It's stupendous. This, watchbox & theWatches.tv are my go-to watch channels. I hear people talking about others but most don't float my boat. Perhaps "talking watches" on hodinkee. The highest production values of any of the channels are to be found here and Watchfinder & Co is the best when you're actually thinking of buying the watch in question.
Brilliant quality content. Amazing watches and unparalleled commentary. You can immediately tell how much work is put onto these videos as opposed to other creators. That's why you're easily the best horology channel on RU-vid. Thanks!
Best looking Panerai I've ever seen. Looks straight out of BioShock. Bronze and rose gold give off two of my favorite colors. That deep goldish-brown is unparalleled.
Charles Feraci i am pretty sure that if i just say, 'everything on point', instead of 'has everything on point', it is still correct, given the figure of speech directed as a casual appreciation rather than this being a forum being coordinated by the Oxford university and comments being graded and judged on someones caliber in the subject of literature and/or English language. Funny thing is I have more free time than you do, considering I typed all of this, Goodnight or goodday to you.
Every single fucking video you guys have put out is a fucking piece of art in every sense. The narration, the pieces of information you provide to viewers, the shots you show, and the shots you don't; are all absolutely perfect. Truly a brilliant job. Thank you.
I think the most appealing part of bronze is that reaction and uniqueness offered by bronze. It has a deep sea and very old feeling, something of discovery and exploration. Steel on the other hand is so utilitarian and without character. I'm fairly new to watches overall, but bronze is now up there with what I want
I love the cinematography, the poetry of the presentation, the subtle, understated humour and the original, absolutely first-class content. In every single video I learn something new, while feeling in the company of a true gentleman.
Hands down, the best quality YT review on the web! Your video made me love the bronze rustic nostalgia era again. If I had to design a weather proof case, I would use solid grade 5 Titanium.
Haha, I loved the pickle jar speculation! Again, a very well conceptualized, thoroughly investigated and almost poetically worded video! Thank you so much! It's a pleasure watching your broadcasts!
I'm in love with the Tudor. It haunts my dreams. A jeweller near where I live had it in the shop window for a while. One day I went in, and though I made clear I didn't have the funds to buy it, or anything else in the shop for that manner, they kindly let me try it on. A few weeks later it was sold. I'm sure the buyer is a happy man, with impeccable taste.
Awesome channel, getting better and better - how about a video of the new Cartier Tank Americaine vs previous pre owned versions? Or the Seiko Baby Snowflake? Or Archimede Pilots etc for something more affordable
i got the 2019 version and cant stop looking at it, the 3 6 9 to the 43mm size just look perfect, its the little things that dont get a mention, like the quality of the hands and how they show reflections as good as the sapphire crystal, and its so nice having no date ruin the dial!
I stand patiently waiting for the arrival of my Zelos Helmsman 2 Bronze diver. Thanks for putting together such an informative video on bronze dive watches. That bronze Panerai simply looks stunning!
I used to think why the watches are incredibly overpriced. But now I started realizing the value of those great watches. You videos are very informative. Thanks.
I love your videos! I'm a huge watch enthusiast and its one of my passions in life. When I look at your videos I always learn something new not only about the watch being presented, but also history. I would love you to review the Tudor Pelagos black bezel with in-house movement.
You put every other watch site to shame. This is beyond amazing, such high quality. I feel a sense of care when watching this, hard to describe. Thank you and please continue this, I will hopefully make my next purchase from Watchfinder because of you :-)
If you like that Bronze Panerai but not the price, look at the "San Martin 382 Series." Same bronze case shape, crown guard and rotating dive bezel. AR Sapphire Crystal. C3 Superluminova that glows bright and stays legible all night. Green, Blue or Black dial choices. Super soft leather strap w/ bronze buckle. Same 300 meter water resistance as the Panerai. Steel caseback so no green wrist. HK PT5000 or Swiss SW200 automatic movement depending on how much you want to pay. Keeps accurate time within +-5 seconds per day. I've bought one over a year ago for $360 shipped and LOVE IT.
Just got my first bronze watch to do a review... AND I FELL COMPLETELY IN LOVE!! It will be staying in my collection, while the review is coming this Wednesday
Great video as always, but a shame the more modestly priced Oris Carl Brashear was not shown especially as it looks better than most bronze watches. I prefer a bronze bezel rather than the aluminium used on the Tudor, as it adds greatly to the patina and overall impression. Overall I have found comments to bronze watches to be be marmite, rather than indifferent.
I love the presentation of your videos. It's all so perfectly balanced ..the voice.. the colours in the video .. so soothing while being so engaging. How about titanium ? Hard , light .. and can be polished really well too . ? there really isn't any video on Titanium watches
Hi I’ve been watching many of your clips and found them really insightful. I’m looking to learn more about Longines but noticed that you don’t discuss Longines much, just curious if there is a reason behind that?
