Your First Luxury Watch Should Be...

[@barryvercueil2346]

Oris, Longines and Christopher Ward are brilliant recommendations.

[@howardmckenna]

Mine was a Longines Master Collection Chrono/Full Calendar/Moonphase. Longines give astounding value for money from a long established, well respected, under-the-radar brand.

[@petermckenna5636]

Love the Master collection ❤️

[@howardmckenna]

@@petermckenna5636... Well, hello Mr McKenna. Same name, same good taste!!!

[@StephenKlitzky]

Yes

[@keithjones8659]

I love the history of Longines and the simple clean style.

[@GoTerpsGoBlue]

Longines history/value/quality combo can’t be beat

[@jrodigan5]

My first luxury watch was a used Omega Speedmaster 3513. I got it shortly after graduating college in 2017. I paid about $1500 for it, and it has been a part of my collection ever since. Great list, there were a few there that I didn’t think about!

[@inthecellar5951]

The CW C65 Aquitaine Bronze is a good shout. Had no idea about it so a good shout - looks great and COSC certified!

[@hudldevice1092]

Agreed. Christopher Ward really does offer great specs at a reasonable price.

[@diemes5463]

Nomos club will be my first luxury watch 😊

[@anthonydb2336]

i have a club campus deep pink and absolutely love it! Great choice!

[@moes7862]

The new nomos club sport ? Great choice sir, in bleu or green ?

[@Abdullah79568]

It was going to be mine first aswell but after seeing the Baume & Mercier clifton baumatic in red I have changed my mind..

[@diemes5463]

@@moes7862 the white 703 is a perfect watch in my eyes, but the sport models are extremely attractive options as well

[@Stormin2548]

@@Abdullah79568 Fantastic timepiece!

[@landonmeier3018]

Additional brands worth your consideration IMO are Frederique Constant, Maurice Lacroix, Bulova, Cartier, Nomos, Sinn, and Zodiac. My first Swiss luxury watch was the Tissot Le Locle Powermatic 80.

[@misterpsych3804]

Nomos for the Win! Honestly such a tremendous bang for the buck! Preloved is even a better bargain- my 733 Club Datum red hands- was $1400 very gently used .

[@Armoer]

@@misterpsych3804 exactly! Any list not mentioning is Nomos is incomplete. Amazing brand

[@jpdemer5]

Love that Longines! Rare enough to stand out from the crowd, and it looks like it cost twice what it does. Tissot was my first "luxury" watch as well - the PRX was a bit too chunky for my taste, and I ended up selecting the Gentleman model -- one of the most undervalued/under-rated watches on the market.

[@craigborrenpohl1233]

If you like that Longines you should check out NOMOS.

[@rizaalfian1396]

@@craigborrenpohl1233 yeah , we cant go wrong about nomos

[@kofiofosu9051]

It is a beauty. Never owned a Longines. This is fantastic.

[@Visia-w3h]

Tissot is luxury???? I disagree

[@tiffer67]

Great to see you guys have caught on to Christopher Ward & the value that they provide across the full range of their watches. As a company they deserve huge praise in their push to become one of the go to brands for that first & subsequent purchase of luxury watches. They do so with excellent build quality & great use of dial colour & strap combinations.

[@SkilfulLeader1]

Great to hear this and definitely agree, I’ve other higher end value watches but still keep my Christopher ward elite 1000. Just awesome bang for buck IMO

[@anscomber8031]

Man I have a Sealander GMT and I want an Aquitaine.

[@ukjamaican4488]

Couldn’t agree more! I own other brands, Tudor, Oris, Hamilton and Omega. I just recently purchased the Sealander GMT and it hasn’t left my wrist. I literally wear it everyday. Absolutely love it. I’ve got my eye on the C60 Trident Pro 300 as my next Christopher Ward purchase. Amazing value for money

[@vfp16]

Agreed, I have the C63 GMT and it is easily finished better than higher end pieces like the Speedmaster.

