The WatchWithUs Podcast

Beards vs Virus Brad and Ricardo decide to make Episode 10 special by going live on Instagram. Tune in to see what they discussed. Brad can be found on the web: The Budding Watch Enthusiast on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCc5r... and on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/buddingwatc... Ricardo can be found on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/watchwithus... and https://www.instagram.com/readysetwatch/ Together, they can be found on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/BeardedTime/

The Return of the Beards! On this episode, Brad and Ricardo discuss the continuing relationship between the Bond Franchise and SWATCH. (And no, we are not talking about Omega). Then, Ricardo brings up the topic of F.O.R.P (Fear OF Regretting Purchase). What happens when a watch collector becomes timid about collecting more watches??? And finally, Brad and Ricardo bring up the CoronaVirus and how it is affecting the watch industry. This then becomes a discussion on effective marketing by watch brands in this current climate. Watch the full episode and let us know what you think. (Update: As of the publishing of this podcast, there have been more than 3800 deaths due to the Coronavirus. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of those directly affected by COVID-19) Brad can be found on the web: The Budding Watch Enthusiast on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCc5r... and on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/buddingwatchenthusiast Ricardo can be found on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/watchwithuschannel and https://www.instagram.com/readysetwatch/ Together, they can be found on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/BeardedTime/

The Beards are multiplying. On this episode, Brad and Ricardo are joined by Robert, more commonly known in the watch community as Spanish Rob. The trio decide to dive into the Horology House of Horrors and the negative effects it will have on used watch sales, as trust is one of the largest commodities AD's trade on. Speaking on used, Brad, Ricardo and Spanish discuss buying used vs. new in today's current watch market. Is that initial drop in value worth being the first owner? And finally, the Beards discuss the hate it seems Miyota movements get from potential buyers. Do Miyota movements deserve all the flack? So sit back and enjoy this episode and let us know what you think in the comments. Our guest, Spanish Rob can be found on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spanishrob/ Brad can be found: The Budding Watch Enthusiast on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCc5rbzkAy6wqqMFZFaQmHxA and on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/buddingwatchenthusiast/ Ricardo can be found on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/watchwithuschannel/ and https://www.instagram.com/readysetwatch/ Together, they can be found on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/BeardedTime/

The Beards are Back. On this episode, Brad and Ricardo discuss watch design vs versatility in the microbrand universe. As a consumer, which matters most to you? From there, Brad challenges Ricardo to pick a watch in his collection that could be his one watch. Challenge kinda, sorta, maybe accepted. And finally, Ricardo dives into watch pricing and why it seems the brands really don't care. Enjoy the video and flood the comment section below.   Brad can be found on the web: The Budding Watch Enthusiast on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCc5rbzkAy6wqqMFZFaQmHxA and on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/buddingwatchenthusiast/   Ricardo can be found on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/watchwithuschannel/ and https://www.instagram.com/readysetwatch/   Together, they can be found on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/BeardedTime/

New year, same beards. On the first episode of the year, Brad surprises Ricardo with a new purchase during their Wrist Watch Check. From there, they take a look back at 2019 and some of their favorite purchases. Cash didn't necessarily rule everything around them last year. And finally, The Beards make a wish list of some watches they would like to see in 2020. Enjoy the video and flood the comment section below.   Brad can be found on the web: The Budding Watch Enthusiast on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCc5rbzkAy6wqqMFZFaQmHxA and on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/buddingwatchenthusiast/ Ricardo can be found on: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/watchwithuschannel/ and https://www.instagram.com/readysetwatch/ Together, they can be found on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/BeardedTime/

This week, Ricardo and Brad talk about the relationship between Hodinkee and Leica. At what point should a reader know a financial partnership is being contemplated? For watches of the week, 12/10 to 12/17, Laco brings forth a great limited edition that Ricardo can't stop talking about and Brad starts lusting after a watch that hasn't been released yet. And finally, The Beards share what they consider to be the top five tips for a watch photography beginner. Enjoy the podcast and flood the comment section below. Brad can be found on the web: The Budding Watch Enthusiast on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCc5rbzkAy6wqqMFZFaQmHxA and on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/buddingwatchenthusiast/   Ricardo can be found on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/watchwithuschannel/ and https://www.instagram.com/readysetwatch/   Together, they can be found on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/BeardedTime/

