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| Episode 47. Scones and sandwiches... battle lines are drawn. Plus the usual mix of general gear and watch chat. | 31 Aug 2024 | 01:08:25 | |
James and Ken go to war. Scones, camera gear, great TV, and of course Watches. . . Show Notes Episode 47 Wrist Check. James - Grand Seiko SBGX267 Ken - Halios Seafourth 4 on Watches of Espionage glomar strap . Mentioned: IWC Mark XX Patrouille Swiss Ti Doxa Jump Hour Fratello Article . Homework. James - Gentleman in Moscow | |||
| Episode 46. Tag, Waffle, Gearz and Watches...And trainers. | 24 Aug 2024 | 00:51:45 | |
James, Ken, and Philip get their gear and watches chat on once again. Plus mini M&M's and freeze dried Skittles. . Wrist Check. James - Kurono Tokyo Calendrier 1 on Molequin strap Ken - Casio G Shock DW6900 Philip - Longines Ti GMT Hodinkee . Mentioned: Zenith El Primero 1969 Original Spiderman Hang video The North Face Vectiv Pro 2 Summit Series . Homework. Philip - | |||
| Episode 37. Chitter chatter. | 15 Jun 2024 | 00:59:18 | |
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: Doxa Sub 200t and Sub 300 Philips IG poll, Ineos Grenadier vs Land Rover Defender (See IG Post) Kens Land Rover Evoque (See IG Post) Dacia campaign shot by Grant Evans (See IG Post) James Great Grandmothers watch (See IG Post) Ken doing the splish splash (See IG Post) . Homework. James - HebtroCo Wax n Wool Vest Philip - The Contractor | |||
| Episode 36. Waffle, waffle, watch security. | 08 Jun 2024 | 00:58:58 | |
James, Ken, and Philip mull over a few watch related security concerns and their thoughts on what one can do about them. Plus a ton of the usual watch and entertainment based waffle. . Show Notes Episode 36 - Waffle, waffle, watch security. . Wrist Check. James - Seiko SNE569 on Eulit Perlon Straps Ken - Arken Instrumentum Philip - Serica 5303 . Mentioned: Serica 6190 Field Chronometer Watch Banclip bracelet Uncle Seiko brushed Executive bracelet for Tudor BB54 Video of bracelet installation Blancpain Air Command Titanium 36.2mm Oris Diver 65 bronze/ cotton candy with black dial Article about Richmond robbery. . Homework. James - Road House on Amazon Prime TV. Philip - Lessons In Chemistry Apple TV | |||
| Episode 35. Japanese game show style Seiko group draft pick. Kinda. | 01 Jun 2024 | 00:58:45 | |
Mildly chaotic draft pick episode where James, Ken and Philip pick watches from the Seiko group in £1k, £4k and Unlimited budget catagories. . Show Notes Episode 35 - Japanese game show style Seiko group draft pick. Kinda. . Wrist Check. James - Tag Heuer CS3111 on Molequin orange strap. Ken - Arken Alterum on bracelet. Philip - Seiko 4205 0150 . Draft picks: James - . Ken - . Philip - . Also mentioned: Homework. James - This Watch Life podcast Philip - Race for Glory, Audi vs Lancia | |||
| Episode 34. Motorbike gear, head to toe. | 25 May 2024 | 00:50:16 | |
Episode 34. A Motorbike gear primer- from head to toe. We thought we’d tap into Philip’s deep love of gear and motorbikes and get the lowdown on what motorbike gear Philip uses and why. Plus the usual geary chat. Wristcheck: Philip: CWC SBS diver James: Omega Seamaster 300M 2531.80.00 Mentioned: Bike Gear: Helmet - Ear protection - Armour/ Jackets - Gloves - Godltop Viceroy Trousers - Boots - Goggles - Homework: Philip - E3 Rehab James - Narcos Mexico | |||
| Episode 33 - Our superstar sponsorship drafts. | 18 May 2024 | 00:45:57 | |
James, Ken, and Philip imagine who they'd choose if they hit superstardom and had to pick a watch brand, apparel brand, and gear brand to represent. . .
