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Vu Bui joins James and Ken. They talk about their favourite clothing brands and why they matter to them. Plus a bit of the usual watch and TV chat.
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Show Notes
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Wrist Check.
James - Timor Modern Field watch.
Ken - Arken Instrumentum.
Vu - Grand Seiko SBGW321.
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Mentioned:
SJX Article on Fine Watchmaking market Map 2022
Shift fashion group Youtube channel
P&Co.
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Homework.
James - Silo Apple TV
Ken - The Night Agent, Season 2.
Vu - Patriot. Amazon Prime
James and Ken discuss a wide range of subjects, including coffee shops, denim, leather, flashlights, and of course, watches.
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Show Notes
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Wrist Check.
James - Kurono Tokyo Reiwa
Ken - Universal Geneve Polerouter
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Mentioned:
Oberwerth leather camera bags.
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Homework.
James - Anthony Lip Balm, White Tea and Mint.
Ken - Yellowstone (soon to be on Netflix)
James and Ken chat about new and old watch and gear releases, including the Vacheron Constantin 222 in steel, The Oris Miss Piggy, Foursevens flashlights, and another of Tom Places' many talents.
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Show Notes.
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Wrist Check.
James - Tudor Black Bay 54 on Uncle Seiko Jubilee style bracelet.
Ken - Arken Instrumentum
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Mentioned:
Watches of Espionage wrist compass
Tinker & Fix Otterwax shoes cleaning kit
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Homework.
James - SAS Rogue Heroes Season 2
Ken - Squid Game
James and Ken talk about a few of the things they'd like to see from the watch world this year, as well as the usual gear, watch and nonsense chat.
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Show Notes.
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Wrist Check.
James - Kurono Tokyo Calandier 1.
Ken - Arken Alterum
Mentioned:
Omega Seamaster 300m monochrome
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Homework.
James - Black Dove - Netflix
Ken - Otterwax shoe cleaning wax and kit.
Lydia and Vu join James and Ken for part 2 of a Festive laughter filled chat.
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Laughter warning!
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Show Notes
Wrist Check.
James - Lorier x Worn and Wound Astra Stargazer
Ken - IWC Chrono
Lydia - 1950’s Hamilton
Vu - Kurono Tokyo Reserve de Marche Sensu NOS
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Mentioned:
Sinn 155s x Revolution magazine
Zenith El Primero Chrono Original Triple Calender, Hodinkee Edition
I accidentally became a meme from Buzzfeed
Huberman Lab with Andy Galpin podcast
Part 1. James and Ken are joined by Lydia Winters and Vu Bui for a bumper two part episode. Our standout watches and gear of 2024.
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Show Notes.
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Wrist Check.
James - Lorier x Worn and Wound Astra Stargazer
Ken - IWC Chrono
Lydia - 1950’s Hamilton
Vu - Kurono Tokyo Reserve de Marche Sensu NOS
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Mentioned:
James, Ken, and Philip give some picks for their favourite festive watch choices. Plus a bonus festive film pick.
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Wrist Check.
James - Kurono Tokyo Reiwa and Seiko SNE587P1
Ken - Universal Geneve 1950’s Polerouter
Phillip - Arken Alterum on a new Arken rubber strap
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Mentioned:
Vulcain Nautique Bronze and Grey
Omega Aqua Terra 38mm Champagne dial
Tudor Submariner 7021 snowflake from 1970
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Festive Film Choices
James - Princess Bride
Ken - Jumanji
Phillip - In Bruges
James and Ken talk about watches and gear... again.
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Show Notes
Wrist Check.
James - Omega Railmaster 36mm
Ken - Arken Alterum
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Mentioned:
Farer Discovery in gunmetal and Jade
Nivada Grenchen F77 in Ceramic
Timex x Worn and Wound collaboration
Lorier x Worn and Wound collaboration
Omega Titanium Seamaster 300 Bronze gold and green
Doxa Toppers Edition, Great White
Baltic Hermetique Bronze collection
The James Brand Bolen, Burwell and Palmer
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Homework.
James - The First Law trilogy audiobooks - Joe Abercrombie
Ken - Preowned watch shops:
James is joined by Lil Sweetie; entrepreneur, rap star, lover, fighter, all around toughie with a heart of gold.
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Show Notes
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Wrist Check.
James - Kurono Toyko Reserve de Marche ‘Sensu NOS’
Ken - Grand Seiko 61GS 6145
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Mentioned:
This Watch Life, Arken episode
RSM straps Japanese canvas strap
Nike Mercurial Vapour football boot.
Ressence Type 8 Shelman edition
Snow Peak Ti spoon and Fork set
Girrard Perregaux Laureato 38mm
Blancpain Fifty Fathoms Tech Gombessa
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Homework.
James - Man on the Inside.
James, Ken, and the wonderful Vu Bui shoot the watchie breeze. They talk; Japanese/ Texan mashups, Collection sizes, Diamonds, and a little about the British Watch weekend at the new Time and Tide space in London.
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Show Notes.
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Wrist Check.
James - Zenith El Primero Original 1969
Ken - Seiko speedtimer 6139
Vu - Arken Alterum Year of the Dragon
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Mentioned:
Kurono Tokyo Toko Mystic Grey Dial
Kurono Tokyo Reserve de Marche Sensu N.O.S.
