In The Metal

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In The Metal takes an informal, behind the scenes look at the fascinating world of independent watchmaking. Brought to you by @irishwatchguy Johnny McElherron of The Watch Press, along with former Anthrax lead guitarist and thrash metal legend, and now present-day US Master Watchmaker Dan Spitz, In The Metal is an online conversation forum, where we get talking with the finest talents and personalities in the industry about watches, watchmaking, life and music. Sit back for a lively, uncensored, in-house, hand finished insight into the extraordinary world of independent watchmaking, with the occasional visit into the dark side too, and make sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel too, because we are the only backstage pass, access all areas, heavy metal watch show. Visit Dan at danspitz.com And keep yourself up to date with news and reviews from the watch scene at thewatchpress.com

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In The Metal - Episode 29 - Luca Soprana talks to Dan Spitz and Johnny McElherron - 3/12/20

Jul 22 2022 107 mins

Our journey into the seldom seen world of behind the scenes independent watchmaking on In The Metal continues in conversation with the creative mind behind some of the most spectacular contemporary timepieces of our time.As co-founder of movement design and development company Les Ateliers 7H38, Luca Soprana's portfolio of mind-blowing mechanical creations include the extraordinary

In The Metal - Episode 28 - James Thompson talks to Johnny McElherron - 26/11/20

Jul 22 2022 94 mins

In this episode of In The Metal, we welcome a true a force of nature who literally emits strange and colourful fire out of his fingertips, and whose work lights up contemporary independent watchmaking.A sorcerer, an alchemist and a master of the mysterious art of illumination, James Thompson is the creative energy behind the Black Badger Advanced Composites lab in Göteborg, where

In The Metal - Episode 27 - Edouard Meylan talks to Dan Spitz and Johnny McElherron - 17/11/20

Jul 22 2022 97 mins

Fresh off the back of a triumphant success at the 2020 GPHG watchmaking 'Oscars' ceremony in Geneva, bagging not one but two cherished GPHG Aiguille awards for Best Chronograph, with the Streamliner Flyback Chronograph, and the Audacity award for the outrageous Endeavour Cylindrical Tourbillon, we are joined by the suave and charming CEO of H. Moser & Cie, Edouard Meylan.Renown

In The Metal - Episode 26 - Max Büsser talks to Dan Spitz and Johnny McElherron - 22/10/20

Jul 22 2022 104 mins

As we continue our journey across the fascinating and diverse landscape of independent watchmaking, we are joined for this edition of In The Metal by Maximilian Büsser of MB&F for a retrospective tribute to this most pioneering of watch companies.A truly dynamic ball of energy and charisma, whose personal philosophical mantra reminds us that 'a creative adult is a child who su

In The Metal - Episode 25 - Stephen McDonnell talks to Dan Spitz and Johnny McElherron - 16/10/20

Jul 22 2022 101 mins

In The Metal is back for another access all areas episode, and if you're a fan of MB&F then this really is one not to miss!In the first of a double bill of MB&F specials this week, we are joined by one of the most elusive figures in the world of independent watchmaking.While Stephen McDonnell's name is known to collectors and MB&F fans all around the world, thanks to hi

In The Metal - Episode 24 - Aaron Becsei talks to Dan Spitz and Johnny McElherron - 1/10/20

Jul 22 2022 92 mins

In this episode In The Metal whisks you off to the magnificent city of Budapest, capital of Hungary, and into the atelier of one of the world's finest independent master watchmakers where we find Aaron Becsei who joins us for an exclusive look into his world of invention and creativity.A long standing member of independent watchmaking's revered, invitation-only institution, the Aca

In The Metal - Episode 23 - Andreas Strehler talks to Dan Spitz and Johnny McElherron - 17/9/20

Jul 22 2022 95 mins

A man whose accomplishments are way too numerous to attempt to list here, Andreas Strehler is unquestionably one of the greats of contemporary independent haute horlogerie.A Guinness World Record holder for a moon indication which is accurate to one single day in 2,060,000 (yes, more than two million) years, his resumé as a scientist, a mathematician, a problem solver, innovator,

In The Metal - Episode 22 - Machiel Hulsman talks to Dan Spitz and Johnny McElherron - 10/09/20

Jun 19 2022 97 mins

In this episode of In The Metal, Johnny and Dan are joined by a Dutch watchmaker who epitomises the spirit of independent watchmaking. Armed only with the experience of a couple of part time foundation courses in watch school, Machiel Hulsman decided to turn his back on a successful career in banking and IT and embark on a new life, with a single minded objective of creating his ow

In The Metal - Episode 21 - David Candaux talks to Dan Spitz and Johnny McElherron - 03/09/20

Jun 19 2022 94 mins

In The Metal is LIVE once again later today for another journey behind the atelier door and a look at hidden world and a life less ordinary, when Johnny and Dan are joined by the Le Solliat born and raised, third generation maestro David Candaux.A full member of independent watchmaking's elite AHCI, the invitation-only Académie Horlogère des Créateurs Indépendants, David is a m

In The Metal - Episode 20 - Remy Cools talks to Dan Spitz and Johnny McElherron - 27/08/20

Jun 19 2022 93 mins

On this episode of In The Metal, Johnny and Dan welcome Frenchman Remy Cools; another remarkable young talent whose star is quickly rising through the independent watchmaking firmament, and who, at only 24 years of age has already established his very own atelier, where he has created his first masterpiece; the Tourbillon Souscription, which is a breathtakingly beautiful, hand craf