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After 23 Grand Prixs that each had meaningful racing, we found ourselves at Yas Marina. Heading into the race, Ferrari had a slim chance at stealing the Constructors Championship from McLaren. A wild start made things interesting but a dominant performance from Lando Norris sealed the deal. We talk about what this means for McLaren and whether the Constructors title is still important to the average fan.We then look forward to 2025. Lewis Hamilton finally racing in Ferrari Red. Checo Perez, possibly, riding off into the sunset as Liam Lawson takes his place at Red Bull. Cadillac and the effect it will have on the drivers market. We also discuss some of the things we can’t wait to see on track with a grid that seems more tightly packed than ever before.It’s been a great season for racing and we also want to thank you for taking the time out of your busy lives to listen to the Podcast. We hope to see you next year for the 2025 F1 Season.

This week on the Worn & Wound podcast, we’ve got a full house for our monthly Q&A episode. Zach Kazan is joined by Kat Shoulders, Devin Pennypacker, and Garrett Jones for a fun filled, end of year Q&A episode with lots of great questions and only a small handful of diversions, we promise. Among the topics discussed in this episode, our panel tackles the vast Citizen archive, whether or not Die Hard is a Christmas movie, our favorite digital watches, pocket flashlights, and a whole lot more. Thanks to all of our listeners who submitted so many great questions this year! We’ll be back next year with more Q&A podcasts, so be sure to join the Worn & Wound+ Slack community if you haven’t already – it’s where we put out a call for questions on a monthly basis, and is just a great place to chat about watches.This episode is brought to you by Mater Made—a new watch brand made for the modern day renaissance man. Their first model: “The Don” recently was released and is now available in 3 colorways: Asphalt Black, Ultramarine, and Classic White.Built for those who wear their ambition like a badge of honor, this watch embodies the spirit of versatility. The Don is for the modern day gentleman, who blurs the line between working hard and working smart.. for the guy who has workwear hanging next to his 3 piece suit. Inside, its Miyota 9015 movement ensures precision without the need for batteries, echoing the relentless drive and regulated to an impressive plus or minus 5 second accuracy per day. Sized at a 42mm diameter, 12mm thick , and 22m lug width—this is about as ideal of a fit as you could hope for. The Don speaks of a life lived with purpose, where every minute is an opportunity for achievement. Durable enough for the toughest tasks, yet refined enough for the finest gatherings, this watch captures the essence of a well-rounded, renaissance lifestyle.Be sure to follow Mater Made on their socials and explore the full line of their watch specifications on the Mater Made website and use the promo code FREESTRAP to get an FKM rubber strap for free. Offer ends December 31 at midnight.To stay on top of all new episodes, you can subscribe to The Worn & Wound Podcast on all major platforms including Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify, and more. You can also find our RSS feed here.And if you like what you hear, then don’t forget to leave us a review.If there’s a question you want us to answer you can hit us up at info@wornandwound.com, and we’ll put your question in the queue. Show Notes The Worn & Wound Podcast Ep 364: Photographing the Canadian RockiesExploring Shipwrecks, Diving with Sharks and Getting SCUBA Certified with the Citizen Promaster ‘Fujitsubo’ in Black Super TitaniumExperts and Collectors Weigh in on the Return of Universal GenèveAutodromo Enters a New Class with the Group CThe TSA on Instagram

Unwinding is back again! Better late than never. On this episode, we’re excited to be joined by a good friend of Worn & Wound, a fellow small business owner, Ben Preuss. Ben co-founded a digital design and development company called ThinkNerve in 2002 while still in high school. We talk a bit about what it was like to start a company at a young age, what it’s been like running it since, and some general observations on owning businesses. Ben is also a watch guy and has worked with a handful of companies in the watch industry, including Worn & Wound, having built the Windup Watch Shop, as well as updating Worn & Wound throughout the years.To learn more about Ben’s business, head to ThinkNerve