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Homework.
James - Interior Chinatown
Ken - Hodinkee podcast Biver interview
Vu - Final Fantasy 1-6 Pixel remastered for the Nintendo Switch.
James and Ken are joined by Dan from the Zulu Time podcast. .
Show Notes:
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Wrist Check.
James - Grand Seiko SBGX267
Ken - Arken Alterum on Instrumentum bracelet
Dan - Elliot Brown Holton
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Mentioned:
Victorinox Watchtool Hodinkee edition
Platatac Bullock Echo helmet carrier backpack
Paid to Raid G Chief leather wallet
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Homework.
James - Apple TV 4K Ethernet
Dan - The Day of the Jackal and The Redcoat Craftsman
James, Ken, and Philip cover a wide range of topics, with the usual mix of watch, watch related, gear and gear related topics. Innit.
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Show Notes.
Wrist Check.
James - Kurono Tokyo Calendrier 1 on Molequin Strap
Ken - Casio Gshock DW6900
Philip - Arken Alterum
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Mentioned:
Shadow Foam custom cut outs
MecArmy kickstarter for calipers
Peak Design case system for Iphone 16
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Homework.
James - The Day of the Jackal
Ken - Hodinkee podcast - Stone Dials
Philip - Filtru App.
James and Ken shoot the geary breeze. Lots of the usual bits n bobs from the watch , apparel, and gear world. .
Show Notes
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Wrist Check.
James - Zenith El primero Original
Ken - IWC 3706
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Mentioned:
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Homework.
James - Playforever Ken
Ken - P&Co
James welcomes Vu Bui back onto the podcast, with the first of a monthly fixture with Vu. In this episode, we chat about some of Vu's current favourite items of gear, clothing, EDC, and bags.
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Show Notes.
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Mentioned:
Filson x Magnum x David Allen Harvey
Chris Reeve Sebenza 31 in canvas micarta
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Homework.
James - Rapscallion Soda. Wotancraft Camera pouches.
Vu - Nintendo Switch, Legend of Zelda - Echoes of Wisdom
James, Ken, and Philip, each pick three watches for three alternate versions of themselves. Not all quite what you'd expect.
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Show Notes.
Wrist Check.
James - Clemence Munro Amber
Ken - Arken Alterum on Instrumentum bracelet
Philip - RZE Urbanist Lodgepole Pine
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Picks.
Vacheron Constantin Gold 1950 Disco Volante
Lange and Sohne 1 Platinum Perpertual Moon
Blancpain TI Fifty Fathoms 45mm
Mercedes CEO in BMW Youtube Ad.
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Mentioned:
Hamlton x Engineered Garments 36mm Field Watch
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Homework.
James - The Office Australia.
Ken - Standard H episdoe with Kat Shoulders. Hodinkee Podcast with Max Busser.
Philip - Finch and A Man called Otto.
James and Ken shoot the geary breeze and chat new releases, ye olde EDC, and generally get their knickers in a twist.
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Show Notes
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Wrist Check.
James - Kurono Tokyo Calandrier 1
Ken - Casio G Shock DW6900
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Mentioned:
Sierra66actual on Instagram
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Homework.
Ken - Oppenheimer
James, Ken, and Philip chat about Kens whistlestop trip to the Toronto Timepiece Show in not surprisingly Toronto. Including a starring part in the live TGN recording!
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Show Notes.
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Wrist Check.
James - Zenith El Primero Chronomaster Original (Last gen)
Ken - Halios Seafourth 4
Philip - Rolex Explorer 2.
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Mentioned:
Kurono Tokyo ReServe de Marche ‘Sensu N.O.S.’
Hodinkee Chronomaster Original Triple calender
Oris White dial bronze Diver 65
Worn and Wound/ Lorier Stargazer collab.
Ricos Watches - Sketchy boys watch club.
Collective Arts Brewing
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Homework.
Ken - Julie Kraulis
James and Philip chat about a few bits and bobs that have caught their eyes over the last week or so, and Philip gives us the low down on his awesome Offroad adventure in Morocco.
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Show Notes
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Wrist Check.
James - Hamilton Khaki Quartz 33mm
Philip - CWC Special Version.
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Mentioned:
Hamilton Khaki Titanium Auto 38mm
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Homework.
Philip - Grand Tour Last Episode
James and Ken are joined by friend of the show, Ryley, who not only is a full throttle gear junky, but recently went to the UK Snow Peak Camp-out, and has come on to fill us in. Perhaps, next year a Form and Function @ Snow Peak camp out/ get together is on the cards?!
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Wrist Check.
James - Doxa Sub 200T Sharkhunter on Erikas original Strap
Ken - Ulterum on Prototype Rubber Strap
Ryley - CWC custom diver (See IG)
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Mentioned:
Worn and Wound New Old stock Hamilton Khaki
Aquastar Airstar Chrono black out
Doxa Sub 200 St Maarten edition
Frederique Constant Moneta Moonphase 37mm
Snow Peak Takibi flatpack Fire Pit
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Homework.
James - Bad Monkey on Apple TV
Ryley -Kaweco Liliput ballpoint pen.
James and Philip catch up on watch and gear news from the past few weeks.
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Wrist Check.
