"Yuck! Who the f$#k wants a Tudor!". Then goes ahead and buys a Tudor. HAHAAA love it! Gorgeous blue dial on that Hydronaut! Nice vid, love the Shinjuku watch scene.
Used Rolex can be a good bargain in Japan. And since Japanese usually treat their watches quite careful, the used condition of a watch in Japan generally is much better than elsewhere. A very good deal is definitely a Grand Seiko. Their price in Japan is lower than in Europe, for example. But it always depend on your exchange rate!
Nice watch Austin and remember that mans greatest fear is that he will die before his wife and that his wife will then sell his stuff for what he told her he paid for it!
Great video, thanks for sharing. The Yacht-Master platinum dial, for those who care @1:10: the one on the right is the 116622, the latest iteration produced between 2012 and 2016 (blue Parachrom, Oyster clasp, easy link, blue chromalight, solid links in the entire bracelet not just end links, guaranteed superlative chronometer +2/-2 s/d), the one on the left is the 16622 made between 1998 and 2011 with less bells and whistles (although with a shinier dial). Good night to those who fell asleep.
Thanks Austin for the videos you post which includes a mini tour of the present city you're in. I agree, it gets lonely travelling through the city seeing people/strangers going about their business. Its best to travel with friends, which I did last October to visit Fukuoka. BTW, I watched one of your watch videos which featured Fukuoka months before I made my trip. Thanks again.
2008 I was there in Tokyo, it’s a great place full of people around you but I felt I was leaving in a vacuum where I spent alone throughout the day, nobody I could talked to. I felt very lonely & empty. But after all I missed all those things it’s part of my journey.
Jeezzzz, thats an absolutely amazing piece Aus, the purple-ish look alike dial matches perfectly with the silver bezel. A gem in diver watch collection.
It helps to know how to read Japanese, its because the label on the watch tell you whether the watch is new, unworn, or used. And what years was the watch first sold. And whether it has box or paper. I have been to pretty much all watch stores in the Osaka and Tokyo regions. But if you are looking for strictly new Rolex, Don Quijote seems to have the best price. But still have to shop around because each branch have different prices. Avoid super popular tourist area such as shinjuku, namba, shinsaibashi. Try to go to relatively less tourist area such as Umeda in Osaka, and Nakano in Tokyo
The price difference in the Yatchmaster's is becuase the one for 800,000 yen is a 16622, and the 1.1 mil is a 116622....(i.e. the updated version). Lume colour of the new version is different, and the band and clasp are considerably updated...
Hi Austin! Great area for watch shopping! I bought my FF5015 in Shinjuku from housekihiroba... I miss Japan, will have to plan a trip there soon again!
Love that Hulk Rolex, I love that colour of green, another thing I like about Rolex watches they always hold their value even more than some Patek Philippe models
I guess you got conquered by that beautiful blue Tudor, congratulations, for a moment I thought that you came out of that watch store with another Rolex, now we expect a review of that Tudor man...
Hi Austin new Tudor looks beaut,You really can’t go looking at all that treasure and go home empty handed and Tudor and its reputation keep getting better.Wear in good health sir.👍🏻
Great watch. I have the same one only with a black carbon dial. Their only going up in value. The original hydronaut has a design all its own. It's a great alternative to sub.
I bought my 2008 mint newly serviced Rolex Sub for around 450,000 yen about 5 years ago. Ah, the good ole days when Rolex's were still somewhat 'affordable' in Japan.
Great video! You should go to Osaka where bargaining is part of the local tradition and yes, even in the department stores. I have saved BIG on watches in Osaka.
Congrats on the Tudor! And Thanks for the shout out! All the watches you saw, Can you trust they are authentic? Is there a redbar group in Japan? How about I come visit and we go to sumo fights ?!
Thanks! Don't know if there's a Redbar group. I wouldn't be surprised though...there are lots of interest based groups here in Japan. I've never been to see a sumo match, so ya! No question at all about authenticity...these shops know there watches very well. It's always good to see a piece, but I would have no problem buying a watch from just pictures - that's how got all three of my Rolex. The prices could be cheaper, but the shops here are very very honest.
