Today we discuss "restomodding" -- the art of creating working watches using both vintage and modern parts. So, for all the folks with grandpa's old watch sitting unused in a drawer, this episode is for you!

I'm joined by modder David from secondhandmods.com, and Brigham, a fellow modder from the BSH (iykyk).

This episode was born from discussions around my Vintage Linen Dial mod, which was an unexpected hit. You can see modded watch here.

Brigham also discusses his experience modding outside the world Seiko, which is quite rare! Thanks for educating us Brigham!

My baby causes me to step away twice, good thing we had two guests! Nothing is edited out -- we keep it real at Fifth Wrist!

Recommendations:

Matt - @steveofyork

David - @noah_jens and @koda_watches

Brigham - The Book "Neurotribes: The Legacy of Autism and the Future of Neurodiversity"

If you'd like to chat about modding or have ideas for guests for the show, message me on instagram ⁠@dad.watch⁠.

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You can check out Blitzer's builds on reddit!

If you'd like to chat about modding or have ideas for guests for the show, message me on instagram @dad.watch.

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Another episode of the Independent Thinking Show for @FifthWrist Radio. 

In this episode, hosts Roman (@TimesRomanAU) and Claus (@tapir_ffm) sit down with Jupp Philipp owner and CEO of the independent Swiss watch brand Fortis (@fortiswatches).

Join us for a fun conversation about the long and storied history of Fortis Watches, their proud tradition of specialising in making tool watches; collaborations with pilots, space agencies and partnering with scientists doing Mars exploration missions.

Most excitingly, we get  a glimpse into the direction Jupp is leading Fortis to, since taking over the brand in 2020.

We even mention our favourite watchmaking genius Mr Paul Gerber, who has designed watch movements for Fortis in the past!

It’s a really fun conversation ! Hope you enjoy it too.

Follow Fortis Watches on Instagram @fortiswatches and www.fortis-watches.com 

Jupp’s personal IG account is @jupp.philipp

Enjoy!

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This is the sixth edition of a small series of podcasts about the (not so) hidden watch champions of Germany – and this time for the first time Austria. 

This time with our Fifth Wrist colleague Wolfgang / @w_a_t_c_h_s_t_y_l_e.  

We are talking to Martin and Daniel from Sphaera Watch Co., the home of the «desk diver».

You will learn about a cool new brand, watchmaking in Austria – and a lot of stuff about Austria and the Salzburg region :-)

Enjoy listening!

Explanations/Translations: 

Bügelflasche: 

head over to https://www.wieselburger.at/en/our-beer/ and you will see the special closure of the bottle, which causes the typical noise when opened

Rupertikirtag: 

Unbeleivable, but the Rupertikirtag has an English article on Wikipedia:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rupertikirtag

Lederhosen: 

https://www.instagram.com/sphaera_watchco/?img_index=1

„Like the fist on the eye": 

a perfect match

Festungsberg:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Festungsberg

Stiegl Bier: 

https://www.stiegl.at/en/

Laugenbrezel and Stiegl-Halbe: 

⁠https://de.freepik.com/fotos-premium/dunkles-und-helles-bier-brezeln-auf-dem-holz_10274698.htm⁠

Werkschulheim: 

A special school which offers a combination of a general secondary school and craft training.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Werkschulheim_Felbertal

Die Klapperschlange:

Snake Plissken ist the main character in «Escape from New York»

Salzkammergut: 

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Salzkammergut

Mozartkugel: 

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mozartkugel

Sphaera: a artwork by Stephan Balkenol:

⁠https://www.salzburg.info/en/salzburg/creative-salzburg/art-in-public-room/walk-of-modern-art/sphaera#:~:text=%22Sphaera%22%20%26%20%22Woman%20in%20the%20Rock%22%2C%20Stephan%20Balkenhol&text=It⁠%20represents%20a%20male%20figure,%22Woman%20in%20the%20Rock%22.

Sphaera: 

https://blogs.bl.uk/asian-and-african/2020/08/at-the-crossroads-of-cultures.html

https://www.salzburg.info/en/travel-info/infos/cafe-glockenspiel_az_15446

Eugendorf: 

 https://www.google.com/maps/dir/Faistenau,+%C3%96sterreich/Eugendorf,+%C3%96sterreich/@47.8270007,13.1049378,12z/data=!4m14!4m13!1m5!1m1!1s0x4776bcecb7f1f1b3:0x40097572de65fd0!2m2!1d13.233834!2d47.7779036!1m5!1m1!1s0x47769be8e439d4bd:0x7ae3f465df6f37d4!2m2!1d13.1287727!2d47.8688068!3e0?entry=ttu

https://www.sphaerawatchco.com/

Shout outs: 

@FifthWristOhneHemmung on YouTube

@watchillaax

Instagram recommendations: 

sorry we forgot; we promise not to next time!“

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The time is gone, the show is over, thought I'd something more to say…

Theme music:

Independent Thinking - Kasper from @VitreumWatches (enamel dials and the purity of horological craft) 

Another episode of the Independent Thinking Show for @FifthWrist Radio.

