Best Of British - 5 Everyday Luxury Gentlemen's Essentials You Should Know

[@1Rolinha]

“Start your own legacy” very wise words sir. I love that intro!

[@chriscon8463]

I couldn’t think of anything British that I use often...then I opened up my cupboard. MARMITE! I’m American & I love it. Cheers!

[@kairoalgadaev8449]

Oh. My. God. That was the best intro ever! You keep getting better and better day by day! Keep up the tremendous work you do! I really appreciate it and getting inspired by it too. Thank you! Cheers!

[@accupel]

Been watching some of your old stuff and to be honest I thought is this guy for real, but this video convinced me, really entertaining and I'm in. Don't go changing.

[@mikegregory8536]

A daily British item for me is my Kent shaving brush. I bought it at Fortnum and Mason years ago and I use it every day. Cheers TGV!

[@chrishunter9784]

I like this type of videos the most. I'm very in touch with my European heritage (German royalty and the Burtons of England). A more direct source for brands like these is greatly appreciated.

[@wickrider]

A little bit of the old Urban Gentry is my recommendation. Your are British.Always a pleasure to watch your great videos TGV. Thanks, Cheers,

[@randymcelwee6975]

Been wearing Clarks Desert Boots and Chukkas for decades. Another British tradition my wife and I enjoy is Pimm's Cup. First had it at a restaurant across the street for Hampton Court, sitting on a patio over looking the Thames. Been hooked even since.

[@phillollard6965]

Taylor's sandlewood cologne, Fred perry polo shirts , Ben Sherman shirts, Russel and Bromley tasseled loafer . And genuine Brut 53 after shave . 🇬🇧

[@matthiasd4605]

Even if we're having a completely different styles i enjoy these videos. Well done.

[@girlslikemachinestechnotra8869]

I am German. This Video leaves me proud to be British and makes me lament the Empire‘s demise. 😎👍🏻

[@ShortalayPlays]

I own three Kent combs, the oldest is 5 years old now, best $10 I ever spent on that one, still works and looks brand new. Personally I have a wide tooth for after I shower, a fine tooth pocket comb for styling and maintaining a hairstyle throughout the day, and a mustache comb that doesn’t see much use recently (shaved beard). They really are the best bang for your buck for what you get.

[@jonathanj5797]

My favourite tea is the English breakfast blend from Whittard's. Pricey, but simply divine!

[@watchbrocephus]

What i remember most about Scottish Grandfather, was the Coal Tar soap, Aramis and Brylcream in his hair. He wore tweed and loved to hunt and fish for trout. He also wore a very nice 9ct Roamer watch (which was passed down to me). I guess my Parker pen is something British, that i use on a daily basis. Great show again. Regards Stu

[@johncampbell3258]

TGV, That’s brightened my day thank you. I’m going to throw out there Sherbet Dip Dab, it’s not a luxury but one of life’s simple pleasures that never disappoints.

[@TheSaltySnail15]

TGV, that intro was absolutely bonkers, I loved it! 😂

[@harry688]

Hello Tristano! Hope you are doing well. It has been a couple of years since I last visited your channel. Wow!!! Your channel has grown tremendously since my last visit. Good to see that you are still around and making even better video's than before!!! Keep up the good work and regards from Holland! Cheers, Harry.

[@theurbangentry]

Harry!!! How wonderful to hear from you. Of course I remember you. Glad to hear you are well and thank you for the well wishes. Onwards and upwards. Best regards, TGV

[@chriszietz1236]

Being a barber I always recommend my clients get a Kent comb. You can never go wrong with them.

[@petershallis2294]

Not really luxury brands as such, but as a woodworker I have found it worth seeking out classic British made tools...they kind of lost their edge (pun intended) after about the early 1970's, but post war Stanley planes are a delight to use and older chisels from Marples and Robert Sorby have a feel all of their own and hold an edge as well as the very best of today's tools.

