A Preview Of My Switzerland Tour - Loves, Regrets & How It Has Changed My Perception Of Watches

In today's video, I share a sneak peek of the videos to come over the next few months, exclusively shot in Switzerland! I discuss my first impressions of the country, things I loved, and a few things I regret. I answer two big questions:
1. Has my perception of watches changed?
2. Which watch did I buy during my travels in the holy land of horology and watchmaking?
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[@HVG67]

You might consider your channel a niche channel, but it's a great niche channel. What I especially like about your channel is exactly what you mention in your video: your not a "watch snob" which is a great thing. I love the fact you spend as much time on the affordable watches as you do on the high end ones. Just carry on!

[@thomaschristopherwhite9043]

Next stop: Japan.

[@theurbangentry]

Ohhh hell yeh!!!! Thank you Thomas, Best regards, TGV

[@jamieb1632]

Thomas Christopher White I second that!

[@tuhkathri9126]

Wonderful! I look forward to seeing the content. I can’t wait for you to visit Seiko in Japan!

[@Towert7]

I will LOVE to watch your videos of the watch factories, assembly techniques, etc. That is something that I would find truly fascinating.

[@getoffmylawn8986]

Can't wait to have you go further into your "Grail watch".

[@Teachering]

Never too late to learn a language. I enjoy your openness about watches. You are anything but a watch snob. An enjoyable video.

[@tjarsun]

Great intro and marvellous music! Chopin FTW!

[@noahbohren6904]

It is very fun to see images of you in my hometown (Neuchâtel) Love your videos and keep on the good work 😀👍

[@theurbangentry]

Thank you Noah, You should be very proud, amazing place!!! Best regards, TGV

[@jhelwig19781]

Can’t wait to see the footage TGV. Excited to learn more in depth and up close about the brands!!

[@badfinger9]

The landscape! Such beauty. Crisp, clean and orderly. Nothing out of place. Thanks for the preview.

[@markmessore5461]

Welcome home TGV. Your genuinely heartfelt excitement and enthusiasm is intoxicatingly contagious! I very much look forward to hearing of your adventures in beautiful Switzerland. Best regards, Mark

[@trilobyter1]

Again a passionable TGV-Clip . Your enthusiasm in the whole video is unbreakable. Thanks for sharing your time in switzerland.

[@2707Swagg]

Welcome back TGV, glad to hear you had a great trip. It truly a big step forward and there is so much more to come.

[@kennethMblake]

So glad that you’re back, Governor. And very glad that you had such a fruitful trip. It’s one thing to go away to relax, but another to relax and learn about your passion at the same time. You’re living the dream, TGV, and I am happy for you sir.

[@jasonphillip1966]

I've been following your channel from early on and have had to take a bit of a hiatus over the last year or so due to work. Checked back in and reacquainted myself by watching this vid first and I have to say that, even though you have now clearly moved forward massively with the channel (from watch straps vids to Switzerland trips) the one thing that never changes with your channel is your attitude to life. You have got to be one of the most enthusiastic and genuinely happy people. It's quite addictive and always gives me a pick me up when I watch your vids. Great watch channel but a lot more than that, keep up the good work.

[@Legionnaire7777]

Argh, Switzerland one of my favorite countries.

[@rockymountaindt8410]

Switzerland is amazing, and I hope to return there myself. I have fond memories of Lake Geneva, Interlaken and Zermatt. Welcome back, TGV. Best-David

[@theurbangentry]

Thank you David, I wonder why it doesn't surprise me that you already know it so well? ;-) As always, glad to hear from you my friend. Best regards, TGV

[@lanceuppercut7436]

Great to have you back online TGV. I love your energy and enthusiasm. It’s infectious. That the trip has further inspired you is only a good thing and as you know, our everyday work assists us in reaching our personal goals in life by funding them. Looking forward to your new=ext instalment. Onward and upwards as always! Btw, hope your best mate Ernest was ok while you were away.

[@Claus-L.Mueller]

Hi TGV! It seems you’ve had a great time. I’m looking forward to your upcoming videos about the trip. Best regards, Claus

[@theurbangentry]

Thank you Claus, I hope you are well old friend. Germany next ;-) Best regards, TGV

[@jabbathebum]

I'm excited to see your future videos on the nitty gritty of how the watches get made. I love getting an inside view on that kind of stuff. Thanks for the great content!

[@KDL917]

I'm so excited for this video series!!! It'll be a while before I can even think of going to Switzerland, so I'm going to enjoy it vicariously through you :)) Onwards and upwards, TGV!

