I love how you always have your paper with notes on , not like crazy ass video edits This is just pure info with sense and solid content, entertaining and passionated stuff,,,youre awesome bro love from Germany

1:39, the 'ie ie ie' sound is the best moment of the video!!

@andrascseh5667

5 жыл бұрын

Try in 0.25 speed

One of the best videos you've ever done. Great learning about the serviceability of many of these calibers. Incredible content!

"Give me a stopwatch and a map, and I'll fly the Alps in a plane with no windows." - Lt Kamarov, Navigator That quote from "The Hunt for Red October" was the impetus of my obsession with all things Chronograph. And all things Cartographic.

@theurbangentry

6 жыл бұрын

Haha, VERY cool quote, I might have to buy a copy on ebay! Thank you sir. Best regards, TGV

@dancarlton7973

6 жыл бұрын

I've seen that movie. Great movie!

Great demeanor, presentation & content! Your passion for the preservation vintage watches is contagious! Thanks much!

Picked up two 1940-50s chronograph Suisse watches. A Landeron 48 made by Dorex and a Venus cased by Midland. They were both well under $50 from local antique stores. Also if you learn to fix them yourself you also save money and the future of watchmaking 😉

Great work as always TGV, and thank you for the insight regarding the chrono movements, good info!

That car is an Alfa Romeo tipo 159!!! (my second personal fav right after the tipo 33) That Britix is gorgeous!

I thought he was going to explain the dangers of buying a MVMT watch lol

@XJoshuamiller

6 жыл бұрын

Nice 300ZX #jdm4life 😉

@adlanhaziq

5 жыл бұрын

JAMM cars and timepieces eh? (Hoping for a Supra one day lol)

Your videos are so interesting and educational, I'm always grateful to you for the knowledge you share with us all. Thank you for introducing me to the ColaReb brand. I have replaced every band on my Seiko 5s with ColaReb Venezia straps and I couldn't be more pleased with the new ascetics.

The Urban Gentry opening intro theme and music is as good as I've ever seen on KZread. Very professional...

Dear TGV. I love your show. I’m new to your channel but I instantly got attracted buy your deep knowledge, passion and enthusiasm! Keep it up! I am thinking of getting the Hamilton Jazzmaster day/date. Would love to see your review. It is not really reviewed anywhere. Gorgeous watch IMO.

Nice and clear reviews. You can see that you love watches. Thanks

I clicked on this thinking it was a 2022 video. Happy to see an older one with the old "war room" set-up.

I have some additional opinions and advice: 1. Find a piece that share components with other movements of the same lineup. Potentially minimizes servicing costs and watchmakers are more likely to be "familiar" with the movement. A great example is the Seiko 7016/8. 2.Find one that has a substantial online following; I know that one day my Poljot 3017 is going to fail but there will be wizards on internet forums that will know exactly what's wrong and who to call for a service. It's the best kind of insurance policy for older watches. Great video! And good luck with the repairs!

I was just about to pull the trigger on a Valjoux chronograph with movement ok but tatty case and pushers, assuming I will be able to find parts easily. Your video made me change my mind and look for better example instead, you potentially saved me a load of hassle and money, thanks mate!

Superb review - thanks very much!

As always, a marvelous production. Always informative and entertaining as well. I wanted to comment on the opening to your videos. Cinematography is very professional. The lead-in music sounds like Mahler. Do tell.

Going back and watching some of the ones that I missed.?I thought I had seen most Everything… Surprised and pleased to have found this gem. Just learned a ton of cool stuff!

Thx dude. Appreciate the information. Just came across your channel. Have you reviewed the Seagull 1963 reissue? If not will you do it? Thanks again!

...loved this in-depth, amongst friends, letter-reading episode...just at a point when i've been looking at, but v unsure about vintage chronos, re: issues which you've/Richard touched on...makes me feel a little better grounded...

Found last year also an amazing chronograph from Rema with a landeron movement absolutely great to see what beautiful pieces they made back then great video always a pleasure to see a new one pop up 👍

Just recently found your channel. Love how you present the videos. I inherited a similar omega as yours fromy grandfather. I wanted to ask about your opinions on Festina watches.

Good video,,...I too can say the good folks at Saltzmans are wonderful to deal with!

This reminded me of a false thought pattern I often see. People are used to think that if service cost is higher than purchase price, then it's not worth it to repair. But this is not at all true in vintage watches. Quite often you get a watch cheap because it has problems and then the repair cost is really the cost of the watch. You need to estimate that when you make the purchase and judge if the total price is what you are willing to pay for a functional serviced watch. It is of course a gample, you may win or loose. Also, unless there's proof that the watch is serviced, you have to service it anyway. Changing a few parts while doing it doesn't cost much extra, if parts are available. On a special watch even making parts can be reasonable. Watchmakers can be quite handy at it.

