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Luxury Watch Collabs That Actually Got It Right
Co-branded luxury watches range from iconic, like Patek Philippe and Tiffany; to more out there, like Roger Dubuis and Pirelli Tires. In this episode of The 1916 Company podcast, Armand and Tim examine what exactly makes a match made in heaven when it comes to co-branded watches.
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The 5 Mistakes Watch Collectors Make — And How to Avoid Them
Tim returns in a brand-new format and time, but with the same expert insight into the world of luxury watch collecting. To kick off 2026, he breaks down 5 mistakes watch collectors often make from quartz watch snobbery to risky DIY watchmaking. Whether you're a seasoned collector or just starting...
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The Future of Watchmaking: Jack & Tim on Grand Seiko, AP, and More
Jack and Tim look back at innovations in watchmaking over the past year and then into the future as they speculate to how the technologies we see today will change and adapt over time. Topics like Breguet's magnetic escapement, Grand Seiko's UFA, Audemars Piguet's new watches, and much more are a...
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Categories of Watches According to Men vs. Women
Jack and Eleonor were breaking down different categories of watches and how women go about viewing them as opposed to men. They explain how watches from the likes of Chopard, Bulgari, and Patek Philippe fit into different categories. They discuss the opposing takes on “dress watch”, whether a spo...
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The "Holy Trinity" of Watches: The History, Relevance, and Reality of the Term
Audemars Piguet, Patek Philippe, and Vacheron Constantin have long been held-up as the "Holy Trinity" of watchmaking; but what does the term actually mean? Tim and Armand take a deep dive into the name including discussing its origins, relevance in 2026, and watch companies themselves. They also ...
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Favorite Watches from the Vault
To ring in 2026, CQ and Tim went into the vault to pick out some of their favorite luxury watches we currently have in inventory. They break down watches from JLC, Glashutte Original, Vacheron Constantin, and De Bethune as they explain what it is about these watches they love.
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Tim's Top 5 Watch Reviews of 2025
After reviewing hundreds of watches in 2025, Tim narrows them down to his 5 most notable watch reviews with brands like Patek Philippe, Seiko, Moritz Grossmann, and more. Whether it's a vintage marvel, an industry changing movement, or just a personal grail, he explains his reasoning for each wat...
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Reacting to "The Oscars of Watches" and New Years Resolutions for Watches
Tim and Armand were reacting to the GPHG prizes and breaking down the different categories to discuss what their personal picks would've been. They talk about brands that won or lost like Grand Seiko, Audemars Piguet, Nomos, and more. The duo then turn their attention to the new year where they g...
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2025 in Watches: The Biggest News, Trends, and Surprises
Tim and Jack got together to recap 2025 in the watch industry and breakdown some of the biggest pieces of news along with the trends they've been seeing. Topics like technical breakthroughs, the proliferation of independent watchmaking, Breguet's great year, and trade shows are all discussed and ...
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See Tim's Next Watch - Life After My Grail Watch
Tim Mosso buys watches after a great deal of cross-shopping and thought. After a summer in which Tim added his grail watch - the De Bethune DBD - it's time to consider whether there's life after your grail watch. The Omega Speedmaster Grey Side of the Moon, Blancpain Fifty Fathoms, and several ve...
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Watch Collecting: What We Can Learn from Women’s Watches
Jack and Eleonor return to discuss the idea of building a women's watch collection. They discuss how the approach to watch collecting differs between men and women and the different philosophies one might use to choose their next watch. They discuss starter watches from Longines, iconic designs f...
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This Was Tim's First Watch
The Omega Seamaster is the eternal rival to the Rolex Submariner, but it's more than that. Tim Mosso started his life as a watch collector with two Omega Seamasters: one from his grandpa, and a graduation watch. Tonight's show is all about the Omega Seamaster and how to collect its many variants....
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10 Years of Watch Industry Innovation: How Horology Evolved
The watch industry has transformed dramatically over the past decade with innovations from ultra-thin marvels to the likes of Omega’s Spirate System. In this episode, Jack and Tim explore the biggest trends, innovations, and changes shaping modern horology. From the decline of traditional tradesh...
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Tim and Armand Gift Each Other Watches and Viewer Questions
Tim and Armand are gifting each other watches in this episode! They open up the conversation with gift ideas for watch collectors before choosing watches they'd give each other from brands like Oris, JLC, Audemars Piguet, and Vacheron Constantin. They end the show by answering some viewer questio...
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Rare TAG Heuer to Tiffany & Co. Stamped Patek Philippe: Drew's Watch Collection
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...
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Brutal Honesty - How Used Watches Lose Value
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...
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Defining the "New Vintage" Era
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 ...
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Why These Watch Brands Deserve a Second Look
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...
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The Most Impressive High Jewelry Watches from MB&F, Chopard, Piaget, and More
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...
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From Heirloom to High Horology: Luke's Watch Collecting Stories
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 ...
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Why Are Dive Watches So Popular?
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...
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Jack and Eleonor on Iconic Women’s Watches
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...
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From Vintage Icons to Modern Marvels: Pete’s Collecting Journey
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...
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See Tim Mosso's Full Watch Collection
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...