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tie219 · 14 July 2018, 06:31 PM

Hey all, I've been living in Hong Kong temporarily for the past month for work and the rain finally gave me an excuse to do some browsing for watches. First off, i will say that the inventory at authorized dealers is even more scarce than back where I live in the U.S. Generally, I'll see the usual Explorers, Milgauss, and Subs when I stop by an AD. This is definitely not the case in Hong Kong or any city it seems. Not surprising by the dozens of threads already on this topic.

Second, I've never seen so many people wearing luxury watches in one place in my entire life. For example, I'll see at least a few Daytonas a day and even saw a guy wearing a nice 5712 nautilus. This is obviously much different than what I normally see.

Anyway, I stopped by The Vintage Concept today in Central to do some browsing. I have been following them on Instagram for a while now and couldn't resist lol. I was extremely impressed by not only their inventory, but how professional and knowledgeable their staff are. Even though I was pretty upfront about not being in the market to purchase anything right now, the sales lady didn't push me to buy anything or hint that I should leave the store. What a great experience overall!

Hong Kong is certainly a paradise for WIS

Now here's some pictures:

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Rashid.bk · 14 July 2018, 06:43 PM

Nice info, how are the vintage prices.

tie219 · 14 July 2018, 06:48 PM

Thanks, prices are on the higher side but The Vinage Concept is a very reputable store and the pieces I looked at were in top condition. I'd imagine you could find more competitive prices if you looked hard enough.

HK_Expat · 14 July 2018, 06:56 PM

It a great shop, been there many times and a great city for watches(food, night life, sightseeing...)
I see more nice watches daily on people here then anywhere else...

Enjoy your stay

tie219 · 14 July 2018, 07:09 PM

It's a great city for sure, food and night life are great. Thanks, I just hope the time doesn't go by any faster haha.

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Amex4711 · 14 July 2018, 07:36 PM

Fake news and copy watches

NO !
Hongkong is so amazing for all kind of shopping, great watch dealers

joli160 · 14 July 2018, 08:52 PM

That big pilot looks awesome

tie219 · 14 July 2018, 09:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by joli160

That big pilot looks awesome

Big pilot is definitely on my short list of next watches. One of my favorites by far

1William · 14 July 2018, 09:05 PM

Good report. Thanks.

AEC · 14 July 2018, 09:07 PM

Sounds like fun. I think you might need that IWC Big Pilot! Looks great on your wrist.

tie219 · 14 July 2018, 09:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AEC

Sounds like fun. I think you might need that IWC Big Pilot! Looks great on your wrist.

Thanks

A big pilot will definitely be in my future at some point

Point2Point · 14 July 2018, 09:25 PM

Love Hong Kong! Within a few blocks in Central, there are five Patek dealers. Folks there like watches.

brandrea · 14 July 2018, 09:47 PM

I must go to Hong Kong one day

Nice write up Troy

tie219 · 14 July 2018, 10:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by brandrea

I must go to Hong Kong one day

Nice write up Troy

Thanks and you should! There's more to do here than look at watches but it's a great perk

watchbowl · 14 July 2018, 10:31 PM

Just got back from HK last week. Probably my favourite place in the world but I’m yet to visit a grey dealer there!

I’m not too keen on visiting the ADs though, find it quite uncomfortable how close the sales associates follow you around even when you tell them you’re just browsing.

jeanjean · 14 July 2018, 10:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Simon040289

Just got back from HK last week. Probably my favourite place in the world but I’m yet to visit a grey dealer there!

I’m not too keen on visiting the ADs though, find it quite uncomfortable how close the sales associates follow you around even when you tell them you’re just browsing.

Right, like the cat after the mouses

I do like the place but I don t know why never buy a watch there !

yoast · 14 July 2018, 11:43 PM

Take a look in Mongkok, Kwong Wa street, Sino Centre and Champagne court in Tst.

MinMay · 15 July 2018, 01:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Xyza0722

It a great shop, been there many times and a great city for watches(food, night life, sightseeing...)
I see more nice watches daily on people here then anywhere else...

