Independent Thinking - Roger Smith OBE returns (@rogerwsmithltd)
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In this special episode of Independent Thinking for @FifthWrist Radio, Roman (@TimesRomanAU) and Adam (@mediumwatch) are honoured to welcome one of world’s leading independent watchmakers Roger W Smith OBE (@rogerwsmithltd) to the podcast.2026 marks the 25th anniversary of Roger W Smith Independent brand, and we heartily congratulate Roger and his team on this incredible milestone!
Our conversation covers the evolution of the co-axialescapement and broader incremental refinements to advance the service life and isochronismmmof Roger’s watches.
Roger also reflects on the growth of the British Watch andClockmakers’ Alliance and the growing strength and diversity of the British horological sector.
We also cover Roger’s most recent release (Series 6), and he also hints what’s coming next.
Keep an ear out for an exciting announcement in this episode as well!
For those interested in attending the Watch & Clockmakers of Australia conference in Melbourne in October 2026 where Roger is the keynote speaker, please register and get tickets here: @watchandclockmakersau and
https://wca.tidyhq.com/public/schedule/events/78291-national-conference-2026
Please check out Roger W Smith on IG: @rogerwsmithltd and the British Watch and Clockmakers’ Alliance @@britishwatchmakers
(Incidentally, this episode is also the 125th episode of Independent Thinking – and we couldn’t think of better guest to mark this with). Thank you all for listening!!!
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