Five Brands Under $1,000 You've Never Heard Of (But Should)

[@craig2100]

Would love to see this as a continued series

[@I-Libertine]

This would make a fun and important series.

[@sluggosixtyfive]

Love this series!

[@timsteinert137]

Me too

[@drewsleyy3836]

I second that!! So many great micros and independents that deserve the spotlight.

[@xericwatches]

Wow! Humbled to be included in your 5 brands you should know about. We appreciate the shout out. We've been at it for 10 years and we're just getting started! Can't wait to show you what we've been working on lately. Exciting creations launching soon.

[@ponyboy1664]

The Hyperspace is beautiful, the sort of watch I'd wear if I was going to try and make the Kessel Run in less than 12 parsecs. The Halograph 3 is a stunner. Thanks for being different

[@donniesmith125]

😂😂😂 cursing the world with skyline chili. I literally literally laughed out loud. That was awesome.

[@aslamc9288]

I didn’t expect to really see much that I liked here (if it’s under $1000, it’s Hamilton or Seiko for me), but those Xerics are really something. I love crazy designs, innovative ways of looking at and telling the time. Usually you have to go up to companies like MB&F to see really funky things, but Xeric looks like it’s offering some very cool stuff at affordable prices, and while I have a collection of mostly classic model black dial sports and dive from mainstream luxury watchmakers, the Xerics are very appealing. Even if I never end up buying anything like that, I’m certainly glad it exists.

[@WoeWoeWoe]

I love the geometry on the beaubleu face

[@matthemming9105]

I have a vintage Raketa Copernica with a similar design language, using a gold circle for the hour and a hollow circle for the minute hand.

[@WoeWoeWoe]

@@matthemming9105 I just looked it up, that’s a good looking watch too

[@MagnusEhinger01]

Love it when you cover microbrands more in-depth! The standard Rolex/Omega/Tudors are excellent watches, but a tad boring from a collector’s viewpoint. In that regard, micros are so much more interesting, offering more fun per dollar, imho. 😉

[@apageii]

I agree. I love most Rolex/Omega/Tudor. They are iconic and will be a staple in my collection. But seeing these obscure pieces of art that I had no idea existed. So exciting.

[@bladem.d6029]

So awesome to see you giving Xeric some love! I have several of them, and no watch brand I own has stuck up more conversations for sure. Please continue this series! Great to learn about small brands that don’t get much airspace on YT.

[@late_blue]

I have two watches from Cincinnati Watch Company and I 100% recommend them!

[@rhorto01]

More of these please. And I like Cincy Chili, Skyline for 3 way, Gold Star for coneys!

[@dgrooney]

Yes, more of this please! I love being introduced to brands that hang out under the radar, especially affordable ones. Nice dig at Skyline Chili 😁

[@michaelhess4825]

I have a Xeric Vendetta (58 of 100, supposedly) and a Halograph 2. They have Seiko movements and match accuracy with my various Seiko's. I did have to send the vendetta in for a manufacturing defect, during COVID no less, but their support was pretty darn good! I really like their unique take on watches and would recommend them!

[@14ericksona]

That shade thrown on Skyline is unforgivable.

[@paulthomas5015]

Hey Teddy, thank you for introducing Cincinnati watches to me. I just checked their store and really love the "Concourse Campagne". Unfortunately Cincinnati has no European retailers, therefore a ~1000€ watch turns into a ~1300€ watch, due to import taxes. I might stick with my recently set targeted watch then, a Mido Ocean Star, which is also in the 1000€ price range.

[@danielroher3605]

This is my fave Teddy B. episode yet... why? These are all beautiful watches i would have never have heard of otherwise! wish i could buy one of each :)

[@oneone3211]

This series is very good. Please make several parts.

[@IemonandIime]

As a Cincinnati native, I would love to own a watch with "Cincinnati" on the dial

[@Feldos52]

As a native of Cleveland and graduate of Miami U, it would be hard for me to wear that... But I probably would. As a graduate of The OSU, I would say don't EVER preview a yellow and blue watch!! BTW, I have a beautiful scarlet and gray Hamilton diver that is awesome and accurate.

[@michaelkeefer4293]

I own a Xeric Halograph II Automatic and a Trappist-1 American Moonphase. They sure do garner a lot of attention when I wear them, they're definitely not watches you want to wear when trying to be discreet. I would very much like to see this as a series, would be nice to have some ideas to for adding some more unique designs to my collection.

[@CharlesGuerrero]

Would love to see more of this. Also, my buddy from Cincy curses your name for that Skyline dig!

[@westdoc]

Teddy: Great video. Thanks. Please do continue.

[@Corkboard753]

The circula compressor isn’t just styled as a compressor. It’s a true compressor. Love the series. Keep it going!

[@peabrained_11]

it's nice to hear about smaller, lesser-known, but still legitimate brands. I met the people behind Xeric recently at my first watch event.

[@Aaron365]

Love Cincinnati Watch Company! They make a great watch for the price!

[@ronaldpoppe3774]

Yes I would love to see more of these videos. I am a big fan of the Cincinnati watch company they offer good value for a good price. I own their field watch the P40 pilots watch and their new Guild watch in gold. I also have a small collection of vintage Gruen watches.

