7 Reasons To Own A Watch 

Someone told me once that the automatic watch he is wearing was powered by his grandfather’s everyday movement. Now that watch is powered by his everyday movement. It was beautiful.

Must've checked my watch 50 times yesterday, 2 or 3 times to actually find out the time.

I am from a poor family from the Philippines but the only thing my dad gave to me before he passed away was his vintage citizen mechanical watch from the 90's. it still works like new.it may have no financial value but for me it is the most expensive watch in the world. it paved the way for me to start my collection, seiko snkl23 being my first bought automatic watch. and my son will have them when my time comes to an end.

As a soldier, a watch will always be a required tool for now and the foreseeable future. There are places where Bluetooth smart watches can't go and are even controlled on some establishments. This leaves the trusted basic watch to keep you on track. Something that has always stuck with me, was a saying I heard during Basic Training: "If you don't meet your timings, people die!" On the surface, that seems just a little over the top. But it underscores the necessity and importance for time appreciation. You can accomplish a lot in just 5 mins.

Teddy, let’s get an update of your collection. 👌🏼

You say watches aren’t necessary with the emergence of technology, but how would I tell the time without my watch! Look at my phone like some barbarian?

My watches don’t just tell me the time of day...but they serve as a reminder of the time I have on this earth. With every glance at the dial, its looking back at you ...reminding you to cease the day and make every moment in Time ( pun intended ) count. LOVE my watches.

I got a watch to avoid looking at my phone so often and getting distracted. It really helps me get into work mode.

8. Watches are art you carry with you.

This shld be the most important vid of your channel. It represents the 'WHY' behind everything..

Isn't it fascinating that something that tells time can be timeless.

Hello Teddy its comforting to know that some one of your generation has such passion , knowledge and respect of an art and craft that is timeless , every time I hear the stories of your grand fathers it brings a tear to my eye , my grandfather left England to go to South Africa and ended up in Australia , my Dad left Australia and came to Canada , both in search of a better life .which they found !!! their stories need to be remembered and appreciated ,thanks for sharing yours !!!

Wearing watches to me just shows a level of maturity along with just being fun to do so

A mechanical watch, or rather a timepiece, embodies an elegant way to appreciate and reflect on the passing of time. It elevates the simple act of wanting to know what time it is. It’s also an opportunity to have a beautiful, and functional piece of jewelry for a man (or woman).

No need to apologize, all points, even the sappy ones, are valid. For me, my collection is being built to leave to my grandson so that he will have tangible and very personal reminders of me and my love for him. And you thought you could be sappy.

Watches are the ultimate tattoos. They mean something, they tell a story. They are an extention of your personality and a way of expressing yourself. Just with watches you get to change it up every day to match your mood or the occassion.

I used to be an Apple Watch lover and I have had one through almost every series. I always had to have the latest... and I realized that I want something that I can have my whole life, and I really wanted something that didn’t ding on my wrist every single time I had a notification. So, I saved up and got an mechanical watch. I’m so happy.

Having gone through the winter storms in Texas this last week, at 5 days without power, and rolling outages, my Omega was our constant. If things go south, a good watch is a necessity

As a psychologist, I need a watch at work. It would be quite awkward if I had to check the time on my smartphone during the session 😉

Well said Teddy. Your passion for watches is infectious.My dad gave me his watch (he bought it when I was born) when I turned 21 and it never left my wrist. That was 29 years ago. my oldest son turns 21 in 3 years time and I will have the watch serviced and pass on to him. I will be sad as it has been a part of me for so long and we have been through many ups and downs in this life together but now is the time for another adventure for the watch. I am looking for my next watch….will be tough.

I appreciate you sharing your family story. I think it’s important for everyone to know and really understand their family’s story, especially when there is watches involved!

