Yeah and his Uncle was David Z… but he just happened to leave that out… Guy tries to make it seem like he made it from nothing. He had a network from birth lol
The one thing I hate about.. people is the dishonesty that comes with these their stories .. just because you have an opportunity or access to opportunities doesn’t mean you didn’t work hard.. it just annoys my soul..
I can't tell you how long I've waited for this, Ronnie has always kept some serious quality watches on his wrist, for years. So much so that its ads to his lore and his specific sensibilities of quality, simply can not be denied. It's taken him entirely too long to sit down to talk about these sensibilities with regard watches. I'm glad we're here now.
I watched this last week and thought what a great interview. Little did I know this was just a stupid ADVERTISEMENT for the Tag watches. You used to be better than this and more authentic.
@AshBashSneakers oh I do but I guess you don't know authenticity. Hodinkee was a place for real watch collectors not people like you and this cheap subliminal advertisement. But the fact that they have resorted to this and that many significant staff leaving just goes to show the health of this business. Just stay in your lane when you can't see the obvious.
@@JakeGittes84 no doubt. I live in NY and wear rain jackets often. But I would never wear one indoors b/c I couldn't get away w/ it. Ppl don't even question when someone like him does strange things clothing-wise.
21:21 the most intense and confrontational moment in the history of Talking Watches. Ben Clymer is saying VC is of the old money aura, which ain’t you Ronnie! 😂 Btw: Ronnie is an awesome and accomplished person; my hats off to him.
Amazing video, inspiring story by Ronnie, and incredible watches. Great to know that he waits for watches like the rest of us - but he can get the AP CEO on the phone😂😂
Really rooting for Hodinkee to pull through the rough patch they got themselves in with the whole Crown & Caliber thing & growing too much too fast. LOVED Hodinkee when it was a skeleton crew 6 years ago. Hopefully Ben can right the ship. I’m even letting the ads play all the way through so YT has to pay up more 😂
The funny thing about the 222 is that there is one sold for 10k less than the MSRP at my local dealer, GBT in Nyon Switzerland. Its not holding the price.
I was sort of not rich growing up, but was gifted a watch that 99.9999% of kids would never get. Then I worked and things really went well for me. I made promotions, made more money, got into business,. Voila, I obtained Rolexes, Patek's, and then AP's and VC's within 10 years. I celebrated every success with first great watch buys in NY, then Paris, London, Boise, and Katmandu. It was amazing! But I keep to my roots and traditions by collecting $50 sneakers along with my 150K watches. My friends tell me I'm an inspiring person. Why this emptiness?
A true collector? He’s buying the most popular watches on earth. With unlimited money buying every green dial DD and DJ? Not exactly a very interesting collection.
Could someone tell me when "sick" became a positive, as opposed to a negative. It used to be a defined as being unwell or vomiting. I'll tell you this, I would feel pretty sick paying $350 for a Kith baseball cap.
When it comes to products, there are some exceptional ones that change the experience forever, whatever the path of life, furniture, car, pillow, shoes etc. Back in 2016 I bought asics gel v. Since then, I've owned maybe 8 of them. People keep asking, why do I wear the same runners and my answer is genuine, they're the most comfortable I've ever wore so why to change? As my search for these continued, I came across expensive ones with THIS MANS name attached and I wondered who is he. Thanks hodinkee- now, not only i know who he is, I also share he's passion for product, fine product
Idk why everyone is mad about an advertisement. I personally wouldnt have known about the Kith x Tag collab if not for you guys lol. This guys collection is very impressive though. Some classic hype pieces, per usual, but the Tag collection is sick. Same with the Vacheron pieces
I’m with him on the point about integrated straps/bracelets. I think Rolex integrates their bracelets very nicely, good example is the jubilee end links.
Maybe I’m just boring but the sunglasses indoors are really bothering me ngl, mainly because in a lot of the shots at least on my tiny phone screen you can’t see his eyes too well, makes story telling feel less idk genuine
I generally don’t take people seriously when they call dials “faces” or call straps “bands,” but it’s pretty obvious this guy has a real appreciate for his watches and overall great taste.
hodinkee is teetering on verge of bankruptcy. The heating has been cut off to their office. That's why both of these bookyaks are fully buttoned up in outdoor jackets, with baseball caps and scarves INDOORS - in MID APRIL. unblievable...BUT TRUE!
