On Episode 15 of the SJX Podcast, Brandon shares insights picked up at Citizen's Super Titanium event in Paris, where he had the opportunity to speak with the brand's materials engineers. Still on the theme of titanium, SJX shares his views on the new Cartier Santos in the lightweight metal, and the different strategies of these brands which are playing to their respective strengths.Another big story from this week is the launch of the new Petermann Bédat Reference 1825. Though it's not made of titanium, it's a strong third act (and a hint of what's next) for the brand. Is there still white space in the market for highly finished time-only watches?Show Notes:1:00 - Citizen Super Titanium Event Recap8:45 - Cartier Santos Titanium13:20 - Petermann Bédat Reference 1825 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Ep. 14 - Primetime for Fashion Brands?
On episode 14 of the SJX Podcast, Brandon Moore and SJX unpack Louis Vuitton's Monterey and discuss where fashion brands fit in the contemporary fine watchmaking landscape. We also cover the latest from Lange, which just added a stone onyx dial to the Saxonia Thin - is it the perfect watch for your next soiree?Show Notes:0:45 - A. Lange & Söhne Saxonia Thin Black Onyx7:15 - Louis Vuitton Monterey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Ep. 13 - MB&F Gives Away Anniversary Editions
On episode 13 of the SJX Podcast, Brandon Moore and SJX discuss MB&F's decision to give away 20 free watches - 10 pieces of a new LM101 Longhorn for Tribe members and 10 pieces of a matching M.A.D.1S for prior raffle registrants. It's a move that's generated a lot of buzz, and a little bit of consternation, but regardless it's a remarkable offer from one of the more successful independent brands of its era.Also discussed is the A. Lange & Söhne Richard Lange Jumping Seconds which just got upgraded with a new solid 18k pink gold dial. Is this model still competitive nearly a decade after launch?Show Notes:0:20 - MB&F Giveaway6:30 - A. Lange & Söhne Richard Lange Jumping Seconds Pink Gold Dial Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Ep. 12 - AP Reinvents the Chronograph, Big Brands vs. Indies, and VC CEO
On episode 12 of the SJX Podcast, SJX shares his hands-on impressions of the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak “Jumbo” Extra-Thin Selfwinding Flying Tourbillon Chronograph RD#5, the fifth and final watch from the brand's R&D skunkworks.We also address listener questions about the (great) leadership at Vacheron Constantin, and whether brands like A. Lange & Söhne and Vacheron Constantin can gain market share from independents - why not?Show Notes:0:35 - Laurent Perves, chief executive of Vacheron Constantin2:38 - The opportunity for establishment brands vs. indies10:35 - Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Chronograph RD#5 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Ep. 11 - Quest of Time
On episode 11 of the SJX Podcast, SJX and Brandon Moore discuss the monumental Quête Du Temps astronomical clock that Vacheron Constantin just unveiled in Paris alongside the companion Quest of Time wristwatch. We also tackle Tudor's first moon phase complication and what it means for the brand's collection of dress watches.SJX also shares his views on the news that Rolex chief executive Jean-Frédéric Dufour will be giving the keynote at Dubai Watch Week, a move that's largely unprecedented for the industry's most impenetrable brand. We also chat about the other big news in the world of watch fairs, Audemars Piguet's return to Watches & Wonders in 2026. Last but not least, we discuss what Girard-Perregaux's new movement platform might reveal about the future of the brand.Show Notes:1:20 - Vacheron Constantin’s La Quête Du Temps5:30 - Vacheron Constantin's Quest of Time wristwatch10:45 - Tudor 1926 Luna15:35 - Rolex CEO Jean-Frédéric Dufour keynote at Dubai Watch Week24:30 - Audemars Piguet returns to Watches & Wonders32:45 - Girard-Perregaux GP4800 movement analysis Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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