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196 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 days ago - ★★★★★ - 1 ratingEveryone likes to hang out with friends, have drinks and of course talk about watch collecting, right? ;) 2 Friends and 1 Microphone discuss everything from the history of horology, new releases, buying guides and our personal experiences with the watch hobby. If you want to enjoy watches or want to hear about the news of the industry, but most importantly like to laugh along the way, then don’t miss an episode!
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Ep. #160: Our Favorite And Least Favorite Releases From Watches And Wonders 2024 As Well As Current Shorlists
April 22, 2024 05:00 - 1 hour - 43.4 MBKevin Wristcheck - Hodinkee G-SHOCK Ref. 5600 By Ben Clymer Dmitri Wristcheck - Momentum Sea Quartz 30 (00:00) Intro & Wristcheck (06:25) What Kevin Likes: Doxa’s New SUB 200T Collection (14:49) Citizen Super-Titanium Small Seconds NJ0180 Series (19:14) What Kevin Doesn’t Like: Everything Bremont (24:26) IWC PORTUGIESER ETERNAL CALENDAR, Patek, Vacheron Constantin, Cartier Santos-Dumont Rewind (27:18) What Kevin Likes: Everything Hermès - Arceau Le Temps Voyageur, Cut Collection (31:12) Rol...
Ep. #159: Watches And Wonders 2024
April 15, 2024 05:00 - 59 minutes - 40.8 MBDmitri Wristcheck - Omega Speedmaster Kevin Wristcheck - Rolex Submariner Oystersteel 124060 (00:00) Intro & Wristcheck (03:34) What Rolex Has Discontinued (05:00) What Rolex Has Introduced: GMT-Master II, Perpetual 1908 (In Platinum with Ice-Blue Guilloche dial), Cosmograph Daytona, Day-Date Rose Gold, Sky-Dweller (08:38) Tudor: Black Bay 58 GMT, Black Bay Monochrome, Black Bay 58 18k (14:41) The Laboratoire de Précision: Omega’s New Chronometer Certification (18:09) Montblanc Iced Sea 0 O...
Ep. #158: Hermes Lawsuit, Moonswatch Snoopy Mission to the MoonPhase, Aquastar Benthos, Pink Tudor BB Chronograph and Other News
April 01, 2024 05:00 - 58 minutes - 40 MBDmitri Wristcheck - Spinnaker Fleuss Automatic seconde/seconde/ Fifty Phantoms Kevin Wristcheck - Seiko SKX007 (00:00) Intro & Wristcheck (13:55) Hermes sued in antitrust class action over Birkin bag sales (26:00) Blancpain Fifty Fathoms 42mm Collection (29:58) Omega x Swatch Snoopy MoonSwatch (34:40) Tudor Black Bay Chrono “Pink” (38:53) Christopher Ward C63 Valour (43:43) Breitling’s New 41mm Navitimer GMT and a Limited Edition Cosmonaute (47:35) Aquastar Benthos 500 'Founder's Edition' C...
Ep. #157: News and Oscars 2024
March 25, 2024 05:00 - 1 hour - 48 MBKevin Wristcheck - MU:N Dmitri Wristcheck - Timex QLCA (00:00) Intro & Wristcheck (13:42) Watchmaking in the 80s: Seiko ‘Arnie’ (17:17) VPC Type 37HW (22:33) FREDERIQUE CONSTANT & SECONDE/SECONDE/ Manufacture Slimline Moonphase Date (27:59) Seiko Presage (32:09) Citizen Series 8 890 Mechanical (38:16) Citizen Tsuyosa (44:16) MIDO Ocean Star GMT (48:06) William Wood Fire Exit (54:00) Watching the Oscars: Michelle Yeoh’s Richard Mille RM 07-02; Roger Federer’s Rolex Daytona ‘Le Mans’; Cillian...
Ep. #156: Latest Watch Releases
March 11, 2024 05:00 - 1 hour - 44.5 MBDmitri Wristcheck - Omega Speedmaster Kevin Wristcheck - Braun x Paul Smith's BN0279 (00:00) Intro & Wristcheck (06:35) Braun x Paul Smith's BN0279 (12:54) Farer World Timer Fox (17:47) Sinn U50 Hydro (22:57) Sinn 103 St Ty Hd Chronograph (25:07) Hanhart 417 ES Moby Dick (27:45) Tissot PR516 Chronograph Mechanical (33:57) Tissot PRX Powermatic 80 Damian Lillard Special Edition (36:49) Baltic Prismic Collection (40:38) Casio Casiotron TRN-50 (44:49) Vulcain Grand Prix (48:15) Keeping Time on...
