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The episode previewed the upcoming Geneva Watch Days 2026, highlighting Omega’s refreshed 38 mm Speedmaster collection with classic Moonwatch‑inspired dials, slimmer profiles, and new configurations. It also covered Czapek’s Promenade Transparencies Aqua Blue, featuring a complex metallised sapphire dial, and Formex’s Essence line, which introduces an
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Microbrands have evolved from niche, enthusiast‑driven watch makers into influential players that push the boundaries of design, materials, and manufacturing techniques. By embracing ambitious aesthetics, high‑quality production, and innovative engineering, these small brands now offer serious alternatives to established names, raising consumer expectations and expanding the range of
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The episode offers an in‑depth preview of Geneva Watch Days, highlighting its origins during the pandemic and its evolution into a community‑focused event that prioritises accessibility over exclusivity. Jean‑Christophe Babin, former CEO of Bulgari, shares insights into why the gathering began, how it differs from traditional watch
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The episode dives deep into Hélène’s latest watch collection, highlighting standout pieces such as the Fears Brunswick Orchid, a vintage Girard‑Perregaux Gyromatic revived from eBay, and an unexpected €40 Junghans found at a French village fair. Their conversation weaves through personal anecdotes and technical details, exploring the history
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The episode explores the hosts' personal experiences with watches they missed out on or regret selling, highlighting several notable pieces. Mike recounts a rare Citizen Jet Para Water Professional that slipped away after a costly bidding war, while Balazs remembers a reverse‑panda Rolex Daytona that was beyond his
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The episode explores a wide spectrum of watchmaking, moving from ultra‑luxury pieces like the Henri Grandjean Magician Atrium with its three‑axis tourbillon to more affordable, creatively designed models such as Brew’s Retrograph Stone Blend. Listeners hear detailed discussions about new releases from brands like Shinola, Bremont, and
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The episode explores a hypothetical challenge where participants must create a two‑watch collection without any budget limits, focusing on versatility and complementary styles. Lex showcases a Grand Seiko SBGX341 with its clean white dial, RJ selects an Omega Speedmaster Professional ref. 3570.50, and Nacho presents a 1961 Omega
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The episode dives into recent developments in the watch world, beginning with a mixed review of TAG Heuer’s Formula 1 Solargraph Zandvoort Limited Edition, praised for its bold orange, red, and grey palette tied to the final Dutch Grand Prix. It also covers the Omega × Swatch Mission to the
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The episode explores the creation of the new Fears × Andrew Morgan Brunswick 40.5 Jump Hour “Ultimus,” detailing how the collaboration evolved from its inception in April 2025 through multiple design iterations. It highlights the technical innovations of the watch, such as the transparent frosted‑sapphire minute track, the jumping‑
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The episode features Chris Alexander, known as The Dial Artist, discussing his extensive collaboration with Christopher Ward on the Xander collection, where he hand‑painted roughly 1,300 components across 150 watches in just 50 days, leading to an immediate sell‑out. Listeners learn about the challenges of painting individual
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Buying Time Analysis challenges the prevailing assumptions of luxury watch brands, arguing that their traditional strategies often miss the mark. By highlighting how these brands prioritize heritage and exclusivity over genuine innovation, the analysis urges a rethinking of value creation in the industry. It suggests that embracing new technologies and
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The episode explores the latest watch releases for the summer season, featuring Chronoswiss’s new Stone Collection with Jasper and Serpentine dials, TAG Heuer’s collaboration with Bamford and Team Ikuzawa, and Seiko’s European‑exclusive Prospex inspired by Austria’s Lake Hallstatt. It also highlights Hamilton’s vibrant Ventura
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The episode explores the idea of selecting a single decade to wear watches from, examining how each period’s design, movements, and innovations influence the appeal of its timepieces. Listeners hear a discussion about the mechanical experimentation of the 1960s and 1970s, the impact of the quartz crisis, and the
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The episode features Collective Horology co‑founder and CEO Asher Rapkin discussing the legal battle his company waged against President Trump’s tariffs on imported watches. Joined by Liberty Justice Center chairman and CEO Sara Albrecht, they explain how the Supreme Court ruled the President lacked authority to impose the
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The episode features a conversation with Nick from DC Vintage Watches and Matt from the Spirit of Time podcast, exploring a wide range of vintage timepieces. Nick showcases his personal collection, highlighting unique case backs, custom engravings, and double‑branded dials, while Matt contributes his perspective and a borrowed Rolex
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The episode features Pietro from The Limited Edition discussing recent developments in independent watchmaking, including the success of his new London showroom, the launch of the Arnold & Son London Skyline Limited Edition, and a NASA collaboration with Amida. The conversation also highlights emerging talent such as young movement constructors
