James and Ken are joined by Vu Bui. Vu is one half of the watch power couple behind the fantastic 'This Watch Life' podcast. We chat about gear, cameras, EDC, coffee, woodworking, and of course watches. . . Show Notes Episode 42 - Vu Bui . Wrist Check. Vu - Otsuka Lotec No. 6 James - Doxa Sub 200T on Veblenist strap Ken - IWC 3706 . Mentioned: Snow…

In today's episode we talk about some of the latest watch releases that have caught our attention! Longines Spirit Zulu Time 39 Titanium Oris Divers Sixty-Five Forest Green NOMOS Ahoi 38 Date Atlantic Omega Aqua Terra 150m KUDOKE Infinity Omega Specialties Paris 2024 Bronze Gold Edition

In this episode we let AI take over and assess the level of Lydia's watch enthusiasm. How does she do?

In today's episode we discuss the Rolex Perpetual Planet Initiative because they dropped a new video about the initiative on the Rolex YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/M3MhwWbHsdM?si=fdhtRPf-k9DMlRNw

In this episode we discuss the Elvis watch that Lydia photographed for Alexander Bitar, who donated it to be sold at the Saint-Tropez Gala One charity auction to raise money for One Drop Foundation.

Bo is back! James and Bo talk EDC, Watches, Bags, collecting philosophies, Film, and a wee bit of Star Wars. (James waffle warning!). . Show Notes. . Wrist Check. Bo - Seiko Baby Monster (See IG Post) James - Omega Railmaster 36mm on a Veblenist strap . Mentioned: Leatherman Skeletool Baltic Hermetique Night Mode Timor Modern Field 100 The James Br…

In today's episode we reference a recent video by Britt Pearce where she listed the most iconic watches from a bunch of different brands. We discuss these icons... and disagree with at least one of her takes! Britt's video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BWztKLNo0XI

In this episode we talk about a new page on our website where we attempt to create more transparency about our own relationships with watch brands, based on what we'd love to see from others. Let us know what you think! https://www.thiswatchlife.com/transparency

In today's episode we discuss some of the gold medals won at the Olympics recently where the athletes were wearing watches during the competitions. We reference this article by Katherine Arteche: These Female Track Athletes All Won Gold Wearing This Omega Aqua Terra And these are the watches that these gold medalists all wore: THE SEAMASTER AQUA TE…

In today's episode we answer a question from @realwatchbrothers about what watch from the past we would want brought back into modern production.

In this episode we are talking about Omega being the official timekeeper of the Olympics. What does that even mean? And we also talk a bit about two of their novelties: Omega Seamaster Heritage Olympics Models Specialties Paris 2024 Bronze Gold Edition

James and Philip chat about Omega and the Olympics, EV's Non booze, sunglasses, and of course Watches. . . Show Notes. Episode 43 . . Wrist Check. Philip - Tag Heuer CS3111 on 2 Stitch Straps. James - Doxa Sub 200T on Erika’s Original strap . Mentioned: 2 Stitch Straps Highline Farringdon Strap Seiko Thailand SPB443 Omega Paris 2024 Bronze Gold Edi…

In this episode we discuss a bunch of topics, like the fact that it seems that children don't love our podcast as much as their parents seem to... and the fact that yet another fireman has come forward as someone who uses dumpster fires as topics of conversation. We also announce that we are taking next week off, and will be back on August 5th! On …

In this episode we answer a question from Stephen Fox, asking what American micro-brands we are interested in. We took a loosey goosey approach to "micro-brands", but talk about some really cool watchmakers and brands. Lorca Model No. 1 GMT Shinola The Mechanic 39mm Weiss 38mm Automatic Standard Issue Field Watch RGM model 151-G “Pilot” RGM 801-COE…

In today's episode we discuss the recently announced competing watches for the 2024 GPHG Awards. Some favorites of ours are in the running, but also some watches and brands we have never even heard of!