Well said Teddy, thank you. I also love the symbiosis between my automatic watch and I. It will continue to run and tell time as long as I continue to live and move. If I stop, my watch will stop. Every time I look at it it reminds me I’m alive. 😊

In 1987, my maternal grandfather passed away and I asked if I could keep his Bulova Senator as it was something I held as a memory of him. I have cherished this piece. In fact, I wore his watch on my wedding day and it stands as a reminder of this hard working Teamster immigrant from Poland who meant so much to me in my childhood. My two sons often ask to see it and to hear stories of my times with him and I'm proud to share his legacy. I also have in my collection a Wittnauer that belonged to my paternal grandfather who died shortly after my birth. Sadly, my own father never spoke of his dad and after losing my father more than a decade ago, I've lost the opportunity to learn more about him or of the watch. The irony is that this well-worn, and slightly broken timepiece sits metaphorically silent and his story has faded away. But as you also mentioned in your video, I am the only legacy of our family name and that watch is part of our history. My collection is modest, but each piece represents a part of my life and tells a story. None hold monetary value, but the stories are priceless which is what made your video so touching. After watching that video last night, I realize that the watch is something bigger than me. I get to enjoy it and pass it on just as my grandfathers' watches were passed on to me. And I can only hope someday that my stories are shared as my boys talk to their children while wearing one of my watches. Thank you for the opportunity to share my story as I was really touched by yours.

I fell down the rabbit hole 4 years ago and havent looked back! They are incredible pieces of Art, History and Design. Not to mention the sentimental value when they are passed down generation to generation. Great Video as always Teddy!

I started wearing watches everyday, because of convenience, I didn't want to pull out my phone every time I needed to know the time, sometimes I don't even have my phone on me. And that how it started for me.

One of the best episodes. Sometimes it’s just satisfying to think about these “objets” we are so obsessed with in a philosophical manner. Thanks for all you do, and thanks for sharing some of the family history Teddy

I love this channel. I've become a watch guy in less than a week. I had a dream about watches last night. This is greaat.

Absolutely on the money! Being into watches is not just the prestige of owning a certain brand or a large collection. It is the experience of owning a watch or watches that mean something to you. From my dad's 1949 Omega Bumper, to his 1964 Bulova Accutron, to the 1968 Accutron my parents gave to me for my college graduation, and to my non-family related Doxas, Grand Seikos, Ball, Bertucci and Rolex, I have the privilege and joy of owning and wearing these watches. I enjoy them for any number of reasons, not just because they tell time. But, I do truly enjoy them. Well done Teddy!

I told a mid 20s female Coworker that I bought a new automatic watch. She asked what exactly that meant so I roughly explained the concept of my movements powering it and she was just like "You are lying, that doesn't exist" :D She does believe me now though, after I showed her the movement.

Thank you, Teddy. Your discussion struck a chord with me and how I connect with my collection of timepieces. I too have watches from my father and grandfather and those which they gave me over the years and are daily reminders of family history and the good times we shared together. Yours was one of the best videos of all time for me. thank you.

Love how all of our watches that were passed down from grandparents are on the elastic spidel style band. I have an Omega Seamster passed down from my grandfather with the elastic band. Proud to say that I was able to get a nice leather strap with deployment clasp from your site to make it wearable for me.

This video insights are sublime. The level of introspection that make you appreciate this beautiful and complex mechanical machines is inspirational. Thanks for the addition. Love it!

Watches help me express my style but also remind me of how I felt at that time, from watches I use for work, to everyday outings, watches it turns out are a type of photo album that I can look back and remember, plus a lovely piece to see on my wrist always brings a smile

Thank you so much! Your channel ready brought me into my tiny little watch collection. I think it’s a really cool and fun hobby and your videos really helped me find and appreciate watches.

Seriously Teddy....you got us all up in the feels! This by far is one of my favourite videos from you because you go deep and explain the reasons why we love time pieces! :)

I truly loved this video! I've been following your channel for a while. You make great videos and you are very knowledgeable. But this video in particular, was so emotional and rational at the same time. Really a great great video!!!

I’m with you all the way on this video, Teddy. I have both my grandfather’s watches and my father’s watch (Omega Seamaster bumper). Their value and meaning to me can’t be measured. I often look at my own Damasko and hope it stays with one of my children after I’m gone. A really excellent video!

