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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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00:34:53

Why Are Some Luxury Watches So Hard to Read?

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2025/11/24

This episode looks at the world of unconventional luxury watches; timepieces designed more as art than as easy-to-read tools. We explore why some high-end brands use 3D movements, unique display systems, and even fluid-based mechanisms that make telling the time intentionally difficult.

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00:30:06

TAG Heuer Monaco Chronograph: Night Racing Edition

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2025/11/23

In this episode, we explore the new TAG Heuer Monaco Chronograph, a limited-edition watch inspired by Formula 1 night racing. Hear how TAG Heuer updates its iconic square design with electric colours, glowing details, and a modern skeleton look.

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00:22:17

Audemars Piguet’s New Trick: The Self Setting Royal Oak

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2025/11/22

This episode looks at how Audemars Piguet and the Dubai Future Foundation are reshaping the future of luxury watchmaking. We explore their surprising new creation, an intelligent device that blends Swiss craftsmanship with modern tech to make the Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar easier to enjoy.

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00:27:23

Rattrapante, Moonphase, Guilloché: The Language of...

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2025/11/21

We break down three pillars of haute horlogerie, rattrapante, moonphase, and guilloché, and explain why they matter to collectors and enthusiasts. You’ll learn how split-seconds chronographs show true technical skill, why advanced moonphase displays have become a symbol of precision, and how hand-cut guilloché patterns reveal the artistry behind luxury dials.

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00:31:05

The Vacheron Constantin Berkley Grand Complication

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2025/11/20

Explore the story behind the Vacheron Constantin Berkley Grand Complication, the most complicated watch ever made. Built over 11 years with 63 complications, it features a groundbreaking mechanical Chinese perpetual calendar, advanced astronomical functions, and a full Westminster chiming system. This unique pocket watch is a museum-level creation showing the peak of modern watchmaking.

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00:31:35

When Time Became Art

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2025/11/19

Explore the true “golden age” of mechanical watchmaking, when craftsmanship, design, and innovation came together from the 1940s to the 1970s. This episode looks at how iconic pieces from Patek Philippe, Rolex, and Audemars Piguet turned simple timekeeping into art, and why collectors still value these hand-finished masterpieces today.

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00:26:51

The Watch That Outlives Its Owner

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2025/11/18

In this episode, we explore how well-made mechanical watches are built to last for generations, and why their emotional value often becomes more important than their price.

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00:31:13

Nine Watches That Changed The World

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2025/11/17

Explore the legendary timepieces that reshaped watchmaking, fashion, and modern luxury. This episode highlights nine true design icons, from the Cartier Santos to the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak. It explains why their bold ideas, lasting influence, and timeless design make them essential benchmarks for collectors and the industry as a whole.

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00:25:14

Breitling Gold Capsule Collection Launch

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2025/11/16

This episode details the launch of the Breitling Gold Capsule Collection, a highly exclusive, limited-production offering available just in time for the holiday season. The collection comprises five models crafted entirely in 18k red gold, including three versions of the iconic Navitimer and two models from the Premier line, each featuring unique dial colours and movement combinations never before released. We emphasise Breitling's blend of historical design inspiration with modern

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00:20:11

Swiss Tariffs Slashed: Relief for Watchmakers

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2025/11/15

Switzerland regains its rhythm as U.S. tariffs fall from 39% to 15%, restoring balance, trust, and confidence in Swiss craftsmanship.The new trade accord between Bern and Washington, which lowers United States tariffs on Swiss goods from an onerous 39 per cent to a more measured 15 per cent, may not sound dramatic in a world full of louder headlines. Yet for Switzerland, this quiet shift carries deep meaning. It speaks to something larger than economics. It touches on national character and the

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00:54:48

Carbon, Ceramic, and Gold: The Future of Watch Materials

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2025/11/14

A quick look at how carbon, ceramic, and new gold alloys are changing modern luxury watches. This episode explains why these advanced materials now shape a watch’s comfort, strength, and style, and how brands are starting to combine them in hybrid designs for better durability and a fresh, modern look.

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00:55:06

When Engineering Meets Poetry

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2025/11/13

We dive into haute horlogerie, where watchmaking blends engineering and artistry. Learn what sets true high-end pieces apart: stable timekeeping, refined power use, beautiful chiming, and exceptional hand-finishing. We highlight examples from top maisons and independents to show how technical mastery becomes emotional craftsmanship for collectors.

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00:18:05

NORQAIN Watch Plate Engraving Guide

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2025/11/12

This episode outlines how customers can personalise their NORQAIN watches through engraving a unique feature of the timepiece known as the "NORQAIN plate." This plate, consistently located on the left side of the watch case across all models, allows owners to engrave a personal message or important inscription. The company suggests engraving meaningful dates or initials to commemorate significant life events such as weddings, births, or major accomplishments. Ultimately, this customisation

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00:13:46

Maurice Lacroix AIKON Wotto Limited Edition Watch Design

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2025/11/11

We describe the Maurice Lacroix AIKON Wotto Limited Edition Watch, detailing the product of a collaboration between the Swiss watchmaker and the British artist WOTTO (Craig Watkins). This limited edition timepiece, restricted to 500 pieces, is characterised by its distinctive design, which incorporates Wotto's artistic motifs, such as skulls and ghosts, in a subtle tone-on-tone print on the charcoal-grey dial. The watch replaces traditional date numerals with 31 unique miniature drawings created

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00:24:36

The Collector's Guide to Watch Auctions

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2025/11/10

This episode offers an extensive guide to buying high-value watches at auction, framing the process as a strategic performance blending knowledge and discipline. We outline the essential steps for collectors, beginning with the need to understand the major auction houses and their individual characteristics. We also stress the necessity of thorough independent research beyond the auction house's own condition reports, recommending cross-checking information using specialist forums and past sales

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00:45:04

The Watch Collector’s Mindset

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2025/11/09

Step into the world of true watch collecting. This episode reveals the mindset that separates collectors from buyers, built on four pillars: authenticity, originality, condition, and significance.

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00:29:18

How Luxury Watches Reflect the Cultural Meaning of Time

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2025/11/08

In this episode, we explore how luxury watches tell stories far beyond the ticking of hands. From the timeless order of the Patek Philippe Calatrava to the reflective beauty of the Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso, discover how design, heritage, and craftsmanship shape our cultural view of time.

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00:30:02

Patek Philippe's Legacy

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2025/11/07

Step inside the legacy of Patek Philippe, the Swiss watchmaker defined by timeless design, innovation, and family tradition. Learn how its iconic creations, from the Calatrava to the Nautilus, became symbols of craftsmanship and lasting value.

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00:31:35

Why Mechanical Watches Still Reign in the Digital Age

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2025/11/06

In this episode, we explore how luxury mechanical watches thrive in the digital age. Discover why collectors still choose handcrafted timepieces over smart devices, and how tradition continues to define true luxury.

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00:40:58

The Rise of Microbrands and Independent Horology

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2025/11/05

This episode dives into how microbrands and independent watchmakers are redefining modern horology. From creative small brands to masters like F.P. Journe and MB&F, we explore craftsmanship, innovation, and what collectors should value in a truly exceptional timepiece.

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