An Iconic Watch You Should Know - Vulcain Cricket

[@jackbackus2183]

Just got my grandfather’s cricket restored. It was given to him in 1963 as an award for sales at a Ford dealership. Great to see the brand revived and for you to do a video on this watch.

[@bobbyb.1743]

Jack, where did you send it to get it restored - I need to do the same?!

[@Beeker0420]

Thanks, Teddy for expanding our horizons and highlighting this cool, vintage-inspired timepiece! It may be the sleeper hit of 2023! Love the channel and your breadth of knowledge!

[@LaFritePerreGoat]

Can we please let Guillaume Laidet revive Universal Genève next? I know he would be the first in line to carry this duty if you give him the chance. Polerouter and Compax chronos desperately need a revival now.

[@TeddyBaldassarre]

Have been waiting for someone to do it properly for years. Couldn't agree more.

[@fedomandez]

THIS!

[@aarons.stuffs]

Best comment award!🥂 Everything GL touches is gold IMO

[@mankdemelord6974]

AMEN! I love Guillaume.

[@theshadow1812]

He has been trying but the Hong Kong owners won't sell - sigh!

[@trelee9865]

I found a watch with an old cricket movement in it stamped as a "Hallmark" in a little antique shop in Texas for $30, didn't think it worked until I did some more research and tinkered around with it, now I have a fully functioning cricket in a gold case for $30 and it's absolutely one of my most favorite watches One interesting thing I noticed is that they changed the direction of winding, on mine, winding forward winds the alarm and winding backwards powers the timekeeping

[@klausdaus8010]

Great story! Will you share the name of this little antique shop in Texas... I have no plans this Sunday 😁

[@BAF605]

Gold cased too. What a find!! Let a watchmaker put it on a timegrapher to see the movement condition. If it needs a service or just some TLC you have a watch that deserves it. 😊😉

[@economicsjingle]

Yes and there is an in between step for the crown where the alarm doesn't go off--did they really get rid of that on the new ones?

[@michaelfierman3256]

This is why we tune in every day. The die hards are going to love this episode. Love both of the dial colors and that 36 just looks spot on. I definitely would want to see that movement so it a good thing I'm a light sleeper!

[@barrettwbenton]

Not too much, not too little: Vulcain got it just-right here, and the price, while out of my league, isn't outrageous for what you're getting, including a 100% bespoke movement. Excellent overview yet again, Teddy!

[@512bb]

No need to apologize for covering these Teddy, this is an historic brand very worthy of anyones time, thank you.

[@andoletube]

I really enjoy the historical watch stories, Teddy. Happy to see more of them.

[@michaelgoldberg3412]

Teddy, I’m into Indy watches…just bought (and received) the new Formex Reef special edition. Love it. I appreciate having the opportunity to view deep-dives into distinctive products such as the Cricket. Well done. Thank you.

[@dannysimenauer5745]

Teddy you are the best and have used your integrity combined with mid-western charm to carve out your own unique channel on KZbin. I seldom have heard about Vulcain and now want to do more research on getting one for myself! Thank you very much.

[@TeddyBaldassarre]

Thanks for this kind compliment, Danny!

[@deraldum]

If only alarm complication in mechanical watches were popular amongst watch brands today. I believe it's one of the quirkiest complications and rather a useful one too. It would be nice to see a re-released Seiko Bell-matic or any similar mechanical alarm watch with hopefully a more reasonable price tag.

[@marcoantoniomoncada1167]

Yeah, cool and useful complication. Fortunately my F91W can do that :)

[@kylec7924]

Agreed, awesome watch, price is way out of whack though.

[@Haru-O]

I love the Cricket. I first learned about it back in the early nineties. Glad Vulcain is getting resurrected.

[@triumph2013]

This is why TB is the best Horology Channel hands down👊🏾

[@TeddyBaldassarre]

Thanks for the support, Darius. I know this won't be most viewed video but love this watch!

