Fratello On Air returns and this week we discuss alternative watches to those already in our collections. The idea came from a listener of the Whiskey &amp; Watches podcast. It was then covered by the folks on Wrist Cheese Radio and the Spirit of Time podcast. We take our own spin on this idea as you'll soon hear.We're uninvited guests to the party! A few podcasts we know and enjoy have all taken their shot at a similar theme or alternative watches to something they already own. In our case, we choose watches from each other's collections, "throw them away," and then suggest a replacement. There's a lot of watch talk here, so get ready!Aufwiedersehen Handgelenks KontrolleMike has officially relocated to London, England, and has left Balazs to watch the fort that is Germany. As a result of the move, we've decided to retire the Handgelenks Kontrolle usage unless both are back in Germany. Therefore, we need a new saying and you can help! We want something English and have discussed Cockney rhyming slang possibilities. "Kettle and Hob" is slang for a watch, so we're sticking with a "Kettle Check" for now. Again, though, feel free to bring it! Mike kicks things off with his Seiko Cronos reference J13028 from the early '60s. It's a rare black-dialed variant that many see as a precursor to the brand's first divers. Balazs, on the other wrist, is wearing the new Nivada Grenchen Chronoking "Paul Newman" Orange.Alternative WatchesWe move on to the main topic related to alternative watches. Here, we each pick three of each other's watches, dispose of them, and suggest alternatives. Most are a real surprise!Balazs suggests the following changes to Mike's collection:Rolex Explorer 14270 for the Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra 150m 38mm BlueMING 37.07 for the Minase Divido VM14Seiko 4420-9000 "44GS" for the Citizen Auto Dater 200m Skin DiverMike suggests the following changes to Balazs' collection:Omega Seamaster 2627 Steel for the Omgea Seamaster 2627 14K with black dialCertina Chronolympic Valjoux 72 Hungarian Air Force for the Longines 7981-1 Big Eye with 30CHAt least 3 Angelus models for a vintage Angelus MedicalWe hope you enjoyed this latest episode. If you have ideas for a future show, please don't hesitate to let us know!

Fratello On Air returns and this week we discuss alternative watches to those already in our collections. The idea came from a listener of the Whiskey &amp; Watches podcast. It was then covered by the folks on Wrist Cheese Radio and the Spirit of Time podcast. We take our own spin on this idea as you'll soon hear.We're uninvited guests to the party! A few podcasts we know and enjoy have all taken their shot at a similar theme or alternative watches to something they already own. In our case, we choose watches from each other's collections, "throw them away," and then suggest a replacement. There's a lot of watch talk here, so get ready! Aufwiedersehen Handgelenks KontrolleMike has officially relocated to London, England, and has left Balazs to watch the fort that is Germany. As a result of the move, we've decided to retire the Handgelenks Kontrolle usage unless both are back in Germany. Therefore, we need a new saying and you can help! We want something English and have discussed Cockney rhyming slang possibilities. "Kettle and Hob" is slang for a watch, so we're sticking with a "Kettle Check" for now. Again, though, feel free to bring it! Mike kicks things off with his Seiko Cronos reference J13028 from the early '60s. It's a rare black-dialed variant that many see as a precursor to the brand's first divers. Balazs, on the other wrist, is wearing the new <a href="https://nivadagrenchenofficial.com/products/chronoking-paul-newman-orange" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Nivada Grenchen Chronoking "Paul Newman" Orange</a>. Alternative WatchesWe move on to the main topic related to alternative watches. Here, we each pick three of each other's watches, dispose of them, and suggest alternatives. Most are a real surprise!Balazs suggests the following changes to Mike's collection:<ul><li><a href="https://www.fratellowatches.com/tbt-rolex-explorer-14270/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Rolex Explorer 14270</a> for the <a href="https://www.omegawatches.com/de-de/watch-omega-seamaster-aqua-terra-150m-co-axial-master-chronometer-38-mm-22010382003001" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra 150m 38mm Blue</a></li><li><a href="https://www.fratellowatches.com/hands-on-ming-37-07-fifth-anniversary-edition/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">MING 37.07</a> for the <a href="https://www.fratellowatches.com/hands-on-the-fantastic-minase-divido/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Minase Divido VM14</a></li><li>Seiko 4420-9000 "44GS" for the Citizen Auto Dater 200m Skin Diver</li></ul>Mike suggests the following changes to Balazs' collection:<ul><li><a href="https://www.fratellowatches.com/the-first-omega-with-a-date-seamaster-calendar-reference-2627/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Omega Seamaster 2627 Steel</a> for the Omgea Seamaster 2627 14K with black dial</li><li>Certina Chronolympic Valjoux 72 Hungarian Air Force for the Longines 7981-1 Big Eye with 30CH</li><li>At least 3 <a href="https://www.fratellowatches.com/watchbrands/angelus/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Angelus</a> models for a vintage Angelus Medical</li></ul>We hope you enjoyed this latest episode. If you have ideas for a future show, please don't hesitate to let us know!

Fratello On Air: Alternative Watches To Pieces In Our Collections

Welcome, Fratelli of all shapes and sizes, to this week's episode of Fratello Talks. Today, Tomas, Morgan, and Nacho gather around the Fratello podcast table (and light up a scented candle) to discuss a topic that's been weighing heavy on their minds (and wrists) lately—big watches. All three have recently bought new pieces; in all three cases, they've been the biggest watches of their respective collections. Naturally, this has them wondering; are we going insane? Or are bigger watches ripe for a comeback? Perhaps it's a general fatigue of smaller timepieces or even an adjustment into a state of broader appreciation for timepieces big, small, and everything in between. We don't claim to have all the answers to these questions, but we tackle the topic all the same.

Welcome, Fratelli of all shapes and sizes, to this week's episode of Fratello Talks. Today, Tomas, Morgan, and Nacho gather around the Fratello podcast table (and light up a scented candle) to discuss a topic that's been weighing heavy on their minds (and wrists) lately—big watches. All three have recently bought new pieces; in all three cases, they've been the biggest watches of their respective collections. Naturally, this has them wondering; are we going insane? Or are bigger watches ripe for a comeback? Perhaps it's a general fatigue of smaller timepieces or even an adjustment into a state of broader appreciation for timepieces big, small, and everything in between. We don't claim to have all the answers to these questions, but we tackle the topic all the same.

