2:30 It's crazy how desensitized to price us watch enthusiasts get. Just starting out, I'd freeze at the $425 price of a Seiko, but now that I have a few higher end pieces like a Speedmaster Pro White Dial and a Grand Seiko White Birch, I take a look at the Tudor BB58 GMT and think "hey, $4,600 ain't that bad." Send help 😅
@etebolАй бұрын
No kidding, I hesitate to spend $500 on a good pair of boots. But watches start at $1500.🤷♂
@learndesignwithdevАй бұрын
The trick is to spend once and spend wisely. 😊 A good watch will always hold its value with 'time' 🤣 So no need to worry about buying that 4000$ watch if you enjoy it, rather than spending 1000$ on 4 watches. 😊
@etebolАй бұрын
@@learndesignwithdev I think that may be part of the conundrum, one watch for all occasions is kind of a high bar for most watch addicts 🤷♂😅
@learndesignwithdevАй бұрын
@@etebol Understandable 🫡. But also some watches like Cartier can be paired with formals as well as party clothes. I believe I watched the video on Britt's channel or somewhere else, that you can never go wrong with a Cartier Tank whatever may be the occasion. Just need confidence and some pizzazz to pull it off. 🤣
@DollarDudeАй бұрын
@@etebol Ah yes, the mythical "one watch collection" I've heard so much about. What a nice dream 🤣
@PhantomObserverАй бұрын
Actually, for a first dress watch, the phrase "Orient Bambino" immediately pops to mind. And Hamilton's American Classic Boulton or the Ventura are nothing to be sneezed at.
@the.AruarianАй бұрын
Another one jumps to mind: the Bambino trap 😅
@kms08711Ай бұрын
Title:'luxery' 😂 i don't think orient bambino is a luxury
@wristopia4101Ай бұрын
How is that a 'Phrase' exactly? Do you own a Bambino?
@pokie6087Ай бұрын
@@wristopia4101 I agree the Bambino is a great watch for ladies, or the gay man
@nautica1504Ай бұрын
cant wait to hand this Bambino down to my grandkids
@RichardKoppingerАй бұрын
I was surprised that Tissot didn't make it into the video. They are one of the best in entry-level luxury (in my opinion) and have a lot to offer, especially the Gentleman and the Chemin des Tourelles. Thanks for the video. Hope you and the baby are doing well. ❤
@CyberSammaelАй бұрын
One of my first recommendations for a first luxury is always Oris. What you can get for the cost is really hard to beat.
@beetlefangАй бұрын
I agree - Oris is awesome, and so is Guinand.
@kaiwilliams141Ай бұрын
I feel like "value proposition" is way more of a watch influencer thing to say than "bang for buck".
@tugboathkАй бұрын
"a lot of watch for the money"
@EiferBrennanАй бұрын
@@tugboathkI read that in Jody from Just One More Watch's voice.
@EiferBrennanАй бұрын
If I never hear the words "value proposition" in a watch video ever again, it'll be too soon. . .
@doug5030Ай бұрын
Could also do without hearing "French kiss" ever again.
@eyeheartsushi2212Ай бұрын
@@doug5030Don’t you mean “chef’s kiss?”
@jakealexander6046Ай бұрын
I think Citizen should be mentioned as a good starter watch because of the solar eco movement that is less hassle to maintain plus has some great looking designs. But yeah its glaring weakness is lack of brand power. So I kind of understand why its not here. But does Tissot not have enough recognition?
@speedracer2pleaseАй бұрын
I think the catch is "first luxury watch." I love Citizen as a watch in general, but it's more associated with malls here. Tissot, though, is pretty luxurious to me, there's some serious diminishing returns in the watch industry after the Powermatic 80
@lovinglife419Ай бұрын
Citizen has a great lineup. I have two and they're lovely.
@BaddogSportsАй бұрын
This is a solid list. I’d add an Oris Aquis Date Calibre 400 in there as well. A great watch at an affordable price
@BeedeoJunkieАй бұрын
What about a Sinn 556? Wearable size for most wrists, 200m water resistance, go anywhere do anything watch.
@uncles2000Ай бұрын
If you friend is looking for value and brand recognition, your friend needs to go used/excellent condition. The market’s price drops, brings Omega Aqua Terra into the mix.
