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Watch Lovers Playground

Watch Lovers Playground by Chronoby"s is where watch lovers grow their passion, from first interest to a deep knowledge of watches.

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00:35:56

If You Can Have Only One Watch, Make It the Rolex...

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2025/08/18

In this episode, we comprehensively examine why the Rolex Submariner Date is often considered the singular best choice for a luxury watch, covering its historical significance as an early diver's watch, its technical specifications like the precise calibre 3235 movement and robust materials such as Oystersteel and Cerachrom, and its unparalleled durability and versatility. We further highlight its exceptional value retention, global service network, and high market liquidity, making it a

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00:20:34

NORQAIN: Gary Neville, Gianluigi Buffon and Stan...

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2025/08/17

This episode introduces NORQAIN, a relatively new independent Swiss watch brand that has quickly gained prominence.We highlight how the company differentiates itself through a sports-first identity, innovative materials like NORTEQ, and a commitment to serious mechanical watchmaking through partnerships with manufacturers like Kenissi.The brand's credibility is further bolstered by its collaboration with prominent athletes such as Gary Neville, Gianluigi Buffon, and Stan Wawrinka, who are not

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00:29:25

10 Reasons Rolex Remains the Status Symbol Among...

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2025/08/16

This episode outlines the ten key reasons Rolex maintains its status as a leading luxury watch brand. We highlight Rolex's significant market share and liquidity, attributing its success to a combination of factors. These include iconic, functional designs originating from tool watches, unrivalled precision and reliability, and the development of proprietary materials. Furthermore, the brand's commitment to continuous innovation, controlled scarcity, and strong value retention contributes to

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00:47:39

Omega Speedmaster: The GOAT of Chronographs?

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2025/08/15

This episode presents a comprehensive argument for why the Omega Speedmaster is considered the "Greatest Of All Time" (GOAT) among chronographs. We systematically analyse the watch across several key criteria, including its unparalleled history, particularly its NASA qualification and role in space missions like Apollo 11.

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00:36:31

7 Reasons To Invest in an A. Lange & Söhne Zeitwerk

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2025/08/14

This episode offers a comprehensive analysis of the A. Lange & Söhne Zeitwerk watch, highlighting its distinctive features and appeal to collectors. We explain how the Zeitwerk stands out due to its unique mechanical-digital display, exceptional German finishing, and continuous technical improvements. We also detail the various complication models available, emphasise the limited production numbers contributing to its rarity, and cite strong market performance at auctions. The episode finally

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00:32:57

7 Reasons to Choose Patek Philippe Over Vacheron...

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2025/08/14

This episode outlines seven compelling reasons why Patek Philippe is often considered superior to other luxury watch brands like Vacheron Constantin, Rolex, and Audemars Piguet. It highlights Patek Philippe's rich heritage and continuous innovation in horology, its exclusivity and rarity due to limited production, and its unrivalled mastery of complex complications. Furthermore, the episode praises the brand's timeless design philosophy, meticulous craftsmanship and finishing,

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00:36:26

Rarest Watches in Horological History

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2025/08/13

Explore some of the rarest watches in history, including the Patek Philippe “Henry Graves Jr. Supercomplication,” the Breguet “Marie-Antoinette”, and Vacheron Constantin’s Ref. 57260. Learn how they became legends through unmatched craftsmanship, record-breaking achievements and unique provenance from the Grandmaster Chime’s auction record to the Rolex Deep Sea Special’s historic dive.

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00:26:52

12 Reasons to Buy a Vacheron Constantin

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2025/08/13

This episode outlines twelve compelling reasons to acquire a Vacheron Constantin timepiece, highlighting its status as one of the oldest and most prestigious watchmakers in the world. It emphasises the brand's uninterrupted heritage, exceptional craftsmanship, and adherence to the stringent Geneva Seal certification. Furthermore, the episode underscores Vacheron Constantin's commitment to technical innovation, limited production for exclusivity, and timeless design aesthetics. It also points

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00:08:57

The Essence of Mechanical Watch Movements

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2025/08/12

This episode is a complete guide to how mechanical watches work, covering key components, winding methods, and innovations that boost accuracy and durability. Features insights on different movement types, luxury watch details, and essential care tips to keep your timepiece in top condition.

