In this very special episode of Two Broke Watch Snobs, the guys sit down with @danc21cy, a military man, avid military watch collector, and all-around great guy. He shares the story of how he got into military watch collecting and highlights a few pieces in his collection.

We learn the history behind these watches, why they were issued, and even explore some options that are still affordable for a range of collectors today.

Finally, Dan shares what the process was like designing a bespoke watch with Bremont's Military and Special Projects department. It was an honor speaking with Dan and this is an episode you won't want to miss. Press play!

Show Notes

CWC Royal Navy Diver: https://www.instagram.com/p/Bdsg-7IFZPG/?taken-by=twobrokewatchsnobs

Poljot 3133 Chronograph:https://www.instagram.com/p/BdjFv9PloKI/?taken-by=twobrokewatchsnobs

Bremont Solo Imagery Intelligence Limited Edition: https://www.instagram.com/p/BhPiJHAAG9izQ1kk8pS5I8XfnGXB6gNRrZWL3o0/?taken-by=danc21cy

Erika’s Originals: https://erikasoriginals.com/

Military Watch Markings: http://wornandwound.com/time-spec-military-watch-markings-deciphering-code/

CWC G10: https://www.cwcwatch.com/collections/m-o-d-spec/products/cwc-g10-issue-watch-no-date-with-battery-hatch

Seiko Vietnam Watches: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XmrOuuBywvg

Marathon Duvdevan Pilot Navigator: https://www.watchreport.com/marathon-duvdevan-navigator-pilot-watch-review/

Adanac Navigator’s Watch: http://www.broadarrow.net/adanac.htm

Smiths W10: http://www.broadarrow.net/smiths.htm

CWC SBS Diver: http://100percent-rolex.blogspot.com.cy/2010/09/sbs-issued-cwc-diver-follow-up-of-5517.html

Bremont Military Watches: https://www.bremont.com/military-watches

Bremont Townhouse Event: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kWa1tIm36m4

Bremont Endurance: https://www.bremont.com/range/endurance

The Watches That Conquered Everest: https://blog.crownandcaliber.com/mount-everest-watches/

After winding down post-Basel, Kaz and Mike talk about some interesting show picks that they missed last time and why you should check them out. It might also be time for the guys to start writing cheap Amazon erotica, you know, just for TBWS funding.

It’s also a big day! The guys FINALLY properly established Two Broke Watch Snobs as a proper business, so thank you to everyone that provided the Snobs with some advice along the way.

Finally, how do you guys pick watches before travelling internationally? Do you bring your best watches? Beaters? The entire collection?! That’s the main topic for today’s episode as Mike gears up for some upcoming travel.

Show Notes

Seiko SKX175: https://www.instagram.com/p/Bg4NNQFlW75/?taken-by=twobrokewatchsnobs

Vostok Amphibia: https://www.instagram.com/p/Bgy4qS_Fsbb/?taken-by=twobrokewatchsnobs

Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical: http://twobrokewatchsnobs.com/hamilton-khaki-field-mechanical-review/

Nezumi Voiture Chronograph: http://twobrokewatchsnobs.com/nezumi-voiture-chronograph-review/

Vostok 120 Scuba Dude: https://meranom.com/en/amphibian-classic/120/vostok-watch-amphibian-classic-120059.html

Tissot Heritage Petite Seconde: https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/tissot-heritage-petite-seconde-introducing

Certina DS PH200M: https://www.fratellowatches.com/certina-ds-ph200m/

Oris Diver 65 Bronze: https://www.oris.ch/en/watch/oris-divers-sixty-five/01-733-7747-4354-07-5-17-30

Longines Legend Diver 36mm: https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/longines-legend-diver-36mm-hands-on

Vostok Amphibia 1967: https://www.instagram.com/p/BgxZ5lnnHMM/?taken-by=meranomdotcom

Basel World 2018 has come and gone!.... and life still feels meaningless (shrug). But the show must go on! This week Mike and Kaz look back on the releases from Basel 2018. With the dust settling though, the two reach a conclusion that puts them in a completely different mindset as compared to Basel World 2017 - what does this mean for the future of the event? Were Mike and Kaz satisfied with this year's releases? Tune in, hang out, and enjoy ;)

Also, the guys are both wearing iconic dive watches in this week's wristcheck - and both can often be overlooked in the greater pantheon of well-known divers. Plus, Kaz just wrapped up a last minute move (his own personal Trail of Tears) and Mike is coming down from the stress of being up to his gills in Basel releases 0_o.

