Thomas_3
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An absolutely unsolicited opinion.
I understand, to a degree what goes into making a watch, there is way more than just seeing at the dealer.
R&D, manufacturing, fine tuning, marketing the list goes on and on and...........
After seeing some of the prices of some watches today it almost makes me want to go back
to the days I wore just basic quartz watches. I was on time everywhere I went, wasn't worried about
losing it or having my arm cut off by a thief. Yes, I do appreciate the more expensive watches that I do
have and will always have them. $10,400 for a stainless steel ultra thin watch, seems a bit high to me,
but I am certainly no expert. The prices I see today have all but priced me out of the market for something
I would really like to have. No specific brand, but I do have a particular watch in mind, it may just have to wait
a bit longer than I would like. Unfortunately I don't have unlimited funds and need to take care of what comes first,
mortgage, cars, insurance, home maintenance and the everyday expenses that go along with life in general.
I will stick to the plan and eventually have the one watch I still truly want.
An absolutely unsolicited opinion.
I understand, to a degree what goes into making a watch, there is way more than just seeing at the dealer. R&D, manufacturing, fine tuning, marketing the list goes on and on and........... After seeing some of the prices of some watches today it almost ma...
They are a luxury, everything else is a priority, I am sure you are aware...
There are many Small Brands and Watchmakers making amazing watches in all segments that would appreciate your interest and business.
Rob Corder may have some insight for us on this topic...
To quote: " Swiss watch exports have become increasingly concentrated in high-value pieces, with watches above CHF 3,000 (exports value) dominating the market. In that environment, success is not about volume, it is about pricing power, brand equity and p...
I was struck by the realization of this exact point…
I had a chance to drive my friend’s Porsche yesterday, which was truly an amazing experience as he kept urging me to push it in order to really appreciate it. The point is that I viscerally and mentally acknowledged the R&D/engineering that goes into ever...
+1...and the Porsche may very well (likely, even) provide more thrills per dollar than the $100K to $150K watch.
But most who have the money for that level of watch can afford the Porsche too!
There are tons of great preowned watches available...
...just a Manufacturer's service away from being like-new in condition and mechanics. Consider focusing on those...
I agree with you wholeheartedly
People suggesting you buy from different brands or pre owned are, in my opinion, missing the point. The harsh reality is that this hobby is becoming more and more gatekept from a shrinking middle class and being pushed mainly to the upper class. What used...
I’m with you!
However my gripe is mostly the luck of justification for this prices. There’s no meaningful difference between last year this year, or the year prior regarding new watches other than dial colors, cheaper finishing, now even saving on seconds hands(simplif...
A few thoughts
I saw a clip with a comedian joking about expensive watches and his Casio, "it has this amazing ability to tell time even after a robbery!" I'd offer, as others have suggested, there's a lot of room to have fun up and down the price spectrum. I posted my ...
I am also amazed by the prices on watches these days.
That's not the manufacturer's problem but mine - I don't earn enough money. Ha ha!
I think this was the main topic for most collectors i spoke last week at W&W.
The price point of some new time only or normal complications watches are getting to high nowadays .
In some ways I agree and in others I disagree
I mostly buy preowned and inflation adjusted, MOST watches are cheaper now than ever. IE the JLC Duometre has been around 20k USD used for the last 5 years. Once you factor inflation in, it’s cheaper than ever. Conversely, MSRP is bonkers for most brands ...