Show Notes Episode 33 - Our superstar sponsorship drafts. . Wrist Check. James - Oris Cervo Volante Pointer Date on Molequin strap. Ken - Arken Alterum on grey strap. Philip - Seiko SNZH53. . Sponsorship choices: James - Oris, Arcteryx and Samsung. Ken - Sinn, Snow Peak and Ricoh. Philip - Tudor, Belstaff and Wera tools. . Also mentioned: Snap on Tools. Patagonia Fjallraven Filson . Homework. Philip - Tailwind electrolytes Ken - The Land of Bad on Amazon Prime. | |||
| Episode 32. James Mulvale from Farer watches. | 11 May 2024 | 01:00:24 | |
James talks with James Mulvale from Farer about Farer, Farer, and a little more Farer, as well as our love and hate for all things Tudor, a certain headline grabbing collaboration, Omegas gender strategy, and even some Whisky. . Show Notes Episode 30 - James Mulvale from Farer watches. . Wrist Check. James - Tudor BlackBay 54 James Mulvale - Farer Thurso Aquamatic . Mentioned. Omega Planet Ocean 2024 Boutique editions. . Homework. | |||
| Episode 31. Post bunker entertainment recommendations. | 04 May 2024 | 00:51:42 | |
Just what you need after 30 years either in a coma or in a bunker. Entertainment recommendations from three over opinionated but well meaning fellows. TV, film, music, and book recommendations to ease you back into the world. . Show Notes Episode 31 - Post bunker entertainment recommendations. . Wrist Check. James - Rolex Explorer 1 114270 Ken - Arkem Ulterum Philip - Longines Ti GMT x Hodinkee . Mentioned. Watches of Espionage Velcro Strap . Films Inception Wall-E Toy Story The Green Book Her A thousand foot Journey Lord of the Rings Gladiator . TV Shows Sherlock on the BBC The Office US Parks and Recreation . Albums The Killers - Sam Town John Meyer - Where the Light Is. Counting Crows - August and Everything after. . Books The Martian - Andy Weir Mr Porter guide to a better day The Blade Itself - Joe Abercromnie. (Part of the First Law Trilogy) . Homework. One Man’s Ongoing Quest To Find His Long-Lost Rolex Submariner | |||
| Episode 30. A bit of a chat, with a side of waffle. | 27 Apr 2024 | 01:16:24 | |
Ken and James have a proper form and function style chat. Expect waffle. Including watches, tools, EDC, boots, sneakers, and a side of nuclear fallout.
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Show Notes
Episode 30
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Wrist Check.
James - Longines Legend Diver 36mm on RSM Canvas strap.
Kens IWC from Kens trip to Japan
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Mentioned.
Baltic Tricompax Limited Edition.
Kurono Tokyo Calendrier Type 1.
Nodus watches.
Wera 838
Lumintop Tool AA 3.0 in Titanium
Thursday Boots
Jim Green African Ranger
Rose Anvil Youtube
DM Boots
Red Wing Weekender
Jadd Boots
Leave the World behind on Netflix
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Homework.
Hodinkee Talking Watches with Ben Clymer and Ronnie Fieg
Fallout on Amazon Prime
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| Episode 29. Part 2 of Watches and Wonders Week with Tom Clemence. | 20 Apr 2024 | 01:16:16 | |
As promised, Tom Clemence joins us for Part 2 of this years Watches and Wonders chat. Favourites, fandom and a side of bromance. . . Show Notes Episode 29 - Part 2 of Watches and Wonders Week with Tom Clemence. . Wrist Check. . Tom - Clemence Munro British Watchmakers edition James - Omega Railmaster on Veblenist strap Ken - Arken Alterum on blue test strap. . Mentioned. Tudor BB58 GMT on Bark and Jack IG The Deep Track ep with Bilal Khan Teddy Baldassarre W&W coverage Worn and Wound Watches and Wonders podcast coverage | |||
| Episode 28. Part 1 of Watches and Wonders Week. With a surprise guest. | 11 Apr 2024 | 00:44:26 | |
James and Philip are sadly stuck in blighty, but Ken is in Geneva for a week of watches and watch related festivities. He's joined by Tom Clemence of Clemence Watches, and the crew unpack a bit of whats come out of the show so far. Rolex, Tudor, Bremont and a bit of Vacheron Constantin. . . Show Notes Episode 28 - Part 1 of Watches and Wonders Week. With a surprise guest. . Wrist Check. Tom - Clemence Munro in Highland Amber James - Tudor Black Bay 54 Ken - Arken Alterum on blue test strap. Philip - Longines x Hodinkee Spirit Zulu Time GMT . Mentioned. Tudor Black Bay 58 in solid gold, now with a full gold bracelet. Vacheron Constantin Overseas green dials Tudor Balck Bay 58 GMT without gilt Rolex GMT Master 2 with Black and Grey Bezel. | |||
| Episode 45. Small mountains, heavy weights and awkward watch interactions. | 17 Aug 2024 | 01:04:48 | |