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hahaha turns out to be another advertisement after the announcement of kith heuer collab😅
parents didn't have a lot of money, gets gifted a tag heuer on his 12th birthday
Yeah and his Uncle was David Z… but he just happened to leave that out… Guy tries to make it seem like he made it from nothing. He had a network from birth lol
The one thing I hate about.. people is the dishonesty that comes with these their stories .. just because you have an opportunity or access to opportunities doesn’t mean you didn’t work hard.. it just annoys my soul..
Classic Jew....
The whole thing is fake.
@@GlassPiffJar such a slimy dude. All those stories were fake.
Yup that was a nice ad for the new Kith-TAG collab, it almost looked like it wasn't... almost
"What do you mean a collection like this?" Ronnie had to show him he's still from Queens. Great video :)
😂 he almost had to check Ben right there
Ben meant no ill intent by saying this. Ronnie is just insecure.
😂 - the interviewer was sweating 😅- Ronnie is a Boss
@@Os_-tw4ot hahahahaha so true. You could see Ben thinking Oh damn how do I get out of this one!
timestamp?
So with todays Tag press release we see this vid was all just another Hodinked advert
“Advertorial”
Disgraceful advertising... what has this thing become.... shame
so this was just a commercial then...
As a Vitality member and long time reader of Hodinkee, this video made me very happy.
Vitality bros 🤝
I can't tell you how long I've waited for this, Ronnie has always kept some serious quality watches on his wrist, for years. So much so that its ads to his lore and his specific sensibilities of quality, simply can not be denied. It's taken him entirely too long to sit down to talk about these sensibilities with regard watches. I'm glad we're here now.
Same!! Been waiting for this for a while
Doing flips on it
@@Stankonia1996 you seem to like mine's though
Whenever it’s talking watches of someone if heard of it’s always a win. Thanks Ronnie for showing us your collection
This was excellent.. I love his sneaker collabs and clothing.. didn’t know he was SUCH a big watch guy.
The Vacheron story is so fucking cool.
Love it
that’s an incredible episode. hodinkee, this is what makes you awesome.
Basic channel for basic ppl.
I watched this last week and thought what a great interview. Little did I know this was just a stupid ADVERTISEMENT for the Tag watches. You used to be better than this and more authentic.
It's business man, one day you'll understand
@user-hx8ge2sh3d their ship is sinking and they know it. That's why Jack Forster and others left. But thanks for your condecending comment.
@@RudyVasquez-l8ooh wow you so intelligent
Loooool 2024 and you don’t know how business and promotion works oh wow
@AshBashSneakers oh I do but I guess you don't know authenticity. Hodinkee was a place for real watch collectors not people like you and this cheap subliminal advertisement. But the fact that they have resorted to this and that many significant staff leaving just goes to show the health of this business. Just stay in your lane when you can't see the obvious.
The real question is did LVMH pay for this talking watches or did you do it for free since they are part owner?
I don't understand fashion. Dude's wearing sunglasses and a Patagonia rain jacket...indoors. haha
Pretty sure he's comfortable.
@@JakeGittes84 no doubt. I live in NY and wear rain jackets often. But I would never wear one indoors b/c I couldn't get away w/ it. Ppl don't even question when someone like him does strange things clothing-wise.
@@JakeGittes84or uncomfortable, in a psychological sense.
Spot on 😂😂😂
@@dmccoynywhy worry about what people think / will ask. You do you bro
21:21 the most intense and confrontational moment in the history of Talking Watches. Ben Clymer is saying VC is of the old money aura, which ain’t you Ronnie! 😂 Btw: Ronnie is an awesome and accomplished person; my hats off to him.
I enjoyed that moment 😅some healthy honest awkwardness
Ben didn’t flinch. Good stuff
Ronnie calling the dial a face too lol Ronnies the man!
Ronnie is about Kendall Roy's age and he wears a hat like our number one boy. Plus he is also New York royalty. Of course he is Vacheronista.
@@nuno.maia.p6493lol I love this comparison. They even look somewhat similar, come to think of it.
