In the 145th episode of 40 and 20, The Watch Clicker Podcast, we explore some watch jargon and talk the differences, or lack thereof, between mechanical (manual, hand winding, hand crankers) and automatic watches. A great animation of the mechanical watch process here by Animagraffs on youtube. Other Things: Andrew: The Righteous Gemstones Everett: Salon Care 40 *********************************** Check out all of Watch Clicker's content, including columns, reviews, and fantastic photography at:...
Aug 05, 2021•59 min•Ep. 150
In this 144th episode of 40 and 20, The Watch Clicker Podcast, we're talking about... plastic watches. As far as we can tell, we are the only people who have ever talked about this topic, and our typical methods for research were not terribly fruitful. so... we did something we rarely do, and we tried to write history. Full disclosure - there is a 90 (or so) percent chance that we missed something major, or got something big wrong. Slide into the DMs to tell us so. Other Things: Andrew: ummmm......
Jul 29, 2021•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 149
In the 143nd episode of 40 and 20, The Watch Clicker Podcast, we are joined by a true batman, Tom Clemence, of Clemence Watches. A newcomer to the game who has got the Photic Diver (almost) available on Kickstarter. Listen in for a release date. And don't forget to check out Mike's review of the Photic Diver on the site! Check out Clemence Watches here . Bonus - supporting this brand provides $$$ to The Future Forest Company . Other Things: Andrew: Gunpowder Milkshake Everett: Pentel P205 Tom: I...
Jul 22, 2021•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 148
In the 142nd episode of 40 and 20, The Watch Clicker Podcast, we count down (or up) our favorite watches under $100. We aren't going to spoil the list here, (and really - there are very few surprises), so just give a listen! Other Things: Andrew: Amazon Essentials Shorts Everett: Scrub Daddy *********************************** Check out all of Watch Clicker's content, including columns, reviews, and fantastic photography at: watchclicker.com Our full catalog of podcasts is at watchclicker.com/40...
Jul 15, 2021•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 147
In this 141st episode of 40 and 20, The Watch Clicker Podcast, we talk about the ever mysterious world of watch straps and bracelets. What they are, how we should go about buying them, and some of the options out there. We also chat about the ethical dilemma as a consumer that knowledge sharing brings. Other Things: Andrew: Patio Misters – here’s the list of Top 10 Everett: Do you even remember going to the movies? Everett went and thinks you need to try it again! Check out all of Watch Clicker'...
Jul 08, 2021•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 146
In this 140th episode of 40 and 20, The Watch Clicker Podcast, we are joined by Chris from Vero Watches. We discuss the significant changes at Vero since our last meeting, their new release, and what’s to come from Vero. We dive into the story behind the new line and future releases. We also talk about the challenges of in-house manufacturing and the limitations of that freedom. Check out Vero and their new Open Water at: www.vero-watch.com Other Things: Andrew: Anova Precision Cooker Everett: S...
Jul 01, 2021•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 145
In this 139th episode of 40 and 20, The Watch Clicker Podcast, we have the discussion of what it means to be “Swiss Made”. We also cover the spectrum of Swiss watch making titles and explore how the Swiss watch making industry climbed to the top of the mountain. Other Things: Andrew: Russian River: Blind Pig Everett: Black Summer : Available on NETFLIX Check out all of Watch Clicker's content, including columns, reviews, and fantastic photography at: watchclicker.com Our full catalog of podcasts...
Jun 24, 2021•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 144
In this 138th episode of 40 and 20, The Watch Clicker Podcast, we had the great pleasure of spending some time with Mike France, CEO and co-founder of Christopher Ward. Our conversation covered the beginnings of Christopher Ward, their philosophy, and current projects to enrich the world of horology. Check out their offerings on their website . Other Things: Andrew: Porter Cable Jointer Everett: Toddy Cold Brew Mike: Small is Beautiful Check out all of Watch Clicker's content, including columns,...
