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For this video, I traveled to Beverly Hills, CA to share some of the most interesting 2021 watch releases with none other than Mr. Wonderful. As he always does, Kevin provided some genuinely interesting and always honest takes on some of 2021's biggest releases. What were some of your favorite releases this year? Do you agree with Kevin's takes?
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[@jonboy8181]

That AP watch looks like something you’d buy at Target in the toy section.

[@firelordsozin3677]

😂😂

[@williamlasl]

That proves how arbitrary luxury watch market is. That was AP going after Richard Mille. Richard Mille look like plastic toys to most people, yet there are people paying 6 or 7 digits for them. As a wise man once said, if you paid more than $40 for watch, you’re not paying for it to tell time.

[@uffa00001]

Those watches want to be "recogniseable" not beautiful. The person showing it off wants you to unmistakably recognize it as the awfully expensive piece of garbage design it is. The person buying it for his collection would risk his "investment" a lot because this kind of flashy in-your-face drug-dealer bling is not going to stand the test of time IMHO.

[@bornfree3963]

Only "limited" to Hallowen time.

[@Patrick_B687-3]

@J Owings Could not agree more, and just another AP I can’t stand. I’m in the minority on the AP RO. Wouldn’t take one for free if I had to keep it. Never.

[@rumporridge1]

The last JLC is a masterpiece in time engineering. What a treat on a Saturday afternoon.

[@calypso9260]

“This burst orange hand is just doesnt work for me” said the guy who has mean green hulk with red straps. I love kevin😂😂😂

[@hotpastrami]

He’s wearing an IWC big pilot chronograph Palestinian special edition model which he received in appreciation of his charitable work. Already talked about it in length on previous episodes.

[@justinbarnard8749]

@@hotpastrami pretty sure he said he bought that IWC in an airport to support Lebanese charity work, but he still has a hulk with a red band. I think it looks neat though it reminds me of Christmas

[@jay4cee]

@@hotpastrami sorry to correct but i am pretty sure it is a Pilot Chrono not "Big" pilot,

[@stewester]

Sounds like he's talking about stocks more than watches, with appreciation potential and "hard to get-ness" far more important than whether he objectively likes the watch. Disparages the green dial trend until the Nautilus pops up and it's given a pass because it's "hot" and difficult to obtain.

[@PhilipWing]

100%

[@renaud_]

Totally! T: « Why do you like this green 5711 ? » K : « It immediately became the most sought after steel watch in the work » -> what?! That’s why? So saaad 🤦🏻‍♂️ The best one is about the Black Panther. « Maybe in red… ». Ahah it’s a Black Panther watch, come oooon 🤣

[@bxtrc1341]

Disagree. Its clear he also appreciates all the other aspects of the piece as well. If it was the *wrong* green, im sure he would dislike it.

[@stickshifter8]

Agree with your comment. Looks like the guy wants to sell his image of businessman focusing on monetary value, appreciation, etc. Couldn’t be farthest from a true collector’s philosophy.

[@antoombom9584]

And that is exactly why he can afford these watches. I do agree with you that it is kinda sad to see but this is just how people in that world look at it.

[@JesseMozambique]

Kevin: “I’m only looking for watches that are going to appreciate” Also Kevin: “I’m never selling any watches or passing them to my kids. I will be buried with them all”

[@starmorpheus]

He want's his grave to retain a lot of his networth

[@xNamsu]

He's one of those guys that says shit just to say it.

[@musemellow]

Kevin is a hype beast

[@colinmetzler]

@@xNamsu lol yes non stop, he's perfect for teddy to ramble on too

[@skipstalforce]

He's a collector, he want's it all!

[@FrankLavoy]

Give us more!! This is great content and love those discussions. Soooo pertinent and interesting. Thanks for sharing.

[@Dbrockjohnson]

Ahh yeah! FINALLY the best watch guys on KZbin back again! Please keep getting together fellas, your love for watches is so contagious!

[@BrittPearceWatches]

Teddy YOUR ENERGY! IS EVERYTHING. And the editing here is FANTASTIC! Loved this. Legit HOWLED THROUGH THIS hahaha!

