Talking Watches With Greg Selch, Father To An 'Orphan' Watch Collection

[@Idk-dd2gn]

This is exactly what I wanted to see from Hodinkee. An interesting, humble, unique collection and a knowledgable watch lover. Not just somebody collecting the same three brands.

[@rogerspencer-jones785]

I totally agree with you. I have been hankering over a Mathey Tissot , one of the new gmts. And I feel someone with authority has given me his humble valediction.

[@Idk-dd2gn]

@@rogerspencer-jones785 I hope you manage to get your hands on one!

[@rogerspencer-jones785]

@@Idk-dd2gn Hope springs eternal.

[@tryitout-701]

The only reason to not buy AP, Rolex, and Patek is the budget. Don’t kid yourself.

[@Idk-dd2gn]

​@@tryitout-701 Obviously I would absolutely love to own a watch from any of those brands, but what I was getting at is that talking watches has been feeling very repetitive. Like John's collection. They're all cool watches but we've seen them a million times, it's just "This Daytona is slightly different to the millions of others you've seen, therefore I spent your entire neighbourhood's life savings combined on it." It gets so boring and depressing. This video actually taught me about watches I hadn't seen before and reminded me of watches I forgot existed. And what's even better than that, I can afford them.

[@fangzhengguo8089]

This is the type of Talking Watches we need. Not the same kind of nebulous stories with a clear intention of just wanting to spend some money.

[@GailitisPrintmaking]

A true collector. Not someone who buys watches to put in the vault and waits for them to get more expensive.

[@tytytyme33]

That zenith defy would be my fav I think.

[@BrittPearceWatches]

Exaactly! It's so nice to see!

[@harrysavvides5655]

Mine puts them in a vault but doesn’t care abt their value haha

[@Cotivity]

I see you wear a Seiko...LOL, jk. This chap has some bizarre pieces.

[@sagittjm8641]

A true collector.An interesting, humble, unique collection and a knowledgable watch lover. Not just somebody collecting the same three brands.

[@cartergjenkins]

Would have been nice to formally introduce Greg to the audience. I had no idea who he was. I had to google him.

[@abcefg9830]

I was thinking the same thing! Good point. You owe it to someone who is hosting your show at their home.

[@Newtypenewtype]

The article and the description directly under the video start exactly with that question.

[@cartergjenkins]

@@Newtypenewtype Oh Ya, I guess I should read the description.....Maybe I would not have to google that much! Thanks for the lesson on looking before I leap.

[@tbprofile1295]

Yes, and out of respect to the guest they should do the standard blurb as Ben does.

[@BrittPearceWatches]

I thought the exact same thing!

[@Ceteth]

One of the best episodes so far. Mr Selch - amazing collection, it's great to see so big variety of watches and no single Rolex/Omega/PP/AP etc. etc. congrats !

[@12sin8]

Haha I'm pretty sure he's wearing a Daytona, so he's not totally immune to the big name manufacturers! 😅

[@Ceteth]

@@12sin8 different lugs, different bracelet, different bezel, huge crown and no screw down pushers, I'm sure it's not a Daytona. You can see it pretty well at 10:22

[@differentxminds9907]

I clicked this on a whim and this it has to be one of the best episodes of Talking Watches. I have a lot of research to do after seeing this!

[@wookiefuzz]

Absolutely one of the most compelling episodes so far. Great collection focusing on pieces with real history and a guest that marches to the beat of his own drum. Fantastic stuff.

[@ricardoskerrett197]

I keep coming back to this one. It's like a movie for me about the real joy of collecting. This is the good stuff!

[@med-3000]

Wonderful collection. These obscure gems are where watching collecting gets really fun and exciting. A history lesson. Thank you.

[@mkl5624]

One of the top 3 or 4 episodes ever. This is what TW should be.

[@timothyacowin9761]

This is so much better than looking at the same three pateks over and over again

[@mikeeagletube]

One of the nicest collections I've seen in a long time. Welcome change from all the (overhyped) new stuff 😊👍🏻

[@SinghformeMickey]

My favorite Talking Watches yet. So humble and excited about his orphan time pieces.

