The Springbar Podcast

This week, Mike has some stuff to get off his chest.  Crystals and Lume and why we really shouldn't care about either of them - or should we?  You'll just have to listen and decide where you land on the subject.  Cheers!

This week, Mike & Joe have on guest collector Mike Compeau to discuss his unique collection of Giorgio Galli designed watches.  From Nautica to Timex to the new Timex Atelier watches.  This is a conversation shows that collecting goes beyond the dial.  We all have different ways of enjoying this hobby, and Mike has a very cool story.  All this and more, on this weeks episode.  Cheers!

We're starting the next 100 episodes in a very special way!  This week, we are joined by Ricard Callamaras from Accutron to dissect and discuss just how the Accutron electrostatic movement really works.  We also talk about the upcoming 314 tuning fork and where the future of Accutron is headed.  This is a fantastic conversation, especially for the techies!  Also, this will be a cross-platform...

This week we've got such a fun episode!  Michael Benavente joins us to help celebrate our 100th episode!  We talk about how it all started, the journey we've had and where we'll end up in the future.  Plus, a VERY SPECIAL announcement that you DON'T want to miss!!!  Thank you to everyone that has been part of our journey over the last 100 episodes!  This one is for you, Cheers!

This week, Mike & Joe get into a fun topic.  The small subcollection of watches that have started to emerge over our years of collecting.  Watches that don't necessarily fit our collecting theme, but have still managed to work their way into the soft spots in our heart.  Of course, Joe thinks Mike is wrong and tries to prove him wrong.  What ensues is a hilarious conversation between the...

This week, Mike & Joe have three extraordinary guests!  Susan Chandler, Sonia Breganti & Patty Schmoyer.  Each brings a unique perspective to the world of women's watches.  Marketing, product design and retail sales.  This is a conversation that has been a long time coming, and we couldn't have a better panel of ladies to have this conversation.  Very much a unisex conversation f...

This week, Mike & Joe select a few eBay listings that they think are either really cool, or good deals!   If they're still available, you can follow along our buy them yourself (but do it because you want to, not because we said so) Bonklip bracelet: https://ebay.us/m/Iq0N3v Caravelle 666 diver: https://ebay.us/m/LpxZQG Olma Super Compressor project watch: https://ebay.us/m/sZ6wSa Dumorea...

This week, Mike and Joe talk about some watches they were sent, for review.  Joe talks about two new watches from Markwell Watches, and Mike has the WindUp Chicago x Bulova Snorkel Limited Edition, courtesy of a valued listener!  Joe also talks about his time at the Minutes + Hours Los Angeles watch event.  Plus he also shares a very surprising hot take about Furlan Marri and Christopher Ward.   A...

This week, Mike & Joe discuss the apparent controversial topic of whether or not you should buy watches based solely on price, or if you should buy based on emotion and meaning.  As it seems, those who think less about price are apparently "disconnected from reality."  If you like the back-and-forth arguments between the boys, you'll love this episode.  All this and more, Cheers...

This week, Mike & Joe go down the rabbit hole of how many watches is too many watches.  Is there even such a thing?  You'll just have to listen and decide for yourself.  Cheers! 

This week, Michael Benavente is back, and he's bring a bunch of stuff with him!  New fall models, some talk about the recently announced Accutron 314 Tuning Fork, and... drum roll please... A brand new Caravelle release that we could not be more excited to be a part of!  All this and more, on this weeks episode!  Cheers!

This week, Joe traveled last minute to Fabulous Las Vegas for the new Accutron 314 tuning fork release party and for the Couture 2025 show.  He's got some stories to tell!  All this and more, on this weeks episode.  Cheers!

This week, Mike is on location and Joe is still in location.  Discussing reissues?  A topic discussed once before, but there's a few new things that should be brought to light.  All this and more, on this weeks episode.  Cheers!

Welcome back to part 2 of our interview with Carl Rosen.  Mike is MIA but Joe keeps things rolling.  Thanks for listening and we hope you've enjoyed this journey into Bulovas lost history! Cheers!

This week we have a very special guest.  Carl Rosen is the Bulova brand historian and former COO.   He worked for the company for 30 years and he's got some stories to tell.  If you don't learn something from this episode, I would be shocked!  We were extremely fortunate to be able to sit down with Carl for 2.5 hours, and so this is part 1 of 2.  Don't worry, you'll only have t...

This week, Mike & Joe discuss some things that really bug them about watches.   Do you agree with some of their complaints, or do you think they're totally wrong?  You'll just have to decide for yourself.  Also, Mike tries to convince Joe that he might actually like wearing a regulator watch.  Hmmm... all this and more, on this weeks episode! Cheers!

This week, Mike & Joe make their W&W 2025 Picks.  Plus, Mike praises Rolex?  Find out what he has to say, on this weeks episode.  Cheers!

This week, Mike and Joe tackle the topic of defining the term NOS (New Old Stock) along with Art (That's been an argument between the two for a long time.)  Also, is cannibalizing a watch acceptable for repairing another watch?  All this and more, on this weeks episode! Cheers!

This week, Mike & Joe welcome back Oliver from @watcheswitholiver as they go through some hot button topics pulled directly from their group chat .  It's a fun look into what goes on between friends.  Cheers! 

This week Mike & Joe are discussing the things they've learned from being part of the watch collecting hobby.  What its taught them, if its changed them and if they've grown more because of it.  All this plus Joe's recent "oops" purchase.  Cheers!

How do these two things go together?  Well, they don't  But this is what you get when Mike lets Joe pick a topic.  Joe really does make some good points though, so you should still listen to this episode.  If nothing else, its the same snarky entertainment you've grown to love!  Cheers!

This week Mike & Joe want to have a watch meet with our listeners.  We tell stories, answer questions and just have a good time with some watch talk at the bar.  Cheers!

This week is something special.  Michael Benavente is back on the show after a long absence and hes brought some new watches with him.  We have an exclusive look in to the Bulova Spring 2025 catalog, and discuss everything new and exciting that is coming out.  Including things that are being seen for the very first time!  Yes, this is a longer episode, but its worth it to be able to bring you this...

Hey Everybody!  This week, Mike and Joe tackle the Robb Report - "The 50 greatest watches of all time" and argue over why they believe some of those watches even belong on that list.  They also have some suggestions on what SHOULD have been on that list.  That and Mike gives his thoughts on the Bulova Mil-Ships.  All this and more, on this weeks episode.  Cheers!

This week, Mike & Joe review the year of both their personal collections and the podcast.  Reliving best purchases, favorite watches and favorite show moments.  All this and more on this weeks episode.  Happy Holidays, Happy New Year!  Thank you to everyone who has watched or listened.. We'll see you in 2025 - Cheers!