Visiting One Of Germany's Greatest & Most Overlooked Watch Brands

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In this video, we travel to Glashütte, Germany to visit one of Germany's greatest and most overlooked brands, Glashütte Original. If you're not familiar with the incredible watchmaking and artisanal finishing taking place with this brand, this is a video you won't want to miss. What do you guys think of Glashütte Original?
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0:00 - Intro & Organization
2:04 - Raw Materials
4:28 - Toolmaking
5:31 - Jewels & Ball Bearings
7:47 - Engraving
9:43 - Finishing
11:25 - Final Assembly
15:00 - Testing
18:26 - Hands-On With GO's Watches

[@TheBstakz]

I feel like someone needs to pick up Teddy and his crew to do a whole Netflix series on watchmakers and amazing companies and Glashutte!

[@boopboop3285]

Great idea!

[@joeblackwolf17]

Great idea ❤

[@barrettwbenton]

The production quality is already up there, so why not?

[@megasoid]

Good idea, but he would have to cede a level of creative control which I'm sure would alienate his long time followers. However I've always wondered why there was never a series centered around the watch industry in general.

[@robcameron9351]

Yes!!

[@GoBrushYourTeeth]

Criminally underrated brand. Their PanoMatics are just amazing.

[@GoBrushYourTeeth]

@@SteveSmith-kd9if Great! I wish to be able to afford it one day.

[@SteveSmith-kd9if]

@@GoBrushYourTeeth Yeah, I got a navy blue dial Pano Matic Lunar with the navy blue alligator strap, but I got it on the arm, "I had to rob Bucherer"!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@mrd4721]

Hopefully stays that way. A brand for those appreciate quality horology and not one made prominent by massive marketing to over hype them. I have a blue dial SeaQ Panorama Date

[@varunparkash9007]

Got 30% off ? @@SteveSmith-kd9if

[@zer00rdie]

Quite overpriced.

[@TheRahewitt]

Watch making is such an outstanding art isn’t it. Just look at the care and detail and passion. One place you can actually ‘See’ and understand the costs of fine watches

[@flyingjudgeman6840]

Absolutely!

[@mrbrisvegas2]

Don't believe the propaganda. Up to 90% of the price of a fine watch is sales, marketing and taxes.

[@stickshifter8]

As a proud owner of a Sea Q Pano Date this video is such a treat! Thanks Teddy and congrats! Being hosted by the CEO himself speaks volumes about the respect that you conquered in this industry.

[@MrPoum70]

I gave the 39mm because small but the pano date was incroyable

[@Upstart800]

I’ve always thought Glashutte Original watches looked stunning but seeing behind closed doors, the craftsmanship and quality imbued, makes them so much more special. Thanks for the trip.

[@ChrisKellyPrime]

Teddy and his team are the absolute pinnacle of watch videos. The quality, professionalism and attention to detail are as great as the watch brands featured.

[@austinlanier3285]

I agree. The urban gentry is great though

[@bearasma]

when i think about a lot of luxury brands not being transparent about in house it is super inspiring to see Glashutte in this video. Makes me want a PanoMatic Lunar even more!

[@melody3741]

Everytime I see videos of watchmakers assembling parts by hand obviously being sold as how they always manufacture, I always get immediately suspicious. These people actually live up to that standard.

[@carlrehnberg4581]

Simply the best brand in the price segment. It is the only brand at this price point that truly deliver on haut horologie. Just imagine what other brands would charge for the hand-engraved ballance bridge with the dual swan regulator. 10K€ is truly a bargain from this standpoint. The documentary was wonderful.

[@harrycee656]

The rotor assembly can be automated, but it is impressive that labor protection and maybe even company vision can keep those jobs around. There is something special about having something made directly with human hands. I love the look of the first balance bridge. Less is more sometimes.

[@11c00lj]

As an engineer who works in manufacturing, this video was my favorite. I love learning how these watchmakers make these amazing machines and I admire their dedication to manufacturing perfection. Keep up the great work Teddy.

[@dogbearglobal9258]

Finally, Glashutte Original is getting the recognition it deserves. Teddy, you need to do a part 2 to highlight the history and horological innovation of the brand. Bravo!

[@SaschaPallenberg]

Teddy and his team basically produced the "Chef's table" for watches. I'll still come back to this video in 10 years from now. What a treat!

