It is often said that one should never meet their heroes. However, Marc met one of his heroes on this podcast and has no regrets about it. Richard's stories about the early days of watches on the internet and his efforts in building a community were truly remarkable. We hope you enjoy this episode! If you’re a watch content creator, and/or attend events and participate in discussions about watches on platforms like Discord or Slack, then you, too, owe a debt of gratitude to Richard Paige. You can find Richard here on IG: https://www.instagram.com/rpaigewatchco/. Do go say thank you! Link to our Discord Community: https://discord.gg/3pfhUFPYFD 00:12 – Introduction00:46 – Wrist Checks03:42 – Richard Paige’s Bio06:35 – Richard’s early days – Paris 192511:22 – Taking Paris 1925 online - early ‘90s24:42 – The very first online brand collabs33:44 – What are WIS, from the man who coined the term!37:44 – The challenges of running TimeZone.com46:35 – Herding cats, I mean keeping TZers in check49:26 – The brands vs. Richard Paige51:11 – Adding subforums on TZ53:37 – The next generation55:47 – Why did he sell TZ, and Marc’s terrible Godfather impression1:02:25 – Richard’s perspective after the sale1:07:30 – 11 years between TZ and Rpaige Watch Co.1:13:14 – The future of large-scale watch production in the USA1:15:06 – Advice for new watchmakers1:17:34 – THANK YOU to Richard Paige1:18:11 – Listener Question1:24:27 – Goodbyes1:25:04 – T2C OUT!

In this episode, the hosts take a reflective journey through their inaugural year of podcasting. They share their delightful surprises and standout moments that shaped their experience, offering a glimpse into the laughter and challenges that accompanied their journey. Together, they ponder the exciting possibilities that lie ahead, weaving in a selection of thoughtful quements from their listeners. Link to our Discord Community: https://discord.gg/3pfhUFPYFD 00:13 – Introduction00:51 – Wrist Checks04:21 – Initial podcast goals12:13 – Marc’s on-air initiation13:40 – The Canadian Watch Community15:43 – How Marc got things going17:57 – How it was for us at the beginning21:56 – Any regrets with the Show format23:40 – Personal collecting goals27:25 – Perception of podcasting vs. reality32:11 – Stand-out moments after 26 episodes38:02 – I can’t believe I said that42:01 – Stand-out guests44:50 – Guests making us nervous47:18 – Dream guests55:47 – Would you do it all over again?56:49 – The future of the Pod1:00:15 – Goals for year 21:04:14 – Listener Quements1:31:05 – Closing1:31:59 – T2C OUT!

The guys engage in a lively conversation with Marc’s new employer, Jose Miranda, who is the co-founder of Isotope Watches. Known for his warm demeanor and approachable nature, Jose stands out as one of the most compassionate figures in the watch industry. His designs reflect a perfect blend of innovation and creativity, drawing inspiration from diverse influences while simultaneously inspiring others in the craft. Isotope Watches: https://isotopewatches.com/ Isotope on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/isotopewatches/ Isotope North America on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/isotopewatchesna/ 0:13 – Intro (yes, Marc said Episode 24) 00:47 – Wrist Checks 02:33 – Marc’s Relationship with Isotope 09:22 – The story behind the Lacrima Logo 16:24 – Guiding principles behind Isotope Watch Design 22:55 – Isotope’s Origin Story 29:57 – Challenges with movements and components 32:48 – The inspiration for the Moonshot Chronograph 42:24 – Collaborations, past, present, and future 45:04 – Marc’s Seconde/Seconde idea 53:24 – About the upcoming OVNI watch 1:02:31 – Winning the AuroChronos Innovation Award 1:07:55 – Why Isotope attends so many shows 1:11:13 – Feedback from fans, showgoers, and customers 1:16:16 – Glutton for punishment 1:24:20 – Jose’s collecting habits 1:32:23 – Kyle’s awesome Omega Z-33 1:35:23 – Goodbyes, T2C out! To see Jose's Grandmother's famous clock: https://www.moma.org/collection/works/139247 The damaskus watches Jose was talking about: https://www.goswatches.com/ To see Jose's IWC/Porsche Design: https://everywatch.com/iwc/porsche-design-world-time-alarm/watch-10136572

