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I Sold My Wedding Watch
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  • Watch Stories

I Sold My Wedding Watch

  • Karl Nordhaug
Karl dives into why he sold such a significant piece from his collection: his wedding watch.
Artificial Insights:  A ‘hot take’ from the algorithm.
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  • What's Hot

Artificial Insights: A ‘hot take’ from the algorithm.

  • Zachary Pierce
ChatGPT offers up a hot take on the new Patek Philippe Cubitus.
Adventures in Aventurine:  Navigating Your Day by The Stars
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  • Options

Adventures in Aventurine: Navigating Your Day by The Stars

  • Zachary Pierce
We explore aventurine dials in watches across the price spectrum. From Christopher Ward to Audemars Piguet, a selection of watches featuring aventurine are featured within this article.
Pawn Shop Rolex
September132023April182025
  • Watch Stories

Pawn Shop Rolex

  • Tyler Reid
Tyler finds the kind of deal one can only dream about: A Rolex GMT from 1986 AND an Oyster Perpetual from 1966 at a local pawn shop. The best part: neither an arm nor a leg were spent to acquire…
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#bvlgari #octofinissimo #gold #solidgold #blue #th #bvlgari #octofinissimo #gold #solidgold #blue #thin #fansubmission #extra #rich #money #class #design #italia #maison #designhouse #summer
One of the folks we’ve been lucky enough to have One of the folks we’ve been lucky enough to have in the group is SC Fong.  He shares his IWC adventures with us and continues to contribute to the group almost daily.  And, let me tell you, friends, what a collection this man has!

From gorgeous pilots watches to unique pieces, he is a die-hard IWC fan and we are grateful to him for sharing his knowledge and passion with our members.  What a joy it is to have so many people in our circles who continue to show us new things and share experiences.

We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again here: you truly meet the best people through watches.

#iwc #pilotswatch #watches #groups #membersclub #horology #friendship
Alex with the wrist shot of the weekend right here Alex with the wrist shot of the weekend right here.

#breguet #gold #watch #horologyrepublic
Rolex remains one of the more popular brands in ou Rolex remains one of the more popular brands in our club.  And, really, who could blame anyone for wanting to be part of the history, innovation, and story?

Gorgeous pieces from our friends in their night out.  Love to see it!

#rolex #datejust #rolexsports #nightout #friends #love #dinner #drinks #fun
Simon always switches it up to something different Simon always switches it up to something different.  This time, it’s a CBM Time Computer.  When these were new, the concept of digital time on your wrist was still novel and revolutionary when compared to the centuries of watchmaking preceding it. 

Still fun to wear and marvel at today in the comeback era of mechanical watches!
As always, thanks to the members of Horology Republic for the continued support and postings.  We are nothing without you.

#wristcomputer #timecomputer #cbm #digital #70s #80s #vintage #vibes #gold #red #led #timecapsule
A watch which has been on the radar for a while, t A watch which has been on the radar for a while, the @chopard Alpine Eagle 41 in this gorgeous green isn’t one to miss. 

What’s striking, aside from the elegant looks, is the comparison this model (and other dial color variations as well) have with heavy hitters like the AP Royal Oak and PP Nautilus.  Sure, lots can be said about the differences between them, but when the conversations seem to include those legends when discussing this piece, it must mean that it lies within that range somewhere. 

We’ll have to talk more with @timepeacelove since he has hands-on with his own, but even from afar this looks like it could very well be in the top watches of the summer.

🏝️ Beach? ✅
👔 Office? ✅
🩳 Casual Friday? ✅

What’s not to love about a piece that can do it all?

Do you think this punches above its weight and into the legendary category of the Nautilus or the Royal Oak? Let me know yours thoughts. 

📸 from Chopard

#chopard #patekphillipe #audemarspiguet #alpineeagle #nautilus #royaloak
Guess who… The regular crew will be gathering t Guess who…

The regular crew will be gathering this Friday night to record a new podcast episode.  We know you’re all waiting so eagerly to hear us drone on and on about watches, so we’ll see you at the end of the week for that.

Until then, watch pics and such in the interim.  Cheers #watchfam

#lumeshot
Officially #friday so finish strong and pick out y Officially #friday so finish strong and pick out your weekend watches for the roll.

Off to another location tonight and off the grid until Monday.  Be safe, be smart, choose the time and place for action.

#cheers #watchfam 

#afio #horology #ic #omega #seamaster #wavedial #titanium
#mbf #mbandf #geneva #wristroll #mbf #mbandf #geneva #wristroll
Still one of the best looking #yachtmaster models Still one of the best looking #yachtmaster models ever release.  Can you imagine a modern version? 😍☺️😏

Video courtesy of Eddie over at Modern Swiss.  Always a great collection to browse. 

