The Grey NATO – 390 – Slack Crew & A 2026 [Part 4]
Summary
Hosts Jason Heaton and James Sty discuss their recent weekends, including James’s new garage workshop setup and Jason’s completion of the Grand Tour series. They preview the upcoming Toronto Timepiece Show, detailing the live taping, gear swap, and marathon hangout events. The episode features a "Slack Crew" Q&A where the hosts answer listener questions about watches they initially disliked but now love, such as the Tudor Pelagos Ultra and Timex Ironman, and debate the nature of objectivity in watch reviewing.
Topics discussed
Introduction and weekend updates
Office organization and fastener sorting
Toronto Timepiece Show and TGN Gear Swap details
Risk check: Seiko 7002 and 6309 modding
Doxa 300T Titanium discussion and colorways
Slack crew Q&A format and schedule
Six watches that exceeded expectations
Maintaining objectivity in watch reviews
Industry changes: media landscape and renders
Impact of independent brands on the market
Planning a 40th birthday adventure trip
Stranded on Mars: album and watch choices
Dream TGN hangout: location, food, and competition
Final notes: Pocket Bellows and podcast recommendation
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