Fratello Talks: Big Watches

Fratello On Air is back with a new episode. This week, we touch on a couple of recent topics including the gray market and some associated troubles. We also discuss a newly released homage watch and the light controversy that it brought. As always, we enjoyed ourselves and hope that you'll do the same!It's another week and that means another installment of Fratello On Air. Mike is still sweating it out in Atlanta, which explains the tinnier-than-normal sound of his voice (no fancy microphone in tow). Balazs is enjoying the rain in Germany — not really! This week, it's a bit of a rant session with a focus on some gray market high jinks and a new homage watch that has generated some critical comments.Handgelenks KontrolleBefore getting into our discussion on the gray market, we take care of our customary Handgelnks Kontrolle. Balazs is rocking his vintage King Seiko 45-7001 on a funky metallic purple Has No Bounds watch strap. Mike is also going vintage and is debuting a 1962 Patek Philippe Calatrava 570 that was sourced from Eric Wind. Clearly, we're both into our vintage dress watches in this episode!The gray market and other newsDuring the past week, reports surfaced regarding the Los Angeles-based watch site, "The Timepiece Gentleman." Apparently, the founder recorded a recent video discussing the fact that he has spent monies owed to clients who sent their watches to him for sale on consignment. At this stage, he is attempting to pay those folks back over time. Let's see and let's also see how it affects the overall gray market. We also discuss the recent Massena LAB collaboration with Revolution. The watch generated criticism for looking almost exactly like a rare vintage Patek Philippe, but the response video caused an even larger reaction.We hope you enjoyed today's episode. If you have any topics that you'd like for us to discuss in a future podcast, please don't hesitate to let us know.

Fratello On Air is back with a new episode. This week, we touch on a couple of recent topics including the gray market and some associated troubles. We also discuss a newly released homage watch and the light controversy that it brought. As always, we enjoyed ourselves and hope that you'll do the same!It's another week and that means another installment of Fratello On Air. Mike is still sweating it out in Atlanta, which explains the tinnier-than-normal sound of his voice (no fancy microphone in tow). Balazs is enjoying the rain in Germany — not really! This week, it's a bit of a rant session with a focus on some gray market high jinks and a new homage watch that has generated some critical comments. Handgelenks KontrolleBefore getting into our discussion on the gray market, we take care of our customary Handgelnks Kontrolle. Balazs is rocking his vintage <a href="https://www.fratellowatches.com/king-seiko-45-7001-a-pleasant-surprise/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">King Seiko 45-7001</a> on a funky metallic purple <a href="https://hasnobounds.com/collections/watch-straps/products/lagoon-strap-in-bisanzio-amethyst" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Has No Bounds</a> watch strap. Mike is also going vintage and is debuting a 1962 Patek Philippe Calatrava 570 that was sourced from <a href="https://www.windvintage.com/watches/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Eric Wind</a>. Clearly, we're both into our vintage dress watches in this episode! The gray market and other newsDuring the past week, reports surfaced regarding the Los Angeles-based watch site, "The Timepiece Gentleman." Apparently, the founder recorded a recent video discussing the fact that he has spent monies owed to clients who sent their watches to him for sale on consignment. At this stage, he is attempting to pay those folks back over time. Let's see and let's also see how it affects the overall gray market. We also discuss the recent Massena LAB collaboration with Revolution. The watch generated criticism for looking almost exactly like a rare vintage Patek Philippe, but the response video caused an even larger reaction.We hope you enjoyed today's episode. If you have any topics that you'd like for us to discuss in a future podcast, please don't hesitate to let us know.

Fratello On Air: Rants On Gray Market Tomfoolery And Homages

One of the most recurring topics here in the office is the so-called neo-vintage watches. Watches that were produced anywhere between the 1980s and the early 2000s. There's no clear definition (yet), so we go with this roughly 20-25 year time span starting in 1980. There are some neglected but very interesting watches to be discovered in this specific era. Ignacio, Morgan, and RJ talk about these neo-vintage watches in this podcast episode of Fratello Talks.

One of the most recurring topics here in the office is the so-called neo-vintage watches. Watches that were produced anywhere between the 1980s and the early 2000s. There's no clear definition (yet), so we go with this roughly 20-25 year time span starting in 1980. There are some neglected but very interesting watches to be discovered in this specific era. Ignacio, Morgan, and RJ talk about these neo-vintage watches in this podcast episode of Fratello Talks.

Fratello Talks: It's Time To Look For Neo-Vintage Watches

We're back at Fratello On Air after a two-week break. Mike is moving to London and Balazs is busy with all sorts of Summer activities. But here we are and we're ready to talk about vintage Seiko, buckles, and Speedy bracelets. We think today's episode flows quite well and we hope that you enjoy the ride!For this episode, your friendly hosts came together on a Friday evening with Mike traveling in Atlanta and Balazs back in the "heimat." We get into vintage Seiko on this episode and then talk about buckles and Speedy bracelets. This was a really fun episode to record, so we hope you enjoy it as well.Handgelenks KontrolleFor this episode, Balazs is wearing a vintage Seiko 6100-8000 Skyliner. The watch is new to him and has a nice story behind it. Mike is wearing his new MING 37.07 on the brand-new stainless steel universal bracelet from the company. Expect a mini-review soon, but know that it's good!Vintage Seiko, buckles, and Speedy braceletsMike then goes on to discuss his vintage Seiko 4420-9000, otherwise known as the 44GS. The good folks at the Seiko Frankfurt boutique helped get this beauty from 1967 back on the wrist and it's a lovely watch. It's clear that Balazs will need one! This goes on to inspire a discussion about tracking down the correct vintage buckle for our watches. It's a really satisfying purchase that can act as the crowning touch to an amazing piece. Balazs brings up a great link on Omega buckles. Finally, we respond to a listener's question about the favorite straps and bracelets for our Speedmasters. We even talk about our favorite strap tools (hint: the Bergeon 6767 is it).As always, thanks for listening! If you have any show ideas, feel free to let us know!

