From Collector to Dealer: Cameron Barr’s Secrets to Vintage Watch Hunting | Wrist Check Podcast #94
<p>In this episode of the Wrist Check Podcast, we sit down with Cameron Barr, the visionary founder of Craft &amp; Tailored, to explore his journey from collector to a leading vintage watch dealer. Cameron shares the story of selling his first watch and how it sparked a career in the world of horology. We dive into his insights from a Geneva panel on the transformative role of social media in the watch industry and the shifting dynamics with younger collectors entering the scene. Cameron also offers a rare glimpse into his personal collection, showcasing stunning timepieces and recounting his adventures traveling the globe in search of rare finds. Whether you're a seasoned collector or a curious newcomer, this episode delivers a masterclass in navigating the vintage watch market and the art of collecting. This episode is powered by Bezel. A platform for luxury watches, where you can buy, sell, trade, and even bid on watches up for auction. Follow the links below for more. <a href="https://getbezel.com/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Shop 20,000+ watches at get bezel.com</a><br /></p> <p><a href="https://download.getbezel.com/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Download the Bezel app</a></p> <p><br /></p> <p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@WristCheckPod" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">SUBSCRIBE to get the latest Wrist Check Pod content</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.wristcheckpod.com/product-page/wcp-x-wolf-official-watch-roll" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Shop our latest collaboration with WOLF 1834, The Shuttle Travel Case available </a></p> <p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/wristcheckpod" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Follow us on instagram</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@wristcheckpod?is_from_webapp=1&amp;sender_device=pc" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Follow us on TikTok</a></p> <p><br /></p> <p>Chapters 00:00 - Intro 01:02 - Wrist Check 06:30 - Cam's entry into watch collecting 11:16 - First Watch Sale 16:35 - Trends, Discovery, and Hype Watches 24:47 - Market Volatility and Watch Investments 28:29 - Social Media Impact 36:58 - Checking out Cam's Watches 55:36 - Outro<br /></p>
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Show Notes
In this episode of the Wrist Check Podcast, we sit down with Cameron Barr, the visionary founder of Craft & Tailored, to explore his journey from collector to a leading vintage watch dealer. Cameron shares the story of selling his first watch and how it sparked a career in the world of horology. We dive into his insights from a Geneva panel on the transformative role of social media in the watch industry and the shifting dynamics with younger collectors entering the scene.
Cameron also offers a rare glimpse into his personal collection, showcasing stunning timepieces and recounting his adventures traveling the globe in search of rare finds. Whether you're a seasoned collector or a curious newcomer, this episode delivers a masterclass in navigating the vintage watch market and the art of collecting.
This episode is powered by Bezel. A platform for luxury watches, where you can buy, sell, trade, and even bid on watches up for auction. Follow the links below for more.
Shop 20,000+ watches at get bezel.com
Download the Bezel app
SUBSCRIBE to get the latest Wrist Check Pod content
Follow us on instagram
Follow us on TikTok
Chapters
00:00 - Intro
01:02 - Wrist Check
06:30 - Cam's entry into watch collecting
11:16 - First Watch Sale
16:35 - Trends, Discovery, and Hype Watches
24:47 - Market Volatility and Watch Investments
28:29 - Social Media Impact
36:58 - Checking out Cam's Watches
55:36 - Outro