James - Rolex Explorer 1 on Molequin suede strap
Philip - Longines x Hodinkee Ti GMT
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Mentioned:
Rotary Watches (See IG)
Bell & Ross BR03 Horizon Watch
Christopher Ward C63 Radiance collection
Nivada Grenchen Chronomaster with interchangeable bezels
Chaves Fatman and Little Boy tools
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Homework.
James - Kaos on Netflix
Philip - Rebel Ridge & The World according to Jeff Goldblum
James and Ken chat Watches, cars and coffee.
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Show Notes
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Wrist Check.
James - Omega Seamaster 30 on Delugs strap.
Ken - Casio G Shock DW6900
Mentioned:
Farer Durham Green cushioned case with Eastern Arabic indices
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Homework.
Ken - Contact Coffee Company
James, Ken, and Philip pick their favourite new watch releases, mostly from Geneva Watch Days. A few feelings may have been hurt.
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Wrist Check.
James - Rolex Explorer 1.
Ken - Halios Seafourth 4 on rubber Omega Planet Ocean strap.
Philip - Rolex Explorer 2.
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Mentioned:
Trilobe Nuit Fantastique 38.5mm
Favre Leuba Seasky Chronograph
Doxa Sub 300 Carbon Sea Emerald
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Homework.
James - Foursevens Sale
Ken - ZuluAlpha Sale
Philip - Ultra Processed People
James and Ken go to war. Scones, camera gear, great TV, and of course Watches.
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Show Notes
Episode 47
Wrist Check.
James - Grand Seiko SBGX267
Ken - Halios Seafourth 4 on Watches of Espionage glomar strap
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Mentioned:
IWC Mark XX Patrouille Swiss Ti
Doxa Jump Hour Fratello Article
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Homework.
James - Gentleman in Moscow
Ken - Runrepeat.com
James, Ken, and Philip get their gear and watches chat on once again. Plus mini M&M's and freeze dried Skittles. .
Wrist Check.
James - Kurono Tokyo Calendrier 1 on Molequin strap
Ken - Casio G Shock DW6900
Philip - Longines Ti GMT Hodinkee
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Mentioned:
Zenith El Primero 1969 Original
Spiderman Hang video
The North Face Vectiv Pro 2 Summit Series
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Homework.
Philip -
James, Ken, and Philip catch up, with the usual mix of gear chat, watch waffle, and all around enabler content.
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Wrist Check.
James - Longines Legend Diver 36mm on RSM Strap
Ken - Casio G Shock DW6900
Philip - Tudor Pelagos 39 on Erikas Original strap
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Mentioned:
Philips Sea 2 Sky Ultra Marathon
Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra Ultra Light
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Booze but not.
Beavertown Lazer crush IPA 0.3%
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Homework.
James - Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare on Amazon Prime
Philip - Endure: Mind, Body and the Curiously Elastic Limits of Human Performance
Bo is back! James and Bo talk EDC, Watches, Bags, collecting philosophies, Film, and a wee bit of Star Wars.
(James waffle warning!).
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Show Notes.
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Wrist Check.
Bo - Seiko Baby Monster (See IG Post)
James - Omega Railmaster 36mm on a Veblenist strap
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Mentioned:
Civivi Tacn n tweeze Civivi Gordo
Lord of the Rings, rings of power on Amazon
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Homework.
Bo - .Silent Night
James - Killing It
James and Philip chat about Omega and the Olympics, EV's Non booze, sunglasses, and of course Watches.
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Show Notes.
Episode 43 .
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Wrist Check.
Philip - Tag Heuer CS3111 on 2 Stitch Straps.
James - Doxa Sub 200T on Erika’s Original strap
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Mentioned:
Omega Paris 2024 Bronze Gold Edition
Olympic security Forces Omega 300
Swatch X Omega Mission to Super Blue Moonphase
Laco Flieger Pro blue dial custom range
Christopher Ward C63 Colchester
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Homework.
Philip - Monochrome article on Omega and the Olympics.
James - Moscot Sunglasses Covent Garden London store
James and Ken are joined by Vu Bui. Vu is one half of the watch power couple behind the fantastic 'This Watch Life' podcast. We chat about gear, cameras, EDC, coffee, woodworking, and of course watches.
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Show Notes
Episode 42 - Vu Bui
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Wrist Check.
Vu - Otsuka Lotec No. 6
James - Doxa Sub 200T on Veblenist strap
Ken - IWC 3706
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Mentioned:
Omega 60th Speedie from the Trilogy
Grand Seiko SLGW003G Wagtail Video
Vu’s coffee set up (See IG post)
Lydias Snow Peak Coffee grinder
Blade Hats, skull hat mentioned by Ken
Orlando Palacios (Worth and Worth hatters)
Articles of Interest - Avery Trufelman
Vu’s chair (Wow… just wow!)
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Homework.
James - Those about to Die on Amazon Prime
Ken - Yuka App
James, Ken, and Philip talk about the usual watch based stuff with a perhaps side of both sport and Porsche adjacent chat. With their first on-air 'booze but not' tasting thrown in.
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Wrist Check.
James - Doxa Sub 200T on Veblenist strap
Ken - Sangin Overlord on Benrus blue strap
Philip - Halios Seafourth 4
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Mentioned:
Philips vintage Orfina (almost)
Timex Waterbury Traditional flyback
Ken in the Malverns (See IG)
Farer Discovery with Olive green dial
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Booze but not.