[@theurbangentry]

OMG, you just took me waaaay back with the mention of Stanley planes to my childhood in the tool shed tinkering about. I had no idea they were British! Thank you for that little trip down memory lane. As always you comments are a pleasure. Best regards, TGV

[@ilium5516]

I also love modern Clifton planes and Ashley Isles chisels.

[@jackchatham3947]

Isn't Stanley an American brand?

[@MACHINE4456]

I swear, I don’t watch your videos just for the intro’s, but Hugo cracks me up

[@thecircusfreak5364]

MACHINE4456 Don’t I know you?

[@MACHINE4456]

Blair S. No, but I know you 🤔

[@mindcrime11]

Bought the Floris 89, and my wife said: "Why do you smell like an old geezer?" :)

[@theurbangentry]

LOL Well, people did tend to be more classy back in the day right!? ;-) Thank you, Best regards, TGV

[@mindcrime11]

Let´s bring back the classy! I can recommend their aftershave balm that has the same scent.

[@jacksmith5652]

Omg yes, great start to the video, very entertaining. Please don't change. :)

[@MrSmelly1977]

Floris No.89 is indeed pure class. Thank you for helping me discover this wonderful fragrance.

[@theurbangentry]

I am so pleased to hear that, Enjoy smelling so classy my friend ;-) Best regards, TGV

[@MrSmelly1977]

Thanks TGV. Keep the great videos coming!

[@jrh2009]

The conversation with Hugo was hilarious. Nice work TGV.

[@Freelancer4tehwin]

I can't agree that Earl Grey is as British as tea gets. It's a traditional black English breakfast blend. Splash of milk, touch of sugar. Just simple, honest, slightly bitter and astringent, and it caffeinates you. Like, Earl Grey is well British. Don't misunderstand me in this regard. But, there is something universal about the simple and honest nature of a breakfast blend.

[@aniger818]

YGV you're the most sophisticated, cultured, classiest, proper, well mannered, stylish, aristocratic gentleman I've ever seen on KZbin.

[@ServingTheAncientOne]

Brilliant! You've given me more inspiration to continue to work towards becoming more of a gentleman and seek ways to pass on great traditions to my boys. Thanks for all you do.

[@yunjinchuah6260]

I’ve been busy for the past few months... As a proud gentry I MUST watch this video!

[@theurbangentry]

Welcome back YJC! I hope this finds you well. Thank you my friend, Best regards, TGV

[@yunjinchuah6260]

GREAT VID TGV!!! I use Kent combs as well... and Im intending to make my own signet ring because I'm inspired by you!!

[@allrightknight]

I can’t say I have a favorite as an artist but when I use them, I found Winsor & Newton paints to be really high quality. I guess it’s credit to their heritage as a brand.

[@daltonmeyer3976]

The intro is why I value your channel over any other.

[@theurbangentry]

Thank you :D Best regards, TGV

[@foamige]

Fantastic Intro and content old boy :) Another fabulous upload. Thank you! :)

[@rufusneckbone1568]

Very cool video. One of my favorites thus far. I am proud to be half British, and thank you for spotlighting some quality British made goods. Enjoyable as always. Cheers.

[@theurbangentry]

Always a pleasure and I am equally proud to here from another fellow hand Brit. Onwards and upwards my friend! Thank you for sharing that. Best regards, TGV

[@0dyss3us51]

LOL you have the best intros on youtube hands down wahahahaha. As someone who owned a tea store I apreciated this to the next level!

[@4syth]

“Having Prince Albert for dinner”. Do I detect a nod to Thomas Harris and Hannibal Lecter?

[@robcooper2643]

LMAO Hugo is pure class. See, don't mistake kindness for weakness, classy and vicious! Great vid once again. I have all those areas covered except the pack, I have a Nike that holds all my undesirables nicely LOL

[@dwaynegriffeth7800]

Liked for the intro alone. Hugo’s the best.

