Before You Buy A Daniel Wellington! - 10 Better & Affordable Bauhaus Style Dress Watches $50 to $2k

A few months ago I posted a video sharing my thoughts on what is known or referred to as "fashion" watches. One of the watches discussed was the very simple and minimalist style "Classic" made by Daniel Wellington. After countless emails and comments requesting my suggestions, in today's video I follow up with my top 10 affordable, classy, alternatives that you can buy new today! In my line up, I offer a list of similar minimalist style options from affordable to entry level luxury brands. However, every brand featured has great horological or design significance, and a real heritage you can be proud of. My top ten includes:
Timex Fairfield
Junker Bauhaus Automatic (Or Quartz)
Stowa Antea Classic
Swatch Mono
Nomos Orion
Tissot Everytime 42
Tissot Everytime 38
Hamilton Intra-Matic
Junghans Max Bill
Orient Bambino (Generation 3)
To view my video on fashion watches click here:
• Before You Buy A Danie...
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• The Most Influential &...
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[@radim3335]

ZeGermans are coming for your vallets

[@FurrowedSon]

Too late: the Swiss and the Japanese have already cleaned me out. :/

[@federicotalksdiamonds1717]

Germans!!

[@Jonko]

Ze Chermans

[@epicunderstament867]

Hi, have you checked out the new German microbrand Sternglas Zeitmesser and their Bauhaus Watch, 38mm 20mm lug width, 8mm thickness of case, Sapphire Crystal, you can get them in Swiss Ronda Quartz (no seconds hand) or in a Miyota Automatic (with seconds) movements. At a reasonable price. $€189 for the quartz and €289 for the automatic version. What do you think?

[@MrReachashish]

@@epicunderstament867 loved the site. Thanks for recommendation.

[@svfutbol20]

DW got me into watches, and I sold mine because I got into watches.

[@andreleverettejr3747]

Lmfao

[@bcntsportscards242]

That’s deep dude

[@svfutbol20]

@@bcntsportscards242 Just came from the Omega boutique, how fitting

[@svfutbol20]

@Connor Locklin My original comment was like 4 years ago lmao. But yeah thinking about the new Speedmaster, though the original Planet Ocean also has my eye

[@ediyuwono5601]

@@svfutbol20 how many watches have you owned now? What are they? Please share with us!

[@ServingKant42069]

I almost had zero interest in watches and now here i am at 3 in the morning watching your reviews

[@boogiejeff1]

Oh yes.....I'm there too!

[@AndreUtrecht]

haha ... yes me also at 03:20h July 17th 2019

[@jimbeam4140]

Ha ha. We should have lunch sometime. It's 3:15 AM in Ontario and I'm doing the same.

[@williamoliveira1409]

Me too lmao

[@meroxyersox]

The reason DW has carved out such a niche is that none of these companies have an advertising campaign targeted toward the entry level market. Lots of people that don't wear one would get one if it's simple, has a nice strap (which was more important than the watch itself to me before I bought my first piece) and won't break the bank. The pieces exist but nobody apart from enthusiasts know about it! These people aren't being reached and DW filled the gap. Gets me quite riled up when I think how close I was to buying a DW and how glad I am that I didn't.

[@wcastillo2501]

I almost purchased one myself. I just bought an invicta prodiver as a beater watch instead. at least that has a seiko movement. working on purchasing an Orient Bambino now.

[@TheFecalmonkey]

HighFiveTRex I came very close to buying a MVMT watch as my first piece and I am so glad that I saw some poor reviews that ultimately led me to do some research and learn about horology before I spent my money!

[@HumbertoRamosCosta]

You're 100% correct sir

[@jeffrasp7087]

HighFiveTRex totally agree. Slick advertising and promotions. My wife got a DW. She saw an ad for it.

[@theurbangentry]

Spot on, I basically said the same thing in the previous video about fashion watches (link in the description). I am glad I am not alone in this belief. Excellent comment, Thank you sir, Best regards, TGV

[@BigZebraCom]

"Before" I buy a Daniel Wellington? All the days of my life will always be 'before' I buy a Daniel Wellington.

[@theurbangentry]

Haha, that goes for both of us. Thank you Steve :D Best regards, TGV

[@epicunderstament867]

The Urban Gentry Hi, have you checked out the new German microbrand Sternglas Zeitmesser and their Bauhaus Watch, 38mm 20mm lug width, 8mm thickness of case, Sapphire Crystal, you can get them in Swiss Ronda Quartz (no seconds hand) or in a Miyota Automatic (with seconds) movements. At a reasonable price. $€189 for the quartz and €289 for the automatic version. What do you think?

[@drewqqq]

I bought a DW a few years ago. It was my first watch and it really got me into appreciating and collecting wrist watches. I think the popularity of DW and other "fashion" watches, particularly with younger audiences, should be seen as a net positive for the analogue watch industry in this digital age. And as others in the comments have suggested, it shows the lack of successful marketing by the established watch companies. Importantly, I think watch enthusiast like everyone here should be inclusive and inviting to "fashion" watch buyers and, as TGV as done here, try to show them better alternatives and include them in the hobby. Rather than shunning their purchasing decisions and polarising audiences...

[@angchiyang]

Drew Quinton well said sir

[@kdntjb]

Drew Quinton v

[@orangutancoochie6213]

I think the design of fashion watches and the rising interest in them is fine the problem is your basically getting a shit watch for shit pricing

[@karllev8763]

Your enthusiasm is contagious and these videos are truly inspiring, always leaves me in a good mood after having watched them!