Excellent video :) thank you TGV! Tons of great info and enthusiasm as usual!

Thanks Tristano, as always, great video, very valuable info! Question: I do love your Navitimer; it is definitely my next acquisition! So, taking on account the variety of Navitimers, what is yours exact model? And, in person, does the dial looks really blue? It seems to me in some pictures that goes a little into green, or even black, not sure. Thanks in advance!!! Best regards!

Great video! Can I ask you where you got that amazing Speedmaster poster in the upper right corner on the wall behind you???

Fantastic review, TGV. This really hits a sweet spot as I'm a heavy vintage watch enthusiast and just recently came into ownership of a 1960's Breitling Navitimer 806 for the AOPA(from my Grandpa's original Watchmaker's bench). I can only imagine what the cost will be for a full service and replaced acrylic crystal but I'm saving and looking into Saltzmann's(based on your recommendation). It's a 40mm version with the Venus 178 (likely 1966). I cherish it and know it'll be worth every dime. Good luck w the Britix, sir!

Good info just bought a seiko 7t62 and love it and talk about british cars My dad owned a 50's Hunter Green Morgan Roadster definitely a cool car

Love your work.

Enjoyed this

I just bought a Seiko SRQ025J1 (SARK011) which resembles the very first Laurel wristwatch from 1913. And I can tell you: it is a gorgeous chronograph with the 8R48 movement!

Very great information I would like to know about service prices and what brands have the best performance and cost effective service prices

Most informative

very beautiful watch, love the size!

Friday evening and showtime! :)

I must say that your videos have a good bit of production value in them. Nice work.

Thanks for the information...I'm so new to the hobby & don't know a local watch guy or I would love a vintage Omega like your WW2 piece

I wanna be this man's friend! Great vid as always dude

Hey man, love your videos. I’ve been thinking a lot about chronographs in the past week. I have been thinking about building my own chronograph after being inspired by chronographs made by Undonewatches. Although I love the look of the watch, I’m not very impressed with the gimmick of having a clear back with with Seiko VK61A. I then did some research and wondered if I could use a valjoux 170 with that watch. Not only is the movement more beautiful, but it also has that aesthetic and element to it that you just can’t find in a modern watch. The design of an undone watch is based on a 1940s-50s chronograph. There’s just something so beautiful about a vertical two eyed chronograph that leaves me in awe. Are there any other alternatives to the valjoux 170 or Venus 170 with a vertical two eyed chronograph?

Hello TGV! I stumbled across your channel a few months ago and I am absolutely hooked. I've probably watched at least half of your videos already and can't say enough about how much I appreciate you discussing watches from Seiko to AP. I bought my very first Swiss watch/automatic watch last year as a gift to myself for getting my first job in my career field. It was a B&M classima and I bought another Swiss watch soon after (Frederique Constant classics index). Well, it was around Christmas time I decided to trade them both in and get an Omega Speedmaster racing. I miss the elegance and simplicity of the B&M but I absolutely adore my Omega. Secondly, I wanted to comment on how great it is to see you back in the war room! It feels like we are all guests in your home and it's a very warm and inviting atmosphere. Gentry headquarters feels too much like an office and reminds me of work! Just my opinion lol. Lastly, I want to give you a huge thank you for all the work you put into these videos and reviews. You are truly inspirational and I'm glad to be a part of the gentry! From my war room to yours. Cheers :) ibb.co/jRrbPR -Kenton from Florida

Solid vid on these old chronos, any personal experience with the Valjoux 72 ? I've been considering one lately, thx. Cool outro btw, ER was the first movie I saw Nicholson (and Hopper) in, still a great one after all these yrs.

as always great video, I'd like to share my experience with a vintage Seiko chronograph, the 6138-3000, the size of this watch is about 42mm (awesome) the lug width is 19mm , the watch was produced in the 1970's . I also have a 6139-8030 rather on the small size. both movements are automatic. I decided that I wanted the 6138 serviced, I was thinking about sending it to Saltzman based on recommendation, however I figured Seiko in NJ is not to far from me and since its a Seiko who better to service the watch. after a month a got my watch back the cost, 169.57. and what did I get for my 169.57. A serviced watch and they also sent me the time graph report on the movement. dial up was +8 s/d amplitude was 226degress beat error .03ms. 6 o'clock up was +6 s/d amplitude 218 beat error was 0.3ms. 9 o'clock up was +000 s/d amplitude was 226 degrees and beat error was 0.3 ms. now this movement is about 35 plus years old. I heard horrors stories about parts not available. I plan on emailing Seiko and ask them what parts were replaced if any. all in all this watch is pretty cool and since I'm a Seiko addict I'm happy that this time piece is running and keeping excellent time, just wanted to share this in the event any one is on the fence about having their Seiko serviced by seiko.