[@greenmarowak]

That intro is legendary!! TGV, Because of you, I ended up interested in Floris fragrances. I received a few samples from a reputable website and I ended up loving No. 89 and JF! My favorite ended up being JF and I found out that it was developed on my birth year, 1993. You should give JF a try, it smells great and you wont regret it. Cheers, Peter

[@FernaManu]

Oh dear, dear, only you could come up with a dialog with a T-rex. Brilliant.

[@bigtunaV]

Thank you so much for the video. As I venture into my 30s, I will make sure I build my own legacy for my kids and theirs. Dope intro as well!

[@KevW03]

EXCELLENT Intro! Had me in stitches! Greetings from Australia TGV!

[@theurbangentry]

Thank you Kevin, so glad to here :D Best regards, TGV

[@kuokliangchin2078]

Love the guest appearance from Hugo there. Ernest, the stag, samurai and alien next 🤣

[@Br0ns0n]

Fantastic vid. Great message and still fun enough to not be stuffy or condescending.

[@germanvidal22]

No matter if it's a rainy or sunny day. Fall and winter I go everywhere with my Aquascutum raincoat.

[@guillermorodriguez1992]

Hugo needs his own channel. What a class act!

[@Guitaural.]

Thanks for sharing! Keep one eye on Hugo whenever Ernest is around - He's quite the lovable little nobleman...don't want a T-Rex after him... : )

[@simongray3741]

Hey TGV greetings from Cheshire, love all your videos by the way!! My stand out British brand has to be Barbour, the best coats and jackets in the world!! Keep up the great work fella.....

[@theurbangentry]

Thank you Simon, I could not agree more, I had a wax one when I was a child, amazing stuff. I might have to revisit the brand. Best regards, TGV

[@lgear]

I’m having Prince Albert for dinner 🍴

[@kennethMblake]

Great video, TGV. One of my favourite videos to date. And a great skit to kick off.

[@theurbangentry]

Thank you Kenneth, very glad to hear! Onwards and upwards. Best regards, TGV

[@freshramses]

Splendid video, old boy! I use a British made tangle teezer everyday. I only wear Barker shoes (god, how I love them), and my Omega CK2129 has an English-made case (Goldsmiths and Silversmiths, purveyors to Her Majesty) and gets an awful lot of wrist time. Like you, I love to wear British made jackets in the winter, especially, I love my Gloverall Union Jack duffle coat which is very much “in your face” but just too amazing when you walk down the street in London and get so many reactions. Britannia rule the waves!

[@airtoadrhubarbpie4012]

Not really a brand but I have a Nicholson 32 sloop built in Havant, Hampshire in 1974. Been upgrading the navigation equipment with Digital Yacht, a Brit brand I’m very happy with. Also just ordered a 38mm Christopher Ward C60 GMT Trident Pro 600. Lots of great brands from the UK.

[@matt1315s]

Floris is a fantastic company. I use Floris 89 more in the fall and early to late spring. I didn't inherent much from my family. The one thing I did inherent is a beautiful wood and bronze plaque with my grandfathers name on it. (This is my dads side) From when my grandfather was stationed in Kobe Japan. During this time he was a Merchant Marine. My dad was raised in Kobe from about 5 to about 10 years old. My grandfather was a WW2 vet and served in the Navy and the Merchant Marines. My dad was 12 when my grandfather left the Military. He's been to every continent and was a worldly man. Oh my grandfathers watch of choice was Hamilton and he swore by them. My Grandfather passed away on May 1 2017 he was 93.

[@MrRoyck10]

I truly love this very British middle upper class video, TGV you shall be honoured for services to horology and being a good British gent by the Queen of England.🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧

[@Inkreptile]

This is one of the better intro's tgv Keep up making great videos And as always Have a nice day

[@theurbangentry]

Thank you so much, wonderful to hear from you. It has been a while AVC! Welcome back. Best regards, TGV

[@airtoadrhubarbpie4012]

Liked Hugo’s cameo appearance.

