The Luxury Dispatch with Tom Chamberlin

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Join Tom Chamberlin to delve into the refined, the rare, and the relentlessly well-made. Each episode offers a deep dive into a distinct facet of luxury — from iconic watches and rare cigars to cocktail mastery, design, and the hidden worlds of St James’s most exclusive clubs. Alongside global tastemakers and expert guests, The Rake’s editor-in-chief Tom uncovers the heritage, craftsmanship, and subtle details that elevate objects and experiences into something truly exceptional. Together, these episodes create a destination for the sophisticated modern gentleman, restoring a sense of discernment to an oversaturated culture. The Luxury Dispatch is produced by Listen...

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The Luxury Dispatch with Tom Chamberlin

Episodes (11)

Tue Feb 3rd The Quartz Crises: The Battle That Redefined Luxury Timekeeping
Jan 27th Gentleman's Clubs: From Coffee Houses to Corridors of Power
Jan 20th Tattoos: Mo Coppoletta On The History Of Ink

The Luxury Dispatch with Tom Chamberlin

Feb 3, 2026
40 minutes
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In this episode of The Luxury Dispatch, we explore the Quartz Crisis, a moment in the 1970s when the Swiss watch industry, long seen as an immovable pillar of luxury, came close to collapse. As quartz technology promised greater accuracy and lower costs, centuries of mechanical watchmaking were suddenly thrown into question. Tom Chamberlain is joined by writer and historian Nick Foulkes to examine how this technological shock unfolded, why it caused such deep anxiety in Switzerland, and how brands like Rolex and Patek Philippe chose not to compete on precision alone, but to redefine what a...

The Luxury Dispatch with Tom Chamberlin

The Quartz Crises: The Battle That Redefined Luxury Timekeeping

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