The Two Broke Watch Snobs get to the bottom of what being “broke” actually is. So there’s a serious challenge to take on in episode #70 and that’s funding an entire watch collection for $150. Seiko also discontinued some of our favorite models :(
Also, apparently Mike and Kaz don’t understand the complications involved with wearing sweatpants for several weeks straight. The site is also alive again! Be sure to check out some new reviews and guest pieces. Oh, and keep an eye out for the first newsletter!
Listen in for tips on how to really start a small watch collection on a budget. It was a challenge but the guys find ways to help you get started without dropping insane amounts of cash.
Show Notes:
Encino Man: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Encino_Man
Hemel HFT20 Chronograph: https://www.hemelwatches.com/products/hemel-hft20-vk64-configuration
Mr. Orient USA: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FB6TO5DbsPY
Watches from the minds of Long Islanders: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dW0KrDwnGzQ
Seiko 5 SNK: https://www.instagram.com/p/Bf1U3ZpFWgE/?taken-by=twobrokewatchsnobs
Orion Calamity: http://twobrokewatchsnobs.com/orion-calamity-dive-watch/
Raven Venture: http://twobrokewatchsnobs.com/raven-watches-review-venture/
RGM Watches: http://www.rgmwatches.com/
Discontinued Seiko models: https://www.seiyajapan.com/blogs/news/sayonara
Mike’s Picks
Vostok Scuba Dude: https://meranom.com/en/amphibian-classic/120/vostok-watch-amphibian-classic-120059.html
Casio F91W-1: https://www.amazon.com/Casio-F91W-1-Classic-Resin-Digital/dp/B000GAWSDG
Timex MKI 36mm: https://www.timex.com/mk1-36mm-nylon-watch/TW2R13800LG.html#start=1
Kaz’s Picks
Option 1
1 roll, 2 watches, leather strap
Roll: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B019LEXFWU/ref=crt_ewc_title_dp_2?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A1P3BWZSM0NY4A
Timex weekender chrono: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01JO765US/ref=crt_ewc_img_gw_3?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER
OR Timex expedition scout (approx $60): https://www.amazon.com/Timex-Expedition-Scout-Chronograph-Leather/dp/B01M3P1ES7/ref=pd_sbs_241_5?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B01M3P1ES7&pd_rd_r=5W0EAEDR2TZK0E4TW42D&pd_rd_w=6LRkT&pd_rd_wg=Klb92&refRID=5W0EAEDR2TZK0E4TW42D
Diver/sport
G shock dw6900 ($43): https://www.amazon.com/G-Shock-DW6900-1V-Black-Resin-Sport/dp/B000GAYQL8/ref=sr_1_9?ie=UTF8&qid=1519941321&sr=8-9&keywords=g+shock
Crown and Buckle leather strap: https://www.crownandbuckle.com/straps-by-type/leather/leather-straps.html
Option 2
Roll: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B019LEXFWU/ref=crt_ewc_title_dp_2?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A1P3BWZSM0NY4A
Timex weekender chrono: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01JO765US/ref=crt_ewc_img_gw_3?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER
OR Timex expedition scout (approx $60): https://www.amazon.com/Timex-Expedition-Scout-Chronograph-Leather/dp/B01M3P1ES7/ref=pd_sbs_241_5?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B01M3P1ES7&pd_rd_r=5W0EAEDR2TZK0E4TW42D&pd_rd_w=6LRkT&pd_rd_wg=Klb92&refRID=5W0EAEDR2TZK0E4TW42D
Casio Men's A168WA-1: https://www.amazon.com/Casio-A168W-1-Mens-A168WA-1-Watch/dp/B000LAKYW8/ref=sr_1_4?s=apparel&ie=UTF8&qid=1519945274&sr=1-4&nodeID=7141123011&psd=1&keywords=casio
Fossil Commuter 3-Hand: https://www.amazon.com/Fossil-FS5275-Commuter-Three-Hand-Leather/dp/B01M5H1PG2/ref=sr_1_4?s=apparel&ie=UTF8&qid=1519945779&sr=1-4&nodeID=7141123011&psd=1&keywords=fossil+watch+men
