Talking Watches With René Beyer

[@mohanishkalra]

Best episode since the one with JCB. Such a humble and knowledgeable guest with a warm personality. The romance with watches, the museum and what these two put together stand for, is incredible. Thanks for making this a longer episode.

[@larryseiden4858]

One of the best talking watches! Thanks Hodinkee and Stephen.

[@alexweisstrost]

Probably best watches video I have seen. A real gentlemen talking about his toys. Wonderful

[@andivalentinus2912]

This is one of the best episodes I've seen so far.. Thank you Hodinkee

[@BigDutchKingTut]

This episode is one of my favorites..his charisma, the great stories, the collection...this is my third time watching it! 👍💘🔥

[@chrisnelson1712]

250 years of collecting and passion for watches. This will go down as the best Talking Watches, bar none. Amazing.

[@skink2020]

What a genuine and fascinating character. Keep up the splendid work.

[@dineshvishwakarma922]

Always love to watch this series .... I have watched all the episodes atleast 3 times .... I am not kidding... I love talking watches... Please make one video per day

[@paulpanzer9651]

Sehr sympathisch der Herr Beyer. Der nette Onkel von neben an. Mit Ihm wird es den ganzen Tag bestimmt nicht langweilig. Man könnte sich bestimmt mit Ihm ganzen Tag unterhalten....

[@j.kapiris]

I respect a watch fan that can appreciate the lower end watch models as well

[@Coolbutodd]

I'm so appreciative that a man like Renee respects a watch like the mondaine stop2go! I bought it for the same reason but no one seemed to really understand the uniqueness of it but so glad to hear from him how beautiful and unique it is!

[@martinweyden40]

Oh. i love this men talking. And his museum .

[@floydingram603]

Wow! This museum is like a heaven or a paradise of waches, and so nice gentleman, he loves all these pieces.

[@bubbaballer88]

This guy is incredible. If I make it to Zurich, I’m stopping by Beyer.

[@degriff]

A gentleman and his collection, excellent episode.

[@m.r.4801]

This accent haha... very kind man. Shows his collection, so everyone can enjoy his watches :)

[@pibblesnbits]

I really like this guy's ideologies. He seems very genuine.

[@JoeyP-hu3hp]

Wow! A very humble man indeed...

[@lecorsaire2283]

Thank you for this fantastic interview. I love the watches shown here including his father’s German Day-Date and the early Rolex Oyster on leather. And of course the Pateks. Very a beautiful Patek chrono. It is funny that my father has also given me a German Day-Date as a present for my 30th. It is the classic YG 118238 with champagne stick luminova dial and engraved rehaut. It must be a German tradition! Rolex and Patek will always be very dear to my heart. I still do not have a single Patek in my collection. My father has some beautiful high end watches from Breguet, ALS and JLC but he never bought a Patek for some reason. Not an AP for that matter. I am glad that I can share this love of watches with my father and I hope that when I have a son, I will also be able to share this passion with him and give him the same Day-Date my father has given me or perhaps my BLNR, my daily watch, as a starter watch, if steel remains popular 20-30 years from now.

[@javierrodriguez2863]

I used to sell watches when i was a kid, mostly fossil brand sice they were inexpensive, would love to get in the market but i lack funds, great post man.

[@tbillington]

This interview was great. He and the family obviously have a crazy collection, and connections with all the high end companies, but he's so personable and passionate about them all.

[@victorcotto6699]

Amazing episode. A huge upgrade and make-up the last few from the debacle that was Pras. Well spoken, amazing heritage and truly fascinating.

[@phillippugh2161]

Victor Cotto really, how about everybody is different . Pras has his style an this guy has he's . Let me guess was it really the fact that one's a black rapper an the other is not . So that automatically makes he's passion for watches more important over Pras . Are how about you tell us how you really feel

[@victorcotto6699]

Who said anything about race? YOU ARE A DOUCHE. Why do discussions and points that aren't necessarily in line with your own, have to be taken as racist? You are a dope. Go fuck yourself. How about that? Pras' 2nd appearance was disastrous -- it offered little insight... and I ask you, how many times did the interviewer was able to touch, manipulate or display the watches Pras had? How many times were his watches ever pulled out of the precious coffins they were in? It was a waste of a TW. Moreover, the fact that he became the first of the 2nd timers was a fail due to his ability to convey any personal or intimate worthy musings regarding his timepieces. It was, "well, I could buy this.. so I did," crap. The most beautiful TW episodes are ones where you can see connections to the timepieces and they are proudly handled and displayed... so Philip, tale your fascination with race and assumptions of racism and race baiting garbage and shove it up your cunt.

