A podcast all about watches from the people behind the Instagram accounts solidcaseback, pandlwatchcollection and diversewatchcollector. The hosts discuss watch collecting, reviews, and industry news. Contact the show at ThatWatchPodcast@gmail.com.
Episodes
138: £150K Challenge, Pt.1
This week, after a wrist check and a little collection update, Matt sets us a £150k challenge: 2 watches; 3 categories; £50k per category. There’s a lot of screen sharing so you might want to give it a look on our YouTube channel.
137: Right And Wrong - Omega
This week, we present our second Right And Wrong episode, where we talk about all the things we like and all the things we don’t about one brand. And this time, it’s all about Omega.
136: £5k watch • P01 • SHER Diver • Recent release round-up
This week, we recommend a watch for £5,000 for JJ, Darren engraves Matt’s P01, there’s a happy SHER Watch story, and then we get into recent releases from Omega, Patek, and more. There’s a lot of screen sharing on this one, so we’d recommend you give it a look on our YouTube channel.
135: NWAs • Ultra • @saltvintagewatches • SHER Watch update
This week, we wrist check,G has new watches, Matt talks Pelagos Ultra, we discuss @saltvintagewatches, and then Darren gives us a Sher Watch update.
134: NWAs • Vintage Subs • Lunches • Padellone
This week, Darren and G have NWAs, we talk vintage Subs, Matt goes for lunch with Rolex, G goes for lunch with Stef, and then we get into the new Rolex "Perpetual" Padellone.
133: In Conversation with Sylvain Berneron (V2, Pt.2)
This week, we’re back with the second part of our chat with Sylvain Berneron, CEO and Founder of Berneron Watches.We’re talking about the secondary market, servicing, what’s in Berneron’s future, and we ask Sylvain if he’s started collecting again. Huge thanks to Sylvain for his time and wonderful company. You can follow Berneron on Instagram @berneron
132: In Conversation with Sylvain Berneron (V2, Pt.1)
This week, we have the great pleasure of welcoming back to the pod Sylvain Berneron, CEO and Founder of Berneron Watches.In this first half of our conversation, we pick up with Sylvain about how things are going for the brand, his latest Mirage Miroir release, and we look ahead to the Fiasco. Huge thanks to Sylvain for his time and wonderful company. Be sure to follow Berneron on Insta @berneron
131: Geneva Watch Days (pt.2) • Sher Watch update • GTG
This week, we're picking back up with part 2 of our Geneva Watch Days release round-up, before Darren shares the Sher Watch news, and we talk about our recent GTG with @matthew_taylor_vintage.You can follow the pod on Insta @thatwatchpodcast and in case you hadn't heard, we're also on YouTube.
130: Wrist check • Ins & Outs • Geneva Watch Days (pt.1)
On this episode, we're kicking things off with a lengthy wrist check, before we get into our recent Ins and Outs, and then turn our attention to the recent Geneva Watch Days releases.You can follow the pod on Insta @thatwatchpodcast and in case you hadn't heard, we're also on YouTube.
129: Right And Wrong - Tudor
On this episode, our attention turns to Tudor, and we're rounding up what we think the brand has done right, and done wrong, in the 2020's, from retail strategy, pricing, movements, through to the watches themselves.
128: Tudor servicing, UG meet-up, MilSubs, Kingflum's market round-up
On this episode, we're picking up where we left off. G brings the fellas up to speed on his recent Tudor servicing experiences and UG meet-up with @mildlyinterestingwatches, Matt talks MilSubs, and we go through @kingflum's Screw Down Crown quarterly market round-up.
127: Wrist check • Ins & Outs • Holiday picks
This week we're kicking off with a wrist check, and then getting into our recent Ins and Outs, before we catch up on our recent Holiday watch picks. You can follow the pod on Insta @thatwatchpodcast and in case you hadn't heard, we're also on YouTube.
126: Collection (pt.2): SOTC
On this episode, we're catching up on the state of our collections. You can follow the pod on Insta @thatwatchpodcast and in case you hadn't heard, we're also on YouTube.
125: Random Chit-Chat
On this week’s episode, we have a random chit-chat which takes in Matt's holiday watch picks, Tudor, Matt's Omega strap pick up, and then we turn conversation to JLC and FPJ, before Darren gives us a blow-by-blow account of the Sher Diver launch.
