Ever wonder why some brands just don’t seem to get the love they deserve? For this episode, Jason and James dig into this concept by jumping into the start of a big list of brands that they feel are overlooked – or at least don’t get the credit they deserve.

From Damasko and Stowa to CWC and Scurfa, there is a little something for everyone and plenty of great watches that deserve a bit more limelight. Hitting on everything from sipping mint tea to the current status of Jason's book, don’t skip on a nuclear-powered and entirely off-road installment of Final Notes with espionage and a picture-perfect Landrover Defender crawling around in the woods. 


1:45 Stash Super Mint tea http://bit.ly/3t72YVl
13:10 Jason’s book is almost ready! https://bit.ly/3bGaG00
14:15 Jason’s Substack (get a sneak peek at a chapter from Depth Charge) https://bit.ly/jasonstack
15:00 Raven Trekker 39 http://bit.ly/3emubzk
17:46 Wrist Hardware Military Strap http://bit.ly/3vlu9hl
19:30 DSPTCH Fidlock strap http://bit.ly/2N6B5xt
24:50 Synchron Military http://bit.ly/3t7z9nM
38:54 Oris Divers Sixty-Five Hodinkee https://bit.ly/2N7ZjYg
45:20 Marathon watches http://bit.ly/3tdRrUt
49:36 Cole’s review of a Marathon MSAR http://bit.ly/2PUmpT5
50:05 Raven Watches http://bit.ly/3qBbL0j
50:15 Halios http://bit.ly/2ogeC0d
51:15 Damasko Watches http://bit.ly/30JRnQ9
53:30 Stowa Watches http://bit.ly/30zj8ux
54:27 Archimede watches http://bit.ly/3bw5cYu
59:00 Newmark watches http://bit.ly/38pcDyE
1:01:18 Astor + Banks http://bit.ly/3t74HKj
1:03:44 CWC Watches http://bit.ly/30ytQl4
1:05:15 Scurfa Watches https://bit.ly/3bBAI7e
1:05:50 Episode 90 with Paul Scurfield http://bit.ly/2u60z41
1:08:00 The Secret Of Nanda Devi - Rock and Ice http://bit.ly/30zRQny
1:11:00 RadVentures – Off-Roading With A Defender and a Land Rover  (Hagerty on Youtube) https://bit.ly/2Ob66AV

Quote: “Be faithful in small things because it is in them that your strength lies” – Mother Teresa

The Grey NATO – 140 – Under-Appreciated Watch Brands We Love

Episode 141 of The Grey NATO takes to the skies with the official opening of Bremont’s new HQ – The Wing  – and a number of noteworthy additions to their always evolving line-up. From a new generation of the Jaguar chronograph to a GMT chronograph version of the Supermarine and a brand new GMT diver (in the S300 family), the latest news from Britain looks favorably upon the house that the English brothers have built over the past two decades. 

Before that, James has a tech update, Jason recalls driving a tank and his plans for improved off-road prowess, and both are trying out the latest season release from Tactile Turn. Stay tuned for Final Notes as James wants you to play Baseball with him and Jason has a nifty tool to help simplify the home film processing experience. Thanks so much for listening. 

14:00 Jason drives a tank https://bit.ly/3tO1Y95
15:24 James drives a Porsche 911 on snow http://bit.ly/2TZYv5C
15:40 Team O’Neil Youtube https://bit.ly/3fdEFkW
18:21 Tactile Turn Overlander Pen https://bit.ly/3lKFfYI
25:20 James’ Aquastar Deepstar https://bit.ly/3ci6dnb
27:28 Jason’s Bremont S2000 https://bit.ly/3ckTf8m
30:25 Bremont’s new HQ – “The Wing” https://bit.ly/3smY2vz
43:20 Bremont Jaguar set with Rally Timer https://bit.ly/3rdJZXW
52:50 Bremont S302 GMT https://bit.ly/31fq4NJ
57:40 Bremont Supermarine Chronograph https://bit.ly/2P4FmlV
1:01:43 Bremont Argonaut Azure https://bit.ly/39aRjgG
1:03:50 Bremont’s Video Presentation https://bit.ly/3sx9ODX
1:07:22 Lab-Box home film development system https://bit.ly/3d1injH
1:13:20 Blaseball https://bit.ly/3rdKnpm
1:13:50 Blaseball Explained (Youtube) https://bit.ly/3lM64Md

The Grey NATO - 141 - Bremont's Got A Wing And Some New Watches

The TGN boys have taken a virtual trip to Switzerland and they’ve returned with countless treasures – no, wonders – to share. With Watches & Wonders 2021 officially underway, Jason and James were thrilled to discover a number of sporty new releases that fall within the general purview of The Grey NATO. 

From smaller Explorers, silver and gold offerings from Tudor, and lots to love from many of our other favorite brands, show season never fails to deliver plenty for the boys to chat about and it’s a packed show with cottage updates, book recommendations, James’ return to #teampastel, and even emergency water filtration. Basically, it’s a little something for everyone but the main course is decidedly Swiss and fresh out of the oven. Thanks so much for listening!

