Talking Watches With Moki Martin

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To a special niche within the watch collecting community, military-issued watches are the object of great fascination. From WWII field watches to Milsubs and Kon-Tiki IDFs, a watch with a military-specific past is undoubtedly a special and rare thing that survives as a token from a life spent in a very specific sort of role. In my mind, better still is a military-issued watch whose original owner is not only still alive, but still loves his watches. All of this serves as an introduction to Philip "Moki" Martin, one of the most interesting and humble collectors I have ever met. For the full story, go to: www.hodinkee.com/articles/tal...

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@Rodrigue2707 5 лет назад

Dear Tudor PR-people, Put that man on a plane to Geneva and make him his own gold dive-watch! Sincerely, Everyone :)

@wisfanatic 5 лет назад

Tudor would receive millions in PR value for the cost of a flight, food hotel and a watch.

@gregclarkson2034 5 лет назад

Exactly my thought!!

@BenFairbank 5 лет назад

Abso freaking lutly a great idea. Then sell a limited edition

@bobbysebastian3709 5 лет назад

Rodrigue2707 that man 👨🏼 surely deserves a gold Tudor watch.

@johnvoorhees6799 5 лет назад

This would be better money spent by Tudor than any brand ambassador could ever be

@drae 5 лет назад

Probably the best episode yet, amazing history and an amazing man.

@oscarcordero4436 5 лет назад

I cannot believe you’re a watch guy. I used to watch your videos probably 1 to 2 years ago before i ever got into the hobby. Good to see you’re part of the community :D

@nv00021 5 лет назад

Agreed.... Kudos on this one boys......perfect timing and I bet the stories off the air would be 1000x better. Keep up the great work

@MpSSpeaker 5 лет назад

I totally agree

@jackham9326 5 лет назад

Agree

@111076tom 3 года назад

Don't we all love glorifying imperialist murderers because of the cool story their watch carries!? Moron.

@john1959ism 5 лет назад

This is the kind of guy you could sit and listen to all day!

@TheNotoriousKID 5 лет назад

john1959ism who u telling!! I’m gonna watch this episode at least 3 more times today

@marctravismba 5 лет назад

Now THIS is talking watches. Not some entitled schmuck who bought a new diamond-encrusted APRO to celebrate his latest movie or sports title. Great stories from a decorated veteran. As cool as the watches are, the stories are so much better. But I wanna hear about that knife!

@indiefruit 5 лет назад

I think your comment is more cliche than anything you mentioned

@SigmaPiJiggy 5 лет назад

@@indiefruit The reason it's cliche, is that it's true. Submariners and old tool watches are now luxury items that idiots with way too much money to burn, because of this. This guy had some crazy and intense experiences with that old beast. It's very cool to see some of the history.

@donrogan2812 5 лет назад

Agreed!

@bluemystic7501 5 лет назад

Marc - Your comment is rooted in pure jealousy. If you were successful enough to be in a movie or win a sports title, why wouldn't you celebrate with a watch too? How are those occasions any less momentous than anyone else's triumphs?

@SigmaPiJiggy 5 лет назад

bluemystic7501 real easy. Our “big life accomplishments” are certainly worth celebrating with a great watch. But none will be as epic or important as stories like in this video. My wedding, or the birth of my child, or graduating from college will not contribute at all to the legend of that watch. These stories are the reason these watches are what they are today. Don’t take it personally.

@ronaldvangulden7314 5 лет назад

I have nothing against David Beckham or Lady GaGa but it should be guys like this getting payed to promote the Tudor brand. What a great guy and great stories. No fake patina here.

@trevbarlow9719 5 лет назад

Something tells me he doesn't quite have what would appeal to millennials.

@thederp7690 4 года назад

@@trevbarlow9719 I'm a millennial and he certainly makes me want a tudor submariner

@lawfighter61106 4 года назад

Moki is turning me on to the Tudor.

@swampy1234 3 года назад

@@trevbarlow9719 disagree

@trevbarlow9719 3 года назад

Of course he makes us want a Tudor; we are already watch guys. But to bring in millennials, a Beckham or Lady Gaga is better.

@peleti027 5 лет назад

That sun burn mark on the wrist.... tells ya' this man is a real watch guy :-)

@entw168 5 лет назад

peleti027 a middle management executive would have the same mark from desk diving a hublot too.

@peleti027 5 лет назад

Eugene Ng ehm.... yesss?

@entw168 5 лет назад

@@peleti027 so real watch guy term is quite loosely represented here.

@peleti027 5 лет назад

@@entw168 Whatever....

@SiopaoSauc3 5 лет назад

I have the same tanline from cycling/hiking with my G-Shock.

@kongmw 5 лет назад

Fitting episode for Veterans day.

