In this episode, Tim and Armand are joined by former Collector Conversation guest Shelby—now debuting as author J.W. Foster. Shelby dives into the inspiration behind his thrilling new book, DEAD BEAT SECONDS, a high-octane story featuring luxury watches like F.P. Journe and De Bethune, real-life personalities like Max Büsser, and cutting-edge technology that blurs the line between hunter and prey.

Discover how Shelby transitioned from watch collector to novelist, the creative influences that shaped his writing, and the impact of his tech industry background on the book’s gripping narrative. Whether you're a fan of horology, action-packed thrillers, or curious about the process of crafting a debut novel, this conversation offers a fascinating deep dive into the intersection of watches, storytelling, and technology.

Don’t miss the inside scoop on the characters, plot, and Shelby’s passion for blending the real and the fictional in his debut thriller!

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Get ready for a deep dive into the new watch releases for 2025 with Tim and Armand! In this episode, we explore the latest from top brands like Vacheron Constantin, MB&F, Longines, and Omega, breaking down what’s new and exciting this year. From standout designs to cutting-edge innovations, the hosts share their thoughts on these timepieces and trends. Plus, hear what Tim and Armand are hoping to see from the watch world in 2025, as they discuss their wishlist for brand releases and industry advancements. Whether you're a collector or an enthusiast, this episode is packed with insights to keep you ahead of the curve in the world of luxury watches.

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Tim and Armand look forward to the new year by sharing their New Year’s resolutions for themselves and the luxury watch industry. From personal goals to predictions for the future of timepieces, this conversation is filled with insights and aspirations for 2025. Tune in to hear what’s next for Tim, Armand, and the ever-evolving world of luxury watches. What are your 2025 resolutions? Let us know in the comments!

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Tim and Armand share their watch collecting histories and what’s currently in the collection in this episode of The 1916 Company podcast. The duo talk about how the likes of Omega and Jaeger-LeCoultre informed their current collections along with how they go about selecting new watches to bring into the fold. Finally, they end on what they see as the future and some grail pieces they’d love to own one day.

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With an F.P. Journe going for more than $8 million at Phillips, Armand and Tim discuss it and other results from luxury watch auctions. Then, they discuss best practices to consider when gifting watches, whether it be Omega or Casio, before rounding off the conversation with some of their favorite 21st century watch brands.

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Tim and Armand take this episode to breakdown some of the competitors across various categories in this year’s GPHG awards and predict who they think will come out on top. Categories like time-only and jewelry are discussed alongside watches like the IWC Portugieser Eternal Calendar and MB&F HM11. See who they think will get top marks at this year’s award show on this episode of The 1916 Company Podcast!

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00:00 Introduction

01:16 Time Only

03:46 Men's Watches

06:31 Men's Complication

10:00 Iconic

13:03 Tourbillon

15:52 Calendar and Astronomy

18:16 Mechanical Exception

22:00 Chronograph

24:37 Sports Watches

27:43 Jewelry

32:43 Artistic Crafts

36:43 Petite Aiguille

37:42 Challenge

Tim and Armand discuss some of their favorite watches from three different price categories. Brands like Omega, Jaeger-LeCoultre, and Patek Philippe are all selected to represent their various price points in this episode of The 1916 Company Podcast.

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Tim and Armand discuss watches that they love despite going against their usual tastes in design and aesthetics. Brands like Hublot, Zenith, F.P. Journe, and Omega are all discussed as they find watches from their catalogues that they can't help but appreciate.

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It's a bit of a variety show on this week's episode of The 1916 Company Podcast. Tim and Armand are covering a wide range of topics such as who they believe to be the best living watchmakers, where they see the watch industry going, and recounting some of the best minute repeaters from brands like Patek Philippe and IWC.

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00:00 Introduction

01:30 Evolution of Design Trends

14:00 Future of the Watch Industry

32:00 Greatest Living Watchmakers

40:32 Unusual Complications

48:18 Best Minute Repeaters

51:42 Role of Watches in Different Contexts

Tim and Armand are back for another episode of The 1916 Company Podcast. The duo this week both built a monobrand watch collection with Armand choosing from Omega watches and Tim looking at what Zenith has to offer. It’s not just Speedmasters and El Primeros they look at with both choosing a wide range of styles and eras from the two iconic brands.  

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