New Watches From The Windup Watch Fair Chicago 2024

On episode 85 of A Week in Watches, Zach Weiss and Zach Kazan co-host from Windup Watch Fair Chicago 2024. With over 60 brands in attendance, it was a fantastic fair. Zach and Zach chose two brands each to talk to, one just debuting and the other a staple with a new release. Zach Kazan spoke to Monta about the Noble GMT, and then Colorado’s 5280 watches, who are creating rose-engine turned, vitreous enamel dials in the US. Zach Weiss then spoke to Chicago’s own Astor + Banks about the SeaRanger M2, as well as ARTEFKT Seven, a new brand that turned a lot of heads at the fair.
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[@dparis2172]

Great show, but the venue needs to be about 20-25% bigger. Better airflow too. It was really crowded and sweaty.

[@gordocannon8274]

Totally agree! I appreciate that there was no cost of admission, but I’d gladly pay for a roomier and most comfortable space. Still, a great show!

[@wornandwound]

Well noted! We were having some AC issues during the show. We appreciate you sticking it out!

[@gordocannon8274]

@@wornandwound And I appreciate the wonderful show you put on! We’ll be back next year!

[@joewhite6875]

Where should they send your consulting fee?

[@dparis2172]

@@joewhite6875 If it’s any of your business, they’ll let you know. 😉

[@bgtech4530]

Artefekt reminds me of Bell & Ross.

[@brianhutton2370]

was going to say the same thing

[@zillsburyy1]

stay safe!!!!

[@medyafai704]

All watched shown are amazing, I honestly liked them all.

[@wornandwound]

Thanks for tuning in!

[@robbbbery]

I love watch fairs and I love new releases, so this video is like Christmas for me!

[@wornandwound]

Awesome!

[@ToxopIasmosis]

The Artefkt is hot, 36mm is beautiful

[@wornandwound]

Right!

[@tasdsoccerdude]

can’t wait to hear more about artefkt in the future!

[@621jihoonkim]

where do we order the artefkt watch?

[@TheoVanDyck]

Artefkt looking pretty cool.

[@wornandwound]

We think so too!

[@SodapopTheOutsider]

Fun and informative episode, Gentlemen.
Thanks for taking the time to share with us all.
Liking that olive drab Monta....Great job @ Monta!
Enjoy the remainder of the weekend!

[@wornandwound]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@rickatkins55]

I was at the show again this year...its a great event. I think your going to end a bigger boat (venue...I watched to Jaws to many times)! See you next year.

[@wornandwound]

We think so too!

[@IsmaelMartinezPR]

Monta I was liking it a lot until $2200 for a 2893-2. You can get those every day for much less. Where is the Sea Ranger and the Atfekt made? It’s an SW200 where is it assembled?

[@spg5658]

It's hard to believe anyone would even travel to that city for an event. It was great many years ago but the crime has been totally out of control recently and you have to be a fool to risk a visit there.

[@wornandwound]

We’ve had a safe and wonderful show the last 3 years in Chicago!

[@cell21633]

​@@spg5658always have that person trying to turn a great event into some personal political agenda. We need more events here

[@grneal26]

Congrats to Astor Banks. MORE watches need to have a dual time feature like this instead of the GMT function that is difficult to tell at first glance what time it is because of the 24 hour thing. Most of my travel happens within the US and you only have a difference of 2-4 hours within CONUS. SO much easier to use a dual time in that instance.

[@markthespark25]

Had a great time at Windup Chicago. Was a good experience and cool seeing all the unique brands. Thank you guys!

[@wornandwound]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Mrtellitlikeitis]

Watches have become a hobby for the well to do. Pricing is stupid

[@kyledriscollmusic]

didn't know Astor + Banks and Solabs were by the same guy, no wonder I love them both so much

[@gerardocortes5943]

Hello Artefakt!

[@dahak972]

Those GMT numbers on the Monta are confusing AF. Me no likey.

[@daniellandin7956]

Awesome stuff. Keep doing these videos.

[@wornandwound]

Thanks, will do!

[@cloud9reefing503]

I hope they come to sf next time, had a great time.

[@emmanuelgoldste1n]

nice overview, thx from those in Europe

[@wornandwound]

Thanks for watching!

[@jensljungberg9152]

I hope Monta makes a smaller Noble a reality, it would be killer at 35-36mm with 43-44mm lug to lug!

[@joeg9478]

The Monta with the green dial is very nice. However, the printed logo just brings it down.
An applied logo would take the watch to the next level.
Hope you take this constructively.

[@wornandwound]

Good point!

[@JoelBradley05]

Show a repeat vid of the watch while you’re talking

[@RyanBofMKE]

I had a blast! Got a Tissot Mint PRX!

[@wornandwound]

Oh nice pickup and thanks for coming!

[@AldoFelt]

Such a cool event. Wonder if you guys ever come to Miami...

[@wornandwound]

Maybe one day!!

[@claudtalkz2194]

Woot🎉

[@wornandwound]

Woot woot!

[@Billeh556]

Holy Zack you’ve lost a ton of weight- hopefully on purpose, and if so, congrats and keep it up!

[@BrokeWatchFanatic]

The Artefkt watches piqued my interest!

[@wornandwound]

Us too!

[@adamethancrow]

? 😂😂😂😂😂😂 1% goes back to the planet - WOW, they are really trying to make a difference. 😢🎉