Fifth Wrist Radio

Welcome to the horology world's ultimate watchmaking podcast network. On this episode of the Defining Time Show, Roman makes a reappearance to join me in a conversation with none other than watchmaker Josh Shapiro of JN Shapiro Watches. If you are not familiar with Josh's work you need to check it out. Beautiful engine turned dials that are up there with the best in the world. Topics A true craftsman who has perfected his craft and expanding his skills. Josh talks with us about his road to perfecting his craft and Roman has recently purchased a JN Shapiro watch so I thought it would be good to get him on with Josh to talk about the fun bits and challenges when commissioning a piece and how the process works. Josh's passion for what he does shines through as I thought it would. We also chat about the state of the industry from an independent's point of view and it's safe to say he has an opinion and it's worth listening to. Loads of fun and thank you to Josh for being a great sport and taking the time to talk.  Instagram Recommendations from the community: Josh: @arturakmaev & @davide.walter Roman: @horoptimist Anthony: @jjhughes1969 Go check out their profiles and give them a follow. Connect with our podcast guest Follow our guest watchmaker Josh Shapiro on Instagram @jnshapiro_watches and check out his website jnshapirowatches.com for more information and pictures of his wonderful watches.  Connect with us Follow us on Instagram: @FifthWrist Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/fifthwrist Subscribe to our YouTube channel To join our group chat then please email us at contact@fifthwrist.com Please take the time to leave us a review wherever you listen to our watchmaking podcast. Thank you for all the positive reviews & comments on our episodes. We read and appreciate each one! About us Fifth Wrist and Fifth Wrist Radio are both community run projects. Designed to serve the watch enthusiast community. We reject all forms of outside watch brand intervention and take no money, watches or goods from watch companies. Our podcasts are focussed on watchmaking, horology and the wonderful people who keep these skills alive. The future direction of the website and podcasts are driven by the people who take part in this project. To join the action and get involved why not get started by reviewing one of your own watches at fifthwrist.com/write-review The Defining Time Show theme kindly provided by watch enthuisiast @salil808 The Fifth Wrist Podcast Crew record this watchmaking podcast audio using Blue Yeti microphones. We hope you enjoy listening to this podcast episode and have as much as we had making it! Thanks to everyone in the Fifth Wrist community who give their time to make this project possible. The hosts, co-host, writers and editors, plus everyone who takes the time to share and promote this project daily. Stay On Time & cheers from Anthony @defining_time

Rob and The Watch Regulator are again joined by third wheel (watchmaking joke) and great friend of the show Michael of Woods Watchmaking. We discuss Glashutte Original releases and Tudor watches. Watchmakers and their egos, plus how we are charting in Latvia  The Regulator's tattoo supplied by @alyssadonlonart   The Regulator's booze supplied by @danmurphys  Our Instagram picks  Rob: @lunglungthun  The Watch Regulator: @flamy_fatcat  Michael: @wmbrownproject  Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/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. To support some great guys from our community go check out genevablue.com.au and watchvault.com.au  Take care guys and stay on time

In part two Roman's passions and opinions are back! We discuss some of his favourite watches and independent watchmakers in his collection and we get Roman's take on watches/watchmakers to keep and eye on as well as some of the watches Roman regrets selling. Is "in-house worth it? That was the discussion. Once again, this was a cracker, thank you Roman for joining Fifth Wrist Radio and for giving us many different points of view and definitely things to think about. Sit back, relax, grab a whiskey, smoke a cigar, have a bath, put your feet up and enjoy the show!  Roman recommends reading Ryan Schmidt's "The Wristwatch Hand Book". People to go follow on Instagram: Roman: @alphabeta81 Anthony: @punkwatchdad Join our facebook group https://www.facebook.com/fifthwrist/ Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/fifthwrist/ and if you have time please leave us a review wherever you listen to our podcast. Take care guys and stay on time

Roman is not your average watch enthusiast. This is a full on conversation about watches off the beaten track. We talk about brands you may or may not have heard of and how Roman ended up at a special dinner and membership with the Worshipful Company of Clockmakers in London. Its a cracker story you'll enjoy. Roman is a passionate collector and genuine enthusiast, thank you for taking the time to talk with me.  Grab a whiskey, sit back and enjoy the show.   People to go follow on Instagram:  Roman: @james__lamb  Anthony: @themoonbat Favourite Review from the Fifth Wrist Website: JLC Reverso 1931- A legend is born  Join our facebook group https://www.facebook.com/fifthwrist/ Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/fifthwrist/ and if you have time please leave us a review wherever you listen to our podcast. Take care guys and stay on time

