In Conversation with Ben Clymer Part I; The Man Behind HODINKEE

[@charliedunne8027]

It’s great to see Revolution Watch + Hodinkee champion each other and share the space. Two amazing publications/media groups.

[@RevolutionWatch]

It's all about the #WatchFam

[@RevolutionWatch]

@@Alexander-dr4mw Hello good sir, we've actually done an interview peace featuring his collection! Read it at: www.revolution.watch/in-conversation-ex-paratrooper-gentleman-watch-collector-gabriel-benador-lange-ap-urwerk/

[@samhill4454]

Holy layered sweaters in June, Batman.

[@M4NA5]

You gotta be pretty cool to rock that. Cold, I meant cold.

[@captainyeung]

Closest thing we'll get to Talking Watches with Ben

[@RevolutionWatch]

Well now, never say never!

[@TickTocking]

Two guys that have changed the watch landscape very much for the better, I'm honored to count amongst my friends. Great video guys!

[@jonnybreakz]

Yes.....yes....yes....right...yes...right..yes....right..

[@WristwatchAddiction]

LLD haha! If you have ever talked to Wei or even messaged him back and forth, he is super animated. Lol!

[@Roadjull]

Sure. Absolutely. Fantastic. That's awesome, man.

[@Hugecannonballs]

So you'd rather him stay completely silent? That would be weird.

[@misterfreeze6545]

@@Hugecannonballs He really needs to stop chattering while the subject is speaking.

[@Hugecannonballs]

​@@misterfreeze6545 This isn't a news interview. It's a conversation. That's how a conversation works.

[@greaterbayareahero1401]

Wei Koh has super energy. Ben and Wei are just 2 very different personalities but brings their own magic to the watch industry in their own way. There was a time when everyone slated Wei for talking too fast/much but if you understand him he is just very passionate and it just oozes out of him in how he conducts his interviews. Both are very entertaining in their own ways. I enjoy both sides.

[@jamesestrada82]

Not sure why so many people give Wei shit for interjecting at times. After all, this is his channel, and he’s the interviewer... What I love about Wei, is that he’s genuinely pumped throughout (that’s called passion) and is actually making good conversation with Ben! How boring would the interview be if he asked the questions, then straight up posted?!

[@Luke.Cooking]

Because Wei makes it about himself. This is about Ben’s collection and his ideas. All the S- is warranted.

[@izzysteez27]

The moment I saw that specific Vacheron, I told myself that I will acquire it once I have the means, regardless of how much it costs by the time I’m able. I haven’t lusted after a watch like this before. It’s just an aesthetic masterpiece... perfect proportions, dial color, packaging, back story, and also the additional straps... great job on that Ben 👏. Perfectly executed.

[@damienlao9555]

have you got it yet

[@scotts1409]

Two watch champions in one video! Fantastic.

[@averybaker1185]

What a joy to watch this duo chat at length.

[@tkc324]

Wei talk so fast... Ben is trying to catch up the whole time lol. I didn’t even need to hit 1.5x play speed... great interview and well done!

[@HunterSTyler-lh4cz]

Is the Hodinkee water as overpriced as the Hodinkee straps?

[@ludekrichter6049]

Yeah, Ben, lets put water in even smaller bottles to produce even more garbage, you snob!

[@wengjai]

Overpriced for people who needs to make a better living =)

[@RICHIELUXURY]

All shit watches

[@dereks66]

@@RICHIELUXURY You have to come up with something better than that.

[@stevenp.sparks2953]

I'll never understand why some people bitch about the prices of something that they're under no obligation to buy?? What a moron......smh

[@WristwatchAddiction]

Love both of these guys and what they represent for the industry. Two amazing bigger than life personalities in one upload! This reminded me of Friday Live HODINKEE used to do. Great video guys!

[@enriqueleon3567]

Excellent video. It is always great to see someone who enjoys his work, which is also his passion.

[@ID-Guy]

Such a pleasure to watch. Great discussion, gents

[@cecedabo]

I have two words to say to Ben and Wei: Thank You! Adore your work and passio, learned a lot due to you guys

[@timur9429]

Video is at the beginning right now BUT I must say that i love this follow up video from Wei to the talking watches video recently. Love it ❤️

[@Lloyd_Garth]

This channel needs more subscribers. A lot more.

[@RevolutionWatch]

Here's working to make that happen, sir!

[@todoroki]

Left this interview with a new found respect for both gentlemen.

[@andrecipriano1071]

A-MA-ZING vid. Two of the most revolutionary characters in the watch world. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@DmitriyOleynik]

Great conversation, thanks for sharing!

[@davidwoo8920]

excellent video, great to learn more about the pieces offered and why.

[@scottallan3327]

Can you get any more jackets on is it that cold there in June

[@RevolutionWatch]

Ah, admittedly, this was filmed in December of 2018. Clearly took us a while to get this up 😔

[@david.9633]

Great episode Wei 👍

[@arthurjin0722]

This video could have been 1hour, but the speed of both of them speak made it happen under 20mins...

