Two Broke Watch Snobs

Kaz and Mike can’t figure out the nuances of avian biodiversity in Washington and share some unfortunate roadkill stories. Seriously though, the watch talk starts...eventually. Oh, and you can finally enter to win the Seiko SKX007 2k follower giveaway! Go to twobrokewatchsnobs.com, scroll to the bottom, and sign up for the newsletter by filling out the form. That’s it! Mike finally shares some of...

Kaz goes on a shocking Taco Bell run only to find that today’s generation has completely lost touch with the concept of paper money. There’s no hope for humanity. Then the guys start talking watches...eventually. Shoutouts to @titillatingtimepieces and @danc21cy. You guys are awesome. Oh, and don’t worry, the TBWS intro will eventually get redone. Plus, the guys go over the details for their 2,000...

Kaz is still breathing in toxic fumes thanks to the 3D printing process and Mike tries to buy 6 IWC Big Pilot watches online. Kaz gives us another quick Rivkah updates and aims to have a working prototype ready and working for the wrist check on Episode #37. Wish him luck #watchfam! Mike spends some time with a Swatch Sistem51 he has had for a bit while discussing what a cool release it was when i...

Ab workouts on dial-up internet, tales from the neighborhood hardware store, and the arrival of Mike’s Toxic ShizNit. Finally! Kaz gives the #watchfam an awesome update on the progress of Rivkah Watches, which you guys are sure to enjoy. Plus, Mike finally followed his own advice from Episode #28 and pulls the trigger on a CWC Royal Navy Diver. The Mil-Sub hunt is over! Finally, the guys talk G-Sh...

A huge thank you to the #watchfam for all of your support! The Two Broke Watch Snobs finally hit 2k followers on Instagram. As a result...there will be a very special giveaway coming up soon. Also, huge shout out to The Bellingham Podcast for the kind words on their latest episode. Kaz is a Pokémon master and the Snobs reach out to the listeners for inside advice on legally establishing the busine...

Two Broke Avocado Connoisseurs! Yeah...the conversation got a bit derailed before it even started. Oh and Kaz shares his best “Predator” sound. Mike contemplates finally going for the Toxic ShizNit strap and the guys discuss some big news to hit the watch industry this week. Kaz also re-discovers a watch that he almost sold and falls in love all over again. Also, Mike has another kind of “Power Tr...

Congrats to user @tyrisclark! You’re the winner of the Two Broke Watch Snobs Heitis Quartz Chronograph giveaway. A huge THANK YOU to everyone who has supported the Two Broke Watch Snobs through Patreon! If you’d like to support more broke ass watch snobbery, improvements to the podcast, website, and more, please visit www.patreon.com/twobrokewatchsnobs Oh yeah, and Kaz is finally jobless! Hooray!...

Have you ever wondered why Dunkin’ Donuts gives you so many damn bags? Kaz does. The guys are still loving their new watches but Kaz gets in a super cool Janis Trading Co. Azores watch that he shares his thoughts on. Also, did you know that you can mail bees via USPS?! WTF.. The snobs talk about grey market vs. authorized dealers and boutiques. They share some great experiences, some bad experienc...

The dog is barking, the cats are jumping into the 3D printer, Kaz and Mike forget the fundamentals of the English language, and the snobs share some juicy details behind their latest watch giveaway contest. Listen in! It’s the episode 30 bonanza!!! Kaz and Mike both have new watches + soda has all of of your basic food groups. Trust these guys. They’re starving and dehydrated. Mike regretfully sug...

They said it couldn’t be done! The Snobs pick a handful of interesting vintage timepieces that can be had for well under $65. Mike has a new watch in for review and mixes up his space history. Kaz then shares yet another workplace tale that leaves him ready to hang his hat for good. Some watch industry news including a Bulova lawsuit that has gone relatively unnoticed. A huge thank you to everyone...

Kaz opens up about a rough (really rough) work week and shares something special with the #watchfam for the very first time. The guys talk 3D printing, watch manufacturing, and the end of Kaz’s #watchfast. Finally, the snobs share some of their favorite non-homage alternatives to some impossibly expensive grail watches. Edit: Due to a technical glitch while bouncing the session, our intro got cut...

Kaz gets a major dental bill scare and the guys contemplate the possibility of a post-wisdom tooth removal episode. Kaz is still #watchfasting hard with his Casio too….have mercy on his soul. The guys also reflect on their site being out for over a week now. Tink...we believe in fairies!!! Shoutout to @thejames80 for his #watchfast with the Seiko 6309. They then tackle the conundrum of watches pri...

