Two Broke Watch Snobs

To celebrate Christmas this week’s show is the “Two Broke Watch Snobs Xmas Special” where Mike and Kaz breakdown their horological predictions for the upcoming year. Plus they discuss some personal #horology goals they have in regards to their growth as collectors and potential purchases they’re looking to make.

Also, Mike apparently doesn’t know about cocks (coques?), poor Sherman, Romaine Jerome Lettuce Haute Horologerie, and Kickstarter Watch Money Laundering? - Merry Christmas, everyone!

Show Notes:

Vegan fudge: https://minimalistbaker.com/healthy-vegan-fudge-30-minutes/

Seiko SNZH53: https://www.instagram.com/p/BargW5aF0KT/?taken-by=twobrokewatchsnobs

Fifty Five Fathoms: http://forums.watchuseek.com/f71/fifty-five-fathoms-mods-thread-3622850.html

Orient Christmas Chronograph: https://www.instagram.com/p/BdBFst0lkpG/?taken-by=twobrokewatchsnobs

Uncle Seiko: https://www.uncleseiko.com/

Orient Neo 70s WV0071SE: https://www.amazon.com/ORIENT-watch-neo-Seventies-solar-WV0071SE/dp/B01LPHC202

TBWS Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/twobrokewatchsnobs

SIHH: https://sihh.org/?lang=en

IWC Mark XV: https://monochrome-watches.com/an-ode-to-a-timeless-classic-the-iwc-mark-series/

Romain Jerome Titanic DNA: https://techcrunch.com/2011/07/04/the-romain-jerome-titanic-dna-watch-reviewed/

Big Changes at Baselworld: https://www.forbes.com/sites/carolbesler/2017/11/09/big-changes-at-baselworld-half-the-exhibitors-space-reduced-by-one-third-shorter-duration/#11ff1d4548dd

Seiko at Baselworld 2017: https://www.fratellowatches.com/seiko-at-baselworld-2017/

Dietrich: http://www.dietrich.luxury/

SevenFriday: https://www.sevenfriday.com/en-us/home/

Seiko 6159 reissue: http://www.thedivewatchconnection.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=70&t=61634&sid=9b23ced84c91990000b08d06e22f5bd7

Bulova Devil Diver reissue: http://wornandwound.com/baselworld-preview-bulova-announces-reissue-oceanographer-devil-diver/

Timex Marlin: https://www.timex.com/browse/collections/marlin/

Monta SkyQuest: https://www.fratellowatches.com/monta-watches-baselworld-2017/

Orient Sun & Moon: https://www.orientwatchusa.com/shop/mens-watches/fak00005d0/

Raketa Amphibia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amfibia#Amphibia_Raketa_2

Coming home for the holidays can be weird, but sometimes, it’s even worse when you’re a watch geek! We’re getting closer and closer to the end of the year and the Snobs discuss some of the best ways to survive the holidays as a watch lover.

We get a cool Rivkah update, some #seikocaturday feedback, and a detailed review of review of some $14 movie theater wine. Oh, and PETA hates the Two Broke Watch Snobs. Also, Instagram’s algorithm is getting weirder every week and Mike gives a neutral review of The Last Jedi….no spoilers, of course.

Does Scott Stapp from Creed wear a watch? What’s the best watch to use as a knuckle duster? Are all watch enthusiasts actually just insane? Listen to this week’s episode for answers to these important questions.

Show Notes:

NATO Strap Co: https://natostrapco.com/

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

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

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

Creed: https://www.creed.com/

Orient Christmas Chrono: https://www.instagram.com/p/Bcp_skLljnw/?taken-by=twobrokewatchsnobs

Casio G-Shock Gravitymaster GPW-2000: https://www.ablogtowatch.com/casio-g-shock-gravitymaster-gpw-2000-watch-review/

Casino Royale Deleted Omega Scene: http://birthmoviesdeath.com/2015/06/25/product-misplacement-the-casino-royale-watch-trick-you-never-saw

Deadmau5 Purrari: https://jalopnik.com/ferrari-sent-deadmau5-a-cease-and-desist-about-his-purr-1627640534

Mike and Kaz take it easy this week and sit down for some full on unscripted watch talk. It’s a fun episode, so sit back and enjoy.

Kaz is going on well with his watch fast and Mike gets a spicy new watch in that’s a little different from what the guys usually talk about.

Finally, the guys sit down and discuss their favorite and not-so-favorite watch moments of 2017. Listen in and let us know what your favorite watch moments were and if there was any watch-related news that just left you seething.