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Homework.
James - Tacoma FD
Philip - 1 More than 10 (Years) on Youtube
Ken - Tokyo Vice
James, Ken, and Philip talk about the usual mix of Watches, cars, sunglasses, outdoor gear, and the first of the new 'booze but not' segments, where, in an effort to combat our encroaching middle age, we talk about the latest low alcohol/ non alcoholic drinks we've tried.
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Show Notes
Episode 40 - Watches, Land Rovers, Sunglasses, Booze but not, and more watches.
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Wrist Check.
James - Tudor BB54 on Uncle Seiko Jubilee style strap.
Ken - Arken Alterum
Philip - Tudor BB58 on Watches of Espionage Glomar strap
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Mentioned:
Keith, Keifro on Youtube
Nivada Grenchen x Ace Jewellers F77
Freaderique Constant runabout, 36mm with blue dial.
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Booze but not.
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Homework.
James - Utopia (Dreamland) on Australian Netflix (With VPN)
Philip - Mark Cavendish Never Enough, Netflix documentary
Ken - Nope on Netflix
James, Ken and Philip chat about the Fan Dance race, the WatchIT watch show, along with a regular sprinkling of Watches, Bags and schtuff.
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Show Notes.
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Wrist Check.
James - Hamilton Khaki aviation Pioneer Pilot on Veblenist strap
Ken - IWC 3706 on Zulu Alpha otan strap.
Philip - Rolex Explorer 2 on green Highline Farringdon strap.
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Mentioned:
Highline watch straps and Watches of Wilson Instagram
Land Rover defender agricultural specification
Alpha Romeo GT Electric from Totem
Olight Baton 4 Stormtrooper colour
Chopard XPS 1816 Vendeme One Officer
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Homework.
James - Lego Speed Champion Ferrari F40
Philip - Warmsley The Film - Youtube
Ken - Universal Surplus
James and Ken have a good chin wag about watches, dancing with fans, beer, bags, food, and, more watches.
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Show Notes.
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Wrist Check.
James - Tudor Blackbay 54
Ken - Halios Seafourth IV
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Mentioned:
Farer Mono Chrono (See IG Post)
Patek Philippe World Timer in Platinum (See IG Post)
Fears Brunswick James Porter and Son edition and Silver cased white dial version.
Omega x Swatch moonswatch latest versions
Watches in the Wild from Hodinkee with Cole Pennigton
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Homework.
James - Yaar Bars
Ken - Off Menu Podcast
James, Ken and Philip get their jibber jabber on and talk watches, Land Rovers, EV's, shoes, and TV, with all the usual waffly geekery.
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Show Notes
Episode 37 - Chitter Chatter
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Wrist Check.
James - Omega Railmaster 36mm on Veblenist strap
Ken - Sangin Overlord
Philip - Halios Seaforth 4
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Mentioned:
Doxa Sub 200t and Sub 300
Philips IG poll, Ineos Grenadier vs Land Rover Defender (See IG Post)
Kens Land Rover Evoque (See IG Post)
Dacia campaign shot by Grant Evans (See IG Post)
James Great Grandmothers watch (See IG Post)
Ken doing the splish splash (See IG Post)
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Homework.
James - HebtroCo Wax n Wool Vest
Philip - The Contractor
James, Ken, and Philip mull over a few watch related security concerns and their thoughts on what one can do about them. Plus a ton of the usual watch and entertainment based waffle.
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Show Notes
Episode 36 - Waffle, waffle, watch security.
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Wrist Check.
James - Seiko SNE569 on Eulit Perlon Straps
Ken - Arken Instrumentum
Philip - Serica 5303
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Mentioned:
Serica 6190 Field Chronometer Watch
Banclip bracelet
Uncle Seiko brushed Executive bracelet for Tudor BB54
Video of bracelet installation
Blancpain Air Command Titanium 36.2mm
Oris Diver 65 bronze/ cotton candy with black dial
Article about Richmond robbery.
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Homework.
James - Road House on Amazon Prime TV.
Philip - Lessons In Chemistry Apple TV
Ken - Dont Worry Darling
Mildly chaotic draft pick episode where James, Ken and Philip pick watches from the Seiko group in £1k, £4k and Unlimited budget catagories.
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Show Notes
Episode 35 - Japanese game show style Seiko group draft pick. Kinda.
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Wrist Check.
James - Tag Heuer CS3111 on Molequin orange strap.
Ken - Arken Alterum on bracelet.
Philip - Seiko 4205 0150
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Draft picks:
James -
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Ken -
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Philip -
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Also mentioned:
Homework.
James - This Watch Life podcast
Philip - Race for Glory, Audi vs Lancia
Episode 34. A Motorbike gear primer- from head to toe.
We thought we’d tap into Philip’s deep love of gear and motorbikes and get the lowdown on what motorbike gear Philip uses and why. Plus the usual geary chat.
Wristcheck:
Philip: CWC SBS diver
James: Omega Seamaster 300M 2531.80.00
Mentioned:
Bike Gear:
Helmet -
Ear protection -
Armour/ Jackets -
Gloves -
Godltop Viceroy
Trousers -
Boots -
Goggles -
Homework:
Philip - E3 Rehab
James - Narcos Mexico
James, Ken, and Philip imagine who they'd choose if they hit superstardom and had to pick a watch brand, apparel brand, and gear brand to represent.