[@dmarti47]

100 percent

[@vaughandurful]

What? You don't like watching Oisin O'Malley get slowly inebriated while chatting about watches? 😂

[@julienfroidevaux1143]

​@@TeddyBaldassarreIt's not always about coin. Be authentic .😊

[@duanephillips2343]

I found your video on Vulcaine's Cricket while looking up this watch. I had never heard of this brand before but my wife and I are watching Hawaii Five-O on dvd. The main character, Steve Mcgarrett, wore some interesting watches on the show. I finally got a good look at one of them by stopping the DVD and it was a Vulcaine. I watch your videos quite a bit but I missed this one a year ago!

[@jhandal311]

Just got my freshly restored vintage piece! Glad to see this ! Makes me decide to 100% keep mine !

[@m3n9111]

The watch looks beautiful but the alarm sounds awful!! Still, hearing it put a huge smile on my face.. I LOVE IT!! Just wish it was slightly cheaper though.. thanks Teddy

[@HRM.H]

Vulcain and Revue Thommen Cricket watches are so undervalued nowadays. Can pick up a clean (neo) vintage example for only a couple hundred bucks.

[@coffeeortea547]

Wait seriously? Like ebay/etsy? Edit: Ahhh, looks like the vintage Vulcains are a fair bit more expensive than the Revue Thommens.

[@jb-hw9if]

Yes, but the Revue Thomen crickets were manufactured with two different movements; initially an A Schilds movement and then the Vulcain based movement. Getting the version with the Vulcain movement for a few hundred dollars or pounds is a great buy. Also, why doesn't Vulcain themselves or any KZbinr that looks at this watch ever mention that Vulcain with the Cricket sponsored the 1954 expedition on K2, the first successful summit of that mountain.

[@dannyg6592]

Superb video, Teddy. The 36mm Cricket looks like a NOS vintage watch from the 1960's. The salmon dial is beautiful.

[@sinjinadams2862]

This is why I love watching your channel, I am always learning something new. I had never heard of this watch. Great video!

[@rickfanning5647]

This is exactly the kind of video that makes you so great at what you do. I have learned so much about so many brands through your videos. So yes, please more like this. Thanks!

[@findingwithterry]

I think that photo is Eisenhower, not Truman. It's confusing because the site Chronopedia has the photo with a caption about Truman being presented with the watch but also says that in 1956 Eisenhower sounded the alarm, leading to the ad slogan "Do as Ike does!" Anyway, that Truman was the first president to wear the watch in 1953 doesn't seem to be in dispute, but I think this photo is Eisenhower.

[@BAF605]

The pic is IKE for sure. Truman wore spectacles in every picture I've seen of him.

[@TeddyBaldassarre]

Yeah, that is confusing to show Eisenhower when discussing that. I'll let the team know and we will make sure to freshen up on our US history for the next one.

[@ajbcohen]

Something worth noting. The brown leather strap on my new one is excellent. Very soft and pliable. Tapered beautifully. Better than my omega globemaster, for example.

[@subhasisbasu4283]

Yes, a great looking watch. Champagne dial makes it unique. ❤

[@luukzemack5808]

I actually own a Vulcain Cricket Calendar. It is my grandfather's old watch. When I got it from him, he made me promise to wear the watch, or at least keep it as a display piece. The case and crystal are quite damaged, but it's still a very beautiful piece. Since a few weeks the watch doesn't run longer than an hour or two after I wind it, so I'll have to bring it in to the watch repair shop in the near future.

[@NitroMike87]

Did you get the watch repaired?

[@JorgeGonzalez-uy4kt]

Honestly, thats what I like about this channel, it talks about watches I didn't even know about

[@aarons.stuffs]

Love this coverage of the Cricket. Further, since vintage styles are in vogue, would love coverage of vintage watches, how to buy, what to consider, repairing, spotting fakes or redials, all that jazz🥂 (or maybe I’ll start doing some videos🤔

[@juanvacca1759]

Keep them coming . I want to see more videos like this. I ordered a Bel Canto after watching your video. Thanks Teddy

[@jayhoge5965]

I got a Cricket when I was in high school in 1968. I owned it for 30 years until it was stolen. I later owned a Vulcain Diver which also had a V-10 movement. It's still in my rotation. In my experience, the V-10 is a remarkably rugged and reliable movement requiring only minimal maintenance. The alarm is very handy for everyday reminders (eg, call me back in an hour). Much simpler to use than a cell phone alarm I was saddened when Vulcain disappeared a few years ago and I;m very please that they're back.

