State of the Collection 2020 - A Ride from Vostok to Rolex

In this episode I'd like to present my collection of wristwatches. With a little explaining how I see wristwatches come twelve timepieces between entry class and high end in brief watch reviews. Brands in this video are Tissot, Rolex, Dubey & Schaldenbrand, Omega, Poljot, Vostok, Oris, Seiko and Seagull.
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[@20thcenturyboy85]

Absolute coolest watch collection! No need to spend Massive Amounts of money when one has such fantastic tastes and style! Tim is TRULY in a most elegant Class of his own. Respect and admiration. Thanks for all your videos.

[@lukedemello2077]

I love it. This has to be one of the most honest collections I've seen on KZbin. Glad I subbed!

[@curious5557]

I agree with the others, great collection. This is what I like about watches, the collecting and the enthusiasm. I despise the "flipper" mentality of most "watch Channels." Thank you and Happy New Year!

[@forestcop2399]

Same here

[@peterfowler8377]

Music, watches, tailoring, business, technology and a wicked sense of humor...I think the term is 'renaissance man'. Well done.

[@wasimoto_7540]

You`ve got an authentic vibe. I really like how congruent your watch collection is with your appearance, your character, your overall taste/style. Although it is not my style/taste, you get my respect for appreciating the deeper values those watches carry in them (I used to collect Russian watches) and for staying true to yourself and your style. You got some serious guitar skills too, brilliant playing!

[@forestcop2399]

Let's all try to share this awesome channel. Should be up to a million subscribers imho.

[@CasebackWatches]

Sharing the channel would be super kind, guys. I'm not sure if I'm ready for the million (!) but it's really encouraging for me to see it grow. Thanks a lot!

[@MaleGolfer]

Lovely collection, Tim and I enjoy the guitar playing. Real style has no price! This is one of my favorite watch channels.

[@soljaime]

Came for the music, stayed for the watches. Brilliant!

[@c.w.9615]

If your collection is under 10 grand, that makes it that much better. Your collection is impeccable.

[@vinceandtheresa1243]

I come for the watches but I stay for the guitar playing! Thank you, it's wonderful.

[@jwags24]

I really enjoyed how unique your collection is! Can't wait to see how it changes for 2020.

[@Jack-is9sm]

A brilliant video. I really like how you like inexpensive watches too. I have some luxury watches but I also have loads of inexpensive watches that I really love wearing. You don't have to get an expensive watch to get a really nice, good quality watch. I have inexpensive watches that I like more than some of my more luxurious brands.

[@davidlloydjones752]

Absolutely Tim. Watches are more than just tools, and a collection of components, they each represent something which is non-tangible. An idea, a style, a memory, an era, they can represent so many things, and don't need to cost the earth. Look forward to more of your esoteric videos. Nos da.

[@jonathanrobinson9208]

Great collection ! I like how fun and diverse it is !👌

[@arikjohnson412]

Tim I love your unapologetic style - one of the best people in the watch world and not a bad collection either. Much love my man!

[@CasebackWatches]

Thank you!

[@martinmoore8216]

Thouroughly enjoyed the collection presentation. I related to the style.

[@stass5363]

I've been looking for an old american watch 20s-40s, Benrus, Elgin and Hamiltons. Something with a tank case with unique lugs and some fancy engraving. Maybe something like that might be fun for your collection since they are inexpensive and very different to anything made today.

[@johnasher9868]

I love your collection, you have beautiful pieces. I too prefer things that a bit unusual and not very common, so I completely relate to your collecting style. Keep up the good work!

[@bonhzeppelin9882]

Thanks for sharing your personal **Timtastic** collection! I learned from your video prestige, price, value//valuations, doesn't necessarily a great watch collection make! What suits your comfort, style, and taste is obviously the most important consideration.

[@anamisidro8453]

My favourites: Dubey (magic); Oris (cool); Seagull ( clever) -just bought one myself and the Datejust (absolut classic) bought the new one last year. Pretty balanced and cool collection 👌

[@thenexthobby]

For me, that Tissonic would delete the purpose of the Geneve based on looks alone. Tim, thank you for sharing and playing for us. Being able (and willing ... ) to appreciate a variety of watches across the horology spectrum is truly what this hobby is all about in my opinion. Unless it's a diver or a military watch. No one should own either. (That's a joke.)

