once again you've hit the nail on the head! It's not about building the most expensive watch with the most gemstones and the most pointless complications. The true values, the useful functions, the beautiful design, the classic attributes, that's what characterizes a beautiful watch. Not the price tag and not pointless extremes. Attracting attention at any price should not be in the specifications of a new watch development...
@benjaminbarrera214
9 ай бұрын
But people buy those horrible watches! So what if you and I agree that they should not exist, the companies do want to attract attention to their brand. Those weird Louis Vitton watches, it doesn't matter if they sell or not, it gives LV the illusion of making premium products. Sure, it's all smoke and mirrors but that's how capitalism works.
@tranquangminh7617
9 ай бұрын
Apologies, but what's the issue with creating a costly timepiece adorned with precious gemstones and intricate features? Aren't most watches, if not all, essentially devoid of practical purpose? Why is a reasonably priced watch, featuring a straightforward and conventional design, deemed more tasteful than a lavish one boasting gemstones, intricate complications, meticulous craftsmanship, and a unique design? Personally I feel all microbrands featured in this video is boring, merely copy and paste products, why the LV is the most interesting one.
@Not-a-bot222
9 ай бұрын
@@tranquangminh7617to me it’s all subjective. While I may think an MM300 is beautiful and other may think it’s hideous. And while I think a Richard Mille is disgusting and over priced another may love it and must after it. I couldn’t care less what people wear from invicta or low tier Timex to the eye watering pieces demanding nearly 7 figures. Just keep a healthy level of respect for others like and don’t be a snob!
@OscarOSullivan
9 ай бұрын
Like my Citizen NY0040-17L a very beautiful but highly functional design
@keithmason5584
9 ай бұрын
My gran used to say to me there’s something for everyone, I agree there’s some monsters out there but we buy what we like not what is popular (or at least I do) one of my best watches I ever owned was a 1990 Omega Seamaster sword hands , wish I kept it ! But then I also have a Tudor Royal black Roman ? Then I like a Chinese Tourbillion and GS 😂 My collection goes from £70 to £18k GBP , all crap in the eyes of “experts”
@adenwellsmith6908
9 ай бұрын
Richard Mille - Luxury never looked so cheap - 100% right, and I can't think of any heckle or come back to that one.
@dgdave2673
9 ай бұрын
Wow, nice list, but surprised not to see Omega or Longines that have put put some superb watches as well.
@DanielMealo
9 ай бұрын
It’s refreshing to see a KZitem watch channel end of the year that isn’t about how the polka-dot Rolex OP monstrosity has grown on them and is now a brilliant idea. My favorite watch of the year not mentioned in the video is the Lorier Hydra Zulu. It’s not for me, but I appreciate that they came out with a dinger that is uniquely theirs as a brand.
@zumalot
9 ай бұрын
I had to immediately go take my 1966 Top Time out, smile and just shake my head. Great job, TGV, especially when not feeling well. Hoping you are on the mend and wishing you and yours a Merry Christmas and onward.
@martinkaplan1805
9 ай бұрын
Awesome work. TGV! Love your scathing humor in this episode. I was actually laughing out loud. Merry Christmas young man, and may it be a joyous New Year for you and yours.
@richardbell466
9 ай бұрын
me also
@alexanderludwick1177
9 ай бұрын
Merry Xmas TGV, thanks for a wonderful year of content! im rounding out the yeqr on 3 purchases. A Bremont Martin Baker, Bulova spaceview (68) and a G-Shock (the Total Recall looking one!), the latter two were informed by your channel !
@theurbangentry
9 ай бұрын
👏👏👏👏 Thank you and happy Christmas to you too, LOVE LOVE LOVE your choices, enjoy! Best regards, TGV
@KeepingWatchUK
9 ай бұрын
A Christmas Eve treat from TGV. With a croaky voice comes some honest critiques, though with all those b-roll clips of plastics, was surprised the junk that is the Swatch/FF didn’t make the bad 10 😂 Get well soon. Happy Christmas!