The guys had a fantastic opportunity to chat with Felix Wallner, the CEO of Hanhart Watches. Their conversation flowed effortlessly and was filled with insights into watchmaking and the unique philosophy behind Hanhart's craftsmanship. Hanhart watches: https://www.hanhart.com/ T2C Discord community: https://discord.gg/3pfhUFPYFD 00:14 Introduction 01:00 Wrist Checks 04:11 Felix’s Vancouver Timepiece Show experience 07:22 Felix and the flamethrower! 08:44 Felix’s Hanhart origin story 13:14 Hanhart’s direction since Felix took over 16:11 About Hanhart’s 1930s facility 19:19 Dealing with old machinery in the modern age 21:16 Hanhart after the war 26:05 Hanhart and Quartz 27:22 Collaborations 28:30 Legacy watchmaking and new horizons 31:56 Innovations in the new 417ES 36:13 Felix’s involvement in new designs and production 38:58 About the Primus series 43:02 About the Preventor 45:42 Marc makes a funny 47:20 About the Aquasphere 53:19 Hanhart and the Toronto Timepiece Show 54:24 Teasers for the future 56:42 Listener questions 1:03:39 Goodbyes  

Lucy is an extraordinary personality in the world of horology. Her joy and enthusiasm are infectious. If you don't already follow her on Instagram and YouTube, we highly recommend doing so. Lucy's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewatchboxdiaries/ Timetolume's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/time_to_lume/ Lucy's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TheWatchBoxDiaries Paulin Watches: https://www.paulinwatches.com/ Our Discord Community: https://discord.gg/mXYnpfsP 00:12  -  Introduction 01:46  -  Wrist Checks 05:35  -  The watch that started it all 09:06  -  The importance of watch events and gatherings 12:53  -  Balancing Paulin Watches & The Watch Box Diaries 14:29  -  The very beginning, The 60(ish) Seconds Reviews 16:16  -  The process of making longer-form YouTube Content 18:38  -  Online demographics 22:30  -  Women Talking Watches 26:21  -  In the beginning, there was Michael Kors 29:14  -  Managing a full-time job and creating YouTube Content 31:12  -  Landing the Paulin role 33:52  -  The stories behind the watches 35:14  -  Advice for those who want to become creators 37:57  -  What’s next for the watch box 42:23  -  Chris Antzoulis’ question for Lucy https://www.instagram.com/poppingcrowns/ 47:15  -  Ken @centralseconds’ question for Lucy https://www.instagram.com/centralseconds/ 48:58  -  About @timetolume – Lucy’s other half 52:29  -  Caroline’s journey into the abyss we call watches 55:45  -  Odin visits the Giant Tiger 56:31  - Can I pet that dog? https://www.youtube.com/shorts/mZH5gIGoLQk 57:00  -  Goodbyes

The guys meet with Jason Hutton, organizer of the Timepiece Shows, to recap the recent Vancouver event. If you have never attended one of these Canadian events, the next one will take place in Toronto this September, and we highly recommend that you go. 00:14  -  Introduction 00:53  -  Wrist Checks 08:53  -  Travelling to Vancouver 17:58  -  Favorite moments at the Vancouver Timepiece Show https://www.timepieceshow.com/ 30:03  -  The standout watches from the Show 41:23  -  The standout people from the Show 52:01  -  Extracurricular activities outside of the Show 59:58  -  The TGN/Marathon/Roldorf Event on Sunday evening https://thegreynato.com/ https://www.marathonwatch.com/ https://shop.roldorf.co/ 1:06:27  -  Show aftereffects 1:12:08  -  Near future projects/plans 1:17:42  -  Full steam ahead to the Toronto Timepiece Show 1:23:22  -  The Launch of The Calibrated Wrist Magazine https://thecalibratedwrist.com/ 1:28:00  -  Plugging The Tale of Two Wristies Podacast Coming soon: https://www.instagram.com/ataleoftwowristies/ 1:29:00  - Goodbye – see you in two weeks!

