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Owner review: Tudor Pelagos

A couple of weeks after Watches and Wonders I found myself in New York City with time to kill. The new METAS Black Bay 41 peaked my interest so I popped into the Tudor Boutique to see if they had any display models to check out. Unfortunately they did not, but the sales assistant allowed…
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26/09/2023
Owner Review: Sarpaneva Nocturne

One of my last trips prior to the pandemic took me to my company’s headquarters in Stockholm. On my way home, I managed to squeeze in a quick stopover in Helsinki. While there, I reached out to Stepan of Sarpaneva to see if I could swing by and visit his workshop. He was not only…
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25/09/2023
Piece Unique – Getting by on your own supply w/Theo of ModModeWatches

Welcome to Piece Unique, a show about the artistry, technique, and lore of watch modding. Today we speak to Theo of ModModeWatches, one of the premier parts distributors in Singapore. We talk about how Theo went from modder to business owner, the process of getting unique parts manufactured (including the impressive MM1 Integrated Bracelet modding platform), and…
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01/09/2023
R&R – Why we hate Christopher Ward

Welcome to the horology world’s ultimate watchmaking podcast network. On this episode of Rob & the Regulator, Artisian Watch Technician Alex and Ex Richard Mille employee Rob talk about the latest releases from the watch industry. Including the Christopher Ward Twelve. The fine quality alcohol consumed sensibly on this podcast is provided by Milton Rum…
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09/08/2023
Germanys (not so) hidden champions, issue 5: CIRCULA Watches

Contents: This is the fifth edition of a small series of podcasts about the (not so) hidden watch champions of Germany. This is also a kind of cooperation between Fifth Wrist and WatchMaxe. Today Claus (@tapir_ffm) from Fifth Wrist and Axel (@WatchMaxe on Youtube) are talking to Cornelius Huber, CEO of CIRCULA Watches. Cornelius talks…
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07/08/2023
Piece Unique – Bada** cases and dials with Yu of AndoAndoAndo

Welcome to Piece Unique, a show about the artistry, technique, and lore of watch modding. Today we speak with Yu Ando, a microbrand owner and parts designer, who is pushing the boundaries of dial and case design. This was recorded March 2023, and we discuss an Indiegogo for his Date Window dial that has since…
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25/07/2023
Owner review: Caravelle Sea Hunter

Caravelle was the entry level brand of Bulova, and as such many Caravelle models are a bit lackluster compared to their Bulova equivalent. This is the Caravelle Sea Hunter. The bezel is bidirectional and has no clicks at all, making it basically useless. For some this feature is fine and for me I guess I…
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16/07/2023
Piece Unique – Professional Modder Nathan of Four Forty Four PM

Today I sit down with Nathan Goodrich, a professional modder and owner+operator of Four Forty Four PM. We talk shop, discuss how he grew his business, why SKX013 mods can be a pain in the ass, and a damn fine Christopher Walken Impression. This was recorded in early 2023, but released on July 4th (I…
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04/07/2023
The «Gemba Walk»: a visit to La Chaux-de-Fonds and Le Locle

Wikipedia: In business, «Gemba» refers to the place where value is created Here: A Photo Love Story about «l’homme et le temps» – man and time {reading time: approx. 10 minutes – and some 80 pictures} Join me on the journey to the centre of watchmaking: La Chaux-de-Fonds and Le Locle. You may see and read…
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18/06/2023
Piece Unique: Laser Engraving and more w/ Red5Watchworks

Welcome to the horology world’s ultimate watchmaking podcast network. This is the inaugural episode of Piece Unique, a new show focusing on the artistry, technique, and lore of watch modding. In this episode we talk with Ron aka Red5Watchworks on instagram. A master of laser engraving on a variety of different materials, he’s been modding…
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14/06/2023