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- Yesterday1h 7m
232 - Swatch Rejections, Freak X Sticker Shock, and Day vs Night Watches
On this week's episode of aBlogtoWatch Weekly, Rick, Ariel, Ripley, and David dive into one of the watch industry's most talked about controversies as Swatch's MoonSwatch 1984 application process leaves enthusiasts questioning whether the experience was worth the effort. The crew also discusses the dramatically more expensive Ulysse Nardin Freak X, whether the updates justify its new price, and why Ariel believes collectors should start thinking in terms of dedicated daytime and nighttime watches.The conversation continues with a critical look at this year's GPHG nominations and the ever growing debate over how meaningful the awards really are. Along the way, the team gets lost on the Bovet website, questions some "questionable" bracelet designs, and reacts to Fossil's Incredible Hulk watch, prompting David to ask whether every new release really needs to be another homage to the 1960s. If you thought this was going to be a normal episode, think again, because no aBlogtoWatch Weekly episode stays on the rails for long.To check out the ABTW Shop, where you can see our products inspired by our love of Horology:- Shop ABTW - https://store.ablogtowatch.com/To keep updated with everything Superlative, aBlogtoWatch Weekly, and aBlogtoWatch, check us out on:- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ablogtowatch/- Website - https://www.ablogtowatch.com/- Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/aBlogtoWatch If you enjoy the show please Subscribe, Rate, and Review!Key Chapters:0:04 Intro, Potato Vision, & Daylight Savings 4:02 Cardinal Points Mystery Solved? 8:15 Actual Watch News Begins 10:00 Ulysse Nardin Freak X Sticker Shock 14:30 The World's Worst Watch Website? 19:07 Day Watches vs. Night Watches 22:40 Our Ultimate Night Watches 26:30 Swatch's ESTA Disaster 29:49 Rick's GDPR Revenge Plan 33:59 Swatch Scubaqua Review 36:17 Remember the Swatch Flymagic? 39:02 Is GPHG Pay to Play? 44:01 Do More Entries Mean More Awards? 47:22 Live GPHG Heckling? 53:38 Fossil's Incredible Hulk Watch 58:51 Roger Dubuis' $400K Samurai Watch 1:05:56 Potatoes, Power Tools, & Goodbye
- 1 weeks ago1h 8m
231 - The MoonSwatch Loyalty Test, Quartz Redemption, and One Very Expensive Twin Beat
aBlogtoWatch Weekly is back on the main aBlogtoWatch YouTube channel with new releases every Friday!- https://www.youtube.com/@ablogtowatch This week on aBlogtoWatch Weekly, Ariel, Rick, and Ripley kick things off with another discussion about the newly announced N3W5 brand, debating its unusual name, marketing strategy, and whether the industry is getting a little too excited about products that have barely been revealed. The conversation then shifts to a busy week of enthusiast events, including RZE's Vancouver Experience, the Intersect Watch Show, and the RZE Gear Swap, where the hosts discuss why independent brands and community driven gatherings are becoming some of the most exciting parts of today's watch industry.The team also shares hands-on impressions of the Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle Twin Beat Perpetual Calendar, reviews the new 41mm Delma Shell Star, and explores whether quartz watches are finally earning renewed respect among collectors. They close the episode by reacting to Swatch's controversial MoonSwatch "Loyalty Test," questioning whether asking enthusiasts to complete an application just for the chance to buy a watch is brilliant marketing or a step too far.This week's episode is sponsored by the Movado Heritage Kingmatic collection, learn more at the link below:- https://www.movado.com/ To check out the ABTW Shop, where you can see our products inspired by our love of Horology:- Shop ABTW - https://store.ablogtowatch.com/To keep updated with everything Superlative, aBlogtoWatch Weekly, and aBlogtoWatch, check us out on:- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ablogtowatch/- Website - https://www.ablogtowatch.com/- Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/aBlogtoWatch If you enjoy the show please Subscribe, Rate, and Review!Key Timestamps:0:04 N3W5, Compasses, & Marketing Madness6:15 Benny's New Brand & $1M Leather Jacket10:16 RZE Gear Swap & Community Events18:12 Watch Brand Colors & Independent Watch Culture26:46 Vacheron Constantin Twin Beat Review34:04 Delma Shell Star 41 Review37:17 Is Quartz Making a Comeback?45:38 Swatch's MoonSwatch "Loyalty Test"53:05 Bio Ceramic, Gold, & Swatch's Strategy1:04:06 World Cup Watches & F1 Watch Brands
- 2 weeks ago1h 2m
230 - Tourbillon Truths, Seiko Surprises, and N3W5 "News"
