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Another episode of the Independent Thinking Show for @FifthWrist Radio.  In this episode, hosts Roman (@TimesRomanAU) and Claus (@tapir_ffm) sit down with Jupp Philipp owner and CEO of the independent Swiss watch brand Fortis (@fortiswatches). Join us for a fun conversation about the long and storied history of Fortis Watches, their proud tradition of specialising in making tool watches; collaborations with pilots, space agencies and partnering with scientists doing Mars exploration missions. Most excitingly, we get  a glimpse into the direction Jupp is leading Fortis to, since taking over the brand in 2020. We even mention our favourite watchmaking genius Mr Paul Gerber, who has designed watch movements for Fortis in the past! It’s a really fun conversation ! Hope you enjoy it too. Follow Fortis Watches on Instagram @fortiswatches and www.fortis-watches.com  Jupp’s personal IG account is @jupp.philipp Enjoy! @FifthWrist⁠ Independent Thinking Show is a place dedicate to showcasing the great people doing interesting and cool things in the world of horology.  Theme Music for 2023: The Wrong Time by Silent Partner (via YouTube Free Music Channel)  Follow us on Instagram: @FifthWrist  #fifthwrist #fifthwristradio #fifthwristradiopodcast To join our crew group chat then please email us at contact@fifthwrist.com and if you have time please leave us a review wherever you listen to our podcast.  We hope you enjoy listening to this episode as much as we enjoyed making it!  Stay On Time

Independent Thinking - Kasper from @VitreumWatches (enamel dials and the purity of horological craft)  Another episode of the Independent Thinking Show for @FifthWrist Radio. This is a place dedicate to showcasing the great people doing interesting and cool things in the world of horology. In this episode, Roman (@TimesRomanAU) sits down for a conversation with Kasper Reisner, a Danish co-founder of the independent watch brand Vitreum Watches (@vitreumwatches). We talk about Vitreum’s specialty - hand-made enamel dials, their previous models (Honeycomb and Starry Night) and the new releases (Honeycomb 2.0; Storm & Sea). Look out also for a very special mention of the newest creation - the Ammonite! We discuss the creative vision behind Vitreum, and Kasper’s partner in this venture, the superbly-talented master enameler and jeweller Naomi Nevill @naominevill. Special shout-outs to other Danish watchmakers: @christian_lass and @arcanaut_watches. Make sure to check out Vitreum Watches @vitreumwatches and www.vitreumwatches.com Kasper Reisner’s personal IG is @vitroes_velour Naomi Nevill can be found @naominevill and nnenamel.com Theme Music for 2023: The Wrong Time by Silent Partner (via YouTube Free Music Channel) Follow us on Instagram: @FifthWrist  To join our crew group chat then please email us at contact@fifthwrist.com and if you have time please leave us a review wherever you listen to our podcast. We hope you enjoy listening to this episode as much as we enjoyed making it!  Stay On Time

Welcome to The Defining Time Show on Fifth Wrist Radio. This week Anthony (@defining_time) is joined by long time friend and all round legend of FW Thomas (@watchsymmetry) to speak with the wonderful Erika from Erika's Originals (@erikasoriginals). We discuss many things, about Erika's journey into watch straps after falling into it thanks to her husband to how one of Erika's straps was sent into the stratosphere. You will not believe the story about how she found the machine needed to make her own webbing. Thomas is a big fan of Erika's straps and you'll learn just how many of these straps he has. Huge thanks to Erika for giving up her time and for the wonderful things she is doing to give back to people in need. The world needs more Erika's.  Grab a whiskey if that's your thing, put on a tuxedo, sit in your most comfortable chair and journey with us to an inspirational conversation that really goes to show you can do anything if you set your mind to it! Recommendations from this episode: Erika: Soon to be a book called Instalicious @tamas Thomas: @kktimezoned Anthony: @doedtid Music by @salil808   Special thanks and shoutout to @cathy_whittaker for the Fifth Wrist voice work. Love it, thank you! Special mention to @southslope.nyc for his cool  mugs and t-shirts - check 'em out! Special Special thanks to @hands.faces.cases and @the_humble_horologists for helping out with the reviews and bringing more owners reviews to the community at warp speed. Thank you gents. Follow us on Instagram: @FifthWrist Thank you for all the positive reviews & comments on our episodes. We read and appreciate each one! To join our crew group chat then please email us at contact@fifthwrist.com and if you have time please leave us a review wherever you listen to our podcast. We hope you enjoy listening to this episode as much as we enjoyed making it! Cheers from Thomas and Anthony!

