The Top Watches of 2024 - Over 20 Watches Mentioned Across Multiple Categories

[@mlzs_]

Microbrands: 2:20 Paulin OH no 3:29 BeauBleu Ecce Smalt 4:32 Trafford crossroads Divers: 5:42 Sinn U50 hydro 7:02 omega diver 300m 8:08 Tudor bb monochrome 9:09 Blancpain Fifty Fathoms 42.3 Ti 10:13 Oris Divers Date Gmt: 11:10 Seiko 5 gmt 12:13 Tudor bb58 gmt 13:08 Longines Zulu Time 13:17 Rolex GMT Master Chronographs: 13:42 Seiko Speedtimer 15:25 Omega Speedmaster White Dial 16:45 Angelus Instrument de Vitesse Dress: 18:23 Orient Bambino V2 19:08 Longines Central Power Reserve 19:46 Grand Seiko White Birch Everyday: 22:34 Hamilton Murph 23:15 Omega Aquaterra Black Lacquer 24:24 Sinn 104 24:36 Tissot Prx Carbon Mechanical excellence 25:15 Iwc Eternal Calendar 25:55 Lange Zeitwerk Date 26:53 De Bethune Kind of Grande Complications Most Controversial: 27:33 Patek Cubitus 29:26 Seiko snxs 30:50 Bremont Teddys favorites: 31:51 Lange Zeitwerk Date 31:56 Credor Eichi2 32:32 Grand Seiko Genbi Valley 33:00 Glashütte PanoLunarInverse 33:47 Omega Speedmaster White Dial 33:58 Hamilton Murph 34:19 Cartier Tank Louis 34:32 Longines Central Power Reserve 34:45 Sinn 104 34:59 Krayon Anywhere

[@jerroldfrank5869]

Thanks!

[@torontothegood]

Gods work

[@bowedonut22]

Not all heroes wear capes

[@ryendavid]

the hero we needed

[@NeGarcon]

Hell yeah bro

[@starxvi]

I recently just got into collecting and picked up my first seiko 5, and i've just been watching all your videos, I really appreciate all the time and effort you and your team put into these videos!

[@danielmelendez9943]

Well my friend if you bought a casio 5, you over spend. You should jave gotten a casio Marlin. Look it up, you can probably get one for under $50. Look at rhe specs, guaranteed you have money for another watch still if u picked up the Marlin.

[@jacobschmitt7033]

I can't tell you what a genuine joy it is to watch your videos, Teddy! Wishing you, your team, and your family a wonderful holiday season. Thank you and your team for continuously bringing us such high quality content!

[@TeddyBaldassarre]

Thank you for the support, my friend! Have a wonderful holiday season as well.

[@SecondWindd]

@@TeddyBaldassarre I'd appreciate it if you can review the two new no date Seamasters that I assume you already have in stock as an Omega AD. I am curious to see how the monochrome grey looks in different light conditions. Thanks

[@chrisfox2211]

The Seiko 5 GMT white dial was selling out in seconds. GREAT looking watch

[@Zekkusa]

I just bought a black Seiko SSK GMT as my first mechanical watch from your shop! I'm already absolutely head over heels with this one. I look forward to learning more about watches through your channel in the near future, although it may be a little while until I purchase another one. Either way, I hope you and your team have an amazing holiday season!

[@JRCohen]

Teddy! Can't get enough of these videos. I'm hoping you're have a wonderful holiday season and you're selling lots of watches. My son and I love to spend time together watching these videos and learning about all incredible details. THANK YOU! We look forward to buying a watch from your company hopefully in the near future. All the best!

[@ibrahimaldhaibani494]

My top pick is the Longines Conquest 38mm Blue Dial. The watch is just unbelievable, one of the best releases of 2024 that the watch community asked for.

[@bucklau]

Teddy, I'd love for you guys to investigate the Citizen Zenshin Chronograph as a direct alternative to the Seiko Speedtimer in today's market. It's also a solar chrono but in titanium, with an integrated bracelet, sapphire crystal as well, and very high quality dials. I got one in September and its been a daily wear ever since!

