The Best First Luxury Watches For Beginners - Federico Talks Watches
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- čas přidán 25. 07. 2024
- The Best First Luxury Watches For Beginners - Federico Talks Watches
In today's episode of Federico Talks Watches I talk about the best luxury watches for beginners. Watches that are versatile, simple to use, durable and should retain value decently well. Watches perfect for beginner collectors to enter the watch collecting hobby. Luxury watches such as the Rolex Datejust, IWC Mark XVIII and Omega Seamaster amongst others. Let me know what you think in the comments section below
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So glad you shouted out for the Oris Aquis, fed!! You are a true watch expert!! All excellent picks but totally agree with you on the Oris being in there too! A hidden gem if ever there was one!!
First two yes! My first was a Datejust when, I was 26, a reward for "Making It" (I'm 49 now) still have it today and love/loving it-same flavor you pictured. 2nd one I got was Vintage 1962 Black Dial Seamaster DeVille Crosshair. You were 100% correct on all points-for Rolex & Omega.
Hey Frederico! I love the fact that you made this video! I am a new collector and I cannot buy only expensive (above 1000) watches so please keep up doing such videos!
I love every watch you mentioned. just started collecting watches and have the Oris Aquis. I'm ready for the next IWC or Omega??? not sure, THANK YOU FEDERICO FOR THIS GREAT VIDEO!
I have a Tank L.C. automatic, bought by my grandfather at the store in Paris in the early 70's I am sure this watch the last time was serviced was probably in the mid 80's and it still damn accurate. I agree with Federico, I believe it deserves some respect
I love how you say "I catch you guys, In the next one. Take care". It's like your signature already:)
I just bought a Frederique Constant Classic. A great entry level luxury watch IMO. The finish is incredible.
Good list Fed - I did this for a friend recently - very close to same criteria...Rolex GMT Master II, Rolex Explorer 2 Polar, JLC Reverso Duoface, Tudor Heritage BB Burgundy, and the Speedy.
The Aquis was my first watch and i looove it
my first watch was IWC Pilot with bracelet bought in 2000, still have and use regularly - leaving to a good friend in my will.
My first luxury watch was a watch I coveted all my life since I flew private planes, a Breitling Navitimer. So sometimes the 1st luxury watch is a watch that your heart desires, darn the future resale value, the present value, or what watch experts think. Buy what makes you happy. I'm sad the Breitling value has diminished in your eyes. But I have never sold any of my watches ever, and I certainly wasn't going to sell my Navitimer anyway.
If I was going to choose one of the watches in your video, I would choose the blue "James Bond" Omega Seamaster. That is a terrific beginner luxury watch. Not too expensive, with good watch horology.
I agree with some of the other entries in this comment section. IMO, the Oris is not a "Luxury" watch, and the Rolex is bit expensive to be a "Beginner" Luxury watch. If someone is looking for a little cheaper Beginner Luxury watch I do like the Tudor Black Bay Heritage. I especially like the red dial with golden hands. I can see this being a first beginner luxury watch for someone.
Mark Klein I agree with the omega, but if you buy at ad they are all saying that omega prices are skyrocketing ... I was looking for a watch last month in Jamaica and the omega at a AD had no margin for a discount so I had to go Breitling Super Ocean 42 which I love lol
The Navitimer is a fantastic first watch.
My first luxury watch was the Cartier Tank. It looked great with a suit and I had many compliments on a daily basis.
Just found your channel, and had to laugh when your first pick for a luxury watch was a Rolex datejust, which was my first luxury watch. Worn nearly every day for 7 years and still looks great, I'm starting to look again and the Seamaster is also high on my list (as well as a Grand Seiko).
So funny Fed. My current collection in order of purchase: Rolex Datejust II (black stick dial with smooth bezel and oyster bracelet), Oris Aquis (gradient blue dial on bracelet), Omega Speedy Pro (hesalite), Cartier Tank Solo XL.
I’m torn on the next one...saw the SMP you put up and thought about it...but the new Tudor Black Bay 58 is pulling at my heart strings...that gilt dial and the proportions are on point!
Another great vid!
I have the latest Omega Seamaster Professional 300m. It is such a great watch. I love it even more. Couldn't wait to buy the Omega Speedmaster moon watch latest. It's a collectors item.
Got my omega seamaster last summer! Great every day watch
As a new collector, I just bought a 2017 ORIS BC3 Advanced Day Date. It’s my new favorite and daily wear watch.
Love these choices, mainly because I own 2 of them. The Datejust is just a perfect watch and my first "real" watch was an Oris TT Diver, the precursor to the Aquis.