That part about everything else coming and going but watches staying with us for a long time is very cool. In 10 years you probably won’t have half the stuff you have now but that watch will still be with you accompanying you as you grow older and experience life!

Very touching about your family. I love your energy and share your passion for watches.

Thanks for sharing Teddy... your channel is a wealth of information and has re-kindled my love of watches that began years ago for me. Keep up the great work!

Beautifully put! One of your very best videos. Kudos!!!

Amazing episode. Thanks for sharing your family story.

To me, watch collecting is really something to look forward to... it keeps me motivated and in fact, this hobby helped me through depression

Fantastic video and essay...not sappy at all, rather a statement of the reason behind collecting, the art, soul, and the sentiment. Well done!!!

Your passion and enthusiasm is much appreciated!

Thanks for sharing! Loved the content, especially family stories!

This was not what I was expecting when searching for this title, but this video made more and more sense, good job in putting it all into such a well thought out list. Respect.

Love the video! I think another reason to own a watch it's that it sends the sublime message that you are a responsible person, that you are someone that is punctual and professional.

Out of all the videos i haved watched of your i like this one the best the story you telling is on point like no other keep up the great videos that you make SIR !!!

Great video! Love the vintage watches. I started wearing a watch in the military. It was a must, and not just a fashion statement. That was before mobile phones. I still wear a watch today, although now it does carry that small label of being a fashion statement for me. It is much easier to look at my watch to tell time, than it is to pull the phone out of my pocket. Watches are engineering masterpieces. They remind me of a vehicle engine, because everything has to be timed to run in sync. I have my grandfather's 1947 salmon dial, silver case, second hand sub dial, bumper automatic. He was a doctor in Chicago through the great depression and WWII. He retired in 1961. When he passed in 1991, his watch was handed down to my father. My father passed a year later and the Tissot was handed down to me. It is more than just a watch. It is a timepiece that has shared 74 years of memories.

Beautiful video. spoken from the heart.

Enjoyed this one Teddy. You did a great job putting into words what so many of us feel about our watches. We love their form and function buts sometimes they can have meaning too. Keep up the good work.

For me, a watch is a great way of monumenting a special occasion. You can safely buy a good watch after an achievement and it will last forever. You can’t really buy anything else like that for me.

Excellent commentary, thank for sharing the perspective.

Time is the most primordial dimension in which spirit and matter intersect. And a nice reminder that life is temporary.

Really enjoyed this video, loved the more personal touch. As you’re someone that I watch for entertainment reasons, it’s been nice to learn more about you as a person ☺️

Thank you for sharing your family's story Ted!

I have 7 watches at least 14 years old. All bought with my own hard earned money.

Very insightful Teddy. Like this side of you. Makes me think why I'm into watches on my side. Thanks for sharing.

Teddy, you did a great job. These are the exact things that I wanted to feel and know about collecting watches. 100% I have totally agreed with you and thanks again for your fantastic comments.

Great piece Teddy - so true!

always great content!

Teddy, very well said. Emotion is definitely a component of owning, wearing, and learning about watches, and for me mechanical watches. The fact that mechanical watches are still being made and being sold by the millions, shows that a lot of people still appreciate the mechanical arts, the people who still practice it, and the steeped history that has brought us to today's creations. I'm glad you were inspired by your grandfather's and great grandfather's watches. I too am lucky to have a 1909 made Elgin pocket watch from my grandfather, who was born in 1887. Another watch very dear to my heart, though not a wrist or pocket watch, is a plastic-cased Tag Heuer flyback mechanical stopwatch. It was issued to me in the Air Force in 1989 and was carried/used quite frequently on many missions.

Great video! I’ve loved your channel for maybe a year now. This one is extra-special, love the heart and thought behind your passion. You expressed it very well!

This is my favourite video from you Teddy, loved your stories for the watches that were handed down to you (I have one from my grandfather with a similar story). I also hadn't thought about them being one of the few things I have that isn't disposable, great point and I totally agree!

You hit one out of the ballpark today !! I haven't been into this long enough to feel as sentimental as you have, but I hope I can later. You made me feel proud to be in the hobby. Thanks so much, Teddy.

