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Watches Are Sports Now

On prediction markets and gambling, rankings, tribalism, and 'what it all means.'

Mar 5 • Tony Traina

You Are Your Watch's Biggest Problem

Rolex's army of volunteers, accuracy, and are you a Winder or a Wearer?

Feb 28 • Tony Traina

You Are Your Watch's Biggest Problem [Audio]

Rolex's volunteer army, accuracy, and are you a Winder or a Wearer?

Feb 28 • Tony Traina

12:15

Notes from Tudor's (Quiet) 100th Birthday Party

The top 50 Swiss brands; the reality of dealer margins; and do we 'need' watches?

Feb 23 • Tony Traina

Notes from Tudor's (Quiet) 100th Anniversary [Audio]

The top 50 Swiss brands; the reality of dealer margins; and do we 'need' watches?

Feb 23 • Tony Traina

19:17

26 Incredibly Niche Watches I Love

The watches I usually don't talk about.

Feb 18 • Tony Traina

How To Collect: The Vintage Rolex Daytona in 2026

An in-depth exploration of the four-digit Daytona with dealer Michael Morgan.

Feb 13 • Tony Traina

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