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Lume Plotters

Marton and Ralf

Watch talk, banter, speculation, news, and information coming from an international duo based in the UAE. Well beyond the Rolex hype (but might contain traces of it), we explore the wonders of horology. Join us on our journey!Give us a follow, and feel free to reach out to us on Instagram: @lumeplottersOr… leave us an audio comment using the link below, and we may just play it in an upcoming episode: https://www.speakpipe.com/lumeplotters

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66:42

A little bit of this and that.

Lume Plotters ·

2025/02/25

As the last few weeks’ episodes have been very structured and premeditated, we decided to make today a free-for-all. Today, we discuss all of the things on our minds, and prove to the world that we are not as sane and rational as some might think! We talk everything from Chrono24 issues to gold and platinum prices, all the way to tipping etiquette… Enjoy! Give us a follow, and feel free to reach out to us on Instagram: @lumeplotters Or… leave us an audio comment using the link below, and we ...

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79:49

The BIG 2025 Watch Prediction Episode!

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2025/02/18

It’s finally here! The 2025 watch shows and the new releases that go along with them are just around the corner, so naturally, we have to take a stab at predicting what we anticipate will come. In addition, we throw our new watch hopes and dreams out into the ether. Let’s see if we can shift some mountains and get our dream watches made! Give us a follow, and feel free to reach out to us on Instagram: @lumeplotters Or… leave us an audio comment using the link below, and we may just play it i...

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74:42

Timeless Timepieces

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2025/02/11

Quick note! This episode is also available on our YouTube channel as a video! If you want to see all of our smiling faces, check it out! Today Julian (a different Julian than last time!) is joining us to discuss the idea of timeless watches. What type of watches were in style 50 years ago, and are guaranteed to be in style 50 years in the future? Let's find out! But first, Julian will give us a bit of background about the funny story of how he met the Lumeplotters, and regale us with his coll...

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71:24

The world’s most underrated watch brands!

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2025/02/04

There are always a few brands who, for some reason or another, just don’t get the public praise that they deserve. Why is this? Is there a nice bargain to be had shopping these brands? And most importantly, what are these infamously underrated and under appreciated brands? Give us a follow, and feel free to reach out to us on Instagram: @lumeplotters Or… leave us an audio comment using the link below, and we may just play it in an upcoming episode: https://www.speakpipe.com/lumeplotters

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69:36

One watch brand for LIFE?

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2025/01/28

The myth goes, there once was a man, who sold his entire collection, only to buy watches from one single brand. And he lived happily ever after? Or did he? Would you be able to follow in the man’s footsteps? And if so, what would be your one brand for life? Tune in as we discuss the reality of this tall tale!Give us a follow, and feel free to reach out to us on Instagram: @lumeplottersOr… leave us an audio comment using the link below, and we may just play it in an upcoming episode: https://w...

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82:46

Oris, TAG, F1, Omega

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2025/01/21

Lots of news this week coming at us from a multitude of angles! From the new Oris Miss Piggy to TAG’s return as the official Formula 1 timekeeper, all the way to, you guessed it, another teaser from Omega!Give us a follow, and feel free to reach out to us on Instagram: @lumeplottersOr… leave us an audio comment using the link below, and we may just play it in an upcoming episode: https://www.speakpipe.com/lumeplotters

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77:23

Worldtimers and other catastrophes.

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2025/01/14

As promised, this week we go into a world of worldtimers, watches that help you track timezones around the globe. We will discuss our favorites, least favorites, and some absolute atrocities. They’re available at all price points, so perhaps you too should indulge in one!Give us a follow, and feel free to reach out to us on Instagram: @lumeplottersOr… leave us an audio comment using the link below, and we may just play it in an upcoming episode: https://www.speakpipe.com/lumeplotters

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83:45

Best of 2024!!!

Lume Plotters ·

2025/01/07

This week we wrap up 2024 with a recap of all the watches that came out in the last 12 months! Welcome 2025!Give us a follow, and feel free to reach out to us on Instagram: @lumeplottersOr… leave us an audio comment using the link below, and we may just play it in an upcoming episode: https://www.speakpipe.com/lumeplotters

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93:13

Best five-watch collection under $10,000??

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2024/12/31

This week we have Julien on again for two very specific reasons! One is to have him tell us how his watch meetup "Independence Days" went down, and second for our last epic collection build of the 2024 year. This time, we are all tasked with building a five-watch collection under the magical $10,000 or 40,000AED mark. Julien, of course, and as expected, brings an entirely new perspective to the same-old, same-old that is Marton and Ralf. Tune in and find out!Give us a follow, and feel free to...

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78:55

New releases galore! JLC, Universal Geneve, Casio…

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2024/12/24

This week we take some time to comment on all (or should we say some) of the new watches that have been released in the last few weeks. From the Likes of IWC, Patek, JLC, Casio, and Universal Geneve, there’s quite a few to talk about!Give us a follow, and feel free to reach out to us on Instagram: @lumeplottersOr… leave us an audio comment using the link below, and we may just play it in an upcoming episode: https://www.speakpipe.com/lumeplotters

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66:26

Why would you own a Rolex?

