Affordable Alternatives to Luxury Watches (Royal Oak, Daytona, Speedmaster & More)

[@jayblue673]

Best alternative to a MVMT watch... is a watch drawn on your wrist with a Sharpie. The time will be accurate at least twice a day.

[@gabechristian2022]

Jay Blue the best joke I have ever read lol.

[@gabechristian2022]

(I know you're serious I wasn't being sarcastic I totally agree)

[@romanmichaelhamilton8729]

Ha, ha! LOL.

[@billtaylor9964]

Jay Blue trump has one.

[@bunk-bn9eo]

🤣

[@nunofbarros98]

You should now do an “Affordable alternatives to affordable alternatives to luxury watches”

[@drewm-r7249]

There’s actually an even cheaper alternative that’s actually better looking than the Royal Oak. It’s called Literally Any Other Watch.

[@DVSPDC]

@@drewm-r7249 hilarious

[@ronch550]

@@drewm-r7249 I used to think I'd get the Royal Oak if I were buying a luxury watch but ah... I've become more and more modest over time. I'm happy with a Chinese Automatic I bought recently. Accuracy is something like +24/day but I wonder if it's just magnetized. More like a contaminant on the hairspring or something, I suspect. The brand is Lige, ref. 9813, 3 complications (day, date, month), open heart, $37 shipped. Quite a curious watch. Quality is surprisingly ok.

[@franklinfocus]

Nuno Barros exactly lol

[@hrdive1]

That would be called timex

[@WhatTimeIsIt999]

Can't even afford these alternatives lol

[@alexvalencia9907]

Same😂

[@einundsiebenziger5488]

Then save up for crying out loud! Put 50 bucks in a piggy bank each month and you can buy a decent 500 bucks automatic watch for christmas. Save for another year, and you can afford a really nice timepiece. Don't be a loser who doesn't even try.

[@thebopwashere]

@@einundsiebenziger5488 savage, but 100% true. Save save save.

[@GreaterAfghanistanMovement]

Get a job

[@GreaterAfghanistanMovement]

@Sigkim Wasn't even talking to you.

[@JusttheWatch]

I have a hard time spending more than $500 on a watch in good conscience, so I don't ever plan on owning a luxury watch. So I appreciate a list like this. I picked up the Bulova Lunar Pilot recently and really love it.

[@drgjs]

Just the Watch Agreed! It’s impossible to win with money when significant amounts of money are dumped into non-appreciating assets. Saving for retirement in your twenties is how you win. Sure watches can be flipped, and a few may appreciate, but dumping money into watches in lieu of retirement, debt resolution, or home ownership is just foolish.

[@bangurowned]

Just wish it wasn't quartz. Personal preference for sure though! Chrono auto is a different price point.

[@SoCalWatchReviews]

Just the Watch - Congrats on that beautiful Bulova. Dying to review one on my watch channel!

[@danielmelendez9943]

Just the Watch i love my $45 seiko, daily wearer for sure. But i also own other high end watches, it all comes down to what you personally appreciate. My co workers often wonder how do i go from wearing a Rolex and Sinn diver watch to just wearing a Seiko.

[@samuelg1944]

Greg Snyder it’s not a waste of money if you don’t plan to sell them and just enjoy them

[@MisterKnightly]

To be fair, that 2008 accord probably has another fifteen years in it.

[@matthewreagan2384]

'08 Honda is just out of the break in period.

[@bobbyjohnson7069]

Try 20 before the trans even starts to get cranky!( unless the SJWs outlaw fossil fuels , then he can modify that Honda for battery power or vegetable oil burning!)

[@arjdroid]

@@bobbyjohnson7069 Or, a flux capacitor!

[@AlexK-ym3we]

Grandmas 1995 Accord still a beast

[@UNSCPILOT]

Still driving a 2007 Honda CRV, my only complaint is that the aux audio input stopped working, other than that it's unstoppable and still looks decent even with Canadian winters and heaps of road salt. I like that un-flinching reliably in anything, far more than heaps of flashy features, a few features are nice so long as it doesn't compromise the longevity and durability

[@Kunta1926]

Dude I’d kill for a 2008 Honda Accord..... man I guess I ought to stop buying watches.

