40 and 20: the WatchClicker Podcast

Episode 112: 40 and 20 Holiday Special

In this 112 Episode of 40 and 20, the Watch Clicker Podcast, we get the whole crew together to do a year in review. We talk about our favorites of the year and the watches we lament missing out on. 

 

We also briefly touch on the sentiment running rampant through the watch world media that more is not better. We think more is more and probably better.

 

A special thank to our friend, Nate Asman, for helping us add some holiday spirit to our jingle!  

 

Will:

 

Favorite: Seiko WIllard: https://watchclicker.com/seiko-sbdc109-spb151-willard/

 

Missed out on: Farer PIlot https://usd.farer.com/collections/pilot-watch

 

Everett:

 

Favorite: Lorier Falcon II: https://www.lorierwatches.com/products/falcon-sii-navy-silver

 

https://watchclicker.com/lorier-falcon-series-ii/

 

Missed out on: Astor and Banks Fortitude: https://astorandbanks.com/products/fortitude/

 

https://watchclicker.com/astor-banks-fortitude-review/

 

Andrew: 

 

Favorite: Brew Retromatic: https://www.brew-watches.com/watches/retromatic-brew-black

 

https://watchclicker.com/brew-retromatic/

 

Missed out on: Traska Summiteer: https://www.traskawatch.com/summiteer

 

https://watchclicker.com/traska-summiteer/

 

Mike:

 

Favorite: Biatec Leviathan: https://www.biatecwatches.com/product-collection/leviathan-en/

 

Christopher Ward:  Supercompressor: https://www.christopherward.com/home

 

 

Other things:

 

Will: Tenfold More Wicked (podcast)

 

Everett: Love and Monsters (movie)

 

Andrew: Warning: Outlander might lose you for a while (though I'm told It'll come back around). 

 

Mike: Lace Lab Shoe Laces

 

 

Check out all of Watch Clicker's content, including columns, reviews, and fantastic photography at: watchclicker.com

Our full catalog of podcasts is at watchclicker.com/4020-the-watch-clicker-podcast/

On instagram:
40and20: www.instagram.com/40and20/?hl=en
WatchClicker: www.instagram.com/watchclicker/?hl=en

You can support 40 and 20 at patreon.com/40and20

Intro/Outro Music:
Bummin on Tremelo, by Kevin MacLeod (incompetch.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License
Creativecommons.org/licenses/by.3.0/

40 and 20 Mini Review - Nodus Contrail II

In this special edition of 40 and 20, Andrew is joined by our Editor in chief, Will for a mini audio-review of the Nodus Contrail II, which was re-released this year, with some subtle but incredibly effective improvements. Already a favorite, the new Contrail II is easily one of the best dive watches you can get at any price. 

The contrail is currently available in five color ways, each for $675, at: https://www.noduswatches.com/contrail

You can see photos of Nodus' fantastic watches on instagram, @noduswatches

Check out Will's full written review of the Contrail II here: https://watchclicker.com/nodus-contrail-2/

Check us out on instagram: @watchclicker and @40and20

You can support 40 and 20 here: patreon.com/40and20

Intro/Outro Music: Bummin on Tremelo, by Kevin MacLeod (incompetch.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License Creativecommons.org/licenses/by.3.0/

Episode 111 - The Vostok Amphibia

In this 111th Episode of 40 and 20, the Watch Clicker Podcast we tackle one of our biggest topics yet. We take a swing at unraveling the story of the Vostok Amphibia and how it came to be. Now, it's a big topic that deserves more than an hour, but we did our best and we hope you enjoy! 

 

We also talk about the power that has been vested into the Reverend Andrew, cheap vegetable peelers,  and being okay with having a perfectly "medium" week. 

 

Some of the links:

 

https://www.esslinger.com/watch-gaskets/

 

https://vostokamphibia.com/amphibia-watch-history/

 

https://www.watchuseek.com/threads/m-f-novikov-and-v-f-belova-about-creation-and-features-of-amphibian-watch.721478/

 

https://vostokamphibia.com/vostok-amphibia-history/#:~:text=The%20history%20of%20the%20brand,workers%20and%20their%20family%20members.

