Big Black Clock Podcast

Big Black Clock

Big Black Clock
Everyone likes to hang out with friends, have drinks and of course talk about watch collecting, right? ;) 2 Friends and 1 Big Black Microphone discuss everything from the history of horology, new releases, buying guides and our personal experiences with the watch hobby. If you want to enjoy watches or want to hear about the news of the industry, but most importantly like to laugh along the way, then don’t miss an episode! Also check out our Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/bigblackclockwatch/
Ep. #135:  Latest News And Watch Releases
Hello Friends! There have been quite a few interesting watch releases lately, and on this episode we try to cover some of them that stood out to us the most.Kevin Wristcheck - Seiko 5 Rowing Blazers XDmitri Wristcheck - Q Timex Reissue Digital LCA(00:00) Intro & Wristcheck(09:16) Tag Heuer Monaco Racing Blue Limited Edition(14:36) Omega Seamaster 300M "Paris 2024" Special Edition(22:30) Swatch Bioceramic What If?(27:08) March LA.B Montre Mansart Automatique(30:28) Arcus Exos(38:02) Fears Brunswick Mallard Green(42:03) Industry Talk: Price Hikes and Rising Sales(48:14) Industry Talk: The Bubble Has Deflated(49:23) Nivada Grenchen Chronoking "Paul Newman" Orange(53:59) Industry Talk: Sellita Factory Damaged from Storm(57:12) Orient Mako 40Follow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/bigblackclockwatch/
Aug 7, 2023
1 hr 2 min
Ep. #134: Watch spotting from the cast and creators of Barbie and Oppenheimer as well as some cool pieces worn by Brad Pitt and Idris Elba.
On this colourful episode we go watch spotting among the cast and creators of Barbie and Oppenheimer while also checking out what's lately on the wrists of Idris Elba and Brad Pitt. And if this is not enough for you to give it a listen, we've got two words for you: Ryan Gosling.Dmitri's Wristcheck: Casio G-SHOCK GA2100Kevin's Wristcheck: Stowa Flieger Verus 40(00:00) Intro & Wristcheck(08:12) New Release: Cuervo Y Sobrinos Historiador "Hemingway"(15:30) New Release: Bulova Jet Star(20:45) New Release: Baltic HMS and Bicompax(27:20) New Release: Lorier Hydra(32:38) Watchenheimer: Cillian Murphy - Hamilton Archives - Cushion B, Endicott, Lexington(38:34) Ken Just Wears Watches: Ryan Gosling - 1972 Heuer Carrera ‘Ferrari’ Reference 1158CHN(43:59) This Barbie Wears Watches: Greta Gerwig - Movado Triple Calendar(47:39) Brad Invades British Sports: Brad Pitt - Vacheron Constantin 222(52:18) Another Kenadian Watch Enthusiast: Simu Liu - Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Chronograph(58:20) Gucci Gang: Idris Elba - Gucci 25HFollow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/bigblackclockwatch/
Jul 31, 2023
1 hr 6 min
Ep. #133: History Time: Omega Seamaster, Guinand and Lang 43
Hello Friends!  Sligthly inspired by the recent episodes we decided to do a history time one again. Dmitri is fueling his obsession with the Seamaster while Kev is introducing some slightly lesser known but equalliy as historically significant German brands - Guinand and Lang 1943.WristcheckKevin: Squale Marina Militare CombsubinDmitri: Omega Speedmaster Professional Chronograph 1861 Chapters:News:(06:00) Logines Flagship Heritage Moonphase(10:05) Seiko Prospex 1965 Diver - SJE093J1(12:59) Tag Heuer Carrera SkipperHistory Time:(18:50) Guinand(30:18) Omega Seamaster collection(42:50) Lang 1943Follow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/bigblackclockwatch/
Jul 24, 2023
51 min
Ep. #132: Listeners' Q&A
Welcome back! On this episode we decided to answer some of our listeners' questions. As usual, we respond to absolutely any questions !... as long they are not the ones we don't want to respond to ;). (00:00) Intro & Wristcheck(07:45) News & Releases: Squale Master Marina Militare(13:54) News & Releases: Omega’s 75th Anniversary Lineup(20:17) News & Releases: Tudor Pelagos(29:26) News & Releases: Monta Oceanking(33:33) What's the watch you wore most this year?(36:15) ​​What watch do you wish you wore more?(38:55) What's your favourite release of the year so far?(47:35) What’s your least favourite release of the year so far?(51:22) What’s your favourite discovery of the year?(55:36) Biggest surprise in industry news?(58:07) What has changed the most this year in terms of watch goals?(59:32) Recommend ReadingFollow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/bigblackclockwatch/
Jul 17, 2023
1 hr 1 min
Ep. #131: Dressy Tool Watches
Hello Friends! On this episode we decided to look into tool watches which could also come off on the dressy side, making them quite versatile and potentially making them contenders for the GADA watch. Wristcheck:Kevin: Oris Diver's 65 Bico Dmitri: Rolex Explorer 36mmChapters(00:00) Intro & Wristcheck(05:41) News & Releases: Alpina Heritage Carrée Mechanical 140 Years(09:54) News & Releases: Citizen Promaster Diver 37mm(14:13) Sinn 1746 Klassik(18:39) Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra 150M(22:31) Nomos Club Sport Neomatik(27:07) Bremont AIRCO MACH 2(31:23) Baltic Aquascaphe Classic(38:00) Nivada Grenchen Super Antarctic 3.6.9(43:40) Airain Type 20 Re-Edition(47:55) Ball Trainmaster Standard TimeFollow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/bigblackclockwatch/
