Romain Vesaphong is a skilled watchmaker who transitioned from a successful career in banking to become an expert in repairing high-end timepieces. He has extensive experience working with prestigious brands like Rolex, Cartier, and IWC, and currently serves as the sole watchmaker at Michaud watch and jewelry store. Romain's background in both technical craftsmanship and customer relations makes him a compelling and credible guest for discussing the intricacies of watchmaking.
In this episode, you'll learn:
- The easiest and hardest types of Rolex watches to repair and why.
- Essential maintenance tips to prolong the lifespan of your watches.
- The journey and challenges Romain faced in transitioning from banking to watchmaking.
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TImestamps:
00:00 Introduction to Fashion Geek
01:07 Meet Romain Vesavant: The Watchmaker
02:33 Romain's Journey from Banking to Watchmaking
12:04 Life in Paris and the Decision to Change Careers
18:46 The Watchmaking School Experience
25:58 Crafting the Perfect Watch: A Day in Watchmaking School
27:57 Navigating the Watchmaking Crisis
31:00 Landing a Job at a Prestigious Watch and Jewelry Store
34:02 The Unique Role of a Watchmaker
39:17 Training and Certification with Rolex
44:55 Challenges and Triumphs in Watch Repair
51:43 Tips for Watch Maintenance
55:26 Always Be Fly: Elegance in Watchmaking and Life
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