Two Broke Watch Snobs

Ep. #202: Critiquing Holiday Releases

After a week off, Mike and Kaz rejoin the watch fam, and this time, they’re taking a deeper look at the recent wave of watch releases. Now, Kaz has been unplugged for a bit, so you'll get a real-time reaction to some of the newest models from large and small brands.

Show Notes

Raketa Big Zero: https://twobrokewatchsnobs.com/so-you-want-to-buy-a-raketa-big-zero/

Omega Speedmaster: https://www.instagram.com/p/CIefXS9Hhkw/

Lorier Hyperion: https://www.lorierwatches.com/products/hyperion-black-gilt

Zodiac Aerospace GMT: https://www.zodiacwatches.com/products/super-sea-wolf-gmt-automatic-stainless-steel-watch

Baltic Aquascaphe GMT: https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/baltic-aquascaphe-gmt-hands-on

Nodus Duality: https://twobrokewatchsnobs.com/nodus-duality-watch-review/

Halios Fairwind: https://halioswatches.com/products/fairwind?variant=13961638346796

Join Kaz and Mike as they take things back to their roots. This week, the guys thought it would be fun to highlight some ideal watch purchase options for $200 or below… well below. Tune in, and find some of the best dress, sport, and wildcard watches in that “sweet spot” TBWS price bracket.

Show Notes

Time Arrow Benrus Clone: https://www.ebay.com/itm/AUTOMATIC-DG2813-Time-Arrow-Military-Benrus-Type-2-316-sapphire-white-green-hand/114435485263?hash=item1aa4e2ee4f:g:uWoAAOSwmExe4XGu

Timex MKI Chronograph: https://www.amazon.com/Timex-Chronograph-Quartz-Watch-TW2T10700/dp/B07N9GQY5C/ref=sr_1_3?crid=1N7HLA8STVDFI&dchild=1&keywords=timex+mk+chronograph&qid=1606107006&sprefix=timex+mki+chro%2Caps%2C243&sr=8-3

The Balance Cock Bugle: https://twobrokewatchsnobs.com/the-balance-cock-bugle/

Bulova Classic Collection: https://www.amazon.com/Bulova-Classic-Quartz-Stainless-Casual/dp/B0716DMPM1/ref=bmx_5/147-0758198-5155414?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B0716DMPM1&pd_rd_r=9ef2ef61-b016-4563-9d7e-c69943f6508e&pd_rd_w=srojJ&pd_rd_wg=ngdqp&pf_rd_p=4ebef4a1-dd04-4d00-b442-cfa31968b6de&pf_rd_r=10E0N82SJ5NDTAZHSY8Z&psc=1&refRID=10E0N82SJ5NDTAZHSY8Z

Komandirskie 1965: https://meranom.com/en/index.php?route=product/search&search=komandirskie%201965&filter_name=komandirskie%201965

Orient Bambino: https://www.amazon.com/Orient-Bambino-Japanese-Automatic-Stainless/dp/B01MYRALKQ/

Casio MRW Range: https://www.amazon.com/Casio-Diver-Quartz-Stainless-Silver/dp/B083L9KFB6/ref=sr_1_26?crid=1NKUFQKG4XI8T&dchild=1&keywords=quartz+dive+watch&qid=1606064387&sprefix=quartz+dive+watc%2Caps%2C225&sr=8-26

Timex 41mm Navi: https://www.amazon.com/Timex-Navi-3-Hand-Silver-Blue/dp/B07X1SPY1F/

Casio Pro Trek Fish Timer: https://www.amazon.com/Casio-Fishing-Timer-Quartz-Watch/dp/B0858F5ZPV/ref=bmx_4/147-0758198-5155414?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B0858MRMZV&pd_rd_r=2a91860b-cb01-46a5-9dbf-0310e7c6d56c&pd_rd_w=JdbMO&pd_rd_wg=UHYYJ&pf_rd_p=4ebef4a1-dd04-4d00-b442-cfa31968b6de&pf_rd_r=7BFQ66SHPXBNVFSR5J5N&refRID=7BFQ66SHPXBNVFSR5J5N&th=1

Vostok Komandirskie Automatic: https://www.amazon.com/Vostok-Komandirskie-Automatic-Wristwatch-650841/dp/B08LQQ46M6/

Time Arrow Military Submariner/Explorer: https://www.ebay.com/itm/Military-Submariner-Explorer-Miyota-movement-Steve-Mcqueen-small-T-dial/133561849953

Orient Neo 70s: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=NEO+70%27s&rh=n%3A7141123011&ref=bl_sl_s_wa_web_7141123011

This is it. We've done 200 episodes.

And @brodinkee is here to talk about some of the cringiest trends on social and blog that need to die.

You aren't getting rid of us. We're here to stay.

Sir Thomas Sean Connery - a staple of masculinity and an icon in the realm of watch enthusiasts has passed. This week, Kaz & Mike take some time to evaluate watches that the ultimate giga-chad wore both on- and off-screen... with some affordable alternatives for you to consider.