On a very special day, 1st Sep 2023, in a very special place, La Chaux-de-Fonds, a Fifth Wrist party was being had. The Defining Time Show (Back from the dead for 1 episode) was recorded, sitting around a table amongst friends at the Maison ochs und junior. Hence why you can hear the rawness of the track and I do apologise for some of the background noises. It was a fabulous evening full of great food, wine, beer, laughter and friends enjoying each others company after meeting in person for the first time. This was also the night the world came to learn about the now world famous Chick-Lip. We were blown away by Benoit's project and generosity. A huge thank you to ochs und junior for hosting a lovely event that allowed us to all be together and see the beautiful Maison. We are truly grateful for your hospitality. Thank you also to Claus for bringing the podcast gear and editing the track. Here is the list of colourful characters who attended the event. Claus Wolfgang Benoit Elio Phil Jake Anthony Bernd Also joining us was Leonard and Alice. Check out his amazing Butterfly watch he built at watch school. Find him here @Leonard_widmer Thank you so much to everyone involved with Fifth Wrist. It was clear to see what a wonderful global community that has been created. I don't know how to write show notes anymore to Alex will probably hate this but he can edit it if he wants. Thanks everyone, and for everyone else, stay on time!

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Enter The Vintage Hen-House, pick a perch, and listen to Benoît (@Petitesecondes) and his co-hosts chat to vintage watch collectors from all over the world about their collection, the vintage watch world, and many other things. Let's talk about the good, the bad and the ugly stories that we can all share about collecting vintage watches! Host: Benoît @Petitesecondes Guests: Kevin O'Dell from @theydid and Charlie Dunne from @books_on_time This episode was planned to be about Cartier and the Monaco Legend Auction that took place recently. But then everything went haywire, with the head of Fifthwrist forgetting to set his alarm clock, internet disconnections and a surprise guest? All these unexpected events still make for a nice chat to listen to, and not just about vintage Cartier watches. I hope you like it and have fun listening to our ranting! Thanks to Kevin Lee for the new microphone! Theme music by Jotunn @picodon_conan Special effects free of copyright thanks to the following websites: Zapsplat.com, fesliyanstudios.com and freesound.org. Enjoy the show! Don't forget to grab an egg on your way home! SHOW NOTES: 00:00 - Intro: New microphone 02:00 - Kevin O'Dell 1:21:00 - Interlude 1:22:00 – Charlie Dunne 2:36:00 - Sliders Instagram recommendations: NONE!! Too muche mayhem! Shoutouts:  @fumanku , @grail_watches , @rescapement  Follow our guests on instagram: @theydid and  @books_on_time Follow us on Instagram: @Fifthwrist Follow us on facebook: facebook.com/fifthwrist Subscribe to our youtube channel To join our group chat on Slack then please email us at contact@fifthwrist.com Please take the time to leave us a review wherever you listen to our podcast. Thank you for all the positive reviews and comments on our episodes. We read and appreciate each one! Fifth Wrist and Fifth Wrist Radio are both community run projects. Designed to serve the watch enthusiast community. We reject all forms of outside watch brand intervention and take no money, watches or goods from watch companies. The future direction of the website and podcasts are driven by the people who take part in this project. To join the action and get involved why not get started by reviewing one of your own watches at fifthwrist.com/write-review We hope you enjoy listening to this episode as much as we enjoyed making it! Thanks to everyone in the Fifth Wrist community who give their time to make this project possible. The hosts, co-hosts, writers and editors, plus everyone who takes the time to share and promote this project daily. Cheers from Benoît @petitesecondes Wherever you are, stay on time!

Another episode of the Independent Thinking Show for @FifthWrist Radio. In this episode, Roman (@TimesRomanAU) and Adam (@mediumwatch) sit down for a conversation with Romain Rossat @rrssstt (Vice President of Sales - Americas) for Ulysse Nardin (@ulyssenardinofficial) This episode delves into the fascinating world of Ulysse Nardin (@ulyssenardinofficial), a brand synonymous with innovation and horological excellence. Our guest, Romain Rossat, takes us on a journey through the history, significant achievements, and the future direction of the brand. From the iconic Trilogy of Time and Freak collections to the preservation of traditional crafts and the exploration of new technological frontiers, Ulysse Nardin continues to be a beacon of creativity in the watchmaking industry. Along the way, we speak about Dr Ludwig Oechslin’s innovative designs, astronomical complications, UN’s introduction of innovative silicium parts, the art of enamel dials, and many other things. If you enjoy independent matchmaking - this episode is for you. Instagram recommendations from this episode: @musee_mih; @taro_ulyssenardinjapanfanclub and @ochsundjunior. Independent Thinking Show is a place dedicated to showcasing the great people doing interesting and cool things in the world of horology.  Follow us on Instagram: @FifthWrist  #fifthwrist #fifthwristradio #fifthwristradiopodcast  Theme Music for 2024: The Wrong Time by Silent Partner (via YouTube Free Music Channel)   To join our crew group chat then please email us at contact@fifthwrist.com  and if you have time please leave us a review wherever you listen to our podcast.   Visit us at www.fifthwrist.com We hope you enjoy listening to this episode as much as we enjoyed making it!   Stay On Time