aBlogtoWatch Weekly is back on the main aBlogtoWatch YouTube channel with new releases every Friday!- https://www.youtube.com/@ablogtowatch It is a European takeover this week as Rick and David hold down the fort for another lively episode of aBlogtoWatch Weekly. They dive into the ongoing debate over whether third party tourbillons are really worth the money, take a close look at Jaeger-LeCoultre's incredible Heliotourbillon, and discuss why mechanical complexity still fascinates collectors even when it serves little practical purpose.The conversation then shifts to Seiko, where David shares his hands on impressions of the new Marinemaster and explains why he believes it is one of the brand's strongest modern dive watches. They also weigh the value of Seiko's latest chronograph releases before turning their attention to François-Henry Bennahmias' newly announced watch brand, N3W5 ("News"), whose unusual name, branding, and marketing philosophy sends the conversation in some unexpected directions. As always, expect plenty of watch opinions, collector debates, and more than a few laughs along the way.This week's episode is sponsored by the Movado Heritage Kingmatic collection, learn more at the link below:- https://www.movado.com/ To check out the ABTW Shop, where you can see our products inspired by our love of Horology:- Shop ABTW - https://store.ablogtowatch.com/To keep updated with everything Superlative, aBlogtoWatch Weekly, and aBlogtoWatch, check us out on:- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ablogtowatch/- Website - https://www.ablogtowatch.com/- Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/aBlogtoWatch If you enjoy the show please Subscribe, Rate, and Review!Key Timestamps:0:01 European Duo Takes Over1:41 Rolex Titanium & Collector Reactions4:34 Are Third Party Tourbillons Worth It?15:15 JLC's Heliotourbillon Explained24:16 Seiko MarineMaster Hands On30:52 Seiko Speedtimer Value Debate34:23 Rowing Blazers x Seiko 539:30 François-Henry Bennahmias Launches N3W547:42 N3W5's Branding & "We Are Our Own Compass"52:41 Predicting the N3W5 Watches59:44 What's Coming Next at aBlogtoWatch
- 3 weeks ago1h 9m
229 - Rolex Reality Check, Coin Watches, and It's a Hublot Summer
aBlogtoWatch Weekly is back on the main aBlogtoWatch YouTube channel with new releases every Friday!- https://www.youtube.com/@ablogtowatch This week on aBlogtoWatch Weekly Rolex takes center stage, but not exactly in the way it would have hoped. Ariel, David, and Ripley dive into David's controversial look at the Rolex Yacht Master 42 in RLX Titanium, discussing whether the brand's reputation has outgrown its execution and why expectations matter when you're charging luxury prices. They also compare the genuine Yacht Master to a remarkably convincing fake, leading to a broader conversation about finishing, manufacturing quality, and what buyers should actually expect from a premium watch.From there, the mood lightens with Hublot's colorful new Summer Big Bang collection, Marathon's surprisingly tasteful America 250 limited edition, and Corum's return to coin watches. Along the way, the team debates busy dials, colorful ceramics, leather strap materials, and somehow ends up discussing coffee table books dedicated entirely to watch pushers. Join us for another completely normal weekly discussion at aBlogtoWatch.This week's episode is sponsored by the Movado Heritage Kingmatic collection, learn more at the link below:- https://www.movado.com/ To check out the ABTW Shop, where you can see our products inspired by our love of Horology:- Shop ABTW - https://store.ablogtowatch.com/To keep updated with everything Superlative, aBlogtoWatch Weekly, and aBlogtoWatch, check us out on:- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ablogtowatch/- Website - https://www.ablogtowatch.com/- Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/aBlogtoWatch If you enjoy the show please Subscribe, Rate, and Review!Key Timestamps:[0:04] Opening & Rick's Absence[0:41] Rolex's Reputation & Rising Expectations[5:53] Rolex's Pricing & Titanium Setup[9:44] Rolex Yacht Master 42 Titanium Review[15:31] Rolex vs. Fake Yacht Master[22:50] What Rolex Needs to Fix[26:05] Hublot Big Bang Summer Edition[38:08] Marathon's America 250 Watch[50:23] Leather vs. Vegan Straps[52:17] Corum Coin Watches Return[1:00:02] Casio G Shock x Coca Cola[1:05:26] Watch Icons, Future Rants, & Wrap Up
- 4 weeks ago1h 14m
228 - Twin Beat Returns, Freak X Sticker Shock, and G-Shock Gets Fancy
