Time 2 Calibrate

This week on Time 2 Calibrate, Marc flies solo for a conversation with longtime friend Michael Friedberg, better known throughout the watch world as Mr. IWC.

Long before Instagram, YouTube, and Facebook groups, Michael was helping shape the online watch community, building connections and sharing knowledge during the early days of internet watch collecting. In this episode, Marc and Michael take a trip down memory lane, revisiting the pioneering forums, memorable personalities, and the evolution of the hobby from niche enthusiast circles to the global community we know today.

Whether you've been collecting for thirty years or thirty days, this episode offers a fascinating look at where our hobby came from, and where it might be headed next.

Michael on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_michael.friedberg_/

Michael's watch #1: https://www.jaeger-benzinger.com/en/uhren/edition-3-vintage-movement

Michael's watch #2: https://www.venezianico.com/products/redentore-utopia-ii-beta

Marc's watch: https://serica-watches.com/products/5303-2-chronometre-plongee

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You know that expression, "an overnight success"? Well, it may feel that way from the outside looking in, but there was a whole lot of work, trial and error, and time behind Andy's meteoric rise on TikTok. Now it's his full-time gig, and you get to find out how it all came together. Neither of us knew him prior to this recording, and now we'd like to think we've made a new friend. Hope you enjoy the show!

Andy on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.watch.chronic

Andy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andys_watches/

Andy's Watch: https://www.christopherward.com/int/C60-Atoll-300/C60-40ADA31S00B1-B0.html

Bob's Watch: https://isotopewatches.com/products/isotope-mercury-shadow

Marc's Watch: https://www.fortis-swiss.com/products/novonaut-n-42?variant=49512823685468

Wraven Labs (Andy Rec): https://www.instagram.com/wravenlabs/

Montreal Timepiece Show: https://www.timepieceshow.com/montreal

Timepiece Social Club RSVP: https://luma.com/i7sw41fx

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This week on the T2C Podcast, we’re joined by James AKA @flyingspringbar on Instagram. From his infectious enthusiasm for watches to his unmistakable community presence, James has built a name for himself by celebrating the hobby in a way that’s equal parts passionate, approachable, and fun. We dive into how his watch journey began, the story behind the FlyingSpringBar name, the pieces that matter most to him, and what keeps the watch community thriving in 2026. Whether you’re deep into the hobby or just getting started, this episode is packed with laughs, great stories, and plenty of watch talk.

James on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flyingspringbar/

Timepiece Social Club event on May 28th: https://luma.com/i7sw41fx <=RSVP

Timepiece Social Club on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timepiecesocial/

James' Watch: https://thedeeptrack.com/retro-review-the-zenith-rainbow-flyback-chronograph/

Bob's Watch: https://22designstudio.net/products/4d-concrete-watch-automatic-duo_concrete-grey

Marc's Watch: https://www.casio.com/ca-en/watches/gshock/product.GMW-B5000D-1/

Bosko's Awesome Substack: https://silkypatina.substack.com/ (must read)

Montreal Timepiece Show: https://www.timepieceshow.com/montreal

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In this hostful episode of the Time 2 Calibrate Podcast, we break down the biggest releases and standout moments from Geneva’s watch week. From Watches & Wonders to Time to Watches and Chronopolis, we sift through the noise to highlight what actually matters. We also look ahead to the upcoming Vancouver Timepiece Show. No guests this time. Just us, unfiltered takes, sharp opinions, and a deep dive into the watches everyone’s talking about.

Bob's watch: https://sheffieldwatches.com/products/allsport-1-auto

Brent's watch: https://thecalibratedwrist.com/2022/02/19/the-breitling-aerospace-titanium/

Marc's watch: https://www.eterna.com/product-page/kontiki-bronze

Vancouver Timepiece Show: https://www.timepieceshow.com/vancouver

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Our Instagram Profile: https://isotopewatches.com/products/moonshot-chronograph-thunderclap

https://www.instagram.com/marctime2watch/

https://www.instagram.com/timetogo1978/

https://www.instagram.com/calibre321/

Teenage Grandpa returns for a full-length episode. This time, Matt talks about watches, design, and carving out a unique voice in the community. Known for his bold aesthetic and unmistakable lightning-bolt identity, Matt brings a fresh perspective that blends creativity, personality, and a passion for the hobby. This is probably the longest episode we've done so far, but it feels like we could have kept going.

