Keeping Time With Oster Watches

Our guest on Keeping Time with Oster Watches episode is a highly talented and passionate watchmaker, Felipe Pikullik. Based in Berlin, Germany, of Brazilian descent, Felipe embodies all that is celebrated in the Art of Watchmaking. Each piece that bears the Felipe Pikullik brand name is a demonstration of purity, dedication and tradition - a classical approach to contemporary watchmaking. Signature sculpted bridges are formed within the atelier and embellished with traditional finishing techniques long recognized as all that embodies haute horlogerie. Felipe and his team transform each caliber produced with impeccable craftsmanship and a commitment to excellence. Join us as we engage with Felipe in a conversation that explores the motivations, desires and challenges embraced by the young prodigy and his eager and willing team. As always, the conversation with host Jeremy Oster meanders, explores and probes to gain a depth of knowledge and understanding of one of the Independent watch world's rising stars. Th

Welcome back everyone as we kick off our 8th Season of Keeping Time! We are thrilled to kick off the new season with a very special guest, Bernhard Lederer. Mr. Lederer is a highly accomplished Master Watchmaker with many decades of experience creating and achieving complicated and challenging timepieces, including ground-breaking clocks and remarkable wristwatches. The most recent project is the GPHG Award-Winning Central Impulse Chronometer. Claiming the 2021 GPHG Award in the Innovation category, Lederer Watches has achieved one of the holy grails of watchmaking. Whilst it can be said that this watch furthers the work of George Daniels, Mr Lederer has innovated and challenged the notion of a modern wristwatch chronometer. Join us for an insightful conversation as we explore Mr. Lederer's rich horological history, discuss his influences and outline career achievements. We will go deep into the technical brilliance and achievements of the GPHG Award-Winning Central Impulse Chronometer. We discuss the inspir

Join us as we welcome back to the podcast Guido Terreni. Nearly 2 years after taking the helm, we are thrilled to catch up with the insightful CEO of Parmigiani Fleurier.    Listen in as we engage in a frank assessment of an impressive first couple of years for the brand under the direction of the Italian-born leader. Learn about the plans Mr Terreni holds for the prestigious Manufacture to further solidify the brand's position amongst the hierachy of Haute horlogerie.    We discuss details, priorities and valuable insights into one of the most interesting, capable and exclusive watch brands on the market today.    Thank you as always for downloading and listening to Keeping Time Podcast. If you enjoy this episode, kindly subscribe and share with your watch-enthusiast friends. 

Join us as we welcome Claude back to the podcast. Our most regularly featured guest, Claude is welcomed back for a second time this season with news of another brand new model. Listen in as the always engaging Master Watchmaker, Claude Greisler, discusses the recently unveiled Armin Strom One Week. As the name suggests, the new model has a power reserve of one full week. Based on a caliber originally launched by the brand a decade ago, Claude talks us through all the changes, modifications and aesthetic choices made by the brand as Armin Strom unveils this important addition to the expanding collection offered by the Manufacture today. Claude shares technical details and further insights into his incredible company, Armin Strom, co-founded by Claude Greisler and Serge Michel. Listen in as host Jeremy Oster once again invites Claude to share his immense knowledge, passion and artistic sensibility with our listeners. We recommend also listening to our previous episodes with Claude as each has a unique focus an

We are honored to be joined by Christine Hutter, "in person," for this episode of Keeping Time. Christine Hutter is Founder and CEO of the extraordinary Manufacturer Moritz Grossmann. Located in Glashütte, Germany, the modern Manufacture creates breathtakingly beautiful, handcrafted timepieces which embody the true spirit of "Haute Horlogerie." Nearly 175 years after the original factory was established in the famous watchmaking town of Glashütte, Christine Hutter retains the spirit and soul of the eponymous founder whilst evolving fine modern-day watchmaking with numerous patents and innovations. Join us as we chat with Ms. Hutter and learn about the brand which today takes it's place amongst the world's finest timepiece creators. Listen in as we discuss the methods employed today, the artistic approach to incredible dials such as the stunning Tremblage dial and others. We discuss the impressive manufacturing capabilities including the in-house screws, hands and all the elements which combine to make Moritz

