n this episode of Wrist Check Pod, Charity Mhende of Pulse on The Wrist joins Perri and Rashawn as a guest co-host to chat with Kristen Shirley, founder of La Patiala. Kristen shares how her platform has become a go-to resource for everything luxury, from fashion and watches to travel and lifestyle. She discusses her approach to simplifying complex industry terms and how she educates her audience across all categories of the luxury landscape. Tune in for an insightful conversation about demystifying luxury and making it more accessible to everyone! This episode is powered by Bezel. A platform for luxury watches, where you can buy, sell, trade, and even bid on watches up for auction. Follow the links below for more. ⁠⁠⁠Shop 18,000+ watches at get bezel.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Download the Bezel app⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SUBSCRIBE to get the latest Wrist Check Pod content⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop our latest collaboration with WOLF 1834, The Shuttle Travel Case available ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on TikTok⁠⁠ Chapters 00:00 - Intro 01:23 - Honorary Wrist Check 04:55 - Get Bezel 05:32 - Becoming a luxury writer 07:57 - The inspiration behind La Patiala 09:20 - Creating the watch encyclopedia 11:07 - How the luxury market has changed 13:26 - Which brands are doing a good job 15:09 - Bezel Auctions 15:27 - WCP Travel Case 16:02 - Kristen shares her dads Patek Philippe 17:20 - Investing in watches 20:14 - Philosophy on collecting 24:41 - Trends at Watches & Wonders 30:10 - Reissuing the watch encyclopedia 31:30 - Women and Gen Z 36:22 - Special Request 38:10 - Vision for La Patiala --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wrist-check-pod/support

In this episode of the Wrist Check Podcast, Perri and Rashawn travel to Geneva, Switzerland, to meet with Pierre Biver of Biver Watches. They dive into the founding of the brand alongside his father, the legendary Jean-Claude Biver, and explore how they've built a unique identity through innovative product design. The conversation touches on their business strategy, the core principles driving their culture, and the significance of creating timepieces with the intention of lasting for generations. Tune in for an inside look at the values and vision behind one of the most exciting new brands in horology. This episode is powered by Bezel. A platform for luxury watches, where you can buy, sell, trade, and even bid on watches up for auction. Follow the links below for more. ⁠⁠⁠Shop 18,000+ watches at get bezel.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Download the Bezel app⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SUBSCRIBE to get the latest Wrist Check Pod content⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop our latest collaboration with WOLF 1834, The Shuttle Travel Case available ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on TikTok⁠ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wrist-check-pod/support

Welcome to WCP Weekly, your go-to bi-weekly update on everything happening in the watch industry, hosted by Wrist Check Podcast duo Perri and Rashawn. Join us as we dive into the world of horology, covering the latest new releases, major industry news, the pulse of the secondary market, watches making waves in pop culture, and exclusive behind-the-scenes intel before it goes public. In this week's episode, the guys reunite after Perri’s return from Geneva Watch Days in Switzerland, where they discuss exciting new releases from Jacob & Co. and H. Moser & Cie, Perri’s experience at an intimate event hosted by Michael Friedman, and how watch collecting is emerging as a mainstream cultural phenomenon. Plus, they break down the controversy surrounding Soulja Boy's fake Patek Philippe Nautilus! This episode is powered by Bezel. A platform for luxury watches, where you can buy, sell, trade, and even bid on watches up for auction. Follow the links below for more. ⁠⁠Shop 18,000+ watches at get bezel.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Download the Bezel app⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SUBSCRIBE to get the latest Wrist Check Pod content⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop our latest collaboration with WOLF 1834, The Shuttle Travel Case available ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on TikTok⁠ Chapters 00:00 - Intro 00:31 - Rashawn's Wrist Check 01:57 - Perri's Wrist Check 04:46 - Get Bezel Today 05:22 - Geneva Watch Days Recap 07:13 - Visiting the Jacob & Co Boutique 15:55 - Michael Friedman Private Event 18:15 - Jonesing for a Daniel Roth 19:53 - Honorable Mentions: Vacheron and Oris 22:29 - WCP Travel Case 23:04 - Bezel Auctions 23:22 - H. Moser x Material Good Piece Unique 24:53 - Watch Collecting Going Mainstream 27:21 - Moser will be an industry game changer 28:49 - Moser x Studio Underdog Collar 34:12 - MoonSwatch Now Available Online 36:00 - Soulja Boy Gets Caught with Fake Patek Phillippe 41:03 - Outro Keywords: luxury watches, rolex, hodinkee, luxury timpieces, wrist check, grey market, grand seiko, omega, Paris, olympics, rolex, bezel, the watch market, collecting watches, patek Philippe, hodinkee radio, Soulja boy, h moser, studio underdog, moonswatch, moon swatch, Daniel Roth, micheal Friedman, Vacheron, oris, Geneva watch days, fake watches, rapper watches 688.721 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wrist-check-pod/support

