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Two Broke Watch Snobs Two Broke Watch Snobs
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4.6 • 190 Ratings
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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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Ep. #208 Revisiting Affordable Mechanical Chronographs
It's been a while since the guys have talked about it, but this week Kaz and Mike hope to highlight some of the best options in the mechanical chronograph space. Tune in to hear about the best movements to hunt for, some wacky eBay exercises, and mechanical chronograph watches under $1,000.
Plus site updates, TBWS team news, and more.
Show notes coming soon... -
Ep. #207: Brands We Know Nothing About: Sea-Gull
It’s back to business with a community favorite - watch brands we know nothing about! This time, Kaz and Mike dig into Sea-Gull, both as a brand and a massive manufacturer of movements supplied all over the world Tune in, and let us know about your experience with Sea-Gull watches.
Show Notes
Omega Seamaster 2254.50: https://www.instagram.com/p/CItXTdNL7FB/
Citizen Eco-Drive Promaster Diver: https://twobrokewatchsnobs.com/citizen-eco-drive-promaster-diver-review/
Sea-Gull: https://www.sea-gullmall.com/
Christopher Ward C65 Super Compressor: https://twobrokewatchsnobs.com/christopher-ward-c65-super-compressor/
The Balance Cock Bugle: https://twobrokewatchsnobs.com/the-balance-cock-bugle/
Wrist Hardware: https://wristhardware.com/
Sea-Gull Dual Time Zone: https://www.seagullwatchcompany.com/collections/watches/products/seagull-dual-time-zone-gmt-luminous-hands-automatic-watch-816-582
Interview with Sea-Gull GM: https://www.europastar.com/magazine/highlights/1004082674-tianjin-sea-gull-watch.html
The Mao Era in Objects (Wristwatches): https://maoeraobjects.ac.uk/object-biographies/wristwatches-%E6%89%8B%E8%A1%A8/ -
Ep. #206: When Does It End?
We’ve talked about the exit watch. We’ve talked about the perfect collection. And we’ve even talked about the one-watch collection. Whatever it is - what exactly does it look like when someone stops collecting watches and when someone reaches this seemingly ideal goal?
Can you still be called a collector? Join Mike and Kaz for a deep look into the psychology of watch collecting, the role social media plays, and the deeper issues involved with retail therapy. Plus, you’ll get to hear the guys talk about the recent Nautilus discontinuation and customizing watches with WMT. Tune in!
Show Notes
Crabcore: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Crabcore
Omega Seamaster 2254.50: https://www.instagram.com/p/CItXTdNL7FB/
WMT Royal Marine Subdiver: https://www.wmtwatches.com/product/royal-marine-subdiver-limited-100-pc-pre-order-shipping-date-end-of-sept-2020/
Invicta Pro Diver: https://twobrokewatchsnobs.com/invicta-pro-diver-review-8926ob/
Patek Nautilus 5711: https://www.gq.com/story/patek-philippe-discontinue-nautilus-5711 -
Ep. #205 Watch Resolutions 2021
The guys are back and it’s time for them to tackle the very first episode of 2021. In the interest of regrouping and setting themselves up for a successful year, Kaz and Mike reflect on their plans and resolutions as watch collectors. Things get fun, things get heavy, and you’ll even hear a few resolutions from the fine folks on the TBWS Slack channel. Tune in, and don’t forget to share your 2021 watch resolutions on the Facebook page and Instagram.
Show Notes
Omega Seamaster 2254.50: https://www.instagram.com/p/CItXTdNL7FB/
Casio G-Shock GW6900: https://www.casio.com/products/watches/g-shock/gw6900-1
New Omega Speedmaster Collection: https://www.fratellowatches.com/new-omega-speedmaster-professional-moonwatch/
Casio G-Shock DW6900JM20-8CR: https://limited.hodinkee.com/g-shock/ -
Ep. #204: The 2020 TBWS Best In Horology Awards Show!
Join TBWS for the last show of the year and another round of our Best In Horology Awards show. This one is packed full of new and returning categories - many of which were suggested by the fine folks on the TBWS Patreon Slack channel.
Happy holidays. Happy new year. We’ll see you in 2021!
