Mark you are creating jobs for AMERICANS. thanks brother!
@mirekkudzia7052
Жыл бұрын
I am a proud owner of two Islander watches that I enjoy wearing. They travelled across the ocean into the UK and I am Polish by my ancestry. So, your legacy Mark is spreading across the world. Thank you for doing a great piece of precision art that looks stunning.
@mikemurphy8996
6 ай бұрын
I love Marc but his watches are hideous. You should hear what TGV says about them off the record. You will also notice TGV is never seen wearing one of Marc’s watches.
@americanpaisareturns9051
Ай бұрын
@@mikemurphy8996Do you own an Islander? Personally I don’t care about what TGV or any other KZitemr has to say about a watch . I make my decision about whether I like something or not once I have personally tried it myself. To each their own.
@jeff1176
2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely one of your best videos Marc. I can't wait for them to make the automatic version of your watches. When that happens I'll be one of the first buyers.
@islandwatch
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks!!!
@laddnewsome
2 жыл бұрын
Agreed! Would love to see more about how all of you're watches are designed and produced. Very interesting! 👌
@christianaviles2199
2 жыл бұрын
Yes, I'm also excited to finally see a watch with an Americhron movement. I do have an FTS made watch with an Ameriquartz (not an Islander, sorry Marc) and it's doesn't take long to realize that it's a high quality product even as a quartz watch versus say a mass produced quartz you might find in say a Timex (also not a knock on Timex which I also own and have owned). The video does great showing the quality control FTS has, which is quite confident inspiring for their current and hopefully future products. Scaling up is a challenge of course but considering all the American microbrands that seem to pop up would be nice to see a resurgence of American watchmaking as alluded to in the video.
@juniorjohnson5961
2 жыл бұрын
Me too !
@Podcastage
2 жыл бұрын
This is amazing to see. Can’t wait to pick up a watch to support FTS and LIW.
@islandwatch
2 жыл бұрын
Sweet, thank you!!!
@mylesgalos6465
2 жыл бұрын
Cool, thanks marc
@boonie3
2 жыл бұрын
I'll assume you throw watch boxes too
@REDVETTExxx
2 жыл бұрын
@@islandwatch Hey bud tell missy i said… “ wassup babydoll”!! 😂😂. Good vid brotha and great company!
@savage22bolt32
2 жыл бұрын
This is so awesome! I always prefer buying USA Made anything! I need a watch to wear on vacations & when my old Submariner goes in to the factory repair shop for a tune-up.
@davect01
Жыл бұрын
Love that you use these guys. I live in Fountain Hills and my daughter goes to Taekwondo in the same building
@sandsoftime3248
2 жыл бұрын
After viewing this video got a lot of respect for the Islander brand and also FTS in Arizona! Not an American, but can appreciate this!
@seandees9432
6 ай бұрын
Very informative great quality control and clean assembly enviroment insures high reliability watches and they are unique designs made in USA very impressive.
@franka9760
2 жыл бұрын
Makes me proud to be an American! I'm so glad to see watch manufacturing on the rise in the US. Big congrats to all!
@islandwatch
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Frank.
@rickjason215
2 жыл бұрын
I was happy to see watches being made here, though in the end I want a quality product. Then I read the Google reviews of this factory. I was shocked.
@johnconni
Жыл бұрын
As a factory worker in USA i will supporting this brand. Great work team!
@kenpickett9317
2 жыл бұрын
As a clean room manager myself (we don’t make watches though) its good to see this sort of thing on KZitem. It gives people an appreciation of the level of effort and overhead that goes in to the manufacturing of everyday items.
@johnsrabe
2 жыл бұрын
Marc, kind of a random comment but … nice job on the narration. You sound like yourself but you sound like a narrator. That’s a real sweet spot. And it’s NOT the same as doing the regular videos. If it’s scripted, it’s a good script.
@paulo1901
2 жыл бұрын
Very impressive,... Good job, Marc!
@MidEnginedFan
2 жыл бұрын
One of the best "Watch & Learn" videos!
@aaronrosenberg3685
2 жыл бұрын
As someone who working manufacturing, this was the most exciting video for me. I can't believe how manual the process is, I was expecting more automation. I look forward to supporting you and FTS!
@thomaskelley4588
2 жыл бұрын
Yes. This makes me want a usa quartz watch over a automatic swiss. This is what I want now. Thx!
@defer-rare-rah
2 жыл бұрын
I guess I'm a geek because that was awesome! Long Island Watch rules!
@islandwatch
2 жыл бұрын
Glad!
@jeffwhite9028
2 ай бұрын
Mark, I just saw this. Great vid. I'm a retired manufacturing engineer. Now I want an Islander!
@Uhrenfreund.