[@robertschmidt9584]

I really like Cole’s calmness and certain positivity in his approach. And the collector...truly appreciative and lover of horology.

[@KD-dl5gv]

This is what i like to see. No hype, carefully curated and proper vintage.

[@jasont4847]

I get pretty tired of the same ol' high-end watch brands, but this was so refreshing. Lots of stuff I've never seen before. Reminded me why I collect watches. Great video!

[@mikulasmacas1013]

Absolutely amazing episode. This is what collecting means to me. All the pieces are unique, rare, special, yet unseen, unknown, waiting to be discovered... Please do make more of such collectors!

[@TheDaniyool]

"Collect knowledge, and then collect watches"

[@michaelniemer4449]

This, exactly, is my favorite quote from this episode.

[@derekflanderschang9654]

Most collectors - collect money, then flex it.

[@basjeveld]

What a fantastic episode! This is what talking watches should be about. Kudos!!

[@aciel-tv]

Ah finally an episode :o

[@clockmaker1]

Now this is the collection of a true watch lover! Thank you Hudinki for this episode!

[@Avenlock]

I must say that this episode has been refreshing and highly informative throughout - great to see a collection which captures the essence of watch collecting.

[@Brajin1]

So glad this series is back!! This episode was very cool, you get the impression there is a unique search/journey behind every piece.

[@Damage_Inc]

I've really been impressed by Cole. I think he *gets* HODINKEE.

[@audemarspiguet4237]

FINALLY, the real Hodinkee is back

[@burritomaker69]

After that article on masculinity being toxic by nature will they ever truly be back? Unlikely so.

[@audemarspiguet4237]

@@burritomaker69 haven’t read the article but yeah I feel like Hodinkee is just about making money and selling their “soul” to big corporates. No longer for true enthusiasts

[@SwissWatchGang]

Another great Talking Watches!

[@daneconnelly]

This is a massively important episode of talking watches. I love Goldberger, Mayer, Fred Savage, and many other talking watches episodes. However, this is a democratic episode of talking watches. This is what people need.

[@safroncoriander4848]

This is the type of talking watches that i will watch over and over again

[@planecrashcorner7283]

Someone I've always wanted to see on Talking Watches is Conan O'Brian. Not sure why, but every time I watch a clip of his I see his watch and wonder about his collection

[@benjaminchow8976]

What does he have?

[@hanafiiryadi1467]

@@benjaminchow8976 I have seen him with a Luminor Marina (on the steel bracelet) in quite a few episodes and segments. His colleague Jordan Schlansky wears a Daytona and Conan seems to be pretty familiar with it based on their conversation in one segment I watched, so maybe Conan has one too? Other than that I’ve never really seen other noticeable pieces on Conan.

[@planecrashcorner7283]

@@hanafiiryadi1467 I've for sure seen him with a Panerai as well

[@katzengedichte]

Ellen might have a nice collection, too.

[@hanafiiryadi1467]

@Parker S Oh gorgeous! This I’d like to see!

[@sukantasingha6511]

One of the best episode in hodinkee..No hype,not pretentious and amazing host.Proper collector, proper episode.

[@raduflorin6154]

This episode is truly amazing , the fact that they are worn and unrestored , tells a great story , i have been watching a lot of watch videos , but i have never seen anything this genuine , till now , and i have learned some new things !!

[@MrJoelee73]

Just brilliant! Greg is one of the nicest guys on Instagram, a true enthusiast and a gentleman. Bravo Hodinkee bravo 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@BrittPearceWatches]

Oh I loved just listening to Greg talk about watches. This is exactly what I needed!

[@MrKayDeeJay]

Great episode, love the shear amount of history on display here! Particularly like the UGs and the Gallet!

[@sangyeung2368]

Appreciated to see a collection showing his thoughts and personality.

