Mark you are creating jobs for AMERICANS. thanks brother!
@mirekkudzia7052 Жыл бұрын
I am a proud owner of two Islander watches that I enjoy wearing. They travelled across the ocean into the UK and I am Polish by my ancestry. So, your legacy Mark is spreading across the world. Thank you for doing a great piece of precision art that looks stunning.
@mikemurphy89965 ай бұрын
I love Marc but his watches are hideous. You should hear what TGV says about them off the record. You will also notice TGV is never seen wearing one of Marc’s watches.
@americanpaisareturns90516 күн бұрын
@@mikemurphy8996Do you own an Islander? Personally I don’t care about what TGV or any other KZbinr has to say about a watch . I make my decision about whether I like something or not once I have personally tried it myself. To each their own.
@seandees94325 ай бұрын
Very informative great quality control and clean assembly enviroment insures high reliability watches and they are unique designs made in USA very impressive.
@davect01 Жыл бұрын
Love that you use these guys. I live in Fountain Hills and my daughter goes to Taekwondo in the same building
@jeff11762 жыл бұрын
Absolutely one of your best videos Marc. I can't wait for them to make the automatic version of your watches. When that happens I'll be one of the first buyers.
@islandwatch2 жыл бұрын
Thanks!!!
@laddnewsome2 жыл бұрын
Agreed! Would love to see more about how all of you're watches are designed and produced. Very interesting! 👌
@christianaviles21992 жыл бұрын
Yes, I'm also excited to finally see a watch with an Americhron movement. I do have an FTS made watch with an Ameriquartz (not an Islander, sorry Marc) and it's doesn't take long to realize that it's a high quality product even as a quartz watch versus say a mass produced quartz you might find in say a Timex (also not a knock on Timex which I also own and have owned). The video does great showing the quality control FTS has, which is quite confident inspiring for their current and hopefully future products. Scaling up is a challenge of course but considering all the American microbrands that seem to pop up would be nice to see a resurgence of American watchmaking as alluded to in the video.
@juniorjohnson59612 жыл бұрын
Me too !
@sandsoftime32482 жыл бұрын
After viewing this video got a lot of respect for the Islander brand and also FTS in Arizona! Not an American, but can appreciate this!
@Podcastage2 жыл бұрын
This is amazing to see. Can’t wait to pick up a watch to support FTS and LIW.
@islandwatch2 жыл бұрын
Sweet, thank you!!!
@mylesgalos64652 жыл бұрын
Cool, thanks marc
@boonie32 жыл бұрын
I'll assume you throw watch boxes too
@REDVETTExxx2 жыл бұрын
@@islandwatch Hey bud tell missy i said… “ wassup babydoll”!! 😂😂. Good vid brotha and great company!
@savage22bolt322 жыл бұрын
This is so awesome! I always prefer buying USA Made anything! I need a watch to wear on vacations & when my old Submariner goes in to the factory repair shop for a tune-up.
@kenpickett93172 жыл бұрын
As a clean room manager myself (we don’t make watches though) its good to see this sort of thing on KZbin. It gives people an appreciation of the level of effort and overhead that goes in to the manufacturing of everyday items.
@aaronrosenberg36852 жыл бұрын
As someone who working manufacturing, this was the most exciting video for me. I can't believe how manual the process is, I was expecting more automation. I look forward to supporting you and FTS!
@franka97602 жыл бұрын
Makes me proud to be an American! I'm so glad to see watch manufacturing on the rise in the US. Big congrats to all!
@islandwatch2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Frank.
@rickjason2152 жыл бұрын
I was happy to see watches being made here, though in the end I want a quality product. Then I read the Google reviews of this factory. I was shocked.
@jeffwhite9028Ай бұрын
Mark, I just saw this. Great vid. I'm a retired manufacturing engineer. Now I want an Islander!