3:52 Beyond Possible (Nim’s book!) https://amzn.to/3fQiphj
4:39 Nims episode of TGN http://bit.ly/35eNzGi
14:50 James’ new binoculars https://bit.ly/3wC83ru
17:42 Halios Universa https://bit.ly/3mwWqNF
23:49 Jason’s 14270 Explorer https://bit.ly/2PBo3cF
24:55 The 36mm Rolex  Explorer https://bit.ly/3fNp6AN
30:20 The Rolex Explorer II 226570 https://bit.ly/2OthdVQ
37:04 The Tudor Black Bay Fifty-Eight 925 https://bit.ly/3dJj3KP
39:00 The Tudor Black Bay fifty-Eight 18K https://bit.ly/3t1RXVH
46:09 The new Black Bay Chronograph https://bit.ly/31Sr5f1
52:27 Sinn 144 Jubilee II https://bit.ly/3dNG3sl
53:49 Sinn 717 https://bit.ly/3uCKBsl
56:05 Tag Heuer Aquaracer for 2021 https://bit.ly/3uCKFs5
1:04:06 Oris Aquis Pro Cal 400 https://bit.ly/3d0vX8i
1:08:25 Oris Divers Sixty Five Bronze “Cotton Candy” https://bit.ly/3uxfQot
1:10:08 The downsized IWC Big Pilot https://bit.ly/3wC9ara
1:14:24 Panerai Luminor Submersible e-LAB https://bit.ly/3mAK3jS
1:21:36 Hublot Big Bang Unico Yellow Magic https://bit.ly/3s11ye9
1:24:46 The Fifty Fathoms History via Blancpain https://bit.ly/3d2YmdX
1:27:20 MSR Home Emergency Water Filter https://bit.ly/3dHh49P
1:32:30 First Need water filters https://bit.ly/31UcO1d

Quote: “The value of an idea lies in the using of it" – Thomas Edison

The Grey NATO – 142 – Rolex, Tudor, And Many More Wonders

The day has finally come and Jason’s brand-new thriller novel Depth Charge is here! In an episode largely focused on Jason’s path to writing his modern high-seas thriller, Jason and James dig into the writing process, the unforeseen challenges therein, and a whole bunch of extras (even a score!). Jason has spent the better part of the past two years working on the book and it sits squarely in the TGN wheelhouse, with diving, shipwreck hunting, international intrigue, psychopathic baddies, and so much more. 

From the top, Jason is back from an oil-soaked cabin getaway with the Defender, James has been hands-on with the new precious metal Fifty-Eights from Tudor and Final Notes digs deep a man who is not a pilot or a climber attempting to fly to (and them climb) Mt. Everest. 

Finally, on Thursday, April 29th at 4 PM CT (5 PM ET) Jason will be doing an Instagram Live interview with friend-of-the-show Michael Pearson to further explain Depth Charge and connect with some audience members. Both Jason and James hope to see you there so be sure to follow Jason on Instagram (@jasonheaton) so you don't miss it.

Until then, just press play, and thanks so much for listening.

1:50 Jason’s cabin getaway https://bit.ly/3xcyioD
10:05 Tudor Black Bay Fifty-Eight 925 https://bit.ly/2Qex4IY
17:35 Synchron Military https://bit.ly/2RTn7B3
19:49 Jason’s sub stack https://bit.ly/31vmksf
21:12 Aquastar Deepstar  https://bit.ly/3khqL0G
45:30 Dan Brown Masterclass https://bit.ly/2VNPa4w
56:00 Depth Charge score https://bit.ly/3at5uhZ
1:03:30 Where to buy Depth Charge (signed copy!) https://bit.ly/3avVi8d
1:04:00 Amazon pre-order page https://amzn.to/3tRPsG9
1:04:00 Barns and Noble pre-order https://bit.ly/3dBZi96
1:04:30 Google Books pre-order https://bit.ly/2QLuZDU
1:08:16 The Moth and the Mountain https://amzn.to/32BHIfa
1:11:30 The Papershoot Camera https://bit.ly/3gvh6F0

The Grey NATO – 143 – DEPTH CHARGE

Episode 144 features an extra special chat episode with one-half of the wonderful – and Canadian! – team that hosts and creates videos for The Straight Pipes YouTube channel, Jakub Wrobel! The Straight Pipes is one of James’ fav car youtube channels and Jakub (along with his excellent co-host Yuri) makes some of the more fun-to-watch and down-to-earth car reviews on YouTube. In an in-depth chat that forms the middle of this episode, Jakub and James dig into the reality of making a living on YouTube, the intricacies of moving from a conventional job to that of a self-driven content creator, and of course, the story behind the Rolex that Jakub got to celebrate hitting 1 million subscribers (and many more watches he has owned along the way). 

First up, Jason and James have some show updates (big news!) and Jason gives us an update on Depth Charge and how the book (and other developments) are progressing. After the chat with Jakub, stay in the mix for a gadget-heavy Final Notes that will have you thinking like a spy while snapping the freshest of selfies. A huge TGN thank you to Jakub for being on the show – please take a moment to subscribe at the links below. Other than that, thanks for listening and just press play. 

6:40 Depth Charge https://bit.ly/3avVi8d
7:07 Jason on the Worn and Wound podcast https://bit.ly/3emTxN3
7:10 Jason on OT: The Podcast https://spoti.fi/3h52VXA
13:30 Jason’s Seiko “Safarnie” https://bit.ly/3eWQc6r
16:21 The Bremont S302 GMT https://bit.ly/3xRn3lV
1:15:00 Kimi Raikonen autobiography https://amzn.to/33iu5Sz
1:16:50 The Straight Pipes (Instagram) https://bit.ly/3troWlz
1:16:55 Yuri Tereshyn (Instagram) https://bit.ly/2PUBGni
1:17:00 The Straight Pipes (YouTube) https://bit.ly/3tgUL0w
1:19:40 Ring Light for Phone https://amzn.to/3b7kSAV
1:22:30 Spycraft (Netflix series) https://bit.ly/3nOVh4V

The Grey NATO – 144 – A Rolex For 1 Million Subscribers With Jakub From The Stright Pipes

Not much else to say except that this is a long overdue Q & A show and we loved the questions you sent in. Jason and James got to well over half of the collected questions so we’ll do another Q & A soon (send in your questions!). But this one is jam-packed with watches, gear, hypotheticals, and a whole lot more. 

