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You can't teach that kind of technical aptitude and intuition. As a degreed engr, I greatly admire figures such as the the Wright Brothers, John Browning, and George Daniels, who had no formal engr training, yet achieved so much beyond the abilities of ordinary men.

I was lucky to have met the man in the 80's when he came to Hackney College to talk to us, the students. A great afternoon.

Your production values are utterly impeccable: narration, photography, research, text - all exemplary. Thank you very much indeed.

Love the idea that Daniels could design each watch, make the tools to make the parts of his watch, make the parts of the watch, assemble it and refine it without any outside help or automation. The whole process and history of horology was internalised in one man.

Apparently I know next to nothing about good watches as I have only just learned of George Daniels, via a YT video suggestion, yesterday. Today the world is a brand new place! Thanks for adding to my understanding of this great Watch Maker and his legacy.

I have applied to study watchmaking at WOSTEP school. My goal is for one of my future watches to be talked about with such love that you are talking about George Daniels watches!

George Daniels was the greatest watchmaker of the 20th century and the only modern watchmaker who's watch is featured in the prestigious Horology section of the British museum. Words can't do the genius of this man justice.

Another perfect video on one of the greatest watchmakers that ever lived, maybe do one on Roger Smith as well. And if I may suggest a mini series called "Longitude" about John Harrison, another great name in timing devices, although a clock maker is a more correct name for him. A series I am sure every watch lover will enjoy 😊

What a review... George Daniels, the man that beat the quartz accuracy... his work is so inspiring that i purchased two of his books, "The Practical Watch Escapement" and "Watchmaking"...

Imagine holding these two watches, one on each of the only hands you have. Exceptional.

Now, I will love my co-axial Omegas more than before. Thanks for telling us this lovely story about success of a man who didn't give up. He deserves a British luxury watchmaking company under his name.

I remember seeing an exhibit at the British museum in London on the daniels method and watchmaking a few years ago. That was what got me interested in mechanical watches. I deeply admire Daniels of London, thank you for making this wonderful video about his philosophy of what a watch should be.

Bravo ! Watching again 7 months later ... Bravo !

Incredible how watchfinder was able to have hands on with George Daniel's watches back then. I miss this type of content.

The genius Daniels. Last januari i saw Philippe Dufour, a man like Daniels, makes his own watches with only electricity for the light and thee. Both these men deserve great aspiration, both men followed their dream and became simply the best you can get. Thank you for this great video.

Holy shit, how did you get a hold of two RW Smith / Daniels watches for this video!? Is there a collector who's a fan of your series? This is amazing!

Always keep coming back to this video. A wonderful tribute. Awe inspiring watches.

The external shots are George Daniels watches of course, but the internal escapement shots from 3mins 13seconds forward are of a development of Daniels' co-axial escapement, a single wheel version by Roger Smith (his lightweight version).

Mind boggling precision, intricacy, creativity and ingenuity... I even get excited if I make my own playing card box, so viewing raw watchmaking from scratch is like engineering utopia for me. People like this are national (global even) treasures, their skills and knowledge need to be mined, archived, sustained and propagated. Their tradition and technological legacy needs to continue after they pass away.

so geroge daniels is a some kind of legend at watch world

Huge respect for Daniels, just became my favorite watchmaker.

Never heard of this brand/watchmaker before. Thank you for presenting

How on earth did you manage to get not just one but TWO Daniels watches?!? Stunning !!!

I got goosebumps watching this video. George Daniels is my ultimate idol and I have been fascinated with his work ever since It came to my knowledge some 25 years ago. Thank you for making this video!

Thank you for this. He was so gifted, and gave the world true art.

This is more than just watches, this is legend.

I just love how Patek Phillipe kept saying it won't work, it's too big, too thick until finally he hands them their own thin watch with his escapement inside. They could've had a real innovative product but I bet they were too proud or embarrassed.

Your videos are incredible. By far the best watch channel on RU-vid!

Lest we forget. Well done.

Very glad to finally see this video. The Patek Phillipe story has always fascinated me and not many people know about it. The man is the personification of British watchmaking and hearing that voice box of his vibrate when he talks about horology is jaw dropping. Also kudos on not 1 but 2 Daniels watches. As always, its been a pleasure.

BRAVO!!!!!!!! Thank you for hitting the nail on the head and giving credit where it was due.

Really wonderful video. The story of George Daniels is an inspiration. And your style of storytelling is truly enjoyable. Thank you!

a heartwarming video indeed

The macro videography is intoxicating. Thank you for the beautiful shots.

Comparing two Daniels watches is as good as it gets, wow! Thank you very much for this video, absolutely outstanding.

Thank you, thank you, thank you. I have always believe George Daniels doesn't get the recognition he deserves. Actually I have come up some salespeople at Omega boutiques stores who don't even know who he was. Something I have a hard time processing but that ultimately it has to be Omega's fault since it seems evident it's deficiency in training. I bet one day most mechanical watches will feature a Daniels Co-Axial escapement.

Thank you for this video. I've learned much prior and more after watching this video. George was/is a watch god! Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!

You have many great videos, but this one was even more enjoyable and educational than usual. Thank you for the consistently great work.

this video is still one of the best!

Truly inspiring quest for perfection from Daniels

Absolutely magnificent, the watch the story behind it absolutely incredible.

Another great video. As a watch lover, I find your vids very Educational.. please keep up the good work guys 👌🏼

It is said that only a genius recognizes genius. Well, the people at PP did not recognize the genius of Mr. Daniels.