[@mrbacchus6127]

Nope watches have better resale value usually

[@danielmelendez9943]

GUNSnSTUFF i have a 2009 accord for sale..

[@Kunta1926]

Daniel Melendez want to trade for some watches?

[@tervemoi8959]

Really, that car is not gonna fall apart any time soon

[@zBMatt]

I have a generation 1 CRV, older Honda’s are beautiful.

[@careenaksingh177]

My brother is just addicted to you and does nothing but watch ur videos all day. He has build a great interest in watches by watching ur videos. Keep it up buddy, ur doing a great job 👍.

[@clo2715]

Drive that car until the wheels fall off. That's what I'm doing with my 2004 Acura TL. No car payment for almost 10 years.

[@TeddyBaldassarre]

Might get an acura next if I don't decide on another Honda.

[@jaredmatthews9403]

This guy knows what's up.

[@georgewashington170]

Lol I'm driving my Grand Cherokee for seven years without car payments and I'm starting to fall in love with it now...it feels so good...

[@arjdroid]

@@TeddyBaldassarre Like an Acura NSX!

[@fubarmodelyard1392]

99 mirage. Always starts and asks for nothing

[@andrewgray9663]

Never seen this chap before and I thought 'Oh good grief, another hipster' but then he turned out to be informed and interesting. Now I am looking for a UK retailer of Dan Henry. Thanks for the good advice and excellent presentation.

[@TeddyBaldassarre]

Hahaha I’ll take it Andrew! 😂 welcome to the channel!

[@deansusec4266]

Teddy looks like a hipster, but he is a great KZbin watch enthusiast. Covers the mid a lower range, without just talking about actual crap watches. Also his girlfriend-wawawa!

[@dannyye7007]

Just ordered a Frederique Constant Classics Automatic as my first real, automatic watch last night after some extensive research! The price to value ratio is amazing on that brand's watches. Super excited for it to come in!

[@malbug]

I’ll trade you a couple of Seiko 5s for your Honda...I’ll even throw in some NATO straps!

[@hrdive1]

Dan Henry is one of my favorite micro brands. Awesome collection they have with amazing styling. They find the right corners to cut in order to bring to price down so that us peasants can enjoy wonderful time pieces that pay respects to the giants that came before.

[@phoenixrisin2269]

The Bulova lunar pilot is my favorite watch at $300! It has history, chrono, and is accurate to 10 seconds a year. Looks great too. Wears small.

[@scottbrandon9390]

Teddy gives good advice. Unlike Archie Luxury who financed some of his watches, Teddy recommends saving up first and buying what you can afford. You don't have to a start with a Patek as your first purchase. Start with something under $2,000 if that's all you can afford. And pay cash for all purchases. That way you can avoid the burden of debt.

[@jasue2000]

Teddy this is a great list!! I love the comparison for luxury vs affordable and, how you absolutely DON'T have to sacrifice at all to get a great watch and not have to sell one of your kids or a kidney to get it. In fact you can save a reasonable amount in a reasonable amount of time and get something to be proud of! Really great job. Thank you again for your hard work.

[@jacc88888]

Excellent alternative choices. Having seen their watches in person several times, Frederique Constant really stand out as generally having a beautiful aesthetic and quality at a price that could be achievable for most.

[@eugenbotnaru9155]

This might be the best alternatives video i have seen

[@TeddyBaldassarre]

I have many more on the list as well. Possibly a part two if people want it!

[@eugenbotnaru9155]

Teddy Baldassarre i surely want a part 2

[@steven3379]

Yes please do a part two!

[@adhiyanss7918]

Yes.. mainly because of the 80% less expensive rule. Most videos are like " the luxury one is $4000 and the affordable one is $3000"

[@BMH1965]

'Luxury' is a state of belief, you really mean an alternative to 'expensive'.

[@bobbyjohnson7069]

Yup- got a $4k Tag that sits on the drawer while my $140 G Shock goes to work, my $350 Tissot goes on dates and my 475 Citizens goes to church and formal events... people need I deal with function over form

[@thecreativecurator7829]

@@bobbyjohnson7069 I would bet that it's a tag Heuer Monaco.

[@anhquang9644]

Idk what your definition of a luxury watch might be but for most of us normal people a 1000 dollars watch can be called luxury.

[@varanid9]

@Alvin Walters Keep telling yourself that.