[@LauraKnotek]

I'd love to see more of these types of videos. I'm from Ohio but never heard of Cincinnati Watch Co. I love that black and white dial watch.

[@johnbecker1996]

Great idea! There's so much out there that we would never know about without videos like this.

[@randalcicero6996]

This is a great series idea. Thanks for being willing to continue this type of content.

[@shinnchoo3724]

Great showcases. We need more interesting watches instead of another black bay or moonwatch.

[@benssfdas]

Preach

[@BenSolleeKY]

Really enjoyed this… caused me to take another look at Paulen. I appreciate that you’re shining a light on all the makers not just the ones you sell.

[@joshros]

Most people missed the most divisive take of the video. Shots fired at skyline chili.

[@Yoshikaable]

He's from Ohio but he's not from Cincy!

[@dschmeuszer]

Worse take Teddy has ever made but he is from Cleveland. We Ohioians know about them and mistakes😂

[@wyked2000]

Love this as a series. It’s exciting to see there are really so many awesome watch brands out there that dont break your bank.

[@ideaynojodas]

Yeah, keep these videos coming. Last brand was fire 🔥

[@MrPhotographerDude]

Please continue with more of these videos. It's great to see innovative watches coming from smaller brands.

[@nickwest7724]

Definitely continue this series 😎 Would love to see a 500 which includes watches from Dan Henry, dials are off the chart!

[@jamesgreig8796]

Hi, I am definitely interested in more of this type of video. I found it very interesting and informative. 👍

[@donniesmith125]

❤ this was a really fun video. Enjoyed seeing a lot of stuff that I had never seen before. I think it would be great to continue the series.

[@Relo67]

Agree, love a continuation of watch brands under $1000 and perhaps another series below $2000. Dietrich is another worth looking into as well as Mark’s Islander watches👍🏼

[@SNJ_F8T3]

Definitely continue this series! Curious about your thoughts on Venezianico.

[@ichibansantos10]

Continue the series. It's good to see what all is out there

[@MarcAmAlb]

My favourite kind of videos from Teddy. I love discovering new brands.

[@Sadandverytired]

Please make more of these type of vids love em ❤❤❤

[@leoseo1152]

Love this series! Please do continue!!

[@antdenzic7977]

Great video. Maybe make it one day a month when you showcase these type of watches. I think it breaks it up from the regular watches we see all the time. It's great to know what else is out there at decent quality.

[@rodg2335]

I enjoy pretty much all your content....so sure...more of these please.

[@rickendesai]

Love the series. I personally own two Xeric watches for the past three years. Really love this series and would love to learn about new brands.

[@freeze1280]

Nice video, love seeing the more affordable watches. Would love to see your opinion about Henry Archer, they make great watches between 500-1000 bucks. I got the Akva Meteorite and absolutely love it!

[@alvinmick218]

Please continue this format of highlighting little known watches. I find this fascinating and so much fun!

[@GregTaylor-ei2tz]

Would love to see more in this series, and I appreciate that they’re not all manufactured by brands that you sell.

[@PlamenBarzev]

Xeric was a surprise! Great video - make it a series. Brand that will fit the category is echo/neutra - they have a quite stunning moonphase - AVERAU 39 Moon phase “Big Moon” White under $1000.

[@rickfanning5647]

Introducing new and under appreciated brands has always been Teddy’s grove. Love it.

[@2steaksandwiches665]

I’ve been following Cincinnati watch company for a few years now. Not ready to pull the trigger on one, but I do respect them.

[@jmparkerbishop]

Keen to see more of this, thanks alot Teddy 👍

[@craigbesscares]

love this... yes, do more and make it a series!

[@dfox98]

I like this series. The Xeric brand has so many unique attention-grabbing watches 🔥 thank you!!

[@onecryingjohnny]

Would love for this to be a series! Keep it going especially with spotlighting obscure brands that make affordable pieces!

[@earldhulst1719]

Would love to see this continue. Thanks

[@Hrethgir]

I've got an old Gruen Precision Day Date, used to be my grandpa's! Don't remember the last time I heard Gruen mentioned randomly in a watch video! Don't know exactly what year it is, but probably late 50's, since it still has Radium lume. Needs some work, should get that done while I can.

[@charlesmcclune8892]

Teddy don't be dissing on Skyline Chili 🤨 but I must say the Cincinnati Watch Company's Union Terminal Automatic Black Special Edition is a fantastic piece😎 by all means this theme is a keeper 😁

[@reflex8698]

I have 2 xerics, an emerald triptych and a halograph II. I can’t recommend them enough, phenomenal quality and looks. By far my favorite watches in my collection, they also spark the most conversations out of all the watches I own as well.

[@moneymikz]

I got a great deal on the triptych with the lapis lazuli dial. Looks great and interesting ofc but since they were asking $1300 retail I would expect a little bit better quality leather strap.

[@reflex8698]

@@moneymikz yeah they had some crazy deals a few months back! And completely agree that the strap is definitely the weakest aspect, but still decent quality

[@xericwatches]

@@moneymikz Triptych has a sapphire crystal. We feel ya on the strap - not our finest hour.

