Independent Thinking - @Belchengruppe; point blank without bells or whistles

In this episode of the Independent Thinking Show for ⁠⁠@FifthWrist⁠⁠ Radio, Roman (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@TimesRomanAU⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) and Claus (⁠⁠@tapir_ffm⁠⁠) sit down with Manuel Emch (@emchtagram), the visionary behind many contemporary watchmaking innovations, spearheading @kollokium and @louiserardofficial.The conversation traverses Manuel’s illustrious career, from his influential work with Jaquet Droz and Romain Jerome to his current impactful work leading @kollokium⁠ and ⁠@louiserardofficial⁠.. Manuel also shares personal anecdotes, the challenges of the industry, and how he brings the artistry of horology and creative collaborations to life. Recorded before Geneva Watch Days 2025, this is a 'must-listen' for anyone passionate about the intersection of creativity and craftsmanship in watchmaking.Make sure to check out Manuel's work at @kollokium⁠ and ⁠@louiserardofficial⁠.Follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@FifthWrist⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ #fifthwrist #fifthwristradio #fifthwristradiopodcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@FifthWrist ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Independent Thinking Show is a place dedicated to showcasing the great people doing interesting and cool things in the world of horology.  To join our crew group chat then please email us at [email protected] and if you have time please leave us a review wherever you listen to our podcast.Theme Music for 2025 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TheWrong Time by Silent Partner (via YouTube Free Music Channel)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this episode of the Independent Thinking Show for @FifthWrist Radio, Adam (@mediumwatch) and Claus (@tapir_ffm) talk to Tom van Wijlick, founder of CDMLEC, the group which has brought @airain and @leboisandco back to a splendid life.After we (as everybody else currently does) discuss about tariffs (but featuring the inside view of a supplier of Swiss Made watches), we get into the two amazing brands which combine preserved original design with modern technology – and the third one, as Tom also revived the legendary Fixoflex!Did you ever hear about the Parmentier crown locking system?Did you know that seconde/seconde co-laborated with Airain?Did you know that the brand-new LeBois & Co chonograph is available with an enamel dial (well, actually three …)Instagram recommendation:@donzecadranssaFollow us on Instagram: @FifthWrist #fifthwrist #fifthwristradio #fifthwristradiopodcast @FifthWrist Independent Thinking Show is a place dedicated to showcasing the great people doing interesting and cool things in the world of horology.  To join our crew group chat then please email us at [email protected] and if you have time please leave us a review wherever you listen to our podcast.Theme Music for 2025 TheWrong Time by Silent Partner (via YouTube Free Music Channel)

In this episode of the Independent Thinking Show for @FifthWrist Radio, Adam (@mediumwatch) and Claus (@tapir_ffm) talk to Christoph Schnee, founder of Belchengruppe (@belchengruppe). We don't just talk about watches in general and those of the Belchengruppe, we take a broad look at watch and font design and design as a whole, the openmovement idea, the general concept and perception of time and much more ... and about having fun.We even touch the pomodoro technique and french cars …Instagram recommendations of Christoph:@core77@designboomClaus:https://www.instagram.com/p/DKuQx7xMU2D/?img_index=1Adam:@openmovement_watchmakingFollow us on Instagram: @FifthWrist #fifthwrist #fifthwristradio #fifthwristradiopodcast @FifthWrist Independent Thinking Show is a place dedicated to showcasing the great people doing interesting and cool things in the world of horology.  To join our crew group chat then please email us at [email protected] and if you have time please leave us a review wherever you listen to our podcast.Theme Music for 2025 TheWrong Time by Silent Partner (via YouTube Free Music Channel)