[@wolfsulhan9955]

My favourite Talking Watches to date. Here's someone who doesn't follow but leads.

[@OLofwenius]

Breath of fresh air, not just a unrealistic collection of golden pateks. More like this please :D

[@rodrigogutierrezreyes4702]

Love how most of his watches are now "obscure" brands that most people don't know about. A true enthusiast. Absurd collection!

[@urgudas]

This is a fantastic and unique collection, and a killer Talking Watches episode after a long time.

[@mayankpahuja1876]

A kind of the episodes which restores my faith in watch collection, not anyone who keeps collecting different Rolexes or Omegas. This is the humble and true collection... something which I have been trying to do with my collection. I really appreciate for making this episode. Please make more of them!!

[@antonioramalhete6441]

This is, without any doubt, the best Talking Watches up untill now with the possible exception of Jean-Claude Biver. Less "Rich Boy Stars" and more commun and very uncommun very savy peole and collectors like Mr. Greg Selch ! Amazing interview ! Congratulations ! More of these, please !

[@richardc.5289]

This might be my favorite Talking Watches. Thanks for the knowledge Hodinkee and Mr. Greg Selch. 🙏

[@antoniocorniola7628]

This is the best talking watches you guys have done, beautiful watches and I learnt more in this episode then any other episode.

[@NitroModelsAndComics]

That Doxa Military seconds hand dragging a piece of dust around with it KILLS me! Brilliant!

[@chriszangmeister2922]

This is 10x better than most TW episodes. He has passion, knowledge and history. More like this please.

[@Supercruze]

What an eclectic collection of vintage watches. Great interview.

[@jamiebarrett8095]

This feels like a return to the original Talking Watches. Great interview. Authentic and fun! Reminds me why I love this hobby.

[@tomlanglands9490]

It is indeed about time we had some of this proper watch nerdery - fascinating collection. Now if only old mate Pulverine can get some of this action on the pod... wouldn't that make for some interesting listening. Bravo Cole - congrats to Greg on an incredible collection of watches.

[@jamesmolina3288]

I would love to see Talking Watches with James May. Something fun and interesting at the same time.

[@burritomaker69]

I do not agree anyone on top gear is a bit annoying.

[@davidhouston8017]

Thank You Hodinkee! This is what the social media needs. Awesome scholarship for the love of the industry. Greg could be the Bob Dylan of our world👍

[@mpikers]

The OG Plaubel Makina on the shelf is awesome. I have a Plaubel Makina 670 and it's the best camera I've ever used.

[@TheNotoriousKID]

Now that’s a collection a watch enthusiast can appreciate.

[@zezitoh1546]

Finally a collection that's not all rolex and patek.

[@thelifecode8681]

It is lovely to see you back again

[@mardanemm]

A purist who elevates our passion. One of my favorite episodes.

[@huntermetaldetecting9479]

Insanely beautiful collection! (no polishing, it's extra extra!) It was a pleasure to watch them thank you.

[@theenavybluemonster]

Wow! What a great episode. This was fun. Watches are fun.

[@OmegaR4y]

Great guy and awesome collection!

[@mikekamler]

Fantastic video - pure and to the heart of collecting by a genuine enthusiast! Well done Greg and Cole!

[@mblandingt]

Very very nice video!. So refreshing to see a true watch collector talking watches out of knowledge and passion.

[@davidhouston8017]

There are very few people who will drill down to this level of history. I highly enjoyed this video - thank you Greg.

[@MaciejMichalski88]

I hope that this episode gets a lot of views to emphasize to the Hodinkee editorial team what the audience wants. Put it in Reddit, share it y’all!

[@michaelwoods3707]

Nice episode with some interesting pieces that I've never seen documented before.

[@joev6049]

Finally an actual enthusiast and not just a “let me roll out the same watches you’ve seen in every video and call it my watch collection” video. Those types might as well just open their wallet and say here’s my watch collection. This guy is passionate. His character shows in his collection and that’s a true collector.

[@sutats]

Appreciating the smooth sweeping hands on the higher beat rate watches.