2 жыл бұрын
Wish good luck and much success for "FTS“❗️ 👍 👍 😁
@islandwatch
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@micarri
2 жыл бұрын
Islander Watches proudly made in America to be sold all around the World. Well done, Mark.
@islandwatch
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Miguel!
@micarri
2 жыл бұрын
@@islandwatch 👍👍👏👏
@jwags24
2 жыл бұрын
This was excellent. It's amazing the amount of inspection that goes into this process. I've received so many other watches with obvious imperfections in the past. Thank you for this tour!
@islandwatch
2 жыл бұрын
Very welcome!
@allenrichards5086
Жыл бұрын
I'm sold, will be buying one ASAP. Very impressed with the people, process, and product!
@wadebolderman3250
Жыл бұрын
I believe in what you’re doing here in America so I just ordered my first Islander Diver Automatic watch. Green with the rubber strap.
@neoroxx
Жыл бұрын
seeing the process gives me more confidence on the watch i just purchased from you
@lm7692
2 жыл бұрын
I purchased the Ameriquartz with the blue dial and it looks incredible, feels phenomenal, and the timekeeping and overall craftsmanship is impeccable.
@markwagnon9468
2 жыл бұрын
This is fascinating! Thanks Marc, I now know what my next watch will be!
@davidstewart3868
2 жыл бұрын
Terrific to see the quality of the watch assembly.
@gplayer01
2 жыл бұрын
This was excellent Mark! Thanks for sharing the process. Made in USA!! YEAH!!
@Starlord85
2 жыл бұрын
Love that thumbnail. Made me smile
@islandwatch
2 жыл бұрын
Haha, good one
@moongazer5073
2 жыл бұрын
Cool video reminds me of when Mr. Rogers went to the Crayon factory
@JPV246
2 жыл бұрын
Outstanding! Much success to FTS and Islander watches
@sethdunlap9868
2 жыл бұрын
So cool to see where my newest watch was born 👍
@111111111Tiger
2 жыл бұрын
great job Marc ! Thanks for capturing the experience.
@islandwatch
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching it!
@chrisr8112
2 жыл бұрын
Marc, excellent to see good local quality assembly
@michaelsimpson8455
2 жыл бұрын
I am glad you are successful in your endeavors! Your sacrifice has well been paid; this is only a fortaste. Congrats 👏!
@BrianWeekley
2 жыл бұрын
BIG FAN of the entire Island Watch collection and philosophy.
@americanpaisareturns9051
Ай бұрын
Creating jobs for Americans. Badass Bro. Badass. I wasn’t planning on buying another watch soon but after seeing the pride and quality control these employees have for their craft I plan on making an Islander my next watch. 🫡
@MrPresident1878
2 жыл бұрын
This is a great commercial, not only for the Islander, but also for FTS. I’d love to see the Americhron movements in pieces moving forward.
@PhiloYT1
2 жыл бұрын
When you see all the assembly by hand and the multiple inspections that each watch goes through, you can see that these Islanders are a great value! Thanks, Marc!
@double00spy
2 жыл бұрын
Love this! We need to bring all sorts of manufacturing back to the USA.
@jerryedwards456
2 жыл бұрын
Manufactured or assembled?
@jacc88888
2 жыл бұрын
This video went so quickly. Very exciting to see how the quartz Islander divers are assembled and that it is being done in the USA. The lighting in the factory showed the viewer just how good these Islanders look! Congrats Kunal and Marc 😊
@matzmx
2 жыл бұрын
This is making me smile. Thanks Marc
@islandwatch
2 жыл бұрын
Me too, LOL!
@THEMADWATCHCOLLECTOR
2 жыл бұрын
What a brilliant show this was, great editing and made me want another Islander!;!
@islandwatch
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Russ!!!!
@xjonx1
2 жыл бұрын
Finally! Some good news. AMERICAN MADE! Great video!
@zaskarclf
2 жыл бұрын
You know you're a watch nerd when you were completely enthralled during every second of this video...like I was. So cool...thanks for doing this Marc!
@elmooko69
10 ай бұрын
I just ordered one in black. It intended it to be something to leave in my gym back for workouts, but I now realize how special of a watch it is! Very proud to have something that so many Americans helped produce!
@bartfloyd4538
2 жыл бұрын
I will buy a quartz model. Don’t have to cost more than an aircraft carrier to satisfy my EGO. Watches are watches . Keep up the great work Marc!, Thanks
@triviace
2 жыл бұрын
This is the best video have done! I have many,but this tops them all.I envy their steady hands.
@chemoautotroph
2 жыл бұрын
Awesome presentation, makes me like the Islander even more.
@kellypaws
2 жыл бұрын
One of the most likeable people on KZitem. Doesn't exactly hurt that the watches are great.
@d3xmeister
2 жыл бұрын
Awesome video, enjoyed every minute of it. Now please excuse me I’m going to watch it again. Thank you.
