Watch Collecting RUINED My Life - Why The Tag Heuer Carrera Glassbox Was The Last Straw

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[@donriffle1634]

I’m a grey haired old man and I spotted a retro Casio calculator watch from 30 yards at the gas station today. It’s like time stood still and I was in another dimension.

[@CURVEDGLASS123]

Brilliant. I collect gas stations. I can spot one a mile away. It's a problem I have.

[@wildbikerbill6530]

Interesting how we can see something that isn't there. You wrote "...from 30 yards at the gas station...". I initially read "...from 30 years ago at the gas station...".

[@joeclay4700]

LOL

[@MrDziuka]

​@@CURVEDGLASS123😂

[@Freeedy]

Me too. Couldn’t resist buying the gallon of oil just to get the free Casio that came with it. Wouldn’t be so bad except I don’t even own a car…

[@tonydepalmas]

I work as a therapist, just letting you know, first session is free for watch enthusiast only!

[@ErickdeHollander]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@chamixone]

But you must bring you collection to talk about it!

[@shuycg]

That's how you people get us...

[@a_reptiledysfunction5267]

You sir are a saint

[@jaemisboker3288]

The rapist ?

[@nash9625]

Perfect timing, I keep telling myself I'm going to consolidate - who needs this many watches - just stick to a few favorites - buy a 4 watch box and call it a day. Told my wife this morning I'm done, but I've talked myself out of it by lunch time...

[@andromedagodit2492]

I told myself I'm not a collector... N now I have 10... N still looking for the next numeral watch, square watches with concentric dials, pilot watches, etc... 😅

[@lucianbajan]

My girl is still divided between my watch problem and Rubik cube’s collection. Well at least I don’t smell like women perfume when I’m back from work

[@TheContrariann]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@Cofo97]

😂😂😂😂, love uour humour I'm the same

[@inquisita6427]

Same here..😂😂😂

[@XxJuiceManxX198]

This was a hilarious but very true. I actually gave up an actual addiction and it has allowed me to own the watches that I had been wanting for a very long time and now have an amazing collection. Coming up on 3 and a half years of sobriety in April 🙏🏻 I appreciate this video TGV!!!

[@theurbangentry]

Stay strong my friend! 🙏🙏 that is awesome and thank you. Best regards, TGV

[@stevenpetersmusic]

The Humor, The Truth, The Love. 🤣

[@ManoloVintage]

😔 I notice watches on people walking by like a dog spots a squirrel. I too have a problem. 😔

[@thebestoffools]

As long as you don't bite or hump any strangers, you should be all good.

[@andhenny]

Insert “Girl, same.” Meme here.

[@Cofo97]

😂😂😂😂 , very good , I hear you , I feel your pain .... I'm the exact same ..class

[@seahil]

Is that wrong? It is weird? I say NO

[@gringh]

I’m glad you committed all the way through and this wasn’t just an intro. Bravo 👏

[@TheOwlGuy777]

Today, I laid my Hamilton railroad grade pocket watch into the coffin of my best friend. His last name was Hamilton and he had admired the old watch. I regret not just giving it to him years ago for him to enjoy. I truly think I would have gotten more joy from him getting the joy from it.

[@Ed30675]

What a lovely thing to have done for your best friend....

[@FT4Freedom]

You will always remember ❤️

[@raoulmoat6762]

yeah now he's dead the watch is useless to him now

[@daniellehotsky1776]

@@raoulmoat6762 oh, you're such a nice person indeed

[@niksoncutts]

I first realized I had a problem when my girlfriend told me, "But why do you have so many watches, they all look the same?"

[@MrPagnu]

Ha ha same here mate

[@Heisenberg_747]

The only answer to this is “Why does she have so many make up stuff all of them have same stuff in them or jewellery most of them look same too.” I said this and she broke up with me :(

[@JustWatches1]

Too real 😂

[@GuyVanderAa]

That’s a classic. Watch blindness. It’s curable though. 😎

[@tactofu]

The girlfriend is the problem.

[@HRM.H]

They journey doesnt end till the clock stops ticking!

[@GuyVanderAa]

Well put!

[@jtpalooki7757]

But I have a G-Shock!

[@Loneace85]

Solar powered 😏😏

[@richardbell466]

🤣🤣@@jtpalooki7757

[@hibernopithecus7500]

Grand Seiko: “Hold my spring drive”

[@johnpoulter]

I was a closet addict for years. I thought it would be a blast to dabble with what I now know is a gateway timepiece, a SKX007, and just walk away. Sadly, years later, I too wander the streets, cast out, returning each day to my favoured Watches of Switzerland store where my nose has created a small dent in the window.. Fun vid TGV and lush Carrera! 👍😊

[@ste4282]

I think this is the greatest KZbin video of all time. Change my mind.

