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Join Luc and Jay every Monday for discussions on watches, brands, gears, springs, and oils - all things watches and watchmaking! If you'd like to learn about watches inside and out, this is the podcast for you!

Crystal Clear Watchmaking


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    Episode 43 - Watches & Wonders: Rolex, Tutor, & more!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2021 82:19


    Luc and Jay discuss some of the new watches from Watches and Wonders - is the industry moving in the right direction?Cartier TanksTudor Black Bay 58 GoldTudor Black Bay 58 SilverRolex Explorers 36mmRolex Explorer IIJeager-LeCoultre Reverso QuadriptiqueGreen NautilusPanerai Marina ESteel LuminorIWC Big Pilot 43mmIWC Big Pilot Shock AbsorberLange 1 PerpetualOris AquisproVacheron Les CabinoteursVacheron American 1921Vacheron Split Seconds Ulta-ThinSocials:Instagram @crystalclearwatchmaking

    Episode 42 - Waltham & Pocketwatch History!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2021 69:20


    A discussion of Waltham, pocketwatch history, and the basics of pocketwatch collecting!Socials:Insta: @crystalclearwatchmakingYouTube

    Episode 41 - Luc Buys a Watch! Two Important New Movements Reviewed!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2021 60:32


    Luc puts down big bucks on a luxury watch and discusses the buying experience. After, we go over the two most important movements released this year.Grand Seiko GMT:https://www.grand-seiko.com/global-en/collections/SBGM221GGrand Seiko Seasons Collection - Early Summer:https://www.grand-seiko.com/us-en/collections/sbgh271gNew Zenith El Primero:https://www.zenith-watches.com/en_us/product/chronomaster-sport-03-3100-3600-69-m3100https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/zenith-chronomaster-sport-with-the-el-primero-caliber-3600-introducingNew Omega Speedmaster Professional:https://www.omegawatches.com/en-us/watch-omega-speedmaster-moonwatch-professional-co-axial-master-chronometer-chronograph-42-mm-31030425001002Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crystalclearwatchmaking/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwygqm1lt0-JqszZ7Hgmiag

    Episode 40 - Starting a Watch Brand - SNGLRTY!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2021 82:07


    Luc interviews the co-founders of SNGLRTY, an up-and-coming Swiss watch brand with a brand new complication!Hard questions are asked and good times had by all :) Join us for a listen!https://www.snglrtywatch.com/@snglrty_watch on InstagramSocials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crystalclearwatchmaking/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwygqm1lt0-JqszZ7Hgmiag

    Episode 39 - How to SAVE the Luxury Watch Industry!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2021 53:02


    Luc rants about why the luxury watch market is failing for an hour. It's a good rant.Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crystalclearwatchmaking/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwygqm1lt0-JqszZ7Hgmiag

    Episode 38 - Christmas Gift Ideas!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2020 50:27


    Today Luc and Jay talk about gift ideas for this Christmas!Links:Seiko5 Automatic Blue Dial SNK357:https://www.jomashop.com/seiko-5-automatic-snk357.htmlThe Watch Repairer's Manual:https://www.amazon.com/Watch-Repairers-Manual-Second/dp/1684222206/Seiko5 Black Dial Flieger Type B SNK809:https://www.jomashop.com/seiko-watch-snk809.htmlSouthpaw Leather Goods:@southpawleathergoods on InstagramOrient Kamasu:https://www.orientwatchusa.com/products/ra-aa0004e19a#reviewsR is for Rolex:https://diaperbookclub.com/products/r-is-for-rolex-abcs-for-the-future-watch-collectorsCitizen Promaster Diver:https://www.citizenwatch.com/us/en/product/BN0151-09L.html?cgid=promaster#start=15Watch Socks:https://watchrats.shop/collections/products/products/batmanHamilton Khaki Fieldhttps://www.jomashop.com/hamilton-mens-khaki-king-watch-h70455733.htmlGeorge Daniel's Watchmakinghttps://www.amazon.com/Watchmaking-George-Daniels/dp/0856677043/Christmas Song:Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100189Artist: http://incompetech.com/Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crystalclearwatchmaking/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwygqm1lt0-JqszZ7Hgmiag

    Episode 37 - 3 Underrated or Underappreciated Brands!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2020 47:51


