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  • In today's episode of my new series Gentry In A Jiffy (GIAJ), I answer a series of frequently asked questions. How does a student start a collection on a limited budget? What watches should they look at? What are the best go-to brands from $50 to $500 and beyond?
    For me, history, horological achievements, design, and quality all matter greatly, so with this in mind, I talk briefly about the 10 best brands on the market today and why they are worth checking out. Don't forget to add your suggestions and questions for future episodes in the comments below!
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  • @milindchaturvedi4762
    @milindchaturvedi4762 Před 5 lety +2579

    "You can spot the Hamilton from a mile away" damn, poor ww2 soldiers

    • @Neellayshah
      @Neellayshah Před 5 lety +13

      Milind Is the Best 😂

    • @person7584
      @person7584 Před 4 lety +6

      Milind Is the Best it took me a second to think what that ment😂

    • @Dropz_RSA
      @Dropz_RSA Před 4 lety +2

      😅😂😂😂😂

    • @davidthomas4394
      @davidthomas4394 Před 4 lety +1

      @@Neellayshah I dont get it

    • @Neellayshah
      @Neellayshah Před 4 lety +26

      David Thomas The fact that you can spot a Hamilton from miles away, made it difficult for the soldiers difficult to hide. Hypothetical statement but quite funny.

  • @zapper28
    @zapper28 Před 4 lety +471

    Timeline:
    2:09 Orient (JP)
    3:12 Citizen (JP)
    4:16 Hamilton (US)
    6:01 Seiko (JP)
    7:17 Tissot (CH)
    8:27 Timex (US)
    9:40 Casio (JP)
    10:45 Swatch (CH)
    12:12 Victorinox (CH)
    13:23 Bulova (US)

  • @idkijs435
    @idkijs435 Před 5 lety +1680

    He has a British accent. I trust his judgement

    • @SkippyTheRedKangaroo
      @SkippyTheRedKangaroo Před 4 lety +18

      Sounds South African to me?

    • @okihaveaname
      @okihaveaname Před 4 lety +18

      @@SkippyTheRedKangaroo definitely sounds south african.

    • @alexandergregory6310
      @alexandergregory6310 Před 4 lety +13

      By British i take it you mean English and no he isn't 100% English there's something else in his accent, maybe a bit of South African.

    • @needfoolthings
      @needfoolthings Před 4 lety +8

      Looks polish to me...

    • @sbs1760
      @sbs1760 Před 4 lety +36

      I always assumed he was Pakistani

  • @D0nt_Tread_On_Me
    @D0nt_Tread_On_Me Před 5 lety +2291

    10 best turtle necks for a student or teenager on a budget

    • @maurice22ravel
      @maurice22ravel Před 5 lety +50

      Students should save up for watches, so they will price match their turtle necks at Walmart. 🤫🤑

    • @victorcruz3839
      @victorcruz3839 Před 4 lety

      John Acheson 😂😂😂😂

    • @bruhdabones
      @bruhdabones Před 4 lety

      John Acheson Steve Jobs be like

    • @CommandoMaster
      @CommandoMaster Před 4 lety +7

      Buy a turtle then a Rolex.

    • @uuuultra
      @uuuultra Před 4 lety +2

      Chocker

  • @DR-86
    @DR-86 Před 5 lety +1214

    I started my collection with a Patek Nautilus after i robbed my local post office.
    Just kidding,Seiko is life when you start collecting.

    • @WINDINGCROWNS
      @WINDINGCROWNS Před 5 lety +7

      @Nero Kasso , haha. I like what you did there. Don’t know if anyone else got it but I thought it was funny.

    • @jtec99
      @jtec99 Před 5 lety +26

      Old ladies are easier to knock over. I'd start there before you hit the Post mate.

    • @Mr.M1STER
      @Mr.M1STER Před 5 lety +4

      Citizen have much more accurate watches at the entry level.

    • @hugedickerinokripperino5299
      @hugedickerinokripperino5299 Před 5 lety

      I started with pulsar, but my first somewhat legit watch is dan henry 1964. Im gonna try to get the presage over the summer.

    • @benjaminbarrera214
      @benjaminbarrera214 Před 5 lety +5

      My first decent watch was an Omega I found in an antique shop for $30. I thought it was a cool-looking 60s watch but it turned out to be a 40s bumper automatic. This was in the 80s when people still thought digital watches were a pretty neat idea.

  • @shelleyinthecity
    @shelleyinthecity Před 5 lety +1058

    Just don't by a Daniel Wellington, MVMT, Vincero, The Fifth, or Nordgreen and you are off to a good start as a high school student.

    • @johnsmith-gs4qf
      @johnsmith-gs4qf Před 5 lety +153

      Bulova, Timex, and Casio make cheaper watches with much higher quality than those crap "fashion-watch" brands!

    • @reimaxiusco4373
      @reimaxiusco4373 Před 5 lety +41

      @@johnsmith-gs4qf that isn't cheap, but affordable.

    • @RigoOXx
      @RigoOXx Před 5 lety +10

      I am 16 and Irecently bought a Ted Baker TE50372002. I know this is not a watch brand, but I saw it in a department store, I loved the design and it was just 35 bucks. It didn't looked bad quality so I just bought it, even if I was no sure about the brand. I was doing some research, but I couldn't find anything, so I'm a little bit worried about the quality . What do you think?

