Except these are high quality products that are often handcrafted and meant to be used and worn, they age very well especially the leather goods. Most hypebeast stuff is just printed logos/graphics, some have unique and interesting silhouettes but most of these brands use cheap material and don't age well, a lot of the kids who buy hypebeast don't know anything about style or fashion but are just in it to flex and hide their insecurities with expensive clothing.
Really important: a good quality mattress. You spend 1/3rd of your life in bed, and a bad bed could cause back problems and wont help you sleep as well as you could. So buy a good quality bed/mattress.
Cannot agree more though i personally cannot stand a western style marshmallow mattress and opt for a traditional Japanese Futon. I got used to them as a kid and when i got back to the states i found quickly i slept better on the floor than i did on a mattress. Day i took deliver of my first Futon as well Tatami mats to go under it was literally the last nail for western style mattresses for me..
I had the same mattress for over a decade. I aged as so did it and didn’t really think about it until I was at a stop light complaining about back pains and there was a mattress store in front of me.
Things that have been worth it in my life 1. Good belt - I have one that has been a daily user for 14 years 2. Good Gym - You need to stay in shape for your mental and physical health 3. Good cast iron cookware. - Buy once, buy for life 4. A good mattress - You spend almost a third of your life here, and generally you only buy one once, ever, in your adult life. 5. A high quality mountain bike, bike shoes, pedals, and bike rack - Some money is just spending on your hobbies. A bike shop bike is way different than a Walmart bike.
@@moorshound3243 As far as knives go, don't spend a whole lot. You can spend hundreds on a knife, but you shouldn't. In the kitchen, a Victorinox 10" chef knife is $43 on Amazon. Pocket knives from the army surplus store have served me well. Guns are always expensive but longer barrels help reduce recoil. If you want to save some money, learn to pack your own ammo.
Mattresses should probably be replaced more often, perhaps not every 10 years as some say, but not much longer. You will notice the difference, even with quality mattresses. I'm almost 40, and will be looking at buying a replacement for the one I bought when I moved into this place about 12 years ago in the next few years.
@pragmaticskeptic that's not that many. I noticed quite the difference, and something I didn't expect, the old mattress weighing much more, from all the dust and skin flakes that accumulated in them. I'm not even going to mention the many stains it had. I slept a lot better after changing.
Ppl wear smartwatches now... the pick depends on the features... the expense too would depend on the features.... I presume that's beside the generic topic here... This is what a human thinks n thus is as subjective as can be... one needn't abuse me if one doesn't concur with the aforementioned.. m jus saying... m not obtruding my point of view
im on a rotary rose gold windsor because i'm a fan of the blue hands, i don't wear one for sports because being an ice hockey goalie is hard enough :') formal though its a rolex datejust 36 because it goes with literally everything being twotone
couldn't agree more. however, i'm sure the breadth and depth of the watch market played into it - fashion evolves so seriously in watches. a dress watch should never go out of style, but modern fashion says a diver or a field watch is perfectly fine to wear with a suit. then you get into materials, movements, etc. finally, get into brands and country of origin and you have an all-out war on your hands. maybe he just wanted to avoid yet another battle over whether a seiko qualifies as a quality watch. :-D
Again, don't understand the hate. All fashion channels specializes in dressing a certain way, casual to formal and everything in between. This guy just has a channel for others who dress like him. If you are put off by him, you aren't the target audience.
@@pheasantpluckersson2138 This whole thing is not about rich people, but about stylish people. There may be an overlap, but not necessarily, and not in tech, which is a shame. I know no lawyer who pays less than 40 Dollars for his socks.
I really like the idea of dividing how much an item costs and how many days you will be able to use it so you can know if it is really worth it. I really liked the video!!
I bought a leather duffle/weekender in Buenos Aires over 20 years ago, and it is still going strong. In fact, I have made several multi-week trips with it as my only luggage. Good leather in Argentine was very cheap; there's a huge beef industry and hence lots of leather produced. I paid less than $300 after some haggling about CC payment.
A good toilet paper. It only gets better with time and develops a platina as you use it which is unique to you. You can even hand it down to your children or grandchildren.
actually, its worth it investing in some high quality reusable toilet paper. it's for everyone, and by making your children hand wash their premium toilet paper, you'll teach them to be responsible
Vimes boots theory. A poorer person could only buy cheap junk that falls apart in one year, while a richer person can afford products that last decades
Leather weekender - I had one myself. Got it on clearance and paid a fraction of the price. That thing has literally travelled around the world with me. These days it outlived it usefulness. When I travel now, I'm taking more things than will fit in an weekender. But in my younger days, it was the way to go. Can't disagree at all with the guy. Socks - I still prefer cotton socks over silk, cashmere, or wool. Personal preference. But boot socks give extra cushion and are the way to go if you are putting some miles on your feet while travelling. Overcoat - I haven't worn one in years. But they only really serve a purpose if in wet environments with low humidity. Most overcoats can be replaced with umbrellas without the nuisance of carrying a large coat around when not needed for wear. I would only bother with a overcoat if I was wearing a suit. Gloves - I have nice gloves at home. In the vehicle and in my day pack. if the weather changes on short notice you will be very happy you had them on you. Cufflinks - I have never owned a dress shirt that required them. Although I admit there have been times in the past when I have considered going that route. Nice suggestion on the OP's part regarding the types of cufflinks to acquire. Pinky ring. I'm a bit perplexed by this. The only people still wearing pinky rings are, athletes, performers, and godfathers or mob bosses. I can't claim to know many high value men, but the few I do know don't wear pinky rings. They don't wear any rings other than a wedding band. Fountain pen - A status symbol for sure. I don't own one myself but had considered it back in my college days. These days, I just carry a standard pen with me and it hardly sees any use. Writing on paper is slowly becoming a dead art unfortunately. And other than signing your name on the bill for payment with your meals, you probably won't have another regular use for one. Goodyear welted shoes - I have never been in a suit long enough to justify one of these expenses. Belts - Every man should own more than one belt just like every man should own more than one tie. Just saying. I go with a braided belt. And with things like holster clips for cell phones, the leather starts to give in probably less than six months. I'd suggest a high end belt only if you are going to put any holsters or devices on it to wear it out prematurely. Camera - I have to disagree with this. A high end camera is just a pain in the $%% to carry around. If you have an event that you want professional pictures of, hire the professional. Let him or her carry that camera and equipment around. Wallet - I have to disagree with this as well. Cheap is better. I've got different wallets for different things. I have the micro wallet for minimal carry that just slides in the front pocket. I have the bill fold wallet that is longer and intended to be in the interior pocket of a sports jacket or suit. And I have a tri-fold which is carried in the back pocket. I replace the tri-fold about once a year. The other two - they last a life time regardless of quality. And women look at what you have in the wallet, not necessarily the wallet itself. But women will look at each other's purses and not the contents of the purse. Figure that one out why don't you. Honorable mention not mentioned. Watches. Regular wrist watch and a pocket watch. I have both. Women notice both. They also notice if you go cheap with either or. There is just something about a status of a man who asked for the time doesn't have to pull out his cell phone to tell you. Women notice this sort of thing and expect women to ask if they really want to see what type of watch you are wearing or as an ice breaker.
1.) A good laptop. I hate slow computers 2.) Home theater speakers if you love music, and who doesn't 3.) Good cookware 4.) A watch you can pass on to your children. The value is sentimental. It may be the only thing my father gave me that'll be passed on to my children. 5.) A good education in something that pays well or has emotional value 6.) Lexus cars. They last forever and cost less to fix than German cars. 7.) A comfortable mattress 8.) Double edged razor shaving kit
I disagree on Lexus. It's like saying buy the Casio and pass it along to your children because it will run forever.... lexus is not in the same league as the german cars.
Save money on toilet paper by going at work, restaurants, and upscale grocery stores. The extra money can be saved for a pair of $650 peccary leather gloves.
My list: a good musical instrument (I've had my Gibson for 10 years and it sounds better with age), a good set of handtools (will save you heartache and trips to the store plus impress your lady when you fix something), a good set of kitchen knives (safer, less sharpening), a nice autowinding watch (I've had my skeleton watch for 15 years and still get compliments on it, no batteries), and a quality pillow (better night's rest, won't flatten out)
Every item he recommends, he explains why - what qualities they have - that are worth the extra expense. Durability is one of them. Moreover, he's happy to buy quality secondhand.
Here's my take on expensive items: If you use something daily or at least regularly pay extra for quality, if you only use something every now and then get decent (but not low) quality.
i too was waiting for the watch. When he didnt mention it the closer he got to 12, i said, "this is definitely NOT the maven of style and all things gentlemanly." Watch should actually be the FIRST item on the list. There's no chance you;re gonna show me a well deressed, stylish man that is not wearing a watch. And the reason why he doesnt mention the watch? Because he prolly doesnt sell any at Fort Belvedreary!
Corey Barker are we supposed to believe a 110 year old has the physical and mental capabilities to operate a electronic device go to youtube find this video and comment
I'm obsessed with my leather bag. Watching the leather soften and develop a gorgeous patina is delightful. It was still less expensive than many premium bags of synthetic materials, and has held up so much better.
I am with you on that one. My leather bag gets so many compliments, and like you I love the aging process. I use a neutral shoe cream to feed, shine and soften it. Apart from my debit card I carry nothing in my pockets. That's another plus!
I agree, I had a friend who is a leather craftswoman made me a bag.twenty years ago and it’s still as strong and attractive as ever . I was able to choose the leather, the colour and tell her exactly what I needed to use it for and she created something perfect for my needs .all at a cost that was very reasonable. Plus I was able to contribute to someone who is an artisan and independent maker like myself. Possibly the best way to buy something instead of going to a big store and buying generic style that is overpriced . This money went straight into the makers pocket !
THIS! This was the first thing that came to my mind. I am a longtime slouch who actually did "Mensendieck" physiotherapy solely for my posture. Instead of hiring a professional model I agree with suggesting to literally invest into a good posture with physical therapy.