This week, Ricardo and Brad follow up last weeks controversial statement on expensive leather straps. Are they really worth it or can you find value under $70? For watches of the week, 11/26 to 12/3, we get another Oris and Brad stuns us all with a dress watch. And finally, The Beards answer your questions from Instagram with Ricardo giving us a last minute GMT unboxing. Ohhh, the Spoils of Black Friday. Enjoy! Brad can be found on the web: The Budding Watch Enthusiast on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCc5rbzkAy6wqqMFZFaQmHxA and on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/buddingwatchenthusiast/ Ricardo can be found on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/watchwithuschannel/ and https://www.instagram.com/readysetwatch/ Together, they can be found on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/BeardedTime/

This week, Ricardo and Brad talk about Black Friday Fear of Missing Out and how it can lead to watch purchases you immediately regret. They then list their Watches of the Week; a new segment of the show where they each highlight a watch recently released that there can't stop thinking about. Finally, Ricardo makes a statement that may make him some enemies in the leather watch strap guild. Enjoy! Brad can be found on the web: The Budding Watch Enthusiast on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCc5rbzkAy6wqqMFZFaQmHxA and on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/buddingwatchenthusiast/ Ricardo can be found on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/watchwithuschannel/ and https://www.instagram.com/readysetwatch/ Together, they can be found on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/BeardedTime/

In MAJOR Luxury Industry News, Luxury juggernaut LVMH buys one of the largest (if not the largest) jewelry and watch retailers in the world, Tiffany & Co.! WWU Partners, Ricardo and Spanish Rob jump on a video call to discuss the acquisition... Why would LVMH buy Tiffany? What's to come from the merger! What does this mean for the relationship between Tiffany & Co. and Patek Philippe and what happens to the values of those rare Tiffany stamped Patek's? Watch the video and check out Rob's expert predictions! Ricardo can be found on the web.... https://www.instagram.com/readysetwatch https://www.instagram.com/watchwithuschannel https://www.instagram.com/beardedtime Rob can be found on the web... https://www.instagram.com/spanishrob https://www.facebook.com/SRHorology/

This week, Ricardo and Brad discuss Seiko's decision to drop out of Baselworld 2020 and why it wasn't so surprising. That conversation leads them to the monumental task of defining value in watch collecting. Nice challenge for only their second episode. Finally, they talk about the $31,000,000 Patek and how they feel about it taking the spot the much adored Paul Newman Daytona once held. Enjoy! Brad can be found on the web: The Budding Watch Enthusiast on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCc5rbzkAy6wqqMFZFaQmHxA and on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/buddingwatchenthusiast/ Ricardo can be found on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/watchwithuschannel/ and https://www.instagram.com/readysetwatch/ Together, they can be found on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/BeardedTime/

In this episode of DHC, we meet Microbrand University alumnus Zack Rackovan as he's about to launch the first model for his new brand, Ardor & Forge, to discuss some of the challenges he's had in pre-launch, dealing with production challenges, and inventing ways to differentiate. **Be sure to check out the A&F Rothrock video at the end!** Pre-orders for the Rothrock begin 19 November at https://ardorandforge.com/. Sign up for the email newsletter on the website to find out the exact time sales start. Follow Ardor & Forge on social media: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ardorandforge/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7h1Z0vDnLpwSblzSV00PHg/featured?view_as=public Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ardorandforge/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/ardorandforge/ Chris Vail is the founder of Janis Trading Company, established in 2012, makers of Lew & Huey and NTH Watches. Chris caused trouble as a medic (“Doc”) in the US Army from 1994 to 2000, then caused trouble in the financial services and software industries for the next 12 years. Now he causes trouble in the watch industry. NTH Website - https://nthwatches.com/. NTH FB Page - https://www.facebook.com/janistrading NTH FB Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/Janis... NTH on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/NTHWatches/ NTH on YouTube - youtube.com/c/NTHWatches

