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During the Apollo 13 disaster, astronauts relied on Omega watches for the timed burn necessary for re-entry to Earth. This highlights the importance of analog timepieces as safety equipment in critical situations.

Victor Vescovo believes that society needs a balance of explorers and those who maintain stability. He sees exploration as a genetic trait, essential for societal progress, and compares it to the evolutionary need for risk-takers.

The use of specific watches in storytelling, like in Jack Carr's books, adds depth to characters. For example, characters transition from SEALs to CIA operatives by changing from G-Shocks to more European-looking watches, reflecting their new roles.

Vintage watches, like the 1968 Rolex Submariner, were originally tool watches for diving, but have now become luxury items, reflecting a shift in perception over time.

Victor Vescovo's venture into venture capital is an extension of his exploration ethos. He invests in companies like Colossal Biosciences, which aims to de-extinct dinosaurs, viewing financial and societal exploration as vital as physical exploration.

In the 90s, SEALs were issued Seiko watches, which were also used by UDT SEALs to recover Apollo astronauts from the ocean. This juxtaposition of taking lives in Vietnam to saving lives in the Pacific is fascinating.

Victor Vescovo reflects on the balance between exploration and family life, acknowledging that his intense focus on career and expeditions has impacted his personal life. He describes his exploration as a compulsion, driven by genetics and upbringing.