this in my eyes!!!

[@ziparis]

You know you're in a different world when $5000 for a watch is considered "very reasonable".

[@Hesed6]

zi paris true - but when most are in the 10-80k range and that’s not talking about the 100-500k watches.

[@Someothername2134]

5 different budgets: expensive, more expensive, more expensiver, crazy expensive, fuck you expensive.

[@Mafias815]

I have a quartz chronograph that costed around 300 $ and I couldn't be happier. I know most people here don't really like quartz watches but I really love it, even though it doesn't have the same smooth movements as an automatic one. Either way I wouldn't spend more than 500 on a watch, no matter how awesome it might be.

[@gelmibson883]

To that means u aware about your surrounding. It is reasonable!

[@davidrichter3681]

zi paris a decent watch costs at least $3,500 and a chronograph complication adds to the price. The cheapest decent chronographs are the Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch and the TAG Heuer Monaco and the go for about $5,000. I have a Breitling Navitimer B01 and the retail price is $8,500 depending on what strap or bracelet you get.

[@jonas1015119]

The camerawork on the A. Lange & Söhne was excellent.

[@mehdidamfs3112]

yeah , i want them to make a video like that with the datograph perpetual calendar in 4K , IT gonna be awesome T-T

[@badlarry172]

always is amazing

[@Ladybirdsin16mm]

yes, would love to see their lighting setup

[@ElBandido-v9p]

even if i like so much swiss made watches this pice of art make my eyes criyn

[@thethirdman225]

Ladybirdsin16mm You could do nearly any of it with a big softbox. Karl Taylor did a video about a watch shoot he did. I think it was for Zenith. That was for still shots so it was a lot more specialised. He wasn’t using a turntable either.

[@niketd1]

Longines Big eye is the best amongst all.. a vintage style military aviation column wheel big eye chronograph.. phew !!! It’s a winner!!

[@bernsveden1]

Please, the character and style of the Breguet is second to none!! Great video as always.

[@sammy7692]

I got longines bigeye a few days ago. I'm glad I got a proper watch for my budget. This one is a beautiful piece!

[@TheFlyrodder68]

Nice, but way over my budget. Hello Casio!

[@M82RKY]

I really don't want to go back to a quartz movement but I would say that is what you get Al the lower end of the budget spectrum. The Rotary Chronograph is what I consider a 'budget' navitimer at £89.00, solid watch but a quartz.... Still worth considering.

[@sbsb4995]

@@M82RKY quartz is the way to go.

[@Preditah.]

@@M82RKY Why? Nothing wrong with a quartz movement.

[@avieshek]

G-Shock MRG, MTG or G-Steel?

[@davidrichter3681]

I would like to get the Casio Marty McFly calculator watch. I wanted that watch when I was a kid. They still make it! A true icon of the 1980's.

[@christianjoseph7367]

I'm convinced that most watch guys are car guys and vice versa.

[@tt55k]

Christian Joseph , many are

[@stefangrubesic2708]

I started as a petrolhead, now I'm a watch enthusiast as well, I like to call myself a gearhead 😅

[@jdstarek]

They are. Many are also aviation fans and history buffs as well. It just goes with the territory.

[@rbkfan200]

Cars, watches, history, aviation and firearms lol.

[@SAMX4949]

Yes, I am.

[@GapBahnDirk]

The Longines Big Eye is compelling. It has great heritage and military styling, a column wheel chrono' with vertical clutch and no date. It would look great on a nato.

[@bonnystarks]

no, it has a horizontal clutch not a vertical.

[@ashez01]

That 1815 Chronograph is a thing of beauty...

[@schinagldaniel7752]

It's a "budget chrono" looool ! :D

[@ashez01]

@@schinagldaniel7752 Budget is a relative term and not confined to just being "inexpensive". The title of the video clearly states that: "5 'different' budgets".

[@davidshaw5979]

A Langer& Sohne is absolutely beautiful.

[@aquilesvailo4786]

Only if I had 15k laying around :'(

[@rever-mi6qz]

@@aquilesvailo4786 rather 35k

[@l-m7626]

These video’s are the reason I’m willing to fly to London just to buy a watch from these guys.. quality content beyond comparison!

