The 1916 Company Podcast

What It's Actually Like to Work in the Watch Industry

Tim and Armand use their experience in the watch industry to explain to listeners the true ins and outs of working in the luxury watch field. They examine the life of a client advisor, what it takes to be a watchmaker, and the funny stories they've encountered along the way. If you've ever been interested in a career in the industry, this episode has all the details!
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Gold Watches as Daily Drivers: A Collector's Guide to Watch Case Materials

Tim and Armand are tackling the idea of gold watches as fragile items and if using them as daily drivers is advised in this episode of The 1916 Company podcast. That line of thought gives way to a greater discussion of watch case materials. They cover different types of gold techniques, the case for ceramic and sapphire, and the differences between white metal materials such as platinum and palladium. They even touch on some more obscure materials, so watch the full video for all the details!
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00:00 App Promo
01:00 Can Precious Metal Watches be a Daily Driver?
04:49 The Importance of Finish
07:14 Types of White Gold Watches
14:43 Use of Gold in Daily Use
16:16 Fragility of Dress Watches
20:44 Unique Types of Gold
24:20 Gold Filled, Rolled, and Capped Watches
27:58 Gold Dress Watches
29:25 Palladium
32:03 Rhodium, Cobalt, and Titanium
35:51 Ceramic Cases
41:04 Other Materials Used in Watches

Watches & Wonders 2026: Our Predictions (and Wishes)

Tim and Armand discuss the upcoming 2026 Watches & Wonders and breakdown what they predict, and hope, to see at this year's event. The increase in jump hour watches, the heritage of Vacheron Constantin, NOMOS prices, and much more are all covered in regards to the event. They then turn their attention to viewer questions about Blancpain vs. Sinn and MB&F alternatives to end the show.
Shop watches from this episode:
NOMOS Glashütte: https://www.the1916company.com/pre-owned/nomos-glashutte/
Vacheron Constantin: https://www.the1916company.com/pre-owned/vacheron-constantin/
Blancpain: https://www.the1916company.com/pre-owned/blancpain/
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Watches We Regret Selling

Tim and Armand are covering three topics in this episode: watches they regret selling, the importance of box and papers, and when is it OK to wear an oversized watch. They discuss Tim parting with his JLC collection, debate on the merits of box and papers, and try to explain the exact right circumstances to wear something too big for your wrist. 
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Pilot Watches Explained: What They Are & Top Picks

Tim and Armand take a look at the pilot watch category with brands like Patek Philippe, Breitling, Zenith, Sinn and more all discussed. They start with examining what even a pilot watch is exactly, how the modern term differs from the original concept, and cover some of their top picks from the genre. Watch the full video for all the details!
Check out some of the watches featured in this video:
https://www.the1916company.com/pre-owned/iwc-schaffhausen/pilot-s-watches/ https://www.the1916company.com/patek-philippe/complications/5524g-001/ https://www.the1916company.com/pre-owned/sinn/pilot/4966412/
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Luxury Watch Collabs That Actually Got It Right

Co-branded luxury watches range from iconic, like Patek Philippe and Tiffany; to more out there, like Roger Dubuis and Pirelli Tires. In this episode of The 1916 Company podcast, Armand and Tim examine what exactly makes a match made in heaven when it comes to co-branded watches.
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The "Holy Trinity" of Watches: The History, Relevance, and Reality of the Term

Audemars Piguet, Patek Philippe, and Vacheron Constantin have long been held-up as the "Holy Trinity" of watchmaking; but what does the term actually mean? Tim and Armand take a deep dive into the name including discussing its origins, relevance in 2026, and watch companies themselves. They also touch on if brands like Breguet and A. Lange & Sohne deserve to be considered within the trio.
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Reacting to "The Oscars of Watches" and New Years Resolutions for the Watch Industry

Tim and Armand were reacting to the GPHG prizes and breaking down the different categories to discuss what their personal picks would've been. They talk about brands that won or lost like Grand Seiko, Audemars Piguet, Nomos, and more. The duo then turn their attention to the new year where they give their "resolutions to the watch industry" and changes they'd like to see from case sizes to boutique experiences. Watch the full episode for all the details!
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Tim and Armand Gift Each Other Watches and Viewer Questions

Tim and Armand are gifting each other watches in this episode! They open up the conversation with gift ideas for watch collectors before choosing watches they'd give each other from brands like Oris, JLC, Audemars Piguet, and Vacheron Constantin. They end the show by answering some viewer questions about shooting with watches, rectangular timepieces, and boxed sets.
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You Should Be Giving These Watch Brands More Attention

Armand and Tim each highlight two watch brands they believe deserve a second look from the watch collecting community. From the refined craftsmanship of independent watchmakers like Laurent Ferrier to the rich heritage of giants like Tudor, the duo explore what makes these brands worth revisiting. Watch the full episode for all their thoughts!
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00:00 App Promo
01:00 Introduction
01:48 Laurent Ferrier
18:46 Zenith
31:50 Hublot
45:22 Tudor