@dunderhay9169
9 ай бұрын
I love the way you go against everyone else on KZitem and put the elegant 1908 in the top ten and the gaudy bubble dial in the bottom 👍. Happy Christmas 😁
@RevLev06
9 ай бұрын
Your deep resonate basso profundo vocal in this video is rather appealing - adds gravatis to your analysis with a bit of biting irony. Have a great upcoming year.
@Phil5150Bower
9 ай бұрын
Merry Christmas everyone, merry Christmas tgv 🤙🏻
@azdbuk
9 ай бұрын
I relate, late Nov was hell, first illness in 10 years....rest up, be patient, Happy Holidays from AZ. 🎄🎉
@doedeerdesign
9 ай бұрын
Thanks Bigcat - great year mate! Your recommendations have been super valued over the years. Maybe its time to add an Acutron or a Hanhart to the collection (loved the doc btw). Looking forward to your adventures next year. All the best - Cheers TGV!
@roytrevisan3491
9 ай бұрын
Your constant use of Italiano, your stile, and your constant hype for Italian horology gets you a new subscription. Auguri!!
@staffordlumsden
8 ай бұрын
When my worlds collide - RLM X Urban Gentry. That's a watch collab I'd be happy to own!
@RichardPetrie-u9j
9 ай бұрын
Hi tgv it's Richard petrie hope everyone has a lovely Christmas and very happy new year 🎉🎉🎉
@EK-fy5yy
9 ай бұрын
Totally agree on Patek Philippe,what at step back on watches and after sell service,based on my own experience.
@I-Libertine
9 ай бұрын
Merry Christmas, TGV. You've brought me and alot of other fans lots of joy this year. Many happy returns.
@davidrosenblum2178
9 ай бұрын
How funny that your #6 was among another watch blogger’s best of 2023. I guess there’s no accounting for taste. Cheers and Happy Holidays TGV!
@andrewmiddleton6782
9 ай бұрын
The Terry Thomas look?!?😮
@stephengarratt8027
9 ай бұрын
Really appreciate to see Laco and Hanhart figure in the positives. Happy Christmas TGV
@theurbangentry
9 ай бұрын
🙌🙌🙌 So glad to hear that, they are both so underrated. Thank you and happy Christmas to you too. Best, T.
@verynormalman
9 ай бұрын
Interesting selections. Thanks for your thoughts throughout the year. Even though we have different tastes, I respect your view.
@baumgartnernicolas4462
9 ай бұрын
Thank you sooo much for your views on watches! I've been a watch collector for 40 years and am so sorry to see all those watch "influencer" selling thier business as resellers. Such a shame. Live long and prosper, happy new year!
@rcmakingtracks18
9 ай бұрын
Brilliant, thanks for sharing. Top shelf, class. Oh my one watch collection, Omega planet ocean, with orange accents, black dial with white markers. Rubber strap, wear it every day, make me smile everytime I check the time. : ) John
@kjeldpedersen666
9 ай бұрын
Hi TGV Patek.....what are you DOING?😆 Have a happy holly day and keep up the good work❤️
@allrightknight
9 ай бұрын
Great 2023 Watch round up! 🤠 Wish I had the time to do a deep dive like that on watches, but it’s great we got TGV on the case 🤗 Happy New Year! 🎅🏼🥳🍾
@sayeedrahman7800
9 ай бұрын
Well I wasn't expecting a watery eyed TGV in the year's final video, speedy recovery man, but a bold and honest piece of content made it all worthwhile. I discovered Tim Mosso, Teddy to Roman Sharf etc this year, but you are my fav, happy to have discovered you, happy holidays !
@connorw1494
9 ай бұрын
Couldn't agree more with your worst watches. The weird thing is that there are a lot of watch yotubers who hype up all of those watches. I have asked myself at times: "Am I missing something? Do I like this flower watch? Maybe I would enjoy an MB&F house on my wrist? (not that I could afford one)". Anyway thank you for reassuring me that I am not crazy!