NOTE: This episode is full of advice based on our own experiences, and we are sharing it in the spirit of our own best practices and things to consider. It's not at all meant to be a comprehensive guide to fool-proof security, and doesn't even cover all of our thoughts or practices on the matter. Do what you think is best! In this episode we answer…

In this episode we answer questions from @syktgrei, Wayne, and @onceuponatimetherewerewatches about a few subjects, like whether TAG Heuer should go back to just being Heuer, and whether we have had watches that had bad associations with them that made us not love them (spoiler, yes we have).

James, Ken, and Philip talk about the usual watch based stuff with a perhaps side of both sport and Porsche adjacent chat. With their first on-air 'booze but not' tasting thrown in. . . Wrist Check. James - Doxa Sub 200T on Veblenist strap Ken - Sangin Overlord on Benrus blue strap Philip - Halios Seafourth 4 . Mentioned: Yobokies bracelet Hodinkee…

In today's episode we kind of answer a question from Saul MacNeil about receiving watches as gifts, though we really focused more on watches as gifts in general. Also we answer another question about liking your own collection too much in a way that makes it heard to know what to wear.

In today's episode we talk about the rise of mono-brand boutiques in watches. Is this the future of watch purchases? And is this even a new phenomenon?

In today's episode we talk about summer watch strap options and why you would choose some over others. We also dive into Delugs CTS rubber straps! NOTE: Delugs gave us some straps, including the rubber ones we talk about in today's episode, and we get to keep them. No money exchanged hands and they did not get any approval or input into the content…

In this episode we discuss two of the reports that were just published from Swatch Group and Richemont. Although some brands and some models of watches may be doing better than ever, there are definitely others that are suffering.

In today's episode we were inspired by a question from @officially_uncertified about which category of watch we would choose if we could only wear one for the rest of our lives. The problem, however, is how these categories are even defined!

James, Ken, and Philip talk about the usual mix of Watches, cars, sunglasses, outdoor gear, and the first of the new 'booze but not' segments, where, in an effort to combat our encroaching middle age, we talk about the latest low alcohol/ non alcoholic drinks we've tried. . . Show Notes Episode 40 - Watches, Land Rovers, Sunglasses, Booze but not, …

It's new watch day! Vu finally was able to purchase an Otsuka Lotec No. 6. This has been years in the making, and so far it seems that it was worth the wait. We talk all about this amazing watch and its maker, Jiro Katayama who created Otsuka Lotec. You can see photos of the watch at @thiswatchlifepodcast.…

In today's episode we answer a question from @anotherwristshot about what watches we would choose INSTEAD of the watches we own. What if we were in an alternate reality where we made slightly different choices in watches, but for the same purposes. Watches mentioned in this episode: Tudor Black Bay 58 GMT Tudor Black Bay 58 Bronze Blancpain Fifty F…

In this episode we answer questions from @watch_girl_life and Mike S, about whether or not we can trust watch media and also about what it means for a watch to be perfect.

In today's episode we answer a question from listener Wayne about the future of watches. Specifically, what brands will still be relevant 100 years from now? We do a dive into the past and the future to try and come up with some answers.

In today's episode we talk about our own history with watch photography, why it's interesting to us, what is great about posting watch photos to Instagram, and why Vu is completely bored with his own photos.

Today we answer some questions from our email inbox! Hugo, Kordel, Dewey and Bruce all asked great questions that lead to some interesting conversation.

In this episode we talk about a watch we have been borrowing for a month or so, the Atelier Wen Perception Xia. Can a 3000 EUR Chinese watch measure up against other watches in that price range, or even higher? And does Vu already want to buy one? NOTE: We have borrowed this watch directly from Atelier Wen. We will be sending it back when we are do…

In this episode we discuss time travel with watches, Rolex availability, and Lydia tells the story of her IWC 3706 which she bought in Tokyo on a whim! These are answers to questions from @dialupper, @tusharchaudhary, and @swizzmamba.

In this episode we discuss the thing that draws us into a watch first and makes us start to want it! Or if there even IS a first thing! This came from a question by @anne_gmann.

