The Deep Track

The Deep Track, Ep. 113 - New Gear/Old Gear Pick Ups, Inge 50th, Rolex Padellone

Send us Fan Mail This 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 Track Collective Horology Openworked Podcast Leica SL3-P Urth Filters & Straps Hasselblad 500 Series Red Wing Iron Rangers IWC Ingenieur 50th Anniversary Rolex Padellone Support the show

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The Deep Track, Ep. 112 - Geneva Watch Days, Christopher Ward Drama, & Tudor Northflag

Send us Fan Mail This 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 Track Collective Horology CWC Sub300 Ti Ming Odyssey Gallet Watches Tudor Northflag Zenith Chromaster Solo Sport Bulgari x Vianney Halter Fears Brunswick 39 Perpetual Calendar Openworked Podcast Legare Chapter 1 Support the show

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The Deep Track, Ep. 111 - The Future of The Deep Track, Ming 57.05, & Straum Expedition

Send us Fan Mail This 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 Horology Collective Horology on Instagram Omega Speedmaster Professional Straum Expedition Omega Speedmaster 38 Ming 57.05 Comet Support the show

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The Deep Track, Ep. 110 - First Impressions of the Tudor Black Bay Chrono 39

Send us Fan Mail This 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 Track Tudor Pelagos FXD GMT on Film Nikonos Tudor Black Bay Chrono 39 Support the show

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The Deep Track, Ep. 109 - Gear that Prioritizes Substance Over Style with Wesley Smith

Send us Fan Mail This 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 Track Standard H Toronto Timepiece Show Ed Rhee on Instagram The Deep Track Hat Camera West Leica SL3-P Leica M10 Monochrome Light Lens Lab Autodromo Group B Night Stage II Autodromo Group B Chronograph Unpolished Watches Rolex Daytona 126500 Review Ben Collins on YouTube Support the show

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The Deep Track, Ep. 108 - Film Photography, and Misunderstanding Nostalgia

Send us Fan Mail This 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 Shop Longines Hydroconquest Review by Devin Pennypacker Watches of Espionage - Heart of the Beast Rolex Sea-Dweller 16600 Tudor Heritage Chronograph Nikon F3 Modern Leica M6 Support the show

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The Deep Track, Ep. 107 - Watches Built for Space Exploration with Barrelhand's Karel Bachand

Send us Fan Mail This 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: Barrelhand Barrelhand Monolith Introduction on Hodinkee The Monolith Arthur C. Clarke’s 2001: A Space Odyssey Voyager Golden Records Pioneer Plaque Support the show

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The Deep Track, Ep. 106 - Analog Lifestyle and Hot Takes from Reddit

Send us Fan Mail Reddit 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: Autodromo Autodromo Group B Chronograph Autodromo Group C WatchHotTakes You don’t need a well rounded collection At some point, you’re destined to end up with a Speedmaster Vintage Rolex are the same build quality as modern Seiko 5 ETA based movements are a positive selling point Support the show

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The Deep Track, Ep. 105 - Watches Sold, But Not Forgotten, Plus Grand Seiko & Parmigiani

Send us Fan Mail Sometimes, you let a watch go, and you quickly realize you may come to regret the decision. In this episode, four watches are highlighted that fall into that category. Let's not call it regret, but these are certainly watches that linger for one reason or another. Additionally, new watches from Grand Seiko are explored, and hands-on impressions of new Parmigiani watches are offered. Show Notes: CWC Diver 300ti Grand Seiko Evolution 9 Watches Parmigiani Toric and Tonda Hands-On Rolex Explorer II 16570 Linde Werdelin Spidolite Sinn EZM1 Rolex Submariner 114060 Support the show

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The Deep Track, Ep. 104 - Daytona, Le Mans, F1, & Getting Old with Wesley Smith

Send us Fan Mail This week, Wesley Smith returns to the podcast to chat F1, Le Mans, and of course, a few watches. We also look at modern and neo vintage Daytona references and reveal how they’ve come and gone from our own collections. Additionally, we confront the pitfalls of getting old and struggling to take care of ourselves post fatherhood. Yes, we cover a lot of ground in this episode. Show Notes: The Deep Track Standard H Review: Vacheron Constantin Overseas Dual Time Cardinal Points 24 Hours of Le Mans Rolex Daytona 126500 Rolex Daytona 126502 Wesley’s Rolex Daytona 16520 Tudor Black Bay Chrono39 IWC Ingenieur in 35mm Tudor Goes Running Episode 20 with Zach Pina FIA’s Shock ADUO Ruling Lewis Hamilton on Hot Ones Zandvoort to leave the calendar Support the show

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The Deep Track, Ep. 103 - Tudor Black Bay Chrono 39, Vacheron Dual Time Cardinal Points, Barrelhand Monolith & More

