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Fifth Wrist Radio brings you podcasts on luxury watches, watchmaking, horology and the watch industry. Presented by watchmakers and watch enthusiasts. We release multiple weekly episodes covering everything from vintage watches to horology in popular culture. Available on Google Podcasts, iTunes, Stitcher, & Spotify.
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Independent Thinking - Romain Rossat in conversation about Ulysse Nardin
Another episode of the Independent Thinking Show for @FifthWrist Radio.
In this episode, Roman (@TimesRomanAU) and Adam (@mediumwatch) sit down for a conversation with Romain Rossat @rrssstt (Vice President of Sales - Americas) for Ulysse Nardin (@ulyssenardinofficial)
This episode delves into the fascinating world of Ulysse Nardin (@ulyssenardinofficial), a brand synonymous with innovation and horological excellence. Our guest, Romain Rossat, takes us on a journey through the history, significant achievements, and the future direction of the brand. From the iconic Trilogy of Time and Freak collections to the preservation of traditional crafts and the exploration of new technological frontiers, Ulysse Nardin continues to be a beacon of creativity in the watchmaking industry.
Along the way, we speak about Dr Ludwig Oechslin’s innovative designs, astronomical complications, UN’s introduction of innovative silicium parts, the art of enamel dials, and many other things.
If you enjoy independent matchmaking - this episode is for you.
Instagram recommendations from this episode: @musee_mih; @taro_ulyssenardinjapanfanclub and @ochsundjunior.
Independent Thinking Show is a place dedicated to showcasing the great people doing interesting and cool things in the world of horology.
Follow us on Instagram: @FifthWrist #fifthwrist #fifthwristradio #fifthwristradiopodcast
Theme Music for 2024: The Wrong Time by Silent Partner (via YouTube Free Music Channel)
To join our crew group chat then please email us at contact@fifthwrist.com and if you have time please leave us a review wherever you listen to our podcast.
Visit us at www.fifthwrist.com
We hope you enjoy listening to this episode as much as we enjoyed making it!
Stay On Time
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Independent Thinking - @Nielsmpe (a top indie collector and a great guy)
Another episode of the Independent Thinking Show for @FifthWrist Radio.
This episode is all about taking you into the world of independent watchmaking and appreciation.
As host, Roman (@TimesRomanAU) sits down for a conversation with Niels Pedersen (@nielsmpe), a great guy and watch collector based in Denmark, who shares his journey from mainstream watchmakers towards more innovative indie brands.
Niels has a wonderful collection of watches, and is a fantastic photographer as well - so definitely check out his Instagram account.
Along the way, we chat about Niels’ collecting philosophy; the importance of patronage in supporting up-and-coming watchmakers; and the importance of investing passion into classical watchmaking.
We also delve into the watch collecting scene in Denmark, as well as the broader trends in the worldwide independent watch market.
It’s a really fun conversation ! Hope you enjoy it too.
Special shoutouts to friends of @FifthWrist in this episode: Anthony @defining_time; Claus @tapir_ffm; Peter @watchcph; Reuben @reubenschoots; Jasper @jasperthemachanaut; @Ochsundjunior; @DeklaWatches; @MikeStuffler; @Sushkov_ms; @arcanaut_watches; Christian and Hanne @christian_lass and @gravalance; @felipepikullik;
Instagram recommendations:
Niels - @hodinkyberkus; @vivabastardo
Roman - @aserialcollector
Follow us on Instagram: @FifthWrist #fifthwrist #fifthwristradio #fifthwristradiopodcast
@FifthWrist Independent Thinking Show is a place dedicated to showcasing the great people doing interesting and cool things in the world of horology.
Theme Music for 2024: The Wrong Time by Silent Partner (via YouTube Free Music Channel)
To join our crew group chat then please email us at contact@fifthwrist.com and if you have time please leave us a review wherever you listen to our podcast.
We hope you enjoy listening to this episode as much as we enjoyed making it!
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Independent Thinking - Armin Strom (@arminstrom) - a chat with Claude Griesler!
Another episode of the Independent Thinking Show for @FifthWrist Radio.
In this episode, hosts Roman (@TimesRomanAU) and Claus (@tapir_ffm) speak with with Claude Griesler, Co-Founder and Master Watchmaker of at @arminstrom - one of the most exciting independent watch brands on the market today.
Topics we discussed include Armin Strom's unique design elements, innovation and technical achievements of their models (eg. Gravity Equal Force, Resonance, and One Week Edition watches).
We also chat about the the evolution of the company, Armin Strom’s commitment to technical innovation, focus on precision, their philosophy of creating watches with a purpose, and the passion and warmth behind Armin Strom's engagement with its customers.
It’s a really fun conversation ! Hope you enjoy it too.
Follow Armin Strom on Instagram @arminstrom and www.arminstrom.com
Special shoutouts to friends of @FifthWrist in this episode: Asher Rapkin @collectivehorology; Manuel Emch (@mchtagram); and Jeremy Oster’s excellent “Keeping Time” podcast, where Claude has been a previous guest on several episodes to discuss Armin Strom. Definitely listen to Keeping Time. It’s a great podcast.
Follow us on Instagram: @FifthWrist #fifthwrist #fifthwristradio #fifthwristradiopodcast
@FifthWrist Independent Thinking Show is a place dedicated to showcasing the great people doing interesting and cool things in the world of horology.
Theme Music for 2024: The Wrong Time by Silent Partner (via YouTube Free Music Channel)
To join our crew group chat then please email us at contact@fifthwrist.com and if you have time please leave us a review wherever you listen to our podcast.
We hope you enjoy listening to this episode as much as we enjoyed making it!