[@steviee67]

@@ukjamaican4488 I have and love them both

[@benkenobi6582]

My first luxury watch was a Longines Conquest in Black. Love that watch so much

[@KeepingWatchUK]

Mine was a Tudor BB58. Still own it & always will. Continues to be a fave in the collection despite adding many more pieces. Also own the GS in the video. Gorgeous dark blue dial & 9F means it’s a grab & go! 👍🏻

[@Marcuscaravan]

Mine too! It arrived last week and I LOVE it.

[@thenotanclan]

The Tissot PRX really is such a solid choice here and can rightfully be considered entry level luxury - the fit & finish, use of materials and overall panache is amazing at the price

[@LombardoJoe]

I got the exact model they showed for my first luxury watch. I have yet to lose the “wow” factor for it. Looks phenomenal with the blue leather integrated strap that they sell - I picked one of those up when they were available. It’s such a pretty watch to stare at.

[@Mrgreen765]

Is it still a good choice if you pick the Quartz version of the PRX?

[@LombardoJoe]

@@Mrgreen765 The only real difference besides the movement (which is still a solid quartz movement and will keep fantastic time) is the dial. The quartz is sunburst and the automatic is waffled. I think both are beautiful. I got what I got Because I was in the market to get my first “luxury“ mechanical watch. If I had gotten a quartz, I would not be disappointed.

[@alfieakaronaldog]

@thenotaclan Do you actually own a PRX then? It’s extremely uncomfortable IME and is an integrated bracelet that you are lucky if fits you a good introduction to luxury watches?

[@LombardoJoe]

@@alfieakaronaldog The links are removable and there are micro steps at the clasp. I actually switched over to the blue integrated strap that Tissot makes for it and rarely, if ever use the bracelet at this point. I’ve grown to prefer the look of the leather option.

[@Bobap3]

Just ordered my Nomos Tangente 35 as my graduation watch :)

[@Rhal63]

Tom, you’re stepping up your game. Some really good analysts and down right funny comments. These videos make me want to go shopping every morning when I wake up. Thanks

[@craigthecraig9176]

I don't own a luxury watch yet but what I do have is a brilliant Mido GMT, it's a dive/sports watch that looks just as good in the water or on a field as it does in a suite and tie.

[@garethsigrist8714]

Great list fellas 👍 My first luxury watch was the Oris Big Crown ProPilot. Given my relatively modest watch budget it represented quite a substantial leap from the just over £300 I’d previously spent on my most expensive watch at the time but it’s proven to have been well worth it. I’ve since added an Oris Aquis to my collection but the ProPilot is absolutely my go to watch for anything and everything other than activities that require a beater.

[@nolanpick6906]

My first “luxury” watch was a Tissot Visodate a few years ago. My current daily driver is a Christopher Ward C63 Sealander, which I wear far more than my Omega Aqua Terra. Great watch!

[@MrAsH412]

I think Ball is great luxury watch starter brand as well. Great timepieces with fantastic lume.

[@UncleSkiBum]

I just moved up from microbrands and bought the Hamilton Cooper watch and it's honestly amazing for the price. Feel like there hasn't been a compromise anywhere and also quite cheap compared to other brands.

[@jectongco3961]

I was never really into watches til last month, I was just strolling inside a mall and just for the heck of it, I entered a Tag Heuer Boutique. The salesperson there allowed to try on some of the displays and something in me fell in love with watches. I almost bought coz of impulse a Carrera Calibre 5 grey dial. Good thing I got back to my senses and decided to check other options and reviews. After a month of watching youtube watch influencers, entering other boutiques and trying on some watches, I finally pulled the trigger and bought my first ever entry level luxury watch few days ago.. Longines Spirit 40mm Sunray Blue Dial.. 😊

[@SonnyChanhvongsak]

My first mechanical watch was that blue Tag Heuer Carrera Date purchased last year since a 36mm Rolex OP wasn't available. Since then I was able to get a blue 36mm OP but I still wear this watch from time to time and it's the only watch I take with me on travel. It's a great watch

[@joshlavrinovich9027]

Love the montblanc star legacy shoutout, which was my first luxury timepiece, and which I’ll never get rid of!

[@hamhamhamhamify]

Sinn 556 always seems to be missed, different level of quality compared to some of these for sub £1500. Regulated in house prior to sale ( or so the legend goes) Certainly extremely accurate given the price. Another notable point is the amazing H link bracelet that Sinn do.