This is a great collector focused video and I appreciate the way he collects.
Hodinkee and Kith are both hilarious jokes of companies
This is Hodinkee as we know it and love it 🙏🏼
Amazing video, inspiring story by Ronnie, and incredible watches. Great to know that he waits for watches like the rest of us - but he can get the AP CEO on the phone😂😂
I would hate to be APs CEO and have all these rich people call me to get some stuff faster than the other.
Ben dodged that Vacheron question like it was the Matrix!
I gotta say this interview is one of my favorites. What a great collection
Love seeing the thought behind the collection... collecting in sets, and his particularity for integrated straps/bracelets.
Brilliant stuff. I feel exactly the same about the straps and cases.
Same here
Really rooting for Hodinkee to pull through the rough patch they got themselves in with the whole Crown & Caliber thing & growing too much too fast. LOVED Hodinkee when it was a skeleton crew 6 years ago. Hopefully Ben can right the ship. I’m even letting the ads play all the way through so YT has to pay up more 😂
The funny thing about the 222 is that there is one sold for 10k less than the MSRP at my local dealer, GBT in Nyon Switzerland. Its not holding the price.
And doesn't make it any less, incredible watch
You know when Ben is interviewing on Talking Watches it’s going to be a big one
Or they had to fire all the folks who used to do them
Nice! Mike Tyson said Kith was his favorite band
This is what you do best Ben. More of this. Keep up the great work
This was fantastic. Nothing but love for both brands!
Loving the old Tags! Hah. Awesome collection
More style trendsetters please! Like Teddy Santis from ALD, Pharrell who now works w/ LV, Brendon from Noah. So many options big and small
I was sort of not rich growing up, but was gifted a watch that 99.9999% of kids would never get. Then I worked and things really went well for me. I made promotions, made more money, got into business,. Voila, I obtained Rolexes, Patek's, and then AP's and VC's within 10 years. I celebrated every success with first great watch buys in NY, then Paris, London, Boise, and Katmandu. It was amazing! But I keep to my roots and traditions by collecting $50 sneakers along with my 150K watches. My friends tell me I'm an inspiring person. Why this emptiness?
Congratulations on your success brother 🙏
stop the cap mosher
This was fantastic. Slowly seeing a return to form for talking watches and it’s awesome.
Great collection. Love this guy and his story.
Wow. Unreal ep. Love Ronnie. I love how he a true collector (needs everything in every color) and also has been into watches before they were hype.
A true collector? He’s buying the most popular watches on earth. With unlimited money buying every green dial DD and DJ? Not exactly a very interesting collection.
@@mikew4929 For real, it was bland and hype beast
That Vacheron Royal is unbelievable. I’ve never seen that before.
I love when talking watches intersects with founder talk 🔥
A genuine watch collector with excellent taste - in the John Mayer style …….
Brilliant
I wonder if he will buy the new Vacheron with the green dial? It’s stunning. I also didn’t know Vacheron is for senior citizens? LOL
David Z is Ronnie Fieg’s dad, seems like he left out some important details.
Uncle. But yes, I agree a crucial detail lol
LOL. Thanks for pointing that out. Props to his success, but that information was definitely omitted on purpose
Also that he is an Israeli ...
@@HEATSEEKER00 dude what’s with the antisemitism on every reply you have 🤣
@@daniellogansa8101 noticing things is not anti semitism …
This isn’t an ad at all 😶🌫️
My favorite TW so far. KITH X Hodinkee X UNIMATIC. Make it happen!
Excellent episode, man is a cool customer with a great collection!
so sick, this has gotta be one of the coolest episodes of all time much respect to ronnie and his story
Could someone tell me when "sick" became a positive, as opposed to a negative. It used to be a defined as being unwell or vomiting. I'll tell you this, I would feel pretty sick paying $350 for a Kith baseball cap.
Excellent episode, great collector, collection, interview, and production.
Loved this episode, great guy and amazing collection!!
Great episode! Thanks!
Love it when two people I follow meet!
Great episode. I like the way he collects.
Nice, well rounded collection.
Hodinkee should do a Ben's collection video
Amazing Collection!! Was there for the Travis story too, it was a wild night ✨😂. Great video Ben
just another advert now. i want to say i expected more but meh.