We're back at Fratello On Air after a two-week break. Mike is moving to London and Balazs is busy with all sorts of Summer activities. But here we are and we're ready to talk about vintage Seiko, buckles, and Speedy bracelets. We think today's episode flows quite well and we hope that you enjoy the ride!For this episode, your friendly hosts came together on a Friday evening with Mike traveling in Atlanta and Balazs back in the "heimat." We get into vintage Seiko on this episode and then talk about buckles and Speedy bracelets. This was a really fun episode to record, so we hope you enjoy it as well. Handgelenks KontrolleFor this episode, Balazs is wearing a vintage Seiko 6100-8000 Skyliner. The watch is new to him and has a nice story behind it. Mike is wearing his new <a href="https://www.fratellowatches.com/hands-on-ming-37-07-fifth-anniversary-edition/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">MING 37.07</a> on the brand-new stainless steel universal bracelet from the company. Expect a mini-review soon, but know that it's good! Vintage Seiko, buckles, and Speedy braceletsMike then goes on to discuss his vintage Seiko 4420-9000, otherwise known as the 44GS. The good folks at the Seiko Frankfurt boutique helped get this beauty from 1967 back on the wrist and it's a lovely watch. It's clear that Balazs will need one! This goes on to inspire a discussion about tracking down the correct vintage buckle for our watches. It's a really satisfying purchase that can act as the crowning touch to an amazing piece. Balazs brings up a great link on <a href="https://omegaforums.net/threads/about-omega-buckles.37347/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Omega buckles</a>. Finally, we respond to a listener's question about the favorite straps and bracelets for our Speedmasters. We even talk about our favorite strap tools (hint: the Bergeon 6767 is it).As always, thanks for listening! If you have any show ideas, feel free to let us know!

Fratello On Air: Vintage Seiko, Buckles, And Speedy Bracelets

Welcome, one and all, to this week’s episode of Fratello Talks! Today, two of the men behind the lenses here at Fratello sit for a chat about watches, photography, and the sweet spot where those two things meet. Morgan and Nacho share their stories on how they first discovered photography and eventually started shooting watches. They also share some tips and tricks they’ve found (the hard way), which may help you become a better watch photographer.

Welcome, one and all, to this week’s episode of Fratello Talks! Today, two of the men behind the lenses here at Fratello sit for a chat about watches, photography, and the sweet spot where those two things meet. Morgan and Nacho share their stories on how they first discovered photography and eventually started shooting watches. They also share some tips and tricks they’ve found (the hard way), which may help you become a better watch photographer.

Fratello Talks: Watch Photography

Fratello On Air returns with a discussion on some of the latest new watches. We discuss a number of brands including Seiko, Nivada, TAG Heuer, Louis Vuitton, and Aquastar. As always, expect a fair dose of candor!Geneva Watch Days may be coming in just a month, but there has been a bevy of new watches on the scene over the past couple of weeks. These are some interesting pieces and they spark conversation from our hosts. You'll hear both positive and constructive feedback on the industry's latest wares. Enjoy!Handgelenks KontrolleBefore getting into the newest releases, we get into the Handgelenks Kontrolle. Mike has decided to honor Balazs' recent appearance on the Spirit of Time podcast and its references to Magnum P.I. He has chosen his vintage Rolex GMT-Master 1675 on a Jubilee bracelet. Balazs is wearing a new release that has arrived for testing: the Nivada Grenchen F77. Both declare that this is a highly attractive watch in the integrated bracelet genre at a great price. It is a tough watch to purchase, though, as it is normally out of stock.New WatchesThis week we discuss a number of new watches including the Seiko 62MAS SJE093, Louis Vuitton Tambour, our upcoming Fratello × Aquastar Deepstar II Pink Salmon Limited Edition, and the TAG Heuer Carrera Skipper. We have a lot to say about all of these watches and get into a lot of detail. When it comes to the Seiko and the Louis Vuitton, we really like them, but wish they were more affordable. The Skipper was a real surprise and it has a lot of positive attributes with a few details that seem extraneous. Finally, the Aquastar represents a step in a different direction with a dial that's very different for a Deepstar II.We hope you enjoyed today's episode. If you have ideas for future shows, please feel free to let us know. Thanks for listening!

Fratello On Air returns with a discussion on some of the latest new watches. We discuss a number of brands including Seiko, Nivada, TAG Heuer, Louis Vuitton, and Aquastar. As always, expect a fair dose of candor!Geneva Watch Days may be coming in just a month, but there has been a bevy of new watches on the scene over the past couple of weeks. These are some interesting pieces and they spark conversation from our hosts. You'll hear both positive and constructive feedback on the industry's latest wares. Enjoy! Handgelenks KontrolleBefore getting into the newest releases, we get into the Handgelenks Kontrolle. Mike has decided to honor Balazs' recent appearance on the <a href="https://www.spiritoftime.co/podcast/episode/917d6d3b/ep68-magnum-pi-rolex-geekery-with-balazs-ferenczi-plus-nba-chat-and-collecting-vintage" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Spirit of Time</a> podcast and its references to Magnum P.I. He has chosen his vintage <a href="https://www.fratellowatches.com/tbt-rolex-gmt-master-1675/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Rolex GMT-Master 1675</a> on a Jubilee bracelet. Balazs is wearing a new release that has arrived for testing: the <a href="https://nivadagrenchenofficial.com/collections/f77" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Nivada Grenchen F77</a>. Both declare that this is a highly attractive watch in the integrated bracelet genre at a great price. It is a tough watch to purchase, though, as it is normally out of stock. New WatchesThis week we discuss a number of new watches including the <a href="https://www.fratellowatches.com/introducing-with-seikos-perfected-re-edition-of-the-62mas-the-sje093/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Seiko 62MAS SJE093</a>, <a href="https://www.fratellowatches.com/introducing-louis-vuittons-take-on-a-luxury-steel-sports-watch-heres-the-new-tambour/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Louis Vuitton Tambour</a>, our upcoming <a href="https://www.fratellowatches.com/introducing-the-fratello-x-aquastar-deepstar-ii-pink-salmon-limited-edition/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Fratello × Aquastar Deepstar II Pink Salmon Limited Edition</a>, and the <a href="https://www.fratellowatches.com/introducing-the-tag-heuer-carrera-skipper/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">TAG Heuer Carrera Skipper</a>. We have a lot to say about all of these watches and get into a lot of detail. When it comes to the Seiko and the Louis Vuitton, we really like them, but wish they were more affordable. The Skipper was a real surprise and it has a lot of positive attributes with a few details that seem extraneous. Finally, the Aquastar represents a step in a different direction with a dial that's very different for a Deepstar II.We hope you enjoyed today's episode. If you have ideas for future shows, please feel free to let us know. Thanks for listening!