Another great video. I have been thinking about chronographs, and complications in general lately. My next watch is going to be a Omega Speed master Professional. I have been looking at the MOON WATCH HESALITE 42mm 311.30.42.30.01.005. I have seen then new online as low as $ 3500. When I look for used one they seem to be the about the same price if not more. It is something I believe I will keep the rest of my life. Should I keep looking for something used or a older model, to save money for my next watch after this? I have been saving and have the money but as this will be my first luxury watch I'm in no rush to pull the trigger until I do more research I (I have been on the look out for a couple months now). If you have time I would love your thoughts; if not I understand. Love your videos. Please keep the coming.

Hi!, I have a britix mechanical watch, it was restored and it is beautiful, greetings from Chile

Absolutely cracking !

@theurbangentry

6 жыл бұрын

Thank you Terry :D Best regards, TGV

Had the most wonderful experience with an independent watchmaker based in New York state. He serviced my 1972 Seiko 6139 Blue Faced Pogue. Oddly enough, I stumbled upon selling his services on eBay.

Great video as always, TGV :) Any chance of including the ticking sounds when you review watches, or even post hour-long clips of the different ticks each watch makes or something like that? I love the sound of my 1973 Timex, which is quite different from my Hamilton Khaki King and Seiko SARB033. Fwiw, I find the ticking noise to be quite soothing, comforting even, perhaps you do too and that's why you wear a watch to bed. DJ

From Rhode Island and have used Saltzman's for many years. They can be pricey, but the work is impeccable. Worth it for special pieces. They recently changed the battery on my Luminox Scott Casell edition 3954, then pressure tested it and guaranteed it for 12 months. It's the only piece that I trust to use in the water.

Great video one of my favorite watches is a 1960s watch by a little known manufacturer Triunfo Unic it has a valjoux 7733 movement very accurate and wears great

Dear Tgv, Could you please tell us a bit about the brand Rado, and what are your thoughts on it,

OK for me it's navitimer or speedmaster then!! keep up the good content TGV

Learnt a lot from this. I don't own a non quartz chronograph yet... but this will change. Currently I have been using my diver bezel to keep a rough count of the minutes when cooking or the washing machine.

Hey TGV! This is unrelated to the video but I figured I'd comment on your newest video. I recently ordered a Tisell 40mm flieger style pilot watch with a B-dial. What's your take on the brand? Do you have any direct or indirect experience regarding Tisell? Seems to be relatively unknown. The specs for the watch seemed like great value for money. I was deciding between a Laco and the Tisell but ended up with the Tisell due to pricing and size.

Off topic but I bought my first 'real' watch. Seiko skx009k1. Great starter watch but its probably one of the coolest things I own. Thanks for helping me get started.

Lovely video again mate....love the advice......cheers.

Great and informative video TGV, much appreciated. Always learning. I thimk it is diffucult to find a trustworthy watch repairer. Thank you.

Great information, always learning something new every day. I found a site called Watch Sluth it is all about Seiko watches. Picked up two watches SNK789 and SNK809 to start my watch collection. The adventure begins. Cheers

I have the Lincoln!! :) love it!!

I have one chronograph. It's the Sea-gull 1963. I love its vintage looks

you are my favourite channel for style advice

Thanks for amazing info please i need help to know about wakmann chronograph is it deserve i bought 2 watches founded never used but with separated box and i went to local watch maker so he merged and it working perfect whats you review thanks dear

Loved the intro. Keep up the good work!

As usual excellent video, i have a German small manufacturer Chrono ( Hugo von Eyck - Toliman) and i am really happy with the quality and the design, i always wanted to get a vintage chrono and get it restored, but i got a classic Oris and Favre-Leube 37mm instead :)

Ant Anstead (Wheeler Dealers) built his own version (Tipo 158) of that Alfa Romeo in the Britix advert. Love the watch Tristano 👍 My grandfather had an Eberhard that I really wanted but being the third oldest I lost out on inheriting it.

What a great video and a great watch!

@theurbangentry

6 жыл бұрын

Thank you Ben :D Best regards, TGV

Really nice video, and funny that I recently found a vintage Felca (A brand, which I believe, to be similar to Brixit where most knowledge are lost history) Chronograph with a Landeron 148 and was looking for information of similar pieces from the same period

I take an initial service into the price. My Gallet Flying Officer was $700... I knew that would be a factor. But he does a complete overhaul and it's pretty much like new.

this information is very interesting and enriching! I took apart A Breitling Navitimer AOPA cosmograph 24 hour in 1967, but this is not a hobby for ordinary people anymore! Be real!

Great video! You should definitely make a playlist for new collectors.

I'm a complete amateur regarding vintage watches and watches, generally. I am learning; and it's fun. I enjoyed the video.