    • @devonduncan8593
      @devonduncan8593 Před 5 lety +103

      @@RigoOXx It's just a watch and you're young. Enjoy the watch for as long as you can as long as it makes you happy, that is all the matters. Then, when you make your next watch purchase, do a bit of research and find a watch that not only looks good but is reliable with a great movement.

    • @antonioblock2582
      @antonioblock2582 Před 4 lety +6

      john smith you forgot about invicta

  • @nationalprussialism4880
    @nationalprussialism4880 Před 5 lety +847

    I’m an adult on a limited budget

    • @nicoraba
      @nicoraba Před 5 lety +39

      I'm with you. Orient is the main answer

    • @t0rk_
      @t0rk_ Před 4 lety +9

      Seiko

    • @monkeyman8265
      @monkeyman8265 Před 4 lety +19

      Yeah tell me about it Seiko is high end to me.

    • @tubewoodycool
      @tubewoodycool Před 4 lety +11

      You can be an adult and a student

    • @Keepo777
      @Keepo777 Před 4 lety +3

      Seiko

  • @chaddrake9241
    @chaddrake9241 Před 3 lety +80

    My Son graduated High school 5 years. ago. I researched watches, including this channel, with the simple goal of wanting to give him a gift that would be respectable. At the time I could buy a Seiko monster 2nd gen for $199. I got one for him. I got one for me... because, no more child support.... i told him if he wanted to go to school call me, I will pay you but not your mom. That was another story. Anyway, This got both of us hooked on watches. Those watches have skyrocked in value. but the cool part is the simple fact that neither of us will ever sell because of the more emotional value that lies beneath. I feel really good as a parent giving my children an item they don't want to sell, but if they had to, the would be taken care of. That is important to me.

  • @ketanrajansingh665
    @ketanrajansingh665 Před 5 lety +286

    I am from India and have just started my collection with Casio f-91w hoping to be able to buy a Seiko someday Good day

    • @cornlourd
      @cornlourd Před 5 lety +13

      Great watch! I own a few Seikos as well but find myself going back to my trusty F-91. Truly an iconic piece!

    • @bm.r.4427
      @bm.r.4427 Před 5 lety +6

      I own a F91w from the year 2000. I was in hight scool. I wear It in university and during my military service. And now i wear it when i go to the job. It still work amazingly well.

    • @adityyuh
      @adityyuh Před 4 lety +8

      My f91w is now more than 3 years old! But I can't wear it for now, because the strap broke and I can't find one that looks good with it. From India too btw!

    • @uuuultra
      @uuuultra Před 4 lety +1

      The band on the f-91 was too small for me

    • @imwastedhere
      @imwastedhere Před 4 lety +1

      @@uuuultra same here but I just made a strap for mine the strap was leather

  • @rageshgr
    @rageshgr Před 5 lety +62

    Great video! A breath of fresh air compared to videos which call 2000$ as entry level

  • @jimbeam4140
    @jimbeam4140 Před 5 lety +256

    Urban Gentry says Citizen is better than Seiko for entry level watches. File that one away folks.That's gold.

    • @k1ortia
      @k1ortia Před 3 lety +9

      Fact..iv got two skx 007,s.. the promaster is better made. Fact

    • @destituteanddecadent9106
      @destituteanddecadent9106 Před 3 lety

      By entry level did he mean USD 50-100?

    • @Sarrill
      @Sarrill Před 3 lety +2

      I far prefer Seikos to Citizen personally.

    • @poisonmoonlight7195
      @poisonmoonlight7195 Před 3 lety

      I wear one of my Citizens 2 or 3 days a week - usually my Divers...even if I'm just using the bezel to time when my frozen pizza is done.

    • @jimmski9908
      @jimmski9908 Před 2 lety

      Just bought a Promaster Diver in titanium, really clean, classic diver style with an Eco Drive movement

  • @dndjxnskdbajd4561
    @dndjxnskdbajd4561 Před 5 lety +10

    Just managed to purchase my first Tag! I've been restoring and reselling watches during college for a while now and it's great to be part of such a brilliant community. The watch is an auto 1996/2000 Limited Edition Monaco in case anyone's wondering.

  • @aramkrikorian9460
    @aramkrikorian9460 Před 5 lety +35

    It's heartwarming to see so many young people interested in watches. Horology is like wandering into a building and you keep discovering new things with every door you open.

  • @mmp11472
    @mmp11472 Před 5 lety +341

    Only TGV considers 15.5 minutes a jiffy. Great content though.

  • @charlesflint9048
    @charlesflint9048 Před 5 lety +121

    When I was schoolboy in 1969, on a school trip to Switzerland, I spent my entire spending money on a Tissot Seastar with a smokey metallic dark blue dial.

    • @VintageVantage79
      @VintageVantage79 Před 4 lety +2

      Awesome! I have a SeaStar from the 70s... fantastic little watch. Good taste, for a youngster!

    • @mike8631
      @mike8631 Před 3 lety +6

      Do you still have it Charles?

    • @charlesflint9048
      @charlesflint9048 Před 3 lety +5

      @@mike8631 Hi, I wish I did still have it.