I really don't know why this guy gets hate on this video, he seems like a very nice guy. And gives advice about stuff he likes and I would assume the peole watching this video like too.
He lives in another world. That might be why people react the way they do. Most people have ordinary jobs. You cant walk around like this If you work in the mine or at McDonalds. And how many people can afford a suitcase for a 1000 dollars? And sometimes you may wonder If guys like him have any other interests save walking around in town looking well dressed.
When I was 20 I bought a 1950's worsted wool suit from a vintage shop. Best suit I ever had, no matter the season. Shoes were italian leather that I bought dirt cheap from an old shoe store. Haven't been in style since. One thing worth investing in is exercise so you can continue looking good in those clothes. I suppose having decent clothes might be motivation.
I don't think the camera is a wise investment. Yes, they produce significantly better photos than a phone, but it's a law of diminishing return. You can get better photos on a $600 entry level camera, anything beyond that seems like overkill for normal people who will only use it to document trips and such. Beyond that, the skill to use a $5,000+ camera is something that takes a lot of time to develop. Realistically, someone could get an entry level DSLR for ~$600 and that will service them fine. Then they can upgrade from there if they want better quality, but investing thousands of dollars into a specialized piece of equipment seems like irresponsible advice to give to a generalized audience.
“I would recommend investing in a genuine, quality FN SCAR. The FN SCAR L or FN Special Operations Forces Combat Assault Rifle chambered in 5.56 NATO for the SCAR 16 or “Light” and chambered in 7.62 for the 16 or “heavy”.”
A true gentleman is not measured by how he dress, but how he acts towards people and how well he respect others. This video is just a hype beast in the 1940's
I love spending just in top products in some stuff: -My Presciption eyeglasses (they are just the one I will use the most) -Headphones & personal speaker (Bose or Senheiser) -My laptop & Mouse -My Bicycle (OK....I agree its not worthy, unless you are competing) -Your commuter vehicle (You may spend lots of hours a year inside) -Your office chair (Also you may spend lots of hours a year there) -Your bed (again...third of your life will be there)
You missed the point of an expensive item. In most cases the more expensive item will last a lot longer than a cheaper one, will be unique, and cost per usage is less than a cheap item that has to be purchased again and again! It really has nothing to do with people judging you!
@@rosssmith9870 Well, with that attitude, you could die tomorrow, so what's the use of having anything that is of quality? Just always assume the worst will happen and your life with be pretty darn plain and boring.
@@user-js2dr9gv1u People would have beaten him up for his lunch money in the 19th century as well. people dont get it...he's a DANDY. only a specific group was like this in the past.
majikdragon Funny, because imo it's the complete opposite. $1000 for a bag? Wtf are you a woman? On the other hand a quality pair of pure wool socks is NECESSARY for any man wearing a pair of boots for work.
This guy looks like he is more worried about chipping a nail than knowing how to be a man and changing it. Hand him something made out of carbide or HSS and he would scream like a little girl.
I would slightly disagree with the wallet, bag and belt. I have had all three made by a local craftsman to my specifications for a fraction of the costs you quote. My belt is going on 15 years of daily wear and with care looks perfect. Custom made is generally equal or superior quality to a brand name at a lesser cost.
Unfortunately, what he promotes is fashion-brand oriented meaning there will always be a rather significant markup relative to the quality of the product. Luckily with the internet, it really isn't too hard to find superior products for substantially lower costs.
It depends what you mean by superior. Most people don't want to find a leather worker to make a custom belt to the best saddlery standards. They just want to click and buy.
With me I have that one expensive item just to tell myself I worked hard for it one pair of expensive shoes one expensive belt and one expensive coat everything else just be regular priced items
Gavin Brien price may depend on where you live. There are places where everything Sven mentioned could be purchased for half of the price he said. My Casio watch cost only $40 or so in Hungary twelve years ago. Even back then, it would have been at least double that price in Germany or USA. My point is, in a 'low-cost' country you'd get the same quality for a lower price.
If it’s money your looking to gain but some things value will have more of an family heirloom and might take generations to accrue value provided they are cared for, I think the guy is making the point at least for me is that if you buy quality and wear it (I’m not talking about the ostentatious bling stuff) then it makes you feel good because it looks good like a made to measure suit . Own several pairs of handmade shoes that I’ve had for 30+ years they get R.E.-soled when needed and wear well there aren’t many brands you can do that with nowadays yet you’ll pay top dollar for them and when the soles have worn through your stuffed I guess it all comes down to personal choice.
@@dickiedollop but you don't get it. If you buy shoes that last 30 years then they will be horribly out of style and old fashioned. Sometimes things should be retired before they break.
I got a vintage Hugo Boss overcoat. Beautiful stitching and very warm and comfortable, with silver fittings. I get dirty looks whenever I pass a synagogue though, wonder what that's about?
I tend to agree that quality lasts longer, but not with socks. I have bought some socks of approx. €30, and wore them out in less then a year. Yes, cheap socks will wear out, too, perhaps even a little faster, but €10-20 per pair is my go to now, perfectly balancing quality and price.
Totally agree. I have some fancy Pantherella socks, and they're really nice, but it's not like they last any longer than cheaper socks. Socks are fundamentally consumable garments. Honestly, normal socks in discreet solids (navy, charcoal, brown) are plenty for looking and feeling good in classic tailoring. They're not trivially cheap if you get an over-the-calf format in merino wool or a similar good material - but yep, such socks at ~$15 per pair are readily available online. For grown-up casual looks, I like some of the colorful patterned Pantherella cotton socks. Many designers of "fun socks" go too loud in their colors and patterns to be tasteful unless you're quite young. Pantherella's designs are nice. Sometimes you can get them on clearance, as for Christmas-themed socks that offer color schemes that are useful year-round, but which by mid-winter the maker is trying to get rid of.
vintage Bulova with a solid gold case. Something from the 50's or 60's. Accurate, inexpensive (comparitively) and quality from one of the great watch manufacturers of the era. They had terrific automatic movements, and was the first with the unbreakable mainspring.
As I am found of traditional wet shaving, I get a huge pleasure out of an excellent straight razor and a silvertip badger brush. Interestingly old new stock seems to be the best option for me with straight razors. Mainly as the 8/8 (big blades) are not that much produced anymore. My favorite razor that I regularly save with was produced somewhere around 1863 .... as a bagger brush i can endorse the company Thäter which produce shaving brushes since 1913 But be warned, straight razors can be a rabbit hole as men's fashion can be. Nice greetings to you all, from Hamburg, Germany. Yours Frank
Yesss 🥰 I got a plastic-handled 5/8 basic DOVO in 2006, with a $50 check I received as a college graduation gift. I upgraded it to a 6/8 Hart Steel razor with hardwood handle in 2016. My original Vulfix 2234 badger-hair brush is still going strong - 17 years old at the time of writing. Good shaving tools are wonderfully economical ways to enjoy some luxury.
@@ramanshah7627 oh great, I think a good straight is also great for the environment. Also a manly kind of mindfullness 😅. Greetings from Hamburg, Germany
I recently bought a brown tweed suit from a thrift store for $32, after doing some research i learned it would have been worth around $300 when bought new. Its not a suit i wear regular but it is easily my highest quality dress wear.
I am sorry to point this out, but your estimate cost of these quality products are way out of this world. Many of these products can be divided by 5 and still be of great quality. Do not confuse quality with high-end or superior. Next time you suggest a price, please do some research as I believe you have not in this case. Other than that, great video!
Welcome to the 80 / 20 rule. Of course, you can find a duffle bag for under $1000 retail, but if you use a leather that costs 10 times as much, it won't give you 10 times the quality increase. To suggest we don't do our research makes me just laugh because obviously you don't know our channel. Research is our middlename and we know clothing and accessories and the different qualities like the back of our hand. Which leads me to believe you have not done your research or your defintion of quality is different than ours.
@@ghostshrike another person that actually doesn't know about the subject he's talking about. Being a gentleman hasn't to do with being "gentle" but more so being truthful, honest, direct and confident and firm in your believes/opinions
I agree with you on this one. All I heard from th montblanc fountain pen is that it is overpriced and breaks easily. A kaweco al sport is better since it is made of metal, and is more stylish in my opinion.
I picked a wallet at one of the best men's shops in New York last month and instead of costing me $400 I discovered it contained $1,257. Luckily nobody called the cops till I was several blocks away.
He is regularly criticized about his view on watches. He has publicly stated that he does not like them. Ironic given that he should be shilling pocket watches on a nice patina'd chain. Still blows my mind at the cost of the items he puts out there.
Cuff links have been around about 250 years before the first watch was even invented. I see that, the pinky ring though, not so much that’s not something most men today will wear.
I just got my first overcoat at a consignment store the other day for $265. Very gently used. Handmade in Scotland. Great quality wool/cashmere blend worth easily $1,100 according to my findings. I'd say that I got a pretty good deal. It also looks really stylish (In my opinion).
When I was on holiday in Ireland years ago we stopped by a place that tailors the coats, jackets and everything else themselves after the customer's measurements. It was the highest quality Irish Wool and they made us a price of about 400€ per coat including shipping to Germany. None of us took one (which my dad regrets a little) but for me, I was 16 at the time I believe, so still growing, for my mom, she just didn't like such coats and my dad, well at the time he told him self "nah, when am I gonna wear it" but as I said already, he regrets it a little, now. Anyways, my point is: You don't need to spend 1k or more on a quality coat. You just need to know where to get it. Just because something is expensive it doesn't mean it's high quality.
So you are saying that if I go into a store and I ask fot advice from a shop assistant who knows what their doing, I shouldn't take that advice because the shop assistant's job is to sell someting for me?
@Chad true, but I also met ones who told me the truth, for example, that the more expensive something is actually worse and i bought the less expensive one. So you do make a good point, you have to watch out.
As a professional photographer I am surprised you didn't recommend Leica. Nikon or Canon, even though they take equally colorful and sharp images, they just don't shout "high end" and go way down in value even after a few years. Leica, especially vintage ones, hold their value a lot better and longer. Hasselblad is just overkill unless you're a pro and need it.
i've had to brandish my firearm once and the guy ran away. If someone is willing to get into a full blown gun fight with you then you're better off hauling ass because that man has absolutely nothing to lose in life.