*Episode Title: Watch World Shake-Up: Hodinkee’s Big Move, Rolex CPO Impact, & Summer 2024 Releases!* In this episode of Wrist Check Podcast, Perri and Rashawn gather in their new studio (still under construction) to dive into the latest happenings in the watch world. From Hodinkee's shocking decision to sell off their pre-owned business and Ben Clymer's heartfelt message about getting back to basics, to the impact of Rolex's Certified Pre-Owned program on the collector’s experience—there's a lot to unpack. Rashawn offers a firsthand look at the current state of the market through the eyes of his clients, while Perri keeps us updated on the latest watch releases from Grand Seiko and Omega during the Paris Olympics. The conversation doesn’t stop there! The guys wrap things up by sharing their personal philosophies on collecting, offering a unique perspective for both seasoned collectors and newcomers alike. Whether you're into luxury timepieces or just want to stay informed on the latest industry trends, this episode has it all. Tune in now to Wrist Check Podcast—you won’t want to miss it! This episode is powered by Bezel. A platform for luxury watches, where you can buy, sell, trade, and even bid on watches up for auction. Follow the links below for more. ⁠⁠Shop 18,000+ watches at get bezel.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Download the Bezel app⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SUBSCRIBE to get the latest Wrist Check Pod content⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop our latest collaboration with WOLF 1834, The Shuttle Travel Case available ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on TikTok⁠⁠ Chapters 00:00 - Intro 00:40 - Wrist Check 02:25 - Hodinkee 11:17 - Bezel Auction 11:35 - State of the watch market 15:21 - The impact of Rolex Certified Preowned 20:00 - New Releases: Grand Seiko 28:43 - Omega Paris Olympics Releases 35:32 - Different approaches on collecting Keywords: luxury watches, rolex, hodinkee, luxury timpieces, wrist check, grey market, grand seiko, omega, Paris, olympics, rolex, bezel, the watch market, collecting watches, patek Philippe, hodinkee radio --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wrist-check-pod/support

In this episode of the Wrist Check Podcast, the crew visits renowned entrepreneur and grey market dealer Roman Sharf at Luxury Bazaar, an online luxury watch retailer. The episode kicks off with an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of the Luxury Bazaar facility, where viewers get an inside look at the operation and meet the dedicated team that keeps everything running smoothly. Along the way, the crew explores some of the unique and fascinating artifacts from luxury watch memorabilia to an F1 Race Car in the middle of the office, and more Roman has collected over the years, adding an extra layer of intrigue to the visit. The episode then dives into an in-depth sit-down interview with Roman Sharf, where he opens up about his journey from immigrating to the United States as a child to becoming a major player in the luxury watch business. Roman discusses his early days in the industry, the importance of family values, pivoting to creating content as a means of scaling his business, and much more. This episode is a must-watch for anyone interested in luxury watches, entrepreneurship, and the grey market. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wrist-check-pod/support