In this episode of the Independent Thinking Show for ⁠@FifthWrist⁠ Radio, Roman (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@TimesRomanAU⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) and Claus (⁠@tapir_ffm⁠) interview  Dr Sébastien Chaulmontet - proprietor of Albishorn Watches (@albishorn_watches), book author and a multifaceted expert in horology, chronographs and movement design.Our discussion explores Albishorn’s unique approach to creating 'imaginary vintage' watches, focusing on niche horological complications such as the Maxigraph regatta chronograph (Roman's new favourite chronograph!) and others. Sébastien shares his insights on the challenges of launching a watch brand, the balance between creative freedom and practical limitations, and his future vision for Albishorn, including upcoming models and the brand's commitment to maintaining approachable prices. The episode also touches upon Sébastien's other influential roles at Sellita, La Joux-Perret, Angelus and Arnold & Son, and his passion for historical horology.Make sure to check out Albishorn Watches on Instagram @albishorn_watches and https://albishorn-watches.ch/enYou can also order Sébastien's book: Chronographs for Collectors here: https://watchprint.com/en/books-on-watches/219-chronographs-for-collectors.htmlFollow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@FifthWrist⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ #fifthwrist #fifthwristradio #fifthwristradiopodcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@FifthWrist ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Independent Thinking Show is a place dedicated to showcasing the great people doing interesting and cool things in the world of horology.  To join our crew group chat then please email us at [email protected] and if you have time please leave us a review wherever you listen to our podcast.Theme Music for 2025 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TheWrong Time by Silent Partner (via YouTube Free Music Channel)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this episode of the Independent Thinking Show for @FifthWrist Radio, Roman (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@TimesRomanAU⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) and Claus (@tapir_ffm) interview Inga Duffy-Shorokhova, Director of Marketing (and daughter of the brand's creator) from Alexander Shorokhoff watches (@alexander_shorokhoff).We delve into the history and unique journey of the brand, starting with Inga's father, Alexander Shorokhoff, who transitioned from an architect/civic engineer in the Soviet Union to pioneering a distinctive watch brand in Germany.Inga shares insights into the family-run company, discusses their creative process, the importance of authenticity, and highlights their innovative designs and elaborately decorated dials and movements.The conversation also touches on the company's market presence, future goals and the upcoming trade fairs.Inga's passion and deep connection to the brand shine through, providing listeners with an enriching look at the art and passion behind Alexander Shorokhoff watches.Make sure to check out @Alexander_Shorokhoff watches on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠and their website https://alexander-shorokhoff.com.Follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@FifthWrist⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ #fifthwrist #fifthwristradio #fifthwristradiopodcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@FifthWrist ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Independent Thinking Show is a place dedicated to showcasing the great people doing interesting and cool things in the world of horology.  To join our crew group chat then please email us at [email protected] and if you have time please leave us a review wherever you listen to our podcast.Theme Music for 2025 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TheWrong Time by Silent Partner (via YouTube Free Music Channel)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this episode of the Independent Thinking Show for@FifthWrist Radio, Roman (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@TimesRomanAU⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) is joined by Yan (@Yandretti), a passionate watch collector from New York, known for his diverse and unique collection. The discussion dives into the world of independent watchmaking, spotlighting diverse makers like Fernando Ronzon (@f.ronzon), Behrens (@behrensofficial), Konstantin Chaykin (@k_chaykin) and many others.Yan shares his journey into horology, his appreciation for avant-garde designs, and his insights on the cultural significance of watches. The conversation touches on the trends Yan wishes to see in the industry, his new acquisitions, and the mutual appreciation for under-the-radar brands. Join Roman and Yan as they explore the depth and breadth of horological artistry and the joy of discovering and sharing unique timepieces.Make sure to check out Yan’s Instagram ⁠@Yandretti and his other podcasts and YouTube appearances.Follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@FifthWrist⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ #fifthwrist #fifthwristradio #fifthwristradiopodcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@FifthWrist ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Independent Thinking Show is a place dedicated to showcasing the great people doing interesting and cool things in the world of horology.  To join our crew group chat then please email us at [email protected] and if you have time please leave us a review wherever you listen to our podcast.Theme Music for 2025 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TheWrong Time by Silent Partner (via YouTube Free Music Channel)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Today the "modified" Fifth Wrist European Gang talks about four hitters and four shitters of the new watches of the Watches and Wonders and the surrounding events. Huge love goes out to Benoît aka @petitsecondesShoutout to Jon Woods aka @jonthewatch Hitters:Phil (@pippy):https://angelus-watches.com/collections/la-fabrique/chronographe-telemetre-gold-whiteWolfgang (@w_a_t_c_h_s_t_y_l_e):https://speake-marin.com/watch/resilience-titanium/Claus (@tapir_ffm): https://www.instagram.com/p/DH4UmA0I_Yz/?img_index=1Elio (the349designer):https://www.arnoldandson.com/collections/constant-force/1fcbj-e01a-c246j/Shitters:Elio:  https://www.watchesandwonders.com/en/geneva-2025/brands/cartierWolfgang: https://www.bellross.com/eu/en-gb/our-watches/our-novelties/novelties/br-03-astro-rubber-strapClaus:https://h-moser.com/pop-collection/Phil:https://www.montblanc.com/en-pt/wrist-watch_cod46376663162839647.htmlwatches were my first loveand they will be my lastwatches of the futureand watches of the pastDetailed show notes have been available in the past and will be available in the future.For now we only have four geeks taking about watches of the past and the future. Theme music: diy by @tapir_ffm based on the aria «Ebben? Ne andrò lontana» of the opera «La Wally» by Alfredo CatalaniFifth Wrist and Fifth Wrist Radio are both community run projects. Designed to serve the watch enthusiast community. We reject all forms of outside watch brand intervention and take no money, watches or goods from watch companies. The future direction of the website and podcasts are driven by the people who take part in this project.To join the action and get involved why not get started by reviewing one of your own watches at fifthwrist.com/write-review Follow us on Instagram: @fifthwrist We hope you enjoy listening to this episode as much as we enjoyed making it! Thanks to everyone in the Fifth Wrist community who give their time to make this project possible. The hosts, co-hosts, writers and editors, plus everyone who takes the time to share and promote this project daily. Please take the time to leave us a review wherever you listen to our podcast. Thank you for all the positive reviews and comments on our episodes. We read and appreciate each one! The time is gone, the show is over, thought I’d something more to say…