[@d.stiefel869]

Kevin is such a likable guy. He and Teddy make a great combo. I’m glad to have been here since the very 1st video on this channel and WELL under a couple hundred subscribers. Great job Theodore!

[@166293]

This is actually the first of your videos featuring Kevin O‘Leary which I enjoyed, Teddy. Thanks and keep up your great work!

[@theeverydaywatchcollector8036]

Great to see the two of you in a video together again! Absolute magic!!!

[@the_9ent]

Kevin is a fresh of breath air because he speaks his mind and isn’t ashamed of his opinions.

[@quiet_one8061]

Am I the only person who doesn't care so much about the "appreciation"?

[@rouxbix9494]

No, you are not.

[@armancz]

It depends on the price of your watch, losing or gaining $200 or $200k hits different. If you buy a piece to never to sell then it does not matter.

[@morganthedruid1]

This Kevin guy is a show off watch owner, he needs to tell you that he's bought well and he's got his finger on the investment pulse, It's just embarrassing.

[@briansetiawan1504]

No you are not, we are in the same boat

[@thensaiswatchingtoo2977]

Because your not a watch investor like Kevin. Your a watch enthusiast

[@davidopalecky7318]

Loved this episode, and love you and Kevin together. Awesome watches. Really like the Patek.

[@johanvandersandt8904]

For some reason when the two of you are together in a new video, I go get my fanciest watch and some popcorn and settle in for some pretty sweet viewing! These co-labs are very entertaining!

[@AG-en5y]

Me too I also get my timex out

[@antiquesandlearningtolive4369]

@@AG-en5y That got me rolling!!!!!! 😅

[@karlsenula9495]

So curious, for the two of you, how much of liking a watch is 'I like the look' and how much is value/ resale value?

[@davisssamuel]

Right

[@thenameiwantedwastaken]

Not surprising that a guy whose whole life is making money looks at everything he does from a ROI perspective. Personally, I think it's dumb, but he's rocking Pateks and Daytonas and I'm rocking Seikos so there's probably something to his mindset

[@Frogget666]

@@thenameiwantedwastaken I agree, being an investment watch buyer is pretty foreign to a lot of us so it’s easy to shit on it but when you think about it there’s really nothing wrong with it.

[@terencekoh6296]

I've spoken to a seasoned (and relatively well-heeled) collector about this and what he says (I quote verbatim) is that you initially start off buying pieces you like but once that is ticked off you go head on into appreciable pieces value wise as your years in the collecting hobby progresses Everyone has different perspectives and different approaches to the hobby based on one's own financial means and personal preferences

[@VintageInvicta]

They talk too much about money… 😀

[@isflurker8994]

Love the vids with you two, flows so well!

[@therealphee]

I enjoyed this so much. I would love to hear more from both of you regarding Omegas.

[@johnseeger9083]

Teddy, Great video. You outlined watches I will never be able to buy, but with Kevin, you bring the concept of great watches back down to earth.

[@RobinsWatchJourney]

Love the collaboration of the two of you. More, please.

[@balesjo]

I think the one watch I swooned over was the Omega Seamaster 300. The dial and colors are very appealing and it would be a watch I'd love wearing.

[@thewatchtherapist5066]

I absolutely love these collabs with Mr. Wonderful, keep them coming!

[@KD-dl5gv]

It is funny how often Kevin is making statements that are contradictory to reality. Please don't confuse this with hate, i find it genuinely funny.

[@kiatography22]

haha, i mean he is Kevin afterall, availability of watches has never been a big concern to him so his view of watches definitely is different from us normal folks :p

[@j.burgess4459]

@@kiatography22 True. However even Kevin couldn't _necessarily_ get one of the 500 or so green 5711s from an AD. He'd might be in the running, so to speak. But if each AD is only getting _one_ of those he could easily lose out to another Mr Big Patek collector. As for buying pre-owned, he's one of those guys who could reasonably afford to buy one (I'm guessing?) But then, there might not be too many offered for sale any time soon? It was a mini sensation when one came up at auction recently. But that was apparently sourced from an AD that had just ceased trading - which is a kind of unusual situation. 99.9% of the carefully picked guys who get one of those surely won't be in any hurry to sell? (Kevin shouldn't feel too bad though - the blue one looks better. It is purely the numerical rarity which makes the green one such a hot ticket.)