[@basehead617]

I used to know someone named Victor Cotto... couldn't possibly be you... could it....... HM..

[@phillippugh2161]

Victor Cotto the truth hurts. I got the triggered response I thought I'd get from you . Next time you see in the description the the reviewed person is a rapper , athlete or actor you just pass on that one . Cuz I'm sure there idiology of a watch horologist is not going to meet your high standard....but that's ok keep it moving

[@NTCK1969]

What a wonderful video - Mr Beyer's genuine love for horology shines through

[@scribetribe]

So good to have an episode that isn't just the same old Rolex models. Thank you Hodinkee !

[@marchills4131]

Such a treat watching these intimate conversations with people whose passion for these exquisite timepieces transcends price or collector value.

[@jelayne]

This episode will have to go down as one in my top 5 Thanks

[@rockon21ful]

Amazing collection and quite a wonderful Gentleman... Great episode of this series I love so much, thank you.

[@Kriti98]

What a beautiful and emotive clip. It would be an amazing experience to visit this museum. God willing, one day.

[@Jasongy827]

Amazing collection. I understand people gets irritated of how talking watches have a lot of patek, and Rolex. This talking watches is super unique! And exquisite. I still love John goldenberger talking watches his 570 tri one dial patek Caltrava and his chronograph Rolex rappatante. I love Rene Beyer not only he has a sincere passion for horolgy, he also has the wisdom and understanding to appreciate it's 600 years of watching making.

[@sectormentor6265]

This is the sort of episode one learns and discovers something new with each viewing..Fantastic

[@fpoynton1604]

Wonderful program - so well done. Thank you Mr. Beyer and Mr. Pulvirent for sharing what seems to have started as a passion between friends into a rich and interesting part of horological history. This may only have been possible due to the wonderful continuity/legacy of the Beyer family however would be fantastic to try and piece together for other brand's as well. Thank you again for a excellent episode.

[@lucaspoole1892]

Absolutely mesmerizing!

[@macbookdieter]

One of the best interviews to date.

[@joshuamoore5286]

Great episode, what a nice gentleman.

[@johnprice909]

Great video. Would love to visit this place one day. Really enjoyed Mr Beyer's stories - could listen to him a long time.

[@tulpannengpet]

He looks so kind

[@speed1281able]

Beautiful collection

[@DMBVR4]

I dig this guy.

[@dfwadman]

Amazing pieces in this video!

[@ScottMshao69]

Very cool and intelligent guy. Nice collection there, thanks for this. Annoying when pple complain about many rolex watches in collections....It was the best watches in the 80s n 90s and so everyone would have a few. They still looks so good also after 30 40 year

[@CleanFinish2023]

Fabulous, simply fabulous!

[@eugeneamponsahdadzie5075]

You are a great man Mr. Renè Beyer

[@menaseven9093]

Rene Beyer have a nice watch collection and watch museum. I like the two white gold Rolex Presidentials

[@antonelosheytanov1528]

Can someone point to the exact version of that Mondaine version since there are so many. I will really appreciate this! Thank you!

[@SwissWatchGang]

Mondaine Stop2Go Backlight.

[@whaiyun]

Love the Mondaine at the end. What a departure from the Rolexes and Pateks. Rene has the right idea about watches - its not about the dollar signs

[@1307scooter]

He lived my dream life. My love for watches knows no bounds except my budget. I have saved for both of my quality watches and will love them till I hand them down to my son and grandson.

[@SeaJayBelfast]

Hey, it's Kip from Napoleon Dynamite! Always and forever!

[@aarnlewis]

I love this guy!

[@josiahgold]

Spectacular period

[@franckm8740]

at last! very interesting interview

[@idontknow9862]

This is not a collection...it's something else...

[@CleanClaspCollector]

What a lovely man. I’d buy a watch from him if I could.

[@dhybrow]

Yeah, this one was great! :)

[@vnctmrn]

I've always walked past that storefront, guess I'll have to pay him a visit next time!

[@GiacomoTravaglione]

What a wonderful interview and nice selection of watches. Just a pity that you have to spend 100k in his store to even be considered for a steel-sports-rolex or PP 5711 waiting list.

[@TheDobbermn]

The watch worn by Edmund Hillary the first time Everest was conquered??? Now that is a BADASS (and priceless) watch!

[@SoCalFreelance]

It's good to have friends

[@mikl1987]

what a lovely man :)

[@robbabcock_]

What an affable and humble man! His passion for the craft is so obvious.