Dominic D judging by the fact that you said a 1911 or a glock you dont seem to know very much about firearms..the new glocks are garbage in comparison to sig's cz's beretta's and hell any other modern striker/hammer fired handgun for that matter..the gen 1&2 g19's are the only glock worth buying IMO.. glocks were the shit in the 80s and 90s but they've never changed anything and are quite frankly ugly as hell yes theyre reliable but theyre also outdated..the 1911 while being one of my favorite handguns only holds 7+1 so at best you get 2 more rounds than you would with a revolver and the .45acp round is complete ass when needed for hard barrier penetration (auto glass, wood, or thin metal sign, etc.). .40 s&w or 10mm is w.o a doubt the best option for carry in my personal opinion..i use 2 different kinds of ammo in the same magazine in my .40 underwood ultimate defender and G2 research's RIP round. Both are roughly $40 each for a box of 20.i feel bad for the crack head that tries to rob me lol..not really.. because id rather be prepared for ANYTHING not just prepared for a face to face violent encounter..
it goes without saying that you shouldnt buy a mont blanc if youre not filthy rich. he is filthy rich, makes videos for othr wealthy men, probably lives in a nice house and he likes his pen. nothing wrong with that
I do a fair bit of leatherwork as a hobby, and I've found over the years some of the expensive items on this list can be handmade for a fraction of their store coast. A leather weekend bag is simple to make, and striking. Same with belts and wallets.
Yes exactly right. I asked a talented craftswoman leather worker friend to make me a bag twenty yesrs ago and it’s still beautiful and functional .i could choose my own leather , colour and even contributed to its design but perhaps something that I valued was also was putting the money into the pockets of an artisan and not a corporation , keeping craftsmanship and independent makers skills and profession alive and well. The cost was also far less but the quality far higher than a high street store , even the high end ones . As an independent artist and maker myself it’s so important to commission independent craftspeople particularly now in times when we are all trying to use less and waste less .its also not that difficult to do or find someone .the satisfaction of carrying something of great quality, individually made and designed is very high . If I can ever go to an individual craftsperson I will whether it’s for a woolen pullover , a belt , even clothes . They rarely prove to be more expensive than a stores bought item in even the mid term .
I love this channel, but the first item, the weekender bag, looks like a giant skin off of a cockroach. The color is a perfect match. And any seasoned traveler knows that the straps should go all the way down and around the bag and back up again. Anything less than that and they will eventually rip where they are sewn onto the bag.
I've been meaning to get a canvas or leather messenger but never find one in a reasonable price bracket, as far as carryon bags and such I have a military duffle or a other holdall, expensive bags left out of sight on a coach or plane luggage I'd be more afraid of an expensive looking bag being stollen than an unassuming duffle
@@phantommagnolia You need to be earning $500k to a million a year to spend like he does. Oh, and a low IQ as well. Nearly all the products recommended do not provide extra value over cheaper counterparts.
@@phantommagnolia he is right though. unless you want to live like all the other middle class morons who could easily be rich if they wasn't trying to keep up with the jones.
@@professionalpotato4764 not even Close. 100k are easily enough to buy these things. Just don't spend 90% of your income on everyday living. I am a student and i Put around 150 bucks per month into savings for expensive clothes
I really must say that of I spend $40, I have more than one pair but I have learned the lesson on cheap poor quality socks that ride down in my shoes and some people may know that this is so uncomfortable - constantly pulling your socks up as you walk or move around during the day. ( They will ride from mid calf to heel).
Not since Sandybridge k chips. Now seven years old and still the best bang for the buck, longest lasting series cpu's that we've ever seen. Rockin' a 2600k now since 2011.
perdition79 I saw that documentary lol. I bet he thinks they’re the best just because of what they wear 💀😂 “he doesn’t have a house, but this nice suit is unique and one of a kind vintage”
It is a kind of crossover word. He is a native German speaker and in German the word for leather is Leder pronounced lay-der such that ‘ledder’ is somehow in-between. Great channel btw!
For those of us who work for a living doing dirty roughneck work, you just can't beat a Carhartt raincoat. I spent $140 on a Carhartt hi-viz raincoat. It looks good, and keeps me dry, both from the rain, and the sweat that builds up under cheap plastic raincoats.
Very true.. I enjoy using fountain pens and have found that any pen that's around 80 dollars will last you a long time, and even some 30-50 dollar ones can do the job. The mont blanc one is maybe a bit excessive...
Joseph Soto I recommend the Fisher space pen. It was designed in partnership with NASA for the Apollo missions. It was the first pen on the moon, writes upside down, looks really cool, great history and back story, and will only set you back about $30 on Amazon.
@@gazebo9730 These days it is difficult not to as good quality items in this vein are not in high demand as social standards have fallen so low. Just read alot of the negative commentary here, jeans and a t-shirt as daily wear stopped when i was a teenager as well it should have. Rarely is the case as many oddly find dressing well as a threat to their masculinity so yes, you are going to be putting out a serious amount of money. Just prioritize and manage your money wisely and it truly is not painful as a decade later with your purchases still not only usable//wearable but in good as they day you bought it condition you will find that you saved literally thousands not having to replace cheaper low end items constantly. For example i still over 20 years later have and wear my first pair of bespoke shoes i ever had made for myself, there is truly not much you can say that about anymore especially footwear. Now at the time it seemed like i was truly spending a great deal of money though decades later, i have in reality saved far more than i spent to get true quality instead of going on the cheap and thinking it was good enough, or dressing like i just do not care and endlessly having to replace over-priced low quality clothing just because it had some brand name splattered all over it. The investment is worth it as well it will always pay for itself and then some with time, leaving you with more money to get out and do the things you want to do. My hobbies are generally expensive though hey, i can afford them even though i am currently in my 2nd run through the University racket. Talk about an investment, changing careers is most assuredly NOT cheap...
I mean yes. Half the point of dressing well is to prove you’re not poor. Want to look really good? It helps to not be poor. What is really attractive in a man? Not being poor.
he's made countless videos on balling on a budget. if you dont have the cash, you dont need cufflinks theyre a novelty item either way. he's said many times that if you wanna dress like a gentleman for an affordable price you can shop vintage. also it is not expected for an 18 year old man to dress like royalty, when you become a little bit older and have a healthy cash flow, then you start investing in these items
I’m curious about your opinion on making your own items. Such as leather belts, wallets, and such It’s much cheaper to make them yourself, and they are surprisingly very easy. For instance a handmade leather belt will cost you about $50, and it can have a brass buckle if you so choose
you failed to mention a quality wristwatch..In my opinion a man should always wear a watch, it's so much more elegant than pulling out a phone to check the time and a lot more suble
Duke Of Prunes how is using a smartphone instead something to look down upon? it’s more convenient accurate and they can also replace a lot more items, plus any decent model is going to last you a full day. It’s similar to bashing somebody because they wear streetwear instead of traditional clothing, break the mold.
I'm bracing for the backlash and complete dress down. But I upgraded a couple of bags from Cordura to matching Fossil leather bags last year. I'm sure that they don't meet the scratch and stretch test, but I like the look, feel, and aroma. This channel and a friend coaxed me in this direction and I plan to buy a third bag on this trip.
If you have the money and need to associate with those who value such things then they are necessities rather than desirables. Each to his own, don't you think?
70 dollars for a pair of socks? Don't buy that "it's all about quality" argument, as this is the same guy who pretty convincingly talked about Rolex being much about marketing...
Being someone when does leatherwork and made belts I am going to disagree on the folded side belt being better quality than an edge painted belt. I feel a better term would be a luxury item that is worth the money over better quality. My current edge painted belt has last me almost 20 years now. I'd say it's good quality.
I am with a classy in Hungarian Lady. I'm having to up my fashion game. After a couple of trips to Europe, I am understanding European sense of style more. This gentleman is helping. It has taken me a while to understand the things he is saying but it's coming through more clearly now.
You do not need to spend 5-10k on a nice DSLR camera 😂 max you need to spend is 2k for someone who isn't a professional, if you actually know how to use it you can out perform the camera (to an extent)
Yeah, spending that much on a piece of equipment that you barely know how to use is ridiculous. Of course, if you develop a genuine interest in photography and you get better then it's justified.
one thing on my list is a good quality built pocket knife. you can buy gas station knives for like 10 bucks that may last a couple of years, or you can go buy one high quality knife anywhere from 80-800 to last you a lifetime that you can pass down to your children.
kokakoliah whether mechanical watches “makes sense” is subjective and relative. I only own mechanical watches and none of mine have any issues with reliability, shock resistance or accuracy. I like the idea of a grand Seiko quartz but would always recommend anyone interested in watches/horology has at least one mechanical watch. Generally speaking quartz watches leave a bad first impression - cheap/disposable/bad quality or if they are a luxury Swiss brand quartz then you have probably just paid a few thousand for the brand name.
Shut up guys, watches hobby is a romance. I don’t need to justify my reasons to you. If we like-minded we can have a good chat, if not then nothing to else. Merry Christmas!
Mont Blanc makes excellent writers. However I actually had the option of a Meisterstuck and went with Pilot's Custom 823 instead. For a lower price you get a large gold nib, much larger ink capacity than a and a much easier filling mechanism to work with. Now this has to do with how I use pens and I've been using them for 8 years now so I know I prefer to just not have to bother filling it for a while. I'll always advocate for good fountain pens, but definitely check out Sailor, Pelikan, the Lamy 2000 and ESPECIALLY Pilot. I have NEVER met a Pilot pen I haven't loved.
I've tried Pilot pens, actually! They felt really nice. However, I'm still using a ~0.4€ pen I got (new!) because it has the smallest tip I could find, and because my handwriting is hard to understand if the lines were thicker.