    Today Jay and Luc take a moment to talk about brands that could use just a bit more love.Xeric watches:https://www.xeric.com/collections/leadfoot-automatichttps://www.xeric.com/collections/vendetta-automaticAutodromo:https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/autodromo-group-b-series-2-introducinghttps://www.autodromo.com/watches/ford-gt-lm2016/Brew Watches:https://www.brew-watches.com/Swatch:https://www.swatch.com/en-gb/homepageOrient:https://www.orientwatchusa.com/products/ra-aa0002l19aCitizen:https://www.citizenwatch.com/us/en/product/AW1660-51H.html?cgid=super-titanium#start=3https://www.citizenwatch.com/us/en/product/BN0151-09L.html?cgid=promaster#start=15Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crystalclearwatchmaking/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwygqm1lt0-JqszZ7Hgmiag

    Episode 36 - Watchmaking Pet Peeves!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2020 56:00


    Today Jay and Luc take a moment to talk about the watchmaker's bench and all the things that annoy the heck out of Luc! The news this week has a couple interesting watches as well!Parmiagani:https://www.parmigiani.com/en/watch/tonda/tonda-hijri/pfh980-2000111-ha1481Longines Legend Diver Bronze:https://www.longines.com/en-us/watch-heritage-l3-774-1-50-2Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crystalclearwatchmaking/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwygqm1lt0-JqszZ7Hgmiag

    Episode 35 - Fashion Watches, Modding, & Straps!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2020 56:44


    Today Jay and Luc took a moment to discuss some of the questions posed by our listeners through Instagram, as well as some feedback from a cardiologist!We also discussed our giveaway, of a Casioak! Very exciting!Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crystalclearwatchmaking/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwygqm1lt0-JqszZ7Hgmiag

    Episode 34 - The 10 Watches We Have Our Eyes On!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2020 83:53


    Today Luc and Jay talk about what we are actually looking at for our collections! Along the way we talk about Grand Seiko dreams, diabetes, and other random topics!Links:Brew Watch Retromatic:https://www.brew-watches.com/watches/retromatic-brew-greenKing Seiko Historical Edition:https://www.watchuseek.com/threads/king-seiko-re-issue-scvn001.1447786/Grand Seiko: https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/grand-seiko-slgh003-hi-beat-60th-anniversary-le-featuring-the-new-dual-impulse-escapementOris Big Crown Pointer Date:https://www.oris.ch/en/watch/oris-big-crown-pointer-date/01-754-7741-4065-07-5-20-63Rolex Daytona:https://www.rolex.com/watches/cosmograph-daytona.htmlSeiko Snowflake:https://www.grand-seiko.com/us-en/collections/sbga211gBulgari Octo Finissimo:https://www.bulgari.com/en-us/102713.htmlBlack Bay 58:https://www.tudorwatch.com/en/watches/black-bay-fifty-eight/m79030n-0001Apple Watch:https://www.apple.com/watch/Oyster Perpetual 41:https://www.rolex.com/watches/oyster-perpetual/m124300-0005.htmlSocials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crystalclearwatchmaking/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwygqm1lt0-JqszZ7Hgmiag

    Episode 33 - Rolex Releases 2020!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2020 25:43


    Today Luc and Jay talk about the new Rolex releases, and also one bonus watch!Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crystalclearwatchmaking/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwygqm1lt0-JqszZ7Hgmiag

    Episode 32 - Ten Workin' Man's Watches!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2020 69:26


    Today Luc and Jay talk about workin' man's watches - a listener request that was too tempting to resist! Along the way we talk about a Grand Seiko special edition, and the new happenings at the watchmaker's bench.Links:Casio W800H-1AV:https://www.casio.com/products/watches/classic/w800h-1avG-Shock GW-M5610-1BJF:https://www.amazon.com/Casio-GW-M5610-1BJF-G-Shock-Solar-Digital/dp/B009S13XJCOrient Kamasu:https://www.orientwatchusa.com/products/ra-aa0002l19aOmega Speedmaster 1957 Limited Edition:https://www.omegawatches.com/en-us/watch-omega-speedmaster-57-chronograph-38-6-mm-31110393001001Grand Seiko SBGA427https://www.grand-seiko.com/us-en/collections/sbga427gGrand Seiko Shizukuishi:https://watchesbysjx.com/2020/07/grand-seiko-studio-shizukuishi-opening.htmlRolex Explorer:https://www.rolex.com/watches/explorer.htmlSocials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crystalclearwatchmaking/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwygqm1lt0-JqszZ7Hgmiag

