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Chad fills in when Josh is feared to have been picked up by I.C.E. Andrew DeKeyser from Beacham's Clock Shop comes bearing gifts and Pacific Northwest wisdom.
Ian pays a visit to get roasted in person, for a change. He brings his wishlist and rivals Aaron for the title of Horology Rain Man. Can Aaron join in to the Chuck Norris fact frenzy?
The guys have a long-awaited unboxing from the far away kingdom. Aaron makes his Whatnot debut and manages to win and fail at the same time. Things get existential and philosophical.
Jace Adams stops by to share his Horology origin story and update the team on his flame-fighting trajectory. Does he miss the watchmaker days and can Aaron forgive the desertion?
Has Aaron discovered the largest clock in the world? And does it matter, since he'll never be able to go there. The discussion tuns to another discovery of horological proportions as Ken is turned on to a brand that's landed on his radar.
Indifferent to the Oscars the same week, the guys talk actors and winners of the screen. Aaron gets a new watch on his bench that rivals his natural magnetism. Could this paranormal experience be the reason for his new interest in Hamilton watches?
Part Two of the visit with Nick Dall of The WHY CARS Podcast is a high octane race filled with stripper names, car fantasies and troll stand offs.
It's Salty times with Nick Dall of the Why Cars Podcast and he's here to talk watches. The guys shift in to motor mode and try to get the checkered flag of both worlds. Can Aaron tell the difference between JDM and BDSM?
The guys spill the tea on the Temple Square porta potties and Aaron spills his beer. Can everyone come to an agreement on the best watch for $2k?
The salt level has increased in to the new year. The guys scramble to put together a new episode in shock at the demand for a second season. What will 2025 bring to the fickle world of Horolgy?
Aaron turns 40. The Wasatch name is a 7th grade locker room joke and so is the guys' dream of chronometer cruises.
After the election the team reconvenes to analyze what is happening with the country that gave the world Abercrombie & Fitch, Clown Motels and girl trip horror movies.
The guys sit down with climber Tanner Wanish who recently smashed a Yosemite Triple Crown speed record with his buddy, Michael Vaill. He discusses his tools for adventure, military timekeeping and some all out scary situations from his special ops days.
Aaron makes a potentially nefarious purchase and his eyes are opened to the realities of Capitalism and the world of manufacturing. Jared joins the guys to examine the newly acquired wares. Will there be any moral dilemmas or life lessons?
Joe P, the real O.G., stops in with his latest philosophies. He shares thoughts on growing up Utahn, the boba scene and his horological tastes. Can he come correct like a porn star?
Josh is strong-armed in to a new game for guests. Ken is on the quest for the ideal tool watch and desires for Aaron to chime in. Josh stands by his Revue Thommen.
An in depth conversation with a guest that unlocks new fears (and not the British kind). Padjen talks of her relationship with the ocean and the sport that literally gets her more in touch with her self. Aaron commits to water wings, but we're not holding our breath. https://www.deepdominica.com
Aaron is on a new path to positivity: Saying at least 3 nice things about things he normally auto-hates. Is a former president's new watch as tastefully gold as his NY apartment? While on the subject of NY exaggerations and tall tales of wealth, John Mulaney's watch story is examined.
The team peels back some more layers to reveal Aaron's amusement park days. The guys talk about music, watch flips, and a lot about France for no reason. Can Ken get Aaron to say nice things about watch brands he hates?
Ken and Aaron have another Vegas escapade while Josh fights with the insect universe. The Real Housewives of Salty Horologist get pieces of their own. Everyone fears a Vegas trip where Josh joins. Can Nevada survive the shenanigans? eugene@saltyhorologist.com
Part two of the deep dive into Nathan's mind (and collection) ...oh, and Aaron's never seen Inner Space.
The guys have a visitor with a case full of grails. Nathan shares his memories and philosophies. Aaron tries to decipher the equation to true watch collection success. Can he crack the code?
The guys talk Glock and the least likely fan comes to the brand's defense. They talk HipHop, fashion and the smoking guns of the Olympics. Can the salty team achieve their dreams of gaining British besties and reunion tour bagsies?
Christopher Ward comes to Utah and the guys sit down with Mike Pearson, Brand Director. He shares stories of the past, present and future of the brand. The event is hosted at Forty Three Bakery in Salt Lake City and Andrew, also joins for tea (mostly spilled) and his hottest takes and bakes.
Josh and Ken hit the studio without Aaron and they are free to talk about all things pop culture. They marvel at Olympic goings-on, European Seikos and Josh's rain forest adventures. Aaron gets quizzed on things normal people should know. Will he surprise them?
Ken grows in to his Seagrams Datejust and Aaron uncovers more nuances into his evolving views. Josh talks Trash Cars and trash politics before the conversation goes full circle to land on Aaron's feelings again.
Greg stops by again and talks about exciting events coming up. Aaron shares unfortunate news and even more unfortunate views on the world. Josh comes bearing gifts from the East and Ken approves.
Gavin joins the guys and talks cars and chronos. They reminisce about Build-a-watch and HSU meetups. Gavin brings a sweet surprise to pair with watch talk.