Show Notes:

Anthony Bourdain’s Tag Heuer: http://forums.watchuseek.com/f25/anthony-bourdains-tag-link-120441.html

Rolex Sky-Dweller: https://www.rolex.com/watches/sky-dweller.html

Kevin Hart’s Collection: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ilB1EPki5sc&t=135s

Orient Christmas Chrono: https://www.instagram.com/p/BcK8H7tlaXs/?taken-by=twobrokewatchsnobs

Doxa “Black Lung” Sub 300: https://www.instagram.com/p/BcdOePdB_rn/?taken-by=michaeltpenate

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

Squale GMT: https://www.instagram.com/p/BcHvsgcF27k/?taken-by=twobrokewatchsnobs

Orient Star Classic Mechanical: https://www.seiyajapan.com/products/orient-star-classic-mechanical-wz0271el

Orient Star Mechanical Moonphase: http://www.orient-watch.jp/orientstar/prod_moon-phase.php

Tudor North Flag: https://www.tudorwatch.com/watches/north-flag

Tudor Black Bay “Black” ETA: https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/the-tudor-heritage-black-bay-black

Timex Marlin Reissue: https://www.timex.com/browse/collections/marlin/

Detective Comics Issue 27: http://batman.wikia.com/wiki/Detective_Comics_Issue_27

Action Comics 1: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Action_Comics_1

Put a bird on it: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iHmLljk2t8M

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

Frederique Constant Manufacture Flyback: https://frederiqueconstant.com/watch-finder/manufacture/flyback-chronograph-manufacture-fc-760v4h4/

New Seiko Cocktail Time: https://www.seikowatches.com/press_release/2017/RLS1703-08/index.html

Jack Heuer Autavia: https://www.tagheuer.com/en-us/news/jack-heuer%E2%80%99s-85th-anniversary-new-autavia-limited-edition

Seiko 62MAS reissue: https://www.seiko-prospex.com/sea/sla017j1

How many Black Bays?!: https://www.tudorwatch.com/watches/heritage-black-bay

Two-Tone Black Bay: https://www.tudorwatch.com/watches/new-black-bay-s-g/m79733n-0002

The guys end up recording in the same time zone and Mike ends up forgetting what a time zone actually is. Please excuse some of the plosives - Mike was recording without a proper pop filter. Oh! Kaz also starts a #watchfast with his Orient Christmas Chrono. Wish him luck!

Then the guys talk about some surprise releases like the new Seiko “Mini-Turtles” and the latest Hodinkee collaboration with Swatch. Weird. Also, should we clone Kaz?!

Finally, Kaz and Mike share some of their most sour experiences growing up as watch lovers and collectors. Mike gets kicked out of a jewellry store, Kaz buys an exploding watch, and they both reflect on how these negative experiences help you grow as a watch enthusiast.

Show Notes:

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

Dan Henry 1963 Pilot Chronograph: https://danhenrywatches.com/products/1963-pilot-chronograph

Ulysse Nardin Marine Regatta: https://www.ablogtowatch.com/ulysse-nardin-marine-regatta-watch/

Swatch Sistem51 HODINKEE Vintage 84: https://shop.hodinkee.com/blogs/journal/swatch-sistem51-hodinkee-vintage-84

Swatch Sistem 51 Collection: https://www.swatch.com/en_us/sistem51/

Seiko JDM Mini-Turtles: http://wornandwound.com/seiko-releases-four-jdm-mini-turtles-ref-srpc35k1-srpc37k1-srpc39k1-srpc41k1-two-new-turtle-colorways/

Todd Snyder + Timex: https://www.toddsnyder.com/collections/watches

Fire at Sea Parks: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qy_BKKnHgas

Seiko SSC615P1: https://www.seiko-prospex.com/sea/ssc615p1

Mike and Kaz take some time to reflect on what they’re thankful for in this pre-Thanksgiving day episode. Unfortunately Kaz is caught in the madness of grocery store shopping before the holiday weekend but he survives and gets a chance to talk watches with us again.

Apparently Paris Hilton is a murdering chihuahua horologist and Kaz can no longer enjoy Depeche Mode. The guys then talk about the Grand Seiko boutique on Rodeo Drive and what it might mean for the brand. Kaz is also loving his new straps from @ea8.

We get a nice Rivkah update from Kaz as well! Finally, the Snobs tackle the topic of women’s watches as well as the significance of women in watchmaking. It’s a hell of an episode and happy late Thanksgiving to all!

