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This week, Mike & Joe have on guest collector Mike Compeau to discuss his unique collection of Giorgio Galli designed watches.  From Nautica to Timex to the new Timex Atelier watches.  This is a conversation shows that collecting goes beyond the dial.  We all have different ways of enjoying this hobby, and Mike has a very cool story.  All this and more, on this weeks episode.  Cheers!

We're starting the next 100 episodes in a very special way!  This week, we are joined by Ricard Callamaras from Accutron to dissect and discuss just how the Accutron electrostatic movement really works.  We also talk about the upcoming 314 tuning fork and where the future of Accutron is headed.  This is a fantastic conversation, especially for the techies!  Also, this will be a cross-platform episode with Accutron!  You may start to see us in more internet spaces, than just at the Springbar.  All that and more, on this week's episode!  Cheers!

This week we've got such a fun episode!  Michael Benavente joins us to help celebrate our 100th episode!  We talk about how it all started, the journey we've had and where we'll end up in the future.  Plus, a VERY SPECIAL announcement that you DON'T want to miss!!!  Thank you to everyone that has been part of our journey over the last 100 episodes!  This one is for you, Cheers!

This week, Mike & Joe get into a fun topic.  The small subcollection of watches that have started to emerge over our years of collecting.  Watches that don't necessarily fit our collecting theme, but have still managed to work their way into the soft spots in our heart.  Of course, Joe thinks Mike is wrong and tries to prove him wrong.  What ensues is a hilarious conversation between the two.  All this and more... Cheers!

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This week, Mike & Joe have three extraordinary guests!  Susan Chandler, Sonia Breganti & Patty Schmoyer.  Each brings a unique perspective to the world of women's watches.  Marketing, product design and retail sales.  This is a conversation that has been a long time coming, and we couldn't have a better panel of ladies to have this conversation.  Very much a unisex conversation for all collectors and consumers!  Cheers!

This week, Mike & Joe select a few eBay listings that they think are either really cool, or good deals!   If they're still available, you can follow along our buy them yourself (but do it because you want to, not because we said so)

Bonklip bracelet: https://ebay.us/m/Iq0N3v

Caravelle 666 diver: https://ebay.us/m/LpxZQG

Olma Super Compressor project watch: https://ebay.us/m/sZ6wSa

Dumoreau Automatic: https://ebay.us/m/IoWVY4

Westclox field watch: https://ebay.us/m/hZ0loV

Doxa Chronograph: https://ebay.us/m/tWYhJf

Helbros Wrist Alarm: https://ebay.us/m/FTfSiW

This week, Mike and Joe talk about some watches they were sent, for review.  Joe talks about two new watches from Markwell Watches, and Mike has the WindUp Chicago x Bulova Snorkel Limited Edition, courtesy of a valued listener!  Joe also talks about his time at the Minutes + Hours Los Angeles watch event.  Plus he also shares a very surprising hot take about Furlan Marri and Christopher Ward.   All this and more, on this weeks episode.  Cheers!

This week, Mike & Joe discuss the apparent controversial topic of whether or not you should buy watches based solely on price, or if you should buy based on emotion and meaning.  As it seems, those who think less about price are apparently "disconnected from reality."  If you like the back-and-forth arguments between the boys, you'll love this episode.  All this and more, Cheers!

This week, Mike & Joe go down the rabbit hole of how many watches is too many watches.  Is there even such a thing?  You'll just have to listen and decide for yourself.  Cheers! 

This week, Michael Benavente is back, and he's bring a bunch of stuff with him!  New fall models, some talk about the recently announced Accutron 314 Tuning Fork, and... drum roll please... A brand new Caravelle release that we could not be more excited to be a part of!  All this and more, on this weeks episode!  Cheers!

This week, Joe traveled last minute to Fabulous Las Vegas for the new Accutron 314 tuning fork release party and for the Couture 2025 show.  He's got some stories to tell!  All this and more, on this weeks episode.  Cheers!

This week, Mike is on location and Joe is still in location.  Discussing reissues?  A topic discussed once before, but there's a few new things that should be brought to light.  All this and more, on this weeks episode.  Cheers!

Welcome back to part 2 of our interview with Carl Rosen.  Mike is MIA but Joe keeps things rolling.  Thanks for listening and we hope you've enjoyed this journey into Bulovas lost history! Cheers!

This week we have a very special guest.  Carl Rosen is the Bulova brand historian and former COO.   He worked for the company for 30 years and he's got some stories to tell.  If you don't learn something from this episode, I would be shocked!  We were extremely fortunate to be able to sit down with Carl for 2.5 hours, and so this is part 1 of 2.  Don't worry, you'll only have to wait a couple of days to hear the rest of it.  We had such a great time recording this one, and we really hope you enjoy it!  Cheers!

This week, Mike & Joe discuss some things that really bug them about watches.   Do you agree with some of their complaints, or do you think they're totally wrong?  You'll just have to decide for yourself.  Also, Mike tries to convince Joe that he might actually like wearing a regulator watch.  Hmmm... all this and more, on this weeks episode! Cheers!

