Watch Expert Builds the BEST $1,000 WATCH COLLECTION
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$1,000 is all you need to create the ULTIMATE WATCH COLLECTION!! In all seriousness though, you can get some UNBELIEVABLE SH!T for under a grand... Here's what I came up with 😂
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Nico I can’t thank you enough for single-handedly igniting my love of watches. I’m hoping to get my first luxury watch before the end of year and I have you to blame so thank you.
@devpartap9748
Жыл бұрын
which watch is it?
@HNemo880
Жыл бұрын
@@devpartap9748 various different options including but not limited to, planet ocean 6000m in titanium, royal oak, LUC louis ulysee the tribute, but I’m gonna toss it up on the subreddit when I make a decision and buy
@HNemo880
Жыл бұрын
@@mrpool8565 i can wear a 46mm no problem so might just do that
@CorneliusEdwardoWinstonThe2nd
Жыл бұрын
@@HNemo880 royal oak is the way
@simonostinelli493
Жыл бұрын
Lol What are you thinking of getting? I'm looking at buying my first Rolex in the next couple of months,I was always set on my first luxury watch being a Rolex but Nicco has gone and messed things up because I might get an Ap!!!! I think I want a Sub though love them so much!
A better title: “Nico try’s to buy watches like the rest of us.”
@gaaraxdk
Жыл бұрын
"That is over budget". Can relate.
@aminsaid4379
Жыл бұрын
🤣🤣🤣
@vandalg282
Ай бұрын
I mean $1000 isn't hard to make if you have a decent job.
@bjwkusgxjdks
Ай бұрын
What’s bros net worth?
@orangemc9358
24 күн бұрын
@@vandalg282 Define "decent" in this economy, for quite some time now.
Patiently waiting for Nico to do various watch mystery boxes, I'd definitely buy a few to build my collection, new or used watches
Wow, Nico mentioning Ice Watch felt like being transported back in time :) This is the content that most average watch collectors are looking for. Style, history, quality, and class without burning a hole in our wallets. Looking forward to more of this. Awesome job guys!
@Justin-xn8oi
Жыл бұрын
agreed, I made a fairly decent living and still can only afford this price range.
Love to see you doing videos like this! Next time, do a $5,000 budget.
@carrioncrow8191
Жыл бұрын
Or $2500
@jimrod4539
Жыл бұрын
5k is what i want as well
@shko-mi
Жыл бұрын
He just did it mate
@marcussrensen6325
Жыл бұрын
He just uploaded it now! ; )
@asniffer6532
Жыл бұрын
@@jimrod4539 With 5K I would grab a Omega Seamaster and with the spare a Bell & Ross. Nice two high value watches to start a collection. No casio or seiko bs.
When you hit $10,000.00 mark for collecting, would love to see the Teddy Baldassare collab, 5 watches, fans vote on the better collection, loser has to send the winner a watch (any watch, but the sentiment of having a watch to signify the victory that can be remembered would be quite cool)
@tehjamerz
Жыл бұрын
Teddy is a dweeb
@HRM.H
Жыл бұрын
Nico is the opposite of everything Teddy stands for
@somethingwild5605
Жыл бұрын
@@HRM.H how so?
@Yos115
Жыл бұрын
Those extra 00s confused me for a second there. Lmao my tired eyes read it as $10,000,000
@armandr1613
Жыл бұрын
@@somethingwild5605 I agree with you. Its clear to see they're polar opposite personalities but in terms of watch preference not far off.
My favourite video of yours so far. Educational, inspirational and entertaining. I'd love to see a $10,000 collection. 5 watches, from 5 different brands, 1 has to be God tier casio, 5 different colours, 5 different watch types, 5 different strap materials.