@michaeledwardlenzi
9 ай бұрын
I hope you are feeling ok. If not, I wish you a speedy recovery. I drove by the Bulova facility when I visited last month. It reminded me of the episode you did back when you lived in New York. Very cool. Wishing you the best in the new year! --Michael
@theurbangentry
9 ай бұрын
🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌 I miss those days! I will return hopefully soon. Thank you for the well wishes. I hope to be back in the swing of things soon. All the best to you this holiday season, have a great one. Best regards, TGV
@HaonProductions
8 ай бұрын
Catching up on this a few weeks late, but two things I want to add: •I'm definitely stealing your idea of picking up a Grand Seiko on a trip to Japan. That particular sunburst blue 44GS Is exactly what I'm eyeing too. •You gotta get yourself onto an episode of Red Letter Media! Get them to watch something low budget and Italian from the 80s, or an underappreciated watch-spotting movie, or maybe just Robocop 3.
@fossilimprint2954
7 ай бұрын
Great list of best and worst, love your editing. :)
@vandalhertz5991
9 ай бұрын
The way you described Jacob&Co was so perfect 🤣🤣🤣 Great video.
@DonLee1980
9 ай бұрын
I was deeply disappointed with Patek this year as well. It was only recently did I learn that they didn't actually set their own gems before, and would have to outsource a different company to do that for them. Last year, they bought out that company, and then suddenly like now they don't have to pay others to do it anymore, they went insane and added as many diamonds and gems to their watches as possible.
@bassplayer2011ify
9 ай бұрын
My favorite watch release this year was the 55th anniversary Seiko 5. It took everything I loved about my 809 and improved upon it. My only gripe is that the logos are printed instead of applied. Its also the watch that made me break one of my collecting rules. Which is/was no limited editions particularly from Seiko and Omega.
@jasonwilson7674
9 ай бұрын
All the best for the new year to you and your family ,and never give up 😊😊
@TomSnyder--theJaz
9 ай бұрын
Merry Christmas, Barry! Cheers
@theurbangentry
9 ай бұрын
🤣🤣 Thank you Tom, Merry Christmas my friend! Best as always, T.
@chronocommander007
9 ай бұрын
Merry Christmas, TGV and Hugo! 🦖🎄
@AR-hw9zi
9 ай бұрын
Merry christmas TGV!
@ge48421
9 ай бұрын
My favorite and most worn watch this year was my Longines Titanium Big Eye. I've worn it as a daily driver for a full year and i can barely see any scratches. It is also very accurate.
@Enzo_Gorlomi
9 ай бұрын
Would have loved to see Farer on your top 10 list, I think they do some really nice work. Also I am shocked about the Patek's 😅 what the hell?? Merry Christmas TGV
@chrishennemeyer7276
9 ай бұрын
I love that Zenith Chronomaster Sport and intend to own one eventually, but I would also mention the Zenith Chronomaster Revival Chrono 37mm, which flew under the radar when it was released a couple of years ago, but is drop-dead gorgeous, especially the "espresso" dial variant that I recently purchased.
@ph8077
9 ай бұрын
That T-Rex...what a frightfully spiffing old chap.
@MrLiveWest
9 ай бұрын
homages have gotten better and better and are even more competitive in spec to originals at a cheaper cost in 2023. As an avid watch collector this makes me so excited to see what comes... It was a late 2022 release, but the new thinner seiko gmt movement started integrating more into gmts through 2023 and has lead to better watches as well. The overall quality of watches has improved, even cheaper basic models
@peterfritzphoto
9 ай бұрын
I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this video. Authenticity in the watch community - what a revelation!
@phoenixlandingstudio6594
9 ай бұрын
I gave u a thumbs up just for the “comet” joke at the beginning. And your Ran poster in the background informed me of an 80’s movie I have not seen, so thanks. Great video.
@harrycee656
9 ай бұрын
Great video! Mostly agreeable winners. Spot on with a proper deserved roasting of the worst. ALS or JLC should replace PP.