[@theurbangentry]

Thank you Karl, so glad to hear that. Deeply inspired! Best regards, TGV

[@chloejones384]

Pun intended??

[@snazzy]

I've wanted a Max Bill for a while. And you've just caused me to remember that I wanted one. Going to have to pick one up. My wallet hates you. Lol. Great video!

[@QuentinWillemse]

HEY you are HERE !!

[@kadajawi6567]

My main issue with the Max Bill is that they use acrylic lenses. Sapphire glass is a must IMHO, can't be bothered with scratches.

[@epicunderstament867]

Hi, have you checked out the new German microbrand Sternglas Zeitmesser and their Bauhaus Watch, 38mm 20mm lug width, 8mm thickness of case, Sapphire Crystal, you can get them in Swiss Ronda Quartz (no seconds hand) or in a Miyota Automatic (with seconds) movements. At a reasonable price. $€189 for the quartz and €289 for the automatic version. What do you think?

[@marcdg5684]

I have a Max Bill automatic since 2012 and I wear it almost every day. No problem with the acrylic lense, and if you do a little scratch the acrylic is easy to polish. Saphir would be more expensive, and I think they do the lense in acrycil because of the particular shape of it ( just look for a side picture of this watch ). It's a great watch, and the ETA 2824-2 works perfectly. Sorry for my bad english

[@fireflame608]

Snazzy Labs Is there anywhere you’re not at? You’re literally everywhere x-x. Love your vids btw!

[@gankz7106]

My friend bought a DW not a long time ago, and i kept telling him it was a waste of money and the components are cheap and all that. I showed him the Tissot everytime which was much better quiality AND cheaper.. He litterally said he wanted the DW because there was DW on the dial and it was cooler to say "i have a daniel wellington" instead of "i have a tissot"

[@elzafir]

You need to reconsider your choice of friends.

[@tranthaison5982]

DW is truly more well known than Tissot among people who know nothing about watches. But that’s not their fault, just DW is better at branding.

[@abhilashabora7043]

WHAT?

[@bryanguest2807]

At some point you have to learn to just walk away from people and stop wasting brain energy.

[@harryj_987]

I got a tissot in absolute mint condition on eBay for £30, so pleased with it so versatile looks great on so many straps! Great price for a brand with so much heritage.

[@SGM805]

Glad you included the Nomos , I very much like the Orion with blue hands & gold indices & most definitely 35mm with exhibition back

[@theurbangentry]

It would be a crime not to! ;-) Thank you Steve, very much appreciated. Best regards, TGV

[@Corndog4382]

I can't even imagine the garbage I would have bought by this point if I hadn't found your channel a couple years ago. Can't thank you enough.

[@ksjdhg]

I found this channel just in time as well. I had only bought one watch, but it was a Seiko, so all good :)

[@coeuznatas]

Same here, I had bought a Longines Conquest Chrono before starting watching these videos. Now I own a Tissot, a Christopher Ward and just got an Orient Ray Raven II last week. Inspiration everywhere!

[@WatchTimePlus]

Something tells me you will not be getting a call from DW for an endorsement deal anytime soon. :)

[@Hauntolo-G]

A friend of mine had a Daniel Wellington and I thought it looked pretty nice and like how thin it was. Then I went to a watch store and put on a Tissot Everytime and was just blown away by how much more beautiful it was in comparison for less than the price of the DW. If you're looking for a Daniel Wellington but want a much better looking watch for cheaper...uh, get a Tissot.

[@wakegary]

Intro music is killer. You managed to talk me out of the purchase of a MVMT watch. Now, I'm eyeing Seiko and Orient. Good save, brother.

[@theurbangentry]

Thank you Ryan, very kind and happy hunting. Best regards, TGV

[@connorchristian5995]

My favorite if your intros and once again a fantastic video. I'm 22 and a few years ago got into Timepieces and a little over a year and a half ago I found your channel and it has been inspiring and awesome being a young guy wanting to get his friends into horology and buying quality watches.

[@theurbangentry]

Thank you Connor, very much appreciated. It always pleases me greatly to hear chaps of your age getting into it. I only wish I was like that at your age. Best regards, TGV

[@Belle-fk2wn]

Initially I wanted to buy DW...but because of your last video, I ended up buying Tissot ladies watch instead, for my first watch collection..and can never look at fashion watch the same way again. So weird, DW feels like a turn off now, haha.

[@aaronbueno1653]

Belle 6695 just buy gshock

[@generalpatton272]

The max bill was my favorite. Great episode. I love how the quality of the picture is always so well in your videos.

[@theurbangentry]

You have great taste my friend. Thank you Matt, Best regards, TGV

[@jimmym5262]

wow, as a watch noob just looked up the entry tissot watches and they look awesome! Swiss made and for such a reasonable price. Thats my next watch brand to get for sure.

[@theurbangentry]

They were one of my first Swiss watches too so I can't recommend them enough. They really opened my eyes to the wonders of Swiss watches and in turn, I hope it does the same for others. Thank you, Best regards, TGV

[@Oozywolf]

I was so close to getting a PRS watch. The white with the red seconds hand. Such a lovely watch. Got an Orient Mako USA II instead. Quite a bit cheaper haha. Very happy with my purchase, but do hope to own a Tissot soon.

[@jimmym5262]

Oozywolf the mako is nice, got a bambino with the blue hands and cream dial myself. Just ordered a vintage tissot the other day. Looks real nice.

[@jimmym5262]

The Urban Gentry got a good deal on a tissot yesterday. A t870/970 vintage. Needs a new band but that's it and that's easy to replace. I guess they Maude them about 20 years ago. But I think it looks real sharp.