Ep. #155: LVMH watch week and other news
February 12, 2024 06:00 - 1 hour - 45.4 MBKevin Wristcheck - DIY watch build: DWC-03 Dmitri Wristcheck - Momentum SQ30 Eclipse Solar Black-Ion (00:00) Intro & Wristcheck (14:42) New Release: Zelos The Eagle (17:24) New Release: Schofield Field GMT (20:31) New Release: UBIQ Watches (Kickstarter) (25:47) New Release: Tornek-Rayville Type 7B Blakjak (30:31) LVMH Release: Piaget Polo 79 (33:33) LVMH Release: Bulgari Octo Finissimo, Bulgari Bulgari, Lvcea (37:38) Hublot Tourbillon Big Bang Unico Saxem, Classic Fusion Tourbillon Orlinski...
Ep. #154: Best Waches Under $500
January 29, 2024 06:00 - 1 hour - 47 MBDmitri Wristcheck - Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch Kevin Wristcheck - Momentum SQ30 Eclipse Solar Black-Ion (00:00) Intro & Wristcheck (05:51) New Release: Eska Amphibian 250 (10:02) New Release: Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Collection (14:14) New Release: Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch “Dark Side of the Moon” Apollo 8 (20:09) New Release: Tissot Le Locle Powermatic 80 (24:00) New Release: Timex Marlin® Jet Automatic 38mm (26:47) Best Watches Around $500: Timex - Expedition North® Titanium Autom...
Ep. #153: Biggest Lies in Watch Collecting
January 22, 2024 06:00 - 1 hour - 54.1 MBWell hello there friends! On this episode we're diving deep into the world of wristwatch collecting to debunk some of the most persistent misconceptions. Whether you're a seasoned collector or just starting out, this episode is packed with our eye-opening insights and "expert" analyses that will challenge what you thought you knew about the art of watch collecting. So, strap in and get ready to have your perceptions about watch collecting turned inside out and set to the right time! (00:0...
Ep. #152: 2024 Watch Predictions
January 08, 2024 06:00 - 1 hour - 44.8 MBIn our first epiosde of 2024 we look back at emerging trends in the watch industry and make our predictions for this year as well as chat about resolutions (which we will most likely not follow as usual) Dmitri Wristcheck - MAEN Hudson 38 MK4 Kevin Wristcheck - MING 17.09 Burgundy (00:00) Intro & Wristcheck (07:07) New Release: Seiko Prospex Diver GMT Save the Ocean SPB439 (13:03) News: Frédéric Arnault Named CEO of LVMH Watches (17:49) New Release: Raymond Weil Millesime (22:43) New Relea...
Ep. #151: The Christmas Stocking Stuffers
December 25, 2023 06:00 - 57 minutes - 39.7 MBAnother year is almost over whats better to do than find some awesome watches in $100, $500 and $1000 categories to stuff in each other's stockings? Probably a lot of other things, but thats not the point though. Enjoy! Kevin Wristcheck - NOMOS Tangente 38 Dmitri Wristcheck - Omega Speedmaster (00:00) Intro & Wristcheck (04:02) News: Frederique Constant + La Joux-Perret Movements (05:38) News: Breitling Buys Universal Geneve (10:32) News: Akrone (15:31) New Release: Certina ds super ph100...
Ep. #150: Best Watches Of 2023
December 18, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 50.7 MBAs we wrap up the year 2023, it's time once again to discuss and showcase the best watches that have graced our collective wrists this year. From affordable and innovative to exquisite mechanical masterpieces that represent the pinnacle of craftsmanship, this year has been quite remarkable in the world of timekeeping. Whether you're a seasoned collector or just beginning your horological journey, you ware sure to find something to your liking on this episode. Dmitri Wristcheck - Nivada Gren...
Ep. #149: All About Citizen
December 11, 2023 06:00 - 57 minutes - 39.6 MBWe have been talking about this brand for a while now, mentioning how we need to have an episode dedicated to them. Behold - there it is, This episode is dedicated to Citizen. Not only they have an amazing history and achievements in the world of watchmaking, the name "Citizen" is about to celebrate it's 100th anniversary in 2024 so it’s a perfect time to dive into the story of this awesome brand. Kevin Wristcheck - Citizen Leopard Dmitri Wristcheck - Momentum Sea Quartz 30 (00:00) Intro &...