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Show Notes
Episode 33 - Our superstar sponsorship drafts.
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Wrist Check.
James - Oris Cervo Volante Pointer Date on Molequin strap.
Ken - Arken Alterum on grey strap.
Philip - Seiko SNZH53.
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Sponsorship choices:
James - Oris, Arcteryx and Samsung.
Ken - Sinn, Snow Peak and Ricoh.
Philip - Tudor, Belstaff and Wera tools.
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Also mentioned:
Snap on Tools.
Patagonia
Fjallraven
Filson
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Homework.
Philip - Tailwind electrolytes
Ken - The Land of Bad on Amazon Prime.
James talks with James Mulvale from Farer about Farer, Farer, and a little more Farer, as well as our love and hate for all things Tudor, a certain headline grabbing collaboration, Omegas gender strategy, and even some Whisky.
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Show Notes
Episode 30 - James Mulvale from Farer watches.
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Wrist Check.
James - Tudor BlackBay 54
James Mulvale - Farer Thurso Aquamatic
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Mentioned.
Omega Planet Ocean 2024 Boutique editions.
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Homework.
Just what you need after 30 years either in a coma or in a bunker. Entertainment recommendations from three over opinionated but well meaning fellows. TV, film, music, and book recommendations to ease you back into the world.
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Show Notes
Episode 31 - Post bunker entertainment recommendations.
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Wrist Check.
James - Rolex Explorer 1 114270
Ken - Arkem Ulterum
Philip - Longines Ti GMT x Hodinkee
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Mentioned.
Watches of Espionage Velcro Strap
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Films
Inception
Wall-E
Toy Story
The Green Book
Her
A thousand foot Journey
Lord of the Rings
Gladiator
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TV Shows
Sherlock on the BBC
The Office US
Parks and Recreation
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Albums
The Killers - Sam Town
John Meyer - Where the Light Is.
Counting Crows - August and Everything after.
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Books
The Martian - Andy Weir
Mr Porter guide to a better day
The Blade Itself - Joe Abercromnie. (Part of the First Law Trilogy)
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Homework.
One Man’s Ongoing Quest To Find His Long-Lost Rolex Submariner
As promised, Tom Clemence joins us for Part 2 of this years Watches and Wonders chat. Favourites, fandom and a side of bromance.
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Show Notes
Episode 29 - Part 2 of Watches and Wonders Week with Tom Clemence.
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Wrist Check.
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Tom - Clemence Munro British Watchmakers edition
James - Omega Railmaster on Veblenist strap
Ken - Arken Alterum on blue test strap.
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Mentioned.
Tudor BB58 GMT on Bark and Jack IG
The Deep Track ep with Bilal Khan
Teddy Baldassarre W&W coverage
Worn and Wound Watches and Wonders podcast coverage
James and Philip are sadly stuck in blighty, but Ken is in Geneva for a week of watches and watch related festivities. He's joined by Tom Clemence of Clemence Watches, and the crew unpack a bit of whats come out of the show so far. Rolex, Tudor, Bremont and a bit of Vacheron Constantin.
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Show Notes
Episode 28 - Part 1 of Watches and Wonders Week. With a surprise guest.
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Wrist Check.
Tom - Clemence Munro in Highland Amber
James - Tudor Black Bay 54
Ken - Arken Alterum on blue test strap.
Philip - Longines x Hodinkee Spirit Zulu Time GMT
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Mentioned.
Tudor Black Bay 58 in solid gold, now with a full gold bracelet.
Vacheron Constantin Overseas green dials
Tudor Balck Bay 58 GMT without gilt
Rolex GMT Master 2 with Black and Grey Bezel.
Rolex Perpetual 1908 Black dial. Turns out it's not new!
James, Ken and Philip have a bit of a chat about what Form and Function is, how does it manifest in our eyes. As usual, lots of waffle, lots of gear, watches, and a splattering of media content.
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Show Notes.
Episode 27 - Form and Function… what is it to us?
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Wrist Check.
James - Longines Legend Diver 36mm on RSM canvas strap.
Ken - Arken Alterum on blue test strap.
Philip - TAG Heuer CS3111
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Mentioned.
Philips rejuvenated Seikos. See Philips IG soon!
Blancpain Fifty Fathoms 42mm Ti
New Seiko SPB replacement range
Studio Ghibli - Howls Moving Castle
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Homework.
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Ken - The Deep Track podcast with Tom Place and 6 Days on Netflix
Philip - Kenta Gomazaki Instagram and The Greyhound on Apple TV
Watches, Industry gossip, Cars, Books, Apps, 90's adverts, and the Argos catalogue. Are you not entertained?!
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Show Notes.
Episode 26 - Kens download from the British Watchmakers Day.
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Wrist Check.
James - Omega Railmaster on Veblenist strap
Ken - Arken Alterum on blue test strap.
Philip - TAG Heuer CS3111
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Mentioned by Ken.
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Mentioned by Philip.
Video of Jack Heuer explaining the Carrera
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Homework
James - Renault 5 EV. and Readly magazine App.
Ken - P&Co Wayfare Field Watch
Philip - Trailevents.co and Finding Ultra by Rich Roll
James and Philip chat about buying and selling watches, tips and tactics, good and bad experiences on eBay, Chrono 24, and their thoughts on how to navigate selling watches; perhaps one of the most frustrating areas of watch enthusiasm.
