FACE REVEAL - My Watch Collection and What I REALLY Think About Watches...

[@watchfinder]

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[@leosjan1]

I for one approve of the facelessness! It sets the channel apart from all the others. It also keeps the focus on the watches; unlike all those disgusting "influencers" who are all about themselves. This is a great channel with a great format! :)

[@bobmclennan1727]

I noticed that the guys over on WatchAdvisor are starting to do something similar to Watchfinder in recent months: you'll get a minute or two of video with the host speaking to an industry guest, and then he'll explicitly state "ok, we're here to see the watches, not us" and the rest of the video will be close-ups of the model(s) in question. Personally I like Watchfinder's faceless focus on the products of the day, but if they started offering brief shots of the hosts at the start of each video, that'd be kinda neat too... just as long as the watches remain the primary focus. My wife and I use KZbin for a lot of travel planning, and there's an almost rock-solid rule: the more you see of a host's face, the less informative/helpful the video becomes.

[@philhartley833]

Agree! Just nice watch faces please

[@Mankiz86]

True that👍

[@Tigrt6150]

I disapprove clickbait

[@WatchGeek]

No face means more watch porn, and THAT is what this channel is all about!!! One of the reasons I started my channel was to SHOW WATCHES, as I was getting annoyed by reviews where the host is filming themselves from 2 feet away holding the watch in their hands with the focus on the host and the watch being just a part of the video. You couldn't see the details, the finishing nor the beauty of the timepiece. Your channel changed that greatly and it is the one I aspire to be like one day, although tutorials are the "bread and butter" of my channel. Wish you all the best and keep 'em coming 🙂

[@mibrahiim]

Couldn't agree more. As much as I want to know more about talking hands man, there's something about the mystique that gives this channel so much charm and make the videos really hard to look away from.

[@gunstarhero8028]

It is always annoying when a video about an ITEM spends more time looking at the reviewer.

[@finophile]

While agreeing with the views expressed here in this reply set and others throughout this I have since the start admired your approach to focus on the watch and your great use of macro photography. As a photographer myself I know how challenging it is to get that level of macro and keep the contrast while also keeping some modicum of DoF ... heck way back I even asked about your choice of display camera in your openings (hard to be sure but I believe its an MX). I approve of the "discussion" pair of "radio announcers" (and this is indeed a history tested formula) and I hope that you can continue in good directions. Best Wishes (from a slightly watch collecting nerd)

[@oscarp.8799]

This is an absolutely awesome watch channel. And I agree with many others that the faceless format (along with being a trademark of the channel) makes us all focus on the watches themselves. Keep on the great work!!!

[@lamaludwig1470]

well said

[@Imaveryniceguy]

Totally agreed. The channel is brilliant, but try selling them a watch and come back here and tell us what did they offer you for it compared with others in this business. You will feel sorry for this brilliant lad working for vampires.

[@wayneschmidt]

So agree

[@JuniorExecutive1987]

I think the faceless presentation does several things well. It provides a bit of mystery which keeps us curious and returning, allows the listener to focus in on your words and vocal cues, offers a space for the watches being presented to really shine.

[@mindseye1806]

Absolutely better without faces. We come for watches and your soothing voice. Showing faces would take away from the topics and visuals at hand.

[@victorandronache9704]

Agreed, I enjoy the mystery

[@fVNzO]

Don't really agree. You can have your face on screen for a couple seconds at a time in a 10 minute video and it absolutely doesn't take anything away from the topic. There's nothing wrong with being personable.

[@nganthony8646]

I agree, but I wish there was another visual of some sort, instead of periodically staring at a picture of a microphone when he talks.

[@Serrot304]

I think I'd like to see him handle the watches a bit, see how they wear on him and other aspects like that

[@shmutube]

Yep! 👍🏽

[@zhicaofang2354]

I personally enjoy the face-hidden approach, gives a more mysterious vibe and allows the watch(es) as well as the narrated content to be the stars of the videos. As for the price bubble, I would say it is intimately connected to the global inflation amid the pandemic and monetary stimulus, and when all the central banks are forced to increase their interest rates, the inflation/asset bubble bursts, and the watch price bubble comes down with it.

[@goldenarm009]

I love the current format. The mic idea is really cool I’ve not seen it before. One of the best watch channels out there!

[@michaelfierman3256]

The channel really has become so much more "personal" over the last year or so, which I think I can speak for many and say that we love that. As far as the regular "reviews" go, and I know that they are always more than reviews, I think the current format is perfect. I think that on the "podcast" format it'd be great to have you and Tom on screen. You two have such a great banter...I think facial expressions would just add to it.

