In this episode of DHC, we meet Microbrand University alumnus Zack Rackovan as he's about to launch the first model for his new brand, Ardor & Forge, to discuss some of the challenges he's had in pre-launch, dealing with production challenges, and inventing ways to differentiate. **Be sure to check out the A&F Rothrock video at the end!**

Pre-orders for the Rothrock begin 19 November at https://ardorandforge.com/. Sign up for the email newsletter on the website to find out the exact time sales start.

Follow Ardor & Forge on social media:Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ardorandforge/YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7h1Z0vDnLpwSblzSV00PHg/featured?view_as=publicInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/ardorandforge/Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/ardorandforge/

Chris Vail is the founder of Janis Trading Company, established in 2012, makers of Lew & Huey and NTH Watches. Chris caused trouble as a medic (“Doc”) in the US Army from 1994 to 2000, then caused trouble in the financial services and software industries for the next 12 years. Now he causes trouble in the watch industry.

NTH Website - https://nthwatches.com/.NTH FB Page - https://www.facebook.com/janistradingNTH FB Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/Janis...NTH on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/NTHWatches/NTH on YouTube - youtube.com/c/NTHWatches

John and Ricardo from WatchWithUs visit the Worn & Wound Wind Up Watch Fair 2019! (Part 2)

In a continuation of our visit to the Worn & Wound Wind Up 2019 John & Ricardo interview 4 more of the exhibiting brands and get close up with the new watches being released at the show!

The brands interviewed in this episode are...

Zelos WatchesWebsite: https://www.zeloswatches.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/zeloswatches

Brew WatchesWebsite: https://www.brew-watches.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brewwatches

Lorier WatchesWebsite: https://www.lorierwatches.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lorierwatches

Vortic WatchesWebsite: https://www.vorticwatches.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/vorticwatches

Happy Veteran's Day to all that have served!A very special release by Vortic Watches called the Military Edition is Released Today (Veteran's Day 2019). They can be seen here...https://vorticwatches.com/pages/military-edition-infoA portion of all proceeds will go to the Veteran's Watchmaker Initiative, an outstanding organization that at no cost to the students, trains veteran's in the profession of watchmaking. Please visit them and consider donating to their great cause!http://veteranswatchmakerinitiative.org/

Ricardo and Brad Rebranded their weekly chats to an aptly named "Bearded Time"

With news from watch brands coming in fast and hot, there is never a lack of discussion topics.This week, Ricardo and Brad discuss their favorite watches from the Worn & Wound Wind Up Fair in NYC.These watches include:Farer Watches - https://usd.farer.com/Christopher Ward - https://www.christopherward.com/Lorier - https://www.lorierwatches.com/Oris - https://www.oris.ch/and Brew Watches - https://www.brew-watches.com/

They also discuss the new Seiko Alpinist and whether or not they think its a star or a dud.

Brad can be found on the web:The Budding Watch Enthusiast on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCc5rbzkAy6wqqMFZFaQmHxAand on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/buddingwatchenthusiast/

Ricardo can be found on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/watchwithuschannel/andhttps://www.instagram.com/readysetwatch/

On this episode of DHC, we hear about the WatchIt! Watch Fair (9 November 2019) from its organizer, blogger Josh Flagg of Watch It All about, and try to figure out what makes English people so much different than Americans...

Find the best in UK watch reviews and info about this Saturday's WatchIt fair at Josh's blog - https://www.watchitallabout.com/

Chris Vail is the founder of Janis Trading Company, established in 2012, makers of Lew & Huey and NTH Watches. Chris caused trouble as a medic (“Doc”) in the US Army from 1994 to 2000, then caused trouble in the financial services and software industries for the next 12 years. Now he causes trouble in the watch industry.

NTH Website - https://nthwatches.com/.NTH FB Page - https://www.facebook.com/janistradingNTH FB Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/Janis...NTH on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/NTHWatches/NTH on YouTube - youtube.com/c/NTHWatches

John and Ricardo from WatchWithUs visit the Worn & Wound Wind Up Watch Fair 2019! (Part 1)

The Worn & Wound Wind Up is one of the best watch shows in the world (in our opinion). With dozens of great brands and fantastic people, it is a unique opportunity to get hands on with great watches and speak directly with the brand owners.

John & Ricardo interview some of the exhibiting brands and find out about the new watches being displayed at the show.

The brands interviewed in this episode are...

SoLabsWebsite: https://www.SoLabs.coInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/solabs.co

Astor & BanksWebsite: https://www.astorandbanks.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/astorandbanks

FarerWebsite: https://usd.farer.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/FarerUniversal/

Zodiac WatchesWebsite: https://www.zodiacwatches.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zodiacwatches/

Christopher WardWebsite: https://www.christopherward.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chriswardlondon/

In this shorter episode, Doc gives us an update on what he’s been doing since the last episode of DHC. There are some big announcements about Microbrand University. Doc then gets into some of what’s been happening in the watch industry lately, and some of the changes we can expect in 2020.

Brad and Ricardo discuss the Grand Seiko Godzilla, Grand Seiko Four Seasons, the 007 SMP, and the Nodus Duality

Brad vanVugt created The Budding Watch Enthusiast to chronicle his collecting journey from its outset and as a resource for new watch collectors.Follow his work:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/thebuddingwatchenthusiastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/@buddingwatchenthusiastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/buddingwatchenthusiast

Ricardo can be found on the web...https://www.instagram.com/readysetwatchAnd of course, running the WWU instagram https://www.instagram.com/watchwithuschannel

In Episode 2 of Ask Us Anything, John and Anthony answer viewers questions such as "What do we think about the holding back of production and skyrocketing values of Stainless Steel Rolex Sport Models, Steel Patek's, and Steel Royal Oaks and ROO's?", "Do we prefer Bracelets or Straps on our watches?", "What are our thoughts on the recent increase of Two-Tone watches coming to the market"... as well as other questions.

Please feel free to ask any questions to John, Anthony or any of the other contributors on Watch With Us by commenting below, asking us on Facebook or Instagram, or you can email your questions to [email protected].

You can find Anthony in the Social-Sphere...Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watchwithmeYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCddL7yT7Js1Si5Q04rd-0zA

John can be found on the web...Website - https://www.watchgauge.comInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/watchgaugeYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/watchgaugeFacebook.com - https://www.facebook.com/watchgauge

Brad and Ricardo discuss the Grand Seiko Godzilla, Grand Seiko Four Seasons, the 007 SMP, and the Nodus Duality

Brad vanVugt created The Budding Watch Enthusiast to chronicle his collecting journey from its outset and as a resource for new watch collectors.Follow his work:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/thebuddingwatchenthusiastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/@buddingwatchenthusiastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/buddingwatchenthusiast

Ricardo can be found on the web...https://www.instagram.com/readysetwatchAnd of course, running the WWU instagram https://www.instagram.com/watchwithuschannel

In this episode, Chris talks to up-and-coming designer and brand-owner, Sergio DiRenzo, of DiRenzo Watches, to discuss his eclectic influences, unique style, and future plans.

Find DiRenzo on the Web:Website - https://www.direnzowatches.com/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Direnzo.WatchesInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/direnzo_watches/

Chris Vail is the founder of Janis Trading Company, established in 2012, makers of Lew & Huey and NTH Watches. Chris caused trouble as a medic (“Doc”) in the US Army from 1994 to 2000, then caused trouble in the financial services and software industries for the next 12 years. Now he causes trouble in the watch industry.

Website - https://nthwatches.com/FB Page - https://www.facebook.com/nthwatches/FB Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/Janis...Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/NTHWatches/YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/NTHWatchesPinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/nthwatches/