I got provisionally accepted into university, with first year financial aid, so I won't have to go into debt renting a shack with a blanket and bucket toilet. It will still cost an obscene amount, but at least I'll have some help. There's little more to this post, actually. I am also planning on applying… Continue reading Boasting
Author: Ryan Schwartz
Buyer, seller, repairer and collector of vintage and pre-owned watches. Student of Actuarial Sciences.
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A confession
One year ago, if you were to ask me what country I would like my watches to hail from, I would have said Japan in a heartbeat. I would have mentioned the good value, the rich history and the good value again, in case you didn't hear me the first time. I am now a… Continue reading A confession
One night stand: Tissot Navigator 44646-1X
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
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?
In today's post I explain why Nico Leonard is actually the Antichrist Superstar, how an undercover sting operation runs most of watch Reddit, and why making a young lady pregnant is the ultimate step in watch collecting.
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 Escapement Room 