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Show Notes.
Episode 25 - Buying and Selling Watches.
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Wrist Check.
James - Tudor Black Bay 54
Philip - Aquastar Model 60 black dial.
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Mentioned by James.
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Omega Speedmaster White dial.
Fears Brunswick 38 'Silver Noir'
Watches of Distinction in Lymington
Grand Seiko 37mm Titanium JDM SBGX267
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Mentioned by Philip.
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Weir and Sons in Dublin
Paul Sheeran in Dublin.
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Homework.
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James - The Gentlemen - Netflix
Philip - Masters of the Air - Apple TV
We are very happy to be joined by Tom Place this week, Professional stunt man and coordinator, Diver, fighter, lover and all around lovely chap.
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Show Notes
Episode 24 - Tom Place
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Wrist Check.
Tom - Tudor FXD Blacked out.
James - TAG Heuer 1964 CS3111
Ken - Arken Instrumentum
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Mentioned by Tom.
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Mentioned by James.
Teddy Baldassarre video with Tom Place
‘Vellies’ from Jim Green, African Ranger.
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Mentioned by Ken.
James and Ken chat about the upcoming British Watchmakers event in London, where Ken will be exhibiting. Mostly watches, but a bit of film, philosophy, and general silliness thrown in too.
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Show Notes
Episode 23 - British Watchmakers Day.
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Wrist Check.
James - Oris Pointer Date Cervo Volante on Molequin Strap
Ken - Arken Alterum special edition.
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Mentioned by James.
Standard H Podcast, Molequin Episode
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Mentioned by Ken.
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Homework.
James - Napoleon on Apple TV
Ken - Past Lives on Netflix
A short bit of solo action from James this week. A mix of gear, watches, cameras, and gear philosophy... kind of.
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Show Notes.
Episode 22 - Solo Action.
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Wrist Check.
James - Omega Speedmaster 60th on Veblenist Wolf Grey strap.
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Mentioned by James.
Lautie x Urban EDC Supply Shuffle V2
Excessorise Me youtube video on Shuffle v2
Longines x Hodinkee Ti GMT For Sale. DM me (gearetal) on Instagram.
Grand Seiko SBGX267 For Sale. DM me (gearetal) on Instagram.
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Homework.
Yup... you read that correctly. James, Ken, and Philip try to align watch brands with UK supermarkets. Plus the usual gear, watch, and content chat.
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Show Notes.
Episode 20 -
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Wrist Check.
James - Tudor Blackbay 54
Ken - Arken Alterum
Philip - Rolex Explorer 2 on Veblenist leather NATO. .
Mentioned by James.
Mentioned by Philip.
Mentioned by Ken.
Homework.
James - Spotify as a child pacifier.
Philip - Trailrunner Nation episode. Run 4 LT Podcast episode.
Ken - Making Time podcast.
James, Ken, and Philip ask each other questions. Just because. Usual mix of gear, watches, and general all-around geekery.
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Show Notes.
Episode 19 - A wee bit of Q&A
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Wrist Check.
James - TAG Heuer CS3111 on Delugs strap
Ken - Arken Ulterum
Philip - Longines x Hodinkee Spirit Zulu Time GMT
Mentioned by James.
James Grand Seiko SBGX267
Custom Ti Pen from Magnus Industries
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Mentioned by Ken.
Maurice Moves YouTube Temu Episode
Dr Galpin/ Huberman Podcast Ep.
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Mentioned by Philip.
Grand Seiko SBGH341 and SBGH343
Navaris Standing Balance BoardMotone Customs
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Homework
James - Wingback 1L Pouch
Philio - Dr Peter Attia Training for Centenarian Decathlon podcast, Outlive book
Ken - Mr & Mrs Smith on Amazon.
Ken, James, and Philip pick 3 watches each to come in under £1,000. Probably a few you're not expecting!? Let us know what your three would be.
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Show Notes
Episode 18 - 3 Watches for £1k.
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Wrist Check.
James - Kurono Tokyo Calendrier 1 on Molequin strap
Ken - Arken Instrumentum
Philip - Serica 5303
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Mentioned by James.
Longines Conquest Heritage Power Reserve
Hamilton Kahaki Field SWAT Japan edition.
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Mentioned by Ken.
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Mentioned by Philip.
Zenith Chronomaster Original with Moonphase
Christopher Ward Sealander 36mm GMT
Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical PVD.
Citizen Promaster diver with full lume.
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Homework
James - Jeeves and Wooster TV Show
Ken - Christian Craighead Episode of Shawn Ryan podcast
Philip - Hijack from Apple TV.
James, Ken and Philip talk watches, TV, Lego, AlieExpress, Bond... oh and some more about watches.
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Show Notes
Episode 17 - A bit of a jumble.
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Wrist Check.
James - Zenith El Primero 1969 Original on Veblenist castaway blue strap
Ken - Arken Instrumentum
Philip - Aquastar Model 60 on Crown and Buckle Chevron Iron Knit
Mentioned by James.
Notorious EDC Kingpin slipjoint.
Baltic Hermetique Time and Tide edition.
Mentioned by Ken.