    Episode 31 - Barrelhand Timepieces - Independant Watchmaker!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2020 65:35


    Today Luc and Jay talk with Karel about the process and struggle of starting your own independent watch company - that is manufacturing new and complex time indicators to boot!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/barrelhand/Website: https://www.barrelhand.com/Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crystalclearwatchmaking/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwygqm1lt0-JqszZ7Hgmiag

    Episode 30 - New Releases, the Watchmaker's Bench, and Robot Rights!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2020 82:27


    Today Luc and Jay talk about a pile of topics, new acquisitions, struggles on the bench, and discussing some interesting ideas.Releases:Blue Bay 58:https://www.tudorwatch.com/en/watches/black-bay-fifty-eight/m79030b-0001Parmigiani Tonda GT:https://www.parmigiani.com/en/watch/tonda/tonda-gt/pfc910-1500340-x03182Parmigiani Ovale:https://www.parmigiani.com/en/watch/ovale/ovale-pantographe/PFH775-1205401-HA3131Chinese Tourbillon:https://www.ebay.com/itm/Sugess-Mens-Mechanical-TianJin-8230-Tourbillon-movement-Luxury-Watch/114198309563Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crystalclearwatchmaking/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwygqm1lt0-JqszZ7Hgmiag

    Episode 29 - Master Level Case Finishing with Kevin Paul!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2020 62:28


    Today Luc and Kevin talk about watch case restorations, and the processes for each type of finish!Kevin Paul's Instagram!https://instagram.com/watchcaserestorationsGoogle Drive!https://drive.google.com/folderview?id=11Ce7p2Ww8DPjuhkGKy2SrTdgOsvYX2OBSocials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crystalclearwatchmaking/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwygqm1lt0-JqszZ7Hgmiag

    Episode 28 - Antimagnetic Watches!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2020 69:54


    Today Luc and Jay talk about luxury goods and our thoughts and the economics behind them. Certainly a divisive topic,listen in and share your own thoughts with us!Watch News:Waltham Ads:https://imgur.com/a/j9YmvCJH Moser & MB&Fhttps://www.h-moser.com/en/hmoser-x-mbfhttps://www.mbandf.com/en/machines/performance-art/lm101-mbandf-hmoserCzapek Antartiquehttps://www.timeandwatches.com/2020/05/czapek-antarctique.htmlAntimagnetic examples:Ulysee Nardin:https://www.ulysse-nardin.com/row_en/2053-132-02.htmlPatek Phillipe:https://static.patek.com/pdf/pressreleases/en/2011_PatekPhilippe_Advanced_Research_5550P.pdfExamples to collect:Tissot Antimagnetique (1930's-50's)https://www.rescapement.com/blog/tissot-antimagnetic-what-to-know-about-the-first-anti-magnetic-wristwatchRolex Milguass:https://www.rolex.com/watches/milgauss/m116400gv-0001.htmlOmega Seamaster Aqua Terra 15,000 Gausshttps://www.omegawatches.com/watches/seamaster/aqua-terra-150m/15-000-gauss/productBremont Martin-Baker:https://us.bremont.com/collections/watches-mens-mb-old/products/mbiiiIWC Pilot’s Watch Mark XVIII:https://www.iwc.com/us/en/watch-collections/pilot-watches/iw327015-pilot_s-watch-mark-xviii.htmlPanerai Luminor amagnetic:https://www.panerai.com/us/en/collections/watch-collection/submersible/pam01389-submersible-amagnetic---47mm.htmlQuote reference: https://www.watchtime.com/featured/silicon-watchmaking-benefits-pros-cons-antimagneism-oechslin-freak-chaulmontet-von-gunten/Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crystalclearwatchmaking/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwygqm1lt0-JqszZ7Hgmiag

    Episode 27 - How to Become a Watchmaker!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2020 59:31