[@Shocker99]

I think what everyone considers as a luxury product differs between people, same with the monetary value.

[@jay8151]

I’ve been researching and studying watches and videos to determine what affordable watch I can not only afford but also feel comfortable if I’m ever in a setting with some real watch if enthusiast. This is some real pressure, but learning about Frederique Constant is a real life saver and I’m going to save up for one. Thank you so much.

[@kencur9690]

Indeed. Though, just so you know, you could go the vintage route and get a watch with true pedigree for only slightly more. Go to a reputable watch dealer (forget online if you don’t know what you’re doing) and have a look.

[@philcrowe6727]

When referring to the moon watch, I'm pretty sure the pic you posted was of Buzz Aldrin, not Dave Scott. But great vid.

[@MrAhuraMazda]

I think you're the ONLY youtuber who recommends or reviews watches without showing the actual watch, and I highly doubt ever seeing or holding the watch.

[@danielmelendez9943]

Bulova is definitely on my radar, owned several over the years. Excellent value and quality

[@jb6027]

Another great video. I like the Bulova "Moon Watch" AKA "Lunar Pilot" a lot. Having said that, the large 45mm case size overpowers the comparatively thin 20mm strap width. This is one watch that could certainly use a 22mm watch band for sure.

[@autonomy_]

JJ B I would buy it tomorrow if it came in 40mm.

[@TheOneGuyArmy]

I would love to see affordable alternatives to: the Rolex Submariner (ceramic and or pre-ceramic), Rolex Datejust 36mm, Rolex Explorer 1 and 2, IWC Pilot 40mm or 36mm (doesn’t really matter which mark imo), IWC Portugieser, IWC Igenieur (old or newer version) and a Rolex Pepsi Bezel GMT Master II (pre-ceramic and or ceramic. I am a big fan of IWC and Rolex, but unfortunately they are out of my price range for now. Great video Teddy!

[@andreaiacolina]

Great job, Teddy! One of the many reasons because I love your channel is because you're not a watch snob! The alternatives that I personally prefer on this list are Frederique Constant and Dan Henry.

[@eleveneleven572]

My Bulova moon watch was a lockdown purchase 😂. I'd tried on a Speedmaster a few months before at my local dealer when I collected my Seamaster from its service and wasn't overwhelmed to be honest. I love the Bulova though. That mecaquartz is superb.

[@chrisdavis8399]

Outstanding video Teddy! Excellent research to provide more affordable alternatives. Love the Maurice Lacroix Aikon! I was completely unaware of this watch. Do more videos like this one please!

[@stevedave5673]

Entertaining and informative as always! Love the “Alternative” videos. That Dan Henry panda really caught my eye....

[@gabrielejannis]

I really like this "affordable alternatives sub-genre"! Only it would be even better to get 4-5 alternatives for each of the reference watches, perhaps at different price points. Keep up the great work!

[@TeddyBaldassarre]

I thought about it, however, it was a bit sloppy given the vast differences in prices of the luxury watches mentioned. Will consider if I decide to do a part two.

[@JoachimderZweite]

Twenty years ago I bought a Seiko 5 on sale for $35 and it has been keeping perfect time ever since with no service.

[@stephanschultink7570]

Dear Teddy Baldassarre, yesterday I purchased the Maurice Lacroix Ikon automatic 42mm white dail. I've seen your reviews on these timepieces and it made exited to buy one. So, thank you for giving the insides and information of this brand!

[@eugenbotnaru9155]

You have once said that you'd love to have a Lange Saxonia but that watch was more expensive than your car and since then i had always thought "hmm, what car is Teddy driving? 🤔", and to be honest, i don't know many Honda drivers who own a couple of Omegas, Nomos, an IWC, a Rolex and a Tudor, i can see where you put your priorities, haha

[@TeddyBaldassarre]

HAHAHA at least they retain their value unlike a car

[@eugenbotnaru9155]

Teddy Baldassarre great thinking 😂

[@IdrisFashan]

Teddy Baldassarre If you buy an Acura, you might have a bit better a shot. ☺️ Awesome video, dude.

[@d3xmeister]

Eugen Botnaru That’s true, almost all of my friends who drive Honda’s are exclusively Seiko/Citizen/Orient, and you can kinda see the relation between Honda philosophy and those watchmakers. In my eyes, they are great choices.