[@ericwu995]

Didnt know anything about watches and almost bought a DW because I ran into a lot of people wearing it. Thank god I did my research and saw this video! Got myself a Orient Bambino recently thanks to you!

[@tjarsun]

If money is not an issue: A. Lange Saxonia thin 37mm. I'm in love with it

[@theurbangentry]

OMG hell yes, a very classy choice Tomas, Thank you, Best regards, TGV

[@Lycosa]

Money definitely isnt an issue at that point ;)

[@valebliz]

I doubt DW and Lange share a customer base...

[@konliner9286]

Ya dont say...

[@Lewissssss]

valebliz best comment I've seen recently

[@tayyabpirzada146]

If you like the sunburst silver Hamilton Intra-Matic but want something slightly different with a seconds hand, check out Tisell 9015-A Antique. "Dark silver" sunburst dial with heat-treated blue hands and a second hand, as well as a symmetrical circle date window at 6 oclock. Features domed sapphire glass, exhibition caseback, and the premium Miyota 9015 movement. And only for 195 USD. I have one and love it. And apparently the owner of the company (Tisell - a South Korean watchmaker) personally regulates each watch before shipping them out.

[@theurbangentry]

Excellent suggestion, Thank you Tayyab, Best regards, TGV

[@SunsetSheen]

Tayyab Pirzada have been seriously considering purchasing the Antique. It looks awesome and the amount of quality you get for such a low price almost seems too good to be true. I’m just torn between buying the Antique or the Bauhaus. Any suggestions? And how are you still liking the Antique?

[@MpSSpeaker]

the old (and some of the new) version of the Longines Flagship is a very beautiful and minimalistic alternativ with style to this DW it think, I am after one for my own

[@theurbangentry]

YESSSSSS!!! Genius. I still need to try one. Nice one, thank you, Best regards, TGV

[@faizalf119]

I did some research and they are absolutely stunning! Thanks for shedding this info for me.

[@tim2468]

Top quality commentary. Fast moving. It's the best show of its kind anywhere. Thanks again for what you do.

[@theurbangentry]

Thank you Tim, deeply honoured. Best regards, TGV

[@SimoALLstarr96]

The Hamilton intra-matric is stunning! I finally found what i was looking for.... omg i'm completely in love with that watch.

[@robcamp9260]

Same, the Antea was the first that caught my eye like that, but the Intra-matic with that silver sunburst dial... damn.

[@limsojiwin1425]

I've got the timex fairfield last week, and bought several nato strap, currently stuck with white dial and black strap. it looks and feels really great. love the indiglo light.

[@KingKsEDC]

Fantastic watch.

[@antoniopacheco48]

Not related but knowing you are a fan, I highly recommend you watch Dunkirk if you haven't done it already. I am sure you will enjoy it very much. Cheers, and keep up the excellent work.

[@tunokies]

António Pacheco Yes just seen it myself. With what looks like a 40's Omega as a minor plot device used by Tom Hardy's character

[@MrNugget19971]

That watch he is wearing is an Omega Weems. If I am not wrong, it was specially made for the RAF!

[@rockyescape8989]

I'm convinced Nolan is a big fan of watches haha

[@Oozywolf]

I was going to say the same thing. He'd definitely like that movie. Pretty great movie. Not sure if worthy of all the 10/10 scores and whatnot, but definitely worth going to the theater to see. I still prefer Interstellar - Pilot Day Date is my next watch.

[@nglky]

Knowing nothing about watches and planning to get one, i'm astonished by this enthusiasm and expertise on the range of watches, which are relevant to (kind of?) minimalist watches that I am trying to find other than DW- although i'm finding for a woman's watch. Great video here!

[@samibanez8502]

I just bought a brathwait for myself instead of a DW (because I knew they weren't good but wasn't sure where to go). I did some research online and stumbled on your channel. I'm absolutely hooked on your passion and details!

[@cybr600]

Dear TGV, I have started to love watches more than ever since I came across your videos. I wish the environment I am living in had more people like you to chat with but unfortunately it doesn't. Thank you for making these videos and keep up the goid work.

[@drewski5150]

More of these, please, TGV. The watch community is very diver-heavy. More dress watches, please! 🙂

[@theurbangentry]

Thank you, I will certainly consider it. Best regards, TGV

[@50025600]

Awesome video as always! Thank you. To sum up-- 10. Timex 9. Junkers 8. Stowa 7. Swatch 6. Nomos 5. Tissot 4. Tissot 3. Hamilton 2. Junghans 1. Orient

[@lisbetsoda4874]

Thank you

[@Tricia_JoElle]

Thank you! I almost bought a Daniel Wellington because I just love the style! Then I saw a post on THEIR fb page with your video. Felt like I was shaken back into reality! After watching your video's, I thought, "wait, I've had TIMEX all my life.. from my Cinderella watch with pink band (yes, Cinderella was on the face!) at 5 yrs old (1964) and onward." Ten years of daily wearing for some! So, schlepped on over to Timex site... WOW! "Times have changed!", no pun intended. Gorgeous! And so affordable, I just bought two... probably will end up with three. Piece of mind is priceless! Thanks again for the reality check through your video's and all of your diligent research, clear and concise explanations, histories, and generosity in sharing it! You saved me potential aggravation with purchasing "dependable" not "trendy". I bow to you, Sir!

[@thestig007]

Friends don't let friends buy fashion watches! Don't let people get scammed by fashion companies. Buy quality watches!

[@theurbangentry]

Very good point, thankfully most of my friends are like minded. A long time no hear, I hope you are well Thank you, Best regards, TGV

[@thestig007]

I'm doing well, I've just been very busy! I was glad to see that you're still making KZbin videos at full steam ahead!