Thanks so much for listening, weekly episodes start on June 3rd. Any questions? Let us know at thegreynato@gmail.com. 

6:13 James’ Buren Min-Stop https://bit.ly/34BgrtC
13:52 GO Sea-Q Diver https://bit.ly/3bEq0N5
15:40 Glycine Combat diver https://bit.ly/3fz6key
16:38 Breitling Superocean II diver https://bit.ly/3ymeBuZ
17:30 CWC Royal Navy Diver http://bit.ly/2Q4erBQ
25:35 Panerai Luminor PAM372 https://bit.ly/3hJJDHz
27:35 Panerai 42mm Submersible https://bit.ly/3f192dR
32:00 Hamilton Intra Matic 38 in gold https://bit.ly/2S3w6Qa 
34:00 Junghans Maxbill gold https://bit.ly/2QyolkX
35:50 Paul Scurfield interview http://bit.ly/2u60z41
39:20 Farer Watches Worldtimer review https://bit.ly/3owUeab
49:38 IWC Spitfire UTC https://bit.ly/33ZnXiy
50:04 Bremont Pilots watches https://bit.ly/3ftKQQh 
53:30 Patagonia MLC bag https://bit.ly/3yoyAt6
54:11 Topo Mountain Briefcase https://bit.ly/3wlsTui
54:50 Topo Global Briefcase 3-day https://bit.ly/2SSJneH
55:30 Tenba DNA 15 https://bit.ly/3v373LK
1:00:52 Aquastar Deepstar https://bit.ly/3t7z9nM
1:06:33 Seiko “Arnie” https://bit.ly/3ddkAGN
1:07:30 Buck 501 Squire https://bit.ly/3hDxBzp
1:08:22 Victorinox Hunter Pro Alox https://bit.ly/2S8S9oq
1:09:30 Garmin Instinct Tactical https://bit.ly/2QzC2jy
1::09:50 Casio G-Shock Rangeman 9400 https://bit.ly/3hA7DNb
1:13:45 Finch Cimarron Knife https://bit.ly/3bFlUmW
1:10:57 Benchmade Knives https://bit.ly/3v3XvQG

“A prudent question is one half of wisdom” - Francis Bacon

The Grey NATO - 145 - Catch Up Q And A!

After a long break (almost 50 episodes) we’re back with the 9th installment of Collection Inspection! But, wait, there’s more news, we also have a brand new home for show notes – notes.thegreynato.com! We have completed a full migration of the show notes, for every episode, onto the Substack platform. Substack not only gives us a simple and easily accessible home for show notes, but it also means that we now have comments for each episode and, if you subscribe to the Substack, the notes (along with a fully embedded player for the show) will be delivered to your email. Please check it out, sign up for an account, leave a comment, and subscribe if you want TGN in your inbox. We are thrilled to have this solution and Jason and James hope you love it. 

Back to the show at hand, the TGN boys are chatting gardening, new zines, an amazing new t-shirt, limited edition Scurfas, a lovely new diver from Serica, and a whole lot more. For this Collection Inspection, Jason has brought a properly beaten old Seiko and James is sharing his impressions of the more recent Halios Universa. After that, stay in the mix for a mountainous Final Notes that may see you fighting forest fires and would-be assassins while questioning the reality of the world’s summits. 

Thanks so much for listening. As always, you get can in touch via thegreynato@gmail.com, leave a comment on the episode in the notes, or even send us a voice memo as a question for the upcoming Q & A episode. For now, just press play, and thanks so much for listening. 

00:30 New Show Notes at notes.thegreynato.com
8:40 Sunblaster Growlight Garden https://amzn.to/3wJkZLc
10:30 Depth Charge https://amzn.to/3tRPsG9
11:35 MKII Guinea Pig zine issue 1 https://bit.ly/2SSf9Zy
13:15 Kill Hubris Washed Pocket T http://bit.ly/2zC9kAf
13:25 Standard H “Avant T” T-Shirt https://bit.ly/3vM0Vrx
13:45 Standard H Podcast https://apple.co/3uQInoZ
16:09 Scurfa MS21 Limited Edition https://bit.ly/2TBn6m8
18:22 Elliot Brown Holton Nivo https://bit.ly/3g4G1gv
24:55 Serica 5303 Diver https://bit.ly/3wVjfPj
31:23 Tudor Black Bay 41 Ceramic https://bit.ly/3i6p1cB
40:00 Jason’s thrift store Seiko 7002 https://bit.ly/3ccmCcx
44:14 Seiko Prospex SPB239 https://bit.ly/2RgYNZY
57:30 Halios Universa https://bit.ly/3mwWqNF
1:10:46 Has Anyone Really Summited The World's 14 Tallest Mountains? https://nyti.ms/3uI5dif
1:15:42 Those Who Wish Me Dead https://imdb.to/3c6RpaE

The Grey NATO - 146 - Collection Inspection 9 (Seiko and Halios)

With the hopes of much more SCUBA diving on the horizon, this episode fits the theme of World Ocean Week with plenty of dive-related topics and a special interview with the man that helped to create Garmin’s high-tech and multi-talented Descent dive and multi-sport watch.
 