@maitrehgАй бұрын
The Aqua Terra is fantastic.
@learndesignwithdevАй бұрын
Absolutely!!! Pre-owned is better if someone is looking for brand recognition. But for the love of God, don't buy a 5000$ pre-owned Rolex.
@ianforberАй бұрын
@@learndesignwithdev That makes sense but I suspect most people wanting a luxury watch also want it new and the buying experience that goes with that. Pre-owned for the second watch!
@christopherseivard8925Ай бұрын
I have that exact TAG Heuer. It was my first watch, I wanted a Rolex,pre-owned, but the jeweler clued me in on the cost of a “clean& service??!” I bought the TaG.
@RafaelV6Ай бұрын
If I were to Start all over again, I’d start with Cartier and Seiko.
@JamesDuncan1Ай бұрын
Great list! I think Tissot is very comparable to Seiko for best watches under $1000
@eyeheartsushi2212Ай бұрын
Interesting Tissot wasn’t mentioned
@lamentate07Ай бұрын
Kudos for mentioning the Seiko Presage Craftsmanship Series. I own the black lacquer one, and it's far more interesting to look at than the white one (i.e. more detailed), but both are value for money. You won't find a lacquer or enamel dial for that price. You probably also won't find those watches under 1000 pounds either. They look more premium than most Longines watches in your stated range too unless you want the Flagship Heritage throwbacks. re: Tag. The 36mm Carrera dates are cute and smart looking watches. I have the blue with rose gold, and it's a lovely watch for the money. Good recommendations overall!👏
@speedracer2pleaseАй бұрын
Within Tudor, the 1926 and Royal are firmly in budget, and way more unique! Also I hope you're having a great maternity leave, and congratulations!
@barryvercueil2346Ай бұрын
Good list!! But i would include Oris in the $1000+ range.
@flo12325Ай бұрын
I would add the Junghans Max Bill Automatic
@bjornrosenzweig8535Ай бұрын
I bought an Frederique Constant Classic Index Automatic in February, it's an amazing watch for the price as well.
@marcelitau7 күн бұрын
I have been learning about watches for the past week because I was to give one to my partner as a wedding present (will be his first nice watch). I’m bewildered by this world, it is that much that I actually had choose my dream watch (of course out of my budget) 😂😂😂
@LBenn302Ай бұрын
Recently, I picked up a Nomos Club Campus in red and it’s absolutely awesome. Nomos makes amazing pieces for the money and they’re super unique. They’re also German which isn’t super common- even within watch enthusiasts collections. Highly recommend Nomos as an option
@chriscon8463Ай бұрын
I’d recommend any pre-owned watch with an ETA 2824 or Sellita SW200 movement in it. They’re inexpensive to get serviced (& you should probably consider this right after purchasing a used watch). As I write this, I have my old TAG Heuer 2000 auto on my wrist & it’s worth about $400 on the used market. An older Hamilton Khaki Field would be about the same.
@TG-vg3qeАй бұрын
Tissot Gentleman with silicium spring keeps incredible time and looks great for not much money.
@BonDijonАй бұрын
for dressier options tbh i know they are not luxury household names, but lorca, lorrier and baltic make some excellent models that are of good quality. More mainstream i'd say the mido baroncelli line (surprisingly thin auto movement), or seiko dolce series (houses a high accuracy quartz movement).
@Steven-of5qqАй бұрын
The conquest 38 in your video is the old model. The new one is much nicer.
@bubbles13244Ай бұрын
Frederique Constant is a fun brand around that. Same with Oris
@wristopia4101Ай бұрын
Tissot Gentleman is a stunning Starter. Longines is pretty good at that budget too, but I would get the Tissot and bank the money to put towards watch 2..... which might still be a Longines.
@eyeheartsushi2212Ай бұрын
Agreed about the Gentleman
@rashmitАй бұрын
See, now that is how an actual starter think. Gentleman and La Locle all the way!
@wristopia4101Ай бұрын
Hold a Tissot Gentleman in one hand and a TAG Carrera in the other lol. The Aquaracer is a great ladies and boys watch, but they have lost their way in the mens market unfortunately IMO.
