Bill Gates‘ Surprisingly Affordable Watch Collection Gains attention
Jakarta –
The concept of “old money” isn’t about flashy displays of wealth, but rather an understated elegance that transcends price tags. charisma and style, it seems, aren’t dependent on expensive accessories.
Bill Gates is a prime example. The Microsoft founder has been garnering praise online for his choice of timepieces – specifically, his collection of Casio watches. He’s been spotted wearing models that retail for as little as USD 22 (around Rp.373,000).
Instagram account @luxury.spotters recently identified three Casio watches frequently worn by the philanthropist. The combined cost of the three is remarkably affordable,potentially appealing to collectors and casual fans alike.
Here’s a breakdown of Gates’ Casio collection, ranked by price (as of January 22, 2024):
* Casio Duro Black ‘MDV106-1A’ – USD 70 (approximately IDR 1,100,000 – exchange rates fluctuate)
* Casio Standard ‘MRW-200H-1B2V’ – USD 32 (approximately IDR 500,000 – exchange rates fluctuate)
* Casio Illuminator Sports ‘W214H-1AV’ – USD 22 (approximately IDR 350,000 – exchange rates fluctuate)
Total value: USD 124 (approximately IDR 2,000,000 – exchange rates fluctuate)
“@luxury.spotters” aptly described the collection as “Simple, durable and functional – just like the man himself.”
The post quickly went viral, racking up over 46,000 likes and 1,400 comments, sparking a range of reactions.
Comments included:
* “@djspeednwa” praised, “He understands the mission 👏🏾”
* “@convincingstoryteller” joked, “If he realy becomes a watch fan and starts collecting, he could easily spend a billion 😂”
* Some commenters expressed cynicism, with one writing, “Have you seen the house? The yacht? Stop with this simple watch…”
* Others playfully lamented their own financial situations,like the user who wrote,”I have the same watch,but not the money😀😀😀😀.”
* A few simply stated their disinterest: “WE don’t care.”
Do you own one of the same Casio watches as Bill Gates? Share your purchase experience in the comments!
(Source: Various – see below)
sources Used for Verification & Updates (as of January 22,2024):
* GQ: https://www.gq.com/style/accessories/a45514491/bill-gates-casio-watch/
* Casio Website: (Used to verify model names and current pricing – prices vary by retailer and location) https://www.casio.com/
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