Pace & Precision — Issue #02
The intersection between Time and Tempo
A Movement Worth Embracing
There’s something beautifully inconvenient about this life we choose — collecting watches, chasing scratch, grinding out hobbies that never quite give us control.
But that’s the point.
A mechanical watch will never be perfect. Even your best quartz will fall behind the earth’s rotation. And when your timepiece stops ticking because you haven’t worn it in a while…
Good.
Pull it out of the roll, wipe it down, and reset the time by hand.
Feel the resistance in the crown. Watch the hands sweep back into rhythm. Look at the caseback as the balance wheel starts to move. Hear the ticks made by the friction of the escapement. Don’t focus on the flaw — that’s the ritual.
It’s a chance to reconnect with the instrument you chose. The one that doesn’t ask for your perfection, only your presence.
Golf is the same.
You show up, tell yourself today will be different — and walk off the course ten strokes worse than your handicap, and maybe worse. But was your time wasted?
Not if you had a chat with your foursome.
Not if you found yourself knee-deep in fescue trying to pull off something ridiculous.
Not if you played the shot in front of you like it was a puzzle, not a punishment.
There’s no correct tempo to this game — just like there’s no one “right” grail to own, or score to shoot. Only the rhythm that makes you want to come back.
…
These aren’t status hobbies. They’re pursuit hobbies.
You chase your swing, your timekeeping, your sense of self — not to win, but to sharpen. You touch grass. You wind the crown. You live a little closer to the moment.
Don’t race to mastery. You won’t get there anyway.
Just enjoy the recalibration. The friction. The movement.
That’s where the joy is.
⛳️ On the Green
At-a-Glance Tournament Watch
With the FedEx Cup Playoffs under way, we’re keeping an eye on who’s controlling pace under pressure. Bhatia leading the charge and Scheffler holding steady as always, but it’s the unforced rhythm (not just distance) that wins.
🏆 It is no secret that Scottie Scheffler is dominating the game of golf this year. Other players will need to stay poised, collected and disciplined if they’re going to win this one. Cam Young coming off hot off his win last week at Wyndham Championship and Fleetwood lurking, this will be a Tournament worth watching.
Golf in Motion: Bryson Takes Center Stage
On July 31, 2025, the Presidential Fitness Test—a classic school tradition—was officially reborn. Pro golfer Bryson DeChambeau has been named Chair of the President’s Council on Sports, Fitness & Nutrition, spearheading this national restart. The council includes a roster of high-profile athletes and personalities, aiming to reintroduce standards like the mile run, sit‑ups, push‑ups, and flexibility tests in schools.
Learn what this reboot means →
💪 Discipline isn’t reserved for the course—it starts in youth. With Bryson at the helm, fitness becomes a ritual, not a rote task. It’s about earned rhythm, whether you’re swinging clubs or setting standards.
Course Management Spotlight
“How to Hit a Low, Safe Tee Shot” — Golf Digest
This practical lesson recommends teeing the ball lower — even with the ball flush with your clubface — to promote a steeper, controlled swing path. Dropping the ball gives you more command off the tee and minimizes risk on hazard-heavy holes.
🎯 Precision isn’t always about distance. Sometimes, it’s about choosing purpose over power — especially when the line between par and penalty is thin.
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⌚ On the Wrist
Industry Watch: Eyes on the Tariff
“Swiss Watch Industry Fears Devastating Impact from 39% U.S. Tariff” — Hodinkee
Swiss watch brands—from Rolex and Omega to independent retailers—are now anxiously watching for a last-minute reprieve as a staggering 39% tariff looms over U.S. imports. The highest ever proposed, this rate dwarfs previous threats and has many industry insiders warning of seismic consequences for both sides of the watch economy.
💵 When we adjust our own watches by hand, we’re adjusting our pace. Now imagine having to adjust price tags by double digits. If craftsmanship is timeless, tariffs are most certainly not.
Most impressive watch - maybe ever.
Ever seen a watch that displays your personal sunrise and sunset? Enter the Krayon Anywhere—not just a timekeeper, but a microcosm of your rhythm with Earth.
⚙️ The Krayon Anywhere isn’t for showing off—it’s for reminding you that every day unfolds differently. It’s time telling that listens to Earth, not just echoes it
Microbrand Spotlight
At this stage in the game, we’re unsure if Christopher Ward quite qualifies as a microbrand, but this hands‑on review praises the Trident Reef’s standout build quality and vibrant aesthetic, especially at the accessible sub‑$1,000 tier. The article notes the sparkling display caseback, tight tolerances, and overall fit and finish as major wins.
🌱⌚ This watch isn’t just another diver — it’s a statement piece for summer that wears with intent, not disguise. Just note the 44 mm size is bold: if your wrist is more modest, the 41 mm might serve your rhythm better.
Watch Industry by Market Share
👑 Rolex remains in a class of its own. The rest of the field—Cartier, Omega, Patek, and AP—climb behind, but none come close to the Crown’s scale. True “brand moat” territory.
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Until next week,
— The Pace & Precision Team