John and Ricardo from WatchWithUs visit the Worn & Wound Wind Up Watch Fair 2019! (Part 2) In a continuation of our visit to the Worn & Wound Wind Up 2019 John & Ricardo interview 4 more of the exhibiting brands and get close up with the new watches being released at the show! The brands interviewed in this episode are... Zelos Watches Website: https://www.zeloswatches.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zeloswatches Brew Watches Website: https://www.brew-watches.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brewwatches Lorier Watches Website: https://www.lorierwatches.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lorierwatches Vortic Watches Website: https://www.vorticwatches.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vorticwatches Happy Veteran's Day to all that have served! A very special release by Vortic Watches called the Military Edition is Released Today (Veteran's Day 2019). They can be seen here... https://vorticwatches.com/pages/military-edition-info A portion of all proceeds will go to the Veteran's Watchmaker Initiative, an outstanding organization that at no cost to the students, trains veteran's in the profession of watchmaking. Please visit them and consider donating to their great cause! http://veteranswatchmakerinitiative.org/

Ricardo and Brad Rebranded their weekly chats to an aptly named "Bearded Time" With news from watch brands coming in fast and hot, there is never a lack of discussion topics. This week, Ricardo and Brad discuss their favorite watches from the Worn & Wound Wind Up Fair in NYC. These watches include: Farer Watches - https://usd.farer.com/ Christopher Ward - https://www.christopherward.com/ Lorier - https://www.lorierwatches.com/ Oris - https://www.oris.ch/ and Brew Watches - https://www.brew-watches.com/ They also discuss the new Seiko Alpinist and whether or not they think its a star or a dud. Brad can be found on the web: The Budding Watch Enthusiast on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCc5rbzkAy6wqqMFZFaQmHxA and on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/buddingwatchenthusiast/ Ricardo can be found on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/watchwithuschannel/ and https://www.instagram.com/readysetwatch/

On this episode of DHC, we hear about the WatchIt! Watch Fair (9 November 2019) from its organizer, blogger Josh Flagg of Watch It All about, and try to figure out what makes English people so much different than Americans... Find the best in UK watch reviews and info about this Saturday's WatchIt fair at Josh's blog - https://www.watchitallabout.com/ Chris Vail is the founder of Janis Trading Company, established in 2012, makers of Lew & Huey and NTH Watches. Chris caused trouble as a medic (“Doc”) in the US Army from 1994 to 2000, then caused trouble in the financial services and software industries for the next 12 years. Now he causes trouble in the watch industry. NTH Website - https://nthwatches.com/. NTH FB Page - https://www.facebook.com/janistrading NTH FB Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/Janis... NTH on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/NTHWatches/ NTH on YouTube - youtube.com/c/NTHWatches

John and Ricardo from WatchWithUs visit the Worn & Wound Wind Up Watch Fair 2019! (Part 1) The Worn & Wound Wind Up is one of the best watch shows in the world (in our opinion). With dozens of great brands and fantastic people, it is a unique opportunity to get hands on with great watches and speak directly with the brand owners. John & Ricardo interview some of the exhibiting brands and find out about the new watches being displayed at the show. The brands interviewed in this episode are... SoLabs Website: https://www.SoLabs.co Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/solabs.co Astor & Banks Website: https://www.astorandbanks.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/astorandbanks Farer Website: https://usd.farer.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/FarerUniversal/ Zodiac Watches Website: https://www.zodiacwatches.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zodiacwatches/ Christopher Ward Website: https://www.christopherward.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chriswardlondon/

In this shorter episode, Doc gives us an update on what he's been doing since the last episode of DHC. There are some big announcements about Microbrand University. Doc then gets into some of what's been happening in the watch industry lately, and some of the changes we can expect in 2020.