Ep. 148: Can You Buy a Good Watch on AliExpress?
November 27, 2023 17:00 - 56 minutes - 38.6 MBDmitri Wristcheck - Nivada Grenchen Chronoking “Paul Newman” Kevin Wristcheck - Raketa Big Zero (00:00) Intro & Wristcheck (06:38) New Release: Seiko Marinemaster (10:04) New Release: MAEN Manhattan 39 Slim (13:23) New Release: Seiko Prospex SpeedTimer (16:14) New Release: Longines Legend Diver (19:26) New Release: Citizen Challenge Diver Automatic (20:41) Watches on AliExpress Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bigblackclockwatch/
Ep. #148: Can You Buy a Good Watch on AliExpress?
November 27, 2023 17:00 - 56 minutes - 38.6 MBWhile we always measure big name watch brands against microbrands when it comes to value for money, we decided to see how the latter stack up against some of the more known watch brands of Ali Express. Can you buy a high quality watch for a 100$? Or maybe for 300$? Would you be able to get the same quality for your $$? Tune in to get the answers! Dmitri Wristcheck - Nivada Grenchen Chronoking “Paul Newman” Kevin Wristcheck - Raketa Big Zero (00:00) Intro & Wristcheck (06:38) New Release: S...
Ep. #147: Worn & Wound's Windup Wind Down (part 2)
November 13, 2023 06:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MBComing back from NYC to attend Worn & Wound's Windup and WatchTime yearly events, we have a lot to talk about. This is a two parter featuring our impressions of the new and not so new brands present at the events, the venues and the overall expirence. Our friend Raffi who also attended the shows, joins us on this episode to share his thoughts. Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bigblackclockwatch/
Ep. #146: Worn & Wound's Windup and WatchTime NYC Impressions (part 1)
November 06, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 53.3 MBComing back from NYC to attend Worn & Wound's Windup and WatchTime yearly events, we have a lot to talk about. This is a two parter featuring our impressions of the new and not so new brands present at the events, the venues and the overall expirence. Our friend Raffi who also attended the shows, joins us on this episode to share his thoughts. Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bigblackclockwatch/
Ep. #145: New Release From The Local Montreal Brand Heron Waches - Marinor
October 30, 2023 05:00 - 24 minutes - 17.2 MBOn this quick episode we once again chat with the local Montreal watch brand - Heron Watches. Nathan, Adam and Simon share the story behind their new offering - Heron Marinor. A spec monster and already having a successful kickstarter campaign, this piece should definitely deserve the watch enthusiast attention. Details are on their website. Link to the kickstarer campaign is here. Kevin and Dmitri Wristcheck - Heron Gladiateur x2 (00:00) Intro & Wristcheck (02:37) New Release: CWC - Cabot...
Ep. #144: Colorado Watch Company with R.T. Custer
October 23, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 48.9 MBOn this episode R.T. Custer of Vortic Watches joins us to talk about the new sister brand Colorado Watch Co and their two initial offerings - The Field Watch and the GCT. The Kickstarter campaign is in full force and can be found here. Kevin Wristcheck - Isotope Hydrium Seconde/Seconde/ Dmitri Wristcheck - Casio G-Shock GW-5000U-1JF (00:00) Intro & Wristcheck (05:19) New Release: TIMEX x SECONDE/SECONDE IYKYK (10:28) New Release: Sternglas Sedius (14:46) New Release: Beaubleu (20:30) New ...
Ep. #143: Alternatives to the Swatch X Blancpain release
October 16, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 41.3 MBHello Friends! With yet another collaboration between Swatch and now Blancpain, the World received another expensive plastic watch with a famous name stamped on the dial. We decided to help you make a better decision and spend your hard earned cash on a better alternative (and there are lots!). Dmitri Wristcheck - Timex Q LCA Kevin Wristcheck - Seiko SKX 009 (00:00) Intro & Wristcheck (04:38) New Release: Erebus Origin (The JOMW Watch) (09:06) New Release: Baltic Hermetique (12:44) New R...
