The 1916 Company Podcast

Automatic vs Manual Wind Watches | The 1916 Company Podcast

Tim and Armand explore the history of manual wind and automatic watches, discussing the advantages and disadvantages of each. They highlight the rise of sports watches and brands like Rolex, Omega, and Breitling, which led to the modern-day predominance of automatic watches. Also discussed are brands such as Patek Philippe, Bulgari, and Piaget, which were early innovators in the development of automatic wristwatches. Additionally, they share their opinions on the best complications and styles that complement manual wind watches.
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What Even is a Sports Watch? Examples from Richard Mille, JLC, TAG Heuer, and More

Tim and Armand are discussing sports watches in this episode and start with the most basic question: what even is a sports watch? They use general use examples such as the Omega Aqua Terra all the way to specific watches from Richard Mille used only for biking. They covert the full gambit and also dive into what the rise of the general use watch means for dress watches in the future.
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Are Watches a Form of Investment?

Tim and Armand tackle the age-old question in the watch collecting world of whether collectors should consider their watches as forms of investment. They discuss misconceptions about buying and selling watches, the difference between watch brands and aftersell value, and the pros and cons of the investing mindset. They end the show by answering a viewer question about the expense of the tourbillon versus perpetual calendar complications.
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Reviewing a Viewer's Collection and Answering Audience Questions

A viewer sent Tim and Armand a picture of his collection asking what he should add next, so the duo try to guide him into his next piece. They then are answering audience members' questions about things like the Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Compressor, the Swiss answer to the Seiko Spring Drive, case metals, high-end microbrands, and more!
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Watches for the Summer: Dive Watches, Colorful Dials, and Unique Complications

Summer is in full swing, so Armand and Tim are diving into their favorite watches for the season. They explore water resistance for beach getaways, bold pops of color to complement your outfit, and complications that track the tides. Expect standout pieces from Omega, Cartier, Ulysse Nardin, and many more.
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Travel Watches: GMTs, Dual Times, and World Times from Mido to Patek Philippe

Traveling with a watch can be daunting, so Armand and Tim offer some practical tips when going on trips this summer. They then focus on some of their favorite useful travel complications in watches from Mido, Omega, Patek Philippe, and JLC.
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00:00 Tips for Traveling with a Watch
08:47 Zenith Doublematic
10:43 World Time Watches
12:23 Vacheron Constantin Overseas World Time
15:54 Tudor Black Bay 58 GMT
19:10 More Travel Tips
22:54 Jaeger-LeCoultre Duometre UTT
27:25 Maitres du Temps Chapter Three
30 :50 Maintaining Watches
34 :14 Omega GMT
36 :26 Breguet Hora Mundi
39 :11 Alarm Watches
43 :47 Breitling Travel Watches
46 :27 Patek Philippe Grand Complications 5520P
49 :13 Mido GMT
53 :00 Conclusion

Favorite Gold Watches from Patek Philippe, JLC, Omega, and More

This episode is all about gold watches, with Tim and Armand highlighting some of their favorite pieces across brands and discussing when they think gold shines the most when it’s implemented within watchmaking. Full gold Patek Philippe Perpetual Calendars, two-tone Audemars Piguet, or vintage Jaeger-LeCoultre – they’re considering any implementation when it comes to their personal bests of the category.
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LIVE Recording - Building a Watch Collection: The Right Way, Wrong Way, and Worst Way

In this special live recording of The 1916 Company Podcast, Tim and Armand were joined by Phil Toledano (@misterenthusiast on Instagram) to discuss their watch collecting stories, stumbles, and tips. They talk about the appeal of vintage watches, “buying the seller”, and anecdotes of how to ensure feel-good purchases. They share mistakes they’ve made, lessons they’ve learned, and advice they’d give to any prospective collector before answering questions from the live audience.
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Does New Technology in Watchmaking Matter to Watch Collectors?

Tim and Armand are discussing how much new technology affects watch collectors. Whether it's the use of silicon, the rise of ceramic, or the possibile advent of AI in engineering, the duo discuss how changes in watchmaking might affect the industry in the future.
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00:00 Introduction
02:44 Use of Silicon
15:45 CNC Machines
20:28 Ceramic
23:53 Connected Watches
28:58 Plastic in Watches
30:30 Quartz and Electronic Watches
44:35 Disposable Componets
49:12 AI in Watchmaking

Watches & Wonders 2025: Armand & Tim React to Piaget, Zenith & More

Armand and Tim dive into their standout pieces from Watches & Wonders 2025, offering in-depth reactions to highlights like the Cartier Guichet, Zenith G.F.J., Piaget Polo 79, and the timeless JLC Reverso. They also discuss some non-Watches & Wonders brand releases as well. They end the conversation on trends they're starting to see in the watch world and what they believe is next.
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