Enjoy your stay

yah..it's asian loves to spend on luxury items. It's normal. Don't be surprise to see cab driver wearing Rolex. It's common in the United States too...

tie219 · 15 July 2018, 01:31 AM

My company bus driver has a BLNR haha, I was surprised the first day here

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wongyishen · 15 July 2018, 01:54 AM

Nice review.

Muxi · 15 July 2018, 01:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MinMay

yah..it's asian loves to spend on luxury items. It's normal. Don't be surprise to see cab driver wearing Rolex. It's common in the United States too...

Yup, we do okay here in Asia.

acfcheung · 15 July 2018, 02:01 AM

Thanks for the kind words for our city :)

Have a great time in Hong Kong!

And just FYI, it's a bit if a cultural thing to have nice watches here. (Without meaning any disrespect) I've seen a butcher wearing a Hulk and waiter wearing a Daytona before

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HK Islandboy · 15 July 2018, 02:13 AM

Here’s a marvellous thread from a couple of years ago with some recommendations of places to see and visit - I’ve been intending to take a day and follow the path laid out by one of the posters, but haven’t found time to do so...but were I a visitor on a rainy Sunday....

In any event, hope it provides some amusement. The watch culture here is pretty remarkable!

https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=470904

tie219 · 15 July 2018, 02:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by acfcheung

Thanks for the kind words for our city :)

Have a great time in Hong Kong!

And just FYI, it's a bit if a cultural thing to have nice watches here. (Without meaning any disrespect) I've seen a butcher wearing a Hulk and waiter wearing a Daytona before

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Hong Kong is a great city, enjoying every minute here!

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tie219 · 15 July 2018, 02:24 AM

Great thread, I'll be sure to check it out, thanks.

Quote:

Originally Posted by HK Islandboy

Here’s a marvellous thread from a couple of years ago with some recommendations of places to see and visit - I’ve been intending to take a day and follow the path laid out by one of the posters, but haven’t found time to do so...but were I a visitor on a rainy Sunday....

In any event, hope it provides some amusement. The watch culture here is pretty remarkable!

https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=470904

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CoveWatch · 15 July 2018, 02:57 AM

I’ll definitely check them out when I go.. thanks!

14 July 2018, 06:31 PM	#1
tie219 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2017 Real Name: Troy Location: Houston, TX Watch: 16710 GMT, BBR Posts: 926	Hong Kong Hey all, I've been living in Hong Kong temporarily for the past month for work and the rain finally gave me an excuse to do some browsing for watches. First off, i will say that the inventory at authorized dealers is even more scarce than back where I live in the U.S. Generally, I'll see the usual Explorers, Milgauss, and Subs when I stop by an AD. This is definitely not the case in Hong Kong or any city it seems. Not surprising by the dozens of threads already on this topic. Second, I've never seen so many people wearing luxury watches in one place in my entire life. For example, I'll see at least a few Daytonas a day and even saw a guy wearing a nice 5712 nautilus. This is obviously much different than what I normally see. Anyway, I stopped by The Vintage Concept today in Central to do some browsing. I have been following them on Instagram for a while now and couldn't resist lol. I was extremely impressed by not only their inventory, but how professional and knowledgeable their staff are. Even though I was pretty upfront about not being in the market to purchase anything right now, the sales lady didn't push me to buy anything or hint that I should leave the store. What a great experience overall! Hong Kong is certainly a paradise for WIS Now here's some pictures: Sent from my SM-G928V using Tapatalk

14 July 2018, 07:36 PM	#6
Amex4711 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Real Name: Thomas Location: Germany Watch: yes of course Posts: 1,889	Fake news and copy watches NO ! Hongkong is so amazing for all kind of shopping, great watch dealers __________________ current Rolex collection: to much......

