Time + tide
In Episode 02, Eleonor, Kristian, and Andrew discuss affordable watches that they personally recommend to both collectors and newcomers. The conversation combines humor, personal anecdotes and expert insights to explore the nuance between bargain and affordable watches.
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They emphasize brands and models that balance price, quality and collector respect, with “affordable prices” being subjective, with watches ranging from under $1,000 to under thousands of dollars. They also point to the important distinction between bargains and affordable watches, highlighting that bargain watches are often defined as low prices (usually under $1,000), but not all bargains bring lasting value or collector benefits. Affordable watches are sometimes expensive, but often offer a richer experience through quality, design and brand story, making them more desirable for collectors who want to wear and enjoy their work.
The major watches being discussed include watches from micro-indie brands such as Furlan Marri Mechaquartz, Dennison Ald, Serica Divers and Toladano & Chan B/1, along with cult favorite brands such as Seiko, Casio, Nomos and Oris.
The host looks back at the design of watches, craftsmanship, and the evolving micro-brand landscape, noting that several small brands are disrupting traditional pricing and style. They also touch on the importance, rarity and the emotional connections that collectors have on watches. This episode closes in a mandatory round of illness, presents the character behind the watch and celebrates the culture surrounding collecting through Time+Tide card game for watch collectors.
What do you think is the best affordable watch? Please let us know in the comments.
What is the question of time?
What is the question of time? It’s about three watch experts coming together to talk about the subject they love: a watch. Three hearts. A passion. Always in the world. The question of time features Eleonor Picciotto (The Eye of Jewellery, 1916 Company), Kristian Haagen (author, Scandinavian Watch Ontricordinare), and Andrew Mcutchen (founder, Time+Tide).
All the complete episodes of the matter of time will be posted here on The Tide+Tide YouTube channel.