Please welcome to the show Patrick Danko, who has been working with Garmin since 2005 and, after learning to dive with his wife, helped spearhead the Descent program with Garmin. The boys dig into dive computer culture, how to design a dive computer that is also a full-time watch, and Patrick offers both a complete breakdown of the new Descent MK2’s impressive feature list along with his love of wreck diving and some of the sites he has on his wishlist.

Aside from the interview, James debuts a silly new segment, Jason has a snazzy new spring bar tool, and Final Notes offers a specifically ocean-based theme. Don’t forget to check out the new notes platform on Substack at notes.thegreynato.com. Feel free to leave a comment and subscribe if you want the show and notes delivered to your inbox. As for this episode, all you have to do is press play! 
 
1:36 notes.thegreynato.com https://bit.ly/2T8TImZ
3:10 Our New Logo from Matt Ludvigson (@lattmudvigson) https://bit.ly/3wd9agG
8:10 Hassler Instruments Bolt Action Spring Bar Tool MK1 https://bit.ly/2TcOZAH
13:03 Jason’s Seiko 7002 https://bit.ly/3ccmCcx
14:04 James’ Rolex Explorer II https://bit.ly/3pAJDvl
15:40 Everest Rubber Strap http://bit.ly/2VlZEIW
16:00 Garmin Descent MKII https://bit.ly/3zfbw0s
23:01 Garmin Fenix 6S https://bit.ly/3cOt33X
41:47 DEMA show https://bit.ly/3xdaAHN
54:46 U352 https://bit.ly/3csR4zc
55:44 Scapa Flow https://bit.ly/3w9UEGo
57:20 Shadow Divers https://amzn.to/2Ok2l6H
57:25 Submerged https://amzn.to/2RD6FVF
57:30 Into the Planet https://amzn.to/3zhJJMA
59:05 Garmin Outdoor on Instagram https://bit.ly/3csRXrw
101:10 The Urchin Diver via VAER watches https://bit.ly/3cv8ew4
1:03:41 Perpetual Planet: Heroes Of The Ocean (via Rolex) https://bit.ly/3gd6avf

The Grey NATO - 147 - Designing The Garmin Descent With Patrick Danko

After more than a year, it’s the return of Perfect Product and the fourth installment in the series finds both Jason and James chatting about two of their most favorite cameras, albeit very different sorts of cameras. From the get-go, the TGN boys are chatting Father’s Day watches and Jason’s upcoming book signing at Lake Monster Brewing (details below, if you’re in the St.Paul, MN area - you’re invited!).
 
For Perfect Product 4, Jason has a lovely old-school titanium Nikon and James has a review of his Leica Q that is a few years in the making. From film to full-frame, there’s a little something for anyone that has a love of photography. After that, stay in the mix for a Final Notes that will have you binging nordic crime series and planning your next drive from Alaska to Argentina. Thanks so much for listening – don’t forget to subscribe to the TGN Show Notes newsletter at notes.thegreynato.com – but for now all you have to do is press play!

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Don’t forget! Jason’s book signing at Lake Monster Brewing in St. Paul, MN, on July 1st, 2021, from 5 - 8 pm https://bit.ly/3zzfCAs
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8:50 Jeff Hilliard’s story about his father’s Rolex https://bit.ly/3cN6DSs
9:10 James’ Hands-On with his Dad’s vintage Gruen watch https://bit.ly/35uQihs
11:30 Al Jenskey and Archer Watches https://bit.ly/3wwna56
15:02 Expedition 16610 https://bit.ly/3iNtvVG
16:35 Garmin Descent MK2S https://bit.ly/3zfbw0s
20:00 Jason’ Scurfa MS21 https://bit.ly/3gB3DtK
25:46 The Nikon F3-T https://bit.ly/3q3cqsM
26:14 The Secret Life of Walter Mitty https://imdb.to/35CfvXX
44:30 The  Leica Q https://bit.ly/3iRf96P
49:36 Brett Curry’s Instagram http://bit.ly/2UzDezM
1:00:05 Leica Q Grip https://bit.ly/35uUpd7 
1:07:51 “The Investigation” via HBO https://itsh.bo/35HevRP
1:12:33 “How To Prepare And Maintain A Car For A 50,000 Mile Road Trip Around The World” via Jalopnik https://bit.ly/35w3Vg6

“There is nothing worse than a sharp image of a fuzzy concept” - Ansel Adams

The Grey NATO – 148 – Perfect Product 4

Summer is upon us and with it often comes the need for a piece of new gear, maybe some camping equipment, or even just an excuse for a fresh new pocketknife (you’ll get no judgment from the TGN boys). For episode 149, Jason and James are chatting about some of their favorite summer essentials, from clothes to gear, shoes, fins, knives, sunglasses, random goodies, and a whole lot more. 

Up first, James is flush with a six-figure collection of watches from MB&F and has a headphone recommendation that is as friendly to your ears as it is your budget and Jason is looking to try his hand at lens repair. Stay in the mix for the story of a woman who survived a two-mile fall back to earth after a plane crash and a brand new podcast perfect for any movie fan looking to go deep on one special scene. 

Thanks so much for listening. Don’t forget to sign up for the new TGN Notes Substack (get the show and the notes delivered to your inbox). And, if you subscribe, take it to the next level by chatting with Jason, James, and the amazing TGN audience in the comments for each show. Until then, just press play. 

