The 1916 Company Podcast

Tim and Armand are obviously incredibly involved with the pre-owned watch world, but that's not to say there's not still reasons to buy a new watch. In this episode, they take a look at all the reasons a watch collector might consider new over pre-owned. They dig into the case for buying new: no DPO (Dreaded Previous Owner) to worry about, no over-polishing surprises, and the chance to build a real relationship with an authorized dealer; so check out the full episode for the entire discussion!

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00:00 Introduction

00:50 Milestone Watch Buys: New or Pre-Owned?

03:21 "DPO": Dreaded Previous Owner

09:46 Watch Polishing, Laser Welding, and When is Too Much

14:49 Building a Relationship with an Authorized Dealer

20:37 New Watches from Independent Watches

26:47 New and Pre-Owned Watch Warranties

33:10 Watch Community Events and Clubs

37:47 The "New Watch Guy"

Tim and Armand dive into the world of independent watchmaking and the brands that thrive outside the mainstream spotlight. They explore the distinct appeal of the accessible sophistication of NOMOS and Sinn to the high-concept "mechanical sorcery" found in Hautlence and Reservoir. By highlighting the unique character and technical risks these smaller makers take, they showcase why brands like Fortis and Marco Lang deserve a spot in any serious collector’s conversation. Tune in for a deep dive into the innovation, value, and personality that make the independent scene so vital to the watch world.

Shop brands featured here:

NOMOS: https://www.the1916company.com/watches/nomos-glashutte/

Sinn: https://www.the1916company.com/pre-owned/sinn/

Oris: https://www.the1916company.com/watches/oris/

Zeitwinkel: https://www.the1916company.com/pre-owned/zeitwinkel/

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0:00 Introduction: Tim vs. Oasis

2:17 NOMOS

9:34 Sinn

14:18 Fortis

23:17 Dan Royter

26:51 Marco Lang

28:14 Hautlence

31:48 Fears

33:41 Reservoir & Automotive-Inspired Watches 

36:49 Oris Aquis Divers

38:18 Mühle Glashütte

40:04 Zeitwinkel 

43:18 Oris Artelier Calibre 113

45:39 App Promo

Tim and Armand take a deep dive into IWC, tracing the brand's heritage, identifying the turning point that defined its modern era, and sharing their all-time favorites from across the catalog. They break down the history of the Ingenieur, reflect on the enduring success of the Pilot's Watch line, and examine how the 2017 Da Vinci reboot shifted the conversation around the brand. The episode closes with a look back at some of IWC's most compelling chapters, including the Porsche Design collaborations and the mega complications of the 1990s.

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00:00 App Promo

01:00 Introduction

01:50 When Did IWC Turnaround Start?

08:40 Favorite 2000-2018 Releases

14:21 How the Da Vinci Changed Releases

17:04 Recent Releases

29:51 Favorites from IWC’s Past

39:44 Porsche Design Watches and Vintage Ingenieur

48:43 Mega Complication Watches

54:59 The Ingenieur Pocket Watch

Tim and Armand are reacting to all things Watches & Wonders 2026 as they return to the podcast studio for the first time since the show. They discuss some of their favorites releases, breakdown the trends they’re seeing, and give their thoughts on novelties across brands like Zenith, Tudor, Cartier, and more. Watch the entire episode to hear all of their opinions!

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0:00 App Promo

1:00 Introduction

1:30 Patterns and Trends of Watches & Wonders 2026

4:06 Vacheron Overseas Dual-Time Cardinal Points

5:28 Zenith G.F.J.

6:51 The Rise of "Ultra-Watches"

8:38 Patek Philippe

9:57 Tudor

12:13 NOMOS

12:49 Cartier

20:33 Vacheron Overseas 2500V vs. 2000V

23:29 Lange 1 Tourbillon Perpetual Calendar "Lumen"

24:16 Oris & NOMOS Bring Back Green Dials

29:50 Thoughts on IWC Releases

38:59 Chopard

42:51 Hautlence

46:43 Grand Seiko "Ushio" Diver

51:09 H. Moser & Cie.

57:05 Tim and Armand's Best in Show

Tim and Armand use their experience in the watch industry to explain to listeners the true ins and outs of working in the luxury watch field. They examine the life of a client advisor, what it takes to be a watchmaker, and the funny stories they've encountered along the way. If you've ever been interested in a career in the industry, this episode has all the details!

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