[@RobertBrownieJr]

I want a drink with this man

[@awges]

That interviewers suit is beautiful

[@Robert.Dickson]

Looks like Pru Leith browsing in the background around the 8:00 Mark.

[@jokerjun1]

Just wow.

[@sbsb7845]

BANG PER BUCK you can get Great vintage watches from CITIZEN, Vintage Citizen Bullhead, Speede, Daytona, and for the fraction of the price,..And the quality is as good as Swiss.

[@fer557]

Very simpático

[@drpeterolsson]

Wow!

[@ryanbanks4265]

Beautiful collection. Not a bling in sight

[@vidhyutgadia4566]

I wish you would have done an episode with Anthony Bourdain.

[@Temperdgrump]

More Talking Rolex, but at least these are true collectors pieces not the typical episode of ,"I'm rich, I buy only Rolex, and I'm friends with the hodinkee staff, so let's talk about other things besides my mundane collection."

[@rolexandrealestate]

Temperdgrump This was a fantastic episode with watches that are IMPOSSIBLE to get. You are probably just some zero net worth individual with a box full of G shock SHITTERS Get off this channel broke boy

[@Temperdgrump]

I can judge your net worth simply by the fact that you can't understand what the phrase "true collectors pieces" means.

[@rolexandrealestate]

Temperdgrump Bozo

[@phillippugh2161]

Temperdgrump an why does that bother you if oh let's say a rich black rapper are athletes show off there collect . Well you didn't say it exactly....but we all know what you meant

[@rolexandrealestate]

Temperdgrump By the way BOZO You don’t have to use quotation marks if you are just repeating what YOU said. Maybe if you had a better grip of vocabulary you could finally get out of those CASIO SHITTERS that you tell your friends is a watch collection. Hahahaha

[@ross.l8381]

I’m still very much wondering which Patek he is wearing durning the interview.

[@ross.l8381]

Alright it's a 5320g

[@sonalpatel6119]

Epic : 1

[@HJC2513]

Imagine getting a oyster flex for your 16th birthday...

[@kevin.oconnor]

That lady hanging around in the background tho... :)

[@malthus101]

What watch is Stephen wearing? Looks nice.

[@tpyfahob4921]

Who knows something similar to this piece 13:54 in Patek Philippe range???

[@hermedavemascardo6197]

Hope you can feature Gordon Ramsay in Talking Watches. Thanks

[@santoshmoopanar6584]

What is the benefit of buying a watch from beyer and pay a premium than other regular boutique ?

[@LumeShot]

I love his genuine personality and affection for those pieces.

[@atl3630]

Yes, it makes the video. I'm not crazy about this host, but I've got to admit he did well here and just got out of the way of the content. Bravo.

[@artagain8977]

Seriously, he's a multimillionaire yet seems so far from a wealthy snot.

[@tytytyme33]

Yeah I'd be the same if I had fuckloads

[@devynescatell8408]

Such a lovely man with such a soft and lovely voice. And honest, “Profit is good but there is also emotion”. Well said herr Beyer, I will try and visit your museum next time in Zürich.

[@greaterbayareahero1401]

Rene is a diamond geezer!

[@vier2acht]

Let me help with the engraving at 05:05 It says : " To lovely Mr. TH. Beyer in memory of our pleasant connection since 1932. Hans Wilsdorf" I wonder what this watch is worth 😂

[@HarshManohar]

Pieces this special are literally priceless. The moment you put a price on it in my opinion they're somewhat diminished. How much is the Mona Lisa worth? It's literally priceless, the moment you sell it for $700 Million, it's worth that much.

[@TeddyBaldassarre]

They should consider changing the name of this show to “Talking Rolex and Patek” 😂 Regardless, this is an amazing collection!

[@tigerkitty7371]

atleast they dont show seikos thats a step into the right direction

[@zakh6016]

Tigerkitty Absolutely nothing wrong with Seikos. Great watches to start out with and good if you don't want to spend too much money. Just because a watch isn't thousands of pounds, doesn't mean there is anything wrong with them.

[@TeddyBaldassarre]

Zak H amen! I bet most of the guys featured on this show have watches at more affordable price points but decide not to show them. I honestly wish they would! I think it would make it more exciting.

[@jacc88888]

Tigerkitty Because even the high end Grand Seiko range are such poor quality watches in comparison you mean?

[@gabefore]

Tigerkitty c’mon man, there’s room for everyone. 🙄

[@903lew]

Such a lovely man with such a soft and lovely voice. And honest, “Profit is good but there is also emotion”. Well said herr Beyer, I will try and visit your museum next time in Zürich.

