Wei Koh
Wei Koh is a Singaporean publisher, entrepreneur, and creative director best known as the founder of Revolution, an independent watch magazine, and The Rake, a luxury men’s lifestyle publication. Koh is widely regarded as one of the most influential voices in modern horology media.
Early Life and Education
Koh is the son of Singaporean diplomat Tommy Koh. He was born and raised in the United States where he attended Vassar College. He has described his early exposure to tailoring, vintage style, and mechanical watches as formative influences on his later editorial work.Career
Before founding his own publications, Koh worked as a writer and creative consultant across lifestyle, luxury, and fashion sectors, developing a reputation for his editorial voice and encyclopaedic knowledge of watches and classic menswear.Revolution Magazine
In 2005, Koh founded Revolution, a publication focused on mechanical watches and the modern culture surrounding horology. The magazine expanded rapidly, evolving into a global media brand with regional editions, a digital platform, and collaborations with major watch manufacturers.The Rake
In 2008, Koh launched The Rake, a men’s lifestyle magazine centred on “classic elegance,” craftsmanship, tailoring, and the culture of refined living. Under Koh’s direction, The Rake developed a distinctive editorial identity, reviving interest in mid-century style, the concept of the modern gentleman, and narratives around craft and heritage.The brand later expanded into e-commerce, becoming a global retailer for luxury menswear and artisanal brands.