[@richardmorris7063]

I have titanium Tsuno racer by Citizen..love it

[@sumitkar8146]

Without question the best KZbin watch content creator - extremely happy for your success Teddy and wishing you and your team continued success

[@debatebore1057]

My soon-to-be 18-year old boy is readying to enlist in the Marines after graduating. He's asked for a "watch". We're starting the journey, boys! Im thinking about maybe a Seiko 5 speedtimer quartz or mabe a Seiko 5 GMT, maybe a Hamilton Khaki Field...This will be his first "watch" and Im excited to help him get there.

[@underwaterlevelz1947]

For in the field, recommend something digital like a G Shock or IronMan. When not in the field, a Hamilton Murph 38mm.

[@Vic92084]

If it's to wear on duty, a solar G-Shock just for fire-and-forget durability. If it's for more fashionable events, a Hamilton (Khaki Field or Murph) -- great American brand with a great military history and high quality, timeless designs.

[@Chicken229]

Hamilton khaki is a great watch with great history in the army! If he’s going to wear it in the field I might recommend something more durable like a Casio or G-shock. Proud of your son!

[@TylerKTanaka]

I love a field watch like a Hamilton Khaki or Murph especially because of the ties to the US Military. Good luck!

[@jessenewman2181]

If you haven’t already made a purchase, I’d suggest a Marathon MSAR. Military history and prestige in a classy yet rugged package.

[@philippestrickler3461]

Great overview of this year watches . My 3 watches collection will be : OMEGA speedmaster white dial, IWC eternal calendar and of course one JLC REVERSO.

[@martinioannou1109]

Thanks, Teddy, for the great yearly wrap-up! I’ve been wearing a SINN 556i as my everyday watch ever since I bought it a few years ago based on your recommendation. I also own the BB58 and the Hamilton Khaki Field, and now it’s time to pick out my Christmas present!

[@NerlyBellas]

As always the most thoughtful , well researched & eloquent watch channel around , MAMACOO keep coming !

[@Ben-bs4od]

Seiko snxs now that they are $244 on sale are not only not controversial but the best low end watch on the market looks wise. They went from my shznit list to probably my most desired watch outside of the new King Seikos which now have added Lume on the dial. The thing I like best about this channel is I can always rely on it to be aliexpress free. I am not a believer in luxury anything but watch for your midrange to low end picks. Have a good new year Teddy. All the blessings for introducing me to watches.

[@FlatcapHobbit]

Bought my first mechanical watch, the Seiko 5 SRPE55 “Dress KX” from you this year for my 40th birthday and I love it, thank you so much Teddy and Co.! Probably going to pick up SRPK soon to go with it.

[@y0neh472]

Big thanks to you Teddy and the team. You were one of my most watched channels in 2024 and really helped me gain a bigger perspective on watch making and collecting. You definitely were an influence for my Hamilton Murph purchase and I have 0 regrets. By my opinion you guys are the best watch media out there. Cheers

[@dailykimchi]

23:05 the white dial Murph in 38mm might be my biggest purchase of 2024. My first Swiss ever! Even made a video about it :)

[@ShareReachCommunity]

Thank you for taking your time to make these valuable videos. I started my watch collection with the Tissot PRX, gold quartz … I’m now working hard so that I can buy a nice unique piece for the future. Thank you again. Great video.

[@richardmorris7063]

Good start

[@ShareReachCommunity]

@ thanks. Are you also into collecting?

[@speedracer2please]

I met Nathan Trafford at WindUp, he's an awesome guy and you completely changed his life! I loved that video, as well as this one

[@elevatedsupernova]

I didn’t know Trafford was at Windup! There were so many vendors there!

[@speedracer2please]

@elevatedsupernova they were, on the first floor! It was so busy when I first got there I just went up to the second floor and came back later, and he was sold out of everything. But he talked to me for a while, took a picture with me, and gave me a cool drink coaster based on his new GMT dial, with working lume lol

[@RogerMillerInVA]

Teddy, I've followed you since the early days. Your content is on a consistent upward curve. Congratulations!!