@derekcarroll7524
9 ай бұрын
Well said, Merry Christmas
@Andromahlius
9 ай бұрын
Dropping one octave and the mustache make you a pretty decent movie villain. Merry christmas to everybody.
@mikefleissner4415
9 ай бұрын
I'm still watching again. Great show,old man.
@atkuzmanov
9 ай бұрын
Merry Christmas TGV, from an OG from Bulgaria!
@amankozha9778
9 ай бұрын
Merry Xmas, Sir TGV;)!
@martinportelance5843
9 ай бұрын
Much love for GS, why am I not surprised. I had sadly cut back on watching your vids for a while because I felt like it was becoming more and more like a Seiko sect, and I must say it hasn't changed...
@system11yt
9 ай бұрын
Oh that Alpina is wonderful! My main daily wear is still an Accutron DNA, I wear it as much as possible to keep it charged.
@BobMarley-pm1xb
8 ай бұрын
Great vid TGV! Thanks
@alfonsovl7
9 ай бұрын
I loved your video, as always different and pure class. Merry Christmas Barry Bianco🎉
@zigzaguzzi2665
9 ай бұрын
Niiiice!!! I've been following Marco Bracca for a couple of years now and met him in Tortona at the Watches of Italy fair. Amazing guy and his micro brand is a dream. So cool you mentioned him!
@fotissgou6241
9 ай бұрын
Merry Christmas tgv from Greece 🤗
@balesjo
8 ай бұрын
I normally don't go gaga over a Rolex, but that Rolex 1908 was exceptionally beautiful. Definitely a watch to wear when your business or dress attire is a tailored or bespoke suit or tux.
@dakistle
9 ай бұрын
The Duck Tales pajamas are pure class.
@TheShane209
9 ай бұрын
I always love seeing the ornaments on the tree. I need to add some to mine. Merry Christmas to you and the wife TGV!
@BlasterDavo
9 ай бұрын
Merry Christmas, TGV!
@Memo-iRumi
8 ай бұрын
Ciao my Friend.. Mille grazie for your Best and Worst Lists of this year!! Grande. It was a pleasure to share your perspective on the watch world this year. I was able to get to know the Squale brand in particular through your channel. I live in Germany, so it's nice to see that your list includes two greats of German watch history: Laco and Hanhard. I wish you and your family happiness and, above all, health for the next year. In Luck to see many more of your videos.!! Salute and Ci vidiamo
@ndac87
6 ай бұрын
Urban Gentry automatically gets a thumbs up from me
@LRSTGS
9 ай бұрын
Regarding the independence of TGV, I'm not sure I can fully be on board with it anymore. As stated many times on the channel, TGV has collaborated or consulted for many brands and they aren't disclosed. "You may be wearing a watch I've helped design and not even know it". Unless we know which brands TGV has worked for, we can't be aware of any potential bias. Whilst I love the channel, and I am certain TGV would absolutely never just take a payment to feature a watch, let alone speak about it positively, there is an inevitable bias when discussing a brand you've worked for. Each time independence is mentioned I always think this.
@ThemysteriousMrP
9 ай бұрын
Lots of citizen group “likes” FC, Bulova,Accutron and Alpina all Citizen. Maybe it’s just coincidence..
@amicoorologiaio
9 ай бұрын
Grazie amico mio per avermi incluso nel video. Mi hai fatto emozionare😊😍. Auguri di buon Natale ed un fruttuoso 2024😊🙏🏻
@HRM.H
9 ай бұрын
My favorite watch this year was made by a 17 year old! (J.S. Elliot) He is a young indepent watchmaker that recently released his first batch of watches. Im very impressed and am looking forward to his next projects. The worst this year goes to Rolex with the Oyster Perpetual Balloon dial. Just gaudy in my opinion Hope you get well soon, Ive been sick for the last 2 weeks... hope you have a great Christmas and new years!
@dixonjernigan1534
9 ай бұрын
I don’t know about having Hublot in the same category as MB&F. From the interviews I’ve seen, Max just seems like a mad scientist who is having a blast making crazy watches. I have no desire to own them, but their philosophy seems almost antithetical to the cash-grab origins of Hublot.