Also, If you're more of a fountain pen hobbyist, Noodlers has some interesting offerings that arent really seen elsewhere in the industry. That is: wet nibs with Super high flex. They're not the most luxurious, but they are a very different experience to other fountain pens, and they come at an affordable price.
@@datdabdoe1417 You have to press really hard to flex steel nibs and this defeats the point of fountain pens writing easily without pressure, and makes writing both uncomfortable and unnatural. If you look at some examples of fountain pen writing from the beginning of the XX century (when everyone used what is now vintage gold nibs) you’ll never find extreme flex because that’s not how a fountain pen writes. All thick shading in old handwritten texts was made with dip nibs, and if that’s what you want it’s better to make yourself a frankenpen with a dip nib than go for Noodlers or FPR or whatever.
Me coming out of my Honda Civic wearing penny loafers and yarn-ball cuff links.
Hmmmmmm, run over minorities to acquire ketamine, I must
Honda Civics are great, no shame!
@@abbyhenderson9574 Ah yes, I detect a woman of culture.
@@eesaalikhan3099 yo chill mr ready steady
Hah, Honda Civic peasant!
(This message is brought to you by the Toyota Corolla gang)
This is how hypebeasts used to be 200 years ago
Luca Santambrogio supreme leather bag
A EUPHORIC gentleman.
100 years ago* go back to school 😅
Except these are high quality products that are often handcrafted and meant to be used and worn, they age very well especially the leather goods. Most hypebeast stuff is just printed logos/graphics, some have unique and interesting silhouettes but most of these brands use cheap material and don't age well, a lot of the kids who buy hypebeast don't know anything about style or fashion but are just in it to flex and hide their insecurities with expensive clothing.
I laughed way too hard
Really important: a good quality mattress. You spend 1/3rd of your life in bed, and a bad bed could cause back problems and wont help you sleep as well as you could. So buy a good quality bed/mattress.
Cannot agree more though i personally cannot stand a western style marshmallow mattress and opt for a traditional Japanese Futon. I got used to them as a kid and when i got back to the states i found quickly i slept better on the floor than i did on a mattress. Day i took deliver of my first Futon as well Tatami mats to go under it was literally the last nail for western style mattresses for me..
Very true, it’s also extremely important for your recovery and mental health
In prison the mattresses are unbearable, just got out so glad to be on a regular bed
Very true.
I had the same mattress for over a decade. I aged as so did it and didn’t really think about it until I was at a stop light complaining about back pains and there was a mattress store in front of me.
Things that have been worth it in my life
1. Good belt - I have one that has been a daily user for 14 years
2. Good Gym - You need to stay in shape for your mental and physical health
3. Good cast iron cookware. - Buy once, buy for life
4. A good mattress - You spend almost a third of your life here, and generally you only buy one once, ever, in your adult life.
5. A high quality mountain bike, bike shoes, pedals, and bike rack - Some money is just spending on your hobbies. A bike shop bike is way different than a Walmart bike.
A bed and mattress is way underrated. Also underwears.
Again what about guns & knives?
@@moorshound3243 As far as knives go, don't spend a whole lot. You can spend hundreds on a knife, but you shouldn't. In the kitchen, a Victorinox 10" chef knife is $43 on Amazon. Pocket knives from the army surplus store have served me well.
Guns are always expensive but longer barrels help reduce recoil. If you want to save some money, learn to pack your own ammo.
Mattresses should probably be replaced more often, perhaps not every 10 years as some say, but not much longer. You will notice the difference, even with quality mattresses. I'm almost 40, and will be looking at buying a replacement for the one I bought when I moved into this place about 12 years ago in the next few years.
@pragmaticskeptic that's not that many. I noticed quite the difference, and something I didn't expect, the old mattress weighing much more, from all the dust and skin flakes that accumulated in them. I'm not even going to mention the many stains it had. I slept a lot better after changing.
I can't believe you mentioned a pinky ring, and cufflinks for men as fashion and left out the watch.
daregu totally agree
A nice car is a must.
Ppl wear smartwatches now... the pick depends on the features... the expense too would depend on the features.... I presume that's beside the generic topic here... This is what a human thinks n thus is as subjective as can be... one needn't abuse me if one doesn't concur with the aforementioned.. m jus saying... m not obtruding my point of view
im on a rotary rose gold windsor because i'm a fan of the blue hands, i don't wear one for sports because being an ice hockey goalie is hard enough :') formal though its a rolex datejust 36 because it goes with literally everything being twotone
couldn't agree more. however, i'm sure the breadth and depth of the watch market played into it - fashion evolves so seriously in watches. a dress watch should never go out of style, but modern fashion says a diver or a field watch is perfectly fine to wear with a suit. then you get into materials, movements, etc. finally, get into brands and country of origin and you have an all-out war on your hands. maybe he just wanted to avoid yet another battle over whether a seiko qualifies as a quality watch. :-D
There have been just three months since it was uploaded but this video is already developing a nice patina
by far the most underrated comment I've ever seen
Why you don't have more likes
GinHindew110 Platina, the only meme that suits this guy's life.
kek.
Why is everyone hating on this guy? He makes a living showing the world different, unique and luxury items at no expense to us.
He is on a spectrum but I'm not sure which one
Spicy Sam because The guy so wishes he was some pretentious English ponce called Tarquin
Rich people don’t pay £40 for socks, that’s why they are rich
Or $125 for a tie.
Again, don't understand the hate. All fashion channels specializes in dressing a certain way, casual to formal and everything in between. This guy just has a channel for others who dress like him. If you are put off by him, you aren't the target audience.
@@pheasantpluckersson2138 This whole thing is not about rich people, but about stylish people. There may be an overlap, but not necessarily, and not in tech, which is a shame. I know no lawyer who pays less than 40 Dollars for his socks.
I really like the idea of dividing how much an item costs and how many days you will be able to use it so you can know if it is really worth it.
I really liked the video!!
Gotta break down the cost for the old school green visor, so I can breakdown the cost of all the other items I’m wearing
Good point, worth amplifying
It's an awful video
Buying $400 wallet so it will remain empty for a year seems like a quality investment
RIP thats true for us non rich people
Hahaha 😂
Yep i have a $4 wallet and it has lasted for about 5 years now. Granted few seams are now off but its not a big deal
@@supersoupss 10 years. ACM aluminium wallet. 60$ banged, dropped, thrown, smashed etc. etc. Not to mention RFID protection. Can his leather do that?
It's not meant for the likes of us
But what if you work for a living?
phycoman4561 this comment needs more love
best comment i've read so far
This
I found that thrift helps. Also, there are a lot of inexpensive items I have that have stood the test of time.
Then you just have to look in your grandpas closet and you will find the right outfit just like this...
My wife is an expensive product. It developed a nice patina over time
Haha wife bad
your wife in a nice outfit makes your outfit a million times better doesn't she?
@@kiliberlino ikr that’s such a boomer thing to say xD
LOL! Outch
Sophia Phillips and not getting a joke is such a snowflake thing.
I bought a leather duffle/weekender in Buenos Aires over 20 years ago, and it is still going strong. In fact, I have made several multi-week trips with it as my only luggage. Good leather in Argentine was very cheap; there's a huge beef industry and hence lots of leather produced. I paid less than $300 after some haggling about CC payment.
What shop/brand is your bag from?
A good toilet paper. It only gets better with time and develops a platina as you use it which is unique to you. You can even hand it down to your children or grandchildren.
Tony no you didn’t.
actually, its worth it investing in some high quality reusable toilet paper. it's for everyone, and by making your children hand wash their premium toilet paper, you'll teach them to be responsible
If good toilet paper develops pLatina, I'll buy it!! Then sell that platina for good money :-)
Wow! I haven’t laughed that hard in a loooong time. Thank you
Shiven Joshi Eww
The dislikes on this video has developed quite a nice patina over time.
Khoi Eats Word hahaha 🤣🤣🤣🤣
I’m literally laughing so hard right now
Ahahhahahahaha
LOL! Best comment here! 😂
This comment has me in stitches 😫😫😫😂😂😂🤣🤣
standing up straight is worth its money
Yo, I thought the same thing, he stands with the confidence of a napkin
He stands like someone that would get dropped by a limp backhand.
A great habit to have
Invest in yoga classes, their expensive but worth more than you can imagine. Great for for posture and health and the girls are hot!
I've come to learn investing in the expensive over my life vs cheap and am so much happier.
Vimes boots theory. A poorer person could only buy cheap junk that falls apart in one year, while a richer person can afford products that last decades
Who knew I'd come across you here?
@@gemstonegynoid7475 The Vimes Boots theory is truly accurate and it has popped up in my mind a fair bit recently. (I love the Discworld books!)
But Proto! Lol
Leather weekender - I had one myself. Got it on clearance and paid a fraction of the price. That thing has literally travelled around the world with me. These days it outlived it usefulness. When I travel now, I'm taking more things than will fit in an weekender. But in my younger days, it was the way to go. Can't disagree at all with the guy.
Socks - I still prefer cotton socks over silk, cashmere, or wool. Personal preference. But boot socks give extra cushion and are the way to go if you are putting some miles on your feet while travelling.
Overcoat - I haven't worn one in years. But they only really serve a purpose if in wet environments with low humidity. Most overcoats can be replaced with umbrellas without the nuisance of carrying a large coat around when not needed for wear. I would only bother with a overcoat if I was wearing a suit.
Gloves - I have nice gloves at home. In the vehicle and in my day pack. if the weather changes on short notice you will be very happy you had them on you.
Cufflinks - I have never owned a dress shirt that required them. Although I admit there have been times in the past when I have considered going that route. Nice suggestion on the OP's part regarding the types of cufflinks to acquire.
Pinky ring. I'm a bit perplexed by this. The only people still wearing pinky rings are, athletes, performers, and godfathers or mob bosses. I can't claim to know many high value men, but the few I do know don't wear pinky rings. They don't wear any rings other than a wedding band.
Fountain pen - A status symbol for sure. I don't own one myself but had considered it back in my college days. These days, I just carry a standard pen with me and it hardly sees any use. Writing on paper is slowly becoming a dead art unfortunately. And other than signing your name on the bill for payment with your meals, you probably won't have another regular use for one.