[@49fiori]

If you hear word "emotion" from the Swiss trust me, it is everything about profit and zero emotions, they are soulless

[@kevinmorrice]

@@49fiori now adays, but the true artisans put there soul into a watch

[@francisburke2136]

49fiori Wow... you must have had a terrible experience in Switzerland... I have lived here for many years ,, I understood where you are coming from, but really soulless.. that’s harsh. Live well

[@MartyP-lr7vw]

@@49fiori I am English speaking & have some Swiss friends & a German friend and I was surprised to find that they do in fact have a sense of humour - you just have to dig deep.

[@tynannida9642]

What a kind man

[@jeanlefranc3817]

A mind blowing collection lovingly curated by an incredibly expert gentleman.

[@Tobi-cb7vb]

What a amazing gentleman. The way he loves the watches is really outstanding. It’s been a pleasure to watch.

[@sanelemelane]

It was a beautiful episode. The affection and love he has for his father is telling. You can see that time pieces to him pull the strings of his heart and when he says "it's not about the money" you believe him. Beautiful episode.

[@Memovox]

Finally! -An actual watch conaisseur on Talking Watches.

[@theplasticdesert2408]

Dr. Memovox. Agreed, most of them are just ticking boxes.

[@delesgames]

jean claude biver

[@BEEPGAMEOVER]

John Goldberger is the definition of a connoisseur.

[@Memovox]

BEEPGAMEOVER . Sure. But the wast majority of Talking Watches guests are not.

[@Memovox]

Baba . Other wear or collect watches for social or pecuniary reasons.

[@lordmaktmlord7373]

Wow this is one of the best talking watches of all time !!

[@rolexandrealestate]

This mans collection is mind shattering and he seems like a super nice guy GREAT EPISODE Keep them coming 😊😊😊

[@HardImpactInc]

This guy is awesome! He’s genuinely excited to talk about his collection... Great video!

[@bobwilson8545]

I love that someone so steeped in haute horology can appreciate something so (comparatively) low-brow as a Mondaine. For me, the mark of a true enthusiast! What an absolute gentleman.

[@TopStrikerMaverick]

I don’t think low brow would be an appropriate word here, maybe “under appreciated” would be a better term. Mondaine has a rich history and quite a good backstory.

[@LEQN]

Ahh yes my first watch, right before I turned 16, I remember it being a Rolex datejust oyster. ... I'm a bit jealous

[@adriqos]

What a great episode. Much respect to mr. Beyer

[@SeaJayBelfast]

ADRIQOS got any Chinese copies of these?

[@paullynch4021]

Love the Everest Hilary/Norgay watch. What history!

[@zacharyparis]

This series should seriously just be called “talking Rolex.”

[@jimmysplit7729]

What a great guy, such a genuine collector and I like how proud he is of his fathers collection. Absolute gentleman.

[@stevenvandemsky7290]

What a difference to all these wannabe watch connaisseurs who have no real clue and just want to show off with their latest Pateks and some cheap Rolex. Here's someone who has it all and doesn't need to pretend anything. If Mr. Beyer wants another watch he just calls the manufacturer to send him a one of a kind watch for free. How cool is that?

[@rumpsteaklilith4040]

sogar auf englisch noch mit Schweizer Akzent😂

[@lorenzmuller3542]

Züri!

[@SaKuLification]

Zeig mir einen Schweizer, der eine weitere Sprache, Französisch ausgenommen, ohne Akzent spricht. :D

[@m37b]

KoenigKalle Aurel Bacs has a pretty good accent!

[@MrReddevil1972]

THAT again was worth watching! Watches are more than an investment; it‘s all about emotions!

[@theplasticdesert2408]

Really enjoyable episode. Mr Clymer we have been asking for talking watches with you for years now. Time to don your best hipster sweater and step up to plate (cool hunting video doesn't count).

[@pilotstyle123]

Thats a collection to compete with Goldberger

[@HarshManohar]

I think the individual pieces are much more special with Mr. Beyer, imagine what a Norgay Rolex is worth, what it represents. But Goldberger's collection is so vast and amazing, with so many interesting pieces. I think it's Apple and Oranges.

[@oliverharrison2157]

Unfortunately Rolex have denied that Hillary wore one of their watches to the summit of Everest in 1953. (See the letter from Mr Winter of Rolex that appeared in the BHI's Horological Journal October 1953; p. 651) The watch in the Beyer museum may have been one of the ones issued to the Hunt expedition, maybe even to Hillary himself, but the only watch he wore / took / "carried" to the top was a Smiths De Luxe.