The 10 Best & Worst Watches Of 2023: Rolex, Grand Seiko, Citizen, Squale, Patek, Laco, Hublot & More

[@TheRunningManZ]

I thought it was your thing for years was to say that you never judged a watch until you had it in your hand? I remember countless videos where you’d champion that you’d never make videos about watches you’d never seen or touched because in the metal things can change. You even looked down on watch KZbinrs that did. So much of your opinions are looking down on other parts of the community now. Whether it be “vapid watch dealers” or anyone that owns a sports Rolex etc. you’ve become very bitter. I agree Patek had a terrible year but I do believe the 6007 was their only saving grace. Here you talk about how much you “despise it.” When did you start polarising so much with your language and opinions? If yourself from 4/5 years ago heard your own opinions now I think you’d have called it out as the opposite of how you wanted to be and not in line with your ethos. The 6007 looks great in the metal. It’s a different look for Patek and at least with that model they tried something a little different. You mention how Rolex are boring for their incremental updates but when Patek do something different with a Calatrava you’re crying “stay in your lane making watches for old boring men!” I like the look of the 1908 but picking it as one of the watches of the years when it’s priced at nearly £20k in amongst where the holy trinity/Lange etc, truly haute horology pieces live is kind of insane. It’s nice but it’s not in the league it’s trying to be at its price. A VC Patrimony time only 40mm can be had for £21,200 which is less than 2k more than the 1908, it’s on another level than the Rolex in terms of heritage, quality of finish, movement etc. If you went for one of those not at a VC boutique you could easily negotiate a discount that made it a similar price to the Rolex. The 1908 is not a haute horology dress watch buts it’s priced like one.

[@dgdave2673]

Wow, nice list, but surprised not to see Omega or Longines that have put put some superb watches as well.

[@DanielMealo]

It’s refreshing to see a KZbin watch channel end of the year that isn’t about how the polka-dot Rolex OP monstrosity has grown on them and is now a brilliant idea. My favorite watch of the year not mentioned in the video is the Lorier Hydra Zulu. It’s not for me, but I appreciate that they came out with a dinger that is uniquely theirs as a brand.

[@I-Libertine]

Merry Christmas, TGV. You've brought me and alot of other fans lots of joy this year. Many happy returns.

[@jasonwilson7674]

All the best for the new year to you and your family ,and never give up 😊😊

[@azdbuk]

I relate, late Nov was hell, first illness in 10 years....rest up, be patient, Happy Holidays from AZ. 🎄🎉

[@davidrosenblum2178]

How funny that your #6 was among another watch blogger’s best of 2023. I guess there’s no accounting for taste. Cheers and Happy Holidays TGV!

[@HaonProductions]

Catching up on this a few weeks late, but two things I want to add: •I'm definitely stealing your idea of picking up a Grand Seiko on a trip to Japan. That particular sunburst blue 44GS Is exactly what I'm eyeing too. •You gotta get yourself onto an episode of Red Letter Media! Get them to watch something low budget and Italian from the 80s, or an underappreciated watch-spotting movie, or maybe just Robocop 3.

[@Karstu]

Hello TGV! Any chance you could get your hands on the new Panerai radiomir quaranta? I saw the black and blue variants and immediately thought about you and your videos that these radiomir quarantas are pure class.

[@BrianSinai]

Merry Christmas TGV and Onwards & Upwards into the New Year! 👍

[@connorw1494]

Couldn't agree more with your worst watches. The weird thing is that there are a lot of watch yotubers who hype up all of those watches. I have asked myself at times: "Am I missing something? Do I like this flower watch? Maybe I would enjoy an MB&F house on my wrist? (not that I could afford one)". Anyway thank you for reassuring me that I am not crazy!

[@chrishennemeyer7276]

I love that Zenith Chronomaster Sport and intend to own one eventually, but I would also mention the Zenith Chronomaster Revival Chrono 37mm, which flew under the radar when it was released a couple of years ago, but is drop-dead gorgeous, especially the "espresso" dial variant that I recently purchased.