[@johnbonanni1731]

Sometimes as watch collectors we take for granted the intricate the making of a fine watch such as the Glashutte watch. Thank you for the video Teddy.

[@alunjones2550]

I wish other companies would use larger date windows with their watches. If anything, I think they actually improve the aesthetics of a watch.

[@robcameron9351]

The amount of testing for each watch truly is remarkable. Well said, Teddy.

[@joshtaylor4980]

One of the best brands in the world when it comes to quality, craftsmanship, and just pure beauty . Excellent video thank you.

[@dabarou]

This video was awesome. I'm a mechanical engineer and seeing German engineering meet artistry in a village dedicated to watchmaking is the epitome of wonderful mechanical nerdiness. Thanks for taking us there Teddy and crew! Also, never given OG much thought until this... Now I want a Sea Q!

[@stevecastro22]

I have always had a deep appreciation for anything that is finely crafted. Be it a watch, a painting, or a piece of furniture. The men and women who make exquisite pieces are truly artists in their respective fields and their love of precision craftsmanship is unsurpassed. Thank you Teddy for bringing this video (a masterpiece in itself) to the internet for all to see and appreciate, the amount of work that goes into these beautiful timepieces.

[@carloc8763]

Many things to say. First, a big thank you to Teddy and his crew for taking on a truly magic trip. Glashütte is, IMHO, watchmaking at the very best. Interestingly enough, at different price points as well, if you take Nomos and A. Lange into account as well. Awesome!

[@indecentanalyst]

If you want to travel again in Germany, there's a second watchmaking capital in Germany in Pforzheim. More specialized in pilot watches it seems. With brands like Laco, Stowa, the Ickler family's watches (Archimede, Limes, Defakto, Altran & Viala) and Aristo. And Junghans and Hanhart are in the same region. Kienzle (which was well known before being bought by China) used to be in the region as well. But OK, Glasshütte is definitely number 1 in Germany, especially since the fall of the Iron Curtain.

[@ThruMyLens100]

Thank you, Teddy. It’s probably been 15 years since I did my own factory tour at GO. You did such a fantastic job of showcasing their manufacturing capabilities. I hope more brands partner with you in this regard. Thank you for producing some of the absolute finest content for the watch enthusiast community.

[@nathanshelby1446]

G.O is my absolute favorite watch brand the attention to detail and quality is just amazing!

[@richardweir3342]

I think Teddy, that just might be my favorite ever watch content video. Superb craftsmanship, and attention to detail. Typically German i guess. Very enjoyable

[@kokkien77]

Nice work! One of the most underrated brands!

[@subeijekalo5884]

Simply woooow. I always liked their Pano Lunar and 70ties but to see whats happening in the back with all the manufacturing is amazing. More of these videos please. Thank you Teddy and huge thanks to your team also.

[@JosephMcGlynn]

Incredible video! Thank you for taking us on this inside tour of Glasshutte. This video increased my appreciation for Glasshutte and for all that goes into the complex process of watchmaking

[@BrettinLux]

I’ve never felt that Glashutte is an overlooked brand.You often see them,but owners aren’t like Rolex owners that will try and show off with what’s in their wrist.

[@josiah566]

Rolex has always SPECIFICALLY represented the pinnacle of sports watch potential. A sports watch brand today will always benefit from learning from Rolex because they're the only brand that started from sports and tool watches and made them luxury. But that's it for them. Leave high horolgy to other Swiss trinity members, Glashutte (Lange, GO), or GS in Japan, then the British indies (roger smith, daniels, etc) and finally swiss indies (journe, rexhep, etc) edit: the rolex 1908 debut from W&W this year is the exception - it is up to the brand whether they can properly expand that design style to incorporate good grand complication. Otherwise, it's just a bad stab.

[@tyarnold4088]

Overlooked by people who don't know watches. I wear a Rolex, but have a ton of respect for Glashutte

[@Tikkaspecial]

Also. It's OK to appreciate watches without the need for criticising Rolex or their owners.

[@garyboyle695]

​@@TikkaspecialMaybe you should tell that to the Rolex fan boys and girls who seem to think that everything is inferior to their overpriced watch.

