7 BEST Luxury Watches Under $1000: Tissot PRX, Seiko 5, Longines Conquest

LUXURY WATCHES UNDER $1000 aaaaand go. Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical, Seiko 5, Christopher Ward, Tissot PRX and so many more. I think as watch geeks we can get used to astronomical prices. My husband recently showed me a watch that costed $35,000 and I replied "woah, that's so cheap!" (WTF is wrong with me).
So let's come back down to earth! Here is the BEST AND COOLEST ATTAINABLE LUXURY WATCHES UNDER $1000.
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TIME STAMPS:
0:00-0:27 - Intro
0:28-1:30 - Christopher Ward C63
1:31-3:24 - Hamilton
3:25-4:45 - Seiko 5 Sports
4:46-5:50 - Tissot PRX
5:51-6:29 - Frederique Constant Classics Index Automatic
6:30-7:41 - Fears Redcliff Edwin Edition
7:42-8:29 - Longines Conquest
8:30-8:54 - Outro
8:55-9:56 - PATRONS! You are the Best!

[@Spidouz]

I appreciate that you’re so honest to admit you’re not making £33k/y, because a lot of viewers might believe all famous youtubers are making millions out of youtube, which is only a very small percentage of youtubers. It allows us (mere peasants) to relate more to your opinion, even when it’s about luxury items that might be out of our reach.

[@BrittPearceWatches]

Bahaha! Oh there's a LOT of misunderstanding about KZbin $$$! I like to think of myself more as the "KZbin lower middle class" haha. I make enough that it can be my full time job! Which is AMAZING!

[@brianshea4906]

Not to be a fly in the ointment per se but how is it possible to buy a Daytona at retail on a 33k lb a year salary? That’s about 1/3 of a years salary for a watch. 🤔. I love this channel not trying to be a troll just trying to understand your ways wise one so I can not feel stretched when spending 10% of my 50k $ salary on a used GO panomatic reserve

[@uncles2000]

@@brianshea4906somebody in the house, has a income that allows Daytona purchases. As my Grandfather used to say, don’t count other people’s money.

[@RishavChakraborty]

@@BrittPearceWatches You're a real one!

[@MrFloRolf]

​@@brianshea4906because Mister Papi makes the big bucks. No hate ofc, good on them.

[@MichaelMitchell-vk9lk]

Another great video! Thanks for all your hard work and research

[@jessjs57]

Some of my go-to’s are my Hamilton king khaki, my prx, and my glycine combat sub. But my favorite watch these days is my Lorier Neptune. I love love LOVE this watch! The high beat movement, the classic styling, the comfortable bracelet just all work for me.

[@speedracer2please]

My nicest watch is a Jazzmaster variant, and I never hear about it online. Thank you for mentioning it, that made me feel much better!

[@brandonschellhase]

Really appreciate your authenticity. I think most people that subscribe feel that way. I actually made a purchase decision based on what you and Andrew Morgan said about The Twelve and I absolutely love the watch. Keep doing your thing!

[@michellep2682]

I'm glad you mentioned Fears. I just picked up my 1st one. A Brunswick Topper LE, White-Out. Had a chance to meet Nicholas a few times and he is such a lovely man.

[@tikishark1]

I love my Tissot gentleman and get lots of compliments when wearing it. It’s comfortable and keeps great time. You can’t beat it for the price 😊

[@Isual]

thanks. i was looking for tiffany blue watches, and your video got me going to get the 2 tissot watches; the automatic and quartz.

[@hugohernandez3651]

For $1K, you can get a Mido Ocean Star. Sapphire crystal, ceramic bezel, automatic with 80h of power reserve, AR coating, 200MWR minimum.

[@justinlouismusic]

What great watches at reasonable prices! Thanks for the vid. Love your work.

[@matthalliday4890]

Hi Britt, good timing on this review for me as I'm currently looking for a watch for my son's 18th in May. The CW C63 and the PRX are all ready on my list. New contender is the Fears. I am also Bristol, small world 😃

[@bash44]

thanks britt love your channel great job great review. cw the 12 is an amazing watch i love it i got one after i watched your review

[@sagordas4699]

Just love your videos❤ keep up uploading more videos.

[@pvsabnis]

Solid recommendations 👍🏼

[@shemrun]

Love love love your channel 👌

[@RajevShah-ey6fp]

Glad you highlighted the Hamilton Jazzmaster series. I would also say the open heart jazzmaster looks stunning although a little over $1000!

