4 Watch Brands You Used to Be Able to Ignore But No Longer Can (Most Improved Watch Brands)

[@impact_220]

Finally, some real spotlight shown on Raymond Weil. In my opinion the quality for the price point is there on most of their releases. Only thing they did/do not have is the brand name recognition.

[@yorusuyasoul69420]

I only saw this brand in dubai

[@kingofthebridge8339]

Longines just destroys everyone at this price range. Anything less than £7k. After 7k you got Omega.

[@jollyjoker6340]

My first mechanical watch maybe two decades ago was a Raymond Weil 3430. Now that I know more about watches I realize it was an absolute steal, at ~300€ for a nicely decorated ETA 2824

[@muhammadabdullahzahid6569]

They have 0 resale value

[@TheGengarHorcrux]

@@muhammadabdullahzahid6569 not everything is about resale value. Do you only buy a car if it increases or holds its value? How about a cell phone? Buy watch you can afford and then buy what you like.

[@Snicker60515]

Happy to hear someone mention Raymond Weil finally! I have a Parsifal Automatic that was my dad's before he passed that I have grown quite attached to despite it not being one I would have personally chosen. It just feels solid and well put together and works for pretty much everyday wear if I wanted to. I have to get it serviced though because it seems to have lost its water resistance and I would really like keep it for a long time. I'm a thin guy and my dad was more heavy set, he probably outweighed me by more than 100lbs, yet when I put that watch on for the first time I found out we had basically the same wrist size. Genetics is uncanny!

[@brianhenson4849]

Glad to hear Baume and Mercier getting at least some recognition. Great product . I have owned my Capeland for 14 years as a daily watch and it been beat to death with whatever I throw at it. . I just completed a complete lakehouse remodel and it was on my hammer arm and I never thought twice about the need to remove it. I did thousands of heavy pounding movements in the demolition and rebuild and my elbow and wrists gave up before the watch even lost a few seconds a day. I have wanted to purchase another watch for years just to have more a more diversified watch collection.However ,I can’t since this watch doesn’t give me a reason to give up on it since it fills all the tool , dive, and dress needs .

[@blackburnheart]

Which model is?great post!

[@Therealgdoesgshit]

I really hope Raymond Weil to be even more loved by enthusiasts! I always liked them I have several mid-lates 80s early 90s watches from them and they were Always classy and dressy which I really like ! Wish them good luck

[@smittysmitty481]

Baume & Mercier is so underrated. Amazing timepeices

[@MrCatcandance]

I’ve had a 2003 Capeland S chromo for 20 years. Amazing watch. Still wear it at least once a week.

[@rivernorthhomes]

Tag Heuer Monaco is a legend timepiece

[@arryc3947]

@@MrCatcandance I bought a Capeland Chrono in 2013 - likewise, still a near daily. Brilliant watch.

[@nauyanelias]

Longines with that Conquest is incredibly hard to beat at the price point that they currently are. Also, can't tell why there is little to no hype around that Riviera. To me its a stunning piece.

[@tonylive2193]

The indices in the conquest are too thin, they are almost not visible at all. It’s the only negative but it’s a big one

[@owgni]

Longines' conquest lines are a beast!

[@ImNotHarsh3]

YES. Raymond Weil Maestro is one of my favs.

[@jpdemer5]

I have no clue what the unifying element is that makes them all "Maestro" models, but some of moon-phase designs look like watches costing triple the price.

[@Friends_and_fragrances]

Raymond Weil is seriously killing it

[@lion5352-z1s]

Longines is my favorite brand

[@carlosoruna7174]

A great brand that doesnt get the respect it should.. PArt of the swatch group..

[@bryanbeckett869]

It's been a hot minute since I watched your videos, as I feel that you cater a lot of videos for the beginner watch enthusiasts (this isn't an insult, I think it's great), but I clicked on this video and it's actually a good look into watch brands that usually wouldn't get a look in. Well produced, and script was good too. Big fan of this one.

