16 The 2022 GS9 Club Experience

In this episode, I describe my experience attending the 2024 Watches and Wonders show in Geneva, Switzerland. I share my thoughts on the venue, takeaways from the releases and advice for those who want to attend in 2025. For show notes, check out https://www.the36mm.com/

In this episode, I discuss the history, legacy and fit of the Blancpain Fifty Fathoms. While I’ll be the first to admit this is a big watch, the legacy and a few design elements of the Fifty Fathoms make it an empowering choice for slim wrists. For show notes, check out https://www.the36mm.com/episodes

In this episode, I describe my experience attending the 2023 Grand Seiko GS9 Event in Los Angeles. I share my thoughts on the venue, takeaways from the talks, announced new releases, and the party's highlights. For show notes, check out https://www.the36mm.com/

In this episode, I delve into the Hublot Big Bang Integrated Time Only All Black. I explore the history Hublot to help give context on the brand, and how it’s shaped modern watch design. Finally, as usual, I provide an in-depth discussion about the watch's movement, measurements, and fit. For show notes, check out https://www.the36mm.com

In this episode, I delve into the unique, left-hand configuration of the Rolex GMT-Master II "Sprite," a first for Rolex's mainstream production. I explore the history of the GMT-Master line, highlighting its technical advancements, iconic design elements, and evolving color schemes over the decades. Finally, as usual, I provide an in-depth discussion about the watch's movement, measurements, and fit. For show notes, check out https://www.the36mm.com/

The Rolex Air King Reference 126900 may seem out of place in Rolex’s storied catalog of iconic watch designs. In this episode, I’ll dig into the history of the Air King and discuss why the design choices Rolex made for this watch make it an exciting part of its catalog. I’ll also discuss the fit and why it may be an excellent alternative to the Rolex Explorer for those who want something unique. For show notes, check out https://www.the36mm.com/

The Grand Seiko “SnowGraph” SBGC247 integrates one of the most accurate chronograph movements in the industry with a design that references both Grand Seiko and Japanese history. In this episode, I discuss the history of Grand Seiko Chronographs and why the design of the "SnowGraph" enables wear on slim wrists despite its size. For show notes, check out the36mm.com

The CasiOak is one of the few watches that appeals to broad sets of the collecting community, highlights Casio’s heritage and is a demonstration of how a larger case size can fit slim wrists. For show notes, check out https://www.the36mm.com/

The Grand Seiko GS9 Club is a membership organization for collectors who have purchased a Grand Seiko from an official GS boutique or authorized dealer. On November 18, 2022 Grand Seiko held an event for members of the US chapter. In this episode I share my experience attending, along with some amazing watches. For show notes, check out https://www.the36mm.com/

The Omega Seamaster 300M No Time to Die 007 Edition is the most interesting dive watch I’ve worn. The Seamaster 300 line has sixty-five years of history, a relationship with James Bond and despite the measurements on paper fits slim wrists well. I get into all these topics in this episode, and explain why this version of the Bond watch works for slim wrists. For show notes, check out https://www.the36mm.com/