From the Founder of The Rake & Revolution - Wei Koh's Origin Story

[@eddiewang11]

Can you guys adjust the volume. It’s so low it’s almost inaudible

[@eddiewang11]

@@markchodotcom I think there is a volume boost function built into KZbin so you should be able to correct for it fairly easily

[@eddiewang11]

@@markchodotcom thanks for the effort!

[@eddiewang11]

@@markchodotcom no worries. Appreciate all your videos. Keep up the good work✌️

[@jeanlefranc3817]

Thanks for your message. I thought something was going wrong with my ears

[@eddiewang11]

@@jeanlefranc3817 try to be in a very quiet environment and wear earphones, that helps

[@johnnyguitar6697]

Great conversation, guys. Being an avid reader of The Rake, I regret not meeting Wei Koh when I was living in Singapore. The man is interesting, and certainly made a success of himself. Some of what he's describing really strikes a chord: when I arrived in Singapore in 2006, there wasn't even one decent shoes shop there. Same for tailoring. So I was really surprised when I cam across the first issues of The Rake. Now, obviously, things are much different, Singapore has become much more stylish, be it for men's fashion, restaurants or bars. World class city through and through.

[@SKLLC]

Glad I found this channel. I have met many athletes and celebs over my time. I am not the "can I have a photo" kind of person. I did come close to asking Snoop once.... Only now after watching this video, that I am kicking myself for not taking a photo with Wei. What a cool guy. I had the surprise pleasure of meeting Wei outside a clothing store in NY last September. He even asked what watch I was wearing. He was wearing a beautiful black AP RO. I laughed my ass off listening to the way he told this story. And it did cross my mind on several occasions how Wei got into the watch industry. If the moons align, and we all happen to be in NY at the same time, I would love to take you guys out to dinner. Love picking brains of interesting people. Side note, I am interested in "refreshing" my clothing style to suit my age more. I might be quoting my wife. But next time I am visiting NY, I will stop by. Great video!!

[@vr426]

Wei is hilarious. It's a treat to hear him speak! I wish this episode was longer!

[@benmoore7946]

I really like this! Please consider making it a running series: Conversations with Mark & Wei. A different topic each month, produce it a little bit; sometimes smoking cigars, sometimes drinking something cool... I'd watch it with great pleasure. You could meet once and film two or three episodes and release them over time.

[@DenzelSmashington]

Second!

[@richienewyen908]

What a sess. Really enjoyed this. A convo between the two experts in what they’re doing

[@watch_MrG]

Love to hear Wei’s original story. These two gentlemen are flagships in men’s fashion

[@stoneriverwatches]

I really appreciate the interview topic and relaxed style of shooting. As someone who’s just beginning their career in watches, it can be demoralizing to feel stuck at the bottom. This interview and series gives me hope to push on to “make it” one day. Looking forward to part 2!

[@kelvin.008]

Charming chap Wei Koh, his father, Prof Tommy Koh is well loved in Singapore and globally too!

[@RebirthBeyond]

Fantastic interview. It's a lot of fun listening to your stories and hope to see a part 2.

[@SinnerAndSaint]

Thanks for this great and very interesting interview! Really love the authentic and outspoken stories of Wei. He's a very experienced and straight forward man. I appreciate that.

[@christianellopm]

Great, genuine video. Awesome.

[@umq5147]

Awesome awesome awesome Love Wei And wish Marc talked more about his start More please 🤞🏼

[@Hoppetakeyama]

Fantastic interview. It’s super cool to learn the origin of Revolution. I recently discovered the Armoury. I’ll be sure to stop by your shop when I visit Hang Kong. Wei is a really cool dude. 💯👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@about_timepieces]

Fantastic chat guys!

[@kabatake]

Love the conversation. We need more of this

[@ericmal5055]

I really enjoyed the conversation. I would love to hear Mark’s origin story.

[@Jim58223]

Reupload? Also hope to see part 2.

[@Lassehansen3]

The only bad thing about this video is that it isn't longer 😄 Can't wait for (a hopefully) part two!

[@DGA-808]

Awesome interview!

[@dimitriostsiganis]

That was very enjoyable conversation! Wei is way larger than life character.

[@petersmith5832]

Wei has a strong command of the English language. Great interview.

[@rahulramanathan5737]

Fantastic interview! Now we need Mark's back story. Also loved the shout out of Phil 😂

[@ajaysingh-ls7yp]

Can someone let me know who is sergio and sabastian they are talking about?

[@clintonshiells3095]

Just came across this-really interesting interview. Wei-tell me about the bicycles. Which ones are they? What do you do with them? Guess you need to get up really early to ride in Singapore.

[@StanfordChiou]

I'm digging the shoulders on Wei's jacket.

[@certainstrength]

Volume is on the lower side. Can this be fixed?

[@randlyce]

is the sound this quite that i have to turn the volume of my headphone to 80%?

[@RoosReviews]

Classic fitted clothing always! 🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@monkeypawism]

Loved it. Let's get Mark's story now!!! Link to Mark's only fans page, please.

[@Ensorcle]

Part 2!

[@real_achimedes]

Great video. Wish Marc went into his origin story tho.

[@jongoodman7563]

I bought my first grown up watch from a sea of watches in Singapore in the early 90’s, a two tone submariner knock off. Oh, that I could return again, if nothing else to view things with new eyes. Love everything about Revolution, but remain curious as to when/how Wei learned French plus how he landed on his distinctive vibe/ascetic.

[@TheHagestol]

You know you age like fine wine.

[@TheMrverdes]

Legend!

[@CC-mq9iw]

I am all for fuller silhouettes--something reminiscent of the 1930s. Interestingly, I actually have to persuade my tailor to make my garments less fitted. Lol.

[@channgaishun]

The video....can't hear

[@channgaishun]

@@markchodotcom No worries! Thanks for the effort!

[@jackyong815]

Love how Koh slapped Cho in the face at 0:47 SIN vs HKG 1-0

[@starkid20]

Mark + Team - I love Wei, Revolution, Mark and The Armoury but the sound on this is really horrible. And the choppy transition edits on this is ....well, to put it simple is, bad. I am sure that many of us wouldn't mind waiting for this but can you perhaps load this video after it's been corrected?

[@ffcc7655]

Gotta love Wei 😂

[@TheSunilSom]

The Cigar was Absolutely UNNECESSARY.

[@ObligatoryPun]

This guy is absolutely hilarious!

[@TheAnonymous-Man]

😮

[@syahzankudus1904]

2 wrists and 2 watches. That's the way to go.

[@davide8641]

top g

[@100kmp]

Where is the coffee..? only you smoking a cigar? What's going on...

[@ItsNeverTooHot4Leather]

Mark: "You can't really thrift a watch." OHHHHHHH, you sure as heck can! There are boatloads of vintage stores, thrift stores, charity shops, swap meets (swap n' shops), outdoor markets, etc all around the world that sell new/vintage watches. Open your mind, Mark! You'd be surprised what is really out there at affordable prices.

[@nl2935]

please dont promote smoking mark.

[@stoicroman9423]

Very stiff and awkward throughout the whole interview