[@borntochill9558]

Picked up a Raymond Weil freelancer pilot , second hand in chrono24, and was blown away by the beauty, and price that I got this watch for.

[@thegorn]

Raymond Weil are doing great things! Respect.

[@VMIyanks04]

You think of everything Teddy (and crew)… I was listening (kind of watching) to this video but started hearing the camera shutter sound and realized that you do that every time you put up a picture in the video. That’s so smart! It made me look over every time!

[@Gumby56]

Love my Tag Heuer carrera calibre 5. Now, to stop by their boutique in South Coast Plaza.

[@MrKylefitzable]

I love the symmetry in the Raymond Weil watches.

[@xiongproductions7445]

Frédérique Constant is severely underrated

[@BunnyWatson-k1w]

Their moon phase watches are on par with any other Swiss brand. FC also has a perpetual calendar watch for a fraction of the price of a similar model made by Patek.

[@juliuscaesar5360]

100% agree! I’m really considering the new manufacture moonphase watch or the big date moonphase watch.

[@micknick74]

A lot of people are bothered because the brand is under the citizen umbrella thinking that it would lower the overall quality

[@juliuscaesar5360]

@@micknick74 Yeah but a lot of people don’t understand that Citizen just provides capital to FC and they operate separate from the parent organization. Personally think it’s smart that FC joined Citizen because they don’t have to be permanently pigeon holed into a specific category like at Swatch, Richemont, Hans Wildorf Foundation, etc.

[@dantebernardini428]

@@micknick74 same thing with Alpina.

[@beatujelly698]

I have the Bronze Skeleton Freelancer Raymond Weil and I LOVE it. They deserve much more love.

[@tyjones01]

Very happy to see Baume & Mercier there! Other underrated/comeback watches: --Louis Vuitton's latest Tambour with microrotor --Frederique Constant Worldtimer --Leica XM 11 with the Swiss Chronode movement, not the German mvmt of the ZM 1 and 2 --Yema with its in-house calibers for a true French watch (Ralllye, Meangraf -- flame emoji!)

[@urbantrekker]

Tag are absolutely killing it lately. Those Carreras are gorgeous.

[@AndreiGeorgescu-j9p]

Look into the Geckota racing chronos. $400 for a better looking Heuer Camero

[@DC-uf6ve]

The Kith collab is the he most desperate thing I've seen for a while. Tag are a brand in decline and have been for most of the last decade.

[@impact_220]

@@DC-uf6veI totally and humbly disagree with the notion they are on the decline currently. I’d say they are on the rise with their recent glassbox releases and Monaco line. I can’t speak to the Kith line personally, but I don’t see the brand as a whole on a downward trend.

[@DC-uf6ve]

@@impact_220 they are financially struggling in the UK at least.

[@impact_220]

@@DC-uf6ve That I can’t speak to. I believe they are doing fine here in the US. And they are still throwing yacht parties over in Monaco during the F1 Grand Prix.

[@stephensparkman3072]

Bravo Raymond Weil! I own a beautiful 1993 RW Parsifal Chronograph, a wedding gift from my bride. 30 years later, I still have it. I’ve serviced the watch once and it still runs great, although it gets less wrist time since I own many more watches after 30 years. I’m still with my 1st wife as well 😂I would agree RW “faded” for decades, which was puzzling to me. Great to see the newer RW look taking hold. 👏👏

[@broken12367]

1st wife implies you’ve had more?

[@stephensparkman3072]

@@broken12367 LOL. Still with my 1st and only.

[@scrhunter3901]

Tag glassbox… amazing!! Love it….

[@LouisMorales-zx3jm]

Absolutely! Future icon?

[@michaelkepes6125]

Tag Glassbox line best watch Tag has produced in 20yrs.

[@kazaabitboll2026]

Amazing information, just would have liked a few retail prices. You reminded me about brands I’d forgotten, BM. I used to sell so many Raymond Weils in the 1980s! A few a day.

[@24nathan]

Wearing a Raymund Weil tango 8280, loving it

[@dairesweeney419]

I got a RW quartz Tango when I was 21 from my parents. It also started a hobby that includes the likes of Oris, Mondaine, Omega and Seiko.