Goodyear welted shoes - I have never been in a suit long enough to justify one of these expenses.
Belts - Every man should own more than one belt just like every man should own more than one tie. Just saying. I go with a braided belt. And with things like holster clips for cell phones, the leather starts to give in probably less than six months. I'd suggest a high end belt only if you are going to put any holsters or devices on it to wear it out prematurely.
Camera - I have to disagree with this. A high end camera is just a pain in the $%% to carry around. If you have an event that you want professional pictures of, hire the professional. Let him or her carry that camera and equipment around.
Wallet - I have to disagree with this as well. Cheap is better. I've got different wallets for different things. I have the micro wallet for minimal carry that just slides in the front pocket. I have the bill fold wallet that is longer and intended to be in the interior pocket of a sports jacket or suit. And I have a tri-fold which is carried in the back pocket. I replace the tri-fold about once a year. The other two - they last a life time regardless of quality. And women look at what you have in the wallet, not necessarily the wallet itself. But women will look at each other's purses and not the contents of the purse. Figure that one out why don't you.
Honorable mention not mentioned. Watches. Regular wrist watch and a pocket watch. I have both. Women notice both. They also notice if you go cheap with either or. There is just something about a status of a man who asked for the time doesn't have to pull out his cell phone to tell you. Women notice this sort of thing and expect women to ask if they really want to see what type of watch you are wearing or as an ice breaker.
1.) A good laptop. I hate slow computers
2.) Home theater speakers if you love music, and who doesn't
3.) Good cookware
4.) A watch you can pass on to your children. The value is sentimental. It may be the only thing my father gave me that'll be passed on to my children.
5.) A good education in something that pays well or has emotional value
6.) Lexus cars. They last forever and cost less to fix than German cars.
7.) A comfortable mattress
8.) Double edged razor shaving kit
And a gym membership
Wow, this list is 100% accurate.
I disagree on Lexus. It's like saying buy the Casio and pass it along to your children because it will run forever.... lexus is not in the same league as the german cars.
Kami84 Forget about the Lexus, otherwise I’m in 100%.
@Sergey Udruzhev Japanese cars > European cars. N
Dont @ me
Toilet paper. Never save money on toilet paper. First thing I learnt when I first moved out of my parents'.
Did you get the cheap paper-thin kind at first?
Nacho Diaz: I think three layers are enough. You don't need the four layer premium quality. And for environment's sake, use recycled paper.
Save money on toilet paper by going at work, restaurants, and upscale grocery stores. The extra money can be saved for a pair of $650 peccary leather gloves.
Indeed and paper towels too! Haha but true
Lavatory paper please
The bitterness of poor quality remains long after the sweetness of low price is forgotten.
I like this
Very well put!!
Very true
In my culture we have a saying: "Goedkoop koop, is duur koop."
It translates as "A cheap purchase is an expensive purchase."
@@crotchet6439 I am an Afrikaner, from South Africa.
My list: a good musical instrument (I've had my Gibson for 10 years and it sounds better with age), a good set of handtools (will save you heartache and trips to the store plus impress your lady when you fix something), a good set of kitchen knives (safer, less sharpening), a nice autowinding watch (I've had my skeleton watch for 15 years and still get compliments on it, no batteries), and a quality pillow (better night's rest, won't flatten out)
I believe the saying goes: don't go cheap on things that separate you from the ground. Your shoes, your tires, your bed
I'm totally agree with your list
especially the kitchen knives! and probably in a nice knife block
This is a video about style. Did this escape your notice?
I'm still happy I spent $2700 on that quality pair of parachute pants in 1984. They continue to serve me well and have a great patina.
I jumped out of a airplane 10 times and they never failed!
Oh parachute pants are just a must, I bought a pair 4 years ago and they already have an amazing patina.
And that's why you buy timeless items😂 not fast fashion, on an unrelated note..... You selling those pants or😏
@@ethanchristopher6709 you're literally asking to get into his pants lol
Quality items is often confused with expensive items.
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Every item he recommends, he explains why - what qualities they have - that are worth the extra expense. Durability is one of them. Moreover, he's happy to buy quality secondhand.
@Sergey Udruzhev He starts the video talking about quality, second hand, cheaper items.
Who the hell brings a leather duffel bag to the gym
Did you see the "modeling pics", this dude hasn't seen a gym in years.
I must admit I thought the same thing... And I'm a self admitted snob.
Lol it’s olddddddddd
Tofu Kingpin i know I would use that for a deposit
Lol
Here's my take on expensive items: If you use something daily or at least regularly pay extra for quality, if you only use something every now and then get decent (but not low) quality.
This guy looks like G - eazy in 30 years
That is spot on mate hahaha
Fun fact. He is only 5 years older than Mr. Eazy
Ooohhh 30 years? That's a bit harsh.
i too was waiting for the watch. When he didnt mention it the closer he got to 12, i said, "this is definitely NOT the maven of style and all things gentlemanly." Watch should actually be the FIRST item on the list. There's no chance you;re gonna show me a well deressed, stylish man that is not wearing a watch. And the reason why he doesnt mention the watch? Because he prolly doesnt sell any at Fort Belvedreary!
I'm a 110 years old this guy let me feel young again thank you son
LOL. My wife passed by as I was watching his video and she was like, 'He dresses like an old man. Why are you trying to learn style from this guy?'
Corey Barker are we supposed to believe a 110 year old has the physical and mental capabilities to operate a electronic device go to youtube find this video and comment
@@empty2110 Yes
E M P T Y maybe his grandson showed this vid and typed it out for him?
Lol 😂
What about a whip? A true Gentlemen’s accessory that develops a nice and beautiful patina over time, unique to the experiencies you live with it...
😂😂 dedd asf
Gotta have some slaves and a plantation to go with that whip though.
A good old horse whip for the mother in law!
Uber everywhere. Alpha AF
Evokes pleasant memories
I'm obsessed with my leather bag. Watching the leather soften and develop a gorgeous patina is delightful. It was still less expensive than many premium bags of synthetic materials, and has held up so much better.
I am with you on that one. My leather bag gets so many compliments, and like you I love the aging process. I use a neutral shoe cream to feed, shine and soften it.
Apart from my debit card I carry nothing in my pockets. That's another plus!
Any particular you recommend?
@Cerne lol yes very splendid and smashing
I agree, I had a friend who is a leather craftswoman made me a bag.twenty years ago and it’s still as strong and attractive as ever . I was able to choose the leather, the colour and tell her exactly what I needed to use it for and she created something perfect for my needs .all at a cost that was very reasonable. Plus I was able to contribute to someone who is an artisan and independent maker like myself. Possibly the best way to buy something instead of going to a big store and buying generic style that is overpriced . This money went straight into the makers pocket !
I suggest investing into a good posture first
He really should hire a professional model to show off the clothes.
THIS! This was the first thing that came to my mind. I am a longtime slouch who actually did "Mensendieck" physiotherapy solely for my posture.
Instead of hiring a professional model I agree with suggesting to literally invest into a good posture with physical therapy.
@@JDYTC you may be taking this seriously and being caring about the subject, but op wasn't at all.
Invest in your mind...first!
@@hifijohn yes, indeed.
I really don't know why this guy gets hate on this video, he seems like a very nice guy. And gives advice about stuff he likes and I would assume the peole watching this video like too.
People get deffensive about their clothing, i mean sure, he could be more gentle about it, but its obvious that people are overreacting
He lives in another world. That might be why people react the way they do.
Most people have ordinary jobs.
You cant walk around like this If you work in the mine or at McDonalds.
And how many people can afford a suitcase for a 1000 dollars?
And sometimes you may wonder If guys like him have any other interests save walking around in town looking well dressed.
@@grimlund im pretty sure not most people work in a mine or in a mcdonalds
Like, im pretty sure and office worker can dress like this
@@JosephFlores-yn4yi Sure. If I my self did work as a salesman or in a bank I would most likely have bought a tailor made suit.
But Im not.
@@grimlund mate, just because you didnt, doesnt mean other people shouldnt
When I was 20 I bought a 1950's worsted wool suit from a vintage shop. Best suit I ever had, no matter the season. Shoes were italian leather that I bought dirt cheap from an old shoe store. Haven't been in style since. One thing worth investing in is exercise so you can continue looking good in those clothes. I suppose having decent clothes might be motivation.
I agree. Exercise and a good diet is equally as important as dressing well .
I don't think the camera is a wise investment. Yes, they produce significantly better photos than a phone, but it's a law of diminishing return. You can get better photos on a $600 entry level camera, anything beyond that seems like overkill for normal people who will only use it to document trips and such. Beyond that, the skill to use a $5,000+ camera is something that takes a lot of time to develop. Realistically, someone could get an entry level DSLR for ~$600 and that will service them fine. Then they can upgrade from there if they want better quality, but investing thousands of dollars into a specialized piece of equipment seems like irresponsible advice to give to a generalized audience.
I agree. Thought the camera and the smartphone were a bit out there.
A Fujifilm X100 at $1K is a camera professionals use and is more than enough capability for almost anyone.
And for your viewers in the USA, a quality gentleman’s assault rifle.
arma lite rifle ;)
“I would recommend investing in a genuine, quality FN SCAR. The FN SCAR L or FN Special Operations Forces Combat Assault Rifle chambered in 5.56 NATO for the SCAR 16 or “Light” and chambered in 7.62 for the 16 or “heavy”.”
but does it develop a nice patina over time tho?
Thompson, the wood foregrip top bolt one with the stick mags, very classy and will last a lifetime
Even in the UK, a quality shotgun will go a long way. It will develop a nice patina over time, too!
A true gentleman is not measured by how he dress, but how he acts towards people and how well he respect others. This video is just a hype beast in the 1940's
Kingsman
This guys uses peasant as a regular part of his vocabulary to refer to people who don’t dress “dapper” like him
Just sayin
Shane Grimes kingsmen are better than him
This guy has an outdated style but he is still trying to help people
How you dress reflects who you are, and how people will perceive you. A gentleman is smart and uses this to his advantage.
