Horology Republic

Horology Republic Small media outlet focusing on horology and the people you meet in the avocation. Veteran owned. Life through the lens of horology.

The journey our timepieces take with us doesn’t end once we’ve brought them home. On the contrary, that’s when it’s just beginning. Our pieces witness life’s most incredible moments and have stories all their own. At Horology Republic, we bring these stories to life and share them with everyone in the avocation.

Watch design is an essential piece of discussion whenever we talk about models and brands we love. is one of the few t...
04/14/2025

Watch design is an essential piece of discussion whenever we talk about models and brands we love. is one of the few to come along and redefine what it means to not only tell the time but also how the internal pieces come together to do so.

For many, this was an odd thing when they showed up ready to be a contender. As time has gone on and we’ve seen how innovative and fun the pieces Ressence makes are, it’s easy to see why they have become the symbols of individualism they are.

From oil-filled watches to interesting setups, you’d never be bored with your Ressence nor would you run out of people who are curious enough to ask you about it. For that, the brand will always be one of our favorites.

As always, a special thanks to Alex for his generous use of photos and stories. We certainly wouldn’t be the same without you!

Karl explains why he decided to sell the watch he wore for his wedding. Not an easy decision, for sure, but one that ma...
04/11/2025

Karl explains why he decided to sell the watch he wore for his wedding. Not an easy decision, for sure, but one that many in our community is sure to identify with: The heart wants what it wants, even in horological terms.

Visit the website to follow his journey away from the watch he said "I do" with.

Often, it's fun to imagine what things could be like in another timeline. Who do you think would occupy the fabled Holy...
04/11/2025

Often, it's fun to imagine what things could be like in another timeline. Who do you think would occupy the fabled Holy Trinity spots in that reality?

All the usual brands. All the hype. All the attention. All the burnout. When you find yourself uninspired by the “nor...
04/10/2025

All the usual brands. All the hype. All the attention. All the burnout.

When you find yourself uninspired by the “normal” choices, where do you go? What else offers something unique and historic with centuries of storytelling?

In an age where attention spans are shorter than a goldfish and everyone is on to the next thing in 10 minutes or less, the phrase “if you know, you know” carries far more weight than it used to.

is one such place to go if you need something special with significance that will surprise most. One of the most important people in horology, John Arnold brought to watches some of the innovations we take for granted today. While IG doesn’t allow for the length a post like this SHOULD have, we’ll simply leave you with the seed to plant in your mind and let you discover all they offer on your own. After all, what kind of journey guides would we be if we simply told you what to buy like so many other watch media outlets do?

Lange Obsession
04/08/2025

Lange Obsession

From our man in Geneva… Imagine working at a restaurant that not only is as exclusive as the name implies but also make...
04/08/2025

From our man in Geneva…

Imagine working at a restaurant that not only is as exclusive as the name implies but also makes watches available ONLY to you since you work there. Maybe waiting tables isn’t so bad if you do it at the right place?

Either way, we love it.

DAY 1 PICKS!While we definitely didn’t have enough time to go over EVERY watch released in day 1, we did cover most of...
04/02/2025

DAY 1 PICKS!

While we definitely didn’t have enough time to go over EVERY watch released in day 1, we did cover most of our favorites and some that we didn’t quite like from the usual suspects.

Join Zac and Larry ( ) as they go down the list from the brands we all know and love. The regular crew will be in and out this whole week as we cover each day of 2025!

Catch us Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or the dedicated area on the website. Listen now!

Today we remember one of the most prolific entertainers of all time. A man who became his characters and embodied what ...
04/02/2025

Today we remember one of the most prolific entertainers of all time. A man who became his characters and embodied what it meant to take on a role and give it your all. And also, apparently, a watch guy.

By far, my favorite character he played was Doc Holliday, as many others may agree. It is said that you never actually met Val Kilmer, you met who he was playing as he had a way to bring them to life like no other.