[@emmanuelgt5]

Definitely I wish they see this

[@mibrahiim]

I'm not sure actually. I want to see them talk but the whole Internet Historian vibe is really appealing somehow. I really like how they use images of mics to convey personality and emotion.

[@gm2353]

Please don't take this the wrong way. This long longer format is good. Just don't make the reviews second to it. Or put equal parts out there. KZbin has a good amount of people talking at length already. Yes plenty of people who do similar style reviews as well. But you're the gold standard of reviews. The perfect amount of facts mixed with the perfect amount of opinion.

[@gijssleijffers121]

Honestly, I really like the format you present. It makes it a bit more mysterious, makes the entire focus go on the voices, and the watches, and honestly that’s all we need. Not to mean I don’t want to see your face, I just think the current minimalistic setup works great!

[@arash9728]

I think your channel is so good because of how it is right now, I don't think it needs any changes, it is all about watches and your experience and taste and passion about watches and personally, that's why I like this channel because it is completely focusing on its goal and passion without any distraction.

[@finnandrei5745]

I always tell my employees in my small restaurant to play their videos while customers do their dining with us. :) many are in awe in the cinematography of your videos. I pray that you continue producing more videos and as well as the people behind these to be safe and well all the times. :)

[@Gearsandco]

I think it's way more engaging to show your face, you talking about watches, while using your body language in a nice cozy environment. if anybody agrees hit that like.

[@JonathanNelson-nelsonj3]

I have to agree with so many others that this is an amazing channel. I always find the information interesting even on watch trends I am not really interested in generally. I initially thought this channel would be pushy about shopping at Watchfinder but that has been minimal, which has actually gotten me to shop on the website. Thank you for doing what you do.

[@DuckySpud]

I like the current formats you have, the shorter 10 minute reviews of a watch where it is about 99% beautiful macro shots of the watch you're discussing, and also the longer "chats" with Tom. These could easily be podcasts rather than videos and most of the time I have them on in the background rather than specifically watching them. I don't feel the need to see you guys. I saw the AP video before with you in and thought it was going to be a big reveal of some sort (I don't know what), but when watching it was just thinking "he's just another bloke" haha! Happy to keep the format as it is, makes it stand out from the crowd and keeps the focus on the products. Keep up the good work

[@zipperzack1]

If you want to see their faces just look for any Grand Seiko videos, that zaratsu polishing has a beautiful mirror finish

[@thetruebatman4632]

Your ability to locate the next word to speak is phenomenal. I actually look forward to trying to find the moments where you say “Uhhh” or “Umm” because they’re nearly nonexistent. What a refreshing speaker to listen to in this brain dead age we live in. New to watches, new to the channel, but having a blast digging in. Thank you for the incredible content.

[@DonLee1980]

About trying on watches... I was in a Rolex AD with my wife looking at their "exhibition" pieces. came across the 41 datejust wimbledon, one that i've tried on as a 36 before, but not in 41. I politely asked if i was able to try on the 41mm, but they told me, no they were for viewing only. I said ok thanks, and we left immediately. It's not like they were busy. There was like 6 staff there and no other customers. I own 2 Rolexes, 4 Pateks and a Royal oak. I definitely know where to not go shopping next time.

[@zackmeisterjie]

I think what you're doing is brilliant, the hands and mic have become the face of the brand, it's now like a trademark of the Channel, people know u guys by that brand recognition. Keep that

[@melvsdlp9293]

One of the reasons why I love this channel is because it keeps me wondering what you look like. There’s an air of mystery in every video. It adds to the charm of the channel.

[@kbbarton1]

Current format with the microphones and disembodied voices is perfect!

[@ianhiscock9440]

I’ve seen the face reveal you refer to, and I’m not going to say more than that. But as for doing videos with your face, I think it would rather be like knowing who The Stig was on Top Gear. The whole construct was so smart and witty, and your videos with “Talking Hands” has something of that!

[@xXWickedWazzaXx]

Why not? Share!

[@danielorozco1728]

Share, man come on... You don't loose anything, yet you make us, scratch our curiosity away!

[@AmarokWolf7]

@@danielorozco1728 some watches are reflective ;)

[@JuliusBriggs]

@@AmarokWolf7 funny how so many don't notice that his face can literally be seen in this very video lol

[@willnzsurf]

if yk, yk.😏

[@deetjay]

We share nearly the same grail watch. Mine would be the A. Lange & Sohne 1815 Up/Down. Beautiful in its simplicity. And of course with any ALS it’s craftsmanship is second to none.

[@williamnicholas9979]

Love the new podcast format. Keep up the great work!