The guys recap their trips to the UK and Switzerland, and discuss their upcoming trip to the Vancouver Timepiece Show, where all three will meet in person for the second time! 00:13  -  Introduction 00:59  -  Wrist checks 04:02  -  Watches we are bringing to the Vancouver Timepiece Show - - https://www.timepieceshow.com/ 06:13  -  Brent talks about The Calibrated Wrist Print Magazine - https://thecalibratedwrist.com/the-magazine/ 10:05  -  Marc makes a funny 11:06  -  Working with Jose from Isotope at the Show - https://isotopewatches.com/ 13:35  -  Bob recaps his UK Trip in greater detail 18:39  -  The watches that stood out to us from British Watchmakers Day - https://britishwatchmakers.com/ 24:29  -  Brent recaps his Geneva Trip in greater detail - https://www.watchesandwonders.com/ 30:09  -  Other plans in/around the Vancouver Show 35:15  -  New releases that have captured our hearts 41:14  -  About the travelling watch roadshow – coming to a town near you! 45:22  -  About the T2C Discord Community – Click to join: https://discord.gg/ywmFq7KB 50:31  -  Our thoughts on the upcoming CW release - https://www.christopherward.com/ 54:44  - Goodbye and see you in 2 weeks!

Unfortunately, we had to proceed without Bob for this recording, as he was unable to join us. However, Adam was an exceptional guest. He is the co-founder and current President of the RedBar Group, serves as a Louis Vuitton Watch Prize Juror, and is a member of the GPHG Academy. Here's where you can keep up with Adam: https://www.instagram.com/craniotes/ Information on the Louis Vuitton Watch Prize: https://www.louisvuittonwatchprize.com/ Details about the GPHG: https://gphg.org/en Other sites and shows we discuss: https://www.watchesandwonders.com/en/geneva-2025/event https://www.timetowatches.com/ https://www.timezone.com/ https://www.watchuseek.com/ Our wrist check: Adam Marc Brent 00:14  -  Introduction 01:07  -  Wrist checks 05:54  -  About our guest 08:07  -  Adam’s time on TimeZone.com 13:22  -  Adam’s watches origin story 16:42  -  What makes Adam pull the trigger on a watch 19:30  -  Why are affordable watches important 21:54  -  Adam’s time working at Macy’s HQ 24:47  -  Adam’s gravitas and storytelling in watches 27:51  -  How Adam got involved with Revolution Magazine 29:55  -  What makes a successful editor, including a great beard 35:37  -  The role of a watch writer 38:16  -  Brent and Adam’s takes on the 2025 Geneva Shows 46:51  -  Difference between the shows now and way back when 52:40  -  About RedBar, and is it what he always wanted it to be 1:02:57  -  How does RedBar work 1:08:42  -  About being a juror for the Luis Vuitton Watch Prize 1:12:15  -  About the GPHG Academy and being a member 1:15:21  -  Adam’s JLC Navy Seals story 1:20:55  -  What is next for Adam’s Collection 1:23:21  -  What does the future hold 1:24:26  -  Thank yous and goodbyes You can follow us here: Marc = https://www.instagram.com/marctime2watch/ Brent = https://www.instagram.com/calibre321/ Bob = https://www.instagram.com/timetogo1978/ The Show = https://www.instagram.com/time2calibrate/ Thank you for listing, please like, review and subscribe.

While Brent endures a visit to Switzerland for Watches & Wonders, Bob and Marc converse with the delightful Marshall Sutcliffe from the extremely popular Wristwatch Revival YouTube channel. www.youtube.com/@WristwatchRevival 00:14  -  Introduction 00:45  -  Wrist check 03:37  -  About our Guest Marshall Sutcliffe 05:56  -  Wristwatch Revival Origin Story 11:25  -  The gear and process to film a WR episode 13:57  -  The crazy glue and monkey wrench story 15:18  -  Marshall’s “grail” watches 16:51  -  Is Marshall a watch collector? 18:57  -  Does he work on modern watches? 21:13  -  Finding watch victims 22:07  -  Marshall’s favorite restoration (bring a Kleenex box) 26:32  -  Challenges in watchmaking – NO MORE DATE DISPLAYS 30:20  -  Which screw goes where now? 32:39  -  Oopsies! 36:20  -  Pleasant surprise 39:34  -  Sutcliffe Hanson - https://sutcliffehansen.com/ 42:14  - Marc tells a funny joke 44:57  -  Expanding beyond just tools 47:03  -  The future of the Sutcliffe Media Empire 48:21  -  Advice for getting started in watchmaking 52:19  -  Listener questions for Marshall 01:09:09  -  Thank you for being on the show Marshall! 01:10:10  -  T2C OUT

