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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
My Scottish Grandpa’s Roamer. A Story/Review.

My Scottish Papas watch. He was a Military man and very Dour (If you’re Scottish, you’ll know what I’m talking about). But a character who loved Swiss watches, and while most people would turn their nose up at this Solid 9ct Gold ‘Quartz’ Dennison cased Roamer, to him it was an amazing innovative 80’s Swiss…
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24/02/2020
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
Owner Review: Seiko Solar Criteria Chronograph SSC067

I purchased this Seiko Solar Criteria Chronograph SSC067 8 years ago. It was an expensive watch for me at the time and my first Seiko. I couldn’t find the model number. It uses a V175 caliber – a solar chronograph with date at 4 o’clock. The case number is 0an0, measures 42mm, lug width 22mm,…
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16/02/2020
Owner Review: Rolex Turn-O-Graph 6202

Black sheep of the family: everyone has one…or two. Even the mighty Rolex is not immune! After all, not every watch is a commercial success. That being said, just because something isn’t an inherent success, doesn’t mean it is a failure—far from it. Oftentimes things just don’t get the credit they deserve or are overlooked,…
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15/02/2020
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
My Prison watch! The Invicta Grand Diver Automatic

Back in 2012, my Dad bought me this Invicta. I hate to sound unappreciative, but to me, that was like getting handkerchiefs for Xmas, but not coal! I’d owned a few Invictas in the past, and they were awful! However, Dad bought it, so it meant a lot! I owned several good watches at the…
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08/02/2020
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
Owner Review: Rolex Oyster Perpetual 1005 – 2 Brands are Better Than 1

Let’s get right to it. What makes vintage watches worthwhile are the feelings it can evoke and the innate beauty that comes from knowing the design, character, and details will never be replicated again. The watch becomes truly special if there is a story behind it or has taken on a pleasant patina- something that…
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02/02/2020
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