The only watch I will NEVER sell - Dornbluth Ceramic Sea

[@LachlanPont-j2h]

The man doesn't choose the watch, the watch chooses the man. That blue, the field watch legibility, the modern twist and strap colour! Looks amazing on you huge flex for me!

[@johnpoulter]

This is like having a suit made by a real top-notch tailor, but obviously more-so. It's not something you have a dozen of, just one is enough. Love it.

[@PeterKotsa]

Nicely said John

[@craig2100]

Peter, well done Mate. This watch doesn't disappoint and still remains beautiful to this day. Cheers.

[@PeterKotsa]

Thanks Craig, in my eyes it just keeps getting more beautiful. I especially love changing straps on this cheers mate

[@MrSilverhand91]

Your channel is like a breath of fresh air in the youtube watch scene! You are a perfect example of a watch enthusiast and how this hobby should be enjoyed.

[@PeterKotsa]

Wow, thank you!🙏

[@benjaminvis]

I just continue to be happy for you to have found this watch and have such profound connection to it. It wouldn't feel right to share my views on whether it would be for me or not, or what I'd prefer to be different. Especially with a unique handmade watch, this is just for you. So I'm here to enjoy hearing and seeing your connection with it.

[@PeterKotsa]

🙏 cheers Ben

[@encol7953]

Hi Peter, just wanted to say thank you for all of your posts throughout 2024. I’ve greatly enjoyed the high quality video and images coupled with your personal and no-nonsense insights. Keep up the great work!! Cheers.

[@PeterKotsa]

Cheers for watching and sharing much appreciated I will try and keep it up 👍

[@adk7962]

Congratulations on finding something so special. This is the quintessential example of a man wearing a watch instead of the watch wearing the man. Thanks for sharing Sir. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!

[@PeterKotsa]

Thanks for the kind words, and Merry Christmas to you too! 🙏

[@macanbhaird1966]

I love it! Enjoy it for many years to come. This watchmaker is going on my "watch list".

[@fabricea7704]

Great watch. Craftsmanship has a cost, the price doesn't shock me more than that. The mechanics are beautiful. Good choice, Peter.

[@PeterKotsa]

Totally agreed 👍

[@itstheMR]

It’s a mechanical art piece. A labyrinth forged by genius you could follow with a loupe or macro lens forever. Pure eye candy. Another inspiring piece to own. Enjoy your holidays as well!

[@petrmotlik6515]

This one is really a beautiful piece. That picture of luminiscence taken in the shade, wow! But of all the watches you have reviewed, I fell in love with that red buttoned Hahnhart flieger. And I also remember fondly that first Leica watch you reviewed here - truly jaw dropping experience, another discovery of engineering beauty that left me in awe. Well done and I wish you that watchmakers would keep making these little wonders for you and all of us to enjoy them in coming years

[@steinhummer]

One can really feel the love you have for this stunning watch! An yes, getting comments and credits from real watch geeks is great. I am wearing Sinn watches for about 35 years now and enjoyed a couple of nice conversations with strangers that turned out to be fellow watch nerds. Have fun with your beauty, merry christmas and a happy new year.

[@Spectrecontrol]

It must be so satisfying for the watch makers to see someone loving and enjoying their craftsmanship so much, makes the effort all worthwhile

[@PeterKotsa]

One day I should make the trip to visit the studio, that would be a treat

[@Spectrecontrol]

@@PeterKotsa yes would be awesome to see it

[@leonm2407]

The video doesn't do the watch dial justice. Having seen it up close, it is truly beautiful. Thanks for sharing Peter.

[@PeterKotsa]

I agree Leon, I can just look at this for hours..actually stare 😊

[@stavros_katsopr]

Oh yes... the Aegean colour (dial !!!). No wonder this has such a unique place in your heart... Enjoy the holidays (plus anything you love) with the family bro. Cheers!

[@jvduckmanton7162]

Your passion is so infectious.

[@PeterKotsa]

Love my hobbies 😊👌

[@touhidghasemi7093]

Just for you to know, you got me into watches with the original video you made on this watch. I don’t know what will happen in the future, but I definitely want to get my hands on this watch with this specific configuration! Looks amazing! I think this is something you can call special.