  • @joshfitton461
    @joshfitton461 Před 5 lety +7

    Great video!! Currently in my first year of University; I received a Tissot Seastar 1000 for my 18th, however, I get as much joy out of wearing my Casio F91w as I do my Seastar! One of the many great things about owning a more 'budget' watch!

  • @watchiologist8918
    @watchiologist8918 Před 5 lety +86

    Im into watches for 2 years now and I built a nice collection. Now I’m 17 years old and a G-Shock was my first watch. YOU really inspired me a lot and I’m a fan of your channel since then.♥️

    • @Milofchg
      @Milofchg Před 5 lety +8

      You're a young man. My advice don't get into the cheap or low end "entry" watch trap. It's better to have one (Rolex, Grand Seiko, Nomos, Omega, JLC, any higher end Swiss...in due time) than to have a bunch of TAG's, Squale, Christopher Ward, Seiko, or unknown $300 - $1500 brands. They won't last and will not hold value. This mistake and trap becomes apparent when you take a "affordable" watch for service. For example : Squale = $300... cost to service $250 - $350! More than what the watch is worth. If you want something that will last, and get a great bang per buck. Go for pre-owned watches like Speedmaster, Seamaster Omega, Breitling, vintage Date Just, Explorer I pre-owed Rolex, Pre-owned Panerai Luminor. All between $2000 - $5000 tops, full kit and mint. You will thank me and be glad once you get one. No rush, just enjoy your first watch collection, keep it, take care of your beginner watches, and work/save for that luxury grail. Once you're well and ready for one.

    • @Zeratsu
      @Zeratsu Před 5 lety +8

      @@Milofchg and to buy a vintage watch for 2000-5000$ you should be experienced like an expert to avoid any Frankenstein watches, and there would be a lot of risks rather than buying some of the new Seiko 200$ for example, and it would be a lot cheap to maintain it rather than vintage one, and i believe vintage one would be needed to be maintained more frequently than a new one. You talk from your own "belltower", no one would thank you for that.

    • @watchiologist8918
      @watchiologist8918 Před 5 lety +2

      M Riley yes you’re right. I know that. Seiko is one of my favorite brands. I love it, not only because it offers big value for low money but also because of the extremely rich history of it. I would never consider investing in microbrands an also never do impulse buys. But thank you tho👍🏼

    • @watchiologist8918
      @watchiologist8918 Před 5 lety

      john m very true! I have the seiko Pre-Sarb which is the SCVS003 and Damn it’s a rare piece and very looked after.

    • @jabeju4392
      @jabeju4392 Před 5 lety +3

      @@Milofchg true I can just recommend nomos I wore one from my uncle and now Im sacing for one allready got 700 from the 1400 and Im currently 15 btw

  • @rhettbutler710
    @rhettbutler710 Před 5 lety +3

    I love the way you give care and appreciate many watch brands others just infinite because they aren’t high end or popular!

  • @lemonblazer123
    @lemonblazer123 Před 5 lety +4

    The Seiko SNK809 was the first watch I bought myself when I got my first job. I got it for 75 bucks, and I still wear it to this day. Great video, as always!

  • @juanmedina4516
    @juanmedina4516 Před 5 lety +1

    I've recently started getting into watches and enjoy your videos. I'm also a high school student who will be graduating this year, so as a graduation gift my parents bought me a watch of my choice. After watching several of your videos to help me decide which piece I wanted, I finally chose the Seiko Sarb033 as my first automatic watch. It is an amazing watch and hopefully after saving up some more I can purchase a second piece from the options you showed today. Keep up the great work!

  • @DK-xo3ew
    @DK-xo3ew Před 5 lety +168

    Just received an SKX009 for my 21st birthday...absolutely besotted with it!

    • @TheWayofGrace89
      @TheWayofGrace89 Před 5 lety +5

      Darren Kennedy Many congratulations. It’s a sweet watch, regardless of price.

    • @theurbangentry
      @theurbangentry  Před 5 lety +26

      So happy to hear that.
      May it bring you luck, adventures and more happiness!
      Thank you Darren,
      Best regards,
      TGV

    • @RogerWilcoSnr
      @RogerWilcoSnr Před 5 lety +3

      Fantastic watch! I have an SKX009 in my collection. Love it!

    • @FuDgySHaNkZx
      @FuDgySHaNkZx Před 5 lety +1

      I’m actually same age and have a few watches now! A lot of brands mentioned in this. I recently got myself a Bulova (the Bulova devil diver 98C131) But so far in my collection from past 6 months I got a Rotary Aquaspeed (Swiss made Orange strap automatic), Citizen pro-master (BN0100-51E) Victorinox (241765) Now I’m looking for my next watch, what would you guys recommend?

    • @FuDgySHaNkZx
      @FuDgySHaNkZx Před 5 lety +1

      Mike D Looking for automatic watch upto £500 everyday wear watch preferably really and I typically go for metal strap but don’t mind a leather strap

  • @waldenswonderfulworldofwat3129

    Great video! I’m 14 and I have learned so much about the world of horology from you. I bought a Hamilton Khaki King after seeing your review and I love it! Thank you for what you do!

  • @diegoespana225
    @diegoespana225 Před 5 lety +8

    I own a Casio a158w, a Seiko snk809 and a Victorinox Chronoclassic (this was my first of the three), each very different from the other, and I love and enjoy all of them. Great video as always. Saludos desde Guatemala.