@jwags242 жыл бұрын
This was excellent. It's amazing the amount of inspection that goes into this process. I've received so many other watches with obvious imperfections in the past. Thank you for this tour!
@islandwatch2 жыл бұрын
Very welcome!
@wadebolderman3250 Жыл бұрын
I believe in what you’re doing here in America so I just ordered my first Islander Diver Automatic watch. Green with the rubber strap.
@johnconni Жыл бұрын
As a factory worker in USA i will supporting this brand. Great work team!
@americanpaisareturns90516 күн бұрын
Creating jobs for Americans. Badass Bro. Badass. I wasn’t planning on buying another watch soon but after seeing the pride and quality control these employees have for their craft I plan on making an Islander my next watch. 🫡
@joec217410 ай бұрын
Just received my new islander watch. Great quality and design. Attention to detail at a great price great job !!
@paulo19012 жыл бұрын
Very impressive,... Good job, Marc!
@thomaskelley45882 жыл бұрын
Yes. This makes me want a usa quartz watch over a automatic swiss. This is what I want now. Thx!
@johnsrabe2 жыл бұрын
Marc, kind of a random comment but … nice job on the narration. You sound like yourself but you sound like a narrator. That’s a real sweet spot. And it’s NOT the same as doing the regular videos. If it’s scripted, it’s a good script.
@allenrichards508611 ай бұрын
I'm sold, will be buying one ASAP. Very impressed with the people, process, and product!
@jacc888882 жыл бұрын
This video went so quickly. Very exciting to see how the quartz Islander divers are assembled and that it is being done in the USA. The lighting in the factory showed the viewer just how good these Islanders look! Congrats Kunal and Marc 😊
@Thicknchunky2 жыл бұрын
This awesome! Thank you both for bringing watchmaking and manufacturing back to the USA.
@islandwatch2 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed!
@myronhalyk53232 жыл бұрын
G'day Guys from Down Under. Totally entertaining video Marc, one of the best.
@micarri2 жыл бұрын
Islander Watches proudly made in America to be sold all around the World. Well done, Mark.
@islandwatch2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Miguel!
@micarri2 жыл бұрын
@@islandwatch 👍👍👏👏
@Uhrenfreund.2 жыл бұрын
Wish good luck and much success for "FTS“❗️ 👍 👍 😁
@islandwatch2 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@gplayer012 жыл бұрын
This was excellent Mark! Thanks for sharing the process. Made in USA!! YEAH!!
@moongazer50732 жыл бұрын
Cool video reminds me of when Mr. Rogers went to the Crayon factory
@MrPresident18782 жыл бұрын
This is a great commercial, not only for the Islander, but also for FTS. I’d love to see the Americhron movements in pieces moving forward.
@Jon81G2 жыл бұрын
I have to say, this is one of your best videos. Thank you very much for providing this!
@bartfloyd45382 жыл бұрын
I will buy a quartz model. Don’t have to cost more than an aircraft carrier to satisfy my EGO. Watches are watches . Keep up the great work Marc!, Thanks
@PhiloYT12 жыл бұрын
When you see all the assembly by hand and the multiple inspections that each watch goes through, you can see that these Islanders are a great value! Thanks, Marc!
@elmooko699 ай бұрын
I just ordered one in black. It intended it to be something to leave in my gym back for workouts, but I now realize how special of a watch it is! Very proud to have something that so many Americans helped produce!
@michaelsimpson84552 жыл бұрын
I am glad you are successful in your endeavors! Your sacrifice has well been paid; this is only a fortaste. Congrats 👏!
@markwagnon94682 жыл бұрын
This is fascinating! Thanks Marc, I now know what my next watch will be!
@defer-rare-rah2 жыл бұрын
I guess I'm a geek because that was awesome! Long Island Watch rules!
@islandwatch2 жыл бұрын
Glad!
@davidstewart38682 жыл бұрын
Terrific to see the quality of the watch assembly.
