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On a very special day, 1st Sep 2023, in a very special place, La Chaux-de-Fonds, a Fifth Wrist party was being had. The Defining Time Show (Back from the dead for 1 episode) was recorded, sitting around a table amongst friends at the Maison ochs und junior. Hence why you can hear the rawness of the track and I do apologise for some of the background noises. It was a fabulous evening full of great food, wine, beer, laughter and friends enjoying each others company after meeting in person for the first time. This was also the night the world came to learn about the now world famous Chick-Lip. We were blown away by Benoit's project and generosity. A huge thank you to ochs und junior for hosting a lovely event that allowed us to all be together and see the beautiful Maison. We are truly grateful for your hospitality. Thank you also to Claus for bringing the podcast gear and editing the track. Here is the list of colourful characters who attended the event. Claus Wolfgang Benoit Elio Phil Jake Anthony Bernd Also joining us was Leonard and Alice. Check out his amazing Butterfly watch he built at watch school. Find him here @Leonard_widmer Thank you so much to everyone involved with Fifth Wrist. It was clear to see what a wonderful global community that has been created. I don't know how to write show notes anymore to Alex will probably hate this but he can edit it if he wants. Thanks everyone, and for everyone else, stay on time!

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, we welcome back a previous guest - independent watchmaker Chris Manning (⁠@cmmanning.watches ⁠and ⁠@silver_hand⁠), for an exciting chat about the launch of his first watch: CM Manning 21.01!  This episode is the world premier of rather special news, and in fact Chris has set up a special website page just for the listeners of FifthWrist podcast, where you can see the watch before anyone else in the world: ⁠ https://cmmanning.com/romansentme Join Roman (⁠@TimesRomanAU⁠) for a chat with Chris about his journey to design and build his first watch; as well as the creative and craft journey including: making the dial, hands and case, guilloche; damascus steel alloying; case making and many more craft and creative things. Lots of calls outs to previous guests and other independent makers in this episode, so please check out the links for everything we talked about in the episode below. Link to Chris' last appearance on FifthWrist Radio podcast in ⁠Feb 2021 is here⁠. ⁠Worshipful Company of Clockmakers’⁠ ⁠https://www.clockmakers.orgin⁠ Peter Doble ⁠https://www.instagram.com/doblehpeter/⁠ David Walter  ⁠https://www.instagram.com/davide.walter/⁠ Fears Brunswick ⁠https://www.fearswatches.com/collections/the-brunswick-collection⁠ Nicholas Bowman-Scargill 4th Managing Director of Fears Watches ⁠https://www.instagram.com/nicholasbowmanscargill/⁠ Time 4 A Pint ⁠Https://time4apint.com⁠ Peter Speake episode from Off Hours ⁠https://offhours.show/ep50/⁠ Schwarz-Etienne ⁠http://Schwarz-Etienne.ch⁠ Philippe Narbel ⁠https://www.instagram.com/philippe_narbel_watchmaking/⁠ Manufacture SA ⁠https://www.instagram.com/manufactor_sa/⁠ Lee Yuen-Repati ⁠https://www.instagram.com/onehourwatch/⁠ Chris Ploof Design ⁠https://chrisploof.com⁠ Aaron Saurer ⁠https://www.sarauerhorology.ca⁠ Nick and Josh Hacko ⁠https://www.nicholashacko.com.au⁠ Reuben Schoots ⁠https://www.reubenschoots.com⁠ Bradley Taylor ⁠https://www.bradleytaylor.ca⁠ Papers about niello Chris has authored ⁠https://silverhandstudios.com/niello⁠ Brittany Nicole Cox ⁠https://mechanicalcurios.com⁠ If you would like to speake to Chris about his new watch, to order or even reserve a special number: make sure you visit: ⁠cmmanning.com/romansentme⁠ Or email him at ⁠info@cmmanning.com⁠ Subject: Roman Sent Me @cmmanning.watches ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/cmmanning.watches⁠⁠ @silver_hand ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/silver_hand/⁠⁠⁠ Breguet Exhibit at Science Museum ⁠https://www.sciencemuseum.org.uk/see-and-do/clockmakers-museum⁠ The Watchmakers’ Regulator ⁠https://watchnews.nawcc.org/blog_posts/2018_10_12/2018_10_12.php⁠ Tim Jackson ⁠https://www.independentintime.com⁠ Off Hours Podcast ⁠Https://offhours.show⁠ Inside The Studio Chris’ YouTube Channel ⁠http://insidethe.studio⁠ BHI Watchmaking courses ⁠https://bhi.co.uk⁠ Christian Lass Learning Watchmaking ⁠https://www.instagram.com/christian_lass/⁠ ⁠https://learnwatchmaking.com⁠ Chris Manning's links ⁠silverhandstudios.com⁠ ⁠chris@silverhandstudios.com⁠ ⁠@silver_hand⁠ ⁠Chris' YouTube Channel⁠: ⁠Inside The Studio⁠ Off Hours Podcast ⁠Offhours.show⁠ Theme Music for 2023: ⁠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

