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This week, Karel Bachand of Barrelhand joins the podcast to discuss all things space watches, and the brand’s Monolith, a modern take on the genre. We tackle the history of developing watches for space, and the challenges that come with it, as well as how that history was wielded in the development of the Monolith. Additionally, we ponder the modern identity of the tool watch, and why concerted efforts in this space are few and far between these days. The Monolith represents a new frontier in many ways, and one that may not yet be fully understood (we barely scratch the surface in this episode), let alone appreciated. 
Show Notes:
Barrelhand
Barrelhand Monolith Introduction on Hodinkee
The Monolith
Arthur C. Clarke’s 2001: A Space Odyssey
Voyager Golden Records
Pioneer Plaque

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Reddit is full of hot takes, and while most will elicit a dangerously deep eye roll, some of them hide some nuggets of wisdom, and it is here that we explore in this week's episode. Also discussed is a shift back to analog photography, and how that influences an appreciation for mechanical watches. But first, a look back at the Autodromo Group B Chronograph. 
Show Notes:
Autodromo
Autodromo Group B Chronograph
Autodromo Group C
WatchHotTakes
You don’t need a well rounded collection
At some point, you’re destined to end up with a Speedmaster
Vintage Rolex are the same build quality as modern Seiko 5
ETA based movements are a positive selling point

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Sometimes, you let a watch go, and you quickly realize you may come to regret the decision. In this episode, four watches are highlighted that fall into that category. Let's not call it regret, but these are certainly watches that linger for one reason or another. Additionally, new watches from Grand Seiko are explored, and hands-on impressions of new Parmigiani watches are offered. 
Show Notes:
CWC Diver 300ti
Grand Seiko Evolution 9 Watches
Parmigiani Toric and Tonda Hands-On
Rolex Explorer II 16570
Linde Werdelin Spidolite
Sinn EZM1
Rolex Submariner 114060
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This week, Wesley Smith returns to the podcast to chat F1, Le Mans, and of course, a few watches. We also look at modern and neo vintage Daytona references and reveal how they’ve come and gone from our own collections. Additionally, we confront the pitfalls of getting old and struggling to take care of ourselves post fatherhood. Yes, we cover a lot of ground in this episode. 
Show Notes:
The Deep Track
Standard H
Review: Vacheron Constantin Overseas Dual Time Cardinal Points
24 Hours of Le Mans
Rolex Daytona 126500
Rolex Daytona 126502
Wesley’s Rolex Daytona 16520
Tudor Black Bay Chrono39
IWC Ingenieur in 35mm
Tudor Goes Running
Episode 20 with Zach Pina
FIA’s Shock ADUO Ruling
Lewis Hamilton on Hot Ones
Zandvoort to leave the calendar

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This week, Devin Pennypacker returns to the podcast to dig into all the somewhat controversial releases of the past week. We chat about the Barrelhand Monolith, the Vacheron Constantin Dual Time Cardinal Points, the Tudor Chrono 39, and more. Did Tudor finally find the right formula for their chronograph? Turns out, it’s complicated. We also touch on the 007: First Light video game, and how the newest Omega chronograph is handled in the game. 
Show Notes:
Josh’s Castelbajac Sport Quartz Chronograph (In Post)
Vacheron Constantin Dual Time Cardinal Points
Rolex GMT-Master II BLRO
Barrelhand Monolith on Hodinkee
Barrelhand Monolith
Formex Aria
Formex Field Automatic
Tudor Black Bay Chrono 39
Tudor Monarch
James Bond 007: First Light / Omega Seamaster Chronograph

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