This shot, from 2014 and credited to the Associated Press, shows Val with a Panerai watch that absolutely suits him. Well made, rugged, ready for anything, and yet with a classical elegance that once can appreciate only if one knows what it is they’re looking at. In much the same way, you have to see Kilmer in action to truly appreciate all he brought to us over the years.

We’ll miss you, but we won’t stop watching your movies again and again. 1959 - 2025

EACH NIGHT of Watches & Wonders, join us ( | | | ) as we do a daily roundup. What's a hit, what's a miss, and what doe...
03/31/2025

EACH NIGHT of Watches & Wonders, join us ( | | | ) as we do a daily roundup. What's a hit, what's a miss, and what doesn't fit into any category - we'll be covering all that's released this coming week in Geneva on our Podcast. Listen in on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get you fancy. There's even a dedicated section on the website to listen to each individual episode, so there's no excuse to miss this week's nightly roundup.

Real life Superman, (who sports credentials such as Navy SEAL, Doctor, and astronaut) practices his soldering skills pr...
03/24/2025

Real life Superman, (who sports credentials such as Navy SEAL, Doctor, and astronaut) practices his soldering skills prior to his upcoming mission to the ISS. As he said in his original post, “Stuff breaks in space just like it does on Earth. And sometimes it makes more sense to repair than replace. This is one of the reasons why NASA promotes mechanical and electrical aptitude and awareness. Soldering is one of these skills.”

nerds will also notice the Rolex GMT Pepsi. As if all his other accomplishments weren’t enough (go look him up if you don’t know), he has great taste in timepieces and we hope to see many shots of him in space with this watch on. Rolex has a history of space flight that’s not quite as publicized as OMEGA’s, but it’s still significant nonetheless. Glad to see another GMT-Master II headed to space soon!

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For 8 weeks, we’ve been sitting down and talking all things watches. This episode centers on what to do at the AD and i...
03/13/2025

For 8 weeks, we’ve been sitting down and talking all things watches. This episode centers on what to do at the AD and is one that was requested by some listeners.

Seems like the seasoned collector may not think about what to do going into the AD but for the first time, it can be daunting. So much to see, someone catering to what you want to try on, even someone making you coffee or a mimosa…all of these things happen at once and it can be tricky to keep your priorities straight if you’re walking in for the first time.

Larry and Zac sit down to discuss this and offer their insight into what to do and how to make sure you get the most out of your visit.

Then, if you find yourself on the waitlist for a popular piece, we explored what other things may catch your eye in the meantime if you’re still browsing what’s available at your specific price point.

Podcast available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or the new Podcast section of the website.

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That dial detail, though. OMEGA has really come a long way creating dials that have something excellent to look at. Esp...
03/12/2025

That dial detail, though.

OMEGA has really come a long way creating dials that have something excellent to look at. Especially here - the level of detail is fascinating and keeps the eye coming back for more every time you look.

Glad to see expanding the World Timer line. Great work, folks.

The try-on phase of things.
03/09/2025

The try-on phase of things.

fun today!
03/07/2025

fun today!

03/07/2025

We all have interesting moments along our watch journey. Maybe a new piece that you've been lusting after, or perhaps a milestone memory you've made while wearing your favorite watch.

Tell us about your most memorable moment wearing your most loved piece!

Prem is one of our members who shared his G Shock on Friday. He called it the STRYPER but I definitely think it should ...
03/03/2025

Prem is one of our members who shared his G Shock on Friday. He called it the STRYPER but I definitely think it should have a bumblebee moniker in there somewhere!

G Shock watches serve a multitude of purposes for many different professions. As far as tool watches go, these have serious credibility in terms of the abuse they can take and the ease of replacement. Sometimes it’s easier to just grab a new one and with a G Shock, you definitely can without a lot of worry.

One of the admins of this account has taken his G Shock across the world and back again. In rotation with other pieces, it still served just as faithfully as the higher end luxury stuff without missing a beat. You’d be hard pressed to go wrong with anything offers, including their pianos!

Anyway, we love seeing all sorts of pieces and sharing them with you. Occasionally, we share the stories behind the watches. For more, you’ll just have to catch us in the group or on the podcast!

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