The Grey NATO – 388 – New Watches From Omega, Blancpain, Ming, Doxa & More
Summary
Jason and James discuss the upcoming Turn Our Timeie show, including a gear swap and new craft beer options for the marathon party. They review several new watches, highlighting the Albershorn Marograph Classic, Blancpain 70th Anniversary Bathyscaphe, Doxa Frogger, and the innovative Ming Comet world timer. The episode also covers the Oleg & Weiss Early Bird reissue, a historical Smiths military diver story, and the latest Omega Speedmaster 38 updates.
Topics discussed
Episode 388 intro and host introductions
James' upcoming New York trip and Hoodinky Happy Hour
Jason's decluttering and Chicago side trip
Planning the RZD gear swap event
Switching to hazy craft beer for the event
10th anniversary camo strap sold out
Wrist check: Jason wears the Seiko Monster
Wrist check: James wears the Elliott Brown GMT
Discussion on 39mm watch size preference
Overview of pre-Geneva Watch Days releases
Albichhorn Marraph Classic Racing review
Blancpain Fifty Fathoms 37mm price discussion
New Doxa Frogger Beta 2890 review
Ming 5705 Comet World Timer features
Aeronautic Early Bird 24-hour dial history
Smiths lost diver prototype story
Omega Speedmaster Reduced 38mm new versions
Anticipation for Geneva Watch Days pricing
Craig Hill Metrolog ruler and caliper tool
TV recommendation: Widow's Bay on Apple TV
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