Ep. #142: Attainable Alternatives to Famous Watches
October 09, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 66.9 MBHello Friends! With quite a few new releases of famous watches, you might wish to get your hands on one of them, but the price points might be too much for some and the recent price increases make them less and less attainable. With that in mind, this episode is dedicated to affordable alternatives to some of the cool and classic watches from big brands. Dmitri Wristcheck - Omega Speedmaster on a green ostrich strap from Aaron Bespoke Kevin Wristcheck - Klokers (00:00) Intro & Wristcheck...
Ep. #141: Inflation and revisiting the $1000 first Watch
October 02, 2023 07:00 - 57 minutes - 58.9 MBHello Friends! Whats the best watch money can buy which also costs no more than a $1000 is the question. Listen to the episode - is the answer. Oh and the caveat, how much has that changed in the last 5-7 years. Dmitri Wristcheck - Omega Speedmaster Professional Kevin Wristcheck - 1990s Breitling Aerospace (00:00) Intro & Wristcheck (06:57) Dmitri Shares His Release: Seiko SPB U.S. Cold Water Divers (10:54) Kevin Shares His Release: Longines Mini DolceVita (15:55) New Release: Manime La F...
Ep. #140: Attainable Grail Watches
September 25, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 64.7 MBHello Friends! Often chatting about our own grail watches, on this episode we decided to cover the best and more importantly still attainable "grail" watches. Some have amazing mechanisms and tech, some are pieces of art and some have an amazing story to tell. With many brands quickly becoming too expensive and hard to get, there are still some pieces which can be obtained and not necessarily requiring you to sell your kidney to pay for them. But this too can quickly change if you are not fa...
Ep. #139: Latest News and Watch Releases
September 18, 2023 05:00 - 59 minutes - 60.2 MBKevin Wristcheck - Unimatic Dmitri Wristcheck - Raketa World Time (00:00) Intro & Wristcheck (10:32) Timex Giorgio Galli S2 (13:42) Minase Uruga (17:41) Rolex Buys Bucherer (20:36) Swatch x Blancpain BIOCERAMIC SCUBA FIFTY FATHOMS COLLECTION (27:31) DOXA 300β (31:01) Sinn 25th Anniversary 356 Pilot Flieger (34:36) Oris AquisPro 4000m (38:12) Oris Artelier S (40:25) Tissot PRX Digital (45:37) Cedric Bellon CB01 GMT NK90 COSC Chronometer (48:19) Farer Universal (52:19) Konstantin Chaykin Kolo...
Ep. #138: A Watch Collection from One Brand
August 28, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 61 MBHello Friends, this week we decided to be extremely original and build a watch collection from one brand of our choice. But! The caveat is it had to be an independent brand that does all in house. Enjoy! Kevin Wristcheck - NOMOS Tangente Dmitri Wristcheck - Rolex Explorer 36 (00:00) Intro & Wristcheck (03:21) New Release: Yema Sous Marine (06:09) AnOrdain Acquires Paulin (07:40) Tissot Heritage 1938 (11:24) Union Glashütte Belisar Date Sport Pro (14:20) JUNGHANS Meister Fein (16:20) Hanhar...
Ep. #137: Watches of World Leaders
August 21, 2023 05:00 - 55 minutes - 56.6 MBHello Friends! On this episode we decided to chat about watches of famous World Leaders. Usually not associated with being watch enthusiasts, some have really interesting and sentimental pieces while other promote local lesser known brands. Hope you enjoy this episode as much as we did! Dmitri Wristcheck - Maen Hudson MK4 SangHwal edition Kevin Wristcheck - Isotope Hydrium Seconde Seconde (00:00) Intro & Wristcheck (07:34) Anthony Ferrer Controversy (The Timepiece Gentleman) (15:12) New R...
Ep. #136: Chatting with Thomas Van Straaten of VPC watch
August 14, 2023 05:00 - 58 minutes - 58.5 MBHello friends! On this episode we had the pleasure of chatting with Thomas Van Straaten, the man behind VPC Watch. Writer at Fratello Watches with many years in the industry and the author of the book "The vintage Rolex Datejust buyer's & collector's guide", Thomas embarked on a project of building his own version of the perfect GADA watch with his brand VPC (Venustas Per Constantiam). Covering every step of building the brand in the most detail possible, the attention to detail this projec...
Ep. #135: Latest News And Watch Releases
August 07, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 60.7 MBHello Friends! There have been quite a few interesting watch releases lately, and on this episode we try to cover some of them that stood out to us the most. Kevin Wristcheck - Seiko 5 Rowing Blazers X Dmitri Wristcheck - Q Timex Reissue Digital LCA (00:00) Intro & Wristcheck (09:16) Tag Heuer Monaco Racing Blue Limited Edition (14:36) Omega Seamaster 300M "Paris 2024" Special Edition (22:30) Swatch Bioceramic What If? (27:08) March LA.B Montre Mansart Automatique (30:28) Arcus Exos (38:02...
