8 Things You NEED to Know About Watches - A Crash Course to Watches
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- čas přidán 12. 06. 2024
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I know how overwhelming the world of watches can be at times, especially when you are first getting into the hobby. In this video, we are going to cover a topic that is long overdue, looking at 8 essential concepts I feel every watch enthusiast should know or at least have a general grasp on.
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0:00 - Ground Rules And Other Videos to Watch
1:12 - The Two Primary Types Of Watch Movements & How They Work
6:25 - The Mainstream Brands that Make Up The Industry & Who Owns Who
8:58 - How To Determine The Best Size Watch For You
12:59 - Straps & Tools
16:13 - In-House vs Third Party Movements & Certifications
19:36 - Understanding Water Resistance
22:49 - The Different Types Of Watch Crystals
24:37 - Types Of Watch Sellers/Dealers - Jak na to + styl
Apologies for the length of this one everyone. I tried to include all the necessary details while moving through it pretty quickly. I know for those that have a very good grasp on watches some of this will be redundant, but hopefully, there is at least one thing to learn in this video even if you are more experienced. Timecodes are down below if you need to come back to a topic after watching. This one took a couple weeks to complete editing so I appreciate the support.
0:00 - Ground Rules And Other Videos to Watch
1:12 - The Two Primary Types Of Watch Movements & How They Work
6:25 - The Mainstream Brands that Make Up The Industry & Who Owns Who
8:58 - How To Determine The Best Size Watch For You
12:59 - Straps & Tools
16:13 - In-House vs Third Party Movements & Certifications
19:36 - Understanding Water Resistance
22:49 - The Different Types Of Watch Crystals
24:37 - Types Of Watch Sellers/Dealers
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May I know what watch you are rocking in this video?
Weeks of editing show, great job. Like you said, even those of us who "know it all" can still learn a few new quirks. I know I did.
no worries, but i didn't quite get the web for preowned watches
MrSurr He’s wearing a Sinn 556i
Don't apologize for the length of this video...this is exactly what we need in order to properly introduce us to the basics. Well-researched, well presented and most of all incredibly informative. Well done.
TOTALLY 100%!
Aside from my smart aleck comment above, I agree 100%, great video.
You know when the food so good, you keep eating even when you are full. This video is that food for me 😅
Can you tell me which watch he is wearing in the video?
When did tom holland become a watch expert
😂😂🙏
This reminds me of Chris Broad aka AbroadinJapan. He had this idea of revealing that he was some dude in Seattle (he's British) in his mom's basement.
I thought it was drake bell
It says two months ago dude.
who’s tom holland
The second hands on the Sinn and Nomos were synced. That's the kind of attention to detail that makes my brain happy.
Can u please tell me which watch he is wearing in the video?
I appreciate the fact that the watches shown side by side were synced. It shows attention to detail in your presentation and that you take care good of your things.
This is one of the most informative videos I have seen for a while... no hype, non opinionated, just plain honest knowledge, I love it! Unlike many other clickbait "things you should know" videos. Production quality is pretty awesome as well so that makes it even greater - as a starting watch enthusiast I have learned a lot from this video and it has not felt long at all, even though it is indeed longer than many other "8 things you need to know" videos. You can tell a lot of effort has gone into making it. Well done Teddy!
I’m definitely sharing this with all the people who find my watch obsession weird. If this doesn’t get them started, nothing will! Amazing video Teddy!
Haha awesome! Thank you for watching my friend 🙌🏻
@@TeddyBaldassarre it is a very good video teddy. i went and looked at the straps in your shop, all the leather straps are made of the lowest grade leather available, genuine leather. in tbe 15-20 buck range i understand, but the 50 dollar plus range should be full grain leather. the 20-50 range should be top grain leather.
@@TeddyBaldassarre It's going to be at least a decade until a video tops this for an intro to watches videos.
Yup it's weird
"the world lies to you all the time, I don't think its a good idea for you to lie to your self."- Teddy Baldassarre, 2020 great way to live your life in general I'd say
Putting that on my inspirational quote calendar
Good quote made me think for a bit.
