Talking Watches With Eric Ku

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  • Eric Ku is one of the good guys. Actually, he's one of the best guys. Eric is a long-time vintage Rolex dealer of the highest order. He's the type of guy who can find you the $1,000,000 Albino 6263, the type of guy who can make a watch good with a simple blessing. Eric Ku is the type of guy who was talking about "RCO" Daytona's three years ago. Eric is the owner of VintageRolexForum, and dealer of watches at 10PastTen.com, but why he's here today in this series of videos about collectors has nothing to do with his profession, or even Rolex at all. No, Eric Ku, like Jean-Claude Biver, is a true lover of all watches, vintage and new, independent or not. Today we'll be running through some of his favorites, and show you the Submariner that started it all. This is Talking Watches with Eric Ku. For the full story, go to: www.hodinkee.com/blog/video-ta...
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  • @indiefruit
    @indiefruit 5 ปีที่แล้ว +472

    That opening shot makes Ben look like he's waiting on his mom to pick him up

    • @johann23
      @johann23 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      haha yeah looks like shit.

    • @mannycalavera2335
      @mannycalavera2335 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      A daily exercise routine would do more for his look than any watch ever could XD.

    • @timothyacowin9761
      @timothyacowin9761 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Pile of watch straps.

    • @richardwarren2024
      @richardwarren2024 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Absolutely hilarious comments

    • @jamalkwyasse5527
      @jamalkwyasse5527 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      🤣🤣🤣

  • @TheReaper5125
    @TheReaper5125 6 ปีที่แล้ว +50

    One of the best collections featured in Hondinkee. He is humble and shows a true appreciation of watches. Respect

  • @AustinMillbarge
    @AustinMillbarge 9 ปีที่แล้ว +126

    Every time i see you pick up these peoples insanely expensive watches and wind them i picture the crown coming off in your hand and a very awkward "oops"

  • @maxrichardbraun2176
    @maxrichardbraun2176 7 ปีที่แล้ว +107

    Inspiring to see a "Rolex guy" with such an appreciation for independent's.

  • @SeaJayBelfast
    @SeaJayBelfast 8 ปีที่แล้ว +51

    Definitely the best looking Reverso out there. So simple, really tasteful size.

  • @benjaminbreeg2314
    @benjaminbreeg2314 8 ปีที่แล้ว +141

    That is one Ku watch collection.

    • @andersonhernandez2582
      @andersonhernandez2582 8 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      lol nice

    • @bobford7366
      @bobford7366 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      holy $h1t. You're the guy that always rags on Ohio State. I can't believe you're into watches too!

  • @tekphou9529
    @tekphou9529 9 ปีที่แล้ว +44

    This guy has a Phillipe Dufour. What.the.fuck

  • @VZ935
    @VZ935 9 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I came here because I know Eric Singer and as a smallish watch collector but had no idea that Laurent Ferrier was a watch maker. Laurent raced my Porsche 934 with its then owner, Swiss Privateer Claude Haldi, at Le Mans in 1976 . Enjoy your channel.

  • @aychihuahua99
    @aychihuahua99 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    This and the John Mayer interview are my favourites, they have very different feels but it just feels authentic and knowledgable.

  • @soggysadboi
    @soggysadboi 9 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    He has a PVD Monaco... Excuse me for a minute... I crapped my pants.

  • @ryan.1357
    @ryan.1357 7 ปีที่แล้ว +330

    Earlier applications of PVD were not what they are today. (Please put it down). It scratches really easily. (Please put it down). You could probably scratch it with your fingernail. (Please put it down). (Put it down). (Please).

    • @svfutbol20
      @svfutbol20 6 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      I think Ben knows how to handle a watch...

    • @xallelsefailedx
      @xallelsefailedx 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      "Turn the page, wash your hands. Turn the page, wash your hands."

    • @nomadben
      @nomadben 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I didn't get that impression at all from the video.

  • @zachschevelle
    @zachschevelle 8 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    Ben, show us your collection sometime.

  • @SoCalWatchReviews
    @SoCalWatchReviews 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Amazing collection!! I love the diversity and that story about his little bro calling the guy a million times was gold!

  • @pleon6112
    @pleon6112 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I really enjoy his collections because he had very unique pieces. More of a modern updated look but still a vintage feel.