[@jamesminshall4601]

I’ve seen pictures of these for a while and thought they looked cool but watching the way you need to wind the power reserves made me appreciate them even more, watching it through the case back is pretty special. The watch isn’t for me but thanks for sharing this peice.

[@briane1116]

Loved this video, Teddy! Takes me back to the earlier days when your throw down a full review of a weird microbrand. I love the direction the channel has taken, but seeing a left-field piece like the Vulcain be featured was a welcome change 🙌

[@Mr_Hoff]

Love it! Reminds me of my 1940 Titus. Safer than wearing something really valuable today. Great daily or travel watch. Great presentation Ted.

[@kunou4527]

I have two Poljot 2612.1 watches with original parts. One quite visibly aged but also my favorite. Same movement as the AS 1930, which makes them workhorses that could potentially last forever, and you can pretty easily buy more movements to use for spare parts for less than 100 USD if you have the tools and knowledge to service them yourself. They have slightly different dial/hand styles available, but my favorite is the one with both a 12 and 24 hour rule. Minute rules on all of them of course, because if a dial lacks a minute rule I don't care about it.

[@dhruvalbhansali3632]

It is a beautiful movement with great finish, when I first saw it, I thought it won't be under 15k. IMO, truly worth the price

[@1018Frankie]

It’s definitely a very interesting watch with a rich history! I love it and always have it in my mind to add one to my collection one of this days! Very nice video and keep the good work my friend!

[@rehajm]

I’ve serviced/restored several vintage Cricket cal 120- just finished one today so nice timing on the review Teddy! The latest was in a watchmaker’s spares drawer but is running great and I think the loudest Cricket I’ve heard…one thing- the cal 120 has a ‘neutral’ position for the crown where the alarm won’t sound. One push of the pusher gets you there while a second push gets to setting the alarm. My wife’s Cricket from 2022 has it as well. Do the new V10s not have that neutral position?

[@jb-hw9if]

My Revue Thomen Cricket has this neutral, alarm off, position. The movement is the RT80, the successor to the MSR2 that in turn was the successor to the 120 i think. I'd have thought the latest V10 also has it.

[@bjornhoffman7097]

Really like the look of this watch

[@jonasthemovie]

It’s sad that this video would get less view. This is quality content and should tittilate any watch entusiast.

[@bobbyb.1743]

Teddy, fascinating review - can’t thank you enough!! I dug out my grandfather’s Vulcain Crickett (in the drawer for 37 years) which he wore non-stop whether seeing patients in clinic (MD), or out stretching barb-wire on our south Texas land he loved it and it’s stainless-steel case reflects that in the wear. The dial and crystal are unscathed though and because he secured it w/ an expandable speidel watch band I have the original new leather band, case, and paperwork that came with/ it. It’s amazing that he paid $37.50 for it back in 1950’s. It still runs well. Wondering where you would advise I get it serviced? Definitely working it into the rotation. Can’t thank you enough for resurrecting this watch, and a part of him, in my heart and mind😊❤

[@aaronlee1129]

Amazing, this might've made it into my list of grails. Absolutely stunning movement.

[@davidh4838]

it maybe isn't your most viewed video, but i am verry happy you showed me this beautiful and interesting timepiece! Thank you!

[@conorbuckley2214]

The Cricket is at the top of my dream watch list. I love the idea of the mechanical alarm watch. I wish there was a retailer near me where I could try one on. That said I suspect if I try it on, it not coming off!

[@markbobich6335]

Despite the negatives you correctly pointed out (namely the price), I am in love with the design.

[@zelphx]

I rarely get giddy over a watch but this watch is a treasure, finally re-exhumed.

[@mitchmitchell9588]

Really glad you covered this watch. More please!

[@jonathanturner1581]

Definitely want to see more content like this 😊

[@bobmilo2786]

Such a great video. I think you have got me to obsess on a new watch. Very cool. It also has an odd connection in that I share a day with HT. Thanks Teddy

[@scottbeckett4190]

Great job Teddy. Spectacular watch that checks a lot of boxes. I have been lurking vintage copies and their website for years. One day I hope to have one in my collection. Once again your vids are terrific on so many fronts. Thank you.

