What if I could only keep one watch?

Today, we'll look at my watch collection, and decide what would remain if I turned into a one-watch guy.

[@Stype84]

I'd only keep my Seiko 5. My wife gave it to me before she passed away.

[@floridaman727]

I love my pelagos and my aquaterra but I’d keep my fathers Casio.

[@d4mdcykey]

I've not worn a watch for 20+ years and have no interest in them at all, and yet here I am watching Nick review watches because it's Nick and his methodology is always interesting. Kudos, dude.

[@misterbaker9728]

D4md Cykey me too!! I’ll even watch muppet hands talk about a pen... crazy 😝

[@Hamilkar32]

Nick: "Quartz watches are better than mechanical!!!" Random jackass: "Nick, what watches would you pick as The One?" Nick: "Mechanical" 😂😂😂

[@jacknemo8021]

*Quartz.

[@Hamilkar32]

@@jacknemo8021 *thnx

[@freedomvan2970]

This is why Nick isn't the best channel for watch content. We just love watching his stuff so we put up with it.

[@SuperPeleke]

Hahah most of us watch guys would say this. A G-shock is probably the best available watch. But it’s not the one I would keep forever.

[@Hamilkar32]

@@SuperPeleke Yeh, my take for The One will be Hamilton Khacki, but Im not gonna buy them, corse why do I need any other watches then? Life is complicated. "Dont go into watches!" :)

[@ClarenceKansas]

Watch, ring, wife "things I had on me that day" just quoting the Nick.

[@coryames1170]

Heyyo lol

[@b.c.delevin4916]

You can never go wrong with an Omega. I worked at a watch/clock repair shop in the 80's, and the master watchmaker always recommended the mechanical movement of Omega (over any other watch).

[@miketindol1679]

I would keep my pre ceramic 1999 Omega Seamaster. When my wife gave me this watch (because it was like James Bond’s) I really didn’t know much about luxury watches. I wore it everyday whether working on aircraft or working out. 12 years later the band was scratched up and it started to loose time. After some research I sent it in for servicing. It came back looking brand new and calibrated to amazing accuracy. One day my son will inherit the watch and it could be his one watch also.

[@kylecollins851]

I saw this conclusion coming before the video even started!

[@BManningtree]

If you have to carefully position your watch to adjust it's timekeeping you are working for your watch and doing its job.

[@TheChadWork2001]

Nick, I figured you'd choose the Citizen solar

[@matthewrix2164]

I am amazed - I had it in completely the reverse order! I only have one watch - the Lorus Titanium RXD425L8 which gains six seconds per month and has a 100m depth rating. It cost £45 from Amazon. After the canvas strap got tatty I replaced it with an excellent black mesh strap which cost me £6.99, also from Amazon. The strap can be adjusted in about fifteen seconds with not too much effort. If I won the lottery I don't think I would change anything - it is the best watch I ever owned and probably the cheapest! By the way, I also only carry an Opinel knife. All pure simplicity, economy and functionality.

[@folksurvival]

I have one too. I put it on a brown leather strap. It's a good watch.

[@GenWivern2]

Thank you Nick. For the little that it's worth I came to the same conclusion for the simple reason that if you have screwdrivers, solvent and oil you've got a working watch for life. Had the other Omega been mechanical that would have got the nod. The only point of divergence is that the Breitling would've been tossed off the cliff with no hesitation whatsoever at the outset. Omega seems to me one of the best options available for long term service because of the well-established reputation for durability and ease of maintenance.

[@ChristianB90]

This is basically the most awesome each watch collection. Thank you, Nick!

[@tonyochoa7097]

The one out of my collection,is the bulova a15,the one knife out of my knife collection,is the hogue doug ritter-neither are the most expensive peices I have,yet both check all the boxes the best for me

[@jonathanrogers9961]

Only 1 watch, Casio Men's G-Shock GW6900-1 Tough Solar Sport Watch, hand down. It was my every day, day in and day out watch until i got my fitbit. If it had steps and a HR monitor i would still be wearing it. If i could only choose 1, it would be the g-shock, no question.

[@zulu5oscar765]

Love my Citizen BM8180, but totally agree with your gripe. The luminous hands and markers aren't bright enough.

[@SuperPeleke]

Good for you for admiring the James Bond factor. I have a seamster professional also, and I would be lying if I said James Bond didn’t enter my head on occasion while wearing it. Also, great choice in one watch. That omega seamaster really could be the answer forever. And you also got a perfect dress watch to pair with it. All basics covered.