  • @nyo_nyosupra1059
    @nyo_nyosupra1059 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    Another great well thought out video please keep them coming

  • @Mzahaka1313
    @Mzahaka1313 8 ปีที่แล้ว +48

    Help, I've watched a cumulative of 3 hours of watch videos today. J.C. Biver was my favorite interview from this channel.

  • @b00nsmoviesss
    @b00nsmoviesss 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    wow what a fantastic collection. I really like the mix between great vintage and technical marvels! Love it!! If miss a Richard mille, just because of the technique

  • @SolomonLi
    @SolomonLi 8 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I loved this one... and John Mayer's, Biver's, Goldberger, Massena, and Paramico's interview.
    Definitely worth multiple views just for the uniqueness of pieces and stories.

    • @SeaJayBelfast
      @SeaJayBelfast 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Solomon Li you didn't enjoy Pras' 17 Royal Oaks?

  • @younesmekraldi9438
    @younesmekraldi9438 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    That simplicity is nothing but perfectness

  • @rkumar2706
    @rkumar2706 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good Collection mix of vintage and modern elements.Respect !

  • @micarrow93
    @micarrow93 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love the talking watches series, keep up the great work!

  • @ussnimitz3666
    @ussnimitz3666 9 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    That Monaco is stunning!

  • @mikem3901
    @mikem3901 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Down to earth guy with an amazing collection. Really enjoyed this episode

  • @Grunge_Cycling
    @Grunge_Cycling 9 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    This dude's got style

  • @philc822
    @philc822 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ben drooling over that vintage Sub., CUT !!!!, can we get a bucket in here, hurry up Im trying to shoot a movie here !

  • @555Gear
    @555Gear 9 ปีที่แล้ว +99

    Insane baller

    • @555Gear
      @555Gear 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks!

  • @abba136
    @abba136 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That Laurent Ferrier is one of the most beautiful watches I've ever seen.

  • @melberber79
    @melberber79 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    I loved that bar, one of a few with Kreonenburg Blanc on tap...too bad it closed...

  • @rado19901
    @rado19901 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love people who love watches... Great people!

  • @JB-sz4wy
    @JB-sz4wy 9 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Good simple mens watches are what we need to reintroduce. Good quality. The Seiko, Citizen I mean. So many mens watches today have ridiculously complicated decorative dials and faces. Why can we just have a simple good metal watch or leather strap. Plus mens watches are becoming oversized and less comfortable to wear

  • @TheSlatman83
    @TheSlatman83 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing unique collection.

  • @MrSgtSniper
    @MrSgtSniper 8 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I've only had one talking watch. the alarm was a rooster.

  • @gallolocoparisien
    @gallolocoparisien 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great collection

  • @mastertree2956
    @mastertree2956 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    i wait so long for the next episode

  • @JonathanFung808
    @JonathanFung808 9 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    Would love another Talking Watches with him--but with more vintage Rolex.

    • @peleti027
      @peleti027 9 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      +1 I did enjoy the vid, but didnt like some of those chunky pieces....

    • @philipealmeida
      @philipealmeida 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      peleti027 +2!! Lets see the rolex collection!!!

    • @MKI4EVA
      @MKI4EVA 9 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey do you know why theres a red bezel marker on the rolex he is wearing? I've looked everywhere on the internet and can't find out why.

    • @user-bs3kr5sg4j
      @user-bs3kr5sg4j 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +MKIs4EVA

  • @alexwengrun9989
    @alexwengrun9989 9 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Laurent Ferriere & Phillip Dufour
    just great!!

  • @philc822
    @philc822 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good trade, modern Subs are quite common almost generic, but that is very special and super rare, hes probably still suffering traders remorse, crying in the dark in his room while checking his lume on his everyday Sub.

  • @capitalistpig10
    @capitalistpig10 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    Haven't seen the video and it's epic!!!

  • @alberthodge631
    @alberthodge631 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    great camera work. well done.

  • @Rekickit
    @Rekickit 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    How much would a 6536 sub cost now? I love the watch so much I keep coming back to this video just to see it. I also want the tutor bb58 cause it reminds me of it

  • @neuromancerXL
    @neuromancerXL 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Drooling over that Deep Sea Alarm

  • @seanpollard4844
    @seanpollard4844 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great collection. However the first speedmaster needs adjustment as the chronograph minute counter ticks over late at the 7 second mark instead of the 60 second mark at 12 of the clock position. Check 3:20

  • @anthonybeauregard6806
    @anthonybeauregard6806 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    My dream collection,this guy have taste

  • @josiahgold
    @josiahgold 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Boom. Eric is a legend

  • @klaus7602
    @klaus7602 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    感觉认识Ku的话可以学习很多,哈哈

  • @ericl3085
    @ericl3085 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    oh Rolex guy yay that never happens on this channel....but nice to see what he brought for this segment was not just 5 gmt

  • @fakedoctoralex
    @fakedoctoralex 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That Reverso is just gorgeous.