[@grahamsalmons2027]

One of the things about your identity as a channel is that the focus is NOT on the presenters, it’s on the watches. Don’t change that, it’s what makes this channel excellent.

[@guillermovicencio2629]

Great video. Thanks for answering my question.

[@Mark..P]

Seeing you guys on camera is far more personable and talks more to us as an audience. So yes, it gets my vote. Great podcast guys 🥃

[@rashakor]

Those Lange 1815 chronographs or datograph perpetual calendars are indeed the best grail piece. I prefer your videos with no face, ethereal presence voice (the brit accent helps too 😂).

[@barfymann362]

Batman doesn't reveal his face, Andrew. It's not about the face, it's about the hands. Keep them moisturised.

[@thatsbod1041]

Better without faces - your voice is so good that we focus on what you're saying 👍🏻

[@tiffer67]

What sets this watch channel apart is the wonderful linguistic talents of Andrew ( I think that's your name). Add to his wonderful way with words, the backstory to every watch that he gives is always interesting to hear & extremely informative. The recent addition of XXXXXX (sorry) further enhances the experience as you both compliment each other perfectly. This is the channel that got me hooked on the watch buying habit & it's still my go to channel to find out what's happening & to see watches I know nothing about.

[@sllc1081]

Okay so one of the differences that this channel has is the no face microphone mini podcast style. I love it. But maybe other style videos do a bark and jack style? But needless I’ll still wTch

[@josemolletbarros1213]

my fave watch channel! I think that it could be a shot of you talking instead of the mic picture. besides from that, perfect channel Can wait to see more affordable mechanical watches (under 1K) question: At least where I'm from, Rolex has the rep of new money or player vibe. is this the case elsewhere?

[@thewatchmission7693]

Thank you for taking my question! Your channel is the reason I started mine!

[@Chris-mm5gi]

Love the sense of humor you all have, and I love the passion and the focus on the watches. Putting the watches first and foremost as the focus of the videos distinguishes your videos from being “just another talking head” on KZbin. Also, the dueling microphone format is just hilarious. Can’t get enough of your channel’s content. Please keep it up!

[@herbhandyman8933]

"twice as long as half its' length", great answer! I will remember that one. My vote is that you remain faceless. We've all created a version of your face that goes perfectly with your voice, don't spoil it.

[@bertspro]

Link to vid of watch collection?

[@TucanSam75]

Great content lately! I would love a long form talk about H. Moser

[@andrewwilletts6230]

100% agree with your sentiment about Lange and it both broadening perspective and becoming a grail piece. A very nice dealer in Vegas let me try on a Lange 1 Moon Phase once and I’ve been addicted ever since

[@fist003]

love the current format of presentation. each of your video makes me want to get those watches

[@ShashankD137]

What's that Lange type longines u showed there ?

[@thornmatthew8395]

Purchase a Baltic watch about 3 months ago. Can’t wait to receive it.

[@thomasgilsfeldt9003]

One of the reasons I like your channel so much is because the focus is on watches - not a guy wearing sunglasses. However, I too would like to see "the face behind the hands" one day. Only for a brief minute, then back to the watches.

[@IHWKR]

in terms of a face reveal I am rather perplexed. A part of me says yes, maybe this introduces a new way to have the conversations with Tom. Possibly seeing a refined backdrop with a watch shop and a field in the background with two gentlemen sipping coffee talking about watches sounds appealing. Another part of me accepts that this channel is run by microphones talking to each other and I've grown to like it. As others have stated, I feel it allows us to focus on the watches and the mystique of a faceless channel allows our imagination to work in a way that connects us to the watches to a more personal degree.

[@billnyfeler]

I love your content, and I think it's a great idea to keep your faces a mystery. Always keep them guessing!

[@kaypee1972]

Oh my god, that ceramic black Omega Speedmaster ❤

[@xxrumlexx]

So much content lately all quite wonderful

[@Hoppetakeyama]

Super fun vdo. Keep this format. I really like it.

[@45GLOST]

Just bought the Tissot Prx powermatic 80(black) to my collection, and I love it. It feels good on, looks good and the price seems more than fair. Thank you for the time and effort you put in to share your passion for watches. 😊

[@janosbenye7684]

You are the best at poetically describing a watch. your passion is so "infectious" it is like a force of nature or some sort (for me at least) Only with only your emotive hand gestures. and and narrative You captured so many of us. I think with your face you would take some of that mystery away :) I am not gonna mention the interview with Anthony de Haas

[@eyeheartsushi2212]

😉

[@louiscyfer6944]

janos, csak egy kis javitas. you are the best at poetically describing a watch. your passion is so "infectious". force of nature of some sort (not short). with only your emotive hand gestures. csak a szorend meg az ige ragozasa. eleg jo az angolod, de igy lehet megtanulni a kisebb részleteket.