[@folksurvival]

The power of marketing campaigns.

[@steveman751]

My one watch is my Orient Ray 2. Just got it a week ago, I already think it is the perfect watch for me.

[@EagleJim62]

I love that Seamaster if only they got rid of the helium escape valve. Still a beauty though.

[@TravelingDan20]

DO NOT GET INTO WATCHES

[@NovemberFoxtrotRC]

It's easy to get into watches without breaking the bank. I've had a nice little collection of sub thousand dollar watches for years. Just keep selling and buying what I'm interested in and it works out great. I'm dead even if not in the green on buys/sells.

[@karvast5726]

You can have fairly affordable watches and like anythink sometimes we are never quite happy anyway and want something more and more and more

[@Adrian-Muica]

I have the same watch, the version before yours, in blue. Great choice, great watch, great moovement. It also has the G. Daniels escape lever, wich is arguably the greatest inovation in watchmaking recently.

[@alisuperhornet]

Hey Nick, where did you get that nice leather strap for the citizen?

[@NickShabazz]

Barton Bands

[@alisuperhornet]

Thanks!

[@jmartin2778]

After amassing a significant collection over 20 years, I purged the vast majority and landed on a Hulk. It's been on my wrist for 2 years with just a smattering of wear from the other 3 watches in my collection. The green isn't for everyone, but a Sub-C is just a great all around watch. It's easy to see why you landed on your Omega SMP as it's a very similar piece.

[@Martinlg762]

can anyone tell me what strap he has on the Citizen?

[@ismael3473]

Nick, if the newer Oceanus T200 you reviewed was on the table, do you think it would have won? The radio signal scare is always something to be nervous about, but Oceanus watches use bluetooth too now

[@johnkennedy9078]

I had the urge to buy Seamasters in early 2000s. Ended up getting a good deal on a rare Oris diving watch. Bought another one in black. I always got tired of having to set the correct time. One day my watch band came loose unexpectedly while I was wearing it, and fell to the ground at work. I had enough and sold all my manual watches and ended up getting a rare $600 Casio Protrek, and it's been the best decision in my whole watch career. Never an issue. Time is crazy accurate. Have temp, barometer, altimeter, timers, stopwatch, etc.. it looks like a regular watch and the digital part is on the low j which is what I was looking for). It's an excellent excellent watch unlike the junk watches I've owned in the past (ie Bulavas lol) If I ever do decide to try another high end diver - it would be Seamaster Planet Ocean 👍

[@fossilimprint2954]

This was a wonderful video, thank you for telling us your basis, and your logic.

[@axegekko6477]

You got sold me on my current bookmark watch, the Seiko Samurai (SRPC93). Now I'm set on my next watch as soon as I sell my Panerai.....this exact Omega! Your watch psa did not stick.

[@mikeg3950]

A watch or pocket knife is the perfect thing to hand down or just hand out. They stick around a long time

[@musicandcoffee2853]

I have that exact same Omega, fantastic piece.

[@jbbrabant]

Loved this video! You have such a unique presentation style that's not short on humour. I like your choice, by the way, You said that you have a hard time taking it off your wrist and that is very telling. I too have a Seamaster that's much older than yours but definitely a favourite . Although I have a Spring Drive GMT & a Tudor Black Bay, I have trouble removing my Seiko Prospex Turtle Pepsi from my wrist as it keeps really good time for a basic 4R36 movement. Go figure!

[@TZOID08]

Great choice..... Mine would be my Seamaster Planet Ocean 600m. I just wish Omega still sold through dealers.

[@bryanstone654]

New Oceanus version OCW-T150 has no-tool clasp size adjustment.

[@Draknareth]

I bought my "the one" today in the form of a Tudor Black Bay Red. Really happy :) It's gonna be a month or so before the rest of my collection gets wrist time again, other than for work etc.

[@anotherknafguy3679]

Glad to see the Citizen BM8180 make the list! nice strap on it as well.

[@void1984]

I've settled with BM8180 as well. It's nice, I can't find a mechanical one in that size. Lume is almost not existing.

[@udin737]

I am loving my Omega Seamaster Professional 300m with the silver dial. I look forward to buying the Omega Planet Ocean Olympic 2020 limited edition watch. These are the very best from Omega with the in house movements of 15,000 gauss anti magnetic. And the looks of it, the more you wear it, the more you fell in love with it. Very good review. But before you announce it, I already know it will be it. 😂 Enjoy the Seamaster Nik.