[@dylandwyer6305]

Literally one video misses it and you think it’s under appreciated? Great watch no doubt but talked about to death

[@balesjo]

Mine was a Longines Flagship. Simple with a white dial, a very dressy watch that I love.

[@brandonherrera2891]

I bought a Zenith Elite 680 as my first luxury watch. For around $1,500 on a classy dial, 36mm, see-through case back of the in-house movement is stunning.

[@k1emy]

first entry level watch was Tissot’s Le Locle and current first luxury watch is IWC’s Mark IVIII

[@dspserpico]

The quiet precise ticks of the 9F movement is as beautiful as any sweep of a mechanical movement. I will die on this hill.

[@michaelhetherington5516]

I don't know if you would class this as luxury, but my first luxury was a Certina DS1 chronometer. I was looking for a Tissot and saw the Certina in a sale.

[@Claus-L.Mueller]

My first luxury watch purchase was a Nomos Ahoi Date. I was looking for a watch that could do it all. Sporty but still elegant enough to wear it with a suit. At the time I bought it, it was a £2,500 watch. Nomos is still a good place to look for your first luxury watch. Starting with a Nomos Campus for £1,000 with an in-house hand wound caliber “Alpha”.

[@ScrupmanJohn]

Mine is the Grand Seiko SBGX265, it's the 37mm JDM version of the one in the video with the blue-purpleish dial, astonishing watch. Goes with everything, insanely accurate and the build quaility is simply out-of-this-world for the money. The quartz in this is a work of art in itself. Makes me question the need for any other watch with how versatile it is, really. I'm also pretty positive it has the highest level of finishing among the ones shown in the video.

[@SpaceMonkey13X]

What a great collection to consider. I'm still living in my busget watch world, but as I venture deeper into this world I'm beginning to stick pins in some discoveries to consider for my first luxury watch purchase. Thanks for compiling and presenting this.

[@thetruebatman4632]

Hamilton Intramatic as a gift from my wife, about twice as much as I would spend on a watch for myself so THANKS BABE.

[@AwkwardHorology]

My first proper watch was and orient triton and one of my first reviews! But my first proper luxury watch was a Tudor BB and I’m still in love!

[@cardinalj]

I think this is a better term than luxury. What was your 1st proper watch cause I don't think it has to be about spending money or "luxury"

[@paulhiggins8774]

Christopher Ward and Oris are outstanding quality for money. Great review as always 👍

[@jturie]

Last month I came to my senses when I woke up and realized that I absolutely hated my Apple Watch. Many videos later.....I'm hooked. However, being retired limits my $$$ to under $1000. This list has a bunch of watches way over that limit, and one that I am currently eyeballing for my first serious watch--that Tissot.

[@KabobHope]

That's a good choice. I bought a Certina I really love as my first real Swiss watch. When I win the lottery I'll get a Cartier Tank -- something small and gold.

[@simonyallop1488]

Interesting what you said about your first watch,I bought a pre-owned aquaracer chronograph calibre 16 and don't think I will ever sell it even though I now have a small collection.

[@thisisnothere14]

My first was a 1979 quartz omega de ville (GP) But if we are talking something newer... then it was a 2501.81 omega seamaster 120m (the last gen 120 before the aqua terra came out)

[@jimmyboy134]

Bought a speedmaster for my first luxury watch. Been in love with ever since and it's my daily driver. Never gets dull no matter how other people feel about it.

[@bstp2023]

Bought a PRX for my cousin who’s getting married a few months back and I still cant believe how good it looks , and feel, on the wrist. Could’ve been 2x the price and I reckon it would still be as popular. When they finally offer the 35mm with an auto movement, I’m affraid I’m gonna have to pull the trigger and get one for myself.

[@OldFArt-gx9fh]

Baume & Mercier’s Clifton with in-house movement, COSC certification and 120 hour power reserve wins me

[@Laz_Arus]

Being somewhat of a Seiko "fanboi", my first "luxury" watch was a Seiko SSH003J Astron GPS Solar Dual Time. I had a few Presages etc. in the collection already, but I was just fascinated by the technology that went into that updated Astron. If I was limited to only one watch forever (as if that will happen) I would be content with the SSH003J.