This week on the Worn & Wound podcast, Zach Kazand and Kat Shouldes talk with Jérôme Burgert and Gabriel Vachette, the co-founders of Serica. The French indie watch brand is celebrating a five year anniversary, and they’ve just released the Parade, easily their most ambitious watch to date. The ultra refined dress watch is, on the surface, a fairly dramatic departure from the brand’s elegant but sporty tool watches. But once you start digging into the details and hear the story behind the watch, you begin to realize that it’s actually squarely in the Serica wheelhouse after all. In this conversation, Jérôme and Gabriel speak frankly about the design process and the challenges they faced bringing the Parade to life, and discuss why watches like this appeal to them in the first place.Today’s episode is sponsored by DIY Watch Club. Love watches? Why not take your passion to the next level by building one yourself?Building a watch will elevate your appreciation for timepieces. Perfect bezel alignment? Blue steel watch hands? Mind-blowing lume? With DIY Watch Club, you get to experience the craftsmanship firsthand and gain a whole new level of appreciation for your watches.You won’t need to dismantle your favorite watches or spend thousands traveling to Switzerland for a touristy workshop. DIY Watch Club brings the experience right to your doorstep. With step-by-step video instructions and their expertise in guiding over 20,000 first-time watchmakers, you can be confident that you’ll have both an amazing experience and a stunning watch.Head over to diywatch.club and level up your watch game today.To stay on top of all new episodes, you can subscribe to The Worn & Wound Podcast on all major platforms including Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify, and more. You can also find our RSS feed here.And if you like what you hear, then don’t forget to leave us a review.If there’s a question you want us to answer you can hit us up at info@wornandwound.com, and we’ll put your question in the queue. Show Notes The Worn & Wound Podcast Ep. 198: Jerome Burgert of Serica WatchesSerica’s Parade is the Brand’s Most Ambitious Watch to DateSerica Introduces the 6190 M.S.L, a New Generation of their Classic Field WatchSerica Bolsters the 5303 COSC Antimagnetic Diving Chronometer from Within  

In a race that started with a strong move for the lead, we were all led to believe great racing would be the story of the day. Instead, we were “treated” to a Max Verstappen clinical win, five DNF’s and multiple penalties. From Lando Norris’ stop and go, to Lewis Hamilton having to drive through the pits because of speeding through the last time there, we talk about how one sideview mirror completely changed the Grand Prix.A sideview mirror that in many ways has extended the fight for the 2024 Constructors Championship. McLaren was on a smooth path to taking the title before all the Mirror Madness began. Yet in the span of a handful of laps, Lando Norris found himself at the back of the field. At the end of the day, Ferrari left Qatar still with a chance at the title. We talk about how the Hungary GP may come back to haunt McLaren if they can’t seal the deal in Abu Dhabi.Take a listen as we break down the race, the stewards, and the surrounding storylines of the 2024 Qatar GP.

This week on the podcast, Zach Kazan welcomes Devin Pennypacker and Kat Shoulders to the show for a post-Thanksgiving catch up. We are fully in the midst of the holiday season, and for Worn & Wound readers based in NYC, we have a bit of a surprise: a brand new, open to the public showroom in our Brooklyn HQ! We talk a little bit about what the showroom is all about and what to expect from the Windup Watch Shop team as it opens, just in time for the busy holiday shopping season. It’s appointment only for the time being, but you can head here for more information and to schedule a visit.We also chat about a handful of new releases that we haven’t had a chance to discuss on the podcast quite yet, including ambitious new releases from Serica and Louis Erard, as well as updated variants of old favorites from IWC and Omega. Speaking of Serica, we’ll have the brand’s founders on the podcast very soon, so if you have any questions you’d like us to ask, be sure to leave them in the comments.To stay on top of all new episodes, you can subscribe to The Worn & Wound Podcast on all major platforms including Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify, and more. You can also find our RSS feed here.And if you like what you hear, then don’t forget to leave us a review on iTunes.If there’s a question you want us to answer you can hit us up at info@wornandwound.com, and we’ll put your question in the queue. Show Notes Our new showroomSerica’s Parade is the Brand’s Most Ambitious Watch to DateLouis Erard and Vianney Halter Team Up For Another Thanksgiving Weekend SurpriseIWC Updates the Ingenieur with a Blue DialOmega’s Mystery Seamaster Diver 300M is Finally RevealedOpinion: Daniel Craig, the Olympics, and that Mystery Seamaster