Show Notes

Vostok Amphibian Paratrooper: https://meranom.com/en/amphibian-classic/420/vostok-watch-amphibian-classic-420307.html

Doxa Sub 300 Black Lung: http://www.doxawatches.com/SUB300-Black-Lung.html

Doxa Sub 300T Poseidon Edition: http://www.doxawatches.com/SUB300T-Poseidon-Edition.aspx

Polywatch: https://www.amazon.com/Polywatch-Plastic-Lens-Scratch-Remover/dp/B0014R9V9O

Erika’s Originals: https://erikasoriginals.com/

Rolex GMT Master II 126710BLRO: https://www.rolex.com/watches/baselworld/new-gmt-master-ii/m126710blro-0001.html

Tudor Black Bay GMT: https://www.tudorwatch.com/watches/new-black-bay-gmt/m79830rb-0001

Rolex GMT Master II 126711CHNR: https://www.rolex.com/watches/gmt-master-ii/m126711chnr-0002.html

Tudor Black Bay Fifty-Eight: https://www.tudorwatch.com/watches/new-black-bay-fifty-eight/m79030n-0002

Citizen Cal.0100 Movement: http://www.citizenwatch-global.com/news/2018/20180322-2/index.html

Seiko SLA025: https://www.seikowatches.com/global-en/products/prospex/SLA025J1

Seiko ‘Golden Tuna’ Reissue: https://www.ablogtowatch.com/seiko-prospex-s23626-1000m-limited-edition-dive-watch/

Seiko Presage SJE073: https://www.ablogtowatch.com/seiko-presage-sje073-watch/

Seiko SPB077: https://www.seikowatches.com/global-en/products/prospex/SPB077J1

Citizen Promaster Skyhawk: https://us.citizenwatch.com/us/en/mens-promaster-skyhawk-a-t/JY8058-50L.html#q=blue%2Bangels&lang=default&start=4

Sinn 910 Flyback Chronograph: http://www.watchbuys.com/store/pc/Sinn-910-Column-Wheel-Flyback-Chronograph-on-Bracelet-66p4336.htm

Sinn 103 Sa B E Pilot Chronograph: https://www.ablogtowatch.com/sinn-103-sa-b-e-pilot-chronograph-wrist-watch/

Bell & Ross Racing Bird Chronograph: https://www.bellross.com/our-collections/vintage/br-v-chrono/br-v2-94/br-v2-94-racing-bird-steel-strap

Longines Master Collection Annual Calendar: https://www.longines.com/novelties/the-longines-master-collection-annual-calendar

Nomos Autobahn: https://nomos-glashuette.com/en/watches/families/autobahn

Frederique Constant Hybrid Manufacture: https://frederiqueconstant.com/hybrid/

TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph GMT: https://www.tagheuer.com/en-us/news/tag-heuer-carrera-chronograph-gmt-travel-for-dna

Breitling Chronomat B01 Chronograph 44: https://www.ablogtowatch.com/breitling-chronomat-b01-chronograph-44-watch/

It's that time of year again, guys - freaking Basel World 2018 is going down... you know what that means? This week Mike and Kaz are sitting down and talking Basel World 2018 predictions while also reminiscing about last year's winner (and flops).

Kaz just wants everyone to know, he doesn't want any more Tudor Blackbays. No one wants anymore Tudor Blackbays. Please give us a Tudor Ranger GMT... that said, the Two Broke Watch Snobs are totally prepared for 40 new versions of the Tudor Blackbay that no one asked for (including the hotly anticipated Tudor ColonScope).

More importantly, the guys talk about the hyperbolic culture of Basel World 2018 and how the brands that actually stand to offer something fresh and new never see coverage. That's why Mike and Kaz are revealing their goal to grow TBWS enough to attend Basel World next year. That way, we can actually shed the spotlight and cover brands that will actually be fresh and new - not the typical horological circle-jerking echochamber.

Plus, don't click your dive bezel during phone conferences, TBWS needs to segment into the sex industry (thoughtful chatturbate watch reviews while Mike and Kaz feed each other chips... shirtless), and the guys wonder how the hell bad business ideas (and bad websites) make money.