 

https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/vostok-amphibia

 

Other Things:

 

Andrew: I need some help with concrete countertops. Have you done them? Let me know the process you chose and WHY!

 

Everett: Cheap Peelers!

 

https://www.kuhnrikonshop.com/original-swiss-peeler-set/KHN+2784.html?gclid=CjwKCAiAiML-BRAAEiwAuWVggr7toxWgSHDzm0_7E6dRHDhoQZvrKPv5rOAM6ICHONKFoik4QsuBeBoCWeoQAvD_BwE

 

Check out all of Watch Clicker's content, including columns, reviews, and fantastic photography at: watchclicker.com

 

Our full catalog of podcasts is at watchclicker.com/4020-the-watch-clicker-podcast/

On instagram:
40and20: www.instagram.com/40and20/?hl=en
WatchClicker: www.instagram.com/watchclicker/?hl=en

You can support 40 and 20 at patreon.com/40and20

Intro/Outro Music:
Bummin on Tremelo, by Kevin MacLeod (incompetch.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License
Creativecommons.org/licenses/by.3.0/

Episode 110 - Christmas Lists!

In this 106th Episode of 40 and 20, the Watch Clicker Podcast we talk about Christmas lists. We aimed to keep them on the stocking stuffer size but went bigger with a few of them. 

 

1. A NEW LEATHER STRAP. We can recommend a few brands. 

 

Cascadia Strap Co:  https://www.cascadiastrapco.com/

Delugs: https://delugs.com/

 

2. Morakniv - the whole collection

 

https://morakniv.se/en/?v=7516fd43adaa

 

3. Marathon Wall Clock 

 

https://windupwatchshop.com/collections/accessories/marathon

 

4. Bergeon 6767-F spring bar tool

 

https://www.crownandbuckle.com/bergeon-6767-f-spring-bar-tool.html

 

5. B and R FKM rubber strap

 

https://www.bandrbands.com/black-aqua-vent-fkm-rubber-quick-release-watch-band.aspx

 

6. Cheapest NATO Straps paratrooper straps 

 

https://www.cheapestnatostraps.com/collections/paratrooper-straps

 

7. CR123 12 pack from amazon

 

8. Art of Horology Print 

 

https://www.art-of-horology.co.uk/

 

or on Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/TheArtOfHorology?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=493751888

 

Some other things (as if you needed more):

 

Everett: 

 

You're Wrong About... podcast

 

https://yourewrongabout.com/

 

Andrew: 

 

Imagined Life podcast: 

 

https://wondery.com/shows/imagined-life/

 

Check out all of Watch Clicker's content, including columns, reviews, and fantastic photography at: watchclicker.com

Our full catalog of podcasts is at watchclicker.com/4020-the-watch-clicker-podcast/

On instagram:
40and20: www.instagram.com/40and20/?hl=en
WatchClicker: www.instagram.com/watchclicker/?hl=en

You can support 40 and 20 at patreon.com/40and20

Intro/Outro Music:
Bummin on Tremelo, by Kevin MacLeod (incompetch.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License
Creativecommons.org/licenses/by.3.0/

Episode 109 - Lauren and Lorenzo Ortega of Lorier (Part 2)

In this 109th Episode of 40 and 20, the Watch Clicker Podcast we sit down with our good, good friends, Lauren and Lorenzo Ortega, husband and wife owners of Lorier Watches. Lorier has spent the last year dunking on the micro-brand world, releasing hit after hit, and, quite literally, not being able to keep up with demand for their vintage inspired GADA sports watches.

 

We take an opportunity to discuss the maturation of Lorier as a brand, and the Ortegas as brand owners. We also talk Lorier's latest watches, including the new dual crown Hydra, and the incredible new Hyperion GMT. 

 

Check our Lorier at: lorierwatches.com

and on instagram @lorierwatches

 

Check out all of Watch Clicker's content, including columns, reviews, and fantastic photography at: watchclicker.com

Our full catalog of podcasts is at watchclicker.com/4020-the-watch-clicker-podcast/

On instagram:
40and20: www.instagram.com/40and20/?hl=en
WatchClicker: www.instagram.com/watchclicker/?hl=en

You can support 40 and 20 at patreon.com/40and20

Intro/Outro Music:
Bummin on Tremelo, by Kevin MacLeod (incompetch.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License
Creativecommons.org/licenses/by.3.0/

Episode 108 - Interview with Vishal Tolani of Dartmouth Brands (Avi-8, Spinnaker, etc).

