Boy, am I in deep mess here. I'm in love with another man's watch. This Tissot Navigator belongs to my watchmaker. It came to me after he couldn't get the crown stem in without the yoke slipping out of the clutch wheel. I thought that I could do it, but the same issue happened to… Continue reading One night stand: Tissot Navigator 44646-1X
Author: Ryan Schwartz
The watch I wore when I lost my virginity
I remember the day, the 20th of March, when I lost my virginity. I remember it mostly because of the insane copulation, but also because it was something like three weeks ago. I needed to check all the boxes. Mommy didn't want to be disappointed. I was dressed well, my teeth glistened in the light… Continue reading The watch I wore when I lost my virginity
A column about nothing
Inspiration is hard to come by. Actually, it isn't, but proper inspiration is quite scarce. Writing is an escape for me. Writing is what I do to get rid of those annoying emotions that make me want to take up smoking. Now what the f*** do I write about? Life is only as mundane as… Continue reading A column about nothing
Are collectors getting younger?
I may never buy a new watch again
There are plenty of things one can experience that will result in permanent change. Decapitation, a partner that is far too flirty for one's own capabilities, riding a motorcycle, and drinking brandy. Decapitation is obvious. I shan't elaborate on the next example. Riding a motorcycle is addictive and usually becomes a lifestyle for those who… Continue reading I may never buy a new watch again
The Valentine’s Special
The only thing Valentine's day is good for is an increase in body oil and body glitter sales. I'm considering investing in those two areas; I'll make a blooming fortune. Second-hand handcuff prices also usually go up. Don't ask me why or how I know, but consider this as investment advice for next year. I… Continue reading The Valentine’s Special
Lessons from an engineer and bladesmith to a hobbyist watchmaker
My uncle owns a civil engineering firm. He's an awesome guy and my dad visits him regularly. I don't visit him regularly, which is a bit of a problem. He is one of those men that in a perfect world every young man should have access to. He is full of jest and doesn't take… Continue reading Lessons from an engineer and bladesmith to a hobbyist watchmaker
Picture this…
You're at a cocktail party. You've got a neat suit/dress on and you're having a great time. Then you remember that your stew is still going in the slow cooker at home. Uh oh, you need to tell the time! You decided to be all vintage and elegant so decided to wear a pocket watch.… Continue reading Picture this…
The Full Story of My Camy Club-Star
I've long talked about this watch, everything from its exact date of purchase to its sentimental value. The whole story is split up in so many different posts and comments that it's probably not the easiest thing to piece together. Nobody asked for this, but here we go... December 31st was slightly overcast if I… Continue reading The Full Story of My Camy Club-Star
Swaziland musings
This is a short summary of my four-day tour of Swaziland on the back of a motorcycle from December 17th to 21st. I'll divide this post into four sections with a summary of each day and a fifth section with my closing thoughts. I hope you all enjoy this. Day 1 The trip started at… Continue reading Swaziland musings