Another episode of the Independent Thinking Show for @FifthWrist Radio.  This episode is all about taking you into the world of independent watchmaking and appreciation. As host, Roman (@TimesRomanAU) sits down for a conversation with Niels Pedersen (@nielsmpe), a great guy and watch collector based in Denmark, who shares his journey from mainstream watchmakers towards more innovative indie brands. Niels has a wonderful collection of watches, and is a fantastic photographer as well - so definitely check out his Instagram account. Along the way, we chat about Niels’ collecting philosophy; the importance of patronage in supporting up-and-coming watchmakers; and the importance of investing passion into classical watchmaking.  We also delve into the watch collecting scene in Denmark, as well as the broader trends in the worldwide independent watch market.  It’s a really fun conversation ! Hope you enjoy it too. Special shoutouts to friends of @FifthWrist in this episode: Anthony @defining_time; Claus @tapir_ffm; Peter @watchcph; Reuben @reubenschoots; Jasper @jasperthemachanaut; @Ochsundjunior; @DeklaWatches; @MikeStuffler; @Sushkov_ms; @arcanaut_watches; Christian and Hanne @christian_lass and @gravalance; @felipepikullik;  Instagram recommendations: Niels - @hodinkyberkus; @vivabastardo Roman - @aserialcollector Follow us on Instagram: @FifthWrist  #fifthwrist #fifthwristradio #fifthwristradiopodcast @FifthWrist Independent Thinking Show is a place dedicated to showcasing the great people doing interesting and cool things in the world of horology.  Theme Music for 2024: The Wrong Time by Silent Partner (via YouTube Free Music Channel)  To join our crew group chat then please email us at contact@fifthwrist.com and if you have time please leave us a review wherever you listen to our podcast. We hope you enjoy listening to this episode as much as we enjoyed making it!  Stay On Time

Another episode of the Independent Thinking Show for @FifthWrist Radio.  In this episode, hosts Roman (@TimesRomanAU) and Claus (@tapir_ffm) speak with with Claude Griesler, Co-Founder and Master Watchmaker of at @arminstrom - one of the most exciting independent watch brands on the market today. Topics we discussed include Armin Strom's unique design elements, innovation and technical achievements of their models (eg. Gravity Equal Force, Resonance, and One Week Edition watches). We also chat about the the evolution of the company, Armin Strom’s commitment to technical innovation, focus on precision, their philosophy of creating watches with a purpose, and the passion and warmth behind Armin Strom's engagement with its customers. It’s a really fun conversation ! Hope you enjoy it too. Follow Armin Strom on Instagram @arminstrom and www.arminstrom.com  Special shoutouts to friends of ⁠@FifthWrist⁠ in this episode: Asher Rapkin ⁠@collectivehorology; Manuel Emch (@mchtagram); and Jeremy Oster’s excellent “Keeping Time” podcast, where Claude has been a previous guest on several episodes to discuss Armin Strom. Definitely listen to Keeping Time. It’s a great podcast.  Follow us on Instagram: @FifthWrist  #fifthwrist #fifthwristradio #fifthwristradiopodcast @FifthWrist Independent Thinking Show is a place dedicated to showcasing the great people doing interesting and cool things in the world of horology. Theme Music for 2024: The Wrong Time by Silent Partner (via YouTube Free Music Channel)  To join our crew group chat then please email us at contact@fifthwrist.com and if you have time please leave us a review wherever you listen to our podcast.  We hope you enjoy listening to this episode as much as we enjoyed making it!  Stay On Time

You love the cool design codes of the 70s? You are into dive and sports watches? This is the podcast (and maybe) the watch for you! show notes here This is the seventh edition of a small series of podcasts about the (not so) hidden watch champions of Germany. This is also a kind of cooperation between Fifth Wrist and WatchMaxe. Today Claus (@tapir_ffm) from Fifth Wrist and Axel (@WatchMaxe on Youtube) are talking to Wolfgang Heinrich, founder of HEINRICH Watches.  Enjoy listening! Fifth Wrist: Fifth Wrist and Fifth Wrist Radio are both community run projects. Designed to serve the watch enthusiast community. We reject all forms of outside watch brand intervention and take no money, watches or goods from watch companies. The future direction of the website and podcasts are driven by the people who take part in this project. To join the action and get involved why not get started by reviewing one of your own watches at fifthwrist.com/write-review  Follow us on Instagram: @fifthwrist  Follow us on youtube: Fifth Wrist Ohne Hemmung We hope you enjoy listening to this episode as much as we enjoyed making it! Thanks to everyone in the Fifth Wrist community who give their time to make this project possible. The hosts, co-hosts, writers and editors, plus everyone who takes the time to share and promote this project daily. Please take the time to leave us a review wherever you listen to our podcast. Thank you for all the positive reviews and comments on our episodes. We read and appreciate each one! The time is gone, the show is over, thought I'd something more to say… Theme music: homegrown 