In this 105th Episode of 40 and 20, the Watch Clicker Podcast we sit down Vishal Tolani, CEO of Dartmouth Brands, owner of Avi-8, Spinnaker, Dufa and others. Being uniquely plugged into the watch world, Vishal is able to shed light on everything from supply chain and manufacturing, to retail distribution, and the different watch markets. 

 

Some other things:

 

Everett:

 

https://www.amazon.com/Goodthreads-Slim-Fit-Washed-Stretch-Chino/dp/B07K55G9YF/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?dchild=1&keywords=goodthreads+chinos&qid=1605765114&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUFSMkFRMjAyWllBUksmZW5jcnlwdGVkSWQ9QTAxNjU3ODVITEJFWlRRR0VESiZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwMjc1NjI1Mk8zUUs1QVVRUFg2RSZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX2F0ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU=

 

Andrew:

 

First Lite Uncompahgre 2.0: https://www.firstlite.com/collections/mens-jackets-and-insulation/products/mens-uncompahgre-2-0-puffy-jacket

 

Vishal:

 

Pilot Friction Pens: http://pilotpen.us/categories/frixion-erasable-ink-pens/

 

Check out all of Watch Clicker's content, including columns, reviews, and fantastic photography at: watchclicker.com

Our full catalog of podcasts is at watchclicker.com/4020-the-watch-clicker-podcast/

On instagram:
40and20: www.instagram.com/40and20/?hl=en
WatchClicker: www.instagram.com/watchclicker/?hl=en

You can support 40 and 20 at patreon.com/40and20

Intro/Outro Music:
Bummin on Tremelo, by Kevin MacLeod (incompetch.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License
Creativecommons.org/licenses/by.3.0/

Episode 107 - 2020 (Slightly Early) Year in Review

In this 107th Episode of 40 and 20, the Watch Clicker Podcast we highlight some of our favorite releases of the year. We also attempt to tackle the age old concern about pineapple on pizza and brussel sprouts. 

 

Our Top 6 (in no particular order): 

 

Traska Summiteer:

 

https://www.traskawatch.com/summiteer

 

 

Lorier Falcon 2:

 

https://www.lorierwatches.com/products/falcon-sii-black-gilt

 

 

Brew Retromatic:

 

https://www.brew-watches.com/watches/retromatic-brew-burgundy

 

 

Orion Hellcat:

 

https://orionwatch.com/hellcat

 

 

Nodus Sector Field:

 

https://www.noduswatches.com/sector-field

 

Seiko DressKX (SRPE55):

 

https://www.seikowatches.com/us-en/products/5sports/srpe55

 

 

Honorable Mentions:

 

Albany Ama:

 

https://www.albanywatches.com/

 

 

Solas Starlight:

 

https://solaswatches.com/

 

 

Lorier Hydra:

 

https://www.lorierwatches.com/products/hydra-sii-blue-silver

 

 

Monta Noble:

 

https://montawatch.com/products/monta-noble-silver-dial

 

 

Islander 38mm:

 

https://www.longislandwatch.com/Islander_38mm_Automatic_Dive_Watch_p/isl-49.htm

 

 

Astor and Banks Fortitude:

 

https://astorandbanks.com/products/fortitude/

 

 

Dryden Pathfinder:

 

https://drydenwatchco.com/pages/dryden-pathfinder-automatic-diver-collection

 

 

We know we missed some so let us know what your favorites were!

 

Some other things:

 

Everett: 

 

Find me some shoes

 

Andrew: 

 

Netflix Godless

 

 

 

Check out all of Watch Clicker's content, including columns, reviews, and fantastic photography at: watchclicker.com

Our full catalog of podcasts is at watchclicker.com/4020-the-watch-clicker-podcast/

On instagram:
40and20: www.instagram.com/40and20/?hl=en
WatchClicker: www.instagram.com/watchclicker/?hl=en

You can support 40 and 20 at patreon.com/40and20

Intro/Outro Music:
Bummin on Tremelo, by Kevin MacLeod (incompetch.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License
Creativecommons.org/licenses/by.3.0/

Episode 106 - Talking Retromatic with Jonathan Ferrer of Brew Watch Co.

