If you are a watch collector like me, you may find yourselfย spending much of your spare time on YouTube watching the nerdiest watch-related videos that you can find. There are literally ย thousands of hours of content available on the free video hub. It will be impossible to drink from this self-refilling cup of knowledge, no matter how hard you try.
That is why having a handy guide to some of the best Horology and Watch Review Channels on YouTube seems like such a great idea. Granted, YouTube does a pretty good job of suggesting new videos to watch based on your preferences and viewing habits, but sometimes it can be like wandering in the wilderness without a compass. You also cannot necessarily tell if a video will be good, bad or even in your native language until you start watching. You might have to separate the wheat from the chaff to get to the best content. To jumpstart your journey, I have compiled a list of the best Horology and Watch Reviews available on YouTube. They are listed in alphabetical order to be fair. I have marked a few with aย โฅ and those are my tip top-ranked YouTube Channels for Watch Reviews.ย Don’t forget to scroll all the way to the bottom for my personal top-ranked watch channel, Worn & Wound.
If you have suggestions of great channels to add to the directory, then suggest them in the comments. Just click on the descriptions below to jump directly to the channels. I will add to this list every month. Happy watching!
A Blog to Watch
Ariel Adams and the rest of the gangย at Ablogtowatch.com have been making watch content seemingly since the dawn of the internet. The oldest video is from 2009 and was published under the name “A Blog toย Read”. Dig in and enjoy a mountain of watch reviews and industry-related content! It will take a while to watch them all, so turn on the autoplay if you want to watch the videos concurrently.
Armand the Watch Guy
Armand the Watch guy offers long-format, deep discussions of watches often categorized into interesting groups. For instance, “the best dive watches under $500” might be a typicalย topic. His videos sometimes use static stock images of the watches so they might not be for people looking for hands-on demonstrations of watches, though he has some of those too. Regardless, Amand’s opinions are still worth hearing when you have the time to consider a watch in-depth.
Bruce Williams
Bruce Williams’ videos are a great source for tool watch and dive enthusiasts who like seeing hands-on demonstrations of popular watches, including rare Seikos available only in overseas markets. Bruce has a genuine approach to reviewing watches telling the good but also mentioning things that need improvement (in a diplomatic way). His videos sometimes have really creative opening scenes with the watch being reviewed.
Hodinkeeย โฅ
Hodinkee is practically a household name. Even people who do not collect watches might recognize this internet blog phenomenon by name. These guys have transcended from watch nerds on the fringe to mainstream tastemakers. Their videos include interviews with VIPs and interesting people. The vibe of these videos is rich guy casual so don’t be surprised if you see cufflinks or an ascot. Still, there is no denying that there is great content to be had on this channel. Wonderfully geeky and slightly serious.
Klein Vintage Watch
This is the personal video channel of Spencer Klein, a well-known expert who repairs modern and vintage Seiko watches. See a master watchmaker at work as he diagnoses client’s watches “live”. This is a rare glimpse into the mind of a watchmaker, who are usually a bit more tightlipped about their craft. There is no telling what new appreciation you’ll have for Seikos and the people who correctly service them after watching.
Long Island Watch
This is the channel that speaks directly to customers of the popular Long Island Watch Company and the rest of us too. Marc discusses and demonstrates different watches available in his store. Even if you are not buying, you could do massive amounts of research for future purchases. Seiko, Orient and other affordable brands are covered. The channel also is highly educational covering way more than product questions dipping into history and horology.
Monochrome Watches
Monochrome Watches runs in the deeper end of the horological pool focusing on high-end watchmaking by independents. Behind-the-scenes and watch fair coverage is also shown. High-end interests are pursued here.
Page & Cooperย โฅ
These Brits are some of my favorite guys to watch. Page & Cooper is a UK-based store that has a great selection of watches and special relationships with the manufacturers like Sinn, Damasko, Hanhart, and many other high-quality brands. Watches are debuted and reviewed… and I have come away more than once wanting the buy something. Great viewing.
Random Rob
This popular watch reviewer has a laidback style and a taste for a variety of watches including Swiss and Japanese. From G-Shocks to Seikos and some Swiss brands… Rob is certainly random. Spin the wheel and give any one of his videos a try. I don’t think you can miss.