@mikes7482 5 лет назад

Kongmw, yours is without comparison, the best comment.

@cargar62 5 лет назад

Any chance we could get a Pt.2 with Moki??

@1967woody1967 5 лет назад

GNAR GNAR , definitely need to see more of Moki

@speedwolf5212 5 лет назад

Would love a part 2! Even better if it’s a long format episode. Could easily be an hour. Make it happen Hodinkee!

@artemface 3 года назад

Agreed

@vincentzhu1970 Год назад

And please Hodinkee don’t give us highlights, we all love stories like this one in details.

@watchmunch3240 Год назад

@joshuavong4827 5 лет назад

This is one of those videos where you wished you could hit the like button more than once. Also, James is a fantastic interviewer. He actually lets the subject talk, and not just seek out opportunities to flex his watch knowledge. Hodinkee, THESE are the stories we live for! 😊

@StellarAudyssey 4 года назад

Absolutely!

@robhaley802 4 года назад

If he cared about James grabbing a watch on the table without asking he wouldn’t be doing talking watches.

@FranklinChou 3 года назад

Like Wei Koh lol.

@cardinalj 5 лет назад

Putting my tudor sub on a nato immediately.

@snapfitness1 5 лет назад

I don't have a Tudor but my appreciation just grew leaps and bounds!

@williamstalvey6920 3 года назад

Lol that's a great look!

@watchmunch3240 Год назад

I’m curious what kind of nato strap on Moki’s watch 🤔

@DavidSmith-zu6eu 5 лет назад

Man, if that first old Tudor could talk....

@keltecdan 5 лет назад

David Smith it just did through this gentleman here.

@no1fibersplicer525 5 лет назад

It could tell great stories but, it would have to kill you after it dad! Lol

@Robert.Dickson 5 лет назад

Fascinating stories behind each watch from a guy who used the watches for their proper purpose and not kept in some safe somewhere. You don’t have to have a ton of watches to have a fascinating episode of talking watches.

@krfrench55 5 лет назад

By far my favorite taking watches. Great piece of journalism and featuring an unsung hero. More like this one please!

@JJJosh949 5 лет назад

I hope he gets to make a gold Rolex like he wanted

@greensmoke4207 5 лет назад

now we are talking watches,this is how the show must be. this guy deserved a gold watch hodinkee.

@andresuarez2016 5 лет назад

That’s an “Olongapo” style bracelet. As mentioned by Martin, he got it from Subic Bay, Olongapo, Philippines in case anyone is looking for it.

@davidgansert7542 5 лет назад

The best talking watches so far! Every other guest you’ve had wants these watches for their history and this is 1 of the guys that made that history! Thanks for your service sir and thank you HODINKEE for letting this hero tell his story!

@Andy-ri1ns 5 лет назад

Refreshing to see this instead of the usual millionaire beige yuppies with Newman’s and Porches. Great, great video!

@ID-Guy 5 лет назад

What A Legend.

@Archer335 5 лет назад

This is one of the best Hodinkee episodes I’ve seen. No nonsense watches for a no nonsense guy. We need to thank that man for serving our country.

@kevorknourian5442 5 лет назад

Great story from an hero

@diabew 5 лет назад

Best episode to date

@kaushikvyas7582 5 лет назад

best episode yet, what an amazing story

@korling99 5 лет назад

Fitting for Veteran’s Day - a great story and an honor to our Navy and all Veterans!

@vedder10 5 лет назад

This was my favorite episode by far. Of course I say that about every episode. This shows that at the heart it's not about collecting watches it's about loving watches. No matter what the cost it's the story that makes the watch special. Too all who care about the watch they wear everyday, we are bonded by the love we have for our friend who sits on our wrist and never let's us lose track of time. After all with such a short time on this earth our time is so valuable.

@tyman3331 5 лет назад

What an amazing interview! This man, he lived through so much, much of what no one would want to experience but ,man, is he interesting to listen to and seems to have had a remarkable life.

@basspeaux 3 года назад

Moki is one of my grandpas friends! He really is a humble, amazing man and artist. My grandparents have his art around her home. Always admired this man since i was a child

@axr-pe9di 5 лет назад

Great ad for Tudor. Way better than celebrity endorsements.

@greekatso 5 лет назад

Best episode I've seen yet, could listen to that man for hours. Thanks for your service Moki. Get this man his desired solid gold Rolex for all he's done, and for his service.

@guinea4594 5 лет назад

It's a shame Rolex doesn't engage too much on social media promotion because this guy would have his solid gold Rolex if they did.

@user-oc8cl9rd9y 3 года назад

Hodinkee needs to make it happen

@ogadjim6191 5 лет назад

As a man with a military past (not US) this video has touched me and resonated with me in so many ways. I can't stop wiping tears from eyes. Such a genuine and humble man who truly loves his watches.