Bertrand Savary, President: Arnold & Son and Angelus We are joined for this episode by Bertrand Savary, one of the savviest and most experienced leaders in the luxury watch industry. Bertrand learned his trade working with a number of the most storied and legendary historical watch brands. His background, dating back to the early 2000's, makes him the ideal visionary to embrace the importance of one of history's most important watchmakers, Arnold & Son, as well as Angelus, one of the last century's most intriguing brands. Join us as Mr Savary leads us deeper into the brands that are under his watchful eye and also the impressive Manufacture, La Joux Perret, which is under the same ownership as the two brands.  Inspired by the past and with a clear vision for the future, Bertrand takes us deep into each of the brands and outlines the current direction and future projects that will shape the success of two of the most interesting names in haute horlogerie. Backed by one of the most important Manufa

Join us for a very special and quite different episode of Keeping Time. We are joined today by the well-known and highly-regarded Instagram watch collector/afficionado, @HoroMarioBro. Rather than just post pics of his watches, @HoroMarioBro has built an incredible following thru his insightful posts which highlight incredible finishing details and even show comparisons between different watches. With a superb eye for detail, @HoroMarioBro showcases superb macro imagery and slo-motion videos which draw fellow enthusiasts deep into his world of Haute Horlogerie. During the process of collecting watches, @HoroMarioBro discovered the incredible work of Armin Strom as well as the strong focus on Independent watchmaking by Oster Jewelers. Discussions began for an Armin Strom Piece Unique Resonance Pure. During the process, Keeping Time host Jeremy Oster and Claude Greisler collaborated with @HoroMarioBro to realize a truly special creation, without compromise and filled with details and finishes befitting one of t

Season 7 Episode 2: Claude Greisler, Armin Strom Co-Founder and Master Watchmaker Join us as we welcome Mr. Claude Greisler back to the podcast for a record 4th appearance!! Every conversation with Claude is filled with knowledge, insight and pure horological passion. This episode focuses on Claude's incredible and deep fascination for the phenomenon of RESONANCE. Delving into history we discuss the origins of Resonance in watchmaking, from Huygens to Breguet and then to modern-day we discuss the evolution of the concept and the realization of the incredibly successful Armin Strom Resonance series. The conversation delves into Claude's impressive background and training. It soon becomes clear how this path would influence the impressive work achieved by Claude's Armin Strom Manufacture. We learn how Armin Strom's unique approach to utilizing Resonance was created and the many challenges that had to be overcome to master the intriguing phenomenon of Resonance. The conversation flows naturally and Claude's la

We’re back for a new season of Keeping Time Podcast. Our guest is Xavier de Roquemaurel, returning to the podcast for the 4th time. The previous appearance coincided with the launch of the new at the time Antarctique collection. Now, 3 years later, we discuss at length the incredible impact the Antarctique collection has had on the relatively new company with the incredible history. We discuss the challenges faced by the brand with regard to manufacturing and the remarkable demand that has catapulted the company into an entirely different luxury stratosphere. As always, Xavier displays genuine openness and transparency and provides insights into the decisions taken by a small luxury brand that is growing rapidly and claiming a spot in the upper echelon of haute horlogerie. We discuss the current collections offered by Czapek & Cie as well as the philosophy of the brand. Most interestingly, Xavier shares some future plans and offers some breaking news to our listeners. April Fools Day will be a day many pe

Oster Jewelers is celebrating their 20th anniversary this month and so we are turning the tables on owner, Jeremy Oster. This episode's theme is taking chances--how others took a chance on Jeremy, how Jeremy and his wife Melissa took a chance on themselves, and how they took chances on up-and-coming independent watchmakers. We learn how building relationships is the key to becoming one of the premier independent watch retailers in the world and how evolving with an ever-changing industry is the recipe for success. What does the future hold? Are collaborations and exclusives the future of collecting? Tune in to hear Jeremy's story and upcoming plans. A special thanks to Scott Rosen as the guest host on this episode who continued the podcast's tradition of a free-flowing conversational approach to learning more about the personalities that drive the industry. Of course, thanks most of all to our listeners and supporters around the globe. Keeping Time Podcast is commercial free and sponsored entirely by Oster Je