#rolex #sportswatch #twotone #gold #rolexwatches
#jlc #minuterepeater #watches #horology #craftsman #jlc #minuterepeater #watches #horology #craftsmanship #luxury #watchfam #love
If you still haven't heard about it, we've been do If you still haven't heard about it, we've been doing a weekly(ish) #podcast that explores the watch journey.  New to the avocation? Not sure where to start? Give us a listen.  Thinking about what makes a stand-out piece but haven't considered other options? Give us a listen.  Enjoy putting something on to consider while commuting to work or driving home after a long day? Give us a listen. 

We're on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and a little player on the website (horologyrepublic.com) so there's a convenient way for you to hear what we're bringing to the table.  Always fun, always opinionated, and always continuing on the journey individually and as a group.  Our crew take a look at how life and watches intertwine for entry-level pieces and bespoke models alike. 

While everyone else tells you what to buy and guides you to their in-house store that just *happens* to have exactly what they've been hyping up, we tell it like it is.  No sales here, just fun watch chat. 

#watches #watchfam #watchcollector #seiko #rolex #audemarspiguet #vacheronconstantin #omega #breitling #IWC #chopard #dornblüth  #fendi #gucci #hublot #zenith #grandseiko #awardwinning #topeuropeanpodcast #truestories
For #12, we picked on Christopher Ward. Ok, not r For #12, we picked on Christopher Ward.  Ok, not really PICKED ON so much as took a look at the concept of bringing higher Horology concepts to lower priced pieces.  Is it CW innovating and moving up the ladder? Will it be a standout piece in 20 years?  Maybe, maybe not, but we still explored that and a few other concepts this week.

Check it out on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. 

As mentioned in the episode, we’re considering doing a little merch run since some of the phrases we’ve been using have been popular.  Stay tuned, we’re cranking out half-rate concept art and will pick the least-amateur one soon.

#podcast #watches #watchfam #horology #wesaywhatwewant #cantstopwontstop💪
“It’ll buff right out!” A friend recently b “It’ll buff right out!”

A friend recently bought a Submariner.  A two week love story has had its first “bruise” when his watch took a tumble from the bathroom counter. 

Perhaps he’ll be going back to the AD sooner than he planned?

🥺💔

#rolex #rolexwatches #submariner #subdate #sapphirecrustal #broken #oops #fall #falldamage #horology
Watch design is an essential piece of discussion w Watch design is an essential piece of discussion whenever we talk about models and brands we love.  @ressence_watches is one of the few to come along and redefine what it means to not only tell the time but also how the internal pieces come together to do so.

For many, this was an odd thing when they showed up ready to be a contender.  As time has gone on and we’ve seen how innovative and fun the pieces Ressence makes are, it’s easy to see why they have become the symbols of individualism they are. 

From oil-filled watches to interesting setups, you’d never be bored with your Ressence nor would you run out of people who are curious enough to ask you about it.  For that, the brand will always be one of our favorites. 

As always, a special thanks to Alex for his generous use of photos and stories.  We certainly wouldn’t be the same without you!

#ressence #ressencewatches #horology #luxury #innovation #design #hautehorlogerie #horologyrepublic
Karl explains why he decided to sell the watch he Karl explains why he decided to sell the watch he wore for his wedding.  Not an easy decision, for sure, but one that many in our community is sure to identify with:  The heart wants what it wants, even in horological terms.

Visit the website to follow his journey away from the watch he said "I do" with.

#writing #author #watchpost #wedding #groom #weddingwatch #weddingseason #newwatchalert #watchfam #watchstories #hottakes #jlc #reverso #raymondweil #watchpassion #watchcollector #memoriesforlife
Often, it's fun to imagine what things could be li Often, it's fun to imagine what things could be like in another timeline.  Who do you think would occupy the fabled Holy Trinity spots in that reality?

#breguet #arnoldandson #alangesöhne
All the usual brands. All the hype. All the atten All the usual brands. All the hype.  All the attention.  All the burnout. 

When you find yourself uninspired by the “normal” choices, where do you go? What else offers something unique and historic with centuries of storytelling?

In an age where attention spans are shorter than a goldfish and everyone is on to the next thing in 10 minutes or less, the phrase “if you know, you know” carries far more weight than it used to.

@arnoldandson is one such place to go if you need something special with significance that will surprise most.  One of the most important people in horology, John Arnold brought to watches some of the innovations we take for granted today.  While IG doesn’t allow for the length a post like this SHOULD have, we’ll simply leave you with the seed to plant in your mind and let you discover all they offer on your own.  After all, what kind of journey guides would we be if we simply told you what to buy like so many other watch media outlets do?

#arnoldandson #watchmaking #highhorology #hautehorlogerie #watches #geneva #discovery #thejourney
#jaegerlecoultre #reverso #gold #watches #horology #jaegerlecoultre #reverso #gold #watches #horology #horologyrepublic #geneva #perfection #watchfam
Lange Obsession #alange #alanagesohne #chronograp Lange Obsession

#alange #alanagesohne #chronograph #watches #perfection
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