WELCOME TO S(P)IN CITY!Formula 1 returned to the gambling capital of the world for the second time and it showed. The Grand Prix seemed more mature as the hiccups of year one disappeared. We were instead left with great, competitive racing as we saw overtake after overtake with three highly contested DRS zones. When it was all said and done, we had Mercedes getting their 60th 1,2 with George Russell bringing home his third Grand Prix win. We talk about Mercedes’ overall dominance throughout the weekend.   The silver arrows were not the only ones to bring home hardware this weekend. Carlos Sainz snagged third, somehow navigating through the childish bemoaning of his teammate Charles Leclerc after the race. The biggest trophy went to Max Verstappen, who claimed his 4th straight driver’s championship with a finish ahead of Lando Norris. We talk about this accomplishment as well as what the teams have left to fight for over the last 2 races of the year.Take a listen as we break down the race, the overtakes, and the surrounding storylines of the 2024 Las Vegas GP.

This week on the podcast, Zach Kazan welcomes Tony Traina to the show to talk about the state of watch media, what’s getting him excited about the watch world right now, and what’s next for his newsletter, Unpolished Watches (formerly Rescapement). Tony has been writing about watches and watch collecting for about five years now, including a two year stint with Hodinkee, and has built up a loyal audience with his detailed and impeccably researched articles on vintage watches, the auction scene, and some of the most talked about new releases, including many that are squarely in the enthusiast sphere.To stay on top of all new episodes, you can subscribe to The Worn & Wound Podcast on all major platforms including Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify, and more. You can also find our RSS feed here.And if you like what you hear, then don’t forget to leave us a review on iTunes.If there’s a question you want us to answer you can hit us up at info@wornandwound.com, and we’ll put your question in the queue.Show Notes Tony Traina on InstagramTony’s newsletter 

This week’s episode of A Week in Watches is a bit of a doozy. We start off a with some quick coverage of few new releases from C Ward, Studio Underd0g, and Jaeger LeCoultre. After, we take a more in depth look at the new Serica 1174 Parade, the brand’s first proper dress watch. Finally, the bulk of the episode is spent discussing the results of the GPGH Awards, while taking a closer look at some of the winners.To stay on top of all new episodes, you can subscribe to The Worn & Wound Podcast on all major platforms including Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify, and more. You can also find our RSS feed here.And if you like what you hear, then don’t forget to leave us a review on iTunes.If there’s a question you want us to answer you can hit us up at info@wornandwound.com, and we’ll put your question in the queue.

This week on the Worn & Wound podcast, Zach Kazan is joined by Kat Shoulders and Blake Malin for a long in the works collection update episode. From time to time (usually after one or more members of the team have acquired some particularly cool watches) we like to get in front of our mics and talk about why we added a particular watch to the rotation. It just so happens that Zach, Kat, and Blake have all added multiple watches to the collection after some major collection reshuffling, so this episode actually covers quite a bit of new watch ground. Plus, since we have Blake on the podcast this week, we also talk a little bit about his new podcast with Zach Weiss, Unwinding. You can find the first two episodes of Unwinding (formerly known as Worn Out) in your Worn & Wound podcast feed right now. This ongoing series will feature the Worn & Wound cofounders sharing behind the scenes stories about the company’s history, and insight gained through over a decade of being involved in the watch industry.To stay on top of all new episodes, you can subscribe to The Worn & Wound Podcast on all major platforms including Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify, and more. You can also find our RSS feed here.And if you like what you hear, then don’t forget to leave us a review on iTunes.If there’s a question you want us to answer you can hit us up at info@wornandwound.com, and we’ll put your question in the queue.