[@konadora]

really great idea of a video! i love that you're highlighting lesser known/recognised brands, with the microbrand video previously and now this!

[@martinwagner6344]

Ive had a Raymond Weil freelancer pilot for a few years now, its probably my most accurate automatic watch

[@ChrisMetz-c1e]

got my 39mm with the white dial on the 3-link "Bader" bracelet watch on mamacoo 3 weeks ago and am loving it to pieces. Absolute fantastic watch that wears super comfortable on my 6.75 inch wrist. Chose the 3-link over the 5-link bracelet for the toolless quick adjustment. Way more comfortable than my Longines Hydroconquest 41 mm.

[@SUB-IN-SUPER]

I got my own short list that could fit in here: Raymond Weil, Fredrique Constant, Baume & Mercier and Sjöö Sandström.

[@justinlevy274]

FC is criminally underrated

[@dr.kevinmoore8889]

A couple of those Baum and Mercuer's are gorgeous. Tag Heuer has been on the uptick ever since they released the Carrera Chronograph GMT with the Heuer 02 Calibre. It's an incredible watch and you missed it. Glad you're catching up.

[@DikkersAmenta]

Outstanding video.I have to go with the MAMACOO, especially with that green dial as my favorite

[@Larry-qz3es]

I have three Raymond Weil watches and looking to purchase my 4th one.

[@GXF2695]

Love to see Baume & Mercier I this list. Never understood why they wore so underrated, beautiful timepieces, good heritage, good movements… the lack is in the marketing.

[@romanopeterj]

I need to try on that Longines Conquest 37. I have been looking at the Tudor Royale 38 in this price range as well.

[@juliocarrillobatta2597]

I tried on both of these (along with many others) since I was in the market to buy my first luxury piece to commemorate a recent promotion and my almost 40th birthday. Decided to go with the Tudor Royal 38 in blue with diamond markers. The presence of the Tudor on wrist was just exquisite, beautiful taper on the bracelet, and that sunburst dial is sublime. Conquest was definitely very nice, but the Tudor was a step above. My 2cents, try em on if you can!

[@blackice214]

@@juliocarrillobatta2597the longines is a step above now their past 3 pieces have blasted Tudor out of the water

[@nickbernier4394]

I'm just getting into watches and enjoying your videos. Which Baume & Mercier model is show at 8:52? I can not find it on the B & M website. It appears to be a dark stainless or black chrome finish? Thank you.

[@tpoz48]

I've had a Raymond Weil Tango Quartz with a white dial and blue bezel for 4 or 5 years. It's a sharp looking watch. When I took it in to have the battery changed, the jeweler told me he didn't have a gasket for it. He didn't know anything about the brand either. Does anyone know if the Tango uses a standard gasket? Or does it use a special gasket? I've checked the Raymond Weil website, but I couldn't get any information, nor is it possible to order parts on the website.

[@mr.frankreynold3499]

I own Raymond Weil Parsifal and this is very good watch. Good finish, nice design. Also wears very good. Recommend it but not fot retail)

[@FS-zn9xe]

Own the B&M Riviera Baumatic in 39mm and love it. Fantastic watch, very comfortable to wear and besides the 120hrs power reserve movement also having the quick release option to swap between bracelet and rubber strap. IMHO still the better option than the overpriced new IWC Ingenieur.

[@oneal14attnet]

The Carrera line has made this old collector perk up and pay attention. I’ve tried on the Skipper and many of the others and they are absolute 🔥. Almost purchased one in the spot. Great proportions.

[@rhgrabowski3855]

What kept you from pulling the trigger?

[@LouisMorales-zx3jm]

This old collector bought the Glassbox last year.

[@juanjosegonzalez9215]

Baume & Mercier: class, class, class...