[@0p161]

@@kiatography22 He can get anything at anytime...

[@helluminati]

That's Hollywood for ya

[@herts9999]

Anybody can get anything. All it takes is deep pockets.

[@iangibson6871]

Great video again gents!!! Always enjoy your colabs 👍

[@KRJoye]

Luv Kevin, great insight on the new releases. Keep up the relationship with Mr Wonderful Teddy!

[@TheStringBreaker]

Teddy and Kevin are such an entertaining combo! Love it!

[@NPrez-cv4jn]

Yes! More videos with Kevin, very fun to watch both of you

[@Gumby56]

Excellent video and information. Teddy, I enjoy your conversations with Kevin, along with my coffee and muffin. The perfect Saturday morning.

[@chrishoulihan427]

I've always been a watch guy but listening to Kevin is a real experience. Great channel

[@user-mh9zx9mk7o]

Love to see more videos from you two!

[@gdlife68]

Love the videos together, please make them more frequent.

[@seannotaro473]

I love the pistachio green breitling. Kevin is soo wrong. Beautiful, understated...unique

[@armancz]

Having your own opinion does not equal being wrong. For me it just looks tacky but whatever floats your boat.

[@armancz]

Just to clarify I love tacky and all of my watches I collect are like that, if they'd sell like 5 pieces of these pistachios cause there was no demand (not because it's a "special edition" scam type of thing) I'd want one case then there practically zero chance I'll meet anyone IRL or online who has one and that's all I want - a watch that I adore and noone has it or can have it anymore :D

[@akallstar5]

Nah I agree with him bleh

[@Dsnipez18]

I like it but like the seiko srpf41 more

[@GoProTexan]

I like Kevin but he will look past or shit on a watch if he doesn’t feel it will appreciate in value. He’s too much of an investment collector vs a watch collector. Enjoyed the video though!

[@oisnalius77]

agree 100%

[@nicholass9591]

Definitely agreed.

[@jaretbottoms5368]

How do you think he got all that money? That’s just his mindset.

[@denisdaly1708]

Its because he knows little about watches.

[@denisdaly1708]

@@jaretbottoms5368 he basically bs his way to it. He came in to companies, talked himself up, got control, gave himself a big pay packet, fecked up the company, left, and repeat. I advise companies to avoid people like him.

[@clickynote]

Keep them coming! 2 of my favorites in the industry.

[@stephenbaumhauer5252]

Teddy, the patience and grace you display while Kevin rambles through one inane statement after another is truly impressive.

[@rouxbix9494]

It actually makes me wonder if Kevin has helped Teddy in some way with his business. Is he an investor?

[@melondoc]

@@rouxbix9494 it gets views and engagement, that’s enough

[@rouxbix9494]

@@melondoc All press is good press, huh? Ask Subway how that's working out for them. These aren't just followers they are customers and it's never good to alienate your customers. This is the worst set of comments I've ever seen on a TB video, and I get why.

[@armancz]

@@rouxbix9494 You must be looking for bad comments cause I see mainly positive comments, some with a touch of sarcasm but no trololo toxic trash like you see on other channels. TB is good people and it shows.

[@denisdaly1708]

@@rouxbix9494 ya, Teddy is far too deferential to him. But probably that is Teddy's personality, defer to wealth and status. I don't think Jody JOMW would be the same way.

[@marketingsuccess2637]

Watching the two of you discuss watches is always a pleasure. The conversation is fun and always educational, please keep doing this type of review!

[@kabatake]

36mm case has never faded away! many collectors only buy watches which has a case size from 36m-38mm.

[@j.j.h.atemycereal]

Kevin: I’m a little disappointed that the dial isn’t red. Teddy: You mean the hand? Kevin: Yeah. Oh, Kevin.

[@mchealy90]

That whole critique was just bizarre. He was literally only upset because the hand would clash with his "fashion sense" that apparently mandates red. IMO, the orange looks great, so much better than it would look with red. It would definitely look awful with a red strap though.