On today’s episode of Changing Gears, Kat Shoulders and Garrett Jones are joined by Erin Daly and Paul Hooker. Erin and Paul are both pilots based out of Phoenix, Arizona. They have grown a big Instagram following as they document their travels and experiences on social media. Kat was able to go and visit with them just a few months ago, and they recollect their time together as well as get into the nitty gritty on how to get your pilot’s license. Turns out it’s not that scary! Big thanks to Citizen for making this episode possible. As some of you may know, Citizen celebrated 35 years of the Promaster line this year and these watches were created to meet the demands of professionals active in the most challenging environments in the air, land, or sea. Super fitting for folks like Erin & Paul. Check out the new Special Edition Promaster x Sikorsky S-92 that was produced in collaboration with the American aircraft manufacturer and has become Paul’s new daily wearer. We hope you like this new podcast format and really appreciate all the listeners! Kat has some awesome interviews in the works for those of you that love gear! To stay on top of all new episodes, you can subscribe to The Worn & Wound Podcast — now available on all major platforms including iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, Soundcloud, Spotify, and more. You can also find our RSS feed here.If there’s a question you want us to answer you can hit us up at info@wornandwound.com, and we’ll put your question in the queue.ADVERTISEMENT Show Notes Erin & Pauls InstagramPaul’s Wrist Check: Citizen Promaster Sikorsky Erin’s Wrist Check: Citizen Promaster Dive 37mmEnthusiast Spotlight with Erin & Paul

This week on the Worn & Wound podcast, Zach Kazan, Zach Weiss, and Devin Pennypacker take to their mics to once again answer questions from listeners, submitted via Instagram and our Worn & Wound+ Slack channel. There’s a huge range of questions this week on a variety of topics, including the recent GS9 event in New York City, our favorites from Windup NYC, and whether or not to invest in a watch winder. If you’re not already part of our Worn & Wound+ Slack community, be sure to sign up here so you can get your questions answered in our next Q&A podcast.To stay on top of all new episodes, you can subscribe to The Worn & Wound Podcast on all major platforms including Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify, and more. You can also find our RSS feed here.And if you like what you hear, then don’t forget to leave us a review on iTunes.If there’s a question you want us to answer you can hit us up at info@wornandwound.com, and we’ll put your question in the queue. Show NotesThe Watch Curmudgeon: Chronoswiss Kairos Review10 Years Later: The Seiko SKX007 As Seen By The W&W EditorsThe Echo/Neutra Rivanera[VIDEO] Hands-on Impressions of the Beautifully Slender Grand Seiko SLGW002 and SLGW003A Week in Watches Ep. 92: Windup Watch Fair NYC 2024Introducing the Alterum Worldtimer, a Minimalist Take on a Notoriously Busy ComplicationThe Dana Carvey Show documentary

We return to the newness on episode 93 of A Week in Watches. There have been a lot of very interesting releases in the last few weeks, ranging from new versions of popular watches to new complications from unexpected sources. The episode begins by looking at the Christopher Ward Bel Canto Classic, a neo-traditional take on the brand’s runaway hit. Following this, we leave Earth to discuss the Omega x Swatch MoonSwatch Mission to Earth Phase. Yes, it’s another MoonSwatch, but this one does something no other watch has done before.Afterward, we discuss the new Tudor Pelagos FXD GMT. The first Pelagos GMT from the ever-popular brand, it brings the FXD back to its military roots. Finally, we talk about some new Seiko Prospex divers that, to be frank, have us altogether confused. This week’s episode is brought to you by the Windup Watch Shop, where the all new the Timex X Worn & Wound WW75 V3 is now available. Limited to 500 per color and priced at $239, these fun, colorful watches were inspired by the end of summer and a desire to keep it going. Pick one up today at Windup Watch Shop.