[@Hi-Shine]

A great review and example of what's on offer at realistic prices to "most"of the watch loving public. Best part about Longines is they do discount if you ask in their ADs. I got the new Hydroconquest Automatic for £740 a couple of years ago including a separate Longines wooden display box. Think at the time it retailed for circa £1100. Love this sub £1000 bracket.

[@malikknows3510]

Thanks for the video! A bit surprised at the omission of Baltic, there’re doing a great job in this price segment!

[@WatchsNBoots]

Awesome video! Love it❤

[@BrittPearceWatches]

Ahhh thank you! I’m so glad you enjoyed!! 💕✨

[@matth4680]

Got to say for under a grand I have 3 pieces. Citizen Pro Master Tuff, Mondaine Stop 2 Go or a Skagen. I have multiple Skagen & so thin that nothing is better under a shirt sleeve. Citizen for work & the Mondaine is a Swiss watch with a great story that won’t get you assaulted in a big city. They are my choices. Great video but maybe a part two is needed? Keep posting Britt you’re doing a great job. 😎👍👏

[@tonydavis4378]

Awesome video! Don’t forget the lid that comes with your r2 mug 😂

[@paulkukula6541]

Really good picks. Love the Fears. Here in Australia,I have 3 Adina watches made in that price bracket. Style isn’t for everyone,but I love them. Enjoying your videos.

[@juwelahmed9166]

Bro this is very good

[@TheCalibratedWrist]

Chris Ward owns this category for value, but last year's Conquest redesign (sadly above 1K) is one beautiful watch. Great video. Cheers!

[@mdfijoulhasan1789]

Thank you for the video brit

[@tarekrinku8532]

Nice video ❤️

[@david.9633]

Thank you for the video, Brit

[@BrittPearceWatches]

Ahh thank you David! I am so glad you enjoyed!

[@DanGaskell]

Great video, Britt! I have my eye on the Hamilton Expedition, right at $1,000. It's looks like a great GADA watch. BTW, I would love to see you do a video on buying a used luxury watch.

[@princeswaraz8353]

This is beautiful watch ⌚

[@scottlalonde2878]

Great video Brittany, thank you 🙂👍. I like sport watches. But Man, that PRX.

[@dakaraindoro8346]

Seeing Frederique Constant get a mention. I’m impressed 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 the classic Index, Highlife & Manufacturer WorldTime are all on my list.

[@renatoleduc274]

Sad that Certina (specifically the 38mm Action Diver) doesn't get a mention. It's a really underrated brand.

[@javahaxxor]

It's because you see it at the cheapo shops, so you don't associate it with entry level swiss high quality

[@jdmeaney413]

PRX all the way! First Swiss watch I ever bought, always going to have a place in my heart and I still love to wear it.

[@SEFAYETRZ1]

The exclusive qualities are very good

[@XHobbiesPrime]

For Seiko I think the Alpinist is the best value. Especially if you grab a Laurel edition. They are pretty versatile and they have 70hr power reserves, sapphire crystal, 200m water resist, and screw down crown. SPB249 is a gorgeous one.

[@michaelmartinez5365]

I agree. I have the shark tooth and it looks and feels like a true luxury watch 😊

[@XHobbiesPrime]

The Sharktooth one is really nice. I looked at it quite a bit but I am happy with my Ginza Alpinist. @@michaelmartinez5365

[@TheBrian9210]

+1 for the SPB249, it's my current GADA one watch collection and I love it!

[@XHobbiesPrime]

@@TheBrian9210 I think it is a perfect one watch collection.

[@gregschulte2953]

Well done Britt. There are quite a few very nice watches that are affordable. I love my Rolex's as well as my Casio's. Your mention of Longines is spot on - they make beautiful watches. Buy what you can afford and enjoy. PS don't over pay.

[@SumonTudu-op1yk]

Nice video

[@marcustahoun]

Good choices.

[@jpdemer5]

I did a hands-on PRX vs. Gentleman comparison at Tissot's NYC store. The PRX seemed a bit boring, and it was a chunky thing compared to the Gentleman. Walked out with the latter, in the extra-thin quartz version. Looks very classy on a leather strap, and slips under a cuff easily. Add an Alpinist for outdoor wear, and you're ready for anything.

[@ofb7212]

Missed numerous well known microbrands incl Zelos and Baltic. That is where the value is under $1000. Love your work.