[@TheContrariann]

😂😂💯💯💯

[@yestoadventure007]

Bravo TGV! Admitting you have a problem is the first step! I'm Alex and I have a watch addiction.

[@james_chatman]

I don't have an addiction, I'm a functional watch enthusiast. 😆

[@alexanderevanska4274]

I'm also Alex and I have a watch collection.

[@RM-pg4js]

Watches Rock ! Lost my first marriage over them 🎉🎉

[@drnick40]

😂😂😂 Tristano, you have outdone yourself! This has to be your funniest video to date. Thank you!

[@zahirhussain8280]

totally agree with you

[@bob_sanget]

Ditto!

[@davidcrandall4958]

yes, this is absolutely Hilarious,!

[@JustMeTalking]

I knew I had a problem when I found myself closing the bedroom door behind me, and staring into my watch box after aligning them all. Staring, and staring... so beautiful....

[@erajasadi7667]

lmao! I thought I was the only weirdo who does this :)

[@JustMeTalking]

@erajasadi7667 ... in the morning, I then check who's been mechanically misbehaving overnight and which one I'll take out for the day... :)

[@afg99061]

This made me cry. I feel less alone now. Thank you TGV for being so strong and admitting what most could not

[@EpicSnuggleBunny]

When satire is not satire 😂

[@cerij4242]

Never a truer word said in jest, jumps to mind.

[@leejeremy7411]

The perfect video to watch on slow Saturday afternoon with my coffee and a new watch on my wrist.

[@austinrhubarb]

Outstanding work! Scripting, acting, humour, cinematography.... nailed it 👍

[@time_keep]

This is pure gold! I went to a restaurant in Nice, France and everyone there was dancing and having fun while all I did was look at all the watches they were wearing. I even dream about watches. I have too many. Every room in my house has something related to watches in it. I even quit my job so I can have more time for watches. It sure is a problem and I will definitely be contacting Hugo. Thank you TGV for bringing awareness to this matter and providing the necessary steps for those of us that need the help.

[@Realmikesambo]

The calculator watch got me hooked when I learned you could enter 58008 and show your buddy upside down! 🤣

[@XOriente]

This is quite possibly the best, funniest video you’ve ever made. Well done, sir!

[@baconandbezels6992]

One of my favorite videos you’ve ever made! It made me go to my watch box and throw on my 1980’s Tag Heuer 1000 full lume. The addiction continues….

[@lonewolfemcquade8133]

Awesome piece I also have a Transitional period Tag Heuer Night diver 989 113 thin case "Monnin" with a few other Heuer diver and love it

[@ryanthorne5432]

I’m a lume addict, and Marc is my number one dealer.

[@Peanutdenver]

Kinky...but I won't shame you friend.

[@ryanthorne5432]

@@Peanutdenver I appreciate that

[@alfonso4955]

Brilliant video and scarily relatable. When I came home with a Tudor Heritage Black Bay smiling at my wrist my wife said I’ve not seen you smile in 10 years. That was my 10 year wedding anniversary present to myself!!! 😂

[@oriolcanovas4096]

I've just shared this FANTASTIC video with all my watch enthusiast working colleagues. Thanks TUG!!! We all love your content!!!!

[@bigdreams5554]

TGV, you are so brave to come forward with your story! You inspire me to confront my inner demons and seek help for my addiction too. Thank you kind sir!!

[@davidcrandall4958]

You obviously have no sense of humor

[@TheFlyrodder68]

I've been a watch addict for nearly 10 years myself. Interestingly enough, this year, I've been able to stop. I have yet to buy a watch this year and have no intention of doing so. I have the money to spend, too. It's funny how that is, at least for me. Keep posting, my friend. You're a great asset to the watch community.

[@seabiscuit726142]

It's only March 21st, let's talk in December, just before Christmas.

[@zosothezephead837]

Sadly I thought that too, but it'll grab you again from out of nowhere, you wait and see.

[@Oli-Train]

He called it a splendid madness, his addiction to horology. Truly, a masterstroke of passion.

[@rvm1789]

Absolutely side-splittingly brilliant satire, Tristano! I laughed more times than I can count watching this. You've earned yourself a spot on the Mt. Rushmore of watch comedy. Bravo!

[@davidcrandall4958]

Ditto

[@richard3542]

This is absolutely ingenious TGV!!! 👏🙏🤣 Your knowledge, appreciation, passion and production is unmatched on KZbin!!! 🙏

[@SupperUpper]

Hahaha! I do not know what I love more: The production value or just plain ole Hugo. Epic. Thanks, TGV.

[@tacticaltruth8118]

Love Hugo!

[@Nico-be7ic]

My wife always made fun of me, and I have "only" 4 low budget watches under 100 Euro each. Now she is so in love with her small sporty Casio with step tracker! 🙂

[@tacticaltruth8118]

I made the mistake of watching this video with my wife who let out a long sigh and said “that is totally you.”