Great content, Nico! Here in the Philippines, one can build a budget collection with Seiko SNKs, Alba, Timex, Casio & Axis watch. I vouch for Axis because of three main reason: they are sturdy af, water resistance is on point, and it is all-stainless steel. Have 2 axis watches ( a 2-tone dress watch & a stainless black dial beater) for over 3 years. Axis watches are marketed as a Timex sub-brand. I also own 2 Alba watches (a leather strap date watch & a chrograph), & finishing quality is top-notch, being a Seiko sub-brand. ..and of course all my 4 watches are quartz, and im honestly proud.❤
Nico is a true influencer. Nobody ever will appreciate aftermarket diamonds on a watch after hearing Nico 😂👌🏼. Producer Michael en TraxNYC are living examples 😂
Yall should make this a series. Very entertaining video
Really appreciate this content. Really shows that Nico is indeed a TRUE watch enthusiast. From dirt cheap watch to ridiculous price watch, Nico knows it all i mean from history to any back story haha
Great list & I appreciate you making something tangible. As a Seiko fan I was looking forward to see the pick. However it’s good learning about some different brands.
@EthanRom
Жыл бұрын
Gets boring after hearing Seiko 5 in like every youtube video. I’m glad he went more obscure
Hey Nico!! Love the idea..Can you continue doing it as a series?? Love from Egypt❤❤
Loved this one 👏👏 Surly nico got to be doing his whole watch collection Xmas special. And the back story’s behind them We’ve seen a few but not the whole collection
That tag Heuer in the video I believe is the same one my dad had when he passed away a family member got it but I'm buying this watch in the next couple months so excited more for the feeling from owning the watch then saying it's a tag Heuer ♥️
@ftrctyvreycertcewtcwrgcwef6000
Жыл бұрын
sucks that a family member got it. was it directly blood related or cousin if i may ask? maybe you could buy it back from him/her instead?
@matthewrobinson2831
Жыл бұрын
@@ftrctyvreycertcewtcwrgcwef6000 it was my dad's but tbh at the time I was a kid. I feel like they did that out off the thought off keeping the watch safe and well looked after it is what it is but he adores the watch and looks after it so well. I know that watch is well looked after and loved so I'm gonna buy my one to maybe one day pass down to someone
Would love to see an updated version of this challenge. I need budget options.
What website is he using?
@ncc-pr8po
8 ай бұрын
chrono24 -- its a website for preowned watches but sometimes it can feel a bit shady
@liamanglin5038
3 ай бұрын
It looks like Chrono24
@mashqueiroz7230
3 ай бұрын
Chrono24
@BigJetSkiCS
3 ай бұрын
I know it’s been 5 months but it’s chrono24
@aI1baba
2 ай бұрын
@@martinmilev611 you cant read?
Which website is he using to buy the watches?
@j.dominickcatane246
6 ай бұрын
Looks like Chrono24
Single handedly made Watch content fun
My budget collection would probably be something like this: 1) Tissot prx 35mm quartz 2) Seiko skx007 3) Sea-Gull 1963 38mm Panda Chronograph
@anupbhuzel
Жыл бұрын
That was my exact choice...and adding casioak...😅😅😅
@tunapolat3406
Жыл бұрын
Hi. May I learn why did you choose 35mm quartz version of PRX, instead of Powermatic 80 movement?
@vissiegames5815
Жыл бұрын
@@tunapolat3406 because the mechanical version is a few hundred dollars more lol
@anupbhuzel
Жыл бұрын
@@tunapolat3406 trying to keep it under 1000$..
@robertt.7608
Жыл бұрын
Funny i was about to post mine which is quite simular. 1. Casio G-Shock ~ 85 $ 2. Sea Gull 1963 Red Star Panda Ref.: 1963-7 ~ 270 $ 3. Tissot PRX Automatic ~ 600 $
Spot on hitting the price, congratulations, that was not easy!! Very well balanced selection, too. And you made me think about maybe getting a Swatch after all for myself. I bought my son a nice Swatch Quartz Chronograph last year with a steel case and a beautiful blue dial, and it does not look like a toy either.
4:08 😂😂😂😂 how did I catch that lol
Literally thanks for this man ! I’ve be wanting to start a watch collection but never knew where to begin… well now I have options !
Actually very grateful for this video as I don’t think I’ll ever be able to afford a luxury watch. But this gave me hope! Love that the channels not just for the people who are better off with money!
My love for watches has grown phenomenally since watching your videos. Have around 2k to push on a watch but might have to start with a few of these picks. As for videos I’d love to see a challenge where you can only chose different colours of face.