@wristopia4101Ай бұрын
@@rashmit Thanks, I give my advice freely (based on owning or working with every watch mentioned)......Not for profit ; )
@wristopia4101Ай бұрын
Love Tudor too, but my funny Tudor story is receiving a Tudor LHD back from Tudor, and they put it in the box upside down 😂
@kyleashdown518Ай бұрын
I’d like to add Casio Oceanus to the list. In particular the T200S. Not only do you get a respectable amount of features (solar quartz, radio sync, Bluetooth sync w/phone finding capability), but the quality of the case finishing is outstanding for a $400 watch. The AR sapphire crystal also has a lovely blue tint that kind of reminds me of a Rolex Milgauss. Insane value
@ahha6304Ай бұрын
If Citizen listed here I think BX1008-12E would qualify, perpetual calendar, awesome dial, has some lume and looks good enough under 500 Dollars
@halfsourlizard9319Ай бұрын
If someone's budget-constrained and rational, it seems like buying vintage or pre-owned would at least be worth considering.
@Chrisb8sАй бұрын
Great stuff. I think that it depends on if it is an everyday watch. I think your friend needs 3 watches :). Tudor ,Seiko, Cartier I just ordered my birthday present. A JDM solar quartz, radio controlled Seiko. I want a ho to, grab and go daily watch.
@luiso29Ай бұрын
Like the list, I'll add Oris
@AMAMBTАй бұрын
for under 1k , i would pick tissot le locle or gentleman over seiko or hamilton .
@rwolfhaus1234Ай бұрын
Tudor Ranger paired with a Rubber B in Espresso Brown.
@seanhickling7340Ай бұрын
Longines Spirit. Better than anything else below 5k. It truly is awesome.
@maitrehgАй бұрын
Tudor BB41 Monochrome is way better.
@seanhickling7340Ай бұрын
@@maitrehg You're joking, right? Absolutely no way! 😂 The BB just doesn't feel as good in the hand, has those awful ugly hands that look like they belong on a kiddies 'My First Watch and and is over 1k more than the Spirit!
@ArjitMehraАй бұрын
No Tissot, Frederique Constant, Baume Mercier 😮 I know there are like a billion options, but these brands really are worth mentioning IMO.
@EiferBrennanАй бұрын
I agree with the other two, but Tissot isn't on the same tier as Seiko on the low end and definitely not on the high end, like Cartier. Tissot is what you get when you want a Tudor, but have Citizen money. Like me. As long as it's not a Powermatic movement. I've never heard anything good about them.
@maitrehgАй бұрын
So many options.
@maitrehgАй бұрын
@@EiferBrennan Tissot is okay but Seiko is way better. And looks better too.
@lamentate07Ай бұрын
@@maitrehg I have the black Craftsmanship Series watch mentioned here, and it blows every Tissot I've seen away at a similar price point. It just looks more distinctive and premium. The only downside is the ordinary movement that often runs a bit fast, but that's Seiko.
@annekedebruyn7797Ай бұрын
@@EiferBrennan Depends on what you are going for. Their heritage series has been really good which mostly feature solid ETA movements with only cosmetic changes. As for the powermatics, a lot of people like them. Including those who work on watches. The only things people don't like is the 3.5hz instead of 4hz and some models like the PRX use the lesser Powermatic version with plastics for the escapement. But if you go up in price like the Gentleman (900 euro and up), you get the highest end powermatic which is more like your classic ETA movement and are fairly easy to service. In terms of dial finishing, the details on the Gentleman and LeLoc are really good with not that many competing on that level and I really tried looking for them. The only thing I have against Tissot is that they can sometimes feel a bit basic. But that can also be a plus if you aren't into busy Seiko Presage style dials.
@Z-u-m-aАй бұрын
You really should try a Scurfa - Diver One model - if haven't already. Great quality for the value. Steel case black with optional bracelet (and ceramic bezel) is my favourite daily. Standard rubber strap nice too. Not in stock at moment, but worth waiting, or getting a good used one.