[@PeterKotsa]

Thank you for sharing Touhid, appreciate it bro 👍

[@michaelcollins2473]

Absolutely lovely piece. I agree with you....I buy watches for ME, because I like them. Especially something like this. It's to mark a point in time, a point in your life. It's a memory you wear on your wrist.

[@PeterKotsa]

Its exactly how I feel, thanks for sharing Michael 👍

[@scottgordon6740]

Wow, that is a beautiful watch! After many years of watch collecting and having double-digit watches in my collection, I have definitely come to realize that I gravitate toward watches with full Arabic dials. Those really speak to me and this Dornbluth is a really fine example. May have to add this to the list.

[@Phaevryn]

My first "real" watch is one I modded myself because I couldn't find what I was looking for and then I learned you can mod them. The whole idea scared the crap out of me but after planning it and doing it step by step I got it done. It's not an expensive watch, in total it was less than 600 including the tools, but I love it. It's MY watch and there is no other like it, having a attachment to it and knowing the journey behind it makes it invaluable.

[@PeterKotsa]

Great story, thank you for sharing 👍

[@richardwysocki8300]

Good looking watch, Peter! Congratulations and Peace, Mate!

[@PeterKotsa]

Thank you, same to you Richard

[@jerryadams4671]

Peter, you are a master content creator. Congratulations on another outstanding video. Best wishes to you for 2025 and beyond.

[@PeterKotsa]

Cheers Jerry Thanks for the kind words 🙏

[@stuturner6052]

Killer combo on the rubber straps ❤

[@michaellechner3194]

This is a watch for someone who will love it from the day he receives it, until the day he ceases to collect!

[@davidelliott948]

Beautiful watch. Simple, great dial, super legible! You’ve inspired me to try new straps on my watches in 2025. 😊

[@greglipschitz]

Beautiful watch Pete. Merry Christmas to you and the family.

[@PeterKotsa]

Thanks so much Greg, Merry Christmas to you too!

[@felo6035]

A truly unique and very special watch Pete. It's amazing how a watch, sometimes expensive other times cheap, can hold such incredible emotional value in our hearts. For me, and you know I have a big collection, the one watch I will never let go is a simple Casio G-Shock DW5600 worn by my Dad. It's old and full of nicks and scratches. My Dad loved this watch. And to me it is the most valuable watch in the world. A very Merry Christmas to you and your family, and may God bless you all always, brother.

[@PeterKotsa]

Absolutely brother, price has nothing to do with an emotional attachment for sure 👍 Enjoy your holidays and stay safe 🙏

[@felo6035]

​@@PeterKotsa👍🙌

[@mesteme]

It truly is a beauty - well done!

[@LuckyBuns]

That strap you paired with the watch is perfectly matched!

[@PeterKotsa]

I think so too 👍

[@abderra18]

Absolutely stunning watch.

[@paulhart2021]

That color is so unique! It's just beautifully done!

[@E_D_43]

I can see why you love this watch: it's beautiful. The size looks perfect on your wrist. Merry Christmas to you and all your viewers.

[@timelybehaviour5318]

For anyone that knows watchmaking, this is a special watch. I think you summed it up well with the word “sublime”.

[@PeterKotsa]

It truly is 👌

[@mikaeljonsson4686]

Beautiful watch! Especially the movement... 🥰😍🤩

[@timetowatch_francois]

What a stunning watch! And that movement looks fantastic!

[@eggsII]

That’s a beautiful piece, Peter! Simple elegance.

[@CaptainAustralia64]

I get your love for this watch, it speaks to me and I don't have it on my wrist

[@TommyRibs]

Dornbluth is a great watchmaker. This is a beautiful watch Peter. May you always wear it in good health !

[@PeterKotsa]

I agree, it’s a special piece! 👍 Cheers Tommy

[@farukhhasan11]

Hi Pete, hope you are doing great. I love this review, its honest and purely typical of a watch enthusiast. May God bless you amen!

[@PeterKotsa]

Absolutely, never profess to being anything else but that..an enthusiast 👍

[@johnnyarsenault9124]

The beautiful finishes on the watch & movement are jaw dropping! 👌❤️👍😍

[@PeterKotsa]

I know, it’s hard to look away!

