Life & Watches with Horology Republic

Larry and Zachary sit down to discuss the AP collab now that everyone and anyone has offered their opinions. What made it work? What turned us off to watches, and what could be done in the future. Who would we be surprised to see a collab with in the future? AND Who shouldn't EVER do one of these bioceramic collaborations? We talk all things like that and explore a few of the finer points of what...

Larry and Zachary sit down to talk about some of the releases from Watches & Wonders 2026. Some were hits, some were misses, but overall the designs showed restraint (for the most part) and display an evolving watch culture centered around the push and pull of Swiss executives and the consumers they pretend to listen to. As always follow us: @horologyrepublic | @psywarwristcheck Music by Anno...

Zac and Larry return to discuss integrated sports watches through the lens of IWC. The Ingenieur: Does it belong? Is it kind of an oddball? Could it simply be relegated to an also-ran? We unpack this and discuss what it means to have this particular model in IWC's catalog these days when the integrated sports watch has seen a resurgence and even another slight fading back into relative obscurity....

Zac and Larry sit down in a mostly unscripted episode to discuss what makes a thoughtful watch move when planning your next purchase. Is it the name? Is the material? Is it something else? We took a look at what it means to each of us to make a decision not based on external hype and instead, focus on what matters to us as individual collectors. We also discussed some recent releases and how they...

Larry and Zac dive into the week's shenanigans with the discussion of the "Swatchtona" they posted jointly. What was funny? What were the negative comments? Would the Swatch Group and Rolex EVER made something like this which we all know would break the internet? We discuss this in detail and ponder what our alternate-universe selves think in the one other universe where this actually exists. Eith...

Summer is indeed in full swing and getting everyone together to record weekly isn't as easy these days, so we hit you with over TWO HOURS of fun discussion. Larry, Brian, and Zachary get together on a gorgeous summer's night to talk a few things over relating to the watch journey we've been on together all year. First up, is box and papers essential to watch collecting OR is it just a nice to have...

NOTE: Since it's summer, there is some travel involved and the usual microphone setup was unavailable. Little different audio this time on Zac's end, but we made it work and made some content for you to enjoy nonetheless. We ran with Larry's question: Is the Aqua Terra a baby Piaget Polo? Maybe, maybe not. If you're a die-hard AT fan, this could be an abrasive question because most OMEGA guys are...

Zachary, Brian, and Mi Nam explore whether Summer 2025 is the summer of GOLD. Since many in our circles seem to be eyeing solid gold pieces this season, we wondered if it's actually something that's hot right now or if it's one of those "if you want a red car, you see red cars everywhere" types of things. From sporty gold to dressy, we examine what gold might have to do with this season's "in" wat...

In this episode, Zac and Brian take on bracelet fatigue —the seasonal shift from steel to straps—and ask some of the intriguing community-driven “Would You Rather?” questions we’ve seen in forums and groups lately. From choosing between a box-less grail and a flawless Tudor to deciding whether to beach your gold watch or baby it at home, we’re diving into the practical and the philosophical sides...

Zac and Larry sit down with special guests Yan from @yandretti and Mi Nam, co-founder and wrist enthusiast at large of the famed Sketchy Boyz Watch Club. Discussing pieces from Rado to Rolex, we talked with a fellow watch lovers about what makes a good collab. Is CW making pieces for everyone or is the Bel Canto a Magnum Opus? We took a look at what it meant to have pieces in the $1000 range on up...

Larry and Zac pick out their choices for what to wear during Summer 2025. From the easier-to-afford side of the market to things which might require a little more working capital and patience, we named our choices for summer watches. But what exactly is a summer watch? Well, we took a look at why we think these choices fit the bill and what about them lends to this decision. While any watch could...

The regular crew shuffles in to talk about whether CW bringing more "high horology" concepts to the masses will work out in the long term or if it's just a jazzed up piece. Are they pushing the envelope of what's possible at lower pricing? Are they growing as a company? Is anyone even trying to make any money on these or is it just complaining all over the internet? We take a look and unpack wheth...