Omega Planet Ocean Casino Royale
Daniel Craig Watch Collection Interview
Mentioned by Philip.
Omega 29mm Aqua Terra 2577.80.
Roark x Halley Stevensons Axeman Jacket
Bike EXIF - Designing the Batman motorcycle
Omega Seamaster in red gold. 2136.50
GQ 10 Essentials - Jeremy Allan White & Pierce Brosnan
Homework
James - Jury Duty on Freevee (Amazon UK).
Ken - The Bear on Disney+ and Jeremy Allen White’s Tee
Philip - Daisy Jones & the Six on Amazon Prime
James and Ken talk AlieExpress, watches, pouches, and all things bags, with the goal of informing Kens next bag purchase for an upcoming trip.
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Show Notes
Episode 16 - Bag hunting. A mini guide.
Wrist Check.
James - Longines Legend Diver 36mm on RSM fine canvas strap.
Ken - Seiko SUS on Gurkha regimental colour nato strap
Mentioned by James.
Ablecarry Joey and Stash pouches
Bellroy Transit backpack plus 37L
Evergoods Civic Travel Bag 26L
Eagle Creek Isolate packing cubes
Mentioned by Ken.
P&Co x WESN knife collaboration
ALIEXPRESS HAUL:
KZ EDX PRO in-ear monitorsUV TorchRFID Wallet
Hanging Clips for RAF Jumpsuit projectTackle boxEarplugs
Posture Corrector
Osprey packing cubes
Homework
James - To War with a 4th Hussar by Peter Crichton
Ken - Sweetwater by Jason Heaton
James and Ken talk through their watch and gear-based hopes and dreams for 2024. Brown dials, gold cases, smaller watches, and lots and lots more Titanium!
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Show Notes.
Episode 15 - Predictions, hopes and dreams for 2024.
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Wrist Check.
James - Omega Railmaster 36mm on Veblenist Defender Grey strap
Ken - CWC Royal Navy Diver.
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Mentioned by James.
Teddy Baldassarre interview with Tom Place.
Mentioned by Ken.
Homework
James - Toyo Steel storage containers.
Ken - Weekly Memory Jar.
James, Ken, and Philip are back after a week's break with a ton of new gear and Part 2 of Ken's trip report from Japan. Watch shopping in Japan.
Show Notes
Episode 14 - Ken does Japan. Part 2
Wrist Check.
Ken - IWC on TGN Nato strap
James - Tudor Black Bay 54.
Philip - Seiko SNZH55
Mentioned by James.
Tec Accessories Measuring Tape
Tec Accessories Isotope Tritium Fob
Linsoul KZ ZS10 Pro. From TGN Gift Guide 2023
Knipex 8601180 Xmas Limited Edition.
Mentioned by Ken.
Mentioned by Philip.
Tec Accessories P7 suspension clip
Lone Labs - Micro Ti QR Quick-Release Keyring
Homework.
Ken - 007 Road to 1 Million
James, Ken, and Philip offer advice to Breitling the new owners of Universal Geneve, and Ken gives us the lowdown on his recent trip to Japan.
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Show Notes.
Episode 13 - Ken does Japan. Part 1.
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Wrist Check.
Ken - Seiko Field SUS on Benrus marine blue nato strap.
James - Tudor Black Bay 54.
Philip - Longines / Hodinkee Titanium Zulu time GMT. Crown and buckle Uniform matt nato
Mentioned by James.
Mentioned by Ken.
Mentioned by Philip.
Roark x Halley Stevensons Axeman Jacket
Homework.
Ken - Reacher season 2.
James - Carryology website.
Philip - Cool Japan Guide - Abby Denson and Pacific Vortex - Clive Cussler
James and Ken kick the watch related tires of 2023 and chat about a few of their favourites.
Show Notes.
Episode 12 - A few of our favourite watches of 2023.
Wrist Check.
James - Longines GMT Hodinkee collaboration on Erikas Original strap
Ken - Blancpain Swatch Atlantic
Mentioned by James.
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Blancpain Bathyscaphe Hodinkee Limited Edition
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Mentioned by Ken.
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Blancpain 70th Anniversary Act 1
Homework.
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James - Shrinking on Apple TV plus and Party Down.
Ken - Commando: Britains Ocean Warriors.
James and Philip get into the frosty weeds of their favourite winter gear. Amongst other things, they discuss watches, bags, a ton of clothing, and the most vital of winter wear... hand cream?!
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Show Notes
Episode 11 - Winter wear.
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Wrist Check
James - Tudor Pelagos 39 on Erikas Original strap
Philip - Hamilton Khaki Field Automatic 38mm on Veblenist Canvas
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Mentioned by James.
The James Brand Rose Gold range
Darn Tough Tactical midweight.
Guideline Fir skin fingerless gloves.
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Mentioned by Philip.
Hondinkee x Longines 39mm Zulu time
Mountain warehouse downpour overtrouser
Blundstone thermal sheepskin footbed
P&co or &Sons leather gloves
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Homework
James - Slow Horse Season 3 on Apple TV+
Philip - The CWC Raine Collection and Nichole Johnson x Magnus Walker youtube
James, Ken, and Philip talk about the venerable Seiko. How they came to love the brand, why you should too, and which 6 watches you should be considering if you have a Seiko-shaped hole in your collection.
