40 and 20: the WatchClicker Podcast

Episode 122 - NOT a Show About Rolex, with Kaz Mirza

In the 122nd Episode of 40 and 20, the Watch Clicker Podcast we are joined by one of the Broke Watch Snobs, Kaz Mirza, to discuss the "click bait" nature of watch world content. We talk about the challenges we've faced in our endeavors and how and why we've chosen to overcome them. 

 

Other Things We Like: 

 

Andrew: www.wealthbase.com

 

Everett: https://www.homedepot.com/p/Troy-Bilt-21-in-160-cc-Honda-Gas-Walk-Behind-Push-Mower-with-High-Rear-Wheels-and-3-in-1-Cutting-TriAction-Cutting-System-TB160/306935884

 

Kaz: Easton Press Books- https://www.eastonpress.com/

 

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Episode 121 - Digital Watches

In this 121st Episode of 40 and 20, the Watch Clicker Podcast, we attempt to uncover the life of the digital watch. The lineage, developments, and failures across time.  

 

Some of our favorite digitals over time: 

 

Breitling Navitimer LCD: 

 

https://www.shucktheoyster.com/breitling-navitimer-lcd-vintage-chronograph-9406/

 

Shark Freestyle: 

 

 https://www.freestyleusa.com/

 

Some easy reading:

 

https://blog.onlineclock.net/history-of-digital-clocks-watches/

 

https://www.pcmag.com/news/the-digital-watch-a-brief-history

 

http://www.uniquewatchguide.com/led-watches.html

 

(By no means a comprehensive list, but some of what we drew from!)

 

Other Things We Like: 

 

Andrew: Lowes Commander Totes - https://www.lowes.com/pl/Commander--Plastic-storage-totes-Baskets-storage-containers-Storage-organization/4294713243?refinement=4294400655

 

Everett: Travelon WIndshield Cleaner and Defogger - https://www.travelonbags.com/shop/travel-accessories/automotive-travel-accessories/windshield-cleaner-and-defogger/19005.html

 

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Episode 120 - Interview with Josh and Steve Roemer from SWC

In the 120th Episode of 40 and 20, the Watch Clicker Podcast we are joined by Josh and Steve Roemer of the Swiss Watch Company. We talk about the Steve's big-watch history, SWC's military watch supplier origin, and how SWC became the microbrand we know it as today. 

 

Other Things We Like: 

 

Andrew: WandaVision - Disney+

 

Everett: Irresistible - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt9076562/

 

Steve: Coffin building(?)* https://www.northwoodscasket.com/build-your-own-coffin

 

Josh: Chicken farming* -  https://hearthookhome.com/an-egg-cellent-apron-free-crochet-pattern/

 

*Josh and Steve's "other things" will make more sense after you listen to where they are! 

 

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Episode 119 - Valjoux 7750 vs. Lemania 5100

In the 119th Episode of 40 and 20, the Watch Clicker Podcast, we tackle the age old question of chronograph movement superiority. We examine the ETA Valjoux 7750 and the Lemania 5100. Their positives, negatives, uses, iterations, etc. We also crown a champion (ahem)! 

 

Other Things We Like: 

 

Andrew: Contour Gauge Tool - 

 

https://www.smartsaker.com/pages/saker-contour-gauge-5?gclid=CjwKCAiAsOmABhAwEiwAEBR0ZhuFU8AvOqJwlyTaK66RX3GwWUNetuxbV--lxg05ZMZyloFs9J68PxoC5dAQAvD_BwE

 

Everett: WandaVision on Disney+

 

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Episode 118 - Jeremy from Goodspeed Returns

In the 118th Episode of 40 and 20, the Watch Clicker Podcast we are joined by Jeremy from Goodspeed Watches, yet again. Jeremy comes to talk to us about his new Kickstarter offering, the Scout. We talk about everything from his inspiration for the watches he designs and his wonderful marketing materials. 

 

Don't forget to check out the Kickstarter campaign, launching on February 1, 2021. 

 

Other Things We Like: 

 

Andrew: Dr. Squatch soaps: https://drsquatch.com/

 

Everett: Wyze digital scale: https://wyze.com/wyzescale.html

 

Jeremy: Recycled, repurposed, cooking disks: https://www.southwestdisk.com/

 

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Episode 117 - Four Rolex for the Price of a Rolex

In the 117th Episode of 40 and 20, the Watch Clicker Podcast, we take a look at the options available to you as analogs for the "Big 4" of the Rolex lineup, the OP, Daytona, Sub, and Explorer. We take the price of an entry level Rolex and build a collection from there. We also discuss the idea of diminishing returns and what we think matters in a watch purchase. 

 

In a 40 and 20/Watchclicker first, Mike and Will be posting their own picks in a post on the website at the same time this episode is released (January 21, 2021). Check out their picks here: https://watchclicker.com/4-watch-collection-for-the-price-of-a-rolex/

 

Andrew: 

 

Monta Triumph: https://montawatch.com/products/monta-triumph-black-dial

 

Sinn 103: https://www.watchbuys.com/store/pc/Sinn-103-St-Acrylic-on-Bracelet-4p291.htm

 

Christopher Ward C60 Pro 600: https://www.christopherward.com/dive/c60-trident-pro-600/C60-42ADA3-S0KW0-B0.html

 

Seiko SBDC087: https://www.amazon.com/Seiko-Prospex-Alpinist-Limited-SBDC087/dp/B082F77C17/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=seiko+alpinist&qid=1611097407&sr=8-2

 

 

Everett: 

 

DOXA Sub 300T: https://doxawatches.com/collections/sub-300t

 

Orion Hellcat: https://orionwatch.com/hellcat

 

CWC RN Fleet Air ARM: https://www.cwcwatch.com/products/mechanical-chronograph-no-date

 

Sinn 556 (on a strap): https://www.sinn.de/en/Modell/556_I.htm

 

 

Other Things We Like: 

 

Andrew: Blink Camera System: https://blinkforhome.com/

 

Everett: Donut Media: Everything You Need to Know About the LS400 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i8F6CBjfx4k

 

 

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Episode 116 - Photo Q&A with Will the Watch Clicker

In the 116th Episode of 40 and 20, the Watch Clicker Podcast, we sit down with Will to discuss some of the ins and outs, and the sorcery of watch photography. We cover some serious ground from lighting to gear. And some quick tips to up your photo game, not just for watches! 