[@bubbab7792]

The introductory compilation was fabulous. Always thinking outside the box Sir. Made me laugh. You have heightened my curiosity with your tea and fragrance. I do appreciate your passion for individualism and your heritage, thus what gives us all our personal touch and signature to who we are. One must look past the surface and look at the soul, a true gentry will do this. Nevertheless never forget where you come from but embrace where you are and own it, which you have done with class and enthusiasm, thank you for sharing. Much respect Sir, keep up the good work. All the best.

[@Troygster1]

I’m watching this on the TV, and my wife walks in, sees TGV talking to a T-Rex, and slowly walks away mumbling “isn’t that the watch guy?” Lol

[@michaeljohnson-li5nn]

Interesting video TGV, please remember that quality remains long after the price is forgotten.

[@andrewramirez3107]

British humour is truly one of a kind haha such a funny and great start to a video 10/10 ;)

[@VERGARA3]

Most impressive ! Salute TGV!

[@alketterer]

Hahaha! Just when I was thinking that TGV was becoming repetitive and bored, He introduce T Rex. Well done! Keep it up

[@911rsr]

Seriously TGV has the greatest intros

[@shanenesic2484]

Hello TGV, been watching your show for years and really enjoy it, first time leaving a comment! One of my favourite british products is Taylor of Old Bond Street Sandalwood Shaving Cream. Just a fabulous product for all you wet shavers out there. jolly good show, keep it up!

[@Furniture121]

I use Truefitt and Hill Trafalgar shave cream, and aftershave balm every time I shave. It's a nice bit of affordable luxury to start the day right.

[@savvylifestrategies9445]

Total class. Thanks for sharing.

[@vorticwatchcompany]

As a British citizen, I have to say my favourite luxury is our snack foods/afternoon tea. Flapjacks are incredible! Best, IC

[@theurbangentry]

How interesting! I had no idea you were a British citizen, thank you IC. I have to admit, although the world has so many amazing biscuits, nothing compare to British classic right ;-) I love a good shortbread myself, digestives too :D Thank you, Best regards, TGV

[@vorticwatchcompany]

Shortbread, Digestives, Bourbons, Custard Creams, so many to eat!

[@pepesmoov]

All that, and you didn’t mention Hobnobs? Fannies.

[@jwchicano]

Thumbs up for the intro 🤣

[@laurentmt2509]

I'm a Frenchman but I really like your stuffs.

[@AstonsVintageTechnologyWorkshp]

Conway Stewart fountain pens for me. Quintessentially English. After all, they were good enough for Winston Churchill. :-) Oh yes, and classic Mini Coopers.

[@-triumphgt667]

Although he also used Onoto pens! Had a number of real Minis but my two classics at present are a Triumph GT6 convertible (made for me as never officially made) and a Morris Minor Traveller - a timber framed car where the wood is structural. I use a Conway Stewart pen every day as the Onotos are for special !

[@ManoloVintage]

I love my Charles tyrwhitt dress shirts - slim fit spread collar/cutaway collar, and my British rock music albums.

[@theurbangentry]

Fantastic choices sir, you can't beat wither of those choices. Very classy, I love it. Thank you MH, Best regards, TGV

[@coraldesert144]

love it thank you for sharing this 5 stunning products ,i enjoyed it ,your the best .peace.

[@keithrose6931]

Cant wait for the autumn so i can get the tweeds out . Enjoyable video as usual .

[@smr32061]

Great video. The British make many fine things especially fine tailored suits (Saville Row), yummy jams and jellies, famous sport cars, and produce some of the best actors in the world. But that side, the last time I was in London I shopped at Harrods and bought myself a beautiful leather wallet. Great stuff.

[@twent10]

That intro MADE this video!!!!

