n 22 May, 2024, Watch Ho & Co (WH&C) commemorated its first anniversary with a celebratory event at the American Town Club in Hong Kong. In the twelve months since its inception, the watch club has curated over 50 gatherings, fostering invaluable connections between passionate enthusiasts, prestigious watch brands and leaders in the pre-owned watch space - including leading player The 1916 Company.

Jackie Ho, co-founder of Watch Ho & Co (WH&C)

Over 130 horological aficionados from across Asia, and as far afield as Dubai and Kazakhstan, converged to raise a glass to this momentous milestone. Longtime friends reconnected and new relationships blossomed over the shared passion for the art of watchmaking.

However, the unequivocal highlight of the evening was the captivating panel discussion that took place, bringing together master watchmaker Vianney Halter, Vincent Lapaire, general manager of Ferdinand Berthoud and Chinese Indie watchmaker Logan Kuan Rao. These horological masters enthralled the audience with their insights, anecdotes and unbridled passion for their craft, creating a truly once-in-a-lifetime experience.

“None of this would have been possible without the unwavering support of our esteemed community and partners,” said Jackie Ho, co-founder of WH&C. “We are deeply grateful to all who have been integral to the WH&C journey thus far - it is the people after all who make this club so truly special. And we extend our heartfelt thanks to Josh Srolovitz and the exceptional team at The 1916 Company for their partnership and support in making this anniversary celebration a resounding success.”

He added: “This past year has been an incredible journey of growth and camaraderie for the WH&C community. We somehow managed to host/co host 50+ events with a few international GTGs too! The energy and enthusiasm of our members never ceases to amaze me - their passion for horology is truly infectious. As we celebrate this milestone, I’m filled with immense pride and gratitude for all that we’ve accomplished together.”

“As we look ahead, we are committed to continuing our tradition of bringing passionate collectors together through more unforgettable gatherings. We plan to host an array of enlightening talks, workshops and immersive experiences that will further deepen our members’ appreciation for haute horology.”

“One of our primary goals is to welcome even more like-minded enthusiasts into the WH&C family. By continuing to create inclusive, enriching opportunities to celebrate our shared passion, we hope to inspire others to join us on this incredible journey. The more voices we have, the richer our collective experience will become - Good Vibes Only.”

The WH&C founders: left Dixon Chin, middle Jackie Ho and right Clarence Cheung