Join us for an exclusive insight into his world, tracing his journey from unconventional ring designer in Canada to pioneer of photoluminescent materials in the watch industry.
Learn how James' passion for unique materials and cutting-edge design led to influential partnerships with industry heavyweights like MB&F and De Bethune. Discover his central role within Arcanaut, where he brings his visionary approach as co-owner.
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00:00:00 Introduction to Badger Den
00:01:00 James' journey into jewelry design
00:03:00 Exploration of photoluminescent materials
00:05:00 Transition to watchmaking
00:07:00 Enter the Lume Room Experience
00:08:08 How James got into the watch industry
00:09:29 The project that put James on the map
00:10:10 Taking a step back from rings and launching into cool watch collaborations
00:12:38 The paper cup laboratory
00:13:51 Being a co-owner of Arcanaut vs being a collaborator
00:15:20 From Arc Matter and the Arcanaut scientific machine
00:17:02 Where does the name Black Badger come from?
00:18:30 The connection with motorsport
00:20:45 Why is Arcanaut the right house?
Watch brands mentioned in the video:
Schofield Watch Company: https://schofieldwatchcompany.com/
MB&F: https://www.mbandf.com/fr
From Bethune: https://www.debethune.ch/fr
MW&Co: https://mwandco.com/en/
GoS: https://www.goswatches.com/
Arcanaut: https://www.arcanaut.watch/
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