  • @sutats
    @sutats 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    Keep up the good work!

  • @JeffGR4
    @JeffGR4 9 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    As a self-confessed horology fanatic, I thoroughly loved Benjamin Clymer's interview with watch expert and historian Eric Ku.

    • @johnbarry4095
      @johnbarry4095 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      JeffGR4 Who the fuck speaks like that

  • @YashShevde
    @YashShevde 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Typically love the videography from Hodinkee, but what the heck was that shot at 6:20? Great TW, love that he has a Centigraph.

  • @fabianrafaelmanzano
    @fabianrafaelmanzano 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome video! I think my favorite part was 6:20 to 6:28 😉

  • @The_Watch_Mister
    @The_Watch_Mister 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    A “significant private collector,” as opposed to, you know, insignificant ones.

  • @fissionmailed5638
    @fissionmailed5638 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a cool guy I have to say!

  • @gmshadowtraders
    @gmshadowtraders 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    All I want to know is this - does he have the Rolex Explorer "Space Dweller" which was only issued in Japan on a very limited run?

  • @NikonFM2n
    @NikonFM2n 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    The Speedmaster's dial design is not an original Omega design. Check out the Rodania Geometer from the early 50's.

  • @nikkhillacoul
    @nikkhillacoul 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    Anyone know what kind of glasses Mr. Ku is wearing?

  • @timothyjohn9412
    @timothyjohn9412 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I could listen to his robot say PVD over and over again. Would pay a mint to hear him say “ABCPVD” like at the end of Bell Bic Devoe song but like a robot.

  • @Morrison9155
    @Morrison9155 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Literally one of the sickest collections of all time

  • @Lonnie91a
    @Lonnie91a 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    VRF is my favorite forum.

  • @logwind
    @logwind 9 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Dufour. Wow.

  • @joeyalfaro2323
    @joeyalfaro2323 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    You only need one watch. I once loved watch so much I wore it with dead battery. Never could figure out how remove case. Know I can completely tear down watch not sure about putting it back together.

  • @Robstrap
    @Robstrap 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    casually got thousands and thousands worth of watches on the table in a bar

  • @andrewvillanueva4222
    @andrewvillanueva4222 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    hi l have a Rolex submarine gilt dial 1965 original. do you know what its worth? thanks

  • @infinite8586
    @infinite8586 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Holy crap....Dufour!!!

  • @surpakal1996
    @surpakal1996 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Not a problem.

  • @gtferrara
    @gtferrara 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What was the name of the guy who started at Patek and created his own watch company? I couldn't understand

  • @brashearbeer
    @brashearbeer 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi all. New to high end watches. When TAG acquired Heuer in 1985, are all watches post merger label "TAG Heuer" or were some still labeled only "Heuer" before a change occured? If the change came later, does anyone know when?

    • @fungus_am0nguz644
      @fungus_am0nguz644 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +brashearbeer Usually they are labeled "TAG Heuer" except when its a tribute watch or some limited edition. Cant wait for the Autavia reedition in 2017. That one will be labeled "Heuer" ;)

    • @asambi69
      @asambi69 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Stay away from Tag there garbage.

  • @manuelpusong7390
    @manuelpusong7390 8 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I absolutely admire your collection. Just one question on your submariner Mr. Ku, why is the lume on the 6 o'clock green and fresh when the rest looks aged?

    • @peterlontong1434
      @peterlontong1434 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      that the way they design it, 6 o clock is lighter with white metal second hand. this is the original like that, most other don't have this difference.

  • @Goodlar
    @Goodlar 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great ep! Eric sounds like the Joker before he went insane though. The Joker in college or something

  • @amitchell2009
    @amitchell2009 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    That camera work at 6:20. What happened there? Haha

  • @MartyP-lr7vw
    @MartyP-lr7vw 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    WOW !

  • @Tone_Jammer
    @Tone_Jammer 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    That monaco though.....