Matt's Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/teenage.grandpa/

Teenage Grandpa Website: https://teenagegrandpa.com/

Matt's Watch: https://isotopewatches.com/products/moonshot-chronograph-thunderclap

Jason's Watch: https://kuronotokyo.com/pages/2024-anniversary-reiwa

Bob's Watch: https://www.rzewatches.com/collections/utd/products/utd-8000-gr

Marc's Watch: https://www.casio.com/ca-en/watches/gshock/product.GMW-B5000D-1/

Support Matt's Ride to Conquer Cancer: https://supportthepmcf.ca/ui/Ride26/p/MattSJ

Link to our community Discord: https://discord.gg/zEy5ThudvA - JOIN THE CONVERSATION

Our Instagram Profile: https://isotopewatches.com/products/moonshot-chronograph-thunderclap

https://www.instagram.com/marctime2watch/

https://www.instagram.com/timetogo1978/

https://www.instagram.com/calibre321/

This week, we’re joined by Kat Shoulders, industry voice and friend of the show, for a candid conversation on watches, creativity, and the passion that fuels the community. From personal collecting journeys to broader perspectives on the industry, Kat brings insight, authenticity, and a fresh take to the discussion. We are so pleased to finally have her on the show, and after listening, you will likely be upset that we did not bring her on sooner.

Kat Shoulders on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katshoulders/

Worn & Wound: https://wornandwound.com/

Kat's watch: https://wornandwound.com/the-rowing-blazers-x-seiko-5-sports-collection-gets-refreshed-with-a-whole-new-dial-color-palette/

Bob's watch: https://www.rzewatches.com/collections/43mm-case/products/utd-8000-gr

Bren't watch: https://www.longines.com/en-ca/p/watch-longines-legend-diver-l3-764-4-50-7

Marc's watch: https://www.grand-seiko.com/ca-en/collections/sbge257g

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Our Instagram Profile: https://isotopewatches.com/products/moonshot-chronograph-thunderclap

https://www.instagram.com/marctime2watch/

https://www.instagram.com/timetogo1978/

https://www.instagram.com/calibre321/

In this episode of Time 2 Calibrate, Marc, Brent, and Bob sit down with Henrik Rye, founder of Micromilspec, the Norwegian watch brand redefining what custom watchmaking can be. Henrik shares the story behind the brand, how Micromilspec works with elite military units and organizations around the world, and what it takes to design watches built around identity, mission, and meaning. Stay tuned until the end for some BONUS content with Matt Smith-Johnston AKA Teenage Grandpa, as he discusses his latest collaboration with Isotope Watches.

Micromilspec Website: https://www.micromilspec.com/

Micromilspec Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/micromilspec/

Henrik's Watch: https://www.micromilspec.com/products/milgraph-watch

Brent's Watch: https://ow-watch.com/collections/all-watches/products/ow-mv-102

Marc's Watch: https://www.noduswatches.com/obscura/p/obscura

Bob's Watch: https://www.micromilspec.com/products/field-testing-watch

Matt's new Collab with Isotope: 

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Our Instagram Profile: https://isotopewatches.com/products/moonshot-chronograph-thunderclap

https://www.instagram.com/marctime2watch/

https://www.instagram.com/timetogo1978/

https://www.instagram.com/calibre321/

Saying we're big fans of Mike's work would be an understatement. We spent nearly two hours with Mike, and we probably could have spent another two. He is as humble as he is intelligent, and we think we might have made a friend in the process. We really hope you enjoy the show!

Mike's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Mike.thiswatchthatwatch

Mike's Watch: https://www.zenith-watches.com/en_ca/product/a384-ic-928

Marc's Watch: https://thecalibratedwrist.com/2026/02/07/christopher-ward-c60-trident-lumiere-blue-dial/

Brent's Watch: https://ch.doxawatches.com/products/sub-300t-professional

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Our Instagram Profile:

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On this episode, The Mad Watch Collector! That's right, it's Russell Edmonds, and yeaaaahhhh... let's get into it! We talk about watches, tennis, music, YouTube, and of course, Lego! We had such a great time with Russell, and we hope this long-form chat helps you get to know the man behind the character. Let us know your thoughts in the comments, and don't forget to like and subscribe!

Russell's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@THEMADWATCHCOLLECTOR

His Instagram Account: https://www.instagram.com/the_mad_watch_collector/

Martha's Man on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3uXukpDuS3A9XfTAF9IuKx

His watch: https://citizenwatch.eu/en/p/jp2000-08e/

Marc's watch: https://www.fortis-swiss.com/products/novonaut-n-42?variant=49512823685468

Bob's watch: https://www.casio.com/us/watches/gshock/product.DW-5600E-1V/

Link to our community Discord: https://discord.gg/zEy5ThudvA - JOIN THE CONVERSATION

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If you're not tuning into the Form & Function Podcast, you're missing out! This week, one of its hosts joins us, and his British charm is sure to captivate you. We discuss topics like podcasting, watches, EDC gear, and cameras. We hope you enjoy listening to this episode as much as we enjoyed recording it.

The Form & Function website: https://www.formandfunctionpodcast.com/

James' Instagram Profile: https://www.instagram.com/gearetal/

James' watch: https://kuronotokyo.com/pages/calendrier-type-1

Brent's watch: https://praesidus.com/products/jungle-field-og?_pos=1&_sid=0bc4a5e30&_ss=r

Bob's watch: https://www.christopherward.com/titanium-watches/c60-trident-lumi%C3%A8re/C60-41C3H31T0BB0-B0.html

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https://www.instagram.com/calibre321/