The Lume Plotters unpack the history and heritage of Grand Seiko. We’ve all heard the myth, legend, and lore surrounding the company from the far east, so, the big question is- are Grand Seiko’s watches worth the investment? Is Japanese watchmaking here to stay, or are you better off buying Swiss? Let’s find out!

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Hello, hello! This week, the Lume Plotters weigh the pros and cons of in-house movements. Is it truly what it’s cracked up to be, or are brands just trying to trick us, and pull the old bait-and-switch? More importantly, are you getting your money’s worth when following this relatively new trend? Tune in and find out!

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This week we talk about whether the watch industry is tapped out, or whether it is still possible to make something truly new. Watchmakers continuously say that their new watches are “revolutionary”, but is this actually true? What would a groundbreaking revolution in horology actually entail?

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The Lume Plotters discuss what makes an icon an icon.  How is it that some watch brands have iconic models, while other don’t? How is it decided what is destined for glory, and what is relegated to the bottom shelf? Let’s delve in and find out on this tangent-filled episode!

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The Lume Plotters are both traveling this Summer... How can we uphold our due diligence to the hobby of horology, and still stay safe out there? The world has become an increasingly scary place for wearing certain watches, so let's talk about how we stay out of trouble!

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This week we discuss our namesake! Finally!! Lume plots are an iconic part of most watches, but just what are they? How have they evolved, and what varieties can we find them in? Let the Lume Plotters walk you through the history of lume, from radium all the way to Chromalight.

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The idea of a fashion watch is not as simple as one might think... it seems that even the Lume Plotters can't completely agree on how to differentiate between high horology and fashion watches. In this week's episode, we discuss what each of us thinks is a fashion watch, the history behind them, and certain brands that seem to be riding the fence.

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We're back at it again! Field trip number two takes us back to Dubai Mall, to finish what we started so many weeks ago. Join us as we venture through the corridors of Fashion Avenue, and discuss the wonders therein. From FP Journe and MB&F's MAD Gallery, to Cartier, Chanel, Rolex, Breitling, Hermes, and many more, there is definitely a little something here for everyone!

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Is it possible to have only one watch? If so, this one watch would have to do it all, from weekends at the beach, to weekdays in the boardroom, and we can't forget about those holiday trips to Minsk. Can one watch rule them all? Listen and find out!

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This week the Lume Plotters delve into penny pinching. Can we buy great watches for sub $1000? Of course you can! We discuss some of our favorites within this price point, and demonstrate that anyone, on any budget can be a true watch collector!

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