This week, Mike & Joe make their W&W 2025 Picks.  Plus, Mike praises Rolex?  Find out what he has to say, on this weeks episode.  Cheers!

This week, Mike and Joe tackle the topic of defining the term NOS (New Old Stock) along with Art (That's been an argument between the two for a long time.)  Also, is cannibalizing a watch acceptable for repairing another watch?  All this and more, on this weeks episode! Cheers!

This week, Mike & Joe welcome back Oliver from @watcheswitholiver as they go through some hot button topics pulled directly from their group chat .  It's a fun look into what goes on between friends.  Cheers! 

This week Mike & Joe are discussing the things they've learned from being part of the watch collecting hobby.  What its taught them, if its changed them and if they've grown more because of it.  All this plus Joe's recent "oops" purchase.  Cheers!

How do these two things go together?  Well, they don't  But this is what you get when Mike lets Joe pick a topic.  Joe really does make some good points though, so you should still listen to this episode.  If nothing else, its the same snarky entertainment you've grown to love!  Cheers!

This week Mike & Joe want to have a watch meet with our listeners.  We tell stories, answer questions and just have a good time with some watch talk at the bar.  Cheers!

This week is something special.  Michael Benavente is back on the show after a long absence and hes brought some new watches with him.  We have an exclusive look in to the Bulova Spring 2025 catalog, and discuss everything new and exciting that is coming out.  Including things that are being seen for the very first time!  Yes, this is a longer episode, but its worth it to be able to bring you this amount of material.  Cheers!

Hey Everybody!  This week, Mike and Joe tackle the Robb Report - "The 50 greatest watches of all time" and argue over why they believe some of those watches even belong on that list.  They also have some suggestions on what SHOULD have been on that list.  That and Mike gives his thoughts on the Bulova Mil-Ships.  All this and more, on this weeks episode.  Cheers!

This week, Mike & Joe review the year of both their personal collections and the podcast.  Reliving best purchases, favorite watches and favorite show moments.  All this and more on this weeks episode.  Happy Holidays, Happy New Year!  Thank you to everyone who has watched or listened.. We'll see you in 2025 - Cheers!

This week we have a listener suggested topic!  Mike & Joe discuss the regrets of buying and selling certain watches.  Also, we discuss the topic of the $17,000 Universal Geneve revival.  All this and more, on this weeks episode.  Cheers!

This week, Mike recaps his experience at the Bulova150 celebration in Miami and the screening of the new documentary film "America telling time - 150 years of Bulova" as well as discussing Joe's special new watch, his hands-on thoughts of the Yema Yachtingraf and GPHG winners were announced.  A lot of content to get through this week!  Cheers!

This week, Mike & Joe talk about some current(?) watch news, including:  Patek Cubitus, Omega x Swatch Earthphase, Tudor FXD MN Aero GMT, Zodiac stone dials and more!

After collecting hundreds of watches between the two of them, Mike & Joe discuss which feeling is better... The thrill of the hunt, or the actual acquisition of the watch.  Also, Mike has a few new watches this week and one of them has been a hot button issue.  All this and more, on this weeks episode.  Cheers!

This week, Mike & Joe discuss the watches they'd pick to wear for specific natural disasters - Earthquakes, hurricanes, wildfires, etc.  They also discuss the oddly controversial topic of Mikes Yema Yachtingraf and why he's selling it.  All this and more on this weeks episode... Cheers!

This week, we are continuing our ongoing Bulova series with special guest, TJ Harris!  TJ is Director of Brand Communications and we get into what he does and how he's made his mark on the brand, in the short time that he's been with the company.  Plus we get into the 150th anniversary kickoff and what we can expect moving forward.  All this and more, on today's episode.. Cheers!

This week, Mike & Joe revisit an old topic, of straps.  Our tastes and ideas have changed and therefore our opinions and choices.  We also discuss whether or not you should purchase a new watch with the bracelet (if that's an option.)  Plus Mike has a controversial new watch purchase.  All this and more, on this weeks episode.  Cheers!

This week, Mike & Joe try to bring some education to the show.  We talk about GPHG - What it is, how it works, and we make some of our own picks.  Do you think we'll agree on anything?  You'll have to listen to find out.  Also, what does a Kamasutra Swatch and a 55mm Invicta have in common?  That answer at the end of the show.  All this and more, on this weeks episode! Cheers!!

This week, we are FINALLY joined by Richard Callamaras of Accutron Watch, along with Michael Benavente.  We're talking all things Accutron: Whats new, what's coming and a lot of good teasers of what's just around the corner!   This is also a special episode because there is some bonus content at the end of the episode.  Mike and Joe discuss each receiving some truly horrendous watches (or are they?)  All this and more, on this weeks episode!  Cheers!

This week is a special episode!  Were talking with one of our OG guests, Jason from @watchrolling and the Watchrolling Podcast.  Jason has had the opportunity to visit the Veterans Watchmaker Initiative, formerly known as the Joseph Bulova School of Watchmaking.  Jason is in the middle of a 5 episode series where he interviews current and former students as well as the man himself, Sam Cannon.   We took the opportunity to sit down with Jason and talk to him about his experience both at the school and the feedback he's gotten from his interviews.  This school is a great program for our veterans to take advantage of and we just wanted to do our part in helping to spread the word.  Sit back and enjoy the wealth of knowledge and information that is... Jason!  Cheers!