[@bradayers1563]

My friends talk about nice watches being Micheal kors and sekonda as well as Dw and I just sit there in dismay 😂 however I'm only 17 and a huge horological fanatic so they just think I'm being a snob ; even though I have cheaper seikos pieces which are around 300 pounds when they pay that for their fashion watches I just prefer quality

[@faizalf119]

Good thing about watches is that they are more about personal satisfaction rather than showing off to other people.

[@lewisprice-nutman6974]

KingMamoswineBD completely agree, I’m 15 and I get that too

[@simonthewatchguy6073]

Sekonda make some nice watches to be fair

[@Urmel331]

Im 15, got the same problem, can you believe, there are folks out there, thinking, that tommy hilfiger watches are good...

[@user-et8vm9cc3t]

@@lewisprice-nutman6974 I got into watches at 16. My first mechanical was a Vostok Komandirskie that I broke, my first auto was a Seiko 5 that died 3 years later for some reason. I get you.

[@Heartskippedchannel]

I recently bought the Tissot 38mm and I am very happy with it. Thanks for recommending these, more people should try and investigate before they buy a watch.

[@theurbangentry]

So glad to hear, enjoy it my friend. Thank you for sharing that, it greatly motivates me. Best regards, TGV

[@matyasmisetics7312]

You are the most likeable youtube-watch-guy character. Also, I like where you stand when it comes to palette of watches you are considering. No snobbery, but respecting horological culture.

[@theurbangentry]

Thank you so much :D Very much appreciated. Best regards, TGV

[@nilsleucht2494]

I love your videos man. But they support my watch Addiction xD.

[@theurbangentry]

Haha, thank you Nils, embrace the sickness my friend, it's the only way! Besides, life it too short :D Best regards, TGV

[@GarrySkipPerkins]

The Hamilton Intramatic with a silver star dial is a great watch, especially for the money. Zenith does a similar watch, for 15 times the price. I also just bought the gray dial version of the new Bauhaus dial Orient Bambino.

[@theurbangentry]

Excellent comment Garry, enjoy the Bambino, you jammy bugger! ;-) Thank you sir, Best regards, TGV

[@liamr2664]

Another great video! You are the reason I'm getting into horology! I admire how passionate you are! Keep up the amazing work!

[@theurbangentry]

Thank you, very much appreciated, I certainly will try. Best regards, TGV

[@triples4good]

I must say this is a most enjoyable video. It's so true, there are such a vast array of true timepieces with true horological significance as opposed to fashion watches. One of the things I really enjoy and appreciate is that you always find value in all price points and don't look down on less expensive offerings and give honest assessments of all the watches you review. Very mush appreciated and respected.

[@getoffmylawn8986]

You have me looking at Junghans now. Dammit, Man!

[@theurbangentry]

LOL, enjoy it Rick, a classy choice my friend, very classy indeed! Thank you sir! Best regards, TGV

[@wcastillo2501]

Same here friend, but I can't afford it so I'll start with the Orient!

[@Oozywolf]

TGV is like our drug dealer. Always getting us hooked and making us want our fix.

[@user-xg6zz8qs3q]

So you want to buy an affordable ($80) watch from Daniel Wellington, and you end up buying a $1000 watch from Junghans. Thanks TGV!

[@wcastillo2501]

Bought a chinese no brand watch the same style for $8 just to see the quality between an $8 no brand and the $80 DW. Same quality case and movement, same quality strap, same face, same crystal at 1/8 of the price. DW's are hilariously overpriced. I wear it to my part time job since I work late shifts and pass by some shady areas on the way home from work.

[@Jonbombs]

Can't help but both admire DW for their success and be slightly infuriated at the better (and larger) brands for their lack of initiative and market savvy.

[@SunsetSheen]

Jonbombs so true. Seiko and Citizen left a golden opportunity on the table which DW and MVMT snatched up

[@vincewhite5087]

I am new to horology but learning so much from this station. Making it my new hobby, but will do it on the cheap.

[@the.Aruarian]

..damn it, TGV. Your mention of the Junkers got me to casually check eBay. Bauhaus for a ridiculously low price. Auction ended at 4 AM, stayed awake all night. Bailed out as the final price was €20 less than new. Cried myself to sleep, woke up to find that I had bid on and won auctions for a Citizen Nighthawk, a Dugena Premium Dessau (Bauhaus-style chronograph) which was probably to ease my loss, and a vintage Sekunda De Luxe handwind for a friend. Total costs would've covered a new Junkers 6088-5 Bauhaus... But at least I'm getting two new styles instead of one to add to the collection.

[@debrishichoudhury7916]

The Vacheron Constantin Patrimony would be another great alternative to the DW.

[@KingKsEDC]

😂😂😂

[@SenerS10]

That Date-SubSeconds Nomos. It is perfection.

[@mikeoutdoors8724]

Accurist Clerkenwell 1946... In that 50- 75 dollar range. Miyota quartz movt .... Accurist has history with Greenwich Mean Time and the Millennium GMT clock they built for Y2K . I bought both the black and starburst silver dial....Id make you proud . Both were stock on nato straps :) I dont watch TV... You are one of my favorite channels.