James, Ken, and Philip catch up, with the usual mix of gear chat, watch waffle, and all around enabler content. . . Wrist Check. James - Longines Legend Diver 36mm on RSM Strap Ken - Casio G Shock DW6900 Philip - Tudor Pelagos 39 on Erikas Original strap . Mentioned: Philips Sea 2 Sky Ultra Marathon Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra Ultra Light . Booze but not. Beavertown Lazer crush IPA 0.3% . Homework. James - Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare on Amazon Prime Philip - Endure: Mind, Body and the Curiously Elastic Limits of Human Performance | |||
| Episode 27. Form and Function... what is it to us? | 06 Apr 2024 | 01:01:22 | |
James, Ken and Philip have a bit of a chat about what Form and Function is, how does it manifest in our eyes. As usual, lots of waffle, lots of gear, watches, and a splattering of media content. . . Show Notes. Episode 27 - Form and Function… what is it to us? . Wrist Check. James - Longines Legend Diver 36mm on RSM canvas strap. Ken - Arken Alterum on blue test strap. Philip - TAG Heuer CS3111 . Mentioned. Philips rejuvenated Seikos. See Philips IG soon! Blancpain Fifty Fathoms 42mm Ti New Seiko SPB replacement range Studio Ghibli - Howls Moving Castle . Homework. . Ken - The Deep Track podcast with Tom Place and 6 Days on Netflix | |||
| Episode 26. Kens download from the British Watchmakers Day. | 30 Mar 2024 | 00:56:35 | |
Watches, Industry gossip, Cars, Books, Apps, 90's adverts, and the Argos catalogue. Are you not entertained?! . . Show Notes. Episode 26 - Kens download from the British Watchmakers Day. . Wrist Check. James - Omega Railmaster on Veblenist strap Ken - Arken Alterum on blue test strap. Philip - TAG Heuer CS3111 . Mentioned by Ken. . Mentioned by Philip. Video of Jack Heuer explaining the Carrera . Homework James - Renault 5 EV. and Readly magazine App. Ken - P&Co Wayfare Field Watch Philip - Trailevents.co and Finding Ultra by Rich Roll | |||
| Episode 25. Buying and Selling Watches. | 23 Mar 2024 | 01:09:58 | |
James and Philip chat about buying and selling watches, tips and tactics, good and bad experiences on eBay, Chrono 24, and their thoughts on how to navigate selling watches; perhaps one of the most frustrating areas of watch enthusiasm. . . Show Notes. Episode 25 - Buying and Selling Watches. . Wrist Check. James - Tudor Black Bay 54 Philip - Aquastar Model 60 black dial. . . Mentioned by James. . Omega Speedmaster White dial. Fears Brunswick 38 'Silver Noir' Watches of Distinction in Lymington Grand Seiko 37mm Titanium JDM SBGX267 . Mentioned by Philip. . Weir and Sons in Dublin Paul Sheeran in Dublin. . Homework. . James - The Gentlemen - Netflix Philip - Masters of the Air - Apple TV | |||
| Episode 24. Tom Place | 16 Mar 2024 | 00:50:28 | |
We are very happy to be joined by Tom Place this week, Professional stunt man and coordinator, Diver, fighter, lover and all around lovely chap. . . Show Notes Episode 24 - Tom Place . . Wrist Check. Tom - Tudor FXD Blacked out. James - TAG Heuer 1964 CS3111 Ken - Arken Instrumentum . Mentioned by Tom. . Mentioned by James. Teddy Baldassarre video with Tom Place ‘Vellies’ from Jim Green, African Ranger. . Mentioned by Ken. | |||
| Episode 23. British Watchmakers Day. | 09 Mar 2024 | 00:49:54 | |
James and Ken chat about the upcoming British Watchmakers event in London, where Ken will be exhibiting. Mostly watches, but a bit of film, philosophy, and general silliness thrown in too. . .
Show Notes Episode 23 - British Watchmakers Day. . Wrist Check. James - Oris Pointer Date Cervo Volante on Molequin Strap Ken - Arken Alterum special edition. . Mentioned by James. Standard H Podcast, Molequin Episode . Mentioned by Ken. . Homework. James - Napoleon on Apple TV | |||
| Episode 22. Solo Action. | 02 Mar 2024 | 00:16:38 | |
A short bit of solo action from James this week. A mix of gear, watches, cameras, and gear philosophy... kind of. . . Show Notes. Episode 22 - Solo Action. . Wrist Check. James - Omega Speedmaster 60th on Veblenist Wolf Grey strap. . Mentioned by James. Lautie x Urban EDC Supply Shuffle V2 Excessorise Me youtube video on Shuffle v2 Longines x Hodinkee Ti GMT For Sale. DM me (gearetal) on Instagram. Grand Seiko SBGX267 For Sale. DM me (gearetal) on Instagram. . Homework. | |||
| Episode 21. Flashlights and general geekery. | 24 Feb 2024 | 01:03:44 | |
James and Ken chat about flashlights or torches at different price points. Plus the usual general geekery.
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Show Notes
Episode 21 - Flashlights
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Wrist Check.
James - Rolex Explorer 1 114270.