Take Time, w/Patrick Marlettย โฅ
Patrick has a knack for reviewing and demonstrating products surrounding watches such as watch bands. Even some manufacturers refer to his videos to demonstrate their products. That’s saying something. This channel has watch reviews, accessory reviews, modding videos, and interviews. Patrick is an excellent host and does not waste time on fluff. I have personally made or not made purchases based on his opinions. He’s the accessory review master!
Tide+Time
These Aussies like to have fun while discussing watches. I like the hints of humor and mild sarcasm strewn throughout the videos. These guys prove you don’t have to be stuffy to be serious about watches. The YouTube Channel is a companion piece to the articles found atย https://timeandtidewatches.com.
The Time Teller with Jory Goodman
This bearded wonder has amassed quite a following in a very short period of time. His charming personality and interesting opinions make this a fun one to watch. You cannot help but like him. He reviews everything from low-end Seikos to high-end rarities and big name brands. He wears a fuzzy mic too! Visit Jory to hear him say “Let’s get down to business!”
The Watches TVย โฅ
Television-style coverage of high-end luxury brands and related events are handled by supremely competent online personalities like Marc Andre Deschoux. These videos can range from watch porn to technical explanations of how complex watches work. Interviews with the players of the industry give you access to the ones “in the know”.
The Urban Gentry
This guy must be doing something right with the number of viewers he has. There are over 210,000 subscribers at the time of this writing. The host is a dynamic British chap by the name of TGV a.k.a “the governor” and has been producing content since 2014. The videos are inclusive of affordable to luxury watches. The channel was originally made to cover lifestyle subjects, but watch-related content soon took over. Great coverage of current watches.
Watch Reviews with Tim Massoย โฅ
I’m a big fan of Tim Masso and his smooth delivery of accurate, and fact-filledย luxury watch reviews. This guy can fill more specific detail into one sentence and get it spot on. Part demonstration, part sales presentation… Tim is not to be missed, especially if you are interested in one of the watches sold in his store at WatchBox.com (formerly known asย WatchYouWant.com).
Watch Geek
The Watch Geek YouTube channel lives up to its name and rewards its viewers with extra geeky and informative watch reviews that are fun to watch. I really enjoy the presenter, Marin Bilandลพiฤ, who is passionate about all watches from quartz to mechanical…. just like me. I have learned a ton from the excellent host of this channel and encourage you to check it out. It will expand your perspective on all types of watches.
Watch Repair Channel
Learn about servicing your watch right from an expert watchmaker. This fascinating channel explains the “why” and “how” of mechanical watches. Common problems are diagnosed and the watchmaker pulls back the curtain on what watch service actually involves. There are even whole videos of complete teardowns and rebuilds of watch movements. It’s a fascinating look at the literal nuts and bolts of watchmaking and repair.
Watch Reportย โฅ
This channel has lots of watch reviews that run the gamut from small independent brands to the larger, more familiar companies. The breadth of content is wide so there should be videos of interest for almost any watch collector. If you are looking to see watches that a bit unusual, but very cool, check this channel. You are sure to discover something that you have never seen before.
This channel is associated with the Watch Report blog and watch review site that is worth checking out too. Great reviews for watch nerds by a watch nerd. They know about the details that you want to hear about. Their slogan is “Real. Honest. Reviews.”, which describes it the channelย perfectly.
Watchfinder & Companyย โฅ
You will never see anything more than the hands of the skilled watch reviewer in these videos that focus on luxury brands. Killer macro videography, interesting historical facts, and surprises along the way make Watchfinder & Company a great way to learn about upper-crust watches. You can also buy directly from the UK store with the same name.
Watchuseek
Excellent watch reviews and watch-related event coverage from the guys associated the Watchuseek forum, the most visited watch forum in the world. These experts know a thing or two about watches. If you already don’t participate in the WUS forum, then start here to get a takes of the sweet watch nerdery available for free. The watch reviews are particularlyย good, and it might make you want to sign up on the forum yourself. Enough said.
Worn & Woundย โฅโฅ
My personal favorite because the watches reviewed here reflect my personal taste in timepieces. Try this top-rated YouTube channel for excellent in-depth watch reviews created by the guys at the popular Worn & Wound blog. These reviewersย are experts in their field and specialize in affordable watches, usually under $2,500. Many of the reviewers are designers and have super-focused attention to detail. These videosย are some of the best reviews on the web, especially if you like tool watches and affordable options.
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