Show Notes
Omega Seamaster 2254.50: https://www.instagram.com/p/CItXTdNL7FB/
CWC Royal Navy Diver: https://www.instagram.com/p/CIwMILMrn63/
G-Shock ‘Utility’ Watches: https://www.ablogtowatch.com/casio-announces-g-shock-utility-marble-series/
Doxa Sub 300 Aqualung: https://www.instagram.com/p/CIi5GG9rzXA/
G-Shock DBZ: https://www.gshock.com/watches/limited-edition/ga110jdb-1a4
Rolex Leopard Daytona: https://www.sothebys.com/en/auctions/ecatalogue/2019/important-watches-ge1904/lot.401.html
Rolex Yachtmaster II in yellow gold: https://www.rolex.com/watches/yacht-master/m116688-0002.html
Luminox BG Survival Model: https://luminox.com/collections/bear-grylls-survival-collection/products/bear-grylls-survival-master-series-3749
Richard Mille RM 25-01: https://www.richardmille.com/collections/rm-25-01-tourbillon-chronograph-adventure
Roger Dubuis Excalibur Superbia: https://www.rogerdubuis.com/en/excalibur-superbia-rddbex0821
Vacheron Overseas Perpetual: https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/vacheron-constantin-overseas-perpetual-calendar-ultra-thin-blue-now-with-gold-bracelet-introducing
Timex Camper Reissue: https://www.amazon.com/Timex-Camper-Black-Watch-TW2R58300/dp/B0758CK8FN/
Timex Snoopy USA: https://www.timex.com/timex-x-peanuts-standard-usa-40mm-leather-strap-watch/Timex-x-Peanuts-Standard-USA-40mm-Leather-Strap.html?dwvar_Timex-x-Peanuts-Standard-USA-40mm-Leather-Strap_color=Blue-Silver-Tone&cgid=timex-x-peanuts#start=1
Casio Mud-butt-master: https://www.ablogtowatch.com/casio-g-shock-mudmaster-gg-b100-watch-review/
Cartier Food Poisoning Watch: https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/cartier-prive-collection-tank-asymmetrique-introducing
Anordain Fume Dial: https://wornandwound.com/anordain-brings-their-stunning-fume-dials-to-the-model-1-in-four-variants/
Urwerk EMC Timehunter: https://www.ablogtowatch.com/urwerk-announces-limited-edition-emc-timehunter-stormtrooper/
H. Moser Streamliner: https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/h-moser-and-cie-streamliner-centre-seconds-introducing
JLC Tribute Reverson Duo: https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/the-jaeger-lecoultre-tribute-reverso-duo
ALS Triple-Split: https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/a-lange-and-sohne-triple-split-introducing
Konstantin Chaykin Mouse King: https://www.fratellowatches.com/konstantin-chaykin-mouse-king-watch-is-terrifying/#gref
Omega Speedmaster 321 Ed White: https://www.fratellowatches.com/breaking-news-the-new-steel-speedmaster-with-caliber-321-ed-white/ -
Ep. #203 Holiday Gift Guide 2020
It’s Kazmas!!!! Tune in for one of the most historic TBWS episodes of all time and listen for the ultimate wrist check. If you haven’t seen it on Instagram just yet, we’re happy to announce the Kaz finally scored the Omega Seamaster quartz “Brosnan” model. How exactly this came to be will warm your heart :)
Then, you’ll get some of the guys’ top picks for holiday gifts this year, all within a reasonable price range. Happy holidays!
Show Notes
Timex Camper Reissue: https://www.acquiremag.com/style/timex-japan-steel-camper-watch
Omega Seamaster 2541.80.00: https://www.jamesbondlifestyle.com/product/omega-seamaster-300m-quartz-25418000
Omega Globemaster: https://www.omegawatches.com/en-us/watches/constellation/globemaster/product
Marine Nationale: https://www.blurb.com/b/9912683-marine-nationale-english-language-edition
Watchistry: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=19Cwxnn2Iwg
How to make a watch drawer: http://www.thetimebum.com/2013/10/how-to-make-watch-drawer.html
Digital calipers: https://www.amazon.com/Digital-Caliper-Sangabery-inches-Vernier/dp/B07VSVMWTJ/
Bergeon spring bar tool: https://www.esslinger.com/bergeon-6767-f-watch-band-tool-swiss-spring-bar-tool/
Crown & Buckle: http://crownandbuckle.com/gift-card.html
Barton Bands: https://www.bartonwatchbands.com/products/gift-card?variant=29431102541
Spyderco Delica: https://www.bladehq.com/item--Spyderco-Delica-4-Knife-Flat-Ground--48918
Esslinger watch kit: https://www.esslinger.com/make-my-own-watch-kit/
Space Pen: https://www.spacepen.com/
Timex MKI: https://www.timex.com/mk1-aluminum-40mm-nylon-strap-watch/MK1-Aluminum-40mm-Nylon-Strap-Watch.html
Orient Bambino: https://www.longislandwatch.com/search_results_a/258.html?search=orient+bambino
Customer Reviews
Informative and entertaining
Two guys talking about what they’re passionate about. I’m not much of a watch guy and I still really enjoy listening due to their humor and passion, I think that says something.
Boring
So boring. I like the one guy, but Kaz’s voice and personality it grating.
One of the few non-boring watch podcasts
I love TBWS. Their humor and topics are actually unique. I usually am not a fan of most watch podcasts because they are sooooo boring and dry, just a bunch of dudes circle jerking the latest rolex release and talks about watches that the top 1% might care about.
NOT TBWS! These guys seem like dudes you’d actually want to hang out with.
Other watch podcasts please take note, TBWS knows how to make a entertaining podcast and not just a NPR sounding spec sheet reading crap podcast.