  • @E90_Alpine_White
    @E90_Alpine_White Před 5 lety +12

    Starting my collection as a college student with a Seiko 5 SNK793 👍👍

  • @fazejayzz6658
    @fazejayzz6658 Před 5 lety +5

    I just finished high school on a low budget but I recently bought a vintage omega Seamaster automatic “big square “ for $380. I love watches and history behind them my first Swiss watch I bought

  • @kjubajla
    @kjubajla Před 5 lety +392

    Definitely gshock.. it doesn't cost a lot and will survive ale the "adventure"

    • @MegaSzym0n
      @MegaSzym0n Před 5 lety +4

      definitely, g shocks never die (well the battery might eventually if it's not solar but still) czcams.com/video/vV7xfE8C_kk/video.html

    • @archiesampson7755
      @archiesampson7755 Před 5 lety +1

      Just thoughts really just depends if your bring back a traffic cone and a lady you don't know waking up in ya bed

    • @Mr.M1STER
      @Mr.M1STER Před 5 lety +18

      "Ale the adventure" does this mean pirates wear g shocks?

    • @JoelManers
      @JoelManers Před 5 lety +6

      To me, it’s the ultimate entry level watch.

    • @Zeratsu
      @Zeratsu Před 5 lety +4

      czcams.com/video/rKC9RYG4eFg/video.html destroing the Mudmaster at home, putting it in dryer (centrifuge), shooting and etc

  • @hypersynesthesia
    @hypersynesthesia Před 3 lety +5

    I’ve just started out on watch collecting, and my first three watches were Citizens (the pictured Nighthawk and the rose gold perpetual calendar) and a beautiful gold and blue Bulova Marine Star. Now getting curious about vintage Soviet brands and exploring what else is out there at my price point but I feel like I’ll always like Citizen and Bulova. Love the history and the attention to detail. They feel beautiful to wear.

  • @pmraul2921
    @pmraul2921 Před 3 lety

    I love the variety you provide in your lists. Thank you.

  • @DraGSLight
    @DraGSLight Před 5 lety +14

    I actually started my collection with a Timex and an Orient Bambino thx to you, and it's great !

    • @theurbangentry
      @theurbangentry  Před 5 lety +2

      I love it, I was so late to them in my watch collecting journey, you started strong, enjoy!
      Thank you my friend,
      Best regards,
      TGV

  • @AFCAWorldBodybuildingArchive

    In this very moment I am modding my Seiko SKX006 that I got today. And I love every single bit of it 😍🙏

  • @georgeos2828
    @georgeos2828 Před 5 lety +7

    I’m 14 and love horology, this is great as you don’t see many videos for watches on a budget!

  • @jeffmoore3804
    @jeffmoore3804 Před 4 lety +1

    This is an outstanding post. He doesn’t piss on lesser watches and he really gives a wonderful explanation on the history and background of each of these watches. Really well done

  • @ianbutler1983
    @ianbutler1983 Před 5 lety +65

    I just bought an cheap Timex and am mightily impressed by the Indigo feature.

    • @fletchoid
      @fletchoid Před 4 lety +8

      My $50 Expedition still holds an important place in my watch rotation. And when it gets dark, Indiglo to the rescue. Lume is nice, but Indiglo rules.

    • @kitrose1001
      @kitrose1001 Před 4 lety +2

      My dad gave me his before i went camping for a week end. I fell in love with it how simple it is and the glow. Unfortunatly it just eats batteries now so ill have to take it somewhere for a service, but still out of all the watches ive seen and used its my faverout.

    • @DK-jd8bj
      @DK-jd8bj Před 3 lety +5

      The main downside to Timex is they're really noisy.

  • @deke.0139
    @deke.0139 Před 5 lety +186

    Hello my friend, and hope you are well!
    Had a young man stop me yesterday and asked about my Submariner...said it was his long-term grail -
    Assured him he would get there and then complimented his Seiko turtle, which I could tell made his day -
    Just goes to show that we are all on the journey, and everyone had an origin point in our shared hobby -
    Thanks for everything you do for our community - be well sir --

  • @mattreid8768
    @mattreid8768 Před 5 lety +1

    I'm a collector and really enjoyed that you included Orient and Swatch brands to include in a collection. Keep up the good work.

  • @Nerdslayer0
    @Nerdslayer0 Před 5 lety +33

    I'm surprised vostok wasnt on his list. It was one of my personal favs when i started my collection

  • @paolowarszawa776
    @paolowarszawa776 Před 5 lety +38

    I got 7 watches in 3 months and it's your fault:((( 4 Seiko, Hamilton, Glycine and Tissot...and counting. Ciao sei il numero 1!!!

  • @boostaholic7116
    @boostaholic7116 Před 5 lety +4

    I'm so pleased with my tissot seastar I'm glad you included it TGV thanks 👍

  • @80saddict79
    @80saddict79 Před 5 lety +2

    As someone who recently bought a Maverick Black Edition, you mentioning Victorinox made my day.

  • @Towboatin
    @Towboatin Před 5 lety +19

    Great suggestions even for someone in their mid-thirties with disposable income. Everything on this list is worthy of buying, wearing, and keeping around.
    I've always liked having a decent-looking analog wristwatch and have been wearing an Invicta pro diver (yeah, yeah, I know) for a few years. But I'm only just now starting to get interested in watches as a hobby.
    Great list. I will certainly be buying several of these.

