Best thing about the Vostok is the customer service. I told them my second hand on the watch stopped working. So they told me to smack it really hard a couple of times. Unbelievable to see it start ticking again without any problems. It is built like a tractor 😂

@TeddyBaldassarre

9 ай бұрын

I mentioned in the stuntman video yesterday Vostoks are the watch equivalent of those videos you see where someone lays a brick on the gas pedal of a honda civic with no oil or gas and it just keeps running on fumes.

@ahha6304

9 ай бұрын

@@TeddyBaldassarre I remember you said Toyota Corolla haha

@masivatak

9 ай бұрын

Like my mother in law!

@thegorn

9 ай бұрын

You gotta have a strong Vostok pimp hand

@vaclav_fejt

9 ай бұрын

I dropped mine once (1 m, carpet) and from -20 s/d it went to -50 s/d. I opened it, tried regulating it using that youtube video, messed up the beat error, had a watchmaker fix it (it cost a third of the watch) and I'm never opening another watch unless I know what I'm doing and have the right tools. Before that it survived: light countryside bike riding and I once took it chainsawing (I'm not repeating the latter).

I had a Japanese friend with a pepsi-bezel Seiko when we were kids (like, early 80s). I didn't remember much about it, just a strong fascination with it and longing to have one. I spent a Summer in Japan with him and his family, and I got a much cheaper, orange-dialed dive watch. But many years later (2010), after I had purchased a few much nicer watches, I remembered the Seiko. Through some online searches I found the SKX and got one. I have a dress watch (B&M) and an upscale dive watch (Blancpain) -- but the watch I wear most is the SKX. I love the look, it feels great on my wrist, and it taps into some emotional pull from decades ago.

@matthewpongratz127

7 ай бұрын

I have the pepsi bezel one as shown in the video, but with the jubilee bracelet. Compared to some of my more expensive watches, it's still holds as one of my favorites on the wrist. For $200, it was well worth the buy years ago!

My SKX will never leave my collection. It's just incredible.

Back when I was a child in the Philippines (early 2000s), the SKX is the go-to watch for the people ages 30+ especially those who work for LE, military, construction or any hard labor jobs. Now I regret not buying one when it was still dirt cheap.

Being both a Tool fan and a k-pop fan, it brings me great joy to hear Teddy mention both in one of his videos. Didn't think I could love this channel any more than I already did but this video has proved me wrong haha.

@hgr.7857

9 ай бұрын

Tool is among my favorite bands ever and I agree with this take 100%. My esteem for TB has increased by a factor of 46 and 2.

@piotrlalak1766

9 ай бұрын

@@hgr.7857Just ahead of me. Was going to say the same.

@bsmithhammer

9 ай бұрын

As a TOOL and G-Shock fan, this analogy hit uncomfortably close to home. 😂

@Ttamlin

9 ай бұрын

There are dozens of us!

@hgr.7857

9 ай бұрын

@@Ttamlin ...as I'm now finding out. "Did we [all] just become best friends!?" 😂

I bought an SKX new in 2019 to celebrate the birth of my son on Amazon for $195. I still wear it all the time. Love that thing.

Big congratulations! Very respectable looking store, team, and community you’ve built.

love your passion en down to earth approach to watch collections

I'm guilty of 3 charges. Skx, G shock and Grand seiko. They all have their place in my collection.

@ba2724

9 ай бұрын

You sir, have all you will ever need in order to be truly happy. Great choices there!

@simonwright6882

9 ай бұрын

@@ba2724 Many thanks.

I am and always will be on team SKX. It was the piece that really dragged me deep into this hobby and it is the only piece I will never sell. It is scratched up with tales of adventure. It carries my spirit and hopefully, one day it will be passed on to someone who cares 😊Great video as always, Teddy!

@TrulyZer0

6 ай бұрын

I got my first Seiko recently. Also my first automatic. I went for an SNK361. I really like Seiko.. but I haven't found the SKX all that compelling when compared to the competition. What is it that you love about the watch? Is it just that it's the first of its kind? Or is there some unexplainable "you just have to try one to get it" factor?