Absolutely agree with you about the Tank. History, originality, dignified, reasonably priced... what a winner
Federico - Yes! I think your picks make total sense for the first time buyer. You had great diversity here to appeal to a variety of tastes.
My first watch was a Rolex datejust followed by the sea master and then I went up a bit with the GMT master ii and then a Cartier de drive.
Great energy Fed! Feels like you're especially refreshed after your birthday weekend. Happy belated!
I knew that I would like this video as soon as DJ was mentioned.
Hey Fed!
Great selection. But i think you should narrow down the choices for each watch category so viewers knows what suits them better for first luxury time piece. Eg:
My pick:
Dress watch low end: Orient Bambino
Sports watch low end: Seiko SKX
Dress watch mid end: Tag Heuer carrera
Sports watch mid end: Seamaster ceramic, Breitling Superocean, Tudor Blackbay, Longines conquest, Aqua racer
Dress watch high end: Rolex Datejust 2
Sports watch high end: Rolex Explorer 2, Submariner, Batman
Nevertheless I love your videos! Keep it up!
I have to agree with your choices this time Fed. 3 of those watches you picked were 3 of the 5 that came to mind when I read the video title. While many don’t consider the Oris to be luxury, whether it is or isn’t, it’s a GREAT first watch in the $1500 and up price segment. I cannot disagree with any Cartier pick either, since as you said, they invented the wristwatch and the Solo is a ton of watch and history for the money. Again, great picks and welcome back
Great list, love the Tank Solo pick.
Love your passion about watches. I get it!
Best video so far. Keep up the great work!
Excellent list. Love my first purchase: Omega Seamaster Quartz, electric ⚡️ blue dial. Takes a beating!!
Awesome picks, I agree with the tank solo!
Hey Fedrico, another great video.
My two cents for a first time luxury watch would be either the Omega Moon or a Rolex Sub / Explorer II. ...all grey market; of course.
Seamaster and Datejust (or Oyster Perpetual) are great first picks. I bought a pre-owned 2531.80 "Bond" Seamaster as my first foray into the luxury watch segment, and I love it.
I used to knock Cartier but that was just because I never gave them any time, after 20 plus years of collecting I started looking into Cartier and learned they made the first pilots watch for Santos. We WISs have always loved history and the “originals” have been the most sought after pieces. Hence my respect and appreciation has taken a complete 180. My only problem is I just don’t look good with a rectangular watch from the JR Sebring to the Reverso...it just doesn’t feel right on my wrist.
Thanks for the upload 👍🏽
I have enjoyed watches most of my adult life. I basically wore one watch from 1995 to 2015 when the case finally gave out. As a military man I chose the G Shock DW 6900-1V. Today at 53 and retired, I’m able to start dipping my toes into the water, slowly. In watching and reading reviews you definitely see peoples preferences interfere with objectivity and I get it, we like what we like. But mostly what I’m finding is in most cases, that “finer” watches from a price point of $700-$5000 dollars, most are using Sellita and ETA movements. Some tool them up a little and admit they are ETA based but “to our specifications.” I’m not interested much in a resale side of my collection. I’m doing it for my enjoyment of having nice time pieces that ultimately will end up going to my sons and grandsons.
I appreciate Federico’s videos and his commentary.
cartiers are amazing! i have a tank and it is super versatile. it goes with almost anything. with the tank, as well my iwc mark xvi, datejust ii, tag F1 gmt and tudor black bay black, they cover basically any and all bases. great video!
Thanks for the video. You have a new subscriber. I am currently wearing a Seiko SKX007J as my daily wristwatch. I am pretty sure my first luxury watch will be the Omega Seamaster 300 diver with black dial.
The Oris Aquis bracelets are the most beautifully constructed designs in my humble subjective opinion. So I'm thinking of buying a meistertaucher. :)
IWC Portuguese chrono looks beautiful ‘dressed up’ with shirt and blazer or ‘dressed down’ with jeans and t shirt. Always appropriate. Good choices in this video.
The first Swiss piece I purchased was an Oris Aquis. Everyone thinks it is a sub at first glance. I love that the general public aren't really in the know, but watch guys and gals always give you props!
Cartier is GREAT. Thank you, Federico, for bravery to admit that!
Omega AT (i like the annual calendar) second hand. It's the everything watch.
My first luxury watch is a Breitling Chronomat 44 Limited Edition with B01 Caliber inside. I am so happy with my choice, I have it for over a year now and i am still in love with it.... Wearing it every day...
Datejust👍Omega Seamaster 🖒IWC M18👍Oris Aquis- A great sport watch. I'm with you Federico that the Cartier Tank is a great watch.