Ken - Arken Alterum
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Mentioned by James.
Fuji X100VI
40 and 20 podcast Episode 202; the five types of watch collector.
Mukama
Banggood
Lumintop Tool AA and AAA.
Olight Perun 2 Mini.
Nitecore Tini 2.
Rovyvon Aurora range (A3 etc.).
Wurkkos TS10v2.
Olight Baton 4 Premium.
Olight Seeker 4 pro and Mini.
Prometheus Light Beta QR v2.
Foursevens Preon P1.
Reylight Pineapple Mini.
CWF Micro Click and Peanut.
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Mentioned by Ken.
Goruck M23
Interview with Taylor Weldon from Carryology with Worn and Wound.
Olight I3t.
Nitecore MT2A Pro.
Wuben X3.
Muyshondt Flieger.
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Homework.
Ken - The Outfit on Netflix
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| Episode 20. Watches as Supermarkets. | 17 Feb 2024 | 00:54:14 | |
Yup... you read that correctly. James, Ken, and Philip try to align watch brands with UK supermarkets. Plus the usual gear, watch, and content chat. . . Show Notes. Episode 20 - . Wrist Check. James - Tudor Blackbay 54 Ken - Arken Alterum Philip - Rolex Explorer 2 on Veblenist leather NATO. . Mentioned by James. Mentioned by Philip. Mentioned by Ken. Homework. James - Spotify as a child pacifier. Philip - Trailrunner Nation episode. Run 4 LT Podcast episode. Ken - Making Time podcast. | |||
| Episode 19. A wee bit of Q&A. | 10 Feb 2024 | 01:13:25 | |
James, Ken, and Philip ask each other questions. Just because. Usual mix of gear, watches, and general all-around geekery. . Show Notes. Episode 19 - A wee bit of Q&A . Wrist Check. James - TAG Heuer CS3111 on Delugs strap Ken - Arken Ulterum Philip - Longines x Hodinkee Spirit Zulu Time GMT Mentioned by James. James Grand Seiko SBGX267 Custom Ti Pen from Magnus Industries . Mentioned by Ken. Maurice Moves YouTube Temu Episode Dr Galpin/ Huberman Podcast Ep. . Mentioned by Philip. Grand Seiko SBGH341 and SBGH343 Navaris Standing Balance BoardMotone Customs . Homework James - Wingback 1L Pouch Philio - Dr Peter Attia Training for Centenarian Decathlon podcast, Outlive book Ken - Mr & Mrs Smith on Amazon. | |||
| Episode 18. 3 Watches for £1k. | 03 Feb 2024 | 00:48:50 | |
Ken, James, and Philip pick 3 watches each to come in under £1,000. Probably a few you're not expecting!? Let us know what your three would be. . . Show Notes Episode 18 - 3 Watches for £1k. . Wrist Check. James - Kurono Tokyo Calendrier 1 on Molequin strap Philip - Serica 5303 Mentioned by James. Longines Conquest Heritage Power Reserve Hamilton Kahaki Field SWAT Japan edition. . Mentioned by Ken. . Mentioned by Philip. Zenith Chronomaster Original with Moonphase Christopher Ward Sealander 36mm GMT Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical PVD. Citizen Promaster diver with full lume. . Homework James - Jeeves and Wooster TV Show Ken - Christian Craighead Episode of Shawn Ryan podcast Philip - Hijack from Apple TV. | |||
| Episode 44. Bo Ismono is back!! | 10 Aug 2024 | 01:19:17 | |
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: Civivi Tacn n tweeze Civivi Gordo Lord of the Rings, rings of power on Amazon . Homework. Bo - .Silent Night James - Killing It | |||
| Episode 17. A bit of a jumble. | 27 Jan 2024 | 01:41:08 | |
James, Ken and Philip talk watches, TV, Lego, AlieExpress, Bond... oh and some more about watches. . . Show Notes Episode 17 - A bit of a jumble. . Wrist Check. James - Zenith El Primero 1969 Original on Veblenist castaway blue strap Ken - Arken Instrumentum Philip - Aquastar Model 60 on Crown and Buckle Chevron Iron Knit Mentioned by James. Notorious EDC Kingpin slipjoint. Baltic Hermetique Time and Tide edition. Mentioned by Ken. Omega Planet Ocean Casino Royale Daniel Craig Watch Collection Interview Mentioned by Philip. Omega 29mm Aqua Terra 2577.80. Roark x Halley Stevensons Axeman Jacket Bike EXIF - Designing the Batman motorcycle Omega Seamaster in red gold. 2136.50 GQ 10 Essentials - Jeremy Allan White & Pierce Brosnan Homework James - Jury Duty on Freevee (Amazon UK). Ken - The Bear on Disney+ and Jeremy Allen White’s Tee Philip - Daisy Jones & the Six on Amazon Prime | |||