Title: Exploring Luxury Watches with Ini Archibong: H. Moser & Cie, Patek Philippe, F.P. Journe, Rolex & More! Description: In this episode of the Wrist Check Podcast, hosts Perri and Rashawn sit down with renowned industrial designer Ini Archibong during their visit to Geneva, Switzerland, for the prestigious luxury watch trade show, Watches and Wonders. They delve into Ini's unique design philosophy and his passion for collecting high-end timepieces from iconic brands such as H. Moser & Cie, Patek Philippe, F.P. Journe, and Rolex. Ini also shares the story behind his collaboration with the luxury Parisian brand Hermès, creating a stunning wristwatch right after graduating from design school. Plus, get an inside scoop on his exciting new project with hip-hop legends Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg, as they team up to launch their new adult beverage, Gin and Juice. Join us for an insightful conversation about luxury watches, design, and creativity! This episode is powered by Bezel. A platform for luxury watches, where you can buy, sell, trade, and even bid on watches up for auction. Follow the links below for more. ⁠Shop 18,000+ watches at get bezel.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Download the Bezel app⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SUBSCRIBE to get the latest Wrist Check Pod content⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop our latest collaboration with WOLF 1834, The Shuttle Travel Case available ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on TikTok⁠ Chapters 00:00 - Intro 02:07 - Rashawn Wrist Check 04:20 - Perri Wrist Check 05:46 - Bezel 06:23 - Ini Wrist Check 08:20 - Path to Switzerland 10:10 - Design Philosophy 13:34 - Designing with Empathy 16:19 - Appreciation for watch design 19:28 - F.P. Journe Chronometre Souverain Black Label 26:20 - Bezel Auction 27:13 - Journe's Design Language 31:36 - Slim d'Hermès 34:35 - Working with Hermès 37:29 - Designing the Galop d'Hermès 52:22 - Designing for Dr. Dre and Snoop 58:15 - Outro Keywords: luxury watches, Ini Archibong, Watches and Wonders, H. Moser & Cie, Patek Philippe, F.P. Journe, Rolex, Hermès, luxury timepieces, wristwatch design, Gin and Juice, Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, high-end watches, watch collection, watch trade show, design philosophy, Wrist Check Podcast, high-end timepieces, watch history, watch reviews, talking watches. 688.721 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wrist-check-pod/support

In this episode of Wrist Check Pod, the guys catch up with Los Angeles native and creative, Matthew Baus, co-founder of the Bad Habit music label. Known for acts like The NBHD, G-Eazy, and Burna Boy, Matthew shares his journey to success, from founding the label to discovering Nigerian Afrobeats music sensation Burna Boy. They dive into his introduction to watch collecting, discussing iconic brands like Rolex and Cartier, his regret over passing up a Cartier Crash, and the story of how Burna Boy lost a $75k bustdown Audemars Piguet Royal Oak early in his career. Don't miss this fascinating conversation! This episode is powered by Bezel. A platform for luxury watches, where you can buy, sell, trade, and even bid on watches up for auction. Follow the links below for more. Shop 18,000+ watches at get bezel.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Download the Bezel app⁠⁠⁠⁠  ⁠⁠⁠⁠SUBSCRIBE to get the latest Wrist Check Pod content⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop our latest collaboration with WOLF 1834, The Shuttle Travel Case available ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on TikTok⁠ Chapters 00:00 - Intro 00:49 - Honorary Wrist Check 04:34 - Bezel 05:10 - Wrist Check Continued 07:25 -Matthew on finding his calling 15:12 - Becoming a creative director for NBHD 27:37 - Founding the Bad Habit Label with Mentor 31:40 - Bezel Auctions 31:58 - WCP x Wolf Travel Case 32:33 - Discovering Burna Boy and losing a $75k watch 39:00 - Matthew purchases his first Rolex 43:42 - Vintage Rolex Datejust 48:49 - Cartier Basculante 51:14 - Burna Boy talks Matthew out of buying a Cartier Crash 55:20 - Conversation Pieces --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wrist-check-pod/support