[@janosbenye7684]

@@louiscyfer6944 Köszönöm szépen :)

[@aviardhansyahsakrie9251]

Always like the way how you described the watch. Just realized that you had a passion in writing, that's why.

[@jimsteinway695]

I agree as my collection grows with Rolex and omega and my knowledge grows A Lange & Sohne are becoming my favorite

[@chrisrichardson8244]

So many watch channels have big sections of the person talking to camera…I want to see more of the watch. Please don’t change your format! It works

[@panaceiasuberes6464]

2:06 As someone that hounded both iterations (the 2018 and the 2021) of the L132.1 caliber and even commissioned ceramic cases for them in order to have the ultimate beat watch that sounded... weird.

[@nonope4390]

While it might be better for algorithm placing. The watches are the focus! And the microphones are cute!

[@valervan]

That Elden Ring and Demon Souls plug put me in to tears laughing. Elden watch is a combination I never though goes together, but it actually makes sense.

[@peabrained_11]

Andrew, thank you for answering my question. As for face reveal, as much as I am also curious to see it, I do think it'd be better to keep with the hands+mic only format. That said, I think it's only fair that Tom show us his hands!

[@peabrained_11]

Just another thought is that while I'm sure you are the one in charge of the content, direction, and production of this channel, in the end the channel name is still "Watchfinder & Co." I'm not sure how you or the company would exactly feel to have your face to become a sort of mascot for the company.

[@KrimNL10DenZ]

When he said the triple split, my new grail watch since its birth, I gasped. Then he said he was joking. Well played, hands... well played!

[@danspencer9499]

When I finally saw Marshall on Wristwatch Revival, I was surprised by how much he differed from my imagination! However, I am very happy now to picture him enjoying the time we share, and I definitely think your images should be more available. Love your work!

[@devondeswardt6239]

I like the hands only style. I feel it adds a level of romanticism and mystique. It also keeps the visual focus much more centred on the watches.

[@baxoutthebox5682]

Antarctique is hugely underrated, or perhaps not given they just stopped accepting new orders. Either way, love that watch.

[@jdanielortega]

Grant us a Face Reveal when we hit 1m subscribers, just one video like the one Jack did with unbox therapy, and then back to faceless hands teaching us everything about horology.

[@xavshelby967]

Great Q&A... like your genuine answer to the questions. i wish i was like you and could have only 2 watches (+ the pocket one!)...

[@richardmcginnis5344]

i love my old quartz watches, my favorite is my casio poseidon black split dial with gold bezel and hands

[@watchtherapy1068]

This format is very interesting, midway thru the podcast you can easily insert pictures here and there and it's very fun!

[@Imperium87]

100% faceless reviews. The main reason your content is some of the best is because of the way you pitch your review while showing us a fantastic range of cinematography to give us the interaction we desire with the watches on show. Your reviews take me almost within touching distance of the watches. That a skill no other watch reviewer can do imo. Keep up the good work 🤙

[@khuram1]

Yes seen your face in the AP video. But I do believe having a face would better connect with the audience, them just hands. Although there should be a balance; by balance I mean more of watches footage then yourself. But showing your face you would definitely connect with larger audience. Another suggestion if you like, is by featuring guests with their watch collections. Could be celebrates, or general public with some unique pieces. Just like Revolution or Hodinkee does, but in your own way!

[@rainydaywatches6508]

If you come to the US, let me know if you're in Portland. We have tax free shopping here in Oregon, so the price you see is the price you pay, making it a nice place to buy a watch.

[@krestovozdvizhenskiy]

You have wonderful cameras to show things few of us can see, and those few will probably have a closer look only through a magnification glass and this is it. Please stay behind the camera, your voice is good enough to enjoy it as a part of a show.

[@JamesMH]

I use a Black Magic too! very exciting as I want to get into shooting watches, what lense do you use?

[@stevefox8605]

Excellent, thanks for answering my question Andrew, great show, best watch channel 👍🏻👍🏻

[@boozedancingtv]

Fantastic video! Cheeky, honest, AND informative. Keep ‘em coming! 🥂

[@IAmTheHound]

Agree on overwhelming line-ups. Would say Hamilton is an offender too, having just gone and checked out their website following watching this (in part to find the rough-dialled Hamilton in this video, for my own interest). I mention it in reply to someone else below wondering the same thing: it's a Khaki Aviation Pilot Pioneer. In fact, the 38mm version, with the less-enclosed face than the one in this vid, has just gone on my very-interested-to-buy list!