[@alexandermenzies9954]

Tristano, a quick anecdote about Floris: recently went into the Jermyn St shop after stepping off the 24 hour flight from South Australia en route to our old Highland fastness; I was bemoaning large and heavy bottles of perfume and lack of "travel" size containers. Without further words, the lovely gentleman searched around in a drawer and presented me with 8 short pencil size vials of 89 (much more than enough) and then refused any payment. And that is the difference. (Most of life's requirements can be obtained on Piccadilly. Jermyn St and St James St.))

[@johnprice909]

Love the intro with Hugo - too funny. Being half English I have a fondness for British made goods too. I'll have to try your tea suggestion - enjoy a good cuppa of Earl Grey. While not something you go for I use my Jaguar XF nearly everyday and my Lotus Elan on weekends. Ciao, John

[@theurbangentry]

Haha, funny you mention Lotus, my best friend's father in high school was a test driver fro them, I have fond memories of zooming around in many of their cars. Thank you John, Best regards, TGV

[@Lycosa]

Yep :) love the UK

[@Elwyndor]

One luxury British brand I use daily is my Castle Forbes shaving cream in the sandalwood scent. Easily, the best shaving cream I have ever used. It also features a very natural smelling cedar wood scent that is not overpowering to the nose.

[@AlphaRed28]

From one Londoner to another, I loved this video mate!

[@theurbangentry]

Thank you my friend, very much appreciated. Best regards, TGV

[@sebnilsson3164]

schoffel gilet, cordings sport jacket and my signet ring, although the gilet is not strictly British, it is something i wear everyday and i feel has definitely been adopted by British field sport culture!

[@behshadmohebali6234]

There is a soothing vibe in your clips that makes me keep coming back for more! I just checked out Carl friedrik products and ...wow! I am starting to like everything leather more as I get older. Also I just got a Seiko sna411 and put it on a NATO. Now I'm a happy man! 😄

[@conkgord]

Excellent video as always. What about HP sauce a very British product originating from India, if I am not mistaken. The other thing to remember with quality items is that it’s all about £’s per wear. Watches for example, can cost a lot but can be passed on through generations so not really that expensive when you look at today’s throw away culture.

[@jamieparker4010]

indeed i've got a TAG Heuer...it was a months wages when I bought it...in 4 years it must be closeing on 20p a time now even figuring in the upkeep costs

[@SIOrlove1]

"It's not Christmas without one of their hampers." Well, I never thought I'd hear that sentence out loud.

[@Lucky_2847]

I have always wore a watch. I am 42 and I have always had to have a Casio Gshock. My wife has several baby Gshock's. Anyway I have felt the cellphone has taken away from the watch a lot. Because of a wranglerstar video I found you. I have been splurging on your videos for a month now and I am going for a Seiko 5 or skx for my first tradition watch. Thank you for opening my eyes to this wonderful hobbie.

[@thestig007]

Thank you for the links. I'm going to treat myself this Christmas, I think! A lot of these items go well with winter in my opinion. I drink tea all year, but the spiced tea and Earl Grey are just great in cold weather.

[@thestig007]

One day I hope to use an Aston Martin every day, lol! One can dream. The Brits make some of the best stuff on the planet though, for sure.

[@AryanGupta-fc2fp]

TheStig ZeroZeroZero oh yes. Especially a manual DBS ❤️. I must say however, I adore Ferrari even more!

[@DrBarrie3]

As far as English Tea is concerned, the VERY best, by far, is 'Yorkshire Tea' brewed for 4 minutes...with a little sugar and milk (if you like it) then taste the pure, clean taste of one of the UKs most popular beverage

[@lanceuppercut7436]

Very enjoyable video TGV commencing with a bit of Hugo fun. These types of videos make me remember why I was first drawn to your channel. Besides the excellent horological content you provide, you also consistently bring a sense of class, and strong values to your audience . I find it inspiring and helps me to raise my standards. Thank you for that my friend.

