16 episodes
The Grumpy Collector The Grump (Troy McHenry)
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5.0 • 10 Ratings
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Join, your host and incurable collector, Troy McHenry, as he navigates the modern zeitgeist of "stuff" and what it means to be a collector in the 21st century, such as avoiding the mental and financial pitfalls of hype cycles, product drops, and FOMO. A discussion of watches (every odd numbered episode), contemporary collectibles and consumer culture (every even numbered episode), including both the hidden gems and underrated as well as uncovering the bloated and mediocre. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-grumpy-collector/support
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Watches & Wonders Recap As Only The Grump Can Do It!
At this point we all know the major releases that were Watches & Wonders 2023, THE largest trade show of the year for the Swiss and broader watch industry. But, do you know which were the strongest and weakest offerings as gauged by the Grump? We'll pick apart the new releases by Rolex, Patek Philippe, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Panerai, IWC, Cartier, Vacheron, and many others. If you are looking for the most comprehensive yet curated review of all the new watch releases, you've come to the right place.
As always, show notes for this and all past episodes can be found at www.TheGrumpyCollector.com.
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The Trifecta Episode! Travel Tips, State of the Watch Collection, and Watch Predictions for 2023!
The grump has been away for awhile, but is BACK! We get caught up hearing about traveling through Europe with just a single watch (gasp!), the state of the watch collection (what watches were added and removed during 2022), and finally what are the Grump's predictions for watches in 2023. It's a full packed episode, hope you enjoy!
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2022 New York City Watch Week Review!!!
Get the scoop on all the activities, events, and parties during the first ever New York Watch Week, aka the trifecta of watch events that took place between October 19-23, 2022. This included RedBar Global Meetup, WatchTime NYC, and Worn & Wound's Wind Up Watch Fair. Hear first-hand what it was like to attend all the events and things to keep in mind if you want to attend similar events in the future. Learn from the Grump's mistakes!
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The Curious Case of the Jaeger-LeCoultre Lamp Post Clock
This episode is a reading of my story that was recently published on www.StrictlyVintageWatches.com all about Jaeger-LeCoultre Lamp Post Clocks along with some amusing anecdotes and side stories. We go DEEP into the fascinating variations of these clocks, when they were made, and what a potential collector or owner should look for in one.
The show notes for this and every episode can always be found at: www.TheGrumpyCollector.com.
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To store or not to store, that is the question. All the things to consider when selecting the perfect watch box or case
The world of watches is literally flooded with options to store and transport your watches. In this episode we break down all the various options on the market, their pros and cons and the things you should keep in mind when selecting your next watch box, case, tool roll or watch tube. I've grappled with the idea of the perfect watch box for over a decade and have a pile of discarded watch boxes to prove it. Learn from the Grump so you don't make similar mistakes along your watch journey.
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Meet Gary Slayen! Boomerang, Kite, Car, and Watch Collector, Enthusiast, and Dear Friend
For this episode I interview passionate collection and enthusiast Gary Slayen! Gary and I go deep into his many passions and collections as well as probe into his criteria for what makes a great watch, boomerang, and kite. Gary is one of those rare collectors who can see beyond brand names and marketing to truly uncover quality without the hype.
Show notes can be found at: www.TheGrumpyCollector.com.
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Customer Reviews
Nice listen but infrequent
It’s a great listen and not cliche ..Life happens but wish it was more structured based on frequency
Great topics!
Really ending the show! I wanted a podcast that dug into the watch world, but it’s nice to have some of the other topics to ponder. Strongly recommend!
Where have you been??
Good show and great, original material. Where have you been though??? We need more episodes!