Fratello On Air: New Watches From Seiko, TAG Heuer, Aquastar, and Louis Vuitton

Welcome to this week's episode of Fratello Talks. Today, we offer you, our dear Fratelli, a public service announcement: get your watches tested for water resistance before jumping into the pool/sea/ocean this summer!Inspired by a recent experience made by Lex, which serves as a cautionary tale, the guys keep it brief today. The moral of the story? Please don't risk the repair; get your watch tested before you get it wet! Morgan, Lex, and Nacho also offer tips and advice on where and how to get this done. They also exchange some anecdotes on their experience with water-adjacent use of watches.

Welcome to this week's episode of Fratello Talks. Today, we offer you, our dear Fratelli, a public service announcement: get your watches tested for water resistance before jumping into the pool/sea/ocean this summer!Inspired by a recent experience made by Lex, which serves as a cautionary tale, the guys keep it brief today. The moral of the story? Please don't risk the repair; get your watch tested before you get it wet! Morgan, Lex, and Nacho also offer tips and advice on where and how to get this done. They also exchange some anecdotes on their experience with water-adjacent use of watches.

Fratello Talks: A Summertime PSA For All Watch Enthusiasts

In this 28th episode of Fratello Talks, hosts Lex, Thomas, and RJ discuss useless features when it comes to watches. It's not (only) about complications that one never uses but also about useless functions, such as a power reserve on an automatic watch or a screw-down crown on a 30M WR watch (yes, this exists). We also try to come up with features that are not invented yet, but that would be useful. 

In this 28th episode of Fratello Talks, hosts Lex, Thomas, and RJ discuss useless features when it comes to watches. It's not (only) about complications that one never uses but also about useless functions, such as a power reserve on an automatic watch or a screw-down crown on a 30M WR watch (yes, this exists). We also try to come up with features that are not invented yet, but that would be useful.

Fratello Talks: Useless Features

Fratello On Air returns with another listener-inspired topic. This week, we tackle buying used watches and give some tips that we've learned over time. Expect a good back-and-forth dialog while our co-hosts are traveling away from Germany. As always, we're interested in your thoughts on a topic like this — we're sure that many of you have great ideas!Buying used watches can be a daunting activity. Concerns about the seller, the price, the location, and the watch itself are just some of the challenges that come to mind. We'll do our best to explore these in more detail and provide our thoughts.Handgelenks KontrolleThis week, Mike is in London, England and Balazs is in his hometown of Pecs, Hungary. To cope with their travels, they're each sporting easygoing watches for this episode. Balazs is wearing his trusty G-Shock GW-B5600-2 that serves as his "only-G-Shock." Mike decided to bring his MoonSwatch Mission to the Moon on a black Artem strap with a deployant buckle. Clearly, comfortable is the name of the game during this recording.Buying used watchesUsed watches are so plentiful and so many people buy them every day that it seems like easy business. However, challenges do exist. A listener of ours, Hugh, sent us a note and asked about the Omega Seamaster GMT 2534.50.00 , a model he has been eyeing. He asked us to discuss some of the top concerns we have about buying a pre-owned piece, so we're happy to comply! Everything from buying from a source with protection, asking for better pictures, and pitfalls to avoid come up in the discussion. Locating spare parts and a good watchmaker also makes the cut. If you're one who likes to trawl online marketplaces, this episode might interest you. As mentioned above, feel free to share your top tips in the comments section below.As always, we thank you for listening. Feel free to let us know if you have any topics for a future episode.

Fratello On Air returns with another listener-inspired topic. This week, we tackle buying used watches and give some tips that we've learned over time. Expect a good back-and-forth dialog while our co-hosts are traveling away from Germany. As always, we're interested in your thoughts on a topic like this — we're sure that many of you have great ideas!Buying used watches can be a daunting activity. Concerns about the seller, the price, the location, and the watch itself are just some of the challenges that come to mind. We'll do our best to explore these in more detail and provide our thoughts. Handgelenks KontrolleThis week, Mike is in London, England and Balazs is in his hometown of Pecs, Hungary. To cope with their travels, they're each sporting easygoing watches for this episode. Balazs is wearing his trusty <a href="https://www.fratellowatches.com/watchbrands/gshock/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">G-Shock</a> GW-B5600-2 that serves as his "only-G-Shock." Mike decided to bring his MoonSwatch Mission to the Moon on a black <a href="https://www.fratellowatches.com/artem-straps/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Artem</a> strap with a deployant buckle. Clearly, comfortable is the name of the game during this recording. Buying used watchesUsed watches are so plentiful and so many people buy them every day that it seems like easy business. However, challenges do exist. A listener of ours, Hugh, sent us a note and asked about the <a href="https://www.omegawatches.com/en-gb/watch-omega-seamaster-300-m-gmt-25345000" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Omega Seamaster GMT 2534.50.00</a> , a model he has been eyeing. He asked us to discuss some of the top concerns we have about buying a pre-owned piece, so we're happy to comply! Everything from buying from a source with protection, asking for better pictures, and pitfalls to avoid come up in the discussion. Locating spare parts and a good watchmaker also makes the cut. If you're one who likes to trawl online marketplaces, this episode might interest you. As mentioned above, feel free to share your top tips in the comments section below.As always, we thank you for listening. Feel free to let us know if you have any topics for a future episode.