[@josephvolante5613]

I’ve just found your page and I have to say I did appreciate this video immensely and I couldn’t agree more with the choices on both fronts. Needless to say I did subscribe immediately after watching the full content and will be an avid follower from now on. Keep the good individual sense going.

[@5ohfitness605]

Can you give some recommendations on watch publications, or books? I’m especially interested in tool watches… New and vintage. Thanks!

[@StefanoMaggio]

THE best top (and worst) 10 out there! Out field and actually agreeable. Good work as always TGV. I was waiting for the Palombari review, i love that watch! Happy holidays Buone feste!

[@spex7503]

Nice list, hard to disagree with any of it. (And also, a bold choice to list "purity" as a defining attribute of a brand with Laco's history.)

[@MrLiveWest]

homages have gotten better and better and are even more competitive in spec to originals at a cheaper cost in 2023. As an avid watch collector this makes me so excited to see what comes... It was a late 2022 release, but the new thinner seiko gmt movement started integrating more into gmts through 2023 and has lead to better watches as well. The overall quality of watches has improved, even cheaper basic models

[@one87dnb1]

Great video, Merry Christmas!

[@HammAlexander]

Great line up...thank you.

[@LambentOrt]

Merry Xmas TGV. And get well soon!

[@zozangzozang4073]

IT BROKE NEW GROUND Great end to a wonderful year TGV, can't wait for more in 2024

[@nukadog1969]

For me, a microbrand in Portland, OR, USA...Vero, not for their Workhorse chrono, but instead for their Open Water Broadway LE...bead blasted and matte everywhere, the burgundy dial against a matte black bezel is just asserts tool cool. It has a great bracelet AND a Swiss heart...and a 10-year, no-questions warranty. :) Worst was my one and only Pagani Design...the only Root Beer GMT homage I could find...my now ex-wife gave it to me for Christmas last year and it died by March. Fortunately, it was purchased knowing it was trash, and so was the watch.

[@a_changedworld]

I just checked out Vero after reading your comment. The SW-Q Cobble beach black looks amazing. But, for me the 38mm case is too small for my fat wrist. Thanks for (inadvertently) pointing me in their direction.

[@kennethMblake]

Happy Christmas, TGV. All the best in 2024! Thank you for such rich and wonderfully thoughtful content.

[@bt3750]

Yeah, that Royal Oak with no markers was particularly bad.

[@wvmtns6400]

I will go ahead and click the like button before watching. Thank You TGV for another great year of wonderful, informative videos.

[@HunneyBair]

I love how Red Letter Media pops up from time-to-time in TGV videos.

[@GambinoTattoo]

So cool that you know Cesare!

[@damiangill9919]

Love videos very interesting just want say happy new 😊

[@MrGeirSteinar]

That Christmas tree is a work of (pop) art 🎄 Great list - the Squale is so cool 👍

[@Spettro555]

Ciao... cosa nei pensi dei King Seiko? Grazie! Buone Feste!!!

[@Sirkelsag666]

The Squale x Comsubin wears excellent on wrist. A beautiful release! Glad i bought it 😃

[@jpuop]

Spot on video as always! Legend

[@karlsenula9495]

I would say one the highlights of 2023 could also be Christopher Wards release of an affordable chiming watch.

[@paulbugoni2846]

Ottimo video T e buon Natale a tutti!

[@lawrence-ec5dm]

Love the tree.

[@arkteosss]

There isn’t a single military organization that uses any of these watches. Every military and law enforcement agency uses Casio G-Shocks. They are truly tough, practical and accurate. Watch companies like to advertise their supposed links to law enforcement and military personnel for pure publicity, but when it comes to actually using their products it isn’t always the case.