[@kady275]

Pete, thank you so much for this review. It reminded me once again why I love this hobby so much! I think if you get caught up in brand names, you’re really restricting your exposure to amazing pieces like this one. I buy a watch with exactly the same approach that you do, if it moves me if it speaks to me, that’s my main motivation. That’s what keeps bringing me back to your channel, your passion for time pieces is so evident, as opposed to a lot of reviewers that seem to be trying to sell you on what they’re reviewing. Have a great Christmas holiday, I look forward to seeing what you have in store for 2025.

[@PeterKotsa]

Thank you for sharing and have a good break and start to the new year 👍

[@Ilsabb331]

Great review. A lovely watch that you truly enjoy. So glad you are sharing your passion. Thank you.

[@PeterKotsa]

Thanks for watching 👍

[@moonfleet9537]

I bought one too and dont think I could ever sell it. So unique.

[@DUCLEBOWSKI]

Mr. Peter Kotsa, I look forward to seeing you again soon to present this seemingly trivial object - in the literary sense - that is the watch, for some, but for others, an object whose divisions into hours, minutes and seconds are significant. Happy Holidays to all

[@michaelredding6219]

What a wonderful review, thanks for sharing this special watch!

[@PeterKotsa]

My pleasure

[@davebudd1429]

What a beauty. I'm sure I'm not the only one who looked this brand up after seeing your video. Cheers!

[@Vicky88456]

Love the background you have setup with the wallpapers of the watch on laptops and screen. Wonderful!!! ❤🎉 I have a Stowa Marine Original 41mm, very similar to this watch. I love it for its movement and simple, but classy looks. This watch of yours is "gold" version of it. Very well made and beautifully decorated movement. Size is perfect for your wrist. Enjoy the watch Bro! 🎉

[@bruceyoung2869]

Just found your channel. Refreshing to see someone who is not obsessed about the popular brands

[@PeterKotsa]

Life is too short to try and please others with my collection, if I make myself happy then I am authentic 👍

[@DSupremeLounge]

Thanks. What a beautiful timepiece. Enjoy it!

[@AlexanderB.]

At least I can see at first glance that this fine watch is pure class! Seen this way, you are showing off mate! 😂 Jokes aside, congrats on this true enthusiast's watch! Merry Christmas! 🎅

[@PeterKotsa]

Wish I was in Germany brother, I'd be visiting many of these watch studios personally...maybe one day Enjoy the holidays Alex, cheers 🙏

[@darcy_fm]

Your original video sent me down the rabbit hole with Bornbluth and I've now specced my own and will take delivery in the middle of 2025!

[@mikerogers1949]

Damn so 6-9 months for a custom build? I ordered a Damasko and that was 3 months

[@darcy_fm]

@@mikerogers1949 Will be over a year by the time mine is on wrist

[@darcy_fm]

@@mikerogers1949 Will be over 12 months by the time I have it on wrist

[@goldenarm009]

My jaw dropped when I saw how beautiful this watch is. It almost gives lange/patek/journe vibes. Stunning man.

[@PeterKotsa]

I know what you mean -Im happy with it 😊

[@bobbressi5414]

Beautiful time piece

[@thegorn]

Gorgeous piece. That’s really something.

[@teamalpha8134]

It’s beautiful. It also looks very good on you. The strap looks solid but very comfortable.(the green rubber one mate)

[@michaelbradley6488]

I really love this piece, such a great watch.

[@Stanjara]

Suit You Sir... ooooh... suit You! That trick that you did with the strap... was icing on the cake.

[@PeterKotsa]

No trick bro, just old school thought 😊😂

[@stevewarner8686]

Congratulations! Beautiful watch... I too had purchased a watch that I share the same feelings... Bremont Broadsword... gives me alot of joy for my adventure lifestyle... one day I hope to own a watch like yours... thanks for your reviews 👍

[@PeterKotsa]

Excellent story, thanks for sharing Steve, cheers mate enjoy the holidays

[@stuartheyburn8741]

Glad you’re still enjoying it so much, sometimes we lust after watches, buy them and then they leave us feeling flat! Definitely a winner!! Have a great Christmas Peter and anyone else who sees this.🎄👍⏱️

[@PeterKotsa]

So true! I think this was bought for a reason and that reason will always be with me Enjoy the holidays Stuart 👍

[@timrosenthal46]

A beautiful watch mate ..

[@paulhalton1543]

Beautiful watch. I just bought my first German watch, a Laco, and I have it wrapped up and under the tree. I just hope the spirit of the season keeps my wife from chiding me!