[@shalashSeielstad]

I love watching your videos and MAMACOO to keep myself updated on the world of watches

[@nevmax9312]

I was gifted my first watch this year actually. I’ve never been a watch guy, but I’ve been very into them lately and admittedly I haven’t shut up about them at home 😅 But my lady surprised me with a Citizen Tsuyosa (Automatic), with a Sky Blue dial. It’s my first watch, and I absolutely love it. Haven’t had the pleasure of handling many watches, and I’m very much in the beginning of watch collecting. I have my eyes set on a Timex X Seconde/Seconde (IYKYK EP. 6), and have been going down the rabbit hole of limited edition watches from Timex, and Seiko lol Great video, happy I found this channel a few weeks ago. Merry Christmas Everyone!!! 🎄

[@chris555]

greatest watch i handled this year was a Tag Monaco. Not a new release or anything but it left me wanting to get one at somepoint

[@skibooski6884]

Not a single mention of timex? They literally took over the budget watch sphere this year.

[@johnmoorefilm]

👍

[@Wayne-q1v6l]

I didn't see any wearable models from them this year.

[@HotelBravo556]

They’re butt cancer

[@skibooski6884]

@@Wayne-q1v6l marlin chronograph, deepwater, e-line, falcon eye. All very good models.

[@ninjajellyfish1954]

With what?

[@michaelvaughan9134]

Thanks for another great video Teddy. Love you Brother. Happy Holidays.

[@BTHHansen]

The Angelus Chronograph is a beautiful and elegant design. The raised numerals and simple yet unconventional design are great. The movement looks great in the exhibition caseback.

[@Spongefov]

33:08 that Glashutte is fantastic, I hadn't even seen this advertised or showcased until now, having the moonphase set within the circumference of the timekeeping dial was a stroke of genius

[@justwhenithought]

Excellent annual summary. Thank you.

[@jaydub9509]

Excellent video Teddy, thank you! I know this wasn't at all the intent, but this review once again highlighted how little some brands need to accomplish in a year for their deeds to be considered noteworthy, e.g., marginally narrower wave lines on the Seamaster dial, slightly smaller Fifty Fathoms watch, or just about any minor modification to a Tudor BB. Contrast that with the novel Angelus chronograph, the refreshingly different Longines power reserve watch, the unique GS movement, the IWC eternal calendar, and many innovative designs from microbrands and independents that didn't make the top list.

[@dempand4515]

Watching from France and happy to give you a pass on the yardstick vs metric comment because (as always) this is fantastic content. Your observations about the Cubitus are a refreshing change from the synthetic rage swirling around the community. Thank you so much - masses of info and totally engaging

[@EGB317]

My favorite purchase this year - Omega Speedster White Dial. I love this watch! Teddy - thank you for the outstanding videos this year.

[@L2snakegold]

My favorite watch that I ended up buying was the glashutte original panomatic calendar. I love the addition of the month and the red gold is very handsome.

[@nathans9764]

That Krayon anywhere is amazing. It's crazy expensive, but so very cool.

[@dominicrobertson7626]

I'm so glad someone mentioned the Krayon! I can't remember where I saw it first but absolutely fell in love with it

[@NoName-dk9tx]

I would also recommend Norqain - a family-owned independent brand producing quality Swiss watches. The Neverest GMT is an affordable quality traveler's GMT in a 41mm case with a bracelet or strap option, and an exhibition caseback to view the Kinessi movement. (The bracelet also has a micro-adjustable clasp, something I haven't found on many watches in this price range.) And the folks at the US headquarters in NYC couldn't be more helpful - can't say that about some higher-priced brands.

[@uttam-tambar]

I love this video so much. Thanks Teddy! Two of my favorite watches from this year that weren’t mentioned in Teddy’s video are from an Indian Microbrand called Delhi Watch Company: 1. Havelock Dive Watch. 2. Devanagari Chronograph

[@ijudia]

Awesome! Thanks for always providing such informative content!

[@Logs888]

For the speedmaster I was always eyeing the black one. Now that white makes me question everything... It looks so damn amazing ❤

[@rcpatinaguyllc2655]

Great videos. To answer your question. My two favorite watch this year. 1. The SEAMASTER DIVER 300M 42 MM, STEEL ON STEEL. 2. M79833MN-0001 BLACK BAY GMT S&G Manufacture Calibre MT5652 (COSC) 41mm steel case Steel and yellow gold bracelet.