Show Notes:

The Upside Down: http://strangerthings.wikia.com/wiki/The_Upside_Down

Romain Jerome Titanic DNA Watch: https://techcrunch.com/2011/07/04/the-romain-jerome-titanic-dna-watch-reviewed/

Citizen Eco-Drive Promaster Diver: https://www.instagram.com/p/BWf-q7llURy/?taken-by=twobrokewatchsnobs

Citizen Satellite Wave: https://us.citizenwatch.com/us/en/satellite.html

Seiko Blue Lagoon Samurai w/ @ea8 Strap: https://www.instagram.com/p/Bb7jcOflciM/?taken-by=twobrokewatchsnobs

Grand Seiko Beverly Hills: http://www.watchuseek.com/first-grand-seiko-boutique-opens-beverly-hills/

Breguet No. 160: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marie_Antoinette_(watch)

Eugene Onegin: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alexander_Pushkin#Literary

Cartier Santos: https://monochrome-watches.com/history-of-the-pilot-watch-part-i-cartier-santos-1904/

Charlize Theron & Rolex: http://www.rolexmagazine.com/2010/06/rolex-hotness-charlize-theron.html

Diving With Her Deepness: https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/diving-with-sylvia-earle-dispatches-rolex

Bulgari Serpenti Tubogas: https://www.bulgari.com/en-us/products/102237-e.html

Casio MDV106: https://www.amazon.com/Casio-MDV106-1AV-Analog-Watch-Black/dp/B009KYJAJY

Kristen Bell Fossil Ads: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2pPshnbx_OE

Mike and Kaz finally reveal the super special impromptu watch giveaway that they’ve been teasing for so long and wonder why nobody calls into the show. It’s also #newwatchalert day for Kaz and he can hardly contain his excitement. This episode also got dangerously close to the debut of Two Broke Eggs Snobs.

Then, the guys talk about some cool #watchfam YouTube channels and discuss why it’s probably best to not surf for porn videos on YouTube. Also, is it crazy to do a 31 day watch fast….with no watch? When is Lent again?

Finally, the main topic focuses on some of the best ideas for holiday gifts if you’re shopping for a watch enthusiast. And, Mike and Kaz pitch the idea of a Two Broke Watch Snobs coffee table book. Cheesy or awesome?

Show Notes:

Squale Atmos 30 GMT Ceramica: https://www.instagram.com/p/Bbm-akglERo/?taken-by=twobrokewatchsnobs

Dan Henry 1963 Pilot Chronograph: https://www.instagram.com/p/Ba9kYzwlxuH/?taken-by=twobrokewatchsnobs

Random Rob: https://www.youtube.com/user/b20ef

Take Time, w/Patrick Marlett: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCp7suTPcrVV3APcyHi38dng/featured

Watchfinder: https://www.youtube.com/user/watchfinder

Avocados Gone Wild: https://www.reddit.com/r/avocadosgonewild/

BluShark on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/BluShark-Original-Premium-Multiple-Styles/dp/B013D72U6I/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1511154638&sr=8-1&keywords=blushark+nato

Seiko 5 on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Seiko-SNK803-Automatic-Watch-Canvas/dp/B000G6R7B8/ref=sr_1_8?s=apparel&ie=UTF8&qid=1511154675&sr=1-8&nodeID=7141123011&psd=1&keywords=seiko+5

A Man and His Watch: https://www.amazon.com/Man-His-Watch-Watches-Stories/dp/1579657141

100+ No BS Watch Tips: https://www.amazon.com/100-Watch-Tips-Enthusiasts-Salespeople/dp/1537398792

The Wristwatch Handbook: https://www.amazon.com/Wristwatch-Handbook-Comprehensive-Mechanical-Wristwatches/dp/185149829X/ref=pd_lpo_sbs_14_t_2?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=EJVYH9NPCZ89X2B6GBA6

PDXWatchGuy: https://www.instagram.com/pdxwatchguy/

Seiko Hats: https://www.instagram.com/seikohats/

Ad Patina: https://www.instagram.com/adpatina/

W&W Multi-Tool: https://shop.wornandwound.com/collections/tools-supplies/products/spring-bar-tool

Crown & Buckle Gift Card: http://www.crownandbuckle.com/gift-card.html

Braun Clocks: http://www.braun-clocks.com/clocks.html

MB&F Destination Moon: https://www.ablogtowatch.com/mbf-destination-moon-clock-lepee/

Everybody has to deal with puking pets, right? After a bit of a detour, the guys start talking watches… we promise. Mike finds an old friend in a drawer and Kaz says goodbye to a very special watch. It’s a bittersweet wrist check but new things are coming!