Send us Fan Mail This week, Devin Pennypacker returns to the podcast to dig into all the somewhat controversial releases of the past week. We chat about the Barrelhand Monolith, the Vacheron Constantin Dual Time Cardinal Points, the Tudor Chrono 39, and more. Did Tudor finally find the right formula for their chronograph? Turns out, it’s complicated. We also touch on the 007: First Light video game, and how the newest Omega chronograph is handled in the game. Show Notes: Josh’s Castelbajac Sport Quartz Chronograph (In Post) Vacheron Constantin Dual Time Cardinal Points Rolex GMT-Master II BLRO Barrelhand Monolith on Hodinkee Barrelhand Monolith Formex Aria Formex Field Automatic Tudor Black Bay Chrono 39 Tudor Monarch James Bond 007: First Light / Omega Seamaster Chronograph Support the show

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The Deep Track, Ep. 102 - Hidden Gems, Rough Royal Pop Rollout, & More ft. Producer Josh

Send us Fan Mail This week producer Josh joins the show to tackle the fallout from the AP x Swatch Royal Pop release, and assess what the pocketwatch says about the broader enthusiast space. We also chat about the influence of “luxury” in how watches are presented to us, and how our experiences in the independent and micro brand scene tell the real story of the industry. Finally, we ponder the effect of influencers and social media on collecting from a personal perspective. Show Notes: Brooklyn Podcast Studio Josh’s Neo-Vintage Seiko Seiko 5H 23 Review Blake’s CWC Ti300 Jacques Bianchi Diver Audemars Piguet x Swatch Royal Pop Blancpain x Swatch Scuba Urwerk x Ulysse Nardin Ur-Freak H. Moser x Reebok Pump Seamaster 120 Plongeur de Luxe Lorca Watches Ep. 39 with Jesse Marchant of Lorca Beaucroft Watches Time + Tide x Beaucroft Solaris GMT Dennison Dual Time Anoma Watches Baltic World Timer Traska Jump Hour Support the show

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The Deep Track, Ep. 101 - Audemars Piguet x Swatch Royal Pop, CWC Ti300 Diver, & More

Send us Fan Mail This episode takes a look back at an eventful week that included the surprise release of the Audemars Piguet x Swatch Royal Pop. I offer my views on the collaboration and what it says about the broader enthusiast space and conjecture around watches. Additionally, the CWC Ti 300 Dive watch gets a closer look, especially as it relates to the Tudor FXD. Through this lens, I also tackle the question of tool watches over the $500 price point. Finally, a few thoughts on the Ulysse Nardin Super Freak. Show Notes: Retro Review: Omega Seamaster 120 Plongeur de Luxe ‘Jacques Mayol’ Audemars Piguet x Swatch Royal Pop Audemars Piguet Perspective Hodinkee’s Take on the Royal Pop CWC Ti300 Titanium Diver The Grey NATO Fratello Talks Ulysse Nardin Super Freak Support the show

The Deep Track, Ep. 100 - Midwest Mindset, IWC, & F1 with Wesley Smith

Send us Fan Mail In episode 100 of the podcast Wesley Smith of Standard H returns to chat about all manner of life, watch, and automotive culture. Wesley also shares his experience of attending Watches & Wonders in Geneva for the first time, and we pick a few watches that left impressions on us. Additionally, we talk about pricing strategy from IWC, and what makes a perpetual calendar so compelling. Finally, we react to the news of V8 engines possibly returning to Formula 1. Show Notes: Standard H The Deep Track Watches & Wonders 2026 Coverage Retro Review: Omega Seamaster 120 Plongeur de Luxe Hodinkee Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Chronometer Rolex Daytona 126502 IWC Ingenieur Collection Grand Theft Auto VI Thoughts on the Tudor Releases A Lange & Sohne Saxonia Annual Calendar Oris Star Edition Patek Philippe 50th Anniversary Nautilus Formula 1's Possible Return to the V8 Engines Midwest Mindset Hat Support the show

The Deep Track, Ep. 99 - Watches & Wonders 2026 First Impressions Ft. Tudor, Rolex, & More

Send us Fan Mail This week's discussion offers a first reaction to new releases from Watches & Wonders 2026, from 50 years of the Nautilus, to whatever Tudor is thinking for their 100th anniversary. There are loads of new watches to go over, and while initial reactions are drab, I think there's plenty worth celebrating. Here, I offer my first thoughts on Tudor, Rolex, and more, including what we didn't see, and how we should be dealing with expectations leading into this event. Show Notes: The Deep Track Patek Philippe Nautilus 50th Anniversary Vacheron Constantin Overseas Dual Time IWC Pilot’s Venturer Vertical Drive IWC Ingenieurs Released at Watches & Wonders Jaeger LeCoultre Master Control Chronometre Rolex Daytona 126502 Tudor Monarch Setting Expectations with Tudor Support the show

