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Aquaracer1 shares a common collector's dilemma: the regret of selling a beloved timepiece. His experience with the Tudor Black Bay 58, and his subsequent decision to reacquire it, opens a discussion on the emotional connection collectors form with their watches. This article explores the phenomenon of 'the one that got away' and the journey many enthusiasts undertake to find their horological home.
I have not experienced this kind of regret yet! But that's my problem. I'm a hoarder!
To the point where I asked myself what Iβm the world am I doing!
I have only parted with 11 timepieces since I got into this wonderful hobby back in 2005 and (thankfully!) have not really regretted my decision in any of them. What I regret was my chance to get a 116610 and 116400 many years ago. I also remember when my AD had a GMT at a steal (back then of course!) but turned them down. Such is regret. Regret because I would never have let them go.
Also good to know Iβm not the only one ππ». In fact, every one of my watches is a re-do. Meaning I owned them at one point, sold them, and now they are back. Yes, Iβve gone mad, haha. My 14 year (and counting) journey is like the path of a boomerang: Trying many different options along the way. But in the end, right back where I started! Perhaps this is a bit telling of my personality: Conservative, playing it safe, knowing where Iβll end up. Give me a baseball to throw, and I know about where it
After a few years I bought it back from him . Each time i saw him with the watch i was a little sad i sold it and then i made a deal with him if he ever wants to sell it again i was the first to have the chance to buy it back . Rest is history π
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