[@BalrajSidhuasr]

You voice, the way you explain them, the written material is all very well thought of and you really are a genuine lover of these machines or pieces of art. The camerawork is simply amazing. You are one of the reason I have strong urge to know more about watches and their history and hopefully moving forward one day from Fossil & Skagen to something mechanical. Thank you for making great content.

[@gregorydowning1186]

Highly likely the best narrator on a KZbin video. The delivery and choice of tone at different points of the video almost always inspires emotion with every single sentence. Amazing reviews of amazing watches.

[@iiit6608]

When I saw the A.Lange & Sohne I thought, "what's the big deal it's simple and plain". THEN they flipped it over and holy shit... I would wear it face down just to see that movement all the time, to hell with what the time is.

[@alangordon8190]

The Lange looks better from the back than the front! Stunning movement and very nice dial - but I'm not blown away by the dial.

[@iiit6608]

The production values here are through the roof. Fantastic subject matter and even better narration.

[@NathanChisholm041]

Yeah a camera and a table are quite unobtainable!!

[@equestrianwhisky]

Personally, I think this is one of your best videos to date. Beautifully done, Watchfinder.

[@kyokuten]

Is it some kind of an illness that I would rather get that A. Lange & Söhne instead of an equally priced car? Because i really do

[@MrAhuraMazda]

Yeah, its called being gay

[@fakehombre]

Not just any gay, but the Big Gay

[@goldendawn7]

Hell dude the car will depreciate faster than the watch. Id say the A Lange would be a smarter investment.

[@kyokuten]

@@goldendawn7 that's what I think

[@Wvk5zc]

@@MrAhuraMazda oh look, gay calling gay

[@petermooney5976]

I have owned a black bay chronograph for eight months now and it is fantastic.

[@ottoernstremer9239]

As I love IWC in theory, I have to say it's super cheesy to use this TOP GUN logo, as it is directly taken from the movie and NOT the real school.

[@ultimaetsolder]

This.

[@thewristwatchexperience8153]

Double cheesy because Maverick in Top Gun wore a Porsche design chronograph most likely made by Orfina.

[@gelmibson883]

No shit?

[@firearmsstudent]

They actually do special watches for the military so it may be really for top gun. I had the opportunity to buy one for $1500 similar to this one but done just for my squadron but the price was bumped up to $2500 at the last moment so I declined.

[@LanguagesWithAndrew]

The Breguet was the most unique, well thought out, and interesting in my opinion. I do think an El Primero should've been included, and it's also the answer to your last question: I'd have the El Primero, probably the Classic Cars edition (gorgeous watch if you haven't seen it).

[@fjones1914]

I actually prefer the Longines out of all offered. Simple, legible and not too costly.

[@diegovuillermoz5189]

the longines spirit chronograph would be a better choice in my opinion.

[@krokodyl1927]

Any timepiece produced by A Lange & Sohne is absolutely delicious 😋.

[@stationplaza4631]

That movement in action is a wonder to behold!

[@MrAhuraMazda]

Couldnt think of a less sissy adjective could you?

[@krokodyl1927]

MrAhuraMazda187 I suspect that you’re a lonely loser. I feel sorry for your kind.

[@riseuplight]

Lester Luczak they make my heart sink. They are masterpieces.

[@MrAhuraMazda]

@@krokodyl1927 i feel sorry for your kind. The "kind" who get AIDS if you catch my drift sissy

[@ahmedel-borno7284]

With respect to the brands I will pick the Zenith El Primero.

[@dacianmuntean]

I expected to see the Zenith and the speedy too .At least he knows cars, he never made an mistake in the correlation .

[@nalinc3304]

“Almost but” is so right a description. I’m always so drawn to Longines from magazines but when in person , many times ... I withdraw. But still waiting for one Longines that might be mine one day :)

[@coffeeboyclips1973]

Try the spirit, great watch, puts the iwc mark 18 to shame.

[@fjones1914]

I just received the Longines chronograph as a gift from my wife yesterday and I already love it! Looks great on the wrist. The only gripe is the strap it comes on. It’s the only thing I’ll be swapping out. I’ll be stopping by Barton Watch Straps tomorrow to pick up a couple of nato straps.

[@lefroy1]

Another fine video, but surprised you didn't include the venerable El Primero in this. Perhaps the most important chronograph movement of the modern age.