[@estelle_3889]

Hello, I am a college student who owns a dw watch. Long story short, I always wanted a watch and with knowing nothing, absolutely nothing, about watches, i thought dw was a good start in getting into collecting watches plus it had the style I wanted. I knew about swiss watches are great, but that was it. The only thing i knew was that they are expensive for me. But then I stumbled upon this video somehow and enjoyed every bit of it. If it is okay with you, I would like introductory videos like watch 101 lol. I really want to get to know about the industry and want to know what "heritage" is worth as you say that certain brand have heritage and such. I am now looking for my second pair and I am prob gonna get it either from timex, junker, or stowa. but anyways I would love to get more insight in the industry :)

[@elzafir]

A company with "heritage" are companies that have history in the watch making industries, like the first mechanical watch, the first automatic watch, the first tourbillon, the first quartz, the first kinetic, the first date complications, the first dive watch, the first watch in outer space, the first watch on the moon, etc. It is better to buy entry-level watches from companies with heritage to support them, and have a piece of history on your wrists. Watch companies that make their own movements in-house are also considered special. The most affordable brands in this categories are Seiko, Orient, and Citizen. In contrast, Daniel Wellington is a company founded in 2011 by a Swedish businessman and named after a mythical man named "Daniel Wellington" he supposedly met in either England, Hong Kong, or Australia. DW also don't actually make any watches, they simply outsource everything to Chinese factories. People have opened DW watches and found a $5 Miyota 1L22 quartz movement inside it. Miyota is by no means a bad movement manufacturer, their higher end mechanical movements are used by Timex, Bernhardt, Camel, Citizen, Dugena, Festina, Jacques Lemans, Kyboe, Invicta, Lip, Laco, Sternglas and Perseo. But $200 for a cheap quartz watch when you can buy an AUTOMATIC with better materials (sapphire glass, better water resistant, exhibition case back, open heart, etc) for LESS from respectable companies like Tissot, Orient, Timex, Seiko, or even Invicta? Come on. Not all companies that are considered high-watchmaking have heritage, though. The Greubel Forsey is a company started in 2004, but the make one of the most complicated and seemingly impossible watches to produce by HAND. They employ 100 people to make only 100 watches per year. The design phase to create these watches could take more than 5 years. Their flagship Greubel Forsey Quadruple Tourbillon costs $815,000 a piece. Robert Downey Jr. wore a cheaper GF to the Infinity War premiere, the Greubel Forsey GMT, which costs around $500,000. That said, the gullibleness of today's younger generations is mind boggling. Marketing has convinced them to fork $200 for an outsourced, China mass-produced, cheaply made watch commissioned by a company with a fictitious history, and they are PROUD to have it. *sigh*...humans.

[@azeael8429]

Tengku Elzafir Habsjah what an age we are living in. Stupid kids burning their money or their parents money on cheap “Hype” fashion items just to get that name on their products. One kid even tell me that a 600$ italian made items is worse than a thousands Chinese cheaply made from fashion brand. Nowadays, companies can just have 95% of their budget to marketing and profit on the ignorance of people.

[@jfoz7602]

@@elzafir I really appreciated your in depth detailed reply to this you tubers comment. Full of information and so so true. 👏

[@aleone5685]

I actually worry sometimes that someone will mistake my Nomos for a DW. Is that weird?

[@theurbangentry]

LOL, I never thought about that, very interesting point. I guess that's their problem right?! At leat you know your Nomos is absolute class ;-) Thank you, Best regards, TGV

[@tunokies]

A Leone 🤣 That's a nice 1st world problem to have. Just point them to the Gentry channel.

[@aleone5685]

The Urban Gentry and Tunokies, thanks for your responses. I do enjoy the Nomos every time I glance at it for the time, and I guess that's what matters.

[@brazenlinx]

I´m usually wearing Rolex, Panerai, Tag Heuer, Jaeger etc.! But it´s so much fun to watch your videos! Thanks a lot!

[@leoisforevercool]

Thank you so much for this video! I was about to pull the trigger on a DW and I have to admit as a German watch enthusiast; I’m ashamed not to have known of Max Bill watches before seeing this! I also especially like the fact that you are very down to earth and not at all pretentious like a lot of horology nerds out there tend to be. (Subscribed!)

[@mikebowers5909]

Considering the regard with which Timex, Swatch and some of the other quartz pieces are given I can't help but wonder if someday after we are all gone to dust.....that DW may be considered a brand with horological heritage? Shiver......

[@InccubusPWI]

Mike Bowers lmao

[@RhezaMaulana]

DW is highly popular in my country, you can see almost everyone wearing one. sure they're nice looking, specially with variety of strap options and it made the younger generation start to wear watches more in a way.. but yeah they're a bit too overpriced in my opinion, even starting to be perceived with prestigious value. which doesn't make sense, because to me DW supposed to be something that is accessible or for someone who want to look good without throwing too much money. kinda shame people need to spend 200 bucks + for a asian quarts movement minimalist dress watch.

[@Raditram]

Rheza Maulana hugely driven by social media and influencers. I don't know much about watches but because I'm the kind of guy that is always like to fiddle around and look at things, i was never able to find anything credible about dw, and I found out about these fashion watch hype bs, and now I know which brands to avoid.

[@8zzzzzd79]

Where do you live? Indonesia? Malaysia?

[@mackenzieowens161]

Huh never knew anything about watches, one year ago my girlfriend saw the dw watches everywhere and thought it looked really nice, she bought one and is super happy about it. I have to keep this video a secret. Maybe I will buy one of these recommendations for her this year, they are so affordable while being classic and the real deal it's crazy.

[@nevahenuf]

Great suggestions. I'd also recommend also Q&Q /Falcon on the budget end. It's a Citizen sub-brand that seems to be mostly for the Japanese market. They have very affordable offerings that compete with the Timex/Pulsar/Casio/Swatch look. Sometimes they have features and sizes that make them more desirable than those offerings.