We are delighted to welcome Marco Borraccino, our guest for this episode of Keeping Time Podcast.  With a remarkably impressive background in watch design, including head of design for Officine Panerai, Mr Borraccino brings a unique vision to the world of exceptional watchmaking. Singer Reimagined is the watch brand co-founded by Marco Borraccino together with Rob Dickinson of Singer Vehicle Design. A former singer and guitarist with the highly acclaimed band Catherine Wheel, Rob Dickinson returned to his automotive roots with the founding of Singer Vehicle Design where he would specialize in the "Restomod" world of renovating and evolving older, air-cooled Porsche 911's. His work is beyond exceptional and the incredible works of automotive art created by his company are sought the world over by serious Porsche enthusiasts and collectors. His work also caught the eye of renowned watch designer, Marco Borraccino. Marco Borraccino is the co-founder, managing director and creative designer for Singer Reimagined

We’re back with another episode of Keeping Time Podcast. Our guest is Nicholas Manousos. Based in New York City, Mr. Manousos is the Executive Director of the Horological Society of New York, Technical Editor at Hodinkee, Board Member at The Watch Library Foundation and Member of the Academy at the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève. Join us as we discuss the incredible history of the Horological Society of New York (HSNY), the oldest and the first watchmaking guild in America, founded in 1866. We discuss the Society through the ages as well as the challenges and the developments through many interesting periods of the chapter’s history. We discuss how the Society has adapted and grown and the immense global importance and influence today. Listen in to learn about some of the important programs offered and how HSNY benefits and continues to expand high-quality watchmaking in the USA as well as the development of International programs under the stewardship of Mr Manousos. We continue to discuss further aspects

Our guest for this episode of Keeping Time with Oster Watches Podcast is Manuel Emch. A truly creative visionary, Manuel brings incredible enthusiasm and impeccable design sense to the watch industry. As an independent consultant, Manuel utilizes his time to explore different projects as well as mentoring some of the most talented up and coming watchmakers. Join us for this episode as we discuss Manuel's origins, journey and motivations. He became the Swatch Group's youngest ever Brand President, 20 years ago, when Manuel took the reins and developed the historically important brand, Jaquet Droz. With a keen eye for design and a deep respect for history, Manuel built a successful luxury brand around the inspired Grande Seconds design inspired by an original creation of Jaquet Droz. Today, the focus of the conversation turns to his vision for the exciting brand, Louis Erard. With a deep respect for "Métiers d'Art" including Grand Feu enamel dials and engine-turned guilloché dials Manuel saw an opportunity to c

Our guest for this episode of Keeping Time Podcast is Michael Culyba, Director and Producer of the upcoming documentary movie, KEEPER OF TIME. Featuring some of the most renowned figures in the watch world: Philippe Dufour, Roger W. Smith, François-Paul Journe, and Max Büsser, among other leading voices in the industry, the film will have its world premiere in NYC on April 28, 2022. Listen in today as we delve into the inspiration behind the creation of this incredible cinematic celebration of luxury watchmaking and horology and life itself. The movie addresses the astonishing and beautiful world of mechanical watchmaking while contemplating the theoretical and philosophical notions of time, aging and mortality.   Live from the SVA Theatre in New York City on April 28th, the world premiere of Keeper of Time includes an introduction by director Michael Culyba and a post-screening panel discussion: "The Allure of Watchmaking and the Notion of Time." The premiere of the film will be live streamed worldwide on th

Our guest for the first episode of Season 6 is James Lamb, a British watchmaker and Member of the British Horological Institute. Join us as we discover James Lamb Watches and the release of The Origin series, James' first collection of individually created handmade watches. The Elements (Earth, Air, Fire and Water) provide the inspiration and theme to be explored in the four pieces that make up the collection. James brings the watches to life for us in an engaging conversation that is focused on the methods used by James in the creation of the new pieces. We discuss the beautiful art of forging and forming Argentium watch cases, largely by traditional methods, with each piece being individual and full of character. We explore the methods used for each of the unique dials and the techniques such as cloisonné enamel that capture the essence of the elemental inspirations. James Lamb is a craftsman seeking to gain mastery of all aspects of watchmaking. Our conversation is engaging and natural with tremendous in