[@John-thinks]

Putting the Hodinkee name up with theirs in Times Square was to THEIR benefit - would bring me into the store!

[@titor8017]

Wei awesome. Ben is such a down to earth person. The love of watches is so evident in your conversation (interview). Just great

[@GronefeldWatches]

Very nice! Thank you al for this nice conversation!

[@tbanickr]

Absolutely, yes. Yes

[@robin2thek]

Great video! It would be nice just to make a video talking about the new watches of 2022

[@statuswan]

I would love to not worry about asking for discounts, but let's not delude ourselves into thinking that the industry doesn't over price things or think about profit margins over artistry.

[@anonymousonlineuser6543]

I don't collect watches but this is just such a good conversation with genuine vibe ... Good time all around.

[@jeffdj1975]

Ive must’ve watched part one and two about 80 times.

[@SuperPeleke]

I was hoping one of these days to see Ben show off his personal collection!

[@RevolutionWatch]

We'll hold your beer while you watch this: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pWLYhK2BiLqLnrc

[@SpaghettiKillah]

Great interview with 2 guyz who kickstarted the passion for watches even among people who weren't into watches AT ALL.

[@MikeBisney]

Ben really stepped his game up!

[@marklatjes7829]

Do an interview with the horned one.. the method actor who playes Archibald Chesterfield lll, the Pontiph, the Rodent Slayer, the inventor of the phistwatchcheck.. Paul Pluta...

[@locutusdborg126]

Archie Luxury appears on Watchbox Live chatbox in alias.

[@SWatchik]

Great video. Whatever people's opinions of Hodinkee, you can't deny Ben and Co know their stuff. Would actually like to see Ben in more content

[@fraserdoran9405]

What is the box in front, the entire reason I clicked on this video, it looks amazing, I need one

[@hrvoje_k]

Probably custom made Goyard

[@quarters-eye8922]

I agree with Wei completely. A watch is art...…...….it's not something to be treated like a stalk of celery. It's not a product to be discounted. Art is not about price- it's about the experience...…..the emotion........the beauty and appreciation for what it is...…….art. If I want to know what time it is - that's what my cell phone is for. I look at my watch because I appreciate it for what it is-,Art..................for the beauty and emotion it brings. Thank you gentlemen, for such an inspiring conversation.

[@ziyanzhang1735]

Wait... is Christmas 6 month early or something? I do not deserve this. I love each and every second of it!!!!

[@RevolutionWatch]

Thank you for your support! This was actually filmed not too long after Christmas last year :)

[@RobinHood-us7sg]

I’d like to see Wei Koh interview Tom Bolt aka WatchGuru 🙏

[@vanillacoffee]

I’d watch that. Tom Bolt is the most underrated watch guru. That would be an awesome chat to see.

[@bmilekic]

Man, reading some of the public comments here... pathetic. Calling Ben a snob, etc. The guy arguably did more to introduce great watchmaking to the masses than anyone else and the people ragging on H. and Ben are the real snobs IMO. Anyway, great interviews. Props to Wei and Revolution Watch for doing this one!

[@alcidesneto5282]

Wow amazing content. I was glued to the screen from beginning to end.

[@SoCalWatchReviews]

You’re one of idols Mr. Wei!

[@barnelf]

Just great perfect lots of love to you both

[@joshlindquist4147]

Love the yamazaki 12 on the shelf!

[@datitran7473]

great video. thank you✌️

[@carsandchronos]

Good video. The sad part of the success of Hodinkee is the advertisers and “shop” now dictate the material and “opinions”.

[@rickonwatches9932]

Love this!

[@edng30]

Love Ben Clymer, he's the best

[@doublequickset]

Wow, did his grandfather gave Ben an Omega? That's so awesome!

[@iclogtoilets3483]

This was almost as good as "TGV and Tim One on One."

[@RevolutionWatch]

Guess we better work harder, for better 🧐

[@epvtrinidad]

obviously kidding right? hahahahaha

[@ljr35]

I love you man, no I love you more man, no I love you more.. ad infinitum

[@RevolutionWatch]

Naw, man we love you infinite-er 😘

[@ljr35]

@@RevolutionWatch I was in a misanthropic mood yesterday!

[@badmatt]

I saw this on Hodonkee earlier and thought is was photo shop... heh...

[@RevolutionWatch]

Thumbs up if Hodokee brought you here 😂

[@markw951]

Excellent interview and recap of the Hodinkee limited editions.

[@Hoppetakeyama]

Great vdo.

[@andrecipriano1071]

Where can I buy those Sistem51 Swatches? 😭

[@erth4896]

eBay all day

[@rogerparis]

Brilliant x 2!