@wristviber

6 ай бұрын

@@TrulyZer0 Congrats on your first automatic piece mate! Yeah well the SKX is far from the best option today in terms of bang for your buck. You can find way better watches for way less money these days. What makes the SKX special is the heritage it carries. It used to be the best diver for your money a few years back. It was THE watch for enthusiasts to get into divers with. It wears well for its size and looks stunning. But it discontinued back in 2018 I believe, and since then, the demand has just gone crazy. But it is nothing short of a classic. Quite a legend in many people's eyes. But if I was new to watches, I would not go for the skx because of the premium. For me, my SKX is special because it holds so many memories of adventure. It carries my spirit and that is priceless to me. The SNK361 is a great first automatic in my opinion, so enjoy it, my friend ☺

@stonedog1000

5 ай бұрын

Try the SKA371 aka BFK. Monster dive watch; quartz accuracy, great lume, capacitor can last 10 years.

My son had an SKX 8 years ago as a 15 year old. I gave it to him then. He’s woarn a variety of watches nearly every day since.

Great video Teddy. I am not a collector, although I love watches and I have a few of them. Your video resonates very well with me since I own a SKX 007, a Sub and a G Shock Squared. But things made even more sense when you mentioned Tool. You are right, you never argue with a Tool fan!

Spot on accurate & very fun video. Thank you, Teddy! 🤙🏼

really enjoying the educational content. im learning a ton from teddy.

The watch as a cultural signal value is everything for myself. Seiko speaks to me, Seiko says to me, no matter where you are or what the times are like, we get you, we got you, you are one of us with likeminded values, feels home

@LTTang

9 ай бұрын

Agree. Looking back in my 50 years on earth, seikos have been on my wrist the most.

Wearing my SKX009J while watching your video :). I have many waches (you are guilty on some...), including more expendive brands/models like the Omega Speedmaster and several other more modern Seikos (SPB143, Alpinist, Speedtimer, Presage´s) but there´s something special about the SKX - simple, classic and unpretentious. In fact, I like it so much I have 4 (007/009/0011/013)! Great video, as usual.👍

Thank you for referencing Vince, he definitely deserves more attention.

Very true shortlist, it really reflects the needs of collectors. I was a fan of classical G-Shock models, now I have bought a couple of old Seiko and still keep in mind swiss brands such as Tudor, Gerrard Perregaux, Enicar. What about the same video, but about vintage brands?

Great video, to say I love my SKX009 is an understatement.

❤another great post and insights!

Proud to be a cult following of the SKX series

I have an Amfibia on second-hand market, but still want to get brand new one too. Also just got Casio but Edifice and pretty impressed wit it, G-Shock should be only solar if it should get my eye, still want one pure digital though

3:34 leaving the bezel a click too much to the left is a nice touch lmao. Love the skx

@TeddyBaldassarre

9 ай бұрын

Haha unintended but somehow poetic.

@jpdemer5

9 ай бұрын

@@TeddyBaldassarre That's how you know it's genuine!

This vid made me drag out my 18th Bday gift...............a New Seiko 7548-700B pepsi quartz diver. My watch was manufactured Sept 1978, the first year of the 7548 model. Mine has received new battery and new seals and pressure test every 5 years and consequently has never suffered water damage. It started my Watch collecting and love of SEIKO divers.

Love your vids Teddy, i bought a Vostok as my first watch from your video! Love how you keep it up there as an option for all.

One other thing to consider on the amphibia and kommanderski is that models with a date complication won't be a quick set. Not a big deal, at all, if you wear it every day, just something to consider.

Great selection. In my experience, Speedmaster nerds are the most passionate. They know all the obscure references and the NASA flights Speedmaster’s flew on. Really anybody who’s into watches is passionate.

I agree with all your choices. Honourable mentions go to Omega, Christopher Ward and Oris 😊

@Furniture121

9 ай бұрын

Don't say bad things about CW! 😂

@salvadorHombre

9 ай бұрын

Those are brands... not watches.

@canadianwatchmonkey3992

9 ай бұрын

@@salvadorHombre so were most of the ones Teddy mentioned.

@daniell2217

9 ай бұрын

@canadian. You’re def right about Omega. Can’t tell those guys nothing.

@sequoianagamatsu1402

9 ай бұрын

@@daniell2217 esp if. you piss on the Speedmaster Professional in any way.

The Amphibia is beautiful in an uncanny way. I find it hard to explain but something about its simplicity and rugged look is very appealing.

@Avaddon911

9 ай бұрын

They are cool watches but that crystal scratches so easily I quickly stopped wearing it. It is cool to fidget with though

@RobertKing-oq4fq

9 ай бұрын

​@@Avaddon911 yep. Quick polish with poly watch usually does the trick.

@Avaddon911

9 ай бұрын

@@RobertKing-oq4fq yeah I got tired of doing that multiple times a week. I still own a vintage bronze komandirsky they're great watches regardless

@RobertKing-oq4fq

9 ай бұрын

@@Avaddon911 Multiple times PER WEEK? How?