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The episode explores the controversy surrounding Swatch’s MoonSwatch 1984 application process, questioning its value for enthusiasts, while also examining the pricey Ulysse Nardin Freak X and debating whether its updates justify the higher cost. The hosts discuss the emerging concept of dedicated daytime and nighttime watches, critique this year’
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The episode highlights the best summer‑ready watches released in the first half of 2026, covering a wide price range. Affordable options include colorful and practical models from Kollokium, Baltic, and Seiko, while higher‑priced selections feature pieces from Tudor, Hermès, Grand Seiko, Vacheron Constantin, and Laurent Ferrier. At the
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The episode explores recent releases from major watch brands such as Seiko, IWC, and Swatch, highlighting their technical innovations and design features. It then shifts focus to timepieces that showed promise but never fully succeeded, discussing candidates for a second chance including the Audemars Piguet Jules Audemars AP Escapement, the
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The latest episode delivers a dynamic roundup of recent watch releases, starting with Christopher Ward’s vibrant Pick ‘n’ Mix Twelve collection and moving on to Seiko’s new Presage Cocktail Time “Crushed Ice” models, highlighting how textured dials continue to exceed expectations. It also examines Ulysse Nardin’s ambitious
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The episode explores how initial impressions of watches can evolve over time, highlighting pieces that were once overlooked or disliked but grew to be cherished as collectors gained experience and insight. Through conversations with RJ, Jorg, and Nacho, the discussion reveals how understanding a watch’s history, purpose, and personal
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The podcast episode explores the current dynamics of the watch auction market, highlighting record-breaking sales despite global economic challenges and geopolitical tensions. Insights from Christie's head of watches for the Americas, Europe, and the Middle East reveal that interest is now driven by pieces from brands such
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The episode explores how the definition of entry‑level watches has evolved, highlighting the shift from lower‑priced, enthusiast‑focused pieces to a market where brands like Seiko have raised prices and consumers are expected to invest more in their first luxury timepiece. Listeners discuss specific models such as the
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The episode looks back at the origins of Scottish Watches, exploring how the community formed, the people who inspired it, and the watches that sparked a lifelong passion. Listeners hear stories about early meetings, pivotal moments, and memorable timepieces such as the Swatch GB100, Omega Seamaster, and various Rolex GMT
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Episode 46 of the SJX Podcast explores the Swiss watch industry’s June export figures, highlighting the strong performance of the American market and the influence of the Royal Pop. The discussion also delves into Rolex’s surprising foray into clockmaking, beginning with the brand’s patents for a traditional
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The episode explores how the concept of a grail watch evolves as collectors gain experience and refine their tastes. Guests Nacho, RJ, and Thomas reflect on the watches that once represented their ultimate goals, discussing how shifting priorities, deeper knowledge, and personal growth have led them to reassess and sometimes
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The episode opens with an in‑depth look at the new Omega × Swatch Mission to the Moon 1969 release, highlighting its 18k Moonshine Gold dial, crown and pushers, and why it may be the best MoonSwatch yet. The discussion then shifts to Breitling’s Aston Martin DB5 Top Time collection,
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Lorier Watches, a New York‑based boutique founded in 2017, built a reputation for vintage‑inspired, everyday‑wear watches offered at approachable prices. Rapid growth strained the small operation, leaving co‑founders Lauren and Lorenzo Ortega unable to meet rising demand, which threatened the brand’s future. A conversation with
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The episode delves into a watch‑related crime investigation, featuring insights from the Metropolitan Police Flying Squad. Listeners are taken behind the scenes of a complex case, exploring how specialized police units tackle theft and fraud within the luxury watch market, and highlighting the challenges of tracking stolen timepieces across
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The episode features a conversation between aBlogtoWatch founder Ariel Adams and Frederic Gasser, President of B.R.M North America, detailing how the French motorsport‑inspired watch brand entered the U.S. market. Gasser recounts how a simple phone call and a handful of watches led to the brand’s
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The episode dives into the latest developments in the watch world, featuring detailed discussions on Zenith’s Defy Extreme chronographs, the historic Buzz Aldrin watch collection heading to auction, and Norqain’s vibrant Freedom GMT Holiday Edition. It also examines Panerai’s first Submersible on a bracelet, Titan’s ultra‑
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Under Guido Terreni’s leadership, Parmigiani Fleurier has embraced a philosophy of “private luxury,” producing elegant and technically innovative pieces such as the Tonda PF and Toric collections. Recent releases, including the Tonda PF Chronograph Mysteriéux, have reimagined classic complications like the GMT, drawing significant attention at this year’s
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The episode explores the current state of the pre‑owned luxury watch market, highlighting how it has shifted from post‑pandemic speculation to a more mature environment with distinct opportunities. Featuring Harry and Ben from WatchTrader & Co., the conversation reveals the scale of their operations—selling over 300 watches