| Episode 16. Bag hunting, a mini guide. | 20 Jan 2024 | 01:04:29 | |
James and Ken talk AlieExpress, watches, pouches, and all things bags, with the goal of informing Kens next bag purchase for an upcoming trip. . Show Notes Episode 16 - Bag hunting. A mini guide. Wrist Check. James - Longines Legend Diver 36mm on RSM fine canvas strap. Ken - Seiko SUS on Gurkha regimental colour nato strap Mentioned by James. Ablecarry Joey and Stash pouches Bellroy Transit backpack plus 37L Evergoods Civic Travel Bag 26L Eagle Creek Isolate packing cubes Mentioned by Ken. P&Co x WESN knife collaboration ALIEXPRESS HAUL: KZ EDX PRO in-ear monitorsUV TorchRFID Wallet Hanging Clips for RAF Jumpsuit projectTackle boxEarplugs Posture Corrector Homework James - To War with a 4th Hussar by Peter Crichton | |||
| Episode 15. Predictions, hopes and dreams for 2024. | 13 Jan 2024 | 01:12:05 | |
James and Ken talk through their watch and gear-based hopes and dreams for 2024. Brown dials, gold cases, smaller watches, and lots and lots more Titanium! . . Show Notes. Episode 15 - Predictions, hopes and dreams for 2024. . Wrist Check. James - Omega Railmaster 36mm on Veblenist Defender Grey strap Ken - CWC Royal Navy Diver. . Mentioned by James. Teddy Baldassarre interview with Tom Place. Mentioned by Ken. Homework James - Toyo Steel storage containers. Ken - Weekly Memory Jar. | |||
| Episode 14. Ken does Japan. Part 2 | 06 Jan 2024 | 01:15:03 | |
James, Ken, and Philip are back after a week's break with a ton of new gear and Part 2 of Ken's trip report from Japan. Watch shopping in Japan. Show Notes Episode 14 - Ken does Japan. Part 2 Wrist Check. Ken - IWC on TGN Nato strap James - Tudor Black Bay 54. Philip - Seiko SNZH55 Mentioned by James. Tec Accessories Measuring Tape Tec Accessories Isotope Tritium Fob Linsoul KZ ZS10 Pro. From TGN Gift Guide 2023 Knipex 8601180 Xmas Limited Edition. Mentioned by Ken. Mentioned by Philip. Tec Accessories P7 suspension clip Lone Labs - Micro Ti QR Quick-Release Keyring Homework. Ken - 007 Road to 1 Million | |||
| Episode 13. Ken does Japan. Part 1. | 23 Dec 2023 | 01:25:50 | |
James, Ken, and Philip offer advice to Breitling the new owners of Universal Geneve, and Ken gives us the lowdown on his recent trip to Japan. . . Show Notes. Episode 13 - Ken does Japan. Part 1. . Wrist Check. Ken - Seiko Field SUS on Benrus marine blue nato strap. James - Tudor Black Bay 54. Philip - Longines / Hodinkee Titanium Zulu time GMT. Crown and buckle Uniform matt nato Mentioned by James. Mentioned by Ken. Mentioned by Philip. Roark x Halley Stevensons Axeman Jacket Homework. Ken - Reacher season 2. James - Carryology website. Philip - Cool Japan Guide - Abby Denson and Pacific Vortex - Clive Cussler | |||
| Episode 12. A few of our favourite watches of 2023. | 16 Dec 2023 | 00:42:17 | |
James and Ken kick the watch related tires of 2023 and chat about a few of their favourites. Show Notes. Episode 12 - A few of our favourite watches of 2023. Wrist Check. James - Longines GMT Hodinkee collaboration on Erikas Original strap Ken - Blancpain Swatch Atlantic Mentioned by James. . Blancpain Bathyscaphe Hodinkee Limited Edition . . Mentioned by Ken. . Blancpain 70th Anniversary Act 1 Homework. . James - Shrinking on Apple TV plus and Party Down.