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Germanys (not so) hidden champions, issue 7: HEINRICH Watches
You love the cool design codes of the 70s?
You are into dive and sports watches?
This is the podcast (and maybe) the watch for you!
show notes here
This is the seventh edition of a small series of podcasts about the (not so) hidden watch champions of Germany. This is also a kind of cooperation between Fifth Wrist and WatchMaxe.
Today Claus (@tapir_ffm) from Fifth Wrist and Axel (@WatchMaxe on Youtube) are talking to Wolfgang Heinrich, founder of HEINRICH Watches.
Enjoy listening!
Fifth Wrist:
Fifth Wrist and Fifth Wrist Radio are both community run projects. Designed to serve the watch enthusiast community. We reject all forms of outside watch brand intervention and take no money, watches or goods from watch companies. The future direction of the website and podcasts are driven by the people who take part in this project.
To join the action and get involved why not get started by reviewing one of your own watches at fifthwrist.com/write-review
Follow us on Instagram: @fifthwrist
Follow us on youtube: Fifth Wrist Ohne Hemmung
We hope you enjoy listening to this episode as much as we enjoyed making it! Thanks to everyone in the Fifth Wrist community who give their time to make this project possible. The hosts, co-hosts, writers and editors, plus everyone who takes the time to share and promote this project daily.
Please take the time to leave us a review wherever you listen to our podcast. Thank you for all the positive reviews and comments on our episodes. We read and appreciate each one!
The time is gone, the show is over, thought I'd something more to say…
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Independent Thinking: Roman and Adam discuss their personal watch collections and future collecting aspirations
Another episode of the Independent Thinking Show for @FifthWrist Radio.
In this episode, Roman (@TimesRomanAU) and Adam (@mediumwatch) sit down for an in-depth discussion about their personal horological interests, buying practices and collecting trajectories.
Consider this a bit of a “state of the collection” and “where to next” for our personal watch collecting journeys.
We also chat about our their collecting aspirations and watchmakers we admire.
We have not done a one-on-one episode like this before, so hope you enjoy it.
Show notes
00:09 Introduction and Welcome
01:46 Reflections on Personal Horological Journeys
05:50 The Art of Collecting: Watches and Beyond
06:37 Wrist Check and Discussion
10:00 The Influence of Trends in Watch Collecting
15:40 Exploring Obscure and Unique Watches
23:15 The Appeal of Pocket Watches
26:07 The Allure of Customized Watches and the problem with endless customization
28:45 Discussing Group Projects and Limited Editions
29:14 The Value of Scarcity and Durable Beauty
29:47 Reflecting on Personal Watch Collections
30:20 The Pursuit of Mechanical Complexity
30:40 The Relevance of Yellow Gold in Modern Times
31:29 The Struggle of Managing a Large Collection
32:06 The Challenge of Selling Unique Watches
34:24 The Attraction to Early Independent Horology
36:54 The Future of Personal Watch Collections
43:09 The Future Watch Wishlist
Instagram recommendations from this episode:
Roman: @the_space_giant; @alexku.horology
Adam: @iampandacat
Special additional shoutouts: @arcanaut_watches, @ochundjunior and @reubenschoots
Independent Thinking Show is a place dedicated to showcasing the great people doing interesting and cool things in the world of horology.
Follow us on Instagram: @FifthWrist #fifthwrist #fifthwristradio #fifthwristradiopodcast
Theme Music for 2023: The Wrong Time by Silent Partner (via YouTube Free Music Channel)
To join our crew group chat then please email us at contact@fifthwrist.com and if you have time please leave us a review wherever you listen to our podcast.
Visit us at www.fifthwrist.com
We hope you enjoy listening to this episode as much as we enjoyed making it!
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The European Gang Talks Watches #8: Watches of 23, plans for 24
link to show notes here
Or (in case the like doesn't work) here:
watches were my first loveand they will be my lastwatches of the futureand watches of the past
Detailed show notes have been available in the past and will be available in the future.For now we only have four geeks taking about watches of the past and the future.And lots of …
Shout-outs
#chicklip@moodydials@myhorologicaljourney@arminstrom@guillaume_2406@breitling@sphaera _watchco@der_maschinenraum@woodswatchmaking@hands.faces.cases@wernerwatches@uhren.kaiser@mediumwatch@timesromanau@the349designer@defining_time5
The «Defining Time Show« DTS - LCDF Wolfgang and Wonders
Instagram recommendations
Phil: @pinkpatekBenoît: @honda.4649Wolfgang: @artdecowristwatchesClaus: @wernerwatches, @uhren.kaiser
Theme music:diy by @tapir_ffm based on the aria «Ebben? Ne andrò lontana» of the opera «La Wally» by Alfredo Catalani
Fifth Wrist and Fifth Wrist Radio are both community run projects. Designed to serve the watch enthusiast community. We reject all forms of outside watch brand intervention and take no money, watches or goods from watch companies. The future direction of the website and podcasts are driven by the people who take part in this project.
To join the action and get involved why not get started by reviewing one of your own watches at fifthwrist.com/write-review
Follow us on Instagram: @fifthwristFollow us on facebook: facebook.com/fifthwristTo join our group chat on Slack then please email us at contact@fifthwrist.com
We hope you enjoy listening to this episode as much as we enjoyed making it! Thanks to everyone in the Fifth Wrist community who give their time to make this project possible. The hosts, co-hosts, writers and editors, plus everyone who takes the time to share and promote this project daily.Please take the time to leave us a review wherever you listen to our podcast. Thank you for all the positive reviews and comments on our episodes. We read and appreciate each one!The time is gone, the show is over, thought I’d something more to say…