[@juniorjr5328]

Own multiple sports Rolex and also a panomatic lunar from GO. Why cant rolex owner have GO

[@larryp.450]

Brilliant and insightful interview with Mr. Keith, and great tour Teddy. I worked for a German technology organization for a decade and I felt like I was back in Germany.

[@dougt5357]

I just love how, at the 12:24 mark when Teddy mentions the importance of the hand position, the tech doing the work gets a big smile on her face!

[@longvalguillaume]

Great to finally see more exposure to this great watch manufacture. Just purchased a Blue Panoreserve and quickly becoming my favorite watch in my collection. Beautiful video Teddy!

[@Dr_Athbi]

Teddy did you notice that the SeaQ bracelet now is all brushed. This is something you rightly criticized and the company fixed it. Much better looking now 👍🏽. Thank you for a wonderful video.

[@terrymoser2028]

A true artform! Makes me proud of that part of my family history. The pursuit of prefection! ❤❤❤

[@rolandvaneijk]

I immediately have more appreciation for the brand after this video. Goes for all of these videos by Teddy. Great and valuable work, my sincere compliments.

[@misteratoz]

Vostok, Christopher ward, Nomos, glasshute original, Breguet, and armin Strom are different tiers of watch making that are underrated for finishing in their price point.

[@susanwang266]

Great video. It's absolutely fascinating to see a watch mfg, the attention to detail and care when it's assembled. It's an art.

[@jc944t]

Great video and thanks for showing one of the top brands of German watch making. I feel like German watch making doesn't get the recognition it deserves but for enthusiasts like us, maybe that's a good thing.

[@canadianwatchmonkey3992]

I had no idea that Glashutte Original is tested to such a level and so much care put into their pieces. They are owned by the Swatch group but this is a completely different level. 😊

[@TeddyBaldassarre]

GO is in a unique position given that they are in Germany and specifically Glashütte. In order to put Glashütte on the watch a brand must meet the Glashütte standard that calls for 50% of the watch to be manufactured in the small town (GO hits nearly double that). I couldn't help but feel a sense of pride and independence around GO as a result of this during my visit.

[@canadianwatchmonkey3992]

@@TeddyBaldassarre GO is definitely on my bucket list of watches. I also really like what NOMOS has been doing another brand I consider above more of the mainstream brands like Longines, Oris and even Omega in some regards. When you produce videos like this one begins to understand why some brands command more $$$. Love your channel Teddy, thank you!

[@nathanielhartsuff2336]

Take a drink everytime they mention everything is made in house. Beautiful work. Gonna try and make a watcch by hand.

[@wisamal-hakim5531]

Outstanding review/interview/overview. Great video. Thank you for covering this great brand. The senator and panomatic lunar are just amazing to behold. Lovely watches. So well executed, finished, tested, regulated etc. Well done to you and your team

[@remowall1]

The close ups and the lighting of this video are simply spectacular. We have seen quite some documentaries of visits to watch factories but this is hard to beat.

[@iiredeyeiiredeye1569]

I'm a toolmaker/engineer of several decades of experience. So when I see the guys drilling 0.2 holes on the lathe I'm respectful...But also I know that I could also easily do this job. However watching the guys engraving is something like a dark art to me. How they produce perfectly machined/engraved tiny components by hand...with a chisel, under a microscope, is completely beyond my understanding. Full respect to these super talented people

[@DrBob0910]

Wow! Thank you Teddy and team for sharing this incredibly informative experience. Just purchased my fifth and sixth watch from your team and never disappointed with the outstanding customer service. Take care! Bob

[@Drehzahlorgel]

I absolutely love this kind of "fine art mechanics". Incredible accuracy is needed, not only from the machines, but from the staff there as well. Great insight into the manufacturing process!

[@rmle23]

One product made like this form never be cheap. The quality they put in all steps of manufacture and assembly are just simply amazing! Thanks for sharing this wonderful experience.

[@TheLute70]

This was a fascinating video. The craftsmanship is amazing.

[@matthawksworth]

This is a really incredible interview. Thank you Teddy and Roland for taking the time to do this. Also, I appreciate how Roland takes his time choosing his words and makes what he's saying deliberate, it makes what he's talking about very valuable. 'Its a beautiful product and we need to show the world,' is a great line because it demonstrates one's acceptance of their responsibiltiy to do their very best in their work, which yields honor and makes a strong defense for the value of life. I love how watches are so small but mean so much.