In this episode we talk about the new MoonSwatch releases and what shifted Lydia's perspective on them. And we also celebrate that some of our friends were just announced on the Watchonista 30 under 30 list. Britt's new MoonSwatch video

James, Ken and Philip chat about the Fan Dance race, the WatchIT watch show, along with a regular sprinkling of Watches, Bags and schtuff. . . Show Notes. . Wrist Check. James - Hamilton Khaki aviation Pioneer Pilot on Veblenist strap Ken - IWC 3706 on Zulu Alpha otan strap. Philip - Rolex Explorer 2 on green Highline Farringdon strap. . Mentioned:…

In today's episode we each build a 2-watch collection for $3000. This idea came in as a question from @magpie_memoirs. Who do you think build the better collection? Lydia: Oris Divers Sixty Five Cotton Candy Swatch Clearly New Gent Vu: Grand Seiko SBGX261 Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical

In today's episode we talk about Vu's new watch, and the interesting way Lydia gave it to him.

In today's episode we talk about whether or not we could share a watch, what we think of Longines watches, discuss how we sell watches, and what watch we think would be a great 60th birthday watch! A jam packed episode thanks to questions by @daydreaming_watches, @ipatjeeex, @from.lugtolug, and @watch_girl_life.…

In today's episode we discuss whether it makes sense to buy one nice watch or split your budget into smaller watches, modding watches, our YouTube channel and dream OP colors! Questions by @jdavid573, @tiberisnatator, @faysal_and_his_watches, and @therubyhour.

In this episode we answer a question from @james_kenneth about getting jaded with watches. And boy does Vu have a rant about this.

James and Ken have a good chin wag about watches, dancing with fans, beer, bags, food, and, more watches. . Show Notes. . Wrist Check. James - Tudor Blackbay 54 Ken - Halios Seafourth IV . Mentioned: Fan Dance event Redbar Bristol Farer Mono Chrono (See IG Post) Farer World Timer Patek Philippe World Timer in Platinum (See IG Post) Bold Timepieces …

In this episode we discuss some of the new strap products that Delugs launched yesterday (but there are even more that we didn't talk about!) that we have just spent a week trying out, we talk about Lydia's plans for her annual midsummer photo, and we let you all know how we want to disclose our relationships with watch and watch related companies!…

In today's episode we answer a question from @adriantpt about where, in price, you start to really notice a difference in quality. As often is the case, it's not an easy question!

In this episode we answer questions about our watch collections from @weijiejia, @kctimeshare , and @coleschmerbeck. What's each of our favorite watches in our collections? What's the idea collection size? And what's the watch that started our collections?

In this episode we answer a question from @patrick1200 about regrettable watch purchases, and we scour our memories for some true regrets.

In this episode we discuss a fairly new but already accomplished brand, Serica. We borrowed their 6190 Field Chronometer and 8315 Travel Chronometer for three weeks and it's time to give our take on these watches. Serica 8315 Travel Chronometer Serica 6190 Field Chronometer

James, Ken and Philip get their jibber jabber on and talk watches, Land Rovers, EV's, shoes, and TV, with all the usual waffly geekery. . Show Notes Episode 37 - Chitter Chatter . Wrist Check. James - Omega Railmaster 36mm on Veblenist strap Ken - Sangin Overlord Philip - Halios Seaforth 4 . Mentioned: Masar Springbars Fan dance event Vaga running …

In this episode we talk about how we fall in love with a watch brand, and this one is NOMOS! Last year we visited Glashütte and attended the NOMOS Forum and saw the complete process of in-house manufacturing. We also discuss our final selections of colors for which watches we are going to buy from the Tangente 38 Date 175 Years Limited Edition seri…

Today we answer two questions by @photowatch50 and @late.sunday that both center around the same topic. Why are watches labeled with gender, and should they be? Article by Cara Barrett: https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/all-watches-should-be-unisex-and-heres-why

In today's episode we answer questions from @late.sunday and @lazybones_206 about the pricing for the Kith x TAG Heuer as well as whether or not a low cost brand could come out with icons of design like the Royal Oak and Nautilus.