[@moneymikz]

@@xericwatches you’re right ice cold sapphire front and back, I was thinking of one of my other 30 watches lol. And thank you for the refreshing honesty about the strap, keep up the good work.

[@WeirdTroll666]

the purple one looks awesome

[@mattbagasaomusic7735]

Beautiful selection here. Thanks for sharing Teddy!

[@theONEwatches713]

Love this video Teddy, there are so many amazing watch brands and you showcased some fantastic ones.

[@brianj6701]

The series is great keep them coming.

[@I-Libertine]

Yes, this should be a series!

[@johnnystone2127]

Love this series! Please continue. Thanks Teddy.

[@shadowgolem9158]

These are wonderful! Thank you!

[@THX-vb8yz]

Thank you..... now I've found some new watches to collect and enjoy.

[@sladegt40]

Definitely please keep this as a series

[@lonewolf3611]

Please continue this series

[@ThomasGeisler-gv5ld]

Bought the Certina blue from Teddy yesterday🤣

[@googleaccount8865]

Teddy Bulbasaur, I choose you!

[@nreid90]

I just started looking at USA based microbrands. I was surprised at how many incredible watches I found. Would make a good video

[@priyankthakkar]

Love this series

[@rmd4209]

Very nice video Teddy!! Thanks for the upload, never knew these brands existed. 😍 Very interesting dials for sure. More videos of this kind please!

[@Ry_host]

Xeric deserves much more time. The vendetta and invertor lines from them are truly what makes them special. Additionally the halograph has many models with way better colorways.

[@QuangNguyen-oh6ju]

Please keep this going

[@Spectrecontrol]

Lots of cool innovations here

[@valientdiscretion]

Yes please, continue series. Thanks Teddy.

[@smokie4104]

Great vid, yes continue the series.

[@esMusicalus]

I have the Xerox Halograph II bronze. Really well put together watch

[@cesarmartinez7098]

The beaubleu looks nice, definitely a unique piece. Love the video look foward to more like these!

[@KhanAhmed]

Always love watching your videos. I'm a newbie to the world of horology despite owning a few of the big branded wrist candy's. But do love learning about various mirco bands and how they bring creativity and fun into a rather serious world of wrist watch. Keep up the good work and please do more videos on micro brands and may be your views on micro brand watchs which ones may become niche classic collector watchs in the future.

[@ziggymack2233]

Definitely invested in continuing this series. I was also happy to see Damasko in the last upload as it’s my daily beater. It was also nice to learn about another brand other than Christopher Ward that has made a modern supercompressor diver Current favorite of this particular upload is the beaubleu. Loving learning about these more obscure designs and brands

[@user-ke6xt1yl1l]

Hello Teddy, Paulin, Beaubleu, Cincinnatti, Circula and, of course, are rather well know micro brands. And it whas a pleasure to hear you taking about them. Thanks you.

[@eyeheartsushi2212]

These were cool watches to see. Please continue the series.

[@drewsleyy3836]

I can’t believe you covered Beaubleu, wow! I’m considering their GMT, great design. Please consider this series!

[@TheFinkFarm]

Yes, continue the series

[@etebol]

Great video as always. No matter what they say, you are legit in my book.

[@abbywallace5154]

Of course, like most people on your channel have watched for years, but this is one of the best series I’ve seen. There were four companies I’ve never heard of and they had some very unique ideas. (Although one of them looks like the Copernicus). Good job as usual.

[@vkulkarn78]

I would give you a thumbs up… except for the hate on Skyline Chili. Skyline rocks. I would like to see this series continue though.

[@jasongoergen9786]

Would love to see this as a series!

[@paulhart2021]

The French brand is so cool, looks like you can still read the time okay and what a great conversation piece but really pretty too❤

[@circulawatches]

Great series. Would also be interesting to see different price brackets. Thank you for including Circula again (two in a row must be some kind of record on the channel ;-)

[@Feldos52]

I have a new driver from Nite Watches, a UK company. I bought the Alpha and love it. In addition, free shipping got the watch to me in perfect condition from UK in 48 hours. Very bright blue lume. Another brand I'm exploring is LIV. Swiss made watches and ships free from Miami, FL. My watch is being delivered tomorrow. Continue this series if you can. From one Cleveland/Akron bro to another.

[@ShalisaDume]

I like the watch I got from amzwatch. That rubber strap combo looks really cool! Been wearing it since last year and love every minute of it.

[@kader2529]

Thank you Teddy for this excellent video. It's very important to talk about independent, less known brands and affordable watches. Most of the watch enthusiasm starts to buy their first serious watch at 500$ and below. We want these small watch manufacturers to survive. Again thank you.

[@jessicadudley8278]

It’s rare to hear someone talk about Cincinnati watches, but I’ve always liked their look.

[@oneone3211]

You can make a separate video on Zeric watches.

[@MJGreptiles]

Been waiting for Xeric to get some screen time. Love my Invertor

[@herbmerced7780]

I love this series! More please!

[@MadariDaniels]

I'm genuinely impressed with how close amzwatch were able to replicate every aspect of this very very goofy looking classic watch.