
The Springbar Podcast
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Episodes
96 episodes
Episode 94: How many is too many?
This week, Mike & Joe go down the rabbit hole of how many watches is too many watches. Is there even such a thing? You'll just have to listen and decide for yourself. Cheers!
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Episode 94
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Episode 93: An 18 month secret... A new Caravelle Sea Hunter
This week, Michael Benavente is back, and he's bring a bunch of stuff with him! New fall models, some talk about the recently announced Accutron 314 Tuning Fork, and... drum roll please... A brand new Caravelle release that we could not b...
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Episode 93
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Episode 92: Springbar Goes to Vegas!
This week, Joe traveled last minute to Fabulous Las Vegas for the new Accutron 314 tuning fork release party and for the Couture 2025 show. He's got some stories to tell! All this and more, on this weeks episode. Cheers!
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Episode 92
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Episode 91: Its a reissued episode!
This week, Mike is on location and Joe is still in location. Discussing reissues? A topic discussed once before, but there's a few new things that should be brought to light. All this and more, on this weeks episode. Che...
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Episode 91
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Episode 90 part 2: Bulova the lost years, w/ Carl Rosen
Welcome back to part 2 of our interview with Carl Rosen. Mike is MIA but Joe keeps things rolling. Thanks for listening and we hope you've enjoyed this journey into Bulovas lost history! Cheers!
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Episode 90 pt1: Bulova, the lost years. w/ Carl Rosen
This week we have a very special guest. Carl Rosen is the Bulova brand historian and former COO. He worked for the company for 30 years and he's got some stories to tell. If you don't learn something from this episode, I...
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Episode 90
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Episode 89: Horological faux pas
This week, Mike & Joe discuss some things that really bug them about watches. Do you agree with some of their complaints, or do you think they're totally wrong? You'll just have to decide for yourself. Also, Mike tri...
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Episode 88: Watches & Wonders - The good, the bad & the uglies
This week, Mike & Joe make their W&W 2025 Picks. Plus, Mike praises Rolex? Find out what he has to say, on this weeks episode. Cheers!
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Episode 87: Age old argument- what is NOS?
This week, Mike and Joe tackle the topic of defining the term NOS (New Old Stock) along with Art (That's been an argument between the two for a long time.) Also, is cannibalizing a watch acceptable for repairing another watch? All t...
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Episode 87
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Episode 86: Group chats come to life
This week, Mike & Joe welcome back Oliver from @watcheswitholiver as they go through some hot button topics pulled directly from their group chat . It's a fun look into what goes on between friends. Cheers!
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Episode 86
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Episode 85: What the hobby has taught us.
This week Mike & Joe are discussing the things they've learned from being part of the watch collecting hobby. What its taught them, if its changed them and if they've grown more because of it. All this plus Joe's recent "oops" p...
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Episode 85
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Episode 84: (A)symmetry & Moon phases.
How do these two things go together? Well, they don't But this is what you get when Mike lets Joe pick a topic. Joe really does make some good points though, so you should still listen to this episode. If nothing else, i...
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Episode 84
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Episode 83: Virtual watch meet - with you, the listener
This week Mike & Joe want to have a watch meet with our listeners. We tell stories, answer questions and just have a good time with some watch talk at the bar. Cheers!
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Episode 83
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56:07

Episode 82: Exclusive! Bulova spring 2025 Catalog w/Michael Benavente
This week is something special. Michael Benavente is back on the show after a long absence and hes brought some new watches with him. We have an exclusive look in to the Bulova Spring 2025 catalog, and discuss everything new and exc...
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Episode 82
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Episode 81: The 50 ok-ish watches of all time
Hey Everybody! This week, Mike and Joe tackle the Robb Report - "The 50 greatest watches of all time" and argue over why they believe some of those watches even belong on that list. They also have some suggestions on what SHOULD hav...
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Episode 81
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Episode 80: Farewell 2024!
This week, Mike & Joe review the year of both their personal collections and the podcast. Reliving best purchases, favorite watches and favorite show moments. All this and more on this weeks episode. Happy Holidays, Happy ...
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Episode 80
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Episode 79: Our Regerts - Buying and Selling
This week we have a listener suggested topic! Mike & Joe discuss the regrets of buying and selling certain watches. Also, we discuss the topic of the $17,000 Universal Geneve revival. All this and more, on this weeks episo...
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Episode 79
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Episode 78: The Springbar goes to Miami!
This week, Mike recaps his experience at the Bulova150 celebration in Miami and the screening of the new documentary film "America telling time - 150 years of Bulova" as well as discussing Joe's special new watch, his hands-on thoughts of the Y...
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Episode 78
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Episode 77: You heard it here, First-ish
This week, Mike & Joe talk about some current(?) watch news, including: Patek Cubitus, Omega x Swatch Earthphase, Tudor FXD MN Aero GMT, Zodiac stone dials and more!
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Episode 77
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Episode 76: The thrill of the hunt
After collecting hundreds of watches between the two of them, Mike & Joe discuss which feeling is better... The thrill of the hunt, or the actual acquisition of the watch. Also, Mike has a few new watches this week and one of them has...
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Episode 76
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59:41

Episode 75: Natural disaster watches
This week, Mike & Joe discuss the watches they'd pick to wear for specific natural disasters - Earthquakes, hurricanes, wildfires, etc. They also discuss the oddly controversial topic of Mikes Yema Yachtingraf and why he's selling it....
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Episode 75
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Episode 74: Marketing Bulova pt.2 - TJ Harris
This week, we are continuing our ongoing Bulova series with special guest, TJ Harris! TJ is Director of Brand Communications and we get into what he does and how he's made his mark on the brand, in the short time that he's been with the c...
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Episode 74
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Episode 73: Watch Straps (pt. 2) - Taking a second look at a first impression.
This week, Mike & Joe revisit an old topic, of straps. Our tastes and ideas have changed and therefore our opinions and choices. We also discuss whether or not you should purchase a new watch with the bracelet (if that's an opti...
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Episode 72
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Episode 72: GPHG - We get judgy!
This week, Mike & Joe try to bring some education to the show. We talk about GPHG - What it is, how it works, and we make some of our own picks. Do you think we'll agree on anything? You'll have to listen to find out. ...
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Episode 72
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Episode 71: Accutron Watch with Richard Callamaras & Michael Benavente
This week, we are FINALLY joined by Richard Callamaras of Accutron Watch, along with Michael Benavente. We're talking all things Accutron: Whats new, what's coming and a lot of good teasers of what's just around the corner! Th...
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Episode 71
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