Time 2 Calibrate23 Kesä 2025

Episode 25: With Jose Miranda, co-founder Isotope Watches

The guys engage in a lively conversation with Marc’s new employer, Jose Miranda, who is the co-founder of Isotope Watches. Known for his warm demeanor and approachable nature, Jose stands out as one of the most compassionate figures in the watch industry. His designs reflect a perfect blend of innovation and creativity, drawing inspiration from diverse influences while simultaneously inspiring others in the craft.

Isotope Watches: https://isotopewatches.com/

Isotope on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/isotopewatches/

Isotope North America on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/isotopewatchesna/

0:13 – Intro (yes, Marc said Episode 24)

00:47 – Wrist Checks

02:33 – Marc’s Relationship with Isotope

09:22 – The story behind the Lacrima Logo

16:24 – Guiding principles behind Isotope Watch Design

22:55 – Isotope’s Origin Story

29:57 – Challenges with movements and components

32:48 – The inspiration for the Moonshot Chronograph

42:24 – Collaborations, past, present, and future

45:04 – Marc’s Seconde/Seconde idea

53:24 – About the upcoming OVNI watch

1:02:31 – Winning the AuroChronos Innovation Award

1:07:55 – Why Isotope attends so many shows

1:11:13 – Feedback from fans, showgoers, and customers

1:16:16 – Glutton for punishment

1:24:20 – Jose’s collecting habits

1:32:23 – Kyle’s awesome Omega Z-33

1:35:23 – Goodbyes, T2C out!

To see Jose's Grandmother's famous clock: https://www.moma.org/collection/works/139247

The damaskus watches Jose was talking about: https://www.goswatches.com/

To see Jose's IWC/Porsche Design: https://everywatch.com/iwc/porsche-design-world-time-alarm/watch-10136572

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