[@RedwoodAggie]

Great choices, Britt! The CW is an instant classic line. I actually wish the 39mm black and white models were simple without the bits of colour like the 36mm versions, but maybe that's just me. As for the sporty greens, blues, etc. 39mm CW63, go to town on the extra pops of colour. The only reason I haven't gotten the brilliant Seiko 5 GMT is I've gotten pickier and spend more now a days. I would like a Jack Mason Strat-o-timer instead, but I love the Seiko. Even the black one with that half grey bezel and the red GMT hand is gorgeous, but the blue and black is the star for me. The new Khaki Expedition is great, but does break the budget, so the KFM is a great choice. The Land Rover bit made me chuckle. It sounds like you're describing Jason Heaton of The Grey NATO. The FC is an underdog and GREAT shout out. They need more love. After handling the chunky older Longines Conquest, I am not as much of a fan of the choice. It's got crazy water resistance, but definitely feels more its

[@b21ony]

I love the citizen tsuyosa. I was going to purchase it in blue but I tried it and unfortunately it's too large for my small wrists. Hopefully they make a reduced version at some point 🤞

[@killer0178]

I went to the Tissot representative to try both the PRX and the Gentleman. The one I wanted the most was the PRX because I find that bracelet super gorgeous, unfortunately I didn't like how the watch felt on my wrist, those lugs were hitting my wrist bones and felt quite uncomfortable. I have big Casio Protreks that are around 50mm in diameter and I barely feel the watch at all, so the 40mm is not at an issue. So when I tried the Gentleman it was night an day, the watch rested perfectly on my wrist. If Tissot comes out with a 38mm version of the PRX I'll definitely try it again and if feels nice, i'll bring it home

[@shubrotalukder]

I love my tissot gentleman and get lots of compliments when wearing it.

[@TrollTrace]

That Moment when you roll one and you hear ‚blazed‘. Lmao 😂

[@edwintreffers]

You absolutely don’t need to spend many thousands on a watch to get a nice one. Yes…. I must admit that having a Rolex or Omega is really nice but I also really like my Seiko or Orient watches. Great video Britt 🥳

[@BrittPearceWatches]

Man, I still get excited buying more affordable watches! There's just so many fantastic timepieces at different price points! I've been wearing my CW The Twelve all week and aboslutely loving it! It brings me the same amount of joy as my Rolexes!

[@julienfroidevaux1143]

​@@BrittPearceWatchesIt's for the reasons you mention I stay in the affordable range . One grail , one day ..... Wish more people would talk about Corum ❤ it's the only grail or one of the very few grails I'd consider .

[@javahaxxor]

I introduced my kids to automatic watches with Orient - the Kamasu II has much better finish than a Seiko 5. I really like my Seamaster 300 but I LOVE my Steinhart Ocean One Titanium 500 🤷‍♀️

[@fakemoonlight2496]

Wow nice

[@MindFoodMusic21]

A very nice watch

[@dustinvanniekerk8803]

Love the Channel , could I ask for a review on the Hamilton Khaki Navy Scuba , just bought my first and loving it , but honestly not as accurate as I hoped , loosing about 2min a day , is this normal ?, Thanks 😉

[@monnaislam3237]

I really like the watches of many beautiful watches

[@behonestwithyourself3718]

I got the Seiko SPB155 Aplinist. For an automatic watch under $1000 is beautiful

[@MrBen-np3wd]

Nice watch

[@Liz86000]

I'm glad you're talking about Frederique Constant.

[@Jovan919]

I went for a Tissot that people rarely talk about, Chemin des Tourelles older version with roman numerals, yeah it still is a Tissot with powermatic 80 but I like the look of it and also I like that it is kinda underrated and overlooked

[@Octave31]

Nice video, I would add Seagull 1963 in this list

[@I-Libertine]

The Conquest Heritage (on the secondary market) is amazing.

[@atifghafoor6258]

I saw a longines conquest Quartz watch in the window of a second hand shop a few weeks back and the seconds hand was not hitting the markers was suprised for a watch priced at £475 used.

[@MrGeirSteinar]

Been looking for a dress watch for a while now, and had settled on either a Clifton Baumatic or a Hampton from Baume & Mercier, but here you come with the Jazzmaster and the Boulton…. Hmm, I might have to reconsider…. 👍

[@curtbrown7718]

Can you please do an extended video on Longines? Thank you.

[@Mithun_official2855]

Nice

[@flo12325]

For under a $1000 I’ll take the Junghans Max Bill Automatic everyday…especially in comparison to something like a Tissot. The versatility, timeless aesthetic and history is something you don’t see often at that price point. Would love to see a video about it.