[@philippechaperon6531]

Thank you so much Teddy for this wonderful trip in the Glashütte factory. And I now understand why the brand is so well regarded by watch connaisseurs and lovers.

[@BarnOwl61]

You can call this watchmaking, I call this watch art! Stunning watches. ❤

[@kallebures1891]

Hey Teddy as a 24 years watch enthusiast from West Germany I didn't have tge opportunity yet to visit the awesome manufacturers of Glashütte in the east. I therefore highly enjoyed your video which even elevated my view of Glashütte Original. You did such a professional video there and I absolutely love that you are one of the big big names of the watch KZbin rs that does not only talk about rolex patek, Richard mille and ap... thank you so much for your awesome service, you're a great producer and and awesome guy. I hope you had a great time in Germany.

[@JamesBardolphCS]

I'm going to binge watch these visits back to back

[@MrPauoa]

That was an amazing tour of excellence in progress. Thank you.

[@chadsmith3171]

Teddy, you are doing such an amazing job with these visits. You couldn't do any better. You should be really proud of yourself.

[@weast5912]

True craftsman, stunning results, and a very well done and comprehensive video presentation…amazing camera work.

[@walroz87]

This is worth everything to me - absolutely amazing peek into a world I dream about so vividly - Teddy I am living the dream through you - never stop this series I want to see the range from Glashütte to Casio I want to see Teddy inside every brand - Glashütte is so top tier this is a great peek into that world and the showcase you give these types of brands is so needed for a younger audience to understand and appreciate the craftsmanship and heritage these brands carry - Germany is a major player and has since forever been a guardian for the word "quality and precision" - truly displays a glimpse of what Germany quality means and why it is close to unbeatable - This was a breathtaking tour of some of the key elements that gives Glashütte the edge that They have! Kindest regards from Denmark, Teddy - keep this up and we will hit a netflix deal wit ha catalogue looking like this!!! Lets go buddy I am standing up every time I watch these too hype too good yes yes yes and more yes Teddy - amazing work!!!!!

[@jb678901]

I have owned a G.O. Senator Moon Phase Power Reserve (39-44-03-11-04) for over 15 years and it still pleases me with its extremely fine craftsmanship and timeless design. What a terrific dress watch!

[@casudhoff]

Amazing & thank you for making and sharing content like this. Seeing what goes into each piece only makes me want that Pano Luner that much more!

[@cruisemissle87]

Phänomenal... Ich hätte nicht gedacht, dass sich GO so sehr abhebt mit seinen Standards und dem Grad der Eigenfertigung. Hoffe diese Marke und Art der Fertigung bleibt uns lange erhalten. Eine der Uhren ist nun mein Ziel für die Uhrensammlung, auch wenn es noch dauert.

[@peacockbass1966]

Hey Teddy, thank you for sharing your trip with us. Very educational indeed.

[@Enygma89]

The piece from the senator collection, the chronometer.. my goodness I love the setting mechanism and its' dedication to accuracy 🤍 A beautiful item to behold 🤘🏼

[@user-wl6eu2hm4s]

Thank you for making us see this beauty.❤

[@LifeIsGoodwithPulsechain]

Teddy, once again you have knocked it out of the park with another incredible informational video. Having owned and sold a Panomatic Lunar years ago, and regretting it ever since, you have put Glashutte back on my map for one of the next acquisitions...and I am sure on the map for many other folks too. Appreciate you and all you do for the watch community sir.

[@sofiecockin6041]

Amazing craftsmanship! It's always fascinating to see the artistry into creating such intricate timepieces

[@davidclinton5545]

You and your team are crushing it, Teddy. This was gorgeous! You are truly a leader in the watch content world.

[@rayharrison6400]

Absolutely fabulous video. I was also super impressed with the pure quality and craftsmanship of those beautiful watches.

[@chriscline6483]

This brand has been on my radar, but after watching this video I think this brand has moved into a must-have for me.

[@LectioDivinaOCarm]

Loved this video and the series! Keep up the amazing work Teddy!

[@weltenbummler_weidling]

Thank you for coming to Saxony. In Glashütte are some great watch brands. And Glashütte Original is truly one of the very best. I would say, around the world.

