Time 2 Calibrate

In this episode, the guys talk with Huiy Tang, co-founder and Head of Global Marketing for RZE Watches. Besides his impressive credentials, Huiy is a close friend of ours, having spent time with him at various Timepiece Shows in Canada. We truly value the time he spent with us and hope you enjoy the nearly two hours he shared.  RZE Watches website: https://www.rzewatches.com/ RZE on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rzewatches/ Huiy's watch: https://www.rzewatches.com/collections/43mm-case/products/utd-8000-my Bob's watch: https://www.venezianico.com/products/nereide-tungsteno-42-3921541c Marc's watch: https://www.fortis-swiss.com/products/novonaut-n-42?variant=49512823685468 Link to our community Discord: https://discord.gg/zEy5ThudvA - JOIN THE CONVERSATION Our instagram handles: https://www.instagram.com/marctime2watch/ https://www.instagram.com/timetogo1978/ https://www.instagram.com/calibre321/

Same as last year, we review our year in watches, share some recommendations, and even dive into predictions. It's so much fun hanging out together, and it's even more fun having you join us. Remember, the conversation continues on our Discord Community. See the link below! Brent's watch: https://www.longines.com/en-ca/p/watch-longines-spirit-zulu-time-l3-803-5-53-6 Bob's watch: https://www.christopherward.com/int/C63-Sealander-Extreme-GMT/C63-41AGM4-S0KV0-NO.html Marc's watch: https://www.christopherward.com/int/titanium-watches/C60-Trident-Lumi%C3%A8re/C60-41C3H31T0BB0-B0.html Our instagram handles: https://www.instagram.com/marctime2watch/ https://www.instagram.com/timetogo1978/ https://www.instagram.com/calibre321/ Our Discord Community: https://discord.gg/zEy5ThudvA That crazy AI generated G-Shock: https://gshock.casio.com/intl/40th/dream-project-2/G-D001/

It's that time of year again—time for our annual Q&A with guest host Dan Mann, aka The Dansome. We had a great time answering all your questions and want to thank everyone for sending them in. Sorry we ran long with this episode, but we're beginning to enjoy this longer format. We hope you do too. The Dansome on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedansome/ Dan's watch: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DR1_sWrj8Us/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Brent's watch: https://www.longines.com/en-ca/p/watch-longines-spirit-zulu-time-l3-803-5-53-6 Bob's watch: https://vario.sg/collections/vario-futurist Marc's watch: https://isotopewatches.com/products/hydrium-california Bracelet concept for the Tudor FXD: https://youtu.be/pnXxJeuQ3ik?si=wb0DrzXJQFC2ER_t Link to the  T2C Discord Community: https://discord.gg/VTA8Y8bVK2 See you in 2 weeks!  

An old friend of Marc's stops by for a visit; he also happens to be one of America's top watchmakers and the founder of RGM Watches. This conversation was as entertaining as it was educational. Take a trip with us down memory lane, sit back, and enjoy! RGM Watches: https://www.rgmwatches.com/ RGM on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rgmwatches/ Roland's watch: https://www.rgmwatches.com/watches#/80140/ Bob's watch: https://isotopewatches.com/products/isotope-mercury-shadow Marc's watch: https://moelsandco.com/moels-369 The T2C Discord Community: https://discord.gg/3pfhUFPYFD 00:13 – Introduction 00:52 – Wrist Check 03:15 – Roland’s Bio 17:50 – How his training influenced his career 21:54 – Starting RGM 28:37 – 20-year overnight success 31:41 – Why Lancaster County? 32:56 – Challenges of building a watch brand in the U.S. 38:52 – Sourcing equipment in the early days 48:39 – Sourcing watchmakers 50:07 – Developing an in-house movement from scratch 55:10 – Where to begin when creating a new movement 58:16 – The importance of traditional finishing 1:03:05 – RGM still offers servicing for outside brands 1:08:02 – Movements that are not fun to work on 1:11:04 – What impresses Roland 1:13:04 – The early days of equationoftime.com 1:17:53 – The first internet community-driven watch designs 1:21:55 – Balancing traditional with contemporary 1:23:14 – What’s a typical day like? 1:27:52 – Roland’s favorite complications 1:34:07 – The revival of American Watchmaking 1:36:24 – Who would Roland collaborate with? 1:39:01 – Can we visit? 1:40:43 – Rapid fire questions 1:43:35 – What’s next for RGM? 1:44:52 – Thank yous and goodbyes 1:46:08 – T2C OUT!  

Rhonda is an author, editor, journalist, filmmaker, thrifter extraordinaire, and our friend. We were so happy when she agreed to sit in the hot seat, I mean, be our guest for this episode. We think you'll really enjoy it, and if you're lucky, you might bump into her at a local watch event near you.  Rhonda's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealrhondariche/ Rhonda's work on Watchonista: https://www.watchonista.com/rhonda-riche/home Covet Garden Home: https://www.amazon.com/Covet-Garden-Home-Inspiration-Telling/dp/1927958113 The Wonderful World of Women's Watches: https://www.amazon.ca/Wonderful-World-Womens-Watches-Beauty/dp/3961716056 Watch Spotting: https://www.amazon.ca/Watch-Spotting-Collectors-Rhonda-Riche/dp/1788843398 Rhonda's appearance on TGN: https://thegreynato.buzzsprout.com/2049759/episodes/17244127-the-grey-nato-331-adventurous-women-their-watches-with-rhonda-riche Rhonda's watch: https://sunrexwatches.com/products/banana-reef Brent's watch: https://www.omegawatches.com/fr-ca/watch-omega-speedmaster-first-omega-in-space-co-axial-master-chronometer-chronograph-39-7-mm-31030405006001 Bob's watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UGf_bvRhci8 Marc's watch: https://www.tudorwatch.com/en/watches/pelagos/m25600tn-0001 00:14 – Introduction 00:48 – Wrist checks 02:54 – Rhonda’s brief bio 04:35 – Writer, storyteller, curator, or all the above? 05:09 – What was the genesis of her career path? 06:40 – How her curiosity evolved 08:14 – About bringing the community together 11:38 – What’s piquing her interest right now 14:32 – What does the editor-at-large do? 19:24 – What watches say about the wearers 23:20 – Standout thrifting scores 26:19 – Are there still thrifting deals to be found? 30:39 – What makes a watch artistic? 37:40 – Designs that have caught Rhonda’s attention 39:10 – The watch that captures Rhonda’s personality 44:01 – Rhonda’s grail quest 47:05 – About Covet Garden Home (book) 50:47 – About The Wonderful World of Women’s Watches (book) 55:54 – Standout stories from The Wonderful World of Women’s Watches 1:01:04 – About Watch Spotting (book) 1:12:57 – Chicken or the egg (Reporting or the Ticking) 1:18:18 – Do you talk to strangers? 1:20:37 – Rhonda’s short films? 1:24:48 – Rhonda’s creative process 1:28:49 – How the media has changed over the years 1:31:48 – Rhonda’s thoughts on AI (we are all doomed) 1:38:27 – The Canadian journalist’s perspective 1:41:45 – Correcting a misconception 1:43:41 – Advice for emerging writers and creators 1:47:27 – What’s next for Rhonda? 1:48:27 – Thank yous and goodbyes 1:50:09 – T2C OUT! We are all doomed: https://youtu.be/EtNagNezo8w?si=vCcNNbxpbw2W63V_