@edvardschock9739 3 года назад

I watched this story a few times already. This time with my new BB 41 on the wrist. I could sit here and listen to stories like this all day/.

@marccaristi9317 5 лет назад

A true American badass, thank you for your service Moki! Best episode of talking watches by far, no competition. This is what these watches are truly made for

@sobeit712 2 года назад

In few minutes, I felt more connected and touched by this man than most people I've known in my whole life. I was literally there where he was.

@mustang77ism 5 лет назад

Wow, much respect for Moki; watch collector and above all, a hero. Truly humbled.

@aristosvassiliades3872 5 лет назад

Wow Tudor should this man to advertise there watches or use this piece.

@dhybrow 5 лет назад

Instead of Beckham, who`s the ambassador and is always wearing Rolex at the events... =O

@kabatake 5 лет назад

Tudor has lady ga ga instead!

@ritul89 2 года назад

hands down the best episode of talking watches.... not even close!!!!

@levisaxen614 3 года назад

i think many viewers would agree- another episode with Moki is absolutely needed.

@mb-watches 5 лет назад

That’s real vintage. Not buying an old watch but getting a watch new, wearing it at work and free time and collect scars, Marcs and histories with it. Great talking watches and a big salut 👍🏻

@23macca23 5 лет назад

James is the best talking watches guy, followed his reviews on RU-vid for a number of years, even bought a watch off him once. A real gent!

@walkerb1734 5 лет назад

Refreshing! Finally....someone who used his watch as the tool it was always intended to be. Let this be a lesson to all of us who baby our watches. They can take more than the human body can! Great episode!

@chrislowe5462 5 лет назад

Great stories , great interview , great watches , and one amazing man .

@gchu149 4 года назад

I had no particular love for Tudor until this video. These stories are amazing.

@SuperWhofan1 5 лет назад

Non-celebrity interviews are soooo much better. Everyday people with great stories. Love it

@rbeneveds 5 лет назад

As a 20 year Navy Kid, this is by far my favorite Talking Watches Episode yet! Spectacular Watches & Stories! Thank you for your service Sir!

@timur9429 5 лет назад

Is it just me but Im enjoying this one even more than the John Mayer ones. This Man has a real story to tell... This memorys and the watches connected to them are priceless...

@Camden0203 4 года назад

My favorite “ Talking Watches” to date. True American Hero.

@shauryapatel3498 5 лет назад

Watches are not accessories, they are tools. Now this, this is why I fell in love with watches in the first place. What an amazing person and a great interview. One of the best to date.

@sangikshuffle 5 лет назад

Definitely the best talking watches episode ever. Great for people who don’t understand infatuation with watches.

@357mview2 5 лет назад

Finally!!!!!!!!!!! A history of guy and his watch.

@dennisvwilson Год назад

How did I just now stumble upon this version of talking watches?? Incredible man, incredible stories, incredible watches. More like this HODINKEE.

@bollywood21 5 лет назад

Do not know how anyone could give this video a thumbs down. Epic life stories with his watches. Just wonderful.

@SuperGossy 5 лет назад

Just beautiful..... real people with amazing stories, I could spend an afternoon listening to Moki....a true gentleman

@wahlvisiongolf 2 года назад

This is by far THE best "Talking Watches" episode.

@clappedton 5 лет назад

One of, if not the best episode to date. These are the types of stories we'd like to hear more often on Talking Watches. A small, humble collection backed by incredible stories and a rich history. Worth the long wait.

@MrSaadmubarak 5 лет назад

Hodinkee, listen to your audience, this is the kind of episode we want. Best episode so far.

@TheEphemeris 4 года назад

I can only wish my watches will have stories like this in the future. When I'm old and grey, but still young at heart, remembering all the stories that I've lived with my faithful watch on my wrist. Only time will tell.

@lanceharper2099 5 лет назад

really cool stories, good work Hodinkee

@mikemills54 5 лет назад

I can already tell I'll be watching this one over and over again.

@macrobursts 5 лет назад

Just amazing. The best Hodinkee episode yet ! Thank you.

@poneyboymiller 5 лет назад

Simply Brilliant! Mr. Martin may very well be the best subject Hodinkee has profiled thus far. Thank you Hodinkee for the marvelous job in interviewing a modern hero.

@Sakurazuki139 5 лет назад

Wow! Love this episode 👏

@triathlete02 2 года назад

I watched this awesome episode awhile back. I didn't realize this hero's back story until yesterday when I finished a book called, "make your bed". The author Admiral McRaven spoke about Moki Martin. What a true humble American legend. Thank you for your service sir!

@sjsprouductions 5 лет назад

One of my favorite episodes yet!

@ihatepotholes 5 лет назад

The best episode. Understated, yet powerful

@gdlife3428 5 лет назад

Thank you for your service and the watch stories too!