@emarino9805
9 ай бұрын
Buon Natale!!! Thanks for being my favorite KZitemr this year!!!
@mohammadhossain406
9 ай бұрын
One of the most brutal episodes I was waiting for I think. I think you have chosen the right watches to be on the top 10and at the same time you have shown us the ugly side of Watch industry’s current reality. Thank you for bringing the truth.
@mikefleissner4415
8 ай бұрын
Still rewatching.good show.
@davidcrandall4958
9 ай бұрын
TVG You should make a video about worse watch casting in movies lol ike the Caravle in Midway!
@theurbangentry
9 ай бұрын
Great idea, noted down! Thank you, genius! Best regards, TGV
@davidcrandall4958
9 ай бұрын
You're welcome and of course I meant Caravelle!
@CharlvdH
8 ай бұрын
Hi Tristano, many thanks for all the great videos. Although we do not always share the same taste in watches ;) I feel we definitely share the way we look at the watch industry in general. We most definitely share our love for Squale by the way! And I am soooo happy to have finally purchased the Palombari watch last week. I was even fortunate enough to actually buy it from one of the Palombari members based in La Spezia, still pinching my arm..... Did you know (as you are a true Panerista) that Panerai also produced a limited edition Palombari watch? Too steep for me, but perhaps you are interested ;) Anyway, thanks again, love your work, please keep on doing what you do. Cheers, Charl
@weeklywash
9 ай бұрын
Cool Re-Animator Poster!! Thumbs Up
@TianyuanLiu1998
9 ай бұрын
Loved the worst watches part - burst out laughing every time.
@oharatheorem
9 ай бұрын
It’s not the holidays without a TGV Christmas special! Maybe the most unhinged video yet, but just brilliant throughout. Rest up and feel better soon, TGV - cheers and Happy Christmas!
@room101rats
9 ай бұрын
Never thought I would see Pete and Bas on this channel lol
@danielglidden9290
9 ай бұрын
I can tell you are a child of the 80s and 90s by your Christmas ornaments. Merry Christmas 🎄urban gentry/TGV!
@bigosbro21
9 ай бұрын
That Marathon is on my list now. Beauty.
@rastafari6336
9 ай бұрын
I've always wanted a Seiko, and guess what?. Currently in Japan for the first time and will finally make that purchase. Happy Christmas all from a snowy shigakogen.
@theurbangentry
9 ай бұрын
What an amazing place to spend Christmas, have a wonderful time, very envious. Thank you so much the for support and comment, happy adventures and holidays! Best regards, TGV
@WestCoastAce27
9 ай бұрын
I always thought ‘watch tourism’ should be a thing. Great job!
@mieszkogulinski168
9 ай бұрын
That yellow Swatch with pink donut looks insanely fun :D Have a great Christmas :)
@alexdiaz2003
9 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing TGV! Loving the venom paired to the husky voice haha. Repeating last year Hugo’s entry was great. Merry Christmas and God bless
@TheRunningManZ
8 ай бұрын
I thought it was your thing for years was to say that you never judged a watch until you had it in your hand? I remember countless videos where you’d champion that you’d never make videos about watches you’d never seen or touched because in the metal things can change. You even looked down on watch KZitemrs that did. So much of your opinions are looking down on other parts of the community now. Whether it be “vapid watch dealers” or anyone that owns a sports Rolex etc. you’ve become very bitter. I agree Patek had a terrible year but I do believe the 6007 was their only saving grace. Here you talk about how much you “despise it.” When did you start polarising so much with your language and opinions? If yourself from 4/5 years ago heard your own opinions now I think you’d have called it out as the opposite of how you wanted to be and not in line with your ethos. The 6007 looks great in the metal. It’s a different look for Patek and at least with that model they tried something a little different. You mention how Rolex are boring for their incremental updates but when Patek do something different with a Calatrava you’re crying “stay in your lane making watches for old boring men!” I like the look of the 1908 but picking it as one of the watches of the years when it’s priced at nearly £20k in amongst where the holy trinity/Lange etc, truly haute horology pieces live is kind of insane. It’s nice but it’s not in the league it’s trying to be at its price. A VC Patrimony time only 40mm can be had for £21,200 which is less than 2k more than the 1908, it’s on another level than the Rolex in terms of heritage, quality of finish, movement etc. If you went for one of those not at a VC boutique you could easily negotiate a discount that made it a similar price to the Rolex. The 1908 is not a haute horology dress watch buts it’s priced like one.