[@cheesychasy]

I would check out Sunspel clothing, wonderful British clothing brand. They have been around for a long time, have made clothes for the Royal Navy, and are famous for dressing Daniel Craig in Casino Royale. High quality craftmanship put together with pure British class.

[@SMSChannel100]

Just seeing this video, but my everyday wear item is my grandfather’s Masonic ring. He also has a Knights Templar ring which I will inherit from my mother who wears it on a chain around her neck. I actually went through the Masonic, York and Scottish rites in order to be closer to him and to rightfully wear these rings and to honor him. Oh, and my preferred tea is Kings Oolong 403 tea.

[@Rosscotron]

Best intro that I have seen

[@sylvainpaquette6132]

For your question : Been Canadian we are stuck with the Queen on our money. It's a daily thing that we would gladly go without but what can we do. I love tea but don't drink much of the classic English tea, sometime for breakfast but I prefer an espresso or a latte in the morning. The rest of the day is tea that I drink but mostly lapsang suchong, pu erh, Jasmine Dragon Pearls, genmaicha, green tea in leafs ...

[@markplayford5836]

Myself a Brit hailing from gods own country Yorkshire, besides the puddings. Penhaligons scents, Church and Blakes shoes, Bill Amberg leather goods (The rocket briefcase a favourite), Hawes & Curtis shirts, Jaguar, Bentley etc. etc.

[@JBMOZ]

Great video. Enjoyed it.

[@jibdee]

Fantastic intro

[@FALLERModellbau]

Very fun video, Tristano! Well done. Good to see Hugo in action :) Keep up the good work, I look forward to your next video. Thanks again for following me on Instagram, I feel very honoured.

[@theurbangentry]

A pleasure, keep posting great pics. Thank you JPM. Best regards, TGV

[@FALLERModellbau]

Will do, Sir! All the best.

[@AngloFPSs]

We need a whole TGV and Hugo sitcom

[@thechadofficial]

Fabulous intro again brother, that was an absolute rage! Great video idea, I enjoyed it! I deffo agree, the signet ring is a must have for every gentleman. I wear mine everyday as its a great reminder of family and who I come from. cheers! Chad Whaley

[@theurbangentry]

Extremely glad to hear, especially coming form you sir! Have great weekend brother, btw, very special video coming tomorrow ;-) O&U! Thank you Chad, Best regards, TGV

[@thechadofficial]

The Urban Gentry Can't wait! ;)

[@davetherave28]

It’s probably a stretch for me to say every day, But you’ve certainly got me thinking about the British brands I use regularly, All with their own great heritage. I’m from the North East, Typically here we have a colder climate which is reflected in my clothing choices. Barbour (a South Shields company) does a great selection of waxed rain coats.. Everything from Traditional to Contemporary. I also like Belstaff, They were established later in 1924 as a basic motorcycle clothing brand but have since taken on high fashion and are owned by a company based in Milan. Brook & Taverner - My Tweed waistcoats. I’ll even wear them in the summer as an alternative to a sports jacket. Burberry, The old fashioned “Burberry’s” coat my grandfather wore- I love the details such as brass d links in the belt and horn buttons. 100% cotton and very well made. Hackett rugby shirts for casual wear. Catesby / Churches / Loake shoes- All handmade staples. I’ll start from the feet up usually as my grandfather always said your shoes is one of the first things people will notice. Of course there’s many exceptional shoemakers- John Lobb, Grensons.. The list goes on !

[@davetherave28]

I almost forgot- Dunhill. For my sins I still occasionally smoke. My rolagas lighters from Mappin & Webb have served me very well but they’re also nice objects, Similarly to watches that are more than the sum of their parts and functionality. Well made, reliable.. They have a pedigree. Winston Churchill, The “Bentley Boys”.. All carried Dunhill products as edc

[@SecondHourWatches]

Penhaligons British perfumers since 1870. Pure excellence. Get your gentleman on and order some now

[@Potrvlb]

I love these videos! What do I do, I wind up buying these items he highlights! Keep up the great videos.