Fifth Wrist Radio

Honoured to speak with our first international special guest Rob Velasquez AKA "Spanish Rob". If you don't know who Spanish Rob is you have been living under a rock. We talk about all sorts from Micro brands to a discussion about Swatch ETA decisions and the evolution of the watch industry in the current environment. We had an absolute ball and can't thank Rob enough for making the time to speak t...

Rob and The Watch Regulator discuss more Swiss brands closing their doors, Swiss watch parts made in China and how we can take positives out of a crap situation by looking out for each other within our amazing community. The Regulator's tattoo supplied by @alyssadonlonart The Regulator's booze supplied by @jp_melbs Our Instagram picks  Rob: @oldwatchlady  The Watch Regulator: @charithsir To suppor...

Defining Time and The Watch Regulator discuss the alternatives to the Rolex Explorer, from brands that you may or may not expect. There is an inside baseball battle of the Omega Railmaster thrown in there for good measure. The Rolex Explorer is basically a perfect all rounder watch and has many people thinking it could be an "only watch". Versatile, robust and historically respected. This discussi...

Rob and The Watch Regulator discuss Swiss brand closing their doors and why sapphire watches are the absolute worst. Our Instagram picks Rob: @monochromewatches The Watch Regulator: @gamerwithoutapause

This episode is all about the pilots watch. We talk to Dale who is an actual commercial pilot and wears watches while flying planes for a living. It's a perfect match. From photography to drifting cars, its a fun conversation. The challenge was set to find 2 pilot watches each on eBay. 1 sub 1k and the other sub 10k. Some very interesting choices.  Pilot Watches on eBay under AUD$1,000.00 The Watc...

Rob and The Watch Regulator discuss the never ending stream of limited edition releases from the big brands and Rob talks about his anglage training at Audemars Piguet. Our Instagram picks Rob: @suzannewongxx The Watch Regulator: @abrod520

We meet watchmaker and clock repairer Oliver from OBR Horology here in Adelaide. Oliver talks about his time training overseas with Richard and Maria Habring, Sinn, Benzinger and Dornbluth & Son to mention a few. He talks about his favourite calibers to work on, how it all began on the journey to being a watchmaker and how he ended up with a GUILLOCHE machine in his workshop. Sit back, relax and e...

This week, Irwin and I discuss the iconic designs of the Rolex Submariner and the Porsche 911. Remaining subjectively unchanged through the years. We talk about the subtle changes over the years for this special car and watch and what are the similarities from their history. If you love cars and watches you'll enjoy the show.  Grail Watch and Grail Porsche: Irwin: 1959 Rolex Submariner 5512 x 1967...

We have Martin back for Part 2 talking about his experiences at Baselworld and SIHH over the years. Some of his highs and lows of the events. Given we recorded this on the 1st of March, it was time to break out our favourite Perpetual Calendars.  These were our Perpetual Calendar choices: The Watch Regulator - Cartier Perpetual Calendar Tourbillon Platinum Defining_Time - Habring2 Perpetual Doppel...

 Today we are joined by Martin Goh who has spend many years in the industry. We get deep into what it's like being an enthusiast in the Retail watch environment and his take on how to treat the sales assistant when buying a watch.  Anthony's Favourite Review from the Fifth Wrist website: A Reverso with a Modern Twist People to go follow on instagram:   The Watch Regulator - gmtplus10 Defining_Time...

Rob and The Regulator are joined by the recently unemployed Miss Longines. Our Instagram picks Rob: @wheels_and_watches The Watch Regulator: @steerpike999 Miss Longines: @misslongines

This episode, Defining Time and The Watch Regulator shift the conversation to the Holy Trinity. Patek Philippe, Vacheron Constantin and Audemars Piguet. If they could only have 1 from each house, money no object, basically hopes and dreams, what would they choose? It's a lot of fun to dream, especially when you can choose anything you want.  Birth Year 1955 Vintage Challenge Defining_Time:  Omega...

Subscribe to the show on Google, Apple, Spotify and all other podcast players. On this episode of The Defining Time Show, Anthony from @defining_time  is joined by Alex @thewatchregulator. Alex and Anthony discuss their favourite reviews from the site and the watches are pretty far apart in terms of price and function. We also get into a conversation relating to one of the review writers and...

Take a dive into our picks from the 1990's. These are some of the under appreciated and nearly vintage watches that deserve a bit more attention. Some are starting to shoot up in value and they are definitely off the beaten track and into the world of different and quirky. Alex cheated and didn't follow the rules which is not surprising. Defining_Time: Chopard L.U.C. 1.96 1860 Limited Edition Breg...

This week we have a chat with the legend that is Dimi AKA The Chunky Wrist. A look into his thought process on how he buys watches. Dimi has a keen eye for photography and is able to share his passion with his daughters which we found to be an inspiring way to bond with them. Then Alex and Dimi go head to head with this weeks battle: Vintage Rolex vs Vintage Omega. Which one is better?  The Watch...

Today we talk about the hot topic of alternatives to the Rolex Submariner. With the hyped prices and lack of inventory in AD's, it's timely to see what else we can think of. We talk about our top picks and where we would look and think you should look if considering the mighty Sub. It's everything from JLC to Ulysse Nardin and Blancpain to Alex delivering a winner takes all with a vintage Omega. ...

Defining Time and The Watch Regulator are back to share some essential tips on doing your due diligence before purchasing a watch. Plus we also share some personal experiences of when things didn't go exactly to plan. For more tips from experienced collectors and watchmakers check out The Ultimate Watch Buying Guide Our favourite reviews from the Fifth Wrist website: The Watch Regulator - Seiko Ma...

On this episode of the Rob & The Regulator Show, we have another look in Rob's watchmaker drawers and then talk about how important it is for everyone to follow their dreams, especially when you work in a passionate industry. Topics Rob takes the time to explore his watchmaking bench and the treasures that are hidden within. Any watchmaker will be able to tell you that they never throw anythin...

On this episode of the Rob & The Regulator Show, Rob and Alex discuss new watch releases and industry predictions. We talk about Ming Watches and the value they represent to watch enthusiasts. We also get into the new Breitling AVI REF. 765 1953 RE-EDITION and why Breitling might finally be getting back on the right track.  The guys then go on to make predictions about the watch industry...

Topics On this episode of the Rob & The Regulator Show, Rob and Alex talk about the difference between cheap and expensive watches. We are still not sure if they actually covered any of that but you should listen anyway. Instagram Recommendations from the community for this episode: Rob: @the_naked_watchmaker The Watch Regulator: @sgtudorboy1988 Go check out their profiles and give them a foll...

Welcome to the pilot episode of Fifth Wrist Radio. On this episode of The Defining Time Show, Anthony from @defining_time  is joined by Alex @thewatchregulator Alex is the President of fifthwrist.com and a watch technician for the Swatch Group. So he is well placed to be able to discuss the attention grabbing new Ed White 321 reissue chronograph by Omega. We get into the history and legacy of the...