In this 105th Episode of 40 and 20, the Watch Clicker Podcast we have our good friend Jonathan Ferrer, of the Brew Watch Co., back on the show to talk about Brew's newest watch, the Retromatic. We talk about the design inspirations (spoiler alert: it's coffee), and about some of the more specific decisions regarding color, and movement choice, John made with his first automatic watch. 

 

If you want to buy a Retromatic (and you do), check them out here: https://www.brew-watches.com/watches

 

Check out our full written review of the Retromatic here: https://watchclicker.com/brew-retromatic/

 

Check out all of Watch Clicker's content, including columns, reviews, and fantastic photography at: watchclicker.com

 

Our full catalog of podcasts is at watchclicker.com/4020-the-watch-clicker-podcast/

On instagram:
40and20: www.instagram.com/40and20/?hl=en
WatchClicker: www.instagram.com/watchclicker/?hl=en

You can support 40 and 20 at patreon.com/40and20

Intro/Outro Music:
Bummin on Tremelo, by Kevin MacLeod (incompetch.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License
Creativecommons.org/licenses/by.3.0/

Episode 105 - Revisiting the Starter Watch

In this 104th Episode of 40 and 20, the Watch Clicker Podcast, we dive back into what got us here. We're talking starter watches. We break down the three folks who usually ask us for watch advice and talk through the conversation and offer a few suggestions along the way. 

 

Just to name a few (we talked about a lot)

 

https://www.noduswatches.com/

 

https://montawatch.com/

 

https://baltic-watches.com/en

 

https://emgwatches.com/

 

https://www.goodspeedwatches.com/

 

https://www.tissotwatches.com/en-us/

 

https://seikousa.com/

 

https://www.citizenwatch.com/

 

Some other things:

 

Everett: The hard truth about monosodium glutamate 

 

https://www.amazon.com/ACCENT-FLAVOR-SEASONING-NATURAL-ENHANCER/dp/B007HACDBA

 

https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/msg-good-or-bad

 

Andrew: 

 

Aardvark Hot Sauce: https://secretaardvark.com/

 

Check out all of Watch Clicker's content, including columns, reviews, and fantastic photography at: watchclicker.com

Our full catalog of podcasts is at watchclicker.com/4020-the-watch-clicker-podcast/

On instagram:
40and20: www.instagram.com/40and20/?hl=en
WatchClicker: www.instagram.com/watchclicker/?hl=en

You can support 40 and 20 at patreon.com/40and20

Intro/Outro Music:
Bummin on Tremelo, by Kevin MacLeod (incompetch.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License
Creativecommons.org/licenses/by.3.0/

Episode 104 - Interview With Michael Seals of Seals Watch Co

In this, the 104th (WHAAAAT?!?!?!) Episode of 40 and 20 we chat with Michael Seals, of Seals Watch Company. We pick his brain and learn the surprising inspiration for his line of innovative watches and get some insights into where they're going next. We were lucky enough to enjoy some time with the Model A.5 and thoroughly enjoyed it. 

 

https://seals-watches.com/

 

Some other things:

 

Everett: 

 

Pokemon - gotta catch them all and Everett just rediscovered the joy with his kids. 

 

Andrew: 

 

X Files - apparently we're 90's heavy this week. Check it out on Hulu. 

 

Michael:

 

The urban homesteader. Michael has a new hobby(s) growing in his backyard and should see some eggs soon. 

 

In the event you're looking for a DIY chicken coop here's a quick google search result.

 

https://www.thespruce.com/free-chicken-coop-plans-1357113

 

Check out all of Watch Clicker's content, including columns, reviews, and fantastic photography at: watchclicker.com

Our full catalog of podcasts is at watchclicker.com/4020-the-watch-clicker-podcast/

On instagram:
40and20: www.instagram.com/40and20/?hl=en
WatchClicker: www.instagram.com/watchclicker/?hl=en

You can support 40 and 20 at patreon.com/40and20

Intro/Outro Music:
Bummin on Tremelo, by Kevin MacLeod (incompetch.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License
Creativecommons.org/licenses/by.3.0/