Ok, so the name “Worn Out” didn’t hit quite as well as we had hoped (I guess you have to know Blake and Zach well to get their sense of humor), but the episode itself was a success. So, the show is now called “Unwinding with Blake and Zach,” which has less negative connotations. Live and learn.In episode 2 Blake and Zach reflect a bit about Windup Watch Fair NYC, how it went, etc, and then move on to the topic of monetization. An ever misunderstood and touchy topic, they discuss a bit about the early days of Worn & Wound, how they attempted to monetize the site, what they learned, and where it has led. This also brings up another touchy and ever important topic, that of integrity, a concept that will be revisited on future episodes as well. To stay on top of all new episodes, you can subscribe to The Worn & Wound Podcast — now available on all major platforms including iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, Soundcloud, Spotify, and more. You can also find our RSS feed here.And if you like what you hear, then don’t forget to leave us a review on iTunes.If there’s a question you want us to answer you can hit us up at info@wornandwound.com, and we’ll put your question in the queue.

THIS IS BRAZIL!The last month has been a roller coaster when it comes to the Drivers and Constructors Championship. As rain, the great equalizer, became a certainty for the Brazilian GP, we found ourselves licking our chops at the battle we were sure to witness amongst the frontrunning teams. Instead, Max Verstappen displayed one of the greatest driving performances of all time. We discuss the odds that were stacked against him as well as what this does for his legacy. While Max found himself dancing in the rain, McLaren and driver Lando Norris put forward a performance that left much to be desired. In one race, their path to a Drivers championship was as good as done while the path to a Constructors title suddenly became perilous. All this while Alpine, a team often relegated to the bottom half of the field, found themselves rounding out the podium and bringing home a season’s worth of points.Take a listen as we break down the race, the crashes, and the surrounding storylines of the 2024 Brazilian GP

This week on the Worn & Wound podcast, we’ve assembled a full house for a good old fashioned new release roundup. It’s been a little while since we’ve done one of these, but there have been so many notable new watches coming to market in recent weeks and months, we felt like it was time. Joining Zach Kazan this week we’ve got Kat Shoulders, Zach Weiss, and Devin Pennypacker to unpack big releases from Tudor, Christopher Ward, Omega, and more. Be sure to let us know what you think of these new releases, and let us know in the comments which ones we might have missed – we had a big list of watches and definitely didn’t get to all of them in this recording. This episode was sponsored by Trafford Watch Co and their new Touring GMT. The latest from the Austin-based watchmakers is inspired by the relentless spirit of musicians and their fans. The Touring GMT has independent hour and GMT hands so you can seamlessly track the time in your next venue and back at home. Available three colorways inspired by American music venues, check out the Touring GMT at the Trafford website.To stay on top of all new episodes, you can subscribe to The Worn & Wound Podcast — now available on all major platforms including iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, Soundcloud, Spotify, and more. You can also find our RSS feed here.And if you like what you hear, then don’t forget to leave us a review on iTunes.If there’s a question you want us to answer you can hit us up at info@wornandwound.com, and we’ll put your question in the queue. Show NotesTudor Announces the FXD “Zulu Time,” the First Pelagos with a GMT ComplicationHands-On with the New Christopher Ward C1 Bel Canto ClassicOmega Introduces the Second First Omega in SpaceThierry Stern on the Cubitus ResponseIntroducing the Ming 37.02 Minimalist with new “Polar White” Lume

What a difference a 20 second penalty makes.It was just last week we were ready to put the nail in Lando Norris’ championship bid only to see the stewards this week wake up and realize maybe, just maybe, Max Verstappen needs a timeout. After two aggressive and some may say downright dangerous moves to keep Lando from passing him, we discuss what another week of spicy wheel to wheel battling means for the championship chase.While those two went after each other, we saw Ferrari once again benefit. This time around, it was Carlos Sainz, who may have had his best weekend all year, grabbing pole for the race. Though Max made an early run, taking P1, he snatched the position back, leading the rest of the way to the flag. With him and Charles Leclerc finishing 1,3, Ferrari is now in second place for the constructors championship and seem primed for a run.Take a listen as we break down the race, the Redbull’s tough weekend, and the surrounding storylines of the 2024 Mexico City GP.