@@watchsymposium Thanks for sharing, Austin. It was an educational video for me that Rolex prices in Tokyo are competitive and authenticity shall not be a question. My question to you: Did you bargain for your new Tudor? Is there a general rule in regards to Bargaining? Thanks.
Looks like there are plenty of Rolleys around.... just have to look around. Hahaha Buddy of mine used to sneak in a a new firearm into the house the same way... until his wife learned to count.
Wish be at Japan and miss Japan badly~ miss the Foods and Shopping~ Hope the COVID-19 pandemic getting well soon... Luckily I still can shop my snack, figures and Japan vintage stuff from hoyoyo Japan Proxy web~
Hi Daniels san , I am living in japan for 5 yeas now , I am a watch collector , hope we can catch one day and visiting watch shop together ....all the best
My videos are pretty Rolex-centric, so my regular viewers are/were not surprised. Hands down, Japan is the best place to buy a Rolex, so it makes more sense than you'd think.
From 4:03 "yuck who the fuck wants a Tudor" "the one on the left is 40mm only one id wear" TO "I bought a 36mm Tudor" HAHAHAHAH Congrats but fuck that was funny
Hi… planning to visit Tokyo during Christmas… where do you think I can get decently priced preowned Cartier or a VC (non overseas) watch ? Is HK a better place to buy ? Pl advice
I've heard HK, but I don't think you can get better watch shopping than in Japan. I actually just made a video related to it: th-cam.com/video/BQbCayM5SI4/w-d-xo.html
Go for the right piece, instead of any particular shop. But the area to be sure to hit is Nakano. There are tons of watch shops in Nakano Broadway: th-cam.com/video/7m6MLpb17XY/w-d-xo.htmlsi=uDPhXIId244wmvs3
@@watchsymposiumyes I saw another video where you have called out - go for the watch else it’s a kid in a candy store experience + a lot confusion :) … I have some time to finalise what do I really need to get - torn between a pre 2000 art deco Cartier tank or a reverse panda zenith .. Rolex date sub is another piece or a Japan only VC ! God … I am all over the place 😂
Every time I see videos like this I want to scream. Batman's everywhere, but at thousands above retail. Rolex needs a kick in the nuts for creating this absurd situation.
It is a sucky situation, but I can't think how they can get out of it. If they keep as is, the bloodsuckers on the grey market will keep at it. I don't think they're keen on seeing this kind of profiteering on the product. BUT if they meet demand, and stamp out the grey market, they risk devaluing the piece, or even the brand as a whole.
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in 2021, these prices look like bargains
"Yuck! Who the f$#k wants a Tudor!". Then goes ahead and buys a Tudor. HAHAAA love it! Gorgeous blue dial on that Hydronaut! Nice vid, love the Shinjuku watch scene.
“I should have told her I was going to a brothel. Really.” Best line ever! 😂 great video.
Agreed. "Who the fuck wants a Tudor?" is runner up.
Used Rolex can be a good bargain in Japan. And since Japanese usually treat their watches quite careful, the used condition of a watch in Japan generally is much better than elsewhere.
A very good deal is definitely a Grand Seiko. Their price in Japan is lower than in Europe, for example. But it always depend on your exchange rate!
wow...good luck with sneaking that one in the house!! Smelling of perfume and cigarettes might have been easier
Wow, those prices :) A lot has happen since then. Going to Tokyo shopping this summer. Watch out Rolex :)
Love your channel, it’s amazing to see just how many great used Rolex watches are available in Japan...
The ultimate hangover watch = Domino's Pizza Rolex 😂
You make me laugh so hard Austin😂😂😂😂😂😂😂I love your channel …
Your message about being a ghost was extremely relatable.
Nice watch Austin and remember that mans greatest fear is that he will die before his wife and that his wife will then sell his stuff for what he told her he paid for it!
Lol, I have to pull my five year old aside and give her the drum!
Great video, thanks for sharing.
The Yacht-Master platinum dial, for those who care @1:10: the one on the right is the 116622, the latest iteration produced between 2012 and 2016 (blue Parachrom, Oyster clasp, easy link, blue chromalight, solid links in the entire bracelet not just end links, guaranteed superlative chronometer +2/-2 s/d), the one on the left is the 16622 made between 1998 and 2011 with less bells and whistles (although with a shinier dial). Good night to those who fell asleep.
