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In this episode, Ralf and Marton discuss the evolving landscape of watch brands, focusing on Doxa's strategic shift towards dive watches. They explore the implications of brand identity, pricing trends, and the challenges faced by various brands, including Zenith. The conversation also touches on personal experiences with watches, particularly Doxa, and concludes with insights from an interview with Jan Edöcs. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction to the Episode 01:12 Doxa's Shift to Dive Watches 02:35 Wristwatch Check and New Releases 04:45 Speedmaster Variations and Pricing 08:30 Price Increases and Market Trends 10:48 Comparing Omega and Rolex 12:59 Brand Identity in Watchmaking 15:03 Challenges for Zenith and Other Brands 19:30 Doxa's Unique Position in the Market 21:58 Personal Experiences with Doxa Watches 34:21 Conclusion and Insights from Jan Edöcs’ Interview Give us a follow, and feel free to reach out to us on Instagram: @lumeplotters Or… leave us an audio comment using the link below, and we may just play it in an upcoming episode: https://www.speakpipe.com/lumeplotters

Summary: In this episode, we discuss the recent Louis Vuitton Watch Week, where we critique the new releases from TAG Heuer, particularly the larger Carrera models, and discuss the implications of size changes in watch design. We also touch on the competitive landscape of luxury watches, highlighting the challenges faced by brands like TAG Heuer and Zenith, and the need for these companies to adapt to market demands and consumer preferences. As the episode progresses, we delve into the complexities of brand identity and market positioning, particularly for Zenith, which we feel has lost its way. We discuss the importance of understanding consumer perceptions and the need for brands to innovate rather than simply rehashing old designs.  Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction and Listener Engagement 03:45 Louis Vuitton Watch Week Highlights 04:57 TAG Heuer's New Releases 10:57 The Challenges of Luxury Brands 19:25 The State of Zenith and Brand Identity 40:10 Reflections on the Watch Industry Give us a follow, and feel free to reach out to us on Instagram: @lumeplotters Or… leave us an audio comment using the link below, and we may just play it in an upcoming episode: https://www.speakpipe.com/lumeplotters

In this episode of the Lume Plotters, hosts Ralf and Marton reflect on the evolution of their podcast and delve into the complexities of succession planning in the watch industry. They discuss the importance of brand identity, particularly when a founder retires, and how this impacts the future of luxury watch brands. The episode features an insightful interview with Robert Bailey from Laurent Ferrier, exploring the brand's legacy and future direction. The hosts also share personal anecdotes about their watch collections, highlighting the emotional connection and challenges of being a watch enthusiast. Timestamps: 00:00 Welcome to the Lume Plotters 14:36 The Challenge of Succession in Watch Brands 19:33 The Evolution of Watch Brands 24:38 Succession Planning in Watchmaking 32:40 Brand Identity and Leadership Changes 39:03 The Future of Laurent Ferrier 42:17 Interview with Robert Bailey Give us a follow, and feel free to reach out to us on Instagram: @lumeplotters Or… leave us an audio comment using the link below, and we may just play it in an upcoming episode: https://www.speakpipe.com/lumeplotters

Summary: In this episode of Lume Plotters, Ralf and Marton reflect on their watch collections as they welcome the new year. They discuss their feelings about various watches, listener questions about Christopher Ward, and the recent price increases from Rolex. The conversation also touches on their vacation experiences, future collection goals, and predictions for the watch industry in 2026. Throughout the episode, they emphasize the importance of personal preferences in watch collecting and the evolving landscape of the luxury watch market. Timestamps: 00:00 Welcome to the New Year of Watches 01:30 Reflections on Watch Collections 05:35 Listener Questions and Christopher Ward Watches 12:36 Quality and Value of Christopher Ward 19:51 Rolex Price Increases and Market Trends 27:51 Personal Watch Journeys and Sales 35:39 Rolex Pricing Trends and Preferences 37:15 Shifting Focus: Collections Without Dates 41:11 Future Watch Aspirations and Goals 46:53 Exploring New Brands and Market Dynamics 56:17 Expectations for the Future of Watch Brands Give us a follow, and feel free to reach out to us on Instagram: @lumeplotters Or… leave us an audio comment using the link below, and we may just play it in an upcoming episode: https://www.speakpipe.com/lumeplotters

