Bill Gates Picks Low‑Cost Casio Watch Over Luxury Timepieces

Bill Gates, the world’s wealthiest private individual, was seen wearing a Casio Sports MDV106‑1A (also called the Marlin) on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. The quartz‑driven watch costs roughly $48‑$70 (about 1.2‑1.7 million VND) and features a stainless‑steel case, rubber sport strap, 200 m water resistance and a date window at the 3 o’clock position.

Gates’ choice contrasts with expectations that a billionaire would showcase an expensive luxury watch. The appearance underscores a broader trend among some ultra‑rich leaders, such as Apple CEO Tim Cook, who prefer functional, modest accessories rather than high‑price status symbols.