Great explanation - thanks for that!
hahaha.. "who the F wants a Tudor" hehehehehee
I was going to post, “You scoff at a Tudor but end up buying an Orient!? Bwahahahahahahaha, but then you tricked me!!! Lol 😂 nice buy
I can't believe I caught a reference to Archie Luxury - I'm watching too many watch videos LOL
Thanks Austin for the videos you post which includes a mini tour of the present city you're in. I agree, it gets lonely travelling through the city seeing people/strangers going about their business. Its best to travel with friends, which I did last October to visit Fukuoka. BTW, I watched one of your watch videos which featured Fukuoka months before I made my trip. Thanks again.
Great - hope it helped a bit! Fukuoka's a fun place to go watch shopping because you can hit everything in a day.
The last part was pain to listen to. You know, in my town with Rolex on your wrist you will never feel alone, with all the friendly pickpockets.
One of your best vids! Hysterics!
2008 I was there in Tokyo, it’s a great place full of people around you but I felt I was leaving in a vacuum where I spent alone throughout the day, nobody I could talked to. I felt very lonely & empty. But after all I missed all those things it’s part of my journey.
I'm really fall in love with Rolex Milgauss
I don't remember this one Austin,enjoyed.
*_Glad you could bring us along..._*
your take on the city - "intense feeling of loneliness" - every time i enter Manhattan...I live in a small community in Bklyn. You got it right.
Jeezzzz, thats an absolutely amazing piece Aus, the purple-ish look alike dial matches perfectly with the silver bezel. A gem in diver watch collection.
Thanks SP!
This video poses the question “who the f**k wears a Tudor?”, and then answers it.
Way way cool. Awesome video. Thanks for sharing. Big love from Detroit.
Thank you!
It helps to know how to read Japanese, its because the label on the watch tell you whether the watch is new, unworn, or used. And what years was the watch first sold. And whether it has box or paper. I have been to pretty much all watch stores in the Osaka and Tokyo regions. But if you are looking for strictly new Rolex, Don Quijote seems to have the best price. But still have to shop around because each branch have different prices. Avoid super popular tourist area such as shinjuku, namba, shinsaibashi. Try to go to relatively less tourist area such as Umeda in Osaka, and Nakano in Tokyo
Good advice here. That one particular piece led me to Shinjuku. Typically, I like Nakano.
Thanks for sharing, I thoroughly enjoyed it!
Looks like my idea of watch collecting heaven, congratulations on your Tudor, love the dial colour 👌🏻
Thanks Jimmy!
Love these types of videos! One of my bucket lists.
refreshing video, now made me go to the pub!
Those small tudor subs were made for my small actual girl wrists!! Love the vid, love seeing watch stock :)
What about a Grand Seiko? I would have thought that was the watch not Rolex.. Rolex can be seen everywhere but not Grand Seiko...
The price difference in the Yatchmaster's is becuase the one for 800,000 yen is a 16622, and the 1.1 mil is a 116622....(i.e. the updated version). Lume colour of the new version is different, and the band and clasp are considerably updated...
Cheers!
"A square watch is probably the last thing i would do ...in life" XDXDXD i am dead i couldnt agree more
Great choice on the Tudor. Beautiful watch
40mm - blue dial - Nice watch!!
Couldnt Bring myself to Purchase a watch last year in Japan, Definitely will be this year.
Great seeing so many Rolex. Can’t believe you bought a Tudor ,but it looks really nice 😎🇬🇧
@Jorn Navarre No, Buying a Tudor is when you cant afford a Rolex but you still think you have one.
Finally rolex watches can be found in toyko
Hi Austin! Great area for watch shopping! I bought my FF5015 in Shinjuku from housekihiroba... I miss Japan, will have to plan a trip there soon again!
Beautiful watch, I’ll drink to it too.
Great selection of timepieces. Congrats!
Thanks Fred!
Love that Hulk Rolex, I love that colour of green, another thing I like about Rolex watches they always hold their value even more than some Patek Philippe models
I guess you got conquered by that beautiful blue Tudor, congratulations, for a moment I thought that you came out of that watch store with another Rolex, now we expect a review of that Tudor man...
"Yuck! Who the fuck wants a Tudor?"