[@nickkendall3764]

Grate video nick . i really really thought it was going to be the aerospace that won .i suspect it would go far far longer unattended to than a mechanical. But parts would be an issue like you said .man its a tuff choice for sure .

[@Saz-23]

I figured it would be one of the Omega watches.I think would be happy with an Omega as my only watch as well. I'm saving up for one of the new Aqua Terra 150M models.

[@Dingle1911]

Of the watches you own, I would also choose the seamaster pro 300. I think it or the Tudor Pelagos are the best obtainable one watch options. If I could have any one watch it would be a Lange 1 or Zeitwerk Date.

[@davebridge4]

You could have saved us the video Nick. We all knew what you would pick. Drop it on a hard surface once see how durable it is.

[@Shino2600]

Mac6671 words were said...

[@jskrawz4611]

Love your choice... Of all the watches you have, that one would be my choice... However... (There always has to be a "however")... My cheap G-SHOCK GA100 camo has been through a lot of crap over the last 3 years... Best watch I've ever owned... The thing is bullet proof and still looks relatively unscathed... Which is pretty impressive when you consider all the plates, glasses (face and drinking), bones, cars, etc. that I have broken since I bought it... Plus it's camo so I practically disappear when I wear it... Like a suburban ninja...

[@tantu2395]

Not thing can last forever in this world , mechanical, quartz or solar, but I still prefer to keep the duration one in the group : my Citizen eco drive Aw1430-86a, at least it can last over 10 of the worries free years compared to others. 😊

[@carlstanland5333]

I have a Eco Drive watch my wife gave me 20 years ago. Still holds a charge.

[@GetMeThere1]

i prefer to keep "none" watches, and I find it quite enjoyable, lol. Even forty years ago, when watches were actually common appliances, I kept "none" on hand at all times, and found that number adequate -- even preferable.

[@robertpetties5137]

A clean simple diver with 3 straps. Leather, silicone and metal bracelet. Brand the Glycine or Skagen??????

[@BrentonCarr]

If it were ONLY one it would be my Casio gshock solar. Nothing tougher and has lots of function.

[@markusantonious8192]

Sleek, slim, light, and elegant...with a leather band (consistent with the 'light'). My simple, inexpensive, 'gold' rimmed Timex fills the bill..and keeps on tickin'...forever! Of course, having retired...I almost never wear a watch..anymore :)

[@bladecentered2264]

Nick how come you got rid of your citizen perpetual calendar?

[@jakewolter127]

I was thinking the same thing as I watched this.

[@snakalw]

I’m gonna be very disappointed if it’s not the Oceanus. Gonna watch now.

[@iansharpe8420]

spadeknifeworks you must be extremely disappointed now.

[@snakalw]

@@iansharpe8420 I'm so disappointed I closed out of the video and forgot to edit my comment to add how disappointing his decision is.

[@cloudcleaver23]

I'd have to go with one of the competitors to the Oceanus that is otherwise feature-identical, but uses standard spring bars. I think Seiko has one.

[@e.t.preppin7084]

As for my Timex keeping accurate time, well the trick is about every 6 months I undergo a procedure to correct it. There’s a little knob on the side of my watch that when I pull it out I can adjust the time to match that of my IPhone then depress said knob and I’m good to go. 😂😂😂 now I hope you thoroughly enjoy the rest of your day. Great big smile. (I must confess I copied the last three words from someone else who regularly comments on a channel I follow) in case he’s watching this

[@pasquale78]

From your collection I would keep the Aqua terra. I think the ideal combination of a sports and dress watch. From mine, I would keep my latest, wich is a Seiko SRPB43j Cocktail time. It’s dressy, but could be sporty on a nato

[@FidelCashflow_YT]

I tell ya, the Aerospace is just gorgeous. I don't particularly care for the non digital watches. I'm an idiot, and it takes me a sec to tell what time it is with non digital watches, lol. Still, if I had to have just one watch, that one looks like it'd be hard to top.

[@edwardblack7133]

Nice intellectual exercise. I guess if there's going to be few service options and no batteries a nice strong mechanical seiko 5 or a lubricant free sinn? I think I'd keep my limited edition GS and just keep it in a box! I can't part with it lol

[@bfrazer4126]

My dad has a sea master and he loves that thing too, I have a gmt master II and I feel the same way about it, they both are incredible pieces

[@ericbowers71]

Spot on Nick. That’s the exact order that I would’ve gone in as well. Great minds, sir!