It’s finally here! The site, www.twobrokewatchsnobs.com is now live so check it out! Kaz discovers the official #watchfam mating call in an awkward elevator encounter, Mike is severely wounded, and Kaz reluctantly takes up a new challenge. The guys then discuss the difficulties associated with starting up a watch-focused website while venting and sharing a few things they find disappointing in wat...

Mike's #watchfast is over! The team reflects back on Mike's experience only wearing one watch for a month and Mike reveals what watch he used to break his fast... And now that the dust has settled, Kaz is thinking of doing a #watchfast too with his Casio MDV106... any thoughts on whether he should do it #watchfam? Also, the team unveils a new segment inspired by you - our listeners! This will be t...

Baselworld is over! Kaz shares his troubles working with Gowron from Star Trek, Mike is drowning in spiders, and the guys try to figure out if Marilyn Manson performances are still a thing. Also, you can now join in on the Two Broke Watch Snobs wrist check fun by tagging @twobrokewatchsnobs in your wrist shots and using #twobrokewatchsnobs in your post. The guys will then pick three favorites to f...

Kaz and Mike share their opinions on some of the earliest Baselworld 2017 releases and actually find themselves excited about quite a few. Kaz can’t stop choking on his Thin Mints and finds himself floored by the new Frederique Constant Flyback Chronograph Manufacture. The guys also can’t seem to make sense of the newest Rolex Sea-Dweller. The snobs then go on to discuss the idea of watches that h...

Kaz goes on an epic journey to the Miami Seiko boutique to claim one of the coolest limited edition Seiko divers ever released. He covers the details of his buying experience, gets a chance to sample some real Japanese whiskey, and stresses the importance of developing a positive relationship with a brand that means so much to him. Meanwhile...Mike’s wrist is still starving after weeks of #watchfa...

Kaz and Mike discuss some of their very early Basel predictions as well as their indifference surrounding the upcoming show. Kaz's boss wants to plant his seed in him, we revisit the "chicken sandwich watch," and pray for some new offerings from Raketa. Mike is watch fasting with his SKX175 and we try to make sense of some of the rumors surrounding the limited edition 62MAS model that is apparentl...

The Two Broke Watch Snobs finally announce the winners of their 1k Follower Giveaway! Kaz and Mike discuss the difficulties and skills involved with picking up watch photography and find some great support in the watch community. Plus, the Snobs get into a candid discussion about their upcoming site launch and reach out to the #watchfam for feedback on what they would like to see on twobrokewatchs...

Super special guest Nick Harris from Orion watches joins Mike and Kaz! The group talks about the current status of microbrands in the US, seiko mods, and so much more. Plus, Nick discusses how his passion for horology started, his current experiences in watch making school, and what it's running your own watch brand - super fascinating source material insight into what it's like! The group also di...

The Two Broke Watch Snobs finally announce their 1k follower Giveaway! Listen in for details! Kaz and Mike dive deeper into the idea of the “cash-in-your-chips” watch. They talk about their picks and discuss some of the choices sent in by listeners over the past week. Also, they spend some time making a comparison to the fabled “One Watch” that so many collectors find themselves fascinated by. Kaz...

Kaz and Mike discuss exactly what types of watches (a diver, a chrono, ect.) would be necessary in the most basic, but fulfilling quintessential collection. Also, what types of watch categories are stand alone categories? Should certain watches even be considered a type of category? Plus, Kaz discusses the finer points of watch-to-testicle timepiece ownership - the only surefire way to properly cl...

Kaz and Mike sit down and really dig into the past and potential future of the Swiss Watch Industry. Specifically, the group discusses archaic marketing practices, product over saturation, layoffs, the Quartz Crisis, and a lot more. Other topics include Mike's experience with the Orion Field Standard, Kaz's puking/dying bird, "peacocking watches," and more. Oh, yea - and roaches wearing Rolexes......

Mike and Kaz get giddy talking about new watch purchases: Kaz picked up and Orient Star GMT (WZ0071DJ) and Mike got the Raven Trekker (RT07)! Also, the group talks about breaking the 1000 follower mark on Instagram! A big thanks to everyone that made that amazing growth possible. This episode also shares more details on our 1000 follower giveaway - keep an eye out for the official announcement soo...

This week's episode Mike and Kaz continue their journey into the world of affordable vintage watches - specifically, affordable vintage dive watches! Or, as Mike and Kaz would like to designate, dive watches you should never get wet (please for the love of everything holy do not attempt to dive with any of the vintage dive watches we mention on this week's episode!). We cover the expected conditio...