Why Do We Collect Watches?

Horologically_minded · 2017-04-07T01:05:09Z

Horologically_minded explores the true meaning of watch collecting beyond timekeeping and status. Discover why watches are chroniclers of memories.

Two years, a box of watches, and a thousand posts later, what's it all about anyway? Precise chronometry? But a cheap quartz watch keeps better time than our mechanical timepieces. Better yet, use your smart phone. A status symbol? But we shy away from the garish monstrosities smothered in precious

Two years, a box of watches, and a thousand posts later, what's it all about anyway?

Precise chronometry? But a cheap quartz watch keeps better time than our mechanical timepieces. Better yet, use your smart phone.

A status symbol? But we shy away from the garish monstrosities smothered in precious stones. And the most prestigious examples are invisible to the uninitiated.

I think it's all about the experience. When we buy a watch, we are not acquiring a mere object. We bring into our lives a chronicler of memories and milestones.

That pre-owned submariner you bought with your first bonus. The panerai which witnessed the birth of your child. The calatrava passed down from grandpa to your father; it now adorns your wrist, and someday, your son's.

For me, it's this pair of Reversos, His and Hers. They have celebrated anniversaries and birthdays together with my wife and I. Today, they join us for tea.

Have a great weekend friends, and keep enjoying this crazy hobby of ours!

The Discussion

MTF

Apr 7, 2017

Feed your PuristS Soul

J.Sim1984, We all make the same journey except the scenery along the way is different. We do it to feed our PuristS soul: Seeking Perfection in an imperfect world...... With Passion, Opinion and Information Hugs and Kisses, MTF

Horologically_minded

Apr 7, 2017

I'm feasting in this wonderful forum! =) [nt]

rnaden

Apr 7, 2017

Perfectly summoned, j sim

The passion, romance and journey through life is what the sum game is. Thanks for sharing and congratulations on hitting the 1000 mark!

Horologically_minded

Apr 7, 2017

Thanks Richard! [nt]

amanico

Apr 7, 2017

A very nice 1000th post. Your feelings are familiar to many of us.

You will also see that, with time passing, your taste may evolve, change. With many more added pages to your own book. I wish you a pleasant trip into horology and with us! All the best, Nicolas

kev09

Apr 7, 2017

Congratulations on your milestone post.

The pictures and watches are very nice to see. Regards Kev.

Continue the conversation