@Avaddon911

9 ай бұрын

@@RobertKing-oq4fq I seemed to bump it on something daily. Idk if I just got a bad amphibia or what but the crystal was super fragile on it

Thank you TEDDY for this great video. Truly pleasant to see all this kind of watches. For me the most unforgettable is the PANERAI . I am quite old and so i have fully appreciate the time when the world discover PANERAI (not only the specialists) . We saw a lot of advertising . Actors wear a PANERAI in movies . It was 20 nice years for me but it is far now.

The GS second hand sweep on the Spring Drive is mesmerising!

I'd be in the Grand Seiko group if I could afford it. they are amazing looking.

@ba2724

9 ай бұрын

Consider buying used. Pricing is incredibly reasonable and you will love that watch like a family member.

@jindungs

9 ай бұрын

Me too 😁

@TheBnjmnlrd

9 ай бұрын

ya know, if that aesthetic is really desired you can get really close with a SKX mod. It doesn't take a lot of investigation. I have a few planned, skx to day date, a brass Tuna and a few others. @@jindungs

@jpdemer5

9 ай бұрын

@@ba2724 "Incredibly reasonable" compared to the Rolex market, maybe; a GS holds its value pretty well. If you're patient, you can snag a used $6K GS for $4K, which is reasonable, but not incredibly so.

@EfieldHfield_377

9 ай бұрын

Love the GS but at those prices I will just be watching them on KZread.

Love this channel I'm 4 watches deep in my collection..I need 1 seiko or a tudor😊 I wanted a cartier santos but it's outside of my budget there are tons of watches within my budget to enjoy 😉

Was a G-Shock collector and enthusiast but sold most, although I did buy a Japan only Frogman earlier this week! Great video Teddy. I think Rolex enthusiasts are probably the most fundamental.

Teddy ,regarding the SKX I totally agree that in today's standards it's nothing. But still it's a capable ISO certified diver. Personally if I have to sell all my watches , my 2 SKX will absolutely remain. Why ? I can't explain !!!! Great video.

My wife bought me a Vostok amphibia scuba dude 710059 for our first anniversary. Bought a variety of straps for it, natos, sailcloth, leather,cuff. So it has its own wardrobe. I absolutely love this watch. Its the only one i wear outside of work, however I wear a gshock gmw b5000 at work on the railroad

“People willing to throw fists at you” 😂😂 I love Teddy !

Love my Seikos, Love my Grand Seikos more. Now I want a gshock thanks to this video, thanks Teddy.... still waiting for my Bel Canto , once again, thanks Teddy . You should get a commission from your awesome reviews!

Probably the best video I have seen so far from Teddy! It's funny, informative, etc. Vostok for the win, haha!!

Great review Teddy i have two SKX watches the 007 & 009 awesome timeless & two VOSTOCK watches great watches as well in my collection cheers from the UK.

Another great video as a diehard collector of orient and seiko watches my favourite being my seiko SPB053J1 prospex mas 62 reissue and the rolex submariner Is the most undesirable watch for me same also for the omega seamaster

This was another awesome video 👍🏻👍🏻

Tool reference when describing gs. Teddy is awesome.

Mark Frankel from Long Island Watch started his watch line off of the SKX. When Seiko announced it was discontinuing the SKX he started Islander Watch, making his first models off the SKX form factor with sapphire crystals, Nh35 movements etc. And look at LIW now👍

Hey Teddy, the other brand I would add, and which I know you're also a fan of, is Sinn Spezialuhren. Cheers.

Didn't expect a Vince Carter analogy in a Teddy video. I'm now an even bigger fan, mate.

Love to see videos of Garmin’s new marq collections or even their epic pros. Smart watches are finally wearable to dinner and the gym. Let’s get them some coverage!!

Absolutely loved the video!! It is so true. I see more references to Seiko SKX and Casio than anything else! I will say am really interested in getting a vostok now LOL!! The things i hear about Vostok make me think that it could survive an apocalypse!!

Hi Teddy I discovered your channel about a month ago and because of you I have just purchased a Bulova Jet star and a Seiko Gmt I also own a Tag….. you have started an obsession that is going to cost me money 😂😂😂😂

@TeddyBaldassarre

9 ай бұрын

Glad you found the channel and are enjoying it. Remember it is a marathon, not a sprint! Enjoy the ride.

@9r393

9 ай бұрын

which seiko gmt did you get?