Whats up yes this my second or third time watching this and I’m thinking of getting a Cartier Tank solo quartz in the future as my “luxury” dress watch and also the 39mm Longines Hydroconquest. Would that be considered entry level luxury, as the Oris Diver ?
I think the 2018 Cartier Santos, 2018 Rado Hyperchrome Ultra Light and Tudor Black Bay 58 are both great watches depending on whether you want something that's an iconic dress/sport hybrid, ultra modern or vintage diver. They are all at least 100m water resistant so as a first watch they also make great everyday watches for first-time owners.
Hey Federico. Love your channel. I've been collecting watches for a little while now. What are your thoughts on the new IWC Spitfire Automatic? I recently bought a Black Bay 58, A submariner, a batman and a seamaster.
Oh yes. Bronze or Silver?
I love my Seamaster Professional Automatic with steel bezel from 1998. It looks brand new!
Many times I was on the edge of buying cheap Rolex/Omega/Breitling etc, the entry luxury watch, thinking like after entry I'd be automatically getting more serious luxury watches. Thank god I didn't do it and saved my money for something really special. I did spend a couple K's for all kinds of different watches tho, which helped me to understand what I really want.
I own a Datejust and I love it.
Tudor black bay, Omega aqua terra blue dial, Rolex explorer or explorer 2, Cartier Santos XL black croc strap would be my choices.
I would go for Rolex Oyster Perpetual 39, model: 114300.
Federico I’m insanely obsessed with the 5167A Patek steel on the black rubber strap! The price blows my mind and well over my budget but I want it so badly 👁🌟👁
I still like the pre-ceramic seamaster better. The final version had a coaxial movement and applied markers also, but still had the wave dial. I'd choose a wave dial over a ceramic bezel. Just me.
Love the video! Almost had me on the Cartier, but seamaster was the winner :) cheers keep up the vids!
Oris is entry level luxury, without a doubt. They’ve been around since 1904... sapphire crystal excellent bracelet, great dive depth, overall great quality for the price ... great video Fed
Thanks for posting. I didn't know that the date master came in a smooth dial. Cool. I've never really been a fan of the fluted dial, though the white gold ones look better to me. Do you ever buy at auction, fix them up and resell them? Some of those watch auctions seem to be more for the wholesale market because there are too many landmines to watch out for that you guys would recognize and avoid.
For all those who want to learn english, watch this guy’s videos. Great vocabulary. Thank you Federico.
Haz uno sobre los Longines, a ver cuales recomiendas, a mi me gustan los master collection, los elegant y los flagship.
My first watch was a very personal pick. The 50th anniversary James Bond Omega Seamaster. Never met someone wearing the same watch, which I really like.
Finally! New video. Welcome back.
Is it normal for second hand to move a little bit when adjusting time? I just got a brand new breguet and the second hand move a little when I adjust time.
Love your videos. What are you thoughts on Bremont?
Fantastic choices Fed, the seamaster was my first thought so pleased you had that one in your picks. I got the Aquis last year and your right if it's 'bang for buck' it takes some beating. I can see why you picked the IWC because you are in the know. However if I told Mr Joe Public that was a luxury watch at 4K, most would laugh. I see it, and you do too, but most just would not get it IMHO anyway.
My Oris Red Aquis Special Edition is beautifully made and a joy to wear. I never regret that purchase.
I agree that Oris is the best buy for the money. As for the Cartier Tank watch, that was my first luxury buy. What are your thoughts on the Tudor Black Bay?
Hey Federico, what about the Oris diver 65. I love the retro looks
Just brought a rolex explorer 1 as my first automatic. Could not be any happier with my choice!
Shu Li That’s probably the first luxury watch I would get, if I ever got one.
Where did you purchase the explorer?
I'm saving my money for that one because I don't think it can get much better in this price range - few watches that combine class and sportiness this awesome!
Omega seamaster my first watch
Have them in both colors now and just got the Rolex datejust
Mine was a Longines Hydroconquest chronograph which I sold 4 months later to fund for a sub 114060
Im thinking about pulling the trigger for the mark xviii, they come now with the caliber 35111 (sellita based), is it still a good choice?
i like seiko premier skeleton(seiko very underrated) , tag heur aquaracer, omega the one you showed and swiss army maverrick lol
Btw, couldn’t agree more with your analysis on each watch. The DJ was truly a great first purchase and ticked all the boxes. If you are only going to have one watch, it can serve every purpose quite magnificently.
The tank is perfect for the office (Attorney here) and really flys under the radar in court.
Love my Speedy but the one thing it’s missing is good ole water resistance.
The IWC is a really good watch but I wouldn’t get it for a first luxury piece...maybe to complete a DJ or SMP...and to be honest I really like the blue dial version of the mark xviii (too bad it’s 36mm).