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| Episode 11. Winter Wear. | 09 Dec 2023 | 01:03:06 | |
James and Philip get into the frosty weeds of their favourite winter gear. Amongst other things, they discuss watches, bags, a ton of clothing, and the most vital of winter wear... hand cream?! . Show Notes Episode 11 - Winter wear. . Wrist Check James - Tudor Pelagos 39 on Erikas Original strap Philip - Hamilton Khaki Field Automatic 38mm on Veblenist Canvas . Mentioned by James. The James Brand Rose Gold range Darn Tough Tactical midweight. Guideline Fir skin fingerless gloves. . Mentioned by Philip. Hondinkee x Longines 39mm Zulu time Mountain warehouse downpour overtrouser Blundstone thermal sheepskin footbed P&co or &Sons leather gloves . Homework James - Slow Horse Season 3 on Apple TV+ Philip - The CWC Raine Collection and Nichole Johnson x Magnus Walker youtube | |||
| Episode 10. Seiko | 02 Dec 2023 | 01:12:36 | |
James, Ken, and Philip talk about the venerable Seiko. How they came to love the brand, why you should too, and which 6 watches you should be considering if you have a Seiko-shaped hole in your collection. Show Notes Episode 10 - Seiko Wrist Check James - Seiko Snoopy Surfs Up. On a Veblenist strap Philip - Seiko SNZH53 Ken - Seiko Bruce Lee. 6139 Chronograph from 1970. Mentioned by James. Land Rover Defender 110 (Url!) Christopher Ward C63 36mm Yellow Dial Recommendations: Mentioned by Ken. Christopher Ward recessed crown. Recommendations: Mentioned by Philip. 60’s Universal Geneve. (See Philips IG). Recommendations: | |||
| Episode 9. A chat with Bo Ismono. | 25 Nov 2023 | 01:30:44 | |
In this week's episode, we are joined by Bo Ismono; YouTuber, Film editor, EDC lover, and all-around great chap. We talk Knife laws, Bottle recycling, Film, EDC gear, and of course bags. Oh and a spot of nostalgic Nokia ASMR thrown in for good measure. Show Notes. Episode 9 - Bo Ismono Mentioned by Bo. Video of Bo’s Smart car in action Groundtruth Rikr 38L carry-on bag Nokia 7110 and 8110 Mentioned by James. | |||
| Episode 8. Our Perfect Watch. | 18 Nov 2023 | 01:09:54 | |
In this episode, James and Philip talk about the specs that make up the perfect watch for them. 60mm, all gold with an inverted moon phase... who knew? Show Notes. Episode 8 - Our Perfect Watch. Wrist check. James - Omega Speedmaster 60th Anniversary on Veblenist strap Philip - Rolex Exp 2 16570 on Telhus Strap New Gear. Philip - Alpaka Up card holder V2 in Green XPac Alpaka Admin pouch in black Xpac 58mm Titanium scales for Victorinox SAK News. James - IWC Pilots Performance Chronograph 41 Philip - Serica Ref. 8315 in Desert red Mentioned by James. Rolex Explorer 1 36mm new vs old. Petes Instagram. Picture of the Omega Seamaster 300 Blancpain Bathyscaphe 38mm & Hodinkee version. Mentioned by Philip. Picture of watchboxRolex 5513 with a matt dial Rolex Daytona Platinum 126506 Open caseback Universal Geneve Omega Bumper movement Homework. James - Amazon Business account 50% introductory discount. Knipex 8601180
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| Episode 43. Omega and the Olympics, EV's, Non booze, and of course Watches. | 03 Aug 2024 | 00:52:36 | |
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: Omega Paris 2024 Bronze Gold Edition Olympic security Forces Omega 300 Swatch X Omega Mission to Super Blue Moonphase Laco Flieger Pro blue dial custom range Christopher Ward C63 Colchester . Homework. Philip - Monochrome article on Omega and the Olympics. | |||
| Episode 7 - EDC 101 Part 1 (probably). | 11 Nov 2023 | 00:50:18 | |
In this episode, James and Ken talk about getting into EDC and the gear that started it all for them. Plus where to get your EDC gear. It's a big old topic and further EDC 101 episodes will no doubt follow. Show Notes. Episode 7 - EDC 101 (Part 1). Wristcheck. James - Omega Seamaster 300 professional from 1999 Ken - Arken Instrumentum Gearcheck. James. Ken. Mentioned by James. Mentioned by Ken. | |||
| Episode 6 - 3 Watches 8k. | 04 Nov 2023 | 00:54:09 | |
James, Ken, and Philip choose 3 watches for an £8,000 budget. After Intrigue, Fraud, Murder, and a Multicontinental conspiracy they all just about scrape home under budget. Show Notes Episode 6 - 3 watches 8k. . Wrist Check Ken - Arken Instrumentum James - Omega Railmaster 36mm on a Veblenist Ranger Green waxed canvas strap. Philip - Tudor Black Bay 58 on a VWC grey nato . Mentioned by James. Cartier Tank Must de Cartier (black dial) Citizen Promaster Diver Automatic Super Titanium Mentioned by Ken. IWC 3706Tudor Submariner 79090 Mentioned by Philip. Titanium Scales for 58MM Victorinox SAKs Hamilton Khaki Pilot Pioneer Mechanical Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch Pro Hessalite . Homework Ken - Vallon Sunglasses James - Like a Version - Triple J Youtube channel Philip - Playforever Model Cars | |||
| Episode 5 - Watch and Gear News | 28 Oct 2023 | 00:53:25 | |
James and Philip talk about recent Watch and Gear news with a side of mink oil, bags, and Swiss army knife chat. Show Notes. Episode 5 - Watch and gear news Wrist Check James - Omega railmaster 36mm Philip - Tudor P39 on a Crown and Buckle Matt supreme Mentioned by James. Veblenist Wolf Grey nubuck strap. Sinn Altherr special edition 556 The Citizen AQ4100-65W - A Blog to watch - Article on Citizen watch Victorinox Pioneer and Pioneer X Victorinox 2016 Pioneer X with damascus steel blade. Mentioned by Philip. IWC Mohave Desert 41mm Top Gun pilots watch Homework James - Victorinox serrated kitchen 8 inch pairing knife £4 each. | |||
| Episode 4 - A few favourites | 21 Oct 2023 | 01:12:33 | |
James, Ken, and Philip talk about watches, gear, TV, food, bags, drinks, and a bit of Tech.
