
Larrykelley11's original post, featuring a Grand Seiko for a morning hike and an Omega NTTD for the afternoon, sparked a lively discussion among collectors about the practice of switching watches throughout the day. This article explores the diverse reasons and methods collectors employ to give their timepieces wrist time, protect them, or simply match their mood and activities. Larrykelley11's personal example provides a relatable entry point into this fascinating aspect of watch collecting.


you're the human watch winder, perpetual watch rotator
but rituals are meant to be broken (usually by heavy sports activity)
In some conditions it is necessary to take a tool watch. My RT can take a hit and scratch and my Longines Conquest quartz i wear when i do not want to worry about slamming and tight closets. When i like to read a magazine, watch tv, and relax a bit i strap on those which i want to keep scratch free, shining and in top condition. I discovered that the scratches on my watches which i use as tool watches are not damaged by a sea of scratches. But it is a peace of mind knowing that my non tool watch
I do this all the time and because it's winterish still I wear 2 watches (at home and going out) at a time with long sleeves.
When i became a watch collector, i changed my behavior. I turn my left arm and bow to my hip. When doorways and dangerous moments are risky, i put on a cardigan.
Lately thatβs been Explorer to Reverso.
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