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3:52 Tudor Black Bay 58 Bronze https://bit.ly/3gUNRKe
6:16 Serica 5303 Diver hands-on https://bit.ly/3xMOxIl
8:20 MB&F LM101 2021 Edition hands-on https://bit.ly/3zV9v9K
17:08 Phillips SPH9500 Headphones https://bhpho.to/3xOmSHe
19:40 Jason’s Aquastar Deepstar https://bit.ly/2SS7xqj
21:49 James’ Doxa SUB 300 50th Anniversary Searambler https://bit.ly/2ItMRMi
24:59 Eddie Bauer Guide long sleeve shirt https://bit.ly/3j34RAK
25:09 Orvis bush shirt https://bit.ly/3qlJP1K
28:00 Columbia Silver Ridge 2.0 https://bit.ly/3h2hmJZ
29:05 Birkenstock vegan sandals https://bit.ly/2T2ZrLt
32:06 Palladium boots/shoes https://bit.ly/3qoadbb
35:05 Triple Aught Design Scout RS Boonie Hat https://bit.ly/31V75K2
36:58 Pedro and Tailor Hat https://bit.ly/3iEIY8k
39:57 Eddie Bauer Gide Pro Shorts https://bit.ly/2TTtw02
41:59 Standard H Avant T https://bit.ly/3vM0Vrx
41:19 Mac Weldon t-shirts https://bit.ly/3daNBWn
43:00 Kill Hubris Washed Pocket Tee http://bit.ly/2zC9kAf
44:25 Dafin Swim Fins https://bit.ly/35QYbOl
50:11 Finch Cimarron knife https://bit.ly/3bFlUmW
50:54 Benchmade Mini Bugout https://bit.ly/2SSZ860
51:40 Leatherman Wingman multitool https://bit.ly/3bzrnNV
52:11 American Optical Aviators https://bit.ly/3vRvOKk
53:30 Goodr Sunglasses https://bit.ly/3vWsA8h
56:00 Nikon Prostaff 3S binoculars https://bit.ly/3wC83ru
58:07 Black Diamond ReMoji Lantern https://bit.ly/3d6nwYu 
59:02 Muyshondt Flieger flashlight https://bit.ly/3gRejWd
59:30 NiteIze (lights, clips, gear, etc) https://bit.ly/3gSvSpa
1:02:08 Moon MoonsSade Awning https://moonfab.com/
1:05:50 Alps Mountaineering Taurus 4 tent https://bit.ly/35KQBob
1:06 Optimus Crux stove and cook set https://amzn.to/3gN9wVU 
1:06:50 Packable hammock https://bit.ly/2TZwIqO
1:08:05 Anker Soundcore Bluetooth speakers https://bit.ly/2UoC92Q
1:11:50 “She Fell Nearly Two Miles - And Walked Away” (Via the New York Times) https://nyti.ms/3wXtQJO
1:14:50 Single Serving Cinema Podcast (James’ brother’s new podcast, please check it out!) https://pca.st/vhvr19wx

The Grey NATO – 149 – Summer Essentials

For episode 150 we thought it would be fun to mark the occasion with a solid round of Q&A, and boy did you all deliver with a great set of questions. Before we get to the questions, don’t forget that Jason’s book signing is tonight (July 1st). So, if you’re in the St. Paul, Minnesota area, head on down to Lake Monster Brewing for a hang out with Jason and hopefully lots of the TGN crew. The event runs from 5 - 8 pm. 

As we dig into a fresh set of questions, the TGN boys talk about their favorite sea critters, SUVs old and new, depth gauge options, career do-overs, hiking in New Zealand, and, as you might expect, a whole lot more. Thanks so much to everyone who sent in a question. If you want your question on the show – in your own voice – record your question as a voice memo (try to keep it under 1 minute) and then email to thegreynato@gmail.com. Until then, just press play and be sure to let us know in the comments on notes.thegreynato.com if you have anything to add to our responses. 

6:07 Basket star https://bit.ly/3qBh5lH
9:52 Grunt Sculpin https://bit.ly/3hbNhcB
13:20 James’ 2011 JUK Jeep Wrangler https://bit.ly/2UROX26
18:44 Jason’s ’76 Land Rover Series III https://bit.ly/2UgJ26b
19:35 “The Culture Code” by Clotaire Rapallie https://amzn.to/3hp306Z
22:30 Jason’s ’93 Land Rover Defender https://bit.ly/3hj6qYI
32:17 Tudor Black Bay Fifty-Eight Blue https://bit.ly/3gDsBGW
42:40 Citizen Aqualand Depth Gauge AL0004-03W https://bit.ly/3dwkgFY
43:40 Garmin Descent https://bit.ly/3mmpXId
45:35 Oris Aquis Depth Gauge https://bit.ly/3h2QbAe
1:00:36 Seiko SLA017 “62MAS ReIssue” https://bit.ly/3jui4CE
1:03:28 Sinn U50 https://bit.ly/2CvM4eF
1:06:54 Allen Edmonds Leather Lotion https://amzn.to/3juMV1V
1:07:35 How to care for shell cordovan https://bit.ly/3x9hVIS
1:19:12 32L Patagonia Blackhole bag https://bit.ly/3y7djTI
1:22:36 Casio Rangeman 9400 https://bit.ly/3hA7DNb
1:31:40 Watchsteez https://bit.ly/3y2r2eu
1:32:04 Ultra Vintage (ask for Andy) https://bit.ly/3joifzA
1:32:42 Roldorf & Co http://bit.ly/2nGJqYw
1:32:50 AWCI Find A Professional https://bit.ly/3h463Cj

“Rest is not idleness, and to lie sometimes on the grass under trees on a summers day listening to the murmur of the water or watching the clouds float across the sky, is by no means a waste of time.” - John Lubbock

The Grey NATO - 150 - June Q And A

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The Grey NATO - 151 - Challenge // Oris

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The Grey NATO - 152 - Cole Pennington II

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The Grey NATO - 153 - Gombessa 6, Mysterious Rings, and Decompressing With Laurent Ballesta

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The Grey NATO - 154 - July Q & A

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The Grey NATO - 155 - MKII, Tornek-Rayville, And Early Microbrands With Bill Yao

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The Grey NATO - 156 – All The New Watches We're Watching

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The Grey NATO - 157 - Military Watches, Practical Fitness, And How To Be Bond With Sean Lerwill

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The Grey NATO - 158 - Jason's Bonaire Field Report

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The Grey NATO - 159 - August Q And A

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The Grey NATO - 160 - Travel, Survival, And Making Wild TV With Megan Hine

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The Grey NATO – A Week Off (And A Request!)