[@PeterKotsa]

😂

[@Area_man115]

Sublime. Merry Christmas!

[@khronokraze]

Great watch. You're even particularly lucky you didn't have to wait at least a year to have one made for you. Ready to buy when you were there. I'd love to spec out and have a bespoke one made some day. Although I think the smaller case size would be preferable for my 7" wrist. I have to say there certain details and proportions of the dial of the larger 42mm size like the one you have that look better. Particularly the small seconds is perfectly centered and the size of it fills up the space between the center and the outer dial. The smaller 38mm doesn't do that. The next best thing, maybe better, is having drilled through lug holes. You can easily remove any strap with those. I don't mind if it makes the outside less clean. It makes changing straps easy and way less stressful.

[@gordonshkurhan]

That is a beauty! Love the colour. I've got one on the way but from time to order to time of delivery will be about a year. I went with a traditional 3-hand with engraved markers, red 12 with a matching sweeping seconds hand. I can't wait to get it! It took you a week to make the decision? It took me several years! No regrets though. Like you, I prefer to buy quality watches that fly under the radar. It's like my Habring Erwin Pilot. It has a drop-beat seconds hand that many people mistake for a quartz movement. I like that sort of thing. As you say, only the people in the know, know. I live in Hong Kong where status is everything and you can't turn around without seeing a Rolex of some sort. Not my thing at all. I'll happily take the hand-crafted pieces all day long. Keep enjoying the watch!

[@PeterKotsa]

You are in for a treat, such an elegant piece! Enjoy it when it arrives 👍

[@gordonshkurhan]

@@PeterKotsa Thanks. I appreciate that.

[@abderra18]

I was seriously tempted to purchase one of these. The basic movement with white dials are fanstantic value but a tad dull. When you start to customise the watch, big date, large second hand, nicer dial etc .. the price jumps up considerably firmly into the territory of offerings from the likes of moritz grossmann, glashute original etc..

[@frankpentangeli7945]

Such a beautiful watch!!! 😍 I own a Dornbluth, I just love it and it's very special to me, but it's not as nice as yours.

[@inspectorBob88]

I wish I knew more German brands I’d love this look but for a more affordable option. This is such a beauty.

[@neilbotha3527]

Beautiful

[@damonmhtan9490]

Terrific narration... Beautiful watch. No date window

[@tomthompson7400]

Thats a stunning watch , personally Id want a micro rotor and a screw crown , but I do understand the tactile winding thing .

[@denbo74]

My friend got one of these 20 years ago. I thought it was the most beautiful watch I ever saw and it’s his watch that got me into watches. I was about to get one but then the IWC Portugueser 40 was released and ended up with that

[@PeterKotsa]

Nice choice with the IWC 👍

[@TalkingTimepieces]

Dornbluth is a great watchmaker. Cool episode!

[@PeterKotsa]

Thanks for watching Alix 👌

[@samnova450]

Gorgeous watch, like the 42MM diameter, works for my big wrist size. Saw some other color options, like the white dial and gold case look.

[@Z-S-H]

It is a beautiful watch I can see why you feel that way

[@jamespool1335]

Loving your view on this - I also want an emotional connection with a watch if it will stay in my collection long term - otherwise it's just ANOTHER watch! I remember you finding this watch by happy coincidence (and a good nudge by your wife) so I am delighted for you mate, that's it ended up becoming THE watch for you Peter mate 😁

[@PeterKotsa]

I could easily let go of everything and live with just this 👍

[@jamespool1335]

@PeterKotsa fantastic my friend

[@markbowman7240]

stunning peice and a brand that is on my radar ..and very easy to contact ..just what combination 😂

[@michaelj8793]

I think that I'd wear it reversed at least weekly lol Thanks for sharing as always my friend Be well and Big blessings

[@PeterKotsa]

It’s not a bad idea, I might try that! 😂

[@martinharrison4245]

Glad you love it Pete, its a beautiful watch , although its not my cup of tea. Im surprised at 42mm and a 52 mm lug 2 lug , that you actually love it. Normally you'd be saying its too large etc. But thats the beauty of this hobby , and why its so important to actually try the watch on the wrist. Some work and others don't, and sometimes we just can't explain it. I still love my seiko sla043, but sometimes wish it was a tad bigger for me. My tudor chrono is 41mm and hits my sweet spot , so I'm lucky I love both in different ways. Ive also got a formula one tag thats only 38mm which is tiny for my 19cm wrist , but strangely it works ? Have I learnt anything about watch sizes yet , apparently not , but I have learnt to enjoy what you like. Have a great Xmas m8 , you work incredibly hard , and im in awe of what you do. Your definitely one of the legends on watches now , and fully deserve that accolade.