Not everyone who wears a replica is trying to fool you or themselves. They don't care what you think, they just enjoy having a really high-quality replica on their wrist of a genuine watch they will never be able to afford. It's not the "lies" that are the problem with replica watches, it's the watch industry impacts.
@@donkcustompocketclips who cares a 5$ replica tells the same time has the same 12 hour as a 5k genuine
Yup. I lie to myself that the world is always truthful
Learned a lot!
This is amazing. Literally clubbing 8 different videos that you can make into 1. Kudos to the work you've put in for this!
Who says the word KUDOS in todays day and age? Do u think you are Shakespeare? Fool
Love how you mentioned the crystal diameter / bezel size effect at 12:14 - this is even less talked-about than lug-to-lug but plays a huge part. Great video!
Glad you mentioned servicing mechanical watches. Eventually they will need servicing if only cleaning and lubricating. Even that level of service can cost hundreds or even thousands and I don't think many people buying these watches realize the carrying cost of ownership. I would recommend checking out the typical service cost from an AD before you buy.
LOL @ servicing it at an AD. Sure, if you want to spend significantly more for the exact same thing. But I guess if you bought it at an AD instead of thru a grey market dealer then you already did that. They're the used care dealership of watches. Unscrupulous middle men con artists if there ever was one. Find an independent watch guy in your town or mail it off to somebody. Never, ever, take it to the -dealership- _stealership._
@@Phafanapolis Most manufacturers (except Seiko) have stopped supply parts to third parties. So soon you will have no choice but to use an AD.
@@mrbrisvegas2 Vote with your dollars and stop buying watches from brands that are trying to fuck you over left, right and center today _and_ in the future.
@@Phafanapolis ok buddy 👍
@@miscellaneousz2681 ^ Found the Swiss Watch Industry shill!
If you have a counter argument, please present it. Otherwise it stands that ADs are scum and manufacturers are trying to get customers on a never ending payment plan with constant upkeep for products they claim will last one thousand lifetimes and be passed down for generations. They can't both need constant maintenance, torn down and rebuilt _but also_ last eons.
The great videography really kept me interested in the parts I might have known about, but the concise information was great. Especially talking about the differences in the markets we are all deciding to buy from. Excellent episode Teddy !
Teddy I watched all three videos and I cannot thank you enough. I have owned and worn watches for a long time but never got the terminology and some of the basics right, I just wore them without any knowledge of what I was actually wearing. This was so helpful and it really encourages me to have a closer look at the watches that I already own and what I should look for when buying a new one.
25:10 “The world lies to you all the time. I don’t think it’s ever a good idea to lie to yourself by wearing a fake watch.” - Teddy Baldassare, Sep 2020
Well said, Teddy.
Right premise, wrong conclusion. A watch is basically functional jewelry.
The truth is that buying a 'real' watch for several thousand dollars is stupid. Financially unwise. I wouldn't buy a 'Dolex' because it's fake, but because it's probably tacky looking and inaccurate (less functional).
The truth is most people don't need jewelry and they don't need a watch either.
But you might want one, because it's slightly more convenient than looking at your phone all the time. You can buy a perfectly good brand for $100-$300.
Personally, I find the aesthetic appeal and value of used watches on ebay to be a better choice. Buy a vintage watch and have it cleaned, polished, new band, whatever... this is way cooler than wearing some $6,000 symbol of membership in the douche club.
Are you a herd animal, or a man who makes your own decisions, because you're leading the way?
PS you'll feel terrible when your fancy watch gets a scratch on it. Just the same as a door ding on a brand new car
@@hxhdfjifzirstc894 you wouldn't have the real quality materials and not the motor, and if you give two fucks about watches then you care
This video was very meaningful, because watches reveal time and the meaning of time at our wrist. I was mostly into digital Casio watches because it gave me all the informations I needed. Yet when I started getting an analog watch, it changed my perspective about what time really is... Time is not infinite, time is literally running out and the more years you live, the more you realize how time is passing by... Sometimes faster sometimes slower... I really like watches that display the most accuracy possible... Your video was amazingly educating and got me deeper into the meaning of watches & timekeeping. Thanks a lot.