    Today Jay and I discuss the path to becoming a watchmaker - hobbiest or pro!ALSO: I meant Domino's guys :pShow notes (spoilers!)Personal attributes:Steady handsPatienceBrain for 3D and puzzle solvingThe watchmaker trialGo to Esslinger, buy a 6498 clone, holder, loupe, screwdrivers, and a pair of tweezers (watch repair kit). Take it apart (take photos) and put it back together 20 times, making sure it works at the end every time.Talk about the balance and impulse jewel.Still having fun?Buy a vintage watch, $40, that is not special. Make sure you have hand removal tools and tools to put them back on. Take it completely apart and back together 10 times, working at the end every time.Still having fun?Watchmaking George DanielsAWCI/Mini courses (for hobbiests)5-day Watch 100: Introduction to Watchmakinghttp://awci.com/Online courses (for hobbiests):https://learnwatchmaking.com/https://www.timezonewatchschool.com/WatchSchool/https://www.watchrepairlessons.com/YouTube Videos:https://www.youtube.com/user/jewldoodWatchmaker Schools:Interviews: make sure you know things!Free! Many sponsored by companies, which gives you direct access to hiring as well!WOSTEP http://www.wostep.ch/enhttp://veteranswatchmakerinitiative.org/Your classmates will become contactsYour instructors can get you jobsTheoryUpdatedPart time job? Bartender?Apprecenticeship!Hands-onUnpaid generallyAlmost impossible to find someone willingEven if someone is willing, who knows if they're good at teaching.You can only learn what your teacher knowsOld School

    Episode 26 - Are Luxury Goods... Good?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2020 45:29


    Today Luc and Jay talk about luxury goods and our thoughts and the economics behind them. Certainly a divisive topic,listen in and share your own thoughts with us!Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crystalclearwatchmaking/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwygqm1lt0-JqszZ7Hgmiag

    Episode 25 - USEFUL Complications!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2020 63:01


    Today Luc and Jay talk about watch news and our expectations for the future to start, then talk about some complications that are actually useful!Links:Date window:https://www.rolex.com/watches/datejust.htmlChronograph:https://www.rolex.com/watches/cosmograph-daytona.htmlPower Reserve:https://nomos-glashuette.com/en/lambda/lambda-39-953Alarm:https://iknowwatches.com/seiko-bell-matic-4005-4006-guide/https://blog.crownandcaliber.com/vulcain-cricket/World Timer:https://www.patek.com/en/collection/complications/5231J-001Thermometer:https://www.ablogtowatch.com/ball-engineer-master-ii-diver-tmt-watch-review/Self-winding:https://wornandwound.com/review/seiko-skx007-review/Moonphase:https://www.jaeger-lecoultre.com/us/en/watches/master/master-ultra-thin-moon/1368420.htmlSocials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crystalclearwatchmaking/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwygqm1lt0-JqszZ7Hgmiag

    Episode 24 - Useless (but AWESOME) Complications!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2020 68:57


    Inspired by recent watch news, Luc and Jay talk about a category of complications we have a hard time giving a name to...Links:Bugatti Watch:https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/the-jacob-and-co-x-bugatti-chiron-tourbillon-introducingVideo:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4l7tmdQFKqcCharming Bird:https://www.jaquet-droz.com/the-charming-bird/Video:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3rgnN3uAJFQSlot-Machine Watch:https://watch-pocket.com/the-girard-perregaux-vintage-1945-jackpot-tourbillon-watch-an-unexpected-masterpiece/Video:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uahqgXchs9IPoker Watch:https://www.christopheclaret.com/en/collection-gaming-watches-poker-c12-p15.php"Eros" watches:http://andersen-geneve.ch/cabinet-de-curiosites/Midnight Planetarium:https://www.vancleefarpels.com/us/en/collections/watches/poetic-complication/vcaro4j000-midnight-planetarium-watch.htmlHaldimann H8, H1, H9:https://www.uniquewatchguide.com/image-files/haldimann-h81.jpghttps://www.0024watchworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Haldimann-H1-Flying-Central-Tourbillon.jpghttps://www.haldimann.swiss/images/content/bilder_content/haldimann_h9_01.jpgSocials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crystalclearwatchmaking/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwygqm1lt0-JqszZ7Hgmiag

    Episode 23 - Non-Standard Watch Movements!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2020 59:22