[@raphaelbarany9199]

Astonishing video TGV, congratulations on your trip, one of many more to come! I must say that i started watching your videos because of your rich horology content, but now what keeps my eyes and ears atenttion are your humbleness and respect not only to horology, but to everyone you adress. Peace and love, Best Regards From Brazil

[@jnrjnr77]

Wow Switzerland looks absolutely amazing and I couldn’t agree with you more Tristano when you said that a huge majority of watch lovers in the world can sometimes forget the level of craftsmanship, dedication and the unrelenting passion that goes into making some of these truly amazing watches. Well I look forward to seeing a glimpse of this micro fantastic world of watch making in your upcoming vids. Good to have you back my friend 👍

[@mikekamler]

Love the enthusiasm after your visit! Good times and I'm stoked to see whats next!

[@JustinMiles17]

Can't wait to see all that content! Glad you had a great time brother. Best regards, Justin

[@markrichardbrown]

I thought this was a particularly good video because I’m thinking about going to Switzerland to visit some of the well-known watch manufacturers. Now I have a better idea of what to expect. I also appreciate TGV’s infectious enthusiasm for horology. It’s fun to watch someone who really loves their hobby and wants to share it with others. The video quality is quite good - much better than some of the others in this genre. His intros are second to none.

[@ckfvideo]

Fantastic teaser! Can't wait for the new videos.

[@gabrielscheer255]

Many thanks for posting all the videos from your journeys to the various watch factories. I absolutely agree with your observation and it made me appreciate my Orient watch even more as it is a completely in house creation and given the price, it is indeed remarkable .So thank you again and I truely enjoy your videos.

[@jordanpaulee]

Ciao TGV! You are such a suave and impressive guy. You have certainly pushed me to embrace the more refined and cultured parts of life. Since watching your videos I have gained such respect for watches, cultures and most importantly a proper and refined lifestyle. I have began learning Italian for a multitude of reasons, one of them being the fact that you speak it too. Love the videos, love your classiness. Keep up the good work! Best Regards, Jordan

[@sladkru]

This is an old, good TGV: honest and passionate.

[@dusanveselka3240]

wow, it must have been incredible experience... you should definitely make more videos about this trip.

[@jayh9144]

Can’t wait to see the footage of all the factories you visited.

[@LaplacianFourier]

Dear TGV, Cool video! Best regards, Vlad

[@theurbangentry]

Thank you Vlad :D Best regards, TGV

[@coenfranken3336]

We went to Switzerland last August and it was just three weeks of me and my dad drooling in front of store windows. Best place in the world, although Beijing, China with its watch-filled Wangfujing boulevard was pretty nice as well

[@jeremycorrao]

I'm glad you had such a wonderful time. Seems like a great place to visit. It is a beautiful country. Can't wait for more to come!

[@937-b3o]

Congrats, I have no doubt in my mind that one day you will eventually become for the watch industry, what Robert Parker is for wine producers all over the world. Someone whose opinion will influence styles, prices and the market...its your destiny.

[@MichaelGisiger]

Hehe, you might be the first person ever to call us Swiss open :) Most people complain about how uncommunicative and reserved we are.

[@madstevens8961]

Michael Gisiger above all you swiss lack a sense of humor.

[@MichaelGisiger]

Mad Stevens Humour is so overrated, it keeps you from piling up and counting money 🤣

[@owentreadgold8658]

I’m so excited to see the new watch and to see the Switzerland content

[@kbbarton1]

Now you got me excited about Switzerland!

[@boutchmanz]

Can't wait to see more!

[@MrMilovanov]

Great video! Looking forward to see your upcoming material!

[@MrJkca]

love that clip 4:46. Beautiful landscape all around through france + switzerland. Can't wait to see your videos after this one.

[@FernaManu]

Welcome back home, TGV. Nice to hear you had a great time. It will be fascinating to know which brand of watches you bought 😊👍

[@timschubardt]

Great video. I personally visited the Lange factory, it was so amazing.:)

[@sureshobhan]

Great Video...am super excited and waiting for the videos from Switzerland...!!!

[@msufiyan]

God.. I’ve missed you Sir. Welcome back

[@jesustrevino4159]

Love your videos man, keep up the hard work!!!!

[@theurbangentry]

Thank you Jesus, so glad to hear :D Best regards, TGV

[@spacelli70]

Great jvideo- growing up I spent many of my summers in Northern Italy and Switzerland and watching this video as brought many fond memories.