Fratello On Air: Tips For Buying Used Watches

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In today's episode of Fratello Talks, Nacho is joined by Daan and Morgan (a podcast debutant and Fratello's photographer) to discuss the topic of GADA watches.They already shared their thoughts in article form on the website. Still, they decided to have a chat that expands on the topic, tackling hypotheticals such as their "grail GADA" watch or even the ideal adventure they'd take their GADA watch on. Get your headphones in, have a listen, and make sure to tune in next week for another episode of Fratello Talks!

In today's episode of Fratello Talks, Nacho is joined by Daan and Morgan (a podcast debutant and Fratello's photographer) to discuss the topic of GADA watches. They already shared their thoughts in article form on the website. Still, they decided to have a chat that expands on the topic, tackling hypotheticals such as their "grail GADA" watch or even the ideal adventure they'd take their GADA watch on. Get your headphones in, have a listen, and make sure to tune in next week for another episode of Fratello Talks!

Fratello Talks: GADA Watches

Fratello On Air returns, and we talk about recent controversies related to vintage watches, auctions, and heritage departments. We spare our usual chit-chat in the beginning and loop in a watch-related sighting in an upcoming Christopher Nolan movie. If you like candid talk, we hope you enjoy today's episode!Handgelenks KontrolleBefore talking about auctions and other related topics, we kick off with some discussion on Oppenheimer. The upcoming Christopher Nolan film about the atomic bomb looks fantastic. Balazs, however, has done some sleuthing and noticed that Robert Downey Jr. is wearing an interesting vintage chronograph. Could it be a Gallet? We'll try to find out. For the Handgelenks Kontrolle, Mike has unearthed a '60s chronometer-certified Omega Constellation 165.008. It's a watch that will need to go into the regular rotation. Balazs, on the other wrist, is sporting his Benrus Sky Chief chronograph.Vintage watches, auctions, and heritage departmentsWe kick off our discussion on auctions concerning the recent Omega announcement about a fraudulent Speedmaster sold in 2021. Then we discuss the effects on the vintage-watch market and what it could mean for collectors, auction houses, and heritage departments going forward. We also discuss transparency and the need for more of it during vintage-watch sales. As for help, the old-school forums are still a great place to ask questions. Finally, we also hope that questionable pieces in auction catalogs gain more coverage going forward to help warn would-be buyers.We hope you enjoy today's episode. If you have ideas for future shows, feel free to let us know!

Fratello On Air returns, and we talk about recent controversies related to vintage watches, auctions, and heritage departments. We spare our usual chit-chat in the beginning and loop in a watch-related sighting in an upcoming Christopher Nolan movie. If you like candid talk, we hope you enjoy today's episode! Handgelenks KontrolleBefore talking about auctions and other related topics, we kick off with some discussion on Oppenheimer. The upcoming Christopher Nolan film about the atomic bomb looks fantastic. Balazs, however, has done some sleuthing and noticed that Robert Downey Jr. is wearing an interesting vintage chronograph. Could it be a <a href="https://www.fratellowatches.com/watchbrands/gallet/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Gallet</a>? We'll try to find out. For the Handgelenks Kontrolle, Mike has unearthed a '60s chronometer-certified <a href="https://www.fratellowatches.com/watchbrands/omega/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Omega</a> Constellation 165.008. It's a watch that will need to go into the regular rotation. Balazs, on the other wrist, is sporting his <a href="https://www.fratellowatches.com/tbt-benrus-sky-chief-chronograph/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Benrus Sky Chief</a> chronograph. Vintage watches, auctions, and heritage departmentsWe kick off our discussion on auctions concerning the recent <a href="https://www.fratellowatches.com/the-3-3-million-speedmaster-ck2915-fraud-case/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Omega announcement</a> about a fraudulent Speedmaster sold in 2021. Then we discuss the effects on the vintage-watch market and what it could mean for collectors, auction houses, and heritage departments going forward. We also discuss transparency and the need for more of it during vintage-watch sales. As for help, the old-school <a href="https://www.rolexforums.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">forums</a> are still a great place to ask questions. Finally, we also hope that questionable pieces in auction catalogs gain more coverage going forward to help warn would-be buyers.We hope you enjoy today's episode. If you have ideas for future shows, feel free to let us know!

Fratello On Air: Vintage Watches, Auctions, And Heritage Departments

Do you approach other watch wearers in the wild? Or are you hesitant to do so? We often see others wearing incredibly nice watches on their wrists, but it's only once in a while we will comment about it. Lex remembers someone wearing a full gold Cartier Santos 100 with a very special strap he commented on. And RJ commented on someone's Rolex that wasn't well-received. In this episode, we talk about approaching watch wearers in the wild! 

Do you approach other watch wearers in the wild? Or are you hesitant to do so? We often see others wearing incredibly nice watches on their wrists, but it's only once in a while we will comment about it. Lex remembers someone wearing a full gold Cartier Santos 100 with a very special strap he commented on. And RJ commented on someone's Rolex that wasn't well-received. In this episode, we talk about approaching watch wearers in the wild!