    Today Luc & Jay chat about different types of movements, history, and related watches to collect!Links:OysterQuartz:https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/e/ed/Rolex_Datejust_Oysterquartz.jpgMecaquartz:https://www.brew-watches.com/watches/retrograph-brew-cobaltManual Wind Quartz:https://www.fratellowatches.com/timetravel-2-seiko-8t23-8020-full-charge-signal/Eco-drive:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00PXVU3GM/Eco-drive Thermo:https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-EqGRZv596eM/VppAidkqsVI/AAAAAAAALLA/FsL4BpaiK8sPPNcLDD0VYXkwU4fVQxC7wCCo/w500-Ic42/201601161927-00311.jpgSpring Drive:https://www.seikowatches.com/global-en/products/presage/special/rikiwatanabe/enamel_springdrive.htmlSocials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crystalclearwatchmaking/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwygqm1lt0-JqszZ7Hgmiag

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    Episode 22 - Raketa: USSR Watch Collecting!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2020 90:00


    Today Luc & Jay chat about Russian watches, history, and more stuff I've been doing at the watchmaker's bench!Links:Main USSR Collection Reference Site:https://mroatman.wixsite.com/watches-of-the-ussr/raketaRaketa Big Zerohttps://tinyurl.com/qm6ajhqRaketa Copernicus (black dial)https://tinyurl.com/rgvppbnRaketa Copernicus (crazy hands)https://tinyurl.com/sa7gm65Raketa Copernicus (white dial)https://tinyurl.com/yx2ye7cpRaketa Atomhttps://tinyurl.com/s6juanaRaketa World Timehttps://tinyurl.com/qk4mf7wRaketa Antarticahttps://tinyurl.com/smjpmtdRaketa Perpetual Calendarhttps://tinyurl.com/ufeevnvSocials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crystalclearwatchmaking/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwygqm1lt0-JqszZ7Hgmiag

    Episode 21 - Interview: Guilloche Dialmaking and Case Manufacture with DM Tiffany Timepieces!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2020 62:01


    Today we have DM Tiffany Timepieces on to talk about the process of dialmaking, enamel, and case manufacturing in one power hour of watchmaking!Follow DM Tiffany Timepieces:https://www.instagram.com/dmtiffany.timepieces/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChuczPEvonS3OminZs4I5eADial discussed for multiple techniques on this episode:https://www.escapementmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/Breguet_Classique_7147_dial1.jpgOur socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crystalclearwatchmaking/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwygqm1lt0-JqszZ7Hgmiag

    Episode 20 - Updates, Watch Talk, and Why We Got Into Watches!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2020 49:35


    Today Luc & Jay chat about watches, stuff I've been doing at the watchmaker's bench, and why we both got into watches! Bit of a calm episode, join us for a chat :)Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crystalclearwatchmaking/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwygqm1lt0-JqszZ7Hgmiag

    Episode 19 - Baselworld and W&W Cancelled! (mini episode!)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2020 19:46


    Today Luc takes things solo-mode to discuss coronavirus, the decision to cancel Watches & Wonders, and delay Baselworld. A bit of bonus time is taken to discuss these trade shows and their effect in general, and hopes for the future!Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crystalclearwatchmaking/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwygqm1lt0-JqszZ7Hgmiag

    Episode 18 - Dial it UP! (Dialmaking!)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2020 47:48


    Today's episode is about dials, the multiple materials and methods used to make them! Links mentioned:Jenni Elle YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4TLvsSDZQb-TBrhDID3jPgCloisonne Enamel Dial:https://www.patek.com/en/collection/complications/5231J-001Champleve Enamel Dial:https://www.vancleefarpels.com/us/en/la-maison/our-know-how/the-art-of-watch-making/champleve-enamel.htmlFlinque Enamel Dial:https://www.blancpain.com/en/villeret/ultraplate-6653q-1529-55bGrand Feu Enamel Dial:https://www.alange-soehne.com/en/timepieces/1815-tourbillon/730079-platinum-emaille-dialGuilloche Dial:https://www.breguet.com/en/timepieces/classique/5140Tapisserie/Pantograph Dial:https://www.audemarspiguet.com/en/watch-browser/#filters=co:ro&group-by=collectionNautilus:https://www.patek.com/en/collection/nautilus/5711-1A-010Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crystalclearwatchmaking/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwygqm1lt0-JqszZ7Hgmiag

    Episode 17 - Build Your OWN Watch!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2020 56:26