[@danielmelendez9943]

Eugen Botnaru maybe you need to ride nyc subway and see people’s wrists. Rolex, AD, cartier, omega and the list goes on.

[@thegorn]

Bulova, Freddy Constant, Nomos, Sternglas.... ArchieLuxury is gonna love this review.

[@musanetesakupwanya1050]

The way I LOVE the Maurice Lacroix Aikon..!!! That is probably the one I would save up for in the future :D

[@TheHomeExpert5]

The problem with almost all of these watches is that they look like a $50 watch from 4 feet away. 95% of people can't tell the difference at that distance.

[@fazeranchdressing9896]

This is one of the best alternative videos on KZbin

[@dommerdom]

The picture you show of David Scott is actually Buzz Aldrin.

[@TeddyBaldassarre]

You are right. Missed it during the revisions of the edit. You'll have to close your eyes and pretend during that part.

[@JusttheWatch]

@@TeddyBaldassarre ha. I did a review of the Bulova Moon Watch recently and was looking for a good shot of David Scott wearing it. I saw yours and thought "dang, how could I have missed that one!"

[@drzaius844]

Teddy Baldassarre hilarious

[@Antayera]

Teddy: fight that instant gratification Me: closes KZbin to get to work Teddy:

[@icebergpreservation5164]

I have the special edition of the bulova lunar pilot, I have watches that costed me 3 times as much but it is by far still my favourite watch in my collection and it gets the most wear

[@ForbiddenNickname]

I'm really glad, you featured Sternglas. Much underappreciated brand in my opinion.

[@Mgunner7623]

Seiko was accepting orders on the Alpinist SPB089 again this morning (Feb 28). Get yours while you can!

[@deansusec4266]

The sarx 045 is just unbelievable! And then the price?!!!! I love the aqua Terra, but the seiko, omg!!

[@Bobpaule]

Just ordered my Sternglass Topograph in black, Mondaine prices doubled and this watch is so stylishly understated and affordable.

[@kilabutini]

I bought the ML Aikon twice...both the 39mm and the 42mm but returned both. The 39mm looked to puny on my wrist and the 42mm was too massive. I wish they would make a 40mm or 41mm. That would be the sweet spot. As for the Bulova, they just need to reduce the size to 40mm or 41mm and add a steel bracelet and I guarantee that they'll sell a lot

[@DarthMalaks_Missing_Lower_Jaw]

Nice video, Teddy! I make pretty decent money but I find it really difficult to justify spending more than $600 or so for a watch, especially a stainless steel one. $2,000 for a watch? That's a trip to Europe, including flight and hotel!

[@anandhua.b4589]

How much does a trip to Europe last?

[@VagelisRekoumis]

Very nice video Teddy! Definately do part 2

[@jorgem8384]

Big fan teddy. Great work your videos are always interesting!

[@TeddyBaldassarre]

Thank you, my friend! Honored!

[@PlasticImaginationWorkshop]

Great video, thanks for putting this together. I think content like this is great, please keep them coming. Have a great day.

[@zacknemeth9944]

Teddy, upgrade your ride to accommodate your boujee watches! You can find a used 2009 Genesis for a fair price, and you'll easily be styling around.

[@Shani12]

Genesis is a fun Lil thing. I'm absolutely in love with my 2012 turbo

[@shibowang4496]

I just bought a Maurice Lacroix Masterpiece Réserve de Marché for my own birthday. Really really nice timepiece.

[@nicodlr06]

I'm getting an 08 Accord and that Seiko to show off the combo 😂

[@mountainmanwatchreviews8081]

Biggest regret of my watch life is selling my bulova moon watch. I will get one back. Super accurate, great looks and a history.

[@ultimaetsolder]

Invicta is the luxury version of Rolex.

[@bryantaquino8924]

ultimaetsolder facts

[@MEANCRACKEN2]

ultimaetsolder I almost spit my drink out when I read your comment 😂😂😂😂😂

[@bigpimpen045]

Lmao

[@jactuscack7423]

i hope this is a facetious comment

[@bossdefender8037]

"The only thing in the world worse than a fake Rolex is a real one." - Jeremy Clarkson 😉

[@Bloggerky]

Good one. I have the Bulova Lunar Pilot which I wear on a NATO. Biggest concern is the 45mm size, which is frankly too big for those of us who didn’t play college football.