What a great video Man! Loved it. Ebel on my radar now, much appreciated! Congrats on the Baby too man.
What is the website he was using to find those watches?
Personally my best watch that fits into those restrictions is my RADO World Travel Automatic from the 1960s...lovely for 250 👌
@weaselGRM
Жыл бұрын
Uuuuu, that is SLICK! :o
Love the idea of this series. Would be great to see a 2.5k, 5k and 10k video top!
Outstanding video, mate! I can see that you have a true passion for watches. Please, do another video like this!
Other youtubers in watch world have done this challenge, but you f***ing went hard into a class collection. As a guy who has loved watches for over 30 years now and does not make what he used to, this was inspiring. I can add to my collection, keep it in budget, and not have to relegate myself to just Seiko, citizen, invicta, etc. Good sh*t is out there in budget! Class!
@marekkram5608
Жыл бұрын
True some are way better as well.
@marekkram5608
Жыл бұрын
Rado moves amazing for its price
@marekkram5608
Жыл бұрын
The best overall is Grand seiko price and movement ❤️❤️❤️
@ssiipp7848
6 ай бұрын
"Relegate yourself to Seiko" The fucking fuck are you saying?
I love this series!! I don't have the most disposable income for watches but this teaches me I can still collect some awesome watches 👍🏻👍🏻.
I have found Swatch thanks to Nico and I couldn’t be more grateful. By far my favorite watch brand, I love the look of traditional watches like the Rolex Daytona, but there’s something about Swatch that calls to me. Also Swatch is one of the way more affordable luxury brands!
"Vintage... from the early 2000s" Man didn't need to violate all of us like that.
Love this as a new series. How about $2500, microbrands and independent watch makers only.
You should tell us what a balanced watch collection includes (with some examples of course)
@devinegamingtv3427
Жыл бұрын
Why not folow your own taste og intrest? :)
@jackmendoza9179
Жыл бұрын
@@devinegamingtv3427 i do pick watches based off my taste but I still want a balanced collection and as a newer watch guy I just don’t know what that looks like 🤷🏽♂️
@devinegamingtv3427
Жыл бұрын
@@jackmendoza9179 Oh, got ya. I started wth a Seiko, then got myself a Casio Mudmaster GWG-1000. Now I myself is unsure what do build upon, but i´m thinking maybe a Timex or a Tissot. Only "Time" will tell! :)
@jackmendoza9179
Жыл бұрын
@@devinegamingtv3427 ah good recommendations I want a seiko I need to look into the terminology for the different kinds of watches like a sport watch dress watch casual watch stuff like that
@devinegamingtv3427
Жыл бұрын
@@jackmendoza9179 You can never go wrong with a Seiko :)
Amazing content Nico and team I have been binging every video of yours! Can't wait to get into the god tier club! 🙌 Can you a video on you working on a watch? Or some of the micro bands that are good to get?
Loved this and the 5k one! Would love to see you do more, but maybe just for two watches, an everyday wear and an occasion wear. Do it for budgets like 1k, 2.5k and 5k.
I had a neon yellow and pink swatch watch when I was a kid. Imo, it was the best watch ever made.
I think vintage 1960’s 70’s is a good way to go. You can sometimes find old mechanical like omegas very affordable. And they’re cool 😎
I would love this series at different price points
Great video. The closing jab at Hublot was worth the wait as I just knew it was coming at some point in the proceedings.
This is exactly the kind of video I was hoping for! Not your usual affordable watches, apart from the GShock, definitely didn’t expect a Longines in this. Tag Heuer I’ve seen for a few hundred in pawn shops and such but they’re always weird models which I don’t vibe with. Excellent video mate!
While I understand your opinion on Steinhart, it has to be said that they have some really solid designs they made themselves and that everything they produce is pretty high quality for the price. Even if you buy a GMT homage, you will probably not find something closer to the original with better quality for the price. Highly recommend Steinhart.
