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Another episode of the Independent Thinking Show for @FifthWrist Radio. This is a place dedicate to showcasing the great people doing interesting and cool things in the world of horology. In this episode, hosts Roman (@TimesRomanAU) and Claus (@tapir_ffm) sit down for a chat with Christian Gafner; watch designer and the man behind the recent launch of the Mechanik2 watch (@mih_watch) - next chapter for the legendary MIH Watch. Mechanik2 is the evolution of the legendary MIH watch, conceived by Dr Ludwid Oeschlin, with design by Christian Gafner and prototyping by Paul Gerber (what a team!!!) The MIH watch was a major milestone in the history of independent horology, and was in production between 2005 and 2020. Now, Christian is launching the next evolution of the MIH watch - the Mechanik2 watch (currently available for preorder). Join us for an open and honest conversation about the history of the MIH; the evolution of the design for Mechanik2 timepiece and the principles of good design. We also talk about sneakers; Christian’s work with Eterna and Porsche Designs; as well as ethical packaging and just what it take to be an indie watchmaker today. A great episode for all indie horology fans. Check out the Mechanik2 watch pre-order page (@mih_watch) and www.mechanik2.com Christian is also reachable at @christian_gafner) New Theme Music for 2022: The Wrong Time by Silent Partner (via YouTube Free Music Channel) Follow us on Instagram: @FifthWrist  To join our crew group chat then please email us at contact@fifthwrist.com and if you have time please leave us a review wherever you listen to our podcast. We hope you enjoy listening to this episode as much as we enjoyed making it! Stay On Time

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Another episode of the Independent Thinking Show for @FifthWrist Radio. This is a place dedicate to showcasing the great people doing interesting and cool things in the world of horology. In this episode, hosts Roman (@TimesRomanAU) and Adam (@mediumwatch) sit down for a chat with the ever fascinating Brittany Nicole Cox (@nicocurio) - an antiquarian horologist, conservator and educator specialising in the preservation and restoration of automata, mechanical magic, mechanical music, engine turning and complicated clocks and watches. Join us as for a wide-ranging conversation about antiquarian horology, automata, stewardship, preservation and restoration of historically-important mechanical objects, museums to visit; as well as Brittany's passion for learning and teaching engine turning and other mechanical crafts.  Make sure you also check out Brittany's website for commissions and bespoke handmade items available for the discerning collector. It was an absolute pleasure and a privilege to speak with Brittany on FWR. Brittany's work can be seen at @memoria_technica and @nicocurio and www.mechanicalcurios.com The book I mention on the podcast is called: "The Feather Thief" by Kirk Wallace Johnson (see episode of This American Life podcast about it here). Calina Shevlin's book: "Guilloche: A History and Practical Manual" can be found here. Also check out Calina's work @atelierguilloche Make sure you check out Brittany's presentation for the Horological Society of New York, and her role in the recently released "Keeper of Time" Film. The Quill & Pad article about Brittany's own automaton "Cochlea" can be found here. Recommendations from this episode: Brittany - @sk_mechanician and @ludovicballouard Adam - @itsbeenalangeday Roman - Annette Beyer Automata Collection New Theme Music for 2022: The Wrong Time by Silent Partner (via YouTube Free Music Channel) Follow us on Instagram: @FifthWrist  To join our crew group chat then please email us at contact@fifthwrist.com and if you have time please leave us a review wherever you listen to our podcast. We hope you enjoy listening to this episode as much as we enjoyed making it! Stay On Time

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Another episode of the Independent Thinking Show for @FifthWrist Radio. This is a place dedicate to showcasing the great people doing interesting and cool things in the world of horology. In this episode, host Roman (@TimesRomanAU) has a conversation with Michal Dunin (@michal.dunin), CEO of Poland-based watch companies Blonie Watches (@bloniewatches) and Chopin Watches (@chopinwatches), as well as a passionate collector of Independent horology and watches in his own right. Join us as for a fun and wide-ranging conversation where we discuss the Indie horology scene, the rich history of Polish and Soviet watchmaking and Michal's journey in resurrecting a famous Polish company Blonie Watches to bring it back to relevance and success. If you like to hear stories about watchmaking entrepreneurship and passion - you will like this episode. Along the way, we also learn about Michal's favourite indie watchmaker - Svend Andersen of @andersengeneve.  Special additional shout-outs in this episode to friends of FWR: Fernando Ronzon (@f.ronzon), Chris Manning (@silver_hand), Josh and Nick Hacko (@nicholashackowatches), Reuben Schoots (@reubenschoots), Nicholas Bowman-Scargill (@fearswatches) and Schwarz Etienne (@schwarzetienne). Check out Michal at: @bloniewatches, @chopinwatches and @michal.dunin, and www.zegarkieblonie.com and www.chopinwatches.com Recommendations from this episode: Michal: @the_naked_watchmaker, Peter Speake and Daniella Marin (also check out and sign up for The Naked Watchmaker Masterclass Series) Roman: @mii.watch Special Shoutout and love for the People of Ukraine. #WeStandWithUkraine. #NoWar New Theme Music for 2022: The Wrong Time by Silent Partner (via YouTube Free Music Channel) Follow us on Instagram: @FifthWrist  To join our crew group chat then please email us at contact@fifthwrist.com and if you have time please leave us a review wherever you listen to our podcast. We hope you enjoy listening to this episode as much as we enjoyed making it! Stay On Time

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