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2024/12/17

Today’s contentious topic is of course, the five pointed crown… why do so many people flock to Rolex? Why do most aspire to own one? Let’s delve into the topic and see if we can uncover the mystery, or perhaps conspiracy?Give us a follow, and feel free to reach out to us on Instagram: @lumeplottersOr… leave us an audio comment using the link below, and we may just play it in an upcoming episode: https://www.speakpipe.com/lumeplotters

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79:34

MICROBRANDS!!!

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2024/12/10

You asked for it, you got it. We have been called out for not spending more time discussing microbrands on our show, so we do just that! We define what a microbrand is, and take you through a heap of them and their offerings! Enjoy!Give us a follow, and feel free to reach out to us on Instagram: @lumeplottersOr… leave us an audio comment using the link below, and we may just play it in an upcoming episode: https://www.speakpipe.com/lumeplotters

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89:32

Julien Périllat and Independence Days Dubai

Lume Plotters ·

2024/12/03

Today, we present to you an exceptional event from an exceptional mind, we interview Julien Périllat founder of Independence Days Dubai, a pop-up event featuring a host of independent watchmakers. We discuss how he got into watches, his collecting journey, and of course talk about his upcoming event! You can read more about it here:https://independencedaysdubai.com/Give us a follow, and feel free to reach out to us on Instagram: @lumeplottersOr… leave us an audio comment using the link below,...

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73:56

How to Break a Watch in 10 Days

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2024/11/26

Following in the footsteps of the Britt Pearce video on the same topic, we wanted to expand on the idea and regale our dear listeners on all the ways it’s possible to break or harm your mechanical timepiece (most likely without even knowing it)!Give us a follow, and feel free to reach out to us on Instagram: @lumeplottersOr… leave us an audio comment using the link below, and we may just play it in an upcoming episode: https://www.speakpipe.com/lumeplotters

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73:56

What is a dress watch?

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2024/11/19

So firstly, Ralf has been to a heap of watch events, and as such, he tells us about both the new Lange 1 and the new Norqain releases. After which, we jump into this week’s topic- dress watches. Just what exactly is a dress watch? What are its uses, functions, and characteristics? Let’s see if you agree with our analysis!Give us a follow, and feel free to reach out to us on Instagram: @lumeplottersOr… leave us an audio comment using the link below, and we may just play it in an upcoming episo...

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65:59

The Very Necessary ChatGPT Collection Roast Episode

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2024/11/12

So, just like Uncle Bark did, aka Bark and Jack, aka Adrian Barker, we also had to jump on the bandwagon and see what our dear friend ChatGPT had to say about our collections. But Ralf, being the ever-so nice guy, he also wanted the AI to praise our collections as well. Who doesn’t need a little external validation! Let’s see what Mr. ChatGPT has to say!Give us a follow, and feel free to reach out to us on Instagram: @lumeplottersOr… leave us an audio comment using the link below, and we may ...

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59:48

Kids Watches & Quartz

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2024/11/05

So we’re doing a twofer this week: kids watches and quartz! The two are inextricably linked, as most kids watches are, of course, made with quartz movements. So we discuss different quartz applications and mechanisms, how they work, and also talk a bit about why quartz is the perfect solution in kids watches!Give us a follow, and feel free to reach out to us on Instagram: @lumeplottersOr… leave us an audio comment using the link below, and we may just play it in an upcoming episode: https://w...

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60:31

Cub-what-us?

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2024/10/29

Both of us got some new watches! Also- Ralf has gone to some industry events! And lastly, Patek decided to troll us. Or did they?Give us a follow, and feel free to reach out to us on Instagram: @lumeplottersOr… leave us an audio comment using the link below, and we may just play it in an upcoming episode: https://www.speakpipe.com/lumeplotters

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60:39

Some news and some chit chat.

Lume Plotters ·

2024/10/22

As the title says, some news and some chit chat. We briefly catch up on the world of watches and everything that has been happening since our last news episode, and spend the rest of the time going tangentially off topic discussing random stuff. This, after all, is the Lume Plotters signature way.Give us a follow, and feel free to reach out to us on Instagram: @lumeplottersOr… leave us an audio comment using the link below, and we may just play it in an upcoming episode: https://www.speakpipe...

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68:17

What happened to Hodinkee now?

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2024/10/15

No! Not again! Another Hodinkee episode… but this time the news is a bit bigger and stranger. Let’s dive into the how, who, and why behind Hodinkee’s latest news story.Give us a follow, and feel free to reach out to us on Instagram: @lumeplottersOr… leave us an audio comment using the link below, and we may just play it in an upcoming episode: https://www.speakpipe.com/lumeplotters

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