[@javahaxxor]

Tissot are good watches, but IMHO seeing them all my life in the cheapo shops together with all the Casios, the Festinas, etc, has kind of diminished their perceived value and quality. The PRX is over hyped though, looks cool but the Gentleman is a much nicer watch

[@Swiss_Army_Knife1780]

You mentioned some great options. One could do an episode on microbrand alternatives to mainstream iconic ⌚ under $1000.

[@tachillecremonini387]

I love Hamilton "Tank"❤❤❤

[@Bruthah]

I really like the siderel (sp?). Love the prx too

[@m07c]

Really want a PRX- but the larger one wears really large on my wrist (not exactly a tiny 6.5 wrist) due to shape/band integration and the small one feels tiny....really hoping for one right in the middle (think black bay 58 family sizing)

[@AMAMBT]

imo for tissot gentleman edges the prx , it is a timeless design , prx has a great nostalgic design but would it be the same for the next years or even soon ? . I'm not sure , and i guess the next thing would be the moonphase automatic watches .

[@orster2076]

We love to see good representation for the tax payers watch choices

[@BrittPearceWatches]

🤣🤣 I love a good thinking man’s watch! I’m now really hankering to buy a Hamilton. 😈💕

[@darceymcfarlane9925]

@@BrittPearceWatches I own a khaki field mechanical and it’s an amazing watch, looks great with every nato I’ve put on it

[@PhilPsChannel]

I'm saving for a Grand Seiko but damn you Monta Noble with a mint dial!! (shakes fist at the temptation) @@BrittPearceWatches

[@marvinbrich1580]

Seiko Cocktail line 🙌🏻

[@Frank4202]

I have the quartz Gentleman with the blue dial and the brown leather strap. Paid $350CAD right before COVID. I will admit, it doesnt get a lot of wrist time but it is a great watch that ticks all the boxes for a daily, if needed.

[@asitkhanda]

Appreciate you making these kind of lists. While masterful time pieces are gonna cost because of the work, effort and limited number of quantities it will sell, these kind of value luxury watches help a bit in creating the interest early on. I am myself in no position to be able to afford any kind of watches above $500 so I pick and choose a lot. These kind of lists make it a bit easy for decision making! 😇

[@mob3076]

I still love my Seiko Orange Monster and it shares just as much wrist time as my higher end pieces.

[@jaybee1196]

Sunday is Gringa-day. Let’s go!

[@BrittPearceWatches]

I freaking love new video day!

[@BruceLee-je4ik]

Great video! I would add Orient Mako and Bambino, as well as Laco field. Both are great to have.

[@BrittPearceWatches]

SOOO TRUE! Well said! I gotta make a Part 2!

[@carrerau7138]

I wouldn't call them "luxury watches", though.

[@wildernessofzinn17]

Thanks to Brit showing it on one of her episodes, I grabbed up one of those Citizen Space Surfers with the hand-painted dial. Don't care what anyone says, I like it. I heard they only released 150 of them, so my only complaint is I wish they had numbered them on the back. I got it for 15% below retail so I jumped on it when I had the chance.

[@salty5402]

Props for calling out the gem that the Hamilton Jazzmaster line! Great watches, esp. the Jazzmaster Worldtimer.

[@BrittPearceWatches]

YOU KNOOOOW, I need to get one in to review!! I've got. a couple contacts at Hamilton UK! So I think it's time to start getting more watches in! >=]

[@JonTheComputerDoctor]

I purchased a CW C63 in January on a sale so an even better price, they are as you say a GADA Watch and great value for money even at full price. Great video thank you.

[@BrittPearceWatches]

Oh YES! I freaking love a good deal! ;) And big congrats on getting one of these - fantastic timepiece!

[@AlexanderB.]

Agree about Longines or Christopher Ward being "luxury" watches at around $ 1,000, but Seiko 5s with Hardlex Crystals and folded end links or Tissots with plastic pallet forks in their movements...nah! 😆

[@user-um9nt8nd5q]

I like the watches

[@GuyVanderAa]

I so enjoyed this video! Now I have to throw some -1k money away on one or more of these fabulous watches 😅😎

[@tps3057]

Cw trident 300 love it

[@rasbrito]

No love for the Tissot Visodate?!? Come on!! 😊 By the way, really cool channel! Keep going 🫡

[@juliogomez4899]

I would have liked to se bulova. Some watches they releases are a bit odd But the lunar pilot pretty cool!! Especially the snoopy looking one

[@BrittPearceWatches]

Ahhh TRUUUTH! What a big miss!