As much as I respect the SKX, I love my updated movement SRPD95 . Love the SKX style on an upgraded watch. GS is my long term grail watch. Great job Teddy.

Yep the SKX will always be a cult classic. I have 3 and they still get more wrist time than all my other watches. The bezel on my 009 is starting to fade, which makes it even more beautiful.

I completely understand your thoughts on the SKX. I wanted one back in the day, I never got one, but in todays watch world, no hacking, no hand winding is a no-go for me. With that said, it whole heartedly belongs in the cult following collection. It is a great watch from build to price. I am a G-Shock guy, I have way too many, but not near enough ;) 100% on the Rolex Sub being the cornerstone for crazy town. Thx and be well

The Vince Carter reference, well done there Teddy.

Awesome video!

Grand Seiko all the way. My goodness, the passion is real and these are works of art.

I love the Vince Carter reference ❤ I grew up watching him when I lived in New Jersey

My dady bought one NKUWAN and he loves it. It had been there for over 10 years when he went out with it.

Bravo TB!

I am an Amphibia owner since last year and the process to get one described in video is spot on. Shady website, where the watch I wanted had the seconds hand in different colors in the produc photos. The support had a bad english and encouraged me to buy it. When asked they said they would give me a nato strap to it. I ordered it in May and got it in August with no tracking number or estimated time of arrival. This beeing said the watch is amazing, looks better than in pictures, got the NATO strap as a bonus free of charge. I used it this summer for scuba diving and cliff jumping. It is a great beater and I will love this watch for as long as I will live. If in doubt, buy it. Also great video Teddy!

never in a million years would I imagine hearing about Vince Carter on Teddy's channel

⁠​​Love that shirt color/collar. Would you mind me asking where you picked it up? Also, where in Jersey are you located?! I’m in the jersey city area.. would be fun to have a watch/fragrance meet up!

Fun video. You nailed it.

This was a fun video haha!

I think you, or someone in your staff has been peeking through my window! As I have at least one of each brand you mentioned here and by far my favorite is my SKX009!

My Vostok landed in South Africa, I think like a year later (via our corrupt and bankrupt postoffice). It’s a love hate relationship. I hate how often I wear it haha. Got it on a beaten up leather strap so it looks even older. 😅

what do you think of Bell&Ross do you have any video about them I looked but no luck.. I just came across your channel and I'm enjoying it thank you.

Great fun video. Very true! I am guilty of a couple. My watch obsession started with a seiko skx007' then a 011. Of coarse that led to a number of grand seikos. I am a member of the gs9 club. 😂 The gshock, only have one. The lost island in orange. Just not really interested. My only other digital watch is a 12 yr old timex iron man. Original battery, lost the pushers, still has mud all over from when i fixed a water mainline. Still works. My forever watch!

did Teddy just mention TOOL, okay im subscribed!

I've recently started getting into watches seriously and wanted to ask in the comments if 'Ingersoll' and 'Cestrian' are well respected and known watch brands ?? thanks

Great list and a great video. imo speedy should be on the list to:)

TB managers to squeeze in both Tool and Vince Carter in a video about watches. That's favorites on favorites for me. Great vid 👍

I know that the Omega Boyz can be pretty rabid too, especially the Seamaster crowd. Oddly enough, Invicta has a pretty rabid following too and I can't say that I blame them. My Grand Diver #3049 is 12 years old and I've NEVER had to open it for any reason. It just keeps on ticking with that immortal Seiko NH35A movement and it's gorgeous. Not bad for $150CAD.

My first watch was a vintage Vostok Komandirskie (Vostok’s field watch). I bought it when I was broke but enamored with the inner workings of mechanical watches and desperate to have one on my wrist. I got it for 80 bucks. A mechanical watch with a real mechanical movement for 80 bucks. It doesn’t get wrist time anymore (mostly due to the risk of RADIUM exposure… these watches are truly insane), but Vostok will always be my first love.

I appreciate the Vince Carter reference for the G-Shock example/mentality. Teddy is cultured lol

Never thought I’d hear Teddy Baldassare reference Tool, what a day!

Hey Teddy, which strap is on the skx? . I have an Skx handed down from my dad and really love the look on that nato in the video

Vostok my 1st mechanical watch! That I got after watching here on this channel.

I love my SKX and Big Tuna. I miss my Seiko World Time from 1969 that my dad bought me when we lived in Bangkok.

It's very easy to get caught up in the passion of the watch industry. My plan is always to wait a week with any impulse perchase no matter the hype or passion, to see if it's really what I'd want. The same reason I DON'T have an SKX.