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The episode explores a range of watch brands, models, and styles that the hosts appreciate but would likely never add to their collections. Various factors such as price, personal style, wrist size, and marketing influence their decisions, with specific examples including the Jaeger‑LeCoultre Reverso, Bvlgari Octo Finissimo, Girard‑Perregaux
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The episode examines the Swatch‑Audemars Piguet Royal Pop collaboration, highlighting how the initial hype quickly faded as market enthusiasm waned. By analyzing search trends and consumer reactions, the discussion reveals lessons for future partnerships, emphasizing the importance of sustained engagement and strategic timing to avoid similar downturns. The conversation
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The episode dives into Studio Underd0g’s new Generation 2 02 Series and the D0ghouse, the brand’s British headquarters and assembly facility, highlighting how these developments signal a deeper commitment to UK watchmaking. It also explores Straum’s Jan Mayen Frozen Metal Titanium with its frosted galvanic dial and
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The episode explores Leica’s deep-rooted connection to watchmaking, tracing its origins back to founder Ernst Leitz’s 19th‑century training in Neuchâtel and the company’s evolution from optical instruments to luxury timepieces. Henrik Ekdal, the newly appointed Managing Director of Leica’s watches and accessories division, discusses
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The episode features a conversation with Thomas Baillod, founder of BA111OD, exploring how his brand challenges traditional Swiss watchmaking practices. Baillod discusses the origins of BA111OD as a proof‑of‑concept for community‑driven sales and “WeCommerce,” detailing the evolution from a concept to a full‑scale watch company that
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The episode explores the prevalence of misleading terminology in watch advertisements, highlighting how phrases such as “new old stock,” “military,” “tropical,” “unpolished,” “rare,” and “barn find” are often misused to inflate perceived value or obscure defects. By dissecting these terms, the discussion reveals the confusion they cause for collectors and
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The episode features a conversation between Ariel Adams and Nathan Clapp, the founder of Wriven Labs, who discusses his journey from working on the Apple Watch to creating the Wing One—a specially designed accessory that protects both watches and vehicles. Drawing on his background in industrial design, Clapp explains
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Roy Davidoff, a Geneva‑born watch dealer and collector, has built a career around vintage and pre‑owned timepieces. After growing up in a family of jewelers and moving from Geneva to Miami, he worked for notable brands such as Bovet and Jacob & Co. before co‑founding Roy &
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The episode explores how starting a watch collection today would differ from the past, emphasizing a fresh perspective unburdened by prior experience. It highlights the impact of social media, the rise of microbrands, and the abundance of research resources, while still recognizing the enduring appeal of vintage pieces and the
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The episode features a wide‑ranging conversation between Rikki and Barbara Palumbo, touching on topics from the excitement of the 2026 FIFA World Cup to the latest developments in the watch industry. Barbara recounts her experiences at Las Vegas’s Couture × Time To Watches and JCK shows, highlighting a resurgence
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The episode explores the latest innovations and cultural shifts shaping the watch industry, highlighting the UN’s upgraded Freak X line with a new bracelet and movement, as well as the expanding adventure-focused offerings from the Fears brand. Listeners also hear about the introduction of the Citizen 1 Eco‑
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The conversation explores Sylvain Berneron’s journey from corporate employment to founding an independent watch brand, highlighting his commitment to creative risk and authentic design. By investing personal savings and embracing unconventional concepts such as the Mirage collection, he demonstrates how a clear vision and dedication to craftsmanship can shape
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The episode explores the niche world of car watches, examining how collaborations between watchmakers and automotive brands often miss the mark. It discusses the historical appeal of angled dials and chronographs for drivers, highlighting that many designs become overly branded and only resonate with owners of specific cars. The conversation
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The episode explores the launch of Enquirus, a neutral digital platform created by Richemont to combat watch and jewellery theft worldwide. It details how the service, now free and covering all watch brands, integrates with eBay and multiple police forces across more than 30 countries, Interpol, insurers, and secondary‑market
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The latest episode of aBlogtoWatch Weekly dives into the complexities of the luxury watch market, exploring topics such as Rolex waitlists, the prevalence of “price on request,” and the challenges collectors face with brands like Doxa. Hosts Rick, Ariel, and David discuss the impact of cultural differences on watch buying,
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The episode opens with Rikki and Dave discussing the Arnold & Son × The Limited Edition HM London Skyline, a 20‑piece collection that blends hand‑crafted mother‑of‑pearl cityscapes with subtle luminescent landmarks and an ultra‑thin, manually wound calibre. They then move on to Spinnaker’s SpongeBob SquarePants
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The episode brings together several members of the Hodinkee team, including the Editor‑in‑Chief, Senior Editor, and an additional editor, to answer listener questions about the watch industry. Topics covered range from the impact of 3D‑printing advances on watch movement production to how brands factor enthusiast preferences into