[@kaminschornstein7226]

I like your unpretentious style, which is reflected in the collection. Also the music, being a fan of Django myself (and of Grapelli, since I play the violine). I have a good suggestion for you: as you are a) German, b) a musician, c) a collector of limited or rare pieces, and d) you have hardly a colored dial or square watch, the Grönemeyer Stahl 1 would be a perfect watch for you! They come in green or blue by Wempe Glashütte, each was limited to 250 pieces. They would also fit your style of clothing, and you could wear them for concerts. And Grönemeyer is a good musician and fellow watch collector. So keep your eyes open, in case you come across one.

[@paceyombex]

You are a watch enthusiast, the clear sign is that you just love watches, regardless of brands and price.

[@nadzmiharon9073]

Did you guys not wait till the very end of the video?? I never watched a watch channel that had something like that! What a treat

[@michaelkeaton32]

I'm late in finding this channel. Man, aside from the personality and opinions, I love the outro! I haven't really listened to that type of music, but I like it. Such a unique channel; glad I stumbled upon it!

[@CasebackWatches]

Thanks, glad to hear!

[@MsJake199]

Nice collection, love the Oris and the Dubey but also the vintage Omegas! Looking forward to the developments in 2020.

[@jc8270]

I like your collection Tim ; really stylish and classic. If you let me make you a recommendation: Take a look to the Tissot heritage Porto mechanical ; I think that if you have not seent yet you will get in love with it and change for the tissot bananna ( same style; not so big; and mechanical better than quartz).

[@christianmotos]

Cool outro performance! It's always nice to see watch collector musicians.

[@menaseven9093]

Nice original watch collection, I like the Oris, the Dubey, the Omega Speedmaster, the Rolex Datejust, the Seagull Chronograph and the Vostok alarm. Nice guitar solo at the end of the video.

[@Freco1967]

Thank you! Lovely collection, Tim...

[@richardsmegma5081]

I like the ethos behind this collection. These pieces are very 'Tim' 😉

[@lucioledizerot196]

A very original and personal watch collection, love it :)

[@mackiswhackable]

Your Speedmaster Reduced is a stunner! Lovely two tone and that crisp white dial is just gorgeous.

[@neilpiper9889]

I wear the Sea-gull 1963 on the green nato using the method which only has one layer of strap between the back of te watch and the wrist. I have the Poljot alarm which is a great conversation piece. I agree about searching out rare vintage watches. I collect Sea-gull St5 watches which are very accurate hand winders from the late 1970s. I have 3. I just found a rare Sea-gull St5d with a date. Pinkish red sunburst dial with applied logo and indices in a brushed cushion type case. I also have a late 1970s Seiko 5 which is a classic style. My watchmender says the older Seiko's were the best. Less plastic I bought it and the Sea-gulls for £50 and will never sell any of them . Nice video sir. Keep them coming please.

[@roydoorenspleet1548]

Love your collection. Speaks volumes. And you play a good tune.

[@bani_niba]

Fantastic collection. You are true collector. Not the same old luxury watches seen on other watch channels. Bravo!

[@roybaker6970]

Your collection has a focus on dressy watches which is a refreshing change from the tool watches and rich men's watches often found in other collections presented on KZbin. Consider obtaining the first watch design offered by Nomos in the 1990"s. A vintage Tagente will expand your dress watch range with a Bauhaus look. A rare 1998 18k gold Tagente with the ETA 7001 movement may spark your interest and is currently listed on Chrono 24.

[@thermionic1234567]

You have a great sense of history and style. I’m half way through and contemplating getting every one of the watches you’ve shown. Very-strategic selection of genres!