[@islandtimekeeper858]

Major admiration and praise for correct pronunciation of "err". Disturbingly rare nowadays.

[@beginningbourbon7385]

Don’t show your face. It’s part of the mystique. It’s what makes you different. It is a calling card. Brands spend loads of cash for that. Don’t toss that in the bin.

[@enricosace]

I think quartz will become more popular for new watches too. Mostly because the skyrocketing prices of mechanical watches. Not to mention the cost of service on mechanical movements.

[@TheSwedishRider]

When my father was a teenager, he used to walk into a Rolex AD and tried on a Submariner about once a month. He did it for years and they always let him. He finally got it from there for his graduation!

[@edhalson3154]

5:10 in Rolex Oyster Perpetual blue face.....but to be honest...No! It is one of the things that sets this channel so much higher than all the others...there is no ego...just top content and camerawork! Please don't change!

[@garyforeman1022]

Really enjoy your content and videos. Can you one day see watchfinder bringing out a monthly or quarterly publication? With watch collecting so popular, I’m surprised so few publications.

[@michel5148]

please keep the format as is. if you are thinking about changing it with a presenter type off setup... keeps the focus on what is important, the story and the object in the story. the more you add as fluff, the more it takes away from your story about the watch. the camera work is outstanding, the twists and turns in the story are amazing. many times you had my opinion turned thru well stated opinions and facts. maybe explore ways to hone your skill's as cinematographer, as in usage of tech to let us better view watches

[@robertreynolds6725]

Yes Andrew ALS is my favorite also. And btw I've seen you. It's not difficult 🤣

[@adrianvargas4124]

a little cryptic with the answers, but liked it, as allways faceless is part of the charm, maaaaybe it could work as a "one off", but not as a recurring thing

[@ashokmathur137]

Always wondered why the base Patek Philippe Nautilus and the AP Royal oak are priced so high. Why is this ? ( So is the base steel Rolex without even the date function). Incidentally I own a Rolex and an Omega.

[@danishaudiocompany1012]

Really good episode (if that’s the right wording)…..love watches and high end audio.

[@MrAnotherWatchTime]

This was so calming and peaceful to watch.

[@claudioprudente1034]

honestly I don't mind 'with or without' faces. It all boils down to how you present yourself on the channel and I don't mean how well dressed you are. I watch videos (yes I am obsessed with watches/watchmaking, own too many of them :-) ) on different channel and I don't get annoyed by the people being in the video. It comes down to whether they want to be the star of the show or the watch they are talking about. What I appreciate and love of this channel is the 'tone' of the video. So for me with or without doesn't matter as long as you keep creating great content as you have done so far, I will remain subscribed to your channel and will watch your videos. (PS. I think I have found a picture of you through the LinkedIn profile :-) )

[@laurencefahey2085]

Stay faceless, it stands your apart from the crowd 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻. Love your channel 🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@fatwallet13]

Love your channel😄👍 keep up the good work.

[@mikejenkins6904]

Made my day; my stupid, non-watch related question made the show👍

[@tutzu4]

My first watch 65 years ago was a Junghans. I wonder why you never mention or review them as I still think they have one of the best dial designs.

[@Chris-sc6if]

For me faces wouldn't add much to the videos since I just put them on and listen to them off-screen. At most i'll tab back to the video maybe 3 times to look at some of the pictures of the pretty watches.

[@eyeheartsushi2212]

I agree. I hate when a watch company has way too many models to choose from.

[@actingboi815]

Thank you for the Q&A! Though I must say now I'm even more conflicted and nervous about my watch choices now! I also like the facelessness (no offense to you or anyone who appears in the podcast!), it does put the focus on the watch a lot more, and oftentimes the facelessness is made up with absolutely superb videography!

[@jaytoledo4728]

Link to your personal collection, por favor.

[@albertociaociao]

one of the most enjoyable videos fr u! 9.99999/10 … full marks if u deliver what u promised… reveal your handsome face!!

[@wanttotree]

I enjoy the fact that you are a little bit of a mystery without showing your face. Also, is it it me, or is code 11:59 should have been slightly smaller and thinner. The bezel is a little too thin in my opinion, i know this cause the back of the watch has a significantly bigger bezel and i think it looks awesome on the back.

[@BigZebraCom]

@19:39 No I don't think you should show your faces. I like the idea of microphones in front of wallpaper. It's charming and thoughtful.

[@thisoldbelair]

I’m sure you’re a dashing fellow but no need to show your face, this channel is awesome just the way it is 👌greetings from the USA

[@gothgurlclique]

Do you know awnything about a IWC staybrite?