[@palandi]

some interesting choices in your list, Gringa. I'd personally go with the Hamilton Boulton. whilst I don't have enough funds (and guts to take the plunge) for a Cartier Santos, this week I bought myself a Seagull 1963 as a placeholder. I don't know how you rate Chinese watches but this Seagull is mechanical, it has the right size (got the 38mm), exposed movement on the back of the case, good accuracy (much better than Seiko's) and some sort of heritage. and it was mine for a hair over 150 euros. it's not perfect (that would be a Vacheron Constantin 56 in my book) but it's good enough and I'm pleased with it.

[@julienfroidevaux1143]

Would have been way more interesting if she talked about more left field brands from Russia or France ( Yema ) or some Chinese/ Indian brands .

[@anikpodder83]

Good

[@MrDanielEarle]

The Hamilton Ventura is my favorite watch

[@bestboy897]

fantastic list. Please review that fears edwin its phenomenal and could be the evil twin of the cartier tank.

[@BrittPearceWatches]

Ouuu I'd love to! hahaha! I love that - "the evil twin of the Cartier Tank" it actually makes complete sense!

[@Peter-2704]

I was going to suggest the Sinn 556 on leather but it's just gone up to £1095. However I am confident you could strike a deal with Ryan at Francis & Gaye in Coventry and get it for under £1k.

[@Yorkshiremadmick]

My Seiko Prosex Willard re edition Glacier Save the ocean is getting lots of wear, to the exclusion of Tudor FXD MN23 and only cost me £750 Quality is superb

[@carrerau7138]

Prosex is always good.

[@thedaveaftertomorrow]

On a related note, have you seen the new small seconds Citizen Tsuyosa? Chef’s kiss

[@eman331]

Tissot fanboy here. I have both the Gentleman and PRX. The PRC 200 beats out both. Haha. Regarding the Gentleman vs PRX debate, I got the Gentleman first, but what I've come to appreciate about the PRX is its quick strap change feature which allows lots of flexibility. You can't go wrong with either.

[@d.kashani]

My Seiko spb143 is the best $1100 I’ve spent on a watch. It’s not my most expensive but it’s my favorite.

[@Monjurslifestyle]

🎉 nice

[@romanhrytsutenko188]

Conquest is awesome, but the proportions just feel off. I have tried it on and... Something about the width of the watch and those wide lugs feels wrong(especially the newer version). On paper, it is a great alternative to BB36 and AT but in person, it doesn't feel as.... what is the word... Not refined but maybe elegant? For the price of the new one, I'd probably go with Formex Essence 39. The old one is a great option if you like the looks and the feel of it. In addition to Longines in that range, I thing you can check Rado Hyperchrome(quartz). Stunning piece.

[@philippeh1277]

Good overview with models that are not always comparable (auto vs quartz). But I would never call them LUXURY watches

[@PhilPsChannel]

Britt could you do a review of Duckworth Prestex? I would to see you review the Rivington GMT.

[@h111551]

I like diversity in my collection and that means going from high to lower. A sweet watch is a sweet watch and “sweetness” is not always price dependent. I have the 38mm Hamilton Khaki Bronze Field Watch and it is a charming piece of kit. Ditto for my Seiko Grey Birch SPB237 Captain Willard dive watch. Life is too short to feel constrained to collect only expensive references.

[@morbidsnails1913]

My favourite watch under a grand has to be the Victorinox INOX automatic. It's just a gorgeous watch, it even gets more wrist time than my Omega's and i'm the biggest Omega fanboy of all time 😎 Steinhart also deserves a mention (when they're not making Rolex homages), the Apollon in particular is a fantastic watch.

[@tyyven]

Would throw in the Citizen Tsuyosa between the Seiko and the Tissot. They comming out with new colors and with new dials. And i think they look way better then the prx.

[@tienenaar2295]

I'd like to see your take on watches that show the time in "non-conventional" ways like the Bradley Eone One, the Ressence line-up or the HYT watches. Most watches have been using the same lay-out and I like to see more non-conventional designs show to more people.

[@watchpapi]

I think there’s a MB&F M.A.D. 1 vid on here.

[@happysmilees]

Video for best watches for wrist size of 5.5in… so hard to find watches that don’t overwhelm my wrist.. I recently purchased the Hamilton jazz master in 34mm and it barely fits with the lugs. Any other recommendations? :)

[@carrerau7138]

The 34mm Jazzmaster has a lug to lug of only about 40mm and should easily fit on a 5.5 inch (= 14 cm) wrist.