[@PatrisDev]

An easy choice when I only have one watch (a Citizen Eco-Drive).

[@commanderosis435]

gshock gw 9400 for me. TOugh solar may not look classy but it lasts.

[@andrewwillard2313]

You summed up why I didn’t buy the Oceanus perfectly. I don’t want the best feature of my everyday watch to require the government to make good decisions to keep working.

[@folksurvival]

It doesn't require that.

[@caseywhite6930]

Nick, from the second I started this video, I knew it would be the Seamaster pro. I feel the same way as you do. All my watches are mechanical. People ask me why I don't like quartz. My answer is that a mechanical watch will last a lifetime with proper care. Great video man @SeikoDaily

[@folksurvival]

Quartz will also last a lifetime with proper care while actually being accurate and reliable.

[@axegekko6477]

well its official... Just scored a black wave dialed Omega SMP! 😁👍🤘 You're 2 for 2 on assisting my watch purchase. First being the Seiko Samurai.

[@ElijsDima]

Ha. Nick is now at the point where an automatic movement is more preferable than quartz. Complete 180 from how ya started out :)

[@greatestcait]

Am I going crazy, or should Nick not have the Omega Seamaster? I could swear he made a couple of videos about how he was trading his Seamaster for a Tudor Pelagos.

[@NickShabazz]

This is the Seamaster Pro. I traded the Seamaster Planet Ocean.

[@greatestcait]

@@NickShabazz Ah, my bad. Thanks for the clarification, Nick, you're a real gem.

[@jacknemo8021]

Considering a Citizen Chandler. Anyone have one? Opinions?

[@BubblesandthePurrMonster]

You can’t go wrong with citizen. Id spring for the chronograph. The citizen AR2.0 is great too. Looks beautiful on leather.

[@steven3379]

Yep that's the one I would pick! 👍👍

[@TomaisMac]

I woulda chosen one of my Citizen radio controlled, I never knew they were thinking of shutting down the atomic clock, so Plan B. My GoldenEye Seamster or maybe My Save the Ocean King Samurai as it's very robust. Great video, made me think,...do I really need all these watches....yes....yes...I do...😂

[@NovemberFoxtrotRC]

Holy shit if golden eye was the most relevant bond movie when you were a kid... You can't be much older than me at 36 if not younger. I had you pegged for 50's 😂

[@1okanaganguy]

Off the top, Breitling serves most functions, looks fab... But, I agree - it's vulnerable. Automatics are forever.

[@Shino2600]

1okanaganguy please explain that statement. Quartz is forever if you change the battery, unless you damage it or the board goes to shit. Automatics are grinding gears and can get damaged with enough force.... I think the Sundial is forever

[@Draknareth]

@@Shino2600 That particular quartz movement (in the Breitling) can be properly serviced, taken apart, damaged components replaced etc. They are fantastic watches, and should be serviceable for many decades to come. Personally, I think Nick's concern over that piece is nothing to worry about, but I do think the Seamaster Pro is the better choice :P

[@Shino2600]

Draknareth I would do the AquaTerra in white but my heart beats over the SMP ceramic

[@TheChadWork2001]

I like the Oceanus, but as attractive as it is, it cheats on its accuracy. It isn't built in like the Longines Conquest VHP. The Oceanus depends upon that radio signal. If I had known better, I wouldn't have purchased it.

[@chrisbyars4422]

A Rolex GMT Master. That damned thing has been on my left wrist since 1983. They are going to bury me with it. Talk about staying power...

[@franksalem8580]

I like the Oceanus because of its classy look. I'd worry about the time signal when it actually happened.

[@jewxx002]

Debating between the Omega SMP and the Monta Oceanking. Since you reviewed both, but kept the Omega, can you tell me a little about why?

[@NickShabazz]

The Omega is just a bit more polished and designed, and has a soft spot in my heart.