Brad and Ricardo discuss the Grand Seiko Godzilla, Grand Seiko Four Seasons, the 007 SMP, and the Nodus Duality Brad vanVugt created The Budding Watch Enthusiast to chronicle his collecting journey from its outset and as a resource for new watch collectors. Follow his work: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/thebuddingwatchenthusiast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/@buddingwatchenthusiast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/buddingwatchenthusiast Ricardo can be found on the web... https://www.instagram.com/readysetwatch And of course, running the WWU instagram https://www.instagram.com/watchwithuschannel

In Episode 2 of Ask Us Anything, John and Anthony answer viewers questions such as "What do we think about the holding back of production and skyrocketing values of Stainless Steel Rolex Sport Models, Steel Patek's, and Steel Royal Oaks and ROO's?", "Do we prefer Bracelets or Straps on our watches?", "What are our thoughts on the recent increase of Two-Tone watches coming to the market"... as well as other questions. Please feel free to ask any questions to John, Anthony or any of the other contributors on Watch With Us by commenting below, asking us on Facebook or Instagram, or you can email your questions to info@wwumedia.com. You can find Anthony in the Social-Sphere... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watchwithme YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCddL7yT7Js1Si5Q04rd-0zA John can be found on the web... Website - https://www.watchgauge.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/watchgauge YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/watchgauge Facebook.com - https://www.facebook.com/watchgauge

Brad and Ricardo discuss the Grand Seiko Godzilla, Grand Seiko Four Seasons, the 007 SMP, and the Nodus Duality Brad vanVugt created The Budding Watch Enthusiast to chronicle his collecting journey from its outset and as a resource for new watch collectors. Follow his work: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/thebuddingwatchenthusiast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/@buddingwatchenthusiast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/buddingwatchenthusiast Ricardo can be found on the web... https://www.instagram.com/readysetwatch And of course, running the WWU instagram https://www.instagram.com/watchwithuschannel

In this episode, Chris talks to up-and-coming designer and brand-owner, Sergio DiRenzo, of DiRenzo Watches, to discuss his eclectic influences, unique style, and future plans. Find DiRenzo on the Web: Website - https://www.direnzowatches.com/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Direnzo.Watches Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/direnzo_watches/ Chris Vail is the founder of Janis Trading Company, established in 2012, makers of Lew & Huey and NTH Watches. Chris caused trouble as a medic (“Doc”) in the US Army from 1994 to 2000, then caused trouble in the financial services and software industries for the next 12 years. Now he causes trouble in the watch industry. Website - https://nthwatches.com/ FB Page - https://www.facebook.com/nthwatches/ FB Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/Janis... Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/NTHWatches/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/NTHWatches Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/nthwatches/

Just this week, Tudor introduced a New Limited Edition Black Bay Chrono Dark Limited Edition for the World Champion, New Zealand National Rugby Team, the All Blacks! In this episode of the WatchWithUs Podcast, Anthony and John discuss the goods and the bads of this watch. We discuss design, price, the movement, the choice of metal treatment, and more! Specs of the new Tudor Black Bay Chrono Dark, All Blacks Limited Edition • Case: 41mm x 14.9mm, Black PVD-treated stainless steel • Movement: Manufacture Calibre MT5813 (COSC) o Based on the Breitling 01 o Self-winding o 70 hour power reserve • Water Resistance: 200M • Crystal: Domed Sapphire • MSRP: $5,925 Thank you to Windsor Jewelers in North Carolina for the live photos and video of the Black Bay Chrono Dark! Windsor Jewelers can be found on the web: Website: https://www.windsor-jewelers.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/windsorjewelersnc/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/windsorjewelersnc DON'T FORGET ABOUT OUR GIVEAWAY!!! Watch our giveaway video… https://youtu.be/tVhuxCSrvCs You can find Anthony in the Social-Sphere... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watchwithme YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCddL7yT7Js1Si5Q04rd-0zA John can be found on the web... Website - https://www.watchgauge.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/watchgauge YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/watchgauge Facebook.com - https://www.facebook.com/watchgauge

Rob sits down with Armin Strom CEO & Technical Director, Claude Greisler. Claude discusses the history of Armin Strom and explains in detail, their amazing, Minute Repeater Resonance! It is the first Minute Repeating Resonance ever! Limited to only 10 pieces to celebrate the 10 year anniversary of the brand, and a price tag of 380'000 CHF (approximately $390,000) Armin Strom can be found on the web... Website - https://www.arminstrom.com/en/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ARMINSTROM Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/arminstrom/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/arminstrom Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/user/arminstrom Rob can be found.... Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/spanishrob/