@JPV2462 жыл бұрын
Outstanding! Much success to FTS and Islander watches
@bigbikerjohn642 жыл бұрын
Congratulations Mark! It was so nice seeing this video. Your participation in supporting “local” manufacturers in any aspects of the manufacturing industry is the way to build a good economy for the future. I’m Canadian but any manufacturing that we can bring back into our economy is a good thing. Let’s get everyone back to work which we can be proud of. 👍 👏
@MidEnginedFan2 жыл бұрын
One of the best "Watch & Learn" videos!
@dennismiller40622 жыл бұрын
This is AMAZING! I bought one of these recently. I couldn’t be more proud of a product assembled in the USA! Great video Marc! I can’t wait for the chrono version!!!! 😉
@d3xmeister2 жыл бұрын
Awesome video, enjoyed every minute of it. Now please excuse me I’m going to watch it again. Thank you.
@islandwatch2 жыл бұрын
Haha, enjoy it!
@Jdinaz2 жыл бұрын
This is in my back yard! Mark, congrats and thank you for building in America! This makes a difference. I’m going to look at some products and pick one up.
@lm76922 жыл бұрын
I purchased the Ameriquartz with the blue dial and it looks incredible, feels phenomenal, and the timekeeping and overall craftsmanship is impeccable.
@philipperajaofetra19382 ай бұрын
the content that you as well as Teddy Baldassarre put out is really good. I tend to watch your videos more and more.
@matthewclina41622 жыл бұрын
Awesome tour, thanks for showing this. I spent 30 years in the semiconductor and defense industries, and this was like memory lane. Nice facility.
@islandwatch2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Matthew. Agreed!
@Aurora-sz1bc2 жыл бұрын
Fell in love with this factory. Marc, you are the Mr. Rogers of the watch community with your positive, calming voice and supportive nature!
@ExpeditedProductions2 жыл бұрын
Shirts coordinated and taking video of the no photography sign! Love it!
@chrisr81122 жыл бұрын
Marc, excellent to see good local quality assembly
@marcocarag1032 жыл бұрын
This was marked with a yellow "ad" badge, but frankly this was far better and informative of a video than most that _don't_ have that badge. Looking forward to much more from FTS and LIW -- especially sub 40mm for my tiny wrist!
@neoroxx Жыл бұрын
seeing the process gives me more confidence on the watch i just purchased from you
@BigLou19 Жыл бұрын
Marc, I believe you’re the one I communicated with just 2 weeks ago, through email about my black Islander watch bezel inlay that fell off unexpectedly… I just want to say you’re customer service was down right awesome! Your communication was Lightning ⚡️ and you got me that part fast! Thank you so much!🙏🏼 I love this watch! I get a lot of compliments on it! This video just made me appreciate my watch even more! Customer for life! 👍👍
@islandwatch Жыл бұрын
Thank you, you’re the reason we’re here!
@sethdunlap98682 жыл бұрын
So cool to see where my newest watch was born 👍
@MMID3032 жыл бұрын
I was looking at your selection and ultimately decided not to buy an Islander watch because I wasn't sure exactly where or how they were made. This video has me reconsidering. Great to see.
@triviace2 жыл бұрын
This is the best video have done! I have many,but this tops them all.I envy their steady hands.
@111111111Tiger2 жыл бұрын
great job Marc ! Thanks for capturing the experience.
@islandwatch2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching it!
@marcuslieberman35772 жыл бұрын
This is awesome, Marc!! "Assembled and Built In America"! We all have dreams to build that perfect watch. You have done it! Thank you. Love the tour. We all share in FTS goal to see more American Watch products.
@islandwatch2 жыл бұрын
Well said!
@double00spy2 жыл бұрын
Love this! We need to bring all sorts of manufacturing back to the USA.
@jerryedwards4562 жыл бұрын
Manufactured or assembled?