124: Collection (pt.1)
On this episode, we're talking collections. Proceedings begin with a wrist check before Matt tells us about a collection that he has on loan, and then the fellas ask G about his collection.You can follow the pod on Insta @thatwatchpodcast and in case you hadn't heard, we're also on YouTube.
123: GTG • Rolex Dinner
On this episode, we're catching up on our last Get Together, and I update the fellas about my Rolex Dinner.You can follow the pod on Insta @thatwatchpodcast and you can also find us on YouTube now by heading over there and searching That Watch Podcast.
122: SHER diver • Tudor
On this episode, I get hands on with my final version SHER TWP dive watch, and then we're talking Tudor. Because it feels like it's been a while.You can follow the pod on Insta @thatwatchpodcast and you can also find us on YouTube now by heading over there and searching That Watch Podcast.
121: Research
This week, we're diving straight in to Matt's research challenge, where we all have to dig in to a watch or a brand that we don't know enough about.You can follow the pod on Insta @thatwatchpodcast and you can also find us on YouTube now by heading over there and searching That Watch Podcast.
120: Influence & addiction
This week, we're kick off with a wrist check, then we get straight into the subject of influence and watch addiction.
119: Matt's Vintage Tudor • Matt's AD visit • G's 62MAS • Tudor event
This week, we kick off with a wrist check, then Matt talks about his vintage Tudors and tells us about a recent visit to his AD, G picks up a Seiko, Darren and G go to a Tudor event, and we waste a few more minutes on the Royal Pop.
118: In conversation with Erik Gustafson, a.k.a. @hairspringwatches (V2, Pt.2)
This week we're back with our fabulous guest, Mr Erik Gustafson of Hairspring. In this second part of our conversation, we discuss whether the big brands future is at risk to the independents, Erik sets us The Hairspring Challenge, and we ask him to weigh in on the whole design debate. Huge thanks to Erik for his time and his wonderful company. You can follow him on Insta @hairspringwatches a
117: In conversation with Erik Gustafson, a.k.a. @hairspringwatches (V2, Pt.1)
This week we're honoured to welcome watch connoisseur and the epitome of charm, Mr Erik Gustafson of Hairspring. While G experiences some technical difficulties, Matt and Darren pick up with Erik about Hairspring's meteoric rise, leaping into the unknown and committing everything, Lange vs the Holy Trinity, and more.
116: NWA, Tudor, Royal Pop
We're back where we left off last week - G has one last NWA, then we're chatting Tudor until Darren turns the talk to the Royal Pop. You can follow the pod on Insta @thatwatchpodcast and you can also find us on YouTube by heading over there and searching That Watch Podcast.
115: Sher Watch news, consolidation, acquisition
This week, Darren is sharing the exciting news from Sher Watches, some bad news for his collection, and G updates on a new watch acquisition. Or two...You can follow the pod on Insta @thatwatchpodcast and you can also find us on YouTube now by heading over there and searching That Watch Podcast.
114: Design
This week, we're talking about watch design, although Matt and Darren seem to think it's all about the looks. We then go on to pick three watches each which exemplify a standout design or design feature.You can follow the pod on Insta @thatwatchpodcast and you can also find us on YouTube now by heading over there and searching That Watch Podcast.
113: Wrist checks, collection update, RSC service
This week, Matt, Darren and G are catching up with a wrist check, a collection update and G tells the fellas about his recent RSC service experience.
112: Watches And Wonders 2026
We recorded this one on our last morning at Watches & Wonders, so today we're doing a roundup of the show, discussing our impressions of the event, the brands and watches that stood out, who wasn't there, and our thoughts on Team Wilsdorf's releases.
111: Talking Tudor with Ross Povey and Andrew McUtchen
This week we're talking Tudor with the legends that are Tudor Collector, Ross Povey, and Mr Time + Tide, Andrew McUtchen.This episode was recorded at the Time + Tide Discovery Studio after a recent Tudor event, and you can also watch it right now on our new That Watch Podcast YouTube channel.Big thanks to Ross and Andrew for their time and wonderful company. You can follow Ross on Instagram @
110: Post-Quiz Chat with Stefano
This week we're back with Stefano from @falco_watches with our post-quiz chat, in which we cover innovation and modern vs. Vintage, Rolex CPO, and lots more. As ever, there's swearing throughout. ChatGPT says 42 swears, to be precise.
