Drew’s collection spans vintage and customized Rolex, Tiffany & Co. stamped Patek Philippe, a rare TAG Heuer watch, and so much more. Tim welcomes him back to our Collector Conversation series to discuss watches like those, his increasing appreciation of the F.P. Journe community, and of course h...

What do the Omega Speedmaster, the Jaeger LeCoultre Reverso, and the Patek Philippe Calatrava have in common? All of them depreciate. This isn't to say there's no retained value, but watches generally lose value on secondary markets. If you're not obsessed with Submariners, Nautilus 5711s, or th...

Tim and Jack explore the concept of neo-vintage watches. From the recovery of mechanical watchmaking after the quartz crisis to the rise of independents like F.P. Journe, Daniel Roth, and Kari Voutilainen, the duo trace how the 1980–2010 era defined today’s luxury landscape. They also break down ...

Armand and Tim each highlight two watch brands they believe deserve a second look from the watch collecting community. From the refined craftsmanship of independent watchmakers like Laurent Ferrier to the rich heritage of giants like Tudor, the duo explore what makes these brands worth revisiting...

High jewelry watches with serious wow factor take center stage in this deep-dive conversation with Jack and Eleanor. From Jacob & Co’s legendary Billionaire tourbillon paved with one-carat emerald-cut diamonds to H. Moser and Cie.'s gem-set Streamliners and Piaget’s Aura, we explore the most opul...

What began with his family’s Hamilton and Seiko evolved into Luke’s personal collection featuring Vacheron Constantin, Audemars Piguet, Rolex, and more in this Collector Conversation. From a young age, Luke was immersed in the world of watches—a passion that grew into a lifelong appreciation for ...

Dive watches are among the most beloved luxury timepieces, so in this episode, Tim and Jack explore why they’ve become icons in the watch world. With examples of personal favorites like the Blancpain Fifty Fathoms and Omega Seamaster 300, they discuss why the ruggedness and design of the dive wat...

Jack and Eleonor dive into the world of iconic women’s watches, exploring what truly defines an “iconic” timepiece. From the bold, sculptural designs of the MB&F Legacy Machine and Gerald Genta Gentissima Oursin, to the timeless sophistication of the Chanel J12, F.P. Journe Élégante, and Audemars...

Watch collector Pete sits down with Tim at our Newport Beach store to share the story behind his remarkable collection — from a diamond-set Rolex Sky-Dweller to a Tiffany dial Patek Philippe. Guided by passion rather than trend, Pete embodies the philosophy of “buy what you love.” He also reflec...

Tim Mosso doesn't focus often on his current watch collection, but tonight, it's the main event. In this show, Tim reviews all of the watches in his current collection from his high school graduation Omega Seamaster to his recent "grail watch," the De Bethune DBD. From Swatch watches to pocket wa...

Tim and Armand take a closer look at the world of underrated watches. From thoughtful alternatives to overhyped models to hidden gems that offer remarkable value, they explore timepieces that don’t always get the attention they deserve. Along the way, they highlight standouts from Vacheron Consta...

Omer has been fascinated with watches from a young age but his collecting really kicked off with a Tissot gifted to him by his grandmother. From there, his collecting journey has brought him to watches from the likes of Rolex, Grand Seiko, JLC, Omega, and many more. Whether hunting for the perfec...

In the latest episode, Tim and Jack dive deep into the captivating world of minute repeaters — one of watchmaking’s most complex and enchanting complications. They explore standout examples from horological heavyweights like Patek Philippe, Chopard, and Jaeger-LeCoultre, highlighting what sets ea...

In this episode, Tim and Armand dive deep into the world of watch collecting, kicking things off with a spirited discussion on vintage timepieces. What truly qualifies as "vintage"? And where does the term "neo-vintage" come from, anyway? From there, the conversation shifts to gold watches — incl...

With Tim attaining his grail watch recently, the podcast co-hosts have watch buying on top of mind. They discuss what their shopping lists look like and what watches they would be interested in buying next if they could. Whether heavy hitters like the Patek Philippe Calatrava or more obscure vint...

Jack and Eleonor visited The 1916 Company's Ardmore location to do a bit of watch shopping in the newest episode of their series. They take a look at all the brands there are on offer including Hublot, Longines, Oris, Grand Seiko and many more. The duo then decide on which 1 watch they'd pick fro...

Tim and Armand explore the history of manual wind and automatic watches, discussing the advantages and disadvantages of each. They highlight the rise of sports watches and brands like Rolex, Omega, and Breitling, which led to the modern-day predominance of automatic watches. Also discussed are br...

Join Tim and Jack as they dive into unusual partnerships between brands and celebrities, from Tudor with Lady Gaga, to Hublot with Nespresso. They also highlight other unexpected, occasionally controversial, celebrity partnerships with brands such as Audemars Piguet, Zenith, Longines, and Omega.

The 1916 Company’s very own Vice President of Retail Stores, Melanie, joins Tim on set to explore the watches she’s collected over decades in the industry. Her stories span from inherited Jaeger-LeCoultre and Swatches, Breitling watches from her time with the company, and brands like Cartier, Rol...

Precision Set has redefined the bridal jewelry world — and in this episode of The Jewelry Expert, we sit down with founder Buzz Jopling to discover how. From the origins of channel setting to the evolution of CAD-based bespoke rings, Buzz shares insights into how Precision Set crafts fully integr...

No, your 1959 vintage Rolex Submariner 5510 Explorer dial doesn't have more soul than a 2025 Rolex 126610, but I'm sure plenty of watch dealers will claim otherwise. Almost every single belief about watches and watch collecting is a social construct. As a result, almost all of them can be conside...

Tim and Armand are discussing sports watches in this episode and start with the most basic question: what even is a sports watch? They use general use examples such as the Omega Aqua Terra all the way to specific watches from Richard Mille used only for biking. They covert the full gambit and als...

In this episode, Jack and Eleonor explore the biggest news, trends, and questions shaping the watch industry right now. From major events like Watches & Wonders and Geneva Watch Days to exciting new releases from Urban Jürgensen, Breguet, and other top watchmakers, we dive into how brands are rea...

Colored diamonds are among the rarest and most valuable gemstones on Earth. Unlike traditional white diamonds, these stunning gems—blue, pink, yellow, green, and red—hold unique stories of formation, rarity, and breathtaking beauty. In this video, explore the fascinating science behind their colo...