[@herts9999]

Somebody should tell him the orange hand isn't out of place. Look up a Steve McQueen 1655 there Mr Wonderful

[@jorgemontes4014]

I think he just misspoke there. I don't think it's that big a deal.

[@undeadcatman]

It'll match the colour of his boat

[@sinjon]

and the text that he said was red is actually orange.

[@HRM.H]

Always fun to see you and Kevin together , such differing views and oppinions. It's great contrast

[@calvintran4210]

Great video and interesting perspectives

[@ASCRCSA]

Love your chemistry. Great channel!

[@reeeechardxx]

Another fantastic video with Kevin. I’d like to be interested in Kevin’s thoughts on the whole microbrand scene!

[@garethedwards1149]

You two are so good together, keep it coming teddy

[@gavinluckyfq3609]

Amazing selection 👏 really enjoyed you guys working together 😎🍻🇬🇧

[@Rodmanmartinez]

Keep em coming guys.

[@TruckeeDoggo]

Of all of the great watches that came out in 2021, Kevin gets most excited by a cash grab Nautilus reissue in a different dial color?!

[@sinjon]

That’s the least exciting watch on the table

[@hectorfrv86]

Best thing of this video… Teddy’s watch! Was that the Zenith Chronomaster classic? Looked unbelievable.

[@skyworks1621]

Great show, I love the Omega seamaster 300.

[@ajwalkz]

I really enjoy your videos. Interesting to watch without the pretension of some watch channels,

[@nydrewadventures1686]

Excellent video and another great collaboration. I adore the Omega and dream of the JLC

[@yourydavydov5680]

But whole video is very good presentation of famous brands and presence of Kevin was so amazing 🙏🙏🙏🙏😂

[@crownroyal2154]

The Gotham City Penguin has returned

[@bernardinovalleartiles6180]

Love this new releases videos 😁😁

[@runnerwatch2280]

I agree with a lot Kevin had to say here, feel like he is getting more “collection maturity”. Nice video, keep it up!

[@richardshaw1968]

I love these videos with Kevin, he is such a comedian. He is a comedian isn’t he?

[@danielpererira3145]

Yeh he is...he is really good, his Netflix special is amazing

[@denisdaly1708]

I'm guessing your compliment is ironic, and is sarcasm.

[@MarioGonzalez-yq3gw]

Great video Teddy. That JLC 185 is breathtaking! I agree that the two-tone explorer is polarizing. I don't HATE it but I would go with the classic for my own wrist. Imagine the security you need for the JLC thought lol. I would need a moat and fire-breathing dragons to feel like that piece was safe at night.

[@VVhiting]

Kevin clearly just cares about keeping money in his pockets when purchasing a watch. He really doesn’t appreciate the history of most brands and just buys what’s hot. You can tell Teddy found this one hard.

[@jimlittle5769]

This video made that clear.

[@undeadcatman]

Kevin cares about keeping his head on his shoulders. Unlike that boat filled with people he mowed down

[@milsub59]

@@undeadcatman Please tell me more?

[@mr.edwards205]

This is quality content keep it up lads

[@benjamindavidovichwaals2899]

Great as always

[@WilliamButtel]

love these with kevin also my boy teddy wearing the new zenith reverse panda :)

[@douglasbrooks2132]

This guy is all about the investment, the hot thing...meh. Teddy is so good at keeping things real and enjoying the watch and Kevin? Not so much. I appreciate his opinions because he's probably right: far too many folks care more about the investment and the trends than the love of the wrist.

[@beluwuga]

back to 2015/14 watch scenery was beautiful, not toxic like now. Although, I feel it has cool down. Back few years people don’t buy a watch solely to resale, when you want to buy a shirt you buy it because you want it for yourself.

[@atsylor5549]

His world revolves around money so it shouldn’t be surprising that sometimes monetary value is always his first consideration. You got two types of people. People who love watches so they collect them. And people who love money so they collect watches that they happen to like. If watches didn’t have any high end value I doubt he would collect them.

[@atsylor5549]

@@floki1664 do you think I was insulting him? I don’t particularly care if values money more than anything or not it’s his life. And just so your aware everyone’s life doesn’t revolve around money. Everyone needs it to get by in this world. But everyone doesn’t believe having more money somehow makes you better of than others or even makes you.a better version of your self.