  • @ianjr4131
    @ianjr4131 Před 5 lety +74

    I would only add Vostok for entry level, lower cost option. Glad Bulova made it on the list, that sweeping quartz hand 👌 Great video 👍

    • @sebasbecu
      @sebasbecu Před 2 lety

      I have 3 Vostok and none of them work any more . Still looking for a reliable place to send them for repair

    • @Fatmos0010
      @Fatmos0010 Před 2 lety +1

      @@sebasbecu what did you do to them 😂

    • @joseluismalagagranda4785
      @joseluismalagagranda4785 Před rokem

      Totally agree .

  • @julianzuloaga
    @julianzuloaga Před 5 lety +4

    Imma student and I rock a Timex weekender. I switch the straps for different outfits, so it's super versatile. Btw, I got the idea about straps from watching your videos TGV!! Thank you for helping me to develop my style and good taste :)

  • @everydaychris5597
    @everydaychris5597 Před 5 lety +1

    I’ve been collecting watches since I was 5, and your channel never ceases to amaze me with new and wonderful content for my education. Please consider a good review on the Bertucci watch brand; they’re simply an amazing affordable and quality timepiece.

  • @yeetymcyeet4760
    @yeetymcyeet4760 Před 4 lety

    I’m 17 and I just got my own Seiko 5 SNK793 which I’m modding myself. Guys like you on CZcams who are honest and really upfront are really inspiring to younger guys like myself who are new to the watch scene but you and other CZcamsrs like Ben Arthur quickly helped me get acquainted with watches enough to be comfortable enough to get and mod my own. Thanks mate

  • @tomrodgers7955
    @tomrodgers7955 Před 5 lety +10

    I’m 19 and the first watch to start my ever growing collection was a seiko alpinist, that watch is responsible for a slight addiction I have since amassed an Oris 65 diver and I’m already saving for a hesalite Omega moon watch for my 21st. Thank you for all your videos that have inspired me to collect and learn more, kind regards Thomas

    • @theurbangentry
      @theurbangentry  Před 5 lety +4

      Thank you Thomas, reading your comment fills me with hope for the future.
      Keep saving, loving your taste my friend. You are waaaaay ahead of me when I was 21! I love it.
      Best regards,
      TGV

    • @Channysupreme
      @Channysupreme Před 2 lety +1

      Hi Tom, I also just turned 21,which watch do you recommend? I work at a restaurant as a server.

  • @cedenoanthony45
    @cedenoanthony45 Před 4 lety +10

    I’m wearing the Orient Bambino sir! Bought one after watching your video on them! 😊

  • @jd4062
    @jd4062 Před 3 lety +33

    Vostok watches definitely should have been mentioned.

  • @paulb2683
    @paulb2683 Před 3 lety

    Your videos have motivated me to take my watch collection to another level! Feels good to now buy something that not only looks good but has history as well. By the way...your watch and turtleneck combo is spot on! Looking sharp !

  • @AMANB613
    @AMANB613 Před 5 lety +35

    Casio f91w on a nato strap, absolutely cracking watch especially for students. 😉 💯

    • @vojtasedlak4547
      @vojtasedlak4547 Před 5 lety +13

      AMAN the only time when a nato strap is more expensive than the watch

    • @AMANB613
      @AMANB613 Před 5 lety +1

      Haha so true.

    • @castleincorporated
      @castleincorporated Před 5 lety +1

      Gave one to my friend and he wears it every day. I'll have to buy him a strap for it! Great suggestion!

  • @ABCD-hb5yn
    @ABCD-hb5yn Před 5 lety +67

    I’ve just started collecting and I’ve started off with a seiko SKX013 and a seiko flightmaster sna411.

    • @FilipFje
      @FilipFje Před 5 lety +1

      We almost have the same watches, I have a SKX007, SNA411 and will soon buy a citizen eco drive super titanium watch (cant remember the exact number)

    • @derdummeasi
      @derdummeasi Před 5 lety +1

      I am looking for an skx013 right now ^^ hard to find unfortunately.

    • @JohnnyTrulove
      @JohnnyTrulove Před 5 lety

      The sna is an awesome watch. I put mine on a rubber strap with yellow stitching but the stock bracelet is pretty comfortable too.

    • @Zeratsu
      @Zeratsu Před 5 lety +1

      @@derdummeasi look on the ebay, jomashop or if you want to order directly from japan visit Zenmarket, i believe there a lowest prices for japanese brands.

    • @Zeratsu
      @Zeratsu Před 5 lety

      jesus christ, now i want that sna411, why i just googled it?

  • @holddline
    @holddline Před 3 lety

    The UG videos. Always insightful and never disappoint. Thanks you for the vid. Shows your love of watches.

  • @mudpieconspiracy
    @mudpieconspiracy Před 4 lety

    The Urban Gentry is THE best horology channel on CZcams. Whether you're a watch-snob, a seasoned collector, or a newbie, all types from the whole spectrum of horology is discussed here. Seiko has been part of my past having seen my Father wore 5's all the time. It was for me the ultimate everyman's automatic. Keep up the great work!