[@marconimotet2065]

Hands down the best talking watches episode.

[@dehoyosrudolph8885]

Great episode, love how he has just a duffel bag full of watches. Great job!

[@sonnysy9637]

Very impressive vintage collection. More of these please.

[@jolness1]

This was fun. I haven't seen several of these before. Vintage stuff is so fun.

[@nadgeemark]

Thank you for this interview. Greg is a true connoisseur. 🙏🏼

[@charliedunne8027]

Hooray Greg! Thank you Hodinkee. Great stuff Cole!

[@fullymechanical9055]

Go Greg !......, love that defy. Well done on the collection.

[@Christianplus10]

Always a good day when a new Talking Watches airs.

[@qwertyman9560]

Collect knowledge, then collect watches - beautifully said!

[@natrajm324]

Wonderful episode ! As a military Watch collector I can relate a lot to this episode

[@English2Elvish]

Much enjoy collectors like this so much - real passion and explains and showcases in a fun way! Not flexing, even for rare and obscure items.

[@AndreasGilbert666]

Insanely cool collection. Would love a part 2

[@phmwu7368]

What a fascinating guy with an amazing collection of great wristwatches which he researched, collected and wore as these were meant to... more "vintage" Talking Watches please !!! Edit: Hoping there's a part 2 to this...

[@BenTramer]

A true watch enthusiast. Very cool. Great job.

[@konadora]

this was such an educational episode, i learnt so much from such a well-curated collection. it felt like an actual collection and not a showcase of rich people buying rich popular watches. thank you so much!

[@fadz200]

My attitude to watch collecting changed after watching this, a true collector

[@zetoch]

Fantastic episode. Great to see someone who is building his collection based on its own knowledge and taste rather than his Instagram account. Well done Cole and team.

[@NitroModelsAndComics]

Working on a Valjoux 72 or 72s is a test in watchmaking competency IMHO. Sorry, I keep posting but this is my fave episode so far.

[@ngoodey]

Amazing episode. Really opens up your mind to all the vintage brands out there

[@gingeralejones7340]

Greg is a very nice guy. Happy to see this.

[@berare777]

My favorite episode of “Talking watches”.😊

[@asimplefarmer]

Seriously such a fun and unique collection.

[@kuivaa]

Great episode. No offence to the series, but so refreshing to hear someone talk about something else than their Submariners and Seamasters and Pateks. Lots of cool and quirky pieces here, when will we see someone talk about their Vostoks and Raketas?

[@Barnaby_bo]

Great episode, great collection. A return to form.

[@walthamstowman]

One of the best episodes…..and a very cool watch collection…..👍

[@notyourdaddy8300]

Great episode! What I love about some of these lesser known defunct brands is that basic time only pieces are very affordable. I have a nice Doxa and a Favre-Leuba, each cost less than $100. My big purchase will be a vintage Junghans chrono soon.

[@derekflanderschang9654]

From glancing at the thumbnail I thought Niko was doing the interview - first thought what a collab - second thought better not have any Hublot!!! Great piece as always from the Dink.

[@ClassicalProtestant]

Mathey Tissot on a TW episode...whoa. Clap it up folks!!!

[@antonioramalhete6441]

My favorite less know watch brand. Great episode.

[@timemoney2775]

Great EP of TW. Nice to see a vintage collector with the same taste as I do. Vintage watches do not need to be super expensive or always in mint condition. It is the connection that you have with them that matters.

[@seanang7845]

Love this , finally a real collection that a he says shows knowledge , no just the atypical Rollie , patek & such. Really interesting .

[@RyanWilliams-os6xw]

A true collector indeed. Love seeing Enicar and Doxa

[@francoismontresmecaniques7082]

The late UG gold tri compax is one of my favourite UG, and the Mathey Tissot ist wonderful. Beautiful collection.

[@kindredwinecoff]

Finally someone with more sense than money.

[@gambee_]

Refreshing change of pace from the usual Rolex/Patek/AP