Man i love this video so much, love seeing Nico struggles with budget lmao
Loved the video, we need more of those hidden used gems at a decent price
Its amazing to see how much your channel has grown. Keep up the good work
@IdokoKelvin
Жыл бұрын
Hit me up on telegram to claim your prizes 🏆 with the above details you worn a prize 🖕🖕🖕
Not to be a party pooper. I do love Nico a lot too. (Although he explodes my ear drums every time I push play on one of his videos) But I think he sort of missed the point of this type of video a little bit. The collection videos are not made to show specific bargains one can obtain after tedious searching, but rather intended for factory fresh watches one can get for the given price points. I would like to know Nico's detailed opinion on islander watches, Vostok or some Orient and Seiko watches that in my opinion, would have brilliantly found their place in this video, without devaluating the premise of having a proper watch collection. Just sharing my opinion, big love to Belfast, I promise that if I ever get my hands on enough money to buy a luxury timepiece, I will head straight to "the vault"! ;) Greetings from the French Alps!
@SpookyMcGhee
Жыл бұрын
I own a couple Vostoks, I've got a Amphibia and a Komandirskie and I'm surprised Vostok didn't make the list. Both of my Vostoks have been through hell and back on a daily basis (wear them at my machine shop) and they're not damaged nearly at all minus a few minor scratches and scuffs. Great watches, very durable and very accurate especially for the price.
Love this!!! Price range is definitely closer to what I would go for… Would be interesting to see. incremental series to 2500, 3000, 4000 etc… would be great 👍
What website is he using to find the used watches?
My list: 1. Used Tag Heuer Quartz ~ $220 (Just for the brand) 2. Tissot Le Locle Petite Seconds automatic ~ $280 (Dress) 3. Casio Oak ~ $99 (Rugged) 4. Seiko5 SRPD Sports ~ $220 (Sports/Swimming) 5. Timex Quartz Waterbury Chronograph ~ $65 (Chronograph) Remaining Amount: $106. Can buy either straps for seiko5 or buy another snkl23/snkl45 using that… whichever is cheaper…
@Davidcryptoo
7 ай бұрын
Actually better than his one
@harshsheth5545
7 ай бұрын
@@Davidcryptoo thanks
@wahidkarzai4101
6 ай бұрын
Where can I find the timex for 65?
@timdolan6162
Ай бұрын
What is the best website for used watches?
Nico, please make more of those! A $3000 mechanical watch collection would be nice😊
Okay that random moan at 4:09 got me hahahaha. Awesome video. I feel so validated as a guy who has only owned used watches
Dude that's crazy last video I was literally thinking he should do a video about like an affordable watch collection like top five picks under $500 or something. Great job Nico
What site is he using for the watches?
@pmgglobal3703
Жыл бұрын
Yea I’m wondering where I can buy a Tag Heuer for $228 😂
@vivekkolli459
8 ай бұрын
Chrono24
I like that it wasn't the same old boring choices. We need more of these videos!
I liked the video & won't lie there are probably alot of viewers(like myself) that appreciate many of the watches, but most of watches we are going to buy are maybe max $10k. So knowing options is great because there are some amazing watch brands that, for you probably what you would call budget brands but for me & many others on higher end of our budgets not saying it's not a dream to get say a Royal Oak but that will take time to save where I could get some quicker. Like I get it's not a high end brand but like I have 2 from a company called Egard most of theirs are under a grand but me personally I like them. But my next 2 purchases are going to be a Rado & Probably Tudor or if I see a Pan I like within my range.
Just started getting into watches. I like your style of giving the history behind the watch/brand. Got my like/sub.
It would be cool if Nico wrote a book on watches... I mean I wouldn't buy or read it but it'd be cool
@marcopiunti9856
Жыл бұрын
Lol
When he said"a watch collection can never when it doesn't contain a GOD tier G-SHOCK I kissed my casioak 😘
Some cool Citizen and Seiko out there :)
Ayyy Genius video idea 💰waiting for the $5k budget episode👀
I was hoping to see the G Shock GSTB400D-A1 on this list lol probably the nicest watch I have in my humble small collection
what website does he use to find watches?
@zach9554
Жыл бұрын
Chrono24
Hamilton Khaki King and a Seiko Arnie. You cover almost all bases and will have like $50 left over for straps
Id love to see you include a microbrand or two. I know there are so many out there, but there has to be one or two you are familiar with and appreciate. I own a few Lum-Tec, Magrette, Gruppo Gamme and love them all for unique styling and most importantly value
Orient anyone?
