Gordon Ryan, widely regarded as one of the greatest grapplers of all time, recently offered fans a glimpse into his impressive watch collection.
Here is a quick rundown of his collection:
G-SHOCKS
Ryan’s fascination with watches began with G-Shocks during his early teenage years.
His first watch, a simple yet durable G-Shock acquired at age 12, still holds sentimental value.
BREITLING SUPEROCEAN HERITAGE
Ryan’s transition to luxury watches started with a Breitling Superocean Heritage, which he described as his first “big boy watch”.
Purchased after he began earning from instructional videos, this timepiece marked a significant step in his career and remains a sentimental favorite in his collection.
GIFTS & ACHIEVEMENTS
Many of Ryan’s high-end watches were gifted to him in recognition of his accomplishments or contributions to the grappling community.
Highlights include:
- Hublot Big Bang Master (Gift from Mo Jassim): avant-garde timepiece, valued between $14,000 and $25,000
- Franck Muller with White Face (Gift from Mike Chianti): Known for its sophisticated style and intricate craftsmanship, this Franck Muller model combines classic and contemporary elements
ROLEX WATCHES
Rolex watches dominate Ryan’s collection, each representing a milestone in his career:
- Rolex Datejust with Blue Face and Jubilee Bracelet
- Rolex Submariner No-Date: iconic diver’s watch
- Rolex Day-Date Presidential in All Gold: gifted for his contributions to the 2022 ADCC camp, a $36,000–$40,000 model
- Rolex Day-Date Presidential with Green Ombré Dial: presented as a reward for his ADCC victory, this rare and stunning timepiece is valued between $60,000 and $80,000
Check out Gordon’s watch collection on the video below:
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