Two Broke Watch Snobs

Two Broke Watch Snobs
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Two Broke Watch Snobs

Wrist watch Bar Talk and Horological Shenanigans at their finest. A wrist watch podcast about two friends sitting down every week for an honest, foul-mouthed discussion about all things watch related.

  1. 3 DAYS AGO

    Ep. #280 The Mickey Mouse Watch

    Kaz and Mike are back after a brief hiatus to talk about the history of the Mickey Mouse watch and a ton of Disney magic that plays a role in its enduring story. You'll get to hear about merchandising deals and the timeline of brands that served as official timepiece manufacturers for Disney watches. Plus, there's a lot to catch up on, and the guys give an update on why they've been gone for a bit. Show notes Raven Endeavor II: https://ravenwatches.com/pages/endeavour Grand Seiko SBGV233: https://ravenwatches.com/pages/endeavour Watches with Mickey Mouse Dials: https://teddybaldassarre.com/blogs/watches/watches-with-mickey-mouse Citizen Disney Collection: https://www.citizenwatch.com/us/en/collection/disney/ Watch Shopping on the Disney Fantasy: https://twobrokewatchsnobs.com/watch-shopping-on-the-disney-fantasy/

    1h 40m

  2. 11 OCT

    Ep. #279 Talking Military Watches With PSYWAR Wristcheck & Timely Moments

    In this episode of TBWS, Mike and Kaz welcome back time_moments and introduce PSYWAR Wristcheck, who share insights on military watches and their significance. The conversation explores personal wrist checks, the evolution of modern military watches, and watch marketing's storytelling aspect. The guests discuss their backgrounds in the military and how they intersect with their passion for watches, emphasizing the importance of functionality and aesthetics in timepieces. They also discuss various themes surrounding military watches, including personal career changes, the evolution of military media, and the significance of commemorative watches. They explore the rise of unit watches, operational security concerns, and the community of watch enthusiasts. The conversation also touches on the ethics of military-themed watches and future watch projects, highlighting the intersection of personal identity and military service through timepieces. Show Notes PSYWAR Wristcheck: https://www.instagram.com/psywarwristcheck/ timely_moments: https://www.instagram.com/timely_moments/ The Zulu Time Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-zulu-time-podcast/id1497529473 The Covert Crown: https://www.instagram.com/the_covert_crown/ Recon Team Watch Blog: https://www.reconteamwatchblog.net/ Liberty Watch Group: https://www.instagram.com/libertywatchgroup/ Watches Win Wars: https://www.instagram.com/watcheswinwars/ Bulletproof Bezel: https://www.instagram.com/bulletproofbezel/

    1h 43m

  3. 20 AUG

    Ep. #278 Mike Got "The Call"

    Huge thanks to ProTek Watches for sponsoring this week's wrist check! Check out their products at: https://protekwatch.com/ Buckle in and listen as Mike shares his experience finally getting "the call" from a Rolex AD. You'll hear about the model he was offered, how long the process took, purchase history requirements, and what he decided to do. The guys also talk about how waitlist culture is changing, the ever-present appeal of the Grand Seiko Snowflake, and the process of sending a Panerai out for routine service through an AD. Enjoy the show!

    1h 7m

  4. 15 JUL

    Ep. #277 There Is No Secret Watch Society

    Huge thanks to Ollech & Wajs for sponsoring this week's wrist check! Check out their watches at: https://ow-watch.com/ In this episode, Mike and Kaz discuss the concept of a secret watch society and the pressure to conform to certain watch-collecting norms. They emphasize the importance of collecting watches that bring joy and not feeling the need to make specific purchases to be accepted by other collectors. They also mention the launch of their newsletter and their plans for live streaming. In this conversation, Kaz and Mike discuss the pressure and influence of social media on watch collecting. Show Notes Monta Triumph Limited Edition: https://twobrokewatchsnobs.com/monta-triumph-military-green-limited-edition/ Ollech & Wajs OW M-52B AF: https://ow-watch.com/collections/ollech-wajs-watches/products/ow-m-52baf Ollech & Wajs B-905 US Airforce: https://ow-watch.com/collections/ollech-wajs-classics/products/ow-us-airforce

