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Cazalea initiates a thought-provoking discussion on the often-overlooked emotional aspects of selling a watch. While the buying process is extensively covered, he delves into the complex feelings—from regret to relief—that collectors experience when parting with pieces, whether for financial reasons, collection curation, or the pursuit of a grail watch.
On my case, I feel ... Happy that the watch went to a person that will give to it more appreciation that I was giving and also thankful that I can pay the incoming watch. Absolutely no regrets and I don't keep track of the ones that I sold (yes, I know I should and I plan to do this on the future, not that I'm selling anything at this moment). I use the motto: "A good thing about the past is that it's gone". Cheers, Nilo
. . . is the only one I turned a profit on . . . . . . and the only one I want back. :-)
Because of this post. And others like it. What a wonderful post. Thank you! I have two on deck that BOTH should be sold. I wear neither of them, but love both of them. Bizzaro. I've sold a few Rolex thinking I was over Rolex'd, only to regret later when both (Coke GMT and LV Sub) went up 25% more than I sold them for. I've sold a Ball and felt nothing. It was a fine watch, but I had no attachment. I've had a watch serviced and refinished only to lose the feeling that it was mine after and thus I
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Otherwise no bad feelings for the others, rather good ones. Needed the cash for other more important family needs, and there are always other watches to buy! 1st regret, my WG Roger Dubuis Condotierri, sold in a rash moment of despair with the company when I felt it was not looking after it's clients. Although I have to say that the owner now couldn't be a better home for it and I'm glad his dear wife acquired it for him as a surprise BDay present! 2nd regret, my RG Speake-Marin Piccadilly ename
Hi Very nice essay - pretty much outlining why should should NEVER(!) sell a watch - far too painful, far too much fuss & far too many possibilities regrets! Thanks for sharing Cheers JML
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