Another episode of the Independent Thinking Show for @FifthWrist Radio. In this episode, Roman (@TimesRomanAU) and Adam (@mediumwatch) sit down for an in-depth discussion about their personal horological interests, buying practices and collecting trajectories.  Consider this a bit of a “state of the collection” and “where to next” for our personal watch collecting journeys. We  also chat about our their collecting aspirations and watchmakers we admire. We have not done a one-on-one episode like this before, so hope you enjoy it. Show notes 00:09 Introduction and Welcome 01:46 Reflections on Personal Horological Journeys 05:50 The Art of Collecting: Watches and Beyond 06:37 Wrist Check and Discussion 10:00 The Influence of Trends in Watch Collecting 15:40 Exploring Obscure and Unique Watches 23:15 The Appeal of Pocket Watches 26:07 The Allure of Customized Watches and the problem with endless customization 28:45 Discussing Group Projects and Limited Editions 29:14 The Value of Scarcity and Durable Beauty 29:47 Reflecting on Personal Watch Collections 30:20 The Pursuit of Mechanical Complexity 30:40 The Relevance of Yellow Gold in Modern Times 31:29 The Struggle of Managing a Large Collection 32:06 The Challenge of Selling Unique Watches 34:24 The Attraction to Early Independent Horology 36:54 The Future of Personal Watch Collections 43:09 The Future Watch Wishlist Instagram recommendations from this episode:  Roman: @the_space_giant; @alexku.horology Adam: @iampandacat Special additional shoutouts: @arcanaut_watches, @ochundjunior and @reubenschoots Independent Thinking Show is a place dedicated to showcasing the great people doing interesting and cool things in the world of horology.  Follow us on Instagram: @FifthWrist  #fifthwrist #fifthwristradio #fifthwristradiopodcast  Theme Music for 2023: The Wrong Time by Silent Partner (via YouTube Free Music Channel)   To join our crew group chat then please email us at contact@fifthwrist.com  and if you have time please leave us a review wherever you listen to our podcast.   Visit us at www.fifthwrist.com We hope you enjoy listening to this episode as much as we enjoyed making it!   Stay On Time

link to show notes here Or (in case the like doesn't work) here: watches were my first loveand they will be my lastwatches of the futureand watches of the past Detailed show notes have been available in the past and will be available in the future.For now we only have four geeks taking about watches of the past and the future.And lots of … Shout-outs #chicklip@moodydials@myhorologicaljourney@arminstrom@guillaume_2406@breitling@sphaera _watchco@der_maschinenraum@woodswatchmaking@hands.faces.cases@wernerwatches@uhren.kaiser@mediumwatch@timesromanau@the349designer@defining_time5 The «Defining Time Show« DTS - LCDF Wolfgang and Wonders  Instagram recommendations  Phil: @pinkpatekBenoît: @honda.4649Wolfgang: @artdecowristwatchesClaus: @wernerwatches,  @uhren.kaiser   Theme music:diy by @tapir_ffm based on the aria «Ebben? Ne andrò lontana» of the opera «La Wally» by Alfredo Catalani Fifth Wrist and Fifth Wrist Radio are both community run projects. Designed to serve the watch enthusiast community. We reject all forms of outside watch brand intervention and take no money, watches or goods from watch companies. The future direction of the website and podcasts are driven by the people who take part in this project. To join the action and get involved why not get started by reviewing one of your own watches at fifthwrist.com/write-review  Follow us on Instagram: @fifthwristFollow us on facebook: facebook.com/fifthwristTo join our group chat on Slack then please email us at contact@fifthwrist.com  We hope you enjoy listening to this episode as much as we enjoyed making it! Thanks to everyone in the Fifth Wrist community who give their time to make this project possible. The hosts, co-hosts, writers and editors, plus everyone who takes the time to share and promote this project daily.Please take the time to leave us a review wherever you listen to our podcast. Thank you for all the positive reviews and comments on our episodes. We read and appreciate each one!The time is gone, the show is over, thought I’d something more to say…