[@jlo8775]

Absolutely LOVE the Big Eye!!!

[@stefvastmans9685]

That Breguet... My dear God is it pretty😍

[@CaptainFury767]

Without a doubt, the best review of "Top Gun" ever. As usual, the watch commentaries are outstanding.

[@boopadin]

I was very tempted by the type XXI but when my dad went to look at it prior to purchasing anything, he said the bezel was quite sharp and it felt cheap in the hand. So he bought me a submariner 14060M instead, it made more sense as I’m a serving member of the Submarine Service 🤷‍♂️

[@boopadin]

S. C. That is purely a matter of one’s opinion.

[@jauharshahbaz]

Omega Speedmaster is the watch to go for if you talk about chronographs. It has the heritage and iconic looks like no other watch.

[@McMois9000]

Word! The speedy is my first pick when it comes to chronographs. I think they didn't mention it because it's as obvious as the daytona.

[@DurangoC]

I agree. Can’t imagine owning any other chronograph (other than my seiko quartz chrono beater).

[@shaverray4462]

Agreed, the Speedy has them all beaten.

[@ShiroKage009]

For Longines, I love my purchase of the Master Collection Moonphase. It's a 24h dial, a triple calendar, and a chronograph. I really think it's a great value.

[@glucose_9236]

5 choice of moonphases for 5 budgets

[@ficwith3]

Seconding that motion! Yes, please!

[@JLchevz]

The Longines is just mouth wateringly beautiful

[@alejandrocasas1455]

The face of the Breguet, the movement of the A. Lange & söhne ❤️!!!

[@whydo1needachannel]

The 7 o'clock marker on the tudor @ 4:50. Your camera work should be the QC for these companies

[@McLaughter_]

whydo1needachannel Tudor QC is shit

[@ptroinks]

The camera work in these videos is just jaw-dropping! Absolutely beautiful!

[@clockbait]

The new wide angle macro angle is bloody awesome!!

[@ChrisWilliamson85]

The fisheye macro shots are interesting (in a good way). The videography in these videos is consistently among the best on KZbin. Keep it up!

[@focusrssteve]

Personally if no budget mattered I'd have A Lange as it's pretty much perfect, but as my budget does not stretch that far, I'll stick with my speedy 2006 reduced and my Sinn 903 st! More than happy with these myself.

[@apexslider1]

2yrs on and out of this group, Type XXI hands down. Oddly love that piece.

[@flyinb45]

The Avigation Big Eye is basically the affordable Type XX chronograph. I'd appreciate it a lot more in their heritage line if the history wasn't non-existent. The piece was supposedly presented to Longines from a collector and they had no record of it in their archives. Typically, some digging wouldn't be out of the ordinary to find an obscure piece from your company history. However, Longines has a line dedicated to their past offerings. All that along with a 30m water resistance rating makes it a no go for daily use for me. I'd rather have a Hamilton Intramatic Chrono if I were in the market for a piece in this price range with some history behind it. Only thing they got wrong with that was not putting the crown on the left, like TAG with the Caliber 11 Monaco offering.

[@IULENZA]

My favourite chronograph is the Vacheron Constantin Cornes de Vaches. One and one day it'll join the collection.

[@cc8530]

Yes Longines is under the Omega umbrella, but if I’m not mistaken, it is almost I’m seeing an Omega Dynamic from 1995 here. I know from experience as I was about to purchase said model but a stroke of weirdness had me purchase the Seamaster used by Pierce Brosnan in Goldeneye along with the extra navy blue rubber strap that 006 (turned out to be a bad 00 agent) used in the movie. The Dynamic model was also made without chronograph but from memory was 36mm if I’m not mistaken. Apologies for rambling :)

[@richardlennie8678]

The Longines Big eye case size is 41mm not 42 as you have stated,just thought I would mention it.Cheers Rich Lennie.

[@quazamuhaha]

The 24 hour subdial on that Breguet is one of the best things I've ever seen on a watch, it's so simple but it's phenomenal.