  • @harlingenman4638
    @harlingenman4638 Před 5 lety +49

    As a teenager i have a casio F-91w an skx007 and just ordered a seiko 5 diver today

    • @Bobbylim323
      @Bobbylim323 Před 5 lety +3

      Stonerboy the f91w is a solid watch man, it's the most popular watch in basic military and most only replace it for style reasons

    • @fluff5800
      @fluff5800 Před 5 lety

      Nice!

  • @MisterKnightly
    @MisterKnightly Před 5 lety +20

    Started with a little Hamilton Jazzmaster, now I'm looking at a Cartier Tank. What a journey.

  • @haakongrigga3967
    @haakongrigga3967 Před 3 lety

    Definetly subscribing! Very good videos and explanations for me as a teenage watch
    enthusiast. :)

  • @heydeenbuenfilgarcia6011

    I was watching this video while using my Bulova Curv and you brought a smile on my face when you recommend it. Most of my collection was stollen while I was away on holidays and when I found out I was so fourious that I bought the curv i had been checking out without thinking. Since then I´ve been trying to rebuild my watch collection and still the Curv is my favorite, even more than my Tag Heuer Formula 1. Bulova is one of my favorite watch brands

  • @craiganderson-jones4916
    @craiganderson-jones4916 Před 3 lety +3

    I bought a phoibos voyager. Honestly, I am really happy with the quality. Japanese mechanism, sapphire crystal, 300m water resistance...all for £200.

  • @ballisticarrow27
    @ballisticarrow27 Před 5 lety +7

    I started my collection about 2 years ago with a bambino.
    Today I have 2 bambinos, a modded mako 2, hamilton khaki auto, alpinist, spinnaker Cahill 38mm, and a accutron spaceview. Its not a problem i swear...

    • @reimaxiusco4373
      @reimaxiusco4373 Před 5 lety

      Great collection, take care about your wallet 😆

  • @jmelrz47
    @jmelrz47 Před 5 lety

    I just recently found this channel and love the information you share! I’ve always liked watches but just now trying to actually learn about them and the brands. I’m not a high school student but also don’t have a Rolex or Omega budget. My favorite watches in my collection that I think look really sleek are a ladies Victorinox Classic Chrono, Hamilton Jazzmaster, and for a sportier look - my Tissot T-Race. The GShock are also a favorite of mine. I’ve shelved my Apple Watch, which I love, for these more classic looks recently.

  • @0dyss3us51
    @0dyss3us51 Před 5 lety +2

    I love how Casio and Victorinox is so selfaware and in touch with their own DNA! Great vid and absolute legends mentioned!

  • @jamesparsons4097
    @jamesparsons4097 Před 5 lety +13

    I'm nearly 18 and over the last few years I've collected a few Longines and just got a vintage Zenith

  • @shadowninja911x
    @shadowninja911x Před 5 lety +6

    The new GA-2000 g shock is the best choice for 2019 highschoolers imo. If youre a few years out of high school try out a Hamilton khaki king

  • @MarcraM82
    @MarcraM82 Před 5 lety

    I absolutely love your videos. You are the reason i got into watches. Your passion shines through on every video you make. Thank you Sir!

  • @clm.menezes
    @clm.menezes Před 5 lety

    Dear TGV, since the end
    of 2018 I have been more and more interested for watches. Not just collecting them, but geting to know the history of brands, the technology involved, pros and cons, different design styles (dress watch, diver, field watch, aviator, etc).
    I discovered your channel 5 days ago and got immediately fascinated with the quantity and quality of the content here. Thanks for the time you spent researching, recording and editing these sensational videos.
    Best regards, a new friend from the south of Brazil.

  • @jaygenz46
    @jaygenz46 Před 5 lety +8

    Nice topic to create and I agree, GShock for sure!

  • @100WangWing
    @100WangWing Před 5 lety +45

    TGV I am not a student or a teenager and I'm still watching looking for ideas.

    • @bentzwerg8919
      @bentzwerg8919 Před 5 lety +2

      Maybe a invicta, they are pretty good in my perspective

  • @KeyboardWarrior3847
    @KeyboardWarrior3847 Před 4 lety +1

    I love this channel! I just recently got into watch collecting!!

  • @jonaschumacher3128
    @jonaschumacher3128 Před 3 lety

    Hello Urban Gentry, I'm a highschool student and just wanted to pass by to thank you. Because of you I got into watch collecting, round about have a year ago. I remember watching this video that inspired many of my purchases. Up to this day I picked up the Seiko skx009, G-shock Dw5600bb, Casio A168 and Orient Sun and Moon v3. Right now I'm considering buying the Orient Tristar with the blue dile :)
    Thank you for all your great videos.
    Kind regards Jona

  • @genc6348
    @genc6348 Před 5 lety +69

    I am both of these things. Thanks TGV, appreciated.
    I would strongly recommend the Orient Ray 2 an owner, myself.

    • @ewill3647
      @ewill3647 Před 5 lety +1

      I just started collecting watches with the Orient Ray II!

    • @eliashyde1564
      @eliashyde1564 Před 5 lety +1

      Had mine 2 years, still running fine

    • @audiotechnica4569
      @audiotechnica4569 Před 5 lety

      Every channels talking about the Ray I just gonna get me one just say I have one too lol

    • @kyle_vr
      @kyle_vr Před 4 lety

      Blue dial or Black?