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 we welcome a return guest, Australian independent watchmaker Reuben Schoots (@reubenschoots).  Roman (@TimesRomanAU) and Reuben sit down for a chat about Reuben’s journey since his last visit with us in 2021, the completion of his first series of watches and now the launch of his new watch - “Series Two”. Join us for a fun conversation about Reuben’s journey into establishing his watchmaking business, the challenges of updating workshop equipment to match the growing ambition; finishing the "Series One" in his workshop and now kicking on to the new challenge of "Series Two". Along the way, Reuben shares his insights on “Series Two” and reflections on the sold-out “Series One”. We also talk about Reuben’s feelings on seeing one of his watches hit the auction market on Loupe This; CNC; making parts; finding customers; connecting with collectors and finding uniques horological finishes and decorations. We even have time to chat about Reuben's other passion - amateur hill climb car racing and car building. It’s a really fun conversation ! Hope you enjoy it too. Follow Reuben Schoots on Instagram @reubenschoots⁠ and www.reubenschoots.com Check out Reuben’s Series Two watch (available for order now): https://www.reubenschoots.com/series-two-brochure  Link to Reuben’s first episode with FifthWrist in June 2021 (worth a listen for Reuben’s origin story) is here. Link to Fifth Wrist podcast episode with the wonderful Craig and Rebecca Struthers (where Reuben was a cohost) is here. Special mentions to watchmaker David Walter @davide.walter; Craig and Rebecca Struthers @strutherswatchmakers and talented photographer @isamu_sawa_photography who photographed the "Series Two" watch for Reuben's website Theme Music for 2023: The Wrong Time by Silent Partner (via YouTube Free Music Channel)  Follow us on Instagram: @FifthWrist  #fifthwrist #fifthwristradio #fifthwristradiopodcast 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

Theo of ModModeWatches, a leading figure in the watch modding scene and owner of a premier parts distributor, shares his journey from passionate modder to successful entrepreneur. He reveals the intricacies of manufacturing unique watch parts like the MM1 Integrated Bracelet. The conversation highlights Singapore's vibrant modding community, explores the creative process behind custom designs, and emphasizes the importance of craftsmanship and community support in the world of watch customization.

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 with Leonard and Massimo Dreifuss from the family-run independent watch company Maurice de Mauriac (@mauricedemauriac) in Zurich. Join us for a fun conversation about the history of Maurice de Mauriac; the importance of coloured sapphire crystals, 2,000 Maurice de Mauriac straps available; transparency in manufacturing and selling; as well as  the passion of Leonard and Massimo’s legendary father Daniel Dreifuss, who started Maurice de Mauriac in 1997. It’s a really fun conversation ! Hope you enjoy it too. Follow Maurice de Mauriac on Instagram @mauricedemauriac and www.mdm-watches.com Link to review of Claus’ Chromachron watch on FifthWrist website: https://fifthwrist.com/tian-harlan-chromachron-review/ Link to interview with Daniel Dreifuss and Rene Beyer video on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=by7z653LxvA Theme Music for 2023: The Wrong Time by Silent Partner (via YouTube Free Music Channel)  Follow us on Instagram: ⁠@FifthWrist⁠  #fifthwrist #fifthwristradio #fifthwristradiopodcast 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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Yu Ando, a visionary microbrand owner and parts designer at AndoAndoAndo, discusses his boundary-pushing dial and case designs for the watch modding community. He shares insights on the evolution of watch customization, emphasizing the shift towards personal preference in design. Yu also addresses the challenges of watch manufacturing, including date window alignment and sourcing materials. The conversation dives into innovative projects like the A-2 Mod Case and the collaborative spirit that drives enthusiasts to create unique pieces. This lively chat sparks inspiration for aspiring watchmakers!