Ep. #134: Watch spotting from the cast and creators of Barbie and Oppenheimer as well as some cool pieces worn by Brad Pitt and Idris Elba.
July 31, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 63.1 MBOn this colourful episode we go watch spotting among the cast and creators of Barbie and Oppenheimer while also checking out what's lately on the wrists of Idris Elba and Brad Pitt. And if this is not enough for you to give it a listen, we've got two words for you: Ryan Gosling. Dmitri's Wristcheck: Casio G-SHOCK GA2100 Kevin's Wristcheck: Stowa Flieger Verus 40 (00:00) Intro & Wristcheck (08:12) New Release: Cuervo Y Sobrinos Historiador "Hemingway" (15:30) New Release: Bulova Jet Star (2...
Ep. #133: History Time: Omega Seamaster, Guinand and Lang 43
July 24, 2023 05:00 - 51 minutes - 52.2 MBHello Friends! Sligthly inspired by the recent episodes we decided to do a history time one again. Dmitri is fueling his obsession with the Seamaster while Kev is introducing some slightly lesser known but equalliy as historically significant German brands - Guinand and Lang 1943. Wristcheck Kevin: Squale Marina Militare Combsubin Dmitri: Omega Speedmaster Professional Chronograph 1861 Chapters: News: (06:00) Logines Flagship Heritage Moonphase (10:05) Seiko Prospex 1965 Diver - SJE093J...
Ep. #132: Listeners' Q&A
July 17, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 59.3 MBWelcome back! On this episode we decided to answer some of our listeners' questions. As usual, we respond to absolutely any questions !... as long they are not the ones we don't want to respond to ;). (00:00) Intro & Wristcheck (07:45) News & Releases: Squale Master Marina Militare (13:54) News & Releases: Omega’s 75th Anniversary Lineup (20:17) News & Releases: Tudor Pelagos (29:26) News & Releases: Monta Oceanking (33:33) What's the watch you wore most this year? (36:15) What watch do ...
Ep. #131: Dressy Tool Watches
July 03, 2023 05:00 - 56 minutes - 55.1 MBHello Friends! On this episode we decided to look into tool watches which could also come off on the dressy side, making them quite versatile and potentially making them contenders for the GADA watch. Wristcheck: Kevin: Oris Diver's 65 Bico Dmitri: Rolex Explorer 36mm Chapters (00:00) Intro & Wristcheck (05:41) News & Releases: Alpina Heritage Carrée Mechanical 140 Years (09:54) News & Releases: Citizen Promaster Diver 37mm (14:13) Sinn 1746 Klassik (18:39) Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra 150...
Ep. #130: New Watch Releases
June 26, 2023 05:00 - 53 minutes - 52.7 MBWelcome back our fellow watch ̶a̶d̶d̶i̶c̶t̶s̶ enthusiasts! There has been quite a few interesting watch releases as of late and though we can't go through all of them, we focused on a few of me most interesting ones . From the official US Space Force Micromilspec release to the long requested Longines Zulu GMT in 39mm. Don't miss out on this fun episode! Wristcheck Dmitri: Maen Hudson 38 SangHwal Edition Kevin: Seiko Alpinist 1959 SPB245/SBDC149 Chapters: (00:00) Intro and wristcheck (...
Ep. #129: Best Watches For Your Travel Roll
June 19, 2023 05:00 - 53 minutes - 51.8 MBWelcome back! The Summer has just begun and with it your travel plans, so we decided to think of a perfect 3 watch combination to go into your travel roll. Dmitri is trying to make sure you don't get mugged (for the most part) and Kevin is picking watch versatile watch collections from the same brands. Wristcheck: Kevin: Stowa Marine Original Dmitri: Heron Gladiateur Chapters: (00:00) Intro (04:03) News & Releases: Rolex Daytona 24hr Le Mans (07:59) News & Releases: Tissot 35mm PRX (11:10)...