@Damage_Inc 5 лет назад

It's a shame this only has 76K views. This was one of my favorite Talking Watches episodes ever.

@radamrussell 4 года назад

Best Talking Watches I've seen so far. This one and the Canadian astronaut are fantastic. Make the man his gold watch.

@eugeneamponsahdadzie5075 5 лет назад

This is one of the best episodes on talking watches. #Respect to this great Seal.

@snapfitness1 5 лет назад

One of the best episodes yet. Fantastic stories and beautiful toolwatches, wow!

@dipro001 5 лет назад

Please have people like him who have many stories to tell. This was among the best ive seen from this channel.

@camrackam791 5 лет назад

I want more Moki stories !!

@drewkelly2888 4 года назад

This man is the reason why I’m currently searching for a Tudor Submariner. Best Talking Watches episode yet.

@surajts7806 5 лет назад

The best and most meaningful episode on watches ever !

@jasongiles2803 5 лет назад

what an amazing episode. Thank you Hodinkee for bringing us this man's stories.

@danchapman5944 5 лет назад

This was just wonderful to watch and listen to. What a man ; and what a way to properly appreciate what a watch can mean. Well hosted James, too.

@brokebikemtb4448 5 лет назад

Definitely the best watch /military stories out there, thanks for your service Moki,thanks hodinkee for showcasing these legends...the man and the watches

@terryteo1 5 лет назад

What a great way to start the day, fantastic story to listen to, i could listen to him all day, thanks for sharing 👍

@MrJava1593 5 лет назад

Great story and a great man. Thank you for your service!!

@slashd0t 5 лет назад

Great video! Love that James is doing the Talking Watches - by far my favourite interviewer .. Great stories in this episode - truly what makes this series so great..

@Jemoah21 5 лет назад

Absolutely amazing episode, it’s great to see these tool watches ‘used’, and to hear their stories. Thank you Moki!

@stevecrabtree6530 5 лет назад

AMAZING episode! I would sit and listen to his stories all day long. A true hero and bad ass!

@matthewscott3689 5 лет назад

This was the best Talking Watches episode so far! Great to see some of these watches with a genuine history and back story. All of those watches are amazing as is, the stories make them better.

@brianperticari Год назад

Would love a longer version with this guy. Amazing. Thank you for your service.

@TheNotoriousKID 5 лет назад

These are the episodes I look out for!!! Such profound and fascinating history.

@shlemp5183 5 лет назад

amazing hero, story, and wristwatch

@timur9429 5 лет назад

My fav talking watches by now. A military watch worn in the military and told by a soldier. This watches and storys are amazing.

@prashantmlpm 5 лет назад

This to me is one of the best Talking watches episode. I patiently wait every month for the new episodes and they are definitely worth it.

@vincent-konstantinhantzsch9603 5 лет назад

I love these segments so much. There’s nothing nicer than seeing a genuine appreciation for watches and hearing people’s stories about them.

@zuhairkarmi3383 5 лет назад

Best episode yet!! What a man ! Could Listen to his stories all day. Thanks hodinkee 🙏🏻

@Indyskater1011 5 лет назад

This is easily one of the best episodes ever made in this series! Totally different perspective on watches and very refreshing. Thanks!

@jordanwiltshire9201 3 года назад

I must of watched times 15 times. Such a cool guy and wicked collection and history with them

@bradwooten4272 4 года назад

Wow! Really nice collection and good stories. Thank you, Hodinkee, for caring about and bringing attention to our veterans.

@viranjith 5 лет назад

love storytime with grandpas. great video and would love to hear more stories like this!

@fire_watch7735 5 лет назад

One if the best watch videos yet on any channel. What an interesting gentleman with fabulous stories. Tudor should capitalize on this heritage even more... what provenance!

@matthewscott3689 5 лет назад

Canada_watch definitely better than David Beckham. Tudor should send this guy a few watches and have him be a spokesman

@fire_watch7735 5 лет назад

@@matthewscott3689 That's a no brainer👍

@betsyavallone4314 5 лет назад

Such a heart warming episode. It truly is about the stories. That is why I love watches. Thank you for your service sir.

@gunnarmichels3276 3 года назад

I just now got around to watching this one, honestly might be my favorite yet. Kind of made me a little emotional even, this is so real how personal those watches are with him. What a great man.

@spl4028 5 лет назад

This was awesome! Thank you for your service!

@earlsteyn6724 4 года назад

This was a goodie! Thank you hodinkee for always mixing it up.

@vincentferreira1135 Год назад

This man is a legend. A SEAL, triathlete, artist and he has watches that are tied to stories 99.9% of people would have no idea about. These watches were likely with him on some of the most highly classified and covert operations all over the world.