Fratello Talks: Approaching Watch Wearers In The Wild

Welcome to another episode of Fratello On Air. This week, we each discuss our idea of the ideal three-watch collection. Then, we offer up three more at a more approachable level. Enjoy the show and let us know your thoughts.Yes, the three-watch collection is a popular topic. This time, it's our turn and we each offer a trio without any cost constraints. Then, Balazs and I come back around and do it again with more thoughts on our wallets. We have some similar picks, but also some very different choices.Handgelenks KontrolleAfter some talk about watches we've seen during travel, it's time to get into the Handgelenks Kontrolle. Balazs is wearing his Excelsior Park and enjoying the use of the EP40 movement. Mike is wearing his recent travel watch, the Doxa SUB 300 "Black Lung." Both declare it as a modern classic.Three-Watch CollectionNext, it's time to focus on the three-watch collection. We have some real fun with this one. There's some real variety here!Balazs kicks things off with the Omega Speedmaster Professional 145.022 Transitional. It has all the trappings of a 321, but with the more reliable caliber 861. For an affordable alternative, he brings in the Seiko 6139-7070. This watch has one of the first automatic chronograph movements and can be had for roughly €1,000. Mike leads off with the current Speedmaster Professional, a €7,400 gem with a perfect bracelet. For an alternative, it's another manual wind chronograph known as the Hamilton Intra-Matic H. This 40mm beauty is available for €2,195 in a couple of different dial colors.For the second round of the three-watch collection, Balazs starts with the Rolex Submariner 14060. He follows this up with the Yema Superman Heritage Special Edition, an affordable vintage-inspired alternative. Mike brings his all-time favorite watch, the Rolex Explorer 14270. His option watch is surprising because it's the Doxa SUB 300 Sharkhunter, a real beauty that can do just about everything.For our final spin, Balazs leads off with the Patek Philippe Calatrava 5196G, a discontinued beauty of a dress watch. While it's less expensive, the vintage Omega 2505 "Jumbo" is no less attractive. Mike finishes his with yet another Patek, the sublime Calatrava 570. Despite its simple looks, there's nothing basic about this watch. Finally, the more approachable icon is the Grand Seiko 4420-9000. Like the Patek, this watch also boasts a case that is best kept away from the polishing wheel. What is your favorite three-watch collection?As always, thank you for listening. Feel free to let us know if you have some ideas for an upcoming episode.

Welcome to another episode of Fratello On Air. This week, we each discuss our idea of the ideal three-watch collection. Then, we offer up three more at a more approachable level. Enjoy the show and let us know your thoughts.Yes, the three-watch collection is a popular topic. This time, it's our turn and we each offer a trio without any cost constraints. Then, Balazs and I come back around and do it again with more thoughts on our wallets. We have some similar picks, but also some very different choices. Handgelenks KontrolleAfter some talk about watches we've seen during travel, it's time to get into the Handgelenks Kontrolle. Balazs is wearing his Excelsior Park and enjoying the use of the EP40 movement. Mike is wearing his recent travel watch, the Doxa SUB 300 "<a href="https://www.fratellowatches.com/doxa-sub-300-black-lung-cult-legend-returns/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Black Lung</a>." Both declare it as a modern classic. Three-Watch CollectionNext, it's time to focus on the three-watch collection. We have some real fun with this one. There's some real variety here!Balazs kicks things off with the Omega Speedmaster Professional <a href="https://www.fratellowatches.com/speedy-tuesday-omega-speedmaster-professional-145-022-69/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">145.022 Transitional</a>. It has all the trappings of a 321, but with the more reliable caliber 861. For an affordable alternative, he brings in the Seiko 6139-7070. This watch has one of the first automatic chronograph movements and can be had for roughly €1,000. Mike leads off with the current <a href="https://www.fratellowatches.com/new-omega-speedmaster-moonwatch-hesalite/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Speedmaster Professional</a>, a €7,400 gem with a perfect bracelet. For an alternative, it's another manual wind chronograph known as the <a href="https://www.fratellowatches.com/hamilton-intra-matic-h-chronograph/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Hamilton Intra-Matic H</a>. This 40mm beauty is available for €2,195 in a couple of different dial colors.For the second round of the three-watch collection, Balazs starts with the <a href="https://www.fratellowatches.com/ten-years-later-the-submariner-14060m-is-still-the-rolex-to-buy/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Rolex Submariner 14060</a>. He follows this up with the <a href="https://en.yema.com/products/superman-heritage-special-edition-ysup2018alt-ams" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Yema Superman Heritage Special Edition</a>, an affordable vintage-inspired alternative. Mike brings his all-time favorite watch, the <a href="https://www.fratellowatches.com/tbt-rolex-explorer-14270/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Rolex Explorer 14270</a>. His option watch is surprising because it's the <a href="https://eu.doxawatches.com//products/sub-300-sharkhunter" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Doxa SUB 300 Sharkhunter</a>, a real beauty that can do just about everything.For our final spin, Balazs leads off with the Patek Philippe Calatrava 5196G, a discontinued beauty of a dress watch. While it's less expensive, the vintage <a href="https://www.fratellowatches.com/omega-reference-2505-aka-jumbo/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Omega 2505 "Jumbo"</a> is no less attractive. Mike finishes his with yet another Patek, the sublime <a href="https://www.windvintage.com/patek-philippe-reference-570-in-white-gold" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Calatrava 570</a>. Despite its simple looks, there's nothing basic about this watch. Finally, the more approachable icon is the Grand Seiko 4420-9000. Like the Patek, this watch also boasts a case that is best kept away from the polishing wheel. What is your favorite three-watch collection?As always, thank you for listening. Feel free to let us know if you have some ideas for an upcoming episode.

Fratello On Air: The Three-Watch Collection And Three Alternatives

Welcome to this week’s episode of Fratello Talks, where we dive head-first into quartz watches. Lex, Thomas, and Nacho gather in the podcast studio to discuss their love for battery-powered timepieces. There’s a lot to like about them. They’re reliable, accurate, and typically more affordable than their mechanical counterparts. And though sometimes quartz watches can get a bad rap, there are plenty of impressive electronic timekeepers out there worth admiring. And though the immediate association of quartz movements with cheaply produced, disposable watches certainly exists for a reason, there are also plenty of high-end options.

Welcome to this week’s episode of Fratello Talks, where we dive head-first into quartz watches. Lex, Thomas, and Nacho gather in the podcast studio to discuss their love for battery-powered timepieces. There’s a lot to like about them. They’re reliable, accurate, and typically more affordable than their mechanical counterparts. And though sometimes quartz watches can get a bad rap, there are plenty of impressive electronic timekeepers out there worth admiring. And though the immediate association of quartz movements with cheaply produced, disposable watches certainly exists for a reason, there are also plenty of high-end options.

Fratello Talks: Quartz Watches

In this week's episode of Fratello Talks, Nacho, RJ, and Thomas discuss the matter of in-house movements. What is an in-house movement? Which brands produce/use them? And how much do they matter to the guys when buying a watch? If you want the answers to these questions, listen to the episode below.

