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Sylvain Berneron has gone from a side project to one of the hottest watch brands in the world. In this episode, he talks about allocating some of the most sought-after watches around and resisting outside investment while the brand grows.
When we first spoke to Sylvain in 2023, Berneron was a side hustle, and he had not formally launched a watch. Recent sales results have put the brand firmly in the spotlight. W
e talk about the realities of growing that fast, the challenge of deciding who gets the hottest pieces, and a few insights into the Fiasco, the third Berneron collection. Before the interview, Felix and Andy discuss the new Rolex Padellone, Andy's Moser Off-Grid and whether Panerai is becoming cool again.
Notes:
The Rolex Padellone (1:00)
Andy on the Moser Off-Grid (4:35)
Andy with the Moser Off-Grid
Is Panerai cool again? (9:12)
Interview with Sylvain Berneron (13:50)
Berneron Watches on Instagram
Sylvain Berneron on OT: in 2023
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Today's guest, Matt Oosthuizen, is one of the co-founders of Apiar, a UK-based watch brand that's the result of a passion not just for watches, but for experimenting with new technologies. Apiar, which debuted in 2023, is literally built different. Rather than following the traditional path, Apiar leans into additive manufacturing.
With cases and dials printed using 3D technology, Apiar makes designs that couldn't be achieved through traditional methods, and as Oosthuizen notes, it's a constantly evolving process as Apiar grows and the technology itself develops.
Beyond the innovation, Apier strives to use UK-based suppliers, resulting in watches quite unlike anything else out there.
Before chatting to Oosthuizen, Andy and Felix chat about IWC's anniversary Ingenieur and Chopard's Happy Diamonds.
Notes:
The IWC 50th Anniversary Ingenieur (2:00)
Chopard Happy Diamonds 50th (5:40)
Apiar Watches
Apiar Watches on Instagram
Interview with Matt Osshuizen (11:40)
Crystallised titanium (42:30)
Apiar in the NYT (46:39)
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Geneva Watch Days went from 7 brands to 70+ — and the releases didn't disappoint.
This week, Andy and Felix break down the highlights, the head-scratchers, and one very strategic Tudor surprise.
Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
4:20 A. Lange & Söhne Triple Split & 1815 Up/Down
6:12 Tudor Northflag GMT
10:05 Bvlgari Octo Finissimo Dual Time × Vianney Halter
14:19 Bvlgari Octo Finissimo Dazzle
16:10 Gallet joins the House of Brands
20:45 Zenith Chronomaster Solo Sport
23:46 Ming 57.05 Comet
25:45 Gérald Genta Geneva Minute Repeater Golden Obsidian
28:00 Daniel Roth Extra Plat Rose Gold Gilt
30:10 M.A.D.3 Vincent Calabrese
32:30 De Bethune DB25 Digitale
33:23 Perrelet Weekend Stone Dials
34:12 Oris ProPilot X Gonzo Edition
37:11 Frederique Constant Classics Moneta Handwinding
38:22 Czapek & Cie Quai des Bergues & Place Vendôme
39:45 Laurent Ferrier Classic Moon Dusk
Resources:
Phillips: Vianney Halter & Jeff Barnes — https://www.phillips.com/article/123896591/halter-barnes-antiqua-1990s-auction
The Hour Glass: Halter & Barnes — https://ovr.thehourglass.com/pages/halter-and-barnes
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Earlier this year, news dropped that Australia was getting its very own local version of Hodinkee, proving (among other things) the strength of the local watch scene. A few months on, the first issue of the Hodinkee Australia magazine has dropped, and it felt like the perfect time to chat to founding editor (and professional yapper), Jamie Weiss, about his journey in the watch world and how Hodinkee Australia is different to the OG masthead, along with plenty of inside baseball references.
Supported by Raymond Weil: This week's episode is proudly supported by Raymond Weil. Andy checks out the Millesime Small Seconds in this episode; check it out for yourself.
Notes:
Andy's take on the Raymond Weil Millesime (1:42)
Felix's thoughts on the Chopard Alpine Eagle (8:31)
The Hawk on Netflix (16:00)
Jamie Weiss interview (19:30)
Jamie Weiss on Instagramch
Hodinkee Australia
Hodinkee Australia on Instagram
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It's a big week on OT: The Podcast, and not just because Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce got married. It's a big week because we've got the charming co-founder of Atelier Wen back on, and this time he's talking about the evolution of the brand's offering and ethos, something embodied in the very impressive new Perception V3. Before that, Andy does some watch spotting, and Felix talks about Seiko and Blancpain.
 
This week's episode is supported by Atelier Wen. Find out more about their collections and the upcoming Perception V3 here:  
Notes:
Taylor Swift's wedding (3:40)

Bradley Cooper's IWC Big Pilot (5:34)

Andrew Garfield's IWC Ingenieur (8:20)

Felix checks out the Seiko HBF002J, HCC004J and HCC007J (11:00)

Blancpain updates the Villeret Ultraplate in 38mm models (15:34)

Interview with Robin Tallendier (19:22)  

Atelier Wen

Atelier Wen on Instagram

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