Two Broke Watch Snobs
Traveling with watches can be nerve-racking. Questions and concerns race through the mind. It does not have to be this way. It should be easy and fun regardless of your horological budget, tastes, and risk tolerances.
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I’ve had my Mido Ocean Star for over a year and a half and I’ve worn it regularly and frequently since then, which is saying something considering that I’ve got 15-20 watches I cycle through. It’s in earnest and with full confidence then that I recommend this watch.
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Get the facts in this Squale 30 Atmos GMT Review from Two Broke Watch Snobs (video review inside as well) - specs, photos, wristshots plus pros and cons - read before you buy!
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Sometimes the best law enforcement watch is the one you can rock filing out paperwork or managing things from a desk - check out this list here!
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The best law enforcement watch is the one best suited to your sitation - well the reality is that the situation is always changing. Check out our 4 part series detailing the best law enforcement watches for different stages of your LE career.
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A look at the new Brew Retrograph Extraction Timer with some initial thoughts, specs, photos, and price.
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This week Mike is joined by his wife as they discuss watch obsession from the perspective of a very patient and supportive partner. She opens up and shares what she likes about watches, what they mean to her, and what it's like living with an absolute watch lunatic.
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Kaz and Mike share their dirty fantasies in this latest installment of Guilty Pleasure Watches. Things get filthy and the guys also share some new stuff coming out on the site. Keep an eye out!
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We made it to 100 episodes... and we could never have done it without you, the listeners, our friends.
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Mike and Kaz sit down with John Tarantino of Martenero Watches to discuss watch collecting, the state of micro-brands, and John's latest model, the Martenero Edgemere Reserve.
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Mike and Kaz take on a new set of affordable vintage watches for budget-concious collectors. This time, they share some of their favorite choices for those interested in adding precious metal pieces to their collections. These are fun, easy on the wallet, and a great way to add diversity to the watch collecting journey.
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The Brew Watches HP-1 case has aesthetics that are so pleasing because the soft square is something that we are already familiar with. We are seeing a rise in square watch cases in response to the design language of smartwatches. The case dimensions of the HP-1 are 38x38mm, strikingly similar to an Apple Watch.
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The Vratislavia Conceptum PAN-AFRICA case design itself is somewhat reminiscent of King Seikos of old, but with modern dimensions. Delivered in 316L stainless steel-like every steel watch that doesn’t cost over $5000-its 40.5mm diameter and 46.5mm lug-to-lug make for a very approachable size, friendly to almost any wrist.
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For over a decade the Mako has been one of the most go-to recommended dive watches for both first-time watch-buyers and seasoned collectors.
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I was approached by Eddy Tse - one of the gentlemen behind EMG watches - who then handed me a little yellow dive watch before asserting, "Hey my name is Ed, and this is a watch we're working on." That's it. It turned out to be the EMG Nemo Diver, a watch that was sent my way shortly after returning to the States.
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It's impossible to deny that the watch is very clearly inspired by the design of the AP Royal Oak, which either captures people's imagination or causes them to hiss and spit at the "affordable homage." But is that a justified response?
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After getting far deeper into this hobby than I ever intended, I have a new-found appreciation for this classic, affordable piece. What makes the SKX007 a truly great watch? I hope to address this topic from the perspective of someone who has come full-circle on the SKX...
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These are watches with such playful personality and my collection is still in dire need of some color. I only wish it was easier for more people to try them on in person...
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So what's up with all this duty-free stuff travelers encounter and are there really great deals to be had on watches? Kaz and Mike pick up where they left off as they slowly recover from their Hong Kong trip.
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The boys are back in town and ready to share some fun details about their travels. Mike shares his personal watch buying journey in Hong Kong and the guys reflect on the things they learned after seeing how the sausage is really made.
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Citizen is offering an updated line-up known as the Citizen Promaster NY008 Asia Limited Series, which offers a variety of new dial options and capitalizes off the previous collection's limited military connection.
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An in-depth review of the Nodus Contrail watch with photos, specs, pricing, and an honest opinion from a dedicated watch lover.
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The guys are off to Hong Kong! Tune in to find out how they've been preparing and be sure to keep an eye on all TBWS feeds for fun content from the watch fair. It's going to be a blast!
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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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