Tatler Hong Kong

Man in Black

COLLECTOR’S CORNER

Winston Koo has a story for every watch he owns. His love for them started with a Mickey Mouse timepiece he received at Disneyland as a small boy, a seemingly ordinary souvenir that would spark an extraordinary fascination. Since then, Koo has built a collection that reflects not only the evolution of horology but also his personal journey. Once numbering in the hundreds, the selection has been refined to a smaller number of pieces that mark significant life events and embody his life philosophy.

The senior director at UCP International, a leading home furnishings manufacturer in Hong Kong, admits to a preference for black watches, an appreciation for practical functionality, and a dedication to unusual materials. He tells about the connections between his collection, his personal experiences and his

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