The Deep Track, Ep. 98 - Watches & Wonders Update, Universal Genève Returns, & More

Send us Fan Mail This week, I provide an update about Watches & Wonders coverage coming next week, and having to pull out of attending the show due to an unforeseen health issue. You can still expect coverage through the week, though it will not be live. Additionally, the launch of Universal Genève is discussed, including the breadth of watches released, and their pricing structure. Bonus chat about the new Hodinkee x Timex collaboration. Show Notes: The Deep Track Rolex Daytona 126500 Hodinkee x Timex Timex Ironman 8-Lap Review Universal Geneve Previous Universal Geneve Special Editions Including the Polerouter Support the show

The Deep Track, Ep. 97 - Accuracy, Originality, and More ft. Longines, Omega, and Citizen

Send us Fan Mail This week's episode explores accuracy and its impact on value through the lens of the new Omega Constellation Observatory, as well as the devolution of watch design with the Longines Hydroconquest. New releases this week have inspired some existential reflection, which is explored here. Additionally, there's a brief reaction to the new Citizen Photon, and the CWC Ti300. Show notes: CWC Ti300 Citizen Photon Omega Constellation Observatory Longines Hydroconquest Support the show

The Deep Track, Ep. 96 - Strange & Unexpected Complications with Justin Couture

Send us Fan Mail This week, Justin Couture, aka The Wristorian returns to the podcast to discuss odd, unusual, or otherwise niche complications and features. The review of the TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph Seafarer, and its tide indication sub dial inspired us to think about some other outside-of-the-box complications and features, from the often discussed HEV, to more obscure ideas, like a hand-cranking Seiko, or a Sicura with a pocket knife hiding in the case. We explore the world of weird complications new and old, and talk a little bit about what we’d like to see from Tudor at Watches & Wonders. Show Notes: TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph Seafarer Review Laventure Sous Marine II Rolex Sea-Dweller 16600 Laventure Marine Type 3 Solunar Theory Vulcain Nautical Cricket Jaeger-LeCoultre Tribute to Deep Sea Alarm The Certina Chronograph and a professional hot air balloonist Favre-Leuba Bivouac Richard Mille Soccer Watch Hublot Big Bang Unico Golf Sidereal Time Omega X-33 Marstimer Jaeger-LeCoultre Amvox Aston Martin Watches IWC x Porsche Design Titan Chronograph Ductor Northline Compass Watch Urwerk UR-1001 Zeit Device Blancpain Fifty-Fathoms Tech Gombessa Sicura watch with pocket knife Seiko 8T23 Seiko Avenue 7T27-710A SAKY005 Tudor 90910 Support the show

The Deep Track, Ep. 95 - Watches & Wonders Previews/Predictions with Time Well Spent (Part 1)

Send us Fan Mail This week, Devin Pennypacker of the Time Well Spent podcast returns to preview the upcoming Watches & Wonder 2026 taking place in Geneva this April. We chat about our expectations and even make a few predictions along the way. This is a two part episode, and to hear part two you'll have to head over to the Time Well Spent podcast, wherever you get your podcasts. Additionally, this episode can be viewed on YouTube right here. Show Notes: Merci Merci LMM-H01 Rolex GMT-Master II 126710 BLRO Chopard L.U.C Quattro Mark IV Audemars Piguet Royal Oak RD5 Rolex Land-Dweller Rolex Explorer II Rolex Yacht-Master Titanium Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Tribute Sinn EZM1 IWC Portugieser Chronograph Ceratanium Support the show

The Deep Track, Ep. 94 - What's Up with Zenith, Jean-Claude Killy, and a New COSC Standard

Send us Fan Mail This week is a solo episode discussing topics ranging from the Breitling / Aston Martin partnership, to a new COSC chronometry standard set to go into effect this year. A recent review of the Zenith Chronomaster Original Triple Calendar Lapis Lazuli has me thinking about the bigger picture with Zenith, and it also reminds me a bit of another famous reference from Rolex, the 6236 Dato Compax, aka the Jean-Claude Killy, which is rather timely given the winter games currently taking place. All this and more broken down in this episode. Show Notes: The Deep Track A Lange & Sohne Boutique in Chicago Breitling Enters F1 with Aston Martin Partnership Prometheus Ocean Diver Brian Green Zenith Chronomaster Original Triple Calendar Lapis Lazuli Review Jean-Claude Killy Rolex 6236 Dato Compax ‘Killy’ Killy Wearing a Breitling COSC Excellence Chronometer Standard Support the show