[@MikeOBrien1945]

So nice to see a meaningful collection that doesn’t include a damn dive watch. I’d suggest that you take a look at this Hamilton Mens H24411732 Ventura Stainless Steel Watch with Black Leather Band. It is something that is in the size rage that you like, definitely has a distinctive design as it is neither round nor square, and has some fun history. Anyway, thanks for the great videos. Cheers

[@lukedemello2077]

That classic sized Ventura is amazing! It would compliment his musical background for sure.

[@hansmayer7587]

How much for the Oris? :D just kidding very nice and unique collection. It is refreshing to see something different than Seiko divers and sport Rolexes Thanks for the music at the end it always makes me feel like I am on vacation

[@jimmymartone6947]

I am new to your channel, having subscribed about a month ago. I have to say you’ve quickly become my favorite watch enthusiast/reviewer. And that’s saying something since I’ve subscribed to dozens. I love your take on collecting, and like you, I see watches for their style and beauty more than for their performance or function, and I certainly don’t focus on brand. Your approach speaks to a wide range of collectors, inclusive of all budget ranges. Your lack of pretentiousness is refreshing, and as long as you keep making videos, you’ll have a viewer and fan in me. Keep up the excellent work

[@CasebackWatches]

Thank you for the kind comment!

[@love4watches_pt765]

Great collection! My favourites are the Oris, Speedmaster and the dubey & schaldenbrand! Any of these I would love to add to my collection. Great content, keep it up.

[@briancarpenter1255]

Great video Tim, and I must say you have a marvelous collection. Even your so called lower tear watches are very nice and I can tell that you take pride in their care. Enjoy your collection and I will continue to enjoy your content. Thanks, Brian.

[@bobsyeruncle4841]

Super watch collection and the music is really even better Happy new year Tim.

[@mickeyx6746]

Hi Tim. I agree with your comment that $8K is a lot of money to have tied up in anything! Your watch collection is not entirely to my taste but mine may not be to yours. That’s the fun of it: whatever floats your boat! Also I applaud your homage to Django!!! I saw a fender headstock behind you in your video and wondered what your involvement with the guitar was. I see you are quite studied and accomplished in that art. I’m also a guitarist, more in the blues/rock tradition in practice, but I I admire many artists and styles of playing. Django, Charlie Byrd, Pat Metheny, John McLaughlin, and of course my direct influences like Hendrix, Clapton, Jimmy Page, Jeff Beck and many many others too numerous to list. Anyway great applause for your playing!!! Oh, and I recommend a cool Seiko diver, like an Seiko SKX009, SKX007, or, for a more compact look, SKX013! Cheers and play on Brother!

[@thegit8698]

Don't you just hate it when people can only appreciate a watch collection by it's value instead of it's content, I have a seagull and it is definitely one of my favourite watches, I was also looking at getting a poljot alarm

[@joeg9478]

Great collection Tim....a lot of variety and a lot of flavor. Vintage watches just put a big smile on my face. Thanks for the video.

[@eyeheartsushi2212]

I like your collection, Tim. I also have the Seagull 1963 and yes, I also got rid of the nato strap it came with.

[@lukegerard9009]

Excellent collection Tim! The only thing missing is a classic Flieger ;)

[@othablackett9363]

Great video Tim, the music at the end was a bonus, now I wish my parents made me take music lessons like my younger siblings. I thought I would've seen a flieger in your collection, your video on the WW11 fliegers was the best. Keep up the great work.

[@EscapementWatch]

Love this guy! Love the date just! im going to have one on the channel one day!

[@fletchoid]

I love the variety in your watch collection and the stories that go along with some of them. Your lighting in this video created a lot of glare so some of the watches I couldn't see all that well. I have subscribed because I think your watch collectiing philosophy is similar to mine. I look forward to your future videos. (Also: Love the guitar at the end)

[@rockon21ful]

Stunning collection Tim! Love it from top to bottom and many pieces you just cant put a price tag on, that's how a collection should be, its not about "how much" every watch cost! There are many factors that go into a watch collection and you've done a great job! Thank you for all the wonderful videos. PS: also love the guitar playing;)

[@chrispenn715]

I have the very same Omega Geneve - my wife bought it for me as a 25th wedding anniversary present 15 years ago!

