Category: PODCAST

The Defining Time Show – Rolex Sub vs Porsche 911 design over the decades.

This week, Irwin and I discuss the iconic designs of the Rolex Submariner and the Porsche 911. Remaining subjectively unchanged through the years. We talk about the subtle changes over the years for this special car and watch and what are the similarities from their history. If you love cars and watches you’ll enjoy the…
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08/03/2020
The Defining Time Show – Part 2 Baselworld/SIHH and Perpetual Calendars.

We have Martin back for Part 2 talking about his experiences at Baselworld and SIHH over the years. Some of his highs and lows of the events. Given we recorded this on the 1st of March, it was time to break out our favourite Perpetual Calendars. These were our Perpetual Calendar choices: The Watch Regulator…
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04/03/2020
The Defining Time Show – Part 1 with Watch Retail Insider Martin Goh.

Today we are joined by Martin Goh who has spend many years in the industry. We get deep into what it’s like being an enthusiast in the Retail watch environment and his take on how to treat the sales assistant when buying a watch. Anthony’s Favourite Review from the Fifth Wrist website: A Reverso…
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01/03/2020
R&R – Basel World Cancellation

Rob and The Regulator are joined by the recently unemployed Miss Longines. Our Instagram picks Rob: @wheels_and_watches The Watch Regulator: @steerpike999 Miss Longines: @misslongines
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29/02/2020
The Defining Time Show – The BIG 3! Holy Trinity!

This episode, Defining Time and The Watch Regulator shift the conversation to the Holy Trinity. Patek Philippe, Vacheron Constantin and Audemars Piguet. If they could only have 1 from each house, money no object, basically hopes and dreams, what would they choose? It’s a lot of fun to dream, especially when you can choose anything…
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27/02/2020
The Defining Time Show – Sleepers from the 90’s.

Take a dive into our picks from the 1990’s. These are some of the under appreciated and nearly vintage watches that deserve a bit more attention. Some are starting to shoot up in value and they are definitely off the beaten track and into the world of different and quirky. Alex cheated and didn’t follow…
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16/02/2020
The Defining Time Show – Vintage Omega versus Vintage Rolex

This week we have a chat with the legend that is Dimi AKA The Chunky Wrist. A look into his thought process on how he buys watches. Dimi has a keen eye for photography and is able to share his passion with his daughters which we found to be an inspiring way to bond with…
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11/02/2020
The Defining Time Show – Alternatives to the Rolex Submariner

The Watch Regulator and defining_time are back for another epic watch battle. Our top picks fight to the death to see who will be crowned the best alternative to the mighty Rolex Submariner. JLC takes on Ulysse Nardin in round one and then the main event Blancpain versus vintage Omega. Our favourite review from the…
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06/02/2020
The Defining Time Show – The Ultimate Watch Buying Guide

Defining Time and The Watch Regulator are back to share some essential tips on doing your due diligence before purchasing a watch. Plus we also share some personal experiences of when things didn’t go exactly to plan. For more tips from experienced collectors and watchmakers check out The Ultimate Watch Buying Guide Our favourite…
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02/02/2020
R&R – Cheap Versus Expensive Watches

Subscribe to the show on Google, Apple, Spotify and all other podcast players. Topics On this episode of the Rob & The Regulator Show, Rob and Alex talk about the difference between cheap and expensive watches. We are still not sure if they actually covered any of that but you should listen anyway. Instagram Recommendations…
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02/01/2020