In this engaging conversation, Nick, the founder and CEO of DC Vintage Watches, shares his journey as a watch enthusiast and the inspiration behind his watch line, Sycamore. He discusses the importance of storytelling in watch design, the challenges of sourcing vintage watches, and the impact of military experience on his work. Nick also offers valuable advice for new collectors and insights into the evolving vintage watch market, emphasizing the significance of personal connections to watches and the stories they tell.

Links (not affiliate links):

Late 1960s 6117-8000 GMT Re-Issue: https://www.fratellowatches.com/introducing-the-seiko-spb411-navigator-timer/

Late 1960s 6106-8100 "Gene Kranz" Re-Issue: https://www.fratellowatches.com/introducing-the-seiko-5-srpl91-and-srpl93-re-editions-of-the-gene-kranz-6119-8460-sports-diver/

DCVW new "If you were going to..." Seiko sticker pack: https://www.dcvintagewatches.com/product-page/if-you-were-vintage-advert-seiko-sticker-pack

Charities:

- Special Operations Association: https://specialoperations.org/soa/

- The Third Option Foundation: https://www.thirdoptionfoundation.org/

- The Asian-America Foundation: https://www.taaf.org/about-us/home