The guys talk timepieces with Alexandre Voirin, winner of the GPHG Revival Award for his work on the Longines Avigation BigEye, and now head of Carlingue Watches.   0:00      Intro 0:36      Shoutout to listener Carl of Liverpool 1:03      Introduction to Alexandre Voirin 2:28      Wristchecks 5:14      Alexandre's experience at Alain Silberstein 8:20      Moving to Switzerland from France for Longines 12:45    From graphic design to product design 15:00    Striking a balance between heritage design and contemporary expectations 17:50    The GPHG for the Longines Avigation BigEye 20:15    In a big organization like Longines, who decides what gets made? 23:00    The Spirit Collection 27:25    The time between idea and execution 30:35    The watch that got away 32:00     Leaving Longines to start Carlingue 34:20     Working on your own vs working for a big name brand 38:10     How working with Longines has helped with founding Carlingue 40:30     Describing the Carlingue collections and ethos 49:20     Thanks and outro   Carlingue Watches  

This week the guys share podcasting duties with guest host Jason Hutton of ZENEA Watches and the Timepiece Show Series. They talk about upcoming projects, pet peeves, and hot takes for 2025.   0:00      Intro 0:36      Wristchecks 4:00      State of the podcast 7:25      A trip to British Watchmakers 8:26      The first print version of The Calibrated Wrist 13:00    SeL and the Tremecs Project 20:45    Vancouver Timepiece Show, Toronto on the horizon and a new horological awards program 32:00    Pet peeves and hot takes 59:45    Future guests, thanks, and outro   Vancouver Timepiece Show  

This week the guys meet with RJ Broer of Fratello Watches. They talk about the Speedmaster and Speedy Tuesday, the MoonSwatch, and how there is no such thing as watch journalism.   0:00      Intro 1:20      Wristchecks 2:35      RJ’s early watches 4:30      RJ’s first OMEGA Speedmaster 10:00    Timezone.com 16:00    Watchuseek 17:00    Speedy Tuesday 23:00    The MoonSwatch 35:45    The birth of Fratello 40:30    No such thing as watch journalism 45:00    RJ becomes a writer as a result of watch collecting 47:00    RJ’s next watch 49:00    Questions from the audience: Trust and the ST3 54:45    Thanks and Outro     Show Notes: Fratello Watches

This week the guys sit down with William Massena of Massena LAB. They talk about the early days of Timezone, why watches are tools, the origins of Massena LAB, and what Massena would do with Rolex.   0:00      Intro 0:55      Wristchecks 3:05      Massena’s early days on Timezone and the IWC conspiracy 10:40    Ashford, WatchNet, Antiquorum, and the rebirth of Timezone 15:00    Massena’s foray into watch journalism 16:15    How Massena’s taste in watches has changed over time 19:30    How Massena began collecting at the age of seven 21:30    Watches are tools 22:45    The impulse to start Massena LAB 28:15    Massena’s favourite collaborations 31:00    Collaborations by others that impress Massena 34:10    The importance of GPHG and other awards 35:10    The Massena LAB brand 38:10    Why Massena remains excited about watches and what he’s looking for this year 40:45    Studio Underd0g, Fears, and travelling with Richard Benc 42:15    What Massena would do with a Rolex     Show Notes: Massena LAB Timezone