@andrykesuma4448Ай бұрын
Great choice!! If I may add, My recommendation would be - TUDOR 1926 or Royal series, great watch for half the price of BlackBay - Baume et Mercier Riviera series is elegant and sporty - Breitling Endurance Pro for something very sporty & athelete looking
@nottusleinad15 күн бұрын
I'd highlly recommend a pre-loved model for a first luxury watch... you get more for your money, avoid the inevitable depreciation, and there are some real bargains to be had. A mint £2k used Breitling / Omega is going to get you a lot more watch than £2k on a Tag or similar
@YorkshiremadmickАй бұрын
Bang for Buck Influencer…….. Yeah you brainwashed me to consider the Santos de Cartier large Green ❤
@learndesignwithdevАй бұрын
Cartier 😍
@Aaron-dt9puАй бұрын
My first big watch purchase was a Ball Engineer Pioneer. Almost two years ago. Love this watch
@pr33tu_Ай бұрын
It's crazy to me that the Cartier solarbeat has seen a ≈26% price increase in less than 2 years.
@Andy-ys8sjАй бұрын
They put a selita movement in a £9000 watch, totally overated and over priced, watches for people who know nothing about watches 😂
@learndesignwithdevАй бұрын
@@Andy-ys8sj Always look inside the watch. 👍 Cheap movement is not worth more than brand value.
@garyboyle695Ай бұрын
@@learndesignwithdevIf it's a chronometer grade movement I have no issues with that as it's tried and tested, unlike a lot of dubious so called in house movements.
@ianforberАй бұрын
@@Andy-ys8sj But it’s the quartz solarbeat priced at circa £3K. Who cares if it is a ETA or Sellitta based movement? That’s not the point of this particular Cartier.
@AlexanderB.Ай бұрын
How about Oris? 🤔
@garyboyle695Ай бұрын
Exactly, better than Tag or Hamilton.
@Jj-uw8mwАй бұрын
One watch collection: I am still undecided between Cartier Tank Must (normal quartz) and Tudor Black Bay 36. These 2 really caught my eyes!! I am unsure about the longevity of both watches, as well as the servicing experience and cost for them.
@Justin6477Ай бұрын
As a cocktail time owner, the one thing that I think is missing from the recommendations for it is to mention how important/valuable it is to go get an aftermarket strap. Yes, the dials are beyond gorgeous for the price, but the bracelets and leather are on the bleh side.
@matthewcoupeofficialАй бұрын
There is only one answer here a late 2000’s Seamaster, get a service and your set.
@adrianvladmladin1005Ай бұрын
I always wondered why no one mentions the Record when talking about Longines. For me, it's their most versatile watch. You can dress it up and down, it has timeless looks, simple and elegant.
@cameronbuckner254Ай бұрын
Fantastic video Britt! And i hope you and the new baby are soing grear, your lovely husband as well! Also, for this range i would add anything from Zodiac watches! I just bought a Super Sea Wolf and i adore it! Its about 1500 dollars, and even at 40mm its weara closer to a 39mm and looks like a million bucks! Amazing watches for the price, and a ton of history! But again great video!
@jackburtonstwinАй бұрын
Possibly a little too close to the NOMOS but I would have included Junghans. Both Max Bill and Meister are comfortably within the budget. You achieve the full Bauhaus experience with robust and easily maintained ETA-based movements.
@rashmitАй бұрын
Precisely! If you want german, Junghans >> NOMOS.
@mohamednayadАй бұрын
We need a part 2 of the video !!! 🎉 with other brands like Frédérique Constant & Tissot 👍
@chrislyall6251Ай бұрын
Great review Britt,4 me it has 2 b the Tudor 1926 39mm 4 my frist Luxury Watch,(Still Saving up 4 it).
@kevineccles7766Ай бұрын
I really like my 39mm 1926 on the bracelet with the opaline dial with blue hands and indices. It wears much better than I thought it would on my 7.25 inch wrist it looks great and at slightly over 9mm, it’s comfortably thin
@E-jitАй бұрын
The watch I wear the most is definitely the Longines Conquest, the older version that was recently updated. I know it’s knit picky but the S is silent.
@User70451Ай бұрын
Curious if you will review an Accutron watch 👀. Great video!
@user-kn6he6bm4mАй бұрын
I bet you would say " and yes i have non watch nerd friends" instead of " and yes i have friends"😂😂😂 Really dont be too hard to yourself, you're really cool and pleasant company.❤
@deanodell-magicianmindreaderАй бұрын
Enough doesn’t get said about what you can get ‘used’ within these budgets. I was recently able to get hold of an Omega Seamaster 2254.50 Box and papers in incredible condition for £1995 from The Fine Watch Club shop.