[@FzzyPnutt]

I agree with the vibe that Hermes bring to the scene. But oh my that Hermes Cut is great. Awesome design language

[@MrAndy76101]

Don't own a Tag now, but have in the past, and they have some really tempting stuff rolling out

[@Nom_D_Guerre]

What's the weird/awesome looking Baume et Mercier at 8:55? I'm having a hard time finding anything on it.

[@marquisdaily7715]

Baume & Mercier Clifton and Riviera look awesome

[@shamanprime]

Good picks! Longines as well. Some solid releases the past few years that make their (always ever present) propositions hard to ignore.

[@charlesmcclune8892]

Teddy always expands my knowledge of the history of Horology 🤔 but increases the difficulty in deciding which watch to purchase next 🤨 SPB121 is a definite must 😎 but after that my first foray into the $1500 to $2000 is becoming blurry 🤪

[@ListenToPowerViolence]

I love Hermes, I have a quite large belt buckle by them.

[@larrymannino444]

I bought a Michel Herbelin Safari series tachymeter sort of on a whim while traveling recently. I didn't know anything about the brand, but was impressed by the build, finish and feel. Unfortunately, outside of France there's not too much info on the brand, so wondering if you might consider including this in one of your videos at some point? Would appreciate your insights - new to watches, love the channel!

[@jethrojacinto5044]

I'm glad RW and B&M are getting the recognition they deserve. I was fully expecting Furlan Marri and Baltic to be on this list too, maybe in the near future.

[@rangorango7545]

love the perspective, love the projection, on point Teddy, thanks for the insight

[@Liam-k7n]

Raymond Weil world timer is like 9.7mm thick 😳👏🏻

[@ripsapollonia]

he variety of textures in the mamacoo pack is impressive. From smooth leather to textured suede, there's something for everyone.

[@CupOfJav]

It makes so much sense for Hermes to invest in making a quality watch. Their customer base, though maybe not 'watch people', are already willing to spend big with the brand and now they can get a piece that's somewhat worth the money.

[@drewsaunders4953]

Hey Teddy, I’d love to see you do a SOTC video referencing your current personal rotation of watches. I find these really interesting. Great content per usual 🙌🏼

[@thegorn]

I also want to see Teddy's Balls.

[@RachelPitcher-k5k]

amzwatch You are so well-informed about luxury watches. You've obviously done your due diligence and the comparison to the US is very informative...because of course, I live in New York. thank you very much

[@LuisAraujo-h4d]

Great video, very accurate analysis. In my 4.5 years in the game as a watch collector and enthusiast, I collected a lot from amzwatch I was thinking I was able to get a blue SD but I'm not vip enough, but I'm not giving up. Hehe. Great video.

[@Ben-bs4od]

Two years after I tell you about Raymond Weil, you finally do a video. A little late to the party but better late than never.

[@ams914]

Baume and Mecier's 5-day movement is shared with the IWC Ingenieur. Surprised there was no mention of that.

[@dmcbride42]

Another enjoyable video. Thanks Teddy! There may have been an earlier Tag smartwatch, but the one on my radar was launched in the 2015 timeframe. I was in Intel’s New Devices Group at the time. We partnered with Tag on the creation of a smartwatch. There may have been one in 2010 as well, but there was definitely a big launch in the 2015/16 timeframe. Minor point.

[@ThomasGeisler-gv5ld]

The Raymond Weil skeleton is interesting

[@DC-uf6ve]

Q-Tip can't be wrong

[@dr.kevinmoore8889]

​@@DC-uf6ve I'm not certain of your meaning. Can you elaborate?

[@DC-uf6ve]

@@dr.kevinmoore8889 are you familiar with the music of Q-tip?

[@cdaack]

That was my thought when I saw it…going to give that beauty a look on their site!

[@wisamal-hakim5531]

Once again exceptional video. Well done Teddy and team. Such a well considered and relevant video. I had no idea baume and mercier were so old. Lovely watches shown here. The Raymond Weil is beautiful the h08 is really different and the Clifton is very elegant with a crazy movement Thanks for sharing

[@adeanh1]

Dude, thank you. I had no idea that Raymond Weil was independently owned. I always assumed it was part of Swatch or Richmont.