[@muffemod]

Kevin O'Leary is a jerk off and isn't even into watches. He just sees them as another asset class (collectibles) to add to the portfolio. I don't even know why Teddy would host him on the show. Such a bummer -.-

[@Its_LumberJack]

Teddy is the man. I always viewed the watch enthusiast world as just a bunch of rich, snobby people who only care about the top level watches and most expensive brands. Teddy's enthusiasm for many different styles, brands, movements, and price points really opened my eyes to watches in general and I've been hooked watching these videos. I don't even own a watch but I already have 3 watches in 3 different styles that I'm pretty set on buying soon and I'm very excited.

[@djjorge87]

The 11.59 is immensely underrated. Great episode! That JLC is a grail watch for me!

[@jackfoster8344]

Great video Teddy. Really enjoy your channel

[@TeddyBaldassarre]

Thanks for watching, Jack. Appreciate the support.

[@AirplanesLuxury]

Whoo! Another collab just what I wanted!! 😁 you guys are so fun to watch!

[@SwissOnZ]

Kermie- AU contrar, the two tone explorer is perfection; a tool watch; a workman’s romance. vs. all those Dada- isms. JLC a research novel. Grateful for your channel and its humbly rich content. I spend so much time reading watches. This video presented such a beautiful balance on thought and time. Merci vielmals.

[@soltvr4215]

I have no idea why I love you two together so much but damnit.. I'm hooked!

[@michaelvetro3028]

It makes me feel good and definitely less guilty to listening to talk about watches from a serious approach, it kinda justify my addiction. Thanks Teddy, another great video !!!

[@nazmus_saqib]

It's always a pleasure to watch Teddy and Mr. Wonderful together. A new moon is due in 24 hours. I hope new time will bring good news for Mr. Wonderful .

[@KB-vf4gz]

Keep the videos coming

[@aneespasha007]

I really like your variety contents. 👍

[@grandillusion52]

another legendary video

[@gabrielelias5725]

LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE this duo!!!

[@ShaneLindie]

Totally love this video.!

[@8AMG]

I wish you talked about the 300M Professional as well. Curious to hear Kevin’s opinion on it

[@drzaius844]

The strap on that VC is 🔥🔥🔥

[@adamkessler1483]

Love this friendship!

[@mr.zehaha4960]

Yaay! Another Kevin collab!!

[@klizzt]

I'm sure Kevin is absolutely happy with his approach to the hobby and his collection, but it is striking to me how different his viewpoint is on why he wants certain pieces. Especially that 5711. His reasoning for liking the watch started with something like "When you enter a room you'll be the envy of everyone there...". That is SO different from how I pick things, which is primarily based around my personal gut reaction to an object. Great if other people share that appreciation, but if I started buying watches based on what I believe other people would like/be envious of, I doubt I'd end up with a collection that I myself actually enjoy. Surely makes a lot more sense when viewing it as an investment, but not what I want out of my watches.

[@samwroblewski748]

You don’t have statement pieces of anything?

[@sunethjayamanna8787]

Amen!

[@hoahuynh394]

I absolutely agree with you there. My friend, who is a fashion marketing major, gave me an advice that changed my view about my wardrobe forever. He said nobody remembers what you wore yesterday, so wear something for you, not for others. And I apply that philosophy to all my clothing, and I feel much more confident. A lot of friends wear Apple watches. I wear fashion watches, like Fossil. Kevin might send us all to hell, but we don't care, and we are comfortable and confident what we wear on our wrists, everyday.

[@klizzt]

@@samwroblewski748 I guess that depends on what you define as a statement piece. I own a Nomos Orion that my wife bought me for our wedding. It's the dressiest watch in my generally pretty humble collection (I dress pretty casual in my day to day), but I love that when I put it on, I feel like a million bucks. But I wear it for myself, for the confidence it gives me (and for the sentimental attachment of course). Not to impress others (especially since most people around me are not into watches, so they have no idea what I'm wearing anyway).

[@klizzt]

@@hoahuynh394 absolutely! The Whiskey Vault, a whiskey review channel I enjoy, always says: "The best whiskey is the whiskey you like, the way you like to drink it". In my mind the same applies to watches (and all fashion for that matter)

[@hotrodkaran]

You know what will be great, Kevin's reaction on Vostoks! He will not expect it, hell nobody will expect it.