[@namenamenamename7224]

If Invicta made those LV watches and sold them for $100, I would have already bought them! 😂

[@SusloNick]

The "worst" watches are really fascinating if mostly gaudy

[@4BB4S]

First few in the worst list were not too bad. It's nice there is some colourful choice available for the super rich ostentatious upety condescending watch snobs.

[@martinkaplan1805]

Awesome work. TGV! Love your scathing humor in this episode. I was actually laughing out loud. Merry Christmas young man, and may it be a joyous New Year for you and yours.

[@richardbell466]

me also

[@alexanderludwick1177]

Merry Xmas TGV, thanks for a wonderful year of content! im rounding out the yeqr on 3 purchases. A Bremont Martin Baker, Bulova spaceview (68) and a G-Shock (the Total Recall looking one!), the latter two were informed by your channel !

[@theurbangentry]

👏👏👏👏 Thank you and happy Christmas to you too, LOVE LOVE LOVE your choices, enjoy! Best regards, TGV

[@adenwellsmith6908]

Richard Mille - Luxury never looked so cheap - 100% right, and I can't think of any heckle or come back to that one.

[@KeepingWatchUK]

A Christmas Eve treat from TGV. With a croaky voice comes some honest critiques, though with all those b-roll clips of plastics, was surprised the junk that is the Swatch/FF didn’t make the bad 10 😂 Get well soon. Happy Christmas!

[@Phil5150Bower]

Merry Christmas everyone, merry Christmas tgv 🤙🏻

[@thedarknightmedic6187]

To fix that voice drink cheap Tennessee whiskey while staring at a jar of honey. Trust me I am a paramedic.

[@dunderhay9169]

I love the way you go against everyone else on KZbin and put the elegant 1908 in the top ten and the gaudy bubble dial in the bottom 👍. Happy Christmas 😁

[@zumalot]

I had to immediately go take my 1966 Top Time out, smile and just shake my head. Great job, TGV, especially when not feeling well. Hoping you are on the mend and wishing you and yours a Merry Christmas and onward.

[@wastedaga1n]

Sagz081 or Sagz083, Appreciate the JDM masterpiece, you peasant. Also before i hope into my Bentley, I'll tell you the stainless steel SBTM239/SBTM241 is the same watch vs the sagz titanium... NO one knows. Shhh. It's the best watch EVER MAAAAAAADE!

[@stefanotattifrongia3612]

I’m sorry that you felt for Bracca, most of the watch community in Italy don’t like him. Anyway is watch is not Made in Italy, not even close. Made in Italy required that 100% is designed and made in Italy. Different from the Made in German that they can use with movement that aren’t German. The only one made in Italy is Oisa, the only one that produces calibre in Italy. Merry Christmas 🎄

[@kennybacchus1488]

The. 10. Best. and. Worst. Watches. Of. 2023. Rolex. Grand. Seiko. Citizen

[@doedeerdesign]

Thanks Bigcat - great year mate! Your recommendations have been super valued over the years. Maybe its time to add an Acutron or a Hanhart to the collection (loved the doc btw). Looking forward to your adventures next year. All the best - Cheers TGV!

[@andrewmiddleton6782]

The Terry Thomas look?!?😮

[@danmar007]

Imagine watching this video and discovering you bought all the worst watches on the list. 😅

[@davidcrandall4958]

TVG You should make a video about worse watch casting in movies lol ike the Caravle in Midway!

[@theurbangentry]

Great idea, noted down! Thank you, genius! Best regards, TGV

[@davidcrandall4958]

You're welcome and of course I meant Caravelle!

[@LRSTGS]

Regarding the independence of TGV, I'm not sure I can fully be on board with it anymore. As stated many times on the channel, TGV has collaborated or consulted for many brands and they aren't disclosed. "You may be wearing a watch I've helped design and not even know it". Unless we know which brands TGV has worked for, we can't be aware of any potential bias. Whilst I love the channel, and I am certain TGV would absolutely never just take a payment to feature a watch, let alone speak about it positively, there is an inevitable bias when discussing a brand you've worked for. Each time independence is mentioned I always think this.