@Dazulolwarrior

9 ай бұрын

I went a step above and got myself a Prospex Diver (62mas reissue) and a Presage Sharp Edge and never looked at any SKX since.

@Jovi_97

9 ай бұрын

@@Dazulolwarrior - I also got myself an SPB143 instead. Lovely watch.

@jpdemer5

9 ай бұрын

Same here . . . I wait to see if the interest fades, which it usually does. I'd have a hundred watches otherwise! The only exception is the Junghans "Max Bill" automatic w/ black dial. Saw it, had to have it, and no regrets whatsoever.

@Big_Al_4223

9 ай бұрын

⁠@@Dazulolwarrior Just the reverse…..I have an SBDC053 which I love…..but came across an SKX sitting in between seiko 5’s in a duty free display and snapped that up quick as a flash. Love them both but as a daily wearer the SKX is awesome IMHO. I do love a day date. To each their own.

Hey! I’m new to watches! I bought Seiko SRPJ87K1F, I am unsure whether should I exchange it for some other watch or is it a nice automatic! Can you please share Whats your view on it?

Newer movements may enable hacking, hand winding, etc. but I want my dive watch to be rugged, highly water resistant ( 200M or better), legible and have a great unidirectional bezel. A Casio Duro fits the bill ( it is my beater) but I dive with a BFK.

Damn straight a GS fan will come after you. They're sick of the Swiss snobs dismissing them.

@TeddyBaldassarre Have you heard of Boldr? What are your thoughts about that ⌚ brand and their movement?

Hey Teddy. I love the Vulcain cricket. Any affordable suggestions that are close to this? Ill own a real one some day, but not today. I dont want a replica or homage. Just a similar style.

ive watched other " REVIEWERS " and Teddy, def, is Tier one!

Thank you for explaining the Vince Carter meme that’s awesome lol

It's easy to get a Vostok directly from the manufacturer in Russia, although their site looks like it was designed in 2000, I guess it's not the case for the world due to the situation. They've increased prices on the basic models by 3-4 bucks this year, not that much if you look at other brands. I have a couple in my set, but I'm definitely in a G-Shock square gang.

My Invicta ProDiver sits next to my Cherry Blossom and Tag Carrera. Love em all.

I'm not quite sure if I'm completely right here but I do believe that the Mido 1959 commander has got one heck of a following in Mexico and south America but is rarely seen over here in the UK.

@jpdemer5

9 ай бұрын

Mido retailers are hard to come by in the US - the NYC metro area has exactly one - but Mido is very popular in Mexico and Central America. Whether there are rabid fans or not, I have no idea, but the Commander is certainly a sharp-looking watch.

@Lebon996

9 ай бұрын

Thanks so much for your information. Yes I totally agree, is a stunning watch.🙂

최고 !!!

@TeddyBaldassarre

9 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching!

People dont realize how customizable Vostoks are. The 710 model also has a great shape and very universally perfect dimensions

Great post… #7 Invicta

This video hits home. I still own two SKS (black and Pepsi) on NATO straps and I'll never get rid of them. I also own 4 G-Shocks and I'm probably not done.

Thats why I ❤ Breguet.

@thegorn

9 ай бұрын

Because no one cares about dying watch brands like Breg-gay

Panerai! I only have one but it is probably my favorite of my collection.

Those Grand Seikos do look lovely. But I can only afford a modded SKX013. I love changing the dials and hands myself for a new look.

Hi Teddy, I see a lot of videos about seiko. Was wondering if you are familiar with Fortis watch. Can you do a review anytime?

Love the vince carter reference 👍🏽👍🏽

Fun video. Thanks. I would add those individuals dedicated to microbrands and nothing else.

My favorite that I cannot stop raving about was one that I believe you may have turned me on to. The 34 mm hand wound Timex Marlin. I only like it at 34 mm and only the silver dial and the Todd Snyder black dial which looks better when you swap out the strap for a brown or even better cognac strap. I actively dislike the California dial version, as well as the larger version and any other variation that Timex has released. Its incredibly elegant and my favorite dress watch with the exception of a Cartier Tank. At around $200 it's a steal. I get the feeling that Timex is phasing it out and its currently out of stock. 34mm is thought to be too small for many, but it really isn't. A dress watch should be small and larger ones look like clown shoes to me. People really seem to resent me for being so enthusiastic about it, but unless you have a really thick wrist, it is so wonderful and wearable.