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00:07:07

Rolex Oyster Perpetual, The Essential Rolex

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2025/08/12

The Rolex Oyster Perpetual is the purest expression of Rolex watchmaking, stripped to the essentials yet built with the same engineering and finishing as the brand’s most famous models.

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00:07:21

Is this Omega a fake?

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2025/08/12

A clear guide to checking Omega authenticity. Learn the key signs collectors look for, from matching warranty cards and serial numbers to verifying METAS certifications, case finishing, and hidden design details. Avoid common traps like frankenwatches and redials with a simple workflow for confirming a genuine Omega.

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00:07:23

Rolex Submariner: Everything You Need to Know

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2025/08/12

A comprehensive overview of the Rolex Submariner, tracing its evolution from its 1950s origins to its current iterations.

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00:06:42

The Story Behind the Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso

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2025/08/12

Step inside the fascinating history of one of watchmaking’s most iconic designs. From its polo-field origins in the 1930s to its revival and transformation into a modern masterpiece, this in-depth course explores the Reverso’s journey, design evolution, and enduring appeal. Perfect for watch lovers and collectors, it reveals how a simple idea became a timeless symbol of style and innovation.

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00:08:05

The Rolex Daytona: Deconstructing an Icon

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2025/08/12

This episode provides an in-depth overview of the Rolex Cosmograph Daytona, one of the world's most renowned chronographs. It also explains the Daytona's technical specifications, including case size, water resistance, and the functionality of its tachymeter bezel and pushers. Furthermore, it offers practical advice on ownership, such as service intervals and warranty information, and provides valuable tips for buying intelligently, addressing market availability, authentication, and popular

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00:06:36

The Shifting Global Appetite for Swiss Watches

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2025/08/11

Delve into the latest insights concerning the global distribution of Swiss watch exports for the first half of 2025. Official trade data unveils a complex and varied landscape across key international markets.While some regions are experiencing robust expansion in shipments of Swiss timepieces, others are facing marked downturns. This comprehensive analysis, encompassing a vast majority of total global exports, provides a crucial understanding of the shifting dynamics within the luxury watch

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00:07:16

Turning Watches Into Assets: From Passion to Portfolio

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2025/08/11

This episode outlines a comprehensive guide for transforming a watch collection into a valuable asset. It details understanding various market channels—primary, grey, secondary, auctions, and certified pre-owned—alongside historical market cycles and predictive indicators. The episode provides strategies for constructing an investment thesis, including portfolio segmentation and risk management, and outlines deep valuation techniques such as comparable sales analysis and liquidity scoring

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00:09:23

How to Insure and Store your watches

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2025/08/11

Learn how to protect and care for your watch collection with this guide. From understanding watch value and keeping proper records to creating the right storage environment, you’ll explore the essentials of preserving your timepieces. Discover secure display solutions that combine beauty with protection, and understand how to choose the right insurance for peace of mind. With practical tips on security, risk prevention, and long-term maintenance, this course is designed for collectors who want their

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00:09:27

Watch Complications: Masterclass in Timekeeping

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2025/08/11

This episode is an in-depth study of mechanical watch functions beyond basic timekeeping, focusing on the design, operation, history, and care of calendar- and astronomy-related mechanisms such as moonphases, annual calendars, perpetual calendars, secular perpetual calendars, and other astronomical displays. The episode equips watch collectors and watch enthusiasts with the technical understanding needed to evaluate, operate, and maintain these complications accurately and responsibly.

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00:09:12

The Hidden Language of Watch Dials

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2025/08/11

Discover the fascinating world of watch faces through the lens of design, history, and human psychology. This episode explores how colors, shapes, materials, and layouts influence both beauty and readability in timepieces.Perfect for watch collectors and enthusiasts, it reveals the artistry behind classic dial styles, the science of legibility, and the subtle details that set exceptional watches apart. Learn how master craftsmen use techniques like guilloché, enamel, and lume to create dials that

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00:07:19

How to Care for Your Watch Like a Pro

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2025/08/11

Discover the secrets to keeping your watch looking and running like new. This expert-led guide is made for watch lovers and collectors who want to protect their investment and enjoy their timepieces for years to come. Learn the right way to clean, store, and handle your watch, avoid costly mistakes, and know when to get professional servicing. Whether it’s a modern sports watch or a vintage treasure, you’ll gain the knowledge to care for it like a pro, and keep it ticking beautifully for a

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