[@ThemysteriousMrP]

Lots of citizen group “likes” FC, Bulova,Accutron and Alpina all Citizen. Maybe it’s just coincidence..

[@77cjam]

Great video as always sir, and as always I love the nod to Blackadder 2 and much respect to the late great Robbie Coltrane. Not sure I have a favourite/worst of 2023. But excuse the pun, watches are timeless and I'm happy to wear something that cake out 50 years ago, as well as yesterday. Everyone has their own opinions and as such there are no rights and wrongs but there are some ghoulish ones in your worst list. Hope you have a very merry Christmas my friend and all the best to you and your family. Enjoy

[@teedoubleu2580]

once again you've hit the nail on the head! It's not about building the most expensive watch with the most gemstones and the most pointless complications. The true values, the useful functions, the beautiful design, the classic attributes, that's what characterizes a beautiful watch. Not the price tag and not pointless extremes. Attracting attention at any price should not be in the specifications of a new watch development...

[@benjaminbarrera214]

But people buy those horrible watches! So what if you and I agree that they should not exist, the companies do want to attract attention to their brand. Those weird Louis Vitton watches, it doesn't matter if they sell or not, it gives LV the illusion of making premium products. Sure, it's all smoke and mirrors but that's how capitalism works.

[@tranquangminh7617]

Apologies, but what's the issue with creating a costly timepiece adorned with precious gemstones and intricate features? Aren't most watches, if not all, essentially devoid of practical purpose? Why is a reasonably priced watch, featuring a straightforward and conventional design, deemed more tasteful than a lavish one boasting gemstones, intricate complications, meticulous craftsmanship, and a unique design? Personally I feel all microbrands featured in this video is boring, merely copy and paste products, why the LV is the most interesting one.

[@Not-a-bot222]

@@tranquangminh7617to me it’s all subjective. While I may think an MM300 is beautiful and other may think it’s hideous. And while I think a Richard Mille is disgusting and over priced another may love it and must after it. I couldn’t care less what people wear from invicta or low tier Timex to the eye watering pieces demanding nearly 7 figures. Just keep a healthy level of respect for others like and don’t be a snob!

[@OscarOSullivan]

Like my Citizen NY0040-17L a very beautiful but highly functional design

[@keithmason5584]

My gran used to say to me there’s something for everyone, I agree there’s some monsters out there but we buy what we like not what is popular (or at least I do) one of my best watches I ever owned was a 1990 Omega Seamaster sword hands , wish I kept it ! But then I also have a Tudor Royal black Roman ? Then I like a Chinese Tourbillion and GS 😂 My collection goes from £70 to £18k GBP , all crap in the eyes of “experts”

[@DonLee1980]

I was deeply disappointed with Patek this year as well. It was only recently did I learn that they didn't actually set their own gems before, and would have to outsource a different company to do that for them. Last year, they bought out that company, and then suddenly like now they don't have to pay others to do it anymore, they went insane and added as many diamonds and gems to their watches as possible.

[@dixonjernigan1534]

I don’t know about having Hublot in the same category as MB&F. From the interviews I’ve seen, Max just seems like a mad scientist who is having a blast making crazy watches. I have no desire to own them, but their philosophy seems almost antithetical to the cash-grab origins of Hublot.

[@allrightknight]

Great 2023 Watch round up! 🤠 Wish I had the time to do a deep dive like that on watches, but it’s great we got TGV on the case 🤗 Happy New Year! 🎅🏼🥳🍾

[@amicoorologiaio]

Grazie amico mio per avermi incluso nel video. Mi hai fatto emozionare😊😍. Auguri di buon Natale ed un fruttuoso 2024😊🙏🏻

[@kimchiwasabee]

I wouldn't want to wear an MBnF when i'm dead in a coffin.

[@harrycee656]

Great video! Mostly agreeable winners. Spot on with a proper deserved roasting of the worst. ALS or JLC should replace PP.