    • @ZainxIqbal
      @ZainxIqbal Před 2 lety

      I've had my black Orient Ray II for almost 6 years now. Can confirm, it's an amazing watch.

  • @happygenki-san1940
    @happygenki-san1940 Před 5 lety +14

    This video is great because I want to expand my collection.(I am 16)

  • @itz_feley417
    @itz_feley417 Před 2 lety +1

    It‘s such a cool hobby to collect watches. I had my 20 birthday a few days ago and bought my first swiss made watch, the Tissot PRX Powermatic 80. Excellent beginner watch

  • @MadMaxx.1977
    @MadMaxx.1977 Před 3 lety

    I just stumbled onto your channel. Used to collect watches, had 32 at one point, but sold them when I moved overseas for work about a year ago. I only kept a couple of G-Shocks (MTG-B1000B-1AJF and GXW-56-1BJF) and my beloved Omega Seamaster. Your video stirred up a lot of fond memories. You've got a new subscriber. Cheers, mate!!

  • @BlackWipeout
    @BlackWipeout Před 5 lety +9

    You forgot Certina ;)
    You have made a great selection.

  • @imphillip9566
    @imphillip9566 Před 5 lety +5

    Tristano, today I watched you episode on JLC company tour and I have to say it was a great short documentary, I really urge you to do more Vlogs maybe showing some museums, art galleries, watch stores, etc... As always, regards from the Old Continent!!

    • @theurbangentry
      @theurbangentry  Před 5 lety +2

      Thank you my friend, I would love too. Hopefully one day I will have more time to do so.
      That video took weeks to make, but check out my travel videos.
      Best regards,
      TGV

    • @imphillip9566
      @imphillip9566 Před 5 lety

      @@theurbangentry👍

    • @kulasa007ify
      @kulasa007ify Před 4 lety

      sam sam 76ers 72 Yuri 665666648156375337

  • @Justin-ml8id
    @Justin-ml8id Před 3 lety

    I'm in senior year high school and started to get into watches since I received a beautiful Citizen chronograph from my dad. Just bought a Seiko 5 sports diver and loving it! Looking to get a casual field watch possibly Timex or Seiko 5 snk809 soon. Watch collecting is addictive and so much fun :D
    I find your channel very informative and inspiring as well, keep up the work!

  • @usmanriaz5310
    @usmanriaz5310 Před 5 lety

    Finally I have being waiting for this video in time, obviously awesome video as always

  • @haydens465
    @haydens465 Před 4 lety +4

    I know this video is a tad older, but I’m a 15 year old watch enthusiast. My dream watch is a Rolex Datejust with the 1 Carat diamond bezel And 2 carat diamond hour markers, black/purple gradient face. I don’t have a job. I’m in no position to get that watch anytime soon. I buy a lot of Invicta, (don’t hate, I genuinely like the brand) August Steiner (less known Swiss brand) and I like both of them. I get complemented a bit on them, and I feel confident and comfortable wearing them. These brands that were mentioned in the vids are ones I will be picking up when I can, but my biggest thing is that people get too worried ab what others think and say. If you like the watch, get it. Ok people hate hate hate invicta but I really do like the brand and quality. Buy a watch because you like it, not because you think others do

    • @AlexanderGeorge
      @AlexanderGeorge Před 4 lety +1

      Focus on your finances as soon as you get out of school. Save and invest money. Then later on you'll be able to afford it

  • @suitedandbooted363
    @suitedandbooted363 Před 5 lety +9

    I’ve been into them for around 4 years now and im building my collection. So far i have:
    Seiko SNZF17
    Seiko SKX 009
    Citizen Calendrier
    Citizen Military style
    G-Shock G9000
    And my most recent purchase was out of my work bonus money a Tag Heuer Formula 1 caz101k.
    My next purchase will be a Hamilton or a used Omega.
    Thanks for the great videos. Your channel is great.

  • @myheadisred73
    @myheadisred73 Před 4 lety

    What a great video. Exactly what I was looking for! Thanks!

  • @DiogoExMarques
    @DiogoExMarques Před 4 lety

    I started my collection a few years ago with the Casio Royale (mainly because I wanted something like the Seiko used in Metal Gear Solid V). Now, I'm looking into getting a Seiko 5 as my foray into Mechanical watches, all thanks to this channel!

  • @Ecksterphono
    @Ecksterphono Před 5 lety +4

    I Have the Khaki king 11 H-40 movement 80 hr power reserve. On full wind it actually goes for 86hrs.

  • @Zblass
    @Zblass Před 5 lety +5

    Hamilton, Steinhart, Seiko, Mercí, pre owned longines, vintage pieces of smaller case sizes, must de cartier.

  • @FullAhBeans
    @FullAhBeans Před 2 lety

    Very pleased to see Bulova make the list, first watch i ever bought and no one ever seems to recognise it when I mention it. Have a huge soft spot for it over the more recognisable names on this list.

  • @IdiotAlertO.O
    @IdiotAlertO.O Před 4 lety

    Saw some watches I instantly fell in love with. What a great video!

  • @FehadBilgramiChannel1
    @FehadBilgramiChannel1 Před 5 lety +10

    Victorinox will last as long as gshocks and look classier. Love both!

  • @16manuelgomez
    @16manuelgomez Před 5 lety +20

    My favorites from my collections is my Bulova Moon Watch and my 42mm khaki field

    • @diegovuillermoz5189
      @diegovuillermoz5189 Před 5 lety +1

      a friend of mine just bought the moonwatch. what a fantastic watch.