 

Other Things We Like: 

 

Andrew: The Professor and the Madman. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/James_Murray_(lexicographer)

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/William_Chester_Minor

 

Everett: Annals of the Western Shore, by Ursula K. Le Guin

 

Will: @VCRwworld on instagram: check out his awesome custom VCR movie titles 

 

 

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Episode 115 - Another Three More Watches for an Additional $600... Again

In the 115th Episode of 40 and 20, the Watch Clicker Podcast we revisit one of our favorite topics: a three watch collection for $600. The usual rules apply: readily available, and none of the usual suspects. 

 

We both left a little bit of space for some straps too! 

 

Andrew's List:

 

Vaer S5: https://www.vaerwatches.com/collections/s5-standard-issue/products/s5-standard-issue-field?gclid=Cj0KCQiA3NX_BRDQARIsALA3fIJyv595cZFO98dEYkVSebRwTAFf2Qg8Zf3fztv9W54HfAtpYl6lpzwaAtj1EALw_wcB

 

Dan Henry 1970: https://danhenrywatches.com/products/1970-automatic-diver-watch

 

 

Citizen Avion Chronograph:  https://www.citizenwatch.com/us/en/product/CA4210-24E.html

 

 

Everett's List: 

 

Seiko ALBA AEFD557: http://indigenoustheologicaltraininginstitute.org/product/alba-mens-watch-solar-hard-rex-10-water-pressure-aefd557/

 

Bernhardt Corsair: https://www.bernhardtwatch.com/collections/dive/products/corsair-diver-black

 

So Labs Watch Co:  https://so-labs.co/collections/layer-1/products/layer-1-4-abalone-steel

 

Other Things We Like: 

 

Andrew: Cobra Kai Season 3 just dropped on Netflix. Check it out!

 

Everett: Fargo (TV Series). Definitely worth a watch!

 

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Episode 114 - All About Sapphire Crystals

In this 114th Episode of 40 and 20, the Watch Clicker Podcast, we dig deep into the history of, manufacturing process, and value of sapphire crystals, and attempt to answer the question whether a sapphire crystal is the right crystal for you (spoiler: it depends).  

 

We also talk about some ways to up your game in the kitchen and via thank you notes. 

 

https://www.momentumwatch.com/blogs/momentum-blog/sapphire-crystal-vs-mineral-crystal

 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mvrRzZZ-JY8

 

http://www.woundforlife.com/2014/05/16/technical-notes-sapphire-crystal/

 

http://www.top-alternative-energy-sources.com/Czochralski-process.html

 

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Czochralski_method

 

https://www.gemsociety.org/article/select-gems-ordered-mohs-hardness/

 

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vickers_hardness_test

 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xD_ARShq5gY

 

Bonus - The Most Impressive Man You've Never Heard of: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_William_Strutt,_3rd_Baron_Rayleigh

 

Other things: 

 

Andrew: https://www.amazon.com/Classic-Wooden-Alphabet-Initial-Sealing/dp/B07F8S5FWS/ref=sr_1_2?crid=37HUDZH9IYTI6&dchild=1&keywords=letter+sealing+stamp&qid=1609373866&sprefix=letter+sealing+s%2Caps%2C233&sr=8-2

 

 

 

Everett: https://www.webstaurantstore.com/bakers-mark-18-x-13-half-size-19-gauge-wire-in-rim-aluminum-bun-sheet-pan/407BUNHALF.html?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=GoogleShopping&gclid=CjwKCAiA57D_BRAZEiwAZcfCxeOfnFCtP5xrxjM2aYwXXBzVXGPWZZqert-M7Epxl8nNhR_OuKeeTBoCiNIQAvD_BwE

 

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Episode 113 - The Objectively Best Pilot's Watches for Under $500

In the 113th Episode of 40 and 20, the Watch Clicker Podcast, we take on the challenge of finding the objectively best pilot's watches for under $500. 

 

We also briefly talk about the one, very tiny, flaw in our scientifically-proven objective rating scale. 

 

1. Nodus Sector Pilot: https://www.noduswatches.com/sector-pilot

2. Citizen Nighthawk: https://www.citizenwatch.com/us/en/product/BJ7008-51E.html#q=Nighthawk&lang=default&start=8

3. Geckota K-01: https://www.geckota.com/geckota-k-01-type-b-40mm-eta-2824-pilots-watch

3.Tisell Type B: https://www.tisellwatch.com/pilot-watch/tisell-pilot-watch-lume-bgw9-40-mm-type-a/

3. Laco Aachen 39: https://www.laco-watches.com/en/watches/pilot-watches-basic/pilot-watch-aachen-39mm-automatic-leather-strap

 

Other things: 

 

Andrew: Manhunt Deadly Games on Netflix 

 

Everett: E&J XO Brandy. It'll be perfect for your leftover eggnog 

 

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