[@nebod1556]

@@tacticaltruth8118 Get divorced and the world is yours ...Why suffer all your life? Better single and happy, and no one put pressure on you or you need to hide your passion from non-enthusiastic people in life...Life is too short to compromise mate...

[@LuckyBuns]

This has got to be one of your best videos. Great job and great fun!

[@mikekamler]

I haven’t seen a watch related video this entertaining since .. I can’t remember 😂 brilliant stuff !

[@yonder_owls]

You've crossed into a new dimension where the intros ARE the videos.

[@marcclarence2260]

acknowledging that you have a problem is the first step towards recovery. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Well done and great video.

[@markbowman7240]

absolutely great video which definitely speaks for me and everyone who has this addiction..thank you for all the amazing content 🙌

[@shonen84]

This video is like when a hard hitting documentary starts like a comedy. In the end, I too accepted the Inconvenient Truth

[@YMC888]

Thanks for sharing. Was quite surprised to see you post this video!

[@ExpeditedProductions]

Can't wait to watch this! Thanks, TGV. Hope you have a fantastic weekend and St Patrick's Day! Onward and upward, my friend!

[@horology_of_digital]

This has to be one of, if not the best, video you've put out 😂 I love it thank you for making this!

[@Stunlite]

This is the most comprehensive and compelling review for that Tag Heuer chrono out there!

[@judiness101]

The t-rex with glasses 😂. Great video and good cautionary tale. My husband and I bought our first nice watch each and we definitely have a rule that we’re not allowed to buy another one for a long time until we really figure out our preferences.

[@Taurian_]

This is total clickbait, and I am HERE FOR IT! TGV never misses, but this is top form. Bravo!

[@salmorreale7900]

Really entertaining, congratulations! Keep up the great work! Thank you for posting.

[@mickawizza3019]

This is by far the best vid I saw on youtube for the last five years ! Thanks Tristano for bringing so much quality content in the watch world. You deserve to be even more recognized, you're a legend ! Sorry Hugo, can't say the same from you😂

[@ventascleanman4785]

😂 this video is gonna turn in to a classic for watch lovers ! aaamaziing TGV you made me start my saturday very well!

[@SpaceG95]

Hands down The greatest piece of Horological Cinematography in 2024🎉❤

[@DustandPiers]

One of the best episodes in the history of the channel. At once a total hoot and a very clever review of the Glassbox, a masterpiece in the world of contemporary chronographs.

[@matthiasvangysel938]

i love this not so serious videos, thank you!

[@DaveMGmovies]

Great storytelling. Nice ideal and wonderfully produced. Fantastic watch BTW.

[@davidperkins605]

TGV, thank you for sharing your condition with us, and i understand completely, i am a functioning watch addict, with a very high dependency on horology, so I'm now I'm going to look at my collection and get ready for the day ahead, take care my friend.

[@zevik84]

TGV, the work and the filming level is extraordinary. And it touches all of us, we are all watch addicts just like you :)

[@DavidClarke-kj5ky]

this is extraordinarily good work TGV. we can all relate to these emotions 🤓

[@ElderPinto254]

its my father his fault he put me on this stuff and now i am hooked yes i am a addict for live always telling myself this is the last time just one more hit its hard

[@AngeloAnderson]

Brother! This is the funniest and most wonderfully written video about us watch addicts ever! (I mean "Enthusiasts") Long time fan of the channel since 2016. I've watched you mature as an enthusiast and content creator for many years and that makes me proud you're a part of our small world. Thank you for the laughs and education. I knew I had a problem when I kept spending way too much time indulging in watch contents and sometime trying to convince others that GS offers more value than any other competitor. (I now own 3) Keep up the amazing work. Stay safe. Onwards and Upwards! 🕺🏾 Angelo

[@tuzu1758]

The misaligned chapter ring insures that it is a genuine Seiko.

[@GuyVanderAa]

Telling time with class is important. So I collect watches, nah ! 😂😂😎

[@daleknut1]

Brilliant my friend you hit the nail on it head.

[@HVG67]

OMG, one of your best/funny videos so far. Gotta share this.. 😂❤

[@giuseppearuta4514]

Sei il boss di noi orologi dipendenti 😂. Il tuo stile incanta! Grazie

[@heikowallauer]

Good evening TGV, what a cineastic masterpiece! 👍👍👍And sure, Hugo can fix it😄😄😉Have a great evening! Best regards!

[@theurbangentry]

haha, thank you Heiko! Have a great evening too! Chin chin my friend 😎🥂 T.

