The Deep Track

Send us Fan MailThis week we celebrate the Milwaukee Brewers' first ever world championship while pondering the Ming 37.09 II Uni as a diver, or as something else entirely. Stepping back, the news from Zenith has much broader implications, and presents a few possible routes ahead, which are explored in this episode. Show Notes:Ming 37.09 II UniCollective HorologyEp. 21 with Benoit de ClerckReview: Zenith Chronomaster Original Triple CalendarReview: Zenith Defy Extreme DiverReview: Zenith Pilot Big DateSupport the show

Send us Fan MailThis week, producer Josh joins the show to chat about New York Watch Week and some of the new releases that come with it. Additionally, we chat about the difference between a watch’s capabilities and its eventual reality on the wrist, and how brand messaging has evolved to account for this. They may not be necessary, but the hardcore functionality certainly lends something to the watch’s personality and character in how we experience it. Show Notes:Casio Timber CruiserRolex GMT-Master IINYC Watch WeekRolex Padellone PerpetualToledano & Chan B/1 DazzleDazzle camouflage (created by British marine artist Norman Wilkinson)Opinion: Taglines and toolwatchesBrooklyn Podcast StudioSupport the show

Send us Fan MailThis week I spotlight some new gear that I've picked up (which includes some very old gear) and talk about some gear that's stood the test of time. This is not meant to be a consumer-centric discussion, but rather a thoughtful look at what gets used over the long haul, and making a conscious effort to ultimately have fewer, nicer things. Additionally, I offer thoughts on the IWC Ingenieur 50th anniversary limited editions, and the new Rolex Perpetual Padellone. Show Notes:The Deep TrackCollective HorologyOpenworked PodcastLeica SL3-PUrth Filters & StrapsHasselblad 500 SeriesRed Wing Iron RangersIWC Ingenieur 50th AnniversaryRolex PadelloneSupport the show

Send us Fan MailThis week, I recap my time in Geneva with Collective Horology, and talk about a few of the standout releases from the show. Even Tudor got in on the action with the release of a new Northflag, a watch we've been waiting and hoping to see return. There's also hands-on thoughts on the new Zenith Chronomaster Solo Sport and Fears Brunswick 39 Perpetual Calendar. Finally, I wade into the Christopher Ward drama and ponder the role of media in calling out brands publicly. Show Notes:The Deep TrackCollective HorologyCWC Sub300 TiMing OdysseyGallet WatchesTudor NorthflagZenith Chromaster Solo SportBulgari x Vianney HalterFears Brunswick 39 Perpetual CalendarOpenworked PodcastLegare Chapter 1 Support the show

Send us Fan MailThis week, I discuss some changes that will be taking place at The Deep Track, and what my new role at Collective Horology will mean moving ahead. In short, it will allow for a greater focus on the adventures and gear that inform my journey around watches. Also discussed are new watches from Ming in the 57.05 Comet, a new Speedy Reduced, and the Straum Expedition. All in all, a pretty exciting week in the world of watches. Show Notes:Collective HorologyCollective Horology on InstagramOmega Speedmaster ProfessionalStraum ExpeditionOmega Speedmaster 38Ming 57.05 CometSupport the show

Send us Fan MailThis week, the Tudor Black Bay Chrono 39 has finally arrived for a hands-on look, and while the full review is still in the works, I offer first impressions about all the small details that excite me about this watch. Okay, so the yellow still isn't hitting, but many of the other details are, and they open the door for a watch I've been asking for for a very, very long time. Also in this episode, a quick look at the Nikonos camera, and the Canon Sure Shot WP. Show Notes:The Deep TrackTudor Pelagos FXDGMT on FilmNikonosTudor Black Bay Chrono 39Support the show

Send us Fan MailThis week, Wesley Smith returns to the podcast to chat about summer travel, the gear we’re using, and how some of us have taken a step back from social media and why. This episode contains insights on the how and why of the content and products we produce, and what motivates each of us. The gear oftentimes isn’t as important as the doing. There are still a few hats left for purchase - huge thanks to everyone that has picked one up, please tag The Deep Track if you’re showing off your fit on social. Show Notes:The Deep TrackStandard HToronto Timepiece ShowEd Rhee on InstagramThe Deep Track HatCamera WestLeica SL3-PLeica M10 MonochromeLight Lens LabAutodromo Group B Night Stage IIAutodromo Group B ChronographUnpolished WatchesRolex Daytona 126500 ReviewBen Collins on YouTubeSupport the show

Send us Fan MailThis week’s episode is a solo discussion about why we find nostalgia so compelling, and why that might ultimately be holding us back. Sometimes, capturing the look of the past doesn’t quite cut it, and taking the time to find period-correct pieces can reveal the full intent and experience. Film cameras offer a nice analogy for this discussion. Show Notes:The Deep Track ShopLongines Hydroconquest Review by Devin PennypackerWatches of Espionage - Heart of the BeastRolex Sea-Dweller 16600Tudor Heritage ChronographNikon F3Modern Leica M6Support the show

Send us Fan MailThis week, Karel Bachand of Barrelhand joins the podcast to discuss all things space watches, and the brand’s Monolith, a modern take on the genre. We tackle the history of developing watches for space, and the challenges that come with it, as well as how that history was wielded in the development of the Monolith. Additionally, we ponder the modern identity of the tool watch, and why concerted efforts in this space are few and far between these days. The Monolith represents a new frontier in many ways, and one that may not yet be fully understood (we barely scratch the surface in this episode), let alone appreciated. Show Notes:BarrelhandBarrelhand Monolith Introduction on HodinkeeThe MonolithArthur C. Clarke’s 2001: A Space OdysseyVoyager Golden RecordsPioneer PlaqueSupport the show

Send us Fan MailReddit is full of hot takes, and while most will elicit a dangerously deep eye roll, some of them hide some nuggets of wisdom, and it is here that we explore in this week's episode. Also discussed is a shift back to analog photography, and how that influences an appreciation for mechanical watches. But first, a look back at the Autodromo Group B Chronograph. Show Notes:AutodromoAutodromo Group B ChronographAutodromo Group CWatchHotTakesYou don’t need a well rounded collectionAt some point, you’re destined to end up with a SpeedmasterVintage Rolex are the same build quality as modern Seiko 5ETA based movements are a positive selling pointSupport the show