[@stuartdavies7351]

Really superb video Teddy. It would have been nice to have a ‘tool-watch’ category in there too. Also BIG shout out to watches/brands missed including: Vertex. Vulcaine, Aquastar, & Momentum (for their UDT) just to mention a few…

[@flyingnematode]

The blue jlc reverso tribute mono on 40mm is my fave dress this year

[@sinfullXIII]

My first serious watch I bought was this year while deployed. I picked up the Tag Heuer Carrera Qatar limited edition watch while deployed. It's limited to 150 and I couldn't pass the dial color up. It's a hand set arabic dial, day date too. I'm in love with this watch.

[@peterkalos6271]

I think the new Seiko shogurai SRPL series made a splash and a new case shape and some interesting dials

[@Watchinspector1]

Teddy, nice video. I noticed the hairspring is on the La Joux Perret is tangled up on the regulator pins.

[@AlliDoisNguyens]

The Haim Viajero world timer. I haven't taken it off since I got it in November. Incredibly unique dual, hands, and atlas rotor.

[@badman6398]

Awesome video from an awesome watch content creator!

[@imso_tavo]

One watch not mentioned that I really like is the Tudor FXD GMT. It might not be perfect but boy I NEED that watch!

[@pete5534]

Always a treat. Thank you.

[@jessicabarbosarodriguez9580]

Thank you very much for the time and dedication you put into each video (they are very informative) but above all to Your Excellency and all those behind the cameras who make everything a reality. FELIZ NAVIDAD 🎄

[@scottjohnston4892]

Please do a video on ceramic case watches. Awesome video again teddy!!

[@northernstarwatch]

Very exciting video, thank for all you do in the watch space Teddy!

[@Alan-lv9rw]

Love the Bambino three hand with the beige dial (version 7)!

[@JasonWh]

Tantalum case 300M water resistent case with other metals like clear sapphire case watches for around $1,000. Seen them? They've been around 8 years and have quite a few selections like GMT, world time, etc.

[@schilling2k]

Hey Teddy, thank you very much for your great videos and all the best for 2025! Keep up the good work. Small note from my side: the Sinn homepage for the U50 watch states "just" 500m or 50bar - hence the name - of water resistance.

[@rowananderson8318]

Teddy, I'll buy every watch in your inventory if you go two consecutive videos without mentioning the Speedmaster

[@WH250398]

Imagine if that actually happened. You would be beyond screwed.

[@grammarboy1318]

I’ll add not saying “I will argue” and “in my opinion.”

[@thepetesmith]

@@grammarboy1318this generation just lards in the meta talk, but you gotta admit he is very well spoken overall.

[@yogzm5645]

It’s mentioned for a reason…

[@richardmorris7063]

Or Vascerrone Constantine!

[@nikolaosthegreat]

32:32 i don't think i have seen a dial more beautiful than this!

[@thscful]

Teddy, where is that jacket from? IT's incredible!

[@NanoDex]

I love Sinn. I got a 103 sa and didn't know what I was buying, not really. Then I got a U1, still not really knowing. At the time I thought I found a cheaper Omega that was German, which I saw as Swiss adjacent. Now, I might see it above!! Couple of other german brands could make that case quite solidly. Yrs later having sold both and owning other stuff, I LONNNNNG for these again. Or the retired T1 EZM 14

[@johnmoorefilm]

👍

[@peterkalos6271]

I would have added the Jack Mason Stat-o-timer Dr pepper to either micro or gmt. I just love that watch

[@draakisback]

Got myself a credor vintage locomotive this year that ive just been loving. I got it fairly cheap and even though it's quartz it just has such a interesting design language and the wearability is unparalleled. They are a brand that I've had my eye on ever since I lived in Japan but have never really pulled the trigger on buying any of their pieces, the eiichi 2 is another one of their watches that I would consider buy, if I had the opportunity. Aside from the really cool niche of the brand, the fact that they actually make the spring drive watches that are smaller than 38 mm is a huge plus for somebody like me who has carpal tunnel and a small wrist size. The other watch from this year that I'm really happy about is my Benjamin james scarifour automatic. I think my tastes have matured this year as I started looking at rectangular, oval and square watches with more of a dressy style. I like that dress/sports style that watches have, and so many micro brands are putting out bangers that I've stopped thinking about most of the larger brands.