In this episode, Perri and Rashawn head west to catch up with Larry June before the release of his new album. Filmed at the world-famous Barcha Restaurant in downtown San Francisco, they dive into the early days of Larry June's career, discussing his starter watches, the cultural impact of the Bay Area, and how it shaped his passion for luxury timepieces. They also showcase some standout pieces from Larry's collection, including an Audemars Piguet Royal Oak, a Rolex Day-Date, and the renowned Patek Philippe Aquanaut reference 5968A, featured on the cover of his album "The Great Escape" with Alchemist. Larry June, a hip-hop artist and entrepreneur from San Francisco's Bayview Hunters Point neighborhood, raps about mental health, wellness, generational wealth, and his love for luxury sports cars and watches. Beyond music, Larry owns multiple real estate properties on the West Coast and in Atlanta, Georgia, and has a growing clothing and accessories line called Midnight Organic. ⁠Shop 18,000+ watches at get bezel.com⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Download the Bezel app⁠⁠⁠  ⁠⁠⁠SUBSCRIBE to get the latest Wrist Check Pod content⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Shop our latest collaboration with WOLF 1834, The Shuttle Travel Case available ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Follow us on instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Follow us on TikTok⁠ Chapters 00:00 - Intro 01:08 - Wrist Check 04:13 - Bezel Auctions 04:32 - Collecting Vintage 08:34 - Discovering watches 09:19 - Bay Area Culture & Watches 12:30 - Collecting other brands 13:52 - The Luxury Enthusiast 17:50 - Family Interest in watches 19:14 - Bezel App 19:50 - WCP Travel Case 20:25 - Brand & Business Building 25:40 - Larry's AP 15202 Royal Oak 28:45 - Larry's Meteorite Platinum Day-Date 31:06 - First Big Watch 32:28 - Yesterdays price, not todays price 33:12 - Using the Patek on the album cover 35:08 - Very Organic Growth 37:02 - Are you a collector? 38:42 - Richard Mille 39:49 - Trivia: Skip, Keep, Flip 47:17 - Outro --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wrist-check-pod/support

In this captivating episode, Perri and Rashawn journey to Geneva, Switzerland, to attend the prestigious Watches and Wonders event. They catch up with Martin Frei, the brilliant founder and lead designer of Urwerk. Tune in as they dive into the fascinating early days of Urwerk, uncovering Martin's unique design process, his philosophy, and his innovative approach to product creation. Discover how Martin and his partner Felix draw inspiration from the past and envision the future to craft modern marvels that transform our experience of perceiving time. Shop 18,000+ watches at get bezel.com⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Download the Bezel app⁠⁠ ⁠⁠SUBSCRIBE to get the latest Wrist Check Pod content⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Shop our latest collaboration with WOLF 1834, The Shuttle Travel Case available ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Follow us on instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Follow us on TikTok Chapters 00:00 - Bezel 00:35 - Intro 00:48 - Welcome 02:00 - Wrist Check 08:19 - The early days 12:08 - Urwerk was an art project 14:02 - Rethinking the time display 15:46 - Uurwerk is modern art 18:03 - Discovering new aspects of time 21:18 - Wrist watches no longer bound by time 23:24 - Using experience to inform new designs 27:08 - Embracing technology 31:14 - Bezel 31:32 - WCP x Wolf 32:07 - Supporters of Urwerk 34:00 - Tradition vs Science 37:25 - Doing it differently 38:23 - New Novelties - Lightspeed 45:38 - Urwerk 100V Space Time 49:34 - Designing the unseen 51:19 - Urwerk 230 Eagle 56:12 - The wrist watch is man and machine 57:48 - Having an identity 59:15 - The Future --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wrist-check-pod/support

In this video, the WCP crew sits down with pro BMX rider and Queens, New York native, Nigel Sylvester. Tune in as Nigel shares his passion for Rolex watches and discusses how he merges street riding culture with his luxury endorsements. He also reveals details about his two past G-Shock collaborations and explains how he's giving back to the community through his charitable foundation. Don't miss this inspiring conversation with one of BMX's most influential figures! Shop 18,000+ watches at get bezel.com⁠ ⁠Download the Bezel app⁠ ⁠SUBSCRIBE to get the latest Wrist Check Pod content⁠ ⁠Shop our latest collaboration with WOLF 1834, The Shuttle Travel Case available ⁠ ⁠Follow us on instagram⁠ ⁠Follow us on TikTok --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wrist-check-pod/support

WCP returns for a sit down conversation with former Verizon Executive and film producer, Mr. BK Fulton to talk life, inspiring others, and collecting watches. BK Fulton is a highly accomplished and successful executive & entrepreneur in the media industry, with a background in engineering and an immense appreciation for horology. Mr. Fulton is also a philanthropist and an author who prioritizes giving back to his community and inspiring youth all over the world. Shop 18,000+ watches at get bezel.com Download the Bezel app SUBSCRIBE to get the latest Wrist Check Pod content Shop our latest collaboration with WOLF 1834, The Shuttle Travel Case available Follow us on instagram Follow us on TikTok --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wrist-check-pod/support