Show Notes
Episode 10 - Seiko
Wrist Check
James - Seiko Snoopy Surfs Up. On a Veblenist strap
Philip - Seiko SNZH53
Ken - Seiko Bruce Lee. 6139 Chronograph from 1970.
Mentioned by James.
Land Rover Defender 110 (Url!)
Christopher Ward C63 36mm Yellow Dial
Recommendations:
Mentioned by Ken.
Christopher Ward recessed crown.
Recommendations:
Mentioned by Philip.
60’s Universal Geneve. (See Philips IG).
Recommendations:
In this week's episode, we are joined by Bo Ismono; YouTuber, Film editor, EDC lover, and all-around great chap. We talk Knife laws, Bottle recycling, Film, EDC gear, and of course bags. Oh and a spot of nostalgic Nokia ASMR thrown in for good measure.
Show Notes.
Episode 9 - Bo Ismono
Mentioned by Bo.
Video of Bo’s Smart car in action
Groundtruth Rikr 38L carry-on bag
Nokia 7110 and 8110
Mentioned by James.
In this episode, James and Philip talk about the specs that make up the perfect watch for them. 60mm, all gold with an inverted moon phase... who knew?
Show Notes.
Episode 8 - Our Perfect Watch.
Wrist check.
James - Omega Speedmaster 60th Anniversary on Veblenist strap
Philip - Rolex Exp 2 16570 on Telhus Strap
New Gear.
Philip -
Alpaka Up card holder V2 in Green XPac
Alpaka Admin pouch in black Xpac
58mm Titanium scales for Victorinox SAK
News.
James -
IWC Pilots Performance Chronograph 41
Philip -
Serica Ref. 8315 in Desert red
Mentioned by James.
Rolex Explorer 1 36mm new vs old.
Petes Instagram. Picture of the Omega Seamaster 300
Blancpain Bathyscaphe 38mm & Hodinkee version.
Mentioned by Philip.
Picture of watchboxRolex 5513 with a matt dial
Rolex Daytona Platinum 126506 Open caseback
Universal Geneve Omega Bumper movement
Homework.
James - Amazon Business account 50% introductory discount. Knipex 8601180
Philip - Kidd in a sweetshop.
In this episode, James and Ken talk about getting into EDC and the gear that started it all for them. Plus where to get your EDC gear. It's a big old topic and further EDC 101 episodes will no doubt follow. Show Notes.
Episode 7 - EDC 101 (Part 1).
Wristcheck.
James - Omega Seamaster 300 professional from 1999
Ken - Arken Instrumentum
Gearcheck.
James.
Ken.
Mentioned by James.
Mentioned by Ken.
James, Ken, and Philip choose 3 watches for an £8,000 budget. After Intrigue, Fraud, Murder, and a Multicontinental conspiracy they all just about scrape home under budget.
Show Notes
Episode 6 - 3 watches 8k.
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Wrist Check
Ken - Arken Instrumentum
James - Omega Railmaster 36mm on a Veblenist Ranger Green waxed canvas strap.
Philip - Tudor Black Bay 58 on a VWC grey nato
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Mentioned by James.
Cartier Tank Must de Cartier (black dial)
Citizen Promaster Diver Automatic Super Titanium
Mentioned by Ken.
IWC 3706Tudor Submariner 79090
Mentioned by Philip.
Titanium Scales for 58MM Victorinox SAKs
Hamilton Khaki Pilot Pioneer Mechanical
Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch Pro Hessalite
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Homework
Ken - Vallon Sunglasses
James - Like a Version - Triple J Youtube channel
Philip - Playforever Model Cars
James and Philip talk about recent Watch and Gear news with a side of mink oil, bags, and Swiss army knife chat.
Show Notes.
Episode 5 - Watch and gear news
Wrist Check
James - Omega railmaster 36mm
Philip - Tudor P39 on a Crown and Buckle Matt supreme
Mentioned by James.
Veblenist Wolf Grey nubuck strap.
Sinn Altherr special edition 556
The Citizen AQ4100-65W - A Blog to watch - Article on Citizen watch
Victorinox Pioneer and Pioneer X Victorinox 2016 Pioneer X with damascus steel blade.
Mentioned by Philip.
IWC Mohave Desert 41mm Top Gun pilots watch
Homework
James - Victorinox serrated kitchen 8 inch pairing knife £4 each.
Philip - The Gaslight Anthem new album Oct 27
James, Philip, and Ken talk about all things titanium. Watches, pens, multitools, camping gear, and a whole host of other bits n bobs.
Show Notes.
Wrist Check
Arken Instrumentum Armoury Edition
Mentioned by James.
Blancpain Air command 36.5mm in Titanium
Omega GoodPlanet 38.5mm Titanium Aqua Terra
Mentioned by Ken.
Mentioned by Philip.
Serica Ref. 6190 FIELD CHRONOMETER DENALI
Leatherman Charge+ TTi - Sheath Options / Gift Box
Crown & Buckle Matte supreme strap
Homework
James, Philip and Ken discuss upgrading their gear. Watches, cameras, torches, clothing, bags, and the possible creation of 'Philip and Kens handy accessories line.'
Wrist check:
Mentioned by:
James:
Philip:
P&Co Instrument Overlanders Jacket
Ken:
The Northface Base camp Duffel
Recommendations:
The Continental - Amazon Prime
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