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This week, Wesley Smith returns to the podcast to chat about summer travel, the gear we’re using, and how some of us have taken a step back from social media and why. This episode contains insights on the how and why of the content and products we produce, and what motivates each of us. The gear oftentimes isn’t as important as the doing. There are still a few hats left for purchase - huge thanks to everyone that has picked one up, please tag The Deep Track if you’re showing off your fit on social. 
Show Notes:
The Deep Track
Standard H
Toronto Timepiece Show
Ed Rhee on Instagram
The Deep Track Hat
Camera West
Leica SL3-P
Leica M10 Monochrome
Light Lens Lab
Autodromo Group B Night Stage II
Autodromo Group B Chronograph
Unpolished Watches
Rolex Daytona 126500 Review
Ben Collins on YouTube

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This week’s episode is a solo discussion about why we find nostalgia so compelling, and why that might ultimately be holding us back. Sometimes, capturing the look of the past doesn’t quite cut it, and taking the time to find period-correct pieces can reveal the full intent and experience. Film cameras offer a nice analogy for this discussion. 
Show Notes:
The Deep Track Shop
Longines Hydroconquest Review by Devin Pennypacker
Watches of Espionage - Heart of the Beast
Rolex Sea-Dweller 16600
Tudor Heritage Chronograph
Nikon F3
Modern Leica M6

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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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