The snobs then talk about some of the previous week’s most notable watch news, including a $200 hand-cranked Timex Marlin reissue that’s cool as hell.

Finally, Kaz and Mike each select three of their own top choices for an affordable vintage dress watch. They go head to head, offer some buying tips, and find a striking and very cool similarity between each of their final choices.

Show Notes:

Seiko SNK809: https://www.amazon.com/Seiko-SNK809-Automatic-Stainless-Canvas/dp/B002SSUQFG

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

Orient Star GMT: https://www.instagram.com/p/BXloHguFro9/?taken-by=twobrokewatchsnobs

Rolex GMT Master II 116719BLRO: https://www.bobswatches.com/rolex-blog/new-releases/drink-up-the-gmt-master-ii-116719-blro.html

Magic: The Gathering: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Magic:_The_Gathering

Timex Marlin Reissue: http://www.timex.com/vintage-marlin/TW2R47900VQ.html

Bamford Mayfair: http://www.bamfordwatchdepartment.com/?product=mayfair

Bamford & LVMH: https://www.ablogtowatch.com/bamford-abandons-rolex-focuses-lvmh-watch-brands/

MKII Paradive: https://www.mkiiwatches.com/watch-collections/professional-series/paradive/

Pobeda 2602: http://www.ussrtime.com/cgi-bin/show.pl?search=Pobeda

Smiths Deluxe: http://bezelandbarrel.com/2016/01/13/the-truth-about-rolex-smiths-and-mt-everest/

Poljot de Luxe: https://www.google.com/search?q=poljot+deluxe&rlz=1C1CHZL_enUS726US727&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwiysdaUi7vXAhVkx1QKHcFvAAcQ_AUICygC&biw=1920&bih=949

Tissot Visodate Vintage: https://www.google.com/search?q=tissot+vintage+visodate&rlz=1C1CHZL_enUS726US727&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwjjwe_ji7vXAhUpj1QKHf8fCUoQ_AUICygC&biw=1920&bih=949

Citizen Auto Dater: https://sweep-hand.org/2012/03/20/this-weeks-featured-watch-27-the-520-auto-dater/

Seiko Business: https://thewatchbloke.co.uk/2015/04/23/seiko-6206-8040-business/

Kaz and Mike make it back from NYC alive! It was a wild ride but the guys are ready to share their experiences. It was over way too soon but the event definitely exceeded expectations. Best part? Meeting TBWS listeners! You guys are the best.

The winner of the TBWS 3k follower giveaway for the Timex NaviHarbor has also been selected! Stay tuned and keep an eye out for more giveaways coming soon! Also, livestreaming an event is much, much harder than it seems.

The snobs are wearing some cool watches and dive right into their favorites from Wind^Up 2017. This is a long one, so enjoy!

Show Notes:

Timex NaviHarbor: https://www.instagram.com/p/Bae-wmyl_9-/?taken-by=twobrokewatchsnobs

TBWS Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Two-Broke-Watch-Snobs-348232685515280/

Dan Henry 1963 Pilot Chronograph: https://danhenrywatches.com/products/1963-pilot-chronograph

Breitling Co-Pilot: https://shop.analogshift.com/products/breitling-co-pilot

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

Wind^Up 2017: http://www.windup.wornandwound.com/

Long Island Watch: http://www.longislandwatch.com/Default.asp

Orient Sun & Moon: https://www.instagram.com/p/Baw4OpSFDfP/?taken-by=twobrokewatchsnobs

Halios Watches: https://www.instagram.com/p/BaxFiBslIKX/?taken-by=twobrokewatchsnobs

Mercer Watches: https://www.instagram.com/p/Ba1iK_MF2_0/?taken-by=twobrokewatchsnobs

Monta Watches: https://montawatch.com/

Oak & Oscar Jackson: https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/oak-and-oscar-jackson-flyback-chronograph-introducing

Itay-Noy: http://www.itay-noy.com/

Stowa: https://www.stowa.de/

Wilk Watchworks: http://wilkwatchworks.com/

Ophion Watches: http://www.ophion-watches.com/

Martenero: https://martenero.com/

Martenero Kerrison: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/johntarantino/the-martenero-kerrison-a-mechanical-watch-modern-a

Brew Watches: https://www.brew-watches.com/

ADPT Straps: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LSae2D2s3vY

W&W EDC Watch Folds: https://shop.wornandwound.com/collections/cases/products/edc-watch-fold-black