[@thegorn]

Same. It makes me like them even more.

[@EulahFellezs]

Watch are the ultimate Men's accesories！Enjoyed watching your collection. Keep going！As a watch enthusiast and watch reviewer, I can say MAMACOO this was a great choice. Enjoyed your video!

[@fossilknifeful]

The Hermes watches are very sharp. I was just looking at their watches the other day.

[@aubione4706]

Love my RW GMT Worldtime, put it on a Dassari Sailcloth and it so much more wearable from the very nice original leather strap.

[@rogerscat]

I just got a Raymond Weil Parsifal 7793 with a ETA 7750. So gorgeaus

[@pharmer92]

I bought one about 20 years ago. Still have it.

[@henryszubielski8601]

Thank you for another great video.

[@jacobbwalters8133]

Not in the budget right now, but I fully intend to buy a glass box ASAP! Beautiful piece!

[@philippestrickler3461]

You are right , TEDDY, i can easily forgot RAYMOND WEIL . For other brand, i will never forget it . HERMES ( i am french ) HEUER, i am a true STEVE Mc QUEEN FAN . One of my dream watch is the CHRONO MONACO TAG HEUER and il like all the CARRERA chronos . I know that in real life STEVE Mc QEEN wear only ROLEX and PERSOL sunglasses .

[@jimabraham8613]

This guy is so knowledgeable. Incredible.

[@BoozewithNick]

When Teddy was doing the “blind” intro for Hermes, my first guess was that he was doing an intro for Montblanc. Baume et Mercier is the ultimate underrated brand. The Baumatic is incredible.

[@musik4u343]

Its crazy cuz i was just looking at the raymond weil last night.

[@DiabeticDawg]

Loving the new Hermes’ watches! The cases on the Raymond Weil are fantastically as well!

[@luigisavoia2401]

I have a similar moonphase to the one you show in the video. Mine's about 8 years old and has day, date, and month also. The jewelry store where I bought it is an authorized dealer and there was a rep from Raymond Weil there when I was there. For what it's worth he pronounced it "whale" as opposed to "wheel" or "while".

[@guilhermepetti]

OMG! the "swiss made" on the Raymond Weil (silver) is completely decentralized. Needs better attention to detail. In this type of business, these errors are not acceptable. 3:09

[@thegorn]

It's miles to the left.

[@bryanguest2807]

Would drive me nuts if I owned it

[@jotaroonyoutube]

When you have seen it, you can't unsee it 😭 At 3:28 it's even more visible 😵

[@jrbrown1989]

Nice list 👌 Bulova has also been on the rise lately

[@Jay-vt2so]

Raymond Weil! 😎🔥⌚

[@TheJulebrusHorror]

Whats the name of the Baume & Mercier watch shown at 8:57 in the video?

[@Grumbo91]

The B&M Shogun I think?

[@DivinoSabino]

Tissot has also been coming up with some funky designs as of late, such as their PRX Powermatic 80 and Seastar ranges.

[@99jasonhooper]

Great video - love the Hermes 08 for a long time.

[@robertschriek1353]

Out off this lot, B@M are on oar with Oris and possibly Omega. Very popular in the 70’s including Alain Delon wearing them in some of his movies. (Tes in 63 and have lived in France :-)

[@Jay_Bee1]

Swiss guy here, great video! Just so you know it is said Raymond « vale » not « while »

[@dons7622]

Gettin' in the weeds there, Jay_Bee. In Germany and Austria , 'vile', in France, vay ya, in Switzerland, vale or vile, depending upon area and language group. In USA, while is pretty common. Further in the weeds, cuz I got curious, the name emanates from both Germany and France, both derived from Latin meaning estate or group of houses. Everybody is right.

[@dr.figvideos3303]

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[@dr.kevinmoore8889]

You should have mentioned the RW Basquiat Edition Chronograph. It's extraordinary and sold out almost immediately at around $4500. And nobody is trying to dump it on the gray market. You need to hip yourself Teddy. Really good episode overall.