This is also an action-packed episode, guys - fire alarms go off, ambulance sirens are blaring, dialysis machines are shutting down - but worst of all... the tofu gets ruined 0_0.

#ShowUsOnTheDollWhereSeikoHurtYou

Show Notes:

Baselworld 2018: https://www.baselworld.com/en-US.aspx

Snake Plissken: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Snake_Plissken

Traska Watches: https://www.traskawatch.com/freediver/

Heitis Watches Okeanos Explorer: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/86312316/heitis-watch-buffalo-okeanos-explorer-automatic-di?ref=creator_nav#

Bremont Endurance: https://www.ablogtowatch.com/bremont-endurance-limited-edition-watch/

Tag Heuer Link: https://www.tagheuer.com/en-us/watches/link-watch

FC Flyback Chrono from Basel World 2017: https://monochrome-watches.com/frederique-constant-flyback-chronograph-manufacture-baselworld-2017-review-video-price/

Rado Captain Cook: https://www.rado.com/collections/rado-hyperchrome/hyperchrome-captain-cook-r32500305-0176305003130

Longines 1945: http://twobrokewatchsnobs.com/the-longines-heritage-1945-and-a-broke-watch-snobs-personal-opinion/

Squale Profundus Diver from Basel World 2017: https://diveintowatches.com/2017/03/29/baselworld-2017-squale-profundus/

Kaz and Mike sit down on a cozy Saturday morning to talk watches and the art of sticking to your office chair after not showering for a week. Is it recycling if you drink water out of an old soda can? And how far will Mike take his #BaselBeard?

Although it was a tough week, Kaz finds solace in Death Cab For Cutie and Mike contemplates wine for breakfast. Kaz also spends some time with an awesome new racing chrono and Mike thinks about a cool new pilot chronograph.

Finally, the Snobs talk about how they’ve grown as writers producing watch content and the challenges of watch photography. They share their gear, their methods, and their frustrations. Sit back and enjoy! Things get personal and this may be a side of the Two Broke Watch Snobs you’ve never seen before.

Show Notes

Death Cab for Cutie: https://open.spotify.com/user/smallclone/playlist/0EjMVcSxE0Eeq9pUdUUiOb

MHD CR1 Panda Chronograph: https://www.mhdwatches.com/collections/mhd-cr1/products/mhd-cr1-panda-dial-on-black-calf-leather-rally-strap

Raven Venture: https://ravenwatches.com/pages/venture-information

Mithril: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mithril

Tudor Ranger: https://www.tudorwatch.com/watches/heritage-ranger/m79910-0001

Miyota 6S21: http://miyotamovement.com/product/chronograph4.html

A-13A Pilot Chronograph: https://www.a-13a.com/

ETA caliber 251.264: http://watchbase.com/eta/caliber/251-264

Bremont Endurance: https://www.ablogtowatch.com/bremont-endurance-limited-edition-watch/

Butler Watch: http://butlerwatch.com/

Gavox Watches: http://gavox.com/

Watchesoff Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watchesoff/?hl=en

Steve Laughlin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevelaughlin76/

Bulova Accutron Astronaut by Jack Forster: https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/bulovas-accutron-astronaut-the-watch-chosen-by-the-cia-for-pilots-of-the-fastest-plane-ever-made

Nikon D3400: https://www.nikonusa.com/en/nikon-products/product/dslr-cameras/d3400.html

Fuji X-T10: http://www.fujifilmusa.com/products/digital_cameras/x/fujifilm_x_t10/

The Two Broke Watch Snobs get to the bottom of what being “broke” actually is. So there’s a serious challenge to take on in episode #70 and that’s funding an entire watch collection for $150. Seiko also discontinued some of our favorite models :(

Also, apparently Mike and Kaz don’t understand the complications involved with wearing sweatpants for several weeks straight. The site is also alive again! Be sure to check out some new reviews and guest pieces. Oh, and keep an eye out for the first newsletter!

Listen in for tips on how to really start a small watch collection on a budget. It was a challenge but the guys find ways to help you get started without dropping insane amounts of cash.