*buys a Tudor*
Nice Tokyo watch shopping.
WOW what a beautiful TUDOR you bought, I also love PLAGUES
Thanks...I think.
Jorn Navarre my fav is black
Tudor - YUCKKKK! LOL ... Go to Park Hyatt Tokyo and celebrate it in style!
Now that's a good idea!
@@watchsymposium drinks at the New York Bar are always a nice way to entertain yourself.
Shiiitttyz! Uv got the best looking watch! I was amazed whn u show ur watch!
Gee, ... I guess we now know where all the steel sports Rolex watches are going. Fuck!
Hi Austin new Tudor looks beaut,You really can’t go looking at all that treasure and go home empty handed and Tudor and its reputation keep getting better.Wear in good health sir.👍🏻
Thank you Paul - much appreciated!
Austin are you around Tokyo this week? I'm a fan of your channel and have a few pieces with me...how bout a coffee?
Is it worth buying a Patek Phillipe watch in Tokyo considering the tax, fees, US Customs, etc?
Yes, it could, depending on the deal and the exchange rate. Also, not having to pay the 10% sales tax here (if you're a tourist) is a bonus.
If i was to purchase a watch, is there an Authorized Dealer to check watch authentication over there? If so, please share its location.
Nicely done vid, buddy!!! Did you hit up the store called BEST while you were there? That store is pretty sweet.
I don't think so...I'll have to check out next time! But honestly, after just three of these shops, I have horological overload.
Nice colour
Great watch. I have the same one only with a black carbon dial. Their only going up in value. The original hydronaut has a design all its own. It's a great alternative to sub.
Couldn't agree more. It's a gem if there ever was one!
I bought my 2008 mint newly serviced Rolex Sub for around 450,000 yen about 5 years ago. Ah, the good ole days when Rolex's were still somewhat 'affordable' in Japan.
Those were the days indeed!
Obscurity is bliss. That's what I felt in Tokyo city center but yeah it can feel overwhelming at times
Hi Austin, can you share the exact street/location in the vid? Hoping to travel soon.. thanks!
Great video! You should go to Osaka where bargaining is part of the local tradition and yes, even in the department stores. I have saved BIG on watches in Osaka.
I'd really like to one of these days!
can you do seiko watches review in japan specially marine masters? thanks!!
Grey dealer. The black dial Daytona is 20K USD after currency conversion
Plus, you wouldn't have to pay a single yen of tax if you're a tourist.
Hi do you know the names of any of these watch shops?
Too bad that I live in the poorest prefecture of Okinawa. There were more Rolexes in one store in your video than in all of Okinawa shops!
Don't be too sad, there is no Rolies/Rolex in my city where I live. No Omega+Rolex that I know of. Only fashion watches+Seiko+Orient+Casio+ etc
C’mon man, you live in a tropical paradise!
2:10 is a sky dweller
Can you include the list of store names?
Perfect Vedio in Tokyo and the Best clocks Big Tank'ss from yf in ytube of Morocco
Thank you!
Good morning, How mutch is a Rolex GMT Master?
Nice watches nice choice u got at end.
Fuck I cant believe while the waiting listing in NZ is like a few years yet the GMTs are just sitting there in Japan!!!
Congrats on the Tudor! And Thanks for the shout out! All the watches you saw, Can you trust they are authentic? Is there a redbar group in Japan? How about I come visit and we go to sumo fights ?!
Thanks!
Don't know if there's a Redbar group. I wouldn't be surprised though...there are lots of interest based groups here in Japan. I've never been to see a sumo match, so ya!
No question at all about authenticity...these shops know there watches very well. It's always good to see a piece, but I would have no problem buying a watch from just pictures - that's how got all three of my Rolex. The prices could be cheaper, but the shops here are very very honest.
@@watchsymposium Thanks for sharing, Austin. It was an educational video for me that Rolex prices in Tokyo are competitive and authenticity shall not be a question.
My question to you: Did you bargain for your new Tudor? Is there a general rule in regards to Bargaining?
Thanks.
Wow, you take fanboy to the next level on this one ;-)
Great video!
Looks like there are plenty of Rolleys around.... just have to look around. Hahaha Buddy of mine used to sneak in a a new firearm into the house the same way... until his wife learned to count.
