Wrist Enthusiast Radio
A podcast by wrist enthusiasts, for wrist enthusiasts. Whether you are a watch nerd or a watch newbie, join Craig, Ben, and Derek as they talk all things watches.
Episodes
In this episode of Wrist Enthusiast Radio, Craig, Derek, and Ben dive deep into the world of microbrands, bringing their personal picks and strong opinions across a range of watch categories. From affordable GMTs and creative chronographs to asymmetrical art pieces and full-blown complications, the crew covers it all—highlighting both fan favorites and obscure gems. Expect shoutouts to Wren, Studio Underdog, Serica, Furlan Marri, A...
In this episode of Wrist Enthusiast Radio, Craig, Ben and Derek dive into the world of watches that aren’t just props, they’re part of the plot. From the Hamilton Murph’s role in Interstellar to the cracked-dial watch in The Last of Us, we explore the timepieces that drive emotion, character, and story on screen. We also look at Patrick Bateman’s Seiko in American Psycho and how Richard Mille and Patek Philippe show up in unexpecte...
In this episode of Wrist Enthusiast Radio, Derek, Ben, and Craig break down their favorite watches that come on rubber straps and the ones they wish did. From classics like the Rolex Yacht-Master and Patek Philippe Aquanaut to underrated picks like the IWC Mark XV and Zenith Defy Skyline, the crew shares what works, what doesn’t, and what could look even better with the right rubber strap.
They also spotlight Delugs and their lin...
In this episode of Wrist Enthusiast Radio, Craig, Ben and Derek are joined by Carlos Ramirez, founder of MEC Watches, for a deep dive into his collecting journey, design philosophy, and the launch of his in-house jump hour masterpiece, the MEC 1. Carlos shares how his love for watches evolved from Fossil and Panerai to F.P. Journe, eventually inspiring him to create his own brand from scratch. From the architectural influence behin...
In this very special episode of Wrist Enthusiast Radio, join Craig, Derek, and Ben LIVE from the Ulysse Nardin booth at Watches & Wonders Geneva as they dive into the most exciting releases, hot takes, and behind-the-scenes moments from the watch industry’s biggest event of the year.
From hands-on impressions of the new Rolex Land-Dweller and Cartier's small Santos to the groundbreaking Grand Seiko UFA and IWC's Ingenieur Perpetu...
From lawyer to watch photographer to co-founder of an independent watch brand—James Kong (@waitlisted) has done it all. In this episode, we talk about his journey into watches, the art of watch photography, and his role as COO of Fleming Watches. Plus, we get into the challenges of working with tantalum, his thoughts on watch design, and some spicy takes on watch photography.
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The watch industry is evolving, but where is it headed in 2025? In this episode of Wrist Enthusiast Radio, we break down the biggest trends we expect to see—from the rise (and fall) of integrated bracelet watches to the comeback of stone dials, microbrand innovations, and the growing shift in watch sizing. Will brands finally embrace future-forward designs, or will they keep looking to the past? What will be released during Watches...
Pedro Costa and his company, Costa Design, are redefining watch artistry in a way no one else in the industry is. He’s not just crafting timepieces—he’s bringing them to life as jaw-dropping, larger-than-life sculptures. What started as handcrafted coffee tables shaped like oversized (and often fully functional) Rolex, Audemars Piguet, and Patek Philippe watches has now expanded into stunning lamps and even more incredible designs.
...2024 is coming to a close, and there were A LOT of exciting new watch releases this year. to close out the year, Craig, Ben, and Derek go through their favorite watches in a variety of categories, including dress watches, under $1,000, microbrands, independents, complications, chronographs and many more. The guys also give their overall favorite watches of 2024.
Let us know your favorite releases in every category (and overall fa...
What discontinued/vintage watches would we like to see brands bring back. From the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Rectangular, to the steel Vacheron Constantin Historiques 222 and the original Rolex Milgauss Reference 6541, there are a lot of watches Craig, Ben and Derek want to see come back. The guys also spend some time discussing the new Patek Philippe Cubitus and the upcoming 2025 Watches & Wonders.
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Craig is back from Japan. While there, he was there he visited both Seiko Epson, where Grand Seiko Quartz and Spring Drive watches are produced, and Grand Seiko Studio Shizukuishi, where Grand Seiko's mechanical watches are made. Craig, Ben and Derek discuss the trip, as well as Craig's interview of Akio Naito, President Of Seiko Watches. The guys also discuss Watches of Switzerland's recent purchase of Hodinkee and what it means f...
Our Favorite Watches Under $1000 in Every Category - Divers, Skeleton Dials, Chronographs, and More!
Can you get a quality watch at under $1,000 USD? Turns out you can! Craig, Ben and Derek take a look at their favorite affordable watches in many different categories, including dive watches, skeleton watches, chronographs, field watches, and pilot watches.
And introducing the new sponsor of our podcast, Delugs! Delugs is a great place to get all your watch straps and accessories. Definitely check them out!
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There has been a lot of recent news in the watch industry. Craig, Derek and Ben tackle it all. They discuss Donald Trump's new watch brand, including his new gold tourbillon model (with hundreds of diamonds). Are Trump's watches worth it? They also discuss Mark Zuckerberg and his new insane watch collection. Why did the Meta founder get into watch collecting? The guys also discuss new releases, including the Hodinkee and Zenith Tri...
It's watch draft time! Craig, Derek and Ben take turns picking their favorite dive watches, chronographs, and integrated bracelet watches. Where does the Rolex Submariner rank? How about the Omega Speedmaster? Watch and find out! Do you agree with their picks? Let us know in the comments.
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What's happening to Hodinkee? Best watch brand to buy? Answering your burning questions on Instagram
Answering all your burning (watch) questions! In this episode Craig, Ben and Derek take questions from their followers about the watch industry. Nothing is off-limits. What are their thoughts on the latest Hodinkee news? What is the top trending type of watch? What watches they recommend? If they could only buy one brand, which brand would it be? The guys answer all these questions and more!
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Craig is in Geneva, Ben and Derek are not. But the guys got together via video chat to discuss all the top news coming out of the 2024 iteration of Geneva Watch Days. Konstantin Chaykin now has the thinnest watch in the world at 1.65mm, Jacob & Co. goes smaller with the 44mm Oil Pump, and the Alternative Horological Alliance was founded! Find out the guys' thoughts on all things Geneva Watch Week!
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Craig, Derek and Ben talk about the many watch collaborations. What do they think of collaborations in general? Which are their favorite collaborations? Which collaborations are they not fans of? What collaborations would they like to see? Check out their thoughts on the endless new Swatch X Omega Speedmaster MoonSwatch collab, the Patek Philippe X Tiffany collab, the TAG Heuer X Kith collab, and many, many more.
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Craig, Derek and Ben talk about their wristwatch pet peeves. Should all watches have microadjustments? Should any brands use leather straps with an embossed alligator pattern? Are limited editions of thousands of pieces truly limited? The guys share these pet peeves plus many others.
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Craig, Derek and Ben vintage watches vs. modern watches. Is the scarcity of vintage watches artificial? How do you know you are getting the real deal? What are the advantages of a modern watch? And, the guys just talk generally about the pros and cons of both modern and vintage watches. Many hot takes are shared! Share your own in the comments!
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Craig, Derek and Ben discuss the most polarizing watch brands and give their opinions. What do they think of perennial punching bag Hublot? How about Jacob & Co. and Richard Mille? Are they worth the hype? The guys even discuss Invicta (gasp). Are they good value watches? What do you think?
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