Again, great vid.
M Riley “youthful 45 year old”. Sounds like a mid life crisis 😜
My first luxury watch purchase was a Rado which still looks great in black ceramic with gold accents. At 1750 Euro more affordable than any mentioned here. Of course, it might not qualify as a luxury watch, but it is beautiful, my primary criteria for all watches, including my 18K yacht master.
Ty for this
Great list but I would of picked something like the Nomos Neomatik Club over the Oris an amazing everyday watch with a in-house movement and 200m water resistant without a screwdown crown.
Awesome video Fed, I will be getting a Oris asap! Can't wait for the tax return :D.
Federico, the Datejust is an excellent choice if you don't hate the cyclops. For those like me, the Oyster Perpetual is a better choice.
Luxury is hard to define. I consider my latest acquisition, a Steinhart OVM to be a luxury watch. It is double the price of any watch I have previously owned, it has a Swiss ETA movement, and it is superfluous. I have two devices on my person that are more accurate and two others are within arms reach.
dhsilv2 Which Grand Seiko do you own?
If i have second chance i will go for dayjust as my first watch its surprisingly good when wearing, and even for under 30 years old fans
Santos de cartier (medium) or tank solo (large) or brand new rolex datejust )36mm)? which should i buy?
Cartier Tank Must Extra Large was my first luxury watch and I still love and wear it.
Solid list.
My first luxury is the tudor pelagos 42.
I’ve grown my collextion to 4 since then but the pelagos is always a special one as my first.
Never sell your 1st watch so pick carefully!
Man that IWC looks georgious (and is also completely under the radar unlike a sub etc).. the Spitfire with silver case is the one that really does it for me.. if there werenˋt so many great watches for ~5k I am craving
WOW, perfect timing as I’m looking to purchase my first luxury watch! Question I have had my eye on the Rolex date just smooth bezel, jubilee bracelet with rhodium dial. Is it possible to inner change the bracelet with say a rubber strap or leather just to give it a new look sometimes or is the bracelet not inner changeable ? Just curious. Thx
Rolex date just is a good choice but if want a versatile watch and you like to change straps like put on a nato or rubber strap then look into a Tudor Black Bay.
QuickSilver 1934 you can change the strap on every modern watch and the vast majority of vintage ones.
Hi Fed, would you consider the Tag Heuer Aquaracer a good watch to begin with? Or should one stick with an Aqua Terra?
Great choices? Cant go wrong with any of them. How about the Graham Chronofighter vintage? Actually would like to hear what you think of them
Aqua Terra is so versatile and beautiful, seems like a winner
Hey Federico, I have a budget of around 2000€ and have already looked a some watches , but are there any watches you would recommend ?
Hey Federico!
What about a JLC Reverso?
I’ve always liked Cartier never got round to getting one - I should work on that
My first luxury watch was a TAG Heuer Aquaracer Chronograph 300 Grande Date (quartz). This piqued my interest in watches. My next luxury watch was an Omega Speedmaster Professional 'moonwatch' with hesalite crystal and solid caseback. In between buying these 2 watches, I scratched the itch by purchasing a Seiko SKX009 and an Orient Black Ray Raven 1.
oh i want that cartier! so beautiful!
Happy belated birthday. What's your take on rado, tag heuer and raymond weil?
Alpina 4 was the first sports watch :). Ball watches have to be looked into.
The real question is SMPC, blue or black...?
That's the one I'm saving up for and I go back and forth on the color almost daily, great video Fed!
Hi Federico, really interesting video, and this highlighted something for me that I have been debating myself: How important is it for a first large watch purchase to be an iconic watch?
I'm hoping to get a nice watch in the next 12 months following a house purchase and I find myself drawn more to the slightly less known, high horology brands rather than the more iconic brands such as those you've mentioned here.
Brands with poor resale I find especially interesting since you can get a lot of watch for the money; I saw a Parmigiani Fleurier micro rotor selling at just over £6k!
With that great price though, tends to come a lack of general acknowledgement (hence the great price). I'm not into getting a watch for recognition, but at the same time I don't want a watch I buy to go completely unnoticed. I'm worried I might get a watch I love and then find it's so obscure that nobody ever knows what it is, what are your thoughts on this?
Love the Tank, good last choice.
Hey Federico, love your videos. Can you please do one that explains how much it costs to service the most popular models, and what you get for your money. I have saved 6 years to be in a position to buy a JLC Reverso but never really thought about servicing costs Thanks!
Your pfp looks familiar. Where's it from?
All beautiful watches!
I will definitely check out the Oris Aquis. Federico, how do you feel about the Borealis Estoril 300? They actually seem to go up in value, due to limited runs and a growing following- what do you think?