Jul 3, 2023
56 min
Ep. #130: New Watch Releases
Welcome back our fellow watch  ̶a̶d̶d̶i̶c̶t̶s̶  enthusiasts! There has been quite a few interesting watch releases as of late and though we can't go through all of them, we focused on a few of me most interesting ones . From the official US Space Force Micromilspec release to the long requested Longines Zulu GMT in 39mm. Don't miss out on this fun episode! WristcheckDmitri: Maen Hudson 38 SangHwal EditionKevin:  Seiko Alpinist 1959 SPB245/SBDC149Chapters:(00:00) Intro and wristcheck(07:20) Micromilspec US Space Force(14:00) Citizen Series 8 GMT(20:42) Longines Zulu Time GMT 39mm(24:25) Maurice Lacroix Pontos S(31:35) Bausele Sydney Diver Endless Sunrise(36:57) Elka X Ace Jewelers Diversity Series(43:05) Nezumi Aviera GMT(47:48) Marnaut Safe HarbourFollow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/bigblackclockwatch/
Jun 26, 2023
53 min
Ep. #129: Best Watches For Your Travel Roll
Welcome back! The Summer has just begun and with it your travel plans, so we decided to think of a perfect 3 watch combination to go into your travel roll. Dmitri is trying to make sure you don't get mugged (for the most part) and Kevin is picking watch versatile watch collections from the same brands.Wristcheck:Kevin: Stowa Marine OriginalDmitri: Heron GladiateurChapters:(00:00) Intro(04:03) News & Releases: Rolex Daytona 24hr Le Mans(07:59) News & Releases: Tissot 35mm PRX(11:10) Watches for Extreme Conditions: Tissot 35mm PRX, Marathon Navigator, Boulder(16:38) What to Watch for When Travelling with a Watch(23:38) Dmitri’s Roll: Ollech and Wajs P-101(26:41) Kevin’s Roll: Hamilton - Murph, PSR, American Classic Boulton(31:58) Dmitri: Autodromo Group C(36:45) Kevin: Momentum - Sea Quartz 30 - Magnum PI, Atlas, Logic 36mm(40:37) Dmitri: Glashütte Original Senator Excellence Panorama Date Moon Phase(46:03) Kevin: Bulova - Oceanographer Devil Diver, A-15 PILOT, HACKFollow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/bigblackclockwatch/
Jun 19, 2023
53 min
Ep. #128: Watches On Our Shortlist
Welcome back! Here’s something we haven’t shared in a while: our shortlists of the watches we want to buy. More than just an updated wishlist, these picks reflect our evolving tastes over the years. For Kevin, maybe a timepiece with a unique, fun design or concept twist catches his eye. For Dmitri, no more tool watches.Share your want-to-buy shortlist, or how your tastes have changed with us via Instagram!Chapters:(00:00) Intro(14:51) News & Releases: Tissot Sideral(20:21) News & Releases: Bangalore Watch Company Manzinus(27:54) Dmitri’s Shortlist: Seiko SKX009J1 / SBP317J1(31:38) Kevin’s Shortlist: Seiko SBDC 149(35:09) Dmitri: Fears Brunswick Salmon(37:49) Kevin: Grand Seiko SBGX 341 (Fratello review with amazing photos here)(42:59) Dmitri: Omega Seamaster 300m(48:28) Kevin: Ochs Und Junior Settimana Raw(53:59) Dmitri: Sinn 1736 Classic(55:36) Kevin: Tudor Black Bay CeramicFollow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/bigblackclockwatch/
Jun 12, 2023
57 min
Ep. #127: Fashion Watches - What Are They And Why All The Hate?
Fashion watches among watch enthuasiasts are almost universally hated and on this week's episode we decided to try to figure out what exactly is a fashion watch and whether they should exist or not. Hope you enjoy this discussion centered episode and as always reach out to us on our insta if you have any comments/suggestions.Chapters:(00:00) Intro(05:40) News - IFL watches Casio G-Shock "Black Metal Galaxy"(10:58) News - Isotope Hydrium Second/Seconde(16:19) What is a Fashion Watch?Follow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/bigblackclockwatch/
Jun 5, 2023
53 min
Ep. #126: Best Quartz Watches For Every Budget
Welcome back! On this week’s episode, we discuss the best Quartz movement watches for any budget. From the practical to the painfully expensive, there’s bound to be a recommendation suited for any buyer out there. As always, send your suggestions our way via Instagram!Chapters:(00:00) Intro(10:21) News & Releases: Vulcain Chronograph 1970s(15:20) News & Releases: Union Glashütte Noramis Chronograph Gaisbergrennen(21:11) Casio Oceanus(26:33) CWC G10 Quartz(29:40) Junghans Max Bill(34:25) Bulova Lunar Pilot(38:03) Grand Seiko SBGP015(41:56) Tag Heuer Aquaracer Professional 200(46:03) F.P. Journe Elegante 48 mm(49:47) Citizen ‘The Citizen’ AQ6100-15AFollow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/bigblackclockwatch/
May 29, 2023
57 min
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