[@jewxx002]

@@NickShabazz thanks so much! Super appreciate your reviews

[@davidr9972]

Grand seiko quartz! +10/-10 seconds a year! and service every 50 years!!! is there anything better? i don't think so

[@hurricaneheli79]

Well this is a long comment. If I had to choose it would be between the G-Shock & Rolex. G-Shock 1) My 1st watch & got me into them. 2) Was a gift by someone I'm close with. 3) This is my everyday watch. Sorry Swatch you used to be for a time. This G-Shock had literally been through hell & back. I've replaced the strap too many times & eventually got a Jay's and Kay's adapter. Which I've had over a year & it's held up unlike the others. 4) My only grip about the watch is the calendar is good for 2000-2039. We don't know how long we have but I could very well see 2039. Rolex 1) My 3rd watch. The watch I claimed that got me into them. 2) This was past down from someone who past away before they could give it to me personally & made it clear it was to be given to me if anything happened. Which was the case. 3) This watch I barely have on because of some reasons. But it's got the most sentimental value. 4) This would be serviceable for my lifetime because it's a long running model. The Datejust. With all that being said it's a tough choice. Because I will get the same G-Shock but updated version with the calendar that goes to 2099 at some point. Both watches are worth the same to me. I need to put that out there. If I had a gun to my head, I'd say the Rolex. But a free choice I cannot make.

[@valebliz]

Probably my Damasko DB1 because it's a tank a still kind of refined. Or my grand seiko sbga201.

[@kirkschroder6449]

I'd keep the Seiko my father gave me! Would be hard to give up the tudors

[@canonyeo4286]

For watch lover, it's impossible to have one watch. For sake of this topic, i will keep my 7A48 Fishing Master as the One Watch. OK, a dress watch as well- the 8305 7000 Clover Seikomatic. Man, the hand brush of the Clover is out of the world.

[@conned]

For me, Casio , Garmin or Tissot ABC ,bonus if solar..

[@ranger5281]

I think the IWC Flieger Chronograph ... expensive, bulky... sublime

[@ranger5281]

Also, your final 2 choices were excellent to my eye. Nice choices.

[@NoOne-ki3bm]

IMHO, all “luxury” sports watches should come with a quick adjustable clasp. To not come with one is just pure laziness and cheap by the watchmaker.

[@trip0dgaming894]

Great choice I have the same watch and 100% agree.

[@e.t.preppin7084]

I love knives, I wear a Timex. All my life except for maybe a Casio in the 70’s when they came out with those cheap digital watches.

[@Clarkthek]

A MECHANICAL?!?!?!?!? I didn't see that coming.

[@freedomvan2970]

Nick, I'm considering replacing my previous gen Seamaster Pro Ceramic for your version. Can you send yours to me to review so I can make the right decision?

[@knightmarex13]

Is there a watch equivalent to the zombie knives?

[@steveman751]

knightmarex13 dollar store watches maybe

[@freedomvan2970]

Of YOUR watches, my choice would be the AT for a good everyday look and the quartz movement. Of mine? Nope, can't do it.

[@ocomegashadowstacking5886]

Really awesome more reviews video!!!

[@CSLFiero]

900 is crazy for a watch. 400 can represent good value for a mid tech knife.

[@ralphnapierii1184]

You should learn more about watches. They are insanely complex.

[@curiousassortment]

My favorite watch is a Shabazz, made in-house.

[@Brati999]

The seamaster is superior. On a black thick leatherstrap, its beauty

[@starkparker16]

Pierce Brosnan may be glad to hear he has influenced somebody. Only one somebody, but still, somebody.

[@Jedi391]

For me it would have to be the Seamaster and it wouldn’t be remotely close.

[@BubblesandthePurrMonster]

Make your own atomic radio signal. Also. There’s only one omega worth a darn. And it’s called the man on the moon!

[@RyanHarris77]

I don't know which one watch I'd have, that's why I'm watching this video :) a $2k six digit Submariner would make my decision very easy, but that doesn't exist. edit: there is something about a dive watch with a combination of polished and brushed surfaces that seems appropriate for any social, business, or formal setting.

[@danielramsey1959]

My favorite is the all titanium Aerospace.

[@missmygamergirl445]

You get used to a heavy watch real quick even a 36 datejust is a heavy watch when I tried my doctors I was surprised.

[@tofino50]

I feel blessed in 1969 I bought a new 1675 Rolex GMT Master and I still have it. Best investment I've ever made. Paid $265.00 you do the math.

[@imjustlookingformydog896]

Pics?

[@heinrich3427]

Mine would be the Tudor North Flag.

[@tannersparrow5588]

in your 5 there, ill take the Casio oceanus, thanks!

[@yogililly1]

For me, the Seiko SARB017, the Alpinist.... 38 mm, 200m water, sapphire crystal. My school colors were green and gold. An explorer field watch that can be dressed up or down.