@jacobpartin4553
9 ай бұрын
The tag heuer/mario kart collab is one of my favorite releases of this year. somehow it works for me
@Therealgdoesgshit
8 ай бұрын
You’re a real G man congratulations I watch your videos almost since you’ve started this channel and you’re married to the game ! True and original ! How much I appreciate this in these times we live ! Happy new year
@smittysmitty481
9 ай бұрын
Merry Christmas TVG!
@slowbluesmaster
9 ай бұрын
Most enjoyable episode by any YT watch reviewer of 2023. Best wishes!
@AT-AT-AT-AT
9 ай бұрын
great video as always, mate! cheers from brasil 🇧🇷
@zambonidriver42
9 ай бұрын
I love the B roll in the worst 10 list. Hilarious! And that AP at #2 is a MVMT chrono. Hideous.
@alexm2113
9 ай бұрын
Thanks for the Christmas Eve video, I love your list of best/worst. Merry Christmas TGV!
@StefanoMaggio
9 ай бұрын
THE best top (and worst) 10 out there! Out field and actually agreeable. Good work as always TGV. I was waiting for the Palombari review, i love that watch! Happy holidays Buone feste!
@faizalhakim3772
9 ай бұрын
Buon Natale a tutti! Thank you TGV for positively distracting me in 2023😂
@giovanidiamonds
6 ай бұрын
Subbed, haha I've known about you since I got my 16613 back in 2019. Its since been sold and purchased the 16618. I think we're probably around the same age, I know you have some big boy watches as well and to say that you're not a bit of a man child would be lies, but you're funny, sincere, and have humility and class. Your skit at the beginning gave me a good laugh, loved Jurassic Park growing up, but I have a feeling you did more. 🤣 In even the oldest person, lives a young heart. Thanks and keep up the great entertaining work! Keep having fun in life
@richardtan322
9 ай бұрын
You have just endorsed directly or indirectly the Holy Trinity: ALS, Breguet and JLC. Totally agree with you wholeheartedly. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and your family.🎉
@HunneyBair
9 ай бұрын
I love how Red Letter Media pops up from time-to-time in TGV videos.
@spex7503
9 ай бұрын
Nice list, hard to disagree with any of it. (And also, a bold choice to list "purity" as a defining attribute of a brand with Laco's history.)
@johnbwilson1
8 ай бұрын
The dinosaur is hilarious!
@gavinwhite9743
8 ай бұрын
Awesome video, love that your top ten favs were interesting and not just the usual Rolex, Omega etc. ( had me searching for them) Top 10 worst was also spot on, these gaudy classless watches are such a turn off, have no class at all.
@DidIMakeYouThink
9 ай бұрын
Yes, we get a Christmas Eve video! Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to you and your family TGV!!! Thanks for all the content this year!!
@77cjam
9 ай бұрын
Great video as always sir, and as always I love the nod to Blackadder 2 and much respect to the late great Robbie Coltrane. Not sure I have a favourite/worst of 2023. But excuse the pun, watches are timeless and I'm happy to wear something that cake out 50 years ago, as well as yesterday. Everyone has their own opinions and as such there are no rights and wrongs but there are some ghoulish ones in your worst list. Hope you have a very merry Christmas my friend and all the best to you and your family. Enjoy
@DaveMGmovies
9 ай бұрын
Absolutely loved this. You ought to use your alter ago Bazza Bianco whenever you speak truth to power on the crass watch offerings. As I've often remarked -- best watch channel out there. Bar none.
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