"Celebrity Watch Hunting" focuses on the watches favored by celebrities from various genres. This time, we'll be looking at the watch worn by RM of the globally popular K-Pop group BTS. RM is known to have a large collection of luxury models. The watch he chose to greet Jin on the day of his military discharge was a Patek Philippe Nautilus Ref. 5726/1A.
Text by Yukaco Numamoto
Article published on June 2024, 6
BTS' oldest member JIN is discharged from the military! RM celebrates with a saxophone performance
On June 12, 2024, JIN, the oldest member of BTS, was discharged after completing a year and a half of military service. Many BTS members are still serving in the military, and JIN was the first to be discharged. On his discharge day, other BTS members who were currently serving in the military took time off to come, and one of them was RM (Kim Namjoon). He played the saxophone to give a grand welcome to JIN upon his discharge.
RM, the leader of BTS, is a globally acclaimed artist who transcends the boundaries of K-POP. He owns a gold Patek Philippe Nautilus and a platinum Rolex Day-Date.
Leader RM is currently serving in the South Korean military band and is scheduled to be discharged on June 10, 2025. He has been spotted playing the saxophone in the military band.
All Korean men are required to serve in the military. BTS, a popular group active around the world, is no exception. Military service has been a major issue for the band members, their agency, and their fans. It's been in the news every day, so even people who aren't fans may have heard about it.
The watch RM wore on JIN's discharge day was a Patek Philippe Nautilus Ref. 5726/1A.
Automatic movement (Cal. 324 S QA LU 24H) with 34 jewels. 28,800 vph. Power reserve approximately 45 hours. Stainless steel case (diameter 40.5 mm, thickness 11.3 mm). Water resistant to 3 bar. Price: 8,920,000 yen (tax included).
The model worn by RM is believed to be the Patek Philippe Nautilus Ref. 5726/1A. It is equipped with an automatic movement, and the gradient blue dial is inspired by the original Nautilus model from 1976. The case is water resistant to 3 ATM and is made of stainless steel, embodying "sports elegance." It features a screw-down crown and a sapphire crystal case back that allows viewing of the Cal. 324 S QA LU 24H movement. The highly accurate moon phase display, which is only accurate by one day every 122 years, adds to the elegant atmosphere of this sophisticated watch.
He has many other collections. RM is a Patek Philippe enthusiast!
As mentioned at the beginning, RM is known to own many luxury watches. Among them, Patek Philippe watches are often chosen for special occasions and big events. In addition to the Ref. 5168/G-010 (Aquanaut white gold case, khaki color), the Ref. 5738/R (Golden Ellipse rose gold), he has also been seen wearing the Grand Complication Ref. 5320G.
RM, who boasts an extensive collection of luxury watches, is strikingly seen enjoying them as part of his fashion. He was wearing a casual baseball shirt that day, so perhaps he felt like choosing a sporty watch. It's said that BTS won't resume full-scale activities until June 2025, when all members have completed their military service. However, by occasionally appearing together in front of fans like this, the bond between BTS and their fans will surely deepen even further.
RM's everyday watch is a full metal G-SHOCK!?
Celebrity Watch Hunting also featured BTS's RM in 2021. He reportedly wears the full metal G-SHOCK "GMW-B5000D-1JF" during his off-time. If you're interested, keep scrolling!
BTS's RM, known for his extensive watch collection, also loves the full metal G-SHOCK "GMW-B5000D-1JF"!
Celebrity Watch Hunting is a series of columns showcasing the watches worn by celebrities around the world. This time, we will be looking at the G-SHOCK worn by RM, a BTS member who enjoys watches as part of his fashion sense and owns a luxury model.
Text by Yukaco Numamoto
Article published on June 2021, 9
RM, the leader and rapper of BTS
BTS (Bangtan Boys) is a globally acclaimed group that transcends the boundaries of K-Pop and is renowned worldwide. RM (real name: Kim Namjun) is the leader of BTS. RM owns many luxury watches, including a Patek Philippe 18K Yellow Gold Nautilus and a Rolex platinum Oyster Perpetual Day-Date. Today, we'll be focusing on the full metal G-SHOCK GMW-B5000D-1JF, a watch he frequently wears when traveling or off-duty.
G-SHOCK GMW-B5000D-1JF
RM is the type of person who carefully considers ideas based on a theme. As the group's mainstay, he often contributes ideas to the image creation of music videos and costumes, and these ideas are put to good use. With such a personality, it's easy to imagine that RM also pays attention to fashion as a form of self-expression. Perhaps he chose the G-SHOCK GMW-B5000D-1JF as a timepiece that combines practicality and fashion, while also expressing his strong-willed nature.
The ORIGIN series is a modern successor to the DW-5000C, the first G-SHOCK model that debuted in 1983. It faithfully maintains the iconic square design that was born from the unthinkable idea of a timepiece that would never break. The GMW-B5000 series, which includes the GMW-B5000D-1JF, is a full-metal model in the ORIGIN series.
The full metal G-SHOCK has been a firm favorite for over three years since its debut.
This series features a full metal head thanks to a new shock-resistant structure that sandwiches a fine resin buffer between the hard stainless steel metal bezel and the main case. It also features advanced features such as smartphone linking. By registering locations, you can create your own custom maps in conjunction with the dedicated app. With the RM, you can even record the cities you've toured one after another.
Tough Solar. Stainless steel (49.3mm x 43.2mm, 13mm thick). Water resistant to 20 atmospheres. Runs for approximately 10 months from a full charge without solar power generation (approximately 22 months in power saving mode). Price: 66,000 yen (tax included).
The GMW-B5000D-1JF, which has remained true to its roots and retains a refined finish, is still highly popular, with some stores still experiencing shortages even more than three years after its release. Even after 35 years, the company's manufacturing approach of preserving traditions that should be preserved while proactively incorporating cutting-edge technology has some similarities to BTS's rapid success.