Always look forward to a new Watchfinder & Co vid, But when its about George Daniels i wished it was an hour long, Nicely done though.

Wow. That's impressive. Who'd have thought Patek Philippe would be so blind, though! I want to see more of these! Definitely show us some Roger Smith stuff and tell us more of these tales!

A great video as per usual. A smashing tribute to ‘the watchmaker’

What a fine combination of watches, a storytelling and amazing videography! Well done Watchfinder & Co.

Brilliant!! Absolutely Brilliant!!!!!

Just love these watchfinder videos.

Marvellous watches and another excellent video.

What a top-tier channel. Its informative, wonderfully shot, and the narrater clearly has a passion for horology. I really do wish this channel much success and future growth. Cheers!

Fantastic video !!!! So educational on several levels. Thanks so very much :)

How can someone give this a thumbs down?? Really? A thumbs down? Fantastic video!

bruh this had me shook what a brilliant and inspiring man

Brillant episode, exceptionnal watches indeed.

Great Video, I've always admired Mr.Daniels work...

Fantastic video, thank you.

A great tribute to a great visionary! Well done!

Great video!Super story wonderfully told with stunning photography !

Well said, thank you

Simply amazing! Loved every second of it. Best watch channel on youtube by miles.

There’s a documentary about Daniels and his protege Roger Smith called Watchmakers’ Apprentice. Loved the movie and your video. Keep up the good work.

....this is THE Engineering Art....nor mass production modern pieces....respect...RIP Mr Daniels...

I am pleased to see one of his watch, it's one of the collection from owner, very rare in the market, most are unsold and keep as collection. I love individual brand watch because the craftsmanship and movement design are original from the individual watch maker, no second watch can share the same movement in the market except their own .

i dont know how and why your videos and reviews are avaialbe for free! the amount of work put in them, the commentary, the music, your videos are no less piece of art than the watches you review in here!

I can watch a movie written by you. Exquisite language .

Absolutely Amazing Thank You 🙏

Beautiful and impressive pieces, thanks for the video.

Beautiful watches. I remember seeing a documentary years ago about some guy that made bespoke wristwatches in the Isle of Man, guess it was starring Daniels as I doubt there are many individuals with the skills and patience to do this alive today.

A great film of George Daniels and Roger W Smith here: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-EPO4g-NYJDk.html And Smith has his own channel here: ru-vid.com

Simply stunning in both historical horlogical terms and as a modern timepiece.

Misread it for a sec as "Daniel Wellington - The great British watchmaker"

Another beautifully produced and presented video. When someone asks me why watches fascinate me so much, I have only to refer them here to answer the question.

Brilliant.

one of the Greatest watch reviews ever made . Bliss you and keep the good work .

I think the achievements performed by George Daniels are truly exceptional, but I'm not sure about the co-axial movement being the best thing in centuries since it's owned by Omega. I have a Speedmaster DSotM myself and the variance is barely noticeable, but certainly not significantly better (or worse) than other watches in this segment. So it can be argued that co-axial movement as it's used today by Omega is more of a marketing ploy than a technical achievement.

Daniels “sold coals to Newcastle” , that is , new watch technology to the Swiss maker Omega - amazing for one man - from a proud Brit !

Great thanks

I have to pick my jaw up from the floor... another stunning video by a fantastic RU-vid channel really.

Roger W Smith is now the ONLY grail watch to aspire to or own.

Bar non, you’re the premier Watch reviewer! Love your style and presentations. Thanks!

Great video. How on earth did you get hold of 2 of Daniel’s watches?! Seriously impressive. Shame on Patek! I would consider Daniels to be not just Britain’s best watchmaker but probably the most significant watchmaker of the 20th century. I just can’t help feel that Patek felt threatened by Daniels. What he achieved on his own, in his workshop, by not only building every part by hand and from scratch (apart from the balance spring I believe) but also innovating, designing and producing a new and improved escapement, is nothing short of incredible. I don’t believe even Switzerland’s Philippe Dufour has done this. It is wonderful that Roger Smith is continuing this legacy.

Extremely detail on the English watch maker I learn today. Awesome review....

I’m very impressed that you managed to get hold of these pieces

For a reference on the cost and collectibility of George Daniels, a pocket watch of his circa 1982 just sold at auction for $4.3million.

Absolutely wild - how can something so detailed be done by hand??

These are just beautiful, inside and out.

You are the reason I am into watches.

I wonder if he knew these would be the two best watches he would ever handle?

There was a time when English and French Horology were the gold standard, long before the Swiss! The Daniels Co-Axial escapement was the biggest single advancement on manual timekeeping in two and a half centuries. Daniels was a true innovator and a genius watchmaker.

Word!

Thank you for reviewing and shining a light on Mr. George Daniels. His works are nothing short of inspirational. I suggest anyone with an interest in horology take a look at a fantastic biography of his life and work: The Watchmakers Apprentice. This film also features the work of Roger Smith, who apprenticed under Daniels, and who carries on the tradition of truly handmade watchmaking to this day.

My fucking goodness If it weren’t for you I never would’ve learned about this I’m now a man in love. This watch’s history is just plucking on my heartstrings

I’ve been waiting for your review of the Daniels,! 😀😀👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🇬🇧

Very nice crafted, both your videos and Mr. Daniels' watches

Greatest of Horology in a nutshell.

god... I love this channel. And what a stunning watch.

This is an exquisite video....Thank you.

The guy who designs a watch and bring it to life is not a watchmaker. He is an artist to me!