#30 | Show me your watch
This is a popular project that focuses on the watches of customers who have purchased them at Commit Ginza, and introduces them based on customer surveys, such as the occasions they wear them and the reasons that made them decide to purchase them. So, please watch "My Favorite Watches Vol.30 - Show us your watch" until the end.
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This column was written by Commit Ginza: Public Relations Department.
CHAPTER-1
Worn by Taka
Vacheron Constantin
Overseas Automatic
Reference 4520V/210A-B128
Q. What is your occupation?
- Managers and executives
Q: Age
- In their 50s
Q: In what situations do you plan to wear it?
- Business occasions (casual) and off days
Q.What was the first luxury watch you bought?
- Omega Seamaster Chronograph (Around 34 years old)
Q. How many watches do you currently own?
- 2 Patek Philippe, 1 Vacheron Constantin, 2 Omega
Q. Where do you usually get your clock information?
- WEB, YouTube
Q: What was the deciding factor for your purchase?
- Beautiful dial! Comes with three straps!
VACHERON CONSTANTIN
OVERSEAS AUTOMATIC
Reference 4520V/210A-B128
The watch that Taka purchased is Vacheron Constantin's iconic model, the Overseas "Ref. 4520V/210A-B128", which was released in 2024.
This popular three-hand model has not undergone any major changes from its predecessor, but the case has been improved from 11mm to 10.69mm, the weight from 166g to 159g, and the design has also been slightly changed to emphasize the tapered bracelet for a sharper impression.
CHAPTER-2
Worn by HK
Rolex
GMT-Master II
Reference 126720VTNR
Q. What is your occupation?
- self-employed
Q: Age
- In their 30s
Q: In what situations do you plan to wear it?
- Day off
Q.What was the first luxury watch you bought?
- TAG Heuer Carrera
Q. Where do you usually get your clock information?
- WEB, YouTube
Q: What was the deciding factor for your purchase?
-Recommended by a friend
ROLEX
GMT MASTER II
Reference 126720VTNR
The watch that HK purchased was the left-handed Rolex GMT-Master II, Ref. 126720VTNR, which was released in 2022.
Equipped with a two-tone green and black bezel that has never been seen on a previous GMT Master, this model, nicknamed the "Sprite", is equipped with the new caliber 3200 series "Cal. 3285" which is equipped with a GMT function, and has a significantly upgraded spec, including an increased power reserve of approximately 70 hours.
CHAPTER-3
Worn by M
Rolex
Submariner
Reference 1680
Q. What is your occupation?
- company employee
Q: Age
- In their 50s
Q: In what situations do you plan to wear it?
- Business scene
Q.What was the first luxury watch you bought?
- Rolex GMT-Master Ref. 16700 (Around 25 years old)
Q. How many watches do you currently own?
- 3 Rolexes, 1 Omega, 1 Panerai, 1 IWC
Q. Where do you usually get your clock information?
- YouTube
Q: What was the deciding factor for your purchase?
-Birth Year
ROLEX
SUBMARINER DATE
Reference 1680
The watch that Mr. M purchased was the popular vintage Rolex "Submariner Date" Ref. 1680.
The "Ref.1680" was manufactured from 1969 to 1980, but the "Red Sub" with the "SUBMARINER" markings in red, commonly known as the "Red Sub", which existed until the late 1970s, was the first Submariner diver's model to feature a calendar function. It is a watch with excellent practicality and functionality, featuring a triplock crown for improved water resistance and the famous masterpiece movement "Cal.1570 (with hacking)".
CHAPTER-4
Worn by MS
Rolex
Explorer
Reference 1016
Q. What is your occupation?
- executive
Q: Age
- In their 50s
Q: In what situations do you plan to wear it?
- Business (casual) and second watches
Q.What was the first luxury watch you bought?
-Dior
Q. How many watches do you currently own?
- 4 Rolexes, 1 Dior
Q. Where do you usually get your clock information?
- WEB, YouTube, Instagram
Q: What was the deciding factor for your purchase?
- Because it's a fat font number L
ROLEX
EXPLORER
Reference 1016
The item purchased by MS was, Matte dial Rolex Explorer I Ref. 1016.
This is a long-selling model that was manufactured from 1963 to around 1990, and several detail changes were made during the 20-year production period. This model is a later model that added a hacking function and is equipped with the "Cal. 1570", which is said to be the masterpiece of Rolex movements.
summary
That's all, what do you think?
When I see customers choosing watches, I am touched every time by the love and dedication they have for watches. Thank you so much to everyone who appeared on the show! All the staff are very happy that you all purchased watches.
We hope to continue to assist you with buying and selling watches, and we would be delighted if you would come and visit Commit Ginza to chat.
Finally, we look forward to seeing you all here! By the way, we also welcome customers who have purchased from us before!
see you!