[@rcmakingtracks18]

Brilliant, thanks for sharing. Top shelf, class. Oh my one watch collection, Omega planet ocean, with orange accents, black dial with white markers. Rubber strap, wear it every day, make me smile everytime I check the time. : ) John

[@csarswatches]

I didnt know AP did a collab with MVMT 😂😂😂

[@verynormalman]

Interesting selections. Thanks for your thoughts throughout the year. Even though we have different tastes, I respect your view.

[@ryanthorne5432]

What’s with all these high priced brands trying to make the most obnoxious Invictas seem classy?

[@bassplayer2011ify]

My favorite watch release this year was the 55th anniversary Seiko 5. It took everything I loved about my 809 and improved upon it. My only gripe is that the logos are printed instead of applied. Its also the watch that made me break one of my collecting rules. Which is/was no limited editions particularly from Seiko and Omega.

[@EK-fy5yy]

Totally agree on Patek Philippe,what at step back on watches and after sell service,based on my own experience.

[@kjeldpedersen666]

Hi TGV Patek.....what are you DOING?😆 Have a happy holly day and keep up the good work❤️

[@MarcoBraccaWristAddiction]

Solo grazie dal profondo del cuore amico mio, mi hai fatto un regalo di Natale meraviglioso Un grande abbraccio!❤

[@sayeedrahman7800]

Well I wasn't expecting a watery eyed TGV in the year's final video, speedy recovery man, but a bold and honest piece of content made it all worthwhile. I discovered Tim Mosso, Teddy to Roman Sharf etc this year, but you are my fav, happy to have discovered you, happy holidays !

[@RichardPetrie-u9j]

Hi tgv it's Richard petrie hope everyone has a lovely Christmas and very happy new year 🎉🎉🎉

[@lshin80]

You know what? Those monstrosities are not the worst per se... the worst thing is those brands putting out that rubbish only for the money. That stuff is clearly intended for kitsch braggers, not for watch enthusiasts, so those brands don't really believe in what they're making... They are just prostituing themselves. I couldn't buy anything from such brands, as I can't respect them. Merry Christmas TGV! See you next year!

[@karlsenula9495]

To me the first half of 2023 was the year of Swatch angst/anticipation and the NH34 and the later half the year of Titanium and glidelock/quick adjust clasp.

[@daniell2217]

Happy Xmas, TGV. Your cold giving me Jeremy Irons audio vibes. Surprised that MB&F didn’t make your naughty list. Never seen anything MB&F where I didn’t think - stupid, ugly, and pointless. Agree 100% on the AP. The ridiculous subdials look like a stripper’s nipple tassels.

[@Adrian_3006]

I'm not going to argue with any of your picks TGV. Most of your worst 10 are for people who have LOADSA' MONEEE 🤣! Just awful every one 🤮. Invicta don't deserve some of the "hate" for building garish watches when you see the big boys dropping hideous crap like these! Thanks for all your hard work this year 👌🥳😎

[@davidh4838]

Sadly you put TAG in the flop10, cause my favorite release was the Glassbox (the black silver one) which I purchased and felt In love with (my first 'luxury watch') , but I absolutely understand why you chose TAG Heuer to be there in your list. It's sad they're trying to sell such amounts of limited editions. It is getting annoying like those thousands of Seiko LE's (Seiko-Fan here). Thank you for the amazing work this year. Wish you the best for 2024!

[@gshockbabe6144]

Best watches for me:Casio DW5000ss and Lorus automatic field watch with full lumibrite dial.Worst watches:Anything Breitling and the Casio GBDH2000.

[@candide1772]

Great choices! I really like the Hanhart Chronograph and the Vulcain Diver. My favorite watch of 2023 has to be my new Casio G Shock GW5000U! It really is the ultimate G Shock Square! As far as the worst watch in your video, Richard Mille is my least liked model here. My least liked release of 2023 has to be the Islander Baiting Hollow, which really felt like hollow masturbating masquerading as watch design. The movement doesn't seem to be a true skeleton movement, and this really felt like a lazy release from Long Island Watch.