In this week's episode of Fratello Talks, Nacho, RJ, and Thomas discuss the matter of in-house movements. What is an in-house movement? Which brands produce/use them? And how much do they matter to the guys when buying a watch? If you want the answers to these questions, listen to the episode below.

Fratello Talks: In-House Movements

Fratello On Air is back with another episode and this time we talk about whether it's worth consolidating to one great watch versus having two (or more) really good watches. Of course, your definition of a great and good may vary, but we think you get the gist.Is it worth owning one great watch or is variety the spice of life if it occurs at a slightly lesser level? That's our question today from one of our great listeners from Finland who goes by "zenithist" on Instagram. It's a tough question and while we may not have the perfect answer, we debate the possibilities nonetheless.Handgelenks KontrollePrior to talking about boiling it down to one great watch or not, we hit the news. There's a recent visit to the Seiko boutique for some "routine" servicing, a touch of sneaker talk, and some new watches. We discuss the new Credor Goldfeather, the Seiko Prospex Speedtimers, and the Yema x Alpine Endurance Team watches made for the 100th running of Le Mans. When it comes to our wrists, Balazs is wearing his Omega Speedmaster 145.022 "transitional" with a lovely step dial. Mike is wearing his 1964 Seiko Liner 46999, a watch that will be up for review soon enough.One great watch?It's a really tough question that our listener poses — do you consolidate a couple of really nice watches in order to buy a more prestigious watch? The example that we were given is a tough one. The Tudor Black Bay 58 and the Tudor Prince Date-Day have been tossed out as possible trade subjects. What's the upscale bounty? Well, none other than the small but mighty Rolex Explorer. Mike is firmly in the camp of consolidation. Then again, the 14270 Explorer is one of his favorites. Balazs, on the other hand, plays devil's advocate. He likes a bit of variety and the ability to change size. Where do you fall in this argument?Thanks for listening to the latest episode. As always, feel free to hit us up with any show ideas that you might have.

Fratello On Air is back with another episode and this time we talk about whether it's worth consolidating to one great watch versus having two (or more) really good watches. Of course, your definition of a great and good may vary, but we think you get the gist.Is it worth owning one great watch or is variety the spice of life if it occurs at a slightly lesser level? That's our question today from one of our great listeners from Finland who goes by "zenithist" on Instagram. It's a tough question and while we may not have the perfect answer, we debate the possibilities nonetheless. Handgelenks KontrollePrior to talking about boiling it down to one great watch or not, we hit the news. There's a recent visit to the Seiko boutique for some "routine" servicing, a touch of sneaker talk, and some new watches. We discuss the new <a href="https://www.fratellowatches.com/hot-take-the-new-credor-goldfeather-is-glorious-forbidden-fruit/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Credor Goldfeather</a>, the <a href="https://www.fratellowatches.com/monday-morning-watch-news-2/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Seiko Prospex Speedtimers</a>, and the <a href="https://en.yema.com/collections/alpine-endurance-team?utm_source=ActiveCampaign&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_content=PRESS+RELEASE%3A+YEMA+x+ALPINE+Endurance+team&amp;utm_campaign=AC+CRM+EMAIL&amp;vgo_ee=S2juMweJjhtpIW9HA41SMYoXoZtfdcl%2BdnToIcXcZeRBnO6E2PnC2UY%3D%3AfZVKfUso0LShj1hcacJQbeemA%2BVyOj5a" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Yema x Alpine Endurance Team</a> watches made for the 100th running of Le Mans. When it comes to our wrists, Balazs is wearing his Omega Speedmaster 145.022 "transitional" with a lovely step dial. Mike is wearing his 1964 Seiko Liner 46999, a watch that will be up for review soon enough. One great watch?It's a really tough question that our listener poses — do you consolidate a couple of really nice watches in order to buy a more prestigious watch? The example that we were given is a tough one. The Tudor Black Bay 58 and the Tudor Prince Date-Day have been tossed out as possible trade subjects. What's the upscale bounty? Well, none other than the small but mighty Rolex Explorer. Mike is firmly in the camp of consolidation. Then again, the 14270 Explorer is one of his favorites. Balazs, on the other hand, plays devil's advocate. He likes a bit of variety and the ability to change size. Where do you fall in this argument?Thanks for listening to the latest episode. As always, feel free to hit us up with any show ideas that you might have.

Fratello On Air: One Great Watch Or A Couple Of Really Good Watches

It's not every day we run into someone wearing an Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Concept Watch from 2002. But when you meet Jerrel Manbodh, of Manbodh Watches, chances are likely you will see him wearing that special Royal Oak watch made of Alcrite. For this Fratello Talks podcast, RJ and Nacho went on location with Manbodh at his watch boutique. We talk about the watch business, the development in the vintage and pre-owned market over the last few years, and, of course, about his favorite watches.

It's not every day we run into someone wearing an Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Concept Watch from 2002. But when you meet Jerrel Manbodh, of Manbodh Watches, chances are likely you will see him wearing that special Royal Oak watch made of Alcrite. For this Fratello Talks podcast, RJ and Nacho went on location with Manbodh at his watch boutique. We talk about the watch business, the development in the vintage and pre-owned market over the last few years, and, of course, about his favorite watches.