Show Notes:

Encino Man: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Encino_Man

Hemel HFT20 Chronograph: https://www.hemelwatches.com/products/hemel-hft20-vk64-configuration

Mr. Orient USA: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FB6TO5DbsPY

Watches from the minds of Long Islanders: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dW0KrDwnGzQ

Seiko 5 SNK: https://www.instagram.com/p/Bf1U3ZpFWgE/?taken-by=twobrokewatchsnobs

Orion Calamity: http://twobrokewatchsnobs.com/orion-calamity-dive-watch/

Raven Venture: http://twobrokewatchsnobs.com/raven-watches-review-venture/

RGM Watches: http://www.rgmwatches.com/

Discontinued Seiko models: https://www.seiyajapan.com/blogs/news/sayonara

Mike’s Picks

Vostok Scuba Dude: https://meranom.com/en/amphibian-classic/120/vostok-watch-amphibian-classic-120059.html

Casio F91W-1: https://www.amazon.com/Casio-F91W-1-Classic-Resin-Digital/dp/B000GAWSDG

Timex MKI 36mm: https://www.timex.com/mk1-36mm-nylon-watch/TW2R13800LG.html#start=1

Kaz’s Picks

Option 1

1 roll, 2 watches, leather strap

Roll: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B019LEXFWU/ref=crt_ewc_title_dp_2?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A1P3BWZSM0NY4A

Timex weekender chrono: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01JO765US/ref=crt_ewc_img_gw_3?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER

OR Timex expedition scout (approx $60): https://www.amazon.com/Timex-Expedition-Scout-Chronograph-Leather/dp/B01M3P1ES7/ref=pd_sbs_241_5?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B01M3P1ES7&pd_rd_r=5W0EAEDR2TZK0E4TW42D&pd_rd_w=6LRkT&pd_rd_wg=Klb92&refRID=5W0EAEDR2TZK0E4TW42D

Diver/sport

G shock dw6900 ($43): https://www.amazon.com/G-Shock-DW6900-1V-Black-Resin-Sport/dp/B000GAYQL8/ref=sr_1_9?ie=UTF8&qid=1519941321&sr=8-9&keywords=g+shock

Crown and Buckle leather strap: https://www.crownandbuckle.com/straps-by-type/leather/leather-straps.html

Option 2

Roll: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B019LEXFWU/ref=crt_ewc_title_dp_2?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A1P3BWZSM0NY4A

Timex weekender chrono: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01JO765US/ref=crt_ewc_img_gw_3?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER

OR Timex expedition scout (approx $60): https://www.amazon.com/Timex-Expedition-Scout-Chronograph-Leather/dp/B01M3P1ES7/ref=pd_sbs_241_5?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B01M3P1ES7&pd_rd_r=5W0EAEDR2TZK0E4TW42D&pd_rd_w=6LRkT&pd_rd_wg=Klb92&refRID=5W0EAEDR2TZK0E4TW42D

Casio Men's A168WA-1: https://www.amazon.com/Casio-A168W-1-Mens-A168WA-1-Watch/dp/B000LAKYW8/ref=sr_1_4?s=apparel&ie=UTF8&qid=1519945274&sr=1-4&nodeID=7141123011&psd=1&keywords=casio

Fossil Commuter 3-Hand: https://www.amazon.com/Fossil-FS5275-Commuter-Three-Hand-Leather/dp/B01M5H1PG2/ref=sr_1_4?s=apparel&ie=UTF8&qid=1519945779&sr=1-4&nodeID=7141123011&psd=1&keywords=fossil+watch+men

Mike and Kaz are joined by a very special guest. It’s time! The Two Broke Watch Snobs are joined by Steve Laughlin, founder of Raven Watches. This has been a long time coming and it was a really special treat to sit down with Steve and finally talk watches.

Steve shares some insight behind the design process and the journey involved with creating the Raven Venture, his latest model. We also explore Steve’s beginnings as a watchmaker, his preferences as a collector, and a few hints about what may be coming from Raven in 2018.

Tune in for discussions about homage watches, selling watches online, crazy eBay listings, and more. This was a surreal experience for the Two Broke Watch Snobs and it was an honor to sit down with one of the Godfathers of the micro-brand watch space. Oh and be sure to listen until the very end! Steve has a very special treat for TBWS listeners.