[@boydlafrenie7120]

i fell in love with the Omega Aquaterra with the blue rubber strap from videos on KZbin. However the price tag I cannot justify now. I was in the mall and not looking for anything in particular but I did find a Citizen EcoDrive ( which I love, yes I like both quartz and mechanical) with a textured blue dial and blue rubber strap.. Yes it resembles but is unique as well... It wears nice but I have thick wrists and has a nice build quality. As an added bonus, the seconds hands line up almost perfectly, better than 99%...

[@SunsetSheen]

The Stoic Pilots Watch is a great alternative to the IWC Pilot 36. Has great specs and looks nearly identical for 1/10 the price 👍🏼

[@Blair338RUM]

Terrific episode Terry.

[@celtshaun1427]

Under $100 go for Parnis Chronograph (Daytona) and Didun Design Royal One (Royal Oak) Both great quality for the price and you could say a bit more than Homage watches.

[@RogerMillerInVA]

Thanks so much, Teddy - great video. I’m a big Dan Henry (and Seiko) fan, and also a big fan of Teddy B.! Keep up the good work, and I bet your Honda’s got another 100K miles in it ... again, another fine Japanese machine!

[@serge_oehn]

The Frederique Constant Slimline is my new dresswatch. Looks so good and doeas an amazing job for this price.

[@joeo7257]

Great video. It seems that all of the refined details of expensive watches are in these. The only person who really cares about an expensive watch is the person wearing it.

[@JeremyJakeWest]

Great video and you nailed all but one. The Dan Henry, although a favorite of many, is an extremely cheap feeling, lightweight, inferior choice vs. not only the Daytona but many reasonably priced chronos . I bought that Dan Henry and it was back in its box at FedEx with a return label within an hour. I was very disappointed. Keep up the great work!

[@rumedved]

Wow such an interesting theme on Teddy’s channel KZbin suggest to me! Great video 👏

[@rainerbuechse6923]

Fantastic Video, thanks so much. Love the Nomos&Sternglas Duo.

[@Tzazilas]

Nice video Teddy! If you make a part 2, can you include Panerais and IWCs?

[@jamesmumford8718]

As someone who loves a nice watch but has an income / lifestyle that means that I can only look at 'affordables' I really dig the research and choices you presented here. Anyone with money to burn can go into a dealership and drop £4k on an Omega or a Rolex without really giving it much thought. I know plenty of people l who own one Rolex/Omega/Patek which they bought because they can afford it and they know that these are desirable brands. But finding a really beautiful watch that gives you pleasure to own when you can only afford a few hundred pounds...that's a different thing, and I am pretty sure I get more pleasure from my painstakingly researched stable of affordables than they do from their luxury watches. ...although I am still buying a Seamaster...one day!

[@dgdave2673]

All the alternatives except the Dan Henry was good. You should do one now that brands like CW and Farer etc have come up so well.

[@legendhadi1]

Why is it that EVERY TIME I research a watch, the same day, you upload a video and post about it... Was just looking at the Bulova today, it's kinda creepy.

[@kencur9690]

It’s the matrix.

[@jc944t]

One of your best videos yet! Looking forward to more alternative videos in the near future.

[@matthewhoover6154]

People like to crap on Maurice Lacroix but that Aikon watch is beautiful and they are an independently owned watchmaker. Also do their movements in house in the newer Masterpiece watches and have their own case manufacturing.

[@JohnBuckmaster-sw3wm]

So I finally got my first true luxury watch… Other than a couple of vintage examples that is...My Rolex air king...It’s perfect (for me anyway).... now I’ve gone back to looking for those alternatives… Not going to be buying anything else expensive for a while...But I can’t just not buy more watches right? ;-) You just help me decide on one that I’ve been eyeing for a while…Going for the Bulova Because they are Omega Won’t be in my budget for Foreseeable decades!

[@angelabc2494]

Nice video. I really like frederique constant. I have the fc316 in solid 18k rose gold. Got it at a great price. And I agree, they are very overlooked

[@RedwoodAggie]

Excellent affordable alternatives list, Teddy.

