you are trapped in here with us
As parents, we frequently find ourselves telling our kids "No" A LOT and a good chunk of those "No's" are delivered with no real reason behind it besides, "I said No". We can't articulate why the answer is no, we just know it is. For me, some watch purchase decisions are in this category. On… Continue reading That Nagging Feeling
Chris: Greg had an idea for a vintage round table… How about, vintage desires and vintage regrets? Why you have or have not dipped your toes in? Todd: My vintage regret is a birth year Timex. I thought I wanted a birth year watch, but after receiving one and wearing it a few times, it… Continue reading Round table #18 – vintage trifles
Watchmaking is broad. A watchmaker is expected to be in command of the skillsets of the engineer, the jeweller, the businessperson and even the artist. How much a watchmaker is expected to know of each of these facets is determined by his or her customer base as well as his or her willingness. Many watchmakers… Continue reading Finding joy in the little jobs
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 bug of mechanical watches has likely bitten everyone reading this, but I'll say what I have to say anyways. I am a hopeless romantic. I have tried doing many things the old-fashioned way, which is nine times out of ten harder, more expensive, requires more effort, or a combination of these. I have largely… Continue reading A word of warning
The Escapement Room 