[@giovanidiamonds]

Subbed, haha I've known about you since I got my 16613 back in 2019. Its since been sold and purchased the 16618. I think we're probably around the same age, I know you have some big boy watches as well and to say that you're not a bit of a man child would be lies, but you're funny, sincere, and have humility and class. Your skit at the beginning gave me a good laugh, loved Jurassic Park growing up, but I have a feeling you did more. 🤣 In even the oldest person, lives a young heart. Thanks and keep up the great entertaining work! Keep having fun in life

[@maximvanmeenen409]

Hi TGV, Merry Christmas! I was wondering, since you're so fond of the Accutron movements and the Spaceview series. What's your opinion on the Omega f300 line? Thanks in advance for your answer, looking forward to your next videos!

[@HRM.H]

My favorite watch this year was made by a 17 year old! (J.S. Elliot) He is a young indepent watchmaker that recently released his first batch of watches. Im very impressed and am looking forward to his next projects. The worst this year goes to Rolex with the Oyster Perpetual Balloon dial. Just gaudy in my opinion Hope you get well soon, Ive been sick for the last 2 weeks... hope you have a great Christmas and new years!

[@Chrissepisje]

Cracking video, I was surprised to see GS land at the number 1 spot, honestly. I laughed at the RM bit though. It feels like Richard Mille indeed is born to collaborate with the Memphis group. I really hate the Memphis group. They made "de Stijl" look tasteful. Regarding watch journalism, it hasn't existed for quite a while now, but it's been propelled to new depths with Hodinkee becoming a lifestyle-marketing magazine pur sang. That all said I think one of the few neat Rolexes of the last few years was indeed the balloon. The 1908 is almost a good dress watch, but the balloon is harmless fun. Loved the comments on the AP. I may have sniggered out loud.

[@OscarOSullivan]

Merry Christmas to all. I just got a last generation Citizen NY0040 a NY0040-17L to be precise with 8203 on the dial but 8204 on the caseback which probably will make these watches collectible. For Christmas the finish is great for €200 odd quid. The lovely blue dial, the classic handset, applied lume marks, framed date window and dimpled crown. The Bezel feels great and there is no misalignment, eat your heart out Seiko. I feel that Citizen are an underrated brand compared to Seiko in Japanese watchmaking in the 1950’s they created parashock and the first truly water resistant watch in Japan. That Jacob and Co casino watch is tasteful compared to their sex scene watch. On a more positive note that new Rolex dress watch looks so superb I would probably buy it. But alas my current grails are either a Stowa Marine 36 handwind no date with decorated movement and open case back, Longines Zulu 39mm with black dial, gilt hands and indices and green bezel or the Longines Conquest heritage dress watch as either my current grail. One of the things that I loved about 2002 to 2015 Top Gear was how they would often skewer in the later years Designer speak and process. Hublot seem to have jizzed out all those watches. Old money is no longer the high priority target for high end watch makers instead it is the new money.

[@jasoncraft1165]

I was initially excited about the Swatch Blancpain collaboration and in a fit of impulse enthusiasm I bought one at the Swatch AD in Orlando. I couldn't get it off my wrist fast enough. Unlike the Swatch Omega Moonswatch collaboration which I really enjoyed, the Swatch/Blancpain Fifty Fathoms just seems to be.....awful.

[@BobMarley-pm1xb]

Great vid TGV! Thanks

[@rezathenightfly]

I want to thank you from the very pit of my heart for eviscerating the charlatan Jacob & Co for their relentless pursuit of horology hideousness.

[@loganholmberg2295]

OMG what was AP thinking with that markingless chrono? Thats more vile then any mvmt. At least there you're only out say 100 bucks. But the AP? THEY SHOULD KNOW BETTER!