@islandwatch
2 жыл бұрын
Haha, enjoy it!
@MMID303
2 жыл бұрын
I was looking at your selection and ultimately decided not to buy an Islander watch because I wasn't sure exactly where or how they were made. This video has me reconsidering. Great to see.
@wingsofrichard1393
2 жыл бұрын
Love the made in the USA we need more of that
@stringalongmike1953
2 жыл бұрын
Very interesting. Thanks, Marc.
@Aurora-sz1bc
2 жыл бұрын
Fell in love with this factory. Marc, you are the Mr. Rogers of the watch community with your positive, calming voice and supportive nature!
@TheTarrMan
Жыл бұрын
I still wear your diver often. I just bought the new amerigraph and can't wait for it to get here. It's so important to support me in America as much as possible. I can't wait until they're 100% made America, such an exciting time to be in.
@TheTownWatch
2 жыл бұрын
Very cool!! Keep up the great work Marc!!
@islandwatch
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@ExpeditedProductions
2 жыл бұрын
Shirts coordinated and taking video of the no photography sign! Love it!
@BigLou19
Жыл бұрын
Marc, I believe you’re the one I communicated with just 2 weeks ago, through email about my black Islander watch bezel inlay that fell off unexpectedly… I just want to say you’re customer service was down right awesome! Your communication was Lightning ⚡️ and you got me that part fast! Thank you so much!🙏🏼 I love this watch! I get a lot of compliments on it! This video just made me appreciate my watch even more! Customer for life! 👍👍
@islandwatch
Жыл бұрын
Thank you, you’re the reason we’re here!
@rangersmith4652
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for posting this. I'm impressed by how much of the process is conducted at FTS in Arizona and how thoroughly it is quality controlled. As Marc's host and overall guide notes, the next steps will be making the bits and pieces in the USA. From what we see here, it appears that every individual part of the movement, as well as the case, crystal, bezel, bracelet, etc., are not made in this facility. In fact, I don't recall hearing that any of them are made anywhere in the USA. That's not a knock on this brand or this facility; it's just plain old reality. I hope this endeavor continues to grow and prosper, and I hope that, in parallel, we get not only more "Made in USA" bits and pieces, but, equally important, complete transparency regarding the sources of all the parts. All watch makers should be required to disclose this, especially, those that claim, under legal cover, to be "Swiss Made."
@islandwatch
2 жыл бұрын
It is a reality, but something that will take time, baby steps
@rangersmith4652
2 жыл бұрын
@@islandwatch Indeed. I'm stoked that someone is actually beginning to move in that direction. Many challenges, many rewards if it works.
@i.despain3032
2 жыл бұрын
The ECBs are made in America btw.
@donnyboon2896
2 жыл бұрын
@@i.despain3032 Electronic Circuit Boards. Not everyone would know that. 😃
@i.despain3032
2 жыл бұрын
@@donnyboon2896 Great catch, thanks!
@zunuf
2 жыл бұрын
Great video. I hope to see tons more products from this company.
@TheTarrMan
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for doing this. You're probably the first one actually showing the process inside their facility.
@jaychau2459
2 жыл бұрын
Love it! I'll support this all day! Getting a islander watch soon!
@Mr1MOA
22 күн бұрын
Oh wow, thanks for sharing this video Marc.............I thought for some reason you sourced these watches from China. I'm so impressed I ordered one of the Islander watches today!! Creating American jobs is what I can support!!
@mattys1467
2 жыл бұрын
Fabulous tour of the factory. Fascinating and insightful 👏
@matthewclina4162
2 жыл бұрын
Awesome tour, thanks for showing this. I spent 30 years in the semiconductor and defense industries, and this was like memory lane. Nice facility.
@islandwatch
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Matthew. Agreed!
@georgesarraf8177
2 жыл бұрын
I remember watching videos such as this one on Mr Rogers Neighborhood as a child! Thank you for taking me back
@markikn3183
2 жыл бұрын
This is a wonderful video Marc, a great value add to the Islander brand. Kudos to you, sir.
@islandwatch
2 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@markikn3183
2 жыл бұрын
@@islandwatch Enjoy my Islander orange dial diver, too. Thanks, man 👍👍
@dennismiller4062
2 жыл бұрын
This is AMAZING! I bought one of these recently. I couldn’t be more proud of a product assembled in the USA! Great video Marc! I can’t wait for the chrono version!!!! 😉
@marcocarag103
2 жыл бұрын
This was marked with a yellow "ad" badge, but frankly this was far better and informative of a video than most that _don't_ have that badge. Looking forward to much more from FTS and LIW -- especially sub 40mm for my tiny wrist!
@eastcoastwatchconnection7949
2 жыл бұрын
This has been my favorite video yet!