Fratello Talks: On Location At Manbodh Watches

Fratello On Air returns with a look at six divers for under €1,000. We could do this episode any time, but Summer is the perfect time due to casual wear and loads of water-related activities. We've picked a fairly wide range of pieces from a wide array of countries. If rotating bezels are your thing, sit back and listen!So, you don't dive? Well, neither of us do either, but we do spend a fair amount of time in the water during the Summer months. And hey, maybe one of us will dust off the snorkeling gear at some point. Regardless of actually strapping on a tank, divers have become a go-to practical watch for just about any activity these days and that includes simply acting as a good watch. We've come together to name six divers that truly range in price, but all come in below €1,000. We hope you enjoy it!Handgelenks KontrolleFor those of you who don't love blathering, we're fairly light on the small talk this week and get right into the divers. Well, almost. Before the Handgelenks Kontrolle, Balazs discusses his profound admiration for the Tissot PRX. We think this would make a great Summer watch because it pairs so well with some shorts and a rolled-up linen shirt. Then, Balazs talks about wearing his Doxa 300T Sharkhunter, a watch that made the trip with him to his hometown in Hungary. Mike is wearing the newly released Aquastar Model 60, a 37mm skin diver that wears really well. He also discusses bringing the Tudor Black Bay 58 Silver and the Synchron Military Poseidon on a recent trip to Italy - a foray filled with pool and ocean activities.Six divers under €1,000 for SummerWe're ready for the main topic and that means choosing six divers that all sell for below €1,000. Let us know what you think of these choices:Certina DS Action Diver, a €975, 43mm PVD-coated stealth watch that we loved during our recent visit to Swatch Group in GermanyYema Pearldiver, a €799 retro-styled diver with a thick Hesalite crystal and in-house automatic movementNivada Grenchen Antarctic-Diver, a brand new €815 retro diver with a Cyclops!Seiko Prospex Solar Diver SNE573, this €499 watch has a no-fuss solar heartbeat, a great footprint, and is only 10.6mm thickBaltic Aquascaphe Titanium Blue, for €849, is a classic diver with a comfortable and lightweight caseCitizen Promaster Mechanical Diver, for roughly €579 was a long time coming for the big brand and it also brings a titanium caseWe hope you enjoyed today's episode and thank you for listening. If you have thoughts on future episode topics, please feel free to let us know!

Fratello On Air returns with a look at six divers for under €1,000. We could do this episode any time, but Summer is the perfect time due to casual wear and loads of water-related activities. We've picked a fairly wide range of pieces from a wide array of countries. If rotating bezels are your thing, sit back and listen!So, you don't dive? Well, neither of us do either, but we do spend a fair amount of time in the water during the Summer months. And hey, maybe one of us will dust off the snorkeling gear at some point. Regardless of actually strapping on a tank, divers have become a go-to practical watch for just about any activity these days and that includes simply acting as a good watch. We've come together to name six divers that truly range in price, but all come in below €1,000. We hope you enjoy it! Handgelenks KontrolleFor those of you who don't love blathering, we're fairly light on the small talk this week and get right into the divers. Well, almost. Before the Handgelenks Kontrolle, Balazs discusses his profound admiration for the <a href="https://www.fratellowatches.com/?s=prx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Tissot PRX</a>. We think this would make a great Summer watch because it pairs so well with some shorts and a rolled-up linen shirt. Then, Balazs talks about wearing his <a href="https://www.fratellowatches.com/watchbrands/doxa/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Doxa</a> 300T Sharkhunter, a watch that made the trip with him to his hometown in Hungary. Mike is wearing the newly released <a href="https://www.fratellowatches.com/new-aquastar-model-60-hands-on/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Aquastar Model 60</a>, a 37mm skin diver that wears really well. He also discusses bringing the <a href="https://www.fratellowatches.com/two-months-of-living-with-the-tudor-black-bay-fifty-eight-silver/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Tudor Black Bay 58 Silver</a> and the <a href="https://www.fratellowatches.com/the-new-synchron-military-poseidon-the-cult-brand-returns-two-years-later/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Synchron Military Poseidon</a> on a recent trip to Italy - a foray filled with pool and ocean activities. Six divers under €1,000 for SummerWe're ready for the main topic and that means choosing six divers that all sell for below €1,000. Let us know what you think of these choices:<ul><li><a href="https://www.certina.com/de/watch/ds-action-diver/c0326073805100" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Certina DS Action Diver</a>, a €975, 43mm PVD-coated stealth watch that we loved during our recent visit to Swatch Group in Germany</li><li><a href="https://en.yema.com/products/yema-pearldiver-ycl1-mr" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Yema Pearldiver</a>, a €799 retro-styled diver with a thick Hesalite crystal and in-house automatic movement</li><li><a href="https://www.fratellowatches.com/introducing-nivada-grenchen-antarctic-diver/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Nivada Grenchen Antarctic-Diver</a>, a brand new €815 retro diver with a Cyclops!</li><li><a href="https://www.seikowatches.com/de-de/products/prospex/sne573" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Seiko Prospex Solar Diver SNE573</a>, this €499 watch has a no-fuss solar heartbeat, a great footprint, and is only 10.6mm thick</li><li><a href="https://www.fratellowatches.com/baltic-aquascaphe-titanium/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Baltic Aquascaphe Titanium Blue</a>, for €849, is a classic diver with a comfortable and lightweight case</li><li><a href="https://www.fratellowatches.com/hands-on-the-citizen-promaster-mechanical-diver-200m-nb6021-17e-the-ultimate-affordable-titanium-dive-watch/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Citizen Promaster Mechanical Diver</a>, for roughly €579 was a long time coming for the big brand and it also brings a titanium case</li></ul>We hope you enjoyed today's episode and thank you for listening. If you have thoughts on future episode topics, please feel free to let us know!

Fratello On Air: Six Divers For Under €1,000 That Are Ready For Summer

Welcome one and all to this week’s episode of Fratello On Air. As Mike is out of town, Balazs invites Nacho — who happened to be in Germany — to join him for a chat. Today’s installment brings you a loosely structured discussion. The guys talk about their current comings and goings before steering into the topics of watch news and case back engravings. They then wrap things up by running through some first impressions of classic watches from TAG Heuer, IWC, and Grand Seiko.

Welcome one and all to this week’s episode of Fratello On Air. As Mike is out of town, Balazs invites Nacho — who happened to be in Germany — to join him for a chat. Today’s installment brings you a loosely structured discussion. The guys talk about their current comings and goings before steering into the topics of watch news and case back engravings. They then wrap things up by running through some first impressions of classic watches from TAG Heuer, IWC, and Grand Seiko.

Fratello On Air: Watch News, First Impressions Of Classic Watches From TAG Heuer, IWC, And Grand Seiko, And Other Rambling

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