Welcome to The Timelines Podcast, where every watch has a story and every collection has a legacy.

In Episode 11, Michael sits down with Chris Sohl, a scuba diving enthusiast and passionate watch collector. As one of Michael’s oldest watch friends, Chris shares his journey through the world of dive watches, underwater exploration, and the tight-knit Doxa community. From organizing Wind Up in a Lake and Wind Up in a Bay to his obsession with the historic SeaLab program, Chris’s story is a deep dive into the intersection of watches, diving, and real-world friendships.

Here’s what we cover in this episode:

• A Watch Friendship: The origins of Chris and Michael’s friendship through watch forums and their shared love for Doxa watches.
• Dive Watch Events: Chris’s role in creating Wind Up in a Lake and Wind Up in a Bay, bringing watch enthusiasts and divers together.
• SeaLab History: The fascinating story of SeaLab, America’s “second space race,” and its connection to vintage dive watches.
• Prized Possession: Chris’s vintage Aquastar 63, engraved from SeaLab II, and its incredible story.
• Scuba Diving for Watch Nerds: Why scuba diving is the ultimate adventure for watch enthusiasts and how to take the plunge with dive certification.

Connect With Chris Sohl

https://www.instagram.com/sohl/

Connect With Michael

https://www.instagram.com/watchingthemap/

Connect With The Watch Preserve

Shop Vintage Watches: https://thewatchpreserve.com/

Explore Watch Parts: https://thepartspreserve.com/

Contact Us for Repairs: https://tinyurl.com/vintagewatchrepair

Have a Watch For Sale? We Buy Watches! https://tinyurl.com/webuywatches

Come See Us in Fort Worth, TX!
📍1253 W. Magnolia Ave. Fort Worth, TX 76014

Follow Us on Social Media for Daily Watch Content:

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https://www.tiktok.com/@vintagewatchdealer

https://www.facebook.com/thewatchpreserve

Special Thanks to Our Guest: Chris Sohl

Welcome to The Timelines Podcast, where every watch has a story and every collection has a legacy.

In this episode, Michael sits down with two standout voices in the military and vintage diving watch space—Brock Stevens, a former U.S. Navy diver, and Jacob Van Buren, a vintage diving gear expert. These two are not just collectors—they’re hands-on explorers who put their watches and gear to the test underwater and in the field.

Here’s what we cover in this episode:

• Heroes of the Deep: The story behind Brock and Jacob’s friendship and their first collaboration on the Heroes of the Deep project.
• Military Roots: How their military and diving backgrounds led to a passion for vintage tool watches.
• Apollo Connection: The incredible story of Brock’s Seiko Pogue, gifted to his grandfather during his time working on the Apollo project.
• Photography & Storytelling: Behind-the-scenes insights into photographing and storytelling vintage military watches, including the Benrus Type II and GG-W-113.
• Dive Watch Evolution: The evolution of vintage-inspired dive watches and why mechanical simplicity is still king.

Love exploring the stories behind timepieces?
Subscribe to The Timelines Podcast for episodes featuring inspiring guests, rare watches, and incredible horological tales.

About The Timelines Podcast

At The Timelines Podcast, we uncover the hidden histories behind watches and the people who wear them. Join us on a journey through time as we connect with collectors, historians, and watchmakers who share their passion for horology.

Connect With Jacob Van Buren

https://www.instagram.com/sea_vue/

https://seavue.substack.com/

Connect With Brock Stevens

https://www.instagram.com/deepsea.edc/

Connect With Michael

As the host of The Timelines Podcast and sales manager at The Watch Preserve, Michael Pandolfo shares his passion for watches through engaging conversations. He’s also here to help you find the perfect timepiece for your collection.

https://www.instagram.com/watchingthemap/

Connect With The Watch Preserve

Shop Vintage Watches: https://thewatchpreserve.com/

Explore Watch Parts: https://thepartspreserve.com/

Contact Us for Repairs: https://tinyurl.com/vintagewatchrepair

Have a Watch For Sale? We Buy Watches! https://tinyurl.com/webuywatches

Follow Us on Social Media for Daily Watch Content:

https://www.instagram.com/thewatchpreserve/

https://www.tiktok.com/@vintagewatchdealer

https://www.facebook.com/thewatchpreserve

Special Thanks to Our Guests: Brock Stevens and Jacob Van Buren

Welcome to The Timelines Podcast, where every watch has a story and every collection has a legacy.

In Episode 9, we sit down with Brendan Frett, the founder and watchmaker behind Frett & Co Clockworks. Based in Little Rock, Arkansas, Brendan transforms vintage American pocket watches into stunning, wearable conversions, blending history, science, and artistry. From his roots in Chicago to his innovative thermal coloring techniques, Brendan shares how he brings new life to timeless pieces.

Here’s what we cover in this episode:

• A Family Legacy: How inheriting his great-great-grandfather’s 19th-century pocket watch sparked Brendan’s passion for vintage American timepieces.
• Science Meets Watchmaking: Discover how Brendan’s PhD in medicinal chemistry shapes his unique approach to restoring and thermally coloring watch movements.
• Thermal Coloring Mastery: Learn about the innovative techniques behind Frett & Co’s signature process, bringing vibrant hues like plum, blue, and gold to vintage movements.
• Favorite Finds: Brendan shares insights into rare Burlington watches tied to his Chicago heritage and the challenges of working on high-end Howard movements.
• The Future of Frett & Co: Get a sneak peek at new 40mm and 36mm case designs, plus upcoming bronze conversions hitting the market soon.

Love exploring the stories behind timepieces?
Subscribe to The Timelines Podcast for episodes featuring inspiring guests, rare watches, and incredible horological tales.

About The Timelines Podcast

At The Timelines Podcast, we uncover the hidden histories behind watches and the people who wear them. Join us on a journey through time as we connect with collectors, historians, and watchmakers who share their passion for horology.

Connect With Brendan

https://www.frettclockworks.com/

https://www.instagram.com/frettcoclockworks/

https://www.reddit.com/user/AreWGadmin/

Connect With Michael

As the host of The Timelines Podcast and sales manager at The Watch Preserve, Michael Pandolfo shares his passion for watches through engaging conversations. He’s also here to help you find the perfect timepiece for your collection.

https://www.instagram.com/watchingthemap/

Connect With The Watch Preserve

Shop Vintage Watches: https://thewatchpreserve.com/

Explore Watch Parts: https://thepartspreserve.com/

Contact Us for Repairs: https://tinyurl.com/vintagewatchrepair

Come See Us in Fort Worth, TX!
📍1253 W. Magnolia Ave. Fort Worth, TX 76014

Follow Us on Social Media for Daily Watch Content:

https://www.instagram.com/thewatchpreserve/

https://www.tiktok.com/@vintagewatchdealer

https://www.facebook.com/thewatchpreserve

Special Thanks to Our Guest: Brendan Frett