[@dmarti47]

Nice! Have you seen the SBXD007? Stunning!

[@zhicaofang2354]

My first luxury watch was a gift from my parent, the TAG Heuer Link Dual Time. To date I still believe this is the best alternative to a Rolex Explorer II. Too bad the Link line has largely been ignored by both TAG and buyers. The first one I bought myself was the Black Bay GMT last spring. Probably the best entry-level luxury GMT you can get until Longines pushes out their Spirit Zulu Time. I will never sell either of the two.

[@anthonystevens8683]

Some great choices there guys. some of these if not all could be on the list of someone who already has the first luxury watch. As a starter though I think the PRX PM80 is the stand out bargain. you could even include the chronograph version that uses the well proven Valjoux 7753 movement but it costs a grand more but still a fair way inside the 2K price. I have to agree with the inclusion of the 'Murph' as well. In 38mm guise it's going to fit more wrists than the bigger original but for those with thicker wrists that should be included as well. A classic watch design made to look old (as per the film) with a modern movement and manufacturing. Other suggestions that fit the bill would include more from Longines with the Sector dial and classic Tuxedo designs. They even have some moon phase models available at 'good' prices compared to some other brands. It's also good to see Oris getting a mention here, the brand has modern and classic divers, pointer date options and other classic styles that have the evergreen well proven Sellita based engines. In house designed cal 400 options for some Oris models could be considered as well although a fair bit more expensive are still pretty good considering the specs and warranty.

[@davixavier3261]

Hello guys! Thanks for putting this video together. Any thoughts about the Longines Conquest 39 mm? Thanks!

[@VigneshKaushik]

I recently got the Longines Big Eye Avigation petroblue. Amazing looking watch and great value. I honesty think Longines is a great brand worthy of more recognition.

[@cr144mc6]

I plan on getting a Longines Spirit 37mm as my first luxury watch. Hoping to buy my first house in 2023 and buy the watch in celebration

[@markmurphy3578]

I have a seiko 6R35-01B0 (Alpinist?) which I am really more than just happy with. It looks great and feels perfect on the wrist. It’s become a bit of an everyday watch and I love the green dial face. There are some great entry level watches out there that are more luxurious than you might expect.

[@davesrc_crawling8349]

I got carried away and bought an Omega and a Tudor as my first luxury watches. I definitely think there are some excellent selections being nominated here.

[@Jessejesselewis]

My first luxury watch was a Montblanc Star Legacy with a moon phase. I was into pens before I knew watches so they were my gateway drug. I still really enjoy wearing it.

[@angelsedano5309]

My first luxury watch was and is the Hamilton intra-matic chrono olive green dial. Since then I have bought an Oris big crown red dial. My number 3 watch will be either a Tudor s/g balck dial with bund strap or the Zenith flyback cp2 chrono. Which out of the two (Tudor or Zenith) would you pick or suggest? I do not want to regret the choice I make. Thank you for the feed back. I am loooking at around the $5,550 price point.

[@chriscon8463]

My first was a blue-dialed Tag Heuer 2000 auto that I bought new in ‘04. I still have & wear it!

[@brpixels]

I consider Oris Artelier Skeleton to my first luxury watch. My usual no luxury prices would typically be 200$-500$

[@cheemomugdoo799]

Seiko SPB213J1 is my first automatic watch and at $1200, is pretty affordable. Some will argue that it's too much for a Seiko, but it does have the better movement, and is somewhat limited in production numbers. Not a typical diver with the silver/white face and inky blue bezel, but I like that it's not black on black like most divers.

[@angelo2064]

Lovely list. My fav one was the Christopher Ward. I'd added Glycine but overall it was a perfect video ❤️

[@mondadon85]

Great list guys and a great video as always! Have to agree with all of your choices, my first luxury watch was a Tag Huer Aquaracer and I'm now on the hunt for a speedmaster, but everything I've found I like they've put the price up!