@gregentwistle51052 жыл бұрын
I have to be honest, that was probably one of the best videos you’ve put together! A very interesting process, thanks to you and the manufacturer for opening their doors to us.
@islandwatch2 жыл бұрын
Wow, thank you!
@xjonx12 жыл бұрын
Finally! Some good news. AMERICAN MADE! Great video!
@zaskarclf2 жыл бұрын
You know you're a watch nerd when you were completely enthralled during every second of this video...like I was. So cool...thanks for doing this Marc!
@markikn31832 жыл бұрын
This is a wonderful video Marc, a great value add to the Islander brand. Kudos to you, sir.
@islandwatch2 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@markikn31832 жыл бұрын
@@islandwatch Enjoy my Islander orange dial diver, too. Thanks, man 👍👍
@mobelue4 ай бұрын
Day. Date. Quartz accuracy. You have my attention. I just received a Tactical Frog chronograph with a quart solar powered quart and date. Very nice and very accurate.
@coffeemarshall3484 Жыл бұрын
You know it's going to be an epic video when you break out the T-shirt with the buttons on it ;) Great video!
@rangersmith46522 жыл бұрын
Thanks for posting this. I'm impressed by how much of the process is conducted at FTS in Arizona and how thoroughly it is quality controlled. As Marc's host and overall guide notes, the next steps will be making the bits and pieces in the USA. From what we see here, it appears that every individual part of the movement, as well as the case, crystal, bezel, bracelet, etc., are not made in this facility. In fact, I don't recall hearing that any of them are made anywhere in the USA. That's not a knock on this brand or this facility; it's just plain old reality. I hope this endeavor continues to grow and prosper, and I hope that, in parallel, we get not only more "Made in USA" bits and pieces, but, equally important, complete transparency regarding the sources of all the parts. All watch makers should be required to disclose this, especially, those that claim, under legal cover, to be "Swiss Made."
@islandwatch2 жыл бұрын
It is a reality, but something that will take time, baby steps
@rangersmith46522 жыл бұрын
@@islandwatch Indeed. I'm stoked that someone is actually beginning to move in that direction. Many challenges, many rewards if it works.
@i.despain30322 жыл бұрын
The ECBs are made in America btw.
@donnyboon28962 жыл бұрын
@@i.despain3032 Electronic Circuit Boards. Not everyone would know that. 😃
@i.despain30322 жыл бұрын
@@donnyboon2896 Great catch, thanks!
@BrianWeekley Жыл бұрын
BIG FAN of the entire Island Watch collection and philosophy.
@zunuf2 жыл бұрын
Great video. I hope to see tons more products from this company.
@georgesarraf81772 жыл бұрын
I remember watching videos such as this one on Mr Rogers Neighborhood as a child! Thank you for taking me back
@jaychau24592 жыл бұрын
Love it! I'll support this all day! Getting a islander watch soon!
@chemoautotroph2 жыл бұрын
Awesome presentation, makes me like the Islander even more.
@williamannelli98222 жыл бұрын
Great video it really shows how hard it is to manufacture a watch. Thanks for the video and your great watches.
@mattys14672 жыл бұрын
Fabulous tour of the factory. Fascinating and insightful 👏
@FINEST-uk8nc2 жыл бұрын
Good to see a USA company in the watch business, I wish them success and hope that soon they will become a facility that performs entire process of making parts and assembling the watch for a true Made in USA !!🇺🇸🇺🇸
@RyanBofMKE2 жыл бұрын
Wow this is awesome. Mark, you're awesome. What a great idea! I'm so glad I know about FTS now! I can't wait to pick up a LIW Watermelon and support!!
@simtye882 жыл бұрын
Thank you SO much for showing this! What a cool thing they are doing for america!!!Great Work MARK!!! Keep it up man! You can tell your not just doing this for the dollar and not a sell out!!! If you do what you love you never work a day in your life and it shows!!! i will be purchasing one of these new american islanders from you!