There are tons of great Instagram accounts featuring watches! Some of our favorites are what we call Mock Accounts which make fun of various things within the world of watches! John and Anthony sit down and discuss their favorite Mock Watch Accounts. https://www.instagram.com/fakewatchbusta/ https://www.instagram.com/rolex_enforcer/ https://www.instagram.com/watch_amish/ https://www.instagram.com/dogpoopywatch/ https://www.instagram.com/shameonwrist/ https://www.instagram.com/hodonkee/   You can find Anthony in the Social-Sphere... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watchwithme YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCddL7yT7Js1Si5Q04rd-0zA John can be found on the web... Website - https://www.watchgauge.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/watchgauge YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/watchgauge Facebook.com - https://www.facebook.com/watchgauge

n this episode, we welcome Chris's favorite designer and good friend, Chip Yuen of Aevig Watches in the Netherlands, to find out how he survived lots of production problems early on, having multiple designs stolen, and traveling around Hong Kong with Chris.   Find Aevig on the Web…   Website - https://aevig.com/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/aevigwatches/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/aevig/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/aevig Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/aevig_watches/   Chris Vail is the founder of Janis Trading Company, established in 2012, makers of Lew & Huey and NTH Watches. Chris caused trouble as a medic (“Doc”) in the US Army from 1994 to 2000, then caused trouble in the financial services and software industries for the next 12 years. Now he causes trouble in the watch industry.   Website - https://nthwatches.com/. FB Page - https://www.facebook.com/janistrading FB Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/Janis... Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/NTHWatches/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/NTHWatches Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/nthwatches/

In the first episode of our Brand New Series, WWU Ask Us Anything, John and Anthony field a handful of questions that we've gotten from YT Subscribers and IG followers. They discuss their "Grail" watches, career highlights, favorite watches in their collections, and so much more! If you enjoyed this episode and would like to see the series going, send your questions to any one of the WWU Contributors (Doc Vail, GCR, Brad the Budding Watch Enthusiast, Ricardo, Spanish Rob, Ariel Javier, John or Anthony). We will answer your questions at random! Send your questions to info@wwumedia.com, leave your question in the comments below, or send your question via DM on Instagram. As promised in this episode.... Navigating the Grey Market - https://quillandpad.com/2017/01/30/navigating-grey-market-retail-expert-explains-whys-wherefores/ You can find Anthony in the Social-Sphere... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watchwithme YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCddL7yT7Js1Si5Q04rd-0zA John can be found on the web... Website - https://www.watchgauge.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/watchgauge YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/watchgauge Facebook.com - https://www.facebook.com/watchgauge

In this episode, we'll talk to Jose Mendes Miranda of Isotope Watches in the UK, to discuss the challenges of bringing a dream to reality with almost-haute-horology, finding inspiration in the family kitchen, and how to launch a brand without Kickstarter or blog reviews.   Find Isotope on the web… Website - https://isotopewatches.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/isotope.watches/ FB - https://www.facebook.com/IsotopeWatches/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ9Jirf6u_oFRQEgyxBKOaw

In another fun and in-depth episode, Doc sits down with Jimmy Collins, Founder of the Collins Watch Company. Find Collins on the web... Website - https://collinswatch.com/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/collinswatches/ FB - https://www.facebook.com/collinsbrandinc/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/CollinsBrandInc YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdeO7Wd8zhvA_A0yB_UMqew Chris Vail is the founder of Janis Trading Company, established in 2012, makers of Lew & Huey and NTH Watches. Chris caused trouble as a medic (“Doc”) in the US Army from 1994 to 2000, then caused trouble in the financial services and software industries for the next 12 years. Now he causes trouble in the watch industry. Website - https://nthwatches.com/. FB Page - https://www.facebook.com/janistrading FB Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/Janis... Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/NTHWatches/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/NTHWatches

