ALSO - While it's no secret that you meet some excellent people along your watch journey, we take a moment to discuss how that can open some doors. The watch "handshake" that can, and often does, happen means you could rub elbows with people who can offer insight, set you up for success, or change the trajectory of your life. All of that while acknowledging that it's still quite true that nobody cares if you buy a Rolex.

The Instagram accounts to follow from this episode are @horologyrepublic, @watch.brian, and @psywarwristcheck so make sure you head on over to IG and check out what we have going on there. Fun updates, sketchy wrist shots, and even an AI-generated hot take - all for your viewing pleasure. As always, make sure you're following us on Facebook as well: our page is Horology Republic and we do have our VIP wristwatch group, Horology Republic Members Club where we have all kinds of watches to drool over from members around the world.