Wishing everyone a Happy 2024!  Thanks for listening, writing, reviewing and commenting with us throughout 2023! Just a quick episode to say thank you to all  guests, contributors and listeners of Independent Thinking and the larger @FifthWrist podcasts, website and shows.  (make sure you listen to the special bonus track right at the end of the episode ;-) Lots of thanks to my podcast cohosts this year: Adam (@mediumwatch); Claus (@tapir_ffm); and Phil (@pippy). It was my privilege and absolute joy to spend time with you all! Massive thank you to all the Independent Thinking podcasts guests in 2023. Your work and words continue to inspire me! Martin Braun & Scott Goldman (@goldmanstagram1) Gai Gohari (@morillo55) Alex Ku (@alexku.horology) Judd Philipp from @Fortiswatches Kasper (@vitroes_velour) from @VitreumWatches Chris Manning (@Silver_Hand) Reuben Schoots (@reubenschoots) Leonard & Massimo Dreifuss from Maurice De Mauriac watches (@mauricedemauriac) Aaron Sarauer (@sarauerhorology) Roman Winiger (www.winigerhorloger.com) Paul Boutros (@pboutros) Jérémy Freléchox (@vanguart and www.timeforge.ch) Seth Kennedy (@sk_mechanician) Michael Culyba (Director of the brilliant “Keeper of Time movie”) @keeperoftimemovie Peter & Albert (@Zeitwinkel.ch), and Asher @collectivehorology Rick & Andrew (@SoLabs.co) Helbert - @Hellbuoi (co-founder of the @the.horology.club) Thank you listening to our Independent Thinking Show and other @FifthWrist episodes in 2023 and for your feedback, messages of support and general engagement. Stay tuned for 2024! Lots of cool guests and episodes already "in the can" or scheduled. Happy Festive Season and Happy 2024! Roman Stay on Time Theme Music for 2023: The Wrong Time by Silent Partner (via YouTube Free Music Channel)   Follow us on Instagram: @FifthWrist  #fifthwrist #fifthwristradio #fifthwristradiopodcast

Another episode of the Independent Thinking Show for @FifthWrist Radio. @FifthWrist Independent Thinking Show is a place dedicate to showcasing the great people doing interesting and cool things in the world of horology.   In this special episode, Roman (@TimesRomanAU) sits down for a chat with one of his horological heroes and indie watchmaking royalty - master watchmaker and clockmaker Martin Braun, and a previous guest and friend of FifthWrist Scott Goldman. Our fascinating conversation captures the intricacies of indie horology, the evolution of Martin’s horology career, and the trials and tribulations of early independent watchmaking in the 1990s and early 2000s.  We get insights into Martin’s approach to unique designs, astronomical influences in his watches, his (not positive) experience with the Frank Muller, and the current relaunch of the EOS sunrise and sunset watch. This episode is packed with rich stories and insights into the world of watchmaking, giving listeners a close-up look into the complexities and the artistry involved in creating timepieces. The iconic Martin Braun EOS model (with customisable sunrise and sunset indicators set for the owner’s location) is now relaunched and available. In USA, you can contact Scott directly on scott@scottgoldman.net or +1 3109637867 to discuss how to buy the Martin Braun EOS now! It is a MAGICAL WATCH!! Outside North America, you can also check out the Schaumburg Watch website for details. Theme Music for 2023: The Wrong Time by Silent Partner (via YouTube Free Music Channel)   To join our crew group chat then please email us at contact@fifthwrist.com and if you have time please leave us a review wherever you listen to our podcast.   We hope you enjoy listening to this episode as much as we enjoyed making it!   Stay On Time Follow us on Instagram: ⁠@FifthWrist⁠  #fifthwrist #fifthwristradio #fifthwristradiopodcast

Another episode of the Independent Thinking Show for @FifthWrist Radio. @FifthWrist Independent Thinking Show is a place dedicate to showcasing the great people doing interesting and cool things in the world of horology.  In this special episode, hosts Roman (@TimesRomanAU) and Adam (@mediumwatch) sit down for a chat with a guest - Mr Gai Gohari (@morillo55), a vintage watch dealer who owns and operates Classic Watches NY (classicwatchny.com).  In addition to selling unusual and stylish design-driven vintage timepieces, Gai also deals in gems and jewellery, and has a deep passion for photography and fashion. Throughout this wide-ranging  conversation recorded back in January 2023, Gai shares his journey into the world of watches, documenting from his start in fashion and precious stones into his passion for vintage horology. Gai also delves into his connection with spirituality and how it intertwines with his material pursuits like watch collecting and dealing in rare and beautifully designed timepieces. Amidst the enlightening conversation, Gai’s raw honesty provides listeners a glimpse into the behind-the-scenes dynamics of the watch-dealing industry, culture and how his personal philosophy plays out in his dealing practices. Special should outs in this episode to: Roni Madhvani (@roni_m_29) previous FWR guest and someone we admire very much; Phil Toledano (@misterenthusiast) - and his awesome Viva Bastardo Podcast (@vivabastardoshow); and Aaron (@aaron_coop_). Make sure to also check out Gai’s photography IG account @morillopics and his photography book New York Naked. Theme Music for 2023: The Wrong Time by Silent Partner (via YouTube Free Music Channel)   Follow us on Instagram: @FifthWrist  #fifthwrist #fifthwristradio #fifthwristradiopodcast  To join our crew group chat then please email us at contact@fifthwrist.com and if you have time please leave us a review wherever you listen to our podcast.   We hope you enjoy listening to this episode as much as we enjoyed making it!   Stay On Time