aBlogtoWatch Weekly is back on the main aBlogtoWatch YouTube channel with new releases every Friday!- https://www.youtube.com/@ablogtowatch With Rick sidelined by a power outage in Scotland, Ariel, David, and Ripley take the reins for another entertaining week of watch talk. The trio begins with the return of the Vacheron Constantin Twin Beat and a lively discussion about whether its remarkable engineering finally lives up to the hype. They also debate the latest Ulysse Nardin Freak X, its eye opening price increase, and whether simplifying one of watchmaking's boldest designs takes away some of what made it so special in the first place. Along the way, there are plenty of detours into Swiss gyms, watch transformers, and the strange world of "price on request."Also on this week's episode, the team takes a closer look at Casio's latest full metal G-Shock, questions some questionable display design choices, and wonders why the watch's best features still rely on a smartphone app. They also explore new releases from Vostok Europe, Chronoswiss, Arken, and Lorige, discuss what makes a great motorsport inspired watch, and wrap things up with another entertaining mix of watch industry insight, strong opinions, and the kind of conversations that only happen on aBlogtoWatch Weekly.This week's episode is sponsored by the Movado Heritage Kingmatic collection, learn more at the link below:- https://www.movado.com/ To check out the ABTW Shop, where you can see our products inspired by our love of Horology:- Shop ABTW - https://store.ablogtowatch.com/To keep updated with everything Superlative, aBlogtoWatch Weekly, and aBlogtoWatch, check us out on:- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ablogtowatch/- Website - https://www.ablogtowatch.com/- Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/aBlogtoWatch If you enjoy the show please Subscribe, Rate, and Review!Key Timestamps:0:04 Rick's Power Outage & Gym Joke5:21 Vacheron Constantin Twin Beat9:35 Hidden Watch Complications11:18 JLC Heliotourbillon14:22 Watch Transformers17:25 Ulysse Nardin Freak X25:03 Casio Full Metal G-Shock34:25 Vostok Europe South Pole41:22 Chronoswiss Lunar Chronograph50:13 ETA Movement Debate51:45 Arken Alterum GMT56:19 Lorige & Motorsport Watches1:01:39 Richard Mille Design DNA1:03:45 Peacock HAIYI Tourbillon Diver1:09:01 Manual vs Automatic Tourbillons1:11:30 Chinese Luxury Watchmaking1:13:25 Closing Thoughts
- Jun 26, 202658 min
227 - What Makes A Watch Brand Independent, Tudor Bumblebee, And Panerai Plays It Safe
aBlogtoWatch Weekly is back on the main aBlogtoWatch YouTube channel with new releases every Friday!- https://www.youtube.com/@ablogtowatch This week on aBlogtoWatch Weekly, Ariel, Rick, David, and Ripley tackle one of the biggest buzzwords in modern watchmaking: What actually makes a watch brand "independent?" The team debates whether independence is about ownership, creative freedom, or who really gets to make the decisions. Along the way, they put everyone from Audemars Piguet to H. Moser & Cie. under the microscope while questioning whether the industry has stretched the term beyond recognition.Their conversation also covers Tudor's new Black Bay Chrono 39 "Bumblebee" — does it finally deliver the Daytona alternative enthusiasts have been asking for? The hosts weigh in on Panerai's latest Navy SEALs Submersible, explore A. Lange & Söhne's newest Lumen release, and share why a box full of Swatch watches might be louder than a minute repeater. As always, expect plenty of laughs, spirited debates, and the kind of watch industry tangents only aBlogtoWatch Weekly can deliver.To check out the ABTW Shop, where you can see our products inspired by our love of Horology:- Shop ABTW - https://store.ablogtowatch.com/To keep updated with everything Superlative, aBlogtoWatch Weekly, and aBlogtoWatch, check us out on:- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ablogtowatch/- Website - https://www.ablogtowatch.com/- Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/aBlogtoWatch If you enjoy the show please Subscribe, Rate, and Review!Key Timestamps:[00:00] Party banter, World Cup, & Scottish/Seattle weather[03:48] Titanium Rolex & fake watch comparison[05:58] Swatch ticking chaos & Casio mods[12:30] What makes a watch brand independent?[25:13] Tudor Black Bay Chrono 39 "Bumblebee"[34:30] Vacheron Twin Beat & Lange Lumen[47:10] Panerai Navy SEALs Submersible[52:44] Watch brand WhatsApp chatbots
- Jun 19, 20261h 1m
226 - Rolex Roadblocks, Doxa Overload, and Price On Request