[@jarodstevens2710]

Excellent collection Tim👍 the 0utro was very relaxing and smooth you really are a fantastic guitar player sir.. I enjoyed your collection wear it in good health and I can't wait till the next video! cheers..

[@CasebackWatches]

Thanks a lot, Jarod.

[@Lunalysis]

Don't ask me why this just popped into my head, but I can see a Hamilton Jazzmaster in your collection.

[@LuxPsy]

He used to have a Hamilton Jazzmaster but sold it. It was featured in his 2019 state-of-current-collection video.

[@pth8888]

Very cool collection and thank you for sharing! Watch collecting is not about the value but the enjoyment of wearing and appreciating the watches itself. What next? Hunt for the next rare one 😁

[@joseflehmann5417]

Hello Tim, this a very nice video and a stunning collection. Your positions on watches are very similar to mine, especially what you said in your last watch collection video. Ticking boxes is absolutely not my thing too! I think a Nomos would fit your collection pretty well, I really love these watches and my next watch maybe will be a Tangente

[@chrishardnett3430]

I absolutely love your approach to purchasing watches and admire your collection. I am definitely a fan

[@steven3379]

Very nice Indeed! Thanks for sharing! 👏👏👏

[@markthorpe1528]

Love Jazz,Watches and your channel Tim.You need a Hamilton Jazzmaster in Black.Keep up the good work buddy.

[@Silver-st2zq]

Real interesting collection especially like the Dubey&Scaldenbrand and nice Guitar playing👍

[@marioarnold7435]

Nice watch collection and guitar playing. I enjoyed it!

[@TheCrisimos]

Exquisite collection Tim!!

[@felixbader9223]

I’m guilty of being one of the guys trying to buy your Oris 7461... now I finally bought one and had to pay 550 Euro... still totally worth it!

[@CasebackWatches]

Congrats! Thats a very good price.

[@bettersteps]

That Oris is an eye catcher. Nice piece for a collection. Good job.

[@CasebackWatches]

Thanks!

[@alanwright3172]

A nice little collection of little watches, all the best for the new decade 😁 P.s. the 1963 is so thick because of the column wheel Chronograph movement and to get one of those at this price point is unique, a real gem🧐

[@leo.f.v.andersson]

Great vid as always and great collection to. My absolute favorite was the Dubey&Schaldenbrand, superb looking watch. My recommendation for your next purchase would be a nice 36-38mm semi-vintage divewatch. Not your style maybe but everyone should have one and maybe you could pull off a two-tone. Something like a 38mm Squale 1545 two-tone. Loved the tune, keep up the good work.

[@CasebackWatches]

Thanks for the hint, I'm open for a diver for the summer. Last year I had that Landeron, but it was too basic and didn't resonate long enough so i've flipped it.

[@roamy3605]

Really fine collection! I enjoyed it. In the future I'd like to see you do a street walking tour of your city/village just to see what you see day to day. You can leave out the 7-Elevens and McDonald's please, ha.. Hey, I think you need a watch with some color, a watch that has a fun color! It needs to be a watch that says, "Hey, look at me,, I'm a bright colored watch, gaze at my funky cool and crazy color. Like a yellow Omega Reduced Speedmaster Schumacher for example, but maybe more color. From a distance the color scheme of your watch collection put together in the last shot was like blahhhhh. I'm thinking about the Cyndi Lauper song "True Colors." Bring it!

[@markdrummond7]

Really enjoy you outlook on watches and life.

[@nolanolivier6791]

Could you perhaps do video on Helmut Sinn? Love the collection, btw; that Oris is one hell of a keeper...

[@idid1866]

Modest collection, you have there...nothing, seems to be out of place! That Oris👌

[@joseandrade8811]

Congratulations! What a beautiful, classic collection! The Tissot Banana is the only one I don't see myself wearing.

[@Jack-is9sm]

I have a Seagull 'Big Date' Chrono, and it looks gorgeous, the front and the exceptional looking movement in the back.

[@richardb22]

What no Seikos ! A world of vintage 38mm beauties .