This should be titled, “how to dress like a Bond villain...”
Andrew Neuroth 😂😂😂😂
Goldfinger would use a fountain pen with a golden nib.
🤣🤣🤣 🏆
Most underrated comment.
Or how to be Mr Bean
I love spending just in top products in some stuff:
-My Presciption eyeglasses (they are just the one I will use the most)
-Headphones & personal speaker (Bose or Senheiser)
-My laptop & Mouse
-My Bicycle (OK....I agree its not worthy, unless you are competing)
-Your commuter vehicle (You may spend lots of hours a year inside)
-Your office chair (Also you may spend lots of hours a year there)
-Your bed (again...third of your life will be there)
Hey man, I prioritise exactly the same.
+ shoes + underwear including socks
I wear my prescription sunglasses every waking hour. I have to spend around $1000 every year, but it’s worth it .
The problem is that I don't want to hang out with people who would judge me on the distinction of my bag costing 1000 dollars vs 75 dollars.
Fair enough but, why aren't you hanging out with your friends. Why are you here?
@@BigHenFor Not everyone spends their entire day watching youtube videos like yourself.
You missed the point of an expensive item. In most cases the more expensive item will last a lot longer than a cheaper one, will be unique, and cost per usage is less than a cheap item that has to be purchased again and again! It really has nothing to do with people judging you!
@@garmtpug Why would I want to wear a quality 5000 dollar watch that I have to replace after some thief mugs me for it?
@@rosssmith9870 Well, with that attitude, you could die tomorrow, so what's the use of having anything that is of quality? Just always assume the worst will happen and your life with be pretty darn plain and boring.
Whenever he wears overcoats he look like Gru from despicable me
More like inspector gadget
love how you had to specify that gru was from despicable me
Confusion there’s many people called gru
He lives in another century, but seems to be happy...
Germany
@@user-js2dr9gv1u Haha
@@user-js2dr9gv1u People would have beaten him up for his lunch money in the 19th century as well. people dont get it...he's a DANDY. only a specific group was like this in the past.
Would you rather take style advice from someone wearing a t-shirt and red MAGA hat? lol.
Louis Recal eh some people like the 1980 coke dealer vibe
I bought 3 used overcoats for 40-50 dollars. Really good, worth every single dollar. Expensive doesn't mean better
Disregard garments, buy a quality welder, a quality mill and a lathe. Then machine yourself nice pairs of stainless socks.
They will develop a nice patina over time.
I think this fancyman forgot that the term should still include 'man'. Love the leather bag, 40 dollar socks? not so much.
majikdragon Funny, because imo it's the complete opposite. $1000 for a bag? Wtf are you a woman? On the other hand a quality pair of pure wool socks is NECESSARY for any man wearing a pair of boots for work.
This guy looks like he is more worried about chipping a nail than knowing how to be a man and changing it. Hand him something made out of carbide or HSS and he would scream like a little girl.
I would slightly disagree with the wallet, bag and belt. I have had all three made by a local craftsman to my specifications for a fraction of the costs you quote. My belt is going on 15 years of daily wear and with care looks perfect. Custom made is generally equal or superior quality to a brand name at a lesser cost.
Unfortunately, what he promotes is fashion-brand oriented meaning there will always be a rather significant markup relative to the quality of the product.
Luckily with the internet, it really isn't too hard to find superior products for substantially lower costs.
It depends what you mean by superior. Most people don't want to find a leather worker to make a custom belt to the best saddlery standards. They just want to click and buy.
That's what *Bespoke* means, custom made.
With me I have that one expensive item just to tell myself I worked hard for it one pair of expensive shoes one expensive belt and one expensive coat everything else just be regular priced items
Gavin Brien price may depend on where you live. There are places where everything Sven mentioned could be purchased for half of the price he said. My Casio watch cost only $40 or so in Hungary twelve years ago. Even back then, it would have been at least double that price in Germany or USA. My point is, in a 'low-cost' country you'd get the same quality for a lower price.
“Investments” are things you look to benefit from in the future. I promise you, thousand dollar cuff links is a terrible investment
The cuff links I kinda agree but belt, shoes, camera and phone I agree.
@@Sorcerer86pt yea i didnt realize how bad iphone cameras were compared to actual cameras
But you invest in quality items too. They serve you, provide you
If it’s money your looking to gain but some things value will have more of an family heirloom and might take generations to accrue value provided they are cared for, I think the guy is making the point at least for me is that if you buy quality and wear it (I’m not talking about the ostentatious bling stuff) then it makes you feel good because it looks good like a made to measure suit . Own several pairs of handmade shoes that I’ve had for 30+ years they get R.E.-soled when needed and wear well there aren’t many brands you can do that with nowadays yet you’ll pay top dollar for them and when the soles have worn through your stuffed I guess it all comes down to personal choice.
@@dickiedollop but you don't get it. If you buy shoes that last 30 years then they will be horribly out of style and old fashioned. Sometimes things should be retired before they break.
I got a vintage Hugo Boss overcoat. Beautiful stitching and very warm and comfortable, with silver fittings. I get dirty looks whenever I pass a synagogue though, wonder what that's about?
Because you bought it at the thrift store and you didn’t remove the SS patch.
I tend to agree that quality lasts longer, but not with socks. I have bought some socks of approx. €30, and wore them out in less then a year. Yes, cheap socks will wear out, too, perhaps even a little faster, but €10-20 per pair is my go to now, perfectly balancing quality and price.
Totally agree. I have some fancy Pantherella socks, and they're really nice, but it's not like they last any longer than cheaper socks. Socks are fundamentally consumable garments. Honestly, normal socks in discreet solids (navy, charcoal, brown) are plenty for looking and feeling good in classic tailoring. They're not trivially cheap if you get an over-the-calf format in merino wool or a similar good material - but yep, such socks at ~$15 per pair are readily available online.
For grown-up casual looks, I like some of the colorful patterned Pantherella cotton socks. Many designers of "fun socks" go too loud in their colors and patterns to be tasteful unless you're quite young. Pantherella's designs are nice. Sometimes you can get them on clearance, as for Christmas-themed socks that offer color schemes that are useful year-round, but which by mid-winter the maker is trying to get rid of.
I am most surprised that you didnt say a quality watch
Jaycey he doesn't like watches.
Pinky ring and no watch. Um uh.
vintage Bulova with a solid gold case. Something from the 50's or 60's. Accurate, inexpensive (comparitively) and quality from one of the great watch manufacturers of the era. They had terrific automatic movements, and was the first with the unbreakable mainspring.
+1
EinSofQuester why not?
5:10 you want them to be sewed by hand or machine..what else is there???
hifijohn 3-D Printer?!
There must be some type of autonomous machine that sews cheap clothes. Maybe, no idea.
Sewn by foot duh
Trained goats.
Hahaa lol really tell me
As I am found of traditional wet shaving, I get a huge pleasure out of an excellent straight razor and a silvertip badger brush. Interestingly old new stock seems to be the best option for me with straight razors. Mainly as the 8/8 (big blades) are not that much produced anymore.
My favorite razor that I regularly save with was produced somewhere around 1863 ....
as a bagger brush i can endorse the company Thäter which produce shaving brushes since 1913
But be warned, straight razors can be a rabbit hole as men's fashion can be.
Nice greetings to you all, from Hamburg, Germany.
Yours Frank
What a guy
I would absolutely drop the camera for good shave kit.
Prorasos boar brush is the best! Would highly recommend.
Yesss 🥰 I got a plastic-handled 5/8 basic DOVO in 2006, with a $50 check I received as a college graduation gift. I upgraded it to a 6/8 Hart Steel razor with hardwood handle in 2016. My original Vulfix 2234 badger-hair brush is still going strong - 17 years old at the time of writing. Good shaving tools are wonderfully economical ways to enjoy some luxury.
@@ramanshah7627 oh great, I think a good straight is also great for the environment. Also a manly kind of mindfullness 😅. Greetings from Hamburg, Germany
New drinking game. take a shot every time he says quality
2 shots when he says “patina” lol
Quala'dee
Or dapper
I`ll try that right now
I recently bought a brown tweed suit from a thrift store for $32, after doing some research i learned it would have been worth around $300 when bought new.
Its not a suit i wear regular but it is easily my highest quality dress wear.
Thrifting is the way to go
Same! Got a three piece suit one piece at a time over the course of maybe a month, 200-300 hundred dollar suit for 20$
@@ethanchristopher6709 dude that is awesome, nice find
found a solid selection of harris tweed jackets on ebay for 50-100 bucks. great deals
@@austinboba oh nice work, I'm a bit nervous about buying from eBay, not really sure if I'm being scabbed or bot
I am sorry to point this out, but your estimate cost of these quality products are way out of this world. Many of these products can be divided by 5 and still be of great quality. Do not confuse quality with high-end or superior. Next time you suggest a price, please do some research as I believe you have not in this case. Other than that, great video!
Welcome to the 80 / 20 rule. Of course, you can find a duffle bag for under $1000 retail, but if you use a leather that costs 10 times as much, it won't give you 10 times the quality increase. To suggest we don't do our research makes me just laugh because obviously you don't know our channel. Research is our middlename and we know clothing and accessories and the different qualities like the back of our hand. Which leads me to believe you have not done your research or your defintion of quality is different than ours.
Gentleman's Gazette He‘s still right though. Especially regarding the camera.
Gentleman's Gazette What a disappointingly condescending and immature response. Particularly for a channel by 'gentlemen'.
@@ghostshrike another person that actually doesn't know about the subject he's talking about. Being a gentleman hasn't to do with being "gentle" but more so being truthful, honest, direct and confident and firm in your believes/opinions
I agree with you on this one. All I heard from th montblanc fountain pen is that it is overpriced and breaks easily. A kaweco al sport is better since it is made of metal, and is more stylish in my opinion.
I picked a wallet at one of the best men's shops in New York last month and instead of costing me $400 I discovered it contained $1,257. Luckily nobody called the cops till I was several blocks away.