I'm just getting startted building my watch collection, but this video is the best I have seen so far. Thank you for all your information; very clear and easy to understand.
that Maurice Lacroix is giving me the "please buy me now" look
How does it look on your wrist?
Job well done Teddy! You pretty much cover most of the main "bullet points" to consider when you getting into the hobby. 👍
This is terrifically informative even for someone who has been into watches for years. Excellent video and keep up the good work!
Tremendous video and summary here, Teddy. Really appreciated this educational segment even thought I knew a fair bit already. Great video with very helpful descriptions and graphics.
Insane video, so much pertinent information, don't apologize for the length, this was exactly what I was looking for and by the look of the comments I've seen so far, I'm not the only one!
Hey Teddy - this is definitely a helpful breakdown for somebody new to the watch scene. Just one quick thing I’d like to add...I believe Polywatch can be used on most acrylic crystals with the exception of the Junghans Max Bill Chronoscope (which was showing while you were describing Polywatch) due to the extra applied anti-scratch treatment. Just wanna make sure that new collectors who get a Max Bill are not accidentally misled into believing that Polywatch can be used on the acrylic version.
Great content as always, and looking forward to more videos. Cheers
Citizen Garrison/Chandler (green fabric strap) is my favourite watch. I challenge any watch to suffer how my Garrison did & survive. The watch was lost during a home re-hab project. Eventually gave up searching, moved on, bought a new Citizen eco-drive. After 1 year, to the week, raking around the garage, I found my missing watch! In a dirt pile for 12 months of rain and Wisconsin snow. I was so happy. Cleaned with a rag. Left in the sun for a day. Wearing it now, works perfect.
One of your GREATEST vids EVER Teddy. I've been a subscriber for about 2 years, and this is the first comment I've ever posted as far as I recall. Keep the exemplary job going
This is the video to share . People always ask me questions about watches just because I am into the hobby,but I am no expert . Just a very humble collector,trying to rebuilt my collection sold due to quarentine effects over the economy. Consider writing a book,Teddy. Congratulations for this masterclass.
Great video and very well communicated Teddy. Love your pace and patience in explaining things.
Great video, very informative. I just got into watches in 2020 with my first watch, the Breitling Avenger, and was shocked to realize that all watches didn't have batteries, that mechanicals were not as accurate as quartz, etc. Now I've come to prefer mechanicals, their engineering, artistry, their beauty and character, is something quartz watches, and smart watches especially, will never compare with. And I love my Apple Watch for it's practicality.
Didn’t realize you were an AD, congrats. Will definitely support and look your way when interested in those brands.
You definitely know your stuff! I’ve been a watch enthusiast since the early 80’s. You’r presentation and knowledge has definitely made a fan out of me. Good job!
What a great video for the novice as well as the seasoned watch collector. Thank you, Teddy! Love your content. 😊
I am just getting into watches myself, and had no idea how to even start looking for a decent watch. Thanks to this, I was able to find the perfect first watch. The Orient bambino or the orient star classic. Absolutely beautiful timepieces for the price. 👌🏼
Great video. I like that you make a point of the importance of lug to lug size, which I personally also think is very crucial to how a watch will wear.
Never seen a video with such a clarity. Great Job. Absolutely loved it.👍
Thank you so much for this primer as well as for the other 2 videos you mentioned; as someone who is transitioning from a passive enjoyer to an active hobbyist this was a much needed resource!
Even though I already know everything mentionned i this video, it was still a pleasure to watch it until the end.
Great content as usual Teddy ! 👏
@Teddy Baldassarre Thanks a million Teddy!!! Really wanted such a video😘 I Love watches. Amazing to have all the info compiled all together! And as always Amazing to have you back buddy👍
Happy to help Rohan. I have touched on all these subjects in different videos to some degree but I think one master video is the way to go. Thanks for watching 🙌🏻
Great Video Teddy! Very well explained and to the points, short and clear. Great job!