Show Notes:

Raven Venture Prototype: http://twobrokewatchsnobs.com/raven-watches-review-venture/

Raven Trekker 40 RT07: https://www.instagram.com/p/BVCzBQLlSHf/?taken-by=twobrokewatchsnobs

Raven Venture Production Model: https://ravenwatches.com/pages/venture-information

Raven Watches YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/BenarusUSA

Four Special Watches: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=azt5COErzzk

The Raven Room: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theravenroom/

Wind^Up: http://www.windup.wornandwound.com/

Raven Deep Tech: http://wornandwound.com/review/raven-deep-tech-review/

Raven Deep 44: https://www.ablogtowatch.com/raven-44mm-deep-divers-watch-review/

Raven Defender: https://www.watchreport.com/raven-defender-watch-review/

Raven Endeavour: https://ravenwatches.com/pages/endeavour

Rolex Daytona 116506: https://www.rolex.com/watches/cosmograph-daytona/m116506-0001.html

ETA 2893: https://www.eta.ch/en/our-products/mechanical-movements/mecaline-specialities/eta-mecaline-specialities-2893-2

Kaz and Mike bring back a favorite TBWS segment in this latest installment of Affordable Vintage Watches. This time they explore popular vintage digital watches that are still within reach for budget-conscious collectors.

Hit play! This was a really fun episode to put together.

Show Notes:

AeroPress: http://www.aeropress.com/

Coffee Grind Chart: https://ineedcoffee.com/coffee-grind-chart/

Undone Watches Urban Chronograph Review: Part 1 – The Design Process: http://twobrokewatchsnobs.com/undone-watches-urban-chronograph-review-design-process/

Undone Urban Chronograph: https://www.undone.watch/

CWC Royal Navy Diver: https://www.cwcwatch.com/collections/divers-watches

CWC 1980 Reissue: https://www.cwcwatch.com/collections/heritage-reissue-historical-watches/products/reissue-1980-royal-navy-diver-automatic

BluShark Straps: https://www.blusharkstraps.com/

Seiko SRPB13K1: http://www.creationwatches.com/products/seiko-automatic-watches-69/seiko-5-sports-turtle-automatic-srpb13-srpb13k1-srpb13k-mens-watch-11550.html

Surviving the Watch Fast: http://twobrokewatchsnobs.com/watchfast-seiko-turtle-srp777/

Elektronika 1 B6.02: http://www.netgrafik.ch/images/ruwelektronika2a.jpg

Elektronika 1 B6.03: http://www.crazywatches.pl/images/upload/led/elektronika1led1.jpg

Elektronika 1 B6.03 (caseback): http://www.crazywatches.pl/images/upload/led/elektronika1led5.jpg

Elektronika 5: http://www.netgrafik.ch/images/ruwelektronika3b.jpg

Bulgarian Buletronic: http://www.netgrafik.ch/images/buletronic.jpg

Seiko A826: http://www.watch-id.com/sightings/seiko-a826-christopher-lloyd-back-future

Texas Instruments Star Wars: http://www.timetrafficker.com/watches/led/texas-instruments-star-wars-grey/index.html

Timex Datalink: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Timex_Datalink

Seiko TV Watch: https://museum.syssrc.com/artifact/mobile/900/

Seiko TV Watch on PawnStars: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YX-pQ48xZJU

Seiko 'Ghostbusters' Voice Note Watch: http://www.gbfans.com/equipment/uniform/seiko-m516-voice-note-watch/

Show notes coming soon.

Please excuse our audio issues here ): we're getting the hang of some new software.

Show Notes

Orient Christmas Chrono: http://twobrokewatchsnobs.com/orient-wv0051tx-neo70s-limited-edition-review/

SixoFour Life Stanley Green: https://www.sixofourlife.com/store/stanley-green

Halios Seaforth: https://halioswatches.com/products/seaforth

Citizen Eco-Drive One: http://www.citizenwatch-global.com/one/index.html

Citizen Satellite Wave F900: https://www.ablogtowatch.com/mazda-mx-5-citizen-eco-drive-satellite-wave-f900-review/

Citizen Blue Angels: https://www.jomashop.com/citizen-watch-jy8058-50l.html

Junghans Force Mega Solar: https://www.junghans.de/en/junghans-collection/watches/performance/performance-forcemegasolar/018-1133-44/model/detail.html

Tissot T-Touch: http://www.t-touch.com/en-en/