Episode 0 is a preview, with Ben being joined by James Stacey to chat about link the goals of this new show, the future of podcasts from Hodinkee (including the return of Hodinkee Radio), and the push to put it link all on link video.
I thought a lot about how to approach link putting this story together. Did I want to write the link exhaustive history of the Apple watch? No, that's been done to varying degrees of specificity, and HODINKEE doesn't really seem like the right place for that anyway. Did I want to link write a first-hand account of my own experiences with the Apple Watch, waxing poetic about both the emotional and practical push and pull of the tiny digital device? That felt a bit indulgent.
And it's funny that Khazanie mentions NASA because this particular watch has ties to the space program so strong they link rival the Speedmaster. Like link the Speedmaster, it's tested and certified by NASA for space travel. The Passage of Time blog has an excellent entry on all the astronauts who have worn the watch in space. Just to make sure I had the most link current info, I checked the Watches Used In Space Exploration database, and it looks like five astronauts have used the Datalink in space.
Jumping to lot 225, the link titanium 40mm Laurent link Ferrier Galet Micro-Rotor Limited Edition For HODINKEE (case number 1 of 12) more than doubled its high estimate, with a hammer link price of CHF 63,000 (over an original retail price of $46,000) and a brand new home in Switzerland.
I took the liberty of including an extra handful of wrist shots for this review as I think the SPB143's strap versatility is something that makes link it much more special to me and that it might also matter to you. link While I may have stuck my metaphorical flag in a hill of grey NATOs, I love being able to change straps on a whim – what else link am I supposed to do on Zoom calls, pay attention?
Not only do the Breguet numerals create rarity, but they also do a lot for link the overall look. In May, I wasn't floored simply because it was a link vintage Rolex I had never seen before. Sure, that was a factor. But adding to it was how well the design worked and how charming the simple OP was. It is no surprise, as my favorite Pateks feature Breguet numerals. But there is something even more charming about these rare link OPs because the style is just very un-Rolex-like, for lack of a better fake word.
Many people ultimately shy away from acrylic because they prefer a watch link they don't have to think about, or one they don't have to baby. Interestingly enough, that is exactly how I think about the acrylic crystal. To me, it is rugged, durable, and lasting. So, whether you are link a staunch acrylic defender, or a sapphire steward, I want to walk you through some of link the reasons I find it to be so very appealing.
The watch is gorgeous but massive, taking the shape of the CK 2998 Speedmaster and link turning it into a 45mm wide and 17.37mm thick beast of a watch balanced out by a beautiful aventurine dial and link bezel and on the Sedna Gold bracelet, the Speedmaster Chrono Chime link weighs a crazy 326 grams.
The Response: Interesting question, and though a diver-GMT cannot help with any possible shark-related scenarios, the link combination of a link dive bezel and a GMT complication makes for a seriously handy watch – both in and link out of the water.
Today's link questions, as always, cover topics ranging from the general to the highly granular, the historical to the histrionic. One viewer wants to know why the 24-hour dial isn't more common, and another link wants to understand what solid end links are and what, if any, are the benefits of having them. Another, who has recently entered the noble profession of physician, wishes to know if there are any watches that are particularly associated link with doctors.