[@a000ab]

Nice choices. But, I have a critique; alternatives for a watch (DW in this case) should be in the same price range.

[@TSchmoog]

Can you do a video on affordable vintage pieces that can be found on eBay etc?

[@theurbangentry]

Absolutely, today I focused on buying new, but I may have to do a second video on vintage options, great idea. Thank you, Best regards, TGV

[@TSchmoog]

Fantastic! Looking forward to it. I completely fell in love with the vintage omega you showed in your other DW video.

[@HometownBro]

I second this, I've only ever considered purchasing new watches but there's the whole world of watch trading and reselling that I haven't explored yet!

[@sgtmich]

Thanks to you Sir, I've just bought a diver. My first real mechanical watch. I cant explain how great this feels! Many thanks from Amsterdam Sir!

[@Long-nd8bq]

The Timex Fairfield is a sharp watch and very affordable. The indiglo feature makes it very easy to read in the dark. I wish it had a date window, but it's a nice minimalist watch. I like the Fairfield Chronograph but it almost makes the watch too complicated looking. I will probably get a Fairfield soon. I also LOVE the Tissot. It's a quality swiss timepiece at an affordable price. I like to see people wearing watches and even if they have a DW watch, they maybe just didn't know any better. Sometimes striking up a conversation with a co-worker about their watch can actually be an opportunity to teach recommend other brands for them to look at and talk about horological history. Just don't come off as a snob or degrading them. I like seeing people wear watches vs. checking a smart phone for the time.

[@007cheburashka]

There is a DW store near my place of work. I had never heard of them, but saw the display in the window and decided to stop in. Looked at a couple pieces, saw they were all Chinese made quartz, then saw the price... was like "wtf??" The lady in the shop tried to tell me some story of the brand and that DW worked as a Swiss watch maker before starting his brand.. wtf?? Would rather go Timex all day long if I want a cheap Chinese quartz!

[@crossroads670]

Omg lmao. There is no DW either it’s a made up name. Company founded by Filip Tysander.

[@MrPeterparker1471]

am i the only boyfriend who died little bit inside when the girlfriend asked for birthday a dw ?

[@Spartan2228]

It’s time you educated her on this subject lol

[@creaturedanaaaaa]

I'd get her a proper watch and see the reaction lol

[@elzafir]

Dump her.

[@lukewilson5846]

What did you end up getting her out of curiosity?

[@oliverbehegan]

Nope. My Mrs loves them, but it breaks my heart...

[@twenty514]

One thing I love about my DW is how thin it is. It fits perfectly under my shirt cuff. I love these recommendations (Junghans and Nomos especially) and will research to see which one is the thinnest.

[@lrvogt1257]

Just got a Junghans Max Bill yesterday. Just markers, no numbers. Put it on a sage green suede band. Very nice.

[@RondelayAOK]

I love the Hamilton.

[@theurbangentry]

;-) Thank you Rondy, Best regards, TGV

[@Triekki]

I got a Tissot 38mm on a nato instead of the DW and people notice it all the time.

[@theurbangentry]

OUTSTANDING! Wear it with pride my friend, thank you for sharing that. Best regards, TGV

[@Triekki]

Thank you for your videos! I discovered them a month or so ago and have been binge watching. I got into watches about 2 years ago when my gf got me a fashion type Bulova for Christmas. I'm now hooked and recently got a 1950 Omega automatic cal 351 with a beautiful patina dial after seeing your vintage Omega. Never thought I could own an Omega for slightly more than most people pay for a DW!

[@Oozywolf]

Ayyy wearing my Bulova now lol. First watch I got. Beautiful rose gold watch. Wish it was automatic but the aesthetics are just too good. Now I'm up to nearly 10 :O....

[@musaddam]

My personal favorite are tissot everytime and orient bambino v3, they are absolutely gorgeous 😀

[@abeambo123]

What amazed me more than the watches presented was your enthusiasm throughout. Great video sir :)

[@nathanstickler8130]

Greetings from Seattle, Washington! I'm in need of expertise and guidance. I've only began watching your channel several weeks ago and love your content. I want to start owning watches however, I'm a left handed individual. It's very difficult for me to find great affordable watches for myself. By any chance can you or anyone reading this recommend or help me to find some watches for an individual myself between the $50-$150 price range? Should I just wear the right handed watch on my left hand, backwards on my right hand, or are there any alternatives? Any help would be much appreciated. Cheers!

[@tunokies]

Nathan Stickler Most favour the less dominant hand, just because you're less likely to damage the watch. Crown on the right but there are a few exceptions with crowns on the left, however with any watch you should always take it off the wrist before using the crown, so it doesn't really matter. Have fun.

[@nathanstickler8130]

Thank you I appreciate it!

[@EddyWoon]

Nathan Stickler A left handed watch (with its crown at 8) that comes to mind (but is a little over the $150 range) is Citizen NY0040. For something that has the flexibility to go left or right handed is the JLC Reverso Duoface but its price bracket requires commitment and serious considerations.

[@TheSebas275]

What about a Seiko 5 with its crown at 4? Great automatic watches for a good price.

[@Oozywolf]

Left handed person here! I just wear normal watches on my right wrist. I now wear my fitbit on my left wrist. It works out pretty well. I've never been bothered by the crown on the other side, in fact I wear my watches close to my hand and I think that the crown would dig in a little if it was the other way around. But as tunokies said, you're never supposed to set the watch while wearing it anyways. I think you might be fine winding it since the stem isn't out, but setting it can lead to a bent crown stem. Not the end of the world (pretty cheap fix - watch brands know this is a weak spot for watches), but best avoided.