@hermeshein-yahav7247Ай бұрын
My first dress watch was Seiko Prospex Alpinist SPB121J1.
@BetamaxBabeАй бұрын
The Tudor 1926 is another good choice for that budget!
@eyeheartsushi2212Ай бұрын
2:59 pokes fun at herself for saying “bang for the buck” but immediately follows it with “value proposition” 😂😂😂 love you Britt
@Voyagerss77Ай бұрын
Just buy Casio Duro the one with the Marlin.....they are beautiful and excellent quality, not ridiculously expensive either!
@silverfish764Ай бұрын
I was just looking for an entry point Luxury watch and you just came out with this. Going to enjoy this video now, I find your Voice so calming.
@nattylo18Ай бұрын
The conquest got a whole redo a few months ago. It looks a lot better now
@octaviansilaghi-pm4llАй бұрын
Citizen tsuyosa small seconds, some Orient Star models, Tissot Gentleman, Mido Baroncelli., Frederique Constant, Baume et Mercier Hampton.
@drnick40Ай бұрын
Pre-owned Tudor. That’s the best first luxury watch.
@richardbaldwin9502Ай бұрын
Good list Tudor royal 41 blue would be a good pick
@William-0415Ай бұрын
I'd add Citizen and Nivada Grenchen to the list:)
@GeniusInventor-dj5zcАй бұрын
Gold Tissot PRX automatic is a nice first luxury watch
@pi17835Ай бұрын
I like how Nomos looks. But I think with their lug to lug, they wear rather big… something to keep in mind
@Swiss_Army_Knife1780Ай бұрын
The Seiko Presage Craftsmanship Series ⌚ with an enamel and urushi dial you referenced are actually close to $1500, on the grey market.
@ZetaliaoАй бұрын
Excellent video. Your recommendations are very good. I would add the Mido Multifort TV Big Date, which here in Europe is about 1100 Euros. Thank you also for discovering a brand that I didn't know yet, greetings from Malaga, Spain.
@dukes70Ай бұрын
Tissot, Citizen, Oris, Junghans. Micros like Monta, Farer, Varer, Baltic
@AlbertusMagnus_44Ай бұрын
I agree with you Gringa about Quartz. I think we should make Quartz not only respectable, but desired. As much as I love a good mechanical watch, the simple truth is that Quartz is more accurate, more reliable, and requires less servicing than mechanical. It’s like enjoying a supercharged 1934 Duesenberg SJ but also enjoying a new Mustang with a computer controlled fuel injected V-8. Both are to be admired.
@thomasstratford6227Ай бұрын
GS and Bulova make high end Quartz watches, another reason the “luxury” label means nothing, it is marketing nonsense!
@lonewolfemcquade8133Ай бұрын
Love both autos and quartz movement's. There's really soo much to enjoy when your into both. Also quartz analog movement's have plenty of mechanical parts
@barathroy5607Ай бұрын
I think folks should look more at Rado. It doesn’t get too much recognition in North America and Europe. Congrats on the pregnancy 🎉
@jaybee1196Ай бұрын
Another excellent video.
@m-faccinАй бұрын
I would have mentioned also the Tissot Gentleman that has a lot of options in colors and bracelets that can basically make everyone happy and being dress both up or down (and it has the better version of powermatic 80, the Si movement), and citizen with both qartz-solar and automatic movements can fit every style and budget.
@EiferBrennanАй бұрын
Definitely saving my pennies for one of the funky Cartier tanks.
@steelwhisper9019Ай бұрын
I just acquired an Accutron Legacy automatic. It's awesome as an introduction watch. The new vintage look is spot on and made well. I like your choices..just can't afford the other ones I want..yet! Lol Let us know what your friend "winds up" getting 😊(had to)
@dcm703Ай бұрын
The Seiko Sarb 033 was my gateway drug to watches years ago. And as I’ve added/subtracted from my collection, I will never sell it.
@Ben-ml6cvАй бұрын
I would recommend a Longines Spirit… perhaps the 37mm.
@ragavansuresh5035Ай бұрын
There's also the Tudor 1926 that's under budget and is quite the looker!