So that's where they all went LOL
Lol, for real! The Japanese love their Rolex!
Bet that Guinness cost as much as a sub😄😄😄
Nice interesting video and congratulations on the new watch
Thanks you!
Wish be at Japan and miss Japan badly~
miss the Foods and Shopping~
Hope the COVID-19 pandemic getting well soon...
Luckily I still can shop my snack, figures and Japan vintage stuff from hoyoyo Japan Proxy web~
Congratz on the new watch!! Best watch vlog on youtube
Only Breitling, Hublot, Richard Mille, Panerai, Audemars Piguet
Are those the brands you like?
Great video 👍
Thanks!
Hi Daniels san , I am living in japan for 5 yeas now , I am a watch collector , hope we can catch one day and visiting watch shop together ....all the best
Thanks for the message! That sounds good - I'd like to meet people in the Tokyo watch community.
@@watchsymposium onegachimasse , just bought SEIKO SPB 073J1 enamel presage
Nice blue dial on that watch!
*Rolex shopping in Japan. Next up, a video on shopping for Toyota's on your visit to Germany? I was so hoping for some interesting Japanese pieces.
My videos are pretty Rolex-centric, so my regular viewers are/were not surprised. Hands down, Japan is the best place to buy a Rolex, so it makes more sense than you'd think.
Tudor got brought by Rolex.. They are sister companies.
From 4:03 "yuck who the fuck wants a Tudor" "the one on the left is 40mm only one id wear" TO "I bought a 36mm Tudor" HAHAHAHAH Congrats but fuck that was funny
beautiful watch man!
Thanks Brandon!
I also found watch shops like that in Osaka.
What no Grand Seikos?
Love Tudors
Hi… planning to visit Tokyo during Christmas… where do you think I can get decently priced preowned Cartier or a VC (non overseas) watch ? Is HK a better place to buy ? Pl advice
I've heard HK, but I don't think you can get better watch shopping than in Japan. I actually just made a video related to it: th-cam.com/video/BQbCayM5SI4/w-d-xo.html
@@watchsymposiumThank you so much for the response.. kind of you. Can you direct me to where (area / Store) I should look at ?
Go for the right piece, instead of any particular shop. But the area to be sure to hit is Nakano. There are tons of watch shops in Nakano Broadway: th-cam.com/video/7m6MLpb17XY/w-d-xo.htmlsi=uDPhXIId244wmvs3
@@watchsymposiumyes I saw another video where you have called out - go for the watch else it’s a kid in a candy store experience + a lot confusion :) … I have some time to finalise what do I really need to get - torn between a pre 2000 art deco Cartier tank or a reverse panda zenith .. Rolex date sub is another piece or a Japan only VC ! God … I am all over the place 😂
@@watchsymposiumAnd thank you so much for your comments and guidance… grateful
These are a little more expensive in Japan but I bet they're all in the mintiest of mint conditions.
Ya, they have great examples here!
Tudor are the older Rolex mechanism made by Rolex corporation swiss
When it comes to a Tudor, everything is made by Rolex but the movement. The movement in this watch is an ETA 2824-2.
Every time I see videos like this I want to scream. Batman's everywhere, but at thousands above retail. Rolex needs a kick in the nuts for creating this absurd situation.
It is a sucky situation, but I can't think how they can get out of it. If they keep as is, the bloodsuckers on the grey market will keep at it. I don't think they're keen on seeing this kind of profiteering on the product. BUT if they meet demand, and stamp out the grey market, they risk devaluing the piece, or even the brand as a whole.
Is it genuine goods?
Excellent video
Thank you!
amazing vlog
Thanks - I appreciate that!
Those are expensive Parnis watches with a weird crown logo.
Meanwhile, here I am wishing I could get nice basic Casio watches for less than ¥3000.
th-cam.com/video/c-nO-MQV8xw/w-d-xo.html
"Yuck! Who the f#&* wants a Tudor" 4:07
haha He get one for him self dum guy !!!!
Me, hahaha
@Jorn Navarre I love Tudor I'm just quoting Austin from 4:07 in this video - then he bought a Tudor...
Yo, cualquiera que conozca de relojes de calidad y quien considere que los relojes no solamente sirven para dar envidia a los demás.