[@WilliamFeeney28]

I don’t understand why people buy DW. The amount of people I see with them is incredible. I also once saw a guy wearing one with a hand that had come off!

[@theurbangentry]

Me too, they seem to be everywhere! Hopefully this video can help. Thank you, Best regards, TGV

[@jasonbarbour38]

Seiko transocean

[@faizalf119]

For them watch is about fashion statement. So they don't even care for the time telling that much.

[@tunokies]

Yes, a new video. Just came back from watching Dunkirk. There is a watch as a plot device, worn by Tom Hardy's character. Absolutely relentless film, came out feeling knackered and in awe for what these 'kids' had to go through.

[@wysiwyg2489]

Your screen saver with the art pieces rocks!!!!! Vermeer, Kandinsky and Picasso specially

[@SgtZebra1]

I stumbled across your channel a while ago and am starting to get interested in watches. I want to purchase my first proper watch but am in a bit of a predicament. I fell in love with the Citizen NH8360 with the blue dial, but I'm concerned the 41mm case is too big for my tiny wrists. I've always had trouble finding nice watches that fit me, and for that reason I'm currently wearing a 36mm "unisex" Daniel Wellington. Do you have any recommendations for a smaller, but similar looking blue dialed watch to the NH8360 under $200?

[@theurbangentry]

I would strongly consider a Seiko 5, most of them are 36mm and a ton of designs to choose from under $200. Happy hunting and thank you the support. Best regards, TGV

[@SgtZebra1]

Thank you! I didn't realize the Seiko 5 had so many options!

[@leebotticelli9832]

what do you think about avi-8 watchs tgv?

[@Judge_RR]

TGV, I made the very, very unfortunate mistake of buying a DW. Luckily, all it took was a few of your videos to slap me back to my senses and gift that watch to my mother. She is happy, and so am I. Now, onto the Seiko bandwagon:)

[@abhikes4463]

before getting to know more about dress watches, I wanted to buy one of those DW, some how never got to it. Preferred Seiko, Casio & HMT. TGV sir thanks for saving me.

[@shelleyinthecity]

Along with DW, please don't buy MVMT, The Fifth, or Original Grain. It eats me up whenever I see these fashion videos being sponsored by these companies and touting to no end these awful watches that they are getting paid to promote.

[@TheFecalmonkey]

shelleyinthecity original grain is at least trying to be unique but I'm sure the quality is similar to all the others

[@Urmel331]

Or Diesel, Tommy Hilfiger and so on.

[@KingKsEDC]

You seen that Vincero ad where they say all those brands like Rolex havent changed anything in years and overpriced so buy a Vincero. 😂😂😂

[@n.h187]

106 Daniel wellington owners disliked this video😂😂

[@Quicksilver_Cookie]

8:16 this particular combination of colours is just so beautiful. This deep luscious green, and slightly pale but well defined gold. You can always spot intelligent and artful minimalism. As opposed to lazy "let's just not put anything on the face" approach. It's all in tiny details, that make all the difference.

[@stevevanderhorst5234]

My wife bought me a Timex, quartz watch for $39.00, and it's one of the best I've owned. Case: Stainless steel - Silver. Dial: Black sunburst\w silver numbers ( with smaller24 hour) markers in front and silver hands of course. No date window. Water resistance: 30m.

[@thissmithymanga7119]

i want a cheap automatic watch to use on a daily basis would you reccomend the sub 100 pounds seiko 5's

[@theurbangentry]

You could not find a better option, spot on! Thank you, Best regards, TGV

[@tunokies]

Thissmithy Manga Lots of Seiko 5's to choose from.😀

[@TheFecalmonkey]

Thissmithy Manga snk809 was my first watch and a great pick when you put a new strap on it! I've received a surprising amount of compliments on it in the past

[@ragaetsenna2852]

Thissmithy Manga SNZG15

[@richardt6675]

I cannot stand fashion watches of all kinds, including Swatch, but, hey, that's me. I cannot see the difference between DW, Timex and Swatch other than heritage and, in some cases, price. Otherwise, I cannot agree with glorifying one of these low end quartz pieces over another. There may be micro differences, but they're mostly all of questionable quality with a "disposable" quartz movement inside. It is hard for me to see any real material differences. Now, as to other affordable Bauhaus dress watches you review that have mechanical and, in some cases, in house movements, and even the vintage mechanical versions of Timex and other then-less-expensive pieces, those are entirely different stories that I can appreciate and agree with you over and above any fashion watches. I'm not a quartz snob, but without, at least, build quality, e.g. Breitling Superocean quartz, Rolex rare quartz, Seiko quartz and other comparably well-built pieces, these quartz pieces are at the poor quality end of the entire watch spectrum. Consequently, I would stick with the comparison of even more expensive pieces that you did contrast that were well-worth their premiums.

[@theurbangentry]

Thank you, interesting perspective. If I lent you my 1968 Timex it might make you think otherwise. After all, I can't see DW making instruments for the boom of the U.S. missilery R&D program in the late 1950s. Timex manufactured various mechanical components for the missiles, including fuzes, gyros, accelerometers, guidance sub-sistems, and various other miniature and sub-miniature precision items ;-) This is just one example of this amazing history, for me it matters greatly. Best regards, TGV

[@richardt6675]

I agree TGV. Isn't your '68 Timex a mechanical? If so, that supports my position. Had it been a quartz and in today's standards at a low price-point, I feel it would have mattered little if it was a Timex or a DW. Is there a quality difference, probably, but does it register much on the meter, probably not. Again, this is in contrast to your '68 mechanical Timex when it's build quality would have been better and having a mechanical from '68 still ticking ends the debate. :)

[@Freeroler]

There's an important difference: DW charges at least $200 for their watches, Timex Fairfield retails for around $60. I guess, just the fact of how overpriced they are drives people crazy. In that case, Timex is a honest brand that does not try to make a better impression or claim that they 'disrupt the industry'.