Show Notes.
Wrist Check.
James Seiko SNE587 Black edition solar diver
Philip Rolex Explorer II 16570
Ken Arken Alterum Anthracite Grey
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Mentioned by James.
Sony WF-1000XM5 headphones.
Jabra alternative
Arcteryx Atom LT (Now just called the Atom Hoody)
Arcteryx Leaf version of Atom LT
Inov 8 Roclite G345 GTX or Inov 8 Roclite Pro G 400 GTX
Ben and Jerrys Phish Food Ice cream
Fever Tree Mexican Lime and Soda
Tom Bihn Synapse 25
Molequin
Delugs
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Mentioned by Ken.
The Leica ZM 11
1990s Carharrt Blanket Lined Detroit JacketDr Martens 1460 Pascal Ambassador Leather Boots
Bowmore 18
The North Face Base Camp Duffel
Ricoh GR3
Erikas Original straps
Strapcode
Gzmpix Instagram
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Mentioned by Philip.
Veblenist ranger green canvas strap
Redwing Iron Ranger 8111 bootsBlundstone boots 1306Belstaff Trialmaster motorcycle jacket
The Black Chest watch case
Makers Mark bourbon Woodford Reserve bourbon
Nikka from the Barrel Japanese whiskey
Proper biltong
The Lincoln Lawyer
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Homework
James - Bosch Legacy
Ken - Samuel Streetlife Youtube Channel
Philip - Alex Youtube
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| Episode 3 - Titanium | 12 Oct 2023 | 01:12:51 | |
James, Philip, and Ken talk about all things titanium. Watches, pens, multitools, camping gear, and a whole host of other bits n bobs. Show Notes.
Wrist Check Arken Instrumentum Armoury Edition Mentioned by James. Blancpain Air command 36.5mm in Titanium Omega GoodPlanet 38.5mm Titanium Aqua Terra Mentioned by Ken. Mentioned by Philip. Serica Ref. 6190 FIELD CHRONOMETER DENALI Leatherman Charge+ TTi - Sheath Options / Gift Box Crown & Buckle Matte supreme strap Homework | |||
| Episode 2 - Upgrades | 29 Sep 2023 | 01:14:17 | |
James, Philip and Ken discuss upgrading their gear. Watches, cameras, torches, clothing, bags, and the possible creation of 'Philip and Kens handy accessories line.' Wrist check: Mentioned by: James: Philip: P&Co Instrument Overlanders Jacket Ken: The Northface Base camp Duffel Recommendations: The Continental - Amazon Prime Where to find or contact us: Form and Function Podcast Instagram formandfunctionpodcast@gmail.com | |||
| Episode 1 - Pilot | 21 Sep 2023 | 00:51:11 | |
James, Ken, and Philip get the pilot episode of the Form and Function podcast underway with a chat about some topical watch and gear news. They talk Blancpain/Swatch, Halios, Arken, and a ton of Tudor with a bit of Apple iPhone thrown in for good measure.