[@jimmyjet4977]

The Longines Column Wheel Chronograph movement has got to be the best buy. Silky smooth to operate, and I look forward to the end of the day to take the watch off and admire it through the back

[@birreboi]

The back of the A. Lange & Söhne watch you showed is certainly hypnotizing to watch. Quite incredible how all that is squeezed into such a small space. Beautiful watch by the way.

[@fernandosereix4945]

I think the Tudor has that combination of brand recognition and functionality and value considering the movement made by Breitling and the watch’s Rolex heritage at a third of the cost...

[@koolpep]

Love my Tudor BB Chrono. Looks awesome on leather and cool on bracelet.

[@bikingrules1]

Would you do a GMT version of this video?

[@briandeguzman8978]

The macro shots especially on the A Lang movement is breathtaking.

[@lestermiller2717]

I just love to watch those high end watch movements work. I used to buy back in the 60-70’s pocket watches from the 1730’s to 1890 period. Some I just restored the movement and made plexiglass cylinders to mount them in polish up the inside and outside of the tube then if the movement back in. Looks wild listening to them click clack back and forth. It is like music to me listening to antique pocket watches ticking away. I still have 9 pocket watches laying around.

[@markfeatherstone-harvey3550]

I just picked up a 1964 Tag Heuer Carrera re-edition.... Small but perfectly formed, I love it! Not to mention it's historic nod to a nostalgic Motorsport era, and being an affordable premium watch. One question... No mention of a Navitimer here? Or a Speedmaster?

[@Claus-L.Mueller]

One of the few Chronographs within my budget I really like is the Zenith El Primero Original 1969. The blue and red colours makes it very versatile. And the movement is a well respected icon in the watch world. I would prefer the 38mm although I like the 6 o’clock position of the date function on the 42mm better.

[@jbraff2197]

Really great chronographs, we’ll spotted & reviewed . Each an individual. For the money, Longines can’t be beat, the A. Lange is a watchmaker’s dream, alas not for mere mortals... but my heart belongs to Breguet. Type XX just has that ... je ne sais quoi .

[@michael1882yt]

That was so worth waiting for the A. Lange & Söhne case back reveal ☺️

[@rashid_art]

13:04 , “ Just take a moment, sit down and enjoy it.” Thank you for the amazing content

[@nathanielbrice8725]

Craftily scripted full of dry humour! Love this channel!

[@elnimhalnim]

+10 points for the top gun soundtrack puns.

[@firminshepherd4834]

A great reminder that I really need a chronograph! For me it's all about the JLC Master Chronograph v Breguet type XX. Very watchable video, thanks! Fancy featuring the Omega De Ville Chrono?

[@stationplaza4631]

I love the narrator of these videos! He could perhaps talk me into buying a chronograph...even though I've no practical use for one.

[@airlanggabhumintaraamitaba8363]

Love the IWC "Top Gun" Chronograph

[@teimurlu]

For those of you wanting an affordable mechanical chronograph i would say go for the Seagull 1963. The quality is good and the watch has a really good history. Almost impossible to find that great watch for that price. But watch out, there are many replicas out there! In fact, replicas are also using a genuine Seagull ST1901 movement but in fact cased by a 3rd party manufacturer. Seagull bought the machinery of the swiss chronograph movement Venus 175 and manufactured their own movement which we know as ST1901 now. Good luck!

[@RmDIrSudoSu]

I've two, a 1963 and a panda dial with a tachymeter. Both are amazing watches for their prices. My only regret about them is that since I bought them I don't wear some of my other watches that often because I'm so found of these. On the 5 watches they showed here, I would definitively go for the A. Lang & Sohne, it's such a marvel. But I wouldn't even really enjoy it that much because I would be too scared to wear it.

[@patrickjean-philippe7679]

The Lange calibre looks absolutely stunning. Are there better engineered, crafted and finished movements around ?

[@sajidalum8387]

Why is the Omega Speedmaster not in this list....I think it deserves a spot

[@TheMypurpleflower4u]

really love the Lange..but out of reach..next watch gonna be the big eye, heard it will be available in blue dial soon

[@konradlorenz6411]

As always an outstanding review and an attractive selection of chronographs. There is another , high quality decent one: JLlC Master Chronograph with the so called sector dial. I am an owner of it and I find it elegant, yet very practical in daily use.

[@menaseven9093]

I like the Breguet type XXI and the Tudor Black Bay Chrono.