[@Jonbombs]

Sorry Richard but there's some heavy quartz snobbery here.

[@johnfrank2231]

Richard T I agree on some of your points but i think it takes a snob to completely dismiss all quartz watches just because they are not mechanical. For me personally, it's all about taking things for what they are. You will be amazed by how much fun it is collecting fun inexpensive quartz watches simply for the love of watches and collecting. Of course mechanical are great as i have many myself, but one should not hold them on a pedestal as the only respectable choice.

[@Musiken]

After months of searching for an automatic watch with sapphire glass for

[@xenop2572]

Congratulations for your reviews,they really help me very much and congratulations for the wallpaper on your screen on the 17.07!!!!!🇬🇷🇬🇷🇬🇷

[@kongmw]

2 dislikes from DW fanboys

[@theurbangentry]

Its actually helps promote the video as google considers it equal interaction as a "like" so, win win :D Onwards and upwards! Thank you, Best regards, TGV

[@EmpireOvChaos]

Your attitude is the absolute best! Love it!

[@manindersingh6343]

The Urban Gentry is fossil nate chronograph any better or is it like any other fashion watch??

[@100yugiohtrader]

Daniel Wellington better than rolex and patek phillipe. Haters will say im talking rubbish lol. (This is a joke btw before any idiots who can't take jokes get offended)

[@R4zAI3am]

Yu-Gi-Oh Duelist idiot, ice watch is clearly the best out there.

[@voiceofexperience]

Yu-Gi-Oh Duelist MK beats all for quality, history and style.

[@svfutbol20]

That's not a joke, you're just being facetious to trigger people

[@tanbravean]

@@BenKangGames Not even kidding, there wouldn't be much difference between a DW and its knockoff, they'd have the same build quality, knockoff might even end up being the better watch if they decide to use a slightly more expensive movement than the 8$ movement japanese movement DW uses

[@geoff650r]

I love my Tissot! Got it gray market on Amazon and put a brown colareb strap on it and it's just wonderful to wear.

[@VictorATSari]

Just discovered this channel and I absolutely love it ; The alternatives are perfect and you propose good solutions for people wanting to follow an overpriced trend. I also like your opened mind, not “fanboying” on certain brands and valuing cheaper brands that offer great quality for a small price tag. Best regards from Germany!

[@Willzforcebaby]

First or second

[@theurbangentry]

Hooray :D Thank you, Best regards, TGV

[@llgselement]

Vegeta is always second

[@equaliser2265]

The Urban Gentry The Pontif is taking the piss out of you.

[@Mukhd00m]

The Fifth

[@TheRainemt]

200,000 views is not even nearly viral.........

[@timgraley2198]

When I was looking for a Bauhaus style, there was only one that stood out among the others... Junkers with cream dial, and mine happens to have the Selitta SW200. An absolutely gorgeous timepiece that clicks all the boxes and puts a smile to my face when I strap it on the wrist.

[@theurbangentry]

Very glad to hear, great choice my friend, if it makes you smile, that is what it is all about!! Enjoy it my and thank you Time Best regards, TGV

[@morbideddie]

I'm the same, was after a Max Bill and ended up falling for the junkers. I love the combo of numerals for the minutes and the stick markers for the hours, the cream dial is gorgeous and by god the dome on the sapphire. The logo took some warming too has gone from a blemish to an interesting feature and focal point.

[@justinwacker4373]

I'm just looking at this point, but while I love the style of Max Bill I can't get over the fact its $500-1000 and has a plexiglass top and its water resistant level is 'splash resistant.' Those don't strike me as features that will help a watch last a generation or two.

[@margaret381]

Thank you so much for your suggestions and opinion! As a person who is just getting interested in all of the amazing time pieces out there, I adore your videos. Also, being a minimalist in terms of watches' designs, this video is by far my favorite. I will definitely buy one of watches you mentioned here because they are all absolutely stunning! I just want to have them all :D

[@ajaxforever5473]

This is a great video with some great timepieces. I love the Nomos, the Hamilton and the Junghans very much.

[@theurbangentry]

Thank you my friend, always makes me happy to hear from you. I remember you from the VERY early days of the channel, I never forget it! Best regards, TGV

[@ajaxforever5473]

Thanx, man.

[@MrJ3]

Your intros are too good, my friend! I've found myself watching them more than once, just to admire the timely cuts and editing!

[@theurbangentry]

Thank you so much :D Best regards, TGV

[@petitpanierdosier3206]

tissot is just the way to go for that kind of watch seriously; i don't why it is so underrated

[@rohittambe8815]

You are amazingly passionate about watches...it shows in the way you talk about them.... I'm new to this and would like to thank you for enlightening me... Keep up the good work!

[@gandalfdawhyt]

Bought the Orient FAC08004D0 because of your videos. Love the color, and the build quality for the price point is fantastic. Keep up the great work.

[@Smigger97]

Nomos have to be one of the best brands in the world for this. The cost can be high, but for a quality German watch with an in house movement and some amazing functions and designs, such an understated brand.

[@DiDeChannel]

That fairfield timex, so tastefully done, timex amazes me everytime!

[@KDL917]

Ah, a video I've been waiting for!! Going to use this for horological evangelism now. ;) Fantastic work, TGV! :D