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Seiko x Nano Universe SZSJ005 Chronograph
Seiko and Nano Universe team up for a Daytona-inspired chronograph.
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Seiko Prospex SPB149 Dive Watch
We've just gotten another modern recreation of Seiko's very first diver released in 1965, the 62MAS.
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Ep. #165: Guilty Pleasure Watches Part 5
Coronavirus, fashion watches... the guys have been tackling some big topics lately. This week, they hope to keep things light be revisiting and old-time favorite - guilty pleasure watches.
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How COVID-19 Could Impact Horology in 2020
Join the TBWS writing team for our very first episode of the TBWS Writers' Room! The crew sit down and have an honest conversation about the very real impact that COVID-19 is having on the watch industry. From large brands to smaller brands, everyone is feeling the impact.
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Baselworld 2020 Postponed Due to COVID-19
What many have been expecting has now been confirmed: BaselWorld 2020 is officially postponed. Read our take on the situation inside.
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Hydrophobia, The Longines Heritage Classic Sector, and You
Learn how the Longines Heritage Classic Sector helped TBWS Junior Contributor Aggressive Timing Habits overcome his horological hydrophobia in this watch review!
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Ep. #164: Hey, Bro - Nice Fashion Watch
This week we're tackling more horological prejudices by taking a deep dive into a single burning question: why all the fashion watch hate? When we make the transition from horological civilians to watch collectors why is there so much hate for fashion watches (i.e. Timex, Michael Kors, Fossil, Kate Spade, etc.)?
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Seiko Presage 2020 Limited Edition Watches
The new Presage Prestige watch is inspired by a classic from Seiko’s past, their first-ever chronograph.
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New Casio G-Shock Mudmaster GGB100BTN-1A: Casio Partners with Burton Snowboards
G-Shock has recently released a Mudmaster series watch in collaboration with Burton snowboards. Burton Snowboards wrote the book on colabs in the mid-2000s. They always seem to nail the function and execution to make a “thing” become something special.
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Omega Seamaster Review (ref. 2254.50.00): Is The SMP Worth It?
Interested in the Omega Seamaster? Read about the history, facts, specs, and wearing experience of this iconic Omega model right here!
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Ep. #163: Talking Timex… Our New Darling?
Timex has been on a roll since the release of the Marlin a little while back. Since then, the watch world has gone completely nuts over reissues like the Q and vintage-inspired models like the recent M79. Join Mike and Kaz as they run through Timex's greatest hits, analyze the brand's overall strategy, and consider adding Timex models to their own personal collections.
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What’s in a Name (Brand)? Department Store Watches for the Masses
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Mido Ocean Star Tribute Review: Happy 75th Birthday Ocean Star!
Mido rings in their iconic Ocean Star's 75th birthday with the Mido Ocean Star Tribute - but in the flurry and noise of all these vintage inspired divers, is there anything special here?
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Ep. #162: Horology Instagram Trends That Need to Die
Instagram has done a lot of good for the watch collecting hobby. But holy hell, it has its problems. Today, Kaz and Mike talk through some of their biggest issues with Instagram, trends that are taking the hobby by storm, and ways that the platform is harming growth overall.
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Rolex Explorer Alternatives: Navigating First World Problems
This is not an article about the fabled Rolex Explorer 1016. But... if you squint your eyes really tight and tilt your head, it could kind of look like one.
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Watch Boutique Distractions During the Gooding Car Auction in Scottsdale
You see, the Gooding auction took place next to the Scottsdale Fashion Square Mall. It was there that these words came out of my mouth: “Hey Colleen, let’s go check out some of the boutiques at the mall.” Now I’ve probably said each of those words before but never in that particular order. Of course, Colleen knew that the only boutique I would willingly seek out is a watch boutique.
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Seiko SARB035 Review: Discontinued, Not Forgotten
I was pleasantly surprised at how well this “white dial dress” watch paired down with jeans and a ruggedly-hip flannel. Any SARB is perfect for a night out. Forget the Datejust or Oyster Perpetual. You’re killing it for under $500 USD.
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Ep. #161: What Would You Rather Spend $14k On?
The snobs sit down and revisit the Omega 321 Speedy release while running through better ways to spend $14k.
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Junghans Max Bill ‘Black and White’ Watches
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Ep. #160: Axis Power Watches
What is it about watches issued to WWII Axis Powers that drives watch collectors crazy? Listen in as Kaz and Mike break down the attraction and history behind these controversial timepieces.
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Ep. #159: A Day in the Life of a Broke Watch Snob
It's not easy running TBWS. The guys are coming up on four years of content creation, social media shenanigans, and a signature brand of watch industry commentary meant to keep you engaged and entertained.
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Citizen NY008-11E ‘Fugu’ Dive Watch Review
This collection has been nicknamed “Fugu” for the Japanese word for pufferfish. The caseback has a laser-etched pufferfish motif, and perhaps the rounded bezel with the grooves gives some semblance to the spiny fish.
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Glycine Combat Sub Review
Glycine has been manufacturing watches since its founding in Bienne, Switzerland, in 1914. They’re probably best known for their Airman line of pilot and GMT watches, which were used extensively by the US military and even taken into space. The Combat line, including the Sub dive watch, has been in production since 1967.
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Zodiac Super Sea Wolf 68 Saturation
Zodiac has just announced its latest iteration of the Super Sea Wolf 68 Saturation. Following the release of the Andy Mann limited edition, the brand likely got a lot of feedback asking for a non-limited Sea Wolf 68 on a traditional link bracelet. And they’ve has delivered on just that.
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Ep. #158: Affordable Vintage Watches Pt. 8: Dealer’s Choice
It’s the return of a classic. This time, you’re getting two episodes in one as the guys tackle their own affordable vintage watch categories.
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Rolex Explorer 14270 Review: Understated Elegance in 36mm
Get the facts, stats, and photos in this comprehensive Rolex Explorer 14270 Review from TBWS Contributor Greg Bedrosian!
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Oris Aquis Lake Baikal Limited Edition
Continuing their commitment to raising awareness about various issues threatening the world’s great bodies of water, Oris has released a new, “high performance” dive watch inspired by, and in commemoration of, efforts to preserve this treasured natural wonder.
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New Steel Omega Speedmaster 321 “Ed White” Just Announced (ref. 311.30.40.30.01.001)
Omega has delivered on what the Speedmaster community has been demanding for a while now. The big difference between the previous Omega 1863 Caliber and the new Omega 321 Caliber is that the 321 has a column wheel actuator for the chronograph. This is in contrast to the 1863 Caliber's cam-actuated chronograph function.
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Ep. #157: Celebrity Watches: Cash or Passion?
Happy New Year! Mike and Kaz are opening things up this time with a fun topic that emerged back on episode 156. We all know there are a ton of celebrities out there sporting some serious timepieces. But what came first? Cash or passion?
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Ep. #156: 2020 Watch Collecting Goals
This week, the guys wrap up another year of TBWS shenanigans and chat through their 2020 watch collecting goals. Plus, they share some ideas about community building and organizing TBWS events in 2020.
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