Talking Watches With David Williams 

He's not a collector just a guy whose watches are tools with specific memories attached. So refreshing.

Ladies and gentlemen this video teaches us that value is not equal to money.

At first I thought, "This guy's so nice. His temperament is too good." Then I realized he's Canadian.

Not a single Ref. # mentioned, nothing about rarity or patina. Just good honest watches on the wrist of an interesting individual.

such incredible stories. this guy has truly lived life to the fullest.

Pilot, scuba diver, doctor and astronaut...this guy is a complete badass. Best episode ever!

Seiko that went into the bottom of the ocean and went to space? Seiko needs to collab with this guy asap!

So what did you want to be when you were little? "A doctor, a deep sea explorer, a pilot, a scuba diver, a flight engineer, a hospital CEO, and an astronaut." Oh wow, what did you become? "All of them"

Came for talking watches, stayed for philosophical, life enlightening stories

Dear people at hodinkee. This is how watches should be collected. This is how you should feel when you look back at watches. This is what watches truly mean. Doesn't matter if you're wearing a patek or a casio. You need to look back at it and be able to smile. Regards, A small time watch collector.

Can’t believe this was posted two years ago and I’m just finding it now in 2022. Will be one of my favorites.

What an ordinary collection made extraordinary by an exemplary man, great episode and dare I say one of the greatest Talking Watches of all time. His collection is personal, relatable and there is meaning behind each piece beyond just it's monetary value, his collection is priceless.

It’s official, this guys is my hero

Best talking watches so far, you can actually feel this one ☝🏻

Finally some normal and attainable watches with great history ! Love the insanely expensive watch videos but this one was most enjoyable and relatable. Thanks! Finally some Seikos!

Wow, without a doubt the best episode of Talking Watches

This gentleman's humility is what made me watch all throughout the end, what a story.

Renaissance man who speaks very highly of his wife. Kudos to him!

When he spoke of his parents while looking at his watch remembering them in space.... how cool can you be

A very humble and Interesting man,with great watches that serve their purpose well.

Like most people who do incredible things he is immensely humble. What he said about up there he realised he could see no borders and that we are in it together is something it would be good for some folks to pause a minute and take that in..

Honestly one of the coolest Hodinkee videos yet. This is what every watch collector, especially someone who collects 'tool watches', longs for. To develop a story, a connection, and a history with their pieces that add more value to them than just the sticker price. Not only has this guy lived an incredible life, but he brought all these along with him and they already mean more than the logo on the dial.

tool watches with priceless memories + astronaut/doctor/diver with a soothing voice = crazy good episode. It's remarkable how Hodinkee is able to top themselves

The stories alone make the watches priceless. I also found out you have to have combined stories of an astronaut, doctor, diver, scientist, and pilot in order to get close to John Mayer’s talking watches episodes.

Most underrated Talking Watches episode

Being a Canadian and and a passionate Seiko Collector, this is the best hodinkee episode in the history of Talking Watches. Being reminded that the watches are not only things to be desired but more importantly watches are tools to get work done accompanying us through our ups and downs and those cherished moments is just truly amazing. I have a collection of watches now but my father's seiko 5 superior still holds a special place in my heart.

What a great episode. There should be more talking watches with professionals who really rely on these watches and less of watch collectors/celebs/fashion guys

Damn, didnt expect this to be this good and interesting. Very nice and cool guy. The interviewer is lovely as well.

One of the best TW so far. Such a nice guy and such amazing stories. I want a X33.

Seiko, omega, Rolex are the true Trinity of Watches!

Seiko is just an amazing watch, from seiko 5 to grand seiko

Such a humble, gentle, tough as nails guy....how could anyone not like and be totally impressed with this guy? After 56 years on this planet, I’ve still never met a Canadian I didn’t like!

"we are all in this together..."

This guy’s a real under achiever. He needs to go do something with his life

The Seiko spacewatch. AWESOME. Love lengthy semi biographical watch stories like this. Wonderful.

Extraordinary man. I’m really moved by his words and the sheer scope of his life. Beautiful episode Hodinkee, keep up the good work.

This is one of the most emotional episode of Talking Watches. Thank you for sharing it with us

That breitling suddenly becomes cool

forget the watches, this guy's story is amazing. lol

WE WANT MORE TALKING WATCHES HODINKEE

What an amazing guy. These are the best kind of interviews. Kind, insightful and articulate. So refreshing that he didn't once mention the resale value or scarcity of any of his watches...but instead spoke of the rare experiences his watches had shared with him.

one of the best episodes if not the one. Goosebumps.

I could listen to David all day. This was an amazing episode, thanks for sharing.

This is my favorite Talking Watches episode ever. Every single watch he own has a function in a story. Not just because 'it's beautiful' or 'i just like it', or 'i just have to have it as a collector'.

Love the subtle drone music in the background. Fits this Segment really well.

Wow, by far the best talking watches I think I've seen. The stories with every watch are amazing

Revisited this a year later and it’s still my fave episode

Wow... these are the watch collections that really intrest me, not so much the guy that ownes the limited edition in precious metal watch that he is just showing of because he can afford it. Thanx!!!!!

This is the best episode bar none. Actually got me into watches.

This man is a true gentleman. Fantastic episode. Thank you for sharing your stories.

I honestly feel like this video deserves 10x more views than some of the other talking watches videos. It’s under rated and simply incredible with historical significance

This is one of my favourite talking watches! Absolutely enjoyed how well spoken and humble this man is when telling his stories.