[@lanari10]

Sorry to get off topic and be totally unrelated to video, but wondering if Hodinkee is scared of Vintage Seiko market? Does that ridiculous value threaten business?

[@jlarsson1978]

YES

[@Infinity888Love]

Amazing two great men in show! Thank you

[@LesterLovesWatches]

The framing should improve so that only the guest is in shot. And the host should maybe not speak so much, especially when the interlocutor is Ben Clymer.

[@WristwatchAddiction]

Lester Loves Watches um, Wei Koh is an icon in the fashion and Wristwatch industry and an amazing personality himself so I have to agree usually but disagree in this instance.

[@fl_g80]

20 minutes?! Blessed be the gods! Thank you!

[@HoperehabcenterthailandAsia]

well done

[@golfinguru11]

Hilarious looking back on this, now that hodinkee is one large advert.

[@Laennec568]

Where is the spb089?

[@morganfrazer158]

what watch was ben wearing ?

[@jamesestrada82]

Omega Speedmaster. A gift from his grandfather.

[@DrExeCelticHeroes]

....Yes

[@Zblass]

Awesome video!!!! - w4tchtow3r

[@angelofang1312]

Yes man

[@strapped2time]

Great interview. Their views on discounting, though, are a tad misguided and self-serving (as retailers). Even luxury sports cars (that are considered works of art by many) can and are discounted. It’s a natural part of business. Bartering has been in existence since trade no matter the item. Other than that, great interview... though not a huge fan of Ben. Love me some Wei!!

[@stevenp.sparks2953]

Discounting is in no way a "natural part of business", and bartering is a completely different concept. Tell ya what: Go to your nearest Patek, AP, Tiffany, etc. boutique, and tell them that discounting is just a part of doing business. They'd escort you to the door, and lock it behind you. I could go on to further defend my position on retail economics, but the simple facts do it for me. Their "views that are a tad misguided" must be the reason that their limited edition watches all sell out, many in astoundingly record time. No....wait......that just proves that you've little to no idea of what you're talking about. Not trying to make it personal, but having spent half of my life in retail, both as an employee and an owner, misguided comments like yours make my head explode......lol

[@runabath]

I thought hoddinki is a Rolex advertiser 🦄

[@stephentaylor6320]

Tremendous.

[@alessandro-j4110]

Was that a stroke at 0:29

[@adrianonast3599]

Why were those water bottles the size of a thimble?

[@RevolutionWatch]

It's probably so the watches look bigger 🤣

[@jennyp.4603]

Great! Wei Koh should have done an intro like: "Today we're in New York at Hodinkee offices to talk to a man ..... to talk watches" 😉

[@iclogtoilets3483]

You are so smart Jenny. Wow.

[@sonlaxx]

"all of our watches sell for retail or above" *sells blue alpinist for $500*

[@actnaturally388]

It’s pretty intense

[@johncaron4888]

I love wrist watches with dates!

[@edudanel]

I would love to watch a live show with Tim Mosso at Hodinkee HQ.

[@landedinlukla]

Watch industry cannot justify its scale without discounts. Believe it or not, post millennials could not care less about the luxury aspect of watches. The industry still does not understand this. Moreover, why pay full price if discounts do exist?

[@tryitout-701]

It’s about value. Think about all the people who are going to inherit cases of watches with bigger returns than their stock portfolio

[@alas26]

Anyone recognize what's on Ben's wrist in here?

[@juanahrw4162]

33 people went fucking deep

[@james12361224]

Back when Hodinkee LEs sold out

[@ImStuckInStockton]

In Conversation with Dad

[@PhilMarlowe392]

Why is Ben wearing so many layers when he's clearly burning up? Very OCD weird.

[@WatchAddictionReviews]

good ole benny boy have yet to meet him and i live in new jork lol

[@danielkatz7516]

I was hoping my blue Alpinist that i have in toronto, ( for the AMERICAN MARKET ONLY)would be introduced, but its ooooooookaaaaaaayy, ill survive

[@nickl9845]

Epic.

[@ElimRem]

Hodinkee water?

[@iclogtoilets3483]

Ghastly. Please interview that aristocratic gentleman named TGV. He's the one that knows all references off the top of his head. Puts Tim Mosso to shame. Ciao.

[@splootan]

No he does not! He has very bad dress sense, and zero knowledge of watches.

[@bobbysebastian3709]

Ben’s drinking a lot of hodinkee water 💦 answering yes-man wei-koh. Nice 👍 collection there Ben...

[@RevolutionWatch]

We like to believe that you only need two things to survive: watches and water.

[@rayleeaustralia]

Where are the big hitting piece 😂

[@thelittlelibrary80]

Love this

[@Jollopukki2]

It is reverse "Talking watches" ))

[@danielsolstrand]

Those small bottles. So product placement.

[@jmbaug1229]

🔥

[@sonytoprano9880]

a microrotor? i got one too.

[@ilivill]

!