[@sinjon]

Tell him they’re worth a fortune. He’ll believe it

[@FlashPhoenixFGC]

That reverso is the craziest shit I have ever seen I love it

[@tracephoto1823]

Yesssss two icons debating watches. Absolutely love these and thrilled that you have more in the pipeline. 👍🏼

[@miltonjeronimo4995]

These guys are a solid dynamic duo

[@chuckrogers5567]

Thanks guys. I own a Seiko and an Apple Watch. You two are fun to watch and listen to. Thanks again.

[@michaelhargis7036]

That green Patek was amazing. I too am wondering how long the green dial honeymoon will last. Green dial watches will always be in my collection. I've got my eye on the green dial Tissot Power Magic 80. Beautiful watch. Great video Teddy.

[@bornfree3963]

Green dial watches will be like avocado colour stoves and fridges of the 70s, can't even give them away in the 80s....lol

[@richardalanduncan]

Super interesting conversation.

[@justincheng6195]

Are you wearing the zenith reverse panda? such an awesome piece in an ideal case size

[@david_challen]

Kevin barely batted an eyelid at that JLC masterpiece, insane. How can you be more excited about the green dial 5711, seriously...

[@brunodesrosiers266]

I gave you a thumbs up, and now adding 50 more!

[@NFournaridis]

What he likes is completely dictated by what’s “trending” in other words - what OTHER people like. It’s like he’s never really buying a watch for himself, but for others.

[@brunodesrosiers266]

@@NFournaridis - You could not be more right. Sad…

[@markh.9956]

Kevin O'Leary makes every screening that he's in 100% more interesting.

[@denisdaly1708]

Not for me. I find his narcissism insufferable

[@yurrickhunt9707]

@@denisdaly1708 I think he’s just constantly in character he’s probably not really that big of a douche

[@JuanDiaz-zw7cc]

@@denisdaly1708 he's leaning into the character he has created--Mr Wonderful; it's just his thing. I see it kinda like Gordon Ramsay, he's obviously not an asshole in real life.

[@GeorgeFrideric71]

@@denisdaly1708 Quite. I've got no idea who he is. Maybe he's famous in the US, but I don't find that 'I'm a rich man so everyone should hear my opinion on everything' attitude particularly edifying.

[@markh.9956]

@@denisdaly1708 Really? I find it fascinating.

[@leonardolaviola2178]

Love the channel and I believe Teddy does a great job in making fine watchmaking known in very easy, effective terms. Mr O’Leary, as most comments suggest as well, doesn’t really appreciate watchmaking for the love of the craft. Point intended, everybody would be happy of seeing its piece appreciating in value, but this cannot be the main reason for buying a timepiece.

[@juniorjohnson5961]

Really like when these two get together 👍

[@ismaelgutierrez-nii.8128]

I am really liking that Patek. The green isn't my favorite, but I understand why it is significant and it represents the importance it has on the market.

[@Gasta1983]

Their contrasting attitudes and personalities in regards to watch collection really bounces off of each other

[@Myrslokstok]

Agree the green Patek was nice!

[@nathanbronstein5901]

I always love the chemistry, Keep 'm coming!

[@canadianwatchmonkey3992]

Love this!

[@captainmadani8885]

I love to watch teddy with kevin . so much imformation and combination of two era ideas . make more video together guys .

[@guzzijack9714]

Love your collaborations with Mr. Wonderful.

[@prosado100]

This was awesome!

[@tiburonski]

I really like how open and frank Kevin just states his opinion. I loved how he spoke his verdict (death sentence) over the two tone explorer and over the orange hand of the ExplorerII…he just does not care wether it’s iconic Rolex or not! Thank you for that! And yes he is an Investors and that’s why he hates to loose money…so every watch is an investment for him or reminds him of investments or both…😂

[@1SaG]

Just a few minutes into the video and I already love Kevin's way of thinking. Approving the move back to 36mm on the Explorer and calling the two-tone a "travesty". Couldn't have summed up my own feelings on these two any better myself.