My deepest respect. The interviewer was excellent and the guest outstanding. Definitely in the top 5 TW

When I saw this episode was nearly twice as long as other Talking Watches, I wondered why? Then the man started to speak and it all made sense. Best episode of Talking Watches in my opinion - a gentleman, scholar, astronaut, and a global ambassador for Canada.

This is my favorite interview so far. I didn’t want it to end. Very interesting man.

Man, this episode made me smile a lot. Thoroughly good.

Back to watch it again. SO GOOD.

Cole did a great job. I love his questions. Very good 'Talking Watches.' Keep it up, Hodinkee!

Finally a person of interest on talking watches not a sport star or celebrity ,a person of substance and a delight to listen to, love the seiko watches not grand seiko just ordinary seikos which you guys never cover, more of this please.

More than the watches, his journey throughout his life is take breathing. Congratulations to Mr. Willians and the HODINKEE team for this absolutely talking watches episode.

This is so much more than just a “talking watches” this is a chance to talk with a man who’s quite possibly done it all. Thank you.

the best episode of hodinkee ever ! Incredible stories, it feels like im watching a movie just by listening to this interview !! almost shed a tear

This is by far the best episode of talking watches I've watched

This is the best episode so far. The stories attached to each watch are what make them priceless and unique...and that is the point. I could listen to David talk all day. What a humble man with amazing experiences to share :)

Very cool interview and thank you for featuring him and his tools. Also cool to see that his go-to watches are both analog/digital quartz watches.

I’d love to buy this guy a beer and hear all his stories!

I'm a pilot too, and I wear seiko sumo while flying. Salute to you Mr. Williams .

Hats off to this guy. What an incredible life.

Best intro to any Hodinkee video ever. "Looking back at earth and you see no lines separating countries and that in fact we are all in this together". Incredible man with incredible stories who actually USED his tool watches.

One of the best " Talking watches " !! Very emotional and thought provoking.

I feel that watches capture the passage of time in your life. For every major milestone, a watch captures the moment and carries on with you.

By far my favourite episode , gives a totally different insight into watches or whatever has meaning to you . It’s about meaning and memories , not about how rare something is or how collectible it is . Collecting things should be about you and not what others may think , otherwise it becomes more about what others think and not what you actually feel yourself.

Have seen all the talking watches 2 or 3 times but this one makes me smile when I'm in a bad mood. This is what watches is all about ! Use your watches, make good memories, reach the limits. There's an unveiling beauty in every watch that emerges only when you use it. A perfect and very personal collection..If only he had a GShock as well !

Makes me so proud to be a Canadian! Williams' combination of humility and joie de vivre just put a smile on your face.

"Theres no lines seperating the countries of earth. We are all in this together" Beautiful...

The 21 people who disliked this video must have been the other astronauts who didn't get approved for a space mission - there can be no other explanation!

Best episode so far. Exactly what I would expect from a Canadian...owner of what is likely the most accomplished collection of watches in the world today and he's happy to sit down for a chat. Truly refreshing.

Such a great episode. Deep, refreshing, and down to earth, not just “look at what I have”

Stories like this is why Hodinkee is the top website for watch collectors

Probably the greatest seiko ever, witnessed the space and the ocean through David Williams!

A great video and nice for a change to see a really good range of watches that don't all cost the price of a house that we could never afford.

by far your best interview to date!!! more like that please.

Love breitling, surprised more collectors don't have them!! Amazing man.

The best Talking Watches episode. What an incredible man!

Love Hodinkee but this was next level. The way he speaks, questions asked, and collection was more like a lesson in philosophy/history&photography than anything else you guys have produced. So many people have money, these watches have had access to greatness and this guy... clearly cool under any situation. So cool to finally see a Rolex that is cool for a real reason. This is by far the most I've ever been entertained by a story about time pieces .

Hodinkee, pay attention, this is one of your very best episodes!

Easily my favorite Talking Watches episode... perhaps my favorite watch related video on the web. Didn't want it to end.

Dr. Williams = Class Act Proud to be a Canadian

I always love seeing watches used for their intended purpose, and the stories of the hero that wore them.

What a truly inspiring man. Thank you Dr. Williams for your service to all humankind, and thank you Hodinkee for a wonderful interview.

That story about the Seiko chronograph is incredibly touching

You know, I almost didn't watch this video because I didn't recognize the name. Man am I glad I did, David is a fascinating person to listen to.

This ones right up there with the John Mayer episodes, awesome guy and a Canadian too 😃

A simple man, incredible achivements and a great story. No vanity, a rarity in the majority of this series. Best talking watches ever!

This was a great video about a man, who has a unique perspective on the world, and how we really are all one people.

Beautiful episode. What an inspiring life. Dr.Williams resumed well what watches should be and what sort of emotions and sentiments they can provoke on their owners. And his quote about the Earth is priceless. We are all in this together.

This is really emotional...what a fellow, a true gentleman. One of my favorite episodes ever, for any channel!

This brought tears in my eyes. As an ex Airline pilot, there is no substitute to seeing the planet from above. Flying at 3 am and looking down, there is only the dark figures of the land compared to the ocean. It's a spectacular view especially when you are going to land in the early hours of the morning. Viewing the sun rise, makes you feel like you are only a small speck compared to the planet you lived in. At 35,000 feet, there are no differences between a mansion or a small house, because everything looks tiny and couldn't be differentiated at that height. Imagine an astronaut above the world and the experience above it... it's spectacular to say the least... All praise to God the Almighty.

Finally a Seiko turtle!!! I don't own one but love the fact it comes out on TW. I think its a first.

I love going back to watch these talking watch series. This is a fantastic story. Beyond the watches, awesome to see someone live such amazing experiences.