    News:https://www.timex.com/m79-automatic-40mm-stainless-steel-bracelet-watch/TW2U29500ZV.htmlEasy watch build class:https://www.awci.com/buildawatch/Build your own watch guided (not the best website):http://www.ofrei.com/page524.htmlWhere to buy tools and stuff:http://www.ofrei.com/https://www.esslinger.com/Try to buy a watch repair kit on amazon to get several of the following tools/things in one bundle.List of things you need:Watch case (eBay)Movement (eBay)Movement ringMovement holderDial (eBay)Dial protectorsHands (http://www.ofrei.com/page483.html)Watch hand tool pressMicrofiber clothAir blowerWatchmaker screwdriversNail clippersLoctite 222Finger cotsCaseback openerLoupeStrap

    Episode 16 - Guest Interview - "Watches with a Woman"!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2020 48:09


    Today's episode is about women's watches, and the markets, demands, and aspirations we have for them! Sierra from Watches with a Woman comes on to tell us what's what!Watches with a Woman Social Media:https://www.instagram.com/watcheswithawoman/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHeZOGvKcwF9emqXGgXRKdALinks mentioned:Royal Oaks:https://www.audemarspiguet.com/en/watch-browser/#filters=co:ro&group-by=collection1st Bremont watch:https://us.bremont.com/collections/ladies-watches/products/solo-37-bk-si2nd Bremont watch:https://us.bremont.com/collections/ladies-watches/products/solo-34-aj-white-braceletBlancpain St-Valentin 2017https://www.watchonista.com/blancpain/news/love-story-blancpainMB&F Flying T:https://www.mbandf.com/en/machines/legacy-machines/lmflyingtTrilobe watches:https://trilobewatches.com/en/Humism Dasein:https://humism.com/collections/philosophies/products/daseinSocials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crystalclearwatchmaking/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwygqm1lt0-JqszZ7Hgmiag

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    Episode 15 - FAKE Rolex Watches Sold on YouTube??

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2020 74:19


    Today's episode is about the crazy accusations against YouTube channel Horology House! Luc and Jay talk about what it all means, and take a tangent to talk about Luc's dream watch, and a Chinese "homage" of a Nomos.Links mentioned:Nomoshttps://nomos-glashuette.com/en/lambda/lambda-39-953Nomos "homage":https://www.gearbest.com/mechanical-watches/pp_1470371.html?wid=1433363#goodsDetailSocials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crystalclearwatchmaking/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwygqm1lt0-JqszZ7Hgmiag

    Episode 14 - Watch Cheating!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2020 60:52


    Today's episode is about cheating! Luc and Jay talk about Twinkies and diamond impurities before talking about the surprise watches that they swapped between eachother via USPS to try wearing for a week!Referenced links:Richard Mille:https://twitter.com/biilionaires/status/1218886373010280448?s=21Mille Feuilles (delicious pastry):https://images.chickadvisor.com/item/106957/375/i/vachon-mille-feuilles-flaky-pastries.jpgA Lange & Sohne (Hand Sizes)https://www.alange-soehne.com/en/timepieces/1815-tourbillon/730079-platinum-emaille-dialSocials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crystalclearwatchmaking/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwygqm1lt0-JqszZ7Hgmiag

    Episode 13 - The Quartz Crisis!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2020 72:36


    Today's episode is about The quartz crisis! Luc and Jay get wildly off topic before talking about some of the important changes that happened in those desperate times :)Link to that Kanye watch we talked about:https://newsfeed.time.com/2011/01/18/a-victory-in-vanity-kanye-spends-180000-on-a-watch-with-his-face-on-it/Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crystalclearwatchmaking/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwygqm1lt0-JqszZ7Hgmiag

    Episode 12 - Watch Movement Decorations Explained!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2020 57:17


    Today's episode is about watch movement decorations! Basic explanations for how they're done, and why! Join us for a listen this week and learn a thing or two :)Links:https://www.h-moser.com/en/streamlinerhttps://www.omegawatches.com/en-us/watch-omega-speedmaster-moonwatch-chronograph-39-7-mm-31130403001001Example of women's precision work!https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zKqfC0E82gUInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/crystalclearwatchmaking/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwygqm1lt0-JqszZ7Hgmiag

    Episode 11 - $5000, 3 Watch Collection!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2020 56:02