[@wisamal-hakim5531]

Best every day category I think Citizen with their tsuyo ranges perhaps should have been mentioned Otherwise great line up That Krayon is something else. Wow

[@LastWatch]

I guess the oil filled Sinn can actually be classed as and LCD display, the Angelus is gorgeous as is the GS Birch

[@brandonsullivan9544]

Longines central power reserve one of the best innovative dress watch designs in years as far as I am concerned. Crazy cool in a retro steam punk way.

[@johnmoorefilm]

👍100% - just got one for my kids 18th - he will “get it” in 10 years😂

[@izzy031096]

“Cool”, and “retro steam punk” should not coexist in the same sentence together

[@steamyTraveler001]

As well as a comma before “and”

[@frankbick6953]

I was 100% with you until “retro steam punk”. What? Not seeing any “steam punk” here-there are no external copper pipes, gears, or valves; no leather sails, oversized rivets, or long curly Q mustaches. With awesome features like the skyscraper hands and downward sloping, trapezoidal date window, I’d say the “retro” here is more Art Deco.

[@brandonsullivan9544]

@@frankbick6953ur mom is art deco

[@Washi382]

Teddy, I like your analysis of watches

[@cathydaly3436]

Thanks for such a complete discussion. Good luck with any disagreements with your opinions. I love Seiko, Credo, and Grand Seiko so I share many of your opinions. Have you seen the Orient Chronograph? Very interesting

[@joshuasimpson261]

Rocking a black dial Sinn 104 watching this. Highly recommended as a daily driver. Built like a truck, SW200 movement so can be serviced and repaired everywhere. Sub $2000 price point, and not everyone has one. It’s worth tracking one down.

[@UnlistedWizard]

May not be a popular pick for a that pique my interest but it's the San Martin SN0144 "Jian Zhan" especially the red dial. Do approach it with an open mind, forget the brand's past and focus on what they have to offer going forward.

[@matthewfriend6672]

To me Teddy The Tudor Monochrome was the best feeling watch on my wrist. The Balance, the weight, was just phenomenal, not to mention the beautiful look. It’s definitely on my list to purchase one day! Cheers 😅

[@ssvishnov]

How do people like to store their watches? Any recommendations?

[@dhmy2kgto]

Great list. i believe Ochs Und Junior does watches similar to what the Krayon Anywhere does

[@kirilldakhnyuk2001]

It was a Unimatic U1 Classic.Despite debatable movement it is an amazing watch.

[@deepdebnath6448]

I recently brought Tissot Gentlemen Powermatic 80 black dial. Its my first automatic watch and it has a good looking dial.

[@helveti_cz]

Some lovely choices in there, well done Teddy!

[@ricardorgomez]

What a fantastic video! I would say I agree with many of the choices here. I think that Seiko GMT is very interesting... The Orient Bambino.. It's on my list. That black dial with silver seconds is lovely. The Hamilton Murph with steel band is growing on me.... But for $1000, not so sure...On the higher end: the Tudor monochrome. You, your team and families have a super 2025!

[@WAMwatches]

Had not seen that last watch before. I’m sure it’s insanely expensive, but so gorgeous. The Murph will be my first Swiss watch and I couldn’t be happier. I do think you are being kind to some brands about their bands. GS, omega, Breitling, Longines, Sinn… are all providing substandard bracelet adjustment for the price they are charging. It’s not 2015 anymore, they all need to do better. Bremont is collapsing.. going down market into the most competitive space with third party movements… bad idea regardless of design. I don’t think you missed anything big, your knowledge is far greater than mine. I would have called out a Christopher Ward watch as well (titanium diver or Bel Canto) the brand has basically doubled in size this year and those along with the titanium Twelve really brought it home. Overall, great list!

[@pompiecosse9520]

Seconde Française 19.24 White Ivory from Beaubleu. I received it two weeks ago: it is so nice and such good value!

[@pizzagogo6151]

Hi Teddy if someone wants a bit of funky power reserve indicator (& dont have a huge budget) I think the Seiko ssa449 is pretty cool, with a retro sort of feel too.

[@ignaciopadilla5150]

Loved the last Krayon watch. For me the watch that grabbed my whole attention and had to get was the Citizen Zenshin AW0130-85L

[@Vaclavious]

Hey Teddy, can you do a review of Perun watch Veles? Its very hot right now in Europe, seems amazing on paper, but only a few reviews around.