Ep. #128: Watches On Our Shortlist
June 12, 2023 05:00 - 57 minutes - 53.8 MBWelcome back! Here’s something we haven’t shared in a while: our shortlists of the watches we want to buy. More than just an updated wishlist, these picks reflect our evolving tastes over the years. For Kevin, maybe a timepiece with a unique, fun design or concept twist catches his eye. For Dmitri, no more tool watches. Share your want-to-buy shortlist, or how your tastes have changed with us via Instagram! Chapters: (00:00) Intro (14:51) News & Releases: Tissot Sideral (20:21) News & Rele...
Ep. #127: Fashion Watches - What Are They And Why All The Hate?
June 05, 2023 05:00 - 53 minutes - 50 MBFashion watches among watch enthuasiasts are almost universally hated and on this week's episode we decided to try to figure out what exactly is a fashion watch and whether they should exist or not. Hope you enjoy this discussion centered episode and as always reach out to us on our insta if you have any comments/suggestions. Chapters: (00:00) Intro (05:40) News - IFL watches Casio G-Shock "Black Metal Galaxy" (10:58) News - Isotope Hydrium Second/Seconde (16:19) What is a Fashion Watch? F...
Ep. #126: Best Quartz Watches For Every Budget
May 29, 2023 05:00 - 57 minutes - 51.8 MBWelcome back! On this week’s episode, we discuss the best Quartz movement watches for any budget. From the practical to the painfully expensive, there’s bound to be a recommendation suited for any buyer out there. As always, send your suggestions our way via Instagram! Chapters: (00:00) Intro (10:21) News & Releases: Vulcain Chronograph 1970s (15:20) News & Releases: Union Glashütte Noramis Chronograph Gaisbergrennen (21:11) Casio Oceanus (26:33) CWC G10 Quartz (29:40) Junghans Max Bill (34...
Ep. #125: Best Value Independent Watch Brands
May 22, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 55.9 MBWelcome Back! On this week's episode we decided to focus on independent and relatively new (with one notable mistake on Dmitri's part) brands which we think bring some of the best value. There are many more amazing watchmakers that we couldn't fit into the hour of our show, so if you think there are some others we should have featured, send the suggestions our way! Wrist check: Dmitri: Maen Hudson 38mm Sanghwal Limited edition. Kevin: Seiko 5 Rowing Blazers Chapters: (00:00:00) Intro (00:...
Ep. #124: These watches are almost perfect to us, but...
May 15, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 56.6 MBWelcome back Big Black Clockers! If last week’s episode had you thinking we were too generous with our praise for all the exciting announcements out of Wind Up, then here’s a course correction. Although we might say “Add to Cart” again this week, context is key. Join us as we discuss what watches and brands tease us with beautiful designs or stellar movements, but inevitably leave us clicking away due to bad bracelets, insane retail prices, poor customer service, and so much more. Dmitri's ...
Ep. #123: Best releases of Windup San Francisco 2023
May 08, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 51.2 MBWelcome back Big Black Clockers! This year’s first Windup Watch Fair just took place in San Francisco, and with it, a bunch of exciting new releases. Join us as we highlight the timepieces that truly caught our attention, from a historical Hamilton to an extra nostalgic Timex. Plus, we introduce the new BBC Drinking Game! Take a shot every time Dmitri says “Add to Cart.” Chapters: (00:00) Intro (04:48) Huckberry x TIMEX IRONMAN® Flix Reissue (10:07) Formex REEF Radiant Bronze COSC (13:15) J...
Ep. #122: Best Dive Watches For Any Budget
May 01, 2023 05:00 - 52 minutes - 44.3 MBWelcome Back! On this week's episode we decided to find the best diver watches one can buy at different budgets. Kevin focused on finding the "spec monsters" and overall amazing value for money and Dmitri went with watches for their history, brand power and quality. Hope you enjoy the show! (00:00:24) Intro and News: - Christopher Ward Twelve - Marathon Navigator - Casio G-Shock 40th Anniversary (00:13:10) $500 and Under: - Scurfa Diver One - Seiko 5 Sports (SRPD71) (00:22:25) $1000 and...
Ep. #121: New Releases and a chat with Lauren and Lorenzo Ortega of Lorier Watches
April 24, 2023 05:00 - 59 minutes - 48.3 MBWelcome back Big Black Clockers! On this week’s episode, we chat with the founders of LORIER, Lauren and Lorenzo Ortega. Founded in 2017 after an unfortunate mishap that left Lorenzo without a proper watch to wear at a wedding, the couple decided to dedicate their summers off as school teachers to designing a watch that could do it all. They’ve clearly succeeded. Kevin chats with the husband-and-wife team about their vintage inspiration, Goldfinger, watch sizes, and upcoming releases from L...