Marc and Brent welcome Ariel Adams of aBlogtoWatch while Bob relaxes on the beaches of Cartegena. The three discuss personal collecting, the watch industry, and the role of new media. Ariel also makes bold predictions for the future.   0:00      Intro 1:22      Wristchecks 5:10      LA fires raging in Ariel’s hometown 7:12      Firefighting watches 12:48    From aBlogtoRead to a aBlogtoWatch 16:22    Ariel’s early podcast days with John Biggs 22:53    The emergence and slow acceptance of new media 27:25    The luxury industry today 28:38    What makes an “interesting” watch 30:03    Appreciating the full spectrum of the watch world 34:42    Watches we keep vs watches we wear 36:52    The dark side of social media 40:55    “Friends don’t let friends buy above retail” 44:20    The role of watch media 47:56    Career advice 52:35    Sponsored content and advertising 57:15    Ariel’s favourite part of the watch space 58:54    The best and the worst of the watch industry—plus, some bold predictions for the future   Show Notes: aBlogtoWatch Pet Straps

The guys welcome Chris Salih from the YouTube channel @WatchChris to discuss favourite releases of 2024, creativity, workflow, and a special upcoming collaboration!   0:00      Intro 1:35      Wristchecks 5:15      Watch highlights from 2024 7:40      Chris discusses his day job in finance and the genesis of his watch habit 10:45    How high finance influences Chris’ YouTube channel 13:25    Teddy Baldassarre and other influences 15:30    Chris talks workflow 18:20    Creativity, inspiration, audience, and YouTube strategy 23:40    What constitutes a “good” watch for Chris 27:00    The future of @WatchChris 30:15    Watch collaborations and the Gotham Watch Club 33:05    Imposter syndrome, passion, and self belief 36:15    Favourite videos and surprise hits 39:30    Thoughts on watches in 2025 44:45    Final thoughts and thanks     Show Notes: WatchChris

This week, the guys review their watch purchases from 2024 and discuss their favourite releases. They also offer up recommendations for the holidays, including watch-related gifts, good podcasts, worthy reads, and entertaining TV shows & documentaries. ____________________________________________________________ 0:00 Intro 1:05 Wristchecks 4:50 Watches that have come and gone in your collections 18:15 Favourite watch releases of 2024 23:20 Watch related gift ideas 29:35 Recomendations for holiday viewing 34:00 Recommendations for holiday listening 40:00 Recommendations for holiday reading 43:30 Pursuits and projects for 2025 48:15 Watch prospects for 2025   Favourite watch releases: FOiS from OMEGA Bel Canto from Christopher Ward Micromilspec Milgraph   Gift ideas: Coton Carrier G2 Slout Sling Harness Bergeon Watch Tools Wolf Watch Winder   Holiday viewing: Dark TV Series The Watchmaker’s Apprentice  Maestro in Blue   Holiday listening: Anthropocene Reviewed Tales from the Tribe The Moth Podcast   Holiday reading: Mainspring Watch Hands of Time: A Watchmaker’s History  Never, by Ken Follet

The guys sit down with guest host, Dan Mann from @thedansome on Instagram, to discuss The Twelve Days of Dansome, his salon quality hair, and whether he is wearing pants…or not. The four tackle audience questions in their first ever Q & A session. Thanks to all those who submitted!   0:00      Intro 0:55      Would the real Dan Mann, please stand up? 2:00      Wristchecks 3:45      Q1: Is there a watch that got away? 7:35      Q2: If you could only wear one style of watch, what would it be? 11:15    The Twelve Days of Dansome 18:35    Q3: What’s the best meal you ever ate, and wear did you eat it? 23:15    Q4: Bel Canto Original or Classic? 24:05    Q5: How many licks to the centre of a tootsie pop? 24:45    Q6: LumiNova or Tritium tubes? 32:05    Q7: What keeps you going in the watch hobby? 38:40    Q8: Where will the watch market be in twenty years? 46:30    Q9: If you could time travel, where would you go, and what would your watch need to do? 50:28    Q10: What does your favourite watch say about you? 53:15    Q11: Will big watches ever be back in style? 58:10    Q12: Is there a brand that could use a makeover, and what would you like to see as a Swatch collab? 1:08:05     Q13: What is the watch you own with the most historical significance? 1:13:35     Q14: What watch do you propose as an entry level EDC piece? 1:19:18    Q15: What’s the biggest shock/surprise you’ve had since starting the podcast? 1:23:40     Outro   Show Notes:   @thedansome   Just the Watch: Which is brighter? Tritium vs. Superluminova    