[@Machiavelli876]

Great video, Teddy. You are by far the best KZbinr in the horological space.

[@bryce380]

Own a skipper myself, seems it may become another iconic piece from TAG, just like the Monaco. Either way, the glassbox releases are simply stunning in person!

[@smallsecondswr]

Didn't know about the Baume & Mercier power reserve! If that ended up on a bigger brand like Tag, it would be marketed into everyone's face until it bled!

[@AlexMi77]

True. The B&M movement is still a hard hitter, actually superior to movements seen inside way more expensive watches.

[@terryc6420]

L.U.Chopard (not to be confused with entry level Chopard) is another high end brand that is gaining traction amongst enthusiasts. First, collectors discovered vintage LUC 1860 so the prices started rising, then their Alpine Eagle began to do well. Then the brand released hits after hits started with w&w 2023: salmon dial 1860 XPS reissue, salmon dial Alpine Eagle etc. LUC’s annual volume is around 5000, just like Lange. Their assemble their movements twice, just like Lange. In terms of complications, they are strong in perpetual calendars and chiming watches. They have all the high end ingredients so it’s only a matter of time before they take off.

[@ScottBessel]

I recently picked up a Montblanc 1858 Iced Sea, and the value is amazing, I think you should take a look deeper into the recent Montblanc models.

[@pintailpoint8634]

Have loved and been buying automatic versions of Raymond Weil classics like the Parsifal and Tradition lines for decades. While they have many misses IMO and you have to replace their cheap looking calf straps with something nicer, they have always represented good value especially in pieces using solid gold and not plating. Love the recent recognition they’ve been getting. 👏🥃

[@MENSA.lady2]

I've worn a Tissot for the last 40 odd years. They are accurate, utterly reliable, and sell at a sensible price. Today I have the PR100, It's really a chronograaph and at around £340 new it's a steal.

[@marioh5172]

Thanks for Baume & Mercier. I like their products. TH is - except for the Monaco - not really my thing and I do not like RW at all. I recently stumbled over some Hermès watches but do not have enough information on Hermès to being able to have an opinion.

[@eb2058]

I think u teddy should make a watch brand Baldssarre sounds like dope fancy watch brand name.

[@omeedmasoomy1793]

Hi , what about Swiss made unknown watches ( vintage watches ) such as: OMIYAD, Herma , SUR , VIALAX etc , are these kind of watches worth to collect? thank you Teddy 🙏

[@I-Libertine]

Very interesting video.

[@markdickerson3486]

Very informative and insightful as always Teddy!

[@fluffywarhampster]

Hermes was a great mention, the first time i heard that they make watches i was a bit perplexed and even scaughed at the idea of a fashion house making a half decent watch but after looking at them Hermes has a handful of aspirational pieces that now occupy slots on my watchlist up there with the likes of tudor, grans seiko and omega....thats saying something. They did the hard work and spent the money in building a strong background of legitimate horological prowess and it shows in the watches.

[@remus2001]

Other than your channel, I never hear anyone talking about Baume et Mercier.

[@tyjones01]

"Federico Talks Watches" calls Baume & Mercier a dying brand. I disagree!

[@ElGreco48]

Hey @teddy I absolutely love your content, the way you present it, and your passion for these little marvels. Your work has very much helped me on my journey of discovering brands, stories, and significance of watches. Finding hidden gems (Seagull 1963) and consolidating passions (A384). I am looking for a very under the radar piece now and was eyeing the meca-quartz models from Nivada Grenchen and Furlan Marri. It would be awesome if you could do a head to head of the two chronos. I think they are really cool options and would be great to have your take on them.

[@andal7404]

NG still do the CASD mechanical reissue chronograph.

[@Optimus19]

I bought the Baumer Mercier Rivirea. No regrets at all. Bought extra rubber bracelet which made to fit her. Now both of us take turns to wear this watch

[@miguela.velazquez5027]

Totally agree. Own 3 out of the 4!

[@jacko6398]

Good watch content Teddy.U should do a vid of your own collection would love to see it👍