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Sometimes a piece of news comes up in the watch world and I don't care - but then sometimes I do. On August 28th Metallica announced that they were partnering with Nixon Watches to produce a line of Metallica watches. There are 9 initial offerings inspired by the iconic band's albums and songs.
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Want to know what TBWS is planning for their 6,000 Instagram follower giveaway? Be sure to listen in this week to find out! This episode also details some of the pitfalls and benefits collectors experience when deciding to pursue the vintage game.
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The idea is to evoke the ethos of each drive while also being worn while driving on those roads. Each watch features a roadbook for the long distance drive it's associated with. Each roadbook features a list of all the places to see and experience on the road. But it's not a Gavox timepiece unless there's an element of technological practicality...
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So what's the deal with brightly colored dive watches and the design manufacturers pursue for the sake of legibility under water? Are these models more desirable or functional than others? Why are some brightly colored Seikos so difficult to find?
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Does the Steinhart Ocean 39 GMT miss the mark? Or is it right on the money? Check out the full review here - complete with photos, specs, insights, and so much more!
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The Orient NEO70s WV0071SE case is deceptively simple and looks straight-forward enough. But a closer looks reveals some wildly wonderful detailing for the price.
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This week on the TBWS podcast, Mike and Kaz talk about what it's like to actually experience a watch or brand in person and how it can affect our perception of certain timepieces. The Orion Field Standard also makes an appearance (on a siiiiick Isofrane strap) and Kaz tells us about a pair of new Gavox chronographs he has in for review.
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One of the first things people might notice about this watch is its size and sand-blasted case. At 43mm, it's pushing the limits for me personally but for something as casual and carefree as the Bayman, I think the size works together with the overall vibe.
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Marathon honors their heritage and has announced a limited edition Marathon GSAR 'Grey Maple' Automatic. It's an interesting balance of sport utility and charming decoration, which typically isn't associated with a static design like the GSAR.
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Information about the new Laco Atlanktik Dive Watch 862108 - price, specs, and insights on this new fun and interesting German diver!
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After having a blast focusing on the Vostok Amphibia, the guys tackle another iconic watch in the affordable spectrum, the Seiko SKX007. Before kicking things off though, Kaz and Mike look back at what it was like growing up in south Florida and getting excited about air shows. Thankfully, the Blue Angels allowed for a quiet recording session, even though they were performing all weekend close to downtown Seattle.
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I'm gonna be real with you guys here - I had no idea Casio was still making Baby-G Watches, but they totally are! They just added two new pieces to the current retro Baby-G BG169R Line.
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A look at the new Citizen Eco-Drive Promaster Diver BN0195-54E together with images, specs, and pricing from Citizen.
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Things are heating up but Kaz and Mike are focused on discussing a brand they felt unfamiliar with. This time, it's Citizen and the guys fumble their way through some pretty cool discoveries surrounding this Japanese brand that really deserves more attention.
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TIMEX Group announced earlier this month on July 20th, 2018 that they would be taking over product distribution for watch brand Ingersoll. The agreement covers distribution within the USA, Canada, and Mexico while allowing Ingersoll's corporate owner to retain creative control over the timepieces.
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We look at 8 new Glycine Airman No. 1 pilot watch models that were just released at a very accessible price.
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I know this may sounds weird, but these new offerings are actually making me rethink my apathy towards certain "smart watch" features, and I'm seriously considering buying one.
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This week we dig into our current picks for great starter watches between $250 - $500!
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Introducing the new Doxa Sub 300 Silver Lung reissue with specs, photos from the brand, and our comprehensive take on this special timepiece.
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A review of the Seals Dark Seal with specs and live photos. Will this rugged, affordable dive-style watch be the perfect fit for your next adventure?
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Cut through the noise and get the facts, stats, and insights you need in order to understand the Vostok Amphibia - one of the most iconic and less understood pieces in dive watch history.
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In what is probably the hottest recording session this summer, Kaz and Mike sit down and talk about the insane world of high-end replica watches. Aside from that, Kaz has put together an excellent eBay listing guide for a handful of Soviet watches and Mike contemplates freezing himself artificially for a few hundred years with his Orient Mako.... all in a day's work, of course.
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Cornerstone German brand Junghans has announced their new Meither MEGA, which is powered by their equally new and super fascinating J101.65, a new in-house radio-controlled movement. There's two really cool components to discuss with this bit of news here: the Meister MEGA watch and the J101.65 movement.
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The Snobs are back to their regularly scheduled programming this week! Today, they take some time to speculate about the current "stainless steel crisis" some brands are experiencing while talking about second hand market support. Plus, in case you were wondering, Mike would totally break vegan and eat Kaz in a survival situation.
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A quick look at two new maritime inspired Mido Ocean Star product offerings - The M026.430.36.091.00 (green dial) and M026.430.36.041.00 (blue dial)
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I liked the look with the square shape of it. It brings back childhood memories of my Dad wearing it. I really liked the green glow. When it’s dark you wouldn’t need a flashlight to read the time. I liked that the watch wasn’t too big either.
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A quick look at the budget-friendly Seiko Prospex SNE498 & SNE499 Solar Tuna dive watches that come in at well under $500.
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An introduction (with specs and photos) to the newest version of the Timex Marlin by men's fashion retailer, Todd Snyder.
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In depth review of the Ball Watches Engineer III King - wristshots, photos, case construction insights, and more - check out the review now!
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Hey, everyone! This week Mike and I thought we'd do something a bit different and special for all of you. This week's show is actually two shows in the form of our sister-show the TBWS Patreon Special. That's about 2 hours of podcast content on two very different topics.
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