Jun 17, 2021•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 143
In the 137th episode of 40 and 20, The Watch Clicker Podcast, we have the pleasure of sharing some beers with Nick Mankey, of Nick Mankey Designs. The designer turned leather worker turned elastic strap maker and all around good guy. Check out Nick Mankey Designs on their webpage: Nick Mankey Designs Other Things: Andrew: Alone – Find the newest season on Netflix Everett: Halt and Catch Fire – From AMC and all seasons available on Netflix Nick: Project Hail Mary – Another in the lineup from Andy...
Jun 10, 2021•1 hr 32 min•Ep. 142
In the 136th episode of 40 and 20, The Watch Clicker Podcast, we break from our tradition of strictly affordable watches and explore the world of the sub $1000. Specifically the best dress-sport watch under $1,000. Let us know if we missed one of your picks and feel free to message us with your scores, now that you have the rubric. Our Top 5 (in no particular order): Seiko Alpinist available at gnomon Orion Hellcat Christopher Ward C63 Sealander Astor + Banks Fortitude Traska Summiteer Other Thi...
Jun 03, 2021•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 141
In the 135th episode of 40 and 20, The Watch Clicker Podcast, we dip our toes in the water of what your watch is actually telling you. We cover displays including the tachymeter, running seconds, split seconds, and moon phases, just to name a few, and tell you about those ridiculous terms you hear when describing them. Unrelated but just as important: Go check out the made to fit leather watch straps for the Casio World Timer from Vario! They fit right, look good, and are affordable! Vario Watch...
May 27, 2021•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 140
In the 134th episode of 40 and 20, The Watch Clicker Podcast we answer your questions about watches, beer, and gift giving. We hope you enjoy! We also, shockingly, go way off track but don't worry we'll get there. Other things: Everett: Bosch 4100-10 Table Saw Andrew: Nerf Elite CS 2.0 Check out all of Watch Clicker's content, including columns, reviews, and fantastic photography at: watchclicker.com Our full catalog of podcasts is at watchclicker.com/4020-the-watch-clicker-podcast/ On instagram...
May 20, 2021•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 139
In the 133rd episode of 40 and 20, The Watch Clicker Podcast, we contemplate how social media and internet forums impact our watch collecting, desires, and experiences. We talk about some tech bloggers who have also contemplated the issue too. Some recreational reading: The Atlantic: The Like Button Ruined the Internet The Atlantic: Technology Doesn’t Ruin Our Lives, We Do Some other things: Everett: HBO: The Nevers Andrew: SOG PowerAssist Multitool Check out all of Watch Clicker's content, incl...
May 13, 2021•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 138
In the 132nd episode of 40 and 20, The Watch Clicker Podcast we head back to our Poor Man's series and examine the Rolex Explorer. Just what is it? Why is it? And what can we afford to buy that will fill the void? Here are some of our picks: Tudor Black Bay 36 Tudor Heritage 1926 36mm Monta Triumph Orion Hellcat Seiko Alpinist Bernhardt Binnacle Anchor Seals Model C Field Explorer GM Lang Lorier Falcon Sii Seiko 5 SRPE55 Some other things we like: Andrew: RAD Sportz Kayak Hoist - Amazon Everett:...
May 06, 2021•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 137
In the 131st episode of 40 and 20, The Watch Clicker Podcast we look at the idea of "Brand Heritage" as a selling point, or as a point of value in your watch purchasing thought process. We talk about a few of our favorites, some of our least favorites, and some comparison points. https://www.tissotwatches.com/en-us/t1204071104100.html https://www.noduswatches.com/contrail https://www.tissotwatches.com/en-en/t1274071603101.html https://www.lorierwatches.com/products/falcon-sii-black-gilt https://...
Apr 29, 2021•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 136
In the 130th Episode of 40 and 20, the Watch Clicker Podcast we discuss some our favorite offerings in the $300 and under category. https://www.timex.com/m79-automatic-40mm-stainless-steel-bracelet-watch/M79-Automatic-40mm-Stainless-Steel-Bracelet-Watch-II.html https://www.amazon.com/Caravelle-Bulova-Dress-Watch-Model/dp/B07NQPWQLZ https://www.gnomonwatches.com/products/led-silver?_pos=1&_sid=11307b8a7&_ss=r https://www.marathonwatch.com/products/new-sapphire-crystal-pilots-navigator-wit...