109: Quizmaster General
This week the podcast is hosted by Stefano from Falco Watches, who for the next hour, will be known as Quizmaster General. He's grilling us on our That Watch Podcast knowledge. Hilarity ensues...
108: BWD Continued plus preparations for Watches & Wonders
In this episode, we pick up right where we left off, continuing the conversation after a huge watch-filled British Watchmakers Day weekend. We dive into more of the standout pieces we saw, the people we met, and a few moments that definitely got out of hand, all while gearing up for the chaos of Geneva and Watches and Wonders.
107: The comeback and BWD
We’re back after a short break, and this time G is joining us from his “car studio.”In this episode, we dive into the watches currently on our wrists, Darren’s growing obsession with Hanhart, and the brilliant meet-up we had with our Instagram friends ahead of British Watchmakers’ Day. We wrap up with the first part of our discussion on the event itself, sharing initial thoughts and highlights.
106: Watches 101
This week we're doing a little something for anyone that's new to watches, and going through what we like to call Watches 101. We're distilling the modicum of wisdom that we've gathered over the years, and discussing how to approach purchases, dealer relationships, secondary and vintage watches, and how to sell.
105: 8+1, Time+Tide x Tudor event, News & Releases
Today G is talking about achieving an 8+1 collection, we discuss the Time+Tide Tudor event, and then we get onto some recent watch industry releases and headlines.
104: In conversation with Bobby, a.k.a. @ineedthatwatch (V2, pt.2)
This week we're back with Bobby, who tells us about his Rolex Daytona Le Mans, Land Dwellers, Patek Philippe and a whole lot more!Big thanks to Bobby as ever for his time and company. Give him a follow on Instagram @ineedthatwatch
103: In conversation with Bobby, a.k.a. @ineedthatwatch (V2, pt.1)
This we're back with our great mate Bobby. In this first of two parts, G prattles on about his recent consolidation, and we discuss the Tudor boutique's recent closure, value, and recent watch crime, before we move finally move on to a very lengthy wrist check. Big thanks to Bobby for his time and excellent company. You can find him on Instagram @ineedthatwatch
102: In conversation with Craig, a.k.a. thewatchwatch_ (V4, pt.2)
This we're back with our fabulous friend Craig, a.k.a. @thewatchwatch_And we're discussing Tudor and its place in the market, CPO and why Tudor isn't ready for it, NOMOS, TAG Heuer, Darren gives us a Sher Watch update, and we discuss where Craig's collection may go next.Big thanks again to Craig for his time and excellent company. You can find him on Instagram @thewatchwatch_
101: In conversation with Craig, a.k.a. @thewatchwatch_ (V4, pt.1)
This episode is a continuation of our 100th episode recording, for which we were joined by our fabulous friend Craig, a.k.a. @thewatchwatch_We discuss Craig's collection and in particular the Omega Aqua Terra, the Rolex OP Tiffany, the Grand Seiko Shunbun, Nomos, with a few tangents around Speedmasters, buying in Japan, and of course Tudor. Big thanks to Craig for his time and excellent compa
100: The market • Speedies • Buying from Japan • Best & Worst
100 baby!!! Today we're talking about selling on the current market, Speedmasters, buying from Japan, and our best & worst watch purchases since starting the pod.
99: Time+Tide x Tudor event • Falco Watches launch • Roger Smith
This week, Matt and Darren talk G through the recent Time+Tide Tudor event, we discuss the highly anticipated launch of Falco Watches, and Darren tells us about his new mate Roger.
98: Rolex Price Crash • AI Takeover
This week, we're talking about Darren's recent collector video with WatchGecko, Matt's got another new Speedy, we examine the supposed Rolex price crash narrative, and how AI and other real world changes may impact our collections.
97: Tudor Ranger, Tudor Value, Planet Ocean.
This week, Matt, Darren and G jump straight back in where they left off last week, and get into more thoughts on the Ranger, value within Tudor, and then talk about the new Planet Ocean.
96: Wrist check, Rolex, new Tudor Ranger
This week, Matt, Darren and G take time for a wrist check and then talk Rolex, before jumping in on the new Tudor Ranger.
95: Value, new Nina Rindts, 5402s, developing watch taste.