Thanks, professor. Great info. I love your enthusiasm for the subject. The video didn't seem long at all. You paced it well.
I recommend laying an open plastic bag on the table and unfastening the spring bar in that; if the bar goes flying when it is popped out, the bag will catch it and you won't have to spend an hour searching for the thing in your carpet.
Was quite literally thinking I needed a video like this today! Great video that I will return to in the future
Awesome vid Teddy I really appreciate the breakdown. Well done I took notes as if I were in class. Thanks again!!
Thank you so much for all the videos Teddy, they are really informative, and you are very nice and genuine. Learning so much from you!
Great helpful video Teddy, always top shelf videos from you. A real class act. Thanks so much for the free education via your hard work. I've learned much. I appreciate it.
Thanks for watching, Michael! Happy to do it 🙌🏻
I am just getting into the hobby of watches. This was a very good video. Very informative Thank you
This was incredible! Thank you for sharing your knowledge!!
Thanks for the summary, I really find it useful as a beginner in the world of watches. Quality editing as well and really informative to me!
Cheers ✌️
No worries on the length Teddy, the info as always is welcome and spot on. Started collecting two years ago. Any suggestions on literature to learn more about how to collect and history of horology would be great. Looking forward to the next video.
Teddy this is a masterpiece. I'm def keeping this in my back pocket for whoever expresses interest in watches haha
I had to pause the video just in order to come here to congratulate you on the quality of your video production. Your close up shots really show how beautifully intricate watches can be, and give an impression of the pure craftsmanship that goes into them.
Very informative, definitely learned a lot even though I thought I knew a lot, and one of the few videos that I actually watched til the end.
I’ve been watching luxury watches reviews for few months now, but this, is one of the best and most informative video out there. Thanks a lot.
Great video, Teddy. I definitely learned some new things especially about water resistance. Looking forward to your video on the grey market dealers.
Absolutely loved the video Teddy! Have a nice weekend!
No need to apologize for anything, goodness, you have 39k likes at this point! It was concise enough for everyone and very informative. We appreciate your work in this as our advisor! I am lucky enough to find this in my first month of a deep dive into this new obsession of watch collecting.
You got me into my first automatic watch. Thanks Teddy!
Same for me! Thanks, Teddy!
46 seconds ago. Well then.
Have a good weekend Teddy/viewers.
Have a nice weekend buddy!
Great video Teddy. I AM just getting into watches & there is a load of great information here. Very helpful. Don't apologize for the video being to long, ive watched it three times already. Great stuff👍
Great job, very thorough and thoughtful production! Thank your for sharing your knowledge 👌🏾
This video is fantastic - I would've loved this when I first got into watches.
Where does BALL watches fall in ... Category wise?
Fantastic lesson which explains everything about watches. How they work etc. Personally, l am a big fan of quartz watches because of accuracy and timekeeping. But it is my point of view and l respect others.
Great video, very well structured and concise!
too helpful...thank you for sharing the knowledge with us
It wouldve been nice to go through the different types of watches aswell, eg. Divers, Military, Dress, etc
Chronometers, seamasters, yaghting flier etc. But this stuits a diffsrent video
On the subject of water resistance, the "dynamic pressure when moving" is really considered an urban myth, the pressure variations will hardly ever exceed 10% of dynamic pressure, if at all.
The consideration is rather about safety factor and service life.
If the watch is tested for 3 bar, it's dipped in water, pressurized and taken out (one sample per batch, or even just per model), then they check if any noticeable amount of water has gotten in. But some water will get in, because no seal can ever be perfect. Now if that remains just a little water, no big deal. But take your 3 bar watch swimming in agressive salt water multiple times and the next service, you're in for a nasty surprise.
And then there's safety factor. This is basically engineer speak for "the number of zeroes you slap on to be sure". Would you for example, if you weighed 70kg, get into a lift tested for 71kg? (Rest assured every lift can take at least 4 times the weight it says inside.) Same thing with a watch; remember a diver's watch used to be the only thing keeping you from running out of air.