Ep. #120: New Releases and a chat with Simon Pennell of Momentum Watches
April 17, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 59.8 MBWelcome back Big Black Clockers! On this week’s episode, we chat with Simon Pennell from Momentum Watches. Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bigblackclockwatch/
Ep. #119: New Releases and a chat with Edward Cho of Fleux Watches
April 10, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 43 MBWelcome back Big Black Clockers! On this week’s episode, we chat with Edward Cho, the founder of a fellow Canadian brand Fleux Watches. A long time watch collector and enthusiast, Ed drew the inspiration to create his perfect watch from vintage skin divers with the name influenced by Henry Fleuss (the inventor of the modern rebreather for divers). The first two models are launching on Kickstarter on Tuesday, April 11th at 11am Eastern. Chapters: (00:00) Intro (01:15) News & Watch Releases ...
Ep. #118: New releases and a chat with Abingdon Mullin from Abingdon Watch Company
April 03, 2023 05:00 - 56 minutes - 42.9 MBWelcome back Big Black Clockers! On this week’s episode, we chat with Abingdon Mullin from Abingdon Co. Founded in 2006, Abingdon’s unique entry into the watch industry began when she discovered the scarcity of pilot watches made specifically for women. She decided to change that, and since then, the company has expanded to a versatile catalog, including aviation, diving and motoring watches all made for women. Chapters: (00:00) Intro (01:22) News & Watch Releases (Citizen Ecodrive 365, Gi...
Ep. #117: Watches and Wonders 2023
March 30, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 65.5 MBWith Watches and Wonders being all over the news this week, we decided to do an off cycle special episode to review some of the most interesting new releases, touching on Rolex, Tudor, Tag Heuer, IWC and many more. Chapters: (00:00:00) Intro (00:03:55) The Stop doing (discontinuation) of Milgauss and new Rolex releases (00:36:50) New Tudor releases (00:54:00) Tag Heuer Carrera Glass box and Carrera 36 (00:59:33) IWC Ingenieur (01:04:10) Breitling Premier and Top Time (01:11:40) Longines ...
Ep. #116: New Watch Releases and a chat with Leon Kehyeyan from La Maison Monaco
March 27, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 42.8 MBWelcome back Big Black Clockers! With Watches and Wonders right around the corner (an episode coming up very soon), we sat down to chat with Leon Kehyeyan from La Maison Monaco, a Montreal-based jewellery and watch chain of boutiques. Leon talks about when he discovered his passion for high-quality watches, how he builds meaningful customer relationships, and even makes a few predictions for the release year ahead. Chapters: (00:00:00) Intro (00:01:40) News & Watch Releases (Fortis F-39, F-...
Ep. #115: Watches We Are Pressured Into Liking
March 20, 2023 05:00 - 58 minutes - 39.9 MBWelcome back Big Black Clockers! When deciding to become a watch enthusiast, there are a few notable watches and brands that come up frequently for the first time buyers. So much so, you feel pressure from other hobbyists (or loyalists for those brands) to purchase these specific watches to jump start your collection the right way. We’re here to take those beloved brands to task and dissect what all the hype is about. Chapters: (00:00:00) Intro (00:02:34) Wrist Check (Omega Speedmaster, 198...
Ep. #114: 2023 Rolex and Tudor Predictions
March 13, 2023 05:00 - 47 minutes - 32.4 MBWelcome back Big Black Clockers! With Watches and Wonders happening soon, and so many brands announcing their new watch releases for this year, we thought what better time to make our predictions in the year ahead for Rolex and Tudor. Chapters: (00:00:00) Intro (00:04:18) New Watch Releases (Nodus, Farer, Garrick) (00:21:19) Rolex Predictions (00:34:59) Tudor Predictions (00:43:22) Overtime Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bigblackclockofficial/ Follow us on Instagram: ht...
Ep. #113: Chatting with Everyday Watch Guy
March 06, 2023 06:00 - 59 minutes - 40.8 MBWelcome back Big Black Clockers! On this week's episode the gang sits down with Toran - an active watch enthusiast with a successful YouTube channel called Everyday Watch Guy . We talk about his fascination with German watches, how we got into the hobby, how to manage a YouTube channel and more! You can find his channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@EverydayWatchGuy Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bigblackclockwatch/