It also looks like the guys will be binge-watching some timeless Sean Connery films this week. Tune in, and do more than your best. Be a winner and f**k the prom queen.

Show Notes

Doxa Sub 300 Black Lung: https://monochrome-watches.com/doxa-sub300-sharkhunter-black-lung-the-2nd-and-final-batch/

Orient Star GMT: https://twobrokewatchsnobs.com/orient-star-gmt-wz0071dj-review/

Rolex 6538: https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/found-a-mint-james-bond-submariner-reference-6538

Breitling Top Time: https://www.jamesbondlifestyle.com/product/breitling-top-time

Gruen Precision 510: https://www.govbergwatches.com/blog/first-james-bond-watch/

WMT Watches: https://www.wmtwatches.com/product/sea-diver-mi6-010-intelligence-agency-special-edition-early-bird-shipping-date-21th-of-aug-2020/

Dan Henry 1964 Bi-Compax: https://danhenrywatches.com/products/1964-gran-turismo-chronograph

Orient Bambino Small Seconds: https://www.ablogtowatch.com/orient-bambino-small-seconds-ss-watch-review/

Panerai PAM 190: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U0D0_W3GSzk&feature=emb_title

Vostok Pamphibia: https://www.reddit.com/r/vostok/comments/ewpw3l/pamphibia_inspired_by_panerai/

Amphibia Classic: https://meranom.com/en/amphibian-classic/710/vostok-watch-amphibian-classic-710526.html

Kaz is flying solo and you know what that means..? We're taking another deep dive into the history of Soviet Watches! This installment focuses on the impact that French watch maker LIP had on SU horology. If you feel like going full neckbeard on Soviet Watches with Kaz then tune in and enjoy.

General History Notes:

https://www.lip.fr/en/content/6-history

https://www.hampdenwatches.com/page-3

http://watchesz.free.fr/mfa/lip_au_pays_des_soviets.htm

https://www.watchuseek.com/threads/a-very-early-zvesda-from-1938-the-tale-of-how-zvesda-came-to-be.856681/#post-6282576

https://www.netgrafik.ch/russian_logos.htm

Model/Movement Notes:

Zvezda 1802

https://www.ussrtime.info/details/0723.html

Pobeda K52 (2602)

https://www.ussrtime.info/details/0981.html

Petrovoderts 2602 (Pobeda 2602 from "Raketa" before it was Raketa)

http://www.ranfft.de/cgi-bin/bidfun-db.cgi?10&ranfft&&2uswk&Raketa_2602

Raketa 2609

http://www.ranfft.de/cgi-bin/bidfun-db.cgi?12&ranfft&&2uswk&Raketa_2609

Raketa 2609 HA

http://www.ranfft.de/cgi-bin/bidfun-db.cgi?12&ranfft&&2uswk&Raketa_2609_HA

Alright, these episodes are always a blast but this time, the guys really packed the episode with a ton of listener questions. Plus, get a sneak peek at the newest review on the website and get the scope on the latest franken-Rolex controversy.

Enjoy, and don't forget to share more questions that the guys can tackle next time!

Show Notes

Time Arrow Benrus Clone: https://www.reddit.com/r/Watches/comments/gbbuzn/time_arrow_homage_to_a_legend_the_type_2_milsub/

Timex MKI Chrono: https://www.timex.com/mk1-chronograph-steel-42mm-fabric-strap-watch/MK1-Chrono-Steel-42mm-Fabric-Strap-Watch.html?dwvar_MK1-Chrono-Steel-42mm-Fabric-Strap-Watch_color=Stainless-Steel-Green&cgid=mk-1#gclid=CjwKCAjwz6_8BRBkEiwA3p02VXLRT_y6RHNuZ_ORPpUhhGSHukTNHSpKk7FSk_6UC0pFJcH8AKCVyxoCVOYQAvD_BwE&start=1

Timex Indiglo: https://van.physics.illinois.edu/QA/listing.php?id=1914&t=timex-indiglo-watches#:~:text=Indiglo%20watches%20take%20energy%20from,the%20energy%20from%20the%20battery.%20

How To Survive The Watch Hobby: Heart and Mind in Conflict: https://twobrokewatchsnobs.com/how-to-survive-the-watch-hobby-heart-and-mind-in-conflict/

Join Mike & Kaz for a fierce and emotional account of some of their biggest watch regrets. From buying to selling, spending too much damn time on watch photos, and more. Don't forget to write in and share your watch hobby/collecting regrets, too.

Also, catch up on some new press pieces up on the site and join the guys as they keep running through some options for episode 200.

Join Kaz and Mike as they comment on a selection of watch ads in real-time. They tackle some fan favorites along with ads you might not be familiar with. It’s cringey watch marketing at its finest, and you might even find that some of it actually worked on the snobs.