Another episode of the Independent Thinking Show for @FifthWrist Radio. @FifthWrist⁠'s Independent Thinking Show is a place dedicate to showcasing the great people doing interesting and cool things in the world of horology.  In this special episode, hosts Roman (@TimesRomanAU) and Adam (@mediumwatch) sit down for a chat with Alex Ku (@alexku.horology) - a pocket watch collector who has gathered a truly remarkable collection of historical pocket watches, which is currently on exhibition at the Horological Society of New York (@horologicalsocietyofny). The “Pocket Genius Exhibition” is on display at HSNY until December 4 2023, and we would urge everyone who is able to visit in person to do so. Alex put together a personal world-class collection of pocket watches, comprising works by the absolute stars of the historical craft from Europe, USA and England: Abraham-Louis Breguet, Thomas Mudge, Le Roy, Berthoud, Thomas Thompion, John Arnold, George Graham, Albert Potter, and many others. In our discussion, we chat with Alex about his collecting philosophy, how we decided to concentrate on pocket watches, the importance of escapements and mechanical ingenuity, and how his collection was assembled and prepared for the HSNY exhibition. If you are a fan of horological scholarship - you will enjoy this. Follow Alex Ku on his personal IG page (@alexku.horology), and make sure to check out the  “Pocket Genius Exhibition" (to visit or pick up a printed copy of the beautifully-produced catalog (also available for download as a PDF). The Exhibition is on display (Free entry) at HSNY until December 4 2023. Special should outs in this episode to: Nicholas Manoussos (@nmanousos); Horological Society of New York (@horologicalsocietyofny); Worshipful Company of Clocmakers (@clockmakerscompany); Roger W Smith (@rogerwsmithltd); David Walter (@davide.walter); C B (@onlybuyingtime); Lewis Walduck (@lewis_walduck); and Steve (@phxwatchnut). Theme Music for 2023: The Wrong Time by Silent Partner (via YouTube Free Music Channel)  Follow us on Instagram: @FifthWrist  #fifthwrist #fifthwristradio #fifthwristradiopodcast To join our crew group chat then please email us at contact@fifthwrist.com and if you have time please leave us a review wherever you listen to our podcast.  We hope you enjoy listening to this episode as much as we enjoyed making it!  Stay On Time

Link to show notes here or, if the link doesn't work on your system: This is the sixth edition of a small series of podcasts about the (not so) hidden watch champions of Germany – and this time for the first time Austria.  This time with our Fifth Wrist colleague Wolfgang / @w_a_t_c_h_s_t_y_l_e.   We are talking to Martin and Daniel from Sphaera Watch Co., the home of the «desk diver». You will learn about a cool new brand, watchmaking in Austria – and a lot of stuff about Austria and the Salzburg region :-)    Enjoy listening! Explanations/Translations:  Bügelflasche:  head over to https://www.wieselburger.at/en/our-beer/ and you will see the special closure of the bottle, which causes the typical noise when opened Rupertikirtag:  Unbeleivable, but the Rupertikirtag has an English article on Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rupertikirtag Lederhosen:  https://www.instagram.com/sphaera_watchco/?img_index=1 „Like the fist on the eye":  a perfect match   Festungsberg: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Festungsberg Stiegl Bier:  https://www.stiegl.at/en/ Laugenbrezel and Stiegl-Halbe:  ⁠https://de.freepik.com/fotos-premium/dunkles-und-helles-bier-brezeln-auf-dem-holz_10274698.htm⁠ Werkschulheim:  A special school which offers a combination of a general secondary school and craft training. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Werkschulheim_Felbertal Die Klapperschlange: Snake Plissken ist the main character in «Escape from New York» Salzkammergut:  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Salzkammergut Mozartkugel:  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mozartkugel Sphaera: a artwork by Stephan Balkenol: ⁠https://www.salzburg.info/en/salzburg/creative-salzburg/art-in-public-room/walk-of-modern-art/sphaera#:~:text=%22Sphaera%22%20%26%20%22Woman%20in%20the%20Rock%22%2C%20Stephan%20Balkenhol&text=It⁠%20represents%20a%20male%20figure,%22Woman%20in%20the%20Rock%22.   Sphaera:  https://blogs.bl.uk/asian-and-african/2020/08/at-the-crossroads-of-cultures.html https://www.salzburg.info/en/travel-info/infos/cafe-glockenspiel_az_15446 Eugendorf:   https://www.google.com/maps/dir/Faistenau,+%C3%96sterreich/Eugendorf,+%C3%96sterreich/@47.8270007,13.1049378,12z/data=!4m14!4m13!1m5!1m1!1s0x4776bcecb7f1f1b3:0x40097572de65fd0!2m2!1d13.233834!2d47.7779036!1m5!1m1!1s0x47769be8e439d4bd:0x7ae3f465df6f37d4!2m2!1d13.1287727!2d47.8688068!3e0?entry=ttu https://www.sphaerawatchco.com/   Shout outs:  @FifthWristOhneHemmung on YouTube @watchillaax Instagram recommendations:  sorry we forgot; we promise not to next time!“ Fifth Wrist: Fifth Wrist and Fifth Wrist Radio are both community run projects. Designed to serve the watch enthusiast community. We reject all forms of outside watch brand intervention and take no money, watches or goods from watch companies. The future direction of the website and podcasts are driven by the people who take part in this project. To join the action and get involved why not get started by reviewing one of your own watches at fifthwrist.com/write-review  Follow us on Instagram: @fifthwrist  Follow us on youtube: Fifth Wrist Follow us on facebook: facebook.com/fifthwrist To join our group chat on Slack then please email us at contact@fifthwrist.com  We hope you enjoy listening to this episode as much as we enjoyed making it! Thanks to everyone in the Fifth Wrist community who give their time to make this project possible. The hosts, co-hosts, writers and editors, plus everyone who takes the time to share and promote this project daily. Please take the time to leave us a review wherever you listen to our podcast. Thank you for all the positive reviews and comments on our episodes. We read and appreciate each one! The time is gone, the show is over, thought I'd something more to say… Theme music: homegrown 