@rashmitАй бұрын
Let me walk you through an actual starter mentality: I'd scrape off CW Twelve and add PRX instead or any other Tissot for a lesser price. And I'd scrape off NOMOS and add Junghans instead which is also for a lesser price. And I'd add Orient and Fredrique Constant to the list.
@jamesblonde2271Ай бұрын
Hello Mumsie! How is Hans?
@milqn4oАй бұрын
Man, do those "Fears" watches look like expensive crap!
@peterau9Ай бұрын
I love the Tudor recommendation. Got a black bay with a leather strap when visiting the EU and with vat refunds it came out under 2800
@MrAndy76101Ай бұрын
I agree for the budget and proposition the CW twelve is a great shout, it can pass for a more luxury choice imho
@DanyzinhoPTАй бұрын
I am thinking to buy a Frédérique constant highlife or a longines conquest 38mm and I really don’t know which one to pick. Which holds more value, history and would be a better purchase?
@asimahmed6227Ай бұрын
aren't almost all seikos using in-house movements?
@benlilaАй бұрын
Would like to see your picks for the Old Money Aesthetic trend.
@chaingangriteshАй бұрын
I bought citizen tsuyosa last year it's pantone colour edition for dress category. Then i wanted a value for money dive watch and i ended up buying tissot seastar 1000 300M. I think it's the best buy yet thanks to its exchangeable straps. The only watch i with now to own is a Cartier. But are quartz Cartier even worth for long term keep? Or shell extra on automatic and larger models?
@eyeheartsushi2212Ай бұрын
The problem with the Seiko Presage is that I want all of the dial colors hahaha.
@EdwardViaTomatoАй бұрын
I'm a staunch proponent of Tag Heuer. Good first luxury watch, or eighth. I didn't like the brand until I sold them, and handled service for them and brands from the rest of LVMH, Richemont, and Swatch Group. I kinda live in fear of luxury watch servicing because of Cartier. Maybe it's gotten better over the years. Hopefully. I'm still interested in a quartz model, and the dream is a solarbeat Santos.
@113uineoАй бұрын
Seiko 5 snxs 79k, Tissot le locle, Hamilton ventura are best
@learndesignwithdevАй бұрын
Although I'm a noob when it comes to watches, but my choice will be as follow I'll recommend readers in comments to also consider watches MADE IN GERMANY. I'm a sucker for Alexander Shorokhoff and Glasshutte Original. 😍 Also worthy mention Nomos and MeisterSinger. 😊
@user-PaSaMeFeАй бұрын
If I were spending money on the Tudor I'd recommend the BB54 (M79000N-0001) at £3,360. Word of warning to your 'virgin' buyer is to pay close attention to the lug-to-log and not just the case diameter - Nomos is a case in point...
@MrHav1kАй бұрын
Solid list. Nothing to really whine about too much.
@pi17835Ай бұрын
You can also get some Grand Seiko Quartz models for just under 3k
@jorgsofiАй бұрын
Oris!
@samzam4496Ай бұрын
so many great micro brands ,, Like Baltic !
@Jonathan-f1hАй бұрын
Wonderful list,The longines spirit Zulu time would've also been a great addition!
@diydad7704Ай бұрын
Certina, Fortis, Sinn and , of course, Squale. All worth a look but it's great you mentioned ChrisWard and Nomos. Maybe put some independents in your list next time: Marloe, Studi0 Underdog, Baltic. How about Yema? There's so much to discover...
@rashmitАй бұрын
Good one. I'd anytime prefer Studio Underd0g over NOMOS.
@diydad7704Ай бұрын
@@rashmit As a cool brand, yes. I just received my Watermelon and it looks tiny on my 7,3" wrist. So atm i'd prefer a NOMOS.
@bavarianwolf3806Ай бұрын
my first watch was tissot powermatic gentleman. Great watch. btw you look supercute with your freckles :P :D
@thomasstratford6227Ай бұрын
More proof of how these watches are overpriced. Purchased a now discontinued Tissot Couturier powermatic 80 white dial on Amazon for $250.00 And they still made money on it!
@salty5402Ай бұрын
Great "Evergreen" content! Solid editing, transitions, and flow - appreciate this format quite a bit.