Show Notes

Omega Speedmaster: https://www.instagram.com/p/CFzuRHkHe_g/

Seiko SNK805: https://www.amazon.com/Seiko-SNK805-Automatic-Stainless-Canvas/dp/B000LTAY1U/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=seiko+snk&qid=1601853203&sr=8-2

Tudor Black Bay 58: https://www.tudorwatch.com/en/watches/black-bay-fifty-eight/m79030n-0001

Meistersinger Metris: https://www.meistersinger.com/2019/04/robust-bequem-unverzichtbar-meistersingers-metris/

Longines - The Pioneer Spirit Lives On: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=al4zzZkLcFA&list=PLPCVKnxAg-bn_1AkMtsK_-NmNMr0A1Jam&index=4&ab_channel=Longines

Seiko Prospex Street Series: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z_BqbqfQJXU&ab_channel=SeikoUSA

Roger Dubuis @ Watches and Wonders: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JW206t_1RjM&t=2s&ab_channel=watchesandwonders

Omega in Space: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DoapqteSo8Q&ab_channel=OMEGA

Rado - Get Ready to Feel It: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X4xRMI2pgOQ&ab_channel=Rado

Tudor Pelagos Ad: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bFXwPWanVoM&ab_channel=WillieBeamen

It’s hard to beat a good quartz watch. And the industry’s recent high-luxury releases have left the guys hungry for another good quartz episode.

Tune in for 2020 quartz recommendations from Kaz & Mike. Hold on to your wallets - there’s a whole bunch of them!

Show Notes

Citizen Eco-Drive Promaster Diver: https://twobrokewatchsnobs.com/citizen-eco-drive-promaster-diver-review/

Vostok Amphibia: https://www.instagram.com/p/CBvWUFEHbxt/

Oris Big Crown Pointer Date: https://www.oris.ch/en/watch/oris-big-crown-original-pointer-date/01-754-7696-4064-07-5-20-51

Doxa Sub 1200T Caribbean: http://oceanictime.blogspot.com/2015/06/doxa-sub-1200t-deep-roots.html

Casio MRW200H: https://www.amazon.com/Casio-Classic-Quartz-Resin-Watch/dp/B01BY7I1J4/ref=sr_1_3?crid=17BRDXV8ZWXS1&dchild=1&keywords=casio+mrw200&qid=1601217740&sprefix=casio+mrw%2Caps%2C224&sr=8-3

Victorinox INOX: https://www.swissarmy.com/us/en/Products/Watches/Women%27s-Watches/I-N-O-X-V/p/241881

Scurfa Diver 1: https://www.scurfawatches.com/product/diver-one-d1-500-nd713rd/

Gavox Roads: https://www.gavox.com/product/gavox-roads-atlantic-ocean-road-copy/

Gavox Squadron: https://www.gavox.com/product/gavox-squadron-stainless-steel/

CWC 1987 SBS Reissue: https://www.cwcwatch.com/collections/heritage-reissue-historical-watches/products/1987-sbs-reissue-quartz-divers-watch?variant=33231932457046

Breitling ‘Professional’ Models: https://www.breitling.com/us-en/watches/professional/?search%5Bsorting%5D=default

Seiko SNJ025: https://seikousa.com/collections/prospex/products/snj025

Bulova Lunar Pilot: https://www.bulova.com/us/en/product/96A225.html?cgid=mens-archive-series#start=17

Almost 200 episodes in and believe it or not, the guys have never tackled this topic. With the recent watch releases making the rounds, Kaz and Mike thought it would be a great idea to run through a head-to-head comparison of two of the most popular watch brands in history.

Tune in as they cover fit, finishing, brand heritage bang-for-buck, and more. It’s a total Rolex vs. Omega face-off. Plus, Mike has a new watch to introduce, and the guys go viral in the watch world after pushing some fake news. You won’t want to miss it.

Show Notes

Citizen Nighthawk: https://wornandwound.com/review/review-citizen-nighthawk/

Orient Star GMT: https://twobrokewatchsnobs.com/orient-star-gmt-wz0071dj-review/

Grand Seiko SBGA299: https://www.grand-seiko.com/us-en/collections/sbga229g

Casio G-Shock GMWB5000GD-9: https://www.gshock.com/watches/digital/gmwb5000gd-9?utm_medium=cpc&utm_source=google&utm_campaign=1705837129&utm_content=u&utm_term=&gclid=CjwKCAjw-5v7BRAmEiwAJ3DpuO4PQHDmHQ32vn_yz9zd3hCO9kQgzaieFtj78voljXDoTAlBlQyxVRoCtWAQAvD_BwE

Nintendo Switch: https://www.nintendo.com/switch/

The Balance Cock Bugle: https://twobrokewatchsnobs.com/the-balance-cock-bugle/

Visiting the new Omega Manufacture in Bienne: https://www.ablogtowatch.com/visiting-new-omega-manufacture-bienne/

Rolex 2020 Releases: https://www.rolex.com/watches/new-watches.html

Omega Seamaster Diver 300m: https://www.omegawatches.com/en-us/watches/seamaster/diver-300-m/gents-collection/product

Omega Railmaster Master Co-Axial: https://www.omegawatches.com/en-us/watch-omega-seamaster-omega-co-axial-master-chronometer-40-mm-22010402003001