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The Grey NATO – 161 - Film Club Vol 6 With Tim Stacey

It’s as easy as one-two-three for this episode of The Grey NATO which features an in-depth (accurate pun) chat between Jason and the wonderfully talented and very adventurous Laurent Ballesta. Widely known for his Blancpain-supported Gombessa projects, Ballesta is a world-class underwater photographer and has created several projects that pushed the very limits of diving, photography, and our collective knowledge of several key aquatic species. From deep dives under Antarctic ice to living at pressure for nearly a month of incredibly long and deep dives, his films are nothing short of TGN required viewing. 

Before that fascinating chat, the guys are catching up on end-of-summer camping plans, project property updates, Land Rover maintenance, and some excellent outerwear. Keep your fingers away from that pause button as James is sporting a brand new bag and Jason has a special report from a Royal Navy diver. Finally, a huge thank you to G-Shock and their Master Of G watches for supporting this episode of The Grey NATO. All this and more, just press play. 


0:01 G-Shock Master Of G Watches https://bit.ly/masterofg
2:33 Norrøna Clothing https://bit.ly/33peiBd
17:05 CWC 1983 Quartz Royal Navy Divers watch http://bit.ly/2yprs1J 
18:12 Tudor Black Bay Chrono Steel and Gold https://bit.ly/33dmMev
21:25 Laurent Ballesta https://bit.ly/2R9v8OF
22:00 Laurent’s book “700 Sharks In The Night” https://bit.ly/35iml5l
30:00 Blancpain Watches https://bit.ly/33e9bna
38:45 Blancpain Ocean Commitment https://bit.ly/3k67Fu8
48:20 Nikon D5 http://bit.ly/2H0Xx1I
1:33:15 Tango bag from The Observer Collection https://bit.ly/3k2VXjJ 
1:34:10 Robert Spangle on Instagram http://bit.ly/2qwmmMQ
1:39:02 “From the Diary of a Royal Navy Dive Watch” via CWCaddict.com https://bit.ly/2R94xkQ

The Grey NATO - 123 - Diving Deeper With Ocean Explorer Extraordinaire Laurent Ballesta

This episode features an extra-long interview that has been in the making for a very long time as Jason and James have an in-depth chat with the man behind the re-launch of brands like Doxa and Aquastar – Rick Marei. From the early days of online watch retail to how Rick’s watch collection helped set him on a path of bringing us all some of the best vintage re-issue dive watches ever made. 

Along with watches, Rick chats with the TGN boys about some of his wild cars, almost losing Clive Cussler’s watch, and how he came to own Jacques Cousteau’s own Doxa. After that, stay in the mix for a set of final notes that sticks closely to the diving and car themes brought up in this episode. Thanks so much for listening and to G-Shock for supporting this episode. Just press play!

0:01 This week’s sponsor: G-Shock http://bit.ly/TGNfrogman
10:46 Aquastar Deepstar https://bit.ly/3khqL0G
18:28 Frogman GWF-A100 http://bit.ly/TGNfrogman
27:27 Clive Cussler https://bit.ly/3jdOcH1
1:00:43 Mazda 323 https://bit.ly/3kjusTJ
1:07:35 Innocenti Cars https://bit.ly/2Hhq6hF
1:11:52 E30 BMW https://bit.ly/3kh1Hal
1:15:50 “A Man And His Car” by Matt Hranek https://bit.ly/34fwbUp
1:20:40 “Underground Movement: Cave Diving in Jämtland” https://bit.ly/3kfW5Nj
1:21:07 “Diving Into The Unknown” http://bit.ly/2pXnpEt

The Grey NATO - 128 - Aquastar, Doxa, And Hayabusa Swaps With Rick Marei

It's the October edition of Q and A and it's a big one! From dream no budget watch collections to fantasy travel, budget one watch solutions, and ideal coffee and watch pairings – you all sent in some amazing questions. 

Thanks so much to everyone who sent in a voice recording for the show and to all of you for listening. Just press play, we hope you love it.