    Today's episode is a revist of a watch collection, but this time with some restraint! Join us for a listen this week and see how it turns out!Links to watches (in order of discussion):Grand Seiko SBGR253:https://www.grand-seiko.com/us-en/collections/sbgr253jTimex Q:https://www.timex.com/q-timex-reissue-38mm-stainless-steel-bracelet-watch/Q-Timex-Reissue-38mm-Stainless-Steel-Bracelet-Watch.htmlOris Big Crown Pointer Date:https://www.oris.ch/en/watch/oris-big-crown-d26-286-hb-rag-oris-limited-edition/01-754-7741-4087-set-lsAutodromo Group B Series 2https://www.autodromo.com/watches/group-b-white/Longines Master Collection Moonphasehttps://shop.us.longines.com/longines-collections/longines-collections-watchmaking/longines-collections-watchmaking-master/l29094920-the-longines-master-40mm-collection-blue-dial-moonphase-automatic.htmlLongines 1832 Moonphasehttps://shop.us.longines.com/longines-collections/longines-collections-watchmaking/the-longines-1832/l48264922-the-longines-1832-40mm-automatic-moonphase.htmlJoin Luc and Jay every week as we discuss gears, springs, oils, watches, brands - all things watches and watchmaking!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crystalclearwatchmaking/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwygqm1lt0-JqszZ7Hgmiag

    Episode 10 - Top 3 Watch Brands!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2019 61:26


    Today's episode is all about brands! What's the criteria for this list? Hard to say, but join us for a listen this week and see how it turns out!Join Luc and Jay every week as we discuss gears, springs, oils, watches, brands - all things watches and watchmaking!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crystalclearwatchmaking/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwygqm1lt0-JqszZ7Hgmiag

    Episode 9 - Leather Watch Straps with SouthpawLeatherGoods!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2019 60:27


    Today's episode is all about leather! Our guest, SouthpawLeatherGoods, comes on the show to teach us more about leather and talk about what you should be looking at when buying leather goods!Check out his instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/southpawleathergoods/Mentioned Links:Leather supply company:https://www.tandyleather.com/en/Good YouTube leatherworking videos:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiVo2Pi5qrbtsuo6JvDDokQJoin Luc and Jay every week as we discuss gears, springs, oils, watches, brands - all things watches and watchmaking!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crystalclearwatchmaking/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwygqm1lt0-JqszZ7Hgmiag

    Episode 8 - Christmas Watch Ideas!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2019 64:57


    Today's episode is about watch-related Christmas gifts! Our thoughts on what to buy at a range of prices and interests!Mentioned Gifts:Springbar tool/Straphttps://www.amazon.com/Bergeon-6767-S-Springbar-Tool/dp/B00P2FLXD6/https://www.bartonwatchbands.com/https://allwatchbands.com/Watch Tool Kithttps://www.amazon.com/Ziss-Repair-Carrying-Opener-Professional/dp/B07FY9MJ5J/Watch Casehttps://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07G4274MF/Coffee Table Watch Book/AD catalogueCasiohttps://www.amazon.com/Casio-G-shock-DW5600E-1V-Shock-Resistant/dp/B000GAYQKY/Orient Bambinohttps://www.amazon.com/Orient-Bambino-Japanese-Automatic-Stainless/dp/B07B4BD9HY/https://www.amazon.com/Orient-Bambino-Japanese-Automatic-Stainless/dp/B01MTS5BFN/Seiko Divershttps://www.amazon.com/Seiko-Divers-Automatic-Watch-SKX009K1/dp/B003JQLHY0/https://www.amazon.com/Seiko-SKX013K2-Automatic-Divers-Midsize/dp/B006QHVUQY/(Maybe try Long Island Watch?)Weishi Timegrapherhttps://www.amazon.com/YaeTek-Timing-Machine-Multifunction-Timegrapher/dp/B01IEIRMVO/Watch Trip??Join Luc and Jay every week as we discuss gears, springs, oils, watches, brands - all things watches and watchmaking!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crystalclearwatchmaking/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwygqm1lt0-JqszZ7Hgmiag

    Episode 7 - Homages and FAKE Watches!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2019 73:10