I have a 2 part question: 1) is the patina from the bronze considered toxic, and if so would it be wise to polish off the patina even though the patina gives it that particular look? 2) would 3rd party watch repair shops turn down repairing a patina rust watch u less it were fully cleaned? I have this particular problem with rusted bike pieces and shopkeepers won't touch rusted parts. For anyone interested in a cheaper bronze watch, Christopher ward offers one for $910 USD.
because unfortunately there are only a few people compared to the population that loves watches. I can't afford something like a Rolex so I collect brands like Seiko, Invicta, etc..
Bronze is beautiful and stains nicely, but it's nowhere as hard as even the softest steels. It also reacts differently with different people's sweat. I remember my grandparents having bronze knobs on their furniture, the ones used by my grandmother had a slight patina, those used by grandfather were rough and green. The watch I'm wearing right now is my favorite so I've been wearing it for the past two years. It's pretty dented and scratched from everyday wear, I also put considerable effort periodically to clean it from sweat and epidermis residue. Were this a bronze watch, I'm afraid it would show many blemishes, heavy patina and emit a strong smell that I like but not everyone does.
I own the bronze Tudor BB and it doesn’t react like most other bronze cases. Mainly because of the aluminum in it. It’s much more subtle in its patina. I have seen some go more gray in color after a year of use and others that have very little discoloring after a year of wear. I’ve only had mine for a couple of months so it’s hard to tell yet what it will end up looking like color wise but I’ve never seen any greenish color on one. The acidity in one’s skin and the environment has everything to do with it.
Great video, the Panerai and Tudor were awesome. Not sure I'd ever go there though. I'd like to see them in person though. Tiny pedantic point about the title; bronze does not rust it corrodes. Rust has a specific definition chemically speaking, that does not apply to bronze.
I've become so fascinated by bronze watches that I recently bought two! I was originally looking at the Tudor Heritage Black Bay Bronze you showed in the video it's nice, but I found the brown dial on bronze a bit dull and monotone. I came across the Tudor BB Bucherer Special Anniversary Edition 43mm blue dial version of this watch (the BBBB) and was completely blown away. The beautiful blue dial just pops right out at you. It is hard to get hold of as it was only available in their shops in Switzerland and Germany, but I finally got mine in December from a re-seller. It cost me an arm and a leg but it's a real stunner and I just had to have it. The combination of the blue dial and bronze is jaw-dropping and the bronze is already taking on a unique patina. I also got myself the Oris Carl Brashear Limited Edition. It is also not easy to come by but cost me a lot less. This is also a fine example of blue dial on bronze and I love it. Both watches have an 'old world' appeal to them and they are real conversation pieces. One thing you forgot to mention in your excellent video is that should the patina start to bother you, this can easily be cleaned to it's (near) original state and you can start the process all over again. Bronze watches are 'ever changing' and wonderful.
Thank you. This is one of the most interesting installments of Watch Finder that I've ever seen, very informative, and educational for those who didn't know all that they needed to know about bronze. Its unique characteristics, also unique ability to be something different every day as said is amazing. Once again thank you.
Have purchased an inexpensive bronze watch to try out if I will like it before diving into getting the Tudor...... I must really say it is really different in term of look & feel..... I'm already liking it a lot even just mere 2nd day of wearing it. Bronze really pop with the distressed brown leather strap. Awesome detail bronze watches review.
Excellent vid, thank you! Considering cost v's design v's quality then I think the Tudor is the watch, being that bit bigger than a normal Black Bay is also a further plus point. Very hard to source thou, all are reserved well in advance of coming in to the shops.
I received a Lüm-tec B19 in bronze for Christmas, and while the three watches shown in the video puts it to shame everything said about bronze holds true despite the price gap. I never considered a bronze watch until I received one and now I can't stop myself from wanting more.
Well done! Zenith makes some beautiful bronze watches as well.
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I love the way bronze looks, but I hate the way it smells, and the smell transfers. I have a sword with bronze details on the hilt, and it transfers to the hands. How are these watches in that aspect? Do they smell like bronze, or have they been treated somehow against smelling?
If we're being realistic about toughness, probably some hardened synthethic rubber like a gshock, if we're talking luxury a layer of titanium covered by a layer of white gold covered by a layer of sapphire covered by a layer of platinum covered by a layer of pure 24k yellow gold.
Vincenzo Vicchiariello They give out like a musky metallic smell. Sort of like the house keys you keep in your pocket, but not as bad. They smell gets amplified as soon as it comes to contact with skin, and usually stays on.
That IWC is gorgeous, but the Panerai is just awesome. I never liked any Panerai watches, because most were conventional steel etc. But bronze just suits it. It’s almost a steampunk design by accident.
