Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah of Brunei Darussalam, a small yet affluent Southeast Asian nation, is known for his extravagant lifestyle and immense wealth. As one of the world leaders, he is the proud owner of an incredible watch collection that has captured the attention of horology enthusiasts.

Your looks can have a significant impact on how other people view you, especially when your position entails carrying the political burden of your nation on your back and serving as the international face of millions of people. I'm sure many people are expecting to see a President with a super expensive watch on his wrist. The question is, does it always have to be like this?