Klokers: http://wornandwound.com/introducing-klokers-klok-08/

Autodromo: http://www.autodromo.com/watches/

Raven Venture: https://www.instagram.com/p/Ba68-ohFrt7/?taken-by=twobrokewatchsnobs

Farer Watches: https://farer.com/

Geoffrey Roth: http://www.geoffreyrothwatchengineering.com/

Baltic Watches: https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/baltic-watches-bicompax-001-chronograph-kickstarter

The guys prep for their NYC trip by discussing some of the brands they’re most interested in seeing. Kaz shares sad gator stories and Mike is fighting to get over his black watch phobia by turning to a watch he hasn’t worn in a while. Also, 120-click dive bezels vs. 60-click dive bezels...what are your thoughts?

Kaz and Mike then talk about the Paul Newman Daytona being auctioned off this week and what it means for watch enthusiasts everywhere. They take a quick look at the watch’s history and admire the genuine beauty of a timepiece this significant.

Don’t forget to take a shot at the Two Broke Watch Snobs 3k follower giveaway by liking their Facebook page for a chance at winning a super cool Timex NaviHarbor! Thank you so much for your support over the last year!

Show Notes:

Two Broke Watch Snobs Facebook: http://bit.ly/2xXvK2O

Raven Trekker 40: http://www.ravenwatches.com/trekker-40/

Timex NaviHarbor: https://www.instagram.com/p/Bae-wmyl_9-/?taken-by=twobrokewatchsnobs

Lotus Birth: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lotus_birth

Timexcited: https://www.instagram.com/timexcited/

Random Rob on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/b20ef

Paul Newman’s Rolex Daytona: http://www.phillipswatches.com/press-release-paul-newmans-paul-newman-daytona/

Phillips Auction (not Christie’s...Mike fucked up): https://www.phillips.com/auctions/auction/NY080117

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

Halios Watches: http://halioswatches.com/

Klokers: https://www.klokers.com/en/

Stowa: https://www.stowa.de/en/Home/

Mercer Watch: http://www.mercerwatch.com/

Martenero: https://martenero.com/

Baltic: https://baltic-watches.com/

Dan Henry Watches: https://danhenrywatches.com/

Oak & Oscar: http://www.oakandoscar.com/

New Orient Watches: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZagB-8IyUcg

The Two Broke Watch Snobs celebrate their one year anniversary with a very special guest, Terry from Toxic NATOs!

The gang gets together for some casual, unscripted watch talk and reminisce on how the podcast and Toxic NATOs have evolved over the past year. This is about as dirty as it gets so sit back and brace yourself #watchfam.

Plus, stay tuned for a very special gift from Terry, which is exclusively for Two Broke Watch Snobs listeners! This year has been a blast, guys! Here’s to many more and thank you so much for your continued support!

Show Notes

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

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

The Watch That Replaced The Milsub: https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/cwc-the-watch-that-replaced-the-milsub

Seiko Blue Lagoon Samurai: https://www.instagram.com/p/BaH31O_Fp-H/?taken-by=twobrokewatchsnobs

Toxic ShizNit Straps: https://www.toxicnatos.com/products/toxic-herringbone

Seiko 7548 Diver: https://www.instagram.com/p/BZroye1jbUL/?hl=en&taken-by=toxicnatos

Seiko 7C43 Diver: http://jikanwatch.blogspot.com/2013/10/seiko-7c43-7010.html

Seiko SLA017: https://www.seikowatches.com/press_release/2017/RLS1703-07/index.html

Toxic Royal: https://www.toxicnatos.com/collections/watch-straps/products/toxicroyals-xl

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

Seiko SARB017 Alpinist on BluShark: https://www.instagram.com/p/BZ6cU_HlJYg/?taken-by=twobrokewatchsnobs

Toxic Duo: https://www.toxicnatos.com/collections/watch-straps/products/2-piece-nato

PhenomeNATO: http://phenomenato.com/

Admiralty Grey: http://www.mwrforum.net/forums/showthread.php?72541-Why-Admiralty-Grey-for-the-G10-strap

Terry’s Rolex Air King: https://www.instagram.com/p/BZ2RmSFDTZs/?hl=en&taken-by=toxicnatos

Glycine Airman No. 1: no…

Rivkah Watches: https://www.instagram.com/rivkahwatches/

Two Broke Watch Snobs on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Two-Broke-Watch-Snobs-348232685515280/