I was watching “House of Cards: US“ and saw Doug Stamper’s wrist. Instantly I identified it as a Britling. He had the same watch for all 6 seasons. This is how useful that timepiece is as a Go-To-Watch.

beautiful chrono... will be keeping my eye for updates. might even buy it off you if you decide to sell... 34mm chronograph intrigues me.

Do you have any reccomendations for watch makers in England?

Great video as always.

I purchased a Baume et Mercier chronograph that is EXACTLY the same as this watch. Same movement and case. My question is do the chronograph buttons wiggle (slightly loose) in the case? Mine do?

On a complese aside, I'd like to give you some quick props for the Pusher DVD in your collection. One of my favourite trilogies.

Another great video keep up!

Great info here! I'm waffling about where to send my Heuer 2446 GMT. It needs a new crown as well. I've seen some on Ebay for as much as 500.00!

Brilliant video, as usual. Referencing the BRITIX Poster; The Grille of the "vintage race car " shown, is very 'Teutonic' Gran Prix / Formula One race car in design ... very reminiscent of the Mercedes- 'W-!54' and the Auto Unions of the pre-WWII era.

@johnpowell5433

6 жыл бұрын

RoaroftheTiger : I was thinking more like an Alfa-Romeo, especially as the car is red. Whatever it is that's a great poster.

Hi Tristano! Could you please recommend a good watchmaker in London?

Epic intro!

That Tiger you sold me contains a 7750 and I think that's just fine. It's a strong workhorse, easy to service and great parts availability. Interestingly my Shorokhoff chronograph uses a vintage Poljot movement (that AS totally revamps) which is based on an old Valjoux movement design. A lot of your points in this video could apply to any complication not just chronographs - parts availability, ease of repair... A very interesting video with some great points. Ciao, John

@theurbangentry

6 жыл бұрын

How interesting, I am due to review one of their watches at some point. I am glad you got the Tiger, it's a hell of a watch and you don't have to worry about it, just enjoy it! I feel the same way about my Fortis and Navi. Thank you John, so glad you found it interesting, mission complete! Best regards, TGV

@chrisstorey605

6 жыл бұрын

John Price i

Just the perfect video to come home to after a long day of work. I missed the sale of your moded Seiko yesterday by 32 minutes. Aahhhh! Keep up the awesome work TGV!

@theurbangentry

6 жыл бұрын

Thank you sir, very much appreciated my friend. Sorry about missing the sale, I am sure there will be more, I am already in the process of having another made, I just find it too fun. Best regards, TGV

@sagartewari1990

6 жыл бұрын

The Urban Gentry : Whenever I get a like or comment from you on my Facebook posts or KZread comments, i get in trouble. There is this weird smile that comes on and my girlfriend starts doubting me haha

From the title, I first thought this was to be a cautionary tale of a vintage watch purchase gone horribly awry. Points well made though about knowing the true condition of the watch, complexity of the movement, availability of parts, and (most informatively) the condition of the case and related components. Still, as always, your obvious and enthusiastic passion for this challenge shines through. I daresay bringing this Britix back from the brink of time and neglect is a noble endeavor indeed. I look forward to a follow up video or at least a wrist check sometime in the not too distant future showing us the end result. Cheers.

Awesome video, what would you say about the reliability of modern Zenith El Primero (~2010-present) chronographs?

Got my very first automatic watch at Saltzman's!

Dear TGV, please bring back the Aria da Capo intro! It's the most beautiful guitar solo i've ever heard in my life

Couldn't agree more. Don't get rid of the Navi! But, I'm stunned that you're considering getting rid of Subby! You won't lose much, if you do TGV. What's got you considering getting rid, besides the Explorer?

What it would be the value for a Brix? first time I heard of them and I really like the design so I looked up and I found one for 1,000. is it wort it? undone watches are very similar, any experience with those watches?

Nice tip of the cap to 'George Hanson'

A wonder if there is hope for discontinued movements when it comes to fabricating parts through 3D printing. Wouldn't that be neat.

Great information! Going to get a Dan Henry and skip the restoration and expense

@theurbangentry

6 жыл бұрын

A wise and trouble free move, enjoy! They make great watches. Thank you Rudy, Best regards, TGV

I learned this lesson very hard (to the tune of 2k...). Do your due diligence.

Tgv, can you talk about rado watches?

Hi , Love the video but was you aware that the nato strap is exactly the same one as the rifles regiment in the British army ?

Amazing video! I personally keep it with my Seiko SSA305J1. Not a chrono but I love it, really! Many people complain about the pricing for a 4Rxx movement, but to be honest, I have not had any problems with it, it runs about -8s/day out of the box while wearing it. Maybe one day I will get a chrono too!

Watch that appear at 17:08, looks gorgeous, have more info about?

my favourite video setting!