[@timetowatch_francois]

Thanks for sharing this history of a great looking watch! Love that intricate mechanical movement with that "new-old-stock" look-n-feel (like you said: "it's a knock out!" I have an old skeletonize Vulcain watch given to me by my grand-father and love the fact that this brand has been revived. Great content 😃👍🏼

[@mrmr-vr7vh]

There is the Poljot 2612 Alarm-Movement, and it's dirt cheap. Got a Poljot Buran from the 2000s, and it never got serviced. Still runs with reasonable amplitude/rate and alarm works fine as well. Hope they sometime release a white dial Cricket version. Already got too many black watches.

[@brendandegal9980]

Never heard of this. Love it. This is the type of content I crave! More Hidden gem deep dives please.

[@bardpitt4049]

Talk about class, that salmon color is gorgeous. I saw these when looking at presidents watches. Great looking timepieces. A little pricey I agree but I’d pay that for it over other similarly priced watches.

[@thani7963]

Thank you Teddy, great review as always. I’ve the watch I love the salmon color and the history behind it.

[@nedflanders3769]

It’s definitely a cool watch. The first time I learned about them I went on ebay and found an old one from the 1960’s. I just got it back from being serviced!

[@bobbyb.1743]

Where did you send it for servicing?

[@kieferonline]

Good video here. Really interesting. That design and alarm are very compelling. Im putting this Vulcain on my list! The champagne dial would be a nice addition to my Hamilton Field Khaki.

[@balesjo]

Beautiful watch and I'm happy to see the revival of Vulcain. I have a vintage 1960s Vulcain Meteor III that needs work before its running and wearable again, but it was in an incredible condition (case and dial) and has a very 60s 'Mad Men' look. Fortunately its movement was ETA-based so it should be repairable.

[@astrostl]

Love the video. Love the watch. Really wish there were more simple alarm watches out there!

[@nickjacobs1770]

I have a Vulcain Cricket GMT World Time from the early 2000s interesting watch. Nice to see them back.

[@nuggetnachitas]

I was hoping you never talked about this watch😂 been wanting one forever and now they’ll go up more in price, lol all good nice video 😅

[@grahamwarner8731]

Thanks, Teddy for covering a interesting historic watch. I love the 36mm version.

[@meshaalismail]

I like how he mentioned that this is not a going to be his most viewed video. I was this close 🤏 to not watching it but I gave it a chance and did. What a watch and what a brand!! Super glad I gave it a chance.

[@timgunn3670]

I enjoy these type of video’s reviewing interesting watches I otherwise would not be aware of.

[@porsche911c]

Another great video, Teddy! I have a question, though: Is there a way to specify AM or PM with the alarm? I can't see one. So if you set it for 6:00, is the alarm gonna go off at 6 AM and then again at 6 PM?

[@gamerdaddy8597]

Man, you make some amazing and educational watch world content. 👏

[@rachelades518]

Hallo teddy, absolutely would like to see more Videos of this type. So much history, and beautiful made. I also love the name cricket, with the alarm sounding like one. I will look into these watches for myself. Thank you and love from Switzerland 🇨🇭

[@A_Noid]

Love being woken up by an army of wasps, lol.

[@TeddyBaldassarre]

What good is an alarm if it doesn't wake you up haha.

[@Chameleox]

Yeah, that’ll get you moving😅

[@BAF605]

I was recently able to buy an unmarked " ex display" Cricket with a large discount. Not sure I'd pay the full asking but very happy with my buy.

[@FHskatechannel]

Hi teddy. Been following you for while and I really like your content. I would love to see you bring the swedish luxury watch brand Sjöö Sandström into a video. If you haven’t heard of them I would highly suggest you looking them up. Their most iconic watch is called Chronolink Worldtimer. It’s such a unique piece. If I remember correctly, the watch is presented at the modern art museum in New York. Have a great day!

[@chadwaldrop2378]

Love this watch. Definitely adding this to the collection.

[@zillsburyy1]

nixon had one of these. i got the benrus wrist alarm

[@acasognp]

Its a Great Watch thanks for covering it…. Something different. The salmón dial is very nice but the black its very elegant

[@AlfredoRGuillen]

Are you going to have them for sale in your site? Great review, beautiful watches...