Joe is in Florida!  Together again in the same room, he and Mike go through each other's watches and give their opinions.  You just might be surprised what they like and don't like.  As a side note... The audio isn't exactly up to par this episode.  So please bear with us this time, and we'll be back to normal next episode.  Cheers!

This week, Mike and Joe discuss just how important water resistance ratings and lume really are to a watch.  They also take a second look at a watch brand, that was discussed in some of the very early episodes of the show.  This week Mike also is sitting behind his new bar, but will it be a permanent set for him?  All this and more, on this weeks episode.  Cheers!

This week, Mike and Joe partake in some bar talk.  In particular, Mike discusses what he does for a living (the episode title will make more sense) as well as reveals what the controversial watch that Joe doesn't think he can sell.  We also cover the topic of green watches including the new Super Seville.  All this and more, on this weeks episode!  Cheers!

This week, Based on Joe's recent purchase,  he and Mike discuss what its like to obtain your grail watch.  Do you continue collecting or do you quit while your ahead?  Also, Mike bought a watch to flip and they argue about the Kith x Heuer Formula 1 release.   All this and more, on this weeks episode!  Cheers!

This week Mike, Joe and the voice from above are actually dispensing knowledge.  That's right, be warned - You might actually learn something from this episode.  Were talking dive watch bezels.  What they do, how they work and what all those weird markings mean.  Stick around till the end and let us know what you think! Cheers!

This week, Michael Benavente makes his 10th appearance on the show!  We wanted to let him talk about something, and he wanted to recap some of the highlights of his trip to Watches & Wonders 2024 and talk about some Bulova collaborations.  Also, he is armed with some late breaking news and teasers of some new stuff on the horizon!  All this and more, on this weeks episode.  Cheers!

This week, Mike and Joe discuss watches featuring integrated bracelets.  Mostly new releases but there are a couple PRX comparisons.  We also touch on the Patek Philippe Seiko mod.... I mean, painted dial.  All this and more - Cheers!

This week - Mike, Joe & KC are catching up on a few things that are going on.  Also, Joe and KC were able to meetup in California, so they share a bit about their time together.  Mike talks about why he cant get a fake MB&F anymore and we all have an opinion on the new moonSwatch Snoopy.   All this and more!  Cheers!

It's time for another Bulova episode and this week were joined by a very special guest, Patty Schmoyer.  You'll have to listen to understand just how important Patty is to the show.  We discuss almost everything Marketing and Advertising.  We just ran out of time to be able to cover it all.   We really hope you enjoy this weeks Episode - Cheers!

And we're back as a three!  Mike & Joe start off this weeks episode and KC joins by phone shortly.  We talk new things, and How watches get their soul and paying it forward.  Also, mike actually tells a story about a military watch.  All this and probably some other things I may have forgotten, I  this weeks episode.  Cheers!

Hey, where is everyone?!  That's the question Joe was asking this week, when nobody else showed up.  Mike had to fix someones car and KC was stuck in the frozen tundra of the north.  So, Joe goes solo this week discussing the 29 watches for 29 days challenge he just completed, but with a twist.   He went with all 666 watches.  This episode is pretty visually heavy, so you may want to pop over to your YouTube channel to watch this one.  Either way, settle in and get ready for 55 minutes of Joe.  Cheers!

This week its Mike & Joe, and were just telling tall tales and slight fibs.   Actually, its just a lot of bar talk and a couple of stories.   We haven't done one of these episodes in a while, and figured we were overdue.  Cheers!

This week, the boys tackle the topic of fake watches.  Spurred on by the recent  fake Bulova Lunar Pilots that have been circulating, we talk about some of the things to look for, red flags, and the controversy that surrounds fake watches.  Good thing that at least , that we're the real deal!  Cheers! 

This weeks episode is one for the books!  Michael Brings along John & Donell along, representing Design and Product Development for Bulova Watch Company.  We talk about inspiration, how sizing works, archive watches, color usage, and so much more.  Oh yeah, and... Whatever happened to Caravelle?  Make sure you have a little extra time this week because we're taking you on a journey through design!  -Cheers!

Happy New Year!  Welcome to our first episode of 2024 where Mike & Joe take a stab at making our predictions in horology trends.  Will we be at all correct?  Who knows.  But at least it'll be entertaining in a way that only we can bring!  Cheers!

Happy Holidays!  Thank you to all our listeners and viewers for making 2023 another great year!   In our last episode for the year, the boys recap their 2023 purchases by highlighting the best of the best.  We're also donning our best ugly Christmas sweaters for the occasion.   We enjoyed being your source of entertainment, in a way that only we could provide, and hope that you come back in 2024 for more shenanigans and fun!  Enjoy the holidays safely, Happy New Year and well see you soon-  Cheers!