Some links for things and people we talk about are below:
https://www.swatch.com/en-gb/bioceramic-scuba-fifty-fathoms.html
https://www.youtube.com/@misterwatches489
https://halioswatches.com/products/sfiv
https://arken.uk/store/arkeninstrumentum1020
https://www.tudorwatch.com/en/watches/black-bay-54/m79000n-0001
https://www.apple.com/uk/iphone/
https://www.instagram.com/arkennethlam/
https://www.instagram.com/philippantelides/
https://www.instagram.com/gearetal/
Please feel free to contact us by email at: formandfunctionpodcast@gmail.com
or on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/formandfunctionpodcast/
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| Episode 42. A chat with Vu Bui | 27 Jul 2024 | 01:44:37 | |
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: Omega 60th Speedie from the Trilogy Grand Seiko SLGW003G Wagtail Video Vu’s coffee set up (See IG post) Lydias Snow Peak Coffee grinder Blade Hats, skull hat mentioned by Ken Orlando Palacios (Worth and Worth hatters) Articles of Interest - Avery Trufelman Vu’s chair (Wow… just wow!) . Homework. James - Those about to Die on Amazon Prime Ken - Yuka App | |||
| Episode 41. Watches, Sport (Really!), Booze but not, and more watches. | 20 Jul 2024 | 01:08:42 | |
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: Philips vintage Orfina (almost) Timex Waterbury Traditional flyback Ken in the Malverns (See IG) Farer Discovery with Olive green dial . Booze but not. . Homework. James - Tacoma FD Philip - 1 More than 10 (Years) on Youtube Ken - Tokyo Vice | |||
| Episode 40. Watches, Land Rovers, Sunglasses, Booze but not, and more watches. | 13 Jul 2024 | 01:02:11 | |
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, and more watches. . Wrist Check. James - Tudor BB54 on Uncle Seiko Jubilee style strap. Ken - Arken Alterum Philip - Tudor BB58 on Watches of Espionage Glomar strap . Mentioned: Keith, Keifro on Youtube Nivada Grenchen x Ace Jewellers F77 Freaderique Constant runabout, 36mm with blue dial. . Booze but not. . Homework. James - Utopia (Dreamland) on Australian Netflix (With VPN) Philip - Mark Cavendish Never Enough, Netflix documentary Ken - Nope on Netflix | |||
| Episode 39. The Fan dance, The WatchIt show, and related chatter. | 28 Jun 2024 | 00:50:58 | |
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: Highline watch straps and Watches of Wilson Instagram Land Rover defender agricultural specification Alpha Romeo GT Electric from Totem Olight Baton 4 Stormtrooper colour Chopard XPS 1816 Vendeme One Officer . Homework. James - Lego Speed Champion Ferrari F40 Philip - Warmsley The Film - Youtube Ken - Universal Surplus | |||
| Episode 38. A bit of a chin wag. Is chin wag a word, I'm now wondering if its actually a word... you get the drift. | 22 Jun 2024 | 00:57:48 | |
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: Farer Mono Chrono (See IG Post) Patek Philippe World Timer in Platinum (See IG Post) Fears Brunswick James Porter and Son edition and Silver cased white dial version. Omega x Swatch moonswatch latest versions Watches in the Wild from Hodinkee with Cole Pennigton . Homework. James - Yaar Bars Ken - Off Menu Podcast | |||
| Episode 48. Geneva Watchdays. Yey or Nay. | 07 Sep 2024 | 01:10:25 | |
James, Ken, and Philip pick their favourite new watch releases, mostly from Geneva Watch Days. A few feelings may have been hurt. . . Wrist Check. James - Rolex Explorer 1. Ken - Halios Seafourth 4 on rubber Omega Planet Ocean strap. Philip - Rolex Explorer 2. . Mentioned: Trilobe Nuit Fantastique 38.5mm Favre Leuba Seasky Chronograph Doxa Sub 300 Carbon Sea Emerald . Homework. James - Foursevens Sale Ken - ZuluAlpha Sale Philip - Ultra Processed People | |||
| Episode 56. Vu Bui's current favourites. | 02 Nov 2024 | 01:23:21 | |
James welcomes Vu Bui back onto the podcast, with the first of a monthly fixture with Vu. In this episode, we chat about some of Vu's current favourite items of gear, clothing, EDC, and bags. . . Show Notes. . Mentioned: Filson x Magnum x David Allen Harvey Chris Reeve Sebenza 31 in canvas micarta . Homework. James - Rapscallion Soda. Wotancraft Camera pouches. Vu - Nintendo Switch, Legend of Zelda - Echoes of Wisdom | |||
| Episode 55. Alternate World, One Watch Picks. | 26 Oct 2024 | 01:01:41 | |
James, Ken, and Philip, each pick three watches for three alternate versions of themselves. Not all quite what you'd expect. . . Show Notes. Wrist Check. James - Clemence Munro Amber Ken - Arken Alterum on Instrumentum bracelet Philip - RZE Urbanist Lodgepole Pine . Picks. Vacheron Constantin Gold 1950 Disco Volante Lange and Sohne 1 Platinum Perpertual Moon Blancpain TI Fifty Fathoms 45mm Mercedes CEO in BMW Youtube Ad. . Mentioned: Hamlton x Engineered Garments 36mm Field Watch . Homework. James - The Office Australia. Ken - Standard H episdoe with Kat Shoulders. Hodinkee Podcast with Max Busser. Philip - Finch and A Man called Otto. | |||