Finally a video for us broke people 😂
YES MORE OF THESE!!
I seldom watch your videos but so glad you picked the Tag Heuer exactly same as what I have for more than 10 years now and still working. ❤
What website did you use to find the watches??
@hj2963
Жыл бұрын
Chrono24
What website do you use to buy watches?
@JoaquimBamberg
Жыл бұрын
Chrono24.
10 $1000 watches video please. I think this is a good price point for a regular person that is looking to treat themselves
In Nico I trust! I'm so glad to have found your channel & thanks for introducing brands I've never heard off. And yes, Casio is definitely God's Tier💪
Tissot or Hamilton and a G-Shock, job done that's all you need.
I adore the swatch system 51. I'm glad that he chose it. This is a watch I will definitely own
He is honestly the best , I never knew I had such an interest in watches since I started watching him , Thank you Nico !
Prx automatic + gshock ga2100 + a seiko 5 there u go🙏
whats the website that he's buying these watches from?
@Guylanson23
Жыл бұрын
Chrono24
Boris Becker, Niki Lauda & Alan Prost wore/wear Ebel. Boris holding the Wimbledon cup in 1985 wearing an Ebel is still iconic.
Very nice video n great collection for 1000$ me being a watch lover own swatch, Tissot, Hamilton n Seiko....but please can you say which site u used to buy the Tag Heuer
Pre watch comment: there better be a Seiko Diver Post watch comment: should have gone the “easy route”! Every collection needs a Seiko!
@ungabungus01
Жыл бұрын
This, that list was piss poor. More of them could have been automatic, should have had the orient kamasu, seiko 5, the classic 45-50 dollar g shock 5600, and he would have had 600-700 dollars for the other 2 watches and could've gotten a hamilton or something
@tristanplatts8869
Жыл бұрын
@@ungabungus01 I can see we are on the same page here!
I grew up in the 90s and back than those Tag Heuer divers where the coolest thing ever. The looked so alien yet so classic. And quartz was seen as an enormous plus.
Couple dutch words slipped through at 7:51 😂 “zie je dat”
Ice watch with their Lego like stackable boxes😂
What site is he using? To buy the watches
@kevinlopez2284
Жыл бұрын
He's using Chrono24
Mrs Charlotte is legit and her method works like magic I keep on earning every single week with her new strategy
@janeddins3405
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for introducing me to Mrs Charlotte
@janeddins3405
Жыл бұрын
Expert Mrs Charlotte she's really amazing with an amazing skills she changed my 0.3btc to 2.1btc
@francissmith4728
Жыл бұрын
Who's this professional everyone is talking about I always see her post on top comment on every KZread video I watched
@francissmith4728
Жыл бұрын
I think I'm interested how can I get in touch with Mrs Charlotte
@larrykingsley2272
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the recommendation
6:21 Young Nico really look like Foggy Nelson from Daredevil series.. 😂
The Tag Hauer was a classic W for Nico! :D
What site is he using to find all of these? I wanna shop lol You rock Nico
Website ?!!!?!?!?
Excellents choices ! You could have choosen a Timex instead of an used more prestigious one. I buy only new, but from Casio, Swatch, Kelton (a vintage brand, a former Timex associate that has been revived recently), Citizen . My most expansive watch is a Swatch and despite this I have fun.
Please release more of these at different price points, live your taste in watches and I’m interested in seeing more!
Well done Nico. I came here expecting couple of g shocks, few seikos and citizens, maybe one microbrand. Quite diverse and different approach. Watch world is amazing.
Your passion and knowledge of watches shines through in this video.
@JesterStarthak
Жыл бұрын
Fake
WE WANT TO SEE YOUR WATCH COLLECTION NICO YOU’RE KILLING US!!!!
This was soo good great job Nico
7:51 "zie je dat" 😂
Hi Nico, very imformative, may i know which website you browse for these watches, because im facing challenge to find the models or even the price to match your description
I want to thank you for educating me on the watch industry