Wrist Enthusiast Radio

Craig, Derek and Ben talk about their wristwatch pet peeves. Should all watches have microadjustments? Should any brands use leather straps with an embossed alligator pattern? Are limited editions of thousands of pieces truly limited? The guys share these pet peeves plus many others.   Watch the full video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/TMz5fxBQNWI   For Watch News, Reviews and Buying guides: https:...

Craig, Derek and Ben vintage watches vs. modern watches. Is the scarcity of vintage watches artificial? How do you know you are getting the real deal? What are the advantages of a modern watch? And, the guys just talk generally about the pros and cons of both modern and vintage watches. Many hot takes are shared! Share your own in the comments!   Watch the full video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/e...

Craig, Derek and Ben discuss the most polarizing watch brands and give their opinions. What do they think of perennial punching bag Hublot? How about Jacob & Co. and Richard Mille? Are they worth the hype? The guys even discuss Invicta (gasp). Are they good value watches? What do you think?   Watch the full video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/814AGifo_Mg   For Watch News, Reviews and Buying guides:...

Wrist Enthusiast started a watch brand! After over a year in development, Craig and Wrist Enthusiast launched Wren, Wrist Enthusiast's house watch brand. The first watch, the Swiss made Diver One Aqua, is a dive watch with all details an enthusiast would want, like sandwich dial, box crystal, flat link bracelet and stunning aqua dial. But how did the idea for Wren come about? And what were some of...

Another shake-up at the Wrist Enthusiast Radio podcast. Derek Mon, better known as @minutemon joins the pod as a regular. In this episode, Derek introduces himself, and discusses his watch journey. This includes both his work at his family's authorized watch retailer, Carat & Co., as well as his social media alter ego, @minutemon. The guys then discuss the evolving landscape of watch social media,...

Kevin O'Leary stopped by to show Craig, founder of Wrist Enthusiast, some of the crazy watches in his collection and to talk watches. Mr. Wonderful discussed his collecting journey, watches as investments, as well as the watch market as a whole. Craig also shared some watches with the Shark Tank star, including the brand new Fleming Series One and some pieces from watch retailer European Watch Com...

Craig, Travis and Ben discuss watches as investments, including the case for and against investing in watches (with special guest Karel from Barrelhand joining for another episode). The guys highlight the challenges and risks involved in investing in watches. They also discuss the influence of Crypto and NFTs on the watch market and the role of secondary market dealers in watch prices. The guys al...

This week Karel Bachand, founder of Barrelhand, joins Craig, Travis and Ben on the Pod. They discuss the big news, that part of Barrelhand's next watch project, the Monolith, recently landed on the moon. Karel also tells the guys why he decided to make the ultimate tool watch, a watch that was made to go to the Moon and beyond.   To read our Watch Guides, Reviews, Watch Spotting and more: https://...

This week, Craig, Travis, and Ben get personal and discuss their next big (planned) watch purchase. Craig is conflicted and needs advice, Ben has a good idea of what he wants, and Travis…well of course he has three watches already on his list. Hit play to hear the guys talk TAG Heuer, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Cartier and more!   To read our Watch Guides, Reviews, Watch Spotting and more: https://www.wris...

Season 2 of Wrist Enthusiast Radio is here with some big changes! Craig and Travis are back, but Ben (of Ben's Watches on TikTok and Instagram) joins as a regular. Listen as Ben dives into his journey into watch collecting and the guys discuss their favorite watch releases of 2023. Do you agree with their picks?   To read our Watch Guides, Reviews, Watch Spotting and more: https://www.wristenthusi...

This week on Wrist Enthusiast Radio, Craig interviews Edouard Meylan, the CEO and co-owner of one of the most exciting independent watch brands, H. Moser & Cie from the brand's new lounge in New York City. Craig and Eduoard discuss the reason for opening the lounge, the future of the brand, and the brand's interesting contribution (along with MB&F) to Only Watch 2023.   Tour of Moserland:  https:/...

This week on Wrist Enthusiast Radio, Craig, Travis, and Adrian become history buffs. For many enthusiasts, there is something romantic about great watches being worn by historical figures or worn during historical feats. The guys talk through their favorite historical pieces and the important people that wore them.   To read our Watch Guides, Reviews, Watch Spotting and more:  https://www.wristent...

In this week's episode, Craig, Travis, and Adrian talk about building a watch collection. Whether you are just getting into the hobby or have been collecting for years, there are often certain patterns and principals enthusiasts follow when building their dream collection. They talk through watch versatility, having a daily driver, and the key question: To dress watch or not to dress watch?   To r...

Everyone loves Rolex. But for many, the crown is not obtainable, either because of lack of availability or sky high prices. This week, Craig and Travis discuss Rolex alternatives. The guys discuss some great alternatives to iconic Rolex watches, including the Submariner, Daytona and Datejust. These Rolex alternatives are from brands all over the spectrum, including Omega, Tudor, Zenith and even Ci...

This week Craig and Travis discuss vintage-inspired watches. Over the past 5-10 years, the watch industry has seen an influx of watch models inspired by timepieces of the past. Brands like Tudor have led the way with Black Bay, but there are a lot of great microbrands that have created interesting takes on modern watches with vintage design elements. Craig and Travis also discuss whether they are...

This week is all about jet setting. Craig, Travis, and Adrian talk about the ever romantic travel watch—what makes a watch such a great travel companion, what specs and features make it voyage worthy, and the thought that goes into packing watches for a trip around the world or down to the beach. Plus stick around for bloopers after the show!   To read our Watch Guides, Reviews, Watch Spotting and...

On this week's episode, Craig travels to Henley-on-Thames, England, home of Bremont Watches to interview the new Bremont CEO, Davide Cerrato. Craig and Davide discuss what makes Bremont so special and Davide's plans for the brand. Once back home in the U.S.A., Craig discusses the trip with Adrian and Travis and gives his takeaways from the exclusive interview.   To read our Watch Guides, Reviews,...

On this week's episode Craig, Travis, and Adrian talk about Microbrands. They discuss what makes them so interesting to many enthusiasts, and list some of their favorite Microbrand watches on the market today.  To read our Watch Guides, Reviews, Watch Spotting and more:  https://www.wristenthusiast.com Follow us on Social Media: Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/wristenthusiast Facebook: https...

Here's to new shows! Join Craig (Founder), Travis (Editor-in-Chief) and Adrian (Creative Producer) on this inaugural episode of Wrist Enthusiast Radio. On this episode, Craig and Travis talk about the history of wristenthusiast.com, what got them into watches, and reveal the most important watch in their collection. To read our Watch Guides, Reviews, Watch Spotting and more: https://www.wristenthu...