Dialed In

Join host Tim Bender as he sits down with Wes Wynne, the visionary founder of Collectors Corner NY (CCNY), for an insightful conversation about the art of building the perfect collection. In this episode, Tim and Wes delve into the nuances of knowing when to buy and, as challenging as it may be, when to sell. They explore the thrill of the hunt, the excitement of the next acquisition, and share expert tips to help collectors make informed decisions. Whether you're a seasoned collector or just starting out, this episode is packed with valuable advice and inspiring stories. Tune in and elevate your collecting game!

Recorded on 12/20/23, we catch up with our good friend George Watchington. In this insightful episode of our podcast, we delve deep into the intricate world of watch markets, analyzing recent trends and pondering future possibilities. Tim kicks off with some quick life updates then jumps into the state of the market, exploring whether the market has reached its lowest point, unraveling the complexities behind the recent liquidity crisis that has gripped collectors and investors alike. Our expert guest sheds light on the factors that led to this tumultuous period, from economic shifts to changing consumer behaviors. 

Whether you're a seasoned watch enthusiast or just curious about the world of horology, this episode offers a comprehensive look into a market at a pivotal moment. Tune in for an enlightening journey through time!

After high demand, Curtis Chen of Grey and Patina joins the Fog City family on Dialed In. During our conversation, we delve into his passion for watch hunting, the journey of establishing Grey and Patina, and his deep affection for exploring the world while pursuing extraordinary examples. 

Nick Federowicz, founder of Ad Patina, joins the Fog City family this week to discuss building a business around your passion and how for Nick chasing vintage ads, in many respects,  is just as good as chasing the real thing. To Nick, ads are an art form and many look damn good if properly displayed in a frame. 

Hey watch nerds, George Watchington is back on Dialed In to share a summer 2023 market update! Unemployment is at a 50 year low,  inventory is building up, where does the watch market stand?

Kevin O'Dell, a watch collector with a passion for branding, joins the Fog City family to share his visions on where the industry should head. In this episode we discuss the significance of watch dealers and their roles as ambassadors for large brands such as Rolex, Audemars Piguet, Patek Philippe and more.

Gai Gohari from Classic 55 joins the Fog City family to delve into his Milanese upbringing and his journey to the United States at the age of 21, with nothing but aspirations and mere $100. His upbringing in Milan shaped his affinity for fashion and design and played a pivotal role in his efforts to resurrect design-inspired watches that were once deemed worthless and sold as scrap just a few year ago. 

King Flum joins the Fog City City family to reflect on the broken system of watch journalism today, the f*ckery plague in the industry and the need for a self policing community. 

Amr Samaha, architect, developer, tech entrepreneur and exotic watch collector, joins the Fog City Family to discuss how he transformed his difficult upbringing in Egypt into the American dream and how one way relationships are with watch brands such as Patek Philippe.

Matt Farah, editor-at-large for Road & Track Magazine and 'The Smoking Tire' YT & Podcast, joins the Fog City family to discuss how his fascination for cars as a child turned him into one the biggest names in the automotive space. His passion for collecting cars translated to collecting watches, where he recently found himself with not one but two 116660 DeepSea Royal Navy Clearance Divers.

DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those of our guests. They do not necessarily reflect the position of Tim Bender, Fog City or Dialed In.

Luke Rottman, a 23 year old watch dealer, joins the Dialed In family to discuss his unethical upbringings, watch deals that have gone bad and the man who tried to defraud Fog City of seventy thousand dollars. 

Welcome to the first episode of season two! Thank you to everybody who has been with us since day one.  This week, Maximiliano from Relojes Vintage Mexico joins the Dialed In family to discuss hunting fresh to market pieces , the extra security required for transacting in Mexico and how his family inspired him to start Relojes Vintage Mexico at just nineteen. 

Dj Allen, founder of Watch your Wrist, joins the Fog City family to discuss the fallacies  and uncertainty while transacting. We will be delving in to the world of watch dealers  and sharing how the future method of doing business, consignment, is actually designed to benefit both parties. 

Erik Gustafson, the founder of Hairspring, joins the Fog City family to discuss the need for passion based media, some of the watch brands that deserve more attention and what you may want to focus on in this down market. 

Matt Draper, one of the world's leading marine photographers, joins the Fog City family this week. In this episode, he discusses his unique style, marine conservation, love for watches and his recent trip where he sailed from Seattle to Hawaii for two weeks with his two friends. 

Mike Hui, founder and owner of one of the leading Rolex service repair centers, joins the family to debunk myths about laser welding, identifying polished vs. unpolished and what to actually look for when asking for "stretch" pictures.

Meet the next generation of dealers. Linden Lazarus, the  watch dealing mogul, sold over 440 watches just last year at nineteen years old. In this episode, Linden joins the family to share his story, hardships and dream collection. 

Every Monday morning on our instagram (@fogcityvintage), Tim hosts an AMA, "Tim Talks", where he answers all watch related questions completely unfiltered. Windy Watch joins the family this week as the host to our first live AMA where we dive deep into the philosophy of Fog City.

Scott Heileson, the world's leading expert when it comes to all thing MN Tudor, joins the family as we discuss all things MN, including some of his biggest discoveries and why tastefully restoring is sometimes the best thing you can do for a watch.

The worlds of design/architecture and watches aren't all that different. This week Zachary Scott joins the family as he discusses the importance of the new standard of buying, all dealers are under a fiduciary duty to act in the interests of the consumers.