Guido Terreni, CEO of Parmigiani Fleurier since January 2021,  joins us for Keeping Time with Oster Watches Podcast, S5 Episode 8. For the 2021 season finale, we are excited to welcome guest Guido Terreni, recently appointed CEO of exceptional watch manufacturer, Parmigiani Fleurier. Following the immense success enjoyed at Bulgari developing the award-winning Octo Finissimo collection, Guido Terreni could not resist the lure of taking the helm of one of the industry's most important and creative Haute Horlogerie brands. The opportunity to work alongside legendary watchmaker, Michel Parmigiani, is an opportunity that Mr Terreni seized with both hands.  Listen in to an engaging conversation as your host, Jeremy Oster, jumps at the opportunity to engage with Mr Terreni - eagerly posing questions designed to dig deep into the mentality and motivation behind the new CEO of the important Manufacture, Parmigiani Fleurier. This podcast is all about the personalities in the industry and the passion that drives

Peter Speake and Daniela Marin join us for Keeping Time with Oster Watches Podcast, S5 Episode 7. In this episode of Keeping Time we are privileged to welcome Daniela Marin, co-founder of one of the most important horological websites, The Naked Watchmaker.  Joining Daniela is Peter Speake, one of the most celebrated watchmakers in the industry (known of course for Speake-Marin watches) and co-founder of The Naked Watchmaker with Daniela. This will be Peter's 3rd episode of Keeping Time - having last joined us back on Episode #31 (June 2018).  At that time, The Naked Watchmaker was just starting out. Now, the website is firmly established as a go-to forum for genuine knowledge ranging from deconstruction of well-known modern and important historical calibres to in-depth and thought-provoking articles covering centuries of watchmaking and innovation within the industry. The latest edition is a series of online "Masterclasses" that are designed to provide enthusiasts of all levels of knowledge with the tools to

James Thompson of Black Badger returns for Keeping Time with Oster Watches Podcast, S5 Episode 6. We welcome back our intriguing and always curious friend, James, to chat about... well, whatever comes to mind! James Thompson is one of the most interesting and in-demand craftsman who adds a certain magic to some of the coolest watches on the market - from MB&F to De Bethune and a whole bunch more. Are you wearing an Indie watch with some cool lume? If so, it's a pretty safe bet that James is responsible! Doug, Jeremy and James engage in an unscripted conversation which meanders back and forth amidst a variety of topics ranging from Octopus to Tikron of Russia, Spector Titanium to CNC Machining and of course Gypsy curses. We also engage in some irreverent topics. As usual, this episode is a free-flowing conversation with minimal editing. Jeremy Oster is your host along with co-host, Doug Hoyt.  Thanks as always to Doug who is also the Producer of Keeping Time Podcast. This podcast is all about the personal

Scott Rosen returns for Keeping Time with Oster Watches Podcast, S5 Episode 5. We welcome back our dear friend Scott to discuss an in-depth retrospective of the landscape of luxury watches today versus 20-25 years ago. We compare where the top brands were back in the fledgling days of the rebirth of mechanical cool and the introduction of the independent watchmakers. This unedited conversation has a lovely and natural flow showcasing the depth of knowledge and experience that Scott brings to the episode, along with the expertise and retail knowledge of host, Jeremy Oster. The discussion meanders through major brands such as Rolex, Audemars Piguet, Patek Philippe and others as well as Tudor and Omega progresses to discuss the rise of sought after Independent watchmakers such as Vianney Halter, FP Journe and De Bethune. Join us for an engaging conversation that will be as pleasing for long-time collectors/industry stalwarts as it will be informative and revelatory for newer watch enthusiasts. [Episode Note: Jer

One of the industry's most talented watchmakers, Claude Greisler,  is back for Keeping Time with Oster Watches Podcast, S5 Episode 4 Claude is back for another episode. We chat with Claude about the newest Armin Strom release, "Tribute 1," with discussion of technical details, innovations and the inspiration behind this latest project. Tribute 1 is the epitome of a modern "dress-watch" that is perfect for today's more laid-back lifestyle.  As always, Claude brings this new watch to life for us and delves deeply into the technical aspects of the new 100-hour power reserve Manufacture calibre created for this new 38-mm watch.  Claude details the concept behind the "First Edition" launch of only 25-pieces. As always, the conversation meanders and will please all who wish to gain a deeper insight and understanding of haute horlogerie watchmaking. Claude's knowledge and comfort discussing more technical concepts in a language that we can all understand makes this episode all the more valuable for those who enjoy d