Time on Screen is back this week with an all new episode, just in time for Halloween. We’re pretty big fans of horror movies around here and don’t need much of an excuse to talk about them on a podcast, but we’ll gladly take one. So today, Zach Kazan and Kat Shoulders are digging into what is perhaps the greatest horror movie ever made, The Shining. Directed by Stanley Kubrick, the 1980 adaptation of the Stephen King novel has a complex history, from a difficult production to a mixed reception upon release, and decades of gradually seeping into popular culture to the point where the film’s impact is undeniable. Zach and Kat discuss all of that and more, and also dip into Doctor Sleep, the underrated 2019 sequel directed by Mike Flanagan.To stay on top of all new episodes, you can subscribe to The Worn & Wound Podcast — now available on all major platforms including iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, Soundcloud, Spotify, and more. You can also find our RSS feed here.And if you like what you hear, then don’t forget to leave us a review on iTunes.If there’s a question you want us to answer you can hit us up at info@wornandwound.com, and we’ll put your question in the queue. Show Notes Time On Screen: In The Mouth of MadnessHereditary on “The Rewatchables”The story behind The Shining’s iconic posterDoctor SleepThe Stanley Hotel

This week on the podcast, Zach and Kat are joined by Worn & Wound contributor Meg Tocci. Meg is a watch enthusiast based in Colorado, and in this episode we discuss how she got into the world of watches, and what excites her about the hobby. As you’ll hear, Meg takes full advantage of the Colorado landscape, putting her watches to the test with a great deal of hiking and other outdoor activities. Meg is particularly interested in how we experience watches and in how they accompany us on many of life’s adventures, an idea that she touches on frequently in her writing. We also get into overlanding, one of Meg’s most recent endeavors, and her experience earlier this year at the 2024 Overland Expo.This episode is sponsored by Sternglas and their new Merion Dive Watch. Sternglas is celebrating 8 years with the launch of its second dedicated dive watch, this time with an internal rotating bezel and colorful textured dials. Visit the Sternglas website to explore various combinations and receive a free tropic-style rubber strap with your purchase. To stay on top of all new episodes, you can subscribe to The Worn & Wound Podcast — now available on all major platforms including iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, Soundcloud, Spotify, and more. You can also find our RSS feed here.And if you like what you hear, then don’t forget to leave us a review on iTunes.If there’s a question you want us to answer you can hit us up at info@wornandwound.com, and we’ll put your question in the queue. Show NotesMeg’s wrist check: Hamilton Khaki MurphKat’s wrist check: Fears Redcliff with Onyx dialZach’s wrist check: Citizen Tsuyosa Small SecondsReview: Christopher Ward’s The Twelve 36MM (and 40MM)Meg on InstagramInside Vortic as they Launch the Colorado Watch CompanyOut of Office: A Route 66 Roadtrip with the Oris Divers Sixty-Five Cotton Candy “Sepia”Inside the 2024 Overland Expo

If you haven’t already, be sure to refresh the Worn & Wound podcast feed this morning, because we have a special bonus pod to start your week. At the recent Windup Watch Fair in New York City, we recorded a very special podcast in front of a live audience with our friends at Collective Horology and some very special guests. Co-moderated by Collective’s Asher Rapkin and Zach Kazan, we welcome Brew founder Jonathan Ferrer and Urwerk co-founder Martin Frei to the stage for a lively conversation about how each of these unique horological voices started their brands.We see lots of parallels between Urwerk and Brew. While they exist at opposite ends of the price point spectrum, both are design forward brands with a deep independent streak, and in this discussion we dig into how Jonathan and Martin approached building their brands, separated by decades and in very different watch market climates. Both Jonathan and Martin share revealing stories about the challenges of starting independent watch brands, and including how they leveraged the internet and social media in very different ways, and leaned on their own collector communities to build momentum.