Collecting Indies Before the Hype: Greg Wirtz on FP Journe, Moser & More | Wrist Check Podcast #110

Friend of the pod and NYC watch scene fixture, Greg Wirtz, joins Perri and Rashawn for a deep dive into his refined collection of haute horology. A lawyer by trade and a passionate collector, Greg shares insights on acquiring F.P. Journe pieces before the market boom, why he believes the brand finally caught fire, and what sets independents like H. Moser apart. The trio also explores the future of independent watchmaking and the fascinating parallels that connect the most innovative brands in the game. Whether you're a seasoned collector or just discovering the world of indie horology, this episode is not to be missed.
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Chapters00:00 - Intro01:40 - Wrist Check09:42 - Greg's intro to Journe14:51 - Discovering Journe's contemporaries18:44 - Greg's F.P. Journe Resonance Watch25:08 - Why did Journe make it and others not27:30 - Greg's Panerai Watch 34:00 - Miami collecting community36:25 - Greg's H. Moser Streamliner39:21 - Brands building community41:54 - Introducing Nore to F.P. Journe43:30 - Moser Streamliner Design45:14 - Mosers future47:50 - Shaping Gregs Collection49:12 - Next watch purchases50:42 - Collecting Journe and watching the boom52:19 - Outro