[@mrsleepystevey]

This is my favorite video you have ever done 🤣

[@briangray966]

My names Brian and I'm an avid watch collector. Round of applause and lots of back slapping please ,now I'm a member of WCA and look forward to carrying on

[@Trapvision3D]

Amazing work bro. You've created another masterpiece!

[@andym847]

I love your sense of humour, priceless. I share your illness, and I'm proud to be able to function in a digital world with an analogue addiction. Thank you for your work.

[@gqwarren]

The more you know... PSA brought to you by TGV 😜

[@ryanm9554]

Congrats on the Carrera!! I absolutely love my black dial(as you saw in my collection video!), it's finished soooo well, great size, stunning dial and crystal, and awesome upgraded movement (bi-directional winding). I've said the same thing, it's finally the big step in the right direction for Tag, and I'm REALLY hoping that Tag keeps releasing more classic models in more moderate case sizes (39-41mm) with reasonable case thicknesses. I owned the Jack Heuer Autavia panda dial (85th anniversary edition) some time ago, and I loved it but wore WAYY too thick and large (42mmx15+mm) so moved it along. Love the video, hilariously togue in cheek with a hint of truth. I have the same thoughts every time I hunt down a new acquisition, we really are addicts haha. Congrats again on the Carrera, wear in good health!

[@nwest6451]

Great video as always. I have managed to control my addiction by selling on watches including my favourites. It is a highly recommended approach as you get the buzz from the research, the retail therapy from the buying, financial salvation from the selling (not flipping) and domestic harmony from the wife who thinks you can only wear a certain number of watches.

[@sethgordon4282]

You can’t put a price on time

[@christophertaylor9230]

This needs to be expanded into a Netflix documentary. I foresee an Oscar.

[@UnseenHero]

Great look at the new Carrera without going all in on the watch review. Happy to see you having fun with the content

[@rzurzolo]

Far and away one of the best videos you have ever done!

[@weerobot]

The Man Needs Therapy...lol

[@KeepingWatchUK]

Brilliant TGV. Tongue in cheek but actually so true! 😆🤦🏻‍♂️😭

[@garebear150]

Got a good chuckle out of this. Nice work!

[@weareallone9928]

TGV you rock we carry on with our watch addictions, it could be worse i have a watch and coffee addiction

[@raven_of_zoso455]

I'm way too stoned to understand what this is. Are you ok, TGV?

[@briankelley987]

Too stoned even for the dinosaur doctor?

[@johnsmith-ht3sy]

Watch yourself.

[@douglasbrink6342]

OMG!! 😂😂 Thank you! Humor is the best way to reveal uncomfortable truths. You have outdone yourself TGV ! You are not alone!

[@robwilkins475]

Great documentary on watch addiction, must have been hard to talk about it , thanks for sharing. I realised I had a problem when I was regularly ordering watch display boxes 😂

[@dorningarts]

Just LOVED the black and white shot of you peering out the blinds, just so over the top!

[@tomroeder7348]

Very nice change of pace, I like it.

[@JuanOrtiz-tt8lv]

Absolutely awesome video! Tasteful lighthearted way to warn us all!! Well done!

[@Pavcuts]

Been a subscriber for while now - unquestionably the best video TGV has done - love the acting and production values- oh and on the addiction front there is no know cure - if in doubt Casio

[@jamesxxx7488]

Best video yet! There so much truth in the comedy. Thank you for making my day.😂

[@Xandil]

This is great! As I was watching the video, my wife kept saying, "Yes, that is you." At least I'm not alone.

[@wescobts]

This is a really great video. Thank You TGV

[@psicologorauldominguez]

You are a genius!!! Happy to follow your content!!!! Thanks!!!!

[@drzchariwala4199]

Inspired! Hilariously on point!! Love it TGV!!!

[@seanwarren5613]

This was such a novel and entertaining way to announce a new addition to the collection TGV, as well as being bang-on! Brilliant, and I love the watch. Congrats 👏

[@TheFROG338]

Excellent introduction that I'm sure so many of us relate too😊 excellent episode 🙏

[@scottcameron9267]

Fantastic video, hilarious & really well put together,.👏👏👏

[@RafaelSantos-vg3jd]

TGV you're a legend. This was so great on every level.

[@Grannn]

Ok... The add at the end was the cherry on top 😂😂😂 Great video Tristano!

[@erajasadi7667]

Brilliant from start to finish - bravo!!

[@tomasztyszkiewicz6451]

One of your's best vids yet! Such a joy and fun to watch... hahaha watch :)

[@digginstony1]

That has to be the funniest Watch video I've ever seen 😂😂 Had to share on my Facebook page. Brilliant ! The sad part, it has a lot of truth to it 😂

[@max62420]

What a mad lad. That was pure undistilled kino. Thank you, TGV.

[@bartglover22]

Many a True Word Spoken in Jest! You nailed it this time T, now I have to watch it again. Sick! I need help.