[@Spectrecontrol]

Awesome video, love the historical information. Thank you.

[@ianbrock9430]

Great video Teddy.

[@noelmurphy3450]

Gorgeous watches & thanks for reviewing Teddy 👏👏👏

[@SolomonLFH]

@Teddy - what are your thoughts on the Ginault Silent Service Phase I or II?

[@dhshatzer]

How would one select AM vs PM? Or would an alarm set for noon also go off at midnight?

[@talaltashfeen196]

Teddy, good sir, why don't you have a single review of Carl F Bucherer on your channel? I am quite interested in the 43mm Manero Flyback but without your review, I am stuck on whether it will be a good purchase or not.

[@HaonProductions]

You used to be able to get a 36mm JLC Memovox for an absolute bargain but sadly those are few and far between now. This fills that void perfectly.

[@flippalovell]

Looks beautiful but sounds like a whipper snipper. The classique is such a great design, love the diamond indicator at 12.

[@Terry_McKinney]

6:39 Mechanically how the alarm sound is generated?

[@vincent67239]

*crickets*

[@TeddyBaldassarre]

We could have been better at showing this. After the mainspring that is dedicated to the alarm function is wound the small hammer will go back and forth creating the alarm sound once it makes contact with steel (think similar to a bell at school when class is dismissed). Although it is not moving, you can see it at a resting position at the bottom of the exhibition caseback at 5:18.

[@jaybarthelotte9520]

Beautiful, unique, interesting retro watch. I love the 36 mm with pure copper dial. Imagine it with a blued second hand!

[@dmarti47]

This is cool! Now I want one, lol! Teddy, thanks for sharing this with all us quirky watch fans!

[@gyrfalcon7332]

Gorgeous and fun, not to mention the interesting history!

[@barjisimmuno6310]

Video suggestion, can you do a video about colorful summer watches please?

[@johngoodenough3134]

Always have loved your passion. Keep it going 👍👍

[@richardnedbalek1968]

I love the unique alarm feature of this watch. It’s found only on this watch.

[@Spikito]

What I want to know about the alarm, is if it can differentiate AM/PM, or can the alarm only be set for less than 12 hours away?

[@Jekyll_1138]

Hi, what are the differences between the cricket tradition and the cricket president models ? (Besides the arabic figures)

[@joabmcmicking4882]

I love the cricket! Ok I can’t afford it, but I wish I could. ❤ I think Vulcain’s skin diver looks amazing and is actually at a price I would consider.

[@danieldorton968]

Can you do a deep dive on Christopher Ward. Mainly reputation and quality of the brand. Awesome designs. Affordable price. But are they solid watches and worth the purchase? Perfect beater?

[@pascalp.]

Great watch but for this price range and would go for a Memovox vintage (70ies) Alarm watches are very usefull because you don't need to check your wrist to get the alert !

[@Ati-97]

Video of the new 38mm seiko 5 diver style ? :)

[@marcr9541]

I began collecting Soviet era alarm watches from the late 50s to late 60s about 15 years ago. They were primitive things. Little thought in presentation but still quite beautiful. I have 3 of them. I believe they were called Signal and made by the Poljot brand.

[@ThienNguyen-ez7si]

I think the Citizen 4h Manual 515812 Vintage is a great alternative, if you don't want to spend a fortune on an alarm watch. It looks great too!

[@Lebon996]

Oh yes, vulcain have knocked the ball out of the park here with the cricket, well at least I think so. Yes, very tastefully done indeed. Giving me lovely vibes of having this beauty on my wrist at a dinner party in the 1960 s 70s. Got this one just right.

[@AnonZero0]

*That first photo of a president with a watch showing--was Eisenhower--but you referred to him as Truman.*

[@Rustystyler1]

One time i was wearing a watch and i saw what time it was and i was like oh man its 2:27

[@jb-hw9if]

I really like this watch. Very cool. I wonder why Vulcain never use the 1954 K2 expedition story to advertise this watch.

[@naths4571]

This is great, I would seriously consider one. I would be concerned about the price though.

[@VirginiaHapa]

I’m a sucker for heritage. I have a small collection at this point - Moonwatch and the MG S.A.R. - but if there’s a story 👍