The guys return without a guest this week to discuss several items on the agenda. First they revisit watches and wonders, then touch on watches newly released during Formula 1 weekend, including the now infamous Kith Tag Heuer F1 release, Tom Brady's piece unique Audemars Piguet Royal Oak, and Sylvester Stallone's Patek Philippe 6300 sale with Sotheby's. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wrist-check-pod/support

The guys link up with Michael Benevente for a special gathering at the Bulova showroom in New York City for a live audience shoot with fans and friends, discussing where Bulova is today and looking ahead to the future. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wrist-check-pod/support

Check out this exciting episode as Perri explores Bulova's headquarters, delving into their rich archive and chatting with the brand's Managing Director, Micheal Benevente. Join them as they dive into Bulova's fascinating history, from its New York origins and the visionary founder to its groundbreaking contributions in horology, timekeeping, and design. Discover how Bulova's innovations have left an indelible mark on technology, played a crucial role in NASA's space missions, and revolutionized the advertising industry, and the launch of Accutron. Don't miss out on this deep dive into the world of Bulova! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wrist-check-pod/support

Friend of the Pod, Yoni Ben-Yehuda, Head Of Watches at luxury retailer Material Good joins the Wrist Check Pod crew on the couch this week. Tune in as they dig into Yoni's earlier career and pivot into the watch world, his love of hip-hop and independent watch companies, his newly acquired vintage Yves Klein blue Audemars Piguet John Shaeffer Perpetual Calendar, and his thoughts on what's needed in the watch community. SUBSCRIBE on YT Shop our latest collaboration with WOLF 1834, The Shuttle Travel Case available Follow on IG --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wrist-check-pod/support

Recorded live on instagram the evening of Tuesday, April 9th 2024, the WCP crew teams up with alumni Trevor Wynn of Pare Pare Podcast, and Mayor, sneaker collector, and member of Terror Squad to dicusss the latest releases, from Tudor, Rolex, Patek and more. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wrist-check-pod/support

Welcome to the latest episode of the Wrist Check Podcast! Join us as we delve into a captivating conversation with Adam Pating, a seasoned marketing and branding professional with a remarkable portfolio including stints with industry giants such as Jay Z at Ace Of Spades, IWC Watches, and currently Jacob & Co. Dive in as we explore the ever-evolving landscape of the luxury marketplace. Discover how brands can leverage cultural relevance to forge connections with new communities and utilize renowned ambassadors to foster authenticity. Tune in now for an insightful discussion on the intersection of luxury, culture, branding and watches! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wrist-check-pod/support

Guys are back for a brand new episode with a host of current events to tackle, including a watch review. In this episode the guys review the new Worn & Wound Formex collab they've each been wearing for the better part of the month, followed by covering the ongoing feud between Nico Leonard and rapper Rick Ross over a gem-set Audemars Piguet Royal Oak, the new Series 1 luxury timepiece by independent watch company Fleming, and finally Audemars Piguet's 2024 novelties. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wrist-check-pod/support

In this episode, the WCP crew catches up with vintage watch dealer and Tik Tok content creator, Mike Nouveau after his return from the Miami Antique Beach Show. Join the discussion as they navigate Mike's start in the NYC music scene as a DJ, his transition into selling vintage timepieces utilizing social media and Tik Tok, and the resurgence of vintage Cartier watches. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wrist-check-pod/support

In this exclusive spotlight episode, the WCP hosts share an intimate conversation with David Carrington, a newcomer to the watch industry hailing from New York and the visionary behind The Compass Watch Company. Delve into David's captivating journey as he embarks on his venture into the world of timepieces, recounting the highs and lows of launching his independent and black owned Swiss Made watch company in the heart of the U.S. Through this insightful dialogue, gain valuable insights into David's creative process, his carefully curated assortment of timepieces, and the unique challenges he faces as an entrepreneur navigating the intricate landscape of the watch industry. Check out Compass Timepieces Shop our latest collaboration with WOLF 1834, The Shuttle Travel Case available Follow us on instagram --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wrist-check-pod/support