Today we talk to “internet famous” blogger Loren Sciurba, huge in Japan, and mastermind behind “The Time Bum”, to understand the stupid-simplicity of being a blogger, the stupid-simplicity of becoming a hit on Kickstarter, and how quickly he'd sell out, if only someone was buying. Loren is co-founder/co-organizer of District Time, happening again this coming October 12th & 13th, to coincide with our next Microbrand University Workshop on October 10th & 11th. Anyone interested in attending District Time, the MBU Workshop, or both can take advantage of our group rate. Be sure to book your hotel accommodations well in advance Find The Time Bum on the web... Website - https://www.thetimebum.com IG - https://www.instagram.com/thetimebum/ FB - https://www.facebook.com/thetimebum/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/thetimebum Chris Vail is the founder of Janis Trading Company, established in 2012, makers of Lew & Huey and NTH Watches. Chris caused trouble as a medic (“Doc”) in the US Army from 1994 to 2000, then caused trouble in the financial services and software industries for the next 12 years. Now he causes trouble in the watch industry. Website - https://nthwatches.com/. FB Page - https://www.facebook.com/janistrading FB Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/Janis... Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/NTHWatches/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/NTHWatches

In this episode, we catch up with former (and maybe future?) microbrand owner Tony Villa, of now-defunct Deaumar, to find out what he's up to lately, how he views the industry and Deaumar 2 years later, where his accent comes from, and whether Blackpool is England's Vegas or England's Reno (it sounds like Reno). These days you can find Tony selling vintage audio tapes online at https://www.cassettecomeback.com/, and if you're into that sort of thing, you can watch his YT videos about the best in audio recording tapes here - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5yaZs2wSx-uqnXBkWmyqBQ. Chris Vail is the founder of Janis Trading Company, established in 2012, makers of Lew & Huey and NTH Watches. Chris caused trouble as a medic (“Doc”) in the US Army from 1994 to 2000, then caused trouble in the financial services and software industries for the next 12 years. Now he causes trouble in the watch industry. Website - https://nthwatches.com/. FB Page - https://www.facebook.com/janistrading FB Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/Janis... Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/NTHWatches/ YouTube - youtube.com/c/NTHWatches

In this episode, we'll talk to Ross Davis of Hamtun Watch Co in the UK, to discuss his blockbuster Kickstarter project, the joys of working from a dining room table, and the challenges of dealing with online feedback. Find Hamtun on the web... Website - https://hamtun.co/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/hamtunwatches/ FB - https://www.facebook.com/HamtunWatches/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/hamtun Chris Vail is the founder of Janis Trading Company, established in 2012, makers of Lew & Huey and NTH Watches. Chris caused trouble as a medic (“Doc”) in the US Army from 1994 to 2000, then caused trouble in the financial services and software industries for the next 12 years. Now he causes trouble in the watch industry. Website - https://nthwatches.com/. FB Page - https://www.facebook.com/janistrading FB Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/Janis... Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/NTHWatches/ YouTube - youtube.com/c/NTHWatches

In this episode, we'll talk to Ross Davis of Hamtun Watch Co in the UK, to discuss his blockbuster Kickstarter project, the joys of working from a dining room table, and the challenges of dealing with online feedback. Find Hamtun on the web... Website - https://hamtun.co/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/hamtunwatches/ FB - https://www.facebook.com/HamtunWatches/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/hamtun Chris Vail is the founder of Janis Trading Company, established in 2012, makers of Lew & Huey and NTH Watches. Chris caused trouble as a medic (“Doc”) in the US Army from 1994 to 2000, then caused trouble in the financial services and software industries for the next 12 years. Now he causes trouble in the watch industry. Website - https://nthwatches.com/. FB Page - https://www.facebook.com/janistrading FB Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/Janis... Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/NTHWatches/ YouTube - youtube.com/c/NTHWatches