This week, we're picking up where we left off in our chat about Value, discussing recent releases from UG and Breguet, 5402 Royal Oaks, and how we perceive value and justify our purchases in general. We then discuss a question from @enthuseddad about how our tastes develop along the collecting journey.
94: Sher x TWP pre-order, Speedies, collection updates, value.
This week, Darren tells us about the new Sher x TWP dive watch pre-order, available now via sherwatch.comAlso: Matt talks Speedmasters, Darren updates on his collection, my Hulk kills my Burgundy, we hear more about the Sher Watch company, and we talk about value in the wake of recent auction results.
93: Ins & Outs, WatchPro Salon, 2025 In Watches
This week, Matt, Darren and G catch up on the latest news on our Ins and Outs, Darren talks us through his WatchPro Salon event experience, and then we turn our attention to 2025 in watches. This episode was recorded before the recent Planet Ocean and Ranger releases, which we'll cover off in a couple of episodes' time.
92: Bonus Q&A
This week we're catching up on some bonus Q&A that we just didn't have time to get to previously, and we answer questions from @waacbi @watch_girl_life @hendersonshorology @watchsimply @centralseconds and a ton more.
91: Rolex Servicing, Post-Reconsolidation Challenge reflection, Tudor, JLC event
This episode was recorded a few weeks back, and it's been on the shelf ever since, so you might find it's slightly out of date, but on this one, Matt, Darren and I are talking about Rolex servicing, we reflect on our Post-Reconsolidation Challenge, and then we get into Tudor and Darren and I discuss a recent JLC Event at the Time+Tide Discovery Studio. There's swearing throughout, s
89: Andrew McUtchen and the new Tudor x Time+Tide Library & Lounge
This week we're catching up with friend of the show, and founder of Time+Tide, Mr Andrew McUtchen, to discuss the super exciting news of Tudor's new partnership with the Time+Tide Discovery Studio. We ask Andrew why Tudor, we talk about what the brand means to all of us, Andrew gives us a little glimpse into the process that has culminated in this new collaboration, and we even get to v
88: Q&A, Vol.V, pt.2
We're back with Part 2 of our Q&A, and this week, Matt, Darren and G are answering questions about watches for life milestones, instagram and the watch community, rubber straps, celebrity watch collections, and more.
87: Q&A, Vol.V, pt.1
This week it's the first of a double episode Q&A, and after a not-so-brief chat and a wrist check, we get into some of your questions, and we're talking Longines, Microbrands and independents, building a three watch collection for £25k, and more.
86: 39% Reconsolidation Homework, Pt.2
This week it's Part 2 of our double episode, in which we're going through our hypothetical 39% Consolidation Homework challenge, looking at which of our watches we're keeping, and what can be consolidated. Today we're going through our Holds and our Sells, and talking about all the benefits of taking stock and understanding what's important and what's not.
85: 39% Reconsolidation Homework, Pt.1
This week it's Part 1 of a double episode, in which Matt, Darren and I get to our homework assignment to look at our collections, and identify 39% of our watches that can be consolidated. Today we're establishing what makes the cut into our core collections, we discuss our Holds, and Matt waxes lyrical about a certain 5402 Royal Oak.
84: In conversation with Phil Toledano, a.k.a. @misterenthusiast
On this bumper episode, we're joined by brand co-owner, artist, photographer, car nut, watch collector, all-round polymath, Phil Toledano. Over the course of our conversation, we talk to Phil about Geezer watches, Toledano and Chan, cars, his amazing AI art projects, and a whole lot more.Huge thanks to Phil for his time and wonderful company. You can follow Phil at any number of Insta account
83: GTG / New Explorer / Reconsolidation challenge
This week, Matt, Darren and G are discussing our last day out together with our pals @matt_taylor_vintage and @fathom_watches, in which Darren picks up a new Explorer, and we also set ourselves a challenge to research which watches in our collections we could sell off in a hypothetical reconsolidation.