aBlogtoWatch Weekly is back on the main aBlogtoWatch YouTube channel with new releases every Friday!- https://www.youtube.com/@ablogtowatch This week on aBlogtoWatch Weekly, Rick, Ariel, and David tackle everything from Star Wars themed G-Shocks and the overwhelming number of Doxa dive watches to the return of Vacheron Constantin’s Twin Beat Perpetual Calendar. Along the way, they debate whether luxury watch brands make buying watches unnecessarily difficult, question the growing trend of “price on request,” and wonder how many Doxas one collector actually needs.The conversation also takes a deeper turn as Ariel discusses his recent article examining the relationship between the Swiss watch industry and its most important market: the United States. From Rolex waitlists and retail roadblocks to cultural differences in how luxury is sold and consumed, the team explores why some brands seem determined to make the buying experience more complicated than it needs to be. Plus, the Brand Wheel of Death returns with Nomos, Ferdinand Berthoud, and Voutilainen facing judgment.To check out the ABTW Shop, where you can see our products inspired by our love of Horology:- Shop ABTW - https://store.ablogtowatch.com/To keep updated with everything Superlative, aBlogtoWatch Weekly, and aBlogtoWatch, check us out on:- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ablogtowatch/- Website - https://www.ablogtowatch.com/- Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/aBlogtoWatch If you enjoy the show please Subscribe, Rate, and Review!Key Timestamps:[02:02] The Escapement & Fyre Festival Comparisons[02:58] Philippe Stern & Abu Dhabi Festival[03:09] Ask Ariel Anything[04:28] The Hidden QR Code Idea[05:09] No Wrist Shots Allowed[06:56] The Punk Watch Challenge[09:30] The G-Shock Argument[10:08] The Cheapest Diamond Watch[11:35] Tissot PRX Debate[12:11] Mandalorian & Grogu G-Shocks[14:46] When Co-Branding Is Too Subtle[18:00] G-Shock Pricing & Disney Licensing[19:49] Doxa Sub 200 T-Graph Returns[21:25] Does Doxa Have Too Many Watches?[23:22] Understanding the Doxa Dial[25:18] How to Choose a Doxa[27:31] David on Doxa[28:01] Why Switzerland Fears America[31:36] The Transatlantic Luxury Paradox[33:17] Remembering Philippe Stern[35:08] Boutique Experiences in Europe[36:35] Swiss Dirigism vs Capitalism[38:14] Swiss-American Trust Issues[47:30] Wheel of Death: Chaykin, Berthoud & Nomos[52:14] Vacheron Twin Beat Returns[49:54] How the Twin Beat Works[56:31] The Price-On-Request Rant[57:01] Is a 70-Day Power Reserve Useful?[59:23] Closing & WhatsApp QR Code
- Jun 12, 20261h 9m
225 - Bell & Ross Cubism, Monaco Speed, and ART Or Fad?
aBlogtoWatch Weekly is back on the main aBlogtoWatch YouTube channel with new releases every Friday!- https://www.youtube.com/@ablogtowatch This week on aBlogtoWatch Weekly, Rick and Ariel are holding down the fort without David and Ripley, which means the conversation quickly goes off the rails before diving headfirst into the latest watch industry news. The duo discuss the new Raymond Weil ART and ask the big question: is it a genuinely compelling integrated bracelet watch or just another trend follower? They also debate the rise of integrated bracelet sports watches, micro rotors, and why some brands are chasing familiar formulas while others are trying something completely different.Plus, there are thoughts on Bell & Ross leaning into modern art inspired design with its latest cubist inspired release, the new TAG Heuer Monaco Speed and its unusual jumping hour display, and whether square watches deserve more love or just more confusion. Along the way, Rick and Ariel somehow find time to argue about sleeping with watches on, lume at 3AM, AI frustrations, and why Bell & Ross might just need its big Hollywood moment. It is exactly the kind of wonderfully chaotic watch conversation you expect from an aBlogtoWatch Weekly podcast with just Rick and Ariel. To check out the ABTW Shop, where you can see our products inspired by our love of Horology:- Shop ABTW - https://store.ablogtowatch.com/To keep updated with everything Superlative, aBlogtoWatch Weekly, and aBlogtoWatch, check us out on:- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ablogtowatch/- Website - https://www.ablogtowatch.com/- Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/aBlogtoWatch If you enjoy the show please Subscribe, Rate, and Review!Key Timestamps:[04:07] Sleeping With Watches?[07:14] Why Ariel & Rick Go Off Track[11:45] Raymond Weil A.R.T. — Hit or Fad?[17:10] AI Art, QR Codes & Tech Frustrations[21:27] Indie Watch Brands & Retail Challenges[27:29] Bell & Ross Cubism & Micro Rotors[38:47] TAG Heuer Monaco Speed 12 Debate[45:29] Swatch “Royal Pop” Queue Chaos[48:15] Camp Watches & Microbrand Realities[51:19] What Actually Counts As A Square Watch?[54:49] ATI ZDM Enigma & Strange Design Choices[56:49] Forgotten Fashion Watches[59:49] The Return Of Fashion Watches?[1:03:04] A Deep Dive Into Versace Watches[1:05:57] The “Punishment Watch” Game[1:08:00] eBay Authentication Experiment[1:09:20] Wrap Up & Next Week’s Challenge
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