1:30 Omega Ploprof titanium https://bit.ly/2GQMkXx
5:00 Citizen Promaster 1000M https://bit.ly/38DlkpZ
6:00 Bremont S2000 https://bit.ly/35mrUPF
6:15 Seiko SBDX014G Tuna https://bit.ly/2GQN279
6:55 Casio G-Shock Rangeman  https://bit.ly/3eWYue7
7:55 Victorinox INOX https://bit.ly/3bZ4gus
16:15 Tudor Black Bay GMT http://bit.ly/2SrZU4t
27:15 Seiko SPB143 https://bit.ly/32s7Qc2
30”00 Citizen Nighthawk https://amzn.to/3ncnNvJ
30:30 Citizen Skyhawk A-T https://amzn.to/36phTR2
46:21 Breitling Single Pusher Chronograph https://bit.ly/35mxFNt
47:28 1930’s Audemars Piguet Full Calendar https://bit.ly/2UjPpCI
53:28 Rolex Milsub https://bit.ly/2UjPpCI
53:47 Royal Oak QP 25554 https://bit.ly/3d5kbrl
55:30 AP Royal Oak diver https://bit.ly/3eRYWuk
56:38 Patek Philippe 2597 Cross Country https://bit.ly/3nh6d9P
59:20 Richard Lange https://bit.ly/2IuGbAI
1:00:35 Rolex Explorer II 1655 https://bit.ly/3naSFwo
1:02:00 IWC Mark 11 https://bit.ly/2UikLJR
1:03:30 Briggs Cunningham’s 1526 Patek Philippe https://bit.ly/32SeCJh
1:04:40 Vintage Omega Ploprof https://bit.ly/35mz1rx
1:06:18 Lange 1 https://bit.ly/35mkLip
1:35:15 CanWatchCo https://bit.ly/3nm76y5
1:46:20 Long Way Up https://imdb.to/3ncpyZR
1:49:00 Safari 911 from Leh Keen https://bit.ly/3lm94xO
1:55:10 Seiko SRP777 https://bit.ly/3kubmty

The Grey NATO - 130 - October Q And A

After a six month hiatus, it’s the return of The TGN Film Club! Now in Volume 5, Jason and James reprise their roles as would-be movie critics to bring you ten varied films to add to your winter watch list. From cycling in hell to canoeing into the unknown, learning to be a spy, saving the world, and taking on a neo-nazi played by Patrick Stewart, it’s safe to say this may be the most wild list ever to hit a Film Club. 

Aside from their movie picks, the TGB boys have a lot more for episode 131, including Jason’s new Land Rover Defender, a new (and great) NATO strap, and updates about both Jason and James’ watch discomfort zones (new watch alert x2!!!). It’s an action packed episode that’s proudly brought to you Seiko – thanks so much for listening.

1:40 Jason’s new Defender 110 https://bit.ly/2UE4aQZ
6:40 anOrdain Model 1 https://bit.ly/2UE4gYR
7:07 Jason’s write up about getting a dress watch https://bit.ly/3kJmhPU
16:14 Submechanophilia https://bit.ly/3kHVrrk
20:39 Bremont MB-II https://bit.ly/2RUOBCV
20:45 Crown and Buckle Matte Supreme NATO https://bit.ly/2IGldz3
21:00 Aquastar Deepstar https://bit.ly/3khqL0G
26:00 Seiko’s New SPB Prospex Divers https://bit.ly/seikoTGN 
30:12 Deliverance (1972) https://imdb.to/3ntCdaI
36:28 Prisoners (2013) https://imdb.to/2UDHKiS
38:59 A Sunday In Hell (1977) https://imdb.to/2IQzyZF
43:02 The Grand Budapest Hotel (2014) https://imdb.to/2KcZjnH
45:45 Spy Game (2001) https://imdb.to/36KdkRp
51:12 Edge of Tomorrow (2014) https://imdb.to/3kJnkzk
56:13 The Secret Life of Walter Mitty (2013) https://imdb.to/35CfvXX
1:01:13 Green Room (2015) https://imdb.to/3kJnyqa
1:05:30 Arctic (2018) https://imdb.to/36Dy8tK
1:08:55 Good Time (2017) https://imdb.to/3kDKqHx
1:16:13 The Wristorian https://bit.ly/3nzNarm
1:19: Sunblaster Grow Light Large https://amzn.to/35HDAgd

The Grey NATO - 131 - Film Club Vol 5

It’s the last episode of 2020 and the TGN boys have gone a little overboard with watches for this episode. From new watch news to a “new” chronograph for James to an in-depth chat about Jason and James’ favorite watches of 2020, this episode is a deep dive into 2020 and all of the great watches that came out this year. 

In keeping with the end-of-year theme, Jason and James would also love to extend a hearty thank you to everyone who has listened, commented, emailed, and “called in” for the Q+As– your time and thoughtfulness were not lost on us and it all means so much. The Grey NATO will return on January 14th, until then we wish you a relaxing holiday and a very TGN 2021. 


4:43 The Twelve http://imdb.to/3qXZtAx
4:50 Shantaram http://bit.ly/3gQZ3ac
8:00 Patriot http://bit.ly/3oYXz0E
9:20 Lego Technics Defender http://bit.ly/3nkQbfw
11:47 Histobrick https://bit.ly/388enLU
15:47 Sinn’s latest watches http://bit.ly/388YnsP
21:28 Unimatic Modello Quattro U4 https://bit.ly/3noWVJf
27:40 Hodinkee Blancpain MIL-SPEC Limited Edition http://bit.ly/2ISSKGD
31:30 Worn and Wound x Christopher Ward C65 Sandstorm http://bit.ly/3aoOzh0
33:20 Oris Big Crown Pointer Date Fratello LE http://bit.ly/2LjZ233
35:56 Garmin Descent MKII http://bit.ly/3mmpXId
44:50 Jason’s Rolex Explorer 14270 https://bit.ly/38dQX7X
45:50 AF0210 Straps Kickstarter http://bit.ly/2KpSijD
49:34 James Lamdin https://bit.ly/37l5oHY
49:40 Analog Shift http://bit.ly/2zpRmSr
50:37 James’ “new” Chronograph Suisse 
50:53 The Seiko Prospex LX SNR029 (Episode Sponsor) bit.ly/prospexlxtgn
56:55 Tudor Black Bay 58 Navy Blue http://bit.ly/3gDsBGW
58:47 Sinn U50 http://bit.ly/2CvM4eF
1:02:34 Doxa Sub 300 Carbon http://bit.ly/3etmqoa
1:07:50 Seiko SPB143 http://bit.ly/32s7Qc2
1:09:44 Seiko SPB151/153 “Captain Willard” http://bit.ly/3bbIBhp
1:11:38 Seiko SNJ029 “Safarnie” http://bit.ly/31DxpGM
1:13:30 Vertex Bronze 75 http://bit.ly/2GA5yR0
1:16:05 Bremont Broadswoard Bronze SOTEK http://bit.ly/3nqsDWJ
1:18:15 Oris Aquia Caliber 400 http://bit.ly/32eyIwP
1:20:01 The Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36mm in yellow http://on.rolex.com/3l0a9Lk
1:23:10 The Matt Bain Modem Burner for Hodinkee http://bit.ly/3raekrJ
1:25:40 Longines Heritage Classic Tuxedo http://bit.ly/3oUED2Y
1:29:54 Breitling AVI Ref. 765v1953 Re-Edition http://bit.ly/3p2nxQV
1:31:00 Watchfred on Instagram https://bit.ly/38fQXnY
1:38:14 The Porter https://bit.ly/3nkAAN3
1:42:55 “I Took A Harley Davison LiveWire On A roadmap And Everything That Could Have Gone Wrong Did” via Jalopnik http://bit.ly/3nvJiZ6