14 July 2018, 08:52 PM	#7
joli160 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: NL Watch: Yachtmaster Posts: 14,736	That big pilot looks awesome __________________ Day Date 18238, Yachtmaster 16622, Deepsea 116660, Submariner 116619, SkyD 326935, DJ 178271, DJ 69158, Yachtmaster 169622, GMT 116713LN, GMT 126711.

14 July 2018, 11:43 PM	#17
yoast "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: HK Posts: 2,286	Take a look in Mongkok, Kwong Wa street, Sino Centre and Champagne court in Tst. __________________ IG: @yoast.watch https://www.instagram.com/yoast.watch/

14 July 2018, 06:43 PM	#2
Rashid.bk "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Dallas Watch: 12800ft = 3900m Posts: 11,173	Nice info, how are the vintage prices.

14 July 2018, 06:48 PM	#3
tie219 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2017 Real Name: Troy Location: Houston, TX Watch: 16710 GMT, BBR Posts: 926	Thanks, prices are on the higher side but The Vinage Concept is a very reputable store and the pieces I looked at were in top condition. I'd imagine you could find more competitive prices if you looked hard enough.

14 July 2018, 06:56 PM	#4
HK_Expat "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: Hong Kong Watch: Me go Posts: 430	It a great shop, been there many times and a great city for watches(food, night life, sightseeing...) I see more nice watches daily on people here then anywhere else... Enjoy your stay

14 July 2018, 07:09 PM	#5
tie219 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2017 Real Name: Troy Location: Houston, TX Watch: 16710 GMT, BBR Posts: 926	It's a great city for sure, food and night life are great. Thanks, I just hope the time doesn't go by any faster haha. Sent from my SM-G928V using Tapatalk

14 July 2018, 09:05 PM	#9
1William 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 47,566	Good report. Thanks.

14 July 2018, 09:07 PM	#10
AEC 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Tony Location: Orchard Park, NY Watch: Idiot Savant Posts: 3,359	Sounds like fun. I think you might need that IWC Big Pilot! Looks great on your wrist.

14 July 2018, 09:25 PM	#12
Point2Point "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: SoCal Posts: 145	Love Hong Kong! Within a few blocks in Central, there are five Patek dealers. Folks there like watches.

14 July 2018, 09:47 PM	#13
brandrea 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 77,711	I must go to Hong Kong one day Nice write up Troy

14 July 2018, 10:31 PM	#15
watchbowl "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: U.K. Posts: 469	Just got back from HK last week. Probably my favourite place in the world but I’m yet to visit a grey dealer there! I’m not too keen on visiting the ADs though, find it quite uncomfortable how close the sales associates follow you around even when you tell them you’re just browsing.

15 July 2018, 01:31 AM	#19
tie219 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2017 Real Name: Troy Location: Houston, TX Watch: 16710 GMT, BBR Posts: 926	My company bus driver has a BLNR haha, I was surprised the first day here Sent from my SM-G928V using Tapatalk

15 July 2018, 01:54 AM	#20
wongyishen "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Malaysia Posts: 16	Nice review.

15 July 2018, 02:01 AM	#22
acfcheung "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Real Name: AC Location: Hong Kong Watch: SD4K for now Posts: 422	Thanks for the kind words for our city :) Have a great time in Hong Kong! And just FYI, it's a bit if a cultural thing to have nice watches here. (Without meaning any disrespect) I've seen a butcher wearing a Hulk and waiter wearing a Daytona before Sent from my VKY-L29 using Tapatalk

15 July 2018, 02:13 AM	#23
HK Islandboy "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Location: Hong Kong Watch: AP Posts: 3,825	Here’s a marvellous thread from a couple of years ago with some recommendations of places to see and visit - I’ve been intending to take a day and follow the path laid out by one of the posters, but haven’t found time to do so...but were I a visitor on a rainy Sunday.... In any event, hope it provides some amusement. The watch culture here is pretty remarkable! https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=470904

15 July 2018, 02:57 AM	#26
CoveWatch "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: SoCal Watch: Rolex & AP Posts: 4,535	I’ll definitely check them out when I go.. thanks!

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