@marcuslieberman3577
2 жыл бұрын
This is awesome, Marc!! "Assembled and Built In America"! We all have dreams to build that perfect watch. You have done it! Thank you. Love the tour. We all share in FTS goal to see more American Watch products.
@islandwatch
2 жыл бұрын
Well said!
@notyourtypicalwatchreview2563
Жыл бұрын
This is so awesome. Bless you all!
@Jdinaz
2 жыл бұрын
This is in my back yard! Mark, congrats and thank you for building in America! This makes a difference. I’m going to look at some products and pick one up.
@bigbikerjohn64
2 жыл бұрын
Congratulations Mark! It was so nice seeing this video. Your participation in supporting “local” manufacturers in any aspects of the manufacturing industry is the way to build a good economy for the future. I’m Canadian but any manufacturing that we can bring back into our economy is a good thing. Let’s get everyone back to work which we can be proud of. 👍 👏
@Ubermentsh
2 жыл бұрын
Really like the look of your original designs. 🙂👍
@calebnewton_
2 жыл бұрын
This is awesome! I hope to hear more from this company in the future.
@islandwatch
2 жыл бұрын
I think you will.
@gregentwistle5105
2 жыл бұрын
I have to be honest, that was probably one of the best videos you’ve put together! A very interesting process, thanks to you and the manufacturer for opening their doors to us.
@islandwatch
2 жыл бұрын
Wow, thank you!
@williamannelli9822
2 жыл бұрын
Great video it really shows how hard it is to manufacture a watch. Thanks for the video and your great watches.
@vonkruel
2 жыл бұрын
It looks like a great place to work. This was really worthwhile, thanks Mark!
@davidlloydjones752
2 жыл бұрын
Fair play, I'm absolutely behind anyone who can minimise the number of miles required, to produce their goods.👍 Wishing you continued success.🖖
@islandwatch
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks David.
@grantnitewahl
2 жыл бұрын
What a fantasic video! Thanks for the tour Marc.
@FINEST-uk8nc
2 жыл бұрын
Good to see a USA company in the watch business, I wish them success and hope that soon they will become a facility that performs entire process of making parts and assembling the watch for a true Made in USA !!🇺🇸🇺🇸
@doubleasblog
2 жыл бұрын
Brad is an awesome dude and was servicing my watches back when he was at Norms. That have some really good talent working there.
@angelos6817
2 жыл бұрын
This great Marc! Jobs at home! You can't beat that!
@flasher2001z
2 жыл бұрын
Count me in. Just added one to my Wish List. Thanks, Marc
@gregorypease213
2 жыл бұрын
Great video, Marc, as always. Thanks for the look inside Islander.
@Joncartervoiceovers
2 жыл бұрын
Fascinating video. Great info for your biz, Marc. Awesome to see behind the scenes.
@simtye88
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you SO much for showing this! What a cool thing they are doing for america!!!Great Work MARK!!! Keep it up man! You can tell your not just doing this for the dollar and not a sell out!!! If you do what you love you never work a day in your life and it shows!!! i will be purchasing one of these new american islanders from you!
@williamwilson-dh9ke
Жыл бұрын
My next watch will proudly be an islander!
@chrispy3866
2 жыл бұрын
This vid was a long time coming. It legitimizes and revalidates what is Long Island Watch. Well done sir.
@christopherhoglund4962
2 жыл бұрын
It’s great to see this happening here at home. Glad Marc is using them for some of his assembly. Continued success.
@proamericanlawncare6403
2 жыл бұрын
Awesome! Let’s get all the islanders made in America
@islandwatch
2 жыл бұрын
Noted.
@stephenhuber1079
2 жыл бұрын
That was an incredible experience, thank you for this opportunity to see how your watches are put together. An absolute mark of excellence!
@islandwatch
2 жыл бұрын
Much appreciated!
@philipperajaofetra1938
3 ай бұрын
the content that you as well as Teddy Baldassarre put out is really good. I tend to watch your videos more and more.
@LS1007
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing this Marc. It makes one appreciate what’s involved in building watches. Thanks again and have a great day! 👍🏻👍🏻🇺🇸
@islandwatch
2 жыл бұрын
You too
@AirAdam13
2 жыл бұрын
Really enjoyed this video! The number of different skilled, non-automated steps helps to show to doubters why things cost what they do. Wishing continued success to FTS!
@georgem7195
2 жыл бұрын
Good to see watchmaking slowly coming back to America
@EagleOne49
2 жыл бұрын
Very impressive, Marc! It's all about BUILT IN THE USA. Congratulations!
@Johnmk24
Жыл бұрын
Love it. Thanks for the video tour of the factory. My next watch will be an Islander watch.
@Cville2347
2 жыл бұрын
It’s great to see this attention to detail and the quality that goes in to your watches and best of all the assembly is here in the USA.
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