[@chriscon8463]

Outstanding production, Teddy! Thanks to Mr. von Keith for having you guys! GO is an amazing watch company & I love that green chrono panorama date!

[@niklasbecher8968]

It's fascinating what quality you guys put out! This video is on part or above any professional studio production!🙌🏻

[@jonnowocky8179]

Thanks for this content Teddy, I’ve learned a tonne in recent times thanks to your content and recently flew to Germany to collect a PanomaticLunar. Fascinated to see this behind the scenes trip

[@alexwillard293]

This was my favorite of the series by far. Great video and insight

[@Aaron-dt9pu]

It's very cool that they produce basically everything. No wonder they command such a high price. Very cool stuff

[@GOHUBZH]

Merci! Such a beautiful content, thank you, thank you so much for what you're doing, please never stop exploring and sharing. Big fan, Hugo

[@TeddyBaldassarre]

Thank you for the support, Hugo!

[@marquisdaily7715]

Exceptional video, thank you Teddy and crew. To the team and management of Glashütte Original, Danke for sharing your know how and passion. Eventually I will be a proud customer of your brand!

[@Mike-In-O-Town]

What a wonderful video. Loved it. This level of detail in your videos feeds the watch geek in me well. Beautiful product.

[@lorenzolorenzini8988]

simply fantastic!!!! congratulations to all those boys and girls who assemble those works of art....I hope one day I can own one....love....

[@artggonzales]

Another great video. A brand I never considered adding to my collection, but watching this video has shed renewed curiosity. This is real watch manufacturing and production from the ground up! Thanks Teddy!

[@richardirene2632]

Beautifully done video and content. Enjoyed every minute of it. Great work Teddy, documenting a very high quality brand!!

[@WhatDoYouReallyMean]

Teddy, you are one lucky guy. What great experiences you are sharing. I really enjoy, many thanks...

[@Lebon996]

Terrific and enjoyable video. So many watches that I like are coming out of Germany , and the Glashutte is so beautifully built. I think that you are very lucky to own one of these pieces.

[@cafemolido5459]

Mr. Roland Keith, you did a great job explaining the process of making these wonderful watches

[@Nathan-ng1jt]

Thank you for such wonderful and professional content. A fascinating insight into real craftsmanship. Long may these companies continue.

[@jeejkee6471]

I could watch this kind of content every day. Thanks!

[@84drahcir]

Teddy! That opening gave me goosebumps!

[@Borna_M]

This is amazing, thanks for showing us this exceptional content!

[@Rhal63]

I appreciate the work you put into these videos. Beautiful watches. Thank you so much

[@looper3117]

Huge thanks for this 🎉. As the owner of a SeaQ Panorama Date (… and I love it), it was really fantastic to get a glimpse of the watch being made and tested.

[@campbellmorrison8540]

Ive never heard of these watches, just gorgeous!

[@dracovenit9549]

Amazing! It is great to see a company doing so much in house.

[@pdb6261]

Teddy always/ is one of the only channels that gives love to GO. This look behind the scenes was incredible.

[@lorenzomasia9024]

" hier lebt die Zeit" meaning "here lives the time"....this is written when you arrive in Glashütte by car. I live in Germany and I have been in Glashütte at the museum.....what a masterpiece. All the best German brands are in 500m radius. Thx Teddy great video as always!

[@bobcat409]

Absolutely stunning craftsmanship

[@balazsrepasi8035]

Amazing to see, how it produced. Its a beautiful factory 😮

[@russ9921]

Lovely video, and so useful for those contemplating their next watch purchase.

[@alexscharoff5028]

Teddy, thank you so much for another great manufactory-tour!

[@FishplateFilms]

Fantastic video Teddy! This makes me even more proud of my Glashutte OG Senator. A beautifully simple and elegant watch that is a pleasure to own. Gregg.

[@lane2063]

Fantastic video giving us a behind closed doors peak at the incredible attention to detail that defines GO. I can’t wait to add one to my collection.

[@afraza5946]

When the diver was done with the final assembly, i thought the video is now only a min or two left. So glad that I had only got to about half❤

[@danieldoncaster3011]

Another fascinating and informative video. Thank you Teddy. Great job.

[@markusbe.musicfromtheunder2497]

Wow. Thank you for this amazing video!! Entertaining and very educational. Was glued to the screen.