Another episode of the Independent Thinking Show for ⁠@FifthWrist ⁠Radio. This is a place dedicate to showcasing the great people doing interesting and cool things in the world of horology. In this episode, we welcome back a previous guest - independent watchmaker Chris Manning (⁠@cmmanning.watches ⁠and ⁠@silver_hand⁠), for an exciting chat about the launch of his first watch: CM Manning 21.01!  This episode is the world premier of rather special news, and in fact Chris has set up a special website page just for the listeners of FifthWrist podcast, where you can see the watch before anyone else in the world: ⁠ https://cmmanning.com/romansentme Join Roman (⁠@TimesRomanAU⁠) for a chat with Chris about his journey to design and build his first watch; as well as the creative and craft journey including: making the dial, hands and case, guilloche; damascus steel alloying; case making and many more craft and creative things. Lots of calls outs to previous guests and other independent makers in this episode, so please check out the links for everything we talked about in the episode below. Link to Chris' last appearance on FifthWrist Radio podcast in ⁠Feb 2021 is here⁠. ⁠Worshipful Company of Clockmakers’⁠ ⁠https://www.clockmakers.orgin⁠ Peter Doble ⁠https://www.instagram.com/doblehpeter/⁠ David Walter  ⁠https://www.instagram.com/davide.walter/⁠ Fears Brunswick ⁠https://www.fearswatches.com/collections/the-brunswick-collection⁠ Nicholas Bowman-Scargill 4th Managing Director of Fears Watches ⁠https://www.instagram.com/nicholasbowmanscargill/⁠ Time 4 A Pint ⁠Https://time4apint.com⁠ Peter Speake episode from Off Hours ⁠https://offhours.show/ep50/⁠ Schwarz-Etienne ⁠http://Schwarz-Etienne.ch⁠ Philippe Narbel ⁠https://www.instagram.com/philippe_narbel_watchmaking/⁠ Manufacture SA ⁠https://www.instagram.com/manufactor_sa/⁠ Lee Yuen-Repati ⁠https://www.instagram.com/onehourwatch/⁠ Chris Ploof Design ⁠https://chrisploof.com⁠ Aaron Saurer ⁠https://www.sarauerhorology.ca⁠ Nick and Josh Hacko ⁠https://www.nicholashacko.com.au⁠ Reuben Schoots ⁠https://www.reubenschoots.com⁠ Bradley Taylor ⁠https://www.bradleytaylor.ca⁠ Papers about niello Chris has authored ⁠https://silverhandstudios.com/niello⁠ Brittany Nicole Cox ⁠https://mechanicalcurios.com⁠ If you would like to speake to Chris about his new watch, to order or even reserve a special number: make sure you visit: ⁠cmmanning.com/romansentme⁠ Or email him at ⁠info@cmmanning.com⁠ Subject: Roman Sent Me @cmmanning.watches ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/cmmanning.watches⁠⁠ @silver_hand ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/silver_hand/⁠⁠⁠ Breguet Exhibit at Science Museum ⁠https://www.sciencemuseum.org.uk/see-and-do/clockmakers-museum⁠ The Watchmakers’ Regulator ⁠https://watchnews.nawcc.org/blog_posts/2018_10_12/2018_10_12.php⁠ Tim Jackson ⁠https://www.independentintime.com⁠ Off Hours Podcast ⁠Https://offhours.show⁠ Inside The Studio Chris’ YouTube Channel ⁠http://insidethe.studio⁠ BHI Watchmaking courses ⁠https://bhi.co.uk⁠ Christian Lass Learning Watchmaking ⁠https://www.instagram.com/christian_lass/⁠ ⁠https://learnwatchmaking.com⁠ Chris Manning's links ⁠silverhandstudios.com⁠ ⁠chris@silverhandstudios.com⁠ ⁠@silver_hand⁠ ⁠Chris' YouTube Channel⁠: ⁠Inside The Studio⁠ Off Hours Podcast ⁠Offhours.show⁠ Theme Music for 2023: ⁠The Wrong Time by Silent Partner (via YouTube Free Music Channel)⁠ Follow us on Instagram: ⁠@FifthWrist ⁠ To join our crew group chat then please email us at ⁠contact@fifthwrist.com⁠ and if you have time please leave us a review wherever you listen to our podcast. We hope you enjoy listening to this episode as much as we enjoyed making it!  Stay On Time

