Andrew McUtchen's Top 10 Watches of 2017, inc. Rolex, Audemars Piguet, Longines and JLC

Andrew McUtchen's Top 10 Watches of 2017, inc. Rolex, Audemars Piguet, Longines and JLC

They're always problematic, best-of lists. Best? On what grounds? When it comes to these personal Top-10s, they're purely based on the things that we, as individuals, like about watches. Best, says who? For this video, it's best, says me. And, to that end, what I like most about watches is the way they make me feel - it's all the intangibles, like how it rests on the wrist, what part it could play in my life, what unspoken, metal to skin story it tells about the people that made it. And then, when worn on my wrist, what it might say about me to the world.

As for the magic of television and whether or not we collaborated on our personal Top-10s, I have my hand on my heart; Felix and I actually succeeded in keeping our favourite watches of 2017 away from each other right up until the date this was filmed. And that's no easy task in an office like ours. So, be assured, this video definitely contains traces of real incredulity. Really? That one? No! Not that one! Etc etc. As for my list, it chopped, it changed, it was pulled from a shortlist that was actually very long. But it had to be 10, and this is where I landed.

What do you think? Never hold back from letting us know in the comments.

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[algorithmify]

I would put a Zenith Defy 21 on the list instead of the Hublot..however, it appears as though this channel has not even heard of the brand.

[wadebrost]

The fact you put a Big Bang on your list when so many other people bash it is great. Hublot and AP are two of my favourites.

[MrAstroshot]

Good choices Andrew. Surprised the Railmaster 57 lost out to the Speedy.

[MetalsForBrunch]

Cartier, jlc and longines were my favorites on this list. Not a fan of chunky large watches with no elegant shape anymore.

[jameslovie]

Well done lads. Great work in 2017. Thanks.

[C-M-R-]

Great video chaps. Loved your output in 2017 and looking forward to a great 2018. #squsion

[KrystianWlr]

I must say that Bremont supermarine looks amazing. Of course - always plenty of love for Seiko.

[benjameshodges]

Great video. Love the format. And also agree with the Meca 10 especially in King Gold. Was desperate to see the lime twist pushed in and it was killing me.

[rayding]

I concur with Andrew on his choice of the Seiko Moonlit Night as it's the first watch offered in their newly launched Time&Tide online store. Besides being a stunning watch which Andrew helped me secure, it sets a great precedence on the calibre of watches that will be offered in the future. All in all a humorous and entertaining video to watch even if my watch never made it into the top 10.

[PhiHuynh]

I like this kind of video. It looks fresh and natural :)

[MichaelPadillaBaws]

Rado Captain Cook Limited Ed. deserves an honorable mention. Nice surprise from Rado.

[sbsb]

Seiko always cuts corners and can't keep proper time.

[jesseenriquez]

Good taste for watches. Bad choice of tipple. C' mon Ozzies you have better local brews over there.

[sbsb]

Seiko is poor in quality and always cuts corners.

[PhatNutz]

perfect clip - 5+ minutes, both of you in front of the camera, and squshion? 🤣

[elijahkleanthous]

Great choices Andrew, my favourite was the AP.

[sbaddison]

Great passion for watches, guys. Loving your vids from Wales in the UK

[alexchu]

I hope the Longines will be a commercial success - that watch is a banger! More salmon dials in 2018 please!!

[chetv]

I’d like to see a vid of all your personal pick ups from 2017!

[matthewamos]

Andrews top 10 for me. Love the Ap, and Sky Dweller. Hublot is a big no in my eyes. Kept wanting one of you to drink the beer! WTF