This video was the most enjoyable yet - well done! And wow, what a collection ...
My first time seeing Ronnie. Going to get into more of his ventures. Seems like a really cool guy
He’s planning for rain.
Good episode.
Ben is unlocking his inner Dandy.
White skinny jeans and a bright patterned ascot. Might be fine in the middle of summer on the coast but not in the city lol
@@michaelh8854 He looks ridiculous.
@@christianellopmyes
What a treat ! A lazy Tag Heuer from the 80s is back… 😂
Great vid hodinkee more of this
I’ve been saying the same thing about only being interested in watches with integrated bracelets/straps!!
Ben must have been smitten when Ronnie said his dream car is the M1 (Ben has one in a gorgeous dark blue).
The way these two are dressed is like some SNL episode
The gayest dudes I know wouldn’t wear that scarf Ben has on.
Good episode guys 🐉
Ronnie is the goat. Can’t wait to watch!
Cool through and through.
Cool episode. I’m a bit surprised at the build quality of that Vacheron.
When it comes to products, there are some exceptional ones that change the experience forever, whatever the path of life, furniture, car, pillow, shoes etc. Back in 2016 I bought asics gel v. Since then, I've owned maybe 8 of them. People keep asking, why do I wear the same runners and my answer is genuine, they're the most comfortable I've ever wore so why to change? As my search for these continued, I came across expensive ones with THIS MANS name attached and I wondered who is he. Thanks hodinkee- now, not only i know who he is, I also share he's passion for product, fine product
One of the best Hodinkee Videos for me!! Thank you!
His reaction on "collections like this" 🤣
The guy knows deep down his collection is like his own brand
Idk why everyone is mad about an advertisement. I personally wouldnt have known about the Kith x Tag collab if not for you guys lol. This guys collection is very impressive though. Some classic hype pieces, per usual, but the Tag collection is sick. Same with the Vacheron pieces
21:20 was making sure he wasn't calling him a hypebeast hahah
He brought some real heat.
Great conversation !
Legend of life 🎉
salute your productivity Hodinkee
Please keep Ben in all Talking Watches in future. The quality of the content is so much better.
Ahh a new talking watches. Let's see the same Rolex Audemars Piguets and Patek Philippes
Interview a car collector and see Lamborghini, Ferrari, and Porsches. So what? Are you a watch snob?
“We didn’t have much money growing up …”
Gets bought a Tag Heuer for 12th birthday 😅
Great episode
I’m with him on the point about integrated straps/bracelets. I think Rolex integrates their bracelets very nicely, good example is the jubilee end links.
Ben saved the "collection like this" comment haha
Maybe I’m just boring but the sunglasses indoors are really bothering me ngl, mainly because in a lot of the shots at least on my tiny phone screen you can’t see his eyes too well, makes story telling feel less idk genuine
I generally don’t take people seriously when they call dials “faces” or call straps “bands,” but it’s pretty obvious this guy has a real appreciate for his watches and overall great taste.
1500 bucks for a plastic quartz watch is hilarious
Good guest.
Great stuff!
If you know ronie then you best believe a kith watch colab is coming.
Sounds like it’s gonna be a collab with Tag. I love Kith collabs but I’m not buying a Tag lol
What sunglasses is Ronnie wearing ?
The first half of this video felt like a commercial for Kith. Once they got to the watches it was pretty good.
Awesome video! Please tell me there is a KITH/Hodinkee Collab coming soon ❤
I knew Ronnie have some crazy watches and glad no RM’s in sight.
hodinkee is teetering on verge of bankruptcy. The heating has been cut off to their office. That's why both of these bookyaks are fully buttoned up in outdoor jackets, with baseball caps and scarves INDOORS - in MID APRIL. unblievable...BUT TRUE!
Great “old school”, by that I mean with Ben, episode!
Awesome episode. Ronnie is the man 😎
Oh wow cool, Rolex and Patek! Super original!
This was great
That's a precious scarf Ben.
Double ad 1 min into the video 🙄 cmon man what are we doing?! Great episode.
that he calls it presidential ,really shows his culture …and passion
Love the VCs and the Aquanauts...