I picked up a suit off the peg when I was in California. In desperate need of adjustments, I entrusted the job to the best: the gentlemen of The Armoury. Inside their Landmark location, Jan Tong measured and folded, suggesting a proper fit for my needs. Coordinated in a mélange of blues, Jan shared his standout item.
Jan, what’s the most special thing you’re wearing right now?
I can’t really say . . . well, here. My watch. It’s a Cartier Tank I got a while back.
How long ago?
Four or five years ago, when I was in secondary school. But the watch is much older. I was still wearing the band it came with, which I just replaced this year.
Why did you choose this watch?
I’m always in love with the classics, and the Tank is a classic watch that I was able to afford at the time!
Has it worn well?
Yeah, but unfortunately I treated it so casually back then. There’s plenty of dings and scratches that I regret. Now that I’m older, I’ve learned to value and take care of it properly.