Apr 22, 2021•1 hr•Ep. 135
In the 129th Episode of 40 and 20, the Watch Clicker Podcast we go into the philosophical realm of what time really is and why we're obsessed with it. Miles of links. But i'm afraid you'll have to do your own research. Andrew: Oak Cross Compass Box https://www.compassboxwhisky.com/whiskies/oak-cross Everett: Utopia https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8303474/ Check out all of Watch Clicker's content, including columns, reviews, and fantastic photography at: watchclicker.com Our full catalog of podcasts...
Apr 15, 2021•54 min•Ep. 134
In the 128th Episode of 40 and 20, the Watch Clicker Podcast we discuss the death of the dress watch. We dive into dress watch opinions and the surprising dress watch gap in the affordable industry. Some Other Things: Everett: Birkencrocs (?) https://www.birkenstock.com/us/arizona-eva/arizona-eva-eva-0-eva-u_3716.html Andrew: Pipe clamps for your home shop http://ponyjorgensen.com/products/pipe-clamps/?gclid=Cj0KCQjwsLWDBhCmARIsAPSL3_2Tyqihkyr41fW40UrTxBxjUmklMkitaeD9cgM8wRf2O_Ln-z5KSMsaApN7EALw...
Apr 08, 2021•1 hr•Ep. 133
In the 127th Episode of 40 and 20, the Watch Clicker Podcast we discuss "overlap" in a collection and what it means to us as watch consumers. We let the conversation roam to some of the overlapping pieces in our collection and figure out some of the reasons we're okay with it. Some Other Things: Everett: A call to action to all you headphone wearing folks. Everett needs a new pair of over ear headphones and is ready for your input! Andrew: Rex Krueger: https://www.rexkrueger.com : Or find him on...
Apr 01, 2021•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 132
In the 126th Episode of 40 and 20, the Watch Clicker Podcast we are joined by the team from Sō Labs. The creators, designers, and innovators behind So Labs Watches. We cover the spectrum of topics that brought this watch to life and hear a little about what comes next. Check out Sō Labs here: https://so-labs.co See our review of the Sō Labs Quartz Layer here: https://watchclicker.com/so-labs-layer-review/ Some Other Things: Everett: Feed-n-wax treat that old wood furniture. https://www.howardpro...
Mar 25, 2021•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 131
In the 125th Episode of 40 and 20, the Watch Clicker Podcast we have a special IN STUDIO guest in the way of Clay aka Southpawstl15 aka Fosterchild15 to talk about the mysterious art of flipping watches. We dive into the weeds on his process, thinking, and goals. Some Other Things: Everett: Boom arms: Rode PSA1 http://www.rode.com/accessories/psa1 Andrew: Listen and find out! Clay: He got 4 Youtube: The Detail Geek Show: His two favorites; Longmire and Yellowstone Movie that aged better than A K...
Mar 18, 2021•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 130
In the 124th Episode of 40 and 20, the Watch Clicker Podcast we bring in our newest writer, Evan , with discussions on Gold watches. Like, real gold. He talks about the differences, chemical composition, and what to look for in making your precious metal watch acquisitions. You can see Evan's three-part series on gold watches here , here , and here . Some Other Things: Everett: The Sinner: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6048596/ Available on Netflix Andrew: The Food That Built America: https://www...
Mar 11, 2021•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 129
In this Audio Review, Andrew and Mike kick around their thoughts on the Alcadus Opus 39. Available for pre-order via the Alcadus website now, the Opus 39 features a unique twist on the pilot watch (nay GADA watch). As always, hard to do this watch justice via words alone, but the photos in Mike's written review (link below) should make things CRYSTAL clear. Pre-order prices currently at $627 via acladus.com. Enjoy! Buy the Alcadus Opus 39 (pre-order): https://www.alcadus.com/store/opus-39/ Mike'...