[@paredair]

Glad to hear it was such an inspiring trip! Looking forward to the factory tour content.

[@rickewilde]

Excited to see the clips and await the full reveal of your Swiss trip.

[@theurbangentry]

Thank you Rick :D Best regards, TGV

[@vitaxiv]

Cheers from Nyon. I see you enjoy the white castel. Thanks for sharing your "enthousiasme".

[@panoslioulias6231]

Tristano, Welcome back! Looking forward to seeing the videos and enriching our view of The Watchmakers and their creations. Some ideas...The travel to the watch making Meccas...instead of selling your beloved watches...organize the trip with ten more guests and that would cover your part. Also the state of the collection that you do is fun because you see an evolution or better a change in your ideas about the watches and your relationship with each one, that is fun. It is the voyage not the destination. He he Glad to see you so motivated.

[@theurbangentry]

Thank you Panos, That is actually a really cool idea. I will certainly think about it. Best regards, TGV

[@TheHimey]

So inspiring! Thank you!

[@giannmilanista]

Giancarlo Duffy awesome name!

[@kingjgregory]

Good God, man. Starting the video with my all time favorite song! Setting the bar high right off the bat. Great video.

[@kingjgregory]

P.s. If you haven't heard Tzimon Barto's version of this song you should check it out. It's the most passionate performance I've heard.

[@sk8brdninja746]

TGV! Your passion inspires the hell out of me! Cheers my friend!

[@theurbangentry]

Thank you my friend, that means so much to me. I hope you and your family are well SN, Best regards, TGV

[@RhysAngulatta]

Looking forward to this series TGV! And Japan next? yes please! You will love it, especially as a foodie - the best food in the world, hands down!

[@maciek628]

Oh thank God you’re back! I was getting worried :)

[@davidmichienzi101]

Looks like your trip was the best of both world's 👍 Thank you for sharing TGV.

[@mikerr8462]

I am really looking forward to the next videos! Its heartwarming to see how enthousiast you are about Switzerland. Living here day by day sometimes you forget how beautiful it is. Already recognized a lot of places in the teaser pics. Also hope it will make some of your followers a little bit more educated about the swiss watch industry and the passion behind it.

[@jasonhermosilla9064]

Great video! Looking forward to the details! I've been to places too and I completely agree that the real cultural excursion begins with meeting and knowing actual people from the place.

[@saifulislam-pf9um]

welcome back!!

[@DenisHauser]

Great, the show goes on! :)

[@theurbangentry]

ALWAYS. Thank you my friend, onwards and upwards! Best regards, TGV

[@danishfawaz2598]

Damnnn small world, i watch ur videos for gear review fuwaforestfilms!

[@DenisHauser]

Thanks! :)

[@sophiefurley2342]

Amazing video! I loved every second of it. So happy to see you so fired up about the Swiss trip. Joy and I had a ball too. Looking forward to seeing more videos over the next few months. x

[@theurbangentry]

Sophie!!!!!!! Thank you and so glad to hear you had fun too. Sending lots of love to everyone, I can't wait to return! Tanti baci, T.

[@adceal]

Great video, as always! Can't wait to see the next one! Thanks so much for sharing your thoughts and experiences in Switzerland

[@theurbangentry]

Thank you Adrian :) Best regards, TGV

[@spl4028]

Absolutely stunning! Keep it going!

[@vexpressions1]

nice preview of videos to come...always great to see someone inspired and excited from a trip! Now I'm very anxious to see what your new grail watch might be! Let's just say that now you've inspired me to check out Switzerland too!

[@auxmike]

Glorious! Now, release the hounds and show us Switzerland!

[@evaninnewport]

Great vid TGV. Surely you are now planning a grand tour of the Seiko plant!? I'll chip in 20 bucks to get you there

[@weerobot]

Have great time TGV...x

[@garylawton230]

Great video as always! Thanks TGV! You’re living the dream now!

[@theurbangentry]

Thank you Gary :D Too kind sir. Best regards, TGV

[@ConnollyCove]

Well done!!...Thanks for sharing this video. :)

[@tenorbanjoguy]

Great to see you inspired!! Carry on!!

[@imslade]

What a great trip and I'm completely at a loss for words. Enticing.

[@Nermin_Ljutika]

Great! Looking forward to the video from the trip looks like you had a great experience!