The Grey NATO - 134 - Our Favorite Watches Of 2020

It’s the first episode of 2021 and the TGN boys wanted to make it extra special, so they called in an extra special guest – Jason’s wife, Gishani Ratnayake! Responsible for much of the photography, underwater or otherwise that adorns Jason’s writing, Gishani sits down as a co-host to chat about watch photography, diving, great recipes from her home country of Sri Lanka, and a whole lot more. 

Gishani has been among the top requested guests for The Grey NATO for a long time and it was a treat to start the year with the opportunity to learn more about her history with everything from watches to diving, badminton, and even Jason. It’ a chatty and wide-ranging show and we can’t thank Gishani enough for being part of the entire recording. All you have to do is press play – thanks for listening!

0:01 Gishani's Instagram http://bit.ly/2Agu4QW
4:42 Eddie Bauer Peak XV Suit http://bit.ly/3bCmPqa
7:00 Mountain Hardwear Ghost Whisperer pants http://bit.ly/3oGlkef
16:38 Eaton’s Vikings X472 Omni-directional speaker http://bit.ly/2XytnO6
20:05 Denon DSW 3L Subwoofer http://bit.ly/35yEICc
23:24 Fleet Foxes “A Very Lonely Solstice” http://bit.ly/39zwgEa
26:40 Patagonia Nano puff vest http://bit.ly/3bANWBV
28:32 Leatherman Wingman multitool http://bit.ly/3bzrnNV
29:30 Whisky Wallet (The Observer Collection) http://bit.ly/3oKrBpg
36:22 UTE Natos in the Hodinkee Shop http://bit.ly/39s1i0t
41:10 How to Take Better Photos Of Your Watches – Without Buying A New Camera http://bit.ly/2N166Cx
59:45 37.5mm Planet Ocean Chronograph https://bit.ly/38Hc3N6
1:23:35 Drawings for the new book about Dick Proenneke http://bit.ly/39xGWDf
1:26:04 Coconut Roti (flatbread) recipe http://bit.ly/39qwbCB
1:30:29 Manual Reusable Camera 001 http://bit.ly/3nIjc4d

The Grey NATO - 135 - Gishani!

The TGN boys are back with the second-ever challenge episode where they select a brand and a hypothetical budget and chat about how they would spend those dollars (and why!). Following episode 115’s lead with Seiko, the challenge brand for this episode is Sinn! Jason and James have $7500 TGN-dollars to spend only on Sinn – what will they pick? 

Before that, James has a new monitor and a new model from an excellent micro brand and Jason is living out on the ice while reviewing edits to Depth Charge  (his forthcoming adventure novel). Afterward, stay in the mix for an adventurous set of Final Notes that includes taking watches so deep that they get crushed, a fateful climb on the Eiger, and some lessons in putting properly-earned food on your plate. Thanks so much for listening – just press play! 

1:19 Alone On The Ice https://amzn.to/3qYbiGw
11:04 Raven Trekker 39mm http://bit.ly/3bF5bjA
11:17 Finch Knives Holliday http://bit.ly/3kiwLHD
12:16 Finch Cimmaron knife http://bit.ly/3bFlUmW
14:52 Bulova Devil Diver 2020 http://bit.ly/3ssMer9
18:27 Casio Databank CA-53W https://amzn.to/3qMhm4F
22:25 Sinn Watches http://bit.ly/300yvvT
24:46 Sinn 910 Chronograph http://bit.ly/2GKOxSt
28:20 Sinn U50 T https://bit.ly/2CvM4eF
33:45 Sinn U1 T SDR http://bit.ly/3uEKvkK
36:06 Sinn 158 http://bit.ly/3dKjfLI
39:54 Sinn EZM 13 http://bit.ly/2ZNJqZK
45:45 The Watchmakers Apprentice (on Amazon) https://amzn.to/3aOd1bw
49:22 Meat Eater http://bit.ly/3uokaqZ
55:50 The Beckoning Silence https://amzn.to/3aP7uBy
59:10 How Deep Can A Dive Watch Really Go - Beyond the Press https://bit.ly/3qSl1ho
1:03:45 Seko Marinemaster 1000m Depth Testing https://bit.ly/3dFOQOs

The Grey NATO – 139 – Challenge: Sinn

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