As a rule of thumb, the product rule gives you a fair indication of what you can do to your watch. Say a 200m ISO-6425 rated diver is tested at 250m equivalent pressure (125% as by the standard) for 2 hours. As a rule of thumb, the product of those two, in this case 2500mh should not be exceeded in between two full services. So if for example you dive recreationally down to 25m, you can take about 40 30-minute dives before you should replace all relevant gaskets (that's roughly my diving schedule over 5 years btw).
That’s true I mean I don’t think it’s close but I’ve been wearing a cheap timex expedition and it says water resistant to 30m, I’ve gone swimming with it tons of times I have worn it all the time and it’s been perfect. I honestly think they will all be fine for swimming if it’s more then 30m.
“But some water will get in, because no seal can ever be perfect.“ Sorry but this is simply not true. If it were every car you ever owned from would start leaking oil from the main seals from day one and soon would start leaving oil stains on your garage floor. The truth is a well-designed properly maintained seal will keep a seal for years, only needing replacement during major maintenance or a complete overhaul. Same thing is true for watches. If the seals leaked a little bit, there would be mist on the inside of your crystal when you came out of the water. If you see mist on the inside of your crystal you should take the watch in and get it dried out inside pronto. Even a little bit of water will destroy your movement In time. There is no tolerable amount of moisture inside a watch.
So many errors in one post, you really like to pontificate about things you don't understand. There has never been a time when a diver watch was "the only thing keeping your from running out of air." Even the first compressed air cylinders had a reserve valve. A watch is to keep track of your bottom time for decompression. "no seal can ever be perfect" Total BS I have gas cylinders that have held 3000psi inside for years. I have 50 year old compressors with tanks and valves that still hold pressure. In industrial environments, many seals have to be perfect. Try again.
This was awesome, even for an experienced person. Thank you and keep up the great work.
Thank You Very Much Mr.Baldassarre,It Has Been Very Useful
Very informative, I know nothing about watches but just bought a Tissot Seastar 1000 and love it, though wasn't thinking about any of the points mentioned here when I bought it, I just liked how it looked. 😁
A suggestion for the next video perhaps....
A difference between pre-owned watches and vintage watches. And can we call the vintage watches are actually new watches or not.
Thank you for this information.. be well Mr. Teddy
I appreciate your choice of brand selection on your site. For real watch enthusiast!
This is a great introductory video Teddy. Thanks.
Another vid with another lovely cup of coffee to drink with .. thank you 🌹🌹
Drinking mine as well! Thanks for watching!
Big fan Teddy!!! Love the way you explain and break down "Watch 101" and Horology. Vote for Teddy all day.
Great video. You made it very simple to understand. Thanks!
If you are worried about scratching the face of your watch you could probably go to any shop that sells paint protection film and have them cut a custom piece and install it on the watch face. You wont be able to tell its there after a few days and the scratches will heal themselves. If the face it already scratched, some paint protection film brands do a very good job of covering up the scratches.
In addition to the sizes that need to be taken into account when choosing a watch, there is another important parameter - weight. For example, watches made of titanium and steel differ significantly in weight with the same dimensions. And this has a very significant effect on the comfort of wearing. Someone likes it heavier, someone easier, and even depending on the type of watch (diver, everyday, ...), but you can't ignore it!
I absolutely love your video thank you so much for giving your knowledge to the world !!
Some really good points here for people starting to collect, or starting to expand their interest in the hobby!
Very interesting video! Thank you!
Thankfully in my case watches were an easy choice. A Seiko Premier for dress wear and a Casio g-shock gw-5610 for everyday wear.
I'd like a video on servicing and the cost of running different watches.
Thank you for this video, recently discovered your channel and I’m loving it! Learned a lot with your videos!
Wow, this video is wonderful. I love watches, own many, like to work on them. But still love to see well made, comprehensive videos like this on the things I like. And your refined, gentle tone is a great plus. Well done, Bravo! Cheers from Italy! :)
I admire mechanical watches for their ingenuity, but I do love good quartz watches. As an electrical engineer, I can only recognize that they are much better as timekeeping devices, and much more convenient to own.