🤣
The fact that pinky rings and cuff links beat out a wrist watch on this list blows my mind
What can he sell vs what is practical
Those cufflinks are gawdy
He is regularly criticized about his view on watches. He has publicly stated that he does not like them. Ironic given that he should be shilling pocket watches on a nice patina'd chain.
Still blows my mind at the cost of the items he puts out there.
Cuff links have been around about 250 years before the first watch was even invented. I see that, the pinky ring though, not so much that’s not something most men today will wear.
I just got my first overcoat at a consignment store the other day for $265. Very gently used. Handmade in Scotland. Great quality wool/cashmere blend worth easily $1,100 according to my findings. I'd say that I got a pretty good deal. It also looks really stylish (In my opinion).
Congrats!
When I was on holiday in Ireland years ago we stopped by a place that tailors the coats, jackets and everything else themselves after the customer's measurements. It was the highest quality Irish Wool and they made us a price of about 400€ per coat including shipping to Germany. None of us took one (which my dad regrets a little) but for me, I was 16 at the time I believe, so still growing, for my mom, she just didn't like such coats and my dad, well at the time he told him self "nah, when am I gonna wear it" but as I said already, he regrets it a little, now. Anyways, my point is: You don't need to spend 1k or more on a quality coat. You just need to know where to get it. Just because something is expensive it doesn't mean it's high quality.
what are you talking about?
so what?
bruceleehiiiyaaa and your point is??
Never take advice from a person who is trying to sell you something.
Or, advice is advice and you can take it from everyone but still decide for yourself.
So you are saying that if I go into a store and I ask fot advice from a shop assistant who knows what their doing, I shouldn't take that advice because the shop assistant's job is to sell someting for me?
@Chad true, but I also met ones who told me the truth, for example, that the more expensive something is actually worse and i bought the less expensive one. So you do make a good point, you have to watch out.
But he isn't sponsored lol
@@siam9914 no, he owns Fort Belvedere
As a professional photographer I am surprised you didn't recommend Leica. Nikon or Canon, even though they take equally colorful and sharp images, they just don't shout "high end" and go way down in value even after a few years. Leica, especially vintage ones, hold their value a lot better and longer. Hasselblad is just overkill unless you're a pro and need it.
I like Sony
13. Vasectomy
I unironically agree
bwhahaha !!
-quality items that will last for generations
“My grandkids in 2060 with a pixel 2xl”
Watching this on a pixel 4XL, haha.
It's not quality pixels are cheap
For american viewers, a SCAR rifle will develop its own unique patina on the grip, will last you a lifetime, and can also end lives!
MaͥrͣsͫBoy oh I dunno, I would personally like a Single action army.
I would go for a quality 870 Wingmaster personally.
MaͥrͣsͫBoy too expensive!!!
An engraved Lee Enfield bolt action is more stylish, and can acvomodate high quality and decorated bayonets.
The new Henry lever action .410 stubby. Shoot slugs of course.
The most expensive item I own is my ex-wife.
Or does she own you?
@@Egilhelmson you bet she does
@@Egilhelmson OOF
She’s cheap to me 😂
Lasts a lifetime
Excuse the cynic in me:
How to get robbed 101
in the states you also invest in a good handgun
i've had to brandish my firearm once and the guy ran away. If someone is willing to get into a full blown gun fight with you then you're better off hauling ass because that man has absolutely nothing to lose in life.
Dominic D judging by the fact that you said a 1911 or a glock you dont seem to know very much about firearms..the new glocks are garbage in comparison to sig's cz's beretta's and hell any other modern striker/hammer fired handgun for that matter..the gen 1&2 g19's are the only glock worth buying IMO.. glocks were the shit in the 80s and 90s but they've never changed anything and are quite frankly ugly as hell yes theyre reliable but theyre also outdated..the 1911 while being one of my favorite handguns only holds 7+1 so at best you get 2 more rounds than you would with a revolver and the .45acp round is complete ass when needed for hard barrier penetration (auto glass, wood, or thin metal sign, etc.). .40 s&w or 10mm is w.o a doubt the best option for carry in my personal opinion..i use 2 different kinds of ammo in the same magazine in my .40 underwood ultimate defender and G2 research's RIP round. Both are roughly $40 each for a box of 20.i feel bad for the crack head that tries to rob me lol..not really.. because id rather be prepared for ANYTHING not just prepared for a face to face violent encounter..
Dominic do you live in a movie?
Dominic D a 1911 only holds one more round than your average revolver.
How could you possibly choose a pinky ring or anything for that matter over a quality timepiece? Seriously????
Some of these were there to promote his brand
He also wears a ring on his
K W O L I T Y
Can’t stop hearing it now
Waterman fountain pens are also great. I like that the ink dries instantly, as I’m left-handed.
What's your Snapchat
So i did the math, these stuff cost about 50k, more of you "invest" in high end items. Would you rather dress like a "gentleman" or live in a house ?
Dap till you clap
This list isn't for poor people
@@maxrobinson9553 Or for rich people with good taste. 😉
@@Litrocks13 yup most rich people dont spend 2k on a bag that looks like dog poop
it goes without saying that you shouldnt buy a mont blanc if youre not filthy rich. he is filthy rich, makes videos for othr wealthy men, probably lives in a nice house and he likes his pen. nothing wrong with that
I do a fair bit of leatherwork as a hobby, and I've found over the years some of the expensive items on this list can be handmade for a fraction of their store coast. A leather weekend bag is simple to make, and striking. Same with belts and wallets.
Yes exactly right. I asked a talented craftswoman leather worker friend to make me a bag twenty yesrs ago and it’s still beautiful and functional .i could choose my own leather , colour and even contributed to its design but perhaps something that I valued was also was putting the money into the pockets of an artisan and not a corporation , keeping craftsmanship and independent makers skills and profession alive and well. The cost was also far less but the quality far higher than a high street store , even the high end ones . As an independent artist and maker myself it’s so important to commission independent craftspeople particularly now in times when we are all trying to use less and waste less .its also not that difficult to do or find someone .the satisfaction of carrying something of great quality, individually made and designed is very high . If I can ever go to an individual craftsperson I will whether it’s for a woolen pullover , a belt , even clothes . They rarely prove to be more expensive than a stores bought item in even the mid term .
speaking as a woman here among mostly men commenting, I'll just say that I love this guy:)
U have a bad taste
@@anuraaganand8996 Her taste will develop quite a nice patina over time.
Hey, friend! Now there's two of us who like this guy!
I love channels like these. I see a lot of content like this for women but it’s so refreshing to see this for men!
Work on your posture champ. That way everything you wear will look better. Much better.
Then he will have to have his entire collection of suits tailored. He says he gets them tailored to suit his slumped shoulders lol
@Greg Hamilton greg is triggered lol.
I love this channel, but the first item, the weekender bag, looks like a giant skin off of a cockroach. The color is a perfect match. And any seasoned traveler knows that the straps should go all the way down and around the bag and back up again. Anything less than that and they will eventually rip where they are sewn onto the bag.
David Gold do u have a Brand or model you recommend ?
@@Cuntmilk Stanley Fatmax!!!!!!!!!
@@clooperman3745 omg 🤣
Actually solid advice here man.
As much as I like leather, this bag does nothing for me.
That ulster overcoat looks hideous lol
I second the leather bag suggestion. It always stands out as a cut above the ordinary
I've been meaning to get a canvas or leather messenger but never find one in a reasonable price bracket, as far as carryon bags and such I have a military duffle or a other holdall, expensive bags left out of sight on a coach or plane luggage I'd be more afraid of an expensive looking bag being stollen than an unassuming duffle
@@Shadow_Hawk_Streaming Buffalo Jackson. check them out.
When money grows on trees
Get a job
@@phantommagnolia You need to be earning $500k to a million a year to spend like he does. Oh, and a low IQ as well. Nearly all the products recommended do not provide extra value over cheaper counterparts.
@@professionalpotato4764 a million 😂😂😂😂😂
@@phantommagnolia he is right though. unless you want to live like all the other middle class morons who could easily be rich if they wasn't trying to keep up with the jones.
@@professionalpotato4764 not even Close. 100k are easily enough to buy these things. Just don't spend 90% of your income on everyday living. I am a student and i Put around 150 bucks per month into savings for expensive clothes
Friend: down to go shopping?
Me: yes! I’ve been meaning to buy me some 40 dollar socks!
I really must say that of I spend $40, I have more than one pair but I have learned the lesson on cheap poor quality socks that ride down in my shoes and some people may know that this is so uncomfortable - constantly pulling your socks up as you walk or move around during the day. ( They will ride from mid calf to heel).
$40 for a pair of dress socks that go with a $500-$2000 suit is not that outrageous
One of the best investments of my life are my $50 sucks. I pick up a pair whenever I can.
buy $5 dollar bamboo socks better than cotton more breathable and feel soft $40 dollar socks is nuts because after a while you wil lose them somehow!
A gym membership, proper posture are both “kohlty items” that develop a nice patina over time
Oof!
Picked up the wallet you recommended one year ago. Still in amazing shape with minimal signs of wear.
What about the wallet?
You look like a guy that time traveled from 1920
That's better than looking like typical 2018.
More like 1876
I'd rather look like Al Capone than Tekashi69.
Way better than wearing pants showing under wear.....
More like 1880
A high end cpu is worth the money
Not since Sandybridge k chips. Now seven years old and still the best bang for the buck, longest lasting series cpu's that we've ever seen. Rockin' a 2600k now since 2011.
XD
yeah i got a 200 dollar laptop for college and lord have mercy it is slow
each penny
If you overclock without proper cooling you get a nice patina really quickly
this has nothing to do with being gentleman, this is pure dandyism.
Nortoon *Dapperism
Nortoon I agree. The Thurston Howell III club.
I wonder what he thinks of those Sapeurs in the Congo.
perdition79 I saw that documentary lol. I bet he thinks they’re the best just because of what they wear 💀😂 “he doesn’t have a house, but this nice suit is unique and one of a kind vintage”
well said nortoon
The way this dude says, "Ledder"(leather), it sounds rich and creamy, like a wood grilled lobster tail dresses with garlic white wine sauce.