[@garyggarner7738]

Enjoying your Videos! Thorough descriptions!

[@DrExeCelticHeroes]

Fellas this is a Fairly nice Video! The one Issue with Alternative watches for me is youll end up spendin sooooo much on all them alternative Brands ..you cud have gotten a nice Vintage or pre owned sub for that Cash ..

[@francesgerardgenil1592]

As for the Rolex Daytona, A good alternative to consider is the Orient Neo70 WVOO41TX It Solar powered which is unusual for Orient. Has a Quartz movement but has SWEEPING seconds hands. Gray market price range of 200-250 USD

[@SoCalWatchReviews]

Great video Teddy. Dying to know what editing software you use...??

[@jonjohns7080]

Teddy you should totally do a video just about royal oak alts like you did the perpetual

[@hasanmohammad63]

Definitely would like you to review a Maurice Lacroix Aikon watch. Thinking of getting one, looks pretty good.

[@manongpedro2338]

Great video! Loved the story behind the Bulova.

[@timhughes3684]

I like that you didn’t just list homage watches these watches have their own character especially the lunar pilot

[@SpaceViking2000]

I sold my 96 Honda Accord with over 300K miles. Still running. I will always miss that car. Got my through high school and college.

[@rodrigogutierrezreyes4702]

Great video, like the alternatives you chose there. Definitely keep doing videos like this. Good job as always!!!

[@NevermindXY]

Here's some better advice: 1. Go to AliExpress 2. Type "Miyota Automatic Sapphire" 3. Look for what catches your fancy 4. Purchase for 90€ to 120€ 5. Pick it up from customs paying your import tax (in Germany that is 19%) 6. Enjoy your new watch with top specs for a budget price (At least my Parnis Avant is amazing for some years now)

[@Desert63Fox]

Excellent video. Glad I found you! Thanks for sharing your knowledge.

[@TeddyBaldassarre]

Thank you for watching, Samuel!

[@nodarikirtadze8220]

Awsome video as always, Ted. Love the longer ones

[@wlliamp5499]

Another great series. Please continue this.

[@Mikey1951ful]

Good job, Teddy. Please continue the series.

[@fhcalderon]

Great vid Teddy! I remember watching an "alternatives" video on another channel and they basically proposed $5k alternatives to $20k watches...haha not much help to the 99%. The ones presented here are much more feasible and some great finds like that Sternglas, hope you can get your hands on one of those so we can have a deeper review. Keep up the good work.

[@a9h5m61]

Watchfinder&co

[@fhcalderon]

@@a9h5m61 haha you know it

[@a9h5m61]

There is a comment on that video saying what about affordable alternatives to the affordable alternatives

[@fhcalderon]

@@a9h5m61 I'd need like 5 iterations of that

[@a9h5m61]

Lol

[@sandman6617]

Once you have a Omega speedy moon watch in you hands and on the wrist there is no alternative. You find yourself staring at it and be glad you saved for it. Great content though.

[@chriswatchreviews4752]

Awesome again Teddy!

[@TeddyBaldassarre]

Thank you, Chris!

[@francesgerardgenil1592]

I have been looking around for videos like this one. Thanks

[@mrdisco99]

My wannabe Daytona is the Seiko SSB033. Same movement as the Dan Henry, but closer to the Daytona look.

[@alsander1060]

Thank you ! Just found you a couple of days ago.~￦ new collector first watch, 1971 omega gold plated geneve, yes it's. Real had it certified. Five dollar thrift store find. I'm in the La area so omega is there. I'm hooked love your vids Ted

[@ozymandiius]

Love your vids man

[@TeddyBaldassarre]

Thanks Chris!!

[@Makkendam]

Junkers also has an affordable range of Bauhaus watches. They have ETA autos for around 450 euro like the type 6050-5, and a very affordable quartz range.

[@alexbocioanca7050]

An alternative for the Nomos Orion could be the Junghans Max Bill or even the Junkers Bauhaus.

[@BeavEx69]

Love your videos dude!

[@TeddyBaldassarre]

I appreciate it, Ethan!

[@groti100]

thank you mate. You are the reason to buy Dan Henry. Lovely watch

[@Jds8216]

Great video as usual Teddy! Maybe another affordable alternative for Nomos Orion would be a Junkers Bahaus? 😄