82: In conversation with our mate Bobby, a.k.a. @ineedthatwatch, Pt.2
We're back with a second bumper episode, talking to our legendary friend Bobby, a.k.a. @ineedthatwatchThis time around, we talk about Patek Philippe and Bobby's recent Calatrava, his brief flirtation with Grand Seiko, taking a break from Instagram, the romantic ideal of consolidation, and a whole lot more.Huge thanks again to Bobby for his time and his wonderful company. Don't forge
81: In conversation with our mate Bobby, a.k.a. @ineedthatwatch, Pt.1
On this bumper episode, Matt, Darren and G are talking to our legendary friend Bobby, a.k.a. @ineedthatwatchThough he keeps a low profile on socials, Bobby is a serious collector of Rolex, particularly Daytonas. He's prolific in his acquisitions and divestments, and his collecting experience is well beyond his tender years. In this first part of a bumper conversation, Bobby shares some wonder
80: In conversation with Neil and Mark Cody, a.k.a. The Watch Brothers (@realwatchbrothers)
On this bumper episode, we're talking to Neil and Mark Cody, aka The Watch Brothers. After some wrist checks, the boys tell us about their watch journeys, how they got into watch journalism, working with brands, watch photography, and a whole lot more. You can follow Neil and Mark on Insta @realwatchbrothers and you can check out Neil's reviews and see more of Mark's photography at
79: Heuer, Panerai, CW Loco, Polar Explorer II, CWC, space watches
On this episode, Matt gets a new Heuer and becomes a CWC collector, Darren tries on a Panerai and discusses his new Loco, G is wearing a triggering Polar, and we talk space watches.
78: Rolex, one watch picks for meet-ups and holidays, newsletter headlines
On this episode, Matt asks if there will ever be a time we move away from Rolex, we each pick a watch to take to a collector meet-up and a beach holiday, plus we discuss recent industry newsletter headlines.
77: Harrods, Wristchecks, Deconsolidation, Sher Watch, White Surfer, and more!
On this episode, Darren tells us about his recent Harrods experience, we check some wrists, we talk deconsolidation, there's a Sher Watch update, Darren tells us about the Zenith White Surfer launch, and lots more.
76: In conversation with collector and founder of Timepiece Grading Specialists, Mr Fred Savage, a.k.a. @fredsavage
On this episode, we have the great honour and privilege to welcome watch collector, actor, and Talking Watches alum, Mr Fred Savage.Fred joins us looking at a gold 6263 Daytona, and we go on to discuss his watch collecting journey, and his exciting new business, Timepiece Grading Specialists, which offers a new watch grading and verification service for collectors, dealers, auction houses and insu
75: NWAs, rubber straps, Seiko, man maths, Comex Subs
On this episode, Matt, Darren and G are talking about our recent acquisitions, rubber straps (not rubber trousers), Seiko, man maths, Comex Subs, and more.
74: In conversation (again) with Rolex AD watchmaker Richard, a.k.a. @preferablyfolded, Pt.2
On this episode, we're back with the second part of our chat with our friend and Rolex AD after-sales watchmaker Richard, a.k.a. @preferablyfolded.We're diving straight back with Richard's thoughts on independents, whether watchmaking is a dying art, and changes in Rolex servicing. Richard answers questions from Tony Traina, and we cover a whole lot more. Apologies again for the fac
73: In conversation (again) with Rolex AD watchmaker Richard, a.k.a. @preferablyfolded, Pt.1
On this episode, we're catching up with our old pal Richard, a.k.a. @preferablyfolded.For those who missed episodes 20 and 21, Richard's a Rolex AD after-sales watchmaker. To say he knows the ins-and-outs of Rolex watchmaking is putting it mildly. He's also a big Universal Genève fan, so prepare yourselves for some deep dive Rolex and UG chat!Apologies for the fact that G's mic
72: Collector vs. Enthusiast, 3x3 Watches
Welcome to Episode 72 of That Watch Podcast!On this episode, we're focusing on just two things: first up, Matt asks the question - are we collectors or enthusiasts? Then, we look to pick three watches from brands we don't already own, in a bit of pointless yet fun theoretical online window shopping.
71: Watch collection updates, BB54 Lagoon Blue, Tudor Boutique event
We're back from a little break with the first part of a conversation we had back on Father's Day, and on this episode, we're talking about our Watch Collection Updates, the New Tudor Black Bay 54 Release, our recent Tudor Boutique Event, and a whole lot more.
70: In conversation (again) with Tony Traina, a.k.a. @tony_traina, Pt.2
We're back for the second part of our conversation with former Hodinkee editor and founder of the Unpolished newsletter, Mr Tony Traina. On this episode, we talk to Tony about Lange, Berneron, Heuer, Chopard, and lots more. We're going to have a few weeks off, but rest assured, we'll be back soon with more watch chat and more special guests. So until then, take it easy.