[@watchpickle2k]

Uf uf uf... unusual choices :D I agree on all worst watches, of course, I don't agree on the best watches! :) I dont think my list would even make it to 10, beacuse so many older models just feels better to me somehow. I would however add the Fortis N-42 Novonaut, the B42 Cosmonauts successor (that I also own and love) which I am expecting just after new year...

[@chris555]

I've looked back but I don't know if you did or didn't do a video about the Blancpain/Swatch co-lab. So I'd like to know your feelings on this watch. I think you don't like the Moonswatch IIRC from a previous video. I don't like the Moonswatch....is the Blancpain/Swatch anything to write home about?

[@zeppelinboys]

TGV I love the 'techno bumbers' you use between watches! just wondering if you were into that scene in the 90s? the BEST years for hardcore, Gabber, etc! the BEST parties! those are the Dutch created genres that exploded in popularity. for a good reason! but maybe you already know what i'm talking about? dunno much about you but you seem to be a man of the world. anyway i'm glad i found this channel and I wish the New Year to treat you and yours the best! and i love you're a RLM fan!

[@mackledee]

To call every other watch journalist/watch manufacture collaboration a "money grab" and yours pure and authentic is a bit rich. I would argue some of them are actually quite good and designed from the same place of love and respect for horology as you. Overall, a fine list if a bit judgy on the worst watches of the year. Not every watch has to be "pure class" to exist. Some people are rich and like to have fun-the Hublot Murakami a case in point. Anyway, happy 2024. Keep the content coming.

[@CharlvdH]

Hi Tristano, many thanks for all the great videos. Although we do not always share the same taste in watches ;) I feel we definitely share the way we look at the watch industry in general. We most definitely share our love for Squale by the way! And I am soooo happy to have finally purchased the Palombari watch last week. I was even fortunate enough to actually buy it from one of the Palombari members based in La Spezia, still pinching my arm..... Did you know (as you are a true Panerista) that Panerai also produced a limited edition Palombari watch? Too steep for me, but perhaps you are interested ;) Anyway, thanks again, love your work, please keep on doing what you do. Cheers, Charl

[@Theo-ul8qm]

One thing I like about this channel is that you choices are different from those coming from many watch publications. And I'm happy to see that! Most of the watches on the top 10 best list I wasn't aware of, so I'm very happy to be introduced to them via this list. Regarding the top 10 worst, it's a very harsh video on Patek Philippe, but I must say, I agree to a good degree with the point you made. That calatrava model is not ugly, but it feels like an expensive toy with no mechanical innovation inside it whatsoever. That and a gem-set aquanaut are not why I personally love Patek Philippe. Personally I would be a bit kinder to the likes of LV, Richard Mille and MB&F because at least their offerings come with some mechanical merit behind them.

[@richardtan322]

You have just endorsed directly or indirectly the Holy Trinity: ALS, Breguet and JLC. Totally agree with you wholeheartedly. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and your family.🎉

[@MERKAMGCLK]

Tristan, BRAVO!!! I totally agree. Especially PP and AP doing those hideous watches. They should be replaced by JLC and ALS in the Holy Trinity.

[@Memo-iRumi]

Ciao my Friend.. Mille grazie for your Best and Worst Lists of this year!! Grande. It was a pleasure to share your perspective on the watch world this year. I was able to get to know the Squale brand in particular through your channel. I live in Germany, so it's nice to see that your list includes two greats of German watch history: Laco and Hanhard. I wish you and your family happiness and, above all, health for the next year. In Luck to see many more of your videos.!! Salute and Ci vidiamo

[@Enzo_Gorlomi]

Would have loved to see Farer on your top 10 list, I think they do some really nice work. Also I am shocked about the Patek's 😅 what the hell?? Merry Christmas TGV

[@NaNByZero]

I think it’s all about raising hell. Happy Christmas Tristano! 🕐⚙️😘 PS: Loving Redlettermedia. Greetings from Germany.