How Often Do You Admire Your Full Watch Collection?

LS · 2022-11-16T17:53:39Z

LS asks how often collectors admire their full watch collection, sparking discussion on security, appreciation habits, and collection philosophy.

LS initiates a thought-provoking discussion by asking how often collectors take out and admire their entire watch collection. The post features a captivating image of a diverse collection, prompting community members to share their personal habits and philosophies on appreciating their horological treasures.

Key Points from the Discussion

One collector views their collection as a cohesive whole, emphasizing the importance of appreciating all pieces together to inform future acquisitions and overall composition.
Many collectors store their valuable watches in bank vaults due to security concerns, making it difficult to admire the full collection frequently.
Some collectors interact with their watches daily, even if just by putting them on their wrist at night to 'feel the vibe'.
The vintage Vacheron Constantin 6115 from the '60s featured in the collection had its movement restored but the dial and case were left untouched, now developing a bluish patina on the bezel.
The idea of building a 'fortress of solitude' to consolidate a collection for easier viewing is suggested as a solution to security challenges.

The Discussion

LiftAngle51

Nov 16, 2022

Not often

Only on holiday time.

Chronometer (aka yacomino)

Nov 16, 2022

Everyday when I put my watch away at night and sometime in the morning too! At night I often put each watch one by one on my wrist sometime to "feel" the vibe that give me !

Nov 18, 2022

Excellent! Each watch definitely has its own vibe

Chronometer (aka yacomino)

Nov 18, 2022

Sure does, even when changing a strap!

dedestexhes

Nov 16, 2022

Very rarely to be honest….

patrick_y

Nov 16, 2022

Never. Since the collection is rarely ever all in one place.

Most of it is at the bank!

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