It is a kind of crossover word. He is a native German speaker and in German the word for leather is Leder pronounced lay-der such that ‘ledder’ is somehow in-between. Great channel btw!
@@patrickmccutcheon9361 Also, his dad is Brazilian, it could've also influentiated the way he speaks
For those of us who work for a living doing dirty roughneck work, you just can't beat a Carhartt raincoat. I spent $140 on a Carhartt hi-viz raincoat. It looks good, and keeps me dry, both from the rain, and the sweat that builds up under cheap plastic raincoats.
carhartt anything is good
It may keep you dry but look good it doesn't haha
You lost yo damn mind if you think imma spend 1000 bucks on a pen
Very true.. I enjoy using fountain pens and have found that any pen that's around 80 dollars will last you a long time, and even some 30-50 dollar ones can do the job. The mont blanc one is maybe a bit excessive...
Dominic D fr that’s what I’m sayin
Joseph Soto I recommend the Fisher space pen. It was designed in partnership with NASA for the Apollo missions. It was the first pen on the moon, writes upside down, looks really cool, great history and back story, and will only set you back about $30 on Amazon.
I love my Parker pen :) It was on sale to 10$ :)
Joseph Soto 😂
So, basically, I need an extra five thousand to spend on my image before I can really be a gentleman
Edit: just saw the camera so about 15 thousand
Gswaggamer This is explicitly expensive items. Read the title.
Wanna ball on a budget? Watch another channel
CosmicBear88, that’s true, but i still don’t want to spend 10 grand on my gentleman’s looks
@@gazebo9730 These days it is difficult not to as good quality items in this vein are not in high demand as social standards have fallen so low. Just read alot of the negative commentary here, jeans and a t-shirt as daily wear stopped when i was a teenager as well it should have. Rarely is the case as many oddly find dressing well as a threat to their masculinity so yes, you are going to be putting out a serious amount of money. Just prioritize and manage your money wisely and it truly is not painful as a decade later with your purchases still not only usable//wearable but in good as they day you bought it condition you will find that you saved literally thousands not having to replace cheaper low end items constantly. For example i still over 20 years later have and wear my first pair of bespoke shoes i ever had made for myself, there is truly not much you can say that about anymore especially footwear. Now at the time it seemed like i was truly spending a great deal of money though decades later, i have in reality saved far more than i spent to get true quality instead of going on the cheap and thinking it was good enough, or dressing like i just do not care and endlessly having to replace over-priced low quality clothing just because it had some brand name splattered all over it. The investment is worth it as well it will always pay for itself and then some with time, leaving you with more money to get out and do the things you want to do. My hobbies are generally expensive though hey, i can afford them even though i am currently in my 2nd run through the University racket. Talk about an investment, changing careers is most assuredly NOT cheap...
I mean yes. Half the point of dressing well is to prove you’re not poor. Want to look really good? It helps to not be poor. What is really attractive in a man? Not being poor.
he's made countless videos on balling on a budget. if you dont have the cash, you dont need cufflinks theyre a novelty item either way. he's said many times that if you wanna dress like a gentleman for an affordable price you can shop vintage. also it is not expected for an 18 year old man to dress like royalty, when you become a little bit older and have a healthy cash flow, then you start investing in these items
I’m curious about your opinion on making your own items. Such as leather belts, wallets, and such
It’s much cheaper to make them yourself, and they are surprisingly very easy.
For instance a handmade leather belt will cost you about $50, and it can have a brass buckle if you so choose
For an extra 100 you could find a silver Smith to make you one. Then you could sell it for 500
@@moorshound3243 oooh, very interesting idea. I like it. I’ll have to make note of it
Buys $1000 bag but not a gym membership
Yael Bethers hahahahaha
That is not a gym bag. More like a cats bag
He got to a Gym once in a suit and some Alpargatas and people laughed too hard at his dapper looks and patinas.
Edis Derlek haha
@@Thanksforthefish , are you a foolish teenager or just a middle aged loser with no brain cells left?
I believe time machine does exist. This guy is the proof.
@@mihai5077 not really, this this dude needs to get with the times
Randy Bingham ok boomer
No, he has just been eating the souls of peasant to gain immortality.
you failed to mention a quality wristwatch..In my opinion a man should always wear a watch, it's so much more elegant than pulling out a phone to check the time and a lot more suble
Miel van Velzen yes, they need help to learn the joys of horology, and timekeeping.
True. Using a smartphone to check the time is inconvenient and inelegant. A good watch is far better for that and looks stylish.
With his style a pocketwatch would fit better but a watch is nice but it dosn't need to cost 1000$+ you can find quality for a few hundred $.
Duke Of Prunes teach them then
Duke Of Prunes how is using a smartphone instead something to look down upon? it’s more convenient accurate and they can also replace a lot more items, plus any decent model is going to last you a full day. It’s similar to bashing somebody because they wear streetwear instead of traditional clothing, break the mold.
I'm bracing for the backlash and complete dress down. But I upgraded a couple of bags from Cordura to matching Fossil leather bags last year. I'm sure that they don't meet the scratch and stretch test, but I like the look, feel, and aroma. This channel and a friend coaxed me in this direction and I plan to buy a third bag on this trip.
THIS IS BY FAR EXCEEDING WHAT IS SUFFICIENT OR NECESSARY. OBSESSION WITH POSSESSIONS IS EXTRAVAGANT, OBSOLETE AND SERVES NO REAL PURPOSE IN LIFE.
sophalino brown It’s called ‘haughty’.
If you have the money and need to associate with those who value such things then they are necessities rather than desirables. Each to his own, don't you think?
Take what you want and leave the rest. Duh.
This channel is for whats “necessary”, its about formal dressing and classic style which a lot of people enjoy and will pay for🤷🏼♂️
@@jamesbarrie4070 still unnecessary though.
70 dollars for a pair of socks? Don't buy that "it's all about quality" argument, as this is the same guy who pretty convincingly talked about Rolex being much about marketing...
Nah but Rolex is really just about marketing. Like gucci or louis vuiton.
In reality rolexes aren't really that great..
However they're still better than gucci.
Rolex is just that a marketing company. Much better watch companies who make some better watches at much cheaper prices.
Rolexes are high quality but they cost too much than what they should
Being someone when does leatherwork and made belts I am going to disagree on the folded side belt being better quality than an edge painted belt. I feel a better term would be a luxury item that is worth the money over better quality. My current edge painted belt has last me almost 20 years now. I'd say it's good quality.
I am with a classy in Hungarian Lady.
I'm having to up my fashion game.
After a couple of trips to Europe, I am understanding European sense of style more.
This gentleman is helping.
It has taken me a while to understand the things he is saying but it's coming through more clearly now.
You do not need to spend 5-10k on a nice DSLR camera 😂 max you need to spend is 2k for someone who isn't a professional, if you actually know how to use it you can out perform the camera (to an extent)
Yeah, spending that much on a piece of equipment that you barely know how to use is ridiculous. Of course, if you develop a genuine interest in photography and you get better then it's justified.
Plus digital photography is just generally boring. If you want to take pictures that transmit emotions, get a film camera.
This video had gone viral if posted in 1950....
Gentleman’s Gazette would you recommend Evisu or Fubu jeans?
one thing on my list is a good quality built pocket knife. you can buy gas station knives for like 10 bucks that may last a couple of years, or you can go buy one high quality knife anywhere from 80-800 to last you a lifetime that you can pass down to your children.
13th item, classic Swiss wristwatch.
Agreed.
Doesn’t have to be Swiss though
Germany and Japan produce better watches in many cases. Would personally rather a Grand Seiko and Lange than a Rolex and Patek/VC/AP
kokakoliah whether mechanical watches “makes sense” is subjective and relative.
I only own mechanical watches and none of mine have any issues with reliability, shock resistance or accuracy. I like the idea of a grand Seiko quartz but would always recommend anyone interested in watches/horology has at least one mechanical watch. Generally speaking quartz watches leave a bad first impression - cheap/disposable/bad quality or if they are a luxury Swiss brand quartz then you have probably just paid a few thousand for the brand name.
Shut up guys, watches hobby is a romance. I don’t need to justify my reasons to you. If we like-minded we can have a good chat, if not then nothing to else. Merry Christmas!
I honestly just watch this guy for his voice
✔
Mont Blanc makes excellent writers. However I actually had the option of a Meisterstuck and went with Pilot's Custom 823 instead. For a lower price you get a large gold nib, much larger ink capacity than a and a much easier filling mechanism to work with.
Now this has to do with how I use pens and I've been using them for 8 years now so I know I prefer to just not have to bother filling it for a while.
I'll always advocate for good fountain pens, but definitely check out Sailor, Pelikan, the Lamy 2000 and ESPECIALLY Pilot.
I have NEVER met a Pilot pen I haven't loved.
I've tried Pilot pens, actually! They felt really nice. However, I'm still using a ~0.4€ pen I got (new!) because it has the smallest tip I could find, and because my handwriting is hard to understand if the lines were thicker.
Also, If you're more of a fountain pen hobbyist, Noodlers has some interesting offerings that arent really seen elsewhere in the industry. That is: wet nibs with Super high flex. They're not the most luxurious, but they are a very different experience to other fountain pens, and they come at an affordable price.
@@datdabdoe1417 You have to press really hard to flex steel nibs and this defeats the point of fountain pens writing easily without pressure, and makes writing both uncomfortable and unnatural. If you look at some examples of fountain pen writing from the beginning of the XX century (when everyone used what is now vintage gold nibs) you’ll never find extreme flex because that’s not how a fountain pen writes. All thick shading in old handwritten texts was made with dip nibs, and if that’s what you want it’s better to make yourself a frankenpen with a dip nib than go for Noodlers or FPR or whatever.
The old western adage of "invest in boots and bedding" is timeless and right on the money, you spend your whole life in your bed or in your footwear!