In this episode of Wrist Check Pod, the guys catch up with Los Angeles native and creative, Matthew Baus, co-founder of the Bad Habit music label. Known for acts like The NBHD, G-Eazy, and Burna Boy, Matthew shares his journey to success, from founding the label to discovering Nigerian Afrobeats music sensation Burna Boy. They dive into his introduction to watch collecting, discussing iconic brands like Rolex and Cartier, his regret over passing up a Cartier Crash, and the story of how Burna Boy lost a $75k bustdown Audemars Piguet Royal Oak early in his career. Don't miss this fascinating conversation!

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Chapters

00:00 - Intro
00:49 - Honorary Wrist Check
04:34 - Bezel
05:10 - Wrist Check Continued
07:25 -Matthew on finding his calling
15:12 - Becoming a creative director for NBHD
27:37 - Founding the Bad Habit Label with Mentor
31:40 - Bezel Auctions
31:58 - WCP x Wolf Travel Case
32:33 - Discovering Burna Boy and losing a $75k watch
39:00 - Matthew purchases his first Rolex
43:42 - Vintage Rolex Datejust
48:49 - Cartier Basculante
51:14 - Burna Boy talks Matthew out of buying a Cartier Crash
55:20 - Conversation Pieces

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