In this episode of the Independent Thinking Show for@FifthWrist Radio, Roman (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@TimesRomanAU⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠)and Claus (⁠⁠@tapir_ffm⁠⁠) speak with Thomas Brechtel (@watchesandwords) - horological author, photographer and skateboarder! We delve into Thomas's extensive knowledge in horology,covering his background in scientific writing, his passion for photography, and his deep appreciation for enamel, guilloché and other horological crafts. Thomas shares his collecting journey, highlighting hisfascination with complicated watches, pocket watches, and desk clocks . We also discuss the importance of preserving horological craft knowledge and the value of in-depth writing. Special shoutouts to friends and heroes of Fifth Wrist: Benoit @petitesecondes; Vanessa Lecci (@vanessalecciaterlier), Jochen Benzinger (@benzingerwatches),  @OchsUndJunior  , @parmigianifleurier, and Alex Barter (@alexanderbarter and @blackboughwatches).Make sure to check out Thomas’ article on the Chick-Lip project on Quill & Pad and the Hour Glass Thomas Engel/ Richard Daners online exhibition. @thehourglass_official; @quillandpadMake sure to check out Thomas’ Instagram @watchesandwords and read his writing!Follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@FifthWrist⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ #fifthwrist #fifthwristradio #fifthwristradiopodcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@FifthWrist ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Independent Thinking Show is a place dedicated to showcasing the great people doing interesting and cool things in the world of horology.  To join our crew group chat then please email us at [email protected] and if you have time please leave us a review wherever you listen to our podcast. Theme Music for 2025 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TheWrong Time by Silent Partner (via YouTube Free Music Channel)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Bjoern Altmann In this episode of the Independent Thinking Show for @FifthWrist Radio, Roman (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@TimesRomanAU⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) and Claus (@tapir_ffm) speak with Bjoern Altmann (@bjoernaltmann) - horological illustrator, typographer, author and designer.Bjorn Altmann, a graphic designer and illustrator with a deep passion for horology. Discover Bjoern's journey from Germany to London, his expertise in typography, logo design and his fascinating work illustrating watches and manhole covers! The conversation delves into the significance of fonts in watch design, the meticulous process of creating (or imagining) accurate watch illustrations, and Bjoern's collaborations with brands like Tag Heuer (@tagheuer),  Ollech & Wajs ⁠(@OllechandWajs) and many others.This episode also provides a unique perspective on the often-overlooked world of typography and illustration in watch design and collecting.Please also make sure to check out Bjoern’s amazing work on Instagram at (@bjoernaltmann) and  https://www.bjoernaltmann.com/   ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@FifthWrist⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  #fifthwrist #fifthwristradio #fifthwristradiopodcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@FifthWrist ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ #ollechwajswatchesIndependent Thinking Show is a place dedicated to showcasing the great people doing interesting and cool things in the world of horology. To join our crew group chat then please email us at [email protected] and if you have time please leave us a review wherever you listen to our podcast.Theme Music for 2025 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Wrong Time by Silent Partner (via YouTube Free Music Channel)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  

In this episode of the Independent Thinking Show for Fifth Wrist Radio, Roman (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@TimesRomanAU⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠hosts  Charles Le Menestrel owner and CEO of  independent watch brand Ollech & Wajs (@ow-watches)We discuss the O&W’s  rich history, from its origins in 1956 Zurich, where founders began by supplying military and professional watches, to its innovative strides in diving and aviation watch technology in the 1960s and beyond. Charles delves into the pivotal moments and the brand’s role in horological advancements, the challenges it faced during the quartz revolution, and how it continued to produce mechanical watches to this day. Charles outlines the meticulous process behind the modern revival of the brand since 2017, his strategy for maintaining the authentic Swiss quality, and the ongoing custom watch projects for military units and collectors. The episode provides an intimate look at the passion driving Ole and Weiss and its commitment to quality and heritage.Check out Ollech & Wajs Watches at  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @OllechandWajs and  www.ow-watch.com Follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@FifthWrist⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  #fifthwrist #fifthwristradio #fifthwristradiopodcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@FifthWrist ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ #ollechwajswatchesIndependent Thinking Show is a place dedicated to showcasing the great people doing interesting and cool things in the world of horology. To join our crew group chat then please email us at [email protected] and if you have time please leave us a review wherever you listen to our podcast.Theme Music for 2025 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Wrong Time by Silent Partner (via YouTube Free Music Channel)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