Rob and The Watch Regulator talk McGonigle Watches and a watch Rob forgot he had bought from Timor Watch. We discuss the plans for Robfest 2021 and the shortage of left handed watchmaking tools in Australia. The Regulator's tattoo supplied by @alyssadonlonart  The Regulator's booze recommended by @danmurphys Our Instagram picks Rob: @convopiece The Watch Regulator: @jwinog Join our facebook group https://www.facebook.com/fifthwrist/ Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/fifthwrist/ and if you have time please leave us a review wherever you listen to our podcast. To support some great guys from our community go check out genevablue.com.au and watchvault.com.au Take care guys and stay on time

Rob and The Watch Regulator are joined by none other than Fifth Wrist Radio superfan Michael Woods of Woods Watchmaking. Fresh from his recent appearance on the Defining Time Show, he was desperate to get back on and have a drink with R&R. We talk about Michael being unable to remember Panerai reference numbers, Rob's asbestos watch straps and Alex's inability to distinguish rum from wine.  The Regulator's tattoo supplied by @alyssadonlonart  The Regulator's booze recommended by @jp_melbs Our Instagram picks Rob: @doctoryellow The Watch Regulator: @whiskey.and.watches.podcast Michael: @woods_jewellers Join our facebook group https://www.facebook.com/fifthwrist/ Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/fifthwrist/ and if you have time please leave us a review wherever you listen to our podcast. To support some great guys from our community go check out genevablue.com.au and watchvault.com.au Take care guys and stay on time

Anthony is joined by Ian Schon from Schon Horology and Schon DSGN to talk about his journey to becoming a watchmaker and pen manufacturer. We talk about the trials and tribulations of creating his business and go deep into the design elements of The Dot Cardinal and Prismatic. It's a cool conversation for people who appreciate art, design and manufacturing. Ian's products will stand the test of time and will be passed on for generations to come with a story that comes with each item. It was great to hear his story and we can't thank Ian enough for taking the time.  Check out the YouTube clip for his watches. Schon Horology: The Art of Watchmaking  People to go follow on Instagram: Ian: @jiro.katayama & @fireflybicycles Defining Time: @gcwatchguy Sit back, relax and enjoy the show.

Rob and The Watch Regulator are all at sea this episode as they are joined by vintage watch specialist Charles Tearle. Not only has Charles worked for every major auction house that you can think of but he has also been involved in many of the most famous rare watch finds of recent history. Charles talks to us about THE Paul Newman Daytona and his time on the Antiques Roadshow. Make sure to check out his website to see what exciting things he is up to. charlestearle.com The Regulator's tattoo supplied by @alyssadonlonart  The Regulator's booze supplied by @una_esteluna Our Instagram picks Rob: @tenandtwo_perth The Watch Regulator: @scaramanga_ Charles: @themanifestoonline To support some great guys from our community go check out genevablue.com.au and watchvault.com.au Take care guys and stay on time

Rob and The Watch Regulator have another look in Rob's drawers and then talk about how important it is for everyone to follow their dreams, especially when you work in a passionate industry. The Regulator’s tattoo supplied by @alyssadonlonart The Regulator’s booze supplied by @misslongines Our Instagram picks Rob: @le_watch_samourai The Watch Regulator: @donal.reid https://www.instagram.com/fifthwrist/ https://www.facebook.com/fifthwrist/ To support some great guys from our community go check out genevablue.com.au and watchvault.com.au Take care guys and stay on time

Rob and The Watch Regulator have a chat about Rolex, Patek and pals leaving Baselworld to go have their own cooler party elsewhere. The absolute ineptitude of MCH Group and how the way they do business is actually quintessentially Swiss. Our societal endorsement of the period OT: The Podcast The Regulator's tattoo supplied by @alyssadonlonart  The Regulator's booze supplied by @misslongines  Our Instagram picks Rob: @watchmakers_wa The Watch Regulator: @jtoddh To support some great guys from our community go check out genevablue.com.au and watchvault.com.au Take care guys and stay on time