Recorded August 2018, so “next year” would be *this* year, 2019. In this episode we're talking to Cullen Chen and Wesley Kwok from Nodus Watches of California, USA (https://www.noduswatches.com/). We'll hear how their collaboration has its roots in music, what design cues makes a watch a “Nodus”, and some of the challenges microrbrands face in bringing their concepts to life. The audio on Chris's side is a little muffled. We're still dialing in the sound quality for future calls. Please bear with us as you watch with us. Chris Vail is the founder of Janis Trading Company, established in 2012, makers of Lew & Huey and NTH Watches. Chris caused trouble as a medic (“Doc”) in the US Army from 1994 to 2000, then caused trouble in the financial services and software industries for the next 12 years. Now he causes trouble in the watch industry. "Nodus is a boutique watch company based in Los Angeles. As a hub for innovation, creativity, and local production, Los Angeles serves as both our home and our inspiration. Much like the independent fashion labels that come from our hometown, our goal is to create an extraordinary product that stands on its own merits. Nodus watches are designed and assembled in Los Angeles." You can find Nodus on the web... Website - https://www.noduswatches.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/noduswatches/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/noduswatches/ Email - info@noduswatches.com You can find NTH on the web... Website - https://nthwatches.com/. FB Page - https://www.facebook.com/janistrading FB Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/Janis... Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/NTHWatches/ YouTube - youtube.com/c/NTHWatches

*Recorded August 2018, so “next year” would be *this* year, 2019. In this first episode, Chris talks to Phil Rodenbeck of Visitor Watch Co of “Indie-ana”, USA, to get his take on using a wait list rather than pre-orders, his unique designs, and the disaster that could have wrecked his business in its infancy. You can find Visitor Watch Co. on the web... Website: https://www.visitorwatchco.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/visitorwatchco/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2kZ6FtAEr-FYWI_IFkFOlw Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VisitorWatchCo/?ref=hl Twitter: https://twitter.com/VisitorWatchCo Sorry for the difference in recording volume between Phil and Chris. We're dialing in the volume balance for future calls. Please bear with us as you watch with us. Chris Vail is the founder of Janis Trading Company, established in 2012, makers of Lew & Huey and NTH Watches. Chris caused trouble as a medic (“Doc”) in the US Army from 1994 to 2000, then caused trouble in the financial services and software industries for the next 12 years. Now he causes trouble in the watch industry. Website - https://nthwatches.com/. FB Page - https://www.facebook.com/janistrading FB Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/JanisTradingCoFans/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/NTHWatches/ YouTube - youtube.com/c/NTHWatches

John sits down with Television Watch-Sales Platform pioneer and founder of TalkAboutWatches.com, Tim Temple. For many years, most of us have been scrolling through the television channels, and if you're a watch enthusiast, always stop and get fixated when you saw Tim Temple on Shop NBC or a host of other networks, waxing poetic about the watches they were selling! Well, Tim has a new adventure in the watch industry as the founder of TalkAboutWatches.com. A platform that mixes his experience in video watch sales, knowledge of timepieces, and passion for watches. Get to know Tim, his journey through the industry, and where he's planning on going. Enjoy! TalkAboutWatches can be found on the web... Website: https://talkaboutwatches.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewatchshowyouvealwayswanted/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkaboutwatches/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCugSKslYddLGi1XbyIzUJEA John can be found on the web: Website: https://watchgauge.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/watchgauge Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watchgauge Facebook: https://www.Facebook.com/watchgauge

John and Anthony sit down to discuss and share thoughts on some current happenings in the watch industry such as the New Hodinkee Oris Limited Edition, and TGV joining forces with WatchBox Studios. Enjoy! You can find Anthony in the Social-Sphere... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watchwithme YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCddL7yT7Js1Si5Q04rd-0zA John can be found on the web... Website - https://www.watchgauge.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/watchgauge YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/watchgauge Facebook.com - https://www.facebook.com/watchgauge

Ricardo and John finally get to sit down and recap their amazing trip to Baselworld 2019. In this episode, they discuss Ricardo's first impression as a first-time visitor to Baselworld and John's comparison of years past. What watch they would buy within their reach as well as their "if money were no object" purchase they would make. They also discuss which booth was their favorite to visit and what their choice for "coolest Complication" of the show. Sit back, relax, and WatchWithUs!