[@john_miller_]

Please upload the videos in 1440p or 4k :)

[@suncity22001]

breguet deserves more love. class watches

[@DarthMalaks_Missing_Lower_Jaw]

Great video. GMT watches next please. And GMT, not world timers.

[@smashexentertainment676]

My only chronograph of choice is Breitling Premier B01 panda. In ideal world I'd go for a top end rose gold version. But only if I score a jackpot. It has 70 hour power reserve, 42mm case (my perfect size) and 100 meter WR, which is rare for a chronograph. The case and pushers are gorgeous on their own. I went through thousands of chronographs and still keep looking, but only this one keeps my attention.

[@StreetArtistsOfTheWorld]

10:54 - was shocked to see the N had a smudge that was not fixed before it left home!!!!

[@trol87]

Love the descriptions and what not, but the recent silent shots are just as tasty as that A. Lange & Söhne's mechanical endeavor of parts!

[@filipveran2705]

About two years ago when the Breguet Type XXI was released I was seriously considering buying it but I got hung up on the fact it was a cam chronograph, on the other hand, I love the fact it's a flyback. D: The A. Lange & Sohne is magnificent.

[@mr.bitaho22]

The time and effort behind each of your videos is just insane 🙌🏾 and the way you described that A. Lange & Söhne 🙏🏾 ... Seriously even a cat would want to buy it 😄 Just Perfect

[@onifrakimarq7663]

The Sinn 356 flieger would be my choice! Cheers Oni

[@Lovegear]

Oh my the Breguet.. Amazing

[@rockinginafreeworld3256]

You missed the best value chronograph watch. Omega seamaster planet ocean cal 9900. It oozes quality and feature rich . For the money it’s a bargain. Keep up the great work my friend.

[@sfomann]

A. Lange & Söhne watches should be worn see-through-movement-side up. For time, I can look at my smart phone!

[@martinjn2920]

Yes but if I owned the watch and did that I'd never get anything done ;)

[@ItsNeverTooHot4Leather]

If you owned that watch you could probably pay someone else to get everything done for you.

[@yetidh9]

Fit the strap backwards :-)

[@southfloridaarcheryguy114]

Their dials are as aesthetically pleasing as their movements. To me, at least.

[@koyotekola6916]

We have Omega, Rolex, Breitling, Bulgari and Mont Blank Boutiques here in town that both sell and service their watches. Where does one get any of these watches serviced?

[@eugenebrandonsibindi9060]

Narration 🙏 Pacing, voice, passion... Jus yes

[@monsters8730]

I really like the new tilted, backlit angle you have added!

[@gortysanchez]

Where's the El Primero? Any list of chronograph watches must surely have a Zenith EP in it.

[@atsylor5549]

I really like the date window set up on the IWC

[@themiddleman9376]

The IWC and the Glashütte are just gorgeous.

[@antonioanzoino2518]

excellent review, congratulations! In your opinion, which watch to choose between Bigeye and Hamilton Intra matic based on the future possibility of maintaining the price in reselling it is also for wearability for a 17 cm wrist? thanks

[@andrewellis6317]

I just love the humour in this 🙂 I couldn't stop laughing through the witty comments about Top Gun. I can listen to these presentations for hours. They are brilliantly narrated. Just the thing to give you a lift if you've reached a low point in your day and need to get back to enjoying life again.

[@johncoyle8191]

I've been looking at the longines recently. I also really like the Tudor . At some point I can see myself opting for one. With probably the Tudor just edging it

[@Nerdhaunt]

That Lange shot 😍😍😍

[@debbieyoungberg9528]

Here I was thinking budget watches around 100-300 us.

[@Runoratsu]

What I did choose some time ago is a Lorenz Theatro 2004 70th Anniversary chrono with the white dial on the metal watch band, it's my daily watch now. ~600€ for a, then, relatively slightly used 7750 with a sub +/- 1s/day error was too good of a deal for me to pass up… and I really like it.

[@DWilliam1]

I own a Breguet Type XX 3820 Transatlantique and it’s great.

[@JBOsurf]

I knew this video would feature the Lange 1815. I just wish it was the white gold with black dial. Utter perfection.

[@mofromupside2573]

I really liked the last one, it looks fascinating