    1h 4m

  5. 1 JUL

    Ep. #276 Talking ProTek, Tritium, and the Future of the Brand With Barry Cohen

    Today, on episode 276, Kaz and Mike sit down with ProTek and Luminox brand founder Barry Cohen to discuss his personal history in watch industry. Barry details some of the challenges involved with starting and running brands, securing licensing deals with the US military, Tritium technology, and the future of the ProTek brand. Plus, we get a rundown of the brand's newest models while detailing each phase of the manufacturing process. Finally, Barry wanted to kindly extend a special 20% discount to Two Broke Watch Snobs listeners. We earn no commission from this and it's a great chance to save on a ProTek watch! Show Notes ProTek Watches (Use discount code "SNOBS" for a 20% discount): https://protekwatch.com/ Time Concepts: https://timeconcepts.net/ Szanto Time: https://www.szantotime.com/ Hawaiian Lifeguard Watch: http://www.hawaiianlifeguardwatch.com/

    1h 8m

  6. 24 JUN

    Ep. #275 Custom Watches. Should They Be More Popular?

    Huge thanks to BOLDR Supply Co. for sponsoring this week's wrist check! Check out their products at: https://www.boldrsupply.co/ This week, Kaz and Mike sit down to talk about the world of custom and third-party customized watches. From smaller operations, to larger companies like Bamford, the guys explore options collectors have these days and chat through how they would approach a custom watch. Show Notes Forstner Watches: https://forstnerbands.com/collections/watches BOLDR Watches: https://www.boldrsupply.co/collections/all Raven Custom Department: https://ravenwatches.com/pages/custom-dept Bamford Watch Department: https://www.bamfordwatchdepartment.com/ Artisans de Geneve: https://www.artisansdegeneve.com/en/ Bamford MilSub: https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/the-bamford-heritage-milsub-a-modern-sub-with-all-the-bits-of-the-original-without-the-six-figure-bill Undone Watches: https://undone.com/

    1h 12m

  7. 10 JUN

    Ep. #274 We're Not Dead

    After some time away, Kaz and Mike return to talk about the future of TBWS and what to expect for the rest of the year. They share their frustrations when it comes to current trends in watch media and what it's been like to tackle new challenges like YouTube. Show Notes Forstner A-12: https://forstnerbands.com/products/forstner-a-12 Grand Seiko SBGV233: https://twobrokewatchsnobs.com/grand-seiko-quartz-review-my-grail-the-sbgv233/ Omega Speedmaster Professional White Dial: https://www.instagram.com/twobrokewatchsnobs/p/C7xXuEfSEhv/ CWC Sea Falcon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UvFtIDYSeh4 Citizen Promaster Dive Automatic NY0155-58X: https://www.citizenwatch.com/us/en/product/NY0155-58X.html Balance Cock Bugle: https://twobrokewatchsnobs.com/balance-cock-bugle-satire/

    1h 32m

  8. 1 MAY

    Ep. #273 Affordable Vintage Watches With Nick From DC Vintage Watches

    It's been a while since the "Affordable Vintage Watches" segment aired and now Mike & Kaz are bringing it back with a very special guest. Nick Ferrell runs DC Vintage Watches and specializes in vintage Seiko, Omega, and Heuer. Tune in as the guys run through Nick's professional journey, his passion for Seiko, what it's like sourcing watches and running the site, and more. Kaz & Nick even dive into some vintage Soviet watch talk. You'll also get to hear about some cool vintage Seiko models people might be missing out on while they're focusing on the hype pieces. Show notes: DCVW: https://www.dcvintagewatches.com/ Nodus Contrail GMT: https://www.noduswatches.com/contrail-gmt

    1h 6m
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Wrist watch Bar Talk and Horological Shenanigans at their finest. A wrist watch podcast about two friends sitting down every week for an honest, foul-mouthed discussion about all things watch related.

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  • Creator
    Two Broke Watch Snobs
  • Years Active
    2016 - 2024
  • Episodes
    279
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    Explicit
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