[@willywantoknow2563]

Nice watch. I have a fusie pocket watch and the insides are amazingly decorated similarly to your watch. There also is that microscopic chain to ensure even torque throughout the day as power unwinds. Solid silver case.

[@PeterKotsa]

Sounds like you have a beauty of a pocket watch, very cool!

[@mikeraiche5063]

That's a great review on a gorgeous watch. Well done sir!

[@PeterKotsa]

Thank you for watching, much appreciated 👍

[@larryfromwisconsin9970]

Interesting. Coincidentally I bought all the parts from Aliexpress to build an almost identical watch. Almost identical except with a Seagull movement, rose Gold case with luminous Flieger dial and hands. Aliexpress has dials and hands like yours but without the luminous feature. I got a similar brown leather strap with a rose Gold deployment clasp. I haven't assembled it yet but seeing your video makes me want to pull out my tools.

[@peterboyce1422]

Just beautiful. Happy Christmas.

[@marlowkaplan3584]

Well done sir

[@gmotionedc5412]

Beautiful I love it!!🎉

[@nimeshdhokia6139]

They have their own in house calibres now too

[@odds-and-sods]

It's a great piece, especially on the rubber 👍

[@davidhunternyc1]

I agree with you about your stunning Dornbluth. It's priceless and timeless, subtle, classical, and elegant. Obviously inspired by the Patek Philippe Ref 96, with many excellent watchmakers today making variations, such as Kikuchi Nakagawa. Dornbluth, however, is in a league of their own. I bow.

[@LordBurke]

It looks amazing on the rubber strap

[@PeterKotsa]

I know 👍

[@lesgillard985]

Just a work of art. 🎉 Congratulations 👍👍👍

[@maxinahunt8652]

A beautiful blue.

[@curt4930]

Beautiful watch,beautiful story,great review Pete,enough said👍

[@AcmeRocket]

Fantastic!

[@michaeltroiano5705]

What a beautiful piece. Elegant but rugged and unfussy. Like a Navy SEAL in a tuxedo.

[@PeterKotsa]

Ooh I like that, Navy Seal in a Tux...very cool

[@tonyxxx9463]

Just think you intended to look at other brands when you visited Peter at Define only to walk away with that gorgeous watch, great choice

[@PeterKotsa]

Thats a very dangerous shop to visit brother...haha Second visit and as you know I bought another watch from Peter (video coming January) Hope you're well Tony and thanks for sharing mate 🙏

[@jacc88888]

Really like the dial but the movement is breathtaking! Such a shame you can’t reverse it on the wrist! Love the fact it had lume as well. A lot of everyday dress watches used to have lume in the 60s so this is still a classic style watch. Photography top notch as always. Great review!

[@antoniopedre7384]

I have complimented you on this watch choice before. I love your etthics and attitude to watches. I would like to agree but disagree on the point of the quick release springbars. I, too, prefer a quick release springbar as it reduces a lot of hassle and greatly reduces the risk of scratching the case but on pure aesthetics when you have such a beautiful movement on display and old fashioned strap and springbar combo looks best in my opinion. I wish you a very happy Christmas and all the best for the New Year.

[@PeterKotsa]

You’re right I’m probably just grumbling here and being a little lazy 😊

[@bullnose01]

I have a Hamilton Railway Special from my great-grandfather, an Omega Constellation from my grandfather, and a Rolex Datejust from my father. Last year I received my Dornblüth 99.1. It will be my addition to the family heirloom collection.

[@harrisoncleberoliveira9049]

Relógio sublime, um espetáculo 😍

[@ctxrider7585]

A beauty!! 😍🥰

[@jhrodriguez08]

Hi Peter I think this watch would look awesome on a nice mesh bracelet, I have a Tissot Gentleman and all the straps oem and aftermarket didn’t fit the watch or made it look proper on my wrist, until I bought a nice 21 mm mesh bracelet with tapper from strapcode.