The guys sit down with Zach Weiss, cofounder of Worn & Wound, the Wind Up Shop, and the Wind Up Series of Watch Fairs (New York, Chicago, San Francisco). They discuss Zach’s journey as a creator and a businessman, as well as the rapid growth of Worn & Wound as a media giant in the watch space.   0:00      Intro 0:50      Wristchecks 1:51      Zach’s early journey in watches (Tourneau’s Time Machine, Kenjo, and more) 6:10      What Zach looks for in a watch…now and then 9:22      Zach almost becomes a watch designer for MZ Berger 11:25    Creative synergy and choosing the right team (accidentally?) for Worn & Wound 14:32    Worn & Wound moves from niche to market giant 16:55    A crowded house: Zach’s take on standout releases for 2024 19:40    Affordable watchmakers raising the bar 20:50    Calibre vs aesthetics 24:15    Worn & Wound, YouTube, and emerging social media platforms 29:50    Building walls: separating editorial from commercial content 37:40    Critiquing vs criticizing 40:30    Collaborations and exclusive launches 45:20    The Brooklyn offices of Worn & Wound and a day in the life 49:50    Zach’s journey in photography 54:30    The Worn & Wound podcast schedule 1:05:20               Authenticity, joy, and…burnout   Show Notes:   Worn & Wound    

Bob loses his voice, Robi gets stuck in the soul-sucking traffic of Toronto, and Marc holds down the fort with the Mysterious Mr. P (Steven Parker) and Jody Musgrove of Erebus Watches and the popular YouTube Channel Just One More Watch.   0:00      Intro 1:00      Wristchecks 2:45      How Jody and Mr. P got into watches 6:05      The genesis of ‘Just One More Watch’ 7:25      Mr P and Jody meet for the first time 9:15      Is it Dr. Jody Musgrove? 12:15    When watches became a career for Jody 14:35    The Sydney Opera House 16:15    YouTube pulls the plug on Jody 22:30    Jody and Mr P dive into Erebus Watches 27:50    Would the real Steven Parker please stand up 30:00    How experience informed design at Erebus 33:18    The pros and cons of an Aussie base 35:30    Conflict of interest??? 36:40    Devil’s in the details at Erebus 39:40    Prototyping 41:15    Working with a designer 42:10    The future of Erebus 47:50    Size matters 51:30    Erebus and Wind Up New York 54:40    When are you coming to Canada??? 58:35    Words of WISdom   Show Notes: Erebus Watches Just One More Watch Wristwatch Revival

The guys take a deep dive into craftsmanship, innovation, and bombproof watches with Andrew McLean of SeL Instruments. Show Notes: (0:00) - Intro (00:40) – Wristcheck (02:00) – Andrew’s Canadian roots (02:50) – Andrew’s past work in military contracting /w McLean Underwood & Co. (05:30) – Personal experience vs research & development (08:40) – SeL’s timepiece testing process (11:40) – SeL’s integrated and vertical manufacturing processes (17:15) – The importance of “American Made” (20:55) – Andrew’s journey into engineering (23:35) – SeL’s new facilities in Tucson, Arizona (25:50) – Tempus Ghost, skunkworks, and passion projects (28:35) – Listening to consumer criticism & feedback while maintaining the SeL philosophy (34:40) – SeL Omnidiver Xos 42 and Labyrinth Flux (42:40) – The SeL ball bearing bezel piston indexing system (47:48) – Release date for the Omnidiver Xos 42 & the Minutes and Hours Watch Show in Austin, Texas (55:00) – Andrew’s customized Lamborghini Gallardo (56:30) – Authenticity and truth in advertising (1:01:05) – The SeL Revere (1:03:30) – Future plans and watches for SeL (chronographs, development projects, and insane divers)   Links: SeL Instrument SeL Instrument YouTube