I agree with you. I have had an active interest in all watches for several decades. Currently, I am enjoying buying and wearing quartz Casio models with an analog face and a secondary digital readout. I have Casio (and Citizen) models powered by light and by 10 year batteries. These watches are very accurate and I think attractive. Teddy does not mention the Casio brand. The watch industry in general is very interesting to include the marketing. The luxury watch business is larger in Europe than in the USA.
Totally agree. As fascinating as mechanical watches are I gotta admit when you go back to what a watch is intended to do, keep time, a quartz movement does this more accurately.
@@jonasjung256 And Mobile phones are even more accurate than quartz watches. but thats doesn’t mean mobiles can replace watches similarly mechanicals are pieces of art and can’t be compared .
My word of advice is to “handle” a watch before you buy it. Sounds simple but so true. I wanted a submariner so bad until I handled it. Saved me a ton of money...a ton.
Hell, buy a used $10 watch first to see if you can even stand to have something on your arm all day. Please don't burn money on a Rolex.
this is a great resource. thank you for putting in the time
The most ,,direct on the point ,, with all stuff to understand how the watches work ,great video a teddy !
Teddy I was exhausted at the end. Relax most of us aren't in a rush. We have time we aren't running anywhere. Very good video.
you introduced me to the best watch ever the ORIENT MAKO USA II, I bought it because of you, I would like you to make a full video about that watch. ive bought many other watches since then but that's the best watch I've spent money on
Same!
Now i'm looking for orient maestro blue-green dial after watching the review 😁
Very well put together video. This has me pausing a bit to investigate more the mechanical watch ownership and servicing costs.
Awesome video ❤ I definitely was looking to learn 🎉
My feelings are hurt by the fact that he didn’t mention Casio/G-Shock with the watch brands. Casio is the true gateway watch brand in my opinion.
For me it was timex
I have a 7 1/2 inch wrist but I prefer small watches around 28-32mm in size. I often have to buy watches described as 'ladies watches' in order to get this size. The main problem I have is finding bands that are long enough on small watches. It's surprising how many manufacturers will not supply extra links.
Perfect timing. I’m new to watches myself.
I wouldn't mind seeing a deep dive /demo on how to ahop for extra bands and how to swap them out and how to clean the watch yourself. Basically things that help you get the most out of your watch.
Rs 500
Another good tip: If you're buying vintage watches to wear; always check the size first because some vintage men's watches are small enough to be considered girls watch nowadays. If you like smaller watches or are French it's not too big of a deal though...
Who cares if it’s a “girls” watch. It’s a watch
Just VERY VERY helpful and thanks for uploading such a patient, detailed video.
Excellent vid. Will revisit and have followed. The man talks sense.
Some most important things to know:
1. Save money by buying pre-owned rather than new
2. Getting box + papers will usually guarantee you a better resale value should you eventually decide to flip (you'll still take a hit with the majority of watches, though certain stainless steel Rolex models typically hold their value reasonably well)
3. Be prepared to pay the servicing costs every 5 - 10 years. If not, consider quartz models.
4. Do NOT consider watches to be a sound financial investment. With a few notable exceptions ( stainless steel Pateks and certain Rolex models come to mind), if you're looking for a decent return on your financial outlay, there are other less risky alternatives
Even _IF_ a Rolex or Patek has a "guaranteed" return on your "investment," after servicing costs, potential insurance costs and inflation, you make almost nothing. Truly a horrible investment for everything besides wild outliers.
If it's verified as authentic and you have matching paperwork that is all you need. Boxes don't mean shit, you can just purchase one
Thanks Teddy, I found this video helpful and the fact that you disclosed your wrist size also helps me in determining what case diameter to select. Does the Tissot Gentleman Powermatic 80 fit well on your wrist?
I found this video very interesting and educational. Points that I already knew are summarized, dark points are clarified and new and unknown information is added. Time spent on video is precious in every second.