    • @willardhooton920
      @willardhooton920 Před 5 lety +1

      JiNxx sT Bulova Lunar Pilot is an awesome watch!

    • @johandebondt5749
      @johandebondt5749 Před 5 lety

      Mine too (but a champagne Khaki King here). How long is the battery life in your Moon Watch? Got mine only a month ago ;-)

    • @16manuelgomez
      @16manuelgomez Před 5 lety

      @@johandebondt5749 I've had my moon watch since early January, so far it's been good

    • @speedcanada1
      @speedcanada1 Před 3 lety

      @@johandebondt5749 Mine is over 3 years old and still working - but I haven't used the chrono much.

  • @alexc.3727
    @alexc.3727 Před 5 lety

    As a student, I've only recently started collecting watches and bought my first one just several months ago. And yes, it's Hamilton! Broadway Day Date Quartz on bracelet, slightly beyond $500 mark, but it’s gorgeous, I love this watch! After I came across The Urban Gentry, I immediately bought Casio DW5600E, which has become my gym watch, a true tank. I'm now considering a more classy automatic timepiece, and it'll most likely be Seiko, either SARB033 (again, TGV's recommendations work!) or SARX049.
    Thanks TGV for always useful videos!
    Cheers,
    Alex

  • @joukewijmenga421
    @joukewijmenga421 Před 5 lety

    I really got into watches a year ago thanks to your channel. I now own a timex fieldwatch, an orient bambino and a G-shock DW5600E. I love that I, as a student can also own some really nice watches for not that much money. I Am now looking for my first diver. You got me addicted!!

  • @MrBerndderboss
    @MrBerndderboss Před 5 lety +11

    Casio, Seiko, Orient, Citizen and Timex come to my mind. Now i watch the video and see how many i got.

  • @billyclaveria2131
    @billyclaveria2131 Před 5 lety +11

    3 - moto gp tissot
    3 - eco drive citizen
    3 - gshock casio
    1 - suunto vector
    1 - victorinox maverick
    1 - iron man timex
    3 - seiko 5
    My collection

  • @sjsjsjsjsbagahlwmdbxhamansksms

    I recently talked my dad out of his old speedmaster and I have been wearing it almost daily. I started my collection with a G- Shock 5600 and an vintage Stowa dress watch.

  • @pahogger
    @pahogger Před 5 lety

    Thus far I have a Hamilton, Seiko, Citizen and a Timex with more to come from your list. Thank you very much for this video, I appreciate your input. Watches, whether they be a wrist watch or a pocket watch are things of beauty to be cherished and appreciated on a daily basis. Thanks again!

  • @nmfl100
    @nmfl100 Před 5 lety +5

    The PRC 200 was my first swiss watch, still keep it as a quartz beater, it's great.

  • @adhirajsingh7729
    @adhirajsingh7729 Před 5 lety +63

    I am 17 years old and I just got a seiko skx009...btw love your videos

    • @mikerotch6068
      @mikerotch6068 Před 5 lety +7

      Im 23 and all I got was cancer

    • @nickkovalenko2891
      @nickkovalenko2891 Před 5 lety +1

      @@mikerotch6068 buy an SKX009 and you'll forget about the cancer.

    • @lumibrite
      @lumibrite Před 5 lety

      @@mikerotch6068 seriously or just. A joke?
      If seriously then sorry

    • @reimaxiusco4373
      @reimaxiusco4373 Před 5 lety

      @@mikerotch6068 buy a skx009 righ now won't kill you, but cancel would.

  • @mikaelvictoria4816
    @mikaelvictoria4816 Před 5 lety +2

    Thank you so much for this topic!!!

  • @Daltonian18
    @Daltonian18 Před 4 lety

    Could really see your love for watches, and not just expensive stuff like other snobby channels. Seeing you talk about and enjoy watches I can actually afford is amazing!

  • @FRGMNTD
    @FRGMNTD Před 5 lety +39

    Watching this in school. I’m going to use this video to buy myself a watch for my graduation next year.

    • @morgan97475
      @morgan97475 Před 5 lety +5

      Get back to your studies! You don't have time to watch this!

    • @FRGMNTD
      @FRGMNTD Před 5 lety +2

      Morgan Smiley oh don’t worry. The underclass men had EOC testing so the juniors and seniors had off periods.

    • @noobiewatcherz9938
      @noobiewatcherz9938 Před 4 lety +1

      Go buy yourself a Casio F91W . Use it excessively to remind yourself of the time and how much time you have to eat/sleep/study/uptime/downtime to remind yourself that the time itself is valuable , that the time you used to get the money is more important than the money you used to get that time.

  • @maximilianb.9758
    @maximilianb.9758 Před 5 lety +4

    Whats up with the smiths everest Review you talked about in your christmas Video? Btw i am 20 and love your vids!

  • @dazzeljabezpanganiban8672

    I could totally relate as a high school student. Thanks for the great video !

  • @leonidaslantz5249
    @leonidaslantz5249 Před 3 lety

    Excellent video. Probably my favourite ever. Getting younger folks in the hobby or just to appreciate their watch and the wonder of timekeeping is awesome. I would also recommend Bertucci watches.