[@lyndonlouie4108]

My first lux watch purchase was a Carrera Twin Time silver dial and brown alligator. Nice pick Tom

[@brandonspencer309]

Got my first almost exactly one year ago, an Oris Aqis cal 400 on the beautiful bracelet, I’ve worn it almost everyday since I got it and it runs at -3s to -5s a day. Absolutely love it! The one thing is that too by a strap for it with the quick release and buckle is and $600 Canadian !!!! That is unbelievable pricing!!!…

[@kojiattwood]

Nomos Orion was the first piece to send me down the dark horological path.

[@turdferguson7686]

my first was an omega seamaster 22545000 i bought in 2006 for around $1,800 and that has been my daily driver ever since. have bought a few other less fancy watches for various adventures i didnt want to take the omega on, but it is what i wear 99% of the time i leave my house. ive had it serviced once about 4 years ago and it has been a champion otherwise. just a really great watch. nothing too fancy or flashy, very comfortable on my wrist, just great all around. finally looking to upgrade a bit to maybe a blue side of the moon or something similar, maybe just a regular speedmaster? if i can get the rolex i want maybe go that route simply because more people recognize rolex as a "fancy watch" and im a little bit vain.... still trying to figure that out, but i will always keep this watch regardless and hopefully pass it on to to a family member when i can no longer wear it. on a side note, that christopher ward c65 looks amazing. may have to pick one of those up now... blue/bronze is my favorite color combo, just looks so good together.

[@Steve-id5qx]

The 2254 is perfection

[@amargnwalkr]

I would add Baume Et Mercier to that list. People tend to forget about them.

[@HelgeKS]

Some of my picks: Sinn 556i (I have an carnelian red myself and it is fantastic!), Nomos Tetra Plum, Longines Heritage Classic, Omega Deville Prestige, Hamilton American Classic Jazzmaster (H42545551), Junghans Meister Worldtimer, Tissot PRX powermatic 80.... Final tip. Whenever possible: buy at AD. Always look for discounts.

[@snuups]

I just bought my first 'luxury watch'. In my opinion a luxury watch is a watch you don't need. So I bought a Seiko 5 Sport.

[@2manysigns]

Nice dreams . I'm really also liking the offerings of Guinand , Sinn and Muhle Glashutte for this idea but I've the sense they're soo many relative great choices .

[@mosytube]

I’m 3 watches in and you guys are quite proud of your choices so far 😂. Love it!

[@waterfordrs22]

Not quite luxury level, but there have been German makers such as Stowa, Dekla, Laco offering made to order watches. Stowa is complete it direct buy. You choose between manual wind or auto, logo or or not, Arabic or Roman, dial material and so on. They’ve offered that for quite sometime now. I’m not convinced a Tudor or Rolex is in a great position to allow their customers to micromanage their choices.

[@allforseen7525]

My first luxury watch was a Grand Seiko blue dial spring drive. I still wear it more than all others that I have added over the years

[@reudigerrudiger6452]

Mine was a omega seamaster diver 300M. Highly recommend it 😊

[@brianparnell2256]

Bought my first one last week. A Tudor Black Bay 58 over three grand but I loved it as soon as I tried it on. The only reason to purchase anything is if you love it.

[@Marcuscaravan]

Me too! Came last week. Great watch ☺️

[@thecianinator]

5:39 that was a very good cheeky Goldeneye NPC noise you slipped in there

[@MDSkai]

Mine is the Longines Spirit Zulu Time - anthracite/green gilt

[@pato7694]

I just bought the same watch two days but in blue. I’m very excited to put it on.

[@user-gu6rg8eo5f]

Although I had doubts about buying a replica watch, gussl dispelled my doubts. The watch has an authentic look and feel.

[@Abhishekyadav007]

Sad to see you missed the Cartier Tank Must

[@Matt28NJ]

The "Mont Blanc" Dad joke is absolutely one I would have made. Well done.😅

[@cbeltway]

My First Luxury watch was a Ball Engineer with Rainbow tubes. Never regretted it.

[@foggyshores5986]

Tag Heuer day date, spot on! My first luxury watch. Love it!

[@robalexander7348]

My first luxury watch watch was a Gold Tissot SEASTAR i purchased in 1974 it still is a beutiful looking watch,and still in Mint condition, it looks great with my other various watch collection... I must say that Oris PROPILOT is a stunning looking watch that dial is amazing in looks 👍

[@sophdog1678]

Longines Heritage Military. Big crown, easy to read, understated classic looks.

