
The Micro Collector is a podcast about the people behind today’s most interesting microbrand watches.
Hosted by Justin Dorfman, a lifelong watch enthusiast and microbrand collector, the show features in-depth conversations with founders building independent watch brands around the world — from pre-launch projects to established microbrands with years of experience.
Each episode focuses on the why ... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 30 | Founded | 7 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | EntrepreneurshipBusiness | |||

In this episode of The Micro Collector, I’m joined by Reagan Cook and Ryan Torres, Co-Founders of Vaer.
Vaer is one of the clearest examples of what makes the microbrand watch space so exciting: durable, well-designed watches with real specs, approa... more
In this episode of The Micro Collector, I’m joined by Nathan Trafford, Founder of Trafford Watch Co. — one of the most talked-about microbrands in the watch space.
Nathan shares how he went from a design and advertising background to sketching watch... more
In this episode of The Micro Collector, I’m joined by Nick Lehner, Founder of StrapHabit — a watch strap brand built by a collector, for collectors.
Nick shares how he first got into watches, how his background as an engineer shaped his journey, and... more
Nectere Watches is a Hong Kong-based microbrand founded by James Wong and Tony Yip, built around the idea of connection. The name comes from the Latin word for “binding” or “connecting,” and the brand brings together art, philosophy, and watchmaking ... more
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A deep-dive talk show centered on independent watch brands and the people building them. Episodes typically feature founders and designers discussing why their brands exist, how they approach design, materials, and mechanics, and the real-world tradeoffs involved in turning ideas into wearable products. Conversations often explore storytelling, heritage, collaboration with suppliers or pilots, manufacturing realities, and the role of direct-to-consumer strategies, showrooms, and community feedback in shaping releases. The show consistently surfaces practical insights for aspiring founders, collectors, and industry observers, with a strong emphasis on hands-on processes, authentic brand journeys, and the human side of microbrand entrepreneur... more
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Recent guests on The Micro Collector include:
1. Nick Lehner
2. James Wong
3. Geo Castro
4. Peter Cho
5. Jérôme Burgert
6. Gabriel Vachette
7. Michael Happé
8. James Mulvale
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