In Episode 6, we chat with Ariel Javier, Founder of the WatchWabi Facebook Group A Police officer from Texas, who fled communist Cuba at the age of 2, Ariel tells the story of how he became passionate about watches. Like many viewers, he saw his dad's hard work and determination to acquire a Rolex GMT which is a great story that sparked his passion. Then on to the Rolex Sub that both got him into the Law Enforcement field, then re-sparked his horological passion. And so much more! Links to things mentioned in this episode: The Watch Steward Straps - https://www.thewatchsteward.com/ NTH Nazario Azzurro - https://watchgauge.com/collections/nth/products/nth-nazario-azzurro-pre-order Aquadive Watches - http://aquadive.com/ You can find WatchWabi on the web... Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/382084888817950/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/watchwabi/

In this episode of Doc's House Calls, Doc sits down with Kyle Schut, Founder and Owner of Straton Watch Co, inspired by his combined passion for classic car racing and watches, to talk about cars, design, his evolution as an entrepreneur, and some of the real-world challenges he's faced. Sit back, relax, and WatchWithUs to find out what inspires Kyle, how he brought Straton to where it is, and where he plans to take the company in the future. You can find Straton Watch Co. on the web... Website - https://www.stratonwc.com/ FB Page - https://www.facebook.com/stratonwatchcompany/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stratonwatchcompany/ You can find NTH on the web... Website - https://nthwatches.com/. FB Page - https://www.facebook.com/janistrading FB Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/Janis... Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/NTHWatches/ YouTube - youtube.com/c/NTHWatches

For some of us, it was remembering the watch our grandfather wore. For others, it was a gift we got for High School Graduation. And others, it was what we bought ourselves with our first paycheck out of college... If you're here watching this, chances are, you're into watches! What got you started? What was it about watches that turned it into a hobby or passion for you? In this episode, John and Anthony tell their stories about how they got into watches. Let us know how you got started in the comments below!

Anthony and Ricardo sit down and discuss their personal 'Hits' and 'Misses' from Baselworld! Rolex, Breitling, Bulova, Tudor, Angelus, and more... Which ones were Hits? Which ones were Misses? Ricardo Sime is a watch enthusiast, collector, and senior admin of one of Facebook's largest watch enthusiast groups. You may follow him on instagram at www.instagram.com/readysetwatch Anthony Kozlowsky is a watch industry veteran having spent many years managing NYC boutiques for Breitling and Bremont. You may follow him on Instagram at www.instagram.com/watchwithme and on youtube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCddL7yT7Js1Si5Q04rd-0zA

Watch With Us Co-Founders Ricardo Sime and I John Keil jump on a Sunday Night (St. Patty's Day) Skype call to discuss our upcoming trip to Baselworld 2019! This trip is for you guys! Alright, it's really for us... We're looking forward to our many appointments with about two dozen brands! But ultimately we will get tons of video, images, and interviews that we're going to share with you! Both here on the Watch With Us Channel on YouTube as well as our Instagram which is www.instagram.com/watchwithuschannel. Be sure you follow that Instagram. We will be going live from Baselworld quite often! Thanks for 'Watching'! Don't forget to subscribe, like and share! Ricardo Sime is a watch enthusiast and collector, and WWU co-founder. You can follow him on Instagram at www.instagram.com/readysetwatch John Keil is a 20 year veteran of the watch industry and founder of WatchGauge.com. On Instagram at www.instagram.com/johnmkeil and www.instagram.com/watchgauge And on YouTube at www.youtube.com/c/watchgauge

Welcome to our first Podcast  Anthony and John recorded this back in September of 2018 in anticipation of launching Watch With Us. At the time we weren't 100% decided on the channel name. In addition, just for reference, there will be some other hosts rotating in including Ricardo Sime, Giancarlo Rosselli and others. In Episode 1, we discuss: -Gifting and being gifted watches and the sentimentality of -Pre Owned market and how crazy some prices have gotten -'The Hodinkee Effect' (a term for when influencers write/talk about watches that once had almost no monetary value, but because of the exposure, now values are through the roof) We're looking forward to may more episodes to come, so if you enjoyed it, please subscribe and let us know what you think, possible future topics, or anything else in the comments below.