69: In conversation (again) with Tony Traina, a.k.a. @tony_traina, Pt.1
This week we're joined by our special guest, former Hodinkee editor, and founder of the Unpolished newsletter, Mr Tony Traina, a.k.a. @tony_trainaWe talk to Tony about anxiety in the auction world, restoration vs. Preservation, the misuse of the term "Unpolished", Tony's thoughts of Watches & Wonders, and a whole lot more.
68: In conversation with Sophie Cassaro, a.k.a. @sophies.watch.world
This week Matt, Darren and G are joined by special guest Sophie Cassaro, a.k.a. @sophies.watch.worldWe talk to Sophie about how she got into watches, the birth of her Instagram account, her passion for micro brands, working with brands, Watches & Wonders, gender and watch design, and dealing with harassment on social media.
67: Tudor F1 Chrono, Tudor collection updates, Christopher Ward Loco launch, Piaget
On today's show we're talking Tudor, with the new Tudor F1 Chronograph and updates on our Tudor collections, before Darren tells us all about the Christopher Ward Loco launch, and the Piaget event, both of which he attended at the Time + Tide Discovery Studio. From G: many apologies about the audio quality on my mic. I was an idiot and didn't select the right input. Sorry!
66: In conversation with Ryan Henderson, a.k.a. @hendersonshorology
On this episode, Matt, Darren and G speak to our friend and Watch Instagram founding father Ryan Henderson, a.k.a. @hendersonshorologyRyan tells us about how he got into Instagram, working with brands, his collecting journey from Tissot chronographs to a Speedmaster and beyond, and then we get into some proper watch chat!
65: New Sub, Broken Matt, W&W
On this episode, Matt, Darren and G kick off with a quick wrist check, G talks about his new Sub, Matt tells us about breaking himself, and we round things out with a belated catch up on Watches & Wonders.
64: In conversation with Sylvain Berneron (co-founder and CEO, Berneron)
On this bumper episode, Matt, Darren and G are thrilled to welcome watch designer and Berneron co-founder and CEO, Sylvain Berneron. If you're not familiar with Berneron's watches already, we urge you to head over right now to check them out at berneron.ch or via Instagram @berneron. But listen on and you'll hear Sylvain fill us in on his background in design, before we dive deep in
63: In conversation with Patricia Hunt, a.k.a. @watch_girl_life, Pt.2
On this episode Matt, Darren and G are back with the second instalment of our conversation with our friend Trish, aka @watch_girl_lifeThis time we're talking about watch photography, Instagram, working with brands, and then we get back to what Trish has in her new Tudor box.Huge thanks again to Trish for taking the time to talk to us. If you don't already, you can follow her on Instagram
62: In conversation with Patricia Hunt, a.k.a. @watch_girl_life, Pt.1
On Episode 62, Matt, Darren and G are talking to our friend from down under, Trish, aka @watch_girl_lifeAfter we get a wrist check out the way, we talk to Trish about her favourite brands, including Rolex, Tudor and Omega, and she fills us in on where things started for her as a watch collector.
61: Q&A Part 2
In This episode we continue and conclude our Q&A, answering all of the questions you submitted. We discuss all sorts including, a 'That Watch Podcast' collaboration watch. Watches each of us like that no one else really seems to get. Watch Brands that we have an unfavourable Impression of but are curios about and much much more!
60: TAG, GTGs and Gimlets, BWD, Q&A
This week we start off with a brief chat about TAG Heuer and LVMH at the Formula 1, before getting into our last GTG and the Gimlet launch party, plus Darren talks us through British Watchmakers Day. We then move on to part 1 of our latest Q&A.
59: Gimlets, Patek party, AP's anniversary, Tudor's sales slump
This week Darren gets excited about the Gimlet and British Watchmakers Day, and we're talking about his recent Patek party experience, AP's anniversary releases, and Tudor's recent sales slump.
58: One Week Watch Rotation update and a ton of NWAs
This week Matt, Darren and I open with a message from our new sponsor, the wonderful Sher Watches, before we move on to just two discussion points: our One Week Rotation Challenge round-up, and our latest NWAs.
