The 1916 Company Podcast

Tim and Armand have a bit of a grab bag episode with this one where they discuss their perfect watches, customization and independent brands, comparing cars to watches, and the proliferation of AI slop. They start with a discussion of the difficulty and weight of custom orders on independent watchmakers and how they deal with it before turning to their opinion on the use of AI in the collecting hobby. Finally, they end the discussion with using watches from brands like Panerai, F.P. Journe, Hublot, IWC, and more as inspiration for their personal ideal watch.
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00:00 Introduction
00:45 Challenges of Custom Watches
19:49 The Watch Community vs. AI Slop
32:50 Tim & Armand's Ideal Watches in 2026
51:05 Repairing Cars & Watches: It's Never Simple
54:44 Closing Thoughts

Usually Tim and Armand discuss buying watches, but this episode they look at the other end of the spectrum and explain the lessons, regrets, and stories behind selling watches. From Tim's JLC liquidation to Armand's Hublot Super B regret, the duo examine the reasoning behind their personal watch sells. They also get into the stories they've heard from their time in the industry that offer up other ideas behind why people have tried to sell their watches before as well in this episode of The 1916 Company Podcast.
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00:00 Introduction
02:27 Armand's First Watch Sale
05:25 Tim's JLC Liquidation and Why
13:59 Armand's Selling Regret
18:02 Watches Caught Up in Divorce
20:54 Not Wearing Watch as Reason for Selling
24:54 Tim's Selling Regret and Seller's Remorse
31:15 Changing Tastes and Independents
40:42 Buyer Beware Stories

Tim Mosso sits down with Josh Thanos to break down where watch collecting is headed through 2030. They cover the softening Richard Mille market, why Grubel Forsey and Vacheron's titanium Overseas are gaining momentum, undervalued independents like Urwerk and Moritz Grossman, and the shift toward private WhatsApp communities and in-person events over public social media.
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Independent watchmakers like F.P. Journe, Urwerk, De Bethune, and many others all have a "then vs. now" feeling about their watches. Even if a brand is relatively new, they might have a breaking point in their design or watchmaking that makes the older era feel almost vintage. Tim and Armand explore this idea by taking a look at these brands and discuss the differences. Then, they break down what they think makes a good summer watch (outside of being just a diver) and what some of their favorites are for this season.
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00:00 Introduction
00:45 De Bethune’s Evolution
06:15 F.P. Journe Then vs. Now
11:49 Roger Dubuis and Franck Muller’s Changes
17:37 Greubel Forsey Over the Years
24:50 Urwerk’s Sudden Transformation
28:00 What Sets the Gronefelds Apart
31:10 Ulysse Nardin’s Changing Philosophy
37:05 Watches for Summer (That Aren’t Divers)

Brands like AP, Vacheron, IWC, and many others have inventories and histories that create a mountain of little-known watches whose pedigree, watchmaking, and design are just as standout as their more well-known counterparts. In this episode, Armand and special guest CQ pull from The 1916 Company vault to find these hidden gem examples. From discontinued models like the Audemars Piguet Millenary to off-the-beaten-path examples of well known lines like the IWC Ingenieur and Vacheron Constantin Overseas, you'll want to see what the guys pulled for this one!
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0:00 Introduction
1:18 Audemars Piguet: Current Collection and the Millenary
7:32 Royal Oak Offshore
10:56 The Commercialization vs. Craft of Watchmaking
15:11 Vacheron Constantin Skeleton Patrimony
18:30 The Challenges of Servicing Watch Movements
24:47 JLC Master Compressor World Time
28:16 IWC Big Pilot "Muhammad Ali"
31:40 IWC Ingenieur Chronograph
33:40 Vacheron Constantin Overseas
35:30 The Making of a Standout Sports Watch
39:25 Closing Thoughts

Tim and Armand are obviously incredibly involved with the pre-owned watch world, but that's not to say there's not still reasons to buy a new watch. In this episode, they take a look at all the reasons a watch collector might consider new over pre-owned. They dig into the case for buying new: no DPO (Dreaded Previous Owner) to worry about, no over-polishing surprises, and the chance to build a real relationship with an authorized dealer; so check out the full episode for the entire discussion!
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00:00 Introduction
00:50 Milestone Watch Buys: New or Pre-Owned?
03:21 "DPO": Dreaded Previous Owner
09:46 Watch Polishing, Laser Welding, and When is Too Much
14:49 Building a Relationship with an Authorized Dealer
20:37 New Watches from Independent Watches
26:47 New and Pre-Owned Watch Warranties
33:10 Watch Community Events and Clubs
37:47 The "New Watch Guy"

Tim and Armand dive into the world of independent watchmaking and the brands that thrive outside the mainstream spotlight. They explore the distinct appeal of the accessible sophistication of NOMOS and Sinn to the high-concept "mechanical sorcery" found in Hautlence and Reservoir. By highlighting the unique character and technical risks these smaller makers take, they showcase why brands like Fortis and Marco Lang deserve a spot in any serious collector’s conversation. Tune in for a deep dive into the innovation, value, and personality that make the independent scene so vital to the watch world.
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0:00 Introduction: Tim vs. Oasis
2:17 NOMOS
9:34 Sinn
14:18 Fortis
23:17 Dan Royter
26:51 Marco Lang
28:14 Hautlence
31:48 Fears
33:41 Reservoir & Automotive-Inspired Watches 
36:49 Oris Aquis Divers
38:18 Mühle Glashütte
40:04 Zeitwinkel 
43:18 Oris Artelier Calibre 113
45:39 App Promo

Tim and Armand take a deep dive into IWC, tracing the brand's heritage, identifying the turning point that defined its modern era, and sharing their all-time favorites from across the catalog. They break down the history of the Ingenieur, reflect on the enduring success of the Pilot's Watch line, and examine how the 2017 Da Vinci reboot shifted the conversation around the brand. The episode closes with a look back at some of IWC's most compelling chapters, including the Porsche Design collaborations and the mega complications of the 1990s.
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00:00 App Promo
01:00 Introduction
01:50 When Did IWC Turnaround Start?
08:40 Favorite 2000-2018 Releases
14:21 How the Da Vinci Changed Releases
17:04 Recent Releases
29:51 Favorites from IWC’s Past
39:44 Porsche Design Watches and Vintage Ingenieur
48:43 Mega Complication Watches
54:59 The Ingenieur Pocket Watch

Tim and Armand are reacting to all things Watches & Wonders 2026 as they return to the podcast studio for the first time since the show. They discuss some of their favorites releases, breakdown the trends they’re seeing, and give their thoughts on novelties across brands like Zenith, Tudor, Cartier, and more. Watch the entire episode to hear all of their opinions!
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0:00 App Promo
1:00 Introduction
1:30 Patterns and Trends of Watches & Wonders 2026
4:06 Vacheron Overseas Dual-Time Cardinal Points
5:28 Zenith G.F.J.
6:51 The Rise of "Ultra-Watches"
8:38 Patek Philippe
9:57 Tudor
12:13 NOMOS
12:49 Cartier
20:33 Vacheron Overseas 2500V vs. 2000V
23:29 Lange 1 Tourbillon Perpetual Calendar "Lumen"
24:16 Oris & NOMOS Bring Back Green Dials
29:50 Thoughts on IWC Releases
38:59 Chopard
42:51 Hautlence
46:43 Grand Seiko "Ushio" Diver
51:09 H. Moser & Cie.
57:05 Tim and Armand's Best in Show

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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