Zac and Brian discuss the recent trip Zac made to the Rolex AD where he heard some confirming statements about how some of these watches get allocated. While the takeaway seems pretty fair, it still is interesting to hear it from the source and understand what goes into actually getting the call. With that, though, we explored how that makes some people (Zac) look elsewhere in the secondary market...

Well, all the journalists have left Geneva for another year as Watches & Wonders 2025 comes to a close in the next day or so. We've covered all we wanted to address with this event's new releases so Brian and Zac pick their favorite release of the festival and share why they chose those pieces. What was your favorite roll-out? Was the Land-Dweller the big hit everyone may have thought it was o...

Who brought some innovation to the avocation this year? We unpack our picks for which brands brought something fun, new, and groundbreaking to the table. While not every brand is capable of pushing the envelope, we explore which ones we believe brought something other than a dial color update. Tariffs - the ugly word which means an extra 31% on ANYTHING coming from Switzerland. Love these or hate...

So now that the dust has effectively settled in Geneva, we explore whether the steam has run out for the show. Sure, all the people with appointments need to file through in the days after the big reveals, but we couldn't help but ponder if, by lunchtime on Wednesday, the bottom had dropped out. We also take a look at what the trade show really is and how it's evolved ever so slightly from the Bas...

Larry and Zac sit back down to talk about a few watches they missed yesterday which were noteworthy. We toyed with the idea of if the steam has run out of the show by lunchtime on day 2 and will explore that in more detail tomorrow! We also talk about the watch journey since W&W is all about discovering new things. We explored a few of our own choices that keep us looking to what's new and wha...

Zac and Larry go over their Watches and Wonders 2025 Day 1 picks. What made the grade? Well, you'll have to listen and see. We're making a quick hit episode every night to chat about what goes on each day of Watches and Wonders starting with today! Some hot takes, some dark horses, some weird ideas, it's all here for you to enjoy and discover as we venture into the year's new releases from top bra...

Episode 10! For TEN WHOLE weeks, we've been sitting down and exploring the watch journey together. From navigating prices, to going to the AD, we've taken a look at what gets people into watches and what can keep us coming back. So, for Episode 10, we discuss getting into pieces that are vintage, neo-vintage, or brand new. Which would you go for? As anyone who's ever played 90s Oregon Trail might...

Tyler joins Zac and Brian this week to discuss a topic which comes across many of the areas we frequent: aftermarket straps. Do you go in on the cheap side? Shell out for the good stuff? Do you stick with brands you know or try something new? Do you even stray from OEM? We unpack this topic and explore some options for those folks who may not be quite sure how to choose an aftermarket strap. There...

Larry and Zac give some advice on what to do when you're making the first trip to the AD to try on the watches you've been drooling over. We share our experiences and insights into making the trip, trying on that piece you've been lusting after for so long, and keeping an open mind while you browse. After all, if you're already there, you might as well try on everything that catches your eye! But,...

The regular crew of Zac, Larry, and Brian unpack some good ways to get into watches for those who are looking for a place to begin. While one can start with the Casio and Timex offerings, the crew takes a look at a few other brands which one can use as the jumping off point to finally step into watches. As always, the conversation doesn't linger solely on one brand or one style but evolves as new...

Zachary, Larry, and Brian explore what separates "ordinary" luxury watches from truly high-end pieces. Is it the finishing of the movement? Exclusive dial colors? Or, could it be something else altogether - whether or not the pieces bespoke? We take a look at what we think separates the usual suspects from something truly special and examine whether it's all in the movement or all in the wrist...o...

The regular crew (Brian, Larry, and Zachary) sit down to talk about which watch they'd take on a quick winter getaway - whether to somewhere warm or to a ski trip. We also discuss a few...issues we've seen from some very prominent brands which continue to tell the watch enthusiasts that they offer an experience second to none. Perhaps this is true if you're into some drama with your timepiece? May...

Welcome back!  Here on Episode 4, we're sitting down to discuss how watches from brands like Louis Vuitton, Montblanc, Bulgari, and Cartier have come up with some seriously interesting and heavy-hitting pieces.  Gone are the days when your simple LV handbag purchase might net you a fun, if uninspired timepiece.  In-house movements, the thinnest watches yet made, and pen/jewelry comp...