[@goaztecs7549]

I've watched this video before but I rewatched because I needed a dose of civility and gentility in an unpleasant and illogical world. Thanks for being a gentleman and providing a palate cleanser. Cheers

[@daxtarius]

Mate, I hope I can do my little share to make your dreams come true by abiding your awesome channel, watching everything. Passion goes a long way. In both directions. Cheers, Martin.

[@SupperUpper]

What a great, inspiring video! Thank you so much! Hope to see much more from your 1TB of Switzerland material ;)

[@Twinkius]

That intro was amazing!

[@danmac0]

This adds so much to the channel. 200k by 31 Dec

[@ryanmead3939]

Hi tgv welcome back sir, well how to begin Switzerland looks amazing ! Im so happy for you, you made it , keep knocking on them doors and all that you deserve will come to you, all the hard work you have put in to making the channel a success, you are now beginning to bear the fruit, a true insperation, keep up the great work, your friend Ryan.

[@jamesbelan]

"OK, Hi guys and welcome" Get it Trademarked! :)

[@johnprice909]

Great video - makes me want to visit Switzerland! So many teasers too - grail, purchase, tours... can hardly wait to see them all. Ciao, John

[@theurbangentry]

Thank you John, It certainly is going to be a fun next couple of month ;-) I hope you are well my friend. Best regards, TGV

[@bubbab7792]

Quite the dissertation TGV. You projected a sense of accomplishment and needed completeness and achievement regarding history of horology and its true meaning. All the while staying true and humble to yourself and your audience Thank you for sharing. Curious of your recent purchase and new grail. To be determined, discovered, and revealed. Best regards.

[@freedomsantos5954]

bro,youre my new idol. your channel is the best on youtube.

[@battsy95]

TGV! PROMOTE YOUR PATREON! The Gentry would be more than happy helping you financially for these trips. In the end it's great eye-candy for us, too!

[@ashiqahmed6597]

Its sad that, i have to wait until tomorrow. Can't wait

[@tods.9947]

Awesome trip TGV. You will love the Seiko museum when you get to Tokyo one day. I highly recommend it!

[@paulbaker4693]

Glad your back thought something was wrong, you not posting anything for a while.

[@bambofish6978]

Great vid - and looking forward to the coming videos! My pick for the new ordered watch - JLC Reverso with the tgv / lion logo engraved on the reverse case back.

[@bobfrombrisbane1831]

Hello TGV. Looking forward to seeing the footage from Switzerland. Sounds like you packed in a lot during your trip and you won't be struggling for content to show on the channel for awhile. The scenery and food look great. This Switzerland series videos will propel your channel further along, definitely entering a new phase with the channel with this trip. You work hard and deserve your success. 👍⌚️⏱

[@theurbangentry]

I'm rather speechless and deeply flattered. But never forget, it would be nothing without the audience and quality Gentry that keep this show going like yourself sir! Thank you my friend, onwards and upwards. Best regards, TGV

[@juliusx9953]

Hey TGV Do you Know thewatchesTV ? They make every quality Content About watchmaking (especially High end) you would have also been a great feautre on series were they Talk with collectors

[@mitchd1963]

Looks like you had a really great time looks beautiful and looking forward to all the upcoming footage TGV

[@theurbangentry]

Thank you Mitch :D Best regards, TGV

[@cedrichadley2564]

NICE! Really looking forward to your content from CH :)

[@surrejj]

Great video as always...

[@s.hoffman7205]

Bougth a SARB017 because of watching your channel. Verry happy with it. Keep up the good work !

[@OrbitalRescueSage]

Do please enjoy it before it ceases to exist. I traveled the world in my 20's and I don't regret it. I just wish I could do it now. Europe is going through a massive upheaval, so be sure to document it before its gone.

[@FlorianLify]

One more comment: while driving a supercar in Switzerland Jeremy Clarkson (Top Gear) watched the incredible mountains from behind the wheel and commented "What did the Swiss do to deserve Switzerland?" It is truly beautiful indeed!!!!!

[@isaiasrivas7431]

Chopin one of my favorite

[@ghassansalti9035]

Welcome back Tristano. Thank you for reminding me about Snupps. I actually used it when it came out few years ago. The creator of Snupps is a very good friend of min. I am going to call him and tell him you are using this app. I agree, it is a great tool to showcase your watches. I am going to modify my page on Snupps that now I know you are using it. Snupp it:)

[@wingwangtingtang]

He's back to the "ruthless" slimming down mode huh? You'll have 5 or 6 more by the end of the year lol