Are piece uniques all they’re cracked up to be? In this episode we have a brief chat with Moser CEO Edouard Meylan discussing everything from this topic to Formula 1. Give us a follow, and feel free to reach out to us on Instagram: @lumeplotters Or… leave us an audio comment using the link below, and we may just play it in an upcoming episode: https://www.speakpipe.com/lumeplotters

To mark the end of 2025, we have a little chit chat. No scripts, no plans, just talking. Let’s see where we end up! To everyone listening, we hope you have a merry holiday season and we wish you all a happy New Year! Give us a follow, and feel free to reach out to us on Instagram: @lumeplotters Or… leave us an audio comment using the link below, and we may just play it in an upcoming episode: https://www.speakpipe.com/lumeplotters

With the launch of Omega’s newest release, the fourth generation Planet Ocean, we see a surge of positivity coming from all angles of the watch media. However, is this praise warranted, or is watch journalism simply biased? Tune in and find out! Give us a follow, and feel free to reach out to us on Instagram: @lumeplotters Or… leave us an audio comment using the link below, and we may just play it in an upcoming episode: https://www.speakpipe.com/lumeplotters

Today we welcome one of the greatest watchmakers of all time, Kari Voutilainen, onto our little show. We discuss the shift towards eliminating humans in watchmaking and the potential impacts that would have in the long run on horology. Give us a follow, and feel free to reach out to us on Instagram: @lumeplotters Or… leave us an audio comment using the link below, and we may just play it in an upcoming episode: https://www.speakpipe.com/lumeplotters

A couple of new G-Shocks have been released that feature something enthusiasts have been begging for for ages! That’s right, the regular classic square lines finally feature MIP, or memory-in-pixel screens. This is the single largest overhaul to G-Shock squares since they debuted back in 1983! Tune in and hear our thoughts… Give us a follow, and feel free to reach out to us on Instagram: @lumeplotters Or… leave us an audio comment using the link below, and we may just play it in an upcoming episode: https://www.speakpipe.com/lumeplotters

Let’s discuss all the things we saw and did at this year’s Dubai Watch Week! Hint: tons of interviews, parties, new releases, events, and much much more! Give us a follow, and feel free to reach out to us on Instagram: @lumeplotters Or… leave us an audio comment using the link below, and we may just play it in an upcoming episode: https://www.speakpipe.com/lumeplotters

The Lume Plotters have spent the entire day at Dubai Watch Week so you don’t have to! From morning until night, this is what we got up to on Day 1! Give us a follow, and feel free to reach out to us on Instagram: @lumeplotters Or… leave us an audio comment using the link below, and we may just play it in an upcoming episode: https://www.speakpipe.com/lumeplotters

The question posed today is, are limited edition watches truly grail worthy or are they simply a Labubu? What are the upsides and downs of being a rare and exclusive piece? Tune in to find out! Give us a follow, and feel free to reach out to us on Instagram: @lumeplotters Or… leave us an audio comment using the link below, and we may just play it in an upcoming episode: https://www.speakpipe.com/lumeplotters

This week we have another YouTube video episode (so you can watch instead of listen!!) with our special guest George talking to us about his many, many obsessions, most especially his love for Cartier. He talks us through his history as a watch collector, and shows off some key pieces in his collection! Give us a follow, and feel free to reach out to us on Instagram: @lumeplotters Or… leave us an audio comment using the link below, and we may just play it in an upcoming episode: https://www.speakpipe.com/lumeplotters

First things first, Omega releases a quartet of new Speedmasters. Do we need four Dark Side of the Moons? Who knows… Are they cool? Who knows… Second, someone has finally used the Speakpipe feature on our posts, and asked us a question! The question goes… We all have certain criteria when buying watches, and wherever these criteria overlap (in a proverbial Venn diagram’s center, so to speak) lie the watches that we choose to buy. So, what are the Lumeplotters criteria for selecting watches? Tune in to find out! Give us a follow, and feel free to reach out to us on Instagram: @lumeplotters Or… leave us an audio comment using the link below, and we may just play it in an upcoming episode: https://www.speakpipe.com/lumeplotters

Today’s topic is a strange one… Rolex recently released a desk clock in the image of a Submariner. Why? Who knows… but we can still talk about it! Give us a follow, and feel free to reach out to us on Instagram: @lumeplotters Or… leave us an audio comment using the link below, and we may just play it in an upcoming episode: https://www.speakpipe.com/lumeplotters