Harry stops by to talk about his new Swiss gift. Patek breaks the silence about Sylvester's watch. Aaron and Ken get a call from a watchmaker estate... do they find treasure?
Harry stops by to talk about his new Swiss gift. Patek breaks the silence about Sylvester's watch. Aaron and Ken get a call from a watchmaker estate... do they find treasure?
Aaron and Josh give a recap of Vegas shenanigans and the debate over the Casio Pathfinder comes to a close. Josh takes a trip down after school TV memory lane and regrets leaving Vegas early.
Chad Carter stops by and talks about how he turned a life of crime, to a destiny devoted to service and Horology. While Aaron gets extra nerdy, Chad attempts dirty.
Ken dreams of a Tudor Tour of Italy. The guys talk Tyson, Toyota and trolling wrist rolls. They put out the call: What bothers us about the watch world?
Josh shares a story about his Grey Side of the Moon and Aaron shares the dark side of his incendiary past. Ken inherits a box of watches from his dad and sparks a debate about a Casio.
Bruce Williams stops in to talk content and the long awaited Christopher Ward collaboration with The Horological Society of Utah. The guys talk about the watch's details and nods to the Beehive State on the new design. Can Ken be swayed to order one of the limited edition bespoke pieces?
Ken joins the church of Louis Vuitton and Aaron decides to be wrong about a number of subjects. The guys use the John lifeline to settle a debate then discuss the perplexing presence of Rolex watches on Cuban revolutionaries.
Ken joins the church of Louis Vuitton and Aaron decides to be wrong about a number of subjects. The guys use the John lifeline to settle a debate then discuss the perplexing presence of Rolex watches on Cuban revolutionaries.
Tom, the resident pilot friend, pays a visit to talk aviation. He reviews pilot watches and talks about his tools of the trade. He shares moments from his fighter pilot days and his career working for a commercial airline. The guys quickly learn he has no dog in the pilot watch fight.
A recap of the event at the Masonic Temple and an impromptu trip to Vegas lead to Nicholas Cage rabbit holes. A mystery fan leaves the best review and is worthy of the Omega prize. Can the guys find the right witness protection location to send it to?
The guys sit down with Steve Gray, founder of Graywhale Entertainment. Aaron takes the show and tell stage to share some historic Utah items. Steve talks about stepping away from the most prominent independent music store in the Salt Lake Valley. He shares his new passions and outlook on the watch and music industries and brings rare timepieces from his new venture: The Regal Watch Exchange in St. George, Utah.
A question from the audience sparks debate about the best watches under $500. Aaron returns from staring at the sky in Texas and eclipses Josh's top watch picks with toxic pragmatism. To Swiss, or not to Swiss... that is the question.
Chris Howard of Fankhauser Fine Watch Repair brings the booze and the banter. He and Aaron share philosophies and business practices while Josh and Ken share pickled gherkins. Chris wears a show-stopper piece of Hollywood Cinema History.
The guys discuss the durability of family heirlooms and choosing pieces for posterity. The real life case of the My Cousin Vinnie watch is reopened. Can Aaron sway the audience with his opinion of the Moon Swatch?
Ken opens up about his dreams of Utah that inspired his pilgrimage. His courage is rewarded with serendipitous encounters and lasting friendships. The guys bond over presents, polls and pork wieners.
The long awaited reunion occurs with the most Precision Timing. Roberto arrives bearing gifts, stories and data from his lifetime of Horology. Aaron comes clean about his past with Invicta and Josh is sanctified through memories of retail. Roberto talks modern day Löwen and defends his ancestry, remaining ambiguously "European." Ken eats marzipan.
Ken dreams of France white speedies and eBay. Aaron tells us how he really feels. Josh recounts how a misspent youth becomes his destiny. The guys talk of travel and zero plans are made. Everything comes to a halt when a visitor arrives.
Aaron talks about his feelings and the whole night goes sentimental. Josh shares some pieces of his childhood and Ken gives a piece to a French lady. Can the Salty Horologist maintain the balance between bitter and sweet?
Bruno, of O.C. Tanner, stops by to talk Rolex and Registry of Interest. He shares his horology journey and reveals his real age. The guys each come to terms with their relationships with the Wilsdorf Empire. Aaron drinks the Kool-Aid and new vows for Frankensteining are conjured.
The Wallstreet Journal makes a bold claim about the watch world and the topic is discussed while consuming a whole pack of Bavarian Meats. A new Markwell video is born and a Rolex Submariner is reborn. The guys talk airlines and mustaches and they take a crack at solving some of America's most notorious mysteries.
John Liley stops by to share his watch journey and talk Utah, Masonic symbols and being the Secretary of the Horological Society. He also shares some of his favorite pieces and how they have influenced the creation of Markwell Watch Co. Aaron doubles down on his disdain for "mods" and is outnumbered.
The guys are joined by Greg White, who is the Treasurer for the Horological Society of Utah. He shares his watch journey through some of his most prized pieces. The conversation takes a turn toward 1989 when the topics are both Swatch and Taylor Swift.