Another episode of the Independent Thinking Show for @FifthWrist Radio.  This is a place dedicate to showcasing the great people doing interesting and cool things in the world of horology.  In this episode we welcome a return guest, Australian independent watchmaker Reuben Schoots (@reubenschoots).  Roman (@TimesRomanAU) and Reuben sit down for a chat about Reuben’s journey since his last visit with us in 2021, the completion of his first series of watches and now the launch of his new watch - “Series Two”. Join us for a fun conversation about Reuben’s journey into establishing his watchmaking business, the challenges of updating workshop equipment to match the growing ambition; finishing the "Series One" in his workshop and now kicking on to the new challenge of "Series Two". Along the way, Reuben shares his insights on “Series Two” and reflections on the sold-out “Series One”. We also talk about Reuben’s feelings on seeing one of his watches hit the auction market on Loupe This; CNC; making parts; finding customers; connecting with collectors and finding uniques horological finishes and decorations. We even have time to chat about Reuben's other passion - amateur hill climb car racing and car building. It’s a really fun conversation ! Hope you enjoy it too. Follow Reuben Schoots on Instagram @reubenschoots⁠ and www.reubenschoots.com Check out Reuben’s Series Two watch (available for order now): https://www.reubenschoots.com/series-two-brochure  Link to Reuben’s first episode with FifthWrist in June 2021 (worth a listen for Reuben’s origin story) is here. Link to Fifth Wrist podcast episode with the wonderful Craig and Rebecca Struthers (where Reuben was a cohost) is here. Special mentions to watchmaker David Walter @davide.walter; Craig and Rebecca Struthers @strutherswatchmakers and talented photographer @isamu_sawa_photography who photographed the "Series Two" watch for Reuben's website Theme Music for 2023: The Wrong Time by Silent Partner (via YouTube Free Music Channel)  Follow us on Instagram: @FifthWrist  #fifthwrist #fifthwristradio #fifthwristradiopodcast To join our crew group chat then please email us at contact@fifthwrist.com and if you have time please leave us a review wherever you listen to our podcast.  We hope you enjoy listening to this episode as much as we enjoyed making it!  Stay On Time

Another episode of the Independent Thinking Show for @FifthWrist Radio.  This is a place dedicate to showcasing the great people doing interesting and cool things in the world of horology.  In this episode, hosts Roman (@TimesRomanAU) and Claus (@tapir_ffm) sit down with Leonard and Massimo Dreifuss from the family-run independent watch company Maurice de Mauriac (@mauricedemauriac) in Zurich. Join us for a fun conversation about the history of Maurice de Mauriac; the importance of coloured sapphire crystals, 2,000 Maurice de Mauriac straps available; transparency in manufacturing and selling; as well as  the passion of Leonard and Massimo’s legendary father Daniel Dreifuss, who started Maurice de Mauriac in 1997. It’s a really fun conversation ! Hope you enjoy it too. Follow Maurice de Mauriac on Instagram @mauricedemauriac and www.mdm-watches.com Link to review of Claus’ Chromachron watch on FifthWrist website: https://fifthwrist.com/tian-harlan-chromachron-review/ Link to interview with Daniel Dreifuss and Rene Beyer video on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=by7z653LxvA Theme Music for 2023: The Wrong Time by Silent Partner (via YouTube Free Music Channel)  Follow us on Instagram: ⁠@FifthWrist⁠  #fifthwrist #fifthwristradio #fifthwristradiopodcast To join our crew group chat then please email us at contact@fifthwrist.com and if you have time please leave us a review wherever you listen to our podcast.  We hope you enjoy listening to this episode as much as we enjoyed making it!  Stay On Time