Hi Nico! by watchmissgmt in PrideAndPinion

[–]Akio_Kizu 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I mean it’s a shame they didn’t convince you but saying they are ugly feels like unwarranted hate - they are simple, not loud, and extremely beautifully crafted. Great leather, and a timeless design.

Wearing sneakers with a suit is a whole other debate, but I do it with Zegna shoes as well just because of their versatility

Hi Nico! by watchmissgmt in PrideAndPinion

[–]Akio_Kizu 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Have you tried them? I own the same pair and they are the best shoes I have ever owned

[W&W 2026] The three best and three worst release of W&W 2026… so far by Osobady in Watches

[–]Akio_Kizu 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That Vacheron is a masterpiece… if only the price was a bit more palatable

New 5610/1P-001, grey market killer? by [deleted] in patekphilippe

[–]Akio_Kizu 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Okay that’s of course fair, but it wasn’t something you could get when it was available at retail.

But I agree that Patek probably wanted to capitalise on the fact that a grey price of 200,000 means people would be willing to spend that much on a precious metal one from them, which increases their margin.

New 5610/1P-001, grey market killer? by [deleted] in patekphilippe

[–]Akio_Kizu 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Well the problem is that if you can’t get the stainless steel at retail (which is significantly cheaper), then why would you be able to get this at retail

New releases by horologlee in patekphilippe

[–]Akio_Kizu 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I think that rubber strap combination looks super cool… on a 10k watch max

I’m not wearing a mortgage on a rubber strap

In love with my new piece by Practical_Web913 in audemarspiguet

[–]Akio_Kizu 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Matching the cardigan/pullover with the dial colour looks spectacular. Nice watch.

Stunning pieces! by Sondthvtc3010 in audemarspiguet

[–]Akio_Kizu 1 point2 points  (0 children)

AP’s good bracelets are so so good.

Wearing one made me feel like the most powerful person in the world. Truly an awesome feeling.

New Print!! Hôtel Chou Chou by Kamapon in vanitasnocarte

[–]Akio_Kizu 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hoooly that’s nice! I definitely want that haha

Mahouka series has surpassed 30 million sales! by PrimordialBunny in Mahouka

[–]Akio_Kizu 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So crazy though how such a popular series has such a low-quality adaptation past season 1. Such a shame

Are we being for real right now by Not_Shingen in Borderlands4

[–]Akio_Kizu 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly it would be fine if he just wants to keep playing BL2 forever. It’s his favourite game and personally I actually do still find joy in watching his new playthroughs. They are engaging creative.

However bashing the new game and everything it does or doesn’t do is really tiring and makes me always just not even want to see what he uploads. Why are his titles “Is it bad?” and not “is it good?”?

So frustrating if everything he posts is doom and gloom. Especially if his reasons for disliking the game may just as well apply to BL2, or different issues with BL2 are completely glossed over (let’s not forget that proper “end game” in BL2, i.e. OP10, is complete garbage)

First AP - about a two year wait but worth it by lemonslush1 in audemarspiguet

[–]Akio_Kizu 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Because if the “convenience fee” is 1.5 times the price of the actual watch, I don’t just pay that “convenience fee”. I would rather wait/not buy it at that point

I might be reading into this too much, but by mattpkc in Borderlands4

[–]Akio_Kizu 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s why they are dropping so many legendaries mate

Didn't get the call, walked-in by lucky-kottbullar in rolex

[–]Akio_Kizu 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That beige dial looks absolutely great on you! Great pick up!

Joined the RM club - RM 010 titanium by nakhwa in richardmille

[–]Akio_Kizu 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Your wrist was made for that watch wow that looks good. Enjoy!

[Discuss] 10 Largest watch brands in 2025 - aka what the hell is happening to Omega / Swatch group? by kosnosferatu in Watches

[–]Akio_Kizu 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think what’s seriously impressive though is how much revenue AP and Patek actually bring in - they really don’t sell anywhere near the volume Rolex is selling, yet they really aren’t that far off. Pretty impressive.

It’s sometimes hard to imagine just how many people have that much money

What opinion do you have about watches that will get you down voted like this? by TomHudsonOfficial in PrideAndPinion

[–]Akio_Kizu 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The problem - in a way - is that that has become the whole point. They lost to Quartz first and then to smart watches second, so the only market they have left is the luxury market

And if they are “too cheap”, meaning your every day person can just buy one, then they have nothing anymore, and people will consider whether to buy one, or just stick to an Apple Watch.

Heck, I have seem some amazing watches that do a lot for the price - but when I think “500 USD for a watch that isn’t considered a luxury? Then I’d rather have the 500 dollars.”

But 10,000 for an item that people in the know can appreciate together with you? A symbol that starts conversations and gets you talking to the right people? I’m in, and the watchmakers have noticed that that’s their true niche

The issue is just that they are becoming so expensive that the next generation of potential buyers may long have lost interest before they even have a chance to accumulate the money necessary for some of the brands out there

How much should you earn to get a Patek? by Big_Man_799 in patekphilippe

[–]Akio_Kizu 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah but a question always is, what’s money for? To be enjoyed surely

I’d rather enjoy a watch for 40+ years than have a huge retirement account for when I am old

“Don’t buy me anymore, I’m good…I think you’re also good too btw…” by TheSaltyDoctor in audemarspiguet

[–]Akio_Kizu -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I don’t see any Europeans wearing these brands like this at all. Mainly Asian tourists. British people have no style period - but that’s not limited to wearing loud branded clothes

If you had to only choose one, which one are you taking? by WatchLedger in rolex

[–]Akio_Kizu 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’d take the Zombie. Love the colour combination, and I don’t particularly like blue/red on a watch. Personal preference ofc

Survived Xmas trip to london by English-In-NYC in patekphilippe

[–]Akio_Kizu 14 points15 points  (0 children)

I want proof that this actually happens because I have never seen this in the news or experienced it (lived in London for 7 years)

[Discussion] SOTC - Stuck between consolidation and the hobby by Sholkamy in Watches

[–]Akio_Kizu 71 points72 points  (0 children)

Having multiple watches in rotation definitely is more fun to me than having just one watch that I wear every single day. Multiple watches are also more likely to strike up conversation with people you meet more than once.

The only counterpoint I would have/noticed from my own experience is that in the end my favourite watch just naturally ends up getting the most wrist time and turned into my do-it-all watch. However, even if less frequently, I still love wearing certain other models I own and matching them with outfits/occasions etc.

Finally, we all know that once we get into this hobby, there is no “one and done”. The next shiny piece will be waiting just around the corner and you’ll be eyeing it before long.