Another episode of the Independent Thinking Show for @FifthWrist Radio. This is a place dedicated to showcasing the great people doing interesting and cool things in the world of horology. In this episode, Roman (@TimesRomanAU) chats with the brilliant young independent watchmaker Aaron Sarauer (@sarauerhorology) based in Saskatoon, Canada. Join us for a conversation about Aaron’s personal path into horology; education at WOSTEP; artistic and horological influences, and the importance of independence and inspiration in crafts. Aaron has recently released his debut watch series (Ref 199C), with a hand-wind movement designed, built, hand-finished, and assembled in-house by Aaron himself. Definitely check it out and consider putting an order in now - There is a lot of love here! Aaron puts a lot of hand-craft into his watches, including making the case, hands, guilloche dial and even the wood presentation box with his own 2 hands. If you are a fan of indie watchmaking; and on the look-out for your talented makers - make sure to check out Aaron’s work on Instagram (@sarauerhorology) or his website www.saeauerhorology.ca  We hope you enjoy listening to this episode as much as we enjoyed making it! Stay On Time Special shoutouts: @mcgoniglewatches, @andreasstrehler, @woodswatchmaking; @christian_lass and @dmtiffany.timepieces Follow us on Instagram: @FifthWrist  or www.fifthwrist.com #fifthwrist #fifthwristpodcast #fifthwristradio To join our crew on Slack or Discord, please email us at contact@fifthwrist.com and if you have time please leave us a review wherever you listen to our podcast.

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. Roman (@TimesRomanAU) was not available for this recording, but Adam (@mediumwatch) found a much better replacement and a different “Roman” to talk to. In this episode, Adam sits down with Roman Winiger (⁠www.winigerhorloger.com⁠) - independent watchmaker, horological consultant, movement constructor, brewer and entrepreneur. Join us for a fascination discussion regarding creativity, independent horology, movement construction and optimisation, as well as a recap of Mr Winiger’s career path from the service department at Jaeger LeCoultre (@jaegerlecoultre) and a decade in the restoration atelier of Parmigiani Fleurier (@parmigianifleurier) to his own horological project -  “La Montre 12”, "Lost in Time" watch for artist Patrick Bernatchez and the Open Movement project (@openmovement_watchmaking). We also talk about Roman’s La Chaux-de-Fonds beer company (Bier La Comete - The Watchmakers Brewery) and even the totally awesome "Solar Time" sundial drinking glasses he has designed. We hope you enjoy this fun and a fascinating discussion, and note this episode forms the perfect partner to a recent Independent Thinking episode with Jérémy Freléchox, Roman’s collaborator on the Open Movement project (@openmovement_watchmaking) and master watchmaker from @vanguartwatches and www.timeforge.ch Lots of shout-outs to indie matchmakers and friends of @FifthWrist Radio in this episode, including: Raul Pages (@raul_pages_watches), Roland G Murphy (@rgmwatches), Cameron Weiss (@weisswatchcompany). and James Henderson (@henki_time) A special mention to our very good friend and inspiration Andre Jorts (@andrejorts). Theme Music for 2023: 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! "Regular" Roman (⁠@TimesRomanAU⁠) will be back for the next episode. Stay On Time

Nathan Goodrich, a professional watch modder and owner of Four Forty Four PM, shares his journey from hobbyist to industry professional. He discusses the unique challenges of modifying the SKX013 and highlights the importance of client relationships. Nathan emphasizes creativity and community in watch modding, and the joys of crafting custom pieces that tell personal stories. He also touches on family ties to watches and even drops a memorable Christopher Walken impression, making for a lively and engaging conversation around the art of timepiece customization.