[@marty197666]

Mine was a Seamaster bought in March 2014. Price compared to wages has changed considerably since then! 1 months pay got me that watch, not even close now.

[@Stormin2548]

My first luxury watch was a Baume et Mercier Capeland S. I still love it.

[@afraza5946]

A perfect video for someone like me, done with upto 1k dollars, have an Orient Kamasu II limited edition and Zeppelin Hindenburg LZ 129, now wish to have something upto 2k dollars. Thanks!

[@HydrogenAlpha]

Blown away by the Christopher Ward. Those colours are gorgeous.

[@Ricelord4]

My first luxury watch was my father's 1982 Omega De Ville ST 162.0060. I had it sent to Omega for servicing, and it will take something like 20+ weeks to repair. It's nice to see that it's a good starting point for luxury watches. I eventually want an Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch, but the De Ville will hold that special title.

[@Deez_Nutz510]

Bought the Omega AT quartz back in the mid 2000s for around $1600usd. Recently had it serviced. Great first watch.

[@TrumanBurbankFE]

The Nomos would be a great first as its in-house with their own hairspring for those who are interested in movements. Otherwise , for a little bit more, mainstream entry level luxury brands must be Tudor or Omega. Great cases, movements and finishings.

[@TruthTeller00]

The Bel Canto, the best place to start.

[@TruthTeller00]

@Paul Hitchens They released a batch of 4 new colours, to those who pre-registered online. Ordered the Nero about a week ago.

[@JackoFrenchtonDoggo]

Didn’t like the new colors. Want the green/blue originals so no go for me

[@TruthTeller00]

@@JackoFrenchtonDoggo I loved the blue original, green was a bit flash, as well as the new purple. Not enough contrast in the baby blue or salmon pink, black hits the spot. 😎

[@matthewmckinnon9298]

Considering the black dial Omega Seamaster 300m and the GS SBGM221

[@morgan97475]

Good list. Mine was a CW diver. But I traded it for a vintage watch. I'm looking forward to getting another CW...the green Bel Canto.

[@nolangaudreau]

My first luxury watch was a black Chanel J12 Chrono. I love it!

[@jamesrobert4106]

I bought my first in 2001. The Omega Seamaster 2541.80 Quartz Goldeneye and I still own it 😁

[@vfp16]

Mine was the Tag Heuer Carrera Calibre 16. You’re right, it’s a never sell and one of my favourites.

[@Sean-qf9js]

Was longines master collection for me 🙏🙏

[@floridamankyle5461]

I have narrowed down my first luxury watch I will purchase to 3 watches 1) Longines Master Collection Triple Calendar Chronograph Moon Phase 2) Oris Sixty Five Diver Cotton Candy Green 3) Used/Older Omega Speedmaster Professional I like multiple complications and/or unique looks, but my Seiko SNXL72 is my dress watch right now.

[@GeoffreyEduard]

I have the previous 41mm Carrera Calibre 5 day date in bleu with steel bracelet. It was indeed my first. Bought it when my son was born. It's an amazing watch. Super accurate and looks good in a suit or bathing trunks.

[@abymathew295]

Oris AQUIS Date..what a watch..😍😍

[@pmakor]

That Christopher Ward is mesmerizing. Also a sucker for bulbous bezels.

[@silv3rArrow]

That Longines is very clean but for that price you can get a Valjoux chrono…even in ETA variant

[@Ben-yw8be]

Tudor and Tag are my favorite first luxury watch brands. My first luxury watch is a Tag F1 in quartz in blue. 😊 So clean, simple, versatile and good.

[@Mandaunusantara]

My 1st and 2nd luxury watches are included here. Love tag and oris

[@Glixcorz]

My first watch ever was the Longines Record. I love it so much. Minimalistic and classy while not being super expensive

[@MastinoNapoletano420]

I have the C65 Aquitain GMT on my list for 2023(cream dial, blue bezel). I am really digging their watches and hope they soon start making their movements in house.

[@UCZ15]

Mine was an Orient Ray II, Orient Kamasu, half a dozen sub-£100 Seiko 5s and a G-Shock.