[@CasebackWatches]

Seiko 5 in the beginning of the video! Good morning ;-)

[@peterkull8354]

Nice and very personal watch collection (just like mine) without utter respect to money. Thanks Tim for the guitar extra benefit. Perhaps a more contemporary choice might be favourable, perhaps a Hamilton Khaki handwound with this wonderful H 50 silicium hairspring movement ? This video contains all of Tim´s very particular details, thank you mate !

[@davidcoleman2463]

Really nice watches . I love them all . Keep making the great videos .

[@66Perfekt]

Loved the Music at the end....Beatiful watches too

[@davidcoleman2463]

I am planning to add a seagull 1963 chronograph . Just a cool watch with lots of history.

[@nicholasbetz2525]

A very interesting and different collection, really enjoyed it!

[@johngentile6814]

Nice collection and it shows you don’t have to spend a lot of bucks on watches I have a poljot alarm from from the 1970’s also

[@odedasouline8092]

baume et mercier classima, its not a vintage or a rare piece but I think it can add a nice flavour to your collection. Also it wont brake the bank

[@SunsetSheen]

What an incredibly unique collection. The Seiko and the Tissot were my favorite. Imagine if those brands re-released those models instead of some of the monstrosities that the release now.

[@SoleSavr]

This has reinvigorated my desire to collect Eastern European cars of the early 80’s. Incredibly cheap. Not sure why though. Neither am I certain why not many value these gems. They clearly don’t understand the value! Yes, that must be it.

[@nrs6956]

Very enjoyable. Refreshing lack of snobbery. Guitar is great. Would suggest you play "Third Man." Thank you.

[@lorithorpe3502]

you've got a lovely collection , i could see my bulova would fit in there nicely lol , it's an automatic , cream face , open heart watch , no 97A136 , i changed the strap for a paler one , & it looks lovely now .

[@geroldatlarge1841]

Cool collection. Good quality for the money. A few good stories too. You might consider talking about the state of the German watch industry.

[@sam9242]

Don't fall in love with Vostok. You'll find it's like sinking into Russian quicksand. Tha call of the sirens is hard to overcome. And I love the way you introduced the Seagull 1963 with the VERY LOUD TICKING it's known for.

[@BloodSoakedGoat]

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[@bking12762]

Nice collection! Also, Tim looks very spiffy wearing a pattern shirt and vest. I, on the other hand, would look like a DB. Some people just have style...

[@stevenuk]

mean 🎸 at the end 👍🏼

[@vanillacoffee]

Lovely collection Tim, great presentation - thanks for sharing. You need a diver to add to the collection. A vintage Seiko Turtle would compliment all your other watches.

[@CasebackWatches]

Actually a good idea. Robust and interesting look.

[@peterwilliams1618]

Thanks Tim fantastic collection, fantastic vidio, very happy new year !!!

[@rockon21ful]

Well thought out, beautiful collection 👏😎🍻

[@aintnomeaning]

Wood-dial Rolex. Head-only is not ridiculous in price. Maybe even the small square Cellini - they are unique and I never see them worn.

[@jackl.4738]

Great collection Tim! I love the Seagull 63 - probably the best value watch ever and highly underrated, and the Diplomatic is gorgeous. What happened to your Primero by the way?

[@CasebackWatches]

I‘ve sold the primeiro on Chrono because I wanted the cash for another project.

[@PierreMullin]

Great collection - love the originality and the fact that it is tailored (pardon the pun) to your tastes and style. I think a 1930's style tonneau or reverse would fit in well.

[@jimmunsw4795]

Nice mix collection, u got good taste bro 🎩👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@quehorassao00]

beautiful collection, one that I am going to buy next month its the Chinese Chronograph watch, the same that you have, it's beautiful. unfortunately, miss the date, I want my watches with the date but I will make an exception for this one

[@davelee9791]

Maybe a Classic Omega Pie pan black dial with Gold markers would add something just a little different to your beautiful eclectic collection.

[@alexfijman451]

Lovely things. Maybe a vintage bulova? Damn good quality for their time and found relatively inexpensive.