This is the mentality of a mature collector. Thank you for sharing Teddy.

I agree with you Teddy 100%, I love watches since I was a kid and still do.

Thanks Teddy, a most substantial presentation, with many points convincingly, personally and genuinely made. Indeed, many of us are fortunate enough to possess much which we desire, but don't need to survive. Investing time in a hobby or interest which draws you and from which you benefit and gain enjoyment seems a positive way to spend some of that time.

Amazing video.. You are taking things to a whole new level... Congratulations... Keep up the great work....

You summed up why I do this. I'll be watching this again and again. 10/10 and thank you.

One of your best. Thank you for sharing Teddy.

I appreciate you sync'ing the second hands of the Sinn, Ham and Explorer :) Cool video, Teddy. Thanks.

I love the passion of this video, a beautiful presentation on the joy of watches.

I loved this episode for so many reasons. Thanks for sharing, Teddy.

Love this video especially the very moving story of your family.

Teddy, This was a brilliant video. I have my grandfather’s pocket watch, my father’s chronograph. They tie me to the last in ways that are hard to describe. Thanks for saying the things most of us know but don’t put into words.

Excellent video Teddy. All of what you said resonates with me and you managed to put into words thoughts and emotions I've had about watches which I have not been able to explain. Thank you.

Great video man. You’re one of my favorite watch guy, so passionate and dedicated about watches. Stay safe Teddy and Courtney. Fan here from Philippines. 🙂

A very down to earth video about watches of all things. Loved it

This is a great video and it really articulates why this hobby is meaningful to me. It's more than just acquiring something...the stories they can embody or the meaning they have or how they can be a means of expression have value. It's the same with my motorbikes...no one needs a motorcycle and there are probably better ways to get around but just like the ritual of setting a watch's time before you put it on for the day, getting ready to ride...checking the bike, putting on the gear...is part of the experience.

Well said. Great video!

Loved this video. Glad to see that not all watch enthusiasts are not just about the value but enjoy watches for a mirade of reasons 😀👍

Nice Video Teddy. Nicely put.

Teddy - thanks so much for sharing your story. We really appreciate all that you do and I’m sure your ancestors would be proud.

I might forget my phone but I’ve never forgotten my watch, I sleep with my watch, shower with it, I never remove it except to wipe it down after I shower, and this is why you must choose a watch very carefully, I wear a SMP300 in blue with metal bracelet.

Fantastic video Teddy. Thanks!

Really good video! I resonate with a lot of these points!

Hey Teddy, this is one of the best videos you've ever done. Well done.

Great points Teddy! These personalized, opinionated videos can be so refreshing in between your usually very objective takes on watches and the watch community in general. Cheers!

8.it reflects our personality and enhances our style.

Excellent video! Well presented!

What a terrific video. I didn’t think it was schmaltzy at all, I couldn’t agree with you more. Keep up the excellent work sir.

Fine video, Teddy! I can look at each of my watches and be reminded of the journey they have been upon with me. I had a relative who was blind who had a watch whose crystal popped open and they could feel the dial markers and hands and tell time from; I am 60 now, and they were a couple of generations before me. Oh, how I wish I had asked for that watch from my parents when I was young. Keep up the great work, Teddy. All my best!

Well put Teddy. Another group of points to ponder. After you dress and glance in the mirror each morning getting ready for the day, is practically the last time you actually see yourself that day, but glancing at your wrist watch or device happens hundreds of time daily. This body language can turn into a habit and their defiantly has psychology behind it. The point here and also ties Teddy’s points together as the strength of watches as a consumer product unique to all other personal items worn on the body. So whether it is. for a way to map out your schedule, referring to your wrist device as an instrument, because you enjoy admiring your watch, are thinking of the person who gifted you the watch, or as a body pantomime that you “have to go”, watches are a unique product that is here to stay.

Great video man.

What a great video! Thank you!

Excellent video. So many great observations I can relate to. My grandfather was the one that got me interest in watches started.

Some honest watch talk is heartwarming. Learn Aaron learn!

Very deep and spot on video.