This is a place dedicate to showcasing the great people doing interesting and cool things in the world of horology.

In this episode, Roman (@TimesRomanAU) sits down for a conversation with Kasper Reisner, a Danish co-founder of the independent watch brand Vitreum Watches (@vitreumwatches).

We talk about Vitreum’s specialty - hand-made enamel dials, their previous models (Honeycomb and Starry Night) and the new releases (Honeycomb 2.0; Storm & Sea). Look out also for a very special mention of the newest creation - the Ammonite!

We discuss the creative vision behind Vitreum, and Kasper’s partner in this venture, the superbly-talented master enameler and jeweller Naomi Nevill @naominevill.

Special shout-outs to other Danish watchmakers: @christian_lass and @arcanaut_watches.

Make sure to check out Vitreum Watches @vitreumwatches and www.vitreumwatches.com

Kasper Reisner’s personal IG is @vitroes_velour

Naomi Nevill can be found @naominevill and nnenamel.com

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Stay On Time

On a very special day, 1st Sep 2023, in a very special place, La Chaux-de-Fonds, a Fifth Wrist party was being had. The Defining Time Show (Back from the dead for 1 episode) was recorded, sitting around a table amongst friends at the Maison ochs und junior. Hence why you can hear the rawness of the track and I do apologise for some of the background noises.

It was a fabulous evening full of great food, wine, beer, laughter and friends enjoying each others company after meeting in person for the first time. This was also the night the world came to learn about the now world famous Chick-Lip. We were blown away by Benoit's project and generosity.

A huge thank you to ochs und junior for hosting a lovely event that allowed us to all be together and see the beautiful Maison. We are truly grateful for your hospitality. Thank you also to Claus for bringing the podcast gear and editing the track.

Here is the list of colourful characters who attended the event.

Claus

Wolfgang

Benoit

Elio

Phil

Jake

Anthony

Bernd

Also joining us was Leonard and Alice. Check out his amazing Butterfly watch he built at watch school. Find him here @Leonard_widmer

Thank you so much to everyone involved with Fifth Wrist. It was clear to see what a wonderful global community that has been created. I don't know how to write show notes anymore to Alex will probably hate this but he can edit it if he wants.

Thanks everyone, and for everyone else, stay on time!

Another episode of the Independent Thinking Show for @FifthWrist Radio. 

This is a place dedicate to showcasing the great people doing interesting and cool things in the world of horology. 

In this episode we welcome a return guest, Australian independent watchmaker Reuben Schoots (@reubenschoots). 

Roman (@TimesRomanAU) and Reuben sit down for a chat about Reuben’s journey since his last visit with us in 2021, the completion of his first series of watches and now the launch of his new watch - “Series Two”.

Join us for a fun conversation about Reuben’s journey into establishing his watchmaking business, the challenges of updating workshop equipment to match the growing ambition; finishing the "Series One" in his workshop and now kicking on to the new challenge of "Series Two".

Along the way, Reuben shares his insights on “Series Two” and reflections on the sold-out “Series One”. We also talk about Reuben’s feelings on seeing one of his watches hit the auction market on Loupe This; CNC; making parts; finding customers; connecting with collectors and finding uniques horological finishes and decorations. We even have time to chat about Reuben's other passion - amateur hill climb car racing and car building.

It’s a really fun conversation ! Hope you enjoy it too.

Follow Reuben Schoots on Instagram @reubenschoots⁠ and www.reubenschoots.com

Check out Reuben’s Series Two watch (available for order now): https://www.reubenschoots.com/series-two-brochure 

Link to Reuben’s first episode with FifthWrist in June 2021 (worth a listen for Reuben’s origin story) is here.

Link to Fifth Wrist podcast episode with the wonderful Craig and Rebecca Struthers (where Reuben was a cohost) is here.

Special mentions to watchmaker David Walter @davide.walter; Craig and Rebecca Struthers @strutherswatchmakers and talented photographer @isamu_sawa_photography who photographed the "Series Two" watch for Reuben's website

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Stay On Time