Mar 08, 2021•26 min•Ep. 128
In the 123rd Episode of 40 and 20, the Watch Clicker Podcast we discuss the idea of "tool watches" their, value, use, functionality, and whether or not they are even a thing. We take some time to discuss what we think about them and how they fit in our watch life. Our daily life tool watches and "money is no object" options: https://www.gshock.com/watches/digital/DW5600E-1V https://www.tudorwatch.com/en/watches/pelagos/m25600tb-0001 https://www.fortis-swiss.com/watches/space/official-cosmonauts/...
Mar 04, 2021•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 127
In the 122nd Episode of 40 and 20, the Watch Clicker Podcast we are joined by one of the Broke Watch Snobs, Kaz Mirza, to discuss the "click bait" nature of watch world content. We talk about the challenges we've faced in our endeavors and how and why we've chosen to overcome them. Other Things We Like: Andrew: www.wealthbase.com Everett: https://www.homedepot.com/p/Troy-Bilt-21-in-160-cc-Honda-Gas-Walk-Behind-Push-Mower-with-High-Rear-Wheels-and-3-in-1-Cutting-TriAction-Cutting-System-TB160/306...
Feb 25, 2021•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 126
In this 121st Episode of 40 and 20, the Watch Clicker Podcast, we attempt to uncover the life of the digital watch. The lineage, developments, and failures across time. Some of our favorite digitals over time: Breitling Navitimer LCD: https://www.shucktheoyster.com/breitling-navitimer-lcd-vintage-chronograph-9406/ Shark Freestyle: https://www.freestyleusa.com/ Some easy reading: https://blog.onlineclock.net/history-of-digital-clocks-watches/ https://www.pcmag.com/news/the-digital-watch-a-brief-h...
Feb 18, 2021•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 125
In the 120th Episode of 40 and 20, the Watch Clicker Podcast we are joined by Josh and Steve Roemer of the Swiss Watch Company. We talk about the Steve's big-watch history, SWC's military watch supplier origin, and how SWC became the microbrand we know it as today. Other Things We Like: Andrew: WandaVision - Disney+ Everett: Irresistible - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt9076562/ Steve: Coffin building(?)* https://www.northwoodscasket.com/build-your-own-coffin Josh: Chicken farming* - https://heart...
Feb 11, 2021•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 124
In the 119th Episode of 40 and 20, the Watch Clicker Podcast, we tackle the age old question of chronograph movement superiority. We examine the ETA Valjoux 7750 and the Lemania 5100. Their positives, negatives, uses, iterations, etc. We also crown a champion (ahem)! Other Things We Like: Andrew: Contour Gauge Tool - https://www.smartsaker.com/pages/saker-contour-gauge-5?gclid=CjwKCAiAsOmABhAwEiwAEBR0ZhuFU8AvOqJwlyTaK66RX3GwWUNetuxbV--lxg05ZMZyloFs9J68PxoC5dAQAvD_BwE Everett: WandaVision on Disn...
Feb 04, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 123
In the 118th Episode of 40 and 20, the Watch Clicker Podcast we are joined by Jeremy from Goodspeed Watches, yet again. Jeremy comes to talk to us about his new Kickstarter offering, the Scout. We talk about everything from his inspiration for the watches he designs and his wonderful marketing materials. Don't forget to check out the Kickstarter campaign, launching on February 1, 2021. Other Things We Like: Andrew: Dr. Squatch soaps: https://drsquatch.com/ Everett: Wyze digital scale: https://wy...
Jan 28, 2021•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 122
In the 117th Episode of 40 and 20, the Watch Clicker Podcast, we take a look at the options available to you as analogs for the "Big 4" of the Rolex lineup, the OP, Daytona, Sub, and Explorer. We take the price of an entry level Rolex and build a collection from there. We also discuss the idea of diminishing returns and what we think matters in a watch purchase. In a 40 and 20/Watchclicker first, Mike and Will be posting their own picks in a post on the website at the same time this episode is r...
Jan 21, 2021•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 121