[@jvlivscaesar]

Raketa recently rereleased the Copernicus line that you might find interesting if you liked the french watch

[@JohnDorsey-s8p]

I bought the white dial Speedy this year. Love it

[@carlosluisdiaz5744]

Great video, like always, I really will love to see a video from you on the SPB453

[@johnmoorefilm]

On the Speedy: what’s delicious about it is that, sure, it’s a white dial : but you will never see a white dial! the pie-dish sub dials guarantee contrast, splashes of grey unless both you and the light source are exactly perpendicular to the dial…maybe floating on space? Love it❤

[@craigdlazarus]

Teddy - yes the Sinn 104 white dial is a keeper. I bought mine following your original video and i am wearing it as we speak !!!

[@rakuyobonsai]

Love the Tudor BB 58 GMT and the Omega White Moonwatch!

[@prestonlund2965]

Already knew the Panda glass box Carrera was going to be slept on.

[@Jashue]

Wasn't that released LAST year?

[@bjornclaeys3266]

Hi Teddy, Great video. I generally enjoy your videos. Sinn-question: the U50-hydro: can we replace the battery ourselves? do we then have to re-fill the oil? or do you have to send the watch to Sin to replace the battery?

[@joshuasimpson261]

From what I understand, the quartz Hydros need to go back to Sinn every 4-5 years for battery replacement and service.

[@bigfun17]

Another year and more great picks! I'm not sure how I missed the Trafford watches but can see why they're selling, I really like the look of those. Your note at the end about Bremont; I used to have a liking for Bremont being British but now I'm completely off them. Their rebrand is so bland, so uninspiring and asking for relatively huge RRP's which just aren't worth it. The designs are generic and yes the green Supermarine's look cool but at £6500 there are plenty of other places to look and several more where you could get an equally good watch for less than half of that price. The fact that those are limited to 250 and they're still available tells you everything!

[@skaz1504]

Great video overall. But while I understand the importance of the big players like Tudor, Seiko, and Rolex, i think an honorable mention of the Formex Stratos GMT would have been warranted just for its innovative design.

[@jjpthe2]

really solid video Teddy

[@BenMwatches]

White speedy. Managed to get one too ❤

[@Juan-fc6ng]

I have the seiko snxs and honestly it is a fair price, it has a lot of details on the applied indecies as well as on the outer ring (mine is blue with the outer ring white) the bracelet is decent and doesn't scratch as much as my seiko srpe57k1 if you stop comparing it to the previous gen and pay close attention to detail for me it is a good looking watch for the price

[@stevenesch123]

Nice work Teddy.

[@paulanderson950]

Seiko luxe. I have the SPB385, and it’s stunning! One that someone brought to my attention that is fabulous, is the Raymond Weil Freelancer skeletonized dial. It’s a pleasant surprise!

[@adamhlong]

I thought the Hamilton Khaki Field Expedition might have been overlooked last year and would make the list this year. Sad to see it didn’t. Of course the Murph is brilliant and has been for many years, but the Expedition is a fantastic watch. It’s great to see a brand that doesn’t try to make some grand departure with a new release and instead makes something new that is so true to its core DNA.

[@timmcdonald5335]

Sinn U50 Hydro is the best dive watch money can buy. My preference for legibility was for the black bezel iteration.

[@fabiano4246]

Teddy my wife purchased my first watch and I am hooked, I really enjoy your content.

[@RifkyWardhanaTaniwangsa]

Surprised the Grand Seiko APAC Exclusive didn't make this list, i think it's absolutely gorgeous.

[@iroau]

Great video Teddy. Thank you!

[@josiah566]

I understand the constraints to this year's list - not bad picks, but huge omission to leave out the Atelier Wen Perception Millesime Mu as that watch came in titanium and in 3 fully tantalum versions - a notoriously difficult material to machine for a case, much less an integrated bracelet. Speaking of tantalum, the Fleming Series 1 in Tantalum is also a big omission... Also I'd like to submit a De Bethune hourglass that was auctioned off in Hong Kong in the last month - wild that in high horology we can actually get an hourglass this year...