  • @jonathanfong3033
    @jonathanfong3033 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    I thought the black lord wasn’t pvd because they didn’t have it at that time

  • @maomao180
    @maomao180 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    Is that submariner's dial relumed? The lume plots look thick and uneven.

    • @BIZARR099
      @BIZARR099 9 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm not very good at identifying those kind of things, but given that back then it was hand painted, some unevenness in the pips might be normal? That 6 o'clock marker bothers me so much though! It's a shame. But otherwise a beauty.

  • @Astragoth2
    @Astragoth2 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    HOLY **** A DUFOUR.

  • @sitingliu
    @sitingliu 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    what is happening at min 6:23?

  • @pe4153
    @pe4153 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    How are people able to afford these watches?

  • @jasonbarnwell4680
    @jasonbarnwell4680 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Makes me really sad for the person he practically robbed in the Rolex trade that may have not known what they had

  • @sbsb4995
    @sbsb4995 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    sorry it's not your videos. it's my phone's sound issue.

  • @skyvedder
    @skyvedder 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This aged perfectly. All those watches have increased 3-4 times the value at the time of this.

    • @glennyeah
      @glennyeah 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      "now this might not be the most expensive rolex, but..."
      6536 😵😵

  • @alvinsimable
    @alvinsimable 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ho Eric Koo, Do you collect Vintage rolex trench watch 14 world record Size. 45mn included crown. Big size watch and very rare.

  • @Gordybean
    @Gordybean 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    What does Eric mean by time-only watches?

    • @TimepieceAddict
      @TimepieceAddict 9 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      "Time only" as in only tells time, no complications like date or chronograph.

    • @taeyounglee3380
      @taeyounglee3380 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      No date

  • @TimetoWatch247
    @TimetoWatch247 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    You need a royal oak Eric

  • @kevbonegt
    @kevbonegt ปีที่แล้ว +1

    this is the only good talking watches I've seen

  • @nursultantulyakbay7070
    @nursultantulyakbay7070 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    But does he have a clock radio? Me neither :(

  • @1roadstr
    @1roadstr 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sorry I meant Dufour.

  • @AntonSTomac
    @AntonSTomac 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Was the camera man drunk?

  • @lotsofrobots1
    @lotsofrobots1 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    After watching some other episodes, I'm wondering if this dealer/collector has a Rolex "Blueberry" in his collection?

  • @shaunpearson7905
    @shaunpearson7905 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    6:19 Was it bring your kid to work day for the cameraman. I mean what in the hell.

  • @ianchen9449
    @ianchen9449 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    is this guy canadian?

  • @theofanisspanos6153
    @theofanisspanos6153 ปีที่แล้ว

    Why no subs

  • @ericstevens5433
    @ericstevens5433 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    all he had to do while hes was making the drive to go see the rolex is send the guy like
    $100 deposit vi pay
    pal or something lol

  • @majidm87
    @majidm87 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Fp journe ❤️

  • @SuperReviews4you
    @SuperReviews4you 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This show should be called "Talking watches we know you cant afford"

  • @JibyJab
    @JibyJab 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    All grail watches

  • @tw775
    @tw775 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    the heuer is not a pvd finish, how could a legit vintage watch dealer not know that

    • @ebiedog
      @ebiedog 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I bet he's right

  • @Temperdgrump
    @Temperdgrump 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    This guy is that watch snob on askmen. How do I know? Because when people generalize about a topic, they tend to hit the same points, sort of like reading from ones mental teleprompter. Take for example his conversation on Laurent Ferrier, almost verbatim to how the snob talks about Ferrier. Same points, and same word usage. 1. Patek R&D 2. Renaissance man 3. Racing 4.Finish. Oh and coincidentally this video showcases the Galet, which is also the piece the snob seems to like.

  • @1roadstr
    @1roadstr 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Why is he winding that Ferrier? Ughh!!

    • @jma6412
      @jma6412 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      1roadstr Why not...? I guess he wanted to see it running. What's the problem? He's being gently while handling the watch. Stop being paranoid...

    • @MattLoberstein
      @MattLoberstein 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Well, it’s a manual wind.. That’s what you do

  • @daniele5713
    @daniele5713 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Aperitivi not Apperitivi...Jeez!

  • @medilink12
    @medilink12 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    HIs wrist is way too small for the watch he is wearing. Otherwise a solid interview.