Building The Perfect Three Watch Collection At 6 Different Price Points (20 Watches Mentioned)

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In this video, I take the popular concept of the three-watch collection, combining a sport, dress, and casual or beater watch, to create a complete collection. Then, I'll apply the three-watch collection framework to six different price ranges from attainable to high horology. What do you think of my picks? Would any of you be able to check all your boxes with only three watches?

Watches Featured:
G-Shock “CasiOak” GM2100-1A:

Videos Mentioned:

0:00 - Intro & Organization
3:25 - Under $1,000
6:51 - $2,500
10:13 - $5,000
13:34 - $10,000
18:09 - $25,000

[jameslyons]

Don’t play it safe. Buy the cheap watch, get the funky one, get one that doesn’t look good but can take punishment, get one that’s too delicate, get the one that really doesn’t go with anything, get a formal watch and wear it with jeans, buy the one you will regret buying. Then take the same energy and use it everywhere else.

[mikemckeel]

I didn't want to pay more than $500 per watch for my three watch watch collection. I got a Hamilton khaki king day/date on a ColaReb strap, a Junghans Max Bill, and a Lorier Neptune SIII. I'm very happy with them. This channel was very helpful in making my selections, so thanks for that!

[horologie]

I just bought the exact Cartier tank you mentioned, except it was the smaller version because it was a wedding gift for my wife who I married this past weekend. She cried when she opened the box. It was her first high-value watch. I'm so glad this timepiece will be part of our family and passed down over time. It's great to see you feature this watch here. I also did an unboxing on my page if anyone is interested!

[philippestrickler]

I truly appreciate the way you analyse a watch collection. You always find new "good ideas" for us. from 500 $ per watch to 50 000 $ per watch it is perfect. Thank you so much.

[Guitarpiper]

Happy to see Ball on the list! I recently picked up a Ball Fireman Victory and I love it. My favorite watch I own 😊

[Vox-Populi]

My three: Omega Planet Ocean, Seiko 5 GMT and Seiko King Turtle. Love them all for different reasons. Keep up the good work Teddy.

[seanzealony]

Great content Teddy.
I used to wear a Timex Ironman for my beater but just changed to a Hamilton Khaki scuba. I got that on a bracket but swapped it for a Nato strap.
I’ve a dress watch which is a Citizen eco drive which I’ve had for 8 yrs and not missed a beat.
Recently purchased an Omega Railmaster( Seamaster co axil master chrono…yes that long winded title for a watch) on a nylon strap and am blown away with the quality.
Being brushed stainless it doesn’t attract attention & I can wear where & when I want in UK.
At moment in London and other cities the criminal elements have sussed what to look for in watches & robberies are common.
Keep up the great work

[Mahdi]

I want to build a 3 watch collection. This are my top pick, i already got the BB58.

1. Tudor Black Bay 58 (Black)
2. Omega Speedmaster Professional 3861 Sapphire
3. Cartier Santos Large

[_KemicalX]

1. Hamilton Khaki Murph 38
2. Omega Seamaster 300m Professional
3. Tissot PRX Powermatic 80

[sj]

I totally agree with some commenters here that you rarely need more than three watches in your possession. Mostly because you really need to give it a wrist time to truly appreciate and to build emotional connection with a time piece.
My actual 3-watch collection (not counting g-shocks and 🍏) is:
1. Explorer - daily / do it all.
2. Santos medium - dress on a strap, sports on a bracelet.
3. Pelagos LHD - beater / summer.

[Valera_Scotland]

❤️ great vid Teddy. My current under $1000 (in total) watch collection: 5600e g shock for outdoors and adventure, Hamilton pilot pioneer for everyday and a vintage 60s 35mm Enicar dress watch... the best of the lot is the Hamilton. Its slim, great finishing and dial, lovely accurate movement that's a joy to wind every few days.... just the perfect "one watch" if you needed only one... stunner

It's a humble collection as I decided to sell my Omegas and IWC Mark 16 to keep things simple. But I'm sure I'll get something luxurious again some day...

[VivekSk]

My current 3 watch collection is Seiko 5 Pepsi, Full metal Steel Casioak and PRX Automatic Green dial

[bsrj]

Wow. This was an amazing video! Loved how much thought went into choosing each watch for all categories. Bravo Teddy!

[bdicky]

Just getting into collecting and really enjoying all of your videos that break down selections and categories over a price range. Seeing and learning what makes a watch an exception for its price range is motivating.

[nightstalker]

Nice recommendations! You should do a 2 watch collection. There are plenty of us who don't need a formal watch.

[michaelniemer]

Love these scenario videos, very fun thought exercises and way to consider collecting.

For me, I think a G-Shock would end up in the casual/beater category in each tier, just moving up the G-Shock tier each time. To end with a $4k + MR-G as a “daily beater” is quite the thought.

[anthonystevens]

I have to say that the Longines Dolce Vita is a great dress watch with the sector dial and even has a date that blends well into the dial. The Seamaster 300M is another start performer. I have seen and do like the Ranger as for what you are getting for the price with the MT5402 chronometer movement is very good, I could be tempted at some point. Some watches that could be options in a few categories could be the Tudor BB 36 black dial and one of my favourites the Omega Constellation Globemeaster.

[gospizana]

My three watch collection:
- Everyday: Longines Spirit Zulu Time (Black dial)
- Sportier: Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch (Sapphire Sandwich)
- Dress: Rolex Oyster Perpetual 41mm (Blue dial).

I know this last one can seem a bit sportier too, but it looks damn good in a suit!

[theodom]

Great video! Always happy to see you posted! Lovely combination of being informative but relatable/casual. Keep up the good work

[Dom-drpl]

My 3 watch collection is
Dress: Seiko Presage SRPB77
Sport: Orient Kamasu II
Beater: G-Shock 5610u