    Today's episode is about homages and fakes. Our thoughts on these trends in watch consumerism, and what's okay and not okay!Mentioned links:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=huH1-NpoG6EJoin Luc and Jay every week as we discuss gears, springs, oils, watches, brands - all things watches and watchmaking!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crystalclearwatchmaking/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwygqm1lt0-JqszZ7Hgmiag

    Episode 6 - Watch Care & Servicing!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2019 73:26


    Today's episode is about watch care. A list of tips on keeping your watch in good shape, and what happens when servicing is needed!Join Luc and Jay every week as we discuss gears, springs, oils, watches, brands - all things watches and watchmaking!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crystalclearwatchmaking/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwygqm1lt0-JqszZ7Hgmiag

    Episode 5 - Authorized Dealers vs Grey Markey vs eBay!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2019 96:27


    Today's episode is about buying watches. A deep dive on buying at ADs, grey market, eBay, and what are the upsides and pitfalls of one over the other?Join Luc and Jay every week as we discuss gears, springs, oils, watches, brands - all things watches and watchmaking!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crystalclearwatchmaking/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwygqm1lt0-JqszZ7Hgmiag

    Episode 4 - Quartz vs. Mechanical Watches!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2019 58:24


    Today's episode is about quartz vs mechanical watches. A deep dive on how they work, and why do we prefer one over the other?Promised links:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mechanical_watch#/media/File:Pocketwatch_cutaway_drawing.jpgJoin Luc and Jay every week as we discuss gears, springs, oils, watches, brands - all things watches and watchmaking!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crystalclearwatchmaking/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwygqm1lt0-JqszZ7Hgmiag

    Episode 3 - The Dumbest Watch Trends!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2019 64:01


    Today's episode revolves around trends. Which are the worst, and where do we disagree?Promised links:Our YouTube Humism Review:https://youtu.be/Gy75QKtk7osHumism product page:https://humism.com/collections/philosophies/products/daseinBonus YouTube Ad:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=09M1Tf3HeMwJay's New Watch:https://seikousa.com/products/snkp23The Replica:https://www.laco-watches.com/en/watches/pilot-watch-original/replika-55-erbstueck1The MB&F ladies watch:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q2-fv9BHdIQJoin Luc and Jay every week as we discuss gears, springs, oils, watches, brands - all things watches and watchmaking!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crystalclearwatchmaking/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwygqm1lt0-JqszZ7Hgmiag

    Episode 2 - Watch Materials: Common to Complex!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2019 78:55


    Today's episode revolves around materials. White gold? Platinum? Steel? What are the uses, upsides, downsides, and challenges of each material? Listen in to learn!Join Luc and Jay every week as we discuss gears, springs, oils, watches, brands - all things watches and watchmaking!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crystalclearwatchmaking/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwygqm1lt0-JqszZ7Hgmiag

    Episode 1 - Five Watches, Infinite Money!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2019 80:00


    Luc and Jay share what watches they would buy for a five watch collection, if they had infinite money!Promised links (SPOILERS!)Luc's List:1. Grand Seiko (SBGA211) "Seiko Snowflake"https://www.grand-seiko.com/us-en/collections/sbga211g2. Panerai Radiomir (1940 vintage case)https://www.panerai.com/us/en/about-panerai/history.html3. A Lange & Sohne - 1815 Tourbillonhttps://www.alange-soehne.com/en/timepieces/1815-tourbillon/730079-platinum-emaille-dial4. 1954 Navitimer (pre 806)http://www.vintage-breitling.com/?product=breitling-navitimer-1954-with-valjoux-72-movement5. Deep Space Tourbillon (Vianney Halter)https://www.vianney-halter.com/watches/deep-space-tourbillon/BONUS VIDEO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UcZ-rqdoF04Jay's List:1. Rolex GMT Master IIhttps://www.rolex.com/watches/gmt-master-ii/m126710blro-0001.html2. Patek Philippe Nautilushttps://www.patek.com/en/collection/nautilus/5711-1A-0103. Bulgari Octo Finissimohttps://www.bulgari.com/en-us/103068.html4. Tudor Black Bay 58https://www.tudorwatch.com/watches/black-bay-fifty-eight/m79030n-00015. Apple Watch 5https://www.apple.com/apple-watch-series-5/Join Luc and Jay every week as we discuss gears, springs, oils, watches, brands - all things watches and watchmaking!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crystalclearwatchmaking/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwygqm1lt0-JqszZ7Hgmiag

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