@gregorypease2132 жыл бұрын
Great video, Marc, as always. Thanks for the look inside Islander.
@stephenhuber10792 жыл бұрын
That was an incredible experience, thank you for this opportunity to see how your watches are put together. An absolute mark of excellence!
@islandwatch2 жыл бұрын
Much appreciated!
@Johnmk24 Жыл бұрын
Love it. Thanks for the video tour of the factory. My next watch will be an Islander watch.
@flasher2001z2 жыл бұрын
Count me in. Just added one to my Wish List. Thanks, Marc
@Ubermentsh2 жыл бұрын
Really like the look of your original designs. 🙂👍
@doubleasblog2 жыл бұрын
Brad is an awesome dude and was servicing my watches back when he was at Norms. That have some really good talent working there.
@AirAdam132 жыл бұрын
Really enjoyed this video! The number of different skilled, non-automated steps helps to show to doubters why things cost what they do. Wishing continued success to FTS!
@1967JAB2 жыл бұрын
Very cool Mark. I live in Elgin Illinois, of the famous Elgin watch factory. My grandmother worked there and in grade school I made several trips to the ibservatory in town which was used to set Elgin watch times.
@davidlloydjones7522 жыл бұрын
Fair play, I'm absolutely behind anyone who can minimise the number of miles required, to produce their goods.👍 Wishing you continued success.🖖
@islandwatch2 жыл бұрын
Thanks David.
@stringalongmike19532 жыл бұрын
Very interesting. Thanks, Marc.
@LS10072 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing this Marc. It makes one appreciate what’s involved in building watches. Thanks again and have a great day! 👍🏻👍🏻🇺🇸
@islandwatch2 жыл бұрын
You too
@christopherhoglund49622 жыл бұрын
It’s great to see this happening here at home. Glad Marc is using them for some of his assembly. Continued success.
@Joncartervoiceovers2 жыл бұрын
Fascinating video. Great info for your biz, Marc. Awesome to see behind the scenes.
@Starlord852 жыл бұрын
Love that thumbnail. Made me smile
@islandwatch2 жыл бұрын
Haha, good one
@soulademics2 жыл бұрын
Oh man! I live in AZ now but was born and raised In Long Island! (Long Beach). I need to get this watch Marc!
@kellypaws2 жыл бұрын
One of the most likeable people on KZbin. Doesn't exactly hurt that the watches are great.
@Cville23472 жыл бұрын
It’s great to see this attention to detail and the quality that goes in to your watches and best of all the assembly is here in the USA.
@grantnitewahl2 жыл бұрын
What a fantasic video! Thanks for the tour Marc.
@calebnewton_2 жыл бұрын
This is awesome! I hope to hear more from this company in the future.
@islandwatch2 жыл бұрын
I think you will.
@angelos68172 жыл бұрын
This great Marc! Jobs at home! You can't beat that!
@TheTarrMan Жыл бұрын
I still wear your diver often. I just bought the new amerigraph and can't wait for it to get here. It's so important to support me in America as much as possible. I can't wait until they're 100% made America, such an exciting time to be in.
@reghudson54442 жыл бұрын
Excellent video. Very informative. It’s also good to know that high quality movement manufacturing is coming back to the USA.
@Wolfpacker2 жыл бұрын
Great video Mark. Nice to see the whole process. Get them to make me a 'red waffle dial sample'!
@johns311 Жыл бұрын
That was very educational! Love your passion, no doubt you’ll be extremely successful. Thanks for sharing Marc.
@ModernGeekReview2 жыл бұрын
Awesome new generation of craftsmanship ! Excellent in the making! Built in the USA! Built to the perfection and made the traditional time grand!
@dmntuba2 жыл бұрын
AWESOME!...Very Cool! Thanks for sharing 👍
@Assureddominance Жыл бұрын
This is a great thing. I hope in the future I can buy a fully made in the USA 🇺🇸 automatic dive watch from Islander.